DiscoverDetours: A Bikepacking & Ultra Cycling PodcastTheo Kelsey-Verdecchia on creating the Golden Horseshoe bikepacking route
Theo Kelsey-Verdecchia on creating the Golden Horseshoe bikepacking route

Theo Kelsey-Verdecchia on creating the Golden Horseshoe bikepacking route

Update: 2024-12-05
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In this episode, Mel chats with Theo Kelsey-Verdecchia, ultra-endurance cyclist and creator of the Golden Horseshoe bikepacking route in Ontario. Theo shares how he designed this epic 1,600 km route to showcase Ontario’s hidden gems—from rugged singletrack to remote backcountry trails. He talks about racing vs. touring mindsets, balancing challenge with accessibility, and the joys of discovering unexpected resupply stops. Tune in for a conversation about route creation, adventure, and pushing personal limits.


If you want to keep up with Theo's adventures and stayed up to date on his plans for the inaugural Golden Horseshoe event, follow him on Instagram


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Theo Kelsey-Verdecchia on creating the Golden Horseshoe bikepacking route

Theo Kelsey-Verdecchia on creating the Golden Horseshoe bikepacking route