Best Silk Road Mountain Race Podcasts (2025)

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HMR Day 5: Spiralling Upward 27:48

1d ago27:48

27:48

Welcome to our podcast coverage of the third Hellenic Mountain Race, supported by Albion, Tailfin, Pertex and STYRKR. By Day 5 of the Hellenic Mountain Race, everyone is feeling it. Fatigue is universal, moods are mixed, and the weather, like the terrain, has it's own ups and downs. In this episode we start at Checkpoint 2 for some of the final rid…

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HMR Day 4: Halfway Human 25:49

2d ago25:49

25:49

Welcome to our podcast coverage of the third Hellenic Mountain Race, supported by Albion, Tailfin, Pertex and STYRKR. Tucked into the mountains at the halfway point of the race, Checkpoint 2 has a kind of gravity to it. The views are big, the vibes are laid back, and time starts to melt for everyone who enters the compound. In today’s episode, repo…

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HMR Day 3: Checkpoint 1 at Munti Smolikas 30:42

3d ago30:42

30:42

Welcome to our podcast coverage of the third Hellenic Mountain Race, supported by Albion, Tailfin, Pertex and STYRKR. All of our riders have now passed Checkpoint 1 and collected their first stamp. Checkpoint 1 marks a key moment in the Hellenic Mountain Race. It’s the first validation official validation of their effort so far and a place to reset…

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HMR Day 2: Stone Forests 24:46

4d ago24:46

24:46

Welcome to the Hellenic Mountain Race Podcast, supported by Albion, Tailfin, Pertex and STYRKR. Day two of the Hellenic Mountain Race unfolded under clearer skies, but the lingering mud, fatigue, and technical challenges left little doubt—this race is as tough as it is beautiful. Riders pushed through sodden forests, ancient staircases, and one of …

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HMR Day 1: Into the Pindus 31:05

5d ago31:05

31:05

Welcome to the Hellenic Mountain Race Podcast, supported by Albion, Tailfin, Pertex and STYRKR. The third edition of the Hellenic Mountain Race kicks off beneath the cliffs of Meteora as nearly 200 riders embark on an epic journey into the Pindus mountains. In this episode, we hear from a diverse cast of riders, Control Car 3 spending time the day …

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HMR Registration Day: Welcome to Meteora 39:41

6d ago39:41

39:41

Welcome to the Hellenic Mountain Race Podcast, supported by Albion, Tailfin, Pertex and STYRKR. Today, we’re in Meteora for registration day. Riders gather beneath the towering cliffs to collect their trackers, run through kit checks, and pick up race caps printed with their dot numbers. The atmosphere is quietly electric—part excitement, part nerv…

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Hellenic Mountain Race 2025 Race Preview 26:17

8d ago26:17

26:17

In this episode, Mel and Nelson sit down in the shadow of the towering Meteora rocks to preview the 2025 edition of the Hellenic Mountain Race. They walk through this year’s course, unique challenges, and highlights—from forested tracks and rocky descents to unforgettable vistas, hearty local tavernas, and warm local people. Expect insights into th…

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ABT033. Zigzagging Across the Americas 58:05

12d ago58:05

58:05

Ever dreamt of dropping everything to cycle across continents? Meet Yann Tourman, who did just that, embarking on an epic bicycle adventure in 2018 that's still rolling! Beginning with a spontaneous decision in New York to bicycle to the tip of South America, Yann's journey has been anything but conventional. Hear his astonishing tales of a Canadia…

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Welcome to the Hellenic Mountain Race 2025 26:17

14d ago26:17

26:17

In just one weeks time we return to Greece for the third edition of the Hellenic Mountain Race. An off-road, unsupported bikepacking race down the rugged spine of the Pindus Mountains. A journey of 877 kilometres with nearly 28,000m of climbing. The race kicks off at 9AM local time on May 24th and the clock does not stop until midnight on Saturday …

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022: Stop Suffering in the Heat: The Cyclist's Guide to Heat Training 31:35

30d ago31:35

31:35

Stop Suffering in the Heat: The Cyclist's Guide to Heat Training with Aline Barre from Core Sensors Check and subscribe to my newsletter to receive the full report of my bikepacking trips and races⤵️ Connect with me on social 📲https://www.instagram.com/sherry.cycling Some discounts/referrals from my partners: 📸 @insta360 Go 3S use discount code bel…

