Wow, that is a great question. Although I always enjoy looking at the lock houses and locks, I've never given that any discerning thought, so it is hard to choose just one. Some have been rebuilt and some have only the foundation remaining. There are some that I view with the influence of the surrounding scenery and others that draw my focus because of their disrepair. I am fond of the house at Potomac Forks (mile 164.8), named for the nearby confluence of the North and South Branches of the Potomac River. Of course, there I'm swayed by the adjacent structures and trees. I know that with a photographer's eye, you might find a particular angle for your photos that I have never taken time to view. I think your plan to document the lock houses with photos is a great idea and I hope you publish your work. I know that many trail users will be interested in seeing it.

Yes, that's my favorite section of the towpath. A lot of people don't like the trail between the tunnel and Little Orleans but it really is pretty nice if you have a little bit of front suspension.

Yes, Santos trails are nicely designed. I've never been to Pocahontas State Park. I'll have to check it out.

Yes, and I'm going back to Florida for some more in a couple months. Biking is a "Fountain of Youth". Just a little more than ten years ago my doctor told me that I'd better start exercising or I wouldn't be around much longer. I was in terrible shape. It's amazing what a little less beer and a lot more activity can do for a former couch potato. 😀

Thanks for the comment!

Yes, but what should we call them now that they are not on the end of the bars? Bar-mids?😀

@@an_over-the-hill_mountainbikerlol 😂 that name works for me 👍

Thanks for the comment 🙂

You can get on the trail at the parking area in the town of Little Orleans, Maryland. You go east less than a mile to the ramp at 2:27.

To get to the trail at Little Orleans, you take the Orleans Road exit off of Interstate 68. I hope my reply is helpful. Let me know if you need more information.

Thank you, Carson, for the comment. I keep trying to improve on my videos and it's nice to hear good reviews!

​@an_over-the-hill_mountainbiker keep up the good work!

Yesssss! I'm probably racing Nationals there next summer😊

Thank you for the nice comment. I did have perfect weather for that ride. I grew up in in Cumberland and have been riding the towpath since I was a kid. My most enjoyable rides have been in September and October. However, if I have to ride in rain, I'd much rather ride June, July or August. Thanks again and many wonderful miles of riding to you!

Thanks for the comment. I haven't been on the WMRT since I did that video. I have been trying to get an old friend back into biking and I am planning on taking him on the WMRT this weekend. I think he will enjoy it.

@@toddburdette Thank you for the encouraging comment. I keep trying to make improvements and comments and critique are appreciated.

Good to hear from you. Hope to see you on the trails. I watched your last mountain bike video and I was wondering how that crash happened. I know what it's like to suddenly hit the ground and then try to figure out what caused it. Anyway, keep on riding and have fun!

@@an_over-the-hill_mountainbiker Wasn't paying attention and just clipped my left handlebar on a small sapling and just went down. Bent my handlebars but was able to straighten them out but lost my GoPro

@@gregghershberger7968 Yep, I've done that as well and will probably do it again. It's just hard to stay totally focused on riding when there is so many things that can grab your attention while riding in the woods. Be safe.

Thanks for commenting. That trail is short but I found it enjoyable and figured I'd let people know about it.

Thank you for the nice comment. Maybe the next time you are on Sugarloaf you might try "Wild Turkey" at the new Clay Mine Trails. I had a great time riding the trails there last week and just published a video of my ride on Wild Turkey. kzbin.info/www/bejne/nmKyh2Sljaitl9k

I actually did get to check that one out ! However it was at the end of a long ride and I was so tired to actually enjoy it lol. They did a great job building it

@@kridstax2248 yes, I liked Wild Turkey but might have it enjoyed it more if I wouldn't have slipped a pedal and ripped up my shin. I was planning on riding Woodcock but figured I'd better get the bleeding stopped instead. Eighteen stitches fixed me right up 😁.

From the town of Ohiopyle, you take Sugarloaf Road (SR2012) about 2 miles. Turn right on Grover Road (gravel). Go down the hill on Grover about 0.3 mile and turn right on a gravel road into the parking area. I can send a map to your email or Facebook Messenger if you would like.

