I'm planning a day and a half for the first leg (Google Maps link) to the Bay Area--I'll ride tomorrow until I need to stop for sleep and then finish Thursday--and one day for the second leg to Moreno Valley. It's a route I've driven many times by car, but I expect it to take significantly longer by bike.
I've checked my tires for wear and gotten a second opinion at the local Vespa shop. Windy will be due for a service and new rear tire when I get home but should be fine for the trip. This afternoon, I pre-packed and went for a test ride fully loaded. I strapped my duffel to the rear seat with a bungee net and a pair of Rok Straps. It felt good and stable and made a nice backrest. (If anyone knows of a better way to strap it down, though, I'm all ears!)

I'm carrying rain liners for jacket and pants along with winter gloves and a fleece layer in case of unexpected weather. I have my tire pressure guage and cleaner for my helmet visor. Still I have the feeling that I'm overlooking some important thing to pack or prepare. I'll most likely think of it about half way through Oregon.
The reason for the trip: Going out with friends on Saturday to see the new Harry Potter movie.

Wish me luck!
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