Hi , there are a lot of videos on the Silver Comet Trail. But I haven't seen any other videos on Grady Road. Thanks for watching. Please play Safe out there. Spinners are Winners.
I lived in Atlanta for 2 years, but never made it this far past Rockmart on the Silver Comet. Honestly, if I'd known this was there, I'd have probably made a point to climb it! Back then I was a glutton for punishment, I used to do hill repeats up Mt Kennesaw at least once a week. Best way to get fit fast, climbing a mountain 4-5 times in a row!
Hi @raymurtaugh4101. Yes, there are a few Very Nice Rolling hills about three or four miles before you get to this spot. It's Very Secluded. So be Safe out there. Have Funnn. Also, it smells kind of stinky until you crest the hill, LOL. THANKS!!
Thank you for the video I rode this back in August when it was 97 degrees and I was proud of my old self when i didnt have to stop. It does take an effort.ived the music too, Ride Like the Wind is on my cycling playlist.
Hey Tony, yeah don't start right there...Lolol, it could be difficult. But, at some point; you Must, I say Must be Able to Conquer this hill. If you can climb this one, all other ones will be a piece of cake. Stay Safe out there. Spinners are Winners.
Wow! I've never had that either... well, not since I was 10 and seeing how long I could make the awesome skid marks behind my BMX bike! Thank God for a tolerant and helpful wife!
Thanks for that video. A friend and I are planning to do the entire Comet and Ladiga trails in one day... Roughly 100 miles. You're right, there's little mention of the hills, and what I have found had been conflicting. There's nothing like video to clarify things!
Thanks ‘says your heart muscle and your circulatory system’!!!……haha…..Thanks man for keeping your self healthy and not costing us more hospital bills!!
This video made my day! I've ridden this section many times.. but the first time at this section.. well, your video captures everything that is true about this section. Love your sense of humor ;-)
Hi Alan harp. Thanks for watching it. I'm Much better at Climbing Now, LOLOL. If you ever need someone to Cycle with, I'm always looking for a good ride. I don't get to go to Grady Road too often. But, I stay ready. Heyyyyyyy!! Be Safe out there. Spinners are Winners!!
gonepriused THANKS> I did 71.72 Miles Today. It was 90 degrees. I had plenty of hydration. It's always about 10 degrees cooler on the Trail. Be Safe. Spinners are Winners.
@@MrTrueword unfortunately I’ll be riding alone, but that’s OK… i’m bringing all the tools and extra tires and tubes and everything I might need… I read that there’s no cell phone service in some spots so that’s worrisome but gotta go for it
Hey hey! I rode the entire trail from Smyrna to Anniston on 9/18. I got a room in Jacksonville Alabama and rode back the next day. I ride a fixie so I was worried about trash mountain. Going up was fine but going down was so sketchy. Anyway, it was a fantastic ride. Im glad i made it before the storm! Also, the trash hill on the way back to GA was nuts.. but manageable. Thanks for your video.. I thought about it when I got to that section.
@@KSTsonic Heyyyy, that's so Awesome. You Must be a Very Strong Rider to climb that hill on a Fixie, LOL. I have a Friend who does that on a much steeper hill at Stone Mountain. He Leaves us all , even in our Granny Gears, LOLOL. Thanks for the Feedback. I can't wait to climb that hill again. I weigh 200 Lbs now. I weighed around 238 in this video. Stay Safe out there.
Nice video. ! I last rode 30 yrs and 110 lbs ago and want to start again. This hill would def make a goal for me. Not only to get to it, but to ride it to the top . =) Thanks for posting !
@@chrisbrookshire861 Hi Chrisbrookshire86. Thanks for the suggestion. I Don't Cycle on the Roads anymore unless it's in a Huge Parking Lot, or at a State Park or in a Century Ride with in a Peloton. I've had far too many Close Calls. Too many Professional Cyclists have been Killed for me to Enjoy that aspect of Cycling. If there's a Bike Trail, I'm all in. Thanks again. Stay Safe out there. Spinners are Winners.
No tubes with you? You're a brave man! I once hit *something* on a bridge that took out both my front and rear tires. I tried pushing the bike back to the car, but quickly realized I was going to ruin both wheels. So, I picked up the bike & carried it about 8 miles. About halfway through that, it started raining! That was NOT my favorite ride! For our Century ride, we'll be over-stocked with 2 tubes each, full set of tools, CO2 etc. I don't think we'll be able to call for help on the CLT!
Thanks for this video! I don't comment often on UA-cam, but your video made me laugh! I'm fron Switzerland and will move in few weeks to Cedartown and I was really excited about the Silver Comet Trail! Was great to see you climb this hill! Take care! Alex
Hi Mr. Alexandre, thanks for your kind words. You are going to Love the Silver Comet Trail. I've ridden it from Georgia to Alabama and Back. It's the Longest Trail in the U.S. But, it can Spoil you against the Road. Hope to ride with you someday. Cheers,
We managed the Century ride... Cumberland Mall to Anniston Al. The hills weren't nearly as bad as I'd anticipated. The worst part was, like in your video, they came well into a long ride. If these were at the beginning of a ride, you'd think nothing of them. The key to seeing how steep this is is to look at the blocks in the retaining wall. That gives away the steepness.
Congrats on those hills. I was warned about them by a biker. I have been walking the trail since last spring 2023. Trail head by trail head. I have not yet decided if I am going to walk that part. I have made it to Rockmart walking it. I have recorded each walk. Thank you for sharing.
@TieDyedShawn , Thanks for watching the video. Just Stay Safe out there. It's Very Remote. I've even seen bear Droppings out there. It's best to have a Trail Buddy, or a 45, LOL.
@@MrTrueword Thank you for your concern. That is why I have not done it. I am aware of the bears. If I do it. It will be later in the year. I will have a air horn and bear spray. But I don't know if I will? Time will tell. Thank you.
@aprilrichie2394, Thanks for that gesture. I'm just getting back on my bike after sitting out for a few months. I should be ready by the end of April. Stay Safe out there.
