I just love your videos get some good info especially for us beginners. Took this winter to work my butt off so I can buy my bike and gear and this summer I’m off camping on my days off. So can’t wait. Thanks for the good info on your gear. Happy trails
I have had my himiway cruiser for just over two weeks. I'm extremely pleased, just passed two hundred total miles. This week I purchased a hackery 300 watt solar generator and an 120watt flex solar panel to be able to recharge the bike on the road, dispute the hackery having 297 watts available, I have tested the passthrough charging, and as long as I can get 76watts input from solar cigg lighter or wall the himiway charger is able to fully charge the bike battery in 7.5-8 hrs and still have juice in the hackery! I have not called yet, but your videos are inspiring me to get some days off and do it. Thank you for the videos, and inspiration. I'm in Missouri U.S. thanks again.
Interesting gear list but very heavy for my situation. I'm a backpacker in the western USA and my gear is all VERY light weight stuff so naturally it becomes my bikepackig gear. I use only down bags summer and winter. BTW, check out Tarptent models. Excellent quality AND customer service. MY E-MOUNTAIN BIKE-> E-CELLS Super Monarch Crown, 2 wheel drive, 2 batteries, dual suspension. It is mainly for hunting but being an ultralight backpacker I will also use it for E-MBT camping. My total backpack weight is 28 pounds including 5 days of foot, 2 liters of water, clothes, tent, down sleeping bag & insulated mattress, canister stove and "kitchen" gear, water treatment tablets & Stere-Pen UV H2O treatment, 1st aid kit, potty kit, toilet kit, headlamp, satellite emergency beacon-> (I'll be in TRUE wilderness) Substituting panniers for the backpack adds nearly 1 pound. (My "monster bike" weighs 95 pounds!) but I will need 2 wheel drive here in Nevada, USA due to the rough and steep terrain.
I use a cot that breaks down and roles up with two bags one under and in the other to keep me off the ground, I do like the tarp over the tent. I also would have a Machete if not a gun.
You seem to have thought of everything. I didn't see an airbed, as you have the foot pump that would make taking a nice luxury sleep pad worthwhile, and make you warmer too. As you have a powerbank, if it has a USB slot you can get these cool small strings of fairy lights USB and weatherproof to use as a night time general light, they are great strung up under the tap, and cast a nice even light for your camp, very small and lightweight too.
If you have seen my E-Bike wild camping videos, you may have noticed that I do indeed own an airbed; specifically a Thermarest self inflating camping mat. The reason I didn't include this item in my gear breakdown video is that I consider it to be rather bulky and season specific. As comfortable and warm as my Thermarest mat is, I would much prefer to save the space and find a lighter and more compact alternative or go without. As for lighting, I tend to use my torches and lamps sparingly because i much prefer to blend in with the surrounding nature. I do however like the idea of a chain of lights for my tarp for dedicated camping grounds as it gives a good spread of light along the entire ridgeline and packs up very small too.
Mid drive ebikes seem to be the most efficient for hill climbs. Personally I've had no issue with rear hub drive since hilly terrain is something I tend to avoid for the sake of range and get plenty of torque for off the trail rides
You have quite and impressive kit. I really like the panniers, bags, tarp, chair, and table, among other various items that you use. Would you be willing to provide an itemized comprehensive gear list? I would love to be able to search for these items online to purchase them for my own kit. Thanks in advance. I look forward to more great videos as well. Cheers!
When I get the chance, I'll list all my gear in the video's description. If I get enough interest I'm happy to review anything in more detail in a future video. Thanks for watching 🤙🏼
How you charging up your E/bike battery on your travels? Also what kind of mileage are you getting out of your 48/17 iv just bought an E/bike with same battery size would love to know what mileage you are getting? Great video
I can give you an estimate -- 48 x 17 = 816 = the bike has an 800 watt hour battery he has a 250 watt motor - with all that gear and the size of the bike hes using the whole 250 watt most of the time 800/250 = 3.2 hours say 3 hours actual running time; because you wouldn't want to run the battery dead empty -- his cruising speed is likely 8 to 12 mph (only got 250 watts on the motor) say 10 mph average (easy math) 3 hrs run time x 10 mph average = gives about 30 miles per charge. The stock charger that comes with the bike is most like a 3 or 4 amp charger and can charge in 180 watt hours - the battery likely takes a nominal 4 to 5 hours to charge to 80% and another 1-1/2 hours to reach full charge. He has well built rugged bike - great for single track trails in rough areas. I'd get a 500 watt motor (or even a 750 watt legal limit) and a spare battery if I were you.
