Reuniting with an Old Friend & Tackling the Great Allegheny Passage | TransAm Adventure Ep.13 

What a pleasure it was riding with you! Thanks for the shoutout to my channel. For anyone wondering, Mat is the real deal, what you see is what you get. Absolutely wonderful guy.

Your videos should be declared of national interest : kindness, humor, food, camaraderie and cycling... basically, the perfect recipe for world peace. What more could you ask for ?

Superb post, loving Bills place, very cool, beautiful work. You met some cracking folks again, lovely spirits, ultra positive, fantastic. John best of luck with your channel and cause. Mat you are hugely on the up when you have company, it lifts your vibe noticeably, great progress from you again, eating the miles, eating the pizza, supping the beer, love it. The drone work is amazing, it looks as though you have a bespoke film crew following you, genuinely great perspective Mat. To all who read thumbs up, thanks to Ross for his editing prowess, safe travels mate, happy biking.

Great to see Bill! I was expecting to see a hammock hanging in his beautiful little house.

We had to wait for 24hours to watch this download. Life gets in the way Mat Ryder and Ross. However, it was worth the wait. It’s like an injection of beautiful scenery, including the main cast ,warmth and humanity that comes into our life every week. Michelle, my wife said, when she’s better she’s getting back on her bike because of Mat. Keep the great content coming and inspiring people like Michelle. 👍🏻🚴😀✅

Bill. Amazingly beautiful place. And so cool that you and your Dad built it together. ❤️

My wife and I continue to enjoy your videos. You've inspired us to get out our bikes these last few weeks. Both rides have been about 20 miles on our local Electric Trail near Albany, NY. They are recorded on Strava. Your eagerness and joy to meet others on the trail is refreshing. A number of years ago when Carrot Quinn was hiking the PCT she was horrified when some people following her hike found her in the woods.😮 We will be in England in January visiting my wife's Aunt before heading to Amsterdam for a Viking River cruise down the Rhine. My wife's aunt lives in Swaffham. I see you spent a few days in Manhattan. Hope you got to do some sightseeing. Thanks for your enjoyable videos and maybe some day we can buy you a beer!

Wow, what an amazing place Bill has! Absolutely stunning. And so great all those kind, warm, hospitable, generous people you meet. You look so much happier than a couple of videos ago. Great to see. Have fun with the last part! 🙏🏼

I've really enjoyed your channel so much since finding it last year. Although I thought your ride on the GDMBR was more scenic and adventurous, this trip really restored my faith in the people of America - the generosity and kindness shown to you along the way was amazing and heartwarming. Bill's place was a real highlight as well - what an awesome house and piece of land! Safe travels on the rest of your journey!

What a beautiful home and setting Bill has. What a privilege to see it in this way. Thank you. I continue to love for videos.

Awesome seeing another CO-Motion Cycles tandem. We sure love riding our tandems with our two boys. Another great video. Safe travels.

Love the kindness of people!

Matt, I live in Columbus and I’m just getting into cycling. Your videos have inspired me to take advantage of the trails. I appreciate your content!!

Great to see Bill on the channel again 😎

God there are some amazingly trails in the US. Another classic video Mat. I am not sure what we will do when you have complete this adventure.

I like bridges and tunnels, too. Never enough of those! Thank you again for the experience! It takes my mind off daily problems and slows down the pace of my life. One should appreciate simple pleasures and peoples' company more often.

Mat, you are such a genuine and generous person. I believe I can speak for all Americans when I say that you are welcome to come back any time. I hope that you do. Good luck and enjoy the rest of your journey.

Well Matt, I hope when you get home, you can tell everyone, those Yankee’s aren’t so bad.😂 we’re not as crazy as the news media makes us out to be. I so glad, you got to experience Midwest hospitality. I’ve sure enjoyed watching your videos.

I’m going to hate to see this video series end, so great seeing everyone come out to meet you. Thanks for all the great content. Cheers 🍺

Keep up that work on suicide prevention! 34y retired Policeman here. Saw way way too many! 5 attempts in one day, 1 successful! I felt I only said the right things a handful of times! Thanks to your riding companion! Enjoyed this video!!! All of it! Take care!!!

Another great video! Mat obviously attracts the most warm and generous people, and I’m so glad the rest of us got to meet them as well. Please yes, do the Arizona Trail!👍

Love Tuesday, it's Mat video day!!

Absolutely amazing all the people that come out to meet you and or resupply you with beer and candy , that's so awesome .

