Road Biking™ Utah; A Guide to the State's Best Bike Rides

Readers will find detailed descriptions and maps of forty of the best bicycle rides in Utah, from easy afternoon jaunts to multi-day tours. Elevation profiles, recommendations for accommodations and restaurants, information on local events and attractions, and special attention to traffic conditions and road hazards make this an indispensable guide for Utah cyclists. *** Spring 2010 brings three new titles to FalconGuides'Road BikingSeriesto Illinois, Ohio, and Utah. Presenting a choice selection of approximately forty carefully designed rides throughout their state, local cyclists provide a personal tour of all the beauty and diversity the routes have to offer. They highlight not only the unique features of the roads themselves but also of the people, the ecology, and the history of the area. Each book includes: Detailed maps and directions Rides for every fitness level and ability--from short, easy rambles of around 10 miles to more challenging 100+ mile classics In-depth information about each ride, including length, terrain, traffic conditions, and road hazards Recommended accommodations and restaurants Vivid descriptions of points of interest Options to create longer or shorter rides

Wayne Cottrell is a former longtime resident of Utah who actively participated in the state’s road bike racing and duathlon scene. One highlight of his Utah cycling days was his participation in the 1996 Olympic torch relay, featured in an issue of Cycling Utah.