Companions Wanted
Photo by Kerry O'Connell
Each year, hundreds of cyclists grab their maps, plan their tours, pack their panniers or trailers, and head for the open roads and trails of America. Many of these intrepid two-wheeled travelers would like to have company for the journey. If you're looking for a touring companion for your adventure, here's the place to start. The cyclists below are all members of the Adventure Cycling Association, and they're getting ready to pack up and take off.
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Asia
Indian Himalayas
Created: Jul 17, 2023
Fit male in his 40s just back from a 9 months ride in South America looking for a companion rider to ride parts of the Indian Himalayas. I grew up in India and speak Hindi. I am thinking of Manali to Leh but am open to other rides. I have extensive backpacking and biking and hopefully soon will have my EMT certification. The tentative time is between October 2023 - January 2024. Please reach out with any questions, suggestions, or other ideas for riding in Asia. Thanks and safe riding.
SE Asia 2024
Created: Jun 14, 2023
I am a fit and experienced 65-year old male cycling tourist looking to do a tour of SE Asia (Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand, and Laos) starting in early January 2024 and returning in late March or early April. I am flexible on the route but my initial plan is to do a clockwise loop of SE Asia starting and ending in Hanoi. As a minimum, I hope to visit HaLong Bay, the Mekong Delta, Angkor Wat, Khao Yai National Park, Sukhothai Historical Park, and Luang Prabang. I plan to stay in guesthouses, hostels, and small hotels and leave the camping gear at home. Averaging about 50 miles per day with days off for rest depending on weather. Company welcome!
Australia
Great Ocean Road west of Melbourne
Created: Aug 25, 2023
I'm a US citizen planning to ride Australia's Great Ocean Road sometime between December 2023 and February 2024, and would prefer to do it with company. My plan is to take the train westbound from Melbourne to Warrnambool, overnight there, and then ride back unsupported. I'm planning to average 40 miles/day so as to have the time to stop and smell the roses. Will overnight in hotels, and expect to arrive back in Melbourne in 7-8 days. My plan is to have all overnight accommodations in place before beginning the ride to avoid uncertainties. I'm a reasonably fit 68-year-old male but would welcome the company of any riders in search of an adventure.
Cross Country
Companions for TransAmerica Adventure Summer '24
Created: Sep 13, 2023
Hey there fellow adventure seekers! I'm a 22-year-old college student from St. Louis, set to graduate in May. I'm looking for some awesome companions to join me on an epic trip. My goal is to conquer the TransAmerica Trail, but I'm also open to detours to explore the incredible sights along the way. I'm planning to kick off this adventure around June 1 and I'm aiming to cover an average of 65mi a day. I'm all about the camping and self-support experience, but the occasional motel room for some R&R wouldn't hurt either. This will be my first serious bike tour, and while I'm hitting the books and doing some shakedown rides in the spring to prepare, I'm excited to learn and grow with fellow riders. Let me know if you're interested.
Atlantic Coast (FL to CT) Self-Supported E-bike
Created: Sep 11, 2023
After many years of self-supported bicycle touring and a recent retirement, 62-year-old male made the decision to pursue my passion with a bit of assistance from an e-bike. My plan is to ride self-supported from my home outside Fort Lauderdale to a summer residence in NW Connecticut primarily using Adventure Cycling's Atlantic Coast route. The need for electric to recharge batteries makes planning a bit more problematic, but camping will be a priority with use of motels as needed. Input regarding route, daily mileage, and overnights is welcome to make this an adventure to remember for all. I anticipate a late April departure and welcome both electric and traditional bicycles.
'24 Southern Tier - West to East
Created: Aug 23, 2023
Seeking two additional male companions for the Southern Tier leaving either April 10, 2024 OR September 2024, from San Diego. Self-supported means we will be camping, hotels, Warmshowers. I am 63 (been cycling since I was 15), retired, married and plan to average 60 miles/day with a recharge day every 8 or so. I can provide transport to an airport nearby St. Augustine, Florida, upon completion if need be. I am doing this ride as a benefit for Biking for Babies, a national organization raising funds for pregnancy resource centers nationwide. Serious inquiries - let's plan early and do this!
