Follow Tyler Epstein, a high school teacher and coach, who embarked on his first cross-country bike tour, riding nearly 2,700 miles from Missouri to the Oregon coast in less than a month. Trading his usual coaching duties for a lightweight gravel bike, he battled mountain sleet, equipment failures, and tight deadlines while discovering how athletic grit and adaptability fuel epic adventures on two wheels.

Beyond the physical challenges, Tyler discovers the transformative power of bike travel, where unexpected encounters with kind strangers and personal breakthroughs become as memorable as the landscapes themselves. It's a compelling reminder that some of life's most profound lessons happen when we venture beyond our comfort zones and trust in the journey ahead.

Catch up with Tyler on Instagram at @tysrides and on YouTube at Ty’s Rides.

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