Cycling The Ohio River Scenic Byway

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Follow along on the 3rd stage of my 2021 bike touring expedition. On this trip I'm following the Ohio River Scenic Byway from Pittsburgh, PA to my home in southern Illinois. It took me 12 days to cover the 775 miles along the Ohio River. There's plenty of industry along the river as well as lots of historic pretty little river towns waiting to be explored. Mix that in with stretches of awesome roadway in the Ohio Valley to make for an epic bike touring adventure. From Pittsburgh, I took the Montour trail and clipped the panhandle of West Virginia on the Panhandle trail. From Wheeling, WV I followed the Ohio River through Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana and Illinois.
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@davidcawthorne7115 11 күн бұрын

Paul is a genius. But does not even know it. Just some of the best biking videography ever. Plus his fabulous maps. Great music. Superb commentary. No wasted words. 🙃

@katsujinkin60 2 ай бұрын

You are the real deal! I just watched a video in which the bikes were driven to the trail, the riders ate every meal in restaurants, and stayed in motels every night. There was nothing on their bikes but a water bottle, and a small rack bag. WOW! It must be nice, but it's not what I call bike packing or touring. To each his own! Personally , I can't afford it. I'm 72 years old, on a very modest fixed income. I have an artificial hip and knee, and no automobile. I do hard core bike touring, like you, and I thank you for the inspiration, and all the great tips. I'm getting ready for a 250 mile trip from Columbus to Cincinatti AND BACK! Keep up the good work. Be Well, my friend, and Prosper!

@paulsuchecki3985 Ай бұрын

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Hope to see you down the road. Stay safe and ride on!

@jonbock4853 2 жыл бұрын

I think everything about this is remarkable. The whole ride. The video. The editing. I think this is your best one. As someone who has only made it to 50 miles once, I'm in awe of your long rides.

@paulsuchecki3985 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and leaving the nice comment. I'm still an amateur, but it's a fun hobby and I'm glad you think they're getting better. I think they're getting better too. A half century ride is still a pretty good haul. Just think of it as a whole bunch of half centuries, one after another, after another. Thanks again!!😁

@tomwallace2112 Жыл бұрын

Paul this is Tom Wallace I commeted eariler that I was following your roi/e we left Pittsburgh 17 days ago and we reached the Mississippi River at Wicklifft Ky on day 13. We then took your advice and ended our bike ride at home on day 17. Your video was invaluable to us on this ride . I wat hed it each day. Our ride when complete was 1265 miles.

@paulsuchecki3985 Жыл бұрын

Sorry about the slow response. Been out biking. Sounds like a great trip. I love the Ohio Valley (minus all of the industry). Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Hope to see you down the road. Stay safe and ride on!

@jaman5735 2 жыл бұрын

really enjoyed your adventure!!! 57 year old army vet livin here in germany since 1986, and love seein views of the countryside. grew up in moundsville wv on the ohio river. was blessed growing up there and enjoying fishing and the outdoors. i miss that from time to time. but its nice to watch your videos, and i thank you for that. God bless.

@paulsuchecki3985 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! The Ohio is one of my favorite rivers. It's not just scenic, there's alot of cool history along the river. When I retire and can't ride anymore think I'm going fishing. Thanks again and thank you for your service. God bless you too.

@Mattthewanderer 2 жыл бұрын

This is the purpose of KZfaq. Videos like these are real gems

@paulsuchecki3985 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!! 😎

@urbansafari147 2 жыл бұрын

love from the UK..i love your films and its inspiring as I'm 53 and I'm big too.

@paulsuchecki3985 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. Keep on pedaling!

@karenkostecki5552 2 жыл бұрын

I found your channel through Kentucky Cycling channel. Your tours are very inspiring. You are relatable & do a great job of making the videos interesting & motivating. Stay safe!

@paulsuchecki3985 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! Nathan from Kentucky Cycling is a great guy and I was flattered that he would have me on his podcast. Fun! Thanks again and Ride On!

