Best Highland Women Podcasts (2024)

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Catching up with Mel & Quinda: HT550, the art of resupplying and more 1:06:14

1h ago1:06:14

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It's so much fun to have two people in an interview, so I'm stoked to share that you'll be hearing more of Quinda's voice on the show, as she'll be joining as a guest co-host on some upcoming episodes. There will still be plenty of episodes where I'm (Mel) the host, but it's such a joy to have another conversation partner and to collaborate with an…

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Payback's a Witch 1:20:58

2d ago1:20:58

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Join us as we talk about this episode's book, "Payback's a Witch," the price of books, and library wait times. Follow us at instagram.com/thosebookreadingheauxs or visit us at https://msha.ke/thosebookreadingheauxs. Have a book suggestion? Email us at thosebookreadingheauxs@gmail.com.By Those Book Reading Heauxs

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Meaghan Hackinen, 2024 Women's Winner of the Tour Divide 1:41:13

43m ago1:41:13

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Thrilled to bring you this conversation with your 2024 women's winner of the Tour Divide, Meaghan Hackinen. Meg won this year's women's race in a time of 15 days 23 hours, setting the fastest women's time on a grand depart and the second fastest women's time in history. If you were following this year's race you'll know that the conditions were gna…

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Justinas' Leveika on winning the 2024 Tour Divide and breaking the record 1:42:36

11d ago1:42:36

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At 9:25AM on June 27th, Justinas' Leveika arrived at the USA/Mexico border in Antelope Wells after 13 days 2 hours and 16 minutes, winning this years edition of the Tour Divide and setting a new record in the process. In this episode we dive into his historic record breaking ride, and how he managed to "fix his mistakes from last year" and just wha…

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Austin Killips on her Arizona Trail 800 FKT 1:47:34

24d ago1:47:34

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At the end of May 2024, Austin Killips set a blisteringly rapid overall fastest known time on the Arizona Trail. She bested the previous record held by Alex Schulz of 9 days 5 hours and 43 minutes, reaching the Arizona/Utah border in a time of 8 days 23 hours 27 minutes. And while completing the route in the first place is an incredible feat, this …

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Weronika Szalas: the fastest woman at the Accursed Race and life by bike 1:08:35

1M ago1:08:35

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Today on the show we have Weronika Szalas. For the last 5 years she's been living life by bike, touring solo as a woman around Europe. While Weronika is no stranger to riding her bike long distances, she rarely races, and was recently the fastest woman to complete the inaugural edition of the Accursed Race. The Accursed Race is a 1600km off-road bi…

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Cynthia Carson on Unbound XL and preparing for the Trans Continental Race 51:31

2M ago51:31

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It's a bittersweet day over here at Detours as we're airing our last episode hosted by both Mel and Cynthia. As you'll hear in today's episode, Cynthia is stepping away from the podcast to focus on her budding career as a full time professional ultra racer. She shares more about what's next, bouncing back from setbacks this spring and preparing for…

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The Cupid Shuffle 1:00:56

2M ago1:00:56

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We're back...again! Join us as we talk about giving book recommendations, the egg roll's hot cousin, and our book, "The Cupid Shuffle" by Leslie Penelope. You may also hear a kid yelling in the background. We said we are mothers, what are you going to do? Follow us at instagram.com/thosebookreadingheauxs or visit us at https://msha.ke/thosebookread…

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The Women of the Highland Trail 550 2024 26:31

2M ago26:31

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Kicking off May 25, 31 women will race the 11th edition of the Highland Trail 550, a self-supported bikepacking race through the Scottish highlands. We were fortunate enough to hear from over half of the women who will be setting off. Each has their own unique story and shares about their journey to the start line and what they're looking forward t…

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Hannah Simon on the Triple Crown, Atlas Mountain Race and bikes as a tool for good 1:43:47

2M ago1:43:47

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Hannah Simon is one of those people that make you feel like anything is possible. She has a can do attitude and is a downright joy to be around. Since toeing the line of her first ultra in 2021, and snagging a joint first place to boot, she’s tackled some of the most iconic events on the bikepacking calendar. In February 2024 she rounded out the po…

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Quinda Verheul: artist, bikepacker, women's winner of the inaugural Hellenic Mountain Race 1:36:59

3M ago1:36:59

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Quinda is an artist, photographer and ultra-distance cyclist from the Netherlands. She's taken on some of the hardest bikepacking races in the world, including the Atlas Mountain Race, Silk Road Mountain Race and taking the women's win at the inaugural Hellenic Mountain Race in 2023. While on first meeting Quinda has a gentle demeanour, below the s…

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Sarah Sturm on her alternative approach & life as a gravel pro 1:26:46

