We find ourselves in desperate need to be removed from Oregon, the shopkeepers tell us it hasn't rained in months but it’s coming and once it arrives, you can be sure it’s going to drizzle every single day thru march. It was rather comical because it was our first time bikepacking and we couldn't believe how many other people were doing it but in actuality, it only seemed that way because we were the only ones traveling north along the pacific coast in mid-September. Ultimately it did just what we expected, it rained, and I really thought my boots would keep my feet dry, not a chance. We both started to go crazy trying to plan our next move, searching craigslist for a ride out of Portland, applying for jobs in ski towns. Sam ditched his
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