Thank you for the comment. The trails at the Clay Mine Trails already have a nice variety and several more miles are being built. I'm looking forward to riding them all. I joined the Ohiopyle Biking Club and intend to help build and maintain trails with them.

Thanks for the comment and encouragement. I know exactly what you mean. Although I still ride a few technical trails, I'm finding joy in trails where I can get more cardio as well.

Thanks, I'll be doing another fork maintenance video soon where I will do a fork that will require a little more rebuild including the air chamber.

Fun trails to ride! Thanks for the comment 👍

@@an_over-the-hill_mountainbiker for sure, I can't wait to go back already!!

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In the park the trails are fun and safe. Outside the park may be another story.😂

I ❤WV mountain biking!

Thanks for the comment. Sorry to hear about your Bullit, nicc bike.

Thanks for the comment. I appreciate you letting me know that my video is providing the information that I intend to provide.

Thanks for the critique!

Thanks for the comment. Hope to see you on the trails sometime.

Thanks, I appreciate the compliment. I'm trying to improve the presentation of my videos. Any suggestions on what I might do better can be helpful.

@@an_over-the-hill_mountainbiker I thx u do a great job 👏 ur vids are always informative with trails names and locations .Thanks for the vids.

Thanks for the comment. I can't wait to get back to santos this October!

@@an_over-the-hill_mountainbiker hopefully, you get great weather. 👍🚴

I rode the trail last week. The Allegheny trail up to Canaan Loop Road is in good shape. Had a few muddy spots on the Promised Land trail. That Canaan Valley mud is really hard to clean off the bike. sounds like it should be a great ride. have fun!

@@an_over-the-hill_mountainbiker excellent, thanks so much for getting back to me! I spent almost 2 hours getting mud out of places I haven't had mud before after riding the Davis Trail to Plantation, all the way out to Table Rocks...suffice it to say, I will likely avoid those two trails and try to stay on the more east facing sides of the Canaan Mountain and the Beaver Creek/Moon Rocks/Hellbender stuff!

We'll have a fun ride!

Yes, I agree. A fun trail but way too short. I also found Twister to be a fun trail and it is a little longer. I do love Santos! Thanks for the comment.

@@an_over-the-hill_mountainbiker you should check out some of the trails at the 49th street trailhead. Trails like Christmas, new years, nayls north and south, canal diggins, etc.

Thanks for the comments and letting me know that I'm succeeding in making pretty good progress. Your comments encourage me to continue trying to improve my channel content. Suggestions are welcome.

Thanks. I appreciate your comments.

Thank you.

You live in a great state. I live in western Maryland and can see West Virginia out my back window. I'm in the process of getting my house ready to sell so that I can move to Davis, WV soon. I love riding, fishing skiing and snowshoeing in the Canaan Valley. Thanks for subscribing.

@@an_over-the-hill_mountainbiker Good luck on the house sell . wv is a great place to live if you like being active for sure .

Thanks for your comment. I try to make videos that help people find great places to ride. You really can't find a wider variety of great trails than there is in WV.

That is Middle Ridge trail. Promise Land trail and Middle Ridge trail are very much alike. Both can be accessed from the parking lot below the Hotel at Canaan Valley Resort State Park.

It was perfect! Thanks for the comment..

@an_over-the-hill_mountainbiker My pleasure, it was a good watch from the 1st State while I work on bikes. I'll be 56 before the next full moon, wish me luck

@@shafiqjan1474 Good luck, stay in shape and I hope you have many good years of riding!

@@an_over-the-hill_mountainbiker same to you...

Yes, I watched your Raystown video. I'll be riding at Raystown soon. Good to hear from you and glad you weren't injured when you clipped your handlebars.

Anytime, Pat. As much as you ride, I'm sure your suspension could benefit from a service.

Yes, Twister is fun. I rode Twister the same direction twice. I guess I should have tried it in the other direction. Did you video your ride on Twister?

Thank you for the nice comment!

Glad it was helpful!

I love that place. More than 50 miles of single track. My favorite blue trail is one called Twister. Lots of black diamond trails and wooden features.

Cool, Maybe I can meet you down there sometime. @@an_over-the-hill_mountainbiker

I'm thinking about going back down there in late October.@@paddyoohh3882

lets make a plan. @@an_over-the-hill_mountainbiker