Seek Travel Ride

What's the best thing about taking a bike adventure? I've asked this of many guests now and today I am sharing your responses to this question which I also posed on our instagram account - be sure to follow us there on @SeekTravelRide if you aren't already! We are also going to be transported to the Camino trail in Spain where listeners  I Annabelle and Alex share one day of their trip.  It was quite an eventful day indeed - just one day from their round the world journey. Be sure to follow them via their instagram account - @grainonthegoOld Man Mountain Big thanks to Old Man Mountain for supporting this episode of Seek Travel Ride. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showBuy me a coffee and help support the show!Sign up to the Seek Travel Ride NewsletterFollow us on Social Media!Instagram - @SeekTravelRideWebsite: Seek Travel RideFacebook - Seek Travel RideLeave me a voicemail message Seek Travel Ride Music Playlist available now on both Spotify or Apple Music Thank you to RedShift Sports for supporting the show! - Check them out here

Ever wondered what it would be like to race the Transcontinental Race?  This episode features guest Dr. Sarah Ruggins - a former elite long-distance runner turned ultra cyclist. Sarah shares her inspiring journey from almost total body paralysis due to a neural disease to competing in one of the world's toughest ultra cycling races, the Transcontinental Race (TCR). Despite starting her cycling journey just months before her first race, Sarah demonstrated remarkable resilience and perseverance. She recounts her experience in the 2023 and 2024 editions of the TCR, including the challenges of losing her race partner early in the 2024 edition and continuing solo. Sarah also discusses her plans for a Guinness World Record attempt in 2025 and her efforts to raise awareness for diversity and inclusion in ultra cycling. Sarah is a great example of overcoming adversity, pushing boundaries, and continually striving for improvement. You can follow her via instagram - @_Not_That_Kind_Of_Doctor and check out her World Record fundraiser here - http://lejogle.com/ To see more information about the charities she is fundraising for check out @the_bikeproject and @bikes4RefugeesBig thanks to Old Man Mountain for supporting this episode of Seek Travel Ride. If you’re loving this podcast and want to support the show, visit oldmanmountain.com/seektravelride Not only will you discover great gear for your cycling adventures, but you’ll also help keep Seek Travel Ride going strong. Find out more about our Seek Travel Ride Lightweight Bikepacking Tour!Join me for a 6 night - 5 day tour through the Pyrenees Foothills.Dates - June 28 - July 04Start and Finish: ToulouseCost €1550 per person twin shareFind Out more and Book Your Spot Here Support the showBuy me a coffee and help support the show!Sign up to the Seek Travel Ride NewsletterFollow us on Social Media!Instagram - @SeekTravelRideWebsite: Seek Travel RideFacebook - Seek Travel RideLeave me a voicemail message Seek Travel Ride Music Playlist available now on both Spotify or Apple Music Thank you to RedShift Sports for supporting the show! - Check them out here

Ever wanted to go cycling over the high mountains of Tajikistan on the way to the Pamir Highway? Well in today's episode Mathias let's us know all about one day from his trip with his wife Arev, where they were cycling one of the high mountain passes in Tajikistan.  See the visuals behind this day via their YouTube video. You can also listen to their previous episode on the podcast here.Today we also heard from previous guest Jude Kriwald - and you can listen to his episode here.Click here to find about our Seek Travel Ride Lightweight Bikepacking Tour6 Nights/5 daysStart and Finish in ToulouseHotel stays every night and all meals catered forSupported by two ride leaders - one of them is me!Total cost €1550 per person twin sharePlaces are limited! Don't miss out -  book your spot nowOld Man Mountain Big thanks to Old Man Mountain for supporting this episode of Seek Travel Ride. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showBuy me a coffee and help support the show!Sign up to the Seek Travel Ride NewsletterFollow us on Social Media!Instagram - @SeekTravelRideWebsite: Seek Travel RideFacebook - Seek Travel RideLeave me a voicemail message Seek Travel Ride Music Playlist available now on both Spotify or Apple Music Thank you to RedShift Sports for supporting the show! - Check them out here

Guest Marta Ballús is adventurous cyclist currently solo bikepacking  across South America. Starting in Southern Chile, Marta has navigated through diverse landscapes from the Andes Mountains to the Galapagos Islands. Inspired by a turning point in her life when she got laid off work, Marta decided to take control of her life by embarking on this journey. We discuss her transformation from a fearful to a confident traveler, her experiences with unique local cultures, the hospitality she's encountered, and life-changing moments such as learning to paraglide. A major highlight of her journey is crossing the Salar de Uyuni salt flats in Bolivia. Listen as Marta shares insights about facing fears, gaining self-confidence, and embracing the surprises of solo travel.You can follo Marta's adventures via instagram -@MartasWay and her YouTube Channel Big thanks to Old Man Mountain for supporting this episode of Seek Travel Ride. If you’re loving this podcast and want to support the show, visit oldmanmountain.com/seektravelride Not only will you discover great gear for your cycling adventures, but you’ll also help keep Seek Travel Ride going strong. Find out more about our Seek Travel Ride Lightweight Bikepacking Tour!Join me for a 6 night - 5 day tour through the Pyrenees Foothills.Dates - June 28 - July 04Start and Finish: ToulouseCost €1550 per person twin shareFind Out more and Book Your Spot Here Support the showBuy me a coffee and help support the show!Sign up to the Seek Travel Ride NewsletterFollow us on Social Media!Instagram - @SeekTravelRideWebsite: Seek Travel RideFacebook - Seek Travel RideLeave me a voicemail message Seek Travel Ride Music Playlist available now on both Spotify or Apple Music Thank you to RedShift Sports for supporting the show! - Check them out here