# Adventure Cycling Association > Discover What Awaits --- ## Pages - [Eastern Canada Route Research Rider Opportunity](https://www.adventurecycling.org/about-us/employment/ecr-research-rider/): Adventure Cycling Association is seeking three riders to help research and vet our upcoming Eastern Canada Route in June and... - [Store](https://www.adventurecycling.org/store/): Shop Gear up for your mission. Support Ours. Merch Apparel Routes Posters Featured Items Why Shop with Us? Professionally Crafted... - [Marketing Contractor (Part-Time)](https://www.adventurecycling.org/about-us/employment/marketing-contractor/): Position: Marketing Contractor Hours: Part-time, 20 hours per week Contract Dates: June 1, 2026 – Dec 31, 2026 Compensation: $28-38/hr... - [Development Manager](https://www.adventurecycling.org/about-us/employment/development-manager/): Position: Development Manager Reports to: Interim Executive Director/VP of Engagement Start Date: 6/1/26 Salary: $60,000-$70,000 Position Overview: Adventure Cycling seeks... - [rsvp](https://www.adventurecycling.org/membership/campfire-chats/rsvp/): Join Us for Campfire Chats Your seat around the fire is waiting. Thank you for being a member! Campfire Chats... - [Campfire Chats](https://www.adventurecycling.org/membership/campfire-chats/): Campfire Chats Real stories. Real riders. Real talk — just for members. Join us around the Campfire. Some of the... - [General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR) Compliance](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/gpsr/): The General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR) is a cornerstone of the EU’s product safety framework, in effect as of December... - [In-Person Events](https://www.adventurecycling.org/anniversary-events/calendar/): In-Person Events Toast new friends and old in honor of 50 years of great bike adventures Upcoming Events A TransAm... - [Join Adventure Cycling](https://www.adventurecycling.org/join/): Join the Movement Build Better Bike Travel Join Adventure Cycling as a member and help create safer routes, stronger communities,... - [Renew Membership](https://www.adventurecycling.org/membership/renew-membership/): Renew Your Membership To Build Better Bike Travel When you renew your Adventure Cycling membership, you help create safer routes... - [Track](https://www.adventurecycling.org/anniversary-events/drop-in/track/): Drop-in Rides Tracking Dot watch riders on three epic routes all season long Meet Our Ambassadors Ryan Van Duzer Route:... - [50 More Years](https://www.adventurecycling.org/belong/give/50-more-years/): Our Best Miles Are Still Ahead Building the next 50 years depends on what we do together right now. Our... - [Spring 2026](https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2026-issues/spring-2026/): Digital Edition Download the Spring 2026 issue. In this Issue Editor’s Letter: Pulling Back the Curtain Reader Letters How to... - [Thank You!](https://www.adventurecycling.org/inquiry-forms-ads/get-your-map-catalog-meta/thank-you/): Thank you for your interest in the Adventure Cyclist magazine. You can access your digital copy here, and you’ll receive... - [Tracing the Divide](https://www.adventurecycling.org/anniversary-events/gatherings/tracing-the-divide/): Adventure Cycling, Lunar Door Productions, and Denver Beer Co. present: Tracing the Divide — A Free Documentary Film Screening Come... - [Gatherings](https://www.adventurecycling.org/anniversary-events/gatherings/) - [2026 Issues](https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2026-issues/): March 1, 2026 Spring 2026 A solo tour through Arizona’s high desert; a new French bike hostel; what to do... - [Winter 2025](https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2025-issues/winter-2025/): Digital Edition Download the Winter 2025 issue. In this Issue Take Me to Your Leader: A Q&A with Andy Williamson,... - [Thank You!](https://www.adventurecycling.org/inquiry-forms-ads/grab-a-free-tour-catalog-meta/thank-you/): Thank you for your interest in Adventure Cycling organized tours! You can access your digital Tours Brochure here anytime. If... - [Get Your Free Guided Cycling & Bikepacking Tours Brochure](https://www.adventurecycling.org/inquiry-forms-ads/grab-a-free-tour-catalog-google/): Explore 2026 guided trips, weekend getaways, long-distance rides, and bikepacking-style adventures. Whether you’re dreaming of a relaxed four-day getaway or... - [Thank You!](https://www.adventurecycling.org/inquiry-forms-ads/grab-a-free-tour-catalog-google/thank-you/): Thank you for your interest in Adventure Cycling organized tours! You can access your digital Tours Brochure here anytime. If... - [Voting Rules](https://www.adventurecycling.org/members/member-voting-for-building-sale/voting-rules/): Voting Rules Vote Pass Requirements At least 10% of membership must vote to reach a quorum. The vote passes if... - [Member Voting for Building Sale](https://www.adventurecycling.org/members/member-voting-for-building-sale/): Vote FOR the Building Sale to Secure Adventure Cycling’s Future This page is currently for information only. The voting period... - [Drop In](https://www.adventurecycling.org/anniversary-events/drop-in/): 50th Anniversary Drop-In Rides A Celebration by Bike There’s no better way to honor 50 years of adventure than by... - [Thank You!](https://www.adventurecycling.org/inquiry-forms/newsletter-sign-up-meta/thank-you/): Yay! You’re all signed up to receive our bi-monthly newsletter Bike Bits. Each issue features highlights from Adventure Cyclist magazine,... - [C&O Canal/GAP Spring](https://www.adventurecycling.org/guided-tours/self-contained-tours/co-canal-gap-spring/) - [Great Divide Montana](https://www.adventurecycling.org/guided-tours/self-contained-tours/great-divide-montana/) - [Selkirk Splendor](https://www.adventurecycling.org/guided-tours/self-contained-tours/selkirk-splendor/) - [Black Hills](https://www.adventurecycling.org/guided-tours/inn-to-inn-tours/black-hills-inn-to-inn/) - [Vermont](https://www.adventurecycling.org/guided-tours/inn-to-inn-tours/vermont-inn-to-inn/) - [Cycle the Divide - Montana](https://www.adventurecycling.org/guided-tours/fully-supported-tours/cycle-the-divide-montana/) - [Epic Great Divide](https://www.adventurecycling.org/guided-tours/van-supported-tours/epic-great-divide-van/) - [Florida Keys](https://www.adventurecycling.org/guided-tours/van-supported-tours/florida-keys-van/) - [Maine Coast and Lighthouses](https://www.adventurecycling.org/guided-tours/van-supported-tours/maine-coast-and-lighthouses-van/) - [Natchez Trace](https://www.adventurecycling.org/guided-tours/van-supported-tours/natchez-trace-van/) - [Pacific Coast](https://www.adventurecycling.org/guided-tours/van-supported-tours/pacific-coast-van/) - [TransAm Express](https://www.adventurecycling.org/guided-tours/van-supported-tours/transam-express-westward-van/) - [Oregon Coastal Loop](https://www.adventurecycling.org/guided-tours/self-contained-tours/oregon-coastal-loop/) - [Michigan's Lakeshore](https://www.adventurecycling.org/guided-tours/self-contained-tours/michigans-lakeshore/) - [Selkirk Splendor](https://www.adventurecycling.org/guided-tours/van-supported-tours/selkirk-splendor-van/) - [Crater Lake](https://www.adventurecycling.org/guided-tours/inn-to-inn-tours/crater-lake-inn-to-inn/) - [Katy Trail](https://www.adventurecycling.org/guided-tours/inn-to-inn-tours/katy-trail-inn-to-inn-2026/) - [North Star](https://www.adventurecycling.org/guided-tours/self-contained-tours/north-star/) - [Red Meadow Ramble](https://www.adventurecycling.org/guided-tours/self-contained-tours/red-meadow-ramble/) - [Newsletter Sign Up - Meta](https://www.adventurecycling.org/inquiry-forms/newsletter-sign-up-meta/): Get the Ultimate Bike Travel Roundup – Delivered Free Explore the best of bike touring, bikepacking, and gravel biking straight... - [Fall 2025](https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2025-issues/fall-2025/): Digital Edition Download the Fall 2025 issue. In this Issue Advocating for Advocacy: A joint letter from Adventure Cycling’s board... - [50th Anniversary Epic Route: Golden Gravel Trail](https://www.adventurecycling.org/anniversary-events/50-route/): Golden Gravel Trail Adventure Cycling’s 50th Anniversary Epic Route The Future of Epic Bikepacking Has Arrived 3,804 Miles 70% Unpaved... - [Anniversary Events](https://www.adventurecycling.org/anniversary-events/): Celebrate 50 Years of Adventure Cycling Now’s the time to travel at the pace of a pedal stroke. Join our... - [Jubilee](https://www.adventurecycling.org/anniversary-events/jubilee/): Jubilee in the Desert The official 50th anniversary kickoff event Celebrate 50 Years of Adventure Cycling Jubilee is a 4-day... - [Summer 2025](https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2025-issues/summer-2025/): Digital Edition Download the Summer 2025 issue. In this Issue 16th Annual Bicycle Travel Photo Contest; E-bikes mountain tours; writing... - [Companions Wanted](https://www.adventurecycling.org/companions-wanted/): Companions Wanted Connect with others Each year, hundreds of cyclists grab their maps, plan their tours, pack their panniers or... - [Companions Wanted Submission](https://www.adventurecycling.org/companions-wanted/companions-wanted-submission/) - [Grab A Free Issue](https://www.adventurecycling.org/inquiry-forms/grab-a-free-issue-blog/): Feed your appetite for adventure near and far! Adventure Cyclist Magazine features trip reports that inspire and help you plan,... - [Thank You!](https://www.adventurecycling.org/inquiry-forms/grab-a-free-issue-blog/thank-you/): Welcome to the Adventure Cycling community! You will receive an email confirmation soon with more information about your request. - [Get Your Map Catalog](https://www.adventurecycling.org/inquiry-forms/get-your-map-catalog-blog/): Free Guide to Bicycle Routes & Maps Plan and navigate your adventure with maps designed for bicycle travel. Discover all... - [Thank You!](https://www.adventurecycling.org/inquiry-forms/get-your-map-catalog-blog/thank-you/): Thank you for your interest in the Adventure Cycling Route Network. You can access your Bicycle Routes Booklet here, and... - [Spring 2025](https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2025-issues/spring-2025/): Digital Edition Download the Spring 2025 issue. In this Issue Sustainability Three Flats and a Nazar: A new cycling route... - [Annual Impact Report](https://www.adventurecycling.org/about-us/annual-report/): Download the 2024 Annual Impact Report Past Impact Reports Download past reports in PDF format 2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019... - [A New Way to Digitally Navigate Routes](https://www.adventurecycling.org/routes-and-maps/digital-routes/brn-update/): Welcome! Adventure Cycling has recently partnered with Ride with GPS, the bicycle travel planning platform and navigation app, to offer... - [2025 Issues](https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2025-issues/): March 1, 2025 Spring 2025 Sustainability June 1, 2025 Summer 2025 16th Annual Bicycle Travel Photo Contest; E-bikes mountain tours;... - [November/December 2024](https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2024-issues/november-december-2024/): Digital Edition Download the November/December 2024 issue. In this Issue Final Mile Anthology Cuban Revolutions: How a cycling trip through... - [Abbreviations](https://www.adventurecycling.org/routes-and-maps/digital-routes/abbreviations/): Key to Abbreviations To keep our route information succinct on our digital and paper maps, we often use abbreviations. For... - [Digital Routes](https://www.adventurecycling.org/routes-and-maps/digital-routes/): Adventure Cycling has partnered with Ride with GPS to offer riders a new and enhanced way to navigate Adventure Cycling... - [2014 Issues](https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2014-issues/): December 2014/January 2015 From the Cascades to the Sierra. Plus: Arizona is for Cyclists, Jambo Kenya, Old Spokes Home profile... - [2013 Issues](https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2013-issues/): December/January 2013 The Great Divide: Two Perspectives. Plus: Oregon Keeps Cranking, Co-Motion Divide, Holiday Gear Guide October/November 2013 Civil War... - [2012 Issues](https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2012-issues/): December/January 2012 Touring in Central Asia, Family Cycling in Alabama, Vancouver by Bicycle, Mountain Biking in Mongolia. October/November 2012 Canadian... - [2011 Issues](https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2011-issues/): December/January 2011 Vietnam: Cycling Shangri-La. Plus: 35 Years Later, a Special Look Back at a B76 Group. Ride Along with... - [December 2014/January 2015](https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2014-issues/december-2014-january-2015/): Digital Edition Download the December 2014/January 2015 issue (PDF). In this Issue From the Cascades to the Sierra Arizona is for Cyclists Jambo... - [October/November 2014](https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2014-issues/october-november-2014/): Digital Edition Download the October/November 2014 issue (PDF). In this Issue Exploring Northwest Montana’s Fire Lookouts More Cowbell in Switzerland Minneapolis... - [August/September 2014](https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2014-issues/august-september-2014/): Digital Edition Download the August/September 2014 issue (PDF). In this Issue America’s Darling: Route 66 In Search of the Great War... - [July 2014](https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2014-issues/july-2014/): Digital Edition Download the July 2014 issue (PDF). In this Issue Finding the Perfect Reclined Ride: Recumbent Roundup Touring Austria’s Rivers... - [June 2014](https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2014-issues/june-2014/): Digital Edition Download the June 2014 issue (PDF). In this Issue The Early Crossers — Before the Bicycle Boom Bicycling Across... - [May 2014](https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2014-issues/may-2014/): Digital Edition Download the May 2014 issue (PDF). In this Issue Along the Canol: Mountain Biking Deep in Canada’s Wet and Wild... - [April 2014](https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2014-issues/april-2014/): Digital Edition Download the April 2014 issue (PDF). In this Issue Touring Bike Buyer’s Guide Solidream Round-the-World Expedition Bike Tour Logistics... - [March 2014](https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2014-issues/march-2014/): Digital Edition Download the March 2014 issue (PDF). In this Issue The Great Divide, Part 2 2013 Photo Contest Winners Québec’s... - [February 2014](https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2014-issues/february-2014/): Digital Edition Download the February 2014 issue (PDF). In this Issue Ride Unloaded: Cycle Greater Yellowstone Ride RAGBRAI Tour of... - [December/January 2013](https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2013-issues/decemberjanuary-2013/): Digital Edition Download the December/January 2013 issue (PDF). In This Issue The Great Divide: Two Perspectives Oregon Keeps Cranking Co-Motion... - [October/November 2013](https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2013-issues/octobernovember-2013/): Digital Edition Download the October/November 2013 issue (PDF). In This Issue Civil War Riding: Tennessee & Missouri Then and Now:... - [August/September 2013](https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2013-issues/augustseptember-2013/): Digital Edition Download the August/September 2013 issue (PDF). In this issue: Two Swell Rides: Ups and Downs in Back Country... - [July 2013](https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2013-issues/july-2013/): Digital Edition Downoad the July 2013 issue (PDF). In this issue 2013 Recumbent Roundup Road Test: HP Velotechnik Scorpion FS... - [June 2013](https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2013-issues/june-2013/): Digital Edition: Download the June 2013 issue (PDF). In this issue: Around the World: Greece Respite The First Across Profile:... - [May 2013](https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2013-issues/may-2013/): Digital Edition: Download the May 2013 issue (PDF). In this issue: Cycle-ski Norway Oregon’s Scenic Bikeway Profile: Bikes Belong Road... - [April 2013](https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2013-issues/april-2013/): Digital Edition Download the April 2013 issue (PDF). In this issue: First Tour: A Son Teaches His Father Volunteer on... - [March 2013](https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2013-issues/march-2013/): Digital Edition Download March 2013 issue (PDF). In this issue: Cycling the Pacific Coast Highway Adventure Cycling’s Bicycle Travel Photo... - [February 2013](https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2013-issues/february-2013/): Digital Edition Download February 2013 issue (PDF). In this issue: Rainstorm and Stihl Tour de Trees Macedonia by Bicycle Southern... - [December/January 2011](https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2011-issues/adventure-cyclist-december-january-2011/): Digital Edition Download December/January 2011 issue (PDF). In this issue: Vietnam: Cycling Shangri-La. 35 Years Later, a Special Look Back... - [October/November 2012](https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2012-issues/adventure-cyclist-octobernovember-2012/): Digital Edition Download October/November 2012 issue (PDF). In this issue: Canadian Invasion: Hell on Wheels Bolivia by Bicycle Profile of... - [August/September 2012](https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2012-issues/adventure-cyclist-august-september-2012/): Digital Edition Download August/September 2012 issue (PDF). In this issue: Family Cycling Pt. 2: Great Divide Kansas by Bicycle Siberian... - [July 2012](https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2012-issues/adventure-cyclist-july-2012/): Digital Edition Download July 2012 issue (PDF). In this issue: Magical New Zealand: Riding the North Island Plus: Southern Portugal Escapade Meet... - [June 2012](https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2012-issues/adventure-cyclist-june-2012/): Digital Edition Download June 2012 issue (PDF). In this issue: Ride Wisconsin: SAGBRAW & the Midwest Recumbent Rall Bike Rides... - [May 2012](https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2012-issues/adventure-cyclist-may-2012/): Digital Edition Download May 2012 issue (PDF) The History Issue: Looking Back: Bicycle Travelers of Yesteryear The Chance Encounter Around... - [April 2012](https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2012-issues/adventure-cyclist-april-2012/): Digital Edition Download April 2012 issue (PDF). In the Third Annual Cyclists’ Travel Guide: Today’s Touring Bikes How to Plan... - [March 2012](https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2012-issues/adventure-cyclist-march-2012/): Digital Edition Download March 2012 issue (PDF). In this issue: Central America: Touring Guatemala Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula Roughing it in... - [February 2012](https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2012-issues/adventure-cyclist-february-2012/): Digital Edition Download February 2012 issue (PDF). In this issue: Any Tour You Like: Finding the One for You Southern... - [October/November 2011](https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2011-issues/adventure-cyclist-october-november-2011/): Digital Edition Download October/November 2011 issue (PDF). In this issue: Maine: Cycling in and around Acadia National Park Follow General... - [August/September 2011](https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2011-issues/adventure-cyclist-august-september-2011/): Digital Edition Download August/September 2011 issue (PDF). In this issue: Switzerland: Where the Rubber Meets the Sky Texas from the... - [July 2011](https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2011-issues/adventure-cyclist-july-2011/): Digital Edition Download July 2011 issue (PDF). In this issue: Rocky Mountain High: Colorado Calling Riding Minnesota’s Trail Network First Look:... - [June 2011](https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2011-issues/adventure-cyclist-june-2011/): Digital Edition Download June 2011 issue (PDF). In this issue: Alternative Rides: Try a Different Kind of Cycle Cuba photo... - [May 2011](https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2011-issues/adventure-cyclist-may-2011/): Digital Edition Download May 2011 issue (PDF). Inside the History Issue: The Bicycling Buffalo Soldiers by Dan D’Ambrosio Sweating the... - [April 2011](https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2011-issues/adventure-cyclist-april-2011/): Digital Edition Download April 2011 issue (PDF) Inside the Second Annual Cyclists’ Travel Guide: 2011 Touring Bike Buyer’s Guide Keeping... - [March 2011](https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2011-issues/adventure-cyclist-march-2011/): Digital Edition Download March 2011 issue (PDF). In this issue: Bike tripping: Time to Take a Bicycle Vacation Hung(a)ry in... - [February 2011](https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2011-issues/adventure-cyclist-february-2011/): Digital Edition Download February 2011 issue (PDF). In this issue: Water, Water, Everywhere: Florida Keys by Tom Robertson and Kerri... - [December/January 2012](https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2012-issues/december-january-2012/): Digital Edition Download December/January 2012 issue (PDF). In this issue: Touring in Central Asia Family Cycling in Alabama Vancouver by... - [2018 Issues](https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2018-issues/): December/January 2018 Nothing Comes Easy in the Congo; South Africa; East Africa; Profile: Southern Highland Traverse; Travels with Willie; Road Test:... - [2017 Issues](https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2017-issues/): December 2017/January 2018 Bikepacking Cuba, Cycling the Carolinas, Missouri Misery, Profile: Paul Steely White, Road Test: All-City Space Horse Disc,... - [2016 Issues](https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2016-issues/): December 2016/January 2017 Riding Greenland’s Ice, Riding with a Rescued Dog, San Francisco Treat, Profile: Mathew Cohn, and more. October/November... - [2015 Issues](https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2015-issues/): December/January 2015 Seeking Snow but finding Rain in Oregon, Europe 1968, NAHBS: State of the Art, Bikepacking the Knik, Travel... - [December/January 2018](https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2018-issues/december-january-2018/): Digital Edition Download the December 2018/January 2019 issue (PDF) In this Issue Nothing Comes Easy in the Congo Riding Past Instagram... - [October/November 2018](https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2018-issues/october-november-2018/): Digital Edition Download the October/November 2018 issue (PDF) In this Issue Following the Monarchs Aztec Dreams Adventure Light on the... - [August/September 2018](https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2018-issues/august-september-2018/): Digital Edition Download the June 2018 issue (PDF) In this Issue Final Mile Anthology What We Ride: The bikes of... - 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[Idaho Hot Springs Mountain Bike Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/routes-and-maps/adventure-cycling-route-network/idaho-hot-springs-mountain-bike-route/) - [Green Mountains Loop](https://www.adventurecycling.org/routes-and-maps/adventure-cycling-route-network/green-mountains-loop/) - [Great Rivers South](https://www.adventurecycling.org/routes-and-maps/adventure-cycling-route-network/great-rivers-south/) - [Delmarva](https://www.adventurecycling.org/routes-and-maps/adventure-cycling-route-network/delmarva/) - [Eastern Express Connector](https://www.adventurecycling.org/routes-and-maps/adventure-cycling-route-network/eastern-express-connector/) - [Florida Connector](https://www.adventurecycling.org/routes-and-maps/adventure-cycling-route-network/florida-connector/) - [Grand Canyon Connector](https://www.adventurecycling.org/routes-and-maps/adventure-cycling-route-network/grand-canyon-connector/) - [Great Divide Mountain Bike Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/routes-and-maps/adventure-cycling-route-network/great-divide-mountain-bike-route/) - [Great Parks](https://www.adventurecycling.org/routes-and-maps/adventure-cycling-route-network/great-parks/) - [Chicago to New York City (CNYC)](https://www.adventurecycling.org/routes-and-maps/adventure-cycling-route-network/chicago-to-new-york-city-route/): Route Highlights Chicago to New York City Route Highlights Chicago Lakefront, Section 1 Hoosier Prairie State Nature Preserve, Section 1... - [Bicycle Route 66](https://www.adventurecycling.org/routes-and-maps/adventure-cycling-route-network/bicycle-route-66/) - [Atlantic Coast](https://www.adventurecycling.org/routes-and-maps/adventure-cycling-route-network/atlantic-coast/) - [Washington Parks](https://www.adventurecycling.org/routes-and-maps/adventure-cycling-route-network/washington-parks/) - [Western Express](https://www.adventurecycling.org/routes-and-maps/adventure-cycling-route-network/western-express/) - [Arkansas High Country Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/routes-and-maps/adventure-cycling-route-network/arkansas-high-country-route/) - [Allegheny Mountains Loop](https://www.adventurecycling.org/routes-and-maps/adventure-cycling-route-network/allegheny-mountains-loop/) - [Adirondack Park Loop](https://www.adventurecycling.org/routes-and-maps/adventure-cycling-route-network/adirondack-park-loop/) - [Pacific Coast](https://www.adventurecycling.org/routes-and-maps/adventure-cycling-route-network/pacific-coast/) --- ## Posts - [8 Pieces of Gear Our Testers Are Loving Lately](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/cycling-gear-we-love/): From your helmet to your butt and your handlebar bag to your taillight, these 8 pieces of cycling gear have... - [Ask an Adventure Cycling Tour Leader: Am I Too Old or Out of Shape for a Bike Tour?](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/am-i-too-old-to-bike-tour/): The Breakdown: The biggest obstacle for most people is self-doubt, not age or fitness. Bike touring is possible at almost... - [From the Magazine: A Cycling Guide for Minnesota's North Shore](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/minnesota-north-shore-cycling-guide/): Outdoor athletes have always been drawn to Duluth. The historic port city on the western tip of Lake Superior has... - [5 Bike Advocacy Issues Every Cyclist Should Care About (and How to Take Action)](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/take-action-bike-advocacy-issues/): The Breakdown: Bike advocacy is more important than ever Bike advocacy improves safety and infrastructure: Better bike lanes, road design,... - [An Ode to the Weekend Bike Tour](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/weekend-bikepacking-tour-adventure/): Our journey began in a flurry of barely-contained madness, which is normal for me. In the span of a weekend,... - [Highlights from the 2026 National Bike Summit](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/2026-national-bike-summit-recap/): In March, we represented Adventure Cycling at the League of American Bicyclists’ National Bike Summit in Washington, D. C. And... - [From the Magazine: Hospitality in Morocco](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/bike-touring-morocco/): Heavy February clouds blanketed the sky as we wound through Marrakech in a taxi. Bus stops sported ugly, peeling posters,... - [How To Spot Ryan Van Duzer on the GDMBR this Summer](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/ryan-van-duzer-favorite-gear/): This summer, endurance rider and internet personality Ryan Van Duzer is celebrating Adventure Cycling’s 50th birthday with a cruise down... - [5 Popular Weekend Bike Tours](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/5-popular-weekend-bike-tours/): Adventure Cycling’s nonprofit mission has always boiled down to one thing: get more people traveling by bike more often. Riding... - [Ask an Adventure Cycling Tour Leader: Should I Take a Guided Cycling Trip Tour or Plan My Own Tour?](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/self-guided-or-guided-tours/): Dear Solo or Social, You’re spot on for calling out one of the first decision points of any long-distance bicycle... - [10 Sustainable Bike Trips Around the World](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/10-sustainable-international-bike-trips/): Adventuring by bike is inherently sustainable, so give yourself a pat on the back. But you can always do more,... - [Jubilee Celebrates Community and 50 Years of Bike Travel](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/jubilee-celebrates-community-and-50-years-of-bike-travel/): What happens when 300-plus cyclists descend on a desert campground to celebrate 50 years of bike travel? Magic. Relive the... - [Bike Giveaway: Why Salsa Cycles Donated a Gen 3 Cutthroat as a Prize for our Great Divide Drop-in Ride](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/salsa-cutthroat-bike-giveaway/): There are few other bikes that pair with a particular ride as well as Salsa’s Cutthroat pairs with Adventure Cycling’s... - [Bike Giveaway: Why Tout Terrain Paired the Blueridge with Our TransAm Drop-in Ride](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/bike-giveaway-why-tout-terrain-paired-the-blueridge-with-our-transam-drop-in-ride/): When we went in search of partners for our 50th Anniversary Drop-in Rides, we knew we wanted Tout Terrain to... - [6 Bikepacking Gear Trends for 2026](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/6-bikepacking-gear-trends/): For some bikepackers, dialing in their packing setup is part of the fun. For others, it’s a frustrating obstacle on... - [A Bikepacking Guide to Denver](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/denver-bikepacking-guide/): Denver’s most adventurous visitors typically don’t stay in town past sunrise. To them, the city is usually just a convenient... - [Ask an Adventure Cycling Tour Leader: What Type of Bike Should I Use?](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/what-to-look-for-touring-bike/): Dear Aspiring Continent Traverser, Let me start by saying that, if one really puts their mind to it, pretty much... - [Why Gravel Is Reinventing Mountain Bike Tech from the 1990s](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/gravel-reinventing-90s-mountain-bike-tech/): Mountain biking in the ’90s was wild. It wasn’t just the neon kits and rigid rigs. It was that nobody... - [How to Cycle in Traffic: Tips from a World Traveler](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/how-to-cycle-in-traffic-guide/): If I had a reflective sticker for every time someone asked me, “But... aren’t you scared? ” during my ongoing... - [Turkey's EuroVelo8 Bicycle Route Is Helping Change How Cyclists Think About Sustainable Travel](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/eurovelo8-bicycle-route-sustainable-travel/): This story originally appeared in the Spring 2025 issue of Adventure Cyclist magazine. Join today to get yours. The city... - [Ask an Adventure Cycling Tour Leader: How To Get Along](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/advice-how-to-get-along/): How do I deal with a super-negative or annoying rider on my tour? I want to be a supportive cycling... - [6 of Our Route Researcher’s Favorite Spots Along the New Klamath Mountains Loop](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/6-of-our-route-researchers-favorite-spots-along-the-new-klamath-mountains-loop/): Adventure Cycling’s new ~330-mile Klamath Mountains Loop may snake through the remote and idyllic mountains, watersheds, and ranchland for which... - [Practical Advice for Riding the TransAmerica Trail](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/practical-advice-for-riding-the-transamerica-trail/): A three-time TransAm rider and Adventure Cycling tour guide talks eastbound vs westbound, camping strategies, timelines, dogs, and more. - [Practical Advice for Adventure Cycling’s Golden Gravel Trail](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/practical-advice-for-riding-adventure-cyclings-golden-gravel-trail/): Curious about what it takes to ride Adventure Cycling’s newest “Epic” route? We’ve got you covered - [How to Bikepack in Maine’s Northwoods](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/how-to-bikepack-in-maines-northwoods/): For decades, the recreation region was closed to cyclists, but a new initiative has opened some “wicked good gravel” to... - [Four Stories That Prove Adventure Cycling Is Everywhere](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/four-stories-that-prove-adventure-cycling-is-everywhere/): Earlier this fall, Adventure Cycling launched a story gathering campaign called Adventure Cycling is Everywhere. Why? Because bicycle travel, whether... - [Ask an Adventure Cycling Tour Leader: How to Pick Your Dream Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/ask-an-adventure-cycling-tour-leader-how-to-pick-your-dream-route/): Which route do I take across the country? How do I decide? I have so little time in life for... - [From the Magazine: Traveling Ernestly](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/from-the-magazine-traveling-ernestly/): Ever wonder what it is like to ride around the world? Hollie Ernest has been chronicling her journey for Adventure... - [The Highs and Lows of Charting Your Own Route Across Kazakhstan](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/the-highs-and-lows-of-charting-your-own-route-across-kazakhstan/): An excerpt from Mathew Crompton’s bicycle travelogue Roads Toward a Supreme Fiction - [Big Perks, Bigger Adventure](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/big-perks-bigger-adventure/): An Adventure Cycling membership doesn’t just support the country’s oldest and largest bicycle travel nonprofit. It comes with a slew... - [Advocating for Advocacy](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/advocating-for-advocacy/): A joint letter from Adventure Cycling’s board chair and its routes and advocacy coordinator - [From <em>Adventure Cyclist</em> Magazine: Priority Gemini Smart.Shift Review](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/from-adventure-cyclist-magazine-priority-gemini-smart-shift-review/): A customizable off-road explorer that promises adventure. - [Highlights from Bikepacking Roots’ Rocky Mountain Bikepacking Summit](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/highlights-from-bikepacking-roots-rocky-mountain-bikepacking-summit/): What happens when you gather together cyclists, advocates, makers, and storytellers to share knowledge, meals, and, of course, ride bikes... - [What to Expect on British Columbia’s Newest Bikepacking Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/what-to-expect-on-british-columbias-newest-bikepacking-route/): Adventure Cycling’s brand-new Vancouver Crossing Loop traverses one of North America’s most culturally and ecologically diverse regions - [Ask an Adventure Cycling Tour Leader: How Do I know I’m Ready for a Long-distance Bike Trip](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/ask-an-adventure-cycling-tour-leader-how-do-i-know-im-ready-for-a-long-distance-bike-trip/): It’s one thing to dream about a big bicycling trip and another thing to actually go out and do it. - [Three and a Half Feet of Chain](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/three-and-a-half-feet-of-chain/): This excerpt from David Houghton’s new book, Thirty Three Cyclists, tells the story of a wager that sent a Navy... - [How to Transform the Humble Banana into a Crave-worthy Camp Confection](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/how-to-transform-the-humble-banana-into-a-crave-worthy-camp-confection/): This fruit can be so much more than a quick snack in the saddle - [How to Be a Climber](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/how-to-be-a-climber/): This story originally appeared in the Mach/April 2024 issue of Adventure Cyclist magazine. For a long time, I called myself... - [Ask an Adventure Cycling Tour Leader: Best Way to Cook for a Large Group](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/ask-an-adventure-cycling-tour-leader-best-way-to-cook-for-a-large-group/): Do we eat to bike or bike to eat? It probably doesn’t matter, because either way we need fuel! And... - [The Narrower Road](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/the-narrower-road/): Reflecting on a lifetime of bike adventures as an Adventure Cycling member, Gary considers, with grace, the changes that age... - [A Bike Touring Guide to New Orleans](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/a-bike-touring-guide-to-new-orleans/): Riding in the Big Easy is A-OK - [16th Annual Bicycle Travel Photo Contest](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/16th-annual-bicycle-travel-photo-contest/): Sometimes the best way to see the world clearly is looking through another lens. Which is why, when it came... - [Route 66 Turns 100 This Year, and There’s Never Been a Better Time to Ride It](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/route-66-is-about-to-turn-100-and-theres-never-been-a-better-time-to-ride-it/): The Mother Road’s centennial, which happens next year, will be a great excuse for an epic bike tour. Why not... - [Ask a Tour Leader: How Do You Get Your Bike Box to the End of a Point-to-Point Trip?](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/ask-a-tour-leader-how-do-you-get-your-bike-box-to-the-end-of-a-point-to-point-trip/): How Do You Get Your Bike Box to the End of a Point-to-Point Trip? Especially when you don’t live near... - [Be Here Now Catalina Island](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/be-here-now-catalina-island/): From the magazine: It might be in SoCal, but this picturesque Pacific island is worlds away from Los Angeles - [An Ode to Bicycling Arizona’s Sky Island](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/an-ode-to-bicycling-arizonas-sky-island/): Pedaling these magical mountains can be a transcontinental tour in miniature - [5 Amazing Bike Tours You Can Reach By Amtrak](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/5-amazing-bike-tours-you-can-reach-by-amtrak/): At first glance, the nationwide map of Amtrak routes appears to be a sprawling spiderweb of interconnected rail lines doubling... - [Ask an Adventure Cycling Tour Leader: What Gear Do I Need for a Week-long Tour as a Newbie?](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/ask-an-adventure-cycling-tour-leader-what-gear-do-i-need-for-a-week-long-tour-as-a-newbie/): I have good news and bad news. The equipment you need for a week-long tour is pretty much the same... - [How to Take Your Date on Their First Bikepacking Trip](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/how-to-take-your-date-on-their-first-bikepacking-trip/): If they don’t dump you afterwards, congratulations. - [Escaping Gotham](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/escaping-gotham/): Finding trails outside the noise of New York City - [E-Bike Touring and Bikepacking Tips](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/e-bike-touring-and-bikepacking-tips/): A guide to riding farther, smarter, and happier - [Ask An Adventure Cycling Tour Leader: When Your Cycling Buddy Avoids Camp Duties](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/ask-a-tour-leader-when-your-cycling-buddy-avoids-camp-duties/): My riding partner always shirks camp duties. How can I get them to contribute their fair share? Dear Overworked, Bummer!... - [Bike Repair Skills to Know Before Bikepacking](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/bike-repair-skills-to-know-before-bikepacking/): Basic bike repair skills are indeed very useful, especially in remote places where bike shops are few and far between,... - [Where The Buffalo Roam: How Buffalo Bicycles Is Creating Social And Economic Empowerment](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/buffalo-bicycles-profile/): In America, whether our bike is a source of adventure (hello, new towns and terrain) or a ticket to a... - [Ask An Adventure Cycling Tour Leader: How to Get Over Trip Abandonment](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/ask-an-adventure-cycling-tour-leader-how-to-get-over-trip-abandonment/): I had to abandon a long tour that I had been planning for years halfway through it, and I’m still... - [Camping Tips for Bikepacking](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/camping-tips-for-bikepacking/): Sleeping under the stars in a beautiful place, one that you reached under your own power, can be one of... - [Food and Water Strategies for Bikepacking](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/food-and-water-strategies-for-bikepacking/): Water and food are always an important basic need for cyclists, and the remote nature of some bikepacking routes makes... - [How To Bike Tour Santa Fe, New Mexico](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/bike-tour-santa-fe-new-mexico/): Northern New Mexico’s painted high desert landscapes, green chile, turquoise, margaritas, and world-class art galleries may make you never want... - [Even Short Rides Can Be Fulfilling Adventures For Mind and Body](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/short-rides-fulfilling-adventures/): No matter where I am in the US, there’s always an Adventure Cycling route close by. When I lived in... - [Ask An Adventure Cycling Tour Leader: How To Stop Overpacking](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/how-to-stop-overpacking/): Heavy in Houston asks: I always overpack because I’m nervous I’ll need something I don’t have. How can I lighten... - [Bike Touring in Alaska with Adventure Cycling Association](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/bike-touring-alaska/): This article originally appeared in Cycling West, a print and digital publication about cycling in Utah, Idaho, Wyoming, Montana, Nevada,... - [The Mother Lode: A Long-term Review of the ENVE MOG](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/long-term-test-enve-mog/): This review originally appeared in the Nov/Dec 2024 issue of Adventure Cyclist magazine. Click here to learn more. After years... - [The Complete Bikepacking Trip-Planning Checklist](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/bikepacking-planning-checklist/): You don’t have to plan your bikepacking trip months in advance, but it certainly doesn’t hurt — especially if you... - [The Ultimate Bike Travel Guide to Maine’s USBRS 1](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/maine-bike-travel-guide-usbrs/): Lighthouses jutting out of cliffs. Fresh Atlantic lobster. Colossal forests of spruce and fir. Maine conjures a lot of romantic... - [Safety Concerns for Bikepackers](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/safety-concerns-for-bikepackers/): Riding a bicycle on backroads and trails is actually, statistically speaking, quite safe. Still, it’s natural to feel anxious about... - [Training for Your Bikepacking Trip](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/training-for-your-bikepacking-trip/): Simply put, bikepacking is more fun when mind and body are on the same team. Many a long bike ride... - [Lighthouses and Lobster Rolls: A Guide to Riding in Portland, Maine](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/lighthouses-and-lobster-rolls-a-guide-to-riding-in-portland-maine/): This story originally appeared as the Be Here Now feature of the 2024 Sept/Oct issue of Adventure Cyclist. Perched on... - [Bikepacking Gear: What to Take & How to Pack It](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/bikepacking-gear-what-to-take-how-to-pack-it/): If bike touring with panniers is like traveling with a big roller suitcase, bikepacking is like traveling with only a... - [Gender Equity Mechanics Reflects on a Year of Bicycle Maintenance Workshops](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/gender-equity-mechanics-bicycle-maintenance-workshops/): Gender Equity Mechanics (GEM) is a gathering of women and non-binary people interested in learning hands-on bicycle maintenance and repair... - [Me, Myself, and I](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/me-myself-and-i/): This story originally appeared in the 2024 Nov/Dec issue of Adventure Cyclist magazine’s Final Mile essay anthology. *** I rode... - [Out Our Front Door Celebrates Successful Adaptive Cycling Season](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/out-our-front-door-celebrates-successful-adaptive-cycling-season/): This year, we were able to welcome 19 young people with adaptive needs (and their families), plus two adults with... - [Canal Queens Take on the Empire State: Beginners Guide to the Northern Tier Section 10](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/canal-queens-take-on-the-empire-state-beginners-guide-to-the-northern-tier-section-10/): There are many shades of adventure, and you have to start somewhere. I’ve learned from over 20 years of riding... - [Good Seeds: Cycling Central Washington During the Apple Harvest](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/good-seeds-cycling-central-washington-during-the-apple-harvest/): This story originally appeared in the Sept/Oct 2024 issue of Adventure Cyclist magazine. Apples got their start 12 million years... - [Trip Recap: Chicago United Cycling Club's 2024 Overnight](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/trip-recap-chicago-united-cycling-clubs-2024-overnight/): Chicago United Cycling Club was so excited to receive an Adventure Grant from the Adventure Cycling Association. Our grant last... - [Trip Recap: CAT Adventure Cycling Women’s Overnight](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/trip-recap-cat-adventure-cycling-womens-overnight/): In the summer of 2023 — thanks to the grant from Adventure Cycling Association — the Coalition for Appropriate Transportation... - [Crashing Into The Party](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/crashing-into-the-party/): This story originally appeared in the 2024 Nov/Dec issue of Adventure Cyclist magazine’s Final Mile essay anthology. On the outskirts... - [In The Tall Trees ](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/in-the-tall-trees/): This article originally appeared in the 2024 Nov/Dec issue of Adventure Cyclist magazine. “The earth has a small negative charge... - [A 10-Person, 45-Mile Group Ride in Oregon with Friends on Bikes](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/a-10-person-45-mile-group-ride-in-oregon-with-friends-on-bikes/): Thanks to our Adventure Grant, ten WTFNB (Women, Trans, Femme, Non-Binary), BIPOC riders met for a multi-modal bikepacking trip from... - [Bike Touring During Wildfire Season: What to Know and When To Bail](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/bike-touring-during-wildfire-season/): Climate change is increasing North America’s dramatic wildfires each year, with apocalyptic smoke-darkened skies and scorched landscapes. In 2021, smoke... - [Remember the Removal Team Completes 950-Mile Ride in June 2024 ](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/remember-the-removal-team-completes-950-mile-ride-in-june-2024/): The 16th Remember the Removal team completed its nearly month-long journey on June 21, 2024, as the team rode into... - [Rolling with the Flow in the D.C. Summer Heat with Camp MWABA](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/rolling-with-the-flow-in-the-d-c-summer-heat-with-camp-mwaba/): Metro Washington Association of Blind Athletes (MWABA) was thrilled to receive a grant from Adventure Cycling for our second annual... - [Trip Recap: Langford's Third Annual Bike Overnight](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/trip-recap-langfords-third-annual-bike-overnight/): This is the third Langford Elementary School bike camping trip supported by Adventure Cycling’s Bike Overnights program. You can read... - [Redwood National Park: Local Adventures Can be Grand Adventures](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/redwood-national-park-local-adventures-can-be-grand-adventures/): This is a ride report for the Short Route: Eureka, CA: Redwood Coast Loop while the author and her husband... - [A Little Loop in Michigan](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/a-little-loop-in-michigan/): One of my favorite ways to see a new place is to make my own bike loop. I love pedaling... - [Planning a Group Bike Tour](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/planning-a-group-bike-tour/): One of my favorite hobbies outside of bicycle touring is beach volleyball. I’m not very good, but I do enjoy... - [Celebrating the Northern Tier on its 40th Anniversary](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/celebrating-the-northern-tier-on-its-40th-anniversary/): In June of 1976, Adventure Cycling — then known as Bikecentennial — mapped and publicized their first route: the TransAmerica... - [My Year of Bikepacking: The Bucket List](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/my-year-of-bikepacking-the-bucket-list/): This year, I got to check bikepacking off my bucket list. I didn’t just check it off my list; I... - [How You Ride the Great American Rail-Trail](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/how-you-ride-the-great-american-rail-trail/): Picture this: You hop on your bike in Washington, D. C. and start pedaling on a series of bike paths... - [Road Test: Tumbleweed Stargazer](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/road-test-tumbleweed-stargazer/): Immediately after unboxing and building up the Tumbleweed Stargazer, I took it out for a neighborhood shakedown to make sure... - [Cycling the World: A New Film About a Big Journey](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/cycling-the-world-a-new-film-about-a-big-journey/): When McKenzie Barney was 29, she flew to Ho Chi Mihn, bought a bike, and pedaled across Vietnam. Afterwards, she... - [East Coast Greenway Alliance Partnership for Short Routes](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/east-coast-greenway-alliance-partnership-for-short-routes/): Our Short Routes program is set for an East Coast expansion thanks to a recent partnership with the East Coast... - [Road Test: Wilde Supertramp](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/road-test-wilde-supertramp/): Despite their prevalence in society, bikes aren’t commonly featured in mass-consumed media. At least, not for stories set in the... - [Ski Bike](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/ski-bike/): When I first suggested the idea of merging skiing with bikepacking to Diego, his round blue eyes widened, and his... - [Watch the Eclipse from Your Bicycle](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/watch-the-eclipse-from-your-bicycle/): An estimated about 21 million people traveled to another city to view the eclipse of 2017. Why compete with the... - [Road Test: Black Mountain Cycles La Cabra](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/road-test-black-mountain-la-cabra/): This article first appeared in the January/February 2024 issue of Adventure Cyclist magazine. It’s no secret that I’m a fan of Black... - [Hellbikes on Ice](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/hellbikes-on-ice/): Like an isolated Galapagos, Fairbanks, Alaska, in the 1980s was a veritable hotbed of thriving mutants who evolved with a... - [The Middle of Nowhere is in Eastern Nevada](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/the-middle-of-nowhere-is-in-eastern-nevada/): This article first appeared in the November/December 2023 issue of Adventure Cyclist magazine. It was only Day One, and we’d... - [Road Test: Ibis DV9](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/road-test-ibis-dv9/): This article first appeared in the November/December 2023 issue of Adventure Cyclist magazine. During my test period with the updated... - [Gearing Up to Get Out, At Any Size](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/gearing-up-to-get-out-at-any-size/): When I started riding bikes nearly 10 years ago in Seattle, it was a struggle to find even a basic... - [Basic Bike Malfunctions (And How to Deal With Them)](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/basic-bike-malfunctions-and-how-to-deal-with-them/): Fifty miles from home and twenty to the nearest bike shop, my friend got a flat tire. This wouldn’t have... - [The Gear You Need to Get Started Bike Touring](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/the-gear-you-need-to-get-started-bike-touring/): My first exposure to bike touring was Alastair Humphreys’ book, Moods of Future Joy. In it, he chronicles the first... - [Cycling the Route To Emancipation](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/cycling-the-route-to-emancipation/): When I met Talib in February of 2021, we were in the front parking lot of Cycleast. 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I often saw bicycle tourists... - ["We're All in This Together:" A Documentary About Relying on the Kindness of Strangers on a 7,000-Mile Journey](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/were-all-in-this-together-a-documentary-about-relying-on-the-kindness-of-strangers-on-a-7000-mile-journey/): Cycling across the United States is an accomplishment on its own, and doing so without bringing any food or money... - [Trip Recap: Cola Town Bike Collective Bike Overnights](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/trip-recap-cola-town-bike-collective-bike-overnights/): The Cola Town Bike Collective (CTBC) hosted two bike overnights for women, trans, femme, and nonbinary (WTFNB) individuals in 2023... - [A Curtain Parts](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/a-curtain-parts/): This article first appeared in the September/October 2023 issue of Adventure Cyclist magazine. The spring of 1968 in Czechoslovakia was... - [Trip Recap: Vamos Outdoors Project's First Overnight Bikepacking Trip](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/trip-recap-vamos-outdoors-projects-first-overnight-bikepacking-trip/): This summer, Vamos Outdoors Project was able to offer our first ever Bikepacking overnight experience with the support of Adventure... - [Road Test: Fairlight Faran 2.5](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/road-test-fairlight-faran-2-5/): This article first appeared in the September/October 2023 issue of Adventure Cyclist magazine. Fairlight is a small British bike company... - [Tuning into the Awe of Bikepacking, With the Help of a Few Kazoos](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/awe-of-bikepacking-kazoos/): Biking to me is all rhythm, a movement that helps us cycle in sync with ourselves and others. After years... - [Looking to Gain Confidence as a Solo Bikepacker? 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Yeah! That’s good, that’s good! ” the Zambian man shouted at us as he walked... - [Trip Recap: Bringing the Coalition for Appropriate Transportation's Women's Ride to Life](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/coalition-appropriate-transportations-womens-ride/): The crackle of bike tires plowing through the sea of rocks and pebbles lining the D&L trail was beautifully deafening.... - [Trip Recap: Langford Bike Overnight](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/langford-bike-overnight/): This is the second Langford Elementary School bike camping trip supported by Adventure Cycling’s Bike Overnights program. 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British writer Graham Greene once wrote that... - [Field Report: The 283-Mile Chihuahuan Connector](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/field-report-the-283-mile-chihuahuan-connector/): Laura Killingbeck cycling the Chihuahuan Connector toward the Dragoon Mountains in Arizona. Laura Killingbeck The Chihuahuan Connector is a 283-mile... - [Kyrgyzstan, the Wild Land](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/kyrgyzstan-the-wild-land/): This article first appeared in the July/August 2023 issue of Adventure Cyclist magazine. The first time I heard about this... - [Road Test: Trek Checkpoint ALR5 Driftless](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/road-test-trek-checkpoint-alr5-driftless/): This article first appeared in the July/August 2023 issue of Adventure Cyclist magazine. The Driftless is a special edition of... - [Adapt and Overcome](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/adapt-and-overcome/): This article first appeared in the September/October 2023 issue of Adventure Cyclist magazine. 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On the penultimate day of a weeklong... - [Road Test: Diamondback Haanjo 5](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/road-test-diamondback-haanjo-5-2/): As the latest niche in the cycling world — gravel — continues to evolve, it’s refreshing to throw a leg... - [Book Review: The Bikepacker's Guide](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/book-review-the-bikepackers-guide/): The Bikepacker’s Guide, originally published in 2015, was the first guide of its kind. It was co-authored for Salsa Cycles... - [All Rhodes](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/all-rhodes/): I’m bombing down a forest trail. Wheels judder. Pebbles shoot in all directions. Panniers rustle behind my seat post. 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Twenty-three blocks due south of Temple Square, in an... - [How'd Ya Get That Shot?](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/howd-ya-get-that-shot/): The pages of our magazine are stuffed to the gills with stellar examples of photography shot from a multitude of... - [Pocket Guide to Photography](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/pocket-guide-to-photography/): Light Our best advice is to use natural light to your advantage: shoot early around sunrise and shoot late around... - [Gravel Bike Geometry](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/gravel-bike-geometry/): When people ask me about cycling gear, I generally say that if I’m not thinking about it (brake levers, sleeping... - [Chasing Adventure on Surveyor's Ridge](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/chasing-adventure-on-surveyors-ridge/): There’s something alluring about a long-distance adventure. Maybe it’s the chance to disengage from the complications of daily life. 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When I plotted the route... - [The Chocolate Connection](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/the-chocolate-connection/): A version of this story ran in the August/September 1983 edition of BikeReport. This version appeared in the June 2016... - [Stay Warm On Your Next Bike Camping Trip](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/stay-warm-on-your-next-bike-camping-trip/): This year I decided to escape the Massachusetts winter by cycling south from San Francisco on the Pacific Coast Bike... - [Roll Right from Your Door in Seattle](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/roll-right-from-your-door-in-seattle/): “Step out onto the Planet. Draw a circle a hundred feet round,” instructs poet Lew Welch. “Inside the circle are... - [The Bikepacker Who Mapped Costa Rica](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/the-bikepacker-who-mapped-costa-rica/): David Rodríguez Berrón was concerned about the crocodiles. It was late morning when Rodríguez squeezed his brakes and stopped at... - [Burlington to Montreal: One Family's First International Bike Tour](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/burlington-to-montreal-one-familys-first-international-bike-tour/): As I flip through the photo album of our bike trip from Burlington to Montreal, I’m struck by the diversity... - [Geared Up: Is it Still Winter?](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/geared-up-is-it-still-winter/): Grand Trunk Compass 360° Stool, $60 The Grand Trunk Compass 360° Stool is not the lightest camp stool out there,... - [April Fools](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/april-fools/): April Fools! This clearly fake ad was for Bells Helmets, not Bell Helmets. Bell Helmets in no way approved of... - [Over the Edge](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/over-the-edge/): This article first appeared in the December 2022/January 2023 issue of Adventure Cyclist magazine. In 2018, I was on a... - [Plants of Baja: from A to Z](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/plants-of-baja-from-a-to-z/): Staring at the red dirt road stretching to the east, I suddenly realized the vast possibilities of traveling from one... - [My First Van-Supported Gravel Tour](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/my-first-van-supported-gravel-tour/): Drawn by the promise of sunshine, scenic gravel, and 65 degrees in November, Amelia and I hopped on a plane... - [Road Test: Moots Routt ESC](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/road-test-moots-routt-esc/): Many years ago, when I was a young service member living in Southern California, a friend and I visited the... - [Saying Yes to eBikes in the Dolomites](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/saying-yes-to-ebikes-in-the-dolomites/): A bikepacking trip may sound like an intimidating way of spending the holidays, and I get it! 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Anna Lenz was the first... - [In the Shadow of Mount Shasta](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/in-the-shadow-of-mount-shasta/): Every year in the weeks leading up to Thanksgiving, I waffle on whether to host a meal with friends or... - [What's the Buzz about Gunnison Gravel?](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/whats-the-buzz-about-gunnison-gravel/): Most of my first experiences riding gravel were accidental. The routes that I thought were paved dissolved into dirt, and... - [Creating Multi-Day Cycling Routes on Gunnison's Gravel](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/creating-multi-day-cycling-routes-on-gunnisons-gravel/): Crested Butte and Gunnison, Colorado, have long been known as hotspots for mountain bikers and singletrack. 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The Pine Mountain, Marin’s 29er bikepacking hardtail, is like... - [Ride Essentials I Thought Were for Chumps that I Now Love](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/ride-essentials-i-thought-were-for-chumps-that-i-now-love/): I like to think of myself as more of a punk than a gearhead type of cyclist. I am never... - [Week of Women](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/week-of-women/): This article first appeared in the July 2022 issue of Adventure Cyclist magazine. On April 29, 2022, 55 women from 12 countries... - [Generational Joy](https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/generational-joy/): This article first appeared in the July 2022 issue of Adventure Cyclist magazine. 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Now a state park,... - [Eastern Express Connector Digital Route Set](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/eastern-express-connector-digital-route-set/): The Eastern Express Connector connects the TransAmerica Trail in the west to the Chicago to New York City Bicycle Route... - [Great Divide Mountain Bike Route, Section 1 Digital Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/great-divide-mountain-bike-route-section-1-digital-route/): This section of the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route is entirely within Montana. The route begins at the border and... - [Great Divide + Canada Digital Route Set](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/great-divide-canada-digital-route-set/): The world’s longest mountain bike route, this route traces the Continental Divide from Canada to Mexico on dirt and gravel... - [Great Divide Mountain Bike Route, Section 2 Digital Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/great-divide-mountain-bike-route-section-2-digital-route/): This section of the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route leads from Helena, Montana, to Colter Bay, Wyoming, by way of... - [Great Divide Mountain Bike Route, Section 3 Digital Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/great-divide-mountain-bike-route-section-3-digital-route/): This section of the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route is entirely in Wyoming. It begins in the magnificent Teton country... - [Great Divide Mountain Bike Route, Section 4 Digital Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/great-divide-mountain-bike-route-section-4-digital-route/): This section of the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route begins in Rawlins, Wyoming. South of that windy, rough-hewn Wyoming community... - [Great Divide Mountain Bike Route, Section 5 Digital Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/great-divide-mountain-bike-route-section-5-digital-route/): This section of the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route leads from Salida, Colorado, to the Conejos River outpost of Platoro,... - [Great Divide Mountain Bike Route, Section 6 Digital Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/great-divide-mountain-bike-route-section-6-digital-route/): This section is entirely in New Mexico beginning in Grants and wending its way south to Antelope Wells or the... - [Great Divide - Canada Section Digital Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/great-divide-canada-section-digital-route/): This route extends the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route into Canada along both the spine and foothills of the Rocky... - [Great Divide - no Canada Digital Route Set](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/great-divide-no-canada-digital-route-set/): The world’s longest mountain bike route, this route traces the Continental Divide from Canada to Mexico on dirt and gravel... - [Idaho Hot Springs Mt Bike Digital Route Set](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/idaho-hot-springs-mt-bike-digital-route-set/): Soak in your choice of 50+ hot springs along this scenic loop amongst rivers and mountains located northeast of Boise.... - [Lewis & Clark Map Digital Route Set](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/lewis-clark-map-digital-route-set/): For the ultimate Lewis and Clark experience, the Lewis & Clark Bicycle Trail is the only way to go. This... - [Lewis & Clark Section 1 Digital Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/lewis-clark-section-1-digital-route/): Section 1 of the Lewis & Clark Bicycle Trail begins near the 1803-04 winter encampment of the Corps of Discovery.... - [Lewis & Clark Section 2 Digital Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/lewis-clark-section-2-digital-route/): This section of the Lewis & Clark Bicycle Trail continues to follow the Missouri River and goes through Sioux City,... - [Lewis & Clark Section 3 Digital Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/lewis-clark-section-3-digital-route/): Section 3 of the Lewis & Clark Trail begins in the capital city of Pierre, South Dakota. Riding north on... - [Lewis & Clark Section 4 Digital Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/lewis-clark-section-4-digital-route/): The fourth section of the Lewis & Clark Bicycle Trail begins in Dickinson, North Dakota. The route follows the I-94... - [Lewis & Clark Section 5 Digital Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/lewis-clark-section-5-digital-route/): This section is rich with historical locations, and includes several alternate routing options. At Three Forks, the Missouri River splits... - [Lewis & Clark Section 6 Digital Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/lewis-clark-section-6-digital-route/): Section 6 of the Lewis & Clark Bicycle Trail can be broken into two segments based on the corps multidirectional... - [Lewis & Clark Section 7 Digital Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/lewis-clark-section-7-digital-route/): Section 7 of the Lewis & Clark Bicycle Trail begins in Clarkston and heads overland to the Pacific Ocean. When... - [Lewis & Clark Section 8 Digital Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/lewis-clark-section-8-digital-route/): Section 8 of the Lewis & Clark Bicycle Trail traces the eastbound path Captain Clark explored along the Yellowstone River... - [Lake Erie Connector Digital Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/lake-erie-connector-digital-route/): The Lake Erie Connector is intended primarily as a shortcut that saves 244 miles between the North Lakes Route near... - [North Lakes Map Digital Route Set](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/north-lakes-map-digital-route-set/): This route around northern Lake Michigan features a ferry ride option across the lake, miles of beautiful shoreline, and the... - [North Lakes Section 1 Digital Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/north-lakes-section-1-digital-route/): Beginning in Osceola, Wisconsin, along the St. Croix River, the route is mostly flat as it makes a gradual transition... - [North Lakes Section 2 Digital Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/north-lakes-section-2-digital-route/): From Escanaba to St. Ignace the route stays mostly on US 2. This highway is very busy with both recreational... - [North Lakes Section 3 Digital Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/north-lakes-section-3-digital-route/): From Mackinaw City, Michigan to Cross Village, the route primarily follows two-lane county roads through farms. From the campground at... - [Northern Tier + North Lakes Digital Route Set](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/northern-tier-north-lakes-digital-route-set/): ***Map set does not include Digital Route Data for Northern Tier Sections 7,8,9*** This route compilation includes maps sections of... - [Northern Tier Map Digital Route Set](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/northern-tier-map-digital-route-set/): From Puget Sound in Washinton to fishing villages in Maine, the Northern Tier crosses four mountain ranges- the Cascades, Rockies,... - [Northern Tier Section 1 Digital Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/northern-tier-section-1-digital-route/): Because of heavy snow, the North Cascades National Park is only open to through traffic on SR 20 between late... - [Northern Tier Section 2 Digital Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/northern-tier-section-2-digital-route/): SR 200 east of Sandpoint carries both recreational and commercial traffic so ride it cautiously. In Montana, the route uses... - [Northern Tier Section 3 Digital Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/northern-tier-section-3-digital-route/): Beginning in Cut Bank, the route heads southeast along the Rocky Mountain Front, where the eastern slopes of the Rocky... - [Northern Tier Section 4 Digital Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/northern-tier-section-4-digital-route/): From Dickinson to Fargo, the route follows a portion of I-94, county roads and state highways. The highways east of... - [Northern Tier Section 5 Digital Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/northern-tier-section-5-digital-route/): Almost without exception, this route follows quiet, rural roads. One exception is when it passes through Itasca State Park, the... - [Northern Tier Section 6 Digital Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/northern-tier-section-6-digital-route/): On this section of the route, you will be riding on paved state trails and two-lane roads with varying shoulder... - [Northern Tier Section 8 Digital Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/northern-tier-section-8-digital-route/): Grades in the Lowlands, where this section is located, are minimal, if not nonexistent. The elevation rises less than 500... - [Northern Tier Section 9 Digital Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/northern-tier-section-9-digital-route/): You will encounter a big change in this section because the route traverses the city of Cleveland and its suburbs,... - [Northern Tier Section 10 Digital Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/northern-tier-section-10-digital-route/): From Orchard Park northward into Buffalo you will experience urban riding conditions so ride defensivly. A nicely paved but poorly... - [Northern Tier Section 11 Digital Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/northern-tier-section-11-digital-route/): This section passes through three states, each with somewhat different riding conditions, but the roads generally are fair. Vermont and... - [Northern Tier Section 7 Digital Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/northern-tier-section-7-digital-route/): In general, you’ll encounter either hills or long rolling grades along this section, with the exception of flat terrain north... - [Pacific Coast Digital Route Set](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/pacific-coast-digital-route-set/): The scenic Pacific Coast Route travels from Vancouver, B. C. , to Imperial Beach, California. Breathtaking cliffs, redwood forests, lighthouses,... - [Pacific Coast Route Section 1 Digital Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/pacific-coast-route-section-1-digital-route/): Vancouver is a relatively easy city in which to bicycle. Then after crossing the border into Washington, you’ll be riding... - [Pacific Coast Route Section 2 Digital Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/pacific-coast-route-section-2-digital-route/): Along the Oregon Coast, the route often uses US 101, a two-lane highway popular with tourists. During the summer months... - [Pacific Coast Route Section 3 Digital Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/pacific-coast-route-section-3-digital-route/): Because the heavy motorized traffic tends to be even heavier in the summer, we recommend that you ride this route... - [Pacific Coast Route Section 4 Digital Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/pacific-coast-route-section-4-digital-route/): Because the heavy motorized traffic tends to be even heavier in the summer, we recommend that you ride this route... - [Pacific Coast Route Section 5 Digital Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/pacific-coast-route-section-5-digital-route/): Because the heavy traffic tends to be even heavier in summer, we recommend that you ride this route in the... - [Texas Hill Country Loop Digital Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/texas-hill-country-loop-digital-route/) - [Idaho Hot Springs Mt Bike Main Digital Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/idaho-hot-springs-mt-bike-main-digital-route/): Soak in your choice of 50+ hot springs along this scenic loop amongst rivers and mountains located northeast of Boise.... - [Idaho Hot Springs Mt Bike Singletrack Options Digital Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/idaho-hot-springs-mt-bike-singletrack-options-digital-route/): Soak in your choice of 50+ hot springs along this scenic loop amongst rivers and mountains located northeast of Boise.... - [Adventure Cycling - Cycling Cap](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/adventure-cycling-cycling-cap/): Show your support of Adventure Cycling Association with this custom rally style cycling cap. This Cycling Cap is lighter and... - [Spurcycle C70 Mirror](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/spurcycle-c70-mirror/): Spurcycle believes in mirrors like we believe in bells. Ride with one for a week and you’ll never again want... - [Spurcycle R50 Mirror](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/spurcycle-r50-mirror/): Spurcycle believes in mirrors like we believe in bells. Ride with one for a week and you’ll never again want... - [Crosspoint Waterproof Beanie](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/crosspoint-waterproof-beanie/): Snow, wind or rain is no match for The Crosspoint Waterproof Beanie, it’s ready for any cold wet weather adventure.... - [Beacon Lights LED 4-Pack](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/beacon-lights-led-4-pack/): Beacon Lights are wearable red LEDs. These light weight red LEDs can be set to glow or flash modes with... - [Southern Tier Section 1 Digital Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/southern-tier-section-1-digital-route/): From San Diego you’ll ride on bike paths and residential streets on a steady climb into the mountains. Dry easterly... - [Southern Tier Section 2 Digital Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/southern-tier-section-2-digital-route/): Expect urban cycling conditions with traffic from Tempe to the turn northward toward Usery Pass. After turning onto SR 87,... - [Southern Tier Section 3 Digital Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/southern-tier-section-3-digital-route/): El Paso and its environs are hot and desert-like. Road surfaces are often rough and traffic is heavy; avoid riding... - [Southern Tier Section 4 Digital Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/southern-tier-section-4-digital-route/): Leaving Del Rio, the route typically follows two-lane highways with good surfaces and wide shoulders. Farm Rd. 344 east of... - [Southern Tier Section 5 Digital Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/southern-tier-section-5-digital-route/): From Navasota eastward the route continues through farming and ranching country on the state highways and rural roads. Near the... - [Southern Tier Section 6 Digital Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/southern-tier-section-6-digital-route/): The route meanders through eastern Louisiana on county and state highways which are, for the most part, two-lane roads. After... - [Southern Tier Section 7 Digital Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/southern-tier-section-7-digital-route/): Heading eastward across the Florida panhandle, you’ll follow either US 90 or county two-lane roads. Stretches of the route between... - [TransAm Digital Route Set](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/transam-digital-route-set/): The route that made cross-country cycling famous (Outside magazine calls the TransAm the “ultimate bicycle tour”). Ride through the history... - [TransAmerica Section 1 Digital Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/transamerica-section-1-digital-route/): Section 1 of the TransAm takes you down the Pacific coast from Astoria, founded by two expeditions outfitted and funded... - [TransAmerica Section 2 Digital Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/transamerica-section-2-digital-route/): Section 2 of the TransAm takes you over 5,324-foot elevation McKenzie Pass in the Cascades and through the gold country... - [TransAmerica Section 3 Digital Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/transamerica-section-3-digital-route/): Just east of Baker City, Oregon, Section 3 of the TransAm crosses the famous Oregon Trail, the route of the... - [TransAmerica Section 4 Digital Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/transamerica-section-4-digital-route/): From Missoula the TransAm Trail turns southward, following the footsteps of Lewis and Clark through the Bitterroot Valley. It then... - [TransAmerica Section 5 Digital Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/transamerica-section-5-digital-route/): Section 5 of the TransAm route takes you through Yellowstone National Park, the jewel of America’s National Park System, and... - [TransAmerica Section 6 Digital Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/transamerica-section-6-digital-route/): Section 6 of the TransAmerica Trail follows a 15-mile section of I-80 between Sinclair and Walcott, and then turns south.... - [TransAmerica Section 7 Digital Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/transamerica-section-7-digital-route/): Section 7 of the TransAm takes you out of the foothills of the Rocky Mountains and onto the High Plains... - [TransAmerica Section 8 Digital Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/transamerica-section-8-digital-route/): No uphills, no downhills, few turns. It must be Kansas. The Santa Fe Trail intersects the TransAmerica Trail at Larned... - [TransAmerica Section 9 Digital Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/transamerica-section-9-digital-route/): Section 9 of the TransAm Trail leaves flat Kansas and takes you into western Missouri’s gently rolling terrain. The route... - [TransAmerica Section 10 Digital Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/transamerica-section-10-digital-route/): In southern Illinois, section 10 of the TransAm Trail skirts glaciated terrain, then winds through the ridges and valleys of... - [TransAmerica Section 11 Digital Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/transamerica-section-11-digital-route/): The Appalachians may not be as tall as the Rockies, but they are harder to cross than the big mountains... - [TransAmerica Section 12 Digital Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/transamerica-section-12-digital-route/): Section 12 of the TransAm Trail begins in Christiansburg. Most of the roads through the Appalachians of central Virginia are... - [Arkansas High Country Digital Route Set](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/arkansas-high-country-digital-route-set/): The route is comprised of three large adjacent loops: the South Loop, the Central Loop, and the Northwest Loop. The... - [Arkansas High Country Section 1 South Digital Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/arkansas-high-country-section-1-south-digital-route/): The South Loop begins and ends in Little Rock. You can go in either direction – clockwise or counterclockwise. It... - [Arkansas High Country Section 2 North Digital Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/arkansas-high-country-section-2-north-digital-route/): This map shows the Central Loop and the Northwest Loop. The Central Loop traverses the Boston Mountains of the Ozark... - [Southern Tier Digital Route Set](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/southern-tier-digital-route-set/): Our southern trans-continental route will take you from San Diego, California, to St. Augustine, Florida. Explore the Southwest, the Texas... - [Gorewear C3 Gore Tex Infinium Stretch Mid Gloves](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/gorewear-c3-gore-tex-infinium-stretch-mid-gloves/): Gorewear C3 Gore Tex Infinium Stretch Mid Gloves have windproof, water-resistant outer fabric combined with a light brushed interior add... - [Adventure Awaits - T-Shirt](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/adventure-awaits-t-shirt/): What’s your next adventure? Whether it’s tomorrow or next year, represent Adventure Cycling with the Adventure Awaits T-Shirt. 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You will pedal close to 80 miles... - [Parks, Peaks, and Prairies Section 2](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/parks-peaks-and-prairies-section-2/): This section includes many amazing sites including Devils Tower, Mt. Rushmore, the Badlands, plus traversing the hilly Black Hills. The... - [Parks, Peaks, and Prairies Section 3](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/parks-peaks-and-prairies-section-3/): This section intersects the Lewis & Clark Bicycle Trail in Fort Thompson, South Dakota. Terrain is flat to rolling, but... - [Parks, Peaks, and Prairies Map Set](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/parks-peaks-and-prairies-map-set/): The Parks, Peaks, and Prairies Route begins in West Yellowstone, Montana, and heads eastward through several national parks and monuments:... - [Northern Tier + North Lakes Map Set](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/northern-tier-north-lakes-map-set/): This route compilation includes maps sections 1-6 & 10-11 of the Northern Tier, and the full North Lakes map set along with the Lake Erie... - [Northern Tier Section 8](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/northern-tier-section-8/): Grades in the Lowlands, where this section is located, are minimal, if not nonexistent. The elevation rises less than 500... - [Northern Tier Section 9](https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/northern-tier-section-9/): You will encounter a big change in this section because the route traverses the city of Cleveland and its suburbs,... --- ## Member News - [Your May 2026 Member Newsletter](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/your-may-2026-member-newsletter/): Welcome to Bike Month! Like Christmas for cyclists. - [Advocacy in Action: How Adventure Cycling Is Showing Up for Bike Travel](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/advocacy-in-action-how-adventure-cycling-is-showing-up-for-bike-travel/): If you ride a bike, you have a stake in advocacy. That’s true whether you’re crossing the country, commuting to... - [Your April 2026 Member Newsletter](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/your-april-2026-member-newsletter/): Spring in Montana is a time for the senses. Suddenly, almost without warning, I awaken to hear chirp, gurgle, quack,... - [Board Announces New Interim ED](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/board-announces-new-interim-ed/): A Note from the Board Dear Members, Spring is here, cyclists are pedaling, change is in the air, and we... - [Your 2025 Impact and What's Ahead](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/your-2025-impact-and-whats-ahead/): Dear Members, Adventure Cycling has been through a lot in the past few years. You’ve probably felt some of it... - [Your March 2026 Member Newsletter](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/your-march-2026-member-newsletter/): Our newest route, the Golden Gravel Trail, is live on our website! You get to ride through the oldest mountains... - [Your February 2026 Member Newsletter](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/your-february-2026-member-newsletter/): So much has happened for Adventure Cycling in the last month and a half: our wildly fun and successful Jubilee... - [Important Leadership Update](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/important-leadership-update/): From the Executive Director Dear Adventure Cycling members, I am writing to share that I will be stepping down from... - [Building vote results: What's next for ACA](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/building-vote-results-whats-next-for-aca/): Dear Members, Thank you to the 8,271 members who participated in the recent vote on the proposed sale of Adventure... - [Introducing the Fall 2025 Additions to the United States Bicycle Route System](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/fall-2025-usbrs-updates/): Adventure Cycling has big news for riders and advocates alike. The U. S. Bicycle Route System (USBRS) continues to grow,... - [Your January 2026 Member Newsletter](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/your-january-2026-member-newsletter/): Hello, Welcome to 2026! For some, a new year can be a meaningful marker — a moment to reset, establish... - [Jan 13 Member Meeting + Vote Timeline](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/jan-13-member-meeting-vote-timeline/): As we shared in our recent communications, Adventure Cycling is holding a second vote on the building sale to ensure... - [New Vote Announced](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/new-vote-announced/): Thank you for your overwhelming support in our recent building sale vote, where 94. 7% of you voted in favor... - [Building Sale Vote Results, Process, and Opposition](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/building-sale-vote-results-process-and-opposition/): Thank you to all who participated in Adventure Cycling’s building sale vote. We’re writing to share the results, recap the... - [ED Update: Challenges and Building Sale](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/ed-update-challenges-and-building-sale/): Like many nonprofits, Adventure Cycling is facing serious challenges. Now it's time to make strategic decisions to secure our organization's... - [Highlights from the Member & Community Webinar](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/highlights-from-the-member-community-webinar/): Here's what you need to know about our current situation, building sale, new leadership, and 50th anniversary celebration. - [Quarterly Board Update - September](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/quarterly-board-update-september/): Today marks an exciting milestone in Adventure Cycling's journey. I'm thrilled to announce that our Board of Directors has selected... - [Quarterly Board Update - June](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/quarterly-board-update-june/): A Message from the Adventure Cycling Board of Directors Dear adventure cyclists, The Adventure Cycling Board of Directors recently decided... - [Quarterly ED and Board Update: March 2025](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/quarterly-ed-and-board-update-march-2025/): Letter from the Executive Director Dear Adventure Cycling Members, I’m writing to share that my time with Adventure Cycling Association... - [Quarterly ED and Board Update January 2025](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/quarterly-ed-and-board-update-january-2025/): Letter from the Executive Director ED Jen O’Dell poses with a snowman her family built. Dear Adventure Cycling Community, As... - [Iconic Adventure Cycling Route Network Now on Ride with GPS](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/iconic-adventure-cycling-route-network-now-on-ride-with-gps/): Adventure Cycling Association has partnered with Ride with GPS to offer cyclists a new and enhanced way to navigate the... - [New USBRS Announcements for Fall 2024](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/new-usbrs-announcements-for-fall-2024/): The U. S. Bicycle Route System is adding four new routes in three states! The new routes are USBR 37... - [Quarterly Update from Board / ED for November 2024](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/quarterly-update-from-board-ed-for-november-2024/): Letter from the Executive Director At Adventure Cycling, we believe that bicycle travel isn’t just about the miles you pedal... - [Rolling out Adventure Cycling Digital Routes on Ride with GPS](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/rolling-out-adventure-cycling-digital-routes-on-ride-with-gps/): Adventure Cycling has partnered with Ride with GPS to offer riders a new and enhanced way to navigate Adventure Cycling... - [Welcome to Our New Membership Program](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/welcome-to-our-new-membership-program/): Your support for Adventure Cycling is crucial. Our members are the spiritual, communal, and financial lifeblood of the organization. Your... - [Quarterly Update from Board / ED for July 2024](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/quarterly-update-from-board-ed-for-july-2024/): Letter from the ED Get ready to feel the thrill of the open road and the wind in your hair... - [New USBRS Announcements for Spring 2024](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/new-usbrs-annoucements-for-spring-2024/): The US Bicycle Route System has bypassed the 20,000 mile benchmark with three completely new routes and two major extensions!... - [Charting a Course for the Future of Bicycle Travel](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/charting-a-course-for-the-future-of-bicycle-travel/): Adventure Cycling’s Strategic Plan 2024-2029 We believe that adventure, whether small or large, can change us. To live a life... - [New Member Benefits: The Feed and BikeInsure](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/new-member-benefits-the-feed-and-bikeinsure/): We’ve expanded our lineup of exclusive benefits with new partners: BikeInsure, The Feed, Ritchey, WTB, and Big Agnes. From safeguarding... - [Quarterly Update from Board / ED for March 2024](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/quarterly-update-from-board-ed-for-march-2024/): Letter from the ED I’m thrilled to share exciting updates as we transition into the second quarter of 2024. First... - [Bicycle Giveaway: Bike Friday All-Packa](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/bicycle-giveaway-bike-friday-all-packa/): For 2024, we are giving away an All-Packa bike from Bike Friday, a small family-owned company located in Eugene, Oregon.... - [Magazine Mistake](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/magazine-mistake/): Oops! We made a mistake! The March/April issue of Adventure Cyclist Magazine will have a band around it that says... - [Quarterly update from the ED and Board Chair--November 2023](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/quarterly-update-from-the-ed-and-board-chair-november-2023/): Letter from the ED As we wind down from another exciting season of bike travel adventures, it is time for... - [Three New Routes Added to the US Bicycle Route System](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/three-new-routes-added-to-the-us-bicycle-route-system/): There are major expansions to the United States Bicycle Route System, including three completely new routes and a connection from... - [Member Drive Giveaway: Tumbleweed Prospector Bike](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/member-drive-giveaway-tumbleweed-prospector-bike/): Our Fall Member Drive is happening now. Join or renew today for a chance to win this prize package and entry... - [Adventure Cycling Seeks Short Routes for Regional Bike Travel](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/adventure-cycling-seeks-short-routes-for-regional-bike-travel/): At Adventure Cycling, we believe that the joy and freedom of bicycle travel should be accessible to everyone. We understand... - [Quarterly update from the ED and Board Chair--June 2023](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/quarterly-update-from-the-ed-and-board-chair-june-2023/): Letter from the ED As we emerge into the post-COVID world, a key theme of 2023 is reconnection. We’re excited... - [2023 Adventure Cycling Association Ambassadors](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/2023-adventure-cycling-association-ambassadors/): In order to address the problem of a sometimes inaccessible, exclusive cycling culture, we have begun an ambassador program. Ambassadors have... - [Update from the ED and Board of Directors](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/update-from-the-ed-and-board-of-directors/): Letter from the ED We created this newsletter to reconnect with our community and foster a culture of transparency. Throughout... - [Join or Renew to Win a Bike Travel Prize Package!](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/join-or-renew-to-win-a-bike-travel-prize-package/): When you join or renew your membership during the Spring Member Drive, you’ll be entered to win some seriously cool... - [Signage on USBRS 7 in Connecticut Thanks to Stakeholder Efforts](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/signage-on-usbrs-7-in-connecticut-thanks-to-stakeholder-efforts/): We are proud to announce an impressive U. S. Bicycle Route System success from our partnership with Housatonic Heritage. Cyclists passing... - [Updates from our ED and Board of Directors](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/updates-from-our-ed-and-board-of-directors/): Happy New Year! The past year has been one of many changes for Adventure Cycling. Despite the pandemic, I’m happy... - [Celebrating a transportation win for cyclists in Montana!](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/were-celebrating-a-transportation-win-for-cyclists-in-montana/): We’re proud to announce a win for cyclists on one of Montana’s scenic thoroughfares that links up popular Adventure Cycling... - [More details on USBRS route updates for Fall 2022!](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/details-on-usbrs-updates-fall-2022/): It feels like the USBRS got an early holiday gift! One new state added to the system and two more... - [Bike Your Park Day 2022 adventures and photos](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/bike-your-park-day-2022-adventures-and-photos/): Thank you to the hundreds of cyclists who celebrated Bike Your Park Day! Here are just a few of the... - [Time for a Makeover: Adventure Cyclist has a glow-up for its 50th volume](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/time-for-a-makeover-adventure-cyclist-has-a-glow-up-for-its-50th-volume/): A note from our Editor-in-Chief, Carolyne Whelan: You may have noticed changes over the past few years, from programming to... - [Updates from our ED and Board](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/updates-from-our-ed-and-board/): Happy New Year! The past year has been one of many changes for Adventure Cycling. Despite the pandemic, I’m happy... - [Member Drive Giveaway - Bike Flights Shipping Voucher & MONe Bike](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/member-drive-giveaway-bike-flights-shipping-voucher-mone-bike/): When you join or renew your membership during the September Member Drive, you’ll be entered to win some seriously cool... - [Rider Alert: Emergency route detour on Southern Tier](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/rider-alert-emergency-route-detour-on-southern-tier/): Adventure Cycling is recommending a major detour for cyclists riding the Southern Tier in Louisiana on Map Section 6 (New Orleans... - [Member Drive Giveaway - Revelate Spinelock™, 2 Feed Bags & Club Ride Gift Certificate](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/member-drive-giveaway-revelate-spinelock-2-feed-bags-club-ride-gift-certificate/): When you join or renew your membership during the September Member Drive, you’ll be entered to win some seriously cool... - [Member Drive Giveaway - WatrBodl Bottles & Forager Cable Cherries](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/member-drive-giveaway-watrbodl-bottles-forager-cable-cherries/): When you join or renew your membership during the September Member Drive, you’ll be entered to win some seriously cool... - [Member Drive Giveaway - Little Bike Bag & AeroPress GO](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/member-drive-giveaway-little-bike-bag-aeropress-go/): When you join or renew your membership during the September Member Drive, you’ll be entered to win some seriously cool... - [Member Drive Giveaway - Adventure Cycling Map Set and Osprey Packs](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/member-drive-giveaway-adventure-cycling-map-set-and-osprey-packs/): When you join or renew your membership during the September Member Drive, you’ll be entered to win some seriously cool... - [The September Member Drive is Under Way!](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/the-september-member-drive-is-under-way/): When you join or renew your membership during the September Member Drive, you’ll be entered to win some seriously cool... - [Ideas for Bike Your Park Day with Friends of the Myakka River](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/meet-miri-hardy-from-bike-myakka/): Thank you to Miri Hardy, Executive Director of Friends of Myakka River, for sharing about last year’s Bike Your Park Day... - [Combining biking and public service with Florida's Bike Myakka!](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/combining-biking-and-public-service-with-bike-myakka/): by Miri Hardy, Executive Director of Friends of Myakka River Last year’s theme for National Public Lands Day, the nation’s... - [BOLT Act passes House of Representatives](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/bolt-act-passes-house-of-representatives/): In exciting news for off-road bicycle travel, the Biking On Long Distance Trails Act has been approved by the House!... - [U.S. Bicycle Route System tops 18,000 Miles!](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/usbrs-tops-18-000-miles/): Spring is a time for new growth and happily the USBRS is on trend and growing! Late last month three... - [Thank you to everyone who attended Bike Travel Weekend!](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/thank-you-to-everyone-who-attended-bike-travel-weekend/): Bike Travel Weekend Bandon Bicycle Works Thank you to all the riders who made Bike Travel Weekend 2022 June 3-5 a... - [Adventure Cycling rides with Texas kids](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/adventure-cycling-rides-with-austin-kids/): In May, two Adventure Cycling staffers went down to Austin, Texas for a special week of Bike Overnights outreach events,... - [Cyclists advised to avoid Yellowstone floods](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/cyclists-advised-to-avoid-yellowstone-flooding-areas/): JUNE 16, 2022 – Travelers are advised to avoid the Yellowstone National Park area due to disastrous flooding that has... - [Our Impact at Bikerversary](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/our-impact-at-bikerversary/): Adventure Cycling Association’s mission to inspire, empower, and connect with people to bicycle travel is the reason for our Bike... - [Amtrak expands bike service on DC to Chicago route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/amtrak-expands-bike-service-on-dc-to-chicago-route/): If you’ve been thinking about a bike adventure on the Great Allegheny Passage or C&O Canal, now’s the time! Amtrak... - [Wildfire shuts down portion of Great Divide Mountain Bike Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/wildfire-shuts-down-portion-of-great-divide-mountain-bike-route/): Adventure Cycling is recommending large detours for any Great Divide Mountain Bike Riders who might be riding in New Mexico... - [Announcing Intermountain Connector routes in partnership with Bikepacking Roots!](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/announcing-intermountain-connector-routes-in-partnership-with-bikepacking-roots/): Two epic mountain biking routes run north to south across the western United States – the Great Divide Mountain Bike... - [Updates from Adventure Cycling's Executive Director](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/updates-from-adventure-cyclings-executive-director/): A version of this message went out via email to all members who are subscribed to our updates on March... - [Spring Adventure Cycling updates from the Board of Directors](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/spring-adventure-cycling-updates-from-the-board-of-directors/): A version of this message went out to Adventure Cycling members via email on Feb. 1. First, an update on... - [Member Drive Giveaway- BikeFlights Voucher & MONe El Pebblito Gravel Bike](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/member-drive-giveaway-bikeflights-voucher-mone-el-pebblito-gravel-bike/): When you join or renew your membership during the February Member Drive, you’ll be entered to win some seriously cool prizes... - [Member Drive Giveaway- GSI Outdoors Cook Set & Sinewave Charger](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/member-drive-giveaway-gsi-outdoors-cook-set-sinewave-charger/): When you join or renew your membership during the February Member Drive, you’ll be entered to win some seriously cool prizes... - [Member Drive Giveaway - Oveja Negra Gift Package and PDW Bike Bell](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/member-drive-giveaway-oveja-negra-gift-package-and-pdw-bike-bell/): When you join or renew your membership during the February Member Drive, you’ll be entered to win some seriously cool prizes... - [Member Drive Giveaway - Adventure Cycling Map Set & Osprey Packs](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/member-drive-giveaway-adventure-cycling-map-set-osprey-packs/): When you join or renew your membership during the February Member Drive, you’ll be entered to win some seriously cool prizes... - [The February Member Drive is on!](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/the-february-member-drive-is-on/): This year, we’re helping you spring into gear with an amazing bike touring prize package and a chance to win a... - [USBRS Adds New Route on Eastern Seaboard and 150 miles!](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/usbrs-adds-new-route-on-eastern-seaboard-and-150-miles/): We are happy to announce the designation of USBR 1 in Maryland and realignments to existing routes in three states... - [Big, Beautiful, Bike Your Park Day 2021!](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/bike-your-park-day-2021/): If you received some of the emails about Bike Your Park Day on September 25, 2021, you’re probably aware we... - [Member Drive Giveaway - Big Agnes and Co-Motion Cycles](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/member-drive-giveaway-big-agnes-and-co-motion-cycles/): We have extended the September Member Drive to October 10th! When you join or renew your membership during the Member... - [Member Drive Giveaway - PDW and Aeropress](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/member-drive-giveaway-pdw-and-aeropress/): When you join or renew your membership during the September Member Drive, you’ll be entered to win some seriously cool... - [Member Drive Giveaway - Blackburn and Abus](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/member-drive-giveaway-blackburn-and-abus/): When you join or renew your membership during the September Member Drive, you’ll be entered to win some seriously cool... - [Member Drive Giveaway - Spurcycle and Ombraz Sunglasses](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/member-drive-giveaway-spurcycle-and-ombraz/): When you join or renew your membership during the September Member Drive, you’ll be entered to win some seriously cool... - [Member Drive Giveaway - Adventure Hydration and ACRN Maps](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/member-drive-giveaway-adventure-hydration-and-acrn-maps/): When you join or renew your membership during the September Member Drive, you’ll be entered to win some seriously cool... - [September Member Drive](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/september-member-drive/): The September Member Drive is on! This year, we decided to pull out all the stops and put together the... - [Nearly 3,000 miles of new U.S. Bicycle Routes!](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/nearly-3-000-miles-of-new-u-s-bicycle-routes/): From the California coast to the heart of the country, the U. S. Bicycle Route System (USBRS) has grown by... - [An Introduction to Bike Overnights Ambassador Roxy Robles!](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/roxy-robles-introduction/): Roxy is a cyclist, urban planner, seamstress, and Filipinx food enthusiast living on the ancestral lands of the Duwamish (Seattle,... - [Bike Travel Weekend Attracts Cyclists Where They're at and Beyond!](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/bike-travel-weekend-attracts-cyclists-where-theyre-at-and-beyond/): Thousands of cyclists from around the world eagerly sought adventure during Adventure Cycling’s 6th Annual Bike Travel Weekend. This year... - [Introducing Carmen, Bike Overnights Event Coordinator](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/https-www-adventurecycling-org-members-news-carmen-aiken-bike-overnights/): Coming in #campandgoslow to Adventure Cycling is Carmen Aiken. As the new Bike Overnights Initiative (formerly Short Trips) Events Coordinator,... - [Five ways the USBRS helps you get out and ride!](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/five-ways-the-usbrs-helps-you-get-out-and-ride/): The U. S. Bicycle Route System is a network of designated cycling networks across the country. And you can ride... - [Small Town Invests Big in Bicycle Travel- Sterling, Kansas: A Case Study in Bicycle Tourism](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/small-town-invests-big-in-bicycle-travel/): At a glance, Sterling, Kansas appears to come straight out of a Norman Rockwell painting. The major summer event is... - [Adventure Cycling Launches Short Trips Initiative](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/adventure-cycling-launches-short-trips-initiative/): For the past 45 years, Adventure Cycling’s focus has been to inspire and empower people who go on long distance bicycle... - [Five New U.S. Bicycle Routes to celebrate in the New Year!](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/five-new-u-s-bicycle-routes-to-celebrate-in-the-new-year/): Just before turning the page to 2021, we received notice of the approval for five more U. S. Bicycle Routes!... - [Our fall member drive ends soon!](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/our-fall-member-drive-is-underway-with-special-perks-for-you/): It’s a great time to join Adventure Cycling membership! We have special perks and prizes during our fall Member Drive. Join this month... - [New Bike Services on Amtrak](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/new-bike-services-on-amtrak/): It’s a tough time for Amtrak with the pandemic reducing ridership, so we were happy to get some good news... - [Welcome Wisconsin and California to the U.S. Bicycle Route System!](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/welcome-wisconsin-and-california-to-the-u-s-bicycle-route-system/): The spring designations may have been held up by Covid-19, but Adventure Cycling is proud to finally announce new U.... - [Packing Your Bike and Finding a Campsite](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/packing-your-bike-and-finding-a-campsite/): If the idea of pedaling into the woods with everything you need packed on your bike sounds appealing, you’re not alone.... - [Parsing the New Parks, Peaks, and Prairies Route](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/parsing-the-new-parks-peaks-and-prairies-route/): Adventure Cycling cartographers are overjoyed to announce the release of the latest route in the Adventure Cycling Route Network (ACRN):... - [How Bike Trail Magic is Made: #MyTrailAngel Stories](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/how-trail-magic-is-made-mytrailangel-stories/): For the month of May, we asked you to share your #MyTrailAngel stories from your bike travels. We are celebrating the... - [Survey results: How the Covid-19 pandemic is affecting bicycle travel](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/survey-results-how-the-covid-19-pandemic-is-affecting-bicycle-travel/): We wanted to know: How is the Covid-19 pandemic affecting our members’ cycling plans? We sent out a short survey... - [Who is your bike travel Trail Angel? Share your story!](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/who-is-your-bike-travel-trail-angel-share-your-story/): If you’ve traveled anywhere on your bike, you’ve likely met a Trail Angel. The stranger who stops you on the... - [Behind the Scenes: 3 States Working on the USBRS](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/behind-the-scenes-3-states-working-on-the-usbrs/): When we talk about the USBRS, we often look at the whole huge picture – but the work to designate... - [Let the Youth Lead: Greg Siple Award Winner Introduces Bikepacking to High Schoolers](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/let-the-youth-lead-greg-siple-award-winner-introduces-bikepacking-to-high-schoolers/): Mary McGowan, winner of the 2019 Greg Siple Award for Young Adult Bike Travel, taught bikepacking skills to high school students... - [Let the Youth Lead: Greg Siple Award Winner Introduces Bikepacking to High Schoolers](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/let-the-youth-lead-greg-siple-award-winner-introduces-bikepacking-to-high-schoolers-2/): Mary McGowan, winner of the 2019 Greg Siple Award for Young Adult Bike Travel, taught bikepacking skills to high school students... - [Peek inside the member drive package](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/peek-inside-the-member-drive-package/): The annual February member drive is ON and the prize offerings for the member drive are pretty sweet! Check out... - [Make Your Voice Count! 5 Tips to Be More Effective When Taking Action](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/five-tips-for-effective-action/): We’ve all had our doubts about the effectiveness of our political system, but as you know, democracy can’t work without... - [3 Ways We're Advocating to Make Roads Safer for Bike Travel](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/advocating-to-make-roads-safer/): Gary was bicycle touring on a rural state highway with a rumble strip installed down the middle of the shoulder.... - [It's a great time to sign up during our member drive!](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/memberdrive/): Adventure Cycling Association’s annual member drive is going on now! What does that mean for you, you ask? It means... - [Rumble Strips and Bicycle Safety: How Does Your State Rank?](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/rumble-strips-and-bicycle-safety-how-does-your-state-rank/): When it comes to ensuring bicycle safety with rumble strip design and installation, we’ve got a long way to go.... - [I Toured Death Valley, and it's now a Favorite Place to Ride](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/i-toured-death-valley-favorite-place/): I consider myself one with the mountains – I’ve always ventured to the highest points I can wherever I am.... - [Inspiring Women/Trans/Femme People to Travel by Bike](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/inspiring-women-trans-femme-people-to-travel-by-bike/): “I believe that bicycle travel has the potential to help achieve world peace,” 2018 Greg Siple Award winner Rachel Horn wrote... - [Cycling with Youth in Arctic Kotzebue](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/cycling-with-youth-in-arctic-kotzebue/): When Thea Garrett applied for the Greg Siple Award for Young Adult Bike Travel in 2017 she didn’t know where... - [Bike Travel for People Who Are Blind](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/bike-travel-for-the-blind/): Briana Cohen gave over 70 people, including those who can’t see, the gift of bicycle travel with Fearless Tandem. It all came... - [How to See Glacier National Park By Bike & Train](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/how-to-see-glacier-national-park-by-bike-train/): Pam Murray of Charlotte, North Carolina won an Amtrak train trip with roomette and bike fees for two to Glacier... - [The September Member Drive is On!](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/the-september-member-drive-is-on/): Adventure Cycling Association’s annual member drive is going on now! When you join Adventure Cycling, you are directly supporting our work... - [Bike Your Park with the Child in Your Life](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/bike-your-park-with-the-child-in-your-life/): You’ll have just as much fun—and maybe even more—when you bring the child in your life (son, daughter, grandchild, niece,... - [What's the Story with Kansas?](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/whats-the-story-with-kansas/): In the summer of 2018, six people were hit while riding one of our routes across Kansas, including the iconic... - [Get the Scoop on the New Arkansas Loops](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/get-the-scoop-on-the-new-arkansas-loops/): Adventure Cycling cartographers are happy to announce the release of the latest route in the Adventure Cycling Route Network: Arkansas High... - [5 Fun Facts about the USBRS](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/5-fun-facts-about-the-usbrs/): Did you know that Adventure Cycling is the only organization to provide nationwide coordination of the U. S. Bicycle Route... - [Enjoy Bike Travel Weekend in Six Easy Steps](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/enjoy-bike-travel-weekend-in-six-easy-steps/): A summer-long — or even weeklong — bike tour isn’t in the cards for everyone, but a one or two-night trip... - [News](https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/news/): NULL --- ## Press Releases - [Adventure Cycling Association Names Andy Williamson as Executive Director](https://www.adventurecycling.org/press_releases/adventure-cycling-association-names-andy-williamson-as-executive-director/): Adventure Cycling Association's Board of Directors announced today the appointment of Andy Williamson as Executive Director, effective October 1, 2025.... - [Adventure Cycling Launches — The Vancouver Crossing Loop](https://www.adventurecycling.org/press_releases/adventure-cycling-launches-the-vancouver-crossing-loop/): For nearly half a century, Adventure Cycling has been crafting America’s premier long-distance bikepacking and bicycle touring routes, including the... - [Sarah Swallow to Preview Golden Gravel Trail](https://www.adventurecycling.org/press_releases/sarah-swallow-to-preview-golden-gravel-trail/): TAT Pioneer Sarah Swallow to Preview Adventure Cycling's New 3,688-Mile Golden Gravel Trail - [A new state joins the USBRS!](https://www.adventurecycling.org/press_releases/a-new-state-joins-the-usbrs/): MISSOULA, Mont. (Nov. 30, 2022) – Arkansas has joined the U. S. Bicycle Route System with the designation of its... - [3 new routes add 650 miles to U.S. Bicycle Route System](https://www.adventurecycling.org/press_releases/3-new-routes-add-650-miles-to-u-s-bicycle-route-system/): MISSOULA, Mont. (June 28, 2022) – Adventure Cycling Association is proud to announce the designation of three new U. S.... - [U.S. Bicycle Route System Adds New Route in Maryland](https://www.adventurecycling.org/press_releases/u-s-bicycle-route-system-adds-new-route-in-maryland/): MISSOULA, Mont. (Dec. 6, 2021) – Adventure Cycling Association is proud to announce the designation of U. S. Bicycle Route... - [U.S. Bicycle Route System Adds 2,903 Miles of New Routes in 5 States](https://www.adventurecycling.org/press_releases/u-s-bicycle-route-system-adds-2-903-miles-of-new-routes-in-5-states/): MISSOULA, Mont. , August 9, 2021 — Adventure Cycling Association is proud to announce the designation of 18 new U. S. Bicycle... - [Adventure Cycling and AASHTO Sign MOU To Formalize 16-Year Partnership](https://www.adventurecycling.org/press_releases/adventure-cycling-and-aashto-sign-mou/): WASHINGTON, DC – The American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials and the Adventure Cycling Association signed a Memorandum... - [U.S. Bicycle Route System expands to 14,841 miles and 31 states](https://www.adventurecycling.org/press_releases/u-s-bicycle-route-system-expands-to-14-841-miles-and-31-states/): MISSOULA, MONT. , January 11, 2021 — Adventure Cycling is proud to announce the designations of five new U. S.... - [The USBRS Welcomes New Cross-State Routes in Wisconsin and California](https://www.adventurecycling.org/press_releases/the-usbrs-welcomes-new-cross-state-routes-in-wisconsin-and-california/): Wisconsin and California join the U. S. Bicycle Route System following the virtual spring meeting of the American Association of... - [Parks, Peaks, and Prairies Bicycle Route Connects Yellowstone with Minneapolis](https://www.adventurecycling.org/press_releases/parks-peaks-and-prairies-bicycle-route-connects-yellowstone-with-minneapolis/): Photo by Tom Robertson MISSOULA, Mont. (June 22, 2020) – Adventure Cycling Association’s newest route was always going to be... - [Adventure Cycling Releases First-Ever Podcast, Dynamo Jenny](https://www.adventurecycling.org/press_releases/adventure-cycling-releases-first-ever-podcast-dynamo-jenny/): Illustration by Daniel Mrgan MISSOULA, MT (June 15, 2020) — The advent of the bicycle coincided with, and influenced, the rise... - [Winners of Adventure Cycling Award Encourage POC & LGBTQ+ to Travel by Bike](https://www.adventurecycling.org/press_releases/winners-of-adventure-cycling-award-encourage-poc-lgbtq-to-travel-by-bike/): James Keys, 21, Emilytricia Lopez Marchena, 29, Rachel Pauli, 30, Corinna Wollmann, 25, will take Adventure Cycling educational courses, get new... --- # # Detailed Content ## Pages - Published: 2026-05-20 - Modified: 2026-05-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/about-us/employment/ecr-research-rider/ Adventure Cycling Association is seeking three riders to help research and vet our upcoming Eastern Canada Route in June and July 2026. Riders will work alongside our Routes & Mapping team to evaluate the route experience, identify issues and highlights, and help document the corridor through photos, video, and ride summaries. Route Overview The Eastern Canada Route (ECR) is an 887-mile route connecting some of Eastern Canada’s most iconic cities and landscapes. Section 1: Toronto to Ottawa Section 2: Ottawa to Montreal Section 3: Montreal to Quebec City Overall route statistics: 887 total miles 84% bike path 50% gravel Section details: Section 1: Toronto to Ottawa 322 miles 69% gravel 81% bike paths Section 2: Ottawa to Montreal 286 miles 26% gravel 79% bike paths Section 3: Montreal to Quebec City 279 miles 48% gravel 85% bike paths Position Overview Research Riders will help Adventure Cycling Association evaluate and document the Eastern Canada Route ahead of publication. Riders will work closely with Amy W. , Cartography Program Manager, to understand the assigned section and complete field research along the route. Research must take place during June or July 2026, with all riding and deliverables completed by July 25, 2026. Because Adventure Cycling routes are published and navigated through Ride with GPS (RWGPS), selected riders must be comfortable using RWGPS as their primary navigation and route documentation tool throughout the project. Responsibilities Coordinate with Amy W. , Cartography Program Manager, before departure Ride and evaluate an assigned section of the Eastern... --- - Published: 2026-05-06 - Modified: 2026-05-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/store/ Shop Gear up for your mission. Support Ours. 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Professionally Crafted Routes and Maps — for Cyclists by Cyclists Our routes are more than just a line on the map. They're heavily researched and vetted, continually updated, and designed with cyclists'... --- - Published: 2026-04-28 - Modified: 2026-05-08 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/about-us/employment/marketing-contractor/ Position: Marketing Contractor Hours: Part-time, 20 hours per week Contract Dates: June 1, 2026 – Dec 31, 2026 Compensation: $28-38/hr DOE Schedule: Flexible; generally Monday–Friday within core business hours (MST) Location: Missoula, MT preferred (hybrid); remote applicants considered Position Overview: Adventure Cycling Association is seeking a highly detail-oriented, tech-savvy Marketing Contractor to support the day-to-day execution work of our Marketing & Communications team. This is a part-time contract role well suited to someone who thrives on variety, takes ownership of recurring and project-based tasks, and brings accuracy and initiative to our team and nonprofit mission. Reporting to the VP of Marketing & Communications, this contractor will handle a wide range of operational tasks spanning email marketing, platform management, advertising coordination, digital content updates, and project support. This role is ideal for a self-starter with strong organizational skills who is equally comfortable building an email in MS Dynamics, coordinating website updates, or tracking down a giveaway prize shipment. Primary Responsibilities: Email Marketing & Platforms (approx. 35%) Write and build emails in MS Dynamics 365 Marketing, including promotional, development, and tours-related emails Maintain the bulk email calendar and track email performance metrics Oversee certain recurring email campaigns, including scheduling, messaging, and the review process Build survey campaigns in SurveyMonkey as needed Advertising & Sponsor Coordination (approx. 20%) Manage Bike Bits advertising: liaise with advertisers, coordinate ad submissions, and manage contracts Track and manage corporate sponsor deliverables, ensuring commitments are fulfilled on schedule Campaign & Editorial Support (approx. 25%) Compile data and assist... --- - Published: 2026-04-23 - Modified: 2026-04-24 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/about-us/employment/development-manager/ Position: Development Manager Reports to: Interim Executive Director/VP of Engagement Start Date: 6/1/26 Salary: $60,000-$70,000 Position Overview: Adventure Cycling seeks an entrepreneurial, relationship-driven Development Manager to assist in growing the organization’s fundraising and membership programs. This is a highly autonomous role for someone who is equally comfortable writing a compelling donor appeal, managing database tasks, and cultivating major gift relationships. Reporting directly to the Interim Executive Director/VP of Engagement and working closely with the marketing team for content and communications support, the Development Manager will be responsible for executing a comprehensive annual giving program, membership conversion, managing corporate sponsors, and supporting major gift fundraising efforts. This is a role for a self-starter who thrives without a large team around them, brings strong writing and communication skills, and understands how data-informed donor engagement drives sustainable revenue. Principal Duties and Responsibilities: Fundraising & Membership Campaign Management (35%) Assist in planning, execution, and evaluation of annual giving campaigns across direct mail, email, digital, and in-person channels Manage membership acquisition, renewal, conversion, and lapsed member reactivation campaigns and systems Manage corporate sponsor prospecting and renewal, including outreach, tracking, and stewardship Solicit financial gifts from members and sponsors via email and phone Track campaign progress and prepare regular performance reports for the leadership and board of directors Assist with all gift processing, acknowledgment, and stewardship tasks related to incoming contributions Monitor and respond to donor and member inquiries promptly and professionally Major Gifts & Moves Management Support (25%) Manage all donor and prospective donor cultivation... --- - Published: 2026-04-07 - Modified: 2026-04-22 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/membership/campfire-chats/rsvp/ Join Us for Campfire Chats Your seat around the fire is waiting. Thank you for being a member! Campfire Chats is a new monthly benefit built around the kind of conversation that makes bike travel worth talking about — small groups, honest stories, and real connection with real cyclists. Once a month, April through November, we're gathering online with about 30 members at a time to dig into topics across bike travel, advocacy, and the beautiful mess of touring life. Sessions won't be recorded, and seats are limited! TransAm and the Courage to Try Dreux DeMack & Brielle Wacker April 22, 2026 | 5:00 PM Mountain Time The TransAm Trail has a way of calling to people. The question is: do you answer? In this first Campfire Chat, Bikecentennial rider, writer, and longtime ACA member Dreux DeMack sits down with tour leader Brielle Wacker — who has not only ridden the TransAm but leads others through it — to talk honestly about what it takes to go. We'll dig into the real work of preparing for a cross-country tour, the highs and lows you don't always see in the trip reports, and the unexpected connections that make the miles worth it. Whether you're actively planning a TransAm, still working up the nerve, or just love a good story from the road, you'll leave this session with a clearer picture of what the journey actually looks like — and maybe a little more courage to try it yourself. This Campsite is... --- - Published: 2026-04-03 - Modified: 2026-04-21 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/membership/campfire-chats/ Campfire Chats Real stories. Real riders. Real talk — just for members. Join us around the Campfire. Some of the best cycling advice you'll ever get doesn't come from a guidebook. It comes from the person sitting across from you at a campsite who just finished the route you're dreaming about. Campfire Chats is our way of recreating that moment. Just for members. As a new benefit for members, we’re gathering small groups online once a month for honest conversations about bike travel, advocacy, and the beautiful messy adventure that is bike travel. You’ll hear real stories, get real tips, and have the chance to connect directly with others in the session. If you’d like to stay in touch, you’ll have the option to share your contact info with fellow participants after the chat. Sessions will not be recorded, and seats are limited to keep conversations interactive. Not a member? Join today and secure your seat around the campfire. Pull Up a Chair & Join Us at the Campfire Log In to RSVP TransAm and the Courage to Try Dreux DeMack & Brielle Wacker April 22, 2026 | 5:00 PM Mountain Time The TransAm Trail has a way of calling to people. The question is: do you answer? In this first Campfire Chat, Bikecentennial rider, writer, and longtime ACA member Dreux DeMack sits down with tour leader Brielle Wacker — who has not only ridden the TransAm but leads others through it — to talk honestly about what it takes... --- - Published: 2026-04-01 - Modified: 2026-04-01 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/gpsr/ The General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR) is a cornerstone of the EU’s product safety framework, in effect as of December 13, 2024. It ensures that all consumer products marketed within the European Union meet stringent safety standards, regardless of the sales channel. This regulation applies to non-food items and outlines detailed responsibilities for businesses to guarantee product safety. Under the GPSR, businesses are required to ensure that their products are safe for consumers. This involves adhering to all relevant safety measures, maintaining clear documentation, and responding promptly to any safety concerns or inquiries. The regulation is designed to protect consumers and promote accountability across all levels of the supply chain. To comply with the GPSR, we are providing the following information. If you have any questions or concerns about the products sold on this site, please contact us using the contact details below. This page is linked in the footer of our site, making it visible on all product listing pages in accordance with GPSR requirements. Contact Information Email Contact (Preferred Method of Communication) If emailing, please include "GPSR INQUIRY" in the subject line. Email: info@adventurecycling. org Mailing Contact 150 East Pine Street P. O. Box 8308 Missoula, MT 59807 Print on Demand Items For inquiries related to print-on-demand products, please contact: Name: SINDEN VENTURES LIMITED Address: Markou Evgenikou 11, Mesa Geitonia 4002 Limassol Cyprus Email: gpsr@sindenventures. com Every item page should list whether it is print on demand. If you are not sure if your product is a print... --- - Published: 2026-03-30 - Modified: 2026-05-18 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/anniversary-events/calendar/ In-Person Events Toast new friends and old in honor of 50 years of great bike adventures Upcoming Events A TransAm Picnic June 27, 2026 Missoula, MT A small gathering of staff to welcome the 50th Anniversary TransAm guided tour group to Missoula with an afternoon picnic. Member Gathering Late October, date and location TBD Missoula, Montana An Adventure Cycling Board of Directors-led in Missoula, community-supported celebration of our 50th Anniversary. More details and registration instructions coming soon. Casual Gathering with ACA and Ortlieb This fall; date and location TBD Seattle, Washington A community building event for members and the bike-travel-curious located in the Seattle area. Come meet your newest riding buddies and scheme on your next big (or little) adventure. More details to come. Past Events Jubilee in the Desert January 9-12, 2026 Catalina State Park, Tucson, Arizona Jubilee is a 4-day event, full of rides, hikes, group meals, BBQs, and more. Honor 50 years of bike travel while renewing old friendships and making new ones, at a location well known for over 130-miles of interconnected bike paths and fabulous riding. Tracing the Divide — A Free Documentary Film Screening April 18, 2026 The Outpost on Platte, Denver, Colorado Celebrate our 50th anniversary and its upcoming community Drop-in Ride of the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route at a free screening of Tracing the Divide. The documentary follows two lifelong friends who trade comfort for chaos as they tackle that legendary route. Through headwinds, mud baths, and monsoon madness, the GDMBR pushes... --- - Published: 2026-03-27 - Modified: 2026-04-09 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/join/ Join the Movement Build Better Bike Travel Join Adventure Cycling as a member and help create safer routes, stronger communities, and unforgettable bike travel experiences. Become A Member Today! Your membership makes it possible to: Curate world-class bike touring and bikepacking routes like the TransAmerica Trail, Great Divide Mountain Bike Route, and new 3,800-mile Golden Gravel Trail Create trusted trip-planning resources Lead educational tours and programs Produce award-winning cycling journalism Advocate for safer, more accessible cycling nationwide As a nonprofit, we rely on members like you to make this work possible. Curate world-class bike routes. Produce award-winning journalism and resources Advocate for safer, accessible cycling nationwide Choose Your Membership, Choose Your Benefits, Maximize Your Impact Pedal Perks $25/yr. or $2. 