"Great trip! I would do it again tomorrow if I could. Good homemade food, the campground was perfect, the gang was great, and the rides were next level. Thanks for an amazing trip!" - Scott from Littleton, New Hampshire
"I wanted to thank you for your leadership on the ADV ride. I’m new to the adventure world and you made my experience one that makes me want to do more riding like that." - Murray from Columbus, Ohio
"I wanted to thank you for your leadership on the ADV ride. I’m new to the adventure world and you made my experience one that makes me want to do more riding like that." - Murray from Columbus, Ohio
Affordable tours, rallies, and clinics with a friends & family feel that stretch from beginner to expert, allow people to test their mettle, and learn their limits so they can push past them. Let Appalachian ADV lead you through the beautiful wilderness, help challenge your riding abilities, and laugh about our failures around the campfire. From these experiences we want to help you grow into better riders and form new friendships!
Sign up towards the bottom of this page for our Sporadic Newsletter to be among the first notified when tickets are available for an event, when we post a new article, and for exclusive discounts! We will add events as the year progresses and this is the best way to stay informed!
Read more about Appalachian ADV's "ADV Dual Sporting" style or about the genesis of our motto Have Fun, Take Chances! Check out the FAQs for Appalachian ADV Events for answers to common questions including our definitions of ADV Skill Levels and Terrain Ratings.
Sign up towards the bottom of this page for our Sporadic Newsletter to be among the first notified when tickets are available for an event, when we post a new article, and for exclusive discounts! We will add events as the year progresses and this is the best way to stay informed!
Read more about Appalachian ADV's "ADV Dual Sporting" style or about the genesis of our motto Have Fun, Take Chances! Check out the FAQs for Appalachian ADV Events for answers to common questions including our definitions of ADV Skill Levels and Terrain Ratings.
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2024 ADV Riding Clinics
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Join Appalachian ADV at Street Track n' Trail in Conneaut Lake, Pennsylvania for one and two day Beginner to Intermediate ADV & Dual Sport Riding Clinics! These Clinics are intended to familiarize riders with the theory, physics, and skills necessary to ride ADV and Dual Sport bikes on gravel and dirt surfaces (16+ with motorcycle endorsed license). Small group training... each clinic will only have 5-6 riders! If the Clinic you are interested in is sold out, email [email protected] to be placed on a waitlist. Our 2025 Riding Clinic Schedule will be announced this Fall!
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In the first session we start with bike set up and ergonomics then build upon each aspect from bike lifting techniques through bike balance, friction zone, body positioning, braking drills, steering techniques, maintaining and breaking traction, line selection and tire placement, managing and negotiating obstacles (ruts, rocks, loose gravel, small logs, potholes, hill climb and hill climb recovery, mud, etc.). The second session takes us into the real world, building on the skills & drills from the previous session. Trees, rocks, ruts and other natural features replace the cones. The controlled environment at STnT is replaced by a semi-controlled environment when we hit the road. We review how to interpret terrain features that have been weathered and run through by other off-road vehicles.
Watching riders take on a challenge, somewhat reluctantly occasionally, and making it through the other side with a huge smile on their face, their clinic teammates cheering, and high fives all around is super rewarding for all and one of the best feelings to share with the group. When you don't make it through a drill or the real world features and your bike takes a closer look at the ground, your teammates are there to pick up your bike and your spirits. We review the failure point on the spot and, if desired, take another crack at it. Our goal is to help riders build confidence in their abilities and the abilities of their machines.
Watching riders take on a challenge, somewhat reluctantly occasionally, and making it through the other side with a huge smile on their face, their clinic teammates cheering, and high fives all around is super rewarding for all and one of the best feelings to share with the group. When you don't make it through a drill or the real world features and your bike takes a closer look at the ground, your teammates are there to pick up your bike and your spirits. We review the failure point on the spot and, if desired, take another crack at it. Our goal is to help riders build confidence in their abilities and the abilities of their machines.
"You're doing a really good thing for the beginners of, not just Adventure, but riding as a whole. You were very organized and covered everything you need to know." - Cody from Sandy Lake, Pennsylvania
"What a great time. Being new to the ADV world and having a Harley-Davidson Pan America, Kane showed me what this bike is capable of. I learned tons of techniques and gained confidence in handling off road obstacles." -Matt from Cleveland, Ohio
"Kane Wagner is a wonderful ADV riding instructor. His clinics are so helpful to learn and apply the basic skills needed to take your riding adventures to the next level." -Tambra from Titusville, Pennsylvania
"Very good course! I got into ADV riding 3 years ago but haven’t tested my skills like I did this weekend. Highly recommended if you want to learn some new practice drills to sharpen your off-road riding ability and improve confidence. No classroom, you’re learning while on your bike all day, which was perfect for me." -Dan from Aliquippa, Pennsylvania
"Would definitely recommend the clinic I have been off-road on dirt bikes all my life and Kane taught me some things... on my Honda CB500X Rally Raid." -Steven from Boardman, Ohio
"What a great time. Being new to the ADV world and having a Harley-Davidson Pan America, Kane showed me what this bike is capable of. I learned tons of techniques and gained confidence in handling off road obstacles." -Matt from Cleveland, Ohio
"Kane Wagner is a wonderful ADV riding instructor. His clinics are so helpful to learn and apply the basic skills needed to take your riding adventures to the next level." -Tambra from Titusville, Pennsylvania
"Very good course! I got into ADV riding 3 years ago but haven’t tested my skills like I did this weekend. Highly recommended if you want to learn some new practice drills to sharpen your off-road riding ability and improve confidence. No classroom, you’re learning while on your bike all day, which was perfect for me." -Dan from Aliquippa, Pennsylvania
"Would definitely recommend the clinic I have been off-road on dirt bikes all my life and Kane taught me some things... on my Honda CB500X Rally Raid." -Steven from Boardman, Ohio
Private Clinics
We also offer private 1 and 2 day Clinics, 1 person or 1 person with 1-2 buddies (for bigger groups please reach out to the email listed below). Generally we can only offer these during the week but there are a limited number of weekends. Please click on an applicable Clinic above for more information including a basic daily schedule. Reach out to [email protected] to set something up! The fee breakdowns for our Private Clinics are noted below:
1-Day Private Clinic with 1 Rider: $375
+1 Rider add $175 for a total of $550 (breaks down to $275 per rider)
+1 Rider add $125 for a total of $675 ($225 per rider)
2-Day Private with 1 Rider: $650
+1 Rider add $300 for a total of $950 ($475 per rider)
+1 Rider add $250 for a total of $1200 ($400 per rider)
1-Day Private Clinic with 1 Rider: $375
+1 Rider add $175 for a total of $550 (breaks down to $275 per rider)
+1 Rider add $125 for a total of $675 ($225 per rider)
2-Day Private with 1 Rider: $650
+1 Rider add $300 for a total of $950 ($475 per rider)
+1 Rider add $250 for a total of $1200 ($400 per rider)
2024 Rallies, Tours, & Group Rides
The Fools Ride on April Fools Ride ADV Rally
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April 18-21, 2024
The Ohio River Valley and the surrounding Northeast Ohio countryside provides excellent ADV and ADV Dual Sporting opportunities! Twisty pavement, small towns, odd roadside attractions, gravel roads, picturesque farmlands, forgotten dirt roads, beautiful rolling hills and off-road trails to test your ADV Bike Skills... Mark your calendars! The 5th Annual Fools will be on April 24-27, 2025!!! |
Friends of the Fools
Great Adventures Begin Here Rally
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May 17-19, 2024
Join us for an epic FREE adventure weekend at Street Track 'n Trail in Conneaut Lake, Pennsylvania! We are turning the Premier of the new Backcountry Discovery Routes Documentary into a full scale rally! Friday night movie, Mini-Clinic, ADV Rides & Slow Races, Presentation by Cross Adventuring, Grass Track Laps, and more! Register below and sign up for your Adventure Options! Mark your calendars! The 4th Annual GABH Rally will be on May 16-18, 2025! |
Friends of the GABH
American Legion Fundraiser & Membership Drive Group Rides
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June 2, 2024
Join Appalachian ADV at Birdfish Brewery in Columbiana, Ohio for a Group Motorcycle Ride! You will have the choice between a Street Group Ride and an ADV Group Ride, both set up for all skill levels. This event is a fundraiser and membership drive for the American Legion Post 565. Mark your calendars! The 2025 Fundraiser Ride will be on Saturday June 7th! |
Friends of the Legion Fundraiser
Allegheny Backcountry Adventure Loop Guided Tour
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June 19-23, 2024 ~ Beginner-Intermediate Tour
A 550+ mile Backcountry Discovery Route-inspired ADV loop in Western Pennsylvania including terrain in the Allegheny River Valley, Allegheny Plateau, and the Allegheny National Forest through historic sites and small towns via pavement, gravel, dirt, and historic sections of rail trail. Each night provides a new moto-camping experience. Planning on riding a BDR? Use the ABAL as a test run first! Mark your calendars! The 2025 Group ABAL Tour will be on June 18-22, 2025! |
Appalachian ADV is an Outfitters and Guides permit holder with the US Department of Agriculture-US Forest Service for the Allegheny National Forest (ANF).
"[Appalachian ADV's] depth of knowledge and experience in ANF and beyond is exceptional!" -Purple Lizard Maps
Interested in a Private Tour of the Allegheny Region? We offer customizable 2-5 day tours for any skill level, from basic ADV to more challenging riding! Reach out to [email protected] for more information and to set something up!
"[Appalachian ADV's] depth of knowledge and experience in ANF and beyond is exceptional!" -Purple Lizard Maps
Interested in a Private Tour of the Allegheny Region? We offer customizable 2-5 day tours for any skill level, from basic ADV to more challenging riding! Reach out to [email protected] for more information and to set something up!
Friends of the ABAL
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ABAL Beginner-Intermediate Ride Summary Video
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ABAL Off-Bike Panoramics Video
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Lost At Last Adventure Travel's ABAL Documentary
Allegheny Jamboree Powersports Rally
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July 11-14, 2024
This small-scale family-friendly rally will have camping, meals, all-skill-level ADV loops, and direct access to the Allegheny National Forest Trail System for ADV, Dual Sport, & Dirt Bikes! Mark your calendars! The 4th Annual Jamboree will be on July 10-13, 2025! |
"[Appalachian ADV's] depth of knowledge and experience in ANF and beyond is exceptional!" -Purple Lizard Maps
Friends of the 2024 Jamboree
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Videography Courtesy of Tom Macconnell Photography
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Explore The PA Wilds Four Tour-Hardcore Edition
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August 7-11, 2024
An Intermediate to Upper-Intermediate guided ADV & ADV Dual Sporting tour of Susquehannock and Sproul State Forests in Central Pennsylvania. Tons of gravel, beautiful vantage points, small town charms, and opportunities to tackle challenging drivable trails! A hybrid rally-style guided tour for an intimate feel, an amazing campground with all the amenities will act as our base camp for the weekend with four thrilling ADV loops into the wilderness including beautiful sections of the MABDR & the PA Wilds BDR-X... Mark your calendars! The 2025 PA Wilds Tour will be on August 6-10, 2025! |
Appalachian ADV is an Outfitters and Guides permit holder with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Department of Conservation and Natural Resources.
Interested in a Private Tour of The PA Wilds Region? We offer customizable 2-5 day tours for any skill level, from basic ADV to more challenging riding! Reach out to [email protected] for more information and to set something up!
Interested in a Private Tour of The PA Wilds Region? We offer customizable 2-5 day tours for any skill level, from basic ADV to more challenging riding! Reach out to [email protected] for more information and to set something up!
