Our mission is to
inspire people of all
ages to travel by bicycle.
We help cyclists explore
the landscapes and history
of America for fitness,
fun, and self-discovery.
More About Us.
Adventure Cycling Association’s nonprofit mission is to inspire people of all ages to travel
by bicycle for fitness, fun, and self-discovery. Founded in 1974 as Bikecentennial, Adventure Cycling is the premier bicycle travel organization in North America with 44,500 members nationwide.
As a nonprofit organization, all proceeds from tours, sales, and membership go directly back into supporting our mission and programs. Adventure Cycling is headquartered in Missoula, Montana.
EXPLORE OUR ROUTES & MAPS
We research, produce, and sell some of the best cycling maps anywhere. Covering 38,158 meticulously-mapped miles, the Adventure Cycling Route Network covers the U.S. (and bits of Canada). Learn more about the maps that we create specifically for cyclists. You can purchase maps in our online store.
GET INSPIRED WITH ADVENTURE CYCLIST MAGAZINE
Our members-only publication, Adventure Cyclist, is full of inspiring bicycle travel stories and beautiful photography from all over the world. Adventure Cycling members receive nine issues of the magazine a year. Check out some of the past articles from Adventure Cyclist magazine in our Publications Archive.
USE THE CYCLISTS' YELLOW PAGES TO PLAN AN ADVENTURE
The Cyclists' Yellow Pages is a worldwide resource guide for bicycle travelers. Use this resource to plan your own bicycle adventures. You can search for bicycle maps, guide
books, tour operators, bike shops, U.S. Bicycle and Pedestrian Office information, plus much more.
BUY THE BEST GEAR FOR BICYCLE TRAVEL
Our Cyclosource online store carries bicycle travel gear, clothing, our cycling maps, and much more.
LEARN HOW TO TRAVEL BY BICYCLE
Our How-To Department provides educational articles that answer many of the most
frequently asked questions about selecting appropriate gear, tour planning, packing lists, training, packing your bike for shipping,
and much more.
DISCUSS BICYCLE TRAVEL WITH OTHERS
Use our Forums to ask questions and get replies from experienced bicycle tourists. Check out hundreds of Journal entries and read about people's bike touring
experiences. Or add your own to share with others.