Laura Scott

At the age of 22 she had a spinal injury that ended her dreams of becoming an athlete.  Through a lot of pain, disappointment and treatment she slowly got better.  Two years later she wanted to prove to herself that she could still achieve big goals so she set out to cycle the Iron Curtain Trail also known as Eurovelo 13.  The route took her from Norway on the Barents Sea through 19 countries ending on the Black Sea at the Turkish-Bulgarian border.  It was 5 months and 5,600 miles of cycling a diverse range of landscapes, cultures, and climates.  You can read more about her adventure at cyclingtheironcurtain.wordpress.com.  Laura Scott, welcome to The Pursuit Zone.

At the age of 22 she had a spinal injury that ended her dreams of becoming an athlete.  Through a lot of pain, disappointment and treatment she slowly got better.  Two years later she wanted to prove to herself that she could still achieve big goals so she set out to cycle the Iron Curtain Trail also known as <a href="https://en.eurovelo.com/ev13" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Eurovelo 13</a>.  The route took her from Norway on the Barents Sea through 19 countries ending on the Black Sea at the Turkish-Bulgarian border.  It was 5 months and 5,600 miles of cycling a diverse range of landscapes, cultures, and climates.  You can read more about her adventure at <a href="https://cyclingtheironcurtain.wordpress.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">cyclingtheironcurtain.wordpress.com</a>.  Laura Scott, welcome to The Pursuit Zone.

TPZ214: Cycling the Iron Curtain Trail aka Eurovelo 13 with Laura Scott

In 2015, with his friend Tarran, he completed a kayaking adventure along the Amazon River, traveling from the headwaters of the Rio Mantaro, high in the Peruvian Andes, to the Atlantic Ocean in Brazil.   It was 400 miles of trekking followed by 3,600 miles of kayaking for 4.5 months.  You can learn more about Olie and his adventures at oliehuntersmart.com.  Olie Hunter Smart, welcome back to the show. Olie appeared first in TPZ episode 204 about his walk across India I interviewed West Hansen about his Amazon adventure in TPZ episode 038

In 2015, with his friend <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Tarran008/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Tarran</a>, he completed a kayaking adventure along the Amazon River, traveling from the headwaters of the Rio Mantaro, high in the Peruvian Andes, to the Atlantic Ocean in Brazil.   It was 400 miles of trekking followed by 3,600 miles of kayaking for 4.5 months.  You can learn more about Olie and his adventures at <a href="https://www.oliehuntersmart.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">oliehuntersmart.com</a>.  Olie Hunter Smart, welcome back to the show. Olie appeared first in <a href="https://www.thepursuitzone.com/tpz204/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">TPZ episode 204</a> about his walk across India I interviewed <a href="https://westhansen.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">West Hansen</a> about his Amazon adventure in <a href="https://www.thepursuitzone.com/tpz038/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">TPZ episode 038</a>

TPZ213: Kayaking the Amazon River with Olie Hunter Smart

Josiah Skeats

The first part of his 40,000-kilometer cycling journey took him from England to Tbilisi Georgia.  After a winter break in England earning money, he reunited with his bike and continued through central Asia along the Pamir highway and into the Whakan Valley.  He was denied a visa to China so he chose to cycle India from south to north.  His adventure continued into Nepal, Myanmar, Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, and down Australia from Darwin to Adelaide enduring the relentless heat of the Outback.  It was 775 days on the road with a budget of $5.40 a day.  Check out Josiah and his other adventures include sailing across the Indian Ocean and hiking across Europe at josiahskeats.com.  Josiah Skeats, welcome to The Pursuit Zone.

The first part of his 40,000-kilometer cycling journey took him from England to Tbilisi Georgia.  After a winter break in England earning money, he reunited with his bike and continued through central Asia along the Pamir highway and into the Whakan Valley.  He was denied a visa to China so he chose to cycle India from south to north.  His adventure continued into Nepal, Myanmar, Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, and down Australia from Darwin to Adelaide enduring the relentless heat of the Outback.  It was 775 days on the road with a budget of $5.40 a day.  Check out Josiah and his other adventures include sailing across the Indian Ocean and hiking across Europe at <a href="https://josiahskeats.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">josiahskeats.com</a>.  Josiah Skeats, welcome to The Pursuit Zone.

TPZ212: Cycling England to Australia with Josiah Skeats

Anna Welch

In the summer of 2019, Anna Welch traveled from New Zealand to San Francisco to begin cycling across the United States. She was inspired by the Kate Harris book Lands of Lost Borders – A Journey on the Silk Road. She wanted to see a cross-section of American culture and geography in a way that tested her mental and physical limits. She followed the Western Express and Trans Am routes, using maps from the Adventure Cycling Association completing her journey to Yorktown Virginia in 83 days. Anna says the best thing about the whole adventure was how cycling facilitated a connection to the landscape and the people. You can learn more at thesevariousadventures.wordpress.com. Anna Welch, welcome to The Pursuit Zone. Anna's presentation on YouTube My Kate Harris interview - Episode 162

