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JUST GET STARTED

This week, we talked over on ConsummateAthlete.com all about the idea of getting started with what you have, where you are. (The specific article: On Just Get Started in a Sport — Or, What I Learned My First Time Bikepacking.)

Basically, I (Molly) went on a bikepacking trip a couple of weeks ago. I didn't borrow or buy any new, bikepack specific gear, though... I just rolled with what I had. That meant a cyclocross bike with CX-specific gearing for a road ride, a running hydration vest, and my small handlebar bag. And I had A BLAST. Was it the perfect setup? Heck, no. Did it do the job? Absolutely.

I think that especially as we get more and more serious about our sports, we tend to get more particular about having the right tools for each job, which can lead to missing out on some really great adventures. Sure, for a hiking trip, you need SOME kind of shoe that can go the distance, but do you need hiking boots? Probably not. 

So while this piece is about bikepacking, we hope people can take it to heart with any upcoming Consummate Athlete adventure!

Have a happy, active, healthy week!!
-Molly & Peter

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ABOUT THE CONSUMMATE ATHLETE
At the Consummate Athlete, the goal is simple: help people lead their best active, adventurous lives through coaching, videos, podcasts, articles, and events.