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Greg from Round Lake Park, IL on 10/24/2010 7:58:39 PM:
Good Day, All! I just decided that I think I'd like to ride the Katy in a couple of weeks....no preparation or planning...I think I'll just drive down and then SAG myself....ride about 40 miles, turn-around, return to my car, and then "shuttle" myself to where I turn around each day. I guess restrooms and some trail amenities will be closed along the way, but can I count on no-reseration rooms being available wherever I opt to stop each night? Any other suggestions?
 
Anonymous on 10/25/2010 8:52:09 AM:
Probably, during the week. With a vehicle you'll be able to find lodging somewhere okay.
 
Paulie from Knoxville on 10/26/2010 12:31:53 AM:
Hi Greg, If you have no problem with 70/80 miles per day consider this. Park in St. Charles, then ride or shuttle to the Amtrak station in Kirkwood. Catch the train to Sedalia, then take 3 days and ride almost the entire Katy back to your car. With a little planning, you can stay at B&Bs or motels along the way. Just a suggestion.

Paulie
 
Greg on 10/26/2010 5:36:27 PM:
Thanks for the suggestion, Paulie...I thought about doing that very thing....but I don't have Panniers on the bike I'm going to use, and I thought it might make sense to have the truck avail in case the weather takes a nasty turn.....gives me more options. Sounds like you've done the trail....any other lodging/dining/viewing suggestions are welcome!
 
Bustoff on 10/31/2010 10:25:49 PM:
I think your idea is a good one. The Katy is a good trail to do out-and-backs on. November should be a prime time to do it. One of my favorite times to ride the Katy is in the dead of winter when the ground is frozen. Things look very different than in the summer. Only problem is keeping your water bottles from freezing.
 
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