@bigmac3006 Жыл бұрын

And thank you for documenting your ride so I could enjoy it!!

@paulsuchecki3985 Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Stay safe out there and ride on!!

@IamTheFilmIndustry 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers from a cyclist from Berlin , Germany. Your videos are great.

@paulsuchecki3985 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you like them. Thanks for watching! Greetings from the USA.

@jetsmon3367 2 жыл бұрын

Love these vids. Fantastic ride, thank you for taking us along brother. Stay safe out there and ride on!

@paulsuchecki3985 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! Hope to see you down the road.

@MrEStreaming 4 ай бұрын

I love this! My adventures have me paddling a good stretch of the OHIO between Portsmouth and Meldahl Dams and am very excited for this seasons discoveries. Thank you for sharing! Well done.

@paulsuchecki3985 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it! I love the Ohio Valley. Stay safe and ride on!!

@Toadmeister894 2 жыл бұрын

Paul's videos are some of my favorite bike touring videos. Plain spoken, optimistic, practical and fun.

@paulsuchecki3985 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it! 😎

@verlinrice9955 2 жыл бұрын

Oh yeah, I enjoyed the bike ride with you... but I was sitting on my couch 😁

@paulsuchecki3985 2 жыл бұрын

I enjoyed riding it and I'm glad you enjoyed watching it. Thanks! 😎

@michaeltattershall4387 2 жыл бұрын

I enjoy the music in your bike touring videos'. It seems to reflect the geography / culture and climate of the route you are biking .

@paulsuchecki3985 2 жыл бұрын

Cool, thanks! I appreciate it. The music is half the video. Thanks again.

@danoqamyasharahla6544 6 ай бұрын

Greatly shot video, people always talk about Ohio being flat and boring, I always say, "WTF are you talking about, you must have never been to the Appalachian region of Ohio which is like half of the State". I say, Ohio is a great state and has just as much to do as other states. I tell them if you love nature Ohio has hundreds miles of Trails, thousands of parks, we great restaurants, Amusement parks, beaches on the Great Lake, we have skiing etc. We may not have the biggest Mountains/hills but they are enough for Hikers and Skiing.

@paulsuchecki3985 5 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Ohio is a great state for biking. Lots of bike trails. Lots of cool stuff to see. Hope to see you down the road. Stay safe and ride on!!

@ridetillidie8090 2 жыл бұрын

Never fails: I'm already grinning even before I hear the "Now go ride your bike!" Great video! I'm a North Coast Buckeye but now I'm putting this trail on my list!

@paulsuchecki3985 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! Ohio has some great riding opportunities. I love the Ohio Valley. Ride On!

@convictdownunder-7335 Жыл бұрын

Hey Paul, love ya riding stories and ya voice. Sitting back and watching your shows have been not just enjoyable, but also addictive. Ya “go ride your bike” also has rekindled my interest of riding. I have now swung into action, started fixing up my commuter bike and getting various accessories, hopefully I will be hitting the road soon for short trips. Cheers mate, go ride your bike :-)

@paulsuchecki3985 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Sounds like a plan. Stay safe out there and ride on!!

@charlieneibel400 Жыл бұрын

I love your videos and the fact that you are a teacher. I just finished my first year as a fourth grade self-contained teacher. What a great way to spend summers.

@paulsuchecki3985 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. I love being a teacher. The time off in the summer is also great. I retired this year, after 34 years. Now I want to become a full time adventuerer. Thanks again. Hope to see you down the road. Stay safe and ride on!

@akalak101 2 жыл бұрын

Very enjoyable, beautiful scenery, like riding around by myself.

@paulsuchecki3985 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! I really appreciate it. Ride on.

@joeljones4080 2 жыл бұрын

Good trip. Thanks for sharing.

@paulsuchecki3985 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching.

@jasonlewis9535 9 ай бұрын

Great video! Appreciate you sharing your journey with us and inspiring us to get out there on our bikes. Thank you!

@paulsuchecki3985 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Hope to see you down the trail. Ride on!

@Mike-vd2qt Жыл бұрын

Great video, thanks! I cycled my version of the ACA Northern Tier and wound up on the Panhandle and Montour as I headed to PGH from Ohio. Stopped in OH for a family reunion, decided to skip New England, and took the GAP/C&O into DC. Finishing a long tour with several hundred miles off road on trails was perfect. I love bike touring, but seeing those shoulders with rumble strips along the edge reminded me of the miles I have walked when tractor trailers and heavy traffic in both directions created too much stress. Rail and canal trails are American gems, wish we had more of them.

@paulsuchecki3985 11 ай бұрын

Sounds like a great trip! Thanks for watching, I really appreciate it. Hope to see you on the trail. Stay safe and ride on!!

@guyhigginbotham Жыл бұрын

Great video I started riding my bike I got from walmart one year ago. I had two strokes from high blood sugar. The bike changed my life I went from 260lbs to 200lbs blood sugar is normal and I feel like a new man. I've always thought about bike touring and your videos encourage me to start. The scenery in your videos are awesome. Maybe one day I'll see you out there be safe and thanks for the info

@paulsuchecki3985 Жыл бұрын

I also like cycling for the exercise. Heart disease runs in my family, so I'm trying to put the odds more in my favor. Thanks for watching, I really appreciate it. Hope to see you down the road. Stay safe and ride on!! 😎

@davidp7414 2 жыл бұрын

Epic, thank you

@paulsuchecki3985 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!😁

@GMnstr12 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! - Rhode Island

@paulsuchecki3985 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!!!

@billysbikesbrews7183 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Paul.. Looks like you had a Great Summer.. Thank you for Sharing... Pedal On !! Billy Bikes...

@paulsuchecki3985 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks again for watching! Spending the summer traveling on bike is a great way to see the country. Hope to see you on the road!!

@billysbikesbrews7183 2 жыл бұрын

@@paulsuchecki3985 That would be very cool.. I’ll hit you up next spring 🚴‍♂️😎☕️

@SurferJoe71 2 жыл бұрын

Wish I knew you were in town 😎🤙🇺🇸 Cheers 🍻

@paulsuchecki3985 2 жыл бұрын

😁 Thanks. Next time. If your in southern Illinois look me up. We're just down river about 700 miles.👍

@najarvis 2 жыл бұрын

I'm heading back to Cincinnati from Pittsburgh and this video inspired me to also follow the Ohio river back, thanks!

@paulsuchecki3985 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. Have a great ride. Stay safe!

@gmaneis 2 жыл бұрын

You really know how to keep your viewers interested. Nice video! I appreciate all the work, on the road and with the editing and planning what you're gonna say, etc. Super fun to watch. Looks like you had a blast.

@paulsuchecki3985 2 жыл бұрын

I appreciate that! Combines 2 of my current favorite hobbies, bike touring and making youtube videos. I'm glad you liked it> Thanks for watching!!

@randyeaster7717 3 ай бұрын

Wow what a great adventure! When I first stopped by your channel I had found my way there because of interest in the C&O and didn't realize you were making this grand loop. I really enjoy your video's and your commentary. I'd love to go ride my bike now...but there is way too much snow here in Minnesota.

@paulsuchecki3985 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. It was a great adventure. Spring comes slow up there in the Great White North, eh?😁 Stay safe and ride on!

@user-vh1sh1xl5k 2 жыл бұрын

Great camera work, Paul! And yes, that sign at WV Methodist church is still true! "Freedom IS found in Jesus!" You will know the truth and truth will set you free!

@paulsuchecki3985 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. Amen, Brother. I'm glad someone caught that!

@buzzman4860 8 ай бұрын

That was,quite a loop that you did. Thanks for sharing

@paulsuchecki3985 8 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks again!😎

@toolscarriagesmodellbauand7246 2 жыл бұрын

Another great video. Thanks.

