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 this new gravel route from the Mississippi River to the Pacific Coast
Drop-in Rides
Ride all or some of an iconic route alongside Lael Wilcox and Ryan Van Duzer
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 50th Epic.
Drop-in means you can ride any section at any time, or the entire route. Join Lael as she sets the FKT on the new 50th route or pedal along with Ryan Van Duzer on the Great Divide.
Sign up for free and tell us what you plan to ride, and we’ll give you the digital route, show you how to form a group, and help you plan your ride.
More coming soon!
Route
Designed as a celebration of our 50th anniversary, this route will redefine long-distance, off-road bikepacking in the U.S. and highlight the full spectrum of American landscapes and riding styles.
Follow Sarah Swallow as she rides the route pre-release Aug-Oct 2025 and get inspired for your own ride on it in 2026.
