Most extreme cyclists who might attempt crossing the United States by bicycle think they are kind of tough and yet once they get going we find out how tough we really are. May I recommend that you put your peddling where your mouth is and make this leg of the trek across America in one-day; Why only one day? Well because you can and because there are not so many choices for accommodations along the way.
The route its self is easy enough to negotiate; you basically stay on Highway 76 through to Dalton, GA and continue on Highway 76 thru all the Forest and State Parks. Yes it is very scenic so get a sunrise start to catch it all and take it all in.
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