🚲 How do you like the set up? Are you Team ''Bikepacking'' or a decent pannier bags user? Let me know !!⬇ ⭕Here is a list of stuff I use! linktr.ee/gearlist 0:00 Intro 01:50 Products 02:19 Fork mounts & sleep system 04:53 Front rack 08:05 Snack bag 08:56 Frame bag & Top tube bag 10:54 Aeroe Spider Rack 13:42 Bottle cage 14:28 Why back to panniers?
I ride my (Ti) Omnium cargo. I made some smaller bags/storage for some smaller stuff, but I carry just about anything in my 100L Sealline Pro duffel, which has some nice backpacking straps, making it easy to carry the bike over boulders/trees/streams etc.
Hello Cheerio - just wanted to say that you greatly inspired me to get into bike packing. Did my first trip this past weekend, 120 miles round-trip and camped for 2 days. It was a lot of fun. I just wanted to say "thank you" for making these videos and sharing your journey!
Much as the 'bikepacking' bit is super sexy right now, it just seems that great lengths are gone to in order to carry 'the stuff'. Pannier bags just let you shove in what you want - and you have the top of the back rack to pile more on if you wish. :) I enjoy your videos.
What was a real game changer for me was a really good bike stand that can hold the weight of the bike with all the luggage on it easily. That means I can simply kick out the stand and all that weight and pressure is totally away from my mind and body (overheated maybe) and I can stop anywhere put out the stand and step back from the bike and relax! This is one of the sturdiest I found but my new bike has no mounting points so Im confused how to install it but I literally just turned my cooker on by mistake and could smell burning and I realised its because Im having to lean it. The other thing I learned is to get some ergonomic grips so my hands dont go to sleep while riding and that has changed the whole experience massivly as well as a gel saddle cover. I like your set up thank you for sharing your wisdom and current choice of equipment.
Your setup reminds me of those old wooden sailing ships with dozens of sails getting smaller and smaller the higher up they were. Watching your videos is part of my motivation for taking my first bike touring holiday next week. However, I have borrowed a dog trailer and will be just chucking all of my stuff into it. If my week is a success I will buy something a bit more sophisticated.
Sure works for you! But for me is to chaotic, to many straps, bottles and dry bags. A combination of small ortlieb bikepacking panniers, frame bag, ortlieb fork bags and if necessary a bikepacking handlebar. Enjoy your travels
As one without a car I've nearly perfected the art (sometimes frustration) of lashing groceries on my bars. Not ideal for long stretches, but works in a pinch when camp is just a couple miles.
Good stuff! Loved this runthrough of all your gear. But i'd totally like to know about all the electronics you bring along as well, which batteries you use, are you using solar power, etc, etc. When you have the time :). Ride safe!
I will definitely do a “electronic stuff” video, as so many of you guys are interested in my filming equipment! I am using a big blue solar panel+ multiple powerbanks with various mah
To protect my bike frame from the bikepacking bags and straps from rubbing, I washed and dried the bike properly, and then wrapped it in a clear vinyl-like wrapper. It was a whole day’s work, but I didn’t want my bike to look all scrapped up at the end of a couple tours.
Panniers are the easiest way to start imoh, but I appreciate innovations in recent years. Very nice ..thanks for sharing! Currently my main DNS😁 is an old pair of Ortlieb Back-Rollers, a half-frame bag (bottles still fit in tradition cages) and either a handlebar bag or a stem-mount bottle bag. My first trip I used a 40 Liter backpack and a small seatbag (not recommended). Then I got a basic rear rack, strapping on a tent and dry bags ..also carrying the same backpack (still awful but lighter). It's what I had/ could afford and worked well enough for 3-4 day trips. It's great to see different set-ups on the roads and trails- trailers, ultra-minimalists and even recumbents. Let's get out there!
That's how I feel about panniers. One big hole where everything get lost inside. 😂 in a setup like this (similar to my own) everything has a specific place, which is easy to remember.
I would be interested to know your experience with the Aeroe Spider Rear Rack. Especially in terms of stability and durability, since the carrier is attached exclusively to the rear stays and has no support on the seat stay. How long have you been riding with it? Has it shown any weaknesses? Do the screws loosen over time? Is the frame scratched on the rear stays?
Hey Cheerio, just discovered your channel and binged almost all videos in a few days.😅 I was wondering if you have considered maybe doing a Q&A video? I think a lot of your audience would love to have a chance to ask you many stuff. Greetings from Croatia and keep on peddaling 💪
Oh yes, I know these tyre levers that bend. I would recommend the yellow Continental tyre levers for MTB/touring, these are the best in my opinion. Ah, and yes, please do a video about your electronics equipment and charging stuff, thank you.
