Are you ready to hop on your bike and venture into the great outdoors? Bikepacking might just be the adventure you’ve been seeking! I recently moderated a virtual panel discussion, “Unlocking the Adventure: Your Ultimate Guide to Bikepacking,” which was a resounding success. I’m excited to share the highlights with you. Whether you missed it live or want to revisit the insights, I invite you to watch the recording, and I know you’ll walk away with some great tips for your first bikepacking trip!
Why Should You Watch?
Expert Panelists:
We assembled a dream team of three experienced female bikepackers passionate about sharing their insights with you.
Kelly O’Brien: A Chicago-based endurance cyclist with a love for gravel and adventure riding since 2019. Kelly has participated in big events like The Mid South in Oklahoma and SBT GRVL in Colorado, as well as local grassroots events like The Ten Thousand in the Illinois Driftless. She specializes in route planning and point-to-point riding, and has ridden solo from Chicago to St. Louis, Indianapolis, Madison, and more. Kelly’s day job involves creating content for SRAM Road, where she teaches other riders how to use and maintain their SRAM-equipped bikes.
Kim Carlson: An outdoor enthusiast who discovered bikepacking during the pandemic as a way to stay active and explore with friends. Kim always travels with multiple ways to prepare a good cup of coffee, including a portable espresso maker. Her favorite bikepacking trip has been biking to the Mississippi River via the I&M and Hennepin Canal trails, and she plans to bike around Lake Michigan next year.
Kat Leyh: Kat travels everywhere by bike and found bike camping through Out Our Front Door (OOFD) in 2016. Despite getting some gnarly road rash on her first trip, she found a wonderful community and has been hooked ever since! As a volunteer guide with OOFD, Kat is always hyping up the next meal spot, whether it’s Casey’s General Store or somewhere else along the route.
Informative Topics:
Our panelists delved into the essentials of bikepacking, covering a wide range of topics to help you plan your perfect adventure:
Bike Setup: Learn how to prepare any bike—gravel, road, or MTB—for a bikepacking trip.
Gear Choices: Discover the must-have items and the best ways to pack them.
Route Planning: Get tips on how to map out your journey and choose the perfect route.
Inspiring Stories: Hear about our panelists’ favorite bikepacking trips and experiences. Their stories will inspire you to plan your adventure and confidently hit the trails!
Don’t Miss Out!
Whether you’re eager to dive into your first bikepacking adventure or looking to enhance your existing skills, this webinar is for you. Join us for an evening of inspiration, education, and community. Watch the recording now, and let the adventure begin!
***Watch the recording here ***
Join the Community:
If you’re inspired to start bikepacking, consider joining Out Our Front Door (OOFD.org) for guided rides and a supportive community.
Get ready to unlock the adventure and explore the world on two wheels!
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