FIND FRIENDS TO RIDE WITH
Each year, hundreds of cyclists grab their maps, plan their tours, pack their panniers or trailers, and head for the open roads and trails of America. Many of these intrepid two-wheeled travelers would like to have company for the journey. If you're looking for a touring companion for your adventure, here's the place to start. The cyclists below are all members of the Adventure Cycling Association, and they're getting ready to pack up and take off.

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CROSS COUNTRY

TransAmerica - July 09   created: 01/05/2009
24-year-old female planning to leave job as emergency-room nurse to travel, starting with a TransAmerica ride. Tenatively beginning in July and ending September. For me this ride will definitley be more about the journey than the destination. Self supported and mostly camping. Not bare bones but consciously as it's the begining of a long trip. Initially planned to go alone, now decided to see who's out there! If interested in joining me for some or the long haul

TransAmerica Bicycle Trail   created: 01/05/2009
Two 24-year-old males are going west to east on the TransAmerica Bicycle Trail. We plan on leaving, by train, from Chicago to Astoria, Oregon on May 25th. We plan on riding 70 miles a day, with a break every seventh day, but we have no set schedule. Near 100 percent camping with some stealth camping. We will be riding self contained. Anyone interested in joining

TransAmerica - West to East   created: 01/02/2009
51-year-old couple with nine-year-old son riding TransAmerica west to east. Looking for small family, couple, or individual interested in joining us. Leaving Astoria early June 2009. Average 60 miles a day, six days a week. Finish in early September. Mostly camping with occasional warm showers and cheap hotels. Touring experience a plus but not necessary. Should be prepared for loads of fun. If interested

Western Express/Trans Am 2009   created: 12/31/2008
We are seeking people who would be interested in being involved in bicycle travel to raise support for orphans in Africa and also to raise awareness of how they are affected by the aids issue. We would be raising funds for a Christian humanitarian organization and the trip would be van supported. Address initial inquiries to George at

TransAm 2009   created: 12/17/2008
Starting at Yellowstone and ending at Yorktown, Virginia; beginning August 10 and ending around September 27. Mostly camping, eating breakfast out, lunch snacks, and cook supper. Leave time to visit with people and interesting sites. Could start together or I would meet you if you started in Astoria, Oregon. I am a 66-year-old male with plenty of touring experience. If interested

TransAm 09 - Either Direction   created: 12/01/2008
I am interested in riding the TransAm either west to east or east to west, starting in the spring of 2009. I do not wish to camp at all. I'm a 63-year-old retired male educator hoping to find other riders who are not campers. Daily ride up to 80 miles with one rest day per week. Not particular on starting/ending date. Will use Adventure Cycling maps to determine lodging, meals, etc. Would welcome a support vehicle if anyone is interested in mixing riding with driving and would help with gas. If interested, call (785) 783-3669 or

Coast to Coast - Summer 2009   created: 11/25/2008
48 year-old male planning to ride cross-country, self-contained, direction TBD. Departing approx. May 1, 2009 for three months. Departure date is flexible. Seeking companion(s) to ride with all the way, or maybe during segments along the way. I haven't decided on a final route, so I'm open to planning the details with interested companion(s). At this point, thinking of the TransAm route; Southern Tier looks possible. I expect to mostly camp, with the occassional hotel for weather or mental breaks. 75 miles per day goal is desirable, but definitely not required. Looking to stop and smell the roses along the way.

Northern Tier - 2009   created: 11/21/2008
West to east. Family of four heading out of Spokane, Washington on June 12 until we get east. Planning on Northern Tier, northern lakes and Erie connectors to Pittsburgh, GAP and C/O trails. Looking for help, clues to fun, to give support and encouragement to 12- and 14-year-old girls. Mostly camping, some hotel and warm showers. We will stop in Ceder Point. Need ideas for the shortest, safest way from Sandusky Ohio to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and from Washington, DC to the coast.

