Tryathletics is awesome!!
- + Just wanted to let everyone know that TryAthletics is awesome. On
Sunday, October 4 2009, I busted a rear spoke on the KATY just before
the Columbia spur. My son and I were able to catch a r...
Discussion started 10/19/2009 01:22 AM by Chuck & Kaleb - 6 replies (last reply by Trek at 11/04/2009 08:17 AM)Chuck & Kaleb from Raytown, MO on 10/19/2009 01:22 AM
Just wanted to let everyone know that TryAthletics is awesome. On
Sunday, October 4 2009, I busted a rear spoke on the KATY just before
the Columbia spur. My son and I were able to catch a ride to
TryAthletics with my rear wheel. The staff allowed me to use their
tools to attempt a repair (couldn't get the cassette off on the
trail). When I was unable to true the wheel, the staff actually
called another bike shop in town that had a mechanic on duty then gave
us a ride there to see if they could true the wheel. When we had no
luck at that store, Tryathletics actually called their weekday
mechanic and he came in, trued the wheel, didn't charge me a dime and
then one of the staff drove me all the way back down to the KATY to
complete our trip.
If it hadn't been for the assistance of the wonderful staff at
Tryathletics, the last day of our ride would have been a total mess.
Thanks Tryathletics!!!
Trek on 10/19/2009 02:07 PM
One spoke is a show stopper??
Doug from Bluffton on 10/19/2009 05:04 PM
No Kidding! Young whippersnappers! Why once I broke my front wheel, cracked my frame, was locked in high gear with a concussion, none of the restaurants were open, there was no water, I had a flat, the light went out in my fridge but by God we liked it!
Trek on 10/19/2009 08:26 PM
Doug......you deserve a beer my friend!
Doug from Bluffton on 10/19/2009 08:41 PM
You are correct sir! And to honor your astute deductive reasoning, I believe I shall have one. And in further observance of your obviously astute and quite capable mind, I shall set one aside in preparation for your possible arrival. It happened once you know.
Chuck & Kaleb from Raytown, MO on 11/03/2009 09:28 PM
Believe it or not...that single spoke was enough to throw my wheel so
far out of true that it couldn't be ridden any further without my
throwing my back out if I tried ;-)
Trek on 11/04/2009 08:17 AM
Sounds like the spoke that broke was the only good one you had left!
I called Triathletics last week while searching for some information. The guy I talked to could not have been more helpfull.
great way to take a vacation
- + great place to go for vacation. katy trail is awsome hope to go again...
Discussion started 11/04/2009 02:35 AM by sammy sumner - 0 repliessammy sumner from washiington missouri on 11/04/2009 02:35 AM
great place to go for vacation. katy trail is awsome hope to go again...
sightings of a buck deer riding a bike
- + i couldn't believe my eyes when i was on the trail. taking a rest when all of sudden this bike went flying buy me . and saw a buck deer riding the bike. that is the strangeist sighting i ever seen. i ...
Discussion started 11/04/2009 02:28 AM by tom maloney - 0 repliestom maloney from weldon springs missouri on 11/04/2009 02:28 AM
i couldn't believe my eyes when i was on the trail. taking a rest when all of sudden this bike went flying buy me . and saw a buck deer riding the bike. that is the strangeist sighting i ever seen. i thought bigfoot was a mystery. it only happens around harvest season in the fall. i guess he wanted to take a break before hunting season. besides that it's a great trail to ride or walk on
enjoy riding my bike on the katy trail.
- + I ENJOY RIDING MY BIKE ON THE KATY TRAIL. IT GIVES YOU A SENCE OF PEACE AND FREEDOM IN ALL FOUR SEASONS. TO ENJOY THE POETRY OF THE LANDSCAPE AND WHAT GOD HAS CREATED FOR US. TO ENJOY NATURE TO ESCAPE...
