In this compelling interview, Marissa Muller shares her extraordinary cross-country bicycle adventure, riding a solar-powered electric bike from Ventura, California to Washington DC. Motivated by a desire to break free from her monotonous corporate travel lifestyle, Muller embarked on a 3,000-mile journey that combines personal wellness, technological innovation, and environmental consciousness. Using a Specialized Turbo S electric bike equipped with high-efficiency SunPower solar panels, she demonstrates the potential of renewable energy and electric bicycle technology. Her innovative setup allows her to charge her bike’s battery while riding, achieving remarkable efficiency with an average speed of 19 mph and the ability to travel over 100 miles on a single battery charge. Throughout her journey, Muller aims to engage with local communities, discussing wellness, sustainability, and sparking conversations about renewable energy. Her adventure is not just a personal challenge but a mission to inspire others to consider alternative transportation methods and embrace technological solutions for environmental sustainability. Equipped with various tech gadgets like Recon Jet sunglasses, a Garmin device, and a Spot satellite tracker, she documents her progress and shares her experience with the world, highlighting the potential of electric and solar-powered transportation.
