Bike Touring Atlas USA

Discover America one pedal stroke at a time with Bike Touring Atlas USA, the ultimate guide for cyclists seeking unforgettable adventures across the nation's most scenic roads, iconic bike trails, coastal routes, mountain passes, rail trails, and cycling destinations. Whether you are planning your very first bicycle tour or preparing for a cross-country cycling expedition, this comprehensive atlas provides the inspiration, knowledge, and route-planning strategies needed to create extraordinary journeys. From the rugged Pacific Coast and the towering Rocky Mountains to the charming villages of New England and the vast landscapes of the Great Plains, this guide showcases the best bicycle touring opportunities the United States has to offer. Inside, you'll discover detailed insights into America's most celebrated cycling regions, including scenic coastal highways, mountain touring routes, national park adventures, waterfront trails, rail-trail networks, bikepacking destinations, and hidden cycling gems that many travelers overlook. Learn how to select the right bicycle and equipment, navigate confidently using maps and GPS technology, and plan realistic itineraries. This guide also provides practical advice on bicycle maintenance, touring safety, route selection, budgeting, daily mileage planning, and long-distance travel logistics. Whether you prefer solo adventures, group tours, family-friendly cycling vacations, lightweight bikepacking expeditions, or traditional loaded bicycle touring, you'll find valuable strategies designed to help you travel farther, safer, and with greater confidence. Packed with travel inspiration, planning guidance, route recommendations, and real-world touring insights, Bike Touring Atlas USA is more than a cycling guide. It is a roadmap to freedom, exploration, personal challenge, and unforgettable adventure. If you dream of discovering America from the saddle of a bicycle, this book will help turn those dreams into reality.