Two Bikes Chattanooga Lynne’s Blue Hole Mixed Terrain Ride – Mitchell Connell

Chattanooga, Tennessee, has been spotlighted by The Radavist, showcasing a new mixed-surface route dubbed "Lynne’s Blue Hole Mixed Terrain Ride." Designed by Mitchell Connell of Two Bikes Chattanooga, this route highlights the city's recent designation as North America’s first National Park City. The ride traverses protected bike lanes, urban singletrack, and quiet farm roads, culminating at a natural swimming spot, emphasizing the region's diverse and accessible outdoor recreation.

This initiative arrives as Chattanooga leverages its unique status, awarded in 2024, to promote sustainable tourism and active transport. The "National Park City" designation, while not implying federal parkland, recognizes cities that integrate nature into their urban fabric and encourage outdoor engagement. For cycling, this translates into a growing network of multi-modal paths and mixed-terrain opportunities, appealing to the burgeoning gravel and adventure riding communities seeking accessible, varied landscapes beyond traditional road or mountain biking.

While the "snorkel and sunscreen" suggestion might raise an eyebrow, Connell's route cleverly packages Chattanooga's natural assets into a compelling, accessible cycling experience. It’s a smart play, marrying urban development with outdoor adventure, proving that sometimes, the best routes are those already underfoot, or indeed, under tire.