Author : John Summerson
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 19,49 MB
Release : 2011-03
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9780979257131
"A guide to cycling climbing and the most difficult hill climbs in Colorado."
Author : John Summerson
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 29,15 MB
Release : 2014
Category : California
ISBN : 9780979257148
"From the steep roadways of New England and the Mid-Atlantic States, to the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains of the Southeast and the high altitude assaults of the Mountain West, the most difficult climbs are all included in these pages. Information within the guide includes: climbing definitions and training tips; accounts of memorable climbing performances; accurate climb information including description, elevation, length adn average/maximum grade; appendices with climb rankings, profiles and other information; easy to follow directions."--
Author : John Summerson
Publisher :
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 39,1 MB
Release : 2007
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9780979257100
Provides cycling peak-baggers with everything they need to know; from how best to prepare to get to the top of the mountain to the most difficult climbs in the U.S. From the incredibly steep roadways of New England, to the senic Blue Ridge Mountains of the Southeast and the high altitiude assaults of the mountain west, the most difficult climbs are all included. Also includes: climbing training tips, easy to read directions with maps, descriptions and accurate climb information, appendices wiht climb rankings and other information, climb profiles.
Author : Dan Hickstein
Publisher :
Page : 368 pages
File Size : 42,16 MB
Release : 2012-02-01
Category : Bicycle trails
ISBN : 9780981901657
Thousands of miles of world-class trails and jaw-dropping scenery make Colorado a mountain biking paradise. With coverage of all the best rides in the state from crazy descents of jagged peaks to quick afternoon rides for the whole family, The Mountain Biker's Guide to Colorado makes it easy to plan your next trip. Full-color photos, detailed maps, elevation profiles, and turn-by-turn directions mean less time lost in the woods and more time riding. Consistent technical and physical difficulty ratings let you choose the perfect ride, from a gentle Sunday cruise to an all-day epic. For before and after the ride, the book also includes tips on local camping, hotels, and restaurants.
Author : Jeff La Frenierre
Publisher : Pruett Publishing
Page : 268 pages
File Size : 49,42 MB
Release : 2000
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9780871089090
This guide will satisfy outdoor recreationists' thirst for adventure with descriptions of more than sixty scenic trails to hike, gnarly single tracks to bike, and winter wonderlands to ski. Covering the entire region of the San Juan Mountains in Colorado, these trails are accessible from anywhere in the southwestern United States. Jeff La Frenierre is a professional cartographer and award-winning photographer. He shares his knowledge and appreciation for the awe-inspiring beauty and terrain of the San Juan Mountains. Each trail description begins with a profile that provides distance, elevation range, and trail conditions, and suggests the necessary maps to help navigate a safe journey followed by in-depth directions. Also included is an Adventure Locator at the end of the book, which is divided into four sections with maps and tables. This is a quick and handy reference for planning activities from day-long skiing excursions to afternoon mountain bike rides, with suggestions for base camps in the towns nearest to each trailhead.
Author : Jon Summerson
Publisher : Extreme Press
Page : pages
File Size : 28,56 MB
Release : 2015-04-14
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9780979257162
Avid cyclists know that hill climbing is the crux of the sport. Getting up cycling's brutal slopes is often what separates average from elite riders. However, accurate information on this cycling sub-specialty has been lacking, particularly the location and profiling of the great Northeast climbs, some of which rival the major European professional tours' best. This situation has now been rectified as this guidebook provides cycling peak-baggers with everything they need to know; from how best to prepare to get to the top of the mountain to the most difficult paved ascents in the northeast United States defined as Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, eastern New York and Vermont. Information within the guide includes: -Climbing definitions and training tips -Descriptions and accurate climbing information including total elevation, length and average/maximum grade -Appendices with climb rankings and other information -Maps and easy to read directions -Climb profiles
Author : Jason Haas
Publisher :
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 24,11 MB
Release : 2019-06
Category :
ISBN : 9780578453064
A comprehensive rock climbing guide to 2,500 climbs in Boulder Canyon outside Boulder, CO
Author : John Summerson
Publisher :
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 48,67 MB
Release : 2009-04-01
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9780979257117
This guidebook provides Southeast cycling peak-baggers with everything they need to know: from how best to prepare to get to the top of the mountain to the most difficult climbs. Within the scenic mountains of the Southeast the most difficult climbs are all included in these pages. Information within the guide includes: Climbing training tips; Memorable climbing performances; Easy to read directions; Descriptions and accurate climb information including total elevation, length and average/maximum grade; Appendices with climb rankings and other information; Climb profiles.
Author : Bennett Scott
Publisher :
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 33,90 MB
Release : 2018-10-19
Category : Cache la Poudre River (Colo.)
ISBN : 9780989515696
Located northwest of Fort Collins, CO, the Poudre Canyon is home to some of the highest quality sport climbing and bouldering in Colorado. Long considered a rock climbing area only frequented by locals who didn't want to drive to 'better climbing' elsewhere in the state, author Bennett Scott and many others have spent the last several decades putting that myth to rest with the development and documentation of some of the hardest, proudest, cleanest, and most inspiring climbing routes to be found anywhere in Colorado.Ten years have passed since the 2nd Edition of the Poudre Canyon Guidebook was released and things have been anything but quiet. New routes and boulder problems have been established on a weekly basis - the climbing here just keeps getting better and better. Perhaps you live in Fort Collins and just want to get out for a pleasant day of shady bouldering. Or maybe you're looking to explore something new with a weekend of beautiful camping, cragging, and bouldering. The Poudre has something to offer everyone, so come join author Bennett Scott as he takes you on a journey through 50 miles of breathtaking cliffs and boulders that are climbable all year long!
Author : Paul Molenberg
Publisher : Gatekeeper Press
Page : 284 pages
File Size : 45,29 MB
Release : 2019-06-19
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 1642374024
Everything you need to be your best on the trails. This book contains extensive advice and tips that cover all aspects of mountain biking. The information is presented with clear and understandable language and visuals, making it easy to digest and apply. Riders of all ages, from the complete beginner to the more advanced will benefit from the information revealed in Let's Mountain Bike! It's an indispensable guide for those looking to hit the trails and become their best. Choosing the right bike Hitting the trails fully prepared Making the climbs easier Braking for efficiency, speed, and safety Negotiating obstacles Mental toughness, focus, and state of mind Avoiding accidents Proper bike care Much more Thousands of trails are waiting... so Let's Mountain Bike! Visit letsmountainbike.com to see more from this author.
