8 Must Have Items for Bicycle Touring & Bikepacking
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- Опубликовано: 29 сен 2024
- In this video I present 8 items I always take with me on our adventures. These pieces of gear really add value to any Bicycle Touring & Bikepacking setup!
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☕️ Zyliss Hotmug: geni.us/GgbNF (Amazon)
👟 Altra Lone Peak: geni.us/e1NIf (Amazon)
🎒 Travel Backpack: geni.us/JIde8 (Amazon)
💧 Katadyn Befree Waterfilter: geni.us/FXi2 (Amazon)
🍼 Hydrapak Flux Bottle: geni.us/3UiF6dS (Amazon)
CAMPING & OUTDOOR
😴 Ultimate Outdoor Mattress: geni.us/jSh7J (Amazon)
👍🏼 Must Have Neckwear: geni.us/ljD7z0j (Amazon)
🐾 All Around Slippers: geni.us/8J7v (Amazon)
☔️ Ventilating Rain Jacket: geni.us/t1Ie2q (Amazon)
BICYCLE GEAR
🤜 The Perfect Grips: geni.us/aPKD8F (Amazon)
🍼 Ideal Water Bottle: geni.us/PliS56 (Amazon)
📱 Top Phone Holder: geni.us/MCwtek (Amazon)
🚲 Best Comfort Upgrade: geni.us/EUvIFiJ (Amazon)
CAMERA GEAR
📷 Powerful Camera: geni.us/4AeBn (Amazon)
👁 Kick Ass Travel Lens: geni.us/ol4yi (Amazon)
🚁 Pro Mini Drone: geni.us/QAcOrS6 (Amazon)
👌🏼 360° Action Cam: geni.us/nSnmLI (Amazon)
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Hi Everybody! While gear isn’t everything, it sure can help make things easier and more comfortable. Let us know what your “Must Haves” are? We are curious about things we could be missing out on... Thanks for watching and have a great day, E&M
I love my Aeropress Go, and the filters can be rinsed and used over and over.
I totally understand why ☕️😋 Nice tip there to re-use the filters! Thanks & All the best
I’d have to say the MSR folding bucket/ kitchen sink is a beaut. It’s so small, fits into the palm of your hands and weighs nothing! Yet , when opened up, it’s mega roomy and can hold a nice bucket of hot water, To sit and soak aching feet in is a real treat, to wash clothes in maybe? Even to use to wash and shave in. I won;t be without mine! Thanks for the vid.
my light weight folding chair from helinox
Hi, very often I bring along postcards from my city. When I am being invited by somebody, for example for a one night sleep, I can leave a personal message on the post card saying "thank you". Not heavy at all ;-)
That is a really thoughtful idea! Thank you for sharing. All the best, E&M
In 1981 Bolivian kids received many NZ 2cent coins
I will often just buy a gallon of spring water and just slug down as much as I can , then fill my two stainless frame bottles , if it's really hot. Early AM "pre hydration " is important when doing the coffee thing. . My filter is an older Sawyer that has two bulky bags that look like IV drips . If I have to gather "camp water " later in the day, (I need at least a gallon) I'll try to use that, carrying the extra weight for an hour or so isn't too bad. My latest project is to make some dehydrated meals and foil pouch them, and do the "Mountain House Thing", because I realized this is better Bear hygeine. We now have an exploding black bear population here. I'm also working on snake chaps. Yeah bag liners kinda suck . Coffee! I use a dollar store sink drain screen to filter coffee, add a layer of finer steel mesh cut from a frying pan steamer cover thing , dollar store. Poor Man's french press. Major score: I road salvaged a big ass wide mouth Kleen Kanteen stainless bottle which will be used for soups that will the the "first course" to boost morale while setting up camp. Or even as a "stealth meal". I also go for the free hot water from the coffee machine tap at the gas stations around 4 PM . Ask nicely. Trigger points. Try a lacrosse ball to kick that up a notch. Even better is a roundish stone (not fresh out of the water) that's been heated , put that in a sock and hang it on your chair or lie on it. The heat, (which lasts a long time!) combined with deeper pressure will annihilate any trigger point . Been doing that for years . Never fails. I made a "tick spoon " out of a tiny measuring spoon that I cut a Vee in. Love your gear reviews, always done from long term hardcore research. Prepping up to catch some trout on a nearby river, discovered I can carry everything on a Bob trailer, which has turned out to be pretty awesome.
