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Yea I need to get a few more straps for sure, do you have any specific recommendations? Or do you stick to the Tailfin ones?

@@connormcc A strap is pretty much a strap. I use a Tailfin hypalon one as, if you own a Tailfin frame bag or top tube bag, you've probably got a spare one knocking about.

@@jonmathias6159 Yea I have a couple of spare Tailfin ones, was just curious if there were any others on Amazon or anything that you've used or recommend...

Yea I have since upgraded to the 16 l pannier on one side ( because it can accommodate a laptop for commuting). I did a credit card bikepacking trip on my road bike this year, and because I had less stuff it was fine. I do like the 'rooms' idea - I do something similar, but actually, you've articulated very well a good way to pack!

I’m honestly not sure, I haven’t really compared the models

That sounds amazing!

The main rides I did were Sa Calobra, and Cap de Formentor… I’ve a few other Mallorca videos on the channel you can check out for more detail

Yea it’s tough for sure, I’m looking forward to next year already, I’m actually tempted to do the wee dog, that way I’ll have done all 3

Thanks for the sub 👍🏻

@@connormcc ah if you travel that far to a thing, you may as well do the full distance.

Yea you’re probably right 😂

I've done the big dog 3 times , it's as you said, beautiful and brutal

ha ha, yea, it was impossible to keep them clean was the problem 😂

Ha ha, yea I had to keep wiping them - one of the guys kept calling me Zorro because it looked like I was wearing a mask - glad you enjoyed the video!

Thank for the comment and for watching! I’m glad you enjoy the videos! I’ve got a few bikepacking ones on here, if that is what you are interested in, and I have a few more coming soon, so make sure to subscribe 😁 I cover lots of cycling related things here, but generally try to keep it positive and light hearted! I hope you stick around and enjoy!

Glad you enjoyed it!

11th place on big dog 😲 that’s impressive! No wonder you were in the red! I was nearly last 😂 but I was basically the last person to roll out and stopped for too long at the feed stops

@connormcc I guarantee you enjoyed it more than me hahahaha, great day out. hope next year is a little drier.

@Frankthegravelrider yea I don’t think I’ve ever been muddier 😂

@connormcc would you run a xc hardtail next time? I'm convinced they're faster than Gravel bikes.

@Frankthegravelrider not sure, I do have a hard tail, but not convinced I’d find it comfortable over 100km

Thanks for subscribing!

Hopefully you get back to fitness again soon, definitely aim for next year!

Yea I agree, I think the headwind on the way back was a killer for sure… well done on doing it 💪🏻

I hope to be back next year too!

well done! This was my first year doing the big dog, tough day out

yea the insta360 is great, surprised that the lenses weren’t muddier that they were 😂

ha ha, yea anything but easy, camera doesn’t capture the gradient 😂

All the gravel bikes are hardtail 😂 probably 10% mountain bike hardtails

there was a really mix of bikes, mostly gravel bikes, but some hard tails too, I think I spotted a couple of full sus, and an emtb too

@@connormcc Yeah I did the Big dog on my full suss xc bike. Was actually grand. Was chatting to you at the first food stop. Enjoy your channel, keep it up!

I imagine the big gearing made the climbs ever so slightly less horrendous 😂 Glad you enjoy the channel!

I’m going to be over again in a couple of weeks, and weather dependant I hope to do a test ride on the new Brompton G Line 🤞🏻

@@connormcc Make sure you film that one. It'll be a good vlog! I'll follow suit then. 😆 Safe riding.

Yes I do plan to!

Yea I really like the look of the G Line - I might try to test ride one net time I'm in London... It is a lot of money for sure, and I don't know that I'd get the use from it too much - still, I think it looks amazing :)

@@connormcc an inexpensive folder that i use has a bromptonlike carrier block . It is called Zizzo and costs about $500. I love it as well as my brompton.

@@billhemingway5558 Looks like a very affordable alternative!

Glad you enjoyed! I love sharing my cycling experiences in the hope that it inspires others to give it a go 😊

Yea I am - and they are still great!

glad you enjoyed the video! I was really impressed with the cycling infrastructure in London, it’s no Amsterdam, but it’s much better than anything in Northern Ireland! It was only a little scary 😂

Yea it was really great on the bike… you definitely should get down there for a spin 👍🏻

Thank you!

Thank You!

Glad you are enjoying the videos, and glad to hear it’s encouraging you to get on the bike!