@@kendallparish5611 I think ebike manufacturers tend to lie about the motor watts in order to get into EU regulatory compliance. If its 80nm torque, there's no way it just outputs 250w.
@@pascalj4331 I have a 350 watt ebike I ride 2500 miles per year - My experience has been I can ride it in conditions that consume more than 350 watts; 400 plus at times no problem - The motor controller heats up and kicks out after about 30 minutes at these rates however. Ebike controllers and motors generally can exceed their rating points for limited amounts of time. The 250 watt power rating is not absolute but a general average. It's good for calculating common usage conditions. Remember watts of power equals torque times speed. You only have half the information you need to make a comment about the wattage used.
I have a Comment or a Suggestion. During this video you are wearing a Black Jacket. While showing us some of your kit those items blend into your jacket. I'm using a 32" ( Roughly 80 CM ) Diagonal Screen Tv for my Monitor and Could Not Identify what you were showing us. My Comment/Suggestion would be that for filming while wearing dark items of clothing what do you think about getting a "Light Weight" Safety Vest like Road Worker's wear to keep from being run over. It could be used during times of Heavy Traffic also.
Thanks for the suggestion. I agree that due to my choice of jacket, low daylight levels and perhaps my camera's higher than usual contrast and saturation levels may have hindered my item's visibility in this video for a lot of the viewers. I appreciate you pointing it out and will look in to finding a work around in future videos. Off camera though, as a wild camper I do prefer to blend in with the nature and tend to stick to dark and woodland colours. The high vis suggestion albeit greatly appreciated, isn't quite my style. I tend to ride primarily off road and on trails so visibility is the least of my worries. Thanks again for your observations and for watching my video!
No bear spray ? I would recommend it . Security if need be,aswell as the wild life . In West coast 🇨🇦lots of bears , mountain lions ,even some wolfs which freak me out as they can be in a packs lol I love that roll bag ,I'll put that on my list for sure. Cheers 🍺
Wild boar are my biggest concern here, I had a couple of encounters already but luckily no incidents. Bear numbers have tripled here in the last 20 years but they are sparsely populated and I try to avoid bear territory for my camping trips.
Appreciate your concern. In my defence (excuse the pun), It's a bushcraft knife intended for batoning, firestarting and shelter building. In theory any inanimate object can be used as a weapon.
@@TheNorthOutdoorsUK you misunderstand, you can't be on record saying it, or it would be used against you if you ever had to defend yourself, i can carry a multi tool but i can not say It's for defence , carrying anything for defence is illegal in the uk.
I understand your point. The context of my statement in the video however was to have the means to defend myself against a wild animal in a wilderness camping situation, not another human being. Since a lot of my camping videos take place on mainland Europe miles from any town or city, my biggest risk is more likely an encounter with a wild boar than a person. I can't stress enough how important a bushcraft knife is on a solo camping trip, it's a crucial bit of kit that might one day keep me alive. Thanks for reaching out, it's a valid point under different circumstances.
I am in no way affiliated with the Himiway Bikes company, I can only give you my opinion based on 500+km of experience. This E-Bike is a very capable hill climber when riding light. The more bikepacking gear you bring however, the harder the motor needs to work. Also rider weight needs to be considered. I often ride steep inclines and using pedal assist i have plenty of momentum to power to the top without breaking a sweat. This is due to the 80nm of torque and the generous 840wh battery capacity. It's important to know the limits of your bike as hub motors tend to overheat under prolonged strain and you could potentially burn the motor out causing irreparable damage. If Mountains are going to be your usual terrain, I would personally recommend a mid motor E-Bike as they have a better hill climbing ability than hub motors. I read somewhere that the hub motor is in fact the same 750w motor available to the US market, only software limited to 250w power output for EU electric bicycle law regulations. It all depends on the electric bicycle laws in your country how the E-Bike is set up. It's a great all-rounder and takes a good beating off the trail but don't take my word for it, always do your research before coming to a conclusion on anything. Thanks for watching 🤙🏼
Hi Simon, My Himiway Cruiser was made in China and bought from a company based in the US through a German supplier. Rad Power Bikes sell a carbon copy of my bike in the UK called the Rad Rhino, Rad have a better reputation IMHO. Thanks for watching 🤙🏼
@4:11 out of curiosity, do you leave your battery on the bike when you winter camp, temperatures below or near zero degrees Celsius, or here in America around 32° f?
