MLH from Overland Park KS on 11/26/2005 8:58:55 PM:
Indeed the great job they do in keeping the trail clean amazes me at times, especially on the western section. Regarding tires, note that a "touring" bike in its true sense has a longer wheelbase and thus a wider chainstay width and will often fit tires up to 42mm in width, which is significant as IMO 700 x 32-38mm tires of the correct type are ideal for the KATY and these will not fit most other bikes with drop bars.They will fit most hybrids. For regular long distance riders/tourers, the narrower tires (25mm or less) seem to be annoyingly vibration and puncture prone. Also, don't discount the use of a MTB. A relatively lightweight hardtail with the proper (narrow) tire choice inflated appropriately makes for a great relative worry-free choice for rides of up to about 50 miles or so.