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And, yes, while hanging with Jon and Corrina, we did find time to listen to some music. Here I am, sitting in the sweet spot, in awe of the views (sonic and visual). I don’t think I’ve heard a more thrilling system. Jon’s got the sound optimized for size and impact, with incredibly focused, larger than life images set within a massive soundstage. Transients were startlingly fast and clean. And while I’m not usually too fond of subwoofers, the sound here was completely seamless, the subs adding texture and punch while never intruding upon the musical flow.

Liner notes to <i>Slo Grown</i>, featuring Jon Iverson and some other guys.

After Boo Boo’s, we made our way to <a href="http://www.cheapthrills.biz/CT/">Cheap Thrills</a>, another excellent San Luis Obispo location filled with books, movies, and music. Upstairs is where they keep the delicious vinyl. I’ve never seen a better selection of country music. I was <i>so</i> tempted to buy every Bobby Bare, Willie Nelson, Charlie Pride, Merle Haggard, and Tammy Wynette album they had.

But I know what you’re all wondering. Hiking schmiking. Beauty schmeauty. You’re wondering if we made time for any vinyl shopping. Of course we did! Here I am, making my way through the deep stacks at <a href="http://booboorecords.com/">Boo Boo Records</a> in San Luis Obispo. If you’re ever in the area, you <i>definitely</i> need to stop at Boo Boo’s.

Heavy storms along the California coast made for rough waters, but also made for many dramatic photo opportunities.

Before going back to my cabin to get some work done (I swear!), I took this shot of the setting sun.

After exploring a couple of trails along Highway 1, Jon and I made it back to Lucia Lodge in time to watch the sun paint the land with watercolors.