Podcasts about bikepacking

On this episode of The Dark Zone: An Adventure Racing Podcast, we shift gears—literally—with ultra-distance cyclist and adventure writer Meaghan Hackinen. From solo rides across continents to podium finishes at grueling endurance events, Meaghan brings a unique perspective on resilience, mindset, and the beauty of long days in the saddle. She shares stories from her global rides, lessons learned while pushing physical and mental limits, and what it means to find strong efforts in the midst of fatigue. Whether you're navigating a remote bike leg in a multi-day race or dreaming of your next expedition, Meaghan's insights are both inspiring and deeply grounded. Plus, we talk writing, racing, recovery, and the underrated magic of instant potatoes. Thank you for listening. If you like what you hear, please like, click, and subscribe on your streaming platform of choice. This helps spread the word about Adventure Racing and TDZ's role in elevating the sport. Remember - You Keep Racing, and We'll Keep Talking! Shownotes: Meaghan Hackinen - https://meaghanhackinen.com/book/The Buckshot - https://www.bcepic1000.com/buckshotTrans Am Bike Race - https://transambikerace.com/North Cape 4000 - https://northcape4000.com/North Cape-Tarifa - https://www.northcape-tarifa.com/Ozark Gravel Doom - https://www.ozarkgravelcyclists.com/doomTour Divide - https://tourdivide.org/about_the_routeAtlas Mountain Race - https://bikepacking.com/tracker/atlas-mountain-race-2025/Silk Road Mountain Race - https://www.themountainraces.cc/silk-road-mountain-raceHellenic Mountain Race - https://www.themountainraces.cc/hellenic-mountain-raceCaves and Coves TT - https://www.bikepackadventures.ca/bikepacking-routes/caves-and-coves-ittSponsor Links:American Himalayan Foundation - https://www.himalayan-foundation.org/

This week on the Regional Roundup, we'll hear stories about a 90-year-old javelin thrower who stole the show at the Colorado Senior Games, a grueling 350-mile bikepacking route through the Rockies, and a queer brass band from Salt Lake City that's celebrating Pride month.

Guest Ceri Belshaw first came to cycling as a way to cross train for fell running. She has since found a passion for off road bikepacking and you'll often find her in the backcountry in Wales seeking out adventurous routes to ride. She is also an avid photography and is currently writing Gravel Bike Wales and especially enjoys sharing the stoke for off road bikepacking with others. Follow Ceri's adventures - Instagram - @StillsByCeri and her personal website Get Onboard with the Water Cycle!Help deliver water filters to communities who need access to clean water. Send me an email or reach out to Em Hulbert directly via instagram - @EmHulbert so you can find out more. Support the showBuy me a coffee and help support the show!Follow us on Social Media!Instagram - @SeekTravelRideWebsite: Seek Travel RideFacebook - Seek Travel Ride Sign up to the Seek Travel Ride Newsletter Leave me a voicemail message Seek Travel Ride Music Playlist available now on both Spotify or Apple Music Thank you to RedShift Sports for supporting the show! - Check them out here

LA Bike Advocate and Altadena Town Councilmember Dorothy Wong on rebuilding her home and her town after the LA fires destroyed both (2:17). The "Born To Be Wild" bikepackers of Northampton High School reflect on their annual 4-day tour of Western Massachusetts (13:29). New York City is dragging cyclists to criminal court for minor and sometimes made up traffic infractions under a new anti-bike policy. Kevin Duggan, StreetsblogNYC journalist, has been doing in-depth reporting, and shares his insights with us (24:23). Streets For All, the Los Angeles advocates that brought us Healthy Streets LA, has merged with the San Francisco organization KidSafe SF, which fought for a car-free JFK Promenade and Golden Gate Park, transformed the Great Highway into Sunset Dunes Park, and made slow streets permanent. Robin Pam, Parent Organizer of KidSafe SF, tells us about becoming a chapter of Streets For All (40:17). Audio from the May 30 Critical Mass ride in Chicago, by Rick Rosales (50:32). Nebraska's Vulnerable Road User Bill has passed its final vote and heads to the Governor. If passed, LB530 will strengthen penalties for speeding or harming "Vulnerable Road Users," and require drivers to change lanes to pass when possible. By John Gibilisco (54:16).

Felix hat lang von einem Rennrad aus Titan geträumt. Dann hat er es bestellt. Wir sprechen darüber, ob sein Traum wahr geworden ist. (00:00:00) Begrüßung und englische Gespräche im Podcast (00:02:42) Das Rad meiner Träume – Felix träumt von Titan (00:05:43) Was hast du dir bestellt? (00:06:38) Der Reiz des 3D-Drucks (00:11:39) Der Weg zum Rad (00:16:59) Was muss das Rad können? (00:20:41) Vorfreude, Sorgen und Teilhabe am Prozess (00:24:37) Der Moment der Wahrheit (00:27:44) Das Problem beim Anodisieren (00:29:46) Wie fährt sich das Fahrrad? (00:31:47) Wie zukunftssicher ist das Rad? (00:33:39) Wovon träumt man nach dem Traumrad? (00:41:11) GHOSTWOMAN – Along Hier könnt ihr unsere Reportage von der Rahmenbaumesse Bespoked hören: „Das generiert Gänsehaut“ 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-rad-meiner-traeume-felix-traeumt-von-titan

Reach out and touch us: shiftlesslive@gmail.comThis podcast kicks off with lighthearted banter before diving into a detailed discussion about the Chef's Kiss Bikepacking Weekend. Hosts Kevin and Brad talk about the planning and execution of their bikepacking trip, touching on various aspects like route decisions, weather conditions, and camping arrangements. They elaborate on the food preparations, from breakfast tacos with homemade salsa to a miso sea bass dinner. Despite some challenges such as heat, unexpected poison ivy, and logistical hurdles, the weekend is deemed a success. The episode concludes with a reflection on what worked, what didn't, and considerations for future events.00:00 Introduction and Inside Jokes00:46 Morning Banter and Personal Updates01:58 Weather Report and Recording Setup03:03 Bike Packing Weekend Overview03:31 Truck Troubles and Battery Issues07:24 Chef's Kiss Bike Packing Weekend Recap09:52 Camping Setup and Friday Night34:44 Saturday Morning Breakfast and Ride41:33 General Store Memories42:20 Weather and Wildlife Encounters46:25 Ponderosa Guest Ranch Arrival48:45 Saturday Evening Festivities01:00:36 Sunday Morning and Final Thoughts

Stephen Fitzgerald is a husband, father, owner of Rodeo Labs, and accomplished cyclist. When time allows he's been known to dabble in gravel and ultra cycling races. In 2020 he placed a respectable 19th in the Atlas Mountain Race. Building on that experience he signed up for Pinyon & Pines this year. It was a stacked field of experienced riders and Stephen found himself in the lead group for most of the ride. His goal was to be efficient and maintain forward progress. When the dust settled, Stephen's strategy paid off with his first win in an ultra cycling event. Since this was Stephen's first time on the podcast I also took the opportunity to get to know him better and, of course, talk about his work with Rodeo Labs. Rodeo Labs was founded in 2014 with a fresh take on the gravel bike which quickly gain popularity within the adventure cyclists community. For Pinyon & Pines Stephen rode a prototype Show Pony, a mtb that they are currently developing in the USA. Stephen's influence in the adventure cycling community cannot be overlooked. Whether on the bike or from within the walls of their Denver, where Rodeo Labs is based, his passion for cycling and the outdoors is infectious. It was a true pleasure to have him on the podcast. EPISODE SPONSORS  Central Texas Showdown – Registration open now! Use code “bikesordeath” to get $20 off registration. New Patrons Kimberly Join us won't you at www.Patreon.com/BikesorDeath

