Cumberland, MD

Well, the ride along the Greater Alleganehy Passage was fantastic!! A great Rail/Trail from Pittsburgh, Pa to Cumberland, MD. Met lots of very nice people. It was also nice to get away from hills, had a gentle upgrade of 1-3% but that is essentially flat after what we have traversed. After we crossed the Eastern Continental Divide (they actually think they have one) it was 20+ miles of downhill to Cumberland, MD. Lot's of history in this area, George Washington, Gen Braddock, French and Indian Wars, Revolutionary War, Civil War, etc. Is very fascinating and well worth the extra time we are taking to visit the area. We are about 3 days out of DC, but may continue to take our time and visit Harper's Ferry, Antietam Battlefield, etc. If you ever want to take an interesting bike ride, the ride from Pittsburgh, PA all the way to DC is well worth the effort. Miss Kathy and home quite a bit, can't wait to return. But, also very happy to be able to do this trip. Will catch up with you all later. John