Way cool! I just did almost the same trip about two months ago! I started in Albany Park in Chicago and rode to the exact campsite in Cliffside. I camped there for the night and actually left my tent up ,,,,did a day ride up to Milwaukee and rode around, actually had lunch at Lakeside Brewery ,,,,great brewery for sure! Then rode back to campsite, stayed another night then rode back to Chicago on the third day. Definitely want to do this trip again next year!
Ha! Yep that’s nearly the same ride… I just cheated with Amtrack ;-) I’m thinking about doing it unloaded next time and aiming for one day. Maybe amtrack back to hotel it and explore the city the next day!
Nice trip! Just took the Amtrak up to Milwaukee with my bike a couple months ago to explore. If you have time for a little bit longer trip to explore a city and the surrounding area, I'd recommend taking Amtrak to the Twin Cities (or even just to La Crosse, Wisconsin, I've heard there's good trails there). At the moment though only the Empire Builder accepts bikes. Hopefully the newer line (the Borealis) will allow for bikes soon.
An option to miss Waukegan is at Lake Bluff take the trail along 176(Rockland Road) west to the DesPlaines River Trail then north to Wisconsin line then back to the Robert McClory trail.
Thanks Nick! Tala is great! I only went there one when I drove up to that area to do something. I actually forgot that it was on route so thanks for the reminder!
Great video. I live in Wilmette and ride the North Branch most evenings. Riding up to Ft. Sheridan is also my usual ride. We definitely are quite fortunate to have so many good cycling options around here. I am also planning on a multi day up to Milwaukee. Another one on my list is a multi day to Madison. Cheers!
Nice video, seemed like a fun trip. Would be cool too get some footage while riding and hear your experiences as they are happening. Just moved to Milwaukee and have been biking everywhere! Oak Leaf Trail is such an incredible piece of infrastructure, 125 mile loop around the entire city. Looking to do it next year with my brother.
Hey thanks for watching and the feedback. It’s really helpful since I’m trying to find my format! Oh dang I didn’t know that the oak leaf trail was that long. I need to get back on it. I think I’d like to go from Milwaukee to Madison next!
No haven’t been to Milwaukee, want to tri-state ride Indiana, Illinois & Wisconsin. I think for me best to start in Wisconsin since metra only travel 3x daily. Good video, seems you carry too much. 3 sandwiches & lunch stop wasn’t enough for 70 miles??? Safe travels 👍🏾
Hey! Thanks for watching! I packed relatively light but it’s a slow heavy bike :-/ which I. Don’t mind. One would think 3 sandwiches and a food would do it but I bonked and it carried into the next day. Oh boy. The Chicago to Milwaukee ride is lovely if you get the chance!
Nice video. Glad you enjoy Milwaukee. 26 years here and love it more every year
I’m certainly going to be spending more time in Milwaukee!
You should have stayed over night in Milwaukee. It's one of my new favorite places that I'll be back to. Great bike setup
I know! I didn't feel like I got around enough it would have been nice to have started the morning in town. Next time 😕 And thanks!
Way cool! I just did almost the same trip about two months ago! I started in Albany Park in Chicago and rode to the exact campsite in Cliffside. I camped there for the night and actually left my tent up ,,,,did a day ride up to Milwaukee and rode around, actually had lunch at Lakeside Brewery ,,,,great brewery for sure! Then rode back to campsite, stayed another night then rode back to Chicago on the third day. Definitely want to do this trip again next year!
Ha! Yep that’s nearly the same ride… I just cheated with Amtrack ;-)
I’m thinking about doing it unloaded next time and aiming for one day. Maybe amtrack back to hotel it and explore the city the next day!
Than you for sharing. I am in Libertyville so could attempt to ride up Milwaukee and back home. All tips super useful across your videos.
@@mundovega1935 thanks for the feedback and watching! “Hello from a little south of you! :-)
Glad you got to enjoy my city :) There are reasons why I've lived in MKE for over 20years and I love riding bikes in this town!
What a fun place to bike!
Nice trip! Just took the Amtrak up to Milwaukee with my bike a couple months ago to explore. If you have time for a little bit longer trip to explore a city and the surrounding area, I'd recommend taking Amtrak to the Twin Cities (or even just to La Crosse, Wisconsin, I've heard there's good trails there). At the moment though only the Empire Builder accepts bikes. Hopefully the newer line (the Borealis) will allow for bikes soon.
Yeah! The Lacrosse area is nice I’ve biked the Sparta trails a couple times now. And thanks for the Twin Cities tip!
An option to miss Waukegan is at Lake Bluff take the trail along 176(Rockland Road) west to the DesPlaines River Trail then north to Wisconsin line then back to the Robert McClory trail.
@@jmoore3854 I’m going to check that out next time! Thanks man
Really cool video. If you will ever want to try some really nice coffee try Tala in Highwood. It is also kinda on the way to Milwaukee.
Thanks Nick! Tala is great! I only went there one when I drove up to that area to do something. I actually forgot that it was on route so thanks for the reminder!
Great video. I live in Wilmette and ride the North Branch most evenings. Riding up to Ft. Sheridan is also my usual ride. We definitely are quite fortunate to have so many good cycling options around here. I am also planning on a multi day up to Milwaukee. Another one on my list is a multi day to Madison. Cheers!
We are lucky! What lovely riding we have. I’m excited to do Chi to Madison as well! Say hi if I pass you on the trail! :-)
Nice video, seemed like a fun trip. Would be cool too get some footage while riding and hear your experiences as they are happening. Just moved to Milwaukee and have been biking everywhere! Oak Leaf Trail is such an incredible piece of infrastructure, 125 mile loop around the entire city. Looking to do it next year with my brother.
Hey thanks for watching and the feedback. It’s really helpful since I’m trying to find my format! Oh dang I didn’t know that the oak leaf trail was that long. I need to get back on it. I think I’d like to go from Milwaukee to Madison next!
No haven’t been to Milwaukee, want to tri-state ride Indiana, Illinois & Wisconsin. I think for me best to start in Wisconsin since metra only travel 3x daily. Good video, seems you carry too much. 3 sandwiches & lunch stop wasn’t enough for 70 miles??? Safe travels 👍🏾
Hey! Thanks for watching! I packed relatively light but it’s a slow heavy bike :-/ which I. Don’t mind. One would think 3 sandwiches and a food would do it but I bonked and it carried into the next day. Oh boy. The Chicago to Milwaukee ride is lovely if you get the chance!