Biking around Chattanooga, Tennessee | beer, bbq, and bridges

Welcome to Chattanooga, Tennessee! Today we’re exploring Chattanooga by bike and hitting up a few new spots in Chattanooga and trying a few new foods and drinks along the way.
While we’ve only been living in Chattanooga a few weeks, this place is already feeling like home and we’re falling more in love with the people and places in this city everyday.
FEATURED PLACES IN THE CITY
Where is Chattanooga, Tennessee? goo.gl/maps/Jvt8skBdys8dgbbN6
Goodman Coffee Roasters: g.page/goodmancoffeestelmo?share
Tennessee Riverwalk: goo.gl/maps/WWXLWCS98Z3YzFu597
Vinterest Southside: g.page/VinterestSouthside?share
Locals Only Gifts & Goods: goo.gl/maps/gtHRBCjpYSW5dWh26
Naked River Brewing and BBQ: g.page/NKDRiverBrewing?share
Walnut Street Bridge: goo.gl/maps/qbHdx3KgpY2rbwj8A
TIMECODES
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2:04 - Goodman Coffee Roasters
3:25 - Tennessee Riverwalk
4:26 - Vinterest Southside
5:47 - Locals Only Gifts & Goods
7:42 - Naked River Brewing and BBQ
10:00 - Walnut Street Bridge
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== A B O U T U S ==
Hey y'all! We're Chris + Sara (or as you know us, Let’s Be Us), a husband and wife digital nomad travel duo currently working and traveling full time with our pup, Kramer. We've always dreamed of traveling full time, and in May of 2018 we took the leap and made it happen! Today we're balancing work and fun everywhere between the Pacific and Atlantic. From hiking and cycling to tacos and coffee, we're trying to see and experience as much of this world as we can! While our home is currently on wheels in our DIY Sprinter van, our travels take us all around the world.
Be sure to hit subscribe here on KZbin and follow along on Instagram for more daily fun! Oh, and be sure to say hi while you're here. :)

[@chrisandsara]

For more adventures be sure to follow us on Instagram www.Instagram.com/letsbe_us or @letsbe_us Thanks for watching, y’all! ☺️

[@trusoundlowvolumedrumheads1002]

Try the Boathouse very very good.

[@bobbregazzi2925]

Kramer is cuteness personified ,even though he couldn't catch a cold ..lol

[@edwardscharly]

Aww, Kramer. Bless him. So nice to be able to live vicariously through you in Chattanooga. I miss it! Thanks for your videos.

[@chrisandsara]

Thanks for watching, Charly! :)

[@marcustheknight]

Kramer is officially my favorite character.

[@chrisandsara]

He’s such a mess 😂 way too much personality in his 29lb body.

[@willperry7232]

We have a Labradoodle that cannot catch either, must be a Doodle thing. Try the Salted Carmel flavor Moon Pie.

[@john_jordan]

I was rooting sooo hard for Kramer during that slo-mo montage. 🤣 What a champ!

[@chrisandsara]

😂 he’ll keep practicing!

[@Mshellokittykidd19]

I live in Chattanooga and have my whole life and let me just say this video shows me that there is a lot I have not discovered yet. I guess I need to go down all those roads I get curious about never know my find something amazing.

[@njw9531]

Was on the Riverwalk Saturday! Lots of people out and that was good to see! Raised my boys in Chattanooga. Now I am in Crossville, TN, enjoying the hiking and empty nest life👏🏼

[@JordanEstes]

It’s so awesome seeing y’all hopping around our favorite places!

[@aprylhughes7226]

Welcome to Chattanooga!! I love living here. You should check out the hiking on Signal Mountain. Rainbow Lake to Edwards Point is a fantastic time.

[@briancollis9352]

Happy New Year and thank you for showing us some more of your new home together.

[@chrisandsara]

Happy new year to you too, Brian! ☺️

[@whitneyblomberg]

This is actually so fun to see our beautiful city and our favorite places featured so well. If I see you out, I’ll 100% say hi- don’t be alarmed. Welcome to Chattanooga! ❤️

[@salvadorsotounboricuaenten9914]

Moon pie is one of my favorite obviously, from Chattanooga, I loved that bike adventure like was with y'all guys thank You to bring me that opportunity I'm now far away but, my heart is there !!! I 'ii wanna come back to Chattanooga, T.N. SOON !!! My Happy Place !!! A BIG HUG from Puerto Rico guys !!!