Emily Hulbert is on an incredible bike adventure with an extra sense of purpose. Her mission is called the Water Cycle and along her journey she is assisting remote communities in need of clean drinking water by delivering them water filtration units. This project was set up by Emily and her friend Shawnee Turner and its incredibly impactful.During the episode we also learn about some of the incredible adventures Em has enjoyed along the way. How she gave up life as a professional football player and has since set out on her incredible bike adventure. She's taken on the challenge of the Gibb River Road in Australia's West, crossed through SE Asia, had an incredibly fulfilling time in China, and is now in Northeast India where her project on the water cycle continues to deliver. Want to help out with the water cycle - reach out to Emily via her instagram - @EmHulbert  and check out her GoFundMe page for more information here.Get Onboard with the Water Cycle!Help deliver water filters to communities who need access to clean water. Send me an email or reach out to Em Hulbert directly via instagram - @EmHulbert so you can find out more. Support the showBuy me a coffee and help support the show!Follow us on Social Media!Instagram - @SeekTravelRideWebsite: Seek Travel RideFacebook - Seek Travel Ride Sign up to the Seek Travel Ride Newsletter Leave me a voicemail message Seek Travel Ride Music Playlist available now on both Spotify or Apple Music Thank you to RedShift Sports for supporting the show! - Check them out here

Beim Fenderfest treffen sich Menschen, die Randonneure lieben. Peter Weigle ist einer ihrer wichtigsten Konstrukteure. (00:00:00) Einführung (00:04:01) Interview with Peter Weigle (in English) (00:08:13) How did Peter Weigle start building bikes? (00:19:24) Randonneuring bikes and transatlantic shifts (00:36:34) French Fender Day (00:50:29) Is Peter Weigle still taking orders? (00:51:33) Questions from the audience (01:07:45) Verabschiedung (01:10:47) Song of the week: Wild Nothing – Ride Hier geht’s zum Interview mit Fenderfest-Organisator Thomas Becker von Meerglas: Was sind die Untiefen des Rahmenbaus, Thomas Becker? Hier geht’s zum Gespräch über das Fenderfest 2024: Schutzbleche und Störche beim Fenderfest Hier geht’s zum jüngsten Antritt-Interview mit Jan Heine: Jan Heine über Randonneure und Frontgepäck 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-peter-weigle-ueber-rahmenbau-und-randonneure-beim-fenderfest

In Folge 103 unseres Outdoor-Podcasts „Zeltgespräche“ berichten wir wie gewohnt von unseren Abenteuern der letzten Wochen. Dieses Mal standen Camping zwischen den Dünen in den Niederlanden und eine Wanderung an den Osterseen im bayerischen Voralpenland auf dem Programm. In unserer Rubrik „Outdoor-News“ stellen wir euch unter anderem ein paar ultraleichte Spiele für entspannte Abende im Zeltlager vor.Der Schwerpunkt dieser Folge liegt auf dem Thema Regenkleidung beim Wandern. Was hilft wirklich bei Wind und Wetter? Wir diskutieren die verschiedenen Strategien, mit Regen umzugehen: Regenjacke, Poncho, Regenhose oder sogar ein Regenrock – alle Optionen haben ihre Vor- und Nachteile. Ein sehr wichtiger Punkt: Bei mehrtägigem Regen und hoher Luftfeuchtigkeit bleibt man selten komplett trocken. Deshalb ist es entscheidend, dass man trotz Nässe warm und komfortabel bleibt, vor allem die Schlafkleidung muss unbedingt trocken bleiben.Wir hoffen, dass euch diese Folge gefallen hat und euch bei der Entscheidung zwischen Regenjacke und Poncho unterstützen konnte. Schreibt uns gerne in die Kommentare: Wie begegnet ihr einer regnerischen Wanderung? Welche Regenkleidung hat sich für euch bewährt? Wir freuen uns auf eure Erfahrungen und Meinungen!Links aus der Folge:Roberts Norwegen Route: https://maps.app.goo.gl/yfBMyBFDVVWREBYB8Alpha Direct Hersteller: https://www.nalehko.cz/Helinox Spiele: https://helinox.eu/de/collections/playBikepacking Surf Video: https://bikepacking.com/plog/more-than-two-wheels-surfpacking-video/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

Janice Walrafen loves Bike Talk on WGDR in Vermont - a listener email (1:09). Summer bikepacking! Nick's Berkshires tour and Taylor's cross country plans (3:05). Are Waymo robotaxis safer than humans? And when AVs hit cyclists or pedestrians, who's liable? Our lawyer, Jim Pocrass, advises (6:49). The Consumer Protection Safety Commission regulates bikes and bike parts, and was working to standardize e-bike battery standards - until the Trump administration began trying to take away its status as an independent agency and transfer its functions to the Department of Health and Human Services (15:21). A Survey on sustainability and ebike commuting by Christophe Roncato Tounsi (21:05). Executive Summaries of Bike Advocacy Organizations: Trilby Cox of Bike Utah, Zoe Scott of Bike Walk Tennessee, Christina Erikson of Local Motion in Vermont, and Dave Simmons of Ride Illinois (36:11). A rundown of the California quick build and bike highway bills supported by CalBike with Policy Director Jared Sanchez (44:49).

Jens Klötzer hat ein Rad seiner Träume, wir sprechen als Auftakt einer neuen Serie darüber. Mit Steve geht’s per Klappi auf die Insel Cres. (00:00:00) Charlotte und Radfahren in Berlin (00:08:54) Das Rad meiner Träume mit Jens Klötzer (00:16:41) Warum willst du dieses Rad? (00:20:35) Unterscheidung zwischen Radkategorien (00:28:43) Charlottes Traumrad (00:32:28) Ausfahrt des Monats – Steve fährt mit Klappi an die Adria (00:34:01) Die Strecke (00:37:36) Die Klappräder (00:42:34) Stimmung bei und nach der Bergfahrt (00:45:11) Goni Pony (00:49:57) Bestes Pausenessen und Ankündigungen (00:57:53) Jungle – Smile Hier geht’s zum Gespräch mit Jacquie Phelan aus dem Sommer 2024: https://detektor.fm/gesellschaft/antritt-jacquie-phelan-ueber-mountainbikes-und-charlie-cunningham 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-rad-meiner-traeume-klappi-auf-die-insel-cres

In dieser Episode nehmen dich Mailin und Thorsten mit auf eine Reise voller Bikeabenteuer – zwischen Grachten, Gravel und ganz besonderen Begegnungen. Sie erzählen von ihren jüngsten Touren durch Holland, die Schweiz und Niedersachsen, teilen Erfahrungen, Herausforderungen und magische Momente auf dem Rad. Doch es kommt noch besser: Ein besonderes Radsport-Event wirft seine Schatten voraus – spektakulär, einzigartig und mit jeder Menge Gänsehaut-Potenzial. Was ein Flugplatz damit zu tun hat, warum ehemalige Radprofis plötzlich wieder im Trikot stehen und was dich als Zuschauer*in erwartet, erfährst du in dieser Podcast-Episode! Jetzt reinhören – für alle, die das Fahrrad lieben, das Fernweh spüren und Lust auf etwas Nervenkitzel und Radsport-Atmosphäre haben.