Very nice. I haven't made it all the way out there yet I've been to Rockmart from the east west connector. We've been planning to hit the AL state line for over a year but haven't gotten to it.
We did 70 miles, yesterday. We started at Cumberland Mall & rode 35 out & back, so we didn't see the hills. We'll see them this Saturday, though! All the way!
I live walking distance to the entrance in dallas, ga - west towards rockmart compared to east towards Hiram theres a notable difference in sunlight too - just offering from a runner's perspective shady to the west - you'll cook going east LOL
You're Absolutely correct. Wanna hear a secret?? One day, I got caught out there in the Blazing Sun.. I asked the Lord for some Relief... Unibike69, I Promise you, the Lord sent a Cloud that Followed me until I reached the shaded parts of the trail.. I'm NOT Kidding either!! Thanks.
The worst part is the landfill here, depending on the wind it may stink pretty bad on this section of trail. Which is just what you need when you're gasping for air going up this mountain 🤦♂. Also, there's water at the very bottom of the hills next to the landfill, go slow so it doesn't splash on you, I think its a seep from the landfill
Hi Mr. NJ-jk5td. Thanks for your responses. Yeahhhh, that place really stinks at times. And, it's very desolate. But, I've never ran into any water. Stay Safe out there. Spinners are Winners.
Mister Bryant Andrews Sr., Checking in to see if you've conquered the hill yet. I just road the comet the other day and it made think of this video, I think we're due for an update!
Hey Mr. Coleman Barker, Thanks.. Yes, Absolutely. I have Conquered that Hill, LOL. There's another one that I have to Conquer now.. It's on the Back Side of Stone Mountain.. They call it The Wall. It'll Make You WORK, LOL. Thanks for the Shout out.. Stay Safe out there Sir. Spinners are Winners.
Hi Mr. Rex, thanks for viewing my Video. These hills were Brutal. One guy went into cardiac arrest attempting to climb them. He didn't make it. I guess that it's best to KNOW your Limits, and to Listen to your Heart!!!!!
Ron Martin Wow. You're a Real Trooper. That must have been pretty rough.. Glad that you made it. Heyyyyyy! Spinners are Winners. Thanks for Sharing with me.
Hey Bryant, I met you the other day on the Silver Comet Trail on your first ride of 2017, I took your picture for you! I hit the Grady Road today on my journey across the country and I had my 100lbs cart that I was pushing and just when I thought the hills had to be over there were more at every turn! It was quite the work out. I even got myself into a pickle and had to back track through those hills back out to the main road. So doing those hills twice was killer.
Lindsay Monroe Hi Lindsay. Lololol, I told ya. You're a Real Champion to be out doing that. Heyyy, do me a Favor. Please be Safe out there. Carry if you can. Also, I'd love to hear from you from time to time. I'm on Facebook as Bryant Andrews Sr. I hope to see some of your photos from around the country. THANKS for Sharing with Me...
I remember this climb from last summer. It is steep, and to be totally fair, It's hard because the whole way out you're on the path doing 2-4% grades. Then this hits outside of Cedartown. Unfortunately, your camera work doesn't do the hill justice. For some reason I remember that this was near or formerly part of a landfill? Thanks for posting.
Heyyy guy, thanks. These hills began at Grady Road on the Silver Comet Trail. I had to ride my bicycle for 35 Miles just to get there. THENNNNN, I had to pull the hills, Whewwww!!!
Just rode from Grady Rd to Cedartown today. I mt bike and road bike twice a week and I didn't find it too challenging. The ride back from Cedwartown was tougher than going out.
I Always go the Tougher way. Coming back down is Always very easy..... Lolol, I've actually climbed that hill on a Mountain bike too.... I can do it very easily now....
Hey man, glad to see this part of the trail on a video. I mainly ride between 1 to 24 mile markers. I never been pass the 24 mile marker. When I first started riding ten years ago on Silver Comet trail, some kids hit me in the head with a rock and call me some awful names around the 23 mile markers so I never rode up that way again. But it's good to know about this difficult hill. I like hills and maybe one day I'll try to see if I can pull that hill too. Be safe out there man.
Hi Quntico Qamiroquai. Thanks for watching the video. I try to be careful always. But, you never know... I always keep some Pepper spray, or either a small 25 cal with me. Too bad that we have to be so cautious. I've been very fortunate. I've been cycling there for several years now, with no problems. I had a pack of Dogs to come after me. I fired a shot and they went scrambling. Please let me know if you ever want to cycle together. No Racing, just riding together. THANKS, Bryant.
I just Road the silver comet today on my 3 wheeled trike and it was the flattest most SIMPLE trail I've seen on my cross country tour thus far..... Those hills were SUPER short... I love the "struggle" Bryant! Keep it up broski!
I Always carry two tubes. It was the Tire that Blew Out!! I don't normally keep tires in my jersey. It was a dime size hole in the sidewall of the tire.
Oh I remember that- when I first did it, I was on my Hybrid with non locking front suspension and somehow got up it without stopping. I look forward to doing it on my road bike this year :-)
Lisa Shelton Awesome. It's Much easier on a Road Bike for Sure. Thanks for watching my video. And thanks for responding.. Stay Safe out there...Spinners are Winners.
+T mo Hi T mo. Yes, that's exactly how I was able to climb that Mountainous Hill. Lately, I've been on too many Flats. I've got to start all over again on Hill Training. Whewwwww. THANKS!!
Hi gps29070, Thanks for checking out the videos. I'm not technical enough to know all of what you have asked me. BUT, I WILL tell you that, it's a REAL Climbing Experience!! It climbs, and Climbs then Spirals UP, and Climbs some more!!!! The Reward of all of that Climbing , is an AWESOME View of the Countryside. The View alone, is worth the Climb!!! The Down Hills will have you going close to 40-50 MPH. Please let me know if You decide to tackle it!! THANKS!!