Discussion started 11/03/2009 02:27 AM by randy eads - 0 repliesrandy eads from marthasville on 11/03/2009 02:27 AM
I ENJOY RIDING MY BIKE ON THE KATY TRAIL. IT GIVES YOU A SENCE OF PEACE AND FREEDOM IN ALL FOUR SEASONS. TO ENJOY THE POETRY OF THE LANDSCAPE AND WHAT GOD HAS CREATED FOR US. TO ENJOY NATURE TO ESCAPE FROM THE CRAZY WORLD WE LIVE IN. AND OUR TROUBLES WE MIGHT HAVE IN OUR BUSY LIVES.. IT'S A GREAT PLACE TO ESCAPE
Washington Revolution Cycles
- + Joe at Revolution Cycles agreed to pick our group of 4 up on a SUNDAY at the Dutzow
trailhead. He sent his son to pick us up and he was just so accommodating and helpful. We
needed to catch ...
Discussion started 11/02/2009 07:57 PM by Carol Rowland - 0 repliesCarol Rowland from Lee''''s Summit on 11/02/2009 07:57 PM
Joe at Revolution Cycles agreed to pick our group of 4 up on a SUNDAY at the Dutzow
trailhead. He sent his son to pick us up and he was just so accommodating and helpful. We
needed to catch the Amtrak back to Jeff City and without their help we would not have been
able to ride that far and make that beautiful trip without backtracking. Thanks again to a first
rate Bike Shop!!
McKittrick Myer's Hilltop Farm
- + We stayed at Maggie and Eldon's beautiful B&B on Oct. 31. They were SO hospitable and
made us all feel so welcome. Their place is just beautiful and immaculately kept!!! They
were so gracio...
Discussion started 11/02/2009 07:48 PM by Carol Rowland - 0 repliesCarol Rowland from Lee''s Summit on 11/02/2009 07:48 PM
We stayed at Maggie and Eldon's beautiful B&B on Oct. 31. They were SO hospitable and
made us all feel so welcome. Their place is just beautiful and immaculately kept!!! They
were so gracious as to take us into town to eat at Stone Hill Restaurant and came back 2
hours later to pick us up. We had to find a convenience store before going back and he
drove around and found one for us. Even gave us a mini tour of Hermann. Maggie made
the most wonderful breakfast the next morning. She really knows a cyclists needs for
nutrition and made everything that would enhance our further ride on the Katy Trail. All
in all it was a very relaxing and pleasant stay and one we would highly recommend. We
would definitely return again!
Polly's B&B (Pilot Grove)
- + Our stay with Polly was just wonderful!! She is the sweetest person and
her home is beautiful, clean and truly comfortable. Her breakfast was
delicious, with everything you could ask for! S...
Discussion started 11/02/2009 12:56 PM by Maria - 0 repliesMaria from Brighton, MI on 11/02/2009 12:56 PM
Our stay with Polly was just wonderful!! She is the sweetest person and
her home is beautiful, clean and truly comfortable. Her breakfast was
delicious, with everything you could ask for! She really makes you feel
like you are family and she has to be the one of the best values on the
trail!!
Maria from Brighton, MI on 11/02/2009 12:56 PM
Our stay with Polly was just wonderful!! She is the sweetest person and
her home is beautiful, clean and truly comfortable. Her breakfast was
delicious, with everything you could ask for! She really makes you feel
like you are family and she has to be the one of the best values on the
trail!!
School House B&B (Rocheport)
- + Our stay at the Schoolhouse B&B was wonderful. It's accommodations are
really lovely and comfortable! It and Rocheport would make for a
wonderful couples get away all by themselves.
Discussion started 11/02/2009 12:50 PM by Maria - 0 repliesMaria from Brighton, MI on 11/02/2009 12:50 PM
Our stay at the Schoolhouse B&B was wonderful. It's accommodations are
really lovely and comfortable! It and Rocheport would make for a
wonderful couples get away all by themselves.
Maria from Brighton, MI on 11/02/2009 12:50 PM
Our stay at the Schoolhouse B&B was wonderful. It's accommodations are
really lovely and comfortable! It and Rocheport would make for a
wonderful couples get away all by themselves.
Globe Hotel Bed & Breakfast (Hartsburg)
- + We had a great time in Hartsburg with Jeanette. She greeted us with
her famously tasty lemonade and my husband must have drank about half
of the pitcher himself! The place is a restored hotel...
