Do you think that riding the GDMBR was all fun and games? Most of the time, I was thoroughly enthralled by the scenery and the hills. However, I too battled boredom some days. When the trail got a little too monotonous, here are the ways I kept myself sane.
Read MoreAround Helena, Montana, Encompass Films came out to film Jeni and I while riding the GDMBR. It required some extra patience, but came with some snack perks and a campfire. I think they definitely captured the gist of my mission to get more women comfortable with backcountry adventuring and bikepacking. However, if you want the NON truncated explanation of how a generator hub works, holler at me. ;)
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Review of what worked and what didn't work on the GDMBR about the bike itself.
Read MoreThe end of the trip went from a relaxed ride to something that resembled a team time trial. The border closes at 4:00pm, and my dad and I successfully finished the GDMBR together at 3:43pm.
Read MoreNew Mexico was by far the hardest state in the GDMBR, and it took me by surprise a bit. Here's a bit about the ups and downs of New Mexico.
Read MoreFor all the men who asked me if I was carrying a gun, for all the women who think they can't do something alone, and for anyone who has trouble sleeping in a tent by themselves in the woods, this post is for you.
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