I take the battery off the bike during the colder camping seasons and stuff it inside my sleeping bag. When I'm ready to turn in for the night It stays with me inside the tent. I also made a protective sleeve to insulate the battery from external temperatures and to avoid damage when handling.
If you're referring to the pannier bags they were an online purchase. I can't remember what retailer exactly but Ortlieb are global and their products are easy to come across.
I bought my Ebike online on the official Himiway website. All bikes are available in the US and EU as far as I'm aware. himiwaybike.de Thank for watching 🤙🏼
I use Kenda Juggernaut K shield 26"X4" Fat tyres. Puncture proof is the manufacturers claim, no inflatable tyre on the market is completely puncture proof. I believe these tyres have a puncture resistant layer, hence the claim.
I just love your videos get some good info especially for us beginners. Took this winter to work my butt off so I can buy my bike and gear and this summer I’m off camping on my days off. So can’t wait. Thanks for the good info on your gear. Happy trails
I have had my himiway cruiser for just over two weeks. I'm extremely pleased, just passed two hundred total miles. This week I purchased a hackery 300 watt solar generator and an 120watt flex solar panel to be able to recharge the bike on the road, dispute the hackery having 297 watts available, I have tested the passthrough charging, and as long as I can get 76watts input from solar cigg lighter or wall the himiway charger is able to fully charge the bike battery in 7.5-8 hrs and still have juice in the hackery! I have not called yet, but your videos are inspiring me to get some days off and do it. Thank you for the videos, and inspiration. I'm in Missouri U.S. thanks again.
Planning some of this later in the year. Great video.
This setup is your home away from home, cool!
I'm on a big solar kick right now. All set up to fully charge but live in WA and the sun left and hasn't come back.
Nice kit mate, enjoying your videos too.
Thanks for watching Darren, I'll be working on some more videos in the run up to Christmas.
@@TheNorthOutdoorsUK No more videos for a over year whats happened?
A motorcycle accident among other things.. I'm back filming next weekend weather permitting.
Hi again just say I’m really enjoying so much your videos. Great to see and to get ideas. Cheers. Warwick
Interesting gear list but very heavy for my situation. I'm a backpacker in the western USA and my gear is all VERY light weight stuff so naturally it becomes my bikepackig gear. I use only down bags summer and winter. BTW, check out Tarptent models. Excellent quality AND customer service.
MY E-MOUNTAIN BIKE-> E-CELLS Super Monarch Crown, 2 wheel drive, 2 batteries, dual suspension. It is mainly for hunting but being an ultralight backpacker I will also use it for E-MBT camping. My total backpack weight is 28 pounds including 5 days of foot, 2 liters of water, clothes, tent, down sleeping bag & insulated mattress, canister stove and "kitchen" gear, water treatment tablets & Stere-Pen UV H2O treatment, 1st aid kit, potty kit, toilet kit, headlamp, satellite emergency beacon-> (I'll be in TRUE wilderness)
Substituting panniers for the backpack adds nearly 1 pound. (My "monster bike" weighs 95 pounds!) but I will need 2 wheel drive here in Nevada, USA due to the rough and steep terrain.
In the US you can have more powerful motors on the bikes not in the UK or EU, we are limited to 250 watts. But intresting list you got there.
I really enjoy your videos!
Thanks for the comment Lynnette, glad you enjoy the content.
Nice!!
I use a cot that breaks down and roles up with two bags one under and in the other to keep me off the ground, I do like the tarp over the tent. I also would have a Machete if not a gun.
You seem to have thought of everything.
I didn't see an airbed, as you have the foot pump that would make taking a nice luxury sleep pad worthwhile, and make you warmer too.
As you have a powerbank, if it has a USB slot you can get these cool small strings of fairy lights USB and weatherproof to use as a night time general light, they are great strung up under the tap, and cast a nice even light for your camp, very small and lightweight too.
If you have seen my E-Bike wild camping videos, you may have noticed that I do indeed own an airbed; specifically a Thermarest self inflating camping mat.
The reason I didn't include this item in my gear breakdown video is that I consider it to be rather bulky and season specific.
As comfortable and warm as my Thermarest mat is, I would much prefer to save the space and find a lighter and more compact alternative or go without.