Discussion started 11/02/2009 12:43 PM by Maria - 0 repliesMaria from Brighton, MI on 11/02/2009 12:43 PM
We had a great time in Hartsburg with Jeanette. She greeted us with
her famously tasty lemonade and my husband must have drank about half
of the pitcher himself! The place is a restored hotel from the 1800's.
It is spotlessly clean and decorated with beautiful antique furniture.
Jeanette generously allowed me the use of her washer and dryer to get
our biking clothes clean. She is just the nicest lady and has some
really incredible stories and photos about the flood of '93. Jeanette
is such a kind hearted woman and proof would have to be in all of the kitty's she has rescued and now lovingly takes care of. (The vast
majority of which do live outdoors.) As for folks with cat
sensitivities this may not be the place for you, but for the rest,
this is a wonderful stop along the trail!
Maria from Brighton, MI on 11/02/2009 12:43 PM
We had a great time in Hartsburg with Jeanette. She greeted us with
her famously tasty lemonade and my husband must have drank about half
of the pitcher himself! The place is a restored hotel from the 1800's.
It is spotlessly clean and decorated with beautiful antique furniture.
Jeanette generously allowed me the use of her washer and dryer to get
our biking clothes clean. She is just the nicest lady and has some
really incredible stories and photos about the flood of '93. Jeanette
is such a kind hearted woman and proof would have to be in all of the kitty's she has rescued and now lovingly takes care of. (The vast
majority of which do live outdoors.) As for folks with cat
sensitivities this may not be the place for you, but for the rest,
this is a wonderful stop along the trail!
Rendleman Home B&B (Bluffton)
- + What can I say, this was truly a favorite stop!! Doug's home is
homey, clean and comfortable and we had such a good time with him and
our fellow house guests! His dog Honey is just the sweet...
Discussion started 11/02/2009 11:14 AM by Maria - 0 repliesMaria from Brighton, MI on 11/02/2009 11:14 AM
What can I say, this was truly a favorite stop!! Doug's home is
homey, clean and comfortable and we had such a good time with him and
our fellow house guests! His dog Honey is just the sweetest! Doug is
very knowledgeable about the biking the trail and he gave us some
great advice. The evening we arrived he made us an incredible dinner
of pot roast and vegetables, then built a bonfire and entertained us
with hilarious stories that mostly seemed to start with, "Well, we'd
been drinking...". We slept really well in a very comfortable bed
and woke the next morning to a great breakfast of delicious french
toast! It was pouring rain that day and we took Doug up on his offer
to drive us up the road to our next stop. Thanks Doug, we will definitely be coming back!!!
Maria from Brighton, MI on 11/02/2009 11:14 AM
What can I say, this was truly a favorite stop!! Doug's home is
homey, clean and comfortable and we had such a good time with him and
our fellow house guests! His dog Honey is just the sweetest! Doug is
very knowledgeable about the biking the trail and he gave us some
great advice. The evening we arrived he made us an incredible dinner
of pot roast and vegetables, then built a bonfire and entertained us
with hilarious stories that mostly seemed to start with, "Well, we'd
been drinking...". We slept really well in a very comfortable bed
and woke the next morning to a great breakfast of delicious french
toast! It was pouring rain that day and we took Doug up on his offer
to drive us up the road to our next stop. Thanks Doug, we will definitely be coming back!!!
Meyers Hilltop Farm (McKittrick)
- + Meyer Hill Top Farm is just on the other side of the river from Hermann.
The house and farm are beautiful and the couple, Eldon and Maggie, who
run the place were very warm and helpful. They s...
Discussion started 11/02/2009 10:54 AM by Maria - 0 repliesMaria from Brighton, MI on 11/02/2009 10:54 AM
Meyer Hill Top Farm is just on the other side of the river from Hermann.
The house and farm are beautiful and the couple, Eldon and Maggie, who
run the place were very warm and helpful. They shuttled us back and
forth from Hermann twice. Once after our day visiting there and then
again the next morning when we realized that a piece from my bike had
fallen off the day before and was now missing. Eldon even called the
owner of the bike shop and talked him into opening early so that we
could get back on the road quickly.
Maria from Brighton, MI on 11/02/2009 10:54 AM
Meyer Hill Top Farm is just on the other side of the river from Hermann.
