How to Bike Tour the C&O Canal Towpath | Surprising Beauty & History

We started at Mile Zero on the C&O Canal Trail along the tidal waters of the Potomac River. Cruised through Georgetown, lunch in Whites Ferry, snack and drinks in Brunswick before spending the night in Harpers Ferry. The next day was a ride into Hancock where we had an Air BnB. The last day on the Bike path was to a campground on the outskirts of Cumberland. July Fourth and fireworks. I loved the historic, rustic and scenic nature of the trails. GAP Trail in part 3!
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[FirstnameLastname-bpcm]

I like the ‘directors commentary’ style of video you’re doing. It works just right

[spaceghost]

I rode from DC to Pittsburgh last year on it! Very enjoyable ! Can't beat the Sheetz breakfast in the morning! ❤😂

[scusinamaste]

I've watched lots of videos of doing the towpath and I also ride it frequently - this video is one of the best I've ever seen for capturing the feeling of actually riding it. Well done!

[Abracadabrad]

Oh man, the suspense!
Hope I’m okay!

[dewrimsirine]

wow look at scenery, It is a picturesque

[matthumphreys]

Great video thanks! I'm checking it because we're looking at various tours on offer. It's so refreshing to watch one of these videos with a mature narrator and no music :)

[MultigrainKevinOs]

I can't believe how gorgeous that route is. I had no idea that part of the country was so scenic.

[jimsklinger]

Thank you SO much for all the valuable commentary, it is very informative and helpful. So many YouTubers don't record details about their ride and instead just have music. I don't bother watching those. Thanks, keep it up!!!

[rharr]

I spent many a day riding the C&O canal on my steel Fuji back in the 80's when I lived in Rosslyn. Your video bought in all back to me.

[davidburgess]

I've ridden both C&O and Great Alleghany Passage both ways, different years. I wouldn't return to DC to Great Falls, and Boston to Pittsburgh. A little sketchy are around Connellsville, but passable. The Western Maryland Rail Trail is a good alternative in wet muddy conditions. While camping at McCoy's Ferry a couple decades ago, trains used to screech by 100 feet overhead on that side of the river. That is now the rail trail. The C&O is definitely the harder of the two because of the surfaces.

[robmartin]

Looks absolutely beautiful. I really enjoy this style of presentation. Looking forward to the next installment. I do, indeed, hope your friend is well and good. Thanks for sharing your adventure. ✌🏼

[dcat]

That looks so enjoyable! Thanks for sharing

[breth]

Bicycle touring changed my life when I was in my thirties 20 plus years later I inspired by your videos I've got to get out there and see the East Coast 😃 great video thank you

[richross]

Great vídeo and narrative. Well done and most inspiring for sure.

[sjtaylor]

What an enjoyable watch! You're sure earning my subscription. Hurry up with your next bike build project (grin).

[tomsitzman]

Nice description and vlog of your experience. Our family did an adult three generation trip from Pitt to DC. the opposite direction of your trip. We went self contained camping out all but one night with some restaurant lunches and suppers. and some grocery pickups along the way for charcuterie lunches and suppers. My family does not consider camping out roughing it. We have very enjoyable our evening and "showered" under the pump jacks. The drinking water is treated with iodine and safe to drink. The food turns a little pink but not should to be a problem. We found it an easy ride and about any bike can do the trail. The only tire I would not advise is a narrow racing tire. We met all ages on the trail. Our group age wise was age 75, 50, 48 and 22. We met two husband wife tandems having ice cream in their 70's. Doing 25 miles a day. Really a wonderful; ride for all ages, and abilities. The video was true to life.

[rollingwithtay]

Beautiful! I want to ride that trail one day.

[TheRickurb]

These are really good Tim. Best work yet imo

[joekrocker]

I clicked on this video when I saw the title. Didn't realize it was you until I heard your voice!!! Nice video!!!

[dovesloop]

Epic ride and loved the commentary, scenery and old school Campagnollo type biking hat!! 😂 You guys were moving!! Thanks