@paulsuchecki3985 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks again! The Ohio River is a classic American River.

@marcolamy Жыл бұрын

I really enjoyed the videos and the factual commentary. A big thanks from Singapore and happy trails.

@paulsuchecki3985 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Greetings from the USA. Stay safe and ride on!!

@dickthomson3436 2 жыл бұрын

Enjoyed…I ride the Panhandle Trail at least once a week…Bumped into Dave Matthews at Waldens several years ago…He was riding the trail as well!

@paulsuchecki3985 2 жыл бұрын

Walden's was a little local place to eat with the nicest people. Vickie said she was named after the queen, Victoria. It's a great trail. Hope to see you. Ride on!!

@steveretiredandcycling 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Paul, another nice ride. Thanks and all the best, Steve

@paulsuchecki3985 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Steve. All the best to you too. I hope to retire soon myself and become a full time cyclist. Thanks again!!

@reeceholmes8546 2 жыл бұрын

great vid thanks Paul

@paulsuchecki3985 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching.

@hamtool 2 жыл бұрын

Paul, thanks for the great videos. Wish we had known you were biking through Corydon, IN. My wife and I would have bought you a meal and provided a place to stay. The Hammer's

@paulsuchecki3985 2 жыл бұрын

Next time! That was my first time biking through southern Indiana. That area along the Ohio River has some amazing places to see that I didn't know about, like Corydon. But that's the neat part about traveling, seeing places that I didn't even know was there. Happy trails to the Hammer's!!

@chrisjohan0086 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for creating this video. I used to spend my summers in Southern Illinois with my grandparents. My great grandfather used to deliver the US Mail via barges on the Ohio River. I now live in Ohio, with military buddies in Pittsburgh. I’m gonna have to ride that scenic bi-way before I kick the bucket. Again, thanks! Chris J. Delaware, Ohio

@paulsuchecki3985 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching my video. The Ohio valley from Pittsburgh to Cairo is a snapshot of America. You really see a living history in the towns and the people along the river. And bicycle is the best way to see it. Have fun. Hope to see you down the road!

@RideAlongAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

I always enjoy your videos, Paul. Thanks for sharing.

@paulsuchecki3985 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you like them. Thanks for watching!

@TDeneHudson 28 күн бұрын

Love your videos! I'd like to see one that shows how you produce them singlehandedly -- you have drone shots looking down at you riding, and the real puzzlers are the shots as you ride past the camera and it pans with you. Great stuff, and your production quality has really become excellent. My wife and I ride a Trek T900 tandem. One thing we always have on our rides are "missing link" chain repairs -- with two chains that are critical, gotta be able to repair them (broke the main chain once and was glad I had them!)

@paulsuchecki3985 26 күн бұрын

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. I call them 'drive by shots'. I use an Insta360 camera, set up next to the trail or road. As I ride by it, it records everything 360 degrees around the camera. In the editing process you can make the camera follow the subject, or move anywhere within that 360 degree view. It makes it look like someone is behind the camera moving it. Thanks again. Stay safe and ride on!

@shane4176 5 ай бұрын

Another great ride thanks for posting.

@paulsuchecki3985 5 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching. Stay safe and ride on!!

@ronhoover5516 2 жыл бұрын

Great video!

@paulsuchecki3985 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. Glad you enjoyed it!!

@UnhingedHarry Жыл бұрын

Another cool ride and great video.

@paulsuchecki3985 Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching. Stay safe and ride on!

@WheelsonaBike 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic way to tell a story! I enjoyed this adventure.

@paulsuchecki3985 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching!

@RoundsOfWanting Жыл бұрын

Excellent production!

@paulsuchecki3985 Жыл бұрын

Much appreciated! Thanks for watching. Stay safe and ride on!! 😎

@canadianlady777 Жыл бұрын

I love your videos...

@paulsuchecki3985 Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much. I really appreciate it!

@froglegs4910 7 ай бұрын

Awesome biking sightseeing ! Cool 😎 !

