Abigails (Rocheport)
- + We made Abigails our lunch stop on our ride last Saturday and found the restored building charmingly decorated with art objects, dark wood, and rugs. It has the air of a Greenwich bistro with gourmet...
Discussion started 03/15/2006 10:28 AM by Lisa D. - 2 replies (last reply by Eric Stechmann at 05/01/2007 08:58 PM)Lisa D. from Shawnee, KS on 03/15/2006 10:28 AM
We made Abigails our lunch stop on our ride last Saturday and found the restored building charmingly decorated with art objects, dark wood, and rugs. It has the air of a Greenwich bistro with gourmet food you wouldn’t expect in a small midwestern town. I enjoyed a mouthwatering crabcake on a bed of salad greens, topped with a smooth cream dressing. While they don’t have a children’s menu, they prepared a special plate for each of my children with delectable, beautifully arranged fruit, and a heaping basket of freshly baked bread. The prices are reasonable for lunch at an upscale bistro. We hope to come back and enjoy a romantic dinner here on one of our future rides. I highly recommend stopping here for a bite. One note, they don’t have bottled water, but you can get that at the antique shop next door.
Marta from Columbia,MO on 04/30/2007 12:57 PM
I agree Abigails is always an excellent spot for a unique meal! We have dropped in on many occasions and each time the quality of food and service is A+!
Eric Stechmann from MO on 05/01/2007 08:58 PM
While you are in Rocheport, be sure and visit the Les Bourgeois A-Frame to snack or enjoy some wine. It's a lot of fun.
Comments from recumbent rides on the Katy Trail?
- + In addition to my "upright" bike, I have a recumbent tricycle (tadpole configuration). I love the latter for the comfort, ease on muscles, and added miles I find I can put in as a result. (I find I ta...
Discussion started 04/30/2007 03:43 PM by Paul - 2 replies (last reply by brad at 05/01/2007 09:58 AM)Paul from Lincoln, NE on 04/30/2007 03:43 PM
In addition to my "upright" bike, I have a recumbent tricycle (tadpole configuration). I love the latter for the comfort, ease on muscles, and added miles I find I can put in as a result. (I find I take in more of the scenery, too.) However, I wonder if the small rims/tire would be problematic on a limestone trail. Another other 'bent rider take their wheels on the Katy? I'd welcome comments, suggestion and cautionary tales. Also, would you recommend "fatter" or skinnier" tires to best accomodate the vagaries of the trail?
Thanks!
Trek Biker from St. Joseph, MO on 05/01/2007 09:03 AM
There were two Catrike riders at the trailhead in Pilot Grove Sunday afternoon when we passed through. They appeared to have a tire issue.....were arguing over who's fault it was....not sure what the problem was, but choose to avoid the issue....didn't want to be the one responsible for their tire debacle. lol
brad from st louis on 05/01/2007 09:58 AM
I've ridden the trail on both uprights and a recumbent. The recumbent is a two-wheeled, short wheel based model (Bacchetta Giro 20). It has 1.5" semi-smooth tires, 20" in front and 26" in back.
No problems. The trail is mostly hard-packed, sometimes a little soft on the edges after a storm. You do have to watch the trail for branches, snakes and washouts.
I can't imagine any problems caused by riding a recumbent trike. In fact, the lower position of a trike would probably make it easier to pass through the gates at mark road crossings.
I would recommend tire liners or kevlar belts. There seems to be enough stuff on the trail to cause occasional punctures. I would stick with tires at least 1-1/8" wide. No need to go extremely wide or knobby. Wider probably gives you a little more cushioning.
Dutzow to Augusta stretch
- + Beware of the Dutzow to Augusta stretch. There are several potholes that are easy to miss unless you are right on top of them. My husband went through a nasty one and fell off his bike.
Discussion started 04/30/2007 09:14 PM by FloridaGirl - 0 repliesFloridaGirl on 04/30/2007 09:14 PM
Beware of the Dutzow to Augusta stretch. There are several potholes that are easy to miss unless you are right on top of them. My husband went through a nasty one and fell off his bike.
