The Pilgrim Way: A Cyclist's Guide to Ultralight Touring

A complete description of the logistics, route, and details of a journey across America on a bicycle. The Pilgrim Way is an essential guide for those planning longdistance touring in general, or a crosscountry trek specifically.

Written for the cyclist considering unsupported longdistance touring without a mountain of gear, The Pilgrim Way offers a minimalist approach to bicycle touring, focusing on the enjoyment of the ride more than the schlepping of gear.

• Detailed route, directions, and descriptions
• Preparation and training
• Bicycles and gear
• Provisions and fuel for the body
• Riding alone

A lifelong cyclist, Neil Hanson’s twowheeled adventures have taken him across America, along the Natchez Trace, and throughout northern Italy. Originally from Kansas, Neil currently lives in Colorado, where he navigates his bicycle up and down the inclines of the Rocky Mountains. His books include two deep and introspective journey stories woven around his crosscountry trip—Pilgrim Wheels and Pilgrim Spokes— as well as this howto minimalist touring guide, The Pilgrim Way.