Ever wanted to go bikepacking in Morocco? Well we are featuring listener Kurt Werby who is preparing himself to do exactly that in October 2025. Kurt has kindly agreed to share his story and let us know what it is like in the lead up to taking this adventure, how he is preparing for his first bikepacking journey and what he is especially looking forward to. We will then be checking in with Kurt to see how the adventure unfolds. In the meantime you can also follow Kurt via his instagram account -  @kurtwerby Support the showBuy me a coffee and help support the show!Follow us on Social Media!Instagram - @SeekTravelRideWebsite: Seek Travel RideFacebook - Seek Travel Ride Sign up to the Seek Travel Ride Newsletter Leave me a voicemail message Seek Travel Ride Music Playlist available now on both Spotify or Apple Music Thank you to RedShift Sports for supporting the show! - Check them out here

Fancy taking on the Baja Divide? A bikepacking tour around Cuba or perhaps a ride along the Camino de Santiago? Well then you'll enjoy this chat with guest May Tettero, who has discovered how energising the world of off-road bikepacking can be.  We discuss May's journey from moving to Canada at age 13 and losing her cycling freedom, to finding it again decades later.  May shares what her first bikepacking experiences touring through Cuba were like, how she chose to bikepack the Camino de Santiago to process grief, and how she has come to tackling challenging routes like the Baja Divide. We also speak about overcoming ageism in bike packing, the therapeutic benefits of cycling, and how it's helped her to embrace the highs and lows of life.May has previously shared one day of her trip before for a mini episode of the podcast and you can listen to it here: Support the showBuy me a coffee and help support the show!Follow us on Social Media!Instagram - @SeekTravelRideWebsite: Seek Travel RideFacebook - Seek Travel Ride Sign up to the Seek Travel Ride Newsletter Leave me a voicemail message Seek Travel Ride Music Playlist available now on both Spotify or Apple Music Thank you to RedShift Sports for supporting the show! - Check them out here

Please make sure to click the 'Follow' the show - it really helps surface the show to a wider audience (which i thank you for!)What does it feel like to immersive in the landscape, to meet strangers with no barriers, to carry your home on your back and sleep under the stars? In this recap episode, adventurer and Desert Island Survival founder Tom Williams joins us to explore the raw intimacy of travel, from bike packing the Spanish coastlines to makeshift raft rides down the River Severn.LISTEN TO THE FULL EPISODE HERE Tom's passion isn't just for castaway survival—though that's his day job—it's for microadventures that anyone can begin. He shares his love for wild kayaking trips, inflatable river journeys, and a recent first-time bike tour across Spain. These aren't just travel stories. They're invitations to reconnect with our senses, our surroundings, and the strangers we meet along the way.And when it comes to giving back, Tom offers a deeply considered pay-it-forward: GiveDirectly (givedirectly.org), a nonprofit that sends money directly to people living in extreme poverty. No middlemen. No assumptions. Just trust in the agency of those who need it most. In Tom's words: “They don't lack motivation. They lack money.” You don't need to start with a grand escape. Begin with a weekend. Inflate a kayak. Ride your bike somewhere unknown. Share a meal with strangers. The more personal and low-to-the-ground the adventure, the more it opens you up. And as Tom puts it, “You smell the rosemary, you feel the landscape, and you can eat so much.”Resources & Guest Links:Tom Williams:Instagram: @tomwilliamsaloneWebsite: desertislandsurvival.comReferenced Charity:GiveDirectly: givedirectly.orgLearn more about the charity model: Doing Good Better by William MacAskillAdventure Mentions:Bike tour from Bilbao to ValenciaKayak microadventures in ChileSevern Estuary float trip (inspired by Alastair Humphreys' microadventure)Send us a textSupport the showThanks For Listening.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a comment and subscribe for more exciting content. Follow us https://linktr.ee/adventurediaries for updates. Have a topic suggestion? Email us at ideas@adventurediaries.com. AdventureDiaries.com#AdventureDiaries #AdventureStories #NationalGeographic #Discovery #NaturalWorld

In this episode we talk with Drew Raney about his adventure taking on the Stagecoach 400 bikepack race on a singlespeed!! Drew is also a P.E. teacher who does amazing work on a program "All Kids Bike" in which he teaches kids the skills, resilience and confidence that comes with biking! This is a super fun episode!! Thanks for coming on the show Drew! MORE FROM DREW RANEY: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/raneydayss/ All Kids Bike: https://allkidsbike.org/

Rick Zabel kommt aus einer Radsportfamilie und wird nach der Profikarriere Content Creator. Mit Jan Ullrich hat er einen neuen Podcast. (00:00:00) Intro (00:02:13) Begrüßung Rick Zabel (00:03:23) Warum „Ulle & Rick“? (00:07:07) Die Idee hinter „Ulle & Rick“ (00:11:00) Ricks Großvater Detlef Zabel (00:13:24) Opa Manni als „zweiter großer Papa“ (00:15:33) Entscheidung für den Radsport (00:21:59) Wieso wollte Rick Profi werden? (00:23:52) Einstieg in den Profiradsport (00:27:38) Einstieg ins Podcasting (00:29:54) Radsportkarriereende (00:33:29) Rick Zabel, der Content Creator (00:39:10) Was macht Rick Zabel 2026? (00:42:07) Die Zukunft des Radsports (00:46:55) Outro (00:48:31) Bodi Bill – I Like Holden Caulfield 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-rick-zabel-ueber-jan-ullrich-profikarriere-und-leben-als-content-creator

Ever wanted to go bikepacking in New Zealand? Well today's episode features listener Warwick Prewer sharing his experiences from a trip he took along the stunning Coromandel Peninsula on the North Island of New Zealand.Support the showBuy me a coffee and help support the show!Follow us on Social Media!Instagram - @SeekTravelRideWebsite: Seek Travel RideFacebook - Seek Travel Ride Sign up to the Seek Travel Ride Newsletter Leave me a voicemail message Seek Travel Ride Music Playlist available now on both Spotify or Apple Music Thank you to RedShift Sports for supporting the show! - Check them out here

Jörg erzählt uns im Podcast von seinen coolsten Bikepacking Reisen durch Europa und gibt Tipps für die eigene Umsetzung!

Ever wanted to take a bike tour from Europe to the Middle East? Listen to guest Jippee Witteveen who shares exactly what it was like for him doing this exact journey!Prior to this bike adventure Jippe had enjoyed hiking on the Camino but this was his first real long distance adventure on a bike and it's fair to say it was pretty transformative. You can follow Jippe's future adventures via his instagram account - @jippewitteveen and also read his blog posts via his website.Support the showBuy me a coffee and help support the show!Follow us on Social Media!Instagram - @SeekTravelRideWebsite: Seek Travel RideFacebook - Seek Travel Ride Sign up to the Seek Travel Ride Newsletter Leave me a voicemail message Seek Travel Ride Music Playlist available now on both Spotify or Apple Music Thank you to RedShift Sports for supporting the show! - Check them out here

