Routes / Re: Review of OTET (Ohio to Erie Trail)
« on: November 06, 2024, 10:06:18 am »"
"This link should work. Let me know if there are any issues with it.
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46624341?fbclid=IwY2xjawGWKUJleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHR43RMEwflbRg2GNlDACxqnrhFy1eBWKT3YBT60D6rECpj8ZmXsA_PQbLw_aem_lYK8idU9q6Yezy12DiRmLA
Thanks Ty- I just took a look at it:
Existing route is 8.2 miles to Killbuck with +393 ft / -326 feet of climbing
The route using CR25 is 9.8 mi +689 ft / -615 ft.
It also has a fairly steep climb at either end. I'm sure they chose to use the existing route due to the extra climbing. When I look at the OTET Facebook page there are many riders very concerned about the climbing required out of Holmesville and I'm sure most would choose to ride the lesser climb with a loaded bike. But I agree, it would be nice to know this option was there if there is less traffic. Thanks for the input!
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I guess it depends where you live. Lived in Colorado for a number of years so personally anything less than 1,000 feet of climbing is minor to me. The rolling hills of Amish country which OTET passes through was pretty flat compared to where I lived for several years.