75 Classic Rides Washington : The Best Road Biking Routes

by McQuaide, Mike

• ISBN13: 9781594855061
• ISBN10: 1594855064
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2012-05-01
• Publisher: Mountaineers Books

Summary

The "classic" cycle routes for two of the nation's top biking destinations* Cycling routes that range from family-friendly paved bicycle paths to epic mountain-pass climbs* Easy-reference lists such as "Best Family-Friendly Rides," "Top Climbing Challenges," "Best Water Views," and more* Full color with maps, photographs, and lively turn-by-turn descriptionsFrom a 50-mile route around Orcas Island to an after-work ride through a Portland neighborhood, these new cycling guidebooks offer truly classic routes for two of the nation's most bike-crazy states. Whether you're soaring down a Cascade's pass or pumping along a frothy sea coast, you can bet your bottom bracket that you'll find miles of enjoyment in each of these 75 Classic Rides. 75 Classic Ridesis the new Mountaineers Books series authored by passionate local cyclists who've put thousands of miles on their bikes to bring you the very best road cycling routes across their state. The focus is on one-day rides (a mix of loops and one-way courses), but you'll also find suggestions for link-ups and some inspiring longer routes for touring, including at least one crossstate route. Terrain varies from flat, paved trails to epic mountain challenges.Sample routes in 75 Classic Rides: Oregon include:- Corvallis-Alsea Falls Loop- Crater Lake Rim Road- Wallowa Mountain Rambler- Portland's Skyline Blvd. Traverse- Astoria-Youngs Bay