50/mo. Trip planning resources Access to Campfire Chats Companions Wanted access Member newsletter Brand discounts 10% off digital & print routes Digital Hub $60/yr. or $6/mo. Trip planning resources Access to Campfire Chats Companions Wanted access Member newsletter Brand discounts 10% off digital & print routes Digital Adventure Cyclist magazine Our most popular level Classic Adventure Cyclist $100 /yr. or $10/mo. Trip planning resources Access to Campfire Chats Companions Wanted access Member newsletter Brand discounts 10% off digital & print routes Digital Adventure Cyclist magazine Print Adventure Cyclist magazine delivered to your mailbox Household brand discounts Leadership Levels:Chainring Champion, Map Maker, and Tailwind Society $250+/yr. or $25+/mo. Trip planning resources Access to Campfire Chats Companions Wanted access Member newsletter Brand discounts 10% off digital & print routes Digital Adventure Cyclist... --- - Published: 2026-03-27 - Modified: 2026-04-09 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/membership/renew-membership/ Renew Your Membership To Build Better Bike Travel When you renew your Adventure Cycling membership, you help create safer routes stronger communities, and unforgettable bike travel experiences. Renew Your Membership Today! Your membership makes it possible to: Curate world-class bike touring and bikepacking routes like the TransAmerica Trail, Great Divide Mountain Bike Route, and new 3,800-mile Golden Gravel Trail Create trusted trip-planning resources Lead educational tours and programs Produce award-winning cycling journalism Advocate for safer, more accessible cycling nationwide As a nonprofit, we rely on members like you to make this work possible. Curate world-class bike routes. Produce award-winning journalism and resources Advocate for safer, accessible cycling nationwide Choose Your Membership, Choose Your Benefits, Maximize Your Impact Pedal Perks $25/yr. or $2. 50/mo. Trip planning resources Access to Campfire Chats Companions Wanted access Member newsletter Brand discounts 10% off digital & print routes Digital Hub $60/yr. or $6/mo. Trip planning resources Access to Campfire Chats Companions Wanted access Member newsletter Brand discounts 10% off digital & print routes Digital Adventure Cyclist magazine Our most popular level Classic Adventure Cyclist $100 /yr. or $10/mo. Trip planning resources Access to Campfire Chats Companions Wanted access Member newsletter Brand discounts 10% off digital & print routes Digital Adventure Cyclist magazine Print Adventure Cyclist magazine delivered to your mailbox Household brand discounts Leadership Levels:Chainring Champion, Map Maker, and Tailwind Society $250+/yr. or $25+/mo. Trip planning resources Access to Campfire Chats Companions Wanted access Member newsletter Brand discounts 10% off digital & print routes Digital... --- - Published: 2026-03-26 - Modified: 2026-05-07 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/anniversary-events/drop-in/track/ Drop-in Rides Tracking Dot watch riders on three epic routes all season long Meet Our Ambassadors Ryan Van Duzer Route: Great Divide Mountain Bike Route Approx. Start Date: June 21 Bike: Priority 600ADX Favorite Trail Food: Refried Beans Luxury Item: Butter Knife Social: @duzer Seeing the world on two wheels has been my favorite way to connect with the world since I was a little boy. I just love riding my bike! The GDMBR has been good to me in the past (I rode most of it in 2020) and I'm excited to discover new things about myself and about this country. Trip Longer Route: Great Divide Mountain Bike Route and Golden Gravel Trail Approx. Start Date: June 1 (Mat's birthday) Bike: Panorama Cycles Taïga EXP 3 (for both) Favorite Trail Food: Ali: Crushed pineapple in cottage cheese Mat: Plain yogurt with frozen blueberries Luxury Item: Ali: Nail clippers Mat: Bedrock Sandals Social: @trip. longer and @thisisalibecker We are Mat and Ali, Canadian adventure enthusiasts who love spending time outside. Over the last ten years, we've amassed over 100,000 km of travel by bicycle, and it's become one of our favorite ways to experience new places and people. The Drop In rides provide the opportunity to celebrate our love for bike travel by riding the most iconic bikepacking route (Great Divide) and one of the newest, the Golden Gravel Trail. Meaghan Hackinen Route: Golden Gravel Trail Approx. Start Date: July 10 Bike: Cutthroat C Rival GX AXS Transmission SUS Favorite... --- - Published: 2026-03-20 - Modified: 2026-05-26 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/belong/give/50-more-years/ Our Best Miles Are Still Ahead Building the next 50 years depends on what we do together right now. Our 2026 Fundraising Goal 2100000 626500 2,694 Donations $233 Average Gift With your help, our goal is to raise $2. 1 million in 2026. When members voted to keep our building, it set a new course for our fundraising needs — $750,000 more than what normal targets would have been this year, and a goal we'll aim to reach for each of the next three years. To put that into perspective: If every member gave $50 above what they donated last year — or for the first time— or every life member gave an additional $250 above their typical gift, we'd complete year one’s goal immediately A significant funding gap would mean difficult choices about programs and staffing. Your gift helps us focus on the work that matters. We know not everyone will give — which means every gift matters more. Give Today Where We're Headed 2026: Building the foundation for the next fifty years. Our board and staff are taking an intentional, agile approach in 2026 — setting clear priorities, measuring what works, and adjusting based on member feedback and real-world conditions. Here's what we're building toward. Launch the Golden Gravel Trail into full public life — with a new guided tour, rider resources, and storytelling that introduces 3,804 miles of gravel adventure to cyclists across the country. Push the U. S. Bicycle Route System past 25,000 miles nationwide, reaffirming... --- - Published: 2026-03-16 - Modified: 2026-03-16 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2026-issues/spring-2026/ Digital Edition Download the Spring 2026 issue. In this Issue Editor’s Letter: Pulling Back the Curtain Reader Letters How to Spot Ryan Van Duzer on the GDMBR: We break down his kit to help you find him on the trail during this summer’s 50th anniversary Drop-in Ride of the GDMBR Going the Distance: Assembling a bike for the long haul Minnesota Nice: Unlocking the Gopher State’s North Shore The Next Best Stop: A free, new French bike hostel provides a communal space where travelers can learn about the region from experts: the locals themselves Forget About Iåt: What to do when you’re missing some essential gear Big Mountains, Small World: In Switzerland, friends new and old shrink the distance, if not the miles Southwest Solitaire: Where land and soul meet in the high desert Cowboy Chrome: Planning a tour with your novice parents requires the right trail, the right itinerary, and duct tape. Lots and lots of duct tape. Road Test: Batch Bikes GB. 1 and Gb. 2 Geared Up: Canyon Deflectr RLS helmet; Crank Brothers Klic HV handpump; Ass Savers Win Wing 2 fender; Modl Infinity Tool 2. 0 Companions Wanted Open Road Gallery --- - Published: 2026-03-09 - Modified: 2026-03-09 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/inquiry-forms-ads/get-your-map-catalog-meta/thank-you/ Thank you for your interest in the Adventure Cyclist magazine. You can access your digital copy here, and you’ll receive a confirmation email shortly. We'll also put a paper copy in the mail to you within the month. Also, you’re all signed up to receive our bi-monthly newsletter Bike Bits. Each issue features highlights from Adventure Cyclist magazine, stories and helpful articles from our blog, and a roundup of the weird and wonderful world (wide web) of bike travel. You can change your communication preferences in the email footer anytime. A little about Adventure Cycling: Since mapping our first route in 1976, the TransAmerica Bicycle Trail, the Adventure Cycling Route Network has blossomed to include the most scenic and historically significant bicycling routes in North America, including the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route, the Pacific Coast Route, and our newest Golden Gravel Trail. Discover your next great adventure on the Adventure Cycling Route Network, plan your adventure with our Plan Page, and check out all we have to offer adventure cyclists of all experience levels. --- - Published: 2026-03-02 - Modified: 2026-04-22 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/anniversary-events/gatherings/tracing-the-divide/ Adventure Cycling, Lunar Door Productions, and Denver Beer Co. present: Tracing the Divide — A Free Documentary Film Screening Come celebrate the Adventure Cycling nonprofit’s 50th anniversary and its upcoming community Drop-in Ride of the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route at a free screening of Tracing the Divide. The documentary follows two lifelong friends who trade comfort for chaos as they tackle that legendary route. Through headwinds, mud baths, and monsoon madness, the GDMBR pushes their bodies and brains to the brink. But somewhere between the grind and the glory, they find something even bigger than the finish line: a fresh sense of who they are and why they ride. Schedule Date:April 18, 2026 Location:The Outpost on Platte1635 Platte St. Denver, CO 80202 Film Screening:11:30 a. m. – 1:00 p. m. Q&A with Tracing the Divide producer Miah Smith:1:15 – 2:00 p. m. Giveaway Drawing:2:00 p. m. — RSVP in advance for a chance to win one of two free Adventure Cycling memberships or a complete paper or digital Great Divide Mountain Bike Route map set. Must be present to win. Buy a pint of Great Divide Yeti Imperial Stout or Denver Beer Co. Incredible Pedal West Coast IPA and get one FREE! The event is free! Just show up! This event is free to attend — RSVP below for a chance to win one of two free Adventure Cycling memberships or a complete paper and digital Great Divide Mountain Bike Route map set. Winners will be drawn at 2 p.... --- - Published: 2026-02-04 - Modified: 2026-03-16 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2026-issues/ March 1, 2026 Spring 2026 A solo tour through Arizona’s high desert; a new French bike hostel; what to do when you forget something important, like pants; a family tour of Missouri’s Katy Trail; how to spot Ryan Van Duzer on the GDMBR. --- - Published: 2025-12-08 - Modified: 2025-12-08 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2025-issues/winter-2025/ Digital Edition Download the Winter 2025 issue. In this Issue Take Me to Your Leader: A Q&A with Andy Williamson, Adventure Cycling’s new executive director Decisions, Decision: How to choose between Adventure Cycling’s three new routes Rocky Mountain High Roads: Denver isn’t just a gateway to the Front Range. It’s its own thing French Connection: In the next installment documenting her round-the-world ride, Hollie Ernest writes about fromage and family time in France Failure is an Option: Four common ways bike frames fail and how to prevent them Everything is Cyclical: Why gravel cycling is reinventing forgotten ’90s mountain bike tech Cycling the Borderlands: Finding America’s heart on its southern edge Unleash: Last year, the Klamath River was the site of the largest dam removal in history. Our writer rode its banks to see for himself what’s changed and what hasn’t Road Test: Meet the Tern Orox, an electric, longtail, cargo, touring, fat bike that opens up as many cycling opportunities as it has adjectives Geared Up: Tested and vetted by our reviewers, just for you Companions Wanted: Howdy Partner! Open Road Gallery: This issue’s unusual object is Arrow, a 70-pound Labrador retriever --- - Published: 2025-12-03 - Modified: 2025-12-03 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/inquiry-forms-ads/grab-a-free-tour-catalog-meta/thank-you/ Thank you for your interest in Adventure Cycling organized tours! You can access your digital Tours Brochure here anytime. If you requested a print version, we'll stick that in mail shortly. In the meantime, we'll also send you an email with a link to the online Tours Brochure so you can browse it anytime. If you don't see the email in your inbox, please check your Promotions or Spam folder. Did you know that Adventure Cycling is a nonprofit, founded in 1976? Our mission is to help you get on a bike and ride, whether it's just a weekend outing or all the way across the country. Our nonprofit programs are supported by our members and donors. Members love our guided tours, which are led by experienced cyclists and are designed to accommodate a wide range of skill levels and provide amazing scenic destinations around the country. To sign up for a tour, visit our Guided Tours page or give us a call at 800-611-8687! --- - Published: 2025-12-03 - Modified: 2025-12-03 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/inquiry-forms-ads/grab-a-free-tour-catalog-google/ Explore 2026 guided trips, weekend getaways, long-distance rides, and bikepacking-style adventures. Whether you’re dreaming of a relaxed four-day getaway or an ambitious coast-to-coast ride, Adventure Cycling’s 2026 Guided Tours Brochure brings every option together in one place. Compare routes, trip styles, difficulty levels, terrain, pacing, and support options so you can choose the riding experience that fits your adventure goals. What Riders Say “I feel an incredible sense of accomplishment after my epic tour, and a bond with the people who shared the journey. This was one for the ages, a bucket-list ride that I'll never forget. ” -Virginia, Tour Participant   Complete the form below and we'll mail you our latest Guided Bicycle Tours Brochure. We hope you'll join us — it just may change your life! All 2026 tour listings and details are also available on the website.   --- - Published: 2025-12-03 - Modified: 2025-12-03 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/inquiry-forms-ads/grab-a-free-tour-catalog-google/thank-you/ Thank you for your interest in Adventure Cycling organized tours! You can access your digital Tours Brochure here anytime. If you requested a print version, we'll stick that in mail shortly. In the meantime, we'll also send you an email with a link to the online Tours Brochure so you can browse it anytime. If you don't see the email in your inbox, please check your Promotions or Spam folder. Did you know that Adventure Cycling is a nonprofit, founded in 1976? Our mission is to help you get on a bike and ride, whether it's just a weekend outing or all the way across the country. Our nonprofit programs are supported by our members and donors. Members love our guided tours, which are led by experienced cyclists and are designed to accommodate a wide range of skill levels and provide amazing scenic destinations around the country. To sign up for a tour, visit our Guided Tours page or give us a call at 800-611-8687! --- - Published: 2025-10-30 - Modified: 2026-01-06 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/members/member-voting-for-building-sale/voting-rules/ Voting Rules Vote Pass Requirements At least 10% of membership must vote to reach a quorum. The vote passes if two-thirds of the votes cast OR a majority of the voting power vote in favor, whichever threshold is lower. In terms of real numbers, Adventure Cycling has 17,414 eligible members as of 11:59 PM, December 16, 2025 (includes 3,354 household members who vote on a pro rata basis). At least 1,741 members must vote to reach a quorum. To pass, 1,161 (assuming 1,741 votes are cast) or 8,708 of the total voting power must vote FOR the sale of the building for it to pass. Who Can Vote All current members can vote. Membership must be current as of 11:59 PM Mountain Time on December 16, 2025. Each member is entitled to one vote on this matter. If a membership stands of record in the names of two or more persons (household membership), their acts with respect to voting have the following effect: if only one votes, the act binds all; and if more than one votes, the vote is divided on a pro rata basis. A member can only vote once and cannot change their vote once it’s submitted. Voting Period January 13, 2026, 1:00 PM Mountain Time through January 20, 2026, 11:59 PM Mountain Time What Members Vote On Casting a FOR vote means you support the board’s duty to evaluate and pursue the sale of the building under terms that are beneficial to the organization. How to... --- - Published: 2025-10-20 - Modified: 2026-01-21 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/members/member-voting-for-building-sale/ Vote FOR the Building Sale to Secure Adventure Cycling's Future This page is currently for information only. The voting period ended January 20, 2026. Adventure Cycling faces a choice: maintain an underutilized, aging building or invest in the programs that serve you and ensure we have a future. The situation is urgent. Membership has declined from 40,000 at its peak to less than 18,000 today. Rising costs and reduced revenue created a major deficit in 2024. Even after cutting $1M from our budget, we still face a significant shortfall in 2025. Selling our building helps save the programs you rely on. It gives Adventure Cycling the runway needed to rebuild toward a financially sustainable future without sacrificing routes, guided tours, or the magazine What a Building Sale Accomplishes Stabilize finances and protect depleted reserves Continue core programs: routes, guided tours, and the magazine Rebuild membership through better digital tools, more routes, and member events Stay focused on our mission without the burden of costly building repairs The Alternative Without a sale, we'd need to ask members and donors for an additional $750,000 per year for 3-5 years on top of our regular fundraising goals, just to maintain existing programs. We're uncertain that is possible or sustainable. Member Vote Your vote is critical. For us to move forward with this process, we must have at least 10% of our members exercise their right to vote. If at least 10% of our members vote, and either two-thirds of the voting members, or... --- - Published: 2025-10-09 - Modified: 2026-04-02 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/anniversary-events/drop-in/ 50th Anniversary Drop-In Rides TransAmerica Trail Great Divide Route Golden Gravel Trail A Celebration by Bike There’s no better way to honor 50 years of adventure than by packing up, going offline, and setting out at the pace of a pedal stroke. Drop-in Rides were a key component of how people experienced Bikecentennial five decades ago, and we're excited to be able to facilitate that same opportunity in 2026. Our three Drop-in Rides are a way to join the party at your own pace and on your timeline. During the 2026 riding season, we want thousands of cyclists to ride one of three iconic Adventure Cycling bike routes — whether that’s for the entire route or a section of your choice. You can ride it solo, with your best buds, or with another drop-in rider you find through Adventure Cycling. While it’s our birthday, it’s your celebration, and we’re here to help you ride it. Register The Routes TransAmerica Trail America's original coast-to-coast bike adventure through small-town America on mostly paved backroads Discover the TransAm Great Divide Route From the Canadian Rockies to the Mexican border on the world's most iconic off-pavement bike route, crisscrossing the Continental Divide Ride the Divide Golden Gravel Trail Our newest gravel epic from the Oregon coast to the Mississippi River, crossing through Ozark hills, Great Plains, stark deserts, and alpine passes Explore Golden Gravel How It Works 1. Pick one of three iconic routes. 2. Register your ride online for free and get info... --- - Published: 2025-10-02 - Modified: 2025-10-06 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/inquiry-forms/newsletter-sign-up-meta/thank-you/ Yay! You're all signed up to receive our bi-monthly newsletter Bike Bits. Each issue features highlights from Adventure Cyclist magazine, stories and helpful articles from our blog, and a roundup of the weird and wonderful world (wide web) of bike travel. You can change your communication preferences in the email anytime. A little about Adventure Cycling: Since mapping our first route in 1976, the TransAmerica Bicycle Trail, the Adventure Cycling Route Network has blossomed to include the most scenic and historically significant bicycling routes in North America, including the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route, the Pacific Coast Route, and our newest Golden Gravel Trail. Discover your next great adventure on the Adventure Cycling Route Network, plan your adventure with our Plan Page, and check out all we have to offer adventure cyclists of all experience levels. --- - Published: 2025-10-01 - Modified: 2026-05-18 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/guided-tours/self-contained-tours/co-canal-gap-spring/ C&O Canal/GAP Spring - Adventure Cycling Association Skip to content Sign In 0 Adventure Cycling Association Join Renew Donate Follow Ride With Us Shop Search: 0 Sign In Join Renew Donate Members About News Mission Diversity and Justice Organization Advocacy Contact Us Follow Newsletters Magazine Podcast Navigate Routes Maps U.S. Bicycle Route System Short Routes Experience Guided Tours In-Person Events Campfire Chats Companions Wanted 50th Anniversary Events Shop Support Join Give Our 2026 Fundraising Goal Blog Search: Join Renew Donate About News Mission Diversity and Justice Organization Advocacy Contact Us Follow Newsletters Magazine Podcast Navigate Routes Maps Updates U.S. Bicycle Route System Short Routes Experience Guided Tours In-Person Events Campfire Chats Companions Wanted 50th Anniversary Events Shop Support Join Give Our 2026 Fundraising Goal Blog Sign In C&O Canal/GAP Spring Gravel Rail Trail Riding at its Finest Phil Cook Price : $1,899 Surface : Paved/Bike Trail Duration : 9 days Support : Self Contained × Level Of Support - Self Contained On self-contained tours you will carry your own gear and there will be no vehicle support. Adventure Cycling’s traditional self-contained tours have a single leader and around 14 participants who share cooking duties and camp for the vast majority of overnights; on longer tours, roughly one indoor night per 10 riding days is budgeted. Learn More Difficulty : Level 2 × Physical Difficulty - Level 2 A great option to get out and explore. The average daily mileage for the tour is 35-45 miles per day. There is a little more climbing involved, generally... --- - Published: 2025-10-01 - Modified: 2026-04-02 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/guided-tours/self-contained-tours/great-divide-montana/ Great Divide Montana - Adventure Cycling Association Skip to content Sign In 0 Adventure Cycling Association Join Renew Donate Follow Ride With Us Shop Search: 0 Sign In Join Renew Donate Members About News Mission Diversity and Justice Organization Advocacy Contact Us Follow Newsletters Magazine Podcast Navigate Routes Maps U.S. Bicycle Route System Short Routes Experience Guided Tours In-Person Events Campfire Chats Companions Wanted 50th Anniversary Events Shop Support Join Give Our 2026 Fundraising Goal Blog Search: Join Renew Donate About News Mission Diversity and Justice Organization Advocacy Contact Us Follow Newsletters Magazine Podcast Navigate Routes Maps Updates U.S. Bicycle Route System Short Routes Experience Guided Tours In-Person Events Campfire Chats Companions Wanted 50th Anniversary Events Shop Support Join Give Our 2026 Fundraising Goal Blog Sign In Great Divide Montana Self Contained Immersion in Montana's Rockies Price : $2,759 Surface : Dirt/Gravel Duration : 11 days Support : Self Contained × Level Of Support - Self Contained On self-contained tours you will carry your own gear and there will be no vehicle support. Adventure Cycling’s traditional self-contained tours have a single leader and around 14 participants who share cooking duties and camp for the vast majority of overnights; on longer tours, roughly one indoor night per 10 riding days is budgeted. Learn More Difficulty : Level 4 × Physical Difficulty - Level 4 A tour for someone looking to push themselves on their adventure. Average mileage between 45 and 60 miles per day, with a variety of terrain. Longer mileage days will typically have more... --- - Published: 2025-10-01 - Modified: 2026-02-17 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/guided-tours/self-contained-tours/selkirk-splendor/ Selkirk Splendor - Adventure Cycling Association Skip to content Sign In 0 Adventure Cycling Association Join Renew Donate Follow Ride With Us Shop Search: 0 Sign In Join Renew Donate Members About News Mission Diversity and Justice Organization Advocacy Contact Us Follow Newsletters Magazine Podcast Navigate Routes Maps U.S. Bicycle Route System Short Routes Experience Guided Tours In-Person Events Campfire Chats Companions Wanted 50th Anniversary Events Shop Support Join Give Our 2026 Fundraising Goal Blog Search: Join Renew Donate About News Mission Diversity and Justice Organization Advocacy Contact Us Follow Newsletters Magazine Podcast Navigate Routes Maps Updates U.S. Bicycle Route System Short Routes Experience Guided Tours In-Person Events Campfire Chats Companions Wanted 50th Anniversary Events Shop Support Join Give Our 2026 Fundraising Goal Blog Sign In Selkirk Splendor An International Scenic Ride Price : $2,799 Surface : Paved/Gravel Duration : 11 days Support : Self Contained × Level Of Support - Self Contained On self-contained tours you will carry your own gear and there will be no vehicle support. Adventure Cycling’s traditional self-contained tours have a single leader and around 14 participants who share cooking duties and camp for the vast majority of overnights; on longer tours, roughly one indoor night per 10 riding days is budgeted. Learn More Difficulty : Level 4 × Physical Difficulty - Level 4 A tour for someone looking to push themselves on their adventure. Average mileage between 45 and 60 miles per day, with a variety of terrain. Longer mileage days will typically have more rolling terrain, while shorter... --- - Published: 2025-10-01 - Modified: 2026-04-22 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/guided-tours/inn-to-inn-tours/black-hills-inn-to-inn/ Black Hills - Adventure Cycling Association Skip to content Sign In 0 Adventure Cycling Association Join Renew Donate Follow Ride With Us Shop Search: 0 Sign In Join Renew Donate Members About News Mission Diversity and Justice Organization Advocacy Contact Us Follow Newsletters Magazine Podcast Navigate Routes Maps U.S. Bicycle Route System Short Routes Experience Guided Tours In-Person Events Campfire Chats Companions Wanted 50th Anniversary Events Shop Support Join Give Our 2026 Fundraising Goal Blog Search: Join Renew Donate About News Mission Diversity and Justice Organization Advocacy Contact Us Follow Newsletters Magazine Podcast Navigate Routes Maps Updates U.S. Bicycle Route System Short Routes Experience Guided Tours In-Person Events Campfire Chats Companions Wanted 50th Anniversary Events Shop Support Join Give Our 2026 Fundraising Goal Blog Sign In Black Hills Majesty Rising from the Great Plains Price : $3,399 Surface : Paved/Bike Trail Duration : 7 days Support : Inn to Inn × Level Of Support - Inn to Inn On Adventure Cycling’s inn-to-inn self-contained trips, riders carry their gear, but there’s a lot less of it because participants stay in hotels and eat in restaurants every night, no camping or group cooking gear is needed. Learn More Difficulty : Level 4 × Physical Difficulty - Level 4 A tour for someone looking to push themselves on their adventure. Average mileage between 45 and 60 miles per day, with a variety of terrain. Longer mileage days will typically have more rolling terrain, while shorter mileage days will have hilly or mountainous terrain. Average daily elevation gain between... --- - Published: 2025-10-01 - Modified: 2026-02-18 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/guided-tours/inn-to-inn-tours/vermont-inn-to-inn/ Vermont - Adventure Cycling Association Skip to content Sign In 0 Adventure Cycling Association Join Renew Donate Follow Ride With Us Shop Search: 0 Sign In Join Renew Donate Members About News Mission Diversity and Justice Organization Advocacy Contact Us Follow Newsletters Magazine Podcast Navigate Routes Maps U.S. Bicycle Route System Short Routes Experience Guided Tours In-Person Events Campfire Chats Companions Wanted 50th Anniversary Events Shop Support Join Give Our 2026 Fundraising Goal Blog Search: Join Renew Donate About News Mission Diversity and Justice Organization Advocacy Contact Us Follow Newsletters Magazine Podcast Navigate Routes Maps Updates U.S. Bicycle Route System Short Routes Experience Guided Tours In-Person Events Campfire Chats Companions Wanted 50th Anniversary Events Shop Support Join Give Our 2026 Fundraising Goal Blog Sign In Vermont Fall Colors in the Green Mountains Price : $3,249 Surface : Paved/Gravel Duration : 7 days Support : Inn to Inn × Level Of Support - Inn to Inn On Adventure Cycling’s inn-to-inn self-contained trips, riders carry their gear, but there’s a lot less of it because participants stay in hotels and eat in restaurants every night, no camping or group cooking gear is needed. Learn More Difficulty : Level 3 × Physical Difficulty - Level 3 These tours average between 35 and 60 miles per day, and have generally hilly terrain, with some days very hilly or mountainous (the hilly or mountainous days may have shorter mileages). Elevation gain averages between 1500 and 3000 feet per day, with any single day total not exceeding 4000 feet. (Formerly Intermediate/Intermediate+... --- - Published: 2025-10-01 - Modified: 2026-04-02 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/guided-tours/fully-supported-tours/cycle-the-divide-montana/ Cycle the Divide - Montana - Adventure Cycling Association Skip to content Sign In 0 Adventure Cycling Association Join Renew Donate Follow Ride With Us Shop Search: 0 Sign In Join Renew Donate Members About News Mission Diversity and Justice Organization Advocacy Contact Us Follow Newsletters Magazine Podcast Navigate Routes Maps U.S. Bicycle Route System Short Routes Experience Guided Tours In-Person Events Campfire Chats Companions Wanted 50th Anniversary Events Shop Support Join Give Our 2026 Fundraising Goal Blog Search: Join Renew Donate About News Mission Diversity and Justice Organization Advocacy Contact Us Follow Newsletters Magazine Podcast Navigate Routes Maps Updates U.S. Bicycle Route System Short Routes Experience Guided Tours In-Person Events Campfire Chats Companions Wanted 50th Anniversary Events Shop Support Join Give Our 2026 Fundraising Goal Blog Sign In Cycle the Divide – Montana The Best of Montana's Mountains Price : $2,199 Surface : Dirt Duration : 7 days Support : Fully Supported × Level Of Support - Fully Supported Adventure Cycling’s fully supported tours — where all personal and group gear is transported by a vehicle each day — are larger groups (typically between 40 and 90 riders) who will camp together with occasional indoor overnights and enjoy catered meals. Indoor lodging options are often available at the participant’s expense (see “Accommodations” for more information). Learn More Difficulty : Level 4 × Physical Difficulty - Level 4 A tour for someone looking to push themselves on their adventure. Average mileage between 45 and 60 miles per day, with a variety of terrain. Longer mileage... --- - Published: 2025-10-01 - Modified: 2026-05-07 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/guided-tours/van-supported-tours/epic-great-divide-van/ Epic Great Divide - Adventure Cycling Association Skip to content Sign In 0 Adventure Cycling Association Join Renew Donate Follow Ride With Us Shop Search: 0 Sign In Join Renew Donate Members About News Mission Diversity and Justice Organization Advocacy Contact Us Follow Newsletters Magazine Podcast Navigate Routes Maps U.S. Bicycle Route System Short Routes Experience Guided Tours In-Person Events Campfire Chats Companions Wanted 50th Anniversary Events Shop Support Join Give Our 2026 Fundraising Goal Blog Search: Join Renew Donate About News Mission Diversity and Justice Organization Advocacy Contact Us Follow Newsletters Magazine Podcast Navigate Routes Maps Updates U.S. Bicycle Route System Short Routes Experience Guided Tours In-Person Events Campfire Chats Companions Wanted 50th Anniversary Events Shop Support Join Give Our 2026 Fundraising Goal Blog Sign In Epic Great Divide A Border-to-Border Dirt Adventure David Gast Price : $10,399 Surface : Paved/Dirt Duration : 65 days Support : Van Supported × Level Of Support - Van Supported Adventure Cycling’s van-supported tours — where all personal and group gear is transported by a vehicle each day — have 2 leaders and up to 13 riders who camp most nights and share rotating cooking duties, akin to a self-contained trip but with the security and simplicity of van support. Learn More Difficulty : Level 5 × Physical Difficulty - Level 5 This level is reserved for our most challenging tours which includes our Epic tours (>30 days in length) and tours with big mileages and mountainous terrain. Average daily mileage is typically between 50 and 75 miles... --- - Published: 2025-10-01 - Modified: 2026-03-30 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/guided-tours/van-supported-tours/florida-keys-van/ Florida Keys - Adventure Cycling Association Skip to content Sign In 0 Adventure Cycling Association Join Renew Donate Follow Ride With Us Shop Search: 0 Sign In Join Renew Donate Members About News Mission Diversity and Justice Organization Advocacy Contact Us Follow Newsletters Magazine Podcast Navigate Routes Maps U.S. Bicycle Route System Short Routes Experience Guided Tours In-Person Events Campfire Chats Companions Wanted 50th Anniversary Events Shop Support Join Give Our 2026 Fundraising Goal Blog Search: Join Renew Donate About News Mission Diversity and Justice Organization Advocacy Contact Us Follow Newsletters Magazine Podcast Navigate Routes Maps Updates U.S. Bicycle Route System Short Routes Experience Guided Tours In-Person Events Campfire Chats Companions Wanted 50th Anniversary Events Shop Support Join Give Our 2026 Fundraising Goal Blog Sign In Florida Keys The Sun is Calling Greg Edwards Price : $2,849 Surface : Paved Duration : 10 days Support : Van Supported × Level Of Support - Van Supported Adventure Cycling’s van-supported tours — where all personal and group gear is transported by a vehicle each day — have 2 leaders and up to 13 riders who camp most nights and share rotating cooking duties, akin to a self-contained trip but with the security and simplicity of van support. Learn More Difficulty : Level 2 × Physical Difficulty - Level 2 A great option to get out and explore. The average daily mileage for the tour is 35-45 miles per day. There is a little more climbing involved, generally characterized by rolling terrain. An occasional hilly section may be... --- - Published: 2025-10-01 - Modified: 2026-01-21 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/guided-tours/van-supported-tours/maine-coast-and-lighthouses-van/ Maine Coast and Lighthouses - Adventure Cycling Association Skip to content Sign In 0 Adventure Cycling Association Join Renew Donate Follow Ride With Us Shop Search: 0 Sign In Join Renew Donate Members About News Mission Diversity and Justice Organization Advocacy Contact Us Follow Newsletters Magazine Podcast Navigate Routes Maps U.S. Bicycle Route System Short Routes Experience Guided Tours In-Person Events Campfire Chats Companions Wanted 50th Anniversary Events Shop Support Join Give Our 2026 Fundraising Goal Blog Search: Join Renew Donate About News Mission Diversity and Justice Organization Advocacy Contact Us Follow Newsletters Magazine Podcast Navigate Routes Maps Updates U.S. Bicycle Route System Short Routes Experience Guided Tours In-Person Events Campfire Chats Companions Wanted 50th Anniversary Events Shop Support Join Give Our 2026 Fundraising Goal Blog Sign In Maine Coast and Lighthouses The Rocky Shoreline Awaits Price : $1,599 Surface : Paved Duration : 7 days Support : Van Supported × Level Of Support - Van Supported Adventure Cycling’s van-supported tours — where all personal and group gear is transported by a vehicle each day — have 2 leaders and up to 13 riders who camp most nights and share rotating cooking duties, akin to a self-contained trip but with the security and simplicity of van support. Learn More Difficulty : Level 2 × Physical Difficulty - Level 2 A great option to get out and explore. The average daily mileage for the tour is 35-45 miles per day. There is a little more climbing involved, generally characterized by rolling terrain. An occasional hilly section... --- - Published: 2025-10-01 - Modified: 2026-03-19 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/guided-tours/van-supported-tours/natchez-trace-van/ Natchez Trace - Adventure Cycling Association Skip to content Sign In 0 Adventure Cycling Association Join Renew Donate Follow Ride With Us Shop Search: 0 Sign In Join Renew Donate Members About News Mission Diversity and Justice Organization Advocacy Contact Us Follow Newsletters Magazine Podcast Navigate Routes Maps U.S. Bicycle Route System Short Routes Experience Guided Tours In-Person Events Campfire Chats Companions Wanted 50th Anniversary Events Shop Support Join Give Our 2026 Fundraising Goal Blog Search: Join Renew Donate About News Mission Diversity and Justice Organization Advocacy Contact Us Follow Newsletters Magazine Podcast Navigate Routes Maps Updates U.S. Bicycle Route System Short Routes Experience Guided Tours In-Person Events Campfire Chats Companions Wanted 50th Anniversary Events Shop Support Join Give Our 2026 Fundraising Goal Blog Sign In Natchez Trace A Crown-Jewel Byway Price : $2,799 Surface : Paved Duration : 9 days Support : Van Supported × Level Of Support - Van Supported Adventure Cycling’s van-supported tours — where all personal and group gear is transported by a vehicle each day — have 2 leaders and up to 13 riders who camp most nights and share rotating cooking duties, akin to a self-contained trip but with the security and simplicity of van support. Learn More Difficulty : Level 5 × Physical Difficulty - Level 5 This level is reserved for our most challenging tours which includes our Epic tours (>30 days in length) and tours with big mileages and mountainous terrain. Average daily mileage is typically between 50 and 75 miles per day. Average daily elevation... --- - Published: 2025-10-01 - Modified: 2026-01-01 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/guided-tours/van-supported-tours/pacific-coast-van/ Pacific Coast - Adventure Cycling Association Skip to content Sign In 0 Adventure Cycling Association Join Renew Donate Follow Ride With Us Shop Search: 0 Sign In Join Renew Donate Members About News Mission Diversity and Justice Organization Advocacy Contact Us Follow Newsletters Magazine Podcast Navigate Routes Maps U.S. Bicycle Route System Short Routes Experience Guided Tours In-Person Events Campfire Chats Companions Wanted 50th Anniversary Events Shop Support Join Give Our 2026 Fundraising Goal Blog Search: Join Renew Donate About News Mission Diversity and Justice Organization Advocacy Contact Us Follow Newsletters Magazine Podcast Navigate Routes Maps Updates U.S. Bicycle Route System Short Routes Experience Guided Tours In-Person Events Campfire Chats Companions Wanted 50th Anniversary Events Shop Support Join Give Our 2026 Fundraising Goal Blog Sign In Pacific Coast Redwoods and Rocky Shores Price : $10,249 Surface : Paved Duration : 41 days Support : Van Supported × Level Of Support - Van Supported Adventure Cycling’s van-supported tours — where all personal and group gear is transported by a vehicle each day — have 2 leaders and up to 13 riders who camp most nights and share rotating cooking duties, akin to a self-contained trip but with the security and simplicity of van support. Learn More Difficulty : Level 5 × Physical Difficulty - Level 5 This level is reserved for our most challenging tours which includes our Epic tours (>30 days in length) and tours with big mileages and mountainous terrain. Average daily mileage is typically between 50 and 75 miles per day. Average daily... --- - Published: 2025-10-01 - Modified: 2026-05-07 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/guided-tours/van-supported-tours/transam-express-westward-van/ TransAm Express - Adventure Cycling Association Skip to content Sign In 0 Adventure Cycling Association Join Renew Donate Follow Ride With Us Shop Search: 0 Sign In Join Renew Donate Members About News Mission Diversity and Justice Organization Advocacy Contact Us Follow Newsletters Magazine Podcast Navigate Routes Maps U.S. Bicycle Route System Short Routes Experience Guided Tours In-Person Events Campfire Chats Companions Wanted 50th Anniversary Events Shop Support Join Give Our 2026 Fundraising Goal Blog Search: Join Renew Donate About News Mission Diversity and Justice Organization Advocacy Contact Us Follow Newsletters Magazine Podcast Navigate Routes Maps Updates U.S. Bicycle Route System Short Routes Experience Guided Tours In-Person Events Campfire Chats Companions Wanted 50th Anniversary Events Shop Support Join Give Our 2026 Fundraising Goal Blog Sign In TransAm Express A New Spin on an Old Classic Barry Gregory Price : $12,449 Surface : Paved/Bike Trail Duration : 75 days Support : Van Supported × Level Of Support - Van Supported Adventure Cycling’s van-supported tours — where all personal and group gear is transported by a vehicle each day — have 2 leaders and up to 13 riders who camp most nights and share rotating cooking duties, akin to a self-contained trip but with the security and simplicity of van support. Learn More Difficulty : Level 5 × Physical Difficulty - Level 5 This level is reserved for our most challenging tours which includes our Epic tours (>30 days in length) and tours with big mileages and mountainous terrain. Average daily mileage is typically between 50 and... --- - Published: 2025-10-01 - Modified: 2026-01-15 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/guided-tours/self-contained-tours/oregon-coastal-loop/ Oregon Coastal Loop - Adventure Cycling Association Skip to content Sign In 0 Adventure Cycling Association Join Renew Donate Follow Ride With Us Shop Search: 0 Sign In Join Renew Donate Members About News Mission Diversity and Justice Organization Advocacy Contact Us Follow Newsletters Magazine Podcast Navigate Routes Maps U.S. Bicycle Route System Short Routes Experience Guided Tours In-Person Events Campfire Chats Companions Wanted 50th Anniversary Events Shop Support Join Give Our 2026 Fundraising Goal Blog Search: Join Renew Donate About News Mission Diversity and Justice Organization Advocacy Contact Us Follow Newsletters Magazine Podcast Navigate Routes Maps Updates U.S. Bicycle Route System Short Routes Experience Guided Tours In-Person Events Campfire Chats Companions Wanted 50th Anniversary Events Shop Support Join Give Our 2026 Fundraising Goal Blog Sign In Oregon Coastal Loop Coast to Valley Price : $1,399 Surface : Paved Duration : 6 days Support : Self Contained × Level Of Support - Self Contained On self-contained tours you will carry your own gear and there will be no vehicle support. Adventure Cycling’s traditional self-contained tours have a single leader and around 14 participants who share cooking duties and camp for the vast majority of overnights; on longer tours, roughly one indoor night per 10 riding days is budgeted. Learn More Difficulty : Level 2 × Physical Difficulty - Level 2 A great option to get out and explore. The average daily mileage for the tour is 35-45 miles per day. There is a little more climbing involved, generally characterized by rolling terrain. An occasional hilly... --- - Published: 2025-10-01 - Modified: 2026-03-09 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/guided-tours/self-contained-tours/michigans-lakeshore/ Michigan's Lakeshore - Adventure Cycling Association Skip to content Sign In 0 Adventure Cycling Association Join Renew Donate Follow Ride With Us Shop Search: 0 Sign In Join Renew Donate Members About News Mission Diversity and Justice Organization Advocacy Contact Us Follow Newsletters Magazine Podcast Navigate Routes Maps U.S. Bicycle Route System Short Routes Experience Guided Tours In-Person Events Campfire Chats Companions Wanted 50th Anniversary Events Shop Support Join Give Our 2026 Fundraising Goal Blog Search: Join Renew Donate About News Mission Diversity and Justice Organization Advocacy Contact Us Follow Newsletters Magazine Podcast Navigate Routes Maps Updates U.S. Bicycle Route System Short Routes Experience Guided Tours In-Person Events Campfire Chats Companions Wanted 50th Anniversary Events Shop Support Join Give Our 2026 Fundraising Goal Blog Sign In Michigan’s Lakeshore Wines to pines Price : $1,599 Surface : Paved/Gravel Duration : 7 Days Support : Self Contained × Level Of Support - Self Contained On self-contained tours you will carry your own gear and there will be no vehicle support. Adventure Cycling’s traditional self-contained tours have a single leader and around 14 participants who share cooking duties and camp for the vast majority of overnights; on longer tours, roughly one indoor night per 10 riding days is budgeted. Learn More Difficulty : Level 2 × Physical Difficulty - Level 2 A great option to get out and explore. The average daily mileage for the tour is 35-45 miles per day. There is a little more climbing involved, generally characterized by rolling terrain. An occasional hilly section may... --- - Published: 2025-10-01 - Modified: 2026-04-02 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/guided-tours/van-supported-tours/selkirk-splendor-van/ Selkirk Splendor - Adventure Cycling Association Skip to content Sign In 0 Adventure Cycling Association Join Renew Donate Follow Ride With Us Shop Search: 0 Sign In Join Renew Donate Members About News Mission Diversity and Justice Organization Advocacy Contact Us Follow Newsletters Magazine Podcast Navigate Routes Maps U.S. Bicycle Route System Short Routes Experience Guided Tours In-Person Events Campfire Chats Companions Wanted 50th Anniversary Events Shop Support Join Give Our 2026 Fundraising Goal Blog Search: Join Renew Donate About News Mission Diversity and Justice Organization Advocacy Contact Us Follow Newsletters Magazine Podcast Navigate Routes Maps Updates U.S. Bicycle Route System Short Routes Experience Guided Tours In-Person Events Campfire Chats Companions Wanted 50th Anniversary Events Shop Support Join Give Our 2026 Fundraising Goal Blog Sign In Selkirk Splendor Best of the west's scenic roads Eric Schoen Price : $2,799 Surface : Paved/Gravel Duration : 11 days Support : Van Supported × Level Of Support - Van Supported Adventure Cycling’s van-supported tours — where all personal and group gear is transported by a vehicle each day — have 2 leaders and up to 13 riders who camp most nights and share rotating cooking duties, akin to a self-contained trip but with the security and simplicity of van support. Learn More Difficulty : Level 4 × Physical Difficulty - Level 4 A tour for someone looking to push themselves on their adventure. Average mileage between 45 and 60 miles per day, with a variety of terrain. Longer mileage days will typically have more rolling terrain, while shorter... --- - Published: 2025-10-01 - Modified: 2026-01-01 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/guided-tours/inn-to-inn-tours/crater-lake-inn-to-inn/ Crater Lake - Adventure Cycling Association Skip to content Sign In 0 Adventure Cycling Association Join Renew Donate Follow Ride With Us Shop Search: 0 Sign In Join Renew Donate Members About News Mission Diversity and Justice Organization Advocacy Contact Us Follow Newsletters Magazine Podcast Navigate Routes Maps U.S. Bicycle Route System Short Routes Experience Guided Tours In-Person Events Campfire Chats Companions Wanted 50th Anniversary Events Shop Support Join Give Our 2026 Fundraising Goal Blog Search: Join Renew Donate About News Mission Diversity and Justice Organization Advocacy Contact Us Follow Newsletters Magazine Podcast Navigate Routes Maps Updates U.S. Bicycle Route System Short Routes Experience Guided Tours In-Person Events Campfire Chats Companions Wanted 50th Anniversary Events Shop Support Join Give Our 2026 Fundraising Goal Blog Sign In Crater Lake Mountain Beauty in the Cascade Range Price : $4,299 Surface : Paved Duration : 7 days Support : Inn to Inn × Level Of Support - Inn to Inn On Adventure Cycling’s inn-to-inn self-contained trips, riders carry their gear, but there’s a lot less of it because participants stay in hotels and eat in restaurants every night, no camping or group cooking gear is needed. Learn More Difficulty : Level 4 × Physical Difficulty - Level 4 A tour for someone looking to push themselves on their adventure. Average mileage between 45 and 60 miles per day, with a variety of terrain. Longer mileage days will typically have more rolling terrain, while shorter mileage days will have hilly or mountainous terrain. Average daily elevation gain between 2500... --- - Published: 2025-10-01 - Modified: 2026-05-14 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/guided-tours/inn-to-inn-tours/katy-trail-inn-to-inn-2026/ Katy Trail - Adventure Cycling Association Skip to content Sign In 0 Adventure Cycling Association Join Renew Donate Follow Ride With Us Shop Search: 0 Sign In Join Renew Donate Members About News Mission Diversity and Justice Organization Advocacy Contact Us Follow Newsletters Magazine Podcast Navigate Routes Maps U.S. Bicycle Route System Short Routes Experience Guided Tours In-Person Events Campfire Chats Companions Wanted 50th Anniversary Events Shop Support Join Give Our 2026 Fundraising Goal Blog Search: Join Renew Donate About News Mission Diversity and Justice Organization Advocacy Contact Us Follow Newsletters Magazine Podcast Navigate Routes Maps Updates U.S. Bicycle Route System Short Routes Experience Guided Tours In-Person Events Campfire Chats Companions Wanted 50th Anniversary Events Shop Support Join Give Our 2026 Fundraising Goal Blog Sign In Katy Trail Adventure on America's Longest Rail Trail Price : $3,199 Surface : Paved/Bike Trail Duration : 8 days Support : Inn to Inn × Level Of Support - Inn to Inn On Adventure Cycling’s inn-to-inn self-contained trips, riders carry their gear, but there’s a lot less of it because participants stay in hotels and eat in restaurants every night, no camping or group cooking gear is needed. Learn More Difficulty : Level 2 × Physical Difficulty - Level 2 A great option to get out and explore. The average daily mileage for the tour is 35-45 miles per day. There is a little more climbing involved, generally characterized by rolling terrain. An occasional hilly section may be part of the route. Average daily elevation gain is between 1000-2000... --- - Published: 2025-10-01 - Modified: 2025-10-28 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/guided-tours/self-contained-tours/north-star/ North Star - Adventure Cycling Association Skip to content Sign In 0 Adventure Cycling Association Join Renew Donate Follow Ride With Us Shop Search: 0 Sign In Join Renew Donate Members About News Mission Diversity and Justice Organization Advocacy Contact Us Follow Newsletters Magazine Podcast Navigate Routes Maps U.S. Bicycle Route System Short Routes Experience Guided Tours In-Person Events Campfire Chats Companions Wanted 50th Anniversary Events Shop Support Join Give Our 2026 Fundraising Goal Blog Search: Join Renew Donate About News Mission Diversity and Justice Organization Advocacy Contact Us Follow Newsletters Magazine Podcast Navigate Routes Maps Updates U.S. Bicycle Route System Short Routes Experience Guided Tours In-Person Events Campfire Chats Companions Wanted 50th Anniversary Events Shop Support Join Give Our 2026 Fundraising Goal Blog Sign In North Star Ride on Top of the World Ann Galvin Price : TBD Surface : Paved/Gravel Duration : 61 Days Support : Self Contained × Level Of Support - Self Contained On self-contained tours you will carry your own gear and there will be no vehicle support. Adventure Cycling’s traditional self-contained tours have a single leader and around 14 participants who share cooking duties and camp for the vast majority of overnights; on longer tours, roughly one indoor night per 10 riding days is budgeted. Learn More Difficulty : Level 5 × Physical Difficulty - Level 5 This level is reserved for our most challenging tours which includes our Epic tours (>30 days in length) and tours with big mileages and mountainous terrain. Average daily mileage is typically between... --- - Published: 2025-10-01 - Modified: 2026-04-03 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/guided-tours/self-contained-tours/red-meadow-ramble/ Red Meadow Ramble - Adventure Cycling Association Skip to content Sign In 0 Adventure Cycling Association Join Renew Donate Follow Ride With Us Shop Search: 0 Sign In Join Renew Donate Members About News Mission Diversity and Justice Organization Advocacy Contact Us Follow Newsletters Magazine Podcast Navigate Routes Maps U.S. Bicycle Route System Short Routes Experience Guided Tours In-Person Events Campfire Chats Companions Wanted 50th Anniversary Events Shop Support Join Give Our 2026 Fundraising Goal Blog Search: Join Renew Donate About News Mission Diversity and Justice Organization Advocacy Contact Us Follow Newsletters Magazine Podcast Navigate Routes Maps Updates U.S. Bicycle Route System Short Routes Experience Guided Tours In-Person Events Campfire Chats Companions Wanted 50th Anniversary Events Shop Support Join Give Our 2026 Fundraising Goal Blog Sign In Red Meadow Ramble Long Weekend Gravel Greatness Emily Kirsch Price : $1,199 Surface : Paved/Dirt Duration : 4 Support : Self Contained × Level Of Support - Self Contained On self-contained tours you will carry your own gear and there will be no vehicle support. Adventure Cycling’s traditional self-contained tours have a single leader and around 14 participants who share cooking duties and camp for the vast majority of overnights; on longer tours, roughly one indoor night per 10 riding days is budgeted. Learn More Difficulty : Level 4 × Physical Difficulty - Level 4 A tour for someone looking to push themselves on their adventure. Average mileage between 45 and 60 miles per day, with a variety of terrain. Longer mileage days will typically have more rolling... --- - Published: 2025-09-19 - Modified: 2025-09-22 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/inquiry-forms/newsletter-sign-up-meta/ Get the Ultimate Bike Travel Roundup – Delivered Free Explore the best of bike touring, bikepacking, and gravel biking straight to your inbox, twice a month. Beloved by the cycling community for over 2 decades, Bike Bits is the go-to resource for anyone passionate about life on two wheels. Curated by the team at Adventure Cycling Association, each edition is packed with: New bikepacking and touring routes across the U. S. and beyond Expert tips, gear reviews, and planning advice Gravel biking insights and off-the-beaten-path ride ideas Photo contests, rider stories, and exclusive community content Trail updates, advocacy news, and cycling events Whether you're gearing up for a weekend bikepacking trip or a cross-country cycling tour, Bike Bits brings you the latest and greatest from the world of bike travel. “Bike Bits is like a pocket-sized bike travel magazine that hits my inbox. Super inspiring, super useful. ” — Josh, Subscriber --- - Published: 2025-09-16 - Modified: 2025-09-16 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2025-issues/fall-2025/ Digital Edition Download the Fall 2025 issue. In this Issue Advocating for Advocacy: A joint letter from Adventure Cycling’s board chair and it’s routes and advocacy coordinator Asheville Ascending: Like much of Appalachia, this iconic mountain town suffered greatly under Hurricane Helene. And one of the best ways to help is also the easiest: visit ¿Cómo Se Dice, "Scorching? ": Hollie Ernest waxes poetic about the heat and hues of Spain in summer If the Shoe Fits: Six simple methods to replicate cleat placement A Surprising New Ingredient: How to turn a humble gas station staple into an adventure-ready taco filling Unfinished Business: An original Bikecentennial rider faces record heat and senior moments as he attempts to complete the TransAmerica Trail decades after he first set out Living Atlas: How a bike trip through Morocco’s most famous mountain range helped one cyclist better understand a country — and a culture — she already held dear Road Test: A customizable off-road explorer that promises adventure Geared Up Open Road Gallery --- - Published: 2025-07-02 - Modified: 2026-04-02 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/anniversary-events/50-route/ Golden Gravel Trail Adventure Cycling’s 50th Anniversary Epic Route The Future of Epic Bikepacking Has Arrived 3,804 Miles   70% Unpaved   8 States   Celebrate five decades of Adventure Cycling with an epic journey from the Mississippi River to the Pacific Ocean. This groundbreaking route cuts across eight states — Missouri, Kansas, Oklahoma, Colorado, Utah, Wyoming, Idaho, and Oregon — offering an unparalleled cross-country odyssey. Experience the full spectrum of American landscapes as you traverse rolling Ozark hills, endless Great Plains, stark deserts, and challenging alpine passes to reach the dramatic Pacific coastline. Designed to redefine long-distance bikepacking in the United States, this mixed-surface adventure combines the technical challenge of primarily off-road riding with the soul-stirring diversity of America’s most iconic terrain. Built through meticulous research and local partnerships, the Golden Gravel Trail is the ultimate celebration of adventure, endurance, and the transformative power of bicycle travel. Get the Route Ambassadorson the Route The Golden Gravel Trail was initially based on professional adventure cyclist Sarah Swallow’s 2015 Trans-America Trail (TAT) ride. TAT is a rugged 5,000-mile dirt road route designed for dual sport motorcycles. In 2025, we worked with Sarah and other route researchers to build a route that better accommodates the needs of bikepackers and adventure cyclists. Sarah was the first to ride part of our new route, pedaling 1,800 miles in 38 days, validating the route and posting her experience to Instagram. In 2026, you can follow along with Ambassadors Ali Becker, Mat Leblanc, and Meaghan Hackinen as they... --- - Published: 2025-06-17 - Modified: 2026-04-02 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/anniversary-events/ Celebrate 50 Years of Adventure Cycling Now’s the time to travel at the pace of a pedal stroke. Join our 50th anniversary events—where every rider belongs. New Epic Route Explore the path less traveled on our new Golden Gravel Trail from the Mississippi River to the Pacific Coast Drop-in Rides Ride all or some of one of three iconic routes: the past, present, and future of bike travel Gatherings Join us at one of our in-person events this year In-Person Events Celebrate 50 years of bike adventures with us in person. From film screenings and community picnics to member gatherings across the country, we're bringing riders together coast to coast in 2026. Check back for new events and details as they're announced. Learn More Drop‑in Rides In 2026, we want thousands of cyclists to ride three iconic epic routes that represent Adventure Cycling’s past, present, and future: TransAmerica Trail, Great Divide Mountain Bike Route, or the new Golden Gravel Trail. Drop-in means you can ride any section at any time, or the entire route. You can ride solo or with a group. Sign up for free and tell us what you plan to ride! We’ll show you how to form a group using Companions Wanted and help you plan your ride with how-to articles. The first 50 groups to register and our ambassadors will get GPS tracking and be featured on our dot-watching map. Drop-in With Us Golden Gravel Trail Designed as a celebration of our 50th anniversary, this route redefines long-distance, off-road bikepacking... --- - Published: 2025-06-17 - Modified: 2026-01-10 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/anniversary-events/jubilee/ Jubilee in the Desert The official 50th anniversary kickoff event Celebrate 50 Years of Adventure Cycling Jubilee is a 4-day event, full of rides, hikes, group meals, BBQs, and more. Honor 50 years of bike travel while renewing old friendships and making new ones, at a location well known for over 130-miles of interconnected bike paths and fabulous riding. Tucson, Arizona Catalina State Park January 9-12, 2026 Noon to Noon Registration is full. Steve-Powell-tucson-catalina-state-parkSteve-Powell-TucsonSteve-Powell-Tucson-viewSteve-Powell-Tucson-ridingSteve-Powell-Tucson-hikeSteve-Powell-Tucson-bike Jubilee Schedule of Events Friday, January 9 Noon onward: Flexible Arrival, Check-in, and Camp Setup Welcome to Catalina State Park! Arrive anytime throughout the afternoon, settle into your campsite or lodging, and pick up your name tag at the Group Sites “Picnic Area”. 4:00 – 9:30 PM at the Group Sites “Picnic Area”: Welcome Meet & Greet + Staff & Board Mixer – Attendees who are staying offsite are highly encouraged to attend to get oriented and socialize. Meet Adventure Cycling staff, board members, volunteers, and fellow participants. We'll introduce the structure of the weekend and explain how to join optional rides, hikes, birding walks, and social meetups. Bring your own meal or coordinate with others, mingle with new friends, and enjoy the sunset. Tip: Bring a flashlight/headlamp, warm layers, and a camp chair. 10:00 PM: Quiet Hours begin At this time, folks will be turning in for the night, and day-use attendees will need to be off-site, as per park regulations. Saturday, January 10 Morning Options Special Event 10:00 AM: Morning Social at Campfire Cycling... --- - Published: 2025-06-13 - Modified: 2025-06-13 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2025-issues/summer-2025/ Digital Edition Download the Summer 2025 issue. In this Issue 16th Annual Bicycle Travel Photo Contest; E-bikes mountain tours; writing about riding; and more. 16th Annual Bicycle Travel Photo Contest: Sometimes the best way to see the world clearly is by looking through another lens. Which is why, when it came time to judge this year’s photo contest, we asked photographer and this year’s judge, Micheli Oliver, for a fresh perspective. E for Effort: An e-bike tour to the top of the world. Spoiler: It’s not as e-asy as it seems. Get It In Writing: Three authors on how putting fingers to keys and pen to paper can help you see your bicycle tour in a different light — plus, expert tips on how to get started. Be Here Now: Santa Catalina Island Traveling Ernestly: Spain, Part 1 Road Test: Niner ORE 9 RDO Geared Up: Rim Saver, Corky Mirror, Eleanor Chammy, Shockstop Suspension Stem Mechanical Advantage: Crank Arms Open Road Gallery: Transatlantic --- - Published: 2025-04-30 - Modified: 2026-03-14 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/companions-wanted/ Companions Wanted Connect with others 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. Create a New Listing 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. This is not a service or space for cycling personal ads nor is it a cycling dating service. Nor is it a space to advertise commercial bike tours. We will only post ads that are not commercial in nature. (Submitting a Companions Wanted is only available to Adventure Cycling members. All listings are reviewed by staff before posting. Anyone can respond to a listing. ) If you need to delete an existing Companions Wanted listing please sign in to your My Adventure Cycling account here to see your existing listings. --- - Published: 2025-04-30 - Modified: 2025-05-30 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/companions-wanted/companions-wanted-submission/ Companions Wanted Submission - Adventure Cycling Association Skip to content Sign In 0 Adventure Cycling Association Join Renew Donate Follow Ride With Us Shop Search: 0 Sign In Join Renew Donate Members About News Mission Diversity and Justice Organization Advocacy Contact Us Follow Newsletters Magazine Podcast Navigate Routes Maps U.S. Bicycle Route System Short Routes Experience Guided Tours In-Person Events Campfire Chats Companions Wanted 50th Anniversary Events Shop Support Join Give Our 2026 Fundraising Goal Blog Search: Join Renew Donate About News Mission Diversity and Justice Organization Advocacy Contact Us Follow Newsletters Magazine Podcast Navigate Routes Maps Updates U.S. Bicycle Route System Short Routes Experience Guided Tours In-Person Events Campfire Chats Companions Wanted 50th Anniversary Events Shop Support Join Give Our 2026 Fundraising Goal Blog Sign In Home » Companions Wanted » Companions Wanted Submission Companions Wanted Submission If you’re looking for a touring companion for your adventure, here’s the place to start. Only Adventure Cycling members can create listings in the Companions Wanted section. Please log in to your “My Adventure Cycling” account to create your listing. If you are an existing member and are having trouble logging in, please click here for instructions. If you have never supplied an email address to Adventure Cycling, you may not be able to submit a companions wanted listing. To update your email address, log into your Adventure Cycling account. If you have questions, email memberships@adventurecycling.org. Not a member? Join today. Sign In Adventure Cycling Association inspires, empowers and connects people to... --- - Published: 2025-04-25 - Modified: 2026-03-09 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/inquiry-forms/grab-a-free-issue-blog/ Feed your appetite for adventure near and far! Adventure Cyclist Magazine features trip reports that inspire and help you plan, bike and gear reviews to gear you up, and tales of journeys both epic and overnight. It’s the longest-running magazine dedicated to bicycle travel. This award-winning publication is available for members as a thank you for their support. Consider becoming a member today. Request an issue with the form below, and we’ll email you a recent copy. --- - Published: 2025-04-25 - Modified: 2025-04-25 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/inquiry-forms/grab-a-free-issue-blog/thank-you/ Welcome to the Adventure Cycling community! You will receive an email confirmation soon with more information about your request. --- - Published: 2025-04-25 - Modified: 2025-04-25 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/inquiry-forms/get-your-map-catalog-blog/ Free Guide to Bicycle Routes & Maps Plan and navigate your adventure with maps designed for bicycle travel. Discover all of our bicycle routes and the well-crafted maps that will guide you on your adventure. Simplify trip planning and create your own adventure by piecing together routes or map sections. Learn about our unique map features, such as regional facts, weather charts, and riding conditions. --- - Published: 2025-04-25 - Modified: 2025-04-25 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/inquiry-forms/get-your-map-catalog-blog/thank-you/ Thank you for your interest in the Adventure Cycling Route Network. You can access your Bicycle Routes Booklet here, and you'll receive a confirmation email shortly. Since mapping our first route in 1976, the TransAmerica Bicycle Trail, the Adventure Cycling Route Network has blossomed to include the most scenic and historically significant bicycling routes in North America. Discover your next great adventure on the Adventure Cycling Route Network with the Bicycle Routes Booklet. --- - Published: 2025-03-14 - Modified: 2025-03-14 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2025-issues/spring-2025/ Digital Edition Download the Spring 2025 issue. In this Issue Sustainability Three Flats and a Nazar: A new cycling route along Türkiye’s Aegean coast provides a sustainable way to experience the birth of Western Civilization Pedal Power: 10 sustainable bike adventures Wicked Good Gravel: How a new recreation initiative is opening hundreds of miles of gravel to cyclists in Maine’s vast northern forest Where the Buffalo Roam: World Bicycle Relief’s social enterprise, Buffalo Bicycles, brings social and economic empowerment to those in need — two wheels at a time Waypoints Be Here Now Camp Kitchen Traveling Ernestly Road Test: Trek Checkpoint Road Test: Cannondale Topstone Geared Up Mechanical Advantage Open Road Gallery --- - Published: 2025-01-13 - Modified: 2026-05-13 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/about-us/annual-report/ Download the 2024 Annual Impact Report Past Impact Reports Download past reports in PDF format 2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 Audit Download past audits in PDF format 2025 2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 IRS Form 990 Download past Form 990s in PDF format 2024 Oct 1, 2023 - Dec 31, 2023 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 --- - Published: 2024-12-23 - Modified: 2025-02-18 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/routes-and-maps/digital-routes/brn-update/ Welcome! Adventure Cycling has recently partnered with Ride with GPS, the bicycle travel planning platform and navigation app, to offer riders a new and enhanced way to navigate Adventure Cycling routes. Adventure Cycling is no longer selling routes in the Bicycle Route Navigator App. We will maintain the app for users to use their purchased Bicycle Route Navigator routes until September 30, 2025. Our replacement product, Digital Routes, includes the same features you’ll find on our paper maps, like riding conditions and cycling-specific services. Our Digital Routes are for use in the Ride with GPS app. Ride with GPS is a third-party, well-known cycling route planning and navigation app that offers tools that cyclists value, like audio turn cues and the ability to download GPX and TCX files for use on bike computers like Garmin and Wahoo. We think you’re really going to like our new Digital Routes. All Adventure Cycling Route Network routes are available as Digital Routes in the Ride with GPS platform as of January 21, 2025 To buy Adventure Cycling Digital Routes to use in Ride with GPS, check out our shop. If you have additional questions about Digital Routes, please visit our Information Page. Comp Policy If you purchased a route in the Bicycle Route Navigator app between January 1, 2023, and December 20, 2024, and you have not yet ridden it, you are eligible to receive a complimentary code to redeem for the same product in the Ride with GPS format until December 31,... --- - Published: 2024-10-28 - Modified: 2025-12-08 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2025-issues/ March 1, 2025 Spring 2025 Sustainability June 1, 2025 Summer 2025 16th Annual Bicycle Travel Photo Contest; E-bikes mountain tours; writing about riding; and more. September 1, 2025 Fall 2025 Asheville, North Carolina rebuilds; riding in Spain and Andorra; an original Bikecentennial cyclist tries to finish the TransAm; finding kinship in Morocco. December 1, 2025 Winter 2025 Denver is not what you think; how to choose between Adventure Cycling’s three new routes; everything is cyclical — especially in cycling gear; discovering America’s heart on its southern edge; a river runs free again. --- - Published: 2024-10-08 - Modified: 2024-10-08 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2024-issues/november-december-2024/ Digital Edition Download the November/December 2024 issue. In this Issue Final Mile Anthology Cuban Revolutions: How a cycling trip through Cuba inspired a cyclist to reflect on life in America and who we consider family In the Tall Trees: Some Kiwis claim the Timber Trail is the best two-day ride in the country, and there was only one way to find out if it lives up to the hype: ride it Viking Biking: A writer and his riding partner circumnavigate Iceland on as many gravel roads as they can find Waypoints Be Here Now Camp Kitchen Good Fit Traveling Ernestly Road Test: ENVE MOG Road Test: Mosaic GT-2X Geared Up Mechanical Advantage Saddle Up Open Road Gallery --- - Published: 2024-09-27 - Modified: 2025-09-23 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/routes-and-maps/digital-routes/abbreviations/ Key to Abbreviations To keep our route information succinct on our digital and paper maps, we often use abbreviations. For example, you’ll notice EB or WB listed before navigation cues. EB stands for East Bound travel and WB stands for West Bound travel. If you see route information you don’t understand, please use this list. Service abbreviations The first few letters of the name indicate the type of service: B&B: Bed & Breakfast BAR: Bar BKH: Bunkhouse BRD: Border Crossing BS: Bike Shop CBN: Cabin CG: Campground COC: Cyclists Only Camping COL: Cyclists Only Lodging CS: Convenience Store FER: Ferry G: Grocery HOS: Hostel HS: Hot Springs INF: Information (service) LIB: Library M: Hotel/motel or Cabin NS: City, No Services OS: Outdoor Store PO: Post Office POI: Point of Interest R: Restaurant RA: Rest area RST: Restroom TP: Teepee WAG: Wagon WS: Water Stop YRT: Yurt ? : Used if the location is uncertain. For most points, however, the indicator on your device shows the known location. Examples: G,R-Florence: City named Florence with a known location that has a grocery and restaurant ? CG-Fourmile(pvt. ): Private campground named Fourmile with an uncertain location Other abbreviations used in services AGFC: Arkansas Game & Fish Commission ALL: American Land & Leisure BIA: Bureau of Indian Affairs BLM: Bureau of Land Management Cabin(s): indoor lodging, bedding required CDT: Continental Divide Trail COE: Army Corps of Engineers CPS: Canadian Park Service CR: County Road CRD: Capital Regional District DNR: Department of Natural Resources DR:... --- - Published: 2024-09-24 - Modified: 2025-05-06 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/routes-and-maps/digital-routes/ Adventure Cycling has partnered with Ride with GPS to offer riders a new and enhanced way to navigate Adventure Cycling routes. By partnering with Ride with GPS, we can distribute our routes on a platform thousands already use. Ride with GPS offers tools that cyclists want, like audio turn cues and the ability to download GPX files for use on bike computers like Garmin and Wahoo. This partnership is a key strategic initiative to making Adventure Cycling routes more accessible to more people. Riders can purchase all Adventure Cycling routes as Digital Routes to use in Ride with GPS Experiences. Ride the most curated routes in the U. S. with a first-rate planning and navigation tool. GPX Data: Now that all our Digital Routes are available through Ride with GPS Experiences, we no longer sell GPX Data in our store. See FAQ for more details. Bicycle Route Navigator App: Adventure Cycling is no longer selling routes in the Bicycle Route Navigator App. We will maintain the app for users to use their purchased Bicycle Route Navigator routes until September 30, 2025. See FAQ for more details. Disclaimer While Adventure Cycling Association does our best to ensure accuracy, route conditions may vary over time. Users are advised to use good judgment and obey all traffic laws. By using this product/route/map, the user understands that cycling is an inherently risky activity and serious injury, or death may occur. Users freely and expressly assume and accept any and all risks of injury or... --- - Published: 2024-09-18 - Modified: 2024-09-18 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2014-issues/ December 2014/January 2015 From the Cascades to the Sierra. Plus: Arizona is for Cyclists, Jambo Kenya, Old Spokes Home profile October/November 2014 Exploring Northwest Montana's Fire Lookouts. Plus: More Cowbell in Switzerland, Minneapolis Forecast: Warm Showers, Rivendell Bicycle Works August/September 2014 Route 66. Plus: In Search of the Great War, Uncrowded Montana, and Packbiking the Tobacco Roots July 2014 Recumbent Roundup. Plus: Touring Austria's Rivers, Along the Mekong, and the Mystery of Mike Rust  June 2014 The Early Crossers. Plus: Bicycling Across Turkey in 1891, Charles Siple Profile, and A Tale of the Trace May 2014 Along the Canol. Plus: Fall in the Ozarks, Driftless in Wisconsin, and the Fabulous French Family April 2014 Touring Bike Buyer's Guide. Plus: Adventure Cycling Annual Report, Solidream, Bike Tour Logistics, and Educating on Wheels March 2014 The Great Divide, Part 2. Plus: 2013 Photo Contest Winners, Québec's Route Verte, and a Road Test of the Fuji Touring February 2014 Ride Unloaded: Cycle Greater Yellowstone. Plus: Ride RAGBRAI, Tour of Germany, Ageless Cycling --- - Published: 2024-09-18 - Modified: 2024-09-18 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2013-issues/ December/January 2013 The Great Divide: Two Perspectives. Plus: Oregon Keeps Cranking, Co-Motion Divide, Holiday Gear Guide October/November 2013 Civil War Riding: Tennessee & Missouri. Plus: The Sierra Cascades Route, Alaska's Golden Circle, Peter White Cycles August/September 2013 Two Swell Rides: Ups and Downs in Back Country Utah. Plus: Civil War Trail, Cycling National Parks, Profile: SRAM Cycling Fund July 2013 2013 Recumbent Roundup. Plus: Road Test: HP Velotechnik Scorpion FS 26, Profile: Bacchetta Bicycles, Photo Essay: Myanmar June 2013 Around the World: Greece Respite. Plus: The First Across, The Freedom Macine, Ode to a Stolen Bicycle, Profile: The Bicycle Bunkhouse, Road Test: Novara Madrona, Avoiding Flat Tires. May 2013 Cycle-ski Norway. Plus: Oregon's Scenic Bikeway, Profile: Bikes Belong, Road Test: Novara Verita. April 2013 First Tour: A Son Teaches His Father. Plus: Volunteer on Tour, Engagement Pays Off, A Tour of the East Coast Greenway, and Profile: Bikes Belong. March 2013 Cycling the Pacific Coast Highway. Plus: Adventure Cycling's Bicycle Travel Photo Contest, Riding the Rugged Magruder, Profile: Pedal Chic. February 2013 Rainstorm and Stihl Tour de Trees. Plus: Macedonia by Bicycle, Southern Indiana Cycling, Road Test: All-City Space Horse, Wheel Sizes Explained. --- - Published: 2024-09-18 - Modified: 2024-09-18 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2012-issues/ December/January 2012 Touring in Central Asia, Family Cycling in Alabama, Vancouver by Bicycle, Mountain Biking in Mongolia. October/November 2012 Canadian Invasion: Hell on Wheels. Plus: Bolivia by Bicycle, Profile of June Curry, Holiday Gear Guide. August/September 2012 Family Cycling Pt. 2: Great Divide. Plus: Kansas by Bicycle.  Siberian Crossing.  Profile: Ortlieb USA.  Road Test: Moots Moto X YBB. July 2012 Magical New Zealand: Riding the North Island. Plus: Southern Portugal Escapade.  Meet Clif Bar and its Founder.  A Family Tackles the Great Divide.  Road Test: CYFAC Vintage. June 2012 Ride Wisconsin: SAGBRAW & the Midwest Recumbent Rall. Plus: Bike Rides Made in Montana.  Profile: Lightfoot Cycles.  Riding the Iron Curtain. May 2012 The History Issue Looking Back: Bicycle Travelers of Yesteryear. The Chance Encounter. Around the United States by Bicycle. Shakedown in Alaska.  The Way We Whirrr. April 2012 Third Annual Cyclists' Travel Guide Today's Touring Bikes. How to Plan Your Trip.  Starting the Kids Early.  Images from Abroad.  Bike Africa. March 2012 Central America: Touring Guatemala. Plus: Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula.  Roughing it in Tajikistan.  Weir in Portugal. February 2012 Any Tour You Like: Finding the One for You. Plus: Southern Italy.  The Climber's Island: Mallorca.  A Lake Champlain Adventure.  The Netherlands by Bike and Barge.  Beware the Back. --- - Published: 2024-09-18 - Modified: 2024-09-18 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2011-issues/ December/January 2011 Vietnam: Cycling Shangri-La. Plus: 35 Years Later, a Special Look Back at a B76 Group. Ride Along with General U. S. Grant in and around Vicksburg. October/November 2011 Maine: Cycling in and around Acadia National Park. Plus: Follow General Robert E. Lee's retreat from Gettysburg by bike, a roundup of bicycle trailers for hauling your kids around, Willie Weir details a scary incident that happened while on a tour.  Geared Up: Holiday gifts for cyclists. August/September 2011 Switzerland: Where the Rubber Meets the Sky. Plus: Texas from the Saddle, Touring Iceland's Ring Road, Road Test: Soma Saga. July 2011 Rocky Mountain High: Colorado Calling. Plus: Riding Minnesota's Trail Network. First Look: Co-motion Americano Rohloff plus Gates. June 2011 Alternative Rides: Try a Different Kind of Cycle. Plus: Cuba photo essay. Road Test: Jamis Aurora Elite. Riding Trikes in Idaho. May 2011 The History Issue The Bicycling Buffalo Soldiers by Dan D'Ambrosio. Sweating the Yukon by June Siple. A Victorian Album. April 2011 Second Annual Cyclists' Travel Guide 2011 Touring Bike Buyer's Guide, keeping the kids happy, GPS and e-mapping.  The Mirror Legend. March 2011 Bike tripping: Time to Take a Bicycle Vacation. Hung(a)ry in Style by Colleen Friesen. A Pearl in the Mediterranean by Gregg Bleakney.   February 2011 Water, Water, Everywhere: Florida Keys by Tom Robertson and Kerri Rosenstein. Plus: Bike Event Roundup by Mike Deme and Jill Homer. The Road Less Traveled in Cambodia by Cara Coolbaugh. --- - Published: 2024-09-18 - Modified: 2024-09-18 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2014-issues/december-2014-january-2015/ Digital Edition Download the December 2014/January 2015 issue (PDF). In this Issue From the Cascades to the Sierra Arizona is for Cyclists Jambo Kenya Wheels on the Ground — Eurovelo Profile: Old Spokes Home Road Test: Littleford Expedition --- - Published: 2024-09-18 - Modified: 2024-09-18 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2014-issues/october-november-2014/ Digital Edition Download the October/November 2014 issue (PDF). In this Issue Exploring Northwest Montana's Fire Lookouts More Cowbell in Switzerland Minneapolis Forecast: Warm Showers Profile: Rivendell Bicycle Works Profile: Womantours Road Test: Bianchi Zurigo Disc --- - Published: 2024-09-18 - Modified: 2024-09-18 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2014-issues/august-september-2014/ Digital Edition Download the August/September 2014 issue (PDF). In this Issue America's Darling: Route 66 In Search of the Great War Uncrowded Montana Packbiking the Tobacco Roots Road Test: Salsa Vaya 2 Travels with Willie --- - Published: 2024-09-18 - Modified: 2024-09-18 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2014-issues/july-2014/ Digital Edition Download the July 2014 issue (PDF). In this Issue Finding the Perfect Reclined Ride: Recumbent Roundup Touring Austria's Rivers Along the Mekong The Mystery of Mike Rust --- - Published: 2024-09-18 - Modified: 2024-09-18 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2014-issues/june-2014/ Digital Edition Download the June 2014 issue (PDF). In this Issue The Early Crossers — Before the Bicycle Boom Bicycling Across Turkey in 1891 Charles Siple Profile A Tale of the Trace --- - Published: 2024-09-18 - Modified: 2024-09-18 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2014-issues/may-2014/ Digital Edition Download the May 2014 issue (PDF). In this Issue Along the Canol: Mountain Biking Deep in Canada's Wet and Wild Lands Fall in the Ozarks Driftless in Wisconsin The Fabulous French Family --- - Published: 2024-09-18 - Modified: 2024-09-18 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2014-issues/april-2014/ Digital Edition Download the April 2014 issue (PDF). In this Issue Touring Bike Buyer's Guide Solidream Round-the-World Expedition Bike Tour Logistics Educating on Wheels Adventure Cycling Annual Report --- - Published: 2024-09-18 - Modified: 2024-09-18 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2014-issues/march-2014/ Digital Edition Download the March 2014 issue (PDF). In this Issue The Great Divide, Part 2 2013 Photo Contest Winners Québec's Route Verte Road Test: Fuji Touring --- - Published: 2024-09-18 - Modified: 2024-09-18 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2014-issues/february-2014/ Digital Edition Download the February 2014 issue (PDF). In this Issue Ride Unloaded: Cycle Greater Yellowstone Ride RAGBRAI Tour of Germany Ageless Cycling --- - Published: 2024-09-18 - Modified: 2024-09-18 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2013-issues/decemberjanuary-2013/ Digital Edition Download the December/January 2013 issue (PDF). In This Issue The Great Divide: Two Perspectives Oregon Keeps Cranking Co-Motion Divide Holiday Gear Guide --- - Published: 2024-09-18 - Modified: 2024-09-18 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2013-issues/octobernovember-2013/ Digital Edition Download the October/November 2013 issue (PDF). In This Issue Civil War Riding: Tennessee & Missouri Then and Now: The Sierra Cascades Route  The Golden Circle of Bears and Beers Profile: Peter White Cycles --- - Published: 2024-09-18 - Modified: 2024-09-18 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2013-issues/augustseptember-2013/ Digital Edition Download the August/September 2013 issue (PDF). In this issue: Two Swell Rides: Ups and Downs in Back Country Utah Civil War Trail Cycling National Parks Profile: SRAM Cycling Fund --- - Published: 2024-09-18 - Modified: 2024-09-18 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2013-issues/july-2013/ Digital Edition Downoad the July 2013 issue (PDF). In this issue 2013 Recumbent Roundup Road Test: HP Velotechnik Scorpion FS 26 Profile: Bacchetta Bicycles Photo Essay: Myanmar --- - Published: 2024-09-18 - Modified: 2024-09-18 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2013-issues/june-2013/ Digital Edition: Download the June 2013 issue (PDF). In this issue: Around the World: Greece Respite The First Across Profile: The Bicycle Bunkhouse Road Test: Novara Madrona --- - Published: 2024-09-18 - Modified: 2024-09-18 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2013-issues/may-2013/ Digital Edition: Download the May 2013 issue (PDF). In this issue: Cycle-ski Norway Oregon's Scenic Bikeway Profile: Bikes Belong Road Test: Novara Verita --- - Published: 2024-09-18 - Modified: 2024-09-18 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2013-issues/april-2013/ Digital Edition Download the April 2013 issue (PDF). In this issue: First Tour: A Son Teaches His Father Volunteer on Tour Engagement Pays Off A Tour of the East Coast Greenway Profile: Bikes Belong --- - Published: 2024-09-18 - Modified: 2024-09-18 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2013-issues/march-2013/ Digital Edition Download March 2013 issue (PDF). In this issue: Cycling the Pacific Coast Highway Adventure Cycling's Bicycle Travel Photo Contest Riding the Rugged Magruder Profile: Pedal Chic --- - Published: 2024-09-18 - Modified: 2024-09-18 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2013-issues/february-2013/ Digital Edition Download February 2013 issue (PDF). In this issue: Rainstorm and Stihl Tour de Trees Macedonia by Bicycle Southern Indiana Cycling Road Test: All-City Space Horse Wheel Sizes Explained --- - Published: 2024-09-18 - Modified: 2024-09-18 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2011-issues/adventure-cyclist-december-january-2011/ Digital Edition Download December/January 2011 issue (PDF). In this issue: Vietnam: Cycling Shangri-La. 35 Years Later, a Special Look Back at a B76 Group Ride Along with General U. S. Grant in and around Vicksburg --- - Published: 2024-09-18 - Modified: 2024-09-18 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2012-issues/adventure-cyclist-octobernovember-2012/ Digital Edition Download October/November 2012 issue (PDF). In this issue: Canadian Invasion: Hell on Wheels Bolivia by Bicycle Profile of June Curry Holiday Gear Guide --- - Published: 2024-09-18 - Modified: 2024-09-18 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2012-issues/adventure-cyclist-august-september-2012/ Digital Edition Download August/September 2012 issue (PDF). In this issue: Family Cycling Pt. 2: Great Divide  Kansas by Bicycle Siberian Crossing Profile: Ortlieb USA Road Test: Moots Moto X YBB --- - Published: 2024-09-18 - Modified: 2024-09-18 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2012-issues/adventure-cyclist-july-2012/ Digital Edition Download July 2012 issue (PDF). In this issue: Magical New Zealand: Riding the North Island Plus: Southern Portugal Escapade Meet Clif Bar and its Founder A Family Tackles the Great Divide Road Test: CYFAC Vintage --- - Published: 2024-09-18 - Modified: 2024-09-18 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2012-issues/adventure-cyclist-june-2012/ Digital Edition Download June 2012 issue (PDF). In this issue: Ride Wisconsin: SAGBRAW & the Midwest Recumbent Rall Bike Rides Made in Montana Profile: Lightfoot Cycles Riding the Iron Curtain --- - Published: 2024-09-18 - Modified: 2024-09-18 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2012-issues/adventure-cyclist-may-2012/ Digital Edition Download May 2012 issue (PDF) The History Issue: Looking Back: Bicycle Travelers of Yesteryear The Chance Encounter Around the United States by Bicycle Shakedown in Alaska The Way We Whirrr --- - Published: 2024-09-18 - Modified: 2024-09-18 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2012-issues/adventure-cyclist-april-2012/ Digital Edition Download April 2012 issue (PDF). In the Third Annual Cyclists' Travel Guide: Today's Touring Bikes How to Plan Your Trip Starting the Kids Early Images from Abroad Bike Africa --- - Published: 2024-09-18 - Modified: 2024-09-18 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2012-issues/adventure-cyclist-march-2012/ Digital Edition Download March 2012 issue (PDF). In this issue: Central America: Touring Guatemala Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula Roughing it in Tajikistan Weir in Portugal --- - Published: 2024-09-18 - Modified: 2024-09-18 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2012-issues/adventure-cyclist-february-2012/ Digital Edition Download February 2012 issue (PDF). In this issue: Any Tour You Like: Finding the One for You Southern Italy The Climber's Island: Mallorca A Lake Champlain Adventure The Netherlands by Bike and Barge Beware the Back --- - Published: 2024-09-18 - Modified: 2024-09-18 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2011-issues/adventure-cyclist-october-november-2011/ Digital Edition Download October/November 2011 issue (PDF). In this issue: Maine: Cycling in and around Acadia National Park Follow General Robert E. Lee's retreat from Gettysburg by bike A roundup of bicycle trailers for hauling your kids around Willie Weir details a scary incident that happened while on a tour Geared Up: Holiday gifts for cyclists --- - Published: 2024-09-18 - Modified: 2024-09-18 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2011-issues/adventure-cyclist-august-september-2011/ Digital Edition Download August/September 2011 issue (PDF). In this issue: Switzerland: Where the Rubber Meets the Sky Texas from the Saddle Touring Iceland's Ring Road Road Test: Soma Saga --- - Published: 2024-09-18 - Modified: 2024-09-18 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2011-issues/adventure-cyclist-july-2011/ Digital Edition Download July 2011 issue (PDF). In this issue: Rocky Mountain High: Colorado Calling Riding Minnesota's Trail Network First Look: Co-motion Americano Rohloff plus Gates --- - Published: 2024-09-18 - Modified: 2024-09-18 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2011-issues/adventure-cyclist-june-2011/ Digital Edition Download June 2011 issue (PDF). In this issue: Alternative Rides: Try a Different Kind of Cycle Cuba photo essay Road Test: Jamis Aurora Elite Riding Trikes in Idaho --- - Published: 2024-09-18 - Modified: 2024-09-18 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2011-issues/adventure-cyclist-may-2011/ Digital Edition Download May 2011 issue (PDF). Inside the History Issue: The Bicycling Buffalo Soldiers by Dan D'Ambrosio Sweating the Yukon by June Siple A Victorian Album --- - Published: 2024-09-18 - Modified: 2024-09-18 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2011-issues/adventure-cyclist-april-2011/ Digital Edition Download April 2011 issue (PDF) Inside the Second Annual Cyclists' Travel Guide: 2011 Touring Bike Buyer's Guide Keeping the kids happy GPS and e-mapping The Mirror Legend --- - Published: 2024-09-18 - Modified: 2024-09-18 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2011-issues/adventure-cyclist-march-2011/ Digital Edition Download March 2011 issue (PDF). In this issue: Bike tripping: Time to Take a Bicycle Vacation Hung(a)ry in Style by Colleen Friesen A Pearl in the Mediterranean by Gregg Bleakney --- - Published: 2024-09-18 - Modified: 2024-09-18 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2011-issues/adventure-cyclist-february-2011/ Digital Edition Download February 2011 issue (PDF). In this issue: Water, Water, Everywhere: Florida Keys by Tom Robertson and Kerri Rosenstein Bike Event Roundup by Mike Deme and Jill Homer The Road Less Traveled in Cambodia by Cara Coolbaugh --- - Published: 2024-09-18 - Modified: 2024-09-18 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2012-issues/december-january-2012/ Digital Edition Download December/January 2012 issue (PDF). In this issue: Touring in Central Asia Family Cycling in Alabama Vancouver by Bicycle Mountain Biking in Mongolia --- - Published: 2024-09-17 - Modified: 2024-09-17 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2018-issues/ December/January 2018 Nothing Comes Easy in the Congo; South Africa; East Africa; Profile: Southern Highland Traverse; Travels with Willie; Road Test: Trek 520; Road Test: Tout Terrain Scrambler; Open Road Gallery; and more. October/November 2018 Following the Monarchs; Aztec Dreams; Adventure Light on the Maine Hut Route; Profile: Chris DiMinno; Profile: 9/11 Memorial Trail; Road Test: Bianchi Orso; Open Road Gallery; and more. August/September 2018 Final Mile Anthology; What We Ride: The bikes of Adventure Cyclist; An Interview with Lael Wilcox; Profile: Oveja Negra; Profile: Out Our Front Door; Road Test: Co-op Cycles ADV 1. 1; Open Road Gallery; and more. July 2018 The TransAm Granny Method; 4x2: Germany's auto museums by bike; Bothypacking Scotland; Frank the Welder; Book Report; Fuel Your Ride; and more.   June 2018 History Issue: The Year of Cycling Dangerously in Africa, Bicycle Travel Photo Contest Winners, Annual Member Survey, An Oasis for the Cyclo-Tourist, The Lives and Times of Jim and Jesse Merz. May 2018 The Great Divide Turns 20 Special Issue: The Mighty Moe Brothers, A long Meditation on Tour Divide, Riding the Red Desert, A Cold Fall on the Hot Springs Route, Mac McCoy Profile, and more. April 2018 If We Go, She Goes: An unlikely touring companion; Towing Baby Over the Alps; On the Shores of the Gitche Gumee; Return to the Trace, Annual Impact Report; and more. March 2018 2018 Cyclists' Travel Guide featuring Steel is Real (Confusing), Keeping the Lights On, Packing Lists, and Bikepacking bags; Canada's Kettle Valley Trail, Cycling the Columbia from Source to... --- - Published: 2024-09-17 - Modified: 2024-09-17 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2017-issues/ December 2017/January 2018 Bikepacking Cuba, Cycling the Carolinas, Missouri Misery, Profile: Paul Steely White, Road Test: All-City Space Horse Disc, Road Test: Jamis Renegade, and more. October/November 2017 Riding the Rust Belt, Sun and Sand in Corsica, Second Chances on the North Rim, Atlanta Rising, Road Test: Breezer Radar Pro, Final Mile, and more. August/September 2017 Huckleberry Heaven, Willie Weir in Taiwan, Destination: Planet Ethiopia, Canada's Great Trail, Profile: Sue Knaup, Road Test: Co-Motion Deschutes, and more. July 2017 Laid-Back Boom: A Recumbent Report, Magnificent Seven in Vermont, Be Like Mike, Cycling Yorkshire, a profile on Bob Lee, and more. June 2017 Woodrow Wilson's bicycling life, Riding India's Himalaya, The Long Journey Home, Cyclesense: Used Bikes, Tumbleweed Prospector Road Test, and more. May 2017 A daddy-daughter bike tour, 2017 photo contest winners, self-portrait tips, Specialized Sequoia Road Test, Texas 4000 profile, Cyclotherapy photo essay, and more. April 2017 The Cyclists' Travel Guide, including the 2017 Touring Bike Buyer's Guide, Trek 520 Disc and Surly Disc Trucker Road Tests, Travel Bike Tips, and more; TransAmerica Trail in Two Parts; Ben Sollee profile; and more March 2017 Down the Divide, Ride to Ruins in Southern Utah, (The other) Trans-America Trail, Bikepacking 101, Salsa Timberjack and Pivot Mach 429 Trail Road Tests, and more February 2017 End of an Era: Greg Siple Rides into Retirement, Cycle Oregon, Spain's Tapas Trail, Vermont Challenge, El Camino Real, and more. --- - Published: 2024-09-17 - Modified: 2024-09-17 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2016-issues/ December 2016/January 2017 Riding Greenland's Ice, Riding with a Rescued Dog, San Francisco Treat, Profile: Mathew Cohn, and more. October/November 2016 Long Nights in the White Mountains, Cycling Israel, Ontario's Mennonites, "Titanium Dave" Levy, Road Test: Jones Plus, and more. August/September 2016 Riding the National Parks, Part III; Muir Ramble Route; Grand 'Stans; Georgena Terry; Road Test: Rivendell Joe Appaloosa July 2016 Annapurna Circuit by Unicycle; Touring Morocco; Willie Weir in Hawaii; Road Test: RANS Stratus XP June 2016 The Pennells: Cycle touring's first couple, Eastman & Overman, The Chocolate Connection, Crowdfunding the Bike Biz, The New Girls' Weekend, and more. May 2016 Purposeful Cycling: Hitting the Road to Help, Greg & June Siple, Summer in Norway, Marin Four Corners Elite, Cyclesense, Fine Tuned, and more. April 2016 Cyclists' Travel Guide: A Big Shift, 2016 Travel Bikes, Getting a Charge Out of Touring, Patagonia, 1973 Story Launched Bikecentennial March 2016 Bicycle Travel Photo Contest Winners, Lakeshore Drive Déjà Vu, Manitoba's Canadian Shield, The Great Group, Sugar Wheel Works, Old Man Mountain February 2016 Colorado is Calling, Cycle Adirondacks, Long Live Colombia, Cycling the San Juans Islands, Empire State Ride, Ride to Liv, and more. --- - Published: 2024-09-17 - Modified: 2024-09-17 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2015-issues/ December/January 2015 Seeking Snow but finding Rain in Oregon, Europe 1968, NAHBS: State of the Art, Bikepacking the Knik, Travel with Willie, The Challenege of the C&O, and more. October/November 2015 Finding the Perfect Campsite in Norway, Hungover in Albania, Montéal by Bike Share, Holiday gear Guide Preview, The World According to Planet Bike, Inspiring 'Women on Wheels,' and more. August/September 2015 Riding the Parks: From Acadia to Zion, Lonely Roads of the Altai, When in Veneto, Scott Warner: Bikecentennial Mentor July 2015 Sit Back and Relax: Recumbent Cycle-Con, Extraordinary Zeke, Cruising Croatia, Off the Beaten Path in Spain June 2015 Images of Fearless Travelers: Early Round-the-Worlders, Bicycling Across Persia, A Terrible Climber in Italy, Part II, Willie Weir Meets Zeke May 2015 Circling the Volcanoes: Family Adventure in Nicaragua, Michigan's Leelanau, Touring with a Toddler, Bike Share Boom April 2015 Cyclists' Travel Guide. Plus: The Drivetrain Dilemma, 29+, Riding Secret Slovenia, Final Mile: The Rest of the Story March 2015 Riding the Hill Country. Plus: New York's Oneida County, Sixth Annual Photo Contest, Off the Map in Bosnia, North Carolina Bike-Ped Profile February 2015 Tours & Events Issue. Plus: Tour d'Afrique's Trans-Oceania, A Terrible Climber in Italy, New Zealand's South Island, The Story of Arkel profile --- - Published: 2024-09-17 - Modified: 2024-09-17 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2018-issues/december-january-2018/ Digital Edition Download the December 2018/January 2019 issue (PDF) In this Issue Nothing Comes Easy in the Congo Riding Past Instagram in South Africa  East Africa Tourist Visa Profile: Southern Highland Traverse Travels with Willie Road Test: Trek 520 Road Test: Tout Terrain Scrambler Open Road Gallery --- - Published: 2024-09-17 - Modified: 2024-09-17 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2018-issues/october-november-2018/ Digital Edition Download the October/November 2018 issue (PDF) In this Issue Following the Monarchs Aztec Dreams Adventure Light on the Maine Hut Route Profile: Chris DiMinno Profile: 9/11 Memorial Trail Road Test: Bianchi Orso Open Road Gallery --- - Published: 2024-09-17 - Modified: 2024-09-17 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2018-issues/august-september-2018/ Digital Edition Download the June 2018 issue (PDF) In this Issue Final Mile Anthology What We Ride: The bikes of Adventure Cyclist An Interview with Lael Wilcox Profile: Oveja Negra Profile: Out Our Front Door Road Test: Co-op Cycles ADV 1. 1 Open Road Gallery --- - Published: 2024-09-17 - Modified: 2024-09-17 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2018-issues/july-2018/ Digital Edition Download the June 2018 issue (PDF) In this Issue The TransAm Granny Method 4x2: Germany's auto museums by bike Bothypacking Scotland  Profile: Frank the Welder Road Test: Cruzbike Q45 Geared Up Open Road Gallery --- - Published: 2024-09-17 - Modified: 2024-09-17 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2018-issues/june-2018/ Digital Edition Download the June 2018 issue (PDF) In this Issue The Year of Cycling Dangerously Bicycle Travel Photo Contest Winners Annual Member Survey Results An Oasis for the Cyclo-Tourist, the Braxton Bike Shop Profile: Jim and Jesse Merz Road Test: Surly Midnight Special Geared Up Open Road Gallery --- - Published: 2024-09-17 - Modified: 2024-09-17 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2018-issues/may-2018/ Digital Edition Download the May 2018 issue (PDF) In this Issue The Mighty Moe Brothers A long Meditation on Tour Divide Riding the Red Desert A Cold Fall on the Hot Springs Route Profile: Mac McCoy  Oregon Timber Trail Road Test: Trek 1120 Road Test: Salsa Cutthroat Geared Up Open Road Gallery Great Divide Map Pullout --- - Published: 2024-09-17 - Modified: 2024-09-17 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2018-issues/april-2018/ Digital Edition Download the April 2018 issue (PDF) In this Issue Towing Baby Over the Alps If We Go, She Goes On the Shores of the Gitche Gumee Profile: Natchez Trace Road Test: Riese & Müller Delite GT eBike Road Test: Giant Toughroad SLR 1 Geared Up Open Road Gallery Annual Impact Report --- - Published: 2024-09-17 - Modified: 2024-09-17 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2018-issues/march-2018/ Digital Edition Download the March 2018 issue (PDF) In this Issue Cyclists' Travel Guide: Steel is Real (Confusing), Keeping the Lights On, Packing Lists, and Bikepacking bags Connecting Through Trails in Kettle Valley Rolling on the River Profile: Warmshowers Road Test: Surly ECR Road Test: Fuji Touring Disc Geared Up Open Road Gallery --- - Published: 2024-09-17 - Modified: 2024-09-17 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2018-issues/february-2018/ Digital Edition Download the February 2018 issue (PDF) In this Issue In the Now in Croatia Fresh Air in the Gulf Islands Cycle Utah Profile: Joe Cruz Road Test: Litespeed Gravel Road Test: Marin Nicasio Geared Up Open Road Gallery --- - Published: 2024-09-17 - Modified: 2024-09-17 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2017-issues/december-2017-january-2018/ Digital Edition Download the December 2017/January 2018 (PDF) issue In this Issue Bikepacking Cuba Pedaling the Palmetto State Missouri Misery Profile: Paul Steely White Profile: Canada's Great Trail, Part II Road Test: All-City Space Horse Disc Road Test: Jamis Renegade Geared Up Open Road Gallery --- - Published: 2024-09-17 - Modified: 2024-09-17 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2017-issues/october-november-2017/ Digital Edition Download the October/November 2017 (PDF) issue In this Issue Riding the Rust Belt - Indy to Pittsburgh on the Chicago to New York City Bicycle Route Sun and Sand in Corsica Second Chances on the North Rim of the Grand Canyon Profile: Atlanta Rising Road Test: Breezer Radar Pro Geared Up Open Road Gallery --- - Published: 2024-09-17 - Modified: 2024-09-17 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2017-issues/august-september-2017/ Digital Edition Download the August/September 2017 (PDF) issue In this Issue Huckleberry Heaven Willie Weir in Taiwan Destination: Planet Ethiopia Canada's Great Trail Profile: Sue Knaup Road Test: Co-Motion Deschutes Geared Up Open Road Gallery --- - Published: 2024-09-17 - Modified: 2024-09-17 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2017-issues/july-2017/ Digital Edition Download the July 2017 (PDF) issue In this Issue Laid-Back Boom Magnificent Seven in Vermont Be Like Mike Cycling Yorkshire Road Test: TerraTrike Rambler EVO Road Test: Brompton Profile: Bob Lee Geared Up Open Road Gallery --- - Published: 2024-09-17 - Modified: 2024-09-17 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2017-issues/june-2017/ Digital Edition Download the June 2017 (PDF) issue In this Issue Woodrow Wilson, Cyclist Backroad through the Himalaya The Long Journey Home Bicycle Touring as a Pilgrimadge Road Test: Tumbleweed Prospector Cyclesense: Hidden Gems Geared Up --- - Published: 2024-09-17 - Modified: 2024-09-17 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2017-issues/may-2017/ > Digital Edition Download the May 2017 (PDF) issue In this Issue Daddy-Daughter Bike Tour 2017 Photo Contest Winners Selfie to Self-Portrait Cyclotherapy Profile: Texas 4000 Road Test: Specialized Sequoia Road Test: Masi Giramondo Geared Up --- - Published: 2024-09-17 - Modified: 2024-09-17 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2017-issues/april-2017/ Digital Edition Download the April 2017 (PDF) issue In this Issue Cyclists' Travel Guide 2017 Touring Bike Buyers Guide TransAmerica Trail in Two Parts Profile: Ben Sollee Road Test: Trek 520 Disc Road Test: Surly Disc Trucker Fuel Your Ride Geared Up --- - Published: 2024-09-17 - Modified: 2024-09-17 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2017-issues/march-2017/ Digital Edition Download the March 2017 (PDF) issue In this Issue Down the Divide Ride to Ruins in Southern Utah Plan B: Pioneering the (other) Trans-America Trail Profile: Bikepacking 101 Road Test: Salsa Timberjack Road Test: Pivot Mach 429 Trail Book Report Geared Up --- - Published: 2024-09-17 - Modified: 2024-09-17 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2017-issues/february-2017/ Digital Edition Download the February 2017 (PDF) issue In this Issue A Bicycling Life: Greg Siple Pedals into Retirement Spain's Tapas Trail Vermont Challenge  Cycle Oregon El Camino Real Profile: Terry Taylor Profile: Brave Mothering Road Test: Tout Terrain Tanami Xplore Road Test: GT Grade --- - Published: 2024-09-17 - Modified: 2024-09-17 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2016-issues/december-2016-january-2017/ Digital Edition Download the December 2016/January 2017 (PDF) issue In this Issue Above the Arctic Circle: Riding Greenland's Ice Riding A Rescued with a Rescued Dog San Francisco Treat Profile: Matthew Cohn Final Mile: General Delivery Road Test: Advocate Lorax Road Test: Velo Orange Piolet   --- - Published: 2024-09-17 - Modified: 2024-09-17 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2016-issues/october-november-2016/ Digital Edition Download the October/November 2016 (PDF) issue In this Issue Heart of Darkness: Alaska's White Mountains Cycling Israel Cycling Among the Mennonites Profile: Gary MacFadden Profile: "Titanium Dave" Levy Travels with Willie: Late Start Road Test: Jones Plus   --- - Published: 2024-09-17 - Modified: 2024-09-17 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2016-issues/august-september-2016/ Digital Edition Download the October/November 2016 (PDF) issue In this Issue Heart of Darkness: Alaska's White Mountains Cycling Israel Cycling Among the Mennonites Profile: Gary MacFadden Profile: "Titanium Dave" Levy Travels with Willie: Late Start Road Test: Jones Plus   --- - Published: 2024-09-17 - Modified: 2024-09-17 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2016-issues/july-2016/ Digital Edition Download the July 2016 (PDF) issue In this Issue The Wheel of Life: Annapurna by Unicycle  One Lane Through the Rocks in Morocco Once Around the Big Island When Donna Met John Lessons in Life on Bikes Road Test: RANS Stratus XP --- - Published: 2024-09-17 - Modified: 2024-09-17 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2016-issues/june-2016/ Digital Edition Download the June 2016 (PDF) issue In this Issue The Pennells: Cycle touring's first couple  Eastman & Overman The Chocolate Connection Crowdfunding the Bike Biz The New Girls' Weekend Travels With Willie: Knock, Knock Road Test: Ritchey Ascent --- - Published: 2024-09-17 - Modified: 2024-09-17 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2016-issues/may-2016/ Digital Edition Download the May 2016 (PDF) issue In this Issue Pedaling with a Purpose Return from the End of the World: Greg & June Siple A Summer Ride in Norway Randy Horton's Excellent Ride A Second Chance: David Prouty Cyclesense: Perfect Tension Fine Tuned: MIPS Helmets Road Test: Marin Four Corners Elite --- - Published: 2024-09-17 - Modified: 2024-09-17 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2016-issues/april-2016/ Digital Edition Download the April 2016 (PDF) issue In this Issue Cyclists' Travel Guide: A Big Shift, 2016 Travel Bikes, Getting a Charge Out of Touring, Dirtbag Bike Touring, Touring on Full Suspension Straight Roads and Wind Eat, Sleep, Ride, Great Divide: Lael Wilcox 1973 Story Launched Bikecentennial Road Test: Salsa Marrakesh Road Test: Rocky Mountain Sherpa --- - Published: 2024-09-17 - Modified: 2024-09-17 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2016-issues/march-2016/ Digital Edition Download the March 2016 (PDF) issue In this Issue Lakeshore Drive Déjà Vu Seventh Annual Bicycle Travel Photo Contest The Forest to the Shore The Great Group Old Man Mountain Sugar Wheel Works Road Test: Jamis Dragonslayer Road Test: Traitor Wander --- - Published: 2024-09-17 - Modified: 2024-09-17 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2016-issues/february-2016/ Digital Edition Download the February 2016 (PDF) issue In this Issue Colorado is Calling Cycle Adirondacks Long Live Colombia Cycling the San Juans Islands Empire State Ride Ride to Liv Road Test: Elepaphant Bikes National Forest Explorer Road Test: Niner RLT Steel --- - Published: 2024-09-17 - Modified: 2024-09-17 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2015-issues/december-january-2015/ Digital Edition Download the December/January 2015 (PDF) issue In this Issue Skiing the Cascades by Bike Europe 1968 NAHBS: State of the Art Bikepacking the Knik Glacier Profile: The Challenge of the C&O Travels with Willie Road Test: Trek 920 Road Test: Opus Legato --- - Published: 2024-09-17 - Modified: 2024-09-17 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2015-issues/october-november-2015/ Digital Edition Download the October/November 2015 (PDF) issue In this Issue Hungover in Albania Montréal (On 8 Bikes a Day) Island Hopping in Norway Profile: Planet Bike Profile: Loretta Henderson Holiday Gear Guide Preview Road Test: Felt V100 The Final Mile: Here There Be Bears, Seriously --- - Published: 2024-09-17 - Modified: 2024-09-17 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2015-issues/august-september-2015/ Digital Edition Download the August/September 2015 (PDF) issue In this Issue Riding the Parks: From Acadia to Zion Circling the Golden Mountains When in Veneto Profile: Scott Warner Profile: Cyclofemme Road Test: Koga Siganture Traveller KS-TR 28 Road Test: Spot Wazee --- - Published: 2024-09-17 - Modified: 2024-09-17 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2015-issues/july-2015/ Digital Edition Download the August/September 2015 (PDF) issue In this Issue Riding the Parks: From Acadia to Zion Circling the Golden Mountains When in Veneto Profile: Scott Warner Profile: Cyclofemme Road Test: Koga Siganture Traveller KS-TR 28 Road Test: Spot Wazee --- - Published: 2024-09-17 - Modified: 2024-09-17 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2015-issues/june-2015/ Digital Edition Download the June 2015 (PDF) issue. In this Issue Images of Fearless Travelers: Early Round-the-Worlders Bicycling Across Persia A Terrible Climber in Italy, Part II Willie Weir Meets Zeke Destination Havana Blackburn Gets Out There Road Test: Raleigh Tamland 2 Fine Tuned: Fitbit Surge Life Member Profile: Brian "Creatureboy" Steele --- - Published: 2024-09-17 - Modified: 2024-09-17 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2015-issues/may-2015/ Digital Edition Download the May 2015 (PDF). In this Issue Circling the Volcanoes: Family Adventure in Nicaragua Michigan's Leelanau Touring with a Toddler BIke Share Boom Wrenching the Paradigm Road Test: Soma Saga Disc --- - Published: 2024-09-17 - Modified: 2024-09-17 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2015-issues/april-2015/ Digital Edition Download the April 2015 (PDF). In this Issue Cyclists' Travel Guide: The Drivetrain Dilemma, 29+, and more Riding Secret Slovenia Final Mile: The Rest of the Story EuroVelo Life Member Profile: Larry O'Reilly Fine Tuned: With or Without Tubes Road Test: Novara Mazama --- - Published: 2024-09-17 - Modified: 2024-09-17 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2015-issues/march-2015/ Digital Edition Download the March 2015 (PDF). In this Issue Spring Training in Texas Hill Country Oneida County Bicycle Travel Photo Contest Off the Map in Bosnia Profile: North Carolina Bike-Ped Travels with Willie Road Test: YiPsan Light Tourer --- - Published: 2024-09-17 - Modified: 2024-09-17 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2015-issues/february-2015/ Digital Edition Download the March 2015 (PDF). In this Issue Spring Training in Texas Hill Country Oneida County Bicycle Travel Photo Contest Off the Map in Bosnia Profile: North Carolina Bike-Ped Travels with Willie Road Test: YiPsan Light Tourer --- - Published: 2024-09-13 - Modified: 2024-09-13 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2019-issues/ December/January 2019 Maah Daah Hey Trail at 20; EuroVelo 6, Part 2; Cycling France with Mum; 'Toon Up, Profile: Bike Shop Girl Arleigh Greenwald; Road Tests: Surly Bridge Club and Ibis DV9; and more. October/November 2019 Transience along Eurovelo 6; Historic Innovations; Racing the Arkansas High Country Route; Road Test: Masi Speciale Randonneur; Tall and Small Bikes; Profile: Velo Orange; and more. August/September 2019 Final Mile Anthology; Ride for Mental Health; Book Report; Road Test: All-City Gorilla Monsoon; eBikes for Everyone; and more. July 2019 Seasons of Denali, I am Happiness, Surviving Bikerpelli, Eagle Scouts Across America, 'Toon Up, Road Test: Black Mountain Cycles MCD, and more. June 2019 Cycling with the Tsars, Rig for Dive, Siple Award for Young Adults, WTF Bikexplorers, Road Test: daVinci Tandem eBike, Open Road Gallery, and more. May 2019 10th Annual Bicycle Travel Photo Contest Winners, Riding the National Parks Part 4, Love and Light on the UGRR, Cyclesense, 'Toon Up, and more. April 2019 Touring with Type 1 Diabetes, Periods of Rain, Road to Nowhere, Annual Impact Report, Long Haul Truckers, Road Tests: Jamis Aurora Elite and Specialized Diverge. March 2019 Touring Bike Buyers Guide: Geometry, Gearing, Brakes, Fit, Glossary; Riding into the Future with the Past; Road Tests: Priority 600 and Ritchey Ultra; Touring in Arkansas, A Trike for Every Reason; Open Road Gallery; and more.   February 2019 Bison and Bridges in South Dakota; Alaska's Iditarod Trail; Bike and Barge in Québec; Travels with Willie; Profile: Florida's Bike Travel scene; Road test: Jones Plus SWB; Road... --- - Published: 2024-09-13 - Modified: 2024-09-13 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2019-issues/december-january-2019/ Digital Edition Download the December/January 2019 issue (PDF) In this Issue Maah Daah Hey Trail at 20 EuroVelo 6, Part 2 Cycling France with Mum 'Toon Up Profile: Bike Shop Girl Arleigh Greenwald Road Tests: Surly Bridge Club and Ibis DV9 Geared Up Open Road Gallery --- - Published: 2024-09-13 - Modified: 2024-09-13 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2019-issues/october-november-2019/ Digital Edition Download the October/November 2019 issue (PDF) In this Issue Transience along Eurovelo 6 Historic Innovations Racing the Arkansas High Country Route Road Test: Masi Speciale Randonneur Tall and Small Bikes Profile: Velo Orange; and more. Geared Up Open Road Gallery --- - Published: 2024-09-13 - Modified: 2024-09-13 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2019-issues/august-september-2019/ Digital Edition Download the August/September 2019 issue (PDF) In this Issue Final Mile Anthology Ride for Mental Health Book Report Road Test: All-City Gorilla Monsoon eBikes for Everyone Geared Up Open Road Gallery --- - Published: 2024-09-13 - Modified: 2024-09-13 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2019-issues/july-2019/ Digital Edition Download the July 2019 issue (PDF) In this Issue Seasons of Denali  I am Happiness Surviving Bikerpelli Eagle Scouts Across America 'Toon Up Road Test: Black Mountain Cycles MCD Geared Up Open Road Gallery --- - Published: 2024-09-13 - Modified: 2024-09-13 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2019-issues/june-2019/ Digital Edition Download the June 2019 issue (PDF) In this Issue Cycling with the Tsars Rig for Dive Siple Award for Young Adults WTF Bikexplorers Road Test: daVinci Tandem eBike Geared Up Open Road Gallery --- - Published: 2024-09-13 - Modified: 2024-09-13 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2019-issues/may-2019/ Digital Edition Download the May 2019 issue (PDF) In this Issue 10th Annual Bicycle Travel Photo Contest Winners Riding the National Parks Part 4 Love and Light on the UGRR This Pastor Wants You Riding a Bike Cyclesense Road Test: Bombtrack Arise Tour Road Test: Salsa Journeyman 'Toon Up Open Road Gallery --- - Published: 2024-09-13 - Modified: 2024-09-13 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2019-issues/april-2019/ Digital Edition Download the April 2019 issue (PDF) In this Issue Touring with Type 1 Diabetes Periods of Rain, Road to Nowhere Annual Impact Report Profile: Long Haul Truckers Final Mile: Mac McCoy at RAGBRAI Road Test: Jamis Aurora Elite Road Test: Specialized Diverge Open Road Gallery --- - Published: 2024-09-13 - Modified: 2024-09-13 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2019-issues/march-2019/ Digital Edition Download the March 2019 issue (PDF) In this Issue Touring Bike Buyers Guide: Geometry, Gearing, Brakes, Fit, Glossary Riding into the Future with the Past Road Test: Priority 600 and Road Test: Ritchey Ultra; Touring in Arkansas, Profile: A Trike for Every Reason  Open Road Gallery --- - Published: 2024-09-13 - Modified: 2024-09-13 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2019-issues/february-2019/ Digital Edition Download the February 2019 issue (PDF) In this Issue Bison and Bridges in South Dakota Alaska's Iditarod Trail Bike and Barge in Québec Travels with Willie Profile: Florida's Bike Travel scene Profile: Fat bikes Road test: Jones Plus SWB Road Test: Tern GSD  Open Road Gallery --- - Published: 2024-09-12 - Modified: 2024-09-12 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2021-issues/december-2021-january-2022/ Digital Edition Download the December 2021/January 2022 issue (PDF) In this Issue Unseasonal: cycling across Mongolia Get Fat This Winter: fat biking with Christina Grande Creating a Better Bike Industry: examining climate impact The WestFjords Way: a new route in Iceland Let's Stay Inn: Maryland's Allegheny Trail House Road Test: Juliana Wilder 'Toon Up; Geared Up --- - Published: 2024-09-12 - Modified: 2024-09-12 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2021-issues/october-november-2021/ Digital Edition Download the October/November 2021 issue (PDF) In this Issue Bicycle Odyssey Witches of Lancashire A Moveable Feast Henry Gold: Bike Tour Neoteric Cities for Bikes Road Test: Poseidon Redwood Book Report Geared Up Open Road Gallery --- - Published: 2024-09-12 - Modified: 2024-09-12 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2021-issues/august-september-2021/ Digital Edition Download the August/September 2021 issue (PDF) In this Issue Final Mile Anthology: Stories from the road Sometimes a Cookie is Enough: a bike tour from yore Green Mountain Gliding: the Velomont trail Have Couplers, Will Travel 'Toon Up Road Test: Hudski Doggler Geared Up Open Road Gallery --- - Published: 2024-09-12 - Modified: 2024-09-12 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2021-issues/july-2021/ Digital Edition Download the July 2021 issue (PDF) In this Issue See America Right: A TransAm Photo Essay Wild Beasts: Great Divide Tour Heavy Metal Ghost Tour: Abandoned Mines in Colorado Spoke'n Hostel Road Test: Ritchey Outback Geared Up Open Road Gallery --- - Published: 2024-09-12 - Modified: 2024-09-12 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2021-issues/june-2021/ Digital Edition Download the June 2021 issue (PDF) In this Issue A Tale of Two Annies: Annie Londonderry Wheels to Fortune: Klondike Gold Rush In the Path of Giants: Minnesota's Northwoods The Time Machine: a reflection on rim brakes Backpedaling into History Road Test: Rad Power Radwagon 4 Geared Up Open Road Gallery --- - Published: 2024-09-12 - Modified: 2025-05-12 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2021-issues/may-2021/ Digital Edition Download the May 2021 issue (PDF) In this Issue 12th Annual Bicycle Travel Photo Contest Brews & Bikes on the Green Mountain Gravel Growler Saying Goodbye to Summer BTW Photo Essay Profile: Po Campo Road Test: Why Wayward V2 Geared Up Open Road Gallery --- - Published: 2024-09-12 - Modified: 2024-09-12 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2021-issues/april-2021/ Digital Edition Download the April 2021 issue (PDF) In this Issue The Future is Electric: Back in the Saddle on eBikes Riding High on Highwheels Annual Impact Report Road Test: Specialized Turbo Como 3. 0 Profile: eBikes on Public Lands Geared Up Open Road Gallery --- - Published: 2024-09-12 - Modified: 2024-09-12 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2021-issues/march-2021/ Digital Edition Download the March 2021 issue (PDF) In this Issue Cyclists Travel Guide: New to You Used Bike Guide Water Please Profile: The Pro's Closet Profile: 718 Cyclery Road Test: Charge XC Geared Up Open Road Gallery --- - Published: 2024-09-12 - Modified: 2024-09-12 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2021-issues/february-2021/ Digital Edition Download the February 2021 issue (PDF) In this Issue Down But Not Out: Tours and events cope with COVID Age of Aquarius Final Mile: Keep Rolling Profile: A Zwift Kick Road Test: New Albion Privateer Geared Up Open Road Gallery --- - Published: 2024-09-12 - Modified: 2024-09-12 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2020-issues/february-2020/ Digital Edition Download the February 2020 issue (PDF) In this Issue ¿Por Que Puerto Rico? A Drop in the Bucket in California Toura Incognita Profile: Small Batch Builders Profile: Heinz Stücke Travels with Willie Road Test: Cannondale Topstone 105 Road Test: GT Grade Carbon Elite Open Road Gallery --- - Published: 2024-09-12 - Modified: 2024-09-12 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2020-issues/march-2020/ Digital Edition Download the March 2020 issue (PDF) In this Issue Cyclists Travel Guide: Touring Bike Buyers Guide  What's in a Wheel? 