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Bike Touring the Pacific Coast and Patagonia: Laura Buchan31 Aug 202401:18:07

Want to bike down the Pacific Coast or through Patagonia? Then listen to guest Laura Buchan share her experiences of doing just that.

Laura's first experience of bike touring was taken in Taiwan - on an unlikely trip on a folding bike. She was hooked and since then she has toured  extensively on solo trips from Vancouver to the Mexican border, as well as  the rugged terrains of Chile and Argentina.

Laura faced numerous challenges during these journey's - her bike tour down the Pacific Coast was meant to be undertaken as a team of two, but just a month before setting off her friend had to pull out, leaving solo to take it on solo.

Then grim weather during her tour of Patagonia made for a challenging time, but Laura's resilience and the kindness of strangers shone through her narratives.Laura also shares some  awe-inspiring moments in Torres del Paine National Park, and her overall reflections on human connection, confidence-building, and overcoming adversity


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Cycle Shorts: 1 Day of Your Trip: May Tettero - Baja Divide27 Aug 202400:17:55

What's it like to take a bike adventure on the Baja Divide? This week's mid-week episode features listener May Tettero sharing one day of doing just that with her son Sky.

Do you want to share what it was like for one day on your own bike adventure? To be featured in this mid-week series of Cycle Shorts simply send me an email and let me know all about one day of your trip. 

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Bikepacking from Norway to Spain: Russell Nankervis27 Jul 202401:32:48

In this episode Russell Nankervis shares his experience of bikepacking from the North Cape in Norway, to Tarifa in Spain. A complete north to south crossing of Europe.

Russell's first journey was taken when he finished up school in Australia and headed to Laos for a self guided cycle tour. It was an experience that took him straight out of his comfort zone, a time before cycling a predetermined gpx route - he had nothing but a paper map for navigation.

Since then he kept cycling - although his adventures were focused on mountain biking. He spent three years racing on the World Cup circuit in Europe, before eventually representing Australia at the MTB World Cup in Cairns in 2017.

Nine years on from that cycle tour in Laos  he'd find himself at the very northern tip of Europe at the North Cape, destination Tarifa, Europe's most southern tip in Spain.  It was great to hear how the experiences Russell gained from that first trip set him up to plan out this bigger journey.

 Russell wrote about this experience in his book Crossing Continents: A Cycling Odyssey from Norway to Spain. You can also follow his future adventures via his instagram - @russ_nankervis

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What's Ultracycling like? Normandicat 900 - Stevie Thissen18 Mar 202301:20:10

In this episode of the Seek Travel Ride podcast I interview Stevie Gaebe an endurance athlete and Ultra-distance Cyclist.  I first met Stevie during the 2022 Normandicat 900 ultra-cycling event in Northern France.  We had both lined up at the start-line, nervous at what would unfold over the course of the next three days.  Surrounded by men we were also some of the only women who had turned up to challenge themselves in this self supported long distance event.  We would end up riding together for the first few hours and as I learnt more about Stevie I knew her story was one that needed sharing.

Over the course of the episode Stevie talks about her cycling journey, how she made the shift from cycling as a commuter, to cycling for fitness.  She discusses how she enjoyed continually pushing the boundaries, from long distance sportives, to then signing up and successfully competing in Ironman Switzerland. 

After the Ironman event Stevie was searching for the next challenge and the call of ultra-distance cycling came her way.  Stevie did all of the above with her partner and Husband Tom and so they signed up as a team of two for the Normandicat 900 Ultra-cycling event.  But hours before taking to the start Tom had to withdraw from the event, leaving Stevie alone on the start-line.

I really enjoyed talking with Stevie about her Normandicat 900 experience.  How she overcame the challenges which came her way and her insights  into what it takes to compete in ultra-distance cycling events.

If you want to follow along with Stevie's future adventures do check out her channel on YouTube  and be sure to watch her video which shows her  Normandicat 900 experience. 

Interested in the Normandicat 900 event and want to try it out for yourself?  Then you can read up more on the Normandicat website.

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Bikepacking the Torino Nice Rally: Simon Willis11 Mar 202301:12:18

In this episode of the Seek Travel Ride podcast I interview Simon Willis.  It's fair to say Simon has led a life full of adventure, exploring the great outdoors in a myriad of ways.  As Simon mentions, it wasn't so much about seeking out these adventures, instead they always had a way of finding him.

Together we explore the adventures he has undertaken, from  the early days of cycling the Camino de Santiago Pilgrim route , hiking the full length of the Pacific Crest Trail, to establishing the Scottish Sea Kayak trail, Simon has an adventure C.V. that would rival most.  Recently Simon took on the Torino Nice Rally, a bikepacking route traversing a section of the  Alps from Italy to France. 

What was really evident during my discussion with Simon, was his passion for the great outdoors, and also for keeping things fresh.  He is most happiest exploring new territory and he shares this with an energetic enthusiasm, which both fondly looks back on past achievements but also has an eye on future adventures which will pique his interest.

Simon also hosts his own podcast where he speaks to fellow adventurers about their adventures. You can listen to his podcast at: Always  Another Adventure

In addition to this be sure to check out Simon's YouTube Channel and Instagram account.