Great all around tips there Robert! Love your DIY approach 👍🏼 I have to try that hot stone massage some day, sounds great. Wishing you all the best, Tailwinds 🚲🏕 E&M
Your video had me wondering what my must haves would be. I would say for sure our light weight folding chairs. It beats sitting on the ground at our age. I also couldn't do without coffee but we are keeping it simple and while we are out touring we drink instant. I know it's not everyones cup of tea😅 but it does the trick for us. We also have the same backpack. Take care.
Chairs seem to be high on everybody's list! So nice to have 👍🏼 Nothing beats the ease of instant 😉 +1 for the Backpack!! Thanks & All the Best, E&M
Hey Eric! Love everything you guys do. One fatal flaw you don't seem to be aware of is the damage the sun does... You guys are tan, and there is no such thing as a healthy tan... You've increased your danger or getting skin cancers, along with how much you have aged you skin and the blotches as wrinkles it will cause after middle age arrives.
Please be careful! Cyclists are now aware of this and you see a lot more roadies using long sleeves, pants and neck collars to protect themselves. Hikers are using sunhoodies a lot. Us bicycle tourers are way behind on that front... we need to catch up!
Even during summertime I use gloves, and i wet them as needed. Extremities are great for losing warmth, especially when wet.
Also, when it comes to ticks you do one too many checkup a day. Once is fine. Lymes only gets transmitted if they stick to you more than 3 days. I treat my clothes with permethin as per many American's suggestions, and i get very few bugs when using them. I also treat my tarp and groundsheet once in a while. It's a good insect repellent. I bivvy camp here and there, and they will not step on my groundsheet.
White cycling pants help a lot, most ticks come from low grass and bushes, so the bib being white means I can much more easily spot them before they come up. Even my khaki decathlon trekking pants help. Light colors make you more visible to others, and make spots on them more visible to you.
Thanks Pedro, A serious and important topic to discus! We do use sunscreen nowadays on the hands, face and protective lip balm for the lips. Also we wear long sleeved shirts and pants most of the time while also using a buff. We are very aware we have fair skin and burn easily so we take it slow. I believe a tan build slowly over time shouldn't be unhealthy. We evolved as a species outside in sun. I will wet my buff from time to time to get a bit of the effect you describe! Wishing you all the best! P.s. We always learned that ticks make blood contact between 12 and 24 hours and the Borrelia bacteria could be transmitted when that window is opened. We also have experience with heavy tick areas with more than 10 per day with some really small. It is a hassle but better to be safe than sorry. It is also so much easier to check with a partner!
As to the ticks ,if you rub a little Vicks Rub around your ankles it repels them very well ,also smells very nice ,great video guys ,going around Iceland next year after watching your video !
Thanks for the tip Magnus! We will try that. We hope you will enjoy Iceland as much as we did 🍀 Best wishes, E&M
Foe a wannabe cycling tourer, these sound very helpful. I especially like the base layer/ pajama tip. Ride on!
Great to hear David! Wishing you many wonderful miles 🍀
Lots of good choices included. But for us it is our Sena bike to bike coms system. Ultra light weight and after a decade of use on multiple trips the units have proved to be 100% reliable. They transform the shared experience keeping you completely together while the bikes are up to hundreds of metres apart - and they serve as a super safety and navigation sharing device. Transformative is the word.
Thank you Norman 😊 We have our sights on the Sena helmets for a while. Great to hear they are proving to be so valuable for you. We might give them a try some day soon... All the Best, E&M
I did a lot of road bicycle touring, and none of the overland bikepacking. I was always in close enough proximity to water there was no worry. All the bike Packers and long-distance hikers carry water filters. Even when you are not bikepacking or hiking it might be a good idea to keep some of those filters around. You never know when there might be a big change. With the way the world is today things could go sideways.
It brings that bit of extra freedom where you are not reliant to have to find a dedicated source. Also a valuable tool for the survival toolbox!
@@WheelstoWander I would say that is quite true. Anyone who ever got bad water inside themselves would appreciate the value of a good water filter.
