I'm from Sokane too, and years ago we took a camping trip to San Fran. and went down hyw 1. Great trip for the for the veiws of ocean and little tourist towns. That is one of my future plans on the bike. The climate is mostly the same all the way just a little wetter than a inland route from the marine influence. Enjoy the ride.
Joel, 2nd Hwy 1 Pacific Coast Highway, if it is too wet or cold you can go inland into Gold Country; or continue on Hwy 1 South then go inland for Redwood tree or river excursions; or continue on Hwy 1 South then go inland into the Napa/Sonoma wine country; or continue on Hwy 1 South then go into the Bay Area, get some excellent seafood (clam chowder, cracked crab and real sourdough french bread is to die for); or continue on Hwy 1 and explore Big Sur and Hurst Castle...and you get the drift...just so many things to see and do, the time will go before you know it, with technical swervy roads to keep your sport riding skills in the game! :small3d026: