Sarah Swallow

Professional adventure cyclist Sarah Swallow shares her exhilarating journey bikepacking the Golden Gravel Trail, a new route from Oregon to the Rockies. She opens up about battling anxiety, the physical and mental prep involved, and her emotional encounters with nature, including a memorable herd of elk. Sarah compares this trail to others she's tackled and reflects on the lessons learned regarding impermanence and managing discomfort. With insights on making bikepacking more accessible, her stories inspire future riders to embrace challenges.