Cycling the George S. Mickelson Trail in South Dakota

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9 ай бұрын

The Mickelson trail in South Dakota is a 109 mile long rail trail that winds through the Black Hills. This is the most scenic rail trail that I have ridden so far. The town of Deadwood is at the northern terminus. The trail goes through Lead, Rochport, Hill City, Custer, Pringle and ends at Edgemont at the southern terminus. Mt. Rushmore, Crazy Horse and Custer State Park are attractions near the trail worth visiting. Definitely put this trail on the "must-do" list.

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@cattalkbmx 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing with us. Your footage and narration are always top notch. Honestly some of the best cycling content out there. You capture the feel of being out on your bike about as good as you can, I always enjoy your posts. Thanks Paul!

@jeffreymcmillan7703 9 ай бұрын

I agree.

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

Sorry for the slow response. I've been out bike touring. More videos coming. Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!

@haviland586 5 күн бұрын

Great production and great music. Thanks for this.

@dooley-ch 9 ай бұрын

Delighted to see you back on your bike once again, long may you continue! Thanks for sharing another great video.

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

Sorry for the slow response. I've been out bike touring. More videos coming. Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Stay safe and ride on!

@jimiedrake4972 Күн бұрын

Keep on Riding ✌️Appreciate the great content.

@scottyboy60098 Күн бұрын

Great stuff as usual, great drone shots and music. Your commentary is the best of the bike trip videos, be they trail or road.

@sagehiker 19 күн бұрын

I did the Mickelson this year May 2024 ahead of Memorial Day. Ernie, the State Patrol Ranger, was the only person I saw from Pringle to Edgemont, 35 miles. The only con was lack of information on camping along the trail. Most of the trail is ROW thru private land, so make sure you know where the patch’s of Black Hills NF are where wild or dispersed is allowed.

@paulsuchecki3985 14 күн бұрын

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. You met Ernie? He's a cool guy. There are a few shelters for camping along the trail, but not many. And they might not be where you need them to be. Ernie was the one that suggested to me that if you camped off the trail, out of site, not on private property, keep a low profile and don't draw attention to yourself, nobody would bother you. But you didn't hear that from me nor Ernie. Thanks again. Stay safe and ride on!

@dsa5394 9 ай бұрын

We did part of it a couple of years ago. I've always wanted to go back and do the entire trail. Now I want to do it even more. Thanks.

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

Sorry for the slow response. I've been out bike touring. More videos coming. The Mick is a great trail! Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!

@jimjr4432 8 ай бұрын

In 1978ish I was offered a job as a forester for Custer State Park. Alas, I did not take it due to family constraints. However, I was so impressed by the Park, the management and the beauty of it, I wish I was there now. One thing I remember to this day, just, I believe, east of Custer the town was a restaurant called, "Custer's Last Hamburger Stand". It still cracks me up. Thanks for the informative video, I'd love to ride that some day. Blessings.

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

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

@randyperkins5759 8 ай бұрын

Really great to see you out there again, Paul. I’ve missed your adventures and your very straight commentary. Hope you get out again soon.

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it! Just got back from a bike touring trip in Wisconsin and northern Illinois. It's great to be out riding again. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!

@JScherr 9 ай бұрын

The best video of the Mickelson trail that I’ve seen.

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

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

@savagepro9060 9 ай бұрын

Old-School panniers, da bomb!💣💥

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

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

@TheRickurb 9 ай бұрын

Little Big Man quote! ❤️

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

Thanks. 😎

@toolscarriagesmodellbauand7246 8 ай бұрын

Wonderful episode. I like your narration very much. Thanks for takin me along. Best wishes from Germany

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

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

@Luigi13 8 ай бұрын

It is a great video full on information scenery and humor. Thank you Paul, from Oregon state. Cheers.

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it! I hope to ride in Oregon next summer. Hope to see you down the road. Stay safe and ride on!😎

@rickute1458 9 ай бұрын

thank god you posted another video Paul, both my wife and i love watching your videos !!

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

Sorry for the slow response. I've also been out bike touring. More videos coming. Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Hope to see you down the road. Stay safe and ride on!