Ticks are a nightmare here in Scotland....Even yesterday I did a 105km day trip(on/off road) that had to cross a section of ground with no defined track and meant walking 400m through deep heather...first thing I did at the end was lay the bike down and check/sweep my legs to make sure there were none. I have a hill runner friend and he always posts up on Facebook with each run how many ticks he has removed- like 25 etc, gross... Then there's the midges .... It's why I'm going more to road cycling/touring now- off road and camping/touring is good here but the weather is usually poor and the insects just add a dimension to it that makes me question whether it's worth it(and getting Lymes makes that a "no")
Such a beautiful place to be roaming around. We had our fair share of insects so I can imagine how you feel. Ticks in particular are a nuisance because of disease. We hope you find a good balance. It would be a shame not to enjoy what Scotland has to offer 🍀
Absolutely agree about bringing an compact backpack along. We use the Osprey Ultralight Stuff Pack. It’s 20 litres, and only has one side pocket for a water bottle, but folds up super compact and the stuff sack is integrated into the bag. Not cheap, but we’ve been using ours for 5 years both on and off tour, and it still looks like new.
Great video, as always!
Thank you Peter! That sounds like a worthwhile investment. Tailwinds 🍀
I take my Camelback Mule along. Sometimes on extra dry segments of the rides, this serves as an extra water supply carrier. Other times with the bladder empty, it serves as a place to fill with food supplies, and I strap it to the top of my rear rack. On cold or wet days it is a place to keep a puffer jacket, or a gortex jacket handy, along with warm gloves, or a neck buff, or a beanie. I always keep a pair of rubber washing-up gloves in the bottom for days when the wind and the rain would freeze my hands.
Great tip on the resistance band & tennis ball; very easy fit into the bags, & also good to use/keep in shape when in between/planning the next long distance trips….
Oh, & while not cheap, the Helinox Chair Zero is very lightweight/compact & an absolute game changer around camp.
Looking forward to following your next adventure.
Stay safe guys.
Thanks Mark 😊 Love the idea of the chair zero. A bit expensive but perhaps one of these days... All the Best, E&M
+1 for the Helinox Chair Zero. My bikepacking setup is extremely dialed in with less than 7kg of base weight and for multiple days I would seriously take my chair with me. 500g more, eh.
One more thing I always liked having which I'm sure everyone brings is a good towel. Used it on bike trips for a lot from it's intended use to- pillow, extra (small) blanket, bandages, ground cover for snooze on grass, rag, etc.
An essential addition! We are messing about with different materials and haven't found the perfect one yet... Perhaps you have a recommendation? All the Best
he forgot bike, always bring a bike
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For people that want more strength training while traveling (in general, not just for biking): Two thick long cargo straps with short pieces of PVC pipe/thick garden hose can be a TRX/gymnastic rings. Just gymnastic rings if weight and bulk isn't an issue. Great for inverted rows, pullups in almost any place, ring dips/pushups, sissy squats and so on. Pretty useful, you can also use the straps for your pack or something.
Regular dips can be done on top of any wall or handrail that has a 90° corner. Add weight with a backpack if you can do more than 15-20 bodyweight dips.
Also with a heavyish pack you can do a lot of stuff like somersault squats, one leg deadlifts, Bulgarian split squats and so on. You really don't need a lot of weight with these even if you are pretty strong.
I have seen water bags (like a sandbag) that hold up to 20 liters or so. Would be interesting, but haven't tried.
If you travel often by car, kettlebells are great for that. Make sure to strap them securely so they don't become a canon ball in an accident. When traveling alone, I put them behind a seat and loop the seatbelt through and clip it in.
Carrying a person up and down a staircase was a staple leg exercise before barbells were invented. Don't go to failure though.
And yeah, elastic bands are great too. I wouldn't go too heavy, I find a light or medium one for high reps works best.
Towel pullups are good as well for grip strength or if you find a place you can't do regular pullups from.
Of course, when cycling or hiking every day, you will probably not need too many leg exercises. I would still do stuff like deep prying goblet squats, cossack squats or Bulgarian split squats and somersault squats. Even for just the loaded stretching.
my "must have" is my nitecore "new" P12 flashlight. Not only at night but also for in poorly or none lit tunnels but still looking for the smaller light with the same or better result.
Maudi has a similar light she always takes. A "must have" for her too! Hope you find your replacement!
I take an old tube cut and with a "bungy" hook at either end for tying around my hips and the other end to my seat post to haul bike uphill. It's much more efficient when walking uphill over rough ground, and is excellent as a baggage tie-down.
