Let’s go back to basics. Let’s learn from each other. Let’s grab onto the things we love about cycling and spend time there!
A good time on two wheels is at the core of why we all ride a bike. Ted’s XL’ent Adventure hand-picks the things that stand out as exceptional and runs with them. Specifically, a great group of people, an inspiring place to ride, and an adventure with lots of knowns, but still plenty of unknowns.
The Nuts and Bolts:
Ted’s XL’ent Adventure is a group bikepacking experience. We will meet at a specified date and time and then start riding a published route. The route will be long enough that it will require multiple days.
Inherently, bikepacking is an arms-distant experience. It’s intriguing, exciting, and adventurous, but it’s not as easy as rolling out your front door for an hour long spin. Bikepacking takes us out of our comfort zone and presents a number of challenges. But as a group, we can lean on each other, learn from each other, and have an incredible experience with one another.
Naturally, a group will spread out throughout the route. We therefore have predetermined overnight points where we will stop, set up camp, eat, talk, laugh, and learn.
There is no fee. There aren’t timing chips or the pursuit of an FKT. We’re here for a really fun bike ride.
Ted’s XL’ent Adventure 1.0: Megahopper
When I rode the Megahopper I spent a large portion of the ride thinking, “Wow, this is spectacular. How do I do this route again, but slow down and really take it in?” This is the time!
Route: Ride with GPS
Starting point: Mill District, 164 Healdsburg Ave, Healdsburg, California.
Departure date: March 23, 2023. Exact departure time, TBD.
Estimated time: 4 days.
Disclaimer:
All types of bicycle riding are inherently dangerous activities, bikepacking included. We will be riding on open, public roads with vehicle traffic. I, Ted King, do NOT assume liability for your participation. By participating, you agree for yourself, your heirs, executors and administrators to waive any and all claims for personal injury and/or damage that you may have against me, Ted King, for any and all injuries received while taking part in any and all activities organized or sponsored by me.
Ted’s XL’ent Adventure 2.0: VTXL
In 2020, I rode the VTXL as quickly as possible. As I catch stories of more and more people bikepacking this route, I’m excited to tackle this legendary ride again.
Route: Ride with GPS
Starting point: Canaan, VT. Exact departure point, TBD.
Departure date: July 21, 2023. Exact departure time, TBD.
Estimated time: 3 days.
Disclaimer:
All types of bicycle riding are inherently dangerous activities, bikepacking included. We will be riding on open, public roads with vehicle traffic. I, Ted King, do NOT assume liability for your participation. By participating, you agree for yourself, your heirs, executors and administrators to waive any and all claims for personal injury and/or damage that you may have against me, Ted King, for any and all injuries received while taking part in any and all activities organized or sponsored by me.
Ted’s XL’ent Adventure 3.0: PNW
Exploring the Pacific Northwest with Jan Heine of Rene Herse is a highlight of the past few years. I suggested an XL’ent Adventure and he took to the idea immediately.
Route: TBD
Starting point: TBD.
Departure date: September 16, 2023. Exact departure time, TBD.
Estimated time: 2-3 days.
Disclaimer:
All types of bicycle riding are inherently dangerous activities, bikepacking included. We will be riding on open, public roads with vehicle traffic. I, Ted King, do NOT assume liability for your participation. By participating, you agree for yourself, your heirs, executors and administrators to waive any and all claims for personal injury and/or damage that you may have against me, Ted King, for any and all injuries received while taking part in any and all activities organized or sponsored by me.