Hey you two! Just found you on here- can't believe it, I made the same bike ride two years ago! Maps.me said it was a secondary road (which I suppose it is).. Had to camp just beyond the splinter bridge, luckily found a spring at the peak for water. Saw nobody! Was not as loaded as you, camping stuff and a guitar- no food. Not sure if I would recommend that route, but it was the best part of my Lao trip!
Hi Nealvagamundo. That's so cool! There was hardly a soul there when we drove through it as well. It was our best cycling stretch in Laos too. Would recommend it to anybody with enough resourcefulness and experience 👍🏼
Hey cycling around the world. A cross the country it is hard beacause you dont know the livel of the road it hard for the biker up and down thes two biker allmost 4 mont all over the cross country. Tamp up gay. @ weels to wander@@WheelstoWander
Ha thanks Dreydin... well we don't know. Of course there are always people that don't resonate with our content or us as persons... but to downvote doesn't really make much sense to us either... ;-)
Glad it was just a small fall. That road looked so tough. There where some good rewards at the end. Hope the gearing got fixed. Nothing more annoying as when your gears don't change. Take care and stay safe, Al
I saw it from the bike and it looked like a nasty fall. Lucky Maudi only picked up a bit of dust and some minor scratches. Her drivetrain turned out to be worn down so the chain kept on skipping. We tried to get it fixed but had no luck finding the right components. Thanks as always 😊 E&M
Hoi Maudi en Eric.. Hoewel ik weet dat jullie nu in de veiligheid zitten van jullie plekje hier niet zo ver vandaan, had ik de nodige momenten bij deze waar mijn hart wel bij oversloeg. Jullie hebben het je hier niet echt makkelijk gemaakt he? En best wel risico's gehad die ik onder geen beding zou nemen zoals die oude gammele brug. Ondanks dat ik denk dat jullie ook wel een "oeh" en "aah" zullen hebben verzucht denk ik toch weer dat jullie achteraf hebben genoten van deze etappe! In elk geval is het prachtig voor ons om er naar te kijken! Sorry dat ik de laatste tijd niet constant gereageerd heb, maar dat heeft oorzaken waar ik zelf ook niet blij mee ben. Ik zal niet met terugwerkende kracht reageren want ik merk dat jullie groep volgers steeds omvangrijker aan het worden is. Ik hoop wel dat, als jullie dat samen willen, jullie ooit weer met je avontuur verder kunnen gaan! Voorlopig lijkt het me beter om dat nog niet te doen hoewel ik de mening toegedaan ben dat we nooit meer van het corona virus af zullen raken, en er dus mee moeten leren leven zonder dat we teveel regeltjes opgedragen krijgen.. Bedankt weer voor een prachtige aflevering van jullie verhaal, ik geniet er echt van!! Kees
Hoi Pa! Fijn om weer een comment van je te lezen. Altijd een plezier om je gedachte op papier (scherm) te zien. Zo nu en dan is meer dan genoeg, keep it sharp 😉 Dit is één van onze favoriete afleveringen geworden. Super mooie tijd gehad daar!! Big Hug, E&M
Hey you guys I have to say you have my utmost admiration and deep respect. I have watched all 55 vlogs in 5 days and its been both epic and emotional. There were days there when it was so tough for you both it hurt me to watch but you were so positive and full of joy at the world. Having spent a lifetime travelling I know that it is a huge education and such a power for personal growth and change. I wish you both well, stay safe and I look forward to the next installment. Love and hugs Paul
Hi Paul, traveling is certainly a life changing experience, the best education you can get!? Did you document your journey somewhere? Thank you for the wonderful words! 🙏 All the Best, E&M
@@WheelstoWander Hi Guys - at 17 I made my 1st journey overland to Afghanistan, Nepal and India in 1969. I walked and hitchhiked and took local buses and trains for 18 months. I came into an inheritance on my return and studied tunnel engineering. Got my 1st job as an engineer in 1975 and have lived and worked until today building tunnels. I have worked on every continent except Antarctica, I have worked in 47 countries for anything from 6 months to 2 years, I have traveled to 94 countries in total. I am still travelling for 6 months a year and doing short contracts of 2 to 3 months to finance my travels. I spend the autumn each year at home in Catalunya about 160 kms south of Barcelona. For the most part I still backpack. At the end of each contract I tried to spend 2 to 3 months exploring the country I had just been working in. I stand by the "best" education statement - clearly you can get an education about a specific subject in a university for instance but there is not an educational establishment anywhere that can teach you about yourself, life, other cultures like traveling. Stay safe and stay well. Paul.
