HERE’S WHAT WOMEN HAVE TO SAY ABOUT OUR WOMEN-ONLY CROSS COUNTRY BICYCLE TOURS:

Rebecca B, Southern Tier 2007
60, Montrose, PA
"You know, it still doesn’t seem TOTALLY real that I actually DID this x-c ride. Somehow the more I think about it, the more amazing it becomes. WomanTours is to be commended for organizing and running such a fantastic tour. "

Clark T, Meandering Mississippi 2007
66, Memphis TN
"WomanTours proved to be a good company for me to fulfill a long time dream of going cross country when I retired. There’s nothing like such an experience as hearing the birds, seeing the fields, the hills and dales, farms and cities, and yes, sometimes struggling up long climbs, to know that it’s possible to stretch one’s self and physically accomplish more than you ever dreamed you could."

Susan K, Southern Tier 2007
55, Medina OH
"Thank you for this wonderful opportunity - to tour and grow as a woman in this riding community. Each woman on this tour enriched my life. Each road, town, shopkeeper, gave me a greater awareness of America. Each dawn brought me new hope for a new experience, each evening left me proud, fulfilled and tired. Thank you."

Lyn G, Mississippi Tour 2005
54, Eugene OR
"Thank you and everyone at WomanTours for a wonderful bike trip down the Mississippi. It was definitely one of the highlights of my life. I can’t wait to get my pictures back from the developer so I can share my experiences with my husband and friends – all 21 rolls!"

Linda K, Southern Tier 2006
63, Milwaukee WI
"I want to thank you for offering women this wonderful opportunity to stretch their wings and fly. It was the most amazing experience with all of its ups and downs, with the top prize of all – new friends all over the U.S. who now share a loving sisterhood."

Karen B, Southern Tier 2006
43, San Antonio, TX
"My advice - Don’t let your fears get in your way. I cannot put into words the way the trip affected my life. It was the most incredibly empowering experience."

Gizele P, Southern Tier 2005
43, Mississauga, Ont, CANADA
"This tour was a life-changing experience; it surpassed my expectations by a long shot! This ride/journey was fabulous. Looking back, I am in awe of all the logistics that had to fall into place in order for this to have happened. Bravo to WomanTours! "

Ann B, Southern Tier 2005
61, Fargo ND
"I saw the country, improved my fitness dramatically and lost about 15 pounds – largely related to Claudia’s delicious, satisfying and healthy food!"

Kathy C, Southern Tier 2005
60, Springton PA
"On a scale of 1 to 10, this was a 35!"

Jane W, Northern Tier 2004
Port Townsend WA
"The route was great and the other tour members were wonderful companions."

Virginia S Northern Tier 2004
52, Athens GA
"SAG support was wonderful. They tried to provide the snacks we asked for. They were encouraging and knowledgeable. They were very concerned about us if we did not appear on time and came back to find us. "

Deb B, Southern Tier 2004
Colorado Springs CO
"More fun than I ever dreamed! The experience/adventure of a lifetime! I loved the tour and staff. It was a dream and you all helped it come true for me. Thanks a bunch! "

Sue R, Southern Tier 2004
Waukesha WI
"This trip will live on in my memory as the best thing I ever allowed myself to do. In a kind, supportive atmosphere I faced and conquered challenges I never thought I could. What I am taking from this trip will be with me for the rest of my life. The friendships, the experiences, the memories. Our group has vowed to stay in touch and reunite periodically. These new bonds of friendship will make that happen. Thank you so much for offering such an opportunity to a bunch of “mature women”! "

Jane Hackenburg, Southern Tier 2002
"What you have done for women our age cannot be measured. I thank you for changing my view of the world and my attitude towards aging. I feel inspired."

Joan Robinson, Southern Tier 2001
"I believe riding with WomanTours Cross Country...is an Adventure of a Lifetime. The challenges conquered, friendships made, strength gained both physically and personally. [It]...is a GIFTED experience that every woman deserves to give herself....with the proper training and great attitude to venture into the unknown...this trek is an achievable goal. I plan to do the Northern Tier in 2004...and to think the most I did on a daily basis was 14 miles around my lake!!!!"

We will be happy to provide you with names and contact information of women who have bicycled our cross country tours. Please contact our office.

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DIARIES & ESSAYS

2007 Cross Country Meandering Mississippi Diary

2007 Cross Country Southern Tier Diary (Rebecca's Blog)
2007 Cross Country Southern Tier Diary (Maggie's Blog)
2007 Cross Country Southern Tier Diary (Anne's Blog)
2007 Cross Country Southern Tier Diary (Retta's Blog)
2007 Cross Country Southern Tier Diary (Retta's Website)
2007 Cross Country Southern Tier Diary (Nancy's Blog)

2006 Cross Country Southern Tier Diary #1
2006 Cross Country Southern Tier Diary #2

2005 Cross Country Southern Tier Diary
2000 Cross Country Transamerica Diary
1998 Cross Country Southern Tier Essay