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luggage shuttle services
 -  + We planning a fall colors bike tour along some or all of the Erie Canal. We are not interested in group guided tours. One major impediment to do it yourself is a seeming lack of shuttle services for...
Discussion started 09/03/2018 11:39 AM by Gringo Bill - 1 reply (last reply by Ray (webmaster) at 09/03/2018 12:22 PM)
Gringo Bill from arvada on 09/03/2018 11:39 AM
We planning a fall colors bike tour along some or all of the Erie Canal. We are not interested in group guided tours. One major impediment to do it yourself is a seeming lack of shuttle services for luggage. All suggestions are most appreciated.

 
Ray (webmaster) on 09/03/2018 12:22 PM
I'm aware of a couple shuttle services operating along the Erie Canal, which are listed here:

https://bikeeriecanal.com/planner.aspx?scid=4&ecid=51&svcs=|17|

Typically the shuttles haul people and bikes, but I expect they would be happy to haul luggage too. You'll probably want to pre-arrange drop-off of your bags at wherever you plan to spend the night, because the shuttle driver won't want to wait around for your arrival at the end of the day.

If you come across any services that are not listed, please let me know so I can get them added. Good luck and have fun!

Happy trails


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Pittsford Farms Dairy
 -  + This place has an oatmeal butterscotch ice cream that's amazing. Ride a couple extra miles so you don't feel guilty for eating the ice cream, and give it a try. Wow.
Discussion started 08/28/2018 08:27 PM by RLS - 0 replies
RLS on 08/28/2018 04:27 PM
This place has an oatmeal butterscotch ice cream that's amazing. Ride a couple extra miles so you don't feel guilty for eating the ice cream, and give it a try. Wow.


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Rochester sightseeing
 -  + I’d highly recommend a side trip to High Falls in Rochester. It’s a magnificent sight and that part of Rochester has some great restaurants. There’s a trail along the Genesee River. Follow that tr...
Discussion started 08/11/2018 12:39 PM by The Psychlist - 0 replies
The Psychlist on 08/11/2018 12:39 PM
I’d highly recommend a side trip to High Falls in Rochester. It’s a magnificent sight and that part of Rochester has some great restaurants.

There’s a trail along the Genesee River. Follow that trail for about 5 miles and you’re there.


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What to bring
 -  + Planning a day trip from Utica, haven't done long trail rides before. Any suggestions on what to bring?
Discussion started 07/31/2018 04:34 PM by TRW - 1 reply (last reply by Ray (webmaster) at 08/02/2018 05:30 PM)
TRW on 07/31/2018 04:34 PM
Planning a day trip from Utica, haven't done long trail rides before. Any suggestions on what to bring?

 
Ray (webmaster) on 08/02/2018 05:30 PM
Here's what I always have in my pannier:

- Several spare tubes (and know how to change them)
- C02 canisters to inflate tires - you may prefer a small pump
- Energy gel
- Extra water container in hot weather
- Gloves and ear covering in cold weather
- Sunscreen
- Bug repellent
- Basic first aid: Motrin, Neosporin, and bandaids
- Compact poncho in case of rain
- Some spare large ziplocks and a trashbag
- Power-storage device for cell phone charging

I don't often need most of those items, but it's good to have them when I do need them!

Good luck on your ride - happy trails!


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