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Eyes Ahead: Patagonia Looming
It’s a place that stirs the imagination of travelers all over the world. Rugged, iconic mountain peaks. Crystal clear river water. It’s the bottom of the world — Mordor, where Frodo fatefully destroys the ring.
UPDATED November 27, 2015 BY
River crossing with a twist
We were ready for the river crossing, but we also found something we hadn't prepared for...
UPDATED November 26, 2015 BY
Summing up Santiago
Before arriving in Santiago, I knew very little about the city. From friends and other travellers I had heard mostly bad reviews – “don’t bother, it’s not worth it” or “it’s just like any other city.” Regardless of the reviews, we did end up stopping along the way.
UPDATED November 25, 2015 BY
Setting off on the Ruta Maya
Once out of the city, the riders quickly found that Costa Rica would offer countless amazing landscapes.
UPDATED November 24, 2015 BY
Coming in Hot
Although none of the Bamboo riders may have felt it at the time, looking back at our start in China the days actually seem cool now. As we have worked our way south through Vietnam, Lao, Cambodia and now Thailand the days have become hotter and more humid. Where up north riders often took their time during the ride, many have now adapted their strategy to push hard early in the morning in hopes of avoiding the worst of the days heat and sun.
UPDATED November 23, 2015 BY