Elroy Sparta Trail - Full Ride Part 3 of 4
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September Group Ride
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August Group Ride & some updates.
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@samsu3030
@samsu3030 21 сағат бұрын
Thank you for your video! I just discovered this trail, even though I've lived near the starting point for a year. I'm getting my first bike and can't wait to start riding!
@RoaminLama
@RoaminLama 14 сағат бұрын
Thank you for watching! You're really going to enjoy this trail. From urban to suburban to rural all in one ride. Keep Bikin'!
@sc2man13
@sc2man13 Күн бұрын
Great video, along with your others. These deserve a lot more views!
@RoaminLama
@RoaminLama 14 сағат бұрын
Thank you, much appreciated.
@andyg8456
@andyg8456 2 күн бұрын
What bike are you riding?
@RoaminLama
@RoaminLama 2 күн бұрын
A Trek Marlin 6 on Maxis XC tires.
@renee2712
@renee2712 4 күн бұрын
This ride brings back so many good memories. My dad really loved riding this trail!
@RoaminLama
@RoaminLama 3 күн бұрын
It's really a great trail. I had a blast riding in.
@renee2712
@renee2712 4 күн бұрын
We used to go here in the mid 80’s when I was a kid. We always stayed at Tunnel Trail Campground. The tunnels scared me so much!!
@RoaminLama
@RoaminLama 3 күн бұрын
So glad you enjoyed it. And, yea, that campground looked nice. I stayed in Elroy so I had access to all 3 rail to trails that originate there.
@MawaukeeWiscansin
@MawaukeeWiscansin 16 күн бұрын
Fantastic presentation of an awesome trail! Did you get picked up at the end? Not sure if they have a “shuttle” service in this area.
@RoaminLama
@RoaminLama 15 күн бұрын
Thank you! My wife drove up from our campsite in Elroy and brought me back. As much as my ego wanted to do both ways, I couldn’t leave Mrs. The Lama at the campsite for the entire day. 😄
@uestcpandou
@uestcpandou 16 күн бұрын
May I ask what is the app you use for the dashboard showing on the screen?
@RoaminLama
@RoaminLama 16 күн бұрын
+@uestcpandou I made an entire video on just that. kzbin.info/www/bejne/ravXY5SQlqmcnKM
@r.h.0101
@r.h.0101 17 күн бұрын
Great video. Production quality!
@RoaminLama
@RoaminLama 17 күн бұрын
Thanks! I'm so glad you liked it. Keep Bikin'!
@kaitlynj2517
@kaitlynj2517 18 күн бұрын
🎉🎉
@daunking5961
@daunking5961 18 күн бұрын
Excellent video! Really enjoyed watching it!
@RoaminLama
@RoaminLama 17 күн бұрын
II really appreciate the kind words. 'm glad you got something out of it. Thanks for watching and Keep Bikin'!
@DigitalMarketingSpecialist911
@DigitalMarketingSpecialist911 19 күн бұрын
your KZbin SEO is poor.
@RoaminLama
@RoaminLama 19 күн бұрын
Thanks for the info? Not in this game to become a youtube star. Just giving my subscribers honest content in a very niche market.
@crystalharris7394
@crystalharris7394 21 күн бұрын
🚴🏽🚵🏻‍♂️🚴🏻‍♀️
@PromenadeMTL
@PromenadeMTL 24 күн бұрын
The is a great trail. In Montreal we have quite a few trails that follow linear features like canals and aqueducts. There is an urban rail loop that was abandoned years ago and it will be converted into a cycling path in the next 5 years.
@Zethen
@Zethen 25 күн бұрын
Happy B-Day, Sir! Enjoyed your video. Rode from Sparta towards Elroy last year hitting the three tunnels and turning back. Still a good 50 miles.
@RoaminLama
@RoaminLama 25 күн бұрын
Thank you for the birthday wishes . I did the Elroy-Sparta as well the following day. That video drops next week. I really enjoyed that ride.
@ahsv64
@ahsv64 25 күн бұрын
Happy belated birthday, Mr. The Lama. It's a biggie, but it looks like you're living your best life. Maybe you can give a tech breakdown about your gear and setup, because I'd love to know how you do the pans from the secondary camera(s) while riding.