That's quite a hill and and quite a trail man props to you. I am very familiar with big hills, my morning commute involves a lot of climbing, as the college I attend is on the top of a huge hill. On the plus side, returning home is a breeze; I often get home in under 40 minutes in the evening, whereas it me takes about an hour to get there in the morning. I'm a pretty big guy too, so I climb slow. I dig the video though man, like I said, looks like quite a ride! Be safe out there man
Hey Bike Advtr. Thanks. Just keep on Spinning and Winning. This video is old now. And Climbing has gotten much easier for me now. Yes, be Safe out there. There are some people out there who Don't know how to simply Enjoy Life like we do. And they can put a damper on our Outdoor Adventures. Spinners are Winners.
@@bikeadventurer Thanks. It would be a joy to Cycle with you someday. I Love the Silver Comet Trail. When you want some awesome hills training, please consider cycling at Stone Mountain... It's a Very Good Workout... Be Safe... THANKS!
Hi Mr. Butzek. Thanks for viewing my video. I'm NOT that technical. I just KNOW that this is NOT just another hill. It is very Brutal. There's a Trail Side Memorial up there. I asked the Trail Maintenance crew what happened up there. They told me how one poor guy went into cardiac arrest and died trying to climb it. I can climb it now. But, I'm only doing about 6-8 MPH. I'd Love to be able to do 12-15 MPH. THANKS. Be Safe out there!
I don't know if you're on Facebook, but there's a group you might be interested in. I'm sure they'd like to see some of your videos! The group is called "Silver Comet Trail / Chief Ladiga Trail"
I rode this section - it was my favorite part of the trail. He's lamenting over the hill but if you hit 5:58 he's hauling serious a-- down that hill which is right after trashmore mt hill.
Vista, this is an OLD Video. I was Fairly New to Cycling. I was almost 235 Lbs, and I hadn't been on the bike in over Three Weeks. Big Deal, You can Climb very well. I Glad for you. But, let it be known that I Wasn't "Lamenting" over the climb. You're the Odd One on this thread. Out of ALL of the Many Comments, you're the ONLY one to say that this was Your Favorite Part of the Trail. Hat's Off to you. Safe Spinning out there... Thanks for your Response.
Mr. Andrews, Nice video I'm traveling to at Atlanta in January. I want to do some riding and or running up there but the thing is It's been 12 years since I have been up there in the winter months. What is the temperature like up there?
Mike Dormeyer. Hi Mr. Dormeyer. Thanks for watching my video.. This is still Georgia.. I rarely gets too cold. I'll ride there with ya. I don't care about cold weather. I Dress for it... I've invested in the good cold weather cycling attire. It makes a Really Big Difference.... Stay Safe...
kushclouds21 Hi. A good Cycling Buddy would be great. A Good Road Bicycle will be an Awesome Adventure... Be safe out there my friend... Spinners are Winners.
+ADAM MURRAY. That's awesome. I'd love to cycle there with you sometimes. I don't go that far alone anymore. Heyyyyy, Stay Safe out there. Spinners are Winners.
I really liked your video! It captures very well the level of effort required to climb that hill. The music was great too! I was on the first ride event that used that section just after it opened in 2008, and the hilly section appears at 2:45 in my video I took that day. This was the Georgia Rails Into Trails Labor Day ride. The last section of concrete had been placed on a Thursday, and this ride was held on the following Monday. Wow, it was a shock! I'm thankful that the Bike Friday you see in my video has some very low gears! Here is the link: ua-cam.com/video/wkT78p7v6Po/v-deo.html
kjfitzgerald593 Hi. Thanks for watching my video. I'm about to view yours now. I can Take that Hill a lot Better Now. Now, I get my Hill Training at Stone Mountain. There's a location there called "The Wall". It will MAKE You Use EVERTHING that You Have. Heyyyyy, Stay Safe out there. Spinners are Winners!!
Charlotte Fairchild sorry that I'm just now seeing your request. There are Two Roadside Memorials upward through Grady Road. I inquired with the Trail Maintenance Crew about them. They informed me of the Two Cardiac Arrest victims. For a more thorough explanation, I suggest that you inquire with Officials via the Silver Comet Trail's official website. Thanks for your Time.
I love the video. I started riding a few weeks ago because I got tired of my elliptical machine. I have two kids (1 and 3) and I pull them on the trail. I went one time by myself and went from Powder Springs to the start near South Cobb dr and back. Is this hill near Rockmart?
Hi Rip Rap. Yes, this is the hill near Rockmart. It's Serious. Please be very careful out there. I have NEVER seen any Rangers patrolling this part of the trail. Thanks for watching the video. Be Safe Always.
Bryant Andrews SR. Sunday I rode this stretch for the first time. I went from Coots Lake to the Cedartown depot. These were some tough hills that I had to stand up to pull. I'm building up to try and ride the whole trail from South Cobb Dr and back in one day.
Bryant Andrews SR. Yes sir. I actually got a pic of a small fawn in one of the pastures. I did my PB yesterday starting in Hiram and going to downtown Rockmart. I don't have a road bike like yours, I have a Schwinn hybrid so I may not be as fast as you, but would love to ride.
That sounds like a Funnnn Ride. Today, I was SMOKING on the Trail. It was my First ride since my Century Ride last week. When I got to 19.54 Miles, my rear tire went POWWWWWWWWWWW!!! I had my First Ever Tire Blow out. There was a dime sized hole in the sidewall of the tire. had to call wifey to come get me.
strykah I never really cycled in a group. I'm not against it. I just can't stand waiting on folks to come together. I'll ride with a group. But, I won't be organizing one anytime soon.
Hi Michael. It's near Rockmart Ga. Sorry that I don't know the stats of the climb. I'll see if I can find it on my Strava or mapmyride Stats. If I see it, I will let you know. Be Safe out there. Spinners are Winners.
Be prepared if you ride in that area . Make sure you bring a lot of water with you . It is 13.5 miles from Rockmart all the way to Cedartown Depot . It is very hilly for sure
LETS BE VERY CANDID ABOUT IT: This hill is a Btich !!! I've done it a half dozen times and yet to ever make it all the way. Always wind up walking up it, guess it's nothing to be ashamed of. Mt. Trashmore !!
