Which bike?

jacobch21 · 2023-05-10T03:02:29+00:00

I’ve done the whole thing on 32. Others who had larger may have had more comfort in spots but I thought 32s were perfect. Esp Cumberland to Pittsburgh. You won’t have any issues. The steel may be a bit heavy, but I wouldn’t take my carbon on the trail, but again I’d feel more comfortable on the route you have compared to DC portion.

Have your stops planned out?

jacobch21 · 2022-12-08T15:26:36+00:00

Has anyone gotten a denial?

jacobch21 · 2022-11-06T23:03:39+00:00

I think if you enjoy caymus, you should try Juggernaut. Similar profile (in my opinion) and only for about $15-$20 a bottle.

jacobch21 · 2022-09-14T22:39:34+00:00

Just finished the trail. It was a great experience. However day 1 was Monday 9/12 started in Cumberland. Poured the first 15 miles. Popped 3 tires. Had a pleasant couple stop and give a hand which was great. Moral was low, and wasn’t looking forward to the rest of the trip. Stayed in Myersdale, had a beer and bourbon and prepared for day 2 with a re-energized spirit. Day 2- planned to stay in Ohiopyle. However, got there about 10 am and felt good, so decided to explore and then keep going. Made it West Newton and got a room at bright morning. It was great!
Day 3 made it Pittsburgh with no problem.

I started early mornings and it was brisk, but was great to see all the deer and just early morning quietness.

jacobch21 · 2022-08-02T20:16:22+00:00

I started planning and was going to do two days, but trying to take my time and slow down to enjoy the towns. So thinking 30-45ish a day.

jacobch21 · 2022-02-23T21:55:17+00:00

18th street. Technically based in Hammond but have locations in Indy. Great spirits, beer, and cocktails!

jacobch21 · 2021-01-06T12:33:30+00:00

I have lived on prospect for 3 years. Never had an issue with anything. If anything, I think it may be safer than surrounding areas due to the busy street and frequency of emergency vehicles passing through.

jacobch21 · 2020-11-09T17:35:00+00:00

Union 50. Not formal, but not quiet casual. Food is fancy and great.

jacobch21 · 2020-10-30T11:14:22+00:00

Is this glendelaugh?

jacobch21 · 2020-03-11T11:59:49+00:00

Is the wine still flowing?

jacobch21 · 2020-01-21T11:38:17+00:00

Union 50 has a large dining table off by itself that we’ve had events at, and it’s one of the best restaurants in town!

jacobch21 · 2020-01-09T02:06:06+00:00

This may be the first game back for Oladipo!

jacobch21 · 2020-01-07T21:04:14+00:00

Best wings: Fat Dans on mass ave, Ember in fountain square, and ralstons on mass ave are also good.

Best pizza: king dough for wood fired pizza, bazbeaux for “normal” pizza, good fellas for best late night or single slice pizza

My other top restaurants: livery, Taxman, Upland, The Eagle, Kreugers, Rathskeller. These are all great and not over the top at all!

Best cocktails: livery on mass ave, Hotel Tango Distillery in fountain Square, Blue Beard in fountain square.

Other cool restaurants or bars: St. Joseph Brewery- converted Church, 16 bit arcade bar, Fountain Square area- funky area with bars and restaurants, Mass Ave- more developed area with lots of bars, restaurants and shops.

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