MIC CHECK: Local Legends - Episode 30 with Bikepacking with Sammy Crane-Solis, Shelly Peppe-Nani, and Ranger Dave (Ep. 8)

Welcome to Ep. 30 and the third episode of MIC CHECK. I had really fun time with this conversation and first time having three guests. As I hoped, the conversation flowed with stories and insights of packing, eating, strategizing, and training and what they have learned and gained along the way. We talk about bikepacking primarily in SoCal (e.g. Stagecoach 400) but also reference many other bikepacking adventures (e.g. Arizona Trail).

I had my first bikepacking when I did the Stagecoach 400 in 2012. For those not familiar with the SC 400 - it is a big loop (this year we went clockwise) that starts and ends in the mountains of Idyllwild. It is 400 mile ride/race, unsupported, and to be completed in 5 days. It was the hardest physical thing I've ever done and though I have always considered myself an endurance athlete, this game me a new definition of challenging. If you want to learn more about the SC400, I had a great conversation with Brendan Collier in Ep. 7 about just the Stagecoach - it's origins and the route.

Enjoy this conversation about bikepacking :)

For warning: there are a few bad words and we talk about issues with your privates during these kind of long rides.