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4.14 out of 5 Rider Rating 4.14
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By Guest (0 McR Points) on Dec 01, 2008

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Guest
June 27, 2009
If you have taken this ride, you went past my…
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March 8, 2009
This was a leg of out 2008 VA Beach ride and it…
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Na My name is Bill Belei, and I joined the military back in 1986 and served for over 25 years until I retired in 2011. Over those years, I moved 13 times and put a lot of miles on motorcycles exploring different parts of the country and finding out firsthand the diversity of our country's roads and scenery.

Scenery

This route takes you along some beautiful and windy mountain scenery boarding WV and slightly touching Maryland as the elevation climbs and the air cools. Great views of WV mountain tops, old train cabooses, souvenir shops, wind mills, and a short detour will have you viewing one of the countries smallest churches and the beautiful BlackWater Falls. This is one of my favorite West Virginia rides but whether on RT 50 or one of our more southern roads, I highly recommend our scenic "Mountain State" for your next weekend (or longer) bike trip.

Road Quality: 3

This is a typical two lane paved road for the mountain state but the switchbacks and twisty turns make it a pleasure to spend a few hours enjoying fresh mountain air.

Roadside Amenities:: 2

You won't find a whole lot of bathroom breaks or rest stops on this mountainous stretch but the few stops you will want to hit are a nice variety. Fairly early on you will be presented with a 'caboose graveyard' and souvenir shop which has wonderful food in their restaurant. Also on the trip you may want to visit the historic WV School for the Deaf and Blind in Romney, or take a fairly short detour and spend the night at Canaan Valley Resort or Black Water falls. You will also find several small towns closer to the Virginia end of this trip with typical fast food fair. Don't miss a chance to try some of the 'mom and pop' dining opportunities that present themselves along the way.

Drive Enjoyment

Na My name is Bill Belei, and I joined the military back in 1986 and served for over 25 years until I retired in 2011. Over those years, I moved 13 times and put a lot of miles on motorcycles exploring different parts of the country and finding out firsthand the diversity of our country's roads and scenery.

Tourism Opportunities

Na My name is Bill Belei, and I joined the military back in 1986 and served for over 25 years until I retired in 2011. Over those years, I moved 13 times and put a lot of miles on motorcycles exploring different parts of the country and finding out firsthand the diversity of our country's roads and scenery.

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Guest
June 27, 2009
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Motorcycle Type : Cruiser
If you have taken this ride, you went past my house! I actually live on Rt. 50 at the Joyce Street exit in Clarksburg, WV. My wife and I drive Rt. 50 literally everyday. Most our "rode trips" start out on Rt 50. We have traveled the road from Parkersburg, WV to Winchester, Va.Beautiful scenery, nice roads, good curves, lots of places to pull over and enjoy the view. Highly recommend for traveling E-W. rpratt@ma.rr.com
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March 8, 2009
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This was a leg of out 2008 VA Beach ride and it was not known when we left just how much there was to see. Awsom ride. If I can find the pics I will send them in. Now I know why the slogan is "Almost heaven"
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March 13, 2011
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Motorcycle Type : Touring
I grew up in Romney, WV. I've ridden eastbound and westbound up and down RT 50 all my life. It ranks right up there with any other road I've been on. The "Allegheny Front" with its hairpins and switchbacks are thrilling. However, for the novice they also can be dangerous. Watch for the big rigs; they sometimes take the entire road.
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