Episode 22 - Ashleigh Myles - Setting Records from Ice to Ice

As a Patreon supporter, you get first dibs on this episode, so make sure to go to my Patreon page and add to cart!Join us as Ashleigh Myles shares her incredible journey of riding the Pan-American Highway, overcoming fears, and breaking records as a woman cyclist. Discover insights on preparation, mental resilience, gear, and advice for women aspiring to undertake similar adventures.  Ashleigh set the record for the fastest female to ride the Pan-American Highway, solo and unsupported. In the process, she unknowingly set a record for South America. The Pan-American Highway runs from Prudhoe Bay, Alaska, to Ushuaia, Argentina. It’s approximately 22,500km with 190,000m elevation. Spanning two continents and 13 countries - it is the longest road in the world.LinksAshleigh Myles websiteSupport my podcastChapters00:00 Introduction to Ashley Myles and Her Journey06:27 Breaking Records: A New Era for Female Cyclists08:59 Facing Fears: Safety and Wildlife Encounters11:41 The Scariest Moments: Overcoming Internal Doubts14:16 The Journey Begins: Planning and Preparation17:03 Type 2 and Type 3 Adventures: Understanding the Experience20:05 Challenges on the Dalton Highway: A Test of Endurance22:37 Determination to Finish: The Mental Battle25:34 Adjusting to New Environments: Camping and Safety27:56 Cultural Shifts: Navigating Mexico and Beyond31:29 Riding Through Sickness: A Test of Will34:41 Support Systems: The Backbone of Adventure36:30 Days on the Road: Shortest and Longest Distances39:09 The Beauty of the Andes: A Journey Through Lives40:38 Advice for Women Adventurers42:22 The Importance of Community Support43:02 Embracing Breakdowns: A Necessary Part of the Journey44:22 Mental Challenges: Alone with Your Thoughts46:46 Essential Gear for Long-Distance Cycling49:14 Rapid Fire Questions: Insights and ReflectionsZM98RY4IBPALUCVBKeywords#podcast #urbanplanning #transportation #womeninleadership #communitybuilding #Journalism #Advocacy #SustainableCities #BikeLife #ActiveTransport #WomenWhoRide #WomenInMedia #SafeStreets #Urbanism #PublicTransport #EmpoweredWomen #GirlsEducation #AuthorLife #MentalHealthAwareness #Cycling #RecordBreaking, #PanAmericanHighway, #GearTips, #WomenCyclists #LongDistanceCyclingPre-order my book in Canada from McNally Robinsonand in the USA from Bookshop.orgSign up for my newsletter