This morning we woke up to a light drizzle. Rather than taper off, as the weather app predicted, the rain kept up for basically the whole day – ranging from downpour to sprinkle. This didn’t stop our biking crew! While the rain made riding on the road difficult, it became somewhat of a positive once we made it to the Katy Trail. The cool weather and mist made for a pleasant experience.
Helen making serious time down the Katy Trail.
For those who don’t know, the Katy Trail is a famous rail trail, meaning that it’s built on a decommissioned railroad path. Rail trails are popular among bikers since they offer a nice alternative to busy highways and are usually flat (trains can only climb low grade hills, especially older models). The Katy Trail is particularly famous due to its length and natural beauty.
We passed through a few historic towns as well. Although many stores and exhibits were closed, it was nevertheless cool to see the old architecture. We encountered a surprising number of cobblestone roads and wood cabins, still in-use to this day.
Alex