As for lighting, I tend to use my torches and lamps sparingly because i much prefer to blend in with the surrounding nature. I do however like the idea of a chain of lights for my tarp for dedicated camping grounds as it gives a good spread of light along the entire ridgeline and packs up very small too.
Airbed lol
I just like mid drive with no throttle because those are the top end bikes.
Mid drive ebikes seem to be the most efficient for hill climbs. Personally I've had no issue with rear hub drive since hilly terrain is something I tend to avoid for the sake of range and get plenty of torque for off the trail rides
You have quite and impressive kit. I really like the panniers, bags, tarp, chair, and table, among other various items that you use.
Would you be willing to provide an itemized comprehensive gear list? I would love to be able to search for these items online to purchase them for my own kit.
Thanks in advance. I look forward to more great videos as well. Cheers!
When I get the chance, I'll list all my gear in the video's description.
If I get enough interest I'm happy to review anything in more detail in a future video.
Thanks for watching 🤙🏼
I joined.
How you charging up your E/bike battery on your travels? Also what kind of mileage are you getting out of your 48/17 iv just bought an E/bike with same battery size would love to know what mileage you are getting? Great video
I can give you an estimate -- 48 x 17 = 816 = the bike has an 800 watt hour battery
he has a 250 watt motor - with all that gear and the size of the bike hes using the whole 250 watt most of the time
800/250 = 3.2 hours say 3 hours actual running time; because you wouldn't want to run the battery dead empty --
his cruising speed is likely 8 to 12 mph (only got 250 watts on the motor) say 10 mph average (easy math)
3 hrs run time x 10 mph average = gives about 30 miles per charge.
The stock charger that comes with the bike is most like a 3 or 4 amp charger and can charge in 180 watt hours - the battery likely takes a nominal 4 to 5 hours to charge to 80% and another 1-1/2 hours to reach full charge.
He has well built rugged bike - great for single track trails in rough areas. I'd get a 500 watt motor (or even a 750 watt legal limit) and a spare battery if I were you.
@@kendallparish5611 He cannot get a 500 watt or a 750 watt in the UK or EU, he be breaking the law.
@@Mulberry2000 I know - we can dream cant we
@@kendallparish5611 I think ebike manufacturers tend to lie about the motor watts in order to get into EU regulatory compliance. If its 80nm torque, there's no way it just outputs 250w.
@@pascalj4331 I have a 350 watt ebike I ride 2500 miles per year - My experience has been I can ride it in conditions that consume more than 350 watts; 400 plus at times no problem - The motor controller heats up and kicks out after about 30 minutes at these rates however. Ebike controllers and motors generally can exceed their rating points for limited amounts of time. The 250 watt power rating is not absolute but a general average. It's good for calculating common usage conditions. Remember watts of power equals torque times speed. You only have half the information you need to make a comment about the wattage used.
I have a Comment or a Suggestion. During this video you are wearing a Black Jacket. While showing us some of your kit those items blend into your jacket. I'm using a 32" ( Roughly 80 CM ) Diagonal Screen Tv for my Monitor and Could Not Identify what you were showing us. My Comment/Suggestion would be that for filming while wearing dark items of clothing what do you think about getting a "Light Weight" Safety Vest like Road Worker's wear to keep from being run over. It could be used during times of Heavy Traffic also.
Thanks for the suggestion.
I agree that due to my choice of jacket, low daylight levels and perhaps my camera's higher than usual contrast and saturation levels may have hindered my item's visibility in this video for a lot of the viewers.
I appreciate you pointing it out and will look in to finding a work around in future videos.
Off camera though, as a wild camper I do prefer to blend in with the nature and tend to stick to dark and woodland colours. The high vis suggestion albeit greatly appreciated, isn't quite my style. I tend to ride primarily off road and on trails so visibility is the least of my worries.
Thanks again for your observations and for watching my video!
No bear spray ?
I would recommend it .
Security if need be,aswell as the wild life . In West coast 🇨🇦lots of bears , mountain lions ,even some wolfs which freak me out as they can be in a packs lol
I love that roll bag ,I'll put that on my list for sure. Cheers 🍺
Wild boar are my biggest concern here, I had a couple of encounters already but luckily no incidents.
Bear numbers have tripled here in the last 20 years but they are sparsely populated and I try to avoid bear territory for my camping trips.
That looks cold I'm in Arizona and It's almost ninety
It was about 15°F that day but it made for a stunning backdrop! Thanks for watching 👍🏻
Just a heads-up you can't say you carry a knife for defence.
