I am a MN cyclist, looking to take a cycling trip instead of a ski trip this winter. At this point I am planning on hitting syllama on a Ochiquitataskhasoiyafhsdjas (however that word is spelled, you know the epic trail in the hot springs area I am talking about). I was thinking of hitting the berryman trail in MO on the way down, though it would be a little bit out the way, so I am just wondering if it is worth the extra milage, or should I just head straight down to ark.

Syllamo Rocks!!!

http://www.imba.com/epics/syllamo_trails.html

I personally haven't ridden Berryman, but it is an IMBA "epic" ride. Three "epic" rides: Berryman, Womble, and Syllamo, you can't go wrong. Take a week off and ride em all.