Missing the KATY

Yesterday was a ride on the back roads near our home. You know, the ones with less traffic than regular roads. The ones most of us ride because there are fewer cars and trucks, and therefore, safer.

Where the cows outnumber the cars.

We did the Jones ride, 44 miles, an out and back. It was a beautiful day, one of those exquisite late Spring days that are all too rare here – very light wind and temperatures near 70. So, we took advantage of it and rode our road bikes, carrying nothing more than water and a few bars! A big difference from the 20 pounds or so we both carried when we rode the KATY Trail.

Right away we both noted a big difference in terms of ease of riding and effort.  The bike felt like it took off at times, almost faster than comfortable. That part was nice, but the scenery and experience were so much nicer on the KT. Even though this ride was much hillier than the almost-completely-flat KATY, it still wasn’t as difficult.

It was a nice ride yesterday, we both enjoyed it and getting to ride when most everyone else is at work is a real plus. Still miss riding the KATY though. For those of you who haven’t ridden the KATY in Missouri you should consider it.  For more information about it click on the KATY Trail tag on this website and you can also go to:  www.bikekatytrail.com and http://mostateparks.com/park/katy-trail-state-park.