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Rick's Bike Flips
Добавлен 4 июл 2006
I'm Rick, and these are my videos, mainly about bikes
Great Peak District Hike - Kinder Scout Plateau 20kms
Great hike around the Kinder Scout plateau in January 2024 in cold conditions. Including Kinder Downfall waterfall and some of the fantastic rock formations.
See the route and stats here: connect.garmin.com/modern/activity/13488567244
See the route and stats here: connect.garmin.com/modern/activity/13488567244
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Alpkit Jaran 2 and Tarpstar 1 Review
Просмотров 6 тыс.Год назад
I've taken two of Alpkit's backpacking / bikepacking tents for a field test. Let's take a closer look at the Alpkit Jaran 2 tent and Alpkit Tarpstar 1 tent...
Best Chamonix Hikes Les Bossons to Park de Merlet
Просмотров 615Год назад
5/5 A short series of videos about some of the best hikes in the Chamonix valley. This hike takes us from Les Bossons bus stop up to Parc De Merlet, a animal sanctury with native wildlife, a few imported species and farmyard animals too. We then head back down to Les Pelerins and Gaillands climbing area. This was the final hike of our trip and it was VERY hot.
Best Chamonix Hikes: Montenvers, Mer De Glace, Grand Balcon Nord, Glacier Des Pelerins
Просмотров 3,4 тыс.2 года назад
4/5 A short series of videos about some of the best hikes in the Chamonix valley. This hike takes us from Chamonix up to the Mer De Glace, then along the Grand Balcon Nord to the Plan de L'Aiguille and finally on to the Glacier Des Pelerins
Best Chamonix Hikes: Croix Der Fer & La Tour Glacier, June 2022
Просмотров 2,6 тыс.2 года назад
3/5 A short series of videos about some of the best hikes in the Chamonix valley. This hike takes us from the village of La Tour up to the Col de Balme at Swiss border. We cross over to climb the Croix De Fer peak and tehn get caught in a dreadful thunder and hail storm before heading back into France and up to the Refuge Albert 1er with amazing views of the Glacier du Tour. A huge day on the m...
Best Chamonix Hikes: Lac Blanc and Grand Balcon Sud, June 2022
Просмотров 12 тыс.2 года назад
2/5 A short series of videos about some of the best hikes in the Chamonix valley. This is the second in the series and takes you from the Flegere ski lift in north Chamonix Mont Blanc, and climbs to the stunning Lac Blanc. From there, we encounter chamois and ibex and head down to Argentiere.
Rad Runner Unboxing and Build - UK Spec
Просмотров 9622 года назад
I went and bought the best value cargo bike in the UK, the Rad Power Radrunner! @RadPowerElectricBikes Here I show you what's in the box and some of what it takes to put it together. Please note this is not an instructional video, it's for entertainment purposes only. These are available for about £1,200, making them one of the best value ebikes in the UK, but are still capable of hauling some ...
Best Chamonix Hikes: La Jonction, June 2022
Просмотров 9 тыс.2 года назад
1/5 - A short series of videos about some of the best hikes in the Chamonix valley. This is the first in the series and takes you from Les Bossons, just to the south west of Chamonix Mont Blanc, and climbs 1,600 meters to La Jonction, an incredible viewpoint between teh Bossons glacier and the Taconnaz glacier. Enjoy the ride.
Chicksands Bike Park, Befordshire, May 2022 - Riding the Ribble HT725
Просмотров 5522 года назад
A few runs from the excellent Chicksands Bike Park on my Ribble HT725 steel hardtail mountain bike. Some great runs here for all abilities, but this is not the place for a long ride... all the runs are short and take about a minute at the most. Then unless you have anice low gear, you'll be pushing back up again. We were having great fun until my bro twisted his knee on the 4X track when planti...
Bike Flip - Scott Purgatory 90's MTB resto
Просмотров 8602 года назад
I get my hands on this retro Scott Purgatory mountain bike and find out it's a real peach! It starts out with flat tyres, rusty everything and a loose headset, but is a completely FREE repair job and rides brilliantly. But how much will it sell for?
Spooky Woods - Full MTB red run at Glentress Bike Park - July 2021
Просмотров 6633 года назад
Riding the excellent Spooky Woods red run at Glentress in the Scottish Borders. Bike is Ribble HT725 steel hardtail, which was ideal for this run. This isn't a tutorial and I'm not an expert rider, but hopefully you can enjoy seeing what this great run has to offer.
Angry Sheep - full downhill MTB run at Innerleithen - July 2021
Просмотров 2143 года назад
Nice weather to try out this downhill run on My Ribble HT725 steel hardtail mountain bike. It's a steep and bumpy run, not ideal for a hardtail, but well worth the hike up to the top to experience it. This video isn't a tutorial, I'm not an expert. This is just to show anyone interested what the run looks like. Innerleithen forms part of the 7 Stanes area of the Scottish Borders, a great place ...
Triumph Street Scrambler Vs KTM 990 Adventure off road on Hampshire green lanes
Просмотров 3543 года назад
Green laning on Hampshire byways on my Triumph Street Scrambler and my friend's KTM 990.
