Caution Clinton to Calhoun and back
- + We have been riding this area weekly for most of the summer and have noticed there are two individuals who also appear to ride this stretch regularly; these individuals also tend to ride at somewhat a...
Discussion started 08/30/2010 03:33 PM by Maggie - 3 replies (last reply by Trek at 08/30/2010 05:37 PM)Maggie from Kansas on 08/30/2010 03:33 PM
We have been riding this area weekly for most of the summer and have noticed there are two individuals who also appear to ride this stretch regularly; these individuals also tend to ride at somewhat a fast pace. They overtake and pass other riders they fail to call out of their intentions to pass. This has happened to us 2 times in the last month and both of times they have caused us problems which could have been serious. They ride on,(which is probably best.) I wanted to warn others about these two (a couple) and hope that maybe they may read this(?) and understand that this kind of behavior can cause problems for others and possibly serious touble. And it is just downright rude. Please remember to call out when overtaking others on the trail and do so far enough in advance as not to startle others and possibly causing an accident which we all know can be devastating if not fatal. Thanks.
Trek on 08/30/2010 04:01 PM
Good advice. It is equally prudent to be aware of your surrounds also. Just because you are in the middle of nowhere, don't assume that you are the only one around and that no one will meet or pass you. Keep your ears open, allow room to pass, use a mirror, and know you whats behind as well as ahead of you.
We almost wrecked a few years ago with a man and a dog and we did announce our approach well in advance. His reply was that he didn't have enough warning, to which I replied to a large degree his prior warning was his knowledge that he was on a public trail that was meant for others and not just him and his dog.
Maggie from Kansas on 08/30/2010 05:04 PM
I agree that you should be aware of your surroundings and have your ears open. I have called out to others that fail to hear because they have their MP3 playing in their ears and even the wind can be a factor in being able to hear. It is still the responsibility of the person passing to announce their intentions.
Trek on 08/30/2010 05:37 PM
I agree.....but, all the announcing in the world doesn't do much good when the oblivian in front of you moves to right and lets his dog move to the left stretching the clothes line across the trail in front of you.
Hopefully the mystery riders will learn before they cause a crash.
Shuttle
- + I'm looking for a shuttle from Warrensburg to Clinton. Any ideas?
Discussion started 08/30/2010 02:01 PM - 1 reply (last reply by anonymous at 08/30/2010 02:14 PM)Anonymous on 08/30/2010 02:01 PM
I'm looking for a shuttle from Warrensburg to Clinton. Any ideas?
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Touring Cyclist ride
- + My wife and I are planning a 3-4 day ride between Mokane and St Charles the last week of Sept but I see there is a Touring Cyclist ride planned (no interest to us) for that same week. Does this consis...
Discussion started 08/27/2010 02:56 PM by Steve M - 3 replies (last reply by Doug at 08/29/2010 09:17 AM)Steve M on 08/27/2010 02:56 PM
My wife and I are planning a 3-4 day ride between Mokane and St Charles the last week of Sept but I see there is a Touring Cyclist ride planned (no interest to us) for that same week. Does this consist of a large group of riders? Will we have trouble getting B&B reservations? Anything we should know about that event? Thanks for any input.
Anonymous on 08/27/2010 03:53 PM
Why not contact The Touring Cyclist Co and ask them? Who would know more about their event than them?
Rhona Lococo from St Charles MO on 08/28/2010 01:59 PM
we have accomodations for cyclists and we are three blocks from the trail ---- we also shuttle ----- call 636-946-0619 for more info
Doug from Bluffton on 08/29/2010 09:17 AM
I don't know that their group would prevent you from finding reservations, however that is a very busy time of year and I would advise you get your rooms reserved soon or you might find some locations, if not several, unavailable.
Steamboat Junction Campground (Bluffton)
- + Absolutely wonderful for riders during the week, it is the only place around that has food! Stayed here and late June, 2010 and couldn't have asked for more. There was no one there but we just called ...
Discussion started 08/24/2010 11:51 PM by Allie - 1 reply (last reply by Dennis at 08/26/2010 07:59 PM)Allie from Warrensburg, MO on 08/24/2010 11:51 PM
Absolutely wonderful for riders during the week, it is the only place around that has food! Stayed here and late June, 2010 and couldn't have asked for more. There was no one there but we just called the number on the pamphlet and she was more than happy to help with all of our questions. The campsites are actually way in the back, and that is where the bugs are bad. There were only two of us though, so we set up our tent right behind the snack stand and didn't have a problem with the bugs. There is only a port-a-potty, which I didn't use, but the shower was extremely clean. If you are looking for a hot meal, the bed and breakfast (left at the road right before steamboat junction if you are heading east) has pizza's for $10.
Allie from Warrensburg, MO on 08/24/2010 11:51 PM
Absolutely wonderful for riders during the week, it is the only place around that has food! Stayed here and late June, 2010 and couldn't have asked for more. There was no one there but we just called the number on the pamphlet and she was more than happy to help with all of our questions. The campsites are actually way in the back, and that is where the bugs are bad. There were only two of us though, so we set up our tent right behind the snack stand and didn't have a problem with the bugs. There is only a port-a-potty, which I didn't use, but the shower was extremely clean. If you are looking for a hot meal, the bed and breakfast (left at the road right before steamboat junction if you are heading east) has pizza's for $10.
Dennis from Rhineland on 08/26/2010 07:59 PM
You say "The place around the corner has pizza for $10"....your talking about the Rendleman Home B&B and Camping in Bluffton..on Hwy 94 just up from the trail when you cross Hwy 94...If you make a reservation ahead they also serve dinner and breakfast (killer hot meals) for both campers and B&B guests.
