Podcast•Apr 15, 2026•2h 17m
Ep. 211 ~ Jacob Ashton, World Tour | DOOM | ETS
In this episode, host Patrick chats with veteran bikepacker Jacob Ashton about his epic four‑year world tour—over 77,000 miles across 100 countries—and his recent ultra‑distance races, including the DOOM ultra and the East Texas Showdown. Jacob shares how he went from a modest road‑racing background to becoming one of only two people to complete the Orogenesis route, and he details the challenges of racing on a full‑suspension mountain bike over 400 miles at an average 15 mph. The conversation also touches on the logistics of long‑term bike touring, the mental and physical toll of ultra events, and the community spirit that makes finish‑line gatherings like the East Texas Showdown special.
