Not only do I try to avoid major metro areas, I try to avoid Interstates, especially when riding with GoldWingGal. While commuting to the office, I don't have much choice for a major part of the trip, but give me a US highway or state or county road, even through many small towns, any day!
This subject might make a good survey subject. I'll see if I can figure out how to do one!
Best Wishes and Congratulations!
GWG
By the way, does all Air Force basic training get taken near Austin? My daughter-in-law is starting later this summer, but I haven't heard where.