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ABT032. Touring with Type 1: A Journey of 10,000 Miles 1:03:22

1M ago1:03:22

1:03:22

Join Erik Douds, as he shares incredible stories from the road, starting with a spur-of-the-moment decision to join friend Annalisa on a TransAmerica bike tour – a journey that even included a detour for the New York City Triathlon! Discover the unique challenges that Erik, Annalisa, and other Type 1 diabetics face, as they manage blood sugar, insu…

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ABT031. Into the Unknown 1:02:32

2M ago1:02:32

1:02:32

Meet Giacomo Turco, an aerospace engineer from Italy, who on this episode shares his thrilling bikepacking adventures across Iceland, Mongolia, and South America. Discover how a chance encounter on Instagram with a previous guest, Melanie Schautt, led to an unexpected friendship and shared adventures, including Giacomo’s terrifying brake failure in…

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ABT030. Diving into the Silk Road Mountain Race 58:35

2M ago58:35

58:35

Alden Roth shares his thrilling experience in the Silk Road Mountain Race, a grueling, mostly unsupported, two-week cycling event through the mountains of Kyrgyzstan. A self-proclaimed “diving in headfirst” kind of guy, Alden recounts past exploits, such as a cross-country road trip, repeated efforts to bicycle from Pittsburgh to Washington, DC, an…

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021: I Took a Honeymoon to the Silk Road Mountain Race ft Mel Webb 48:23

2M ago48:23

48:23

I Took a Honeymoon to the Silk Road Mountain Race: Bikepacking Kyrgyzstan ft Mel Webb Check and subscribe to my newsletter to receive the full report of my bikepacking trips and races⤵️ Connect with me on social 📲https://www.instagram.com/sherry.cycling Some discounts/referrals from my partners: 📸 @insta360 Go 3S use discount code below: INRWIUA ⭐️…

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ABT029. Bicycle Frame of Mind: Portland. Film Festival. Community. 1:03:30

3M ago1:03:30

1:03:30

Ayleen Crotty, founder of the prestigious Filmed by Bike movie festival, joins us for a captivating conversation about the fascinating origins of this unique event, born from Portland's vibrant bike culture in the early 2000s. Ayleen shares her personal journey into cycling, from a hesitant start in Illinois to following her passions by moving to O…

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ABT028. Metal Cowboy 56:46

3M ago56:46

56:46

Saddle up for an inspiring conversation with Joe Kurmaskie, the "Metal Cowboy." Joe recounts his incredible family-cycling-adventures-turned-books, including hauling his two sons – and his dad's ashes! – across America (Momentum is Your Friend) and a later epic journey across Canada with his wife and three sons (Mud, Sweat, and Gears). Discover the…

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020: Fastest Known Time Cycling: Your COMPLETE Guide to Setting a FKT ft Reese Ruland 38:49

3M ago38:49

38:49

Your COMPLETE Guide to Setting a FKT ft Reese Ruland Check and subscribe to my newsletter to receive the full report of my bikepacking trips and races⤵️ Connect with me on social 📲https://www.instagram.com/sherry.cycling Some discounts/referrals from my partners: 📸 @insta360 Go 3S use discount code below: INRWIUA ⭐️ Find my favourite Cycling Gear a…

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ABT027. Take the Long Way Home 1:03:51

3M ago1:03:51

1:03:51

Eric Matthes, author of the bestselling Python Crash Course, embarked on a life-altering, year-long bicycle journey around the United States in the late 1990s. This episode dives into that fascinating period in Eric's life, when he interwove bicycling with his other passions: programming, teaching, and writing. Eric candidly shares his initial stru…

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Marei Moldenhauer, Women's Winner of Atlas Mountain Race 2025 43:48

3M ago43:48

43:48

Marei Moldenhauer was the first woman to reach the finish line in Essaouira, winning the women’s race and finishing 8th overall at the 2025 Atlas Mountain Race. She finished in a time of 4 days 14 hours and 20 minutes, nearly 5 hours faster than last year’s women’s winner on an arguably even harder course. From the very start, Marei led the women’s…

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Alex McCormack. Men's Winner of Atlas Mountain Race 2025 51:16

3M ago51:16

51:16

Alex McCormack was the first rider to reach the finish line in Essaouira, winning both the men’s race and the overall at the 2025 Atlas Mountain Race with a time of 3 days and 20 hours. At 27 years old, the British rider put in a performance that was fast, composed, and ultimately 15 minutes quicker than the previous best time on this course, set b…

