FYI, the spot where you stopped at 8:15, the path has now been extended another 3 miles into the city of Manor. It ends at a small non descript park called "Ben Fisher" park in Manor. There is a nice convenience store less than a half mile away from the park called Manor Xpress Mart if you need a store stop. Also at 1:23. you passed under Hwy 183 and the little bridge off to your right will take you across the creek. If you then go left (under 183) and then up to street level, there is a wide sidewalk that will take you about 200 yards to Houndstooth coffee shop. There is a local group cycling that goes there after their weekly rides.
You know I’m born and raised in Austin and still haven’t rode this trail yet?! 😅 I better do it soon because I’m moving to Louisville my next year. And I just got a new bike ! And new to the channel
It is a nice trail, isn't it? That tall grass you mentioned is called Giant Cane (Arundo donax), which is an invasive exotic species that gets out of control here in Austin. Along the trail one can sometimes see wildlife: road runner, coyote, deer, and rarely feral pigs. City of Austin Parks & Rec makes us proud with this trail
@@bryanparsons9277 it's a super nice trail. I'm glad we went out of our way to go and ride it! I don't think we rode it at the right time of day to see wildlife but that would have been so cool.
Nice video. I think it's pampas grass you saw (the one with the plumes). Why does the trail go nowhere? Beats me. I think there may be some thinking that it will eventually be extended. Also, I love biking in 50 degree weather. Short sleeve is doable only if you are riding.
@@lenajc1 Here in MN 50s is short sleeves for sure, but temperature is really just relative. I would love to see this trail extended. Even if it does go nowhere, it's a beautiful trail that I would ride almost any day of the week.
Great video Love urban trails you get to interact with people and the riding is easy but we still prefer the back road gravel, Think good say good do good BE GOOD
FYI, the spot where you stopped at 8:15, the path has now been extended another 3 miles into the city of Manor. It ends at a small non descript park called "Ben Fisher" park in Manor. There is a nice convenience store less than a half mile away from the park called Manor Xpress Mart if you need a store stop. Also at 1:23. you passed under Hwy 183 and the little bridge off to your right will take you across the creek. If you then go left (under 183) and then up to street level, there is a wide sidewalk that will take you about 200 yards to Houndstooth coffee shop. There is a local group cycling that goes there after their weekly rides.
@@toddb3846 thanks so much for the details. I will be sure to check these spots out if I'm ever back in Austin.
@@bethbikes Sounds good. I figured other people will be watching your video too and they may find the info about the Manor extension helpful too. :-)
@@toddb3846 - yes, that's me. I will be riding the trail soon and appreciate the info!
You know I’m born and raised in Austin and still haven’t rode this trail yet?! 😅 I better do it soon because I’m moving to Louisville my next year. And I just got a new bike ! And new to the channel
Upstate NY, Oct\Nov 50 degrees is long sleeves and tights. in March it's break out the shorts!
I love this trail. The "weeds" you saw are what we call cane poles. I believe it is a type of bamboo.
@@KimReid-ib3dl so cool. Thanks for the insight.
It is a nice trail, isn't it? That tall grass you mentioned is called Giant Cane (Arundo donax), which is an invasive exotic species that gets out of control here in Austin. Along the trail one can sometimes see wildlife: road runner, coyote, deer, and rarely feral pigs. City of Austin Parks & Rec makes us proud with this trail
@@bryanparsons9277 it's a super nice trail. I'm glad we went out of our way to go and ride it! I don't think we rode it at the right time of day to see wildlife but that would have been so cool.
I miss the warm sun of Austin!😎
Me too, but only just a little bit.
Nice video. I think it's pampas grass you saw (the one with the plumes). Why does the trail go nowhere? Beats me. I think there may be some thinking that it will eventually be extended. Also, I love biking in 50 degree weather. Short sleeve is doable only if you are riding.
@@lenajc1 Here in MN 50s is short sleeves for sure, but temperature is really just relative. I would love to see this trail extended. Even if it does go nowhere, it's a beautiful trail that I would ride almost any day of the week.
Great video
Love urban trails you get to interact with people and the riding is easy but we still prefer the back road gravel,
Think good say good do good BE GOOD
There is something about riding back gravel roads that just can't be beat! I totally agree.
Texas is along way from home was this a vacation.?
Nice break from the weather up north!!
Sure was a vacation! It was nice to to have warm weather but I missed the snow and far biking.
The trail traffic has increased by probably 2 or 3 times in the past year. I think word has gotten out about my private racetrack. 😄
I'm sure it has! It's a super awesome trail.