Transcontinental tour 2024
Created: Jul 21, 2023
Seeking riding companions to join me on my first coast to coast tour in 2024. I'm thinking Northern Tier, TransAmerica, or possibly Rails to Trails. I'm a 62-year-old male residing in Missouri. I'm in good physical condition and want to do serious miles while still seeing the sights along the way with no hard deadlines. I want to be self-supported and camp most of the time. I can be flexible about most details. I am hoping to find companions in the Midwest with similar aspirations to help with logistics as I am inexperienced with planning an extended ride such as this. If interested please message me and let's discuss it. Best regards Alan
Southern Tier in April/May 2024
Created: Jul 19, 2023
I am looking for 1 or more companions for a Southern Tier trip starting in April 2024. I would like to ride 60-80 miles a day. I imagine to ride 3-4 hours in the morning, stop for lunch for 1-2 hours, then ride 3-4 more hours to camp. I plan to camp most of the trip, but stay in a hotel to clean up every few days or when the weather is bad. I also expect to take a rest day every 5 days or so. I plan to eat from a restaurant or food truck at least once a day to limit the amount of food I have to carry. I will not be riding for a political cause. Please send me an email if you are interested in joining and we can have a chat for more details. Cheers!
May 2024 Northern Tier East to West
Created: Jun 20, 2023
59-year-old married male trike rider seeking companions to ride 50-70 miles a day from Maine to Washington State starting mid-May 2024. Will stop at my Indiana home for repairs and replacement parts. Self-supported; camping and Warmshowers to keep the budget reasonable. A competent mechanic, this is my first transcontinental trip.
W/E TransAmerica o Norther Tier Late May Supported
Created: May 8, 2023
I am wanting to put together a supported tour from the West Coast, Oregon, or Washington, to anywhere on the East Coast. I'm afraid I don't have a vehicle for support. But perhaps either you do or we can rent a U-haul or some such thing? I am 66 and in decent shape. I would prefer to camp out, but occasional motels. The more the merrier. I am in no hurry and I ride somewhat slow.
Europe
Romania in 2024
Created: Sep 18, 2023
Seasoned cycle tourist tentatively planning a three-four week trip through Romania (and maybe Eastern Slovakia) in the summer of 2024. Dates TBD, but likely in August-September. I'm looking for just one other individual, male or female age 35+, to join me for the adventure. Must be sociable, able to handle poor weather and the unexpected cheerfully, fully vaccinated and a non-smoker. A witty sense of humor and an interest in meeting the locals, exploring the culture, history and historic sites highly desirable. Flying from Washington, DC to Bucharest. Estimated 600-900 miles and 40-50 miles a day. Overnights in B&Bs, pensions and small, family-run hotels.
Athens to Oslo
Created: Sep 18, 2023
Looking for 1 or 2 travel partners to cycle EuroVelo routes 8 to 7 to 12, Athens to Oslo starting in April 2024. I am a 61-year-old male retired physician. Plan is to travel approx 40 to 60 miles per day with layover days when inspired. Should take 3 to 3.5 months. Self-supported: (camp sites) when rural, hotels/hostels in the cities. Should be easygoing person with good attitude and enthusiasm, love of outdoors, culture, and a good cyclist. You can do all or part of this ride.
Great Divide Mountain Bike Route
Complete Great Divide Mountain Bike Route
Created: Aug 18, 2023
I am a 66-year-old male looking for two to three companions to do the Great Divide Tour. Can start from Banff or the Canadian border and ride to Antelope Wells. Plan to go self-contained and open to a recharge day every 8 or so, possibly staying in a better appointed accommodation than a tent. I have lots of cycling experience accumulated over 40-plus years and recently completed a segment (Whitefish to Helena) of the GDMBR. Desire to ride at an enjoyable pace and not as a race (average ~ 40 miles/day). Would like to start in early July 2024. Gender, race, etc. are not important. Only requirements: A desire to have fun coupled with a sense of humor.
Montana sections of Great Divide
Created: Jul 1, 2022
I am looking for 1-2 companions for the Montana sections of the Great Divide. I have the first two weeks of September to ride. Strong rider, 53-year-old woman, flexible for right company. Let's chat!