Bedgebury Pinetum MTB - Ribble HT725 vs Ragley Blue Pig - Hardcore Hardtails UK
Просмотров 1,4 тыс.3 года назад
Took a ride with my brother at Bedgebury Pinetum in Kent. My first time riding there and it was a lot of fun! Some great sections and really well signposted trails. We gave the bikes and ourselves a good workout, but sadly last run of the day got a bit crashy...
Ribble HT725 - mucking about at Swinley Forest
Просмотров 1,4 тыс.3 года назад
Enjoying a mid week ride at Swinley Forest on the Ribble HT725, and also testing out my new GoPro Hero 9 Black and GoPro quik app. This is an automatically generated edit, but I'm pretty pleased with the results!
From Skip to Flip - Making big money on a 1984 Raleigh Panache. Dumpster diving vintage bike rescue!
Просмотров 1313 года назад
From Skip to Flip - Making big money on a 1984 Raleigh Panache. Dumpster diving vintage bike rescue!
Ribble HT 725 Enthusiast Build - first MTB ride and quick review in the Surrey Hills trails
Просмотров 6 тыс.3 года назад
Ribble HT 725 Enthusiast Build - first MTB ride and quick review in the Surrey Hills trails
Ribble HT 725 Enthusiast unboxing and build
Просмотров 13 тыс.3 года назад
Ribble HT 725 Enthusiast unboxing and build
Saving a 1964 Triumph bike from the scrapyard
Просмотров 883 года назад
Saving a 1964 Triumph bike from the scrapyard
Nice video. What time of year was that?
@@JohnHicksDoP June- a great time of year to go. Fewer tourists, loads of flowers, and still a bit of snow on the tops.
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Even the Chamonix town competes with Swiss alpine towns.❤😊
Hello Rick, is it possible to do La Jonction hike the last week of June without ice on the trail?
I would expect the trail to be completely free of snow/ice at the end of June
The path across from the Plan de l'Aiguille to the old cablecar station is used to get to the Refuge des Grands Mulets. There was risk of stonefall affecting the path 44 years ago when I used it. It can only be worse now, plus the state of the 'glaciers' is so much worse.
Albert premier (Albert 1er)
love your commentary! really funny and inspiring!
Ah thanks, glad you enjoyed it!
Hi Rick visit the himalayan mountains k2 and Nangaparbat view point from one place. Moses peak thank you
Really enjoyed your hike videos! Heading to Chamonix around June 1st, could you recommend a place to stay?
Glad you enjoyed the videos! We stayed in a Pierre et Vacances apartment close to the town centre. It was great value and good location near the bus station. But there are so many hotels and apartments to choose from I wouldn't know where to start work recommendations! You could also stay slightly out of town somewhere on the free bus network to get even better value.
So happy tofind a "diffe 're nt" cham video, great memories of hiking in lockdown, aguille du midi lift free! ...cest magnifique
Thanks for showing these tents. I am wondering though, is it possible to pitch the Tarpstar 1 outer first?
Yes, it definitely is possible. You don't need to use the inner at all if you don't need it.
this is awesome! I just did this one yesterday and it was so fun. thanks for the video
Glad you enjoyed it, it's such an amazing walk
thinking of getting the radrunner 2 as price is 500 quid off right now - id definitely get the eggrider display though, as it lets you use the full power of the motor and no one any the wiser - The 250w is determined by the electronic controller and the control panel. I believe the motor itself is rated as a 500w motor, but it could kick double that out all day
Great video you have inspired me to go here
Ah mon gars à l’âge de 10 ans je montais ce chemin avec mes parents. Mais c’était une autre époque, nous étions capables d’efforts prolongés et nous contentions de peu de choses. La vallée de Chamonix que j’ai arpenté plus de 10 ans de long en large reste aujourd’hui mes meilleurs souvenirs. Dans le coin il y a le lac cornu, plus haut et plus sauvage. Mais la plus belle vue sur la chaîne est vraiment celle du lac blanc. Nous allions jouer sur les névés, l’un nous un jour a plongé dans le lac. Mais au mois d’août.
Je ne m'ennuie jamais de Chamonix, il y a tellement de choses à explorer et c'est différent à chaque saison.
Bonjour,je suis du Québec.Je me cherche un guide pour faire entre 4 et 5 excursion de 5 a 6 heures chacune.Vous pourriez m'aider.Des addresses où coucher?entre chaque sortie...merci
Just to let you know that when I visited the Alpkit Inverness shop they were selling the T2 inner, which the assistant said wasn't available online for sale. I bought it and used one of my £20 voucher's too. I've yet to try it out.
Is it 7005 alluminium?
I bought the Tarpstar 1 and a footprint too (for a bit of protection against ticks) but to be honest, combined they weigh more than the Tarpstar 2. I've had the T1 on a SwimCamping outing last weekend and it kept me dry through some heavy rain and it held well in the wind too.
Yeah, I didn't think I needed the footprint.