@RoaminLama
@RoaminLama 25 күн бұрын
Thank you! I'm officially old enough to know better, yet young enough not to care. It's been a weird year, but I'm finally getting out more and getting in shape for longer rides. And, thanks for the set-up question. I'll whip up a short about my gear soon.
@ahsv64
@ahsv64 27 күн бұрын
Reminds me a bit of the Hi Line in NYC, albeit much narrower and straighter.
@RoaminLama
@RoaminLama 27 күн бұрын
Just the little bit. I walked the Hi Line years ago before it was complete, just the southern section up to about 11th. It was really cool.
@02wrxRally
@02wrxRally 28 күн бұрын
A dedicated car-free human powered transportation route through a metropolitan area is a bigger deal than maybe most think. Plenty of nice pleasant scenic trails out there, but this one is nice for it's infrastructure purpose and deserves the recognition it has.
@RoaminLama
@RoaminLama 28 күн бұрын
I appreciate your sentiment. And agree that it is a beautiful green space worthy of recognition. Just not up to par for serious biking and lacks the diversity of scenery found on a plethora of other Illinois Rail Trails.
@02wrxRally
@02wrxRally 28 күн бұрын
@@RoaminLama rail trails are multi use, not just for biking. But also "serious biking" also means commuting in the city, which many of us do on these trails. It's not a destination for out of towners, it's a highly functional bit of infrastructure for those of us that live there. As I said, it's purpose is much greater than just scenery. I never said it was a green space, just the opposite. It's a highway for people not in cars. Giving it recognition is not only deserved, it's a model for other communities to do the same.
@RoaminLama
@RoaminLama 28 күн бұрын
That may be, but if you look at my channel I do bike trail reviews. I understand you have a strong opinion about the Bloomingdale trail and like I said, I respect that. But, we all don't think from the same perspective. Please at least respect different points of view. There is no right or wrong here, just opinions.
@kwaktak
@kwaktak 28 күн бұрын
Good to see you’re over the illnesses and getting back out there. This looks like your stereotypical MUP (multi use path) full of individuals and small groups who lack in situational awareness to cause traffic problems where bicyclists are seen as the hazard. It’s fortunate that this is new because I wonder if the homeless may start encroaching upon it like they have on similar MUPs here in Pittsburgh.
@RoaminLama
@RoaminLama 28 күн бұрын
You couldn't have summed up the paths clientele more accurately. Although self awareness is a problem with many recreation paths. The hoods around this path are pretty gentrified, but I was told by my family that live next to it, "don't do it at night."
@kmtnbike1117
@kmtnbike1117 28 күн бұрын
My daughter just moved a block from this trail and I thought I may want to ride it. Thanks for the info and I’ll stay out west on the Fox River trail that I live along. Enjoy your reviews. Thanks.
@RoaminLama
@RoaminLama 28 күн бұрын
Thanks for watching and glad I could help. Perfect trail for a stroll or a dog walk. I love the Fox River Trail, I still intend to ride the entire thing some day. I'm near the IPP and use the FRT to connect its branches so I can do a nice loop ride from the Wheaton area.
@kmtnbike1117
@kmtnbike1117 28 күн бұрын
@@RoaminLama I’m in St. Charles but have ridden to Oswego and all the way to Lake Geneva WI. Easy access for me to head your way or out west towards Sycamore.
@RoaminLama
@RoaminLama 28 күн бұрын
@kmtnbike1117 I’ve done the Great Western Trail from St. Charles to Sycamore. Great ride.
@Naltddesha
@Naltddesha Ай бұрын
To me, the Beaver Nuggets taste like Carmel popcorn, but instead of popcorn kernels it’s a fried corn meal, or something. They’re pretty good, but I can only have so many before I’ve had my fill of sweetness. Edit: hold up ✋ why not gotta be a ‘stiff stick’ 😂😂😂
@RoaminLama
@RoaminLama Ай бұрын
You are correct about the sweetness. After a few it’s diabetic coma time. And the “stiff” stick was a pour reference to beaver dams. They don’t use bendy sticks. 😂
@Naltddesha
@Naltddesha Ай бұрын
@@RoaminLama hahaha, excuse my implied vulgarity, sir!
