Helmets?
- + Do you have to have a helmet to ride on the Kay Trail?
Discussion started 06/03/2007 09:46 PM by Kenny - 3 replies (last reply by Trek Biker at 06/04/2007 10:53 PM)Kenny from St Elizabeth on 06/03/2007 09:46 PM
Do you have to have a helmet to ride on the Kay Trail?
ss5 from Saint Louis on 06/04/2007 06:43 AM
I believe that the only time a helmet is required on the Katy is for people who participate on the DNR ride, which they do require a helmet. I don't believe there is a state law in Missouri requiring bicycle helmets anywhere, even on roads. However, I always wear one when biking on streets, and take it off when I am on a flat trail like the Katy.
Norm from Raymore, MO on 06/04/2007 09:51 PM
I know a man who was riding his bike without a helmet on a city street, when he unknowingly made a slight turn on some sand and went sprawling to the ground. He was knocked unconsious and woke up with a passerby helping him into her van, then taking him to the hospital. This experience made a believer out of him and he went out and bought helmets for his whole family. It's a shame that some have to go through the bad experience to learn of helmets usefulness. I have never taken a serious fall in 20 years of bicycling on streets and trails but I always wear my helmet because if I do fall, and injure myself I'd like to be awake and aware of my condition. And if I'm alone there is no one to call for help. These are just my thoughts.
Trek Biker on 06/04/2007 10:53 PM
Interesting Norm....I think I'll risk it if there are women in vans out there pickin people up. lol
Rocheport: Katy Bed & Bikefest
- + I can't say enough about Katy Bed & Bikefest Carriage House. Fabulous. Perfect for four women who like to laugh out loud, or for a family with a few kids. It's a bit of a hike up the steps, but well w...
Discussion started 06/04/2007 01:49 PM by biking beginner - 0 repliesbiking beginner on 06/04/2007 01:49 PM
I can't say enough about Katy Bed & Bikefest Carriage House. Fabulous. Perfect for four women who like to laugh out loud, or for a family with a few kids. It's a bit of a hike up the steps, but well worth it. Definitely the place to be for an overnight stay in the cute hamlet of Rocheport.
We'll be back, and we'll do the Mighty Mo canoe trip, for sure.
bike shop in Hartsburg?
- + I was reading the Katy Trail Guide book to familiarize myself with the services along the trail. The book says there is the Cycle Depot in Hartsburg but the website does not list it. Does anyone know?...
Discussion started 06/03/2007 11:21 PM by cc - 1 reply (last reply by Nails at 06/04/2007 06:10 AM)cc from olathe on 06/03/2007 11:21 PM
I was reading the Katy Trail Guide book to familiarize myself with the services along the trail. The book says there is the Cycle Depot in Hartsburg but the website does not list it. Does anyone know?
I plan to ride the trail the week of June 11, is the trail still effected by the flooding?
Nails on 06/04/2007 06:10 AM
They've moved to much higher ground. In Jefferson City on the other side of the river.
http://www.hartsburgcycledepot.com/
Summit Lake Winery (Hartsburg)
- + We took a break here last week and ended up on the 6 o'clock news after being interviewed about the flooding. (My 2 minutes of fame!!) We tasted some wine and ended up riding back to Jeff City with a ...
Discussion started 05/18/2007 08:36 AM by Susan - 1 reply (last reply by cc at 06/03/2007 11:23 PM)Susan from Manhattan, KS on 05/18/2007 08:36 AM
We took a break here last week and ended up on the 6 o'clock news after being interviewed about the flooding. (My 2 minutes of fame!!) We tasted some wine and ended up riding back to Jeff City with a wine bottle where my water bottle used to be (FYI...it's a perfect fit)
Susan from Manhattan, KS on 05/18/2007 08:36 AM
We took a break here last week and ended up on the 6 o'clock news after being interviewed about the flooding. (My 2 minutes of fame!!) We tasted some wine and ended up riding back to Jeff City with a wine bottle where my water bottle used to be (FYI...it's a perfect fit)
cc from olathe on 06/03/2007 11:23 PM
Thanks for the FYI on the wine bottle...I often wondered where I would put that wine bottle if I really wanted it bad enough.
cc from olathe on 06/03/2007 11:23 PM
Thanks for the FYI on the wine bottle...I often wondered where I would put that wine bottle if I really wanted it bad enough.
Camera found near Green Ridge
- + My friends and I were riding on Thursday near Green Ridge and found a camera on the trail. Was wondering if anyone was missing it???
Discussion started 06/03/2007 03:48 PM by RA - 0 repliesRA from Bolivar, MO on 06/03/2007 03:48 PM
My friends and I were riding on Thursday near Green Ridge and found a camera on the trail. Was wondering if anyone was missing it???
Marthasville Community Center Park
- + Has anyone camped lately at the Marthasville Community Center Park? I've been trying to contact Don Sherman, but haven't had any luck. We have a group of 20 looking for a place to camp near Marthasv...
Discussion started 06/02/2007 05:40 PM by Troop 98 - 1 reply (last reply by DougK at 06/03/2007 08:08 AM)Troop 98 from South Kansas City on 06/02/2007 05:40 PM
Has anyone camped lately at the Marthasville Community Center Park? I've been trying to contact Don Sherman, but haven't had any luck. We have a group of 20 looking for a place to camp near Marthasville in July. thanks for any info
DougK from Troy on 06/03/2007 08:08 AM
Keep trying to contact him. The park is really nice and is a great place to camp. Little League season is upon us so you might have to wait until late evening to set up. Anyway, great place, super people.
Heavy rain cautions?
- + I will be riding the trail from Sedalia to Herman. I have read of washouts, etc. Knowing
these may change based upon the weather, where do you recommend, if it rains, to be
more aware of the t...
Discussion started 06/02/2007 04:59 PM by Belinda - 1 reply (last reply by MAH at 06/02/2007 06:17 PM)Belinda from Olathe on 06/02/2007 04:59 PM
I will be riding the trail from Sedalia to Herman. I have read of washouts, etc. Knowing
these may change based upon the weather, where do you recommend, if it rains, to be
more aware of the trail conditions on short notice?
I wil be with a friend and will take necessary gear in case of flats, etc. but still would like
to know if rain affects certain areas more quickly than others such as flooding, soft spots,
washouts, etc.
Thanks to anyone who has info about possible trouble areas which could be of concern to
us during or shortly after a rain storm.
Happy riding to all!!!
MAH from Blue Springs, MO on 06/02/2007 06:17 PM
Got a ride in last week and between Beamen (just east of Sedalia) to Boonville there were no trail issues. Between Boonville and Rocheport was fine except for the last 2 or so miles before Rocheport...was pretty rough at that time from flooding waters. Rocheport down to Cooper's landing was fine but looked like it was starting to get rough there. Spoke to a biker who said that Between Cooper's Landing and Hartsburg had some pretty rough wash out spots. With the DNR ride coming up in 2 weeks, I imagine they are working pretty hard to get the trail back in shape.
Katy Trail
- + just be careful going through those tunnels. They're real low. If you go to the very end of that trail in Columbia there's a little mom and pop restaurant that serves a hefty breakfast.
Discussion started 06/02/2007 02:22 AM by howard hughes blues - 0 replieshoward hughes blues from kc on 06/02/2007 02:22 AM
just be careful going through those tunnels. They're real low. If you go to the very end of that trail in Columbia there's a little mom and pop restaurant that serves a hefty breakfast.
Sedalia to Clifton City
- + My thru-hike for the whole trail has been moved up to departing on the fourth. I had transportation lined up from CC to Sedalia and back to CC the next day. My plans fell through, welcome to my world....
Discussion started 06/01/2007 11:20 AM by DougK - 1 reply (last reply by GC at 06/01/2007 05:14 PM)DougK from Troy on 06/01/2007 11:20 AM
My thru-hike for the whole trail has been moved up to departing on the fourth. I had transportation lined up from CC to Sedalia and back to CC the next day. My plans fell through, welcome to my world. B&L is booked that day, any other ideas? I could hike from Sedalia to Pilot Grove but am curious about alternatives.
GC from Columbia, Mo. on 06/01/2007 05:14 PM
I did the Sedalia to Pilot Grove stretch in one day last September. It's quite a hike. Carry lots of water if you do
Greg
Here we go!
- + I had to make a change in my plans and will leave Clinton on Monday the fourth. Wish me luck and please don't hit the guy in the yellow hat!!!!
Discussion started 06/01/2007 02:13 PM by DougK - 1 reply (last reply by GC at 06/01/2007 05:13 PM)DougK from Troy on 06/01/2007 02:13 PM
I had to make a change in my plans and will leave Clinton on Monday the fourth. Wish me luck and please don't hit the guy in the yellow hat!!!!
GC from Columbia, Mo. on 06/01/2007 05:13 PM
Good Luck, Doug!
When are you going to be in the Mid-Mo area? I might see you on the trail? I need to get the cobwebs off so I can finish my hike in the second week of July.
Good Luck again!!
Greg
Creasons Katy Trail Shuttle Services (Sedalia)
- + Is it possible to get a shuttle from Sedalia back to Jeff City if we park at Jefferson City?
Discussion started 06/01/2007 12:04 PM by becky - 1 reply (last reply by Jim Clem at 06/01/2007 05:10 PM)becky from rogers arkansas on 06/01/2007 12:04 PM
Is it possible to get a shuttle from Sedalia back to Jeff City if we park at Jefferson City?
becky from rogers arkansas on 06/01/2007 12:04 PM
Is it possible to get a shuttle from Sedalia back to Jeff City if we park at Jefferson City?
Jim Clem from Alpine, Ca. on 06/01/2007 05:10 PM
We used Gary Creason to shuttle use (Creason's Shuttle Service 573-694-2027)-good rates, and he will pick you up and drop you off anywhere.
Jim Clem from Alpine, Ca. on 06/01/2007 05:10 PM
We used Gary Creason to shuttle use (Creason's Shuttle Service 573-694-2027)-good rates, and he will pick you up and drop you off anywhere.
just curious - what is the farthest you've ridden in one day?
- + I'm just wondering how many miles others ride in one day. I usually go out on the weekend for a good 2-3 hour ride. I think the most I've ridden in one day is 50 miles (took more than 3 hours)...but...
Discussion started 05/23/2007 07:45 PM by trekker - 6 replies (last reply by MAH at 05/31/2007 05:38 PM)trekker from Maryland Heights on 05/23/2007 07:45 PM
I'm just wondering how many miles others ride in one day. I usually go out on the weekend for a good 2-3 hour ride. I think the most I've ridden in one day is 50 miles (took more than 3 hours)...but that was just once. Usually I stay around 25-30 for a good weekend ride. What about the rest of ya?
Anonymous on 05/24/2007 12:02 AM
my son in law and i did the M S 150 a few yrs back. we were totally unprepared for it. took us 11 hrs to go from troy, mo to mexico mo. right at 80 miles. rode the entire route one way. no SAG rides. and took 1/2 hr breaks every 8-10 miles.
brad from st louis on 05/24/2007 10:11 AM
I've done a few rides in the 90 to 100 mile range, and several of those have been on the Katy. I've done two solo 100-milers on the Katy, one in 8.5 hours, the other in 10, while carrying one pannier and water.
And on week-long, self-supported trips on the Katy I've done a couple days in the 90 to 97 mile range. I was carrying camping stuff, clothes, etc. Those were very long days in the saddle.
It seems that the trail slows me down close to 2 mph from what I might be doing on a smooth, flat road. But I love being away from the cars, and I'm really slow anyways, so I don't mind the speed reduction.
Jim from St. Thomas on 05/24/2007 03:41 PM
My wife and I and a friend rode from JC to St. Charles in a day. I think it's about 103 miles.......took us about 11 hours with a 30 - 45 minute lunch break at the deli in Dutzow. That 103 miles was easier than the 60-mile days against a 15 mph headwind we had riding the whole trail earlier this month.
Kevin from Lee's Summit, MO on 05/26/2007 04:32 PM
I & 3 others rode the Katy a couple years back and put in 126 (Clinton>Jeff C +
sidetracking) on day 1 and rode 108 (Jeff>St Charles + sidetracking) on day 2. Never to be
done again! :o ...Ouch. Respect to the guy who did that in one day!
Now, our annual ride is back-to-back 90 milers & these are much more manageable. Just
got back from riding Sedalia>Jefferson>Sedalia this Thusday & Friday and Cooper's
Landing area is still a bit sketchy (loose sand/silt), but ridable. Should all be bladed off
very soon.
ERIC from JC on 05/31/2007 03:37 PM
Several people have ridden the entire trail in 1 day.
MAH from Blue Springs, MO on 05/31/2007 05:38 PM
I've done 2, 103 mile days from Jeff City to St. Charles. First one by myself and last one was last year with the hubby. Last year was in Oct so we had less daylight, 4 flats so we ended up doing the last hour in the dark coming into St. Charles (had headlamps on the bikes). That was an experience to say the least with an occasional bat swooping down to catch the bugs in our headlamps! I wouldn't want to do the dark woods thing alone!
Treloar to Boonville
- + My brother and I have never ridden the Katy trail, but are planning a trip for this fall. Our final destination will be Boonville and we'd like to ride about 100 miles or so over two days. Just look...
Discussion started 05/30/2007 02:39 PM by Scott - 2 replies (last reply by Austin at 05/31/2007 09:40 AM)Scott from Evanston, IL on 05/30/2007 02:39 PM
My brother and I have never ridden the Katy trail, but are planning a trip for this fall. Our final destination will be Boonville and we'd like to ride about 100 miles or so over two days. Just looking at the distance, I'm thinking we'll start in Treloar and overnight somewhere in N. Jeff City. I'm wondering if anyone has any thoughts on this section of the trail, and any suggestions on lodging in or around N. Jefferson City.
savage24 from KC,MO on 05/31/2007 06:27 AM
I don't have any first hand experience with motels or B&B's in the area, but I can recommend the Turner Katy Trail Shelter in Tebbetts.
Austin from Longmont, CO on 05/31/2007 09:40 AM
If you can ride another 10 miles, I recommend riding to Hartsburg and staying at the Globe Motel. You can get a good dinner at Dotty's and a beer at the Hitching Post, and it's all within a block of the trail.
Pilot Grove B&B & Flower Shop (Pilot Grove)
- + I stayed here on my way through town on May 24th 07...this B&B is very nice and the owner is a wonderful person. This B&B is for sale but had no bearing on my stay. If there is anybody looking for an ...
Discussion started 05/30/2007 09:33 PM by Tom - 0 repliesTom from Ballwin Mo on 05/30/2007 09:33 PM
I stayed here on my way through town on May 24th 07...this B&B is very nice and the owner is a wonderful person. This B&B is for sale but had no bearing on my stay. If there is anybody looking for an investment property or a business to buy this house is priced to SELL!!
Tom from Ballwin Mo on 05/30/2007 09:33 PM
I stayed here on my way through town on May 24th 07...this B&B is very nice and the owner is a wonderful person. This B&B is for sale but had no bearing on my stay. If there is anybody looking for an investment property or a business to buy this house is priced to SELL!!
Polly's B&B and Tea Room (Pilot Grove)
- + I stayed at Polly's on Friday May 25th 07 and had a great time. Polly is a wonderful person and a great hostess. Her breakfast and home made pies were out of this world. The house is very clean and I ...
Discussion started 05/30/2007 09:29 PM by Tom - 0 repliesTom from Ballwin Mo on 05/30/2007 09:29 PM
I stayed at Polly's on Friday May 25th 07 and had a great time. Polly is a wonderful person and a great hostess. Her breakfast and home made pies were out of this world. The house is very clean and I will be back on my next trip on the Katy Trail..... Thanks Polly....if your wondering I made it all the way!
Tom from Ballwin Mo on 05/30/2007 09:29 PM
I stayed at Polly's on Friday May 25th 07 and had a great time. Polly is a wonderful person and a great hostess. Her breakfast and home made pies were out of this world. The house is very clean and I will be back on my next trip on the Katy Trail..... Thanks Polly....if your wondering I made it all the way!
Food
- + the four trails cafe is now open six days a week closed on m0nday
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the four trails cafe is now open six days a week closed on m0nday
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Lococo House (St Charles)
- + What a fantastic place! You do not want to miss this B&B! The breakfast, accomidations, shuttle service, hospitality, price, and hot tub made this out favorite stop on the Katy Trail!
