Pain in the Mass, Amherst MA

Pain in the Mass bicycle ride

THE PAIN in the MASS TOUR  was designed to help support The Tyler Foundation and the families affected by epilepsy.

Cycling around Mt. Greylock

Mount Greylock is the highest mountain in Massachusetts. In addition to the incredible ride over the mountain there is an easier counterclockwise loop around the mountain beginning from the same location at the Williamstown Public Library. Taking back roads through North Adams to Adams, where you'll be on the beautiful Ashuwilticook Rail Trail for a… Continue reading Cycling around Mt. Greylock

Berkshire Cycle Touring

This scenic self-guided week-long tour of the popular Berkshires in western Massachusetts takes you into neighboring Connecticut, Vermont and New York State. These routes begin from the Windflower Inn in Great Barrington, MA and two nights at the Maple Terrace Motel in Williamstown, MA. Daily Ride options are 30-45 miles, with a nice mixture of… Continue reading Berkshire Cycle Touring

Mount Greylock climb

Mount Greylock  at 3491 ft. is the tallest mountain in Massachusetts.. Notch Road from North Adams is the steeper of the two paved roads to the summit, with hairpin turns and some very steep sections in the first half of the climb. I prefer cycling from Williamstown to Lanesborough, then taking the 10 mile ascent on… Continue reading Mount Greylock climb

2012 Mass Bike Pike Tour

Lenox to North Adams

The 2012 Mass Bike Pike Tour is a four day loop, starting in Great Barrington, heading through New York State to North Adams MA, south to Lenox and returning to Great Barrington on the fourth day with some challenging rides. Day 1: Great Barrington to New Lebanon, NY Route at RideWithGPS View and print cue… Continue reading 2012 Mass Bike Pike Tour