H. H. Fortmann & Co. (Marthasville)
- + Unfortunately, HH Fortmann and Co. appears to have gone out of business. We arrived in town about 6:30 and saw that the windows were covered with butcher paper and no signs of life. I was really loo...
Discussion started 04/29/2007 09:49 PM by Jeff - 1 reply (last reply by FloridaGirl at 04/30/2007 09:07 PM)Jeff from Ottumwa, Iowa on 04/29/2007 09:49 PM
Unfortunately, HH Fortmann and Co. appears to have gone out of business. We arrived in town about 6:30 and saw that the windows were covered with butcher paper and no signs of life. I was really looking foward to eating there based upon the comments posted here.
Jeff from Ottumwa, Iowa on 04/29/2007 09:49 PM
Unfortunately, HH Fortmann and Co. appears to have gone out of business. We arrived in town about 6:30 and saw that the windows were covered with butcher paper and no signs of life. I was really looking foward to eating there based upon the comments posted here.
FloridaGirl on 04/30/2007 09:07 PM
We were there on 4/20 and they were open and had a very delicious lunch. Unfortunately when we came back through town on 4/25 they were closed. Not sure if it permanent or not. Its a shame though; we had to get sandwiches at the gas station instead. I hope they open back up.
FloridaGirl on 04/30/2007 09:07 PM
We were there on 4/20 and they were open and had a very delicious lunch. Unfortunately when we came back through town on 4/25 they were closed. Not sure if it permanent or not. Its a shame though; we had to get sandwiches at the gas station instead. I hope they open back up.
Augusta
- + Don't be fooled by the map into thinking the wineries are all in town. Several of them are a few miles out of town. Mt. Pleasant and Augusta are in town and perfectly adequate to sample some product...
Discussion started 04/29/2007 09:57 PM by Jeff - 0 repliesJeff from Ottumwa, Iowa on 04/29/2007 09:57 PM
Don't be fooled by the map into thinking the wineries are all in town. Several of them are a few miles out of town. Mt. Pleasant and Augusta are in town and perfectly adequate to sample some product.
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Augusta Brewing Co. (Augusta)
- + I have to disagree with the other posters' negative comments about the Augusta Brewing Co. We arrived a few minutes before they opened at 11:00, and the bartender brought out glasses of water and sa...
Discussion started 04/29/2007 09:55 PM by Jeff - 0 repliesJeff from Ottumwa, Iowa on 04/29/2007 09:55 PM
I have to disagree with the other posters' negative comments about the Augusta Brewing Co. We arrived a few minutes before they opened at 11:00, and the bartender brought out glasses of water and said we would have to wait a few minutes to order beer and food. The manager then came out and while getting set up for the day, she sat and chatted for awhile. She told us about a few points of interest in town and explained the beers on the menu. We ordered the large meat and cheese platter, along with a sampler of their beer, and everything was very good. If you are planning to pay small-town bar prices for their microbrews, you should move on down the trail, but it was defenitely a good stop and a comfortable way to pass a few hours on their deck overlooking the trail.
Jeff from Ottumwa, Iowa on 04/29/2007 09:55 PM
I have to disagree with the other posters' negative comments about the Augusta Brewing Co. We arrived a few minutes before they opened at 11:00, and the bartender brought out glasses of water and said we would have to wait a few minutes to order beer and food. The manager then came out and while getting set up for the day, she sat and chatted for awhile. She told us about a few points of interest in town and explained the beers on the menu. We ordered the large meat and cheese platter, along with a sampler of their beer, and everything was very good. If you are planning to pay small-town bar prices for their microbrews, you should move on down the trail, but it was defenitely a good stop and a comfortable way to pass a few hours on their deck overlooking the trail.
The Little House B&B (Marthasville)
- + I would have to echo the positive comments from the other posters about Rita and the Little House. This place is so immaculate, I almost felt bad about dragging my smelly carcass inside. Rita was mo...
