Bicycle Ride Across Georgia

Going... Going... Almost gone! Only 1 cabin (room for 2) left for BRAG's inaugural tour of Croatia's beautiful South Dalmatian Islands, September 4-11, 2026 - Grab it now at https://international.brag.org/croatia

What was just a "spontaneous pivot" became a great adventure and launched what would become a remarkable family tradition. 25 BRAG rides later --spanning 12 Big BRAGs, 8 Spring TuneUps, multiple Fall rides, and a Winter Ride-- the Solomans have made BRAG a big part of their story!

Fake Moustaches, Family Adventure, and 25 BRAG Rides: The Solomon Story - BRAG - Bicycle Ride Across Georgia When Steve and Susan Solomon's eldest daughter couldn't make a planned family backpacking trip in 2013, some biking friends offered a suggestion: try BRAG instead. That spontaneous pivot became a "great adventure" and launched what would become a remarkable family tradition with over 25 BRAG rides

Two rides. One community. Your 2027 cycling season is sorted. 🚴
🌸 Spring TuneUp Bike Festival — April 16–18. The season opener your legs need
☀️ Big BRAG — June 5–12. One week. One state. A thousand of your closest friends.
Pick one. Pick both. Either way, we saved you a spot on the road!
👉 https://bit.ly/4eY1SWU

Show us your favorite 2026 Big BRAG moment. 📸👇
Rest stop friendships. Finish line hugs. That one sunrise you still think about. Drop your favorite photo from any BRAG ride in the comments — we'll be resharing our favorites!

Awesome feature on the Dragonfly Trail Network - Columbus, GA featuring our very own Ron H. Ward!

Let's keep the celebrations going this Monday with our new July/August issue! 🎉

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What's Inside:
🚂 Continuing Celebrating America's 250th: Railroads in the Valley
🎨 Artist Mike Howard Talks About His Legacy and Downshifting
♥ A look at the Living Mosaic Collective
🐠 A River Journey
...AND SO MUCH MORE!

This issue also brings a new, exciting change! We have merged our sister magazine Valley Parent Magazine with C&V. Now our readers can enjoy two reads in one!

This issue is jam packed, and we can't wait for you to ENJOY THE READ!
https://issuu.com/columbusandthevalley.com/docs/july_august_2026_columbus_the_valle_db68f2138e1bb4

This is what Winter bike riding should be!
- beautiful off-season miles
- one-of-a-kind site tours
- amazing resort accommodations
- evening Happy Hour gatherings with new friends

Don't suffer this February. Join BRAG for some beach-hugging bike paths to remedy your late winter blues. Three weeks open in Feb & March 2027 — and the coziest spots go first -- https://bit.ly/4wtngsL

Georgia Florida Coastal Winter Bike Ride - BRAG - Bicycle Ride Across Georgia Winter Bicycle Tour of Coastal Georgia and Florida with Luxury Accommodations 5 Islands Amelia Island Jekyll Island

This is the biking capital of the world! Embark on a captivating 8-day cycling journey from Bruges to Amsterdam with BRAG's Bike & Boat Tour. We've combined the thrill of pedalling through Europe's picturesque landscapes and the comfort of a floating hotel (with a private chef). Now booking for 2027 departures at https://international.brag.org/amsterdam

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A very happy Fourth of July to everyone 🇺🇸🇺🇸 May your bike rides be free of traffic and your fingers be far from fireworks 🚴‍♂️🖐️🧨🎇🌭

There are people who talk about traveling the world someday, and then there’s Debra Dickey, who decided “someday” started now. The Nashville boutique salon owner, who spends her days “putting art on clients’ noggins,” has transformed BRAG International into her passport to active adventure—from the Yucatan Peninsula to the canals of Amsterdam, from the châteaux of France’s Loire Valley to the upcoming shores of Croatia. Read Debra's story at https://bit.ly/4vK3qti