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Cycling through West Africa as a Solo Woman: Nikki Ray04 Mar 202301:31:20

In this episode of the Seek Travel Ride podcast I chat with adventurer and ultra-endurance athlete, Nikki Ray.  It's fair to say the humble bicycle has shaped Nikki's life in a multitude of ways.  From teaching adult refugees how to ride a bike for the first time, to crossing countries on a 10 000km solo cycle tour through West Africa, through to competing in challenging ultra - distance cycling raes.  Nikki has done this and so much more. 

She is a cycling instructor, human rights advocate, hill climb racer and ultra-cyclist.  She is a true adventurer in every sense of the word and I really enjoyed listening to Nikki share her experiences from the bike.

She recounts her time spent on a tour through West Africa - a place where many from western cultures are often told not to travel.  Discovering the diverse landscapes of the Atlas Mountains  and Sahara Desert to deciding to take the more adventurous and less travelled routes on the bicycle tour she nicknamed Ready, Steady, Slow.  The overwhelming theme that came through during this journey was the kindness and hospitality received by the strangers she encountered during her travels.

Nikki also reveals how in an effort to help  boost women's participation in cycling events she got involved in Hill Climbing races in the UK.  All of a sudden going from long distance slow cycle tours, to an intense race of a matter of minutes up short and steep climbs.

Her latest challenge was starkly different once again - that of an ultra-distance cycling race.  Nikki signed up for the 2020 Trans Pyrenees Race and despite navigating through the disappointment of two years of  cancellations due to the pandemic, she turned up to the start line in September 2022 for a race which traverses the Pyrenees Mountain range from West to East and back again.

I really enjoyed chatting with Nikki and the insights she shared from her experiences and hope it will also equally inspire others to plan and participate in their own adventure.

You can read more about Nikki's Ready Steady Slow tour on her personal website.

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Cycle touring from Australia to Paris: Mark Gresser 25 Feb 202301:10:20

In this episode of the Seek Travel Ride podcast I interview Mark Gresser, an Australian with a spirit of adventure.  In April 2015 Mark set off from his driveway in Perth, Western Australia on a mission to see the world.  He would spend the next 2.5 years travelling by bicycle seeking new experiences, with a curious enthusiasm to learn about the different cultures and countries he would come across.

All up, he would travel over 29,000km, crossing through 28 different countries before eventually arriving in Paris, France. So what is it like to explore the world on a touring bike - and where did the idea and inspiration even come from?  I explore these questions and more during this interview with Mark who shares his story with an enthusiasm that will no doubt inspire those of us with an adventurous spirit.

We discuss those early days on the road and what it's like to enter a country where you have no expectations or understanding of what will come from one day to the next.  Crossing borders and continents, mountain ranges, and deserts - Mark's trip had it all and I thoroughly enjoyed listening to him recount the tales from the trip.

One thing that was a constant was the kindness Mark experienced from strangers he met along the way.  From the first time staying at a strangers house in Timor-Leste, to being welcomed like a member of the family in Iran, it is no doubt that these encounters had a very impactful experience on Mark.   


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You can find Mark on Instagram with his account - @Budgie_Escapee

I also encourage you to look at the videos he has made to date of his travels on his YouTube Channel.

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Mark is also currently writing a book about his trip and I will update the show notes with a link to it when it is released.

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Biking the Empire State Ride : Kimberly Evering21 Feb 202300:55:37

Have you ever considered joining a cycling charity ride?  Wondered what it would be like to cycle big distances day in day out for a week?  In this episode I chat with Kimberly Evering to discuss her doing exactly that.

Kimberly is no stranger to challenges.  In fact she has built up a reputation of taking on new and exciting challenges which would regularly push you out of your comfort zone.  She pushed herself to the brink competing in Spartan events and even took on the  trifecta  - a challenge of completing three Spartans in one calendar year. 

So it was  in 2020 Kimberly signed up for the Empire State Ride - a seven day charity cycling event which would entail riding across the state of New York as a fundraiser for Cancer research.  She enjoyed cycling for fitness but this would be the first time she'd look to take on something so big. She found the fundraising ride would also give her challenge a sense of purpose which would help her keep motivated and focused for the goal. But as we all know the pandemic and the year 2020 meant lots of things wouldn't go to plan.  The Empire State ride -  like many other events - would have to take place virtually.  Kimberly completed the challenge but it certainly wasn't the same.

So in 2021 Kimberly signed up to do the event again.  She felt completing the virtual challenge wasn't something that she could be content with and she wanted to push the boundaries and see what it would be like cycling such big distances day in day out.  In this episode she describes her lead-up to the event and also the camaraderie of her fellow event participants which helped to spur her on and  get through the seven day charity ride. 

I really enjoyed this chat with Kimberly, and learning more about how her attitude of saying yes to a life of adventure has turned her in to the 'Gal on the Go', and someone with a reputation of seeing what is possible.