I just find this video and I stop at 4.30 and decided to go all the way to your first video. If you guys ever visit Bandung, Indonesia, I would be honor to ride a few kilometers to the next town with you guys..
So glad I found this channel, amazing travels and so inspiring! I was very ready to take a break from work and be a bike pilgrim on the Shikoku Henro in Japan; but Covid happened :( I'll get there once I can! I'm curious, Eric, did you get some of those "indestructible shoes" when you reached Thailand? I've been looking at the various versions available on aliexpress and wondering how they would be for biking. Thanks! Happy pedaling!
Hi Matt! We have been to Shikoku and it is magnificent :) If after Covid you are still planning to go we wish you a wonderful time there! Yes, I got a pair of those shoes. They are on the heavy side because of the steel toe but surprisingly flexible what makes walking feel more like a sneaker than a safety shoe. They held up nicely in the dry weather of South East Asia and had good grip on my flat pedals. For hiking I found them to be slippery on smooth surfaces and a bit tiring because of the weight.
@Wheels to Wander Question, if both of you can go back, are you guys still what to use the same bike or different bike? The reason I ask because I'm into road bike and MTB but now I want to get into touring. But still don't know should I get a gravel bike or adventure bike or touring bike. Thank you!
Hi Bam Jung! The bikes we have are quite awesome and totally adequate for almost any kind of cycling adventure. That said we would also be interested in trying new things such as a larger wheel size, lighter frames, different saddles, dynamo hubs, disc brakes and a few others things. Have a look at the Surly Ogre (Or similar). A frame you can adapt to almost any scenario, make improvements and/or change your style as you go! All the Best!
Haha, well... If I could I would have a shower more often, but you get used to a sticky & stinky body soon enough! Luckily you can't really tell from a screen 😋
That was one of your best , I feel that morning, what an adventure yes tuff for sure, nothing takes that away but both of you I bet wish for such adventure again such beautiful memories ,you feel that bumpy ride the fresh air and the sun on your face, so cool 😎.
Hi David! It for sure is one of our favourite days in South East Asia. Tough and wonderful. We are planning to do something like that again in the future.... 😉 We hope you are safe and sounds back in Scotland!? 😊 E&M
I love watching you two go. I am itching to get back on the road with no end in sight for the covid thingy. That makes videos like this all the more enjoyable. If I cannot travel myself, I will travel through your eyes. Thanks again. Michael from Ireland.
Thanks so much Micheal! We love making the videos and it is incredibly rewarding to get such wonderful feedback 😊 We feel the itch too... crazy times! Let's hope it gets back to "normal" soon enough. All the best, E&M
Sorry chaps, I don't get your headgear in such hot weather why are you wearing fabric caps underneath the helmet? No wonder you're boiling. If it's for shading from the sun, should fit visors to your helmets and you'll be more breezy and cooler. Great vid and great adventure though. Best wishes!
I have been in that situation many times and what happens for me is that I cover my head with whatever I have in my bag. I have had combinations way funnier than what you are seeing here.
I met a young Englishwoman in Khong Chiam (Thailand) a couple of years ago who was going solo up Laos on her pushbike. I admired how brave she was. We didn't exchange details, which I regretted as soon as she was gone (well, I'm 70 and she was early/mid 20's, so nothing in common, hey). Anywho, I often wonder how she went. SE Asia (especially Laos) is probably the only part of the world where you could even contemplate such a trip coz the people are so affable.
I have about a month off per year to do cucling trips. I think Laos has just climbed up my list. I wonder what tires you recomnend. I have marathon road tires but think I would need different ones for that trip. Any advice? And what would you recommend a good circle route of Laos would be if there was a 3.5 week limit? I tend to cycle 60-80 kms a day but with those roads and the heat probably more like 45-60 kms a day?
the suspense created by your fall got me! the brick making is absolutely fascinating. the hill climb at 3:41 is freaking impressive with all of that gear, just flying! those kids are so cute haha I really resonate with your channel I gotta check out some more of your stuff. Totally resonate with what you said about how the challenge can keep you in the moment. My first long bike trip was life changing. Many more to come. It's so badass how you've gone all over all over all over, really true adventurers and that its a team of you makes it that much more special
United Nations should be taught, that people like this, cycle tourists, are friendly people that come with messages and intend to capture messages for the stupid world.
hi! yalls adventure is inspiring. do you post anything about routes and navigating. I want to bike around Southeast Asia and was hoping you could share a little bit about how you chose which roads to use and which apps best suited your needs. Thanks!!
