Bike Tours Designed for a Community of Cyclists
We’re returning to our roots with a new offer—which really isn’t new at all—that brings together riders who prefer to forgo the e-bike and keep it acoustic (non-electric). If you crave the camaraderie and the challenge of experiencing a ride together with all its ups and downs, under your own power, Unplugged Bike Tours are for you.
The Ultimate Support for Your Perfect Ride
This is a classic Backroads experience in the company of like-minded cyclists. Still fully supported by our world-class Trip Leaders, vans and top-of-the-line GPS devices, with a range of daily options to match your energy level in the moment.
The Best Bikes
The newly redesigned custom Backroads Performance Bike features a next-generation titanium frame along with advanced wireless shifting, responsive disc brakes and lightweight carbon wheels. Drop handlebars only. Bring your own pedals (or we'll provide flat pedals if that's your preference).
What about e-bikes?
These trips cater to the spirit of acoustic (non-electric) bike riding. To maintain that spirit and the camaraderie of pedal-only power, we will allow a very limited number of e-bikes only for guests who would like to keep pace with a traveling companion on an acoustic bike (and not zip ahead). If you prefer greater e-bike availability, see all Biking Trips or explore our dedicated E-bike Tours.
Go Unplugged!
Go Unplugged!
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