Um Fahrräder schnell zu machen, testet man sie im Windkanal. Jens Klötzer sagt, wie das geht. Außerdem geht’s um Zugverlegung. (00:09:33) Jens erste Assoziation zum Windkanal (00:10:43) cW-Wert Wioederholung (00:11:22) Windkanal (00:16:33) Laminare Strömung (00:21:12) Unterschiedliche Aufbauten im Windkanal (00:25:32) Wie läuft eine Messung ab? (00:33:59) Seit wann macht ihr das und wie war die Entwicklung? (00:42:21) Überraschung aus dem Windkanal? (00:44:40) Lustigstes Windkanalerlebnis (00:51:45) Mai im Fahrradladen (00:53:44) Lukas Frage zu Bowdenzügen (00:54:58) Welche Zugverlegung ist wartungsärmer? (00:59:19) Die richtige Länge von Zughüllen (01:05:17) Zug in Plastikhülle? (01:06:50) Gedichtete Endkappen? (01:07:42) Was hat weniger Reibung? (01:11:40) Wie kürzt Christiane Züge und Hüllen? (01:15:38) Schmieren oder Ölen? (01:17:49) Wie sichert man Endkappen? (01:18:23) Wie oft Züge warten? (01:22:20) Mechanisch oder Flüssigkeit oder elektronisch? (01:28:18) Orla Gartland – Now What? 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-wie-ein-windkanal-funktioniert-wie-man-bowdenzuege-verlegt

Ever wondered what it would be like to go bike travelling for years at a time? What about over a decade? Well Polish adventurer Ewa Świderska,  has spent the past 11 years cycling across various regions including the historic Silk Road, Central Asia, Southeast Asia, and Europe.  Ewa shares her experiences of long-term solo travel as a woman, the impact on personal relationships, financial sustainability, and her unique approaches to overcoming challenges on the road. You can read more about Ewa's journey via her personal blog. Join me on the Seek Travel Ride Lightweight Bikepacking Tour!6 night - 5 day tour through the Pyrenees Foothills.Dates - June 28 - July 04Start and Finish: ToulouseCost €1550 per person twin shareFind Out more and Book Your Spot Here Support the showBeyond the Bike - Get Your Tickets and Join Me in London! Click for tickets to May 14 Click for tickets to May 15 Buy me a coffee and help support the show!Sign up to the Seek Travel Ride NewsletterFollow us on Social Media!Instagram - @SeekTravelRideWebsite: Seek Travel RideFacebook - Seek Travel RideLeave me a voicemail message Seek Travel Ride Music Playlist available now on both Spotify or Apple Music ...

Der Giro d’Italia startet in Albanien, Anna ist per Velogames dabei. Ende April hat sich der Junge ADFC gegründet, Bundesjugendsprecher Sebastian Vogel berichtet. (00:00:00) Schrebergärtner Christian (00:20:10) Anna über Velogames & Giro d’Italia (00:26:07) Annas Velogames-Team (00:30:04) Wie funktioniert Annas Liga? (00:35:22) Wer gewinnt den Giro d’Italia? (00:40:26) Sebastian Vogel über den jungen ADFC (00:43:15) Die Perspektive des jungen ADFC auf Verkehrspolitik (00:48:06) Warum braucht es einen jungen ADFC? (00:52:43) Arbeitsgruppen im jungen ADFC (00:58:07) Wie kann man mitmachen? (01:03:00) Nachgespräch (01:10:51) Dekker – Familiar Beats Hier geht’s zum Gartenradio, dem Garten-Podcast auf detektor.fm: https://detektor.fm/serien/gartenradio Hier geht’s zu Christians Lieblingsreportage beim Gartenradio: https://gartenradio.fm/11-sendungen/59-weiss-am-stil Hier geht’s zu unserer Folge mit Isabell Gall vom ADFC Sachsen zum Radfahren im ländlichen Raum: https://detektor.fm/gesellschaft/antritt-radfahren-im-laendlichen-raum Hier entlang geht's zu den Links unserer Werbepartner: https://detektor.fm/werbepartner/antritt >> Artikel zum Nachlesen: https://detektor.fm/gesellschaft/antritt-velogames-beim-giro-ditalia-junger-adfc-gegruendet

What's it like when you are on a long distance bike tour and things don't quite go as you'd like? Well this week I have another audio update from our intrepid bike travelling adventurer Rebecca Gross.Rebecca along with her partner Javi, left their home in Austria in March, headed for the Pamirs. This is Rebecca's first forray into long distance bike travel and she is sharing updates of her journey periodically.She and Javi have just left Turkey and have now entered Kurdistan.  Rebecca candidly shares the reality of the last few days, and a moment where she just wanted to give it all up and go home. You can follow Rebecca and Javi via their Instagram accounts - @Rebecca_GRB and @Hacker.Bikepacker Support the showBeyond the Bike - Get Your Tickets and Join Me in London! Click for tickets to May 14 Click for tickets to May 15 Buy me a coffee and help support the show!Sign up to the Seek Travel Ride NewsletterFollow us on Social Media!Instagram - @SeekTravelRideWebsite: Seek Travel RideFacebook - Seek Travel RideLeave me a voicemail message Seek Travel Ride Music Playlist available now on both Spotify or Apple Music ...

Als erster Deutscher will der 20-Jährige die Welt umradeln. Am 2.5.1895 bricht er zu der lebensgefährlichen Reise auf, ohne Geld. Er kehrt vermögend und berühmt zurück. Von Claudia Belemann.

Bike Ahead baut Carbonrahmen in Deutschland und entwickelt ein Gravelbike mit der Community. Henri Lesewitz spricht im Interview über das Projekt. (00:00:00) Willkommen zum Botanik-Podcast Antritt (00:01:39) Begrüßung Henri Lesewitz (00:04:07) Carbonrahmen in Deutschland (00:07:07) Wie wird ein Carbonrahmen hergestellt? (00:14:15) Community entwickelt mit (00:16:41) Wer ist die Community? (00:18:08) Wo konnte die Community mitreden? (00:23:02) Wie verhindert ihr einen „schlechten Kompromiss“? (00:24:46) Vorteile der Manufaktur (00:26:54) Welche Eigenschaften stehen fest? (00:29:41) Warum „Superfast“? (00:34:30) Wo wird man das Rad kaufen können? (00:38:15) Recycling von Carbonrahmen (00:41:30) Das schönste und das nervigste an dem Projekt (00:42:55) Von der Bike zu Bike Ahead (00:44:21) Der Fahrradjournalismus (00:52:23) Gravel Bike für Henri Lesewitz (00:58:43) Noga Erez – Not My Problem Hier geht’s zum Bike-Ahead-Blog zum Superfast: https://bike-ahead-composites.de/the-superfast.html#blog Hier geht’s zu unserem Beitrag von der Eurobike 2024, u.a. mit dem Gespräch mit Escape Collective Gründer Wade Wallace: „Eurobike ist mein Glastonbury“ Hier entlang geht's zu den Links unserer Werbepartner: https://detektor.fm/werbepartner/antritt >> Artikel zum Nachlesen: https://detektor.fm/gesellschaft/antritt-henri-lesewitz-ueber-carbonrahmenentwicklung-bei-bike-ahead-composites

In this episode, Jen and Dyana sit down with endurance athlete Nora Fierman. Nora has skied and mountain biked around the entire world, including places like Mexico, Lesotho (Southern Africa), Canada, and France. She shares stories from her experience in the Breck Epic which is a 6 day mountain biking stage race in Colorado as well as a forever life-altering experience skiing Pico de Orizaba where she witnessed her first fatality in the mountains. Nora's passion for the outdoors is deep and is attributed to her childhood with her mother being the driving force. With all of her experience and love for high speed sports, Nora realized something was missing with her nutrition, so she founded Neve. Neve offers plant-based smoothie pouches for athletes which are designed with science but made for adventure. This episode is one for the adrenaline junkies who have a taste for abnormal adventures!Use code bush&banter10 for 10% off 6-packs on Neve's website!Neve's website - https://eatneve.com/Follow Neve on Instagram - @eat_neveNOTABLE TIMESTAMPS:3:10 Welcome, Nora Fierman!4:54 Nora's attraction to abnormal adventures7:55 Bikepacking in Lesotho, a country in Southern Africa15:30 The Breck Epic MTB 6 Day Stage Race in Colorado24:52 The foundation of Nora's passion for skiing30:20 Nora's life-changing ski trip to Mexico on Pico de Orizaba37:36 How witnessing a mountain fatality changed Nora's perspective of the outdoors44:54 Intertwining adventure, food, and hospitality49:39 Creating Neve and helping athletes thrive using nutrition58:09 Where to buy Neve pouches to fuel your adventures and travelSend us a textWhere to find and support Bush & Banter: Follow Bush & Banter on Instagram: @bushandbanter Visit Bush & Banter's website: www.bushandbanter.com Join Bush & Banter's Patreon community: patreon.com/bushandbanter E-mail Bush & Banter: bushandbanter@gmail.com Follow Dyana on Instagram: @dyanacarmella Follow Jennifer on Instagram: @thewhimsicalwoman