Dennis from Rhineland on 08/26/2010 07:59 PM
You say "The place around the corner has pizza for $10"....your talking about the Rendleman Home B&B and Camping in Bluffton..on Hwy 94 just up from the trail when you cross Hwy 94...If you make a reservation ahead they also serve dinner and breakfast (killer hot meals) for both campers and B&B guests.
Volunteer Park (Hartsburg)
- + Stayed here on June 27th, 2010 during a storm and had to sleep in the pavillion. There is very little grassy area to camp on because of the lack of distinction between the park and personal yards. Sin...
Discussion started 08/24/2010 11:42 PM by Allie - 2 replies (last reply by anonymous at 08/26/2010 04:05 PM)Allie from Warrensburg, MO on 08/24/2010 11:42 PM
Stayed here on June 27th, 2010 during a storm and had to sleep in the pavillion. There is very little grassy area to camp on because of the lack of distinction between the park and personal yards. Since it was bad weather we shared the pavillion with a group of boyscouts with 3 large tents, plus our 2-person popup. It was a tight squeeze, but nothing too bad!
Allie from Warrensburg, MO on 08/24/2010 11:42 PM
Stayed here on June 27th, 2010 during a storm and had to sleep in the pavillion. There is very little grassy area to camp on because of the lack of distinction between the park and personal yards. Since it was bad weather we shared the pavillion with a group of boyscouts with 3 large tents, plus our 2-person popup. It was a tight squeeze, but nothing too bad!
Michael Rodemeyer from Hartsburg on 08/25/2010 06:29 PM
Volunteer Park is our small park and it is pretty obvious where the lines are around the gazebo. We also have a Legion Ball Park south of town (2-3 blocks) where 100 people can camp. Since we don't charge for camping in Volunteer Park one should be happy with the accomodations. Please contact Mayor Doug Lammers at hartsburgdoug@yahoo.com. I also read here in the Forum that Dotty's and Gary Caldwell help travelers in need (check previous entrys). We hope you enjoyed your time in our little town.
Michael Rodemeyer from Hartsburg on 08/25/2010 06:29 PM
Volunteer Park is our small park and it is pretty obvious where the lines are around the gazebo. We also have a Legion Ball Park south of town (2-3 blocks) where 100 people can camp. Since we don't charge for camping in Volunteer Park one should be happy with the accomodations. Please contact Mayor Doug Lammers at hartsburgdoug@yahoo.com. I also read here in the Forum that Dotty's and Gary Caldwell help travelers in need (check previous entrys). We hope you enjoyed your time in our little town.
Anonymous on 08/26/2010 04:05 PM
It is usually pretty obvious to residents where things are, but to the outsider it is often the case that things are not so obvious. Venture outside of Hartsburg and become lost or disoriented and I'm sure a local would be more than happy to point out that you missed what was pretty obvious.
Anonymous on 08/26/2010 04:05 PM
It is usually pretty obvious to residents where things are, but to the outsider it is often the case that things are not so obvious. Venture outside of Hartsburg and become lost or disoriented and I'm sure a local would be more than happy to point out that you missed what was pretty obvious.
Tebbetts--Dogs & Jim's Bar & Grill
- + Since posting my questions about dogs, I was able to talk with the owner of Jim's Bar & Grill in Tebbetts. He said (1) the dogs were hauled off by Rangers some months ago. If anyone has a problem dogs...
Discussion started 08/25/2010 03:21 PM by Ed - 1 reply (last reply by Trek at 08/25/2010 04:04 PM)Ed from Naples, FL on 08/25/2010 03:21 PM
Since posting my questions about dogs, I was able to talk with the owner of Jim's Bar & Grill in Tebbetts. He said (1) the dogs were hauled off by Rangers some months ago. If anyone has a problem dogs, report it and they will be taken care of. So apparently dogs are no longer a problem; (2) He lives close to his Bar & Grill and is usually around. If he's not in the Bar & Grill, give him a call at 573-295-6100 and he will come over and fix something for you to eat. If you call in advance, he'll make a note of the day you are supposed to be there and put it on his calendar. However, you still may need to call him when you arrive.
Trek on 08/25/2010 04:04 PM
We went through Tebbetts on July 4th weekend and did encounter a very aggressive dog just on the west side of town. As long as we kept riding....he kept coming at us like he was going to tear us apart. Perhaps he has since been taken care of.
Dogs West of Tebbetts
- + Are dogs still a problem west of Tebbetts? I will be hiking through that area on 9/15/10.
Discussion started 08/25/2010 01:52 PM by Ed - 0 repliesEd from Naples, FL on 08/25/2010 01:52 PM
Are dogs still a problem west of Tebbetts? I will be hiking through that area on 9/15/10.
North Jeff to Holts Summit
- + What's the best way to get to Holts Summit from the N Jeff trailhead? Isn't there a spur now from the trail? Anyone ridden it, know how far it is, terrain, etc?
Thanks!
Discussion started 08/24/2010 05:43 PM - 3 replies (last reply by Chris at 08/25/2010 09:22 AM)Anonymous on 08/24/2010 05:43 PM
What's the best way to get to Holts Summit from the N Jeff trailhead? Isn't there a spur now from the trail? Anyone ridden it, know how far it is, terrain, etc?
Thanks!
