A Warm Welcome on the Katy Trail: Incredible Riding Across Missouri - TransAm Adventure Ep. 10

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  • Опубліковано 16 лис 2024

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  • @Brackers64
    @Brackers64 12 днів тому +2

    Great to catch upon the trip Mat, I have been on vacation / holiday for a month and was You tube free. I have always fancied doing the Katy Trail, it's close enough that I can get there from Ontario. Cheers
    Bob...

  • @matttheriac5611
    @matttheriac5611 Місяць тому +5

    You had us again at fried pickles and dark beer. Have been spending hours watching all your historical videos waiting for new content. We'll look for midbikecrisis too. Your funny, current, kind banter is simply very enjoyable. We're Missouians thank you for the shout outs to our beautiful Katy Trail.

  • @kevinaubuchon5979
    @kevinaubuchon5979 Місяць тому +6

    Good job Ross! You made me look good - Kevin

  • @sherryharrison361
    @sherryharrison361 Місяць тому +3

    Happy birthday Matt…🎉…love watching your videos….TwoFansFromCanada 👏👏🥰🥰🇨🇦

  • @danolaf8377
    @danolaf8377 Місяць тому +9

    This video's getting a like just because of that Missouri River flashback edit, cracked me up nice work Ross.

  • @nmjazz09
    @nmjazz09 Місяць тому +3

    One of your best videos, Mat!! And like you said, it's the people. Awesome....:).

  • @billincolumbia
    @billincolumbia Місяць тому

    Stag beer, oh my. A cheap but cheerful local beer.
    Glad you enjoyed Missouri so much. Not spectacular, but kind and friendly and homey. You love crossing bridges, and I love riding through farmland, so MO is good for both of us!
    I have watched some of MidBike Crisis' stuff before, so I am glad that you got to meet him.

  • @kevinquinn6874
    @kevinquinn6874 Місяць тому +3

    Never feel obligated to reply, I know you’re busy, but just want you to know that I’m very much enjoying your adventure and really happy that you found so much kindness here in America.
    I hope you enjoyed your birthday, have safe travels, enjoy 🚴🏻‍♀️🤍🌟

  • @Luigi13
    @Luigi13 Місяць тому +5

    Definitely Mat, never rush enjoy the experience that you will be able to take home with you and remember it for years to come. The experience is all that matters and savor it while you can daily. Cheers from Oregon state.

  • @PaulJones-k3f
    @PaulJones-k3f Місяць тому +1

    this episode has made me want to move to Missouri! I am not kidding

  • @ZDD760
    @ZDD760 Місяць тому +5

    So glad you are having meetups!

  • @RachelPash
    @RachelPash Місяць тому +4

    You seem a lot happier in this video - I think maybe you were starved on some good company, glad you got to ride with someone for a bit and got some nice treats, too!

  • @michealwhite1091
    @michealwhite1091 Місяць тому +4

    That UK present was brilliant!

  • @redauwg911
    @redauwg911 Місяць тому +3

    Happy birthday Matt👍🎂

  • @gsnyder2007
    @gsnyder2007 Місяць тому +1

    "time has no meaning" love it. I have felt that misery, and kinda joy at same time, of just getting to a place and yearning to get
    on from point A where there is suffiering to point B (civilization) where there is food, hot water. That's partly what I truly enjoy about riding long miles, and getting isolated, makes me appreciate people and places when I get back to them. 🙂

  • @jenniferdipietro3666
    @jenniferdipietro3666 Місяць тому +2

    Matt, I like your entire videos. You make it seem like I am riding there. Happy Birthday. Hope you have a great one.

  • @georgeciopei1492
    @georgeciopei1492 Місяць тому +13

    Hey Mat, Maybe at the end of the tour you also include a expenses overview. Is a good information for
    those who want to plan such a trip. Enjoy and take care!

    • @matryderadventures
      @matryderadventures  Місяць тому +1

      I do plan to, I did it for my GDMBR trip and that was well received. Thanks for commenting 👍

  • @thedoopa3169
    @thedoopa3169 Місяць тому +1

    HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!

