From triathlon to slow travel by bike with Caroline Prigent

Updated on 2025-02-27
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In this episode of the podcast, I welcome Caroline Prigent, slow travel adventurer, ultra-cyclist and co-creator of Bivouak events.

Laurène Philippot
Laurène Philippot
Laurène is the magazine's creator. An avid cyclist, hiker and trail runner, she's always keen to discover new places, especially in the mountains!

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Episode summary

In this episode of La Sportive Outdoor – Sport Outdoor au féminin, Laurène Philippot welcomes Caroline Prigent, a passionate ultra-cyclist and co-creator of Bivouak, an innovative event dedicated to bikepacking. Caroline takes us on an inspiring journey, which began with triathlon at the age of 25, and has led her to discover the fascinating world of cycling and experience some unforgettable adventures.

She shares with us her first major cycling trip to Patagonia, a landmark experience that not only boosted her self-confidence, but also her love of the outdoors. Caroline talks about her attraction to ultra-distance cycling, motivated by a deep-seated desire to surpass her own limits. Through her stories, she also highlights the importance of adventure and community in cycling, notably through Bivouak, which strives to bring enthusiasts together for slow-travel cycling adventures.

Caroline stresses the need to encourage more women to get involved in sporting practices such as bikepacking. She stresses the importance of creating inclusive events and adapting communication for women, to inspire them to embark on sporting adventures. This episode is a true celebration of the spirit of adventure and discovery through cycling, and a call to all sporting women to push themselves to the limit.

Join us to hear from Caroline, the perfect embodiment of the women’s movement that’ s shaking things up in the world of sport!

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