Ride Summary:
Tons of single track.
Trail Description:
Sweet velvety smooth rolling singletrack that circling the lake. Was named one of America's 10 best trails in the May '93 issue of Bicycling.
How to get there:
Located off Rt. 183 just north of Reading, PA.
Additional Notes:
Call 610-376-6337 for a color brochure and maps.
| Posted by: DaveP on 10/2/2009 |
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Unless I missed something, Blue Marsh is very flat, wide and basic riding. Not tech. by any means. The long loop takes a very long time to ride and is a good workout, but there is nothing challanging here.
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| Posted by: harvey on 7/16/2009 |
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This was my first every mountain bike ride, I am a roadie and though I am in good shape it was a heck of a work out and not easy by any means. It was technical for me as I have never riden before but I am sure riders of all levels will get enjoyment from it. Newbies just be careful of the steep decents lots of roots to throw you off if your not adept to picking a good line.
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| Posted by: Jason on 5/16/2009 |
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Very nice, safe ride. You will find this is a great day trip. I suggest going on a rainy day due to less people on the trail. If you raced this in less than an hour you missed most of the ~30mi loop unless your on a dirt bike ( dirt bikes not permitted ) Good Luck!
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| Posted by: kevin on 10/29/2008 |
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this is a great trail but kinda boring to me cause its so smooth but any one who likes a smoth ride and lots of hills its a 5 star trail if your looking for a rocky insane trail look up bear creak ski resort trails, in the begining of october i raced at blue marh and got 3rd in 43 min and i also raced at bear creek three weeks b4 and got second at 53 min
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| Posted by: peeler on 8/31/2007 |
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I give it a 4 cause it's a long, boring grind. No tech sectons, some great scenery, a couple short but fun downhills. Its just a long endurance ride, a great training ride or afternoon getaway. Its 30 solid miles and some of the climbs are brutal, it will definitely test you, so be in shape! Ive done it on singlespeed twice. I completed the 30 miles in 3hrs and 15 minutes, not counting the 20 mins or so I had to stop and breathe. Its a beautiful place! No cell signal so bring a friend. Start out in the parking lot where the lock and dam are located, rail head is opposite the lot you can ride right over the dam.
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| Posted by: humbled on 7/1/2007 |
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First visit today. Did the entire loop and my ass is whooped! Entire loop is pristine for biking and I highly reccomend a visit to anyone who is into physical fitness. I will return!
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| Posted by: Pomori on 11/18/2006 |
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Nice long endurance ride. Not very technical, but you will need your energy to do the 22.5 miles with all those hills. As mentioned before, it ain't no joke, so bring your water and then some extra. You will need some energy food too if you plan to do the whole loop. Go with a few friends so you don't get fouled up with the trail markers and in case you need repairs.
Great ride-- be in shape before you go.
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| Posted by: m.r.2 on 10/18/2006 |
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Just rode it this week. Dont be fooled by some desciptions, starting from stilling basin going clock wise around is not for the novice. Better be in good shape and ready for lots of hills. Great ride! Definitely worth it. Oh, did I fail to mention the hunters? Yeah it is that time of year and there were tons of them. Any how, I thought I was in good shape until I went 30 on this trail. That said I am ready for round 2.
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| Posted by: TaTonka on 10/11/2006 |
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Great trail but bring plenty of water and watch for the trail markers( Two Tone Ha) My buddy got lost a few times. Great ride!!
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| Posted by: Mario on 8/18/2006 |
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this trail is not a joke, neither for 1st timers....if you start too fast , bad news is very long and is gonna take a toll in your water suplly
but overall is a great trail, be carefull with the snakes , on the summer time they are in the rivers, so watch out
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