Originally Posted by
john426
Dear Fellow Travelers:
I am a single cyclist in my 50’s who usually takes self supported tours, but I am thinking of doing the PTNY Erie Canal ride. I was hoping to get some feedback from others who have been on the tour.
1. I see there are historical lectures given a few nights. Are they entertaining or scholarly?
2. How is the mix of people on the tour? Are people friendly or cliquish?
3. How is the food?
I am an independent traveler so I am not sure that if I would like a structured ride. However it would be a nice change not to have to plan for camping sites, meals and the convenience of transport and a SAG wagon. Thanks for your input. John
While I haven't been on the PTNY Erie Canal tour, I've spoken with some who have, and they have universally praised it as being a really fun time. Their descriptions are of a very laid-back, casual, friendly group of people. My young son and I did the PTNY route independently, and it was huge fun.
As it happens, we're registered for the PTNY Hudson tour this summer, which seems to run on a much smaller scale than the Erie tour. It will also be our first supported tour.