A Tale of Two Rail Trails in West Virginia

In June of 2023, I went to West Virginia to ride some Rail Trails. The Greenbrier River Trail and the North Bend Trail were on my list. Which trail do you prefer? Both are historic trails. The Greenbrier River Trail is about 77 miles long and goes north and south from Cass to Lewisburg. It follows the Greenbrier River as it goes through the Monongahela National Forest. There are 2 old tunnels and about 25 bridges. The North Bend Trail is about 75 miles long and goes east and west from Clarksburg to Parkersburg. The North Bend Trail boasts 10 tunnels and over 30 bridges. Both go through some awesome deciduous forest and some very quaint West Virginia towns. In this video I take a casual ride down both trails and compare the two.

[@timphelps3568]

Paul, you put a lot of work and effort into all your videos. Your attention to detail keeps me watching all the way through. Another great video! Thanks for sharing !

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. They're fun to make. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!!

[@johnmeadows5645]

I lived by the Greenbrier at Spring Creek when i was a kid. There was a little train that made a daily run between Cass and Roncevert. It hauled the mail and one boxcar, sometime a flatbed car with logs and a passenger car. We could ride between Roncevert and Renick for ten cents.

[@KrishnaBalakki]

Music , nature sounds , drone shots, narration and may be countless hours of editing effort make your videos a pleasure to watch.Its not the fancy clothing , expensive gear or the speeds . You show us the simple joy of riding the bicycle. May be thats the beauty that is embedded in these videos. Keep churning out videos like these. Happy bicycling and stay safe.

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it! Combines my 2 favorite hobbies, bike touring and making videos. Hope to see you down the road. Stay safe and ride on!!

[@gerarddriscoll5599]

Wish we had trails as long as this in the UK. Thanks for your hard work Paul. 🚴🚴🚴

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. I hope to make it to the UK some day for some bike touring. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!!😎

[@geoffreyhoney122]

Oh Paul, now you've gone and done it. I've got two more trails for the bucket list, especially because Ive never been in a tunnel with a bend in it. I'll bring my light for sure! Love all these tunnels and bridges! All best wishes for your continued recovery and many thanks for these stellar videos! Roll on and thanks for taking us along!

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. They're both well worth the effort. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!!

[@aaronsunderland8838]

Yay first to enjoy Thanks from New Zealand :)

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Greetings from the USA. 😎

[@terylteeter562]

Your camera and video work is appreciated. I know you must need to stop and start many times to entertain us. You give us the bike Fever and we are always looking for new trails. Your footage and comments are invaluable!

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!😎

[@videospot64]

Awesome to see your videos again. You're an inspiration for this 50s biker. Rail trails are my favorite. The quality of your videos has really become much more polished. I love the drone shots!

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks. Glad you like them! I really appreciate it. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!!

[@johnromberg]

It's been a while since I watched one of your videos, or any biking videos for that matter. I played this thinking to myself: "I hope it's that guy". And it was! I love your videos "that guy"!

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it.

[@budcline]

One of your best videos to date! Of course, I am a bit prejudiced given I a native of WV and have ridden some of the Greenbriar Trail. The WV Tourism Bureau should hire you to do their TV spots! Great video skills along with great story lines for both trail rides. Your choice of music accompanying the WV scenery was spot on! I look forward to your next video as always. So good to see you back on your bike and out enjoying the trails!!

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks again, Bud. I understand your bias about WV. I went to Elkins and Seneca Rocks before I knew Sharon and fell in love with the area. I'm enjoying making the videos, gives me a creative outlet. It feels good to be back on the bike. As always, hope to see you soon.

[@blazz573]

Almost heaven!

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Almost!! Thanks for watching. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!!

[@marknthetrails7627]

Heading up to the Greenbrier with my brother on a Lectric (mine) and Pedego (his) for three day trip in the low 50's. Two Ohio boys born in Madison, WV. Almost heaven in the rain is better than anywhere else... Thanks for video, mine won't be near as good. Thanks for the work 👍✌🖖🥃

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it! Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!

[@acebikemedia]

Looks epic and as usual, amazing job Paul. Very underrated channel.

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!!

[@GoingOffTheTrailz-tu3ly]

Great trails. Greenbrier River Trail is on my wish list. Nice video.

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. The Greenbrier is a great trail. Stay safe and ride on!

[@roseshriver6700]

Thanks, I very much enjoy your work.

