I've walked across the Bear Mountain Bridge. It's part of the Appalachian Trail so hikers cross it all the time. There was a pedestrian lane (sidewalk) separated from traffic, if I remember right, but it was partially blocked by construction when I was there. I wasn't thinking about how to cross the bridge by bike, but if it looks too hairy, you could walk your bike in the pedestrian lane (just stay upwind of the hikers).
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03-15-2007, 01:17 PM #1
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03-15-2007, 04:51 PM #2
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Thanks so much for your input, gals. I guess I will have to find a detailed map...I like the idea of walking my bike on a pedestrian path as an option. You know, to come to think of it, I think my LBS guy went up there a couple of times. I'll be sure to pop in when he's not busy and chat
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03-16-2007, 06:26 AM #3
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lizbids:
If you are determined to do it, check out the ride library of the NYCC. They have a couple of different routes of various lengths and difficulty.
Carol
http://www.nycc.org/rl_db/ride.aspx?id=119
http://www.nycc.org/rl_db/ride.aspx?id=93
http://www.nycc.org/rl_db/ride.aspx?id=184
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