Note: We provide special services for members of the press needing information about bicycle touring and our association. Enter our Media Room

ADVENTURE CYCLING ASSOCIATION STANDS STRONG THROUGH STORMY 2009
November 12, 2009, Missoula, Mont. — Adventure Cycling Association — North America’s largest membership cycling organization — today reported strong income numbers for FY09 (ending September 30) with overall growth in its membership, sales, development, and tours programs. Surprisingly, in a year where many tour companies suffered, the big star for Adventure Cycling was its guided cycling tours. Total tours participants were up 9% over FY08, with total tours revenue increasing 23%. The Association offers more than 40 cycling tours each year, including supported trips, self-contained tours, and educational trips such as its unique Intro to Road Touring course. More.

ADVENTURE CYCLING HONORS 2009 BICYCLE TRAVEL AWARD WINNERS
November 4, 2009, Missoula, Mont. — Adventure Cycling Association is pleased to announce the winners of its 2009 Pacesetter, Bike Shop, Trail Angel, and Volunteer of the Year awards. “There is an extraordinary community of people, groups, and shops who make the life of the traveling cyclist easier and more fulfilling,” said Jim Sayer, executive director of Adventure Cycling. “Our awards single out some of leaders in this community in order to honor their contributions and to raise awareness about how bicycle travel is making the United States a better, friendlier, and more connected country.” More.

ADVENTURE CYCLING CARTOGRAPHER ELECTED TO NACIS BOARD OF DIRECTORS
October 27, 2009, Missoula, Mont. — Adventure Cycling Association cartographer Jennifer Milyko was recently elected to the North American Cartographic Information Society’s (NACIS) board of directors during the Society’s annual meeting in Sacramento, California. “As one of the conference hosts in 2008, it’s been clear that Jenn is very committed to the cartographic community,” said Lou Cross, NACIS’ executive director, “NACIS is grateful for Jenn’s enthusiastic involvement with our organization and her upcoming service on our board.” More.

ADVENTURE CYCLING CARTOGRAPHERS DESCEND ON NACIS
October 1, 2009, Missoula, Mont. — The annual gathering of the North American Cartographic Information Society (NACIS) convenes in Sacramento, California, October 7-10, 2009. Members of Adventure Cycling Association’s routes and mapping department will be in attendance to present as part of the conference’s Practical Cartography Day, and to compete for a spot on the NACIS board of directors. More.

ADVENTURE CYCLING SEEKS AWARD NOMINATIONS FOR 2009 BICYCLE HEROES
September 16, 2009, Missoula, Mont. — There are only two weeks left to nominate your bicycle travel heroes for the Adventure Cycling Awards. Adventure Cycling — North America’s largest cycling membership organization — will close award nominations on September 30th, 2009. More.

NEW ONLINE GALLERY HIGHLIGHTS NATIONAL BICYCLE TOURING PORTRAIT COLLECTION
August 27, 2009, Missoula, Mont. — Seventy-six select images and stories from Adventure Cycling Association’s renowned National Bicycle Touring Portrait Collection can now be found in the organization’s new online Portrait Gallery. Users can browse the portraits by themed categories such as tandems, recumbents, and musical instruments, and the search box function allows the curious to search by a cyclist’s name, bike type, year traveling, starting city, rider hometown, and more. More.

GOING TO INTERBIKE? CONNECT WITH SOME OF THE NATION'S MOST DEDICATED CYCLISTS
August 19, 2009, Missoula, Mont. — In celebration of its continued strength as the nation's largest nonprofit cycling membership organization, with over 44,000 members, Adventure Cycling Association plans to give away three Corporate Memberships and three Bike Shop Memberships at the Interbike International Trade Expo in Las Vegas, September 23-25. These memberships provide an opportunity for corporate entities and bike shops to connect with Adventure Cycling’s burgeoning membership — not just cyclists, but some of the most dedicated and active users of two-wheeled transportation in America. More.

