Awesome, will be watching your journey. Please show as much scenery possible and things you see along the way. Wonder why you don't have a backpacking stove? Instant rice, noodles, beans etc. Stay safe and healthy!
Thought I could get away with just eating gas station food, but I was wrong. Should of brought a stove. This was my first bikepacking trip so it defiantly was a learning experience. Thanks for joining me on my adventure!
Really enjoyed watching the start of this amazing journey! I would be interested in hearing about your bike, equipment choices, and your thoughts on what’s worked and what changes you would make thus far. Liked and subscribed!
Awesome bro. Your such a chill guy. I'm going to enjoy your adventure, you're very inspiring. I m working on trying to do the same thing but it'll be a handyman bikepacking. I will try to do work along the way and meet interesting people as i journey through life. I'm turning 57. Got to get on it lol.
awesome your stepping out of the regular cycle, so many different things out there. Great video of the canuck land part. kind of old life area for myself. Will try to keep up with your channel. Good health to you.
Back in the day, I rode the GDMBR and used my regular touring setup- mtn bike, front and rear panniers and slick road tires. If you're considering this trip, I'd recommend starting in Jasper so you can include the Icefields parkway (a mostly road ride) as well. It is a beautiful start to the actual off-road route. The Canadian Rockies are spectacular.
Just started watching this. Fantastic. I can hopefully stop working this year amd this is near the top of my list. Live in the u.k. so would be a breat trip. Been to Banff a few times and love it out there. Safe trip. Sheffield England.
Amazing journey bro, OMG that bear!! 😮🧸I enjoyed a lot this episode, i guess i am lucky to watch the first episode! Right now I am training for a trip like yours but in my country México, i guess that´s why the RUclips algorithm recommend me your video jeje, good luck bro, stay safe and eat fruits! Saludos desde Guadalajara, México!
The cheapest place in Banff is the Hostelling International Alpine Centre. I stayed one night last September on my 12 day cycling trip and it was one of the best hostels I've ever been to. I bought a YHA lifetime membership back in 1986 and have stayed at hostels in at least 15 countries.
Going to follow along. Did the divide a few years ago but on my adventure bike. You will get to see some amazing things along the way. My only question. Do you have actual shoes? 😬
Just subscribed…would love to do this trip…look forward to the journey…your legs will get stronger just like people get “trail legs” while through hiking…I bet an air horn would scare off any wildlife…glad you have bear spray…
Awesome start . I'm planning on doing this trip in 2026 or at least part of it . I was wondering , do you not have a stove ? I would need to have hot coffee in the mornings .
I recommend the snow peak giga power stove with the built in igniter. Used it on a biking trip in 2014 and it was the best stove I've ever owned. Lost mine and will repurchase.
@ ok, I just started cycling again after 44 years off , two months ago. Everything is so different now than 1980 and before. Yes, tubeless I think is way better. Very cool vids. I think you had a fantastic attitude. Much respect
@@MetalTeamster A lot of people carry a spare TPU (thinner and lighter) tube while going tubeless. That will be my go to methodology as a gravel bike commuter this year. I want to do this trail in the future. Looks amazing!!
@@samueljlarson I cycle with the owner of the shop I bought my bike from, and he suggested carrying spare tube, tire lever and a dynaplug, which I do. Great way to cover all bases
Great video just subbed .. question i dont understand your on a world tour but you say you have to get to a town so you can you eat A real meal .. are you not planing to cook meals while on a round tour and just live of junk ??????
Thanks for the sub! My world travels will not always involve a bike. Doing the GDMBR has been on my bucket list for a while now so I decide to do this first. I do regret not bringing a cooking system with me. This was my first bikepacking adventure so it was defiantly a learning experience.
I am interested in why you chose the shoes you are wearing on this bike journey? Looks like sandals. The weather looks like you get cold feet. How did they work out?
Those sandals were made for outdoor activity. They are called Bedrock Sandals. They held up pretty well. I've also sometimes use them to go hiking. I did carry a pair of shoes with me, but I just got used to the sandals so just stuck with them. I also carried a pair of socks that were made for these sandals and wore them when it got cold. I had a lot people question my shoe choice along the way, but it worked out for me.
