August 7, 2023 - (Missoula, Montana) With a vision that that the joy and freedom of bicycle travel should be accessible to everyone, Adventure Cycling Association launched the Short Routes Program, an innovative endeavor aimed at breaking down barriers and making bike travel more approachable, no matter someone’s level of experience or available time.
On August 7, 2023, Adventure Cycling will open submissions for new Short Routes. Anyone can submit a route in the US that a beginner can bike in two to five days, with approximately 20-50 miles of riding each day.
“I am pleased to be expanding our route library with these community-sourced Short Routes and look forward to seeing what places are begging to be discovered by a new audience,” said Jennifer Hamelman, Director of Routes. “Submitting a favorite regional trip is a fabulous way to contribute to and help us grow the bicycle travel movement.”
Short routes are two- to five-day bicycle routes and itineraries, crafted with the beginner adventurer in mind and are available free as Ride with GPS routes on the Adventure Cycling website. Current Short Routes start from Los Angeles, CA; Washington, DC; Atlanta, GA; Boston, MA; Minneapolis, MN; Philadelphia, PA; Austin, TX; and Seattle, WA.
While Adventure Cycling is known for its long, epic bicycle touring routes around the United States, life’s commitments can sometimes make it challenging to embark on long, multi-week tours. These shorter routes, allowing cyclists to escape from the daily grind without sacrificing the enchantment of bicycle travel. A community-driven approach ensures that these routes are reviewed for accessibility, so cyclists can experience the thrill of adventure, even with limited time, skills, or equipment. Adventure Cycling’s mission is to inspire, empower, and connect people to travel by bicycle. Our organization is proud to have more than 50,000 members, and with the power of the community behind us, we work to align the people, places, and infrastructure needed for meaningful bicycle travel. Adventurecycling.org