Hi Bryant, I've done it on two different bikes. I have a Trek Domane 5.2 Carbon and I've done much better with that one needless to say. But my Touring bike the (2017) Trek 520 Disc - Steel is 33 Lbs of machine and I'm afraid I have to push it all the way, even with the granny gear. That hill is a real dog anyway you look at it. I'm planning on doing some touring with the 520 this year and some practice runs before hand heading out to Camp Comet and the Piedmont with a full load in the panniers. I know I'm going to have to PUSH that thing up that hill to get over to Cedar town. The Carbon Domane is only 16 Lbs and does a whole lot better. I rode to the border last Saturday 3/4/17 Here is the Garmin Track from last week, you can tell I went over Garbage mountain by viewing the map: connect.garmin.com/modern/activity/1603706875/share/0?lang=en
That's Awesome Carol. Your Stats are great too. Keep on Spinning and Winning. Stay Safe out there!!! Nice Chatting with ya. let me know if you ever need a Riding Buddy!! l
Thanks Bryant. I'd love to ride with you some time. I'm only afraid if I rode with someone that they would get P.O.ed because I'm a slow rider. I go out with the positive attitude of always finishing the ride, but I always afraid that I would slow another rider down. I'LL follow your posting here and touch base with you down the line, where do you usually get on the trail? I've been getting on at Rockmart as it's nicely centered for heading to the border or to Florence Rd. Take care got to run.
Hi Carol. Yeah, I ride really fast , most of the time. But occasionally, I'll ride much slower just to Absorb the Life that the Forest has to offer. If we ever cycled together, we wouldn't be racing, LOLOL. Whenever my buddies and I all ride together; it's No one "left behind", Period. I recently moved to Atlanta. I would have to commute to the trail. But I don't mind at all. Heyyyyyy!!! Spinners are Winners. Always play safe... Thanks!!
+Leah Salby Thanks Leah. I know how to Climb. I prefer to spin. But , this is Grady Road. At the time that I made this video, I was around 230 Lbs. That Didn't help me at all. Thanks for your Comments. I really Appreciate Your Knowledge!!!
I wish more people would post videos about this trail. Thank you for this!
Hi , there are a lot of videos on the Silver Comet Trail. But I haven't seen any other videos on Grady Road. Thanks for watching. Please play Safe out there. Spinners are Winners.
I just went on it today with my trike. 90 miles. AWESOME ride. Checkout my page for the video vlog! Have an awesome day !
I lived in Atlanta for 2 years, but never made it this far past Rockmart on the Silver Comet. Honestly, if I'd known this was there, I'd have probably made a point to climb it! Back then I was a glutton for punishment, I used to do hill repeats up Mt Kennesaw at least once a week. Best way to get fit fast, climbing a mountain 4-5 times in a row!
Thank you Bryant! We are going the Silver Comet next month. I knew there were some hills, & now I know where they are! Keep riding my friend! 🚴♀️🚴♀️
Hi @raymurtaugh4101. Yes, there are a few Very Nice Rolling hills about three or four miles before you get to this spot. It's Very Secluded. So be Safe out there. Have Funnn. Also, it smells kind of stinky until you crest the hill, LOL. THANKS!!
Having ridden the Silver Comet multiple times I have to agree that Mount Trashmore is one heck of a hill. I enjoyed your narration. Thanks.
Hi @tmhiker. Thanks for watching the video. I like that name Mt. Trashmore, LOL. Stay Safe out there.
Great video and congrats on smashing that hill!
Thanks John Daly. I was a New Cyclist back then. It's an easy climb now. Thanks again. Stay Safe out there.
Thank you for the video I rode this back in August when it was 97 degrees and I was proud of my old self when i didnt have to stop. It does take an effort.ived the music too, Ride Like the Wind is on my cycling playlist.
Thank you for this video. I haven't done the Silver Comet yet and you helped me know where not to start lol.
Hey Tony, yeah don't start right there...Lolol, it could be difficult. But, at some point; you Must, I say Must be Able to Conquer this hill.
If you can climb this one, all other ones will be a piece of cake. Stay Safe out there. Spinners are Winners.
Wow! I've never had that either... well, not since I was 10 and seeing how long I could make the awesome skid marks behind my BMX bike!
Thank God for a tolerant and helpful wife!
Thanks for that video. A friend and I are planning to do the entire Comet and Ladiga trails in one day... Roughly 100 miles. You're right, there's little mention of the hills, and what I have found had been conflicting. There's nothing like video to clarify things!
Thanks ‘says your heart muscle and your circulatory system’!!!……haha…..Thanks man for keeping your self healthy and not costing us more hospital bills!!
YEP!
This video made my day! I've ridden this section many times.. but the first time at this section.. well, your video captures everything that is true about this section. Love your sense of humor ;-)
Hi Alan harp. Thanks for watching it. I'm Much better at Climbing Now, LOLOL. If you ever need someone to Cycle with, I'm always looking for a good ride. I don't get to go to Grady Road too often. But, I stay ready. Heyyyyyyy!! Be Safe out there. Spinners are Winners!!
Man, thats the longest hill I ever saw in my whole life, it didn't seem to stop. Neat Video! Thanks.
Thanks for the heads up. Driving up from Florida flatlands to ride in June.
sirrandall954 Heyyy, No Problem. Thanks for checking out my video. Be Safe out there. "Spinners are Winners".
AWESOME video!!!! Great Job!!! I just heard about the silver Comet Trail today!
gonepriused THANKS> I did 71.72 Miles Today. It was 90 degrees. I had plenty of hydration. It's always about 10 degrees cooler on the Trail. Be Safe. Spinners are Winners.
Love the vid! I could definitely feel your pain! LOL. Someday, .....nah....I ain't never gonna go that far! LOL. Stay well man! Great pull!
bob Patrick, Lolol you're funny. You should try it. Just don't go alone like I used too. Thanks for watching it. Stay safe. Spinners are Winners.
