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Cruisin' Down California's Highway 99: A Hilarious Highway Hotspot (or How to Dodge Roadrunner Rivals and Other Mishaps)
Ah, Highway 99. The scenic route? Well, that depends on your definition of scenic. If you find endless rows of farmland and the occasional gas station aesthetically pleasing, then buckle up, buttercup, you're in for a treat!
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Speeding Through the Central Valley: The Good, the Bad, and the Beige
The Good:
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- Need a pitstop every 10 minutes? Highway 99 boasts a near-unmatched collection of gas stations, convenience stores, and random roadside attractions (think: giant fiberglass cow museums).
- City Slickers Beware! You'll experience the unbridled joy of single-lane stretches where passing feels like a game of chicken with impatient truck drivers.
- Channel your inner NASCAR driver. Passing lanes appear and disappear with the regularity of a magician's rabbit, keeping you on your toes (and strategically positioned in the left lane...just in case).
The Bad:
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- Traffic? We don't know her. Especially during rush hour (which, let's be honest, is most hours on 99), be prepared to crawl along at a leisurely snail's pace.
- Sunburnt? You ain't seen nothin' yet. Unless you enjoy the feeling of driving through a giant convection oven, consider packing an industrial-sized bottle of sunscreen.
- Watch out for wildlife...of the vehicular kind. Be wary of drivers who seem to be auditioning for a role in Mad Max: Fury Road.
The Beige:
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- The landscape. Look, it's a long road. There will be stretches of uninterrupted beige (fields, desert, the occasional beige cow). But hey, at least it's consistent!
Bonus Tip: How to Survive the 99
- Essentials kit: Pack water, snacks, entertainment (audiobooks are your friend!), and a healthy dose of patience.
- Become a connoisseur of rest stops. Some even have playgrounds, which is great for stretching your legs (and maybe reenacting a roadside joust with pool noodles...we won't judge).
- Download a good GPS. Cell service can be patchy, and you don't want to end up on a detour that involves chasing tumbleweeds through a dust storm.
Ultimately, Highway 99 is an experience. It's not for the faint of heart (or those seeking a relaxing cruise down the coast). But if you're looking for an adventure (and maybe a story or two to tell your grandkids), then fire up the engine and get ready to hit the road!
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