Discussion started 05/30/2007 11:01 AM by maxwell - 0 repliesmaxwell from fayetteville arkansas on 05/30/2007 11:01 AM
What a fantastic place! You do not want to miss this B&B! The breakfast, accomidations, shuttle service, hospitality, price, and hot tub made this out favorite stop on the Katy Trail!
maxwell from fayetteville arkansas on 05/30/2007 11:01 AM
What a fantastic place! You do not want to miss this B&B! The breakfast, accomidations, shuttle service, hospitality, price, and hot tub made this out favorite stop on the Katy Trail!
Globe Hotel (Hartsburg)
- + After a long ride from Rochport, it was a nice surprise to be greeted by Jeanette with a nice cold glass of Lemonade. She made me feel right at home as soon as I arrived. The room was pleasant and com...
Discussion started 05/29/2007 09:45 PM by Randy Sands - 0 repliesRandy Sands from Kansas City, Missouri on 05/29/2007 09:45 PM
After a long ride from Rochport, it was a nice surprise to be greeted by Jeanette with a nice cold glass of Lemonade. She made me feel right at home as soon as I arrived. The room was pleasant and comfortable and her muffins were outstanding. I ate at the Hitching Post and the food there was good and filling. I would definitely recommend the Globe Hotel as a stop along the Katy.
Randy Sands from Kansas City, Missouri on 05/29/2007 09:45 PM
After a long ride from Rochport, it was a nice surprise to be greeted by Jeanette with a nice cold glass of Lemonade. She made me feel right at home as soon as I arrived. The room was pleasant and comfortable and her muffins were outstanding. I ate at the Hitching Post and the food there was good and filling. I would definitely recommend the Globe Hotel as a stop along the Katy.
Peers Store (Peers)
- + Had lunch at The Peers Store last week. The "price fixee" was five bucks, and included seating at a shaded picnic table and a water bottle fillup. What more could I ask for? If you stop in, be sure...
Discussion started 05/29/2007 09:02 PM by Crunchie - 0 repliesCrunchie from Naperville, IL on 05/29/2007 09:02 PM
Had lunch at The Peers Store last week. The "price fixee" was five bucks, and included seating at a shaded picnic table and a water bottle fillup. What more could I ask for? If you stop in, be sure to check out the flood pictures on the dining room wall.
Crunchie from Naperville, IL on 05/29/2007 09:02 PM
Had lunch at The Peers Store last week. The "price fixee" was five bucks, and included seating at a shaded picnic table and a water bottle fillup. What more could I ask for? If you stop in, be sure to check out the flood pictures on the dining room wall.
Suggestions Wanted for KATY Trip
- + My wife and I have never ridden on the KATY. We are planning a four day bike ride on the KATY for mid-June, two days out and two days back. We plan on starting either in St. Charles or in Jefferson ...
Discussion started 05/22/2007 06:56 PM by Joe Masonick - 3 replies (last reply by Cliff at 05/29/2007 04:40 PM)Joe Masonick from Elgin, IL on 05/22/2007 06:56 PM
My wife and I have never ridden on the KATY. We are planning a four day bike ride on the KATY for mid-June, two days out and two days back. We plan on starting either in St. Charles or in Jefferson City. Which are the most scenic sections of the trail and which sections do you recommend for a such a trip?
MLH from Overland Park KS on 05/22/2007 10:47 PM
Most people consider the Rocheport-to-Jeff City section to be the most scenic overall. It's only 35 miles though. Rocheport may be a good place to start your trip as it has great parking and other facilities and is a nice place to coast into after a long ride. Using the mileage chart link that Ray has provided above, you can plan your trip much easier.
Consider parking in the middle of your planned route with your out and back trips in each direction as that way your vehicle is just that much closer for whatever unexpected need may arise.
Sounds like a great trip for you and have a great time!
GC from Columbia, Mo. on 05/23/2007 12:00 PM
If it were me, I would do the Boonville to McKittrick (Hermann) stretch of the trail. Nice bluffs, you get to hit Boonville, Rocheport, a side trip to Columbia and Hermann. I think it is the most scenic part of the trail.