The house and farm are beautiful and the couple, Eldon and Maggie, who
run the place were very warm and helpful. They shuttled us back and
forth from Hermann twice. Once after our day visiting there and then
again the next morning when we realized that a piece from my bike had
fallen off the day before and was now missing. Eldon even called the
owner of the bike shop and talked him into opening early so that we
could get back on the road quickly.
The Little House B&B (Marthasville)
- + Having this beautifully kept little house all to ourselves was a
wonderful private retreat! We loved the cheese tray and the home made
flower pot cake!! We will definitely stay here again!
Discussion started 11/02/2009 10:50 AM by Maria - 0 repliesMaria from Brighton, MI on 11/02/2009 10:50 AM
Having this beautifully kept little house all to ourselves was a
wonderful private retreat! We loved the cheese tray and the home made
flower pot cake!! We will definitely stay here again!
Maria from Brighton, MI on 11/02/2009 10:50 AM
Having this beautifully kept little house all to ourselves was a
wonderful private retreat! We loved the cheese tray and the home made
flower pot cake!! We will definitely stay here again!
Lococo House III (St Charles)
- + Thanks to Mike and Wanda for a wonderful stay! We stayed our first and
last night with them and after a wonderful breakfast on the first day
they shuttled us to our starting point on the trai...
Discussion started 11/02/2009 10:37 AM by Maria - 0 repliesMaria from Brighton, MI on 11/02/2009 10:37 AM
Thanks to Mike and Wanda for a wonderful stay! We stayed our first and
last night with them and after a wonderful breakfast on the first day
they shuttled us to our starting point on the trail. We would definitely recommended Lococo House!!!
Maria from Brighton, MI on 11/02/2009 10:37 AM
Thanks to Mike and Wanda for a wonderful stay! We stayed our first and
last night with them and after a wonderful breakfast on the first day
they shuttled us to our starting point on the trail. We would definitely recommended Lococo House!!!
Clifton City Garage
- + We had planned on eating in Clifton City which was about half way to Sedalia from Boonville. I had been raining all day and the trail was pretty soggy. Reaching the trail head I ventured out to see wh...
Discussion started 10/27/2009 11:45 AM by Clayton, Denise, Frank, and Mickie - 2 replies (last reply by jd at 11/02/2009 09:25 AM)Clayton, Denise, Frank, and Mickie from Archie, MO. on 10/27/2009 11:45 AM
We had planned on eating in Clifton City which was about half way to Sedalia from Boonville. I had been raining all day and the trail was pretty soggy. Reaching the trail head I ventured out to see where we would eat. Surprise, surprise; no cafe. I overlooked that part of the trip plan and trusted my buddy. Not to be denied, I stopped at the garage to talk to the boys and see where a guy could get some chow. They offered their chilli to us which we promptly accepted due to the fact that the women were cold and starving. There was about 2 bowles left but after adding Fritos and cheeze it was more than enough to fill the gap. Now I can not promise they will give you chilli but I can bet they will sell you what they have such as pop, beer, chips, candy bars... Tell them the bunch they got out of the rain sent ya. Heck, they even fired up a new urn of coffee for us. Nice folks!
Trek on 10/27/2009 07:38 PM
Nice folks! For some reason that just kind of sums it up for me. Everyone that we've met along the trail near Clifton City has been very friendly. We've ridden Sedalia to Boonville several times and find Clifton City to be a welcomed rest stop. For a small, small town it always seems active. We've enjoyed listening to horses clip clop through town as well as church music from the trailhead on a Sunday morning
A few years ago as we approached the trailhead there was a buz of young bike riders around the benches.....10 to 12 young boys. We could hear laughter and talking from a distance, but as we approached silence fell as the eyes of the Mennonite boys fell on us as if we were alien. We spoke and smiled to all of them, but no one spoke but one who appeared to be the oldest of the group. He asked several questions and we did too as a couple of the other boys soon chimmed in. It was refreshing to see such a group of young boys that were so polite and sincere.
jd from gkc on 11/02/2009 09:25 AM
For those who might not know where it is, the garage is the tan and white metal building at the top of the rise 2-blocks north of the trail. Its sliding doors are often open during warm weather. Cold drinks at hand!
Will these bikes work?
