Podcasts about bikepacking

In dieser Folge sprechen wir über ein sehr heikles Thema: warum Menschen ihren Trail abbrechen. Was sind die Ursachen und wie geht man damit um? Bei manchen großen Thru-Hikes gibt es Abbruchquoten von über 50%. Ein Abbruch wird häufig als klägliches Scheitern wahrgenommen. Aber lasst euch gesagt sein: Das ist es auf keinen Fall. Vor allem dann nicht, wenn die Gesundheit im Vordergrund steht.Natürlich gibt es noch zahlreiche andere Gründe, warum man eine Tour abbricht. Darüber und über noch viel mehr diskutieren wir in dieser Folge. Habt ihr schon mal eine Tour abgebrochen? Wenn ja, warum? Und wie habt ihr euch gefühlt? Erzählt uns gern davon in den Kommentaren.Links aus der Folge:Shelter in SH: https://sheltern.de/Coros Nomad Uhr: https://de.coros.com/nomadNaturehive: https://naturethrive.co.ukBentley Offroad Fahrzeug: https://expeditionportal.com/bentley-debuts-bentayga-x-concept-testing-a-more-off-road-focused-future-for-its-luxury-suv/Decathlon TR3 Trailrunner: https://tidd.ly/4f4G21KUnsere Social Media Auftritte könnt ihr hier finden:Roberts YouTube-Kanal: https://www.youtube.com/@RobertKlinkOTZeltgespräche auf YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Zeltgespr%C3%A4cheRoberts Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robertklink.de/Sebastians Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sebas_23

In „Bei Anruf Antritt“ kommen unsere Unterstützenden zu Wort, von Frontgepäck bis Trainingsstress und von Faltrad bis Übernachtungsgäste. (00:00:00) Intro (00:01:15) Bei Anruf Antritt: Ab jetzt einmal im Quartal (00:04:16) Johannes, wohin mit dem Gepäck? (00:07:46) Die Vorteile von Frontgepäck (00:18:45) Neue Entwicklungen abseits der Ortlieb-Tasche (00:26:29) Hardy, was stört am Wettkampfcharakter beim Fahrrad fahren? (00:35:11) Tracking der eigenen Leistung: Pro und Contra (00:44:22) Die Vielseitigkeit des Fahrradfahrens (00:51:47) Bero, welche Vorteile hat das Faltrad? (01:09:50) Wann sich ein Faltrad lohnt (01:17:42) Jochen, warum lässt du Radreisende bei dir übernachten? (01:22:47) Schlafplätze als gute Tat (01:29:52) Neue Geschichten durch die Gäste (01:33:49) Outro Hier geht es zu „Bei Anruf Antritt“ aus Dezember 2025: https://detektor.fm/gesellschaft/antritt-bei-anruf-antritt-mit-unseren-unterstuetzenden Hier könnt ihr uns bei Steady unterstützen: https://steadyhq.com/de/antritt/about Hier entlang geht's zu den Links unserer Werbepartner: https://detektor.fm/werbepartner/antritt ➡️ Artikel zum Nachlesen: https://detektor.fm/gesellschaft/antritt-bei-anruf-antritt-mit-unseren-unterstuetzenden-2026

Mark Stephen meets cyclist and content creator Somhairle Johnstone to discuss his new series on BBC Alba 'Somhairle Spins' in which he undertakes five different bikepacking adventures in Scotland

Ever wanted to cycle the South Island of New Zealand?Rebecca Gross shares an honest update from her time bikepacking the South Island. It was a bikepacking trip shaped by relentless rain and freezing summer temperatures. This led to long days of riding chasing weather windows that would allow for side quests such as hiking around Mount Cook.  From Te Araroa sections and west coast gravel to the high mountains around Mount Cook, the final days of riding saw her and partner Javi ride into Paradise near Queenstown.A must listen if cycling in New Zealand on the South Island is on your own bucket list. Be sure to give Rebecca a follow via her instagram - @Rebecca_Grb EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/STR Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee  Support the showBuy me a coffee! I'm an affiliate for a few brands I genuinely use and recommend including:

In dieser Folge schauen wir gemeinsam auf die Unterschiede zwischen Hütten-Touren und Trekking-Touren mit Zelt. Wir erstellen dabei im Gespräch eine Pro- und Kontra-Liste und besprechen die Vor- und Nachteile. Der offensichtlichste Vorteil einer Hütten-Tour ist zum Beispiel der große Komfortgewinn, der Nachteil jedoch die sehr starren und festen Etappen. Beim Trekking mit Zelt hat man natürlich eine unglaubliche Flexibilität und Unabhängigkeit, aber häufig etwas weniger Sicherheit und Komfort. Diese Punkte sind jedoch nur Beispiele aus einer sehr langen Liste. Natürlich haben wir auch wieder ein paar Outdoor-News und spannende Kommentare im Gepäck.Wir hoffen, dass euch die Folge gefallen hat. Wie sind eure Meinungen zum Thema Hütten-Tour vs. Trekking mit Zelt? Schreibt es uns gerne in die Kommentare. Wir freuen uns darauf!Links aus der Folge:Uwes Packliste: https://lighterpack.com/r/4fi8udDurston Kakwa Rucksack: https://durstongear.com/products/kakwa-55Rewilding Europe Projekte: https://rewildingeurope.com/Gearswift Poncho: https://gearswifts.com/shop/custom_gear/dcf-poncho/Unsere Social Media Auftritte könnt ihr hier finden:Roberts YouTube-Kanal: https://www.youtube.com/@RobertKlinkOTZeltgespräche auf YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Zeltgespr%C3%A4cheRoberts Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robertklink.de/Sebastians Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sebas_23

In der zweiten Folge unseres Technik-Spezials schauen wir uns das einzige Bauteil an, das hoffentlich immer den Boden berührt: Die Reifen. Gemeinsam mit Josh kläre ich, warum die alte Regel „dünn gleich schnell“ heute nicht mehr gilt und warum breite Reifen beim Bikepacking ideal sind.Wir sprechen über:Komfort ist King: Warum breitere Reifen dich durch weniger Vibrationen eigentlich schneller und weniger müde machen.Der Luftdruck-Mythos: Warum „ordentlich Bums“ auf dem Reifen oft kontraproduktiv ist und wie viel Druck du wirklich brauchst.Zahlen-Dschungel: Was hinter Bezeichnungen wie 28 Zoll, 700C oder 622mm steckt.Profil-Check: Vom glatten Slick bis zum aggressiven Stollenreifen – was du für Schotter, Wald und Asphalt brauchst.Schlauch oder Milch: Der erste Einblick in das Thema Pannenhelfer und die Frage, was eigentlich Tubeless bedeutet.Josh gibt noch einen Tipp für Einsteiger: Achtet beim Fahrradkauf darauf, dass der Rahmen genug Platz für ordentliche Reifenbreiten (mindestens 45 mm) bietet – denn mehr Reifen bedeutet mehr Sicherheit und mehr Möglichkeiten für eure Abenteuer.Viel Spaß!Shownotes:Josh auf Instagram https://www.instagram.com/iamzwosh/ BiketourGlobal Instagram https://www.instagram.com/biketourglobal/BiketourGlobal im Web https://www.biketour-global.de/

