And just to say, pedaling a c3 e-bike with a combined loaded weight of close to 300lb up to 28mph, assisted by a motor about the power of a coffee grinder means that in reality you're lucky to ever exceed 20mph around town.
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![Hillsborough T'ship: (908) 369-4313 aferrera@hillsboroughnj.gov
I am a local resident and a regular cyclist who frequently uses Montgomery Road. I am writing to express my strong opposition to the proposed chip sealing of Montgomery Road.
Montgomery Road is one of the area's historic gravel roads and is an important part of the rural character that makes Hillsborough and the surrounding region unique. These roads reflect the agricultural heritage and scenic landscape that residents and visitors alike value and seek to preserve.
In addition, Montgomery Road has long been a cherished route within the local cycling community. Gravel roads such as Montgomery Road are integral to classic area cycling events and rides that attract participants from throughout New Jersey and beyond. The road's existing character contributes to the region's reputation as a destination for cycling and outdoor recreation.
Converting this historic gravel road through chip sealing would permanently alter a distinctive feature of our community and diminish an important aspect of the area's identity. Once these roads are changed, their historic and recreational value cannot easily be restored.
I respectfully urge the Township to preserve Montgomery Road in its current form and consider the long-term cultural, historical, and recreational benefits that this road provides to residents and visitors.
Thank you for your consideration and for your continued service to the residents of Hillsborough Township. I would appreciate having my comments entered into the public record regarding this project.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
Hillsborough Resident](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:pff254qd6fn76jqkn477pgg6/bafkreifuswkupj2j6u2vffp3qf4totliy4jlhgyc27gwgbw2noq5zyn7hq)
![Gravel cycling, gravel biking or gravel grinding[1] is a sport or a leisure activity in which participants ride bicycles on gravel roads or other unpaved surfaces. While often performed on a specially designed gravel bike, any bicycle capable of covering the terrain can be used.
Gravel cycling bridges the gap between road cycling and mountain biking,[2] combining the efficiency of road cycling with the capability to ride on rough and loose terrain of mountain biking. It allows riders more freedom to choose routes than road cycling, without many of the physical and equipment-related barriers of mountain biking.[2] Gravel cycling is nearly as old as cycling itself, with most significant developments in the racing side having occurred in the 20th century. Gravel racing as a discipline has its own global series and world championship.](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:pff254qd6fn76jqkn477pgg6/bafkreifp5ngcob4azw73y7iqfrrzi24d2xpc5w3n3hwwy6scm2tb6qzcke)
