25 Bicycle Tours in the Hudson Valley


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This new series highlights low-traffic scenic roads, both dirt and paved, suitable for riding on both mountain and road bikes.




25 Mountain Bike Tours in the Hudson Valley


Book Description

A diverse selection of mountain bike tours takes visitors through a range of challenging peak climbs, heritage bikeways, and canal towpaths, in a reference that provides for bikers of any experience level and includes additional regional information and bike shop listings. Reissue.




Backroad Bicycling in the Hudson Valley and Catskills


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Cycling rides on quieter, less-traveled roads and byways easily accessible from New York City. Renowned for sprawling rural townships, quaint agricultural villages, and tucked-away mountain hamlets, the Hudson Valley and Catskills regions are idyllic destinations for cycling. From the dramatic Hudson Highlands, through the little towns along the river that Henry Hudson called a great "Arm of the Sea," this guide will introduce you to the both the Hudson's gentler, scenic river routes as well as the hilly back roads of the Catskill, Shawangunk, and Taconic mountain ranges. Intriguing facts about the historical, cultural, and natural gems you'll find along each ride, detailed mile-by-mile directions, and clear maps guide you along you dozens of never-before described bike routes, many of which pass through recently-designated National Heritage Areas.




Cycling the Hudson Valley


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An indispensable resource for dedicated cyclists planning to bike the Hudson Valley or the casual rider looking to take the family out for a couple of hours. Great for walkers, boaters, and auto travelers, too.




25 Mountain Bike Tours in New Jersey


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In the Garden State, whose official policy encourages bicycling and whose governor owns a mountain bike there has been no guidebook to mountain bike trails. Peter Kick's authoritative volume fills that gap.




Moon Hudson Valley & the Catskills


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The Hudson Valley is a breath of fresh air: explore historic estates, hike wild mountain terrain, and bask in small-town charm with Moon Hudson Valley & the Catskills Strategic, flexible itineraries, from day trips from New York City to week-long road trips, designed for outdoor adventurers, history buffs, art-lovers, foodies, and more Must-see highlights and unique experiences: Cycle along rolling hills and quiet country roads, hike to rushing waterfalls, hit the slopes in the winter, or discover the best spots to see the striking fall foliage. Take a tour of Washington Irving's romantic home, admire the historic Rockefeller Estate, go antiquing in Cold Spring Village, or stroll through Sleepy Hollow. Take a cooking class at the Culinary Institute of America, browse for produce at a local farmers market, sip your way along a Hudson Valley wine trail, or savor innovative cuisine at a farm-to-table restaurant The best hikes in the Hudson Valley and the Catskills, with detailed maps, mileage and difficulty ratings Honest advice from Catskills native Nikki Goth Itoi on when to go, where to eat, and where to stay, from full-service resorts and historic inns to secluded cabins and campsites Full-color photos and detailed maps throughout Thorough background on the culture, weather, wildlife, and history, plus tips on getting there and getting around by car and public transportation With Moon Hudson Valley & the Catskills' practical tips, myriad activities, and local know-how, you can plan your trip your way. Exploring more of the Northeast? Check out Moon New England. Headed to the Big Apple? Try Moon New York City or Moon New York Walks.




25 Mountain Bike Tours in the Adirondacks


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Six million-acre Adirondack Park is the largest wilderness east of the Mississippi-and an underappreciated destination for world-class mountain biking. Peter Kick has selected 25 of the Park's best tours, ranging from 4 to 80 miles in length and including something for riders of every level. More importantly, he urges mountain bikers to ride each trail responsibly, respecting the Park's unique and fragile ecology as well as the rights of other trail users. Each tour includes directions to the trail, up-to-date maps and regulations, surface conditions, trail highlights, nearby bike repair shops, and detailed mile-by-mile directions.




Backroad Bicycling in the Hudson Valley and Catskills


Book Description

A new installment of the bicycling series profiles less-traveled and quieter roads and byways accessible from New York City, in a traveler's reference to the Hudson Valley and Catskills that provides mile-by-mile directions, accessible maps, and a wealth of historical, cultural, and natural information. Original.




Cycling


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This book presents the scientific principles and concepts relevant to the sport of cycling. Individual chapters discuss the concepts of motion, energy transfer, force, momentum, friction, aerodynamics, and gravity; nutrition and training required for cycling; and the significant impact performance enhancing drugs has had on cycling.