snakes on the trail?
- + I just took my wife and daughter on a one day trail ride from Rocheport to McBaine (20 mile RT) last Sunday and couldn't ask for a more beautiful day on the trail. Returning on our round trip heading...
Discussion started 07/22/2009 11:50 AM by Kyle - 12 replies (last reply by EB at 07/25/2009 01:37 AM)Kyle from Bolivar, MO on 07/22/2009 11:50 AM
I just took my wife and daughter on a one day trail ride from Rocheport to McBaine (20 mile RT) last Sunday and couldn't ask for a more beautiful day on the trail. Returning on our round trip heading west just before crossing under I-70 we come upon a 4 ft. snake laying across the trail thinking it was a copperhead. I have always wanted to see a copperhead but this snake had some unusual markings as well as the tail looked different. I took some pictures and when I arrived home we zoomed in on the tail and could see the rattles and after looking in a snake book it was in fact the markings of a timber rattlesnake. I have seen diamond back rattlers but never a timber. Has anyone else seen many snakes?
Wil from St. Louis on 07/22/2009 12:57 PM
When passing through the Weldon Springs area on Sunday, July 5, we saw a young copperhead curled up about 2 feet onto the trail. This is a very heavily traveled part of the trail, so the snake must have been despirate to find a dry spot after the hard rains on the 3rd and 4th.
Brad from St Louis on 07/22/2009 01:59 PM
I took these photos in the FAQ:
http://www.bikekatytrail.com/faq.aspx#wildlife
Those are the only venomous snakes I've seen on the trail.
In addition to these I've seen lots of harmless snakes like green snakes, garters, speckled kingsnakes, and rat snakes (or large nearly black snakes that look like rat snakes).
Cathy from Jefferson City on 07/22/2009 07:52 PM
I mostly ride the trail between Hatrsburg and Steedman. I probably see a snake about half the times I go out on the trail. I believe they are usually black snakes, and not that big, maybe 3 ft.
bears from Ashland on 07/22/2009 08:01 PM
Hartsburg to North Jefferson, quite a few snakes. Garter, Green, Black and Red Milk snakes. Copperhead haven starts at the Highway
63 overpass and continues a hundred yards east, although I have
seen several copperheads in other places along this stretch.
Please do not harm or kill any snakes.
MAH from Blue Springs, MO on 07/22/2009 09:09 PM
Wow, I've seen copperheads, black snakes, green ones and non poisonous patterned ones, but yet to see a rattler. I know they're there though. Don't know if that's your good luck or not...LOL. Too bad we can't post pictures here in the forum of interesting things we see.
Anonymous from Tebbetts on 07/22/2009 11:05 PM
A couple of years ago I was coming back to Jeff from Hartsburg and the sun was beginning to set. As I went through the last shaded area before getting to Jeff I came across about a dozen or more copper heads along the trail. Some were small and stretched out on the trail and a few were larger and coiled up on the edge of the trail. It was a really weird experience as I had to zigzag for about a hundred yards to miss them all. There was one particularly large one coiled up on the right side of the trail that I made sure to give plenty of space as I went by.
Brad from St Louis on 07/23/2009 08:12 AM
Here are a couple photos I took that are in the FAQ:
http://www.bikekatytrail.com/faq.aspx#wildlife
They are the only venomous snakes I've seen on the trail.
The timber rattler was found on a hot day in late September. He was passive and completely disinterested in my presence. The baby copperhead, on the other hand, was found on a cold morning a few days later and was full of attitude.
Everything else I've seen has been garters, speckled kingsnake, some type of black snakes, and green snakes. The green snakes are hilarious - their coloring makes them stand out on the limestone, but they remain dead still.
Robert Johnson from columbia on 07/23/2009 03:11 PM
I've lived in Missouri all of my life. I am an avid hunter and wildlife photographer and I've
never seen a timber rattler. I'd say you were pretty lucky to have seen one.