[@reneeparrish5176]

I live in Chattanooga and have all my life! When I was younger, Downtown Chattanooga was nothing but a war zone and crime ridden. You didn’t go there “after dark”! Isn’t it amazing now? I live on the outskirts of downtown but my dream is to move to a condo and live the life you guys are! You make me happy with your outlook and I enjoy watching. Maybe I will pass you on the bike trails or downtown for a beer! I’m buying💕

[@moriahsilvers1245]

Moving back to Chattanooga in a few months! So glad to see y’all are enjoying my favorite city.

[@weezyduffy]

Guys! I’m loving your videos! Scotland is in another lockdown, so living vicariously through your adventures! 💛

[@chrisbailey5957]

Welcome to Chatt! I absolutely love your moonpie tag line “it’s from Chattanooga... you’ve got to try it” 😂

[@chrisandsara]

😂😂😂

[@brainitcher]

I’m an AZ girl born and raised, then spent 3 years in Utah where I met my husband and we moved to Chattanooga together 3 years ago! I love that you guys ended up here and that your having so much fun. I haven’t heard of Goldman’s, I’m going ASAP!

[@softwareprinces4562]

Hmmm. Wasn’t that the same iron Sasquatch outside the BBQ that was at the vintage store...? 👀

[@lkj974]

I remember, 55 years ago, my mom buying boxes of Moon Pies at the supermarket in New Jersey. Don’t know if it was made by the same company, but I will say I haven’t seen them since my early 20’s. That could be because I moved to the west coast. And that sleepy feeling after eating and drinking in the middle of the day is called a “post-prandial dip”.

[@micahtomlin2105]

Who else lives in chatt and feels like you might run into this couple downtown 😂

[@chrisandsara]

No joke, you probably will

[@ContagusCars]

For sure

[@akaemmaclaire]

subscribing to support some fellow Chattanoogans!!! 🤩 don’t forget to explore the “surrounding towns” like ooltewah, collegedale, or apison! keep up the great content guys 🥳

[@lucasdelosh5305]

Bikes & BBQ - excellent! Well, looks excellent anyway. I’ve got ribs going, hopefully ready later on today! And of course Kramer... how could he not freak out when you’re back! 😀

[@babsshaffer2652]

Last 30 seconds of this video was hilarious-the looks on Chris’ face! First, when he was waiting for Sara to stop gabbing so he could talk; 2nd, after he tasted that Moon Pie. 🤣 🤣

[@chrisandsara]

Chris is always so patient with me. 😂

[@HayleyandJake]

Omg Kramer 😂 keep trying buddy! You’ll get that ball! Loved the video 👍Reminds us of when we were in Chattanooga 😊 we loved the walnut bridge and we also went to the locals only store!! They loved Finnley😊 Maybe you can put the Sasquatch on the side of the van Chris 🤪

[@russellchastain5473]

Yes! Do your biking downtown where they have specific lanes just for you!

[@OneWayTicketAliHolly]

Chattanooga seems like its got a very chilled vibe! Cannot wait to hit it up! The video montage of Kramer catching was the best! :D

[@reneeparrish5176]

It’s amazing to live here! Welcome💕

[@CodyAulidge]

Yasss Ben Rector's drive... LIVE for that song!!

[@coasternut3091]

Outdoor activities are the real reason to visit/live in Chattanooga

[@sunshinedeb]

It's pretty cool that you can ride your bikes to local restaurants and stores, good location.. and you're right about Kramer his heart is all in trying to catch that ball, I was rooting for him! 🐾✌️💕

[@bethanimiller]

I’ve lived here my whole life. You have to try Two Ten Jack. It’s a hidden restaurant in downtown next to Warehouse Row. Best homemade ramen and cocktails ever! Check out Warehouse Row while you’re there! Gorgeous building!

[@tonydavis7913]

A little history.Purple Daisy's first location was where Goodman coffee is now. We actually put in that patio. We have been in st elmo for 16 years .Stop by and try our BBQ nachos on your next ride.

[@real_jc]

Used to be my playground. So missing the Riverwalk Trail.

[@harrison0550]

We were riding the river walk yesterday as well. Can’t wait until the have it opened back up from the dam all the way through downtown.