SRAM CYCLING FUND AND FOUNDATIONS SUPPORT U.S. BICYCLE ROUTE SYSTEM
August 13, 2009, Missoula, Mont. — Adventure Cycling Association today announced three new grants in support of the organization’s work to establish an official United States Bicycle Route System (USBRS). The grants will enable Adventure Cycling to continue its organizing and cartographic work with federal and state agencies and nonprofits to establish what could become the largest national cycling route network on the planet. More.

BRONX LAB STUDENTS SPIN THROUGH HISTORY ON UNDERGROUND RAILROAD BICYCLE ROUTE
July 16, 2009, Missoula, Mont. — This summer, eight Bronx Lab students will cycle a 280-mile stretch of the Underground Railroad Bicycle Route in Ohio. The Bronx Lab Underground Railroad Riders are part of the school’s unique, real-world-as-classroom initiative, “Health and History: Biking the Underground Railroad,” aimed at marrying healthy living habits with learning history. More.

LANDMARK "BLISS BICYCLE" FROM BIKECENTENNIAL ENSHRINED AT ADVENTURE CYCLING
July 8, 2009, Missoula, Mont. — Adventure Cycling Association today announced the installation of a unique “triple tandem” bicycle that was used by a dad and his two young daughters to pedal more than 4,200 miles in 1976 in honor of the nation’s Bicentennial. Bill Bliss of San Jose, California, custom-built the three-seater for himself and his daughters, 8 year-old Shannon and 7 year-old Heather, and together they rode it on Adventure Cycling’s TransAmerica Trail along with more than 4,100 riders as part of Bikecentennial ’76. More.

ADVENTURE CYCLING SEEKS AWARD NOMINATIONS FOR 2009 BICYCLE HEROES
July 1, 2009, Missoula, Mont. — Adventure Cycling — North America’s largest cycling membership organization — welcomes nominations for their fifth annual bicycle travel awards. Celebrating the heroes of bicycle travel in America, these awards include the June Curry Trail Angel Award, the Pacesetter Bicycle Travel Award, the Sam Braxton Bike Shop Award, and the Adventure Cycling Volunteer of the Year Award. “Adventure Cycling’s national awards program recognizes the ‘above and beyond’ contributions made by individuals and organizations in America to improve conditions for bicycle travelers,” said membership and marketing coordinator Amy Corbin. More.

REI AWARDS $10,000 IN SUPPORT OF NEW SIERRA CASCADES ROUTE
June 24, 2009, Missoula, Mont. — Adventure Cycling Association was recently presented with a $10,000 check from Recreational Equipment, Inc (REI) at Adventure Cycling’s headquarters at 150 E. Pine Street in Missoula, Montana. The REI funds will support on-going mapping and production work for the Association’s newest route — the Sierra Cascades Bicycle Route. A 2,400-mile road-based journey, the route will stretch from Sumas, Washington, at the Canadian-Washington State border, through the Cascade Range into Oregon, southward through the Sierra Nevada Range in California and Nevada, to the Tehachapi and San Bernardino Mountains in Southern California, ending in Tecate, California, at the Mexican border. To date, REI has provided $30,000 in support of the Sierra Cascades Route. More.

TOUR DIVIDE TACKLES WORLD'S LONGEST MOUNTAIN BIKE ROUTE
June 12, 2009, Missoula, Mont. — Mountain biking’s greatest race — and one of the toughest competitions in all of sport — has begun. The second-annual Tour Divide launched today at 10 a.m. from Banff, Alberta, with 42 racers, the largest field of Divide racers ever. More.

HIGH CUISINE, LOW-COST BIKE TOURS IN NORTHERN CALIFORNIA AND OREGON
April 21, 2009, Missoula, Mont. — For Americans in the western U.S. looking for affordable, healthy, close-to-home travel opportunities — with freshly prepared cuisine featuring organic produce — they have an excellent choice in Adventure Cycling tours. The prices are among the lowest for professionally guided bike trips and the variety is terrific, from challenging climbs in the Sierra Nevada to a beautiful spin along the Oregon Coast or in California’s wine country. These trips are organized by Adventure Cycling, the largest cycling membership nonprofit in North America and an expert on bike travel since 1976. More.