This is a re-release of part 1 of my episode with Jude Kriwald covering his amazing journey from England to India as a 19 year old. You can listen to part 2 of that conversation here:Follow Jude via:Instagram - @JudeKriwaldBig thanks to our sponsor Old Man Mountain for continuing to support the podcast. Be sure to check out their new Hemlock Bags with FLiP Cages - via www.oldmanmountain.com/seektravelride - clicking this link helps me out as it lets them know you heard about them on the podcast. Support the showBeyond the Bike - Get Your Tickets and Join Me in London! Click for tickets to May 14 Click for tickets to May 15 Buy me a coffee and help support the show!Sign up to the Seek Travel Ride NewsletterFollow us on Social Media!Instagram - @SeekTravelRideWebsite: Seek Travel RideFacebook - Seek Travel RideLeave me a voicemail message Seek Travel Ride Music Playlist available now on both Spotify or Apple Music ...

Ariane Richter ist beim Atlas Mountain Race und beim Gran Guanche Audax Gravel angetreten. Wir sprechen über Ultracycling. (00:00:00) Bärlauch und Richtigstellung (00:02:36) Interview Ariane Richter (00:04:57) Atlas Mountain Race in Marokko (00:06:42) Unsupported Bikepacking Rennen (00:09:42) Die Strecke (00:11:54) Was treibt dich an? (00:13:45) Was waren deine Eindrücke? (00:17:06) Wie hat sich dein Blick auf die Gesellschaft verändert? (00:27:21) Das Rennen als Pair fahren (00:38:12) Gran Guanche Audax Gravel (00:45:51) Was zeichnet Menschen aus, die solche Rennen fahren? (00:53:46) Schnellste Frau beim Gran Guanche Audax Gravel (01:02:49) Wie geht es weiter für dich? (01:10:08) Die Höchste Eisenbahn – Bürotage Hier entlang geht's zu den Links unserer Werbepartner: https://detektor.fm/werbepartner/antritt >> Artikel zum Nachlesen: https://detektor.fm/gesellschaft/antritt-ariane-richter-ueber-atlas-mountain-race-und-gran-guanche

Recently, Andrew L'Esperance and Alexis Cartier kicked off their North American race season. At the Sea Otter Classic gravel race, L'Esperance finished 13th, making him the top Canadian at the first event in the Life Time Grand Prix series. Cartier had a tough race. “It was fun, but I didn't perform at all,” he says in this episode. “I kind of expected it, but I really got smashed.”The pair of riders will find themselves at many of the same races this season, including other Life Time events, such as Unbound, and gravel nationals in Water Valley, Alta. They are both racing as privateers, responsible for their own logistics, sponsorships, maintenance, on top of all the training and competing. Each one has a unique plan and set of goals for the season, which they discuss in this episode. L'Esperance is mixing gravel, mountain bike and even road racing. Cartier is blending his training and transportation: he's bikepacking to all six of the Life Time Grand Prix events.Also on the pod, Canadian Cycling Magazine editors Matthew Pioro and Matt Hansen, as well as feature writer Jake Williams, discuss recent races, such as the men's and women's Amstel Gold and De Brabantse Pijl. Pioro reports back from Sea Otter. He says he knows a bunch about the 32” wheels that seem to be coming to mountain bikes, but what is he actually able to reveal?

Sherry Cardona is an ultra-endurance cyclist, content creator, and adventure seeker who thrives on pushing her limits. Born in Colombia and raised in Spain, Sherry's journey has been one of exploration, self-discovery, and resilience. From long-distance running to cycling, she's always been drawn to endurance challenges—finding freedom and peace in the process. In this episode, Sherry shares how she transitioned into ultra-cycling, taking on some of the toughest races in the world, including Race Around the Netherlands, the Transcontinental Race, and the Transibérica. We dive into the mental and physical challenges of these events, the strange things that happen to your body during extreme endurance efforts (think hallucinations and swollen hands), and how she's learned to adapt and grow with each race. We also talk about her life beyond cycling—moving to Amsterdam, growing her confidence through YouTube, and her passion for connecting with like-minded adventurers. Whether you're an aspiring ultra-endurance athlete or simply love a good adventure story, this conversation is packed with inspiration, lessons, and valuable insights. Don't miss it!  *** Catch the latest episodes of the Tough Girl Podcast, dropping every Tuesday at 7 am UK time! Don't forget to subscribe so you won't miss the inspiring journeys and incredible stories of tough women.  Want to play a part in uplifting female representation in the media? Support the Tough Girl Podcast on Patreon! Your generosity helps shine a spotlight on female role models in the world of adventure and physical challenges. Join us in making a positive impact by visiting www.patreon.com/toughgirlpodcast. Thank you for your amazing support! *** Show notes Who is Sherry - Adventure cyclist and content creator Being based in Amsterdam in the Netherlands  Being born in Colombia and growing up in Spain Wanting to explore and see new places Not having as many opportunities in Colombia  Feeling lucky to be able to explore amazing places Using Youtube to connect with like minded people  Feeling misunderstood at school  Being able to express herself through YouTube  How her confidence grew  Moving to Spain at 9 years old Being into sports and long distance running  Meeting her husband in London and being introduced to cycling  Having her own coffee company and working as a freelancer in marketing  Running away from her problems  Having a sense of peace and feelings of freedom while running How her cycling journey evolved  Moving to Amsterdam during the pandemic  Race around the Netherlands (2,000km)  Training and preparation  Taking it on as a personal challenge and wanting to see what she could achieve  Being the first woman across the line  Strange things that happen to your body when you take on long endurance based challenges  Dealing with a lack of sleep and hallucinations  Dealing with swollen hands and face due to electrolyte in-balances  Sherman's Neck Lesson and learning for future events  The Transcontinental Race (TCR) - single stage race across Europe where cyclists cover around 4000 km  The importance of planning and preparations for ultra races and what it looks like  How your body starts to adapt during the race  Reaching the start of the race trained and ready but not overtrained  Using bike packing trips for training  Transibérica Race  The sleeping rule Bike set up for races and how it changes depending on the race How many bikes…. Racing in the Atlas.Mountains in Morocco and feeling nervous.. Managing in the heat Badlands Race  Recovery after a race and why it can take months  Buzzalong Cycling Podcast Sharing her stories on YouTube  Plans and races for 2025 Race Across Belgium  Wanting to do more Bikepacking instead of racing  How to connect with Sherry  Final words of advice Knowledge is power    Social Media Instagram: @sherry.cycling  Youtube: @Buzzalong.cycling   

In this episode, I speak with Drew Raney - Educator, bikepack racer, and supporter of All Kids Bike, a not for profit organizations whose mission is to get kids on bikes setting them up for confidence and leading athletic lives. We chat about his Stagecoach 400 race, his rig, and stories from the trail. We also talk about his life as an educator and the value I think he brings to kids lives in supporting them to lead active lifestyles. We also talk about the money he has raised via his bikepacking efforts as well as through the All Kids Bike Organization to get kids the equipment they need for success.Thanks for your continued support! This one will come out a little early for supporters like you, but because of the importance of this week in Canadian Politics, I wanted to get it out to everyone as soon as possible.Huge thanks to Mannmade Cycles for sponsoring the My Back 40 PodcastSave 25% at Dynamic Cyclist when you use the promo code MB40 at checkout.Save 15% at Redshift Sports when you use the code MB40Save 50% off your first month of coaching at Cycling 101 when you use the code MB40 at checkout.Thanks to Spandex Panda for their support.Thanks to Lakeside Bikes in Invermere for keeping me rolling!