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AMR Day 4: A Long Walk in the Desert 18:22

4M ago18:22

18:22

By the time this episode reaches you, the full men’s and women’s podiums will have arrived in Essaouira, but for many riders, the race is still very much underway. On day four, we set our sights on the infamous sand section—now an AMR stable. Some years, it's rideable. Other years, it’s nothing but deep, loose sand. This year, one of our control ca…

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AMR Day 3: The Turning Point 32:38

4M ago32:38

32:38

Checkpoint 2 at the Atlas Mountain Race marks a major turning point for riders. Some arrive exhausted but determined, others battle mechanicals, freezing temperatures, or even food poisoning just to get here. For some, CP2 offers a much-needed reset—food, rest, and encouragement to push on. For others, it’s a place of tough decisions, including whe…

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AMR Day 2: Chasing the Light 28:39

4M ago28:39

28:39

Control Car 3 catches up with midpack riders in the long remote stretch between Imassine and Afra. Riders are settling into their rhythm—decisions about sleep, food, and pacing are becoming more deliberate, and the reality of the race is setting in. Some push through the night, chasing position, while others stop to recover, knowing that there’s a …

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AMR Day 1: The First 24 Hours 21:36

4M ago21:36

21:36

The first 24 hours of the Atlas Mountain Race have delivered everything riders signed up for—adventure, exhaustion, and the raw challenge of racing through Morocco’s rugged terrain. In this episode, we break down the opening night and day on course, from the first arrivals at CP1 to the struggles and triumphs unfolding on the road. We hear from one…

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AMR Day 0: Nerves, Excitement, and the Road Ahead 42:56

4M ago42:56

42:56

Registration day at the Atlas Mountain Race is always a mix of excitement and nerves, and in this episode, we take you inside the buzz of 'Day Zero.' Hosted by the race team and supported by Redshift, this episode captures the anticipation before riders roll out into the unknown. Dotwatch and follow the action here For visual updates throughout the…

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Atlas Mountain Race 2025: Race Preview with Nelson Trees 34:22

4M ago34:22

34:22

The fifth edition of the Atlas Mountain Race is here, and in this episode we bring you an in-depth preview straight from Marrakech with race director Nelson Trees. This year’s race is shaping up to be one of the most exciting yet. 278 riders will be lining up on Friday February 7th. Tune in as we break down this year’s route, the top contenders and…

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ABT026. Tracking Lawrence of Arabia 56:45

4M ago56:45

56:45

Journey to the Middle East with Miles Spencer as he unravels the fascinating story of T.E. Lawrence's early life and adventurous spirit. Discover how Lawrence's youthful bicycle tours through France, meticulously documenting medieval castles and cathedrals, foreshadowed his legendary role in the Arab Revolt. Miles, along with his friend Wells Jones…

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Welcome to the Atlas Mountain Race 2025 3:00

4M ago3:00

3:00

In just one weeks time we return to Morocco for the fifth edition of the Atlas Mountain Race. An off-road, unsupported bikepacking race. Starting in Marrakesh, the route takes riders over the towering Atlas Mountains, and through the rugged Anti-Atlas, winding its way to the old port town of Essaouira. A journey of 1,305 kilometers with over 23,000…

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019: Secrets Behind Transcontinental & Atlas Mountain Race Victories ft Robin Gemperle 37:03

4M ago37:03

37:03

Secrets Behind Transcontinental & Atlas Mountain Race Victories ft Robin Gemperle Check and subscribe to my newsletter to receive the full report of my bikepacking trips and races⤵️ Connect with me on social 📲https://www.instagram.com/sherry.cycling Some discounts/referrals from my partners: 📸 @insta360 Go 3S use discount code below: INRWIUA ⭐️ Fin…

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ABT025. Cranking up the Challenges 1:03:41

4M ago1:03:41

1:03:41

Meet Laura and Shaun, a Canadian couple whose cycling adventures began when the 2020 lockdown forced them to cancel their plans to spend a year traveling the world. Hear their hilarious first tour stories, complete with grocery-getter bikes, backpacks, bungee cords, and borrowed panniers from the ‘80s! After a successful first outing, the couple un…

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ABT024. 2024 Holiday Special 1:30:30