That tent looks really good
Yes, both are good for different reasons/uses. Ideal for bike packing. The tarpstar could be erected with a stick instead of a trekking pole if you want to travel mega-light
looking forward to seeing them in action im keen on the tarp 1, as Im doing the cumbrian way next yr. I think this would be ideal. thoughts all the best
Yes, would definitely recommend it for a multi-day hike. It's a bit compromised compared to a more rigid tent design, but it's so light and easy to put up that it's worth it
Hello good morning, I'm going to Chamonix at the end of next week and I would like to do these trails, is there a possibility of providing me with the Track GPS?? Excellent videos, thank you for sharing.Hello nice videos, is possible
Sure! This is the route for the walk in this video : connect.garmin.com/modern/course/104614203
@@BikeFlips tanks
Thanks for sharing
How long did it take for you to get from the train station to the hotel?
I think about 2 or 3 hours. It wasn't too long, and we stopped for coffee on the way!
What point in june last year did you do this walk? Im looking to do it this year.
It was mid June... A great time of year where the Alps feel spring-like but warm and are "off season" so you don't need to worry about crowds or booking ahead.
@@BikeFlips that's great. Thanks for coming back to me. Due to go there end of this month.
@@user-fe8em5gw3i should be nice, and the peaks will look great with plenty of snow still
Hail, Ouch! Smart hiking moves. Always bring your rain and wind gear and getting shelter during storm...thanks for vid. Heading there this summer.
Have a great trip!
Col du Grand Saint Bernard - Lacs de Fenêtre ∆ hiking trails ruclips.net/video/V6KdfHlixHM/видео.html
How is it in the rain
No problems in the rain, but the tyres kick up a lot of spray. I've added side panels and mud guards now which make a huge difference. I think I'll make a video of the accessories I have added soon!
Great videos.!..Going to this region in May 2023 , can i ask how many hours the walks are, give or take.?.Thank you in advance.
I think most took about 5-7 hours, but we were never in much of a rush and left plenty of time to enjoy the views. Have a great time in May!
can share the route map?
Sure, take a look here: connect.garmin.com/modern/course/104616182
4 months for delivery ? WoW !
Good decision not to cross that glacier. I came back from gare de glaciers across it a couple of weeks ago and the descent of the lateral moraine was super sketchy. The path drops down below the glacier and then climbs back up on the lateral moraine. Great video though.
Glad you enjoyed the video, thanks for the comment, great to hear your experience too.
I found the same one and I love it . I have caprice as well. They working like Swiss watches … ❤
Great to hear, they are lovely bikes
Gorgeous shots folks, beautifully edited and composed video!
Thank you very much, glad you enjoyed it!
this video makes me miss the queen
Forever in our hearts. And garages.
Nice review, good to see it in detail. Weighing up between the Rad Runner 2 and the Plus.
Is that a small frame? Great video thanks for the upload😎
No, I think a medium. Although I'm not especially tall, I don't think it would take anyone much taller than me.
Wow, that had some seat stem sticking out 🤔😉
Where did you start the hike? Parking wise :)
Well, we used the excellent free Chamonix buses to get to Les Bossons, but there is actually some parking at the base of the chairlift which isn't too busy outside of the peak season.
Hi how long did it take you round trip ? Love that last water dip 🤣
We spent a total of 6hrs 30 mins doing this one. It was a first hike of the week, so it felt like hard work!
Col de Balme, always windy! I went there from the croix de Fer coming from Vallorcine 15 days ago. Few clouds in the valley, I had no visibility, windy and raining weather on top. Nice to see the view I was supposed to get ;)
Yeah it's a nice view! At least you didn't get blasted with hail I guess!
Do you have a map of the route you did by any chance? :) And also total distance?
Yes! You can see all of that info here: connect.garmin.com/modern/activity/9029122983
Amazing presentation and videos. Thanks a lot
Thanks, glad you enjoyed it
Wow, Hello my friend.. All the best to your channel and hope you have a wonderful day !!!
😁 It's Mer de Glace : Sea of Ice, not mother of Ice.
Thank you, you are correct and I will try to update the title!
Nice Video - when is June was this? Early June?
I think we did this on 14th June. Glad you enjoyed, it!
I have one , very young with stamps.
Thanks for posting this vid! We are going on a hike this August with a group of friends. This was very informative and gave me an idea of the terrain. 🙏🏻
Glad you enjoyed it! I have two more to edit and add, hopefully I'll be able to upload them soon. Have a great trip!
@@BikeFlips subscribed. will look forward to it! Thanks!
Hello, cool video ! I started to edit some hike (french alps) video recently if you are interested. Maybe you could find some good spots :)
Thanks, I'll have a look, and hopefully be back in France again soon! Sorry for my bad pronunciations!
Very nice chanel! So, tell us, whats the best chamonix hike? Greatings from Brazil!
I have two more videos to add to this series, but I haven't finished editing them just yet. The best hike we did that week? Maybe the one in this video, despite the bad weather! It has lots of variety. La Jonction is also really good, but Grand Balcon Sud was the best for wildlife.
Amazing series, thanks so much for sharing!
nice hiking video
Thanks for the kind words
@@BikeFlips 👍