Carlotta Schumacher ist Ultracycling-Athletin und betrachtet das Atlas Mountain Race in diesem Jahr aus der Ferne. Wie exklusiv ist es? (00:00:56) Begrüßung (00:04:24) Interview Carlotta (00:06:26) Was hast du in China erlebt? (00:10:00) Wie war das Granfondo in China? (00:13:37) Teure Rennräder in China (00:15:17) Wie war das Ankommen in Hongkong? (00:23:38) Supercool but incredibly exclusive (00:28:38) Gibt es eine Schere in der Ultra-Szene? (00:36:20) Wie funktioniert Sponsoring bei dir? (00:40:17) Über welche Plattform denkst du nach? (00:46:07) Welche Rolle spielt Instagram? (00:47:51) Wie finanzierst du deine Reise? (00:55:36) Was hat dich fasziniert und motiviert? (01:01:32) Verabschiedung (01:02:47) Musik: Noga Erez – BUBBLING Hier geht’s zum Gespräch mit Carlotta Schumacher vom Oktober 2025: https://detektor.fm/gesellschaft/antritt-carlotta-schumacher-ueber-ihre-ultracycling-reise-nach-hongkong Hier geht’s zum Interview mit Ariane Richter zum Atlas Mountain Race und Gran Guanche aus dem April 2025: https://detektor.fm/gesellschaft/antritt-ariane-richter-ueber-atlas-mountain-race-und-gran-guanche Hier könnt ihr uns bei Steady unterstützen: https://steadyhq.com/de/antritt/about Hier entlang geht's zu den Links unserer Werbepartner: https://detektor.fm/werbepartner/antritt ➡️ Artikel zum Nachlesen: https://detektor.fm/gesellschaft/antritt-carlotta-schumacher-ueber-atlas-mountain-race-und-fomo

Why is it a good idea to sleep in a pit toilet in Alaska? In this episode of the Canadian Cycling Magazine Podcast, world-record holder Ashleigh Myles explains the benefits of such grungy accommodation and other facets of pedalling from the top of the Western Hemisphere to the bottom. This past December, the Halifax rider and cycling-event organizer travelled from Prudhoe Bay, Alaska, to Ushuaia, Argentina, in 118 days, two hours and 30 minutes. That time marks the fastest trip on the Pan-American Highway by an unsupported female cyclist. In this in-depth interview, Myles not only discusses northern outhouses, but the gear she took on her ride, dealing with illness and aggressive animals, and handling parts of the route that a cyclist simply can't cover. Now that Myles's has set such an impressive record, what could the next goal be?

Thematisch anknüpfend an die letzte Folge besprechen wir nun gemeinsam die Frage: Ist Outdoor ein Trend? Denn Trends gab es schon viele. Sie kamen und gingen. Wie wird sich das also im Bereich Outdoor verhalten? Wird es ein Trend bleiben? Werden sich neue Trends entwickeln? All diese Punkte und noch viel mehr besprechen und diskutieren wir in dieser Folge.Wir haben bereits gesehen, dass Leute ihre Hobbys wie Surfen und Bikepacking kombinieren. Wir haben auch beobachtet, dass die Bereiche Outdoor und Gesundheit immer näher aneinander rücken. Als Gegenpol fungieren hier die gestiegenen Kosten und die Bürokratie beim Wildcamping.Bei einer Sache sind wir uns jedoch von vornherein sicher: Die Welt ist ein lauter und hektischer Ort und wird tendenziell nur noch schneller und komplexer. Somit bleibt Outdoor unsere beste und effektivste Flucht zur Ruhe und Entspannung. Wie seht ihr das Ganze? Lasst uns gerne eure Meinungen in den Kommentaren da.Links aus der Folge:Nitecore NB10000 Gen4 Powerbank: https://www.nitecore.de/nitecore-powerbank-nb10000-gen4-10000mah/nc-nb10000g4Action Bluetooth Tastatur: https://www.action.com/de-de/p/3203226/lab31-faltbare-drahtlose-tastatur/Altra Olympus 275 Schuhe: https://www.altrarunning.eu/de/olympus-275-herren-al0a85rt923.htmlPodcast Jess & Rob Show: https://open.spotify.com/show/7HeXWWrMXqLbRgWfzoRCLw Unsere Social Media Auftritte könnt ihr hier finden:Roberts YouTube-Kanal: https://www.youtube.com/@RobertKlinkOTZeltgespräche auf YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Zeltgespr%C3%A4cheRoberts Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robertklink.de/Sebastians Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sebas_23

This week we are once again chatting with adventurer, bikepacker, storyteller and filmmaker Ryan Van Duzer!! In this episode we dive into his worldwide bikepacking adventures and the process of capturing them to share on his excellent Youtube channel! Ryan is an incredible human being who has taken on some epic adventures with a sense of love, enthusiasm and curiosity!! I truly hope you enjoy this episode!! Check out all of Ryan's awesome films on youtube! MORE FROM RYAN VAN DUZER: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@duzer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/duzer/ Website: https://www.duzertv.com/

Ever thought about bikepacking across multiple countries?In this episode, I chat with Belgian bikepacker Xiao, known online as @Ciao_Xiao, who set off on a long journey from China back to Belgium.Xiao first got into bike travel as a teenager, riding with his mum and later heading off with friends when time was plentiful and money was not. That curiosity eventually grew into a much bigger ride, beginning in eastern China and unfolding west through Central Asia.In this conversation, we talk about:How early bike trips shaped the way Xiao travelsWhat it is really like to cross China by bike, region by regionRiding through Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan and camping high in the mountainsCold nights, mechanical problems, and figuring things out as you goHis time riding through Afghanistan and how that experience shifted his perspectiveWhy bikepacking often works best without a rigid planThis episode is a grounded look at long-distance bikepacking, curiosity-led travel, and what you notice when you move slowly through the world on two wheels.Be sure to give Xiao a follow on YouTube and also via his instagram - @Ciao__Xiao EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/STR Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee  Check out Old Man Mountain for the perfect way to carry gear on your bike. Support the showBuy me a coffee! I'm an affiliate for a few brands I genuinely use and recommend including:

Die Laufräder am Fahrrad spielen eine große Rolle für die Aerodynamik. Warum ist das so und was passiert dort mit der Luft? (00:00:48) Christian über einen neuen Podcast zu Sachsen-Anhalt (00:10:45) Feedback zu den letzten Folgen (00:20:13) Warum sind Laufräder so wichtig? (00:23:47) Wie müssen aerodynamische Laufräder gestaltet sein? (00:30:58) Speichen und Aerodynamik (00:34:04) Der Einfluss des Reifens (00:42:38) Machen Schutzbleche langsam? (00:46:55) Hohe oder flache Felgen? (00:50:17) Einfluss der Laufräder aufs Gesamtsystem (00:57:30) Gerolf über Paul Rinkowski und die Flachspeiche (01:11:13) Verabschiedung (01:14:55) Musik: Blumfeld – Atem und Fleisch Hier geht’s zum detektor.fm-Hauspodcast „destilliert“ mit mehr Informationen zum Sachsen-Anhalt-Podcast: https://detektor.fm/digital/destilliert-januar-2026-media-forward-fund Hier könnt ihr uns bei Steady unterstützen: https://steadyhq.com/de/antritt/about Hier entlang geht's zu den Links unserer Werbepartner: https://detektor.fm/werbepartner/antritt ➡️ Artikel zum Nachlesen: https://detektor.fm/gesellschaft/antritt-lufti-aerodynamik-am-laufrad-mit-jens-kloetzer