I know they are expensive but a Rohloff hub geared touring bike makes for easier riding on those hilly sections. You can shift from high to low gears instantly even if you a not s gear change expert. It’s great to see your films on RUclips, take care.
Beautiful job. We love Laos. My wife and I spent our 50th anniversary in Luang Prabang and although we did not arrive by bicycle we took a wonderful bike trip to the waterfalls. Keep up the nice work.
So you sold it saying you might have had to abandon the trip.. .haaha! People and landscape over there look beautiful. You got to have a perfect physical state by now. So inspiring!
Super nice video! I enjoyed it a lot! Laos is stunning! Isn't it? I'm stuck with my bicycle in Laos for more than four months now and and waiting for the borders to reopen. Also, what route did you take from Vang Vieng to Luang Prabang? I came that way 1.5 weeks ago but was lucky to get a lift. The mountains in between must be grueling on a bicycle!?
Hi Fritz! Laos is one of our favourite countries for cycling. Stunning is the right word! How are you doing there during these times? We always wonder how it's like being stuck in South East Asia somewhere? We took the Vang Vieng, Kasi, Phou Khoun route to Luang Prabang. Yeah, tough going and completely worth it 👍🏼 At the end of the video you already see a bit of the route. Next video has some more images from along that way... Thanks and Take Care down there 🙏🏼 E&M
@@WheelstoWander So you took the old road up there. Nice! It's a beautiful route. I'm looking forward for your next video. I'm doing well in Laos. Life is good and relaxed here. And as you know, the people here are incredible kind. I'm using the time to travel around the country and see it as a chance to dive deep into the Laotian culture. I'll continue my journey whenever it'll be possible again. Why did you decide to go home? Are you planning to continue your trip?
@CILTRAD Hi Sven! It's the same on this side of the planet. Almost all the other cyclists here also went home. I know about three others which are also still in Laos. I'm always thinking that being stuck here gives me the unique opportunity to experience this country in it's purest way. Keep it up too! Cheers!
Perfect example why bikepacking is catching on .. those trails are perfect for bikepacking setup .. i did 2500 km of those trails even brought a packraft .. no way would i do that in panniers no fun
Yes we are also looking for a more lightweight setup, we love riding the small backroads! But with filming also comes carrying a lot of gear. We also like the convenience of regular panniers.
The feeling you described at 7:20 is called presence. You could check out Eckhard Tolle’s book “power of now” where he explains the beauty of living in a constant state of presence. Becoming conscious. I think you’d appreciate it. Your journey is incredible, wish you guys all the best!
Thank you for recommending Eckhard's book! We know him for quite a while and somehow never came around to reading one of his works. Thanks and all the best for you too!
Hello everyone, welcome to Thailand. My name is Tom from Thailand. Live in Chiang Mai Oh my God, I have seen your journey. It is beautiful and inspirational. I want to travel. I want to come back again. Safe travel luck😊🙋🙏🙏🚴🚵
Hi good morning afternoon evening everyone somewhere out there that's the spirit of travel bike around the world you guy's must try our country...the Phillippines See you soon
Hello, Is both of you still in Laos now ? If you come to malaysia I am happy to meet you. I am very happy to watch all your videos from Holland to South east asia. Its aspired me to go for bike tour like you. At the moment I am in Malaysia (Kedah State). and will back to Granada when Covid19 can be manage. At Spain now the outbreaks is going up. If you pass Kedah State in Malaysia please contact me, Have a safe trip. Hasta Luego
Went through about 5 or 6 other laos cycling videos before finding u. Best ones so far. I would still get a bit more details on daily mileage, cost and logistics. Good vibe, great image, good pace. Really useful to plan my next trip in the area (i’ve done Vn in 2020.)
Thanks! We have a stabilised lens, try to pan and tilt as smooth as we can and than use some post processing software to stabilise it even more when needed.
Hey, great videos! Hope to get to do some cycling in Laos some day! I'm assuming this is not really time, so when were you two in Thailand/Laos? Wondering if we were there cycling at the same time.
Hi Eis Vogel, we used some bike shorts in the beginning but both found them very uncomfortable. A lot of sweating... We stopped using them and created a little callus instead ;-) We also both like to blend in and feel somewhat normal...