3M ago1:26:46

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This week we step just outside the world of ultra, and into the world of long distance gravel racing. For folks who follow the gravel scene, you may already be familiar with Sarah Sturm. Sarah Sturm is one of the top gravel racers in the world, with podium finishes at events like Unbound 200 and Traka 360. While these events aren't ultras in their …

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Men’s Ministry Conference Recap

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Holly 1:37:13

4M ago1:37:13

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We're back.....from our unintended extended break! Join us for an extended episode as we discuss the cause of the extended break and all the feels brought up by our newest read, "Holly." Follow us at instagram.com/thosebookreadingheauxs or visit us at https://msha.ke/thosebookreadingheauxs. Have a book suggestion? Email us at thosebookreadingheauxs…

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Jenny Tough: making space for women in cycling, pressing pause & returning to racing 1:38:16

4M ago1:38:16

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Jenny Tough is a woman who hardly needs an introduction. A quick Google search will pull up a laundry list of accomplishments in the outdoors — from winning the Silk Road Mountain Race (twice!), to running across a mountain range on six continents, to publishing two books. While each of these accomplishments is exceptional in its own right, Jenny r…

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Meg Knobel on the Stagecoach 400 1:31:18

4M ago1:31:18

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Show Notes Meg Knobel is the organizer (or as you’ll come to learn, “disorganizer”) of the wildly popular bikepacking event in Southern California, Stagecoach 400. From her first experiences tackling the route, to taking the reins from Brendan Collier in 2019, Meg was an absolute joy to chat with. She talks about hosting the first Grand Depart and …

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Nathalie Baillon on AMR, SRMR and all things adventure 1:00:44

4M ago1:00:44

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While she's a relative new comer to the world of off-road ultra racing, Nathalie Baillon hardly needs any introduction. She has a laundry list of accolades, including a joint first at Silk Road Mountain Race in August 2023, the fastest woman to ride across Europe, and more. It was such a treat to get to chat with her and learn more about how she fo…

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Atlas Mountain Race 2024 Recap 1:24:31

5M ago1:24:31

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We're baaack! Today on the show we share more about our time in Morocco for the Atlas Mountain Race, as well as answer your questions about the race. Let us know what you think of this episode and if there's anything we missed - it's always a challenge post event to synthesize our thoughts and cover it all. As always thanks for being here! If you l…

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Until Death 1:01:58

5M ago1:01:58

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We're back!!!! And reading the sequel to "Until Now" by Delaney Diamond. Don't miss us talking about zodiac signs, snow leopards, and of course, good food and books. Follow us at instagram.com/thosebookreadingheauxs or visit us at https://msha.ke/thosebookreadingheauxs. Have a book suggestion? Email us at thosebookreadingheauxs@gmail.com.…

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The Women of the 2024 Atlas Mountain Race 41:49

6M ago41:49

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A small but mighty field of women will be starting the fourth edition of the Atlas Mountain Race. We were fortunate enough to hear from nearly all of them ahead of the start. These incredible individuals share what they’re most excited about and what challenges they are likely to face. Each of them has a unique story, and we hope by shining a spotl…

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The Deed 1:07:16

6M ago1:07:16

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We're back!! Jump into the latest book, "The Deed." We not only discuss the book but movies and the newest book to show adaptation, Percy Jackson and the Olympians. Follow us at instagram.com/thosebookreadingheauxs or visit us at https://msha.ke/thosebookreadingheauxs. Have a book suggestion? Email us at thosebookreadingheauxs@gmail.com.…

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Ep. 13 - Atlas Mountain Race Preview with special guest host, Allan Shaw 1:32:49

6M ago1:32:49

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It's officially the week of Atlas Mountain Race! We're joined by special guest host, Allan Shaw, who interviews us on our preparations for the race, expectations, and much more. Expect a lot of giggles, hot tips on navigating the race from Allan (who raced in 2023), and a not-so secret announcement! The not so secret announcement? We'll be producin…

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Ep. 12 - Luisa Werner, the 2023 women's winner of Atlas Mountain Race 1:29:36

6M ago1:29:36

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We're officially into racing season over here at Detours. Cynthia and Mel will be toeing the line of the Atlas Mountain Race kicking off on February 9 and what better way to get ready than to host last year's women's winner, Luisa Werner. She shares about her winning ride — from the crash that resulted in a major mechanical, to injury, and doing th…

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Ep. 11 - Molly Weaver, leaving the professional peloton and entering the world of ultra 1:14:29

6M ago1:14:29

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We're officially back for 2024! January and February will mainly be occupied with Atlas Mountain Race content so buckle up. In this episode we are joined by Molly Weaver, former professional road cyclist turned ultra rider. Not only is Molly a talented rider, she is a community builder and determined to get more women into the ultra cycling and bik…

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The Build Up 1:28:22

7M ago1:28:22

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Join the Heauxs in this after Christmas episode as we talk about mommy brain, Nigerian food, and the book, "The Build Up." Follow us at instagram.com/thosebookreadingheauxs or visit us at https://msha.ke/thosebookreadingheauxs. Have a book suggestion? Email us at thosebookreadingheauxs@gmail.com.By Those Book Reading Heauxs

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Ep. 10 - Mel and Cynthia take the hot seat 1:18:48

7M ago1:18:48

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Our last episode for 2023 and thought it was about time the two of us took to the hot seat and answered some of your questions. We share how we found ultra, navigating sponsorship deals, dream races, goals for ourselves and the podcast and more. We're so grateful for everyone who has tuned in and helped us get the show off the ground. It's been a b…

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Until Now 1:18:25

8M ago1:18:25

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Hang on because for this episode, Tiara is with the shits and she's taking us all along for the ride. We discuss what's it like to be a birthing person, growing older, and of course the book, "Until Now." Ignore the sounds of a child playing and screaming in the background. We told you we're mothers. Follow us at instagram.com/thosebookreadingheaux…

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Ep. 9 - Robin Todd, the bikepacking poet 1:03:43

8M ago1:03:43

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A retired English and Creative Writing teacher, Robin Todd started bikepacking in the 80s and has since ridden across Canada and the United States. At 58 years old she has a wealth of experience. She shares stories of her origins on the bike, and how her relationship with it has changed over the years, and her hopes for a more inclusive cycling com…

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Binti 1:29:10

8M ago1:29:10

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Join the Heauxs as we head into another year of reading and the Pod. We talk about when Christmas season actually starts, Christmas lists, Keith Lee's visit to Atlanta, and of course, the short story, "Binti." Follow us at instagram.com/thosebookreadingheauxs or visit us at https://msha.ke/thosebookreadingheauxs. Have a book suggestion? Email us at…

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Ep. 8 - Allan Shaw: Gay's Okay Cycling, Silk Road Mountain Race finisher... on a cargo bike! 1:36:37

8M ago1:36:37

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Be prepared to be hit with a heavy dose of inspiration — Allan Shaw is a breath of fresh air. In a world where we are constantly being marketed the latest and greatest tech to power our adventures, Allan has challenged what many think are possible on a bike, most recently completing the infamous Silk Road Mountain Race on a cargo bike. From early d…

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One Year Down 1:08:14

9M ago1:08:14

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It's our anniversary!!! It's been a year since the podcast was first published. To celebrate, we decided to take it back to the beginning with a chat. We can't say things go off the rails because the conversation starts there. We talk about TV shows, libraries, books we have read outside the pod, and of course, books we read together. Find out who …

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Ep. 7 - Nils Laengner, tales from behind the lens of an ultra-photographer 1:17:20

9M ago1:17:20

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If you've dotwatched any ultra-races in recent years or kept up with social media, you've likely seen Nils' photos. But the photos of riders and their triumphs only tell one part of the story. In this episode, we sit down with photographer Nils Laengner. We dive behind the scenes of what goes into getting those stunning shots and the nuances of pho…

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Dark Embrace-Highland Hunger 1:16:23

9M ago1:16:23

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Happy Halloween!! Join the Heauxs as we talk about Spooky Season, decorating for the holidays, and of course, our latest read, "Dark Embrace," a short story in Highland Hunger by Hannah Howell. Follow us at instagram.com/thosebookreadingheauxs or visit us at https://msha.ke/thosebookreadingheauxs. Have a book suggestion? Email us at thosebookreadin…

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Fall 2023: Genesis 16-18 | Week 9 - Thursday 33:37

9M ago33:37

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Fall 2023: Genesis 16-18 | Week 9 - Wednesday 39:05

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Ep. 6 - Meaghan Hackinen 1:27:48

9M ago1:27:48

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Fresh off her win at the Silver State 508, a Race Across America Qualifier, we sat down with Canadian ultra-endurance cyclist and author, Meaghan Hackinen. This episode is a little longer than normal, and for good reason. We went deep with Meaghan on her humble beginnings in the sport, lessons from the road and tips for folks new to the off-road sc…

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Rare Danger 55:54

10M ago55:54

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We're back!! The Heauxs are back after a quick break and we are ready to talk about libraries, recording studios, dating, food, and of course, books. We hope you had a chance to grab a copy of Rare Danger by Beverly Jenkins because there are spoilers and no spoiler warnings. You've been warned. Follow us at instagram.com/thosebookreadingheauxs or v…

