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I rode the Second City Divide back in 2018. It's a great route and as referenced up-thread there are some quiet tarmac sections but definitely worth it for the trails they link. One spot to look out for is the "infamous cut through" which makes it look like the trail runs through impassable forest - but persevere and trust the GPX as there is a way through (https://www.instagram.com/p/B2_zvDdFLRi/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link)
Did you follow the 2 city divide or another route?