Mid-Atlantic
Companion wanted
Created: Sep 8, 2023
Looking for someone to join me on short overnighters or 3-5 day bikepacking trips around DC area. Looking to do part or all of the GAP\C&O trails, bike to Ocean City, Shenandoah, etc. Email if interested. Married 58-year-old male. I've done a few solo overnighters. Looking for companion(s) for safety and to enjoy bikepacking.
Cross country bike trip
Created: Aug 18, 2023
Hello, I'm a 22-year-old experienced rider and avid outdoorsman who's been on a bike since I can remember (trail riding, jumping, road, gravel etc.). Riding every day and looking to join a group or others interested in a cross-country bike trip from west to east. Figure at least 50 miles a day (50-100) with breaks and whatnot. Looking to camp and throw some motels in the mix as this would be my first cross-country and I'm really just aiming to do some sightseeing and learn the route! Please feel free to hit me up as I'm also interested in shorter trips to build up to this and talk logistics and whatnot! Let's make somethin happen!! ???
Midwest
Beginner: Road Touring / Gravel
Created: Sep 25, 2023
Seeking advice and/or companion for easy starter tours. I just got the great equalizer: a stealthy E-Bike suitable for road touring or gravel. Assisted range about 30 miles; pedals well without assist. Plan: Triple that daily assisted range with accessories. I wish to do some starter tours; I am based in Central Ohio but can travel easily 1 or 2 states in any direction. Often visit DC/Maryland. Prefer inn-to-inn. Please contact me with any ideas or proposed tours. Thank You.
North America
Baja '24
Created: Sep 25, 2023
Seeking an experienced bike tour/bikepacker to ride from San Diego to the bottom of Baja starting early January, date to be determined. Plan on riding Highway 1 and part of Baja Divide sections when appropriate. 40 to 60 miles per day average. Lots of detours, lots of interacting with locals. I'm a writer and will be writing about the experience. Looking for someone easygoing, likes to laugh, fit. Camping most of time, hotel and Warmshowers when needed. Bikepacking School is a book I wrote, and will be writing a second edition soon. Let me know if you're interested and we can zoom and get to know each other.
Northeast
DAY RIDES NEWBPORT MA, CONCORD NH, WOLFEBORO NH, P'MO NH SEPT 25-28 2023
Created: Sep 20, 2023
Join us for one, two, three or four days of loop-based cyclotouring in Southern New Hampshire. Mostly backroads, Each loop c 50 miles, start c 8:00 am downtown: Newburyport, MA (Sept 25), Concord NH (Sept 26), Wolfeboro NH (Sept 27) , Portsmouth NH (Sept 28)-- Bive: Second breakfast & late lunch stops @ local digs, ride as a group (not peloton) especially in highways. Recreational endurance pace (c 12-13 mph on flats). . Must enjoy local coffee & microbrew stops. Team players only! Bonus: meet future pals for bicycle touring in New England & beyond (me: Cambridge MA -based F prof with MA in bike daydreaming & PhD in enjoyment of life).
Oct 8-10: No. MA-So. NH FALL FOLIAGE INN-TO-INN
Created: Aug 30, 2023
Perfect introduction to multi-day touring. Columbus Day weekend+ join an easy fall foliage touring weekend Northern.MA + Southern NH with focus on charming small towns, Starting at (Boston)- Anderson/Woburn MBTA Sunday Oct 8 am (route includes Merrimac-Amesbury-Exeter-Portsmouth-Newburyport-Ipswich-Boston. Mainly backroads/bikepaths, c 50 miles per day, largely flat. Never too far from a train station or an Uber ride. Average speed c 12 mph, coffee/bakery stops. Stay at Inns (no camping!) in Exeter (Oct 8) and Ipswich (Oct 9).
NW CT CYCLISTS TO SCOUT SOUTHFIELD-PROVIDENCE RT?