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Fall 2023: Genesis 12 | Week 7 - Thursday 30:19

10M ago30:19

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Ep. 5 - Katya Rakhmatulina, Colorado Trail women's FKT holder 1:09:22

10M ago1:09:22

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Katya Rakhmatulina has been on fire this season, finishing second at The Tour Divide and winning the Colorado Trail, setting a new women’s FKT in the process. She’s also wicked smart — an engineer by day, modelling natural disasters. We had so many good laughs chatting with Katya, from her humble bike touring routes to rummaging through garbage can…

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Ep. 4 - Abe Kaufman, self-care & FKTs 55:17

10M ago55:17

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Everybody loves Abe! Abe Kaufman is potentially the nicest person we'll ever have on the podcast and has numerous FKTs to boot. In this episode we chat with Abe about his most recent FKT, the Trans Northern Georgia Adventure, in addition to his self-care routine on the bike and recent races. If you're in the market for a pair of down booties, Abe g…

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The Neighbor Favor 1:15:41

11M ago1:15:41

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Are you a book finisher or a book dropper? Are you both? Or is someone changing you? Those Book Reading Heauxs discuss Deidra's influence, good mac n' cheese, healing from generational trauma, and of course, "The Neighbor Favor." Follow us at instagram.com/thosebookreadingheauxs or visit us at https://msha.ke/thosebookreadingheauxs. Have a book sug…

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Ep. 3 - Whop Wagon has it her way at Badlands 2023 1:05:49

11M ago1:05:49

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In this episode Cynthia shares the behind the scenes of her iconic win. Badlands has made a name for itself as Europe's wildest gravel challenge — an unsupported ultracycling gravel: 800km +16.000m across the only deserts in Europe, the wild coast of Cabo de Gata and the highest Col in the continent, Pico Veleta at 3.396m. After finishing second be…

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Romans

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The Book Eaters 50:17

11M ago50:17

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Want to know what kind of books Co-heaux Deidra likes? The book in this episode is right up her alley. We also talk about how amazing new libraries are now. Follow us at instagram.com/thosebookreadingheauxs or visit us at https://msha.ke/thosebookreadingheauxs. Have a book suggestion? Email us at thosebookreadingheauxs@gmail.com.…

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Ep. 2 - Dr. Marion Dziwnik, women's winner of Badlands 2021 1:00:09

11M ago1:00:09

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With less than a week to go to the 2023 edition of Badlands, we're joined by 2021 female winner, Marion Dziwnik (@supermajon on Instagram). A full-time scientist and accomplished ultra racer, Marion shares more about her cycling journey and her 2021 Badlands win, as well as how she balances a demanding career and this time-intensive niche of cyclin…

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The Society (The Illuminati Files Book 1) 1:16:41

11M ago1:16:41

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This episode doesn't go off the rails. It STARTS off the rails. Strap in as Those Book Reading Heauxs take you on a ride through Facebook Book Groups, food in South Carolina and downtown Atlanta, King's Cakes, and our chosen book. Follow us at instagram.com/thosebookreadingheauxs or visit us at https://msha.ke/thosebookreadingheauxs. Have a book su…

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Ep. 1 - Adventure, camaraderie and... pit toilets? 47:56

11M ago47:56

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Yahoo! Episode 1 of Detours is here. We finally sit down to share what this show will be about, why we love ultra cycling/bikepacking, and some tales from the trail. You'll also get a teaser as to who our guest will be for Episode 2 but you'll have to listen to get that piece of info ;) Throughout the episode, we mentioned a number of links that we…

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Detours: An Ultra Cycling and Adventure Podcast - Trailer 1:26

11M ago1:26

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Welcome to Detours, the podcast that takes you on extraordinary adventures in the world of ultra-cycling races and bikepacking. Hosted by Mel Webb and Cynthia Frazier, this show is for anyone from the seasoned racer to the curious soul eager to hear tales from the trail. Episodes will be released on a monthly basis. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p…

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Accidentally Engaged 1:18:13

12M ago1:18:13

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Join the Heauxs as we get get off topic talking about aliens, exit strategies, pizza, and of course, the book. Follow us at instagram.com/thosebookreadingheauxs or visit us at https://msha.ke/thosebookreadingheauxs. Have a book suggestion? Email us at thosebookreadingheauxs@gmail.com.By Those Book Reading Heauxs

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Humans of the Trail Episode 40 - The Cambrian Way With Olie Wicks 1:03:24

12M ago1:03:24

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Episode 40 of Humans of the Trail with Olie Wicks --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/humansofthetrail/message

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