I had a lot of fun with this video. I tried some new editing tricks, some added video elements, and some new video effects. I also really enjoyed learning about the history along this route. It was a beautiful ride on a beautiful day. Ride along with the FatTire nomad.

Episode: Bells & Batteaux

https://fattirenomad.com/2026/03/25/howardsville-turnpike-ebike-ride/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

New on FatTire Nomad: Jackson River Scenic Trail. We rode 20 miles from Covington to Natural Well on this scenic former C&O rail line through Virginia’s Alleghany Highlands. Video + blog now live. #GravelRide #RailTrail #bikeva #historyinthewoods #ebikeadventure #ebike #cycleva #bikelife

https://fattirenomad.com/2026/03/16/jackson-river-scenic-trail/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Meet The Wanderer — a 2023 Giant Stance E+ built for distance, not drama. Dual-battery range, Schwalbe Hurricanes, and an all-day cockpit for Virginia's fire roads and national forest gravel. New build post is live. 🚵

https://fattirenomad.com/2026/03/10/giant-stance-e-plus-custom-build-giant-stance-e-custom-build/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

So, I recently came upon this little - I guess - Complex of abandoned houses. They're all off of a larger ranch in Nelson County, VA. The first two houses appear to have been identical prior to the first's porch falling in.

I'm thinking these were maybe part of staff housing for the ranch at some point? Not sure, what are your thoughts?

#ebikelife #ruralexploration #ruralphotography #historyinthewoods #abandonedhouse #bikeva #backroadadventure #ebikeadventures #visitnelsoncounty

Found this little gem on a recent maintenance ride in Nelson County. It sits right off of Wilson Rd (VA 653), but I couldn't find any information on it online.

Anyone know what this church is/was and when it was last receiving parishioners?

#visitnelsoncounty #bikelife #bikeva #historyinthewoods #backroadadventure #fattirenomad #fattirevagabond #ruralexploration #aventonbikes #ruralexploration #ruralamerica #ruralphotography #abandonedplaces #abandonedworld #EBike #ebikeadventures

Went a different direction from my normal maintenance ride routs - stumbled on some more old ghosts. This house just gave off a creepy vibe from the moment I laid eyes on it. When I rolled up in front of it, I got an overwhelming feeling to not come any closer.... so I didn't.

#visitnelsoncounty #historyinthewoods #cyclinglife #bikeva #ruins #fattirenomad #fattirevagabond #rurallife #ruralphotography #backroads #backroadadventure #Aventon #aventonbikes #ruralexploration #oldhouse #OldHouseLove

Escaped the ice and rode a rare warm Valentine’s Day on the Virginia Capital Trail—from Great Shiplock’s canal locks to quiet miles at Dorey Park. 20+ easy eBike miles, big riverfront history, zero traffic stress. New blog up now: Richmond Riverfront Ride.

https://fattirenomad.com/2026/02/18/virginia-capital-trail-shiplock-dorey/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

New review: BiKASE BumpStop suspension seat post earns 3/5 on the Nomad. Quieter & more comfortable than stock, but fitment needs shims. 50mm travel, 300lb capacity, $139.99. Real-world testing after 500+ miles. Is it worth the upgrade? Read the full breakdown!

https://fattirenomad.com/2026/02/18/bikase-bumpstop-suspension-seat-post/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Cloud-9 Cruiser Select Airflow ES review is live! All-day comfort on backroads, rail-trails, and town miles—with one big wet-weather flaw that keeps it at 4/5 “Trail Ready.” Read more: 👉

https://fattirenomad.com/2026/02/13/cloud-9-bike-saddle-review/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Dialing in cockpit comfort? New on the blog: why the Deity Highside 80mm rise bar just earned a 5/5 “Trail King” rating from FatTire Nomad. Upright, controlled, and zero-regrets upgrade.

https://fattirenomad.com/2026/02/12/deity-highside-80mm-rise-bars-review/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social