The 10Adventures Podcast

Cycle Touring and wild camping 5,000 km around Europe with Jens

If you have ever considered tackling a bike touring adventure then you will want to tune in to this week’s episode! Get inspired as we learn more about the experience cycling European countries and wild camping along the way. On this episode we chat with Jens Kittle who flipped the usual model of bike touring on its head, exploring Europe by bike without much of a plan! Learn more about Jens' intrepid 5000km journey through some of Europe’s most stunning landscapes, from vibrant cities to remote mountains

Most people will tell you, the preparation and planning stage that comes before a bike tour itself can prove more challenging than the actual ride. For Jens, who set out from a small town in Denmark and made his way through Germany, France and Italy, each day was tackled without any expectations or concrete plans, and for him, this was the magic of it all!

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How to Protect the Great Outdoors with Jim Kern

Now more than ever do we need to safeguard the great outdoors and national scenic trails that we, like so many other adventures, love exploring. The Florida Trail, Pacific Crest Trail, and Appalachian Trail, and so many other National Scenic Trails need to be protected. On this episode, we’re excited to bring you the dynamic life story of a very special guest and a legendary figure in the Great Outdoors, Jim Kern. 

Tune in as we dive into the world of the Outdoor Industry as Jim shares another quest of his with us, which is to complete several national scenic trails in the US. We learn about the importance of the outdoors and how it generates enormous wealth for small local businesses, enabling the restoration of small-town economies.

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Jim takes us back to his roots in small-town New Jersey and shares with us what lit his fire, leading him to pursue a lifetime of adventure and his quest to make this same privilege accessible to all.As the founder of the Florida Trail, co-founder of the American hiking society, and president of Big City Mountaineers, Jim has led an awe-inspiring life and career that has gone far beyond the scope of just his own adventures, helping at-risk youth by introducing them to the outdoors and inspiring real change.

This is an episode you don’t want to miss! For more info on Jim Kern and his projects, check out his website, the Florida Trail Association, the American Hiking Society, and the Big City Mountaineers Program. If you wish to support Jim Kern’s venture in safeguarding the outdoors, consider signing his petition.  

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Encouraging your Children’s Love of the Outdoors: Tips and Tricks

Ever wondered how to get your children out into the outdoors and away from their screens? If you are seeking answers about what it takes to get your kids excited about hiking, then you will want to tune in as 10Adventures founder Richard and co-host Karin share what they’ve learned. Both speaking from a wealth of experience, Richard shares about his first “real” backpacking trip into the great outdoors with his family of 5, with his youngest being just 6 years old. 

On this special episode our hosts reveal all the tips, tricks, and support you need to start living an adventurous life outdoors with your kids, from the youngest to the oldest! Find out how all of this can enhance your family’s relationships, create lifelong memories, and bring your family closer together than ever before.

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Pursuing a Life of Travel with Lisa Germany

Believe it or not, a life of adventure travel is within reach. A travel lifestyle opens the possibilities of venturing to every corner of the world, from hiking in Chile, to overlanding on the Silk Road, and travelling to far-out places like Turkmenistan. On this episode, we welcome back 10Adventures contributor Lisa Germany who  has lived an incredible life of travel; now in her 40’s, she shares how she’s been able to maintain a consistent lifestyle of travel and discovering the world since she began to travel back in her 20’s. 

Find out how Lisa has made sacrifices in her everyday life in order to live out her dream of a life filled with travel. From skipping on dinners out and drinks, to taking freelance jobs on the road, and keeping her travels to low-cost destinations -- Lisa has all the tips and tricks you need to do the same. Find out why “slow travel” is Lisa's preferred way to see the world, and what this means while she’s on the road. This episode will surely inspire you to book your next international trip. 

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Section hiking the PCT, AT and CDT

Have you ever considered thru-hiking the Pacific Crest Trail or Appalachian Trail? If so, tune in to today's episode and get inspired by Mary Davidson, a 79-year-old retiree who caught the thru-hiking bug at the age 60! Since then, Mary has tackled some of North America’s most incredible long-distance trails, including the Appalachian Trail, The Continental Divide Trail, The Pacific Crest Trail, and up next -- the 6800km American Discovery Trail.

Among the many things that make Mary unique is her approach to long-distance hiking. She calls herself “a section hiker”, not a “thru-hiker”. Mary’s approach of tackling long-distance, often in 6-week stints, even allowed her to work on completing two trails at once (Appalachian and the PCT). Mary shares why getting older is not synonymous with slowing down, and the importance of lightweight equipment, staying in shape and maintaining her mindset when it comes to continuing to do what she loves most.

