Thats a mighty big job you're doing and you're doing great. I know Mark would be proud. Be safe and remember that you are carrying The Worlds Greatest Hobo. There are many grateful folks I'm sure.
@DanMeyer80
3 ай бұрын
Awesome way to honor Hobo Shoestring. You filmed your ride the way he used to do. Fly high Hobo Shoestring!
@js2743
3 ай бұрын
Shoestring knew the whole US rail system, probably better than anyone that works for the railroad. He knew every turn where it went.
@orlandominichiello
2 ай бұрын
Learned a lot from him. My favorite episode was his impromptu ride to Alaska in freezing weather, what a character.
@williamshreve9111
2 ай бұрын
Shoestring said it took 10 years to figure out what rail lines to hop. I’m sure he was laughing when you started going east. 😂. God bless you for doing that.
@srvfan454
3 ай бұрын
Crying inside. R.I.P. Shoestring, you were a friend to us all.
@gonagain
3 ай бұрын
Thank you for doing this for Mark.
@mikeschiesel2852
3 ай бұрын
I have to believe that there are some crews that are proud to be part of Shoestrings Ride West.... Thanks for all you do, ride safe!
@Netties8266
2 ай бұрын
Good
@js2743
3 ай бұрын
Wish some could make it to Alaska to where he said his son was buried.
@BrokenPaddleAdventures
2 ай бұрын
Didn't know that....
@AnywhereManHobo
2 ай бұрын
Imma try to head up that way next year to do this
@silviaconrad8585
Ай бұрын
I always wanted to go to Alaska I have a roaming spirit too.
@borandell9915
2 ай бұрын
Heck, he's loving it. Lost anywhere, was where he always wanted to be. New Subscriber here. Glad I found your channel. Great Tribute!
@DebJo912
3 ай бұрын
I could tell in his videos that Shoestring thought the world of you and Matt. What a great way to honor his friendship. Than you for sharing this with us, brought tears to my eyes. New subscriber here.......
@Sergey.DJ2024
2 ай бұрын
Riding the Cadillac - it was a favorite phrase of hobo shoestring.
@michaelelm34
3 ай бұрын
Miss seeing that face when he first wakes up,telling the story of his life.
@MsSparks4
3 ай бұрын
I enjoyed your video of sprinkling HOBO Shoestring's ashes. This video with beautiful scenes on your journey reminded me of Shoestring's videos which is what I enjoyed so much, seeing places I will never get to see as I will be 80 June 1. I enjoyed him telling so many stories. I am missing him so much, but may get to meet him when I pass over to meet Jesus.
@fixedgearfever69
2 ай бұрын
Glad to see you keeping his memory alive.
@fixedgearfever69
2 ай бұрын
@@TKKrueger-py5jb Dont be a gaylord
@fixedgearfever69
2 ай бұрын
@@TKKrueger-py5jb blocked. Go troll someplace else.
@AnywhereManHobo
2 ай бұрын
@@TKKrueger-py5jb”Opinions are limitless and go in every direction.” You are very opinionated, but your opinions, like others, will never weigh into how I live or what I do. Im sorry for your loss. Shoestring was a pivotal part of your content, and you no longer have that talking point for content.
@Stryfer87
3 ай бұрын
I love your extensive knowledge of railroad history, I hope you never stop riding until you have to. Be safe, and God Rest our man Shoestring. Though he went West and you went East, you'll still meet somewhere in-between, someday.
@irishncreb24
3 ай бұрын
Bro!!! How great is this???? I’m smiling ear to ear. You are doing great mixing some of Shoe’s tendencies in with your own!!! I ❤ it!!! Thank you
@AnywhereManHobo
3 ай бұрын
Im trying to make his following feel more at home
@irishncreb24
3 ай бұрын
Troy, you are nailing it. The little face deal lol!!! BTW, this is Lloyd Griffith.
@taintedlove202
2 ай бұрын
@AnywhereManHobo Man, I can’t tell you how very cool this is….Shoestring is surely proud. What an awesome sendoff! ❤️🚂💔
@rxramblingrose4857
3 ай бұрын
Rest EASY MARK we love you ❤️ comptche california Mendocino County 707
@alternatetakes345
3 ай бұрын
Sad that I found you through Shoestrings passing. You gained a lifetime subscriber though. Very nice way to honor our friend. Stay safe out there. We want to see videos for many many more years.