@alanwilliamson6421 9 ай бұрын

Those tunnels are awesome

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

Sorry for the slow response. I've been out bike touring. They are. The whole trail is awesome. Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Hope to see you down the road. Stay safe and ride on!

@comeconcon569 6 ай бұрын

Beautiful part of South Dakota.

@paulsuchecki3985 6 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. I love the Mickelson trail. It's one of the best.

@markg7834 8 ай бұрын

Just discovered this channel. Excellent video with great production and sound. Watching this makes me want to load up the truck, leave NW Louisiana and head for the Black Hills and the Mickelson Trail. Keep up the great work.

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

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

@elwynanderson9947 8 ай бұрын

Love your upright riding posture. Proof it can be done. I had back surgery a few years back. Now always ride upright Dutch style. Outstanding narrative! Many thanks.

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it! I have neck and shoulder issues. The upright position is probably less efficient, but its more comfortable and you can see better. Thanks again. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!

@TheDNCatzGaming 9 ай бұрын

Paul, your videos are a true embodiment of Americana. Always excited to watch your new uploads, and I always end up inspired and excited to get some miles in by the end! This one was especially beautiful--please keep up the good work!

@uniworkhorse 9 ай бұрын

I agree, it's super americana, and I love it! Appreciation for the beauty of the land and its history

@Luigi13 8 ай бұрын

@@uniworkhorse I do second your thoughts. Cheers.

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

Sorry for the slow response. I've been out bike touring. More videos coming. The Mick is a great trail! Thanks for the kind words. I really appreciate it. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!

@davidsrunningvlog7679 8 ай бұрын

Congratulations on putting together the definitive overview of the Mickelson Trail. This was a fantastic video. I ran 50 miles of the northern section of the trail about a year ago but have not done the southern part. I will be sharing this video with a lot of friends who plan to visit the area. Great job.

@paulsuchecki3985 7 ай бұрын

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

@alistairtrumbo3587 8 ай бұрын

We live just a few hours from you in mid Missouri on Rte 66. Just returned yesterday from a late season ride on the Mickelson centered around Hill City. We managed to do 3 of the tunnels. It is a well maintained trail with beautiful scenery all along it. Well worth the trip. Ours was cut short a day due to a significant rain snow mix event. Thanks for your efforts to document the beauty and history of the trail.

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it! The Mick is a great ride. I've rode across Missouri on the Katy trail and the Trans Am. There's a lot of history on old Rt. 66. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!

@castle228 8 ай бұрын

Great review, Paul! I appreciate the effort you put into this. I'll definitely be adding the Mickelson Trail to my list! Cheers!

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

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

@francisblackwell7597 8 ай бұрын

Another wonderful video!! Your lodging/camping choices/decisions (hotel/air BNB, etc.) much appreciated. 1) Would be nice to know names of specific places (hotel, etc.) where you stay 2) Would also be nice to know your transportation decisions (personal vehicle, rental, Amtrak, etc.) to/from starting/ending points of your rides. Looking forward to your next ride!!!

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

Sorry for the slow response. I've been out bike touring. Videos coming. The Mick is a great trail! Actually, my wife and I took 2 vehicles out to the Black Hills. That way we could self-shuttle. Small hassle getting out there, but gave us major freedom on the trail. We rode the trail in 4 days. We stayed in Deadwood the first 2 nights and then in Custer for 2 nights. My wife prefers air BnB's. So I leave that up to her. There are lots of accomodations in the Black Hills. It's a popular tourist destination. Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!

@francisblackwell7597 8 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!!@@paulsuchecki3985

@davidkuntz4142 9 ай бұрын

love the drone shots!

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

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

@johnjoyce7438 9 ай бұрын

Great video Paul....I'll be adding the Mick to my riding bucket list.

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

@FrenchProfCC 8 ай бұрын

What a beautiful video. Loved the drone shots, and the tunnel shots in particular!! Thanks!!

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it! I love my drone. Its like a flying camera. Its a fun toy. Stay safe and ride on!

