Making Bikepacking Feel Like It's For Everyone: Claire Sharpe

This week’s episode features a really thoughtful conversation with Claire Sharpe, a mountain bike instructor, community builder, and the founder of the Bristol Rally. It's a great listen if you’re curious about bikepacking, interested in community-led events, or if you’ve ever talked yourself out of an adventure because you thought you weren’t “ready” yet.

In this episode, we talk about:

Coming to cycling later in life and learning by doing
How community can be a gateway into bike adventure
Claire’s journey into mountain bike instruction and coaching with empathy
Why lived experience matters when helping others build confidence
The Bristol Rally and how it’s designed to feel welcoming and accessible
Breaking down barriers through inclusive event design
Route planning, rights of way, and riding with confidence in the UK
Misadventures, muddy trails, hike-a-bike moments, and why they become the best stories
Why you don’t need to be “fit enough” before starting

All Terre (Claire’s website): https://allterre.net/

The Bristol Rally: https://allterre.net/the-bristol-rally/

Follow Claire and her bikepacking projects via the links below:

Instagram: @ClaireSharpe, her website - All Terre.

Check out her event - The Bristol Rally

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