Created: Aug 18, 2023
Looking for cyclists from Southern Pioneer Valley MA and NorthWest CT to help me in scouting the MA-CT portions of a backroads circle route (Boston)-Wachussetts-Amherst-Northhampton-Westfield-Southwick-xxx-Providence-(Boston). Have done all portions and have great routes for all parts except the xxx Southwick-Providence. The route I have in mind would involve the Farmington Canal Heritage Trail and possibly Mossup CT. Me: polyglot professor interested in fun inn-to-inn touring and inter-modal tours including the commuter rail (do not own a car).
Empire State trail (2023 late aug or sept)
Created: Aug 2, 2023
60-year-old married male looking for company on EST ride (either direction). I'm flexible on dates. Prefer camping with occasional hotel night. I ride about 50-70 miles per day. Not looking to do any crazy miles or fast pace.
Trips out of the Philly area
Created: Jan 9, 2023
I am a 54-year-old male looking for multi-day rides out of the Philly area. Round trips Philly to Gettysburg, Philly to Lancaster, Philly to NYC, Philly to Cape May, Philly to Port Jervis, etc. Adventure Cycling routes can be used or create our own. I am open to camping or hotels, 50-80 miles per day and averaging 16-19 mph depending on the terrain. I am flexible with all the above, email me if interested.
Block Island RI Exploration by Bike
Created: Mar 15, 2022
Bike tour of Block Island and other Rhode Island locales. Timing flexible (I'm 62, retired economist, male). Or bike tour of Manhattan or 100-mile bike trail on Florida Keys? Or, maybe Pacific Coast? Prefer female biker but has to be platonic/friend only cause I'm married...my wife still teaches full time so she doesn't want to go. Also, will do coast-to-coast fundraiser for Ukrainian if you want to commit three months to that. Other biking ideas?
Northwest
Rolling in the Pacific Northwest
Created: Aug 29, 2022
Fit, 60-year-old woman, in Puget Sound region, looking for biking buddies to explore Western and Eastern Washington, with a bias for as few motorized vehicles as possible. Day rides and weekend getaways. ~40 miles per day, sightseeing pace (i.e. relatively slow). Respond with cycling experience and goals/wishes. Preference for cycling in rural areas, and on recreational trails, the less cars the better.
Pacific Coast
SF to LA Pacific Coast in Oct 13-20, 2023
Created: Sep 14, 2023
Biking from SF to LA (Pacific Coast) from October 13-20, 2023. I'm no longer looking for more direct day-to-day companions, but if you're doing the same route, would love to share info (e.g., Highway 1 road closures) or see if we cross paths.
Short Southern California Coast Ride
Created: Jul 3, 2023
I am hoping to do a relatively short several day ride from Santa Monica or perhaps a bit farther north to San Diego in October down the coast. I am planning on staying in motels and not exactly rouging it. There is nothing like a nice hot shower and even a hot tub on the ride. Also, I am no longer a crack of dawn type so not planning on cranking out the miles per day, The bike i will be using is a fast touring or gravel bike able to carry a few changes of clothes and such. Me - male, 68 and relatively fit.
Southeast
Melbourne Florida to Key West
Created: Sep 25, 2023
I'm an older male experienced cyclist looking for a cycling partner for a trip in Florida this November. I'm planning November 14 to 26 from Melbourne to Key West (356 miles) at a leisurely pace of about 40 miles per day with stops for sightseeing and photography.
Florida Keys Tour...January 27th...February 1, 2024
Created: Jul 31, 2023
No e-bikes on this tour. This is not a commercial tour...I do not charge for leading. A limited number of bikers will be invited to join me on my 49th tour of the Florida Keys. All riders must be self-supported, self-reliant and capable of riding 52-55 miles per day. No SAG. You must be able to carry all that you require for the 6-day, 250-mile tour. The tour will begin and end in Key Largo. All riders must accept my rider expectations. If interested, send me an email for rider expectations.
Florida connector January 2024
Created: Jul 3, 2023
I am 53-year-old man looking for like-minded companion to ride the Adventure Cycling Florida connector from St Augustine to West Palm Beach then the East Coast Greenway back to St Augustine. Plan to mostly camp with hotel every couple days. Average 12-15 mph about 60 miles per day. Not in a big hurry, Plan to see the sights as I am escaping the Pennsylvania winter. If interested in more details, contact email.
