Epic Bike Rides of the Americas

This book provides 200 of the best gravel, road, and trail bike routes in North, Central, and South America, accompanied by stunning photos and practical details to help plan the perfect trip. Suggestions for similar rides around the world are also included.

Format: Hardback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 01 August 2019
Publisher: Lonely Planet Global Limited

Get ready to embark on an exhilarating journey through America's most thrilling gravel, road, and trail bike routes! This comprehensive guide for cycling enthusiasts is your ultimate companion, showcasing 200 of the best and most celebrated routes across North, Central, and South America. Whether you're seeking epic adventures off the beaten path or shorter urban rides, this book has it all.

From bikepacking in the breathtaking landscapes of Baja, to road riding in the vibrant cities of Colombia, to mountain biking in the rugged terrains of Canada, and gravel riding in the historic trails of Pennsylvania, the possibilities are endless. Each ride is accompanied by stunning photos, detailed maps, and a toolkit of practical information to help you plan the perfect trip.

In Canada, you'll discover the awe-inspiring Cabot Trail in Nova Scotia, the exhilarating Whistler Bike Park in British Columbia, the scenic Whitehorse Trails in the Yukon, and the breathtaking Banff to Whitefish route in Alberta. In the USA, you'll embark on thrilling mountain biking adventures in Moab, Colorado, and Glacier National Park, explore the Covered Bridges of Vermont, and enjoy the scenic Great Allegheny Passage.

Central America and the Caribbean offer a range of unforgettable rides, including the Baja Divide in Mexico, the Oaxaca to Zipolite journey in Mexico, and the Cuba's Southern Rollercoaster in Cuba. South America is a paradise for cyclists, with the Trans Ecuador Mountain Bike Route, the Mendoza Wine Ride in Argentina, the Lagunas Route in Bolivia, and the breathtaking To the Tip of Patagonia route in Argentina.

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So, grab your bike, lace up your shoes, and get ready to experience the thrill of cycling through America's most breathtaking landscapes. With this definitive guide in hand, you'll have the tools you need to create unforgettable memories on the road. Happy riding!

Weight: 1346g
Dimension: 267 x 206 x 28 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781788682572