[@chrisandsara]

No way!! Small world. ☺️ it was a beautiful day for riding! Definitely looking forward to it being open again so we can just ride all the at to the dam.

[@carriekay5987]

What a fun video! I loved seeing the city via your bike ride. I used to live in Memphis but if I ever came back to Tennessee to live, it would be Eastern Tennessee. I liked Pigeon Forge & Gatlinburg as a tourist. All of Tennessee is very pretty to me, but I didn't care for Nashville. Oh ... I live in Portland. For now.

[@amandajones661]

I love that so many people from so many different backgrounds have the same traditions of taking down decorations on January 6th.

[@christiebrown8589]

hey! just a heads up if you want to train the dog more there is a place called blowing springs we take our dog there and they are amazing

[@waldrophomestead]

I live in Stevenson, Al about 35 miles from Chattanooga, I went to Chattanooga State just a few years ago and was a member of Carpenter Hall 74 there. Up till March I volunteered for the Aquarium....glad ya are liking the area....no ConNooga this year but next February ya come visit us at the Convention Center

[@heffelfinger007]

Go to Champy's for chicken, then across the street to Hutton and Smith for a beer! Also, microwave the moon pie for about 15 seconds. It'll change your world.

[@BradColemanisHere]

Fun little review of your day. Also, I love that Chris enacts his revenge via editing. :)

[@ChasetheJourney]

Great video. Chattanooga looks like a cool place. We'll have to visit the city when we get a chance.

[@chrisandsara]

Do! It’s a wonderful little place. ❤️

[@MURD3TH]

If you haven't gone, two ten jacks downtown in warehouse row is a great! Ramen, sushi. Its great for colder days (the rare we have). Welcome to chattanooga!

[@jenniferlane3657]

Love my city! Try Julie Darling Donuts on Frasier if you haven't already!

[@chickennugget2371]

I love the river walk

[@spritepixie]

Chattanoogans are very very proud of Moonpies. even though none of us really like them 🤣

[@annh2746]

I love biking on the riverwalk. I've not done it in a couple of years.

[@emmaball1221]

i’ve lived here my whole life, it’s weird to say but ik exactly where you house is😭 don’t worry i’m not gonna come ahah! the best part abt chattanooga is your so close to everything, ringgold, fort o, Alabama etc!

[@tiffanysmith7924]

Omg I have a golden doodle we take ours on hikes to the falls in ocoee in Cleveland it’s like 20 minutes from Chattanooga and there is a grate dog park in collegedale like 10 away from downtown Chattanooga and I recommend trying Beas in Chattanooga it has the best food and old style turn tables

[@jayloiselle9281]

Hello Great video! Is there a big music scene there? Like a lot of local clubs in and around the area?.....especially blues and jazz? I just started looking at this town and its looking pretty good. Thanks

[@chrisandsara]

We know they have a couple different music festivals and lots of concerts to attend but we haven't really dived into the club scene yet so we're not exactly sure what that looks like in Chattanooga!

[@pottsville8]

I would love to try your local coffee! I live in Seattle and I’m always interested to try new coffee that is anything but Starbucks lol I work in golf and this year has been busier than ever since golf course are one of the few things still open in Washington, a good coffee would go a long way around here, thanks for keeping us entertained during strange times

[@daviddickerson495]

I thought it was a "rule of the South" that Moon Pies were always paired with RC colas.......they are - interesting to be kind.

[@davidrutledge1482]

Thats ridiculous

[@KZWavy]

I was in Chattanooga with my girlfriend this past week - y'all make us want to move there!

[@gingersnaps6279]

I grew up in Maryland, we had moon pies here as well. The one you bought is half the size the ones we had. As for likeability. If you're in a pinch for something sweet its okay.

[@chrisandsara]

We will have to try those if we find ourselves in Maryland soon!

[@keyyonline]

Me and my boyfriend are moving to Chattanooga in May and we are so excited!

[@chrisandsara]

That's great, I'm sure y'all will love it!

[@ChristineCouncil]

Microwave the moon pie for a few moments before you eat it. Game changer 😉

[@edwardscharly]

YES!

[@chrisandsara]

Ohhh great tip, we will have to try that!

[@coreynelson9727]

The brisket nachos at Boathouse are amazing!

[@chrisandsara]

Ooo- we’re adding that to the list!