@montegomm
@montegomm Ай бұрын
Just went through there on the River to River trail last week. Nice place. The R2R is very easy and relatively flat. Unfortunately if you stay in Giant City the trail is not a loop.
@RoaminLama
@RoaminLama 28 күн бұрын
I've hiked about 20 miles of the R to R. A very rustic trail. I'm very glad I preloaded the route to my phone as there are sections, particularly river crossing that are hard to spot the trail marker on the other side. The Cedar trail that is the 12 mile loop around the state park merges with the R to R one the southern end.
@BigJim_909
@BigJim_909 Ай бұрын
Now was this new tire vs new tire? Cause that makes a difference I would say..
@RoaminLama
@RoaminLama Ай бұрын
I had the bike for 6 months with the Bontragers that came with it. Maybe a couple hundred miles on them. Which should have given then the rolling resistance advantage as the nubs were a little worn.
@daunking5961
@daunking5961 2 ай бұрын
I've ridden this trail several times. I love that there is little pedestrian traffic allowing for faster riding. The closer I get to Schneider's Passage there are more bird watchers, walkers, etc, but most of the trail is great without having to slow down for pedestrians. Nice video!
@RoaminLama
@RoaminLama 28 күн бұрын
Thank you and thanks for watching! It is a trail my small weekend ground ride frequently. Usually starting south of river on the John Husar trail, then we cross over the bridge at Route 83 to the Centennial. The advantage of this is Imperial Oak Brewing is waiting for us at the end of the ride.
@theblowupdollsmusic
@theblowupdollsmusic 2 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for taking the time to put these videos together. Ironically you say "unfortunately this is the last of the gravel" by DuPage Airport, for me personally I prefer the paved paths and I'm not a fan of the gravel.
@RoaminLama
@RoaminLama 2 ай бұрын
Thank you for watching and commenting! So many ways to bike, I do prefer gravel and dirt. Smooth pavement is great, but throw in root heaves and they ruin rims, bums, and rattle the fillings out of teeth 🤣. Thanks again for watching and keep bikin’.
@theblowupdollsmusic
@theblowupdollsmusic 2 ай бұрын
@@RoaminLamaSome great strong points you make there, there are definitely some hard bumps on the paved paths that have not been maintained. Again I really appreciate your videos.
@BSDLLC
@BSDLLC 3 ай бұрын
I ride this all the time. Palos Park resident here.
@RoaminLama
@RoaminLama 3 ай бұрын
So many great trails in the Palos Area. We often start on the Cal-Sag then head over to Swallow Cliffs and do part of the Yellow Loop. It's our "All Terrain" ride, pavement, gravel and dirt. Thanks for watching and keep bikin'!
@jeffwatson2234
@jeffwatson2234 3 ай бұрын
We just spent 5 days there it was $89.00 a night / site236 was a good pick only 1” off level WiFi worked great but got poorer closer to weekend we got, NOTE nether Bathhouses are working Nor the laundry
@RoaminLama
@RoaminLama 3 ай бұрын
Thanks for the update. Can't believe they haven't finished the back bathhouse yet, and can't understand why the other was closed. Unless they had a freeze and it broke plumbing. Thanks for watching and Keep Roamin!
@edmondlau511
@edmondlau511 5 ай бұрын
Rode this starting at Western avenue in Park Forest to Joliet and back. Downtown Frankfort has some cool stops for food as well as a nice guitar shop.
@RoaminLama
@RoaminLama 5 ай бұрын
Nice ride! I hope they fixed it. I almost lost fillings when I was on it. And yes, Frankfort has a really nice downtown. Thanks for watching and keep bikin’!