Anonymous on 08/24/2010 08:02 PM
Unless you have a rich aunt who is going to leave you some money why fight the hugh hill to get to Holt Summit? Nothing there. Stay in Hartsburg or Jeff City.
Gary near Tebbetts from Tebbetts, MO on 08/24/2010 11:31 PM
The spur is just east of the North Jefferson trailhead right after you pass under Highway 54. It's a short segment that connects you to South Summit Drive that goes over Highway 54 up the hill and on into Holts Summit. You can see the hill from the trail head. The bike path accross the Missouri River bridge may be closed due to the work being done on the new bike path extension to the bridge so if you go that route you may want to call for a ride into Jefferson City or stay in Hartsburg which is only 10 miles west of North Jefferson.
Chris from Centralia, IL on 08/25/2010 09:22 AM
Quote- "Why fight the huge hill...?"
Well if for one thing, it is fun riding back down the next morning. The last time we stayed at a motel in Holts Summit, I averaged 47 MPH untill I got to the trail.
How we got there from the trail? We just climbed up the concrete bank under the overpass with the loaded biked (one a recumbent), and lifted them over the gaurd rail. Then road up on the wide shoulder.
Community Club Park (Marthasville)
- + Camped here at the end of June this year. It was a week night, and there were 5 or 6 ball games that night with kids running around everywhere but the concessions were very convenient. We camped on th...
Discussion started 08/24/2010 11:46 PM by Allie - 0 repliesAllie from Warrensburg, MO on 08/24/2010 11:46 PM
Camped here at the end of June this year. It was a week night, and there were 5 or 6 ball games that night with kids running around everywhere but the concessions were very convenient. We camped on the actual ball field, you can camp across the street at the park with the small log cabin but there are no facilities over there. There were only 2 of us, and we camped for free. The man turned off the lights for us immediately following the games. But we were then woken up by sprinklers at 5am, after we were encouraged to sleep on the field (the area outside of the fence is pretty rocky). You may want to ask about that before setting up camp here!
Allie from Warrensburg, MO on 08/24/2010 11:46 PM
Camped here at the end of June this year. It was a week night, and there were 5 or 6 ball games that night with kids running around everywhere but the concessions were very convenient. We camped on the actual ball field, you can camp across the street at the park with the small log cabin but there are no facilities over there. There were only 2 of us, and we camped for free. The man turned off the lights for us immediately following the games. But we were then woken up by sprinklers at 5am, after we were encouraged to sleep on the field (the area outside of the fence is pretty rocky). You may want to ask about that before setting up camp here!
Lost Glasses Case
- + My wife believes that she dropped her sunglasses case on the trail somewhere between Claysville and Hartsburg. It is a Serfas Brand case, black in color and has her regular glasses inside. Any help wo...
Discussion started 08/14/2010 05:50 PM by Mark - 1 reply (last reply by Mark at 08/24/2010 05:25 PM)Mark from West Des Moines, IA on 08/14/2010 05:50 PM
My wife believes that she dropped her sunglasses case on the trail somewhere between Claysville and Hartsburg. It is a Serfas Brand case, black in color and has her regular glasses inside. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
Mark from West Des Moines on 08/24/2010 05:25 PM
My wife informed me that a maintenance worker found her glasses case while mowing along the trail. Thank you very much...
Dormitory at School House B + B (Rocheport)
- + My friend and I stayed here for our "girl's getaway". Very nice and great location to walk to the local town and shops. Very centrally located. Clean and had everything we needed. We plan on coming ba...
Discussion started 08/24/2010 11:55 AM by eahester - 0 replieseahester from Pleasant Hill, MO on 08/24/2010 11:55 AM
My friend and I stayed here for our "girl's getaway". Very nice and great location to walk to the local town and shops. Very centrally located. Clean and had everything we needed. We plan on coming back (in a little cooler weather) with several friends and rent out the adjoining room. Thanks Schoolhouse B & B!
eahester from Pleasant Hill, MO on 08/24/2010 11:55 AM
My friend and I stayed here for our "girl's getaway". Very nice and great location to walk to the local town and shops. Very centrally located. Clean and had everything we needed. We plan on coming back (in a little cooler weather) with several friends and rent out the adjoining room. Thanks Schoolhouse B & B!
Abigails (Rocheport)
- + My friend and I spent a weekend in Rocheport for a "girls getaway". We heard great reviews for Abigails. We were afraid we weren't going to be able to get in because everyone stressed reservations. We...
Discussion started 08/24/2010 11:52 AM by eahester - 0 replieseahester from Pleasant Hill, MO on 08/24/2010 11:52 AM
My friend and I spent a weekend in Rocheport for a "girls getaway". We heard great reviews for Abigails. We were afraid we weren't going to be able to get in because everyone stressed reservations. We called ahead and were able to get in w/in an hour. It was so worth it. Our food was excellent and the service was too. Most of the water tastes terrible in Rocheport but the water they served was refreshing! The only downfall is Abigails sets the bar so high you will probably be disappointed when eating at the "other" restauraunt in town. I know we were! :) Thanks Abigails for making our Girls Getaway that much more enjoyable!
eahester from Pleasant Hill, MO on 08/24/2010 11:52 AM
My friend and I spent a weekend in Rocheport for a "girls getaway". We heard great reviews for Abigails. We were afraid we weren't going to be able to get in because everyone stressed reservations. We called ahead and were able to get in w/in an hour. It was so worth it. Our food was excellent and the service was too. Most of the water tastes terrible in Rocheport but the water they served was refreshing! The only downfall is Abigails sets the bar so high you will probably be disappointed when eating at the "other" restauraunt in town. I know we were! :) Thanks Abigails for making our Girls Getaway that much more enjoyable!