Interesting idea! Thanks for the tip :)
I use a front wheel drive CruzBike recumbent which works the upper body as well as the legs. I would never ride any other bike. I have my clothes treated with Permethrin Insect Repellent. It works for ticks (kills on contact) and mosquitos.
I had a look at it. An interesting bike design for sure. Great to hear it is working out so well for you! I will do some research on Permethrin too. Thanks!
I am 68 and bicycle camping. My back needs support while resting so I add cushion under my sleeping bag.
Great to hear you still enjoy being out! We wish you many more wandering years 🙏🏼 All the best!
Nice video! I would replace the coffee with a corkscrew however :). I have several thoughts on gear we use, but I have kept it to safety issues:
* An emergency blanket which doubles as an extra insulation under your matress.
* A bike light which doubles as a head light.
* Reflective safety vest / straps / tape or whatever you prefer.
Have a safe ride!!
Thanks :) Safety is most important! We have taken a emergency blanket in the past but we never used it so it isn't in our kit anymore. Still valuable to have though. We would love a dedicated bike and headlight. The options we have seen are a bit clumsy. Perhaps you have the solution...? We have a safety vest tucked away and use it from time to time. Another must have item!
All the best!! E&M
@@WheelstoWander In my opinion an emergency blanket is like a first aid kit: you hope you never need one, but you don't leave it at home either...
About the bike light/headlight: I bought a pretty affordable one from the Tiger Wolf brand. It's got some drawbacks, but overall I'm pretty satisfied.
Drawbacks: bulky (compared to a leightweight head lamp); the bike bracket isn't very solid (fixable with an extra bolt); the ring that holds the lens is a bit loose (fix it with thread locker).
Advantages: 700 lumen max. focusable beam gives you a great sight on the road; battery can be 3x AAA or 1x 18650 which can also be charged with your phone charger (if you buy one with a USB port).
All the best too for both of you! Paul.
If you use battery / accu lights on the bike - I like to double up with my headlamp. If one fails, I'll still have the other.
For longer tours mounted lights are probably better - especially if you have an ebike, dynamo...
You can actually reuse the Aeropress paper filters. If there’s coffee crud leftvn then after removing the filter, just wash them down with your water bottle.
Super video. Good information. Going to get the french press coffee mug for sure.
My "luxury" item is an REI ultralight flex chair. Helionox makes one too. Beats sitting on the ground and is comfortable on the back
Thank you Alethea! Happy to hear you liked it :) Those chair are nice! We have ones from Aliexpress but they are a bit heavy. Contemplating on a lighter version but they are expensive... All the best!
Yes! Gotta have a chair. Need to be comfortable after a long day of riding. Helinox is out of my price range. I got a knock off from Amazon during prime day. Must have luxury item in my mind.
Very useful info. I always make sure I wear a good pair of glasses to protect my eyes from, sun, cold, insects, and branches, etc.
Thank you Beverly! I like to wear my sunglasses a lot and thinking of adding a clear pair for the reasons you mentioned. All the best!
A cheap pair would do fine. Almost any plastic blocks UV very very well. Same for insects, branches and so on. So no need to buy very expensive sunglasses.
It's a myth that cheap glasses destroy your eyes (if you buy plastic lenses, when glass lenses, only buy good ones).
Love the channel!
Thousands of kilometers over land and sea and air; and nobody discusses how they do hygiene and their biz... you know; bathroom stops (toilet paper and / or wipes?), bathing, washing hair, hands & cleaning the dishes and utensils. I understand that its a personal thing, would like to hear one channel's take on the topic(s).
That's a great topic to dive into! Thanks & Best wishes
Thanks for all your videos 😊 I've done a few long tours since 2018 and have got to the same answers, more or less, as you for gear. I do love my Helinox chair though, I am 65 and it's well worth the money for some camping comfort 😊 I have watched lots of your videos and love your calm and positive attitudes. Whenever I find something challenging I channel a bit of "what would Eric and Maudi do" and get to feel more positive!! Safe travels ❤
Hi Sarah! Thank you for your lovely words 😊 We hear many people talking about the Helinox chairs (zero). Very tempted to try the lightweight version. We love to have a bit more comfort too 😉 Wishing you all the best, Tailwinds, E&M
I love my aeropress with metal filter. It is a little bulky but makes great brew and is easy to clean.
