The Difference Between the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route and Tour Divide

Clip from Ep. 163 ~ Jay Petervary, Unearthed Interrupted

Jay Petervary explains the history and differences between the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route (GDMBR) and the Tour Divide.

0:00 Great Divide Ride Unearthed
0:53 History of the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route
1:13 Adventure Cycling Associations first dirt road tour
1:24 The Tour Divide Race
1:50 Bucket List item
2:20 Jasper the starting point of GDMBR
3:13 Confusion Between the Two
3:40 Lost Knowledge
3:51 Riding 100% GDMBR

Ultra-endurance and bikepacking legend, Jay Petervary set out on his solo and unsupported FKT attempt of the Great Divide Mountain Bike Route which he called “Great Divide Ride Unearthed”. Over 2,000 miles into his ride he was struck by a motorist. Suffering multiple series injuries, Jay’s resilience is unwavering. He may be battered, but he is not broken. He continues to inspire with his mantra “ride forward” and reminds us that he’s not done with this ride yet.

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