  • @big_gar_mt
    @big_gar_mt Місяць тому +1

    Thanks again for another fine Mat and Ross Collaboration video. I had the opportunity to ride 273 miles on GDMBR in Montana some of it for 2nd time last summer (2023). Had total knee
    replacement late July this summer So now I rehab on my spin bike and dream of riding the Katy trail like Mat someday. Cheers.

  • @gilabear11
    @gilabear11 Місяць тому +2

    Love the Katy Trail! When me and my friends stopped in Hermann, the only thing open was a gas station, so it was gas station food for dinner that night.

  • @mickilkr
    @mickilkr Місяць тому +1

    Excellent video as usual!

  • @Willy_windswept
    @Willy_windswept Місяць тому +1

    Hey Matt, hanks for a great update.
    Cold...instant...coffee....
    Probably worse than a bear attack 👍
    Keep up the good work, chocks away!

  • @luthermclain2959
    @luthermclain2959 Місяць тому +2

    A belated happy birthday Mat! I lived in Missouri for a couple of years when I was much younger, and I think I mentioned earlier that you'd probably find it a little hilly after Nebraska and Iowa. I am very glad that you met some great people down there on your journey through! Really enjoyed your camera work as you were crossing some of the bridges. Whenever I cross suspension or truss bridges on a motorcycle or bike, I always look up for the view as well. And I'm stoked for you that you got to hang out with GDMBR Bill. Cheers!

  • @90Drock
    @90Drock Місяць тому +1

    I am glad you are enjoying the Katy trail. It's nice to see all of your fans coming out to meet you. You gave my wife an idea to listen to audio books while you ride. What kind of books do you listen to? I hope you had a great birthday 🎉. I' owe you a birthday meal with a beer. 😂

    • @matryderadventures
      @matryderadventures  Місяць тому

      Hi. I tend to listen to sci fi books. Nothing too complicated though as I lose focus a lot. Cheers

  • @ape9273
    @ape9273 Місяць тому +1

    hey Mat! big fan, wanted to say audiobooks during riding is one of my absolute favorite things to do, get lost in nature and in sci fi/ fantasy at the same time, wonderful

  • @santacruzman
    @santacruzman Місяць тому +2

    Congrats on your progress! I joined you from Oregon. Yesterday it was 92, today 66 and rain.

  • @jimghigliotti4863
    @jimghigliotti4863 Місяць тому +4

    Enjoying your videos and wanted to let yo know I’m now living vicariously through you 😂 I’m a lifelong cyclist but never really saw myself as a bike packer I love to ride and camp but never thought of mixing the two. Just keep the vids coming and be safe !

  • @NancyByerly-m7o
    @NancyByerly-m7o Місяць тому +23

    Hey Mat!!! You made my day. I was justing thinking that it was time for you to release a video!! I love your videos especially these trips. I am already getting sad that your trip is almost over... LOL Are you finding this tour harder than the GDMBR?

    • @matryderadventures
      @matryderadventures  Місяць тому

      Him glad you liked these. I am finding this tour tougher mentally. I think it's because I've been riding alone a lot. Physically the GDMBR was harder. The GDMBR is tough to beat.

  • @louspeed1
    @louspeed1 Місяць тому +1

    It looks like it's Missouri for the bike win! Lael Wilcox rode through the area not long ago and she was surprised at the many people who came out to ride with her. It's good to see they're looking after you, too.

  • @Steve-r3g
    @Steve-r3g Місяць тому +1

    Wow, free food, over night stays, all these people taking care of you.. you could just live this way and not go back to work! Another great video... thanks.

  • @juliethrower1185
    @juliethrower1185 Місяць тому +2

    Great video, positivity, kind humans, and fantastic sense of humour . I will miss your adventures. Enjoy the rest of your trip making memories. Hope you manage to have a few more beers before the end. 😊

  • @daitallon
    @daitallon Місяць тому +6

    Hi Matt. I'm addicted to your channel!! Love your humour and wit and your take on things is awesome.
    P.s. thanks to Ross for putting these great vids together

  • @bertski60
    @bertski60 Місяць тому +2

    one of the bonuses of long bike rides is that you can (without guilt) stuff your face until your stomach is fit to bust.
    anyways...i hope you slow down the pace some. i'm sure i can speak for many here that your ride is going to end all too soon.
    continued safe trip, and thankyou.