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it! Stay safe and ride on!

[@Ginanjarmp]

Im new to this channel and im hooked, its like watching tv series

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!!

[@benslooking4coolstuff]

Great angles! Great vid!

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!!

[@johnseaark8706]

So good man! I love your channel Paul!

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!

[@dooley-ch]

Nice one Paul, thanks for making the effort and sharing it with us.

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!!😎

[@buzzinbill1962]

Wish I knew you were in the neighborhood, would've invited ya to supper, I live about twenty miles or fewer from North Bend tail, really enjoy your channel

[@paulsuchecki3985]

That's sounds great. My wife is from Elkins. Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!!

[@Tony-Riley]

Great video! I’ve ridden both of them. So much fun!

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really enjoyed them both as well. Stay safe and ride on!

[@daviddorr4683]

Great job man lot of information thank you

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Stay safe and ride on!

[@liquid50hawaii]

Absolute Pro Video...Im going on that ride🤸

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Have fun! It's a great ride. Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!!

[@liquid50hawaii]

Come ride in Hawaii! Love your channel and the music you choose... It's tough to find good usable tunes... But really... Your editing my friend is top notch✌️

[@madisondeans5566]

Great trails,I want to check both out!thanx,Paul for great informative video,as usaul!😉👋

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!!😎✌

[@WheelsonaBike]

What a little stunner of a trail. Never heard of it. Thank you for sharing this adventure with us!

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. The greenbrier is a great trail. Well worth doing. Hope to see you down the trail. Ride on!

[@jeffcooley7577]

I always enjoy your videos, Thank you!

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Stay safe and ride on!!

[@madiantin]

Absolutely fabulous video as always. Thanks, Paul!

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!!😎

[@Mike-vd2qt]

Great work, thanks very much.

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!!

[@Call_Me_Dragon]

Living the dream

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Always. Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it.

[@philiporourke7896]

Great vid, dude. One of your best, thanx.

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Stay safe and ride on!!

[@gregpriddy8595]

Kudos for another great one. G

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks, I really appreciate it. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!!

[@flaeuro]

Good to see you back 💪💪🚲👍

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks, I really appreciate it. It feels good to be riding again. Sticking to the rail-trails for now. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!!😎✌

[@douglas1559]

Always great videos Paul,thanks for sharing .

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Ride on!

[@rafriedman]

Always enjoy your videos! Ride on!

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!!

[@BusterThompson-ei1hp]

Yep definitely going on the list! Thanks for sharing

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!!

[@pazitor]

Wow, Paul, thank you so much for putting this on my bucket list.

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!!

[@rayjones4951]

Thanks Paul. Loved it!

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!

[@dustysadventures]

Two great trails. Thanks for sharing them.

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. WV has some awesome trails. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!!

[@dougtraver8382]

really like all your videos, well done!!

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Glad you like them! Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it.

[@reeceholmes8546]

thanks Paul, history and a beautiful trail on a bike, two of my favourite things in life

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Mine too! Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!!

[@fredirle7173]

Great video, great trails. I added both to my bucket list of rides to do. Thanks

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. They're both well worth the effort. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!!

[@user-np5dh8cu9p]

Really enjoyable video of two trails. Thanks for the warning on how chunky the second one is. I'd definitely prefer the Greenbrier. I look forward to more videos on HOF rail trails!

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it! I prefered the Greenbrier trail. Better trail conditions and more scenic. Hope to see you down the road. Stay safe and ride on!!

[@paulmartin2455]

I try to ride the GRT end to end at least every other year, but when I can't get there for awhile, I like to watch videos of others on the trail. Yours, sir, is one of the best I've ever seen. Thanks for taking us along on your ride. Beautifully done.

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks, I really appreciate it. Th GRT is a great trail. The New River is on my list. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!

[@hdtravel1]

Paul - glad you survived the tunnel ghosts !!

[@paulsuchecki3985]

LOL!!! Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Stay safe and ride on!!

[@outbackwack368]

Excellent, Paul, THANKS! These trails are just what the doctor ordered! Have fun and stay safe out there!

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks, will do! I really appreciate it. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!!

[@marks6041]

Another fantastic video Paul! Always appreciate the effort you put into making these and your story telling! I get a kick out of your no nonsense approach to bikepacking and expert advice and observations! Also great to see you on your new Surly Disc Trucker after your unfortunate cycling mishaps! I'm a retired 65 year old cyclist who lives in Cary, NC so I need to get out and check these W. Virginia trails out! Thanks again, stay safe, & best of luck as always!

