Barring the unforeseen, I should be able to make it too. Either ride will work for me! The GR Trail is very flat and a little boring. Some of it goes along Rte. 169, some through the woods/by the river. I am game for Magnolia--you notice I am not saying, no problem, just am game to try it and if I push my bike I'll be in good company! But am truly happy to do either.