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Bikepack Adventures PodcastBike Touring, Bikepacking and Bikepack Racing Author: Chris Panasky
I am a traveler, cyclist, expat and teacher with over 15 years experience living abroad in six different countries. As a passionate cyclist I have seen the world by bike and has toured in some truly amazing places, such as Sweden, Germany, Japan, most of SE Asia and of course Canada. During that time, I have traveled to over 40 countries and met countless travelers, cyclists, and other expats. While traveling by bike, I decided that I wanted to connect the touring and bikepacking community together and this became the catalyst of the Bike Tour Adventures podcast where I share my guests fascinating stories and helps listeners learn tips, tricks, and techniques to improve their touring and bikepacking experience. As it's not possible to always bike tour, I have recently dove headfirst into the bikepacking world with the intent of getting out into nature and spending as much time on my bike as possible. This has re-ignited my passion around bikes and has opened up the podcast to so many more possibilities with interviews of traditional bike tourers, bikepackers, endurance athletes and more. I hope you enjoy the show. Keep on pedalling! Language: en Genres: Hobbies, Leisure, Sports Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Kara Folkerts | Running Tour Guide, Bikepacker and so much more!
Episode 231
Monday, 29 December, 2025
Welcome back to the Bikepack Adventures Podcast, where we dive deep into the stories behind the pedals, exploring the grit, gear, and glory of bikepacking and ultra-endurance cycling. I’m your host, Chris Panasky, and today’s guest is someone who doesn’t just wander, she thrives in the wild unknown. Kara Folkerts is a trail running guide, bikepacker, yoga teacher, and nomadic adventurer whose passport reads like a love letter to landscapes: Morocco’s Atlas Mountains, Baja’s desert roads, Iceland’s windswept coasts, and the rugged trails of Japan, Austria, Italy, and the Balkans. For over eight years, she’s been living a life of curiosity and purpose: pedaling, running, and teaching across continents while weaving mindfulness and sustainability into every journey. But behind the miles is a philosophy: adventure as a way of being, community as a compass, and curiosity as the fuel that keeps her moving forward. In this episode, we talk about her bike and setup, the adventures that shaped her, and the belief systems that keep her grounded while she’s on the move. So, clip in, settle back, and get ready to ride into the world of Kara Folkerts.To support the Bike Tour Adventures podcast, follow the links below:https://www.patreon.com/bikepackadventures orhttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/bikepackadventures Join the RideWithGPS Bikepack Adventures ClubUse these affiliate links to help cover the costs of running the show.Redshift SportsPanorama CyclesFind them at:Instagram: Kara FolkertsWebsite: KaraFolkerts.comFind me at…WEBSITEYOUTUBEFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMITUNESShow SponsorsPanorama Cycles --> They believe that cycling is a catalyst for adventures, no matter how small they can be. No need to travel across the world or to be a seasoned athlete to live epic outdoors adventures.Redshift Sports --> Redshift have focused on taking a different approach to product development - drawing on their own experiences and needs to create...
