Aleś Zavoral from the Czech Republic just won the 2022 Bike Nonstop US Race with a time of 18d 11h 51m. Aleś is no stranger to racing, he's logged 136 races in the past 13 years. I did the math, that's 10.4 races a year! Please visit <a href= "http://www.BikesorDeath.com">www.BikesorDeath.com</a> for a full write up and photos from Aleś' race! EPISODE SPONSORS <a href="https://www.embarkmaple.com/" target="_blank" rel= "noreferrer noopener">Embark Maple</a> - Maple syrup tapped right from their farm made by, and for, bikepackers, adventurers, and outdoors people. For 30% OFF use code "bikesordeath30" at checkout <a href="https://www.mulberrygap.com/" target="_blank" rel= "noreferrer noopener">Mulberry Gap</a> - Tired of the heat and ready for fall? Me too! <a href="https://www.mulberrygap.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Start planning now</a> for your fall get away to Mulberry Gap! 🎉 New Patrons 🎉 Thomas Subritzky Michael Young <a href="https://www.patreon.com/bikesordeath" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Join them won’t you?</a> These episodes aren’t possible without support from our listeners.

Ep. 124 ~ Ana Jager, 2022 Tour Divide Winner

Bikes or Death is a podcast centered around the growing sport of bikepacking, adventure cycling, and the outdoors. The show features the amazing people who participate in these activities and contribute so greatly to the cycling community. The Bikes or Death Podcast is dedicated to sharing the stories and experiences of these individuals with the hopes that it inspires others to get outside, get on their bikes, and experience what our natural world has waiting for them. At its heart Bikes or Death is more than just a podcast. Bikes or Death is a lifestyle. It's the idea that a life without bikes is a life not worth living.  Now go ride your damn bike!