- + My wife and I are beginners at trail riding. Some friends want us to join them riding the Katy Trail for a couple of days. We are in our upper 50s. Neither of us has a true off-road bike.
...
Discussion started 10/02/2009 07:12 AM by Terry Quinn - 8 replies (last reply by John at 11/01/2009 11:10 AM)Terry Quinn from Germantown Hills, IL on 10/02/2009 07:12 AM
My wife and I are beginners at trail riding. Some friends want us to join them riding the Katy Trail for a couple of days. We are in our upper 50s. Neither of us has a true off-road bike.
My bike is an old Schwinn Traveler 12 speed road bike with very slim 100 psi untreaded road tires, racing handlebars, and no suspension. It has a softer than stock seat.
My wife's bike is an almost new 18 speed Specialized "comfort bike," upright riding position, medium-width treaded tires, fork suspension in front, and seat post suspension in rear.
Neither bike has fenders.
I'm guessing that her bike is probably going to be okay, and mine isn't going to work. Anyone have any comments on whether I can make the ride on mine, or that hers will have problems?
Terry
Trek on 10/02/2009 08:40 AM
Although your bike is probably not the ideal trail bike...yes it should work. We ride our road tandem on the Katy at times and it works fine. Just make sure to watch for hazards that might effect your smaller tires.....rocks, ruts, loose chat, etc. that may not be an issue for larger tires.
ChrisJ from Centralia, IL on 10/02/2009 10:35 AM
Trek is right. But more important than the type of bike, is how you handle it. If you get too close to the soft edge on any bike, you may be in for a spill. But MOST of the trail is hard packed and fine for skinny, slick tires if you stay alert.
Larry from St. Louis on 10/02/2009 10:36 AM
I agree with Trek's reply--you'll just have to be cautious with your Schwinn. There's quite a few leaves covering large walnuts on certain parts of the trail right now. So that could be an issue depending upon where you'll be riding. Also, depending upon how much you're accustomed to riding, don't let your friends schedule too many miles per day. That can put a damper on an otherwise great Katy experience.
Terry Quinn from Germantown Hills, IL on 10/02/2009 10:57 AM
I appreciate everyone's comments. Based on what I'm hearing, I may give it a try with my 12 speed. We should be traveling rather liesurely, especially with my wife along.
If you had not replied, I'd have been scrambling for another bike for the trip. Thanks.
Terry
Terry Quinn from Germantown Hills, IL on 10/02/2009 11:56 AM
I appreciate everyone's comments. Based on what I'm hearing, I may give it a try with my 12 speed. We should be traveling rather liesurely, especially with my wife along.
If you had not replied, I'd have been scrambling for another bike for the trip. Thanks.
Terry
Gene from Indiana on 10/02/2009 10:53 PM
Good idea to ride with other people. Bikes probably are OK but you might look into new tires
if you have old tires. Also, make sure the wife has a women's saddle. It will be more
comfortable for her.
Terry from Festus on 10/03/2009 12:28 AM
I do not know where you plan on riding on the trail, but you can always try the road bike and if things do not work out all that well you can visit a bike rental shop and rent a bike for a day or two. I know the shops in Rocheport and Defiance offer very reasonable rates.
John from East Jordan on 11/01/2009 11:10 AM
We have a 100km limestone trail in Michigan and I've seen many road bikes on that trail. Most road bikes can fit 700x28 tires instead of the skinnier 700x23 standard tire. If you were to fit the 28's on your bike, I think it would do just fine.
John
Which Bike?
- + I plan on riding the whole trail in early April, 2010. I have two bikes to choose from. I have a cyclocross with moustache handle bars and skinny knobby tires and I have a rigid frame mountain bike ...
Discussion started 09/26/2009 07:55 AM by Rose - 6 replies (last reply by John at 11/01/2009 11:04 AM)Rose from Asheville, NC on 09/26/2009 07:55 AM
I plan on riding the whole trail in early April, 2010. I have two bikes to choose from. I have a cyclocross with moustache handle bars and skinny knobby tires and I have a rigid frame mountain bike with fat knobby tires. The cyclocross is just a little lighter and is luggage friendly however I can with some effort put luggage on the mountain bike as well. Which one will serve me best on this particular trail during this time of season?