Florida Keys Tour....October 28-November 2, 2023
Created: Apr 10, 2023
No e-bikes on this tour This is not a commercial tour...I do not charge for leading. A limited number of bikers will be invited to join me on my 48th tour of the Florida Keys. All riders must be self-supported, self-reliant and capable of riding 52-55 miles per day. No SAG. You must be able to carry all that you require for the 6-day, 250-mile tour. The tour will begin and end in Key Largo. All riders must accept my rider expectations. If interested, send me an email for rider expectations.
Tandem captain seeks visually impaired stoker
Created: Nov 4, 2021
I bike over 6,400 miles a year, about a third of it on a tandem. I am seeking a visually impaired person or other handicapped person who would enjoy the opportunity to bike with me as a "stoker" in Tampa Bay area. I have seen this offered in NYC, DC, and Cali, but not in Tampa Bay. Video: https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=730343804125600. Blind Stokers Club (BSC) enables biking for visually impaired http://blindstokersclub.org. To see samples of rides I do with Tampa Bay Cycling, a Meetup and Facebook group with 3000 cyclists https://meetu.ps/ I am listed as Paul S on those rides. I could bring my tandem to the stoker's choice of our group rides.
Southwest
AZ trail November 16-26, 2023
Created: Aug 8, 2023
Looking for like-minded companion for the Arizona Trail this fall. Starting south of Grand Canyon- will probably fly into Phoenix. Please be strong but humble and not "racing dude" minded. I am an experienced rider but new to desert/sand riding. 54-year-old female with a strong spirit and problem-solving minded. Well-prepared, wilderness first aid skills, outdoor living savvy. Ready to go? Contact using email address below. Kelle
Southern California Deserts Las Vegas to San Diego
Created: Dec 15, 2022
Seeking fellow bicyclists - 4 - 6, men and/or women, who love the desert. Visit Death Valley, Mohave Desert, Joshua Tree, Salton Sea, Anza-Borrega State Park. Leave November 2023. Trip length 14 to 17 days. Camping in parks, wild camping, motels. Communal meals and restaurants. Van support possible (shared cost) to carry gear, food, water. Final itinerary to be determined by road conditions, weather, and Santa Ana winds. Email me for detailed description and pictures. Many years experience, married, male, in good condition.
Southern California Deserts Las Vegas to San Diego
Created: Dec 12, 2022
Seeking fellow bicyclists: 4 to 6, men and/or women, who love the desert. Visit Death Valley, Mohave Desert, Joshua Tree, Salton Sea, Anza-Borrega State Park. Leave November 2023. Trip length 14 to 17 days. Camping in parks, wild camping, motels. Communal meals and restaurants. Van support possible (shared cost) to carry gear, food, water. Final itinerary to be determined by road conditions, weather, and Santa Ana winds. Email me for detailed description and pictures. Many years experience, married, male, in good condition.
Western Canada
Canadian Rockies to Glacier National Park
Created: Sep 18, 2023
Experienced retired male looking for companions (M/F) to cycle from Jasper, Alberta, to West Glacier, Montana, following the Adventure Cycling "Great Parks North" Sections 1 & 2. Route includes Jasper and Banff National Parks and "Going to Sun Road" in Glacier Natl. Park in mid August 2024. Route is rated as one of the most beautiful journeys on the planet. 11 days, averaging 52 miles per day at a relaxed pace. Self-supported means we will be camping along with a few motels where available.
Canadian Rockies to Glacier National Park
Created: Aug 24, 2023
Experienced retired male looking for companions (M/F) to cycle from Jasper, Alberta, to West Glacier, Montana, following the Adventure Cycling "Great Parks North" Sections 1 & 2. Route includes Jasper and Banff National Parks and "Going to Sun Road" in Glacier Natl. Park in mid/late June 2024. Route is rated as one of the most beautiful journeys on the planet. 11 days, averaging 50-60 miles per day at a relaxed pace. Self-supported means we will be camping along with a few motels where available.
Please note: Adventure Cycling assumes, but cannot verify, that the persons advertising here are truthfully representing themselves. You should always take some time to meet your prospective traveling companions and discuss your tour plans before you begin your travels together.
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