Distance:Â 26 / 31 miles
Climbing:Â 80 / 85 feet per mile
Description:Â This short but hilly ride includes a stretch through the James River Valley to Howardsville, then up to Schuyler. Most of the route is on quiet, shady roads.
Stores:Â Mile 8 (Howardsville); mile 17 (Schuyler; long route)
Alerts:Â None .
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Starting Point:
  Porters Simpson Park
  2410 Simpson Lane
  Esmont, VA 22937Â
  GPS: 37.820723, -78.597008