Lived in the Seattle area for 50 years. I actually quit riding because I was tired of almost getting run over everytime I jumped on my bike. Seattle drivers are idiots.
We moved 90 miles south 4 years ago and bought my bike 3 years ago. I cannot believe the scenery and peaceful riding here. We have 100's of miles of good 2 lane blacktop backroads. My son and I can ride for an hour and never see another car.
This area does have a reputation for a lot of rain but in the summer it is undeserved. We had a stretch of clear weather for over 2 months this year. Every year is like that in the summer.
We always have to make the Mt. St. Helens, Mt. Rainier and ocean rides. Have some beautiful pictures and great memories from them.