Adventure Cyclist

Scenes from the Saddle

 
Cycling is my favorite way to connect to my surroundings. With every pedal stroke, I feel more grounded and in the moment. Each bump in the road beneath my wheels ...
Oct 12th, 2021
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What better way to break in a new bike than to say, “Hey, let’s cycle 350 miles across several states and try bikepacking for the first time”? That’s exactly what ...
Aug 24th, 2021
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Back in 2014, my partner and I were living in New Zealand on a year-long WWOOFing/traveling/life experience-gathering journey. Although we were both experienced cyclists, neither of us had ever done ...
Jul 13th, 2021
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When I first heard about the wild ponies in Southern England’s New Forest National Park, I knew I wanted to go and explore the beautiful landscape and its famous four-legged ...
Jun 7th, 2021
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Most LGBTQ+ adventurers I’ve talked to say the single biggest issue they face in the outdoors is safety. It’s on everyone’s mind. Can I go on this trip safely? Will ...
Apr 14th, 2021
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Since COVID-19, our worlds have become smaller. We’ve stayed home, canceled plans, and spent a lot of time looking back fondly on adventures past or looking forward to post-pandemic adventures ...
Mar 7th, 2021
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Do you ever feel overwhelmed by trip planning? Organizing and executing a bikepacking trip or bike tour is no small feat. There’s gear to gather, food to plan, logistics to ...
Jan 12th, 2021
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You’ve planned your route, packed your panniers, and put your helmet on. Your tire pressure is just right, your lights are fully charged, and snacks are at the ready. Time ...
Dec 4th, 2020
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