Bicycling Around Minnesota (BAM)

18/09/2024

By popular demand the online store is open for you to order a BAM shirt!

The cost is $32.45 ($16.50 + $15.95 direct shipping).

PLEASE order no later than Tuesday, September 24. Here is the link: https://bicyclingaroundminnesotaswag.itemorder.com/shop/home/

Thank you for all your support and enthusiasm for BAM!

06/09/2024

Good news: the BAM 2024 jersey is available for direct ship! The delivered price is $90 ($75 + $15 S/H). Order by September 23 (last day available!). Estimated ship dates is November 8.
Commemorate your adventure!

Here is the link to order:

Primal Via

19/08/2024

Sharing some photos from our last evening in Hibbing and our return route of 54 miles back to host town Hoyt Lakes where we celebrated with root beer floats.

18/08/2024

We enjoyed beautiful weather for our 50+ mile ride from Grand Rapids to Hibbing, including many miles on the scenic Mesabi Trail.
BAM riders shared many wonderful photos…

17/08/2024

Mother Nature was kinder to our riders today but did keep us guessing with frequent passing sprinkles.
Most rode 70+ miles while others challenged themselves to a century. We arrived in Grand Rapids MN to enjoy showers (thanks Pork Belly Ventures), mechanical support (high fives Freewheel Bike Richfield), a delicious dinner, adult beverages, and live entertainment from two different groups. Life is good on BAM!
A few photo memories to share…

16/08/2024

It was a challenging, soggy 60+ mile ride from Hoyt Lakes to Chisholm but we had FUN!
The Iron Range offers so much beautiful scenery! Three more days of enjoyment coming up…

08/08/2024

Get excited for BAM 2024 entertainment, including the Itasca County Fair on Friday 8/16. We will be camping less than 1 mile away from this FUN and the Mesabi Trailhead is also nearby.

Check out the schedule at this link:

Whether you’re seeking thrills at the midway, looking for some amazing foods, or sharing your interests and talents with others in your community, the fair is the place to be.

30/07/2024

This just in: there are a few open spots on BAM 2024 due to recent cancellations.

Sign up for the waitlist here: https://tinyurl.com/3zchjata You will be notified if you secured one of the few remaining spots on this year's amazing adventure to the Iron Range.

Join BAM in 2024 in the Iron Range!

21/06/2024

Happy International Day of Yoga! On our BAM tour we will have the opportunity to practice yoga at the campsite, so bring an extra towel. Namaste!

15/06/2024

Hey BAM hockey fans!

As we are in the midst of the NHL playoffs, you might be interested to know that our 2024 BAM route includes Eveleth, home of the USA Hockey Hall of Fame Museum.

Stay cool and get ready to ride the Range!

US Hockey Hall of Fame Museum

11/06/2024

Last call for 2024 BAM Merch! Deadline is June 12.

Follow this link to order:
https://bambiketour.org/merchandise-2024/

Pictured below are the jerseys. Shirts are also available.

Photos courtesy of Discover the Range and William Butkovich (back of jersey)

03/06/2024

Happy World Bicycle Day BAM community!

Monday is World Bicycle Day, an opportunity to increase awareness about the benefits of bikes, which are used around the world as simple, affordable & efficient modes of sustainable transport.

Bicycles are powerful tools for taking , promoting health and wellbeing, increasing access to education, and achieving the .

01/06/2024

BAM 2024 Riders - a couple of time sensitive items:

1) Merch deadline is June 12. Here's the link: https://bambiketour.org/merchandise-2024/

2) Cabins on Wheels are still available. If you need roommates, reach out to Pete at Pork Belly Venture. Here's the link: https://pkbelly.com/Event/info/bicylingaroundminn2024

Click on this link to go to the official BAM site https://bambiketour.org/BAM 2024 is headed to Minnesota’s Iron Range!  The ride is expected to fill quickly, so be sure to register promptly. There is a 350-rider limit. 

27/05/2024

Interested in a rebate for your e-bike? Check this out.

This video provides an overview of the Minnesota Electric-Assisted Bicycle Rebate (e-Bike Rebate) application portal. This rebate is designed to reduce the c...

24/05/2024

Happy Birthday to Bob Dylan, who was born on this day in 1941. On August 17 we will overnight in Hibbing, MN and have an opportunity to ride by his childhood home.