[@TheCoachis_BA]

I think you guys live near me. You passed my apartment complex twice in this video. Vinterest has a nice vinyl section as well.

[@ContagusCars]

Hey guys I really enjoyed your video. I am from Chattanooga and I actually pick up from Chattanooga Bakery that makes the moon pie. They are really good if you get them fresh. My favorite is the mint chocolate ones right now. Ok guys enjoy Chattanooga there's a lot to see here. Great content

[@chrisandsara]

That's so cool, maybe we will have to try the mint chocolate ones!

[@ContagusCars]

@@chrisandsara Thanks for the reply, really like your channel 👏

[@chrisnry]

Vinterest in Hixson is my favorite 👍🏻

[@greggf.1393]

Me too

[@lizziedrexler6427]

Have y'all tried syrup and eggs? They're hands down my favorite local breakfast place!

[@jpmerrick8886]

Also a b and b is so cool can't wait to stay and have coffee with cramer

[@oliviasteele7611]

okay y’all i love your channel. i live in chattanooga and it is pretty uncommon to see bloggers around here. love that y’all are breaking the mold!! love you!

[@lucycollandra8031]

Kramer just might be the star of your show. Have you ever considered getting a dog carrying basket for your bike so he could go with you on your adventures?

[@chrisandsara]

Yes, he really is! I'm not sure how Kramer would react to being in one of those baskets but it may be worth a try!

[@AleighhhhKate]

It’s crazy seeing people going to places all around my apartment downtown 🤣 I guess that’s while y’all are on my recommended!!

[@chrisandsara]

We love hanging out in that area. Maybe we will cross paths one day Aleigh!

[@VictoriaGates]

Check out the Refindery on McCallie if you have not yet.

[@chrisandsara]

We haven’t been there yet! Thanks for the rec! ☺️

[@reneeparrish5176]

You will love it! And also Ringgold Feed And Seed, Just across the line in Georgia! Great antiques!

[@MichaelKincaiddontroughit]

Hope you guys are loving Chattanooga! As a Z list KZbinr here, curious to know what is your go to camera gear for daily adventures like this!? 🤣

[@chrisandsara]

Hey Michael! A lot of this video was shot on our GoPro Hero 8, but we also used our Panasonic GH5, too. Those are our too go to cameras. We also have the DJI Mavic Zoom which we love but we just haven't been flying it lately. :) Hope to see you around town sometime!

[@joellafrazier1224]

That’s such an adorable dog! Check all the local thrift stores for things for your new house. You’ll find some incredible things there. So much better and less expensive than new stuff.

[@allenemilystewart6039]

I just saw some furniture in the store they went to that they had painted a silver... now I’m dying to go to a thrift store so I can paint something. Rustoleum 2x is fabulous.

[@sijilo]

Great new hometown 😁💐

[@chrisandsara]

It really is! We’re loving it here. ☺️

[@buildadventure404]

I just drove through Chattanooga!!! Don’t worry I’m not driving lol

[@sharonallen3070]

I agree with you, Sara. I grew up there but have never been keen on Moon Pies. They do tend to taste a bit stale and always have. It seemed to me to be rather of a cult thing, as in, "have a Moon Pie and RC Cola".

[@bonniebrown5102]

Girl, I know exactly what you mean about moon pies. They aren’t delicious( not bad either), but once you’re had one you just want more. Im craving one right now but they are a bit harder to find were I now live than in Chattanooga.

[@lenab9686]

There is a moon pie store downtown as well that has all kinds of stuff moonpie

[@amymaclure2366]

The montage of Kramer sucking at playing catch was hilarious!

[@photomatt2000]

I like Banana moon pie. There is a moon pie store on broad street right down from 5 guys. Try Charlies BBQ really good. It is on main street.

[@Mattymaddi]

MOON PIE SMORES will make you love them.

[@Portia1416]

Will you show a house tour of your new home?

[@cherishpayne1120]

moon pies are so good had them my whole life i’m from a small town near chattanooga you should put it in the microwave if you think they are “dry and stale” you’re missing out it’s so good

[@jodylewis3229]

I love you guys! You are making my decision to move to Chattanooga so much more appealing. Thank you. Give Kramer a kiss on his head for me.

[@chrisandsara]

We're so glad to hear that! We will 😊

[@greggf.1393]

Check out the Inside outside shop on Dayton Blvd. They have tons of old furniture imported from Europe.