1x Drivetrains Tips for Creating Your Own Route Profile: Velofix; Geared Up Road Test: Niner MCR 9 RDO Open Road Gallery --- - Published: 2024-09-12 - Modified: 2024-09-12 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2020-issues/april-2020/ Digital Edition Download the April 2020 issue (PDF) In this Issue Switching Places Self-Sufficient(-ish) Reunion Ride Adventure Cycling Annual Impact Report Profile: Ortlieb Road Test: Rawland Ulv Open Road Gallery --- - Published: 2024-09-12 - Modified: 2024-09-12 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2020-issues/may-2020/ Digital Edition Download the May 2020 issue (PDF) In this Issue 11th Annual Photo Contest Winners Jordan Bike Trail True Companions Across America Profile: Black Girls Do Bike Road Test: Surly Wednesday Open Road Gallery --- - Published: 2024-09-12 - Modified: 2024-09-12 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2020-issues/june-2020/ Digital Edition Download the June 2020 issue (PDF) In this Issue First-time tourists in Hokkaido Pickwick Bicycle Club Turns 150 Healing Waters: Momoko Saunders Profile: Topanga Creek Outpost Road Test: Catrike Eola Member Survey Results Open Road Gallery --- - Published: 2024-09-12 - Modified: 2024-09-12 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2020-issues/july-2020/ Digital Edition Download the July 2020 issue (PDF) In this Issue Revisiting the Pacific Coast Route A Coddiwomple through the Czech Republic Last Chances in Laos Profile: Fundraising Rides in the Age of COVID Road Test: Surly Disc Trucker Open Road Gallery --- - Published: 2024-09-12 - Modified: 2024-09-12 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2020-issues/august-september-2020/ Digital Edition Download the Aug/Sept 2020 issue (PDF) In this Issue Final Mile Anthology: Five Essays from the Open Road Strong as an Oaks The Surprise Boom Road Test: Marin Gestalt X10 Open Road Gallery --- - Published: 2024-09-12 - Modified: 2024-09-12 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2020-issues/october-november-2020/ Digital Edition Download the Oct. /Nov. 2020 issue (PDF) In this Issue Gravel Road to Damascus on the TransVirginia Route Closing the Loop on the Golden Circle Route Going Solo in the Sandhills The Time is Now in Tacoma Road Test: BULLS Lacuba Evo Lite Open Road Gallery --- - Published: 2024-09-12 - Modified: 2024-09-12 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2020-issues/december-2020-january-2021/ Digital Edition Download the Dec. 2020/Jan. 2021 issue (PDF) In this Issue A Stroke of Luck Bringing the Nephews Along Nine Years on the East Coast Greenway Travels with Willie: Goathead Warriors Profile: Virginia Tech Helmet Lab Road Test: Kona Libre DL Open Road Gallery --- - Published: 2024-09-05 - Modified: 2024-09-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2024-issues/september-october-2024/ Digital Edition Download the September/October 2024 issue. In this Issue The Year of the Velocipede: How “touring” (and a few wealthy riders) saved the bicycle Good Seeds: Cycling Central Washington during the apple harvest The Quest for Good Roads: How an odd coupling of farmers and cyclists kickstarted the movement for better byways in the U. S. Riding Among the Relics: Exploring the remnants of early America in southeastern Connecticut Which Way? : Thru-riding the Blue Ridge Parkway Waypoints Be Here Now Camp Kitchen Good Fit Traveling Ernestly Road Test: Kona Rove Road Test: New Albion Drake Geared Up Mechanical Advantage Saddle Up Open Road Gallery --- - Published: 2024-08-01 - Modified: 2024-09-10 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/join/thank-you/ Welcome to the Adventure Cycling community! Your membership will be processed shortly. In the meantime, sign up for a My Adventure Cycling account by clicking on the “Sign In” button at the top of this page. In your account, you can update your contact info and check on orders and tours sign ups. You’ll also need it to start accessing all your awesome online benefits — including partner discounts from hundreds of leading brands. For members at the Digital Hub level and above, you’ll want an account so you can read digital issues of Adventure Cyclist here. If you’re new to Adventure Cycling, expect a short series of membership on-boarding emails explaining your member benefits and how to use them. If you previously had an account but haven’t signed into it since March 1, 2024, you’ll need to make a new one with the email address you use for your membership. Sorry for the inconvenience! Here are instructions on creating an account. Questions? Send us an email at memberships@adventurecycling. org or call us at (800) 755-2453 Happy adventures! --- - Published: 2024-08-01 - Modified: 2024-09-10 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/membership/renew-membership/thank-you/ Welcome to the Adventure Cycling community! Your membership will be processed shortly. In the meantime, sign up for a My Adventure Cycling account by clicking on the “Sign In” button at the top of this page. In your account, you can update your contact info and check on orders and tours sign ups. You’ll also need it to start accessing all your awesome online benefits — including partner discounts from hundreds of leading brands. For members at the Digital Hub level and above, you’ll want an account so you can read digital issues of Adventure Cyclist here. If you’re new to Adventure Cycling, expect a short series of membership on-boarding emails explaining your member benefits and how to use them. 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Send us an email at memberships@adventurecycling. org or call us at (800) 755-2453 Happy adventures! --- - Published: 2024-07-25 - Modified: 2025-12-09 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/guided-tours/inn-to-inn-tours/puerto-rico-inn-to-inn/ Puerto Rico - Adventure Cycling Association Skip to content Sign In 0 Adventure Cycling Association Join Renew Donate Follow Ride With Us Shop Search: 0 Sign In Join Renew Donate Members About News Mission Diversity and Justice Organization Advocacy Contact Us Follow Newsletters Magazine Podcast Navigate Routes Maps U.S. Bicycle Route System Short Routes Experience Guided Tours In-Person Events Campfire Chats Companions Wanted 50th Anniversary Events Shop Support Join Give Our 2026 Fundraising Goal Blog Search: Join Renew Donate About News Mission Diversity and Justice Organization Advocacy Contact Us Follow Newsletters Magazine Podcast Navigate Routes Maps Updates U.S. Bicycle Route System Short Routes Experience Guided Tours In-Person Events Campfire Chats Companions Wanted 50th Anniversary Events Shop Support Join Give Our 2026 Fundraising Goal Blog Sign In Puerto Rico Explore history in the tropics Daniel Wood Price : $4,299 Surface : Paved Duration : 12 days Support : Inn to Inn × Level Of Support - Inn to Inn On Adventure Cycling’s inn-to-inn self-contained trips, riders carry their gear, but there’s a lot less of it because participants stay in hotels and eat in restaurants every night, no camping or group cooking gear is needed. Learn More Difficulty : Level 4 × Physical Difficulty - Level 4 A tour for someone looking to push themselves on their adventure. Average mileage between 45 and 60 miles per day, with a variety of terrain. Longer mileage days will typically have more rolling terrain, while shorter mileage days will have hilly or mountainous terrain. Average daily elevation gain between... --- - Published: 2024-06-27 - Modified: 2024-06-27 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/inquiry-forms-ads/get-your-map-catalog-meta/ Free Guide to Bicycle Routes & Maps Plan and navigate your adventure with maps designed for bicycle travel. Discover all of our bicycle routes and the well-crafted maps that will guide you on your adventure. Simplify trip planning and create your own adventure by piecing together routes or map sections. Learn about our unique map features, such as regional facts, weather charts, and riding conditions. --- - Published: 2024-06-27 - Modified: 2024-06-27 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/inquiry-forms-ads/get-your-map-catalog-google/ Free Guide to Bicycle Routes & Maps Plan and navigate your adventure with maps designed for bicycle travel. Discover all of our bicycle routes and the well-crafted maps that will guide you on your adventure. Simplify trip planning and create your own adventure by piecing together routes or map sections. Learn about our unique map features, such as regional facts, weather charts, and riding conditions. --- - Published: 2024-06-27 - Modified: 2025-12-03 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/inquiry-forms-ads/grab-a-free-tour-catalog-meta/ Explore 2026 guided trips, weekend getaways, long-distance rides, and bikepacking-style adventures. Whether you’re dreaming of a relaxed four-day getaway or an ambitious coast-to-coast ride, Adventure Cycling’s 2026 Guided Tours Brochure brings every option together in one place. Compare routes, trip styles, difficulty levels, terrain, pacing, and support options so you can choose the riding experience that fits your adventure goals. What Riders Say “I feel an incredible sense of accomplishment after my epic tour, and a bond with the people who shared the journey. This was one for the ages, a bucket-list ride that I'll never forget. ” -Virginia, Tour Participant   Complete the form below and we'll mail you our latest Guided Bicycle Tours Brochure. We hope you'll join us — it just may change your life! All 2026 tour listings and details are also available on the website.   --- - Published: 2024-06-27 - Modified: 2026-03-09 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/inquiry-forms-ads/grab-a-free-issue-meta/ Feed your appetite for adventure near and far! Adventure Cyclist Magazine features trip reports that inspire and help you plan, bike and gear reviews to gear you up, and tales of journeys both epic and overnight. It’s the longest-running magazine dedicated to bicycle travel. This award-winning publication is available for members as a thank you for their support. Consider becoming a member today. Request an issue with the form below, and we’ll email and mail you a recent copy. --- - Published: 2024-06-27 - Modified: 2024-06-27 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/inquiry-forms-ads/guide-to-planning-your-adventure-google/ Start Planning Your Adventure Today Download our FREE Guide to Planning Your Bicycle Adventure Easy-to-Follow Approach We take the complexity and guesswork out of the planning process so you can focus on preparing for the adventure ahead. Authored by Experts Experienced bicycle travelers, Mac McCoy and Alex Strickland, gather their best planning tips and techniques in one guide.   Helpful Tools With checklists, charts, and space for notes, our guide makes sure the trip you plan is the best adventure for you. --- - Published: 2024-06-26 - Modified: 2024-09-11 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2024-issues/july-august-2024/ BODY Digital Edition Download the July/August 2024 issue. In this Issue 15th Annual Photo Contest: The year’s best images, from the Australian outback to the fjords of Norway Cycling at the Edge of the World: Steep hills and ræst meat in the Faroe Islands The Hard Way: How Agile Rascal combined theater and bike travel Art of Being a Stranger: Finding trail magic in Mexico Escape From Winter: Spain’s Canary Islands offer a warm respite and the delights of Spanish cuisine Waypoints Be Here Now Camp Kitchen Good Fit Traveling Ernestly Road Test: Decathlon Riverside Triban GRVL 900 Ti Road Test: Kona Sutra LTD Geared Up Mechanical Advantage Saddle Up Open Road Gallery --- - Published: 2024-06-20 - Modified: 2024-06-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/routes-and-maps/map-updates-and-corrections/ Updates to Recently Released Maps If you are planning a bike tour, be sure to get the most recent map updates and corrections for your route by selecting the route, and the appropriate section(s), from the drop-down menu below. Over time maps become less useful because things change. Every year Adventure Cycling's Routes and Mapping Department create map updates and corrections for every map in the Adventure Cycling Route Network, which now totals 52,066 miles. With the help of touring cyclists like you, we receive updates on routing, services, camping, and contact information. Until we can reprint the map with the new information, we verify the suggested changes and publish corrections and updates here on our website. PLEASE NOTE: Covid has been particularly hard on the small businesses along our routes. While we do our best to keep the maps and these online updates current, you may encounter more closed businesses and longer stretches with limited or no services. Refer to these updates for the most current information we have and submit reports of changes to the Route Feedback Form for the cyclists coming after you. NOTE: Map updates and corrections only pertain to long term changes and updates. For short term road closures, please see the Adventure Cycling's Routes Temporary Road Closures discussion in our Forums. --- - Published: 2024-06-05 - Modified: 2024-06-05 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/routes-and-maps/route-alerts/western-express-section-4-bridge-closure/ We want to make you aware of a significant bridge closure that will have an impact on your travels if you're planning to ride these routes soon. The bridge over Blue Mesa Reservoir on US 50 (Western Express Section 4, Map #51 and Great Parks South Section 2, Map #15, just east of Sapinero, CO) is closed to all traffic after inspectors found anomalies in the bridge’s structure during a safety inspection. The closure is in place between US 50 Mile Point 136 and 140. Read more on Colorado Department of Transportation’s (CDOT) website. Unfortunately, there are no easy detours for bicyclists around the closure. Cycling on the local access route, County Road 26, during the designated travel times is strongly discouraged, but not prohibited. Paved detours around the bridge closure are 300+ miles. If you are willing and able to cycle on portions of unpaved roads at high elevation, there are some unofficial detours posted on our forums that cut the detour length in half. These detours are created by the cycling community and have not been vetted by our Routes Department, so ride at your own risk. Currently, CDOT’s goal is to restore “limited vehicle access” on the US 50 Blue Mesa Bridge by July 4th, 2024, if all the necessary steps can be completed without delays. It has not been determined yet if bicycles will be included as part of the limited vehicle access. Check for updates on bicycle access over the bridge at Colorado Department of... --- - Published: 2024-06-03 - Modified: 2026-03-09 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/campaigns/fundraising-giveaway-rules/ During the promotional period of each campaign, individuals who complete the required action, such as registering for an event, joining or renewing membership, making a donation, or participating as otherwise specified, will be automatically entered into that campaign’s giveaway. Each campaign will have its own entry window, prize list, and promotional details published on the campaign webpage or in official materials. Campaigns may include, but are not limited to, membership drives, fundraising initiatives, route launches, or event registrations. Refer to Section 2 “NO PURCHASE NECESSARY” below for alternative entry methods. Current Campaigns: 2026 Drop-in Rides: Register for the TransAm, Great Divide, or Golden Gravel Drop-in Ride for a chance to win a bike or gear! Entry Window: Oct. 27, 2025 - March 15, 2026 (Ends at 11:59 PM MDT) 2026 Spring Member Drive: Renew your membership for a chance to win! Entry Window: March 19-April 19, 2026 (Ends at 11:59 PM MDT) How to Enter To be automatically entered, complete the qualifying action for the campaign during its designated entry period. Examples include: - Joining or renewing membership - Registering for a ride or event - Making a donation - Completing a form, survey, or other specified action Each campaign’s timeframe and prize details will be announced in its promotional materials. Entries must be received before the campaign’s closing date to qualify. No Purchase Necessary No purchase, payment, donation, or other form of consideration (including registration, membership, or completion of a form or survey) is necessary to enter or win.... --- - Published: 2024-05-09 - Modified: 2026-03-14 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/thank-you/ Thank you! --- - Published: 2024-05-08 - Modified: 2024-09-11 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2024-issues/may-june-2024/ BODY Digital Edition Download the May/June 2024 issue. In this Issue REANIMATOR: Saving the planet, one patched pannier at a time Ultra-Distance Eco-Insistence: From the Plastic Resistance to No Fly events and beyond, ultra-distance cycling is catching up with the eco-times Grayson Gravel: The newest hot spot for world-class riding may be in the world’s oldest mountains Pedal On, Stay Dry: There’s no such thing as bad weather, just badly cared-for gear The Outer Limits: Wildlife, whisky, medieval castles, and gorgeous beaches await on Scotland’s Hebridean Way Waypoints Be Here Now Camp Kitchen Good Fit Traveling Ernestly Road Test: Surly Grappler Road Test: Carver Ti All-Road Geared Up Mechanical Advantage Saddle Up Open Road Gallery --- - Published: 2024-05-02 - Modified: 2026-05-06 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/support/thank-you/ Success! We are grateful for your generous donation. Your gift provides the tools and resources necessary to continue on in our mission to make bike travel accessible and exceptional. When you support Adventure Cycling, you are propelling the bike travel movement that is transforming lives and communities for the better. We’ll process your credit card and a receipt will be emailed to you promptly. From all of us at Adventure Cycling, Thank YOU! Please note: Gifts to Adventure Cycling Association are deductible for income tax purposes within IRS regulations. (No goods or services were provided in exchange for this contribution. ) If you donated $250 or more and would like to receive the free gift item(s) as a token of our appreciation, please click here. We are not able to ship gifts internationally at this time. --- - Published: 2024-03-22 - Modified: 2024-03-22 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/routes-and-maps/route-alerts/great-divide-mountain-bike-route-active-logging-notice/ May 2022 Logging activity is occurring along a 23-mile stretch in the Swan River State Forest. It began in 2019 will last indefinitely. There will be heavy logging traffic and they expect 20-30 trucks coming through daily. We highly recommend the following detour. Southbound it begins at and rejoins the route at . Though the existing route will be open, State Forest personnel want to minimize any potential conflicts between cyclists and truck traffic. The detour takes cyclists along unpaved roads on the east side of SR 83. It includes a total of 4. 8 mi. of riding on SR 83. You can view the detour here: ridewithgps. com/routes/29920687 For more information on this situation or others that may crop up, visit our Temporary ACA Route Road Closure Forum discussion at: advcy. link/tempclosforum and be sure to check for other Map Updates & Corrections before you leave at advcy. link/mapupdates --- - Published: 2024-03-22 - Modified: 2024-03-22 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/routes-and-maps/route-alerts/southern-tier-section-6-major-detour-pearl-river-bridge/ Major Detour Alert The West Pearl River Bridge (map #87, west of Pearlington, Louisiana) is indefinitely closed to all traffic after inspectors found significant deterioration of the deck supports during a routine inspection. Read the DOT’s emergency announcement here. There are no easy detours around the closure for bicyclists. One option is to get a ride or rent a vehicle to drive across I-10 using the posted vehicle detour. Bicyclists are prohibited from riding on I-10 and I-59. Another option is to ride a 117-mile detour between Slidell, Louisana and Pass Christian, Mississippi. This detour crosses the Pearl River near Bogalusa, Louisiana. The highways in Louisiana generally have good shoulders, but the highways in Mississippi have narrow to non-existent shoulders. We tried to use backroads as much as possible. Maps of the detour: Eastbound Detour Map Westbound Detour Map You may have already ridden the Southern Tier, and this alert no longer concerns you.  Please feel free to share this information with your cycling community.    For more information on this situation, visit our Temporary ACA Route Road Closure Forum discussion. Be sure to check for other Map Updates and Corrections on all our routes before you leave for a trip. Safe riding, The Adventure Cycling Routes & Mapping Department --- - Published: 2024-03-19 - Modified: 2024-09-11 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2024-issues/march-april-2024/ BODY Digital Edition Download the March/April 2024 issue. In this Issue Here for This: An itinerant woman hits the road to find herself, only to learn she’s been there all along Trans Andean: Crossing a continent for ordinary mortals Blazing the Trans Dinarica: The first cycle route connecting the entire Western Balkans Denmark Coast to Coast: What this Scandinavian country lacks in breadth and elevation, it makes up for in amenities and natural beauty Biking to Botallack: A charming trip around the Penwith Peninsula connects the present and past Just Soap: Having pedaled across the continent years ago, a Massachusetts man now spins his crank for commerce Waypoints Be Here Now Camp Kitchen Good Fit Traveling Ernestly Road Test: Surly Preamble Road Test: Tumbleweed Stargazer Geared Up Mechanical Advantage Saddle Up Open Road Gallery --- - Published: 2024-03-18 - Modified: 2024-03-18 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/routes-and-maps/route-alerts/ Current Route Alerts Major Detour on Southern Tier Section 1 --- - Published: 2024-03-18 - Modified: 2024-03-18 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/routes-and-maps/route-alerts/major-detour-on-southern-tier-section-1/ I’m reaching out to you because in the last 2 years you bought a Southern Tier Section 1 route map or GPX data, or the Southern Tier Map Set or GPX data. I wanted to make you aware of a major detour in eastern California and western Arizona between El Centro, CA, and Peoria, AZ. On the print map this affects panels 5 to 15. It is 16. 4 miles shorter than the main route. Here is the link. This detour avoids the winding, narrow, and hilly SR 78, and the associated truck and recreational traffic hazards between Brawley and Blythe, CA. Eastbound, it leaves the main route just east of El Centro, at the intersection of Old Hwy. 111 and E. Evan Hewes Hwy. /CR S80, passes near the full service town of Yuma, includes approximately 45 mi. of interstate riding, and rejoins the existing ST #1 in Peoria in the Phoenix metro area. Westbound, in Peoria, it begins at the Rio Vista Community Park and follows the New River Trail and city streets south through urban areas to SR 85, then I-8. You will ride on interstate shoulders, frontage roads, highways, county roads, city streets, and the New River Trail. Plan your riding days carefully. There are very limited services along the detour, especially along 86 mi. of interstate and frontage roads from Wellton to Gila Bend. The California cities of Holtville and Winterhaven, and the Arizona cities of Tacna and Dateland have partial services. Wellton, Gila Bend,... --- - Published: 2024-03-14 - Modified: 2024-09-11 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2022-issues/august-september-2022/ BODY Digital Edition Download the August/September 2022 issue (PDF) In this Issue Final Mile Anthology: six vignettes of bicycle travel By Bike where East meets West: touring Armenia Paint it Black Road Test: Marin Pine Mountain 2 Geared Up Open Road Gallery --- - Published: 2024-03-14 - Modified: 2024-09-11 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2022-issues/july-2022/ BODY Digital Edition Download the July 2022 issue (PDF) In this Issue Little Wheels, Big Smiles: Grins and OH! s on the C&O Week of Women: An International Gathering in the Spanish Lapland BB and Me: Shifting to Adaptive Cycling Generational Joy: A First-Generation Korean American's Bikepacking Experience Joy Machine: Pedaling into the Climate (un)Controlled Future Road Test: Ritchey Ascent 'Toon Up Geared Up Open Road Gallery --- - Published: 2024-03-14 - Modified: 2024-09-11 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2022-issues/june-2022/ BODY Digital Edition Download the June 2022 issue (PDF) In this Issue A Monumental Travesty: Vive Pierre Lallement! Stalward & Strong Back into View: Revisiting Katahdin Riding on the Science Road Test: Velo Orange Polyvalent Low Kicker Geared Up Open Road Gallery --- - Published: 2024-03-14 - Modified: 2024-09-11 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2022-issues/may-2022/ BODY Digital Edition Download the May 2022 issue (PDF) In this Issue One World, Different Realities Bicycle Travel Photo Contest I Was a Human Cuy Slow Roll on the Sheyenne Scenic Byway Nature's Classroom Scenes from the Saddle Road Test: Otso Warakin Stainless Geared Up Open Road Gallery --- - Published: 2024-03-14 - Modified: 2024-09-11 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2022-issues/april-2022/ BODY Digital Edition Download the April 2022 issue (PDF) In this Issue Epicurean Cruise Foraging for Good Stretching Our Limits 16 to 60 in 6 Weeks The New Freedom Trail Swifty Business Annual Impact Report Road Test: State 4130 All-Road Geared Up Open Road Gallery --- - Published: 2024-03-14 - Modified: 2024-09-11 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2022-issues/march-2022/ BODY Digital Edition Download the March 2022 issue (PDF) In this Issue The Longest Night All the Bikes that COVID Can't Buy Stuck in the Parts Bin With You Take Me Home, Country Roads Over the Hill from Far Away The Green Hug; Road Test: Kona Unit X 'Toon Up Geared Up Open Road Gallery --- - Published: 2024-03-14 - Modified: 2024-09-11 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2022-issues/february-2022/ BODY Digital Edition Download the February 2022 issue (PDF) In this Issue Basque-ing in Hometown Glory Carpa Diem: bikepacking the Carpathians Sown of Salt & Wind: returning home to Oklahoma Notes from Pakistan When in Doubt, Pedal Bouncing Back Road Test: Ibis Ripley AF Road Test: Alchemy Ronin Geared Up Open Road Gallery --- - Published: 2024-03-13 - Modified: 2024-09-11 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2022-issues/december-2022-january-2023/ BODY Digital Edition View and download the December 2022/January 2023 issue. In this Issue Keep Spinning: cycling through a lymphoma diagnosis Motherland: returning home to Nigeria Cycle Therapy: a firefighter takes to his bike to find peace of mind Over the Edge: what happens to our brains when we (try to) pedal away our problems Abbey's Ride for Life Waypoints Road Test: Moots Routt ESC Geared Up Community Impact Profile Open Road Gallery --- - Published: 2024-03-13 - Modified: 2024-09-11 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2022-issues/october-november-2022/ BODY Digital Edition View and download the October/November 2022 issue. In this Issue Frank Lenz: The Lost Cyclist Demons, Downhills, and Dal Bhat: mountain biking the ancient roads of Nepal The Centaur of the Arctic: Gleb Travin Peacing it Together: Lynn Salvo makes peace with the U. S. Final Mile Waypoints Road Test: Salsa Journeyer GRX 600 650B Geared Up Community Impact Profile Open Road Gallery --- - Published: 2024-03-12 - Modified: 2024-10-08 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/adventure-cyclist/adventure-cyclist-online/2024-issues/ November 1, 2024 November/December 2024 Final Mile Anthology September 1, 2024 September/October 2024 The History Issue July 1, 2024 July/August 2024 The Photo Issue May 1, 2024 May/June 2024 Tech Campout Pack it! Patch it! Wash it! Bop it! 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Bicycle Route 50 (Pennsylvania) Three Rivers Heritage Trail (Pennsylvania) Pittsburg Bike Map (Pennsylvania) BicyclePA Route V (Pennsylvania) Lehigh Gorge Trail (Pennsylvania) Orange Heritage Trail (New... --- --- ## Posts - Published: 2026-05-27 - Modified: 2026-05-27 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/cycling-gear-we-love/ - Categories: Staff, Touring Gear and Tips - Tags: Bikes and Gear - Authors: Adventure Cycling Staff From your helmet to your butt and your handlebar bag to your taillight, these 8 pieces of cycling gear have you covered. Route Werks' Big Handlebar Bag Courtesy of Route Werks Route Werks The Big Handlebar Bag, $230 Thanks to an optional five-panel insert with easily repositioned velcro dividers ($40), The Big Handlebar Bag can be packed as neatly as any bento box. So, why didn’t I? Because after years of bike bags whose limited volume and frustratingly flappy openings often necessitated stopping to unpack everything to access anything, it was a joy to simply pop open The Big Handlebar Bag and rummage through its cavernous, six-liter main compartment. And the rigid lid — which features a latch lock and three spots for mounting phones, bike computers, cameras, and other tech — meant it stayed wide open so that said rummaging could happen on the move, no matter how sloppy my packing job. —Nicholas Hunt Allen Smart Suction Bike Rack Courtesy of Allen Allen Smart Suction Bike Rack, $600 Allen’s Smart Suction Bike Rack isn’t the only bike carrier to use suction, but it is the only one with a dedicated smartphone app that monitors each touchpoint’s holding power — and alerts you if something’s at risk of going sideways (literally). Quick and easy to mount to your vehicle, especially glass-roofed models like Teslas, the front wheel-off system fits quick-release and thruaxle forks, and features an adjustable rear wheel tray to dial in the fit. For the security-minded, it also... --- - Published: 2026-05-15 - Modified: 2026-05-27 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/am-i-too-old-to-bike-tour/ - Categories: Brielle Wacker, Epic Tours, Fully Supported, Plan - Tags: Ask A Tour Leader, Guided Tours, Health, Planning, Touring Basics - Authors: Brielle Wacker The Breakdown: The biggest obstacle for most people is self-doubt, not age or fitness. Bike touring is possible at almost any age: riders in their 70s and 80s regularly complete long-distance tours. Consistency and commitment matter more than speed or athleticism: being comfortable riding 3–4 hours a day is often enough to tour. Bike tours are highly flexible: you can choose shorter mileage, frequent breaks, motels instead of camping, or e-bikes for extra support. Gradual preparation is key: build base mileage before your trip, start with easier days, and schedule regular rest days. Dear Having Doubts About Getting Off the Couch, You’re not alone in having these concerns. Many people ask themselves these same questions about physical preparedness. Some are able to push through these doubts and find their way down the road. Others end up choosing the path of least resistance and decide not to start at all. If you’re pretty sure you don’t want the latter, let’s see what’s realistic for you, starting with age. There is something to be said for age being just a number. I have toured with folks in their 70s and even 80s, and I never doubted their ability or commitment. Granted, these are folks who have been active, sometimes very active, their entire lives. Many of them would even argue that bike touring is what has helped keep them in great shape. They were also doing camping tours, so it wasn’t just cycling they’d committed to, but also sleeping in tents and... --- - Published: 2026-05-11 - Modified: 2026-05-27 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/minnesota-north-shore-cycling-guide/ - Categories: Adventure Cyclist Online Extras, Bikepacking & Off-Road Touring, blog, Explore, Midwest, Stephanie Pearson - Authors: Stephanie Pearson Outdoor athletes have always been drawn to Duluth. The historic port city on the western tip of Lake Superior has a network of hiking, nordic skiing, and mountain biking trails within five minutes of nearly every house in the city. Twenty years ago, however, if a cyclist wanted to ride the 150 miles northeast to the Canadian border, they would have had to take U. S. Highway 61. For decades, it was a narrow two-lane road that followed the contours of the massive inland sea on one side and thick, rolling boreal forest on the other. It was drop-dead gorgeous and, thanks to nearly nonexistent shoulders, it was also potentially deadly. Highway 61 has since improved, with passing lanes and the creation of the paved Gitchi-Gami State Trail, which runs 86 miles from Two Harbors to Grand Marais. But why ride near speeding cars when there are hundreds of miles of unpaved gravel roads hidden in that rolling wood? This web of mostly one- and two-lane Forest Service tracts in Superior National Forest was largely undiscovered by cyclists until Jeremy Kershaw. A self-described “graveleer” and emergency room nurse in Duluth, Kershaw first explored the region in the early aughts while developing a race he hoped would be on par with the Almanzo 100, a nowiconic event that helped introduce the gravel craze to the masses. Seventeen years later, Kershaw’s 105-mile “Heck of the North” is an icon in its own right, and it’s just one of four races that he... --- - Published: 2026-05-05 - Modified: 2026-05-27 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/take-action-bike-advocacy-issues/ - Categories: blog, Building Bicycle Tourism, Building the U.S. Bicycle Route System, Maria Vargas, Support - Tags: Advocacy, Amtrak, Support, sustainable travel - Authors: Maria Vargas The Breakdown: Bike advocacy is more important than ever Bike advocacy improves safety and infrastructure: Better bike lanes, road design, and traffic policies come directly from cyclist input. Cycling routes boost local economies: Bike tourism generates major spending and supports small communities. Public lands protection keeps routes open: Trails and bicycle touring networks depend on continued access and funding. Transit access enables bike travel: Bike-friendly trains and transit expand long-distance and car-free bicycle travel options. Public input shapes real decisions: Quick actions like emails or surveys can directly influence infrastructure and policy. Most cyclists don’t think of themselves as advocates. But you probably want a smooth shoulder on your commute, a quiet road for Saturday miles, and a campsite on public lands at the end of a long day of touring or bikepacking. Every one of those things exists because someone pushed for it. Bike advocacy is the quiet scaffolding under every ride, and you don’t need a clipboard to engage in it. Even a single email or survey response goes a long way towards safer streets and bike infrastructure, protecting public lands access, increasing mass transit options that make bike tourism possible, and building bicycle routes that fund local economies. And, whether you’re a bike commuter or a cross-country tourer, the lift is probably lighter than you realize. 1. Safer Streets and Bike Infrastructure The width of a bike lane, the depth of a rumble strip, the speed limit on a rural highway — none of these things are... --- - Published: 2026-05-04 - Modified: 2026-05-27 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/weekend-bikepacking-tour-adventure/ - Categories: Bikepacking & Off-Road Touring, blog, Inspire, Laura Killingbeck, Southwest - Tags: Arizona, Bikepacking, Inspiration, Short Routes, Southwest - Authors: Laura Killingbeck Our journey began in a flurry of barely-contained madness, which is normal for me. In the span of a weekend, I had moved out of my apartment, packed for our bike trip, and finished three lingering work assignments. I ran around the house, shoving things into boxes. By Sunday the car was packed, and we peeled out of the driveway in the direction of Mexico. We ran a few errands south of the border, then headed back north towards our bikepacking route. It was March — normally a great time to bikepack in southern Arizona — but unfortunately, our trip coincided with a massive heat wave. The meteorologist called it a heat dome and said we’d be trapped inside it for at least a week while temperatures soared to 100 degrees. Our current route would take us through open fields and desert, with little or no shade. Instead, we pulled over at a river to eat lunch and contemplate our fate. Finally, we decided on a Plan B: Instead of staying in southern Arizona, we’d drive to Globe, east of Phoenix, and explore some dirt roads at a higher elevation. That area had more trees and would probably be a lot cooler. If we kept driving, we’d be there in just a few hours. Arriving after dark, we turned onto a steep, winding forest road. At the top we found a beautiful, rustic campsite. We set up the tent in a grove of pines, snuggled into our sleeping bags, and... --- - Published: 2026-04-13 - Modified: 2026-05-27 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/2026-national-bike-summit-recap/ - Categories: blog, Building Bicycle Tourism, Ellie Zachary and Haydin Grotz, Staff, Support - Tags: Amtrak, Inspiration, Support - Authors: Ellie Zachary and Haydin Grotz In March, we represented Adventure Cycling at the League of American Bicyclists’ National Bike Summit in Washington, D. C. And it was nothing short of energizing. From chatting with advocates from across the country to riding the city’s bike infrastructure to meeting directly with policymakers, the event reinforced just how powerful the movement for safer, more connected cycling truly is. Sometimes our work can feel a little niche, like you’re a “bike nerd” and not everyone gets it. But being in a room full of people who do get it was a reminder that this movement is so much bigger than we can often see. Here are a few of our biggest takeaways. A National Community, All in One Place The authors in front of the U. S. Capitol Ellie Zachary One of the summit’s most striking features was the sheer scale of representation. Advocates from 44 states plus D. C. brought perspectives from their communities. Sharing space with so many passionate people made one thing clear: This is not a niche movement — it’s a national one. And it’s growing. Tabling was a major highlight. We connected with longtime advocates, new riders just discovering this work, and organizations making an impact across the bike ecosystem. The latter included Ticket to Ride’s efforts to help more people, especially those in rural areas, commute by bike and Bike the North Country’s work to secure more funding for cycling infrastructure in New Hampshire. These conversations reinforced how broad, diverse, and down right... --- - Published: 2026-04-06 - Modified: 2026-05-27 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/bike-touring-morocco/ - Categories: Explore, Hollie Ernest, Inspire - Tags: africa, around the world, Epic Adventures, People, Places - Authors: Hollie Ernest Heavy February clouds blanketed the sky as we wound through Marrakech in a taxi. Bus stops sported ugly, peeling posters, and donkey carts sat stalled on the shoulders. Diesel fumes hung heavy, and countless men on squat 100cc motorbikes wove through the sluggish traffic. We’d flown out of Kenya the night before. After exiting the cab, my husband, Tom, and I awkwardly loaded our boxed bikes onto a handcart because vehicles are not usually allowed in medinas, the historic hearts of Morocco’s medieval cities. Our guesthouse owner met us at one of the worn city gates that breached the medina’s stone walls. Women in colorful headscarves crowded the streets as he led us through the maze of narrow alleys. We soon entered a market square filled with pyramids of fresh oranges, lemons, and pomegranates. Adjacent stalls displayed towers of rainbow-hued spices: curry, paprika, oregano, and even saffron, which is worth its weight in gold. Other booths sold nuts and syrup-covered sweets. Yet more merchants hawked handmade wool rugs, clothing, and all manner of household items. Every inch of cacophonous space was in use, and our eyes were wide. Because I was still fatigued and underweight from my illnesses in Rwanda, we mapped out a cautiously flat route that connected the imperial cities of Meknes, Fes, Chefchaouen, and Tetouan. Dates and slow-cooked, stew-like tagines were helping me regain strength, and I hoped that trend would continue during our month riding in northern Africa. Once we reached the north coast, we’d cross... --- - Published: 2026-03-30 - Modified: 2026-05-27 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/ryan-van-duzer-favorite-gear/ - Categories: Bicycle Travel Gear, Bike & Gear Reviews, Bikepacking & Off-Road Touring, blog, Inspire, Nicholas Hunt, Touring Gear and Tips - Tags: Bikepacking, Bikepacking Basics, Bikes and Gear, Culture History and Humor, Great Divide Mountain Bike Route, Rocky Mountains - Authors: Nicholas Hunt This summer, endurance rider and internet personality Ryan Van Duzer is celebrating Adventure Cycling’s 50th birthday with a cruise down the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route. And we do mean cruise. Unlike his previous GDMBR rides, this one isn’t a race. “I’m definitely going to enjoy the views a bit more,” he says. Still, a cruise for Van Duzer means starting in Jasper, Alberta, sometime around the summer solstice and arriving in Antelope Wells, New Mexico, just four to seven weeks later. Think you can keep up? Van Duzer is inviting cyclists to say hi or join him on the trail for a few hours or a few days, max, as part of Adventure Cycling’s 50th Anniversary Drop-in Rides — our three self-supported community rides of the TransAmerica Trail, Golden Gravel Trail, and GDMBR this cycling season. “I’m not a tour leader,” he says, laughing. So be prepared to be self-sufficient, self-motivated, and able to match his pace. To help you track Van Duzer during his ride, Adventure Cycling will launch a dot-watching page in mid-April featuring his trip, as well as other Drop-in Ride groups. And to help you spot Van Duzer in the wild, we’ve put together this handy identification guide. Van Duzer behind his loaded bikepacking rig near Boulder, Colorado Sarah Banks 1. Van Duzer actually test rode a prototype of this Priority 600ADX hardtail ($3,500) on a 2020 GDMBR tour. 2. The Fullshift frame bag ($100) and smaller “Duzer” undersaddle frame bag ($50) were made with... --- - Published: 2026-03-23 - Modified: 2026-05-27 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/5-popular-weekend-bike-tours/ - Categories: blog, Long Weekend Tours, Plan, Staff - Tags: Bike Overnights, Places, Planning, Short Routes, Travel Guide - Authors: Staff Adventure Cycling’s nonprofit mission has always boiled down to one thing: get more people traveling by bike more often. Riding across the country, however, can be daunting — not to mention time consuming. But a bike tour doesn’t have to take weeks. Our Short Routes are a collection of beginner-friendly, 50- to 200-mile tours around the country that take between two to five days to complete. Each user-submitted route is vetted by Adventure Cycling and hosted — FOR FREE — on RidewithGPS, where you can filter by distance, elevation, and location. Find your next weekend bike tour at the link below, and for a little inspiration, we’ve rounded up five of our most popular routes for you to peruse. See All Our Short Routes Boston to Cape Cod Loop: East Coast Greenway Alliance Start: Boston, Massachusetts End: Provincetown, Massachusetts Miles: 235. 8 Elevation gain: 5,132 feet Perhaps it should come as no surprise that this five-day crescent is our most popular weekend bike tour. After all, it passes through some of the most beautiful — and most densely populated — landscapes in the country. And, as one of four Short Routes developed in partnership with the East Coast Greenway Alliance, it follows that nonprofit’s namesake, in-progress 3,000-mile route, which is already America’s most visited walking and biking trail. Daily mileage ranges from 35 to 69 miles, the latter conveniently coming on Day 4 when your legs will be nice and warmed up. Along the way, you’ll pass through Providence, Rhode... --- - Published: 2026-03-16 - Modified: 2026-05-27 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/self-guided-or-guided-tours/ - Categories: Ask A Tour Leader, Bicycle Travel Basics, Brielle Wacker, Plan, Touring Gear and Tips - Tags: Ask A Tour Leader, Guided Tours, Inspiration, Planning, Touring Basics - Authors: Brielle Wacker Dear Solo or Social, You’re spot on for calling out one of the first decision points of any long-distance bicycle trip. Who will I adventure with, how will the planning get done? There are benefits to booking a guided cycling trip and going solo! I know some cyclists who enjoy planning a bike tour as much as the tour itself. Whether you’re an experienced touring cyclist or want to take your first bike trip, you’ll likely have a great time with either option. Admittedly, I could be a little biased, but let me make the case for a group tour, particularly with Adventure Cycling. One thing I really love about our tours is that they have a unique philosophy and flavor when compared with other group tours. It’s intentional that we are “leaders” and not “guides” on our tours. Our tours are about empowering participants to make their experience enjoyable and successful. In that way, you retain some of the independence and autonomy of a self-planned bike adventure. Independence and autonomy are great, but what if you’re not sure you’re ready for that yet? Then I would really recommend a fully-supported tour. These are an excellent entry to bike touring because you can use a regular bike, and a vehicle will carry your stuff while you just enjoy the ride. I should know — I started out by participating in Adventure Cycling’s fully supported tours. And because these tours are still camping based, they are also more affordable than the... --- - Published: 2026-03-11 - Modified: 2026-05-27 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/10-sustainable-international-bike-trips/ - Categories: Bicycle Travel Basics, blog, Jen Murphy, Plan - Tags: Environmental Problems, Epic Adventures, sustainable travel - Authors: Jen Murphy Adventuring by bike is inherently sustainable, so give yourself a pat on the back. But you can always do more, and often it’s the simple stuff that pays off big. Decisions like the outfitter you book, the events you attend, and even the trails you choose to tackle can all help protect the places you love to ride. Here are 10 culturally rich and environmentally smart trips where you can tread a little lighter. This story originally appeared in the Spring 2025 issue of Adventure Cyclist magazine. AQUARIUS TRAIL HUT SYSTEM Jared Fisher, co-founder of Las Vegas-based cycling tour company Escape Adventures, spent two decades ruminating on his moonshot idea to build a hut system in southern Utah’s scenic backcountry. He knew it was virtually impossible to get permits to construct permanent structures on public lands. His solution: shipping containers which could be installed and removed without disturbing the environment. In 2017, he built the first of five solar-powered shelters along the 190-mile Aquarius Trail, a route of Forest Service roads and singletrack that weaves between Bryce and Zion national parks. It starts at the 11,307-foot summit of Brian Head Peak, winds through Panguitch, Hatch, and Bryce, and ends in Escalante, population 827. The Forest Service receives a three percent fee on bookings, and Escape Adventures helps clear winter downfall and has planted vegetation in areas damaged by fire. Each hut is crafted from a retired 40-foot shipping container split into two bunk areas, with room for six in each.... --- - Published: 2026-03-03 - Modified: 2026-05-27 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/jubilee-celebrates-community-and-50-years-of-bike-travel/ - Categories: Dreux DeMack, Support - Tags: Jubilee - Authors: Dreux DeMack What happens when 300-plus cyclists descend on a desert campground to celebrate 50 years of bike travel? Magic. Relive the Jubilee in the Desert — the rides, the reunions, the vintage bikes, and the stories that remind us why we pedal. The rainwater surrounded two lone trees in the Flycatcher Group Area parking lot like an island in a desert ocean. That was two nights before the Jubilee in the Desert kicked off at Catalina State Park near Tucson, Arizona in January, 2026. Campers who arrived early for this once in a lifetime celebration hunkered down as the ground was no longer absorbing the sudden deluge. Cyclists from across the country were gathering to celebrate 50 years of the landmark bike travel event Bikecentennial, crossing the United States in 1976 on the newly christened 4200 mile Trans America Bicycle Route. Dreux DeMack That massive tour across ten states coincided with America’s bicentennial and Bikecentennial later morphed into the current Adventure Cycling Association. Now, 50 years later, many of us who rode in 1976 joined younger cyclists and current members who have supported Adventure Cycling along the way. This was the kickoff event celebrating a half century of bike travel and bike touring. The irony with the Jubilee being in the desert is rain is not all that common for January in southern Arizona. It rained for two days before Day One broke out in sunshine and blue skies. 50 YEARS IN THE MAKING I first learned of plans for the Jubilee in the spring of 2025 and found myself scouting the park in June with a longtime Adventure Cycling tour leader. On that day, it was 115 degrees in the Arizona sun and cycling was far from my mind. But imagining... --- - Published: 2026-02-23 - Modified: 2026-05-27 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/salsa-cutthroat-bike-giveaway/ - Categories: Bicycle Travel Gear, Bikepacking & Off-Road Touring, Staff, Support - Tags: Bikepacking, Bikepacking Basics, Bikes and Gear, Great Divide Mountain Bike Route - Authors: Staff There are few other bikes that pair with a particular ride as well as Salsa’s Cutthroat pairs with Adventure Cycling's Great Divide Mountain Bike Route. Why? Because Salsa designed the bikepacking rig — which will see its third gen model launch in March 2026 — specifically with the GDMBR in mind. Now, one lucky cyclist will win a new Cutthroat when they sign up for our 50th Anniversary GDMBR Drop-in Ride. Here’s a little history of the bike, the route, and how the two shaped each other from Joe Meiser, Salsa Cycle's senior product manager, and Meaghan Hackinen, writer, endurance racer, and Tour Divide winner. Joe Meiser Salsa Cycles Senior product manager Photo: courtesy of Joe Meiser I became aware of the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route and the fastest-known-time racing that was taking place on the GDMBR in the mid-2000’s via blogs from the likes of Mike Curiak and Pete Bassinger. At the time, there was very little published about racing the route other than those blogs and John Stamstad’s FKT. After having a little bit of success racing gravel events in the Midwest, I decided to line up for a run down ‘The Divide,’ starting in Banff in 2009. However, first I’d need a bike. I was working as a designer for QBP and Salsa Cycles at the time, and we were beginning to dive headfirst into bikepacking and adventure cycling. We’d been racing gravel events, and we were beginning to play with ideas that would influence the... --- - Published: 2026-02-21 - Modified: 2026-05-27 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/bike-giveaway-why-tout-terrain-paired-the-blueridge-with-our-transam-drop-in-ride/ - Categories: Bicycle Travel Gear, Staff, Support - Tags: Bikes and Gear, Donors and Partners - Authors: Staff When we went in search of partners for our 50th Anniversary Drop-in Rides, we knew we wanted Tout Terrain to donate a bike for our giveaway celebrating the TransAmerica Trail. But we left it up to them to choose the model they felt was perfect for the TransAm Drop-in rider who would win it. Here’s why the company picked the Blueridge. “They say the best products are those that solve real problems — and when you’re days away from the nearest bike shop, or any shop for that matter, problems become very real. That’s why, from the beginning, Tout Terrain has built bikes that work when you’re far from home, fully loaded, and committed. That mission first crystallized more than 20 years ago in Nepal, where our founders Oliver and Stephanie Römer spent as much time fixing their gear as they did enjoying their ride. Their bikes were high-quality but not made for the demands of true long-distance touring. That frustration sparked an idea: What if the racks were part of the frame? What if the design was built from the ground up for the rigors of real-world touring? Courtesy of Tout Terrain That first idea — welding the rack directly to the frame — became the foundation of Tout Terrain. And it’s baked into the DNA of the Blueridge. First introduced in 2020, the Blueridge’s roots go back much further. It’s an evolution of one of the earliest Tout Terrain models — the Silkroad II — redesigned with long-distance... --- - Published: 2026-02-17 - Modified: 2026-05-27 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/6-bikepacking-gear-trends/ - Categories: Alissa Bell, Bicycle Travel Gear, Bike & Gear Reviews - Tags: Bikepacking, Bikepacking Basics, Bikes and Gear, Packing - Authors: Alissa Bell For some bikepackers, dialing in their packing setup is part of the fun. For others, it’s a frustrating obstacle on the road to adventure. Love it or hate it, there’s no way around it. We all need to outfit our rigs to carry our stuff securely and sensibly before we pedal off into the great unknown. As creator of BikepackBaggregator. com, I’m immersed in the latest gear and the creative ways riders put it to the test. I’ve spent more hours than I’d like to count entering products into spreadsheets and reading a delightful variety of real-world bike and gear pairings submitted to our bikepacking setups collection. With this hardwon perspective, I offer you six current trends that will shape the way you load your bike in 2026 and beyond. Trend 1: Gear Adapting to Riders (Not the Other Way Around) This meta-trend underpins the rest, and it’s a very good thing. As bikepacking moves further toward the mainstream, we see a wider variety of people looking to make it their own. They want solitude and adventure away from busy roads, they want to carry enough stuff to be safe and relatively comfortable, and they want to do it on a wide variety of bikes. Many modern off-road-capable bikes have limited bag space thanks to smaller frame triangles, 29er wheels, and dropper seatposts. Unless you’re really tall or really minimalist, carrying enough stuff in a classic soft bag setup with a seat bag and handlebar roll can be tough. Fortunately,... --- - Published: 2026-02-13 - Modified: 2026-05-27 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/denver-bikepacking-guide/ - Categories: Bikepacking & Off-Road Touring, blog, Explore, Nicholas Hunt, Rocky Mountain - Tags: Be Here Now, Bike Overnights, Bikepacking, Epic Adventures, Rocky Mountains, Travel Guide - Authors: Nicholas Hunt Denver’s most adventurous visitors typically don’t stay in town past sunrise. To them, the city is usually just a convenient place to rest their heads and fuel up before heading to the trailheads and chairlifts in the mountains proper. But here’s a secret: Thanks to the metro area’s 850-plus-mile network of protected urban greenways, bringing a bike can transform Denver from a gateway into an adventure destination in its own right. In fact, there are countless hiking and mountain biking trails, more than a dozen lakes and reservoirs for paddleboarding and boating, three state parks, two whitewater parks, and even a National Wildlife Refuge within the metro area — and all reasonably accessible by two wheels. Add to that the Mile High City’s self-proclaimed status as the cultural capital of the Intermountain West — complete with all trappings you’d expect from a capital city, including world-class museums, a bustling food scene, boundary-pushing art institutions, and quirky DIY attractions — and you could spend an entire trip in the city and be satisfied. Not that you should. Because here is another secret: As you’ll see from the two rides we’ve highlighted here, you don’t have to choose between the city or the mountains. You can have both. BEGINNER/DAY TRIP Route: High Line Canal Trail Distance: Up to 71 miles Elevation gain: Up to 1000 feet Logistically speaking, metro Denver’s High Line Canal Trail is something of a miracle. The multiuse path passes through 11 different jurisdictions that, together with local nonprofits... --- - Published: 2026-02-03 - Modified: 2026-05-27 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/what-to-look-for-touring-bike/ - Categories: Ask A Tour Leader, Bicycle Travel Basics, Bicycle Travel Gear, Bicycles: Maintenance & Technical, Bicycles: Selection, Brielle Wacker - Tags: Bikepacking Basics, Bikes and Gear, Epic Adventures, Mechanical Problems, Touring Basics - Authors: Brielle Wacker Dear Aspiring Continent Traverser, Let me start by saying that, if one really puts their mind to it, pretty much any bike can make it across the country. While there are touring-specific models, many people can accomplish a big tour with the bike they already have. Having said that, there are good reasons why we have different types of bikes. Some shine in specific uses, such as an aerodynamic tri-bike in its corresponding competition. Other bikes can more authentically bill themselves as multi-use. So what’s the answer? Let’s examine the qualities we’re looking for in a touring bike. This will hopefully illuminate the kinds of bicycles that will hold up themselves and keep your body happy for the long haul. If your tri-bike doesn’t fit the bill, perhaps another bike in your stable will. Whether you’re self-contained or have a van to haul your stuff on a supported tour, you’re going to put in serious miles on a wide variety of surfaces. With that in mind, let’s talk tires. Tires Even on pavement, long days — and sometimes questionably maintained roads — are really best tackled on tires in the 32- to 50-millimeter range. The good news is that bike tires are trending towards wider anyways, so more bikes can accommodate wider tires. Check the specs on your bike (or ask a mechanic at your local bike shop) to figure out the widest tires your bike can run. In choosing tires, you’re also going to want to prioritize quality and... --- - Published: 2026-02-02 - Modified: 2026-05-27 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/gravel-reinventing-90s-mountain-bike-tech/ - Categories: Bicycle Travel Gear, Bicycles: Maintenance & Technical, Graham Averill - Tags: Bikes and Gear, Culture History and Humor - Authors: Graham Averill Mountain biking in the ’90s was wild. It wasn’t just the neon kits and rigid rigs. It was that nobody knew exactly what was possible on two wheels in the woods, and the bike industry was throwing everything it had at the wall to find out. Some of it worked. A lot of it didn’t. Fast forward 30 years, and gravel bike designers are throwing a lot at the wall, too, including bringing back some of the tech that made ’90s mountain bikes so damn exciting. Suspension seatposts, two-inch-wide knobbies, 20 millimeters of travel built into the stem — I remember when a lot of this technology first hit the trails, and I remember when it disappeared just as quickly. Erik de Brun, co-founder of bicycle component company Redshift Sports, says there’s one practical reason for this revival: “Mountain bikes back then were great all-purpose, all-terrain bikes, and gravel bikes fill that same space today. ” Among the products stepping up to make gravel bikes all-purpose whips? Redshift’s ShockStop suspension stems and seatposts, which were inspired by similar tech from 30 years ago such as the Girvin Flexstem. Redshift isn’t the only bike company that’s feeling nostalgic. Cane Creek still makes an updated version of the Thudbuster, a seatpost suspension system I lusted over back in the 1990s. Cannondale’s Topstone gravel bike doesn’t just feature a modern version of an old-school Lefty fork, it has the equivalent of 30 millimeters of travel at the seatpost thanks to clever engineering reminiscent... --- - Published: 2026-01-19 - Modified: 2026-05-27 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/how-to-cycle-in-traffic-guide/ - Categories: Hollie Ernest, How-To Information, Plan - Tags: Navigation, Touring Basics - Authors: Hollie Ernest If I had a reflective sticker for every time someone asked me, “But... aren’t you scared? ” during my ongoing attempt to cycle around the world, I could turn my bicycle into a disco ball. Just to see what they say, I like to reply, “Scared of what? ” “Of floods,” in South America. “Of lions! ” in Africa. “Of the desert,” in Central Asia “Of being alone? ” in China. “Of bad people! ” in the U. S. And yes, when I first set out, I was so afraid of strangers that I barely slept for the first month. However, most touring cyclists will agree that, in reality, the real danger is not lions, tigers, or mafia members, oh my. No, after traveling around the world for over four years, it’s the two-ton motor vehicles piloted by phone-obsessed drivers that I fear the most. While Adventure Cycling helps lobby for safer routes and roads, us cyclists have to do what we can to keep ourselves safe while riding in traffic, too. Being aware, being visible, and being predictable in our movements all help to ensure we ride another day. Ultimately, riding in traffic is about taking the space you need, while remaining alert and quick to respond to any danger. Follow local traffic laws — the League of American Bicyclists has a great database of state bike laws — and use lights. But being a true traffic traveling savant goes a little deeper than just that. Here are my... --- - Published: 2026-01-15 - Modified: 2026-05-27 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/eurovelo8-bicycle-route-sustainable-travel/ - Categories: Alex Crevar, blog, Explore - Tags: Culture History and Humor, Environmental Problems, Epic Adventures, Places, sustainable travel - Authors: Alex Crevar This story originally appeared in the Spring 2025 issue of Adventure Cyclist magazine. Join today to get yours. The city of Izmir rose in the distance. Until this point — midway through Türkiye’s 300-mile section of the continent-spanning EuroVelo 8 cycle route (EV8) — the ride had been a patchwork of quiet roads and packed-gravel trails snaking through small towns, fishing villages, and seaside resorts along the Aegean coast. Protected wetlands and seagrasses sheltering flamingos suddenly gave way to high-rise apartments and office buildings. The route then funneled onto a cornflower-blue, bike-only path that took us under the glass-and-steel shell of the country’s third-largest metropolis, exposing a fertile culture that’s germinated here for 8,500 years. Inside the city’s ancient core, my cycling partner, Pinar Pinzuti, and I took a table at a waterside cafe and ordered cappuccinos as we stared across frenetic Izmir Bay. Pinar, a member of the EuroVelo Council, an advisory board for its namesake cycling route network, grew up here but now lives in Italy. Cruise ships, cargo vessels, and sailboats crisscrossed the expanse trailed by flocks of squawking seagulls. It was a cool, bright October day, and as we waited for the ferry to take us to the bay’s southern shore and continue our journey, I jotted down notes and reflected on the multiple hats I’d worn while in Türkiye (better known in the West as Turkey). As a travel journalist, my role was to document Türkiye’s portion of the EV8 for a growing number of... --- - Published: 2025-12-22 - Modified: 2026-01-08 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/advice-how-to-get-along/ - Categories: Brielle Wacker, Ride - Tags: Epic Adventures, Guided Tours, People, Touring Basics - Authors: Brielle Wacker How do I deal with a super-negative or annoying rider on my tour? I want to be a supportive cycling partner, but sometimes I don’t even know where to start. Dear Can’t We All Just Be Happy, Having recently returned from leading the 41-day Pacific Coast Epic tour, I’m delighted to report that some groups get along swimmingly. When you finish a tour like that, you find yourself wishing you had more days on the road together. These fine folks were positive, thoughtful, and flexible, and they were always looking out for each other. So, while I’m riding this post-tour high, please forgive me for thinking that, from here on out, all bike tours will forever match this one. Mic drop. Okay, okay. I’ll come back to reality and recognize that, because we’re all human, my recent experience isn’t universal and your question is worth exploring. With any group of 12 to 15 people, the typical headcount for Adventure Cycling’s small group tours, it’s unlikely that we’re all going to get along, all of the time. Even with a shared passion, such as bike travel, each person brings years of life experiences, not to mention their unique personality, to this shared endeavor. Everything might seem hunky dory at the Day 1 orientation meeting. Throw in some challenging days or subpar campgrounds, however, and the tour can seemingly go south really quickly for some. And they usually want to let you know about it. One strategy for dealing with this negativity... --- - Published: 2025-12-16 - Modified: 2025-11-25 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/6-of-our-route-researchers-favorite-spots-along-the-new-klamath-mountains-loop/ - Categories: Ride, Staff - Authors: Staff Adventure Cycling’s new ~330-mile Klamath Mountains Loop may snake through the remote and idyllic mountains, watersheds, and ranchland for which this region of Cascadia is celebrated, but that just makes the towns, restaurants, and quirky local institutions you do pass all the more special. To celebrate the route's official launch on December 16, 2025, we rounded up a few of our route researcher’s favorite stops. Adventure Cycling’s new ~330-mile Klamath Mountains Loop may snake through the remote and idyllic mountains, watersheds, and ranchland for which this region of Cascadia is celebrated, but that just makes the towns, restaurants, and quirky local institutions you do pass all the more special. To celebrate the route's official launch on December 16, 2025, we rounded up a few of our route researcher’s favorite stops. Seiad Valley Cafe Seiad Valley, California Ok, you’ll have to share this breakfast spot just off the Klamath River in unincorporated Seiad Valley with hikers during the summer (it’s close to the mid-way point along the 2,650-mile Pacific Crest Trail), but it’s worth it just to watch hungry hikers try and tackle the infamous Pancake Challenge. Or tackle it yourself; if you can eat the ten plate-sized flapjacks in two hours or less, it’s free. If not, it’s $30.   Gernot Bartels The Beer Tree Forks of the Salmon, California One you reach the village (and even that might be too strong a word), you’ll find a picnic table under the shade of a walnut tree, where it’s long been customary for locals and travelers alike to enjoy some conversation over a cold one or two. While there doesn’t appear to be an official address for the spot or much of an online presence, even on social media, that’s all part of the charm. Eddy Gulch Lookout Klamath Peak, California Located atop 6,483-foot Klamath Peak, this staffed fire lookout in the Klamath National Forest’s Salmon/Scott... --- - Published: 2025-12-10 - Modified: 2025-12-11 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/practical-advice-for-riding-the-transamerica-trail/ - Categories: Brielle Wacker, Plan - Authors: Brielle Wacker A three-time TransAm rider and Adventure Cycling tour guide talks eastbound vs westbound, camping strategies, timelines, dogs, and more. If you’ve ever wondered what really matters while riding the TransAmerica Trail — direction, timing, the right kind of stubbornness — there’s no better source for ground truth than Mark Pfefferle, a fellow Adventure Cycling tour leader who’s pedaled the route three times — and that doesn’t even include the time we both led a tour of the TransAm Express. Ask him why he keeps coming back, and you’ll get a joke first, “Because I’m stupid! ” The real answer is that there’s a familiarity and affection that beckons him. Virginia’s dense American history. The sandstone road cuts in Kentucky that line the shoulders like geology lessons. The way Kansas rises so gently that you don’t notice you’ve gained 2,000 feet until your legs tell you later. The Rockies that appear at first almost indistinguishably from clouds but soon fill the entire horizon. Rachel Stevens Like many of us, Pfefferle navigates using Adventure Cycling maps, both paper and digital. The nonprofit has done the pathfinding so that we don’t have to, but despite the amazing amount of detail it’s managed to cram into its maps, over the course of 4200 miles, you’re bound to run into situations and decision points those maps can’t cover. So, consider this a friendly field guide from someone who is no stranger to this iconic ride. Every Choice Has Its Pros and Cons The first time Pfefferle rode the TransAmerica Trail, he rode it west to east. “I left Astoria on June 10 and rolled... --- - Published: 2025-12-09 - Modified: 2026-05-27 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/practical-advice-for-riding-adventure-cyclings-golden-gravel-trail/ - Categories: Explore, Jordan Hickey - Authors: Jordan Hickey Curious about what it takes to ride Adventure Cycling’s newest “Epic” route? We’ve got you covered An Introduction In 2026, Adventure Cycling is celebrating its Golden Jubilee with an awfully nice gift: the Golden Gravel Trail, a brand-new cross-country gravel route. Clocking in at 3,804 miles, around 70 percent of which is off-pavement, and stretching from the Mississippi River to the Pacific Ocean, the route is Adventure Cycling’s longest since the 4,296-mile Northern Tier debuted in 1984. (The only other route that’s longer, of course, is the TransAmerica Trail. ) Ruglie Kaladyte “It’s a beautiful route,” says Adventure Cycling cartography program manager Amy Wally. “It’s very scenic. It doesn’t always take the most direct route, but it takes the best route. It’s meticulously researched, and so pretty much every road is there for a reason. ” However, Wally is also quick to note that this route is no “ride through the park. ” “It’s going to be challenging,” she says. “You’re going to have rough weather. There are some tough climbs and rugged parts. But overall, I think people are gonna just love it. It’s gonna be an adventure. ” Golden Origins In early 2025, Adventure Cycling’s routes team began planning its year. With the nonprofit’s 50th Anniversary rapidly approaching, the team wanted to create multiple routes and eventually settled on three: two shorter loops and one “epic” trip. “We threw that word around a lot,” Wally says. While brainstorming, the team scoured spreadsheets of ideas, paged through member emails, but nothing felt epic enough. Ruglie Kaladyte Then, former routes director Jenn Hamelman remembered an Adventure... --- - Published: 2025-12-01 - Modified: 2025-12-08 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/how-to-bikepack-in-maines-northwoods/ - Categories: Explore, Greg M Peters - Authors: Greg M. Peters For decades, the recreation region was closed to cyclists, but a new initiative has opened some “wicked good gravel” to cyclists This story originally appeared in the Spring 2025 issue of Adventure Cyclist magazine. Join today to get yours. The breakfast bell cut through the sound of rain on the cabin’s metal roof. My wife, Chrissy, snoozing next to me, stirred quietly. “Oh jeez, we slept in,” I mumbled. “It’s eight o’clock. Breakfast is ready. ” We’d ignored the diffuse white light slipping through the cabin’s thin curtains for well over an hour, content to stay nestled beneath the thick down comforter. The morning-after-effects of too-much-fun-by-the-campfire may have slowed us, but breakfast called, literally, and with it, coffee. We pulled on yesterday’s clothes and headed into the damp October morning for the short walk to the lodge where nourishment waited. As we made our way up the hill, Long Pond stretched out behind us. A tapestry of fall colors reflected abstractly in the rain-rippled water. We’d arrived after dark the night before, so this was our first opportunity to check out the scene. The complex, called the Gorman Chairback Lodge & Cabins, is owned by the Appalachian Mountain Club (AMC), and it includes close to a dozen huts which spilled down the hill from the communal lodge to the water’s edge. Smoke wafted from a couple of them only to disappear into the misty morning air. My brother, Chris, had already found a seat inside, but judging by his full plate, he hadn’t risen much earlier than us. His wife, Jen, wasn’t here yet. As I settled in opposite him —... --- - Published: 2025-11-25 - Modified: 2025-11-21 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/four-stories-that-prove-adventure-cycling-is-everywhere/ - Categories: Staff, Support - Authors: Staff Earlier this fall, Adventure Cycling launched a story gathering campaign called Adventure Cycling is Everywhere. Why? Because bicycle travel, whether it’s touring or bikepacking, isn’t confined to a single location or experience. It's a living, breathing movement that exists wherever cyclists dare to explore, and we wanted your stories to help prove it. Submissions are still open, but we couldn’t wait to share a few of those we’ve already received. Earlier this fall, Adventure Cycling launched a story gathering campaign called Adventure Cycling is Everywhere. Why? Because bicycle travel, whether it’s touring or bikepacking, isn’t confined to a single location or experience. It's a living, breathing movement that exists wherever cyclists dare to explore, and we wanted your stories to help prove it. Submissions are still open, but we couldn’t wait to share a few of those we’ve already received. Submit Your Own Adventure Cycling Is Everywhere Story! Expectations Kyle Hodges I fell back in love with cycling about four years ago, but seeing all these epic adventures on social media bummed me out. I’m a father of four girls, so I couldn't just go out of state on adventures whenever I wanted. While we do have one established bikepacking route in Indiana, the Brown County Delight, we lack the beauty of coastal, desert, and mountain views. Then, I started to rethink what adventure was. I’m lucky to have a 60-acre plot of land an hour away from Indianapolis in Putnam County, where I grew up. When I started camping down there and riding the backroads I used to drive 20-plus years ago, I found my own adventures. Putnam County is neighbors with Owen County, which has a few parks and Cataract Falls, Indiana's largest cascade by volume. Parke County is the Covered Bridge Capital of the World with 31 of them, the most in a single county. Little by little, I started establishing my own routes. I have adventures... --- - Published: 2025-11-05 - Modified: 2025-11-03 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/ask-an-adventure-cycling-tour-leader-how-to-pick-your-dream-route/ - Categories: Brielle Wacker, Plan - Authors: Brielle Wacker Which route do I take across the country? How do I decide? I have so little time in life for a big adventure, and this feels like my one shot. How do I make the most of it? Which route do I take across the country? How do I decide? I have so little time in life for a big adventure, and this feels like my one shot. How do I make the most of it? Dear Epic Adventurer, It’s easy to be overwhelmed by all the possibilities for a big bike adventure. At the same time, what a great problem to have! It sounds like while time is not limitless, you’ve carved out a few months for an epic journey. You’ve probably done a fair bit of research already, but let’s review some top-notch resources for molding your dream into concrete plans. Adventure Cycling’s Interactive Network Map is an amazing place to start because it will show you loads of routes of varying distances all together. Once you’ve taken some time to ponder all those colorful lines crisscrossing the country, I recommend unchecking the “Complete Adventure Cycling Route Network” box and start clicking into some individual routes. You can view multiple routes at a time, so maybe you want a quick visual comparison of the Northern Tier versus the TransAmerica Trail. You can then ask yourself, “Do I want to battle headwinds across North Dakota or across Kansas? ” Just kidding. Kind of. You don’t have to pick a single route either. You can use this tool to mix and match Adventure Cycling routes for a “Choose Your Own Adventure,” well, adventure. Maybe you want to start on the Northern Tier in Anacortes, Washington, and follow it... --- - Published: 2025-10-23 - Modified: 2025-10-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/from-the-magazine-traveling-ernestly/ - Categories: Explore, Hollie Ernest - Authors: Hollie Ernest Ever wonder what it is like to ride around the world? Hollie Ernest has been chronicling her journey for Adventure Cyclist since 2024. In this edition of her column from the magazine’s Fall 2025 issue, she and her husband Tom have finally made it Spain ... just in time for summer. The pharmacy’s sign blinked, “42°,” the equivalent of 107 degrees Fahrenheit. My melted brain struggled to make sense of the numbers. Córdoba’s stone buildings seemed to sway in the hot breeze, and the cobblestone streets radiated heat like an oven. My husband, Tom, and I were continuing to circumnavigate the globe by bicycle. From Córdoba, we planned to begin a 700-mile section through southern Spain and Andorra. This marked our first day back on the bikes after three months of visa-related delays. The process had been a mind-numbing, occasionally depressing mix of poor decisions and questionable bureaucracy that took far longer than anticipated. We’d left Spain in mid-April amid chilly thunderstorms and returned mid-July, the most ill-advised time to ride in the region. But even in scorching temperatures, we were thrilled to be rolling again. After a night’s rest in town, we tackled the road in earnest, waking at 5 AM to squeeze in 45 miles before the heat became debilitating. Our daily routine developed quickly: make sandwiches from a full baguette at night, rise before dawn for a shot of espresso, and ride through pepper-scented olive groves without stopping until early afternoon. As we continued through charming and friendly farm towns in Andalusia, the details of each day blurred. Sweat left streaks of dried salt on our clothes. Still, most days we were able to cover 50 to 80 miles in the flat terrain, often on converted rail trails, with occasional tunnels that provided all-too-brief respites from the sun.... --- - Published: 2025-10-20 - Modified: 2025-10-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/the-highs-and-lows-of-charting-your-own-route-across-kazakhstan/ - Categories: Explore, Matthew Crompton - Authors: Matthew Crompton An excerpt from Mathew Crompton’s bicycle travelogue Roads Toward a Supreme Fiction In the spring of 2017, Matthew Crompton set off alone on a bicycle into the mountains of Tibet. Armed with GPS maps, a tent, a camera, and a keen eye, he would spend the next four months exploring and documenting some of the least-visited and most fraught areas of China and Central Asia. In this excerpt from his travelogue, Roads Toward a Supreme Fiction, he leaves China behind for Kazakhstan and discovers that borders aren’t just a line on the map. They can also be a release.   courtesy of Matthew Crompton Beyond the border, a queue of heavy trucks idled, stretching down the dusty potholed road into the wide-open distance. It was now just after 9 AM. I eased off the saddle and laid my bike down in the dust, and plunked myself down in the sunlight outside a dilapidated magazin — the local Russian word for any species of small shop. It was the first of hundreds of similar shops that I would encounter over the next several months across Central Asia. For now, though, I just sat in a pool of sunlight like a contented cat, drinking a morning beer and sinking into a palpable feeling of bodily relief. I was finally free of the alarming dystopia of western China. Kazakhstan, by contrast, was something of an enigma for me, as I suspect it was for most people. The vast majority of the Anglophone world’s knowledge of the ninth-largest country on Earth began and ended with Borat,... --- - Published: 2025-10-20 - Modified: 2026-05-27 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/big-perks-bigger-adventure/ - Categories: Staff, Support - Tags: Donors and Partners, membership, Support - Authors: Staff An Adventure Cycling membership doesn’t just support the country’s oldest and largest bicycle travel nonprofit. It comes with a slew of adventurous benefits. This year, 2026, marks Adventure Cycling’s Golden Jubilee — five decades of route building, guided tours, cycling advocacy, maps, magazines, and more that couldn’t have happened without our members. And we’re not slowing down. In the past year, we’ve developed three amazing new bike touring and bikepacking routes: Canada’s Vancouver Crossing Loop, our first fully Canadian route; the Klamath Mountains Loop, which explores its newly undammed namesake watershed; and the Epic-with-a-capital-E Golden Gravel Trail, a 3,800-mile, mixed-surface cycling journey spanning from Oregon’s Pacific Coast to the mighty Mississippi River. And while we released all three new routes for free on Ride with GPS to help fulfill our nonprofit mission to grow the sport of bicycle travel in an age of free digital routes, we didn’t skimp on the details you expect from an Adventure Cycling map. Every route was ground-truthed but paid and volunteer route researchers, who rode or drove every mile. And thanks to Ride with GPS’s Experiences platform, we’ve been able to include detailed service listings, including bike shops, restaurants, cyclist-friendly hostels, campgrounds, and more. Plus, notes on route conditions, nearby historical sites, climate information, and route updates from other cyclists. Oh, and did we mention the turn-by-turn audio navigation cues? When any rider can pedal one of our routes and upload their ride online for others to follow for free, it’s massive lifts like these by our scrappy staff that make memberships more important than ever. They’re the lifeblood of our nonprofit and help fund all of... --- - Published: 2025-10-13 - Modified: 2025-10-13 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/advocating-for-advocacy/ - Categories: Ellie Zachary, John McDermott, Support - Authors: John McDermott, Ellie Zachary A joint letter from Adventure Cycling’s board chair and its routes and advocacy coordinator At Adventure Cycling, our mission has always been to inspire, empower, and connect people. We’re proud to help cyclists dream up new adventures, plan meaningful journeys, and discover the joy and freedom that comes with traveling by bike. But while cycling is growing in popularity, the riding ecosystem is becoming more complex and, at times, less safe. Whether you’re riding a remote stretch of the Great Divide or navigating traffic to leave town on a weekend trip, your experience is shaped by how roads, trails, and transportation systems are managed. And the reality is that these systems have not always been designed, built, or maintained with the needs of cyclists in mind. Inspiration and information alone are not enough to protect the routes we’ve built and experiences we love. That’s why Adventure Cycling is renewing its commitment to advocacy. We’re reestablishing our leadership in advancing safe, connected, and accessible bike travel, not just through our maps and tours, but also by shaping the systems and policies that affect how, where, and whether people can ride. We are not starting from scratch. We are re-engaging and rebuilding our capacity to influence the future of bicycle travel in America. As part of this mission, we’re deepening our partnerships with three trusted organizations that have been advancing the rights and safety of cyclists for decades: the League of American Bicyclists, East Coast Greenway Alliance, and Bikepacking Roots. The League brings unmatched experience in transportation policy that champions safer roads, safer vehicles, and bike-friendly... --- - Published: 2025-10-13 - Modified: 2025-10-13 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/from-adventure-cyclist-magazine-priority-gemini-smart-shift-review/ - Categories: Berne Broudy, Explore - Authors: Berne Broudy A customizable off-road explorer that promises adventure. The gravel trend continues to grow, and with it, the choice of bikes. There are a lot of great options out there, and a lot of them are similar. They have similar geometry. They have similar drivetrains. It makes sense — bike companies have figured out what works. So, in an industry where convergent evolution is producing rival bike models that might as well be siblings, what got me interested in Priority’s Gemini Smart. Shift Gravel is that it’s different. As a prominent manufacturer of belt-driven bicycles, Priority was already a bit outside the mainstream. But with the debut of Pinion’s Smart. Shift system, the New York-based company jumped at the chance to push the boundary even further. If you’re not familiar with the Pinion, it’s a German-engineered and -manufactured internal gearbox with a massive gear range. Basically a mini automotive transmission, its gears are steel and live in an oil bath inside a dust- and waterproof box where you’d usually find the bottom bracket. When paired with a Gates Carbon Belt Drive, the Pinion replaces the finicky chain-and-derailleur drivetrains with something that, aside from an annual oil change, should be nearly maintenance free. If set up correctly, the belt never needs lube, sheds dirt, and should have a lifespan of 10,000 miles, roughly three times that of a chain. The gearbox should last 60,000 miles, though Pinion recommends you send it back for reconditioning after 25,000 to 30,000 miles. So for a little more weight, you can say goodbye... --- - Published: 2025-09-29 - Modified: 2025-09-29 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/highlights-from-bikepacking-roots-rocky-mountain-bikepacking-summit/ - Categories: Ellie Zachary, Support - Authors: Ellie Zachary What happens when you gather together cyclists, advocates, makers, and storytellers to share knowledge, meals, and, of course, ride bikes in Colorado’s Front Range? You get Bikepacking Roots’ Rocky Mountain Bikepacking Summit (September 12-15). What happens when you gather together cyclists, advocates, makers, and storytellers to share knowledge, meals, and, of course, ride bikes in Colorado’s Front Range? You get Bikepacking Roots’ Rocky Mountain Bikepacking Summit (September 12-15). And you better believe Adventure Cycling staff were there both as an expo and workshop hosts and fans. From maple-syrup-fueled mornings to campfire stories, the four-day-long Summit captured the best of bikepacking culture. Here are eight highlights from the weekend:   Jack Zakrajsek 1. Pedal Power Riders didn’t just show up in cars. They pedaled in from all over the Front Range. A group rolled in from Denver, another from Boulder, and one determined rider even rode from Colorado Springs to make it to camp just outside of Bailey, Colorado. Watching them roll in on Friday set the tone and gave the whole weekend a charge of stoke before things had even officially started. 2. Advocacy at Heart Colorado Trail Foundation director Paul Talley spoke Friday night just steps away from the trail itself. In fact, a few attendees had just pedaled sections of the Colorado Trail to reach camp, and many more would ride it the next day, so his message landed hard: While other groups often take the lead in stewardship of the muli-use trail, bikepackers need to step up, too, if we want to keep enjoying the landscapes the route passes through. 3. The Most Important Meal of the Day --- - Published: 2025-09-23 - Modified: 2026-05-27 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/what-to-expect-on-british-columbias-newest-bikepacking-route/ - Categories: Nicholas Hunt, Ride - Authors: Nicholas Hunt Adventure Cycling’s brand-new Vancouver Crossing Loop traverses one of North America’s most culturally and ecologically diverse regions British Columbia’s Vancouver Island is a long way from Tennessee, both culturally and geographically. So, Josh Bowden was plenty surprised to feel right at home as he rode Adventure Cycling’s first fully international cycling route — the Vancouver Crossing Loop — for the first time. Bowden, Adventure Cycling’s experiences operations specialist, landed the coveted role of vetting the new route, which winds along Vancouver Island and mainland British Columbia for 314 miles and three ferry rides, for ground truth. And one truth he couldn’t deny was how much the pastoral country roads between the port city of Nanaimo and Victoria, the provincial capital, reminded him of riding outside Nashville, the place where he first fell in love with cycling.   Josh Bowden “Honestly, that section doesn’t have many grand views or historic spots, but, for me, there’s nothing quite like riding through often-overlooked countryside on shady, winding roads,” he says. “This portion captured part of what makes bike travel so special to me: being a part of the in-between places. ” But don’t get him wrong. Metro Vancouver on the mainland was a highlight, too, thanks to its diversity of culture, people, food, and history. And that was the whole point of the route.   Josh Bowden In addition to being beginner, e-bike-, and gravel-friendly (the majority of the route is on protected bike paths, and about 40 percent of the route is unpaved), the Vancouver Crossing Loop is designed to traverse the region’s myriad cultures and communities as well... --- - Published: 2025-09-16 - Modified: 2026-05-27 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/ask-an-adventure-cycling-tour-leader-how-do-i-know-im-ready-for-a-long-distance-bike-trip/ - Categories: Brielle Wacker, Plan - Authors: Brielle Wacker It’s one thing to dream about a big bicycling trip and another thing to actually go out and do it. How Do I know I’m Ready for a Long-distance Bike Trip? Dear Looking to Go the Distance, It’s one thing to dream about a big bicycling trip and another thing to actually go out and do it. Your question seems to indicate that you’re somewhere between these two extremes, but let’s start from the beginning and define what “long distance” even means for a bike trip. Everyone defines it differently, but for the purposes of this discussion, let’s assume it’s at least three weeks or 1,000 miles. Now that we’ve got that settled, here are a few key readiness indicators: Motivation There are a lot of epic adventures you can tackle in life, so what is it about a long-distance bike trip that speaks to you? Is it an inspiring travelogue you read? Do you know someone who travels by bike and revel in their tales from the road? I ask because the more realistic you are about what you’re getting yourself into, the better. Being able to articulate your “why” could be the difference between pedalling onward and abandoning your trip when you bump up against the inevitable challenges. Training You can pedal at any pace you want, but averaging 50 to 60 miles a day is fairly typical when folks talk about completing a long-distance ride. Maybe you’ve heard about someone who “pedaled into shape” on a big journey, but a lot could go wrong with that strategy. In addition to increasing the risk of injuries that could... --- - Published: 2025-08-29 - Modified: 2025-08-29 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/three-and-a-half-feet-of-chain/ - Categories: David Houghton, Explore - Authors: David Houghton This excerpt from David Houghton’s new book, Thirty Three Cyclists, tells the story of a wager that sent a Navy recruit pedaling across the country chained to his singlespeed — twice Editor’s note: This story appears in David Houghton’s new book, Thirty Three Cyclists, which spotlights “thirty-three of the most unique people to ever ride a bicycle, from the world-famous to the utterly obscure. ” Over the past three decades, Houghton has published five books, and his writing has appeared in numerous publications including Bicycling, Singletrack, Outside and Lonely Planet. An avid long-distance cyclist, he has participated in the Tour du Canada, Tour d’Afrique, Race Across America, and the Doomsday Ride. In 1919, Roscoe “Fatty” Arbuckle was one of the highest-paid actors in Hollywood, after signing a $3 million multi-picture deal with Paramount. Arbuckle was friends with William Stephens, governor of California, and after a heated disagreement with Stephens, Arbuckle insisted that no man could ride a singlespeed bicycle across the country. To back up his claim, he offered $3,500 to the first person who did — as long as they arrived in New York City before November 1. Navy recruits Tony Pizzo and C. J. Devine accepted the wager, convinced they could win the bet and split the prize. But the Navy would only let them take time off if the trip was used to spur recruitment. The paperwork for their sabbatical shuffled up through the ranks, and Pizzo and Devine’s ride was ultimately rubber-stamped by the Assistant Secretary of the Navy, Franklin Delano Roosevelt. The Navy gave Pizzo and Devine strict demands for their journey. They had to wear their uniforms for the duration of the ride. The uniforms... --- - Published: 2025-08-29 - Modified: 2025-08-27 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/how-to-transform-the-humble-banana-into-a-crave-worthy-camp-confection/ - Categories: Chef Corso, Ride - Authors: Chef Corso This fruit can be so much more than a quick snack in the saddle This article originally appeared in the Spring 2025 issue of Adventure Cyclist magazine “Wow, this is so much better than a s’more! ” said one Girl Scout from Virginia. “I never knew bananas could taste this good! ” said another from Oregon. Recently, I was in the mountains just outside Bellingham in Washington state leading a weeklong, outdoor-cooking workshop for 16 high-school-aged Girl Scouts from across the country. No small task, but a fun one. The workshop was in a meadow bordered by rhododendrons and wild blackberry bushes. We camped together under a canopy of tall Douglas firs that protected us from the intermittent rain showers, and I wanted to open their taste buds to something beyond campfire toasted marshmallows, chocolate, and graham crackers. As is often the case in these situations, I’ve found it’s best to not overthink it — so naturally I turned to the humble banana. Bananas are a fixture in just about every meal plan or resupply stop I make, and with good reason: They are high in potassium, an electrolyte that may help stave off cramping and keep your internal fluids in check. They have enough fiber and micronutrients to keep your eyes open and legs churning. Plus, because they contain tryptophan, which converts to mood-boosting serotonin, you’ll feel pretty darn good post-ride, no matter how tough it was. Bunch all of that together (pun intended) , and you’ve got a veritable nutritional Swiss army knife.   Chef Corso Not that I’m telling you anything... --- - Published: 2025-08-18 - Modified: 2026-05-27 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/how-to-be-a-climber/ - Categories: Danille Schön, Plan - Authors: Danille Schön This story originally appeared in the Mach/April 2024 issue of Adventure Cyclist magazine. For a long time, I called myself “a sprinter, not a climber,” a common joke among cycling folks to excuse why they can’t climb steep grades or go long distances. From a young age, I was naturally strong and slightly bigger than my peers. I played a lot of competitive sports and was typically put in a strength role over a speed role. When I got into track racing, I had success in power-forward short sprints but just couldn’t find the legs for extended efforts. About five years ago, I moved from a relatively flat place to a small valley town nestled at the foot of a mountain range. There was nowhere to go but up, and a month into my first season of local riding, I realized pretty quickly that something had to give. I had to make a mental and physical shift and either figure out how to get better at climbing or, at the very least, be able to enjoy myself during these lengthy ascents. It’s still a work in progress, but here’s what I’ve learned so far. Make a Goal It’s hard to get better at something without a goal in mind. I started with “be better at climbing,” but what does that mean? My main goals now are around a mental shift — how to turn type two fun into type one fun in the moment — and measurable physical improvements that... --- - Published: 2025-08-15 - Modified: 2025-08-12 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/ask-an-adventure-cycling-tour-leader-best-way-to-cook-for-a-large-group/ - Categories: Brielle Wacker, Plan - Authors: Brielle Wacker Do we eat to bike or bike to eat? It probably doesn’t matter, because either way we need fuel! And while bars and gels might get the job done on day rides, for a multi-day tour most people want “real food,” and quite a bit of it. What’s the best way to cook for a large group with many different dietary restrictions while saving as much weight as possible? Dear Pedaling Gourmet, Do we eat to bike or bike to eat? It probably doesn’t matter, because either way we need fuel! And while bars and gels might get the job done on day rides, for a multi-day tour most people want “real food,” and quite a bit of it. It sounds like you’ve already gathered some information about your touring companions and have noted their dietary restrictions. You’ve possibly also gotten some feedback regarding things that are preferences, versus allergies or intolerances that would ruin or put a real damper on the trip if not adhered to. I mention this because some people are quite willing to be a little flexible on tour, as long as it’s not something that will adversely affect their well-being. Handling Dietary Restrictions I received some really good advice on one of my first tours. One of my fellow participants followed a vegan diet. Realizing that it could be intimidating for those in the group who aren’t familiar with cooking this way, he very kindly suggested that we focus on the things that he does eat, rather than the things he doesn’t. We were left with a plethora of foods, including pasta, rice, oats, beans, nuts, fresh fruits and veggies, all things that a touring cyclist usually wants lots of. This same advice holds true for other dietary restrictions. If someone is... --- - Published: 2025-08-12 - Modified: 2025-08-11 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/the-narrower-road/ - Categories: Gary M. Keene, Support - Authors: Gary M. Keene Reflecting on a lifetime of bike adventures as an Adventure Cycling member, Gary considers, with grace, the changes that age and time force us all to contend with. Those were my panniers going down the road but not on my bike and not carrying my gear. At best, they were filled with envy, which was all mine, because they were headed for a ride across America — Bikecentennial ‘76. I’d loaned the bags to Jesse, a classmate with a wild, gentle spirit, and I didn’t begrudge him anything. But it didn’t seem fair: I was the one who worked in a bike shop, taught a cycling class for the college and started the campus bike cooperative. I had the touring experience, the knowledge, the gear, the desire but not the scratch: I needed to stay and work for the summer to pay tuition. At least my panniers would have an adventure. Watching them go with Jesse down to the train station, I had a rare moment of conviction: I promised my disappointed self that I would ride across the country when I retired. This seemed fair — work first, then the reward — and far enough out to be plausible without requiring anything immediate. 1974, Gary's first tour, ready to roll out of his home driveway in Michigan (the first Bell helmet would be introduced a year later) Courtesy of Gary Keene But now I am retired, and although the promise flickers, the road ahead has narrowed. It has been a good road — many, many good roads over many long years — from the first green panoramas of my Michigan home to the Rockies, the Sierras, the... --- - Published: 2025-08-04 - Modified: 2025-07-31 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/a-bike-touring-guide-to-new-orleans/ - Categories: Explore, Jakob Rosenzweig - Authors: Jakob Rosenzweig Riding in the Big Easy is A-OK This story originally appeared in the May/June 2023 issue of Adventure Cyclist magazine as “The Big Easy. ” New Orleans is perched upon a 7,000-year-old expanse of alluvium called the Lower Mississippi River Delta. The landscape is humid, muddy, and flat, either at sea level or just below it. Before Europeans settled here in the early 1700s, several indigenous tribes called the area Bulbancha, “the place of many tongues. ” For the Chitimacha, Choctaw, Ishak, Tunica, and Natchez nations, the location was a riparian trading post. For the French and Spanish, it was a colonial port. Since the Americans purchased the Louisiana Territory in 1803, New Orleans has been a vibrant city wide open to immigrants and influences from around the world, especially Europe, Africa, and the Caribbean. Today, millions of tourists visit New Orleans each year to experience its exceptional cultural repertoire of music, cuisine, architecture, museums, and festivals. New Orleans is fantastic for cyclists who plan it right. The best seasons to visit New Orleans are early spring and late fall, when the weather is calm and the festivals are scheduled every weekend. Beginner / Day Trip While the street life of New Orleans is thoroughly inviting, the street surfaces are hostile — an inevitable outcome of layering gravel, concrete, and asphalt roads atop soggy earth. At least the bumpy streets have been painted with hundreds of bike lanes in the last 15 years, including the new Lafitte Greenway, a 2. 6-mile linear park converted from an abandoned... --- - Published: 2025-08-01 - Modified: 2025-07-30 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/16th-annual-bicycle-travel-photo-contest/ - Categories: Adventure Cycling Staff, Explore - Authors: Adventure Cycling Staff Sometimes the best way to see the world clearly is looking through another lens. Which is why, when it came time to judge this year’s photo contest, we asked Micheli Oliver for a fresh perspective. A native of rural Colorado, Oliver is a filmmaker, photographer, and journalist who’s collaborated with brands including Fujifilm, Patagonia, Protect Our Winters, and the Wilderness Society. Above all else, however, she brought an eye uniquely suited to judging the more than 200 submissions we received. Sometimes the best way to see the world clearly is looking through another lens. Which is why, when it came time to judge this year’s photo contest, we asked Micheli Oliver for a fresh perspective. A native of rural Colorado, Oliver is a filmmaker, photographer, and journalist who’s collaborated with brands including Fujifilm, Patagonia, Protect Our Winters, and the Wilderness Society. Above all else, however, she brought an eye uniquely suited to judging the more than 200 submissions we received. People / Portraits Winner Title: Time Off Location: Santiago de Compostela, Spain Judge’s comment: As a photographer, this is the kind of image I dream of creating. The frame, the bike, and the women in the top left are beautiful. The image creates an intensely beautiful memento to the art of humanness. A rider takes advantage of the free wifi in a quiet moment of mundane. Ian Hill Honorable Mention Title: Chucky Atop the Rollers Location: Dane, Wisconsin, USBRS 30 Judge’s comment: I love the humanity and the duality in this image. It seems to say, ‘There are two different ways to be human. Neither is right or wrong, just two different paths to take. ’ It is also well edited and has wonderful coloring. Among the rolling hills of Wisconsin’s Dairyland, Chucky and I took a moment to take in the scenery after a long climb. Philip Dembinski Around Camp Winner Title: Night In An Empty Police Station Location: La Presa, Nayarit, Mexico Judge’s comment: This image has an... --- - Published: 2025-07-10 - Modified: 2026-04-17 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/route-66-is-about-to-turn-100-and-theres-never-been-a-better-time-to-ride-it/ - Categories: Explore, Nathan Ward - Tags: Route 66 - Authors: Nathan Ward The Mother Road’s centennial, which happens next year, will be a great excuse for an epic bike tour. Why not tackle it on Adventure Cycling’s Bicycle Route 66, which just happens to turn 10 this year? Editor’s Note: This feature was originally published in the August/September 2014 issue of Adventure Cyclist magazine under the title “America’s Darling: Route 66”. We’re publishing it online for the first time in honor of Route 66’s 100 anniversary this year. Click here to check out Adventure Cycling's Bicycle Route 66, a version of the Mother Road route designed specifically with touring cyclists it mind. It is Friday night, and with the last gasp of the day, a golden glow burns low across Central Avenue in Albuquerque, New Mexico. It throws a storied slant on the time-pitted windows of a blue 1968 Ford Mustang, cruising slowly in front of the bright lights of the KiMo Theater. Lost in the song of glass-pack mufflers burbling out V-8 song, we shuck and jive on pedals east on the avenue to the pink and teal neon of the Route 66 Diner where the promise of the past lives on. On Friday nights in Albuquerque, it’s not the best hour for bicycles, but we persist just as the legend of Route 66 persists in the dreams of people worldwide. Pull open the door. Inside the Route 66 Diner, the needle drops on a 45 and “Tucumcari, Here I Come” by Dale Watson bursts out. A bubbly girl in a short dress and braces seats us on spinning stools on a long counter in front of an Elvis cutout and an old Schwinn cruiser. We order fizzing drinks, then walk around the restaurant looking at memorabilia... --- - Published: 2025-07-10 - Modified: 2025-07-09 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/ask-a-tour-leader-how-do-you-get-your-bike-box-to-the-end-of-a-point-to-point-trip/ - Categories: Brielle Wacker, Plan - Authors: Brielle Wacker How Do You Get Your Bike Box to the End of a Point-to-Point Trip? Especially when you don’t live near either terminus of the route? Is shipping the only option? How Do You Get Your Bike Box to the End of a Point-to-Point Trip? Especially when you don’t live near either terminus of the route? Is shipping the only option? Dear Boxed-in Biker, Ah, bike-touring logistics, another of my favorite topics! I’m not a puzzle person (like the actual put-the-physical-pieces-together pastime), but I imagine the satisfaction I get from successfully getting myself, my companions, and our bikes where we need to be, when we need to be there, is a bit like putting the final piece in a 1,000-piece jigsaw. My very first tour was in Utah. It was a fully supported Adventure Cycling trip that looped through Zion and Bryce Canyon National Parks and Cedar Breaks National Monument that started and ended in St. George. I popped my Bianchi into the back of my Prius and made the relatively easy day trip to the meetup point, a KOA campground that let us stash our vehicles for the six nights we were away. Then I drove home. It was all very easy. Fast forward several years to last spring’s TransAm Express tour, which started in Washington, D. C. , and ended in Eugene, Oregon. My bike and I reside in San Diego. Even if you’re not crossing the country, this is the type of logistical conundrum that can leave your head spinning. You have a few options for getting your bike to your starting location. If you’re flying, you could bring your bike as checked luggage in either a dedicated... --- - Published: 2025-06-30 - Modified: 2025-07-01 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/be-here-now-catalina-island/ - Categories: Explore, Gina Pellechio - Authors: Gina Pellechio From the magazine: It might be in SoCal, but this picturesque Pacific island is worlds away from Los Angeles Shortly after the ferry leaves port, the dense sprawl of Southern California fades into the distance. Roughly an hour later, you arrive at Santa Catalina Island, a mountainous ridge rising from the Pacific. Although it has been inhabited for the better part of the past 7,000 years, the Spanish are said to have “discovered” Catalina, one of eight that comprise California’s Channel Islands archipelago, in 1542. Efforts to develop it as a resort destination began in the mid-1800s, and over the years, it’s served as a spring training site for the Chicago Cubs, a WWII military base, and a retreat for Hollywood stars. These days, throngs of tourists hurry between the restaurants and shops of Avalon, the island’s main port which is nestled like a half-bowl against steep hills. And yet, much of Catalina remains wild. More than 165 miles of trails and roads unspool in loops and spurs across the 22-mile-long landmass. With its craggy terrain and ocean vistas — to say nothing of its fauna, including foxes, bald eagles, and 120-odd bison — the island feels nothing like nearby Los Angeles. All of which contributes to Catalina’s reputation as a paradise for outdoors enthusiasts. With restricted car usage, biking is one of the best ways to explore, and whether it’s cruising Avalon’s scenic, paved waterfront or tackling stony fire roads, there’s something for cyclists of all levels. To access the trails outside of town, a $35 Freewheeler Bike Pass can be purchased through the Catalina Island Conservancy. But... --- - Published: 2025-06-26 - Modified: 2025-06-24 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/an-ode-to-bicycling-arizonas-sky-island/ - Categories: Explore, Stefan Mostert - Tags: Arazona - Authors: Stefan Mostert Pedaling these magical mountains can be a transcontinental tour in miniature We always imagine a holiday as something that should happen far away. We want to cross the ocean or a continent to a place with different trees, different people, different things. That novelty and transformation pulls our attention back to the world around us before everything becomes too much the same. Yet the world is very big and new places hard to reach, so when you can experience several unfamiliar landscapes in a single, short journey, you’ve discovered something special. From my home in Tucson, Arizona, in the heart of the Sonoran Desert, there is just such a place. It’s called a sky island, and this particular one is part of the Santa Catalina Mountains. On it, I can experience almost the entire North American landscape in a single bike ride. Sky island describes these kinds of mountains perfectly. They are massive peaks scattered across the desert floor. Separated by miles of cacti and roaring sun, each mountain is an isolated habitat with its own microclimate and unique ecosystems. In fact, their seclusion means that many species can only be found on a single sky island because the next suitable habitat lies beyond a sea of desert. But their isolation isn’t the only thing that makes them unique. Nearing the upper reaches of Mount Lemmon, Tucson, Arizona Brandon Messner / Unsplash As a rule of thumb, for every 1,000 feet of elevation you gain, the temperature drops around five degrees, the equivalent of driving 300 miles north, and the landscape... --- - Published: 2025-06-16 - Modified: 2026-05-27 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/5-amazing-bike-tours-you-can-reach-by-amtrak/ - Categories: Jordan Hickey, Plan - Tags: Amtrak - Authors: Jordan Hickey At first glance, the nationwide map of Amtrak routes appears to be a sprawling spiderweb of interconnected rail lines doubling over one another as they crisscross the country. But to the trained eye, it’s a vast network of cycling opportunities. “Biking has been my main mode of transportation my whole life. I don’t own a car, so getting around by bikes and buses and trains is kind of just what I do,” says Emily Loberg, an Adventure Cycling tour leader who relies almost exclusively on rail transportation to reach the trips she guides. (“Alaska and Hawaii were not so easy,” she says with a laugh). Although there is certainly no small number of train-travel-specific logistics to take into account when planning a rails-to-wheels trip (we’d highly recommend starting your planning with this blog post and Amtrak’s guide to traveling with a bike), one of the biggest hurdles is simply knowing where to go. So consider this roundup of five country-spanning train trips and cycling routes your unofficial ticket to ride. 1) NORTH Amtrak: Empire Builder Cycling routes: Great Parks North or Great Divide Mountain Bike Route Type of bike service: Trainside Checked Bicycle Service (reservation required. Take note: Passengers are required to box their bike between Portland and Spokane. If you’re picking up the train between those stops, you’ll need to make extra accommodations. ) In the grand scheme of North American scenery, there aren’t many sights that can match Glacier National Park. During the summer, catch the Empire Builder... --- - Published: 2025-06-16 - Modified: 2026-05-27 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/ask-an-adventure-cycling-tour-leader-what-gear-do-i-need-for-a-week-long-tour-as-a-newbie/ - Categories: Brielle Wacker, Plan - Authors: Brielle Wacker I have good news and bad news. The equipment you need for a week-long tour is pretty much the same as what you need for a month-long or even cross-country tour. I say it’s good news because once you’ve dialed in your kit, you’ll be ready for all sorts of bike travel adventures. What Gear Do I Need for a Week-long Tour as a Newbie? Dear Newbie, I have good news and bad news. The equipment you need for a week-long tour is pretty much the same as what you need for a month-long or even cross-country tour. I say it’s good news because once you’ve dialed in your kit, you’ll be ready for all sorts of bike travel adventures. Woohoo! On the other hand, sourcing that much gear may be daunting, but I know you are up to the challenge. So where do you start? If you’ve camped, you probably already have a lot of the gear you need. Before I discovered my passion for cycling and bike travel, I was already a lover of the outdoors. I really enjoyed weekends driving to a nice spot, pitching a tent, cooking, and relaxing in nature. I had the basics, although not in any kind of lightweight form. When I started cycling, however, I didn’t personally know anyone who did self-supported bike touring. So, I decided to use the resources that I had and signed up for an eight-week backpacking class through my local Sierra Club chapter. While I enjoyed the weekend outings immensely, I always had in mind how I might apply the knowledge and skills I was learning to bike touring. Then, I slowly purchased lighter camping gear that was appropriate for both backpacking and bike touring. Which brings me back to your question: What do you need? Unless you’re trying to... --- - Published: 2025-06-02 - Modified: 2025-06-02 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/how-to-take-your-date-on-their-first-bikepacking-trip/ - Categories: Laura Killingbeck, Plan - Authors: Laura Killingbeck If they don’t dump you afterwards, congratulations. I met Nick on a dating app, and our first date was a bike ride. We pedaled to a river and sat on a rock by the water. He asked me lots of questions and listened thoughtfully to the answers. He was cute and sincere, and we had a lovely afternoon. After that, we met most weeks for bike excursions or dinners. Nick rides an old Surly Straggler which is probably a size too small for him. But he pushes it to its full capacity, logging thousands of hard, fast miles each year in Colorado’s thin mountain air. I’m a more whimsical rider, plodding along however the spirit takes me — slow but happy in any kind of weather. Somehow we found a rhythm that worked for us both. There was only one problem: Nick didn’t camp. I found out a couple weeks after we met. “Oh, I’ve been camping,” he said. “Maybe a few years ago? ” Something about me: I basically live outside. I’ve built my life around long journeys, and I often work from a portable keyboard in my tent. I knew that if we wanted to continue the relationship, we’d have to enjoy camping together. So a few days later, I floated the idea of a bikepacking trip. Nick said it was something he’d always wanted to try. We pulled up our calendars and found a few days in March when we could both get away. I was delighted — we were going on an adventure.... --- - Published: 2025-05-30 - Modified: 2025-06-09 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/escaping-gotham/ - Categories: Explore, Will Maurillo - Authors: Will Maurillo Finding trails outside the noise of New York City To celebrate our partnership with NYC-based Priority Bicycles for this year’s bike giveaway donation and membership drive, we asked the belt-drive bike manufacturer for a guide to something our Mountain Time zone-based editorial staff previously thought impossible: A bikepacking trip from the heart of Manhattan. Read their trip report, then click here to see how you can win a --- - Published: 2025-05-19 - Modified: 2025-05-30 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/e-bike-touring-and-bikepacking-tips/ - Categories: Jordan Hickey, Plan - Authors: Jordan Hickey A guide to riding farther, smarter, and happier After working at Adventure Cycling for more than three decades, Teri Maloughney knew her way around a bike. However, as the years went by, the act of cycling wasn’t as fun as it’d once been. And although there were still traditionalist naysayers who pooh-poohed the idea of e-bikes as “real” biking, Teri says that, at a certain point, she simply didn’t care anymore. She wanted to enjoy her bike again. “It brought back the joy of riding for me again — it really did," Teri said. "Having worked at Adventure Cycling for all those years, I've ridden a lot of miles, but it was getting so that it wasn't fun, and it certainly wasn't fun to commute. And then all of a sudden it was like, 'Oh, this is fun again. '" So, what’s the secret to unlocking fun on an e-bike? We turned to Teri, along with industry experts Jill Nazeer, Salsa's Brand Marketing Manager, and Noel Kegel, Adventure Cycling board member and president of Wheel & Sprocket, for their share of tips. Tip 1: Invest in Quality, Especially If You’re Planning for Distance As of this writing, e-bikes are more affordable than they’ve ever been. And while that’s great in some respects — because access matters, and anything that gets more riders on bikes can’t be all bad — there are some caveats. As Noel says, a less expensive e-bike might get you moving. How long it’ll last — and how long it’ll take to get fixed should... --- - Published: 2025-05-15 - Modified: 2025-05-12 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/ask-a-tour-leader-when-your-cycling-buddy-avoids-camp-duties/ - Categories: Brielle Wacker, Plan - Tags: Bikepacking Basics, Touring Basics - Authors: Brielle Wacker My riding partner always shirks camp duties. How can I get them to contribute their fair share? Dear Overworked, Bummer! I feel for you on this one. Going out on a limb here, I assume that this is someone you enjoy riding with enough that you’ve put up with shouldering more than your fair share until now. If so, I say “hurray! ” for having someone you like to ride with. Even if you’ve been riding and traveling with someone for a while, it doesn’t mean it will always be smooth sailing (or rolling! ). And sometimes when we let things go, the other person just assumes that we’re fine with the status quo and nothing needs to change. Just because bike travel is overall a ton of fun doesn’t mean that every single aspect is enjoyable. There is definitely work involved, and I don’t mean just while pedaling. I can think of plenty of people who love biking but when I start talking about camping, they say, “no, thank you. ” With camping, there are more logistics and tasks: you need to pack all your gear, then set up your tent and other camp spaces, and the next morning pack it all up again (even less fun if you have a wet tent! ). Then, of course, we need to feed ourselves, because food is fuel, and biking is definitely not fun if you’re hangry. If you are sharing a tent with your riding partner, maybe some of the... --- - Published: 2025-05-02 - Modified: 2026-05-27 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/bike-repair-skills-to-know-before-bikepacking/ - Categories: Alissa Bell, Plan - Tags: Bikepacking Basics, Touring Basics - Authors: Alissa Bell Basic bike repair skills are indeed very useful, especially in remote places where bike shops are few and far between, but you don’t have to know everything before you start. Eventually though, especially if you want to ride solo, you’ll need to learn the basics. Plus, it’s kind of fun! You’ll find many excellent how-to videos online — the ones by Park Tool are especially good — and some bike shops and outdoor retailers like REI offer in-person classes. You can learn the most important basics with a spare afternoon and a few tools. It’s important to get your hands dirty and practice with your own bike. Just watching videos and reading articles won’t cut it when you’re attempting a repair beside the trail in the pouring rain as the sun is setting. So don’t be afraid to roll up your sleeves and spend some quality time with your bike!   David Dalziel In rough order of priority (start at the top and work down), here are the skills to focus on: Adjust seat post height, saddle tilt, and saddle forward/back position so that you’re the most comfortable on your bike and know how to tweak the saddle position when you’re on the road Clean and lube the chain to keep it rust-free and running smoothly Fix a dropped chain (one that has slipped off the chainrings or cogs) Remove and reinstall both wheels, which might be different with different types of bikes Patch and replace a punctured tube Set... --- - Published: 2025-04-29 - Modified: 2025-05-06 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/buffalo-bicycles-profile/ - Categories: Bicycles: Selection, Bike & Gear Reviews, Courtney Holden, Explore, Inspire - Tags: Bikes and Gear, Culture History and Humor, Inspiration - Authors: Courtney Holden In America, whether our bike is a source of adventure (hello, new towns and terrain) or a ticket to a healthier life (goodbye, stress and fatigue), we generally ride them by choice. In Africa, however, bicycles are also an essential form of transportation, and not just from place to place. Bikes have the power to propel someone into a better life. A bike can cut a student’s two-hour walk to school in half, help a small business owner sell more eggs and milk at markets far from home, and allow a healthcare worker to reach more patients — and save more lives — in rural communities. “A bicycle is not just a bicycle,” says Brian Berkhout, World Bicycle Relief’s (WBR) Zimbabwe managing director. “It’s a tool for someone to achieve their educational dreams, provide for their household, or take care of sick children. It’s the magical enabler. ” WBR has worked to get that magical enabler into the hands of more deserving individuals — a lot more. Since its founding in 2005, the nonprofit has distributed roughly 850,000 bicycles across 21 countries (primarily in Africa), providing more than 2 million people with the mobility necessary for education, healthcare, and economic empowerment. Having two reliable wheels at their disposal means these individuals can conquer distance, achieve independence, and thrive. But WBR doesn’t supply just any bikes. “We created a bicycle that is purpose-designed with the voice of those people who need it the most,” says WBR CEO Dave Neiswander, adding that... --- - Published: 2025-04-15 - Modified: 2026-05-27 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/ask-an-adventure-cycling-tour-leader-how-to-get-over-trip-abandonment/ - Categories: Ask A Tour Leader, Brielle Wacker, Ride - Tags: Bikepacking Basics, Bikes and Gear, Camping, Touring Basics - Authors: Brielle Wacker I had to abandon a long tour that I had been planning for years halfway through it, and I’m still devastated. How do I get over it? Dear Devastated, I’m so sorry. It’s understandable that you’re feeling a great sense of loss, given how invested you were in this trip. It is totally okay to take some time to grieve the fact that it didn’t turn out as initially planned. You had intended to make this dream a reality, and circumstances got in the way of that happening. Something like this, that has been in your mind and heart for so long, isn’t something you can get over just like that. Last year I co-led two cross-country trips, and at each of the orientation meetings, our participants shared why they picked this particular trip. It was truly inspiring to hear so many of them describe the years, and even decades, that they had been thinking and dreaming of riding their bicycle across the country. Many had to wait for the right time, whether it was retirement or kids leaving the house. They had to get the support of their loved ones, since nine to eleven weeks is a really long time to be away from home and household responsibilities. Many had to save up money because even though bicycle travel is pretty darn cost-effective compared to other types of travel, it still costs a chunk of change to go on a multi-week tour. Everyone did so much preparation just to... --- - Published: 2025-04-11 - Modified: 2025-04-16 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/camping-tips-for-bikepacking/ - Categories: Alissa Bell, Plan - Tags: Bike Overnights, Bikepacking Basics, Camping, Food, Touring Basics - Authors: Alissa Bell Sleeping under the stars in a beautiful place, one that you reached under your own power, can be one of the biggest joys of bikepacking. If you’re new to camping it might seem like a lot to figure out, but with a little practice it can become a familiar routine. Choosing a Campsite A good campsite is key to enjoying your evening, getting a good night’s sleep, and waking up feeling rested and recovered the next morning. Here’s what to look for. Developed Campgrounds: Look for tent sites that won’t be surrounded by RVs, and avoid the sites next to and downwind of the restrooms. Primitive Campgrounds: You’ll find primitive campgrounds throughout public land like US National Forests. They may be free or cheap (bring cash in small denominations) and may lack amenities like water or bathrooms. On busy weekends you’ll find them mostly populated with RVs.   Belén-Castelló Wild Camping: In areas like National Forests where dispersed camping is legal, you’re free to camp almost anywhere as long as you follow Leave No Trace principles. This type of camping is ideal for getting away from vehicles and enjoying solitude. If you’d like to avoid being seen from the road, look for sites hidden behind a rise, uphill from the road, or on the insides of curves where headlights won’t reach you. Avoid camping on private land, or if you must, ask for permission first. If you find yourself needing to “stealth camp” somewhere you’d rather not be noticed, make... --- - Published: 2025-03-31 - Modified: 2026-05-27 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/food-and-water-strategies-for-bikepacking/ - Categories: Alissa Bell, Plan - Tags: Bike Overnights, Bikepacking Basics, Food, Touring Basics - Authors: Alissa Bell Water and food are always an important basic need for cyclists, and the remote nature of some bikepacking routes makes self-reliance absolutely essential. Knowing your route can help you strike the right balance between going thirsty and hungry and lugging an unnecessarily heavy load. However, always err on the side of having too much water and food rather than too little. Water You’ll want to sip water throughout the day to avoid dehydration. For many cyclists this means 2 or 3 big gulps every 20 minutes, or at least 3. 