Hi there when you went to Japan how did you transport you bikes and if so where did you store you’re bike boxes?
We packed them in boxes! We got new ones (from a card box dumpster) when we left.
@@WheelstoWander thanks for reply what did you do with your box’s when you arrived
Tennis ball in long sock works perfectly
Great tip!
Always interesting I often wondered about your coffee and didn’t realise the filter was reusable, great idea and better than instant coffee
It works a treat :) and way better than instant!!
The gsi h2jo is a great simple solution for filtered coffee. It fits any nalgine bottle. Loved your information video Eric, especially the tennis ball.
Thanks Robert! Really interesting product, we will check it out! 😉 Great you liked the tennis ball. Effective and the cheapest thing to recommend! All the best
Great video E&M. In regards to ticks and solo travellers, it's not very easy checking our own backs. Any additional tips there?
I love the examples you used for video shots! Angles I'd never thought of before. Very cool!
Thanks 😊 When going solo I use a mirror to be able to check difficult spots. Some spots are just really hard to see though or even try and remove ticks from when spotted. As a solo traveller trying to avoid ticks is even more important! Happy to hear you loved the camera angles! All the best
Have your clothes treated with Permethrin insect repellent (Google it). It also works for mosquitoes and flies. I road the whole perimeter of the US and never saw a tick.
As always fantastic tips
I do shoulder rolls as I ride too keep shoulders and upper back loose ❤️😊
😊 Thanks Weedhopp! I do a lot of those too 👍🏼 Best wishes
@@WheelstoWander you are most welcome 😊✌️
Interesting, though some stuff are essential (like water filter) and others much less (I don't drink coffee). In health prevention, I would recommend a first aid kit.
I have an important question: what's your bike model?
First Aid Kit: obvious and important 👍🏼 The bike is a Giant Boulder Breeze.
Hi, thanks for this. I recently cycled Cherbourg ferry port to Bilbao ferry port in October. Greenways and camping, on an electric cargo bike (I'm older and it's not a competition okay :) ) My essential kit was as follows: Power Master 13A TO 16A Fly lead socket converter for charging in campsites, Yeti Hopper soft cooler, duct tape, black cable ties, spare spokes in saddle post, bicycle multitool, colour-coded cloths, merino wool thermal layers, tarpaulin, Sky to Summit self-inflating memory foam mattress, superglue, Pro Bike Tool mini hand pump with gauge, Gritin LED head torch, BigBlue 14W foldable solar phone charger, Vulpine merino wool padded boxer shorts, Piz Buin suncream (sweat resistant), Decathlon memory foam saddle pad, Gaiam folding yoga mat, stuff sacks, Decathlon phone holder for JBL Bluetooth speaker. This year I'm taking the dog in the cargo bucket and towing a Burley Nomad trailer with the kit. The tent is Big Agnes Blacktail 2 (with vestibule).
That’s sounds like a fantastic trip with some quality gear to enjoy. It’s not about speed for us either 😉 Thanks & All the best!
Experience is perfect. Thanks. (What’s this bike)
A great sleeping pad is key for me. There are a ton of options from different manufacturers... no one can function well without a good sleep!! Thanks for putting out so many excellent videos 👍
For sure!! It's high up my list too. Best wishes & Thank you 😊
I love the Altra trail runners. I use them for hiking. They're like a miracle shoe. Before I got fitted for my Altra's I would often lose toe nails on long mountain hikes. The extra room in the toe box prevents my toes from jamming into the front of the shoe on the downhills saving my toenails.
Great to hear that! My favourite shoes so far 😊
I had some Altra Superiors in extra-wide (for my x-wide feet 🙄)
Most comfortable footwear I ever had 😀
Very cool setup. I'm thinking of a tour. I used to ride a lot in my 20s and thought a US tour could be great.
Definitely! The US has so much to offer. Wishing you lots of fun :)
My luxury items have to be the ortlieb mesh outer pockets. One attached to each rear pannier.
They are very handy for carrying extra food that you will be eating that day, or transporting food to camp, when you go shopping..... Including a cold beer or 2.
Hurry up with your next trip so we can see some more videos. Xxx
Those are nice, especially the included cold beer 😉 Videos in the making... All the best 🍀
I love that Decathlon was featured! I've found some great value products at that shop, Including my bike :)
Nice to hear that! Enjoy the ride 👌🏼
With the aeropress, make the coffee very strong to split for 2 people and top up with hot water.
