One of the problems with ride starts in downtown Warrenton is getting up the hill to downtown. Well, this ride uses the flat Warrenton railtrail to get in and out of town, so don't worry if your climbing legs are still hibernating.

The route essentially follows the short version of the Great Pumpkin Ride, minus the stops for pie. We head south out of Warrenton, then ride southwest to Remington and the lone rest stop. Next, it's eastward and north to Midland and Casanova. We do hit some hills along the final 10 miles.

No restrooms at the start, but a cup of coffee at the near-by Red Truck Coffee Shop, buys your toilet rights.

No go in rain, gale-force winds, snow, ice or a predicted afternoon high below 35°.

Got questions, call me or send e-mail. (Just don't wait until the morning of the ride.)