David McCourt shares his experiences of Cycling from Australia to Northern Ireland on a huge journey he aptly titled ' the long way home'.This is the second time I've featured David's story - click here to listen to the first episode.You can follow David via his instagram - @longwayhome__2022Big thanks to our sponsor Old Man Mountain for continuing to support the podcast. Be sure to check out their new Hemlock Bags with FLiP Cages - via www.oldmanmountain.com/seektravelride - clicking this link helps me out as it lets them know you heard about them on the podcast. Support the showBeyond the Bike - Get Your Tickets and Join Me in London! Click for tickets to May 14 Click for tickets to May 15 Buy me a coffee and help support the show!Sign up to the Seek Travel Ride NewsletterFollow us on Social Media!Instagram - @SeekTravelRideWebsite: Seek Travel RideFacebook - Seek Travel RideLeave me a voicemail message Seek Travel Ride Music Playlist available now on both Spotify or Apple Music ...

Schaltaugen fürs Fahrrad gibt’s wie Sand am Meer. Der Universal Derailleur Hänger soll das ändern — oder das Schaltauge ganz abschaffen. (00:00:00) Fahrradhausaufgaben, Brevet und Rückenschmerzen (00:12:04) Universal Derailleur Hanger (00:13:15) Nicht passende Teile (00:15:42) Jens Meinung zum UDH (00:18:34) Ist UDH ein neuer Standard? (00:23:01) Stabilität – Ist Jens noch skeptisch? (00:27:50) Wie sieht’s bei anderen Fahrradtypen aus? (00:32:17) UDH am Allroad-Bike? (00:33:42) Hat Jens Kritik am UDH? (00:37:22) Was macht Shimano? (00:42:40) Nachgespräch UDH und der Chainreaction Bike Convoy (00:48:06) Mastodon und die Kraft des Arguments (00:53:31) Deichkind – In der Natur Hier geht es zu unserer Folge mit Olaf Hilgers: Wie geht Langstrecke, Olaf Hilgers? Hier geht es zu unserer Folge über den Chainreaction Bike Convoy: Blick in die Glaskugel und Rettungswagen für die Ukraine Hier findet ihr den Chainreaction Bike Convoy: https://chainreaction-bikeconvoy.org/de/home/ Hier gibt es das Trikot: https://www.rosebikes.de/search?q=chainreaction Hier entlang geht's zu den Links unserer Werbepartner: https://detektor.fm/werbepartner/antritt >> Artikel zum Nachlesen: https://detektor.fm/gesellschaft/antritt-wird-der-universal-derailleur-hanger-ein-echter-standard

When we talk about barriers to entry and bike packing, so many things come to mind. For many, it's gear. For others, it's about confidence. For many folks, especially women and marginalized genders, it can be about not knowing where to start, not seeing people like you doing the thing and feeling like maybe this world wasn't built with you and mine.On Detours we talk a lot about getting more women into bike packing, but how do we actually do that? What does it take? What does it really take to make someone feel like they belong? Roll Models is one answer.It's a mentorship program started by Athlyn and her co-creator, Cordelia in Bristol UK that pairs women in marginalized genders with more experienced riders. The idea is simple: a mentor and mentee relationship. So folks have someone to ride with, ask questions to, and learn from someone in your corner, which can make all the difference when you're finding your footing in the world of bike packing. In this episode we talk about: How Athlyn's own road into bikepacking: starting on a single-speed bike with a yoga mat strapped to the back rackThe inspiration she found in a mentorship program in British ColumbiaHow Roll Models was built and how it worksThe surprising barriers mentors face, not just menteesHow we can truly create a welcoming environment in the world of bikepackingAnd her big goal for the year: taking on the Highland Trail 550, her first bikepacking raceAs always, thanks to Albion Cycling for supporting the podcast this year.Follow Athlyn on Instagram: @athlynckFollow Roll Models on Instagram: @__rollmodelsFollow Mel on Instagram: @melwwebbFollow Detours on Instagram: @detourspodcastFollow Albion on Instagram: @albion.cycling Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Molly and Peter discuss what they saw, what they liked and what they didn't like at the Sea Otter 2025. The conversation includes the first round of the Lifetime Series and trends in bikes, gear and racing.    This Episode is Brought to  You By: PAYABLE APPS - Use our link Payableapps.com/ATHLETE – to pay no app fees for 6 months plus for a limited time new users , who use Square , can save on $200 of square App Fees!  Payableapps.com/ATHLETE – Try it out for your next Event, Pizza day, jersey order or clinic/camp!     Consummate Athlete Event and Goal Based Training Plans, available in the Training Peaks Store. This ready to go plans are available to start whenever you are and provide a valuable and proven workouts to guide you to your goal or event. Use Code ‘CAPOD' to get 25% of any of the plans . bit.ly/PGPLANS   Shop Amazon - Use this link to support the show (for free!) while you shop: https://amzn.to/3Aej4jl   Curious about becoming a Consummate Athlete Podcast Sponsor? Please Connect with us HERE Listen to the Consummate Athlete Podcast  Find links to your favorite Podcast App (remember to rate and review!) https://pod.link/1100471297 List to the Consummate Athlete Podcast on Spotify Watch The Consummate Athlete Podcast on Youtube Show Notes For Consummate Athlete Consummate Athlete Phone Consultation Bicycling  tariff article 2025  - Tara Seplavy CX Hairs 2025 Cyclocross Schedule Subdued black with whitecolors  Bikepacking.com day 2 post  Haute+ Cane Creek gravel bikebikepacking.com/plog/2025-sea-otter-finds-part-1/  Connect with Molly & Peter Subscribe to our Newsletter Books By Molly Hurford https://amzn.to/3bOztkN Follow The Consummate Athlete on Instagram and Facebook Follow Molly Hurford on Instagram Follow @PeterGlassford on Instagram Consummate Athlete Links for Coaching and other services Past Consummate Athlete Guests: Steve Magness, Dr. Stacy Sims, Dr. Stephen Seiler, Simon Marshall,Frank Overton, Dean Golich, Joe Friel,Marco Altini, Katerina Nash, Kelly Starrett, Geoff Kabush, Ellen Noble, Phil Gaimon, Dr. Stephen Cheung, David Roche, Matt Fitzgerald, Dr. Marc Bubbs, Christopher McDougall, Rebecca Rusch, Kate Courtney, David Epstein ,Kelly Starrett, Juliet Starrett, and many more

