I love this type of packing shot! A gridded overview of every bit and bob that's coming along.

This is my fully loaded customised Ortler Mainau touring bike. Name? Black Donkey.

Starting line

May 15, 2023 in England ⋅ ☁️ 15 °C

A friend asked me "So what is the start of your trip going to look like? Will you just... get on your bike outside of your house and start pedalling?" And yes, that's exactly what it was like. I shut the door, reflected on the moment for a bit, felt the electrifying excitement for the adventure that was going to start there and then and... turned the pedals for the first turn out of many!Read more