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. It feels good to be riding again. The Surly is a tank, but it goes almost anywhere. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!!

[@southernswing]

great video!!! Keep them coming

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. I've been out riding most of the summer. About to take a September bike tour. More to come. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!

[@arthurhamlin9998]

Loved the video Paul. So glad you're back in the saddle again. Best wishes ✌️

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. It feels good to be riding again. Thanks! Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!!😎

[@michaelflowers]

Great video !!!

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it.

[@johnrosado2166]

Awesome video Paul. Hope to see more soon😊

[@paulsuchecki3985]

More to come! Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!!😎

[@deanpicard3115]

Great video! Just found you! My wife and I found west virginia this summer and we are hooked! We rode several rail trails but missed these 2. Thanks for the added inspiration!

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Welcome aboard! Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. WV has some awesome trails. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!!

[@philandthedash1682]

Nice video, and timely too. We were looking for info on this trail for a fall trip. Great images and storytelling

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks, I really appreciate it. WV has some awesome rail-trails. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!!

[@TheDNCatzGaming]

Slowly getting into longer rides and bike packing after attending this year's RAGBRAI and have to say, these videos really get me amped! Love the content, Paul!

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. I almost went to RAGBRAI this year, but couldn't fit it in. Maybe next year. Was it fun? Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!!

[@randybarber6833]

Another GREAT video! The Greenbrier has been on my bucket list for a long time! Thinking of checking it off in October.

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. WV is really pretty. Almost heaven, right? The Greenbrier is a great way to see part of it. Have a great ride. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!!😎

[@olafsodyssey6509]

Hello Paul. Now you're riding in my back yard. Like you, I love riding the Greenbrier River Trail, it's a real gem. As a proud West Virginian, I'm appreciative of your great video that showcases the great things that make my home great. Wishing you safe travels.

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. I fell in love with WV the first time I went to Elkins and Seneca Rocks in the 90's. The bio-diversity in WV is incredible. Thanks again. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!!

[@whatsupwithrichard]

The scenery in West Virginia is beautiful. Our first trip through the state was last fall, and we enjoyed it thoroughly. To ride it would be such an adventure. Your commentary is very insightful, and the drone shots always add a cool perspective to your videos. Now, to take your advice. It's time to get on that bicycle.

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. WV is really pretty. Almost heaven, right? The Greenbrier is a great way to see part of it. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!!

[@uhu69]

Great video as always Paul! Those new Surly 41mm Extraterrestrials look great for gravel and pavement! I hope to bike from Lockport to Rochester soon (still watch your Erie Canal video for tips). Thanks for filling up my bucket list of trails! Alex 😀

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. I do like the tires especially for gravel trails. The Erie canal is a great trail. Have fun! Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!!

[@matthewrschuler]

Excellent double feature Paul. Would love to ride either of these trails some day. 👍

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. WV has some awesome trails. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!!😎

[@briangee2869]

Paul, it's so great to see you back in this space.

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it! Its great to be back. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!

[@alexmorgan3435]

From across the pond in UK, love your videos. If I can one day, would love to come over and ride a few of your great trails. If not then I continue to enjoy them vicariously through you. Many thanks. Nice Surely disc trucker.

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Greetings from the USA. I hope to make it to the UK someday to do some bike touring. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!!

[@jeffreykreiley7265]

Beautiful! Good choice of music too.

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. I like the music too. I figured bluegrass would go well in WV. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!!

[@francisblackwell7597]

Wonderful video, as always (really loved opening train whistle!!) ***How did you manage your car/suv--leave it @ end points and get shuttle back to starts?? If yes, how to arrange shuttles??*** Thanks again, and keep those videos coming!!

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Truth is that my wife and I take 2 vehicles (SUV's) and self-shuttle. It's a bit more cumbersome on the front end, getting there. But once there, we have a great deal of freedom. Sounds crazy, I know. But it's working so far. Thanks again. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!!

[@dog-so1vj]

As always, awesome video Paul. This trail is definitely on my bucket list. My mother's family is from Upshur County WV, not too far from Cass. It's a beautiful area up there. Thanks for sharing.

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Very cool! Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. My wife is from Elkins. Going back in the fall when the colors change. Looking at the Allegheny Highlands trail. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!!