  • @darrintouchet4063
    @darrintouchet4063 Місяць тому +9

    Happy birthday Matt!! Enjoying your adventure from South Louisiana!! Getting close to 12,000 subs!!

  • @paulhoughton5266
    @paulhoughton5266 Місяць тому +1

    Brilliant The real heartland of America in all senses of the word. What a fantastic trip, you won't want it to end. All best wishes.

  • @DrummerGirlSmiles_Lisa
    @DrummerGirlSmiles_Lisa Місяць тому +1

    Happy Belated Birthday Mat! Glad you had a proper birthday dinner and bed. 🤟🏼 Enjoy watching your biking adventures! You’re very likable 😊 🚴🏽

  • @greetb9330
    @greetb9330 Місяць тому +1

    Great update, the Katy trail looks awesome. again some tremendous folks along the way, superb. Enjoy the English brew.

  • @stephenmorton8017
    @stephenmorton8017 Місяць тому

    I feel like I'm cheating watching the bikes and beyond channel in your future. You continue to show the best face of America. International celebrity! Love it man. This is how to tour.

  • @neiljacks5379
    @neiljacks5379 Місяць тому +1

    Loving this Matt, great to see you really enjoying it, and fantastic to see so many coming out to spread the love ❤️ ...and wasn't Katy an absolute sweetheart.

  • @brianreed9066
    @brianreed9066 Місяць тому

    Wow! Great video! I live in Missouri, so it was nice seeing some local areas through a foreigner’s eyes. Love your videos. Seeing my beautiful daughter and her amazing husband in the bike shop, was definitely icing on the cake!!

    • @matryderadventures
      @matryderadventures  Місяць тому

      Awww. How sweet. They were a lovely couple. I hope they bought their bikes and have been out riding.

  • @tonypaddler
    @tonypaddler Місяць тому

    Hi Mat 👋, and a happy birthday 🍻
    Great opening drone footage from above of you cycling along a dusty gravel track between fields, then more great drone footage from the side as you cycle past a yellow rapeseed 🌻 field. Awesome.
    I've always been against any musical/sound distractions whilst cycling but I've been considering a pair of bone conducting earphones as they, apparently, allow you to listen to music AND hear the sounds of nature at the same time. That option could have a place on my journeys.
    At 18:55 , Mrs P said that your "experimental camera angle legs" did indeed look just fine 🦵
    I get what you mean by enjoying cycling over bridges, I feel like I'm travelling through a portal. Same as when I get on a ferry with my bike.
    It doesn't have to be going into a different country, it predominantly happens when I'm in Scotland.
    There was a nice rumbling of the planks noise as you crossed the bridge just before meeting Manchester Matt, and just what a star he turned out to be!
    Influencer Mat, you looked like a kid in a sweetshop with your Blighty goody bag 😁
    Another great content video guys 🚲 , and fantastic editing once again Ross 🎥
    Cheers Mat 🖖

  • @patdunne3277
    @patdunne3277 Місяць тому +2

    Hi Mat loved this episode the people you meet are incredibly generous a big Happy Birthday to you!! 👍

  • @marklanders630
    @marklanders630 Місяць тому

    She caught the Katy
    And left me a mule to ride.
    Is now firmly stuck in my head!😎

  • @richardstoner866
    @richardstoner866 Місяць тому +1

    What a fun trail….really great video again….friendly people 🇬🇧🇺🇸👌😎

  • @bikingviking6688
    @bikingviking6688 Місяць тому +1

    REALLY enjoying the drone footage! 🛑👃🌹

  • @wendym5137
    @wendym5137 Місяць тому +1

    Another awesome video 👌 👏 Mat .such wonderful, kind people you have met up with, too .

  • @elzabethmorgan8020
    @elzabethmorgan8020 Місяць тому +2

    Yay! Another great video! And the subscribers keep coming! Just awesome, as always. Happy Birthday! Missouri’s surprisingly hilly - found that out when I drove across on I-70. The channel just gets better and better. Happy rest of the trail from an unseasonably warm Wyoming (92 today)

  • @InaHunt
    @InaHunt Місяць тому +2

    Thanks!

  • @chuckmillerqq4546
    @chuckmillerqq4546 Місяць тому +5

    I’ll be anxious to see how much this trip cost you considering all the freebies. Just kidding, love following the trip.

