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Nova Scotia’s Ashleigh Myles: The Woman Who Rode Her Bike Across the Americas

Ben Holmes February 10, 2026 8:58 am Last Updated on February 27, 2026 2:38 pm

Ashleigh Myles certainly had the adventure of a lifetime. Last month she completed an amazing journey on her bicycle, becoming the first woman to cycle from Alaska to Argentina unassisted and without a team. Even better, she is from right here in Nova Scotia. I had a chance to talk to her, so have a listen!

Ashleigh Myles Route

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The journey took her 118 days, 5 hours, 4 minutes!

Ben Holmes

Ben Holmes has lived on the South Shore of Nova Scotia for most of his life and has a deep passion for the culture and community of Nova Scotia and the Maritimes. He believes strongly in the importance of radio and other local media, and the role they play in keeping communities informed, connected, and entertained.
He is the host of “Breakfast With Ben” on CKBW in Bridgewater. When he is not talking, at least not into a microphone, Ben enjoys spending time outdoors, cycling, watching films, taking road trips, and being around family and friends.

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