The Rock Island Trail

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CEM from Spokane, USA on 7/22/2006 3:01:41 PM:

My friend and I are experienced cyclists and really don't have any questions about riding the trail.

We, however, would rather not travel self-contained.

Is anyone aware of organized rides that transport your gear from town-to-town (and, perhaps make lodging or camping arrangements for you)? A commercial outfitter might be OK, but we would rather consider a non-profit group, municipal parks department or something similar.

The prefered time for our ride would be October 2006, or April/May 2007, but we would consider anything.

Thanks for any suggestions.

Trek Biker from St. Joseph, MO on 7/22/2006 6:04:57 PM:

There are a few rides listed on this website. Near the bottom of the Home page, go to Organized Rides. I can't speak personally for any of these as I only ride self supported, enjoying the freedom to come and go as I please.

Enjoy!

CEM from Spokane, USA on 7/22/2006 9:55:41 PM:

Thanks "Trek".

sbikes from Kansas City on 7/23/2006 8:53:00 AM:

The Missouri Department of Natural Resources sponsors a week long, supported ride every
year. Everyone I have ever known to go on it has had a great time. It is camping, but they
provide meals, transport all the gear and have a shower truck so there is a shower available
at the end of every day to wash away the grime. It is very affordable and great fun.

Mark of the Dalton Boys from Austin, TX/Columbia, MO. on 7/25/2006 2:48:29 PM:

If this is Spokane as in Washington State, the city has a unique entity called "Bike Buddies" wherein people interested in bike commuting are paired up with an experienced cyclist who "shows them the ropes". Very active program that is helpful, not haughty and there is no hidden comment herein. Regards......Mark of the Dalton Boys

russ from Jefferson City on 7/25/2006 3:29:53 PM:

we do a 3 day trip every year, and enjoy staying in the B&Bs along the way - you might consider that as an option

Lois from Iowa City on 8/3/2006 9:23:51 AM:

In 2002, I took the supported trip of the Touring Cyclist (St.Louis) and was very, very happy with that. It is a reasonable price, the accomodations were fine - several basic motels and several nicer ones, the food was great and the guides were great. They still offer the same trip in Sept. Assuming they still provide the same service, I would highly recommend them. A special thing is that you start in St. Charles with a train trip to Sedalia which is a beautiful ride on the opposite side of the river from the KATY and equally beautiful. I plan to use them again for this trip sometime.

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