Jan 28, 2026
What would happen if you said yes to the adventure that's been quietly tugging at you for years?
Joe Saul-Sehy talks with author and long distance cyclist Cory Mortensen, who decided to stop dreaming about a big ride and actually pedal one. He biked from Canada to Mexico along Highway One.
This isn't just about cycling. It's about committing to something that feels bigger than you, preparing without overthinking, and discovering what you're capable of when the road stretches out in front of you. Cory shares how solitude, unexpected kindness, and a willingness to stay curious shaped his journey just as much as the miles did.
Whether your epic adventure is a bike trip, a hiking trail, or something completely different, this episode is a reminder that the best stories start when you stop waiting for perfect conditions.
What You'll Discover:
- How to prepare for a long distance adventure without getting stuck in planning paralysis
- What Cory learned about resilience by riding day after day with no shortcuts
- Why solitude can be one of the most powerful and underrated parts of any journey
- How to stay safe and confident while navigating busy cities and remote roads
- The kind of gear that matters when you're living on the road
- Why naming your bike is not as ridiculous as it sounds once you've spent enough miles together
- How books and stories can fuel your sense of adventure
- What it feels like to reach the finish line and why it's never really the end
- How to stay mentally young by saying yes to new experiences
- Why serendipitous encounters often become the most memorable part of any trip
This Episode Is For You If:
- You've been saying "one day I'll do that" for years
- You want permission to commit to something that scares you a little
- You're curious what happens when you finally stop planning and start doing
- You need inspiration to turn your own adventure from dream to reality
- You believe life is meant to be lived, not just planned
Cory's story might be the nudge that turns one day into now.
Our show notes are at StackingAdventures.com
You'll find Cory's book in our Gear Of The Day picks
Share YOUR cycling (or other) adventure: StackingAdventures.com/MyStory