Ever wanted to take a bike tour from Alaska to Argentina? Well this episode features guest James Benson-King who did just that. This journey took a year and a half to complete and connected the very northern tip of North America with the very Southern Tip of South America. But it was the adventures contained within those start and finish points that bring out the true fun of bike touring. From encountering a snowstorm early on in the trip in Alaska, to pedalling for 900kms using just one leg due...
Sep 14, 2024•1 hr 38 min•Season 2Ep. 89
Get transported to a day riding on the mountainous roads in Lesotho as listener Laura McMillan shares what it was like during one day of her trip! You can follow Laura's journey on instagram - @LauraBikesAndSnacks and keep your eye peeled for a full length feature episode with Laura in the weeks to come. If you'd like to get featured for your own episode in our mid-week mini episodes send me an email and tell me all about one day of your own bike adventure. Check out RedWhite Apparel and get you...
Sep 10, 2024•13 min
In this episode I feature guest Sheelagh Daly who's first experience of bike travel was a trip from Scotland all the way to Croatia. Sheelagh found that through bike travel she discovered what she was capable of. Taking solo journeys taught her so much about herself and she speaks candidly about how she manages her anxiety over longer journeys as well. Since that first adventure Sheelagh came back to Canada, worked in the bike travel industry and has continued to travel far and wide by bicycle. ...
Sep 07, 2024•1 hr 31 min•Season 2Ep. 88
Join guest Laura Killingbeck share one day of her trip, cycling through the vast desert landscapes in the U.S as she ponders - 'where do you get courage to take solo bike journeys?' You can follow Laura via her instagram page - @LauraKillingbeck Listen to our previous full feature episode with Laura here Want your bike adventure to be featured for a mid-week mini episode? Then send me an email and let me know about one day of your trip. Check out RedWhite Apparel and get yourself a pair of bib s...
Sep 03, 2024•12 min
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 me...
Aug 31, 2024•1 hr 20 min•Season 2Ep. 87
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. Check out RedWhite Apparel and get yourself a pair of bib shorts that will keep you comfortable for hours on end! Support t...
Aug 27, 2024•19 min
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, aime...
Aug 24, 2024•1 hr 29 min•Season 2Ep. 86
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. If you'd like to listen to my full feature episode with Helen you can find it here: To watch the story Helen shared for us in video format check it out via her YouTube Channel Follow her on instagram - @HelsOnWheels Get in touch for your chance to be featured in our Cycle Shorts series - simply send me an email or send me a DM on Instagram - @SeekTravelRide Check ou...
Aug 20, 2024•14 min
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 a...
Aug 17, 2024•1 hr 27 min•Season 2Ep. 85
Ever dreamt of what it would be like to cycle across the Transfǎgǎrǎșan Pass in Romania on a bike adventure? Well listen to Jess Thomas share her experience of doing just that as she recalls what it was like for one day of her trip. Want to be featured for your own episode of Cycle Shorts? Get in touch and send me a direct message on instagram - @SeekTravelRide - and I will let you know how to get involved. Follow Jess and her adventures on Instagram via - @jess_revolveyourself Check out RedWhit...
Aug 13, 2024•15 min
Stephen Drew shares his experiences gained from a bikepacking tour through Namibia's vast landscapes. Stephen called this his Ride of Independance and his journey to taking on such a challenging route is full of overcoming adversity. Stephen's is an an experienced Mountain Biker, and regularly participated in the racing scene at events such as the Trans Alps. His first experiences of touring were actually taken on a motorbike and it was during one of these trips that a freak accident resulted in...
Aug 10, 2024•1 hr 35 min•Season 2Ep. 84
Have you ever had a day battling hard against a strong headwind? Then listen to guest James Benson-King share one day of his trip from Alaska to Ushuaia - and a particularly windy day in Argentina. Be sure to give James a follow on his instagram channel - @bikingvikingrides as well as YouTube Want to share your story and be featured on Seek Travel Ride? Get in touch - send me a message on Instagram - @SeekTravelRide Check out RedWhite Apparel and get yourself a pair of bib shorts that will keep ...
Aug 06, 2024•14 min
Imagine setting off for a bicycle tour from Europe, destination the other side of the world. Well in this episode I speak with guest Laura Willerton who has done exactly that. Her journey started as a team of two, with her then boyfriend Bruno. They parted company part way through the trip, but Laura has chosen to continue on this journey solo. Laura shares her experiences of cycling through various countries, the challenges she faced, and the incredible hospitality she encountered along the way...
Aug 03, 2024•1 hr 32 min•Season 2Ep. 83
What's the most eventful start to a bicycle tour you could imagine? Well chances are our guest for today's episode of Cycle Shorts - Stephen Counsell - has an experience that will rival most! He shares what it was like for one day of his trip which occurred in Colombia and that very first day of riding turned out to be quite eventful! Want to share your story and be featured on Seek Travel Ride? Get in touch - send me a message on Instagram - @SeekTravelRide Check out RedWhite Apparel and get yo...
Jul 30, 2024•18 min
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 a...
Jul 27, 2024•1 hr 35 min•Season 2Ep. 82
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 ...
Jul 23, 2024•11 min
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 wit...
Jul 20, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Season 2Ep. 81
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. Want t...
Jul 16, 2024•11 min
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 t...
Jul 13, 2024•1 hr 55 min•Season 2Ep. 80
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". You can follow their current adventure via their instagram account - @goodbyebybicycle Check out RedWhite ...
Jul 09, 2024•12 min
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 si...
Jul 06, 2024•1 hr 31 min•Season 2Ep. 79
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. Check out RedWhite Apparel and get yourself a pair of bib shorts that will keep you comfortable for hours on end! Support the show Buy me a coffee and help support the show! I’m...
Jul 02, 2024•15 min
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 experie...
Jun 29, 2024•1 hr 21 min•Season 2Ep. 78
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 whil...
Jun 25, 2024•11 min
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 challen...
Jun 22, 2024•1 hr 38 min•Season 2Ep. 77
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. You can find out more about James via his instagram account - @baile_james and learn about his current adventures from his website - https://vintagevan.life/ Check out RedWhite App...
Jun 18, 2024•11 min
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...
Jun 15, 2024•1 hr 32 min•Season 2Ep. 76
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 ...
Jun 11, 2024•10 min
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 ev...
Jun 08, 2024•1 hr 29 min•Season 2Ep. 75
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. You can follow Sue's future adventures via her instagram account - @sue_chapple Check out RedWhite Apparel and get yourself a pair of bib short...
Jun 04, 2024•11 min
