I am a freight train rider. AMA

So is this like a Chris Mccandless thing, where you've under taken some spiritual journey? Is it just for fun/the experience? Or are you on the run? Any thoughts about an end to your movement?

Thanks for doing this!

Im not sure who that is, so idk. Mostly it's for fun. I think all the time about going home and settling down, but once I get there it takes about a week before I get that itch to hit the road again.

Chris Mccandless left his home and went on a spiritual journey across America. There's the book about him called Into The Wild, there's also a movie adaptation of the same name and im pretty sure Sean Penn is in it. It's a great book and you'll probably be able to relate to the character since you pretty much do the same thing.

Oh I've heard about it. I guess I'll check it out soon.

How are you accessing the internet right now...? Library?

I'm at my aunts house.

Hope you're still answering cuz this is a great AMA.

Do you take a break in the winter or really harsh weather?

Ever had anything stolen or get mugged?

I just go South for the Winter. I've never been mugged but certainly had stuff stolen by some slime-balls.

Rockon! I've done some hitching myself, never rode the trains, but have mad respect for anyone living an alternative lifestyle like what you're doing

keep on truckin'

you ever go to rainbow gathering?

Lol I've been to a bunch, but I really cannot stand those fucking hippies. I swear to god if one more person calls me brother bear....

Thanks for doing this. I was one of those kids who loved trains and train lore, so knowing that this sort of thing still happens makes me smile a little. Like many things, I probably enjoy the idea of it a lot more than I would enjoy the actual experience. Now, a question: do you often run into pieces of "rail car graffiti" which are clearly done by the same person? (I'm thinking some repeating motif like "Herbie.")

Yeah I see a lot of the same tags. I really enjoy just watching trains to see if I recognize any.

how do you deal with being around so many junkies?

Alcohol.