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minitrail7
My friends and I are planning on riding the Chesapeake and Ohio trail from DC to Cumberland, and then the Great Allegheny Passage Trail to Pittsburgh,
We understand that this is NOT a paved trail, but rather a tightly backed clay and crushed stone surface...
Since I've never been on this trail, my question is: What's the best type of bike to use on such a trail?
I'm considering taking a cyclocross type of bike on it.. somewhat wider tires (35's) but with the drive train and stance of a road bike.
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Would a Mountain bike be a better idea, or simply a my regular road bike?
If you've previously riden a significant portion of this trail, I would certainly be interested in hearing your opinion on this subject.
Thanks.
Answer
I would use a hybrid or a comfort mountain bike. A cyclocross bike will also work. I have been all over that trail from Cumberland to Confluence and the trail is nice to ride on. I wouldn't use knobbies on it the trail is pretty hard. I was on it last month and had a hybrid that didn't have any shocks and it worked great. I also had a Forge Saranac with that is like a mountain bike but only weighs 26 lbs and has universal tread tires on it. Both worked great but the hybrid was more efficient. I rode about 4 miles east of Cumberland along the canal and that section wasn't as nice and gets bad when it rains more then an inch or two.
I would get a set of fenders for the bike for the trip. The trail is finely crushed limestone and is hard on a chain when it gets wet. You can get very lite plastic fenders that will keep the dirt off of the bike and you.
There is a pretty good climb from Cumberland to the continental divide but from there it is down hill the rest of the way.
I would use a hybrid or a comfort mountain bike. A cyclocross bike will also work. I have been all over that trail from Cumberland to Confluence and the trail is nice to ride on. I wouldn't use knobbies on it the trail is pretty hard. I was on it last month and had a hybrid that didn't have any shocks and it worked great. I also had a Forge Saranac with that is like a mountain bike but only weighs 26 lbs and has universal tread tires on it. Both worked great but the hybrid was more efficient. I rode about 4 miles east of Cumberland along the canal and that section wasn't as nice and gets bad when it rains more then an inch or two.
I would get a set of fenders for the bike for the trip. The trail is finely crushed limestone and is hard on a chain when it gets wet. You can get very lite plastic fenders that will keep the dirt off of the bike and you.
There is a pretty good climb from Cumberland to the continental divide but from there it is down hill the rest of the way.
What sort of bike do I need?
tarasue21d
I have been been walking/jogging to get in shape the past couple of months. I would now like to upgrade to cycling part of the time as well. (My ultimate goal is to be able to train for a triathlon). As I was searching the internet for some options, I was amazed at the many types of bikes available!
I will be mostly cycling on a trail which is part dirt and part pavement. I also live in Pittsburgh so inclines are entirely possibly during my trail. Lastly, I am not fond of the bikes that have very low handlebars. (I don't know what type of bikes these are)
I understand that you "get what you pay for" but at the same time, I am unsure of if I will even enjoy cycling so I don't want to spend $300 plus on a whim.
Can anyone help me on which type of bike would be best for a beginner?
Answer
A hybrid will handle the road and dirt bike paths. For $300 you will have to buy used on the local Ebay or Craig's list. Pittsburgh should have plenty of bikes to chose from. If you are serious about a triathlon you want a road bike.
A hybrid will handle the road and dirt bike paths. For $300 you will have to buy used on the local Ebay or Craig's list. Pittsburgh should have plenty of bikes to chose from. If you are serious about a triathlon you want a road bike.
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