@paulsuchecki3985 7 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on! 😎✌

@wcronin7307 2 жыл бұрын

Great video. I love to follow rivers too, on bike rides and hikes.

@paulsuchecki3985 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. Rivers are natural transportation corridors. It's only natural that we'd want to follow them. Ride on!

@masterofdisaster9978 Жыл бұрын

You are great inspiration. I’m thinking about a long distance ride. Please keep the trails and tales coming.

@paulsuchecki3985 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! I really appreciate it. More to come. Stay safe out there.

@gregpriddy8595 Жыл бұрын

Another great one, Paul! Thanks again. G

@paulsuchecki3985 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! I really appreciate it. Stay safe out there.

@edscales282 Жыл бұрын

Enjoyed video. Love the mid west!

@paulsuchecki3985 Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching! I really appreciate it. 😎

@dtbrooks7325 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Great pictures. Love your laconic narration.

@paulsuchecki3985 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. 😎

@hishomeministry 2 жыл бұрын

What an awesome circuit you rode! You made another excellent video too!

@paulsuchecki3985 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! It was a great summer of bike touring. Stay tuned, more adventure to come.

@nathansweeney9877 2 жыл бұрын

What a way to spend a summer. Congrats on completing a great ride. Can't wait to see what you do next.

@paulsuchecki3985 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks again!! Working on the Katy trail. 😉

@bcaruthers7674 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Paul! Cold weather is sneaking up on us and you videos help inspire us for next year's tour .

@paulsuchecki3985 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! I'm starting to think about next year too. Hope to see you down the road!!

@rogerlamp7687 2 жыл бұрын

Great video. Looks like you had a great time.

@paulsuchecki3985 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! Anytime I'm out bike touring, it's better than being at work. So, yeah, it's always a good time. 😁 Thanks again.

@PeteEllson5656 Жыл бұрын

Love your videos. Really well done. Thank you for taking the time and doing the work that it takes to share your journeys.

@paulsuchecki3985 Жыл бұрын

Thanks again. Glad you enjoyed it. Hope to see you down the road. Stay safe and ride on!!

@BenOrvis Жыл бұрын

Great video, my friend.

@paulsuchecki3985 Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Ben. I really appreciate it. Ride on!!

@PedalPushinAK 2 жыл бұрын

Brings back memories of our journey along the same trails. 😆👍🏻

@paulsuchecki3985 2 жыл бұрын

I really enjoy the Ohio Valley. Great towns. Great people! Thanks again!😎

@tomreingold4024 2 жыл бұрын

What a rainy trip! You’re a great sport about rain. I’m similar to you. I don’t mind it if it’s not cold. Some people can’t stand getting wet at all.

@paulsuchecki3985 2 жыл бұрын

Can't control the weather. Thanks for watching and Ride on!

@JB-ti7bl Жыл бұрын

Great video. Informative, lots of visuals, some pro tips...good stuff!

@paulsuchecki3985 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Stay safe and ride on!!

@talkradiohead1 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, would love to do this ride in the future, thanks for another well made video!

@paulsuchecki3985 2 жыл бұрын

You should! Thanks again for watching.

@michaelherron4306 Жыл бұрын

I really like this view of the USA. A lot of what we see on TV isn’t the most attractive, but this I can appreciate. Thanks for taking us along!

@paulsuchecki3985 Жыл бұрын

Sorry about the slow response. Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Glad you like it. Stay safe and ride on!!

@jonmcmichael7461 Жыл бұрын

Paul, thank you so much for taking us along!

@paulsuchecki3985 Жыл бұрын

My pleasure! Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Stay safe and ride on!!

@curtiswhitener1616 2 жыл бұрын

You are inspiring me to ride out east and offering many good routes/trails. Thank you!

@paulsuchecki3985 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Ride on!

@sharonparkhill7576 2 жыл бұрын

Following your rides are so inspirational 👍. Hope to see you on the trail someday.

