Make a road trip! I drove in for the day from Tuscon (after a looooong drive from Florida with multiple stops along the way), rode my own route, no worries.
Fabulous, as usual. I’m currently in the process of looking for a place to avoid the NE winters, and was looking for cycling videos near Tucson. Yours and Ted King’s ride from Tucson to Patagonia popped up. For gravel riding, I’d say Patagonia is winning.
Such a nice ride, Gravel Cyclist, thanks for showing us around Patagonia and down the trail to the border. And better to have a local guide than drone footage any day, I'd say, and that was cool, your chance rendezvous with Zander and the Gravel House and those rides and relaxations look like good times, a road trip and a gravel trip in one.
Cool video, sir. As for gearing, my gravel rig is GRX 800-series mechanical (46/31 crank) and I had the LBS install an 11-40 (11-speed) cassette in the back - it works like a charm, shifting is smooth. Shop had to run the B screw almost all the way out, though. It's nice to have a "bailout" granny gear. Something you may want to try yourself.
Thank you Karl. I recorded a video all about running an 11-40 cassette with GRX Di2 a little while ago. I stick with an 11-32 for 90% of my riding unless super steep climbing is on the menu.
@@GravelCyclist Fair enough - didn't know about the other video you posted since I'm not in the market for any drivetrain components. :) As for gearing, since I live in Denver, CO area, I'd rather have lower gearing and not need it than to need it and not have it. LOL
Negative. 2 x 1 litre bottles, burned through one. I can milk the hydration if needed. Temps were in the low 60's F if I recall. Summer in AZ, different story, more serious hydration needs at that time!
The land and roads are very similar to riding capilla del monte, córdoba, Argentina. Wondering now if that's why they called that place "Patagonia" in Arizona.
GC. A couple of questions if I may. I’m a mature aged (not mature) relatively new cyclist and your trips certainly have my attention. I want to include my bike on more of my trips and adventures. Do you usually fly or drive to your locations? How do you travel with your bike and how do you haul your bike in or on your vehicle? My current vehicle doesn’t have a hitch so as of now I’m removing the front wheel and hauling the bike inside my vehicle. Thanks so very much and my compliments on your interesting and informative videos.
Hello Alan. For this video, it was part of a two week road trip. For vehicular trips, I have a sweet plugin hybrid minivan (see this video ruclips.net/video/P2-bQ-34NQY/видео.html) that I could car camp inside if desired, but it can easily hold two or three bikes and a ton of gear. I prefer keeping bikes inside when they're not being ridden. Better on vehicle aerodynamics (a rack kills mpg), and safer for when you're not around the vehicle. For those trips where I fly to, such as my most recent trip to California, I flew. This is the case that I use for those trips (ruclips.net/video/AKXpisrY4BA/видео.html). Generally I rent a small SUV or minivan to tote the case, bike, suitcase, and laptop around. Once the bike is re-assembled, I can stow it on top of the storage case, usually with the front wheel removed. This case is airline legal, at least with American Airlines, and I pay a $40 fee for a second bag. Some airline credit cards offer the first bag free, so that is worth checking into if you fly regularly. Paying for two bags gets very expensive. I hope this helps!
@@GravelCyclist This is excellent information and exactly what I was asking. I knew your had the traveling well in order and could not have asked a better person. Much appreciated. Thanks so very much.
The far north of my home state of South Australia (edge of the Outback) is similar in many ways to much of the Southwest, at least in terms of scenery, topography, etc. My homeland area is more remote, but I can appreciate both equally. I will say, I do miss seeing kangaroos hopping about the place, you don't see that in the Southwest, haha.
Garmin 1030 Plus for navigation, Wahoo Roam for stats / Livetrack at times. Honestly, I would prefer to use a Garmin 830 as the secondary computer, I just haven't changed the front mount. I like touch screens and I love Garmin's navigation.
What beautiful countryside. Thanks for the tour!
Patagonia AZ is big on my list. Nice winter spot for us Midwesterners!
Make a road trip! I drove in for the day from Tuscon (after a looooong drive from Florida with multiple stops along the way), rode my own route, no worries.
Fabulous, as usual. I’m currently in the process of looking for a place to avoid the NE winters, and was looking for cycling videos near Tucson. Yours and Ted King’s ride from Tucson to Patagonia popped up. For gravel riding, I’d say Patagonia is winning.
Ha-ha.., good conversation starter, "do I know you..." Gravel House was great 👍
Always great stuff! I've been hitting the thumbs up button even before I watch the videos.
Thanks Robert!
Beautiful riding video! Thanks!
Beautiful scenery Jom!!! In 4K as well!!!
Thanks Joseph! I began recording in 4K about 18 months ago?
Awesome country! I think I'm going to go check it.
Great ride! I have been riding in the area for a few weeks
Such a nice ride, Gravel Cyclist, thanks for showing us around Patagonia and down the trail to the border. And better to have a local guide than drone footage any day, I'd say, and that was cool, your chance rendezvous with Zander and the Gravel House and those rides and relaxations look like good times, a road trip and a gravel trip in one.
Learn something new everyday, never imagined there would be a town in north america named as our famous southern region of argentina and chile
Hope to visit your world-famous region someday in the future.
@@GravelCyclist you will enjoy it JOM is gravel paradise.
