I like the new one as well--both shots do have me thinking about aspect ratio in terms of what works with 4x5 (or 6x7) vs. 1:2 or 1:2.5 (though I'm also guessing that your output size affects what "works" as well.)
BTW, speaking of pano's, there's a little birch grove on the AT between Russell Field and Spence that would be perfect for your 8x20...:)