Great organisation! must be a great feeling to have everything you need on your back.
Could you help?
I'm looking to join a day road cycling club in Brighton, so i'm looking to buy a nice swanky road bike, but one that would also allow me to do long distance trips as i'm planning john o' groats to brighton and various things around Europe. My only concern is bag holding capacity, do I have to be really careful what I buy? Or will any road bike do the trick? Thanks :)
@luckyd0m If your wanting to go long distance carrying your own gear you really need a steel frame bike. They are a lot steadier with all the weight on them as well as being a lot stronger. Where as most fancy road bikes are lightweight aluminum and would just break under all the weight, I think most road bikes don't even come with eyelets (small holes you use to attach pannier racks). You could however get a trailer to use with a roadbike, they can be pretty expensive though.
Great. Nice, cheap and simple. Just how I like it. Except for cheap headlights! Buy a decent one - Petzel minimum, though I spent extra on the LED Lenser H7, as it's great for use as a front light when required. Really like the final compact look on the bike as well, esp if it included the 1.5kg tent that looked big enough for 2 (you never know when you need to share). I cycled 7 months continuous in NZ and USA and so for anyone reading, I vouch for the efficacy shown here.
@SuperEggfriedrice Hi. Least of your problems! Just enjoy the trip!! I carried a jungle hammock (mosquito net) and tarp, so the bike was often used to prop/tie to. You'd know if it was shifted in the night. If not, a simple cable lock to trees, picnic tables or whatever else is around - all part of the adventure.
great video. A headlamp is a lifesaver! There is no reason at all to not have a headlamp. I learned that on my first day at camping while I was hitchhiking. I bought one the day after :)
damn good video, thanks for posting it. And kudo's per the steel framed bike, i do a lot of long biking treks, probably go across the US this spring(east to west), anywho, the steel frame would be easy to weld if indeed you did happen to crack it, aluminum...no way
Oh yeah, and per the headlamp, i've used them since i can remember, and yes they are invaluable...
I'm after one of those b'twin cape's you have. Decathlon website doesn't want to seem to post?, and i'l be buggered if i can find them anywhere else?...Have you got any idea's where i can buy one online and will post? Even ebay (anyone) hasn't got the b'twin ones...Mmmm
@TehShadower I think that would be annoying. I've always used drop handlebars, until I bought a bike in NZ to tour the country. They rarely sold touring bikes with drops, so I ended up with straight. Don't think I could go back now as it was such a comfortable ride. Need the bull bars/bar ends for extra riding positions, but was certainly more comfortable.
nice getting ready for a 350mile ride this summer. my longest yet. spanning two states another first for me. i have done shorter trips and know what to expect but it will be a great accomplishment for me. i will be using my hammock/tarp system. but will have similar stuff to here other than tent. great video thanks.
That ground cloth is going to collect water and cause your floor to seep.
TransAmBicycleTour 1 week ago 2
Superb, first realistic set-up I've seen.
SparksHealth 1 week ago
Great organisation! must be a great feeling to have everything you need on your back.
Could you help?
I'm looking to join a day road cycling club in Brighton, so i'm looking to buy a nice swanky road bike, but one that would also allow me to do long distance trips as i'm planning john o' groats to brighton and various things around Europe. My only concern is bag holding capacity, do I have to be really careful what I buy? Or will any road bike do the trick? Thanks :)
luckyd0m 1 month ago
@luckyd0m If your wanting to go long distance carrying your own gear you really need a steel frame bike. They are a lot steadier with all the weight on them as well as being a lot stronger. Where as most fancy road bikes are lightweight aluminum and would just break under all the weight, I think most road bikes don't even come with eyelets (small holes you use to attach pannier racks). You could however get a trailer to use with a roadbike, they can be pretty expensive though.
mikester770 1 month ago
Great. Nice, cheap and simple. Just how I like it. Except for cheap headlights! Buy a decent one - Petzel minimum, though I spent extra on the LED Lenser H7, as it's great for use as a front light when required. Really like the final compact look on the bike as well, esp if it included the 1.5kg tent that looked big enough for 2 (you never know when you need to share). I cycled 7 months continuous in NZ and USA and so for anyone reading, I vouch for the efficacy shown here.
zero5uk 1 month ago
Great vid, I'm planning on a 2000+ ride in france, but wondering what to do and where to put my bike and trailer when I sleep! Please reply
SuperEggfriedrice 2 months ago
@SuperEggfriedrice Hi. Least of your problems! Just enjoy the trip!! I carried a jungle hammock (mosquito net) and tarp, so the bike was often used to prop/tie to. You'd know if it was shifted in the night. If not, a simple cable lock to trees, picnic tables or whatever else is around - all part of the adventure.
zero5uk 1 month ago
great video. A headlamp is a lifesaver! There is no reason at all to not have a headlamp. I learned that on my first day at camping while I was hitchhiking. I bought one the day after :)
Urbanthor 2 months ago
damn good video, thanks for posting it. And kudo's per the steel framed bike, i do a lot of long biking treks, probably go across the US this spring(east to west), anywho, the steel frame would be easy to weld if indeed you did happen to crack it, aluminum...no way
Oh yeah, and per the headlamp, i've used them since i can remember, and yes they are invaluable...
ZOMBIELANDakaUSA 3 months ago
Hello.
I'm after one of those b'twin cape's you have. Decathlon website doesn't want to seem to post?, and i'l be buggered if i can find them anywhere else?...Have you got any idea's where i can buy one online and will post? Even ebay (anyone) hasn't got the b'twin ones...Mmmm
Thanks.
MrBean24681012 3 months ago
Do you really carry honey with you?
BLRadler 3 months ago
@BLRadler Cycling in NZ I carried it all the time - nice local treat and great instant glucose supplement. Goes great with oats as mentioned.
zero5uk 1 month ago
@zero5uk I think you have achieved what I never managed to have: A great breakfast!
BLRadler 1 month ago
how did u buy those attachment for a bike I want one?
shonenarts23 4 months ago
Thats a great and compact set up. ! Thanks for sharing.
Maffu1973 5 months ago
isnt it annoying having to reach down all the time to change gears?
TehShadower 6 months ago
@TehShadower I think that would be annoying. I've always used drop handlebars, until I bought a bike in NZ to tour the country. They rarely sold touring bikes with drops, so I ended up with straight. Don't think I could go back now as it was such a comfortable ride. Need the bull bars/bar ends for extra riding positions, but was certainly more comfortable.
zero5uk 1 month ago
nob head
Toddy333 7 months ago
Thanks a bunch for this video. You've got a neat set up. Let's hope I can manage similarly.
Thelastmaverick 9 months ago
nice getting ready for a 350mile ride this summer. my longest yet. spanning two states another first for me. i have done shorter trips and know what to expect but it will be a great accomplishment for me. i will be using my hammock/tarp system. but will have similar stuff to here other than tent. great video thanks.
FixedByDoc 9 months ago
Hey man great video! i was wondering what kind of sleeping bag is? What brand? if you could let me know it would be awesome!
UnReaL441 10 months ago
I have the same saddle! San Marco Rolls? the comfiest one :) BTW pretty nice review mate. Good luck with ur trips...
arodion499 10 months ago
love it! but get a cheap beach air bed for a comfotable sleep,,,less than 500grams
sincerehastings 11 months ago
ah ! never say i have never had a puncture on these tyres it makes them happen lol really like your set up light and tidy on the bike.great vid
1972postiephil 1 year ago