In the summer of 2019, Anna Welch traveled from New Zealand to San Francisco to begin cycling across the United States. She was inspired by the <a href="https://www.kateharris.ca/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Kate Harris book Lands of Lost Borders – A Journey on the Silk Road</a>. She wanted to see a cross-section of American culture and geography in a way that tested her mental and physical limits. She followed the Western Express and Trans Am routes, using maps from the <a href="https://www.adventurecycling.org/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Adventure Cycling Association</a> completing her journey to Yorktown Virginia in 83 days. Anna says the best thing about the whole adventure was how cycling facilitated a connection to the landscape and the people. You can learn more at <a href="https://thesevariousadventures.wordpress.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">thesevariousadventures.wordpress.com</a>. Anna Welch, welcome to The Pursuit Zone. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mQmwrLJI3WY" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Anna's presentation on YouTube</a> <a href="https://www.thepursuitzone.com/tpz162/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">My Kate Harris interview - Episode 162</a>

TPZ211: Cycle Touring Across the USA with Anna Welch

In 2018 they began a long cycling adventure, heading east from their home country the Netherlands. Some of the places they have cycled include Turkey, Iran, Oman, and Japan. They’ve experienced the extremes of the high mountain passes through central Asia and the heat and humidity of SE Asia. Along the way they captured these moments with their cameras and created some of the best cycling videos on YouTube. Their channel is called Wheels to Wander and you can find them at their website wheelstowander.com. Eric and Maudi, welcome to The Pursuit Zone. The Big Africa Cycle - Peter Gostelow's blog Earthships

In 2018 they began a long cycling adventure, heading east from their home country the Netherlands. Some of the places they have cycled include Turkey, Iran, Oman, and Japan. They’ve experienced the extremes of the high mountain passes through central Asia and the heat and humidity of SE Asia. Along the way they captured these moments with their cameras and created some of the best cycling videos on YouTube. Their channel is called <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRooai9NLae8V4lijcYaO2g" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Wheels to Wander</a> and you can find them at their website <a href="https://wheelstowander.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">wheelstowander.com</a>. Eric and Maudi, welcome to The Pursuit Zone. <a href="https://petergostelow.com/thebigafricacycle/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Big Africa Cycle - Peter Gostelow's blog</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Earthship" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Earthships</a>

TPZ210: Cycle Touring with Eric and Maudi from Wheels to Wander

Simon Parker

He lives a life of adventure as a travel writer and broadcast journalist, reporting from over 100 countries in the past decade.  Back in 2016 he sailed and cycled from China to London in 133 days.  The main legs of this journey were a 28-day yacht race across the North Pacific then cycling across the USA in 49 days before getting back into the race on a different crew and sailing 11 days across the North Atlantic from New York to Derry/Londonderry in Northern Ireland.  His latest creation is a video series titled Earth Cycle.  In the first season he cycles 2000 miles in Norway and Sweden, interviewing locals and shining a light on environmental issues.  You can learn more about Simon at simonwparker.co.uk.  Simon Parker, welcome to The Pursuit Zone. Simon's TedX Talk BBC Radio Documentary for the Sailing &amp; Cycling Adventure

He lives a life of adventure as a travel writer and broadcast journalist, reporting from over 100 countries in the past decade.  Back in 2016 he sailed and cycled from China to London in 133 days.  The main legs of this journey were a 28-day <a href="https://www.clipperroundtheworld.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">yacht race</a> across the North Pacific then cycling across the USA in 49 days before getting back into the race on a different crew and sailing 11 days across the North Atlantic from New York to Derry/Londonderry in Northern Ireland.  His latest creation is a video series titled <a href="https://www.simonwparker.co.uk/portfolio/earth-cycle/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Earth Cycle</a>.  In the first season he cycles 2000 miles in Norway and Sweden, interviewing locals and shining a light on environmental issues.  You can learn more about Simon at <a href="https://simonwparker.co.uk/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">simonwparker.co.uk</a>.  Simon Parker, welcome to The Pursuit Zone. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u315ygbixkM" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Simon's TedX Talk</a> <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p05687qx" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">BBC Radio Documentary for the Sailing &amp; Cycling Adventure</a>

TPZ209: Sailing the Pacific and Cycling Across the USA with Simon Parker

Christine Ka'aloa

Christine Ka’aloa runs the YouTube channel GrrrlTraveler.  It’s a channel that takes you inside her solo travel adventures around the world.  Before YouTube, she lived in New York City for over 8 years, working in tv and video production including working with MTV.  When the economy slowed in 2009, she decided to take a gap year to travel abroad.  She spent time living in South Korea teaching English before spending 7 months backpacking in India and SE Asia.  She also runs a companion travel blog at GrrrlTraveler.com where you can learn more about her travels.  Christine Ka’aloa, welcome to The Pursuit Zone.

Christine Ka’aloa runs the YouTube channel <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/ckaaloa" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">GrrrlTraveler</a>.  It’s a channel that takes you inside her solo travel adventures around the world.  Before YouTube, she lived in New York City for over 8 years, working in tv and video production including working with MTV.  When the economy slowed in 2009, she decided to take a gap year to travel abroad.  She spent time living in South Korea teaching English before spending 7 months backpacking in India and SE Asia.  She also runs a companion travel blog at <a href="https://grrrltraveler.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">GrrrlTraveler.com</a> where you can learn more about her travels.  <a href="https://christinekaaloa.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Christine Ka’aloa</a>, welcome to The Pursuit Zone.