  • @shalakabooyaka1480
    @shalakabooyaka1480 Місяць тому +4

    Must have been nice getting a little taste of home mid trail. The Katy seems like a really nice trail, I've heard so many good things about it.

  • @juliaharbeck774
    @juliaharbeck774 Місяць тому +1

    Happy birthday Matt. We love your show. Ride safe.

  • @jzrezilient
    @jzrezilient Місяць тому +1

    Thank for sharing your journey. Very much enjoy the natural sounds. Great job Ross.

  • @davehoover8853
    @davehoover8853 Місяць тому +3

    One of your better sections of the trip and it shows in your video. Great people in the Mid-West and glad you found some folks to ride with. You have helped inspire me to start a quick figure-8 bikepacking from Boise, ID north. A mostly dirt loop with 50 hot springs and lots of climbing. Training in the Tetons on my mountain bike and hope it is enough!

  • @EdwinFeliu
    @EdwinFeliu Місяць тому +1

    Love "Boat Hedge" LMAO!!!!!!

  • @hillbrookguitarstudio4070
    @hillbrookguitarstudio4070 Місяць тому +1

    Happy Birthday Mat

  • @jimwood1068
    @jimwood1068 Місяць тому +1

    Brilliant Matt. I hope you're doing OK. Always look forward to your videos, they make me laugh.
    Keep going and enjoy mate.
    Jim. Uk

  • @simonreynolds8950
    @simonreynolds8950 Місяць тому +1

    Happy birthday. Loved that you knew the half life of uranium.
    Another great video.

  • @terry_hutt
    @terry_hutt Місяць тому +1

    Thanks again Matt. I was planning to ride the Katy Trail next May. Now I'm looking forward to it even more.

  • @dt35591
    @dt35591 Місяць тому +1

    A couple months ago I was watching another man named Matt and his partner walk the Katy from east to west on their hike across the country on the American Discovery Trail from Delaware to San Francisco. It looked incredible, and when you started your trip I was excited to see how much you'd enjoy it when you finally got there. Glad to see it's treating you well! Hopefully it makes up for my home state (Nebraska) being a big windy jerk to you.

  • @edgeveg
    @edgeveg Місяць тому +1

    Happy Birthday Mat. Keep making you tube. I'm really enjoying your content. Thanks

  • @ScottCarlson-cz7wj
    @ScottCarlson-cz7wj Місяць тому +1

    That is so neat how you camped on the edge of that corn field. The soil looked pretty hard and compacted. I would be tempted to dig a little hollow for my shoulders and hips to rest but, I wouldn't want to dig up another man's field. Keep pedaling Mat. Cheers.

  • @PumpkinVillage
    @PumpkinVillage Місяць тому +1

    Another great video and some great scenery.. There are good people all over. Think the bike really helps. Take care, Al

  • @reicheld590
    @reicheld590 Місяць тому +3

    Hey Mat, thanks for sharing your adventures with us all, I can't tell you how much I look forward to each new video'! Safe travels and HAPPY BIRTHDAY from your friends in Canada.

  • @DeanGeeves
    @DeanGeeves Місяць тому +1

    I knew you’d like the Katy trail, it’s another one on my bucket list. Some good ones to come, like the GAP and C&O, though you’ve probably done them by now! Beautiful scenery, good weather and some riding companions, you can’t beat it. Stay safe and be lucky Mat.

  • @InaHunt
    @InaHunt Місяць тому +1

    Happy belated birthday! Enjoy a good beer. Cheers!

  • @bikesandbeyond618
    @bikesandbeyond618 Місяць тому +1

    awesome documentary of your time on the Katy trail! Pretty much sums up what I told you about people in the Midwest - most of us are nice people! Great job.

  • @WalksInCamera
    @WalksInCamera Місяць тому +3

    Love the food package from Matt. Its nice to see some things you enjoy from home. Hobnobs are great for cycling or walking I find. Loved the rail trails. Bet the pizza was enjoyed too! Looking forward to each video.

    • @midbikecrisis
      @midbikecrisis Місяць тому +3

      I’ve lived here 24 years, all I could think of is what would I want from home if I were on a bike miles from home, and a packet of Hobnobs go great in a bottle cage….

