Uploaded November 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
What makes a trip “full value”? It’s not just the miles, the hardships, or the views — it’s something more. When Neil and his friends wrapped up their three-day, two-night ride on the Peaks and Plateaus route, they knew they had just experienced a full value trip. In this video, Neil dives deeper into what that really means and shares his thoughts on these types of trips in our latest release…
This video was supported by Gunnison/Crested Butte, learn more about Neil's backyard here: gunnisoncrestedbutte.com/visit/trip-planning/things-to-do/gravel-biking
Related Links:
Peaks and Plateaus Route: bikepacking.com/routes/peaks-and-plateaus
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::About The Host::
Neil Beltchenko (instagram.com/neil_beltchenko/)
Geometry: 150lbs, 5'9.5", 32" inseam, +2.5" Ape index
What makes a trip “full value”? It’s not just the miles, the hardships, or the views — it’s something more. When Neil and his friends wrapped up their three-day, two-night ride on the Peaks and Plateaus route, they knew they had just experienced a full value trip. In this video, Neil dives deeper into what that really means and shares his thoughts on these types of trips in our latest release…
This video was supported by Gunnison/Crested Butte, learn more about Neil's backyard here: gunnisoncrestedbutte.com/visit/trip-planning/things-to-do/gravel-biking
Related Links:
Peaks and Plateaus Route: bikepacking.com/routes/peaks-and-plateaus
Do you enjoy our videos, routes, and articles? Help sustain this resource by joining the Bikepacking Collective: bikepacking.com/join/?utm_source=youtube
#bikepacking #pedalfurther #fullvalue
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::About The Host::
Neil Beltchenko (instagram.com/neil_beltchenko/)
Geometry: 150lbs, 5'9.5", 32" inseam, +2.5" Ape index
