Posted this as an OGG event weeks in advance but per usual, it was just Dad and me! This was my final Pelotonia training ride and it served it's purpose for getting lots of quality saddle time. We had nice weather, though a little hotter and sunnier than we hoped. Only about 40% gravel and only a couple of "wow" roads. I probably wouldn't go back to do this one. That being said, there were some pretty nice ridge tops and even more noteworthy were the valleys. A couple of monster climbs (400-500 feet, Tater Knob is one of the hardest I've done) plus loooong gradual descents (it seemed like we descended forever into Rarden). Two creek crossings. Some amazing old growth forests. Stops at two convenience marts for ice and snacks. Met two really nice local cyclists, Jim walking his dog in Peebles, and Stormy on his MTB who rode with us for a bit. Both were serious cyclists with tons of questions and were excited to see anyone out. They gave me their email addresses so I have to remember to reach out. Wasn't completely dead at the end so I think I'm in good shape for Pelotonia. Saddle comfort wasn't great, so I'm hoping that's just the pair of shorts I was wearing.