ICE ROAD Oslo Winter Forest Border Ride

In Norway, February 2020, I hatched a plan to do a loop following the Oslo county border as closely as possible - using roads, tracks and trails. I knew I was most likely going to come across some hiking sections and ice roads - and this was why I wanted to do it. I was seeking a test of my psychology, my attitude and my physical grit. The more rough and frustrating the route - the better! The original route on Komoot came out at around 140km total. Traditionally, I left the house a lot later than I should have. This meant the Norwegian winter darkness crept in rather quickly. What followed was a simultaneously beautiful yet gauntlet of gravel track covered in ice and snow as well as hiking trails littered with tree roots and rocks. As the freezing temperatures kicked in and the clock struck midnight, I made a dash back to the safety of the city. The higher elevation and snowy roads just really made the cold bite. This was also one of my first ever rides on true ice tracks so I didn't want to push my luck. The attempt rounded off at a little over 100km and a hefty chunk of elevation gain. For now, this particular challenge will have to go into the Unfinished Business pile. Full ride data   / strava   Support the channel via PATREON   / josephxkendrick   INSTAGRAM   / josephxkendrick   STRAVA   / strava   SPOTIFY playlist for racing & lifting heavy http://open.spotify.com/playlist/7haV... Dark ambient music by CO.AG    / @co.agmusic1823   Filmed & edited by myself. ______________________________________________________________________ gravel cycling norway oslo viken bikepacking solo ultracycling hiking hike hikeabike biking trek checkpoint alr5 crockett singlespeed strava vegan cyclist athlete forest nordmarka offroad ice road snow ride bikes fixed gear fixie gopro norwegian studded tyres schwalbe marathon plus night riding exposure lights full moon unsupported self supported ultra bike packing adventure touring training travel explore loop circumnavigation ed pratt francis cade londoneats foodora frozen freezing snowing expedition orienteering county border loop audax