At the end of the day, BAK cyclists stay in pre-designated overnight stops.
Local high school gymnasiums and schoolgrounds serve as a place for tired riders to shower, repair their bikes, and sleep. All the cyclists' gear is carried from town to town by trucks, so riders can bring sleeping bags and several changes of clothing. While some people bring tents and camp out, most prefer to spread out their sleeping bags and stay inside the gymnasiums.
Every evening, the group gathers inside the gym for a group meeting. This casual gathering informs riders of the news and anecdotes from the day's ride, and reveals what the route has in store tomorrow. Sometimes there is local enterntainment or an occasional impromptu singing performance.

The time spent in the overnight stops also provides a chance for BAK participants to get a feel for life in a small town. Whether it's a visit to a laundromat, burger joint, or the local "watering hole", the cyclists see a side of life that one misses in a larger city.

By the end of the week, most riders have made new friends and had great adventures along the way. There's always a few sore muscles, but that's soon forgotten once they cross the Missouri line. What's important is that they finished and had a great time doing it.