FLCC> advice on mountain biking

[Brenda Smith]

Andrew,

I don't know that you'd find something in Ithaca, specifically, that
would keep you busy for 5-7 days.  The two biggest spots are Shindagin
Hollow and Hammond Hill, but they may only keep you busy for a day, at
most.  There is certainly enough to keep you busy for several days
within an hour's drive of Ithaca, though, if you're able to do that.
There are spots in Binghamton, Newark Valley, Syracuse, and out toward
Rochester that are very popular.  I've heard that there is a really
good section of the Finger Lakes Trail (about the only part of it open
to mountain biking) in Letchworth State Park, although I think that is
geared toward more advanced mtn bikers.  I suggest you check out
http://www.cycle-cny.com and check through the forums for ideas.
There is also a section on the website that lists various areas with
trails in the area, gives some descriptions of them, and also ranks
them.

HTH,
Brenda

On 5/16/07, Andrew Chadeayne <chadeayne at alumni.princeton.edu> wrote:
> Hi all:
>
> My friend and I are planning a mountain biking trip late this summer and I
> seek advice regarding a venue for this trip.  Ithaca has actually crossed my mind as a venue as well.
>
> I'd appreciate any guidance that you all might offer.
>
> Thanks in advance.
>
> Best,
> Andrew