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Flyscout Ryder, Sugarloaf Key, Sugarloaf Key, FL (2025)

08/23/2025

Crossing Utah: The Mighty 5 National Parks Adventure.
With the Rockies behind me, I set out to conquer Utah and its legendary Mighty 5 National Parks. The adventure kicks off with a brutal crossing of the Las Sal Mountains—headwinds, endless climbs, a dark freeway, and a miracle stealth camp to survive the night.
From there, Utah takes hold. I team up with friends Jason and Cooper to hike Arches, wander the vast overlooks of Canyonlands, and dive deeper into the Needles District. Northbound through Moab, Green River, and Hanksville, I push on through freezing nights, UFO-like desert landscapes, and the jaw-dropping beauty of Capitol Reef.
The road only gets wilder—icy camps at Dixie National Forest, a surreal ride across Scenic Byway 12, and finally, the mind-blowing spires of Bryce Canyon. The journey reaches its peak with a windswept ride into Zion National Park, completing my dream of seeing all five of Utah’s iconic parks in one unforgettable ride.
This is Utah like you’ve never seen it—raw, wild, and otherworldly.

With the Rockies behind me, I set out to conquer Utah and its legendary Mighty 5 National Parks. The adventure kicks off with a brutal crossing of the Las Sa...

08/16/2025

From Georgia to the Pacific: 4,300 Miles Across America on Two Wheels - S4 E39.
After 4,300 miles, 17 states, and 4 months of riding, I’ve finally made it to California’s west coast. This fifth crossing of the United States began in Georgia, winding through the southern states—except for a detour back into the Rockies—and then chasing my dream ride: crossing the entire state of Utah to explore all its incredible national parks. Those days in Utah will stay with me forever.
The final stretch was all about Death Valley National Park and its Panamint Range before reaching the Pacific, closing the book on another unforgettable tour, but not the last—there are still so many routes calling my name. Stick around for more adventures on two wheels.

After 4,300 miles, 17 states, and 4 months of riding, I’ve finally made it to California’s west coast. This fifth crossing of the United States began in Geor...

08/09/2025

Crossing the Desert, Chasing the Coast | Cycling Across America | S4 E38.
After the most epic downhill of the trip and a peaceful night camping at Panamint Springs, I hit the road again—rolling west after more than four months crossing the U.S. on two wheels.

The Mojave throws me a surprise: a rare tailwind. I ride it straight into a 3,600-foot climb up to Trona, an industrial desert town that feels like another planet. From there, I cruise into Ridgecrest by day’s end—75 miles in the books and honestly, not a bad day.

The next morning tries to trip me up with a flat tire, but it works out. I adjust the plan and land at a one-of-a-kind campground halfway to where I thought I’d be. Turns out, that unexpected stop was just what I didn’t know I needed.

This episode is all about that stretch of road where the finish line starts to come into focus. Come along for the ride—and the reflections—as this cross-country journey starts to wind down.

After the most epic downhill of the trip and a peaceful night camping at Panamint Springs, I hit the road again—rolling west after more than four months cros...

08/02/2025

Death Valley to Towne Pass | Brutal Climb, Epic Descent - Cycling Across America - S4 E37.
I woke up in the heart of Death Valley at Sunset Campground and started the day with a stop at the visitor center, where I learned how tectonic forces shaped the lowest point in North America. Then came the real lesson: 23 grueling miles into headwinds and hostile traffic just to reach Stovepipe Wells. But the next day? That’s where things got wild. I climbed over 5,000 feet to the top of Towne Pass—then bombed down the most epic descent of my life, hitting 48 mph as I dropped into Panamint Springs, one of the most stunning valley campsites I’ve ever seen. This episode has pain, beauty, and pure adrenaline. Don’t miss it.

I woke up in the heart of Death Valley at Sunset Campground and started the day with a stop at the visitor center, where I learned how tectonic forces shaped...

07/26/2025

Death Valley by Bike - The Hard Way - Cycling Across America - S4 E36.
I thought biking to the lowest point in North America would be, you know… downhill. Nope. First, I had to climb nearly 6,000 feet, crawl through 40 miles of headwind, and manage with dangerous traffic on a road with no shoulder and no mercy (looking at you, Bell Vista Road).

All for the privilege of descending into Death Valley at -282 feet. Totally worth it? Maybe. Mildly unhinged? Definitely.

Come along for the ride, the suffering, and the big dramatic payoff. Bring snacks. And maybe a wind tunnel simulator.

I thought biking to the lowest point in North America would be, you know… downhill. Nope. First, I had to climb nearly 6,000 feet, crawl through 40 miles of ...

