How To Choose a Bicycle Route Across the USA!

I've ridden my bike across the USA four times, down both the east and west coasts, and the famous Great Divide route. In this video, I help you decided which cross country route is best for you. In short, they're all great. Have fun out there!

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[paulbrunner]

My father was instrumental in getting the Katy Trail developed and installed as head of Missouri’s Department of Natural Resources. During the development, he had to constantly overcome objections by the proposed path locals (many communities) concerns of “partying trail participants.” He consistently discussed bringing tourism influence and money to these communities along with the healthy enthusiasm of people using these trails. So good to see your video discussing the value of the Katy Trail. Thank you.

[mooreoutdoor]

The Great American Rail Trail is under construction and is over 50% complete from Washington State to Washington DC. When complete it will also be completely separate from traffic. Can't wait to do it!
I am planning to do the Katy Trail this September! :)

[Hebo-golfer]

From Japan. This video is the long sought one for me. I am looking forward to visit US trails at the end of Covid Crisis.

[ChristianKauffman]

My friend and I biked from LA to Savannah when we turned 18. We followed Route 66 for the first 1k miles and then made our own way. Only 2, 700 miles over 29 days.

[matthewsmith]

I did a 20-day hammerfest from Seattle to Brooklyn through WA, ID, MT, WY, SD, IA, IL, IN, OH, WV, PA, NJ, and finally NY. It took 6 of 20 days to cross Montana...

[wraithcommdevice]

3 years ago, I was told by several spine surgeons I would never walk un-assisted again.
Now, I am planning to ride my mid-drive single speed Zizzo Bike from the Gulf Coast (New Orleans) to the "Happy Valley" in Utah. I suppose that does indeed qualify as "assisted" LOL.
Doctors don't know everything - that's why they call Medicine a "practice"....

[PlayWaves]

There's a bike trip from Key West, FL to Prudhoe Bay AK often called Keys to Freeze. Usually takes 6 months. The record time is 2 months by a 64 year old Gary Radford.

[bryceinlove]

as someone who bikes to work and on my days off i basically bike circles around my town, you sir have inspired me and a buddy of mine to get out and adventure across the country next summer.
i salute you sir.
with love,
The Mississippi Land Pirate.

[TheBicycleTourists]

Took until my early sixties but finally doing the coast-to-coast this summer. Stringing together as many rail trails as possible. Great content! Planning a route can be tough work.

[robertreynolds]

I did my first two tours in 1981, along with hitch-hiking (separately), then again in '86.But since then I've been incorporating the two activities together. Best rail-trail is the Mickelson from Deadwood to Edgemont. My name is Bicycle Bob and I approved this message.

[HackHunter]

1st. A 3 speed, think about that for a minute. 2nd, i cant get "happy thursday, happy happy thursday" out of my head! Thanks Ryan.

[Fgurs]

doing it in the 3 gear cruiser is seriously so inspiring, very cool

[russello]

Michigan has over 3500 miles of rail to trails. Just as you say, flat and lots of little towns which cuts down on carrying food and resupply of water lots of lakes and rivers for bathing. Bears and pumas my biggest worry.
Another great run is the run around Lake Superior, it's all road that's the only hold back.

[diegorouylle]

Duzer, this might just be my favorite episode of yours. you hit the mark. the goal here is to get people out there cycling our beautiful country and encouraging the process. good going

[christ]

*I love the **Latest.Bike** I use it when going camping. It folds up so easy and isn’t heavy at all. Rides so smooth. I love my bike!*

[lisajacobs]

Ryan — your YouTube channel is my absolute FAVORITE of them all! You sure have established a community of outdoor enthusiasts. I love how you have shared all of your biking adventures — your early bike tour on a three-speed cruiser is especially inspiring! — and also how you ask folks where they have ridden and/or where they want to plan their first or next long ride! Mine will be RAGBRAI! Hearing from other subscribers to to this channel, in addition to your fantastic content, really makes this channel a supportive community of kindred spirits. Marvelously done, my friend! Also, seeing Mira’s picture on your t-shirt really makes me smile! Sending lots of Aloha from Island of Oahu, Hawaii, your way, Ryan!

[sandracarter]

I just turned 59 years old and am thinking on heading from Jersey to California. You are an inspiration!!

[JacobVangChristensen]

Funny seeing a recommended video of you where you talk about having 50K subscribers a year ago. So glad you're growing as a channel! You make real honest and down to earth content, keep being you!

[blainelozier]

That my friend was so delightful! Thank you for putting this video together and encouraging and inspiring so many people! Including myself… May God bless you and keep you safe always.

[bengt_axle]

Ryan, this is an excellent video on finding the best routes!

A great tip to remove a stuck pedal is to put the contra-lateral foot on the pedal, squeeze the brake and put the wrench on the flats, between the lateral side of the foot and the pedal crank. This will stabilize the pedal and wrench so that you can put more force on the pedal wrench. Remember to turn towards the back wheel for both sides, as the left pedal will be reverse threaded. If you find your pedal is always tightening from riding, there's a problem with its bearings. They need to be readjusted and lubed.

If you remove the back wheel and flip over the bike (not recommended for hydraulic brakes) so that the weight is on the saddle and stem, you can also use a shorter box which will more easily fit in the backseat of a car. Removing fork or even just turning it 180 degrees will give you even a more compact package and protect the fork, but it is a bit more work and your hoses must be long enough for disassembly without disconnection.

A handlebar mounted mirror (e.g., Italian roadbike mirror, for drop bars) is a great accessory to keep an eye on the traffic behind you. Breakdowns and flats are great opportunities to meet new people, take a break and be creative about ways to get back on the road! Always offer to help someone else!