[@turtlecrawford6468]

Awesome job capturing these trails. I live just east of Salem and I was just on the Greenbrier River trail last weekend. Saw my first 3 bears south of marlinton. New sub

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Very cool! Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. WV has some awesome rail-trails. My wife is from Elkins. We plan on going back in the fall when the colors change. I haven't seen a bear in WV yet. Thanks again. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!!

[@blindgg]

Paul, your videos are so charming. The editing and story telling is fantastic, and as a beginner bike tourer / bike packer I feel like I'm learning so much. Thank you, sincerely. Glad to see you're still uploading

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. More to come. Hope to see you down the trail. Ride on!

[@jeffreymcmillan7703]

Another classic by the Bicycling Adventures channel. Awesome!

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!!

[@ride_loaded]

I've been on tour all summer and haven't been on KZbin, since the last time I watched you got a Surly, nice!

[@paulsuchecki3985]

I like the Disc Trucker, but it is a bit of a tank. I feels like it can go just about anywhere. Definitely trying to put some miles on it. Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!!

[@robertanthony2015]

Wow great video Paul! My grandfather grew up in Pocahontas. His father was a coal Miner. Thank you for sharing this trail on my bucket list

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Very cool! Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!!

[@derbywinner6316]

This is a good ride for me and my husband. 25 miles each day yeah 🚴‍♀️. Thank you for sharing

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks, I really appreciate it. My wife is good for about 25 miles, on a trail, no cars. So we take our sweet time and take many stops and many pictures. WV has some great rail trails. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!!

[@ilias4156]

wow, what an opening shot!

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Everyone loves an old time steam train whistle!! Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!!

[@gmckemie4281]

Paul, I know when the school year is done in Illinois; I have come to expect to enjoy watching cross country bike trips at a pace I can relate to. Thank you for documenting and sharing your passion.

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Been out riding most of the summer. Now I'm retired, so time for a September bike tour. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!

[@FollowThomas]

Awesome! West Virginia trails are like a biker's paradise. These trails have everything that you could dream of. I'll definitely add these to my list. Maybe I will ride in a fall when leaves are turning colorful. Thanks for sharing. 👍

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. WV has some awesome rail trails. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!😎✌

[@kurtnorstad693]

Thank you so much

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. 😎

[@abeglazer3374]

nice work

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Stay safe and ride on!

[@TheBlindAcorn]

Nice video. I learned two things I hadn’t considered. The W for whistle sign and the strategic placement of stops on GRT

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. I learn something new everyday. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!

[@gregkollasch5494]

Great video Paul ! I appreciate the rail trail videos. I’ve traveled lots of trails in the Midwest, never ventured east, further than Wisconsin for rides. That trail is inspiring, I’m gonna look into greenbrier for this riding season possibly. Your long haul trucker looks comfortable, I’ve never seen a touring bike setup like that, I like the swept back bars. I may actually try a setup similar to your. I’d like to see a video sometime of your touring rig!

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it! The Greenbrier is a great trail. I'm working on a video about my Disc Trucker. But it's going slow. Here's a link to my handlebars. I like the upright position. It's more comfortable but probably less efficient. Wald 1066 Handlebars amzn.to/3fLRHVH Hope to see you down the road. Stay safe and ride on!!

[@johnmclean8643]

Great video as always.Good blend of facts,humor and Americana 🇺🇸..Love the hand made maps..I make written que sheets,turn by turn on my long day rides..Now I’m gonna go “ride your bike “….🚲

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Sounds great! Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!!

[@michaelbroyer3918]

I love this video. The videography is solid and so is the narration and good old fashion humor! I did subscribe and like. I am planning an out and back of the Greenbrier trail the last week of February 2024 and praying for no blizzards 😂. Surly makes nice bikes and your choice of handlebars is interesting, but ride your own ride. I would like to have seen some camping and relaxation content. I give your video an A!

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it! Sorry about the slow response. The Greenbrier is a great trail. Have a great trip. Stay safe and ride on!!

[@therapyhouse4164]

I did the Greenbrier from south to north this past June I wonder if I passed you. I did the North bend trail the year before and it's Eastern end was a complete mess that you wouldn't want to even attempt without 2-in tires. Great video

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Both are excellent trails but the North Bend is a little rough. Hope to cross paths (again). Stay safe and ride on!

[@cjfetters]

you put down some serious miles and keep it kool all at the sametime!

