Always dreamed of heading off on an adventure, but never quite got round to it? Planning something epic that takes you outside of your comfort zone appeals to a lot of people, but how do you get started, decide what exactly it is you want to do, and then how do you actually make it happen?
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Adventure is the new Enduro
When it comes to cycling, whether you like your rubber skinny or knobbly, adventure is the new watchword. From adventure road bikes for gravel grinding to plus-sized hardtails for backpacking, there are now bikes designed to suit every conceivable terrain and myriad options when it comes to luggage, kit and even adventure-focused cycle clothing too. Specialized, for example, has developed bike luggage designed to work with its new adventure bike, the Sequoia, and the expanded Brevet clothing line from Rapha is all about comfort on long distance road and adventure rides.
On the other hand, while it's nice to have great kit for your adventure, and while ensuring it's in good working order is crucial, it's not always 100 percent necessary. Don't let a lack of the latest kit stop you getting out there.
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There's also nothing like a little first-hand experience and advice, and I attended this year's Women's Adventure Expo, which brought together some of the most inspirational female adventurers — covering everything from ultra running to mountaineering to adventure cycling, and everything in between. Speakers included Anna McNuff, who cycled 11,000 miles through each state in the USA; Sarah Outen, part of the Adventure Syndicate, who rowed, cycled and kayaked around the Northern Hemisphere; and Masha Gordon, a mountaineer who reached the summit of Everest in May 2016.
So below is a sample of wisdom that I picked up from the Adventure Expo to help you to start planning and moving towards that big adventure you've always thought about doing. Who knows where it will take you.
1. Choose something you love
2. It's never too late to start
3. No adventure is too small
4. Most people don't go from couch to Everest
5. Build adventure into your life
6. The power of visualisation
7. Break the adventure down
8. Find the time or make the time
9. Find your adventure allies
Go forth and plan your adventure!
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