Nature Lover on 07/24/2009 12:46 PM
I saw a guy draining a one-eyed snake on the trail. It wasn't very big, but it was spooky.
Robert Johnson from columbia on 07/24/2009 02:07 PM
Might have been me. I've only done that about 100,000 times! : )
Nature Lover on 07/24/2009 02:12 PM
Hmmm. I think you're putting me on with that last name of yours.
EB from Greenwood on 07/25/2009 01:37 AM
Kyle, I’d say you were very lucky to spot a Timber rattler. I’ve never seen a rattler in nearly 30 years of outdoor pursuits. We made a trip across the Katy the first week of July and saw the following: Black Rat Snake, Prairie Ringneck Snake, Western Ribbon Snake, Northern Water Snake, and a Yellow Bellied Racer. I had a heck of a time getting photos of most of them (to show my four year old boy). I gained new respect for those fellas on Animal Planet.
Katy Trail Waterfall
- + Yesterday I was checking out the Katy Trail photos section on this website and came across "Katy Trail Waterfall" by Scot A. McNealy.
Does anyone know approximately what mile marker or what tra...
Discussion started 07/24/2009 05:28 AM by Mike - 1 reply (last reply by stevo at 07/24/2009 01:48 PM)Mike from St. Charles on 07/24/2009 05:28 AM
Yesterday I was checking out the Katy Trail photos section on this website and came across "Katy Trail Waterfall" by Scot A. McNealy.
Does anyone know approximately what mile marker or what trailhead ths is near? Thanks!
stevo from saint louis on 07/24/2009 01:48 PM
Just a guess, but it reminds me of an area around the Hamburg Trail connection, which is around MM 55. This would obviously have been taken after a pretty big rainstorm.
Riding from Clinton to St. Charles
- + I made my first ride on the Katy this week. Starting in Clinton Sunday and ending in St.Charles, Wed. noon. The things that stick out in my mind on this trip was the kindness of the Sedalia drivers S...
Discussion started 07/24/2009 11:49 AM by John B. - 0 repliesJohn B. from Springfield, MO on 07/24/2009 11:49 AM
I made my first ride on the Katy this week. Starting in Clinton Sunday and ending in St.Charles, Wed. noon. The things that stick out in my mind on this trip was the kindness of the Sedalia drivers Sunday. Stopping and waving me through trail intersections. In Cliffton City, At what I can only guess is the town trail greeter. A friendly gentleman with large grey beard, who will talk your leg off. The nice town of Pilot Grove, prety town, nice people. The welcoming sight of the shelter at Tebbetts. Please riders if you use this shellter (or just ride by) stop and make a donation. The trail has some wash out issues 4 miles east of Tebbets to Portland. The great food in Herman (barrel burgers rule). The store at Peers is a must stop. Klondike Park is great camp ground. And riding your bike down the brick streets on the river front in St. Charles. This trip is a will be repeated but, the next trip I will take more time to soak it in.
Peers Store (Peers)
- + I spent the night at the store this past week with my son in one of their upstairs rooms. My main attraction was the affordable price that offered shelter, a soft bed, air-conditioned comfort, and a s...
Discussion started 07/23/2009 11:07 AM by R. Smith - 1 reply (last reply by Cvrz at 07/23/2009 11:18 PM)R. Smith from Harrisonville, MO on 07/23/2009 11:07 AM
I spent the night at the store this past week with my son in one of their upstairs rooms. My main attraction was the affordable price that offered shelter, a soft bed, air-conditioned comfort, and a sandwich to start us out the next morning. I am thankful for the kindness that the whole business showed us, plus we were able to get a ride to the next town because we took on more than we could handle when my son and I started out on this wonderful bike trail. Thanks to Barb for her hospitality and service.
P.S. I offered money to the gentleman who drove us back up the trail on that rainy Tuesday.