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In dieser Folge widmen wir uns einem ziemlich heiklen und heiß diskutierten Thema: Sind manche Outdoor-Marken mehr Schein als Sein? Oder anders gefragt, zahlt man bei einigen Firmen vor allem für den Markennamen und bekommt dafür am Ende weder echte Qualität noch funktionale Vorteile?Wir sind dieser Frage einmal genauer auf den Grund gegangen. Dabei haben wir unter anderem festgestellt, dass die Margen teilweise ein Vielfaches der eigentlichen Herstellungskosten betragen können und dass es sich lohnt, genau hinzuschauen, welche Materialien tatsächlich verwendet werden. Dieses Phänomen ist natürlich nicht nur in der Outdoorbranche zu finden. Besonders spannend sind hier jedoch die vielen kleinen Cottage Companies, die mit starken Innovationen und individuellen Lösungen den Markt ordentlich voranbringen. Andere Hersteller setzen dagegen eher auf Massenproduktion und günstigere Preise.Wichtig ist aus unserer Sicht vor allem eines: Beim Trekking und auf Abenteuertouren gibt es durchaus Einsatzbereiche, in denen ein echtes Premium-Produkt sinnvoll, oder sogar notwendig, sein kann.Wir hoffen, euch hat die Folge gefallen, und freuen uns wie immer auf eure Meinungen und Erfahrungen zu diesem Thema in den Kommentaren!Links aus der Folge:Roberts Rothaarsteig-Video: https://youtube.oia.bio/niosjLIteway X2 Zelt: https://liteway.equipment/x2-tentLundhags Padje Rucksack: https://lundhags.com/de/guide/backpack-guides/padje-ultralight-backpackWasser-Zelt: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DM67iEVCcgK/?igsh=d29mMmg5dHJzY2txHydroMount Halter: https://www.tailfin.cc/product/accessories/hydromount/?v=5f02f0889301Unsere Social Media Auftritte könnt ihr hier finden:Roberts YouTube-Kanal: https://www.youtube.com/@RobertKlinkOTZeltgespräche auf YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Zeltgespr%C3%A4cheRoberts Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robertklink.de/Sebastians Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sebas_23

Im finnischen Oulu herrscht monatelang Frost. Für Pekka Tahkola ist die Stadt „Winter Cycling Capital of the World“. Was macht Oulu dafür? (00:00:00) Begrüßung (00:05:06) Welthauptstadt des Winterradelns (00:11:27) Verschiedene Straßenklassen (00:13:37) Kostenfrage (00:15:16) Oulus Geschichte als fahrradfreundliche Stadt (00:18:27) Wer fährt im Winter Rad in Oulu? (00:23:47) Radkleidung in Oulu (00:25:24) Oulu nahe dem Polarkreis (00:32:11) Winter Cycling Federation (00:36:32) Deine Leidenschaft fürs Winterradeln (00:40:09) Welche Räder fährst du? (00:42:27) Langstreckenfahren (00:46:54) Verabschiedung (00:49:31) Musik: Rue Royal – In the Bleack Midwinter (Snow on Snow) Hier geht’s zum Video vom Schlittschuhradweg in Berlin: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ngCw3YxxMOg Hier geht’s zum Interview mit Pekka Tahkola beim Spiegel: https://www.spiegel.de/auto/fahrrad-im-winter-beim-schneeraeumen-zeigen-staedte-wen-sie-schuetzen-wollen-und-wen-nicht-a-5d9e47e9-2182-486b-8aaf-961c1733ee8b Hier könnt ihr uns bei Steady unterstützen: https://steadyhq.com/de/antritt/about Hier entlang geht's zu den Links unserer Werbepartner: https://detektor.fm/werbepartner/antritt ➡️ Artikel zum Nachlesen: https://detektor.fm/gesellschaft/antritt-pekka-tahkola-ueber-radfahren-im-finnischen-winter

This week's episode features a really thoughtful conversation with Claire Sharpe, a mountain bike instructor, community builder, and the founder of the Bristol Rally. It's a great listen if you're curious about bikepacking, interested in community-led events, or if you've ever talked yourself out of an adventure because you thought you weren't “ready” yet.In this episode, we talk about:Coming to cycling later in life and learning by doingHow community can be a gateway into bike adventureClaire's journey into mountain bike instruction and coaching with empathyWhy lived experience matters when helping others build confidenceThe Bristol Rally and how it's designed to feel welcoming and accessibleBreaking down barriers through inclusive event designRoute planning, rights of way, and riding with confidence in the UKMisadventures, muddy trails, hike-a-bike moments, and why they become the best storiesWhy you don't need to be “fit enough” before startingAll Terre (Claire's website): https://allterre.net/The Bristol Rally: https://allterre.net/the-bristol-rally/Follow Claire and her bikepacking projects via the links below:Instagram: @ClaireSharpe, her website - All Terre. Check out her event - The Bristol Rally EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/STR Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee  Check out Old Man Mountain for the perfect way to carry gear on your bike. Support the showBuy me a coffee! I'm an affiliate for a few brands I genuinely use and recommend including:

In der dritten Folge lassen wir die oberflächlichen Trends mal beiseite und sprechen über das, was uns alle wirklich umtreibt: Wie passt ambitioniertes Radfahren eigentlich in einen normalen Alltag, ohne dass man dabei ausbrennt oder die Freude verliert?Wir teilen unsere ganz persönlichen Ansichten zu Themen, die oft zu kurz kommen:Der Kampf gegen den inneren Druck: Leona spricht offen darüber, wie schwer es ist, sich nicht ständig selbst zu fragen „Hast du heute genug gemacht?“ und warum Nichtstun manchmal die größte Herausforderung ist.Das Privileg Zeit: Wir reflektieren, wie privilegiert wir eigentlich sind, Training und Leidenschaft überhaupt in unseren Alltag integrieren zu können – und warum man den Respekt vor dem „normalen“ Radfahren ohne Leistungsgedanken nicht verlieren darf.Partnerschaft & Hobby: Ein ehrlicher Blick darauf, wie man große Rad-Träume mit Familie und Beziehung vereinbart, ohne dass einer auf der Strecke bleibt.Oberflächlichkeit der Rad-Bubble: Warum teure Bikes und Ausrüstung nichts über die tatsächliche Performance aussagen und warum mentale Stärke am Ende viel mehr zählt als jedes Gramm Carbon.Ernährungs-Check: Simon berichtet von seinem veganen Monat und wir diskutieren, ab wann die Auseinandersetzung mit dem Essen eigentlich „zu nerdig“ wird.Eine Folge für alle, die sich manchmal im Vergleichswahn von Social Media verlieren und eine Erinnerung daran suchen, worum es beim Radfahren eigentlich geht: Den Spaß an der Sache.Shownotes:Leona auf Instagram https://www.instagram.com/heimatnomadin/Simon auf Instagram https://www.instagram.com/simonpatur/Martin auf Instagram https://www.instagram.com/biketourglobal/Zur Umfrage "Alles für Radreise & Bikepacking": https://www.biketour-global.de/2026/02/01/umfrage-ausruestung-radreise-2026/

Seek Travel Ride has just turned three, and for this mid-week episode I wanted to do something a little different.Instead of a highlights reel, I'm sharing why this podcast exists in the first place, and what three years of conversations with bike adventurers from all over the world has taught me.In this episode we talk aboutWhy Seek Travel Ride has always been about experiences, not gearHow experience comes after you start, not beforeWhy you don't need to identify as a cyclist to travel by bikeChoosing your own adventure and letting go of comparisonRiding as transport and sustainabilityThe bike as a connector to people and culturesThe Seek Travel Ride community and the power of shared storiesI also share insights from a recent article by Alee Denham from CyclingAbout, which analysed years of Seek Travel Ride episodes to identify the best places in the world to travel by bike, based entirely on guest stories and lived experience. Very cool!  Listen to my previous episode with Alee here.Finally, I reflect on the community that has grown around the podcast, how it has helped people take their first adventures, and why that community is the reason Seek Travel Ride has made it to three years.Thank you for being part of the journey! EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/STR Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee  Support the showBuy me a coffee! I'm an affiliate for a few brands I genuinely use and recommend including:

Why does riding a bike feel like the purest way to experience the world?In this episode, I sit down with Mark Beaumont to talk about bike travel, wanderlust, and what he's learnt after spending two decades taking human powered adventures.Beyond his achievements as a world record holder, Mark also shares how his relationship with adventure has evolved over time. Why endurance is often more mental than physical, and how cycling reveals the gradual shifts between cultures, geography, and ways of life.We discuss the accountability in professional adventure, and the key differences between riding for yourself and riding for work. We also touch on how Mark's travels have shaped his work in sustainability, using his experience and platform to connect people, ideas, and projects that can create meaningful impact.If you're drawn to long rides, empty roads, and travel that prioritises experience over outcomes, this conversation will resonate. Check out Old Man Mountain for the perfect way to carry gear on your bike. Support the showBuy me a coffee! I'm an affiliate for a few brands I genuinely use and recommend including:

