Lopez Island, part of the San Juan Island chain,
is reached via the Anacortes Ferry.
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The island is a favorite among cyclists for its rolling
terrain and bicycle friendy roads.
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On the island while part of our group went in all directions,
our main group went straight to Lopez Village and the local bakery.
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After loading up on pastries and island coffee though everyone was
underway and having fun cycling around the island.
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There weren't a lot of cars on Lopez, but we quickly learned there
were a lot of cyclists, about five major groups to be exact.
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We also learned that it was very hard to keep riders together in such
an idylic spot where all had someplace different they wanted to go.
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Thus by the time we got to South Lopez Island
we were missing more than a few of our group.
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Two of the most popular stops on the island were
Historic Richardson and Shark Reef Sanctuary.
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The sanctuary doesn't allow bikes but had plenty of bike racks
to hold our bikes while we tried out some of the hiking trails.
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Almost to town we made quick stops to say hi
to some local cows and check out a fish out of water.
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In town all lost cyclists were found at the Love Dog Cafe where we also
found fine eats, good ale and a wonderful staff to wait on us.
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After all had a chance to eat, we thanked
the Love Dog Staff for their hospitality and headed for the door.
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The ride to the dock only took a few minutes where we said
our good byes, another fun day of cycling was at an end.
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