R. Smith from Harrisonville, MO on 07/23/2009 11:07 AM
I spent the night at the store this past week with my son in one of their upstairs rooms. My main attraction was the affordable price that offered shelter, a soft bed, air-conditioned comfort, and a sandwich to start us out the next morning. I am thankful for the kindness that the whole business showed us, plus we were able to get a ride to the next town because we took on more than we could handle when my son and I started out on this wonderful bike trail. Thanks to Barb for her hospitality and service.
P.S. I offered money to the gentleman who drove us back up the trail on that rainy Tuesday.
Cvrz from St Peters on 07/23/2009 11:18 PM
Yes I love that place! I recently stopped in again for lunch and got the special which was Green Beans and Sausage...and inexpensive and delicious! They were warm and friendly people, and the store is a neat time capsule to browse about in and get supplies. I'm planning to try an overnighter there soon.
Cvrz from St Peters on 07/23/2009 11:18 PM
Yes I love that place! I recently stopped in again for lunch and got the special which was Green Beans and Sausage...and inexpensive and delicious! They were warm and friendly people, and the store is a neat time capsule to browse about in and get supplies. I'm planning to try an overnighter there soon.
Dogs on Trail between Rocheport and McBaine
- + Just wanted to make riders aware that approximately a mile before Huntsdale there is a
small farm that seems to be right in the trail. They have a couple aggressive dogs that
have chased us t...
Discussion started 07/23/2009 09:59 AM - 0 repliesAnonymous on 07/23/2009 09:59 AM
Just wanted to make riders aware that approximately a mile before Huntsdale there is a
small farm that seems to be right in the trail. They have a couple aggressive dogs that
have chased us the last several days. They are small terrier type dogs but quite
aggressive. One is a small black one and the other is a white and black one. They like to
chase bikes! Just wanted to let you know so you have the pepper spray ready. Mine
malfunctioned as he was going for my leg but I was able to get by after he chased us for
at least a quarter mile at full speed! I reported it to the DNR so hopefully they will talk
with the landowner before someone gets bitten. In the meantime I have a new bottle of
pepper spray that I will not hesitate to use to train these aggressive dogs if they do it
again. By the way, I am a dog owner and love animals before someone gets upset. Pepper
spray won't permanently hurt them but will remedy the problem.
Critter Cottage Bed & Breakfast (Marthasville)
- + Located about five miles from the trailhead, this rebuilt log cabin was full of eclectic decorations. An addition houses a fully equipped kitchen and a Jacuzzi in the bathroom. The antique rope bed in...
Discussion started 07/22/2009 09:30 PM by Bill and Lora - 0 repliesBill and Lora from Kansas City on 07/22/2009 09:30 PM
Located about five miles from the trailhead, this rebuilt log cabin was full of eclectic decorations. An addition houses a fully equipped kitchen and a Jacuzzi in the bathroom. The antique rope bed in the loft may be too short for some people, but it was fine for us. (They've recently added a sleeper sofa on the main floor.) This is a very quiet, secluded get-away.
Bill and Lora from Kansas City on 07/22/2009 09:30 PM
Located about five miles from the trailhead, this rebuilt log cabin was full of eclectic decorations. An addition houses a fully equipped kitchen and a Jacuzzi in the bathroom. The antique rope bed in the loft may be too short for some people, but it was fine for us. (They've recently added a sleeper sofa on the main floor.) This is a very quiet, secluded get-away.
Cafe Napoli (Boonville)
- + We wanted to avoid the national chains on our vacation and thought this restaurant looked interesting. We sat at a two-chair table in the window and enjoyed watching the people walking by. We split a ...
Discussion started 07/22/2009 09:21 PM by Bill and Lora - 0 repliesBill and Lora from Kansas City on 07/22/2009 09:21 PM
We wanted to avoid the national chains on our vacation and thought this restaurant looked interesting. We sat at a two-chair table in the window and enjoyed watching the people walking by. We split a pepperoni and Italian sausage stromboli and were glad to be sharing. It was HUGE. A pleasant dining experience.
