Between the Lines
Total Distance: 29.3
miles Elevation
Gain: 1704 feet
Degree of Difficulty
Index: 1704' / 29.3 mi =
58.16 ft/mi Terrain: Hilly
Killer Hills: Several
short ones
Geographic Region: Southwest
but on the border of South Central
City/Town: Middletown
Starting Location: I-91
Exit 20 CPL, Middletown
Ride Description: The
ride covers mostly rolling terrain with several short, steep, challenging
hills. One series of these hills
is well worth the effort in that there is an awesome view of central
Connecticut (mile 8.0). The route follows mostly rural roads through the
outskirts of Meriden, East Berlin, and Cromwell, as well as western
Middletown. There are a couple convenience stores and a pizza shop along the
route where you may be able to purchase a sandwich. However, it may be best to bring lunch. Snacks may be purchased at one of the
small convenience stores along the way.
Very early bail-out: At mile 5.7 continue straight on
Country Club Road for 0.8 mile to starting CPL on right.
Another bail-out: At mile 21.0 continue straight on
Middle Street for 1.0 mile to the starting CPL.
Note: The ride can be shortened slightly. At mile 27.1; the
starting CPL is on the left just after the entrance ramp to I-91 south.
Facilities:
Mile
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Facility
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9.3
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Convenience
store on left; Pizza Restaurant, Diner (closes at 2:00) and Berlin Bike
Shop on right
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18.9
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East
Berlin: deli/convenience store
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25.4
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Convenience
store on right on East Street (Route 217)
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www.ctbikeroutes.org
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