That's what we do! Thanks 👍🏼
if you like the tennis ball, try a lacrosse ball..a little heavier/ love my Altras with darn tough socks
I will look out for one and I should try the darn toughs. Heard many good things about them. All the best!
The "clever dripper" coffee maker gives same results as aero press and uses normal paper filters. Not many places do them though. Thank for vids. 🇬🇧
I have my eye on the clever dripper. It's a bit heavy and bulky though... Thanks for sharing your take on it!! Best wishes
So your advice is: buy stuff
Hi, for the coffee: we are using the jogo straw for a while now. Very small and light. Great coffee
Nice idea! Another one for the "to try" list 😉 Thanks!
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Thank you so much! We are happy you enjoy the videos 😊 Wishing you all the best!
Great tips guys, for charging i use s 4 layer folding solar panel, strap it on top of the rear panniers/tent bag, works well in the sun😂
Thank you Gar 😊 Happy to hear the solar panel is working out! Tailwinds 👌🏼
i personally dont drink coffee
No longer use the Purs or Katadyns as they do not filter toxic herbicides. My filter of choice for the past 20 or so years for this task are the Seychelles. Wouldn’t cross the Midwest without one…
Interesting, I will have a look at those! Best wishes
You don't recommend cycling shoes with clips for long distance touring?
I don't as I am off the bike as much as on. Clips work better only in a few specific instances, many not applicable to touring.
Which rear rack do you use? :)
Great video Eric.
A foldable solar charger is a 'must have' for us. Freedom from mains electricity.
Duvet jacket AND trousers when temperatures drop.
@barriener, What devices are you running/charging, and what solar panel are you using, how many W?
Thank you Barrie! We heard a lot of good things about solar chargers. Do you find the are easily managed when keeping them pointed at the sun? I really like the duvet trouser idea 🔥😉 All the best!!
Why don't you use disc brakes instead of rim brakes ?
My frame doesn't support disc brakes. I would love to try them.
The aeropress paper filters are reusable, just let them dry and you're go for another round of coffee.
We reuse them because we always need 2 brews at least 😉 Thanks for the tip!
My tip is a SON dynamo , a Rohloff hub with a chain( NO BELT!!) and Hebie chainglider..This combination wil take you anywhere. Just saying.
Would love that upgrade! Why the chain instead of the belt? Thanks!
@@WheelstoWander chain is cheaper, more forgiving ( tortion forces) and Just as dureble. Belt only last 25000 km tops. A good chain + chainglider can do tha too. Another point is the resistaince of the belt i find it heavier to ride.
allways carry some baby wipes and some waterless hand soap
Nice addition!
I am new to bike packing. Do you ever use clips ons?
No we don't use them as we like to be able to shuffle our feet around and wear normal shoes.
My must have item is Fishnet underwear, from Norway. It is comfortable against the skin as a base layer wicking moisture away from the skin to the mid layer. When the fishnet is covered by a mid-layer it not only wicks moisture away but the holes in the fishnet become insulation. In the summer wear a ventilation shirt, the fishnet cools the body. Very comfortable to sleep in. I wear mine year around in the city and on the trail. I bought an alpaca rectangular bag. In warm weather it is my sleeping bag, In cooler temperatures a Nija suite and the alpaca bag is workable. In cold weather it is my bottom layer under my quilt. Very comfortable. At 82 I now stay home when it is below -30C . The alpaca iw usable on the couch at home for a cold , snowy day nap.
I have seen those garments and have wondered about them. Great to hear you have such positive experiences with them. I will look into trying some for myself. Thanks and all the best!
I failed to mention I have been wearing fishnet since the early 1970's. If you get a chance to read Colin Fletchers book The Complete Walker 1968. Please find a copy if you have not read it. I think it is the best e\gear book every written on backpacking. He talks about the value of Fishnet. His special ops unit wore it in WWII. He was a very good story teller
Super as ever Eric, i really like your calm way of presentation in your videos. So, how did you power your electronics? I looked at your website and your other videos but couldn´t find it.I noticed on your bike build video that you had a cable running down the front fork, think that was for the speedometer? Or did you use a hub for charging? thanks!
