The Seek Travel Ride Podcast
The Seek Travel Ride podcast shares the stories of cycle touring and bikepacking adventures undertaken by guests all over the globe. Tune in to listen and be inspired by the people behind the adventures as they share their tales from their trips. New episodes are released each week and are available here on the website or through your favourite podcast player.
To date the podcast has featured over 50 guests from all around the world and from all walks of life. Whether you are interested in cycle touring, bike packing or ultra-cycling there is an episode for you to enjoy and learn a bit more about this wonderful way of travel.
Meet the host
Host of the podcast, Bella Molloy, is a passionate cyclist herself and loves sitting down with her guests and delving into their adventures and what makes them tick. Bella has undertaken a number of cycle touring and bike packing adventures herself and loves the freedom and enjoyment that cycling brings.
Join the Seek Travel Ride podcast community
Since the launch of the podcast in early 2023, a community of likeminded people has formed and is growing all the time. Join in via the show’s Facebook group or Instagram page and get involved yourself. The goal is to make Seek Travel Ride the premier podcast for long distance cycling, both sharing stories of people and their motivations as well as lots of practical advice and information for those seeking answers.
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If you love what you are hearing and wish to support the show you can head over to our Buy me a Coffee page. The support received goes back into making more great content and further developing and expanding what is offered in 2024.
Get in touch
If you have your own story you would like to share get in touch via the email at podcast@seektravelride.com or you can even leave a voice message, we would love to hear from you.
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Search the Podcast Episode Directory
Below you will find all the episodes currently available. You can listen to them through the embedded player on each page or your favourite podcast player.
| Image | Title | Excerpt |
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 | Episode 120: David McCourt | Hear David McCourt's experiences from cycling all the way from Australia to N.Ireland on an incredible bike travel journey. |
 | Episode 119: Rare Femmes | Meet the founders of Rare Femmes and Bike Travel Fest - a festival being run in Spain all about encouraging more women to take on bike adventures for themselves. |
 | Episode 118: Terri Jockerst | Terri Jockerst shares why age be no barrier to taking bike adventures as she shares her experiences of cycle from Norway to Malta as well as Taiwan, Japan and South Korea in retirement! |
 | Episode 117: Charlie Walker | Charlie Walker shares his experiences gained from over a decade of adventure travel - all kicking off with his four year bike journey. |
 | Episode 116: Phill Hargreaves (part 2) | Phill Hargreaves shares his experiences from a 3 year Cycle Tour taken in 19884 from the UK to Australia and back again. |
 | Episode 115: Phill Hargreaves | in 1984 Phill Hargreaves set off from the UK on a cycle tour to Australia - cycling to Everest Base Camp along the way! Hear his experiences on the Seek Travel Ride podcast. |
 | Episode 114: Saoirse Pottie | Saoirse Pottie shares how her bikepacking adventures have taught her so much about the world, helped her face fears, and build a fantastic, inclusive community around bike travel. |
 | Episode 113: Jesus Estrada | Jesus Estrada shares what it was like to cycle all the way across Mexico on a 7000km bikepacking tour, on this episode of Seek Travel Ride. |
 | Episode 112: Jessie Brown | Jessie Brown's took a 6000km cycle tour through South East Asia from the most to the least polluted places in the world. Listen to her story on episode 112 of Seek Travel Ride - a podcast sharing people taking amazing adventures on a bike. |
 | Episode 111: Tristan Ridley | Want to go bikepacking in North America? Listen to adventurer Tristan Ridley on this podcast episode of Seek Travel Ride as he shares his experiences, cycling from Alaska, Canada, the GDMBR as well as through Utah. |
 | Episode 110: Tristan Ridley | In Episode 110 of Seek Travel Ride, Tristan Ridley speaks about what it is like to be a long term biketraveller, having spent ten years cycling around the world. |
 | Episode 109: James Baile | Take an adventure through the Himalayas on a bicycle in 1986 with James Baile - who shares his experiences on this episode of Seek Travel Ride |
