I just found a new way to go too. I just got back from driving it, and it's gorgeous. I think it's about 10 miles one way from town, but most of it is on the parkway and paved country roads, which are beautiful. I've been looking for a way to increase my milage but the only way i was thinking i could was to bike to town twice a day. This is much nicer. Awsome about your new route, and the road bike. Maybe I'll get some aero bars before I go on my next tour. I wouldn't mind having another way to ride so my hands to hurt. Have fun riding your new route. Peace.