To find out more about Mary and to pick up a copy of her books, “Aren’t You Afraid?” and “Old Lady on the Trail”, and check out her website!

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Thru-hiking Canada‘s wild Great Divide Trail

Tune in to learn more about Canada’s Great Divide Trail, a highlight-packed long-distance trail through the Canadian Rockies, including Banff, Jasper, Mt Assiniboine, Yoho and so much more. On this episode adventure-duo, Natasha and Christian share their experience hiking the CGT  which they completed North to South in 2018. 

We dive into the incredible story of their adventure-packed 1,100 km hike that took them from Waterton Lakes, Alberta, near the Canada/US border all the way north to beautiful Lake Kakwa in British Columbia. We find out about their favourite section (section G) Mt Robson to Kakwa Lake, and what made this 10-day stretch so magical. Discover why so many adventurers embark on long-distance hikes like this, and get all the tips you need to start planning your own!

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Bike Touring: Cycling Across the USA for Charity

On this episode our hosts discuss all things bike touring as they connect with cyclists Maddy and Charlie, two Princeton students who cycled 3500 miles across the US from New Jersey to Washington to raise money for mental health .Learn more about how they managed their gear, how they gained enough confidence to tackle just about any mountain that stood before them, and the incredible highlights of this cross-country ride that took them through the Appalachians and the Rockies.

Tune in as they narrate how quickly they ditched their original route plans and decided to take the journey day by day, with their sights set on Chicago, Black Hills, and Yellowstone. This epic cycle touring adventure saw the two college athletes crashing with friends, staying at hotels, and camping along the way. 

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Hiking Canada‘s epic West Coast Trail

On this episode we divulge the experience of hiking Canada’s epic West Coast Trail.  Tune in as we chat with Byron and Kyla, a Canadian couple with an appetite for incredible outdoor adventures. Hear about why they chose to hike the West Coast Trail from North to South, a breakdown of trail sections, and how they food-prepped for the trail spending just $80. 

The two who met while rock climbing share a love for a good challenge, and that in part, is what led them to tackle Canada’s 75km rugged West Coast Trail backpack on the west coast of beautiful Vancouver Island.Walking around 10km per day over the course of a week, the intrepid duo enjoyed the unique features of this exceedingly scenic trail, from the ladders and bridges, to the cable cars and boardwalks.. Byron and Kyla’s story will have you dreaming of magical days spent walking the sandy coastline and also have you prepping for the inevitable rain days along the way too.

Tune in to Byron and Kyla’s future adventure by following @mountain_cole, and check out a full range of Vancouver Island adventure tours at 10Adventures.

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Cycle Touring from Hanoi to Saigon

On this episode, we talk all things bike-packing with Chris and Karam who cycled 2000km from Hanoi to Saigon. Learn all about their spontaneous cross country cycle touring experience, what gear is needed and what to expect when taking on such a demanding venture. Find out how these two free spirits showed up in Hanoi, bought bikes for under $200, scooped some gear, and hit the open road! With the help of blogs and google maps, Karam and Chris went with the flow and enjoyed the freedom that comes with having a loose plan, taking it day by day and making up their route as they went along.

The pair shares everything from regional highlights, accommodations, and stories from the myriad of friendly locals who took them in along the way. This incredible story goes to show that you don’t need expensive bikes or fancy gear to enjoy the ride of a lifetime! 

Check out a video from Chris and Karma’s epic adventure here, follow @karamintheworld, or check out their Youtube Channel.

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Ski Touring 1,400km across Sweden with Paolo Peralta

If you’ve ever considered a ski touring adventure, you don’t want to miss this episode. Tune in as our hosts  find out what it’s like to ski tour 1400km across western Sweden from Paolo Peralta, who completed the epic Vita Bandet, also known as the “White Ribbon”, this past spring. Paolo shares the highs and lows of his incredible 90-day journey, which he completed partially solo and partially with friends.

Find out all about Paolo’s gear including some of his best tips and tricks for pulling a pulk. We also get the breakdown of terrain on various legs of the journey and what accommodations were like along the way. From breathtaking alpine scenery to stays in abandoned buildings and “cowboy camping,” Paolo’s recollections of this once-in-a-lifetime adventure will take you on a joy ride and is sure to help get you ready for a ski tour of your own!

You can follow Paolo @expat_vagabond_adventures and check out his gear review here. For even more details on his journey, check this out! 

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