Living only 60km's from the Ardennes Arbalete trail...i'm probably just a little bit biased. Thanks for adding it to the list, the southern part of our tiny country has a lot to offer when it comes to bikepacking. And for those who won't stay for the trails...our beers are so good they're on the Unesco cultural heritage list.
Even as an American, I was glad to see all of the international routes. But this got me thinking, there might be a cool series in here if you did it by region: too three in the southeast, west coast, British isles, Pacific Northwest, etc.
I did the ardenne arbalette this late august beginning of september, around the F1 in Spa weekend, so I had lots of rain and some dry spels, especially the last day. I found the southern part perticularly very nice, with hard climbs and steep wet boulder decents, the best part. the northern part, and start of the route, takes you on a very nice 15Km bikepath where you can get used to your packed rig. I did this route instead of the Vosges route through to the Netherlands due to the Covid-conditions at the time.
I've ridden the Cambrian way in Wales. It is beautiful and rideable in 2-3 days , Knighton- Aberdovey station and back to knighton (for me ) Faster for many, and 3-5 days taking it easy for both ways. My only disappointment was arriving at Aberdovey station hungry and out of water and desperate for a coffee, only to find there was no cafe there! The next one may be the Highland Trail. Good routes and lots of helpful advice for bikepackers , both new, and experienced
Thanks for the inspiration! I found myself in the UK and had a few extra days. I did the middle loop of the highland 550 and it was nothing short of spectacular. Lots of rain, very remote and many magnificent views. I’ll have to come back for the full route.
Great inspirational presentation, but the phenomenal thing about bikes is that they can be used virtually anywhere and to the level of the user. One of the greatest inventions ever. keep up the good work.
Thanks Neal for doing the video. I have been biking for the last 30 years and just starting bike packing the last 2 years. I have done the Katy trail, Section 1 of the Great Divide and the Huracan 300. I just joined the Bike-backing Collective and hope to add the Katy Trail in Missouri.
Nice to see the Trans Cambrian Way on this list. I live in Wales and have been slowly building my confidence bikepacking. Will have to give it a go soon 🙂
Thanks for the video. I’m from Australia and the Tassie Trail is extremely challenging yet amazing. One of the best trails in Australia. Thanks for your content 🙏🏽
I am looking to do Asiago (as I am living abroad in Italy) and I want some Vermont rides. So the VTXL and the Green Mountain Gravel Growler. I am new to gravel riding but I had a wonderful experience of riding the Rooted Vermont race back in July. Thanks for this video!
Well that added two trails to my list that I want to do and the site one more. I was surprised the Katy Trail wasn't on the site though. Looks like I have motivation to get the trail done and try a submission to the list.
I rode the Katy last summer and really enjoyed it. That said, do try to avoid the hottest part of the year and watch out for biting flies in certain sections.
i love the look of the BC trail and the Colorado trail. i am hoping to start the Bc and ride on to the GDMBR until i reach Colorado. rest for a while in time for the Colorado trail race. but first i must conquer the all-new EDT... epic trail it looks. and i will be basically riding home from St Johns to Florida. thats why i want to do it first
This was great. so glad to see TWO BC routes. I can't wait to do the N. Vancouver Island route in the Spring. I wanted to do it NOW, but you know, weather! I moved to Vancouver Island partly to ride all the back roads. As a Vancouver Rando I already rode all the mainland BC routes including into Alberta all three ways. The Crowsnest route (BC Rte 3) paralleling your Fraser Valley - Fernie route really sucks (climbs, heat) so I am tempted to try that - after I get in shape. I guess you could always bail and cut over the the Crowsnest if necessary!
That Euro Divide route looks interesting. 7000k is just the distance across Canada which is probably tougher. Europe is more interesting! I cycled the length of the LF1 route four times and also around Turkey. Always meant to do the rest of Western Europe. And my French and Spanish aren't too bad.
Andy Cox work on the European Divide Trail is nothing short of outstanding. Maybe there will be a FTK effort by someone. I would like to think it’s me (lol).
Interesting to note that two of these routes are in my backyard and already on my list. But the other routes all have their appeal. Too many trails, too little time.
@@alumenyame8351 we put bigger tires and gears on our classic touring rigs, but that was not enough. Too much weight, too little traction, too little experience riding tails I guess. Also some of the smaller trails were quite overgrown in the summer. After one day we took official bike routes that were amazing (and on asphalt). Good luck and have fun!
I actually have, I did just the Colorado portion of the GDMBR back in 2017, that was really cool, just to do the state as its pretty easy and fun, but I might ride or race North-South next year. I wonder if it would bikepack well, not just race. Congrats to your lady!
