How To Choose a Bicycle Route Across the USA!

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I've ridden my bike across the USA four times, down both the east and west coasts, and the famous Great Divide route. In this video, I help you decided which cross country route is best for you. In short, they're all great. Have fun out there!
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[@paulbrunner1818]

My father was instrumental in getting the Katy Trail developed and installed as head of Missouri’s Department of Natural Resources. During the development, he had to constantly overcome objections by the proposed path locals (many communities) concerns of “partying trail participants.” He consistently discussed bringing tourism influence and money to these communities along with the healthy enthusiasm of people using these trails. So good to see your video discussing the value of the Katy Trail. Thank you.

[@callmebigpapa]

Thanks to your Dad/family! His contribution to the world will be long remembered!

[@jayteegamble]

What's wrong with partying trail participants? My RAGBRAI team rode Katy last year and partied along the route and everyone seemed to love having us there. We brought our wallets.

[@callmebigpapa]

@@jayteegamble haha you are so right most anywhere as long and you are stimulating the economy the locals will welcome you.

[@nikispaniki]

Thanks to your father. Haven’t lived in Missouri for a while but the Katy was a gem. I see it is expanding which is great to see. I rode across Missouri in 1995 on Hwy 8 and it was a nightmare. Bike definitely did not belong there.

[@dustinberry8900]

I grew up in Missouri, and have ridden the Katy from end to end. It’s a beautiful addition to our state. I wish more people had the mindset and determination of your father.

[@mooreoutdoor9841]

The Great American Rail Trail is under construction and is over 50% complete from Washington State to Washington DC. When complete it will also be completely separate from traffic. Can't wait to do it! I am planning to do the Katy Trail this September! :)

[@Liljoozy]

looks like it won't be done until 2040 though

[@Liljoozy]

looks like it won't be done until 2040 though

[@abcurtis3734]

I’m doing the Katy Trail this year as well

[@gmaneis]

Doesn't matter that it won't be finished during my lifetime. I"m 74. Just knowing it's out there and growing is awesome! Bucket list trip would be to ride as much of it as feasible, with gasoline powered links between the segments. Thanks, Ryan, for another fun and inspiring video.

[@mullethunter1802]

Really?

[@slotboyjapan]

From Japan. This video is the long sought one for me. I am looking forward to visit US trails at the end of Covid Crisis.

[@danl3946]

Be careful in America it is getting very violent here

[@FSEVENMAN]

I would recommend just starting your trip and doing it now..... The vaccine is spreading like wildfire and it feels like we have it under control here in America.... Just ride brother... Good luck upon your journey my friend.....

[@slotboyjapan]

Thank you for responding to my comment. I know Japan is behind in the light of vaccine policy, but we had better not underestimate the virus. I am envious of US bike packers because of huge gravel environment. Almost 90% of Japanese road are paved, never heard a long divide trail for bicycle. Sorry for my bad English.

[@dannyphillips88]

Mishima-San, your English is excellent. I hope you have a wonderful time riding across America. It is true that some places can have violence, but in my experience most Americans are very friendly and helpful. I hope you can share your experience with us on KZbin!

[@brianc233]

come on over

[@ChristianKauffman]

My friend and I biked from LA to Savannah when we turned 18. We followed Route 66 for the first 1k miles and then made our own way. Only 2,700 miles over 29 days.

[@matthewsmith6934]

I did a 20-day hammerfest from Seattle to Brooklyn through WA, ID, MT, WY, SD, IA, IL, IN, OH, WV, PA, NJ, and finally NY. It took 6 of 20 days to cross Montana...

[@busterthompson2267]

Damm dude that's impressive

[@exiledrabbit]

What is a hammerfest

[@mray8519]

3300 MILES = 165 MILES A DAY FOR 20 DAYS STRAIGHT. ABOUT 55,000 FEET OF ELEVATION CLIMB. 😳😵😩

[@matthewsmith6934]

@@mray8519 Our (there were 2 of us) route was just over 3000 miles as my friend's device tracked it (via calculation rather than a measurement). I'm unsure of the vertical gain but there were probably a couple days that felt like 10,000 feet or more.