Discussion started 04/29/2007 09:46 PM by Jeff - 0 repliesJeff from Ottumwa, Iowa on 04/29/2007 09:46 PM
I would have to echo the positive comments from the other posters about Rita and the Little House. This place is so immaculate, I almost felt bad about dragging my smelly carcass inside. Rita was more than welcoming and showed us around for about 10 minutes before leaving us to get cleaned up and settled in for the night. There is a full kitchen, full bath, two bedrooms, a large living room and cable for those who can't go without it. This is a great find on the trail.
Jeff from Ottumwa, Iowa on 04/29/2007 09:46 PM
I would have to echo the positive comments from the other posters about Rita and the Little House. This place is so immaculate, I almost felt bad about dragging my smelly carcass inside. Rita was more than welcoming and showed us around for about 10 minutes before leaving us to get cleaned up and settled in for the night. There is a full kitchen, full bath, two bedrooms, a large living room and cable for those who can't go without it. This is a great find on the trail.
Treloar Bar & Grill (Treloar)
- + We stopped late on Friday afternoon and would have stayed a lot longer if the weather wasn't threatening to the west and our host in Marthasville wasn't waiting for us. Nice people and cold beverages...
Discussion started 04/29/2007 09:41 PM by Jeff - 0 repliesJeff from Ottumwa, Iowa on 04/29/2007 09:41 PM
We stopped late on Friday afternoon and would have stayed a lot longer if the weather wasn't threatening to the west and our host in Marthasville wasn't waiting for us. Nice people and cold beverages. They offered to let us camp behind the bar and stay for karaoke if we were tenting it.
Jeff from Ottumwa, Iowa on 04/29/2007 09:41 PM
We stopped late on Friday afternoon and would have stayed a lot longer if the weather wasn't threatening to the west and our host in Marthasville wasn't waiting for us. Nice people and cold beverages. They offered to let us camp behind the bar and stay for karaoke if we were tenting it.
Trailside Bar & Grill (Rhineland)
- + They had cold beer and the Food Network goign when we arrived around 3 PM on a Friday. Funny thing, we ran into some of the same locals we'd shared lunch with in Portland. They apparently migrated o...
Discussion started 04/29/2007 09:38 PM by Jeff - 0 repliesJeff from Ottumwa, Iowa on 04/29/2007 09:38 PM
They had cold beer and the Food Network goign when we arrived around 3 PM on a Friday. Funny thing, we ran into some of the same locals we'd shared lunch with in Portland. They apparently migrated over the course of the afternoon.
Jeff from Ottumwa, Iowa on 04/29/2007 09:38 PM
They had cold beer and the Food Network goign when we arrived around 3 PM on a Friday. Funny thing, we ran into some of the same locals we'd shared lunch with in Portland. They apparently migrated over the course of the afternoon.
Lester Foster's Music Park (Clinton)
- + Were can I find info on the Grass Valley Bluegrass festival tha is to be at Lester Park May 4, 5 and 6 2006? Is there camping? Are dogs allowed? and all other info?
Discussion started 03/05/2006 09:01 AM by kg - 7 replies (last reply by anonymous at 04/29/2007 09:35 PM)kg from kimberling city on 03/05/2006 09:01 AM
Were can I find info on the Grass Valley Bluegrass festival tha is to be at Lester Park May 4, 5 and 6 2006? Is there camping? Are dogs allowed? and all other info?
kg from kimberling city on 03/05/2006 09:01 AM
Were can I find info on the Grass Valley Bluegrass festival tha is to be at Lester Park May 4, 5 and 6 2006? Is there camping? Are dogs allowed? and all other info?
Mike Bryant from Southeast Missouri on 03/05/2006 09:18 AM
You should probably get intouch with the chamber in Clinton.
Mike Bryant from Southeast Missouri on 03/05/2006 09:18 AM
You should probably get intouch with the chamber in Clinton.
