Originally Posted by
njkayaker
I wouldn't call that path/road "generally usable" for bicycle riding.
The location of these sorts of paths/roads should be mapped but the properties/nature of them need to be mapped too. That way, you can actually look for them and people who aren't can avoid them.
It's a deficiency if a map doesn't allow you to avoid these types of roads. It's a deficiency (for cycling) if they are not on the map.
I agree. It's a flaw. But, there is a silver lining.
There is a growing population of tourists who are actively seeking rougher paths. The section here was the worst of it. I would take the entire 102-mile route again on my cyclocross bike, lightly loade,d without hesitation. But, I probably moved faster on my mountain bike.