Here’s a mid-range loop over the peaks of the northern Berkshires, and through the valleys of the Cold and Deerfield rivers. The loop continues through rural Massachusetts villages and brings you back through quaint towns full of shops and restaurants. The first part of the trip is the well-known Mohawk Trail along state route 2 …
A medium-length ride over Hogback Mountain in Vermont. You should be able to make it in under two hours without stops, but there are a few stops that you’re going to want to make. Be prepared for some temperature drops as you ride up near 2,500 feet — it could be as much as 10° …
This ride is around two hours in length, and can be a bit of a “bear”. The traffic can get somewhat heavy going through Beacon — this is where most of the traffic lights are. Some of the riding is a little challenging, but there are some nice parks and attractions along the way, and …
A nice ride, approximately one hour and thirty minutes in length with stunning long mountain views, and a beautiful destination. Stop by Ooms Preserve with your picnic lunch and enjoy the view of the distant mountains and the Hudson River valley below. The directions start in Averill Park, but you can pick up the loop …
This is a linear ride, approximately an hour and a half in length, between Scenectady and Utica in upstate NY. It’s a simple trip, but very scenic as it takes you through the Mohawk River valley and along the Erie Canal. Visit one of the locks to get a close-up look at some fascinating machinery …
Here’s a beautiful ride with non-stop panoramic views of the Berkshire Mountains. It’s approximately one hour and fifteen minutes, with very few turns or stops. Follow the route around Williamstown, MA, or head into town for lunch. There are two state parks to visit along the way, or stop at the trail-head at Petersburgh pass …
This loop is approximately one hour and fifteen minutes in length, through country roads with very few stops. The ride, as defined here, starts and ends in Nassau, NY (20 minutes east of Albany, NY, 35 minutes west of Pittsfield, MA). This is a complete loop though, so you can start and finish anywhere along …
Here is a nice ride. It’s approximately thirty minutes in length, with a low stop sign count, and very light traffic! The ride as defined is south to north, but is excellent in both directions. Picturesque farms with large barns and silos dot the countryside as you roll through the winding country roads. There are …