FANNY BOYER from ST JOSEPH MO on 03/27/2006 06:47 PM
can yhou tell when the music festial is and how is going to be there
thank you fanny
FANNY BOYER from ST JOSEPH MO on 03/27/2006 06:47 PM
can yhou tell when the music festial is and how is going to be there
thank you fanny
Ray (Webmaster) on 04/19/2006 12:53 PM
The 2006 spring bluegrass festival is May 4-7, and fall festival is October 5-8. Cost is $13 per day or $32 for all 4 days. Yes, camping is allowed. Dogs are allowed in the camping area, but not in the performance area or around the concessions. For additional info, like Mike said, contact Clinton Chamber of Commerce at 660-885-8166
Ray (Webmaster) on 04/19/2006 12:53 PM
The 2006 spring bluegrass festival is May 4-7, and fall festival is October 5-8. Cost is $13 per day or $32 for all 4 days. Yes, camping is allowed. Dogs are allowed in the camping area, but not in the performance area or around the concessions. For additional info, like Mike said, contact Clinton Chamber of Commerce at 660-885-8166
Ken Peterson from Sioux City IA on 04/21/2006 08:54 PM
We are planning on going on Friday May 5th, the night before we catch a train in Sedalia. I
spoke with a lady today at this number (Blue Grass Festival-Don kaiser Studio
660-885-3751) she's sending me a flyer in the mail about the line up. Tent camping is $3
and she said theres plenty of room for tents.
Ken Peterson from Sioux City IA on 04/21/2006 08:54 PM
We are planning on going on Friday May 5th, the night before we catch a train in Sedalia. I
spoke with a lady today at this number (Blue Grass Festival-Don kaiser Studio
660-885-3751) she's sending me a flyer in the mail about the line up. Tent camping is $3
and she said theres plenty of room for tents.
Bill from Joplin on 10/03/2006 03:00 PM
Plan to come, but would be interested in knowing the line-up,,at least some of them. Already know that Lost Highway will be there. They are the BEST!
Bill from Joplin on 10/03/2006 03:00 PM
Plan to come, but would be interested in knowing the line-up,,at least some of them. Already know that Lost Highway will be there. They are the BEST!
Gwen Buege from Lakeview, Arkansas on 10/06/2006 12:03 PM
Any time that you book Lost Highway...We will be there!
Gwen Buege from Lakeview, Arkansas on 10/06/2006 12:03 PM
Any time that you book Lost Highway...We will be there!
Anonymous from Crane, Missouri on 04/29/2007 09:35 PM
I understand that Lonesome Road will be there - they are the best and we will follow them anywhere.
Anonymous from Crane, Missouri on 04/29/2007 09:35 PM
I understand that Lonesome Road will be there - they are the best and we will follow them anywhere.
N. Jefferson
- + The Truman Hotel and Convention Center was perfect for our trip. We got in about 8:30 PM the night before heading off to the east on the trail. The room was $59 plus tax, including a breakfast buffe...
Discussion started 04/29/2007 09:28 PM by Jeff - 0 repliesJeff from Ottumwa, Iowa on 04/29/2007 09:28 PM
The Truman Hotel and Convention Center was perfect for our trip. We got in about 8:30 PM the night before heading off to the east on the trail. The room was $59 plus tax, including a breakfast buffet and a ride to the trailhead, as well as parking for our vehicle. The hotel van met us at our room and drove us to the North Jefferson trailhead, a 10-minute trip. Joe Kurmaskie wrote about this place in his latest book and he wasn't kidding--it's a great bargain.
Riverfront Bar & Grill (Portland)
- + After passing through two dead towns, it was nice to run into Judy and the cast of characters who gather here for lunch. The food was good and reasonably priced. We could have played pool and knocke...
Discussion started 04/29/2007 09:22 PM by Jeff - 0 repliesJeff from Ottumwa, Iowa on 04/29/2007 09:22 PM
After passing through two dead towns, it was nice to run into Judy and the cast of characters who gather here for lunch. The food was good and reasonably priced. We could have played pool and knocked back cool beverages all afternoon here.
Jeff from Ottumwa, Iowa on 04/29/2007 09:22 PM
After passing through two dead towns, it was nice to run into Judy and the cast of characters who gather here for lunch. The food was good and reasonably priced. We could have played pool and knocked back cool beverages all afternoon here.
El Sambre Restaurante (Clinton)
- + I've eaten bad Mexican food before but this one was by far the worst. Very mediocre place. Inexpensive. Service okay. Friendly faces.