Tebbetts and Jim's Bar
- + My wife, a friend and I arrived Tuesday afternoon in Tebbetts and planned to stay in the Shelter that evening. We couldn't find the key and called the help number listed on the trail info sheet. While...
Discussion started 08/14/2010 05:18 PM by Mark - 1 reply (last reply by frog lady at 08/23/2010 04:27 AM)Mark from West Des Moines, IA on 08/14/2010 05:18 PM
My wife, a friend and I arrived Tuesday afternoon in Tebbetts and planned to stay in the Shelter that evening. We couldn't find the key and called the help number listed on the trail info sheet. While waiting for a call back from the help line, we went to the soda vending machine across the street when a man came outside and offered to open the shelter. After unlocking the door, the man (Jim) said that he had cold beer, pizza and karaoke tonight. We got cleaned up and went Jim's Bar and had a great time. The shelter was a little rustic but was the right place at the right time for the right price. I would stay there again - anytime.
Jim's Bar is open (according to his sign) 5 days - closed Wednesdays and Thursdays.
frog lady from Cameron, MO on 08/23/2010 04:27 AM
Last Sept. when my daughter and I bike the trail we stayed at the Katy Hostel Shelter. It was great - if you stay there remember to clean up after yourself for the next people - anyway, we went over to Jim's that afternoon and evening. He fixed us some supper and then invited us to stay and "jam" with the locals. It was so much fun. He has a Karaoke machine and has any song you could ever want. We sang, played his washtub bass, etc. and just generally had a great time. He is a hoot! I hope he is still open when we go through this Sept. as we will definitely stop.
Augusta
- + Last Sept. my daughter and I stayed at Klondike Park on a bike trip from St. Charles to Columbia. It was an awesome park - nice tent sites and clean bathrooms - reasonable prices. From the park we wer...
Discussion started 08/23/2010 04:14 AM by frog lady - 1 reply (last reply by frog lady at 08/23/2010 04:22 AM)frog lady from Cameron, MO on 08/23/2010 04:14 AM
Last Sept. my daughter and I stayed at Klondike Park on a bike trip from St. Charles to Columbia. It was an awesome park - nice tent sites and clean bathrooms - reasonable prices. From the park we were able to bike about 1 or 2 miles to Augusta to eat dinner at a restaurant in an old blue house not too far from the trail. The meal was wonderful and we enjoyed the ride. One note, we turned off for the park at the first sign for it. If you stay on the trail and go a little farther, you will find a very steep path up to the park. It is still easier to walk your bike up the path than to take the long, long way around like we did to begin with.
frog lady from Cameron, MO on 08/23/2010 04:22 AM
Oh, yea, the restaurant was Cafe Bella. It was a pretty steep climb up to the restaurant, but well worth it. The food was great and reasonably priced.
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Turner Katy Trail Shelter Hostel (Tebbetts)
- + June 22, 2010- On our way to Hartsburg from Rhineland, we stopped in at Tebbetts Turner Katy Trail Shelter Hostel for a rest. We found they had water and a freezer with ice to fill your water bottles....
Discussion started 08/22/2010 07:46 PM by Curt and Kathy - 0 repliesCurt and Kathy from Silex, MO on 08/22/2010 07:46 PM
June 22, 2010- On our way to Hartsburg from Rhineland, we stopped in at Tebbetts Turner Katy Trail Shelter Hostel for a rest. We found they had water and a freezer with ice to fill your water bottles. That was a welcome surprise as the heat of the day pretty well melted all of our frozen water bottles. We had a nice chat with a gentleman who was part of the Katy Trail 10th annual organized ride. He needed a break from the heat and elected to stay in a Hotel in Jefferson City instead of camping with the group at MoKane. He was quite interesting to talk to as he told us of all his overseas bicycling adventures.
Curt and Kathy from Silex, MO on 08/22/2010 07:46 PM
June 22, 2010- On our way to Hartsburg from Rhineland, we stopped in at Tebbetts Turner Katy Trail Shelter Hostel for a rest. We found they had water and a freezer with ice to fill your water bottles. That was a welcome surprise as the heat of the day pretty well melted all of our frozen water bottles. We had a nice chat with a gentleman who was part of the Katy Trail 10th annual organized ride. He needed a break from the heat and elected to stay in a Hotel in Jefferson City instead of camping with the group at MoKane. He was quite interesting to talk to as he told us of all his overseas bicycling adventures.
Recumbent Trike
- + Hi,
Got a new recumbent trike that I would like to take on a ride this weekend - will my recumbent work well on the trail ? Probably going from Clinton to Sedalia. Is any of the trail paved ?
Discussion started 08/12/2010 06:07 PM by Gayle1957 - 4 replies (last reply by Dean at 08/22/2010 04:19 PM)Gayle1957 from Independence on 08/12/2010 06:07 PM
Hi,
Got a new recumbent trike that I would like to take on a ride this weekend - will my recumbent work well on the trail ? Probably going from Clinton to Sedalia. Is any of the trail paved ?
Doug from Bluffton on 08/12/2010 10:21 PM
The trail is not paved but that should not be a problem as long as you stay in the tracks and don't stray close to the edge where it is softer. There will be a lot of others on recumbents with you as it is a popular type of bike on the trail.
Dean from Springfield, IL on 08/13/2010 06:15 PM
I hope your recumbent trike will handle the trail just fine because I
plan to ride my recumbent trike fully loaded from St. Charles to
Clinton and back over 10 days starting August 24. Mine trike is a 2010
LoGo.