Maxi Dickerhoff liebt Mountainbikes und macht sich Sorgen. Denn Bikes ohne Motor spielen eine immer kleinere Rolle. Woran liegt’s? (00:00:53) Begrüßung (00:04:44) Die Sinnkrise des Mountainbikes (00:10:13) Welche Mountainbikes gibt es? (00:15:17) Fehlentwicklungen der letzten Jahre (00:17:46) Wie stehen Biobike und E-MTB zueinander? (00:20:26) Das Erfolgsrezept des E-Mountainbikes (00:23:07) Welche Rolle spielen Konflikte um Trails und Wege? (00:27:01) Gibt es überhaupt ein Problem? (00:31:05) Wie sieht die Zukunft des Mountainbikes aus? (00:34:20) Wie ist Maxi selbst unterwegs? (00:35:32) Was war Maxis liebstes Rad? (00:37:47) Was ist mit 32 Zoll? (00:38:51) Wie geht’s weiter? (00:40:40) Abmoderation und Verabschiedung (00:44:01) MUSIK: Motorpsycho – The Comeback Hier findet ihr Maxis Artikel „Ist das Mountainbike falsch abgebogen?“ auf bike-test.com: https://bike-test.com/mtb-industrie/ist-das-mountainbike-falsch-abgebogen/ Hier findet ihr den Artikel „Has Marketing Ruined Bikes?“ von Nic Morales auf bikepacking.com: https://bikepacking.com/plog/has-marketing-ruined-bikes/ Hier geht’s zum Artikel „Warum verkümmert das Mountainbike?“ von Chris Spath auf mtb-news.de: https://www.mtb-news.de/news/mtb-verkaufszahlen-sinken/ Hier geht’s zu den Ursprüngen des Mountainbikes ins Marin Museum of Bicycling mit Charlie Kelly: https://detektor.fm/kultur/antritt-nerd-spezial-marin-museum-of-bicycling-mit-charlie-kelly Hier findet ihr die Antritt-Reportage aus dem Januar 2025 zu Natenom: https://detektor.fm/gesellschaft/antritt-gedenkausfahrt-fuer-andreas-mandalka-natenom Hier gibt es Informationen zur Gedenkfahrt für Natenom am 31.1. in Pforzheim: https://www.fahrradstadt-pforzheim.de/index.php/2025/12/19/natenom-gedenkfahrt-2026/ Hier könnt ihr uns bei Steady unterstützen: https://steadyhq.com/de/antritt/about Hier entlang geht's zu den Links unserer Werbepartner: https://detektor.fm/werbepartner/antritt ➡️ Artikel zum Nachlesen: https://detektor.fm/gesellschaft/antritt-maxi-dickerhoff-ueber-die-identitaetskrise-des-mountainbikes

What is it really like to bikepack the Tour Aotearoa on New Zealand's North Island? In this midweek episode, Rebecca Gross shares her experience riding the TA, including the Timber Trail, Warm Showers hospitality, lush North Island scenery, and how well the route is managed with clear detours for trickier sections.If you are planning your own TA ride or curious about what makes this route so unique, Rebecca's update offers up great practical insight into terrain, logistics, the NZ Bike Adventure community, and what to expect when riding the trail.Later in the episode I also share where our Seek Travel Ride listeners on Instagram are planning to ride in 2026 Also be sure to check out the  Snailblazers events happening in Ireland by @SnailBlazers.cc - You can sign up for more info about them via their contact form. Check out Old Man Mountain for the perfect way to carry gear on your bike. Support the showBuy me a coffee! I'm an affiliate for a few brands I genuinely use and recommend including:

Radfahren ist mehr als nur Fortbewegung – es ist Entdeckung, Genuss und manchmal auch eine kleine Reise zu sich selbst. In dieser Podcastfolge nimmt uns Armin Herb mit auf genau solche Reisen: auf einige der schönsten und legendärsten Radtouren in Deutschland und Österreich. Im Mittelpunkt der Folge stehen bekannte und weniger bekannte Routen: von der Via Claudia Augusta als sanfte Alpenüberquerung über beeindruckende Abschnitte rund um Garmisch-Partenkirchen bis hin zu echten Klassikern wie dem Tauernradweg. Armin teilt seine persönlichen Eindrücke, erklärt, warum manche Strecken in einer bestimmten Richtung besonders reizvoll sind und weshalb Genuss und Landschaft für ihn immer wichtiger sind als sportliche Höchstleistungen.

What would you do if you suddenly had four months free to take a bike adventure? For London-based outdoors lover Anna Ruddiman, the answer was simple: buy a touring bike off Facebook Marketplace, catch a ferry to Spain with her girlfriend Fran, and start pedalling east across Europe.In this episode, Anna shares how that idea turned into a four-month ride through 11 countries, wild heatwaves, Balkan backroads and dreamy alpine passes. Along the way they wild camped in secluded spots, rerouted around wildfires, dodged territorial shepherd dogs, and survived on a heroic amount of pesto pasta.We cover: • The serendipity of both losing work & suddenly having time • Buying second-hand touring bikes for the trip • Why rigid planning doesn't work for long bike travel • Ferry crossings, river valleys & heatwaves • The wild camping learning curve (and mysterious eyes in the dark…) • Mechanical drama & flat tyres in Albania • The shepherd dogs outside Athens that forced a 60 km detour • Finishing the trip in Turkey and what comes next • Why comparison steals the joy from adventureRoute Highlights: UK → Spain → France → Italy → Slovenia → Croatia → Bosnia → Montenegro → Albania → Greece → TurkeyFollow Anna on Instagram - @annaruddimanMusic Pick: Anna adds “Oysters In My Pocket” by Royal Otis to the Seek Travel Ride playlist. Check out Old Man Mountain for the perfect way to carry gear on your bike. Support the showBuy me a coffee! I'm an affiliate for a few brands I genuinely use and recommend including:

Durch Ventile strömt Luft in den Fahrradreifen und bleibt darin, damit der Druck stimmt. Wie sind sie aufgebaut und was unterscheidet die Systeme? (00:00:52) Begrüßung (00:03:17) Klingeln bei Klötzer: Ventile (00:06:49) Vielfalt der Ventile am Fahrrad (00:09:22) Dunlop- oder Blitzventil (00:11:36) Schrader- oder Autoventil (00:13:49) Sclaverand-, Presta- oder französisches Ventil (00:19:49) Neue Aufgaben für Ventile (00:24:16) Ventile mit mehr Durchsatz (00:27:14) Ventile an Kunststoffschläuchen (00:31:06) Clik Valve und CoreCap (00:36:45) Welches Ventil wird sich durchsetzen? (00:39:27) Auf welches System soll man setzen? (00:41:45) Ventiltipps und Ventilkappen (00:49:37) Abmoderation und Verabschiedung (00:51:05) MUSIK: Air – The Vagabond Hier könnt ihr uns bei Steady unterstützen: https://steadyhq.com/de/antritt/about Hier entlang geht's zu den Links unserer Werbepartner: https://detektor.fm/werbepartner/antritt ➡️ Artikel zum Nachlesen: https://detektor.fm/gesellschaft/antritt-klingeln-bei-kloetzer-ventile

