What is the Travel Train?
From every corner of the country. We ride together.
The Ride Out of the Darkness® Travel Train is a nationwide movement. Riders and drivers travel in groups from different states and long distance cities to arrive together in Lakeland, Florida for one powerful purpose. Honor lives lost. Support families. Bring real resources to the community.
Some will ride from Maine, Washington, California, and beyond. Crossing thousands of miles through rain, heat, and long days on the road. Just to roll in together.
This is not just a ride. It is a mission.
💜 Every mile is a statement.
💙 Every rider is a beacon of hope.
💛 Every storm we pass through is proof that we do not ride alone.
HOW THE TRAVEL TRAIN BEGAN
In 2022, Amanda and Mari connected on TikTok through a shared love for motorcycles and a shared commitment to mental health awareness.
Mari reached out with a simple idea. What if the journey to the event was just as meaningful as the event itself. That idea became the Travel Train.
What started with a few riders has grown into a nationwide movement. Riders and drivers from long distance cities and multiple states choose to roll in together to Lakeland, Florida. Not for attention. For purpose.
From one idea. To riders from across the country traveling together.
From a few bikes. To a growing nationwide movement.
From one mission. To thousands of miles ridden for those we have lost. For those still fighting. For those who need to know they are not alone.
If you want to keep the Mari handle, add this one clean line at the end.
HOW THE TRAVEL TRAIN WORKS
🚨 Attention Riders. Travel Train Requirements
There is no separate Travel Train registration anymore.
Travel Train participation is selected inside your event ticket registration.
Step 1. Purchase your ride ticket.
Choose motorcycle and 3 wheel registration or 4 wheel vehicle registration.
Step 2. During ticket registration, select Travel Train Yes if you are participating.
Select No if you are not.
Why we ask.
Plan coordinated arrivals and ride logistics.
Estimate headcount for safety and communication.
Confirm everyone has completed required waivers.
Important.
A ride ticket is required to participate in the Travel Train.
Passengers must be registered separately.
✔ Find a group departing from your city
✔ Choose a meetup location along the route
✔ Register for the official event. Then select Travel Train inside your ticket registration.
✔ Join the Travel Train Facebook Group for routes, meetup times, and updates.
✔ Ride together. Arrive together. Check in smoother together.
Help Someone Ride – Sponsor a Travel Train Rider!
Not every rider can afford the journey. Your donation helps remove barriers so more people can be part of this nationwide ride into Lakeland.
Your support can help cover. Fuel and travel costs for long distance riders. Basic ride essentials that help someone participate safely. Event logistics and Love Surrounds You® community impact work connected to Ride Out of the Darkness®.
When you give, you help more riders show up. More families feel supported. More people get connected to real resources.
Want to Follow The Travel Train?
Hotels & Harley-Davidson Dealerships – Join the Travel Train!
The Ride Out of the Darkness® Travel Train is a nationwide movement. Riders and drivers travel in groups from different states and long distance cities and arrive in Lakeland, Florida together.
We are looking for.
Hotels willing to offer discounted rates for Travel Train riders.
Harley Davidson dealerships willing to serve as meetup locations and welcome stops.
Businesses that want to support this cause and get visibility with a purpose driven community.
This is an opportunity to support mental health and community awareness while welcoming a powerful group of riders traveling together.
Hotels. Become an Official Travel Train Stop
As riders make their way to Lakeland, they need safe places to stay. Hotels along the routes can host riders for overnight stops and offer special rates in support of the mission.
Hotels: Become an Official Travel Train Stop
As thousands of riders make their way to Lakeland, they need places to stay. Hotels along the route can host riders for an overnight stop and offer special rates in support of the mission.
Hotel Benefits
✔ Attract a large, loyal motorcycle community
✔ Featured on our Ride Out of the Darkness™ website and social media
✔ Increased visibility among thousands of riders and supporters
✔ Become an official Travel Train Hotel Partner
📢 What We Need from You:
• A special discounted rate for riders
• Secure motorcycle parking
• Willingness to host multiple riders traveling together
Harley Davidson Dealerships: Become an Official Travel Train Stop
We need Harley-Davidson dealerships along the Travel Train route to serve as meetup locations for riders.
Why Join?
✔ Bring riders into your dealership for fuel, service, and gear
✔ Gain national recognition as an Official Travel Train Stop
✔ Featured on our Ride Out of the Darkness™ event page, social media, and promotional materials
✔ Help a powerful movement dedicated to mental health awareness
📢 What We Need from You:
• A safe and welcoming meetup spot
• An optional dealership discount for Travel Train riders
• A host willing to greet and coordinate riders
The Ride Out of the Darkness™ Travel Train is growing FAST. As it expands, we need partners who believe in the mission and want to support riders on their journey.
Hotels: Provide a place for riders to rest and be recognized for your support.
Harley-Davidson Dealers: Become a key stop along the way and show your commitment to mental health awareness.