5 liters of water every 5 hours. In especially hot climates you may need more, but don’t go crazy; it’s actually possible to drink too much water, especially if you don’t replenish electrolytes (more on this below). If water is limited, stretch your supply further by drinking a liter every time you fill up, camping near water whenever possible, riding at cooler times of the day, and using the bare minimum for washing and cooking. Filtering Drinking Water It’s easiest to fill up with potable water at restaurants, convenience stores, or campgrounds, but between these stops, bikepackers often need to drink from natural sources like streams or lakes ... and sometimes less pristine sources like cattle tanks and muddy ponds. Always filter or purify water from natural sources to avoid getting sick from waterborne pathogens like Giardia. A lightweight backpacking filter like the Sawyer Squeeze catches bacteria and parasites, which is sufficient in the US and other infrastructure-rich countries. In... --- - Published: 2025-03-28 - Modified: 2025-03-28 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/bike-tour-santa-fe-new-mexico/ - Categories: Best Tours for Beginners, Bikepacking & Off-Road Touring, Dirt/Gravel Tours, Explore, Southwest - Tags: Bike Overnights, Epic Adventures, Inspiration, Places, Short Routes - Authors: Bryan Rogala Northern New Mexico’s painted high desert landscapes, green chile, turquoise, margaritas, and world-class art galleries may make you never want to leave. And why should you? With plentiful gravel roads, mountain tracks, and numerous bike and multiuse trails, the city is also a cycling paradise. In fact, the International Mountain Biking Association designated the Southwestern city as a Silver Level Ride Center in 2014, and the League of American Bicyclists renewed Santa Fe’s status as a Silver-Level Bike Friendly Community last year. Translation? The New Mexico capital caters to cyclists of all persuasions. And it caters well. If you like your tires fat, you’ll have access to everything from high-alpine singletrack to machine-cut jump trails — all within minutes of downtown. Roadies and gravel enthusiasts may have it even better. Miles and miles of lonely gravel lanes meander through the piñon- and juniper-studded high desert. And with more than 300 days of sunshine a year, chances are excellent that you’ll find a weather window for a trip, whether you’re using Santa Fe as a home base or a launching point for a longer tour. Photo: Nick Castelli; Unsplash. Santa Fe's Cathedral Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi Each season brings its own distinct flavor of riding. Spring temperatures are ideal for desert bikepacking trips, and summer marks the opening of post-snow high-alpine terrain. The real magic, however, happens during autumn in the Land of Enchantment (better known to locals as the Land of Entrapment for its ability to convert tourists... --- - Published: 2025-03-17 - Modified: 2025-05-27 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/short-rides-fulfilling-adventures/ - Categories: Laura Killingbeck, Ride - Tags: Bike Overnights, Culture History and Humor, Inspiration, Short Routes - Authors: Laura Killingbeck No matter where I am in the US, there’s always an Adventure Cycling route close by. When I lived in Michigan, I pedaled out my door onto the North Lakes route. In Arizona, I was just a few miles from the Great Divide. When I visited my friend Alison in San Francisco, I biked from her house onto the Pacific Coast Route. And in Massachusetts, I got to host my friends Kaisa and Christoffer as they pedaled down the Atlantic Coast Route. So when I moved to Durango, Colorado, this winter, I figured that trend would continue, and when I pulled up the Adventure Cycling route finder, I smiled. The Great Parks South Route started less than a mile from my house. Using Ride with GPS to navigate Adventure Cycling’s Great Parks South Route. Laura Killingbeck The first town along the path would be Mancos, about thirty miles away. My friend Dave lives on a beautiful homestead in Mancos. It was the perfect opportunity to invite myself over on a short bike adventure. And to test out Adventure Cycling’s newest innovation: hosting its maps on Ride with GPS. On a Wednesday in February, I stuffed some clothes and snacks in my panniers, hopped on my bike, and pedaled out the basement door. It was warm and sunny. A perfect day. I’d downloaded the route onto my phone through Ride with GPS. In classic Adventure Cycling fashion, this showed me the route layout, distance, and points of interest along the way.... --- - Published: 2025-03-10 - Modified: 2025-05-13 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/how-to-stop-overpacking/ - Categories: Ask A Tour Leader, Bicycle Travel Basics, Bicycle Travel Gear, Brielle Wacker, Plan - Tags: Bikepacking Basics, Bikes and Gear, Camping, Touring Basics - Authors: Brielle Wacker Heavy in Houston asks: I always overpack because I’m nervous I’ll need something I don’t have. How can I lighten my load both mentally and physically? Dear Heavy in Houston, You're not alone. While I have been on tours with a few fly-by-the-seat-of-their-pants folks, in my experience, the majority of pannier-toting bike tourists like to be prepared for anything. There’s nothing wrong with that, and it’s probably served you well in many aspects of your life. I get it; I’m a detail-loving planner, too! At the same time, one of the joys of bike touring and bikepacking is the freedom they give us from our day-to-day lives. And the last thing you want is to lose any of that joy by being weighed down both physically and metaphorically. As cyclists, we’re fortunate that by distributing the weight on our bikes, a few extra pounds might not matter as much as it would for a backpacker. But even so, a lighter load makes it easier to get down the road and up those hills. More than that, being on the move involves a lot of packing and unpacking. The more stuff you have, the more stuff you need to keep track of and the less time you have for enjoying those quiet sunsets and hilltop vistas — or simply getting a solid night of sleep! You’ve said that you always overpack, which makes me think that you’ve gone on bicycle tours before. That knowledge base is to your advantage. Have you... --- - Published: 2025-03-05 - Modified: 2025-05-13 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/bike-touring-alaska/ - Categories: blog, Explore, Lou Melini, Self Contained - Tags: Camping, Epic Adventures, Guided Tours, Inspiration - Authors: Lou Melini This article originally appeared in Cycling West, a print and digital publication about cycling in Utah, Idaho, Wyoming, Montana, Nevada, Arizona, California, and Colorado. An Alaskan bicycle tour has been on the bucket list for Julie and I for 15 years or more. Initially the plan was to ride the “North Star route” from Missoula, Montana to Denali National Park. That plan never rose to the top of our bucket list due to a bucketful of reasons. Julie and I are not yet ready to have a vehicle carry our gear, and we like to camp, so tours with vans and exclusively hotels were out. We have never been to Alaska, thus the thought of me pulling off the logistics in the manner that we are accustomed for an Alaskan trip seemed overwhelming to me. In September of 2023 I got on the Adventure Cycling Association (ACA) website to browse the annual self-supported bike trips being offered for 2024. The ACA is perhaps the only organization that has group trips in which the riders carry their gear with no van support (note that most of their trips are van supported). The Denali National Park trip popped up in front of my eyes. A quick consult with Julie sealed the plan with each of us paying a $200 down payment. The late June 2024 trip started in Anchorage and ended, 430 miles and 14 days later (11 riding days) in Denali National Park. In addition, Julie’s sister lives on the Kenai... --- - Published: 2025-02-26 - Modified: 2026-05-27 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/long-term-test-enve-mog/ - Categories: Berne Broudy, Bike & Gear Reviews, Explore - Tags: Bikes and Gear, review - Authors: Berne Broudy This review originally appeared in the Nov/Dec 2024 issue of Adventure Cyclist magazine. Click here to learn more. After years of producing high-end carbon bike components, ENVE finally decided to try its hand at full bike builds in 2021. The result was the Custom Road, whose geometry, paint, and components are tailored to each rider. The Melee and all-road Fray soon followed, and last year the firm finally released a gravel rig: the MOG (Mother of Gravel) reviewed here. Although it’s only available as a chassis, meaning it’s sold as a frame plus the fork, headset, stem, spacers, handlebar, and seatpost, the MOG’s sleek design is a testament to ENVE’s rise as a bike builder. It’s also a joy to ride. Built on 700c wheels with clearance for tires up to 50mm, it’s comfortable and forgiving enough for long tours but still fast enough to race. “The average consumer doesn’t need a dedicated bikepacking bike and a separate dedicated race bike,” said Jake Pantone, ENVE’s vice president of product and consumer experience. “This is a bike that can do everything you want a gravel bike to do, and it can do it well. ” To craft the MOG’s personality, ENVE fabricated a fleet of demos with different geometries ranging from slacked out and “mountain-bikey” to road-focused. Then they sent their staff out for test rides on the river-bottom singletrack and mountain roads that snake around their Ogden, Utah, office. The version they settled on is in the middle of those... --- - Published: 2025-02-25 - Modified: 2026-05-27 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/bikepacking-planning-checklist/ - Categories: Alissa Bell, Plan - Tags: Bike Overnights, Bikepacking Basics, Touring Basics - Authors: Alissa Bell You don’t have to plan your bikepacking trip months in advance, but it certainly doesn’t hurt — especially if you want to tackle a long ride overseas. Here’s a general timeline and trip planning checklist to help keep you on track. 1 to 3 Months Before You Go: Ride your bike often, stay active, and begin working up to longer rides. Check out our bikepacking training guide for more. Pick a bikepacking route and make a rough plan for camp locations, water refills, and food resupply stops. Make reservations for popular campgrounds and hotels, especially if you plan on riding during that region’s high season. Pro tip: If all the campgrounds are booked, consider dispersed camping. Arrange transportation for yourself and your bike. Talk to a medical professional about any health concerns. Start learning and practicing basic bike maintenance. 2 to 4 Weeks Before You Go: Acquire all the bikepacking gear you'll need and start using it on training rides to dial in your packing system. Not sure what gear you’ll need? We’ve got you covered. Test any new camping gear to make sure you know how it works. Review the route, make a navigation plan and acquire maps or apps as needed. Call to verify business hours for any critical stops. Bike maintenance checkup: Go through essentials yourself or visit a bike shop for a tune up. Transition to riding terrain that’s similar to your intended bikepacking route, if you haven’t been already. Consider a fully loaded overnight shakedown... --- - Published: 2025-02-04 - Modified: 2025-04-14 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/maine-bike-travel-guide-usbrs/ - Categories: Explore, Robert Isenberg - Authors: Robert Isenberg Lighthouses jutting out of cliffs. Fresh Atlantic lobster. Colossal forests of spruce and fir. Maine conjures a lot of romantic images, and if you love vast timberland and quiet small towns, Vacationland certainly lives up to its nickname. But while there are many ways to explore this holiday hot spot— from RVs to Harleys — one of the best methods is also the least known: Cycling 396 miles across Maine on U. S. Bicycle Route 1. Opened in 1982, USBRS 1 is one of the original corridors laid out by the U. S. Bicycle Route System, and while it extends piecemeal for 1,820 miles from Maine to Florida, its northernmost segment stands out due to its wildness. There are no big cities here like Baltimore or Miami. Heck, Maine’s population density is 43 people per square mile. The climate skews chilly and rainy, even by New England standards. And aside from Stephen King movies and the novelty of pronouncing Bar Harbor without Rs, Maine isn’t as well known or understood outside New England as, say, North Carolina or Florida. A classic Maine lobster roll. Photo by Alexander Grey. But that’s all part of the appeal. Maine is a place for small towns, quiet reflection, and hours of backwoods riding. Here is a quick introduction. When to Go Generally speaking, Maine is bitterly cold November through March, and snow can fall as early as October and as late as May. Autumn and spring are beautiful, but storms can be as frequent... --- - Published: 2025-01-22 - Modified: 2025-05-02 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/safety-concerns-for-bikepackers/ - Categories: Plan - Tags: Bikepacking Basics - Authors: Alissa Bell Riding a bicycle on backroads and trails is actually, statistically speaking, quite safe. Still, it’s natural to feel anxious about “what ifs” when jumping into something new. The best way to cope with worry is to figure out what’s most likely to go wrong, make sure you’re prepared to deal with it, and then relax and enjoy the ride. Motor Vehicles Motor vehicles are statistically the biggest danger to most cyclists, so you can feel good about bikepacking’s focus on quiet backroads and trails. Still, if there’s any chance you’ll meet vehicles on a section of your route, follow the usual safety tips for riding with traffic: Wear bright visible clothing. Use a flashing tail light and headlight. Consider a helmet mirror or handlebar mirror so you’re not surprised by traffic coming up behind you. Ride predictably and confidently, follow traffic laws, and signal turns with your arms. Backcountry Safety Though trails and backroads are safer from a traffic perspective, they do make it harder to find help if needed. Practice self-reliance with these tips: Send a copy of your planned route to a friend or family member Carry appropriate clothing and shelter for the weather Have a backup navigation system Know where water sources are and monitor your water supply Ride within your skill limit on difficult terrain, and wear a helmet Consider carrying a satellite communication device in places without cell reception, and have a plan for how you’ll use it for both serious and less serious issues.... --- - Published: 2025-01-17 - Modified: 2025-05-02 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/training-for-your-bikepacking-trip/ - Categories: Plan - Tags: Bikepacking Basics - Authors: Alissa Bell Simply put, bikepacking is more fun when mind and body are on the same team. Many a long bike ride has begun with no training at all, and we’re not here to discourage anyone from trying if that’s your style. But there is freedom in feeling like your body is helping you cover the miles instead of complaining about them. Build a Base by Riding Often If you’re new to cycling or haven’t ridden much lately, start by simply riding as much as possible: to the store, to work, to the park on Saturday afternoon. Even indoor trainers count, though try to ride outside as much as you can. Ideally, begin this phase a few months before a big trip so you have time for more specific training later. Use this time to let your body and bike get used to each other. Make sure your saddle is comfortable or try a different one. Dial in its position and height using an online guide or the help of a local bike shop. Ride with a multitool and make adjustments on the fly, noting how they affect your posture and comfort. Cycling Form Tips Now is the time to build efficient pedaling habits. Think about pedaling in a circular motion and applying force throughout the entire stroke instead of just pushing downward. When you feel yourself working hard to keep the pedals moving, shift to an easier gear so you can spin the pedals faster with less resistance. Remind yourself to... --- - Published: 2025-01-10 - Modified: 2025-03-13 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/lighthouses-and-lobster-rolls-a-guide-to-riding-in-portland-maine/ - Categories: Explore - Tags: Places - Authors: Greg M. Peters This story originally appeared as the Be Here Now feature of the 2024 Sept/Oct issue of Adventure Cyclist. Perched on a peninsula in the south- western edge of Casco Bay, the city of Portland, Maine, is infused with all things ocean. Even the city’s most famous district is called the Old Port, evoking its maritime heritage. Foodies, hipsters, tourists, and fishermen mingle among stately brick buildings that rise from a maze of cobblestone streets. Overhead, squawking seagulls drift through the salt-tinged air. Over the last couple of decades, Portland has rightfully cemented its reputation as a destination city with top-tier food, arts, and music scenes. Fortunately for those who prefer to travel on two wheels, it also serves up some tasty biking adventures. Beginner / Day Ride Route: Black Cove Eastern Prom Distance: 18 miles Elevation gain: 278 feet For a great introduction to the city, head onto the Back Cove Trail and the Eastern Promenade Trail, and then up and over the Casco Bay Bridge into South Portland for a day ride with plenty of visual and gastronomic diversions. The region’s original inhabitants, the Abenaki, called the area Machigonne, which means “Great Neck” in Algonquin, and this tour takes you along most of the “neck” that sticks out into the ocean. Warm up on the Back Cove Trail, a mostly flat 3. 6-mile paved and crushed-stone loop that delivers views of Portland’s western skyline, before hopping onto the paved Eastern Promenade Trail and rolling into the heart of the... --- - Published: 2025-01-09 - Modified: 2025-05-02 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/bikepacking-gear-what-to-take-how-to-pack-it/ - Categories: Plan - Tags: Bikepacking Basics, Bikes and Gear - Authors: Alissa Bell If bike touring with panniers is like traveling with a big roller suitcase, bikepacking is like traveling with only a carry-on backpack. The goal is to have everything you need and also to need everything you have. Here are some tips for packing lighter: Bring less stuff! Ask yourself “What would happen if I didn’t bring this? ” If the answer is unremarkable, then leave it at home. Repackage consumables like toiletries, food, and chain lube into smaller containers and remove extra packaging. Don’t sweat personal hygiene. Though it’s smart to keep saddle-related areas clean to avoid chafing or infection, it’s normal to let other standards slip a bit. Use gear for multiple purposes: eat directly out of your pot, sleep with your head on a stuff sack full of clothes, use a spare sock as a camp towel, and dig your bathroom cathole with a tent stake. Look to the lightweight (or even ultralight) backpacking community for more ideas. Clothing for Bikepacking You don’t need a whole new wardrobe for bikepacking, but there are a few important points to consider when planning a clothing system that’s both effective and lightweight. Base layers: this is what you’ll be riding in when the weather is warm. Choose fabrics that dry fast and pull moisture away from your skin. Avoid cotton in favor of synthetics or merino wool. Mid layers: long sleeve shirt and tights for extra warmth and/or sleeping. Insulated jacket: for evenings and chilly mornings, or to sleep in on... --- - Published: 2024-12-16 - Modified: 2025-03-28 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/gender-equity-mechanics-bicycle-maintenance-workshops/ - Categories: Support - Authors: Gender Equity Mechanics Gender Equity Mechanics (GEM) is a gathering of women and non-binary people interested in learning hands-on bicycle maintenance and repair skills. We would like to give a shout out to Bikes Together, a non-profit in Denver, Colorado that uses recycled bicycles as a vehicle for equitable social change, as they inspired the name for GEM. GEM's hands-on workshops are offered monthly at the Free Cycles community bike shop in Missoula, Montana, after the shop closes to the public, and the workshops are solely for women and non-binary people. We welcome and encourage all skill levels, and accommodate various experience levels by offering beginner, intermediate, and advanced mechanic lessons in separate work spaces. GEM Nights are free to the public, but we do accept donations. The workshops are led by female staff of Free Cycles as well as incredible women and non-binary volunteers from the community. We aim to have a minimum of two leaders in order to provide quality help, and with the help of an Adventure Grant from Adventure Cycling, we were able to have more instructors by offering payment to Free Cycles staff for their time. Each workshop was scheduled to last two hours, yet nearly every workshop lasted an additional 30-45 minutes due to high demand. We rotate the workshops each month to various nights of the week in order to accommodate different schedules, and during the sessions we encouraged the benefits of self-sufficiency and maintenance skills. We covered the essentials, including bike stand use, air, and... --- - Published: 2024-12-03 - Modified: 2025-05-02 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/me-myself-and-i/ - Categories: Ride - Tags: Health - Authors: Bryan Rogala This story originally appeared in the 2024 Nov/Dec issue of Adventure Cyclist magazine’s Final Mile essay anthology. *** I rode with tears streaming down my face. I pedaled as hard as I could, hoping that being on my bike would fix it. It used to always fix it. But this time was different — for the first time in my life, I didn’t want to be there anymore. As cars whizzed by, I couldn’t help but think things would be easier if I rode in front of one. In August 2019, two friends and I spent 14 days bikepacking 539 miles along the Colorado Trail. I’d spent the early months of that year training for the ride, and for much of the summer, I’d put in more than 100 miles a week on my mountain bike to prepare. But when I returned to my home in New Mexico and settled back into normal life, my anxiety and depression began to ratchet up. It kept getting worse until those intrusive thoughts started taking up longer residences in my brain, particularly anytime I rode by myself. What was once a sacred space and a way to clear my head became something I feared because it meant I had to be alone with myself and my thoughts. And I didn’t like either. That’s when I knew things weren’t working. I’d been in therapy for a year by the time I started to fear cycling. I’d done a lot of work to understand and... --- - Published: 2024-11-26 - Modified: 2025-03-28 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/out-our-front-door-celebrates-successful-adaptive-cycling-season/ - Categories: Support - Authors: Out Our Front Door This year, we were able to welcome 19 young people with adaptive needs (and their families), plus two adults with adaptive needs on our weekend bike camping trips for free. Through our inclusive model, Bike Camping For Everyone, we address the physical, emotional, and social health of our participants. Physical activity such as cycling (as well as immersion in nature) has been associated with improved mental health and psychological well-being. This includes improved self-esteem and moods as well as anxiety management. Our program is able to accommodate participants with a wide range of complex disabilities. These families are often amazed at what is possible with the right expertise and equipment. Out Our Front Door serves communities in and around Chicago, including under-resourced and disenfranchised populations. The families and adults we worked with this year came from many Chicago neighborhoods including North Lawndale, Hermosa, Humboldt Park, and many others. We had a number of key partners in this endeavor for 2024, including the Chicago Park District, Emily Oaks Nature Center in Skokie, and Cook County Forest Preserves. These partners helped provide the space for our outings, as well as loans from their camping gear libraries. We also worked closely with KEEN Chicago, which serves young people with a variety of disabilities. In addition to the eight different overnights, we also led a number of day rides to help recruit for our overnight program. These helped get young people on our bikes, feeling comfortable cycling and helping see the potential in adaptive... --- - Published: 2024-11-15 - Modified: 2025-05-02 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/canal-queens-take-on-the-empire-state-beginners-guide-to-the-northern-tier-section-10/ - Categories: Explore - Tags: Places - Authors: Cris Cadiz There are many shades of adventure, and you have to start somewhere. I’ve learned from over 20 years of riding and leading group rides that adventurous cycling at any level results in a sense of competence, accomplishment, wonder, and joy. I’m an avid mountain biker, road rider and more recently enjoy gravel riding in New England, but I have never bikepacked or completed a multi-day cycling trip. I learned about the 750-mile Empire State Trail in New York and was intrigued by the 360-mile Erie Canal section: virtually flat, 60% paved, and 87% car free. That sounded about my speed! I talked two 50-something girlfriends into joining me, but a real bed and hot shower were their requirements for the seven-day ride from Buffalo to Albany. As newbies, we decided that carrying all our gear was not ideal, so I wrangled us a sherpa/sag wagon. A very kind friend drove our stuff between each night’s lodging and was on-call if disaster struck. He managed to pedal 200 miles over the week plus enjoyed sightseeing, laughter, beer, and a few good meals. My sister lives in Buffalo and she has just started riding regularly. Our first 50-mile leg was her personal challenge, and I rode it with her. Win-win-win! Coincidentally, almost 90 miles of our route is part of Adventure Cycling’s Northern Tier Route, which crosses the country from Washington to Maine including a short jaunt through Canada. This year is the 40th anniversary of the creation of the Northern Tier... --- - Published: 2024-10-30 - Modified: 2024-10-30 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/good-seeds-cycling-central-washington-during-the-apple-harvest/ - Categories: Ride - Tags: Culture History and Humor, Places - Authors: Sean Riley This story originally appeared in the Sept/Oct 2024 issue of Adventure Cyclist magazine. Apples got their start 12 million years ago in Central Asia in the area we now call Kazakhstan. There in the Tian Shan mountains, wild apple trees grew and evolved, creating fecund forests rich with birds, bears, and every variety of apple imaginable. A small town eventually grew near this forest and called itself Almaty — “king of the apples. ” Almaty became a commerce hub between the East and West, and by 1500 BC, the apples that had evolved millions of years in Almaty’s forests began to spread to Persia and Europe via horse panniers and digestive tracts. (Apples’ hard, teardrop-sized seeds can survive animals’ digestive systems perfectly intact, finding themselves miles away from their origins and starting life anew. ) The Persians and Greeks soon not only created bucolic apple orchards, but refined their apples’ flavors. Orchardists used grafting, the technique of inserting the bud of one tree into the stem of another, to propagate particular varieties of apple, creating apples consistent in tastes and textures they desired. Eating dinner al fresco among the apple trees was a way to experience beauty and showcase their power. In the second century BC, Almaty became a node on the Silk Road, the 4,000-mile trading route connecting Rome with China. While silk and Buddhism went west and gold and Christianity went east, apples went far in both directions. Centuries later, the apple would even cross an ocean and... --- - Published: 2024-10-29 - Modified: 2025-03-28 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/trip-recap-chicago-united-cycling-clubs-2024-overnight/ - Categories: Support - Authors: Chicago United Cycling Club Chicago United Cycling Club was so excited to receive an Adventure Grant from the Adventure Cycling Association. Our grant last year allowed our team to host its first bikepacking trip focused on WTFNB, BIPOC riders. We had fewer cyclists this year (six compared to 10 in 2023) but fewer had previous bikepacking experience. Our group of six met early Saturday morning, rolling out from a coffee shop and cycling at a leisurely pace along the Lakefront Trail, the first trail we'd take that day. We pedaled along roads, stopping every 10 miles or so to refill our water bottles and have snacks to avoid bonking on the warm summer day. We were excited when we made it to the turnoff for Illinois Beach State Park and cheered when we saw the sign for the park, which was about 49 miles from where we started. That distance was the longest some of our riders have done in a day, which called for extra celebration (mostly applause and more cheers). We spent the afternoon at the beach, the cool Lake Michigan water refreshing after a day sweating on the bike. Some of us threw a frisbee around while others chose to dunk themselves in the water or hang out on the beach. That night, we made dinner and talked more, getting to know one another and making jokes. This trip was instrumental in building community. Many expressed a happiness and safety in being able to do this sort of trip with people... --- - Published: 2024-10-22 - Modified: 2024-10-24 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/trip-recap-cat-adventure-cycling-womens-overnight/ - Categories: Support - Authors: Jennifer Cunningham In the summer of 2023 — thanks to the grant from Adventure Cycling Association — the Coalition for Appropriate Transportation (CAT) stepped up its game from hosting weekly women’s rides to our first van-supported overnight. In the summer of 2024, thanks to another grant, we bumped it up again and planned a two-night trip. Alas, while thunderstorms cut our adventure one day short, there were plenty of ways we built on the experience and knowledge gained from the first year. This winter, five women from the 2023 overnight took a course to become ride leaders with CAT, a nonprofit organization that empowers people to bike, walk, and bus around Pennsylvania’s Lehigh Valley safely and efficiently. The women have been planning routes and leading up to 20 riders of all ages and abilities, increasing the number of cyclists in the area. Several women got into Ride with GPS and Google Maps, planning this year's 25-mile-per-day route, and three cyclists even eschewed the support vehicle and carried their own gear! The Adventure We started out with a hearty breakfast, safety checks, and a short orientation meeting before taking off down the South Bethlehem Greenway. Good news / bad news: I fractured my tailbone and couldn’t co-lead the ride, but I still wanted to participate, so I took on the role of food and hydration Support and Gear (SAG) for the cyclists. If you’ve ever been on an Adventure Cycling Association supported trip, this is the van that follows you around with snacks.... --- - Published: 2024-10-14 - Modified: 2024-10-24 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/crashing-into-the-party/ - Categories: Explore - Authors: Chris Walker This story originally appeared in the 2024 Nov/Dec issue of Adventure Cyclist magazine’s Final Mile essay anthology. On the outskirts of Shanghai, the buildings began to grow skyward. Factories morphed into apartment complexes. Apartments stretched into office towers. It felt like I was cycling into a man-made canyon, its glass and steel walls a potent reminder of China’s booming economy. It was December 12, 2013, and I was as anxious as I was excited. I knew my buddy Morgan was, too. We were on the cusp of finishing a nearly two-year ride. Its origins can be traced to a hazy evening at a Chicago dive bar. Morgan and I had been friends since junior high, and as we were about to graduate college, neither of us felt particularly inspired by the idea of an office job. After a few cheap beers floated to our heads, a round-the-world bicycle trip seemed like a perfectly irresponsible solution. To our surprise, we actually followed through on the idea. We pushed off from Paris on March 1, 2012, and rode east across Europe and Turkey. We flew to India and spent five months pedaling the subcontinent, explored Myanmar during a brief window of political stability, and crisscrossed the jungles of Southeast Asia. Then we returned to Turkey and traversed Central Asia, cycling the ’Stans and summiting 15,000-foot mountain passes before descending into China, the 16th and final country of our journey. As we neared our arbitrary finish line, I looked forward to all the... --- - Published: 2024-10-11 - Modified: 2025-05-02 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/in-the-tall-trees/ - Categories: Ride - Tags: Places - Authors: Jeffrey Yeates This article originally appeared in the 2024 Nov/Dec issue of Adventure Cyclist magazine. "The earth has a small negative charge of around 200 millivolts, and humans have about the opposite. " I nodded, unsure of the science behind this assertion, as Mark, a pediatric surgeon turned mental health therapist, explained his theories to me at the breakfast table. It was my first morning in New Zealand. "Humans need to neutralize that charge," he continued. "You do that by getting in touch with the earth. " I nodded again. Mark then leaned closer, away from his wife, and lowered his voice. "The other therapists in my practice don’t like it, but instead of pills, I sometimes prescribe my patients to get into nature. " He sat back and smiled. "You know, walk barefoot. Touch some trees. " This story is not just about trees. Or millivolts. It’s about a bike ride along New Zealand’s Timber Trail, one of 23 Great Rides sprinkled throughout this scenic, far-off land. Located in the middle of New Zealand’s Pureora Forest on the North Island, the route is described in an online brochure as "the best two-day ride in the country. Hyperbole? I’ve come to touch some trees — or at least ride among them — and find out. On Day One, with Mark’s opinions about millivolts and non-pharmaceutical prescriptions ringing in my head, our group finished an ample breakfast of bacon, eggs, and sausage, plus all the muesli, fruit, and coffee we could take, at... --- - Published: 2024-10-03 - Modified: 2025-03-28 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/a-10-person-45-mile-group-ride-in-oregon-with-friends-on-bikes/ - Categories: Support - Authors: Friends on Bikes Thanks to our Adventure Grant, ten WTFNB (Women, Trans, Femme, Non-Binary), BIPOC riders met for a multi-modal bikepacking trip from downtown Portland to Stub Stewart State Park in Banks, OR. The group included both experienced and first-time bikepackers, riding 45 miles and tackling 1,335 feet of elevation along a mixed-surface route on the Banks-Vernonia trail, staying overnight at a campsite in Stub Stewart State Park. (See Adventure Cycling's video about the Short Route to Stub Stewart. ) We met up on Saturday morning outside of J's Cafe in Portland to catch the next MAX train to Hillsboro. Riders had a chance to get to know each other as we rode the MAX to the end of the line. Luckily for us, it started pouring rain as soon as we got off the train! We took a detour to a cafe to warm up with coffee and lunch and wait out the rain. After about half an hour, the sun peeked out, and we resumed our ride. This was, fortunately, the last we would see of the rain that day — moments of sun continued surprising us through the clouds as we were cruising along bucolic roads and fields of flowers at a conversational pace. We stopped along the way at Jim's Market in Banks to have lunch and chat (and peruse the epic fried food hot bar). We then rode through the woods on the Banks-Vernonia Trail until we reached L. L. Stub Stewart State Park. Once at the campsite,... --- - Published: 2024-08-29 - Modified: 2024-11-05 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/bike-touring-during-wildfire-season/ - Categories: Ride - Authors: Hollie Ernest Climate change is increasing North America’s dramatic wildfires each year, with apocalyptic smoke-darkened skies and scorched landscapes. In 2021, smoke from California wildfires reached as far as New York City, while ashes from Colorado fires fell on coastal regions. “Unfortunately, because smoke can travel thousands of miles, you don’t have to be close to the fires by wildfire smoke,” said Dr. Mary Prunicki, director of air pollution and health research at the Sean N. Parker Center for Allergy and Asthma Research, in an interview with the Washington Examiner. Recent studies suggest that particulates in wildfire smoke are 10 times more harmful to humans than car exhaust. The majority of wildfire smoke is made up of particulate matter with a diameter of 2. 5 micrometers, called PM 2. 5. These particles are so tiny that 30 of them equal the width of one human hair. Invisible to the naked eye, they can infiltrate our lungs and our bloodstream, impacting our immune system and central nervous system. “Air pollution that comes from wildfires affects every organ in our body,” says Aaron Bernstein, who leads the Harvard T. H. Chan School of Public Health’s Center said in an interview with Outside Online. Between wildfires and the resulting smoke plumes, plans for pedal-powered adventures might need to be altered. Dr. John Balmes, a California air pollution researcher and spokesperson for the American Lung Association, says, “The worst thing to do is to go exercise like running or biking when the air quality is bad,... --- - Published: 2024-08-15 - Modified: 2024-08-15 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/remember-the-removal-team-completes-950-mile-ride-in-june-2024/ - Categories: Support - Authors: Will Chavez The 16th Remember the Removal team completed its nearly month-long journey on June 21, 2024, as the team rode into Tahlequah, OK, the capital of Cherokee Nation. The annual endeavor is meant to honor the Cherokee people who survived and perished nearly 200 years ago when 16,000 Cherokees were forcibly removed from their southeastern homelands in Alabama, Georgia, Tennessee, and North Carolina. A quarter of the population was lost to injuries, extreme weather, starvation, murder, and diseases. The bike ride, partially sponsored by the Adventure Cycling Association, is also meant to instill leadership qualities in the youth who take part. The Remember the Removal ride began in 1984 as a youth leadership program to prepare youth for future challenges while teaching them Cherokee history and culture. After that initial ride in 1984, the event returned in 2009 and has been taking place since except for 2020 due to COVID-19 limitations. “It’s been a lot of hard work, but it’s been a really great experience. I’m really excited to do this bike ride, and I’m grateful to have this opportunity,” RTR cyclist Hannah Neugin, 19, of Lost City, Oklahoma, said before beginning the ride. “My teammates and I have had a lot of time to get to know one another, and we’ve all developed great bonds with one another. A lot of hard work goes into this bike ride that a lot of people don’t get to see. We spend a lot of time doing weekly trainings. A lot of people... --- - Published: 2024-07-31 - Modified: 2024-11-05 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/rolling-with-the-flow-in-the-d-c-summer-heat-with-camp-mwaba/ - Categories: Support - Authors: Qudsiya Naqui Metro Washington Association of Blind Athletes (MWABA) was thrilled to receive a grant from Adventure Cycling for our second annual tandem bike camping trip. This year, 25 campers braved the heat to camp with us on the Marsden Track on the C&O Canal Towpath. Of this year’s group, three people were first-time bike campers. Through a heat advisory, a detour, and many more adventures, we managed to roll with the flow and had a great time! Eight tandem pairs and our wonderful drivers met at the Bethesda Metro. Everyone was already sweaty but buzzing with excitement. This year, one of our campers, Qudsiya Naqui, served as our documentarian—she was at the ready with her phone to record our experiences for an audio story that will be featured on her podcast, Down to the Struts, in Fall 2024. Five pairs of tandem bikers who were interested in a longer ride took a 24-mile route through neighborhood streets to Rock Creek Park, and then along the Potomac River on the Capital Crescent and C&O Canal trails. Three tandem pairs did the same 14-mile route as last year down the Capital Crescent Trail, then out on the C&O Canal Towpath. Unlike last year, the towpath was almost completely dry with no puddles to splash through, but we still saw plenty of blue herons in the canal. When we arrived at the campsite, we unloaded our gear and set up our tents. We sat around a picnic table for a late lunch, talking about... --- - Published: 2024-07-24 - Modified: 2024-11-05 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/trip-recap-langfords-third-annual-bike-overnight/ - Categories: Support - Authors: Kari Kuwamura This is the third Langford Elementary School bike camping trip supported by Adventure Cycling’s Bike Overnights program. You can read about the first one here and the second one here. This year, Langford Elementary School celebrated its third annual bike camping trip, supported by Adventure Cycling’s Bike Overnights program. Embracing the tradition, students and volunteers embarked on an adventure from Langford Elementary to McKinney Falls State Park on May 9-10, 2024, marking the final trip before the school closed for renovations. For over seven years, Langford Elementary and the Ghisallo Cycling Initiative have partnered to provide South Austin students with biking opportunities, fostering skills, exploration, and friendships. This time, ten enthusiastic students and three dedicated volunteers set out for an overnight trip. A Hot and Challenging Journey Gathering in a classroom after school, the group prepared their bikes, filled water bottles, and loaded gear, including tents and sleeping bags, into the support vehicle. The six-mile ride to McKinney Falls was filled with camaraderie and encouragement as students navigated neighborhood streets, bike lanes, and McKinney Falls Parkway. The trails were too overgrown this year, necessitating a road and bike lane route. Braving one of the hottest days of the year, with temperatures soaring over 90 degrees and limited shade, the kids persevered with the support vehicle providing much-needed water, air conditioning, and moral support. Arriving at McKinney Falls, the intense heat couldn’t dampen their spirits. The group set up camp with enthusiasm and cooperation. The students, many of whom were new... --- - Published: 2024-07-02 - Modified: 2024-11-05 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/redwood-national-park-local-adventures-can-be-grand-adventures/ - Categories: Ride - Tags: Places - Authors: Hollie Ernest This is a ride report for the Short Route: Eureka, CA: Redwood Coast Loop while the author and her husband were developing the route. Sweat dripped down my nose and landed on my handlebars. Gnats whirred in my ears, determined to steal my sanity. By slapping them, I slapped my own face, and when I slapped my ear too hard my hand got tangled in my helmet strap. I cursed the added weight of the bottle of wine and steak in my pannier. Won’t steak be fun, I had thought. Won’t that be romantic. It was the Friday of Memorial Day weekend. I questioned why we weren’t swimming and grilling out on the long weekend, like normal people. Instead, I was huffing and puffing and checking the map every tenth of a mile to see if we were at the top of the long, steep gravel climb. We had left our house near the breezy Pacific Ocean in Arcata, California, and pedaled 35 miles over two watersheds, inland to the mountains and the heat. I used to think there was no point cycling roads I drove all the time. For years, I planned cycling trips in other states or countries and neglected the roads around me. Groups of us would mountain bike on our local forest trails, but local overnights seemed either too close or too much hassle. But my partner Tom and I had decided to change it up, mapping this loop and riding it over the long weekend.... --- - Published: 2024-06-06 - Modified: 2025-05-02 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/a-little-loop-in-michigan/ - Categories: Ride - Tags: Places - Authors: Laura Killingbeck One of my favorite ways to see a new place is to make my own bike loop. I love pedaling away from wherever I am and returning a few days later to the same spot. There’s a magic in leaving and returning at the speed of your own legs. This year I spent the winter caretaking a condo and dog in western Michigan, and after that I had a few days to explore. I decided to go on a little bike loop to see more of the backcountry and coastline. Route Planning To plan this trip, I just poked around the Adventure Cycling Association website and Bikepacking. com to see if there were any bike routes nearby. On the Adventure Cycling website I found the North Lakes cycling route, a paved U. S. bike route along the coast of Lake Michigan. The route had easy resupplies, great views of the lake, and plenty of camping options. And it passed directly through the town I was in! I found the North Country Traverse on Bikepacking. com. This is a 172-mile non-technical singletrack route starting at a trailhead about 50 miles away. The route also showed plenty of backcountry camping options, water, and easy resupplies. I compared the two routes and found they intersected at the northern terminus of the North Country Traverse at Traverse City, creating a near-perfect loop. I could ride out of town on the North Lakes cycling route, cut over to the North Country Traverse, take that to... --- - Published: 2024-05-23 - Modified: 2025-01-09 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/planning-a-group-bike-tour/ - Categories: Kyle Dunlin, Plan - Tags: Touring Basics - Authors: Kyle Dunlin One of my favorite hobbies outside of bicycle touring is beach volleyball. I’m not very good, but I do enjoy the time at the beach and with old and new friends. Recently through an old friend, I found a group of other volleyball enthusiasts who took an interest in bicycle touring after hearing my stories and those of another in the group. The group started at about 15 people interested in participating but quickly whittled down to six or seven who were serious enough to commit. I’m always keen on sharing bicycle touring so was thrilled to have accidentally found a group of first timers. I quickly learned that bringing together such a large and disparate group was going to be more challenging than I had first thought. Everyone had questions. They ranged from asking what exactly a bicycle tour overnight meant, to what to pack, and how to prepare. Many people needed gear ranging from bicycles and panniers to various camping equipment, and I realized that I needed to develop a concrete plan that would require the least amount of effort and investment in gear possible while still keeping the trip interesting. Since everyone lived in San Diego County, I decided we should meet at the Old Town Trolley Station, which is central and easy to get to by all lines of the Trolley (San Diego’s light rail), many buses, and of course by bicycle. From there, it’s a flat 20 miles to the Tijuana River Valley Campground, right... --- - Published: 2024-05-06 - Modified: 2025-05-02 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/celebrating-the-northern-tier-on-its-40th-anniversary/ - Categories: Ride - Tags: Inspiration - Authors: Maggie Slepian In June of 1976, Adventure Cycling — then known as Bikecentennial — mapped and publicized their first route: the TransAmerica Trail. This cross-country route stretched over 4,000 miles from Astoria, Oregon to Yorktown, Virginia and became an instant classic. But even as the TransAmerica Trail was being finalized, another idea was taking shape: a second route that would also cross the U. S. coast to coast, but this one would stay up north. The idea was to hug the Canada / U. S. border, aiming to maximize the grandeur and rugged beauty of the northern part of the country. This is the route that would become the Northern Tier, initially conceived in 1975 and officially mapped by Adventure Cycling cartographers in 1983 and 1984. The final version, completed in 1984, was a 4,296-mile adventure from Anacortes, Washington to Bar Harbor, Maine. To gain funding for the Northern Tier’s development, Adventure Cycling Founder Greg Siple and former Adventure Cycling Executive Director Gary MacFadden pulled out all the stops on their proposal. They displayed the system of routes combined with photographs of scenery along the way, sending professionally bound copies of the proposal to the Huffy Foundation, which had potential for grant funding. Eventually the deal was made, and the financial backing helped make the Northern Tier possible. Pamphlet page displaying routes along the Northern Tier states. The Northern Tier was created by combining a network of pre-existing routes linked together with new segments to reach coast to coast; a dramatic, challenging... --- - Published: 2024-04-29 - Modified: 2025-05-02 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/my-year-of-bikepacking-the-bucket-list/ - Categories: Explore - Tags: Inspiration - Authors: Taneika Duhaney This year, I got to check bikepacking off my bucket list. I didn't just check it off my list; I immersed myself in all things bike travel—from the ocean to the mountain—though not in one ride. My rides started as day trips, progressed to bike overnights, and concluded with a three-day bikepacking 80-mile ride. Bikepacking trips served as an escape from the mundane slog of suburbia. These mini getaways, though carefully curated in some instances, were precisely what I needed,tthough I did not always know it at the time. With an abundance of caution and an endless supply of doubt, I dipped my toe in the bikepacking waters in a nearby park. I purposely stayed close to home in hopes that if anything went wrong, I could navigate home quickly and without much trepidation of a failed venture. As my confidence grew, so did my desire to venture away from home—even in inclement weather. On one ride, I planned to camp along the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal. Unfortunately, wetter-than-expected weather caused me to revise my plans. A 25-mile ride turned into a 55-mile one-way weekend trip. With pannier, handlebar, and top tube bags, I felt prepared for whatever Mother Nature threw my way. She did not disappoint. When I reached Harpers Ferry, every inch of me, my bike, and my bags were covered in trail mud. Thankfully, I made a last-minute shift and opted for a hotel over a hostel. Though it was a biking trip, I took the opportunity... --- - Published: 2024-04-24 - Modified: 2025-05-02 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/how-you-ride-the-great-american-rail-trail/ - Categories: Ride - Tags: Places - Authors: Maggie Slepian Picture this: You hop on your bike in Washington, D. C. and start pedaling on a series of bike paths and peaceful sections of rail-trails. You angle northwest through Pennsylvania and cross Ohio, continuing across the Midwest into Wyoming, Montana, and Idaho until you reach Washington and cycle all the way to the Pacific Ocean. This journey across the U. S. is separated from traffic, utilizing a series of interconnected multi-use trails and allowing you to safely explore the vistas, small towns, and rich history across the country. Sound nice? That’s the Rails to Trails Conservancy’s (RTC) vision for the Great American Rail-Trail, a massive undertaking more than 50% complete with over 2,050 completed miles already on the ground. New trail segments are added to the route each year, and RTC is working with hundreds of partners across the country to accelerate trail development. The Great American Rail-Trail is an Iconic Route in the Making Credit: Rails to Trails Conservancy** RTC began tracking rail-trail development in the late 1980s. Over time, a non-motorized route across America began to present itself. RTC waited until a pathway through the West was possible and the cross-country route was more than 50% completed before committing to leading its development. After conducting hundreds of meetings to gather input from trail partners, and local and state agencies, RTC announced the project to the public in May 2019. As it stands, the route traverses 12 states and Washington, D. C. , with more than 100 miles of... --- - Published: 2024-04-16 - Modified: 2025-05-02 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/road-test-tumbleweed-stargazer/ - Categories: Explore - Tags: Bikes and Gear - Authors: Ally Mabry Immediately after unboxing and building up the Tumbleweed Stargazer, I took it out for a neighborhood shakedown to make sure everything was tight and straight. I had first-date jitters and ... I crashed. It didn’t even make sense: I was going ever so slightly uphill very slowly on pavement. No, there were no stars out to divert my attention. It was 5:00 pm in the middle of summer in Montana, when the sun doesn’t set until five hours later. But if there had been stars to gaze at ... well, I would have loved to make that corny joke. My distraction, unfortunately, can’t be blamed on an errant driver or a gaggle of baby ducks crossing the road — my eyes were too busy looking all around me, everywhere but straight ahead, trying to take in the views. In time, I found that pretty much sums up the ethos of the Stargazer. Not the being-dangerously-distracted-from-the-road part, but rather the soaking-in-your-surroundings part. In my extended time with the bike, I kept noting how the geometry is so upright that it almost feels like running instead of pedaling. The Stargazer essentially feels like a snug, overstuffed armchair that you can sink into to watch the world unfold ahead. Fun fact: during a long stint of bikepacking in 2017 during which I had no permanent address, a close friend christened me with the trail name Tumbleweed. It’s only natural that I’ve been crushing hard on Tumbleweed as a brand for those six years... --- - Published: 2024-04-15 - Modified: 2025-05-02 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/cycling-the-world-a-new-film-about-a-big-journey/ - Categories: Explore - Tags: Inspiration - Authors: Laura Killingbeck When McKenzie Barney was 29, she flew to Ho Chi Mihn, bought a bike, and pedaled across Vietnam. Afterwards, she rode across Europe and then headed to Africa. By the time she crossed the length of Africa from Cairo to Cape Town, she realized she could keep pedaling around the whole world. She also realized she had a story to tell. Over the course of three years, Barney cycled 29,000 kilometers across 28 countries and five continents. She mostly rode solo, filming her adventures with an iPhone and a Sony RX100 point-and-shoot camera. Later, she turned this footage into a 32-minute film telling the story of her journey and what it meant to her. You can watch that film, Cycling the World, on Vimeo. Photo: McKenzie Barney I watched Cycling the World a few times, and each time I got something new from it. It’s pretty rare for a person to bike alone around the world — more so if that person is female, and even more so if they’re an experienced, independent filmmaker. Cycling the World is the story of a unique journey from the perspective of an expert storyteller. McKenzie Barney, Filmmaker and Adventurer Before riding around the world, Barney studied film production at the University of Florida. Throughout her twenties, she wrote and produced nationally syndicated television shows, filmed outdoor adventure campaigns, and worked with brands and advertising agencies. Eventually she co-founded a production company and filmed a documentary about thru-hiking 1,800 miles across New Zealand. This... --- - Published: 2024-04-08 - Modified: 2024-04-12 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/east-coast-greenway-alliance-partnership-for-short-routes/ - Categories: Explore - Tags: Places, Short Routes - Authors: Lauren Hudgins Our Short Routes program is set for an East Coast expansion thanks to a recent partnership with the East Coast Greenway Alliance — a nonprofit working to develop a 3,000-mile, traffic-free route from Maine to Florida that connects 450 communities across 15 states. The Short Routes program is a collection of 50-200-mile routes that take two to five days to ride. Together, we're able to share the creation of four new Short Routes in New England. These routes come complete with suggested itineraries and showcase the best of the East Coast Greenway, all available to you now at no cost through Ride with GPS! Boston to Cape Cod Loop Bike packing on the Cape Cod Rail Trail in Massachusetts. East Coast Greenway Alliance Sample the best of southern New England. From Boston, travel south to Providence, R. I. , down the Narragansett Bay and east to Cape Cod, then ferry back to Boston from Provincetown. This route is mostly on paved trails, unpaved trails, and mostly quieter residential roads. Suggested trip length of five days. Portland to Brunswick, Maine, Coastal Explore a section of the Maine coast, East Coast Greenway, US Bike Route 1, and Adventure Cycling’s Atlantic Coast route with a majority on-road route from Portland, ME to Brunswick, ME. This trip can be done as a one-way paired with train or bus or as an out-and-back. There are Amtrak stops in Portland, Freeport, and Brunswick as well as BREEZ bus with multiple stops along the route. This route... --- - Published: 2024-03-20 - Modified: 2024-07-12 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/road-test-wilde-supertramp/ - Categories: Carolyne Whelan, Explore - Authors: Carolyne Whelan Despite their prevalence in society, bikes aren’t commonly featured in mass-consumed media. At least, not for stories set in the modern day, and not ridden by adults. So when a show like “Stranger Things” comes out and the opening episode has children riding their bikes home from a late-night game of Dungeons & Dragons, the fog as thick as the whimsy still in their hearts, I — like most bike nerds out there — latched on. I was that kid, and at 41 years old, I still am. It struck me hard: look how much fun they are having! I thought. Sure, one of them got captured by a monster and kept from riding his bike, which could be seen as an allegory for capitalism and the ways in which adulthood forces us away from our joyous freedom of youth and into the deep valleys of our psyches as we hide away from the relentless pressures of our jobs ... but I digress. My point is that as someone who specifically leans into bicycles as my way of staying connected (perhaps too much) to that magic, looking at my stable I saw that all my bikes were purposeful, specific, fast. Don’t get me wrong, my bike is my primary transportation, and I do like to go fast sometimes, but my whole ethos had somehow become completely disregarded, at least in how it had manifested materialistically. So when the Wilde Supertramp came into my life, the fog was lifted. The swept-back... --- - Published: 2024-03-20 - Modified: 2024-03-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/ski-bike/ - Categories: Ana Zamorano, Explore - Authors: Ana Zamorano When I first suggested the idea of merging skiing with bikepacking to Diego, his round blue eyes widened, and his eyebrows shot up in surprise. Looking back, I can understand his reaction — I was improving my ski touring skills at that moment, while he was new to bikepacking. He had recently acquired his first touring bike and had only a handful of short pannier-packing experiences. The idea of blending off-road cycling, camping, and skiing felt too big to comprehend. But that was a few years ago. Diego is someone who requires time to mull over an adventure, to mentally prepare for it, whereas I am the antithesis — impulsive. Life, I’ve come to realize, is all about balance. I embrace adventure; he delves into technique. Thus, weʼve found the right match. While traveling by bike is straightforward in terms of terrain, security, and technique, ski touring requires quite a lot of knowledge regarding each of them. Nevertheless, both of the sports have quite a lot in common. The main one? The adventure itself. Our initial experiment that intertwined these two pursuits granted us insights into our limits, appropriate gear, and the crucial considerations of timing, location, and terrain selection. We agreed we wanted to ride off-piste, loaded with camping and ski touring gear, with the goal of spending a few nights in the Spanish Pyrenees. Stopping by a crystal-clear river to have lunch, soak up some vitamin D, and immerse ourselves in the water was rewarding. Ana Zamorano I... --- - Published: 2024-03-15 - Modified: 2024-03-15 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/watch-the-eclipse-from-your-bicycle/ - Categories: Explore - Tags: Places - Authors: Lauren Hudgins An estimated about 21 million people traveled to another city to view the eclipse of 2017. Why compete with the crowds this year? Bike camping is the perfect way to witness the total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024: No need to worry about stop and go traffic, impossible airfares, and fully-booked hotels. The path of totality crosses a dozen Adventure Cycling Association bicycle routes. Our maps recommend convenient camping, lodging, and bicycle shops along the way. Is this your first bike camping trip? We has all the information you need to get started with bike touring or bikepacking, including how to plan your itinerary, what you’ll need, and what to do if you have any problems along the way. Below is a list of the routes in the path of totality, nearby cities and towns, and the time of totality at those towns. Southern Tier Stretch from the Amistad National Recreational Area, TX (totality 1:28 pm), on Section 3 to Austin, TX (totality 1:36 pm), on Section 4 Texas Hill Country Loop The entire loop except the portion from Southeast Austin, TX (totality 1:36 pm), to New Braunfels, TX (totality 1:35 pm) Arkansas High Country Loop The entire South Loop on Section 1 with Little Rock, AR as an anchor city (totality 1:51 pm) The entire Central Loop on Section 2 with Conway, AR (totality 1:51 pm) or Russellville, AR (totality 1:50 pm) as an anchor cities Great Rivers South Stretch from Park Hills, MO (totality 1:58 pm) on... --- - Published: 2024-03-05 - Modified: 2025-05-02 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/road-test-black-mountain-la-cabra/ - Categories: Dan Meyer, Explore - Authors: Dan Meyer This article first appeared in the January/February 2024 issue of Adventure Cyclist magazine. It’s no secret that I’m a fan of Black Mountain Cycles: they’re simple and affordable steel bicycles designed by owner Mike Varley and produced in small batches overseas. After reviewing an MCD way back in the July 2019 issue, I purchased a Road+ frame that I turned into my beloved do-anything fender/basket bike. Since then, both the MCD and the Road+ have been discontinued and replaced by the Mod Zero. In addition to the Mod Zero and the rim brake Monster Cross, Black Mountain Cycles also offers La Cabra, “the goat. ” La Cabra is a dropbar mountain bike that blends the best aspects of old-school design elements with a few modern touches. The 4130 chromoly tubing is on the skinny side, the head tube is straight 1 1/8in. , and the brake mounts are international standard (IS), all of which seem positively vintage these days. On the other hand, the frame has internal routing for a dropper seatpost, Boost hub spacing and thru-axles for modern wheels, and is designed around a wide-range 1x drivetrain (though it can accommodate 2x). To my eye, La Cabra looks like the original Salsa Fargo updated for the modern world. The fork is non-suspension-corrected and is a work of functional art with a segmented crown, hooded dropouts, and all the braze-ons you could possibly need for fenders, racks, cargo cages, and dynamo lights. The frame has rear rack and fender mounts, triple mounts... --- - Published: 2024-03-05 - Modified: 2024-03-06 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/hellbikes-on-ice/ - Categories: Explore, Roman Dial - Authors: Roman Dial Like an isolated Galapagos, Fairbanks, Alaska, in the 1980s was a veritable hotbed of thriving mutants who evolved with a suite of novel outdoor skills built on the experience and wisdom of the climbers, canoeists, backpackers, skiers, snowshoers, hunters, and homesteaders who came before them. But by adapting an explosion of new gear to novel techniques, Fairbanks’s adventurers marked the beginning of outdoor pursuits that would spread across the world over the coming decades. One of those would later be called “bikepacking,” but in the 1980s three of us called it “hellbiking. ” The soggy clouds of August wrapped around black peaks like washrags around bad plumbing, the leaks oozing, dripping, spilling down as big puddles of glacial ice across the valley floor. Jon Underwood, a six-inch crescent wrench in hand, squatted on the aquamarine “sliprock” (hellbiking lingo for a glacier’s naked surface) and eyeballed the situation. At his feet a mountain bike lay crippled, the right pedal snapped off its crank. “How far to the Denali Highway? ” he asked. Carl Tobin squinted into the distance. “Forty-five, fifty miles. Twenty miles of ice, then thirty miles of river. ” This was a guess. Aside from a shortage of spare pedals, we also lacked a map. Jon set the wrench down, picked up the pedal, turned it in his palm. “Guess I should have switched both pedals back at Black Rapids. ” Three days earlier, he’d replaced the wobbly feeling left pedal at our resupply point, the Black Rapids Lodge... --- - Published: 2024-02-20 - Modified: 2024-03-14 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/the-middle-of-nowhere-is-in-eastern-nevada/ - Categories: Explore - Authors: Dan Meyer This article first appeared in the November/December 2023 issue of Adventure Cyclist magazine. It was only Day One, and we’d already found ourselves in a grim state of affairs. Our route had deteriorated from a pristine gravel road to a rarely traveled doubletrack with the occasional sandy patch to the scant path on which we now pushed our bikes. This trail might once have been passable on two wheels, but it appeared that runoff from this year’s massive snowpack had erased it from the face of the earth. We could occasionally hop on our bikes and pedal for 50, 60 feet, if we were lucky, but mostly we dragged our loaded rigs through fine sand several inches deep, and had been doing so for miles. There was no alternate road, and turning around wasn’t an option. There wasn’t anything out there anyway, no salvation. We were in the actual middle of nowhere, in eastern Nevada, attempting a three-day circumnavigation of Great Basin National Park. We hadn’t seen a lot of people since leaving Ely that morning. We’d last seen another human — an older guy driving a bombed-out truck who pointed out a herd of elk to us on the side of the road — hours ago. Evan and I hadn’t said a word to each other since we started pushing our bikes. We were in unspoken agreement that 1) we preferred to sit alone in our respective pain caves, and 2) it was entirely possible that we could be... --- - Published: 2024-02-20 - Modified: 2025-05-02 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/road-test-ibis-dv9/ - Categories: Uncategorized - Authors: Dan Meyer This article first appeared in the November/December 2023 issue of Adventure Cyclist magazine. During my test period with the updated Ibis DV9, I drove past a Subaru adorned with a bumper sticker reading, “Life’s too short to ride a hardtail. ” First of all: great bumper sticker. Second of all: I’m not so sure about that. The DV9 started life in 2018 as a budget-friendly cross-country-adjacent hardtail inspired by Ibis CEO Hans Heim’s desire to “build a light and fast bike that a high school student could pay off with a summer job. ” Specifically, Heim was thinking of his daughter Lili, a high school student who raced and ripped. Completes started at a legitimately amazing $2,199 — a bargain by any measure. Including mine. I reviewed the original DV9 in the December 2019/January 2020 issue of Adventure Cyclist and came away impressed by its versatility and value. But hmmm, January 2020 — didn’t something happen not long after? We’ll get to that soon enough. The new DV9 2. 0, launched in February 2023, sets out to mimic the inspiration behind the original, but as with everything else in the post-pandemic world, it feels just a bit ... different. “Light and fast” is still true, though. The DV9 is both, with my SLX-equipped, size large tester tipping a home scale at 24. 7 lbs. without pedals. It rides light too, with a stiff rear end transferring every bit of power to the rear tire, if not the ground. Ibis shod... --- - Published: 2024-02-12 - Modified: 2025-05-12 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/gearing-up-to-get-out-at-any-size/ - Categories: Ride - Authors: Marley Blonsky When I started riding bikes nearly 10 years ago in Seattle, it was a struggle to find even a basic pair of padded shorts and jersey to fit my plus-size body. Finding technical gear such as a raincoat or rain pants? Ha. Good luck. So I made do. I rode in leggings from Old Navy and athletic-style tops from Costco. I found a used rain cape and cobbled together outfits that allowed range of motion and were comfortable enough. And while this worked for commuting and short-distance trips in the city, as my riding turned more adventurous and longer distance, I needed purpose-built cycling clothes. I eventually found some options through a combination of second-hand stores (shoutout to the Seattle Goodwill’s Annual Bike Weekend) and deep internet searching, but it was way harder than it should have been. The author in general athletic wear Marley Blonsky Ten years later, I’m happy to report that the landscape for gearing up as a bigger-bodied rider has gotten exponentially easier. Numerous brands cater specifically to larger sizes, and many traditional cycling brands have expanded their sizing to fit a broader range of bodies. Today’s plus-size rider has options! I am so excited to dive into this world, as everyone, regardless of size or shape, deserves to have clothing and equipment that works for them. A Note of Sizing Caution Size charts in the cycling world are wildly inconsistent. Many brands that only go to a 2x or 3x will have the same measurements... --- - Published: 2024-02-06 - Modified: 2025-05-12 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/basic-bike-malfunctions-and-how-to-deal-with-them/ - Categories: Kyle Dunlin, Ride - Authors: Kyle Dunlin Fifty miles from home and twenty to the nearest bike shop, my friend got a flat tire. This wouldn’t have been such a big deal except he was relying on me for help with mechanical malfunctions, and we were not riding together. It was the big downhill of the day, and I wanted to let gravity lead the way while he was a bit more responsible with his brakes. Lucky for both of us, I was riding with my phone mounted to my handlebars so I saw his text message almost as soon as he sent it. After a 30-minute climb back up the mountain, I found him safe and off the road but with a very flat tire. We were able to get him riding again, but not without some roadside problem solving. The way his inner tube failed meant it couldn't be patched, and while I did have a spare, it was for a Presta valve, and his tires use Schrader valves. A flat tire is never ideal, but it doesn't have to mean hitchhiking home Kyle Casement My friend told me that before I returned to help with the flat, he was worried the problem was much worse and he’d be stranded. He had already begun trying to figure out alternative ways home, which included waiting for me to ride all the way back then drive my car to pick him up. He also considered calling his roommate or another friend, but couldn’t think of anyone who... --- - Published: 2024-02-06 - Modified: 2025-05-12 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/the-gear-you-need-to-get-started-bike-touring/ - Categories: Kyle Dunlin, Plan - Authors: Kyle Dunlin My first exposure to bike touring was Alastair Humphreys’ book, Moods of Future Joy. In it, he chronicles the first part of his four-year tour around the world, which was a tour from his childhood home in England all the way to Cape Town, South Africa. I was so impressed with his journey that I bought his book for anyone I thought would read it and started dreaming of my own around-the-world adventures. The only problem was that I had never really been camping or ridden my bike more than a handful of miles at a time. Bike Touring 101 I was swept away by the romanticism of leaving on a bicycle from home and traveling to far away places, but couldn’t fathom how anyone could travel for thousands of miles carrying only what they needed on their bicycle. Eventually I realized that not every trip has to be epic, and even a short weekend trip can be a much welcomed adventure from day-to-day life. Not to mention, every time I go on one, I am more inspired to set out on my own trip around the world. Over the years and after many bicycle-centric vacations and trips, I have also finally come to realize that planning a bike tour doesn’t haven’t to be complicated, and even if you’re starting where I did, you’re probably a lot closer than you think to your first trip. Watch this video to see what I mean. There are a few categories of gear... --- - Published: 2024-02-01 - Modified: 2025-05-12 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/cycling-the-route-to-emancipation/ - Categories: Support - Authors: Ariel Marlowe When I met Talib in February of 2021, we were in the front parking lot of Cycleast. I’d spent the previous day on a date, doing the original Black History Bike Ride (BHBR) route, quietly struggling to complete the 8. 46 miles on my single-speed bike. So when I spotted him, I had some questions... Was he the guy who hosted the initial Black History Bike Ride in June? And if so, why didn’t he put a warning on his online route about it being so hilly? We laughed and soon became friends. Our friendship evolved when I began to help organize and lead BHBR events around the city, and when Talib suggested we film a documentary of our 350-mile ride from Austin to Galveston for Black History, I had zero questions. Similar to when we met, I was unaware (and unafraid) of the challenges that lay ahead, but after two years of adventure biking, leading Black History Bike Rides, and securing a geared bike from Rocky Mountain, I was better prepared. Nothing however could have prepared me for the impact this trip would have on my own life. The author posing on his bike Ariel Marlowe Our trip began on May 11th, with the first 87-mile leg starting at the Texas African American History Memorial on the State Capitol grounds and ending at Lake Somerville State Park. It was the warmest and most gravel-filled day of the long weekend, which was exactly what we needed on the first day.... --- - Published: 2024-01-19 - Modified: 2025-05-12 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/adventure-cycling-with-a-twig-stove/ - Categories: Plan - Authors: Laura Killingbeck People have been cooking on fire for hundreds of thousands of years. About a third of the world’s population still cooks on fire. Wood is humanity’s OG cooking fuel. When I was eighteen I hitchhiked across Mexico, which is where I first saw people cooking on fire as a daily practice. People in small towns often had brick or earthen stoves where they’d toast hand-pressed tortillas or boil big pots of beans. The smoke added a special flavor. These fires were always tended by women whose skills were truly remarkable. On my first long bike trips, I never bothered to carry a camp stove. I either ate cold food or cooked on campfires. This worked great, and I learned to appreciate hot food as an occasional luxury. I still associate campfires with food, warmth, and luxurious comfort. The author cooking over her twig stove Laura Killingbeck In my thirties, however, I became addicted to coffee, and this changed everything! For the first time in my life I needed hot water! I tried a full range of backcountry stoves and coffee makers, including tiny filters, instant coffee, and a Jetboil press. It all worked fine, but I hated lugging around the extra weight of a stove and fuel. I didn’t mind carrying paperback books, puppets, and rocks I found along the way, but for some reason I hated packing propane. It was a dilemma. Finally in 2021 I found my perfect solution: a twig stove and thermos! I’ve now used this... --- - Published: 2024-01-17 - Modified: 2025-05-12 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/how-one-legally-blind-cyclist-toured-californias-inter-mountain-area/ - Categories: Ride - Authors: James Fillette I used to drive all over California exploring every State Park and National Park possible. I often saw bicycle tourists riding along the road, marveling at their equipment and often wondered how they were able to pedal such heavily laden bicycles. I thought at some point I might try a bicycle tour myself. Unfortunately, my life took a different path. In 2000, I began having difficulty reading normal-sized text. Driving my vehicle became challenging as objects on the road would vanish and reappear in front of my eyes. 2001 brought mass lay-offs at my work, and while I tried several temp jobs, my vision continued to deteriorate. In 2005 I was forced to sell my car after being diagnosed with Leber's hereditary optic neuropathy — or Leber optic atrophy. This condition is mitochondrially inherited (transmitted from mother to child), and in my case, began a slow degeneration of retinal ganglion cells and their axons, which lead to loss of central vision. I moved in with my parents in Redding, California during the 2008 recession, and my days of traveling, camping, and exploration came to an end. I reentered college under the sponsorship of the California Department of Rehabilitation, which allows disabled students to pursue a college degree with the support of technology. During this time, I couldn’t drive to class, and taking the bus meant a two-mile walk, then 90 minutes on the bus. I decided to go back to riding bicycles, commuting 22 miles a day by bike. I... --- - Published: 2024-01-09 - Modified: 2025-05-12 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/were-all-in-this-together-a-documentary-about-relying-on-the-kindness-of-strangers-on-a-7000-mile-journey/ - Categories: Ride - Authors: Maggie Slepian Cycling across the United States is an accomplishment on its own, and doing so without bringing any food or money — relying solely on the kindness of strangers — adds a whole other element to the endeavor. Throw in the logistics of filming the ride, and you have Daniel Troia’s 7,000-mile solo adventure. This journey culminated in the self-produced documentary We’re All in This Together premiering on Apple TV, Amazon Prime, and Google Play on January 12th. Troia set out from California in May of 2018, cycling for months until he reached New York City. He cycled through the vastness of Nevada and Utah, was chased by wildfires through Colorado, hopped from town to town in Kansas and Missouri, flew through cornfields in Illinois, Indiana, and Ohio, then headed up the east coast through Pennsylvania into West Virginia, New Jersey, and New York. On the way back he hitched across the high-elevation, snowy states and finished his ride by cycling through Montana, Idaho, Oregon, and back down to California. All told, Troia cycled 5,700 miles—and hitchhiked 1,300—following routes including the Western Express, Great Parks South, the Katy Trail, the TransAm, the Eastern Express Connector, and the Chicago to New York City route. On the way back, he was on the Lewis and Clark and Pacific Coast routes. Epic Planning Daniel Troia This cross-country trip was Troia’s third extended bike tour — he rode across the country in 2014 and from Rome to Amsterdam a few years after that. This particular... --- - Published: 2024-01-03 - Modified: 2025-05-12 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/trip-recap-cola-town-bike-collective-bike-overnights/ - Categories: Support - Authors: Jaclyn Kawsky The Cola Town Bike Collective (CTBC) hosted two bike overnights for women, trans, femme, and nonbinary (WTFNB) individuals in 2023 thanks to support from the Adventure Cycling Association. CTBC was established in 2015 and serves as a local bike shop and charity benefiting the Midlands region of South Carolina. CTBC partners with community organizations to provide bicycles to people experiencing homelessness, refugees, and other individuals with the greatest need. For every bike sold, four are donated back to the community and for every paid repair completed, five free or low-cost repairs are made for people in need. CTBC has established a vast series of bicycle repair stands throughout the community to get a person safely on their way. In 2023, to complement CTBC’s bike transportation mission, we wanted to expand our support for bikepacking, specifically increasing interest and access for WTFNB individuals. Gearing up in the parking lot for the first COLA trip Jaclyn Kawsky I got back into biking in spring 2022 after a hiatus of more than 10 years, quickly falling in love with it again. The town of Columbia offered a supportive and fun community, including a monthly WTFNB ride. That fall, a local group of guys had done a bikepacking trip — the Chauga River Ramble — and after hearing their stories I knew bikepacking was something I wanted to experience. But there was no way I could start off with something like that. I needed an entry point, which my friends had ready for me.... --- - Published: 2024-01-02 - Modified: 2025-05-12 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/a-curtain-parts/ - Categories: Ride - Authors: Ron Hershey This article first appeared in the September/October 2023 issue of Adventure Cyclist magazine. The spring of 1968 in Czechoslovakia was no ordinary time. And as it turned out, Jaroslav Jung was no ordinary 21-year-old. Revolution was in the air. The turbulence that spread throughout cities all over the world blew through the Iron Curtain that year and took root in Prague. Out of the ferment of that fateful spring, Jaroslav planted a seed of hope in the form of an ambitious, moonstruck plan for an expedition, a bicycle tour to showcase to the world the bright future toward which his country was headed. Part One Fueled by boundless youthful enthusiasm, resourcefulness, a love of the outdoors, and a yearning for long-denied freedom, Jaroslav, along with two friends, hatched a plan to travel by bicycle from Prague to Amsterdam, then fly to New York and bicycle from New York across the U. S. and down to Mexico City in time for the 1968 Summer Olympics. The trip was to be a cultural exchange, showing the world the new Czechoslovakia as it embraced “Socialism with a Human Face. ” The Czechoslovakia of Jaroslav’s youth was a country under occupation, as it had been for almost two decades before his birth in 1946. First the Nazis and then the Soviet Communists squelched any vestiges of democratic governance, transforming this peaceful, beautiful country into an impoverished land where everyone was equally poor, living paycheck to paycheck — everyone, that is, except for top officials... --- - Published: 2023-12-22 - Modified: 2025-05-12 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/trip-recap-vamos-outdoors-projects-first-overnight-bikepacking-trip/ - Categories: Support - Authors: Andy Basabe This summer, Vamos Outdoors Project was able to offer our first ever Bikepacking overnight experience with the support of Adventure Cycling Association and the Whatcom Mountain Bike Coalition. For years we have shared backpacking experiences and after-school mountain bike rides with Latine youth living in Whatcom and Skagit County. This new opportunity combined two of the favorite activities for many of our middle and high school participants. Vamos serves Latine youth, providing outdoor experiences at no cost to families. This includes transportation, food, mentorship, and equipment. Vamos works to provide access to the outdoors, to foster connection to the land, and to support youth in their journey as they develop. Many Latine youth experience trauma or hardship due to intergenerational trauma and the structural inequities that perpetuate cyclical poverty of migrant farmworkers. Providing supportive, positive experiences can help mitigate the long-term negative effects of growing up with chronic stress or trauma. There is so much joy to be found in playing outside and connecting to the land, and the Vamos experience is cherished by staff and participants alike. The Vamos Outdoor group ready to hit the trail Andy Basabe Over a three-day weekend in August 2023, 11 Vamos participants rode more than 34 miles, camping two nights at Larabee State Park, connecting with the Chuckanut Mountains and Puget Sound. This was the biggest ride of any Vamos program, and the participants all did really well. We started out on Galbraith Mountain where we normally ride with the Whatcom Mountain Bike... --- - Published: 2023-12-19 - Modified: 2025-05-12 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/road-test-fairlight-faran-2-5/ - Categories: Uncategorized - Authors: Dan Meyer This article first appeared in the September/October 2023 issue of Adventure Cyclist magazine.   Fairlight is a small British bike company based in London. They offer only a few models — road, gravel, touring, and mountain — and deal only in steel frames. Fairlight isn’t a custom builder with an 18-month lead time, though, and its bikes aren’t meant for display cases. The frames are built in Taiwan and central Europe, and the prices are reasonable. Fairlight makes its intentions clear on its website: “Our bicycles are tools, not trophies. Designed for transport, recreation, exploration, and enjoyment. They should be ridden hard, used, and cherished. ” That’s a brand ethos I can get behind. The Faran 2. 5 is Fairlight’s do-it-all touring bike, and at first glance it doesn’t look much different from other touring bikes. It has a steel frame, a steel fork, a smattering of braze-ons for racks and bottle cages, and some very nice-looking paint. But look more closely, and you’ll see the brand’s attention to detail. For example, the bottle cage mounts on the underside of the down tube include spacers so as to not interfere with the brake and cable routing. The braze-ons on the fork are arranged so that you can mount a rando rack and cargo cages without interference. You can install a low-rider front rack and full-length fenders without needing to share braze-ons. If you like to see at night, the Faran has internal dynamo light routing front and rear and can... --- - Published: 2023-12-18 - Modified: 2025-05-12 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/awe-of-bikepacking-kazoos/ - Categories: Inspire - Authors: Briana Cohen Biking to me is all rhythm, a movement that helps us cycle in sync with ourselves and others. After years of riding with friends, kids, neighbors, older folks, bike groups, and people with differing abilities, I've learned that biking goes beyond moving our legs. Connecting with our bodies and the earth, in tune with the changing landscaping, cycling becomes a movement towards ecological and human connection. Cycling allows me to flow with my senses, moment-to-moment experiences, and community belonging. In July 2023, I rode with a group of playful friends (and our kazoos) on a 10-day bike tour from Manhattan to Montreal. The tour started as an idea between me and my friend Jeremy. We were looking to ride the Empire State Trail — a compilation of bikeways and rail-to-trail segments — so we reached out to friends and wound up with a group of people who didn't know what they were getting themselves into. Shifting Gears on the Empire State Trail We ended up riding 500 miles together, embracing the present and togetherness. The crew included Jeremy, Cliff, Kirsten, Eve, Vera, Laura, and myself, along with a massive assortments of Voile straps. We weren't riding with an organization, so we had flexibility in how we wanted to ride, deciding to both camp and stay with hosts along the way. Cliff brought kazoos for everyone to toot along the tour, so we also became a rolling kazoo band. Have kazoo, will travel Planning a trip like this is both exciting... --- - Published: 2023-12-18 - Modified: 2025-05-12 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/solo-bikepacker-co-canal-and-gap-trail/ - Categories: Ride - Authors: Claire Pomykala As a 24-year-old woman who desires adventure in the outdoors, I've learned that if I want to live my dream life, I'm going to have to do a lot of things alone. People often ask me how I gain the confidence to bikepack and tour alone for months on end. For me, it hasn't been so much about getting confidence, but rather, fearing a life of regret. If there is something that I want to do, why shouldn't I do it? Why should I have to live a life governed by fear when I could go out and make memories I'll have for the rest of my life? I tend to be the oddball of my friends. I go to parties alone. I live alone. I fly to new countries alone. I go biking hundreds of miles alone. I move apartments alone. In many ways, my upbringing forced me to be overly comfortable and confident being alone. Aren't You Afraid to Bike Alone? I don't always want to do things alone, but sometimes that's the only option. If you live your life constantly waiting for a friend or partner to do the things with you, you could end up waiting forever. Looking to Bikepack Alone? Start Small. Claire on the C&O Canal and GAP Trail Claire Pomykala Once you start completing smaller solo trips and challenges, you'll realize how capable you are. At 22 I spent four-and-a-half months biking across Europe alone, but I didn't start with a trip that... --- - Published: 2023-12-11 - Modified: 2025-05-12 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/whiteout-on-loveland-pass/ - Categories: Ride - Authors: Diego Rouylle Bicycle touring across the United States can leave one at a loss for words, but the desire to share what has been accomplished compels many of us to document our journey. One of my favorite — and most challenging — events occurred during my second tour. On my way from Boston to Southern California — covering 4,450 miles through 17 states — I crossed the Continental Divide on Loveland Pass in Colorado in October. It was one of my life’s most epic adventures. Note: The Loveland Pass is on the Great Parks South route. Due to weather conditions like the ones described here, we recommend riding this route from early summer to mid-fall (typically June to September). The weather in the days leading up to Loveland Pass were favorable — blue skies dotted with a few puffy clouds. The weather report, however, was ominous. I had been warned that Colorado weather can (and will) change in a matter of minutes, so I braced myself for a mix of rain and snow with the forecast predicting wind gusts up to 40 miles per hour. Diego beginning the ascent up Loveland Pass Diego Rouylle As I approached Georgetown, I noticed the skies getting darker and snow was moving in. At that point, I wondered how (and if) I would be able to cross the Continental Divide over Loveland Pass. In Georgetown, I became aware of the incoming weather and the need to prepare my body for the days ahead. I stopped at... --- - Published: 2023-12-05 - Modified: 2025-05-12 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/geared-up-holiday-bonanza-2023/ - Categories: Uncategorized - Authors: Adventure Cycling Staff Natural Atlas App, $5/month or $40/year These days, bike travelers are spoiled for choice when it comes to mapping apps. If you’re reading this, there’s a good chance you already have a favorite, but if you’re a budding naturalist or just like to learn more about what’s around you during your local rides or hikes, it’s worth checking out Natural Atlas. The free Starter version features the basics such as trip recording, but if you upgrade to Plus, you can create and navigate routes, save data offline, and choose from several different base maps. Plus also features a robust selection of map layers, including several weather-related layers for temperature, cloud cover, and wildfires. But what sets Natural Atlas apart from the zillions of other GPS apps on the market is its focus on the natural world. Natural Atlas isn’t just another mapping app; it’s also a field guide. Want to identify those wildflowers you keep seeing on your local rides? Curious about what kind of wildlife you might encounter during next summer’s bike tour? Or maybe you like learning about the geology of the mountains near your home. Natural Atlas has all this, plus details about tides and river levels, the latter of which could be awfully handy if you’ve ever explored the desert or been concerned about river crossings. But wait, there’s more! Natural Atlas is also crowdsourced — you can take your own field notes during your rides or hikes, jotting down what kinds of flora and fauna... --- - Published: 2023-11-28 - Modified: 2025-05-13 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/trip-recap-an-overnight-adventure-with-camp-spokes/ - Categories: Support - Authors: Rag and Bones Bicycle Cooperative Camp Spokes began as a partnership between Rag & Bones Bicycle Cooperative and Groundwork RVA in 2021, created by us: Sera Erickson and Alexa Santisteban. The program began as a week-long summer camp to introduce bike mechanics and adventure cycling to high-school and middle-school girls and gender variant youth in Richmond, Virginia. Gender and racial diversity in the bike industry remains low, and we notice this every day as people who hold underrepresented identities. We both work in shop spaces as mechanics, and while attitudes are improving, our knowledge and experience still gets questioned. A city ride with Rag & Bones Bicycle Cooperative Rag & Bones Bicycle Cooperative We started Camp Spokes to be a space that we wished we had growing up: somewhere to learn about bike tools, DIY arts and crafting, cycling in the city and on trails, and to affirm identities and experiences while rejecting the idea that those things determine what someone is able to do or how well they do it. We aim to encourage and empower people to learn a new skill and explore hobbies that they may not have the chance to outside of this space. *** At Camp Spokes, each camper chooses a bike and learns how to work on it, and then we spend the week cycling, crafting, building, and learning. After a group of Camp Spokes organizers bikepacked 150 miles along the Great Allegheny Passage last fall, it felt like a natural progression of the camp to plan an overnight.... --- - Published: 2023-11-14 - Modified: 2025-05-13 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/the-power-of-food-as-a-cultural-connection/ - Categories: Inspire - Authors: Hollie Ernest “A white man eating nsima! Yeah! That’s good, that’s good! ” the Zambian man shouted at us as he walked down the dusty road. My husband Tom and I were sitting at a rough-cut table and chairs on the side of the road at a restaurant, the first eating establishment we had seen in weeks. Our fingertips were covered in the sticky cornmeal dish that is the staple of Zambia and surrounding nations. Each country has distinct techniques for the dish and a different name, but you always eat it with your hands. First you form a ball, then make a thumb-indention in the ball, and use that to scoop up meat, beans and stewed pumpkin leaves. The locals around our route in Africa seemed surprised we ate local fare day after day, but we wouldn’t have it any other way. When you eat what the locals eat, it's a way to say, “I am here with you and I want to be here with you. ” Hollie Ernest In April 2019, I was two months into my round-the-world cycling trip when my husband flew to Oaxaca, Mexico, to ride with me for a few weeks. We took a cooking class where we got to stir and taste a variety of molés, grinding corn kernels and flattening blue corn tortillas by hand. Cactus was roasted and we melted quesilla — a semi-hard cheese that tastes like salty mozzarella — over beans. Our teacher's stories involved not only ingredients and her... --- - Published: 2023-11-06 - Modified: 2025-05-13 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/coalition-appropriate-transportations-womens-ride/ - Categories: Support - Authors: Beth Meiklejohn The crackle of bike tires plowing through the sea of rocks and pebbles lining the D&L trail was beautifully deafening. There was no room for thought beyond rotating one pedal in front of the other. Anchored near the back of the pack, my view was that of the 25 other women dotting the trail ahead of me. One after another, single file, we traversed the trail’s narrow strips of pebbles, rocks, and mud holes as we set out for a two-day women’s ride hosted by the Coalition for Appropriate Transportation (CAT) in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. The CAT ride participants push their bikes along the path Kerryn Winiesky I’m a new rider, as were many of the women who signed up to take part in the ride. I rode a borrowed bike an inch or so too tall for my 5-foot 3-inch frame. To call a spade a spade, as my grandmother used to say, I had no idea what I was doing. That was essentially the point of CAT’s women’s ride. Women of all riding abilities and experience levels riding together — seasoned riders pulling the newbies along behind them as we traveled either 45 or 65 miles over two days. In preparing for the trip, I spoke with our ride leader and CAT board member Jennifer Cunningham about the ride, and what it meant for CAT to bring together a group of local women cyclists. What I really wanted to know was, “Why women? ” Cunningham explained that as a... --- - Published: 2023-11-06 - Modified: 2025-05-13 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/langford-bike-overnight/ - Categories: Support - Authors: Briana Cohen This is the second Langford Elementary School bike camping trip supported by Adventure Cycling’s Bike Overnights program. You can read about the first one here. For over seven years, Langford Elementary School and Ghisallo Cycling Initiative have collaborated to bike with kids in the south Austin community. Each week, Langford Bike Club students meet after school to build their riding skills, explore the neighborhood trails, and grow friendships. On May 11, the students set out on their bikes like any other week, but this time, they did not return to school as they usually do — they had another destination in mind. The Bike Club kids adventured on a bike camping overnight at McKinney Falls, a six-mile ride from their school, for the second year in a row. Five of the seven kids had never camped before, so they were in for a real treat, arriving at the campsite after a joyful ride. One of the students who joined us on last year’s overnight joined again because she loved swimming at the falls after biking. Before we set out, we prepped our bikes, filled our water bottles, ate snacks, and gathered gear. We borrowed four-person tents and sleeping bags from a local middle school and piled them in our SAG wagon. Together we rode calm neighborhood streets, the new Meadow Lake Boulevard protected two-way bike lanes, sidewalks, and the Onion Creek Greenbelt Trail to reach our destination. The group was supportive of one another on the road and stuck together.... --- - Published: 2023-11-03 - Modified: 2025-05-13 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/bike-camping-metro-washington-association-of-blind-athletes/ - Categories: Support - Authors: Shira Gordon The Metro Washington Association of Blind Athletes (MWABA) had a wonderful time at our skill-share on April 29th and our bike camping overnight on June 24th to 25th, supported by an Adventure Cycling Association mini-grant. Twenty people rode tandem bikes, and six people drove with our camping gear. Our group ranged from 25 to 71, half were women, and four people had never camped before. The trip was truly a team effort. The organizers applied for the grant in December, then bought camping gear, matched captains, stokers, and tandems, and created a food plan. Other participants shared their camping gear, brought rain canopies when the forecast called for thunderstorms, fixed a broken chain and flat tire, carried the gear between the cars and the campground, worked together to set up and take down tents, built a fire, cooked, and helped each other navigate the campsite. The group ready to take off Shira Gordon Saturday morning was gray and damp, but 26 people were bustling at the Bethesda, Maryland metro station, unloading tandem bikes, loading cars with camping gear, and making sure each tandem had panniers and was adjusted for each sighted captain and blind stoker pair. The sun came out as we biked down the Capital Crescent Trail, a seven-mile paved trail with a gentle downhill. This route from Bethesda to Georgetown in D. C. is our normal Thursday night route. En route Shira Gordon We stopped for sandwiches at picnic tables at Fletcher’s Cove overlooking the Potomac River. Then... --- - Published: 2023-11-01 - Modified: 2024-02-29 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/little-wheels-big-hearts/ - Categories: Uncategorized - Authors: Ally Mabry Amid the flashy sizzle reels touting the newest gravel eBike and the big corporations gobbling up and/or shutting down beloved small brands, heart and soul are still alive and well in the bicycle industry. Underneath chasing the hot trends of consumers, real human beings truly want the warm fuzzies of feeling like part of a niche, a caring community of fanatics who get excited about small details and intentional products. I may have come to the party about 30 years late, but I’ve found such company in Bike Friday based in Eugene, Oregon. Last year, I was honored to test the 2023 All-Packa (Adventure Cyclist, March/April 2023), Bike Friday’s first bikepacking/mountain bike. I had such a blast finding creative ways to utilize its packability that I ended up buying my test bike for my household. I just couldn’t part with it. When Willie Hatfield, the incomparably thoughtful designer of the All-Packa, reached out to see if I’d be interested in testing his updated 2024 version before it hit the market, my response was an immediate “duh. ” Who could turn down such an injection of whimsy? Typically we at Adventure Cyclist receive test bikes in big cardboard boxes, shipped from wherever they’re assembled straight to our HQ in Missoula. We unbox them and build them up and save the boxes to be shipped back when we’re finished testing. Willie had a different delivery method in mind for my new and improved glittery-purple All-Packa. Willie rode his packed All-Packa from his... --- - Published: 2023-10-31 - Modified: 2024-03-25 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/road-test-soma-jawbone/ - Categories: Ride - Authors: Cody Siler This article first appeared in the July/August 2023 issue of Adventure Cyclist magazine. British writer Graham Greene once wrote that he was attracted by the blank spaces on maps; those ambiguous zones, he said, inspired him to adventure further into “rough, unmapped country. ” The allure of the unknown will be familiar to riders of Soma. The San Francisco–based bike brand offers options for riders who like to get far off the beaten path. Their all-steel lineup of frames skews toward all-road versus tarmac for road bikes, and includes everything from hardtails to randonneuring bikes. Now, the brand is filling in a blank space on their own map with the addition of the Jawbone, their new off-road touring frameset that slots in between their gravel and mountain options, promising versatility, stability, and adventure readiness. The Jawbone is the beefiest dropbar frame in Soma’s lineup, surpassing their monstercross Wolverine in tire clearance, stability, stiffness, and potential for multiday escapes. With straight-shooting gravel geometry, tons of mounting options, and clearance for huge tires (29 x 2. 25in. or 27. 5 x 2. 6in. with plenty of mud clearance), the Jawbone, which retails for just over a thousand dollars as a frame ($770) and fork ($270) combo, seems like a solid mid-range option for riders in search of fun and adventure. I set out to put it to the test in Soma’s home turf, the San Francisco Bay Area, and found the Jawbone to be a solid all-rounder for day riding on gravel... --- - Published: 2023-10-23 - Modified: 2025-05-13 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/field-report-the-283-mile-chihuahuan-connector/ - Categories: Ride - Authors: Laura Killingbeck Laura Killingbeck cycling the Chihuahuan Connector toward the Dragoon Mountains in Arizona. Laura Killingbeck The Chihuahuan Connector is a 283-mile dirt cycling route between Tucson, Arizona, and Hachita, New Mexico. It's one of seven Intermountain Connectors that link riders between Bikepacking Roots' Western Wildlands Route and Adventure Cycling's Great Divide Mountain Bike Route. I cycled the Chihuahuan Connector in June, on my way from San Francisco to the southern terminus of the Great Divide. I went slowly, made lots of stops, and spent extra time camping, writing, and hiking. Although June is a very hot month to ride this route, I still had an absolute blast. The following is a photo field report about my ride on the Chihuahuan Connector. Full moon on the Chihuahuan Connector. Credit: Laura Killingbeck My friend Nick arranged for me to stay with some bikepacking friends when I arrived in Tucson. I had an amazing time with cyclists Scott and Deirdre Calhoun, as well as Katie Visco and Henley Phillips. When I told Henley I was heading toward the Great Divide, he suggested I take the Chihuahuan Connector. Bikepacking Routes: Factors to Consider I purchased the Intermountain Connectors guidebook and GPX files from Bikepacking Roots, downloaded the files to Ride with GPS and Gaia, and left Tucson on the Chihuahuan Connector. Henley Phillps and Katie Visco hosted me at their home in Tucson. Henley told me about the Chihuahuan Connector. Credit: Laura Killingbeck Intermountain Connectors I followed the Chihuahuan Connector through Tucson's flat, paved streets... --- - Published: 2023-10-18 - Modified: 2024-03-25 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/kyrgyzstan-the-wild-land/ - Categories: Explore - Authors: Ana Zamorano This article first appeared in the July/August 2023 issue of Adventure Cyclist magazine. The first time I heard about this country, I had to search for it on the map. I had no clue where it was, and I definitely had no clue of the Kyrgyz culture, their traditions, or its mountains. Back in 2017, I crossed the border from Bolivia to Chile and started meeting more bikepackers compared to the other countries I had cycled through in South America. I was happy to swap adventure stories as well as exchange ideas for new places to explore and find new tools and gear that makes a day on the bike a little easier. In southern Peru while staying in a casa ciclista, which means a “house for cyclists” and offers a completely free stay, I met a lad from France who was drawing a line on wheels across the globe. He started in Australia, crossed Asia to Europe, and arrived in Brazil on a sailboat. Many stories were shared over the dining table during my stay. I was quiet and took in the details about his ride through Kyrgyzstan and Central Asia. Listening to his adventures, I realized those countries have a lot of similarities with Mongolia, a country I had dreamed of visiting since I was young. As an animal lover, I remember looking at the massive Mongolian plateau on a map I had in my bedroom. Countless times I imagined myself galloping on a horse visiting the nomads... --- - Published: 2023-10-17 - Modified: 2025-05-02 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/road-test-trek-checkpoint-alr5-driftless/ - Categories: Uncategorized - Authors: Dan Meyer This article first appeared in the July/August 2023 issue of Adventure Cyclist magazine. The Driftless is a special edition of Trek’s Checkpoint gravel bike, and its moniker refers to the Driftless Area of the Midwest — specifically Wisconsin, Trek’s home state. Thanks to the internet, I now know that the Driftless Area was never covered by ice during the last ice age and therefore lacks glacial silt deposits, known as drift. Elsewhere in the Midwest, receding glaciers flattened the landscape; not so in the Driftless, where you’ll find steep hills and deep, narrow river valleys. Trek’s Checkpoint is available in several iterations in carbon or aluminum and 1x or 2x drivetrains. The Driftless, however, comes in only one spec, but it’s a good one: aluminum frame, carbon fork, 1x drivetrain, dropper post, and bolt-on half framebag. The Driftless is also available in only one color, a dark red that Trek calls — wait for it — Satin Cobra Blood. If that didn’t come out of an ayahuasca fever dream, I don’t know what would. But look closely at the paint and you’ll see topographical lines that, according to Trek, evoke the Driftless Area. It’s a sharp-looking bike. And when you open the framebag, you’ll see the red topo pattern repeated on the interior fabric. That deserves a chef’s kiss right there. The Driftless comes out of the gate ready for loaded adventures, featuring rack and fender mounts, four bottle mounts, triple mounts on the fork, and mounts for a top... --- - Published: 2023-10-09 - Modified: 2024-03-25 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/adapt-and-overcome/ - Categories: Support - Authors: Berne Broudy This article first appeared in the September/October 2023 issue of Adventure Cyclist magazine. In 2020, I went for a mountain bike group ride in one of Vermont’s town forests. Greg Durso, an adaptive rider on a mountain trike, was on the ride. I didn’t know what that would mean; I had never ridden with an adaptive rider. Durso is paralyzed from the nipples down and as adventurous as anyone I know. The group hammered from the parking lot, and it was immediately clear that if someone held up the group, it wouldn’t be Durso. We rode technical rocky terrain, steep climbs, and slippery descents. Durso kept pace easily ... until we got to the first bridge. It was too narrow for Durso’s 29-inch-wide trike. We stopped, carried Durso and his bike across, and resumed riding until the next bridge. It was a raucous and fun afternoon that ended with high-fives and laughter in the parking lot. But I left that ride thinking how dumb it was that a bridge was the obstacle that interrupted the experience for Durso and for all of us, and how easy that would be to fix, and what other ways trails are or aren’t adaptive. When Richmond Mountain Trails (RMT), a grassroots nonprofit trail club I cofounded in 2017 that I am now president of, had the opportunity to build a new trail network on private land in Bolton, Vermont, the board made the bold commitment to make the entire network adaptive optimized. What Adaptive... --- - Published: 2023-10-03 - Modified: 2025-05-14 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/geared-up-sneak-peek-liv-devote-advanced-pro/ - Categories: Uncategorized - Authors: Carolyne Whelan When the representative from Liv emailed me asking if I wanted a surprise, I said yes. Once she started asking for my measurements, I started to get the clue that it was a bicycle. She sent it to a local bike shop, who told me they were keeping the bike in the back room because it was under embargo. It wasn’t until I got home and let the representative know I had successfully received the bike that I was given all the information. So this review feels a bit like a blind date, but one that went really well. With only a week to test the Liv Devote Advanced Pro — that week being press week for our magazine (the final crunch week that ends in sending the magazine to the printer and me sleeping through most of the weekend, drooling into my store-brand Apple Jacks and watching Bob’s Burgers reruns), and the bike unable to be ridden or transported in places where people may see it — the pressure was on for me to find any free hours available to take this bike on the most fun, varied rides I could think of. Luckily, I live in Montana. I’ve put about 200 miles on this bike this week, not enough for a typical review but enough for a “first thoughts” rundown of what I liked and disliked about the bike (and to be clear, I really like it). Let’s start with the positives. Bicycles have historically been designed around European-descent male body... --- - Published: 2023-09-19 - Modified: 2025-05-14 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/trip-recap-bike-camping-with-webike-in-oregon/ - Categories: Support - Authors: WeBike Oregon We created the WeBike Bike Camping Clinic in 2022 and discovered a desire to access nature without the use of a car. WeBike hosted beginner-friendly camping trips in 2017 and 2022 that wound up being big successes, and thanks to the Adventure Cycling Association Bike Overnights Mini Grant, we were able to take things even further this year. With a grant budget that covered gear rentals, transit passes, food, and campsites, we were able welcome even more first-time bike campers. *** Our journey began in downtown Portland on the TriMet MAX Blue Line. Taking the train meant we could avoid 20 miles of unpleasantly busy and hilly roads and spend 50 minutes in air-conditioned comfort. I love multimodal travel! This was also many of our campers’ first experience putting a bike on the MAX and several are planning to do so again. Madi Carlson We rode to the end of the line in Hillsboro, Oregon and within a few minutes were pedaling on scenic and mostly flat country roads. We enjoyed 13 miles of riding through the quiet countryside before arriving in Banks, Oregon where we stopped for lunch in the shade next to the one big grocery store in town. Within a mile we were on the lovely Banks-Vernonia Trail. The Banks-Vernonia Trail is a rails-to-trails multi-use path with a gentle grade. It provided a shady, car-free, tree-filled backdrop for the final 10 miles of our trip. The trail got gradually steeper than the standard three-percent railroad grade as... --- - Published: 2023-09-18 - Modified: 2025-05-14 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/finding-bliss-in-a-slice-of-pie/ - Categories: Ride - Authors: Julian Casanova Death is the ultimate bliss. Victims rescued from drowning recount the warm feeling of acceptance that washes over oneself when faced with an undeniable, undefinable fate. As for myself, I believe euphoria can also be found along the Southern Tier Bike Route, at the Hillsboro General Store Cafe, smothered underneath two scoops of homemade vanilla ice cream. In December of 2021 I completed my Industrial Engineering degree, and wanted to commemorate my graduation with something special. The days of summer vacations and winter breaks were behind me — finishing college meant I was also finished with these brief periods of uninterrupted leisure. I wouldn’t see another month-long sabbatical from my commitments until retirement, 45 years in the future, and I would never forgive myself if I didn’t seize what could be the last opportunity to sate my desire for adventure. I wanted to hike the Appalachian Trail, but graduating in December meant I would have to wait months to start the hike. I also couldn’t justify to my new job in Flagstaff that I would need to push my start date out by eight months just so I could walk around. Will Work From Bike Then, I had an idea that felt almost ridiculous. What if I cycled from my home in Rhode Island to my new job in Arizona? I had brought my mom’s old bike with me to college as a way to get some exercise. What if I set it up to make the 2,000-mile trip to... --- - Published: 2023-09-18 - Modified: 2025-05-14 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/stories-kindness-great-divide/ - Categories: Inspire - Authors: Ken Cook The Great Divide Mountain Bike Route means a different combination of things to everyone who rides it: endurance, perseverance, physical strength, mental fortitude, pain, resilience, focus, determination, willpower, and hardship ... to name a few. For us, it was not entirely about accomplishing a physical challenge, nor closing the loop on a promise we made in 2021 to our fundraising supporters. When we reflect back on our experiences, we always say that the Great Divide was defined by the people we met along the way and their unbelievable generosity and kindness. During the housebound months of 2020 COVID quarantine, we ate dinner on TV trays while scrolling YouTube. One of these nights we discovered “I Just Want to Ride,” a film following one of Lael Wilcox’s Tour Divide rides. Lael is one of greatest ultra-endurance biking racers on the planet. She has won numerous ultra-endurance bike races and set the Tour Divide women’s record on a time trial in 2015. Most importantly, Lael always seems to have fun no matter how difficult the terrain, and takes the time (even during races), to appreciate the beauty of her surroundings. All the Feels Watching "I Just Want to Ride" Lael’s message that “we should all get out and ride somewhere that means something to you” ignited a spark in us that maybe we could ride the Great Divide. Never mind that we’d never bikepacked or ridden more than 160 kilometers in a single day, it’s only 5,000 kilometers from Jasper, Alberta to... --- - Published: 2023-09-13 - Modified: 2025-05-14 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/will-work-from-bike/ - Categories: Uncategorized - Authors: Laura Killingbeck In 2022, I figured well heck, if I’m going to work remotely, I might as well get really remote! I stuffed my backpack full of camping gear, flew to Florida, and spent the next four months through-hiking 1100 miles on the Florida Trail. Along the way, I wrote articles for magazines and websites, zeroed my inbox, cleaned out my Google Drive folders, built a website, edited a giant stack of old essays, kept a daily journal, and had the time of my life. I didn’t get rich, but I was able to cover a portion of my expenses while on trail. By the end of my trip, as I trudged through my last waist-high swamp, I realized: I am happy. And I am on to something. There are certain people for whom office life is both alluring and devastating. I love writing and telling stories; I also go bonkers if I sit in front of a computer all day. My solution has been to take myself and my work into the wild. Call me what you want – a freelance writer, a remote worker, a content creator, a digital nomad; but really I’m just an office worker gone wild. Last year when I returned from the Florida Trail, I immediately started planning my next trip – this time with no end date. In January I packed up my bike and camping gear, flew to San Francisco, and once again hit the road, this time on the Pacific Coast Route. I’ve... --- - Published: 2023-08-30 - Modified: 2024-03-05 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/geared-up-sneak-peek-shimano-12-speed-grx/ - Categories: Uncategorized - Authors: Dan Meyer Today Shimano unveiled the latest version of its mechanical GRX gravel-focused drivetrain, now with 12 cogs on the cassette instead of 11. But Shimano didn’t just slap on an extra gear and call it a day; instead, they went for a top-to-bottom refresh, with updated brake-shift levers for added comfort and control, redesigned brake rotors for better stopping, and a new set of wheels with updated hubs and carbon rims. Shimano has also split its GRX offerings into three categories: Unbeatable, Unstoppable, and Undroppable. Unbeatable is aimed at the gravel race crowd who want the simplicity of a 1x system and the tighter cog spacing of a smaller cassette to more easily achieve their desired pedaling cadence. The GRX820 1x crankset is available with a 40T or 42T chainring and mates to a 10–45T cassette, using a medium-cage clutch derailer. Unstoppable is a also 1x system but with a bigger cassette, aimed at those who want the broadest gear range possible. Again, riders can pick from a 40T or 42T chainring for their GRX820 crank but they’ll have a 10–51T cassette with a long-cage clutch derailer. And Undroppable is the new 2x drivetrain for riders who prefer something more traditional. Like the previous version of GRX, the 2x crankset has 48/31T chainrings, but now there’s an 11–36T cassette in addition to the 11–34T. My test bike for the day, outfitted with the big 10-51T cassette and carbon wheels. Shimano/Tyler Roemer Those are the top-level offerings, but Shimano didn’t forget about... --- - Published: 2023-08-10 - Modified: 2025-05-14 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/is-swimming-good-cross-training-for-cycling/ - Categories: Plan - Authors: Hollie Ernest “My shoulders are going to give out,” I thought as I wrestled my loaded bike over tan, fist-sized rocks up another steep slope. I reminded myself to engage my core and took deep breaths, resting my head on my handlebars. I was hiking my bike around Lago Desierto, north of El Chalten in Argentina, with two German cyclists I had befriended a few days before. We could have waited 36 hours at the north side of the lake for the ferry to arrive, but patience has never been a virtue I possessed in large quantities. Apparently my new friends were similar. It took us ten hours over a day and a half to cover 12 kilometers (seven miles). There were 45-degree slopes with loose rocks and large roots, occasionally requiring us to remove our panniers, hike the bike up the hill, then return for the bags. It was hard as hell, and an adventure I will never forget. But we had a near-constant view of the sapphire lake to our right, and the mountain and glaciers above. It was definitely worth it. Somewhere in this nonsense, I realized that my background in swimming played a huge role in my ability to keep up, albeit with a lot of help from my friends. Without upper body strength from swimming, I probably wouldn’t have attempted this feat. Hollie Ernest In the past, I treated my body like I treat computers. I just wanted it to work, and I didn't care about the... --- - Published: 2023-08-10 - Modified: 2025-05-14 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/the-third-paradise-2/ - Categories: Ride, Uncategorized - Authors: Alex Crevar This article first appeared in the May/June 2023 issue of Adventure Cyclist magazine. On the penultimate day of a weeklong journey through the middle of southern Italy’s Calabria Region, our course tilted up and left civilization behind. This wasn’t unusual. The undulating bicycle route we followed, the 338-mile (545-kilometer) Ciclovia Parchi Calabria, was designed to guide cyclists along the tranquil, often-carless, sometimes-mountainous roads connecting the peninsular region’s remote, unindustrialized, and underappreciated interior. For hours at a time — rolling south and lengthwise across Calabria — our only companions were shepherds summoning flocks, ancient beech trees, and 120-foot Bosnian pines. Still, as we crested this summit, something felt different — more serene. The light and air changed, becoming brighter and even more pure. Pedaling up and over, the reason became obvious: from this ridgeline atop the Calabrian Peninsula, both the Tyrrhenian Sea to the west and Ionian Sea to the east came into view, filling the panorama with a rare joint appearance. I closed my eyes. For that rarest of moments, the world stopped. My breath merged with sea breezes cradling me from all directions. Opening my eyes, I hopped back on the saddle, began to descend, and thought back to the beginning of this journey. We’d been riding for five days. It felt like a lifetime. It was mid-October when I flew to Reggio Calabria, the city at the southernmost end of Italy’s boot toe, to begin cycling the Ciclovia Parchi Calabria (CPC), or less lyrically in English: the Calabria... --- - Published: 2023-08-10 - Modified: 2024-04-15 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/road-test-diamondback-haanjo-5-2/ - Categories: Ride - Authors: Dan Meyer As the latest niche in the cycling world — gravel — continues to evolve, it’s refreshing to throw a leg over a bike that isn’t trying to invent its own category. The Diamondback Haanjo 5 you see here is, in many ways, just a gravel bike. To me, that means it’s what used to be called an endurance road bike with room for bigger tires. That’s not to say that the Haanjo is out of date or out of touch. Indeed, it’s a fully modern bike with an alloy frame, carbon fork, thru-axles, flat-mount hydraulic disc brakes, and an 11-speed drivetrain geared for mortal legs. Diamondback is known as a value brand, a label that rings true when comparing the Haanjo 5’s price and spec to its competitors. But in this case, the term “value” doesn’t carry any negative connotations. The alloy frame features clean welds, fetching purple paint, and plenty of useful braze-ons. Where a lot of brands save money by gluing an alloy steerer to carbon lowers and calling it a carbon fork, the Haanjo’s is a full carbon affair. The drivetrain is Shimano GRX, the wheels are tubeless-compatible HED rims laced to workhorse Novatec hubs, and even the stem, seatpost, and handlebar are from HED, components that are usually relegated to house brands. You even get a WTB Silverado saddle. That’s a lot of bike for two grand. The one concession to cost-cutting is the tire choice — WTB Riddlers are fine tires, but these aren’t tubeless... --- - Published: 2023-08-09 - Modified: 2025-05-14 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/book-review-the-bikepackers-guide/ - Categories: Plan - Authors: Laura Killingbeck The Bikepacker’s Guide, originally published in 2015, was the first guide of its kind. It was co-authored for Salsa Cycles by bikepackers Kait Boyle and Kurt Refsnider. Two years later, Kait and Kurt created Bikepacking Roots, a non-profit which “supports and advances bikepacking, the growth of a diverse bikepacking community, and access to and the conservation of the landscapes and public lands through which we ride. ” The second edition of The Bikepacker’s Guide was published in 2023, and is available in print or digital. This edition expands on the original, and its proceeds support the mission of Bikepacking Roots. What’s in The Bikepacker’s Guide? 2023 updated version of The Bikepacker's Guide Laura Killingbeck The Bikepacker’s Guide is an 87-page, grassroots guide explaining what bikepacking is and how to do it. It includes sections on route planning, gear, food and water, packing, and navigating, as well as sections on camping skills, field reports, and useful checklists. The guide also includes beautiful photography and short essays that give you a feel for what bikepacking looks like in a range of environments. It includes all the information you would need to plan a bikepacking trip from scratch. The primary author, Kait Boyle, is backcountry mountain biker, adventure educator, and record-holding endurance athlete. Kurt Refsnider, who co-authored the first version of the guide, is also a bikepacker, educator, endurance athlete, and coach. The narrative of the book reflects both authors’ extensive experience in the field both recreationally and professionally. Epic Planning Other contributing... --- - Published: 2023-08-07 - Modified: 2025-05-15 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/all-rhodes/ - Categories: Ride - Authors: Robert Isenberg I’m bombing down a forest trail. Wheels judder. Pebbles shoot in all directions. Panniers rustle behind my seat post. Palms ache against the vibrations of my handlebars. Vision blurs as the bike plummets faster, faster through the trees. The path levels out. My tires bounce over roots and rocks. My front wheel oscillates, embracing the curvature of packed earth. My pedals rotate, slow and silky. It feels so good — rolling over the loamy ground, breeze on my sweaty face, trees whisking past. I gulp down fresh air, which tastes of pine needles. At last I grab the brakes. My brand new Trek Marlin 5 squeaks to a stop. My boots touch the ground for the first time in miles. Evergreens tower all around; their branches plume over a bright blue sky. All the commotion dies away, replaced by stillness. Somewhere, a woodpecker taps a tree. Midges hover around my head. But overall, the scene is quiet and motionless. No engines, anywhere. No white streaks of passing jets. No bleeps or buzzes. Not a single human voice. I might as well be standing in the middle of a wilderness, a thousand miles from civilization. A serene section of the North-South Trail Credit: Isenberg But it’s not a wilderness: it’s the Carolina Management Area. And civilization is close by. This is Rhode Island, after all, and nothing can be very far away. My own doorstep lies only 30 miles from where I’m catching my breath. Once I reach a road, I... --- - Published: 2023-07-27 - Modified: 2025-12-23 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/the-14th-annual-bicycle-travel-photo-contest/ - Categories: Adventure Cycling Staff, Explore - Authors: Adventure Cycling Staff While most of us can’t spend our lives on a bike tour (as much as some of us wish we could), our brains are still full of tour memories and dreams of upcoming trips. The winning photos from this year’s contest highlight the unplanned human moments that are pure magic. From the spontaneous one-person dance party at the top of a climb to the determined faces of Day One riders, these photos remind us why we love bicycle travel. –Carolyne Whelan Epic Honorable Mention Over the Rainbow Riding our first miles of Day Six on the Selkirk Loop, we came across this colorful intersection in Kaslo, BC, along the Kootenay Lake. RJ Sakai Around Camp Honorable Mention Lunch Break on the Way to Inyo National Forest My 18-month-old daughter and I take a break on the steps of a church before venturing out — for the first time — to bear territory. MT Epic Winner Bikepacking the Laugavegur Riding between thermal vents and persistent snow fields on the Laugavegur Trail in Iceland’s interior. This 55-kilometer-long trail is designed for hikers, not bikers, and requires a considerable amount of bike-pushing and carrying. But it’s totally worth it for the beautiful landscapes you get to experience. Greg Maino Adventure Cycling Route Network Winner Celebration Dance I had just spent three months crossing the country by pedal power and had just made it to the Oregon coast. Mac Miller’s “What’s the Use” came on my headphones and I felt moved to jump off... --- - Published: 2023-07-21 - Modified: 2025-05-15 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/ten-best-rail-trails-for-cyclists/ - Categories: Uncategorized - Authors: Laura Killingbeck Rail trails are flat or gently sloping paths open to people but not cars. They follow the lines of old, abandoned railroad tracks, and often connect interesting towns and historical sites. These unique paths make great stand-alone cycling adventures or form the perfect start to a longer journey. Because they do not share space with motor vehicles they are an appropriate choice for newer riders, families, and anyone who is tired of automobile noise and exhaust. In no particular order, here are ten amazing rail trail experiences in the United States that are part of Adventure Cycling Association's route network. Connecting (Through) Trails 1. Mickelson Trail Children can enjoy the trail without stress from cars. Lin Wilder Pedal on South Dakota's first rail-to-trail project, through the heart of the Black Hills on gently sloping gravel and crushed limestone paths, quietly passing through small towns, spruce/ponderosa forests, grassy meadows, and narrow valleys. The Mickelson Trail contains more than 100 converted railroad bridges and four rock tunnels. Read a three-day family trip report on our blog with recommendations for sightseeing and accommodations. Length: 109 miles Location: South Dakota Connects to: Parks, Peaks, and Prairies Bike Route (Section 2) Riding the Mickelson Trail in South Dakota's Black Hills 2. Olympic Discovery Trail You'll love the intense greenery of the Olympic Peninsula. Alex Strickland Wind across the wild Pacific Northwest's Olympic Peninsula, with views of snowy peaks, ocean vistas, and clear lakes. The Olympic Discovery Trail links roads and multi-use paths and includes some... --- - Published: 2023-07-20 - Modified: 2025-05-15 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/soloist-margaret-valentine-le-longs-bicycling-legacy/ - Categories: Inspire - Authors: Erin Fanning The barbed wire gate and barrel hoop leaped into view midway down the Wyoming hill. Margaret Valentine Le Long swerved her bicycle, only to meet with a badger hole. The world blurred into a kaleidoscope of blues, greens, and browns as she plummeted down the sharp incline. She landed in a jumble, her green bicycle resting nearby, while her hat and veil settled on the gate. “I carefully wiggled around and found no bones were broken, then I sat up and began to cry,” Le Long wrote of her 1897 solo bicycle tour from Chicago to San Francisco. “Then I laughed, but the laugh had a hysterical sound and I quit. There is no use having hysterics all alone. ” Despite Le Long’s daring, little is known about her beyond the basics: a white woman, who was probably in her twenties when she began her journey. Her solo tour has been buried by time with only a few mentions in history-of-bicycling timelines. Le Long’s is a story of bravery and ingenuity. Unidentified photograph that accompanies Le Long’s article. Is it her? Outing Luckily, she reported her travels for the 1898 February/March issues of Outing, a late 19th/early 20th century outdoor magazine. Nowhere in her account does Le Long explain her motivation for the trip, although in 1897, the Detroit Free Press wrote, “She made the journey ... for the sake of the adventure and experience. ” Le Long’s adventure began on a May morning when she straddled her drop-frame safety... --- - Published: 2023-07-05 - Modified: 2024-09-09 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/united-we-kickstand/ - Categories: Uncategorized - Authors: Dan Meyer This article first appeared in the May/June 2023 issue of Adventure Cyclist magazine.   