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roc

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I will be in Boston for a week starting this Sunday. Are there any spots within 20-30 minutes of Copley Square?

I don't want anything more technical than Lewis Morris. Anybody have any suggestions? Or suggestions for a hike?
 
There are a couple of spots right outside of Boston that are pretty good, but the terrain there is generally more technical than LM. My go-to is Middlesex Fells Reservation which is just North of the City. The trails are well marked and are a pretty good mix of terrain (some more technical, but definitely worth a go). I also rode Hale Education to the SW of the City, which was recommended by a local, as it leans more XC than most other parks. It was fun & definitely easier, but with the vast number of intersecting trails give yourself some more time to factor in getting lost.

I also tried Lynn Woods and would like to hear about some other parks for the next time I head up there for work.
 
Middlesex Fells is going to be the park that fits your needs here.

Lynn Woods is going to be the park that absolutely does not fit your needs.
 
Norm said:
Middlesex Fells is going to be the park that fits your needs here.

Lynn Woods is going to be the park that absolutely does not fit your needs.
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Thanks, I don't like to ride technical places by myself.

Although, I do go to ringwood solo?
 
Lynn Woods is to Ringwood what Jungle Habitat is to Six Mile.

There are spots in Lynn Woods where you could fall and easily break your spine in 500 places. It was a miserable experience riding there solo. I believe it is best to ride with someone there for a) safety but also b) to know what lines make sense.
 
Norm said:
Lynn Woods is to Ringwood what Jungle Habitat is to Six Mile.

There are spots in Lynn Woods where you could fall and easily break your spine in 500 places. It was a miserable experience riding there solo. I believe it is best to ride with someone there for a) safety but also b) to know what lines make sense.
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Yup, I'll pass. I like riding without getting hurt.
 
Norm said:
Lynn Woods is to Ringwood what Jungle Habitat is to Six Mile.

There are spots in Lynn Woods where you could fall and easily break your spine in 500 places. It was a miserable experience riding there solo. I believe it is best to ride with someone there for a) safety but also b) to know what lines make sense.
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I think we could use a "Mountain Biker's Guide to the Galaxy (by Norm)" based on your brutally honest reviews. Love it!
 
massasoit state park is like 45 minutes south of that location, definitely worth the trip. and I know a guy who is a local rider I can hook you up with for a good tour like 20 mile
 
roc said:
I will be in Boston for a week starting this Sunday. Are there any spots within 20-30 minutes of Copley Square?

I don't want anything more technical than Lewis Morris. Anybody have any suggestions? Or suggestions for a hike?
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Are you driving to Boston? If so check out Crandall on your way there (or on the way back), it’s right off 84 in Tolland. Great singletrack, no more technical than Nassau. Red circle area first, then blue if you still have some legs.
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