Synopses & Reviews
The geography of Southern California is as infinitely varied as its population. From the serenity of coastal beaches to the majestic San Gabriel Mountains and the tight canyons of the Santa Monica Mountains, Los Angeles is a cyclistand#8217;s paradise. The vistas are spectacular, the terrain fun to ride and the sights include some of Hollywoodand#8217;s best-known landmarks.
Bicycling Los Angeles County takes riders on 40 different rides throughout Southern Californiaand#8217;s most popular destination. Also detailed for avid roadies are some of Los Angelesand#8217; most popular group rides - for those who want a more challenging and social outing.
Synopsis
With some of the most extensive and scenic road biking in the United States, Los Angeles County riders now have an expert guide to 40 of the best road rides in their own backyard. Researched and written by world-class road biker and
Asphalt editor Patrick Brady,
Bicycling Los Angeles combines first-hand road research with GPS map-making technology. From the descriptive narrative and crucial at-a-glance info to the cutting-edge ride maps and elevation profiles, Brady definitively shows riders how to get there, what to expect, and how to get the most out of each ride.
Synopsis
With some of the most extensive and scenic road biking in the United States, Los Angeles County riders now have an expert guide to 40 of the best road rides in their own backyard. Researched and written by world-class road biker and
Asphalt editor Patrick Brady,
Bicycling Los Angeles combines first-hand road research with GPS map-making technology. From the descriptive narrative and crucial at-a-glance info to the cutting-edge ride maps and elevation profiles, Brady definitively shows riders how to get there, what to expect, and how to get the most out of each ride.
Synopsis
Bicycling Los Angeles is a guide to fun, challenging and beautiful road cycling routes in Los Angeles County. Described routes include coastal roads and bike paths, quiet suburban roads, and mountain roads that give the most dramatic views of Los Angeles.
About the Author
Patrick Brady has been photographing and writing about cycling for more than 15 years. He has served as an editor of
Bicycle Guide and is the publisher of
Asphalt Magazine.
Table of Contents
(1) Introduction (2) The West Side (3) The South Bay (4) The Angeles Crest (5) Malibu (6) Hollywood/Griffith Park (7) The San Fernando Valley (8) The Santa Clarita Valley (9) The San Gabriel Valley (10) Central Los Angeles (11) Long Beach