Thanks for the video footage. I enjoyed watching it and your commentaries and music. I look forward to riding on Silver Comet this weekend.
I’m coming from Fla to ride the trail in three weeks. I’m riding a fixed gear. I’m coming back to let you know how that went. Thanks for the intel!
Hi KSTsonic.. That sounds Great. I don't recommend cycling there alone though. It's Very Remote. You're going to love it. Stay Safe out there.
@@MrTrueword unfortunately I’ll be riding alone, but that’s OK… i’m bringing all the tools and extra tires and tubes and everything I might need… I read that there’s no cell phone service in some spots so that’s worrisome but gotta go for it
@@KSTsonic You're going to Love it. Stay Safe. Please let me know what you think about it.
Hey hey! I rode the entire trail from Smyrna to Anniston on 9/18. I got a room in Jacksonville Alabama and rode back the next day. I ride a fixie so I was worried about trash mountain. Going up was fine but going down was so sketchy. Anyway, it was a fantastic ride. Im glad i made it before the storm! Also, the trash hill on the way back to GA was nuts.. but manageable. Thanks for your video.. I thought about it when I got to that section.
@@KSTsonic Heyyyy, that's so Awesome. You Must be a Very Strong Rider to climb that hill on a Fixie, LOL. I have a Friend who does that on a much steeper hill at Stone Mountain. He Leaves us all , even in our Granny Gears, LOLOL. Thanks for the Feedback. I can't wait to climb that hill again. I weigh 200 Lbs now. I weighed around 238 in this video. Stay Safe out there.
Nice video. ! I last rode 30 yrs and 110 lbs ago and want to start again. This hill would def make a goal for me. Not only to get to it, but to ride it to the top . =)
Thanks for posting !
Thank You Ms. Judy!!
I been out that way. You're right that hill is no joke.
It's time for me to re visit that hill. I hope to Film a New Video of the climb. Stay Safe out there.
@@MrTrueword if you get a chance do the loop around Carrolton near West Georgia. It’s about 15 miles and a really nice ride.
@@chrisbrookshire861 Hi Chrisbrookshire86. Thanks for the suggestion. I Don't Cycle on the Roads anymore unless it's in a Huge Parking Lot, or at a State Park or in a Century Ride with in a Peloton. I've had far too many Close Calls. Too many Professional Cyclists have been Killed for me to Enjoy that aspect of Cycling. If there's a Bike Trail, I'm all in. Thanks again. Stay Safe out there. Spinners are Winners.
No tubes with you? You're a brave man! I once hit *something* on a bridge that took out both my front and rear tires. I tried pushing the bike back to the car, but quickly realized I was going to ruin both wheels. So, I picked up the bike & carried it about 8 miles. About halfway through that, it started raining! That was NOT my favorite ride! For our Century ride, we'll be over-stocked with 2 tubes each, full set of tools, CO2 etc. I don't think we'll be able to call for help on the CLT!
Thanks for this video! I don't comment often on UA-cam, but your video made me laugh! I'm fron Switzerland and will move in few weeks to Cedartown and I was really excited about the Silver Comet Trail! Was great to see you climb this hill! Take care! Alex
Hi Mr. Alexandre, thanks for your kind words. You are going to Love the Silver Comet Trail. I've ridden it from Georgia to Alabama and Back. It's the Longest Trail in the U.S. But, it can Spoil you against the Road. Hope to ride with you someday. Cheers,
We managed the Century ride... Cumberland Mall to Anniston Al. The hills weren't nearly as bad as I'd anticipated. The worst part was, like in your video, they came well into a long ride. If these were at the beginning of a ride, you'd think nothing of them. The key to seeing how steep this is is to look at the blocks in the retaining wall. That gives away the steepness.
hey this is umair, i finally made it from smyrna to the stateline today on my single speed..it was not easy u were right! but i did it! 123 miles!!
Awesome. You did some Hard Work. Whewwww!! Spinners are Winners.
Thank you for this video! I wanna skate it but I'll definitely be walking that part of it. Appreciate your video.
Hi Arlynn Hope Dunn. Yeahhh, you might not want to do that, LOLOL. Stay Safe out there. It's Very Desolate on this part of the trail. Thanks...
Congrats on those hills. I was warned about them by a biker. I have been walking the trail since last spring 2023. Trail head by trail head. I have not yet decided if I am going to walk that part. I have made it to Rockmart walking it. I have recorded each walk. Thank you for sharing.
@TieDyedShawn , Thanks for watching the video. Just Stay Safe out there. It's Very Remote. I've even seen bear Droppings out there. It's best to have a Trail Buddy, or a 45, LOL.
@@MrTrueword Thank you for your concern. That is why I have not done it. I am aware of the bears. If I do it. It will be later in the year. I will have a air horn and bear spray. But I don't know if I will? Time will tell. Thank you.
Thanks for the Video, I'm planning on doing this trail in July.
Hey Jack. Thanks for watching the video... Be Safe out there. Take along a buddy if you can.
Spinners are Winners.
We will ride with you take ur time take ur time …….Nature is the best
@aprilrichie2394, Thanks for that gesture. I'm just getting back on my bike after sitting out for a few months. I should be ready by the end of April. Stay Safe out there.
Very nice. I haven't made it all the way out there yet I've been to Rockmart from the east west connector. We've been planning to hit the AL state line for over a year but haven't gotten to it.
EZ Riderz Thanks. This is a Great Ride. Listen to your Heart and be Safe Climbing these Mountains!!
We did 70 miles, yesterday. We started at Cumberland Mall & rode 35 out & back, so we didn't see the hills. We'll see them this Saturday, though! All the way!
I live walking distance to the entrance in dallas, ga - west towards rockmart compared to east towards Hiram theres a notable difference in sunlight too - just offering from a runner's perspective shady to the west - you'll cook going east LOL
You're Absolutely correct. Wanna hear a secret?? One day, I got caught out there in the Blazing Sun.. I asked the Lord for some Relief... Unibike69, I Promise you, the Lord sent a Cloud that Followed me until I reached the shaded parts of the trail.. I'm NOT Kidding either!! Thanks.
