3 bikepacking movies you must see
Two years on a bike
Picture this for a second: everything you own fits in a handful of bags and your home is a winding road that will take you from Canada to Argentina.
In this film, Martijn Doolaard experiences adventure on one of the most beautiful roads in the world, from the windy coasts of California to the thick Mexican jungles and the alpine forests of Patagonia.
A movie in four episodes, free on YouTube.
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Solideam
If you’ve never seen this movie, it’s about time you did! This inspiring film tells the story of three childhood friends who set off on a 54,000km adventure to chase their dream of travelling the world on their bikes, while completing quirky challenges on the way.
During these three years through many challenges and encounters, the hidden past of some will resurface. As the trip goes on, the sum of these experiences teaches them about human kindness.
The frozen Road
“The Frozen Road” is a movie shot and edited by Ben Page during his round-the-world bike trip. This short film is an honest vision on solo travel, on wonder, terror and frustration, all of them emotions that Ben felt while crossing the unforgiving emptiness of one of the “last wild regions” of the world: the Canadian Arctic.
His goal was to find perfect solitude. He quickly realised that the harsh truth of travelling in such a great environment was far from idyllic and romantic…
Journal
First bikepacking trip: everything we wish we'd known before we started
Planning your first bike trip can feel exciting… and a little overwhelming. What gear do you need? How far should you ride? Where do you even start? Whether you’re dreaming of a weekend escape or a multi-day adventure, this guide will walk you through everything you need to know !
Where should you go for your first cycling trip in France this summer?
The sun is shining, the days are getting longer, and a desire for escape is starting to linger in your mind. This year, it’s decided: you want to try slow travel. But for a first cycling trip in France, a crucial question arises: where should you start?