Discussion started 04/28/2007 10:19 PM by Dena Caceres - 0 repliesDena Caceres on 04/28/2007 10:19 PM
I've eaten bad Mexican food before but this one was by far the worst. Very mediocre place. Inexpensive. Service okay. Friendly faces.
Dena Caceres on 04/28/2007 10:19 PM
I've eaten bad Mexican food before but this one was by far the worst. Very mediocre place. Inexpensive. Service okay. Friendly faces.
McKittrick
- + wow so there is other mckittricks out there
Discussion started 04/28/2007 05:45 AM by christopher mckittrick - 0 replieschristopher mckittrick from middlesbrough uk on 04/28/2007 05:45 AM
wow so there is other mckittricks out there
Harbor Haus Inn & Suites (Hermann)
- + Have stayed there 3 times now.
When I am riding the KATY trail, I enjoy the room, ate lots of breakfast without guilt, and had great conversation.
Frank has also been very responsive when I...
Discussion started 04/27/2007 10:18 PM by Ranj - 0 repliesRanj from Kansas City on 04/27/2007 10:18 PM
Have stayed there 3 times now.
When I am riding the KATY trail, I enjoy the room, ate lots of breakfast without guilt, and had great conversation.
Frank has also been very responsive when I rolled in on my recumbent late at night.
I agree, Frank's helpful generosity reminds me of the Missouri country I grew up in.
Ranj from Kansas City on 04/27/2007 10:18 PM
Have stayed there 3 times now.
When I am riding the KATY trail, I enjoy the room, ate lots of breakfast without guilt, and had great conversation.
Frank has also been very responsive when I rolled in on my recumbent late at night.
I agree, Frank's helpful generosity reminds me of the Missouri country I grew up in.
Clinton Lodging
- + Which hotel/motel is closest to the trailhead??
Discussion started 04/18/2007 03:59 PM by DougK - 8 replies (last reply by MAH at 04/27/2007 06:25 PM)DougK from Troy on 04/18/2007 03:59 PM
Which hotel/motel is closest to the trailhead??
steve k from saint louis on 04/19/2007 11:37 AM
Technically, I believe it is more or less a tie between Days Inn, Safari Motel, and USA Inn as they are all in the same area. However, none of them have direct access to the trail. I ended up at the Days Inn when I was there, but I have not been there enough to say if there are others that are more accessible by bike or foot.
Arkie on 04/20/2007 08:23 AM
Probably the best lodgings are at the Holiday Inn Express. It is not directly by the trail, but if you don't mind you can access reasonably well. Just before you cross I-70, ease off to the east. Might have to cross about 100 yards of a corn field to hit the access road. The rest is just a short ride east to the hotel which is on the north side of the interstate.
steve k from saint louis on 04/20/2007 09:54 AM
Arkie, I believe you may be thinking Booneville, but I am little confused about the shortcut through a cornfield as I have not heard that one before. I-70 & Holiday Inn Express are not in Clinton, MO.
J&K from Drexel MO on 04/21/2007 07:58 AM
Doug, Steve is correct about the three way tie above but keep in mind that Clinton is a very small town and flat. Most of the motels and eating joints are on the south end of town. We stayed at the Hampton last fall and they were very accommidating for bikers. We rolled our bikes right down the halls. In the morning it is only a couple mile easy ride to the trail head....not bad if you are going 225! Have fun.
El Tor on 04/21/2007 03:17 PM
For what it is worth - I've used the USA Inn. It's handy to the trailhead and CHEAP. While it is not new, nor fancy, I found it to be exceedingly clean and comfortable when I stayed there in October before heading east on towards St. Charles.
El Toro on 04/21/2007 03:17 PM
For what it is worth - I've used the USA Inn. It's handy to the trailhead and CHEAP. While it is not new, nor fancy, I found it to be exceedingly clean and comfortable when I stayed there in October before heading east on towards St. Charles.
Arkie on 04/23/2007 11:16 PM
Mea culpa! Absolutely correct and I apologize. You asked about Clinton and I spoke to Boonville. I did stay at the Hampton Inn at Clinton and found those folks to be very gracious and helpful. Several restaurants nearby and a Walmart across the highway. It is a quick ride to the TH along the hgihway.
