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The bicycle is perfectly
suited to exploring the
landscapes and
mindscapes of historical
figures and events.
The pace of the
bicycle permits
travelers to appreciate
their surroundings
and brings them closer
to the pace at which
Americans moved prior
to the advent of
motorized transportation.
- Ginny Sullivan
New Routes Coordinator
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Underground Railroad Bicycle Route

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GETTING STARTED ON THE ROUTE TO FREEDOM
So you want to be an adventure cyclist, but you’re not sure how to get started? We’ve got the answers. Our How To Department is chock full of helpful tips that provide basic information for bike travel. Learn how to read our maps, pack, prepare for bike travel, and ship your bike—just to name a few instructive topics.

Not sure if you want to do tours on your own or join one of Adventure Cycling's self contained or supported tours? Find out the FAQs concerning our tours.

You can also visit our online The Cyclists' Yellow Pages, which lists a vast assortment of resources that will complement the information already listed on our maps.

Don't forget our online store, featuring our world reknowned maps, the best books, and tested gear for bike travel.

OTHER TOURING RESOURCES ONLINE
Visit our friends at these helpful websites:

  • Bicycle Touring 101
  • Crazy Guy on a Bike
  • Warm Showers List
  • Biking Bis
  • Fully Loaded Touring
  • Pedal Pushers Online


    LEARN ABOUT THE UNDERGROUND RAILROAD
    Immerse yourself in the rich history of the Underground Railroad and learn about modern-day efforts to promote freedom.   Here is a list of resources that will enable you to explore the history of slavery in the United States, the Underground Railroad, and past and present civil rights efforts.

     

    Thanks to REI for their generous support of the
    Underground Railroad Bicycle Route project.



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