Matthew Galat | Adding Fuel to Life - Ja Yoe + Tips for Cycling in China

In this episode of the Bikepack Adventures Podcast, I have a chance to speak with Colin Unsworth. What's interesting about Colin is that he is a naturalist, a re-wilder and lives on a canal boat. He calls himself a free-wilder, preferring to be naked in nature. In the summer of 2022, Colin and his partner Sadie, rode a tandem bike 1000 miles from John O'Groats to Land's End in the United Kingdom. The catch is that they did it totally in the buff. Throughout today's episode we talk about the logistics of cycling naked across the U.K., challenges with society's views towards nudity and various other interesting occurrences throughout the trip. They departed on the adventure with the intent of raising funds for a couple charities and surprisingly, with the amount of publicity they received, they were able to raise far more than planned.To support the Bike Tour Adventures podcast, follow the links below:https://www.patreon.com/bikepackadventures orhttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/bikepackadventures Join the RideWithGPS Bikepack Adventures ClubFind them at:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/col.unsworthWebsite: https://foresthorizons.wixsite.com/nakedacrossbritainFind me at…WEBSITEYOUTUBEFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMITUNESShow SponsorsRedshift Sports --> Use code BPA15 to save 15% at checkoutRestrap --> Use code BTAPOD10 to save 10% at checkoutChiru BikesBrockton CycleryPanorama Cycles RaceDay Fuel --> Use code BTA10 to save 10% at checkout

26 Maj 20231h

In this episode of the Bikepack Adventures podcast, I finally have the opportunity to learn a bit more about Sofiane Sehili. When I first reached out to Sofiane over a year ago, he told me that he's done a ton of podcasts and that he'd be happy to come on the show, so long as our conversation is on something new. After following Sofiane and his partner's adventure throughout SE Asia this past winter, I thought this was the perfect opportunity to have him share his adventure and talk about bike touring during bikepack racing's off-season. Most people will know Sofiane as a Parisian bike courier turned bikepacker, as a racer that has un unnatural ability to stay up for really long periods of time and of course, as a pretty highly regarded singer. What you may not know is that it all started for Sofiane on a bike trip in SE Asia years earlier. This time around he came back so he could share the experience with his partner.To support the Bike Tour Adventures podcast, follow the links below:https://www.patreon.com/bikepackadventures orhttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/bikepackadventures Join the RideWithGPS Bikepack Adventures ClubFind them at:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sofianeshl/?hl=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sofiane.shlYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@sofianeshlWebsite: https://sofianesehili.com/Find me at…WEBSITEYOUTUBEFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMITUNESShow SponsorsRedshift Sports --> Use code BPA15 to save 15% at checkoutRestrap --> Use code BTAPOD10 to save 10% at checkoutChiru BikesBrockton CycleryPanorama CyclesRaceDay Fuel --> Use code BTA10 to save 10% at checkout

25 Apr 20231h 58min

In this episode of the Bikepack Adventures podcast, I record an episode on Fatbiking the Petit Train du Nord, which I did in March 2023 over a 4-day period. Throughout this episode, I go into detail on what parts of the trail can be ridden, conditions, stops and resupply. To support the Bike Tour Adventures podcast, follow the links below:https://www.patreon.com/bikepackadventures orhttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/bikepackadventures Join the RideWithGPS Bikepack Adventures Club Find me at…WEBSITEYOUTUBEFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMITUNESShow SponsorsRedshift Sports --> Use code BPA15 to save 15% at checkoutRestrap --> Use code BTAPOD10 to save 10% at checkoutChiru BikesBrockton CycleryPanorama Cycles --> Use code BTA15 to save 15% on a 2023 Chic-Chocs fatbike at checkoutRaceDay Fuel --> Use code BTA10 to save 10% at checkout

13 Apr 202346min

In this episode of the Bikepack Adventures podcast, I had the chance to connect with Jerry Kopack. It's quite interesting, because he had recently been on a couple other podcasts, but I felt that there was so much I still wanted to learn about him, and figured there is no better time than the present. When Jerry first reached out, I thought he just wanted to promote his book, but surprisingly, we didn't talk too much about his book and instead spent our time talking about his journey from working for corporate America, to founding a hospice, to taking off on a 2-month bikepacking trip in Africa, which led to the journey lasting nearly 2 years. With a continual question propelling him forward, Jerry only ever tried to answer the question "Am I using my time well?" In the aftermath of his adventures, Jerry has taken on a role with Warmshowers on the Board of Governors and also as "the finance dude" as a means of giving back to the community that helped change his life. You might also recognize his voice from Bike Life, the Warmshowers podcast, as he has taken on some of the duties to lighten the load of the other host. To support the Bike Tour Adventures podcast, follow the links below:https://www.patreon.com/bikepackadventures orhttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/bikepackadventures Join the RideWithGPS Bikepack Adventures ClubFind them at:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jerrykopack/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGUcg3twY9nnX3JcHFJbjRAWebsite: https://jerrykopack.com/Find me at…WEBSITEYOUTUBEFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMITUNESShow SponsorsSave 15% at Redshift Sports by using the code BPA15.Save 10% at Restrap when you use the code BPA10Chiru BikesBrockton CycleryPanorama Cycles Save 10% off you purchase at RaceDay Fuel when you use the code BPA10