@tomnelson7474
@tomnelson7474 5 ай бұрын
Love this video and ride. We moved to Ecuador in 2021, but I watch your videos to relive my rides. I'm guessing this ride was on a Sunday, given the runners between Wheaton and GE. The ones that like to run 3-4 abreast. ;-)
@RoaminLama
@RoaminLama 5 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching and your kind words. The ride was actually on a Saturday morning, but there was some sort of event that day. And yes, those four abreast runners that don't budge no matter how many times you announce your pass are my biggest pet peeve. Hope there's some good trails down in Ecuador for you to enjoy. If there are, they must be stunningly beautiful.
@ozzy942
@ozzy942 5 ай бұрын
Glad your back.
@RoaminLama
@RoaminLama 5 ай бұрын
Thanks. Because I edit for a living, last last thing I want to do is edit more after work. But I finally got a little break.
@thephoenixcycle8854
@thephoenixcycle8854 5 ай бұрын
The perfect narration voice!
@RoaminLama
@RoaminLama 5 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@davidnicholson6680
@davidnicholson6680 5 ай бұрын
I like this spur a lot because it's relatively empty and the section by the airport is great in the summer. The downside is the section through West Chicago which is very confusing the first time through. If it's early am, I usually just ride up the road instead of riding sidewalks and alleys.
@RoaminLama
@RoaminLama 5 ай бұрын
That makes sense to keep off the train station platform during the morning commute. I really enjoy this trail as well because it's so quirky and different. Also, if you start at Geneva and County Farm Roads, you can utilize the Geneva Spur, the Fox River Trail and the Elgin Branch an have a great 35 mile loop ride. Keep Bikin'!
@timmmahhhh
@timmmahhhh 6 ай бұрын
Thanks for the video. Glad I found your channel. The IPP continues south of Illinois Street to the North end of downtown Aurora, turning and ending at a sidewalk along Broadway. It's not always open though in that the riverfront Park sometimes closes this part of the path for concerts. It's a little frustrating and sometimes you don't find this out until you get to the Park itself. It's worth the trip though because there's an awesome pedestrian bike bridge that now connects this to the Fox River trail as well as connecting the concert venue at the park to parking across the river. My wife and I have been riding these trails for about 15 years now, every weekend the weather allows. We've conditioned ourselves to do the triangle: home in West Glen Ellyn to a coffee shop in Aurora, formerly Tredwell now closed and now Society 57 or Endiro Coffee. Then up the Fox River trail to Elgin and a stop at Blue Box Cafe, only open on Saturdays. Close Sunday. Then the Elgin trail back home. It's a great 54 mile ride.
@RoaminLama
@RoaminLama 5 ай бұрын
That’s an awesome loop. If you’re short on time, start at Geneva and Country Farm, take the Elgin branch to the Fox River Trail, head south, then back to the start on the Geneva Spur. 34 miles. Thanks for watching and keep bikin’!
@kevinbraden9445
@kevinbraden9445 6 ай бұрын
Looks Boring to many street crossings
@RoaminLama
@RoaminLama 6 ай бұрын
I wouldn't go as far to say boring. It does have it's nice sections particularly west of 294. But, yes way too many road crossings. I live in Glen Ellyn, so I use it to get to the other branches where the trails go through forest preserves and are far less "urban/suburban".
@ellenzaika
@ellenzaika 6 ай бұрын
The bolts on the posts will not let me put the seat all the way down
@RoaminLama
@RoaminLama 6 ай бұрын
That is the problem with the water bottle mounts. The only fix is to shorten the seat post either by buying a shorter post or cutting the post you have.
@Kingsteph701
@Kingsteph701 9 ай бұрын
Great video & content sir extremely informative I’ve learned a lot thanks so much keep up the good work & never stop biking 🙌🏽
@RoaminLama
@RoaminLama 9 ай бұрын
Thank you so much. I'm glad you got something out of the video. And, I plan to never stop biking, even if after my body says NO!, I'll just get an e-bike 😉
@kaitlynj2517
@kaitlynj2517 9 ай бұрын
YEEAHHHHHH 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
@73NF14Ret
@73NF14Ret 9 ай бұрын
No 14er is easy but Bierstadt is about as easy as a 14er gets. Did it this July(64 years old) with my son.
