Actually, amithereyet (great name, btw), the C&O Canal towpath is entirely flat. There are a few short rises at some of the locks, but the total elevation over 184.5 miles is less than 200 feet. It's a tad rugged, what with rocks, gravel, tree roots, and holes, but other than that a very easy, enjoyable ride. This site's a great resource for more info.
Oh, and I have the very cool "On the Canal" dvd if anyone's interested in borrowing it before the big trip.
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01-07-2008, 09:11 AM #1
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"How about if we all just try to follow these very simple rules of the road? Drive like the person ahead on the bike is your son/daughter. Ride like the cars are ambulances carrying your loved ones to the emergency room. This should cover everything, unless you are a complete sociopath."
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01-07-2008, 10:52 AM #2
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So now you're an all-around weenie
I want to take a quick head count and I don't want to do it here. If anyone hasn't sent me their email address yet please do so.
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(Can I still say weenie?)Last edited by Zen; 01-07-2008 at 11:06 AM.
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