These always bring a smile. Cheers Mat, and Bill! And Ross for all of the great editing!

Great video! Awesome trails and cool towns. I’m definitely going to explore the eastern part of the country someday. Bill’s place was amazing! I’m a “stack the wood neatly” person as well! I can tell his attention to detail is perfect. The drone footage showed acres and acres of pride and hard work! Well done Bill! Keep riding safe Mat!

Mat as always thank you for taking us with you on your adventures. Was great to see your support from your fans and your candid conversations. Safe travels sir and eagerly waiting for your next video.

Glad you met up with Bill, what a great guy. I feel like watching your videos I'm actually living the experiences!

As the Beatles once said, the love you take is equal to the love you make.

Can’t fault the yanks, really nice people. Kind generous down to earth

Congrats on another fantastic episode Mat! I recently returned to NC after riding the GAP trail for six days (Oct 8 - 13). Rode for three days in each direction between Cumberland, MD < - > Pittsburgh, PA. The foliage & scenery were splendid and appeared to be only a bit shy of peak. I'm still a bike touring and bikepacking novice but my 52 cm 2022 Kona Sutra performed flawlessly and I thoroughly enjoyed all three hundred miles of the Trek which obviously pale in comparion to your cross country journey. I stayed in two Marriott hotels, one B&B, & one motel and also camped outside a couple nights at the hiker - biker campgrounds (in Bottomround & Connelsville). Met a lot of great people along the way. So sorry that I thought you were several days farther along down the road as I didn't realize you'd stayed at your friends place in Ohio for several days. Would have liked to rode together on the GAP but next time! I ordered the 700 x 55 Portland Design Metal Fenders and the Schwalbe Marathon Almotion tires you recommend. Also picked up some leather treatment creme to help break-in my Brooks B17 saddle. Do you remember what width tires you ordered on the Almotions? ~ Here are some details on the Velocity Aero alloy wheelset that I checked into as a potential upgrade from the stock WTB wheelset. The Velocity website provides more details & they respond to customer service inquires by e-mail in case for any future questions you may have: www.velocityusa.com/ ~ I'm still on the fence whether I'll replace the stock WTB wheelset on my Kona Sutra. The Velocity Aero wheelset is the latest generation of their touring wheels & the previous generation was the Aileron model. The Velocity Aero wheelset runs $758 plus shipping for the entire wheelset built up and ready to ride after tire, cassette, and brake rotor install, none of which they supply. ~ They used the information on the hub spacing that I gave them for the 2022 Kona Sutra which will require their standard ATB disc hubs. They use sealed cartridge bearings and have a steel freehub body and axle. The hubs use 6 bolt disc mounts, so depends what your current rotors mounting interface is. ~ There is no choice for alloys within certain models. The latest Aero model uses alloy 6069, and the previous touring model the Aileron used 6061. ~ They can tape the rims and install valves for an additional cost, and the spokes they use on the clydesdale builds are Sapim Force, which are a double butted spoke with a larger/stronger section at the j-bend. They support up to 40 spokes on the front & back wheel. ~ They can also use the more rigourous nipple washers for an additional $.30/spoke if you request, but at my weight (175 lbs) and bike load (32 lbs bike plus 35 lbs of touring bags I'm typically carrying) they don't think they are necessary. Hope this helps and safe travels as always Mat!

Thank you and thank Bill awesome video. Bill has a beautiful place. Hard to leave and a joy to come back to

Wow ! Bill's property looks Amazing !!!!

Hi Mat, You truly are a people person. Loved this video and was sad that it was over.

Wonderful countryside and marvellous trails, not forgetting great little towns, bye to John, a well deserved rest with Bill so kind, nice chat with Tom, hello Bob and Maggie, wow Pitsburge, welldone Mark hello Kate, more bridges and thanks for sharing Mat great video as ever 👏👋

I know your home , safe & sound , just want to say thank you Matt , for allowing us to follow along . You are inspiring !

This is my fav so far Matt. I loved seeing Bills place. Thanks to both of you for sharing. In addition to my own bicycle touring I’m now inspired to ponder hiking the AT. I love being outdoors after spending so much time behind a computer screen writing code, etc. love what you do 💙

That's some fabulous morning hair at the beginning Mat, haha. Great to see Bill!

I had a ropey couple of days and this film really cheered me up. Amazing generosity from our US cousins.

You are the perfect social butterfly. I love it. What interesting things you find to film and with some great people too. I bet the future videos are equally as fun to follow. Great work 👍 keep them coming.

