From sea to summit, from Asia to the Middle East to North America and back home, and in sickness and in health, Australian Geographic’s 2019 Young Adventurer of the Year Jimmy Ashby has had an exciting but tumultuous year.
Aussie cyclist Jimmy Ashby focused on domestic adventures to keep his wheels turning during the country’s lockdown. And he rates his latest ride as one of the most challenging to date.
Growing up on a bike ride around the world: Jimmy Ashby (Rebroadcast)
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At only 18 years of age, passionate cyclist and outdoor enthusiast Jimmy Ashby jumped on his bike and set off on a life-changing trip that even the most devoted cyclists would balk at.
The South Australian teenager wanted to fulfil his dream to cycle around the whole world all by himself. Thirteen months later, Jimmy had cycled 39,000km, crossing 32 countries on four continents before arriving back home in Adelaide.
In this episode he shares some of the fascinating stories and talks about people he met along the way and how the adventure helped him to find the “true Jimmy”.
This Episode of Talking Australia is hosted by Liz Ginis (Managing Editor Digital at Australian Geographic) and produced by Ben Kanthak (www.beachshackpodcasts.com)
You can also follow us on Instagram @australiangeographic
Growing up on a bike ride around the world: Jimmy Ashby
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At only 18 years of age, passionate cyclist and outdoor enthusiast Jimmy Asbhy jumped on his bike and set off on a life-changing trip that even the most devoted cyclists would balk at.
The South Australian teenager wanted to fulfil his dream to cycle around the whole world all by himself. Thirteen months later, Jimmy had cycled 39,000km, crossing 32 countries on four continents before arriving back home in Adelaide.
In this episode he shares some of the fascinating stories and talks about people he met along the way and how the adventure helped him to find the “true Jimmy”.
This Episode of Talking Australia is hosted by Liz Ginis (Managing Editor Digital at Australian Geographic) and produced by Ben Kanthak (www.beachshackpodcasts.com)
You can also follow us on Instagram @australiangeographic
Almost a year ago, Adelaide boy Jimmy Ashby began the trip of a lifetime: a cycling journey around the world. Here, he tells us about the ups and downs, moments of fear and how keen he is for a fridge full of food when he gets home.
