Road to Roam: Hot Springs, Gear Talk & Last-Minute Chaos
We finally made it — welcome to the Road to Roam! 🚐✨
In this special episode, Amber and I are sitting down in person to share the highs, lows, and detours of our road trip to Fruita, Colorado for the final Roam Fest. From sunrise soaks at Baker Hot Springs to booking-fail hotel drama, we’re keeping it real about what it takes to hit the road with bikes, big dreams, and even bigger stoke.
This isn’t the polished Instagram version of the trip — it’s the behind-the-scenes truth: gear fails avoided, partnerships that keep us rolling, and the emotional build-up to the last Roam Fest ever.
Life on the Road: Hot Springs, Hotels, and Highway Miles
One of the best parts of road-tripping is the unexpected stops along the way. For us, it was a sunrise soak at Baker Hot Springs — the perfect reset before another long drive. But of course, there were hiccups too, including a hotel booking mix-up that had us scrambling late at night.
That’s the real side of these trips: the moments you plan for, and the ones you just have to laugh about.
The Gear Getting Us to Fruita
A trip like this doesn’t happen without the right setup, and we couldn’t do it without some dialed-in partners. Here’s what’s making the journey smoother:
🚲 Saris Edge 2-Bike Rack — holding strong through bumpy backroads and keeping the bikes secure.
🛏️ Exped MegaMat Auto — car camping comfort that makes the back of the rig feel like home.
🧥 Title Nine apparel — clothes that actually fit, made for all the things along the way. My road trip favorites were the MVT Train Flare Pant, Hudson Stretch Cord Shacket, and the Basecamp Joggers
⚡ Goal Zero power stations — thanks to Tahoe Mountain Sports, we’re keeping the cameras, lights, and chaos charged up.
This isn’t gear we just pulled out of the box — it’s what’s truly getting us from Truckee to Fruita, tested mile after mile.
Partnerships, Giveaways, and Core Memories
One thing we’ve been intentional about on this trip is weaving in partnerships that feel authentic. Every brand supporting the Road to Roam is part of the story — not just a logo slapped on.
We’re also running some exciting giveaways to bring the community along for the ride. Whether you’re meeting us at Roam Fest or following online, you’ll have chances to snag some of the same gear that’s carrying us to Colorado.
And maybe most importantly: these are the kinds of trips where core memories are made. Rolling into Fruita already feels emotional, knowing this is the last Roam Fest. The community, the energy, and the chance to be part of history in real time — it’s a lot to take in.
Why You’ll Want to Hit Play
✅ You’ve ever loaded up a rig for a road trip and prayed the bikes survive the dirt roads
✅ You want real-time gear talk from the road (not polished ads)
✅ You’re curious about Moab, Baker Hot Springs, or rolling into Roam Fest
✅ You’re here for a mix of chaos, laughs, and the behind-the-scenes truth
Mentioned in This Episode
✨ Shredly
✨ Salsa Cycles
✨ Saris
✨ Exped
✨ Title Nine
✨ Tahoe Mountain Sports
✨ Gravity Haus (20% off code at any location until Christmas: ROAMFEST)
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