Anonymous on 09/26/2009 11:33 AM
I'd go with the cross bike, drop bars and 32's with lightly treaded tires. In April, flooding might be a concern but that's not going to affect bike choice. If there is a washout, the cross bike is much easier to hike-a-bike. Many ride road bikes with 25-28's. The Katy is smooth, an interstate compared to some other rails to trails.
Terry from Festus on 09/26/2009 10:59 PM
I have to agree. The cross bike is the perfect bike for the trail. I have completed 2 rides the length of the trail on mine and had zero problems.
El Toro on 10/04/2009 09:26 PM
I totally agree with the CROSS BIKE recommendations. Lots of miles on the KATY (including end-to-end) with my cross bike and I think it's the perfect choice. I run 30-32 tires with good luck.
Noah H from Chandler, AZ on 10/06/2009 12:44 PM
I agree, a cross bike is probably the best bike for the Katy Trail followed maybe by a Hybrid. I rode my Fuji Cross Comp with knobby 32's from Sedalia to St. Charles never felt the need for suspension. A mountain bike is just not as efficient for the type of distances you want to cover.
Cindy Bernard from Kokomo, IN on 10/10/2009 10:45 PM
A group of 8 of us rode the KATY trail from Clinton to St. Charles Sept 20-26. 7 of us were riding mountain bikes or hybrids; 1 was riding a road bike. The road bike had 4 flat tires:o( We encountered rain throughout the week and the mountain bike and hybrids were most suitable for the varied conditions of the trail once wet. We ride road bikes throughout the year and also questioned which type bike to ride on the trail. We were very happy with our decision to take our mountain bikes.
John from East Jordan on 11/01/2009 11:04 AM
I, too, am planning to ride the KATY the first week in April, 2010. I've got two bikes, on "fitness style" bike with 700x35 with nobbies and a road bike. I've chosen the fitness bike as I think it will handle the limestone better, is more pannier friendly and is a bit more stout. With the tires I have on it, it's pretty much like a cross bike, so it should be the right choice.
John
Finally completed Katy trail
- + Hello everyone.... I'm in cloud 9..I completed entire Katy trail last
weekend... hurray! Of course, this is not a very big accomplishment
for people over here.. but is a big one for me due to ...
Discussion started 10/27/2009 12:50 PM by Jiji - 10 replies (last reply by festus at 11/01/2009 08:57 AM)Jiji from St Louis on 10/27/2009 12:50 PM
Hello everyone.... I'm in cloud 9..I completed entire Katy trail last
weekend... hurray! Of course, this is not a very big accomplishment
for people over here.. but is a big one for me due to my history.. 2
years back I could hardly walk 3 miles ... Poor stamina, unfit body...
but the beauty of Katy Trail inspired me.. So this year I set a goal
to complete the entire Katy in parts even though I didn't have company
or training. initially even I thought it is unrealistic, even my
friends laughed at me, but here I'm :) Thanks a million to my fiance
to kept motivating me.. I love you dear!
"Nothing is impossible if you have will power/determination"
Trek on 10/27/2009 01:00 PM
Well.....Congratulations! I'd hope that you've become an inspiration to the nay sayers.
See ya on the trail!
MAH on 10/27/2009 06:01 PM
Way to go! Now that the Katy has gotten in your blood, I'm sure you'll be back for LOTS more. Hoping for a mild winter (although most likely not), so we won't have to stay away from the Katy for too long! Congrats!
Darrell from Jeff City, MO on 10/27/2009 07:44 PM
High fives to you Jiji! Way to go!
Cathy from Jefferson City on 10/27/2009 08:41 PM
Excellent!!! What a great story. The beauty of the trail is enchanting. I hope you'll be back over and over. And tell all your friends. That really is amazing.
Terry from Festus on 10/27/2009 11:01 PM
Great post!
Anonymous on 10/28/2009 06:54 AM
To work hard to reach a personal goal is a great experience, congratulations.
gc from Columbia on 10/29/2009 06:59 AM
Jiji,
I have a similar story as yours and did my end-to-end a couple years back. I won't bore you with all the details, but I just wanted to say Congrats!