Hi Jason, we don't know about the exact weight and as Bandy says, the weight was certainly manageable. Quite some items that we carry are large in volume, not so much in weight. We also took a lot of electronics to be able to film & edit, and we enjoyed the few comfort items that we carried. That said, we would like to downgrade for our next adventure!
Have you tried pushing with one hand on the handlebar and the other holding the back of the seat? It can be easier that way on the very steep climbs on rough roads.
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Hey you two! Just found you on here- can't believe it, I made the same bike ride two years ago! Maps.me said it was a secondary road (which I suppose it is).. Had to camp just beyond the splinter bridge, luckily found a spring at the peak for water. Saw nobody! Was not as loaded as you, camping stuff and a guitar- no food. Not sure if I would recommend that route, but it was the best part of my Lao trip!
Hi Nealvagamundo. That's so cool! There was hardly a soul there when we drove through it as well. It was our best cycling stretch in Laos too. Would recommend it to anybody with enough resourcefulness and experience 👍🏼
@@WheelstoWander would you please disclose the place's name and which part of laos is in ? PLEASE ?
Hey cycling around the world. A cross the country it is hard beacause you dont know the livel of the road it hard for the biker up and down thes two biker allmost 4 mont all over the cross country. Tamp up gay. @ weels to wander@@WheelstoWander
I dunno how anyone can downvote you two. Your videos are great and with such respect and modesty!
Ha thanks Dreydin... well we don't know. Of course there are always people that don't resonate with our content or us as persons... but to downvote doesn't really make much sense to us either... ;-)
facing down fearsand reaping rewards makes us feel most alive. An elemental natural state.
Nicely put K.C. 👌🏼
I was blown away by how big Vang Vieng is now. I cycled through there in 2004 and it was probably less than a quarter that size. Unreal.
Maudi had also been there way before and she too felt it had grown immensely! It's getting an even bigger surge when the railroad is finished.
The scene in which you cross that "rickety" old bridge is incredible. I love your videos!
Thanks Eric! That was a special moment, still remember that vividly! All the Best, E&M
Explore the unexplored
Definitely the most challenging way to travel the world. Respect.
Thanks mb421 👍🏼
Glad it was just a small fall. That road looked so tough. There where some good rewards at the end. Hope the gearing got fixed. Nothing more annoying as when your gears don't change. Take care and stay safe, Al
I saw it from the bike and it looked like a nasty fall. Lucky Maudi only picked up a bit of dust and some minor scratches. Her drivetrain turned out to be worn down so the chain kept on skipping. We tried to get it fixed but had no luck finding the right components. Thanks as always 😊 E&M
just glorious..
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that was Epic.
Awesome....
Hoi Maudi en Eric.. Hoewel ik weet dat jullie nu in de veiligheid zitten van jullie plekje hier niet zo ver vandaan, had ik de nodige momenten bij deze waar mijn hart wel bij oversloeg. Jullie hebben het je hier niet echt makkelijk gemaakt he? En best wel risico's gehad die ik onder geen beding zou nemen zoals die oude gammele brug. Ondanks dat ik denk dat jullie ook wel een "oeh" en "aah" zullen hebben verzucht denk ik toch weer dat jullie achteraf hebben genoten van deze etappe! In elk geval is het prachtig voor ons om er naar te kijken! Sorry dat ik de laatste tijd niet constant gereageerd heb, maar dat heeft oorzaken waar ik zelf ook niet blij mee ben. Ik zal niet met terugwerkende kracht reageren want ik merk dat jullie groep volgers steeds omvangrijker aan het worden is. Ik hoop wel dat, als jullie dat samen willen, jullie ooit weer met je avontuur verder kunnen gaan! Voorlopig lijkt het me beter om dat nog niet te doen hoewel ik de mening toegedaan ben dat we nooit meer van het corona virus af zullen raken, en er dus mee moeten leren leven zonder dat we teveel regeltjes opgedragen krijgen.. Bedankt weer voor een prachtige aflevering van jullie verhaal, ik geniet er echt van!!
Kees
Hoi Pa! Fijn om weer een comment van je te lezen. Altijd een plezier om je gedachte op papier (scherm) te zien. Zo nu en dan is meer dan genoeg, keep it sharp 😉 Dit is één van onze favoriete afleveringen geworden. Super mooie tijd gehad daar!! Big Hug, E&M
Yet another brilliant video so professional and full of content looking forward to the next episode 👏👏👏
Thank you James 😀 Next one in the making...
