Detours: Bikepacking, Ultra-Cycling and Adventures by Bike
Mel WebbHosted by ultra endurance and adventure cyclist Mel Webb, Detours brings you stories from inside the world of bikepacking and ultra cycling, featuring racers, community members, race directors and more. This show is about celebrating the journey, and the detours along the way, as much as the destination. We're especially passionate about providing space for folks that identify as women to share th... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 66 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | SportsWildernessLeisureHobbies | |||
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Marei Moldenhauer burst into 2025 with a win at the Atlas Mountain Race in February. No doubt eager to build on that early momentum and with big goals on the horizon for the remainder of the year, she was halted in her tracks after an accident skiing... more
When Roz Osborne signed up for the Silk Road Mountain Race, her motivation was simple: to prove her son wrong.
Living in Cornwall with her husband and 12-year-old son, Roz had spent years pouring her energy into family and work. But when she left he... more
After a crash just weeks before the start of the 2024 Transcontinental Race, Cynthia spent months recovering—stitches, broken teeth, and the mental weight of losing the race she’d prepared for. A year later, she returned to the start line determined ... more
Spend a few minutes with Julie von Gruenigen and you'll hear it right away, she loves riding her bike. On the surface ultra-cycling can feel like it has one recipe for success: sleep little, push past your limits and measure yourself by the podium. B... more
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- Mel and Molly
I just listened to the first episode of this podcast with Molly Weaver. And it was perfection! I have been a non-competitive cyclist for 20 years and have been thinking about bikepacking. So I found this podcast. This was so well done, I learned so much and can’t tell you how excited I am to hear from female cyclists! Thank you so so much. I’m gonna be listening much more!
Apple Podcasts5Sherry Hill in ATX
United States3 months ago - Sport isn’t just performance, it’s stories too!
I don’t own a bike (YET!) but holy do I love this podcast! As an ultra runner, there are so many gems and so much inspiration to take away from Detours! Mel is a powerhouse, thoughtful, insightful and well spoken. She always has excellent questions for her guests and her love of cycling is contagious. The stories she highlights really make cycling accessible to all with a love of adventure and pushing their limits.
Apple Podcasts5StephOuimet
Canada9 months ago - The best
Mel is a skilled interviewer and I’m so happy to hear from so many women in endurance cycling. So many inspirational people on this show!!
Apple Podcasts5HellaEllenUnited States9 months ago - Mel!
She is such a great interviewer.
Apple Podcasts5jayne griffUnited States9 months ago - Love Mel’s interview style
I love this podcast. Mel gets great guests and has an interview style that makes for interesting conversations. Thanks for sharing stories in this way.
Apple Podcasts5skijenbikeCanadaa year ago
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Apple Podcasts | #31 |  United Kingdom/Sports/Wilderness |
Apple Podcasts | #115 | Canada/Sports/Wilderness |
Apple Podcasts | #9 |  France/Sports/Wilderness |
Apple Podcasts | #36 |  Germany/Sports/Wilderness |
Apple Podcasts | #154 |  Australia/Sports/Wilderness |
Apple Podcasts | #232 | France/Sports |
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Celebrating the spirit of adventure and endurance cycling, this show dives into the world of bikepacking and ultra-cycling through engaging narratives and personal stories. With a particular focus on highlighting female voices and experiences, it brings listeners unique perspectives from racers, community members, and race directors, fostering an inclusive environment that encourages participation in the cycling community. Each episode not only showcases thrilling tales of racing but also emphasizes personal growth, resilience, and the friendships forged along the way, making it an inspiring listen for cycling enthusiasts and those curious about the sport alike.
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this podcast launched 2 years ago and published 66 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on this podcast include:
1. Roz Osborne
2. Cynthia Carson
3. Jake Cullen
4. Molly Weaver
5. Kerry MacPhee
6. Emma Bateup
7. Nathalie Baillon
8. Athlyn Cathcart-Keays
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