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Nils takes an unusual packing list to the mountains for an overnight adventure. Words & photography Nils Amelinckx I fumbled around in the last of ...
By singletrackmag
Get the full story here:
https://singletrackworld.com/2022/08/issue-144-excess-baggage/
Posted : 05/08/2022 5:55 am
Thank you for this. This was inspirational and humbling. I've had a few health issues and personal knockbacks recently which have put me in a bit of a dark place and stopped me riding but they are trivial compared to what Nils is dealing with. This really struck a chord and gave me a virtual kick up the arse to stop moping and get out.
I have vowed to drag my bike out in the next few days and whilst it will only be a local bimble in the woods, I know it will feel epic.
Posted : 17/08/2022 9:29 am
Inspiring stuff Nils. I hope that there are many more adventures in store for you.
Posted : 17/08/2022 10:25 am
Couldn't approve of this story any more than i do... awesome !!!! Keep riding !
Posted : 17/08/2022 10:29 am
I have vowed to drag my bike out in the next few days and whilst it will only be a local bimble in the woods, I know it will feel epic.
That's great to hear. I had a similar wake-up call when Andy McKenna was talking about him riding through his MS diagnosis at Kendal Mountain Festival when I was 6 months into my first round of treatment. I thought heck I shouldn't let this illness dictate how I am going to live my life and got back on the bike. It's the best thing I did.
Nils
Posted : 23/08/2022 11:27 am
Thanks for the kind words!
Posted : 23/08/2022 11:29 am
Great article to read, interesting, funny and very inspiring stuff. Having the will to overcome your obstacles like that really is impressive.
Sounds like a cracking ride.
Posted : 23/08/2022 1:03 pm