Hey you guys I have to say you have my utmost admiration and deep respect.
I have watched all 55 vlogs in 5 days and its been both epic and emotional.
There were days there when it was so tough for you both it hurt me to watch but you were so positive and full of joy at the world.
Having spent a lifetime travelling I know that it is a huge education and such a power for personal growth and change.
I wish you both well, stay safe and I look forward to the next installment.
Love and hugs
Paul
Hi Paul, traveling is certainly a life changing experience, the best education you can get!? Did you document your journey somewhere? Thank you for the wonderful words! 🙏 All the Best, E&M
@@WheelstoWander Hi Guys - at 17 I made my 1st journey overland to Afghanistan, Nepal and India in 1969. I walked and hitchhiked and took local buses and trains for 18 months.
I came into an inheritance on my return and studied tunnel engineering. Got my 1st job as an engineer in 1975 and have lived and worked until today building tunnels.
I have worked on every continent except Antarctica, I have worked in 47 countries for anything from 6 months to 2 years, I have traveled to 94 countries in total.
I am still travelling for 6 months a year and doing short contracts of 2 to 3 months to finance my travels.
I spend the autumn each year at home in Catalunya about 160 kms south of Barcelona.
For the most part I still backpack. At the end of each contract I tried to spend 2 to 3 months exploring the country I had just been working in.
I stand by the "best" education statement - clearly you can get an education about a specific subject in a university for instance but there is not an educational establishment anywhere that can teach you about yourself, life, other cultures like traveling.
Stay safe and stay well.
Paul.
I just find this video and I stop at 4.30 and decided to go all the way to your first video.
If you guys ever visit Bandung, Indonesia, I would be honor to ride a few kilometers to the next town with you guys..
Hi Asmar! That is a wonderful compliment 😊 We will be sure to contact you if we are ever in the neighbourhood! All the Best, E&M
Really good energy. I miss being on the road. Thanks for the beautiful video.
Thanks Pierre, we miss it too!
Just found your channel. It's awesome. Subbed
Thanks Saugot! Always nice to hear 😊
Bravo 👍
I respect, Congratulations 👏, greating from TURKEY
Nice ride, Keepsafe👌
Sabaai DEEEE!
Love it 😊
Amazing scenery. Great job getting through those mountains.
Thanks! One of our favourite stretches in South East Asia 👌🏼
glad to have found u. thank u wonderful people
Thanks BlB!
I like
Thank again!!
Good
Piss n love from Indonesia... 👍👍
Thanks Gandi 😀
So glad I found this channel, amazing travels and so inspiring! I was very ready to take a break from work and be a bike pilgrim on the Shikoku Henro in Japan; but Covid happened :( I'll get there once I can! I'm curious, Eric, did you get some of those "indestructible shoes" when you reached Thailand? I've been looking at the various versions available on aliexpress and wondering how they would be for biking. Thanks! Happy pedaling!
Hi Matt! We have been to Shikoku and it is magnificent :) If after Covid you are still planning to go we wish you a wonderful time there! Yes, I got a pair of those shoes. They are on the heavy side because of the steel toe but surprisingly flexible what makes walking feel more like a sneaker than a safety shoe. They held up nicely in the dry weather of South East Asia and had good grip on my flat pedals. For hiking I found them to be slippery on smooth surfaces and a bit tiring because of the weight.
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@Wheels to Wander
Question, if both of you can go back, are you guys still what to use the same bike or different bike?
The reason I ask because I'm into road bike and MTB but now I want to get into touring. But still don't know should I get a gravel bike or adventure bike or touring bike.
Thank you!
Hi Bam Jung! The bikes we have are quite awesome and totally adequate for almost any kind of cycling adventure. That said we would also be interested in trying new things such as a larger wheel size, lighter frames, different saddles, dynamo hubs, disc brakes and a few others things. Have a look at the Surly Ogre (Or similar). A frame you can adapt to almost any scenario, make improvements and/or change your style as you go!
All the Best!
@@WheelstoWander Thank you very much guys, I will check the Ogre out!
Thank you!
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Super man and super woman.... I don't know what kind of map you use but I don't want to know. That's really too hard.
Challenging, brave and not more than once in a lifetime.
I know some people, they feel fine, not to have shower daily, mostly off road car maniacs.
Haha, well... If I could I would have a shower more often, but you get used to a sticky & stinky body soon enough! Luckily you can't really tell from a screen 😋
hey guys, when is Indonesia?