TransAm East-West 2009   created: 11/03/2008
23-year-old male, seeking a partner to accompany me east to west on TransAm Trail. I plan to start in late May after graduating college. I'm not picky at all, but I plan on mostly camping (hotels sometimes) and cooking a bit, but eating at diners, etc. a lot as well. Contact me if you want to work something out.

Northern Tier 2009   created: 10/27/2008
Any interested person interested in doing the Northern Tier starting next May 2009 any where from 1st to the middle of month. I'm leaving from Northern Virginia going to Pittsburgh then north to Erie and the Northern Tier. Doing both alternate routes. Ride will be easy paced, mostly camping and cooking but motel etc. and restruants when needed. Also Warmshowers. This ride will celebrate my 70th birthday. If interested,

Northern Tier - East to West 2009   created: 10/27/2008
I'm a 49-year-old male, university professor, planning a self-supported ride of the Northern Tier, east to west, starting in late May 2009. I'm an off-and-on rider. My only other multi-day ride was way back in 1994 when I rode from Lands End to John O'Groats (UK) with three other riders from my running club. That was one of the most memorable adventures of my life and I said then I was going to do the same across the U.S. some day. I would like to average around 100 miles a day ? not real fast riding, but by spending between 8 and 11 hours a day in the saddle. Some camping and some hotels. Planning on taking lots of photos and blogging along the way. This is my "big adventure" before I hit 50 and my wife is very supportive, but she would feel a lot better if I had a riding buddy. If there is anyone else out there who may be interested in joining me or all or part of the ride,

Cross Country - West to East 2009   created: 10/10/2008
60-year-old male seeking companions for cross-country ride beginning 6/20-21/09. Lewis & Clark or TransAm to Missoula, Northern Tier to Bar Harbor or TransAm to Yorktown. Riding 6 days per week, mostly camping but motels on rest days or when necessary. If interested

Sideways - Southwest to Northeast   created: 10/02/2008
Southern California to Trenton Bridge, Maine April 1 to June 1, 2009. Looking for someone interested in Support function role for a cross-country cyclist. Make it as much your trip as mine. If interested

Southern Tier - 2009   created: 10/01/2008
61-year-old male from UK planning to cross via the Southern Tier in mid February - east to west. Using motels (as many as possible) and camping. Between 40 to 50 miles per day - nothing too strenuous. Would welcome a companion for some or all of the journey. I'm fairly experienced in long-distance cycling, not too sure that means a lot. If interested

Northwest to Southeast   created: 09/24/2008
In mid-May 2009, I'm retiring from Fort Lewis, Washington after 30 years in the U.S. Army and am riding home to Saint Augustine, Florida. I'll be leaving from near Vancouver, Washington (across the river from Portland, Oregon) on the Lewis and Clark Trail, to the Underground Railroad Trail, and to the Southern Tier into Saint Augustine. I'll be camping most nights with occasional stays in motels. My wife will be supporting until I'm past the Rockies. If this sounds like your type adventure,

TransAmerica - East-West - 2009   created: 09/08/2008
31-year-old male to cycle from Atlantic Ocean, New Jersey south to Washington DC/Blue Ridge Parkway and connect with TransAm bike trail in Christiansburg, Virginia, then head west to Portland, Oregon. Companion wanted, 80-100 miles/day, unsupported. Starting April/May 2009, finishing June/July 2009.

Northern Tier 2009 - West to East   created: 08/13/2008
Leaving in early May from the Oregon coast and ending on the Delaware coast, camping most of the way. I live in Portland Oregon, am a partnered gay male (partner does not bike) and turning 50 on June 1. I'm hoping to find a companion to cycle with and hopefully sail across as much of the Great Lakes as possible (Duluth to Erie? Still figuring that out!). Comments and suggestions most welcome!