Bill and Lora from Kansas City on 07/22/2009 09:21 PM
We wanted to avoid the national chains on our vacation and thought this restaurant looked interesting. We sat at a two-chair table in the window and enjoyed watching the people walking by. We split a pepperoni and Italian sausage stromboli and were glad to be sharing. It was HUGE. A pleasant dining experience.
Pilot Grove
- + We began our Katy Trail vacation here in Pilot Grove. I (Lora) have always wanted to ride the bridge over I-70. :o) We didn't stay in Pilot Grove but at the Iron Horse Hotel in nearby Blackwater. This...
Discussion started 07/22/2009 09:16 PM by Bill and Lora - 0 repliesBill and Lora from Kansas City on 07/22/2009 09:16 PM
We began our Katy Trail vacation here in Pilot Grove. I (Lora) have always wanted to ride the bridge over I-70. :o) We didn't stay in Pilot Grove but at the Iron Horse Hotel in nearby Blackwater. This hotel is a delightful experience. It has RR themed rooms and is right next to the tracks. It also houses the Iron Horse Restaurant, a very nice dining establishment in the "middle of nowhere." The sweet potato chips are amazing!
Country Inn & Suites On Historic Main Street (St Charles)
- + Good value for the money. We were too busy riding the trail to make use of the amenities. The room was nice and quiet. Our room overlooked the brick street, but others have a view of the Katy. It was ...
Discussion started 07/22/2009 09:08 PM by Bill and Lora - 0 repliesBill and Lora from Kansas City on 07/22/2009 09:08 PM
Good value for the money. We were too busy riding the trail to make use of the amenities. The room was nice and quiet. Our room overlooked the brick street, but others have a view of the Katy. It was great fun to be able to wake up, hop on our bikes, ride for awhile and be back before breakfast was over. I (Lora) really liked the waffles. :o)
Bill and Lora from Kansas City on 07/22/2009 09:08 PM
Good value for the money. We were too busy riding the trail to make use of the amenities. The room was nice and quiet. Our room overlooked the brick street, but others have a view of the Katy. It was great fun to be able to wake up, hop on our bikes, ride for awhile and be back before breakfast was over. I (Lora) really liked the waffles. :o)
School House B&B (Rocheport)
- + We stayed the night of July 22, 2009. It was the end of a vacation of bike riding on the Katy. What a wonderful way to end our trip! The room was comfortable, the hosts friendly and helpful, and break...
Discussion started 07/22/2009 09:03 PM by Bill and Lora - 0 repliesBill and Lora from Kansas City on 07/22/2009 09:03 PM
We stayed the night of July 22, 2009. It was the end of a vacation of bike riding on the Katy. What a wonderful way to end our trip! The room was comfortable, the hosts friendly and helpful, and breakfast was marvelous. We've wanted to stay here for years, and our visit didn't disappoint. We can wholeheartedly recommend this B&B.
Bill and Lora from Kansas City on 07/22/2009 09:03 PM
We stayed the night of July 22, 2009. It was the end of a vacation of bike riding on the Katy. What a wonderful way to end our trip! The room was comfortable, the hosts friendly and helpful, and breakfast was marvelous. We've wanted to stay here for years, and our visit didn't disappoint. We can wholeheartedly recommend this B&B.
Mokane Bar and Grill (Mokane)
- + Stopped by today July 22, 2009. Great food great service. I was with my family and felt at ease having a great lunch there.
Discussion started 07/22/2009 07:41 PM by Dave and Family - 0 repliesDave and Family from Lake Ozark on 07/22/2009 07:41 PM
Stopped by today July 22, 2009. Great food great service. I was with my family and felt at ease having a great lunch there.
Dave and Family from Lake Ozark on 07/22/2009 07:41 PM
Stopped by today July 22, 2009. Great food great service. I was with my family and felt at ease having a great lunch there.
