Taking the most direct route would put me on a 2 lane road with absolutely no shoulder and some of the worst drivers around. I go 3 miles out of my way. Unfortunately there is only one good way into my city from where I live, and not many options to take the scenic route. I have been experimenting with some side streets on the way back home, and all I have found is super rough pavement and steeper hills. I haven't quite given up yet though