[@gregjackson-ks1gh]

Awesome!

[@TheBicycleTourists]

Took until my early sixties but finally doing the coast-to-coast this summer. Stringing together as many rail trails as possible. Great content! Planning a route can be tough work.

[@alexriddles492]

I live in Missouri and do daytrips on the katy trail. It's even better that Ryan says.

[@richardmourdock2719]

Good for you. Looking at my 70th birthday in a couple months..... would love, have always wanted, to do a "coastie".............Maybe yet.

[@TheBicycleTourists]

@@richardmourdock2719 Better sooner than later! When I did Ride The Rockies a few years ago (a 7-day Colorado mountain group ride, with lots of mountain passes and longish miles, kicked MY butt) I got to talking with one of the ladies working an aid station. She was 85. I asked if she'd ever done it. She said yes, 14 times. And the first time was when she was 70. It's the great thing about biking. You can do it pretty much forever. Hope you do it! I'll be posting stuff from the road, if you need inspiration. Or a reality check! Cheers!

[@emresemerci1949]

Good to see you are doing it! Subscribed your channel and gonna start watching the whole content. :)

[@TheBicycleTourists]

@@emresemerci1949 And it was the experience of a lifetime!

[@dartarkana4279]

The biggest question is money and how your able to obtain it I started a bike tour from Ft. Walton beach Florida to Denver on 15 bucks It took me 5 mos. when I got there I had $700 left over😃 Cycling tours are in the hearts of those who love it no matter what Never let money stop your dreams Just be ready for occasional constant exhaust fumes and fewer showers

[@dimitriosfotopoulos3689]

Mugging while bicycling is no way to promote our community. Just kidding dude! I would like to hear more about how that happened. On on some of the shorter trips I have taken, I have met many trail angels. I can't stress enough how awesome these folks are, and I'm guessing you had similar experiences.

[@robertreynolds1044]

I did my first two tours in 1981,along with hitch-hiking (separately),then again in '86.But since then I've been incorporating the two activities together. Best rail-trail is the Mickelson from Deadwood to Edgemont. My name is Bicycle Bob and I approved this message.

[@bryceinlove]

as someone who bikes to work and on my days off i basically bike circles around my town, you sir have inspired me and a buddy of mine to get out and adventure across the country next summer. i salute you sir. with love, The Mississippi Land Pirate.

[@duzer]

Right on!! I love hearing this. Have fun on your adventure

[@geeroth5368]

So much great helpful info and advice in this video. Thank you for putting this together and posting for everyone! Riding across the US is sounding better and better! 😁

[@Happy_Biker]

Just another amazing video from you, Ryan! Thank you for all the good info and beautiful presentation.

[@paulfaulkner6299]

You really have produced some inspiring videos, Ryan. You've given me an idea or two for sure. Thank you

[@eighty6d233]

Just gassed myself out riding my bike across my neighborhood this morning and now KZbin thinks I'm ready to go cross country?

[@duzer]

Haha!! You can do it!!

[@PlayWaves1]

There's a bike trip from Key West, FL to Prudhoe Bay AK often called Keys to Freeze. Usually takes 6 months. The record time is 2 months by a 64 year old Gary Radford.

[@hoser7706]

Another fantastic video full of inspiration, fun, and facts! Thanks for the guidance ❤️🙏🏻

[@ShubhamMody]

I might not get the chance to travel these routes anytime soon, but hopefully one day! We all very much appreciate this information alongside all your fun and adventure videos! LOVE YOU RYAN ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@manuelmillan2373]

duzer out here reading my mind, was looking for cross country bike routes just last week XD, love your videos man!

[@michaelfernandez379]

Thanks Duzer you're the best motivator on Earth!!!

