The California Coastline from Carmel and Big Sur offers dramatic scenery and enjoyable riding. This section of Highway 1 defines micro climates. On my most recent ride the weather was a typical 60's temp and mostly clear. However the section from just north of Bixby Bridge to the Andrew Molera State Park was very windy. The wind was pushing the bike around and could be difficult conditions for a beginning rider. Always be prepared for changing weather and visibility.

Photo Tip: Fighting haze with a UV filter

Fog and haze often pose a challenge to photographers on the California Coastline. A UV (ultraviolet) filter cuts the UV rays that make this fog and haze visible and will cut the blue tint; making your photos look much better with more definition and contrast.

HWY 1 Carmel Highlands - No Filter: This photo of a cove in Carmel HIghlands was taken with a Canon S80 digital camera without a filter.

This photo was taken from the turnout just south of the entrance to Carmel HIghlands Inn with a Canon Powershot S80 digital camera.

Motorcycle Vacations

Every rider has a motorcycle adventure to share - or, an adventure they'd like to go on someday. Here's a great place to share your motorcycle adventures. or, if you dream of someday taking a dream ride, share it with us. Here's my list of dream rides:

• The Autobahn
• Swiss Alps Tour
• Blue Ridge & Smoky Mountain
• Daytona Bike Week
• Sturgis
• Isle of Man during the TT races
• A tour of Great Britain
• French GP