GREAT ALLEGHENY PASSAGE - DAYS 2 & 3 - GAP and C&O TOWPATH - BIKE TRAIL
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- Days 2 & 3 I cycle from West Newton to Rockwood, PA. Beautiful trail but limited camping opportunities. Day two I stayed in the Melody Motel in Connellsville, PA. I don't recommend you stay there because of it's location on a very busy, hilly road. Instead I recommend the Comfort Suites on the trail in Connellsville. The 3rd day I stayed in a Hostel in Rockwood since their were limited camping opportunities on the trail. Day four I'm off to Cumberland. So far it's been a really nice trail with a constant uphill of 1 - 2 percent.
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Thanks for the tip about the Melody Motor Lodge. I switched to the Comfort Inn.
Hi my friend we have never met but after watching your blogs I'm smiling from ear to ear ,you are amazing keep smiling 😊 From one old guy to another 😮
Thank you for your comment! I hope you are doing well and have a great day, Steve
my first ,and still to this day, one of my favorite trails....just remember age is an absolute gift...not everyone gets to be our age
i agree, age is a gift. I had a 30 year old friend that appeared healthy and was training for his first marathon. He died in his sleep before the race. Hadn't been to a doctor in three years. Genes seem to play a lot into it. Have a nice day, Steve
We love putting out tent in the Adirondack. Everything is dry and clean in the morning.
Thanks for your comment! The shelters are a nice option. Take care, Steve
Old age and treachery will always overcome youth and skill😂
So true Chuck! Thanks for watching. Take care, Steve
That family is awesome 👍
Hi Jim, yes they were and the little girl was sweet and very hungry. Thanks and have a great day, Steve
That campground is awesome. The C&O and GAP are on our list of future adventures so it's great to see your experience.
BTW, we love our free standing tent and believe the functionality is worth the extra weight.
"He's old".... Ha! You're spot on... age is just a number, keep moving my friend.
Looks like a ton of fun.
Enjoy the Ride
Hi there and thanks for your comment! It was a great ride, however don't do it in the spring. Very, very muddy as you will see from my next three videos. Jan and I will be off to Amsterdam tomorrow for two weeks including a one week biking adventure. Take care and Happy pedaling! Steve & Jan
Loved the comment “he’s old.” In your 70’s is a good place to be! 😂
Yes it is. Thanks and have a good day, Steve
Hi from SF, California. 71 years myself. We ride and stay active to bring joy to our lives one day at a time. Great video
Thanks
Hi Brian and thanks for watching. Nice to hear from you and have a good day. Happy pedaling, Steve
It's not how old you are is how you feel
Hi Jorge, agreed it's all about how you feel! Thanks, Steve
So green and pretty there! I'm in high plains desert 😢
Hi again Beck! Thanks for your comment. It was a very pretty trail. Take care, Steve
Thanks for taking us along, Steve! I have retired now and since last Sept have put on 653 miles on my bike. I hope to cover 1800 miles on it this year!
Hi Jack, congratulations on your retirement! Sounds like a good biking plan. Take care, Steve
One of our favorite trails. Enjoy.
Hi Tom, it is a very nice trail. Take care, Steve
Great video Steve. I'm betting that once you've ridden all the rail trails you will ride the GDMBR. Not the race, the ACA touring route, at 30-40 miles a day. 🙂
Hi Mike, that sounds like a great idea. I think about it often. It may be in my future. Thanks and all the best, Steve
@@steveretiredandcycling I'm also 70, and was trained up to ride it again this summer, but an old injury forces surgery next week. Rode half of the gdmbr in 2021, so I might finish some more late summer post-op. Maybe next summer if the body holds together. ☮
Age is just a number. 68 here and can ride 70 miles in a day. Planning on doing a century this summer.
Keep on pedaling and creating great videos!
Hi Armand, a good century is always nice. I also try to do one once a year. Always a memorable ride. 70 miles a day is great! Happy pedaling, Steve
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Good luck. I'm newly retired and would like to do a century as well
@@jack002tuber You can do it. Just build up your mileage slowly. From what others have told me, once you can ride 70 miles you can do 100. We'll see this summer!
Good to see familiar places I rode the GAP trail last year. What kind of Bluetooth microphone are you using? I might get one myself for my GoPro if it's suitable.
Great video as always 😊
Hi Thomas, it was a nice trail. I use a DJI Mic 2. I don't think it is compatible with GoPro. Check out some TH-cam videos to find out. It works with my DJI Action 4 and DJI Pocket 3. Also works with a Insta360 Ace Pro. Although I don't recommend the Ace Pro since it's not a good vlogging camera. You have to hold it about 2 feet from your face to be in focus. I hope you are doing well and look forward to your next videos. Take care, Steve
Hi Steve, I’m 68 and walk 4 mph I just love it. For me being old is a frame of mind and everyday eating 4-5 fresh fruits keeps me healthy. Sometimes people need permission to continue bike riding, working out, etc. as they get older and when they saw a serious slightly older cyclist like yourself it boost their confidence that they can do it too!
Hi Terry and thank you for sharing your thoughts. It means a lot to me! Have a great day today and every day. Somehow I think you already do. Take care, Steve
Love your videos! That yellow E-bike was SO beautiful!
70yo, limited-mobility, no-balance senior here. Wheelchair, forearm crutches here.
My Hase Lepus delta planform, e-assist trike IS wheelchair accessible (25-inch-high seat option), and it IS my prized ownership!!!
So neat to see "old," LOL, senior so able to tour as you do!
Thank you, so much, Steve, for taking me with you!
Hi Gary and thank you for sharing about your awesome bike! i appreciate it. Have a great day, Steve
Great video Steve. I just finished the GAP/C&O yesterday. Great ride. I found the Rivers Edge cafe in Confluence with the help of a couple of bikers, great lunch.