Ha, we don't know yet! Would be wonderful...
👏🙏🙏
Thanks 😊
This is one of my most favourite videos of yours! Such high adventure. A true inspiration!
Laos totally melts my heart. I hope I'll go back there one day ♥️
That was one of your best , I feel that morning, what an adventure yes tuff for sure, nothing takes that away but both of you I bet wish for such adventure again such beautiful memories ,you feel that bumpy ride the fresh air and the sun on your face, so cool 😎.
Hi David! It for sure is one of our favourite days in South East Asia. Tough and wonderful. We are planning to do something like that again in the future.... 😉 We hope you are safe and sounds back in Scotland!? 😊 E&M
@@WheelstoWander yes thanks, apparently if the left leg is still kicking your ok 👌 take care in NL guys .
I love watching you two go. I am itching to get back on the road with no end in sight for the covid thingy. That makes videos like this all the more enjoyable. If I cannot travel myself, I will travel through your eyes. Thanks again. Michael from Ireland.
Thanks so much Micheal! We love making the videos and it is incredibly rewarding to get such wonderful feedback 😊 We feel the itch too... crazy times! Let's hope it gets back to "normal" soon enough. All the best, E&M
You guys look like sexy reincarnated deers.
Haha, not sure what that means...
You come to Kota Rajasthan please accept my hospility
Thanks (India)
Thank you Sunil! We have been to Rajasthan and we loved it! Perhaps we will be back one day... All The Best, E&M
I'm on a bike trainer in Japan watching this. And it's almost like I'm transported to Laos! Thank you :)
Haha, that's great. Thanks! 😎
Sorry chaps, I don't get your headgear in such hot weather why are you wearing fabric caps underneath the helmet? No wonder you're boiling. If it's for shading from the sun, should fit visors to your helmets and you'll be more breezy and cooler. Great vid and great adventure though. Best wishes!
Maybe if they put their caps off, the sun shines through the gaps of the helmet, then their heads are really boiling 🤔🤣🤷♂️
@@jamescorbell3349 They are not bald!
@@celloting01 Then maybe it feels softer and safer on their heads with hair 🤣🤣.
I have been in that situation many times and what happens for me is that I cover my head with whatever I have in my bag. I have had combinations way funnier than what you are seeing here.
@@celloting01 Or maybe it's for keeping the sweat away, if you don't have that cap sweat is running down your face and everywhere.
Hello.🙃I am under impressed, fortitude yours the spirit. 👍.Respect😊👌.How much they weigh yours bicycles?🙂🙃(Poland).
I met a young Englishwoman in Khong Chiam (Thailand) a couple of years ago who was going solo up Laos on her pushbike. I admired how brave she was. We didn't exchange details, which I regretted as soon as she was gone (well, I'm 70 and she was early/mid 20's, so nothing in common, hey). Anywho, I often wonder how she went. SE Asia (especially Laos) is probably the only part of the world where you could even contemplate such a trip coz the people are so affable.
Hi Bill! She must have had a wonderful time. South East Asia is easy going for the most part with incredible people 😊
Love your videos! Super adventure! Inspiring! Actually I recently finished a 2,000 km and can’t wait to do a longer tour.
Great stuff Omare! We hope you get out to do a big tour as soon as possible 👍🏼 Thanks & All the Best!
I have about a month off per year to do cucling trips. I think Laos has just climbed up my list. I wonder what tires you recomnend. I have marathon road tires but think I would need different ones for that trip. Any advice? And what would you recommend a good circle route of Laos would be if there was a 3.5 week limit? I tend to cycle 60-80 kms a day but with those roads and the heat probably more like 45-60 kms a day?
Do you have travel blog or travel journal that I can read?
You can find some pieces on wheelstowander.com
This is crazy... Hahhaha... I like your video.. I wish can meet up u all guys.. And ride together
C'est formidable j ai beaucoup apprécié à bientôt merci beaucoup les images sont magnifiques merci beaucoup à bientôt
the suspense created by your fall got me!
the brick making is absolutely fascinating.
the hill climb at 3:41 is freaking impressive with all of that gear, just flying!
those kids are so cute haha
I really resonate with your channel I gotta check out some more of your stuff. Totally resonate with what you said about how the challenge can keep you in the moment. My first long bike trip was life changing. Many more to come.