[@AdventuresOfDeez]

Love you brother thank you for all the great content and advice! Ive been working on getting my new bicycle all ready to go on an adventure and your videos have been an incredible help! Much Love From Ontario Canada

[@geraldwatts1104]

Greatly appreciate all you do promotting the sport!

[@JacobVangChristensen]

Funny seeing a recommended video of you where you talk about having 50K subscribers a year ago. So glad you're growing as a channel! You make real honest and down to earth content, keep being you!

[@OptimalTriathlete]

What a great synopsis of many choices all in one video! It's been a bucket list item to do someday but dang , now I want to do all the routes lol. Still not quite at a point in life for the block of time from work and fam needed to do it so will just start with practicing with some shorter routes and staying fit.

[@gordonvanlieshout8134]

Thanks for all you do for the cycling enthusiast. Watch more of your old videos for good information and beautiful scenery. Thanks again!

[@josheichenhorn8631]

You continue to by an inspiration, Ryan.

[@richardcheatham9490]

Well done, Ryan. I've been hoping to get back on another great road adventure and you've lit the fire. Went down the PCH with Scenic Cycling Adventures 3 times-even getting paid to ride sweep-and consider it three of life's overwhelming good fortunes. Followed that up with distance trips through western Europe. But it's been too long since then, particularly this last year. I thank you so much for the enthusiasm and re-awakening attitude. Happiest of trails to us both. Rick

[@lisajacobs4173]

Ryan - your KZbin channel is my absolute FAVORITE of them all! You sure have established a community of outdoor enthusiasts. I love how you have shared all of your biking adventures - your early bike tour on a three-speed cruiser is especially inspiring! - and also how you ask folks where they have ridden and/or where they want to plan their first or next long ride! Mine will be RAGBRAI! Hearing from other subscribers to to this channel, in addition to your fantastic content, really makes this channel a supportive community of kindred spirits. Marvelously done, my friend! Also, seeing Mira’s picture on your t-shirt really makes me smile! Sending lots of Aloha from Island of Oahu, Hawaii, your way, Ryan!

[@TheMorganamovies]

Tnks for everything that you share!!! Really good information!!!

[@user-kx1lz8xz1m]

Love it man! I have fond memories of my ride across USA 🤗

[@outbackwack368]

I would absolutely love to do a long trip, but it's just not in the cards given my age and health, so I will always turn to you to live my dreams vicariously! Thank you, my friend! Stay safe and healthy!

[@johnmcclain3887]

This is a really great video for someone who's not been on a cross-country ride before. I'm looking to take one this summer, and hope to be able to do at least a good bit of the northern route, if not all. I've been many times by car and motorcycle, dozens, and it's too fast, always a deadline to meet, I was sort of considering it, but you, Ryan, are invigorating. Thanks for all the great shots of the canal trails, the rail trails, and the off highway in particular. It's good to know there's that much away from the traffic.

[@larrytanzo4761]

Very inspiring! I’ve always wanted to do an ultra endurance ride. Your energy and excitement when sharing all this info helped me decide I will do it! Now to choose a route 😁

[@jamesp1045]

Great video Ryan. I hope to go on my first bike adventure soon. Thank you for the inspiration.

[@randyandjody]

Great info, thanks! One North/South route worth considering is the Pacific Crest Bicycle Trail. Parallels the Pacific Crest hiking trail through the Cascade and Sierra Nevada mountain ranges. Rode it with my wife back in 1999 and found it spectacular. I believe Adventure Cycling has maps now too as the original guidebook is out of print.

[@richardvaughn168]

Great content Ryan - your enthusiasm is contagious and you are a natural on screen! Thanks for sharing your advice and for your encouragement for everyone to 'get out there'!

[@duzer]

Thanks!!! I appreciate that

[@keathmcclellan2088]

I has completed GAP and C/O canal trail couple weeks ago loved every moments of it, want to do more of it thank Ryan for great support and motivate

[@nickvandam1214]

Adventure Cycling is awesome. I wanted to ride coast to coast and then I found out about them and signed on with their self supported tour. So much fun and you're right the people are amazing!

