Riding through snowstorms and temperatures down to -16°C on four-inch studded tyres and with two powerful batteries, this was Markus’ first long-distance winter bikepacking adventure. How did rider and bike fare in extreme conditions? 👇

Read The Best Season, by Markus Stitz, in Carrier Issue 02. Available now at stockists and online. Words: Markus Stitz Editor: Tom Parr Creative Director: Cyril Chermin Design: Aaron Griffiths Copy Editor: @cathytuttle.bsky.social cargobikefestival.com/carrier/stoc... 👇