The Outdoor Adventure Series welcomes Teddy Bloom, a cyclist, civil rights and free speech advocate, and the driving force behind the Ride 4 Rights—a cross-country bike tour and protest spanning over 3,700 miles from San Francisco to Washington, D.C.Join us as Teddy shares what motivated him to embark on this journey, blending his passion for cycling with urgent advocacy for justice, education, unity, and free speech. You'll hear firsthand accounts of the challenges and unexpected kindnesses he experienced on the road, insights into the starkly different perspectives he encountered across America, and the lessons he's bringing back to his community in Santa Fe, New Mexico.DISCUSSION00:00 "Immigration Concerns in New Mexico"05:24 "Ride for Rights Purpose"06:42 "Reflections on Free Speech Journey"11:41 "Bikepacking Gear and Setup"15:33 Bikepacking Challenges and Maintenance Tips17:03 "Support and Connections on Trail"21:56 "Division and Exhaustion in America"24:48 "Navigating Politics and Social Media"26:56 "Life on a Rigorous Schedule."31:54 "Zoning Out on the Road."34:54 "Educational Videos on Democracy & Cycling."38:44 "Promoting Hope and Civic Action."40:00 "Ride for Rights Journey."LEARN MORETo learn more about Teddy and his work, visit the Ride4Rights website at https://www.ride4rights.com/ or on these social sites:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ride4_rights/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Ride4RightsThreads: https://www.threads.com/@ride4_rightsNEXT STEPSVisit us at https://outdooradventureseries.com to like, comment, and share our episodes.KEYWORDSTeddy Bloom, Ride4Rights, Bikepacking, Free Speech, Civil Rights, Democracy, Outdoor Adventure Series, Podcast Interview, PodMatch#TeddyBloom #Ride4Rights #Bikepacking #FreeSpeech #CivilRights #Democracy #PodcastInterview #PodMatchMy Favorite Podcast Tools: Production by Descript Hosting Buzzsprout Show Notes by Castmagic Website powered by Podpage Be a Podcast Guest by PodMatch

In Part 2 of my conversation with Irish cyclist Tomas Mac An T-Saoir, we continue his nine-year journey around the world by bicycle. We begin in Syria and Afghanistan, where Tomas shares what it was like to travel through regions affected by conflict and have frank, human conversations with the people who live there. One powerful story includes an Afghan woman who was permitted by local authorities to guide him through her city, offering him a rare window into daily life under restrictive laws.From the Middle East, our conversation shifts right back to New Zealand, where this chapter of Tomas's journey actually began, and where Covid lockdowns meant he ended up staying far longer than he ever expected. His time in New Zealand eventually led to Australia,  and onward to Timor Leste and Indonesia, where he dealt with blistering heat, remote roads and even a major earthquake on the Indonesian side of Timor.We also explore something many long-term travellers quietly struggle with: finishing. After nine years of life on the road, how do you return home? What happens to your identity when the bike stops moving? And how do you make sense of everything you have seen and experienced along the way?If you are interested in bikepacking, long-term travel, culture, human stories and round-the-world cycling, this episode offers an honest look at both the extraordinary and the everyday parts of life on the road.Follow Tomas on Instagram - @anbotharfada

Tine Heil baut individuelle Taschen fürs Bikepacking. Mit Gramm Tourpacking ist sie Vorreiterin in Europa. (00:01:07) Begrüßung (00:05:00) Tines Weg zur Tourpacking-Tasche (00:16:04) Wie Tine ihre ersten Taschen entwickelt hat (00:20:24) Auf dem Weg zum Vollzeitjob (00:31:08) Von der Bestellung zur fertigen Tasche (00:42:30) Wie läuft eine Neuentwicklung? (00:54:32) Frustriende Seiten (01:00:14) Bananenpiraterie (01:06:24) Was wird sich in Zukunft entwickeln? (01:11:46) Verabschiedung und Verweis auf Gedenkfahrt Natenom (01:14:42) Musik: Sonic Youth – Kool Thing Hier geht’s zur Bespoked Folge aus 2025, in der es auch um die Gramm Diamond Bag geht: https://detektor.fm/gesellschaft/antritt-ausstellende-auf-der-rahmenbaumesse-bespoked-2025-im-gespraech Hier geht’s zur Reportage zu Natenom: https://detektor.fm/gesellschaft/antritt-gedenkausfahrt-fuer-andreas-mandalka-natenom Hier gibt es Informationen zur Gedenkfahrt für Natenom am 31.1. in Pforzheim: https://www.fahrradstadt-pforzheim.de/index.php/2025/12/19/natenom-gedenkfahrt-2026/ Hier könnt ihr uns bei Steady unterstützen: https://steadyhq.com/de/antritt/about Hier entlang geht's zu den Links unserer Werbepartner: https://detektor.fm/werbepartner/antritt ➡️ Artikel zum Nachlesen: https://detektor.fm/gesellschaft/antritt-tine-von-gramm-tourpacking-ueber-taschen-fuers-fahrrad

Tine Heil baut individuelle Taschen fürs Bikepacking. Mit Gramm Tourpacking ist sie Vorreiterin in Europa. (00:01:07) Begrüßung (00:05:00) Tines Weg zur Tourpacking-Tasche (00:16:04) Wie Tine ihre ersten Taschen entwickelt hat (00:20:24) Auf dem Weg zum Vollzeitjob (00:31:08) Von der Bestellung zur fertigen Tasche (00:42:30) Wie läuft eine Neuentwicklung? (00:54:32) Frustriende Seiten (01:00:14) Bananenpiraterie (01:06:24) Was wird sich in Zukunft entwickeln? (01:11:46) Verabschiedung und Verweis auf Gedenkfahrt Natenom (01:14:42) Musik: Sonic Youth – Kool Thing Hier geht’s zur Bespoked Folge aus 2025, in der es auch um die Gramm Diamond Bag geht: https://detektor.fm/gesellschaft/antritt-ausstellende-auf-der-rahmenbaumesse-bespoked-2025-im-gespraech Hier geht’s zur Reportage zu Natenom: https://detektor.fm/gesellschaft/antritt-gedenkausfahrt-fuer-andreas-mandalka-natenom Hier gibt es Informationen zur Gedenkfahrt für Natenom am 31.1. in Pforzheim: https://www.fahrradstadt-pforzheim.de/index.php/2025/12/19/natenom-gedenkfahrt-2026/ Hier könnt ihr uns bei Steady unterstützen: https://steadyhq.com/de/antritt/about Hier entlang geht's zu den Links unserer Werbepartner: https://detektor.fm/werbepartner/antritt ➡️ Artikel zum Nachlesen: https://detektor.fm/gesellschaft/antritt-tine-von-gramm-tourpacking-ueber-taschen-fuers-fahrrad

Kara Folkerts doesn't fit in any boxes. She's a trail running guide, bikepacker, and has lived a nomadic life for the past ten years.In this conversation, Kara opens up about identity, life on the road, and the freedom that comes with allowing yourself to change. We talk about sustaining a nomadic lifestyle, run travel, bike travel, solo adventures, and bikepacking with a partner. She also shares what's next — upcoming trips to Oman and Morocco, and her first ultra bikepacking race later this year.Follow Kara's adventures: @karafolkerts Follow Mel on Instagram: @melwwebbFollow Detours on Instagram: @detourscyclingFollow Albion on Instagram: @albion.cyclingUse code DETOURS15 to get 15% off your next order from AlbionIf you love this show please consider pledging your support to sustain producing this show: https://buymeacoffee.com/detourspodcast

In dieser Episode spreche ich mit Luisa Werner darüber, wie Bikepacking nicht nur im Urlaub, sondern mitten im Alltag Platz findet.Wir sprechen über:Microadventures vor der HaustürOvernighter trotz Job & AlltagSpontan losfahren statt lange planenWarum kleine Auszeiten oft genauso wertvoll sind wie große ReisenLuisa zeigt, dass Abenteuer keine Wochen brauchen – manchmal reicht eine Nacht, ein freier Abend oder einfach der Mut, das Sofa stehen zu lassen.Viel Spaß!Shownotes:Luisa auf Instagram https://www.instagram.com/luisasophiewer/ BiketourGlobal Instagram https://www.instagram.com/biketourglobal/BiketourGlobal im Web https://www.biketour-global.de/

