[Grio]

I was hoping someone may know a more enjoyable route, possibly through the delta.

The delta ride (160) will be pleasant scenery, but not a challenging ride and not a quick way to get there. Once you get to the end of 160, you'll have to cut over to 24 on HWY 4. That stretch is most unpleasant - windy cold and bumpy.

Cromo, I have some ideas about trying to meet up wiht the group at Alice's at 9:30. were you planning to make it that early?