Alba and Ricard

Part trip recap and part route report, this short piece from Alba Xandri and Ricard Calmet chronicles a ride along the notoriously challenging Baja Divide, a missing puzzle piece in their multi-part bikepacking journey across the Americas. Find their story and an expansive gallery of colorful photos from the rugged desert and captivating coast here…

Despite their recent bikepacking getaway to Cyprus being marked by heavy rain and thick mud that made for slow progress, Alba Xandri and Ricard Calmet found a warmer side of the Mediterranean island. Read on for their story of taking shelter with locals and finding an unexpected way to experience the country…

“The Altai Project” is a new video from Ricard Calmet and Alba Xandri that chronicles their three-week bikepacking journey across the remote and enchanting Ukok Plateau in Siberia and Mongolia. Find the 20-minute video with photos and a written introduction here…

Seeking a short getaway near their home in Spain, Alba Xandri and Ricard Calmet recently pedaled a five-day route that combined segments of the Montañas Vacías XL and Ibérica Norte Loop into a picturesque circuit. Their ride took them up high passes, through lush vineyards, and into charming small towns. Find their story of dodging storms on a memorably beautiful adventure here…

“Nomadland” is a video from Ricard Calmet that takes viewers on a bikepacking journey through Mongolia’s serene mountains and painterly steppe. From feeling completely alone on remote tracks to being embraced by hospitable locals, their 1,800-kilometer ride was packed with unforgettable experiences. Find the 13-minute video with photos and a written perspective here…

“The Pass” is a new video from Ricard Calmet and Alba Xandri that shares a cinematic look at their recent bikepacking journey along the storied Annapurna Circuit in Nepal. Find the captivating 12-minute video, a lively gallery of images, and a written account of their trip up the Thorong La Pass here…

Over the summer, Alba Xandri and Ricard Calmet pedaled 1,400 kilometers across Pakistan, weaving their way through a network of beautifully remote valleys and up breathtaking passes. To recap their experiences, they put together a 15-minute film, written report, and stunning set of images. Find it all here…

Last year, Alba Xandri and Ricard Calmet headed out for a 1,000-kilometer bikepacking trip through Oman’s Al-Hajar Mountains, where they shot this short film capturing the magical terrain, challenging riding, and local hospitality they encountered. Watch it here, along with photos and a written recap of their trip…

Seeking a summer getaway, Alba Xandri and Ricard Calmet headed to the Alps for a two-week ride along the beautiful Hope 1000 route across Switzerland. They shot this 10-minute video as they rode to share their experience. Watch it here, plus photos and a written recap of their trip…