@paulsuchecki3985 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. hope to see you down the road!😎

@bikeboomer2617 2 жыл бұрын

Very nice video.

@paulsuchecki3985 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much! 😊

@33TjOlesky 2 жыл бұрын

Paul, I’m very glad I discovered your channel. I really appreciate the historical info and education about some amazing looking bike routes. Stay safe and keep doing what you love!

@paulsuchecki3985 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Stay safe and ride on!

@howardkantoff5938 2 жыл бұрын

Just discovered your video series, great stuff, thank you! I once rode along the Ohio River from Owensboro to Louisville and back, Indiana side one way, Kentucky side on the way back, covered some of the same ground. Beautiful area!

@paulsuchecki3985 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! The Ohio River is an often over looked treasure. Keep on riding!

@gregcrandall2502 2 жыл бұрын

Great ride. Reminds me of my ride from Sweetwater Tn to 50 miles east of Cleveland Ohio. Lots of hills and great people. Hope to see you on the trail someday.

@paulsuchecki3985 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! The Ohio valley, and that whole area is a rich piece of America with a lot of history. Ride on! Hope to see you as well!!

@jimotten6206 Жыл бұрын

Great video, your Inspiring lots of writers, keep on keeping on

@paulsuchecki3985 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Stay safe and ride on!

@ajshaari2733 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video Paul. Brings back memory of the areas when I studied in Illinois and Kentucky 40 years ago. You are the man! 😃

@paulsuchecki3985 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching. The Ohio Valley is a great bike ride. Thanks again! 😃

@LJTomlinson1 Жыл бұрын

Great job on the. Ohio scenic byway tour. I have really enjoyed watching your very informative rides. It's nice to see the world from a n other perspective. I a trike rider because I have issue with Ballance.. I haven't been able to ride since last February becaus I had a bad fall :(while walking) abd broke my right shoulder & now I'm rehabbing from shoulder replacement surgery. I think that I would like to try som of your trails when I'm heeled up.

@paulsuchecki3985 11 ай бұрын

Thanks, I really appreciate it. I'm glad to be riding again. My left arm took the worst in my crash. I'll be sticking to rail trails for a while. I hope you heel up fast and well. Thanks again. Hope to see you on the trail. Stay safe and ride on!!

@TheTrakker 2 жыл бұрын

Man, that was one really neat video. Thank you so much for bringing us along. I've had my eye on the tow paths between Washington and Pittsburgh for a while. I'm just trying to build up some extra time off work to do some of these trails. They're on my "Bike it List".

@paulsuchecki3985 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. Glad you enjoyed it! The GAP and C&O is a great trail. Have fun. Ride on!

@randybarber6833 2 жыл бұрын

Another great adventure and video Paul! My wife grew up in the beautiful Ohio River town of Augusta KY. I've taken that ferry many times. Thanks again for sharing your adventures.

@paulsuchecki3985 2 жыл бұрын

Very cool! The Ohio River Valley is a awesome. Augusta sure is a pretty little river town. That ferry is the oldest ferry still operating on the river and the last crossing point going west before Cincinnati. I'm glad it was there. Thanks for watching!

@lemonster1 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! Really enjoying your style of bike touring videos. Saw your guest appearance on Kentucky Cyclings KZfaq channel and enjoyed hearing your input on the trans am segment. Thanks so much for the videos, now I gotta go ride my bike! 😀

@paulsuchecki3985 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and catching that interview. It was a lot of fun. Hope to see you down the road! 😎

@bikechingu 2 жыл бұрын

Very nice bike adventure! Ride safe Sir!

@paulsuchecki3985 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, you too! I went to your channel. Dude, you make cool videos. Love your editing. Thanks again!

@bikechingu 2 жыл бұрын

@@paulsuchecki3985 Thank you Sir!

@uhu69 2 жыл бұрын

Loving the videos Paul! Thanks! I know it's tough uploading them during the teaching year. Cheers! 👍🏻🧑‍🏫🚵

@paulsuchecki3985 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! I need to quit my job and go bike touring full time!!