@banjomechanic 8 ай бұрын

I am sooooo glad I subscribed to your channel. I bike mainly rural roads and gravel coal roads in Southern Indiana but I’m getting into the rail trail bit. Went and rode the Tunnel Hill Rail Trail in Illinois recently and now I need more of these to ride on. The Mic looks like a great trail. Your commentary and drone game is second to none! Thanks for sharing your journey on all these trails!

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

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

@stephendifeliciantonio8269 6 ай бұрын

The Katy in Missouri, The Gap in PA, and the C@O are also ones you shouldn't miss.

@elbowspeak 8 ай бұрын

Thanks, Paul. Your drone game is beautifully complimenting your terrestrial, documentary commentary. These are getting better every summer. I look forward to every one of your trips.

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

Sorry for the slow response. I've been out bike touring. More videos coming. The Mick is a great trail! I think this is my best one yet. Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!

@tzk121 8 ай бұрын

Beautiful trail Paul! Brought back a lot of memories from when I was stationed at Elmsworth AFB outside of Rapid City, SD a couple decades ago lol. It' has some beautiful scenery, even the prairies with the tumbleweed rolling by and coyotes howling. I visited Deadwood and Mt Rushmore several times and went skiing in the Black Hills...good times!!!

@dancokinos8476 9 ай бұрын

Thanks Paul. I have to agree you put together some of the best bike related material on the web. The visuals and commentary are great, the music matches well and you keep things moving.

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

Sorry for the slow response. I've been out bike touring. More videos coming. The Mick is a great trail! Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Stay safe and ride on!

@Dancinbear1995 8 ай бұрын

This is by far the Best video I've seen of the Mickelson Trail! Well done Sir! Excellent explanation of the granite outcroppings; never knew that about the crystalline structure; thank you! Just a word of advice; don't be laying down Ace's & 8's and declaring you've got a full-house! You'll be laughed out of the casino! Stealth camp? What stealth camp? ; )

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it! I know. 2 pairs. You're right, I'm not a card player. LOL! Stealth camping is like stopping on the side of the trail after dark to camp and hope nobody see's you. Some people do that, but it can be risky. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!

@duanemcdonnell8804 9 ай бұрын

G'day Paul, I will say it again, you are a legend mate! Great stuff, I learn more about American history, mixed with a bit of comedy and surrounded by some beautiful countryside, that I would get from normal tv or from the library. Love ya stuff mate, watching from Aussie 🇦🇺.

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

Sorry for the slow response. I've been out bike touring. More videos coming. One of these days I'm coming to Australia to go bike touring. G'day! Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Hope to see you down the road. Stay safe and ride on!

@reginazucchero6085 8 ай бұрын

Hi, I'm a new subscriber here, thank you for sharing your bike adventure to us. I enjoy watching your bike tour. I feel like I am also riding with you. Thank you and have a safe ride.

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

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

@Rottingboards 8 ай бұрын

Great review! Thanks for letting us know you stayed in motels. That peaked my wife's interest.

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it! My wife's doesn't really camp either. Plenty of motels in the Black Hills. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!

@dustysadventures 8 ай бұрын

Looks like a beautiful trail! Putting it on my bucket list.

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

@JPBVideo 9 ай бұрын

Another one for my bucket list. Thanks for your always spectacular footage and commentary!

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

@dougtraver8382 9 ай бұрын

Rock On Paul Rock Onnn!! 👍👍

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

Sorry for the slow response. I've been out bike touring. More videos coming. Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Stay safe and ride on!

@rivnuts7398 9 ай бұрын

I like your tour videos very much. They capture the essence of what I like about cycling and give me more trips to add to my bucket list. The video quality and editing is top notch. Keep on keepin on!

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

@uhu69 9 ай бұрын

Very good to see you back Paul! Your videos are always interesting and a welcome respite from teaching. Hope you're enjoying retirement my friend! Na zdrowie 😄 Alex 🍻

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

Alex, sorry for the slow response. I've been out bike touring. So far retirement agrees with me. More videos coming. The Mick is a great trail! Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!

