GETTING STARTED ON THE ROUTE TO FREEDOM
So you want to be an adventure cyclist, but you’re not sure how to get started? We’ve got the answers. Our How To Department is chock full of helpful tips that provide basic information for bike travel. Learn how to read our maps, pack, prepare for bike travel, and ship your bike—just to name a few instructive topics.
Not sure if you want to do tours on your own or join one of Adventure Cycling's self contained or supported tours? Find out the FAQs concerning our tours.
You can also visit our online The Cyclists' Yellow Pages, which lists a vast assortment of resources that will complement the information already listed on our maps.
Don't forget our online store, featuring our world reknowned maps, the best books, and tested gear for bike travel.
OTHER TOURING RESOURCES ONLINE
Visit our friends at these helpful websites:
Bicycle Touring 101
Crazy Guy on a Bike
Warm Showers List
Biking Bis
Fully Loaded Touring
Pedal Pushers Online
AFRCIAN AMERICANS AND CYCLING
Major Taylor Association, Inc was formed by to honor the 1899 world champion bicycle racer who overcame racial prejudice to become the first internationally acclaimed African-American sports star. The organization's mission is to memorialize Major Taylor in recognition of his athletic achievements and strength of character -- his sportsmanship, concern for those less fortunate, devotion to God, and personal struggle for equality. Further, MTA aims to create a living memorial to Taylor by conducting good works in his name and educating people about his life and legacy.
Major Taylor Cycling Clubs Involved with this route
LEARN ABOUT THE UNDERGROUND RAILROAD
Immerse yourself in the rich history of the Underground Railroad and learn about modern-day efforts to promote freedom. Here is a list of resources that will enable you to explore the history of slavery in the United States, the Underground Railroad, and past and present civil rights efforts.
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