Cliff from Edwardsville Kansas on 05/29/2007 04:40 PM
I would start at Jeff City and go west. I just got back from a two day ride starting at St Charles and it was not very scenic. I believe that the trail form Hartsburg to Rocheport is the most scenic part of the trail. Rocheport is my favorite town on the trail. Abagails, The General Store, and the Winery east of Rocheport are all great places. I would also recommend the Katy Trail Bed and Bikefest as a place to stay. Have a great ride. At McKittrick you can go over to Hermann and it is a neat place also.
Parking in St Charles
- + We rode the Katy starting in St Charles last Thursday and Friday. All of the parking lots around the trailhead had signs saying "No parking between 2AM and 5 AM" We stayed at the Comfort Suites on W...
Discussion started 05/29/2007 04:16 PM by Cliff - 0 repliesCliff from Edwardsville Kansas on 05/29/2007 04:16 PM
We rode the Katy starting in St Charles last Thursday and Friday. All of the parking lots around the trailhead had signs saying "No parking between 2AM and 5 AM" We stayed at the Comfort Suites on Wednesday night and Friday night so they let us park our truck in their lot Thurday night while we stayed along the trail, { they even kept our luggage for us}. I was wondering if anyone else had this problem with parking? Did I miss something? I've never had this problem at other trailheads.
Critter Cottage Bed & Breakfast (Marthasville)
- + Best lodging on the trail. Bob and Judy take such pride in their cottage and its evident by all the details. The cottage is wonderfully decorated as a 1860s cabins with a bunch of beautiful antiques. ...
Discussion started 04/30/2007 09:12 PM by FloridaGirl - 1 reply (last reply by Cliff at 05/29/2007 03:59 PM)FloridaGirl on 04/30/2007 09:12 PM
Best lodging on the trail. Bob and Judy take such pride in their cottage and its evident by all the details. The cottage is wonderfully decorated as a 1860s cabins with a bunch of beautiful antiques. The jacquzzi tub is fantastic! The homemade breakfast was wonderful (fresh fruit, quiches, muffins). They stocked the fridge with a local wine, sodas, water, and cheese tray. They picked us up and dropped us off at the trail. It was such a wonderful place to stay....a real gem.
FloridaGirl on 04/30/2007 09:12 PM
Best lodging on the trail. Bob and Judy take such pride in their cottage and its evident by all the details. The cottage is wonderfully decorated as a 1860s cabins with a bunch of beautiful antiques. The jacquzzi tub is fantastic! The homemade breakfast was wonderful (fresh fruit, quiches, muffins). They stocked the fridge with a local wine, sodas, water, and cheese tray. They picked us up and dropped us off at the trail. It was such a wonderful place to stay....a real gem.
Cliff from Edwardsville Kansas on 05/29/2007 03:59 PM
If you plan on staying in or near Marthasville while doing the Katy I would highly recommend the Critter Cottage Bed and Breakfast. My wife and I stayed there last Thurday night and it was wonderful. Bob and Judy are great host! They picked us up at the trailhead and Bob offered to take us to the store or resturant since the cabin is 4 miles out of town. The cabin is really special and the rope bed is very comfortable. The jacuzzi tub was just what we needed after a days ride. The breakfast was delicouis. It was pouring rain in Marthasville Friday morning so they took us to Augusta to get ahead of the rain which was really appreciated. We will definitely stay there again. Thanks Bob and Judy for a great experience.
Cliff from Edwardsville Kansas on 05/29/2007 03:59 PM
If you plan on staying in or near Marthasville while doing the Katy I would highly recommend the Critter Cottage Bed and Breakfast. My wife and I stayed there last Thurday night and it was wonderful. Bob and Judy are great host! They picked us up at the trailhead and Bob offered to take us to the store or resturant since the cabin is 4 miles out of town. The cabin is really special and the rope bed is very comfortable. The jacuzzi tub was just what we needed after a days ride. The breakfast was delicouis. It was pouring rain in Marthasville Friday morning so they took us to Augusta to get ahead of the rain which was really appreciated. We will definitely stay there again. Thanks Bob and Judy for a great experience.
bike rentals
- + We plan to visit Jefferson City to ride the Katy. I only own a road bike. Is there a place to rent a decent bike is Jefferson City?