Appreciate your concern. In my defence (excuse the pun), It's a bushcraft knife intended for batoning, firestarting and shelter building. In theory any inanimate object can be used as a weapon.
@@TheNorthOutdoorsUK you misunderstand, you can't be on record saying it, or it would be used against you if you ever had to defend yourself, i can carry a multi tool but i can not say It's for defence , carrying anything for defence is illegal in the uk.
I understand your point. The context of my statement in the video however was to have the means to defend myself against a wild animal in a wilderness camping situation, not another human being. Since a lot of my camping videos take place on mainland Europe miles from any town or city, my biggest risk is more likely an encounter with a wild boar than a person.
I can't stress enough how important a bushcraft knife is on a solo camping trip, it's a crucial bit of kit that might one day keep me alive.
Thanks for reaching out, it's a valid point under different circumstances.
@@TheNorthOutdoorsUK that's open to interpretation, me personally i would not give them that ammunition, but it's your choice.
And is that 250w motor is sufficient to roll over the mountains
I am in no way affiliated with the Himiway Bikes company, I can only give you my opinion based on 500+km of experience.
This E-Bike is a very capable hill climber when riding light. The more bikepacking gear you bring however, the harder the motor needs to work. Also rider weight needs to be considered.
I often ride steep inclines and using pedal assist i have plenty of momentum to power to the top without breaking a sweat. This is due to the 80nm of torque and the generous 840wh battery capacity.
It's important to know the limits of your bike as hub motors tend to overheat under prolonged strain and you could potentially burn the motor out causing irreparable damage.
If Mountains are going to be your usual terrain, I would personally recommend a mid motor E-Bike as they have a better hill climbing ability than hub motors.
I read somewhere that the hub motor is in fact the same 750w motor available to the US market, only software limited to 250w power output for EU electric bicycle law regulations.
It all depends on the electric bicycle laws in your country how the E-Bike is set up.
It's a great all-rounder and takes a good beating off the trail but don't take my word for it, always do your research before coming to a conclusion on anything.
Thanks for watching 🤙🏼
@@TheNorthOutdoorsUK thanks man your words might be helpful.
Great channel, did you get your bike from a UK supplier?
Hi Simon, My Himiway Cruiser was made in China and bought from a company based in the US through a German supplier.
Rad Power Bikes sell a carbon copy of my bike in the UK called the Rad Rhino, Rad have a better reputation IMHO.
Thanks for watching 🤙🏼
@4:11 out of curiosity, do you leave your battery on the bike when you winter camp, temperatures below or near zero degrees Celsius, or here in America around 32° f?
I take the battery off the bike during the colder camping seasons and stuff it inside my sleeping bag. When I'm ready to turn in for the night It stays with me inside the tent. I also made a protective sleeve to insulate the battery from external temperatures and to avoid damage when handling.
Just where did you get your roll-up bag?
If you're referring to the pannier bags they were an online purchase. I can't remember what retailer exactly but Ortlieb are global and their products are easy to come across.
great vid, can you tell me where got your bike from. thanks
I bought my Ebike online on the official Himiway website.
All bikes are available in the US and EU as far as I'm aware.
himiwaybike.de
Thank for watching 🤙🏼
👍✌🖖🥃
Where did you get those panniers? I can't find that color anywhere.
A searchterm: Ortlieb Back Roller Classic Olive should bring them up somewhere on the internet
What was the name of the LED brake light?
The brake light is stock and came with the bike. I believe you can purchase one for $19.99 on the official Himiway website.
Are you still active on here?
I sure am. I'll be uploading a couple of videos to the channel over the next few weeks
How on earth can you carry all this gear
All my gear shown in the video fits comfortably in the panniers and backpack.
What is the puncture proof tires you using
I use Kenda Juggernaut K shield 26"X4" Fat tyres. Puncture proof is the manufacturers claim, no inflatable tyre on the market is completely puncture proof. I believe these tyres have a puncture resistant layer, hence the claim.
@@TheNorthOutdoorsUK ok thanks
How can I bought that e bike in india
I can only recommend you email Himiway Bikes directly to ask. Most e-bikes are shipped out of China and perhaps they have an Indian Importer.
You sound english but your clearly not in england, where are you based
Outstanding video!!! Crush your competition with Promo'SM!
Thanks for watching, glad you enjoyed it 👍🏻