Mountain Bike America: Washington: An Atlas of Washington's Greatest Off-Road Bicycle Rides [Paperback]

Amy Poffenbarger (Author), Mark Poffenbarger (Author), Scott Adams (Introduction)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 15, 1998 | Series: Mountain Bike America

The Atlas of Washington's Greatest Off-Road Bicycle Rides. Featuring more than 80 of the state's greatest mountain bike rides, this one-of-a-kind guide to the scenic state of Washington takes you from the lush rainforests of the Olympic Peninsula to the rugged, glacier- capped mountains of the northern Cascades; from the moonscaped ridges of Mount Saint Helens east over tulip fields and seas of wheat to the Selkirk and Blue Mountains. Mountain Bike Washington gives you a most unique look into our northwestern most state, capturing its history, its culture, and its incomparable beauty.

GPS-Quality, digitally-designed relief maps detailing each ride. Helpful ride locator maps get you to the ride without getting lost. Accurate route profiles show the ups and downs of each ride. Fascinating 3-D surface maps with dramatic views of the surrounding terrain. In-depth trail descriptions with difficulty ratings, schedules, and detailed route directions; PLUS local attractions, eateries, and more.

Also Includes: Maptech TopoScout CD-ROM
Genuine USGS Topo Maps with all trails marked.
Track your adventure with sophisticated TopoScout navigation software! Or plan new adventures.

Editorial Reviews

Review

Mountain Bike Washington by Beachway Press is the BEST guide book you will ever need. Throw away any other guidebook on Washington State mountain biking you own. Seriously, Mountain Bike Washington, the latest from Beachway Press' Moutain Bike America series, is that good. Finally, a book with accurate maps, mileage logs and trail descriptions. -- Dirt Northwest, May 1998

About the Author

Amy and Mark moved to the northwest some time ago with the sole purpose of being near the mountains. Up from the plain plains of Texas, Washington's Cascade and Olympic Mountains have opened up new worlds to them beyond what their southern brows could fathom. Now living and working in the Seattle area, Amy is a local freelance writer and Mark, an independent business owner and musician. And while Amy has been writing for such magazines as Mountain Bike Magazine, Bicycle Retailer, Snow Country, American Bicyclist, and Washington CEO, Mark has been cycling through New Mexico, Canada, Texas, North Carolina, and as far away as Scandinavia and northern Europe. Amy and Mark explore Washington State's outdoors together as much as they can and, like a true husband and wife team, debate regularly over who picks the next great adventure.

Product Details

• Paperback: 256 pages
• Publisher: Beachway Pr; 1 edition (May 15, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1882997093
• ISBN-13: 978-1882997091
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 5.9 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,664,557 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Good alternative to Zilly, June 12, 2000

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Gordon Waddell "g" (Seattle, WA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Mountain Bike America: Washington: An Atlas of Washington's Greatest Off-Road Bicycle Rides (Paperback)

Ignore the CD - if you want it you can buy it anywhere (e.g. REI), or buy proper paper maps!

However the rides are described really well - the profile matches the simple route maps really well and demonstrates just how many NW rides are HILLY.

The step descriptions on the routes are good, and the distances accurate (so far!).

Things to watch out for: 1) Tiger is the closest ride to Seattle in the book, a couple of more 'after workers' would be good. 2) The directions to some of the rides are not too good, although this is mostly due to lack of road numbering etc in Forestry and out of the way areas.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The best guide on the market, June 24, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Mountain Bike America: Washington: An Atlas of Washington's Greatest Off-Road Bicycle Rides (Paperback)

This book is loaded with GPS topo maps, meticulously made maps of each trail, trail profiles, great descriptions, detailed directions, and great graphics. Not to mention all the other information it's packed with, such as other stuff to do in the area where each ride is located. If you can only buy one guide, I think this one is perfect. The CD at the back is an added bonus, which adds no cost to the book, but it's maps aren't necessary b/c there's so many high quality maps packed into the pages of the book.

5.0 out of 5 stars Mountain Bike Washington is entertaining and comprehensive., June 24, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Mountain Bike America: Washington: An Atlas of Washington's Greatest Off-Road Bicycle Rides (Paperback)

The Washington edition of the Mountain Bike America series provides valuable technical information within an entertaining writing style. After reading this guidebook, one wants to head out and experience the beauty and challenging terrain of Washington State.