@Radoslaw731 9 ай бұрын

Loving your videos Paul 😊 keep it up ❤

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

Sorry for the slow response. I've been out bike touring. More videos coming. Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Stay safe and ride on!

@bowsart 8 ай бұрын

Nice job, brother came in from Mt Rushmore to Hill city last year to Deadwood on our cross country trek. Awesome trail!

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

Very cool! Thanks for watching. Sounds like a great ride. Stay safe and ride on!

@erikpeterson25 8 ай бұрын

Great video and history 👏

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

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

@reeceholmes8546 9 ай бұрын

thanks Paul, another fine route with lots of history, great stuff

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

Sorry for the slow response. I've been out bike touring. More videos coming. Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Stay safe and ride on!

@budcline 9 ай бұрын

Wow, what a fantastic trail with an equally fantastic video describing your 4-day journey riding it. Top notch video as always that is not only entertaining but also very informative. Who would guess that you were a science teacher in a former life before retirement? So good to see you back out on your bike and to see your sidekick riding with you! This is a trail that I would have loved to ride back when I was able to do so!!

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

Thanks Bud, Sorry for the slow response. I've been out bike touring. Now I'm a full time bike tourist. at least while I can. The Mickelson is a great trail. She's a little camera shy. Thanks for watching. Hope to see you soon.

@bikesandbeyond618 9 ай бұрын

Great video once again Paul. Drone shots are fantastic. Very informative as usual. I recommended your channel to someone on Facebook this week who was looking to ride Route 66 in Illinois.

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

Sorry for the slow response. I've been out bike touring. More videos coming. Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Stay safe and ride on!

@gerarddriscoll5599 9 ай бұрын

Nice work much appreciated 🚴🚴🚴

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

Sorry for the slow response. I've been out bike touring. More videos coming. Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Stay safe and ride on!😎

@Kevin-ib1ly 8 ай бұрын

Many thanks! Another awesome review!

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

@tonyorme6446 8 ай бұрын

Definitely on a future bucket list...!

@bikingviking6688 8 ай бұрын

New subscriber here, Paul. Love the Mick! Maybe I'm biased as it's in my home state😊.Did it for the first time last year w my girlfriend. Had a blast! Great editing and videography. You absolutely HAVE to do the Hiawatha Trail in NW Montana. Would love to see your video on that. Keep up the content and looking forward to catching up on your previous videos. 🤙🏻🇺🇲🇸🇯

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it! The Mick is a great ride. The Coeur d'lene and Hiawatha trails are on my list. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!

@UnhingedHarry 9 ай бұрын

Another great video of a great trail. Thanks.

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

@AndrewBroadbent-dr8wb 5 ай бұрын

Love the trail, thank you.

@paulsuchecki3985 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it! Sorry about the slow response. It's a great trail. The Black Hills are awesome. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!!

@bombero3368 8 ай бұрын

Thoroughly enjoyed the video. Thank you.

@paulsuchecki3985 7 ай бұрын

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

@philiporourke7896 8 ай бұрын

Great vid, its always fun to learn about another trail. Thanx.

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

@randybarber6833 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing your adventures with us Paul! Another great video! This one is on my bucket list.

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

@gregpriddy8595 8 ай бұрын

Another great video, Paul. It put a smile on my face. Thanks! G

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

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

@jdiament3774 9 ай бұрын

Really appreciate the video Paul. Thank you

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

@carlgroch4579 6 ай бұрын

Thank you, I appreciate the cycling tours and your commentary.

@paulsuchecki3985 6 ай бұрын

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

@LVang152 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for the video. This is on my bucket list.

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

@sherriephillips5234 8 ай бұрын

This was our first time seeing your videos. What a blessing! It was just beautiful! 😊

@paulsuchecki3985 7 ай бұрын

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

@douglas1559 9 ай бұрын

You rock Paul!😂 always great videos so much to see and enjoy thanks for sharing.

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

@robertnelson6553 9 ай бұрын

Great video! Thanks Paul.

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

@coffeesocket2607 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing Paul, great video!

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

@robertanthony2015 8 ай бұрын

Awesome video thank you Paul!