29 Mars 20232h 15min

In this episode of the Bikepack Adventures podcast, I take some time to reflect on my recent 3rd place finish at the Wendigo Fatbike Ultra. The Wendigo Fatbike Ultra is a fatbike race that takes palce in the Ottawa Valley, providing riders an option of 200, 100 or 50km. To support the Bike Tour Adventures podcast, follow the links below:https://www.patreon.com/bikepackadventures orhttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/bikepackadventures Join the RideWithGPS Bikepack Adventures ClubFind them at:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wendigo_ultra/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100083628097612Website: https://wendigoultra.blogspot.com/Find me at…WEBSITEYOUTUBEFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMITUNESShow SponsorsRedshift Sports --> Use code BPA15 to save 15% at checkoutRestrap --> Use code BTAPOD10 to save 10% at checkoutBrockton CycleryPanorama Cycles RaceDay Fuel --> Use code BTA10 to save 10% at checkout

22 Mars 202324min

In this episode of the Bikepack Adventures podcast, I had the opportunity to speak with my cycling coach Peter Glassford. At the Consummate Athlete, the goal is simple; to help people lead their best active, adventurous lives through coaching, videos, podcasts, articles and events. Throughout our conversation, we talk about my own personal journey into bikepacking and what I have created for the greater community, both in terms of the podcast, route-sharing website, my own Grand Depart event and of course my latest endeavour, the Canadian Shield Bikepacking Summit. We then change directions and I throw some questions Peter's way, on things that I am constantly thinking about, such as training, eating, the importance of heart-rate as a means of measuring performance, alcohol, and more. Far from being the usual podcast style you are so used to listening to, I hope you enjoy this conversation with Peter. If you enjoy this episode and are looking for a little more guidance in your preparation for the coming season of cycling adventures, I highly recommend you check out www.consummateathlete.com.A huge thank you to Dave Weil for increasing his support pledge through Patreon.I hope you will also consider supporting this podcast.To support the Bike Tour Adventures podcast, follow the links below:https://www.patreon.com/bikepackadventures orhttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/bikepackadventures Join the RideWithGPS Bikepack Adventures ClubFind them at:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/consummateathlete/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/consummateathleteYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgI4Bth1qen4yDO-rJlGNhgTwitter: https://twitter.com/consummateathWebsite: https://consummateathlete.com/Find me at…WEBSITEYOUTUBEFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMITUNESShow SponsorsRedshift Sports --> Use code BPA15 to save 15% at checkoutRestrap --> Use code BTAPOD10 to save 10% at checkoutBrockton CycleryPanorama CyclesRaceDay Fuel...

5 Mars 20231h 55min

In this episode of the Bikepack Adventures podcast, I have a chance to speak with Greg Andre-Barrett, someone who has been on my radar since I saw he was tackling the ONXL. The ONXL is a series of connected bikepacking routes throughout Ontario, which account for over 6000km of predominantly off-road touring. After doing a little more research into Greg, I realized he has bikepacked all over the world, and that he is just an amazing human being. From his volunteer work getting bikes to those less fortunate to volunteering to teach English in poorer countries, Greg still finds time to ride his bike and take on some mighty big challenges.To support the Bike Tour Adventures podcast, follow the links below:https://www.patreon.com/bikepackadventures orhttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/bikepackadventures Greg Andre-BarrettBrian Karbowski (pledge increase)Join the RideWithGPS Bikepack Adventures ClubFind them at:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gregbikingwithoutborders/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GregBikingWithoutBordersYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@gregbikingwithoutbordersWebsite: https://gregbikingwithoutborders.blog/Find me at…WEBSITEYOUTUBEFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMITUNESShow SponsorsRedshift Sports --> Use code BPA15 to save 15% at checkoutRestrap --> Use code BTAPOD10 to save 10% at checkoutChiru BikesBrockton CycleryPanorama Cycles --> Use code BTA15 to save 15% on a 2023 Chic-Chocs fatbike at checkoutRaceDay Fuel --> Use code BTA10 to save 10% at checkout

27 Feb 20231h 41min

In this episode of the Bikepack Adventures podcast, I have a chance to dive deep into cold biking with Doug Dunlop. A veteran winter biker with decades of experience riding in the winter, Doug was one of the first people to reach out with advice when I complained of cold feet this winter when I got a fatbike. Doug has participated in numerous winter biking events, countless overnighters and was also on the start line of the first Iditarod Trail Invitational after it changed from being the Iditabike. Doug is also an advocate for getting children involved in winter exploration and when his children were younger he took them on multiple overnight adventures. He also makes his own custom winter-riding gear which he sells on his site coldbike.com. To support the Bike Tour Adventures podcast, follow the links below:https://www.patreon.com/bikepackadventures orhttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/bikepackadventures Join the RideWithGPS Bikepack Adventures ClubFind them at:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coldbike/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/doug.coldbike.7Website: http://coldbike.com/Find me at…WEBSITEYOUTUBEFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMITUNESShow SponsorsRedshift Sports --> Use code BPA15 to save 15% at checkoutRestrap --> Use code BTAPOD10 to save 10% at checkoutChiru BikesBrockton CycleryPanorama Cycles --> Use code BTA15 to save 15% on a 2023 Chic-Chocs fatbike at checkoutRaceDay Fuel --> Use code BTA10 to save 10% at checkout

31 Jan 20232h 21min