I was going to point you to a post over in the Square Wheels forums where a guy had a similar problems. Then I noticed that you are that guy!
Consider doing the KATY Trail next year. The URL should be like below. Sign-up starts on March 1st and often fills up in a couple of days.
http://mostateparks.com/2015-katy-trail-ride
Here's last year's info which should change much except the route will go the opposite direction: Clinton to St. Charles, Missouri.
2014 Katy Trail Ride | Missouri State Parks