My two cents for local rides . . . Eight Lakes is great, plan on it for next year, Great Northwest Fall Tour is good, I would skip Spokefest if your coming from far away. One you didn't mention is Tour des Lac. It starts in Spokane, you have options on different routes to Couer d'Alene, and then back to Spokane the next day. It also includes a boat ride up to CdA. It's a really fun ride.
I think this link will get you more information.
http://www.roundandround.com/TourDesLacs/TDLMap2008.pdf
Another one I just thought of, Loreen Miller Ride. Check it out at www.cancerpatientcare.org. This ride is almost in my backyard so I can tell you everything you need to know about the route.
Let me know if you need any information on Spokane area rides. bikerHen



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