You can follow along with Kimberly's  next challenges via the links below:
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What's it like to Ride the Transcontinental Race (TCR); Lizzie Jenkins11 Feb 202301:04:16

There are many ways to describe Lizzie Jenkins, she is an accomplished film director, adventurer and endurance athlete.  Recently she discovered the world of long distance cycling and entered into the ultra-cycling race scene.  This led to her signing up for the ultimate event in the race calendar - the Transcontinental Race - TCR.  This event would see her cross the entire continent of Europe on a ride of over 4000km with a monumental amount of climbing in between. 

During this episode we explore more about Lizzie as we learn about her passion for being in the remotest parts of the world - the Amazon. We discuss whether her ability to find comfort in the most uncomfortable places in the remote rainforest held her in good stead for what she would endure in her ultra-cycling races to come.

We also discuss how her passion for riding bikes led to her signing up for the TCR race and how she prepared herself for the challenges of participating in ultra-cycling  events, whilst dealing with the disappointment of race cancellations two years in a row due to the pandemic.   She talks us through the experiences of her first ultra distance cycling event - A bike race roughly the size of Wales - where she finished as first female and the learnings she had along the way.

Then Lizzie shares exactly what it was like racing in the world's premier ultra-cycling race - the TCR in 2022.  What it was like standing on that start line in Belgium knowing she would need to cross an entire continent before reaching the finishing line all the way in Bulgaria.  She would cross mountain passes, endure summer heatwaves and have to deal with being chased by packs of wild dogs in the night.  Not to mention then dealing with the infamous compulsory Parcour No 4. 

We really enjoyed talking with Lizzie about her experiences and hope this will inspire other women who are perhaps contemplating entering into the world of ultra-distance cycling.

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Bike Touring Alaska to Mexico in World Record Time: Michiel & Chiara29 Jan 202300:47:39

In 2022 Michiel Desmet and Chiara Maffina set off from Anchorage in Alaska on a long distance cycle to set the  Guinness World Record for the longest ever handbike ride.  This would be the first time either of them would undertake a long cycle tour so there were a lot of unknowns on the trip.

In 2013 Michiel was involved in an accident in Thailand and suffered a spinal cord injury which left him paralysed.  Through years of rehabilitation he was able to discover the joy which came with riding a handbike and the freedom which goes along with it.  It set off a dream to 'see what was possible' and the idea for the record attempt was borne.

I recorded this interview with Chiara and Michiel whilst they were in Mexico, and discussed their experience and journey during this record breaking ride of 8556kms.

To follow along and support Michiel and Chiara's continuing journey please see the links below:

Handbikepacking YouTube Channel

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Bicycle Touring From Darwin to Adelaide: Dr fLorence Cotel27 Jan 202301:09:11

Dr fLorence Cotel is a Neuroscientist, Inspirational Speaker and Endurance Athlete, who also happens to have a passion for endurance events.  Since teaching herself how to ride a bike as an adult while living in Copenhagen, she has undertaken some amazing adventures.  These include taking a 7 month bicycle tour from Quito, Ecuador all the way to Ushuaia, in Argentina as well as successfully competing in Ironman Australia.

In 2022, Dr Cotel was chosen to represent the 7th Cohort of Homeward Bound and subsequently chose her next goal.  She labelled this latest feat of endurance 'One Dream Down' and it was undertaken with the purpose of inspiring others to achieve their goals and see what was possible. 

During our interview, fLorence shares how choosing to be in a positive mindset allows her to achieve her endurance goals. 

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Bikepacking from Germany to Turkey: Madeline Hoffman27 Jan 202301:14:14

Seven years ago Madeline Hoffmann first learnt the identity of her biological father.  Growing up in Germany in a single parent household this was something which she wondered about all her life.  Now, living in Australia she got the news that not only did her father want to make contact, but that he was also Turkish. 

It took a few years before Madeline made the decision she would be ready to meet him.  But then the global pandemic shut the world down, meaning there were more delays.  It was during this time that Madeline got the idea that she would take an epic bicycle tour all the way from her hometown in Germany to see her father in Turkey.  What followed was a monumental journey of self discovery or as Madeline called it -a  journey to find herself.

Crossing  a total of 11 countries it would take her 4.5 months of cycling before reaching her destination - the house of her father -  in Kayseri, Turkey.  Madeline shares her story of that entire trip during this episode,

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What’s it like to participate in Ride to the Sun: Mackenzie Barker 23 Jul 202400:10:03

How far could you ride your bike in just one day? Well in this episode listener Mackenzie Barker recalls his experience of a huge ride he completed which also included taking in the 2024 edition of Ride to the Sun. This is an annual event held on the Summer Solstice in Scotland.  But Mackenzie extended the riding distance by also riding to the event from his home.  A total distance of 343kms.  He shares what it was like on this day.

Now be sure to give Mackenzie a follow to keep up with his future adventures - you can find him on instagram @rekrab82 and if you happen to be in Edinburgh be sure to check out @BikeTraxEdinburgh as well.