First: my wife and I really enjoy watching your videos, so thank you for making them and sharing your adventures! About gear, it's not your typical gear, but I think a saddle is one of the most important things on a bike when touring. A couple of videos ago you mentions testing a new saddle. I was wondering: how is that saddle holding up for you. I'm riding a Brooks, but getting the hammock treatment, so looking for something else. Thanks and have a good day!
Yesj, naajsj fitioow! I asjume beesjt on tie eksent you are from hollant. Do you hef goot adfaaisj for biketracking trailsj in hollant? I am planning a trip to Gggroningen soow am looking fot naaisj routes.
Hi Patrick! Ja, we komen uit Holland. Er zijn niet veel bikepacking trails maar een startpunt zou kunnen zijn 'Het Pieterpad', welke ook beschikbaar is voor de fiets. Bikepacking.com heeft wellicht ook een aantal routes in Nederland. Succes & Veel plezier!
@@WheelstoWanderbedank!!! Ga ik zeker eens checken. Keep up the great work (jullie video’s zijn echt inspirerend 👍)
I love altras!!!!!!
Its important to highlight you need a water purifier which is stronger that a water filter! And get one of the best aproved and recommended once in the market
Perfect.
Thanks for sharing your precious experiences.
Thank you for such a great advices 😊. My recommendation is a good MultiTool with pliers. Leatherman Wave is a good solution 👌, not heavy, but very functional 🤗
Thanks :) We have the Rebar 👍🏼 Love it! The Wave is fantastic too! Tailwinds 🍀
I wish one day I will have one bike too 🥺
We hope you will be able to get one 🍀
toilet paper -- in a zip lock bag!
Nice tip! Thanks
I LOVE ALTRA SHOES
Nice!
Must have? ResMed AirMini travel CPAP for sleep apnea therapy and 4ALLFAMILY Medication Cooler to keep Diabetes medication cool, along with power banks to power them.
I have family with diabetes so I know how important medication is. Good to know that there are dedicated options for travellers, also for sleep apnea! Take care & All the best
Tarpaulin is one of my must haves- used for sitting on the ground when we take breaks & under the tent when ground is very wet. Also fabric shopping bags that pack down small, can be used for collecting provisions or carrying extra gear on the bike
Nice! We have both used those in the past. I would love to include a lightweight tarp again for rainy or harsh sunny moments. We are looking at transforming our groundsheet for that... Tailwinds!!
Always great info! Thank you and safe riding, waiting for the Morocco series 😎
Thank you Omare 😊.The Moroccan series is hopefully underway soon... 🤞🏼
Great tips / ideas
Thanks 😊 All the Best, E&M
I’m doing multimodal tours with a Brompton. So for me I took an Ikea Dimpa bag, with holes cut in it to allow the roller wheels through, which were then reinforced with gaffer tape. This way I could go through the Eurostar terminal and other places where the bike had to be in a bag, while still being able to roll it along the ground like a suitcase, and when off the bike it made a great waterproof mini tarp to sit on.
Aside from that bring a n95 because getting ‘rona on the train, then ending up sick in the middle of a festival and being stuck isolating in my tent for days while everyone else is partying wasn’t fun, then I had to ride back while still sick, would have been good to increase my chances of avoiding that
Cool hack there with the bag to be able to easily taking your Brompton on public transport! Health & Best wishes!
#5. Those sox appear to be from my old stomping grounds of Goreme Turkey. Still wearing mine 20 years.
😊 I believe we did buy some socks in Turkey... not 100% sure... 20 years is amazing!!
Could you send or more details
Of action cameras in 😊
We will perhaps do a video... Would that interest you?
@@WheelstoWander yes of course
Hi Eric, great video again. Loved the cam holder advice as I had mine on my handle bar bag but that's not ideal. Question: do you already have a special about the tires you use? You use different profile tires for different trips? Maybe even swop them when projected roads will change significantly for the next 2000 km or so?
Thanks 😊 We are using the Schwalbe Super Moto-X (26"x2,40") for a while now and they are great. A road oriented thread which works Ok on off road too. We like to use one dedicated type of tyre for different terrain. Always a bit of a compromise. We do ride off road more and more but take it slow and easy so no real need for super specific thread patterns. Our wheel size is a bit limiting as there are several other candidates we would love to try with a bit more grip for off road though. All the Best, E&M
I purchased a pair of these trailrunners when this video was first released. 9 months ago. Absolutely best footwear i have ever worn for any event. Thes shoes are amazing!
