Mountain Bike Podcast Recommendations
I am a big fan of podcasts, in fact I listen to podcasts in all areas that interest me because you can often get a really deep dive into a particular topic. I love a variety of areas; science, finance, business, adventure, cycling etc. As the modern world experiences a change in how we experience the world it is the perfect time to explore and adopt new behaviours, to reflect on what is important in our lives and very importantly that we are a very connected world that can be better if we all work together. I thought I would take this opportunity to introduce you to some podcasts and some specific episodes of podcasts.
As we practice social distancing and self isolation I thought it would be apt to start with a podcast which explores bikepacking and adventure cycling.
Bikes or Death is a podcast centered around the growing sport of bikepacking, adventure cycling, and the outdoors. The show features the amazing people who participate in these activities and contribute so greatly to the cycling community. The Bikes or Death Podcast is dedicated to sharing the stories and experiences of these individuals with the hopes that it inspires others to get outside, get on their bikes, and experience what our natural world has waiting for them. At its heart Bikes or Death is more than just a podcast. Bikes or Death is a lifestyle. It’s the idea that a life without bikes is a life not worth living.
The Host
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Patrick Farnsworth is the host of the Bikes or Death Podcast. Patrick has been an avid cyclist and outdoorsman since his days in the Boy Scouts, and Bikes or Death is simply an extension of his love for cycling and the great outdoors. He and his family call College Station, Texas home, but you can often find him rambling down some remote gravel road in east Texas or hitting the MTB trails of northwest Arkansas.
Suggested episode to start exploring Bike or Death is Lael Wilcox. Lael is one of the most accomplished ultra endurance bikepackers on the planet today. Her accomplishments are beyond impressive as is her humble and down to earth personality. You can keep up with her @laelwilcox on instagram.