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Wiebke Lühmann: Cycling South - The Journey Through West Africa 20 Jul 202401:05:02

In this episode I once again catch up with guest Wiebke Lühmann,  to get an update on her Cycling South adventure, finding out what it has been like to cycle through West Africa. If you want to catch up on that first episode with Wiebke you can find it here

Wiebke is currently on a bicycle adventure from Germany to South Africa and I first caught up with her a few months ago while she was in Guinea.  Since then she has made her way across West Africa and has now reached Central Africa. I spoke with her while she was in Benin, getting ready to cross the border into Nigeria.

Wiebke provides us with an update on her adventure through West Africa, with insights from her experiences of travelling through this region including navigating through the rainforest over ten days in Liberia.

Be sure to follow Wiebke on her social media channels linked below to keep track of her progress on this huge adventure.
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Cycling the Arizona Trail: Carolyn Mason - Cycle Shorts 16 Jul 202400:09:13

Have you ever been so exhausted during a bike tour that the thought of going just one mile further seems impossible?

Well in this episode of Cycle Shorts I feature the story of Carolyn Mason who shares what it was like during one day of her trip, traversing a section of the Grand Canyon on the Arizona Trail.

Carolyn is currently on an open ended bikepacking tour with her partner Jacob in Central Asia.  I'm excited to say I will be interviewing both of them for a future episode of the show.

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Cycling About. 12 Years of Full Time Bike Touring. Alee Denham13 Jul 202401:53:07

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be a full time bicycle nomad? In this episode guest Alee Denham shares his experiences and insights of doing just that, having spent years cycling all around the world.

Alee speaks candidly about where he first got the idea travel by bicycle and his first short tour on the island of Borneo. Despite the challenging conditions he was hooked and before he knew it he was setting off on a 2.5 year tandem journey from Europe to Australia.  But that huge trip was just the start to what has become Alee's lifestyle as a self proclaimed bicycle nomad as his journeys have taken him all around the world, across 6 continents, visiting over 100 countries.

Alee's adventures will often lead him down the  most rugged of routes, spending months in any one country at a time, in order to fully appreciate its terrain, people, culture, and wildlife.   

Alee is also the face behind Cycling About - one of the  premier online resources when it comes to everything bicycle touring and bikepacking. From gear reviews, to adventure stories and insightful videos, chances are if you have a question about bicycle travel, Cycling About will contain the answer. 

Currently Alee is part way through what he predicts to be a 5 year journey, touring extensively across Africa with his partner Laura. You can follow his adventures online via:
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Cycle Shorts: 1 Day of Your Trip: Lili and Aire - India09 Jul 202400:10:31

Ever noticed some of the most magical moments you can have on a bike adventure are the ones which are totally unplanned?

Well in this episode of Cycle Shorts I feature the story of Lili and Aire, who share their experiences from one day of their trip. They are currently on a bicycle tour which will take them all the way from India to Italy on a project they have called "Goodbye by Bicycle".

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Bike Touring 163,000kms through 108 Countries. Jacob Ashton06 Jul 202401:29:00

Imagine cycling through 108 countries, spanning six continents and covering 163,000 kilometres. In this episode guest Jacob Ashton shares his experiences from doing just that.

Jacob’s story begins with a simple desire to travel. Initially considering sailing, he soon realised that cycling was a more affordable and fulfilling way to see the world.

Jacob's first major bike tour was a four-year journey from 2016 to 2020, covering 100 countries and 124,000 kilometres across six continents. He has since continued to explore the world on two wheels, and is currently on an open ended cycle tour with his partner.

I delved deeper into what it’s like to live this lifestyle, the challenges faced, and the motivations behind such an epic adventure. What's it like to be immersed in new cultures and landscapes for so long? How does one handle the mental and physical toll of perpetual travel? Tune in to listen to Jacob share his experiences of such expansive cycle travel.

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Cycle Shorts: 1 Day of your Trip - James Whateley - TransAm Bike Trail02 Jul 202400:13:48

Have you ever had a life changing moment occur during a long distance bike adventure? 

Well in this episode of Cycle Shorts we feature listener James Whateley, who shares an experience from one day of his trip as he was cycling along the Trans America Bike Trail. A day which undoubtedly changed the trajectory of his life. 

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Solo Bike Touring Spain to China: Sara Qiu29 Jun 202401:19:22

Have you ever wondered what it takes to cycle from Spain to China? This episode features  guest, Sara Qiu,  who embarked on this incredible journey in April 2022. Sara shares her experiences, challenges, and the motivations behind her epic adventure which took her from her home in Spain, to connect with her family's roots in China.

From the rigorous climbs and unexpected hospitality in remote villages to the bureaucratic hurdles and introspective moments, Sara's journey is filled with rich experiences and profound insights of what it's like to take a solo bike tour  across two continents.

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Cycle Shorts: 1 Day of Your Trip: Rieke Schmees - Morocco 25 Jun 202400:10:01

What would it be like to experience the hospitality of a local family during a bike adventure through Morocco?

Well in today's mid-week episode of Cycle Shorts, we hear listener Rieke Schmees share her experience of doing just that.  This day occurred during a journey which would take Rieke from Germany to Morocco, onwards to Italy and eventually finish up in Turkey.  Over 12,000kms and no doubt countless experiences and memories made along the way. But it was what occurred during one evening while being hosted by a Moroccan family, that was the most impactful for Rieke.

