To those expressing concern about crossing the rail cars it was not ideal but came down to the best solution. We saw the train pull in and block that crossing as I approached. After waiting 20+ minutes in the hundred plus degree heat it was showing no sign of going anywhere and walking around it would have required walking on the second active track crossing a narrow bridge with no way to get to safety if another train arrived. Which did happen soon after. There was also no way to pass under said bridge that I could find. The person who had been riding the train said the conductor had gone off into the woods. So we made a judgment call and crossed as quickly and safely as we felt we could. Similar to a risky road or stream crossing it was a judgement call not and something I would be in a hurry to do again.
A train like that would take some time to get to any kind of speed, enough for you to jump off safely. I don't think I would have waited 20 minutes... 🙃
I was running a 5k and had a 30 second lead with a mile to go. Up ahead, the gates came down and I could hear the train. I had to stop 20 seconds for the train to pass. Still had a 10 second lead but I was the only one in a race of 100 people to get delayed!
My girlfriend lives just north of Eudora right past the river. So everything was very familiar and cool to see from someone else's perspective. Never been to that coffee shop but will have to try it out. Safe travels and have a blast!
I'm glad you're getting advice about how to walk across North America from people who probably struggle to get to their mailbox. As for the rest of us, we're all in awe of what you 2 are doing. Thanks for letting us come along.
The machine at 06:00 is an old horse drawn road grader. They seem to be everywhere. In 1975, I was hiking in the Blackhills of S. Dakota and came across one that was trapped by trees. It must have been sitting there for over 30 years. There was no road evident. They are a very kool machine and there are guys who collect and restore them. Nice video. Happy Trails. Good Luck, Rick
Hard to identify but a lot of those were made in Galion Ohio. We camp at a place near Marietta Ohio when working on the Buckeye Trail. They have one displayed that was made in the early 1900s.
@@ripvanrevs I was building a bridge in Pomfret, CT over 30 years ago. It turned out that the old dam just up stream from us was for the Taft factory that made road graders. The Brooklyn Fair Grounds in Brooklyn, CT has a Taft Road Grader on display. Good Luck, Rick
Laughed at the Judas Priest/Beavis and Butthead reference. Have to admit that certain situations also make me think of that classic metal song- “Breaking the Law”. Strong twenty miles for you two in that heat. -Geo
The toughness is takes to keep going day after day in this heat is hard to convey by video. Respect! If not for the wilderness course, I’m guessing you’d have started late Feb? Could’ve avoided some of the heat and increased odds of making it over the sierra this year. However it turns out, though, the effort here is remarkable, and not taking the many possible shortcuts makes this special to watch. You guys are great!
Yea, the wilderness class does define the start of the hiking season for me. So I could have had a bit more of a chance if I’d started earlier. Or if I wasn’t dead set against slackpacking or shortcuts I suppose. All I can do is what I can do though. If I have to finish it next season after the Yukon it’s not the end of the world
My one and only run in Kansas was on that levy ✌️ stopped driving across country (was in Denver visiting) and got up early for a 3mile run. It was fun but damn it gets warm quick out there. God bless the 2nd half of Kansas. It's a special kind of hell 😅
At Ottawa you will pick up the Flint Ridge Trail . It runs from Osawatomie to Council Grove, so you will be hiking the majority of it .Sadly ( or not) after Council Grove : roads till Pueblo.Keep it on
You will find the "Colorado Front Range Trail" ( it follows the Arkansas River) just after crossing the river, the ADT follows it to cross Pueblo .You will be on road again to go to your parents.😀
It’s the carrot weather app. It’s so amusing I actually pay for the pro. I’ve actually found out about a few world events / major deaths because of a joke on the forecast
I mean a lot of things they do is pretty dangerous. I wouldn't call crossing a stopped rail car any more dangerous than some of the water crossings we've seen them tackle
To those expressing concern about crossing the rail cars it was not ideal but came down to the best solution. We saw the train pull in and block that crossing as I approached. After waiting 20+ minutes in the hundred plus degree heat it was showing no sign of going anywhere and walking around it would have required walking on the second active track crossing a narrow bridge with no way to get to safety if another train arrived. Which did happen soon after. There was also no way to pass under said bridge that I could find. The person who had been riding the train said the conductor had gone off into the woods. So we made a judgment call and crossed as quickly and safely as we felt we could. Similar to a risky road or stream crossing it was a judgement call not and something I would be in a hurry to do again.
A train like that would take some time to get to any kind of speed, enough for you to jump off safely. I don't think I would have waited 20 minutes... 🙃
That happened to me in Garden City. Since they were all boxcars, I crossed underneath them.
