Brutal 3000m climb in scorching heat | Bike Touring Turkey #19

Summary

This episode chronicles a grueling bike tour up Mount Nemrut in Turkey, highlighting the immense physical challenges and struggles of the cyclists. They face extreme heat, steep inclines averaging 8%, and physical discomfort, emphasizing the need for better gear like a lower gear ratio for their heavily loaded bikes. The takeaway is the intense physical and mental fortitude required for such extreme touring, and the importance of careful planning regarding supplies like food and fuel.