It was my daughter, who in her young adult years, has become quite the endurance gravel cycling athlete & runner over the 14s elev there in Colo. So proud dad. I do gravel cycling on Oregon coast mtn range timber trails on my channel. Peace. Good work
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The Colorado Trail is absolutely a MUST DO! It's incredible.
i keep telling myself the same thing
I really appreciate the tire/bike recommendations. Really helps in planning routes.
Living only 60km's from the Ardennes Arbalete trail...i'm probably just a little bit biased. Thanks for adding it to the list, the southern part of our tiny country has a lot to offer when it comes to bikepacking. And for those who won't stay for the trails...our beers are so good they're on the Unesco cultural heritage list.
Even as an American, I was glad to see all of the international routes. But this got me thinking, there might be a cool series in here if you did it by region: too three in the southeast, west coast, British isles, Pacific Northwest, etc.
I did the ardenne arbalette this late august beginning of september, around the F1 in Spa weekend, so I had lots of rain and some dry spels, especially the last day. I found the southern part perticularly very nice, with hard climbs and steep wet boulder decents, the best part. the northern part, and start of the route, takes you on a very nice 15Km bikepath where you can get used to your packed rig. I did this route instead of the Vosges route through to the Netherlands due to the Covid-conditions at the time.
I've ridden the Cambrian way in Wales. It is beautiful and rideable in 2-3 days , Knighton- Aberdovey station and back to knighton (for me ) Faster for many, and 3-5 days taking it easy for both ways. My only disappointment was arriving at Aberdovey station hungry and out of water and desperate for a coffee, only to find there was no cafe there!
The next one may be the Highland Trail. Good routes and lots of helpful advice for bikepackers , both new, and experienced
Thanks for the inspiration! I found myself in the UK and had a few extra days. I did the middle loop of the highland 550 and it was nothing short of spectacular. Lots of rain, very remote and many magnificent views. I’ll have to come back for the full route.
Hands down one of my favs, glad you got to enjoy it!
Great inspirational presentation, but the phenomenal thing about bikes is that they can be used virtually anywhere and to the level of the user. One of the greatest inventions ever. keep up the good work.
Thanks Neal for doing the video. I have been biking for the last 30 years and just starting bike packing the last 2 years. I have done the Katy trail, Section 1 of the Great Divide and the Huracan 300. I just joined the Bike-backing Collective and hope to add the Katy Trail in Missouri.
Thanks so much for the support, John!
Love your routes thanks for inspiring us to get out there
These all look like awesome routes, thanks! And an early congrats on reaching 50K subs!!!
I have 11 days off in July im a 23 year old Triathelete and very excited for an adventure but no idea where to go! :D
I don’t even drink beer but yo..think imma start now 🤘🏼. Great job!
Nice to see the Trans Cambrian Way on this list. I live in Wales and have been slowly building my confidence bikepacking. Will have to give it a go soon 🙂
Try it in 4 days. A lot of bike packers who say they've done it in less have cut the course. I can tell just by seeing where they did go.
Thanks for the video. I’m from Australia and the Tassie Trail is extremely challenging yet amazing. One of the best trails in Australia. Thanks for your content 🙏🏽
Thanks for the large hit list. I will do what I can while I can. I do like the idea of bikes and beer so... Vermont first.
Great vid! Thanks for the inspiration, as always !
aye bonnie lad, i'll take the highlands, Scotland it is for me, but all the routes look EPIC! thanks
I am looking to do Asiago (as I am living abroad in Italy) and I want some Vermont rides. So the VTXL and the Green Mountain Gravel Growler. I am new to gravel riding but I had a wonderful experience of riding the Rooted Vermont race back in July.
Thanks for this video!
Hell yeah I enjoy your website and videos. Thank you
Love this topic. Great general info!
The Munda Biddi Trail in Western Australia would like a word
Well that added two trails to my list that I want to do and the site one more. I was surprised the Katy Trail wasn't on the site though. Looks like I have motivation to get the trail done and try a submission to the list.
I rode the Katy last summer and really enjoyed it. That said, do try to avoid the hottest part of the year and watch out for biting flies in certain sections.
Beautiful! Thanks a lot!
