In the 4th episode of Unpacking Bikepacking I dive into the some of the common issues that gravel bike riders have while taking on various bikepacking adventures, and how to make that gravel bike into the perfect rig for bikepacking. Throughout the episode I look into various things, such as suspension, handlebars, fenders, tire setup, and more. To support the Bike Tour Adventures podcast, follow the links below: https://www.patreon.com/biketouradventures or https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/biketouradventures  Join the RideWithGPS Bikepack Adventures Club Find me at… WEBSITE YOUTUBE FACEBO ..read more

In this episode of the Bikepack Adventures Podcast, I'm sharing the conversation I had with Aaron Prasad a little while ago. Unfortunately, it took a bit of time to get it put out as things got crazy for a short while. Now that things are a bit more normal, I happy to release this conversation and share Aaron's journey as a plant-based athlete, lover of Colombia and all things bikepacking. What initially began as a small cycling adventure has grown into a desire to learn more about the country, continued exploration and the desire to challenge not only the mind, but also the body. In January o ..read more

In this episode of the Bikepack Adventures Podcast, I record a Ridecast on my recent participation in the 200km Wendigo Fatbike Ultra, which took place on February 24th, 2024. Throughout the episode I talk my bike, setup, preparation and of course, the event itself. Finishing with a time of 18h 39m, this event pushed my limits for a variety of reasons. To support the Bike Tour Adventures podcast, follow the links below: https://www.patreon.com/biketouradventures or https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/biketouradventures  Join the RideWithGPS Bikepack Adventures Club Find me at… WEBSITE YOUTUBE ..read more

In this episode of the Bikepack Adventures Podcast, I'm excited to share with you a different type of adventurer. Namely, because she is so young, yet has accomplished some pretty epic adventures. When I first reached out to Scarlet and her dad Flint, they were immediately interested in sharing their journey on the podcast. Between Flint's job as a travelling musician and getting out on bike tours, Scarlet has been travelling and sleeping rough since she was a little baby. After graduating from tow-behind bikes, Scarlett started putting more and more miles into each adventure, having ridden th ..read more

I this episode of the Bikepack Adventures Podcast, I super excited to have had the opportunity to sit down with Kurt Refsnider, a professional ultra-endurance/backcountry mountain bike legend, record holder, route developer, advocate, cycling coach, geologist and also the co-founder and route director of Bikepacking Roots. If it's something bike related, there is a good chance Kurt has done it or is planning to do it. Some of Kurt's many cycling career highlights include but are not limited to: Winning the ITI, 8 wins and/or records on the AZT 300, 2 wins/records on the AZT 750, winning the Co ..read more

In this episode of the Bikepack Adventures Podcast, we go Bikepacking Beyond Borders. Journeying into the unknown can be a daunting experience. Through this series, we will try to share tips, tricks and travel hacks to make travel in these countries as trouble free as possible, while also laying the foundation for an unforgettable adventure. In this episode of Bikepacking Beyond Borders, I am joined by Charlotte Plouvier, as she shares the ins and outs of travel in France, providing insight into the region and culture. To support the Bike Tour Adventures podcast, follow the links below: https ..read more

Unpacking Bikepacking is going to be a regular segment on the podcast, where I will share my thoughts and insights into various bikepacking related subjects. I will share a bit about my personal journey through planning and training, talk about gear I've been experimenting with, discuss resources or kit I've come across, talk about my bikepacking setup and any changed I've made, review gear I've been using, share my 2 cents on current interest topics or opinions and of course, talk about my triumphs and failures. I hope you enjoy this segment, and if you have any comments, questions or ideas ..read more

In this episode of the Bikepack Adventures podcast, I catch up with David and Didi mid-tour, while they break for Christmas in Cusco, Peru. I first learned about them quite a while before their adventure started, when they were still in the preparation stages and wanted some advice. Two months ago, David and Didi landed in Colombia to begin what they have dubbed Project Aire Libre, which roughly translates as the Free Air Project. Over the past two months, they have made their way south through Colombia, Ecuador and are now in Peru. Amazingly, David and Didi haven't been following the traditio ..read more

In this episode of the Bikepack Adventures Podcast, I take a look at the year 2023, and how things went for me on a personal level, with regard to the podcast and everything else. To support the Bike Tour Adventures podcast, follow the links below: https://www.patreon.com/biketouradventures or https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/biketouradventures  Join the RideWithGPS Bikepack Adventures Club Find them at: Instagram: Facebook: YouTube: Website:  Find me at… WEBSITE YOUTUBE FACEBOOK INSTAGRAM ITUNES Show Sponsors Panorama Cycles --> They believe that cycling is a catalyst for adventu ..read more

In this episode of the Bikepack Adventures podcast, I have a chance to speak with Chris Lee-Francis. I first interviewed Chris nearly a year ago, but unfortunately, something went wrong with the audio and I was never able to release the episode. Fortunately, in the aftermath of the failed episode, Chris finished his travel memoir, Eastwards and Far and was gracious enough to send me a copy. Chris' story has a certain flow about it, one in which the experienced bike tourer easily relates to and the would be bike tourer can't help but be captivated by. I hope you enjoy this conversation about av ..read more