ADVENTURE CYCLING EMBRACES GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY
April 13, 2009, Missoula, Mont.  Adventure Cycling Association today announced that its world-renowned cycling maps will now be produced using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) technology. Kevin McManigal, Adventure Cycling’s GIS specialist, and cartographer Casey Greene recently completed the conversion of one map section of the Association’s Great Parks South Bicycle Route from a strictly illustration software-based format to a GIS and illustration software-based map. It is the first map in Adventure Cycling’s Route Network to receive this treatment, which adds new features such as shaded relief, and a revised north arrow and scale bar. More.

LOW-COST, CLOSE-TO-HOME BIKE TOURS IN MONTANA, WASHINGTON AND OREGON
April 3, 2009, Missoula, Mont. — For Americans in the northwestern U.S. looking for healthy, low-cost, close-to-home travel opportunities, they have an excellent choice in Adventure Cycling tours. The prices are among the lowest for professionally guided bike trips and the variety is terrific, from challenging climbs on the Continental Divide to a beautiful spin along the Oregon Coast. These trips are organized by Adventure Cycling Association, the largest cycling membership non-profit in America and an expert on bike travel since 1976. More.

LOW-COST, CLOSE-TO-HOME BIKE TOURS IN THE NORTHERN U.S.
March 31, 2009, Missoula, Mont. — For Americans in the northern U.S. looking for healthy, low-cost, close-to-home travel opportunities, they have an excellent choice in Adventure Cycling tours and courses. The prices are among the lowest for professionally guided bike trips or courses. The variety is terrific, from challenging climbs on the Continental Divide to gentle, traffic-free journeys on rail-trails in Idaho and South Dakota. There is even a special course on how to travel by bike. These trips are organized by Adventure Cycling Association, the largest cycling membership non-profit in America and an expert on bike travel since 1976. More.

UNDERGROUND RAILROAD BICYCLE ROUTE IMMERSES CYCLISTS IN HISTORY
March 24, 2009, Missoula, Mont. — Since its unveiling in 2007, the award-winning Underground Railroad Bicycle Route (UGRR) has touched thousands of lives, inspiring experienced bicycle travelers, and hundreds of new cyclists, to take all or part of this incredible, life-changing journey. /> More.

LOW-COST, CLOSE-TO-HOME BIKE TOURS FROM AMERICA'S BICYCLE TRAVEL EXPERTS
March 17, 2009, Missoula, Mont. — For East Coast residents looking for healthy, low-cost, close-to-home travel opportunities, they have an excellent choice in Adventure Cycling tours and courses. The prices are among the lowest for professionally guided bike trips or courses in the U.S. and the variety is terrific, from challenging climbs on the Blue Ridge to gentle, traffic-free journeys on the C&O Canal. There are even special courses on how to travel by bike, how to lead bike tours, and how to take young people on bike tours. All of these are organized by Adventure Cycling Association, the largest cycling membership non-profit in America and an expert on bike travel since 1976. More.

CELEBRATE BLACK HISTORY: 2009 IS THE YEAR TO RIDE THE UNDERGROUND RAILROAD
February 11, 2009, Missoula, Mont. — Since its unveiling in 2007, the award-winning Underground Railroad Bicycle Route (UGRR) has touched thousands of lives, inspiring experienced bicycle tourists and hundreds of new cyclists to take all or part of this incredible, life-changing journey. More.

TEN TOP BICYCLING TOURS IN NORTH AMERICA
January 15, 2009, Missoula, Mont. —In its second annual “Ten Top Tours” feature, award-winning Adventure Cyclist magazine has chosen and profiled ten of the finest cycling destinations in North America. Each carefully selected destination is home to world-class bicycle touring on low- or no-traffic roads and trails through a wide geographic variety of unbelievably beautiful landscapes. More.

