Across the Country by Bike: Lessons from the Road

Join Larry as he shares stories from the road—the challenges he faced, the sights and places he discovered, the victories along

2026 marks the 50th anniversary of the TransAmerica Trail, a 4,300-mile bicycle route stretching from Yorktown, Virginia, to Astoria, Oregon. Larry Rachman celebrated his 71st birthday by riding the entire route solo, completing the journey just a few days ago.

Join Larry as he shares stories from the road—the challenges he faced, the sights and places he discovered, the victories along the way, and the memorable riders he met during his journey. Come hear what it’s like to spend weeks crossing the country on two wheels, and what Larry learned along the way.

Saturday, September 19, 2026, 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. 

Registration required.

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