This week I'm sharing a recap from our recent live shows which were held in Melbourne with guests Emily Hulbert, Fergal Guihen, and David McCourt. We  discuss tips on facing fears head on, wild camping, and the importance of leaning into adventure during these long kind of travel journeys. The kindness of strangers shines throughout our panelists stories and Em Hulbert also shares her perspective of travel as a solo female.Want to hear my full length episodes with these guests? check them out below:Emily HulbertFergal Guihen - Part 1 and Part 2David McCourt - Part 1 and Part 2You can also follow them on their social media channels belowEmily Hulbert -@emhulbertFergal Guihen - @Rossie_to_AussieDavid McCourt - @longwayhome__2022 Check out Old Man Mountain for the perfect way to carry gear on your bike. Support the showBuy me a coffee! I'm an affiliate for a few brands I genuinely use and recommend including:

Ever wanted to go on a bike adventure that takes you from one side of the world to the other? Which countries would you choose to travel to? How do you decide where to go? Well this week I speak with Irish adventurer Tomas Mac An T-Saoir to hear all about his incredible travels across the last decade. Follow Tomas on instagram to see where his future adventures take him: @anbotharfadaOther guests mentioned in this episode: Rebecca Lowe Check out Old Man Mountain for the perfect way to carry gear on your bike. Support the showBuy me a coffee! I'm an affiliate for a few brands I genuinely use and recommend including:

Radverkehr im ländlichen Raum ist anders als in der Stadt. Isabell Gall vom ADFC Sachsen kennt die aktuellen Entwicklungen. (00:00:40) Begrüßung (00:05:14) Gespräch mit Isabell Gall vom ADFC Sachsen (00:06:04) Was macht eine Referentin für Radfahren im ländlichen Raum? (00:12:41) Politische Veränderungen der letzten Jahre (00:26:34) Gibt es positive Entwicklungen? (00:33:31) Warum braucht es eine laute Stimme für den Radverkehr? (00:41:27) Sind Jugendliche die besseren Verkehrsplaner? (00:50:57) Was wünscht sich Isabell für 2026? (00:54:13) Verabschiedung (00:54:50) Musik: Angel Haze – Icu! Hier geht’s zu unserer Jahresabschlussfolge 2023 mit Isabell: https://detektor.fm/gesellschaft/antritt-radfahren-im-laendlichen-raum Hier könnt ihr uns bei Steady unterstützen: https://steadyhq.com/de/antritt/about Hier entlang geht's zu den Links unserer Werbepartner: https://detektor.fm/werbepartner/antritt ➡️ Artikel zum Nachlesen: https://detektor.fm/gesellschaft/antritt-isabell-gall-vom-adfc-ueber-fahrradinfrastruktur-im-laendlichen-raum

Ever wanted to cycle in Kyrgyzstan? Well this week adventurer Olly Hargreaves is going to take us on his cycle tour and let us know what it's like to actually ride there. Goign up huge mountain passes, riding alongside the amazing Lake Issyk Kul, Olly tells us all about it as he shares the moments cycling from Osh all the way across Kyrgyzstan and into Kazakhstan, ultimately finishing in Almaty. You can follow Olly's adventures via his instagram account - @Sagas.of_Olly.Hargreaves Check out Old Man Mountain for the perfect way to carry gear on your bike. Support the showBuy me a coffee! I'm an affiliate for a few brands I genuinely use and recommend including:

What happens when two bike adventurers meet outside a supermarket in Turkey, buy a kebab, and end up riding more than half the world together?I sat down with Jamie Hargreaves and Malachi Francis just days after they rolled into the Sydney Opera House, for an in person interviewWe talk about how fast friendships form on the road, the reality behind the hardest days, and why some of the most miserable moments become the most meaningful in hindsight. Jamie reflects on following in his dad Phill's tyre tracks decades later, Malachi opens up about dealing with setbacks on the road and  together they talk about what it really means to share a journey this big.From cycling through Turkey, Nepal, and Central Asia to sleeping in toilets, carrying bikes to base camp, and rolling into the Sydney Opera House together this episode is honest, reflective, and sure to make you laugh.Listen to the previous episodes with both Jamie and Malachi here:Malachi Francis - Ep 102Jamie Hargreaves - Ep 107Jamie and Malachi - Ep 126 - Himalayan ChallengePhill Hargreaves Part 1 and Part 2Follow them on Instagram - @J.A.hargreaves @Malachi_Cycles Check out Old Man Mountain for the perfect way to carry gear on your bike. Support the showBuy me a coffee! I'm an affiliate for a few brands I genuinely use and recommend including:

Kein Antritt ohne Audio Producer: Stanley Baldauf erklärt, wie er bei detektor.fm Podcasts produziert. Außerdem: Wie das Fatbike entstand. (00:00:38) Begrüßung (00:01:10) Audio Producer Stan zu Gast (00:21:58) Reportage: Mit dem Fatbike durchs Erzgebirge (00:31:15) Wie Nilêm Boblyč das Fatbike erfand (00:36:36) MUSIK: Pere Ubu – The Wire Hier geht's zur Fatbike-Reportage aus 2015: https://detektor.fm/gesellschaft/antritt-fatbikes-im-schnee Hier könnt ihr uns bei Steady unterstützen: https://steadyhq.com/de/antritt/about Hier entlang geht's zu den Links unserer Werbepartner: https://detektor.fm/werbepartner/antritt ➡️ Artikel zum Nachlesen: https://detektor.fm/gesellschaft/audio-producer-stanley-baldauf-und-fatbike-bonus

This week I'm sharing some of my own riding adventures - specifically ones I took just a few days ago over Christmas. I was camped by the Ovens River near Bright in Victoria, and I enjoyed some fantastic riding. This included a memorable cycle to The Horn, a lookout located 11kms further on from Mount Buffalo in Victoria. It's a climb I'd dreamt of riding for over a decade, and I'm sharing my experience of that ride now with you.If you are interested in learning more about the riding around this area of Victoria, check out - Ride High Country, which is a great site for planning out your own stays.For those in Melbourne get yourself tickets to our upcoming live shows:January 07 - Antique Bar, ElsternwickJanuary 08 - Moondog Wild West, FootscraySupport the showBuy me a coffee! I'm an affiliate for a few brands I genuinely use and recommend including:

Claire Wyatt returns for part two of her Mongolia to UK journey, sharing her experiences of cycling across winter roads, what it's like to hear wolves outside your tent in the night,the illness that put her in hospital and nearly ended her ride half way through and dreamy cycle routes through Northern Italy. Claire also offers up practical advice for anyone wanting to start out on their own bike adventure, from choosing kit that actually matters - spoiler alert you'll want to get yourself some gardening gloves! - to how she plans out her routes. This is part 2 of my conversation with Claire - listen to part 1 here.Follow Claire's future adventures via her instagram - @exploringbybicycleCheck out the Cycplus tiny e-Pumps and use the code STR for a 5% discount Support the showBuy me a coffee! I'm an affiliate for a few brands I genuinely use and recommend including:

Vali Höll is in the midst of one of the most dominant runs we've seen in World Cup DH racing, taking her third consecutive overall title and fourth consecutive World Championships win in 2025. And she did it despite her team, the YT Mob, shutting down mid-season amidst YT's ongoing financial struggles. Vali joins us to tell the story of her season, what happened with the Mob, how she pressed on regardless, how she ended up signing with Commencal for 2026, and a whole lot more.RELATED LINKS:Blister Mountain Bike Buyer's GuideBLISTER+ Get Yourself CoveredBlister Podcast Ep.388TOPICS & TIMES:The YT Mob & YT's insolvency (2:50)Team contracts & how the season unfolded (5:13)Racing after team funding was cut (18:11)Talks with other teams & moving to Commencal (23:45)Consistency & race results (25:25)Racing for a new contract & managing pressure (27:52)Bikepacking & gravel bikes (31:20)Vali's goals for 2026 (35:21)CHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS:Blister CinematicCRAFTEDGEAR:30Blister Podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I hope you're all having a wonderful holiday season! This week we're throwing it back to an episode recorded right around this time last year with the incredible Alexandera Houchin. It's one I've found myself listening to as I ramp up training for HT550 in May and every time I listen there is a new pearl of wisdom. I hope you enjoy and see you in 2026! *** When I think of women in bikepacking, Alexandera Houchin is one of the first people that comes to mind. She's raced the Tour Divide countless time and been a steadfast figure in encouraging more women to take on these big challenges. As an Indigenous woman and member of the Fond du Lac tribe, becoming a sponsored athlete, heck an athlete at all, was not necessarily a pathway she saw for herself growing up.She joins me on the podcast to share about her journey to the bike, and how she's made a career of this niche sport. We discuss what keeps her returning to these races year after year, her experiences navigating body image as someone with a bigger body, and how she's redefining what success looks like in this next chapter of her career. Alexandera shares incredible insights on community, representation, and how showing up with her full heart have shaped her path in bikepacking.Trigger Warning: We discuss topics related to body image and disordered eating between the 19:00 and 25:00 marks. If these are sensitive topics for you please feel free to skip this portion of the episode.To keep up with Alexandera's adventures follow her on Instagram @alexanderahouchin and read her writing on her SubstackAs always, if you loved this episode, please leave us a review, follow wherever you listen and share it with a friend. Even better you can make a one time pledge of your support and any funds raised go back into creating this show. Follow Mel on Instagram: @melwwebbFollow Detours on Instagram: @detourscyclingFollow Albion on Instagram: @albion.cyclingUse code DETOURS15 to get 15% off your next order from AlbionIf you love this show please consider pledging your support to sustain producing this show: https://buymeacoffee.com/detourspodcast

Guest Steven Cuthbertson takes us on a ride from Romania to the UK. He shares  the story of a 1,700 mile solo bike ride across Europe, ridden in support of a dog rescue charity that helped re-home his Romanian Shepherd dog, Stella.Steve's journey begins in Romania, at the very kennels where Stella once lived, before heading west through Hungary, Austria, Germany, the Netherlands, and finally back to the UK. Along the way, he follows parts of the EuroVelo network,  adapts his route when plans change, and discovers just how important flexibility can be on a long ride.You can read about the full adventure in Steven's book - Going to the Dogs Check out the Cycplus tiny e-Pumps and use the code STR for a 5% discountSupport the showBuy me a coffee! I'm an affiliate for a few brands I genuinely use and recommend including:

Claire Wyatt shares what it was like to be Cycling solo from Mongolia all the way back home to the UKWe also candidly discuss the reality of life on the road beyond the highlight reels. Riding through torrential rain for days. Camping in flooded fields. Battling extreme cold in Mongolia and brutal heat across Europe. Facing fear, self doubt, and the weight of other people's worries. And learning to enjoy the hard moments just as much as the good ones.We cover:What it felt like to leave Mongolia and ride into remote wildernessThe reality of bad days on long bike journeysRiding through extreme weather and harsh conditionsManaging fear and other people's concerns as a solo womanActs of kindness that kept Claire moving forwardRoute decisions from Central Asia through EuropeA last minute decision to cycle across the PamirsThe mental shift that happens once you finish a long-held dreamPost-adventure blues and the power of micro adventuresWhy nature and solitude matter so much after coming homeCheck Claire out on Instagram via : @exploringbybicyclePrevious episodes with Claire;Cycling Across Australia Part 1Cycling Across Australia Part 2Cycling Across SE Asia Other guests mentioned in this episode:Terri JockerstLaura BastioliEm HulbertCheck out the Cycplus tiny e-Pumps and use the code STR for a 5% discount Support the showBuy me a coffee! I'm an affiliate for a few brands I genuinely use and recommend including:

This episode is a little different. For the final episode of the year, the roles are reversed as Detours alum and journalist Hélène Fromenty steps into the host seat, turning the mic back on Mel Webb, creator and host of the Detours podcast.Together, we reflect on a wild 2025 and what the year really looked like behind the scenes of Detours — from building and sustaining an independent cycling podcast, to working on the ground with the Mountain Races, to navigating a complicated relationship with cycling during a season when riding took a back seat.We talk about imposter feelings, representation in bikepacking and ultra-distance race coverage, creative sustainability, and the ongoing balance between personal goals and creating work that serves a wider community. Follow Mel on Instagram: @melwwebbFollow Detours on Instagram: @detourscyclingFollow Albion on Instagram: @albion.cyclingUse code DETOURS15 to get 15% off your next order from AlbionIf you love this show please consider pledging your support to sustain producing this show: https://buymeacoffee.com/detourspodcast

This week Rebecca Gross is sharing an update from her journey which will take us to South Korea and Japan. She lets us know what the infamous Four Rivers Route in South Korea was like to cycle on, as well as what she loved about riding in Japan - hint it's all about the onsens!Rebecca also shares a mini solo adventure she took while in South Korea, one which made her realise what she was capable of. Be sure to follow Rebecca's adventure via her instagram channel - @Rebecca_grbCheck out the Cycplus tiny e-Pumps and use the code STR for a 5% discountSupport the showBuy me a coffee! I'm an affiliate for a few brands I genuinely use and recommend including:

Robbie Danger Webb shares their experiences of becoming the first openly trans person to cycle around the world. During the episode we learn how Robbie first got into bike travel, their experience gained from riding in their first event, the Tour Aotearoa in New Zealand, and then how they went all in on the world record ride itself.We get into the highs and lows of this record breaking ride, and the realities of setting off to be the first openly Trans Person to do this.  Robbie shares how they found community all over the world, dealt with the setback of getting hit by a car while in the U.S.A, and how the world isn't as scary as it may seem to be. Be sure to follow Robbie's future adventures via their instagram @DirtDropRobbieCheck out the Cycplus tiny e-Pumps and use the code STR for a 5% discount Support the showBuy me a coffee! I'm an affiliate for a few brands I genuinely use and recommend including:

Guests Luke Fowler and Sam Edder share what it's been like on their bikepacking adventure from Vietnam to Spain.  The two friends, better known as The Garbage Bag Boys  have certainly chosen to take on some of the most challenging routes. Their journey so far has taken them through the punchy Ha Giang Loop and almost broke them as they pushed headfirst into the punishing winds of the Gobi Desert. They've also taken on the Tian Shan Traverse and the Celestial Divide routes, as well as the Caucasas Crossing. I spoke to them while they were in Greece about to head into the final part of the journey.This trip has been full of adventures, from surviving a roof-ripping storm in a derelict shack to pushing their bikes through deep sand for hours on end, Luke and Sam share brutally honest stories of hardship, freedom, privilege, wild landscapes, and the lessons they're gathering along the way.Together we talk about:Hitchhiking across IndiaHow two student paramedics decided to ride across the worldThe storm that tore the roof off their shelterThe emotional weight of travel, privilege & storytellingThe Gobi Desert and why it's a place they never want to ride againWhat brings meaning to long-term human-powered travelHow their perspectives have shifted along the journeyWhy discomfort is equal parts addictive and transformativeFollow their adventures via their instagram - @GarbageBagsBoysCheck out the Cycplus tiny e-Pumps and use the code STR for a 5% discount Support the showBuy me a coffee! I'm an affiliate for a few brands I genuinely use and recommend including:

