Dirt_Dad
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Rode route 4 today and learned some significant differences between X and the MABDR.
I think the most important differences is, do not expect the route to end at a gas station. I believe at least 8 of 9 MABDR routes end at a gas station. Route 4 ends in the middle of the woods. First fuel I found by leaving the route was about 10 miles away.
Also recommend not thinking you can ride the route as published. A bridge out on the route caused me to make multiple attempts at creating a detour. Fortunately PA appears to be invested in keeping riders out of trouble and put up a sign on the most obvious detour route.
Bottom line, fuel in your tank is good. After all, this is Adventure riding. I probably went an extra 20 miles over this one.
It's a great route, really enjoyed it. There is one drivable trail on it and it does stand out as rougher and wetter than every everywhere else on route 4. Not terrible, but you notice it.
Overall route 4 took significantly longer to complete than I had anticipated.
As always, RideBDR group has put together a great route. Looking forward to checking out the out new route sections (2&3).
I think the most important differences is, do not expect the route to end at a gas station. I believe at least 8 of 9 MABDR routes end at a gas station. Route 4 ends in the middle of the woods. First fuel I found by leaving the route was about 10 miles away.
Also recommend not thinking you can ride the route as published. A bridge out on the route caused me to make multiple attempts at creating a detour. Fortunately PA appears to be invested in keeping riders out of trouble and put up a sign on the most obvious detour route.
Bottom line, fuel in your tank is good. After all, this is Adventure riding. I probably went an extra 20 miles over this one.
It's a great route, really enjoyed it. There is one drivable trail on it and it does stand out as rougher and wetter than every everywhere else on route 4. Not terrible, but you notice it.
Overall route 4 took significantly longer to complete than I had anticipated.
As always, RideBDR group has put together a great route. Looking forward to checking out the out new route sections (2&3).