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Illustrations by Jason Lee
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Bear Mountain
If you’re looking to go the distance, a ride from downtown
to Bear Mountain and back is around 100 miles, with a minimal number of turns. The route runs parallel to the Palisades—just
go right on Hudson Terrace instead of left, then go left on Palisades Parkway, which drops you off on 9W, leading straight to Bear Mountain. What this ride lacks in breathtaking vistas it more than makes up for in diversity of terrain: You’ll ride rolling hills, flats, aching climbs, and teeth-gritting descents. Be sure to make a quick pit stop at the Runcible Spoon in Nyack to refill your water bottles and talk to the incessant swarm of cyclists who are drawn to this small café.
Directions
Approximately 80 miles return trip
1. Cross the George Washington bridge.
2. Turn right on Hudson Terrace, which is the first cross street in Jersey.
3. Turn left at Palisades Ave., which is a T-intersection.
4. Turn right onto Route 9W North. Stay on this all the way to Bear Mountain.
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