It's so badass how you've gone all over all over all over, really true adventurers and that its a team of you makes it that much more special
waiting finish on Indonesia... :)
United Nations should be taught, that people like this, cycle tourists, are friendly people that come with messages and intend to capture messages for the stupid world.
I'm from India...
I am dreaming of buying a new ELECTRIC BICYCLE FOR MY TOUR
U can contact me.
hi! yalls adventure is inspiring. do you post anything about routes and navigating. I want to bike around Southeast Asia and was hoping you could share a little bit about how you chose which roads to use and which apps best suited your needs. Thanks!!
I know they are expensive but a Rohloff hub geared touring bike makes for easier riding on those hilly sections. You can shift from high to low gears instantly even if you a not s gear change expert.
It’s great to see your films on RUclips, take care.
Beautiful job. We love Laos. My wife and I spent our 50th anniversary in Luang Prabang and although we did not arrive by bicycle we took a wonderful bike trip to the waterfalls. Keep up the nice work.
Those waterfalls near Luang Prabang are spectaculair! Hope you had the whole place to yourselves! 😊
Bicicle Touring Asia = 10 +10 = fantastic ✓ 100% reality bike &trailers+cargo ?
So you sold it saying you might have had to abandon the trip.. .haaha! People and landscape over there look beautiful. You got to have a perfect physical state by now. So inspiring!
Thanks! It was one of our favourite parts of the trip 👌🏼 Indeed we we're super fit 😉 Take Care!!
3.52 yes people are so friendly but not in Europe and Australia where I've been too......
Thank for visiting my country
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wow amazing,w heavybags.try it here philippines.thanks
Nice video
WOW that brick making is amazing and cool. Awesome landscape. The down hill looks fun. What an achievement to complete.
Yeah, one of our favourite stretches in the whole trip!! Thanks 😊
Super nice video! I enjoyed it a lot! Laos is stunning! Isn't it? I'm stuck with my bicycle in Laos for more than four months now and and waiting for the borders to reopen. Also, what route did you take from Vang Vieng to Luang Prabang? I came that way 1.5 weeks ago but was lucky to get a lift. The mountains in between must be grueling on a bicycle!?
Hi Fritz! Laos is one of our favourite countries for cycling. Stunning is the right word! How are you doing there during these times? We always wonder how it's like being stuck in South East Asia somewhere? We took the Vang Vieng, Kasi, Phou Khoun route to Luang Prabang. Yeah, tough going and completely worth it 👍🏼 At the end of the video you already see a bit of the route. Next video has some more images from along that way... Thanks and Take Care down there 🙏🏼 E&M
@@WheelstoWander So you took the old road up there. Nice! It's a beautiful route. I'm looking forward for your next video.
I'm doing well in Laos. Life is good and relaxed here. And as you know, the people here are incredible kind. I'm using the time to travel around the country and see it as a chance to dive deep into the Laotian culture. I'll continue my journey whenever it'll be possible again.
Why did you decide to go home? Are you planning to continue your trip?
@CILTRAD Hi Sven! It's the same on this side of the planet. Almost all the other cyclists here also went home. I know about three others which are also still in Laos. I'm always thinking that being stuck here gives me the unique opportunity to experience this country in it's purest way.
Keep it up too! Cheers!
Raw adventure for sure :-)!!!!!!!!!
We do our best 😅
Meeting local people, make friend with them.
Learn their culture.
Simply awesome! Watching this (and all your previous videos) always puts me in a state of pleasant contemplation. Thank you as always.
Thanks 😊 That is such a wonderful compliment!! All the Best! E&M
Perfect example why bikepacking is catching on .. those trails are perfect for bikepacking setup .. i did 2500 km of those trails even brought a packraft .. no way would i do that in panniers no fun
Yes we are also looking for a more lightweight setup, we love riding the small backroads! But with filming also comes carrying a lot of gear. We also like the convenience of regular panniers.
Oh it's like the peat in Ireland except they also burn the peat 8n the fire.
Big world, deep adventure, real touch indeed. Wow !!
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YOUR LIFE IS SO RICH...I THINK YOU ARE THE WEALTHIEST PEOPLE OF THIS PLANET!!!
The feeling you described at 7:20 is called presence. You could check out Eckhard Tolle’s book “power of now” where he explains the beauty of living in a constant state of presence. Becoming conscious. I think you’d appreciate it. Your journey is incredible, wish you guys all the best!
Thank you for recommending Eckhard's book! We know him for quite a while and somehow never came around to reading one of his works. Thanks and all the best for you too!
want to travel to Mongolia.