Burr Oak Tree (McBaine)
- + This tree is fantastic! Definitely something that you should stop and see! We were there today 7-19-09...
Discussion started 07/19/2009 09:09 PM by C_Bunch - 4 replies (last reply by JG at 07/22/2009 08:53 AM)C_Bunch from Lake of the Ozarks on 07/19/2009 09:09 PM
This tree is fantastic! Definitely something that you should stop and see! We were there today 7-19-09...
C_Bunch from Lake of the Ozarks on 07/19/2009 09:09 PM
This tree is fantastic! Definitely something that you should stop and see! We were there today 7-19-09...
Local from Columbia from Columbia on 07/19/2009 11:30 PM
Absolutely! I believe it's 350 years old if I'm not mistaken? Definitely worth a look.
Local from Columbia from Columbia on 07/19/2009 11:30 PM
Absolutely! I believe it's 350 years old if I'm not mistaken? Definitely worth a look.
Kyle from Bolivar, MO on 07/21/2009 01:33 PM
I visited the tree for the second time this year on Sunday July 19th. I would like to know if anyone has ever measured the girth around the tree? It's amazing not only the height of the tree but I'd like to know the diameter of the trunk.
Kyle from Bolivar, MO on 07/21/2009 01:33 PM
I visited the tree for the second time this year on Sunday July 19th. I would like to know if anyone has ever measured the girth around the tree? It's amazing not only the height of the tree but I'd like to know the diameter of the trunk.
Trek on 07/21/2009 01:51 PM
Google Kyle, Google! And, you'll find this article with the diameter listed.
http://www.columbiamissourian.com/stories/2008/03/11/famous-bur-oak-tree-gets-pampered/
You'll have to do some higher math to determine the girth. Google should be able to help you with a formula too if you don't have one handy.
Trek on 07/21/2009 01:51 PM
Google Kyle, Google! And, you'll find this article with the diameter listed.
http://www.columbiamissourian.com/stories/2008/03/11/famous-bur-oak-tree-gets-pampered/
You'll have to do some higher math to determine the girth. Google should be able to help you with a formula too if you don't have one handy.
JG from Columbia on 07/22/2009 08:53 AM
The circumference is 287 inches, the height 90 feet and the spread is 130 feet giving it a Missouri point value of 410. Not only is this the Missouri state champion bur oak, it is also a national champion. For more information on state champion trees go to:
http://mdc4.mdc.mo.gov/Documents/294.pdf
JG from Columbia on 07/22/2009 08:53 AM
The circumference is 287 inches, the height 90 feet and the spread is 130 feet giving it a Missouri point value of 410. Not only is this the Missouri state champion bur oak, it is also a national champion. For more information on state champion trees go to:
http://mdc4.mdc.mo.gov/Documents/294.pdf
Training For a Full Ride
- + I'm moving to Sedalia in the near future and want to ride the trail from start to finish over the course of a week. Probably early September time frame. Does anyone have any recommended training to ...
Discussion started 07/17/2009 11:54 PM by "Swindle" Windle - 8 replies (last reply by Terry at 07/21/2009 11:39 PM)"Swindle" Windle from soon to be Sedalia on 07/17/2009 11:54 PM
I'm moving to Sedalia in the near future and want to ride the trail from start to finish over the course of a week. Probably early September time frame. Does anyone have any recommended training to get me ready? I'm not a professional cyclist and not really an amateur one either. I've been using the stationary bikes at the gym and am capable of 35 miles in 90 minutes on a level 10. I'm averaging 95 rpms as well, if any of this helps. I could easily continue to 50 or more miles at that pace if I didn't have other obligations to get to.
Anyway, back to the point. Any recommended training or am I good to go? Thanks to all who reply.
