On the Road

Llegar al Cuarto Piso: Riding Through the Heart of Colombia
Llegar al Cuarto Piso: Riding Through the Heart of Colombia
|Santiago Toro
When the three of us friends started planning a trip to celebrate our turning forty, or llegar al cuarto piso, we wanted something more than a vacation. We wanted a... Read more...
El Sifón: it’s for Riders of all Levels
El Sifón: it’s for Riders of all Levels
|Santiago Toro
  That’s me, at the summit of El Sifon. This picture captures one of my proudest, happiest moments, proximate to getting married and having kids. How did I get there? How... Read more...
How to Pack: Huascaran Loop
How to Pack: Huascaran Loop
|Santiago Toro
What to Bring and How to Pack for one of the Highest Elevation Bikepacking adventures you could do? Gear selection—one of the most exciting yet overwhelming aspects of cycling. With... Read more...
Riding the Huascaran Loop: A 5 day bikepacking adventure
Riding the Huascaran Loop: A 5 day bikepacking adventure
|Santiago Toro
This detailed guide will walk you through our journey. As with every great adventure, the journey truly begins long before you reach your destination. It’s that feeling of uncertainty about... Read more...
Riding the Huascarán Loop: A Journey Through the Peruvian Andes
Riding the Huascarán Loop: A Journey Through the Peruvian Andes
|Santiago Toro
The mountains are my sweet spot, a place where I reconnect with myself and the world. After a challenging year, I knew I needed something big to close it out.... Read more...
Exploring Mallorca: A Hidden Haven for Gravel Riders
Exploring Mallorca: A Hidden Haven for Gravel Riders
|Santiago Toro
For both cyclists and non-cyclist vacationers, Mallorca is widely recognized as one of the premier holiday destinations. Originally put on the map by Germans and Brits escaping the less-than-friendly weather... Read more...
Chapter 2: It gives, it takes away, and it gives again.
Chapter 2: It gives, it takes away, and it gives again.
|Santiago Toro
After leaving my 9-to-5 job, on that very day, amidst the flurry of preparations, overflowing emotions, and accumulated stress, I received news from the workshop... Just the month before, I... Read more...
If it doesn't burn you, don't do it. (Translated)
If it doesn't burn you, don't do it. (Translated)
|Santiago Toro
Well, it might seem easy and romantic to take a cycling trip through the southern part of the Andes, specifically in the Patagonian region. Here, I’m going to summarize in... Read more...
Gravel Bikepacking the Camino de Santiago: An Epic Journey
Gravel Bikepacking the Camino de Santiago: An Epic Journey
|Santiago Toro
Embarking on the Camino de Santiago by gravel bike is a remarkable adventure that blends physical endurance with cultural immersion. This route, stretching 711.7 kilometers from Madrid to Santiago de... Read more...
What Scarab Brings to Us: Friendship, Memorable Rides, and Farewells
What Scarab Brings to Us: Friendship, Memorable Rides, and Farewells
|Santiago Toro
As social beings, oftentimes, we look for opportunities to gather, to share experiences and spend time together. Encounters that make us grow. As a cyclist always seeking for my next... Read more...