UNDERGROUND RAILROAD BICYCLE ROUTE WINS AMERICAN TRAILS PARTNERSHIP AWARD
November 18, 2008, Missoula, Mont. — Adventure Cycling Association’s nationally acclaimed Underground Railroad Bicycle Route has won the American Trails National Partnership Award. Announced last night at the 19^th National Trails Symposium in Little Rock, Arkansas, this award recognizes the unique partnership forged between Adventure Cycling Association and the University of Pittsburgh’s Center for Minority Health to create a 2,028-mile bicycle route memorializing the Underground Railroad, a network of secret routes and safe houses by which freedom seekers attempted to escape slavery before and during the Civil War. The Underground Railroad Bicycle Route passes points of interest and historic sites from Mobile, Alabama, a busy port for slavery during the pre-civil war era, north to Owen Sound, Ontario, a town founded by free blacks in 1857.  More.

ADVENTURE CYCLING HONORS BICYCLE TRAVEL AWARD WINNERS
November 6, 2008, Missoula, Mont. — Adventure Cycling is pleased to announce the winners of its 2008 Pacesetter, Bike Shop, Trail Angel, and Volunteer of the Year awards. “There is an extraordinary community of people, groups and shops who make the life of the traveling cyclist easier and more fulfilling,” said Jim Sayer, executive director of Adventure Cycling. “Our awards single out some of leaders in this community — to honor their contributions and to let everyone know about how bicycle travel is making America a better, friendlier, and more connected country.” More.

ADVENTURE CYCLIST DEPUTY EDITOR SNAPS UP GOLD
November 3, 2008, Missoula, Mont. — Aaron Teasdale, Adventure Cyclist’s own deputy editor, clinched gold in the recent 24^th Annual Lowell Thomas Travel Journalism Competition for his May 2007 Adventure Cyclist story “Across Maasai Land.” Honored in the competition’s Article in Adventure Travel category, the judges praised his “elegant account of a bicycle trek across Tanzania, where giraffes, lions and zebras roam the Serengeti Plain and blue monkeys skip across the tops of lush forests.” Adding, “His fascination with the native Maasai matches his appreciation for the flora and fauna, and the practical information he provides proves that this fantasy trip is possible.” Teasdale’s was one of 1,356 entries in 27 categories. More.

NEW PLAN FOR OFFICIAL U.S. BICYCLE ROUTE SYSTEM APPROVED
October 28, 2008, Missoula, Mont. — The United States is on a path to creating what could become the largest official bicycle route network in the world, thanks to the approval of a new plan by America’s leading authority on national route designations. The American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) has just approved a National Corridor Plan laying out the framework and guidelines for the development of this system.   More.

MEMBERSHIPS AND SALES SPIKE FOR LARGEST CYCLING ORGANIZATION IN THE U.S.
October 23, 2008, Missoula, Mont. — Adventure Cycling Association reports that in FY08 its membership and sales programs enjoyed the largest leaps in activity that they have experienced in a decade. With over 44,000 current members, and a reputation as an expert on cycling maps and bicycle travel gear, the organization believes that this stellar performance underscores other national trends that suggest more people than ever are integrating bicycling into their lives. More.

THE FIRST OF ADVENTURE CYCLING?S 2009 TOURS: EARLY AND EPIC
October 15, 2008, Missoula, Mont. —  Looking for an inspiring bicycle adventure or simply a fantastic vacation that is easy on the pocket book, potentially life changing, and supports bicycle travel infrastructure throughout the U.S.? Look no farther. Adventure Cycling Association — North America’s largest non-profit membership cycling organization — has just announced the first of its 2009 Tours, from three months to one week, supported to self-contained, winter warmers to southern delights. Adventure Cycling’s full tours roster will be available in November. More.

NACIS ANNUAL MEETING BRINGS INTERNATIONAL MAPPING COMMUNITY TO MISSOULA
September 17, 2008, Missoula, Mont. — The annual gathering of the North American Cartographic Information Society (NACIS) convenes in Missoula, Montana October 8-11, 2008. At this event, mapmakers, map users, map librarians, and map enthusiasts gather to share research, recent projects, and expertise from around the nation, the continent, and the world. The conference’s compelling cartographic workshops and presentations will engage the most seasoned cartographer and inspire the mapping novice. Adventure Cycling Association’s routes and mapping department is the local host for this event. More.

