Guided Rides
Ride. Reset. Return different.
What Is a Guided Ride?
Not every unforgettable motorcycle ride has to be a cross-country epic.
Sometimes the runs that hit the hardest are the ones you squeeze into a Saturday - the ride that clears your head, hits all the right roads, and gets you home tired and happy.
These aren't just short rides. They're reset buttons.
Guided Rides are built for riders who want:
- a break from the grind
- a bucket-list style experience without taking a week off work
- a guided ride that removes all the stress of planning
- a day that feels like a movie
- memories that feel bigger than the miles
You show up. I handle the rest.
What You Get
Expert-Led Route Planning
Every ride is built intentionally. No random Google routing, no "good enough" guesswork.
I ride, refine, and dial in each route so it actually flows - curves, pacing, views, and stops that make sense on a motorcycle.
Scenic, Curated Roads
You're not here to sit in traffic. Guided Rides focus on:
- twisty backroads
- elevation changes and ridge lines
- forest canopies and scenic overlooks
- memorable photo stops
Zero Planning Stress
You show up with a full tank, a road-ready bike, and the right gear. I handle the rest.
Food & Hidden Spots
The best ride stories usually don't start with a drive-thru. I build in stops at local diners, viewpoints, and roadside gems that make the ride feel like an experience - not just mileage.
A Day That Feels Big
Even if it's "only" half a day, a well-built guided ride feels like something you'll be talking about for a long time.
Pricing
Half-Day Ride - $150
Perfect for riders who want a powerful, scenic ride but are limited on time. Fits into a morning or afternoon.
Full-Day Ride - $275
A full tank kind of day. More miles, more stops, more chances for "holy shit, look at that" moments.
Group riders welcome. Pricing is for the experience, not per rider. If you're bringing a small crew, just mention it when you reach out.
Private Group Ride - $749 flat + $59 per rider
Designed for clubs, veteran groups, or a tight crew of friends.
- Fully custom route built for your group
- Flexible schedule (subject to availability)
- Group-focused pacing and stops
- Extra time built in for photos and memories
2026 Ride Options
These are some of the core runs available for 2026. Availability may shift with travel and weather, but this is the flavor you can expect.
Rim of the World
A California mountain ridge run with cinematic vistas, sweepers, and views that feel straight out of a movie.
Zaleski Zipper
SE Ohio forest twisties with elevation changes, tight curves, and quiet stretches that make you forget what day it is.
Hocking Hills Loop
A legendary Midwest loop full of curves, cliffs, rock formations, and scenic pull-offs that reward stopping for a minute.
Windy 9 Sampler
A curated taste of Ohio's Windy 9 - carefully stitched together into one solid day of riding.
More rides will be added throughout the 2026 season as scouting and travel continue.
2026 Ride Calendar (Tentative)
| Month | Region | Focus |
|---|---|---|
| April | Hocking Hills, OH | Spring Shakedown - first twisties of the year |
| May | SE Ohio | Local shakedown rides |
| June | Smoky Mountains (TN/NC) | Dragon & Skyway area |
| July | Blue Ridge Parkway (VA/NC) | Ridge Run - scenic sweepers & overlooks |
| August | Appalachia (WV/KY) | Coal Country Curves |
| September | Hocking Hills / SE Ohio | Fall Preview - early color & cool temps |
| October | Blue Ridge & Skyline Drive | Peak Color Run - fall foliage focus |
All dates are tentative. Additional pop-up rides may be announced throughout the season.
For the latest ride announcements, follow @unbound_nomad.
Where We Ride
- Ohio & Appalachia: Ohio's Windy 9, Hocking Hills, regional twisties
- Smoky Mountains Region: Tail of the Dragon, Cherohala Skyway area
- Blue Ridge & Skyline: Select stretches of the Blue Ridge Parkway and Skyline Drive
If you have a specific region in mind, mention it when you reach out. If it's not a place I know well enough to guide, I'll tell you straight.
Ready to Ride?
When you reach out, tell me:
- what kind of riding you love (twisties, scenic, technical, mellow)
- how long you want to be out (half day or full day)
- roughly when and where you'd like to ride
From there, I'll build the right run for you.