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If you’re looking for the ultimate outdoor adventure destination, buycycle, the leading bike marketplace, tells you the best places for an adrenaline-fuelled experience this year.

Several studies in recent years have shown that the United States is one of the adventure tourism capitals of the world, accounting for 14%* of global adventure tourism in 2019.

Featuring iconic locations such as Universal Studios for theme park lovers, the Rocky Mountains and Sierra Nevada for mountain adventures, and the Great Lakes and Lake Tahoe for watersports, buycycle, Europe’s leading marketplace for high-quality used bikes, has compiled a list of the best destinations for thrill seekers this year.

They analyzed various factors that increased thrill, including the number of hiking trails, climbing routes, amusement parks and skydiving centers.

They also took into account various cycling factors, such as the length of cycle paths and mountain bike routes, to determine the best places to explore with adventure cycling.

The top 10 places for thrillseekers:

California takes the top spot as the ideal destination for thrill seekers in the USA, achieving an impressive 85.6 out of 100 points.

The Golden State has 83,109 bike trails, including 16,183 mountain bike trails, and 18,467 miles of hiking trails. Additionally, California offers over 31,000 rock climbing routes, 26 skydiving centers, three bungee jumping centers, 26 amusement parks and 33 hot air balloon stations – the most among the top five adventure states.

Although California only ranks seventh in kayaking, it still has 219 canoe routes, making it the ultimate location for a wide range of exciting outdoor activities.

Florida ranks second among thrill-seeker destinations with a score of 53.5 out of 100.

Although the state is famous for its beaches, With 36,043 bike routes and 2,637 mountain bike trails, Florida offers cyclists plenty of opportunities. For kayaking enthusiasts, Florida is a top choice, with 4,180 kayaking opportunities, leading the nation.

The state also ranks well in other activities, coming in second for theme parks (22), third for skydiving centers (22), and first for bungee sites (4). Florida offers 2,670 miles of hiking trails, ranking 19th in this category. However, it doesn’t fare well in rock climbing, coming in 46th with just 17 routes.

However, if you are looking for a mix of world-famous cityscapes and exciting outdoor adventures, third place is new York is the ideal travel destination.

The state boasts 43,143 bike paths and 6,048 mountain bike trails, offering plenty of options for cyclists looking to explore new landscapes. With 4,447 miles of hiking trails and 5,276 climbing routes, there’s something for every outdoor enthusiast.

For those looking for pure adrenaline, New York offers 26 hot air balloon sites and 12 skydiving centers. The state also has 18 amusement parks (the third largest number on the list), as well as 362 kayaking trails and two bungee jumping centers.

Expert tips for more safety when adventure cycling

If you want to plan your next adventure holiday before the end of the year, the experts at buycycle recommend the following top tips to ensure safety:

1. Wear a helmet – Regardless of your cycling ability, you should always wear a helmet when mountain biking or road biking.

2. Invest in protective equipment – Although proper cycling gear is not as important as a helmet, it can prevent unforeseen injuries that could mar your ride. Wear protective vests and goggles to prevent injury and protect yourself from dirt and sand. Also, avoid loose clothing that could get caught.

3. Take a first aid kit with you – Bring a well-stocked kit with essentials such as bandages, painkillers and gauze in case of emergencies.

4. Pack a tool kit – Just as you can get injured on the trail, so can your bike, especially on more difficult trails where the ground is much rockier, so it’s important to carry a tool and repair kit just in case.

5. Plan your route – If you’ve never been to a particular cycling area before, it’s important to plan your route in advance so you don’t get lost. And even then, there’s a good chance that if you stray from your route, you won’t have a phone signal, so a GPS is an essential tool for finding your way home.

For more information about the study and comparisons with other U.S. states, see: https://buycycle.com/blog/en/post/the-best-destinations-for-thrill-seekers-in-the-us/

To see the full data breakdown, check out the table here: https://public.flourish.studio/visualisation/19108714/