Leaving the Atlantic (277 miles)

San Diego bound! We started our journey from Vilano Beach St. Augustine, Florida one week ago. Through headwinds and rain we have been able to average 50 miles a day on the bikes. The roads have been fairly peaceful and the scenery  has consisted of farms and an occasional barking dog. So far we have made stops in Palatka, Gainesville, High Springs, Live Oak, Monticello and we are currently in Tallahassee, the state capital.  We had to take an unexpected extra day off in Live Oak due to an ice-storm, but pushed forward the next day 69 miles in 35 degree unpleasant weather.  While camping in O'Leno State Park we encountered some bears which turned out to be hungry armadillos that can run like the wind.  We are quite happy with the zero degree rated sleeping bags as the Florida winter has turned out to be colder than expected.  Along the way we have met some really nice people offering advice and warnings about the upcoming trails. The support that we have encountered along the way has been nothing but positive.  Tomorrow we hit the road heading west toward Pensacola, FL.  We look forward to completing our first state and hope everyone is enjoying the winter weather. 

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