Cycling Through Central Asia - Silk Road Cities and Desert Landscapes: Olly Hargreaves
This week we have another update from teh road by intrepid adventurer Olly Hargreaves who is making his way from the UK to Thailand. This update takes us specifically to what it's been like cycling through Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan, on the route of the Old Silk Road. You can follow Olly's travels via his instagram - @sagas.of_olly.hargreaves You can also hear his dad Phill's previous two episodes here: Part 1 and Part 2Check out Ombraz Sunglasses - I'm a fan and I think you will be too!Support the showBuy me a coffee and help support the show! I’m an affiliate for a few brands I genuinely use and recommend including: 👉 Helinox – Lightweight outdoor chairs & gear 👉 Ombraz – Armless sunglasses perfect for bike travel 👉 CycPlus– ePumps (enter code STR for 5% off!) Follow us on Social Media!Instagram - @SeekTravelRideFacebook - Seek Travel Ride Check out my YouTube channel Sign up to the Seek Travel Ride Newsletter Leave me a voicemail message Seek Travel Ride Music Playlist available now on both Spotify or ...
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Cycling Adventure From Rossi to Aussie: Fergal Guihen (Pt 1)
From not knowing how to fix a puncture to leaving Ireland to cycle to Australia via Iran, Afghanistan, China and beyond, Fergal Guihen shows how saying yes to fear can change everything.Listen if: You’ve ever thought, “I’d love to take off on an adventure… but I wouldn’t even know where to start.”Key takeaways:Fear is the compass: When faced with two routes, Fergal picked the scarier one and discovered for him this would lead to the richest experiences.Hospitality beats headlines: The countries that made him most nervous (Iran, Afghanistan, China) turned out to be the most generous.Commit out loud: Telling others he was going made backing out impossible. Accountability is the fuel for your adventure.Golden quote: “I’d rather try and fail than not try at all.”Links mentioned in this episode:Donate to Fergal’s fundraiser for suicide prevention Mayo Roscommon Hospice & NorthWest Stop: Follow Fergal on InstagramPrevious Guests and episodes mentioned:David McCourt - Part 1 and Part 2Emily Hulbert Check out Ombraz Sunglasses - I'm a fan and I think you will be too! Check out Zorali for all your outdoor adventure needs!Support the showBuy me a coffee and help support the show! I’m an affiliate for a few brands I genuinely use and recommend including: 👉 Helinox – Lightweight outdoor chairs & gear 👉 Ombraz – Armless sunglasses perfect for bike travel 👉 CycPlus– ePumps (enter code STR for 5% off!) Follow us on Social Media!Instagram - @SeekTravelRideFacebook - Seek Travel Ride Check out my YouTube channel Sign up to the Seek Travel Ride Newsletter Leave me a voicemail message Seek Travel Ride Music Playlist available now on both Spotify or ...
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Bikepacking Across Europe & an Unforgettable Experience in Latvia: Juliana Fontana
This week listener Juliana Fontana recounts an unforgettable experience during her bikepacking adventure across Europe. She tells us about an encounter in Latvia with a 90year old legend called Imants. This one will put a huge smile on your face guaranteed!Follow the rest of Juliana's bikepacking adventures via her instagram - @juliana_ftSupport the showBuy me a coffee and help support the show! I’m an affiliate for a few brands I genuinely use and recommend including: 👉 Helinox – Lightweight outdoor chairs & gear 👉 Ombraz – Armless sunglasses perfect for bike travel 👉 CycPlus– ePumps (enter code STR for 5% off!) Follow us on Social Media!Instagram - @SeekTravelRideFacebook - Seek Travel Ride Check out my YouTube channel Sign up to the Seek Travel Ride Newsletter Leave me a voicemail message Seek Travel Ride Music Playlist available now on both Spotify or ...
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Breaking Cycling Records Without Breaking Yourself: Samuel Thompson
How do you ride 4,750km around France and set a world record without falling into the trap of needless suffering? Guest Samuel Thompson shares his experiences doing just that.Listen if: you’re curious about ultra-cycling, want smarter strategies for big goals, or just love a good pastry-fueled adventure.Key takeaways:Routine beats heroics: Consistency in sleep, riding hours, and food is more sustainable than “one more push” Prep trumps panic: Plan your route, resupply, and logistics ahead so you can actually enjoy the ride Gratitude shifts the game: Remembering you get to do this makes even the hard moments lighterFood is strategy: Sometimes 19 ice creams and 4 croissants in a day is exactly the fuel you need.Follow Samuel via his instagram - @touriste.routier and @acier.cc You can also check out his coaching services via - Acier.ccCheck out Ombraz Sunglasses - I'm a fan and I think you will be too! Check out Zorali for all your outdoor adventure needs!Support the showBuy me a coffee and help support the show! I’m an affiliate for a few brands I genuinely use and recommend including: 👉 Helinox – Lightweight outdoor chairs & gear 👉 Ombraz – Armless sunglasses perfect for bike travel 👉 CycPlus– ePumps (enter code STR for 5% off!) Follow us on Social Media!Instagram - @SeekTravelRideFacebook - Seek Travel Ride Check out my YouTube channel Sign up to the Seek Travel Ride Newsletter Leave me a voicemail message Seek Travel Ride Music Playlist available now on both Spotify or ...
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Bikepacking Route of Caravans: Kurt Werby
This week I feature listener Kurt Werby who is giving us an update on his upcoming bikepacking adventure on Route of Caravans in Morocco. I first featured Kurt earlier this year when he decided to take on this route. Now just a couple of weeks from beginning the adventure we hear how Kurt has prepared himself for taking this one on. Follow Kurt via his instagram account - @kurtwerby Support the showBuy me a coffee and help support the show! I’m an affiliate for a few brands I genuinely use and recommend including: 👉 Helinox – Lightweight outdoor chairs & gear 👉 Ombraz – Armless sunglasses perfect for bike travel 👉 CycPlus– ePumps (enter code STR for 5% off!) Follow us on Social Media!Instagram - @SeekTravelRideFacebook - Seek Travel Ride Check out my YouTube channel Sign up to the Seek Travel Ride Newsletter Leave me a voicemail message Seek Travel Ride Music Playlist available now on both Spotify or ...
Seek Travel Ride is a weekly podcast dedicated to the world of bikepacking, cycle touring, and long-distance bicycle adventures. Hosted by Bella Molloy, each episode features inspiring interviews with adventurers from around the globe, sharing their unique journeys and the stories behind their epic rides. Aiming to fuel that sense of wanderlust for bikepackers, cycle tourers, and travel enthusiasts alike, each episode explores the human side of cycling adventures, offering fresh insights, tips, and inspiration for anyone dreaming of exploring the world on two wheels.
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