[@HackHunter1835]

1st. A 3 speed, think about that for a minute. 2nd, i cant get "happy thursday, happy happy thursday" out of my head! Thanks Ryan.

[@duzer]

Happy Sunday!!! Haha ;)

[@diegorouylle2225]

Duzer, this might just be my favorite episode of yours. you hit the mark. the goal here is to get people out there cycling our beautiful country and encouraging the process. good going

[@duzer]

Thanks Diego! I appreciate that

[@stephenturp2836]

Wise words my friend. Charming, small town America. I’ve seen a lot of this & due to Covid, I miss it. Your southern route with Nick was my personal favourite. Great information Ryan. God Bless America. Thank-you. 😊

[@calicocycles]

Here from Adam Hugill’s channel! My cat and I are bicycling the National Parks in the west, this summer - to start! Last year, we bicycled across America, together, and have done ~6,000 miles total. Videos on my channel!

[@duzer]

I’ll check em out!

[@WindsongPodcast]

Nice!

[@DirkHKanal]

I basically rode 4 of the 6 routes you suggest. While the transam trail, being 19 years old in 89 was the most life changing experience, I would say the GDMBR (in 2002) was the most adventurous and exciting. The way it slows you down and brings you even closer to nature made it so special that I would contemplate of walking the whole thing (CDT) the next time.😉

[@duzer]

I agree about the gdmbr! It’s life enhancing

[@edwardmaxam5415]

Did you go with people?

[@DirkHKanal]

@@edwardmaxam5415 Hi, in 89 ok the transam trail I started out with a group organized by adventure cycling and ended in San Francisco 6 month later by myself. In 2002 on the GDMBR I went by myself, but met lots of ppl i rode with for some parts on the way and finished in Mexico City.

[@bengt_axle]

Ryan, this is an excellent video on finding the best routes! A great tip to remove a stuck pedal is to put the contra-lateral foot on the pedal, squeeze the brake and put the wrench on the flats, between the lateral side of the foot and the pedal crank. This will stabilize the pedal and wrench so that you can put more force on the pedal wrench. Remember to turn towards the back wheel for both sides, as the left pedal will be reverse threaded. If you find your pedal is always tightening from riding, there's a problem with its bearings. They need to be readjusted and lubed. If you remove the back wheel and flip over the bike (not recommended for hydraulic brakes) so that the weight is on the saddle and stem, you can also use a shorter box which will more easily fit in the backseat of a car. Removing fork or even just turning it 180 degrees will give you even a more compact package and protect the fork, but it is a bit more work and your hoses must be long enough for disassembly without disconnection. A handlebar mounted mirror (e.g., Italian roadbike mirror, for drop bars) is a great accessory to keep an eye on the traffic behind you. Breakdowns and flats are great opportunities to meet new people, take a break and be creative about ways to get back on the road! Always offer to help someone else!

[@guifields]

Hi Duzer, This video is pure inspiration. Unfortunately, I have to wait, at least, one more year to ride one of this great suggestions of your video. I'm expecting to get better this situation to travel again to USA. Keep doing your videos and inspiring us. Let me know when you want to came to Brazil.

[@BarrySmithviolin]

Love your channel Ryan!! ❤️ Cannot believe how organized touring is now. So much KZbin content as well...INSANE 😳. Rails to Trails is super organized now..WOW I raced and won road races in many states way back in the 70’s Now planning my own tour around the world beginning February 21, 2022, with my violin 🌟

[@mav48185]

I wish I had a job where I can just leave like this

[@matgoesonadventures]

Man this is perfect! My brother and I just decided to tour across Canada or the US next year (depending on covid regulations), so if we do the US this will help a boat (bike?) load!

[@duzer]

Right on!! I wish you two all the best on your boat tour ;)

[@billcaulway9910]

Great summary Ryan! Thanks for doing this.

