Amish farmers, bluegrass music, Elvis memorabilia, reminders of the War Between The States--the roots of America grow deep in the Appalachians. With Motorcycle Journeys Through the Appalachians by Dale Coyner, you can explore the scenic mountain vistas and bucolic valleys of a part of the country that's historically rich, culturally diverse, and laced with enticing roads. 
This book lays out 35 day-long routes through Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, and the Carolinas, all the while offering local lore, useful advice, and easy-to-follow directions from an author who can trace his Appalachian roots back several generations. Coyner's affection for his native region is obvious in every chapter: his lyrical descriptions of the best roads lead to lovingly detailed depictions of ancient caverns, covered bridges, rolling farm country, Civil War battlefields, and presidents' homes. 
Whether you're looking for living history or simply trying to find a glass-smooth, perfectly banked road, Coyner will point the way. You'll visit the cottage of Confederate spy Belle Boyd; get lost on scenic Virginia Route 231; pay homage to the Harley-Davidson Motor Company at its factory in York, Pennsylvania; loop through the mountain passes of the Blue Ridge Parkway; and find out why you shouldn't take anything about West Virginia for granted. You'll also chuckle at Coyner's descriptions of good ol' boys and marvel at his nuggets of historical lore. 
Detailed maps make navigation a breeze, while an appendix of local motorcycle dealers is insurance against a breakdown. Along the way, Coyner also points out the region's most rider-friendly restaurants, hotels, and campgrounds, ranging from bare-bones accommodations to spoil-yourself luxury.

Motorcycle Journeys Through the Appalachians

Engineering & Transportation

Dale Coyner

Automotive

Whitehorse Press

This book lays out 35 day-long routes through mountains and valleys of Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, North Carolina and Tennessee, plus an ideal north-south through route. Coyner's affection for the region is clear in his lyrical descriptions of the best roads to ancient caverns, covered bridges, rolling farm country, Civil War battlefields and president's homes. Includes coverage of the famed Skyline Drive and Blue Ridge Parkway, and features up-to-date suggestions for restaurants and lodging along each of the routes.

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Motorcycle Journeys Through the Appalachians

Motorcycle Journeys Through The Appalachians - 2nd Edition (Motorcycle Journeys)