Shutdowns and social distancing measures caused by the COVID-19 pandemic have driven drove of people to outdoor activities as well as motorcycling. Those that want equal doses of both turn to adventure riding, and the sport has grown as a result. While Backcountry Discovery Routes took a break from its one new route per year quota in 2021, it took full advantage of the growing interest in adventure bikes.
The non-profit released a retrospective film celebrating its 10-year anniversary, partnered with Motoz RallZ tires, and raised funds by giving away a tricked-out Yamaha Tenere 700. However, most of BDR’s 2021 efforts went into establishing the 11th trail in the organization's repertoire—the Wyoming route (WYBDR).
