Bike Life

Imagine pedaling 34,000 kilometers around the world... on a single-speed bike.
Markus Stitz joins us to share his ultimate slow-travel adventure. From grinding through New Zealand’s hills to experiencing the incredible hospitality of Iranian villagers, Markus proves what can happen when you throw away the itinerary and let curiosity lead the way.
Tune in to hear how a simple bike can break down cultural walls, why human connection is the best part of travel, and how the bravest thing you can do is just start pedaling.
Highlights
The reality of tackling the globe without gears.
Heartwarming stories of hospitality from Iran and beyond.
Learning to trust the journey and leave the details behind.

Get ready to be inspired by Markus’ unforgettable story!

Catch up with Markus on his blog, Markus Stitz, and plan your next tour on Bikepacking Scotland.
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Theme Music by Les Konley | Produced by Les Konley

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What do you do when life’s script just isn’t working anymore? You scrap it and write your own. That’s exactly what Marta Ballus did when she walked away from career setbacks and expectations to chase ultimate freedom: a solo bike tour across South America.
From freezing nights in Iceland and battling Patagonia’s brutal gale-force winds to finding peace on endless salt flats, Marta’s story is all about what happens when you trade comfort for a bicycle and a map.
We’re chatting about:
Turning a career setback into the adventure of a lifetime.
Surviving Iceland’s snow and Patagonia’s legendary winds.
How solo bike touring builds ultimate self-confidence.
Finding joy in the unexpected and the kindness of strangers.

Tune in to hear how pushing through the fear can completely reshape your priorities, build unbreakable resilience, and introduce you to the kindest strangers on the planet.
Catch up with Marta on Instagram at @martasway.
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Theme Music by Les Konley | Produced by Les Konley

Happy riding and hosting!

What drives someone to ditch a comfortable life for a solo cycling adventure across the globe?
Host Jerry Kopack chats with James Thomas, a UK cyclist who pedaled from London to India and ended up making the subcontinent his home. We’re diving into his incredible route from tackling grueling Himalayan passes to cruising the beaches of Goa, fueled by spontaneous detours, silent meditation, and the incredible kindness of strangers.
We’re chatting about:
What motivates a rider to trade the comforts of home for the wild unknown.
Navigating the beautiful chaos, from massive mountain peaks to coastal paradise.
How unexpected connections and hospitality can completely reshape your worldview.
Balancing the physical grind of the road with spiritual growth and mindfulness.

Grab a drink, hit play, and get ready for some serious wanderlust!
Catch up with James on his website Really Big Bike Ride, on Instagram @realbigbikeride, on Facebook at Really Big Bike Ride, and on Substack at Alchemy of Adventure.

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Theme Music by Les Konley | Produced by Les Konley

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Ever wonder what happens when you trade a GPS for a stack of handwritten letters? This week, we’re chatting with Jordi Möllering, an actor-turned-courier who pedaled from the Netherlands to Kazakhstan on a mission that was part mail delivery, part total leap of faith.
We’re chatting about:
A journey dictated by letters, where each delivery point decided the next destination.
Navigating the snowy peaks of the Caucasus and the endless, lonely stretches of the Kazakh steppe.
How a simple letter can break through language barriers and turn strangers into lifelong friends.
Finding resilience in the wild and rediscovering the power of "analog" human connection.

Forget the map and join us for a story about traveling with purpose, one doorstep at a time. It’s a wild ride through the mountains and into the homes of people who remind us that kindness is a universal language.
Catch up with Jordi on Instagram @6lettersdotcom and on his blog, 6 Letters to the End of the World.

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Theme Music by Les Konley | Produced by Les Konley

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55,000km of Freedom 🚲
Ever wondered what happens when you just... keep pedaling?
Rachel Yaseen does. She traded the "normal" life for a 55,000km journey across Europe, Southeast Asia, and the Australian Outback.
From Denmark to Croatia and deep into the jungles of Thailand, she’s seen it all. We’re talking about the highs of community yoga in the park and the lows of recovering from a major crash in a foreign land. It’s a raw, beautiful look at what it’s like to live life at "bicycle speed."
What we chat about:
Crossing continents and finding home wherever you park your bike
Conquering one of Thailand’s most grueling (and rewarding) routes
How kindness from strangers and fellow travelers makes the miles worth it
Finding joy in simplicity, resilience, and human connection

Rachel’s story is packed with the inspiration you need to get rolling on your own bicycle tour, whether it's across town or cross-country!
Catch up with Rachel on Facebook and on Instagram @rachelyassen.

Join the community at Warmshowers.org, follow us on Instagram @Warmshowers_org, and visit us on Facebook.
Watch this and all episodes of the Bike Life Podcast on YouTube.
Special thanks to our sponsor, Bikeflights – the best in bicycle shipping service and boxes, guaranteed.
Theme Music by Les Konley | Produced by Les Konley

Happy riding and hosting!