May 11 2010

Wheelchair Accessible Trails

I am extremely pleased to announce that I’ve discovered a website that features wheelchair accessible trails.

It is www.wheelchairtrails.net. It provides access information about San Francisco Bay Area parks.


imgres.jpgYou’ve probably read my rants about the senseless focus on only mountain bike trails and road bike routes. 


Yes, I’m an avid mountain biker, and I realize there are hundreds of thousands of people who enjoy riding on mountain bike trails and on roads. But I believe there are even more people who would enjoy riding bikes if they had access to multipurpose trails such as rail-trails. 


everyone, regardless of age, ability, physical condition, or bicycle type. To help improve health, the environment, and family togetherness, we must promote bicycling for everyone, not just people of a certain age or ability.That is one of the reasons why I started trailsnet.com. It is a website that features trails for literally 


For a listing of multipurpose trails and multi-use paths throughout the U.S., visit trailsnet.com to find the best trails.

Permanent link to this article: https://trailsnet.com/2010/05/11/wheelchair-accessible-trails/

May 08 2010

Mother’s Day Bike Ride

If your mom likes the great outdoors or is inclined to being active, I would like to suggest a bike ride or hike for Mother’s Day this year. After all, the best gifts you can give your mother are health, happiness, and time with you.

Here are some trails you and Mom might enjoy:

Chief Ladiga in Alabama
Pikes Peak Greenway in Colorado
West Orange Trail in Florida
Silver Comet trail in Georgia
Munro Trail in Hawaii
Route of the Hiawatha trail in Idaho

Click one of the links below to find biking trails and hiking trails by state:

Alabama trails
Colorado trails
Florida trailsGeorgia trails
Hawaii trails
Idaho trails
Louisiana trailsMississippi trails
Montana trails
New Hampshire trails
New Mexico trails
Virginia trails
Washington state trails
Wisconsin trails
Wyoming trails

Permanent link to this article: https://trailsnet.com/2010/05/08/mothers-day-bike-ride/

May 07 2010

5 best New Hampshire Trails

Wow there are some great trails in the United States. I couldn’t tell you which state has the best trails, but New Hampshire would certainly rank up there pretty high. Last October, I had the opportunity to visit the following five trails:

Ammonoosuc Rail Trail in Littleton, NH
Ashuelot Rail Trail in Keene, NH
Cheshire Rail Trail near Keene, NH
Rockingham Recreational Trail near Manchester, NH
Northern Rail Trail near Lebanon, NH

What these trails lack in pavement, they make up for in scenery, ambience, & character. All of them wander through beautiful New England countryside. All of them would make awesome fall foliage rides, and all of them are easily accessible.

Permanent link to this article: https://trailsnet.com/2010/05/07/5-best-new-hampshire-trails/

May 07 2010

The Wisdom of Lewis Carroll as it applies to trails

“If you don’t know where you are going, any road will get you there.”  – Lewis Carroll

The same thing goes for trails, but even more so. People are usually on a road to get from point A to point B.  However, we often ride trails as much to get away from something as to get to something. For example,  we may be trying to escape stress or loose pounds, or get away from the tedium of every day life.

So when you feel like you just need to get away, find a trail… any trail. Then just wander. Enjoy the peace and slower pace. Relax and unwind. Trails are the perfect therapy.

To find the perfect trails, visit trailsnet.com.

Permanent link to this article: https://trailsnet.com/2010/05/07/the-wisdom-of-lewis-carroll-as-it-applies-to-trails/

May 05 2010

Ammonoosuc Rail Trail in New Hampshire

While in New Hampshire, I overnighted in Manchester, Keene, and White River Junction (okay that one’s in Vermont, but barely). After spending just a few minutes in Littleton, I wished I had booked a night (at least) there. It took me quite awhile to actually find the Ammonoosuc Rail Trail, but I had a great time looking. First I spent some time at the shops on the main street in town. There were lots of fun little snack & souvenir places. Finally, I found an information booth manned (or in this case womanned) by a friendly young lady who sent me three towns away, to the cog railway in search of the Ammonoosuc Trail. Turns out she was wrong, but it was a nice little drive.
Then, when I got back to Littleton, I talked to someone in Littleton Bikes & Fitness, and he told me how to find the trail. So, as I wandered down to the river on my way to the trail, I found even more interesting and enjoyable places to visit. Miller’s Bakery had some incredibly good food to eat “in house” and even more to take on the trail. The cookies were “to die for.” In addition to good food, they had great views of the river.
Another fun attraction on the way to the trail was the “old” covered bridge. Actually, it just looks old but was built in 2004. Either way, it was pretty and served the extremely useful function of getting pedestrians like me across the river. And once I got to the other side, I started my ride, right. Wrong!! They were having a farmer’s market beside the river with more local foods and crafts. By this time, I was getting anxious to hop on the trail, but I couldn’t resist talking to a few of the vendors and, of course, buy a few more snacks.
View New Hampshire’s Ammonoosuc Rail Trail pictures, map, & information at trailsnet.com.

Permanent link to this article: https://trailsnet.com/2010/05/05/ammonoosuc-rail-trail-in-new-hampshire/

May 04 2010

Munich Germany bicycling

Some places are well known for their bicycling. Amsterdam is known for its preeminent cycling culture in general. Colorado & Utah are known for their mountain biking routes. Portland, Oregon is known as a city that supports cyclists.

But not many people connect Munich, Germany w/ bikes. However, that is about to change. With its impressive history, “high environmental standards,” and a new focus on promoting bicycling, Munich may soon rise to the forefront.

Granted, it is a very busy, therefore congested, burg. But if you choose the right time and place, Munich could provide you with an extremely memorable bike ride.

For more information on bike routes in Germany, go to:

 http://www.toytowngermany.com/wiki/Cycle_routes

For United States bike trails, visit trailsnet.com.

Permanent link to this article: https://trailsnet.com/2010/05/04/munich-germany-bicycling/