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That's great to hear! I am on my second pair and I love them. Thanks & All the best!
I have a French press coffee system that is a bit bulky but one can make two small cups of coffee in morning for 2 people. 13:11
I like a french press! Very good taste, I might tinker around with that some more for bike touring...
Hello, Great tip with the tennisball! My favorite neck stretch is like this: Put one arm on the back in a 90 degree position. Grab the hand with the other hand just behind the hip. Lean your head towards the side of the hands and you will get a nice stretch from the shoulder up to the ear. Change over for the other side. Very nice to do at the breaks during a bikeday.🙂🚲
Hey! Thank you for the tip. I tried it and I could feel a really nice stretch. Best wishes 😊
Number 6 is probably the most useful for me in this checklist. I wanted to buy a liner, but what you said makes much more sense.
Thanks! I hope this also works for you! All the best
thx Eric for the video
You too Zeck 🙏🏼 All the best
Good to see you Prince Eric. Water and coffee do belong at the top of list! Let's go to 100k subs.
Thanks 😊 They make a great pair ☕️🙏🏼 All the best!
Always great to hear from you and thank you for sharing your tips and tricks! Be well.
Thank you too Martin 😊 All the Best, E&M
thanks Eric for your wise words, looking forward to many more quality videos
Thanks so much Reece 😊 Best wishes and more videos coming up...
For the ticks there are way smaller, cheaper and more compact tools in plastic who allow to extract the tick by turning it on itself, work super well, as seen with my mom who catches a lot of ticks in her garden and have to use the tool often on her or the cats...
We have used those and in our experience they don't work that well with smaller ticks.
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Thanks, good rides and blessings for you two.
Thanks 😊 All the Best, E&M
Great video
Can u share what’s the bar end u are using behind u in the video? Thank u 😊
Thanks :) They are the SQlab innerbarends! All the best
A red nose makes me trust you :), after the last two days on bike turing I have the same ;)
Haha, nice! Thanks ;) Tailwinds!!
Another very informative video. Thanks and take care, Al
Thanks so much Al 😊🍀 All the Best, E&M
The shoes look good but what a incredible price
They are pricy indeed! There are nice deals to be found online. Also the older models can be more affordable and still perform great.
I love my Aeropress, it makes a perfect cup of great tasting coffee every time. It’s not lightweight, but it isn’t too heavy either and the great brew makes it worthwhile. Thanks for the vid.
Nice 😊 Wish they had a bigger and lighter version at the same time 😁 Thanks & All the Best
@@WheelstoWander I fill the cylinder twice with hot water, using one level scoop of good ground coffee. That makes near as Damn it, .5L of real nice rich coffee. I pour it immediately into an insulated flask. I drink half as I’m packing camp and getting on the move. Half an hour or so into my biking I drink some more. It’s a great morning coffee routine that I even use at home. Thanks for your vids.
as a long haul biker I truly can say your advises are absolutely great !
Thanks so much Elena 😊 All the Best, E&M
I'd like to try the Altra running shoes, but I recently got plantar fasciitis and now I need more arch support. I don't think zero drop is for everyone. I'm wondering if other cyclists have had this problem and what kind of shoes they use to prevent it. Thanks.
I hope you find a pair suitable for your condition. Perhaps an sole insert like 'Superfeet' could help. All the best!
Takes a year or so to transition to zero / barefoot shoes. Don’t rush. Eventually your feet will strengthen up, hopefully counteracting PF.
What great ideas! I'm coming through Europe this year, it would be brilliant to pedal into you guys
Thank you 0Stella 😊 Who knows how roads may cross... Have fun and Tailwinds 🍀
@@WheelstoWander thank you!
Great tips M8. I'd put coffee at number 1.... but that's just me :-) LOL !
Thanks!! Secretly coffee is my number one too 😋 All the best
@@WheelstoWander -- We are kindred spirits ☕😃👍
Perfect.
Hi. I have one question, what internet provider you was using in US?
We haven't been to the US yet!
@@WheelstoWander Oyyy yeeee, you are wright, my mistake. Take care
I like your video's very much!
Thanks 😊 All the Best
Thanks for information 👍
😊 Happy to hear that!! All the best