GC
Jiji from St Louis on 10/29/2009 08:00 AM
Thanks everyone. Hope to see you all in Katy soon.... :)
DougK from Troy on 10/31/2009 02:15 PM
Good job!! Thanks for adding to the number of thru hikers. Urge others so the list continue to grow.
festus on 11/01/2009 08:57 AM
you kicked butt gurl!!!!!!! congrats. good job to your finance to for the support. way to go dude. glad to hear you made it. great job.
Jims Bar & Grill (Tebbetts)
- + Jim made us a great cheeseburger and entertained us with his unique music abilities. Come prepared to sing!
Discussion started 10/18/2009 09:43 AM - 1 reply (last reply by anonymous at 10/30/2009 02:48 PM)Anonymous on 10/18/2009 09:43 AM
Jim made us a great cheeseburger and entertained us with his unique music abilities. Come prepared to sing!
Anonymous on 10/18/2009 09:43 AM
Jim made us a great cheeseburger and entertained us with his unique music abilities. Come prepared to sing!
Anonymous on 10/30/2009 02:48 PM
Who is Jimmy, and is he wanted some where?
Anonymous on 10/30/2009 02:48 PM
Who is Jimmy, and is he wanted some where?
Glenn's Cafe at the Frederick (Boonville)
- + We spent two nights in Boonville. Our host at the B&B recommended Glen's on Friday night. The experience was so good there was no question that we would return on Saturday. They gave us a coupon fo...
Discussion started 10/18/2009 07:25 PM by John - 3 replies (last reply by gc at 10/29/2009 07:01 AM)John from St. Louis on 10/18/2009 07:25 PM
We spent two nights in Boonville. Our host at the B&B recommended Glen's on Friday night. The experience was so good there was no question that we would return on Saturday. They gave us a coupon for a reduced rate room in the hotel during the off season - I think we'll make the trip just for the food.......
John from St. Louis on 10/18/2009 07:25 PM
We spent two nights in Boonville. Our host at the B&B recommended Glen's on Friday night. The experience was so good there was no question that we would return on Saturday. They gave us a coupon for a reduced rate room in the hotel during the off season - I think we'll make the trip just for the food.......
Cyclone Billy from Creston Iowa on 10/26/2009 08:07 PM
Stayed at the Hotel Frederick Labor Day Weekend........Super place unfortunately Glenn's is
closed on Sundays but from what I gather it is a great place. A beautiful restoration with a
great staff and located right on the trail at the Bridge. I rode in from Sedalia then on to Jeff
City.
Cyclone Billy from Creston Iowa on 10/26/2009 08:07 PM
Stayed at the Hotel Frederick Labor Day Weekend........Super place unfortunately Glenn's is
closed on Sundays but from what I gather it is a great place. A beautiful restoration with a
great staff and located right on the trail at the Bridge. I rode in from Sedalia then on to Jeff
City.
kim from independence, mo on 10/27/2009 06:43 AM
Glenn's isn't closed on Sundays. We had wonderful meals on two separate Sundays at Glenn's back in June. Perhaps closed just that Labor Day weekend Sunday?
kim from independence, mo on 10/27/2009 06:43 AM
Glenn's isn't closed on Sundays. We had wonderful meals on two separate Sundays at Glenn's back in June. Perhaps closed just that Labor Day weekend Sunday?
gc from Columbia on 10/29/2009 07:01 AM
I want to concur. Glenn's is open on Sunday afternoons. The deal on Sunday is family-style dining on that day. Great food!
gc from Columbia on 10/29/2009 07:01 AM
I want to concur. Glenn's is open on Sunday afternoons. The deal on Sunday is family-style dining on that day. Great food!
Katy Bike Rental (Defiance)
- + BEFORE you leave your hometown to cycle the Katy Trail, get in touch with Todd and Robin at Katy Bike Rental. We brought our own bikes so we didn't think we would need much help. Hah! Todd met us a...