@@C.Medina not very far away from this wonderful place is the Buenos Aires Wildlife Refuge. Its also a great place to ride.
@@timscott984 hahaha! What are the odds? Guess an Argentinian gaucho (cowboy) went there and started to named every place. 😆
Cool video, sir. As for gearing, my gravel rig is GRX 800-series mechanical (46/31 crank) and I had the LBS install an 11-40 (11-speed) cassette in the back - it works like a charm, shifting is smooth. Shop had to run the B screw almost all the way out, though. It's nice to have a "bailout" granny gear. Something you may want to try yourself.
Thank you Karl. I recorded a video all about running an 11-40 cassette with GRX Di2 a little while ago. I stick with an 11-32 for 90% of my riding unless super steep climbing is on the menu.
@@GravelCyclist Fair enough - didn't know about the other video you posted since I'm not in the market for any drivetrain components. :) As for gearing, since I live in Denver, CO area, I'd rather have lower gearing and not need it than to need it and not have it. LOL
@@karlr6810 46/30, 11-40 is the ideal drivetrain for mixed surface loops in northeast LA area.
Nice ride. I'll put Patagonia on my list of places to visit. Thanks.
50 miles in Arizonia. You did carry more than two bottles of water didn't you?
Negative. 2 x 1 litre bottles, burned through one. I can milk the hydration if needed. Temps were in the low 60's F if I recall. Summer in AZ, different story, more serious hydration needs at that time!
Thank you for the tour of Arizona country side. Dirt, rocks, and gravel don't stick top your tires like the red clay the southern states.
Thank you Finley, more to come from the Hill Country of Texas and New Mexico.
Thanks for all the excellent videos! Love all these mini tours. Just curious, how long have you been in the states?
Full-time since 1998.
Gravel Kings for the win!
Heck yes, love this tyre, it is my go to for 90% of my riding.
@@GravelCyclist Great Video! Any recommendation for Gravel King width for this course?
@@db7desertdweller I rode 700c x 38, no issues. Good luck!
The land and roads are very similar to riding capilla del monte, córdoba, Argentina.
Wondering now if that's why they called that place "Patagonia" in Arizona.
GC. A couple of questions if I may. I’m a mature aged (not mature) relatively new cyclist and your trips certainly have my attention. I want to include my bike on more of my trips and adventures. Do you usually fly or drive to your locations? How do you travel with your bike and how do you haul your bike in or on your vehicle? My current vehicle doesn’t have a hitch so as of now I’m removing the front wheel and hauling the bike inside my vehicle. Thanks so very much and my compliments on your interesting and informative videos.
Hello Alan. For this video, it was part of a two week road trip. For vehicular trips, I have a sweet plugin hybrid minivan (see this video ruclips.net/video/P2-bQ-34NQY/видео.html) that I could car camp inside if desired, but it can easily hold two or three bikes and a ton of gear. I prefer keeping bikes inside when they're not being ridden. Better on vehicle aerodynamics (a rack kills mpg), and safer for when you're not around the vehicle.
For those trips where I fly to, such as my most recent trip to California, I flew. This is the case that I use for those trips (ruclips.net/video/AKXpisrY4BA/видео.html). Generally I rent a small SUV or minivan to tote the case, bike, suitcase, and laptop around. Once the bike is re-assembled, I can stow it on top of the storage case, usually with the front wheel removed. This case is airline legal, at least with American Airlines, and I pay a $40 fee for a second bag. Some airline credit cards offer the first bag free, so that is worth checking into if you fly regularly. Paying for two bags gets very expensive.
I hope this helps!
@@GravelCyclist This is excellent information and exactly what I was asking. I knew your had the traveling well in order and could not have asked a better person. Much appreciated. Thanks so very much.
Recommended tire for this area? Headed there in March '22. I may be limited to 45mm. Depends on what frame I take. Thanks!
I rode Gravelking SK's in 38mm, no problem. Perhaps take the 43mm version for the occasional sandy spot. Good luck!
Arizona is great cycling territory. My cousin rides all over the place there on a MTB. Which do you think is better, Outback or the Southwest?
The far north of my home state of South Australia (edge of the Outback) is similar in many ways to much of the Southwest, at least in terms of scenery, topography, etc. My homeland area is more remote, but I can appreciate both equally. I will say, I do miss seeing kangaroos hopping about the place, you don't see that in the Southwest, haha.
Makes me thirsty just watching this!
amazing views! Why do yo use a garmin and a wahoo?
Garmin 1030 Plus for navigation, Wahoo Roam for stats / Livetrack at times. Honestly, I would prefer to use a Garmin 830 as the secondary computer, I just haven't changed the front mount. I like touch screens and I love Garmin's navigation.
Hey Zander, tell me about your bike!
Hope you had your green card/ passport in a jersey pocket. Try the Elite Maxi corsa bottles, prefer them over the Zefal.
Appreciate the tip on the bidons!
Wait! What? Did you just ask that lady out? And did she just say OK? LOL!
Sometimes, fortune favors the bold :)
@@GravelCyclist What happens in Patagonia stays in Patagonia.
Haha, brilliant!
VW bus👍
VW's aren't my bag, but I am a bit of a car enthusiast. I shall keep adding interesting sightings into future videos.
Hope you had a nice evening with the young lady.?
'Twas lovely.
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