Friends of the 2024 PA Wilds Tour
Join Appalachian ADV at our friends' events!
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8th Annual Soggy Bottom MotofestSoggy Bottom Motofest is a 3-day Adventure Motorcycle and Dual-Sport rally located in Port Matilda, PA. The event consists of 4 unled recreational rides with GPS tracks, 5 catered meals, free beer, hot showers, guest speakers, vendors, a complimentary event t-shirt, and more!
Appalachian ADV will be on-site and ready to talk motorcycles with our owner Kane guest speaking on Friday night, ready to rip around the PA Wilds, and provide our friends at Soggy a door prize or two! |
11th Annual Wailin' Wayne WeekendWailin Wayne Weekend is a 5-day adventure motorcycle rally held in Nelsonville, Ohio. Come enjoy hairpin twisties and scenic country roads through Hocking Hills State Park on Ohio's Windy 9. There are 130 miles of challenging trails through Wayne National Forest and endless miles of county gravel roads.
Kane from Appalachian ADV leads group rides on his "Appalachian Dual Sport Ride (Intermediate)"... an adventurous tour of Wayne National Forest, this diverse route covers a twisty slice of the Triple Nickel, picturesque stretches of forest service gravel, beautifully ugly unmaintained dirt roads, and challenging sections of the Monday Creek Trails. This 100 mile loop was built to showcase ADV riding in the beautiful hills of Wayne and give our Wailin' Friends a chance to challenge their “ADV Dual Sporting” skills. |
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Red River Scramble is a free grassroots adventure motorcycle rally the end of September! Nestled in the Appalachian foothills of eastern Kentucky, Red River Gorge is a canyon system littered with sandstone cliffs, rock shelters, waterfalls, and natural arches. The paved roads in and around the gorge are some of the best in the Bluegrass State, meanwhile, the off-road riding offers adventure seekers challenges over all types of terrain, with intimate access to some of the area’s unique scenery.
Riders from Far and Wide.
Sponsorship Opportunities & Event Planning
Is your business interested in becoming a "Friend" (Sponsor) for one of our events? Appalachian ADV wants to partner with your business to help with branding, market exposure, and engagement with event participants before, during, and after the events. We also like to work with fellow industry partners to create customized events that include ADV ride clinics and guided group street, ADV, & Dual Sport rides. Contact [email protected] for more information and to set something up!
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Want to hit one of our Events but need a ride? Check out Riders Share for daily or multi-day rentals by location.
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Appalachian ADV Gear Shop
Appalachian ADV is a Recreational Charter* with AMA.
Click the link above to join or renew your membership.
*Membership is not required to attend our Sanctioned events.
Click the link above to join or renew your membership.
*Membership is not required to attend our Sanctioned events.
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Appalachian ADV - Adventure & Dual Sport Motorbiking, LLC
Our mission is to promote the ADV and Dual Sport styles of
motorbiking through various media formats, education
and safety, & hosting group rides, rallies, and guided tours.
Our goal is to bring people of diverse backgrounds into this
adventure lifestyle to promote camaraderie, enjoy nature
via two-wheeled adventure travel, and build confidence
by overcoming the challenges presented to the rider
when performing ADV and Dual Sport motorbiking.
Have Fun, Take Chances
Our mission is to promote the ADV and Dual Sport styles of
motorbiking through various media formats, education
and safety, & hosting group rides, rallies, and guided tours.
Our goal is to bring people of diverse backgrounds into this
adventure lifestyle to promote camaraderie, enjoy nature
via two-wheeled adventure travel, and build confidence
by overcoming the challenges presented to the rider
when performing ADV and Dual Sport motorbiking.
Have Fun, Take Chances
© Copyright 2024 Appalachian ADV - Adventure & Dual Sport Motorbiking, LLC
A Veteran Owned Company
PO Box 3103, Youngstown, OH 44513
[email protected]
A Veteran Owned Company
PO Box 3103, Youngstown, OH 44513
[email protected]