As a beginner rider with a limited amount of friends riding, I can't thank you enough for putting videos like this up there. Getting ready for my first long solo tour next summer, soaking videos like this up until then. There is so much from maintenance on tour, to small stuff like good routines to do before rolling off every morning that just gets lost as it's probably considered too basic to share for most experienced riders.
You have no idea how happy I am that someone like yourself has found something useful about this video. Ultimately I always hope our videos will assist or even inspire someone to give it a go and ultimately get more people into the dark art of motorcycle camping. If you have any questions, no matter how trivial please get in touch. We always respond to every comment. In the meantime enjoy the festive season. Thanks for taking the time to comment, it’s appreciated. Stay safe and keep riding 👍🏼
Thanks for your support over the years. We’re glad you enjoyed the video, it’s really only the feedback that keeps us motivated to make more videos. Have a great Christmas & keep riding👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
Hahaha, well I believe you should never take yourself too seriously, there are enough people doing that already! For a pretty spontaneous, end of season ride out it turned out to be a good laugh. Unfortunately I didn’t capture Jason nearly face planting into his tent at the end of the night! As always thanks for your support. Have a great time over the festive season and most of all keep riding 👍🏼
Great to hear you are planning another tour next year guys 👍. While i agree that light is good i am now reaching the age where comfort is taking primacy... currently looking to ditch the smaller tents for something i can stand up in and has space to cook in when the weather turns.... but finding the perfect tent is like searching for the holy grail 😂🇬🇧
For those exact reasons, age, comfort & standing up I’ll be exclusively using a hammock (& tarp) next year. I’ve always slept way better in a hammock. I think it’s more comfortable, but for all its advantages it has heaps of disadvantages. Either way it should be entertaining. 👍🏼
I think the little tents are great if you are going ultralight, and I mean proper ultralight, and doing the TET etc and the weather is good, but as soon as it rains then they become a bit of a nightmare when you have wet thru jackets/trousers/boots/gloves etc and you trying to dry them out ready for the next day. Weight is paramount and light is right, but the setup has to work and in the UK you are more than likely to have some rain 👍
I totally agree. I have had lots of people comment saying I'm carrying the wrong kit, I need to go lighter etc, etc. Like you mentioned it depends where you are, the time of year, the likely climate you may encounter on route, which may change dramatically depending on your destination. The list goes on. We are once again hitting Scandinavia next year and I'm going to mix it up a bit by taking a hammock and tarp. As you know it has many advantages over a tent, and just as many disadvantages but in an environment such as Scandinavia I think it has more positives...but it could all end in disaster, time will tell. I believe you can be very comfortable camping with a relative lightweight set up but as you wisely said "It has to work". Have a great time over the festive season and thanks for the comment. Stay safe and keep on riding.
Everyone’s idea of essentials is different- and if it was me, I’d leave all the Helinox stuff behind. My bag goes down to 0 degrees Celsius and is a third of the size😉 I use a liner for an extra 5 degrees if it’s needed. My new tent will be a Durston XMid 2, which packs down really small, or will be a Mont Hibernator Bivy, plus tarp, both will be around 1kg. The question for people is that “do you ride to camp? Or is camping just the necessary bit because you need to sleep?”
Your absolutely right. It is a very personal choice based on your personal limits, budget and what your willing to put with. I personally could not cope with a sleeping bag that has a limit of 0 degrees (with or without a liner) at least not for the areas we ride in. Our camping season stretches pretty much over 3 seasons. Admittedly it would pack super small it just wouldn’t cut it in our environment. Personally I’m happy with my 10kg luggage weight. I’ve used multiple lightweight sleeping pads, all have punctured over the years, so I’m happy to increase a few pounds knowing the kit won’t let me down in the field. Unless your spending over 12 hours a day in the saddle then your spending the majority of your time in camp and as such I don’t see it so clearly as “ride to camp or camp to ride” it’s whatever works for you. It my case one facilitates the other in equal amounts. Thank you so much for taking the time to comment and share your thoughts. It’s very much appreciated. Stay safe and keep riding 👍🏼🎄
Not sure about having your face hovering to one side of the shot.... bit bloody weird that one.... very disconcerting. 🤣 Nice overnighter. We did something similar at the end of the summer, that will eventually end up on Nightcrawlers channel, brilliant fun to do with a couple of mates. Love Gav's bike.... not that I am biased in any way shape of form. 10 kgs eh? Impressive, I think my Woolworths inflatable lilo weighs about that much.
Hahaha. Regarding the “face on side shot” well that was me just experimenting with some new software. I agree with you it’s all a bit “gimmicky” but as I was editing a mate said “that looks cool” so I left in against my better judgement. I’m glad you mentioned it as I was hoping it would stir a response either positive or negative and I can always rely on honest opinion from long term subscriber! I won’t be doing it again. Looking forward to that Nightcrawler episode, just finished the last episode from Leigh’s latest adventure, very, very entertaining. Anyway before I forget, have a great Christmas and a safe New year Neil. All the best. Steve & Team Green String👍🏼
@@GreenString I got to say the first floating head shot did get a reaction from me. 🤔 Leigh is flat out with work, so a bit behind with his videos. But it's great to have him active on 'The Toob' again. Have a great Christmas Steve and let's hope 2025 is kind to us all.