07/05/2024

Spring has spring in Minnesnowta! We are just 100 days out until the start of BAM 2024. During our first day of cycling we will pass through welcoming Biwabik. Get excited...and out for a ride.

Photo credit: Lisa Austin

30/04/2024

For those of you joining us for BAM 2024 this is a friendly reminder that the deadline to order merchandise is approaching. You can check out the offerings at this link:

BAM is offering jerseys and t-shirts for sale to commemorate your tour.  Deadline to order is June 14.  All sales are final (no refunds) except as noted under ‘Cancellations by Rider’.&nb…

22/04/2024

Happy Earth Day from BAM! This year's ride still have a few openings, so sign up and secure your spot.

To learn more and register, click on this link: https://bambiketour.org/

One of the scenic vistas we will enjoy is at Hill Annex Mine State Park pictured below.
Photo Credit: MN DNR

06/04/2024

Excited share information about the Bicycle Alliance of Minnesota and details on this year’s Bicycling Around Minnesota (BAM) at the Twin Cities Bicycling Club (TCBC) Swap Meet today.

Don’t miss this year’s BAM adventure to the range! Sign up for this year’s BAM as spots are filling fast: bambiketour.org

28/03/2024

Bicycling Around Minnesota (BAM)'s 2024 ride is nearly full and early bird pricing ends soon, so don't miss out on this year's adventure to the beautiful Iron Range of Minnesota from August 15-18. BAM takes care of the details so you can enjoy a bicycling vacation in a scenic location and overnight in the welcoming host cities of Hoyt Lakes, Chisholm, Grand Rapids, and Hibbing.

Comments from last year's riders:

“The whole BAM team was exceedingly helpful and enthusiastic. I appreciated how the team attended to every detail: rest stops, monitoring everyone’s progress, charging stations, coffee truck, baggage handling, INCREDIBLE food, band, briefings, etc. Again, I can’t think of anything I’d add. Sign me up for next year!”

“I have done many tours but this was my first ride in Minnesota. I could not come up with one way to make things better. It was a really well run tour. I really enjoyed the catered meals.”

Come and see for yourself why past riders have rated BAM 4.7 out of 5 stars. More details and the registration link can be found here: https://bambiketour.org/

23/03/2024

Did you know one set of Dorothy's ruby red slippers are going on International tour? https://www.startribune.com/wizard-of-oz-ruby-slippers-tour/600352301/

While in Grand Rapids on the Bicycling Around Minnesota (BAM) tour we should have the opportunity to view them as well at the Judy Garland Museum!

Early bird pricing ends March 29 and there are still a few spots open, so don't delay.

We hope you will join us for this year's Iron Range ride on Aug. 15-18.
https://bambiketour.org/

Judy Garland's famed footwear will go up for auction in December.

19/03/2024

In just 150 days Bicycling Around Minnesota (BAM) will be enjoying Chisholm, Minnesota, a town with a rich iron ore history.

There are just 10 more days of early bird pricing (through March 29) so don't delay. Registration is still open but filling fast!

We hope you will join us for this year's Iron Range ride on Aug. 15-18.

https://bambiketour.org/

15/03/2024

Grand Rapids, Minnesota is one of our host cities for the 2024 BAM tour. There are so many fun things to experience in Grand Rapids, including the The Judy Garland Museum.

Registration is still open but filling fast! We hope you will join us for this year's Iron Range ride on Aug. 15-18.

Early Bird pricing is available if you register by March 29.
It will be an unforgettable experience, so don't delay.
https://bambiketour.org/

13/03/2024

One of the highlights of this year's tour will be the beautiful Mesabi Trail. Come early and/or stay late to enjoy this cycling treasure of Minnesota!

Registration is still open but filling fast! We hope you will join us for this year's Iron Range ride on Aug. 15-18.

Early Bird pricing is available if you register by March 29.
It will be an unforgettable experience, so don't delay.
https://bambiketour.org/

06/03/2024

We're now on Threads (threads.net/) and Instagram (instagram.com/bambicycling) as well as on X (formerly Twitter, x.com/bambiketour) if that's how you, um, roll.

See you there?

A reminder about this year's Iron Range ride on Aug. 15-18: You'll get Early Bird pricing if you register before March 29.

It will be an unforgettable experience, so don't delay.

https://bambiketour.org/

Promoting bicycle safety and tourism in Minnesota.