Northern California

Ride Beyond the Pavement

Guided adventure tours and expert ADV training through the Sierra Nevada, BDR routes, and NorCal's most remote terrain.

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Guided motorcycle ride through NorCal terrain
Guided Adventures

Explore NorCal's
Wildest Terrain

Multi-day guided rides through the Sierra Nevada, Backcountry Discovery Routes, and NorCal's most remote backcountry. Small groups, all skill levels welcome. 1 to 4 day trips.

  • Sierra Nevada multi-day adventures
  • Backcountry Discovery Routes (BDR)
  • Small group, expert-guided
  • All skill levels
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ADV off-road training drill
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ADV Training

Build Confidence.
Ride Anything.

Expert-led ADV off-road training at Prairie City SVRA and Frank Raines OHV. Beginner to advanced levels. Hands-on drills, real terrain, real results.

  • Beginner to advanced courses
  • Prairie City SVRA & Frank Raines OHV
  • Hands-on drills, small groups
  • Expert certified instructors
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"Best riding experience of my life"
— Mike R.
"Joe and Tom are world-class instructors"
— Sarah K.
"I went from nervous beginner to confident trail rider"
— Dave L.
"The BDR rides are absolutely epic"
— Chris M.
"Best riding experience of my life"
— Mike R.
"Joe and Tom are world-class instructors"
— Sarah K.
"I went from nervous beginner to confident trail rider"
— Dave L.
"The BDR rides are absolutely epic"
— Chris M.
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The Crew

Built by Riders,
Led by Passion

Joe and Tom have spent over 15 years riding, guiding, and teaching on NorCal's roughest and most rewarding terrain.

What started as a shared obsession with finding roads nobody else knew about turned into something bigger — a community of riders who want more than the pavement can offer. Every ride is guided with the same care they'd give a friend. Every training day is designed to actually build skill, not just check a box.

Whether you're new to off-road or looking to tackle the full NorCal BDR, Joe and Tom bring the local knowledge, technical expertise, and contagious enthusiasm that make every mile unforgettable.

Joe 209-573-0446
Tom 408-506-0828
Riding through the Sierra Nevada
Trail riding in NorCal
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2026 Season

Upcoming Rides & Training

Spots fill fast. Reserve your seat for the 2026 season.

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Graffiti Bridge Ride
Mar 21
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Graffiti Bridge Ride

Manteca, CA — Saturday
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Apr 4
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Burma Adventure

Manteca, CA — Saturday
Reserve Spot
Apr 11
Training

ADV Off-Road Training

Prairie City SVRA — Saturday
Reserve Spot
May 30
Training Advanced

Next Level ADV Training

Frank Raines OHV — Saturday
Reserve Spot
Jun 25
Ride 4 Days

BDR and More Adventure

Manteca, CA — Thursday Departure
Reserve Spot
Aug 8
Ride 2 Days

Mt Patterson Summit to Buckeye Hot Springs

Sierra Nevada — Saturday Departure
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Bucket List Rides

The NorCal BDR.
We Know It Like Home.

The Backcountry Discovery Route through Northern California is one of the most legendary ADV rides in the country. We've ridden every mile of it.

Choose a single-day loop to get a taste, or commit to the full multi-day point-to-point experience. Either way, you'll be guided by locals who know every rock, river crossing, and viewpoint on the route.

1-Day Loops Curated single-day BDR sample routes. Perfect intro.
Multi-Day Point-to-Point The full experience. Sagwagon support. Epic scenery.
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NorCal Backcountry Discovery Route
Get in Touch

Ready to Ride?

Reach out to Joe or Tom directly to reserve your spot, ask about upcoming rides, or just talk motorcycles.

Email info@advrides.net
Joe 209-573-0446
Tom 408-506-0828

We typically respond within 24 hours.