Kossy is a tattoo artist based in Takayama, Japan, where mountains shape both the landscape and the rhythm of life.
A cyclist at heart and a new runner by choice, he moves between discipline and play.
Through movement, he searches not for performance, but for balance.
Xiao is a young Belgian bike mechanic and content creator who discovered bikepacking as a teenager. He shares how sleeping under the stars and traveling with almost no money taught him what freedom truly feels like. For Xiao, documenting his trips is as meaningful as the journey itself, a way to relive memories forever.
Pat Valade is a photographer, storyteller, and outdoor enthusiast based in Squamish, BC. His images capture the world through slowness, immersion, and sincerity, often from the saddle of a bicycle. In this interview, he takes us through his mountains, inspirations, and authentic vision.
Maxime is a graphic designer from Bordeaux who has turned the bicycle into a way to explore both freedom and himself. After an illness, he rediscovered cycling as a form of healing and adventure, diving into wild and unforgettable journeys. From explorations in Scotland and Iceland to dreams of the Andes, he shares with honesty the transformative power of bikepacking.
Fischer Olpin’s journey is a testament to passion, resilience, and creativity. Growing up in Utah, he was inspired by his parents’ love for the outdoors and art. After a life-changing accident, he found his calling in design, blending his love for cycling and craftsmanship into Fish-Ski Designs. Today, his handmade bike bags and captivating travel videos inspire a growing community of adventurers. His story is not just about making gear, it’s about embracing life on the move.
im, the creator of AdVANture ST, shares his journey of blending van life, cycling, and storytelling. His passion for vintage mountain bikes started with a Raleigh that reignited childhood memories. Through countless bikepacking adventures, he’s proven that old-school steel frames still have plenty to offer. Now, as he and Sarah embark on an 11-month road trip across Australia, Tim continues to document the joy of exploring on two wheels.
Bence, an adventurer from Hungary, is passionate about vintage 26-inch MTBs, which he sees as perfect companions for exploring nature. With a minimalist philosophy and a free spirit, he transforms retro bikes like his Univega into ideal machines for authentic journeys. His love for DIY and reviving forgotten standards aligns with his passion for the outdoors, making him a symbol of sustainability and creativity. In the interview, he shares how the simplicity of his choices reflects his desire to live closer to nature and away from conventions.
Eric aka Monkey On 2Wheels, a passionate cyclist and adventurer, grew up in a small German village where cycling symbolized freedom. Inspired by an article about crossing the Alps, he embarked on his first bike trip, sparking a lifelong love for exploration. His trusted companion is a 1989 Kuwahara Cheetah, a steel-framed bike he restored and customized, embodying reliability and self-expression. Through his travels, Eric has embraced the philosophy of resilience, connection, and the simple joys of life on two wheels.
A few years ago, I bought an old Bottecchia Sunkiss for €20 from a guy who was clearing out a yard full of junk (ravaldoni, as we say in Bologna). I didn’t know exactly what to do with it, but it was the only 26-inch bike in my size that I had ever come across, so I decided to try transforming it into a gravel bike to experiment with riding off-road.