@RoaminLama
@RoaminLama 9 ай бұрын
That’s why I did it first. Congrats on making the summit.
@RoaminLama
@RoaminLama 9 ай бұрын
Good on ya! That's why I tried this one first. I've done a couple 13ers in the Bighorns since. Need to get back to CO soon.
@SuperbExistence
@SuperbExistence 10 ай бұрын
I'd love to see this test against nobby tires
@joannkennedy1422
@joannkennedy1422 10 ай бұрын
Thank you 😊 for sharing your experience.
@gritzusa
@gritzusa 11 ай бұрын
Climbed it at 76, third of fourth time.
@RoaminLama
@RoaminLama 11 ай бұрын
I hope I can say the same some day!
@wpwbigcheese3795
@wpwbigcheese3795 11 ай бұрын
That garlic jerky is the best flavor
@RoaminLama
@RoaminLama 11 ай бұрын
It was so good. I actually stopped back there on my return trip to pick up a few more bags.
@steviejunior9692
@steviejunior9692 11 ай бұрын
I went in, walked around for a few minutes, and then went back to the car. It was such a madhouse in there that I almost collided with several people in just a few minutes even though I was being extremely cautious of where I was going. Good food or not it’s worse than WalMart.
@RoaminLama
@RoaminLama 11 ай бұрын
Agreed, total madhouse. My wife walked in, her ADHD kicked in and she turned around and walked straight out. But, if you can make a bee line fore the BBQ station, grab a sandwich and escape quickly, it's worth every bite.
@dawnemerson3604
@dawnemerson3604 11 ай бұрын
@westmcgee9320
@westmcgee9320 11 ай бұрын
If it’s not fully paved, it’s not for us. Enjoy.
@RoaminLama
@RoaminLama 11 ай бұрын
It is paved for 14 of the 22 miles. (Between New Hope Church Road and the Durham end of the trail). There is trailhead parking at New Hope Church Road as well. And the gravel section south of that, is easily the smoothest gravel I've ever ridden.
@RonGoote
@RonGoote 11 ай бұрын
Is there any overnight parking in Willow Springs. I would like to do a weekend bike tour on the I and M
@RoaminLama
@RoaminLama 11 ай бұрын
That I am not sure of. There is trail head parking and a huge lot just behind the trailhead parking for "shop parking". Both are free lots. Your best bet would be to call the village of Willow Springs to see if they allow overnight parking in those lots.
@careyparks2316
@careyparks2316 Жыл бұрын
Richmond, Ky has one!
@purrfect08
@purrfect08 Жыл бұрын
On my list to visit 😊
@RoaminLama
@RoaminLama Жыл бұрын
It’s a trip for sure. The song that kept playing in my head was the theme song from Team America.
@judywilliams3399
@judywilliams3399 Жыл бұрын
I LOVE THAT STORE
@ozzy942
@ozzy942 Жыл бұрын
Missing the bike videos.
@RoaminLama
@RoaminLama Жыл бұрын
More to come this summer. Had a long road trip and wasn’t able to ride as much as I wanted to this year. Getting back in saddle shape for some longer trails
@carlnolte1637
@carlnolte1637 Жыл бұрын
Hi. I just found your channel. I really like the bike routes you have picked and showcased. It would be great to have the GPX or TPX GPS route file. It is very easy to get on the wrong trail at Herrick Lake.
@RoaminLama
@RoaminLama Жыл бұрын
Hi Carl, that is something I can do. Also, you can download GPX files from my track on Gaiagps: www.gaiagps.com/map/?loc=13.6/-88.1513/41.8156&pubLink=1dnWYPMvyovn3lxzDIrsaFts&trackId=82783f6e400bcf5c1966eaef5250accf I should put these in the notes on all my trail rides. Thanks for the kind words and thanks for watching.
@carlnolte1637
@carlnolte1637 Жыл бұрын
@@RoaminLama I used to work near Herrick Lake years ago and would often get a bit lost while riding some of the trails as they were not well marked.
@RoaminLama
@RoaminLama Жыл бұрын
They now have them marked my name and color. And at trail intersections, they have placards with maps.