 | Episode 108: Melanie Schautt | What's it like to go bikepacking across South America as a complete beginner? Listener to adventurer Melanie Schautt tell her story of doing just that in this episode of Seek Travel Ride |
 | Episode 107: Jamie Hargreaves | Jamie Hargreaves talks about what it's like to take a cycle tour from the Uk to Australia, following on his father's footsteps from 40 years ago. Listen to his story on this podcast episode of Seek Travel Ride |
 | Episode 106: Dr. Sarah Ruggins | What's it like to race the Transcontinental Race - one of the hardest Ultra Cycling Races? Listen to Sarah Ruggins share her experiences on this podcast episode of Seek Travel Ride |
 | Episode 105: Marta Ballús | What's it like to go bikepacking as a solo female through South America? Listen to Marta Ballús share her experience on this episode of Seek Travel Ride |
 | Episode 104: Rob MacLennan | What's it like to cycle from the UK to Cape Town? Rob MacLennan shares his story in this episode of Seek Travel Ride |
 | Episode 103: Rob MacLennan | What's it like to cycle from the UK through West Africa? Listen to Rob MacLennan share his experiences in this episode of Seek Travel Ride |
 | Episode 102: Malachi Frances | What's it like to go on a cycle tour from the UK to Ausralia? Episode 102 of Seek Travel Ride features Malachi Frances who shares his experiences as he is halfway through his journey. |
 | Episode 101: Alastair Humphreys | The Adventure Mindset. An interview with Alastair Humphreys sharing his insights from leading an adventurous life - the highs, lows and everything in between. |
 | Episode 100: Madeline Hoffmann | On Seek Travel Ride, Madeline Hoffmann shares her epic journey cycling solo from Germany to Australia. Discover the challenges, unforgettable moments, and inspiration behind her bike touring adventure. |
| Episode 99: David McCourt | David McCourt spent 2.5 years cycling from Melbourne to Cushendall, N.Ireland. Listen to him share his experiences in episode 99 of Seek Travel Ride. |
 | Episode 98: Marielle Jauring | Listen to Marielle Jauring share her experiences from cy cle touring over 90,000kms all around the world. - available now Episode 98 of Seek Travel Ride |
 | Episode 97: Giacomo Turco | What's it like to go bikepacking through isolated landscapes? Listen to Giacomo Turco share his experiences in episode 97 of Seek Travel Ride |
 | Episode 96: Peter Gostelow | Find out what it's like to go bikepacking on the Jordan Bike Trail, through Saudi Arabia, Northern Kenya and Tanzania with seasoned bike tourer Peter Gostelow in episode 96 of Seek Travel Ride |
 | Episode 95: McKenzie Barney | Find out what it's like to take a bike tour 29,000kms around the world, in this interview with adventurer McKenzie Barney. Available now on Seek Travel Ride |
 | Episode 94: Laura McMillan | Discover what it's like to go bike touring through some of the most remote landscapes in the world with this podcast interview with Laura McMillan on Seek Travel Ride |
 | Episode 93: Spencer McCullough | Listen to Spencer McCullough talk about his experience of bike touring 29,000kms to visit all the National Parks in the Lower 48 States. |
 | Episode 92: Jess Thomas | Episode 92 of Seek Travel Ride featuring Jess Thomas and how she has made a lifestyle out of Bike Adventures |
 | Episode 91: Samer Abouhamad | Samer Abouhamad, who has pedalled his way through 41 countries, covering over 48,000 kilometres. I sat down and interviewed Samer for episode 91 of Seek Travel Ride and had him share his experiences for the podcast. |
 | Episode 90: Meryem Belkihel | Ep. 90 of Seek Travel Ride features the fascinating journey of Meryem Belkihel, a fearless Moroccan adventurer who has spent over 600 days cycling across Africa |
 | Episode 89: James Benson-King | James Benson-King shares his experience of what it was like taking a bike adventure from Alaska to Argentina. |
 | Episode 88: Sheelagh Daly | Episode 88 of Seek Travel Ride features guest Sheelagh Daley and her inspirational bike tours across Europe and beyond |
 | Episode 87: Laura Buchan | Listen to guest Laura Buchan on this episode of Seek Travel Ride as she shares her experiences of undertaking solo bike travel down the Pacific Coast and through Patagonia. |
 | Episode 86: Claire Wyatt | Episode 86 of Seek Travel Ride reconnects with adventurer Claire Wyatt, ahead of her ambitious journey biking from Mongolia all the way home to the UK. |
 | Episode 85: Rieke Schmees | Be transported on a solo 12,000km bikepacking journey from Germany to Turkey with guest Rieke Schmees in this episode of Seek Travel Ride |
