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Ep. 1170: Wild West Bikepacking Route - Keagan French Revisited Jan 23, 2026

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Bikepacking: Keagan French on Completing the 2,700-Mile Wild West Route from Canada to Mexico, Crossing Grand Canyon, Bryce Canyon, and Sawtooth Mountains in a 2-Month Mountain Bike Adventure. The Wild West Bikepacking Route is a new 2,700 mile route from Canada to Mexico that stitches together existing unpaved paths and forest roads to create an incredible cross-section experience of the American West.

The route takes riders to incredibly beautiful and iconic places ranging from the red rock deserts of the Grand Canyon and Bryce Canyon to the high-altitude alpine of the Sawtooth Mountains.

Keagan French recently did the entirety of the route in while on a break from work. Today we’ll hear his feedback and stories from his 2-month mountain bike adventure!

https://bikepacking.com/bikepacking-routes/

Keagan French: https://www.instagram.com/thefrenchpastry/

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Ep. 1169: Red Pill Adventures with Carl and Derek Jan 21, 2026

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Climbing: What on earth are red pill adventures? Carl and Derek will fill us in on today's episode while Curt is still out climbing Kilimanjaro. As always, lots of laughs and fun with the Backpacking and Blisters guys.

Are you willing to face the truth? Or would you rather live on in the delusions of THE MATRIX?

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Ep. 1168: Discovering 3000+ Arches in Kentucky - Bill Fultz Jan 19, 2026

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Hiking: Bill Fultz, Kentucky Arch Hunter and Photographer, on Discovering Over 3,261 Natural Arches and 1,605 Waterfalls as Hidden Gems for Nature Adventures. Bill Fultz is a photographer and arch hunter from Kentucky. He shares his fascinating discoveries of the state's natural wonders, including its impressive number of waterfalls and natural arches. Bill reveals that Kentucky boasts over 3,261 documented natural arches and 1,605 waterfalls, making it a hidden gem for nature enthusiasts. He discusses the adventures involved in exploring these formations, the unique geological processes that create them, and practical advise for traveling across the Kentucky landscape.

Explore Bill's photography work: https://www.fultzfotos.com and https://www.facebook.com/FultzFotos

Explore the Kentucky arch database: https://www.kylandforms.com/

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Ep. 1167: Mountain Biking in Pakistan - Greg Robidoux Revisited Jan 16, 2026

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Mountain Biking: Greg Robidoux on Wild Early-2000s Tour of the Himalayas Race in Pakistan, Food Poisoning, Terrorist Hideouts, and Epic Adventure Stories. Greg Robidoux joins us today to share some truly wild stories about mountain bike racing in Pakistan in the early 2000s in the Tour of the Himalayas. From food poisoning to terrorist hideouts, this episode is short, but packed full of adventure and will have you dreaming up what you can do if you’re willing to go for it!

You can find out more about Greg at serottacyclinginstitute.com, which he owns. It’s the longest-running bike fit education and Certification outlet in the world.

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Ep. 1166: Worst Trip Ever! Carl Mandrioli and Derek Somerville Jan 14, 2026

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Backpacking: Carl and Derek from Backpacking and Blisters Share Their Worst Backpacking Trip Ever in a Fun, Guest-Hosted Discussion. I am not even here but you get a fun ASP episode anyway. Carl and Derek from Backpacking and Blisters are here to guest host and provide you with some fresh fun discussing their WORST backpacking trip ever. Enjoy!!

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Ep. 1165: Endurance Motorcyclist Wendy Crockett Jan 12, 2026

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Motorcycle Endurance: Wendy Crockett on Guinness World Record Motorcycle Adventures, Podium Titles, Persevering Through Repeated Setbacks, and Turning Bad Luck into Inspiration. "We kept saying, at least we got all of our bad luck out of the way early."

