Episodes
Nov. 30, 2025
Finding Rhythm on the Road
Ines Hartmuth, a classically trained trumpet player, embarks on a 10-week solo bike tour through southern France, blending spontaneous travel with music to seek creative freedom and personal connection.
Nov. 16, 2025
Bikepacking Across Wild Frontiers
Eliza Sampey, an adventurer, bikepacker, and physical therapist, has combined nomadic travel, humanitarian aid, and the joy of exploring wild places by bike.
Nov. 2, 2025
Pack, Ship, Tour with Bikeflights
Sue George, lifelong cyclist and vice president of Bikeflights, explains how her passion for cycling and expertise in bike shipping make touring easier and more accessible for riders everywhere.
Oct. 19, 2025
The Power of Slow Travel
Ted Eliason spent nearly four years cycling solo across 56 countries and five continents, embracing challenges, cultural immersion, and personal transformation while navigating the world by bicycle.
Oct. 5, 2025
Embracing Kindness on the Road
Tyler Epstein embraced his lifelong dream of cycling across the country, discovering both the challenges and deep human connections of long-distance bike touring while riding self-supported from Missouri to the Oregon coast.
Sept. 21, 2025
Riding Into the Unknown A 3-Year Journey
Simon Brain shares how he and his fiancée went from novice riders to completing a three-year, 35-country round-the-world bike tour, embracing wild camping, unexpected dangers, Warmshowers hospitality, and a life-changing commitment to adventure.
Sept. 7, 2025
Bridging Worlds by Bike
Matthias Schwartz, an Italian cyclist, pedaled 20,000 kilometers from Italy to Iran and back for his best friend’s wedding, discovering remarkable hospitality and cultural connections throughout the Middle East.
Aug. 24, 2025
Life Lessons from 60,000 Kilometers on the Road
Isaak Vanthomme shares how five years and over 60,000 kilometers on the road have shaped his passion for climate awareness, connection with people, and the beauty of living simply while bike touring around the world.
Aug. 10, 2025
Overcoming Limits, Embracing Adventure
Jeffrey McElfresh, a cyclist living with CMT1A, finds freedom and inspiration through long-distance bike touring while advocating for disability representation on the road.
July 27, 2025
Human Connections Across Continents
Paul Edkins and Vivian Metairie, two solo cyclists from Europe, forged an unexpected and lasting friendship while biking from Europe to South Africa, discovering that the true magic of bicycle touring lies in shared adventures, overcoming challenges, and deep human connections found along the way.
July 13, 2025
Solitude, Strength, and Connection
Embark on an inspiring journey with Calliopé Georgousi, who traveled across 12 European countries, from the UK to Greece. Along the way, they navigated diverse landscapes, unexpected route changes, and found a balance between...
June 29, 2025
5 Continents, 5 Years, 5 Causes
Discover the incredible journey of PL and Kristen Meindertsma, who are cycling across five continents over five years for five causes, aiming to raise $2.5 million for organizations in business, sports, and education. Beyond ...
June 15, 2025
Global Hobo: Life on Wheels
Discover what happens when a passion for travel evolves into a lifelong adventure on two wheels. Join Helen Dainty, a.k.a. hels on wheels, who has pedaled through 90 countries over nearly two decades. She shares tales from re...
June 1, 2025
Adventure Cycling Across Rwanda
Discover the allure of cycling in Rwanda with Bruno Peelman as he unveils the country's hidden gems and adventurous spirit. From the scenic Congo Nile Trail to vibrant local culture and smooth roads, Rwanda offers a safe and ...
May 19, 2025
Pedaling Legends, Epic Adventures
What does it take to build a biking partnership that spans decades and thousands of miles? Ken Francis and Phillip Robinson share how a chance online meeting led to unforgettable adventures across the US, Europe, and beyond—f...
May 5, 2025
Redefining Boundaries Through Cycling
Cat Lau, a visual science communicator and second-generation Chinese Canadian, found empowerment, healing, and connection by riding solo from Vancouver to San Diego, challenging cultural expectations and embracing the freedom and resilience of long-distance cycling.
April 21, 2025
Cycling Sparks Creative Connections
James Crossley, an artist and bike tour enthusiast, creatively blends art and bicycle touring through his innovative Middle Ground project, a traveling artist residency on a cargo bike that fosters connections across diverse communities.
April 7, 2025
Pedaling Past Limits
Ken Reinke, a diabetic and polio survivor, has turned his passion for cycling into an inspirational journey of over 9,000 miles post-60, sharing his love for adventure through both pedaling across the country and his book, "The Road Spoke."
March 3, 2025
Fearless on Two Wheels
Emma Karslake, an adventurer and cycling tour guide, shares her journey of embracing solo female travel, offering practical tips on bike maintenance and touring confidence, while fostering an empowering message for women to embark on their own cycling adventures.
Feb. 17, 2025
Exploring World Cultures by Bike
Ben Clark is living his best life cycling through diverse cultures, navigating challenges, and sharing his global bicycle touring adventure while gaining personal fulfillment and inspiring others.
Dec. 23, 2024
Taiwan's Cycling Secrets
Mark Tovell captures the essence of Taiwan's diverse landscapes, welcoming locals, and the unique challenges of high-altitude roads while sharing his story and insights with fellow touring cyclists.
Dec. 9, 2024
Financially Poor and Experience Rich
Scott Sharick, a resilient cyclist and photographer, has found an inspiring way to blend the freedom of around-the-world bicycle touring, the drive to maintain health after a stroke, a minimalist lifestyle, and a deep appreciation for the cultures of Southeast Asia.
Nov. 25, 2024
Biking Beyond Sixty
Lisa Watts, author of "Crossing Bridges," shares her transformative 3,000-mile cycling journey along the East Coast Greenway, blending the thrill of long-distance biking, insights into aging gracefully, and the joy of meaningful connections.
Nov. 11, 2024
Epic Family Bike Journey Across America
Justin Wolfenberg and his children, Henry and Leila, recount their transformative summer cycling the Transamerica route, overcoming personal challenges and encountering heartwarming acts of kindness along their journey.