Better riding day compared to Sunday, Jan 26. Minimal wind and temps near 50. This route starts at Ackerman School in Canby. The ride follows the Pioneer metric route (Portland Cycling Club) into Molalla. Slight south to southwest headwind < 5 mph making for a little more effort. Most of the major climbing occurs between Molalla and Thomas Rd, mile 14.2 to 20.6. There is the dreaded Sawtell climb, then the short, steep Wldcat Rd climb. The only other short, steep climbs occur on Dryland Rd. Rest stop at the Elliot Prairie church and school (mile 30.7). The final 14.5 miles heads north, which is usually a headwind, but not today. The final stretch follows the Pioneer route back to Ackerman. However, this route does a little bonus loop on Township Rd, the multi-use path and then 13th.