Bicycle touring numbers feel like they're down—fewer loaded panniers on the road, Adventure Cycling Association facing major financial headwinds, and a lot of long-time tourers quietly aging out. But is touring actually in decline, or is it just shifting into something that looks different—like bikepacking, gravel, and shorter, more flexible trips? In this episode I dig into Adventure Cycling's recent membership and financial update, talk through generational and economic trends, and explore whether we're seeing the end of an era… or just the end of one version of it. Is Bicycle Touring in Decline? What the ACA Letter Tells Us Recent email to ACA membership on a vote regarding selling their building in Missoula Membership down from almost 40,000 in 2023 to about 18,000 today. Donations down. Demand for guided tours has softened. Sales of maps/routes have dropped with free digital tools and GPS routes everywhere. Their diagnosis Members aging out of cycling. Some people don't feel enough value in a paid membership. Travel patterns are changing; inflation and costs are up; maybe fewer people committing to long guided tours. The building sale piece: ACA can sell their big, underutilized Missoula headquarters for ~$2.55M, then lease back just the space they need. The goal is to buy a "runway" of a few years to rebuild membership and modernize programs (digital experience, routes, tours, events). This is serious—membership halving in a couple of years is not a blip. But this is one institution. It's a single data point, not the whole story. Is ACA's Crisis Proof That Touring Is Dying? Possible "touring is in trouble" interpretation: If the biggest U.S. touring org is shrinking, maybe demand really is falling. Fewer people willing to pay for routes, maps, and guided tours could indicate less interest in traditional loaded touring. Alternative explanations: Value perception problem: If you can download GPX routes for free, people might not feel like they need a membership. Younger riders may not connect with a membership model or a print magazine in the same way. Business model problem vs. touring problem: Guided tours and paper maps are specific products. Those can decline even if DIY touring thrives. If a streaming-era kid doesn't buy DVDs, it doesn't mean movies are dead—just that the business model changed. Same question here: is ACA Blockbuster, or are movies in trouble? The Aging Out Effect The ACA explicitly mentions aging out of cycling. Talk through generational dynamics: A lot of classic touring energy came from the boomers and older Gen X. Long, multi-week tours require time, health, and often retirement or very flexible work. People aging out doesn't necessarily mean the activity is dying, but: If younger generations aren't replacing those numbers, you get a visible decline. Touring can look intimidating: expensive gear, big time commitments, safety fears. Possible barriers for younger riders: Student debt, unstable housing, fewer long chunks of vacation, higher baseline anxiety around traffic and climate disasters (heat, smoke, extreme weather). The Rise of Bikepacking and Off-Road Travel Ttouring may just be changing costume: More folks are drawn to bikepacking and gravel: lighter gear, off-road routes, "adventure" branding. Social media and brands push a certain aesthetic: frame bags, dirt roads, epic photography. Contrast vibes: Classic touring: fenders, racks, panniers, highways, small towns, campgrounds. Bikepacking: singletrack/doubletrack, BLM land, forest roads, more "expedition-y", often shorter but punchier trips. If someone is out for five days with bags on their bike, sleeping outside and moving every day… and we're calling that bikepacking instead of touring… did touring really decline, or did it just get relabeled? Is bikepacking now the umbrella term for bike adventuring? Is It Just a (pardon the pun) Cycle? Historical perspective: There was a big touring boom in the 1970s and again mini-waves around the early 2000s . We thought the 2020 COVID bike boom would impact things, but did it? Outdoor sports often rise and fall with the economy, culture, and media stories. Economic cycle: High inflation, higher travel costs, and general uncertainty can make long trips harder. At the same time, travel has become more fragmented: people take 3-day trips instead of 3-week odysseys. Cultural cycle: Right now, gravel and ultra-events (Unbound, etc.) get the headlines. Touring is slow and unsexy by comparison. Slow unsexy things tend to look "dead" for a while… until the next backlash against all the hype and burnout. We might be in the hangover phase after the COVID bike boom and a big cultural swing toward short, 'epic' experiences. Other Factors That Make Touring Feel Smaller Safety and traffic fears: distracted driving, speed, road rage, social media amplifying every horror story. Climate and weather extremes: heat domes, wildfire smoke, storms—touring has always danced with weather, but now the dice feel loaded. Information overload: paradoxically, infinite online info can make people freeze and not choose any tour. Shift to micro-touring: overnighters, weekend campouts, credit-card touring instead of epic cross-country runs. That looks less visible on the ACA radar but might be the real growth area. What ACA's Plan Signals About the Future Positive outlook: Selling an underused building to buy time to modernize could be a good sign. It's a choice to adapt instead of slowly bleed out. They're explicitly planning to invest in: More routes and route updates Digital and website improvements Stronger advocacy tools Expanded tours and member events The big question: Can an organization built around old touring models reinvent itself for a world of bikepacking, GPS, and dispersed, remote communities? Will they pivot toward being the hub for all forms of bike travel, not just pannier touring? Final Take: Is Touring Actually in Decline? Yes, in the classic sense. Fewer people paying for memberships, maps, and guided pannier tours. The touring demographic that built ACA is shrinking and aging. No, if you widen the definition. Bikepacking, mixed-surface, overnighters, and "ride-to-your-Airbnb" trips are essentially touring by another name. People are still traveling by bicycle; they're just doing it with different gear and routes. Mostly, it's in a messy transition. Legacy institutions and business models are under intense pressure. New formats (digital communities, route-sharing platforms, YouTube, social media) are where a lot of the energy lives now. The story isn't "touring is dying"—it's "touring is migrating." Go on any kind of bike trip—overnight, credit-card, dirt, paved, doesn't matter. Support whichever orgs, creators, or communities actually help them get out the door (ACA, local groups, creators, etc.). If you're an ACA member, vote on the building sale by November 24. Whatever side you land on it seems like this will likely define things for ACA for the next several years. •Bike touring has always been a niche. The question isn't whether the niche survives—it's what form it takes for the next generation. And we all get to shape that.

In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, we are joined by Kenneth Pararo, known on trail as Moron. This is a podcast we've been wanting to make happen for several years now, and let me tell you, it does not disappoint. Moron is a thru-hiker, long-distance cyclist, philosopher, hopeless romantic, futurist, and most importantly, just a real solid hang.  We learn about why he's all in on AI- as evidenced by him riding cross country rocking his Meta AI glasses, why he quit is corporate tech job to more permanently pursue adventure and experience, how he completed one AT thru-hike and quit another a couple hundred miles from the finish, turning it into an extended road walk to the Canadian border, only to turn around for some more road walking and eventually an extended bike ride, and how he plans his adventuring essentially one day at a time, letting fate largely guide his next move. We wrap the show with tips for safe and steamy tent sex, a contentious debate about using gas station bathrooms exclusively for a year for one million dollars, and the triple crown of people we just don't understand. Gossamer Gear: Check out the Type II collection at gossamergear.com.  Sawyer Products: Check out Sawyer's Cnoc collab at sawyer.com. [divider] Interview with Kenneth “Moron” Pararo Moron's Instagram Moron's Podcast Time stamps & Questions 00:04:12 - Apply to blog for the Trek, listen to our episodes ad-free on Patreon, and subscribe to Backpacker Radio on Youtube! 00:09:45 - Introducing Moron 00:11:28 - Tell us about getting sober 00:17:14 - Discussion about sleeping behind a pit toilet in Golden 00:19:05 - What are you up to right now? 00:21:40 - How do you pick roads to bike on? 00:24:40 - Who isn't Moron? 00:29:00 - Discussion about Moron's past girlfriends 00:34:20 - Has nature always been more noise than signal for you? 00:36:25 - Did you start the AT with any preconceived notion about how you'd feel about it spiritually? 00:37:50 - How do you pick what trails and routes you do? 00:40:15 - Where are the best cafes? 00:41:15 - What was your former profession? 00:47:20 - What are your thoughts about AI? 00:52:40 - Would you want to live forever? 00:55:30 - How do you stay comfortable on a bike? 00:57:00 - What are the benefits of bikepacking over hiking? 00:58:55 - How do you decide where to camp each night? 01:02:00 - Discussion about Moron's AI glasses 01:07:30 - Do you worry about any of the negative consequences of AI? 01:11:15 - Do you worry about the affordability of AI? 01:19:45 - How will AI influence nature and ecosystems? 01:23:30 - Let's talk about the Florida Trail! 01:29:40 - You've carried your bike while hiking? 01:30:30 - Why is your bike so heavy? 01:33:10 - Tell us about Trail Correspondents 01:37:45 - Do you like the sound of your own voice? 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