Thanks!
Discussion started 05/27/2007 02:39 PM by Sully - 3 replies (last reply by BDB at 05/29/2007 03:35 PM)Sully on 05/27/2007 02:39 PM
We plan to visit Jefferson City to ride the Katy. I only own a road bike. Is there a place to rent a decent bike is Jefferson City?
Thanks!
Anonymous on 05/27/2007 07:38 PM
sully, the cycle depot moved from hartsburg to jefferson city. you might want to check them out. the web site i believe is cycle-depot.com. i stopped at their hartsburg shop a few years ago and was very impressed. give them a try, they can definetly help you and guide you in the proper direction.
have fun, be safe
Pam/Hartsburg Cycle Depot from jeff city on 05/29/2007 10:54 AM
Sully, riding the Katy on a road bike can be done with certian measures taken, the forum can put you on the right track if that is the way you would like to go. We have moved to Jefferson City and are open for business, our phone number has changed a little 636-9599 also along with the web www.hartsburgcyledepot.com , sadly we do not rent bicycles, we have loaned out a couple but not rented. J&D Bicycles use to rent but I don't think they do any longer, the cost of insurance can not justify the rentals. The nearest shop would be Rocheport's Trail Side Cafe, arrangements can be made with Larry and we gladly work with him.
Thanks for thinking of us and happy trails.
Pam
BDB from Kirksville, MO on 05/29/2007 03:35 PM
Looks like you've gotten good advice from the above. Personally, I've dealt with both the Trailside and Hartsburg Cycle and have nothing but good to say about them (other than I hate that Hartsburg Cycle moved from being on the trail).
Like the other person, I would question what you mean by a road bike. I couldn't see riding my ten speed on the trail (27 x 1 1/4 tires)- it would probably be possible, but with a lot of sliding back and forth. If you mean a wider tire, then it may be in consideration.
Good luck.
Bamboo
- + I was told by an 86 year old man that has lived in Hartsburg his entire life that it is not bamboo, but something called RUSH. It may be true or not I don't know.
Discussion started 05/28/2007 09:07 AM by Gary - 2 replies (last reply by biking beginner at 05/29/2007 02:50 PM)Gary from Hartsburg on 05/28/2007 09:07 AM
I was told by an 86 year old man that has lived in Hartsburg his entire life that it is not bamboo, but something called RUSH. It may be true or not I don't know.
Trek Biker from St. Joseph, MO on 05/28/2007 09:57 AM
This prior post discussed Bamboo, Rushes, Indian Paintbrush.......
Beautiful photos, Jeff. A caption correction though for "Bambu, near Dutzow": Those plants are not Bamboo, but are known as Horsetails, a.k.a. Equisetum. There are quite a few species and I don't know which one is in your picture. It looks like this person knows a lot about Horsetails, and probably would like to see your photo of them: http://members.eunet.at/m.matus/
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biking beginner on 05/29/2007 02:50 PM
That Elizabeth Berkeley...she's so shy.
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Allegheny Alliance/C &O Canal Trail
- + From what I've been reading on the web, the trail system from Washington D.C. to the Pittsburgh area is complete. Has Anybody done the entire route yet? I would like to give it a shot this fall but wo...
Discussion started 05/06/2007 11:49 AM by Paulie - 9 replies (last reply by Wayne at 05/28/2007 07:39 PM)Paulie from Knoxville TN on 05/06/2007 11:49 AM
From what I've been reading on the web, the trail system from Washington D.C. to the Pittsburgh area is complete. Has Anybody done the entire route yet? I would like to give it a shot this fall but would like to hear some feedback first.
Paulie
Wayne from OH on 05/06/2007 02:11 PM
To answer your question, no I have not done it (yet). From the ATA site "The connection to the C & O Canal Towpath in Cumberland, MD was completed in 2006, creating a continuous non-motorized corridor, 316 miles long, from near Pittsburgh to Washington, DC." I visited the The Yockatomac Trek site and they still list other options for getting from Cumberland to Meyersdale but I am sure that is old info. I believe this will be the 9th or 10th trek, I expect the info is left over from the old rides. I just found this http:// blog.omnio .org/ , take out the spaces and it should take you to an overview of a trip taken last month, there is a short blog available of the trip through this site. I presume you have all the web sites for that trip but feel free to e-mail me at powderbasket@columbus.rr.com if you want what I have.