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

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

@meclucas 9 ай бұрын

Amazing video and place. Thank to you I have added these rail trails to my must ride bucket list whenever I get the chance to visit the USA.

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

@verlinrice9955 9 ай бұрын

Paul, yet another great video representing a great trail❤🎉😅😊Thank you for brining us along with you.

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

@35jays 8 ай бұрын

Excellent video and good job narrating. This is on my bucket list and thanks for the video!

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

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

@stephendifeliciantonio8269 6 ай бұрын

Really enjoyable video. You do a great job. On our bucket list for 2024. Thanks.

@paulsuchecki3985 6 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. It's a great trail. Stay safe and ride on!

@lloydsplace101 8 ай бұрын

i rode a new 15 spd schwinn around spearfish canyon and devils tower in 1983. loved it. 65 miles each days. couldnt do it nowadays

@paulsuchecki3985 7 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Sounds like a great trip. Makes for a lifetime worth of memories. Stay safe!

@carrollvoss4611 7 ай бұрын

excellent vids, drone views, description of the trail, elevations and what to physically expect, and timing for sections to plan for and lodging. dialogue was perfect. thx for sharing vid.

@paulsuchecki3985 7 ай бұрын

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

@dog-so1vj 8 ай бұрын

As always, superb. Great scenery and information. Thanks for the geology lesson...🚴‍♂️🚴‍♂️🚴‍♂️

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

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

@TheRickurb 9 ай бұрын

I love your videos Paul! Keep on pedaling

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

@lindajesse8250 8 ай бұрын

Great to have you back Paul.😊

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

@towerhillbilly 8 ай бұрын

Thanks for this wonderful video! Very inspiring.. You have some serious skills

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

Wow, thank you! I really appreciate it! Its a great ride. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!

@CornCountryRails 7 ай бұрын

Hello Paul! Great video and wonderful coverage of the trail highlights. I will add it to my Bicycling Bucket List. Thanks, Tony

@paulsuchecki3985 7 ай бұрын

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

@tstillwell386m 7 ай бұрын

I need to add this trail to my bucket list! Great video!

@paulsuchecki3985 7 ай бұрын

You should! It's a great trail. Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Stay safe and ride on!

@CyclingAlaska 8 ай бұрын

Cool! Never heard of this trail! Thanks for bringing us here! Looks ideal for a gravel bike.

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

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

@outbackwack368 8 ай бұрын

We were there a month ago and I biked about 50 miles of it... WONDERFUL trail! We love the Black Hills area and can't wait to go back! Thanks!

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

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

@user-cc2yd5ih2n 8 ай бұрын

Ok, I have to say, you did a good job on this and the C&O/GAP videos. Great footage, great info, and excellent narration. Thanks for an enjoyable and very helpful video as I prepare to start bikepacking.

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

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

@markmartello 8 ай бұрын

Paul, thanks for the great videos! I just recently found them and have been catching up. Your tag line, "go ride your bike." Has been responsible for motivating me to get out and ride my bike last Monday (almost 4 hours) and again today (2.5 hours). Thanks for sharing your videos with all of us, and motivating us to go ride our bikes!

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it! So, it's working then? Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!

@andyml1 8 ай бұрын

Thanks for a great video with excellent drone work! Love the “inclusion” of geology too. 😉👍

@paulsuchecki3985 7 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. The Black Hills is all about the geology. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!😎

@arthurhamlin9998 9 ай бұрын

Great video Paul. Best wishes ✌️

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

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

@PedalingAdventures 7 ай бұрын

This trail is now on my must ride list.

@paulsuchecki3985 7 ай бұрын

It's a great trail. Thanks for watching. Hope to see you down the road. Stay safe and ride on!

@karlsarkozi3626 8 ай бұрын

Another beautiful and informative video Paul. This trail is really interesting - I would really like to do it after seeing your video!

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

@braxtonperry1981 9 ай бұрын

Always Great to ride With You Paul

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

@uniworkhorse 9 ай бұрын

The older trail patrol sporting a tracklocross rig - badass! Looks beautiful Paul, great footage and it looks like you're having a lot of fun with your drone :). Beautiful trail, I'll put this on my list, you make touring look awesome and approachable.