MAH from Blue Springs, MO on 04/27/2007 06:25 PM
I just stayed at the USA Inn last night. As El Tor said, not fancy, but clean and cheap. It's 1.3 miles from the trailhead on easy wide streets. Breakfast isn't fancy (cold cereal, cinnamon buns, bananas,coffee and juice) but it was enough to do until I went through Windsor and picked up something at Casey's. My only suggestion would be to ask for a room on the back side farthest from the road if possible. I was on the front side and close to the highway and the semi's were noisy coming to a stop and starting again at the stoplight.
McBaine - Lucy's
- + We can vouch for previous entries on the burgers at Lucy's, excellent! Also, the beer is ice cold and the jukebox has something for everyone. If you "Can't Get No, Satisfaction" at Lucy's, there's som...
Discussion started 04/23/2007 09:43 AM by Gorn - 2 replies (last reply by Jason at 04/27/2007 01:26 PM)Gorn from Overland Park, KS on 04/23/2007 09:43 AM
We can vouch for previous entries on the burgers at Lucy's, excellent! Also, the beer is ice cold and the jukebox has something for everyone. If you "Can't Get No, Satisfaction" at Lucy's, there's something wrong with you. Just a great, roadhouse kind of place with very friendly locals and proprietors.
El Toro on 04/25/2007 11:23 PM
Second this comment. I had a burger and fries there yesterday on my way through and it was GOOD! Very, very friendly. In fact, they offered to fill my water bottles...I didn't even have to ask. Lots of ice and cold water that tasted good all afternoon. A great stop for me! I will do it again.
Jason from Huntsville, AL on 04/27/2007 01:26 PM
Their burgers and fries are the best! We didn't have the best service, but honestly, we didn't expect to, so we didn't care. The food easily made up for anything else that was wrong!
Clinton To Rocheport
- + Hi! I plan to ride the Katy from Clinton to Rocheport. What's this stretch like? I've been from
Rocheport to St. Chuckie. Thanks, FP
Discussion started 04/11/2007 03:50 PM by Flip Putthoff - 2 replies (last reply by trinjboro at 04/27/2007 12:03 PM)Flip Putthoff from Rogers, Arkansas on 04/11/2007 03:50 PM
Hi! I plan to ride the Katy from Clinton to Rocheport. What's this stretch like? I've been from
Rocheport to St. Chuckie. Thanks, FP
MLH from Overland Park on 04/26/2007 02:32 PM
The western half of the trail has more unshaded stretches, more hills although none too difficult and longer distances between services and trailheads. There are more areas that are away from the highway also. And you share the trail with horseriders between Windsor and Sedalia but I have never found that to be a problem personally, just know the rules. The Clinton to Booneville section of the trail seems to have more patches of loose gravel and so be careful with narrow tires.
trinjboro from Jonesboro, AR on 04/27/2007 12:03 PM
The Clinton to Sedalia stretch is boooooooring. Lots of farmland with very little trees to block the wind if it is blowing. Also watch out for the horses and riders, you have to yield to them when you're on a bike and they can be very obnoxious. Sedalia to Booneville is more scenic, lots of trees and wildlife. It's not hilly (non of the KATY is), but there is a grade to deal with on this stretch. Booneville to Rocheport is also scenic as you will have the river on one side and neat limestone bluffs on the other. Enjoy the weekend !!
Lester Foster's Music Park (Clinton)
- + Why can't I find the dates for 2007 for the Bluegrass Festival?
Discussion started 04/26/2007 10:57 PM by DR - 1 reply (last reply by Trek Biker at 04/27/2007 09:46 AM)DR from Slick Willie MO. on 04/26/2007 10:57 PM
Why can't I find the dates for 2007 for the Bluegrass Festival?
DR from Slick Willie MO. on 04/26/2007 10:57 PM
Why can't I find the dates for 2007 for the Bluegrass Festival?
Trek Biker from St. Joseph, MO on 04/27/2007 09:46 AM
That question seems to appear about once a year when the bluegrassers hit the bike site to find information. The answer, my friend, may be that you don't Google!