I've got my first trip next year. First to the Picos and Pyrenees (but B&B), and the following month Belgium, Germany, Austria and Switzerland (under canvas). I'll report back with my kit weight, but will be adding a few bin bags as I'm expecting the job 😂
Hahaha, sounds great. This is the time of the year when European bikers, get their maps out, start planning, work out finances, buy kit and wait patiently for the end of winter. Bring on 2025!👍🏼
@@iainrutherford184Mate, that’s half the fun. I’ve a bloody spread sheet with routes and times for what’s possible. Next year it’s getting to Kössen for some paragliding, only question is if to go through Poland and the Czech Republic or straight through Germany. More flying or more riding, that’s the only question.
@903lew Kössen is stunning, I’m jealous. No contest on your route choice though, go via Poland & Czech Republic. Sounds like your in for an amazing 2025! Stay safe & keep riding👍🏼
I had a Schuberth helmet for a couple of years…but I think my head was was not a standard EU shape! Went back to my old favourite Arai. I just need to remember my sunglasses in the future…oh and Loctite! Thanks for taking the time to comment, it’s appreciated. Stay safe and keep riding 👍🏼
@ I have treated myself today… Shoei Neotech 3. She fits a treat. I also have the BMW GS Pure which has been great ( basically an Airoh Commander ) Comes with the pop down sun visor too. Very light helmet.
Never had a Shoei. I’ve heard the Neotech is a bit of a classic in the biking community. Let me know how you get on with it, it may be my next helmet after this one self destructs.
As a beginner rider with a limited amount of friends riding, I can't thank you enough for putting videos like this up there.
Getting ready for my first long solo tour next summer, soaking videos like this up until then.
There is so much from maintenance on tour, to small stuff like good routines to do before rolling off every morning that just gets lost as it's probably considered too basic to share for most experienced riders.
You have no idea how happy I am that someone like yourself has found something useful about this video. Ultimately I always hope our videos will assist or even inspire someone to give it a go and ultimately get more people into the dark art of motorcycle camping. If you have any questions, no matter how trivial please get in touch. We always respond to every comment. In the meantime enjoy the festive season. Thanks for taking the time to comment, it’s appreciated. Stay safe and keep riding 👍🏼
22 minutes with you on tour. Perfect end to the evening.
Good humor and of course good night Jason... and Gavin😂 Thank you and stay safe!
Thanks for your support over the years. We’re glad you enjoyed the video, it’s really only the feedback that keeps us motivated to make more videos. Have a great Christmas & keep riding👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
When 2 becomes 3!!! Great video as always buddy. Not a biker but still love watching them
Technically Mark, you are a biker😁👍🏻
@GreenString a scooter which tops out at 55kph going 2km down the road to work does not make me a biker lol
@@MarkBarton-d7y Well that’s how I started
Love watching your videos, they are the most true to life motorbike videos on RUclips👌 the piss taking especially 😂
Hahaha, well I believe you should never take yourself too seriously, there are enough people doing that already! For a pretty spontaneous, end of season ride out it turned out to be a good laugh. Unfortunately I didn’t capture Jason nearly face planting into his tent at the end of the night! As always thanks for your support. Have a great time over the festive season and most of all keep riding 👍🏼
Great to hear you are planning another tour next year guys 👍. While i agree that light is good i am now reaching the age where comfort is taking primacy... currently looking to ditch the smaller tents for something i can stand up in and has space to cook in when the weather turns.... but finding the perfect tent is like searching for the holy grail 😂🇬🇧
For those exact reasons, age, comfort & standing up I’ll be exclusively using a hammock (& tarp) next year. I’ve always slept way better in a hammock. I think it’s more comfortable, but for all its advantages it has heaps of disadvantages. Either way it should be entertaining. 👍🏼
I think the little tents are great if you are going ultralight, and I mean proper ultralight, and doing the TET etc and the weather is good, but as soon as it rains then they become a bit of a nightmare when you have wet thru jackets/trousers/boots/gloves etc and you trying to dry them out ready for the next day. Weight is paramount and light is right, but the setup has to work and in the UK you are more than likely to have some rain 👍
I totally agree. I have had lots of people comment saying I'm carrying the wrong kit, I need to go lighter etc, etc. Like you mentioned it depends where you are, the time of year, the likely climate you may encounter on route, which may change dramatically depending on your destination. The list goes on. We are once again hitting Scandinavia next year and I'm going to mix it up a bit by taking a hammock and tarp. As you know it has many advantages over a tent, and just as many disadvantages but in an environment such as Scandinavia I think it has more positives...but it could all end in disaster, time will tell. I believe you can be very comfortable camping with a relative lightweight set up but as you wisely said "It has to work". Have a great time over the festive season and thanks for the comment. Stay safe and keep on riding.