Good luck on your journey. If you're wondering why you're so tired going up hills, I'd look at the food you're eating on the trail. Eating junk food just doesn't cut it. Carbs, fat, protein and electrolytes and lots of water.
Oh man do I get Iohan Gueorguiev vibes from this!! Great stuff!
Awesome, will be watching your journey. Please show as much scenery possible and things you see along the way. Wonder why you don't have a backpacking stove? Instant rice, noodles, beans etc. Stay safe and healthy!
Thought I could get away with just eating gas station food, but I was wrong. Should of brought a stove. This was my first bikepacking trip so it defiantly was a learning experience. Thanks for joining me on my adventure!
Really enjoyed watching the start of this amazing journey! I would be interested in hearing about your bike, equipment choices, and your thoughts on what’s worked and what changes you would make thus far. Liked and subscribed!
This so extraordinary. Glad to catch episode 1. Good luck on your world class adventure! We will stay tuned!
Much appreciated!
What an adventure! Very cool sir and look forward to seeing more.
Thanks for watching! Hope you enjoy the rest of the series
Awesome bro. Your such a chill guy. I'm going to enjoy your adventure, you're very inspiring. I m working on trying to do the same thing but it'll be a handyman bikepacking. I will try to do work along the way and meet interesting people as i journey through life. I'm turning 57. Got to get on it lol.
Hope your dreams of adventure become reality soon!
awesome your stepping out of the regular cycle, so many different things out there. Great video of the canuck land part. kind of old life area for myself. Will try to keep up with your channel. Good health to you.
awesome video, great adventure and can't wait to see the rest of the journey!
Great video I look forward to following your journey.
Thanks for watching and tuning in!
Great video! I think I hike-a-biked that same section. Looking forward to seeing the rest of the series.
Good luck with your journey. Lovely video which I know is a lot of work!
Thank you so much!
Back in the day, I rode the GDMBR and used my regular touring setup- mtn bike, front and rear panniers and slick road tires. If you're considering this trip, I'd recommend starting in Jasper so you can include the Icefields parkway (a mostly road ride) as well. It is a beautiful start to the actual off-road route. The Canadian Rockies are spectacular.
I would say Canada was my favorite section of the trail
Really enjoyed this. Liked and subscribed 👍
Can't wait to follow more of your adventures!
Thanks for tuning in!
Nice to meet you along your journey. Looking forward to seeing more videos -)
Nice meeting you as well :)
Enjoyed your video very much! I'll be following you on your trip. 😊 Have a safe and trouble free journey with many happy miles!
Just started watching this. Fantastic. I can hopefully stop working this year amd this is near the top of my list. Live in the u.k. so would be a breat trip. Been to Banff a few times and love it out there. Safe trip. Sheffield England.
Riding the GDMBR has been the most challenging, but most rewarding thing I've done in my life. Make it happen buddy!
Great start! Good luck and keep us posted.
Amazing journey bro, OMG that bear!! 😮🧸I enjoyed a lot this episode, i guess i am lucky to watch the first episode! Right now I am training for a trip like yours but in my country México, i guess that´s why the RUclips algorithm recommend me your video jeje, good luck bro, stay safe and eat fruits! Saludos desde Guadalajara, México!
Thanks buddy. Good luck on your trip!
Good luck on the trip….. looking forward to following…. 🙏🏽
Like your first episode! Funny that I found the video, I just purchased the same bike you have for bike packing! Subscribed!
Thanks for subscribing and good choice on getting the Trek 1120!
The cheapest place in Banff is the Hostelling International Alpine Centre. I stayed one night last September on my 12 day cycling trip and it was one of the best hostels I've ever been to. I bought a YHA lifetime membership back in 1986 and have stayed at hostels in at least 15 countries.
Great video. Keep going
Just found your videos. Enjoying so far. Your 2nd night you could have hung your food from the middle of that bridge behind you instead of the tree.
