🚴♂️ From the streets of Wrexham, Wales to a 35,000 km solo cycling journey around the world – meet Ben Clark, an adventurer on an epic two-year ride across 33 countries. Inspired by Long Way Round, Ben traded in his BMW motorcycle for a Kona Sutra SE bike, experiencing the world one pedal at a time. In this episode of Outdoor Insiders, we dive into his motivations, the challenges of extreme weather, and the life-changing moments on the road. Plus, hear about his top 3 must-have outdoor gadgets and his favorite pick from this week’s ZEEDA lineup.
Follow Ben’s journey:
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S: https://www.strava.com/athletes/656464
Charity Ben is riding for: https://andysmanclub.co.uk/
Highlights from Ben’s journey:
🚴 Biking through Europe, Central Asia, and now Nepal, with upcoming stops in Southeast Asia, Australia, and the U.S.
❄️ Surviving -7°C nights in Kazakhstan and a high-speed crash in India (now a firm believer in helmets!)
🍜 Discovering cultures through local food and unexpected friendships on the road
🤝 Supporting Andy’s Man Club, a UK-based men’s mental health charity
His top 3 outdoor essentials:
Apple – AirPods Pro 2 : Noise-canceling, immersive, and a road trip lifesaver
Garmin – Epix Pro Watch : Tracks heart rate, stress, sleep, and fitness
Garmin – inReach Mini 2 : A satellite communicator for emergency rescues
Ben’s top pick from this week’s ZEEDA lineup:
Wacaco – Portable Espresso Maker – Because a good day starts with great coffee, even on a bike trip! 🚴☕
Discover more game-changing outdoor products at ZEEDA:
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