Ooooohhhhh yeah. Reallllllly nice part of that trail. Remember it well. If I had taken a video, it would have been a SloPro.
Hi dogwoodservicesinc.2972. Not many people make it out there. Thanks for your comments. Stay Safe!
The worst part is the landfill here, depending on the wind it may stink pretty bad on this section of trail. Which is just what you need when you're gasping for air going up this mountain 🤦♂.
Also, there's water at the very bottom of the hills next to the landfill, go slow so it doesn't splash on you, I think its a seep from the landfill
Hi Mr. NJ-jk5td. Thanks for your responses. Yeahhhh, that place really stinks at times. And, it's very desolate. But, I've never ran into any water. Stay Safe out there. Spinners are Winners.
Mister Bryant Andrews Sr., Checking in to see if you've conquered the hill yet. I just road the comet the other day and it made think of this video, I think we're due for an update!
Hey Mr. Coleman Barker, Thanks.. Yes, Absolutely. I have Conquered that Hill, LOL. There's another one that I have to Conquer now.. It's on the Back Side of Stone Mountain.. They call it The Wall. It'll Make You WORK, LOL. Thanks for the Shout out.. Stay Safe out there Sir. Spinners are Winners.
Hi Mr. Rex, thanks for viewing my Video. These hills were Brutal. One guy went into cardiac arrest attempting to climb them. He didn't make it. I guess that it's best to KNOW your Limits, and to Listen to your Heart!!!!!
I feel your pain Bryant! I did this hill on my touring bike with 70lbs of gear, I made it but I was wasted!
Ron Martin Wow. You're a Real Trooper. That must have been pretty rough.. Glad that you made it. Heyyyyyy! Spinners are Winners. Thanks for Sharing with me.
Hey Bryant, I met you the other day on the Silver Comet Trail on your first ride of 2017, I took your picture for you! I hit the Grady Road today on my journey across the country and I had my 100lbs cart that I was pushing and just when I thought the hills had to be over there were more at every turn! It was quite the work out. I even got myself into a pickle and had to back track through those hills back out to the main road. So doing those hills twice was killer.
Lindsay Monroe Hi Lindsay. Lololol, I told ya. You're a Real Champion to be out doing that. Heyyy, do me a Favor. Please be Safe out there. Carry if you can. Also, I'd love to hear from you from time to time. I'm on Facebook as Bryant Andrews Sr. I hope to see some of your photos from around the country. THANKS for Sharing with Me...
I remember this climb from last summer. It is steep, and to be totally fair, It's hard because the whole way out you're on the path doing 2-4% grades. Then this hits outside of Cedartown. Unfortunately, your camera work doesn't do the hill justice. For some reason I remember that this was near or formerly part of a landfill? Thanks for posting.
Heyyy guy, thanks. These hills began at Grady Road on the Silver Comet Trail. I had to ride my bicycle for 35 Miles just to get there. THENNNNN, I had to pull the hills, Whewwww!!!
Yep, this hill is the toughest section. Fun coming down, tho…
Hi Ross, indeed it is. Stay Safe out there. THANKS!
Just rode from Grady Rd to Cedartown today. I mt bike and road bike twice a week and I didn't find it too challenging. The ride back from Cedwartown was tougher than going out.
I Always go the Tougher way. Coming back down is Always very easy..... Lolol, I've actually climbed that hill on a Mountain bike too.... I can do it very easily now....
Hey man, glad to see this part of the trail on a video. I mainly ride between 1 to 24 mile markers. I never been pass the 24 mile marker. When I first started riding ten years ago on Silver Comet trail, some kids hit me in the head with a rock and call me some awful names around the 23 mile markers so I never rode up that way again. But it's good to know about this difficult hill. I like hills and maybe one day I'll try to see if I can pull that hill too. Be safe out there man.
Hi Quntico Qamiroquai. Thanks for watching the video. I try to be careful always. But, you never know... I always keep some Pepper spray, or either a small 25 cal with me. Too bad that we have to be so cautious. I've been very fortunate. I've been cycling there for several years now, with no problems. I had a pack of Dogs to come after me. I fired a shot and they went scrambling. Please let me know if you ever want to cycle together. No Racing, just riding together. THANKS, Bryant.
+Bryant Andrews SR. I'd ride out there or stone mountain with you?
I just Road the silver comet today on my 3 wheeled trike and it was the flattest most SIMPLE trail I've seen on my cross country tour thus far..... Those hills were SUPER short... I love the "struggle" Bryant! Keep it up broski!
Mmmmmmmm Hmmmmmmmm.
I Always carry two tubes. It was the Tire that Blew Out!! I don't normally keep tires in my jersey. It was a dime size hole in the sidewall of the tire.
Oh I remember that- when I first did it, I was on my Hybrid with non locking front suspension and somehow got up it without stopping. I look forward to doing it on my road bike this year :-)
Lisa Shelton Awesome. It's Much easier on a Road Bike for Sure. Thanks for watching my video. And thanks for responding.. Stay Safe out there...Spinners are Winners.
that hill is a tough one you must have built up your endurance over a period of time. great video.
+T mo Hi T mo. Yes, that's exactly how I was able to climb that Mountainous Hill. Lately, I've been on too many Flats. I've got to start all over again on Hill Training. Whewwwww. THANKS!!
Hi Roopull, no Problem. just be Safe out there. I did a Century on April 13, 2013. It was ahhhhhhh LONG!!! But, I lost (3) POUNDS in ONE DAY!!!!!
Hi gps29070, Thanks for checking out the videos. I'm not technical enough to know all of what you have asked me. BUT, I WILL tell you that, it's a REAL Climbing Experience!! It climbs, and Climbs then Spirals UP, and Climbs some more!!!! The Reward of all of that Climbing , is an AWESOME View of the Countryside. The View alone, is worth the Climb!!! The Down Hills will have you going close to 40-50 MPH. Please let me know if You decide to tackle it!! THANKS!!