TWO WEEKS LEFT TO NOMINATE YOUR 2008 BICYCLE TRAVEL HERO
September 16, 2008, Missoula, Mont. — Adventure Cycling is seeking nominations for three of their four annual bicycle travel awards that celebrate the heroes of bicycle travel in the U.S. Nominees are sought for the June Curry Trail Angel Award, the Pacesetter Bicycle Travel Award, and the Sam Braxton Bike Shop Award. The fourth, Adventure Cycling’s Volunteer of the Year Award, is selected directly by the organization. Since the awards opened on July 1, Adventure Cycling has seen a record number of nominations, and would love to see that number grow. Luckily, there are two weeks left to nominate your bicycle travel hero. All nominations are due by September 30, 2008. More.

NEW PLAN FOR NATION-SPANNING U.S. BICYCLE ROUTE SYSTEM UNVEILED AT INTERBIKE
September 12, 2008, Missoula, Mont. —  Adventure Cycling Association will showcase an emerging plan for a nationwide U.S. Bicycle Route System (USBRS) at the upcoming Interbike Conference, September 24-26, in Las Vegas, Nevada. The USBRS project is a multi-organizational effort lead by the American Association of State Highway Transportation Officials (AASHTO) with the support of Adventure Cycling. Part of an international trend to create extensive national cycle networks, the U.S. Bicycle Route System could become the largest route network in the world. More.

EXPERTS TO EXPLORE CREATION OF A U.S. BICYCLE ROUTE SYSTEM
August 20, 2008, Missoula, Mont. — At this year’s Pro Walk/Pro Bike Conference in Seattle (September 2-5, 2008) two presentations will explore the potential for development of a U.S. Bicycle Route System, a system that could become the largest cycling network in the world. More.

BRONX LAB STUDENTS EMBARK ON UNDERGROUND RAILROAD BICYCLE ADVENTURE
July 9, 2008, Missoula, Mont. — This summer, eight Bronx Lab students will cycle a 240-mile stretch of the Underground Railroad Bicycle Route in Ohio. The Bronx Lab Underground Railroad Riders are part of the school’s unique, real-world-as-classroom initiative, “Health and History: Biking the Underground Railroad,” aimed at marrying healthy living habits with learning history. More.

FORGET GAS PRICES: PLAN A SUMMER ADVENTURE BY BICYCLE
July 7, 2008, Missoula, Mont. — Kerouac is history, the new cool is on two-wheels — the road trip by bicycle. This summer, whether they’re planning a solo journey, a weekend family outing, or gathering a group of friends together for a weeklong adventure, more people are rounding up their bicycles, some basic gear, and going gas-free. With the national average gas price at $4.10 (according to AAA) up from $2.96 last year — a 38 ½%  increase and all-time record — the time is ripe for discovering the ease and savings of biycle travel. More.

ADVENTURE CYCLING VISITS ALBUQUERQUE TO SPEAK ON THE U.S. BICYCLE ROUTE SYSTEM INITIATIVE
July 2, 2008, Missoula, Mont. — Adventure Cycling Association (ACA) is working in partnership with other national groups to develop a new, official U.S. Bicycle Route System. On July 17, 2008 ACA’s new routes coordinator, Ginny Sullivan and American Association of State Highway Transportation Officials (AASHTO) Task Force on US Bicycle Routes Chairman, Richard Moeur from the Arizona Department of Transportation, will be in Albuquerque to talk about this major initiative to create a national urban – suburban – rural bike route network. More.

ADVENTURE CYCLING SEEKS AWARD NOMINATIONS FOR 2008 BICYCLE TRAVEL HEROES
June 25, 2008, Missoula, Mont. — Adventure Cycling is seeking nominations for three of their four annual bicycle travel awards that celebrate the heroes of bicycle travel in the U.S. Nominees are sought for the June Curry Trail Angel Award, the Pacesetter Bicycle Travel Award, and the Sam Braxton Bike Shop Award. The fourth, Adventure Cycling’s Volunteer of the Year Award, is selected directly by the organization. More.