Cross Country - Either Way   created: 07/31/2008
25-year-old male really want to bike across the U.S. but my inexperience at biking and camping makes me really want to go with someone. No concrete details other than the goal. West to east or east to west, northern route or southern, I don't know yet or care i just want to do it! Mostly camping, 50 or so miles a day. If interested,

Southern Tier - West to East   created: 05/30/2008
Experienced 48-year-old male Australian cycle tourist wanting to do Southern Tier, departing late February 2009 from San Diego. West to East arriving in early May. Camping and cooking with occasional accomodation along the way. If interested,

Western Express/TransAm 2009   created: 05/30/2008
I am a 63-year-old male, seeking one or more people of a similar age, to join me for all or part of the way across the U.S. I am planning to cycle the Western Express from San Francisco, joining up with the TransAm in Pueblo, Colorado, starting May 2009. I intend on camping only where necessary.

Cross Country 2009   created: 01/22/2008
57-year-old male teacher looking for partner to join me on cross-country tour, beginning June 8 (in Boise, Idaho) and ending (in Williamsburg, Virginia) on or about August 12, 2009. Will mostly camp, but also use motels as necessary to refresh body and soul. If interested,

Cross Country 2009   created: 01/22/2008
Looking for partner for cross-country tour May to August 2009. West to East. Not sure if going by the TransAm or Northern Trier. I turn 50 in May 2009 and want to do something to remember it by! Will be mostly camping and cooking. I have done some touring in Europe before. If interested,

Home Stay on the TransAm   created: 10/09/2007
I would like to extend a welcome to TransAm riders to stay at my house. I live in Farmington, Missouri, just outside of the city limits and have a free bed and possibly a hot meal. Please email me at for information.


EUROPE

Spring Adventure - Benelux/France/Spain   created: 12/01/2008
Interested in wandering Western Europe? I plan to get a round-trip flight to Amsterdam and a three-country, five-day Eurail pass, leaving the U.S. around April 15 and returning about the end of May. I am equipped to tour self-supported but will look for places with at least basic bunk, showers, and laundry every few days. If the weather is bad in the north (or wherever I am), I will use the train to move to where the weather looks to be more to my liking. The time and five-day pass should allow pedaling into border regions of Denmark, Germany, Switzerland, Italy, and Portugal if we choose. I?m open to ideas or adjustments. I am well experienced and in excellent health but not wealthy. I?m looking for companions that would consider participating in this adventure. If interested in joining me for all or part

Europe   created: 10/27/2008
Seasoned cycle tourist seeking adventurous cyclist (age 35-48) for year-round weekend rides in the Washington, DC area with an eye to Eastern Europe, Normandy and the Loire Valley or Ireland in July-August, 2009. 45-50 miles/day at a casual 10-15 miles per hour. B&B overnights. Prefer a personable, flexible individual with a sense of humor and lots of stamina who loves biking as a social activity and as a great way to see the world.


NORTH AMERICA

Great Divide - Banff to New Mexico   created: 01/05/2009
Easy-going Australian couple, experienced cycle tourists, planning to ride the Great Divide north to south commencing in Banff around mid July. Would like companions to join us in the ups and downs and high and lows of what will surely be a great ride. We are flexible on daily distances and duration of the ride so we can enjoy the sights along the way rather than rush to get to the other end. We have the Adventure Cycling maps and guidebook. If interested

Atlantic Coast - Florida to Maine   created: 01/02/2009
Experienced 70-year-old cyclist (Southern Tier in 2003 and Natchez Trace in 2006) looking for companions to ride from Key West to Bar Harbor starting mid April 2009. Self contained, camping with occasional motels and no cooking - local eateries and grocery stores preferred. Estimated average of 60 miles per day at a smell-the-roses pace. Good sense of humor a must. If interested

Texas Ride to Big Bend National Park   created: 12/21/2008
Looking for companions to ride to Big Bend. Leaving from Bastrop, Texas on January 26 using Adventure Cycling maps. Arriving in Lajitas on February 11 in time for the Mas o Menos Mountain Bike Fest. Staying mostly in State Parks. If interested