    • @WalksInCamera
      @WalksInCamera Місяць тому

      @@midbikecrisis It was a cool and thoughtful gift!

  • @CyclingHeaven
    @CyclingHeaven Місяць тому +2

    Thanks Matt once again. Following this religiously just like your other trips. Inspired me to do this one in 2026. Fancied the GDMBR but the bears worry me 😅

    • @matryderadventures
      @matryderadventures  Місяць тому

      Don't let the bears put you off. Hang your food and carry bear spray. It's worth it

  • @Doogiecdog
    @Doogiecdog Місяць тому +1

    Happy belated birthday, Matt! 🤙😎

  • @none-ya2242
    @none-ya2242 Місяць тому +1

    Great video again Mat. The Katy Trail looks amazing. Dang, I can't wait to see the video with Indiana!

  • @benarrowsmith1213
    @benarrowsmith1213 Місяць тому +1

    Hey Matt. I was beginning to worry there, with no new video. But hey presto, you and Ross delivered. Another good one, a funny interlude about your memory and the source of the Missouri River. It warms the cockles of our heats to see the kindness of strangers on this channel. Looking forward to your next instalment. Also happy belated birthday wishes to you. Hopefully you will be planning for another great adventure soon? Oh. The shots of the ear and legs worked. What a cameraman.

  • @aliciageth8033
    @aliciageth8033 Місяць тому +1

    Happy Birthday! I am so loving this trip

  • @janeencobb784
    @janeencobb784 Місяць тому +1

    Happy Birthday Mat 🎉 I am starting to get sad that this adventure is coming to a close. Though I am certain some sleep in your own bed will feel delightful!

  • @bobnorton1838
    @bobnorton1838 Місяць тому +1

    Glad you enjoyed the Katy. I have done the complete trip once and ride it regularly around the St Charles area. Thanks Mat the great videos, and good luck on the rest of your trip.

  • @crystalbiggs2040
    @crystalbiggs2040 Місяць тому +1

    Another great video, looking forward to the next one 👍🏼 Happy birthday Mat 🥳

  • @gregrogers1112
    @gregrogers1112 Місяць тому +1

    Hi Mat, love the video. So very inspiring. It’s making me want to get back in the saddle and plan a mini epic for my 50th, maybe not quite on your level though!!!
    Keep up the great videos and stay safe on the trails

  • @Walk-retirement-travel
    @Walk-retirement-travel Місяць тому +1

    Wow I was hoping you would take that Katy trail. That's going to be a relaxing ride.

  • @donfoley5780
    @donfoley5780 Місяць тому +1

    Glad your back, Happy birthday 🎉 Hope you have a great day .

  • @KerboOnYT
    @KerboOnYT Місяць тому +1

    This was a random UA-cam recommendation, and I enjoyed it. I'm a native Missourian, and it was neat seeing your perspective. Safe travels!

  • @AHURKY
    @AHURKY Місяць тому +1

    Texas Hill country was like that. Up, down, up down for miles on end. And it rained every day. Infact a few people we met said thank you to us for bringing the rain after 18 months of drought! Texas was a struggle. You will always have one particular state you will remmber fondly and others not so keen. But everyday brings wonders, joy and serendipity if you are open to experiencing the simple pleasure of cycling. Enjoy!

  • @royunderwood7514
    @royunderwood7514 Місяць тому +1

    Really great video series. Definitely enjoying following along.

  • @tonyalewis9053
    @tonyalewis9053 Місяць тому +2

    I live in SW Missouri in the Ozark Hills; it’s scenic but harder to cycle. I visited Wales in 2018, it’s a lovely Country. My Father’s family came over a couple of generations ago. Hard to tell from where in Wales since they entered illegally from Canada. It was common then. Cheers!

  • @tomberinger1730
    @tomberinger1730 Місяць тому +3

    Hi Matt. Thanks for your videos. Happy to help you transition/pack your bike for shipment and get you to the airport. I’m a fellow cyclist and planning on re-riding the C&O trail soon.
    Happy to help!
    Tom

    • @matryderadventures
      @matryderadventures  Місяць тому

      Hi Tom. That's great thanks. I think I have a bike box sorted but would love some help getting to the airport. Maybe you could email me at matryder2@gmail.com
      We can work something out.