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Cycling From Mongolia to the UK: Claire Wyatt24 Aug 202401:27:07

In this episode I reconnect with adventurer Claire Wyatt, ahead of her ambitious journey from Mongolia all the way home to the UK. She reflects on her past expeditions across Australia as well as spending 8 months cycling across Southeast Asia. Claire shares insights on overcoming fears associated with solo travel. She emphasises the unexpected kindness experienced on the road and debunks common misconceptions about solo female travel, Claire discusses her new mission, Biking Against Bombs, aimed at raising funds for the Mine Advisory Group.

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Listen to Claire's previous episodes: Episode 14 and Episode 41

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Bikepacking 45,000kms through 24 Countries: Tara Weir22 Jun 202401:36:21

This episode features guest Tara Weir, a seasoned adventurer who has cycled over 45,000 kilometres through 24 countries. Tara shares her experiences of navigating some of the world's most isolated landscapes, from the Australian outback to the old Silk Road, to the Western Wildlands route in North America as well as Kenya's Bike Odyssey. 

From her first organised tour through Tibet and Nepal, to her solo journeys across continents, Tara has been adventuring since 2011. She talks about the challenges of cycling through remote areas, the kindness of strangers, and the pull of discovering it all through bikepacking.

We also dive into the emotional aspects of long-distance cycling, including the feelings of loneliness and the post-adventure blues. Tara offers valuable insights on how to deal with these emotions and the importance of having a community to come back to.

Be sure to give Tara a follow on her instagram account - @followmargopolo and her website - Follow Margo Polo

I also recommend her articles linked below:
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What’s it like to cycle in Nepal? James Baile 18 Jun 202400:09:47

What would it be like to take a bike tour through the mountainous regions of Nepal?

Well in today's mid-week episode of Cycle Shorts, we hear listener James Baile share his experience of doing just that.  James undertook this journey in 1986 and the memories of what occurred on this day have stayed with him ever since. 

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Bikepacking from Finland to Singapore: Vallu Heinilä15 Jun 202401:30:44

Imagine cycling from Finland to Singapore? A 15,000km journey through 21 countries. In this episode I speak with Vallu Heinilä who set off on this adventure with his good friend Alvari in 2022.

Despite facing numerous challenges, including sickness and closed border crossings, Vallu encountered countless acts of kindness from strangers, shattering any previous misconceptions about travelling through so-called dangerous countries.

Vallu shares the transformative experiences he had during the trip, from the high mountains of Tajikistan to the crowded cities of India, and the physical challenge of traversing the Annapurna trail. Vallu's journey didn't stop in Singapore; he has since paddle-boarded 320 kilometres across the Baltic Sea and spent 74 days cycling and hiking across New Zealand's North and South Islands.

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Cycle Shorts: 1 Day of Your Trip: Muriel Zaccuri - China11 Jun 202400:08:52

What's the best part of taking a long distance bike journey? What are the moments you'd reflect back on the most if you were to ride across the world for two years? 

Well in today's mid-week episode of Cycle Shorts we hear Muriel Zaccuri share just that. 

I previously interviewed Muriel last year, while he was part way through his bike journey.  At the time Muriel was in Central Asia and after speaking with him he continued to make his way across the continent, with an end destination of Japan. So it was lovely to receive this excerpt from Muriel and have him share 'one day of his trip' for listeners of the show.

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Bicycling Touring Around the World: Scott Sharrick08 Jun 202401:26:47

Have you ever thought of experiencing the world on two wheels? Well in this episode I interview Scott Sharick, who is currently doing exactly that.

Scott  moved to Cambodia from the US, to become as he calls it - financially poor and experientially rich.  However, not long after making that move he would suffer a stroke. It was during his very first cycle ride during his rehabilitation,  that the thought of cycling the world came to Scott and he has making his way around the world on his bicycle ever since.

So it is the Strokes to Spokes Bike Tour  began, and Scott  has now cycled through much of Asia, across Australia and is now currently in the US - on a mission to cycle to all the National Parks in the Lower 48 States.  Scott is keen to experience as much as possible on his bike tour and has plans to see most of our world on his two wheels.

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Cycle Shorts: 1 Day of Your Trip: Sue Chapple - France04 Jun 202400:10:11

Ever had to navigate a busy train station with a bike that's all loaded up for a long journey?  In our Cycle Shorts mid-week short episodes we share the stories of our listeners recounting what it as like during one day of their trip.  This week's episode features guest Sue Chapple, as she shares the experience from one day of her bike tour through France.

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Would you Quit Your Job to Cycle Around the World? Barbara & Jordi 01 Jun 202401:28:00

Have you ever dreamt of leaving everything behind to explore the world on two wheels? Barbara and Jordi  the inspiring couple behind @2LocosOnWheels," did just that. In this episode, they share their incredible journey of cycling across continents, overcoming challenges, and experiencing the kindness of strangers.