The Red/Orange jersey I’m wearing in the first part of the video is one of Victory Chimp signature jerseys… you can use my link to get 10% off your first order… tinyurl.com/3r9nsepy

Yea Kerry was really beautiful, I really loved it. It’s a shame that I haven’t done Inishowen 100 yet, especially as I live up north… but it just seems to intimidating 😂 - maybe next year 😁

I’m glad you enjoyed the video! Sorry that you didn’t make it to the event. I really enjoyed cycling in Kerry, and will definitely try to visit it again sometime!

I'm not sure how many people take part on E Bikes to be honest, but I'm pretty sure E Bikes are permitted... you can check their website for more info! lakelander.co.uk/

Thanks, it is a 2020 Canyon Ultimate CF SL 8.9 Di2 Disc.... I do have a couple videos on here specifically about it

Yea my video really doesn't capture how ominous it looked!

@@connormcc I've signed up for 2025 and will also be doing Wi klow 200 next year. I have ot increase my base miles for sure

@@rothaicc You got sneaky access? ha ha, I'll probably sign up for 2025 as well when it is announced and released!

It really was, a great event, and the weather helped too! Hopefully we get another good day next time to! You should try to sign up when they announce next year!

😂 - I mean I did say nearly, I am aware Cork is further 😁

​@@connormccthose Cork lads are an odd bunch, they'd take that personally

@@marcfarrelly5944 no offence intended to any Cork viewers, I’ll have to do a ride to Mizen head to apologise 😀

@@connormcc don't worry, I'm not one of them, but I've taken enough spins around that part of the country to know any misspoken word can lead to unintentional insults. Nice folk other than that. Don't mention capitals, other parts of Ireland and constantly remind them how great Cork is to stay on side.

I’ll bear that in mind 😁

Well done to you too! I’m looking forward to next year already!

Patrick where do you find these events is this been run again next year?

I hope it is! I do think they intend to. I usually find out about event from social media, word of mouth etc

@@connormcc Cheers Conor I cycle nearly every day up to 30kms most ive done is 70kms in the one trip but looking to start doinf a few of these types of events now. Just on a cube attain 105 mechanical but hoping to upgrade next summer ill have to pick your brains when I do every shop has there say but all give different advice looking to spend about €5000.

One of the best things you can do is a speak to a local bike shop, get a bit of a preliminary bike fit on a few bikes etc, see which you like best, and what suits the type of riding you plan to do

Rarely if ever have I been described as too fast 😂 - well done to you too!

Glad you enjoyed! Yea the scenery was amazing, I’m going to have to go back sometime!

Thanks, glad you enjoyed the video! It was a great ride, and amazing scenery, and wonderful roads!

I guess it depends on your route... they have just announced the new G-Line this morning which looks really cool!

hopefully see you at gravel grinder this year!

glad you enjoyed! I’ll be there in April too, maybe see you on the road (among the thousands of other cyclists 😂 )

@@connormcc possibly 😂. Staying in Plajta de Muro just the other side of Port de Alcudia

Thanks so much for the comment, glad you enjoyed the video! Well done on completing the Bealach again yourself! it’s a great climb!

no definitely not, but because I was filming for RUclips I needed to carry a couple of cameras, drone etc…

@@connormcc understood,thinking of 100km in a few weeks ,less is more- fueling is key and pacing,like all tough things ,LOL.nice video!

Yea, I would say take more nutrition than you expect, and keep eating and drinking, you want to consume about 1g per hour per kg of body weight - or at least that’s what I aim to consume - and make sure to take on fluids and electrolytes too!

I find the torq system really good for planning nutrition… and (shameless plus for my affiliate link here), if you use this link and the code AFCONNOR10 you will get 10% off 😁 tinyurl.com/torq-connormcc

I mean, I do also often take a hip flask of whisky and/or a beer 😂

If you go in May or September you might get lucky with the midges, and take a good midge net/mask with you. I was staying in hostels, hotels, bnbs etc on this trip, so had somewhere to take refuge at least… glad you are enjoying the videos!

@@petebw yea I saw that recently, but my phone is older so even buying an inreach and monthly sub is cheaper, and also as you say the battery life on inreach is much better, I still think there is a place for them for sure

@@connormcc coincidentally, I just had this video suggested to me by yt.. ruclips.net/video/fkBdII0Ideg/видео.html fair to say the emergency use is perhaps on par, but there is no tracking features with the handsets..

@@petebw I'll give it a watch, I think the new features of phones will have an impact for the casual user, but not make the like of the InReach totally obsolete

That is a good price I reckon, maybe ask if you can get a test ride on it, and maybe get a local bike mechanic to give it a once over before you buy it. It's a pretty good bike for gentle trails - I wouldn't do anything too technical on it though