5M ago1:30:30

1:30:30

Ever wondered about the voice that welcomes you to The Accidental Bicycle Tourist podcast? In this special holiday episode, host Gabriel pulls back the curtain, inviting his wife Sandra as a guest for the very first time! Join them in their cozy home in Germany as they reflect on their summer bike tour with baby Emilio, sharing hilarious mishaps an…

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ABT023. Salt Flat Tires: A Bikepacking Roller Coaster Ride 1:06:37

6M ago1:06:37

1:06:37

Fueled by a quarter-life crisis and the desire to break free from routine, bikepacking newcomer Melanie Schautt embarked on a transformative half-year cycling adventure through South America with her friend Louise, a seasoned cyclist. From battling fierce headwinds and a near-quitting moment on the Carretera Austral in Patagonia to overcoming mecha…

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ABT022. Top 3 Touring Debates with Gemini AI 58:09

6M ago58:09

58:09

This episode takes a highly experimental turn as Gabriel, your host, brings in not one, but *two* AI guests, Scout and Rambler – instances of Google’s Gemini AI. These digital personalities debate hot topics in bicycle touring, offering unique and sometimes hilarious perspectives. Prepare for a wild ride as Scout, the hardcore bikepacker, extols th…

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018: Five things I Wish I Knew As A Beginner In Bikepacking and Ultracycling: Morocco ft Quinda Verheul 42:42

6M ago42:42

42:42

Check and subscribe to my newsletter to receive the full report of my bikepacking trips and races⤵️⁠https://buzzalong.cc⁠ Connect with me on social 📲https://www.instagram.com/sherry.cycling Some discounts/referrals from my partners: 📸 @insta360 Go 3S use discount code below: INRWIUA ⭐️ Find my favourite Cycling Gear at Alltricks link below ⤵️⁠https…

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ABT021. Big Hairy Audacious Goal 1:05:57

7M ago1:05:57

1:05:57

Alan Gilbert has always been interested in long, challenging bicycle rides. For Alan, the chance to ride across the United States from Pacific to Atlantic in 38 days finally presented itself in 2022, upon retiring from his job as a technology executive. The timing also coincided with the end of COVID, which had kept Alan cooped up at home and yearn…

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ABT020. The Pedaling Polyglot 52:35

7M ago52:35

52:35

Roger Levy, a professor of brain and cognitive sciences at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, considers himself a scientist of language and a polyglot, speaking five languages fluently and many more conversationally. In this episode, Roger will share the sounds and flavors from his six bike tours across three continents. Since Roger also ha…

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017: 5 Things you Need To Know When Cycling Long Distances ft Chris Hall 1:03:50

7M ago1:03:50

1:03:50

Check and subscribe to my newsletter to receive the full report of my bikepacking trips and races⤵️https://buzzalong.cc Connect with me on social 📲https://www.instagram.com/sherry.cycling Some discounts/referrals from my partners: 📸 @insta360 Go 3S use discount code below: INRWIUA ⭐️ Find my favourite Cycling Gear at Alltricks link below ⤵️https://…

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ABT019. Life is Wild (Part 2) 54:36

7M ago54:36

54:36

Barbados. Dominica. Guadeloupe. Martinique. These are some of the exotic Caribbean islands visited by André Plumeau with his bicycle, Frieda. In Part 2 of this double episode, André again defies the odds by sailing west from the Republic of Cabo Verde on various boats, with diverse crews. Eventually, a spontaneous assignment to pick up a sailboat i…

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ABT018. Life is Wild (Part 1) 49:44

8M ago49:44

49:44

Imagine that you are walking down the road near your home town in France when a friend calls you and invites you to join him on a bicycle tour. Since you don't own a bike, you buy one over the Internet and call it Frieda. You pack your bags and three days later you are cycling with your friend in Portugal. You don't know it yet, but this is the sta…

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016:What They Don’t Tell You About Racing Badlands Gravel - Insights with Pairs Winner Danni Shrosbree 24:54

8M ago24:54

24:54

In this episode of Buzzalong Cycling, we uncover What They Don’t Tell You About Racing Badlands Gravel with pairs winner Danni Shrosbree. From her transition as a road team rider to a pro gravel racer, Danni reveals her first-hand experience tackling one of Europe's toughest ultra-races. Learn about the challenges she faced, essential strategies fo…

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ABT017. Adventures of a High-Tech Nomad 1:00:01