I was running a 5k and had a 30 second lead with a mile to go. Up ahead, the gates came down and I could hear the train. I had to stop 20 seconds for the train to pass. Still had a 10 second lead but I was the only one in a race of 100 people to get delayed!
You did it safely the way the railroaders would do it.
Kansas is a wonderful place. Anytime I travel and come home there is a huge feeling of comfort and relief when I get back here.
My girlfriend lives just north of Eudora right past the river. So everything was very familiar and cool to see from someone else's perspective. Never been to that coffee shop but will have to try it out. Safe travels and have a blast!
I'm glad you're getting advice about how to walk across North America from people who probably struggle to get to their mailbox.
As for the rest of us, we're all in awe of what you 2 are doing. Thanks for letting us come along.
That is kind of the internet in a nutshell these days… :)
The machine at 06:00 is an old horse drawn road grader. They seem to be everywhere. In 1975, I was hiking in the Blackhills of S. Dakota and came across one that was trapped by trees. It must have been sitting there for over 30 years. There was no road evident. They are a very kool machine and there are guys who collect and restore them. Nice video. Happy Trails. Good Luck, Rick
Hard to identify but a lot of those were made in Galion Ohio. We camp at a place near Marietta Ohio when working on the Buckeye Trail. They have one displayed that was made in the early 1900s.
@@ripvanrevs I was building a bridge in Pomfret, CT over 30 years ago. It turned out that the old dam just up stream from us was for the Taft factory that made road graders. The Brooklyn Fair Grounds in Brooklyn, CT has a Taft Road Grader on display. Good Luck, Rick
That trail angel is a very nice guy. I'm glad to hear you had some time out of the heat. Good luck!
Laughed at the Judas Priest/Beavis and Butthead reference.
Have to admit that certain situations also make me think of that classic metal song- “Breaking the Law”. Strong twenty miles for you two in that heat.
-Geo
Making time for siestas in the heat of the day is critical, but then you know that! Hike on, in stages. Cheers, Tortoise
Best chalkboard sign ever!
Thanks, safe journeys. ✌🏻👊🏼
The toughness is takes to keep going day after day in this heat is hard to convey by video. Respect! If not for the wilderness course, I’m guessing you’d have started late Feb? Could’ve avoided some of the heat and increased odds of making it over the sierra this year. However it turns out, though, the effort here is remarkable, and not taking the many possible shortcuts makes this special to watch. You guys are great!
Yea, the wilderness class does define the start of the hiking season for me. So I could have had a bit more of a chance if I’d started earlier. Or if I wasn’t dead set against slackpacking or shortcuts I suppose. All I can do is what I can do though. If I have to finish it next season after the Yukon it’s not the end of the world
That train crossing was badass.
What an awesome trail angel!
My one and only run in Kansas was on that levy ✌️ stopped driving across country (was in Denver visiting) and got up early for a 3mile run. It was fun but damn it gets warm quick out there. God bless the 2nd half of Kansas. It's a special kind of hell 😅
I think you probably just got carrot several new subscribers.
At Ottawa you will pick up the Flint Ridge Trail . It runs from Osawatomie to Council Grove, so you will be hiking the majority of it .Sadly ( or not) after Council Grove : roads till Pueblo.Keep it on
We just exited the Flint Ridge yesterday. There’s a trail between Pueblo and Canon City?
You will find the "Colorado Front Range Trail" ( it follows the Arkansas River) just after crossing the river, the ADT follows it to cross Pueblo .You will be on road again to go to your parents.😀
Curious on what weather app says "La-Tee-Fucking -Da, the suns out".🤣🤣🤣🤣
@@JustinsOffGridAdventures carrot :)
Day 102. Farm folk are nice (so far). Checking in on you, cold waters etc.
Interesting... I'm from Eudora.
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8:33 "La-dee-fucking-da, the sun is out." LOL! Does your phone app actually say that? Cause if so, I need that phone app!
It’s the carrot weather app. It’s so amusing I actually pay for the pro. I’ve actually found out about a few world events / major deaths because of a joke on the forecast
"La-dee-fucking-da, the sun is out." LOL! What weather app do you use?
It is an app called CARROT. I enjoy it greatly.
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The battery factory is over a billion dollars .
No crazy train joke
Wakarusa river
Thank you for not climbing under
I'm glad you two don't have to say, in hindsight, that was the stupidest thing we have ever done crossing that train like that.
Crossing stopped rail cars is very dangerous. Don’t do it
I mean a lot of things they do is pretty dangerous. I wouldn't call crossing a stopped rail car any more dangerous than some of the water crossings we've seen them tackle
Lawrence is another Crappy Kansas town..good luck