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ADK Talks
Two Wheels, Six Million Acres: An Insider's Guide to Cycling the Adirondacks
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Doug Haney of BikeADK joins ADK Talks to share why the Adirondacks may be one of the Northeast’s best places to ride.
From gravel roads and quiet backroads to the fully opened Adirondack Rail Trail, Doug makes the case that cycling in the Park is not just for hardcore riders. Whether you’re dusting off an old bike, planning a weekend ride, or curious about e-bikes, there’s a route, event, or trail that can help you experience the Adirondacks at the perfect pace.
Doug also shares the story behind BikeADK, a Saranac Lake-based bicycle tourism company built around events, tours, shuttles, and community partnerships. Since 2019, BikeADK has helped riders explore the Park while raising money for nonprofits and local organizations that support the Adirondack landscape.
What you’ll hear in this episode.
- Why the Adirondack Rail Trail is a great starting point for casual cyclists, families, e-bike riders, and anyone getting back on a bike.
- How BikeADK events like Bike the Barns and Ride for the River combine scenic rides with local food, farms, conservation, and community impact.
- Doug’s favorite base camp for Adirondack cycling, plus why Saranac Lake is such a strong hub for rail trail, gravel, road, and mountain bike adventures.
- Gear advice for a better ride, including comfort, lights, repair kits, and what to know before heading into stretches with limited cell service.
- Mountain biking, road safety, e-bikes, Whiteface climbs, and Doug’s best advice for motorists sharing Adirondack roads with cyclists.
Resources:
- BikeADK
- Adirondack Rail Trail
- Best Cycling in the Adirondacks
- Bike the Barns
- Whiteface Veterans’ Memorial Highway
- Paul Smith’s Visitor Interpretive Center
- Ultimate Guide to the Adirondacks
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