Gravelling around the world with Markus Stitz

Gravel Union Talks is a podcast series full of inspiring stories, news and events from the world of gravel biking. Each month hosts Carlo and Olly will be chatting with guests who are passionate about riding off the beaten track… adventure riding, bike packing and gravel racing. 

In this episode:

Guests: 

• Markus Stitz -  the first person to ever ride around the world on a singlespeed bike, guide book author, filmmaker, gravel event organiser, public speaker and passionate advocate for all things Scottish.
• Gravel Union Talks podcast with hosts Carlo van Nistelrooy and Olly Townsend.

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