Join us today as endurance motorcyclist and world traveler Wendy Crockett shares amazing accounts of how to persevere even when things just keep going wrong, over and over again. Wendy is an amazing endurance rider holding a Guinness world record and several podium titles, but more than that, Wendy is inspirational and fun!

Book: https://pushingmiles.com/

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Ep. 1164: How to Keep Adventuring with Kids (Or Any Major Responsibility) with Heidi Dusek - Revisited Jan 09, 2026

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Family Adventure: Heidi Siefken on Balancing Full-Time Work, Home Remodeling, and Raising Three Kids Through Frequent Outdoor Travel and Authentic Family Experiences as Host of Ordinary Sherpa Podcast. Before kids, Heidi was traveling around the world, loved the outdoors and epic adventures. Once she became a mom she felt like she had to let go of a lot of that. Determined by knowing how great the world of adventure is, Heidi has dedicated her time and energy to continue her life of travel and adventure with her family.

Today she and her husband live in Wisconsin with their three children and a dog. They travel frequently, spend a significant amount of time outdoors, while both working full-time and remodeling their third-generation farm house. She is the founder and host of Ordinary Sherpa podcast designed to inspire families to connect through simple and authentic adventure experiences.

Find out more about Heidi below:

Website: ordinarysherpa.com

Instagram: @ordinarysherpa

Private FB Group: facebook.com/groups/ordinarysherpa

Email List: ordinarysherpa.com/subscribe

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Ep. 1163 Amazing Adventure Travel with Seth Quigg Jan 07, 2026

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Adventure Travel: Seth Quigg on Himalayan Expeditions, Silk Road Journeys, Sustainable Tourism, Cultural Exchange, and the Karuna Project for Social Impact. In this episode, Curt speaks with Seth Quigg, an experienced outdoor educator and adventure travel guide. They discuss Seth's journey through the outdoor industry, the importance of cultural exchange and sustainable tourism, and the transformative power of adventure travel. Seth shares his experiences in the Himalayas, the Silk Road, and his work with the Karuna Project, which focuses on leveraging travel for positive social change. The conversation emphasizes the need for connection, personal growth, and the impact of adventure on individuals and communities.

To learn more about Karuna Project: www.karuna-project.com

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Ep. 1162: The Adventurous Attitude with Mel Peddle Jan 05, 2026

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Diving, Snorkeling: Mel Peddle on Mini Adventures Like White Water Snorkeling, Dinosaur Digs, Glacier Cave Wedding, and Embracing Everyday Exploration with Spontaneity and Community. Join us today as Curt speaks with Mel Peddle, a passionate adventurer who embodies the spirit of exploration through a variety of mini adventures. From white water snorkeling to dinosaur digs, Mel shares her experiences and insights on how to embrace adventure in everyday life. The conversation highlights the importance of community, spontaneity, and the joy of discovering local treasures. Mel's unique approach to adventure, including her unconventional wedding in a glacier cave and her love for mini golf, inspires listeners to seek out their own adventures and make the most of their time. The episode concludes with a powerful reminder to take risks and enjoy life while you can.

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Ep. 1161: Leaving Road to Go Gravel with Pro Cyclist Pete Stetina Revisited Jan 02, 2026

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Gravel Cycling: Pro Cyclist Pete Stetina on Leaving Road Racing After Injury, Full Recovery, and Thriving in the Community-Focused Gravel Scene. After years of being in the biggest road cycling races in the world a devastating and life-altering injury left Pete’s career path felt shaken up and in need of more stability.

Growing up in Colorado and now residing in the Tahoe area, the outdoors were the places he felt at home and at peace. That’s when Pete started to explore the idea of leaving the world of road cycling for the up-and-coming gravel scene. It was a place that accepted newcomers, valued community and good beer, but also gave the edge to not just the fastest riders, but the toughest.

An unlikely full recovery is what even made this dream of going gravel possible. In today’s episode, we’re hearing a story of endurance, optimism, and the power of betting on yourself.

To find out more about Pete:

Instagram: @pstetina

stetinaspaydirt.com

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