[@chasefalash9386]

True inspiration my brother and I rode a tandem bicycle from Washington to California one of the best decisions.

[@mokedokie]

Sites like this are very useful as we did our long trips with basic road maps and no internet. As a teacher with summers off we completed eighteen years of 500 to 1000 mile trips all throughout the western US/Canada and coast to coast on the northern Hwy.2 route (3,200 miles in 47 days) Difficulty is not as big an issue as finding time to do long trips. I would recommend less challenging rides like south on Hwy 1 Seattle to San Diego (or part of it) for a great first experience although there is a lot of RV traffic. Crossing big passes like Going To The Sun in Glacier is easy because I doubt the grade ever exceeded 6%. But I'd save crossing the Cascades in Washington until you get a few trips under your belt, also Hwy 50 through Nevada is long, hot, no services and is brutal in summer especially if you hit headwinds. The actual riding is just day by day (for us 75-80 miles daily) we only did 100 miles a few times. I hope many find the time and money and do it.

[@russello7311]

Michigan has over 3500 miles of rail to trails. Just as you say, flat and lots of little towns which cuts down on carrying food and resupply of water lots of lakes and rivers for bathing. Bears and pumas my biggest worry. Another great run is the run around Lake Superior, it's all road that's the only hold back.

[@TonyNelsonCamping]

Love this. Very insightful! Thanks, Ryan!! You're a true ambassador!! 🤩🙏

[@duzer]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@blainelozier132]

That my friend was so delightful! Thank you for putting this video together and encouraging and inspiring so many people! Including myself… May God bless you and keep you safe always.

[@hmork]

Pacific Crest bicycle trail, next! Why are you always so darned inspiring, mr. Duzer.

[@duzer]

Awesome! You’re gonna love it

[@highalpine7321]

Sierra Cascade for the win

[@dennisprice8798]

I live near the Pacific Crest hiking trail but I'm not aware of the Pacific Crest biking trail. Bikes are not allowed on the PCT.

[@hmork]

​@@dennisprice8798 It's on asphalt with cars. Based on a book from the 90s: www.amazon.com/Pacific-Crest-Bicycle-Trail-Paul/dp/0931255066

[@shanansp]

I grew up in Cumberland, MD where the C&O canal trail starts. Great ride from Cumberland to DC.

[@ThomLieb]

I live in Maryland and just started thinking seriously about riding that up to Pittsburgh.

[@froglegs4910]

Your biking tour is amazing ! Splendid sightseeing !

[@susanbrown3494]

Thanks for this, Duzer! Watching your first trek across the country inspired me to take a trip on the Southern Tier after I graduated from CSU in FoCo in 2018. Can’t wait until I can get out for another tour!

[@duzer]

That’s awesome!! So glad to got to experience the magic of bicycle touring

[@justinnikodemski7798]

Western Express section - It's incredible!

[@bolandbohlecke]

Will do the Pacific coast trail before i went 50y! I am 46 now.

[@darinhorton7957]

Thank you for this. It was great to hear about the different routes.

[@duzer]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@ricot6140]

Ryan, I love your attitude and your adventures. Thanks for the inspiration. It'll help me plan my cross-country tour in 2022!

[@duzer]

Right on!! You’re gonna love it

[@casvar]

Mira´s shirt! Great!

[@bbsparky33]

Haha! The book for the Pacific Coast still exists! Back in 2015, I cut out the pages I needed from that book and took off on my adventure following only those turn-by-turn directions! The hiker/biker sites were awesome and I found that Oregon publishes a map that includes the distances between H/B camp sites and amenities along the coast which makes things even easier.

[@duzer]

That’s cool!

[@vaughnblack1725]

Awesome Video my man, very helpful and inspiring!! Ride safe 😀

[@TheCyclingConquistador]

Great video Ryan this is one my dreams, keep doing what you do bro many blessings to you

[@Mike-vd2qt]

Great video Ryan, it helps to motivate cyclists to tour. The small towns can use the tourism dollars, and most drivers are considerate. I've crossed west-east three times, once north-south CA coast. GDMBR this summer finally.