[@chrisandsara]

We haven’t been there yet! We need to visit there soon. Thanks for the rec, Gregg! Hope y’all are having a good weekend. ☺️

[@greggf.1393]

@@chrisandsara Thanks, we are :) I've lived in Chattanooga my whole life and y'all are showing me things I didn't know were here

[@donglers]

Chattanooga gang

[@froggy5019]

The Moonpie general on Broad does sundaes with them, I like those a little better. Than just by themself.

[@chrisandsara]

Good to know, we will have to check it out :)

[@jaysparks7113]

For BBQ in Chattanooga, you MUST go to Charlie's BBQ and Bakery on the E Main, very south side .

[@christincadwell]

Omg. Goodman coffee is like 5 min from my house. I also know the own fairy well.

[@chrisandsara]

We might be neighbors then! 🙃 and Ian is awesome!! We’ve gotten to talk to him a couple of times now and he’s always so kind and interesting to talk to. Hope we run into you in the shop one day! ☺️

[@tiffanysmith7924]

I love less then 20 away but never heard of Goodman coffee is there patio dog friendly

[@emmaball1221]

y’all HAVE to go to the Mckenzie arena! they have “disney on ice” i’m not sure when it is but it’s GREAT! it’s in chattanooga we go every year! i’ve lived here my whole life

[@chrisandsara]

Great tip, Emma! Thank you!

[@rez29co2011]

Best BBQ in Chatt is 100% Charlie’s off Main Street. Also definitely try oddstory and wanderlinger breweries and sleepyhead coffee. We love living here so let me know if you want us to join you sometime for one of these awesome spots

[@chrisandsara]

We love Oddstory! Maybe we’ll see your around town one day!

[@dvarna1]

Put your Moon Pie in the microwave. Whole new taste and so good!

[@exploringchatt]

As I always say about moon pies "they look better than they taste." 😂 I'm with ya on that! Don't wanna diss them either, but they're definitely not amazing. The best one I had though was banana flavored. I'm not sure if they still make that flavor or not but it was better than the chocolate or vanilla.

[@allisonsherman7231]

Gotta ❤️Kramer!!!

[@chrisandsara]

He’s the best. ☺️

[@tr33mugger]

I'm actually driving by/through Chatt. today.

[@ejcastro9518]

That's a tiny moon pie! I remember when they were like 4" in diameter. Nothing is as big as they used to be. My dad loved them. Not a big fan of marshmallows maybe cuz of Peeps, one of the worst candies ever!

[@jenniferlane3657]

They still are that big lol

[@dawson0610]

Hello! Do you think you can do a video on the safety of Chattanooga? Every site I pull up says it's like the most dangerous city and has the most crime in TN. Neighborhood Scout have it a 1 which is the worst. Seems odd though since I have been there long time ago for school and it never seemed unsafe. But if you could please address this it would be great. Thanks for videos.

[@joshualee9517]

Moon pies😋🙌🏼

[@00bigbrian]

You to check out Aretha Franklinsteins on the north shore great little restaurant

[@chrisandsara]

That’s our favorite!!!! We heard they’re closed for renovations right now but as soon as they open we’re going to be heading right over there to load up on pancakes! ☺️

[@tedburnell5356]

@@chrisandsara the word is they are closed for good now :(

[@jonathangolden3495]

you two should check out charlie's bbq on main street and then pop over to yellow racket records right next to it. really good bbq and a really cool record store. plus, if you eat at charlie's and bring your receipt to yellow racket, you'll get a discount on any purchase.

[@geoffreyalangray7237]

What are you using to edit your videos?

[@mynaturaldestiny1957]

My mom loves Moon Pies!

[@numberofthewarlock]

Hey! Just moved to Chattanooga, its an awesome town. Protip for that moon pie, throw it in the microwave for a bit and turn it into a smore sammy 👌thank me later

[@jasonwalden5001]

Lol. I don't like moon pies either. Love the first try moon pie face!

[@dscluchfc]

Salted Caramel Moon Pies for the WIN!

[@chrisandsara]

We havent tried that one! We’ll give it a go before writing off moon pies. ☺️

[@dscluchfc]

@@chrisandsara The only place we can get the Salted Caramel in Lubbock TX is Cabelas!

[@MrHuntingsAdventures]

That disappointment when you found out that you didn't get another coffee bag :)