Mark from West Des Moines, IA on 08/14/2010 05:07 PM
Dean:
My wife and I just got back from riding the Katy Trail on our fully loaded tandem trike and didn't have too much trouble. We did notice that we didn't travel very fast - we averaged about 8 to 9mph which is a little slower than our average on a paved trail. You'll been pedaling almost the whole time so take breaks and explore the trail and enjoy the scenery. Good luck with your trip.
Dean from Springfield, IL on 08/22/2010 04:19 PM
Glad to hear your trip went well. I start on Tuesday from St. Charles,
and have all my stops planned. Nothing can go wrong, right? Slow
progress is expected, but not a problem as long as I don't miss any
meals. Thanks for your report.
Clinton Trailhead (Clinton)
- + June 26, 2010 – We made it to Clinton-the end of the line on our journey to ride the entire Katy Trail from St. Charles to Clinton! We joined the 10th anniversary Katy Trail ride, but weren’t part o...
Discussion started 08/22/2010 02:58 PM by Curt and Kathy - 0 repliesCurt and Kathy from Silex, MO on 08/22/2010 02:58 PM
June 26, 2010 – We made it to Clinton-the end of the line on our journey to ride the entire Katy Trail from St. Charles to Clinton! We joined the 10th anniversary Katy Trail ride, but weren’t part of the actual organized ride. Desty at the Clinton Parks and Recreation center was so kind to let us take showers and rest inside while we waited for our ride back home. We really appreciated your hospitality Desty!
Curt and Kathy from Silex, MO on 08/22/2010 02:58 PM
June 26, 2010 – We made it to Clinton-the end of the line on our journey to ride the entire Katy Trail from St. Charles to Clinton! We joined the 10th anniversary Katy Trail ride, but weren’t part of the actual organized ride. Desty at the Clinton Parks and Recreation center was so kind to let us take showers and rest inside while we waited for our ride back home. We really appreciated your hospitality Desty!
Green Ridge Bar and Grill (Green Ridge)
- + June 25, 2010- On our journey to ride the entire Katy Trail from St. Charles to Clinton, we left Sedalia early enough so we could enjoy breakfast at the famous “Burf’s Green Ridge Grill”. While enjo...
Discussion started 08/22/2010 02:52 PM by Curt and Kathy - 0 repliesCurt and Kathy from Silex, MO on 08/22/2010 02:52 PM
June 25, 2010- On our journey to ride the entire Katy Trail from St. Charles to Clinton, we left Sedalia early enough so we could enjoy breakfast at the famous “Burf’s Green Ridge Grill”. While enjoying a great big breakfast for a small price, we were kept entertained with all of the funny signs, décor and friendly waitresses. Burf’s is worth the trip, just a couple of blocks from the Katy Trail.
Curt and Kathy from Silex, MO on 08/22/2010 02:52 PM
June 25, 2010- On our journey to ride the entire Katy Trail from St. Charles to Clinton, we left Sedalia early enough so we could enjoy breakfast at the famous “Burf’s Green Ridge Grill”. While enjoying a great big breakfast for a small price, we were kept entertained with all of the funny signs, décor and friendly waitresses. Burf’s is worth the trip, just a couple of blocks from the Katy Trail.
Sedalia Trailhead - Depot (Sedalia)
- + June 24, 2010- On our journey to ride the entire Katy Trail from St. Charles to Clinton, we were greeted by several smiling faces and welcoming handshakes as we crossed the Trailhead line. We joined ...
Discussion started 08/22/2010 02:45 PM by Curt and Kathy - 0 repliesCurt and Kathy from Silex, MO on 08/22/2010 02:45 PM
June 24, 2010- On our journey to ride the entire Katy Trail from St. Charles to Clinton, we were greeted by several smiling faces and welcoming handshakes as we crossed the Trailhead line. We joined the 10th anniversary Katy Trail ride and Sedalia was the only town with a BIG welcoming committee; Lots of cheers, food and drink for all to enjoy! It quite a treat and really made you feel like you accomplished something. All of the hotels were booked and a Sheep convention was in town so we had to stay south of town, which required riding our bikes on the highway (not too safe). The sweetest lady working at the Trail-head Depot and Chamber of Commerce, I think named Katie, was so kind to drive us in her pickup to the hotel because she was concerned about the traffic. We can’t thank her enough!
Curt and Kathy from Silex, MO on 08/22/2010 02:45 PM
June 24, 2010- On our journey to ride the entire Katy Trail from St. Charles to Clinton, we were greeted by several smiling faces and welcoming handshakes as we crossed the Trailhead line. We joined the 10th anniversary Katy Trail ride and Sedalia was the only town with a BIG welcoming committee; Lots of cheers, food and drink for all to enjoy! It quite a treat and really made you feel like you accomplished something. All of the hotels were booked and a Sheep convention was in town so we had to stay south of town, which required riding our bikes on the highway (not too safe). The sweetest lady working at the Trail-head Depot and Chamber of Commerce, I think named Katie, was so kind to drive us in her pickup to the hotel because she was concerned about the traffic. We can’t thank her enough!
Comfort Inn of Boonville (Boonville)
- + June 23, 2010- On our journey to ride the entire Katy Trail from St. Charles to Clinton, we spent the night at the Comfort Inn. It was a safe, short journey from the Katy by bicycle. The room was v...