That would of been a good place to keep it, but just wrapping it around the tree worked good
I’ve watched couple others guys vids of route. Look forward to yours . Planning to do in ‘26
Thanks! And good luck on your own ride in the future
Good luck with your trip.. Cheers from Indonesia 👍
Following you... All the best buddy.
Going to follow along. Did the divide a few years ago but on my adventure bike. You will get to see some amazing things along the way. My only question. Do you have actual shoes? 😬
I had a pair of shoes in my dry bag, but never ended up wearing them. I had a lot people ask me that same question during my ride haha
best of luck on your journey just Subbed you
Thanks Frank!
Loved watching it. I hope to do that route soon, when did you ride it?
I started in early August 2024. Talking with other people along the way it seems that most start in early July
Just subscribed…would love to do this trip…look forward to the journey…your legs will get stronger just like people get “trail legs” while through hiking…I bet an air horn would scare off any wildlife…glad you have bear spray…
Thanks for subscribing and tuning in to my adventure!
Great first episode Just wondering what day in week you were in Elkford .
I was there on a Thursday in early August
Awesome start . I'm planning on doing this trip in 2026 or at least part of it . I was wondering , do you not have a stove ? I would need to have hot coffee in the mornings .
Not a coffee drinker, but I should of brought a stove. One of the mistakes I made on the trip.
I recommend the snow peak giga power stove with the built in igniter. Used it on a biking trip in 2014 and it was the best stove I've ever owned. Lost mine and will repurchase.
nice gonna follow you.
Cool vid, gonna watch more of this. What kind of bike were you on? What tires? Tubeless/ non tubeless?
Trek 1120. 29ers. I didn't go tubeless, but defiantly should of. A few episodes from now you will see my regret in not going tubeless.
@ ok, I just started cycling again after 44 years off , two months ago. Everything is so different now than 1980 and before. Yes, tubeless I think is way better. Very cool vids. I think you had a fantastic attitude. Much respect
@@MetalTeamster A lot of people carry a spare TPU (thinner and lighter) tube while going tubeless. That will be my go to methodology as a gravel bike commuter this year. I want to do this trail in the future. Looks amazing!!
@@samueljlarson I cycle with the owner of the shop I bought my bike from, and he suggested carrying spare tube, tire lever and a dynaplug, which I do. Great way to cover all bases
liked and subscribed.
ciao
Ummm.... Am I the only one who noticed the spider run up his shirt into his collar at 23:22?
Great video just subbed .. question i dont understand your on a world tour but you say you have to get to a town so you can you eat A real meal .. are you not planing to cook meals while on a round tour and just live of junk ??????
Thanks for the sub! My world travels will not always involve a bike. Doing the GDMBR has been on my bucket list for a while now so I decide to do this first. I do regret not bringing a cooking system with me. This was my first bikepacking adventure so it was defiantly a learning experience.
I am interested in why you chose the shoes you are wearing on this bike journey? Looks like sandals. The weather looks like you get cold feet. How did they work out?
Those sandals were made for outdoor activity. They are called Bedrock Sandals. They held up pretty well. I've also sometimes use them to go hiking. I did carry a pair of shoes with me, but I just got used to the sandals so just stuck with them. I also carried a pair of socks that were made for these sandals and wore them when it got cold. I had a lot people question my shoe choice along the way, but it worked out for me.
Jonny, when do you start ??? January ? In Flip Flops ? I don't think so ..... ;-)
I started in early August. I had many people question my footwear choice along the way haha
What is that rear rack you are using?
My bike is a Trek 1120. The front and rear rack were designed for this specific bike. Not sure if they will work on other types of bikes
What time of the year is this. Currently -5 F here.
August 2024
Good luck on your journey. If you're wondering why you're so tired going up hills, I'd look at the food you're eating on the trail. Eating junk food just doesn't cut it. Carbs, fat, protein and electrolytes and lots of water.
You are 100% correct on my food situation. This was my first bikepacking adventure so it defiantly was a learning experience.
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What month is this?
I started in early August