Bicycling the Blue Ridge Author:Elizabeth and Charlie Skinner This book contains information that could be used on any bicycling trip. It also has an index of terms in the back. On the back cover it says the book helps you explore two of the most bicycle-friendly roads in the U.S. - the Skyline Drive and the Blue Ridge Parkway. — The book has maps and elevation profiles that outline the terrain and geograph... more »y.
It has the best routes on and off the highway and into the towns and communities.
Directions to campgrounds, picnic spots and swimming areas.
Complete information about restaurants, country stores, lodging and bicycle shops.
First-hand details about mileage, road and weather conditions and equipment to take.
The authors have over 25 years of cycling between them and have biked in this area since 1985 as well as all over the United States.« less