@uhu69 2 жыл бұрын

@@paulsuchecki3985 Ha ha! I feel the exact same (but still love teaching). Can we teach others how to bike ride and still get paid? 🤣 Thanks again for the awesome videos. I'm hoping one day to do your travels (starting with the Erie Canal). P.S. I need to start doing some Canadian bike tour videos.

@TravelingThru222 2 жыл бұрын

Another great video. I love a bike tour video that starts in my home town. The Montour and Panhandle are on my list. I made it thru Gallipolis this year too, I came over The Silver Bridge. I have researched that Ohio corridor in the past, looks like a great route. Its always cool to incorporate your favorite local rides into a major tour. Great job on the 775 Miler.

@paulsuchecki3985 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks again for watching. I got in just over 2500 miles this summer. Not quite 4000, but I'm getting old and I take too many rest stops. The Ohio is a great corridor, but there is quite a bit of industry and high population areas along the way. It is a rich slice of Americana. Ride on, Buddy. Hope to see you down the road!!!

@jeffreymcmillan7703 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I remember that. You had a Mothman sighting.

@budcline 2 жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed this great video since I was not familiar with most of the trails/roads shown in it. Dell and I have ridden a little bit of the Montour Trail when we did the GAP one year but all the rest is new me in the remainder of your trip along the Ohio River. I sure do like the addition of drone footage to your videos. You had quite a summer of bike touring adventures. Thanks again for taking us along with you on these vistas along some of America's great rivers and river towns.

@paulsuchecki3985 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks again, Bud. Glad you enjoyed it. The Ohio Valley cuts right through the heart of America. It was great seeing you this summer. I sure hope we get to ride again. Take care!

@rangersmith4652 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this video. I grew up in a town on the Ohio, and my grandparents and other relatives on my mother's side lived in Tell City and the vicinity. I have a brother and a niece who live within a few miles of the river still. This was like a trip home for me.

@paulsuchecki3985 2 жыл бұрын

Very cool! I loved riding in the Ohio Valley. The heart of America. Thanks for watching.

@ixmemphis Жыл бұрын

man I love your videos and stories about the bike touring, I can't wait to do it as well, I'm hoping next season in '23 will start with something nearby in Central IL, keep it up with the great adventure sharing! cheers!

@paulsuchecki3985 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Hope to see you down the road. Stay safe out there and ride on!!

@nancyengle4656 Жыл бұрын

Thank You !! 😊

@paulsuchecki3985 Жыл бұрын

You're welcome. Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. Stay safe and ride on!

@jamesp1045 2 жыл бұрын

Just started watching your videos. I have been wanting to get into some bike touring, but for one reason or another, I haven’t started. I’m looking for some inspiration and I think I found it. Thanks!

@paulsuchecki3985 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Its working then. Hope to see you down the road. Ride on!

@karenabel6218 Жыл бұрын

I love your videos partly because I have never been to any of these states and have not seen these beautiful rivers. Your commentary suits the content, and your photography is really good. Very enjoyable to watch. Thank you.

@paulsuchecki3985 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I really appreciate it. Thanks for watching.

@jackforman6385 2 жыл бұрын

My hometown is Maysville, spent many days pedaling the backroads way back when. Retired now so here i come again, you keep me inspired and hopefully we will meet on a trail some day.

@paulsuchecki3985 2 жыл бұрын

The Ohio Valley, America's best kept secret! Ride on. Hope to see you down the road!

@jayeme1483 2 жыл бұрын

I like it .

@paulsuchecki3985 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching.

@meejoir1 2 жыл бұрын

Your films are helping me through my lengthy long covid recovery. They’re exactly the kind of adventures I want to have when I’m over this exhaustion! I love rail trails and quiet roads (we have quite a lot of these in the UK where I live) and I like the pace you take them as well as the stories along the way. Keep up the good work.

@paulsuchecki3985 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. Glad you like them. Stay well and ride on!

