Interstate 87: The Adirondack Northway
AdirondackNorthway.net : AdkI87.comThe Fastest Site of NYRoutes.com from February, 2005
From US 20 in Albany, NY to Quebec, Canada
Also, the Adk High Peaks and Lakes Placid & Champlain
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Interstate 87: The Adirondack NorthwayAdirondackNorthway.net : AdkI87.comThe Fastest Site of NYRoutes.com from February, 2005 From US 20 in Albany, NY to Quebec, Canada Also, the Adk High Peaks and Lakes Placid & Champlain |
XC skiing is the best way to travel in the snow. It's also called Nordic after it's Scandanavian origins. I started in the 70's with waxable wood skis, bamboo poles & 3 pin toe bindings. Today's skis & poles are made of fiberglass or graphite, are non-wax and work well, have "D" type step-in bindings and other space age improvements. Makes me feel old! But this Xmas I got a new pair of waxable skis with 3 pin hd bindings. This has been a terrible winter mostly, though it started out good, but just yesterday 3/5, there was over 2' of snow in the woods in Speculator.
Licensed guides, professionals, are there to escort the neophyte into the trackless, snowbound wilderness areas. With -25F temperatures and 10' of snow possible, think pro if you're a novice! They often throw rental skis in with the deal. There is nothing like being in a snow filled spruce forest, on a bright winter afternoon, with only you and your party; just like a beautiful X-Mas card but real.
Caution: Think hypothermia. Wear wool, it will always be warm. Bring back-up sweater, blanket, socks, hat and mitts. Bring some food like candy bars or canned lunch meats: sugar and fats will keep you warm. Carry lighters and fire starters. Carry cell phone and gps, or at least a compass and a topo map. Don't go it alone. More is safer! Bring binding small parts just in case.
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Places to Ski | |
Exit 29, North HudsonThe town trails in and around old Frontier Town. Pretty easy, but near the Northway. They are also mountain bike trails in warmer weather. |
Lake Placid
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Gear | |
The Mountaineer of Keene ValleyPurveyors of Fine Outdoor and Mountaineering Equipment Since 1975Webmeister recommended, they're pro! NY 73, Keene Valley, in the High Peaks Phone: 518-576-2281 | |