Originally Posted by
balto charlie
Sounds like a tough wet trip.
I could bypass 322 using the map below but would lose Sandy Creek trail. Or would have to do an up and back on it. 322 looks rideable though so might keep it.
Thanks
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/37140258
From being soaked in the cold during the day to going into hot hotel rooms night, my FD seized up. I could not get out of the small chainring the third day. Shortly after leaving Clarion I hit a huge water-filled pothole on 322 in total darkness. Started to pitch forward and to the left into the path of an overtaking car. My left hand came off the brake hood, and my butt came off the saddle. Fortunately, I recovered. As the car passed I could see that the driver had a took of terror on her face.
Pro tip: Don’t use the Sunday paper circulars to line your leg warmers:
Yes. 322 is definitely rideable. But as noted, you can still get to the Sandy Creek trailhead via 208, Nickleville, 38, a short stretch on 322 and then Tarklin Hill Rd. Just adds miles.