Cycles of Change

In the second part of the interview, Irv Thomas shares more stories from his hitchhiking experiences and provides practical tips for those interested in hitchhiking. He recounts a memorable encounter where he unknowingly hitched a ride with a driver [...]

Irv Thomas, a seasoned hitchhiker and author, delves into his fascinating journey of dropping out of the conventional world and embracing a life of adventure. His hitchhiking escapades began at the age of 16, and since then, he has been on a [...]

A Journey for the Body, Mind, and Spirit Bikepacking is an art form, a beautiful way to travel that unites the body, mind, and spirit. It is a journey of adventure that takes you to the world’s hidden gems, along paths less traveled. Here, the [...]

The Rhythm of the Ride, The Stillness of the Mind The simple act of pedaling a bicycle can be a powerful form of meditation. The rhythmic motion, the steady breath, the focus on the path ahead, all of these elements create a space for mindfulness [...]

Once upon a time in a great American city, there was a grand theater called "The House of Politics." This theater was renowned far and wide for its spectacular performances of "Modern American Kabuki." The actors who graced the stage were [...]

Deception and manipulation by government, media, and intelligence agencies erodes public trust in democratic institutions and processes and have long-lasting effects on society. Frustration with perceived manipulations has fueled a desire for [...]

Our world has formed into a large rooted and growing land-based community where millions upon millions live and work together in large polluted and artificial cities, where we ourselves have developed into a small governing core with our own private [...]

The middle class in developed economies is disappearing due to erosion of its social mobility, despite massive government spending, stimulus plans, and entitlement programs. Blaming capitalism is misplaced, as the real issue lies in radical statism [...]

A Declaration for the Open Road We are the travelers of the quiet path, the seekers of the distant horizon. Our journey is one of discovery, powered by our own strength and guided by a spirit of adventure. This is the bikepacker’s way. The Beauty [...]

I wish to connect with kindred spirits of shared values who embrace the thrill of living in the moment, who possess or wish to possess a self-reliant spirit, together with the following personality traits: Adventurous: A spirit for adventure, be [...]

Sound money, based on the principles of Natural Law, promotes stability, fairness, and economic prosperity. In a sound monetary system, the value of money is anchored to tangible assets, such as gold, ensuring its intrinsic worth over time. This [...]

The Freedom of the Open Road Long-term, self-supported bikepacking is a beautiful way to experience the world. It is a journey of freedom and independence, a chance to travel at your own pace and to connect deeply with the landscapes you move [...]