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BRAG Rider Profile: Vicki Thompson
From refusing cycling shorts to creating the Round Up Club, Vicki Thompson’s 25-year BRAG story shows how cycling builds lasting friendships in Georgia.
Read MoreHow Long Does It Take to Road Bike 100 Miles?
The century ride—100 miles on a road bike—represents a significant milestone for cyclists. Whether you’re contemplating your first century or trying to improve your time, understanding the factors that influence completion time can help you set realistic expectations and prepare effectively.
Read MoreHow Cross-State Bike Tours Support Local Communities
When cyclists roll through small towns and rural communities during organized bike tours like BRAG’s (Bicycle Ride Across Georgia) Big BRAG or Spring TuneUp, they bring more than just spinning wheels and colorful jerseys. They bring economic opportunity, cultural exchange, and community pride that can transform local areas in meaningful and lasting ways. Economic Impact…
Read MoreWhy Are Cross State Rides Dying?
For decades, cross-state bicycle tours were a bucket-list adventure for American cyclists. Yet today, many riders ask: Why are Cross State Bicycle Rides Dying? Once-thriving events like Bike Florida, Cycle Oregon, Ride the Rockies, and others have either downsized, paused, or disappeared. Understanding why helps reveal why the Big BRAG (Bicycle Ride Across Georgia) is…
Read MoreThe Guide to Dirty Sheets Bicycle Ride
Gravel cycling has exploded in popularity across America. Meanwhile, Georgia riders have discovered their own perfect playground for mixed-surface adventure. The Dirty Sheets Bicycle Ride represents one of the Southeast’s premier gravel cycling experiences. Additionally, it offers riders an escape from Atlanta’s urban chaos into the rolling countryside of Chattahoochee Hills. This isn’t your typical…
Read MoreBest Bike Rides in Georgia
Best Bike Rides in Georgia Georgia has quietly become one of the premier cycling destinations in the United States, offering everything from challenging mountain passes to scenic coastal flats, luxury hotel-based tours to rugged multi-day adventures. Whether you’re a weekend warrior looking for your next challenge or a casual rider seeking beautiful scenery and great…
Read MoreHow a Bike Ride Transforms into Extraordinary Community
It’s hard to make new friends and build community as we age, but there’s something about being on a bike ride with others that changes that. Maybe it’s the vulnerability of exhaustion that strips us down to our most authentic selves, or the natural rhythm of cycling side by side that creates intimacy. There’s no…
Read MoreBoat and Bike Tour vs Hotel Cycling Tour
Boat vs. Hotel: Choosing the Right Cycling Tour Experience in Europe After leading cycling tours across Europe and North America, I get asked the same question constantly: “Should I book a boat and bike tour or a hotel based cycling tour?” It’s a great question, and honestly, there’s no wrong answer. Both experiences offer incredible…
Read MoreDIY vs Group Bicycle Tours: Pros and Cons
Which is better? Picture this: you’re pedaling through the lavender fields of the Loire Valley, the morning sun casting long shadows across ancient stone villages. Or perhaps you’re cycling along Amsterdam’s tree-lined canals, stopping for coffee and stroopwafels whenever the mood strikes. Maybe you’re winding through Portugal’s Douro Valley, vineyard terraces stretching endlessly toward the…
Read MoreBourbon Country Burn 2025
Join the BRAG Contingency @ Bourbon Country Burn 2025 The BRAG Bus is heading to Lexington, Kentucky September 25-28, 2025 to campout and ride the annual Bourbon Country Burn! Want to come with us? About the BRAG Bus Ride After confirming with you, we will send you a detailed itinerary of the ride. Plan to…
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