XOBA — Across Ohio Bicycle Adventure

XOBA was created to extend the mission of Columbus Outdoor Pursuits—offering riders a chance to experience Ohio end-to-end by bicycle. Inspired by the long-standing success of Tour of the Scioto River Valley (TOSRV) and Great Ohio Bicycle Adventure (GOBA), XOBA was designed for riders who want to explore new landscapes, connect with fellow cyclists, and experience the state in a deeper, more immersive way.

Over time, XOBA has grown into more than a point-to-point bike tour. It’s a shared journey—bringing together riders from across Ohio and beyond for a fully supported, thoughtfully paced adventure. Along the way, participants experience small towns, scenic roads, and the camaraderie that comes from riding together.

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Oregon, OH – Marblehead – Fremont – Norwalk – Oberlin – Strasburg – Cadiz – Wheeling, WV

This information can help you prepare for our weeklong bicycle tour, whether you are new to bicycle touring, new to the Across Ohio Bicycle Adventure, or a returning XOBA rider. Different bicycle tours have various ways of running their operations. Before you register, read the following sections, and if you have more questions, please get in touch at xoba@outdoor-pursuits.org.

What your registration fee covers:

• XOBA plans and marks all the routes.
• Paints arrows on the roads to guide you.
• Provides route maps that you can download on your GPS.
• Provides free parking for leaving your vehicle in the starting/finishing town for the week.
• SAG Support and light mechanical services.
• Arrange emergency medical services.
• Moves your baggage from town to town. Riders only need to carry what they need on the road each day.
• Provides a “Boxed lunch” during the Saturday bus trip to the initial host community. Also provides a group dinner on the last night of the tour.
• Provides listings for rest stops for food, fluid, and restrooms on each day’s route.
• A commemorative XOBA T-shirt.

What your registration fee does not cover:

• Cost of meals other than the boxed lunch and final night’s group dinner.
• Cost of meals in host communities and lunch or snack food on route.
• Cost of alternative hotel lodging. (See the Accommodations section).
• Bring your vehicle to every overnight camp for the week.
• Ambulance transport.
• Entrance fees to attractions.

Where You’ll Sleep

Ready for the XOBA adventure? Most nights, you’ll find yourself in a high school gym, where you can sleep inside or pitch a tent outside. It’s all part of the experience! If you prefer a more traditional bed, we’ll provide a list of nearby hotels (not included in the registration fee).

What’s Included

A spot on the gym floor (or outside space for your tent)
Access to electrical outlets for charging
Your first and last dinners

What’s Extra

Tent service (for those who want a tent set up and ready to go)
Hotel accommodations
Other meals
Towel service
Chair rental

Good to Know

Most towns along the route have laundry facilities.

Off-site Hotel and B&B Options

We’ll post a list of suggested hotels that are within riding distance from each night’s XOBA camping facility.

 $600 (7 riding days – 7 nights)

Outdoor Pursuits Members receive a $20 discount

Cancellation Policy:

Registrants may request a refund (less a $55 processing fee) up to 30 days before the tour.

Registration may be deferred to a future tour (at no cost) up to 30 days before the tour.

Cancellations less than 30 days before the event will be considered either a donation to Columbus Outdoor Pursuits 501(c)(3) or considered for deferment for a future event.

SAG (Support and Gear):

If you need help on the road, there is a Support and Gear (SAG) vehicle with water, snacks, and bike pumps. A volunteer mechanic can fix your bike on the road or in camp if necessary. We urge you to check your bike before you leave home and get any problems fixed by your local bike shop before the ride. You do not want to miss your ride because of something you could have avoided.

Weather

July in Ohio is typically warm and humid, with average high temperatures in the low 80s Fahrenheit and average lows in the mid-60s Fahrenheit. However, temperatures can vary depending on the specific location and day. You can expect some rain throughout the month, with occasional thunderstorms.