My First Bikepacking Adventure: Silver City to Sturgis Along the Centennial Trail

When my friend Eric, an experienced bikepacker from Colorado, agreed to help me with my first bikepacking trip, I was both excited and nervous. Eric's expertise and enthusiasm for the outdoors were reassuring, and I knew I was in good hands. We planned an ambitious ride from Silver City, South Dakota, to my hometown of Sturgis, along the challenging Centennial Trail. With our bikes loaded up with around 60 pounds of gear and water each, we set off on what would become an unforgettable adventure.