Rick Hancock from Grafton, Va. on 11/9/2015 11:00:17 AM:
I'd be sure and verify if the shuttle service can handle a recumbent. Some of them specify no recumbent bikes or trailers. As far as riding on the Passage I'd think you'd have no concerns. The trail is hardpack, pretty smooth, and the elevation gain is very slight. The only surprise elevation (in my opinion) is the short steep hill east of Mckeesport where you exit the town and really leave the industrial area behind and finally enter the woods for the first time. As others have mentioned the C&O is quite a bit different terrain. But your only concerned with the Pasasage. I do fine on a Mt Bike with 2.4" tires. You really need to research the shuttle arrangements I know for a fact that some/most only carry "normal" bikes. Have a great trip my wife and I have done 4 thru rides from Pittsburg to Cumberland. Great fun!