Reading old threads is highly entertaining!
Mines Road Recap
Mines Road May 14
Do you know that the original forecast for the May 14th ride was also 75 degrees!? Jo also posted the ride profile on that last thread.

Personally, I think Mines Road is easier than Iron Mountain. The first few miles are a little steep, but much of the rest really is shallow, and quite pretty. The climbs back out from the junction are a *itch, though. If the weather is good, Mines Road shouldn't make Cyndi cry.