Discussion started 08/22/2010 02:27 PM by Curt and Kathy - 0 repliesCurt and Kathy from Silex, MO on 08/22/2010 02:27 PM
June 23, 2010- On our journey to ride the entire Katy Trail from St. Charles to Clinton, we spent the night at the Comfort Inn. It was a safe, short journey from the Katy by bicycle. The room was very comfortable and clean and we brought our bikes up into the room. It was a long hot day of riding so the pool was a welcome, refreshing way to end the day. The complimentary breakfast was good, and the staff very friendly. We will definitely stay here again.
Curt and Kathy from Silex, MO on 08/22/2010 02:27 PM
June 23, 2010- On our journey to ride the entire Katy Trail from St. Charles to Clinton, we spent the night at the Comfort Inn. It was a safe, short journey from the Katy by bicycle. The room was very comfortable and clean and we brought our bikes up into the room. It was a long hot day of riding so the pool was a welcome, refreshing way to end the day. The complimentary breakfast was good, and the staff very friendly. We will definitely stay here again.
Dotty's Cafe (Hartsburg)
- + June 23, 2010- On our journey to ride the entire Katy Trail from St. Charles to Clinton, we had a great breakfast at DOTTY’S Café. The Katy Trail was partially flooded from Hartsburg to McBain so we...
Discussion started 08/22/2010 02:16 PM by Curt and Kathy - 0 repliesCurt and Kathy from Silex, MO on 08/22/2010 02:16 PM
June 23, 2010- On our journey to ride the entire Katy Trail from St. Charles to Clinton, we had a great breakfast at DOTTY’S Café. The Katy Trail was partially flooded from Hartsburg to McBain so we needed transportation to get around. Dotty and her sister went out of their way to help us figure out a way to get a ride out of town. Gary Caldwell, a very sweet gentleman volunteering a Dotty’s café that morning, offered to take us around the flood, which was about an hour’s drive by car. We were so grateful, what a blessing! We really enjoyed Gary’s company on the trip up and around to McBain. Thank you again GARY and Dotty for loaning him to help us out! We will be back to DOTTY’s Café again!
Curt and Kathy from Silex, MO on 08/22/2010 02:16 PM
June 23, 2010- On our journey to ride the entire Katy Trail from St. Charles to Clinton, we had a great breakfast at DOTTY’S Café. The Katy Trail was partially flooded from Hartsburg to McBain so we needed transportation to get around. Dotty and her sister went out of their way to help us figure out a way to get a ride out of town. Gary Caldwell, a very sweet gentleman volunteering a Dotty’s café that morning, offered to take us around the flood, which was about an hour’s drive by car. We were so grateful, what a blessing! We really enjoyed Gary’s company on the trip up and around to McBain. Thank you again GARY and Dotty for loaning him to help us out! We will be back to DOTTY’s Café again!
Katyrest Caboose (Hartsburg)
- + June 22, 2010- On our journey to ride the entire Katy Trail from St. Charles to Clinton, the Katyrest Caboose was the most interesting stop. The converted caboose was really original and done up real...
Discussion started 08/22/2010 01:42 PM by Curt and Kathy - 0 repliesCurt and Kathy from Silex, MO on 08/22/2010 01:42 PM
June 22, 2010- On our journey to ride the entire Katy Trail from St. Charles to Clinton, the Katyrest Caboose was the most interesting stop. The converted caboose was really original and done up really cute. Accommodations were comfortable and clean and the price was right. We had a great breakfast at DOTTY’S Café across the street. Bill was very accommodating; we called when we were within 10 miles of the caboose and he cranked up the air conditioner so it was good and cold (I think it was about 100 degrees that day!). Bill also took care of freezing our water for us overnight and had it ready for us in the morning for continued journey. The Katyrest Caboose is worth the stop.
Curt and Kathy from Silex, MO on 08/22/2010 01:42 PM
June 22, 2010- On our journey to ride the entire Katy Trail from St. Charles to Clinton, the Katyrest Caboose was the most interesting stop. The converted caboose was really original and done up really cute. Accommodations were comfortable and clean and the price was right. We had a great breakfast at DOTTY’S Café across the street. Bill was very accommodating; we called when we were within 10 miles of the caboose and he cranked up the air conditioner so it was good and cold (I think it was about 100 degrees that day!). Bill also took care of freezing our water for us overnight and had it ready for us in the morning for continued journey. The Katyrest Caboose is worth the stop.
Loutre Lane B&B (Rhineland)
- + June 21, 2010- Loutre Lane B&B is a darling place to stay with full accommodations and amenities like your own home. The room accommodations were very comfortable and spotless. Herman is about 5 mil...
Discussion started 08/22/2010 01:31 PM by Curt and Kathy - 0 repliesCurt and Kathy from Silex, MO on 08/22/2010 01:31 PM
June 21, 2010- Loutre Lane B&B is a darling place to stay with full accommodations and amenities like your own home. The room accommodations were very comfortable and spotless. Herman is about 5 miles from Loutre Lane B&B and the local restaurant in Rhineland was closed for dinner, so Lucy offered to drive us to and from Herman for dinner. We took her up on the offer since it was so HOT and we were tired from our long Katy Trail bicycling trip. Lucy recommended a fantastic Chinese restaurant. Lucy is quite the interior decorator as well, seeing her home designs and furnishings is worth the trip alone. And talk about a great breakfast the next morning with fresh fruit, eggs, bacon, and muffins. We really enjoyed visiting with Lucy and look forward to staying at Loutre Lane B&B again. Lucy is a great hostess, a fantastic cook and interior decorator!
