For Episode 213, we have Noelle Battle, the Executive Director of Bikepacking Roots. We discuss the origins of Bikepacking Roots, its mission, and the organization's work to expand bikepacking through advocacy, partnerships, long-distance route development, and connecting people with the landscape. The conversation also explores the role of natural-surface trails and singletrack within bikepacking, the BOLT initiative, and partnerships with organizations such as IMBA. Together, these efforts show how mountain bike trails and long-distance routes can connect communities, landscapes, and riders through meaningful outdoor experiences.
Topics Include:
Backstory on Noelle & how she got into Bikepacking
Becoming the Executive Director of Bikepacking Roots
The origin story and what Bikepacking Roots is about
Alternative forms of transportation that aid in Bikepacking
Partnerships that Bikepacking Roots has with other organizations
What is the BOLT Act – Biking on Long distance Trails
The Department of the Interior and USDA open 30-day window to nominate trails for BOLT recognition
Existing and Potential BOLT Trails
What trails within the BOLT Report that captures Noelle's interest
Expanding on Bikepacking Roots and IMBA
Working with more local partnerships
The expansion of Bikepacking Routes in West Virginia
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