Cyclist Area
In this section, participants will have exclusive access to all the information pertaining to The Journey 2 Purpose.
2023 Applications are now closed. Thank you to those who applied. Join us next year for The Journey 2 Purpose 2024.
CYCLIST INFO
Quick Facts
Thursday April 27th - Sunday May 14th 2023
Start: Atlanta, Georgia
Finish: Miami Beach, FL.
Distance: 777-miles
17-days on the road
Average Daily Distance: 50-miles per day
Support Vehicles
Majority of the ride takes place on road shoulders and countryside.
Yes, we ride in the rain!
What’s Included?
17-nights’ accommodations (Local Hotels & Motels along the route)
Bike & Bike Equipment
Qualified & Experienced Cycle Leaders
Support Vehicles
Route Masters
Recovery Stations
Group First-Aid Kits
Exclusions
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Personal Liability Insurance (for Cancellation, Accident, Health, Emergency Evacuation, and Loss, Theft of or Damage to Baggage and Personal Effects)
Transportation to and from the event start and finish
Requirements
Participants must be 18 years of age or older
Valid Government Issued Photo-ID is required
Must complete 2-part Written Application (250-words each Part) here
Physical Exam Clearance
Negative Covid & Monkey Pox Tests
Must Raise/Donate at least $500 (100% goes to our Designated Charities)
Tips To Prepare
Start training to build up to your long ride slowly over a couple months. Base training involves steady, moderate cycling to train endurance. You should be able to talk while biking, and your heartbeat should reach about 60–70% of its maximum rate.
Watch your diet. Eat well-balanced meals that provide long-lasting fuel during your training period leading up to the ride. Include complex carbohydrates, lean protein, and some antioxidant-rich fruits.
If you’re bringing your own bike, make sure your bike is working properly and clean.
Practice great hydration leading up to your event, taking care to include electrolyte drinks.
Remember, training is stress, and in the short term it causes fatigue, which suppresses performance so take a break from training just before the ride to avoid fatigue. Over-intense workouts increase fatigue and wear out your muscles. Rest one or two days between training. If you only rest one day, choose a second day for light rides only.
Learn to ride with a group. Join a local bike group or invite friends to join you for the occasional training session. If you aren't used to biking in a group of bicyclists, you might cause an accident.
It is strongly encouraged that you begin training to make this a more enjoyable and fulfilling experience for you.
“There are days in the present where I find myself not having the will power to push myself and I literally tell myself that if I biked 700+ miles with my own two legs, I can accomplish ANYTHING.”
— Nashaly
“The feeling of crossing the finish line was one of not only exuberance, but also exhilaration!.”
— Jade
“Super grateful for this experience, and the people who helped along the journey. I never felt that level of humanity before. This will forever stay with me.”