Discussion started 10/27/2009 09:01 PM by Laurie and Greg - 1 reply (last reply by Terry at 10/27/2009 10:58 PM)Laurie and Greg from Nevada City, California on 10/27/2009 09:01 PM
BEFORE you leave your hometown to cycle the Katy Trail, get in touch with Todd and Robin at Katy Bike Rental. We brought our own bikes so we didn't think we would need much help. Hah! Todd met us at the airport, and Lynn met us the next day AGAIN because our bikes hadn't arrived with us. She drove us to Sedalia, stayed close until she was sure we had the bikes assembled, and we ended up keeping in touch by phone, "rain shuttle" and emergency shuttle through the whole trip. When we finally got to their store in Defiance, we were surprised to see their prices are competitive with big city prices. These are the people to contact if you are nervous about taking the leap and going on your first long bike trip far away from home.
Laurie and Greg from Nevada City, California on 10/27/2009 09:01 PM
BEFORE you leave your hometown to cycle the Katy Trail, get in touch with Todd and Robin at Katy Bike Rental. We brought our own bikes so we didn't think we would need much help. Hah! Todd met us at the airport, and Lynn met us the next day AGAIN because our bikes hadn't arrived with us. She drove us to Sedalia, stayed close until she was sure we had the bikes assembled, and we ended up keeping in touch by phone, "rain shuttle" and emergency shuttle through the whole trip. When we finally got to their store in Defiance, we were surprised to see their prices are competitive with big city prices. These are the people to contact if you are nervous about taking the leap and going on your first long bike trip far away from home.
Terry from Festus on 10/27/2009 10:58 PM
Hands down they are my favorite stop on the trail.
Terry from Festus on 10/27/2009 10:58 PM
Hands down they are my favorite stop on the trail.
Augusta
- + We loved our stay in Augusta last weekend. It was our last stop as we rode the Katy Trail from Sedalia to St. Charles, and everyone in the town was so friendly and welcoming. We spent the night at t...
Discussion started 10/27/2009 08:53 PM by Laurie and Greg - 0 repliesLaurie and Greg from Nevada City, California on 10/27/2009 08:53 PM
We loved our stay in Augusta last weekend. It was our last stop as we rode the Katy Trail from Sedalia to St. Charles, and everyone in the town was so friendly and welcoming. We spent the night at the Applegate Inn, which turned out to be our favorite inn along the trail. Lynne, the proprietor, went way beyond the usual attentiveness we had gotten used to on our journey, even calling in the evening to offer us a ride to the restaurant of our choice. The breakfast the next morning turned out to also be our lunch that day, all carefully packed by Lynne into a cute little gift bag. We will definitely return!
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Globe Hotel Bed & Breakfast (Hartsburg)
- + Oct. 06-09 Our stay @ the Globe was a very positive experience. We enjoyed the famous lemonade after eating at the bar next door. Jeanette was spot on with helpfulness. Each room had a sink in it(-: E...
Discussion started 10/26/2009 08:36 PM by Clayton,Denise,Frank, & Mickie - 0 repliesClayton,Denise,Frank, & Mickie from Archie, MO. on 10/26/2009 08:36 PM
Oct. 06-09 Our stay @ the Globe was a very positive experience. We enjoyed the famous lemonade after eating at the bar next door. Jeanette was spot on with helpfulness. Each room had a sink in it(-: Even though the shower and tub were shared the lines were not long at all for thier use. Jeanette is continuously improving this jewel. The breakfast was very "healthy" and tasty. The hot hard boiled egg was very good. (nothing fried) We got warm muffins to go as we headed out. Thank you again!
As far as the cat issue: Denise is highly sensitive to dander and she had no problem during our stay. No hair floating around. Watch out for Frank the cat. He has his mug shot on the front door so you can recoginze him and keep him out of the house.
Clayton,Denise,Frank, & Mickie from Archie, MO. on 10/26/2009 08:36 PM
Oct. 06-09 Our stay @ the Globe was a very positive experience. We enjoyed the famous lemonade after eating at the bar next door. Jeanette was spot on with helpfulness. Each room had a sink in it(-: Even though the shower and tub were shared the lines were not long at all for thier use. Jeanette is continuously improving this jewel. The breakfast was very "healthy" and tasty. The hot hard boiled egg was very good. (nothing fried) We got warm muffins to go as we headed out. Thank you again!
As far as the cat issue: Denise is highly sensitive to dander and she had no problem during our stay. No hair floating around. Watch out for Frank the cat. He has his mug shot on the front door so you can recoginze him and keep him out of the house.