Well, we do have hills in Iowa....... and Illinois..........and Wisconsin. Hills, not mountains. Short, steep, and frequent, at least if you are near the Mississippi river. I consider myself very fortunate to have such lightly traveled, hilly backroads on which to ride. Each part of the world has it's own unique beauty. I love to see/visit/ride other places but am always glad to return to my own little corner of the world. It is my place, my center, where I am grounded.

annie