TPZ208: Teaching in Korea, Traveling India and Making Travel Videos with Christine Ka'aloa

Greg Gransden

Photo credit: Susanna Oreskovic     In the late 1920s, the husband-and-wife duo Don and Phyllis Munday believed there was an undiscovered peak in the Coast Range about 200 miles north of Vancouver which was an uncharted part of the province.  They called it Mystery Mountain and set out to find it.  They achieved their goal in 1928, reaching the lower summit of Mystery Mountain which became known as Mount Waddington, the highest peak inside British Columbia at 13,186 ft.   About 90 years later, a team of six set out to retrace the Munday’s expedition to Mystery Mountain using only 1920s era equipment.  Greg Gransden directed the documentary film about the adventure titled The Mystery Mountain Project which is available to view online.  You can learn more about the film and the team at canadianehsociety.ca.  Greg Gransden, welcome to The Pursuit Zone.   View on Amazon View on Vimeo View on Reelhouse View on Adventure Sports TV     Don and Phyllis Munday Photo credit: Museum of North Vancouver

Photo credit: Susanna Oreskovic In the late 1920s, the husband-and-wife duo <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Don_Munday" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Don</a> and <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phyllis_Munday" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Phyllis Munday</a> believed there was an undiscovered peak in the <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coast_Mountains" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Coast Range</a> about 200 miles north of Vancouver which was an uncharted part of the province.  They called it Mystery Mountain and set out to find it.  They achieved their goal in 1928, reaching the lower summit of Mystery Mountain which became known as <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mount_Waddington" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Mount Waddington</a>, the highest peak inside British Columbia at 13,186 ft.   About 90 years later, a team of six set out to retrace the Munday’s expedition to Mystery Mountain using only 1920s era equipment.  <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ggransden" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Greg Gransden</a> directed the documentary film about the adventure titled The Mystery Mountain Project which is available to view online.  You can learn more about the film and the team at <a href="https://canadianehsociety.ca/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">canadianehsociety.ca</a>.  Greg Gransden, welcome to The Pursuit Zone. <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Mystery-Mountain-Project-Greg-Gransden/dp/B08RQV7K6N/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&amp;keywords=%22The+Mystery+Mountain+Project%22&amp;qid=1612045150&amp;s=instant-video&amp;sr=1-1" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">View on Amazon</a> <a href="https://vimeo.com/ondemand/themysterymountain/495166669" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">View on Vimeo</a> <a href="https://www.reelhouse.org/ananda/the-mystery-mountain-project" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">View on Reelhouse</a> <a href="https://adventuresportstv.net/home/movies?show_id=2588" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">View on Adventure Sports TV</a> <a href="https://www.thepursuitzone.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/TPZ-207be-Don-and-Phyllis-Munday.jpg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> </a>Don and Phyllis Munday Photo credit: Museum of North Vancouver

TPZ207: Adventure Filmmaking in the Waddington Range with Greg Gransden

Her travels have taken her all over the world.  Her first big adventure was traveling solo through parts of East and West Africa using public transportation.  She is also into cycle-touring and spent 2.5 months in SE Asia, 5 weeks in Patagonia, and most recently was back in Africa cycling from Luxor Egypt to Khartoum Sudan.  In 2019 she competed in the first Bike Nonstop US race from Portland Oregon to Washington DC.  It was her first experience in an ultra-distance cycling race and she completed it self-supported on her Surly Long Haul Trucker.  Alissa writes about these experiences and more at exploringwild.com.  Alissa, welcome to The Pursuit Zone.

Her travels have taken her all over the world.  Her first big adventure was traveling solo through parts of East and West Africa using public transportation.  She is also into cycle-touring and spent 2.5 months in SE Asia, 5 weeks in Patagonia, and most recently was back in Africa cycling from Luxor Egypt to Khartoum Sudan.  In 2019 she competed in the first <a href="https://www.facebook.com/bikenonstop/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bike Nonstop US race</a> from Portland Oregon to Washington DC.  It was her first experience in an ultra-distance cycling race and she completed it self-supported on her Surly Long Haul Trucker.  Alissa writes about these experiences and more at <a href="https://exploringwild.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">exploringwild.com</a>.  Alissa, welcome to The Pursuit Zone.

TPZ206: Traveling in Africa & Cycle Racing Across the USA with Alissa

Her adventure began in Ushuaia Argentina in late January 2013. Nearly 7 months later she cycled into Santiago Chile after 4,600 km accomplishing her goal of unicycling through Patagonia. But the goal was more than just a cycling challenge. It was a way to meet people from different cultures and a way to discover herself at the same time. In 2016, she received the Kris Holm Evolution of Balance award that supports riders seeking creative and self-supported mountain unicycle adventures in remote places. She was granted this along with Kelli Carley for their adventure in the Alps on the Haute Route. You can learn more about Anne-Sophie at her website annesophierodet.com. Anne-Sophie Rodet, welcome to The Pursuit Zone.

Her adventure began in Ushuaia Argentina in late January 2013. Nearly 7 months later she cycled into Santiago Chile after 4,600 km accomplishing her goal of unicycling through Patagonia. But the goal was more than just a cycling challenge. It was a way to meet people from different cultures and a way to discover herself at the same time. In 2016, she received the <a href="http://evolutionofbalance.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kris Holm Evolution of Balance award</a> that supports riders seeking creative and self-supported mountain unicycle adventures in remote places. She was granted this along with Kelli Carley for their adventure in the Alps on the Haute Route. You can learn more about Anne-Sophie at her website <a href="http://annesophierodet.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">annesophierodet.com</a>. Anne-Sophie Rodet, welcome to The Pursuit Zone.

TPZ205: Unicycling Patagonia with Anne-Sophie Rodet

Adventure travel show Interviewing people that dream big, get out of their comfort zones, and take on ambitious pursuits.  People that have positive and interesting stories to tell.  Travelers, adventure athletes, authors, filmmakers, or volunteers in remote parts of the world.  These are just a few of many examples.  The Pursuit Zone serves to inspire and challenge people to escape their comfort zones by combining their dreams and ambition with a healthy dose of pursuit.