Cathy from Jefferson City on 07/18/2009 04:38 PM
It sounds like you're in good shape to do the Katy Trail. I'm over 50 (too close to 60 to admit it) and my daughter and I biked from Rocheport to St. Charles in 4 days. Sounds like you won't have a problem doing the whole trail in a week. My training consisted of getting on the trail for 3-4 hours twice a week from early May. With that little amount of conditioning I was able to handle riding the Katy Trail 4-5 hours a day for four days. Other posts on this forum have a lot of good suggestions, like getting out early, have plenty of water and some energy replenishing snacks (some trailheads only have vending machines). The Tour of Missouri will be 9/7-9/13/09, so that might impact availability of places to stay in Jefferson City and Sedalia. Google Tour of Missouri to see the dates and when the race will be in those areas. If you plan on staying at B & Bs or even camping, call ahead now to reserve a room, or get information about camping. If you don't already have a copy, get "The Complete Katy Trail Guidebook" by Brett Dufur. Between the book and this website you'll have a ton of helpful information about what's available along the trail. Enjoy your ride.
Anonymous on 07/18/2009 06:21 PM
If you aren't doing it already, you need to get out on a real bike and hit the road or trail. You need to condition your body for spending hours in the saddle. Plus the additional demands of balancing and controlling a bike for long periods. Also you need to practice carrying your supplies, drinking while riding, etc.
If you've already made plans for your average distance per day, try working up to that distance and see how you feel (on the road, not at the gym).
Also anticipate going a little slower on the trail. The trail seems to take a couple miles-per-hour out of your usual on the road traveling speed.
When I did an end-to-end (plus a few extra miles) trip in 7 days, I trained by averaging 125 miles a week on local roads and sometimes the trail. I tried to get in a 50 mile plus ride during the weekend, often times carrying my full load of camping supplies. I also did a couple overnight practice trips.
Best of luck!
Anonymous on 07/18/2009 06:27 PM
OOPS. I may have overstated the amount of riding you would need to do. My 2004 ride was an end-to-end and back in 7 days. I did an end-to-end ride in 2007, with someone else carrying my supplies, in 5 days based on less than 100 miles a week and felt fine. I bet I could do the 225 miles in 7 days on 60 to 75 miles a week if I paced myself.
newbiker from Chesterfield on 07/21/2009 01:59 PM
I was wondering how realistic it is to plan on going 30-40 miles a day in August. Granted, we are having wonderfully cool weather in July, but it's bound to warm up. Are there any recs on how to deal with sweltering weather?
Trek on 07/21/2009 02:26 PM
When it's really hot out keep the water bottles full and carry extra water in a camel if you have one. And, don't pass on a chance to refill the bottles....you should drink more than you think you can and you don't want to run out.
Use the shade along the trail to cool down in....that's what it's there for.
And invest in a ChillyPad. It's a great little towel that's always cool and works wonders in the heat. I think mine came from REI. Or check out froggtoggs dot com.
Diane from Scott AFB, Illinois on 07/21/2009 02:43 PM
Trek...thanks for the heads-up on the Chilly Pad...REI does not carry it but you can order it online from froggtoggs. I've been looking for something to help keep me cool on the trail.
troy ratliff from jonesboro, ar on 07/21/2009 04:22 PM
I agree with the poster who said get on a real bike some. I bike between 4000 and 6000 road miles a year. In the winter I also ride a stationary bike and there's just no comparison between the two. I'll be stunned if you are able to ride comfortably on the trail for a week not having ridden a real bike some in training.
Terry from Festus on 07/21/2009 11:39 PM
I found the Chill Pads close to the registers at a Dick's store. Sounds like a good product for some of those trailside merchants to carry. They work great.
Deon's Bar & Grill (Pilot Grove)
- + BAD BAR FOOD
Discussion started 06/01/2008 11:53 AM by Fred - 14 replies (last reply by hookedonbiking at 07/21/2009 01:55 PM)Fred from Georgetown SC on 06/01/2008 11:53 AM
BAD BAR FOOD
Anonymous on 06/01/2008 07:26 PM
Also the best bar food in town since it is the only place in open after 6PM. Ate there the other day, don't think I could have whipped any of the local gals. Gas mask also required to battle the smoking haze...