@AJMcQuiston
3 ай бұрын
Passing the torch to Troy..only fitting you get spread his ashes,Mark told us to check you out a few years back,been following ever since..we're all still grieving over Mark's loss but this rite here is what we all needed ..thanks bro
@mikepowers1196
3 ай бұрын
I got one word for this video. Absolutely awesome. Thank you so much.be safe n be blessed. 🙏♥️🐕
@SaltyNationalist
3 ай бұрын
Can't say that I didn't shed a tear or two when you were scattering his ashes.. Mark truly loved riding those rails, and without him the world seems a bit more lonely.. Thank you for taking us along Troy.. And stay safe in your journey my friend.. RIP SHOESTRING..
@AnywhereManHobo
2 ай бұрын
Im just taking him home ❤
@davidmeagher1212
3 ай бұрын
I've always wanted to ride but never have the money to eat on the trip I'm glad your giving Shoestring his last ride 👍
@kennyburt6543
18 күн бұрын
It took me for ever to watch this video. I never met him but watch many hours of him, even have his shirts. Thanks for doing what you did.
@24So
3 ай бұрын
Thanks for taking us on this ride much love
@DarlnDar
3 ай бұрын
God Bless you m'friend!! What a friend!! He's finally free!! RIP Shoestring soar high buddy soar high!!
@TheNotMeTube
3 ай бұрын
This my first ride with you and it was great! Unfortunately I didn’t know who you were until a few weeks ago. A few years ago, before I started watching Shoestring, if I ever saw someone riding on a freight train, like that guy in the van, I definitely would have tried to call it in to somebody because “OMG that is so dangerous!” I learned a lot from Shoestring over the years and about how many people are actually doing this. Yes it’s dangerous, but nothing to call in. Like him, I’d wave, hope for the best for the traveler and go about my day. Safe travels to you and Mark!
@roberthardy2013
2 ай бұрын
Life is dangerous my friend. It doesn’t stop us from taking part though.
@raleighwelborn1136
3 ай бұрын
Whatever you do in life. Please always just keep on being you, brother! You're a genuine good soul. A genuine, true friend both in life as well as death. I can only hope to find and have a friend such as you before I catch the westbound. Thank you for doing this for Shoestring. He's a true legend that meant so much to so many of us. Thank you for your time in filming and taking us along for pieces of the journey. Thank you for being you. Safe travels along your journey. 💙 🛤 🚂
@JohnLobbanCreative
3 ай бұрын
What a beautiful video and tribute to Mark. Troy, this is your best video yet. You took time for narration and explaining things along the way. I really enjoyed the scenery you included. This is what I hope your channel will become❤️❤️❤️
@cris4two
3 ай бұрын
I can't think of a better way to honor such a great person.. You are such an amazing person Troy..❤❤❤
@ricktaverney4232
3 ай бұрын
Boston kid decides to meet his idol and earns his own bones. You stood up. No one else did. Remember that.
@ricktaverney4232
3 ай бұрын
Don’t_B_ A_richard
@Eileen_mjc
3 ай бұрын
Mark is riding with you in spirit Troy. Love that you’ve been entrusted with his ashes and are bringing him on his last ride. ❤
@johnemanolis
Ай бұрын
Different journey , no wrong train. Shoestring's last ride. Thanks for sharing.
@J.Images.Photography
3 ай бұрын
Bro thank you so much for sharing this with us. Came across shoe string on KZitem one day and caught my interest instantly. Know nothing about riding or trains but learned a lot from that man. This is super cool man so glad to be a part of this on the viewing end RIH shoestring. YOU WILL DEFINITELY BE MISS BROTHER
@soundsidetoursnc
3 ай бұрын
You’re a blessing sir. Hell of a good thing you did!! Shoestring can rest easy.
@praisane
2 ай бұрын
What a great idea, it's definitely what Mark would've wanted! RIP, Shoestring!
@resting_bf
3 ай бұрын
Beautiful and remarkable. He would be proud of you. 💜🫂🫶😊
@FitzKeepsItSimple
3 ай бұрын
I’ve been kinda down ever since I heard about the news a couple of weeks ago. This video is starting to make me feel better. Thank you.
