Self-supported,
lung bursting climb/push on a fully loaded mountain bike. Dark, wet,
and cold night in a blood sucking leech infested jungle 550m above sea
level. Sheltered only with tarps and hammocks hanged above slippery,
muddy slope. Creepy night sounds, and constantly keeping our fingers
crossed for no “surprise hello” from a red headed krait (nocturnal
venomous snake) when out for a midnight pee...
Despite all of the mentioned challenges, three of us unanimously agreed this was one hell of a ride. We’re lovin it!
Despite all of the mentioned challenges, three of us unanimously agreed this was one hell of a ride. We’re lovin it!
Bikepacking
differs from traditional bicycle touring. Lightweight and rackless bag
systems are the key ingredients, thus making trail like this manageable.
Pondering... as i ride without racks, panniers and the kitchen sink...
If the ultralight and rackless bag systems work in a wildland tour. So why not use it for traditional bicycle touring? (If i ever do one day) Travelling light is often better, covering bigger distances, and freedom to roam... almost anywhere!
Yeah... Almost anywhere! Over the rocks, roots, and unleveled terrain...
To a place with nothing but pure nature spa and retreat in an exotic jungle hideaway...
Paradise!
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