@crazycaseyandoldmanangus7143 2 жыл бұрын

Interesting note what famous person is from maysville KY?…Rosemary Clooney …I was born in ironton right on the river that southern most tip you skipped so much history on the banks of the Ohio much of it before the Europeans showed up. The locals pronounce it gal ih po lees and ports muhth I wish there was a dedicated path along the Ohio that would be an epic ride

@paulsuchecki3985 2 жыл бұрын

I love the Ohio river. I just looks so peaceful, but it's very powerful. It's a beautiful river. The industry detracts a little, but the Ohio valley is a great place to grow up. Thanks again for watching!!

@tomsitzman3952 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the journey. I watched the whole loop. Can't wait to get back on the road. I little severed Achilles kind of slowed me down

@paulsuchecki3985 Жыл бұрын

Thanks again! I understand, I'm recovering from an injury as well. Stay safe and ride on!!

@copdwarriormcdonald7968 Жыл бұрын

Nice Routes, hope to take them in the future! COPD is my limiter right now! OORAH Semper Fi and Can Do

@paulsuchecki3985 Жыл бұрын

Can do!! Always. We all have obstacles to overcome. Never let obstacles become barriers. Thanks for watching. Stay safe out there and ride on!!

@tompritch56 2 жыл бұрын

Born and raised in Madison Indiana. Now live in Mount Vernon, Wa. Enjoyed watching your trip. Ohio River Valley is a great place to ride. Rode many times. Planning to move back to Madison in a couple years and ride more.

@paulsuchecki3985 2 жыл бұрын

I love the Ohio Valley. I also love the PNW. Do you remember humidity? Madison is one of the nicest river towns that I went through, but when I was there it was 95 degrees with 95% humidity. I couldn't wait to get into some AC. Thanks for watching. Ride on!

@tompritch56 2 жыл бұрын

@@paulsuchecki3985 Yes, I remember the humidity very well. Much different here thou. In August my wife and I visited hometown friends. That trip brought back humid memories.

@bradjett7083 Жыл бұрын

Amazing videos. You're practically in my backyard. Hillsboro Illinois.

@paulsuchecki3985 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. I really appreciate it. I've been through Hillsboro. Hope to see you down the trail. Stay safe and ride on!!

@tomwallace2112 Жыл бұрын

Paul, great video. A friend and I are following your route and are having a great ride. I watched your video each night for the following day. we are in Gallopolis tonight. We are headed to Portsmouth tomorrow

@paulsuchecki3985 Жыл бұрын

Awesome! Sounds like a great trip. Stay safe and Ride on!!😎

@chriscohlmeyer4735 2 жыл бұрын

LOL, it seems that in summer Indiana is always very hot than again I always went through in the summer. Definitely a good idea to cut your days short when you encounter very hot conditions otherwise you might "boink" unexpectedly as your body goes automatic pilot until disregulation hits you and you go down.

@paulsuchecki3985 2 жыл бұрын

The Ohio Valley can get hot and humid in the summer. Best not to over do things in that kind of heat. Thanks for watching.

@nathanmullins836 2 жыл бұрын

Just discovered your channel, you rode through my neck of the woods on this one, Scioto county Ohio. Actually you probably rode right by my house . Love your style of videos.

@paulsuchecki3985 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. I love the Ohio River Valley. Great place to ride. Hope to see you down the road!

@wanderoveryonder6562 2 жыл бұрын

Missed that first view this time, but I still enjoyed the video. On a side note my twin daughters both became teachers this year, one 6th grade English, the other is the Art teacher (same school).

@paulsuchecki3985 2 жыл бұрын

I should have given a heads up, but thanks for watching. I like teaching, but I'm ready to retire and go bike touring full time. Thanks again!

@jimotten6206 Жыл бұрын

That was great, thx, I like all your bike touring videos, do some local ones.

@paulsuchecki3985 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. Working on some new ones right now. Stay safe out there and ride on!!