Florida Short Tour   created: 12/10/2008
This is a spur of the moment trip. Looking for a few riders to join me for a ride from Key West to Boynton Beach, Florida. On the morning of January 8, 2009, we will board a boat shuttle at Fort Myers for a 3.5 hour high-speed ride directly to Key West. From there we will ride north to Boynton Beach. Approximately 4+/- days; 50 miles per day (Very flexible on the days and mileage). Camping or Motels okay. No cooking. I have a Adventure Cycling map. If interested contact Dean at 561 542-1930 or

Vancouver, BC to San Francisco   created: 12/05/2008
50-year-old male seeks a few experienced riders for early June 2009 trip. Will follow Adventure Cycling route. Camping, no cooking, hotels when necessary. Plan on 70 miles a day. If interested

Atlantic Coast - Florida to Maine   created: 12/02/2008
Looking for companions to do a tour in 2009 from Florida to Maine, from Spring to Fall. Would like to tour with persons wanting to explore areas versus racking up the miles. I'd rather spend a day exploring unique areas than just passing through! I'd like to explore towns in America and meet the people that live there. If you are in a rush, then this isn't for you! If you are interested,

Atlantic Coast - Florida to Maine   created: 12/02/2008
Retired man planning a ride from South Florida to Bar Harbor, Maine in April-May 2009. Trip distance approx 2,600 miles (60 to 70 days). Seeking other riders to join me. Self contained, camping along the way, motels sometimes, grocery stores and restaurants all the time - no cooking. Estimate average mileage of 50 to 70 miles per day but will take a break for rest and relaxation whenever the need arises. Flexible and open minded. Call Dean at (561) 542-1930 or

San Francisco to San Diego - 2009   created: 12/01/2008
Experienced racing cyclist with some touring experience looking for companion(s) to ride from San Francisco to San Diego in seven days. Each day's average mileage will be 89 miles to make the 620-mile trek to San Diego in seven days. Scheduled ride is for 2009 but have not yet decided whether to ride in the spring (May-June) or fall (September October). Plan is to ride with bare necessities using a 1,000 cubic-inch trunk pack and stay in Motel 6/Super 8 type accommodations - no camping. The lighter load will result in a faster pace and better bike handling. I'm doing this to celebrate my 50th birthday with hopes of wanting to do more tours in the future. Tentative schedule is the following: Sunday, Golden Gate Bridge to Santa Cruz - 85. Monday, Santa Cruz to Monterey - 45. Tuesday, Monterey to San Simeon - 95. Wednesday, San Simeon to Lompoc - 95. Thursday, Lompoc to Oxnard - 92. Friday, Oxnard to Orange County - 120. Saturday, Orange County to San Diego - 85. If interested,

Blue Ridge Parkway - 2009   created: 12/01/2008
I would like to ride the Blue Ridge Parkway next summer (2009). A well-established bike company called Black Bear Adventures has tours available. To go on the longer 13-night option, it is a private tour for groups of 6 or more. So my wife and I are looking for 4 or more riders that are interested in going on the longer trip. If interested,

San Francisco to Phoenix   created: 12/01/2008
Interested in companions for mid-late September 2009 ride from San Francisco Bay area to Phoenix via Yosemite, Mono Lake, Tonopah, Cedar City, Marble Canyon, Flagstaff, and Payson. This challenging 1,000-mile route involves major climbing, extreme alpine and desert conditions, and spectacular scenery. I'd like to ride unsupported, average 70 miles per day, camp most of the time, and finish in 15-16 days (including one or two break days). I'm a 50-year-old male with touring and randonee experience who would welcome any riders who are physically/mentally prepared and have the right bike and gear. If interested, call 510-205-0729 or

Colorado Mountain Biking   created: 11/19/2008
Plan to ride roughly five minor and four major off-road mountain-trail routes of 50 to 300-plus miles in Colorado in the summer of 2009. The rides will be at around 10,000 feet give or take. I'm a 40-year-old avid mountain biker looking for someone who, like myself, would be highly motivated, loves long-distance trails, is advanced, but not an expert, okay with technical stuff, but great with endurance and strenuous trail riding for up to 10 hours. If it interests you, contact me for more details. Some rides will be one-day round trips, a few will be one-way mulitiple-day routes. All rides will cover a combination of 4wd, singletrack, and dirt roads.