@ib1rcnut
3 ай бұрын
Thanks for making the video. We will miss ole Shoestring and I'm glad you are taking him on his last ride. I wonder if it would be fitting to take him to Laramie Wyoming, where his rail journey first began. Also thanks for making a video that I can watch with my kids.
@gravedigga314
3 ай бұрын
Gorgeous landscapes in VA. I rode west from Radford VA( NS crew change) to Knoxville TN a few years back. Beautiful ride.
@Lonesomedoveloves
3 ай бұрын
Thanks for letting us all witness this. He railed in and around my home town of Houston, Texas. Every time I drive our Hardy Toll road looking at the double line between the north and southbound lanes I think of Shoestring.
@Solidcaulk
3 ай бұрын
I'm sure he was just watching you every step of the way, and just proud that you're doing it. Great way to lay the legend to rest.
@sammysam1410
2 ай бұрын
Great job on this video. I really loved the view on the train ride. Great Job! Thank you for honoring hobo shoestring. Safe travels friend!
@ASLAGL
3 ай бұрын
The greatest honor a Man soul can do to another Man soul Mark will always be with you Hobo Shadow God bless Keep on Tracking
@mooonie3089
3 ай бұрын
👏👏👏 Bless you Troy Rip Shoestring
@MichaelJoe212
3 ай бұрын
❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ Just Subscribed!! THANK YOU!!! THIS MUST NOT HAVE BEEN EASY... Your thoughts and words were perfect; "There is no wrong train" - that summed up shoestrings videos perfectly. You gave us a wonderful last ride, and I'm sure it made your Mentor Shoestring proud... Now the protégé becomes the master!
@ChainsawNW1218
3 ай бұрын
Thank You for doing that in remembrance of Shoestring, I really enjoyed Your romp on the high iron on the Bristol line/Crescent Corridor, known as the Pulaski District and Christiansburg Districts were I film around Radford and Christiansburg VA, the trestle You went over was the New River trestle in Radford VA and the double tunnels past Christiansburg VA are known as Montgomery Tunnel, nice ride,always liked seeing Mark ride to Roanoke VA,R.I.P Shoestring!🛤🚂
@richardcox7926
Ай бұрын
This is all new to me. Got Shoestring's channel today. Actually, most of the day. I watched your time with him. Amazing. I'm 73. As a child, we lived on the west side of Route 51 the train tracks going north and south was was on the other side of the road. I remember guys coming to our house asking for food or coffee. My mother would make fried egg sandwiches and fill up a guart canning jar with coffee. I imagine our house was known as a safe place to ask for food or drink. I have looked back many times thinking what a wonderful thing. All people were welcome. My parents were a great influence on me. I missed Shoestring while he was making his videos. In a way he lives on in you. That inspires me. Thank you.
@AnywhereManHobo
Ай бұрын
Thank you
@vernlapoint1528
3 ай бұрын
What a honorable thing you're doing stay safe my friend 🌇 RIP SHOESTRING 🙏
@JohnShinn1960
3 ай бұрын
I hope Shoestring's watching. That and those Bic lighter widshields on your hat look interesting, sure to distract a bull during a confrontation. Stayin tuned! 👍🤠
@jeffreyhall838
3 ай бұрын
What a great video! Thanks for posting and have safe travels 👍
@lorettashepherd.
3 ай бұрын
Beautiful video Troy. Such a loving tribute to Shoestring. I very much know that Mark would approve. I love that you filmed this how Mark would have. I felt like I was riding with you and dear Shoestring. Bittersweet seeing you spread his ashes on the tracks. Mark was a close friend and I miss him so. But it brought a smile to my face seeing you honor Mark's memory. Spreading his ashes in places and on the rails that he truly loved. God bless you always brother Troy. Prayers for your safety and prayers that the Lord brings comfort to your grieving heart.
@WinahhTaylahh
2 ай бұрын
I got here from Ignited Coyote's link and I must say I'm thoroughly impressed, almost like I'm riding along with Shoestring again, keep on keeping his story and style alive my dude and you won't have any issues with me and I'm quite sure the rest of Shoestring's former followers and viewers. Good stuff!👍
@NorlandBoxcar
3 ай бұрын
So very good of you to do that for Shoestring and his family. Still hard to believe about his passing. I regret not ever meeting him when I had the chance to do so. I trust many feel the same. God Bless you brother and your good friend Mark. He's looking over you man..
