During the past couple of months, I've had the pleasure of riding on the Chief Ladiga/Silver Comet trails with various starting points and distances. Each and every time the result has been the same. Simple fun - without the added pressure of riding on surface streets while attempting to avoid impatient maniacs driving two-ton killing machines.
Generally I'm the kind of person that prefers to vary the locations where I ride. So I probably wouldn't enjoy riding the rail trails every week, however I absolutely enjoy the occasional ride on them because it's a chance to ride a more relaxed ride without having to look out for cars back. There are some road crossings to be aware of; but overall, riding on the trails is far more relaxing than riding on roads.
Recently I rode with some of the members of the Druid City Bicycle Club in Tuscaloosa, and on the way over we stopped in Rockmart, GA at a nice Italian restaurant that caters to cyclists. It's located just off the trail, and it even has a bike rack in front for you to park your bike. The food was awesome, and the atmosphere was fun and friendly. There is no doubt that I'll be eating there again sometime.
The next time you're looking for a nice relaxing place to ride your bike, you might want to give the Chief Ladiga / Silver Comet trails a try. Be sure to wave as you go by.
2 comments:
I'm a new cyclist and want to ride part of the CLT this summer. Probably about 20-25 miles and then back. Got any details you can share?
You can put on at the beginning of the Chief Ladiga trail located in Weaver, AL (just north of Anniston) and ride to state line and get 66 miles roundtrip. Actually you can ride any amount and when you're ready, flip around and ride back.
I hope that this helps.
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