Atlantic Coast - Florida to Maine   created: 11/18/2008
Experienced cyclist (retired) seeking 1-3 companions for 2009 spring (April - May) tour. Some flexibility on the start date. Mostly camping, eating out of grocery stores and restaurants. About 60 miles/day. I enjoy meeting and visiting with the locals along the way and like to keep moving. If interested call Don at 330-499-4789 or

Civil War Odyssey   created: 11/03/2008
Group looking for additional companions for a 12-day tour of various civil war battlesites, including Gettysburg, Antietam, and Harper''s Ferry among others. Start late May 2009 in Northern Virginia. Using motels and support vehicle (sharing expenses). Average 50 miles a day (some hilly terrain). If interested

TransAm - Virginia to Colorado   created: 10/29/2008
65-year-old male seeking riding companions for a self-contained trip from Yorktown, Virginia to Pueblo, Colorado following the TransAm Trail, starting mid April and finishing mid June 2009. Trip distance will be approximately 2,500 miles, averaging 50-60 miles per day six days per week, mostly camping with occasional motels or when necessary. If interested

Southern Tier Services   created: 10/21/2008
I live on the Southern Tier just east of San Diego and have guided many cross-country riders from Ocean Beach to the Mountains. If you need a guide, or just want some company for a few days, let me know. If you need somewhere to ship your bike, I have done that in the past and can help you re-assemble it. I also have a van if you need transportation from the airport. I can also recommend good camp grounds in the area. For more information

Oregon Trail   created: 10/21/2008
I'm riding the first segment of the Oregon Trail during the summer of 2009. We will leave from St. Joseph, Missouri. This will be a two-week, 800-mile trip for the first segment. I am looking for two or three travel companions and will provide the sag wagon. We will camp along the way but will occasionally stay in a motel to shower or escape bad weather. If interested, call (605) 721-1427 or

Great Divide 2009   created: 09/16/2008
I plan on riding the Great Divide North to South in July and August of 2009. Will ride about 45 miles per day with five to seven rest days; planning to finish in 65 days and will stay in a motel/cabin every six or seven days. Should be a great experience, hard but fun. Just recently rode the TransAm from west to east. This trip will be on mountain bikes - 90% trails and service roads and 10% paved roads. Will be using Adventure Cycling maps. Looking for two to four riders with experience that can work as a team. I'm a 62-year-old male that rides four times per week and loves cycling and the outdoors. If interested or want to discuss this,

Great Divide '09   created: 09/11/2008
73-year-old male seeks riders for a Great Divide Mountain Bike Ride in 2009. My experience: 2006 Coast to Coast, 2007 Canada to Mexico via the Pacific Coast, 2008 California to Indiana via the Natchez Trace. If interested, call (760) 742 3749 or

Minnesota to Texas   created: 07/31/2008
Looking for companion(s) to ride the Northern/Great Rivers/Southern Tier routes. Starting in Stillwater, Minnnesota around September 15 to Baton Rouge, Louisiana, then heading west to about La Grange,Texas ending up near Corpus Christi on the Gulf. This is my first experience touring but I have a decent amount of urban biking under my belt. I'm a 26-year-old female who really doesn't want to be in Minnesota for another winter, why not bike to my winter destination? I plan on doing 50-60 miles a day, mainly camping and cooking, perhaps some couch surfing. If interested,





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.

To list your own ride: You must be a member of the Adventure Cycling Association before you can list a ride in this area. Email your ad of 50 words or less to the Editor. Include your membership number, address, and phone number along with your listing.