 | Episode 84: Stephen Drew | Find out what it's like to Bikepack through Namibia's vast landscapes in this podcast episode with guest Stephen Drew |
 | Episode 83: Laura Willerton | Listen to guest Laura Willerton speak about her experiences of cycling from Europe to Asia on her bicycle tour |
 | Episode 82: Russell Nankervis | Find out what it's like to take a bikepackingn journey across Europe from the North Cape in Norway all the way to Tarifa in Spain with guest Russell Nankervis. |
 | Episode 81: Wiebke Lühmann | This is the second episode featuring guest Wiebke Lühmann, a German adventurer who is currently on a bicycle tour from Freiburg in Germany all the way to Capetown in South Africa |
 | Episode 80: Alee Denham | What's it like to be a full time Bicycle Nomad? Listen to this episode with Alee Denham and hear him share his insights from Cycling About all around the world. |
 | Episode 79: Jacob Ashton | Imagine cycling through 108 countries, spanning six continents and covering 163,000 kilometres. Listen to Jacob Ashton on ep 79 of Seek Travel Ride to her his experiences of doing just that. |
 | Episode 78: Sara Qiu | What's it like to take a bike tour from Spain to China? Listen to episode 78 of Seek Travel Ride and hear Sara Qiu share her experiences of doing just that. |
 | Episode 77: Tara Weir | Listen to Tara Weir, a seasoned adventurer who has cycled over 45,000 kilometres through 24 countries. |
 | Episode 76: Vallu Heinilä | In June 2022, Vallu Heinilä embarked on a 15,000-kilometre journey through 21 countries, from Finland to Singapore, with his best friend, Alvari. |
 | Episode 75: Scott Sharick | Have you ever dreamt of leaving everything behind to embark on an adventure of a lifetime? Scott Sharick did just that. After spending 30 years working in health care, Scott decided in 2015 to become what he calls "financially poor and experientially rich." This decision led him to Cambodia, and eventually to a global bicycle adventure that would change his life forever. |
 | Episode 74: Barbara & Jordi | Barbara and Jordi discuss what it's been like to pack up their life and embrace their dream of cycling the world in this episode of Seek Travel Ride |
 | Episode 73: Mark Sky | Ever wanted to bike all the way from Canada to Argentina? Listen to ep. 73 of Seek Travel Ride talking to guest, Mark Sky - who is currently on an adventure doing just that. |
 | Episode 72: Izabela Murtagh | Want to know what it's like to ride long distance Audax events like London-Edinburgh-London and Paris-Brest-Paris? Well this episode features guest Izabela Murtagh who has done just that. |
 | Episode 71: Jude Kriwald Part Two | What would it be like to cycle deep in a Liberian Jungle? What would it be like to be there? Well in episode 71 of Seek Travel Ride I continue my discussion with Jude Kriwald to learn more about what it was like for him as he spent 3 months cycling through West Africa. |
 | Episode 70: Jude Kriwald | What's it like to cycle all the way from England to India? Episode 70 of Seek Travel Ride features guest Jude Kriwald who did just that. |
 | Episode 69: Marie-Soleil Blais | Ever wondered what it's like to race the Tour Divide bikepacking race? Well in this episode of Seek Tracel RIde I speak to Marie-Soleil Blais, a former professional road cyclist who traded her sleek tarmac sprints for the gritty trails of bikepacking. |
 | Episode 68: Wiebke Lühmann | Episode 68 of Seek Travel Ride, features Wiebke Lühmann and her remarkable cycling expedition from Frieberg in Germany to the tip of Cape Town in South Africa. In total she will be covering over 20,000 kilometers of diverse and challenging terrain. |
 | Episode 67 Katrina Hase | Want to know what it's like to go bikepacking on the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route? Well in this episode guest Katrina Hase shares her stories and experiences of doing just that. |
 | Episode 66: Kari Loia | Discover the profound journey of a son and his 75-year-old father as they cycle 4,600 miles across the United States, battling the elements and the challenges of Alzheimer's. Join us as we explore the highs and lows of their adventure, the people they met, and the lessons they learned along the way. Listen now for an experience that will move and motivate you. |
 | Episode 65: Jen Adams | Dive into the thrilling world of bikepacking with our latest episode featuring the inspiring Jen Adams. Learn about her transformative 8800-kilometre journey across North America, the creation of the Log Driver's Waltz, and her dedication to making bikepacking an inclusive sport for everyone. |
