Full Description
ROAD BIKING™ GEORGIA: A Guide to the Greatest Bicycle Rides in GeorgiaJohn TrusselThe first book of its kind, for cyclists of all skill levels There is no other guide to bicycling the expanse of the Peach State, home turf to award-winning journalist and cyclist John Trussel. Whether riders want to keep in shape or explore what lies over the next hill, the 40 routes and maps provided here give detailed directions and mileage for all travelers. Carefully researched, the rides offer a variety of terrain, conditions, and historical significance. The book is divided into three sections - North and the Mountains, Piedmont, and South Georgia/Coastline - and each route uses less-traveled secondary roads as much as possible and begins and ends in the same location. Some routes are well known, such as "Six Gaps" near Dahlonega, and some cruise through delightful beach areas, remote quail plantations, and even downtown Savannah. A unique, comprehensive guide on one of the most beautiful states for touring by bicycle. John Trussell is a law enforcement officer, journalist, and member of the Central Georgia Cyclists Club. He lives in Warner Robins, Georgia, in Houston County, and has ridden to every corner of the state.
Contents
IntroductionRoad and traffic ConditionsSafety and Comfort on the RoadHow to Use this book1. Lookout Mountain - Cloudland Ramble2. North Georgia Classic3. Chickamauga Ramble4. Ellijay - Ft. Mountain Challenge5. Hiawassee "Circle de Bald"Cruise6. Rabun - Clayton Mini Alps Classic and Lakes Ramble Ride7. Cornelia Brawl Classic8. Helen Ramble9. Dahlonega - 6 Gaps Classic10. Barnsley Gardens Challenge11. Chattooga Classic12. Rome - Up the Creek without a Pedal Classic13. Silver Comet Ramble14. Roswell Ramble15. Alpharetta" Hell of North" Challenge16. Hartwell "Dick's Hill" Classic17. Athens Cruise18. Madison Cruise19. Social Circle Buffet Cruise20. Augusta - Columbia County Cruise21. Milledgeville Cruise22. Tour de Pike Classic23. LaGrange Classic24. Callaway Gardens Ramble25. Pine Mountain "Wheels of Fire" Classic26. Macon Cruise27. Warner Robins Cruise28. Dublin Irish Classic29. Cochran- Bleckley Classic30. Columbus River Walk - Ft. Benning Cruise31. Providence Canyon - Westville Cruise32. Americus - Andersonville Classic33. Ocmulgee State Park Ramble34. Bagby- Kolomoki State Parks Ramble35. Vidalia Onion Classic36. Claxton "Cruisin' the Country" Classic37. Statesboro Classic38. Savannah Ramble39. Ft. McAllister Ramble40. Liberty Trail RambleAppendix: 318About Author: 323