A quick "Google" should land you at, or near clintonmo.com, where a few quick clicks will lead you to visitor information....events.....search by date to find:
27th Annual Golden Valley Bluegrass Jamboree
From May 3 2007 to May 6 2007
Lester Foster's Music Park, Clinton, MO
660-885-3069
Four days of the best of bluegrass
I hope this helps.....sounds like a good time.
Trek Biker from St. Joseph, MO on 04/27/2007 09:46 AM
That question seems to appear about once a year when the bluegrassers hit the bike site to find information. The answer, my friend, may be that you don't Google!
A quick "Google" should land you at, or near clintonmo.com, where a few quick clicks will lead you to visitor information....events.....search by date to find:
27th Annual Golden Valley Bluegrass Jamboree
From May 3 2007 to May 6 2007
Lester Foster's Music Park, Clinton, MO
660-885-3069
Four days of the best of bluegrass
I hope this helps.....sounds like a good time.
Watch for this family on the east end of the trail this weekend
- + http://www.crazyguyonabike.com/doc/?o=1gci&doc_id=1495&v=1JA
The Vogel family has been on an amazing bike tour since June of last year! They are currently on the Katy Trail.
Discussion started 04/20/2007 10:59 PM by savage24 - 3 replies (last reply by savage24 at 04/26/2007 07:54 AM)savage24 from KC,MO on 04/20/2007 10:59 PM
http://www.crazyguyonabike.com/doc/?o=1gci&doc_id=1495&v=1JA
The Vogel family has been on an amazing bike tour since June of last year! They are currently on the Katy Trail.
MAH from Blue Spgs, MO on 04/21/2007 09:31 AM
Thanks for the post with link re the Vogel family. My hubby and I were heading from Boonville to Sedalia yesterday and passed them between Pilot Grove and Boonvile. As fully loaded as they were, we wondered what their "story was" and how far they were going. Now we know!
Trek Biker from St. Joseph on 04/21/2007 12:41 PM
Very interesting.....thanks Savage.
The crazyguy site is a great place to gain inspiration. I've spent hours there reading blogs from travelers around the world. It's fun to read and ride along on a cold winter day.
Now if I were independently wealthy and thirty years younger.
savage24 from KC,MO on 04/26/2007 07:54 AM
I checked the journal last night, they have completed the Katy and really seemed to enjoy it. They have lots of great pictures up - makes me want to get out there. I did cringe at the story of the boys playing in the river though!
mosquitoes
- + For people who plan to sleep outside in the designated campsites, (or maybe even "guerilla-style" out in the weeds), when do the mosquitoes get bad on the Katy Trail? I would think since it's so clos...
Discussion started 04/26/2007 04:00 AM by howard hughes blues - 0 replieshoward hughes blues from kc on 04/26/2007 04:00 AM
For people who plan to sleep outside in the designated campsites, (or maybe even "guerilla-style" out in the weeds), when do the mosquitoes get bad on the Katy Trail? I would think since it's so close to the river they could be horrendous, but probably not until June or July. Anybody know?
September riding
- + What should I expect for weather in mid-September?
Any experience with shuttles from around Marthasville to Boonville?
Discussion started 04/23/2007 02:21 PM by canyoncamper - 3 replies (last reply by El Toro at 04/25/2007 11:20 PM)canyoncamper from Grand Junction, CO on 04/23/2007 02:21 PM
What should I expect for weather in mid-September?
Any experience with shuttles from around Marthasville to Boonville?
trinjboro from Jonesboro, AR on 04/25/2007 08:58 AM
September runs the gauntlet. It can be in the 90's or 70's. It will most likely be humid regardless. October is the better choice.
Trek Biker from St. Joseph, MO on 04/25/2007 11:27 AM
Try the Katy Trail Weather Guide on this website for some good Missouri/Katy weather information.....from the home page, "Katy Trail Weather Guide" under "More Katy Trail State Park Resources."
El Toro on 04/25/2007 11:20 PM
I rode Clinton-St. Charles last year in mid-October and while the mornings were a bit cool I loved it and the scenery was spectacular that time of year. I would think that September has the chance to be about perfect.