Hi all,
I have a good friend who was wondering about a good cycling route from New York City to Albany.
Many thanks in advance for any help.
David
Route New York City to Albany
Sat, 05/14/2005 - 2:58pm
Sat, 05/14/2005 - 3:05pm
#1
Sat, 05/14/2005 - 7:33pm
#2
I rode from Piermont to Albany r/t in 2 days
I took the usual route thru West Point/Cornwall & all the way up to Albany--It was just over 100 miles. I came back on the other side as far as Bear Mtn on the Route along the East Bank of the river--I think it is 9M. The East Bank is prettier from Newburgh/Beacon North & the West Bank is more scenic below Newburgh..if u have any specific ?'s u can e mail me or tel 845-359-6260.
Incidentally Washington irving lived just below Tarrytown and whether by fast horse or the fastest boat he was unable to get to Albany (he may have had a girlfriend there!) in a day, but we cyclists can now do it!
Sat, 05/14/2005 - 7:34pm
#3
I think cyclists can cross all the bridges across the Hudson
except the Tappan Zee
Mon, 05/16/2005 - 12:39am
#4
But not at all times
Supposedly, the bike path on the Newburgh-Beacon Bridge is closed between dusk and dawn
Bear Mountain is always open -- but you are riding on the road.
GWB is supposed to be closed between Midnight and 6 am.
Don't know about Mid hudson, Kingston - Rhinecliff and Rip Van Winkle bridges. Consult http://www.nysba.net/ , and use the listed phone #s to inquire about local rules.
Mon, 05/16/2005 - 8:47am
#5
I think one would be wise to stay off the GWB between midnight and and 6 am.
Mon, 05/16/2005 - 5:32am
#6
I didn't think he was planning a nocturnal ride
in the past those other bridges north of 84 had bike paths
if one has been closed, a cyclist could just take the next one
Mon, 05/16/2005 - 12:37pm
#7
Thank you
"Some folks may keep posting. But just wanted to say ""thank you"" on behalf of me and my friend for this quick and useful help.
David"