Paul has consistently over years brought to his show some of the most interesting adventure travelers in the english speaking world. Paul is a great interviewer because he asks the questions like for someone wanting to do similar feats of adventure.

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Amy Freeman

On September 23, 2015 Dave and Amy Freeman will launch their canoe in the Kawishiwi River and paddle into the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. They will remain there for a full year, camping at over 100 different sites and traveling over 3,000 miles by canoe, ski, snowshoe and dog team. This 365-day adventure is in support […] The post A Year in the Boundary Waters with Dave &amp; Amy Freeman : TPZ 098 appeared first on The Pursuit Zone.

On September 23, 2015 Dave and Amy Freeman will launch their canoe in the Kawishiwi River and paddle into the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. They will remain there for a full year, camping at over 100 different sites and traveling over 3,000 miles by canoe, ski, snowshoe and dog team. This 365-day adventure is in support […] The post <a href="http://www.thepursuitzone.com/tpz098/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">A Year in the Boundary Waters with Dave &amp; Amy Freeman : TPZ 098</a> appeared first on <a href="http://www.thepursuitzone.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Pursuit Zone</a>.

TPZ098: A Year in the Boundary Waters with Dave & Amy Freeman

Hollie Woodhouse

The Jungle Ultra is a 230 km footrace in Peru. Competitors have 6 days to complete the 5 stages of the race starting in the cloud forest and descending 10,500 feet to the Amazon Jungle below. Hollie Woodhouse ran the Jungle Ultra as part of a team known as Running for Rangers. They compete in […] The post Running the Jungle Ultra in Peru with Hollie Woodhouse : TPZ 125 appeared first on The Pursuit Zone.

The Jungle Ultra is a 230 km footrace in Peru. Competitors have 6 days to complete the 5 stages of the race starting in the cloud forest and descending 10,500 feet to the Amazon Jungle below. Hollie Woodhouse ran the Jungle Ultra as part of a team known as Running for Rangers. They compete in […] The post <a href="http://www.thepursuitzone.com/tpz125/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Running the Jungle Ultra in Peru with Hollie Woodhouse : TPZ 125</a> appeared first on <a href="http://www.thepursuitzone.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Pursuit Zone</a>.

TPZ125: Running the Jungle Ultra in Peru with Hollie Woodhouse

Jeremy Cronon

In the summer of 2015, Jeremy Cronon set out on a 32,000 mile road trip through the USA. He wanted to better understand the American wilderness and its conservation ethic by visiting places we have chosen to protect. With his faithful companion Sam, a 2008 Atomic blue Honda Element outfitted like a camper van, Jeremy […] The post Road Trip thru US National Parks with Jeremy Cronon : TPZ 136 appeared first on The Pursuit Zone.

In the summer of 2015, Jeremy Cronon set out on a 32,000 mile road trip through the USA. He wanted to better understand the American wilderness and its conservation ethic by visiting places we have chosen to protect. With his faithful companion Sam, a 2008 Atomic blue Honda Element outfitted like a camper van, Jeremy […] The post <a href="http://www.thepursuitzone.com/tpz136/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Road Trip thru US National Parks with Jeremy Cronon : TPZ 136</a> appeared first on <a href="http://www.thepursuitzone.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Pursuit Zone</a>.

TPZ136: Road Trip thru US National Parks with Jeremy Cronon

Tim Millikin

From his home in Reading England to the finish line in Reading, PA it was a journey of 46,500 km spanning over 3 years.  On a bicycle he built for less than 500 pounds he cycled through 39 countries experiencing the stunning vistas of Kyrgyzstan and the soul-crushing roads of the Atacama Desert. In El Salvador he was hit by a car and hospitalized, but continued on with a new bike.  As part of the adventure he is raising funds for The Royal Berks Charity and SOS Children's Villages and you can learn more at his website reading2reading.com.  Tim Millikin, welcome to The Pursuit Zone.

From his home in Reading England to the finish line in Reading, PA it was a journey of 46,500 km spanning over 3 years.  On a bicycle he built for less than 500 pounds he cycled through 39 countries experiencing the stunning vistas of Kyrgyzstan and the soul-crushing roads of the Atacama Desert. In El Salvador he was hit by a car and hospitalized, but continued on with a new bike.  As part of the adventure he is raising funds for <a href="https://www.royalberkscharity.co.uk/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Royal Berks Charity</a> and <a href="https://www.sos-childrensvillages.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">SOS Children's Villages</a> and you can learn more at his website <a href="https://www.reading2reading.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">reading2reading.com</a>.  Tim Millikin, welcome to The Pursuit Zone.

