New Year Greetings (and apologies for cross-posting), I was flipping through the Jan/Feb 2009 issue of Sierra magazine, and a lovely photo of the PawPaw tunnel...
Cycling on the C&O Canal and Great Allegheny Passage. For those of you thinking of joining a group for a ride from DC to Pittsburgh., Larry Hodgin, Chris...
This summer, June 19th- June 28th, an Event called Brian's Ride is in the process of being planned. This is a fundraiser for Cystic Fibrosis. Brian is a...
Now that the new year has come, it's time to start planning summer rides. I just finished updating http://yockatomac.org . Biggest change is that we changed...
I think Ive asked this before- but dint get an answer can someone suggest a set of rear panniers that will be large enough for a 5 day trip? thanks Im buying a...
... How much do you want to carry? Plastic or Campfire? Smell Good or (Phew!)? If you're going Plastic, probably one change of socks, shirt, shorts in a couple...
Check out Arkel http://www.arkel-od.com/panniers/t28/overview.asp?fl=1&site= I use a set on T-28 with a trailer( I like the balance better) but they make...
"How much do you want to carry? Plastic or Campfire? Smell Good or (Phew!)?" What do you mean by "Plastic or Campfire"? The rest I understand, this makes no...
... I think it was a sarcastic way of referring to staying in hotels, and eating in restaurants, instead of camping. This results in lots of use of the credit...
... I see someone suggested Arkels which would be a fine choice depending on your budget. I did fine last year with my Performance panniers. I do recommend...
yes the arkels look sweet- BUT a little more than i was looking to spend (dont know why I say that as i always wind up sopending the $ anyway) I wanted to do...
If you're planning on using the Hennessy as a hammock, be aware that you can't count on finding trees that are conveniently-located and free of poison ivy in...
I use a compression sack for my clothes. You can fit quite a bit into them. You can really crank those suckers down into almost nothing... AND they can double...
Hello to all- I am not from DC and wondering if any other cyclists plan on camping either at Horsepen Branch or Chisel Branch along the C & O prior to...
Brrrr . . . no, but be careful out there, and try to stay warm, Troy ... From: knightapril To: coTowpath@yahoogroups.com Sent: Monday, January 12, 2009 12:43...
Hi- I doubt you'll run into much competition. You also won't run into any operable water pumps- the NPS takes the handles off and winterizes them in...
"I doubt you'll run into much competition. You also won't run into any operable water pumps- the NPS takes the handles off and winterizes them in mid-November...
She's a female. I'm told that most women never actually sit on them anyway. Considering the condition of some of them, neither do I!!! ;-) Sent via BlackBerry...
Geeeeez, Now I feel like a wimp! I travel and camp in inclimate weather, but not in January if I can help it! Be careful, you will be out there alone! Jim...
He may not be alone. I understand there are a fair number of folks who 'need' to be in DC that weekend for some reason. Cordially, Neil Brennen ... ...
Yeah, I doubt that SHE will be alone . . . seems there are always people out on the canal. Just be careful and stay warm . . . Troy P.S. I heard a comparison...
Check out the WABA web site for info on bikes and the inauguration. Lots of rules for them. I believe they have bike valets to watch over them as well. Might...
... anyway. Considering the condition of some of them, neither do I!!! ;-) ... FWIW, I sit on the seats and I found the POP's to be remarkably clean during my...
Cross posting on G-A-P group...sorry for the dupes.... As I am now planning for my through trip, I have a question about helmuts. Call me stupid, but I've...
Greg, Unless something has changed recently, helmets are not required on the C&O unless you are a child. Me personally, I have had two helmets in my biking...
All helmets in the US must meet the same (CPSC) safety requirements. The $20 helmet from wal-mart will provide your noggin with the same level of protection...
Actually, the C&O does not require helmets. However, you are subject to the various county rules along the towpath. For example, when passing through...
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