It’s a thrill to check bikepacking off my 2025 bucket list. The trip might have been my first, but it certainly won’t be my last! I kept an eye on the forecast for days before leaving. Wisconsin has been experiencing a lot of rain. At times, the forecast was pristine, but then it suddenly changedContinue reading “Pedals, Panniers, and Trails: My First Bikepacking Adventure”
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Bikepacking Gear Roundup – Part 2
Figuring out how to carry gear on a bikepacking trip can cause anxiety, especially if you don’t have a bike with dedicated mounting points. Companies are well aware of the growing interest in bikepacking, particularly with non-traditional bikepacking bikes, and now offer solutions that allow you to use any bike for your adventure. Yes, roadContinue reading “Bikepacking Gear Roundup – Part 2”
Bikepacking Gear Roundup – Part 1
One of my goals for this year is to try bikepacking. I lean toward credit card camping (aka hotels, motels, BnBs), but I haven’t ruled out sleeping in a tent. Either way, a multi-day adventure will have me carrying gear on my bike. I currently have two exciting adventures planned. A three-day trip in WisconsinContinue reading “Bikepacking Gear Roundup – Part 1”
Stay Fueled with Easy Access to Nutrition
I first became aware of Relevate Designs by listening to Lael Rides Around the World podcasts. The company is from Lael Wilcox’s home state of Alaska and has been designing bikepacking gear since 2007. In her podcasts, Lael kept mentioning the Mag-Tank bag she uses for carrying her nutrition, making it easy to stay fueledContinue reading “Stay Fueled with Easy Access to Nutrition”
When it’s time for your next adventure: Stay safe, stay connected
Do you frequently cycle or travel to remote areas with spotty or no cellular service? Or perhaps you value the peace of mind of knowing your loved ones can track your exact location? What if an emergency arises and you need to send an S.O.S. call? These are the very reasons I wanted to testContinue reading “When it’s time for your next adventure: Stay safe, stay connected”
Unlocking the Adventure: Your Ultimate Guide to Bikepacking
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 itContinue reading “Unlocking the Adventure: Your Ultimate Guide to Bikepacking”
Pushing the limits to live your dreams
Katie Visco may not be a household name, but her ultra-running accomplishments are mind-blowing. In 2009, Katie ran 3,132 miles solo across the United States from Boston to San Diego. At the age of 23, she became the second youngest and 13th woman to run that route. Ten years later, Katie ran 2,112 miles over 119 days across Australia. Her husband Henley Phillips was her support vehicle, but human-powered, on a bicycle. Henley had to haul their food, water, and gear through the Outback, which at times weighed up to 400 pounds.
Talking ultra-endurance bike racing and more with Lael Wilcox
Today I had the pleasure of interviewing the best female ultra-endurance bike racer, Lael Wilcox. Just some of her race highlights include the 4,600 mile 2016 Trans Am Bike Race from Oregon to Virginia. Her first-place finish took 18 days, 10 minutes. In 2019 she was the first woman to finish the Silk Road MountainContinue reading “Talking ultra-endurance bike racing and more with Lael Wilcox”
Sunflowers and Pedals 