Hi there and thanks for sharing! I hope you enjoyed the ride as much as I did. Have a great day, Steve
Night-time Trains...that's true for most of the sites along the route.
Yes it is
Ha ha! Old - no way!! You would put people half your age to shame - keep it up! It’s funny, but when I am on my bike, I think I look younger and pretty cool. Then I look in the mirror and get a dose of reality. 😂 Great video as always. We have begun making our reservations for the GAP and C&O starting from Pittsburgh on Oct. 1. I am a camper, but my husband is not, so B&B’s and motels for us on this trip. When I do camp, it is with a Nemo Hornet 2 person freestanding tent with a total weight - poles, tent, and footprint - of about 2 1/2 pounds. It’s my go-to for cycling and kayaking trips. Happy riding!
Hi Elizabeth. I hoe all is well and thanks you for sharing your comment. I'm sure you will enjoy the ride. October will be a great time to ride the GAP and C&O as you will see in my next two videos. It was a bit muddy from all the spring rain. Still a great ride any time of the season. I like your setup. Take care and have a great summer, Steve
Is grit making noise on your brake discs(?)...but probably the rear hub pawls I'm hearing on the 600X. Tough hub but loud.
I just received my 600ADX (new version)... pawls on the rear hub of 600ADX is louder than I've had so far.
Yes it was grit along with my front brakes were a little out of alignment. I readjusted them in Cumberland and cleaned the rotors. No problem after that. My handlebar mounted camera also picks up a lot of road noise. Next trip I will use an external microphone for that camera also. The pawls on my 600X are very quiet. Hope you're enjoying your 600ADX. Have a great day, Steve
Great Video, Steve. Lol about Old. Is the stage of the mind, our body may not l Iook like when we were in our twenties, our minds are wiser and our heart always feel younger and full of adventure, and admiration for the new golden age and fitness. Your will to pedal the miles you do you! You are an incredible Person Steve. My hat to you Sir.
Hi Werner, thanks for the inspiring comment as always. You make my day. Thanks again and all the best, Steve
At the Pinkerton Tunnel is a 1.5 mile bypass that is very scenic.
The trail surface looks very nice. I'll be sure to spend time in Ohiopyle when we pass through. With regards to the lean-to, they are for people to sleep in without setting up a tent. If you wanted to stay there you would just break out your sleeping pad and sleeping bag and sleep on the floor. I would not recommend setting up a tent or hammock in the lean-to as it limits the capacity for others to stay there.
Hi John, good to know about the lean-to. The trail was very smooth and easy to ride. The C&O was a little more challenging since it was muddy with a lot of single track. However, it was a great ride. Take care, Steve
In reference to the guy who said, "He's old!" That wouldn't bother me. I'm not trying to look like I'm a young un. I like having my independence and being as healthy as possible. If I can get out, and do the things that I like to do, then I'm happy. Thanks for sharing another amazing video, Steve. Take care, David.
Hi David, good to hear from you! I hope all is well. His comment didn't bother me at all. I thought it was humorous. Thanks again as always, Steve
There is a campground in Rockwood. Its called the Husky Haven. Its right next to the trail. I stayed there a few years ago and I think I only paid $10.00 for the night.
Hi there and thanks for your comment. I would have stayed there, however they are closed for good. Too bad. Thanks again, Steve
@@steveretiredandcycling Oh wow! That was a nice place too. They had a Porta john and plenty of firewood. Across the bridge were showers that I didn't end up using. But there were trains running most of the night!
Some lovely bridges on that trail, love a good view👍
Thanks again John! It was a great ride. Take care, Steve
Have you been biking regularly all your life ? I used to bike a little but had work ya know them after 15 yrs of not biking I started this winter a bit . I get exhausted easily, I don't know how you do 40 miles and I'm 53 LoL
I was the same. Can now do 70 mile rides. Working on doing a century this summer (100 miles). You can do the same. Just slowly increase your mileage. Add about 10% every week. If you can do 10 miles now, next week do 11 miles and the week after do 12 miles. Before you know it you'll be doing 50 mile rides.
I biked a lot until I turned 25. Then had kids, gained weight etc. Started again at 35 and never looked back. Cut out alcohol, lost weight and have been biking ever since. My strategy is a high cadence in low gears to put on the miles.
@@ArmandGirard I think it's where I am also..5000 ft elevation high plains desert.. breathing issues here
@@BIKESnSKILLETS That’s a factor but you should be able to eventually acclimate with training.
@@ArmandGirard hope so..the weather is so unpredictable I wish I could be where it's More mild
Great video. What make model and type of bicycle are you riding? God bless and stay safe.
Hi there, the bike is a Priority 600X. I have two review videos on my channel if you'd like to check them out. Thanks, Steve
Another good chapter in your tour. Thanks for the video and take care, Al
Thanks Al and have a great day, Steve
Hi from Australia. Great ride Steve.
Thanks Keith! It was a great ride. Take care, Steve
What is that noise when you're riding? Spokes? Gears?
Hi Matt, it's a combination of road noise picked up by the microphone in my handlebar mounted camera, and a little front brake rotor rub that I fixed the next day. Thanks for watching, Steve
Steve, thanks for these great videos. You’re a big inspiration to get out and ride and just go for it. This trip is high on my list to do and now I’m really excited to start planning my own trip. I’m riding an e-bike and the biggest problem I’m having is getting a comfortable saddle I can ride long distance on. I know you ride the infinity seat and love it. Any advice on saddle comfort would be welcome. Thanks again!
Hi Shawn and thanks for your comment! I've tried all kinds of seats and the
infinity is the only one that doesn't give me a problem on long distance rides.
expensive but worth it.
if you decide to get one use my discount code MYSEAT