That's quite a hill and and quite a trail man props to you. I am very familiar with big hills, my morning commute involves a lot of climbing, as the college I attend is on the top of a huge hill. On the plus side, returning home is a breeze; I often get home in under 40 minutes in the evening, whereas it me takes about an hour to get there in the morning. I'm a pretty big guy too, so I climb slow. I dig the video though man, like I said, looks like quite a ride! Be safe out there man
Hey Bike Advtr. Thanks. Just keep on Spinning and Winning. This video is old now. And Climbing has gotten much easier for me now. Yes, be Safe out there. There are some people out there who Don't know how to simply Enjoy Life like we do. And they can put a damper on our Outdoor Adventures. Spinners are Winners.
Bryant Andrews SR. My climbing has improved a lot over the years too. I like your saying "Spinners Are Winners"
@@bikeadventurer Thanks. It would be a joy to Cycle with you someday. I Love the Silver Comet Trail. When you want some awesome hills training, please consider cycling at Stone Mountain... It's a Very Good Workout... Be Safe...
THANKS!
@@MrTrueword Where is this trail?
It begins in Smyrna Georgia, and goes all the way to Alabama. I've done it about Five or Six times...
Hi Mr. Butzek. Thanks for viewing my video. I'm NOT that technical. I just KNOW that this is NOT just another hill. It is very Brutal. There's a Trail Side Memorial up there. I asked the Trail Maintenance crew what happened up there. They told me how one poor guy went into cardiac arrest and died trying to climb it.
I can climb it now. But, I'm only doing about 6-8 MPH.
I'd Love to be able to do 12-15 MPH. THANKS. Be Safe out there!
Most of the SCT is 2% grade. This hill isn't. With the pollution, heat, and humitity, this is a whole different sport.
I can't wait to go ride this trail!
You're going to Love it.
Bryant Andrews SR. I'm closer to rockmart so I'll probably start around there
I don't know if you're on Facebook, but there's a group you might be interested in. I'm sure they'd like to see some of your videos!
The group is called "Silver Comet Trail / Chief Ladiga Trail"
I was out there on yesterday, but I turned around at Grady Road. Please let me know when I can ride with y'all. Let's Go!!!!!
I'm watching you do this while I eat key lime pie lol. I atleast walked the trail earlier xD
Grab Your Bike and Let's Roll, LOLOL.
Baaaaaby, I got off my bike and walked. I couldn’t take it 🤣🤣🤣🤣
Lol I laugh because I complain to myself all the time about hills on long rides too🤣🤣
Lolol, just keep on Climbing those Hills Brother.. Spinners are Winners!
I rode this section - it was my favorite part of the trail. He's lamenting over the hill but if you hit 5:58 he's hauling serious a-- down that hill which is right after trashmore mt hill.
Vista, this is an OLD Video. I was Fairly New to Cycling. I was almost 235 Lbs, and I hadn't been on the bike in over Three Weeks. Big Deal, You can Climb very well. I Glad for you. But, let it be known that I Wasn't "Lamenting" over the climb. You're the Odd One on this thread. Out of ALL of the Many Comments, you're the ONLY one to say that this was Your Favorite Part of the Trail. Hat's Off to you. Safe Spinning out there... Thanks for your Response.
Mr. Andrews, Nice video I'm traveling to at Atlanta in January. I want to do some riding and or running up there but the thing is It's been 12 years since I have been up there in the winter months. What is the temperature like up there?
Mike Dormeyer. Hi Mr. Dormeyer. Thanks for watching my video.. This is still Georgia.. I rarely gets too cold. I'll ride there with ya. I don't care about cold weather. I Dress for it... I've invested in the good cold weather cycling attire. It makes a Really Big Difference.... Stay Safe...
Nothing to it but to do it!!! Please let me know if you are planning on riding on the SCT. I may do a few miles with you. THANKS!!!
Thanks for these videos. Do you know how long the climb is and what gradient? I can't seem to find the data nowhere.
those hills look fun, where is this bike path?
We’re you heading east to west or west to east?
Hi Doug. Thanks for watching the video.
I traveled in both directions.
Spinners are Winners.
Stay Safe out there.
I plan on riding from Cedartown to Atlanta on this Trail ! any recommendations on what gear to bring ?!
kushclouds21 Hi. A good Cycling Buddy would be great. A Good Road Bicycle will be an Awesome Adventure... Be safe out there my friend... Spinners are Winners.
Today is the first time I tried this hill coming from the other direction, and I think it's even worse.
Adam, That's pretty Awesome. Did you Make it???
Very slowly, but yes.
+ADAM MURRAY. That's awesome. I'd love to cycle there with you sometimes. I don't go that far alone anymore. Heyyyyy, Stay Safe out there. Spinners are Winners.
I really liked your video! It captures very well the level of effort required to climb that hill. The music was great too!
I was on the first ride event that used that section just after it opened in 2008, and the hilly section appears at 2:45 in my video I took that day. This was the Georgia Rails Into Trails Labor Day ride. The last section of concrete had been placed on a Thursday, and this ride was held on the following Monday. Wow, it was a shock! I'm thankful that the Bike Friday you see in my video has some very low gears! Here is the link: ua-cam.com/video/wkT78p7v6Po/v-deo.html
kjfitzgerald593 Hi. Thanks for watching my video. I'm about to view yours now. I can Take that Hill a lot Better Now. Now, I get my Hill Training at Stone Mountain. There's a location there called "The Wall". It will MAKE You Use EVERTHING that You Have. Heyyyyy, Stay Safe out there. Spinners are Winners!!
The coroner would know where and when people have had cardiac arrests on the Silver Comet Trail.
Charlotte Fairchild sorry that I'm just now seeing your request. There are Two Roadside Memorials upward through Grady Road. I inquired with the Trail Maintenance Crew about them. They informed me of the Two Cardiac Arrest victims. For a more thorough explanation, I suggest that you inquire with Officials via the Silver Comet Trail's official website. Thanks for your Time.