Twenty-three blocks due south of Temple Square, in an industrial part of town that nonetheless enjoys a couple of excellent breweries, sits the Bicycle Collective, Salt Lake City, Utah’s nonprofit community bike shop. There are a few bike racks on the sidewalk outside, and greeting you with a wave at the front door is a statue of a person made of old bicycle parts attached to a defunct mailbox. Inside, you won’t find a spotless shop floor or a neat array of brand-new carbon racing bikes that cost more than a year’s rent. Instead, you’ll see racks of restored bikes for sale — priced mostly at a few hundred dollars or less — alongside a handful of well-used workstations, bins of old derailers and brake calipers, and a pile of worn tires bound for recycling, all sitting beneath rows of wheels hanging from the ceiling like chandeliers. On the radio: Cat Stevens. On the wall above the entrance: a Klein road bike, an old Peugeot, and a vintage Slingshot mountain bike bejeweled with purple anodized components. In the bike racks: a collection of ’90s mountain bikes, well-used hybrids, old road bikes, and even a mint Co-Motion Siskiyou with a Pinion gearbox. At the work benches — each one with its own set of tools, a bike stand, a wheel truing stand, and, for some reason, a bottle of Windex — were a few volunteers wrenching on kids’ bikes.... --- - Published: 2023-06-21 - Modified: 2025-05-15 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/howd-ya-get-that-shot/ - Categories: Plan - Authors: Ally Mabry The pages of our magazine are stuffed to the gills with stellar examples of photography shot from a multitude of trusty touring saddles. We at Adventure Cyclist cheer aloud every time an author submits an incredible gallery to accompany their written story. The right photos bring a story to life beyond the words. Visuals are processed 60,000 times faster than text — an MIT study found that the human brain only needs 13 milliseconds to identify an image. Literally: the blink of an eye. Because of this, photography is an important tool in print media storytelling. We aim to inspire our readers to dream of the vast expanse of Iceland with Greg Maino and to sit atop Ana Zamorano’s bicycle in Kyrgyzstan. These photographers do their job so well, they make us consider spending our next vacation days whisked off to a foreign land smelling new air and taking in new sights. While smartphone cameras do the trick for Instagram, they don’t always cut it for print, which is obviously where we’re invested. Perhaps manufacturers aren’t too far away from smartphone cameras that will deliver the quality print demands, but we can always tell if a photo was taken with a smartphone. That’s not to say that the photos aren’t worth taking if you only have a smartphone, though — of course they are. But if you’re interested in gaining a bit of confidence carrying your prized DSLR into the backcountry to get the really good shots, we’re here to... --- - Published: 2023-06-21 - Modified: 2025-05-15 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/pocket-guide-to-photography/ - Categories: Plan - Authors: Ally Mabry Light Our best advice is to use natural light to your advantage: shoot early around sunrise and shoot late around sunset. Full noon sun might feel great on your cheeks, but it creates harsh overhead shadows that make getting nice shots tricky, especially when faces are involved. Clouds diffuse sunlight and cast softer shadows, which can make for objectively nicer photos. Of course, you won’t always have control over when the shots you want to capture occur. Ally Mabry Golden hour refers to the first and last hours of sun. At golden hour, the sun shines through a thicker layer of atmosphere, which diffuses the light and scatters blue and violet wavelengths, creating a warmer golden hue. More importantly, the direction of the light source (a. k. a. the sun) is very low during golden hour. It’s easy to make things look great in photos during these times because they actually look great in person. Blue hour, also called twilight, refers to the hour before sunrise and after sunset. During blue hour, the light’s blue wavelengths dominate, and the light is indirect. Blue hour can make for some nice shots, but the quantity of light will be low, so you’ll need to adjust ISO, shutter speed, and aperture to compensate. Use the chart on the back page as a reference. Exposure Exposure is the amount of light that reaches your camera’s sensor, creating visual data over a period of time. That period is most often a fraction of a second... --- - Published: 2023-06-02 - Modified: 2025-05-15 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/gravel-bike-geometry/ - Categories: Plan - Authors: Hollie Ernest When people ask me about cycling gear, I generally say that if I’m not thinking about it (brake levers, sleeping pad, etc. ), then it’s working perfectly. I used to ride a stiff aluminum cyclocross bike for everything: short bikepacking trips, cyclocross races, road rides, and randonneuring rides (extra-long unsupported road rides that guarantee a sore bum). This bike’s gearing and cantilever brakes – the weakest of brake systems – were definitely not meant for steep hills, and the tire clearance maxed out at just 32mm. But none of this stopped me from taking it out for 2o or 120 miles. I didn’t have room in my garage or my bank account for another bike, so I chose not to think about the options in the marketplace. As the years passed, I started to feel the differences between my old aluminum road/everything bike and my mountain bike, with its stability and strong brakes. When my trusty aluminum was about 10 years old and had seen thousands of miles, I rode it down a notoriously steep descent near my house in foggy mist. The brakes took ages to slow me down, using every ounce of my grip strength. Every tiny bump was jarring. My neck ached at the end of the ride – and it started to swivel towards gravel bikes. Even though I was still skeptical of the difference between gravel bikes and what I already had, I arrived home that day and asked my husband what he thought about... --- - Published: 2023-05-24 - Modified: 2025-05-15 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/chasing-adventure-on-surveyors-ridge/ - Categories: Ride - Authors: Nathan Pipenberg There’s something alluring about a long-distance adventure. Maybe it’s the chance to disengage from the complications of daily life. Maybe it’s to do with the way long trips distill life to the basics, like where to sleep and where to find water. Maybe it’s simply the chance to immerse yourself in nature and new places. Whatever the appeal is, it definitely has its hold on me. I’ve spent many a work day dreaming about riding the Great Divide or hiking the Pacific Crest Trail. Planning a Short Trip But for Matt, Nick, and I, all thirty-somethings with fairly hectic lives and full-time jobs, a months-long adventure wasn’t in the cards. The specific long trail we wished we could tackle was the Oregon Timber Trail, which my circle of bikepacking friends talked about in hushed, reverent tones. One of the only long-distance trails created with mountain bikes in mind, the OTT is nearly 700 miles of jeep roads and singletrack that trace the spine of the Oregon Cascades from the California border to Washington. Without the time to spare to ride the trail in its entirety, our next best idea was a quick weekend getaway that would at least capture a few of the highlights on that epic route. I know we aren’t alone in seeking out long-distance trails for weekend trips. Though long trails are often completed in one go, it’s also a non-starter for many of us with what we begrudgingly refer to as “real lives. ” According to... --- - Published: 2023-05-04 - Modified: 2025-05-23 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/seen-at-sea-otter-2023/ - Categories: Adventure Cycling Staff - Authors: Adventure Cycling Staff We went to Sea Otter Classic and got more than some lousy tshirts and a sunburn. What's a Sea Otter Classic? It's not just a vintage marine mammal; it's a multidisciplinary series of bike races and also what is currently the largest bike expo in North America. We handed out copies of Adventure Cyclist magazine, chatted with members, recruited new ones, played DIY carnival games, and held GDMBR office hours. Here's some gear we saw at the show that stood out to us. Practical Advice for the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route Bivo Bottles In a July 2022 Adventure Cyclist Waypoint, we ran a story called “Bidon with the Wind” about the problem with plastic bottles in pro cycling, but the problem isn’t really relegated to just the fastest pedalers in the tightest Lycra. Plastic in any form is a scourge on the environment, and bottles can be poor for our health as they can hold onto harmful bacteria (I can’t be the only who has looked into her bottle in dismay to find a layer of black gunk gathered on the bottom). I was thrilled to bump into Bivo at Sea Otter, sent their way by a friend who was raving about the product. It’s an aluminum water bottle that has a traditional rubber mouthpiece, plus a hose that solves the problem of not being able to squeeze the bottle to release water. You just turn it upside down (or otherwise angled to drink from) and it pours. But... --- - Published: 2023-05-02 - Modified: 2024-03-25 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/still-beautiful/ - Categories: Ride - Authors: Kurt Gensheimer This article first appeared in the March/April 2023 issue of Adventure Cyclist magazine. Standing on Main Street in Greenville, California, there is an eerie silence. Aside from some old hunks of burnt steel jutting from the ground, there is virtually nothing left of a perfectly preserved Gold Rush–era town that used to be. The streetcorner conversations of residents and business owners have been replaced by the growls of excavators and the beeping of backward-moving bulldozers. The banter of children running down the street has been replaced by the roar of chainsaws tearing into blackened logs and chugging generators powering the three remaining buildings left standing. The hillside west of Greenville is charred and scarred with dozer lines zigzagging every direction across the mountain. The lone sound of a train horn announces its passing while log truck after log truck diesel through town on Highway 89, loaded down with salvaged timber. It was a scorching hot July day in Greenville with no shade to be found except a small gazebo and a couple awnings, set up for customers at the makeshift food truck court in a dirt parking lot where a building used to be, providing a couple of dining options for locals. But considering almost every home had been wiped clean, most of the customers are employees of the Forest Service and the power company, working to restore some semblance of life to Greenville. The sky grew gray and dark, and an unannounced summer rain fell on the hot asphalt,... --- - Published: 2023-05-01 - Modified: 2025-05-23 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/eight-things-i-learned-from-round-the-world-record-holder-jenny-graham/ - Categories: Uncategorized - Authors: Laura Killingbeck In 2018, 38-year-old Scottish cyclist Jenny Graham broke the women’s world record for cycling around the world. In just 124 days she pedaled 18,000 miles across four continents, through wind, rain, snow, and heat. She rode unsupported, carrying her own gear and independently managing daily logistics of food, shelter, navigation, and bike maintenance. She often slept a few hours at a time in fields, bus shelters, or ditches. Other times she didn’t sleep at all, and simply rode through the night. As long as she found coffee in the morning, she was good to go! Graham recently wrote about this journey in her characteristically buoyant, completely astounding book, Coffee First, Then The World. I’ve been familiar with Jenny Graham’s story – and her exuberant method of storytelling – since listening to her vivid 2021 Tough Girl Podcast. I don’t know if it’s the extreme nature of her achievements, or the sense that she’s genuinely grinning when she talks about experiences that sound absolutely terrible, but I’ve always found it difficult to hear Graham speak without feeling radically inspired. Her book had the same effect. 10 Tough Girl Podcasts I enjoy reading memoirs by ultra-endurance cyclists because they’re stories of uniquely motivated people who wake up every day to pursue something difficult that they genuinely love. To achieve these pursuits, they have to systematically dismantle their own physical and emotional limitations. The struggle is real, and so is the allure. You could apply the lessons from these stories to any aspect... --- - Published: 2023-04-17 - Modified: 2025-05-23 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/the-first-adventure/ - Categories: Uncategorized - Authors: Malee Oot Six miles seemed like a doable distance. After all, the ride would be entirely flat. When I plotted the route to our backcountry campsite, Google Maps assured me that I could walk the entire way in about two hours. Cycling there should be a piece of cake. But, when I planned the three-day family getaway to Virginia’s False Cape State Park, there was one detail I hadn’t fully considered. Half the riders in our group were under the age of six – and their bikepacking skills were still to be determined. Where the Pavement Ends One of Virginia’s most remote protected areas, False Cape State Park spreads over a mile-wide barrier spit nestled between Back Bay and the Atlantic Ocean, just south of Virginia Beach. A patchwork of shifting coastal dunes, marshy wetlands, and forests of live oak and loblolly pine, the slender spit of land has been a state park since 1980, and was designated as one of Virginia’s State Natural Area Preserves in 2002. The park’s southern boundary extends to the North Carolina border, touching the beaches of the Outer Banks. To the north, the protected area is bounded by the Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge (NWR), a 9,200 acre sanctuary for migratory avifauna established in 1938 to preserve the region’s vanishing coastal wetlands. And this means, there’s no motorized access to the park. Instead, to reach the isolated protected area visitors must hike, bike, or paddle through the Back Bay NWR. The glorious beach on the Atlantic... --- - Published: 2023-04-12 - Modified: 2025-05-23 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/the-chocolate-connection/ - Categories: Ride - Authors: June J. Siple A version of this story ran in the August/September 1983 edition of BikeReport. This version appeared in the June 2016 issue of Adventure Cyclist magazine. Huddled around a café table in the tiny Mexican village of Chocolate (choc-o-la’-tay) and absorbed in the future, we were only vaguely aware of the café’s daily routines. Huge, black iron kettles full of chopped- up pork meat simmered over open fires on the barren dirt yard out front. My husband, Greg, had captured the cooking process, part of the facade of the café, and several locals on film, but otherwise our four cameras sat idle. Preoccupied with a new idea, we forgot to photograph our conversation. But that meeting would have a tremendous and lasting effect on the future of bicycle touring in the U. S. It All Started with Hemistour Hemistour was on the road. We had traveled from Anchorage, Alaska, gathering companions here and there and seeking publicity to help bicycle touring grow in America and to promote hosteling. National Geographic magazine had scheduled a Hemistour article for the following month — May 1973 (see story in April 2016 Adventure Cyclist). The support, the recognition, and the publicity we sought through Hemistour — all were in hand. Greg and I would eventually push on to the tip of Argentina to finish the expedition’s goal of riding bicycles from Alaska to Argentina, the length of the Western Hemisphere. Nearly everyone we met seemed astounded at the notion that bicyclists could actually ride that... --- - Published: 2023-04-10 - Modified: 2025-05-23 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/stay-warm-on-your-next-bike-camping-trip/ - Categories: Uncategorized - Authors: Laura Killingbeck This year I decided to escape the Massachusetts winter by cycling south from San Francisco on the Pacific Coast Bike Route. I went slowly, stopped frequently to look for sea creatures, and spent time hiking, camping, and visiting friends. It was a beautiful, meandering journey. Revisiting the Pacific Coast Route Between late January and late February, nightime temperatures were often in the 30s and 40s, with daytime temperatures hovering in the 40s and 50s. The weather was mostly dry and windy with occasional rain. I often woke up in the morning with my tent covered in frost, but it quickly melted as soon as the sun rose. These weren’t harsh winter temperatures, but they weren’t easy breezy summer temperatures either! It’s what I consider “cool season” cycling and camping. For folks living in the northern US or at higher elevations, “cool season” or “shoulder season” usually happens in the spring or fall. In the southern and/or coastal US, cool season often extends throughout the winter. This is often a perfect time to sneak in a bike camping trip! You may wake up to frost. That's ok! Laura Killingbeck Cool Season Camping Cool season bike camping has plenty of advantages. Riding temperatures are often ideal. On some routes – like the Pacific Coast Route – there’s less traffic than during the summer high season. It’s a good time to be on a bike. Shoulder seasons are also often a time of unique environmental changes. In the spring, flowers are blooming; in... --- - Published: 2023-04-05 - Modified: 2025-05-23 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/roll-right-from-your-door-in-seattle/ - Categories: Uncategorized - Authors: Jessica C Levine “Step out onto the Planet. Draw a circle a hundred feet round,” instructs poet Lew Welch. “Inside the circle are 300 things nobody understands, and maybe nobody’s ever really seen. How many can you find? ” he challenges us. If we expand the hundred feet to 100 miles, we find the Puget Sound region in Washington State rich with routes in any direction. Bike overnights, often with a ferry assist, make for local adventures. The slow pace of adventure cycling allows you time and space to look carefully at new things — birds, trail side plants sometimes ripe with summer fruit, tides, beaches, and beauty — and look within, so that within that circle a hundred feet or a hundred miles around, you can find home and your place on the Puget. Center yourself in your region and take the time to explore those 300 or more things and find the joys in what lies right around you. The route may lead to questions and better understanding about the place, about people, and about the region. When you are centered and consider your home the hub, you’ll find bespoken routes right from the door. Ride right from your door. Seattle is my hub in the Puget. While I bike commute daily as a place-based educator, these four journeys are favorite bike overnights, or longer excursions, often with a ferry assist. Point your compass in any direction and enjoy these local adventures perfect for just about anyone. Go West! Just across... --- - Published: 2023-03-30 - Modified: 2025-05-23 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/the-bikepacker-who-mapped-costa-rica/ - Categories: Uncategorized - Authors: Robert Isenberg David Rodríguez Berrón was concerned about the crocodiles.   It was late morning when Rodríguez squeezed his brakes and stopped at the edge of the Río Bongo. The muddy road vanished into dark water, and Rodríguez had no idea how deep it ran. No bridge spanned its 100-yard width, but the road clearly resumed on the other side. He scanned the murk for the pebbled backs of crocodiles, who were rumored to live in the Bongo’s estuary. For this stage, Rodríguez wasn’t alone; he had to consider his riding partner, Camila Yglesias Fischel, who leaned against her own gravel bike and surveyed the coffee-colored riffles. There was no way around, and the sun sets early in Costa Rica. Enter a Toyota Fortuner. It hobbled down the road and pulled up next to them. A guy jumped out, beer and cigarette in hand. Rodríguez recognized the trio from earlier that morning, when they’d crossed paths at a local restaurant. “Do you guys know the depth? ” Rodríguez asked. The drivers didn’t, but they also didn’t care. The SUV lunged forward, into the Río Bongo. Its engine bellowed as the Fortuner waded up to its belly; tires clawed the riverbed for traction. With nail-biting slowness, the car slogged its way across the river. At last it reached the other side, dribbling water down its wheels. “We thought, if these guys can cross,” Rodríguez recalls, “we can cross, walking. ” And so they did, sloshing through the current with bags on their shoulders,... --- - Published: 2023-03-20 - Modified: 2024-03-22 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/burlington-to-montreal-one-familys-first-international-bike-tour/ - Categories: Ride - Authors: Sarah Hunter As I flip through the photo album of our bike trip from Burlington to Montreal, I’m struck by the diversity of landscapes we encountered. The glossy 4x6 images show us traveling along the shores of Lake Champlain, up the Chambly Canal along the Richelieu River, to the impressive skyline of Montreal, and back again. They show us traversing rural neighborhoods, small towns, and miles of farmland. But this trip was so much more than the stunning scenes these photos convey. When we pass the album around the living room, it triggers memories of friendly encounters with strangers, delicious well-earned meals, sore muscles, gusty winds, warm rain, and countless small moments we shared throughout our journey. It brings to life an incredible family adventure. It was late August 2018 when my husband and I and our two teenage sons tucked our passports safely into our panniers and set out from Burlington, Vermont, on a course for Montreal. In the past we’ve designed our bike tours around rail trails and when we’ve been on the road we’ve followed my pre-planned turn-by-turn directions. This trip stitched together bike paths, a canal route, and roads. It required more map and navigation skills. Knowing this would add an element of adventure, I intentionally avoided over-planning this trip. My thought was it would be more fun to figure it out together as we went (full disclosure – this approach also saved me a lot of time). I discovered early on that my theory worked. When we... --- - Published: 2023-03-16 - Modified: 2025-05-23 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/geared-up-is-it-still-winter/ - Categories: Ride - Authors: Adventure Cycling Staff Grand Trunk Compass 360° Stool, $60 The Grand Trunk Compass 360° Stool is not the lightest camp stool out there, nor is it the smallest, most packable stool. But it does have a nifty gimmick that those other camp stools do not: it swivels! Not only that, but it also has a mesh pocket underneath the seat, and the carry bag has a strap so you can sling it on your shoulder or carry it around your waist. It weighs one pound, and it actually does pack down pretty small. The swivel function may seem gimmicky at first, but trust me, you don’t know what you’re missing. Once you have the power to swivel at will, it’s hard to go back to a non-swiveling stool. Strange noise behind you? Swivel! Smoke from the campfire changes direction? Swivel! Clouds part above your campsite to reveal a breathtaking view of the Milky Way? Swivel to take it all in! The only limit to the Compass 360° Stool is your own imagination. –Dan Meyer Atsko Sport-Wash Residue Free Detergent, $3. 82/4oz. Synthetic fabrics get stinky over time, and the sweat smell doesn’t always wash out with regular laundry detergent. So I’ve started to wash my bike clothing with Atsko’s Sport-Wash instead. Made for hunters who need to be scent-free, Sport-Wash gets the stank out, as well as blood, grass, and other stains. There are no brighteners or fragrances, so when your laundry goes through the rinse cycle, the detergent fully washes out and... --- - Published: 2023-03-01 - Modified: 2024-02-26 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/april-fools/ - Categories: Uncategorized - Authors: Dan Meyer April Fools!   This clearly fake ad was for Bells Helmets, not Bell Helmets. Bell Helmets in no way approved of or laughed at this joke, but we do hope it brings them a smile and some helmet sales. --- - Published: 2023-02-28 - Modified: 2024-03-26 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/over-the-edge/ - Categories: Ride - Authors: Carolyne Whelan This article first appeared in the December 2022/January 2023 issue of Adventure Cyclist magazine. In 2018, I was on a work trip riding my bike down the Colorado Trail with Rim Tours, a bicycle touring outfit specializing in van-supported mountain bike tours in Utah and Colorado. It was a dream trip at my dream job, and I was escaping a pretty uncomfortable home situation by riding a rental bike that was nicer than any bike I’d ever owned in an area I'd never ridden in a part of the country I love and had recently moved away from. It was a perfect September afternoon with a light breeze and just enough clouds in the sky to keep the sunburns away, the smoke from nearby fires not yet reaching us and the leaves of the aspens just barely starting to turn golden. There was a problem, though: I couldn’t ride. I chalked it up to altitude sickness, vertigo, new bike jitters. I found myself scooting along a ridge of a mountain at a petrified crawl. I hit a tight bend in the trail as it carved right and I dabbed my foot on the wrong side, the side that goes off the cliff rather than into it, and was saved by a bush a few feet downhill. I had tunnel vision, couldn’t see, was hyperventilating. I was the soon-to-be Editor-in-Chief of a famous mountain bike magazine, yet I was unable to ride even the most timid of trail sections of a... --- - Published: 2023-02-22 - Modified: 2025-05-23 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/plants-of-baja-from-a-to-z/ - Categories: Uncategorized - Authors: Hollie Ernest Staring at the red dirt road stretching to the east, I suddenly realized the vast possibilities of traveling from one town to another off-road. It sank in, like scant rain drops in desert soil – I was really going to travel 1700 miles down the Baja peninsula, barely touching pavement. I had known it was possible in theory, but had never felt it myself. I had just started, and I wanted to send a massive thanks to the creators of this route, Nicholas Carman and Lael Wilcox. That morning, I had crossed into Mexico at Tecate, beginning seven weeks of solo riding on the Baja Divide. Interview with Lael Wilcox That sudden realization merged with a heightened awareness. The sights, sounds, and smells were more intense without the filter of company. I felt incredibly alone, but not lonely. I opened my arms wide, trying to absorb the coastal sage scrub. As the days went by, I learned a lot about Baja, bikepacking, and myself. I learned about the unique peninsula and its history, the plate tectonics that shape it, and the cultures residing in its hills and on its coasts. In the north are the traditional lands of the Kumeyaay to the west, and the Cocopa to the east. The PaiPai lands are just a little further south, including Uruapan and San Vicente, and stretch from one coast to the other. The Cochimí lands cover the middle of the peninsula; the lands of the Guaycura surround modern-day Ciudad Constitución, and... --- - Published: 2023-02-15 - Modified: 2023-09-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/my-first-van-supported-gravel-tour/ - Categories: Explore, Jessica Zephyrs - Tags: Places - Authors: Jessica Zephyrs Drawn by the promise of sunshine, scenic gravel, and 65 degrees in November, Amelia and I hopped on a plane headed for Tucson, Arizona. We cross our fingers that our boxed bikes would be gently handled by the Delta staff and flew out of the clouds and south across the desert landscapes, Amelia pointing out the San Raphael Swell and the Grand Canyon below. We were destined for our first Adventure Cycling van-supported Guided Tour, called Patagonia AZ Gravel, just south of Tucson. Amelia and I have been on a few cycling adventures together, always off-road, over remote mountain ranges, and unsupported far from cell service. With loads of planning, we knew the terrain, route, and services for each day. We had to. But life had given me a few lemons. A four-day, van-supported guided tour — where the leaders told us where to go each day and toted our gear in the van — was our golden ticket. At the same time, a gravel tour lent us the treats we desired in a bike trip: rural dirt, scenic tent camping, mountain passes, and abundant wildlife. When we met our leaders, Joe and Denny, Amelia and I were frantically assembling our bikes. While Delta handled our bikes with care, the airline employees believed our bikes needed to see Oakland and L. A. before finally arriving in Tucson. Luckily, Joe and Denny waved our apologies away, helped us when they could and cheered encouragement when needed — the sign of a... --- - Published: 2023-02-14 - Modified: 2024-04-15 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/road-test-moots-routt-esc/ - Categories: Ride - Authors: Dan Meyer Many years ago, when I was a young service member living in Southern California, a friend and I visited the local BMW dealership. We were both junior enlisted Marines and didn’t make enough money to afford an oil change on a German vehicle, let alone an entire car. But my buddy — let’s call him Steve — had been struck by the then-new 7 Series luxury sedan. Steve wanted one, and he wasn’t about to let a little thing like a piddly government paycheck stop him. Steve took one for a test drive (the back seat was so sumptuous that I was nearly lulled to sleep). Back at the dealership, Steve began to convince me just how he could afford an $80,000 car. He figured if he never spent another dime on anything but insurance and fuel, he could afford it. Of course, he would have to live in the car, which, from my perspective in the back seat, didn’t seem like such a bad idea. I thought Steve was fully nuts, but hey, it wasn’t my money he was spending. And besides, who am I to tell someone they can’t have the best? Which brings us to the elephant in the room: no, the price you’re seeing on these pages is not a typo. And yes, $13k for a bicycle is atrociously expensive. But the Moots Routt ESC is not intended to be an affordable mode of transportation for the average consumer. Handmade in Steamboat Springs, Colorado — and... --- - Published: 2023-02-07 - Modified: 2023-04-14 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/saying-yes-to-ebikes-in-the-dolomites/ - Categories: Belén Castelló, Explore - Tags: Places - Authors: Belén Castelló A bikepacking trip may sound like an intimidating way of spending the holidays, and I get it! It might seem tough and unrealistic. Perhaps you believe you're not fit enough for such an endeavor. Plus, why would you spend your time off work for the discomfort of such a physically demanding activity or camping in a cold tent? The most nourishing experiences I’ve ever lived have not been whilst hanging around the house or at an all-inclusive beach hotel. There’s something about bike travel that activates minds, enriching every situation and making things look, taste, and feel better. This past summer, Tristan and I marked our fifth anniversary since we started traveling by bike. When we first started, I was leaving my office job behind for an exciting gap year on two wheels. I still remember my nerves while preparing and my feeling of uncertainty; I didn’t quite know what I was getting myself into. Similarly, a few months ago—over lunch and out of the blue—my brother expressed interest in joining us on one of our trips. Without thinking twice, we invited him to ride with us in the majestic Italian Alps. At that moment, I saw reflected in him that same feeling of emotion for the unknown I had felt upon my first departure. Picking the Right Bike for Bikepacking The problem was that Horacio didn’t have much experience riding bikes. Apart from having had two knee surgeries in the near past and not being in great shape, the terrain in the Dolomites... --- - Published: 2023-02-01 - Modified: 2023-04-14 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/walter-johnson-one-of-a-few-black-cyclists-to-ride-bikecentennial-1976/ - Categories: 40th Anniversary, Adventure Cycling Staff, blog, Support - Tags: Culture History and Humor - Authors: Adventure Cycling Staff Walter Johnson was an assistant leader during Bikecentennial (tours across the TransAm Bicycle Trail in the summer of 1976) and one of the few black individuals to ride that year. Bikecentennial made him realize that he doesn’t need much except for friendship.   Walter is considered an icon to some of his riding friends because he rode across the country, but we consider him a legend because he's still an important part of his bike community, leading rides in his mid-eighties. Bikecentennial: Summer of 1976 How old were you when you did Bikecentennial? I was 40 years old and had been working for IBM in Philadelphia for 10 years. I had been biking as an adult for about four years. What inspired you to do Bikecentennial? I had a friend who, when he was in his teens, took the train to Montreal and rode his bike back to Philadelphia. I thought that was the most marvelous thing and wished that I could do the same. Years later, I read an article about Bikecentennial in Bicycling Magazine. Here was my opportunity to take an extended bike tour. The article said the government would match grants to help fund the planning of the route. I sent in $20 or $25. Later, they asked for more money, so I sent more. The year before Bikecentennial, I asked my manager at IBM if I could take eight weeks vacation to do the ride. He agreed and wrote a letter saying he approved my time off, which was... --- - Published: 2023-01-31 - Modified: 2025-05-23 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/cycle-therapy/ - Categories: Explore, Uncategorized - Authors: kevin conley Life is not defined by your weaknesses, the adversity you face, or your many shortcomings. Life will be defined by how you build strength in the face of that weakness, how you build character, fortitude, and tenacity to overcome adversity, and how you turn your shortcomings, mental health struggles, grief, despair, or financial issues into a stronger and fiercer, braver you. When you overcome, heal, and let go, you will come out the other end tougher and you may find the fighter buried within you. In November 2020, I hiked off an unnamed mountain in Yosemite National Park. The rains and snow were coming, and the federal government was laying off seasonal wildland firefighters, as they do every year. I had spent the last four years as a wildland firefighter, on an engine, a module, and two as a Snake River Hotshot. That last day of the season is bittersweet. The 16-hour days and two days off a month are behind you now. You say goodbye to the daily purpose, goals, and camaraderie, and everyone heads their different directions with the next six months off. But what happens to firefighters in the off-season is rarely spoken of. Many have issues with mental health, and no one talks about it. You believe that you’re too tough to be fragile, learning only later that to be tough is to be fragile. As I drove out of Yosemite, saying goodbye to magnificent granite walls, the friendly bears, and the world-renowned waterfalls, I was... --- - Published: 2023-01-30 - Modified: 2025-05-23 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/who-needs-fenders/ - Categories: Ride, Sheldon Brown - Tags: Bikes and Gear - Authors: Sheldon Brown This article first appeared in the July 1999 issue of Adventure Cyclist magazine. It has been updated to reflect changes in technology and product quality by Paul Buchanan (@thecasualroadie). If you are a fair-weather, day-tripping cyclist, you don’t need fenders, but if you are a touring cyclist, and you’re not traveling exclusively in a desert climate, you really should have fenders on your touring bike. Fenders by themselves won’t keep you dry in a pounding rain, but they make a tremendous difference when you are riding roads that are wet from drizzle, recent rain, or snowmelt. Even in hard rain, you will become wet with clean rain from above, but your body and bicycle will be protected from the mud and sand kicked up from dirty puddles and rivulets. Touring Bike Buyers Guide Glossary Fenders Protect Your Bicycle Many cyclists protect themselves from rain by wearing rain gear, but they forget that their bicycles don’t like dirty water any better than their bodies do. This bike chain has seen better days, but at least it’s protected by a fender! Daniel Mrgan The water kicked up by your wheels is much worse for your bicycle than the clean rain falling from the sky. If you ride in wet conditions without fenders, your chain, derailers, and brakes will all get sprayed with sandy, muddy, scummy water, often mixed with gasoline residue. This is very bad for these parts. Your derailers will work better and longer, and your chain will last considerably longer, if... --- - Published: 2023-01-23 - Modified: 2023-04-14 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/spring-on-the-great-allegheny-passage-with-my-boys/ - Categories: Explore, Guest Posts, Sarah Hunter - Tags: Places - Authors: Sarah Hunter Mist rising from the waterfall shimmers in the late afternoon sunbeams that cut through the forest. As I look up at the ravine wall we’ve descended to stand next to this beauty, I’m reasonably sure that we can climb out, and in any event, I decide it was worth it. For the past few months, all of the waterfalls we’ve encountered have been encased in ice. Unleashed by spring, water travels unencumbered here on the Great Allegheny Passage (GAP), and so do we. Throughout our journey, we’ve occasionally been joined by bunnies that hop along the trail with us. More than once we’ve found ourselves involved in a friendly race with a butterfly, and we’ve discovered that waterfalls like this one, strengthened by spring runoff, are almost commonplace. With trail towns along the way offering good food and rest for the weary, we understand now why this trip is often referred to as the “ride of your life. ” Waterfall in spring. Sarah Hunter Just a few days ago, my two teenage sons and I loaded our bikes and bare essentials in the car and left our snow-packed yard to embark on this trip we’ve been planning since the days were short. We looked for a scenic rail trail of considerable mileage in an area that would be warm in mid-April, and within reasonable driving distance from our home. A bit of research on Adventure Cycling’s tours and routes led us to the GAP, a 150-mile rail trail that winds along... --- - Published: 2023-01-17 - Modified: 2025-05-28 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/motherland/ - Categories: Ride - Authors: Mandela Echefu This article first appeared in the December 2022/January 2023 issue of Adventure Cyclist magazine. In April, when the novelty and magic of winter has worn off, the days are neither warm nor long enough, and we’re mostly over skiing, we turn our minds to the fantasies of basking in the sun while spinning the cranks in short sleeves on our bikes. We dream of the wonder of summer and the rays of sun hitting your face, telling you it’s going to be a great day. For the fortunate, they load up their bikes and elope to warmer climates to get some preseason adventuring in hotspots like Arizona, Florida, Spain, and Tenerife. One of the last places I imagine would be on these fantasy lists is probably Africa, and definitely not Nigeria, but that is what I did! In the first week of April, during a rogue snowstorm, I boarded a plane for Nigeria, with the forecast temperature for the 14 days I was going to be there at or above 95°F. Nigeria seems to be a confluence of topography, climate, cultures, and philosophies. It straddles the equator, with its northern region housing a fair amount of the Sahara Desert and its southern region dipping ever so slightly into the Atlantic, giving the country a healthy dose of varied topography, oppressive sunbeams, persistent dust, and the ever-present humidity. Commonly referred to as the giant of Africa, Nigeria is the melting pot and center of social, economic, and cultural trendsetting for the... --- - Published: 2023-01-16 - Modified: 2025-05-19 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/epic-planning/ - Categories: Hollie Ernest, Plan - Tags: Touring Basics - Authors: Hollie Ernest My boss’s thick white mustache twitched nervously under fluorescent lights in the tiny office. Outside, the stars still shone bright in a navy blue sky of frozen predawn. I told him I was quitting after two years with the company, to bicycle around the world. His eyes widened. He was known for being very dedicated, and worked for the same timber company for 40 years. Sweat emanated from my armpits on that frigid December day, and I was sure he would call me crazy and yell at me to get out of his office. Instead, he shocked me by saying, “Wow, that sounds wonderful. You know, you should do this now, while you’re young, don’t wait to retire like me. Send us a postcard. ” Everyone is capable of going on an epic adventure. I am neither brave nor strong, yet here I am, having traveled through 15 countries and many regions in the U. S. on various trips. I am just a normal person. I still get scared sleeping in my tent alone, and have embarrassingly little upper body strength. You do not need anything special to embark on an epic adventure, just the desire and drive to do so.   People often tell me that they want to do a big bike tour, but they do not have enough time. Or enough money. Or they have children. Or their significant other/spouse does not ride bikes. Or they can’t leave their jobs. Or they’re too old. But! There is... --- - Published: 2023-01-12 - Modified: 2023-04-14 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/this-winter-plan-your-dream-bike-trip/ - Categories: Laura Killingbeck, Plan - Tags: Touring Basics - Authors: Laura Killingbeck Every time the Adventure Cycling catalog arrives at my house, I sit down, flip it open to the centerfold, and stare. It’s a map of the United States, laced with bold, brightly colored lines. These lines are bike routes. I trace them with my fingers, imagining the feel of the wind in Nevada, the glint of waves off the coast of Oregon. Maybe in Maine, I could meet a moose! And in Louisiana, a crayfish lording over its mudball castle! By the time I close the catalog, my whole body is kind of jittery. I bounce through the rest of my day, imagining the possibilities. I could bike anywhere! Spark Your Imagination Over the last fifteen years I’ve been lucky to go on lots of long bike trips, and each one has started in the same place: my imagination. Imagination is a vast realm of spark and sparkle. If you can see yourself pedaling away, cackling into the wind, then you’re one step closer to actually doing it.   Look at a map, read some stories from Adventure Cycling's blog, check out some pictures, and imagine yourself pedaling. What will it feel like to ride over a mist-shrouded mountain? Or roll through the sunshine on a cheerful urban bike path? Are you eating cookies? Or picking blueberries off a roadside bush? Once the wheels of your imagination are spinning, you’re already getting somewhere. Choose Something Exciting After you’ve spent a while playing with the reality of infinite possibility, it’s time... --- - Published: 2023-01-03 - Modified: 2025-05-28 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/keep-spinning/ - Categories: Explore - Authors: Helena Kotala I was getting ready to go for a bike ride with a friend when I got the call. I stood on her back porch as my doctor choked on the words, “It looks like you have lymphoma. ” The conversation that followed went in one ear and out the other. I didn’t even remember what kind of lymphoma it was and had to call back the next day and ask. I was completely numb with shock as she explained to me the next steps, that she would be referring me to an oncologist and that I should probably get in to see them in the next couple of days. Six weeks earlier, I’d gotten a swollen lymph node in my right armpit checked out. It had been there for a month or so, and I thought that was strange. I otherwise felt fine and I’m not typically one to run to the doctor, but a nagging feeling told me that maybe I shouldn’t ignore this. Still, I felt silly at that first appointment, like I was making a big deal out of nothing. “You don’t think it’s cancer, do you? ” I asked as I sat uncomfortably on the exam table while the doctor palpated my lump. Despite her warm demeanor, medical facilities were not places I felt at home. I’d rather be in the woods any day. She assured me that no, I probably did not have cancer, but they had to run all the tests just in case.... --- - Published: 2023-01-03 - Modified: 2025-05-02 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/road-test-salsa-journeyer/ - Categories: Ride - Authors: Carolyne Whelan Nothing gets me ramped up to ride my bike like those surprisingly warm, sunny days mid-spring when the flowers all seem to come out at once and the trails, despite all the rain, are dry. Here in Missoula, the buttercups and alpine sunflowers and shrubby cinquefoil all burst from the ground like yellow hives, especially on nearby Mount Jumbo where we love to take our test bikes for their first rides. The Journeyer GRX 600 650b, in its bright yellow best (the website calls it lime, but it’s closer to lemon-lime), fits right in among the wild things shivering in the breeze. As we have remarked in other reviews, there is something to be said for a bike that makes you want to ride it, and that starts with pulling it out of your stable as it catches your eye. The Journeyer is fly. The color borders on safety-yellow but with a tint all its own, bright and welcoming as that first perfect spring day. Among the bikes in my garage, it’s the Journeyer that always calls my attention first. On my first ride, I had miscalculated the start of my route, entered the forest through the wrong trailhead, and found myself mountain-goating up the hiking trails rather than the doubletrack I’d expected. This bike, at barely 23 pounds despite its alloy frame, dutifully churned up, up, up the singletrack until I finally decided that yes, I did take a wrong turn. Coming down, I was pleasantly surprised at the... --- - Published: 2022-12-26 - Modified: 2025-05-28 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/demons-downhills-and-dal-bhat/ - Categories: Explore - Authors: Berne Broudy This article first appeared in the October/November 2022 issue of Adventure Cyclist magazine. I’d never ridden a bike on organs splattered across a hillside, but that’s what one of my Nepali hosts, Tsewang Bista, said I was doing as I toured through Nepal’s Upper Mustang. Founded in the fifth century as the Kingdom of Lo and then absorbed by Tibet before joining Nepal, in its earliest history, Upper Mustang was home to the Masters, spiritual magicians and gurus who were historical figures of flesh and blood. When the queen of Nepal couldn’t conceive, the king reached out to one of these masters, who conjured a rainbow and walked to Lomanthang on it, which rendered the queen fertile. Upper Mustang is a crossroads, a nexus for trade and culture. It is the most direct trade route between Tibet and India. But that’s not why I’m riding on ancient organs. In the 15th century, an important abbot was building the first Buddhist temple in Upper Mustang, bringing Buddhism to this crossroads of trade, knowledge, religion, wizardry, and spirituality. The abbot toiled daily to build his temple, but he had an adversary. Every night, the Demoness of Darkness would fly to the abbot’s temple while he slept and destroy it. At the same time, the Demoness was sweating through the night to build her own temple, an eight-story building that when finally complete would destroy the world. The abbot knew he had to stop her. He called on the father of Buddhism, Guru... --- - Published: 2022-12-22 - Modified: 2025-05-28 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/the-centaur-of-the-arctic/ - Categories: Explore - Authors: Claude Marthaler This article first appeared in the October/November 2022 issue of Adventure Cyclist magazine. In 1928, Russian Gleb Travin dreamed of cycling around the world by crossing the Bering Strait all the way to Alaska, but Stalin was in power. It was already a gloomy time for many Russians, and then the country sealed itself off from the outside world. Travin was, however, able to leave the peninsula of Kamchatka and tour the USSR on his bicycle in 52,817 international miles1 by pedaling clockwise, to only come back three years later. Gleb Travin was born in 1907 near Pskov in western Russia, about 20 kilometers from Estonia. His father, a forestry guard, came home injured and disabled from his military service and became the guardian of a depot of kvass,2 at a time when Bolshevik naturalism was in vogue. Travin’s school instructor organized evenings around the fire in which he recited stories about his voyages. Young Gleb quickly became passionate for wilderness — he rapidly learned how to use hunting firearms and honed his sense of direction and knowledge of regional fauna and flora so well that, at 20 years old, he became a youth counselor. Even though the wilderness was becoming his university, he went on to study geography and become, in parallel, an electrician, the expression of modernity to which this young country pretended to direct itself during a time when Lenin proclaimed, “Communism is Soviet power plus the electrification of the whole country. ” Right at the start,... --- - Published: 2022-12-19 - Modified: 2025-06-10 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/geared-up-just-in-time-for-the-holidays/ - Categories: Ride - Authors: Adventure Cycling Staff GU Roctane Energy Drink Mix, $30 for 12 servings I’m a big fan of drink mixes, partly for the calories but mostly for the electrolytes. I like to stay hydrated in the hot Utah summers. I’ve tried a lot of different drink mixes and liked most of them, but what sets GU’s Roctane apart for me is the calorie content. My usual drink mix has 80 calories per serving. Roctane has a whopping 250! It’s like having a sandwich in my bottle! Okay, a liquid sandwich that tastes like grape and maybe has some caffeine. But seriously, I quickly discovered that the Roctane has a huge advantage over my other drink mixes when it comes to big, daylong rides: namely, I can pedal longer without having to stop for a snack because the drink mix is my snack. I’m a snacky dude, and I never complain about stopping to eat, but if you’re touring or bikepacking and are trying to put down serious miles with minimal stops, GU’s Roctane could be a huge help. It also makes for a perfect emergency food stash in case you find yourself bonking. GU sent me a few flavors to try, including some with caffeine (love me some caffeine), and I especially liked the strawberry hibiscus and lemon berry. The flavors are a little strong compared to some other drink mixes, which I liked just fine. Roctane is available in several flavors, including two without caffeine, and in 12- or 24-serving containers for $30... --- - Published: 2022-12-13 - Modified: 2023-04-14 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/pee-in-style/ - Categories: Explore, Hollie Ernest - Tags: Bikes and Gear - Authors: Hollie Ernest Twelve years ago, I worked in a bike shop with all men and raced mountain bikes on a team with only three other females. My fellow women racers were wonderful riding partners, but my work schedule usually matched the boys’, so I rode with them. Morning rides before work and weekend trips to races were my life. Bikes, bikes, bikes, all day every day. Me and the boys. They were a great group for the most part, cheering me on at races, helping me get tougher and faster on the mountain bike. When they jokingly told me about a funnel type thing made for women to be able to pee standing up, I was offended. I didn’t even look into it. “I’ll pee how I pee, thank you very much. ” I thought, Just because I’m ‘one of the guys’ doesn’t mean I want to pee like a guy. Fast forward to November 2021, in the foothills of the Sierra Nevadas. It was 20°F, and the sun was setting fast, the cold sinking into my bones, slithering between my skin and my clothes. My all-female work crew was camping for 10 days, working on a forestry project measuring trees. The weather forecast called for more freezing temperatures, rain, and possibly snow. As we were considering starting a fire, my coworker and longtime friend Claire handed me a ‘present’ wrapped in cloth. It wasn’t Christmas or my birthday. I hesitantly unraveled the cloth to find an odd-shaped plastic thing. “What is... --- - Published: 2022-12-12 - Modified: 2023-04-14 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/prince-edward-island-tip-to-tip/ - Categories: Explore, Sarah Hunter - Tags: Places - Authors: Sarah Hunter As the sun begins to rise over Prince Edward Island’s Hillsborough River, casting beams of light across the floor of our room in the Bishop’s Rest B&B, I take in the scene and treasure it. Empty water bottles are lined up on the table, ready to be filled. Bags are scattered around the room, displaying our clothes and what’s left of our food: an increasingly small variety of granola bars, trail mix, and M&Ms. Our panniers hang over the chairs, ready to be clipped to the bikes. In the bed across the room, our two teenage boys sleep soundly. This is the fifth and final day of our journey, and I’m sorry to see it end. Each morning we allow ourselves to linger a bit in the bed and breakfast that has been our home for the night, then we collect our bags, stuff them in the panniers, and get back in the saddle for another full day of riding. It’s a routine that is surprisingly easy to fall into. Wake comfortably, eat, gather our things, ride. Ride all day. Ride on the hard-packed path of the Confederation Trail, through paved back roads that turn to dirt, and down quiet coastal routes. Ride past stunning ocean vistas, acres of potato, corn, and blueberry fields, beautiful sand dunes, and quaint working waterfront villages. Stop to enjoy the red clay cliffs and the warm ocean water and then ride some more until we’re tired and hungry. So far, each day we find... --- - Published: 2022-12-09 - Modified: 2023-04-14 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/a-winter-biking-quick-guide/ - Categories: Emma Wimmer, On The Road, Ride - Tags: Environmental Problems - Authors: Emma Wimmer Oh no! You glance outside your office window and realize your bike is covered in snow. What now? It's a typical scene for us in Missoula, Montana. Here are some recommendations for bike commuting in the snow and ice from our Tours Specialist Emma Wimmer. My bike, left outside for 5 minutes in a snow squall. Emma Wimmer While you're reading through these tips for riding in the winter, think of hints you'd like to include and add them to the comments below. This is what will make your human-powered winter travel easier. Clothing Bike clothing Lobster claw gloves. Cycling/running tights. Arm & leg warmers. My favorites! Cycling Gaiters. Booties/shoe covers. Non-Cycling specific clothing Long underwear. Avoid cotton like you avoid riding over nails. It will absorb water from the rain, snow, or your sweat, and conduct heat away from your body. Go for wools, silk, or synthetics. Wool socks. Is there a finer fabric than wool? Tough. Not so stinky, since it's naturally antimicrobial and it can keep you warm even if it gets wet. Ski goggles. You know the weather is nasty when you're glad you had your ski goggles! Neck gaiter or balaclava. A hat that will fit under your helmet. Here's an example. Other Gear & Accessories Front and rear lights. Fenders are good for preventing the "skunk stripe" on your back from mud and slush. Reflective vest/safety triangle. Bar mitts. Who needs fenders? Bikes As for a bike, there are many options! Mountain bike. Fat bike. Anything with fenders.... --- - Published: 2022-12-07 - Modified: 2023-04-14 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/how-to-make-your-own-studded-bike-tires-a-video/ - Categories: Adventure Cycling Staff, Art. Adventure. Awesomeness., How to Videos, Ride, Video - Tags: Environmental Problems - Authors: Adventure Cycling Staff With snow and ice abounding in Missoula, it would be so nice to ride a fat bike around, but maybe you don't have one and a rad, new bike just isn't in the cards this year. To stabilize your own bike travel, you can make your own studded tires! It's probably easier than you imagine. Rachel Stevens made a video to share this ever-rewarding DIY with you. For this do-it-yourself, you will need: Set of bike tires About 200 ¼" pan-head screws Drill Screwdriver Tire Liners Special thanks to Josh Tack, Evan Smith, Winona, and Patrick for their collaboration and support. Blog post originally published February 2013. Rain and Snow? Just Go. --- - Published: 2022-12-01 - Modified: 2023-04-14 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/cargo-camping-in-wisconsin/ - Categories: Carmen Aiken, Explore - Tags: Places - Authors: Carmen Aiken The first bike trip I ever did, a bike overnight, is one I bring up a lot. I believe in “Run What Ya Brung. ” Back then I “brung” my 1970s Schwinn Varsity, converted to singlespeed. It was the bike that taught me I could really go places — I’d ridden up to 60 miles, wandering past the Port of Chicago into Indiana, amazed I could do so. An overnight with some acquaintances, with a child’s sleeping bag in my messenger bag, and a stop for sodas on the way to Illinois Beach State Park didn’t intimidate so much as bemuse me.   Something like a decade later, as the last of the summer began to move on, I found myself with the same feels. I planned a brief bike trip on a route I’d done before in Wisconsin, around 40 miles a day with two nights of camping and options to stay longer. I was about to take my trusty Trek basket bike with a couple pairs of jorts and instant coffee when a friend’s generosity brought a temporary option into my life: a cargo bike. The Omnium Cargo V3 is the most recent cargo release from Danish cargo bike company Omnium Cargo. My personal Omnium showed up in shiny Diablo Red on the sidewalk outside my apartment. Soon I was unloading the bike from a truck in La Crosse, Wisconsin. Camp and (car)go slow?   The first time I did a version of this trip, my inaugural multiday... --- - Published: 2022-11-16 - Modified: 2023-04-14 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/stocking-stuffers-gift-guide/ - Categories: Adventure Cycling Staff, Explore - Tags: Bikes and Gear - Authors: Adventure Cycling Staff We put together a list of small items $50 and under that you can get straight from our online store, Cyclosource. Some of these are gift ideas you may have thought of yourself (like awesome socks) and others will be complete surprises, but we recommend them all based on our years and years of collective bike travel experience.   Important: The holiday shipping cutoff is Dec. 16 for standard-rate mail! BruTrek Ovrlndr Travel Press, $50 BruTrek Ovrlndr Travel Press Daniel Mrgan Few adventures take you right by a coffee shop, so it’s crucial to be able to brew your morning cup at camp. The BruTrek Ovrlndr Travel Press is a truly easy-to-clean French press perfect for tours, bikepacking adventures, road-trips or just brewing in the kitchen. The patented removable bottom makes cleanup a breeze, and the patented Bru Stop press makes for a smooth, never-bitter tasting cup that won’t leave grounds in your smile.   Quad Lock Handlebar/Stem Mount, $30 Quad Lock Handlebar/Stem Mount Daniel Mrgan If you’re always digging through your pockets or bags for your phone to check directions, you know why you need a mount. And this mount is particularly rad! The Quad Lock® Bike Mount is the lightest, strongest and most secure smartphone bike mount on the market. The patented dual-stage lock is strong enough to lift up to 80 kg (176 lbs). Yep, we tested it. So you can ride with confidence over bumps and jumps knowing that your fancy phone won't fly away.   BruTrek... --- - Published: 2022-11-15 - Modified: 2023-04-14 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/frank-lenz-the-lost-cyclist/ - Categories: David V. Herlihy, Explore - Tags: Culture History and Humor - Authors: David V. Herlihy This article first appeared in the Oct. /Nov. 2022 issue of Adventure Cyclist magazine.   Pittsburgh, July 1894. Anna Lenz was the first to sense that something had gone terribly wrong. She had never wanted Frank, her only child, to embark on a round-the-world journey by bicycle in the first place — no matter how much fame or glory that feat might bring him. She feared for his life. She knew how reckless and stubborn he could be in the face of danger, whether introduced by nature or ill will. Born in Pittsburgh to poor German immigrants shortly after the close of the Civil War, young Frank Lenz grew up with his doting mother and tyrannical stepfather William. The bright and energetic lad was of slight stature, with sandy blond hair and piercing blue eyes. He came of age in the 1880s, when the high wheel bicycle was king of the (unpaved) road, and a familiar — if not always welcome — sight in the Smoky City (so named on account of its bustling industries). After acquiring accounting skills, including impeccable penmanship, Lenz landed a job at a brass manufacturer and saved up enough money to buy a Columbia roadster with a 56-inch wheel. He joined the Allegheny Cyclers to enjoy all the benefits of the clubhouse. In June 1887, he made his first century ride to Newcastle and back, returning home at midnight. Two months later, he went on his first long-distance tour, to New York City and back. That fall,... --- - Published: 2022-11-10 - Modified: 2023-04-14 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/in-the-shadow-of-mount-shasta/ - Categories: Explore, Hollie Ernest - Tags: Inspiration - Authors: Hollie Ernest Every year in the weeks leading up to Thanksgiving, I waffle on whether to host a meal with friends or take off on an adventure. I’ve done both and enjoyed both immensely, but somehow, every year I seesaw on what to do with my all-too-precious days off work. Back in 2016, I had another set of days off, this time in the summer. I emphatically decided I would take my then-boyfriend Tom on his first-ever bike tour. He had ridden and raced road bikes and mountain bikes for years but had never traveled by bike. To top it off, he was about to turn 50 years old, and he said it was something he had always wanted to do. I helped him pack and decided I would oversee food. I would ride my classic four-pannier setup on a Surly Long-Haul Trucker, and he insisted on pulling a BOB trailer with suspension behind an aluminum touring bike he had just bought. We came up with a loose route on a paper map, covering about 180 miles in five days. Still ignorant of the ease of digital maps, our AAA map left a lot of detail to be desired and was about 10 years out of date. Instead of finding a better map, I focused on cleaning out the fridge to bring everything that might go bad while we were gone. I packed more food and more produce than usual, and it would be a fortuitous decision.   Waking up at dawn,... --- - Published: 2022-11-08 - Modified: 2025-01-08 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/whats-the-buzz-about-gunnison-gravel/ - Categories: Explore, Laura Killingbeck - Tags: Places - Authors: Laura Killingbeck Most of my first experiences riding gravel were accidental. The routes that I thought were paved dissolved into dirt, and I just kept pedaling. When I cycled from Alaska to California, I spent many hours pushing my loaded bike through sandy tracks. Later, when I rode across Colombia and Ecuador, I loved the hard packed dirt roads that wound along the mountain sides. These roads had less traffic and went to wilder places. When it finally came time to buy a new bike, I switched over to one with wider tires and rode it around Eastern Canada, splicing together routes on forestry roads, pavement, rail trails, and the occasional wayward singletrack. Since then, I upgraded to my current bike, an adventure-ready drop bar Kona Sutra I call, Enigma. Once you go gravel, it’s hard to go back. This summer when Maria Hennessey of SMAK Strategies sent me an invitation to a three-day gravel bike media trip in Gunnison County, Colorado, I was pretty excited. A small group of writers would be riding Gunnison’s beautiful mountain roads, testing out new gear, and glamping (camping, but glamorously! ) at a gorgeous campsite. The trip was part of a partnership with Gunnison and Crested Butte Tourism Association, and we’d be guided by Maria’s husband, the polar adventurer Eric Larsen.   Emma Brophy I glanced at my calendar, saw that I was already fully booked, and quickly replied (and I’m paraphrasing here): I AM COMPLETELY AVAILABLE AND IF YOU TAKE ME WITH YOU, I... --- - Published: 2022-11-08 - Modified: 2025-01-08 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/creating-multi-day-cycling-routes-on-gunnisons-gravel/ - Categories: Laura Killingbeck, Plan - Tags: Places - Authors: Laura Killingbeck Crested Butte and Gunnison, Colorado, have long been known as hotspots for mountain bikers and singletrack. But this region is also home to another, lesser-known treasure: a huge web of smooth, stunning gravel roads. Gunnison County has 36% of all the forest service roads in the state of Colorado. There are over a thousand miles of gravel riding in Crested Butte and Gunnison on National Forest Service roads alone. Other public lands, like the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), contain hundreds more. These roads can be linked to create custom multi-day adventure cycling routes through the area’s pristine forests, mountains, small towns, and high-desert plateaus. Smooth gravel in Gunnison, Colorado. Emma Brophy Planning A Route  Eric Larsen, a gravel cyclist and polar adventurer who lives in Gunnison, recommends starting with Google Maps. This is a great way to get the full scope of the county, zoom in to different areas, and get a feel for where different gravel roads diverge and connect. He also advises people to check out apps like Ride with GPS that offer libraries of custom routes. When I wrote this article, there were over 600 custom Gunnison gravel routes already mapped in Ride with GPS. Many of these overlap to form longer, multi-day routes, or could easily be linked via other roads. Three of The Adventure Cycling Association’s long distance routes also pass through beautiful Gunnison County: the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route is unpaved, and the Western Express and Great Parks South are paved. Each... --- - Published: 2022-11-07 - Modified: 2025-01-08 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/solar-powered-bikepacking/ - Categories: Explore, Rebecca Saulsberry - Tags: Bikes and Gear - Authors: Rebecca Saulsberry When planning to solo bikepack the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route, I romanticized that I would finish preparations with a healthy cushion of time before embarking on my journey. In reality, I learned that I would never feel completely ready to take on an adventure of that scale and that I simply had to start anyway. One thing that provided peace of mind, however, was carrying solar panels. By doing so, I knew I could charge my navigation tools almost anywhere and continue planning on-the-go as needed.   The 10W PWR Solar Panel by Knog fits easily at the bottom of my framebag. I mostly needed juice for my smartphone and for my satellite phone, to update my apprehensive family. Although I could charge these devices when I resupplied in towns, I was reassured to know I would not find myself in a desperate situation if cold nighttime temps drained my batteries. Additionally, having the Knog Solar Panel gave me the rejuvenating option of taking a rest, or “zero,” day in the beautiful backcountry (as long as I had enough food and water) rather than in a costly or damp motel room.   The Pros  The panels worked very effectively in unobstructed sunlight. I would charge my phones directly if hanging out or, more often, I would charge an external power bank that I could use much more conveniently later, even while riding, if I needed to. I also discovered, when my framebag filled with rain one night, that the... --- - Published: 2022-11-07 - Modified: 2023-04-14 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/keeping-it-clean-down-there/ - Categories: Mia Altieri, Plan - Tags: Health - Authors: Mia Altieri Bikepackers love to bring just the essentials, stripping down to the bare minimum in terms of gear, but when it comes to personal hygiene, we owe it to ourselves to act responsibly and bring a full hygiene and health kit. Long, multi-day rides take us through stunning scenery but can wear on our bodies. Here, I cover gear related to genital comfort, infection prevention, and menstruation needs, using my personal experience and gear choices as a guide. However, I hope readers make their own decisions based on their needs.   Although I identify as a menstruating woman with a vagina, this article is for anyone sharing my anatomy, as I want to acknowledge that my anatomy can exist across genders and identities and is often referred to by a variety of names. With internal genitals, we have extra concerns as they are more susceptible to UTIs (urinary tract infection) and yeast infections than external genitals. We all experience UTIs, yeast infections, and bike-fit differently, and your specific needs may be different than mine. Chamois  Chamois are incredibly popular for riders everywhere. Their cushion provides amazing comfort on all sorts of rides but also provides an ideal breeding ground for bacteria when worn for multiple days without a thorough wash. And as we know, bacteria can lead to unwanted infections on the trail. For this reason alone, I opt not to wear chamois and instead invested in a comfortable seat. And I am not alone. Many pro-riders opt to go chamois-less,... --- - Published: 2022-11-01 - Modified: 2023-04-14 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/by-bike-where-east-meets-west/ - Categories: Explore, Nikki Ellman and Jana Zanetto - Tags: Places - Authors: Nikki Ellman and Jana Zanetto This article first appeared in the August/September 2022 issue of Adventure Cyclist magazine.   The white van that had been slowly following us finally passed and then stopped, blocking our way forward. Two women in our 50s on a desolate road in rural Armenia, we braced ourselves, ready to jump off our bikes and use them as shields to defend ourselves if necessary. Two men in their late 20s exited the van and came straight toward us as we tensed. “Kopi? Cold kopi? ” one asked as they proffered two cans of chilled and sweetened coffee! They had stopped just to offer us something to drink, a welcome gesture on a lonely road where we’d seen no human shelter or shop and few vehicles in more than two hours. After we expressed our heartfelt thanks, they drove away. This kind gesture was one of many such acts of generosity we received in the three weeks that we toured almost the entire length and breadth of this small, landlocked country between Turkey and Azerbaijan, with Iran to the south and Georgia to the north. Jana had first read about Armenia in a 2005 travel article in our local newspaper that reported on Armenia’s ancient vank’ery, monasteries dating back to the Dark Ages. Jana immediately called her usual touring partner, Nikki. “Let’s bike tour in Armenia! ” Jana suggested. “Great! ” Nikki replied without hesitation. “Where’s Armenia? ” In Armenia, donkeys are still used for cargo — and people! Nikki Ellman and Jana Zanetto... --- - Published: 2022-10-25 - Modified: 2023-04-14 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/here-bike-overnight-keilin-huang/ - Categories: Carmen Aiken, Explore, Keilin Huang - Tags: Bike Overnights - Authors: Carmen Aiken, Keilin Huang Keilin is a part of Here Montana and shares about their Bike Overnight in early October. Ilearned to bike in Helen Wills Park in San Francisco. My parents would take my brother and me there maybe once a week and we’d have a blast climbing the wooden play structure and running around the baseball field and tennis courts. It was also the place they took us when it was time to learn how to ride a bike. My first bike was pink with purple hearts on it, with shiny plastic streamers coming out of the handlebars. I started with training wheels and remember feeling excited to finally go from four wheels to two. My dad would stand behind me, holding the bike seat, while I, decked out in helmet and padding from head to knees, would yell, “Okay, ready! ” I’d start pedaling while my dad pushed me and eventually he’d let go. From there, I either fell over or was able to keep my balance and propel forward. Biking was never something that I would’ve considered a “passion. ” Instead, riding a bike was more of a convenient functionality: I could get around without relying on public transportation and it was an easy way to exercise. Of course, there were limits to having a bike as my main mode of transportation. There was that time I went to Costco and tried to bike back with six liters of olive oil. Or that other time when I tried to bike... --- - Published: 2022-10-11 - Modified: 2023-04-14 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/how-to-ride-the-annapurna-circuit/ - Categories: Mia Altieri, Plan - Tags: Places - Authors: Mia Altieri The Annapurna Circuit is an exceedingly popular trekking route in the Himalayas and tops out at one of the highest mountain passes in the world, Thorong La Pass at 5,416m (17,769 feet). Surrounded by some of the tallest mountains in the world, it attracts hikers, bikers, and climbers alike. My mother hiked this route 40 years ago, before it became the popular (and accessible) route that it is now. In the summer of 2022, I followed in her footsteps and cycled a modified version of the official Annapurna Circuit trekking route with my cycling partner Daniel Richards. The route winds through a vast variety of climates: subtropical jungles, alpine forests, and desolate rocky terrain. What the route lacks in oxygen it makes up for in dramatic views, kind locals, and amazing cuisine. On route, the logistics are quite easy, food stops are plentiful, and no overnight reservations are needed for the tea houses. However, getting to the route and preparing everything in advance requires some coordination. I’ve written this guide to aid anyone who is thinking of doing the Annapurna Circuit or any other high-altitude routes in the region. While this guide should have something for everyone, it should be particularly useful for those with little experience in the region.   Top of Thorong La Pass at 5,416m (17,769 feet) Mia Altieri Annapurna Highlights Expect spectacular scenery: jungles, rugged mountains, suspension bridges, monkeys, and yaks. Along your trip, you’ll encounter great food, kind locals, and countless prayer wheels. About halfway... --- - Published: 2022-10-11 - Modified: 2025-01-08 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/along-the-atlantic-coast-on-carbon-legs/ - Categories: Explore, Laura Killingbeck - Tags: People - Authors: Laura Killingbeck There are people in this world who change the way you think about everything, and Kaisa Leka is one of them.   I first met Kaisa in a Zoom interview for cyclist Annalisa Van Den Berg’s film series, Miles of Portraits. I sat on the floor at a friend’s house in Massachusetts, my laptop propped in front of me on a chair. On the screen, I watched Kaisa lounging in a library in her home country of Finland, her legs crossed prominently in front of her. When your legs are made of carbon, this is what you call a “power move. ” We chatted about Kaisa’s life, her legs, and her many books and adventures. At the end of the interview, all I could think was, “Wow. Wow, this person is truly, vibrantly alive. ”  Kaisa was born with a severe malformation of her legs and ankles, which made it difficult and painful for her to walk. One day she read a magazine article about a paralympic athlete with carbon leg prosthetics. She brought the article to her doctor and asked to have her legs amputated. A few months later, Kaisa had a new set of silvery carbon legs.   Less than six months after her operation, Kaisa learned to ride a bike again. Soon, she was biking across entire countries.   Kaisa has cycled across entire countries after amputation and being fitted with carbon legs. Christoffer Leka In the two decades since Kaisa got her prosthetics, she’s cycled thousands of... --- - Published: 2022-10-11 - Modified: 2023-04-14 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/the-new-freedom-trail/ - Categories: Carmen Aiken, Explore - Tags: People - Authors: Carmen Aiken This article first appeared in the April 2022 issue of Adventure Cyclist magazine.   For many bicycle travelers, the possibility of individual transformation is key to an adventure. Many people in the bike travel community are very aware of the ability for the bicycle to create social change. That’s the mission of Bikes Not Bombs (BNB) in Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts: to use the bicycle as a vehicle for social change in order to achieve economic mobility for marginalized people in Boston as well as the Global South. This summer, Bikes Not Bombs’ On-the-Bike Program and Adventure Cycling’s Bike Overnights are partnering on a project for youth apprentices to adventure by bike and experience bike travel for the first time as they engage with and learn about social justice movements in their own Boston communities. Joseph Pires is a senior youth apprentice at Bikes Not Bombs. Youth apprentices begin their employment in Bikes Not Bombs’ bike school, where they learn the mechanical skills they need to graduate into work for the organization. Youth Apprentices are then employed in the bike shop, as Bike School instructors, in international shipping and recycling operations, as well as in BNB’s community advocacy group, Bicyclists Organizing for Community Action. Joseph is the youth apprentice responsible for spearheading the project. Shop employees Kareem Corbett and Eddie DePina complete a refurbish. Courtesy Tess Stogner “Oftentimes when you live in a city, that sense of discovery is stunted, especially when you live in certain neighborhoods and you don’t have as many... --- - Published: 2022-10-10 - Modified: 2023-04-14 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/botany-from-the-bike/ - Categories: Explore, Hollie Ernest - Tags: Inspiration - Authors: Hollie Ernest Despite the heat waves and wildfires smoldering across the country into September, fall is approaching. This past weekend, I found myself shocked to see strips of yellow and orange maple leaves in the middle of still-green leaves while riding in Oregon, a few hundred miles north of where I live. I felt both, “How dare they? ! I am NOT done with summer,” and in disbelief, because it is still quite warm outside. Where did the long evening rides go? The ones where you feel like a kid, riding until dark, eating a late dinner, and waking up early only to do it all again the next day? Well, they happened, but something about summer’s warmth made me think it would last forever. Regardless, the leaves will continue to change colors on cue from the diminishing daylight, no matter how I feel about it. As sunset moves from the dawdling hours of 8:00 or 9:00 PM to something more restrained like 7:00, then 6:00 PM, the swollen, distended days of summer fade away with the fireflies and the warm nights. Sunrise no longer wakes us at the ungodly hour of 5:00 AM, and instead, 6:00 AM still brings stargazing and owl hoots. These shorter days remind me of a button-up shirt or a svelte bicycle. There’s something signaling that the chaotic fun, ice cream cones, and heat of summer are over, and that it’s time to prepare for more serious months, with more time spent inside. Likewise, the shorter days... --- - Published: 2022-10-06 - Modified: 2023-04-14 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/when-in-doubt-pedal/ - Categories: Explore, Micheli Oliver - Tags: People - Authors: Micheli Oliver This article first appeared in the February 2022 issue of Adventure Cyclist magazine.   On the Navajo Nation Reservation, there is a convergence of three cities: Kayenta, Dennehotso, and Chilchinbeto. Each town blooms with more than a millennium of history and ancestors of the people living there today. The community of people there have cultural relationships with the sagebrush, the striations in the plateaus, the mountains, the bugs and birds, the coyotes, and even the wind — connections to one another that are far deeper than just living in the same place. These relationships and traditions hold together a Tribal Nation, full of many different families, clans, and thus opinions. It is part of the reason we have survived and will continue to do so — an intricate reliance on one another and our ancestral connection to the soil on which we stand. The Navajo peoples are no strangers to perseverance, to strength, and to lifting one another up. Stronger together takes a different meaning in a Tribal setting; the Navajo peoples were struck with extreme hardship in the last two years. Due to the exacerbated spread of COVID-19 on their reservation, the Navajo peoples created restrictions and strict guidelines to protect as many people as possible and prevent a continual spread of the virus. For many humans around the world, a deadly virus, and the protective guidelines that came with it, sprung from nowhere. Lives were altered with no warning, and Jon Yazzie was no exception. Just before the virus hit,... --- - Published: 2022-10-04 - Modified: 2025-01-09 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/5-tips-to-conquer-your-fear-of-bike-touring/ - Categories: Kyle Dunlin, Plan - Tags: Bike Overnights - Authors: Kyle Dunlin David, like me, grew up in car-centric cities, and the idea of pedaling a bicycle out into the woods and camping was almost as outlandish to him as it was to me. Nonetheless, as I started going on my first bike tours and bikepacking trips, he, more than any of my friends, was the most captivated and interested by even the most mundane of stories. Even though he never said it explicitly, I knew he wanted to experience travel from the saddle of a bicycle. Adventure Cycling’s Bike Travel Weekend inspired me to finally invite him on a bike overnight, which I hoped would be a positive experience for him. In planning our trip, I realized some things are widely applicable to anyone looking to go on their first trip. Many of my thoughts can be broken down into five tips that I believe helped David conquer his fear of bike touring and could help you too. 1. Break It Down  Bike touring, like so many aspects of life, is a complicated activity made up of many, less complicated ones. Taken all together, it can be overwhelming, but the good news is that long before your first trip, you can practice individual activities separately. In the case of David, his biggest fear going into the trip was the distance and the elevation, because prior to this trip, he had never cycled more than 25 miles in any two-day period. He spent the weeks leading up to this trip building up... --- - Published: 2022-10-03 - Modified: 2023-04-14 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/final-mile-anthology1/ - Categories: Explore, Multiple Authors - Tags: Inspiration - Authors: Jessica Zephyrs This article first appeared in the August/September 2022 issue of Adventure Cyclist magazine.   It’s fitting, in a sad sort of way, that Dervla Murphy passed away during the compiling of this year’s Final Mile issue. A woman after our own heart, Dervla pushed fears aside to live the life she wanted. And of course, that comes at a price, doesn’t it? To do what we want, we must also live with the aches and discomfort. Dervla and I share a broken (untreated) coccyx (and some other traits), but that never stopped her from pushing forth. Rather, her aches and ailments were a sort of liberation: if she was uncomfortable all the time, then it didn’t matter if she were in a bed or on a floor, and she might as well ride her bike and see what’s out there and be in pain than sit around and be bored and still feel lousy. The tenacity of that 90-year-old woman is inspiring to me, and so are these stories. In this collection, we celebrate the decision to keep going, to sit with the discomfort rather than giving up and choosing the easier, less fulfilling path. It’s a big world out there, and we’ll never know what it has in store for us if we let some rain or flat tires or heartache keep us home. –Carolyne Whelan  Jaimie Shelton Detour to Haida Gwaii By Denise LaFountaine On a Sunday morning in mid-July, after eight days of pedaling through rain on the island... --- - Published: 2022-10-03 - Modified: 2025-05-02 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/road-test-marin-pine-mountain-2/ - Categories: Explore, Michael Wilson - Tags: Bikes and Gear - Authors: Michael Wilson This article first appeared in the August/September 2022 issue of Adventure Cyclist magazine.   The Pine Mountain, Marin’s 29er bikepacking hardtail, is like that one teenager we all know who’s stuck finding their own place in a growing world. Like having a famous parent, the Pine Mountain has a lot to live up to as it shares its name with one of Marin’s original production models, yet it’s also trying to stay relevant with the rapidly growing adventure bike category. Zit jokes aside, it’s wrestling with finding its identity, but I believe it has a lot of potential for adventure. I tested the Pine Mountain 2, the more expensive of the two available models, and my first impression was good. The Pine Mountain 2 frame is made from Marin’s series 3 double-butted chromoly steel and comes with a respectable build kit fit for a bike of its caliber. The RockShox 35 fork up front paired with its progressive geometry gave it a fun, capable feel on descents and climbs while not sacrificing speed in the flats and flowy sections. However, there is no question that this is still a hardtail, which I was reminded of quickly on my local rocky limestone trails here in central Texas. First, the downsides: the handlebar is aluminum with a crossbar that to some may share a cool resemblance with moto and BMX bars, but that crossbar makes for an unforgiving feel over anything other than smooth hardpack. The frame also felt stiff in the rear. I... --- - Published: 2022-09-28 - Modified: 2023-04-14 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/ride-essentials-i-thought-were-for-chumps-that-i-now-love/ - Categories: Plan, Roxy Robles - Tags: Packing - Authors: Roxy Robles I like to think of myself as more of a punk than a gearhead type of cyclist. I am never interested in the newest, shiniest thing. I prefer waiting for the real gearheads to get tired of their stuff so I can get it secondhand and haggle them down to below half-price — that or do without altogether. By this same token, I have always been skeptical of sports-specific foods, supplements, lotions, or potions. I assumed that if I was eating the right foods and drinking enough water, I would be able to withstand whatever I was up to. As a life-long athlete, I never drank Gatorade or used supplements or protein powders. I don’t know if that is a good thing since I have arthritis, but it’s how I got through years of swimming and water polo. However, I have finally come to understand that some of these fancy sports-specific foods, supplements, lotions, and potions are sports-specific for a reason and that I should utilize them when I can.   1. Energy Gels  Energy gels are life savers, especially when the terrain is hilly, you are cycling with heavy loads, or both. Gels are formulated with maltodextrin and fructose, sugars that metabolize quickly enough to make a nearly immediate impact on the athlete’s performance. For example, when climbing up some big hills between Port Hadlock and Sequim, I felt like my butt was going to give out. I jammed a gel in my face, and my muscles stopped cramping... --- - Published: 2022-09-19 - Modified: 2023-04-14 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/week-of-women/ - Categories: Explore, Lael Wilcox - Tags: Inspiration - Authors: Lael Wilcox This article first appeared in the July 2022 issue of Adventure Cyclist magazine.   On April 29, 2022, 55 women from 12 countries met in a plaza in Teruel, Spain, to begin the Komoot Women’s Montañas Vacías route together. Unlike many organized rides, we had no other plan beyond making it back a week later for the finishers’ party. Organizing women-only rallies is a direct response to the low participation of riders who identify as women at many bikepacking events. Through creating a community that isn’t typically available at other bike events, a safe, open, and welcoming atmosphere has developed among participants as a chance for adventure is cultivated. This ride is free, but registration has been capped at 50 to maintain an intimate experience and to lessen our impact on the land. Designed by Teruel local Ernesto Pastor, the Montañas Vacías is a 420-mile dirt loop through the “Spanish Lapland,” so-called for its extremely low population density of just seven inhabitants per square kilometer, sometimes even less. The route connects medieval villages as it climbs 43,000 feet through national parks. The route is public and the best time to ride is May through October. Pastor is motivated to bring riders and energy into this beautiful region that’s been hurt by 50 years of seemingly programmed depopulation — a nine percent drop in the past decade or so alone — that has negative environmental, cultural, and economic impacts for all of central Spain. Pastor created a wonderful resource with GPX files and... --- - Published: 2022-09-19 - Modified: 2023-04-14 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/generational-joy/ - Categories: Explore, Pak - Tags: People - Authors: Pak This article first appeared in the July 2022 issue of Adventure Cyclist magazine.   It was a sweltering 105°F outside of Tombstone, Arizona, as we headed east toward the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route (GDMBR). After being dropped off, we immediately grabbed our trowels and started digging in the nearby bushes while my childhood best friend froze, having never pooped outside before. “The nervous poops wait for no one,” I said as I quickly taught him the basics. Soon after, we were melting in the unbearable heat as we pedaled off into the Sonoran Desert in search of shade. Every sip of water tasted like hot tea as we took refuge under our umbrellas from the scorching sun. A few hours later, we were surrounded by heinous cowpies invaded by a torrent of flies as I massaged my friend’s leg, which had seized up from heat exhaustion and dehydration. Later that night as we sent up camp, I found out that I packed the inner bug net and not the tent. Day One, check. In the summer of 2021, I convinced two brand-new cyclists to join me on the GDMBR. Most adventure cyclists have probably heard of this famous Adventure Cycling route, but my 17-year-old little brother Matthew and my childhood best friend Young had zero context for what they were about to experience. Matthew had gone on a few backpacking trips in the Pacific Northwest with me, and Young is a New York City–trained actor and musician who had never been... --- - Published: 2022-09-12 - Modified: 2023-04-14 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/navigating-the-journeys/ - Categories: Catharine Hornby, Explore - Tags: People - Authors: Catharine Hornby My aunt, who is 81, has progressive supranuclear palsy, a rare, incurable brain condition that eats away at language, balance, fine motor skills, and eventually everything. Many people care for her. I cycle to her assisted-living facility on a February morning across Cambridge city streets still icy from a winter storm. When I get there, she wants to go for a walk. We have been on journeys before. At 58, my aunt bicycled across the country with my brother and me in the summer of 1999. We set out from Massachusetts on July 5, heading into the prevailing winds despite our aunt’s clear advice to travel with the winds, west to east. We rode about 55 miles a day and camped most nights. About once a week, we stayed in a motel with a phone line, so my aunt could post updates to her website. Early in the trip, my brother and I chose a cheap, stuffy room with an air conditioning unit whose ineffectiveness in cooling the air was exceeded only by its noise, an angry rattle that couldn’t quite drown out the train horns at the grade crossing an inch outside our window. Thereafter, my aunt gained veto power over our motel choices.   Near Chicago with Aunt Liz — the first time. Elizabeth McLoughlin The Great Lakes looked so much like the Atlantic but lacked the smell of salt. We crossed the rail yard at Ashtabula, Ohio, where hundred-car trains brought coal from the Appalachian Mountains. In... --- - Published: 2022-09-12 - Modified: 2023-04-14 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/the-little-general/ - Categories: Explore, Hollie Ernest - Tags: People - Authors: Hollie Ernest When I told my mom I was cycling across the U. S. at the age of 24 and that I planned to go solo, she started crying and then got a little mad. My dad just cried and sighed. It seems like a lot of riders get a similar reaction from their parents. To those of you who have parents or kids who are more understanding because they also bike tour: lucky you. When a friend decided to join me on my cross-country trip, my mom cheered up and called him “an angel. ” I didn’t feel like he was an angel when he got drunk and threw up in our tent one night, but that’s another story. I think my mom wanted me to have monogrammed towels, china sets, or a house that looks like a magazine. In her eyes, a “normal life. ” Instead, I have lived in shacks, trailers, closets, my car, and my tent. My mom’s Lebanese heritage gave me my wild-as-hell curly hair. I wake up looking like Medusa. Some people have parents who look like them, and others don’t. Some folks have two dads, two moms, a grandparent, or a chosen family of friends and mentors, which I also have. The thing, to me, that really makes a family is not blood or even history — it’s when you know someone’s got your back. They call you whether you are having great successes or if you’re down on your luck and need a $100... --- - Published: 2022-09-11 - Modified: 2023-04-14 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/how-to-bike-overnight-with-young-kids/ - Categories: Melissa Moser, Plan - Tags: Bike Overnights - Authors: Melissa Moser “How could I get my family on a self-contained bike trip with a one-year-old? ” I wondered. I had fallen in love with bike travel before having a kid. But now, trying to bike travel with a small child felt overwhelming. I had so many questions. What gear should we take? How could we carry our gear and a squirmy kid at the same time? Would our one-year-old even be able to handle the ride? Even with the unknowns, I was motivated to give it a try. I love how freeing it feels to travel under my own power to another place, and I want to instill that same love in my daughter. Starting small, I asked several friends with kids if they wanted to join us for a bike overnight to celebrate my daughter’s first birthday. A bike camping birthday party? Intriguing. Two families were in. Another woman who was single parenting wasn’t ready to camp overnight but said she would bike in for the day, trying her hand at hauling a kiddo and a day’s worth of stuff before figuring out overnight logistics for mama and baby.   My family had done one SAG-supported trip with our daughter. My mom and sister had driven a car with our gear, while my husband, daughter, nephew, and I rode 20 miles along a paved bike trail to a hotel, then another 24 miles to the end of the bike trail. But now we wanted to see if we could do a... --- - Published: 2022-09-06 - Modified: 2023-04-14 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/little-wheels-big-smiles/ - Categories: Explore, Taneika Duhaney - Tags: Bike Overnights - Authors: Taneika Duhaney This article first appeared in the July 2022 issue of Adventure Cyclist magazine. It’s easy to get caught up in the daydream of pedaling along tree-lined trails, breaking for a warm meal at a local eatery, and pitching a tent at a campsite that provides the most amazing sunset views. Many cyclists may think of these dreams as far-fetched once children or grandchildren come into the picture. However, with a bit of preparation, families large and small can still enjoy bicycle travel. Touring with children of all ages can be an unforgettable learning and bonding family experience. As the parent of an eight-year-old daughter, Elizabeth, and a 15-year-old son, Elijah, touring with my kids when they were younger seemed like a monumental task. Thankfully, options for riding with children have significantly improved over the years. Advanced preparation and readily available resources will reduce touring stress and ensure that you and your kids have a great time. Preparing For the Trip If you are new to bike touring and need ideas or have questions about how to get started, Facebook Groups are a great place to begin. A Facebook search for “Bicycle Touring with Kids,” “Family ByCycle,” or “Cargo Trikes and Family Bikes” will yield private groups with more than 3,000 members each. Families in such groups are actively touring with their children, members often share their touring experiences, and some families have completed multiday 50- to 100-mile rides, and they love to share what they’ve learned. Members are most often accessible, responsive,... --- - Published: 2022-09-06 - Modified: 2023-04-14 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/blog/geared-up-heat-wave-edition/ - Categories: Adventure Cycling Staff, Explore - Tags: Bikes and Gear - Authors: Adventure Cycling Staff Waterfield Jersey Pocket Tool Case, $69 Waterfield’s Jersey Pocket Tool Case is a handy and stylish way to carry your phone, tools, keys, and whatever else you can fit in it while out riding your bike. It comes in two sizes, small and large (or Pro and Pro Max, to denote which iPhone model fits), and has an outer zip pocket for cash or cards and a main zip pocket with a phone sleeve and a couple of smaller pockets for organization. It’s available in leather in several colors, or in a nylon weave called Forza in a few other colors.   I tested the size small and can report that my ancient iPhone 8 fits with room to spare. I mainly used the Tool Case to carry my phone, keys, and a multitool while riding my road bike. The Tool Case fits perfectly in a jersey pocket, and its textured nylon back serves two purposes: it keeps sweat from seeping into your goodies and helps the Tool Case from unintentionally sliding out of your jersey. The zippers and nylon back are waterproof, but Waterfield makes no claims about the Tool Case itself being entirely waterproof. With the leather outer, I wouldn’t want to subject it to a heavy rain. 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Even better, every purchase supports the Adventure Cycling, the nonprofit that hosted this iconic event that shaped the future of bike touring, so you can look good while giving back. • 50% pre-shrunk cotton, 50% polyester • Double-lined hood with matching drawcord • Quarter-turned body to avoid crease down the middle • Front pouch pocket • Double-needle stitched collar, shoulders, armholes, cuffs, and hem • Blank product sourced from Bangladesh, Nicaragua, Honduras or El Salvador Disclaimer: Due to the fabric properties, the White color variant may appear off-white rather than bright white. --- - Published: 2026-05-07 - Modified: 2026-05-07 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/white-glossy-mug/ - SKU: DS-122 - Price: 10.00 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Merchandise The OG Bikecentennial logo returns! Celebrate the Summer of '76 with this new mug sporting some serious old-school vibes. It's sturdy and glossy with a vivid print that'll withstand the microwave and dishwasher. Even better, every purchase supports the Adventure Cycling, the nonprofit that hosted this iconic event that shaped the future of bike touring, so you can get caffeinated while giving back. • Ceramic • 11 oz mug dimensions: 3. 8″ (9. 6 cm) in height, 3. 2″ (8. 2 cm) in diameter • Lead and BPA-free material • Dishwasher and microwave safe • Blank product sourced from China --- - Published: 2026-05-07 - Modified: 2026-05-07 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/retro-76-bikecentennial-can-cooler/ - SKU: DS-123 - Price: 6.50 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Merchandise The OG Bikecentennial logo returns! Celebrate the Summer of '76 with this new can cooler sporting some serious old-school vibes. Even better, every purchase supports the Adventure Cycling, the nonprofit that hosted this iconic event that shaped the future of bike touring, so you can get caffeinated while giving back. • Made from neoprene • Waterproof • Dual-size customization • Ribbed seams • 5″ × 4″ (12 × 10 cm) • Spot clean as needed • Blank product sourced from China and printed in the US --- - Published: 2026-05-07 - Modified: 2026-05-07 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/adventure-cyclist-magazine-enamel-mug/ - SKU: DS-124 - Price: 17.00 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Merchandise Coffee and magazines go together like, well a good coffee and a good magazine. Show your love for Adventure Cyclist magazine with this enamel mug. • Material: Enamel • Dimensions: height 3. 14″ (8 cm), diameter 3. 25″(8. 25 cm) • Lead and BPA-free material • White coating with a silver rim • Hand-wash only • Blank product sourced from China Attention! Don't heat liquids or food directly in the mug—it can damage the coating. Disclaimer: The Enamel Mug is susceptible to staining when used with certain beverages, including coffee, tea, and natural juices. That’s a normal characteristic of enamel products and not specific to our mug alone. Stains can be effectively removed by applying lemon juice or soda to the affected area and gently scrubbing with a hard sponge. --- - Published: 2026-05-07 - Modified: 2026-05-07 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/adventure-cyclist-magazine-bubble-free-sticker/ - SKU: DS-125 - Price: 3.50 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Merchandise Show your love for Adventure Cyclist magazine with this durable, high-opacity adhesive vinyl sticker. The high-quality vinyl ensures there are no bubbles when applying the stickers. • High opacity film that’s impossible to see through • Fast and easy bubble-free application • Durable vinyl Don't forget to clean the surface before applying the sticker. --- - Published: 2026-05-07 - Modified: 2026-05-08 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/adventure-cyclist-tee/ - SKU: DS-126 - Price: 15.50 USD - Product type: variable - Product categories: Merchandise, Apparel - Product Size: S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL Show your love for Adventure Cyclist magazine, even when you don't have a copy handy. Even better, every purchase supports the Adventure Cycling, the nonprofit behind America's only magazine dedicated to bicycle travel, so you can look good while giving back. • 100% cotton • Ash Grey is 99% cotton, 1% polyester • Open-end yarn • Tubular fabric • Taped neck and shoulders • Double seam at sleeves and bottom hem • Blank product sourced from Honduras, Nicaragua, Haiti, Dominican Republic, Bangladesh, Mexico --- - Published: 2026-04-28 - Modified: 2026-04-28 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/golden-gravel-trail-map-tee/ - SKU: DS-114 - Price: 15.50 USD - Product type: variable - Product categories: Merchandise, Apparel - Product Color: Ash, Ice Grey, Yellow Haze - Product Size: S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL Inspired by Adventure Cycling's newest cycling route, this tee celebrates the Golden Gravel Trail — a 3,805-mile bikepacking adventure spanning eight states from the Mississippi River to the Pacific. Even better? Every purchase helps support Adventure Cycling, the nonprofit dedicated to expanding cycling adventures — so you’re not just wearing a t-shirt, you’re fueling the future of bikepacking. • Unisex. Runs smaller than Men's sizes. Please check size chart before purchasing. • 100% cotton; Ash Grey is 99% cotton, 1% polyester • Taped neck and shoulders • Double seam at sleeves and bottom hem • Blank product sourced from Honduras, Nicaragua, Haiti, Dominican Republic, Bangladesh, Mexico Disclaimers: • Due to the fabric properties, the White color variant may appear off-white rather than bright white. --- - Published: 2026-04-28 - Modified: 2026-04-28 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/northern-tier-tee/ - SKU: DS-115 - Price: 15.50 USD - Product type: variable - Product categories: Merchandise, Apparel - Product Color: Charcoal, Military Green, White - Product Size: S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL Wear the story of the Northern Tier bicycle route. Inspired by the legendary transcontinental route stretching from the Pacific to the Atlantic, this design captures a journey through diverse landscapes, climates, and cultures. Even better, every purchase supports the Adventure Cycling, the nonprofit that created this iconic route, so you can look good while giving back. Wear it. Ride it. Live the journey. • Unisex. Runs smaller than Men's sizes. Please check size chart before purchasing. • 100% cotton • Taped neck and shoulders • Double seam at sleeves and bottom hem • Blank product sourced from Honduras, Nicaragua, Haiti, Dominican Republic, Bangladesh, Mexico --- - Published: 2026-04-28 - Modified: 2026-04-28 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/northern-tier-vinyl-decal/ - SKU: DS-116 - Price: 3.50 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Merchandise Celebrate Adventure Cycling's Northern Tier bicycle route with this durable, high-opacity adhesive vinyl sticker. The high-quality vinyl eliminates bubbles during application. Every purchase helps support Adventure Cycling, the nonprofit dedicated to expanding cycling adventures. Don't forget to clean the surface before applying the sticker. This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions! • Vinyl with satin finish • Size: 3″ × 4″ • Removable adhesive • Bubble-free application • Water, scratch, and UV resistant • Dishwasher-safe • Perfect for indoor and outdoor use • Blank product sourced from the US --- - Published: 2026-04-28 - Modified: 2026-05-07 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/gdmbr-trail-tee/ - Price: 15.50 USD - Product type: variable - Product categories: Merchandise, Apparel - Product Size: S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL Wear the story of the Great Divide Mountain Bike Trail. Inspired by the legendary off-road cycling route stretching from Canada to Mexico, this design captures the journey through its diverse landscape. Even better, every purchase supports the Adventure Cycling, the nonprofit that created this iconic route, so you can look good while giving back. Wear it. Ride it. Live the journey. • 100% cotton • Taped neck and shoulders • Double seam at sleeves and bottom hem • Blank product sourced from Honduras, Nicaragua, Haiti, Dominican Republic, Bangladesh, Mexico --- - Published: 2026-04-28 - Modified: 2026-05-06 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/adventure-cycling-50th-anniversary-bubble-free-sticker/ - SKU: DS-117 - Price: 3.50 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Merchandise Celebrate Adventure Cycling's 50th Anniversary with this durable, high-opacity adhesive vinyl sticker. The high-quality vinyl ensures there are no bubbles when applying the stickers. • High opacity film that’s impossible to see through • Fast and easy bubble-free application • Durable vinyl • Size: 4″×4″ Don't forget to clean the surface before applying the sticker. --- - Published: 2026-04-28 - Modified: 2026-04-28 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/pacific-coast-route-tee/ - SKU: DS-118 - Price: 15.50 USD - Product type: variable - Product categories: Merchandise, Apparel - Product Color: Charcoal, Tropical Blue, Black - Product Size: S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL Wear the story of the Pacific Coast bicycle route. Inspired by the legendary cycling route, this tee captures the ocean-side journey through its diverse landscapes. Even better, every purchase supports the Adventure Cycling, the nonprofit that created this iconic route, so you can look good while giving back. • Unisex. Runs smaller than Men's sizes. Please check size chart before purchasing. • 100% cotton; Ash Grey is 99% cotton, 1% polyester • 100% cotton • Taped neck and shoulders • Double seam at sleeves and bottom hem • Blank product sourced from Honduras, Nicaragua, Haiti, Dominican Republic, Bangladesh, Mexico --- - Published: 2026-04-28 - Modified: 2026-05-07 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/unisex-hoodie/ - SKU: DS-119 - Price: 30.00 USD - Product type: variable - Product categories: Merchandise, Apparel - Product Color: Charcoal, Forest Green, Purple - Product Size: S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL Wear the story of the Pacific Coast bicycle route. Inspired by the legendary cycling route, this hoodie captures the ocean-side journey through its diverse landscapes. Even better, every purchase supports the Adventure Cycling, the nonprofit that created this iconic route, so you can look good while giving back. • Unisex. Runs smaller than Men's sizes. Please check size chart before purchasing. • 50% pre-shrunk cotton, 50% polyester • Air-jet spun yarn with a soft feel and reduced pilling • Double-lined hood with matching drawcord • Quarter-turned body to avoid crease down the middle • Front pouch pocket • Double-needle stitched collar, shoulders, armholes, cuffs, and hem • Blank product sourced from Bangladesh, Nicaragua, Honduras or El Salvador --- - Published: 2026-04-08 - Modified: 2026-04-24 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/golden-gravel-trail-map-hoodie/ - SKU: DS-111 - Price: 30.00 USD - Product type: variable - Product categories: Merchandise, Apparel - Product Color: Ash, Sand - Product Size: S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL Inspired by Adventure Cycling's newest cycling route, this cozy essential celebrates the Golden Gravel Trail — a 3,805-mile bikepacking adventure spanning eight states from the Mississippi River to the Pacific. Crafted with a soft, durable 50/50 cotton-poly blend, this hoodie is built for post-ride comfort and everyday wear. Air-jet spun yarn keeps it smooth with low-pilling, while the double-lined hood, rib-knit cuffs, and roomy front pouch pocket deliver classic warmth and function. Even better? Every purchase helps support Adventure Cycling, the nonprofit dedicated to expanding cycling adventures — so you’re not just wearing a hoodie, you’re fueling the future of bikepacking. 50% pre-shrunk cotton, 50% polyester Air-jet spun yarn with a soft feel and reduced pilling Double-lined hood with matching drawcord Quarter-turned body to avoid crease down the middle 1 × 1 athletic rib-knit cuffs and waistband with spandex Front pouch pocket Double-needle stitched collar, shoulders, armholes, cuffs, and hem Blank product sourced from Bangladesh, Nicaragua, Honduras or El Salvador Disclaimer: Due to the fabric properties, the White color variant may appear off-white rather than bright white. This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions! --- - Published: 2026-04-08 - Modified: 2026-04-24 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/golden-gravel-trail-map-can-cooler/ - SKU: DS-112 - Price: 6.50 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Merchandise Inspired by Adventure Cycling's newest Epric cycling route, this can cooler celebrates the Golden Gravel Trail — a 3,805-mile bikepacking adventure spanning eight states from the Mississippi River to the Pacific. Even better? Every purchase helps support Adventure Cycling, the nonprofit dedicated to expanding cycling adventures. Made from neoprene Waterproof Dual-size customization Ribbed seams Regular 5 inches × 4 inches (12 × 10 cm) Spot clean as needed Blank product sourced from China and printed in the US This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions! --- - Published: 2026-04-08 - Modified: 2026-04-24 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/southern-tier-bubble-free-stickers/ - SKU: DS-113 - Price: 3.50 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Merchandise Celebrate Adventure Cycling's Southern Tier bicycle route with these durable, high-opacity adhesive vinyl stickers. The high-quality vinyl eliminates bubbles during application. Every purchase helps support Adventure Cycling, the nonprofit dedicated to expanding cycling adventures. High opacity film that’s impossible to see through Fast and easy bubble-free application Durable vinyl Don't forget to clean the surface before applying the sticker. This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions! --- - Published: 2026-04-07 - Modified: 2026-04-24 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/transamerica-trail-50th-mug/ - SKU: DS-110 - Price: 10.00 USD - Product type: variable - Product categories: Merchandise - Product Size: 11 oz, 15 oz Celebrate the TransAmerica Trail each morning with this ceramic mug. The design honors the 50th anniversary of Bikecentennial '76, and each purchase supports Adventure Cycling, the nonprofit that created the TransAmerica Trail. Ceramic 11 oz mug dimensions: 3. 85 inches tall, 3. 35 inches in diameter 15 oz mug dimensions: 4. 7 inches tall, 3. 35 inches in diameter Dishwasher and microwave safe Blank product sourced from China This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions! --- - Published: 2026-04-06 - Modified: 2026-04-24 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/transamerica-trail-50th-t-shirt/ - SKU: DS-106 - Price: 15.50 USD - Product type: variable - Product categories: Merchandise, Apparel - Product Size: S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL Celebrate cycling history in style with this 100% cotton tee, crafted to deliver a clean, structured look with timeless appeal. The design honors the 50th anniversary of Bikecentennial '76, the transcontinental bike ride that made Adventure Cycling famous. The vintage aesthetic captures the spirit of adventure, freedom, and exploration that defined an era — and continues to inspire riders today. Every purchase helps support the nonprofit that created the TransAmerica Trail, so you can wear it with pride knowing you’re giving back to the cycling community. This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions! Unisex. Runs smaller than Men's sizes. Please check size chart before purchasing. 100% cotton Pre-shrunk jersey knit Taped neck and shoulders Double seam at sleeves and bottom hem Tear-away tag --- - Published: 2026-04-06 - Modified: 2026-04-24 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/transamerica-trail-50th-hoodie/ - SKU: DS-107 - Price: 30.00 USD - Product type: variable - Product categories: Merchandise, Apparel - Product Size: S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL Celebrate the TransAmerica Trail in style with this comfy hoodie, crafted with air-jet spun yarn to deliver a smooth feel with reduced pilling. The design honors the 50th anniversary of Bikecentennial '76, the transcontinental bike ride that made Adventure Cycling famous. The vintage aesthetic captures the spirit of adventure, freedom, and exploration that defined an era — and continues to inspire riders today. Every purchase helps support the nonprofit that created the TransAmerica Trail, so you can wear it with pride knowing you’re giving back to the cycling community. Unisex. Runs smaller than Men's sizes. Please check size chart before purchasing. 50% pre-shrunk cotton, 50% polyester Heather Sport Dark Navy is 40% cotton, 60% polyester Air-jet spun yarn with a soft feel and reduced pilling Double-lined hood with matching drawcord Quarter-turned body to avoid crease down the middle Front pouch pocket Double-needle stitched collar, shoulders, armholes, cuffs, and hem Blank product sourced from Bangladesh, Nicaragua, Honduras or El Salvador --- - Published: 2026-04-06 - Modified: 2026-04-24 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/southern-tier-alligator-tee/ - SKU: DS-108 - Price: 15.50 USD - Product type: variable - Product categories: Merchandise, Apparel - Product Color: Ash, Carolina Blue, Natural - Product Size: S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL Wear the story of the Southern Tier bicycle route tee. Inspired by the legendary transcontinental route stretching from the Pacific to the Atlantic, this design captures a journey through diverse landscapes, climates, and cultures. Even better, every purchase supports the Adventure Cycling, the nonprofit that created this iconic route, so you can look good while giving back. Wear it. Ride it. Live the journey. Unisex. Runs smaller than Men's sizes. Please check size chart before purchasing. 100% cotton Open-end yarn Tubular fabric Taped neck and shoulders Double seam at sleeves and bottom hem Blank product sourced from Honduras, Nicaragua, Haiti, Dominican Republic, Bangladesh, Mexico Disclaimers: Due to the fabric properties, the White color variant may appear off-white rather than bright white. Dark color speckles throughout the fabric are expected for the color Natural. This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions! --- - Published: 2026-04-06 - Modified: 2026-04-24 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/southern-tier-alligator-hoodie/ - SKU: DS-109 - Price: 30.00 USD - Product type: variable - Product categories: Merchandise, Apparel - Product Color: Ash, Light Blue, Sand - Product Size: S, M, L, XL, 2XL Wear the story of the Southern Tier bicycle route with this hoodie. Inspired by the legendary transcontinental route stretching from the Pacific to the Atlantic, this design captures a journey through diverse landscapes, climates, and cultures. Even better, every purchase supports the Adventure Cycling, the nonprofit that created this iconic route, so you can look good while giving back. Wear it. Ride it. Live the journey. Unisex. Runs smaller than Men's sizes. Please check size chart before purchasing. 50% pre-shrunk cotton, 50% polyester Air-jet spun yarn with a soft feel and reduced pilling Double-lined hood with matching drawcord Front pouch pocket Double-needle stitched collar, shoulders, armholes, cuffs, and hem Blank product sourced from Bangladesh, Nicaragua, Honduras or El Salvador Disclaimer: Due to the fabric properties, the White color variant may appear off-white rather than bright white. This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions! --- - Published: 2026-03-31 - Modified: 2026-04-24 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/adventure-cycling-gear-hoodie/ - SKU: DS-102 - Price: 30.00 USD - Product type: variable - Product categories: Merchandise, Apparel - Product Size: S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL Made for people who think two wheels and open roads are the best life has to offer. This cozy black hoodie features a clean white design outlining the essential kit for a great bike tour or bikepacking adventure. Soft enough for rest days, cool enough for every day. This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions! Unisex. Runs smaller than Men's sizes. Please check size chart before purchasing. 50% pre-shrunk cotton, 50% polyester Heather Sport Dark Navy is 40% cotton, 60% polyester Fabric weight: 8. 0 oz/yd² (271. 25 g/m²) Air-jet spun yarn with a soft feel and reduced pilling Double-lined hood with matching drawcord Quarter-turned body to avoid crease down the middle 1 × 1 athletic rib-knit cuffs and waistband with spandex Front pouch pocket Double-needle stitched collar, shoulders, armholes, cuffs, and hem Blank product sourced from Bangladesh, Nicaragua, Honduras or El Salvador Disclaimer: Due to the fabric properties, the White color variant may appear off-white rather than bright white. --- - Published: 2026-03-31 - Modified: 2026-04-24 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/50th-anniversary-unisex-hoodie/ - SKU: DS-103 - Price: 30.00 USD - Product type: variable - Product categories: Merchandise, Apparel - Product Size: S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL Fifty years of adventure looks good on you. This soft indigo blue hoodie features a retro-inspired design where flowing lines form mountain ranges — and a cyclist woven right into the route. It's the kind of graphic that makes you want to pull up the TransAmerica Trail or the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route and start planning. Warm hood, pouch pocket, and a nod to five decades of bike touring culture. This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions! Unisex. Runs smaller than Men's sizes. Please check size chart before purchasing. 50% pre-shrunk cotton, 50% polyester Heather Sport Dark Navy is 40% cotton, 60% polyester Fabric weight: 8. 0 oz/yd² (271. 25 g/m²) Air-jet spun yarn with a soft feel and reduced pilling Double-lined hood with matching drawcord Quarter-turned body to avoid crease down the middle 1 × 1 athletic rib-knit cuffs and waistband with spandex Front pouch pocket Double-needle stitched collar, shoulders, armholes, cuffs, and hem Blank product sourced from Bangladesh, Nicaragua, Honduras or El Salvador Disclaimer: Due to the fabric properties, the White color variant may appear off-white rather than bright white. --- - Published: 2026-03-31 - Modified: 2026-04-29 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/50th-anniversary-unisex-tee/ - SKU: DS-104 - Price: 15.50 USD - Product type: variable - Product categories: Merchandise, Apparel - Product Color: Sapphire, Navy - Product Size: S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL Fifty years of adventure looks good on you. This classic unisex tee features a retro-inspired design where flowing lines form mountain ranges — and a cyclist woven right into the route. It's the kind of graphic that makes you want to pull up the TransAmerica Trail or the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route and start planning. A clean, structured fit that wears as well off the bike as on it. This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions! Unisex. Runs smaller than Men's sizes. Please check size chart before purchasing. 100% cotton Sport Grey is 90% cotton, 10% polyester Ash Grey is 99% cotton, 1% polyester Heather colors are 50% cotton, 50% polyester Fabric weight: 5. 0–5. 3 oz/yd² (170-180 g/m²) Open-end yarn Tubular fabric Taped neck and shoulders Double seam at sleeves and bottom hem Blank product sourced from Honduras, Nicaragua, Haiti, Dominican Republic, Bangladesh, Mexico --- - Published: 2026-03-31 - Modified: 2026-04-24 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/50th-anniversary-enamel-mug/ - SKU: DS-105 - Price: 17.00 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Merchandise Your camp kit just got an upgrade. This lightweight white enamel mug features a retro patch-style design celebrating 50 years of Adventure Cycling Association. Durable enough for the trail, charming enough for your kitchen shelf. Clip it to your bag, pour something hot, and ride on. This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions! Material: Enamel Dimensions: height 3. 14″ (8 cm), diameter 3. 25″(8. 25 cm) Lead and BPA-free material White coating with a silver rim Hand-wash only Blank product sourced from China Attention! Don't heat liquids or food directly in the mug—it can damage the coating. Disclaimer: The Enamel Mug is susceptible to staining when used with certain beverages, including coffee, tea, and natural juices. That’s a normal characteristic of enamel products and not specific to our mug alone. Due to the enamel’s rough and porous surface texture, particles from these drinks may easily adhere to the mug, resulting in stains over time. Stains can be effectively removed by applying lemon juice or soda to the affected area and gently scrubbing with a hard sponge. --- - Published: 2026-03-27 - Modified: 2026-04-24 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/adventure-cycling-gear-tee/ - SKU: DS-101 - Price: 15.50 USD - Product type: variable - Product categories: Merchandise, Apparel - Product Size: S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL Hit the road in style with this 100% cotton unisex classic tee — your go-to for a clean, structured look that never goes out of fashion. Designed to sit perfectly and keep its sharp lines, this black t-shirt delivers both comfort and durability. Featuring a bold graphic that highlights all the essential gear for a bicycle tour, it’s the perfect shirt for cycling enthusiasts, adventurers, and anyone who loves life on two wheels. Whether you're planning your next ride or just dreaming of the open road, this tee keeps the spirit of adventure close. This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions! Unisex. Runs smaller than Men's sizes. Please check size chart before purchasing. 