I love a good bridge as well! And those tunnels are way cool! Keep filming! And good for you, Mark! Keep on riding, man!

Wow, thanks for the memories! When I rode the Northern Tier across I veered down through northern Ohio for a family reunion, when I got back on route I picked up the Panhandle and Connocton Trails in WVA and PA. Then picked up the GAP/C&O in Pittsburgh toward DC. Spent a night in Steubenville, PA. The trails are beautiful in that area.

Excellent video!

Just as I got around to sitting down and watching this, fedex dropped off my new velo orange crazy bars. Good day so far lol

Theres "Ride to Eat" and "Eat to Ride" ... and Mat ... you are definitely, "Ride to Eat"!! John was wonderful and very well spoken. What a pleasure to meet and ride with him. Best wishes ... please come back next year.

Yes on the Arizona trail !

I should have just blown off work completely and kept riding from Illinois with you..... great views. super drone shots as well.

Another great video! What will I do when your journey finishes?……..I know, watch it all again😊

The gap is such a great trail. Great Video

Bill seems like such a kind, and happy guy!

It’s been great to see the rail trails - and the scenery. Ohio is kind of under-rated: I’ve only ever crossed the state on the interstate/turnpike. So glad you had the chance to spend time with such amazing people. Camerawork really awesome. Take care

Nice one Mat ,really enjoying the scenery in last couple of videos ,real pritty and green!Had a hard day at work and video really cheered me up ,already looking forward to next one!

I am planning the GDMBR next year and would love to get in touch with John. I will be 63 and retired. Love the videos.

It's amazing the milage you put in every day. I've ridden most of the trails you had in the video, but not the distances.

You have ridden with the saviour of the planet. John Connor

Yet another great vlog. Kudos to all your friends, wonderful people. You all should all give yourselves a good pat on the back.

Hello Matt, you are getting closer to your finish line in the next few days unless there will be more of those interesting off days that so far has given you a great restful time on the trail. I have to say your videos are very addictive because they have a lot of varied experiences that makes many people happy, what an adventure. Cheers again from Oregon.

Thanks for doing the video. I am riding Pittsburgh to DC. I must be just a few days behind. I will make Cumberland tomorrow 10/16. I did the same on the GDMBR last year for 700 miles. Love how fast you get your videos out.

Heck yah Mat! Great to see another episode.

Still resisting watching these until I get into the long winter turbo sessions but it’s getting hard to resist!

Impressive stuff mate your close to finishing yet another of the worlds epic rides ....you'll be back in Blighty before you know it Mat.

I started salivating at the seafood sampler and didn't get any further across the menu! 🤤

"I love a bridge, what can I say" sounded like Nessa from Gavin and Stacey

Great vid Mat.. nice to see you hooked up with John and Bill.. Bills place was amazing wow 😊 awesome how your editing and putting these vids out dude while on the road.. glad I stumbled on your channel take care on the road buddy 😊 Pete 🚴🏻👍

Thanks for replying Mat.Now looking forward to your next adventure. Ted

Great video, nice to revisit the GAP trail- I stayed in that same shelter and that hostel when I rode it this summer!

Mat, I think your discombobulation comes from staying with so many people. you have lost your foraging skills. Another great video, glad you made it home safe. Cheers.

I stopped at Walden’s for breakfast on a tour from DC to Indiana in 2005. They gave me the meal for free! And it was delicious. As you might say, the food was awesome!

Marvelous film as ever.

ROLL ON 🚴🚴

Hi Mat been following you all the way and now hating knowing you are nearing the end. You must be famous now as I was watching Mike Coles on here who is in NSW Australia and he is watching you on tv. Can I give a shout also to Flyscout Ryder Diego is the American version of you and like yourself seems a nice fella. Loved that tandem colour scheme and you really have met some smashing people on this trip. Its also interesting to see so many American's riding drop bar bikes as apart from here in the UK Europeans prefer straight bars. In fact I am going to build one this Winter. Any regrets on not taking the pinion bike ! Stay safe out there Ted

Welcome to Maryland, my home state.

Yes, rainy day. Some skin on leg and elbow healed nicely. Mentally scary. The driver was a retired PA State Trooper.

I'm starting my own cross-country e-trike trip in January, from Key West to Cape Flattery. I've been watching your videos and was inspired to make it happen. Question: What is the best method of communicating near-live with strangers? Do you first talk with people on other platforms, and then exchange more personal info via texts? Part of the excitement of traveling is meeting new people. But we all have to keep safety in mind. Thanks in advance. Cheers 🍻

Great video Mat. I’ll be going this route next year. Hope I can bump into the same wonderful folk you have!