8M ago1:00:01

1:00:01

Steve Roberts is probably the world’s first high-tech nomad. For roughly a decade (1983 - 1993), Steve was either designing, building, or riding a custom computerized recumbent bicycle. Beginning with the Winnebiko, continuing with the Winnebiko II, and culminating with the 580-pound BEHEMOTH, Steve logged 17,000 miles, all the while writing articl…

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ABT016. Odisea Panamericana 1:00:20

9M ago1:00:20

1:00:20

In 2009, Swiss graphic designer Martina Gees sold most of her possessions, flew to Buenos Aires, and started pedaling. She got as far north as Inuvik, Canada, and eventually as far south as Ushuaia, Argentina. All told, her incredible Odisea Panamericana spanned 5 years, 25 countries, and 60,000 kilometers. This conversation with Martina is focused…

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SRMR 2024 Day 15: The End of the Road 1:13:44

9M ago1:13:44

1:13:44

Welcome to day 15 of the 2024 Silk Road Mountain Race. As the race reaches its conclusion, Allan interviews a few more racers who have crossed the finish line. In these final moments, riders share their reflections and what it took to get to the end. Tune in to hear their stories. Follow the riders progress on MAProgress. Thanks as always to our ra…

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SRMR 2024 Day 14: Stories from the Finish Line Part 1 1:08:36

9M ago1:08:36

1:08:36

Welcome to day 14 of the 2024 Silk Road Mountain Race. As the Silk Road Mountain Race inches closer to and end, Allan interviews the finishers who are now unwinding by the serene lakeside in Cholpon-Ata. This episode, the first of a two-part series, captures the peaceful yet tired reflections of racers who have completed their epic journey. Listen …

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SRMR 2024 Day 13: It Ain’t Over till it’s Over 55:13

9M ago55:13

55:13

Welcome to day 13 of the 2024 Silk Road Mountain Race. As the end of the Silk Road Mountain Race looms, Allan takes riders up their last pass. The sense of accomplishment is palpable as they inch closer to the summit, battling fatigue but driven by the finish line. Allan shares the journey up the final ascent, highlighting the resolve and spirit of…

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SRMR 2024 Day 12: The Final Push Begins 54:05

9M ago54:05

54:05

Welcome to day 12 of the 2024 Silk Road Mountain Race. Day 12 of the Silk Road Mountain Race sees riders confronting the tough ascent of Shamsi Pass, a challenge that pushes both body and mind. Allan spends the morning gathering stories from those climbing up, while the afternoon reveals a hidden oasis where riders pause to recharge. As the race ne…

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015: Is Your Hydration & Fueling Strategy Failing You? Pro tips & strategies for Long Distance Cycling 28:01

9M ago28:01

28:01

Is Your Hydration & Fueling Strategy Failing You? Pro tips & strategies for Long Distance Cycling with Emily Arrel from Precision Fuel & HydrationAll resources and Free Fuel & Hydration plan at @precisionfandh :https://www.precisionhydration.com/eu/en/Check and subscribe to my newsletter to receive the full report of my bikepacking trips and races⤵…

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SRMR 2024 Day 11: The Fight to Reach CP3 47:04

9M ago47:04

47:04

Welcome to Day 11 of the 2024 Silk Road Mountain Race Day 11 brings Allan back to Checkpoint 3, where he encounters riders fighting to make it in time before the 9pm closure. The stories shared by these riders are a testament to the resilience and mental fortitude needed to endure such a grueling race. Their journey is as inspiring as the leaders, …

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SRMR 2024 Day 10: Conversations with the Silk Road Mountain Race Winners 48:45

9M ago48:45

48:45

Welcome to Day 10 of 2024 Silk Road Mountain Race. Today, Allan sits down with the men's and women's first place finishers of the 2024 Silk Road Mountain Race. Hear their reflections on the race, the challenges they faced, and what it took to cross the finish line first. These intimate conversations reveal the grit, determination, and strategy behi…

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SRMR 2024 Day 9: The Arabel Valley to CP3 56:51

9M ago56:51

56:51

Welcome to day 9 of the 2024 Silk Road Mountain Race. Today, Allan and Control Car 3 venture into the remote and awe-inspiring Arabel Valley on Day 9 of the Silk Road Mountain Race. The vast, empty grasslands stretch endlessly, with only the occasional yurt and roaming cattle to break the solitude. At Checkpoint 3, Allan interviews riders who have …

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