Motorcycle Journeys Through the Appalachians [Paperback]

Dale Coyner (Author)

Book Description

Series: Motorcycle Journeys Series | Publication Date: November 1, 1995

This book lays out 35 day-long routes through Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, and the Carolinas, all the while offering local lore, useful advice, and easy-to-follow directions. You will get lost on scenic Virginia Route 231; pay homage to the Harley-Davidson Motor Company at its factory in York, Pennsylvania; loop through the mountain passes of the Blue Ridge Parkway; and find out why you shouldn't take anything about West Virginia for granted. Detailed maps make navigation a breeze, while an appendix of local motorcycle dealers is insurance against a breakdown. Along the way, Coyner also points out the region's most rider-friendly restaurants, hotels, and campgrounds.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"Adds flavor to the Appalachian experience." -- DealerNews

"If you tour, you need a copy of Motorcycle Journeys through the Appalachians. If you don't, buy a copy, and you will." -- Motorcycle Times

"Motorcyclists wanting to explore now have the perfect guide . . ." -- BMW Owners News

About the Author

Dale Coyner's journeys through the Appalachians began out of a curiosity of what was "around the next bend." He came to riding later than some, purchasing his first motorcycle, a Yamaha Radian, after he finished college. He credits the open, freewheeling nature of motorcycling with firing a sense of wonderment about his surroundings that led to rediscovering his native region. He shares his best finds with you in Motorcycle Journeys through the Appalachians.

For many of the tours in this book, Dale relied on his trusty Gold Wing. He's not sure if it was the size of the Wing, the pop-up camper he was pulling, or the bright red Aerostich suit that garnered the most friendly smiles in his travels, but he got a lot of them. His current ride is a Honda ST-1100.

Dale's work in multimedia for an international consulting firm takes him on journeys of another type--the Internet. You can often find him zipping around the world in cyberspace, where he is experimenting with new forms of discovering and sharing information.

Product Details

• Paperback: 319 pages
• Publisher: Whitehorse Press (November 1, 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1884313027
• ISBN-13: 978-1884313028
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.5 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,430,317 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Dale Coyner is a respected author, feature writer and professional speaker who represents the motorsports industries with a positive, professional image.

Dale is a charter member of the Virginia Governor's Motorcycle Advisory Council and the author of two books, the widely-acclaimed Motorcycle Journeys Through the Appalachians and The Essential Guide to Motorcycle Travel. He is a contributing author to the popular AMA Ride Guide to America.

In addition, Dale has published dozens of articles on technical and motorsports topics in regional and national publications including Rider and Motorcycle Consumer News. Visit Dale at www.dalecoyner.com

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Head of the travel book class, February 8, 2005

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Lynn Bryce (Burke, VA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Motorcycle Journeys Through The Appalachians - 2nd Edition (Motorcycle Journeys) (Paperback)

Of all the travel books in my collection, Motorcycle Journeys Through The Appalachians is my favorite. I have not come across another touring guide that covers this part of the country so well. I have sold my bike but still find Motorcycle Journeys to be a great reference for planning a weekend outing with my wife and kids. I would have liked a little more detail in the table of contents but that's a minor wrinkle in light of the value this book delivers. Mileage to waypoints, maps, terrain descriptions, highlights make the trips easy to follow and enjoy. In addition to being very thorough, Coyner's writing style is entertaining and the book is a fun read. If your journeys will take you through the Appalachians, this book is a must-have companion.

13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Useful and witty resource, February 8, 2005

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A. Paul (Ashburn, VA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Motorcycle Journeys Through The Appalachians - 2nd Edition (Motorcycle Journeys) (Paperback)

It's not just for motorcyclists! A friend gave me this book when I was planning an anniversary trip in Virginia's Appalachian mountains. I found myself not just browsing for information on the area I wanted to visit, but reading the entire book for sheer enjoyment (and annoying my family by reading bits of it out loud to them). Coyner has thoroughly researched every trip and offers timely advice about roads, weather conditions, places of interest, restaurants, etc... Not only is the book useful as a travel guide, it's a hoot to read. I would recommend it to anyone who's planning travels in the Appalachians -- whether you're riding in your car or on a motorcycle.

10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Practical Guide Accompanied By Measured Humor, April 10, 2005

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Hencequently "Ben" (Bend, Oregon) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Motorcycle Journeys Through The Appalachians - 2nd Edition (Motorcycle Journeys) (Paperback)

For me there are three parts to a good trip - the preparation, the adventure itself, and then the memories. This book has helped me a long way in achieving all these pleasure points. The maps and text are wonderful; the crafty photo's with tasty captions peppered appropriately throughout this guide left my partner (who does not accompany me) recommending more sights than I could handle. A keeper, if not just for that.