Mountain Biking Pennsylvania [Paperback]

Rob Ginieczki (Author)

Book Description

Series: State Mountain Biking Series | Publication Date: June 1, 2000

Mountain bikers of all abilities will enjoy the classic assortment of 80 rides included in this guide.

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From the Back Cover

Take a ride through history with Mountain Biking Pennsylvania. Author Rob Ginieczki leads you on an exploration through lush, wooded mountains and rolling hills and uncovers the history behind some of Pennsylvania's most exciting trails. Test your technical skills on sweet single-track; meander along a cold mountain stream; or enjoy an easy ride with your family on one of Pennsylvania's many rail trails. From the Laurel Highlands to the Pocono Plateau, Mountain Biking Pennsylvania can point you in the right direction to adventure and fun. Mountain bikers of all abilities will enjoy the classic assortment of rides included in this guide. Detailed ride descriptions make it easy to find trailheads and follow routes helping you stay on track with easy-to-read maps and ratings for physical and technical difficulty. Mountain Biking Pennsylvania is part of Falcon's expanding series of statewide mountain biking guides designed to help make all your mountain biking adventures safe and memorable.

Product Details

• Paperback: 376 pages
• Publisher: FalconGuides; 1st edition (June 1, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 156044861X
• ISBN-13: 978-1560448617
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #920,622 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Comprehensive & interesting, January 26, 2001

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Mark Pederson (Lehigh Valley, PA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Mountain Biking Pennsylvania (Paperback)

I have been searching for a good guidebook on PA mountainbiking for over a year. Ginieczki's effort here appears to be very well done. I have ridden at least 5 of his reviewed trails in the Eastern & Northcentral parts of the state,most before the book was ever published. I found his reviews of these particular trails very detailed, accurate,interesting & w/ crisp & clear directions. He sprinkles interesting bits of geography, history, humor & trail tips that make reading most enjoyable. I like the way the book is laid out & written, with good up to date markers & maps.Most measured trail distances matched my bike's computer - a good sign. My only gripe is that,unfortunately, it's not the kind of book that is easy to pack or refer to during rides. Otherwise, the most up to date, informative & best of its kind for PA that I've come across.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best thing for PA Mtn. Bikers, February 14, 2001

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Lori Woodring - See all my reviews

This review is from: Mountain Biking Pennsylvania (Paperback)

The book provides a well-written, comprehensive, guide to the entire state. It is apparent that the author has logged countless hours in providing riders with a complete guidebook to many rides throughout the state. Although this book does not cover any specific region in depth, it gives riders a taste of all areas. Riders of all skill levels will appreciate the format. There is a colorful and informative commentary for each ride, providing the "icing on the cake." This is one of my favorite books in my collection but one that never stays on the shelf.

10 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Please avoid the South Mountain Emmaus Trails, October 20, 2000

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Mark Bowman (Emmaus, PA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Mountain Biking Pennsylvania (Paperback)

The South Mountain, Emmaus, PA trails, as described in "Mountain Biking in PA" by Rob Ginieczki, are located on PRIVATE PROPERTY clearly marked by NO TRESPASSING signs. The gentlemen who owns this property is VERY ANTI-MOUNTAIN BIKE and these trails should be avoided. Numerous conversations took place between myself and the author of this book, before the book was published, informing him of the access problems associated with this area. Since he chose to disregard these conversations and send his readers to areas which are ILLEGAL to ride in, I would suggest that all readers be wary of the trail directions provided in this book. Please feel free to e-mail me for other, legal areas to ride in this area.