Greg Lemond, working with renowned sports journalist Claude Droussent, has authored Cycling Atlas North America: The 350 Most Beautiful Cycling Routes in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. Lemond, as the ONLY American winner of the Tour de France (three times no less), needs no introduction here. Droussent was editor-in-chief of leading French sports magazines L’Équipe and Vélo.
The new book presents 350 carefully curated cycling itineraries in the United States, Canada, and Mexico featuring maps, technical details, tourist information, not-to-be-missed scenic highlights, and cycling hacks and tips.
Based upon information drawn from users of the Strava app, the most knowledgeable and expert cycling community in the world, these routes are the “best” – balancing cycling level, scenic beauty, points of interest, iconic sites to visit — even must-visit bike shops.
The routes selected by LeMond focus on quieter roads—including dirt and gravel roads—that get cyclists off the beaten track. Organized into seven regional sections covering the entire continent, the book includes some “off the mainland” routes in Hawaii and the Caribbean for good measure. For those with time and a spirit of adventure, routes can be connected for a continuous, coast-to-coast trip.
Featuring majestic scenery and dramatic panoramas, these carefully selected tours represent the most beautiful places to pedal throughout North America for both seasoned and novice cyclists and will be an invaluable resource when planning your next cycling challenge.
Ron is the chief cook and bottlewasher at Bike World News, doing everything from website design to bike reviews.
Websites:
Bike World News
Ron’s Bike Garage
Current Bike Quiver:
Bird Bikes Zero 29 29″ hardtail mountain bike
Commencal Absolut 26″ Dirt Jump/Pump Track bike
Commencal Tempo 29″ full suspension mountain bike
Felt ZA 700c race bike
Kona Kilauea vintage 26″ mountain bike
Niner RLT9 700c road/gravel bike
Specialized Stumpjumper vintage 26″ mountain bike
Day Job: Digital Marketing
Night Job: Digital Marketing, eCommerce Consultant, Web Consultant, Bike Shop Operator, Husband, Dad, Tenor
Discover more from Bike World News
Subscribe to get the latest posts sent to your email.