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

Ernie is a strong rider! Sorry for the slow response. I've been out bike touring. More videos coming. The Mick is a great trail! Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!

@jgbarre 8 ай бұрын

Love riding the Mick! Sheep’s Canyon was my favorite section!

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

Sorry for the slow response. I've been out bike touring. More videos coming. The Mick is a great trail! I love Sheep's Canyon too. My wife's favorite part of the trail too. Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!

@user-td4yz6sd1p 9 ай бұрын

AWESOME VIDEO

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

Thanks! 😎

@Textheinfidel 9 ай бұрын

You lucky dude!!!!! On my retirement to do list!!

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

@Textheinfidel 8 ай бұрын

No worries! Iunderstand!!

@forgottenstompingrounds3230 9 ай бұрын

Thank Paul

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

Sorry for the slow response. I've been out bike touring. More videos coming. Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Stay safe and ride on!

@dondonner1095 9 ай бұрын

I have missed a few episodes somehow. Mickelson trail definitely on my list. Surly Bike? Nice. Thanks for taking us along.

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

Sorry for the slow response. I've been out bike touring. More videos coming. The Mick is a great trail! I had to try the disc brakes and fat tires.Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!

@brentjennings3267 8 ай бұрын

Thanks Paul for your great video and sharing knowledge on rail trails. I believe riding these trails is getting more popular. Being in Idaho I am a bit bias, but if you ever get the chance to ride to Coeur d' Alene rail trail in north Idaho it will be a real adventure. It is great trail! Take care and thanks again for making these videos. They are awesome.

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it! The Coeur d'lene and Hiawatha trails are on my list. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!

@corese75 4 ай бұрын

Hi Paul, thanks for the vid again. Tell your wife she is lovely and has fan in the Netherlands. You are blessed.

@paulsuchecki3985 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it! I'll tell her. Thanks. Stay safe and ride on!!

@alanwilliamson6421 9 ай бұрын

Great job paul

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

Sorry for the slow response. I've also been out bike touring.Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Stay safe and ride on!

@alanwilliamson6421 8 ай бұрын

@paulsuchecki3985 no problemo, I'm surprised you responded at all. Can't wait to see the next adventure. Have a great day.

@livingthemidlifeadventure5882 8 ай бұрын

I've been wondering when you would get out there. Great video brother!!

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

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

@donaldreinholz3745 8 ай бұрын

Definitely on my list

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

@WW-ef8dw 8 ай бұрын

Good to see you back and especially to see your wife spending time with you on the trail. I noticed the new Surley. I hope your beloved Miyata wasn't totaled in the accident.

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

Sorry for the slow response. I've been out bike touring. More videos coming. I can get her to ride 20 miles on a bike trail with me, no more than that. No, I totaled my Trek 520. The Surly replaced that one. Details later. Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!

@mariospenard5125 8 ай бұрын

Sweat ride! ❤

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

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

@Garkleck 9 ай бұрын

It was great meeting you in Chicago a couple weeks ago! My wife and I were grinning the rest of our ride

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

Sorry for the slow response. I've been out bike touring. Thanks for stopping and saying Hello. I really appreciate it. The lakefront is awesome. Stay safe and ride on!

@effort1584 8 ай бұрын

One of my favorite places to ride. I have ridden in the "Big Mick" twice. It is riding the whole trail, 109 miles, in a day. As a 62 year old who is just in my third year of biking that means ample breaks and around 11 hours to complete the ride. The "Big Mick" ride is supported so you do not need to bring food, they can help if you have breakdowns (at trailheads or where the trail is by the road) and they have shuttles to get you back to Deadwood (always rides south). Highly recommended. If you want to take more time to look at the scenery then you will need more time. We ran into cattle on the trail one year, but not the other year. Have seen a buffalo heard near the trail both years. South end has no cattle gates, which is nice. I agree that the trail is well built and maintained.

@paulsuchecki3985 7 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. The Black Hills are awesome. 109 miles in a day is no small feat. Sounds like a great ride. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!