 | Episode 64: Hanna and Jonas | Ever imagined cycling across continents? Hanna and Jonas did more than just dream; they embarked on a 20,000 km journey through 20 countries to explore biodiversity initiatives. In our latest podcast episode, they share the highs and lows of their adventure, from frozen toothpaste to heartwarming welcomes. Tune in to be inspired by their story and learn about the incredible environmental projects they've discovered along the way. |
 | Episode 63: Viivi Rissanen | Embark on a journey of resilience and discovery with Viivi Rissanen, a Finnish explorer whose thirst for adventure knows no bounds. In this episode of the podcast, we delve into Viivi's audacious expedition across New Zealand – a land of untamed beauty and unpredictable weather. Facing the elements head-on, Viivi cycled the Tour Aotearoa, navigating from the lush subtropical rainforests of the North Island to the majestic, snow-capped peaks of the South Island. |
 | Episode 62: Jenn Hamelman | In this episode of Seek Travel Ride, we delve into the world of cartography and cycling with Jenn Hamelman, a veteran at the Adventure Cycling Association, who shares her captivating journey from Portland, Maine, to Seattle, Washington – the scenic long way around. As a cartographer, Jen has spent 25 years charting paths for others, but it was her personal quest that took her through a transformative experience, braving relentless rain, steep climbs, and the unexpected generosity of strangers. |
 | Episode 61: Nicolai Bangsgaard | Get ready to be whisked away on an adventure that spans the globe! In this episode, i am joined by Nikolai Bangsgaard, a seasoned traveller who has turned his passion for cycling into a lifestyle. From pedalling over 62,000 kilometres across 53 countries to his latest global triathlon challenge, Nikolai's story is nothing short of awe-inspiring. Discover the beauty of slow travel and how it transforms not just the way we move, but how we connect with the world. Don't miss out on this exhilarating tale of adventure and human spirit. Click play now and let Nikolai's journey inspire your next great adventure! |
 | Episode 60: Steph Devery | Get ready to be taken on a whirlwind journey across continents as Steph Devery recounts her thrilling bicycle tour from the rock of Gibraltar to the windswept Cape of Good Hope. In this latest podcast episode, you'll ride alongside Steph through 40 countries, experience close encounters with Africa's majestic wildlife, and discover the profound kindness of strangers. This is not just a story of travel; it's a narrative of transformation and the indomitable human spirit. Tune in and let your heart race with every pedal stroke on this epic adventure. |
 | Episode 59: Daniel Troia | In this heart-stirring episode of Seek Travel Ride, I embark on a remarkable journey with Daniel Troia, who dared to traverse the United States not just on two wheels, but with an audacious twist: setting out without a penny to his name or food in his panniers. Over seven months and across 19 states, Daniel put his faith in the kindness of strangers, proving that generosity can be found in the most unexpected places. |
 | Episode 58: Jack Keogh | Feel the burn and the beauty of the Tour Divide Race with Jack Keogh's gripping tale on the Seek Travel Ride podcast. From gruelling climbs to awe-inspiring landscapes, get ready for an adventure that pushes all limits! |
 | Episode 57: The Fledglings | Meet the Mallee Fledglings - a group who embraced the mud, the mayhem, and the magic of the 2023 Mallee Blast. Their podcast episode is a testament to the power of community and the joy of cycling. Don't miss their incredible story! |
 | Episode 56: Jack Greenwood | Embark on an amazing journey with Jack Greenwood as he recounts his extraordinary South American adventure . From the frost-kissed plains of Patagonia to the sun-drenched shores of Colombia, Jack's tale is one of relentless climbs, jaw-dropping vistas, and the transformative power of pedal-powered exploration. |
 | Episode 55: Peter Gostelow | Discover the extraordinary journey of Peter Gostelo as he pedals across continents, embracing the essence of slow travel. Tune into the Seek Travel Ride Podcast for an intimate look at a life spent exploring the globe on two wheels. |
 | Episode 54: Robert Fletcher | In this episode, we're joined by Robert Fletcher, an extraordinary octogenarian who refused to spend his 80th birthday in the conventional manner. Instead, he embarked on a record-breaking journey that defies the norms of aging and adventure. Robert's Octogenarian Odyssey has seen him pedaling an e-bike across continents, setting a world record for the longest journey on an e-bike from the North Pole in Alaska to Panama City, and he's not stopping there. His quest continues toward Ushuaia, Argentina, proving that age is merely a number when it comes to living life to the fullest. |
