Originally Posted by spinnaker

Regardless if it is ready or not a better ride will be along the Allegheny River side then cross under the convention center. If the fountain is on you will be in for a real treat. Head toward Grant Street, then take Grant. At the end of Grant there is a place where you can hop on the sidewalk to cross the Smithfield Street Bridge. Grant is cobblestone with just a bit of traffic but IMHO some of the best architecture in the city along that street.

DOn't forget to visit Bicycle Heaven before setting out.