TPZ172: Cycling Around the World with Tim Millikin

Russ Hepton

Trekking to Everest base camp at 5,380 meters is not an easy adventure, but the reward is spending time in the incredible mountain landscapes of the Himalayas.  Russ Hepton began his 2-week trek starting in Kathmandu Nepal.  After an exhilarating 45-minute helicopter flight to Lukla he set out with his guide toward Namche Bazaar at 3,340 meters and spent a day acclimating.  The trek continued toward Dingboche at 4,410 meters and another rest day.  After reaching Everest base camp he attempted a challenging hike toward the top of Kala Patthar which stands at 5,643 meters.  You can learn more at his YouTube channel called The Trail Hunter and his website thetrailhunter.com.  Russ Hepton, welcome to The Pursuit Zone.   The guide service Russ used: Magic Expedition Trekking and Tours

Trekking to Everest base camp at 5,380 meters is not an easy adventure, but the reward is spending time in the incredible mountain landscapes of the Himalayas.  Russ Hepton began his 2-week trek starting in Kathmandu Nepal.  After an exhilarating 45-minute helicopter flight to Lukla he set out with his guide toward Namche Bazaar at 3,340 meters and spent a day acclimating.  The trek continued toward Dingboche at 4,410 meters and another rest day.  After reaching Everest base camp he attempted a challenging hike toward the top of Kala Patthar which stands at 5,643 meters.  You can learn more at his <a href="https://www.youtube.com/thetrailhunter" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">YouTube channel called The Trail Hunter</a> and his website t<a href="http://www.thetrailhunter.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">hetrailhunter.com</a>.  Russ Hepton, welcome to The Pursuit Zone. The guide service Russ used: <a href="https://www.magicexpeditiontravel.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Magic Expedition Trekking and Tours</a>

TPZ174: Trekking to Everest Base Camp with Russ Hepton

Nikki Ray

Starting in Spain, she cycled 10,000 km across 13 countries to reach Ghana on a bike she built from recycled components.  It was an adventure she called Ready Steady Slow in an effort to remind herself not to rush and to patiently take in everything going on around her.  But going slow can be a difficult challenge when the setbacks begin to mount like colliding with a taxi in Senegal and injuring a knee to cycling through the desert in extreme heat to not having the correct tools to fix a disintegrating wheel.  You can learn more about her journey at her website readysteadyslow.wordpress.com.  Nikki Ray, welcome to The Pursuit Zone.

Starting in Spain, she cycled 10,000 km across 13 countries to reach Ghana on a bike she built from recycled components.  It was an adventure she called Ready Steady Slow in an effort to remind herself not to rush and to patiently take in everything going on around her.  But going slow can be a difficult challenge when the setbacks begin to mount like colliding with a taxi in Senegal and injuring a knee to cycling through the desert in extreme heat to not having the correct tools to fix a disintegrating wheel.  You can learn more about her journey at her website <a href="http://www.readysteadyslow.wordpress.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">readysteadyslo</a><a href="https://readysteadyslow.wordpress.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">w.wordpress.com</a>.  Nikki Ray, welcome to The Pursuit Zone.

TPZ187: Cycling West Africa with Nikki Ray

Jacob Adoram

He is an Eagle Scout, a former military aviator, and an avid traveler who has explored over 35 countries. He rode a recumbent bicycle across the US using the Race Across America route and in July 2018 began rowing from Neah Bay, Washington to Australia, making landfall 11 months later at Trinity Beach, Queensland – a journey of over 7,000 statute miles in a custom-made rowboat and the longest solo, non-stop row from North America in the history of modern ocean rowing.  He is also raising funds for Water Mission - a non-profit that builds and implements safe water, sanitation, and hygiene solutions for people in developing countries and disaster areas.  You can learn more about him at his website jacobadoram.com.  Jacob Adoram, welcome to The Pursuit Zone.

He is an Eagle Scout, a former military aviator, and an avid traveler who has explored over 35 countries. He rode a recumbent bicycle across the US using the Race Across America route and in July 2018 began rowing from Neah Bay, Washington to Australia, making landfall 11 months later at Trinity Beach, Queensland – a journey of over 7,000 statute miles in a custom-made rowboat and the longest solo, non-stop row from North America in the history of modern ocean rowing.  He is also raising funds for <a href="https://watermission.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Water Mission</a> - a non-profit that builds and implements safe water, sanitation, and hygiene solutions for people in developing countries and disaster areas.  You can learn more about him at his website <a href="http://www.jacobadoram.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">jacobadoram.com</a>.  Jacob Adoram, welcome to The Pursuit Zone.

TPZ183: Rowing the Pacific Ocean with Jacob Adoram

Charlie Tokeley

For 24 days Charlie Tokeley trekked and packrafted a remote stretch of Chilean Patagonia, documenting previously unexplored glaciers and traversing unnamed rivers. During this time he saw not a single person or sign of human activity. He describes it as breathtakingly stunning at times and inexplicably hard the rest – a rainbow in a rainstorm. […] The post Solo Trekking and Packrafting in Chilean Patagonia with Charlie Tokeley : TPZ 121 appeared first on The Pursuit Zone.

For 24 days Charlie Tokeley trekked and packrafted a remote stretch of Chilean Patagonia, documenting previously unexplored glaciers and traversing unnamed rivers. During this time he saw not a single person or sign of human activity. He describes it as breathtakingly stunning at times and inexplicably hard the rest – a rainbow in a rainstorm. […] The post <a href="http://www.thepursuitzone.com/tpz121/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Solo Trekking and Packrafting in Chilean Patagonia with Charlie Tokeley : TPZ 121</a> appeared first on <a href="http://www.thepursuitzone.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Pursuit Zone</a>.