 | Episode 53: We the Fam BroJames | Dive into the enthralling tale of a family who left their daily lives behind to embark on a cycling odyssey that spans three continents. With every pedal stroke, they encounter new cultures, face the unpredictability of the road, and discover the strength of their family bond. This episode is a testament to the power of adventure and the unyielding spirit of togetherness. |
 | Episode 52: Agnieszka Baginska: | |
 | Episode 51: Eric Lederer | |
 | Episode 50: Laura Killingbeck | |
 | Episode 49: Viola & Jeff Baker | |
 | Episode 48: April Drage | |
 | Episode 47: Katja & Martin | |
 | Episode 46: Stefan Barth | |
 | Episode 45: Laura and Simon | |
 | Episode 44: Rebekka Wiedener | |
 | Episode 43: Graham Coult & Charles Henderson | |
 | Episode 42: Stevie and Tom Thissen | |
 | Episode 41: Claire Wyatt - Bicycle Touring Across Australia | |
 | Episode 40: Cedric and Azur - Six Spinning Legs | |
 | Episode 39: Emma Williams: Alice to Alex Ride | |
 | Episode 38: Helen Dainty - A Life on Two Wheels | |
 | Episode 37 - Art Zemon: Cycling Rediscovered | |
 | Episode 36: Rebecca Lowe - The Slow Road to Tehran | |
 | Episode 35: Chloe Sanderson & Mary Thornton - Raid Pyrenees | |
 | Episode 34: Pippa Langan - Fast Tracks and Bivvy Bags: Cycling 25,000km around the world | |
| Episode 33: McKenzie Barney - Experiences from Cycling 29,000km Around the World | |
 | Episode 32: Nathalie Baillon - Insights from the Fastest Women to Cycle Across Europe. North Cape to Tarifa | |
 | Episode 31: Muriel Zaccuri - Cycling the Long Way to Japan - Via the Gulf Region | |
 | Episode 30: Tess Meyer - London to Istanbul Tales from a Solo Bicycle Tour across Europe | |
 | Episode 29 - Ali Dastagirzada: Cycling Coast to Coast from East to West on the TransAmerica Bike Trail | |
 | Episode 28: Lesa Ashford: Cycling to New Horizons -14,000km World Record breaking Ride to Circumnavigate Australia | |
 | Episode 27: Mark Wedgwood - Cycling All the OS Maps | |
 | Episode 26 - Chris Barker: Snow Cave Survivor to Ultra Cyclist | |
 | Episode 25: Rory Mansfield & Ben Cannell - Les Lanternes Rouge | |
 | Episode 24: Kristina Rivers - Setting the World Record for Fastest Women to Cycle Across Australia | |
 | Episode 23 - Roxy and Tommy on the Road | |
 | Episode 22: Max Schnell: Deux Mille Challenge | |
 | Episode 21: Liz Hughes - Cycling with Tenacity - Exploring the Thrills and Grit of Bicycle Adventures | |
 | Episode 20: Lesa Ashford - Chasing World Ultra Cycling Records Around Australia | |
 | Episode 19: Ed Hawes - Chasing Dreams on a 25,000km Bicycle Tour from London to NZ | |
 | Episode 18: Leanne Bentley- From Dales Divide to the Atlas Mountain Race | |
 | Episode 17: Arev and Mathias - Amazing World Bike Tour | |
 | Episode 04: Lizzie Jenkins: Film Director, Adventurer, Endurance Athlete, Ultra-cyclist. Crossing Continents on the Transcontinental Race (TCR) | |
 | Episode 03: Michiel Desmet & Chiara Maffina: Alaska to Mexico - World record longest handbike ride | |
 | Episode 01: Madeline Hoffmann: Bicycle Touring From Germany to Turkey - A Journey of Self Discovery | |
 | Episode 10: Robert Reynolds: The Art of Bicycle Touring | |
 | Episode 05: Kimberly Evering - Empire State Ride, Cycling for a Purpose | |
 | Episode 08: Simon Willis: An Inspiring Journey of Adventure. From Hiking the Pacific Crest Trail to Bikepacking the Torino Nice Rally | |
 | Episode 07: Nikki Ray - Cycling to Explore, Endure and Empower | |
 | Episode 02: Dr fLorence Cotel: One Dream Down - Bicycle Touring With a Positive Mindset | |
 | Episode 06: Mark Gresser - Perth to Paris - Bicycle Touring Over 29,000km on a Mission to See the World | |
 | Episode 09: Stevie Gaebe: Endurance Athlete and Ultra Cyclist. Solo Endurance During the Normandicat 900 | |
 | Episode 11: Michelle Brideau- Active Journeys - From London Commutes to Bicycle Touring Across Canada and Beyond | |
 | Episode 12: Paul de Tilly Beyond Borders on the Silk Road - A Solo Gravel Bike Adventure From Paris to China | |
 | Episode 15: Graham Coult: Breaking Free - A Bikepacking Adventure Along a WWII POW's Escape Route | |
 | Episode 14: Claire Wyatt - Two wheels and the World | |
 | Episode 13: Jason Allen - 8500km of Pure Adventure on a Solo Bicycle Tour Across the U.S.A | |
 | Episode 16 - Tommy Quick: Turning Setbacks into Comebacks, Cycling 9,000km on the 4 points Australia ride |