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BEYOND BORDERS: 7,000 KM OF WINTER BIKEPACKING FROM ZURICH TO KYRGYZSTAN

03.06.2026 10:00

With skis strapped to his bike, Simon sets off from Zurich towards Kyrgyzstan at the beginning of winter on his gravel bike. An extraordinary winter bikepacking adventure spanning thousands of kilometres through cold temperatures, vast landscapes, and remote regions. In this interview, he shares how the idea came about and reflects on the challenges and memorable moments he experienced along the way.

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