TPZ121: Solo Trekking and Packrafting in Chilean Patagonia with Charlie Tokeley

Scott Sharick

He lived in western New York and Hawaii before moving to Cambodia in 2015 where he explored the country by motorbike.  During his time in Cambodia he suffered a stroke and luckily fully recovered from it.  But the experience made him think he needed to go on a long adventure.    His first big cycle tour was in 1990 across the United States.  Now, he’s on an even longer cycle trip he calls Strokes to Spokes.  Starting in Cambodia his travels have taken him through SE Asia, India, Nepal, and currently Australia.  And as a photographer his camera keeps pulling him in directions he wouldn’t otherwise have gone.  You can learn more at his website adventuresofaregularguy.com.  Scott Sharick, welcome to The Pursuit Zone. Scott's book on Blurb

He lived in western New York and Hawaii before moving to Cambodia in 2015 where he explored the country by motorbike.  During his time in Cambodia he suffered a stroke and luckily fully recovered from it.  But the experience made him think he needed to go on a long adventure.    His first big cycle tour was in 1990 across the United States.  Now, he’s on an even longer cycle trip he calls Strokes to Spokes.  Starting in Cambodia his travels have taken him through SE Asia, India, Nepal, and currently Australia.  And as a photographer his camera keeps pulling him in directions he wouldn’t otherwise have gone.  You can learn more at his website <a href="http://www.adventuresofaregularguy.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">adventuresofaregularguy.com</a>.  Scott Sharick, welcome to The Pursuit Zone. <a href="https://www.blurb.com/b/9266681-the-people-of-southeast-asia" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Scott's book on Blurb</a>

TPZ185: Cycle Touring with Scott Sharick

Kate Harris

In 2011 Kate Harris and her friend Mel set off from Istanbul to begin a journey on the fabled silk road trading route.  It was an adventure that lasted 10 months and covered nearly 10,000 km as they cycled in 10 different countries as well as the forbidden Tibetan plateau where they skirted checkpoints and did their best to avoid Chinese authorities ultimately completing their journey in the city of Leh in the Indian Himalayas.  You can read about this self-supported adventure in Kate’s new book Lands of Lost Borders – A Journey on the Silk Road and check it out online at cyclingsilk.com.  Kate Harris, welcome to The Pursuit Zone. Kate's website...

In 2011 Kate Harris and her friend Mel set off from Istanbul to begin a journey on the fabled silk road trading route.  It was an adventure that lasted 10 months and covered nearly 10,000 km as they cycled in 10 different countries as well as the forbidden Tibetan plateau where they skirted checkpoints and did their best to avoid Chinese authorities ultimately completing their journey in the city of Leh in the Indian Himalayas.  You can read about this self-supported adventure in Kate’s new book Lands of Lost Borders – A Journey on the Silk Road and check it out online at <a href="http://www.cyclingsilk.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">cyclingsilk.com</a>.  Kate Harris, welcome to The Pursuit Zone. <a href="http://kateharris.ca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kate's website...</a>

TPZ162: Cycling the Silk Road with Kate Harris

Laura Bingham

In January 2016, Laura Bingham began an attempt to cycle across South America. Nothing out of the ordinary for a 23 year old looking for adventure except that she planned to do it without any money. With only the equipment she could fit in her panniers, she cycled 7,000 km from the Pacific coast of […] The post Cycling without Money across South America with Laura Bingham : TPZ 126 appeared first on The Pursuit Zone.

In January 2016, Laura Bingham began an attempt to cycle across South America. Nothing out of the ordinary for a 23 year old looking for adventure except that she planned to do it without any money. With only the equipment she could fit in her panniers, she cycled 7,000 km from the Pacific coast of […] The post <a href="http://www.thepursuitzone.com/tpz126/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Cycling without Money across South America with Laura Bingham : TPZ 126</a> appeared first on <a href="http://www.thepursuitzone.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Pursuit Zone</a>.

TPZ126: Cycling without Money across South America with Laura Bingham

Ian Finch

After 68 days and 3200 km by canoe, Ian Finch and team completed their Pull of the North expedition – a source to Bering Sea descent of the Yukon River. Ian is an adventurer and researcher who travels to remote locations to learn about the ancient traditions and ways of life of First Nations people. […] The post Canoeing the Yukon River with Ian Finch : TPZ 129 appeared first on The Pursuit Zone.

After 68 days and 3200 km by canoe, Ian Finch and team completed their Pull of the North expedition – a source to Bering Sea descent of the Yukon River. Ian is an adventurer and researcher who travels to remote locations to learn about the ancient traditions and ways of life of First Nations people. […] The post <a href="http://www.thepursuitzone.com/tpz129/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Canoeing the Yukon River with Ian Finch : TPZ 129</a> appeared first on <a href="http://www.thepursuitzone.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Pursuit Zone</a>.

TPZ129: Canoeing the Yukon River with Ian Finch

Ralph Karsten

June 2018 will be the second time Ralph Karsten starts the Tour Divide at the Grand Depart in Banff Canada.  The Tour Divide is an annual self-supported mountain bike race that follows the nearly 2,700-mile Great Divide Mountain Bike Route from Canada to the Mexican border.  Ralph also enjoys primitive camping, practicing survival skills, and flying hang-gliders.  Ralph Karsten, welcome to The Pursuit Zone.    Show Notes: Tour Divide Bikepacking.net Ride the Divide movie Inspired to Ride movie The Lake Pepin 3-Speed Tour Born to Run Jones Bikes Banff Airporter Salsa Cutthroat ZPacks Hexamid REI Garmin eTrex Spot locator Colorado Trail Arizona Trail Black Hills Expedition MTBCast Adventure Cycling Association Mike Hall Alessi brothers on YouTube Atma-Sphere 