Rootman from Kentucky on 05/15/2007 06:44 PM
I did the C&O canal in July a few years ago. It was very hot, in the 90s. Nevertheless it was a great ride with lots of history, many more campsites than you will need, plenty of water, and a smooth, well-maintained trail. A friend and I are looking at doing the Allegheny Passage in the fall. I have a copy of "The C&O Canal Companion" that you are welcome to have if we can figure out a way to communicate without splashing our info on this website. I might not respond right away if you reply to this chat area because I don't check it every day. The book has lots of info and is just sitting on my shelf. I'll be glad to send it along.
trinjboro from Jonesboro, AR on 05/16/2007 08:39 AM
Try this site for more information:
http://atatrail.org/visit/reports.cfm
Wayne from OH on 05/16/2007 02:54 PM
If plans hold we will ride the section in question Memorial Day weekend. If it happens I'll post a report.
Paulie from Knoxville TN on 05/19/2007 08:26 AM
Thanks for the input. I think I've about found all the web sites relating to the C & O/Allegheny Passage trail systems. Its a shame nobody has setup a site like this one with a message board covering this trail system.(that's a hint, Ray)
Paulie
Ray (webmaster) on 05/19/2007 09:44 AM
Thanks for the suggestion Paulie. As a matter of fact, I have already started building this C&O Canal website. It's not as fully developed yet as the Katy Trail website, but it's constantly growing. A "Ride Reports" page will be added in a few days, and the ability to add comments within the next couple of weeks. And more in the future, including Great Allegheny Passage info, and adding more functionality to the maps.
There actually is a very good discussion group on the C&O Canal at http://groups.yahoo.com/group/coTowpath/. I'm not trying to "compete" with this group, but hope that the BikeCandO.com website will provide a new and useful source of C&O/GAP info.
Paulie from Knoxville TN on 05/22/2007 11:33 AM
Looks good Ray, can't wait to see the finished product. I don't plan to ride the C & O/GAP trails until this fall, so that should give me plenty time to plan my ride.
Paulie
Ronald from Chicago on 05/28/2007 03:59 PM
I rode from just south of Pittsburgh Airport to Washington, DC May 14-21, this year. Starting on Montour Trail around Pittsbugh, then ATA trail and C&O Towpath. ATA section from McKeesport, PA to Cumberlund, MD is all complete except for one bridge, which requires a short walk around. Excellent scenery along ride. Surface is comparable to Katy Trail with long gradual climb in south direction before Big Savage Tunnel. Towpath is flat with dirt and crushed stone surface, rough and muddy in spots with occasional exposed rock or root. I used 700x38 cm tires and had no real problems. A lot of towpath passses through heavily wooded somewhat remote areas. Limited number of places to stay and eat along both trails, so need to plan ahead. Excellent guides available online from Allegany Trail Alliance and Washington, DC bicycle advocacy organization.
Wayne from OH on 05/28/2007 07:39 PM
Ronald, pretty well summed things up.
We rode Meyersdale to Frostburg on Sunday afternoon and met folks who had come West from Cumberland saying the trail IS complete. I am not much of a "guide book" guy but will say I bought the new book on the ATA & C&O (white cover) it is full on good current information, it also has a very nice vinyl map with both trails on it (one on each side), well worth the $5.00. I am planning a group ride from Connellsville to Confluence in Sept or Oct and initually got the giude for that, but found it to be more than I expected.
Clinton Parking
- + Hi! This questiion has been asked before BUT where is the best place to park your car in
Clinton when riding from Sy. Charles? I will need to park from June 26 to July 3rd.
Discussion started 05/28/2007 09:18 AM by Tolley Lauretti - 0 repliesTolley Lauretti from McMinnville, OR 97128 on 05/28/2007 09:18 AM
Hi! This questiion has been asked before BUT where is the best place to park your car in
Clinton when riding from Sy. Charles? I will need to park from June 26 to July 3rd.