NEW SIERRA CASCADES BICYCLE ROUTE GRANTED $20,000 IN SUPPORT FROM REI
June 20, 2008, Missoula, Mont. — Adventure Cycling Association just announced that Recreational Equipment, Inc. (REI) has granted the organization $20,000 to support the creation of what is destined to be one of the most iconic cycling routes in North America — a paved route tracing the Pacific Crest. More.

WORLD'S LONGEST MOUNTAIN BIKE RACES LAUNCH ON GREAT DIVIDE ROUTE
June 11, 2008, Missoula, Mont. — Think you could do it? Race in less than 25 days from Canada to Mexico along the spine of the Rockies on a mountain bike? Solo? Carrying all your own supplies and gear? Facing snow-packed passes, unnervingly large carnivores, and no hint of a cell phone signal? Two crews of riders are about to find out. More.

ADVENTURE CYCLING SEEKS AWARD NOMINATIONS FOR 2008 BICYCLE TRAVEL HEROES
June 5, 2008, Missoula, Mont. — Adventure Cycling welcomes nominations for three of their four annual bicycle travel awards that celebrate the heroes of bicycle travel in the U.S. Nominees are sought for the June Curry Trail Angel Award, the Pacesetter Bicycle Travel Award, and the Sam Braxton Bike Shop Award. The fourth, Adventure Cycling’s Volunteer of the Year Award, is selected directly by the organization. More.

WORLD'S LONGEST MOUNTAIN BIKE ROUTE CELEBRATES 10TH ANNIVERSARY
May 28, 2008, Missoula, Mont.— Adventure Cycling Association  and Dirt Rag magazine invite dirt lovers everywhere to celebrate the 10-year anniversary of the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route (GDMBR). The longest mountain bike route on the planet, the GDMBR traces the spine of the Rocky Mountains for a whopping 2,711 miles in its entirety, following primarily dirt roads and tracks from Banff, Alberta, to Antelope Wells, New Mexico, at the Mexican border. Sound hardcore? It is, but there are lots of ways to be involved with the anniversary, whether your friends call you super dirt or you’re still on training wheels. More.

EXPLORE ADVENTURE CYCLING'S NEW EAST COAST BICYCLE ROUTES
May 21, 2008, Missoula, Mont. — Adventure Cycling Association invites cyclists to explore their three new East Coast routes. The Adirondack Park Loop and Allegheny Mountains Loop are both extended loop rides, while the Pittsburgh Spur connects Pittsburgh with the acclaimed 2,028-mile Underground Railroad Bicycle Route.  More.

UNDERGROUND RAILROAD CONTENDER IN GEOTOURISM CHALLENGE
May 15, 2008, Missoula, Mont. — Adventure Cycling Association today announced that its newest heritage route, the Underground Railroad Bicycle Route (UGRR), is a featured entrant in the National Geographic and Ashoka's Changemakers’ Geotourism Challenge. The Challenge is a global competition that seeks to uncover innovative tourism projects around the world that sustain, enhance, and preserve local culture and place. More.

GIS SPECIALIST JOINS ROUTES AND MAPPING DEPARTMENT
May 14, 2008, Missoula, Mont. — Adventure Cycling Association welcomes cartographer and GIS specialist, Kevin McManigal, to their routes and mapping department. Kevin’s expertise will be invaluable to Adventure Cycling’s efforts to integrate GIS technology into their existing bicycle tour map program. More.

NEW WASHINGTON PARKS BICYCLE ROUTE MAP RELEASED
May 7, 2008, Missoula, Mont. — Adventure Cycling Association today announced its new Washington Parks cycling route and map. This 870-mile, double loop route is laid out on two water-proof, tear-proof maps and offers many options for creating the ultimate bicycle trip in Washington State, including some of the best cycling terrain anywhere: the San Juan Islands, the Olympic and Cascade mountain ranges, and more. More.

ONE OF OUTSIDE MAGAZINE'S BEST PLACES TO WORK
April 16, 2008, Missoula, Mont. — Adventure Cycling Association has been named as one of Outside’s Best Places to Work 2008. The first-time award program was created by Outside magazine in partnership with the Outdoor Industry Association and Best Companies Group. More.


View the archives of past news items here.