June 2018 will be the second time Ralph Karsten starts the Tour Divide at the Grand Depart in Banff Canada.  The Tour Divide is an annual self-supported mountain bike race that follows the nearly 2,700-mile Great Divide Mountain Bike Route from Canada to the Mexican border.  Ralph also enjoys primitive camping, practicing survival skills, and flying hang-gliders.  Ralph Karsten, welcome to The Pursuit Zone. <ul> <li>Show Notes:</li> <li><a href="http://tourdivide.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Tour Divide</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.bikepacking.net/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bikepacking.net</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.ridethedividemovie.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ride the Divide movie</a></li> <li><a href="https://watch.inspiredtoride.it/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Inspired to Ride movie</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.3speedtour.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Lake Pepin 3-Speed Tour</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.chrismcdougall.com/born-to-run/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Born to Run</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.jonesbikes.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jones Bikes</a></li> <li><a href="https://banffairporter.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Banff Airporter</a></li> <li><a href="https://salsacycles.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Salsa Cutthroat</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.zpacks.com/shelter/hexamid.shtml" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">ZPacks Hexamid</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.rei.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">REI</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.garmin.com/en-US/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Garmin eTrex</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.findmespot.com/en/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Spot locator</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.coloradotrail.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Colorado Trail</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.aztrail.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Arizona Trail</a></li> <li><a href="https://bhexpedition.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Black Hills Expedition</a></li> <li><a href="http://mtbcast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">MTBCast</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.adventurecycling.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Adventure Cycling Association</a></li> <li><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mike_Hall_(cyclist)" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mike Hall</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gfffJ8RsOlI" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Alessi brothers on YouTube</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.atma-sphere.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Atma-Sphere</a></li> </ul>

TPZ151: Bikepacking the Tour Divide with Ralph Karsten

Larry Mishkar

Larry Mishkar backpacked 400 miles across Iceland over 25 days.  He traveled from the southern shore to the northern coast on the volcano route and today he will share with you why Iceland might be the best place for your first international backpacking trip.  You can learn more about Larry at larrymishkar.com. Larry Mishkar, welcome to The Pursuit Zone.   Travel resources: http://www.phlumf.com/travels/iceland/index.shtml Map of Iceland

Larry Mishkar backpacked 400 miles across Iceland over 25 days.  He traveled from the southern shore to the northern coast on the volcano route and today he will share with you why Iceland might be the best place for your first international backpacking trip.  You can learn more about Larry at <a href="http://www.larrymishkar.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">larrymishkar.com</a>. Larry Mishkar, welcome to The Pursuit Zone. Travel resources: <a href="http://www.phlumf.com/travels/iceland/index.shtml" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.phlumf.com/travels/iceland/index.shtml</a> <a href="http://mapoficeland.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Map of Iceland</a>

TPZ147: Backpacking Iceland with Larry Mishkar

In March 2014, Steve and Jo Dew-Jones traveled to the bottom of South America and began hitchhiking north. In November, they arrived in Homer Alaska after traveling over 26,000 miles with 392 drivers. Their only rule was to hitchhike and not use paid transportation. They wrote a book about the adventure titled The Rule of Thumb 2 […] The post Hitchhiking Argentina to Alaska with Steve &amp; Jo Dew-Jones : TPZ 139 appeared first on The Pursuit Zone.

In March 2014, Steve and Jo Dew-Jones traveled to the bottom of South America and began hitchhiking north. In November, they arrived in Homer Alaska after traveling over 26,000 miles with 392 drivers. Their only rule was to hitchhike and not use paid transportation. They wrote a book about the adventure titled The Rule of Thumb 2 […] The post <a href="http://www.thepursuitzone.com/tpz139/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Hitchhiking Argentina to Alaska with Steve &amp; Jo Dew-Jones : TPZ 139</a> appeared first on <a href="http://www.thepursuitzone.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Pursuit Zone</a>.

TPZ139: Hitchhiking Argentina to Alaska with Steve & Jo Dew-Jones

George Maurer

Every year since 2014 George Maurer has gone on an epic bike ride to raise funds for cancer research in memory of his friend Carolyn Held who died from cancer in 2012.  In that time he has raised 45,000 dollars for research at the Mayo Clinic Cancer Center.  George names his cycling adventures using his age and the destination so in 2016 it was 50 across Iceland and in 2017 it was 51 across Sri Lanka.  This year it will be 52 across Canada.  You can learn more about his adventures at georgemaurer.com.  George Maurer, welcome to The Pursuit Zone.

Every year since 2014 George Maurer has gone on an epic bike ride to raise funds for cancer research in memory of his friend Carolyn Held who died from cancer in 2012.  In that time he has raised 45,000 dollars for research at the Mayo Clinic Cancer Center.  George names his cycling adventures using his age and the destination so in 2016 it was 50 across Iceland and in 2017 it was 51 across Sri Lanka.  This year it will be 52 across Canada.  You can learn more about his adventures at <a href="http://www.georgemaurer.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">georgemaurer.com</a>.  George Maurer, welcome to The Pursuit Zone.

TPZ160: Bikepacking Iceland and Sri Lanka with George Maurer

Daniel Alvarez

My next guest is Daniel Alvarez.  After completing four long-distance hikes including the 2,000 mile Appalachian trail and the 3,000 mile Continental Divide Trail, he traded his hiking boots for a paddle and traveled 4,000 miles in a sea kayak from Minnesota’s Northwest Angle to Key West, Florida.  It was a plan so audacious that Outside magazine awarded him a $10,000 grant.  It was a 9-month adventure he completed on March 9, 2013.  Now he has turned his boat around and is paddling his way back.  You can learn more about Daniel at his website www.predictablylost.com.  Daniel Alvarez, welcome to The Pursuit Zone.

