Following the Tow-Path and Through the Adirondacks Awheel

By Allan Eric and the "Junior Partner"189810 chapters18 images

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Contents

• Chapter I (opens in a new tab)

  The two cyclists depart Albany by rail and begin their tour awheel through the Mohawk Valley toward the Adirondacks.
• Chapter II (opens in a new tab)

  Early riding along the Erie Canal tow-path, encountering canal boats, lock-keepers, and curious roadside scenes.
• Chapter III: Canal Locks and How Operated (opens in a new tab)

  Describes canal lock mechanics, a puncture repair under pressure, and the switch from tow-path to turnpike through Amsterdam.
• Chapter IV: Penda to Spraker's (opens in a new tab)

  Continuing along the Mohawk valley, stopping at Palatine Bridge where a tyre requires attention.
• Chapter V: East Canada Creek (opens in a new tab)

  A scenic stretch past Chauncy Jerome's Tavern and historical Mohawk Valley landmarks.
• Chapter VI: Back to Schenectady (opens in a new tab)

  A return leg to Schenectady for dinner, then on to the aqueduct carrying the canal over the Mohawk River.
• Chapter VII (opens in a new tab)

  Continuing northward toward the Adirondack lake region through changing terrain and weather.
• Chapter VIII: We Leave Lake George (opens in a new tab)

  Departing Lake George after repairs, riding to Bolton and deliberating over the onward route.
• Chapter IX (opens in a new tab)

  Navigating the Adirondack back-roads, tackling sand and rough tracks toward Lake Champlain.
• Chapter X: Over Vermont Roads (opens in a new tab)

  Crossing into Vermont, with the Green Mountains in sight and improved roads offering welcome relief.