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Pedal the Rails with us! Scenic Rail Bike tours in Concord NH on abandoned railroad tracks along the Merrimack River. Book online at scenicrailriders.com.
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lunabuna1
Atkinson, NH25 contributions
Sep 2022 • Couples
We were looking for something different to do that wasn't too far a drive. We would have preferred a bit later into foliage season but there were no spots available. An indication of how popular this activity has become. We went on 9/29. The rail peddler unit for 2 was mostly comfortable and easy to pedal. I only gave this a 4 because I found the seats a bit uncomfortable for the amount of time spent in it. It could use some type of padding and maybe a little more back support. But that's just me.
The staff was very friendly and helpful. The scenery was pretty. Foliage would have made it spectacular. The cows on the farm mooed a greeting. The organic aroma of their droppings could be a problem for some, I suppose. I didn't mind.
All in all, a great afternoon spent outdoors in New England!
The staff was very friendly and helpful. The scenery was pretty. Foliage would have made it spectacular. The cows on the farm mooed a greeting. The organic aroma of their droppings could be a problem for some, I suppose. I didn't mind.
All in all, a great afternoon spent outdoors in New England!
Written October 1, 2022
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Rocky K
United States1 contribution
Sep 2022 • Couples
We had a blast! At age 65 and 62, I was worried that we would run out of energy before finishing, but the ride was not overly taxing (ok, I was a little rubber-legged for a while afterwards). My wife has chronic pulmonary issues, and uses an oxygen concentrator, but was able to pedal the whole way. The scenery was beautiful. Staff were friendly and supportive. We would happily do this again!
Written September 19, 2022
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J t
41 contributions
Jun 2020
I took my husband on this for Father's Day in 2020. The people who worked there were very personable and they immediately made us feel welcomed. We had our own bike (two-person) and there were two breaks where we were able to stretch our legs. We brought snacks and drinks and there was a basket available for us to put our cinch sack while biking. We happened to go on a very hot New England day and they provided large golf umbrellas for us to use to keep the sun off of us.
The scenery, including the dairy farm and old bridges, was lovely! While our time with Scenic Railriders was only two hours, it felt like we spent the entire day out in nature because time really slowed down for us.
I recommend this to anyone who is looking for something new to do, enjoys nature, and might like to unplug for a while.
The scenery, including the dairy farm and old bridges, was lovely! While our time with Scenic Railriders was only two hours, it felt like we spent the entire day out in nature because time really slowed down for us.
I recommend this to anyone who is looking for something new to do, enjoys nature, and might like to unplug for a while.
Written June 21, 2020
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Gary L
1 contribution
Sep 2021
You pay a fortune and do all the work just so some clown can line his pockets. This place is a joke and for the prices he charges it should come with a three course meal. The scenery is unspectacular. Go to any one of the community or State Parks around Concord and keep your money in your pocket.
Written September 12, 2021
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This is obviously a bogus review written by someone I reported to the police after he drove by me while I was standing on the yellow lines holding a stop sign to cross our customers and bikes across the road. He is clearly trying to cyber bully me and my company because I turned him in for running the stop sign and almost hitting me with his car.
I wasn’t going to press charges but since this person has written multiple bogus reviews I’m now going to follow through with charges against him.
Trust the rest of the valid reviews and the fact that we just got voted best tour company by Best of the 603.
Sincerely
Gary LeBlanc (the real one)
Owner Scenic Railriders
Written September 14, 2021
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Lynn P
Concord, NH14 contributions
Jul 2022
The staff is extremely friendly and helpful. I have several joint replacements and I was concerned about pedaling with my new knees. The staff was great helping me adjust the seat to a comfortable pedaling position. This was a very fun way to spend a couple of hours along the river and past some agricultural areas. An ingenious use of some abandoned rails.
Written July 9, 2022
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Joe Cahayla
Northern New Jersey73 contributions
Sep 2020
My wife and I had a really nice time riding the rails and enjoying the scenery. The staff of the this family run business is friendly and helpful. The peddling was pretty easy (even for us 70 year olds) and there was no rush.
The ride took about two hours and there are two spot where you need to get off your vehicle so it can be turned around. When that happens you continue the ride in reverse order, if you were first you are now last.
I highly recommend going at least once.
The ride took about two hours and there are two spot where you need to get off your vehicle so it can be turned around. When that happens you continue the ride in reverse order, if you were first you are now last.
I highly recommend going at least once.
Written September 29, 2020
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BLike2Travel
New Hampshire104 contributions
May 2022 • Friends
We had a great time on this ride. It’s a 2 hour ride and you do need to get on and off a couple of times while they turn the cars around for you, but it’s a fun time. The cars ride really well, so it’s not too strenuous of an activity. Beautiful scenery along the river and farmland.
Written May 29, 2022
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Red-Barchetta2011
Suffield, CT725 contributions
May 2021
Booked a 2:30 tour for 5 of us as break from car ride up tp Lake Winnipesauke. We booked a quad and a double. To stay together as group they can tandem them so one big group. Bikes are easy to peddle especially if you have a 25 year old son with you and he did do most of the work. In reality they ride very nice and easy to peddle. The route was scenic and we had great weather. We never felt rushed. Very well run and would highly recommend it.
Written June 1, 2021
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Pirateslifeforme00
Columbus, OH82 contributions
Oct 2022 • Friends
This was one of the most enjoyable activities we did on our trip to New England. We did a 4 person bike and it was not too strenuous at all. In fact we could have went for longer. The colors on the trees and perfect weather made it the perfect fall afternoon activity. Totally recommend!
Written October 27, 2022
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RosyAshley
225 contributions
Nov 2021 • Family
This was such a neat experience. We had 6 people, they were very organized at putting us together. They left space in between the carts to get good pictures and relax time. The staff was friendly and efficient. I live in Florida but would love to go back again! Thanks for the great time!
Written November 2, 2021
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