Haven’t had the opportunity to tackle any yet, the Appalachian Gravel Growler, is on my list for sure though!
i love the look of the BC trail and the Colorado trail. i am hoping to start the Bc and ride on to the GDMBR until i reach Colorado. rest for a while in time for the Colorado trail race. but first i must conquer the all-new EDT... epic trail it looks. and i will be basically riding home from St Johns to Florida. thats why i want to do it first
Great a discover new areas :)
This was great. so glad to see TWO BC routes. I can't wait to do the N. Vancouver Island route in the Spring. I wanted to do it NOW, but you know, weather! I moved to Vancouver Island partly to ride all the back roads. As a Vancouver Rando I already rode all the mainland BC routes including into Alberta all three ways. The Crowsnest route (BC Rte 3) paralleling your Fraser Valley - Fernie route really sucks (climbs, heat) so I am tempted to try that - after I get in shape. I guess you could always bail and cut over the the Crowsnest if necessary!
Iam looking forward to north Vancouver Island this spring as well might see you on the trails.
@@bikepacker1367 Maybe if you go in the opposite direction!
I am making a huuuuuggggeeee route in La Mancha (Spain)... At this time has around 850 kilometers but at the end will have around 4.000 - 5.000...
I want to do them all!! The breweries in VT... mmmmm
So good. Thank you.
That Euro Divide route looks interesting. 7000k is just the distance across Canada which is probably tougher. Europe is more interesting! I cycled the length of the LF1 route four times and also around Turkey. Always meant to do the rest of Western Europe. And my French and Spanish aren't too bad.
Wow! Great routes!
Andy Cox work on the European Divide Trail is nothing short of outstanding. Maybe there will be a FTK effort by someone. I would like to think it’s me (lol).
SO good
Interesting to note that two of these routes are in my backyard and already on my list. But the other routes all have their appeal. Too many trails, too little time.
oh hello
i did not know bikepacking was a thing
i did not know there were bikepacking youtube channels
i wish i'd known about this 30 years ago...
We rode a short section of the EDT this summer and were certainly not prepared for it 😅
European Divide Fail #EDF 2021
What happened? Im planning to ride it.
@@alumenyame8351 we put bigger tires and gears on our classic touring rigs, but that was not enough.
Too much weight, too little traction, too little experience riding tails I guess. Also some of the smaller trails were quite overgrown in the summer.
After one day we took official bike routes that were amazing (and on asphalt).
Good luck and have fun!
Now I want to ride them all
I'm a little shocked the Arizona trail wasn't on this list.
It would be in my top 12, thats for sure, but the people have spoken and they are not searching it as much as these 12.
This as such a good video
Any updates on the eastern divide trail?
nice video
🎉
Can you do a showing of good road bike touring routes? For those who would like to road tour rather than dirt only.
The ACA has some great road specific resources. www.adventurecycling.org
Очень интересно!
What about the great divide
The GDMBR is maybe the most talked about route in the history of bikepacking, It's good to see others highlighted.
where did you buy your hat?
So have you considered the new Colorado North-South bike packing race? Check it! My girl finished 3rd OVERALL!! 529 miles, 50k vert....
I actually have, I did just the Colorado portion of the GDMBR back in 2017, that was really cool, just to do the state as its pretty easy and fun, but I might ride or race North-South next year. I wonder if it would bikepack well, not just race. Congrats to your lady!
It was my daughter, who in her young adult years, has become quite the endurance gravel cycling athlete & runner over the 14s elev there in Colo. So proud dad. I do gravel cycling on Oregon coast mtn range timber trails on my channel. Peace. Good work
My rides on BigCatMojo channel
Whoops, read that wrong, my apologies. Good for her, impressive to say the least!
There is now way, it seems, that Vermont has more unpaved road than states like Nevada, Utah, etc.
You forgot the Oregon Timber Trail, probably harder and definitely longer than the CO trail.
Not as many folks are searching it. It’s on my list so I’m excited to try it out.
Why there's no Kyrgyzstan trails ?
We have them on the site, but these were compiled based on traffic popularity.
Hi friends... how can I reach you to share and if you want, work together in Guatemalan extraordinary trails.
The best beer in the world ? isn't that Belgian beer ?
Dove-y = 'duvvy'.. Like the bird, not the past tense of dive.. ;) You're welcome..
Outside of that, what did you think? I really appreciate the lesson....
I wanna see a cannabis based bikepacking route through northern California.
do I smell a 'Cali Climb High Traverse' coming our way...
The 'Up in Smoke' trail system?
I think there is a Brewpacking tour in Oregon. Used to be. Weed has been legal in BC for three years now. (We have mushrooms too!)
@@barrybogart5436 Soo, The B.C. Boomer Trail...?
@@bartmullin8018 I resemble that remark!
#teamseas
Route: You say "Root", I say "Rout” (rhymes with out).
Nice!
With the potential of rapidly changing weather at high altitude in Colorado, be prepared with proper gear, clothing in particular. Hypothermia can ruin your entire life.
sound advice.