Listen to Terri Jockerst take us on her cycle touring adventures from Norway to Malta and then through Taiwan, Japan and South Korea.  Terri is living proof age need not get in the way of an adventure. She is 67 years old and loves spending her retirement taking solo cycle tours.   Her tours last several months  at a time, she wildcamps where possible and strongly believes that bike touring is the best way to discover a country, it's history and it's culture. In the episode we explore:Cycling Norway to Malta - 3 journeys taken over 3 yearsHighlights from cycling through remote and wild landscapesOvercoming perceived age barriers - Terri is proof age shouldn't get in the way of a good adventure.Cycling through Taiwan, Japan and South KoreaThe incredible kindness of strangers along the wayAdvice for anyone dreaming of their own bikepacking adventureYou can find Terri's books for purchase here

Transcordilleras: An 8 day bikepacking race up and over the three mountian ranges of Columbia. A race recap with Griffin Easter. Griffin's Recent Results:Transcordilleras: 1st GCOregon Trail Gravel Grinder: 1st GCUSA Cycling Gravel Nationals: 5thRebecca's Private Idaho: 2ndBWR SD: 3rdBWR Cedar City: 2ndBWR Kansas: 3rdWasatch All-Road: 1stCrusher in the Tushar: 3rd

Could you imagine going on a bike adventure as a family with two young children? Well this week we are hearing from Eglė Cibienė who is doing exactly that with her husband Liudivikas and their two small toddlers. Hear all about their experiences on one day cycling in the Rocky Mountains in Canada. You can follow their journey via their instagram channel - @eglezidonyte Join me in London for our Beyond the Bike Live Shows. Book your tickets below:Beyond the Bike - May 14 SessionBeyond the Bike - May 15 SessionFind out more about the Seek Travel Ride Lightweight Bikepacking Tour hereBig thanks to our sponsor Old Man Mountain for continuing to support the podcast. Be sure to check out their new Hemlock Bags with FLiP Cages - via www.oldmanmountain.com/seektravelride - clicking this link helps me out as it lets them know you heard about them on the podcast. Support the showBuy me a coffee and help support the show!Sign up to the Seek Travel Ride NewsletterFollow us on Social Media!Instagram - @SeekTravelRideWebsite: Seek Travel RideFacebook - Seek Travel RideLeave me a voicemail message Seek Travel Ride Music Playlist available now on both Spotify or Apple Music Thank you to RedShift Sports for supporting the show! - Check them out here

Charlie Walker's adventures have taken him to the most remote and challenging places in the world. During this episode he shares stories from his epic 43,000-mile cycle tour, spanning across Europe, Asia, and Africa. But his adventures are not just taken on a bike - he has also trekked across Papua New Guinea, hiked in the Siberian Arctic, paddled down a tributary of the Congo River and recently cycled (or hike a biked!) through the Gola Rainforest in West Africa.These adventures haven't all been smooth sailing. Indeed, Charlie has faced moments of extreme hardship, including an imprisonment in a Siberian detention centre in 2022 - within weeks of Russia invading Ukraine. Charlie also reflects on the awe-inspiring moments he's been lucky to have due to his adventures - enjoying times of pure solitude and the feelings of being alone in a vast and empty landscape. We also talk about  the changing landscape of travel brought on by technology, and how much things have changed since he first started taking long distance adventures.You can follow Charlie via his instagram account - @cwexplore and his website - www.cwexplore.com where you can also purchase his books which I highly recommend!!  Big thanks to our sponsor Old Man Mountain for continuing to support the podcast. Be sure to check out their new Hemlock Bags with FLiP Cages - via www.oldmanmountain.com/seektravelride - clicking this link helps me out as it lets them know you heard about them on the podcast. Beyond the Bike Live Shows - 2 Events in London all about Adventure Cycling!Panel Discussion, Film Screening + Audience Q&ABook tickets for London - May 14Book tickets for London - May 15 Support the showBuy me a coffee and help support the show!Sign up to the Seek Travel Ride NewsletterFollow us on Social Media!Instagram - @SeekTravelRideWebsite: Seek Travel RideFacebook - Seek Travel RideLeave me a voicemail message Seek Travel Ride Music Playlist available now on both Spotify or Apple Music Thank you to RedShift Sports for supporting the show! - Check them out here

This episode is part 2 sharing guest Phill Hargreaves story and experiences from his three year Cycle Tour taken in 1984.  You can listen to Part 1 here.This journey saw Phill leave home in the UK destination Australia. He left as a group of three, in Turkey his group became two and then from Nepal he continued the journey solo.  This conversation picks up that journey from Nepal as Phill made his way through Asia to Australia. Some incredible stories were shared for this leg of the journey by Phill including travelling through Myanmar, Island hopping in Indonesia - and then a wild work experience encounter on a fishing trawler when he finally reached Australia. After saving money Phill then decided to cycle back to the UK. He travelled through Australia and NZ before then heading home via China and Tibet. He'd catch the Trans-Siberian express to Germany and then cycled the rest of the journey. All up returning almost 3 years after setting off.Phill's son Jamie is currently re-tracing this very journey Phill took and you can listen to the interview I had with him here. Jamie Hargreaves EpisodeBe sure to also keep an eye out for his other son Olly who is now about to take his own journey from the UK to Singapore - his instagram is here: @sagas.of_olly.hargreavesBig thanks to our sponsor Old Man Mountain for continuing to support the podcast. Be sure to check out their new Hemlock Bags with FLiP Cages - via www.oldmanmountain.com/seektravelride - clicking this link helps me out as it lets them know you heard about them on the podcast. Join me on the Seek Travel Ride Lightweight Bikepacking Tour!6 night - 5 day tour through the Pyrenees Foothills.Dates - June 28 - July 04Start and Finish: ToulouseCost €1550 per person twin shareFind Out more and Book Your Spot Here Support the showBuy me a coffee and help support the show!Sign up to the Seek Travel Ride NewsletterFollow us on Social Media!Instagram - @SeekTravelRideWebsite: Seek Travel RideFacebook - Seek Travel RideLeave me a voicemail message Seek Travel Ride Music Playlist available now on both Spotify or Apple Music Thank you to RedShift Sports for supporting the show! - Check them out here

Imagine cycling from the UK to Australia - via Everest Basecamp no less - in 1984! Guest Phill Hargreaves shares his incredible cycling journey from the UK to Australia and back during the mid-1980s. Phill's early adventures started when he was about 11 or 12 years old and he joined his local cycle touring club. Each weekend would be filled with short touring trips around the UK and so he quickly discovered a passion for bike travel - one that would take him to the other side of the world as well as being the first to ride a bike all the way from the UK to Everest Base Camp.This cycle tour began in 1984, when Phil, joined by two friends, left the UK bound for Australia.  What followed was a true adventure. From crossing through what was at that time 'the Iron Curtain' of eastern Europe, dealing with bike failures, and then the unexpected events such as one of the trio 'disappearing' while riding out of Istanbul, Turkey, what struck me the most was this was a very different era of travel and a time where true 'adventure' could be had each and every day. Phill's recounting of his story also touches upon differences in travel experiences over the decades, as ever what shiens through is the impactful hospitality of locals, as well as poignant reflections on the philosophies that guided his adventure. This episode is part one of a two-part series detailing Phill's extraordinary travels.I have also featured an episode with Phill's son Jamie Hargreaves who is currently tracing the route which Phill took over 40 years ago. You can listen to the episode with Jamie here.Big thanks to our sponsor Old Man Mountain for continuing to support the podcast. Be sure to check out their new Hemlock Bags with FLiP Cages - via www.oldmanmountain.com/seektravelride - clicking this link helps me out as it lets them know you heard about them on the podcast. Join me on the Seek Travel Ride Lightweight Bikepacking Tour!6 night - 5 day tour through the Pyrenees Foothills.Dates - June 28 - July 04Start and Finish: ToulouseCost €1550 per person twin shareFind Out more and Book Your Spot Here Support the showBuy me a coffee and help support the show!Sign up to the Seek Travel Ride NewsletterFollow us on Social Media!Instagram - @SeekTravelRideWebsite: Seek Travel RideFacebook - Seek Travel RideLeave me a voicemail message Seek Travel Ride Music Playlist available now on both Spotify or Apple Music Thank you to RedShift Sports for supporting the show! - Check them out here