I was tracking you through OH, hoping to catch up with you on the Montour Trail as you passed within a mile of my home. I ride that trail all the time. You had those couple of days off, and I got busy and missed you. I was very disappointed., but I’m glad you had such a good trip through my home territory! I have really enjoyed this series and am inspired. Thanks for sharing!

Great video.

Brilliant idea forfeiting your own kofi for this video, I’ve just donated to Team Cont;nue, amazing worthwhile cause 👍

Loved seeing Bill again. Does he have a social media presence? He seems so knowledgeable and I’d love to learn from him.

I had a custom topping pizza from a Grocery store in Las Vegas called, "Winco" over a week ago: $11.98 for a large unbaked pizza which had the following toppings: 1) Sliced black Olives 2) Green Bell Peppers 3) Sausage 4) Tomatoes and 5) Spinach. I haven't had a pizza for over two years!!! It was really good. The Cashier also said; "That pizza looks really yummy".

Bills Place on the C and O is must stop, 15 mile creek. Doing great!

Was that John Connor from Terminator?? He sure changed... 😅 Nah, he seems like a wonderful guy and it seems the John Connors of the world are set to do nice things for something bigger than themselves. The importance of the foundation he represents can't be exaggerated. Suicide is a long term solution to a short term problem so we need to reach out to as many as we can to counter the sad statistics and help people get their lives back on track. On food, I thought you'd go for the Smothered Chicken 😋 I'm that guy 😅 Bill, though, what a guy. He reminds me alot about a colleague of mine. Both from what we see of his personality but also in terms of looks. Same build and the same cool beard. Wish I could have that without looking like a homeless guy 😋 This has been an incredible jurney to tag along on. I travel through your lens, Mat, and I'm so greatful for what you're doing and the places you bring us to. And those closest to you who stand behind you that help making what you do possible. Thank you to each one of you aswell, you're awesome too :-) You're a true inspiration, Mat, and since I discovered your channel about a year ago, you have grown to be my favorite youtuber/bikepacker/hiker. I guess I'm drawn in by your calm and kind demener, your warm and sometimes subtle sense of humor, and in general your gentle approach to life and your zest for the outdoors. Killer combo 🙂 Since you're home by now, please put your feet up for a couple of days and have a Guinnes. Just one. Or 3 1/2 😅 Nothing is like splitting a few G's 🙂 Cheers Mat, and CHAPEAU!!

And just like that, Mat solved Bigfoot. Thanks, Mat.

I'm going to be sad to see this ride ending. Totally enjoy every video. Each one is a great feel good journey. Just what we need now with all this election drama happening

AZ Trail...oh my gosh. I'm not ready for that, but being in AZ I'll provide some serious trail magic. How do I (we) stay in the know? It's a tough trail, from what I hear. Lots of hike a bike..

Met you in Harpers Ferry. You were meeting a friend in DC. Strangely, in this video you’re riding north. I was hit by a car in Frostburg riding to motel.

Sour patch kid, and a PayDay.....👍

Have you finished your ride? Checked out your Garmin thingy; fnshed n Oct 8?.

Dude, you look scruffy in that opening scene 😅. I am totally enjoying your adventures, keep going strong 🚴

Loving your videos, mate. Just wondering if there are any visa constraints for you being in the US… (90days?). I am planning to do this trip next year ( German national). I’d need to check on US immigration rules, I guess. Ride on and enjoy the local IPAs, big guy!!!

movie jack reacher tom cruise was filmed in that pittsburgh neighborhood where Sandy lived

Was looking for you Matt but I missed you.😊

I can't believe u met John Connor. Who's next? Sarah😝

John Connor!!!!! From the future?! Be careful Mat, he brings the terminators!

Did you get a bike fitting before starting this adventure? Thanks!

Im going to go on a big ride im going to ride from Oregon to Key west leaving in one week

you can catch the Concorde at JFK back to London Heathrow flight 7 8am on Oct 27th Terminal 4 on BA

poor guys hangin his head at end of bridge lolol

Spoiler alert. I know what's coming, Mat. Rain, Rain, Rain. Things should look familiar to me in the next video.

Mat, this is Chris of PNW Bikepacking, riding the Arizona 800. It looks brutal to me: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-TmCFWgXxSmY.html

Sounds like you got a Bristol accent