Personally, I think the difference between bikepacking and touring is a matter of off trail vs. on a road (or paved trail). Bikepackers carry their gear in packs that are designed to be "in-line" with the width of a bike. They can't afford to have packs hanging off either side of he bike and getting caught up on twigs, branches, briers, etc. Tourists are on roads....so they can make use of panniers.
Great video! I grew up in Maryville (I'm 57 now). My old junior high school football coach is now in the government of Blount County and I sent this video to him and asked him to look into the complaints you had regarding the Greenway. He responded a few weeks later saying "working on this ".
Wow I have been social profiled by Joyful Trails….. how did you know. Yes we are an E-BIKE couple with Bluetooth and comm’s, we explore, we cycle for exercise and recreation, and occasionally Go Hard. We are definitely on your Left. Butt don’t worry the fashion police won’t let us wear Spandex! Don’t worry about a helmet it might be too late for you. Now
Thanks for filming it. All desired info is in the narrative. It's the trail I ride the most in Charlotte, and there are a lot of trails in Charlotte. My best friend is an economist living in Charlotte, also a bike rider, so I visit him often, and ride all the trails I can find. This one is my favorite.
I like the bike trails mostly to myself, therefore I ride the city trails on the weekdays and the country trails on the weekends and holidays. This way the ride is always fun and natural. I also report fallen trees to the park rangers and crews, so they can be cleaned up quickly and keep the trails cleared.
Wearing the "biking costume" has kept me from buying a bicycle for doing recreational cycling To me it looks ridiculous and pretentious As a native Tennessean Al Gore Jr. turned out so disappointing as a Senator. He is now in California where is a better fit. He has none of the common man sensibilities that Albert Gore senior had.
Could you explain what you mean by calling Winthrop ia woke indoctrination center? We’ve liked the videos we’ve seen so far, but my wife was a little turned off by that.
There's a cyclist in Colorado that is a far left guy...I don't agree with his politics AT ALL but I can still enjoy his videos. In fact, he was a major inspiration for me deciding to do this. So hopefully you guys can overlook... "Woke indoctrination center" is my nickname for pretty much all colleges and universities. Even the very liberal Bill Maher admits that academia is so far left these days that parents would be shocked to know what their kids are actually being taught at these places. There are a few schools that are conservative (like Hillsdale and Liberty) and a handful that play it right down the middle...but very few. I always go on the school's website and have a look around before I give them the WIC label. Usually within 3 or 4 clicks it's confirmed. But hey...I try not to major on anything political on this channel. At the most, there will be a snide or sarcastic passing remark now and then.
Hey Scott, it was nice meeting you the other day out on the orange spur in Greenville.I wanted you to know that my wife and I are the E-bike couple you talked about. Matching bikes, (sometimes we ride other ones) helmets that we talk to each other on. Yes, you got us pegged. Ha ha. Hope to see you again sometime. I feel strange knowing how correct you are.😊
@@bonniebidwell6877 😂🤣😂… hey, I haven’t given up on my dream of being in one of those eBiking couples. I’m working on it! 😂 Very nice to meet you guys.
I’m 76 and ride amongst traffic when not on greenways and trails. Being seen is important to me, so I do wear a bright bike shirt with 3 back pockets I utilize, and blinking lights front and rear. I do have a bike computer because I try to ride a minimum of 16 miles and 25 max. This video, like all, was very entertaining.
Funny when I call out "on you're left" a lot of them move to the left or just forget what's left and right. Having a car is great, but not every outing requires a motor vehicle. Saving gas for weekend destinations. No earbuds. Just enjoy the nuance that most people miss because they're in their death-mobile. I ride because I enjoy it, and because I'm not in a hurry to get old. My Dad used to bike everywhere. He inspired me, but missed the mark with my siblings. He kinda gave up on being healthy and now instead of enjoying his hard earned retirement he's dealing with weight related health issues. I don't want that for myself. I'm not a super athlete, but I'm mindful of my health. Biking helps me unplug and overcome various obstacles. As far as clothing I wear what's comfortable and functional. K.I.S.S.
Ummm. We are an e-biking couple “of a certain age.” My bike is white. His black. We banter and just got headsets to banter even better while riding. 😂😂😂 nailed that description.
I agree with everything you said, I too am a gravel rider, preferring the solitude of an off road trail. I must comment on two of your observations. I too have noticed the E-biking couples, a recent encounter had a pair just like you described but with the addition of safari jackets festooned with whistles, compasses, and InReach Sat rescue devices. The sad part is they were going so fast the beautiful countryside must have been a blur to them. 2nd, my wife has a standing order that if she ever sees me in rubber pants, rainbow shirt and head stuffed in a bowling ball…….to just shoot me!
@7:43 - I love Ebiking couples. They have so many adventures to talk about. You can always meet them at a Bike trail Gazebo eating SUBWAY Sandwiches and Trail mix that they are very willing to share.
First When Im riding on bike Paths I do care for small children and olderly people and its a shame to see those Cyclist race through 20 to 30m in those narrow bike paths most of them are the Typical familiar wearying those dozens decals like they cycling in Tour de France. There is places you can race than on Mamas & Pops Bike paths! In many cases its hard to Fight with those comparative LARGE EGOS! The rest is fine!
I enjoyed the change of pace with this video. I would be good with more content like this, not just the trail reviews. You are just really enjoyable to watch.
