There might be some alternate routes? Maybe talk to Ben at Proteus bikes in College Park — I know he commutes daily from Silver Spring, although I think he’s way out in northern Silver Spring outside the beltway…
Not the exact right direction but you might be on to something, the beltway might be a smoother more favorable ride. Just gotta factor in the more circuitous route. Experiments must be done! (kidding)
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