@joecolanjr.8149
3 ай бұрын
This was so awesome my friend!! Thank you for taking Shoestring for one more ride!! I know hes right there with you riding for eternity!! Rest easy Shoestring....you will forever be missed!! Take care and safe travels my friend!!
@Runebone13
3 ай бұрын
Appreciate you doing this. Leave a tag for ol' Mr. Shoestring!
@miketripletfab4098
3 ай бұрын
Awesome video Troy, great of you to spread Marks ashes at all his favorite spots. Looking forward to the rest of the videos. I met you in Altoona a few months ago.
@rpdobbler
3 ай бұрын
Pretty awesome dude! He'd definitely of approved! You ever make it to Cleveland you have a place to stay! Cheers my friend!
@davewestner
3 ай бұрын
I'm sorry about your friend. You're a good guy for doing this tribute to Shoestring. And I appreciate being able to go along for part of the ride. It's interesting that you mentioned, "there's no wrong ride" as I was wondering about that at the beginning when you mentioned you weren't sure which way to go. As in, "would it be bad if he went the wrong way?" I kinda figured the answer to that is no, so I'm glad you confirmed it. Looking forward to the rest of your journey. Safe travels
@BrandyFenn-is1zr
3 ай бұрын
You're truly honoring your friend, he's smiling down on you 🚂💫🚂 Awesome video. R.I.P. Hobo Shoestring 🚂💫🚂🕊️🕊️
@AnywhereManHobo
2 ай бұрын
Thank you kindly
@82randyacman
3 ай бұрын
Shoestring was a great man what a legend.
@malfunctionjunction6212
3 ай бұрын
Thank you. Bsafe.
@the_minimalistic_adventure
3 ай бұрын
Everytime I hear someone/you say “Roanoke”, I always think of when Stobe mentioned it in his video and played “row, row, row your boat” on the piano. Lol. Love this video, man!
@JohnnyPerth
3 ай бұрын
Well done friend, a wonderful tribute
@tunercars3
3 ай бұрын
this is great love the longer videos and i wish i could have documented the wealth of knowledge mark shoestring had
@jimshook39
3 ай бұрын
This is outstanding! Thank you
@kennymilsom
3 ай бұрын
Thanks for doing this. I guess I can say my final goodbye to Shoestring. He would like the thought of his ashes spread all around his paths. Now he is riding the rails for eternity. Goodbye Mark, I am sure you will rest peacefully .
@JimmyCornPop
3 ай бұрын
Great video production. Carry on the Shoestring legacy.
@BenWillKing
26 күн бұрын
Just found you thru searching for Shoestring on KZitem. I just discovered today that he has passed. Really enjoyed getting to “know” him thru his videos, and very sad to hear of his passing. My condolences to his family. I’ve subbed to your channel, looking forward to following along just like I did with Mark.
@dbsnyder4503
3 ай бұрын
A wonderful tribute to the Hobo King.....Shoestring. Miss him dearly. But I just subscribed here! Looking forward to your adventures Troy. If you get up to Schenectady NY area, I'm close to the train yard if ya need anything. Ride on!
@Bigcornbread
2 ай бұрын
Hobo shoestring passed the torch to you troy keep up the awesome videos anywhere man
@Carolb66
3 ай бұрын
He would be proud. Be safe Troy. ❤
@taintedlove202
2 ай бұрын
Thank you for doing this. His backpack and bucket belong in a train museum, or maybe his family wants them…so very sad to lose him.💔
@slserenader
2 ай бұрын
man that looked like such a beautiful, scenic ride. Awesome video, RIP Shoestring.
@jeff9104
2 ай бұрын
Nice tribute to Shoestring, thanks.........I stumbled on to your channel and have subscribed. I've been watching old Shoestring videos that I haven't seen before and re-watching some that I have seen, be safe and have fun on your travels !
@elijahgrindstaff9561
3 ай бұрын
Thank you brother, safe travels.