Curt and Kathy from Silex, MO on 08/22/2010 01:31 PM
June 21, 2010- Loutre Lane B&B is a darling place to stay with full accommodations and amenities like your own home. The room accommodations were very comfortable and spotless. Herman is about 5 miles from Loutre Lane B&B and the local restaurant in Rhineland was closed for dinner, so Lucy offered to drive us to and from Herman for dinner. We took her up on the offer since it was so HOT and we were tired from our long Katy Trail bicycling trip. Lucy recommended a fantastic Chinese restaurant. Lucy is quite the interior decorator as well, seeing her home designs and furnishings is worth the trip alone. And talk about a great breakfast the next morning with fresh fruit, eggs, bacon, and muffins. We really enjoyed visiting with Lucy and look forward to staying at Loutre Lane B&B again. Lucy is a great hostess, a fantastic cook and interior decorator!
Peers Store (Peers)
- + June 20, 2010- Peers Store was our first stop on our journey to ride the entire Katy Trail from St. Charles to Clinton. Barb was the sweetest hostess and treated you like family! Accommodations were...
Discussion started 08/22/2010 01:08 PM by Curt and Kathy - 0 repliesCurt and Kathy from Silex, MO on 08/22/2010 01:08 PM
June 20, 2010- Peers Store was our first stop on our journey to ride the entire Katy Trail from St. Charles to Clinton. Barb was the sweetest hostess and treated you like family! Accommodations were above the historical store that has been in the family throughout a few generations. The rooms were clean and comfortable. Since we were traveling light, we needed to hand-wash our biking clothes each night; Barb had the perfect setup to line dry your clothes overnight and to my surprise they were dry the next morning. Barb told us to make ourselves at home; this was a great help as we were able to use her freezers to freeze our 9 water bottles for the next day’s ride. The next morning Barb made some fabulous breakfast sandwiches which we enjoyed while visiting with Barb and the regular customers. We highly recommend PEERS STORE and will most definitely spend the night again. THANKS BARB!
Curt and Kathy from Silex, MO on 08/22/2010 01:08 PM
June 20, 2010- Peers Store was our first stop on our journey to ride the entire Katy Trail from St. Charles to Clinton. Barb was the sweetest hostess and treated you like family! Accommodations were above the historical store that has been in the family throughout a few generations. The rooms were clean and comfortable. Since we were traveling light, we needed to hand-wash our biking clothes each night; Barb had the perfect setup to line dry your clothes overnight and to my surprise they were dry the next morning. Barb told us to make ourselves at home; this was a great help as we were able to use her freezers to freeze our 9 water bottles for the next day’s ride. The next morning Barb made some fabulous breakfast sandwiches which we enjoyed while visiting with Barb and the regular customers. We highly recommend PEERS STORE and will most definitely spend the night again. THANKS BARB!
Google Street/Trail View
- + A while ago, I encouraged MO Parks to get google to do a street view of the KATY trail and even volunteered to do the leg work. I haven't heard back from them. If you'd like this done, please e-mail t...
Discussion started 08/16/2010 09:49 AM by Paul Toigo - 12 replies (last reply by John B. at 08/21/2010 10:13 PM)Paul Toigo on 08/16/2010 09:49 AM
A while ago, I encouraged MO Parks to get google to do a street view of the KATY trail and even volunteered to do the leg work. I haven't heard back from them. If you'd like this done, please e-mail them too (moparks@dnr.mo.gov).
http://maps.google.com/help/maps/streetview/behind-the-scenes.html
http://googleblog.blogspot.com/2009/10/street-view-we-can-trike-wherever-you.html
Maggie from Kansas on 08/16/2010 02:56 PM
This would be an awesome thing to do! There are so many times I would like to see the view!
Anonymous on 08/16/2010 10:47 PM
From looking at the links you posted, it looks like you're about 9 months too late. As for suggestions that were made, Katy didn't crack the top 5 for biking trails. It would be good for the Katy to be done, and hopefully it will. If you can find a proper suggestion link or e-mail by all means post it here so we can mail Google to suggest they do the Katy.
Darrell from Jeff City, Mo. on 08/18/2010 08:30 AM
Why would we want a street view of the Katy Trail?
Paul Toigo from Kansas City MO on 08/18/2010 11:03 AM
I didn't post the curent request link here because we're not the authorized manager, but I guess all of us MO State residents are the collective property owners.
https://services.google.com/fb/forms/streetviewinterestedpartner/
Gary from Near Tebbetts on 08/19/2010 03:30 PM
Hi Darrell
To answer your question - a google street view of the trail would give people an actual 360 degree view of the trail - especially helpful for those that have not been on the trail before to see what it looks like - stops along the way - business locations - etc.
I also think it would be a great resource as a link from this web site for planning trips, especially for those out of state visitors.
Brian L. from Wichita on 08/19/2010 10:17 PM
> Why would we want a street view of the Katy Trail?
I think it would be an awesome way to increase the visibility (no pun intended) of the trail -- with the ultimate goal of increasing trail tourism, thus boosting business for the merchants and spurring improvements and additions in the business offerings along the trail. Viva la Capitalism! :-)
Darrell from Jeff City, Mo. on 08/20/2010 09:09 AM
Hello Gary, thanks for the info. I agree it would be an excellent resource. Points well made. Unfortunately, in light of the recent news of Google and Verizon, it may be a resource we will have to pay additional fees for in the future. Sort of interesting. Google it, Google-Verizon
Net neutrality may be the “water” we didn’t miss until the well went dry.