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. We really took our sweet time riding these trails. Too many kool spots. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!!

[@nathansweeney9877]

"...beautiful and mysterious" Bet that got you some bonus points. 😀

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Right on, Bro'!!😁

[@TheJhtlag]

Thanks for the head's up on the North Bend Trail, I will check that out maybe this fall. I did a short section around Cairo many years ago but seeing a lot of improvements here. Love the Greenbrier trail, the food at the Dirtbean was great although that's been a long while too, love the sofas and stuff (the air conditioning wasn't great but the place was comfortable) I've camped at a small campsite *behind* Watoga one of the few place I've camped where you may not hear airplanes overhead. Lewisburg has some good food options too.

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for the tips, I really appreciate it. WV has some awesome rail-trails. My wife is from Elkins. We plan on going back in the fall when the colors change. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!!

[@OutdoorsWithJohnUSA]

Wow Paul this was a cool trail. You do I nice job filming these. Hoping to do a trip in Vermont soon.

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Vermont sounds awesome. Have fun! Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!!

[@MonchoDeLaMota]

Definitely want to try it. I like New River Trail in VA.

[@paulsuchecki3985]

You should! Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. I'm going to do the New River trail in Sept. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!!

[@marksadventures3889]

You really deliver on this one! Triple Feature?! That's class. Thanks Paul - only one thing, I'm going to have to hop the pond for some time to do all these trails.

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Greetings from the USA. I may have to visit your side of the pond some day for some bike touring. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!!

[@marksadventures3889]

@@paulsuchecki3985 there are some spectacular trails to do here 🙌 so much to see. You will be very welcome.

[@gustyattaway6419]

Thank you.

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Ride on!

[@jims9415]

Excellent video. I rode the North Bend Trail in July. As you noted, the chunky gravel does wear you down. I was on 38 mm tires. Had an excellent campsite at North Bend State Park. I ride the Greenbrier River Trail every Fall. It is awesome. Jack Horner's Corner (store) near the Watoga State Park / Seebert is a great lunch stop.

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching, I really appreciate it. WV has some awesome rail-trails. My wife is from Elkins. We plan on going back in the fall when the colors change. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!!

[@parman3942]

I like the look of the Greenbrier Paul. We've done a little riding in WV, my wife is from the western side of the state.

[@paulsuchecki3985]

WV has some awesome rail trails!

[@billklaus2239]

The sound of the Shay engine and always whistle makes me weepy. I wish I had come across your path! I read both frequently. Thanks for an authentic view of both trails. Next time catch the Allegheny Highlands and West Fork trails.

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Everyone loves an old time steam train and whistle. My wife is from Elkins and the Allegheny Highland trail is on the list. Just found the West Fork. What about the Mon Trail? I heard it connects the North Bend trail to the GAP to Pittsburgh. Thanks again. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!!

[@billklaus2239]

@@paulsuchecki3985 the roads between the North Fork and Mon Trail are narrow with blind curves. Soon though I hope to be able to ride from Clarksburg to Pittsburgh without having to survive trucks in narrow bends.

[@paxrat5893]

what a cool intro!

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks! Oldtime trains are pretty cool. Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!!

[@Jaaaaaffff]

It never occurred to me that you could do a 20-30 miles tour day. I've not done many, but the pressure to do 5+ hours on the saddle is real. That looks like a fun trip

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. My wife is good for about 25 miles, on a trail, no cars. So we take our sweet time and take many stops and many pictures. WV has some great rail trails. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!!

[@peppermintpig974]

Love seeing the Disc Trucker Surly out for a good workout! Looks beautiful there. I'm trying to plan a route from VT to NC and looking for good trails that afford stealth camping and stay out of the city and the coast.

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. The Surly is working out great so far. Sounds like a great trip. Stay safe out there. Hope to see you down the road. Ride on!

[@peppermintpig974]

@@paulsuchecki3985 You too! Stay safe and enjoy. Maybe one day! We are experiencing a long string of rainless days in Vermont as we approach foliage season, so as long as I don't get swamped with bike repairs I get some riding in before snow falls.

