Corsair - I'm not really sure what will happen with the 'follow road' approach. Quite honestly the main attraction for me is the elevation/distance profile. I like comparing grades as well as knowing them. For instance, it was cool to see we have some over 20% grade roudes up in the foothills - no wonder it was so steep riding there

About the ride - actually you've done part of it....that graph is from tramway (on i-25) to the La Luz Trailhead. I might do it this weekend, though the road to the trailhead is kind of bumpy and at times too crowded for my taste.