This was the 45th edition of the MVBC Covered Bridge Ride. Opted to do the 85-mile route since I bailed on it last year due to heat. The first 18 miles, to the Scio rest stop, was generally flat with a few short rollers. Relatively cool to start with temps in the upper 50s and little to no wind. The next 20 miles to the Jordan rest stop, had a couple of steep climbs, especially Jordan Rd, and crosswind/headwind from West Scio to Stayton Scio Rd. Another lengthy climb to Mt. Pleasant Community Church followed by a long downhill to Highway 226 just before the Jordan Rd turn-off. The next segment was 15.5 miles to Roaring River park and the lunch stop, just past the Larwood Covered Bridge. Enjoyed a tailwind on Richardson Gap Rd and even some on Larwood Rd. After lunch, the riding became a litlte more challenging with some climbs, but mainly cross/headwind. The next 20 miles to the final rest stop in Crabtree had a couple short, steep hills on Meridian Rd, but increasing headwind on Griggs Rd to the turn for Hungry HIll Rd. The final 12 miles was a headwind battle, especially on Knox Butte Rd and Kamph Dr. NE. Took some effort to achieve 14 mph on flat terrain. Finally, at Clover Ridge Rd was able to enjoy some tailwind for the final 3 miles.