Everyone’s idea of essentials is different- and if it was me, I’d leave all the Helinox stuff behind. My bag goes down to 0 degrees Celsius and is a third of the size😉 I use a liner for an extra 5 degrees if it’s needed. My new tent will be a Durston XMid 2, which packs down really small, or will be a Mont Hibernator Bivy, plus tarp, both will be around 1kg. The question for people is that “do you ride to camp? Or is camping just the necessary bit because you need to sleep?”
Your absolutely right. It is a very personal choice based on your personal limits, budget and what your willing to put with. I personally could not cope with a sleeping bag that has a limit of 0 degrees (with or without a liner) at least not for the areas we ride in. Our camping season stretches pretty much over 3 seasons. Admittedly it would pack super small it just wouldn’t cut it in our environment. Personally I’m happy with my 10kg luggage weight. I’ve used multiple lightweight sleeping pads, all have punctured over the years, so I’m happy to increase a few pounds knowing the kit won’t let me down in the field. Unless your spending over 12 hours a day in the saddle then your spending the majority of your time in camp and as such I don’t see it so clearly as “ride to camp or camp to ride” it’s whatever works for you. It my case one facilitates the other in equal amounts. Thank you so much for taking the time to comment and share your thoughts. It’s very much appreciated. Stay safe and keep riding 👍🏼🎄
Much Enjoyment 👍😎
Thanks, much appreciated 😀👍🏼
Not sure about having your face hovering to one side of the shot.... bit bloody weird that one.... very disconcerting. 🤣 Nice overnighter. We did something similar at the end of the summer, that will eventually end up on Nightcrawlers channel, brilliant fun to do with a couple of mates. Love Gav's bike.... not that I am biased in any way shape of form. 10 kgs eh? Impressive, I think my Woolworths inflatable lilo weighs about that much.
Hahaha. Regarding the “face on side shot” well that was me just experimenting with some new software. I agree with you it’s all a bit “gimmicky” but as I was editing a mate said “that looks cool” so I left in against my better judgement. I’m glad you mentioned it as I was hoping it would stir a response either positive or negative and I can always rely on honest opinion from long term subscriber! I won’t be doing it again. Looking forward to that Nightcrawler episode, just finished the last episode from Leigh’s latest adventure, very, very entertaining. Anyway before I forget, have a great Christmas and a safe New year Neil. All the best. Steve & Team Green String👍🏼
@@GreenString I got to say the first floating head shot did get a reaction from me. 🤔 Leigh is flat out with work, so a bit behind with his videos. But it's great to have him active on 'The Toob' again. Have a great Christmas Steve and let's hope 2025 is kind to us all.
What time of year was the trip ?
I think it was the end of September, or the start of October this year.
Stand at ease, stand easy till the next one!
Cheers mate👍🏼👍🏼Have a great Christmas and keep on riding! Bring on 2025!
I've got my first trip next year. First to the Picos and Pyrenees (but B&B), and the following month Belgium, Germany, Austria and Switzerland (under canvas). I'll report back with my kit weight, but will be adding a few bin bags as I'm expecting the job 😂
Hahaha, sounds great. This is the time of the year when European bikers, get their maps out, start planning, work out finances, buy kit and wait patiently for the end of winter. Bring on 2025!👍🏼
@GreenString nobody mentioned planning or finances 🤣
@@iainrutherford184Mate, that’s half the fun. I’ve a bloody spread sheet with routes and times for what’s possible. Next year it’s getting to Kössen for some paragliding, only question is if to go through Poland and the Czech Republic or straight through Germany. More flying or more riding, that’s the only question.
@903lew Kössen is stunning, I’m jealous. No contest on your route choice though, go via Poland & Czech Republic. Sounds like your in for an amazing 2025! Stay safe & keep riding👍🏼
@903lew awesome route. I'd be tempted to ride 😉
My pro tip is a get a lid with a drop down sun visor ! And loctite for your camera ;)
Thanks for your helpful hints !
I had a Schuberth helmet for a couple of years…but I think my head was was not a standard EU shape! Went back to my old favourite Arai. I just need to remember my sunglasses in the future…oh and Loctite! Thanks for taking the time to comment, it’s appreciated. Stay safe and keep riding 👍🏼
@ I have treated myself today… Shoei Neotech 3. She fits a treat.
I also have the BMW GS Pure which has been great ( basically an Airoh Commander ) Comes with the pop down sun visor too. Very light helmet.
Never had a Shoei. I’ve heard the Neotech is a bit of a classic in the biking community. Let me know how you get on with it, it may be my next helmet after this one self destructs.