Meg Knobel on the Stagecoach 400

Show NotesMeg Knobel is the organizer (or as you’ll come to learn, “disorganizer”) of the wildly popular bikepacking event in Southern California, Stagecoach 400. From her first experiences tackling the route, to taking the reins from Brendan Collier in 2019, Meg was an absolute joy to chat with. She talks about hosting the first Grand Depart and how her confidence grew over time, and gives us a behind the scenes look at just how much effort goes into putting on these Grand Departs. This year’s edition of Stagecoach 400 kicks off March 29th at 8AM PDT in Idyllwild California. Follow Stagecoach400 on InstagramDotwatch this year’s StagecoachThe Stagecoach 400 route00:00 Quick catchup w/ Mel & Cynthia09:10 Interview with Meg13:20 Meg's Background and Stagecoach 40033:55 Hosting the First Grand Depart vs. Now42:39 Advice for Folks Touring the Route57:16 Planning and Organizing the Event01:01:58 The “Perfect” Bike for Stagecoach 40001:05:04 Why Keep the Event Unsanctioned01:19:37 Fun Banter you don’t want to miss out on 01:29:26 Giving Stagecoach Tattoos Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Follow Mel on Instagram: @melwwebbFollow Detours on Instagram: @detourscyclingFollow Albion on Instagram: @albion.cyclingUse code DETOURS15 to get 15% off your next order from AlbionIf you enjoy listening please consider pledging your support to sustain producing this show: https://buymeacoffee.com/detourspodcast