Bike Tours

Join me as I explore the world one pedal stroke at a time, tackling epic bike tours through stunning landscapes and remote roads. From grueling climbs to the thrill of open descents, these posts capture the freedom, challenges, and unexpected moments that make cycling such an unforgettable way to travel. Whether it’s a multi-day expedition or a spontaneous ride into the unknown, these stories will inspire you to embrace the journey.

Pacific Coast Bike Route: An Epic Ride Through Dunes, Redwoods, and Fog

Cycling the Pacific Coast: An Epic Bike Route Through Dunes, Redwoods, and Fog

From the shifting sands of the Oregon Dunes to the towering redwoods of Northern California, we cycled 1,100 kilometers down the Pacific Coast — a journey of endurance, beauty, and discovery. It was our toughest adventure yet: long climbs, rolling fog, wild seas, and the steady rhythm of strength found mile by mile.

Ruth Bergman

7 days ago16 min read

Scenic Utah Highway 12: Limestone vista at Capitol Reef

Off the Beaten Path in the Southwest: Active Adventures Along Utah’s Scenic Highway 12

Ruth Bergman takes you on a journey along Utah’s legendary Highway 12 — biking Escalante to Boulder over the Devil’s Backbone, hiking through hoodoos, slot canyons, waterfalls, and arches, and uncovering hidden gems from Red Canyon to Capitol Reef. An Active Adventure of big climbs, quiet trails, and unforgettable desert landscapes.

Ruth Bergman

Sep 1213 min read

Off the Beaten Path in the Southwest: A week of biking, hiking and kayaking among towering rock walls

Off the Beaten Path in the Southwest: Active Adventures in Zion and Page’s Hidden Gems

Join Ruth Bergman on an active adventure through the Southwest, where hiking, biking, and kayaking reveal hidden slot canyons, sculpted hoodoos, and desert waterways. From Zion’s towering walls to Page’s remote canyons, every day brings new discoveries and unforgettable experiences.

Ruth Bergman

Sep 418 min read

Gravel Biking Tuscany: White road and Cypress trees

A Ride Through Cycling History: A Bike Tour on the Iconic Gravel Routes of Tuscany

Follow in the tracks of legends on a gravel bike tour through Tuscany, weaving together the iconic routes of L’Eroica and Strade Bianche. From quiet roads through vineyards and olive groves to unforgettable stops in Siena, Montalcino, and medieval castles, this journey offers a soulful blend of adventure, history, and Tuscan beauty—one gravel-crunching kilometer at a time.

Ruth Bergman

Apr 2114 min read

Exploring Tuscany on Two Wheels: A 6-Day Bike Tour Challenge

Intoduction "We're biking in Tuscany," Oren said to me in October 2019 as we pulled away from Pienza on the first day of our biking...

Ruth Bergman

Jan 197 min read

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Bike Tours

Cycling the Pacific Coast: An Epic Bike Route Through Dunes, Redwoods, and Fog

Off the Beaten Path in the Southwest: Active Adventures Along Utah’s Scenic Highway 12

Off the Beaten Path in the Southwest: Active Adventures in Zion and Page’s Hidden Gems

A Ride Through Cycling History: A Bike Tour on the Iconic Gravel Routes of Tuscany

Exploring Tuscany on Two Wheels: A 6-Day Bike Tour Challenge

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