100% cotton Pre-shrunk jersey knit Taped neck and shoulders Double seam at sleeves and bottom hem Tear-away tag --- - Published: 2026-03-09 - Modified: 2026-05-29 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/golden-gravel-trail-section-4-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1074 - Price: 0.00 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Golden Gravel Trail Created in 2026 to celebrate Adventure Cycling’s 50th anniversary, the Golden Gravel Trail is a rugged bikepacking route linking remote backroads, high mountain passes, desert basins, and quiet rural landscapes across eight states in the American West. Stretching from the Mississippi River to the Pacific Ocean, it offers the perfect adventure for riders craving long horizons, quiet solitude, small-town hospitality, and an unforgettable journey. Section 4 of the Golden Gravel Trail begins in the red-rock desert of Moab, Utah. The first portion of this section is defined by the landscapes of the Colorado Plateau, where temperatures are high, and water is scarce. Leaving the desert behind, the route climbs high into the mountains of Utah before finally ending in Montpelier, Idaho. --- - Published: 2026-03-09 - Modified: 2026-05-29 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/golden-gravel-trail-section-2-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1072 - Price: 0.00 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Golden Gravel Trail Created in 2026 to celebrate Adventure Cycling’s 50th anniversary, the Golden Gravel Trail is a rugged bikepacking route linking remote backroads, high mountain passes, desert basins, and quiet rural landscapes across eight states in the American West. Stretching from the Mississippi River to the Pacific Ocean, it offers the perfect adventure for riders craving long horizons, quiet solitude, small-town hospitality, and an unforgettable journey. Section 2 of the Golden Gravel Trail begins in Pittsburg, Kansas, just across the Missouri state line. This section of the route travels primarily across the vast Great Plains of Oklahoma and ends in Elkhart, Kansas, in the far southwestern corner of the state. --- - Published: 2026-03-09 - Modified: 2026-05-29 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/golden-gravel-trail-section-3-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1073 - Price: 0.00 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Golden Gravel Trail Created in 2026 to celebrate Adventure Cycling’s 50th anniversary, the Golden Gravel Trail is a rugged bikepacking route linking remote backroads, high mountain passes, desert basins, and quiet rural landscapes across eight states in the American West. Stretching from the Mississippi River to the Pacific Ocean, it offers the perfect adventure for riders craving long horizons, quiet solitude, small-town hospitality, and an unforgettable journey. Section 3 of the Golden Gravel Trail begins in Elkhart, Kansas, in the southwestern corner of the state. The route quickly enters eastern Colorado, an arid region of the Great Plains deep within the rain shadow of the Rocky Mountains. At Pueblo, the route enters the Colorado Rockies and crosses them, finally emerging onto the Colorado Plateau near Delta. Section 3 ends in the red-rock desert of Moab, Utah. --- - Published: 2026-03-09 - Modified: 2026-05-29 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/golden-gravel-trail-section-1-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1071 - Price: 0.00 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Golden Gravel Trail Created in 2026 to celebrate Adventure Cycling’s 50th anniversary, the Golden Gravel Trail is a rugged bikepacking route linking remote backroads, high mountain passes, desert basins, and quiet rural landscapes across eight states in the American West. Stretching from the Mississippi River to the Pacific Ocean, it offers the perfect adventure for riders craving long horizons, quiet solitude, small-town hospitality, and an unforgettable journey. Section 1 of the Golden Gravel Trail begins in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, on the banks of the mighty Mississippi River, quickly climbing into the forested hills of the Ozark Plateau. These lush woodlands gradually give way to the sweeping Great Plains, where Section 1ends in Pittsburg, Kansas. --- - Published: 2026-03-09 - Modified: 2026-05-29 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/golden-gravel-trail-section-5-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1075 - Price: 0.00 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Golden Gravel Trail Created in 2026 to celebrate Adventure Cycling’s 50th anniversary, the Golden Gravel Trail is a rugged bikepacking route linking remote backroads, high mountain passes, desert basins, and quiet rural landscapes across eight states in the American West. Stretching from the Mississippi River to the Pacific Ocean, it offers the perfect adventure for riders craving long horizons, quiet solitude, small-town hospitality, and an unforgettable journey. Section 5 of the Golden Gravel Trail begins in Montpelier, Idaho, traversing the Basin and Range landscape characteristic of the southeastern part of the state. Between Blackfoot and Arco, the route crosses the vast Snake River Plain before entering the Idaho Rockies, where numerous natural hot springs await. Section 5 ends in the agricultural lowlands of Payette, Idaho, near the Oregon state border. --- - Published: 2026-03-09 - Modified: 2026-05-29 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/golden-gravel-trail-section-6-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1076 - Price: 0.00 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Golden Gravel Trail Created in 2026 to celebrate Adventure Cycling’s 50th anniversary, the Golden Gravel Trail is a rugged bikepacking route linking remote backroads, high mountain passes, desert basins, and quiet rural landscapes across eight states in the American West. Stretching from the Mississippi River to the Pacific Ocean, it offers the perfect adventure for riders craving long horizons, quiet solitude, small-town hospitality, and an unforgettable journey. Section 6 of the Golden Gravel Trail begins in Payette, Idaho. The route quickly crosses the Snake River into Oregon, the eighth and final state of the route. Eastern Oregon is mountainous and quite arid until the route reaches the Cascades, where higher annual precipitation creates dense, lush forests. The route travels across the Cascades and Coast Range, finally ending at Port Orford, Oregon, on the Pacific coast. --- - Published: 2026-02-04 - Modified: 2026-05-29 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/golden-gravel-trail-route-set/ - SKU: BE-1070 - Price: 0.00 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Golden Gravel Trail Created in 2026 to celebrate Adventure Cycling’s 50th anniversary, the Golden Gravel Trail is a rugged bikepacking route linking remote backroads, high mountain passes, desert basins, and quiet rural landscapes across eight states in the American West. Stretching from the Mississippi River to the Pacific Ocean, it offers the perfect adventure for riders craving long horizons, quiet solitude, small-town hospitality, and an unforgettable journey. --- - Published: 2025-11-12 - Modified: 2026-05-24 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/klamath-mountains-loop/ - SKU: BE-1068 - Price: 0.00 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Klamath Mountains Loop The Klamath Mountains Loop is a scenic and remote adventure through the rugged high country and winding river canyons of southern Oregon and northern California. Starting in the charming college town of Ashland, Oregon, the route quickly rises toward the Siskiyou Crest, opening up broad vistas of the surrounding mountains. With its dramatic peaks, deep river-cut canyons, and quiet string of small towns and outposts, the loop highlights the region’s natural beauty and sense of solitude --- - Published: 2025-09-15 - Modified: 2026-05-29 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/vancouver-crossing-loop-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1066 - Price: 0.00 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Vancouver Crossing Loop The Vancouver Crossing Loop is a scenic and culturally rich route that begins and ends at Clover Point in Victoria, British Columbia. Along the way, riders will encounter vibrant waterfront communities, historic fishing ports, beautiful forests, and one of the world's most diverse urban centers. This beginner-friendly route combines paved and unpaved roads and trails, making use of the area's extensive bike paths for a varied and accessible cycling experience *Note: This route include distances on ferries. Total riding mileage will differ. --- - Published: 2025-01-21 - Modified: 2026-05-28 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/bicycle-route-66-digital-route-set/ - SKU: BE-26 - Price: 94.00 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Bicycle Route 66 Ride this iconic route, often called, “The Main Street of America,” made famous in popular songs, literature, television and movies. ‘Route 66,’ became a reality as a highway in 1926 connecting Chicago and Los Angeles. Many buildings, signage, and businesses can still be seen along this route. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-21 - Modified: 2026-05-26 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/bicycle-route-66-section-1-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-2601 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Bicycle Route 66 The route begins at Grant Park in downtown Chicago along Lake Michigan. You’ll be riding trails and city streets to make your way through the city and its suburbs. Due to high traffic levels and safety concerns , the route does not follow historic Route 66 leaving the city. The riding through Illinois is over flat to rolling terrain that originally supported the tallgrass prairie ecosystem. Central Illinois is characterized by small towns and mid-sized cities. The route crosses the Mississippi River into Missouri via the picturesque Chain of Rocks bridge which is closed to motorized traffic. The Riverfront Trail goes along the Mississippi River through an industrial area to reach downtown St. Louis and the Gateway Arch. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-21 - Modified: 2026-05-21 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/bicycle-route-66-section-2-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-2602 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Bicycle Route 66 This map section begins in St. Louis, the largest city on Route 66 between Chicago and Los Angeles. In St. Louis the route follows city streets that require extra vigilance due to significant traffic. Plan your itinerary accordingly to get through the city and its suburbs. Missouri is hilly. Between St. Louis and Springfield, cyclists will encounter some bigger hills as you are riding through the northern reaches of the Ozark Mountains. The route parallels I-44 following frontage roads and flipping back and forth from either side of the interstate. Local traffic uses these roads while the majority of the through traffic will be on I-44. Officially recognized as the birthplace of Route 66, it was in Springfield that officials first proposed the name of the new Chicago-to-Los Angeles highway on April 30, 1926. Between Springfield and Joplin the route departs the Historic Route 66 corridor north of SR 96 in favor of several lesser traveled county and farm road. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-21 - Modified: 2026-05-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/bicycle-route-66-section-3-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-2603 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Bicycle Route 66 You’ll encounter both flat terrain and rolling hills on this section of Bicycle Route 66. Oklahoma tends to slope gradually upward from its eastern to western boundaries. Woodlands and transitional prairie grasslands, composed of shortgrass, mixed-grass, and tallgrass prairie cover the central portion of the state. In the upper portion of Texas, referred to as the Panhandle, the Great Plains become a reality in the flat, wide open expanse of country you’ll be riding through. The route parallels I-44 between the Kansas border and Oklahoma City, then uses multiple frontage roads along I-40 between Oklahoma City and Adrian, Texas. The 12. 9 miles of the route in Kansas retains much of the character of the Mother Road. Services are reasonably spaced with Tulsa, Oklahoma City and Amarillo offering full services and bike shops. West of Amarillo the route is all on roads that parallel the interstate. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-21 - Modified: 2026-05-25 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/bicycle-route-66-section-4-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-2604 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Bicycle Route 66 Wide open space is the theme across west Texas and New Mexico with semiarid landscapes and generally long distances between services. Shoulder widths vary on I-40 and I-25 and contain rumble strips and road debris. Elevation will increase at Clines Corners and again east of Tijeras passing between the Manzano and Sandia Mountains. The route into Santa Fe roughly follows a pre-1937 alignment of Route 66. It is longer but has less interstate riding, fantastic views, and a more authentic Route 66 feel. Plan on traffic and the elevation increase again through the Sangre de Cristo Mountains into Santa Fe. The ride along the Turquoise Trail road between Santa Fe and Tijeras provides beautiful open vistas. Expect urban traffic and road conditions through Albuquerque except on the multi-use trail sections. West of Albuquerque the route goes through portions of Laguna and Acoma Pueblos. The route to Grants follows Historic Route 66. Bike shops are almost nonexistent on this map section and can only be found in Santa Fe and Albuquerque. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-21 - Modified: 2026-05-12 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/bicycle-route-66-section-5-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-2605 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Bicycle Route 66 Between Gallup, New Mexico and Oatman, Arizona the country is open and semiarid; there are generally long distances between services provided by the few trading posts along I-40. Traffic on I-40 is fast and can be heavy due to it being a major east/west truck route. Shoulders are generally wide with well-placed rumble strips, but conditions may vary. Between Gallup and Chambers the route crosses the Navajo Nation and is subject to the rules and regulations of both the U. S. and the nation. The Petrified Forest National Park offers a welcome diversion from riding the shoulder of I-40. The elevation and traffic increase between Winona and Flagstaff. Expect more traffic and urban riding through Flagstaff. Towns increase in frequency beyond Flagstaff. From the I-40 crossing to Oatman there is gradual climbing across the basin for approximately 15 miles. It is followed by 9 miles of steep, narrow ascents around switchbacks to the expansive Sitgreaves Pass before winding downhill into Oatman. In Oatman you can enjoy a trip back to the Old West but don’t feed the wild burros — they‘ve been known to follow and harass bicyclists. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-21 - Modified: 2026-05-21 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/bicycle-route-66-section-6-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-2606 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Bicycle Route 66 Between Oatman, Arizona and Los Angeles this map section contains some of the most isolated stretches and some of the busiest urban stretches of Bicycle Route 66. Plan to carry extra provisions through the Mojave Desert between Needles and Barstow. There are two summits to cross — Cady Summit and Cajon Summit. Expect urban riding conditions from San Bernardino to Santa Monica, with increasing traffic levels as you head west. Riding miles from Pasadena to Santa Monica on an early Sunday morning can help also. The route ends at the Santa Monica pier on the Pacific Ocean. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-21 - Modified: 2026-03-16 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/great-parks-north-section-1-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1212 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Great Parks This section offers some of the most accessible, fantastic mountain scenery available in Western Canada, following the spine of the northern Rocky Mountains. The Canadian parks with their wide road shoulders provide excellent cycling conditions, but tourist traffic is heavy. Fascinating side trips abound for natural and geological sightseeing, which include aerial trams and hiking onto glaciers. The route is a series of climbs and descents over passes into various river valleys. A spur into Banff is shown. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-21 - Modified: 2026-03-18 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/great-parks-north-section-2-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1211 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Great Parks This section begins in Canada, on the west side of the Continental Divide, crosses onto the prairies on the eastern side, then returns to the west over Going-to-the-Sun Road in Glacier National Park. Towns like Fernie offer information and ample opportunities for the off-road cycling enthusiast, and whitewater rafting trips add to the choices of what one can do besides cycling. Glacier National Park experiences very heavy tourist traffic during the summer, and you must plan your ride over Logan Pass to accomodate "bicycles prohibited" times during parts of the day from mid-June to Labor Day. With the exception of the two climbs and descents over the Continental Divide, the route follows river valleys and has rolling terrain. An alternate is offered which keeps the cyclist on the western side of the Divide. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-21 - Modified: 2026-05-27 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/great-parks-south-section-1-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1201 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Great Parks Section 1 of the Great Parks South Route begins in Steamboat Springs, Colorado. This section is characterized by following river valleys and climbing over mountain passes at high altitudes. It is a strenuous route. One highlight is heading into and out of Rocky Mountain National Park. Trail Ridge Road's winding course takes you 12,183 feet above sea level through high alpine tundra ecosystem. You'll go through old mining towns and tourist towns and also cross Hoosier Pass at 11,542 feet. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-21 - Modified: 2026-02-17 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/great-parks-south-section-2-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1202 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Great Parks Section 2 of the Great Parks South Route beings in Poncha Springs, Colorado. You may see other cyclists along portions of this route in the state. Between Poncha Springs and Dolores the same roads are used on the Western Express Route. The route crosses a pass almost every day with several being over 9,000 feet. Many of the passes along this section have climbing lanes for slower-moving traffic. The route skirts Mesa Verde National Park and a spur is shown going into the Park. This World Class Park is well worth a visit. Durango, Colorado, is the endpoint on this route. Click on enlargement for detail. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-21 - Modified: 2026-05-24 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/parks-peaks-and-prairies-digital-route-set/ - SKU: BE-108 - Price: 47.00 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Parks, Peaks, and Prairies The Parks, Peaks, and Prairies Route begins in West Yellowstone, Montana, and heads eastward through several national parks and monuments: Yellowstone, Devils Tower, Mt. Rushmore, and the Badlands. It ends in Minneapolis, Minnesota, where spurs will connect to the North Lakes and Northern Tier routes. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-21 - Modified: 2026-04-15 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/parks-peaks-and-prairies-section-1-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-105 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Parks, Peaks, and Prairies This route begins in West Yellowstone, the western gateway to Yellowstone National Park. You will pedal close to 80 miles before leaving the park, passing the Norris Geyser Basin and the Upper and Lower Falls of the Yellowstone. Powder River Pass, in Wyoming, is the highest point on the route at 9,675 feet. Gillette, at the end of the section, calls itself the "Energy Capital of the Nation," with Wyoming providing nearly 35% of the United State's coal. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-21 - Modified: 2026-05-05 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/parks-peaks-and-prairies-section-2-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-106 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Parks, Peaks, and Prairies This section includes many amazing sites including Devils Tower, Mt. Rushmore, the Badlands, plus traversing the hilly Black Hills. The Needles Alternate is a spectacular mountain highway, and consists of stiff climbs and descents, narrow tunnels, highway loops and a potential conga-line of cars creeping along to take in the amazing views. The Sage Creek Alternate offers a remote backdoor to Badlands National Park along unpaved Sage Creek Rd. Midland, South Dakota, is in an area of mixed-grass prairie. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-21 - Modified: 2025-07-28 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/parks-peaks-and-prairies-section-3-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-107 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Parks, Peaks, and Prairies This section intersects the Lewis & Clark Bicycle Trail in Fort Thompson, South Dakota. Terrain is flat to rolling, but with climbs/descents where the route crosses major rivers. As you approach and ride into the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul, the route uses several of the many bike trails that have been built on abandoned railroad lines in the area. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-21 - Modified: 2026-04-27 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/sierra-cascades-digital-route-set/ - SKU: BE-22 - Price: 79.00 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Sierra Cascades The Sierra Cascades Bicycle Route runs roughly parallel to the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail along the Cascade Range and Sierra Nevada from the Canadian border to the Mexican border. This route is characterized by volcanoes, long stretches of forested countryside, busy towns, deserts, orchards and everything in between. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-21 - Modified: 2026-05-25 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/sierra-cascades-section-1-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-2201 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Sierra Cascades This section begins at the Peace Arch Historical State Park near the Canadian/U. S. border in Blaine, Washington. It shares routing with our Northern Tier and Washington Parks routes to west of Yakima, Washington, where it passes the Stevens Canyon Entrance to Mt. Rainier National Park. A spur is shown into the Park. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-21 - Modified: 2026-05-25 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/sierra-cascades-section-2-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-2202 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Sierra Cascades Section 2 begins at Mt. Rainier National Park and runs south to the wind surfing country of the Columbia Gorge and Hood River, Oregon. From there it skirts the Three Sisters Mountains near Bend, Oregon and ends in Crater Lake National Park. This section intersects the Lewis & Clark Bicycle Trail in Hood River and the TransAmerica Trail in Sisters, Oregon. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-21 - Modified: 2026-05-28 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/sierra-cascades-section-3-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-2203 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Sierra Cascades After leaving the spectacular scenery of Crater Lake, the route continues south to Ashland, Oregon, home of the Oregon Shakespeare Festival. Then it's across the border into California toward towering Mt. Shasta in the distance. You'll bike through the remains of a volcanic history in Lassen National Park and end near the Nevada state line in Truckee. Reno, Nevada is located about 30 miles northeast and is a good connection point if you want to start the route at midpoint. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-21 - Modified: 2026-05-22 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/sierra-cascades-section-4-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-2204 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Sierra Cascades There are technically three national parks on this section, Kings Canyon, Sequoia and Yosemite but the first two are administered together. When riding this section you may want to build in some extra days to explore activities off the bike like climbing in Yosemite and hiking the Trail of a Hundred Giants in the Giant Sequoia National Monument. This section intersects the Western Express Bicycle Route in Woodfords, California. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-21 - Modified: 2026-05-12 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/sierra-cascades-section-5-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-2205 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Sierra Cascades Lakes, mountains, deserts and valleys, this section has them all! Highlights include the Mohave Desert, San Gabriel Mountains, San Gorgonio Mountains and the rustic small town of Idyllwild against the background of the San Jacinto Mountains. There are also plenty of scenic byways along the way beginning with the Angeles Crest, then the Rim of the World and finally the Sunrise Scenic Byway. The route ends at Tecate at the Mexican border. This section intersects with the Southern Tier Bicycle Route in Pine Valley, California. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-21 - Modified: 2026-04-09 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/washington-parks-digital-route-set/ - SKU: BE-25 - Price: 32.00 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Washington Parks These two map sections offer a variety of options for creating the ultimate loop tour in Washington State from the Olympic Mountains, across the Cascades, down into the Columbia Basin and back again with multiple ferry options in Seattle to round things out. More information about this route is available here. *Note: These tracks include distances on ferries. Total mileage will differ from paper map mileage. --- - Published: 2025-01-21 - Modified: 2026-05-13 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/washington-parks-route-section-1-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-2501 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Washington Parks Section 1 of the Washington Parks Bicycle Route begins by heading west out of Sedro-Woolley to Anacortes, with ferry options for riding through several of the San Juan Islands. The route follows the Olympic Discovery Trail from Sequim to Port Angeles, passing the entry to Olympic National Park. The route then heads west to Forks on the peninsula. South of Forks you'll encounter incredible views and ample opportunities to explore the shorelines from the beach parking lots. Elma is where you choose to continue on the main route or connect to the 111-mile Sound Alternate. It is a mostly rural connection back to Port Townsend that includes a spur to the Bremerton ferry, with an option for travel to Seattle. More information about this route is available here. *Note: These tracks include distances on ferries. Total mileage will differ from paper map mileage. --- - Published: 2025-01-21 - Modified: 2026-03-24 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/washington-parks-route-section-2-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-2502 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Washington Parks Section 2 of the Washington Parks Bicycle Route begins in Elma and heads east into the foothills of the Cascades through former logging communities. Mt. Rainier grows ever closer until you enter its namesake national park. The climb is a fairly steady 5-8% until you leave the park and begin descending to the Yakima River. Ellensburg is a good place to stop and replenish before the next big climb, Blewett Pass (4,102'). Make time to stop and enjoy North Cascades National Park. The route then roughly follows the Skagit River to Sedro-Woolley. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-21 - Modified: 2026-05-12 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/great-parks-north-digital-route-set/ - SKU: BE-12 - Price: 32.00 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Great Parks This map set combines two incredible sections of Western Canada's and the northern Rocky Mountains' cycling routes, offering some of the most accessible and breathtaking mountain scenery. You'll traverse the rugged beauty of Canadian parks with wide road shoulders, ideal for cycling despite the heavy tourist traffic. The route showcases a series of climbs and descents over passes into river valleys, complemented by fascinating side trips for natural and geological sightseeing, including glacier hikes and aerial trams. Highlights include a spur into Banff and the iconic Going-to-the-Sun Road in Glacier National Park. Starting on the west side of the Continental Divide, the route crosses into the prairies before returning westward, navigating rolling terrain and river valleys. Off-road cycling opportunities abound in towns like Fernie, and adventures like whitewater rafting add to the mix of activities. Careful planning is essential for summer rides over Logan Pass in Glacier National Park due to "bicycles prohibited" times. An alternate route keeps cyclists west of the Divide for a different perspective. Together, these sections offer a dynamic blend of challenging climbs, stunning landscapes, and diverse recreational opportunities. --- - Published: 2025-01-21 - Modified: 2026-05-14 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/complete-chicago-to-new-york-city-digital-route-set/ - SKU: BE-27 - Price: 94.00 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Chicago to New York City Route Cities, small towns, farmland, forests, roads and trails – this route has it all! The Chicago to New York City Bicycle Route includes a main route and the Philadelphia Alternate, which goes between Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and New York City. Heading east from Chicago you’ll go through Indianapolis, Columbus, and Pittsburgh. In Pittsburgh you can choose to follow the main route, which crosses Pennsylvania into New Jersey, and then enters New York City from the north. If you choose the Philadelphia Alternate you’ll ride the Great Allegheny Passage and a portion of the C&O Canal Trail in Maryland. After leaving Philadelphia, the route goes east to the New Jersey shore and ends with a ferry ride into New York City from the south. More information about this route is available here. GPX Data Set Includes: Section 1 Digital Route (BE-2701) Section 2 Digital Route (BE-2702) Section 3 Digital Route (BE-2703) Section 4 Digital Route (BE-2704) Philadelphia Alternate Section 1 Digital Route (BE-2705) Philadelphia Alternate Section 2 Digital Route (BE-2706) --- - Published: 2025-01-21 - Modified: 2026-04-21 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/chicago-to-nyc-philadelphia-alternate-digital-route-set/ - SKU: BE-2720 - Price: 79.00 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes Cities, small towns, farmland, forests, roads and trails – this route has it all! Heading east from Chicago you’ll go through Indianapolis, Columbus, and Pittsburgh. From Pittsburgh, the route follows the Great Allegheny Passage and a portion of the C&O Canal Trail in Maryland. After leaving Philadelphia, the route goes east to the New Jersey shore and ends with a ferry ride into New York City from the south. Map Set Includes: Section 1 (BE-2701) Section 2 (BE-2702) Section 3 (BE-2703) Philadelphia Alternate Section 1 (BE-2705) Philadelphia Alternate Section 2 (BE-2706) --- - Published: 2025-01-21 - Modified: 2026-04-12 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/chicago-to-new-york-city-main-digital-route-set/ - SKU: BE-2710 - Price: 63.00 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Chicago to New York City Route Cities, small towns, farmland, forests, roads, and trails – this route has it all! Heading east from Chicago you’ll go through Indianapolis, Columbus, and Pittsburgh. You'll cross the state of Pennsylvania into New Jersey, then into New York. The route follows a signed bike route along the Hudson River into New York City from the north. More information about this route is available here. GPX Data Set Includes: Section 1 Digital Route (BE-2701) Section 2 Digital Route (BE-2702) Section 3 Digital Route (BE-2703) Section 4 Digital Route (BE-2704) --- - Published: 2025-01-21 - Modified: 2026-03-23 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/chicago-to-new-york-city-section-1-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-2701 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Chicago to New York City Route The route begins at Grant Park in downtown Chicago along Lake Michigan. You’ll be using trails and city streets to make your way through the city and its suburbs into Indiana. The terrain is flat and the route uses of a combination of rural roads, state highways and abandoned railroads that have been converted into rail trails. Near Peru, the International Circus Hall of Fame is a favorite spot to visit. Indianapolis is known as the “Crossroads of America. ” Included in this map is the Indianapolis Cutoff, which shortens the route by 50 miles and avoids Indianapolis. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-21 - Modified: 2026-05-18 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/chicago-to-new-york-city-section-2-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-2702 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Chicago to New York City Route From Indianapolis into central Ohio the terrain remains flat. The route uses numerous paths and rail trails connected by rural roads. Sites to see in Dayton include the Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park and the National Museum of the U. S. Air Force. Between Dayton and Columbus the Mad River Bikeway, the Creekside Trail and the Ohio to Erie Trail provide almost continuous off-road riding. Columbus is home to the Ohio State University Buckeyes. From Columbus eastward the terrain becomes rolling and you will encounter more forested land. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-21 - Modified: 2026-05-18 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/chicago-to-new-york-city-section-3-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-2703 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Chicago to New York City Route The terrain gets progressively hillier the farther east you ride. The route crosses the Ohio River on the Wheeling Suspension Bridge, built in 1849. It was built as part of the National Road and was the first bridge to span the Ohio River. Pittsburgh, the “Steel City,” is located upriver at the confluence of the Allegheny and Monongahela rivers. Many of its neighborhoods have steep slopes and 23 inclined railways, also called funiculars, were built in the late 1800s to accommodate travel and transport. The Monongahela and the Duquesne inclines are the only two left in existence. From Pittsburgh, the route heads northeast, then parallels Interstate 80 across Pennsylvania. Click on enlargement for detail. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-21 - Modified: 2026-05-16 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/chicago-to-new-york-city-section-4-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-2704 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Chicago to New York City Route The route enters the Appalachian Mountains. Most of it follows valleys but you will encounter several ridge crossings with steep climbs and descents. At the Pennsylvania/New Jersey border the route traverses quiet roads through the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. Continuing eastward into New York, the route follows state highways and rural roads to the Hudson River. New York State Bicycle Route 9, a popular route for bicyclists, takes you into the suburbs and you’ll cross the river on the George Washington Bridge. The Hudson River Greenway is used to reach Battery Park, the end of the route at the southern tip of Manhattan Island. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-21 - Modified: 2026-05-12 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/chicago-to-new-york-city-philadelphia-alternate-section-1-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-2705 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Chicago to New York City Route In Pittsburgh you’ll make the choice to stay on the main route or to follow the Philadelphia Alternate. The route uses the Great Allegheny Passage, a multi-use trail that primarily follows railroad corridors from Pittsburgh to Cumberland. It traverses four tunnels; the longest is the Big Savage Tunnel at 3,294 feet. Grades along the trail are less than 2 percent. In Cumberland the route continues onto the C&O Canal Trail and follows the Potomac River eastward along the Maryland/West Virginia state border. At Hagerstown the route heads northeast past Gettysburg National Military Park, crosses the Susquehanna River, and enters Lancaster County, known as “Pennsylvania Dutch Country. ” More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-21 - Modified: 2026-04-04 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/chicago-to-new-york-city-philadelphia-alternate-section-2-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-2706 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Chicago to New York City Route From Lancaster the route uses state highways and county roads through the “Amish Farm Country” to reach Valley Forge National Historical Park. The Schuylkill River Trail takes bicyclists into downtown Philadelphia and its many historic attractions. You’ll cross the Delaware River into New Jersey, riding east, and reach “The Shore. ” The communities along the Atlantic Ocean are a popular vacation spot and boast of numerous boardwalks, amusement parks, arcades and entertainment. Heading north, the route stays close to the shoreline using avenues, bike paths, boardwalks, and occasionally busy boulevards. Bicycles are probably the best mode of transportation to negotiate the traffic during tourist season. At Highlands, you’ll catch a ferry to Manhattan Island. A five-block bike path will take you to Battery Park, the end of the route. More information about this route is available here. *Note: These tracks include distances on ferries. Total mileage will differ from paper map mileage. --- - Published: 2025-01-21 - Modified: 2026-05-29 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/delmarva-digital-route-set/ - SKU: BE-1903 - Price: 32.00 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Delmarva Pedal past historic towns, productive farmlands, quaint coastal villages, and sun-soaked beaches along the Eastern Seaboard. As a coastal alternative or to create a loop, this routing can be connected to the Atlantic Coast Route at either Philadelphia, PA or Currituck, NC *Note: These tracks include distances on ferries. Total mileage will differ from paper map mileage. --- - Published: 2025-01-21 - Modified: 2025-08-27 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/delmarva-section-1-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1901 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Delmarva Starting in Philadelphia, this route uses regional bike routes, bike paths and secondary roads to negotiate urban landscapes to Wilmington, DE. Along the way, riders will pass innumerable points of interest related to early American history. The main route passes through central Delaware and the state capital of Dover, whereas the 193. 5-mi. Chesapeake Option heads west to strike through the Eastern Shore of Maryland through the historic towns of Cambridge and Princess Anne, and the cultural/natural landmarks of Harriet Tubman National Historical Park and Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge. *Note: These tracks include distances on ferries. Total mileage will differ from paper map mileage. --- - Published: 2025-01-21 - Modified: 2026-04-23 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/delmarva-section-2-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1902 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Delmarva Starting in Felton, DE, this route follows Delaware Bike Route 1 south for several miles, until the roads are replaced by a network of separated bike paths pointing toward the Atlantic coast, met in the north at the tourist towns of Lewes and Rehoboth Beach. Southbound, the route follows SR 1 for many miles along beach barrier islands with opportunities to ride boardwalks, eat good seafood, and camp beside lapping waves. *Note: These tracks include distances on ferries. Total mileage will differ from paper map mileage. --- - Published: 2025-01-21 - Modified: 2026-05-09 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/florida-connector-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1406 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Florida Connector The Florida peninsula is honeycombed by underground springs which have caused numerous sink holes. Some of these "sinks" get to be fairly large. For example, Thrill Hill Rd. passes in and out of a 100-foot deep sink hole north of Mount Dora. Disney World is located south of Oakland and Winter Garden. Many campgrounds and motels offer shuttle service into Disney World, which would be the best way to reach this fun spot. Ranches, open scrub, and grassland near Wauchula and Arcadia lead to a (slightly) downhill ride along the tea-colored Peace River. The route is rural and well away from tourist corridors from north of Cape Coral through Ft. Myers to Ft. Lauderdale. Florida's west coast is often swampy and ringed with low-lying mangrove jungles. The route skirts the southern banks of Lake Okeechobee and access is available to ride around it on a path built by the Corps of Engineers. Historic Ft. Myers, a transportation center and access point to the famous Everglades, serves as a pivot point of the route with its ferry services. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-21 - Modified: 2026-03-26 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/underground-railroad-main-digital-route-set/ - SKU: BE-5000 - Price: 79.00 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes The Underground Railroad Bicycle Route honors the bravery of those who fled bondage and those who provided shelter. This route passes points of interest and historic sites along a 2,100-mile corridor. Beginning in Mobile, Alabama, a busy port for slavery during the pre-civil war era, the route goes north following rivers through Alabama, Mississippi, Tennessee, and Kentucky. Waterways, as well as the North Star, were often used by freedom seekers as a guide in their journeys to escape slavery. Upon crossing into Ohio, the route leaves the river to head inland toward Lake Erie and enters Canada at the Peace Bridge near Buffalo, New York. In Ontario, the route circumvents the shores of Lake Ontario and ends at Owen Sound, a town founded by freedom seekers 150 years ago. More information about this route is available here. Digital Route Set Includes: Underground Railroad Section 1 Digital Route (BE-5001) Underground Railroad Section 2 Digital Route (BE-5002) Underground Railroad Section 3 Digital Route (BE-5003) Underground Railroad Section 4 Digital Route (BE-5004) Underground Railroad Section 5 Digital Route (BE-5005) --- - Published: 2025-01-21 - Modified: 2026-03-25 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/underground-railroad-section-1-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-5001 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Underground Railroad The southernmost map of this route begins in Mobile, Alabama, and follows several rivers north to Fulton, Mississippi. In the 1800s Mobile was a key port for ships to unload enslaved Africans. The Tensaw, Alabama, and Tombigbee rivers all flow into Mobile Bay, and were used as guides for freedom seekers to escape northward. Besides the lush green scenery and the many small towns Section 1 passes through, a host of museums, historic parks, and visitor centers bring the region's history alive. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-21 - Modified: 2026-03-25 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/underground-railroad-section-2-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-5002 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Underground Railroad Shortly after leaving Fulton, Mississippi, the route joins the Natchez Trace Parkway for 10 miles. After crossing a low divide into Tennessee, the route follows the Tennessee River northward toward its confluence with the Ohio River. This area of western Tennessee and Kentucky is rich in American Indian and Civil War history. The Shiloh National Military Park and the Fort Donelson National Battlefield are points of interest along the way. This also follows The Trace Road through the Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area, a highway with no commercial traffic. Upon reaching the Ohio River, once known as the dividing line between the slave and free states, the route then heads northeast along the river to end at Owensboro, Kentucky. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-21 - Modified: 2026-03-25 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/underground-railroad-section-3-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-5003 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Underground Railroad Riding close to the Ohio River in the tri-state Kentucky/Indiana/Ohio region, this section moves through the Borderland. This is a narrow strip of land lining both sides of the river that saw some of the Underground Railroad's most intense activity, and where a concentration of physical evidence remaining from those days still exists. The towns of New Albany, Lancaster and Madison in Indiana, and Augusta, Old Washington, and Maysville in Kentucky all have buildings, churches, homes or sites to visit. Roads are generally narrow and winding with low traffic counts. The route alternates between following the river and heading inland. At Maysville you will cross the river into Ohio, and then ride downstream a few miles to Ripley, which comprises a fifty-five acre National Historic District. There is a 16-mile spur into downtown Cincinnati. The city holds numerous sites relating directly to the struggle for freedom, including the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center and the Harriet Beecher Stowe House. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-21 - Modified: 2026-05-22 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/underground-railroad-section-4-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-5004 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Underground Railroad From Milford north to Xenia, you will cycle along the Little Miami Scenic Trail. One of the longest paved rail-trails in America, it offers fifty miles of the most enjoyable cycling you will experience on the Underground Railroad Bicycle Route. The trail parallels the Little Miami State and National Scenic River, creating the additional option of stashing your bike for a day and checking out the same scenery by canoe. The majority of the roads in Ohio are rural in nature and tend to be excellent for bike touring, with smooth, high quality blacktop. You'll travel through many small towns where traffic will increase during commuting hours. In Wilberforce, an unincorporated community just northeast of Xenia, you will find the National Afro-American Museum and Cultural Center. The route travels through Ohio's capital, Columbus, and temporarily deviates from the Ohio to Erie Trail to follow the Olentangy Trail through the city. Continuing northeast on the Ohio to Erie Trail, it passes through the small towns of Mt. Vernon, Millersburg, and Massillon. In Akron, the route navigates efficiently through the urban hub entirely on traffic-free bike paths. Learn about abolitionist John Brown, and see the house he lived in between the years of 1844 and 1854. Ashtabula County occupies the extreme northeast corner of Ohio. Best known for its numerous wineries and beautiful covered bridges, the area held some three-dozen Underground Railroad safe houses. Here you will ride on the Western Reserve Greenway, a linear park following the former right-of-way of the... --- - Published: 2025-01-21 - Modified: 2026-05-16 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/underground-railroad-section-5-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-5005 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Underground Railroad Riding northeast from the city of Erie you will enjoy a long stretch of waterside along Lake Erie, the southern-most of the five Great Lakes. Then, after turning back inland south of Buffalo, you will ride through Orchard Park, home of the Pedaling History Bicycle Museum and one of the largest collections of antique and classic American bicycles to be found. There is a great deal of history to be explored in the Buffalo/Niagara area, ranging from American Revolution times to the Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site. This region became a natural funnel for freedom seekers, due to its remoteness, its proximity to Canada, and the anti-slavery sentiment that ran strong throughout New York state. After crossing into Canada, from Fort Erie to Niagara-on-the-Lake, the route mainly uses the Niagara River Recreation Trail and short portions of the Niagara Parkway along the scenic Niagara River. The route near Niagara Falls is extremely busy in summer, with many international tourists visiting the area. Numerous plaques memorializing people, structures, and events important to the Underground Railroad and other periods of black history are found on or close to the route as you proceed northwest through the Niagara area. Throughout Ontario the route traverses the Niagara Escarpment, so expect climbs and descents. This will provide a challenge for the fully loaded cyclist, especially when going off-route for services or exploration. Owen Sound, where your ride of discovery ends, was known as the final terminal of the Underground Railroad. It is where many... --- - Published: 2025-01-21 - Modified: 2026-05-28 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/underground-railroad-detroit-alternate-section-1-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-5006 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Underground Railroad This alternate, beginning in Everett, Ohio, takes cyclists around the western side of Lake Erie through historically rich Michigan. There are many sites to visit in the towns that the route goes through. In Michigan the route becomes much more urban. Because there is no bicycle-friendly connection between Detroit and Windsor the route crosses into Canada north of these cities, which were both important sites to freedom seekers. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-21 - Modified: 2026-05-02 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/underground-railroad-detroit-alternate-section-2-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-5007 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Underground Railroad From Sombra, Ontario, the route heads north through rural countryside, visiting several Underground Railroad sites before reaching Owen Sound, the terminus of the main route, located on the southern side of Lake Huron’s Georgian Bay. The Windsor Option, also in this section, can become a loop on its own connecting to section 1. From Sandusky,Ohio, you can cross Lake Erie via ferry. The route then goes northwest along the shore to Windsor, where many freedom seekers settled after their escape to Canada. It continues to the northeast where it reconnects to the Alternate at Sombra, Ontario. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-21 - Modified: 2026-05-09 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/underground-railroad-complete-digital-route-set/ - SKU: BE-5008 - Price: 110.00 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Underground Railroad The Underground Railroad Bicycle Route honors the bravery of those who fled bondage and those who provided shelter. This route passes points of interest and historic sites along a 2,100-mile corridor. Beginning in Mobile, Alabama, a busy port for slavery during the pre-civil war era, the route goes north following rivers through Alabama, Mississippi, Tennessee, and Kentucky. Waterways, as well as the North Star, were often used by freedom seekers as a guide in their journeys to escape slavery. Upon crossing into Ohio, the route leaves the river to head inland toward Lake Erie and enters Canada at the Peace Bridge near Buffalo, New York. In Ontario, the route circumvents the shores of Lake Ontario and ends at Owen Sound, a town founded by freedom seekers 150 years ago. More information about this route is available here. Digital Route Set Includes: Underground Railroad Section 1 Digital Route (BE-5001) Underground Railroad Section 2 Digital Route (BE-5002) Underground Railroad Section 3 Digital Route (BE-5003) Underground Railroad Section 4 Digital Route (BE-5004) Underground Railroad Section 5 Digital Route (BE-5005) Underground Railroad Detroit Alternate Section 1 Digital Route (BE-5006) Underground Railroad Detroit Alternate Section 2 Digital Route (BE-5007) --- - Published: 2025-01-21 - Modified: 2026-05-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/adirondack-park-loop-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1055 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Adirondack Park Loop When ridden in a counter-clockwise direction, the Adirondack Park Loop travels from Schenectady north, crossing into Adirondack Park just north of Saratoga Springs. Adirondack Park is the largest publicly protected area in the lower forty-eight states, greater in size than Yellowstone, Everglades, Glacier and Grand Canyon National Park combined. Passing through Ticonderoga, the route hugs the western shore of Lake Champlain as it continues north. At Port Henry there is an optional spur to continue north to Port Kent, to connect to a ferry to Burlington, Vermont. The main route continues west through Lake Placid, home of the 1932 and 1980 Winter Olympic Games. The route can be somewhat hilly in the park, with climbs ranging up to 1,500 feet. The route uses lightly traveled roads with minimal shoulders. Paved shoulders prevail where traffic is moderate. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-21 - Modified: 2026-04-27 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/allegheny-mountains-loop-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1033 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Allegheny Mountains Loop The Allegheny Mountains Loop offers a wide variety of riding types from pavement to gravel, from gentle grades along river valleys to steep, muscle burning climbs and fast descents over ridges, and from busy U. S. highways to lightly trafficked county roads and rail trails where no cars are allowed. Besides the main route there are 3 options which give the cyclist choices in the mileage they choose to ride. The route begins and ends in Blacksburg, VA, and crosses back and forth between Virginia and West Virginia several times. Highlights along the route include the Humpback Covered Bridge, Cass Scenic Railroad State Park, and excursion train rides from the town of Durbin. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-21 - Modified: 2026-05-12 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/grand-canyon-connector-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1203 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Grand Canyon Connector This connector route between the Western Express Route and the Southern Tier Route is a prime example of the vast and beautiful American West. It also connects the magnificent Zion National Park and both sides of Grand Canyon National Park. From the Western Express Route, it offers the opportunity to access Zion National Park and the north rim of the Grand Canyon. From the Southern Tier Route, it is 185 miles to reach the south rim of the Grand Canyon. One of the most spectacular examples of erosion anywhere in the world, the Grand Canyon is unmatched in the vistas it offers to visitors on the rim. Grand Canyon National Park is a World Heritage Site. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-21 - Modified: 2026-05-17 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/great-rivers-south-digital-route-set/ - SKU: BE-18 - Price: 47.00 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Great Rivers South Explore the Mississippi on a route that would make Tom Sawyer and Huck Finn proud. Along the way visit the jumping-off spot of the Mormons' long trek west, and enjoy some great cycling in the Ozarks, and along the Natchez Trace. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-21 - Modified: 2026-04-25 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/great-rivers-south-section-1-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1811 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Great Rivers South From Muscatine, Iowa, southward to Hannibal, Missouri, the route closely follows the flood plain of the Mississippi River. The riverside roads in Iowa and Illinois are rural farm-to-market roads, connecting small farming communities along the river and providing access to shipping terminals for local farm products. They are narrow roads with no shoulders and little traffic. The Mississippi bridge crossing into Missouri at Hannibal brings you into Mark Twain territory. You'll encounter some steep roller coaster hills before reaching the Missouri River. Riding on 4. 5 miles of the Katy Trail between Marthasville and Dutzow, travel will be slower due to its crushed limestone surface, though more pleasant than the highly trafficked SR 47/94. South of Washington, you’ll be entering the Ozark Mountain range. Many of the state and county roads are narrow, winding, and steep, with short sight distances. After Cherokee Pass, the route leaves the Ozarks and moves onto the alluvial plains of southeastern Missouri to Cape Girardeau. The map also shows a 56-mile spur route into St. Louis which includes 30. 5 mi. of the Katy Trail. After crossing the Missouri River you’ll switch to urban cycling as the route heads into the heart of the city. With care, riders who are accustomed to larger cities will have no problem with this spur to downtown St. Louis and the famous Gateway Arch. Click on enlargement for detail. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-21 - Modified: 2026-05-13 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/great-rivers-south-section-2-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1812 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Great Rivers South At Cape Girardeau the route crosses the Mississippi River. The state highways in Illinois are wide two-lane roads with moderate traffic and no shoulders. Most of the rest of the route is over narrow two-lane county roads with no shoulder and very little traffic. In western Kentucky the route follows very lightly traveled county roads over short steep hills. "The Trace Road" through the Land Between the Lakes Recreation Area is a two-lane road with no shoulders and light to moderate traffic. No commercial vehicles are allowed and a 45 mph speed limit is strictly enforced. In Tennessee, the route travels over exhausting roller coaster hills mostly on well maintained two-lane county and state roads. Near Shady Grove the route joins the Natchez Trace Parkway. The Natchez Trace offers two-lane roads with no shoulders and light traffic. The width of the Trace is 400 to 1000 feet, with wider right-of-way areas of historical, scientific, and recreational value. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-21 - Modified: 2026-05-13 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/great-rivers-south-section-3-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1813 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Great Rivers South The riding conditions on the Natchez Trace Parkway are excellent with cyclists enjoying an almost traffic-free road. The two-lane road is gently graded and is generally well paved. Although there are no shoulders, the road edges merge evenly onto a grass shoulder. No commercial traffic is permitted on the Parkway and a 50 mph speed limit is strictly enforced. The Parkway ends near Natchez, Mississippi, and from there southward the route passes through rural woodland areas of southern Mississippi and Louisiana, where narrow two-lane roads and timberland dominate the scenery. The route passes through Baton Rouge and intersects the Southern Tier Bicycle Route just north of the city. The route then continues south to end in New Orleans. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-21 - Modified: 2026-05-26 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/green-mountains-loop-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1011 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Green Mountains Loop When ridden in a clockwise direction, the main route of the Green Mountains Loop Bicycle Route travels from Burlington, Vermont, eastward into New Hampshire along the Connecticut River. It continues back across Vermont then north into New York along the shore of Lake Champlain. Alternate routes provide options to ride entirely in Vermont. The Green Mountains dominate the views and the geography of Vermont. Although much of the route lies within valleys, expect many hills of less than 200 feet. Crossing the spine of the Green Mountains involves climbs of 1,640 feet between Richford and North Troy, and 1,220 feet between Hancock and East Middlebury. To avoid the climb between Richford and North Troy, you can cross the border into Canada for a more level 21. 6-mile alternate. Most of the route uses lightly traveled roads with no shoulder. Paved shoulders prevail where traffic is moderate. More information about this route is available here. *Note: These tracks include distances on ferries. * --- - Published: 2025-01-21 - Modified: 2026-05-07 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/tidewater-potomac-heritage-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1451 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Tidewater Potomac This route lies within a portion of the Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail corridor. These spurs begin in Washington, D. C. , and traverse both sides of the lower Potomac River in the Northern Neck of Virginia and southern Maryland until reaching the Chesapeake Bay. The route passes many points of interest and historic sites that are associated with George Washington and the early history of the U. S. A. A short spur through Washington, D. C. connects to the eastern terminus of the C & O Canal Towpath. A 25-mile spur in Virginia's Northern Neck leads to the Rappahannock River bridge and points southward. *Note: These tracks include distances on ferries. Total mileage will differ from paper map mileage. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-21 - Modified: 2026-05-25 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/utah-cliffs-loop-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1022 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Utah Cliffs Loop From St. George heading clockwise, the Utah Cliffs Loop Bicycle Route goes north to Snow Canyon State Park and then heads for historic Pine Valley, nestled in a bucolic basin in the Pine Valley Mountains. From Cedar City you will climb through the Hurricane Cliffs escarpment, high onto the Markagunt Plateau of the Dixie National Forest. At Navajo Lake, still at high elevation, you begin an unforgettable downhill run that starts out alongside the North Fork of the Virgin River - really just a creek at first - and ultimately meet SR 9 just east of Zion National Park. From Rockville, a series of backroads lead to Hurricane and finally back to St. George. Elevations on the route range from 2,500' to 10,000' above sea level. Road surfaces on the Utah Cliffs Route are approximately fifty percent dirt and gravel roads and fifty percent paved roads. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-21 - Modified: 2026-05-16 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/ur-pittsburgh-spur-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1044 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Underground Railroad This 153-mile spur connects Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to the Underground Railroad Bicycle Route at Erie, Pennsylvania. The route begins at the Senator John Heinz History Center and quickly crosses the Allegheny River to the 3. 5 mile North Shore Trail. Across the water, cyclists have a view of Point State Park, the tip of Pittsburgh's "Golden Triangle" where the Allegheny and Monongahela rivers join. Cyclists continue along the North Shore trail which borders the shores of the Ohio River and takes them through the most urban section of the route. Underground Railroad sites, historic markers and museums dot the route with the highest concentrations in Pittsburgh and Mercer. Rolling hills make up the terrain in western Pennsylvania but most of the route is on fairly low-level traffic rural roads and highways. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-21 - Modified: 2026-05-09 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/underground-railroad-detroit-alternate-digital-route-set/ - SKU: BE-5009 - Price: 32.00 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Underground Railroad The Underground Railroad Bicycle Route honors the bravery of those who fled bondage and those who provided shelter. The Main Route passes points of interest and historic sites along a 2,100-mile corridor. Beginning in Mobile, Alabama, a busy port for slavery during the pre-civil war era, the route goes north following rivers through Alabama, Mississippi, Tennessee, and Kentucky. Waterways, as well as the North Star, were often used by freedom seekers as a guide in their journeys to escape slavery. Upon crossing into Ohio, the route leaves the river to head inland toward Lake Erie and enters Canada at the Peace Bridge near Buffalo, New York. In Ontario, the route circumvents the shores of Lake Ontario and ends at Owen Sound, a town founded by freedom seekers 150 years ago. More information about this route is available here. Digital Route Set Includes: Underground Railroad Detroit Alternate Section 1 Digital Route (BE-5006) Underground Railroad Detroit Alternate Section 2 Digital Route (BE-5007) --- - Published: 2025-01-21 - Modified: 2025-03-03 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/cnyc-philadelphia-alternate-digital-route-set/ - SKU: BE-2730 - Price: 32.00 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes The 518. 5-mile Philadelphia Alternate stretches from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to New York City, New York. You’ll ride the GAP and an unpaved 85-mile section of the C&O Canal Trail from Cumberland to Williamsport, Maryland. Within the 85 miles, the route joins the paved Western Maryland Rail Trail for 21 miles. After leaving Philadelphia, the route goes east to the New Jersey shore and ends with a ferry ride into New York City from the south. More information about this route is available here. Map Set Includes: Philadelphia Alternate Section 1 (BE-2705) Philadelphia Alternate Section 2 (BE-2706) --- - Published: 2025-01-21 - Modified: 2026-03-16 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/great-parks-south-digital-route-set/ - SKU: BE-1200 - Price: 32.00 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Great Parks This route, entirely in the Colorado Rocky Mountains, offers challenging biking, including riding on Trail Ridge Road, the highest continuous paved road in the continental United States, located in Rocky Mountain National Park. Eleven miles of it are above treeline. The cyclist is rewarded by a continuous setting of dramatic mountain scenery, national forests, parks, monuments, and many climbs and descents over passes. Off-road mountain-biking opportunities abound at the various ski hills along the route, which offer singletrack riding on quiet forest trails, serviced by bustling tourist villages. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-17 - Modified: 2026-05-22 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/western-express-digital-route-set/ - SKU: BE-21 - Price: 63.00 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Western Express The Western Express traverses four western states. It can be combined with the TransAm's eastern sections for a shortcut between the Rockies and the Pacific Ocean. From the Golden Gate Bridge to the Rocky Mountain Front, the route travels through some of America's most extreme terrain, including the Sierra Nevada, "America's Loneliest Highway," Utah's national parks, and the heart of the Colorado Rockies. More information about this route is available here. *Note: These tracks include distances on ferries. Total mileage will differ from paper map mileage. --- - Published: 2025-01-17 - Modified: 2026-05-19 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/western-express-trans-am-digital-route-set/ - SKU: BE-210 - Price: 157.00 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Western Express + TransAm East This set combines the Western Express Route of 4 digital maps and the eastern portion of the TransAmerica Trail of 6 digital maps. The routes meet in Pueblo, Colorado. This combination is a more direct route between the east and west coasts through the central United States. For more information on this route click on link: Western Express Route, Trans Am Route GPX Data Set Includes: Western Express Section 1 Digital Route (BE-2101) Western Express Section 2 Digital Route (BE-2102) Western Express Section 3 Digital Route(BE-2103) Western Express Section 4 Digital Route (BE-2104) TransAm Section 7 Digital Route (BE-1531) TransAm Section 8 Digital Route(BE-1532) TransAM Digital Section 9 Digital Route (BE-1533) TransAM Digital Section 10 Digital Route (BE-1541) TransAM Digital Section 11 Digital Route (BE-1542) TransAM Digital Section 12 Digital Route (BE-1543) --- - Published: 2025-01-17 - Modified: 2026-05-27 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/western-express-route-section-1-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-2101 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Western Express Section 1 of the Western Express Route begins in San Francisco, California, and ends in Fallon, Nevada. Cyclists will encounter a wide variety of riding conditions from urban to rural while using state highways, county roads and separate bike paths. From Golden Gate Bridge the route takes a ferry across the bay to Vallejo and winds its way through the hills to Davis, widely known as the "Bicycle Capital of the World" and Sacramento. To traverse the state capital you'll ride a large portion of the Jedediah Smith National Recreation Trail, also known as the American River Bike Trail. East of Folsom the route climbs the Sierra Nevada range and enters Nevada south of Carson City. Nevada is Great Basin country. The route heads east to Fallon on U. S. Highway 50, the "Loneliest Road in America. " More information about this route is available here. *Note: These tracks include distances on ferries. Total mileage will differ from paper map mileage. --- - Published: 2025-01-17 - Modified: 2026-03-31 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/western-express-route-section-2-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-2102 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Western Express Section 2 of the Western Express Route begins in Fallon, Nevada, and heads east along U. S. Highway 50. This road was described some years ago by a Life magazine writer as "The Loneliest Road in America. " You'll see occasional vehicles on the road but towns and services are spaced, in some instances a long day's ride apart. In most cases there are no homes or ranches between services. The maps note where the longest stretches without services are located. There are two 80+ mile streches without any services. This section of the Western Express Route is considered very difficult due not only to terrain, but also due to lack of water, temperature extremes, and long mileages without services. Carrying a water purifier is strongly advised for any water access outside of towns. Nevada is extremely dry and has no shade except for three trees east of Fallon that our researchers found. This section ends in Cedar City, Utah. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-17 - Modified: 2026-05-12 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/western-express-route-section-3-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-2103 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Western Express Section 3 of the Western Express Route begins in Cedar City, Utah, and ends in Dolores, Colorado. You'll see some of the most spectacular scenery in America along paved roads, and the route provides access to a large number of national parks, monuments and state parks. Take some extra time to explore and do some hiking and biking into the off-route parks. This section is considered very difficult due not only to terrain (grades from 6% to 14% in Utah), but also due to lack of water, temperature extremes, and long mileages without services. In most cases there are no homes or ranches between services. Carrying a water purifier is stongly advised for water access at Lake Powell and for miscellaneous reservoirs, creeks and lakes at primitive campsites. Utah is extremely dry and most of the route has only rocks for shade. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-17 - Modified: 2026-05-15 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/western-express-route-section-4-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-2104 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Western Express Section 4 of the Western Express Route begins in Dolores, Colorado. You may see other cyclists along portions of this route in the state. Between Dolores and Poncha Springs the same roads are used on the Great Parks South Route, and between Wetmore and Pueblo the route joins with the TransAmerica Trail. You'll be crossing a pass almost every day with several passes over 9,000 feet. Many of the passes along this section have climbing lanes for slower-moving traffic. When the route ends in Pueblo, Colorado, you can join the TransAmerica Trail to continue eastward. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-17 - Modified: 2026-05-29 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/atlantic-coast-digital-route-set/ - SKU: BE-14 - Price: 110.00 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Atlantic Coast Route From Bar Harbor, Maine, to Key West, Florida, the Atlantic Coast Route takes you through a region rich in history. It passes directly through Washington, D. C. and Richmond, and is linked with spurs to Boston, New York, Philadelphia, Baltimore, Charleston and Savannah. *Note: These tracks include distances on ferries. Total mileage will differ from paper map mileage. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-17 - Modified: 2026-05-25 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/atlantic-coast-section-1-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1441 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Atlantic Coast Route Bar Harbor is located on Mount Desert Island near Acadia National Park. On Mount Desert Island, you'll find some rugged hills and a considerable amount of recreational traffic in the summer months and during the fall color season. West of Freeport, the route heads inland on somewhat hilly, less-trafficked roads to avoid Portland, Maine, before looping back to the coast at Kennebunk. The route follows very quiet rural county roads from Exeter to the outskirts of Nashua, though traffic increases in and near towns. The 29-mile Boston Spur begins in Littleton, and provides access to the city center on a combination of busy thoroughfares and a the Minuteman Bikeway. The terrain of southern Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and northern Connecticut is hillier. The majority of the route in Connecticut is quiet rural county roads except of the section into Windsor Locks, which has typical urban congestion. Click on enlargement for detail. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-17 - Modified: 2026-05-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/atlantic-coast-section-2-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1442 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Atlantic Coast Route Western Connecticut is rural and quite hilly. As you enter New York, the roads are generally good and signing is adequate. Expect a moderate amount of traffic which increases as you approach towns. You'll continue to encounter hills until reaching Hyde Park, in the Hudson River Valley. You'll follow this rolling valley south to busy Poughkeepsie, and cross the Hudson River on the walkway over the Hudson pedestrian bridge. The route follows river valleys and crosses the Shawnagunk Mountains to Port Jervis at New York/New Jersey border. Here, you'll begin to parallel the course of the Delaware River. Roads south of Delaware Water Gap through the remote Delaware Valley are narrow and poorly paved. You'll cross the Delaware River for the final time in Lambertville, New Jersey, which is near Trenton. The route continues west from Lambertville into Conshohocken. The New York Spur traverses rural countryside until it reaches the suburbs of eastern New Jersey where you'll encounter urban riding conditions. Click on enlargement for detail. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-17 - Modified: 2026-05-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/atlantic-coast-section-3-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1443 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Atlantic Coast Route In Conshohocken, you'll use the Schuylkill Trail, cross the Schuylkill River, and continue on a bike path through Valley Forge National Historic Park. You might see Amish horse drawn carriages on the quiet roads near Bowmansville. Hills in this area are not severe, but the country certainly isn't flat. You'll cross the Susquehanna River between Columbia and Wrightville. In northern Maryland, there are a few short, steep descents; caution is advised because of the short sight distances. Nearing Baltimore, two route options are available. The main route skirts the city to the west, using county roads that are often hilly. The Chesapeake Bay Alternate through Baltimore avoids most of the heavy traffic north of the city. Entering Washington, D. C. the route uses the Rock Creek and the Capital Crescent trails. In Virginia, for the most part you'll be riding on occasionally busy well-signed and well-surfaced network of county roads. The terrain is rolling, with a few steep hills. Click on enlargement for detail. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-17 - Modified: 2026-04-30 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/atlantic-coast-section-4-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1401 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Atlantic Coast Route You can expect heavy traffic leaving Richmond, though for the remainder of the route in Virginia you will be on predominantly rural roads. These roads wander through tobacco and peanut fields over slightly rolling country. The route becomes more level in North Carolina. The beach access roads north of Wilmington will be busier during tourist season and on weekends. The Outer Banks Alternate is 78 miles longer than the main route. Wind is an important riding factor on the exposed Outer Banks. The inland route is more sheltered, and should be used during stormy weather. Click on enlargement for detail. *Note: These tracks include distances on ferries. Total mileage will differ from paper map mileage. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-17 - Modified: 2026-05-28 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/atlantic-coast-section-5-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1402 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Atlantic Coast Route Wilmington has heavy recreational traffic along the beach south to Fort Fisher and the ferry crossing the mouth of Cape Fear River. From Shalotte the terrain is essentially flat and follows two-lane roads through farm country and small towns. These conditions continue into South Carolina. The spur into Charleston gets busy as you near the city. A narrow country bridge crosses the Savannah River into Georgia, where the route heads inland to skirt around Fort Stewart and Savannah. The terrain becomes slightly rolling. Statesboro access is easy and the section ends in downtown. Click on enlargement for detail. *Note: These tracks include distances on ferries. Total mileage will differ from paper map mileage. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-17 - Modified: 2026-04-27 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/atlantic-coast-section-6-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1403 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Atlantic Coast Route The 59. 5 mile Savannah spur begins in Register, Georgia, and parallels I-16, so expect local traffic on it. Traffic increases as you near downtown. The last half-mile of the route winds through three small squares in the historic district. The route south from Statesboro is rural and occasionally traverses pine plantations. A highlight of this section is the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge, located on the Okefenokee Alternate. Expect urban riding conditions while skirting Jacksonville, Florida, and the string of beach comunities to the south. Roads in northern Florida have somewhat higher traffic levels than found in Georgia. The route ends in historic St. Augustine, FL. Click on enlargement for detail. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-17 - Modified: 2026-05-18 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/atlantic-coast-section-7-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1405 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Atlantic Coast Route Starting in St. Augustine, the route is urban/suburban most of the way down the coast through Miami. SR A1A along the ocean is adjacent to multiple aquatic preserves and wildlife refuges. Opportunities to enjoy the beach are plentiful and the county parks often include such amenities as picnic tables, cold water, showers and toilets. South of Jupiter, campgrounds for tenting are almost nonexistent until south of Miami. On the road to Key West the roadways have generous shoulders, though we recommend using the bike paths. Bahia Honda State Park, north of Key West, offers multiple opportunities to enjoy and learn about the reef environment of the Keys. Choose from activities such as snorkeling, windsurfing and visiting the museum exhibits. To create a loop route from Key West, a ferry is available to Fort Myers where it is possible to join the Florida Connector map route and return to Fort Lauderdale. Space is limited on the ferries, so when you make your reservations, be sure to let them know in advance that you have a bike. Click on enlargement for detail. The 59. 5 mile Savannah spur begins in Register, Georgia, and parallels I-16, so expect local traffic on it. Traffic increases as you near downtown. The last half-mile of the route winds through three small squares in the historic district. The route south from Statesboro is rural and occasionally traverses pine plantations. A highlight of this section is the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge, located on the Okefenokee Alternate. Expect urban... --- - Published: 2025-01-17 - Modified: 2026-05-12 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/eastern-express-connector-section-1-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-601 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Eastern Express Connector Heading eastbound from Walden, Colorado, the Eastern Express Connector crosses the southern Rocky Mountains only once at Cameron Pass, compared to the three high-elevation passes on the traditional TransAmerica route. The route then descends the scenic Poudre River canyon into the bicycle-friendly college town of Fort Collins, the only significant population on the entire section. Things start to dry out as you get into the eastern part of Colorado and cross into the southwestern corner of Nebraska. Carrying extra water is a good idea here - this is hot, barren country and services are limited. You might have to do some early morning and early evening riding to escape the midday sun. Many of the small towns along the way have public swimming pools to help to beat the heat, so pack your swimsuit! The route through Kansas continues to be rural in nature, with not a single town’s population over 2,000 until the section's end in Atchison, Kansas. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-17 - Modified: 2026-05-19 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/eastern-express-connector-section-2-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-602 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Eastern Express Connector A highlight of this route is the historic Katy Trail, the country’s longest recreational rail trail. Now a state park, the crushed-limestone trail is built on the former corridor of the Missouri-Kansas-Texas Railroad and winds alongside the mighty Missouri River. The Jefferson City Option can be used if the western portion of the Katy Trail is flooded. In Boonville, Missouri, the TransAmerica Crossover provides a mid-way connection to the traditional TransAmerica Trail. It follows the Katy Trail to its western terminus in Clinton, Missouri, and links up to Section 8 of the TransAmerica Trail just north of Toronto, Kansas. For cyclists who also plan to ride the Western Express Bicycle Route, this Crossover creates a more streamlined route across Middle America. The Connector terminates in Indianapolis, the state capital and largest city in Indiana. From here, ride onto the Chicago to New York City Route to continue east on your “express” cross-country journey. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-17 - Modified: 2026-05-19 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/eastern-express-connector-digital-route-set/ - SKU: BE-603 - Price: 32.00 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Eastern Express Connector The Eastern Express Connector connects the TransAmerica Trail in the west to the Chicago to New York City Bicycle Route in the east. Designed to be a quicker (and easier) coast-to-coast experience for the time-constrained cyclist, this route avoids some of the most strenuous climbing in the southern Rockies, Ozarks, and Appalachian Mountains. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-17 - Modified: 2026-05-27 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/great-divide-mountain-bike-route-section-1-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-201 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Great Divide Mountain Bike Route This section of the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route is entirely within Montana. The route begins at the border and quickly enters forested backcountry. It skirts the western border of Glacier National Park along North Fork Flathead River. The route goes through towns every 4-5 days for restocking supplies. You'll either be going over passes or riding through valleys en route to the next climb, and it's considered the most challenging portion of the entire route. You'll go through historic mining regions lying between Seeley Lake and Helena, Montana. Fascinating historic sites beckon in the state’s capital of Helena, so plan to lay over at least a day to catch them. New to this edition of GDMBR maps is a spur route from Seeley Lake to Adventure Cycling’s hometown of Missoula. At just a hair over 65 miles, this is a challenging route through a maze of steep terrain on a mix of surfaces including overgrown old logging roads and singletrack trail. --- - Published: 2025-01-17 - Modified: 2026-05-28 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/great-divide-canada-digital-route-set/ - SKU: BE-2010 - Price: 110.00 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Great Divide Mountain Bike Route The world's longest mountain bike route, this route traces the Continental Divide from Canada to Mexico on dirt and gravel roads, some pavement, and some singletrack. For more information on this route or to print out the most up to date addenda for these maps please click on these links: Great Divide, Great Divide Canada --- - Published: 2025-01-17 - Modified: 2026-05-29 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/great-divide-mountain-bike-route-section-2-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-202 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Great Divide Mountain Bike Route This section of the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route leads from Helena, Montana, to Colter Bay, Wyoming, by way of historic mining regions, the sprawling ranchlands of southwest Montana, and one of the crown jewels of our National Park System. In addition to a sampling of some of its finest backcountry, one of the state's largest cities is also encountered— Butte. Plan a layover day in this mining-history rich city. The route also passes through the Red Rock Lakes National Wildlife Refuge and incorporates the short, 75. 9-mile section of the route claimed by Idaho. 13. 2 of those Idaho miles are on a rail-trail conversion following the route of the old Oregon Short Line, which was responsible for delivering turn-of-the-century tourists to Yellowstone National Park. The route then enters Wyoming, cutting between Yellowstone and Grand Teton national parks on the little-traveled Reclamation Road, also known as Ashton-Flagg Road and/or Grassy Lake Road. --- - Published: 2025-01-17 - Modified: 2026-05-28 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/great-divide-mountain-bike-route-section-3-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-203 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Great Divide Mountain Bike Route This section of the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route is entirely in Wyoming. It begins in the magnificent Teton country and winds its way up and over a couple of high Continental Divide crossings before skirting the west slope of the Wind River Mountains en route to historic South Pass City. From there, the route drops into the Great Divide Basin on its way to Rawlins. The terrain changes dramatically between Colter Bay and Rawlins: from lofty mountain meadows, to sagebrush-covered cattle and pronghorn country, to high, dry desert that’s spectacular in its own right. --- - Published: 2025-01-17 - Modified: 2026-05-28 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/great-divide-mountain-bike-route-section-4-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-204 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Great Divide Mountain Bike Route This section of the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route begins in Rawlins, Wyoming. South of that windy, rough-hewn Wyoming community the high desert rises to meet the even higher Sierra Madre Range, leading the way into Colorado and Steamboat Springs, the first in a string of ski towns visited. After following the paved Blue River trail system through bustling Summit County and the town of Breckenridge, the route crosses the Continental Divide at Boreas Pass and descends into the broad, windswept basin known as South Park. South of the small town of Hartsel it climbs back into the mountains, then drops into the high-valley village of Salida. --- - Published: 2025-01-17 - Modified: 2026-05-28 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/great-divide-mountain-bike-route-section-5-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-205 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Great Divide Mountain Bike Route This section of the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route leads from Salida, Colorado, to the Conejos River outpost of Platoro, then onward into New Mexico, the aptly nicknamed “Land of Enchantment. ” Here it traverses the remote, high-elevation Tusas Mountains before passing through three New Mexico villages straight out of Old Mexico: Cañon Plaza, Vallecitos, and El Rito. South of Abiquiu, a tough, 25-mile climb up Polvadera Mesa leads into the heavily forested Jemez Mountains, where elk and black bear are common residents. South of the town of Cuba the route winds through the carved maze of eroded terrain that separates Mesa Chivato and Chaco Mesa. From there it traverses the northwest flank of the San Mateo Mountains before dropping into the sprawling community of Grants. --- - Published: 2025-01-17 - Modified: 2026-05-22 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/great-divide-mountain-bike-route-section-6-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-206 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Great Divide Mountain Bike Route This section is entirely in New Mexico beginning in Grants and wending its way south to Antelope Wells or the alternate ending in Columbus. Cyclists will contend with finding enough water or dealing with too much of it on the ground mucking up the route in the monsoon season of the Southwest. South of the impressive badlands terrain of El Malpais National Monument the route visits Pie Town, famous for its... you guessed it. After skirting the barren Plains of San Agustin, then climbing across the exceptionally rugged mountains of the Gila National Forest – where each steep descent is followed by an equally steep climb – the route pulls into Silver City. Here the mountains end and the desert begins, surrounding you all the way to the door to Old Mexico. --- - Published: 2025-01-17 - Modified: 2026-05-24 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/great-divide-canada-section-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-209 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Great Divide Mountain Bike Route This route extends the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route into Canada along both the spine and foothills of the Rocky Mountains. Beginning in Jasper, the route counterintuitive runs north to Hinton before heading southward along the lonesome Forestry Trunk Rd. to Bow River near Canmore. The paved Legacy Trail brings riders into Banff and through spectacular scenery to Peter Lougheed Provincial Park. The route uses Elk Pass to cross the Continental Divide (known as the Great Divide in Canada). The main route follows portions of the Elk Valley Trail from Round Prairie to Elko with a spin through Fernie along the way. South of Fernie, you can choose to continue on the main route or ride across the "Serengeti of North America" through miles and miles of unbridled wilderness on the Flathead Alternate. The endpoint is Roosville, which is the beginning of the U. S. stretch of the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route. --- - Published: 2025-01-17 - Modified: 2026-05-27 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/great-divide-no-canada-digital-route-set/ - SKU: BE-200 - Price: 94.00 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Great Divide Mountain Bike Route The world's longest mountain bike route, this route traces the Continental Divide from Canada to Mexico on dirt and gravel roads, some pavement and some singletrack. This is the set from the Canadian border to the Mexican border, it does not include the northernmost Canada section. For more information on this route or to print out the most up to date addenda for these maps please click on these links: Great Divide ***Does not include Great Divide Canada BE-209*** --- - Published: 2025-01-17 - Modified: 2026-05-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/idaho-hot-springs-mt-bike-digital-route-set/ - SKU: BE-23 - Price: 32.00 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Idaho Hot Springs Mountain Bike Route Soak in your choice of 50+ hot springs along this scenic loop amongst rivers and mountains located northeast of Boise. Single track options are shown on the second map in this set. The Idaho Hot Springs Mountain Bike Route guides riders over and through the breathtaking landscape of central Idaho. From blue ribbon trout streams to sub-alpine terrain and cozy mountain towns, riders will pass through some of the most spectacular country the West has to offer, with the opportunity to indulge in the highest concentration of soakable hot springs in North America. The Main Route Map contains routing for the main dirt road loop, the paved Lowman Cutoff, which divides the main dirt road loop in half, and the Boise Spur, which guides riders to and from the Boise Airport. The narratives for all routing on the Main Route Map are bi-directional. The Singletrack Options Map contains routing for four unique singletrack options. The Singletrack Options Map is a supplement to the Main Route Map, and you will need to purchase both if choosing to incorporate any of the singletrack offerings into your adventure. The four singletrack options are not bi-directional. If you choose to ride them with the main route, you should go in a counter-clockwise direction. More information about this route is available here. (Aug 2015) ATTENTION! On August 7, 2015, President Obama signed into law the creation of three new Wilderness areas in Idaho. One of these new wilderness areas, White Clouds, encompasses trails we mapped... --- - Published: 2025-01-17 - Modified: 2026-04-21 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/lewis-clark-map-digital-route-set/ - SKU: BE-4000 - Price: 126.00 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Lewis & Clark Trail For the ultimate Lewis and Clark experience, the Lewis & Clark Bicycle Trail is the only way to go. This Adventure Cycling route follows the famous explorers' trail as closely as possible and includes options for the different routes the corps took on their return trip. Major funding for the Lewis & Clark Bicycle Trail has been provided by REI. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-17 - Modified: 2026-05-27 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/lewis-clark-section-1-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-4001 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Lewis & Clark Trail Section 1 of the Lewis & Clark Bicycle Trail begins near the 1803-04 winter encampment of the Corps of Discovery. In Missouri, 151 miles of this route is on the Katy Trail, a crushed limestone trail built on an abandoned railroad bed next to the river. If this surface is not to your liking, the Jefferson City Option offers a hilly, paved alternate reducing the number of miles on limestone. The route also uses the Steamboat Trace in Nebraska, another crushed limestone trail. The bustle of traffic of metropolitan Kansas City is avoided, but be prepared for hills whenever the route leaves the river valley. This section ends at the Iowa West Trailhead in Council Bluffs, a bicycling-friendly community with a network of cycling paths throughout the city. Major funding for the Lewis & Clark Bicycle Trail has been provided by REI. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-17 - Modified: 2026-05-27 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/lewis-clark-section-2-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-4002 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Lewis & Clark Trail This section of the Lewis & Clark Bicycle Trail continues to follow the Missouri River and goes through Sioux City, Iowa, before entering South Dakota. Due to dams, the Missouri shifts from a river to a lake, three of them in fact: Lewis and Clark Lake, Lake Francis Case and Lake Sharpe. The terrain becomes more rolling; there will always be a descent/ascent when crossing the river. Two options are available to customize your route. The Whetstone Bay Option is 25. 5 miles in length (including 14. 5 on hard-packed dirt and gravel) that takes you closer to Missouri/Lake Francis Case. The second option is an alternate way into Pierre, the endpoint of this section. Major funding for the Lewis & Clark Bicycle Trail has been provided by REI. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-17 - Modified: 2026-05-27 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/lewis-clark-section-3-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-4003 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Lewis & Clark Trail Section 3 of the Lewis & Clark Trail begins in the capital city of Pierre, South Dakota. Riding north on SR 1804-Lewis and Clark Trail, you'll pass the Oahe Dam on Lake Oahe, an area with heavy recreational traffic. In Bismarck, North Dakota, (another capital city! ) you will have the opportunity to ride a series of bike paths along the river to Pioneer Park or through the city to take advantage of its many services. Bismarck is already gaining the reputation as one of the friendliest cities on the Lewis & Clark Bicycle Trail. Near Washburn is Fort Mandan, the location where the Corps spent the winter of 1804/1805. After Stanton, the route heads west and south to follow the I-94 corridor, alternating between the freeway and parallel county roads. This is a change from our original routing due to oil and gas development in the Bakken Oil Shale Field of western North Dakota and northeastern Montana. The route was changed in 2012 to avoid the area around Williston, North Dakota, because many roads with minimal to no shoulders now have high levels of truck traffic, and are felt to be unsafe for bicyclists. Major funding for the Lewis & Clark Bicycle Trail has been provided by REI. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-17 - Modified: 2026-05-27 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/lewis-clark-section-4-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-4004 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Lewis & Clark Trail The fourth section of the Lewis & Clark Bicycle Trail begins in Dickinson, North Dakota. The route follows the I-94 corridor, alternating between the freeway and parallel county roads. In eastern Montana it stays south of the Missouri River. This part of Fort Peck Lake/Missouri River carries many additional designations: the Charles M. Russell National Wildlife Refuge, the Upper Missouri National Wild and Scenic River and, most recently, the Upper Missouri River Breaks National Monument. There are very few access roads down to the river on this map section. If you'd like a closer look, check with one of the many guides listed on the map that offer tours. Services are few and far between through eastern Montana; you will want to plan your days accordingly. The terrain continues to be rolling to hilly; by the section's end in Great Falls you'll be able to see the Front Range of the Rockies on the western horizon. Major funding for the Lewis & Clark Bicycle Trail has been provided by REI. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-17 - Modified: 2026-05-27 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/lewis-clark-section-5-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-4005 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Lewis & Clark Trail This section is rich with historical locations, and includes several alternate routing options. At Three Forks, the Missouri River splits into the Gallatin, Madison and Jefferson Rivers, and you will leave the Missouri for the final time. Just south of Dillon, there's a choice to remain on the main westbound route or take the Big Hole Option. The main route over Lemhi Pass includes 24. 4 miles of gravel while the Big Hole Option is slightly shorter and is entirely paved. The 17. 7-mile gravel Gibbon's Pass Alternate crosses the Continental Divide at the same location as Clark on his return journey in 1806. If you choose to ride the main route, you have the opportunity to ride along "The River of No Return" on the 18. 3-mile Shoup Spur. From North Fork, Idaho, it is nearly a straight shot north to Lolo, Montana, the site of Travelers' Rest State Park. This is the site where Lewis and Clark stopped in each direction to rest and regroup for the next stages in their journey. Major funding for the Lewis & Clark Bicycle Trail has been provided by REI. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-17 - Modified: 2026-05-27 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/lewis-clark-section-6-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-4006 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Lewis & Clark Trail Section 6 of the Lewis & Clark Bicycle Trail can be broken into two segments based on the corps multidirectional travels. Missoula, Montana, to Clarkston, Washington, is a continuation of Lewis and Clark's 1804 travels westbound. The Blackfoot Option from Missoula, Montana, to Great Falls, Montana, follows the route Captain Lewis used eastbound in 1806. Both segments are described below. Main Route The main route follows the course of the Lochsa and Clearwater rivers and is fairly level after crossing Lolo Pass. Once you arrive in Kamiah, the route leaves the river valleys and crosses the wide open prairie to Clarkston. Blackfoot Option This option traces Captain Lewis's 1806 eastbound journey. It is mostly on two-lane highways that follow the Blackfoot and Sun Rivers all the way to Great Falls. The Alice Creek Spur is 12 miles in length and you can ride/hike to the top of Lewis & Clark Pass. The Sierra Club has sponsored this section of the Lewis & Clark Bicycle Trail and major funding has been provided by REI. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-17 - Modified: 2026-05-27 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/lewis-clark-section-7-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-4007 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Lewis & Clark Trail Section 7 of the Lewis & Clark Bicycle Trail begins in Clarkston and heads overland to the Pacific Ocean. When the route meets the Columbia River, winds can become fierce, blowing predominately from the west particularily in the area known as the Gorge. This map section, like others on this route, has options. You can ride along the Gorge in either Oregon or Washington. From Astoria, the 19. 3-mile Cape Disappointment Spur crosses the Columbia into Washington and heads west to Cape Disappointment State Park. Mr. James C. Becker, Vancouver, WA, has sponsored this section of the Lewis & Clark Bicycle Trail and major funding has been provided by REI. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-17 - Modified: 2026-04-25 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/lewis-clark-section-8-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-4008 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Lewis & Clark Trail Section 8 of the Lewis & Clark Bicycle Trail traces the eastbound path Captain Clark explored along the Yellowstone River in 1806. Services are limited in eastern Montana. Much of this map section is either on I-90 or its frontage roads. From Three Forks eastward you'll cross several Gallatin River tributaries which flow into the Missouri River. The terrain on this section is rolling; you'll have great views of the Yellowstone River and Big Sky country. Three Forks, MT, to Glendive, MT (417 mi. ) Major funding for the Lewis & Clark Bicycle Route has been provided by REI. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-17 - Modified: 2026-05-19 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/lake-erie-connector-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1914 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Lake Erie Connector The Lake Erie Connector is intended primarily as a shortcut that saves 244 miles between the North Lakes Route near Wolf Lake, Michigan, and the Northern Tier Route at Fort Erie, Ontario. It also connects to the Northern Tier Route across the western end of Lake Erie at Sandusky, Ohio, and enables a variety of loop rides in the lower Great Lakes region. The route traverses the farms and fields of central Michigan, and then follows the northern shoreline of Lake Erie in Canada. More information about this route is available here. *Note: These tracks include distances on ferries. Total mileage will differ from paper map mileage. --- - Published: 2025-01-17 - Modified: 2026-05-18 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/north-lakes-map-digital-route-set/ - SKU: BE-19 - Price: 47.00 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, North Lakes This route around northern Lake Michigan features a ferry ride option across the lake, miles of beautiful shoreline, and the great forests of Michigan's Upper Peninsula. After leaving the Upper Peninsula, the route travels southward through the forests and farms of lower Michigan. It traverses northeast Indiana, home to the Amish, before ending in Monroeville, a town along the Northern Tier Bicycle Route. If used in conjunction with the Northern Tier, the North Lakes Route will be 260 miles longer to cross the country. North Lakes offers an interesting alternative for Northern Tier riders wanting to experience the beauty of the Great Lakes. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-17 - Modified: 2026-05-13 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/north-lakes-section-1-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1911 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, North Lakes Beginning in Osceola, Wisconsin, along the St. Croix River, the route is mostly flat as it makes a gradual transition from dairy farms to northern lakes as well as pine and birch forests. The county roads through the northern Wisconsin lakes are narrow, hilly and rough in some places, but traffic is very light, the air is fresh and clear and the scenery is bucolic. This map section includes a spur into the metropolis of Minneapolis/St. Paul. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-17 - Modified: 2026-05-13 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/north-lakes-section-2-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1912 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, North Lakes From Escanaba to St. Ignace the route stays mostly on US 2. This highway is very busy with both recreational and commercial traffic, but generally has wide paved shoulders. In general, when US 2 is directly on Lake Michigan shore or well inland it is flat, but in between there are numerous climbs over coastal bluffs which provide spectacular views of the lake. The Mackinac Bridge between St. Ignace and Mackinaw City, which connects Michigan's Upper and Lower Peninsulas, is part of I-75, and bicycles are prohibited. Adventure Cycling recommends riding the ferry to Mackinac Island to cross the Straits of Mackinac. No motorized vehicles are permitted on the island, which is 80% state park, and 20% privately owned. The Manitowoc Alternate can be used as a shortcut between central Wisconsin and the lower Michigan peninsula. It shortens the route by 215 miles by using a ferry across Lake Michigan. More information about this route is available here. *Note: These tracks include distances on ferries. Total mileage will differ from paper map mileage. --- - Published: 2025-01-17 - Modified: 2026-05-17 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/north-lakes-section-3-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1913 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, North Lakes From Mackinaw City, Michigan to Cross Village, the route primarily follows two-lane county roads through farms. From the campground at Wilderness State Park, you can see a glorious sunset over Lake Michigan with the distant view of the Mackinaw Bridge. The Tunnel of Trees Scenic Route from Cross Village to Harbor Springs is a narrow road, mostly without a centerline, but traffic is light and slow moving. From just south of Acme through Traverse City and on to Suttons Bay is the TART Trail, an off-road path that leads through the State Park and downtown Traverse City. From Suttons Bay, the route crosses the Leelanau Peninsula to the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Then you’ll follow rural roads and state highways through small vacation towns south along the Lake Michigan shore. At New Buffalo, the route leaves the Lake Michigan shoreline on rural roads across Indiana farmland to La Porte. The route follows the residential streets through La Porte before heading out on rural farm roads to Rochester and you’ll finish this section on the Nickel Plate Trail to Denver, Indiana. Click on enlargement for detail. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-17 - Modified: 2026-05-14 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/northern-tier-north-lakes-digital-route-set/ - SKU: BE-11 - Price: 189.00 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Northern Tier + Lakes Route ***Map set does not include Digital Route Data for Northern Tier Sections 7,8,9*** This route compilation includes maps sections of the Northern Tier, the North Lakes and the Lake Erie Connector routes. The entire mileage from coast to coast is almost the same as the Northern Tier routing - the only way to shorten the distance by 215 miles is to use the Manitowoc Alternate crossing Lake Michigan. For more information on this route or to print out the most up to date addenda for these maps please click on link: Northern Tier, North Lakes, Lake Erie Connector GPX Data Set Includes: Northern Tier Section 1 Digital Route Data (BE-1121) Northern Tier Section 2 Digital Route Data (BE-1122) Northern Tier Section 3 Digital Route Data (BE-1123) Northern Tier Section 4 Digital Route Data (BE-1124 Northern Tier Section 5 Digital Route Data (BE-1301) Northern Tier Section 6 Digital Route Data (BE-1302) Northern Tier Section 10 Digital Route Data (BE-1103) Northern Tier Section 11 Digital Route Data (BE-1104) Lake Erie Connector Digital Route Data (BE-1914) North Lakes Section 1 Digital Route Data (BE-1911) North Lakes Section 2 Digital Route Data (BE-1912) North Lakes Section 3 Digital Route Data (BE-1913) --- - Published: 2025-01-17 - Modified: 2026-05-18 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/northern-tier-map-digital-route-set/ - SKU: BE-10 - Price: 173.00 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Northern Tier From Puget Sound in Washinton to fishing villages in Maine, the Northern Tier crosses four mountain ranges- the Cascades, Rockies, Adirondacks and Appalachians. Along the way the route passes through Glacier National Park, the headwaters of the Mississippi, and Amish country. Discover the beauty of America by crossing the country on the Northern Tier. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-17 - Modified: 2026-05-12 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/northern-tier-section-1-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1121 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Northern Tier Because of heavy snow, the North Cascades National Park is only open to through traffic on SR 20 between late April and late November. The Anacortes area is hilly, the roads are curvy, and there is a moderate amount of residential traffic. The 4-lane highway that heads east to the mainland is very busy. After crossing the Skagit River flats, the route starts a long, gradual climb to the Pacific crest of the Cascades. In most places either the roads are wide or the traffic is light. After Washington Pass, the route climbs and descends a pass almost daily until reaching eastern Washington. Once in Idaho the terrain flattens as you wind your way along the Pend Orielle River into Sandpoint. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-17 - Modified: 2026-05-19 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/northern-tier-section-2-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1122 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Northern Tier SR 200 east of Sandpoint carries both recreational and commercial traffic so ride it cautiously. In Montana, the route uses either state or U. S. highways to Eureka. Most of the logging is done in this corner of the state; the scenery is beautiful but expect to encounter logging trucks. Traffic along Lake Koocanusca in minimal. U. S. 93, which the route uses from Eureka to Whitefish, can have moderate to heavy traffic since it's a main thoroughfare into Canada. The route northeast of Columbia Falls includes a few miles of gravel, but avoids some of the hectic tourist traffic on U. S. 2 near Glacier National Park. Glacier Park traffic is heavy during the summer. Ride early in the day and avoid weekend travel. Going-to-the-Sun Road between West Glacier and St. Mary is closed to all traffic from about Sept. 30 to June 15. On the east side of the Continental Divide the route heads into Canada and a spur goes to Waterton Lakes National Park. Once out on the plains the route returns to the U. S. and ends in Cut Bank. For those with time constraints, a shorter alternate is shown between West Glacier and Cut Bank using U. S. 2 over Marias Pass. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-17 - Modified: 2026-05-12 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/northern-tier-section-3-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1123 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Northern Tier Beginning in Cut Bank, the route heads southeast along the Rocky Mountain Front, where the eastern slopes of the Rocky Mountains meet the plains, to Great Falls. Then you'll head east through rolling prairies. You'll cross the Yellowstone River at Glendive, MT, where you'll follow the I-94 corridor to Dickinson, ND. This route is contiguous with the Lewis & Clark Trail from Lewistown, MT to Dickinson, ND. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-17 - Modified: 2026-05-12 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/northern-tier-section-4-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1124 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Northern Tier From Dickinson to Fargo, the route follows a portion of I-94, county roads and state highways. The highways east of Bismarck carry very little traffic. Long, straight stretches are the norm. In broad terms, the terrain is a vast, open plain that slopes downward from the Rocky Mountains to the Mississippi River. Local relief is very gentle, with the exception of a few hills across river breaks. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-17 - Modified: 2026-05-12 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/northern-tier-section-5-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1301 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Northern Tier Almost without exception, this route follows quiet, rural roads. One exception is when it passes through Itasca State Park, the headwaters of the Mississippi River. During the summer it gets heavy use from recreational vehicles. The 193-mile Trails Alternate to Bowlus (where it connects to the main route on section #6), is 98. 5 miles shorter, but has many of the same characteristics as the main route. It includes 107 miles of converted rail-trails. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-17 - Modified: 2026-05-12 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/northern-tier-section-6-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1302 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Northern Tier On this section of the route, you will be riding on paved state trails and two-lane roads with varying shoulder widths. The country is open with rolling wetlands of dense trees and shrubs along the lake shores. At Dalbo, the route turns east and traverses slightly rolling countryside through farmland to Osceola, Wisconsin. There is a steep climb into Osceola from the St. Croix River valley. In Wisconsin, riding near the river means hillier country along the bluffs. There is a steep descent to the St. Croix River, and a steep ascent after the bridge into Stillwater, Minnesota. This map section includes a spur into the cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-17 - Modified: 2026-05-18 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/northern-tier-section-8-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1101 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Northern Tier Grades in the Lowlands, where this section is located, are minimal, if not nonexistent. The elevation rises less than 500 feet between Iowa and Ohio. One of the few places where hills are noticable is in east-central Indiana, around the Salamonie River and Mt. Hope Recreation Areas. By and large, you'll have great visibility ahead and behind. The tall corn, however, can screen everything to the sides. Listen for vehicles approaching from the fields; some farmers don't stop when they drive onto the roads. The corn can also hide street signs when it gets high. The most notable feature of the route is the constantly changing quality of the roads. The county roads, however, have one saving grace- they are virtually unused. Even local traffic stays on the better-maintained state highways. Traffic does increase during harvest, when all those soybeans have to get to market. Roads around the Tippecanoe River and Salamonie River Recreation Areas in Indiana get busier when the weather gets warmer, especially on weekends. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-17 - Modified: 2026-05-28 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/northern-tier-section-9-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1102 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Northern Tier You will encounter a big change in this section because the route traverses the city of Cleveland and its suburbs, so cyclists should have some familiarity with urban riding. Once you reach Lake Erie the route passes through many interesting cultural, historic, and scenic features, and you are encouraged to research the route beforehand to maximize your enjoyment. The route in Ohio generally uses either secondary highways or county roads with the exception of Cleveland and its suburbs where you'll use city streets or bikepaths. East of Cleveland, you'll ride along Lake Erie for quite a distance until reaching Orchard Park, New York. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-17 - Modified: 2026-05-28 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/northern-tier-section-10-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1103 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Northern Tier From Orchard Park northward into Buffalo you will experience urban riding conditions so ride defensivly. A nicely paved but poorly signed bike path extends from the Buffalo Naval Park to the Peace Bridge, which takes you into Canada. The Peace Bridge is an easy crossing, and the route continues on a bike path along the Niagara River. You'll pass Niagara Falls, then cross back into the U. S. At Lockport, the route follows 90 miles of the Erie Canalway Trail before heading toward Lake Ontario. The route then heads east into the Adirondack Mountains. The terrain is hilly and passes many lakes and tourist spots. The endpoint is Ticonderoga which is located right on the Hudson River. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-17 - Modified: 2026-05-17 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/northern-tier-section-11-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1104 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Northern Tier This section passes through three states, each with somewhat different riding conditions, but the roads generally are fair. Vermont and New Hampshire are "mountainous" by eastern standards. General elevation ranges from about 500 to 2,000 feet. Vermont highways are, with a few exceptions, well-signed. East of Middlebury, Vermont, you have to pedal over a steep "gap" or mountain pass. After you reach the White Mountains and enter Maine, the elevation is generally less than 500 feet but the terrain is still quite hilly. Near the coast the route follows narrow back roads. However, in places you ride U. S. 1 which carries very heavy recreational traffic. Mount Desert Island roads also have a high amount of tourist traffic as you near Bar Harbor during the summer and fall color season. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-17 - Modified: 2026-04-24 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/northern-tier-section-7-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1303 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Northern Tier In general, you'll encounter either hills or long rolling grades along this section, with the exception of flat terrain north of Muscatine, Iowa. The route avoids most of the heavily trafficked areas along the Mississippi, although there are a few stretches that demand caution. Traffic increases wherever the route crosses the river. From Stillwater south to Afton you'll be riding through a growing residential area on narrow county roads. Traffic can be heavy on U. S. 61 between Wabasha and the junction with CR 7. In Winona you can ride an alternate called the Great Rivers State Trail which stays on the east bank of the Mississippi. Old railroad beds travel through Perrot State Park and the Trempealeau and Upper Mississipi River Wildlife and Fish Refuges. South from Dyersville, Iowa, you stay on highway and county roads, Traffic increases around Muscatine, an old industrial town. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-17 - Modified: 2026-05-29 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/pacific-coast-digital-route-set/ - SKU: BE-16 - Price: 79.00 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Pacific Coast The scenic Pacific Coast Route travels from Vancouver, B. C. , to Imperial Beach, California. Breathtaking cliffs, redwood forests, lighthouses, beaches, and a rugged coastline make this a very popular route. Discover the beauty to be found between Canada and Mexico. More information about this route is available here. *Note: These tracks include distances on ferries. Total mileage will differ from paper map mileage. --- - Published: 2025-01-17 - Modified: 2026-05-27 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/pacific-coast-route-section-1-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1611 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Pacific Coast Vancouver is a relatively easy city in which to bicycle. Then after crossing the border into Washington, you'll be riding on narrow two-lane roads on level terrain. There are no shoulders, and traffic is light. Bellingham is a larger town with moderate traffic and some congested intersections. SR-20 south of Anacortes and Whidbey Island has some rolling to hilly terrain. There are several narrow two-lane sections and congested areas near the island's towns; traffic is generally light away from SR 20. South of Port Townsend the route is rolling to hilly on mostly low-traffic rural roads through farms and forests. From Castle Rock in southern Washington you'll face some steep climbs across low hills to Ocean Beach Rd. along the Columbia River. In Oregon, you'll ride west on US 30, which carries moderate traffic and has wide shoulders most of the way into Astoria, the beginning and end points for the TransAmerica Bicycle Trail and the Lewis & Clark Bicycle Trail. More information about this route is available here. *Note: These tracks include distances on ferries. Total mileage will differ from paper map mileage. --- - Published: 2025-01-17 - Modified: 2026-05-28 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/pacific-coast-route-section-2-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1612 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Pacific Coast Along the Oregon Coast, the route often uses US 101, a two-lane highway popular with tourists. During the summer months and on holidays and weekends this highway carries moderate to heavy traffic. This is also timber country, so watch for logging trucks. Many improvements for bicycle traffic have been made along US 101. In places the shoulders have been widened and striped. Tunnels are well-lit, and the tunnel at Arch Cape has a flashing light that you can activate to warn motorists that you are in the tunnel. Also watch for special hiker/biker sites in the state park campgrounds. Where the route leaves US 101, the roads are generally rougher and without shoulders, but traffic tends to be light. There are some steep ascents over coastal headlands, notable between Cannon Beach and Manzanita. Traffic is heavier near and in Lincoln City, and thins again on the gentle grades around Newport and Waldport. Many of the coastal towns cater to tourists, and you'll find the views along the coast breathtaking. West of Sixes is Cape Blanco State Park, which calls itself the "most westerly Park in the continental U. S. " Once you enter California, the route leaves US 101 and takes rural side roads along the level coastal plain into Crescent City. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-17 - Modified: 2026-05-28 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/pacific-coast-route-section-3-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1621 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Pacific Coast Because the heavy motorized traffic tends to be even heavier in the summer, we recommend that you ride this route in the spring or autumn. If riding in summer is your only option, be advised that motorized traffic often increases after 10:00 a. m. You'll encounter climbs several miles in length as the route crosses two major headlands between Crescent City and McKinleyville. This is redwood country, so take some extra time to enjoy the scenery in the state and national parks along the route. At Leggett you'll leave US 101 and return to the coast via SR 1, but not before climbing abruptly to 2,000 feet above sea level. From either direction this roads is a steep, twisting climb and descent on a narrow roadway that is hemmed in by heavy forest cover. From Westport to Bodega Bay SR 1 hugs the coastline, passing through small towns that cater to tourists. In Marin County, the traffic increases on the route from Valley Ford to Marshall, especially on weekends after 11 a. m. Between Fairfax and the Golden Gate Bridge you'll be riding in an urban environment. The route follows a signed bike route along residential streets and bike paths wherever possible. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-17 - Modified: 2026-05-29 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/pacific-coast-route-section-4-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1622 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Pacific Coast Because the heavy motorized traffic tends to be even heavier in the summer, we recommend that you ride this route in the spring or autumn. May and September/October are the best months for riding. From the Golden Gate Bridge, the route heads directly to the coast via city streets. After rejoining SR 1, you'll encounter heavy traffic but here SR 1 has shoulders in most places. From Carmel Heights to San Simeon there are few services. This is a beautiful but demanding road with minimal shoulders traversing open grasslands and timbered slopes above the ocean. State and national campgrounds provide sites overlooking the beach. They are quiet in the off season but extremely busy in the summer. You'll encounter five major climbs along the border of the Los Padres National Forest; one of these takes you to almost 1,000 feet above the Pacific Ocean. The route flattens south of Harmony. From Morro Bay to Pismo Beach you'll leave SR 1 for local, county, and state roads with intermittent shoulders. At Oceano you'll head inland, then join US 101 and ride back to the coast. West of Goleta you'll leave US 101 and travel along business arterials to enter Santa Barbara. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-17 - Modified: 2026-05-29 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/pacific-coast-route-section-5-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1623 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Pacific Coast Because the heavy traffic tends to be even heavier in summer, we recommend that you ride this route in the spring or autumn. May and September-October are the best months for riding. Note that during summer, strong winds prevail from north to south. In Santa Barbara and the towns surrounding it, prepare for urban riding conditions. US 101 between Santa Barbara and Ventura is closed to bicyclists, so you'll ride on city streets and county roads. The route stays close to sea level here. Traffic levels build near Ventura and Oxnard, then taper off until Los Angeles County. You'll ride on a bike path through Emma Wood State Beach north of Ventura, and join SR 1 southeast of Port Hueneme. South of the Ventura/Los Angeles County line you'll ride through Malibu on a four-and six lane freeway with wide shoulders. Traffic is heavier on weekends and during the summer. Through Los Angeles you'll be using beachside bicycle and pedestrian paths. You'll follow city streets through Palos Verdes Estates and Long Beach, then rejoin the busy Pacific Coast Highway, which has shoulders. You'll encounter busy local traffic on CR S21 in San Diego County; the road shoulders are continuous. South of La Jolla, you'll pedal along residential streets and bicycle/pedestrian paths through San Diego. A ferry takes you to Coronado and a path along Silver Strand Beach. The route ends at the Border Field State Park south of Imperial Beach, where the U. S. A and Mexico share the border at... --- - Published: 2025-01-17 - Modified: 2026-05-26 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/texas-hill-country-loop-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-2401 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Texas Hill Country Loop Bluebonnets and other wildflowers in the spring, historic sites, local music, friendly towns, rivers and state parks all can be experienced when you ride this route. Summer cyclists can go "toobing" on several rivers in the area. The loop begins and ends in Austin, and includes cutoff routing in case your tour is only for a long weekend. Using the cutoff shortens the route to 213 miles. If you stay in Fredericksburg for several days, the 30. 5-mile Luckenbach Loop Alternate can be done as a day ride. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2025-01-17 - Modified: 2026-05-24 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/idaho-hot-springs-mt-bike-main-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-2301 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Idaho Hot Springs Mountain Bike Route Soak in your choice of 50+ hot springs along this scenic loop amongst rivers and mountains located northeast of Boise. The Idaho Hot Springs Mountain Bike Route guides riders over and through the breathtaking landscape of central Idaho. From blue ribbon trout streams to sub-alpine terrain and cozy mountain towns, riders will pass through some of the most spectacular country the West has to offer, with the opportunity to indulge in the highest concentration of soakable hot springs in North America. The Main Route Map contains routing for the main dirt road loop, the paved Lowman Cutoff, which divides the main dirt road loop in half, and the Boise Spur, which guides riders to and from the Boise Airport. The narratives for all routing on the Main Route Map are bi-directional. The Singletrack Options Map contains routing for four unique singletrack options. The Singletrack Options Map is a supplement to the Main Route Map, and you will need to purchase both if choosing to incorporate any of the singletrack offerings into your adventure. The four singletrack options are not bi-directional. If you choose to ride them with the main route, you should go in a counter-clockwise direction. More information about this route is available here. (Aug 2015) ATTENTION! On August 7, 2015, President Obama signed into law the creation of three new Wilderness areas in Idaho. One of these new wilderness areas, White Clouds, encompasses trails we mapped as part of the White Cloud Option. The closures are from turn... --- - Published: 2025-01-17 - Modified: 2025-09-10 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/idaho-hot-springs-mt-bike-singletrack-options-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-2302 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Idaho Hot Springs Mountain Bike Route Soak in your choice of 50+ hot springs along this scenic loop amongst rivers and mountains located northeast of Boise. Single track options are shown on this map. The Idaho Hot Springs Mountain Bike Route guides riders over and through the breathtaking landscape of central Idaho. From blue ribbon trout streams to sub-alpine terrain and cozy mountain towns, riders will pass through some of the most spectacular country the West has to offer, with the opportunity to indulge in the highest concentration of soakable hot springs in North America. The Singletrack Options Map contains routing for four unique singletrack options. The Singletrack Options Map is a supplement to the Main Route Map, and you will need to purchase both if choosing to incorporate any of the singletrack offerings into your adventure. The four singletrack options are not bi-directional. If you choose to ride them with the main route, you should go in a counter-clockwise direction. The Main Route Map contains routing for the main dirt road loop, the paved Lowman Cutoff, which divides the main dirt road loop in half, and the Boise Spur, which guides riders to and from the Boise Airport. The narratives for all routing on the Main Route Map are bi-directional. More information about this route is available here. (Aug 2015) ATTENTION! On August 7, 2015, President Obama signed into law the creation of three new Wilderness areas in Idaho. One of these new wilderness areas, White Clouds, encompasses trails we mapped as part of the... --- - Published: 2024-11-21 - Modified: 2026-05-26 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/adventure-cycling-cycling-cap/ - SKU: LW-830 - Price: 32.00 USD - Product type: simple - Product visibility: outofstock - Product categories: Merchandise, Apparel, Head/Hands/Feet - Product Size: One Size Show your support of Adventure Cycling Association with this custom rally style cycling cap. This Cycling Cap is lighter and thinner than the traditional cotton caps of the past. With a stretch fit and wicking headband, it’s a modern take on traditional cycling caps. --- - Published: 2024-10-22 - Modified: 2024-12-04 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/spurcycle-c70-mirror/ - SKU: BT-168 - Price: 34.00 USD - Product type: simple - Product visibility: outofstock - Product categories: Cycling Equipment, Mirrors - Brands: Spurcycle Spurcycle believes in mirrors like we believe in bells. Ride with one for a week and you'll never again want to do without. The Spurcycle C70 Mirror will give you peace of mind when riding. Why a Mirror? Mirrors enable a safer experience by providing a more comprehensive view of other road users. This extra awareness is hugely reassuring and makes anyone a better rider. When riding with kids in tow, keeping an eye on them and the road behind you is especially important. Why a Spurcycle Mirror? From the perspective of dedicated cyclists, we've given the humble bar-end mirror comprehensive R&D attention. The slim, streamlined designs from Spurcycle connect all the dots: form, function, and durability—even affordability. Like with our bells, the goal has been to make something "simply better". Specifications Materials: composite nylon with glass mirror Mirror size: ⌀ 70mm Weight: 97g C70 Origin: Made in China, Guaranteed for Life Fit: handlebar I. D. 14-21mm Installation: instructions Designed with "city" bikes in mind. Not for drop bars. Requires access to the bar end, which might require grip modification. Not compatible with full sweep bars. Email photos of your setup if you have any questions. For Drop Bars go here. --- - Published: 2024-10-22 - Modified: 2024-12-02 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/spurcycle-r50-mirror/ - SKU: BT-169 - Price: 30.00 USD - Product type: simple - Product visibility: outofstock - Product categories: Cycling Equipment, Mirrors - Brands: Spurcycle Spurcycle believes in mirrors like we believe in bells. Ride with one for a week and you'll never again want to do without. The Spurcycle R50 Mirror will give you peace of mind when riding. Why a Mirror? Mirrors enable a safer experience by providing a more comprehensive view of other road users. This extra awareness is hugely reassuring and makes anyone a better rider. When riding with kids in tow, keeping an eye on them and the road behind you is especially important. Why a Spurcycle Mirror? From the perspective of dedicated cyclists, we've given the humble bar-end mirror comprehensive R&D attention. The slim, streamlined designs from Spurcycle connect all the dots: form, function, and durability—even affordability. Like with our bells, the goal has been to make something "simply better". Specifications Materials: composite nylon with glass mirror Mirror size: ⌀ 50mm Weight: 45g R50 Origin: Made in China, Guaranteed for Life Fit: handlebar I. D. 14-21mm Installation: instructions Designed to complement a modern drop bar bicycle. Not compatible with extreme bar geometries or positions. Some Enve bars and others without standard bar plugs also may not work. Email photos of your setup if you have any questions. For Flat Bar go here. --- - Published: 2024-10-21 - Modified: 2025-04-13 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/crosspoint-waterproof-beanie/ - SKU: BT-1825 - Price: 39.00 USD - Product type: variable - Product visibility: outofstock - Product categories: Apparel, Head/Hands/Feet, Merchandise - Product tags: Beanie, Hat, Waterproof - Brands: Showers Pass Snow, wind or rain is no match for The Crosspoint Waterproof Beanie, it's ready for any cold wet weather adventure. This cap uses a unique 3-layer construction and a seamless waterproof-breathable membrane to keep your head warm and dry without sacrificing comfort. Features Waterproof-breathable construction Acrylic knit keeps head warm Swing label is visible at night with reflective This beanie fits heads with circumferences between 52 cm - 64cm Pair with Crosspoint Waterproof Knit Gloves or Crosspoint Waterproof Socks for head to toe wet weather protection --- - Published: 2024-10-18 - Modified: 2026-03-18 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/beacon-lights-led-4-pack/ - SKU: BT-1893 - Price: 25.00 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Cycling Equipment, Essentials, Lights & Reflective - Brands: Showers Pass Beacon Lights are wearable red LEDs. These light weight red LEDs can be set to glow or flash modes with easy on/off. These lights are only compatible with Showers Pass items that have grommets integrated. To install, press the light into docking grommet. The Lights come with a CR2031 battery and are visible from 500 meters on flashing or continuous modes. Run-time is 120 hours on constant mode, 240 hours on flashing mode. Beacon Lights are programed to automatically turn off (after 30 min on continuous mode, or after 1 hour on flashing mode) to conserve battery life. Features Red LED for maximum visibility Can be set to glow or flash modes Only compatible with Showers Pass items that have grommets integrated Lights come with a CR2032 battery Visible from 500 meters Run-time is 120 hours on constant mode, 240 hours on flashing mode. Lights are programed to automatically turn off (after 30 min on continuous mode, or after 1 hour on flashing mode Compatible with Showers Pass Transit Jacket. --- - Published: 2024-09-16 - Modified: 2026-05-12 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/southern-tier-section-1-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1701 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Southern Tier From San Diego you'll ride on bike paths and residential streets on a steady climb into the mountains. Dry easterly winds predominate in the fall, blowing in from the central desert. At In-Ko-Pah Pass the route joins I-8 for a short distance. El Centro and Brawley are situated in the Imperial Valley, an area famous for its agricultural bounties. Stock up on food and water here; services are extremely limited on the next stretch of the route. SR 78 heading to Blythe carries a moderate amount of traffic. To the north you will see the Chocolate Mountains, named for their distinctive deep brown color. The terrain from Ehrenberg, Arizona, to the section's end at Tempe remains flat, with the exception of a few gentle grades. After leaving I-10, the route follows US 60, which has good shoulders. At Wickenburg the route turns south and approaches the metropolitan area surrounding Phoenix. Click on enlargement for detail. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2024-09-16 - Modified: 2026-04-07 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/southern-tier-section-2-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1702 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Southern Tier Expect urban cycling conditions with traffic from Tempe to the turn northward toward Usery Pass. After turning onto SR 87, there is a five-mile section of narrow road with no shoulder. Full service towns include Tonto Basin, Roosevelt, Globe, and Safford. Services on U. S. 70 are minimal in eastern Arizona. In Duncan, replenish your stock of food and water. Services are limited for the next 77 miles to Silver City. A two-mile detour to Lordsburg is an option for full services. Once you reach Silver City, New Mexico, you have a choice. The main route goes through rolling terrain; enroute you’ll pass the Santa Rita Open Pit Copper Mine. In comparison, the Gila Cliff Dwellings Alternate is 69 miles longer. The alternate goes through historic Pinos Altos and climbs and descends through thick pine forests before reaching the Gila River drainage. This very scenic road is narrow and winding and caution is urged, especially on the descents. After leaving the Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument, you ride through forests and meadows, and begin another gradual ascent to the Continental Divide. SR 152 is winding and steep with intermittent shoulders over Emory Pass, the highest point on the Southern Tier. In the next 35 miles you’ll drop 3,800 feet to the Caballo Reservoir. From here to El Paso the route parallels the Rio Grande and I-25. SR 28 winds through small towns, farm fields, and pecan groves into El Paso. Click on enlargement for detail. More information about this route... --- - Published: 2024-09-16 - Modified: 2026-04-13 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/southern-tier-section-3-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1703 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Southern Tier El Paso and its environs are hot and desert-like. Road surfaces are often rough and traffic is heavy; avoid riding during rush hours. The land is flat and dry as you parallel the course of the Rio Grande, which snakes one to six miles away from the route to the south. I-10 parallels the route to the north and carries much of the high speed traffic, leaving primarily local traffic on SR 20, a two-lane road with good riding surfaces. You'll use frontage roads and do some riding on I-10 through flat, desert country to Kent. South of Kent, the country is desolate with a rollercoaster climb into the Davis Mountains. A steep climb up to the McDonald Observatory will reward you with a spectacular view of the surrounding area. Services are extremely limited between Marathon and Comstock. At Langry the visitor center is a welcome diversion and a source for drinking water. The route is gently rolling from Comstock to Del Rio. Click on enlargement for detail. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2024-09-16 - Modified: 2026-04-15 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/southern-tier-section-4-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1704 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Southern Tier Leaving Del Rio, the route typically follows two-lane highways with good surfaces and wide shoulders. Farm Rd. 344 east of Brackettville becomes narrower as it climbs away from the Rio Grande River valley. You'll be traversing the famous Texas Hill Country so expect some hard riding among forested hillsides. The route passes the Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park. Heading into Austin, the traffic increases but you'll be able to use bike paths through the city. East of Bastrop you'll ride through Bastrop and Buescher State Parks and continue along the rolling countryside dotted with small towns and ranches. Traffic will increase approaching Navasota. Click on enlargement for detail. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2024-09-16 - Modified: 2026-04-15 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/southern-tier-section-5-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1705 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Southern Tier From Navasota eastward the route continues through farming and ranching country on the state highways and rural roads. Near the Texas/Louisiana border you'll pass through verdant "Big Thicket" country. The culture changes as the route heads into Louisiana. Mamou is known for its Cajun music and make sure you sample some of that famous Cajun food. The route continues to follow mostly low traffic rural roads on flat terrain and bike paths along the Mississippi River into New Orleans. Click on enlargement for detail. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2024-09-16 - Modified: 2026-04-13 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/southern-tier-section-6-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1706 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Southern Tier The route meanders through eastern Louisiana on county and state highways which are, for the most part, two-lane roads. After Tangipahoa, the countryside becomes hilly. Traffic picks up as the route enters Bogalusa. The Mississippi portion of this route is very rural and hilly. In Alabama, traffic gets busier as you near Mobile Bay. Traffic increases tremendously as the route enters and goes through Pensacola. The route uses occasional rural roads and a state highway which parallels I-10 into Defuniak Springs. If the Mobile Bay Ferry is temporarily shut down, a route around the Bay through Mobile is an option. Click on enlargement for detail. More information about this route is available here. *Note: These tracks include distances on ferries. Total mileage will differ from paper map mileage. --- - Published: 2024-09-16 - Modified: 2026-05-16 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/southern-tier-section-7-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1707 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Southern Tier Heading eastward across the Florida panhandle, you'll follow either US 90 or county two-lane roads. Stretches of the route between DeFuniak Springs and Tallahassee are like parks with groomed grass shoulders lined with pine forests. Tallahassee is an easy city to bicycle through, but it is urban cycling. The St. Marks Historic Railroad State Trail goes from Tallahassee to the port of St. Marks, and we use a 4. 6 mile portion of it. The route comes to within 8 miles of Gainesville. In Palatka, traffic is heavy on US 17 crossing the St. Johns River. Six miles west of St. Augustine traffic picks up steadily until the route ends at the intersection with US 1. St. Augustine is also a point along the Altantic Coast Route. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2024-09-16 - Modified: 2026-05-28 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/transam-digital-route-set/ - SKU: BE-15 - Price: 189.00 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, TransAmerica Trail The route that made cross-country cycling famous (Outside magazine calls the TransAm the "ultimate bicycle tour"). Ride through the history of the nation - colonial Virginia, plantations, Civil War battlefields, Lincoln's birthplace, and along the Oregon Trail. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2024-09-16 - Modified: 2026-05-27 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/transamerica-section-1-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1511 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, TransAmerica Trail Section 1 of the TransAm takes you down the Pacific coast from Astoria, founded by two expeditions outfitted and funded by John Jacob Astor and named in his honor, through the Tillamook Valley, known worldwide for its cheese. The route then heads inland near the city of Eugene, home of the University of Oregon. A spur is shown between Florence and Eugene, for those wanting quicker access to the Pacific Ocean. Astoria and Florence are both along the Pacific Coast Route. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2024-09-16 - Modified: 2026-05-27 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/transamerica-section-2-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1512 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, TransAmerica Trail Section 2 of the TransAm takes you over 5,324-foot elevation McKenzie Pass in the Cascades and through the gold country of central Oregon. If McKenzie Pass is closed due to lingering snow, an alternate is shown over the lower Santiam Pass. The John Day Fossil Beds National Monument is located near the route. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2024-09-16 - Modified: 2026-05-27 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/transamerica-section-3-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1513 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, TransAmerica Trail Just east of Baker City, Oregon, Section 3 of the TransAm crosses the famous Oregon Trail, the route of the westward pioneers in the 1800s. Eastern Oregon is dry and can generate high summer temperatures so carrying extra water is important. The route crosses the Snake River into Idaho and follows several major rivers, including the Salmon and the Clearwater. You'll climb and descend from one drainage to the next. The White Bird Battlefield of the Nez Perce National Historic Park is along the route. There is a beautiful ride along the scenic Lochsa River before climbing Lolo Pass into Montana. The route crosses paths with the Lewis & Clark Bicycle Trail here. It ends in Missoula, Montana, home of Adventure Cycling Association - stop in and visit us! More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2024-09-16 - Modified: 2026-05-26 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/transamerica-section-4-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1521 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, TransAmerica Trail From Missoula the TransAm Trail turns southward, following the footsteps of Lewis and Clark through the Bitterroot Valley. It then crosses a succession of passes, one over the Continental Divide, to Dillon, the heart of Montana's sheep country. The Big Hole Battlefield National Monument is along the way. The route continues through the Alder Gulch into Virginia City, site of the state's first great gold strike. Section 4 ends at West Yellowstone, gateway to Yellowstone National Park. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2024-09-16 - Modified: 2026-05-26 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/transamerica-section-5-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1522 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, TransAmerica Trail Section 5 of the TransAm route takes you through Yellowstone National Park, the jewel of America's National Park System, and Grand Teton National Park. Look for elk, bison, bears, and wolves as you cycle along the river between West Yellowstone and Madison, and take time to explore the many and varied geyser basins on your way to Old Faithful. On your way out of the park you will cross the Continental Divide twice, and once outside the park, a third time at the spectacular 9,658-foot elevation Togwotee Pass. Due to narrow roads and heavy traffic with lots of RV's during the summer, some cyclists are choosing to visit Yellowstone National Park by renting a vehicle and driving to see the sights. The 139-mile Teton Valley Alternate shows routing to avoid riding through the Park. A spur is also shown to Jackson, Wyoming. From Togwotee Pass, the eastern slope of the Rockies falls away before you as you cycle along the Wind River through Dubois and on to Lander. After Lander the route crosses the dry and windy Great Divide Basin and ends in Rawlins. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2024-09-16 - Modified: 2026-05-26 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/transamerica-section-6-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1523 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, TransAmerica Trail Section 6 of the TransAmerica Trail follows a 15-mile section of I-80 between Sinclair and Walcott, and then turns south. The interstate has heavy traffic, but cyclists can ride the wide shoulder. The rolling basin called North Park contains the headwaters of the North Platte River and from this point southward to Canon City, riders traverse high-altitude country. Due to this altitude, some cyclists may experience headaches, insomnia, or shortness of breath, but most have approached this area gradually, riding from lower elevations, thus acclimatizing their bodies. As the trail approaches the Summit County area, traffic increases. Recreational facilities here attract many weekenders and vacationers from the more densely populated eastern slope of the Rockies. Around Frisco and Breckenridge, the route intersects with the Great Parks South Route and the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route. After Breckenridge, the South Park section begins with a moderately difficult climb over Hoosier Pass. Riders gain 1,500' within 10 miles in order to reach the top of the pass (elevation 11,542'), the highest point on the TransAmerica Trail. At Canon City the countryside gradually shows less and less relief, as the Trail emerges from the Rockies and winds through the Colorado Piedmont. This section ends in Pueblo, also the endpoint for the Western Express Route. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2024-09-16 - Modified: 2026-05-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/transamerica-section-7-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1531 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, TransAmerica Trail Section 7 of the TransAm takes you out of the foothills of the Rocky Mountains and onto the High Plains of eastern Colorado and western Kansas. The High Plains, where once millions of bison grazed, is now the agricultural heartland of America. Services are farther apart so you need to plan your days accordingly. The flat terrain of Kansas is made up for by its friendly residents and town swimming pools where it's great to take a break during the heat of the day. The section ends in Alexander. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2024-09-16 - Modified: 2026-05-19 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/transamerica-section-8-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1532 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, TransAmerica Trail No uphills, no downhills, few turns. It must be Kansas. The Santa Fe Trail intersects the TransAmerica Trail at Larned and the Fort Larned National Historic Site is along the route. The section ends in Girard. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2024-09-16 - Modified: 2026-05-16 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/transamerica-section-9-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1533 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, TransAmerica Trail Section 9 of the TransAm Trail leaves flat Kansas and takes you into western Missouri's gently rolling terrain. The route gets hillier as you approach the Ozarks Mountain Range. The Ozarks themselves contain many steep grades. Cyclists have likened this part of the trail to one long, self-propelled roller-coaster ride. Humidity increases and the numerous streams and rivers you pass are inviting places for breaks. The route crosses the Mississippi River into Illinois. At Chester you can choose to ride the Mississippi River Levee Alternate or stay on the main route into Murphysboro, where the section ends. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2024-09-16 - Modified: 2026-05-06 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/transamerica-section-10-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1541 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, TransAmerica Trail In southern Illinois, section 10 of the TransAm Trail skirts glaciated terrain, then winds through the ridges and valleys of the Little Ozarks. This small mountain range appears as sandstone and limestone bluffs and escarpments. It is unique in the United States because it runs on an east-west axis. Traffic increases in and near towns. The route crosses the Ohio River on a ferry and also joins the Great River South Route for a short distance. Western and Central Kentucky is horse country and you'll pass many farms with grazing thoroughbreds. The map includes an 87-mile loop southward to Mammoth Cave National Park and ends in Berea. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2024-09-16 - Modified: 2026-05-19 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/transamerica-section-11-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1542 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, TransAmerica Trail The Appalachians may not be as tall as the Rockies, but they are harder to cross than the big mountains of the West. Cyclists find the gentle inclines of the Rockies are not nearly as tiring as the steep, roller-coaster grades of the Appalachians. Traffic in the backcountry of Appalachia is generally light. Exceptions include popular tourist spots such as Breaks Interstate Park, the Buckhorn Lake area, and the Jefferson National Forest. The route crosses the Appalachian Hiking Trail several times near Damascus, Virginia. Section 11 ends in Christiansburg. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2024-09-16 - Modified: 2026-05-25 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/transamerica-section-12-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-1543 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, TransAmerica Trail Section 12 of the TransAm Trail begins in Christiansburg. Most of the roads through the Appalachians of central Virginia are narrow. After the town of Vesuvius, there is a four-mile climb onto the Blue Ridge Parkway. The hills continue along the Parkway. No commercial traffic is allowed and the speed limit of 45 mph is strictly enforced. There are, however, no shoulders and there are a great number of recreational vehicles. After leaving the parkway, the gently rolling hills of the Tidewater are well-suited for cycling. You'll ride along the Colonial National Historical Park between Williamsburg and Yorktown, the TransAm Trail's ending point. More information about this route is available here. --- - Published: 2024-09-10 - Modified: 2026-05-01 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/arkansas-high-country-digital-route-set/ - SKU: BE-31 - Price: 32.00 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Arkansas High Country Route The route is comprised of three large adjacent loops: the South Loop, the Central Loop, and the Northwest Loop. The South Loop, on map section 1, begins and ends in Little Rock. The Northwest and Central Loops, on map section 2, begin and end in Bentonville and Russellville, respectively. A cyclist can choose to ride one or more of the loops, or ride the perimeter of all the loops – it’s up to you. An additional choice on the South Loop features two singletrack options, using the entire Lake Ouachita Vista Trail (LOViT), and the southern portion of the Womble Trail. Both are International Mountain Bike Association (IMBA) EPIC trails. Since the routing on the three loops is roughly 50% gravel and 50% pavement, choose your bike carefully. Riders who are in a hurry will choose a race geometry gravel bike. Those who choose comfort over speed will elect for full suspension or fat tires to pad the ride. Much of the gravel roads are easily ridden, but there are sections with washboards and cathead boulders. A minimum of 37mm tires with some tread is highly recommended. --- - Published: 2024-09-10 - Modified: 2026-03-24 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/arkansas-high-country-section-1-south-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-3101 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Arkansas High Country Route The South Loop begins and ends in Little Rock. You can go in either direction – clockwise or counterclockwise. It traverses the Ouachita Mountains and the Arkansas River Valley, and goes through Hot Springs National Park. An additional choice on the South Loop features two singletrack options, using the entire Lake Ouachita Vista Trail (LOViT), and the southern portion of the Womble Trail. Both are International Mountain Bike Association (IMBA) EPIC trails. --- - Published: 2024-09-10 - Modified: 2026-05-12 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/arkansas-high-country-section-2-north-digital-route/ - SKU: BE-3102 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Arkansas High Country Route This map shows the Central Loop and the Northwest Loop. The Central Loop traverses the Boston Mountains of the Ozark Plateau, the Buffalo National River corridor, and the Arkansas River Valley. The route passes by the Upper Buffalo Headwaters Trails and the Syllamo Trails. The Northwest Loop climbs and drops between the Springfield Plateau and the Boston Mountains of the Ozark Plateau. The paved Razorback Regional Greenway makes for easy travel between Fayetteville and Bentonville. The route passes by the Upper Buffalo Headwaters Trails. --- - Published: 2024-09-10 - Modified: 2026-05-17 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/southern-tier-digital-route-set/ - SKU: BE-17 - Price: 110.00 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Digital Routes, Southern Tier Our southern trans-continental route will take you from San Diego, California, to St. Augustine, Florida. Explore the Southwest, the Texas Hill Country, the deep south and the Gulf Coast. More information about this route is available here. *Note: These tracks include distances on ferries. Total mileage will differ from paper map mileage. --- - Published: 2024-08-23 - Modified: 2024-12-07 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/gorewear-c3-gore-tex-infinium-stretch-mid-gloves/ - SKU: BT-10158-1 - Price: 59.99 USD - Product type: variable - Product visibility: outofstock - Product categories: Merchandise, Apparel, Head/Hands/Feet, Outerwear - Product tags: Glove, Water-resistant, Wind Proof - Brands: Gorewear Gorewear C3 Gore Tex Infinium Stretch Mid Gloves have windproof, water-resistant outer fabric combined with a light brushed interior add warmth and will ensures you never have to take the gloves off while outdoors. 3D construction is pre-molded into an ergonomic Active shape Foam and silicone padded palm Four-way stretch for ultimate movement and versatility Gore Tex Infinium product: totally windproof, extremely breathable and water resistant Lightweight fleece insulation One seam construction to maximize comfort and minimize weight Optimized for gloves-on use with touchscreen devices Reflective details Check them on Gorewear's wesite! Looking for some warm weather gloves? Check out our other options here! --- - Published: 2024-05-22 - Modified: 2025-10-05 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/adventure-awaits-t-shirt/ - SKU: LW-1010 - Product type: variable - Product visibility: outofstock, rated-5 - Product categories: Merchandise, Apparel, T-shirts - Product tags: Adventure Cycling Association, Casual, Logo Wear - Product Size: XSmall, Small, Medium, Large, XLarge, XXLarge, XXXLarge - Brands: Adventure Cycling Association What's your next adventure? Whether it's tomorrow or next year, represent Adventure Cycling with the Adventure Awaits T-Shirt. Unisex --- - Published: 2024-05-17 - Modified: 2024-11-30 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/park-tool-glueless-patch-kit/ - SKU: BT-51 - Price: 5.49 USD - Product type: simple - Product visibility: outofstock - Product categories: Cycling Equipment, Essentials, Tools & Accessories, Tubes & Inflation The GP-2 includes everything needed to repair a punctured inner tube without messy glue or adhesive. The self-adhesive patches were engineered in collaboration with 3M®, and stretch, flex, twist, and turn right along with the tube, so you can continue on to your destination with confidence. Includes: 6 patches, sandpaper, in each case --- - Published: 2024-05-17 - Modified: 2025-01-22 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/park-tool-tl-4-2-tire-lever-set/ - SKU: BT-50 - Price: 4.95 USD - Product type: simple - Product visibility: outofstock - Product categories: Cycling Equipment, Essentials, Tools & Accessories TL-4. 2 tire levers feature a wide flat tip for easy engagement and fast removal of any bicycle tire and a handy spoke hook to keep the lever in place when multiple levers are needed. Perfect for tight beads and tubeless tires. The set of two levers snaps together forming a compact lightweight set that can easily be stored in a saddlebag, jersey pocket, or tool roll. Sold as a set of two --- - Published: 2024-01-09 - Modified: 2026-03-31 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/northern-tier-map-set/ - SKU: BC-10 - Price: 173.00 USD - Product type: bundle - Product categories: Northern Tier, Route Map Sets, Route Maps - Brands: Adventure Cycling Association From Puget Sound in Washinton to fishing villages in Maine, the Northern Tier crosses four mountain ranges- the Cascades, Rockies, Adirondacks and Appalachians. Along the way the route passes through Glacier National Park, the headwaters of the Mississippi, and Amish country. Discover the beauty of America by crossing the country on the Northern Tier. This map set includes the following 11 map sections: Northern Tier Section 1 - Anacortes, WA to Sandpoint, ID Northern Tier Section 2 - Sandpoint, ID to Cut Bank, MT Northern Tier Section 3 - Cut Bank, MT to Dickinson, ND Northern Tier Section 4 - Dickinson, ND to Fargo, ND Northern Tier Section 5 - Fargo, ND to Walker, MN Northern Tier Section 6 - Walker, MN to Stillwater, MN Northern Tier Section 7 - Stillwater, MN to Muscatine, IA Northern Tier Section 8 - Muscatine, IA to Monroeville, IN Northern Tier Section 9 - Monroeville, IN to Orchard Park, NY Northern Tier Section 10 - Orchard Park, NY to Ticonderoga, NY Northern Tier Section 11 - Ticonderoga, NY to Bar Harbor, ME For more information on this route or to print out the most up to date addenda for these maps please click here. --- - Published: 2024-01-09 - Modified: 2026-05-24 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/parks-peaks-and-prairies-section-1/ - SKU: BC-105 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Parks, Peaks, and Prairies, Route Maps, Route Maps Individual - Brands: Adventure Cycling Association This route begins in West Yellowstone, the western gateway to Yellowstone National Park. You will pedal close to 80 miles before leaving the park, passing the Norris Geyser Basin and the Upper and Lower Falls of the Yellowstone. Powder River Pass, in Wyoming, is the highest point on the route at 9,675 feet. Gillette, at the end of the section, calls itself the "Energy Capital of the Nation," with Wyoming providing nearly 35% of the United State's coal. --- - Published: 2024-01-09 - Modified: 2026-05-24 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/parks-peaks-and-prairies-section-2/ - SKU: BC-106 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Parks, Peaks, and Prairies, Route Maps, Route Maps Individual - Brands: Adventure Cycling Association This section includes many amazing sites including Devils Tower, Mt. Rushmore, the Badlands, plus traversing the hilly Black Hills. The Needles Alternate is a spectacular mountain highway, and consists of stiff climbs and descents, narrow tunnels, highway loops and a potential conga-line of cars creeping along to take in the amazing views. The Sage Creek Alternate offers a remote backdoor to Badlands National Park along unpaved Sage Creek Rd. Midland, South Dakota, is in an area of mixed-grass prairie. --- - Published: 2024-01-09 - Modified: 2026-05-27 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/parks-peaks-and-prairies-section-3/ - SKU: BC-107 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Parks, Peaks, and Prairies, Route Maps, Route Maps Individual - Brands: Adventure Cycling Association This section intersects the Lewis & Clark Bicycle Trail in Fort Thompson, South Dakota. Terrain is flat to rolling, but with climbs/descents where the route crosses major rivers. As you approach and ride into the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul, the route uses several of the many bike trails that have been built on abandoned railroad lines in the area. --- - Published: 2024-01-09 - Modified: 2026-03-31 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/parks-peaks-and-prairies-map-set/ - SKU: BC-108 - Price: 47.00 USD - Product type: bundle - Product categories: Parks, Peaks, and Prairies, Route Map Sets, Route Maps - Brands: Adventure Cycling Association The Parks, Peaks, and Prairies Route begins in West Yellowstone, Montana, and heads eastward through several national parks and monuments: Yellowstone, Devils Tower, Mt. Rushmore, and the Badlands. It ends in Minneapolis, Minnesota, where spurs will connect to the North Lakes and Northern Tier routes. This map set includes the following 3 map sections: Parks, Peaks, and Prairies Section 1 - West Yellowstone, MT to Gillette, WY Parks, Peaks, and Prairies Section 2 - Gillette, WY to Midland, SD Parks, Peaks, and Prairies Section 3 - Midland, SD to Minneapolis, MN For more information on this route or to print out the most up to date addenda for these maps please click here. --- - Published: 2024-01-09 - Modified: 2026-03-31 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/northern-tier-north-lakes-map-set/ - SKU: BC-11 - Price: 189.00 USD - Product type: bundle - Product categories: Northern Tier + Lakes Route, Route Map Sets, Route Maps - Brands: Adventure Cycling Association This route compilation includes maps sections 1-6 & 10-11 of the Northern Tier, and the full North Lakes map set along with the Lake Erie Connector. The entire mileage from coast to coast is almost the same as the Northern Tier routing - the only way to shorten the distance by 215 miles is to use the Manitowoc Alternate crossing Lake Michigan. This map set includes the following 12 map sections: Lake Erie Connector - Wolf Lake, MI to Fort Erie, ON North Lakes Section 1 - Minneapolis, MN to Escanaba, MI North Lakes Section 2 - Escanaba, MI to Mackinaw City, MI North Lakes Section 3 - Mackinaw City, MI to Denver, IN Northern Tier Section 1 - Anacortes, WA to Sandpoint, ID Northern Tier Section 2 - Sandpoint, ID to Cut Bank, MT Northern Tier Section 3 - Cut Bank, MT to Dickinson, ND Northern Tier Section 4 - Dickinson, ND to Fargo, ND Northern Tier Section 5 - Fargo, ND to Walker, MN Northern Tier Section 6 - Walker, MN to Stillwater, MN Northern Tier Section 10 - Orchard Park, NY to Ticonderoga, NY Northern Tier Section 11 - Ticonderoga, NY to Bar Harbor, ME For more information on these routes or to print out the most up to date addenda, please visit the Lake Erie Connector, North Lakes and Northern Tier route pages. This map set does not include Northern Tier Sections 7,8,9 --- - Published: 2024-01-09 - Modified: 2026-05-26 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/northern-tier-section-8/ - SKU: BC-1101 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Northern Tier, Route Maps, Route Maps Individual - Brands: Adventure Cycling Association Grades in the Lowlands, where this section is located, are minimal, if not nonexistent. The elevation rises less than 500 feet between Iowa and Ohio. One of the few places where hills are noticable is in east-central Indiana, around the Salamonie River and Mt. Hope Recreation Areas. By and large, you'll have great visibility ahead and behind. The tall corn, however, can screen everything to the sides. Listen for vehicles approaching from the fields; some farmers don't stop when they drive onto the roads. The corn can also hide street signs when it gets high. The most notable feature of the route is the constantly changing quality of the roads. The county roads, however, have one saving grace- they are virtually unused. Even local traffic stays on the better-maintained state highways. Traffic does increase during harvest, when all those soybeans have to get to market. Roads around the Tippecanoe River and Salamonie River Recreation Areas in Indiana get busier when the weather gets warmer, especially on weekends. --- - Published: 2024-01-09 - Modified: 2026-05-28 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/shop/northern-tier-section-9/ - SKU: BC-1102 - Price: 16.75 USD - Product type: simple - Product categories: Northern Tier, Route Maps, Route Maps Individual - Brands: Adventure Cycling Association You will encounter a big change in this section because the route traverses the city of Cleveland and its suburbs, so cyclists should have some familiarity with urban riding. Once you reach Lake Erie the route passes through many interesting cultural, historic, and scenic features, and you are encouraged to research the route beforehand to maximize your enjoyment. The route in Ohio generally uses either secondary highways or county roads with the exception of Cleveland and its suburbs where you'll use city streets or bikepaths. East of Cleveland, you'll ride along Lake Erie for quite a distance until reaching Orchard Park, New York. --- --- ## Member News - Published: 2026-05-13 - Modified: 2026-05-14 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/your-may-2026-member-newsletter/ - Authors: Jessica Zephyrs Welcome to Bike Month! Like Christmas for cyclists. Hello, Welcome to Bike Month! Like Christmas for cyclists. I’ve been racking up the miles in preparation for my Drop-in Ride on the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route in July. I love planning new routes on unknown forest service roads and riding them to see what adventures I encounter: a ghost town, downed trees, snow drifts. A “road” that I might reclassify as a washed-out gully. But also good friends, picnics in the sunshine, wildflowers, laughter at the ridiculousness of it all. At the office, we’ve chosen Bike Month to celebrate all things bike advocacy. Ellie, our Routes and Advocacy Coordinator, and our staff and volunteers have been hard at work seeing through improvements to the USBRS, signing on to efforts that improve cycling infrastructure and safety, partnering with like-minded orgs to give our voice more power, and joining the (less newsworthy but immensely important) meetings where decisions get made. We’ve also created an Advocacy Hub with clear opportunities for our community to take action. Ellie Zachary at the National Bike Summit Haydin Grotz I hope you’ll take some time this month to discover all we’re doing in Advocacy. Here’s a deep dive into the four areas of our advocacy work right now Here are highlights from our attendance at the National Bike Summit in D. C. And here are five advocacy issues every cyclist should care about Prefer conversations over blog posts? Join this month’s Campfire Chats. On May 20, Ellie and Haydin will share a behind-the-scenes look at... --- - Published: 2026-05-11 - Modified: 2026-05-08 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/advocacy-in-action-how-adventure-cycling-is-showing-up-for-bike-travel/ - Authors: David Barth If you ride a bike, you have a stake in advocacy. That’s true whether you’re crossing the country, commuting to work, riding to the trailhead, or cruising to get ice cream. Every ride depends on more than a bike and a route. It depends on safe roads, connected trails, access to public lands, bike-accessible transportation options, and continued investment in cycling infrastructure. At Adventure Cycling, we advocate for systems that make bike travel possible. That means showing up where decisions are made — with partners, agencies, coalitions, and members — to help make bike travel safer, more accessible, and more connected. So far this year, that work has taken shape across four connected areas: Improving the U. S. Bicycle Route System Amplifying policy efforts that matter to riders Supporting partner-led campaigns Creating clear opportunities for our community to take action Here’s a deep dive into each of these areas, showing our progress to date and how you can speak up for better, safer cycling, too. The USBRS Is a Living System A national route network is not built once and then left alone. Roads change. Trails are extended. Bridges are built. Communities grow. What may have been the best available route ten years ago may no longer be the safest, most intuitive, or most connected option today. That is why long-term stewardship of the U. S. Bicycle Route System matters. Adventure Cycling serves as the national technical coordinator for the USBRS, working in partnership with state departments of transportation and... --- - Published: 2026-04-08 - Modified: 2026-04-10 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/your-april-2026-member-newsletter/ - Authors: Jessica Zephyrs Spring in Montana is a time for the senses. Suddenly, almost without warning, I awaken to hear chirp, gurgle, quack, and song. I smell the dirt thawing. Young green shoots reflect up to me the ineffable scent of new warmth soaking in. I had forgotten all this over the long winter. Hello, Spring in Montana is a time for the senses. Suddenly, almost without warning, I awaken to hear chirp, gurgle, quack, and song. I smell the dirt thawing. Young green shoots reflect up to me the ineffable scent of new warmth soaking in. I had forgotten all this over the long winter. Far more than the New Year, spring, for me, is the time for change. The time for resolutions. I will go outside. I will wallow in and use up the long bright days. I will picnic with my people. I will list all the routes to travel. I will ride my bike. What do you think? Are you with me? Or, where you live, are you slinking back inside to the comfort of the AC, shutting your curtains to the blazing heat? Also waking up recently were my parents’ reminiscences of their first bike trip as they read the most recent issue of Adventure Cyclist. For those of you who get a copy, you’ll see them portrayed in the feature “Cowboy Chrome. ” My dad said the story brought him right back to the Katy Trail. And mom asked when the next trip was. In my usual self-promoting fashion, I hope you enjoy the tale. Layout design by Sean Pearsons Despite my desire to elope into nature and never return until October, there’s a lot of work in progress at Adventure Cycling that requires our support. For one, we’re in the homestretch of a 10-month project to digitize 45... --- - Published: 2026-03-20 - Modified: 2026-03-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/board-announces-new-interim-ed/ - Authors: Jessica Zephyrs A Note from the Board Dear Members, Spring is here, cyclists are pedaling, change is in the air, and we have a lot to be grateful for. Adventure Cycling staff is delivering phenomenal work. The Tucson Jubilee! The Golden Gravel Trail! And our first tour of 2026 in the Florida Keys ended yesterday! Staff did this all while also supporting members and the association through uncertainty. ACA members are doing their part: sticking with us, caring deeply about ACA, and reaching out with ideas, offers to help, and a desire to be part of what comes next. At the same time, ACA is facing big questions about the sustainability of our business model, who we are as an organization, and how we best inspire, empower, and connect people to travel by bicycle today and in the future. The board recognizes that this time calls for reflection and deliberate decisions to move us forward. In this moment of leadership transition, I’m delighted to share that Maxton Caplanides will step into the Interim Executive Director role. We expect this interim period to last approximately 8-12 months and have structured it to both stabilize operations and support the deep work ahead. Max comes into this role as VP of Community Engagement. With a decade of service to ACA, he has a close pulse on our membership and its needs, which matters enormously. Max will lead day-to-day operations, while the board, with external support, focuses on strategy and governance, including the work needed to... --- - Published: 2026-03-14 - Modified: 2026-03-12 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/your-2025-impact-and-whats-ahead/ - Authors: Jessica Zephyrs Dear Members, Adventure Cycling has been through a lot in the past few years. You've probably felt some of it — in the conversations, the votes, the leadership changes. Despite the challenges, ACA had a good year in 2025 (results are yet to be audited). We want to tell you how it happened, as well as our forecast and workplan for 2026, so you understand where your association stands. How we got here Adventure Cycling's financial challenges didn't appear overnight, but they were harder to see clearly than they should have been. Over the past several years, a series of one-time financial windfalls masked the underlying trend: a PPP loan forgiveness of over $1 million, $595 thousand in Employee Retention Tax Credits, and two large estate gifts totaling $352 thousand in 2023. These were genuinely helpful in the moment, but they made it difficult to see the real picture. When you adjust for those anomalies, the picture in 2024 was sobering: net cash from operations was negative $1. 5 million, compared to positive $888 thousand the year before. Membership had been declining for years. Expenses were outpacing revenue. We had real work to do. How we succeeded in 2025 Although last year’s financials have not yet been audited, our initial findings show the hard work of the last year really paid off. In 2025, Adventure Cycling returned to a positive operating income, or close to break even if you exclude a one-time estate gift. Here's how we got there. Revenue... --- - Published: 2026-03-11 - Modified: 2026-03-12 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/your-march-2026-member-newsletter/ - Authors: Jessica Zephyrs Our newest route, the Golden Gravel Trail, is live on our website! You get to ride through the oldest mountains in the U.S. (the Ozarks) and the San Raphael Swell (The Wedge being my favorite part). You get fast gravel miles in the open plains (unless there’s a headwind) and slow mountain passes in the Rockies and Cascades. You get to feel your way along the very backbone of the American West like never before. Hello, It's here! It’s here! Ring the bells. Round up the town crier. Beat the drums! Our newest route, the Golden Gravel Trail, is live on our website! I am very excited about this route. Recently a journalist with Cycling Weekly asked me why, and this is (sort of) what I said: 1. It traverses a wide variety of ecosystems and terrain, both unsung and iconic. You get to ride through the oldest mountains in the U. S. (the Ozarks) and the San Raphael Swell (The Wedge being my favorite part). You get fast gravel miles in the open plains (unless there’s a headwind) and slow mountain passes in the Rockies and Cascades. You get to feel your way along the very backbone of the American West like never before. 2. Amy made it, so you know it’s good. Amy Wally has been a cartographer with Adventure Cycling for more than 10 years. She knows what it takes to make a great route, a safe route, an exciting route. She kept you in mind with every hour she spent clicking through Google Street View or conversing with route researchers. Here’s a video talking about how she makes a route. 3. It’s ambitious! And our longest route since the Northern Tier in 1984. Today, the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route is far and away our most popular route, any way you measure it. It’s scenic, dirt, and away from the roar of speeding cars. I know we still have a ton... --- - Published: 2026-02-11 - Modified: 2026-02-24 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/your-february-2026-member-newsletter/ - Authors: Jessica Zephyrs So much has happened for Adventure Cycling in the last month and a half: our wildly fun and successful Jubilee in the Desert 50th Anniversary kickoff event in Arizona, a member meeting and building sale vote, and the resignation of our Executive Director, Andy Williamson. I’d be lying if I said my head wasn’t spinning. Hello, So much has happened for Adventure Cycling in the last month and a half: our wildly fun and successful Jubilee in the Desert 50th Anniversary kickoff event in Arizona, a member meeting and building sale vote, and the resignation of our Executive Director, Andy Williamson. I’d be lying if I said my head wasn’t spinning. Leadership transitions and the lost opportunity to access capital from building sale proceeds to rebuild programs have real impacts. But as staff have been meeting the last weeks to discuss how to pivot, I’m reminded of what we’ve accomplished, how resilient we are, and how passionate our community is. Flexibility and durability are both attributes of an adventure cyclist, so maybe it’s not a surprise that they’re also attributes of this small but mighty team. Time and time again, I’ve been impressed by what my coworkers can accomplish: their ideas, their follow-through, their commitment to meeting the current challenges (and there have been many! ). Our finance team is currently closing out the books for 2025 (Go! Go! Michelle and Jake! ). And even though the financials are not yet audited, we want to share that 2025 is looking like it turned out far better than projected. This very team turned around a year forecasted for another deep deficit and ended it net positive thanks to a bit of good fortune, a lot of close management of costs to maximize programmatic progress, creativity around generating revenue, and last but not least, your generous support.... --- - Published: 2026-02-03 - Modified: 2026-02-03 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/important-leadership-update/ - Authors: Jessica Zephyrs From the Executive Director Dear Adventure Cycling members, I am writing to share that I will be stepping down from my role as Executive Director of Adventure Cycling Association at the end of February. This decision was not made lightly. I accepted this role because I believe deeply in Adventure Cycling’s mission and in the importance of its work to advance cycling, exploration, and advocacy. I am grateful for the opportunity to serve and for the dedication of the staff, volunteers, and board members who continue to support the organization during a complex and demanding period. After thoughtful reflection, I have concluded that this is the appropriate moment for me to step aside. The scope, pace, and conditions facing the organization at this time require different leadership to guide Adventure Cycling through its next chapter. This decision was my own and does not reflect the performance, commitment, or good faith efforts of the staff or the board. I care deeply about the staff and respect the resilience, professionalism, and commitment they bring to this work. I also recognize and appreciate the significant time and energy our volunteer board members contribute on behalf of Adventure Cycling and its members. I will continue to support a smooth and responsible transition through the end of my tenure to help ensure continuity for the organization. As Adventure Cycling celebrates its 50th anniversary, the organization enters an important period of transition, and I am grateful to the members who continue to invest their care, support,... --- - Published: 2026-01-30 - Modified: 2026-01-30 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/building-vote-results-whats-next-for-aca/ - Authors: Jessica Zephyrs Dear Members, Thank you to the 8,271 members who participated in the recent vote on the proposed sale of Adventure Cycling’s headquarters building. Your engagement matters, and the board is grateful that so many members chose to make their voices heard. The vote concluded with 3,273. 5 weighted votes (40. 8%) in favor and 4,753. 5 weighted votes (59. 2%) opposed* — a marked change from the first vote held in the fall of last year, in which 94. 7% supported the proposal. That shift deserves careful reflection. As a result, the sale contract has been terminated, and we’ve removed the building from the market. After the first vote, we understood the concerns raised by members as primarily procedural. We now understand that far more was being expressed. The second vote makes clear that what we treated as technical issues were, for many of you, symptoms of a deeper rupture of trust — real concerns about voice, transparency, how decisions are made, and by whom. By framing the repeat vote as a technical correction rather than an opportunity for relational reset, we missed an important signal. As we move forward, I want to be clear about two things. First, our deliberations, engagements, and decisions throughout this process were made in good faith, guided by what we believed to be in the best long-term interests of ACA during this time of real financial strain and uncertainty. Second, intent does not negate impact. The impact of this process was painful for many,... --- - Published: 2026-01-15 - Modified: 2026-01-21 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/fall-2025-usbrs-updates/ - Authors: Staff Adventure Cycling has big news for riders and advocates alike. The U. S. Bicycle Route System (USBRS) continues to grow, with two brand-new routes officially added and several safety-driven improvements rolled out across the country. In fall 2025, we welcomed USBR 80 in Tennessee and USBR 45 in Wisconsin. Together, they added 810. 7 miles to the national network, bringing the system total to an impressive 24,144 miles of connected and vetted bike routes and counting. Even better, free digital maps are available for every designated route for anyone ready to explore. The USBRS is building toward a bold vision: a 50,000-mile nationwide network of signed, bike-friendly routes using existing roads, trails, and other proven cycling infrastructure. As it grows, the system is unlocking new possibilities for cross-country cycling adventures, regional tours, and everyday bike commuting. Beyond the ride itself, these routes strengthen communities by improving safety, supporting local economies, and boosting bike tourism. Thanks to the continued efforts of advocates and partners, the USBRS is making it easier — and safer — to choose the bike. “The addition of nearly 1,000 miles reflects the broad support of state departments of transportation (DOT) and advocates to continuously expand this growing network of long-distance bicycle travel routes,” said Kerry Irons, Adventure Cycling Association’s volunteer coordinator. Behind every mile of the U. S. Bicycle Route System is a strong network of collaboration. As the national technical coordinator for the USBRS, Adventure Cycling works closely with state DOTs, local partners, and dedicated advocates... --- - Published: 2026-01-14 - Modified: 2026-02-24 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/your-january-2026-member-newsletter/ - Authors: Jessica Zephyrs Hello, Welcome to 2026! For some, a new year can be a meaningful marker — a moment to reset, establish new habits, or commit to a grand adventure. For others, it’s the time to relearn writing the date. But for Adventure Cycling and its members, it means something momentous: 50 years of impact. Fifty years of creating the most trustworthy routes in North America. Fifty years of guided experiences. Fifty years of chronicling trip reports, gear reviews, and tales from the road. For Bikecentennial riders, that’s 50 years of commitment to life-changing adventures. Because of your support, it is nearly impossible to count the number of cyclists touched by our programs over the last half century, whether directly through a map sale or indirectly through the stories we all tell. But if I had to guess, I’d ballpark it between 250,000 and 500,000 people. Those lives changed because of you. Adventure Cycling is 50 thanks to you. And we have so many more cyclists with whom we want to share the challenge, joy, and fun of bicycle travel. Our 50th Anniversary is both a celebration of your support — of the life-changing adventures you’ve ridden and wanted to pass onto others — and a launch pad to connect with cyclists who need bicycle travel in their lives. When I first started working at Adventure Cycling more than seven years ago, I wrote a paragraph for the website that I still believe in today: “We believe that adventure, whether small or... --- - Published: 2026-01-02 - Modified: 2026-01-02 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/jan-13-member-meeting-vote-timeline/ - Authors: Jessica Zephyrs As we shared in our recent communications, Adventure Cycling is holding a second vote on the building sale to ensure all procedural concerns are addressed and all members have confidence in the process. We will need you to vote again starting January 13; the first one does not count. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your participation immensely. Here's everything you need to know about the upcoming member meeting and vote timeline. Member Meeting: January 13, 10 AM - 12 PM Mountain Time We're holding a member meeting on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM Mountain Time via Zoom. This meeting provides an opportunity for members to speak publicly about organizational business, including the building sale. Members must RSVP to the member meeting using the link in their email or letter. For those who live in Missoula and need in-person accessibility accommodations, we’ll have a small space set up at 150 E. Pine, Missoula, Montana, for you to attend the meeting. Our max capacity is 40 members. We ask that you RSVP using the link in your email or email us at questions@adventurecycling. org. How the Meeting Will Work The two-hour meeting will be structured as follows: 5 minutes: Meeting tone-setting and rules 10 minutes: Presentation from Adventure Cycling 10 minutes: Presentation from group of members who oppose the sale 90 minutes: Public comment period for members (2 minutes per speaker) 5 minutes: Closing Speaking at the Meeting The timing allows space for approximately 36... --- - Published: 2025-12-15 - Modified: 2026-02-11 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/new-vote-announced/ - Authors: Jessica Zephyrs Thank you for your overwhelming support in our recent building sale vote, where 94. 7% of you voted in favor of this strategic decision. Your support for the future of Adventure Cycling means everything to us. Since sending our December 9 communications, we've heard from many of you expressing frustration at the idea of a small group calling for a second vote when the first results are so strong. We understand and share your sentiment. You've told us the original vote was fair, transparent, and decisive—and we agree completely. Why We're Holding a Second Vote Despite our confidence in the first vote's integrity, the opposition group has not withdrawn its procedural challenges by the December 15 deadline we provided. We now face a choice: engage in potentially lengthy legal proceedings or conduct a second vote that addresses every technical concern raised. While we believe in our process and results, having facilitated the first vote with good intent, lawsuits take more time and cost substantially more than a vote. We have a ready buyer who we cannot expect to wait while legal proceedings unfold. In our judgment, a second vote is the fastest, most cost-efficient way to settle this matter and move forward with the investments you've asked us to make. We appreciate all of you for your patience, understanding, and continued support. We can’t get through this without you. How the Second Vote Will Work We've designed this process to address every procedural concern while making it as accessible as... --- - Published: 2025-12-09 - Modified: 2025-12-09 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/building-sale-vote-results-process-and-opposition/ - Authors: Jessica Zephyrs Thank you to all who participated in Adventure Cycling's building sale vote. We're writing to share the results, recap the voting process, and address concerns that have been raised about vote mechanics. Due to concerns raised by a minority of voters against the sale, the process isn't done yet. Please read this letter in its entirety. The Results Adventure Cycling members have voted overwhelmingly FOR the sale of our Missoula headquarters building. Total votes cast: 7,797 FOR votes: 7,386 (94. 7%) AGAINST votes: 411 (5. 3%) Voter turnout: 43. 8% of eligible members Nearly 7,800 members participated, with nearly 95% supporting the proposed sale. This turnout far exceeded the 10% of members needed to reach the quorum and far exceeded the two-thirds needed to approve the building sale. Thank you so much for your support and participation! Adventure Cycling Listened and You Have Spoken Adventure Cycling has struggled with declining membership for several years. The staff and Board of Directors believe that investing resources to modernize programs that will stabilize membership and re-establish our leadership in helping individuals have adventures on bikes is the right course of action. Our iconic building in Missoula represents a significant portion of our investment reserves. So many of us, staff and members alike, love the building and the important traditions and memories housed here. As a result, we negotiated a purchase offer with an outside buyer that includes an agreement that Adventure Cycling will remain in the building as a tenant, releasing cash for... --- - Published: 2025-10-31 - Modified: 2025-10-31 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/ed-update-challenges-and-building-sale/ - Authors: Adventure Cycling Staff Like many nonprofits, Adventure Cycling is facing serious challenges. Now it's time to make strategic decisions to secure our organization's future. Like many nonprofits, Adventure Cycling is facing serious challenges. Our membership has declined, revenue in routes and tours has dropped considerably while costs rise, and despite cutting over a million dollars from our budget, we're still operating at a deficit. Incremental changes have not kept pace with the challenges, which is why we listed our headquarters building in Missoula for sale this summer. It's a strategic decision to secure our organization's future during a challenging time. Adventure Cycling has received an advantageous offer to purchase our Missoula headquarters building for approximately $2. 55 million, providing us with much-needed capital to continue our mission work while allowing us to remain in our historic building. We heard clearly from our members that preserving our physical presence in Missoula in our historical location is a priority. In response, as part of this sale, we have negotiated favorable terms to lease back storefront office space in the building. This ensures we maintain our local presence while providing community access to our historic bikes and memorabilia in a portion of the same beloved space that has been home to the organization for decades. Our building has impacted all who have visited — a place to share stories and connect with staff. We are grateful for the memories and work accomplished within its walls. But today, we face a choice between maintaining an underutilized, aging building or advancing our mission. Starting November 3, 12:00 PM mountain time through November 24, 11:59 PM mountain time, we are... --- - Published: 2025-10-13 - Modified: 2025-10-13 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/highlights-from-the-member-community-webinar/ - Authors: David Barth Here's what you need to know about our current situation, building sale, new leadership, and 50th anniversary celebration. Here's what you need to know about our current situation, building sale, new leadership, and 50th anniversary celebration. Dear Adventure Cycling Members, Thank you to the 200 members who joined us for last week's webinar. For those who couldn't attend, we wanted to share the key updates about where we are as an organization and where we're headed as we approach our 50th anniversary. You can also watch the recorded webinar here. Being Transparent About Our Challenges Adventure Cycling has faced significant headwinds over the past few years. Our membership has declined from 40,000 members in 2023 to approximately 22,000 today. As our membership has aged, we have missed opportunities to attract new members through adaptations of our programming. This, together with the soft demand and rising costs in Tours, created a substantial revenue problem in 2024. The board took decisive action in October 2024, reducing our 2025 budget by over $1 million while protecting the three program areas that make us unique: routes, inspiration (magazine and blog), and guided tours that help individuals have adventures and gain skills. Nonetheless, in 2025 we will still operate at a significant deficit. As part of our financial recovery plan, the board listed our Missoula headquarters building for sale in June. This difficult decision provides a financial backstop as we work to organically rebuild membership and diversify our revenue. If we receive an offer, members will have the opportunity to vote on acceptance; these are your rights as a member organization, and we... --- - Published: 2025-09-18 - Modified: 2025-09-17 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/quarterly-board-update-september/ - Authors: David Barth Today marks an exciting milestone in Adventure Cycling's journey. I'm thrilled to announce that our Board of Directors has selected Andy Williamson as our new Executive Director, effective October 1. A Message from the Adventure Cycling Board of Directors Dear Adventure Cycling Community, Today marks an exciting milestone in Adventure Cycling's journey. I'm thrilled to announce that our Board of Directors has selected Andy Williamson as our new Executive Director, effective October 1. After an extensive national search that generated hundreds of applications from across the country, Andy emerged as the unanimous choice to lead Adventure Cycling into its next chapter. His selection comes at a perfect time as we approach our 50th anniversary in 2026 and continue expanding access to bicycle travel for adventurers everywhere. Why Andy is the Right Leader for Our Community Andy brings 20 years of specialized experience in bicycle travel, route development, and building bike-friendly communities. Most recently, he led statewide outdoor economic development initiatives across West Virginia, overseeing millions in federal and philanthropic grant-funded programs that improved quality of life and strengthened local economies. His background includes significant leadership roles at the International Mountain Bicycling Association (IMBA), where he expanded chapter programs and helped secure millions in trail development funding. He's served as Chair of Bikepacking Roots and currently sits on the board of American Trails, demonstrating his deep commitment to our outdoor recreation community. What impressed our Board most was Andy's understanding of how bicycle adventures transform lives and strengthen communities—something every one of you experiences on every ride. His proven track record in member organizations, innovative program development, and success securing diverse funding sources positions Adventure Cycling perfectly for continued growth and... --- - Published: 2025-06-25 - Modified: 2025-06-27 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/quarterly-board-update-june/ - Authors: Jessica Zephyrs A Message from the Adventure Cycling Board of Directors Dear adventure cyclists, The Adventure Cycling Board of Directors recently decided to put its longstanding headquarters up for sale. We’ve made this conservative fiscal decision for multiple reasons and would like to share more information. When work went remote during COVID, we discovered we could operate effectively with our team spread across the country. Now, with only eight staff living in Missoula, our very large building is being underutilized. The sale lets us take those resources that were going into maintaining a space we're not fully using and put them back where they belong — into our programs — during a time when the nonprofit and cycling industries are both facing increasing challenges. This week we published our 2024 audit financial statements. These statements illustrate those difficult trends and provide context for actions the board has taken in recent years, including the listing of the building this week. Those trends include the following. Our membership has been declining for at least 5 years. Membership surveys show our member demographic is aging out of bike travel and not renewing. The contribution margin from our tours program has also been declining steadily, and map sales are challenged by the rapid emergence of free maps on digital navigation platforms. We are not bringing in enough new members because Adventure Cycling’s brand is perceived as older and pavement-centric and our programming is not well aligned with growing bike travel types (e. g. gravel, trail) and... --- - Published: 2025-03-11 - Modified: 2025-03-11 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/quarterly-ed-and-board-update-march-2025/ - Authors: Jessica Zephyrs Letter from the Executive Director Dear Adventure Cycling Members, I’m writing to share that my time with Adventure Cycling Association is coming to a close. When I first joined Adventure Cycling, it was the perfect blend of my passion for getting people outdoors and my professional expertise — and, of course, I loved the idea of having more time to ride my bike! During a period of leadership transition, I stepped up because I believe in Adventure Cycling’s mission and the power of bringing people together, especially in times of change. Much like my time as an adventure racer, where navigation is key, my goal has been to help chart a steady course for the organization, adapting along the way. Together, we’ve accomplished so much, including: Establishing the North Star Framework to guide our programs Developing a bold, new Strategic Plan Serving over 50,000 cyclists with our routes, discovery, and experiences programs Redesigning Adventure Cyclist magazine Hosting our first member event since the pandemic Launching new membership levels and a partnership with Ride with GPS Developing new outreach and educational programs, such as Adventure Ride Leading Adventure Cycling has been an honor and an unforgettable journey. Nonprofit work is deeply rewarding, and it requires both dedication and heart. As I step away to focus on my family and rekindle my own adventures outdoors, I do so with confidence in Adventure Cycling’s future. The organization has a strong vision and an incredible team ready to build on this momentum. I am... --- - Published: 2025-01-31 - Modified: 2025-01-31 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/quarterly-ed-and-board-update-january-2025/ - Authors: Jessica Zephyrs Letter from the Executive Director ED Jen O'Dell poses with a snowman her family built. Dear Adventure Cycling Community, As we move into 2025, I want to share important updates about Adventure Cycling's path forward. Your dedication has helped us inspire, empower, and connect people to bicycle travel, and as we navigate some significant changes, your support remains vital to our mission. In early 2024, we developed a financial plan to support our new strategic initiatives, which included a measured approach to piloting new programs over three years. However, as we closed out 2024, we fell short of our revenue goals. This reality check led us to make some difficult but necessary decisions about the pace of implementing our strategic plan, choosing to align our work with current resources rather than projected growth. We're implementing necessary adjustments to create a sustainable foundation for Adventure Cycling's future. Our number one goal is to prioritize mission impact with an efficient, budget-positive schedule of programming that can support the needs of our community while maintaining stability through shifting economic conditions. Our priorities for 2025 are clear: Deliver our full schedule of Guided Tours Maintain our valued Adventure Cyclist Magazine at a quarterly schedule Enhance our Routes program with improved digital capabilities and new route development Continue preparations for our 50th anniversary Streamline operations to optimize our resources To support these priorities, we made some significant organizational changes, including a staff restructuring. We've provided comprehensive support packages to our departing team members, whose contributions... --- - Published: 2025-01-31 - Modified: 2025-01-31 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/iconic-adventure-cycling-route-network-now-on-ride-with-gps/ - Authors: Jessica Zephyrs Adventure Cycling Association has partnered with Ride with GPS to offer cyclists a new and enhanced way to navigate the nonprofit’s iconic long-distance bicycle routes directly from their mobile phones, on an established digital platform with millions of users. The Ride with GPS desktop and mobile apps are the number one bike route planning and navigation tools on the web. This partnership makes Adventure Cycling routes more accessible to more people, a key strategic initiative as part of Adventure Cycling’s nonprofit mission. In addition to the TransAmerica Trail, which cyclists have pedaled since 1976, Adventure Cycling’s popular Arkansas High Country and Southern Tier routes have been available on Ride with GPS since November 2024. Now, all 30 routes from the 50,000-plus-mile Adventure Cycling Route Network are available for purchase and use on the Ride with GPS platform, including the famous Great Divide Mountain Bike, Pacific Coast, and Atlantic Coast routes. Adventure Cycling's cartographers have replicated the experience of their comprehensive paper maps digitally for the first time thanks to Ride with GPS Experiences, a custom itinerary planner for tour operators within the Ride with GPS ecosystem that allows for estimated ride times, multiple base maps, audio turn cues, and route updates from other cyclists — all available in the palm of your hand. Bicycle-related service information along Adventure Cycling routes is now also available digitally with Ride with GPS. The quantity and quality of bicycle-related services on Adventure Cycling routes sets a high standard for traveling safely and confidently. Additionally,... --- - Published: 2024-12-10 - Modified: 2024-12-12 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/new-usbrs-announcements-for-fall-2024/ - Authors: Adventure Cycling Staff The U. S. Bicycle Route System is adding four new routes in three states! The new routes are USBR 37 in Indiana, USBR 51 in Missouri, and two routes in Kansas: USBR 50 and USBR 55. We added 3568 miles to the system in 2024. This is the most of any year and brings the total milage to 23,186. Here are the routes we added in the spring of 2024. Digital maps for all designated U. S. Bicycle Routes are available to the public for free. New Routes Indiana USBR 37 From Visit Zionsville USBR 37 is a designated bicycle route that connects the Erie Lackawanna Trail in Northwest Indiana to the Monon Trail in Central Indiana. Traversing 186. 9 miles of the Hoosier State, the route primarily consists of existing city streets and country roads with some sections on off-street trails and multi-use paths. USBR 37 begins in Griffith, IN weaving through a mix of suburban and rural landscapes before ending in Carmel, IN. Traveling southward, the route nears Rensselaer, passes near Indiana Beach Boardwalk, and heads towards Prophetstown State Park in the Town of Battleground. Cyclists traveling through West Lafayette are encouraged to experience the Wabash Heritage Trail and cross the John T. Myers Pedestrian Bridge. The journey continues through Lafayette, taking paths like the Big 4 Rail Trail and the Farm Heritage Trail. As USBR 37 approaches its endpoint in Carmel, it travels through Lebanon and Zionsville, following the Zionsville Rail Trail. The route concludes at the... --- - Published: 2024-11-19 - Modified: 2024-11-19 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/quarterly-update-from-board-ed-for-november-2024/ - Authors: Adventure Cycling Staff Letter from the Executive Director At Adventure Cycling, we believe that bicycle travel isn’t just about the miles you pedal — it’s about the journey, the growth, and the connections made along the way. Cycling allows us to connect deeply with the world around us, to challenge ourselves, and to find peace in the simple rhythm of pedaling. It’s a mode of travel that offers benefits extending far beyond the road. Research shows that setting and achieving significant goals, such as cycling across the country or even to the next county, can enhance motivation, self-esteem, and autonomy. Achieving such milestones improves mental well-being, creating a profound sense of accomplishment. Beyond goal setting, the act of cycling offers mental and physical benefits. Just a casual ride through nature triggers the release of endorphins, which help elevate mood, promote relaxation, alleviate stress, and reduce anxiety and depression. Cycling also increases blood flow to the brain, which can enhance cognitive functions such as memory, reasoning, and planning abilities. Providing both a significant personal goal and physical activity, bicycle travel creates a powerful synergy for the mind, body, and spirit. This community is built on cyclists who have directly felt the transformational impact of bicycle travel on their mental and physical health. Now imagine what sort of world we could have if everyone could take the time, have the resources, and find the confidence to experience these benefits for themselves. At Adventure Cycling, we are committed to creating opportunities for more people to experience... --- - Published: 2024-11-08 - Modified: 2024-11-08 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/rolling-out-adventure-cycling-digital-routes-on-ride-with-gps/ - Authors: Adventure Cycling Staff Adventure Cycling has partnered with Ride with GPS to offer riders a new and enhanced way to navigate Adventure Cycling routes on a platform many of our members already use for their bike travel. An increasing number of people want to use digital means to navigate, and Ride with GPS offers tools that cyclists want, like audio turn cues and the ability to download GPX files for use on bike computers like Garmin and Wahoo. This partnership is a key strategic initiative to making Adventure Cycling routes more accessible to more people, some of whom may first hear about Adventure Cycling Association through Ride with GPS. As part of our soft launch, riders can purchase three Adventure Cycling digital routes and guides to use in Ride with GPS: TransAmerica Trail, Arkansas High Country Route, and Southern Tier Route. In a few months, we’ll have all our routes on the platform, and you can ride the most curated routes in the U. S. with a first-rate planning and navigation tool. All digital routes can be purchased through our online Cyclosource Store. Adventure Cycling Routes will be available as Ride with GPS Experiences, with detailed service listings including bike shops, restaurants, and cyclist-friendly hostels and campgrounds. Detailed guides describe route conditions, provide historical information, climate, and link to route updates from other cyclists, in addition to the turn-by-turn audio cues for in-app navigation. Every purchased Adventure Cycling Digital Route in Ride with GPS Experiences will all be available offline, 100% usable with... --- - Published: 2024-09-10 - Modified: 2024-11-26 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/welcome-to-our-new-membership-program/ - Authors: Adventure Cycling Staff Your support for Adventure Cycling is crucial. Our members are the spiritual, communal, and financial lifeblood of the organization. Your membership dues and donations are what make it possible for us to build and maintain route networks, create resources, build partnerships, and pilot new programs that are essential to our strategic plan. To create a more financially sustainable model for Adventure Cycling, we've launched new membership levels and benefits. The new membership structure has differentiated levels to allow people at all points of life to become members, starting with an entry-level tier of $25, where members will get access to our trip planning resources, an exclusive member newsletter, partner discounts, discounts on our maps, and special Cyclosource gear sales. The higher levels provide additional benefits. If you are already a member, your current membership level and benefits will stay the same until your renewal date, at which time you can renew at the tier most suited to your needs. This chart will help you figure out which membership level is right for you. Membership Levels and Benefits Edit BenefitsPedal Perks $25Digital Hub $60Classic Adventure Cyclist $100Chainring Champion $250Map Maker $500Tailwind Society $1000 Support of Adventure Cycling's Missionxxxxxx Trip Planning Resourcesxxxxxx Companions Wanted Full Accessxxxxxx Exclusive Member eNewsletterxxxxxx Discounts on Hundreds of Leading Brandsxxxxxx 10% off Digital/Print Routesxxxxxx Quarterly Adventure Cyclist Magazine (Digital)xxxxx Quarterly Adventure Cyclist Magazine (Print)xxxx Partner Discounts for Household Membersxxxx Deeper Support of Adventure Cycling's Mission and Impactxxx Adventure Cyclist Magazine The biggest change involves Adventure Cyclist Magazine.... --- - Published: 2024-07-02 - Modified: 2024-09-04 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/quarterly-update-from-board-ed-for-july-2024/ - Authors: Adventure Cycling Staff Letter from the ED Get ready to feel the thrill of the open road and the wind in your hair as we unveil our new strategic plan! Crafted with the roots of Bikecentennial and the needs of today’s cyclists in mind, this plan sets forth a bold vision for the future of bicycle travel, igniting a spark of excitement that will propel us forward into the next chapter of Adventure Cycling's legacy. At the heart of our strategic plan lies our unwavering commitment to enabling memorable bicycle adventures that transform lives. The plan is not just a roadmap — it's a thrilling adventure that will bring even more people into our bicycle travel community. To do that, the plan focuses on increasing the accessibility of our programs and piloting new programs that empower riders to take on bicycle adventures. Routes We're embarking on an ambitious expansion effort, introducing new off-road loops and crafting an epic route that will add to the diverse offerings of the Adventure Cycling Route Network. Through these endeavors, we aim to preserve the legacy of our existing routes and chart new territories that beckon adventurers from all walks of life. We're committed to growing our Short Routes collection, free routes near where people live that can be accomplished in one to four days. By diversifying route offerings, we ensure that cyclists of all skill levels and backgrounds have access to bite-sized adventures that ignite their passion for exploration. We’ll increase the accessibility of our routes not... --- - Published: 2024-06-21 - Modified: 2024-12-05 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/new-usbrs-annoucements-for-spring-2024/ - Authors: Lauren Hudgins The US Bicycle Route System has bypassed the 20,000 mile benchmark with three completely new routes and two major extensions! The three new routes are USBR 51 in Arkansas, USBR 76 in Wyoming, and USBR 85 California. USBR 76 will be Wyoming’s first U. S. Bicycle Route. Additionally, Florida extended USBR 15 to go north-south through most of the state and California extended USBR 95 to finish the coastline. “State departments of transportation are focused on delivering a safe, multimodal transportation system that offers mobility for all,” said Jim Tymon, executive director of the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials. “The recent additions to and expansion of the USBRS network by Arkansas, California, Florida, and Wyoming further highlight the active transportation benefits that flow from partnership between AASHTO, state DOTs, and the Adventure Cycling Association. ” AASHTO is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization representing state DOTs in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico. AASHTO and Adventure Cycling formalized their nearly two-decade partnership of designating new bike routes by signing a memorandum of understanding in February 2021. Digital maps for all designated U. S. Bicycle Routes are available to the public for free here. With the new designation and realignments, the U. S. Bicycle Route System now boasts over 22,000 miles of routes in 35 states and Washington, D. C. At least 25 states are currently developing additional U. S. Bicycle Routes. "It's satisfying to see the USBRS network grow and know that we are playing... --- - Published: 2024-06-21 - Modified: 2024-07-22 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/charting-a-course-for-the-future-of-bicycle-travel/ - Authors: Adventure Cycling Staff Adventure Cycling’s Strategic Plan 2024-2029 We believe that adventure, whether small or large, can change us. To live a life of discovery, we must unplug, break from our routines, feel the wind on our brows, and welcome opportunities to feel awe and wonder. The bike — no matter the kind — is the way to get you there. We also believe that memorable bicycle adventures deepen connections between people and places, promote healthier individuals and environments, and contribute to thriving local economies. Faced with a politically divided nation, climate change, and an ever-increasing amount of time in front of screens, bicycle travel has never been more important. For nearly 50 years, we’ve been opening the door to adventure for thousands of people. For the next 50, we plan to inspire and empower thousands more to ride through it. In our beginnings, Adventure Cycling was one cross-country route and a group of scrappy young cyclists gathering others to ride across the U. S. Then, as momentum grew, our founders recognized the strength of this adventurous community, using that power and passion to create thousands of miles of routes, a robust Guided Tours program, advocacy for safer riding conditions nation-wide, and an award-winning magazine full of inspiration and resources. Now, like any movement in its second half-century, we’ve created a new strategic plan with new ways to grow our community and become a top outdoor activity. Building on the strengths of the past 50 years, we’re piloting new programs, taking our resources... --- - Published: 2024-05-31 - Modified: 2024-08-26 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/new-member-benefits-the-feed-and-bikeinsure/ - Authors: Lauren Hudgins We've expanded our lineup of exclusive benefits with new partners: BikeInsure, The Feed, Ritchey, WTB, and Big Agnes. From safeguarding your ride with bicycle insurance to fueling your adventures with sports nutrition, recovery gear, and discounts on top-notch gear, we've got you covered! We're highlighting what this partnership with BikeInsure and The Feed means for you. BikeInsure We have partnered with BikeInsure to provide our supporters with opt-in, comprehensive, and easy-to-understand bicycle insurance. You may access a discounted rate with BikeInsure to protect your bicycles, e-bikes, and gear from transit, theft, and riding risks. BikeInsure policies provide the peace of mind that comes with knowing that you’re only a $100 deductible away from getting back on the road if an unfortunate event happens. More details and sign up here. The Feed We just made fueling for your upcoming adventures easier by partnering with The Feed. The Feed is the one-stop shop for riders like you, where you can find all sports nutrition, recovery gear, and supplements to fuel your cycling adventures. To get you started, The Feed is giving you $20 in store credit at sign-up and then another $20 quarterly. Plus, get a free personalized Adventure Cycling water bottle with your first purchase over $65. Get more details and to sign up here. --- - Published: 2024-03-21 - Modified: 2024-09-04 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/quarterly-update-from-board-ed-for-march-2024/ - Authors: Adventure Cycling Staff Letter from the ED I'm thrilled to share exciting updates as we transition into the second quarter of 2024. First and foremost, let's celebrate what we accomplished together in 2023! Your support continues to be instrumental, and I express heartfelt gratitude for a successful end-of-year campaign. Thanks to your generosity, we achieved our stretch goal of $500,000. Our new 2024-2029 strategic plan, which we’ll share much more about in June, is underway, with goals and outcomes paving the way for an impactful future. In 2024, we are particularly enthusiastic about: Creating more opportunities and resources to help new riders discover their first bike trip Building relationships with partners across the country for expanded program and advocacy impact Leveraging our almost 50 years of experience to bring valuable knowledge into local communities through piloting skill-building workshops and camps Just a couple of weeks ago, we hosted a What’s in Store for 2024 webinar, in which the VP of Programs Jeffrey Mizell and I highlighted some of our program priorities for the year as part of our strategic plan: Support more than 500 new riders with Adventure Grants and Adventure Rides programming Create the first ever Adventure Rider Council in the Rocky Mountain region Address the increasing demand for gravel and offroad route options by developing three new weeklong loops and an epic route, all including offroad terrain Update 20 segments of the Adventure Cycling Route Network (ARCN) and create a new route rating system to help riders determine each route's difficulty... --- - Published: 2024-03-13 - Modified: 2024-11-06 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/bicycle-giveaway-bike-friday-all-packa/ - Authors: Lauren Hudgins For 2024, we are giving away an All-Packa bike from Bike Friday, a small family-owned company located in Eugene, Oregon. It's a folding bike that's excellent for bikepacking, gravel riding, and light mountain biking. Read our about our test run! "I was amazed by how capable I felt on the All-Packa — truly only limited by my own lack of shreddy mountain bike confidence. I’ll never forget how otherworldly it was to be surrounded by such thoughtful, compassionate weirdos zooming down a desolate mountain bike park, connected by the curiosity and creativity sparked by Bike Friday’s All-Packa. " This amazing packable bike could be custom made for you! There are five ways enter to win throughout 2024: Join Adventure Cycling or renew your Adventure Cycling membership Donate at least $10 to Adventure Cycling. Complete the 2024 Annual Member Survey between Feb 1-29, 2024 Read the full giveaway rules here. Specs for the custom bike we tested Weight: 26. 2 lbs. Available sizes: Custom Size tested: Medium-ish Cassette: Meroca 11–40T, 9spd Crankset: Shimano Sora Rear derailer: microSHIFT Marvo LT Brakes: Zoom DB-680 Brake levers/shifter: Avid Rotors: 160mm Wheelbase: 1050mm Wheelsize: 20in. Tire clrearance: 2. 4in. BB height: 273mm Rolded size: 36 x 29 x 14in --- - Published: 2024-02-07 - Modified: 2024-03-01 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/magazine-mistake/ - Authors: David Barth Oops! We made a mistake! The March/April issue of Adventure Cyclist Magazine will have a band around it that says "This is your last issue! Renew now! " when it arrives in your mailbox. Our printing and mailing provider accidentally put the band around every copy to every member, regardless of a member's expiration date or status. Likely, this is not your last issue, and you do not need to take any action. We're so sorry for the confusion! We've sent a follow-up email to every non-expiring member impacted by this issue, but if you'd like to double check your membership status, please follow these instructions: Go to Adventurecycling. org  Click on Sign In in the top right corner and login to your My Adventure Cycling account. View Account Information including your Membership Expiration Date. If you still have questions, feel free to email us at membership@adventurecycling. org. --- - Published: 2023-11-15 - Modified: 2024-09-04 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/quarterly-update-from-the-ed-and-board-chair-november-2023/ - Authors: Adventure Cycling Staff Letter from the ED As we wind down from another exciting season of bike travel adventures, it is time for us to reflect on how far we’ve come on this journey. At the start of this year, our number one goal was to prioritize our nonprofit mission — to engage, empower, and connect people to travel by bicycle — with an efficient, budget-positive schedule of programming that could support the needs and experiences of a variety of cyclists through our Routes, Discovery, and Experiences programs. We’re excited to celebrate the following program accomplishments, thanks to the generous support of our community. Hosted two “How to go on your first bikepacking overnight” workshops within the women's MTB festival format, engaging 20 new riders in hands-on training, skill building, and connection to each other and Adventure Cycling Hosted two engagement events for people to learn more about our Innovation work. Developed the structure and recruiting criteria for the Emerging Rider Council, an advisory group of emerging cyclists dedicated to assisting our efforts to remove barriers for anyone looking to become an Adventure Cyclist Launched community-sourced submissions for the Short Routes program Ran over 80 Guided Tour departures for 1,069 participants Updated 14 routes in the Adventure Cycling Route Network Expecting 1,000 miles of U. S. Bicycle Route System designations Redesigned Adventure Cyclist Magazine for its 50th volume with a new look and editorial designed to provide all the necessary stories and how-tos to guide a bicycle adventure from start to finish and... --- - Published: 2023-11-14 - Modified: 2024-02-23 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/three-new-routes-added-to-the-us-bicycle-route-system/ - Authors: Dan Meyer There are major expansions to the United States Bicycle Route System, including three completely new routes and a connection from Alaska to the lower 48.   The three new routes are USBR 610 in Idaho, USBR 11 in Pennsylvania, and USBR 121 in Tennessee. USBR 20 in Minnesota has been extended and adjusted. Alaska’s network will now connect to Washington State via the Alaska Marine Highway System using ferries. “Twice each year, state departments of transportation play a significant role in the expansion of the U. S. Bicycle Route System by designating new routes,” explained Jim Tymon, executive director of the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials.   “Those bike routes are critical to enhancing and expanding the active transportation opportunities within the nation’s multimodal mobility network,” he said. “State DOTs play a key role in helping foster more and safer bicycle travel options for all Americans and goes to the heart of AASHTO’s longstanding partnership with the Adventure Cycling Association. ”  Digital maps for all designated U. S. Bicycle Routes are available to the public for free on the Adventure Cycling Association’s USBRS Maps and Route Resources page.   "It's exciting to see how the U. S. Bicycle Route System mirrors our European counterpart bicycle travel network, EuroVelo in a new way: ferries! ,” said Jennifer O’Dell, executive director of Adventure Cycling Association. “By incorporating the Alaska Marine Highway System into the USBRS, cyclists’ horizons are widened beyond the Lower 48. " With the new designation and realignments,... --- - Published: 2023-08-30 - Modified: 2024-02-23 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/member-drive-giveaway-tumbleweed-prospector-bike/ - Authors: Lauren Hudgins Our Fall Member Drive is happening now.  Join or renew today for a chance to win this prize package and entry into our annual bike giveaway, a Tumbleweed Prospector — built to your size — all while supporting our nonprofit mission. Your membership supports our work to create better bicycle travel. The Tumbleweed Prospector is a timeless and rugged expedition mountain touring bike, built for the most epic and remote adventures. As we said in a 2017 review, "Getting to the quiet places in the world can take some doing, but this versatile bike is up to the task, thanks to careful design and quality execution. " It was BIKEPACKING. COM's top mountain bike for 2019.  Here are some specs just to prove how amazing this bikepacking darling is. Specs Fork: Steel Unicrown (110x15mm, 150x15mm or 135mm QR) Headset: Cane Creek 40 (ZS upper, EC lower, 30mm Crown Race) Crankset: Shimano Super Boost Chainring: Wolf Tooth 32t Direct Mount Bottom Bracket: RaceFace BSA Threaded Front Hub: Schmidt SON28 32 hole Dynamo Rear Hub: Rohloff SPEEDHUB (32 hole, Quick release 16t cog) Quick Release: Shimano Rims: Tumbleweed (27. 5", 40mm Internal Width) Spokes: Sapim Race 2. 0/1. 8 w/Brass nipples Brake Levers: Avid FR5 Brake Calipers: Avid BB7 Cables and Housing: Jagwire Pro Compressionless (Stainless Cables, Black Housing) Disc Brake Rotor Adaptors: Tektro 20mm front and rear Front Rotor: SRAM Centerline 180mm 6 bolt Rear Rotor: Rohloff 180mm 4 bolt Shifter: Rohloff OEM grip shifter Tires: Maxxis Rekon 27. 5x2. 8" Chain: SRAM PC971 Grips: Ergon GP1 (Rohloff Shifter Compatible) Stem: Zoom 31. 8mm 4 bolt Handlebar: Tumbleweed Persuader (Black Alloy) Seatpost: Kalloy (31. 6mm Diameter, 410mm... --- - Published: 2023-08-07 - Modified: 2024-04-03 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/adventure-cycling-seeks-short-routes-for-regional-bike-travel/ - Authors: Lauren Hudgins At Adventure Cycling, we believe that the joy and freedom of bicycle travel should be accessible to everyone. We understand that life's commitments can sometimes make it challenging to embark on long, multi-week tours. It is with this vision in mind that we launched the Short Routes Program aimed at breaking down barriers and making the thrill of bike travel more approachable, even with limited time, skills, or equipment.   Short routes are two- to five-day bicycle routes, crafted for all-level adventurers and are available free as Ride with GPS routes on our website. We currently have Short Routes that start from Los Angeles, CA; Washington, DC; Atlanta, GA; Boston, MA; Minneapolis, MN; Philadelphia, PA; Austin, TX; and Seattle, WA.   Adventure Cycling Association is now opening our Short Routes program for new submissions! Here are the basic guidelines:  Routes should take a beginner two to five days to ride. Routes are from anywhere in the U. S. We are looking for a variety of routes from 50-200 total miles long, that allow for 25-50 miles each day. We are prioritizing routes that have been ridden recently. Routes should not pose excessive safety hazards to the fully loaded bike traveler.   For information on how to submit your Short Route visit this webpage.   To learn more, join our upcoming livestream event, "Unlocking the Magic: How to Submit Your Route" on Friday, August 25. This online session will guide cyclists through the process of submitting their favorite route and sharing their beloved... --- - Published: 2023-06-21 - Modified: 2024-04-03 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/quarterly-update-from-the-ed-and-board-chair-june-2023/ - Authors: Lauren Hudgins Letter from the ED As we emerge into the post-COVID world, a key theme of 2023 is reconnection. We’re excited about the work that’s happening to reconnect with our community and to engage with new riders. At the mid-point of 2023, it’s a great time to celebrate the work we've accomplished so far. We hope you are all enjoying the redesign of Adventure Cyclist Magazine! We’ve received a lot of great emails and letters from members and appreciate hearing from you! In routes, we've completed 10 of the 17 map updates and are gearing up to start receiving submissions for Short Routes (more to come on this soon). We’ve also started our listening journey, and Adventure Cycling will host four outreach events in Colorado and Montana this year, as well as attending three cycling festivals geared towards women and adventure riding. Adventure Cycling Ambassadors have started their projects to support emerging riders in their community and help us create more awareness about bike travel. You can read about them here. This spring, Adventure Cycling staff attended industry events Bike and Pike Expo and Sea Otter, reconnecting with our beloved cycling community and introducing 200+ attendees (cyclists and industry professionals) to the concept of adventure cycling and our mission. Tours: 269 people have finished a tour with us this year. Bike travel season is just getting started, and we’re expecting to host 1,148 participants on Adventure Cycling’s Guided Tours in 2023. Over the past few months, Adventure Cycling’s program leadership team... --- - Published: 2023-05-02 - Modified: 2024-02-23 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/2023-adventure-cycling-association-ambassadors/ - Authors: Jessica Zephyrs In order to address the problem of a sometimes inaccessible, exclusive cycling culture, we have begun an ambassador program.  Ambassadors have been selected to help represent the mission of Adventure Cycling to emerging riders, by sharing their experience and connecting others to the transformational power of bike travel.   This ambassador program was created in the spirit of the Greg Siple Award, which was developed to introduce more young people to bicycle travel, and named in honor of Adventure Cycling’s cofounder and longtime art director Greg Siple.  We are proud to introduce you to our 2023 Adventure Cycling Association Ambassadors: Ariel Marlowe For Ariel (he/they), the goal was always to bikepack. He’d seen the cool bikes, the beautiful images, and heard the stories from friends and eventually set his mind to having his own adventures. Over the past year, with support from Cycleast he began having and taking people on some amazing trips. Having the opportunity to comfortably grow through attainable challenges is something that’s become incredibly important to him. This year he’d like to help lead more Bike Overnights and eventually multi day trips. He’s excited to partner with Adventure Cycling to use the experience, opportunities, and resources he’s attained to create safe spaces for others to explore, have fun, and grow. Mike Ripley Mike (he/him) has had a passion for cycling ever since he taught himself to ride a bike in middle school. Bikes have always been a constant whether it was riding to hang out at friend’s houses, building ill advised... --- - Published: 2023-04-19 - Modified: 2024-02-23 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/update-from-the-ed-and-board-of-directors/ - Authors: Daniel Mrgan Letter from the ED We created this newsletter to reconnect with our community and foster a culture of transparency. Throughout 2022, we have shared progress towards key initiatives, and our staff has worked hard on program assessments and alignment to our core purpose, which has helped organize our focus and define priorities for the year ahead. For decades, Adventure Cycling has been fortunate to sustain our structure with an annual membership model and supplemental revenue streams. Many of you have and continue to give through generous donations, and we thank you for your ongoing support. The world around us is different than it was a year ago and much different than it was three or five years ago. Our loyal community is aging, and our member model is less relevant to younger generations. We have not focused enough on bringing new people into our community or exploring new vehicles for member engagement. And like many non-profits, we are experiencing headwinds from inflation and uncertain economic conditions. To ensure a bright future for Adventure Cycling, we have to approach our work differently, and we have to make some changes to maintain responsible financial reserves. Unfortunately, this includes a 13% reduction in our workforce. The entire organization worked hard to find other ways to cut costs, but ultimately these staff reductions were necessary. We have provided our departing staff members with as generous a severance package as possible. As we move into spring of 2023, I’m looking forward to turning over a... --- - Published: 2023-04-11 - Modified: 2024-02-23 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/join-or-renew-to-win-a-bike-travel-prize-package/ - Authors: Brian Bonham When you join or renew your membership during the Spring Member Drive, you'll be entered to win some seriously cool prizes generously donated by our corporate partners. PLUS, we'll add your name to the drawing for a brand new bikepacking bike from Tumbleweed Bicycle Co. !   Spring into riding season with new gear when you Join or Renew your membership during the Spring Member Drive! Daniel Mrgan Spring Member Drive Prize Package When you Join or Renew your membership today, we'll enter your name into the drawing for this incredible prize package: $150 Gift Card to Club Ride Apparel BikeFlights box + shipping voucher for $300  Two Divide racks from Old Man Mountain plus a gift certificate for $150 Osprey Transporter 65L pack Waterfield designs messenger bag  PDW Bell  Two water bottles from Watr Bodl Ombraz Sunglasses Adventure Cycling Coozie, Picnic Blanket, Patch, Stem Cap, Winter Cycling Cap, & Camp Mug  Thank you to our partners for their generous donations to this year's Spring Member Drive prize package!   --- - Published: 2023-04-03 - Modified: 2024-02-23 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/signage-on-usbrs-7-in-connecticut-thanks-to-stakeholder-efforts/ - Authors: Jessica Zephyrs We are proud to announce an impressive U. S. Bicycle Route System success from our partnership with Housatonic Heritage. Cyclists passing through Connecticut — on their way to New York City, Montreal, or points in between — now have the option to turn off their devices, ignore the maps, and enjoy the scenery, without fear of missing a turn. With funding from the Upper Housatonic Valley National Heritage Area (Housatonic Heritage), each of the 12 towns in Connecticut that U. S. Bicycle Route 7 passes through was furnished with the green and white signs, posts, and fasteners, necessary to keep riders on track, whether north or south-bound.   “We were delighted to provide the materials,” said Dan Bolognani, Executive Director of Housatonic Heritage, “but this effort would not have been successful without the partnership of the individual municipalities, whose highway departments installed the signs, and the many volunteers who identified signpost locations, and delivered materials to each of the towns. ”  Also known as the Western New England Greenway, USBR 7 runs from Norwalk, Connecticut, to the Canadian Border, covering 3 states and 400 miles. It was designed to connect the East Coast Greenway with Quebec’s Route Verte, and provide local as well as touring cyclists with a safe and scenic alternative to the region’s main thoroughfare: U. S. Highway 7.   While signing U. S. Bicycle Routes is optional, Adventure Cycling Association highly recommends taking that step. It helps brand the route, provides wayfinding for cyclists, and increases safety by... --- - Published: 2023-03-27 - Modified: 2024-02-23 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/updates-from-our-ed-and-board-of-directors/ - Authors: Jessica Zephyrs Happy New Year! The past year has been one of many changes for Adventure Cycling. Despite the pandemic, I’m happy to report that the organization is in excellent health and that the Board of Directors and leadership team are looking forward to a productive year. I’m writing today to introduce myself and to bring you some updates. This year, the Board will communicate more directly with members. In addition to the annual review we publish, we will also send periodic updates about activities and priorities through a new quarterly newsletter from Executive Director Jennifer O’Dell, coming soon. Introductions First, an update on the Board of Director elections. The January board meeting is when we hold Board elections for new and returning Board members, and for Board officers. It is also when we say goodbye to Board members who are stepping off. This election cycle we said farewell to Steve Seto and George Mendes; welcomed Scott Edwards and Erick Cedeño; and re-elected Joyce Casey to her third term. I’m M. E. (short for Maria Elena) Price and am thrilled to be the newly elected President of the Adventure Cycling Board of Directors. Many of you know me through my previous work on the Board, where I’ve served for four years. I’ve been involved with bike travel since I could ride a bike. I was fortunate to grow up in a family business whose sole purpose was to get people out traveling by bicycle. Although most of my touring has been overseas, I... --- - Published: 2023-02-03 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/were-celebrating-a-transportation-win-for-cyclists-in-montana/ - Authors: Kate Whittle We’re proud to announce a win for cyclists on one of Montana’s scenic thoroughfares that links up popular Adventure Cycling routes. The five-mile section of US 93 in Montana immediately west of Whitefish has been an area of concern to Adventure Cycling Association. The road conditions create unsafe circumstances for cyclists but there is no reroute available. Adventure Cycling’s advocacy team urged the Montana Department of Transportation to address safety issues with this road section and was assured that in the coming years, there will be investment and improvements for the road.   This section of highway is used by two of Adventure Cycling’s routes, the Northern Tier and Great Parks North. It’s also used by cyclists on the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route to access the Whitefish Bike Retreat, a very popular destination for traveling cyclists.   Graphic depicting overview map of U. S. 93 section slated for improvement. Illustration by Daniel Mrgan We’ve received numerous reports over several years from riders that they feel unsafe due to crumbling shoulders and heavy traffic moving at high speeds.   In January 2023, we sent a formal letter of concern to MDT, requesting that the section of US 93 be prioritized for immediate improvements that would increase cyclist’s safety. The Montana Department of Transportation promises us that this section of the road will be prioritized: "MDT has a reconstruction project in development for the area of concern, tentatively schedule for construction in 2025. The new roadway will have 8’ shoulders and a... --- - Published: 2022-12-05 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/details-on-usbrs-updates-fall-2022/ - Authors: Jennifer Hamelman It feels like the USBRS got an early holiday gift! One new state added to the system and two more routes totaling an additional almost 425 miles! We are so close to crossing over to 19,000 miles – we only need 47 more to get there.   ***Psst... . if you're reading this before Dec. 15, be sure to register for our USBRS Success Stories Webinar! Registration is free! *** Arkansas joined the USBRS with a splash by designating the first segment of USBR 80 from West Memphis, Tennessee to Little Rock. While USBR 21 in Tennessee closes a 250 mile gap in that route allowing it to stretch 1,034 miles from Cleveland, Ohio all the way to Atlanta, Georgia.   Additionally, Minnesota, New York and Ohio made adjustments to USBRS routes based on cyclist feedback and infrastructure improvements, enhancing the cycling experience.   Read on for more details of each of these additions! Arkansas  The first segment of USBR 80 in the country travels west from West Memphis, on the Mississippi River at the Tennessee border, to Little Rock, where the Big Dam Bridge crosses the Arkansas River. Along the way, it passes through rural areas and historical downtowns of the Arkansas Delta, including Marianna, home of the James Beard Award-winning Jones Bar-B-Q Diner, and Stuttgart, known for its waterfowl tourism on the Mississippi Flyway. The route will eventually continue to the Oklahoma border. USBR 80’s route selection is thanks in part to consulting firm Crafton Tull, which conducted... --- - Published: 2022-10-06 - Modified: 2024-09-09 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/bike-your-park-day-2022-adventures-and-photos/ - Authors: Kate Whittle Thank you to the hundreds of cyclists who celebrated Bike Your Park Day! Here are just a few of the fun stories and photos you all shared with us. Members Robert and Mary Jane Watson: "We had an amazing Bike Your Park Day in Yellowstone National Park. " Cheryle Jones-Johnson: "Led a great group of 5 other women on an 18. 5- mile ride on the Fish Lake Trail, a park in Spokane, WA. Then we had lunch at the Elk Restaurant nearby, including a little birthday party for a participant. Lots of fun! " Bob Cameron - "We biked for ice cream from Rainbow Falls State Park on the Wallapa Rails to Trails. " Jaime Miranda – Texas Pharr Ride Steve Pierce - "Here is the only photo of me riding my 4th of 5 sections of Skyline Drive (Shenandoah National Park). I stopped by the 75 mile marker because it was my age. ? ? Next September will complete the goal of riding Skyline Drive both ways (200 mi), but in 10 days... Thanks for spurring me on. I may finally get company next year. " Dave Connelly - " Nine of us local cyclists enjoyed exploring parts of Jordan Lake State Recreation Area. The dam that created Jordan Lake is federally owned and managed. Most of the resulting lake is part of the NC State Parks system. " Ed Brennan, president of the Albany Bicycle Coalition - "The Albany Bicycle Coalition and the Museum of Capital Corruption held a very... --- - Published: 2022-10-06 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/time-for-a-makeover-adventure-cyclist-has-a-glow-up-for-its-50th-volume/ - Authors: Ally Mabry A note from our Editor-in-Chief, Carolyne Whelan: You may have noticed changes over the past few years, from programming to leadership. These changes, including this one I am writing to share with you, signify something much bigger, and hopefully much grander than the sum of their parts. To better represent the current state of media, the reading patterns of most members, and the sort of enriching experience we hope to deliver, Adventure Cyclist is changing its production as part of our 50th volume. We are going to 76-page issues, perfect-bound, and bimonthly. Adventure Cycling embraces these shifts with full and open hearts. This is indeed a philosophical shift as well as a physical one. Currently, the magazine is nine issues per volume, averaging 60 pages per issue (between 52 and 68) and is saddle stitched (staple-bound like a catalog). Our current magazines are fast, casual reads for some members, but in many months the issues stack up as readers struggle to balance time to sit and read a magazine with time working, caring for family, or in the saddle on cycling adventures.  The magazines are designed to be rolled up and tossed into a pannier or even a jersey pocket to be read by headlamp. This shift to six issues per volume, 76 pages per issue, with an enhanced cover, and perfect bound, celebrates the legacy of the magazine and of Adventure Cycling as a whole. When Adventure Cycling first started as Bikecentennial and for many years after, it focused on routes... --- - Published: 2022-10-01 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/updates-from-our-ed-and-board/ - Authors: Jessica Zephyrs Happy New Year! The past year has been one of many changes for Adventure Cycling. Despite the pandemic, I’m happy to report that the organization is in excellent health and that the Board of Directors and leadership team are looking forward to a productive year. I’m writing today to introduce myself and to bring you some updates. This year, the Board will communicate more directly with members. In addition to the annual review we publish, we will also send periodic updates about activities and priorities through a new quarterly newsletter from Executive Director Jennifer O’Dell, coming soon. Introductions First, an update on the Board of Director elections. The January board meeting is when we hold Board elections for new and returning Board members, and for Board officers. It is also when we say goodbye to Board members who are stepping off. This election cycle we said farewell to Steve Seto and George Mendes; welcomed Scott Edwards and Erick Cedeño; and re-elected Joyce Casey to her third term. I’m M. E. (short for Maria Elena) Price and am thrilled to be the newly elected President of the Adventure Cycling Board of Directors. Many of you know me through my previous work on the Board, where I’ve served for four years. I’ve been involved with bike travel since I could ride a bike. I was fortunate to grow up in a family business whose sole purpose was to get people out traveling by bicycle. Although most of my touring has been overseas, I... --- - Published: 2022-09-27 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/member-drive-giveaway-bike-flights-shipping-voucher-mone-bike/ - Authors: Brian Bonham When you join or renew your membership during the September Member Drive, you'll be entered to win some seriously cool prizes generously donated by our corporate partners. This week we're highlighting prizes from Bike Flights and MONe Bikes Take your adventure worldwide with a $300 shipping voucher from BikeFlights! You'll be entered to win when you join or renew your membership today! Ally Mabry BikeFlights Shipping Voucher & Cardboard Bike Shipping Box BikeFlights. com is an easy-to-use bicycle shipping service and a supplier of easy-to-pack bike shipping boxes. Over one million riders have used BikeFlights to ship their bikes, wheels, and gear with confidence since 2009. Adventure Cycling members save 10% off all BikeFlights Bike Shipping Boxes in BikeFlights. com’s online store, but when you join or renew today, we’ll enter you to win a $300 shipping voucher and a free cardboard BikeFlights Shipping Box!   