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LETTERS FROM RIDE PUNK RIDE

Letters from Jana and Bjørn about riding, being outside, and whatever’s on our minds. Free by email, in English or German. You can read them here in the archive too.

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Jana riding beyond a harvested field
08 September 2026 · Jana & Björn Lexius

The conversations in between

A week off, time on the bikes with Jana, and a visit to friends we used to see much more often.

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The Heat, the Silence, and the Water We Didn't Ask For

We left before sunrise for what should've been a perfect 140km ride. But when we both needed water and neither wanted to stop, everything went sideways. Sometimes the hardest part isn't the ride—it's the invisible weight we carry and the pride that stops us from asking for help.

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Why We Ride: Chasing Freedom on Denmark’s Wild West Coast

Every adventure starts with a question: why? For us, it’s about freedom, exploration, and pushing our limits—both physically and mentally. This time, we’re taking it further, riding Denmark’s Vestkystruten and back to Hamburg. 1,200 km of wind, gravel, and adventure. Let’s ride.

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Redefining Adventure

Discover a new perspective on adventure with our latest blog post, 'Beyond Epic Journeys: Embracing the Small Adventures in Life.' This thought-provoking piece invites readers on a personal exploration, challenging the Instagram-fueled notion that adventure is only about grand escapades. We delve in

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Ride Together: The Joy of Cycling With Your Partner

Cycling together isn’t just about the ride—it’s the inside jokes on climbs, the unspoken support when one struggles, and the perfectly timed snack breaks. It’s about growing together, embracing the headwinds, and making every wrong turn part of the adventure.

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Endless Summers

Time used to stretch endlessly, but now it slips through our fingers—except when we ride. A week off the grind, chasing freedom on two wheels, brought back that childhood feeling of endless summers. But why does it have to end? Maybe it’s time to redefine what a life well-lived really means.

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WHAT DID WE BRING ON OUR FIRST BIKEPACKING TRIP?

Packing for bikepacking is an art—balancing essentials, comfort, and weight. From hydration hacks to unexpected MVPs, we’re breaking down our gear setup, the lessons we learned, and what we’d do differently next time. Whether you’re a minimalist or an over-packer, there’s something here for you.

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