My next guest is Daniel Alvarez.  After completing four long-distance hikes including the 2,000 mile Appalachian trail and the 3,000 mile Continental Divide Trail, he traded his hiking boots for a paddle and traveled 4,000 miles in a sea kayak from Minnesota’s Northwest Angle to Key West, Florida.  It was a plan so audacious that Outside magazine awarded him a $10,000 grant.  It was a 9-month adventure he completed on March 9, 2013.  Now he has turned his boat around and is paddling his way back.  You can learn more about Daniel at his website <a href="http://www.predictablylost.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.predictablylost.com</a>.  Daniel Alvarez, welcome to The Pursuit Zone.

TPZ 005: A 4,000 Mile Kayak Adventure from Minnesota to Florida with Daniel Alvarez

For over a decade, Chaz Powell has been backpacking in remote places around the world. Starting in August 2016, Chaz began an attempt to walk the length of the Zambezi river starting at the source near Kalene Hills in northwestern Zambia. He walked for nearly 1,300 miles in 97 days through one the most remote parts of the world, most of the time alone and self-supported. The goal was to reach the Indian Ocean, but Chaz fell short by 600 miles due to the dangers of traveling through Mozambique. His main goal is to raise money and awareness for wildlife conservation throughout Africa and to highlight the growing concerns of wildlife crimes across the globe. He is supporting the David Shepherd Wildlife Foundation and you can learn more about Chaz and his adventures at thewildestjourney.com. Chaz Powell, welcome to The Pursuit Zone.

For over a decade, Chaz Powell has been backpacking in remote places around the world. Starting in August 2016, Chaz began an attempt to walk the length of the Zambezi river starting at the source near Kalene Hills in northwestern Zambia. He walked for nearly 1,300 miles in 97 days through one the most remote parts of the world, most of the time alone and self-supported. The goal was to reach the Indian Ocean, but Chaz fell short by 600 miles due to the dangers of traveling through Mozambique. His main goal is to raise money and awareness for wildlife conservation throughout Africa and to highlight the growing concerns of wildlife crimes across the globe. He is supporting the <a href="https://davidshepherd.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">David Shepherd Wildlife Foundation</a> and you can learn more about Chaz and his adventures at <a href="http://www.thewildestjourney.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">thewildestjourney.com</a>. Chaz Powell, welcome to The Pursuit Zone.

TPZ141: Walking the Zambezi River with Chaz Powell

Jamie Ramsay

After 12 years working in the corporate world, Jamie Ramsay decided to trade in the suit and tie for a pair of running shoes and hit the open road. In 2014, he began a 17,000 km solo and unsupported running expedition from Vancouver, Canada, to Buenos Aires, Argentina, raising money for CALM, Macmillan, and WaterAid. […] The post Running 17,000 km from Canada to Argentina with Jamie Ramsay : TPZ 122 appeared first on The Pursuit Zone.

After 12 years working in the corporate world, Jamie Ramsay decided to trade in the suit and tie for a pair of running shoes and hit the open road. In 2014, he began a 17,000 km solo and unsupported running expedition from Vancouver, Canada, to Buenos Aires, Argentina, raising money for CALM, Macmillan, and WaterAid. […] The post <a href="http://www.thepursuitzone.com/tpz122/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Running 17,000 km from Canada to Argentina with Jamie Ramsay : TPZ 122</a> appeared first on <a href="http://www.thepursuitzone.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Pursuit Zone</a>.

TPZ122: Running 17,000 km from Canada to Argentina with Jamie Ramsay

In the summer of 2017 Daniel Alvarez finished a very long walk across Europe.  He started at the top of Norway and continued south across Sweden, Denmark, Germany, France, Spain, and Portugal following various trails including Sweden’s Kungsleden and the Camino de Santiago.  It was a year-long journey covering over 6,000 miles and he writes about this adventure and others at his website predictablylost.com.  Daniel previously appeared in episode 5 talking about his long-distance kayaking adventure from Minnesota to Florida.  Daniel Alvarez, welcome back to the show.    Show Notes: Garmin InReach REI Backpack Tarp Tent Gaia GPS App Western Mountaineering Sleeping Bag YouTube Reindeer video PowerDirector App 

In the summer of 2017 Daniel Alvarez finished a very long walk across Europe.  He started at the top of Norway and continued south across Sweden, Denmark, Germany, France, Spain, and Portugal following various trails including Sweden’s Kungsleden and the Camino de Santiago.  It was a year-long journey covering over 6,000 miles and he writes about this adventure and others at his website <a href="http://www.predictablylost.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">predictablylost.com</a>.  Daniel previously appeared in <a href="http://www.thepursuitzone.com/tpz005" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">episode 5</a> talking about his long-distance kayaking adventure from Minnesota to Florida.  Daniel Alvarez, welcome back to the show. <ul> <li>Show Notes:</li> <li><a href="https://explore.garmin.com/en-US/inreach/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Garmin InReach</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.rei.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">REI Backpack</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.tarptent.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Tarp Tent</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.gaiagps.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Gaia GPS App</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.westernmountaineering.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Western Mountaineering Sleeping Bag</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xs6cedYME24" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">YouTube Reindeer video</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.cyberlink.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">PowerDirector App</a></li> </ul>

TPZ152: Backpacking Europe with Daniel Alvarez

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