Join or Renew your membership this month and enter to win! MONe Pebblito Gravel Bike Ally Mabry MONe Pebblito Gravel Bike El Pebblito is the MONe version of the ultimate in gravel bike. They went extra fancy on the tubeset for this one. Columbus gave it their “Life” designation, which is about the best as it gets for fancy Italian tubing... only thing fancier is “Max”... . and wouldn’t you know it, that’s what the top and downtube are... beautifully shaped and swedged, super light and strong. It makes a super light platform that’s still up for some bikepacking. Top tube tank mounts, downtube (top/bottom) anything mounts means it’s ready for some cyclo-touring. It’s got... --- - Published: 2022-09-20 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/rider-alert-emergency-route-detour-on-southern-tier/ - Authors: Kate Whittle Adventure Cycling is recommending a major detour for cyclists riding the Southern Tier in Louisiana on Map Section 6 (New Orleans to DeFuniak Springs, Florida. ) The West Pearl River Bridge (map #87, west of Pearlington, Louisiana) is indefinitely closed to all traffic as of September 2022 after inspectors found significant deterioration of the deck supports during a routine inspection. Read the DOT’s emergency announcement here. There are no easy detours around the closure for bicyclists. One option is to get a ride or rent a vehicle to drive across I-10 using the posted vehicle detour. Bicyclists are prohibited from riding on I-10 and I-59. Another option is to ride a 117-mile detour between Slidell, Louisiana and Pass Christian, Mississippi. This detour crosses the Pearl River near Bogalusa, Louisiana. The highways in Louisiana generally have good shoulders, but the highways in Mississippi have narrow to non-existent shoulders. We tried to use backroads as much as possible. Maps of the detour: Eastbound Detour Map Westbound Detour Map Please feel free to share this information with your cycling community. For more information on this situation, visit our Temporary ACA Route Road Closure Forum discussion. Be sure to check for other Map Updates and Corrections on all our routes before you leave for a trip. Ride safe! --- - Published: 2022-09-20 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/member-drive-giveaway-revelate-spinelock-2-feed-bags-club-ride-gift-certificate/ - Authors: Brian Bonham When you join or renew your membership during the September Member Drive, you'll be entered to win some seriously cool prizes generously donated by our corporate partners. This week we're highlighting prizes from Revelate and Club Ride.   Revelate Spinelock Daniel Mrgan Revelate Feed Bags Daniel Mrgan Revelate SPINELOCK™ 10L + 2x feed bags Revelate set out to create the most stable, low profile mounted, feature loaded, waterproof seat bag available. The Spinelock™ seat bag checks all the boxes. The Spinelock integrates user tested and approved features like a one-way air purge valve, rear light slots, loop and bungee deck, and an external plastic bottom with a new patented attachment system. Stability was the driving element in the design process. If you want something you can pack and forget, the Spinelock is your seat bag.   Nearly 15 years ago Revelate's Mountain Feedbags started the entire category of stem bags. They've proven their worth on just about every major backcountry race and route that exists. As the name suggests, the Mountain Feedbag is an on-the-go aid station for endurance riding. It offers ample food storage with fumble free one-handed access via an innovative drawcord system. Slightly larger than the previous version, you can now easily fit your beloved one-liter Nalgene bottle, camera lenses, and more. They've also added an additional outside pocket, leaving you with more space for wrappers, sunscreen, granola bars and other small items. The Mountain Feedbag also works well as a bike-mounted lens case for mirrorless camera systems.... --- - Published: 2022-09-13 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/member-drive-giveaway-watrbodl-bottles-forager-cable-cherries/ - Authors: Brian Bonham When you join or renew your membership during the September Member Drive, you'll be entered to win some seriously cool prizes generously donated by our corporate partners. This week we're highlighting prizes from WatrBodl and Forager.   WatrBodl bottles Daniel Mrgan WatrBodl bottles Ride today like there’s no tomorrow. These WatrBodls are 22oz/650ml, 70 gr, Phthalate free, and BPA free. They are made by Flexible LDPE material and the Purist Pure Taste Technology! One lucky winner that Join or Renew their membership this month will win! ! Join or Renew your membership today for entry into our Member Drive giveaway! Daniel Mrgan Forager Cable Cherries The Cable Cherries are durable, reusable, and ergonomic cable crimps made in the USA. No more crimps wiggling off your cable, leaving a frayed, pokey end. Forager Cable cherries provide a "handle" for your cable end, making brake and shifting adjustments a breeze. These cherries are re-usable! Don't worry about keeping a constant supply of crimps floating around your workbench. If one does happen to fall off your bike, they'll send a free replacement. They are environmentally friendly too- shipped using entirely recycled materials & minimal plastic. When you Join or Renew your membership during the Member Drive, you'll be entered for a chance to win! ! --- - Published: 2022-09-06 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/member-drive-giveaway-little-bike-bag-aeropress-go/ - Authors: Brian Bonham When you join or renew your membership during the September Member Drive, you'll be entered to win some seriously cool prizes generously donated by our corporate partners. This week we're highlighting prizes from Little Bike Bags and AeroPress.   Little Bike Bags Frame Pack Daniel Mrgan Little Bike Bag Frame Pack Leave the boredom behind and let this cheerful bike bag carry your essentials while on your ride! This triangle bag fits perfectly on road bikes. It’s a perfect fit for small wallets, phones, keys, cards, and rescue kits. With outside zipper entry and Velcro straps for frame attachment, the little bike bag is soft and light; it won’t weigh you down! One lucky winner that Join or Renew their membership this month will win! ! Join or Renew your membership today for entry into our Member Drive giveaway! Daniel Mrgan AeroPress GO + Reusable Filter The AeroPress Go travel coffee maker is engineered to fuel an active lifestyle. It gives coffee lovers everything they need to conveniently brew superb coffee anywhere. Like the AeroPress Original, the AeroPress Go provides the same great taste and brews American, espresso, and cold brew style coffee that can be enjoyed as is or used in a wide range of energizing and refreshing drinks. Designed in Silicon Valley, Made in USA.  When you Join or Renew your membership during the Member Drive, you'll be entered for a chance to win! ! --- - Published: 2022-08-31 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/member-drive-giveaway-adventure-cycling-map-set-and-osprey-packs/ - Authors: Brian Bonham When you join or renew your membership during the September Member Drive, you'll be entered to win some seriously cool prizes generously donated by our corporate partners. This week we're highlighting prizes from Osprey and an Adventure Cycling Route Network map set! Thank you to Osprey for contributing these amazing prizes!   Osprey Hip Pack and Duffel Photo by Daniel Mrgan Prefer an off-the-back hydration solution instead of an over-the-shoulder pack? The Seral 7 lumbar pack was made for you. Featuring an included 1. 5-liter lumbar reservoir and magnetic bite valve that attaches to the hip belt for easy access. Some lumbar packs have a tendency to creep around while you ride, we promise this one won't. Compression straps pull the pack into your lower back and wrap around your hips for supreme stability, even over technical terrain. A zippered main compartment and hip belt pockets fit your spare tube, patch kit, CO2 inflator and more.   Transporter® Duffel 65 Photo Credit: Daniel Mrgan Built with ruggedly dependable, weather-resistant fabrics, the Transporter® Duffel 65 is great for gear-intensive weekends or longer. Featuring a stowaway harness, this bag is more than a duffel, comfortable to carry, and the perfect short trip companion. Built from bluesign® approved recycled polyester with dual-sided TPU coating inside and out, burly hardware, stiffened main body fabric with protective accent ribs, overlapping zipper and a PFC-free DWR coating that protects your gear from the elements.   Adventure Cycling Map Set Photo Credit: Daniel Mrgan Adventure Cycling Map... --- - Published: 2022-08-30 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/the-september-member-drive-is-under-way/ - Authors: Brian Bonham When you join or renew your membership during the September Member Drive, you'll be entered to win some seriously cool prizes generously donated by our corporate partners! The September Member Drive is Under Way! Join or Renew your membership by 9/31/22 for entry into the ultimate prize drawing and a chance to win a brand new MONe Bikes El Pebblito gravel bike. Stay tuned throughout the month for details on everything you can win!   Prize Package:  Cardboard BikeFlights Bike Shipping Box and a single-use, up-to-$300 bicycle shipping voucher good for one-way, round-trip or multi-city domestic travel within the U. S. $200 gift certificate to Club Ride Apparel  Revelate seat pack + feed bags  Osprey hip pack + duffel Little Bike Bag frame pack  Forager Cable cherries  Aeropress GO + reusable filter  WatrBodl bottles  Adventure Cycling Map Set of your choice  Join or Renew today for your chance to win! ! --- - Published: 2022-08-12 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/meet-miri-hardy-from-bike-myakka/ - Authors: Kate Whittle Thank you to Miri Hardy, Executive Director of Friends of Myakka River, for sharing about last year's Bike Your Park Day ride at Myakka River State Park in Florida. The creative event combined biking, public works and poetry! We're hosting Bike Your Park Day in conjunction with National Public Lands Day again this year, so if Miri's event is inspiring, register to lead a trip near you, or join an existing ride! We asked Miri to tell us more about how she got involved in cycling. Adventure Cycling: How did you get involved with Friends of the Myakka River and Bike Myakka? Miri: Like many, at the start of the pandemic, I started spending a LOT of time outside in nature. I always enjoyed spending time at Myakka River State Park, one of Florida's oldest, and largest, State Parks, and typically rode the park's stunning paved 7-mile main drive . During the pandemic, the park offered a safe, beautiful, and, importantly, very spacious, place to get away from it all. And, aided by a mountain bike I thankfully purchased before bike supplies ran out, I started exploring Myakka's extensive backcountry trails, and quickly became an off-road convert! What with spending so much time in the park, after a few months, I had a suggestion (or ten! ) for park staff, especially in regard to making the park more bike (and biker) friendly. Serendipitously, Ranger Zack Westmark, one of the park's amazing rangers, is a keen cyclist, and he was just starting to introduce... --- - Published: 2022-08-05 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/combining-biking-and-public-service-with-bike-myakka/ - Authors: Kate Whittle by Miri Hardy, Executive Director of Friends of Myakka River Last year's theme for National Public Lands Day, the nation's largest single-day volunteer event for public lands, was “More ways to connect to nature. ” Adventure Cycling's Bike Your Park Day, which encourages exploring parks by bicycle, is celebrated on the same day. So at Myakka River State Park in Sarasota, Florida, we combined a stewardship project at the park with a fun, and informative, guided bike ride. We called our event “Bike Myakka! for Biodiversity. ”  One of the ways many connect to the unique beauty of Myakka River State Park is through cycling. With Bike Myakka! , an initiative of Friends of Myakka River, we aim to build and sustain such connections in a meaningful way to the benefit of future generations and our own. In keeping with our mission, we planned a service component and guided bike ride to offer participants a deeper dive (or ride, as the case may be) into exactly why invasive plants are such a big issue at the park. “Our service projects have always had a learning component to them,” says Michelle Keirsey, Park Services Specialist. “Bike Myakka! for Biodiversity was the first in awhile where that was the main focus. ” By spending more time connecting with Myakka through recreation, while also acquiring a deeper understanding of the threats these delicate ecosystems face, Michelle hoped that such events can inspire positive change in participants, perhaps even more so than would result from an event focused... --- - Published: 2022-07-21 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/bolt-act-passes-house-of-representatives/ - Authors: Kate Whittle In exciting news for off-road bicycle travel, the Biking On Long Distance Trails Act has been approved by the House!   The bipartisan legislation now awaits discussion on the Senate floor The BOLT Act directs that federal land managers develop 10 long-distance bike trails, and defines long-distance trails as more than 80 miles. The BOLT Act is supported by several outdoor recreation groups, including Adventure Cycling Association, Bikepacking Roots and the International Mountain Biking Association. "Bike travel is a sustainable way for people to explore and appreciate our public lands, and that's why the BOLT Act is so important," says Katie Harris, Director of Community Impact at Adventure Cycling. "Adventure Cycling supports the bill because it will immediately improve conditions for current bike travelers, and create new possibility and inspiration for our growing community. " Thank you to everyone who signed our petition in support of the BOLT Act. There's still time to sign to help show the Senate your support of public biking trails. Get in. We're going for a long distance bike ride because the House just passed @RepJoeNeguse and my BOLT Act. pic. twitter. com/VSCMrqlevu — Rep. Susie Lee (@RepSusieLee) July 19, 2022 --- - Published: 2022-07-06 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/usbrs-tops-18-000-miles/ - Authors: Jennifer Hamelman Spring is a time for new growth and happily the USBRS is on trend and growing! Late last month three new routes were approved alongside a couple of adjustments to existing routes. These routes add more than 650 miles to the U. S. Bicycle Route System bringing the total number of miles to 18,534! Two new states join the USBRS fold: Oklahoma and Delaware with USBR 66 and USBR 201 respectively. Minnesota added a fourth route with USBR 20 while Indiana and Michigan made some minor (though significant) adjustments to two USBRS routes.   Read on for more details of each of these additions! BikeOklahoma Oklahoma USBR 66 has been in the works for a number of years so the celebration’s especially sweet for the Oklahoma Department of Transportation, state-wide advocates and communities dotting the route who worked collaboratively to bring this designation across the finish line. The route crosses the state from the Kansas border near Miami in its northeast corner to the Texas Panhandle near Elk City on the west. This section of USBR 66 holds the distinction of the most rideable miles of the “Mother Road”, Historic Route 66, passing many famous landmarks along the way. Two cyclists enjoy riding the Central Lakes Trail on USBR 20 in Minnesota. Kvidt Creative, Explore Alexandria Tourism Minnesota The fourth route in the state, USBR 20 begins on the west bank of the Mississippi River in St. Cloud, travels northwest, passing numerous towns and several of the state’s 10,000 lakes... --- - Published: 2022-06-24 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/thank-you-to-everyone-who-attended-bike-travel-weekend/ - Authors: Kate Whittle Bike Travel Weekend Bandon Bicycle Works Thank you to all the riders who made Bike Travel Weekend 2022 June 3-5 a wonderful event! We heard from participants all across the country who had a great weekend getting out on their bikes with friends and family. Some highlights from our survey: Meeting new riders. Barbecued brisket for dinner! Olympian and coeur d'alene trails Meeting fellow cyclists in the city that I just moved to. Being with the grandchildren Racoon hiding in the tree Getting three riders who weren't used to riding their bicycles off of established trails and getting them more experience riding with a group and on roadways and bike lanes that take them where they want to go. meeting new people, going to a beautiful place close to home Cycling with friends. Having experienced cyclists to answer questions. Meeting strangers who quickly became friends. More than half our group were women and minorities and ages ranged from 25 to 70+. We all got along so well! Riding and camping with my son on a beautiful evening beautiful weather & traveling via bicycle with friends The experience, travelling with family and the overnight. Not to mention the Ice Cream stop on the way home. And many of you shared challenges including weather, logistics of getting to the start point, "biting deer flies" (ugh) and of course: "Hills! " Thank you to everyone who registered! We'll soon be opening up registration for Bike Your Park Day in September! --- - Published: 2022-06-17 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/adventure-cycling-rides-with-austin-kids/ - Authors: Kate Whittle In May, two Adventure Cycling staffers went down to Austin, Texas for a special week of Bike Overnights outreach events, including a ride with the Langford Elementary Bike Club's first ever bike overnight trip! With the help of the Ghisallo Cycling Initiative, we brought 10 kids and 9 adults on a trip to a state park campground. Most of the kids had never been camping, let alone bike camping! We had a mechanic/medic, 2 support vehicles that carried gear, four ride leaders, and two cooks who put together a wonderful dinner at the campsite. Caption Bike Overnights Project Manager Carmen Aiken (right) commands the snack table while leading an educational talk The group stopped to swim a few times along the way in the Texas heat. On Friday morning all the kids biked back to school for Bike to School Day. Thank you to everyone who attended, and Adventure Cycling members for your support! Our donors and members make this work possible. --- - Published: 2022-06-16 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/cyclists-advised-to-avoid-yellowstone-flooding-areas/ - Authors: Kate Whittle JUNE 16, 2022 - Travelers are advised to avoid the Yellowstone National Park area due to disastrous flooding that has closed all entrances and roads in the park. Adventure Cycling's TransAmerica Trail and Parks, Peaks and Prairies routes both contain sections that travel near or through Yellowstone Park. Although the entire Park is currently completely closed, the majority of the serious damage is in the northern portion of the park. At this time, there is no reported damage to the roads used by the TransAmerica Trail, which travels through the west and southern portions of the Park. We are hopeful that if/when the Park partially reopens, the TransAmerica Trail will be passable. There is some reported flood damage on the Parks, Peaks, and Prairies route between Canyon Junction and Fishing Bridge. The road is potentially compromised and being evaluated. We do not have a recommended detour for the Parks, Peaks, and Prairies route. Cyclists are advised to check Current Conditions posted by the park before proceeding with any trip plans near Yellowstone, and obey any local travel restrictions or advisories. Adventure Cycling does not have the resources to provide up-to-the-minute emergency response, but our cartographers are working to find alternate routing when possible. Our cartographers currently recommend any TransAm riders in the area take the digital-only Teton Valley Alternate. This 139. 3 mile alternate to bypass the Park begins in West Yellowstone, MT, and heads west, south and east through Idaho into Wyoming. You'll ride 36 miles on US 20 through... --- - Published: 2022-06-15 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/our-impact-at-bikerversary/ - Authors: advcycle Adventure Cycling Association's mission to inspire, empower, and connect with people to bicycle travel is the reason for our Bike Overnights Program. We were invited to Bikerversary in Atlanta, Georgia. Bikerversary is an outdoor bicycle festival that celebrates black folks on bikes with a block party, rides, races, panels, art exhibit, and awards. As part of our participation in Bikerversary, Adventure Cycling board member Erick Cedeño — also of Bicycle Nomad — joined the festivities. To share the joy of bicycle travel, he went on a bikepacking trip to Panola State Mountain Park and talked about his unique bicycle adventures with people new to bicycle travel. Once Erick arrived in Atlanta, he met with our new Events Coordinator, Timberley Jones of Spokes Digital Media. Their partnership included spreading the word about Adventure Cycling and our Bike Overnights Program. The bike overnights adventure started at Loose Nuts Cycles and ended about 25 miles away at Panola State Mountain Park Campgrounds. The weather and vibes were great!  Along the way, Erick and Timberley brainstormed ways to inspire and share resources with people who are interested in experiencing the joy of bike travel. Erick and Timberley rode to Panola Mountain State Park, set up their tents, and spent the night under the stars. Friday morning came fast, and they left the campsite for the ride back to Atlanta. Bikerversary 2022 Community Ride Saturday, Timberley set up an information table at the outdoor event. She engaged cyclists with questions about their bike adventures and... --- - Published: 2022-06-13 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/amtrak-expands-bike-service-on-dc-to-chicago-route/ - Authors: Kate Whittle If you've been thinking about a bike adventure on the Great Allegheny Passage or C&O Canal, now's the time! Amtrak is making it easy by expanding bike service along the Capitol Limited corridor, which runs from DC to Chicago. Each train will accommodate up to 12 bicycles, so hop on in DC and hop off at any number of stations along these two amazing long-distance trails! Roll-on service will be available at every station along the corridor, and you can reserve a spot for your bike when you book your Amtrak ticket. Learn more on Amtrak's site. --- - Published: 2022-05-17 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/wildfire-shuts-down-portion-of-great-divide-mountain-bike-route/ - Authors: Kate Whittle Adventure Cycling is recommending large detours for any Great Divide Mountain Bike Riders who might be riding in New Mexico in the next few days or weeks. The Black Fire stands at 56,132 acres as of May 17 in the Gila National Forest near Silver City, New Mexico, according to InciWeb. Several trails and roads are closed while agencies respond. Adventure Cycling cartographers have posted suggested detours in our forums, where riders can find temporary road closure information for all of our routes throughout the bike travel season. Starting Thursday May 19, three of four national forests the Great Divide traverses in New Mexico will be closed to public access due to Stage III fire restrictions. Our cartographers will continue to update road closures on our forums as much as possible. Riders on any of our routes can also see a Current Conditions overlay on our Adventure Cycling Route Network overview map that displays wildfire incidents across the United States. Select the buttons for fire data. We strive to keep our information updated, but travelers should always check with the governing agency of the public lands they intend to visit first. Important links: Temporary Adventure Cycling Route Closures (no login needed to view) InciWeb Incident Information System (Interagency government wbsite for all fire and natural disaster alerts) --- - Published: 2022-05-06 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/announcing-intermountain-connector-routes-in-partnership-with-bikepacking-roots/ - Authors: Kate Whittle Two epic mountain biking routes run north to south across the western United States - the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route, which was released by Adventure Cycling Association in 1998, and the Western Wildlands Route created by Bikepacking Roots in 2017 and inspired by the Great Divide. Now for the first time, the two organizations are formally partnering to release six routes between the GDMBR and WWR so cyclists can create loops between the point-to-point routes. These east-west links will allow riders to create logistically simpler and more seasonally appropriate loops, or can be ridden as adventures in of themselves. Most of the riding is on non-technical dirt roads and 4x4 tracks, and the routes were mapped with knobby tires and mountain bikes in mind rather than skinny-tired gravel bikes. Water sources and resupply stops are regularly available and detailed in the route waypoints, guidebook, and mobile app. The connectors cross exceptionally diverse desert, mountain, and plateau landscapes. They highlight public lands from the forests of Idaho and Montana, to the peaks of the Teton and Wasatch ranges, to the red rock canyons of Utah, and the high desert of Arizona. Connectors include: The 156-mile Teton Connector links from Idaho to Wyoming through Snake River Plain via a mix of agricultural lands and shallow canyons, passes several hot springs, and climbs over the rugged Big Hole Mountains The 947-mile TransRockies connector from Salt Lake City to Denver is a stunning and diverse 2-3 week challenge with Colorado Plateau badlands and... --- - Published: 2022-04-12 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/updates-from-adventure-cyclings-executive-director/ - Authors: advcycle A version of this message went out via email to all members who are subscribed to our updates on March 8. Letter from the Executive Director First, I’d like to discuss how we’re impacting our mission, which is, “To engage, empower, and connect people to travel by bicycle. ” I’m very excited to report that we started the year with record Tour registrations! We have 1,274 registered participants, which is double where we typically are this time of year. We wrapped up 2021 with 980 tour participants. We are getting prepped for the 2022 season with leader training, new leadership development, and the start of the season with tours in Florida and Hawaii.   Our Bike Overnights program is a strategy we use to entice more people into multi-day cycling trips, and it has been a success in helping people from marginalized communities travel by bike. Late last year we completed an assessment of the initiative, and learned that giving stipends is our most effective strategy. In 2021, Bike Overnights rights in Chicago, Mexico City, Seattle, Portland, Austin, New Haven and Madison engaged 100 entry-level riders with $3,000 in stipends. This was a great validation, and we’ll increase these stipends in 2022 to reach even more people.   We also continue to advocate for improved policy and more routes. This March, at the National Bike Summit, we’ll partner with Rails-to-Trails, East Coast Greenway, WABA and local groups in DC to host a mobile workshop focused on partnerships as a strategy... --- - Published: 2022-04-12 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/spring-adventure-cycling-updates-from-the-board-of-directors/ - Authors: Kate Whittle A version of this message went out to Adventure Cycling members via email on Feb. 1. First, an update on Board of Director elections. The January board meeting is when we hold Board elections for new and returning Board members, and for Board officers. It is also when we say goodbye to Board members who are stepping off. This election cycle we said farewell to Steve Seto and George Mendes; welcomed Scott Edwards and Erik Cedeño; and re-elected Joyce Casey to her third term.   I’m M. E. (short for Maria Elena) Price, and am thrilled to be the newly elected President of the Adventure Cycling Board of Directors. Many of you know me through my previous work on the Board, where I’ve served for four years. I’ve been involved with bike travel since I could ride a bike. I was fortunate to grow up in a family business whose sole purpose was to get people out traveling by bicycle. Although most of my touring has been overseas, I hope to do more here in North America with the help of Adventure Cycling! Along with my sister, I own the Colorado-based Experience Plus Bicycle Tours and Italy-based BikesPlus. (Find more of my bio here along with all the other Board Member bios. ) I want to thank the outgoing president, Joyce Casey, who was president for three years and vice-president before that. Her term as President ended at our January 2022 meeting. Under her steady leadership, the Board was effective... --- - Published: 2022-03-01 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/member-drive-giveaway-bikeflights-voucher-mone-el-pebblito-gravel-bike/ - Authors: Teri Maloughney When you join or renew your membership during the February Member Drive, you'll be entered to win some seriously cool prizes generously donated by our corporate partners. This week we're highlighting two of our amazing prizes: a $300 shipping voucher from BikeFlights. com, and a brand new MONe El Pebblito Gravel Bike! !  You can check out the full prize package here.   Take your adventure worldwide with a $300 shipping voucher from BikeFlights! You'll be entered to win when you join or renew your membership today! Ally Mabry $300 BikeFlights Shipping Voucher BikeFlights. com is an easy-to-use bicycle shipping service and a supplier of easy-to-pack bike shipping boxes. Over one million riders have used BikeFlights to ship their bikes, wheels, and gear with confidence since 2009. Adventure Cycling members save 10% off all BikeFlights Bike Shipping Boxes in BikeFlights. com’s online store, but when you join or renew today, and we’ll enter you to win a $300 shipping voucher! Hit the road on a new MONe El Pebblito Gravel Bike! When you join or renew your membership today, you'll be entered to win! Ally Mabry MONe El Pebblito Gravel Bike El Pebblito is the MONe version of the ultimate in gravel bike. They went extra fancy on the tubeset for this one. Columbus gave it their “Life” designation, which is about the best as it gets for fancy Italian tubing... only thing fancier is “Max”... . and wouldn’t you know it, that’s what the top and downtube are... beautifully shaped and swedged,... --- - Published: 2022-02-23 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/member-drive-giveaway-gsi-outdoors-cook-set-sinewave-charger/ - Authors: Kelly Fehn When you join or renew your membership during the February Member Drive, you'll be entered to win some seriously cool prizes generously donated by our corporate partners. This week we're highlighting the GSI Cookset, and a Sinewave Revolution Charger. You can check out the full prize package here.   A long day on the trails will leave a cyclist hungry!  Join or Renew your membership today and be entered to win this GSI Cookset! Ally Mabry Halulite Microdualist II Cookset This cookset integrates everything you need for cooking and eating when backpacking to the extreme. Efficient and ultra-light hard-anodized camping cookware set integrates secure, heat-resistant Nylon 6-6 strainer lid, two 'Folding Foons', two insulated mugs with sip-it tops and nesting bowls, and a hard anodized 1. 5 qt (1. 4 liter) pot with stamped in graduations making it easy to measure. Waterproof storage bag also serves as sink in one compact, nested package with room to store a Pinnacle Canister Stove and 110 g fuel canister. Win this Sinewave Charger when you Join or Renew your membership. Ally Mabry Sinewave Revolution Charger Sinewave Cycles is a name synonymous with touring cycling and has supported Adventure Cycling Association for over 11 years. Based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Sinewave Cycles designs and manufactures high quality, innovative accessories right here in the USA. The Sinewave Cycles Revolution is a bicycle dynamo powered USB charger. It converts electricity generated by hub and bottle dynamos to USB output. The Revolution allows users to charge USB-powered devices while riding.... --- - Published: 2022-02-16 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/member-drive-giveaway-oveja-negra-gift-package-and-pdw-bike-bell/ - Authors: Kelly Fehn When you join or renew your membership during the February Member Drive, you'll be entered to win some seriously cool prizes generously donated by our corporate partners. This week we're highlighting the Oveja Negra Gift Package, and a PDW Bike Bell. You can check out the full prize package here.   Keep your essentials close and your hydration closer with the Oveja Negra Wack Pack, Snack Pack and water bottle set- with an Oveja Negra bandana included!  Join or Renew your membership today! Ally Mabry Oveja Negra Gift Package Oveja Negra Wack Packs™ are constructed out of random colored fabric, webbing, and hook & loop. Guaranteed to be one of a kind, these bags are tastefully mixed and sewn from scraps and miss-matched cuts. Although scrappy, all Wack Pack's are made from first quality fabric and materials. The Snack Pack™ has been around since the start and is one of our most popular bags, and for a good reason. Oveja Negra has streamlined this little pack to be ultra stable and provide intuitive, one-handed access while in the saddle. Adjustable Velcro® One-Wrap® straps allow you to dial in the Snack Pack™ for a perfect, snug fit. Win this PDW Bell when you Join or Renew your membership. Ally Mabry Portland Design Works- King of Ding II Bike Bell The updated King of Ding II features a solid brass bell and brass striker to ring out your presence to inline skaters, stroller pushers, joggers and Segway jockeys. The alloy mount is easy to... --- - Published: 2022-02-10 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/member-drive-giveaway-adventure-cycling-map-set-osprey-packs/ - Authors: Teri Maloughney When you join or renew your membership during the February Member Drive, you'll be entered to win some seriously cool prizes generously donated by our corporate partners. This week we're highlighting the Adventure Cycling Association Map Set, and an Osprey Bag Package designed to outfit your next trip. You can check out the full prize package here.   Since mapping our first route in 1976, the TransAmerica Bicycle Trail, the Adventure Cycling Route Network has blossomed to include the most scenic and historically significant bicycling routes in North America. Ally Mabry Adventure Cycling Map Set Adventure Cycling Association's 50,000+ miles of iconic bicycle routes are well researched by our team of cartographers and GIS specialists. With so many routes to explore, you're bound to find your next great adventure. When you Join or Renew your membership during the month of February, you'll be entered for a chance to choose a map set of your choice from the Adventure Cycling Route Network. Win these Osprey Packs when you Join or Renew your membership. Ally Mabry Osprey Packs Osprey has been a supporter of Adventure Cycling since 2011, and has been outfitting adventurers with solid, sensible, and stylish packs since 1974.   The Seral 4 Riders looking for a low-profile lumbar pack with integrated hydration need look no further than the Seral 4. This slim waistpack features a 1. 5-liter bladder with an updated high-strength magnetic coupling for improved hose management even in rough terrain. The Seral 4 has enough storage capacity for... --- - Published: 2022-01-31 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/the-february-member-drive-is-on/ - Authors: Brian Bonham This year, we're helping you spring into gear with an amazing bike touring prize package and a chance to win a unique gravel bike from MONe Bikes.   Join or Renew your membership by 2/28/22 for entry into the ultimate prize drawing and a chance to win a brand new MONe Bikes El Pebblito gravel bike.   Stay tuned throughout the month for details on everything you can win!  Prize Package:  $300 Shipping Voucher from BikeFlights. com Oveja Negra Bikepacking Bags Sinewave Revolution Charger Osprey Hip Pack and Duffel Bag GSI Outdoor Cook Set Portland Design Works bell Adventure Cycling Map Set of your choice One entry into our end-of-year bike drawing for a brand new MONe El Pebblito gravel bike There has never been a better time to join - Join or Renew your membership today! --- - Published: 2021-12-06 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/usbrs-adds-new-route-on-eastern-seaboard-and-150-miles/ - Authors: Jennifer Hamelman We are happy to announce the designation of USBR 1 in Maryland and realignments to existing routes in three states –– Florida, Michigan and Ohio –- adding nearly 150 miles!   While this cycle of USBRS designations is more humble than the last one, it is no less significant. We are one state closer to completing USBR 1 on the east coast and realignments add to the strength of the system as a whole. Maryland The addition of USBR 1 in Maryland extends the route by connecting it to the existing segment spanning across Washington, DC, Virginia, and North Carolina. Segments of USBR 1 also exist in Maine, New Hampshire, and Massachusetts to the north, and Georgia and Florida to the south. The route takes advantage of the rich Washington, DC trail network utilizing the Capital Crescent and Rock Creek trails and ending on the Torrey C. Brown Trail. The state DOTs of Florida, Michigan, and Ohio realigned existing routes based on feedback from cyclists and local communities, as well as the completion of infrastructure improvements and other projects. For all the details, read on! Florida  The realignment of USBR 90 moves a portion of the route off U. S. Highway 90 between Palatka and Tallahassee, instead using the Palatka-Lake Butler State Trail, Gainesville-Hawthorne State Park Trail, O’Leno to Ichetucknee Trail, Capital Cascades Trail and Tallahassee-Saint Marks Historic Railroad State Trail. Michigan  This minor realignment of USBR 20 takes advantage of the separated paths and wider paved shoulders between Bay... --- - Published: 2021-10-11 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/bike-your-park-day-2021/ - Authors: Jessica Zephyrs If you received some of the emails about Bike Your Park Day on September 25, 2021, you’re probably aware we think bikes and parks is the perfect combination. And over 7,000 folks on 500+ rides across the GLOBE agreed!   It was the Adventure Cycling Association’s great joy to pilot some of our Bike Overnights events with movers, shakers, groups, and leaders as well. From beginning bikepacking trips with Radical Adventure Riders in New Haven, CT, to first-timers doing a state park bike camping weekend outside Chicago, we’re so fortunate to be able to improve our community-building work in the bike travel world at large. (As a reminder: ride leaders and organizers identifying from marginalized communities are eligible for trip funding stipends! Please reach out to bike-overnights@adventurecycling. org. ) Saturday, in the park, I think it was September 25th! Credit: Team Snacks From Riding Volcanoes in Nagasaki, Japan, to grabbing coffee in Seattle, WA, Bike Your Park Day rides took all shapes and sizes. In conjunction with National Public Lands Day, we hoped rides encouraged folks to remember their responsibility to the land, and even get a little volunteering or stewardship in! Leaders could register their public or private ride at BikeYourParkDay. org — riders could join, enter to win a Co-Motion Americano bike, and grab resources and tips. We also had some great virtual events leading up to Bike Your Park Day, including “An Introduction to Bike Touring” with Roxy Robles, and “Planning and Leading a Bike Overnight” with Devin Cowens,... --- - Published: 2021-10-07 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/member-drive-giveaway-big-agnes-and-co-motion-cycles/ - Authors: Brian Bonham We have extended the September Member Drive to October 10th! When you join or renew your membership during the Member Drive, you'll be entered to win some seriously cool prizes generously donated by our corporate partners. This week we're highlighting prizes from Big Agnes and Co-Motion Cycles. You can check out the full prize package here.   A sleep system for the travelling cyclist. Warmth, comfort, and customizability from Big Agnes. Brian Bonham Big Agnes Few gear brands in today's marketplace design sleep systems with the adventure cyclist in mind. Big Agnes has embraced an entire collection of gear specific to the needs of bikepackers. Tested from the Great Divide to the AT Trail, Big Agnes gear stands up to the rigors of travel on two wheels and shares the same lightweight characteristics beloved by backpackers. Two lucky winners who Join or Renew their membership this month will win a Big Agnes Torchlight 20 degree sleeping bag, and Insulated Q-Core sleeping pad perfect for overnight trips in just about any weather.   Co-Motion Cycles When you Join or Renew your membership during the Member Drive, you'll be entered for a chance to win a brand new Co-Motion Americano with Pinion Drivetrain!  The Americano has established the standard for what a touring bike should be; An entirely new breed of bicycle that handles epic self-supported expeditions without even breaking a sweat. Designed and assembled in the USA, and outfitted with a Pinion Gearbox and Gates Carbon drive, this is the ultimate touring... --- - Published: 2021-09-29 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/member-drive-giveaway-pdw-and-aeropress/ - Authors: Brian Bonham When you join or renew your membership during the September Member Drive, you'll be entered to win some seriously cool prizes generously donated by our corporate partners. This week we're highlighting prizes from PDW and Aeropress. You can check out the full prize package here.   The Gear Belly is stylish, rugged, and capable of hauling the kitchen sink. Portland Design Works Portland Design Works Not only has PDW been a longtime supporter of Adventure Cycling Association and bicycle wanderers worldwide, they've stepped up and thrown down a huge prize package for the September Member Drive. Two lucky winners who Join or Renew their membership this month will win a PDW prize bundle that includes a Gear Belly handlebar bag/harness system, headlight and taillight, Otter Cages, and their stylish Rose City bottles. PDW isn't just outfitting you with everything you need for your next bike adventure, they're making sure you're rolling out in style too.   Two lucky winners will ride away with a PDW light set, Otter Cages, Rose City Bottles, and a Gear Belly handlebar bag. Ally Mabry & Brian Bonham Aeropress For your next #coffeeoutside excursion, bikepacking trip, or bike tour, the best caffeine delivery system might just be the Aeropress Go. Designed specifically with travelers in mind, the Aeroporess Go packs all the features of the full size version into a compact kit that still delivers an outstanding cup of coffee. Haven't tried brewing up your morning cup with an Aeropress yet? Join or Renew your membership today to... --- - Published: 2021-09-22 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/member-drive-giveaway-blackburn-and-abus/ - Authors: Teri Maloughney When you join or renew your membership during the September Member Drive, you'll be entered to win some seriously cool prizes generously donated by our corporate partners. This week we're highlighting prizes from Blackburn and Abus. You can check out the full prize package here.   The Abus Macator is a sporty helmet for cyclists looking for an outstanding all-round helmet. Ally Mabry Abus Helmets Adventure Cycling Association works across the U. S. to identify and address problematic areas along bike touring routes to keep you safe. Abus works to keep you safe with their awarding winning helmet designs.  The Abus Macator not only provides a first line of defense in protecting your noodle, but it also features comfortable padding and excellent ventilation. Two lucky winners who Join or Renew their membership this month will win an Abus Macator in their prize bundle.   Blackburn developed their Outpost Elite Universal Seat Pack to work with dropper or standard seatposts, carry a bevy of cargo, and be stable enough to not swing around while it does. Ally Mabry Blackburn Outpost Elite Universal Seat Pack Weather you're heading out on your local bike overnight loop, or embarking on a bucket list Great Divide Route adventure, you know the importance of a reliable bikepacking kit. Blackburn has been developing high quality cycling gear since the early days of Bikecentennial, and their Outpost Elite Universal Seat Pack is no exception to the trend. They've developed the Outpost Elite as a two part system with a removeable waterproof... --- - Published: 2021-09-16 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/member-drive-giveaway-spurcycle-and-ombraz/ - Authors: Brian Bonham When you join or renew your membership during the September Member Drive, you'll be entered to win some seriously cool prizes generously donated by our corporate partners. This week we're highlighting prizes from Spurcycle and Ombraz Sunglasses. You can check out the full prize package here.   Spurcycle bells create powerful, enduring sound, and have a beautiful aesthetic Brian Bonham Spurcycle Bells Like the Stradivarius of bike bells, the Spurcycle has head-turning aesthetics and a pleasing yet assertive tone sure to grab everyone's attention on the bike path. We're sprucing up your handlebars by giving away one Spurcycle Original Bell and one Spurcycle Compact Bell during this month's September Member Drive. Spurcycle is also tossing in their custom water bottles in "catch up" and "relish" motifs.   Two lucky winners will have the coolest water bottle on the block Ally Mabry Spurcycle has begun working on ways to give back to the cycling community and support bicycle infrastructure more broadly. That’s why they are donating 10% of all 'Frankenbell' sales to Adventure Cycling Association and other bicycling nonprofits.  The ‘Frankenbell’, built using lightly blemished parts, ensures less factory waste while still bringing a sleek and sophisticated style to your handlebars. Support Spurcycle and Adventure Cycling with any purchase of a Frankenbell on their website. Act fast, it’s currently on sale! spurcycle. com/products/factory-seconds Or, Join or Renew today for a chance to win your own Spurcycle bell, water bottle, and more!   Ombraz Sunglasses If you're looking for a pair of sunglasses seemingly designed... --- - Published: 2021-09-08 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/member-drive-giveaway-adventure-hydration-and-acrn-maps/ - Authors: Brian Bonham When you join or renew your membership during the September Member Drive, you'll be entered to win some seriously cool prizes generously donated by our corporate partners. This week we're highlighting the CrankTank4 from Adventure Hydration, and an Adventure Cycling product bundle designed to outfit your next trip. You can check out the full prize package here.   The CarnkTank4 fits securely in your main triangle allowing for the drinking hose to be routed for easy access. Adventure Hydration Adventure Hydration CrankTank4 Throughout the cycling season here in Montana, we see hundreds to thousands of cyclists stopping by Adventure Cycling Headquarters while travelling our routes. We see tons of unique bike set ups, but it was only recently that we started seeing a trend in hydration stowage on the bikes of our Great Divide Mountain Bike Route riders.   Win this CrankTank4 Hydration System when you Join or Renew your membership. Ally Mabry With a 4-litre capacity, the CrankTank might just be the best hydration solution for riding longer stretches between refueling points when compared to the traditional two bottle method providing only 1350ml of water. The CrankTank reservoir sits at the low center of gravity point wedged between your downtube and seat tube, meaning the added water weight is strategically situated to minimize impact on bike bike handling.   Want to win your own CrankTank4 hydration system and a package of other great prizes? Join or Renew today! Adventure Cycling Association Maps and Prize Package Adventure Cycling Association's 50,000+ miles... --- - Published: 2021-08-31 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/september-member-drive/ - Authors: Brian Bonham The September Member Drive is on! This year, we decided to pull out all the stops and put together the biggest prize package we have ever given away.   Not only is this year’s prize package chock full of awesome gear from our corporate partners, but at the end of the September Member Drive, we’ll be selecting not one, but TWO winners. Join or Renew your membership by 9/30/21 for entry into the ultimate prize drawing and a chance to win a brand new Co-Motion Touring Bike equipped with a Pinion drivetrain.   Stay tuned throughout the month for details on everything you can win! Prize package: Cranktank4 Hydration Kit Ombraz sunglasses Big Agnes sleeping pad or sleeping bag Portland Design Works handlebar bag, water bottles, and lights Aeropress coffee maker Blackburn seat bag Abus helmet Spurcycle bell and water bottle Map Set of your choice, camp mug, and bandana One entry into our end-of-year bike drawing for a brand new Co-Motion Americano Touring BIke with Pinion drivetrain --- - Published: 2021-08-25 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/nearly-3-000-miles-of-new-u-s-bicycle-routes/ - Authors: Jennifer Hamelman From the California coast to the heart of the country, the U. S. Bicycle Route System (USBRS) has grown by leaps and bounds this summer: 2,903 miles of new USBRS routes expanding the network to 17,734 miles!   Ohio designated a whopping 1,177 miles, raising its status to the state with the most U. S. Bicycle Route miles in the country, now totaling 1,523 miles. In addition, two states improved their existing USBRS routes with minor realignments. The USBRS is a developing national network of officially recognized, numbered, and signed bicycle routes, with the goal of 50,000 miles of routes linking every state in the country. All U. S. Bicycle Routes are designated by state departments of transportation and approved by AASHTO (American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials).   Adventure Cycling Association provides national coordination for the USBRS, partners with AASHTO to ensure states have the resources and expertise needed for successful route designation. Read on for more information and links to the routes for closer inspection. California USBR 66 is an east to west route in the southern end of the state generally following U. S. Route 66. USBR 95 is a north to south route along the coastline. USBR 50 was realigned to take advantage of a newly completed segment of the El Dorado Trail. Florida In Key West, the north to south USBR 1 was realigned to allow safer passage to the southernmost point in Florida. Indiana USBR 235 is a scenic north to south... --- - Published: 2021-08-23 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/roxy-robles-introduction/ - Authors: advcycle Roxy is a cyclist, urban planner, seamstress, and Filipinx food enthusiast living on the ancestral lands of the Duwamish (Seattle, Washington). She started bike touring in 2017 after realizing that bike touring was not that different than hauling 30 pounds of groceries up and down Seattle hills. She organizes with Friends on Bikes, and volunteers with The Bikery & Outdoors for All. Roxy is passionate about supporting new cyclists and spreading her love of bikes and bike touring. She uses her Capricorn powers for good by planning summer bike trips months in advance. She thinks tarot cards are an essential item on any packing list, and loves to talk about feelings. Tell us a little about yourself! I grew up in the suburban Bay Area and always wanted to bike to school, but my parents were freaked out because our town had really small windy roads and no bike lanes. They assumed I would get hit by a car in the mile to my elementary school, so they drove me or I took the bus every day instead. I really got into cycling as a form of fun and transportation in college since I didn't have a car. I didn't know what panniers were at the time, but my roommate was a bike mechanic and he got me a huge bike basket wholesale. I mounted it on this big beach cruiser I had, and I used that basket for errands, dumpster diving, and taking my pet rabbit to class! Bikes... --- - Published: 2021-07-06 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/bike-travel-weekend-attracts-cyclists-where-theyre-at-and-beyond/ - Authors: advcycle Thousands of cyclists from around the world eagerly sought adventure during Adventure Cycling’s 6th Annual Bike Travel Weekend. This year proved to be particularly exciting with the big weekend aligning with National Trails Day (June 5). The energy around Bike Travel Weekend was high as each participant planned, packed, and pedaled into the weekend in search of adventure and renewal after 18 months of living in isolation. This year’s adventures involved careful planning for COVID-19 considerations as loosening restrictions and new CDC guidelines emerged. While many rides stayed local and kept things simple, others were more adventurous with ride leaders and participants eagerly looking forward to a life-changing adventure. “I had a positive experience this year.  It was my first time camping and my first time bike traveling. ” –Whitney Theis Growing the Community As riders got online to connect to one another, the Bike Travel Weekend Facebook Group grew by nearly 300 members in the weeks leading up to the event. Riders from around the world shared ideas, photographs, and encouraged one another to participate in Bike Travel Weekend. The group’s timeline is now filled with pictures and stories from ride leaders and participants. We hosted two informational events via Zoom. The first, held on May 13, focused on the registration process and was primarily meant for first-time participants and those who hadn’t yet registered. The event was well attended by nearly 25 people with lots of information exchanged. Devin Cowens and Corinna Wollman shared their experiences with registering a... --- - Published: 2021-07-02 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/https-www-adventurecycling-org-members-news-carmen-aiken-bike-overnights/ - Authors: advcycle Coming in #campandgoslow to Adventure Cycling is Carmen Aiken. As the new Bike Overnights Initiative (formerly Short Trips) Events Coordinator, they’ll be working on encouraging, supporting, and ensuring riders from all backgrounds and experiences can access bike travel. Carmen especially cares about access to cycling and the outdoors for marginalized and disenfranchised communities and wants Bike Overnights to provide safe and joyful spaces for anyone to enjoy a one- to three-day trip on a bike.   Tell us about your background. I grew up in the Chicago area and returned after graduating from Mills College in Oakland, CA. My dad is from Venezuela and my mom is from Oklahoma. I rode bikes as a kid and then got back into it on a single speed Schwinn Varsity in Chicago. Riding my bike gave me an understanding of my massive city because I could see it as I passed — the feeling of being able to ride to the Indiana Dunes or go as fast as I could through rush hour traffic in the shadow of the Sears Tower was something I needed to share. After working for the Active Transportation Alliance, I moved to Minneapolis where I crushed it on a forklift (sometimes literally). My former jobs also include: short order cook, men’s magazine intern, bike shop receiver, yacht club bartender, startup content writer, and pizza farmhand.   Carmen Aiken at A to Z Produce and Bakery, Stockholm, WI.   Carmen AIken How did you find out about Adventure Cycling?... --- - Published: 2021-05-20 - Modified: 2024-09-09 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/five-ways-the-usbrs-helps-you-get-out-and-ride/ - Authors: Kate Whittle The U. S. Bicycle Route System is a network of designated cycling networks across the country. And you can ride the USBRS routes today! Find out how easy it is to ride the USBRS in this short video hosted by Adventure Cycling Board President Joyce Casey and Member Bill DeLoache. They'll demonstrate how to download free USBRS maps to your device, and more ways this project benefits cyclists across America! Want to support this project? Donate here and receive a special thank-you for your support for a limited time! Subscribe to our quarterly USBRS eNews to hear about new routes in the works!   --- - Published: 2021-04-12 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/small-town-invests-big-in-bicycle-travel/ - Authors: Levi Boughn At a glance, Sterling, Kansas appears to come straight out of a Norman Rockwell painting. The major summer event is its Old Fashioned Fourth of July with fireworks, a parade, and turtle races. The local design committee tends to the flowers along the main street. But, under the Rockwellian veneer, Sterling is a progressive small town making huge efforts to welcome bicycle travelers. It started when the annual Biking Across Kansas ride passed through Sterling in 2015. Locals took note of money that could be made from traveling cyclists. That same year, Kansas designated U. S. Bicycle Route 76, which runs two miles south of Sterling. With both the TransAmerica Trail and USBR 76 so close to town, a group of local business owners and city officials brought in Wayne Byrd, a local Kansan and the creator of Bicycle Friendly America, to help. Byrd gave them ideas for what would make Sterling a place where cyclists would be willing to cycle two miles off the route and stay for a night. He helped them with ideas to improve cycling safety and accessibility for both local and traveling cyclists. They started by installing bicycle racks, wayfinding signs, and a bicycle repair station at Sterling Lake, where cyclists can camp for $2. In 2018, Stacy Clark of of Rice County Economic Development helped secure a grant for a bicycle and pedestrian plan for the county. She recognized the connection between a healthy community and streets that made space for cyclists, pedestrians, and motorists.... --- - Published: 2021-01-21 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/adventure-cycling-launches-short-trips-initiative/ For the past 45 years, Adventure Cycling's focus has been to inspire and empower people who go on long distance bicycle trips. But not everyone has time to ride their bike across the country.  Most people can, however, fit a one- or two-night adventure into their busy lives.   That's why Adventure Cycling Association is launching the Shorts Trips Initiative in 2021. The goal of the initiative is to create inclusive opportunities that encourage and support bicycle travel to both non-members and members which lower barriers and increase accessibility. The primary components of the Short Trips Initiative are to: 1. Create shorter and more accessible routes from eight metro areas (Boston, Washington D. C. , Atlanta, Austin, Minneapolis, Seattle, San Francisco, and Los Angeles) in the United States in 2021. Adventure Cycling plans to expand to 30 metro areas by 2023. 2. Create educational resources to support and empower volunteer Ambassadors to teach and inspire people to go on short bicycle trips from the eight metro areas. The educational resources will also be available to Ambassadors who don't live in the eight metro areas. 3. Prioritize supporting Black Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) Ambassadors and riders by ensuring the resources and routes are accessible to BIPOC. Adventure Cycling will also provide stipends to support BIPOC Ambassadors, acknowledging the labor required in participation. A big part of the Short Trips Initiative will include empowering and supporting Ambassadors to lead rides for Bike Travel Weekend (first weekend in June) and Bike Your Park Day (last Saturday in September). These events help inspire... --- - Published: 2021-01-13 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/five-new-u-s-bicycle-routes-to-celebrate-in-the-new-year/ - Authors: Teri Maloughney Just before turning the page to 2021, we received notice of the approval for five more U. S. Bicycle Routes! These 290 new miles of routes bump the system to a total of 14,841 miles in 31 states and Washington, DC, including the addition of two new states — New York and North Dakota. The character of these five new routes varies widely but all spotlight natural beauty. Here are some quick highlights showcasing the best of these routes.   U. S. Bicycle Route 1 in Washington D. C. Running for seven miles, Washington DC’s new segment of USBR 1 follows the popular Capital Crescent and Rock Creek trails along the Potomac River. These trails are also part of the East Coast Greenway and the Capital Trails Network and USBR 1 will eventually connect from the Canadian border in Maine to Key West. U. S. Bicycle Route 30 in North Dakota In contrast to DC’s urban trails, North Dakota’s 87. 5 miles of USBR 30 follows low trafficked, wide open spaces where you’ll meet more prairie dogs than people! This route will eventually connect cyclists all the way to the Great Lakes and the Atlantic Coast. A frequently viewed sight on USBR 11 in New York - grapevines and farm silos. Harvey Botzman U. S. Bicycle Route 11 in New York  New York state’s USBR 11 travels almost 119 miles north to south on roads passing through charming rural landscapes from the shores of Lake Ontario to the border with... --- - Published: 2020-09-28 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/our-fall-member-drive-is-underway-with-special-perks-for-you/ - Authors: Brian Bonham It's a great time to join Adventure Cycling membership! We have special perks and prizes during our fall Member Drive. Join this month and you'll be included in the drawing for our 2020 Salsa Cutthroat giveaway! (Have you been a member previously? Renew here and receive a special promotion for returning members. ) Join Today Levi Boughn New members will also be entered to win a special prize package with gear donated by Osprey, Revelate, Club Ride, Bedrock Sandals and more! Revelate Shrew bag Osprey Raven pack Osprey Raptor pack Bedrock Sandals Join now and receive:  Free 2021 calendar  Entry into contests All the standard benefits of membership, which include a print magazine subscription, free shipping at our online store Cyclosource, discounts with our partners, invites to online bicycle travel seminars, and more! Thank you so much, and email membership@adventurecycling. org if you have any questions. --- - Published: 2020-09-22 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/new-bike-services-on-amtrak/ - Authors: Teri Maloughney It’s a tough time for Amtrak with the pandemic reducing ridership, so we were happy to get some good news - bike services are expanding! New carry-on bike service is now available for most Northeast Regional routes, the Keystone Service, Downeaster, and Hartford Line routes. There is space for two bikes per departure now, and more spaces will be offered as Amtrak modifies the rest of the fleet.   Amtrak was able to expand bike service on its aging Amfleet train cars by retrofitting the luggage rack space to convert to bike racks. The bike racks aren’t perfect because they require removing the front wheel to hang the bike by the rear wheel, and they only work for standard bikes (not recumbents or tandems). But it is another step in the right direction, and we have heard that future replacement Amfleet cars will include built-in bike racks.   This bike rack is the same design that was originally piloted on the Vermonter route in 2015, which was led by a Bicycle Task Force that Adventure Cycling coordinates. The Bike Task Force also advocated for bicycle racks to be included in this recent Amfleet retrofit.   You can book a bike reservation when you buy your ticket, and the number of spaces available will show up after you enter your contact information. Or you can add a bike reservation to an already purchased ticket by calling 1-800-USA-RAIL. Amtrak recommends arriving at the station 30 minutes before departure and you'll need to remove and... --- - Published: 2020-08-31 - Modified: 2025-07-09 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/welcome-wisconsin-and-california-to-the-u-s-bicycle-route-system/ - Authors: Laura Crawford The spring designations may have been held up by Covid-19, but Adventure Cycling is proud to finally announce new U. S. Bicycle Routes in Wisconsin and California, expanding the reach of the USBRS to 29 states and 14,598 miles.   Whether you prefer 160 miles of linked rail trails across the Midwest or the feat of climbing into the Sierra Nevada mountains, the USBRS has you covered! In Wisconsin, USBR 30 links together over 10 local and state trails, including the Glacial Drumlin State Trail and the Elroy Sparta State Trail - making it an incredible option for families and anyone looking for a car-free experience. Wisconsin also designated USBR 230, an alternate route for times when the Merrimac Ferry isn’t running.   For a completely different riding experience, USBR 50 in California includes over 10,000 feet of climbing! The route incorporates several mountain passes and iconic roads through the Sierra Nevada mountains, known as the Alps of California - and then continues across the unique waterways of the Sacramento Delta and the San Francisco Bay. Dedication Pays Off In Wisconsin, USBR 30 has been years in the making, involving the dedication and commitment of not only the Wisconsin Department of Transportation and Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, but also dozens of volunteers and bike advocates, and the buy-in of more than 70 communities.   In California, volunteers and Caltrans staff developed USBR 50 by tweaking the Adventure Cycling Western Express to accommodate local recommendations and newly-built bike lanes and... --- - Published: 2020-07-16 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/packing-your-bike-and-finding-a-campsite/ - Authors: Kate Whittle If the idea of pedaling into the woods with everything you need packed on your bike sounds appealing, you’re not alone. We’re seeing a resurgence in interest in self-supported bicycle travel, including bikepacking and bike overnights. Consider this a quick introduction to packing your bike and finding a campsite near you! Bicycle Travel 101 First, a quick overview of the terms: We refer to any type of multi-day bicycle trip as “bicycle travel. ” Bike travel on mostly paved surfaces with panniers is “bicycle touring. ” Bicycle travel on mostly dirt surfaces, typically into more remote areas on mountain biking trails, is “bikepacking. ” Bikepacking gear traditionally doesn't include panniers and instead uses bike bags that are tightly attached to the bike so they don't flop around. You’ll often see these terms used interchangeably, and some folks refer to any type of bicycle travel “bikepacking. ” It is useful to know the differences when you’re shopping for gear or trying to find the right advice for your trip. Here, we'll talk mostly about using your bike to travel to an outdoor campsite. One of our most popular live videos this year featured two Adventure Cycling Ambassadors sharing how they pack their bikes for trips. It’s worth watching the video for a detailed look at two cyclists’ methods for packing everything their entire “house” on their bikes. Further down, we'll explain more about some of the questions that came in during the video.   Note that Joyce packed her bike like she was... --- - Published: 2020-06-29 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/parsing-the-new-parks-peaks-and-prairies-route/ - Authors: Teri Maloughney Adventure Cycling cartographers are overjoyed to announce the release of the latest route in the Adventure Cycling Route Network (ACRN): Parks, Peaks, and Prairies Bicycle Route. This new route marks a major milestone in the ACRN map canon, as it pushes the total cycling route miles to 50,000.  For those of you keeping count (as we do), this is the equivalent of completing a circumnavigation of the earth’s equator— twice! But enough accolades, let’s talk about the route. The Parks, Peaks, and Prairies Route (PPP) fulfills a request posed by many of our members over the years for a more northerly connector between the TransAmerica Trail and Northern Tier Route. While the TransAm in Kansas (probably the ACRN’s most pedaled Great Plains crossing) winds through prairie towns that routinely rate high for bike-friendliness, it doesn’t boast passage through the same wealth of iconic American parks and landscapes that PPP does. And it would behoove us to support the opportunity for long-distance cyclists to check off these majestic places from personal bucket lists— plus have a rollicking great bike ride along the way. The names speak for themselves, in almost reverential whispers: Yellowstone, Devils Tower, Mt. Rushmore, The Black Hills, The Badlands, and, yes, Wall Drug. PPP visits all of these, not to mention the lesser known gems like Buffalo Bill State Park, Bighorn National Forest, Keyhole State Park, Custer State Park, Buffalo Gap National Grassland, Oakwood State Park— each one worth a visit in their own right. And then, digging... --- - Published: 2020-06-01 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/how-trail-magic-is-made-mytrailangel-stories/ - Authors: Teri Maloughney For the month of May, we asked you to share your #MyTrailAngel stories from your bike travels. We are celebrating the role of the extraordinary people in ordinary places who sustain and inspire bicycle travelers on their journeys. Thank you to everyone who contributed their stories and thank you to all the Trail Angels out there who go above and beyond to welcome bike travelers. On a rainy rest day in Kanthalloor India, Annalisa Vandenbergh (@milesofportraits) and her friend were welcomed by Rajan, Girija, Aswathy, and Lekshmi into their tea hut with hot chai. As the rain persisted, they offered chocolate, plum wine, strawberries, coconut cake, carrot stew, and idiyappam –– a typical Keralan dish made up of clumped rice noodles. “‘Where is your guide? ’ They're not the first to ask this question and for us, the answer has become pretty clear. The people of India are our guides. ” @milesofportraits Mary McGowan (@rebelwithoutacar) lost her wallet on the first day of her 1,300-mile bike tour last summer in Canada. When she stopped for a snack, she met Joseph who, when he learned about her predicament, insisted that she accept his money. “With tears in his own eyes, he explained to me that he and his wife had been married for over 40 years and had wonderful adventures together all over the world before she passed away. He told me, 'Those were the happiest years of my life. Now it's your turn to go and see the world. ’” Full story at: http://rebelwithoutacar.... --- - Published: 2020-05-06 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/survey-results-how-the-covid-19-pandemic-is-affecting-bicycle-travel/ - Authors: Teri Maloughney We wanted to know: How is the Covid-19 pandemic affecting our members' cycling plans? We sent out a short survey in our April newsletter, and received more than 300 responses. Thanks to everyone who took the time to give their input! We know that bicycle travel can help us develop our perseverance and determination. True to that, we’re seeing cyclists display optimism, compassion and resolve at this difficult time. About 80 percent of respondents say the pandemic has prompted them to cancel plans. A handful of members say they had to postpone their once-in-a-lifetime bucket list adventures, and aren't sure if they'll be able to make it happen. Many of you also say your day-to-day riding habits are different, as your clubs and groups have canceled rides. The good news is that we heard from many people who’ve found that cycling is a bright spot and a chance to enjoy some fresh air. A few commenters added that they’re training more on indoor bikes. Looking forward, we’re seeing a shift in interest from longer cycling trips to shorter, more local excursions. We’re glad to see our members excited to keep planning their adventures and seeing where their bicycles can take them. We're working to provide more resources and options for local and regional rides, including our combined Bike Your Park Day/Bike Travel Weekend coming up in September. We're including some of your comments below. Tough times  “I'm part of my local bike collective (which is closed during the pandemic) and... --- - Published: 2020-04-30 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/who-is-your-bike-travel-trail-angel-share-your-story/ - Authors: Saara Snow If you’ve traveled anywhere on your bike, you’ve likely met a Trail Angel. The stranger who stops you on the side of the road to offer you a lakefront patch of grass to pitch your tent. The hotel owner who runs home to get you food when the only restaurant in town is closed. Or maybe a sympathetic Fed Ex worker who helped you retrieve your shipped bike from their closed office on their day off (a facepalm moment for me). While we’re all unable to travel by bike right now, we want to hear your bike travel Trail Angel stories. Who helped you when you really needed it? Tell us your story of what made the experience special and meaningful. How to nominate your trail angel: Write up your story in a couple of paragraphs. Find a photo or create your own artwork, postcard, song, poem, dance, etc. Post the image and story on Instagram or Facebook, or both. Tag @adventurecycling and include the #MyTrailAngel hashtag (so we can see it! ). Tag your trail angel if they’re on social media, or email/mail them your nomination. If you don’t know their name or contact information, that’s okay, we still want to hear your story. If you want to submit more than one nomination that’s encouraged! It can be hard to choose just one Trail Angel.   If you don't have Facebook or Instagram, you can email your #MyTrailAngel story to advocacy@adventurecycling. org.   On June 1st, we’ll share a “best... --- - Published: 2020-04-28 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/behind-the-scenes-3-states-working-on-the-usbrs/ - Authors: Levi Boughn When we talk about the USBRS, we often look at the whole huge picture - but the work to designate routes actually happens at the local level, one community or road jurisdiction at a time. Thanks to a committed network of transportation officials and community volunteers, we’re proud to share that work is moving forward to designate or improve U. S. Bicycle Routes in 40 states.   Below, we’re highlighting three states you might not know are working on USBR designation. 1. Arkansas Where: USBR 51 will connect Missouri to Little Rock USBR 80 will connect Little Rock to West Memphis Plans are to eventually extend both routes to the south and west How: A dedicated group of stakeholders met regularly to discuss criteria for choosing the best route and ways to help communities become better hosts to traveling cyclists. They even scouted the top contenders to make notes about pavement conditions and available services. They are now in the process of securing the necessary support from each community and road manager. 2. North Dakota Where: USBR 10 and USBR 20 will run east-west and connect Minnesota to Montana  USBR 30 will cross the SW corner of North Dakota USBR 55 and USBR 65 will run north-south and connect the Canada border to South Dakota How: In 2019, North Dakota DOT updated their 20-year statewide active transportation plan - and released plans to designate five U. S. Bicycle Routes and also improve the safety of those routes. As of spring... --- - Published: 2020-03-30 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/let-the-youth-lead-greg-siple-award-winner-introduces-bikepacking-to-high-schoolers/ - Authors: advcycle Mary McGowan, winner of the 2019 Greg Siple Award for Young Adult Bike Travel, taught bikepacking skills to high school students in Greenville, South Carolina, and let them lead, a skill she learned in Adventure Cycling's Leadership Training Course. Mary hopes what she's started, in partnership with Momentum Bike Clubs, will become an annual trip.   The Greg Siple Award helps young adults get in the saddle and out on the road by providing the skills and the gear needed for a lifetime of bicycle travel adventure. In exchange, the winners perform an outreach project that will inspire youth and/or young adults in underrepresented communities to travel by bike. Mary took Adventure Cycling's Leadership Training Course, which came with a travel stipend and a voucher from BikeFlights. com, to get her and her bike to and from the course. Mary also received Bedrock Sandals and a gift certificate from Cyclosource to update her gear. Mary recently gave Adventure Cycling an update on her project. My project for the Greg Siple Adventure Cycling Scholarship is centered around starting the tradition of an annual bicycle trip to my local cycling/mentoring club of high school students here in Greenville, South Carolina. This group already meets three times per month for cycling and life skills sessions with volunteer adult mentors. Most of our youth started this program in middle school and therefore have some bike riding experience; however, most rides have been centered around recreation and are less focused on travel. Through the Leadership Training Course that I took with Adventure Cycling last... --- - Published: 2020-03-30 - Modified: 2023-04-14 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/let-the-youth-lead-greg-siple-award-winner-introduces-bikepacking-to-high-schoolers-2/ Mary McGowan, winner of the 2019 Greg Siple Award for Young Adult Bike Travel, taught bikepacking skills to high school students in Greenville, South Carolina, and let them lead, a skill she learned in Adventure Cycling's Leadership Training Course. Mary hopes what she's started, in partnership with Momentum Bike Clubs, will become an annual trip.   The Greg Siple Award helps young adults get in the saddle and out on the road by providing the skills and the gear needed for a lifetime of bicycle travel adventure. In exchange, the winners perform an outreach project that will inspire youth and/or young adults in underrepresented communities to travel by bike. Mary took Adventure Cycling's Leadership Training Course, which came with a travel stipend and a voucher from BikeFlights. com, to get her and her bike to and from the course. Mary also received Bedrock Sandals and a gift certificate from Cyclosource to update her gear. Mary recently gave Adventure Cycling an update on her project. My project for the Greg Siple Adventure Cycling Scholarship is centered around starting the tradition of an annual bicycle trip to my local cycling/mentoring club of high school students here in Greenville, South Carolina. This group already meets three times per month for cycling and life skills sessions with volunteer adult mentors. Most of our youth started this program in middle school and therefore have some bike riding experience; however, most rides have been centered around recreation and are less focused on travel. Through the Leadership Training Course that I took with Adventure Cycling last... --- - Published: 2020-02-12 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/peek-inside-the-member-drive-package/ - Authors: Brian Bonham The annual February member drive is ON and the prize offerings for the member drive are pretty sweet! Check out what you could win if you sign up as a new member or renew now. The handmade bikepacking bags of Oveja Negra Oveja Negra prize pack The quirky Colorado-based company creates high-quality bikepacking bags, all handmade in the USA by their team of sewing specialists. Choose from an array of bright colors and practical designs, and be sure to check out their rad stickers and patches. The company sends free Bike Pack stickers to anyone who gets real Bike Pack knuckle tattoos, by the way. Metal. Light up your way with Cygolite Founded in California in 1991 by engineers passionate about cycling and innovation, Cygolite has been producing the best bike lights on the market for nearly 30 years. Known for their bright lumens, USB charging ports, and bombproof construction, you could ride away with a Cygolite light set when you join or renew your membership with Adventure Cycling this month. Check the rearview with Mirrcycle  Boulder, Colorado-based Mirrcycle, makers of the Incredibell, also produce handy bike mirrors and helmet mirrors to maximize your awareness and safety while riding.   Adventure all day with Osprey Siskin and Salida packs Carry all the essentials and stay hydrated on your ride with Osprey’s technical biking packs. The Siskin and svelte Salida are designed to keep you comfortable and breathable while you’re out all day.   Protect your head with Abus helmets The quality German manufacturing... --- - Published: 2020-02-11 - Modified: 2023-11-28 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/five-tips-for-effective-action/ - Authors: Teri Maloughney We’ve all had our doubts about the effectiveness of our political system, but as you know, democracy can’t work without you. And Adventure Cycling’s advocacy for better bike travel can’t work without you either. You are part of a small but robust community of bike travelers whose passion for adventuring by bike is exactly why you’re reading this blog post – you care, and you want to take action to improve bike travel. And yes! You will be heard and it will make a difference. So here are a few tips on how to be more effective when writing or emailing law and policy makers. 1. Take action now - don't wait until the deadline.   The most important step in taking action is to actually do it. Sometimes you may have the best of intentions to follow through but then doubt or anxiety can creep in and you put it off, or your week gets busy and you forget. I am a pro procrastinator so I am guilty of all of the above.   The best antidote is to send the email or make the phone call right away. This has three benefits: 1) you get it done and don’t have to worry about missing the deadline, 2) you don’t have to carry around the guilt of not following through, and 3) you can feel good about yourself. 2. Stick with your state or district (except when contacting agencies).   You're most effective when you contact your own elected... --- - Published: 2020-02-10 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/advocating-to-make-roads-safer/ - Authors: Saara Snow Gary was bicycle touring on a rural state highway with a rumble strip installed down the middle of the shoulder. When motorists approached from opposite directions, Gary was forced to choose: ride on a one-foot strip of pavement to the right of the rumble strip or ride on the white line? Neither driver seemed to see him, so he held on tight and rode over the rumble strip, which shook him and his loaded bike into the ditch.   Stories like Gary’s shouldn’t happen. Cyclists are legal road users and we should be able to bike without fearing for our safety every time a car approaches. However, cyclist fatalities are on the rise while motorist fatalities are decreasing. So what are we doing about it?   Adventure Cycling launched a Safety Program in 2018 and hired a full time safety coordinator. We now have goals and strategies for the new program, and with more staff capacity we’re working on issues like rumble strips, safe passing, and distracted driving in ways we couldn’t before. With new webpages highlighting our Safety Program, we can now share our progress and calls to action with you!   How will our safety work impact you? Here’s three strategies we’re using to tackle bike travel safety: 1. We’ll work with agencies and advocates to make existing rumble strip policies and designs safer for bicyclists.   Check out our new state ranking that evaluates how each state rumble strip guidance measures up to bicycle safety design standards.  ... --- - Published: 2020-01-29 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/memberdrive/ - Authors: Brian Bonham Adventure Cycling Association’s annual member drive is going on now! What does that mean for you, you ask? It means we offer more perks when you join us as a member or renew your membership. The catch? You just need to sign up between January 30 and March 8th! Join now and you’ll receive $10 to spend at our online store, Cyclosource, as well as discounts on our custom cycling maps and an annual subscription to Adventure Cyclist magazine. You also support our work to make bicycle travel safer and build a better future for bicycle travel.  Curious? Click here to learn more about the benefits of joining Adventure Cycling Association. If you're a returning member (even if it's been a while! ) head here to renew your membership. Scope out these awesome prizes that could await you if you sign up now... Don't just take our word for it, check out some feedback from our members: "I like the way you continue to encourage folks to just get on a bike and find an adventure. The stories of other cyclists and their adventures is very encouraging. " ~B. F. (Fort Wayne, IN) "You do a great job of showing the variety of cycling experiences which are available beyond the typical one-hour road or trail ride. The route network is great, and you inspire our imaginations, putting wind in our sails for our own cycling adventures. " ~Sam Niemann (Kirklin, IN) "The Interactive Route Map is the starting point for so... --- - Published: 2020-01-22 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/rumble-strips-and-bicycle-safety-how-does-your-state-rank/ - Authors: Levi Boughn When it comes to ensuring bicycle safety with rumble strip design and installation, we’ve got a long way to go. But a new ranking by Adventure Cycling (view PDF) shows that there are at least four states where advocates and engineers can pat themselves on the back (though not too hard, yet). Congratulations to Arkansas, Delaware, Virginia, and Washington! These states’ rumble strip policies meet all of the bike safety design standards that they were evaluated against in Adventure Cycling’s newly released resource, Solutions for Making Rumble Strips Safer for Cyclists. This guide details best practices for state departments of transportation to accommodate bicycle safety, including a model rumble strip policy and design standards. This means that if you ride on a state road in these four states and encounter rumble strips, you should expect to find at least four feet of shoulder space, 10-12 foot gaps every 40-60 feet, and the rumble strip should be within six inches of the edgeline, among other criteria. Notice the qualifier ‘should. ’ The ranking evaluates rumble strip design as laid out in state policies and manuals, but it can’t account for whether there’s quality control in implementation. There can often be a gap between what’s written in the policy and how the rumble strips are installed. Which means that if you’re biking in these four states, don’t be surprised if you do find rumble strips that don’t conform to these design standards. With bike-friendly design standards, rumble strips can help to separate bicyclists from... --- - Published: 2020-01-02 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/i-toured-death-valley-favorite-place/ - Authors: Teri Maloughney I consider myself one with the mountains - I've always ventured to the highest points I can wherever I am. Living in Missoula, I've hiked to the top of every peak (6! ) that I can see from my front door, and when on a bike, I like to go out of my way to climb, although to be honest, I do it more for the downhill on the other side! I also love trying new things, and find that attempting opposites - experiences that flip the script on my typical "climb higher" mentality - is often just as exciting and rewarding. So last year I took a trip down to the desert, joining one of Adventure Cycling's Guided Tours in Death Valley. Visiting Death Valley National Park has been on my bucket list for years, to travel in an area known for its vastness and remoteness has always been intriguing - not to mention I'd get to visit the lowest place in the US. The Death Valley Tour was nothing short of stunning. Every day there was something new to explore, and I was able to find such great solitude from the normal hustle and bustle of everyday life. That, paired with great leaders and a fantastic group, made me wish the trip wouldn't end. As I sit here, looking at snow falling from the sky, I like to think about my favorite days from the tour. There were so many moments (and hundreds of pictures) that bring back... --- - Published: 2019-12-16 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/inspiring-women-trans-femme-people-to-travel-by-bike/ - Authors: advcycle “I believe that bicycle travel has the potential to help achieve world peace,” 2018 Greg Siple Award winner Rachel Horn wrote in her application. “Throughout my travels, it has been my experience that most people are good, that the human body is incredible, and that the earth is a thrilling place to live. I am enthused to share this reality with the people around me as we travel on our bikes. ” Rachel did just that this fall at Bike! Bike! , a conference which gathers do-it-yourself cooperatives from around the world to align on empowering the world on two wheels. Rachel shared more about Bike! Bike! Rachel inspires other women/trans/femme to travel by bike. Rachel Horn This year’s conference was held in Tijuana, Mexico where I organized a speaker panel highlighting female ridership in bicycle travel. We sat in a circle with the speakers integrated among the audience to share experiences from the road. We talked tips and tricks as well as dreams and challenges in a valuable discussion that reinforced the strength in the room. It was particularly powerful because the young woman who inspired me to ride solo from Los Ángeles to Mexico City was one of the speakers; for me it took connecting with someone who had done it before to show me that I could do it, and now many more people know that it is possible! It is common for women/trans/femme riders to be discouraged from taking trips based on our gender; it was powerful... --- - Published: 2019-11-22 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/cycling-with-youth-in-arctic-kotzebue/ - Authors: advcycle When Thea Garrett applied for the Greg Siple Award for Young Adult Bike Travel in 2017 she didn’t know where she’d be living the following year. As a seasonal National Park Service employee, she did know that she’d be able to complete a bicycle outreach project no matter where she was. Kids in Kotzebue spend a lot of unstructured time on bikes. Thea Garrett Thea jumped at the chance to work in Kotzebue, Alaska, a village hub for the Northwest Arctic region, where youth make up nearly 40 percent of the population. Thea’s role with the NPS in Kotzebue was to teach science and history curriculum. She connected the dots to the Greg Siple Award and facilitated youth bike safety, instruction, and maintenance. Thea also organized a Bike Your Park Day ride.   The Greg Siple Award helps young adults get in the saddle and out on the road by providing the skills and the gear needed for a lifetime of bicycle travel adventure. In exchange, the winners like Thea perform an outreach project that will inspire youth and/or young adults in marginalized communities to travel by bike. Thea interacts with a boy in Arctic Kotzebue. Youth make up nearly 40 percent of the population in Kotzebue. Thea Garrett The youth in Kotzebue spend a lot of unstructured time roaming around town by bicycle. While working for the National Park Service we did 3-hour weekly bicycle roves with a trailer, bringing educational props around town to do a lesson about... --- - Published: 2019-10-14 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/bike-travel-for-the-blind/ - Authors: advcycle Briana Cohen gave over 70 people, including those who can't see, the gift of bicycle travel with Fearless Tandem. It all came to fruition after Briana won the Greg Siple Award for Young Adult Bike Travel. The award helps young adults get in the saddle and out on the road by providing the skills and the gear needed for a lifetime of bicycle travel adventure. In exchange, the winners perform an outreach project that will inspire youth and/or young adults in marginalized communities to travel by bike. Briana worked with the Texas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired to make her project a reality. Ali Mae The award was created seven years ago, with support and urging from Adventure Cycling members and the bike industry, to encourage more young people travel by bike. As a recipient, Briana, 23, of Austin, Texas, received a Co-op Cycles touring bicycle, camping gear from Big Agnes, panniers from Arkel, Bedrock Sandals, a BikeFlights. com voucher, and a travel stipend to get to and from her Intro to Road Touring course. Briana received a new bike and bike touring gear and gained valuable skills on the Intro to Road Touring course in Oregon. Heather Andersen Briana had this to say about the Intro to Road Touring course: I enjoyed the stunning scenic routes and the endless bursts of nature. I was in awe-- every mile was an explosion of green, lush trees. I enjoyed riding with some wonderful folks who were all discovering the freedom of bike touring and how... --- - Published: 2019-10-02 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/how-to-see-glacier-national-park-by-bike-train/ - Authors: advcycle Pam Murray of Charlotte, North Carolina won an Amtrak train trip with roomette and bike fees for two to Glacier National Park—just for registering for Bike Your Park Day in 2018.  The Amtrak trip was part of the Bike Travel Weekend and Bike Your Park Day sweepstakes. Pam documented her trip, which included planes, trains, automobiles—and bikes.   Thanks to Adventure Cycling and Amtrak for the train trip with roomette and bike fees for two to Glacier National Park. What a great trip! And I got to take my friend Geoff Fey who said he always wanted to go to Glacier. The scenery is so gorgeous that there really are no words to describe it well. I mean even things like majestic, stunning and awesome pale in comparison to the experience of being there. This was the first time I've taken my bike on the plane. And I was grateful to have a roomette and roll on bike service on Amtrak. Trains and bikes take longer but as the Tao saying goes "the journey is the reward. " Pam started her trip by flying to Portland with her bike and riding across the river to Vancouver to see a friend. Pam Murray Day 1 Fly to PDX with bike. Thank goodness American Airlines changed the baggage fee to only $40 to fly with my bike. I was nervous about putting the bike in a box but Eric from Trips for Kids/Recyclery helped me and the bike made it unscathed. Homeland Security does... --- - Published: 2019-08-20 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/the-september-member-drive-is-on/ Adventure Cycling Association’s annual member drive is going on now! When you join Adventure Cycling, you are directly supporting our work with national and local non-profits and partners to ensure safe passing laws, distracted driving legislation and law enforcement education. By simply becoming a member, you can help us expand our Route Safety Map, which visually identifies places on the Adventure Cycling routes that need improvements. We will be working with partner states from the transportation sector to identify ways these issues can be addressed, and we want you to join us in our efforts.   Join us today and enjoy 9 issues of Adventure Cyclist magazine, along with a year's worth of member benefits not the least of which is knowing you have made an extraordinary commitment to making bicycle travel better for all. On top of the great feeling that comes with supporting the only cycling nonprofit in North America dedicated to bicycle travel, you’ll also receive a free 2020 Adventure Cycling calendar, entry into our giveaway for a brand new touring bike from Co-Op Cycles, and a chance to win a prize package from corporate partners Osprey Packs, TiGr Lock, and Planet Bike.   Still looking for a reason to join during the September Member Drive?  Look no further. Here's a more detailed rundown of everything you'll receive when you join Adventure Cycling this month: 2020 Adventure Cycling Calendar The 2020 Adventure Cycling Calendar Jim McTighe Featuring images selected from our annual Bicycle Travel Photo Contest, the 2020 Adventure Cycling Calendar is... --- - Published: 2019-07-24 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/bike-your-park-with-the-child-in-your-life/ You’ll have just as much fun—and maybe even more—when you bring the child in your life (son, daughter, grandchild, niece, nephew) on your Bike Your Park Day ride on the last Saturday in September. Share your love for cycling with your favorite child and explore parks and public lands with them on the same day as thousands of others throughout the world. Discover your parks and public lands from the seat of a bicycle and the lens of a child on Bike Your Park Day. Whether he or she sits in a bike trailer, bike seat, or rides a tag-along bike, strider bike, or own two wheels (training wheels are OK), it’s easy to participate in Bike Your Park Day with kids. Bike Your Park Day with kids in a bike trailer, bike seat, tag-along bike, strider bike, or their own two wheels. Saara Snow Here’s how to Bike Your Park Day with kids. Ride Your Way First, register your ride at BikeYourParkDay. org. It’s free to register and everyone who signs up will receive a Bike Your Park Day sticker in the mail and will be entered to win a Co-op Cycles touring bicycle. All of the registered rides also appear on an interactive map to inspire others. Participate in Bike Your Park Day from anywhere in the world, ride any distance on roads, trails or a bike path. Just make sure you ride to or through a park or public lands. Take it slow with kids during Bike Your Park Day... --- - Published: 2019-07-22 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/whats-the-story-with-kansas/ - Authors: John Sieber In the summer of 2018, six people were hit while riding one of our routes across Kansas, including the iconic TransAmerica Bicycle Trail (also officially designated as U. S. Bicycle Route 76).   In order to make the routes safer, we needed to know what happened, and why. What were the factors that led to the crashes? Was there something about the routes themselves, or was there something bigger at play? Would moving the routes solve the underlying issue? Our first step was to reach out to anyone with knowledge about or connection to the routes and the experience of riding in Kansas, including the TransAm Race community. While Adventure Cycling is unaffiliated with and does not sanction the annual race, stepping into a discussion with the race community allowed us to understand their concerns and connect with people in Kansas who wanted to help. In addition, we reached out to the Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT), which launched a continuing partnership to research the crashes and find solutions. We solicited feedback about the crash sites. We reached out to Adventure Cycling’s TransAm tour leaders and asked them to note anything that stood out about the route (shoulder width, rumble strips, traffic volume). We hired a route researcher who drove the TransAm (and a suggested alternate route) and recorded details about the infrastructure, traffic culture, weather, and more. We also hired an intern who mapped Kansas roadway data to help us visualize the route conditions from afar. And we read the... --- - Published: 2019-05-24 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/get-the-scoop-on-the-new-arkansas-loops/ - Authors: John Sieber Adventure Cycling cartographers are happy to announce the release of the latest route in the Adventure Cycling Route Network: Arkansas High Country Route (ARHC). With this new addition, our Route Network now measures 48,608 miles and provides three mixed-surface loops along scenic riverways and through the hideouts and “hollers” of the Ouachita and Ozark Mountains in central and northwest Arkansas.   Chuck Campbell, the designer of the Arkansas High Country Route, sporting the new route's jersey. Chuck Campbell Designed and researched by Chuck Campbell, a high school science teacher and avid bikepacker from Russellville, we were immediately confronted with the choice to create one long 1,200 mi. circuitous loop offering a challenging (hows about roughly 90,000 feet of challenge? ) multi-week circumnavigation of Northwest Arkansas, or a series of adjacent shorter loops that would still pass through the same remarkable country, but could be ridden in a more piecemeal fashion. Shorter loop rides also happen to be an oft-requested item from our members, so we chose the latter. Funded by a grant from the Arkansas Parks & Recreation Foundation (APRF), with additional donations from Adventure Cycling members, the ARHC came together over the course of two years. The resulting mixed surface route will stand alongside Arkansas’ already incredible riding options. Looking at the Loops At 500 miles on the nose, the South Loop is the longest loop. It begins and ends in Little Rock at the Clinton Presidential Library on the banks of the Arkansas River, but soon swaps an urban environment... --- - Published: 2019-04-30 - Modified: 2025-07-09 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/5-fun-facts-about-the-usbrs/ - Authors: Laura Crawford Did you know that Adventure Cycling is the only organization to provide nationwide coordination of the U. S. Bicycle Route System? Our role is to answer questions and provide resources to communities and departments of transportation, so that we can collectively build the biggest bike route network in the world.   As we kick off our 2019 USBRS Fundraiser, here are 5 fun things you may not know about the USBRS. 1: As of May 1, there are 13,536 miles of officially designated U. S. Bicycle Routes in 26 states and Washington DC. That’s a distance of over halfway around the Earth! 2: The USBRS connects to over 100 sites managed by the National Park Service – including Mammoth Cave National Park (located along USBR 23 in Kentucky) and Casa Grande Ruins National Monument (located along USBR 90 in Arizona). 3: Trails and bike paths currently make up 10% of all designated U. S. Bicycle Routes. You can find and explore these off-road options on our interactive route map (all segments of 10 miles or longer are indicated in green on the individual route maps).   U. S. Bicycle Route 41 follows the Gitchi Gami Trail in Minnesota. Michelle Pierson 4: The USBRS connects to Canada from five states: Washington, Minnesota, Michigan, Vermont, and Maine. If you follow U. S. Bicycle Route 7 to the Vermont-Canada border, you can connect into Quebec’s famous La Route Verte. 5: Over 40 U. S. Bicycle Routes are currently in development across the country –... --- - Published: 2019-04-03 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/enjoy-bike-travel-weekend-in-six-easy-steps/ - Authors: Teri Maloughney A summer-long — or even weeklong — bike tour isn't in the cards for everyone, but a one or two-night trip is doable even if you have a busy life. And Bike Travel Weekend, during the first weekend in June, when thousands of others ride to a campground, B&B, hotel, cabin, or friend's house, is the perfect time to go. All you need is one night, any type of bike, and Adventure Cycling will help with the rest. 1. Find a Bike Overnight As a Bike Travel Weekend newbie, you might feel more comfortable joining a Bike Travel Weekend trip being led by someone else. Check out the Find a Bike Overnight page for a list of trips being held during Bike Travel Weekend. Some are open to the public and others are not, but all are listed by geographic area so you can find one in your area. The email addresses of organizers of public trips are listed, and you can feel free to contact them if you have questions about their trip or want to join them. More trips are being added all of the time, so keep checking back if you don't see one that works for you. You can ride with a number of other cyclists, or go solo! Colin White 2. Plan Your Route If you want to plan your own route, decide how far you want to go and what kind of riding you'll do. It's still an adventure even if you don't go more... --- - Published: 2019-03-13 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/member_news/news/ - Authors: Teri Maloughney NULL --- --- ## Press Releases - Published: 2025-09-18 - Modified: 2025-09-17 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/press_releases/adventure-cycling-association-names-andy-williamson-as-executive-director/ - Authors: David Barth Adventure Cycling Association's Board of Directors announced today the appointment of Andy Williamson as Executive Director, effective October 1, 2025. Williamson brings 20 years of specialized experience in developing active outdoor recreation opportunities for member-based organizations and communities nationwide. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Veteran outdoor recreation leader brings two decades of experience building bicycle travel programs and active recreation communities Download image - Andy Williamson MISSOULA, Mont. (Sept. 18, 2025) – Adventure Cycling Association's Board of Directors announced today the appointment of Andy Williamson as Executive Director, effective October 1, 2025. Williamson brings 20 years of specialized experience in developing active outdoor recreation opportunities for member-based organizations and communities nationwide. "Andy has a remarkable breadth of experience and passion in the nonprofit cycling world and beyond, and is exceptionally well positioned, with a compelling vision, to lead Adventure Cycling into the next phase of its evolution," said Scott Edwards, Executive Director Search Committee Co-Chair. "After careful deliberation and consultation with staff and outside references, we are extremely proud and excited to introduce our unanimous choice. The entire board looks forward to welcoming Andy and working with him, and the membership, to make Adventure Cycling soar. " Williamson's career has focused primarily on bicycle travel, route and trail development, and creating bike-friendly communities. Most recently, he led a statewide organization for outdoor economic development across West Virginia, supervising the development and implementation of million dollars in federal and philanthropic grant funded programs to increase quality of life and improve local economies. Previously, he was the Principal of a consultancy specializing in active outdoor recreation strategic development for nonprofits and municipalities, and led the Made By Mountains initiative — a widely recognized alliance of 27 counties promoting active communities throughout western North... --- - Published: 2025-09-18 - Modified: 2025-09-18 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/press_releases/adventure-cycling-launches-the-vancouver-crossing-loop/ - Authors: David Barth For nearly half a century, Adventure Cycling has been crafting America’s premier long-distance bikepacking and bicycle touring routes, including the first-of-their-kind Great Divide Mountain Biking Route and TransAmerica Trail. Now the nonprofit is announcing another milestone — its first fully international cycling route. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Jessica Zephyrs VP of Marketing and Communications jzephyrs@adventurecycling. org Adventure Cycling Nonprofit Launches Its First International Bikepacking Route — The Vancouver Crossing Loop Missoula, Montana – For nearly half a century (our 50th birthday is next year), Adventure Cycling has been crafting America’s premier long-distance bikepacking and bicycle touring routes, including the first-of-their-kind Great Divide Mountain Biking Route and TransAmerica Trail. Now the nonprofit is announcing another milestone — its first fully international cycling route. The 314-mile Vancouver Crossing Loop begins and ends in Victoria, British Columbia, and was designed by Adventure Cycling’s experienced route researchers to be e-bike- and beginner-friendly while still being a pleasure to ride for experienced cyclists. To that end, a majority of the route is on protected bike paths and trails, and riders are never far from amenities such as bike shops, hotels, cafes, and, of course, fresh seafood. To better serve gravel cyclists — one of cycling’s fastest growing market segments — the Vancouver Crossing Loop also features a 50/50 split between paved and unpaved surfaces. Route highlights include: Three ferry crossings Multiple trestle bridges and waterfalls The BC Forest Discovery Centre, Stanley Park and, Pacific Spirit Regional Park Seaside communities, including Dundarave, Chemainus, and Ladysmith The Vancouver skyline from Spanish Banks Beach Steveston Fisherman’s Wharf in Richmond "We brainstorm routes that strike the perfect balance between distance, diverse terrain, and the services cyclists will need along the way," says Adventure Cycling cartography program manager Amy Wally. "We ride or... --- - Published: 2025-08-21 - Modified: 2025-08-25 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/press_releases/sarah-swallow-to-preview-golden-gravel-trail/ - Authors: David Barth TAT Pioneer Sarah Swallow to Preview Adventure Cycling's New 3,688-Mile Golden Gravel Trail FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact Jessica Zephyrs, VP of Marketing jzephyrs@adventurecycling. org TAT Pioneer Sarah Swallow to Preview Adventure Cycling's New 3,688-Mile Golden Gravel Trail Professional adventure cyclist will be first to ride Pacific-to-Mississippi route, with live tracking beginning August 27 Missoula, MT – August 21,2025 – Adventure Cycling Association announces that professional adventure cyclist Sarah Swallow will be the first person to ride the organization's newest, in-development epic route, the Golden Gravel Trail, beginning August 27, 2025. The 3,688-mile mixed-surface route spans from the Pacific Ocean in Oregon to the Mississippi River in Missouri, crossing eight states and climbing 234,032 feet through some of America's most diverse terrain. Swallow, who made history in 2015 as the first cyclist to traverse the 5,000-mile Trans-America Trail (TAT) designed for motorcycles, will scout, validate, and promote the Golden Gravel Trail ahead of its official 2026 launch. Her preview ride will be trackable in real-time through a Follow My Challenge map on Adventure Cycling's website, with live updates posted across her social media channels. "Sarah's experience pioneering the TAT makes her uniquely qualified to validate this route," said Adventure Cycling cartographer and route creator Amy Wally. "Her insights from that transformative journey directly informed the development of the Golden Gravel Trail, which was designed specifically to better accommodate the needs of bikepackers and adventure cyclists. " The Golden Gravel Trail represents a groundbreaking addition to America's long-distance cycling infrastructure. Starting at the Oregon coast, the route travels through Idaho, Utah, Colorado, Oklahoma, Kansas,... --- - Published: 2022-11-29 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/press_releases/a-new-state-joins-the-usbrs/ - Authors: Jennifer Hamelman MISSOULA, Mont. (Nov. 30, 2022) – Arkansas has joined the U. S. Bicycle Route System with the designation of its first U. S. Bicycle Route, while Tennessee has designated a second route, Adventure Cycling Association announced today. The new routes, along with the realignment of routes in Minnesota, New York, and Ohio, add more than 425 miles to the U. S. Bicycle Route System, bringing total mileage to nearly 19,000, and improving connectivity and the cycling experience. Arkansas’ first U. S. Bicycle Route is also the first segment of USBR 80 designated in the country. The new route travels from the Mississippi River on the Tennessee border to the Arkansas River at Little Rock, through rural areas and historical downtowns of the Arkansas Delta. USBR 21 in Tennessee begins in the Cumberland Gap on the Kentucky border and continues through the Tennessee River Valley to Chattanooga and the Georgia border, linking Cleveland to Atlanta.   The realignment of routes through Minnesota, New York, and Ohio were made based on feedback from cyclists and local communities, as well as the completion of infrastructure improvements and other projects.   “Milestones matter, and the fact the USBRS is closing in on the 19,000-mile mark speaks to the successful collaboration between the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) and our partners at Adventure Cycling,” said Jim Tymon, AASHTO executive director. “State departments of transportation are focused on delivering a safe, multimodal transportation system that offers mobility for all, and opening new... --- - Published: 2022-06-27 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/press_releases/3-new-routes-add-650-miles-to-u-s-bicycle-route-system/ - Authors: Kate Whittle MISSOULA, Mont. (June 28, 2022) – Adventure Cycling Association is proud to announce the designation of three new U. S. Bicycle Routes in Oklahoma, Minnesota, and Delaware, and the realignment and extension of additional routes through Indiana and Michigan, adding more than 650 miles to the U. S. Bicycle Route System and improving connectivity and the cycling experience.   The new routes in Oklahoma and Delaware are the first U. S. Bicycle Routes in those states, while the new route in Minnesota is its fourth. USBR 66 in Oklahoma boasts the most rideable miles of Historic Route 66, the “Mother Road,” USBR 20 in Minnesota offers miles of off-road riding and several of the state’s 10,000 lakes, and USBR 201 through Delaware takes in historic sites and Delaware River views. The realignment and extension of routes through Michigan and Indiana were made based on feedback from cyclists and local communities, as well as the completion of infrastructure improvements and other projects. “It’s been 96 years since the iconic Route 66 opened to motor vehicle traffic in the U. S. ,” said Jim Tymon, Executive Director of the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials. “Now, cyclists can follow the historic route for more than 400 miles through Oklahoma using the newly designated USBR 66. This latest round of U. S. Bicycle Route System designations exemplifies AASHTO’s steadfast commitment to creating active transportation facilities in rural and urban America. ” The U. S. Bicycle Route System is a developing national... --- - Published: 2021-12-06 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/press_releases/u-s-bicycle-route-system-adds-new-route-in-maryland/ - Authors: Jennifer Hamelman MISSOULA, Mont. (Dec. 6, 2021) – Adventure Cycling Association is proud to announce the designation of U. S. Bicycle Route 1 in Maryland and the realignment of additional routes through Florida, Michigan, and Ohio, adding nearly 150 miles to the U. S. Bicycle Route System and improving connectivity and the cycling experience. The addition of USBR 1 in Maryland extends the overall length of the route by connecting it to additional segments that exist in Washington, DC, Virginia, and North Carolina. Segments of USBR 1 also exist in Maine, New Hampshire, and Massachusetts to the north, and Georgia and Florida to the south. The realignment of routes through Florida, Michigan, and Ohio were made based on feedback from cyclists and local communities, as well as the completion of infrastructure improvements and other projects. “One of the most exciting things that we see happening across the country are the partnerships that form around this initiative to grow and strengthen the U. S. Bicycle Route System,” said Jim Tymon, Executive Director of the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO). “Working together with communities and cyclists, state departments of transportation are finding ways to improve existing routes while adding new ones every year. ” The USBRS is a developing national network of officially designated, numbered, and signed routes that use existing roads, trails, and other facilities appropriate for bike travel. The USBRS will eventually encompass 50,000 miles of routes and open new opportunities for cross-country travel, regional touring, and commuting... --- - Published: 2021-08-06 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/press_releases/u-s-bicycle-route-system-adds-2-903-miles-of-new-routes-in-5-states/ - Authors: Dan Meyer MISSOULA, Mont. , August 9, 2021 — Adventure Cycling Association is proud to announce the designation of 18 new U. S. Bicycle Routes in five states, adding 2,903 miles to the U. S. Bicycle Route System (USBRS). The new routes in California, Indiana, Ohio, Utah, and Washington State represent the largest addition to the USBRS to date in terms of both the number of designations and their total mileage. Two other routes in California and Florida also have been realigned to improve the cycling experience. The new routes offer a variety of scenic cycling opportunities from the Midwest to the Northwest and the Southwest. In California, follow the Pacific Coast from Oregon to San Francisco or cross the state from the high desert to Los Angeles. In Indiana, ride from Indianapolis to Bloomington and beyond. In Ohio, connect Cleveland, Toledo, Cincinnati, and more. In Utah, go from the foot of the Wasatch Front to Salt Lake City and the painted cliffs and pinnacles near the Arizona border. And in Washington State, ride the rolling Palouse and into the Snake River Canyon. “Twice each year, state departments of transportation play a significant role in the expansion of the U. S. Bicycle Route System by designating new routes,” said Jim Tymon, Executive Director of the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO). “This summer, we are not only witnessing the highest number of designations in any single period to date, but we are also seeing why making improvements to existing routes when... --- - Published: 2021-02-24 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/press_releases/adventure-cycling-and-aashto-sign-mou/ - Authors: Jennifer Hamelman WASHINGTON, DC – The American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials and the Adventure Cycling Association signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) today formalizing their 16-year partnership to expand the U. S. Bicycle Route System (USBRS) for a seamless travel experience across the United States. The MOU is the next step in an ongoing partnership between AASHTO and the Adventure Cycling Association that began in 2005. Through active engagement with AASHTO and its member state departments of transportation, the USBRS is approaching the 15,000-mile mark in 31 states and the District of Columbia. The end goal of the USBRS is a 50,000-mile network of routes spread out across the country. AASHTO Executive Director Jim Tymon and Adventure Cycling Association Executive Director Scott Pankratz signed the MOU at a virtual signing ceremony that took place during the AASHTO Washington Briefing. “This MOU highlights AASHTO’s long-standing commitment to advancing a multimodal vision for America,” Tymon said. “Each new bike route gives people more travel options to connect with neighboring communities, recreational facilities, and tourism. ” “We’re excited to formalize Adventure Cycling’s partnership with AASHTO and our continued work together to build the future of bicycle travel across the country,” Pankratz added.   Twice each year, AASHTO’s U. S. Route Numbering Special Committee reviews and recommends to the AASHTO Board of Directors a number of revisions, additions, or deletions to the U. S. numbered routes and Interstate Highway System. The special committee also reviews and recommends the approval of new and revised... --- - Published: 2021-01-11 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/press_releases/u-s-bicycle-route-system-expands-to-14-841-miles-and-31-states/ - Authors: Jennifer Hamelman MISSOULA, MONT. , January 11, 2021 — Adventure Cycling is proud to announce the designations of five new U. S. Bicycle Routes in four states — Maryland, New York, North Dakota, and West Virginia — plus Washington, DC, adding 290 miles to the U. S. Bicycle Route System (USBRS). In Maryland, USBR 201 shares routing with the East Coast Greenway on-road routing. In New York, the north-south USBR 11 travels from the shore of Lake Ontario, crosses the Erie Canalway in Lyons, then ends at the border with Pennsylvania. In North Dakota, USBR 30 takes riders across country where the wildlife outnumber people on U. S. 12. In Washington, DC, USBR 1 follows Capital Crescent and Rock Creek Trails along the Potomac River. In West Virginia, USBR 11 captures Appalachian farm country and history while connecting to existing USBRs in Maryland. “Interest in bicycling has grown in recent years, and especially in recent months as the coronavirus pandemic has prompted many people to turn to bicycling for daily commuting, recreation, and tourism,” said Jim Tymon, American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) executive director. “The expanding USBRS network is an important contribution to the nation’s transportation system. ” The USBRS is a developing national network of officially recognized, numbered, and signed bicycle routes. All U. S. Bicycle Routes are designated by AASHTO. With the new designations, the USBRS now boasts 14,841 miles of routes in 31 states and Washington, DC. Nearly 40 states have or are currently developing... --- - Published: 2020-08-28 - Modified: 2025-07-09 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/press_releases/the-usbrs-welcomes-new-cross-state-routes-in-wisconsin-and-california/ - Authors: Laura Crawford Wisconsin and California join the U. S. Bicycle Route System following the virtual spring meeting of the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO). MISSOULA, MONT. , August 31, 2020 — Adventure Cycling is proud to announce the designations of the first U. S. Bicycle Routes in Wisconsin and California, expanding the reach of the U. S. Bicycle Route System (USBRS) to 29 states. In Wisconsin, USBR 30 and USBR 230 utilize several off-road trails to connect Milwaukee to the Mississippi River at Bluff Siding. In California, USBR 50 connects Lake Tahoe and the existing USBR 50 in Nevada to the San Francisco Bay Area. Together, they add over 500 miles of new routes to the USBRS.   “The COVID-19 pandemic is challenging everyone to find new and creative ways to spend their recreation and vacation time,” said Jim Tymon, AASHTO executive director. “Many people have turned to the bicycle for daily commuting, recreation, and tourism. State departments of transportation are committed to providing more travel options to get people where they want to go. And with the addition of U. S. Bicycle Routes in California and Wisconsin, there are now 29 states that are part of the USBRS, which is connecting communities both large and small and urban and rural. ” The USBRS is a developing national network of officially recognized, numbered, and signed bicycle routes. All U. S. Bicycle Routes are designated by AASHTO. With the new designations, the USBRS now boasts 14,598 miles of routes... --- - Published: 2020-06-22 - Modified: 2025-07-09 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/press_releases/parks-peaks-and-prairies-bicycle-route-connects-yellowstone-with-minneapolis/ - Authors: Alex Strickland Photo by Tom Robertson MISSOULA, Mont. (June 22, 2020) – Adventure Cycling Association’s newest route was always going to be memorable – the 1,287-mile Parks, Peaks, and Prairies Bicycle Route (PPP) brings the organization’s total cycling route network to 50,000 miles — but 2020 has tacked on another, unexpected layer. Guiding cyclists from Yellowstone National Park, through Wyoming’s plains and Devils Tower National Monument, past the Black Hills, Mount Rushmore and the Badlands of South Dakota, on to the continent’s biggest rivers and some of the 10,000 lakes of Minnesota before finishing in bike-friendly Minneapolis, the PPP traverses iconic terrain, even in uncertain times. Our newest route takes in some of our country’s most beautiful natural wonders and national landmarks between the Rocky Mountains and the Midwest, and it brings our route network to a total of 50,000 miles,” said Director of Routes & Mapping Carla Majernik, who rode across the country in 1976 with Bikecentennial and has helmed Adventure Cycling’s Routes & Mapping department for decades. “However, we never imagined the challenges of traveling this summer as we designed it. So while 2020 might not be the ideal time to ride the full Parks, Peaks, and Prairies route, it’s a great time to tackle smaller sections if you live nearby or to plan for riding in 2021 and beyond. The PPP also offers a connecting option between the TransAmerica Trail and the Northern Tier bicycle routes, as well as crossing over the Lewis & Clark Trail near the new route’s midpoint.... --- - Published: 2020-06-15 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/press_releases/adventure-cycling-releases-first-ever-podcast-dynamo-jenny/ - Authors: David Barth Illustration by Daniel Mrgan MISSOULA, MT (June 15, 2020) — The advent of the bicycle coincided with, and influenced, the rise of the women’s rights movement in the late nineteenth century. But, by some accounts, it could be argued that cycling was more gender-inclusive then than it is today. Dynamo Jenny, Adventure Cycling’s first-ever podcast, explores the dynamics of women, bikes, and taking on public space in America through personal stories from the people who ride. Podcast host, Jessica Zephyrs, introduces listeners to industry gurus like Nicole Formosa, professional creatives like Hilary Oliver, and a handful of inspiring and hilarious women from all walks of life. With adventure being hard to come by at this particular time, connection and stories are the ways we have to get out of our own headspaces right now,” Zephyrs said. “So I’m particularly excited that I have the privilege of helping to convey some really lovely, and at times outrageous, personal accounts of bicycle travel. The podcast has everything from grizzly bear encounters, an overnighter at a monastery, and on-tour breakups to feminist bicycle history, bicycle clubs for people of color, and a woman who’s trying to find out if she’s the first Black woman to ride the TransAmerica Trail self-supported. These women’s stories hit on some of the most poignant aspects of traveling on a bike: vulnerability, self-doubt, and joy. How accessible, here and now, is the freedom and independence that the bicycle first promised? Trailer Embed Code Find Dynamo Jenny on all major... --- - Published: 2020-03-11 - Modified: 2023-04-20 - URL: https://www.adventurecycling.org/press_releases/winners-of-adventure-cycling-award-encourage-poc-lgbtq-to-travel-by-bike/ James Keys, 21, Emilytricia Lopez Marchena, 29, Rachel Pauli, 30, Corinna Wollmann, 25, will take Adventure Cycling educational courses, get new gear, and promote bicycle travel to underrepresented communities, including LGBTQ+ and people of color.   MISSOULA, MONT. , March 11, 2020 — Adventure Cycling Association has chosen four young adults to receive the 2020 Greg Siple Award for Young Adult Bicycle Travel. James Keys, 21, of Newburgh, Ind. , and Emilytricia Lopez Marchena, 29, of Oakland, Calif. , won the Intro to Bike Touring Award. Rachel Pauli, 30, of Missoula, Mont. , and Corinna Wollmann, 25, of Washington, DC, were chosen as the Outdoor Leadership recipients. The Greg Siple Award covers the cost of attending an Adventure Cycling educational course and provides the winners with bike touring gear. In return, each recipient will perform an outreach project to promote bicycle touring to underrepresented communities. Applicants proposed their projects in written applications, and 10 finalists in each award category were asked to make short videos about their projects. Now in its seventh year, the Greg Siple Award was developed to introduce more young people to bicycle travel. The award is named in honor of Adventure Cycling’s cofounder and longtime art director Greg Siple, who discovered bike touring as a young adult and inspired generations of people to travel by bike. Intro to Bike Touring Award Keys and Lopez Marchena were chosen from 44 applicants for the Intro to Bike Touring award. They will learn more about the logistics of bike travel by... --- ---