This looks like a lot of fun. Plus it is all downhill in one direction and they have buses ferrying you back up the hill to restart if you want. 15 miles on a bike is not that bad, maybe 2 hours at a constant speed without stops. Seriously considering putting this on the bucket list.
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CMStPnPThis looks like a lot of fun. Plus it is all downhill in one direction and they have buses ferrying you back up the hill to restart if you want. 15 miles on a bike is not that bad, maybe 2 hours at a constant speed without stops. Seriously considering putting this on the bucket list. https://www.ridethehiawatha.com/?fbclid=IwAR1SDf5EFeJFPsGP9tFBUNydI44woZkB3BLJnwMqrhJBa8gbg9qDkYTscks
If it is a Mountain Bike trail - riders should be wanting to ride it uphill to prove their mettle! Not downhill.
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BaltACDIf it is a Mountain Bike trail - riders should be wanting to ride it uphill to prove their mettle! Not downhill.
True but given the physical shape most railfans are in these days would you think that would actually be their intent? I could see a convoy of hoverrounds or motorized golf carts on a bike path I think before I would see them deliberately riding up hill. I would think it would be a major win just to get them on a pedal bicycle with no electric assist.
I would definately ride that trail, probably both directions.
I rode 18.2 miles this morning in 1:16 - 14.3mph - Indiana flatlands, but considerable 10mph wind in my face the last 6 miles. My issue would be finding a bike to fit my 6'7" frame.
Highlight of the bike ride this morning was the viewing of a CN eastbound freight heading on the old GTW. Best of both hobbies.
Ed
MP173I would definately ride that trail, probably both directions.
It would be a good idea I think for a TRAINS Magazine outing. Same deal with the numerous Milwaukee Electric Line Trails around the Metro area of Milwaukee. I think abandon rights of way and their existing relics are just as interesting as active rail lines.
CMStPnP BaltACD If it is a Mountain Bike trail - riders should be wanting to ride it uphill to prove their mettle! Not downhill. True but given the physical shape most railfans are in these days would you think that would actually be their intent? I could see a convoy of hoverrounds or motorized golf carts on a bike path I think before I would see them deliberately riding up hill. I would think it would be a major win just to get them on a pedal bicycle with no electric assist.
BaltACD If it is a Mountain Bike trail - riders should be wanting to ride it uphill to prove their mettle! Not downhill.
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