Awesome video, my worst day on the divide was also crossing stream, and I hope it stays that day. Great to reconnect in Helena. Keep getting these videos out, they are great!
Good video. Those forest service roads as we call them in BC (FSR) can be steep as hell and that one you were on was crazy with lots of chunky rock. If you were worried about bears that climb would have taken the bears off your mind. If a Grizzly popped out you would scream f@#k off and it would bolt.
Hey Alex-- Tim and I are really enjoying your videos. Such amazing scenery. Such hardships! Cool to hear about places that are so welcoming to bikers. Keep the images coming! Aunt Liz
I started August 15th, which is pretty much what bikepacking.com recommends. It worked out perfectly. I missed the snow in Colorado, and it wasn't too hot in New Mexico.
Hi, 1. When did you start at Prudhoe bay? 2. How many days did it take to reach Banff GDMBR trailhead? I’m your new subscriber from Manila, Philippines :-)
I started June 21st (the summer solstice) in Prudhoe Bay. I got to Banff on August 11th, so 52 days. During that time, I took 7 rest days, so 45 days of riding total.
@@Crankingit, thank you sir. I did the TransAmerica trail last 2016 (age 51) and I plan to do the Great Divide but I am considering to start at Prudhoe Bay. I was concerned with the timing of the weather in Montana and Colorado and of course in Prudhoe Bay. Thank you for taking the time to respond 🙂
Incredible, you’re absolutely crushing it man! What’s your timeline for getting to Central America? I’m shooting to be in Panama by June on the boat but might make it sooner
I may be there around then or a little earlier. It would be incredible if we were able to meet up. Are you going to Colombia? You think you could give me a ride around the Darien Gap?
@@Crankingit I’ll be hitting Columbia before Panama (westbound from the eastern Caribbean) but if the timing works out I’m sure we could arrange it👍 it’d be a .5-1 day sail from San Blas area to Columbia maybe a little more depending on where exactly you’re going
my pickup's have been really durable, sucks that happened! One question, how do they handle off road? I've only ridden them on pavement, and very small patched of gravel.
I haven't had any problems with the handling, but maybe I'm just used to them now. I'm about halfway through the Great Divide, and there have only been a few short, steep sections where knobby tires would have been better.
@@Crankingit thats good to know, I don’t plan on riding much off-road, but knowing that these can still work fine off-road is nice. Yea its hard to find the perfect tire for what you’re doing. Going from gravel to pavement, to what ever that climb was you did on this video. That was hardcore!
Do you remember where the hut you stayed in was or what it was called after the Crossing Creek section near Elkford on the GDMBR? I'm thinking about exploring the route. Thx
I think it's called Koko Claims. It is located at 50.085589, -115.02951. Amazing that you would want to explore it after seeing the video. It's probably not as bad with a lighter bike, but still... good luck!
Your tire tread is why you were getting a lot of flats; You needed tire tread for hard packed dirt trails...similar to bike tires for Mountain Biking. You were riding on street commuter tires :(. They have zip on tire treads that fit on the surface of your current using tire for those who simply need temporary tire tread change.
Awesome video, my worst day on the divide was also crossing stream, and I hope it stays that day. Great to reconnect in Helena. Keep getting these videos out, they are great!
Same, though I just had a mud day that came close. Thank you for sharing the footage, I look forward to seeing your video!
Enthusiastic greetings from The Special Territory of Yogyakarta, Indonesia Mr Crankin' It. Happy pedalling.
Wow, thank you! I would love to visit Indonesia someday. How is the cycling out there?
Perfect.
Good video. Those forest service roads as we call them in BC (FSR) can be steep as hell and that one you were on was crazy with lots of chunky rock. If you were worried about bears that climb would have taken the bears off your mind. If a Grizzly popped out you would scream f@#k off and it would bolt.
Hey Alex-- Tim and I are really enjoying your videos. Such amazing scenery. Such hardships! Cool to hear about places that are so welcoming to bikers. Keep the images coming!
Aunt Liz
Thank you! The rest of Montana has continued to be tough but beautiful as well. I'm glad you're enjoying the series so far!
Great video! This is the section of the GDMBR I want to ride next year! 😊
At what date did you start in Banff?
I started August 15th, which is pretty much what bikepacking.com recommends. It worked out perfectly. I missed the snow in Colorado, and it wasn't too hot in New Mexico.
Awesome video Alex. The push on those rocks looked beyond brutal. 5 hours … you’re a beast.💪👏
Im on board.
Great Video!
Chapeau
Awesome Alex, Can't believe you're well into Montana now!
Over my thousands of mile riding a bike, at least 80% have been on the rear tire.
Same! I figure it must be the extra weight.
Hi,
1. When did you start at Prudhoe bay?
2. How many days did it take to reach Banff GDMBR trailhead?
I’m your new subscriber from Manila, Philippines :-)
I started June 21st (the summer solstice) in Prudhoe Bay. I got to Banff on August 11th, so 52 days. During that time, I took 7 rest days, so 45 days of riding total.
@@Crankingit, thank you sir.
I did the TransAmerica trail last 2016 (age 51) and I plan to do the Great Divide but I am considering to start at Prudhoe Bay. I was concerned with the timing of the weather in Montana and Colorado and of course in Prudhoe Bay.
Thank you for taking the time to respond 🙂
Incredible, you’re absolutely crushing it man! What’s your timeline for getting to Central America? I’m shooting to be in Panama by June on the boat but might make it sooner
Would be great to run into you again!
I may be there around then or a little earlier. It would be incredible if we were able to meet up. Are you going to Colombia? You think you could give me a ride around the Darien Gap?
@@Crankingit I’ll be hitting Columbia before Panama (westbound from the eastern Caribbean) but if the timing works out I’m sure we could arrange it👍 it’d be a .5-1 day sail from San Blas area to Columbia maybe a little more depending on where exactly you’re going
my pickup's have been really durable, sucks that happened! One question, how do they handle off road? I've only ridden them on pavement, and very small patched of gravel.
I haven't had any problems with the handling, but maybe I'm just used to them now. I'm about halfway through the Great Divide, and there have only been a few short, steep sections where knobby tires would have been better.
@@Crankingit thats good to know, I don’t plan on riding much off-road, but knowing that these can still work fine off-road is nice. Yea its hard to find the perfect tire for what you’re doing. Going from gravel to pavement, to what ever that climb was you did on this video. That was hardcore!
Do you remember where the hut you stayed in was or what it was called after the Crossing Creek section near Elkford on the GDMBR? I'm thinking about exploring the route. Thx
I think it's called Koko Claims. It is located at 50.085589, -115.02951. Amazing that you would want to explore it after seeing the video. It's probably not as bad with a lighter bike, but still... good luck!
Your tire tread is why you were getting a lot of flats; You needed tire tread for hard packed dirt trails...similar to bike tires for Mountain Biking. You were riding on street commuter tires :(. They have zip on tire treads that fit on the surface of your current using tire for those who simply need temporary tire tread change.
Thank you for the suggestion!
How long do you think it will take you until you've reached your final destination?
I figure it'll take about a year and a half in total so that I can end the trip in Patagonian summer.
I guess you have been inspired by Iohan The Bikewanderer!?
Totally! He was an inspiration both in terms of his style of travel as well as his filmmaking. Both were incredible.
why u guys wouldnt stick together is beyond me. bunch of friends you are.
On long distance rides like the GDMBR, people are always leap-frogging. In this video, we had only just met.
Please wear a high viz vest.