Brian L. has cut to the chase. I find it impossible to keep the politics out of this one. But if I'm going to carry water for someone else, it will be for the merchants along the trail, not Google.
Gee, I wonder what the trail is like today? ;)
Trek on 08/20/2010 12:19 PM
I can see it now.
Stay at home....put the bike on a trainer in front of the computer....and Google View the trail. Of course, turn the furnace on for some pseudo trail heat and run the lawn sprinkler on ya for a bit for a good pop up thunderhead. Stop at the bedroom and pretend it's Hermann Hill....get up early and hit the trail again. Of course, have an altercation with a local merchant or two who wasn't running their business right just to spice it up a bit.
Wonder what the trail looks like? Get a trainer and get out there!
Paul Toigo from Kansas City on 08/20/2010 03:22 PM
Hey Trek, you may be onto something. I have a tough time fighting boredom with indoor trainers. Maybe a KATY Course Video is what I need.
http://www.computrainer.com/rm_inc/IRCVideos.htm
Gary from Near Tebbetts on 08/20/2010 03:37 PM
Trek
I believe you misinterpreted my comment - I am not advocating it as a replacement for actually getting out there and riding the trail - only that it would be a great planning resource especially for those that have to travel great distances to get to the trail. They could see what the trail surface looks like, see if there is shade along their planned route, see what their B&B looks like and where it is located, see what the towns look like along the way, etc. all from the comfort of their home.
It's a great trail; why not show it off to the world in as many ways as possible.
Anonymous on 08/20/2010 03:51 PM
Your comment (along with all the others) had nothing to do with my post. It was merely the title Google Street/Trail View on the BikeKatyTrail website. I've had the thought for days now...all on my own Gary.
John B. from Springfield, MO on 08/21/2010 10:13 PM
I for one would be willing to ride the Google bike down the trail should they be interested. This very good idea with merit and all would benifit, those interested in the trail but haven't made the trek, the business along the Katy, and those of us who have made the ride and will again.
Hermann lodging
- + Looking for a nice, reasonably priced B&B for Saturday night stay in Mid-September for two couples (two rooms); any recommendations?
Discussion started 08/19/2010 05:26 PM by Kevin - 1 reply (last reply by Norm at 08/20/2010 03:24 PM)Kevin from O.P. on 08/19/2010 05:26 PM
Looking for a nice, reasonably priced B&B for Saturday night stay in Mid-September for two couples (two rooms); any recommendations?
Norm from Belton Mo on 08/20/2010 03:24 PM
I stayed at birk's gasthaus or herzog mansion (i think they are doing a name change). Long story short it was a fantastic experience. I would strongly recommend checking them out.
Tandem bicycles on Amtrak
- + My wife and I are planning a trip along the Katy trail with our tandem bicycle during mid-september, and I was wondering of anyone had had any experience trying to get one onto Amtrak anywhere along t...
Discussion started 08/20/2010 02:54 AM by David - 1 reply (last reply by Trek at 08/20/2010 11:37 AM)David from New York City on 08/20/2010 02:54 AM
My wife and I are planning a trip along the Katy trail with our tandem bicycle during mid-september, and I was wondering of anyone had had any experience trying to get one onto Amtrak anywhere along the route.
Traveling West from St. Louis by train would enable us to travel with sun and wind behind us and would obviate the need to double back to the start, but I am leery about Amtrak's polic(ies).
Thanks!
Trek on 08/20/2010 11:37 AM
To my knowledge Amtrak does not allow tandems or special bikes. A bike is a half bike only, according to them. Boxing it if you have couplers would leave you with your shipping material at the start of your ride...I guess you could send that back UPS or the like.
If I didn't have couplers and didn't want to mess with shipping boxes, I'd not put myself in the situation where I might potentially be stranded or suddenly have a complete change of plans because the conductor would not roll my tandem on.
Time is often a constraint when you have to double back, but we can cruise along on our tandem around 20 mph on the Katy. And the trail most always looks different going the other direction too.
Where to Find Fuel Canisters or Alcohol??
- + Hi, I am doing the Katy in a couple of weeks, self-supported. Flying into St. Louis & staying at a B&B (Lococo III). Is there anywhere close by in St. Charles to buy alcohol for my Trangia and/or fu...
Discussion started 08/18/2010 05:48 PM by Kate - 3 replies (last reply by Kate at 08/19/2010 01:21 PM)Kate from Cleveland OH on 08/18/2010 05:48 PM
Hi, I am doing the Katy in a couple of weeks, self-supported. Flying into St. Louis & staying at a B&B (Lococo III). Is there anywhere close by in St. Charles to buy alcohol for my Trangia and/or fuel canisters for my little teeny stove? Thanks for info ~~
Jodi from St. Charles ,MO on 08/18/2010 07:32 PM
Hi, I would go to Bass Pro Shop.
http://www.basspro.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/CFPageC?
storeId=10151&catalogId=10001&langId=-1&appID=94&storeID=26
We have a free Trolley service here in Frenchtown that runs everyday
but Monday, and it goes right past it! Have a great ride!
Jodi Devonshire
2nd Street Bike Stop Cafe
Gary near Tebbetts from Tebbetts, MO on 08/18/2010 10:54 PM
There is a Bass Pro shop on south 5th street just north of I70. My guess is you will go right by it coming from the airport to your B&B.
Kate from Cleveland OH on 08/19/2010 01:21 PM
Thanks for the responses. I'll have to give that free trolley a try ~~ sounds like fun!