@SPARTAN-RESOLVE
3 ай бұрын
Becoming a fan bro appreciate your homage to mark / shoestring as i use to tell mark on his channel god bless & be careful love the video 🙏💪🇺🇸🚂
@craigkuzniasz279
2 ай бұрын
Good deal keep on keepen on stay safe
@backdrft76
3 ай бұрын
Awesome video bro. Thank you so much for doing this and sharing it with us. Mark would be proud. Looking forward to more of your videos, and would love to hear your stories and knowledge about riding. Stay safe, and stay real.
@mikewatmough1312
2 ай бұрын
RIP Shoestring, you were very kind. 😢
@sc_mustangchick
3 ай бұрын
You're doing an excellent job Troy.
@sgtcarnage2772
2 ай бұрын
God speed Brotha 🫡🇺🇸, thanks for honoring this man’s legacy.
@GoofingoffwithJoshandRachel
3 ай бұрын
I wish you would bring Marks ashes to Alaska. Your always welcome at our shack inna woods.
@GoofingoffwithJoshandRachel
3 ай бұрын
Also ya could ride the A.R.R!!
@GoofingoffwithJoshandRachel
3 ай бұрын
Also ya could ride the A.R.R!!
@christianshadrick1150
3 ай бұрын
I thought I subscribed to your channel already when you were in Hobo Shoestring's video,subscribed now
@Goobijunga
2 ай бұрын
Shoestring rides again, Enjoy you two as much as I enjoy watching you both, ❤
@roberthardy2013
2 ай бұрын
Kinda fitting that a friend can scatter his ashes where HE would have wanted. Gonna miss the guy, so much information over he years.
@silviaconrad8585
Ай бұрын
These guys have good spirit. The world hasn't tainted them.
@Autumn-lj3zd
2 ай бұрын
Thank you! Please stay safe!
@terrywebb8636
2 ай бұрын
Great job, Shoestring would be pleased. 😊
@terryburke2033
2 ай бұрын
I was telling my railsafe trainer about you the other day and how even though I don’t personally know you I know your a great guy…he was happy to hear you don’t go live on tik tok while riding to not encourage others to do what you do and was saddened to hear about shoestring…keep on rocking brotha there’s a lot of us that enjoy your adventures 👊👊👊👊
@user-nh3cr2kg4r
2 ай бұрын
Thank you for this video RIP shoestring 👍🇺🇸
@missys199
3 ай бұрын
Honestly, his ashes (ALL of them) should be scattered on the Dalton Highway in Alaska. He LOVED Alaska. No matter what was happening, no matter what part, that's where he was the happiest!! And it was all he talked about every chance he got. Alaska
@AnywhereManHobo
2 ай бұрын
What im doing are in the wishes of his family. I may make my way up to Alaska next year to put some there. I cant plan things given my lifestyle however
@missys199
Ай бұрын
@AnywhereManHobo I get it. I know you're just doing what his family wants. It's on them not you. They are NOT doing anything he wants. I didn't know him personally. I just watched his videos like most people. But I know there's at least one video where he mentions where he wanted to be BURIED, not cremated! But of course the so called money hungry family that barely knew him are going to go with cremation because it's way cheaper! Sorry not sorry, I just don't have nothing for his " family ". When someone rarely goes around their blood relatives, there's usually a reason for it. I'm just going to stop right there.
@CORNPOP24
3 ай бұрын
He loved Alaska.
@margiecooper6045
3 ай бұрын
Thank you. ❤️
@JBrown_13
3 ай бұрын
Such a beautiful country out there. If you ever find yourself near dumpy old Philly, I’d love to meet up and listen to some stories.
@Preciousmiller1
3 ай бұрын
Enjoy your journey. Be safe 👍
@michaelelm34
3 ай бұрын
Reminds me of Lonesome dove, taking his friend back home to be buried. 😢
@tedhansen3846
3 ай бұрын
👍Beautiful country!
@Autumn-lj3zd
3 ай бұрын
Safe travels. God bless!
@banditjones3632
2 ай бұрын
Great video. Thanks.
@Beemomoutdoors
2 ай бұрын
Very nice of you to do this for Mr shoes string
@davidbird4713
2 ай бұрын
If you get stopped by the bulls, if you explain what you're doing unless they have no heart, they should let you go. Good travelling and Stay safe.
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