07/19/2025

I Rode To Las Vegas On A Loaded Bike. Here's What happened. - Cycling Across America - S4 E35.
After wrapping up an unforgettable ride through Zion National Park, I spent a few nights regrouping in St. George, Utah and Mesquite, Nevada. From St George, I hopped on a local transit bus and rolled through the Virgin River Gorge—hands down one of the most beautiful stretches of highway I’ve ever seen but definitely not safe to cycle. Some sections have no shoulder at all and traffic is high speed. After a few days waiting in Mesquite for a package, it was back on the bike for a long 89-mile day riding Interstate 15 all the way to Las Vegas. The route had its moments—some wide shoulders, some sketchy ones—but the desert landscapes and sheer scale of the ride made it worth every mile.

After wrapping up an unforgettable ride through Zion National Park, I spent a few nights regrouping in St. George, Utah and Mesquite, Nevada. From St George,...

07/14/2025

20,000 Miles of Bicycle Touring Across the U.S. - My Life on a Loaded Bicycle.
Follow my journey riding over 20,000 miles across 46 states by bicycle. This trailer captures the essence of what it's like to travel the United States on two wheel - camping, facing wild weather, and chasing freedom.

Follow my journey riding over 20,000 miles across 46 states by bicycle. This trailer captures the essence of what it's like to travel the United States on t...

07/12/2025

Bicycle Touring Utah's Zion National Park On My Lynskey GR300 - Cycling Across America - S4 E34.
I did it! The goal and dream of seeing all five of Utah's National Parks became a reality on this episode. Zion National Park is just as outstanding as all the others in this wonderful state. The first day of this stretch was a brute with heavy head winds from Bryce to get to Mount Carmel Junction where I spent the night in a Motel and prepared for a mind blowing ride into Zion.

I did it! The goal and dream of seeing all five of Utah's National Parks became a reality on this episode. Zion National Park is just as outstanding as all...

07/03/2025

I'm On It!!! - A Glimpse Into My Fishing & Bicycle Touring Plans.
I'm back, again!!! Thank you for your patience and all who checked on me while I was busy guiding. I've come to understand that if I'm not checking in it is possible that something could have happened to me on the road and I worry some of you unnecessarily, my apologies. I know I disappear for several months during my guiding season but be certain that if I wasn't coming back as usual I would surely let you guys know. My fishing season is all encompassing. Days are long and when I have one off I am covered up in errands and need for serious rest. My focus is now 100% in continuing with Season 4 edits and finishing it up so I can start on Season 5 of the Cascades Volcanic Arc and preparing for another tour. I plan on leaving in 10 weeks so I have plenty of time to condition myself and edit non stop. I made a video explaining this and sharing a glimpse of what I do on my skiff. Expect new episodes in the coming weeks. I'm on it!!!

I'm back, again!!! Thank you for your patience and all who checked on me while I was busy guiding. I've come to understand that if I'm not checking in it is ...

03/29/2025

Surreal Cycling Into Utah's Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument - Across America - S4 E32.
This crazy day of cycling in Utah starts atop Boulder Mountain after a night of camping in the teens. The morning starts with a nice climb to reach Boulder Pass followed by a sick descent into Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument. I cycle thru one impressive section of Scenic State Route 12 after the other including "The Hogback", "Lower Calf Creek, and "Big Horn Canyon". The day ends with a steady descend into the town of Escalante.

This crazy day of cycling in Utah starts atop Boulder Mountain after a night of camping in the teens. The morning starts with a nice climb to reach Boulder ...

03/15/2025

Riding Extraterrestrial-looking Land In Utah To Capitol Reef N.P. - Cycling Across America - S4 E31.
If you haven't seen what Utah can look like, you gotta watch this episode. It's a seemingly "out of space" experience. I leave Hanksville after camping in below 20 degrees and head to Capitol Reef National Park over this surreal landscape. I was waiting for a UFO to land and take me away at any moment. It didn't help that there was the rare vehicle passing by. After about 30 miles I reach the park and get my mind blown with its beauty. The Fruita Campground was great and set me up for a mid 3,000' climb towards Bryce Canyon National Park. This one ends with a (not) breaking and entering into a closed Dixie National Forest Campground waiting for a close to 0 degree night of camping.

If you haven't seen what Utah can look like, you gotta watch this episode. It's a seemingly "out of space" experience. I leave Hanksville after camping in ...

03/01/2025

Cycle Touring Utah's Magnificent Landscapes On My Way to Capitol Reef National Park - S4 E30.
With Moab behind me, I set my sights northbound to Green River where I camp at a state park for the night. The next morning I head Southwest towards Capitol Reef National Park, one of five national parks Utah happens to have. A low grade incline for way too many miles slows my progress. I end up camping in the town of Hanksville on a cold night with temperature of 18 degrees.

With Moab behind me, I set my sights northbound to Green River where I camp at a state park for the night. The next morning I head Southwest towards Capitol...

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