Life in the Peloton is proudly brought to you by MAAP Well, guys, if you enjoyed part 1 of my epic trip across to New Zealand then get yourself a cold one, sit back, relax, and get ready to enjoy the second part of the story. If you didn't catch part 1 earlier this week then make sure you go back and listen to that first. We pick up the journey at the start of day 3, and head straight to the iconic Waihau bay. This stunning area was made famous by Taika Waititi's film ‘Boy', and oh man was it special; what a way to kick off the second half of the trip. After some delicious home made ice cream at the Pacific Coast Macadamia Store we cracked on down the coast. I bumped into a fella called Giles who was undertaking a similar bikepacking trip with his son, and we cracked open a few Gizzy Golds and yarned into the evening.  Heading back down the coast towards Gisborne we took in more stunning views, and surveyed the aftermath of Cyclone Gabrielle that struck the region back in 2023. Still in the cleanup stages, it's clear to see how the disaster decimated the land and the sea, but the way the Māori people have rallied around each other and is really heartening, and left us all feeling pretty inspired.  What better way to wrap up a trip through some of the hottest surfing on the planet than with a quick lesson? I was taken out into the water with legendary local surfer, Holly Quinn, who showed me how to master the waves and helped me get up. We sealed off the adventure by visiting Sunshine brewery; the home of the iconic Gizzy Gold which I'd become so familiar with over the week. Honestly, guys, if you ever get the chance to head out to the North West coast of the North Island and explore Gisborne and the surrounding area - jump on it; you won't regret it.  I hope you really enjoyed listening to these two eps; I had an amazing time and I'm really grateful to Tairāwhiti Gisborne - the Gisborne Tourism Board - for making it happen. If you want to read more about my trip and see some of the incredible pictures, check out this cracking feature by our friends at FLOW MOUNTAIN BIKE.  Cheers, Mitch!   Chapters 00:00:00 - Introduction & Recap 00:02:21 - Day Three Begins: Waihau Bay & Movie Locations 00:12:54 - Macadamia Farm & Local Treats 00:14:55 - Coastal Riding & Māori Cultural Insights 00:20:41 - Bikepacking Father & Son Duo 00:34:13 - East Cape Lighthouse & The First Sunrise 00:49:08 - Famous Café 35 & Power Pies 01:02:15 - Māori Facial Tattoos (Moko Kauae) & Cultural Significance 01:05:07 - Final Stretch Back to Gisborne ----more---- This episode is brought to you by our friends over at NordVPN. For a huge discount on your plan plus 4 additional on top head over to nordvpn.com/pelosurf. The Life in the Peloton book is OUT NOW! Get your copy now exclusively at maap.cc! Can't wait for you to read it.

Life in the Peloton is proudly brought to you by MAAP G'day guys, I'm back with another ep of Life In The Peloton; and this one's a little bit different. Earlier this month, I was invited out to a little town called Gisborne over on the East Coast of New Zealand's North Island for a bikepacking adventure.  Gisborne Tourism gave me a call and wanted to see if I'd come over for 5 days of bike riding, soaking in the Māori culture, and - of course - enjoying a few cleansing ales with some local legends and finding out more about the region; naturally, I jumped at the chance and hopped on a plane over to NZ.  This hidden gem is on the South East coast of the North Island, and loosely follows the infamous Highway 35. Gisborne is a pretty remote area. It's raw, and refreshing - really back to basics. There are a lot of indigenous Māori living off the land out there respecting the natural environment just like their ancestors have done for generations. It's totally different to anywhere I've been before, and it was really powerful and inspiring to learn more about their culture and experience the landscape by bike. 550km over 5 days, this trip was hard enough without being too hard, if you know what I mean. We cruised on the bikes and took in all the sights, sounds, and smells of Gisborne along the way. We checked out some super cool spots; including the Eastwoodhill National Arboretum, some ridiculous beautiful waterfalls and wild swimming spots, and - of course - some world class gravel riding. I couldn't turn down this opportunity - to be invited out to a place I've always wanted to explore was too good to miss. This ep is actually part 1 of a 2 parter - so much happened on the trip I couldn't contain it into 1 episode, so I'm treating you guys to a double! Keep your eyes peeled for episode 2 dropping at the end of this week. If you want to read more about my trip, check out this cracking feature by our friends at FLOW MOUNTAIN BIKE.    Cheers! Mitch   Chapters 00:00 - Introduction & Setting the Scene 02:15 - Flying into Gisborne & First Impressions 07:30 - The Māori Connection & Cultural Insights 18:10 - The Bikepacking Route & The First Ride 25:05 - Eastwoodhill Arboretum: A Hidden Gem 39:06 - Waterfalls & Wild Swimming 42:00 - Arrival in Motu: End of Day 1 46:00 - Looking Ahead to Day 2 ----more---- The Life in the Peloton book is OUT NOW! Get your copy now exclusively at maap.cc! Can't wait for you to read it.

This week's episode is a special one! We are sitting down and talking to the director of the AZT bikepacking race John Schilling!! The first half of the show is more of a normal Like a Bigfoot Podcast as we dive into John's history with bikepacking and designing amazing routes (like the Queen's Ransom ride). In the second half of the show, co-host Thomas Mullins picks John's brain for info about sections of the Arizona Trail that Thomas will be tackling on foot in April during Destination Trail's Arizona Monster 300!! ….yes that's right…300 miles of trail running through southern Arizona. It is the first year for the event and is looking to be beyond epic! Thomas and our friend Phil Pinti are both taking on this challenge, so there will be more episodes about this event coming up over the next few months. Enjoy!!

For the past 8 years Indiana aka "Drive by Dildo" has been focused on bikepack racing. He's got a laundry list of accomplishments to his name. Including being a Triple Crown Challenge finisher. He's one of only 23 people in the world to have accomplished this feat. I met him in 2018 when we were both participating in the GranGravel 500 and he was the first (and only to-date) to Yo-Yo the East Texas Showdown in 2022. Since the age of 6 he's dreamed of traveling the world. Once he discovered bikepacking he soon decided he wanted to fulfill the dreams of his 6 y/o self by cycling around the world. Over the past 8 years he's been dreaming, scheming, planning, and selling everything he wouldn't need to take on his bike. In May of 2024 Indy's planning and preparing was done, now it was time to ride his damn bike around the world. He set out on this adventure starting in Deadhorse, Alaska on the Dalton Highway. Now, almost a year later I catch up with him in La Paz, Mexico on a rest day. Indy is living a dream of mine, to one day live on my bike and see the world. It was so great to see my old friend again and get to hear more about the journey that I've been living vicariously through him online. Tune in to today's episode to hear about how and why Indy choose to live on his bike and travel the world and how his trip has been going so far! EPISODE SPONSORS  Old Man Mountain - This week we are highlighting their Tour Divide rack. Use code "mountainsordeath" at checkout to receive 10% off your order! New Patrons  None this week, but we'd like to thank the 356 patrons that support this show monthly