[@duzer]

Very cool, have fun on the gdmbr!

[@labace2010]

love the Mira shirt!

[@andrewmonfort4881]

I know the town in the footage when you say "it was my first taste of charming small town america"! I grew up in that town. Never thought I'd just stumble across a video and recognize a small town in the midwest, much less one I lived in.

[@LIamaLlama554]

Thanks for the excellent video, Ryan!

[@sboeke91]

I planned my first multi day bicycle tour. I’m taking a week to do a big Northwest Illinois route. Going through various small towns in Illinois and riding along the Mississippi River. While it may not be as epic as your adventures, I’m hoping this is a gateway into something bigger.

[@mattanthony3963]

How did your trip go?

[@sboeke91]

@@mattanthony3963 Awesome. It was a lot harder than I expected it to be. But it was an absolute blast. I had fantastic weather and got to experience some really cool places. Highly recommend doing just any small trip. So fun.

[@driftwood4458]

I agree Ryan, it doesn’t matter which coast a begins. Before doing the Southern Tier I checked wind data from locations on the route. Most winds were crosswinds so it didn’t matter direction. We decided east to west for other reasons: having sun at our back riding west for safety and having lots of miles before hitting the climbs. Some folks plan every mile of their trip. I prefer some planning but allow the adventure unfold each day: serendipity ride.

[@danielburkholder1347]

Hey Ryan, I just gotta say I love watching you videos, I'm completely stoked to get out for my ride season. I've never traveled the distances on a bycycle as you have. Though I am compelled. Oh the Mira shirt your wearing rocks man!

[@jeffkelley4055]

Ryan you are the man. Always an inspiration

[@duzer]

Hello all you bike touring maniacs! How many of you have ridden cross country? Let’s hear some of your route planning tips. Also, here’s a link to buy a Mira shirt mira-la-perra.creator-spring.com/?

[@justpedal65]

As always Ryan...great content. Thanks for plugging the Katy. Just did a three dayer on it last weekend. Even had to hike-a-bike cuz of a collapsed bridge. Really awesome trip. BTW...Love your shirt. I'd love to buy one to wear at the bike shop when working, but I didn't see a link for it below?

[@duzer]

@@justpedal65 here you go! mira-la-perra.creator-spring.com/?

[@justpedal65]

Thanks man! True to size? I'm 5' 9" ish at about 165.

[@Arman2Dito]

wow out of stock already. It's both a good thing and a bad thing :)

[@carmenraedelaney2795]

Ryan, Looking forward to going coast to coast in 2022 at 64 years young. Love the shirt! Keep on pedaling!

[@jjhawk3582]

Thank you Ben stiller

[@duzer]

Haha ;)

[@955lamar]

Thanks for sharing. Great fun watching and love what you said about in the end, about long distance bike adventures making you a better person.

[@duzer]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@EarlyDawnTravels]

You are living the DREAM!! We did DC to Pittsburgh and I loved every second of it.

[@Aragorn.Strider]

I can imagine you would one day love to bike in the Netherlands. There are bike paths everywhere. I think you would call it a heaven, made for you

[@duzer]

I’ve only ridden in Amsterdam and loved it!! Need to explore more

[@brightair510]

Ryan, thanks for many great videos! I see on some of your long bike-packing trips you have towed a small trailer. My question is how much different is it to tow a trailer, one wheel or two wheel, on pavement and on hard packed gravel surfaces? Is it that much harder or more tiring, or is it not that noticeable? I ask because I am contemplating a longer trip and would like to avoid the discomfort of wearing a pack yet still be able to bring enough gear to be really comfortable. Thanks for the benefit of your experiences!! Richard

[@SimplyJapaneseMaples]

Love the video, super helpful. Total pro. Brought me back to my 8,400 kms trip from Vancouver to St. John's, Newfoundland. Cycling is the best way to see the land.

