The Crossing: A South American Epic Cycling Expedition Story
"If nothing else, this day alone would make the tour deserve the name 'epic'!" Cristiano Werneck - Project Manager South America
Dive deep into one of the most definitively epic days of the whole #tdasouthamericanepic: A day in Patagonia famous throughout the TDA universe for being one of the most uniquely challenging border crossings imaginable.
Find out more about the Carretera Austral section of the South American Epic, a truly epic ending to a legendary expedition.
Audio credits:
Run with the Wolves by Arendson via MotionArray, https://motionarray.com/royalty-free-music/run-with-the-wolves-1200891/
A Time For Courage by Roger Stark via MotionArray, https://motionarray.com/royalty-free-music/a-time-for-courage-807041/
Durian Taste Test on the Bamboo Road Cycling Tour
“Durian smells like hell, tastes like heaven”
The Bamboo Road has been traversing southeast Asia for the last 2 months, and what better a way to celebrate than with a taste test of the king of all fruits? The infamous Durian! #tdabambooroad
Credits:
“Wa Kane” by Joel Lopez Via Motion Array
The Heart of New Zealand on the 2024 Trans-Oceania Cycling Tour
“It is all mental. It’s all about your attitude. That’s going to determine how much fun you have.”
Join Keith, Kristen and Alexa as they take their first pedal strokes on the Trans-Oceania 2024 through the stunning landscapes of New Zealand. Keith shares his anticipation for the unknown, Kristen braces for the challenge of steep climbs, and Alexa reflects on finding the mental strength to fully embrace the experience.
The first day of a journey like this is electric—a mix of nerves, excitement, and wonder as the road ahead unfolds. From serene coastlines to dramatic mountains, this is where the adventure begins. #tdatransoceania
Audio credits: Heart of the City
A Day in the Life on the Bamboo Road Cycling Tour
City, country, beach, mountains, monkeys, temples & night markets – a typical riding day through Southeast Asia has it all! From sunrise to sunset, come along for a day cycling the Bamboo Road. #tdabambooroad
Credits:
“Japanese Taiko” & “Miniotto Holiday in Bangkok” Via Motion Array
Weather Shifts on the Bamboo Road Cycling Tour
“We can’t always control the weather, but it always makes for a good adventure”
From relentless rain to scorching heat, the Bamboo Road has experienced some environmental extremes between the lush jungle landscapes of Vietnam and the dry horizons of Cambodia.
#tdabambooroad
Outbound On The 2024 Trans-Oceania Cycling Tour
Join Tristin, our Tour Mechanic, as he rediscovers Australia through the eyes of the Trans-Oceania 2024 riders! Hailing from Australia, Tristin shares his newfound appreciation for his homeland - from its vibrant wildlife to the deep history of its Aboriginal peoples. Dive into his journey of keeping bikes road ready on a 2.5-month adventure and see how exploring his country through others' perspectives has deepened his own connection to the land. #tdatransoceania
Cycling Cape Town to Kilimanjaro: Reflections on the Diverse Environments We Biked Through
After cycling 6,300 km across six countries, crossing the Tropic of Capricorn, and spending every night in a tent, the Cape to Kili group has finally completed their expedition. Now, with the journey behind us, we can reflect on the extraordinary and diverse environments we encountered along the way. From oceans to mountains, lakes to deserts, sand dunes to vibrant villages, this tour offered a constantly changing landscape that left us in awe at every turn. #tdacapetokili
Share The Suffering On The South American Epic Cycling Expedition: Rain in the desert
"It's a blessing to cross the desert in the rain!" Carolina - Tour Leader
Not every day on a five and a half month cycling expedition can be sunshine and rainbows. Sometimes a day will be the absolute opposite: brutal headwinds and pouring rain. But there's always a silver lining to be found, and as one of this year's South American Epic riders shrewdly remarks "days like [these] are just a part of it and that’s why they call it an epic." One thin is for sure, on a TDA expedition nobody faces a challenging riding day like this alone! #tdasouthamericanepic
Tips for New Riders From The Bamboo Road Cycling Tour
“If you go on one of those marvelous trips with TDA: a few things…”
It’s nearly impossible to completely know what to expect before venturing on a TDA tour – terrain, weather, culture shock, supplies, bike comforts, accommodations – but it’s those very elements of surprise that make it such a worthwhile adventure. However, it never hurts to get the inside scoop from the riders currently on tour that are already grappling with those surprises. #tdabambooroad #tdaadvice
The Viva Italia Cycling Tour: 6 Weeks of Adventure and Memories
“Its life changing to come on one of these trips”
2615 km, 39 days and 2 countries. Twenty-five participants embarked on a journey through Italy and Corsica, immersing themselves in local culture. Together they conquered countless climbs and created memories to last a lifetime. Six unforgettable weeks. Participants Peggy, Karen, Brian, Rae, and John give us a personal insight into their experiences. #tdavivaitalia
Cycling Malawi: A Journey Through Hills, Lake Malawi, and Heartwarming Encounters
“It feels like a completely different continent. To reach Tanzania from Namibia, one must travel east across Africa. Like Namibia and South Africa were just so completely different to what we are riding through now, and I think that difference gives you a renewed sense of energy”
A little over halfway through the expedition, the TDA Cape to Kili group was stunned by a new country—Malawi. The rolling hills covered in lush greenery, the vastness of Lake Malawi, and the warm hospitality of the locals captured our hearts. A hidden gem within this expedition across Africa, prepping us to travel across Tanzania with the finish line in sight. #tdacapetokili
Two Days Cycling The Salt Flats in Bolivia On The South American Epic Cycling Expedition
"At the end of the day, what we're doing is a bit ridiculous. Let's just accept that!" Mark - SAE Full Tour Rider
A truly iconic moment of the South American Epic: riding our bikes on the Salar de Uyuni aka The Bolivian Salt Flats. On this year's edition we not only rode on the Salt Flats but also camped on them. Hear all about the experience from the riders' themselves. Are the Salt Flats on your bucket list too? Mark it off with us in 2026! #tdasouthamericanepic
