Welcome to the Wild Ideas Worth Living Summer Camp Series! In these bonus episodes, we’re exploring camping beyond the traditional tent—from bikepacking and packrafting to camping with kids and dispersed car camping. Kevin Frias is a cyclist and bikepacker who's taken on multi-day adventures through deserts, mountains, and everything in between. Whether he's navigating gnarly weather or unexpected setbacks, Kevin brings a steady optimism to the ride. His motto? A good map and a good attitude can take you a long way. In this episode, Kevin breaks down the essentials of bikepacking—from planning your first trip to the gear he trusts most on the trail. Connect with Kevin: Instagram YouTube Gear & Apparel Mentioned: Gravel Bikes Mountain Bikes Backpacking Tents Hammock tent Daypacks Panniers Jetboil Dry Bags Zpacks Tent & Sleeping Quilt NEMO Tensor Sleeping Pad Katadyn BeFree Water Filter Sleeping Bag Liner Bike Patch Kit Bike tools Check out this Bikepacking Checklist ! Thank you to our sponsors: Capital One and the REI Co-op® Mastercard® Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
