The morning starts strong at Cape Lookout with perfect James and Tim weather, but what begins as a confident push toward Beverly Beach slowly unravels into mechanical mayhem and decision-making paralysis. But with the original plan officially in shambles and multiple escape routes beckoning, will we unleash a suffer fest or pivot to something unexpected? Key Highlights <ul> <li>Perfect weather conditions - cloudy and cool, exactly what Tim and James prefer for cycling</li> <li>Hydration revelation continues - Tim credits proper hydration for yesterday's success and focuses on "cameling up" each morning</li> <li>Pacific City pit stop - Tim's favorite Oregon coast town, featuring Stimulus Coffee House for snacks and wifi</li> <li>Mechanical troubles return - James's borrowed bike proves problematic again with rear tire issues</li> <li>Strategic retreat - Quick pivot from camping at Devil's Lake to a tiki-themed hotel in Lincoln City</li> <li>Planning paralysis - Original trip itinerary officially in question with multiple options on the table</li> </ul>   Route Details <ul> <li>Departed Cape Lookout State Park early morning</li> <li>Stopped at Stimulus Coffee House in Pacific City (quarter-way point)</li> <li>Break at Neskowin Market before the big Lincoln City climb</li> <li>Final destination: Lincoln City hotel instead of planned Devil's Lake camping</li> </ul>   Bike Performance Notes <ul> <li>Tim's bike performing excellently with great rolling and shifting</li> <li>Occasional gear hopping suggests minor tune-up needed</li> <li>Mostly riding in middle and first chainrings</li> <li>James's borrowed bike continuing to present challenges</li> </ul>   Food & Fuel Strategy <ul> <li>Morning: Hydration focus plus caffeine</li> <li>Pacific City: Egg burrito repeat from successful Day 3 strategy</li> <li>Mid-ride: Red Bull for energy boost</li> <li>Lincoln City: Local Mexican restaurant meal (lunch/dinner hybrid)</li> </ul>   Decision Point Analysis <ul> <li>Short day option: Devil's Lake camping (~40+ miles)</li> <li>Original plan: Beverly Beach (would have required 20 more miles plus significant climbing)</li> <li>Actual choice: Lincoln City hotel night for recovery and planning</li> </ul>   Statistics <ul> <li>Miles Biked: ~40+ miles (shorter day due to mechanical issues)</li> <li>Hotel theme: Tiki (delightfully not high-end but perfectly located)</li> <li>Bird species that defeat earplugs: 1 (mystery frequency specialist)</li> </ul> • • Flats: Zero

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