They left their life and home in Dublin, Ireland behind and have been cycling the world on their bikes since. I spoke with both of them just after they reached Ushuaia at the very southern tip of South America. Now they are continuing their journey up the continent.

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Cycle Shorts: 1 Day of Your Trip: James Thomas - Himalayas28 May 202400:11:32

What would it be like to cycle through the Himalayas? In our Cycle Shorts mid week episodes we share the stories of our listeners recounting what it was like during one day of their trip. This week's episode features guest James Thomas, as he shares the experience from one day of his bike tour cycling from Manali to Leh.

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Bkepacking Adventure from Canada to Argentina: Mark Sky25 May 202401:18:36

Ever wanted to go on a cycling adventure from North to South America? Well guest Mark Sky is currently doing exactly that on an adventure he has named Expedition Squagua.  This will see him biking from his home in Squamish, Canada, all the way to Mt Aconcagua, Argentina.

Along the way Mark plans to hike the highest summit in every country he passes through.  When I spoke to him, he'd already cycled through Canada, the US and Central America and  he was about to ready himself to paddle the treacherous Darién Gap by Sea Kayak. 

Mark is an experienced Adventure Racer, and I could tell that he thrives on the unknown challenges, as he says, adventure happens when things go wrong, and when we journey into the unknown. 

Be sure to check out Mark's instagram to keep track of his progress on this adventure. @Supermarks_Adventures

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Cycle Shorts: 1 Day of Your Trip: Laura Willerton - Kyrgyzstan21 May 202400:12:30

What's it like to take a bike adventure through Central Asia? In our Cycle Shorts mid week episodes we share the stories of our listeners recounting what it was like during one day of their trip. This week's episode features guest Laura Willerton as she shares the experience from one day of her bike tour crossing no-mans land between the Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan border crossing.

You can follow Laura’s journey via her instagram account @onourbicycles

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Cycle Shorts: 1 Day of Your Trip: Helen Dainty Palestine20 Aug 202400:12:45

This week Helen Dainty  - transports us to what it was like for one day of her trip, taking us to her last day touring in Palestine.

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What's it Like to Ride Paris Brest Paris? Izabela Murtagh18 May 202401:30:31

Ever wondered what it takes to be able to ride audax events like London Edinburgh London and Paris Brest Paris?  Well Izabela Murtagh will tell you it's commuting 50+km every day in all the Scottish Weather, 5 days a week, year round.

She has done this now for over 8 years and little did she know at the time, that a way of saving money to get to work, would lead her to the world of long distance Audax rides. For those of you who have often wondered what Audax events are like, or who have thought of riding the big events like PBP or LEL, then this episode is a must listen.

Izabela's first big ride was Ride to the Sun, from Carlisle to Crammond Beach. But she ended up having to do the event a day early due to work. Alone, and never having ridden more than 100kms before, she was unperturbed and managed to ride the full distance - over 320kms!

From there she hasn't looked back and has completed an array of Audax events, as well as well as the TransAlba - a 1600km Ultra race around Scotland - where she came third place overall and first woman!

Izabela is now also the host of TowPath Talks  hosted at the Towpath Cafe at  BikeTrax Edinburgh.

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Cycle Shorts: 1 Day of Your Trip - Tara Weir - USA14 May 202400:06:59

What's it like to take a bicycle adventure? In our Cycle Shorts mid week episodes we share the stories of our listeners recounting what it was like during one day of their trip.  This week's episode features guest Tara Weir, during a ride through the Navajo Nation.

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Bike Touring through West Africa: Jude Kriwald - Part 211 May 202401:08:46

This is part 2 of my interview with Jude Kriwald and goes into detail on his most recent bicycle adventure through West Africa.  Jude spent 3 months touring off the beaten path in West Africa, a tour which came over ten years since his last big adventure where he cycled from England to India.  Jude had been transfixed on the notion of what it would be like to be completely in the middle of a jungle in Liberia and this indeed was the best way to find out.

He recalled some captivating details from this journey, from camping at the base of a huge waterfall, to spending 7 days  deep in the Liberian Jungle - 3 of those totally alone barely able to travel more than 10 kms a day. 

If you've missed out on Part 1 of Jude's adventures you can check out that episode here

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Cycle Shorts: 1 Day of Your Trip: Vallu Heinilä - Tajikistan07 May 202400:04:55

Listen to Vallu Heinilä describe what it was like for one day of his trip, as he cycled through the Whakan Valley in Tajikistan.

Be on the lookout for a full feature episode to come featuring Vallu's bike tour from Helsinki to Singapore. In the meantime check out his film - Curious Pedals and follow him on instagram - @curiouspedals

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Cycling from England to India: Jude Kriwald - Part 104 May 202401:37:36

What's it like to cycle all the way from England to India?  What's it like to ride your bike on an unknown track across the Pamirs? Well as a 19 year old Jude Kriwald decided to do just that, taking a solo bike tour from his home in England all the way to India. His route took him across Europe, through Turkey, Iran, Afghanistan, then onto the Pamir Highway through Central Asia where he had to deal with temperatures as low as minus 30C. 

