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BIKING
The quintessential outdoor activity
BIKE RENTAL SHOPS abound in every resort offering styles for men, women and children. A great choice for families with little ones is a surrey for a leisurely ride around town. Not feeling so energetic? Maybe it’s electric bike time. People who have tried one sum up the experience with “it’s fun!” Rent for a half day or a full day. What’s not to like?
Next, it’s where to ride: bike trails, boardwalks, promenades or quiet country roads. The Atlantic County Bikeway is a paved trail that runs straight and flat, a relaxing escape for recreational or serious cyclists with benches. www.aclink.org
Cape May’s 8.9-mile Middle Township Bike Path and 2.7-mile Cold Spring Bike Path were
connected several years ago. Begin at Sandman Boulevard in Lower Township, connect with the Middle Township Bike Path and end up at the Cape May County Park & Zoo.
In the Wildwoods enjoy a scenic, leisurely 12-mile round-trip route with plenty of fresh air and breathtaking views starting at the far southern end of the island along the Dunes Bike Path in Wildwood Crest. Travel along the path up onto the Wildwoods’ 2.5-mile Boardwalk, and through North Wildwood’s Muhlbury Bike Path to the North Wildwood Sea Wall. www.WildwoodsNJ.com
The Somers Point to Pleasantville Bike Path
begins at the municipal building and heads north through Linwood, Northfield and Pleasantville. www.aclink.org
The Ocean City Bikeway stretches from 9th to 34th streets and there’s a designated bike lane on West Avenue from 32nd Street south. www.bikeOCNJ.org
Many towns have designated bike lanes on major roadways to help bikers enjoy the ride and be safe. For additional information about bike paths: www.TrailLink.com G