Anonymous from St. Thomas on 06/02/2008 11:29 AM
Deon's is a small town bar...nothing more....nothing less. Pilot Grove is at the end of our first leg when we ride the whole trail and we always eat there. Colorful would be my description.
Anonymous from Highland, IL on 06/02/2008 01:52 PM
We biked from Sedalia to Rocheport this past Saturday and went to Deon's for lunch. We thought the cheeseburgers and fries were great and certainly hit the spot after our ride. The people were friendly and the restrooms were clean.
Biker from Farmington on 06/04/2008 01:47 PM
I check this site sporadically, but I still remember a previous post on this forum in which someone representing the trail towns was asking, "What can we do to bring more people into our Katy Trail towns, so they'll spend a little money our way?" A couple of people suggested that the townspeople needed to be a little friendlier to the bikers in order to gain their business. Friends, based on the first 2 comments in this post, it's crystal clear why some townspeople might not be thrilled with any dismissive, condescending, patronizing, or high-maintenance/low-feedback attitudes that some (thankfully, not all) of the bikers seem to exhibit. Many of these towns are developing, and they have to start somewhere.
Deerslayer from Hermann on 06/04/2008 09:24 PM
I couldn't agree with Biker from Farmington more. If you're not having ; lower your standards. If you take time to apreciate the locals they just might take time to apreciate you.
gc from Columbia, Mo. on 06/06/2008 07:14 AM
Amen to that, Deer
Anonymous from Springfield on 06/11/2008 06:51 PM
Fine dining it was not, but the place had a nice character. Plain hamburger, plain tater tots, plain beer, fun playing shuffleboard; just a simple diner among friendly people. Sometimes, a place like that is just where I want to be, and I liked it!
Anonymous on 06/13/2008 09:25 AM
Last time visited, wanted to make nice with the locals. Took some flowers for the boys at the bar. Before I could get in, was jumped by 3 junk yard dogs. After a savage 4 hour battle, I staggered in with what was left of my body and flowers. Guys took one look at me asked about the dogs. One was beyond saving, so they decided to BBQ him. They were proud of me. Come to find out everyone in that bar hated those dogs. Bought me drinks. I love those guys, they are having a parade in my honor on the 4th of July. Biker dude saves town.
Anonymous from St. Thomas on 06/13/2008 10:13 AM
Just try to get that type of entertainment at your average snooty piano bar. By the way.....did the flowers work?
Anonymous on 06/13/2008 10:37 AM
From reading the account of this event, it appears that it is immaterial whether the flowers worked or not. There was a BBQ, a pending parade in honor of biker dude, and he got free drinks and probably to the dismay of the local gents he fell in love with them.
Anonymous on 06/14/2008 10:52 PM
Sad tail... Word was just received that biker dude past away. All signs point to his cause of demise as infected dog meat. Surly the parade on the 4th will be cancelled.
Rhys Minnick from Pilot grove on 06/25/2009 11:10 AM
The bar is under new management, by my mother and I, i hope everyone does stop back in the try the place out and please give feedback. We have all new foods, and the beer is always cold. We have all domestics, and a few imported.
cunninghamair from O'Fallon, MO on 06/26/2009 09:43 AM
I've never been to Deon's, but I find anywhere with air conditioning, clean bathrooms, cold
drinks and protein receive a passing grade. (I always laugh at the "best cheeseburger"
posts--everything is the best cheeseburger after a long day on the trail!) Last I checked,
there aren't any Ruby Tuesdays' along the trail.
Thanks Rhys.
hookedonbiking from KC on 07/21/2009 01:55 PM
Is there anyplace to sit where no smoking is allowed? We may be riding that way this weekend, but our riding buddy can't be around smoke at all.