Istanbul, Turkey was one of the places I wanted to travel to the most. From the alluring geography, history, and geopolitical importance that shaped this part of the world and its influence on other societies was the pull that became … Read More
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Top 10 Bikepacking Campouts
Location, Catskills, NY One of the best parts of bikepacking is finding a location that’s flat, not too sparse, and has a great view. It’s a bonus if it’s on top of a summit which can lend itself to sunrises … Read More
Pedaling Through Jambiani, Zanzibar
Pedaling Through Jambiani, Zanzibar It was a hot pedal out of Jambiani with Eddie through Paije. We started out on soft sand, then pavement for a hard 10-mile stretch underneath the sun before rolling on the red clay off-road tracks … Read More
Pedaling Through Nungwi, Zanzibar
Nestled in the Indian Ocean east of Tanzania is Zanzibar. A 60-mile island north to south with beaches that stretch to infinity until you find the next sand bar. But before the ocean lays the road. A mix of paved … Read More
Amsterdam City Touring
City Cycling Journal The euro horns of the police cars sounding off were the first thing I heard when stepping on the cobbled streets of Amsterdam. It was perfect, and it reminded me of an old daydream I had long … Read More
Colombia Bike Rig
Colombia Bike Rig The Colombia bike rig. This was a serious setup. And one of my more important rigs to focus on as this was an international bikepacking trip and resources may be slim. For this one in particular, we’ll … Read More
Mastering The Lens: Bikepacking Photography
Bikepacking became influential to my photography. It constantly pushes me to rethink my craft. … Read More
Hong Kong – The Twisted City
It was 7 am when I arrived in Hong Kong. A few hundred Hong dollars loaded on my Octopus Card and I was off via the MTR to Causeway Bay where I’ll be staying for 4 days before Diane arrives. … Read More
George’s 2017 Soma Juice 29er
George’s 2017 Soma Juice 29er Bikepacking is something I like to coin an extreme mellow sport. And choosing the right tool for the job (Bike) can make or break your comfort & trip. Route planning, gear checking and the proper … Read More
