Drove over to Heather Farms Park in Walnut Creek. I either start there or at Arbolado Park, which is a bit closer, when I ride the mountain. I was supposed to meet some Valley Spokesmen Club members, but none showed. It was very foggy and cold today. Perhaps it was that or the fact that is was a weekday, after all.
However, at ~550' elevation, the fog gave way to sunshine and warmth.
I stopped at the Junction and took a break. The thermometer on the side of the ranger station building said 72° - beautiful - and no wind either!
Wildlife siting: one deer and a flock of turkeys.
Very little traffic today. There was only one car and one cyclist at the summit.
The Livermore Valley looked pretty clear of fog, though a bit hazy.
Looking out towards North Peak and the Delta, nothing to see but fog.
This is how it looks when the weather is about as clear as it can get (photo taken on a cold and clear December day).
Rode down just past the Junction on Northgate, and it was getting colder. I stopped to put on my jacket. The fog had crept up past the 1000' mark. I was pretty cold when I got back to the car. When I got home, it was foggy and a cold 46°. Compare that to the 72° at the Junction!
30 miles and 3650' climbed. Not far, but it takes a long time (3' 30").
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