  • @davidjfife
    @davidjfife Місяць тому +1

    Another excellent video Matt. So many kind people, nice to see that. Hoping for continued safe travels.

  • @leebaguley5344
    @leebaguley5344 Місяць тому +1

    Hope you had a SUPER Birthday Mat. Great episode. The Katy Trail looks amazing. We have sections of Rail Trail here on Cape Cod and it reminds me of that kind of riding. Matt from Sale is a legend. Glad you bumped into a Northerner like me. Would kill for a pack of HobNobs after 20 years living over here. Hahaha. Awesome that you were getting spoiled in this episode. You deserve it. Till the next time.. Lee

  • @johnvine5731
    @johnvine5731 Місяць тому

    Awesome. I've had my fix for the week. It does not get much better than this.
    Joining up with the cyclists is just incredible stuff.
    Thanks Mat and Ross and the good lady who's name escapes me.

  • @coraltaylor300
    @coraltaylor300 Місяць тому

    Hi Matt from rainy Capel st mary Suffolk . Were really enjoying your travels and looking forward to the next episode as were all caught up , good luck 👍🏼👍🏼

    • @matryderadventures
      @matryderadventures  Місяць тому +1

      Hi. Bad luck with the rain. I've heard that the weather's not been great back home. Cheers

  • @darrengregg8777
    @darrengregg8777 Місяць тому +1

    Another great vid, those trails and cafe stops just look so amazing.

  • @parduez
    @parduez Місяць тому +2

    Awesome work on the edit Ross. Love the flashback with sound effects (bet that took some time to find) and the flash forward. Bro. I can’t get over how many folks are coming to meet you. What lovely people. Can I just check if you like the Katy trail and riding over bridges? You’ve perked right up on this section.

    • @matryderadventures
      @matryderadventures  Місяць тому

      Hi Steph. I think I might have overstated how much I love the Katy Trail 🤣, and bridges 🤣. See you soon.

  • @ronniebiggs4026
    @ronniebiggs4026 Місяць тому +1

    Just finished this video dude and I have to say you’re looking a lot more perky than of late so your new friends are definitely having an influence on the feel good factor.I think doing the miles on the trail against being battered up hills on the freeways also helps so great to see another great video and of course looking for your next instalment 👌🎥🚴‍♂️🇬🇧🇬🇧

  • @midbikecrisis
    @midbikecrisis Місяць тому +2

    Great video Mat, great meeting you and riding for the day.

    • @matryderadventures
      @matryderadventures  Місяць тому

      It was awesome meeting you and your kids. You made my day 👍👍

  • @djpablo73
    @djpablo73 Місяць тому +2

    'Liking' before it starts so that I don't forget and then youtube takes me off down a rabbithole. #protip

  • @timparsons2741
    @timparsons2741 Місяць тому +1

    HAPPY BIRTHDAY !

  • @tonysanford7540
    @tonysanford7540 Місяць тому +1

    Great video! Kudos to your video editor, really well put together.

  • @petechadwick6261
    @petechadwick6261 Місяць тому +1

    Awesome Dude, loving it keep on keeping on!

  • @Wheresdools
    @Wheresdools Місяць тому +1

    Happy Birthday dude 🎉🎉🎉. Flights are stressful with a bike😬. Another great video 😀😀😀

  • @jonathanrhodes8200
    @jonathanrhodes8200 Місяць тому +5

    The fella from Manchester, who has his dealers for English imports! What a legend!

    • @midbikecrisis
      @midbikecrisis Місяць тому +2

      Ha! Dealer….. sorted, mad for it. It was a great time riding with Mat for a morning

  • @hcgill8
    @hcgill8 Місяць тому +1

    Happy Birthday! 🎉

  • @frankducett9
    @frankducett9 Місяць тому +5

    Missouri doesn't have snow covered peaks or a Grand Canyon, but the people certainly make up for it.

  • @phillane3581
    @phillane3581 Місяць тому +1

    Hi Mathew love the videos. You don't seem to be cooking this trip. No hot coffee on your stove in the morning. Love all the drone footage. Hopefully see you soon. X

    • @matryderadventures
      @matryderadventures  Місяць тому

      Hi Phil. I have gas again. I'll be having coffee in the morning.