Oddbean

On my Bitcoin Tour across the USA last year, one region stuck out to me in particular. It’s a place which, honestly, I was not excited to return to. I grew up in this part of the world and I remember from a young age wanting to leave, to explore. But returning here... I began to see a new side. What this region lacks in mountains and New York minutes it more than makes up for in genuine, kind, and industrious people. It holds many untold histories and subcultures that are impossible to see from the highway. This is not “flyover country”. This is the American Heartland. Once I ran the first Ride of Passage in Thailand, I knew the American Midwest would be next. The heartland of the country holds hidden gems that fit with the vision of tours money can’t buy. It is growing into a powerhouse for technology, regenerative farming, and sovereign living – especially through the actions of Bitcoiners. The Bitcoin communities here are tight-knit and interconnected. While others larp about circular economies on Twitter, they are building them one sale at a time. What is this Ride of Passage all about? The Ride of Passage: American Heartland Tour is designed to connect you to this vibrant Bitcoin community through a motorcycle adventure with Bitcoiners. Over 8 days together you’ll visit Bitcoin meetups, regenerative ranches and cultural sites throughout the Midwest. You will sample some of the cleanest beef in the nation as you ride through commodity grain fields. You will visit farmstays creating a new tourism industry around regenerative practices. You will shake the hands of Bitcoiners with grand plans to build industry and wealth in the heartland. This ride wouldn’t exist without the help of those on the ground - from @rev.hodl to Lake Satoshi, Indy Bitcoin, Columbus Bitcoin, Beef Initiative (damn I gotta find all of you on Nostr) and so many more! It also wouldn’t be happening without the legend Alan Jackson - who gives out more sats to taxi drivers and waitresses than most people will ever stack. He’s also one of the most experienced motorcyclists I know, with over 50 years of touring across 5 continents. Alan stepped up and will be leading the Ride of Passage: American Heartland Tour. I can’t wait for you to get to know him. Who’s the Ride of Passage: American Heartland Tour for? This Ride of Passage is for anyone seeking deeper connections to the Bitcoin community, forged through unforgettable adventures on two wheels. Limited to just 10 riders who will be personally vetted by me. Still have questions? Feel free to ask me, or anyone who was on the first Ride of Passage - Texas Slim, Satoshi Symbol, Alan, Wes, Cory, and @Tech Engineer Will you take sovereignty into your own hands by meeting those doing it every day? 👇 https://www.rideofpassage.live/american-heartland-tour