Need some route suggestions-Fairfield County/Lancaster, OH
06-08-09, 01:22 PM
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Need some route suggestions-Fairfield County/Lancaster, OH
Rough idea @ the moment
I'm moving back with my parents for the last few years of my undergrad and attending one of the regional campuses. On the map it looks to be a decent ride, with the only rough spots being Route 37 in Lancaster, where the college is located, and my parent's road (where I do see a number of recreational cyclists).
Any tips or alterations to this? Looking on the 'net, I see rumors that Lancaster has a bike path that would connect to the OU campus. Just can't seem to mind an actual map.
Thanks for the help!
I'm moving back with my parents for the last few years of my undergrad and attending one of the regional campuses. On the map it looks to be a decent ride, with the only rough spots being Route 37 in Lancaster, where the college is located, and my parent's road (where I do see a number of recreational cyclists).
Any tips or alterations to this? Looking on the 'net, I see rumors that Lancaster has a bike path that would connect to the OU campus. Just can't seem to mind an actual map.
Thanks for the help!
06-12-09, 10:03 AM
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Your route looks good. Carroll Eastern Rd probably gets a bit less traffic than Pleasantville Rd, but either is fine.
The short stretch of 37 shouldn't be bad. There is usually not a ton of traffic and there is a narrow shoulder.
The short stretch of 37 shouldn't be bad. There is usually not a ton of traffic and there is a narrow shoulder.
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Thanks. I added that on the map for my reference. If I can, I tend to drive my routes first to get at least an idea.
I just need to see if the college has bike racks.
I just need to see if the college has bike racks.
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I'm not from the area (live northern Ohio) but I beleive "Columbus Outdoor Pursuits" does a lot of riding in and around that area. You may want to try their website for some suggestions, I know they have a monday night ride in that area. I have had a chance to ride with their monday grove city group and had a great time.