Jude also shared his experiences of cycling through Tibet without a permit - which came with the added complexity of having to sneak around police border patrols for the entirety of his time there. 

Hearing Jude speak I could tell that he thrives on adventure and this journey was thought up on the very idea of what would it be like to cycle well off the beaten track, amongst the giant mountain ranges of the Pamir Highway. 

This is part 1 of a 2 part series sharing Jude's bicycle travels and focuses on Jude's first bicycle tour.  Next week I'll release part 2 which focuses on Jude's bicycle tour through West Africa.

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Cycle Shorts: 1 Day of Your Trip: Stephen Drew - Namibia30 Apr 202400:15:22

Listen to Stephen Drew share his experiences from one day of his trip during his Ride of Independance through the desert in Namibia.

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Racing the Tour Divide 2023: Marie-Soleil Blais27 Apr 202401:29:30

Ever wondered what it's like to race the Tour Divide bikepacking race? Well in this episode I speak to Marie-Soleil Blais, a former professional road cyclist who traded her sleek tarmac sprints for the gritty trails of bikepacking.  Marie-Soleil shares her transformation from chasing Olympic dreams to embracing the raw challenge of self-supported cycling adventures.

We discuss Marie-Soleil's first bikepacking adventure to her encounter with a grizzly bear just 45 minutes out of Banff. Her stories are a testament to her unyielding spirit and the mantra  - "When in doubt, keep going." Her tales of pushing past the brink of exhaustion during the Tour Divide, where sleep deprivation and relentless determination became her companions, will leave you both awestruck and inspired.

Whether you're a seasoned cyclist or a curious newcomer, Marie-Soleil's story is a powerful reminder that the greatest journeys often begin with a single pedal stroke into the unknown.

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Cycle Shorts: 1 Day of Your Trip -Spain - Barbara 2LocosOnWheels23 Apr 202400:07:06

Barbara  shares her experiences from one day of her multi year around the world cycling adventure.  This day occurred on the day she and her husband Jordi were to cycle across the border from France into Spain.

Follow Barbara and Jordi's adventures via their instagram - @2locosonwheels and Facebook page - 2locosonwheels and be on the lookout for a full feature episode on Seek Travel Ride to come.

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Wiebke Lühmann: Bike Touring 20,000kms from Freiburg to Capetown20 Apr 202401:26:52

Guest Wiebke Lühmann's  passion for adventure has led her to embark on a staggering 20,000-kilometer cycling journey from Freiburg to Cape Town. During this episode  she talks about how  embracing the unknown is at the very essence of cycle travel and how she has found her own personal strength in solitude, navigating the diverse and challenging landscapes of Europe and Africa. From sandstorms through the Sahara to navigating challenging border crossings it's clear that this adventure through West Africa is one filled with experiences so vast and with the wet season looming she is readying herself for the adventures still to come.

I spoke to Wiebke while she was in  Conakry, Guinea, as she makes her way down the West African coastline on a journey which will take over a year to complete.  Weibke shared how her previous endurance background has shaped her approach to overcoming obstacles on this adventure.  This isn't her first long distance bicycle journey.  She previously spent over 7 months travelling through South America, and in 2022 she cycled from Hambug to the North Cape in Norway - a journey which was documented beautifully in the film On her Own.

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Cycle Shorts: 1 Day of Your Trip - Norway: Russell Nankervis16 Apr 202400:10:12

Russell Nankervis shares his experiences from one day of his 7000km+ trip cycling from the North Cape in Norway to Tarifa, Spain across Europe.  This day occurred  on day two of Russell's adventure as he was cycling through Arctic Norway.

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Solo Bikepacking from Germany to Turkey: Rieke Schmees17 Aug 202401:25:41

Ever thought of taking a bikepacking journey to test and challenge yourself?  

Well in 2022 Rieke Schmees set out to do exactly that, as she embarked on an extraordinary solo bicycle trip in 2022, covering 12,000kms through 16 countries from Germany to Morocco and Turkey. Rieke opens up about her initial fears, meticulous preparations, and the profound insights she gained along the way. She recounts facing challenging terrains and cultural differences, while also experiencing remarkable kindness and hospitality from strangers.

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Bikepacking the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route: Katrina Hase13 Apr 202401:26:09

Want to know what it's like to go bikepacking on the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route? Well in this episode guest Katrina Hase shares her stories and experiences of doing just that.

In 2023 Katrina decided to take on the goal of riding the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route as a way of celebrating both her 50th birthday as well as 10 years of sobriety. She had discovered the sport of mountain biking later in life - joining in with her son who had taken it up and school, and it didn't take too long before she was hooked. 

It was the decision to buy a gravel bike that opened up the world of bikepacking to Katrina. She could put gear on it and go on a real adventure
 
This was a solo journey but the highlights of the trip for Katrina were overwhelmingly the people she met and befriended along the way.  I really got the sense of the value of community which Katrina spoke about and those encounters at the Lama Ranch, Brush Mountain Lodge as well as the kindness of strangers were the real highlights. Having her friend Traci join her for some of this journey was also very impactful for Katrina as well.