Thanks.
Charlotte Fairchild Much Obliged!!
Have you read the book Murder on the Silver Comet Trail?
Charlotte Fairchild sorry , I don't engage murderous entertainment. No, I haven't. But, I am aware of the publicized incidents.
thanks for the tip
Nick Shaw Much Obliged. Be Safe out there.. Carry if you can.....100.
Bryant Andrews SR. ok
I love the video. I started riding a few weeks ago because I got tired of my elliptical machine. I have two kids (1 and 3) and I pull them on the trail. I went one time by myself and went from Powder Springs to the start near South Cobb dr and back. Is this hill near Rockmart?
Hi Rip Rap. Yes, this is the hill near Rockmart. It's Serious. Please be very careful out there. I have NEVER seen any Rangers patrolling this part of the trail. Thanks for watching the video. Be Safe Always.
Bryant Andrews SR. Sunday I rode this stretch for the first time. I went from Coots Lake to the Cedartown depot. These were some tough hills that I had to stand up to pull. I'm building up to try and ride the whole trail from South Cobb Dr and back in one day.
rip rap, that's so awesome. Did you stop to digest the Beautiful View!! I'd love to cycle it with you someday. Thanks, Bryant.
Bryant Andrews SR. Yes sir. I actually got a pic of a small fawn in one of the pastures. I did my PB yesterday starting in Hiram and going to downtown Rockmart. I don't have a road bike like yours, I have a Schwinn hybrid so I may not be as fast as you, but would love to ride.
Hi rip rap. I also have a Schwin Hybrid bike. If you'd like to ride together some day, I'll ride my hybrid. Stay Safe out there.
That sounds like a Funnnn Ride. Today, I was SMOKING on the Trail. It was my First ride since my Century Ride last week. When I got to 19.54 Miles, my rear tire went POWWWWWWWWWWW!!! I had my First Ever Tire Blow out. There was a dime sized hole in the sidewall of the tire. had to call wifey to come get me.
nice vid men! how often do you ride the comet? Just got my bike...look for some groups to join
Hi, I ride alot. 70 Miles today.
+Bryant Andrews SR. cool thanks. you should try starting a group ride. I wanted to ride today...but it was raining like crazy
strykah I never really cycled in a group. I'm not against it. I just can't stand waiting on folks to come together. I'll ride with a group. But, I won't be organizing one anytime soon.
This would be a normal ride in New England!
Judi P Post a video please.
FUNNNNN????? This is Hard Work. This is on the Silver Comet Trail in Ga. it's the Longest Trail in the US!!!
I am not from this area, but would like to ride the Silver Comet. What town is this climb near, and what is the climb distance and gradient?
Hi Michael. It's near Rockmart Ga. Sorry that I don't know the stats of the climb. I'll see if I can find it on my Strava or mapmyride Stats. If I see it, I will let you know. Be Safe out there. Spinners are Winners.
That’s In Cedartown . My husband and I rode up there 2 weeks ago . We climb up there on our recumbent trikes .
Be prepared if you ride in that area . Make sure you bring a lot of water with you . It is 13.5 miles from Rockmart all the way to Cedartown Depot . It is very hilly for sure
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Thanks Brother.
LETS BE VERY CANDID ABOUT IT: This hill is a Btich !!! I've done it a half dozen times and yet to ever make it all the way. Always wind up walking up it, guess it's nothing to be ashamed of. Mt. Trashmore !!
Carol M Indeed , it Is. Are you climbing the hill on a Road Bike, or some other kind of bike??
Hi Bryant, I've done it on two different bikes. I have a Trek Domane 5.2 Carbon and I've done much better with that one needless to say. But my Touring bike the (2017) Trek 520 Disc - Steel is 33 Lbs of machine and I'm afraid I have to push it all the way, even with the granny gear. That hill is a real dog anyway you look at it. I'm planning on doing some touring with the 520 this year and some practice runs before hand heading out to Camp Comet and the Piedmont with a full load in the panniers. I know I'm going to have to PUSH that thing up that hill to get over to Cedar town. The Carbon Domane is only 16 Lbs and does a whole lot better. I rode to the border last Saturday 3/4/17 Here is the Garmin Track from last week, you can tell I went over Garbage mountain by viewing the map: connect.garmin.com/modern/activity/1603706875/share/0?lang=en
That's Awesome Carol. Your Stats are great too. Keep on Spinning and Winning. Stay Safe out there!!! Nice Chatting with ya. let me know if you ever need a Riding Buddy!!
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Thanks Bryant. I'd love to ride with you some time. I'm only afraid if I rode with someone that they would get P.O.ed because I'm a slow rider. I go out with the positive attitude of always finishing the ride, but I always afraid that I would slow another rider down. I'LL follow your posting here and touch base with you down the line, where do you usually get on the trail? I've been getting on at Rockmart as it's nicely centered for heading to the border or to Florence Rd. Take care got to run.
Hi Carol. Yeah, I ride really fast , most of the time. But occasionally, I'll ride much slower just to Absorb the Life that the Forest has to offer. If we ever cycled together, we wouldn't be racing, LOLOL. Whenever my buddies and I all ride together; it's No one "left behind", Period. I recently moved to Atlanta. I would have to commute to the trail. But I don't mind at all. Heyyyyyy!!! Spinners are Winners. Always play safe... Thanks!!
All you have to do is put your gears and granny gear.
+Leah Salby Thanks Leah. I know how to Climb. I prefer to spin. But , this is Grady Road. At the time that I made this video, I was around 230 Lbs. That Didn't help me at all. Thanks for your Comments. I really Appreciate Your Knowledge!!!
What's the percent incline on the hill and how long is it? Moving from Colorado where we have mountains!
Yeah you made that look easy hahaha
Anthony Simes Trust Me. It wasn't. Not even a little bit, LOLOL. THANKS!
i call this trash hill
LOLOL.. Smells Just Like Trash... Thanks. Stay Safe Out There.