When the invite went out to lead a bikepacking trip in Crested Butte, there was no hesitation from any of us. It’s a place we’ve all ridden and can’t seem to get enough of. However, this bikepacking trip wasn’t just about climbing and descending some of the state’s most beautiful trails. We wanted to really check in on each other and hold space for us to show up as we are—something many men don’t get the chance to do.