Would be great some day!!
" looks like it turns into a walking trip" well, thats what the name says: Wheels To Wander!
Almost 😉 Wander (English) = to roam, Wandern (German) = to walk
Can u do a video of how you pack your bike stuff for a flight ?
Hello everyone, welcome to Thailand. My name is Tom from Thailand. Live in Chiang Mai Oh my God, I have seen your journey. It is beautiful and inspirational. I want to travel. I want to come back again. Safe travel luck😊🙋🙏🙏🚴🚵
Thanks Tom, we will definitely return some day! 💛
Hi good morning afternoon evening everyone somewhere out there that's the spirit of travel bike around the world you guy's must try our country...the Phillippines See you soon
Hi Rowell! We have lots of recommendations for your country. People seem to really like it 😊
good video 👍😍 Laos is my country is absolutely beautiful .did you go to PAKSE is more beautiful
Thanks! Maudi went to Pakse about 13 years ago and she liked it!!
Hello, Is both of you still in Laos now ? If you come to malaysia I am happy to meet you. I am very happy to watch all your videos from Holland to South east asia. Its aspired me to go for bike tour like you. At the moment I am in Malaysia (Kedah State). and will back to Granada when Covid19 can be manage. At Spain now the outbreaks is going up. If you pass Kedah State in Malaysia please contact me, Have a safe trip. Hasta Luego
Hi Muhd! We are back home because of Covid. Great to hear you are thinking about your own bike trip! Gracias and All the Best, E&M
Went through about 5 or 6 other laos cycling videos before finding u. Best ones so far. I would still get a bit more details on daily mileage, cost and logistics. Good vibe, great image, good pace. Really useful to plan my next trip in the area (i’ve done Vn in 2020.)
Thanks, we will consider that 👍🏼 All the best, E&M
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Welcome to my country
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That looked exhausting!! The quality of your filming is better than the professionals!!! 👌
Thank you Craig 😊 It was one of the tougher days in the trip!
Maaaaan what a content. More subs for you guys. You deserve it.
Love it...what are you using to keep your bike footage stable?
Thanks! We have a stabilised lens, try to pan and tilt as smooth as we can and than use some post processing software to stabilise it even more when needed.
Hey, great videos! Hope to get to do some cycling in Laos some day!
I'm assuming this is not really time, so when were you two in Thailand/Laos?
Wondering if we were there cycling at the same time.
Thanks! If you can visit Laos after Covid19, it is a great place for cycling 😊 This was in december last year! All the Best
Wheels to Wander oh okay we were there in January and February! Maybe we will cross paths one day when things are safe to cycle again.
You fell because you were filming in portrait! The Gods don't like portrait either ;@)
😂 That must be why!
gosh that bridge 7:25 each step full of presence
What Computer are you using on the Trip?
I think you are carrying way too much stuff .Bikes looks very heavy .But just my2 cents ....
We are a bit heavy Piotr ;.)
C'est formidable j ai beaucoup apprécié à bientôt merci beaucoup les images sont magnifiques merci beaucoup à bientôt
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I never heard you guys talking about or mentioning bicycling clothes. Did it ever cross your minds or doesn't it matter?
Hi Eis Vogel, we used some bike shorts in the beginning but both found them very uncomfortable. A lot of sweating... We stopped using them and created a little callus instead ;-) We also both like to blend in and feel somewhat normal...
OMG! How many KG do you have on your bike?
Maybe try to cut half the weight off.
Or maybe you should allow them to carry what they feel they can. They have after all managed thus far...
Hi Jason, we don't know about the exact weight and as Bandy says, the weight was certainly manageable. Quite some items that we carry are large in volume, not so much in weight. We also took a lot of electronics to be able to film & edit, and we enjoyed the few comfort items that we carried. That said, we would like to downgrade for our next adventure!
@@WheelstoWander cool! Still great adventure!
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Your videos are just amazing! Thanks so much for it you two are a big inspiration! Hope to hit soon road by myself again, are you still in EU?
Thanks Oliver 😊 We are back home at the moment... Would be great to be back out again! We hope you will be rolling a.s.a.p. ! All the Best, E&M
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Do you use slider with your camera?
Have you tried pushing with one hand on the handlebar and the other holding the back of the seat? It can be easier that way on the very steep climbs on rough roads.
We tried it and it is a good technique we sometimes use. Thanks for sharing nonetheless 😊