[@robjackson4597]

Excellent video Ryan. You've done it all and have shown us the way. Thanks for recommending Adventure Cycling, the absolute best resource for bicycle touring! i'd love to ride that Pacific Coast route.

[@duzer]

Love Adventure Cycling!

[@tomfield2292]

Leaving in 2 wks for the Trans America route.

[@duzer]

Very cool, have fun out there!

[@neiana]

Love the options and the video, but what kind of daily mileage should be a minimum for a cyclist wanting to cross the country?

[@chrisbarker270]

I'm doing it and thanks for your love and support. Love the shirt.

[@duzer]

Hope you’re having fun out there

[@ridetillidie8090]

Taking off in May for Long Beach CA from Columbus GA to begin my "Ride Till I Die" around-the-world bicycle ride. It's my 65th Bday and I'm officially done with adulting. I'll 'winter' in CA with friends and then head North to ride your Northern route to NYC to jump a jet to Ireland. Already contacting bike stores so I have a box to ship my ride, a pointer I picked up on another of your videos! Can't wait! Your videos have answered so many of my questions! Stay safe out there!

[@rebelincmusic]

Definitely get nice blinky lights....Almost killed by masked drivers in a few different states

[@bizinmotion6260]

Awesome video, thanks for sharing the info!

[@BromptonTraveler]

Interesting watch. Thanks Ryan!

[@christ16800]

*I love the **Latest.Bike** I use it when going camping. It folds up so easy and isn’t heavy at all. Rides so smooth. I love my bike!*

[@lizdg3892]

Thank you. That’s a fantastic life. I hope to do some of these rides and enjoy life. Cheers

[@mattanthony3963]

Your advice is spot on, and your enthusiasm infectious.

[@duzer]

Thank you! I appreciate that

[@Crowiferous]

Another great & inspiring video from Mr. Duzer! I will vouch for the Adventure Cycling Association routes...did the Western Express to TransAmerican in 2010, and it was one of the best adventures I've ever had!

[@duzer]

They’re a great organization!!

[@malaysiadentist4637]

indeed an incredible video as always

[@MrAdamNTProtester]

After taking my MTB to Gettysburg & back from DC, I set my sights on modifying my bike into an E Bike with a mid drive motor & battery bank in a tag along... with the goal of DC to Colorado for the BRONCO OTA's next year so I really appreciate this video- Thanks a ton! Big Thumbs Up

[@HNXMedia]

I had a complete tour planned for April of 2020...well, we all know how that turned out. Still in the re-planning stage. THANK YOU for this video!

[@dukeloo]

Awesome video! Keep up the great work. I love the Mira shirt!

[@markfeldman6509]

Just found your site. You are an inspiration. I am a supporter of Rails to Trails and ride the trails all over New England and planning a big tour for this summer...first one at age 69 and in super shape. I ride Catrikes and plan to pick up the rail trail west of DC and ride out as far as I feel comfortable doing . I ride about 7000 miles per year locally so I figure I can easily do 1-2000 miles on the rail trail out and back. Lots of homework and planning to do. Thanks for all of the info as planning is probably the most important part of the entire adventure. Have to get the new GoPro to record my adventure! Thanks again.

[@mrT-gx5bq]

amazing video, super helpful content. greetings from germany

[@felipericketts]

Sooooooo many options, all good! "get out there" is a great recommendation. West coast and rails to trails look like great options. Thanks and keep up the good work. :-)

[@ansam5722]

thank you so much for inspiration. Your videos are so encouraging amateurs like me even thinking about doing cross country.

[@duzer]

I hope you make it happen someday!

[@barry4848]

This video is incredibly inspiring- I have travelled to over 100 countries since 1985. I have really enjoyed riding my bike since Covid hit in March 2020....not much more than 20 miles at a time!! Thank you for all of your videos!!

[@duzer]

Thanks!! Sounds like you’ve had a very adventurous life!