In this episode of Bikepack Adventures Podcast, I have the chance to sit back and talk with Justinas Leveika. A Lithuanian cyclist living in Norway, Justinas shares about his experience participating in and setting a new fastest known time (FKT) for the Bikepacking Triple Crown. Justinas talks about his background as a nurse who moved to Norway for work and details his journey into cycling, beginning with his childhood in Lithuania.Justinas discusses the unique challenges and experiences of the three major races that make up the Triple Crown: the Tour Divide, the Colorado Trail Race, and the Arizona Trail Race. He highlights the technical difficulties, varying climates, and the physical and mental endurance required for each race. Justinas also recounts his strategies, including the importance of comfort for speed, his use of full suspension bikes, and the significance of proper gear and training. Throughout the conversation, he touches on the camaraderie within the bikepacking community, the challenges of self-supported races, and his hopes for the future. Despite some setbacks and controversies, Justinas's story is one of resilience and passion for the sport.To support the Bike Tour Adventures podcast, follow the links below:https://www.patreon.com/bikepackadventures orhttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/bikepackadventures Join the RideWithGPS Bikepack Adventures ClubIf you are planning on getting any Redshift Sports or Panorama Cycles gear, please consider using the affiliate links below to help the podcast make ends meet.Redshift SportsPanorama CyclesFind them at:Instagram: @justin.and.bikesFacebook: Justinas LeveikaFind me at…WEBSITEYOUTUBEFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMITUNESShow SponsorsPanorama Cycles --> They believe that cycling is a catalyst for adventures, no matter how small they can be. No need to travel across the world or to be a seasoned athlete to live epic outdoors adventures. Redshift Sports --> Founded in 2013 by a...

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