To follow Katrina's future adventures check her out on Youtube - @katrinahase and also Instagram - @birdsnbikesnballet

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Cycle Shorts: 1 Day of Your Trip: Jacob Ashton - Türkiye09 Apr 202400:09:27

This is the first episode of Cycle Shorts a new bonus series for Seek Travel Ride, where listeners share 'one day of their trip'.  It's a question I started asking guests of the podcast recently, and I thought it would be great to share stories from our listeners too.  Jacob Ashton shares his story from a day cycling in Turkey near Mt Ararat.

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Cycling the TransAmerica Bike Trail. Kari Loya06 Apr 202401:24:07

Ever wanted to go cycle the TransAmerica Bike Trail? Well this episode features Kari Loya who did just that with his 75 year old dad.  What makes this journey even more unique though was that Kari's dad Merv was suffering from Alzheimers. 

This made the trip far more poignant for Kari, as it was the final opportunity for them both to live out a goal which they had both talked about for years - to bike across America.  Kari talked me through his experiences of this trip, the extra complications brought about from having to also be caregiver to his father, who while physically fit and able to take on the journey, was still showing lots of signs of Alzheimers slowly taking hold.   

This trip really came about because Kari decided to look at what his father could still do, rather than consign him away to Alzheimers completely. As Kari mentioned during the episode, for each of the 73 days of their journey, his father could not recall where they started or where they ended their trip.  Yet his father had a beaming grin, as he cycled up Hoosier Pass, snowbanks either side of him, and was living completely in the moment the entire time on that 7,500km journey.

Kari also took the time to journal this bike tour by way of transcribing over 300 conversations had with strangers along the way. He would later turn this into a book titled Conversations Across America which I can highly recommend.

You can learn more about Kari via his website: ) www.dreamerdoercoaching.com
To purchase his book check out this link - Conversations Across America 

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Bikepacking the Log Drivers Waltz & Tour Divide: Jen Adams30 Mar 202401:14:11

Looking for bikepacking ideas for an adventure in North America?  Then you need to listen to this episode with Jen Adams, bikepacker and curator of the Log Drivers Waltz - an  800km circuitous bikepacking route in Canada. 

Jen and her husband Eric pieced together this route after taking their own bikepacking trip, and realising they had quite a lot to offer up to adventurers in Ottawa, Canada.  Jen has been very active in the outdoor adventure sports community - you could say since childhood.  She is a champion ski marathon racer, as well as accomplished Canoe guide as well.  But lately, bikepacking has become her passion and it really shows.

In 2022 she took  a 7000km  bikepacking trip taking in the grand departs of both the Tour Divide,  as well as the Log Drivers Waltz.  The experiences gained on a trip this big are many and varied, and I especially enjoyed listening to Jen share her insights during our discussion. 

She is also very passionate about increasing participation to these events by those in minority groups and it's great to hear about the grass route projects she has started, which is leading to breaking down the barriers to getting people to to the start line.

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20,000km from Germany to Singapore: Hannah & Jonas23 Mar 202401:34:28

This episode features the story of Hanna and Jonas - two ecologists who recently spent almost two years cycling 20,000kms across 20 countries through Europe and Asia.  They set off from  Germany in April 2022 with the destination of Singapore. Their mission was simple - they wanted  to observe  biodiversity projects, to see how humans are tackling the problems of local biodiversity loss and what we can learn from this. They decided the best way to undertake a trip like this would be on a long distance bicycle trip, one that would span almost two years.

I really enjoyed my chat with Hanna and Jonas, learning more about their adventurous spirit, their experiences along the way and the insights from taking such a trip.  To dealing with the harshness of winter in Europe, seeing the real impact of a changing climate in the high mountains of the Himalaya, to then dealing with consecutive wet seasons once reaching South East Asia.

You can find out more about Hannah and Jonas' trip by following their instagram account - @biking4biodiversity and you can take a more in depth look at their travel adn observations on their website - www.biking4bidoversity.org 



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Bikepacking Adventures through Europe and New Zealand: Viivi Rissanen16 Mar 202401:25:54

This episode features guest Viivi Rissanen who enjoys nothing more than taking adventures on two wheels.  We chat about why she chose the bicycle as the way to explore and her early introduction to cycle touring.  From shorter day trips to longer ones such as her bicycle tour from London to Posnan. 

In 2023 Viivi took a bikepacking trip through New Zealand from north to south -  a land of untamed beauty and unpredictable weather. Facing the elements head-on, Viivi cycled the Tour Aotearoa, navigating from the lush subtropical rainforests of the North Island to the majestic, snow-capped peaks of the South Island.

Viivi was undeterred by torrential rains and the chill of winter, and her story is one of quiet confidence and self-reliance. From the sandy expanse of 90 Mile Beach to the arid plains of Canterbury,  along the way, she encountered generous strangers, tackled unforeseen challenges, and found joy in the simple act of moving forward, one day at a time.

I enjoyed Viivi's reflections on her tour and her approach – prioritising the experience over speed and fancy gear – serves as an inspiring reminder that the greatest adventures often lie in the journey itself, not just the destination.

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