Dependent upon where you're headed you could also check out the Long Leaf Trace - it's a rails - trails ride that runs from Hattiesburg, MS (University of Southern MS) for about 45 miles to the Northwest (not sure of the ending town). You can check it out at www.longleaftrace.com I haven't had a chance to ride it yet, but know several people who have and they all say it's great - no traffic and all asphalt.

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