[@cheezy-rider]

Thanks for the videos. I really enjoy them. I'm not that far from Parkersburg so the North Bend Trail is on my list. The Greenbrier is a little farther but it looks like it's definitely worth the trip. If you are looking for a nice weekend trip I might suggest what I call the Wright-Patt Tecumseh ride. It's about an 85 mile trip total here in southern Ohio with accommodations on both ends and about half way through. At one end in Dayton is the Wright-Patterson AF Museum which is a great place to visit. The Orville and Wilbur Wright museum isn't too far away also if a person would want to check that out. On the other end in Chillicothe is the Tecumseh live action drama which I would highly recommend. It is about 75% rail trail with the only road riding being a 20 mile stretch through cornfields on straight back country roads between Jeffersonville and Washington Court House. Happy and safe travels and looking forward to your next video.

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. WV has got some great trails. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!

[@rainbowhiker]

Welcome back partner. Missed ya. Rode one of my rat bikes this morning. Just in town. An ol' Schwinn Continental. Posted a video.

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. I'll have to check your video out. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!

[@rainbowhiker]

@@paulsuchecki3985 Roger that!

[@joyfultrails]

Great video! What a beautiful area... I just posted a video of a trip my Dad and I took to Cass to ride the train up to Bald Mountain. We loved it.

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Awesome video. Well done!! Just subbed. Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!!

[@joyfultrails]

@@paulsuchecki3985 Thanks! I really enjoy your videos. You’re an inspiration. 🙂

[@astroblast9352]

Decker's Creek is a great rail trail up in Morgantown WV.

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. WV has some awesome rail-trails. I'll have to check into that one. My wife is from Elkins. Gotta do the Allegheny Highlands trail. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!!

[@astroblast9352]

@@paulsuchecki3985 I’ve been wanting to do that trail also! Look forward to seeing a video on it!

[@vkdeal]

Paul, great video as always. I'll be doing the Greenbrier this fall, likely covering it in two days. My buddy and I have done most of the North Bend in sections doing. out-and-back rides. I think you're being a bit generous in your B grade. I wouldn't give it more than a C. The trail surface is pretty bad for a rail-trail and changes depending on which county you're in. Of course, riding it like we do means we have to go over sections twice in one day which can get hard. The scenery doesn't compare to anything in the mountains and you're in some of the least populated counties in the state so amenities are sparse. However, it has more tunnels than any trail I know of and some are very long so there's that. Just wanted to throw in a slightly different perspective from a native West Virginian for potential riders. Spot on about the Greenbrier though.

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. The Greenbrier is a tough act to follow and I've always been a generous grader. North Bend State Park was really nice and the town of Cairo was charming. But, I agree. The scenery on the North Bend doesn't compare to the Greenbrier. Plus the Greenbrier had many more and nicer trailside campsites. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!!

[@HikingWithShawn]

Another great video, Paul! We still need to get in a ride together one of these days when we're both around. My girlfriend and I want to go check out the Greenbrier now. I'm going to start researching the logistics of it haha

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Hey Shawn. Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Do you have any ideas for a collab? I was thinking of doing a video about the Lake Glendale trails in So. Ill. this fall when the colors change. Maybe? Think about it.

[@HikingWithShawn]

@@paulsuchecki3985 Heck yeah! I'm game with that. I live about 20 minutes from Glendale. I ride those trails often. I even created something called the Shawnee Challenge that uses that trail. It's a fun mountain biking experience for sure.

[@KK-hd2gk]

Excellent video, excellent job. It has inspired me to make the trip and give it a try. I have always been fascinated by this beautiful state. Wondering if there is any shuttle service available & long term parking to return to your vehicle once finished?

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks, I really appreciate it. WV has some awesome rail trails. I'm sure there are shuttles on most long trails. Truth is, my wife and I used 2 vehicles and self-shuttled. It was a bit of a hassle on the front end of the trip. But self shuttling gave us more freedom to enjoy the trail at a leisurely pace. I have found some shuttle services to be rigid and unreliable, especially when busy. Usually you have to make reservations well in advance and operate on their time table. Thanks again. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!!

[@johnaddario4915]

Hi Paul,thanks for all the great content. Glad you are well and back on the road. Was wondering if you had any suggestions for very durable gravel tire. I run 700 x40 now. Thanks again, now go ride your bike.

[@paulsuchecki3985]

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. My Surly Cross Check came with Surly Knards (41's). It's a light knobby tire, but I like it on gravel trails. My disc trucker came with Surly Extraterrestrials (also 41's). A good gravel and pavement tire. I'm certainly no expert on tires, there's lots of good tires out there. I like just about anything by Schwalbe or Continental. Look around on-line. I hope that helps. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!!