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Detours: Bikepacking, Ultra-Cycling and Adventures by Bike

Mel Webb
Ultra Cycling
Atlas Mountain Race
Bikepacking
Morocco
Endurance Racing
Mental Resilience
Cycling
2024 Atlas Mountain Race
Cynthia's Experience
Women In Cycling
Silk Road Mountain Race
Nutrition
Training Regimens
Community
Nutrition and Hydration
Mel Webb's Recovery
Empowerment Of Women In Sports
Community In Cycling
Running
Mental Strategies

Hosted 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

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Artwork for Detours: Bikepacking, Ultra-Cycling and Adventures by Bike

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The Triple Crown of bikepacking is a massive undertaking: three iconic routes, thousands of kilometres, and a season that demands a hell of a lot from you. 

In this episode of Detours, I sit down with my husband, Jake, to look back on his year racin... more

The beauty of riding is that it can hold so many versions of us at once — the traveller, the dreamer, the person who loves a challenge, and the person who wants to prioritize fun.

Hélène Fromenty is a journalist and bikepacker has been bike touring ... more

There’s a certain kind of freedom that comes with slowing down: giving yourself time to stay, to notice, and to let a place leave its mark on you.

Over the years, Weronika Szalas’s mindset has shifted more and more toward slow travel — working in th... more

Whether you’re fuelling for a multi-day bikepacking race, trying to get more out of your training, or simply hoping to feel a little better on your everyday rides, what and when you eat can change everything.

This week on Detours, I’m joined by Uri ... more

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Recent Guests

Hélène Fromenty
Journalist and ultra-cyclist specializing in bikepacking and off-road racing
Episode: Hélène Fromenty on Her First MTB Ultra, Trans Pyrenees and Bikes as Way of Life
Uri Carlson
Dietician who helps athletes fuel their potential
Episode: Endurance Nutrition 101: Uri Carlson on Building a Fuelling Foundation
Quinda Verheul
Artist and bikepack racer
Episode: Quinda Verheul on Finding Purpose Beyond Performance
Sarah Diekmeyer
Gravel racer for Enough Cycling taking on her first ultra challenge
Enough Cycling
Episode: Sarah Diekmeyer on Racing Her First Ultra and What She Learned from Badlands
Marei Moldenhauer
Cyclist and recovering athlete
Episode: Marei Moldenhauer on Recovery, Rebuilding, and the Road Back From Injury
Roz Osborne
Cyclist and participant in the Silk Road Mountain Race
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Episode: Roz Osborne on Silk Road Mountain Race, Motherhood & Ultra
Jake Cullen
Ultra cyclist who completed the Tour Divide
Episode: Jake Cullen on 16 days down the Tour Divide
Kerry MacPhee
Blazing fast Scottish bikepack racer
Episode: Washed Away: Kerry MacPhee on HT550 2025 and Finding Joy in Going Fast
Emma Bateup
A cyclist with an impressive track record in ultra racing, having won women's events and placed high in competitive races.
Episode: Emma Bateup on Going Full Send at Highland Trail 550 and Beyond

Host

Mel Webb
Host of the show, passionate ultra-endurance and adventure cyclist who shares stories from the cycling community, focusing on personal journeys and the importance of inclusivity in the sport.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 335 ratings
  • Brilliant Show

    Great host that gets the best out of her guests. Each show gives you another insight or helpful advice.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    xXxRosiexXx1661
    Irelanda month ago
  • One of my favorite podcasts

    Mel is a gifted interviewer and storyteller. I appreciate the care she puts into sharing such amazing stories. Truly one of my favorite podcasts!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    K N Pfaff
    United States2 months ago
  • Amazing

    Super insightful podcast. Production wise really tight and a great host who listens in stead of talks

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    erikholland11
    Netherlands2 months ago
  • Excellent podcast

    Mel is a fantastic host and always gets the best out of her guests. She asks the right questions and never interrupts the flow of the stories and conversations. I love listening to ultra cycling podcasts, and this one is by far my favourite.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fiona_S7
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Top quality interviews

    Mel consistently manages to get the best interviews out of podcast guests. Highly recommended

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cold and windy 🥶
    United States2 months ago

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Mel Webb is an excellent interviewer, making the show both engaging and informative.
Listeners appreciate the focus on women's stories in ultra cycling, finding it inspiring and refreshing.
The insights about cycling and personal journeys resonate deeply with the audience, making it a must-listen for cycling enthusiasts.

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Weronika Szalas on Bikepacking Central Asia
Q: What were kind of like the highlights of Mongolia or the things that you loved most about the experience there?
Weronika highlights the strong experiences in Mongolia, the vast emptiness of the land, and interactions with nomadic families, showcasing the unique lifestyle and hospitality of the people.
Weronika Szalas on Bikepacking Central Asia
Q: How are you doing going from life on the bike to programming?
Weronika expresses the challenge of adjusting back to domestic life and how daily chores feel strange and useless after the freedom of life on the bike.
Sarah Diekmeyer on Racing Her First Ultra and What She Learned from Badlands
Q: What were your expectations going into the race?
Diekmeyer explains her strategies and goals, which shifted as she realized the experience was more about exploring than racing.
Sarah Diekmeyer on Racing Her First Ultra and What She Learned from Badlands
Q: Can you say more about your thoughts before the race regarding ultra-distance racing?
Diekmeyer reveals her previous disbelief in her ability to complete an ultra before building the courage to try it.
Sarah Diekmeyer on Racing Her First Ultra and What She Learned from Badlands
Q: What is the most unexpected thing that's happened in recovery?
Diekmeyer discusses her unexpected hunger pains and water retention post-race, highlighting her body's reaction and adjustment.

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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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1. Hélène Fromenty
2. Uri Carlson
3. Quinda Verheul
4. Sarah Diekmeyer
5. Marei Moldenhauer
6. Roz Osborne
7. Jake Cullen
8. Kerry MacPhee

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