Scott’s Adventures

These are stories of Scott’s adventures through life, like riding a bicycle around the world, being the Cultural Ambassador to Argentina and…  hopefully, many more, big and small. I invite you along for the ride to discover, learn and become a better person and make the world a better place.

Scott Stoll being interviewed while his bicycle is on the red, white and blue podium, occupying first, second and third place.

Scott Stoll’s media appearances

Links to all of Scott Stoll's favorite media appearances: newspaper, magazine, television, radio, web and more.
Falling Uphill by author Scott Stool. A Next Generation Indie Book Award winner for Memoir: Personal Struggle. 2018.

My indie book award arrived

My award arrived in the mail for the anniversary edition of Falling Uphill. Yay! You could call this my coming of age journey. The sequel is planned for 2037. I imagine I'll have some interesting perspective as I do it all again. Well... maybe not the whole world via bicycle. Thank you Next Generation Indie Book Awards
Best packing list advice for bicycle tourers

The best packing list advice for bicycle tourers

I don't mean to scare people, but it's important to know that bicycle touring can be life-threatening if you don't have the proper supplies. Scott shares his packing list and advice from years of experience traveling.
Supply list for a world bicycle tour infographic. A collage of words like: passport, sunscreen, flashlight and hundreds more.

Supply list for world bicycle tour

The rule of thumb when preparing for a trip is to leave half of everything at home and you'll still be carrying too much. Here is a supply kit and tips for almost any adventure.
My Best Bikepacking Tips and Experiences

After 59 countries, it’s time to share my best bikepacking tips and experiences

After 4 years on the road, Scott shares his tips and experience on bikepacking, details about his book, and his passion to inspire people.
The original famous bicycle quote. "A bicycle ride around the world begins with a single pedal stroke." By Scott Stoll. Featuring Scott's before and after picture from his trip around the world on a bicycle.

A bicycle ride around the world begins with a single pedal stroke

An Adventure Cycling #TGIF quote, Bicycle Bliss Calendar's February bike quote and now an all-time famous bicycle quotes. Read the story behind this quote and how it is one of the surprising benefits to travel.
Map of the 159 best bicycle touring destinations in the world.

159 bicycle touring destinations you must see

Map of the 159 best bicycle touring destinations in the world from the leading experts -- world cyclists that have been there and done that.
Bike USA ad, full-page, 4-color newspaper ad. This is the ad that got Scott fired from his job as art director.

The advertisement that got me fired and “ruined” my life

This career-changing and life-changing event led to the incendiary moment which compelled me to ask, "If I could do anything, what would I do?"
Fully-loaded touring bicycle ready to cross the Australian Outback

What kind of bicycle did you ride around the world?

The short answer is: you can ride any bike. I rode a mountain bike. Practically speaking, you'll want a touring bicycle. More about how to choose a touring bike below.
The map of Scott's World Bicycle Tour

How do you define circumnavigating the world on a bicycle?

How does one define bicycling around the world? Well, you wouldn't get very far trying to bicycle around the equator since it is mostly water. However, you could try lugging your bicycle to the North or South Pole, once there you could finish the trip in minutes. Or...
Vietnamese money, called Dong, piled on a colorful bed spread.

How much does it cost to cycle around the world?

How to budget for an epic journey around the world on a bicycle. This article includes guidelines and the actual budget from a real trip around the world. Would you be surprised it only cost $22 per day?
Scotts knee surgery. A picture of laparoscopic surgery and the inside of Scott's knee

Health & Safety: The most important factor while Traveling

What happens if you get sick or injured while traveling? Health and safety advice, tips and tricks.