@@giantcheerio we don't have that brand here in Australia but it looks like a great bike! So I'm intrigued with your sandals, what led you to cycle with plastic sandals?
Hola , te sigo hace poco tiempo ,pero ya e visto muchos de tus videos por españa y me encanto ver y saber que practicas ciclismo y bikepacking con sandalias jajaja , me parece genial !! te felicito por tu opcion de vida y elegir la libertad del ciclismo aventura ...saludos !!
That's a well packed setup! Are you comfortable leaving all of this alone when you go inside grocery stores? Do you take your valuables like electronics with you inside?
I don’t know about her, but I have one bag - a messenger pannier - that’s designated to carry my expensive stuff and sensitive stuff like passport, ID, wallet, etc. when I go into a store or something, I just take that bag. It’s the Timbuk2 Shift Pannier Messenger, so it comes off and attaches very easily and quickly.
I tour with ortlieb two rear two front and a handle bar bag. The handle bar bag is my electronics and valuables. I remove this bag when ever I leave my bike.
@@giantcheerio there is a device, which starts beeping out loud and in your celular too in the case the bike would be moved, which is attachable to the frame.
Thanks, that was fun to watch! I use panniers and it still takes me forever, FOREVER, to get packed up in the morning. That would hold me back from using a bikepacking system like this. Half the day would be gone before I'd have everything back in its place! Bikepacking gear does look so cool though :)
Just a tip for newcomers consider a good sidestand difficult to find in UK the Dutch always have it sussed , it's really awkward trying to hold a bike up and load a bike even with a couple of bags also remember you need space for food and a bottle of wine/beer. Both bulky and heavy. Enjoy.
Great setup! Actually I would like to know what you carry with you in your electronic bags :). I am going on a big bike trip as well and I am wondering how things will work with charging, battery life , also charging opportunities, does the solar pannel really work that well, how much electronics do you even have etc. you could talks about that, which would be very interesting.
Looks like you've got it figured out very well. I was wondering if you have any interest in eventually getting a hub generator so you could run your lights and charge your devices on the go? Two brands I'm familiar with are SON and SP. The SON is German made and very high quality but naturally kind of pricey. The SP is Taiwanese made and much more affordable but the quality seems quite good also.
Interesting set up you have….it looks like you are carrying a lot of weight. Is that a problem for you. I am planning my set up so I am looking at all the options. Do you use a solar panel to power your devices? Have you toured the UK?
I am definitely carrying a lot but I got used to it. Everything I carry is essential for my life on the road. A friend once said: "carry like a camel, live like a king"😄. I am using a big blue 28w solar panel :)
Great walk-through video. How much does your bike luggage weigh in total? And how long does it take you in the morning to load up the bike after a night's camping?
Bike + luggage is around 45 kg. But it depends on how much water and food I carry. To get ready in the morning I need 1h if I don’t rush. (Always need at least 2 cups of coffee before heading off)
Love to finally see your set up!! I'm always adapting to what I learn. I use panniers on the front with a rack & Wald basket, saddle bag and aeroe rack on the rear! (I prefer weight on the front).
Thank you for the informative video GC & it looks like you have a great set-up! Once you switch to the panniers you can organize your stuff in the various Ortlieb dry bags just as you do now while storing them in your the panniers instead. I use different color dry bags to store stuff so I can find everything in the panniers more easily. You look incredibly fit, healthy, & accomplished so don't listen to that dude that claimed you look sad. He likely doesn't look half as good as you do as we should all be so fortunate! 🙂 Also, like you I use flat pedals and addidas 5 -10 bike shoes on my 2022 Kona Sutra touring bike & also when I'm bikepacking on my 2021 GT Grade carbon bike. IMO it's way more practical & comfortable for riding and walking about than clipping into cleated pedals when bike touring. So once again do what you're most comfortable with & don't listen to a bunch of roadies that never haul heavy gear & claim you need to use cleated pedals. I've been using Schwalbe G-One All-Around 700x40 tires on my GT Grade similar to what you're using & find them to be quite versatile for pavement or gravel. Your 8bar bike looks absolutely awesome for bikepacking! Keep up the great work GC, if you're ever touring in the U.S. I'm on warmshowers in the Cary, NC area. Take care, stay safe, & happy riding! Mark
Hello. I carry a Waterdrop filter gravity filter system for 2 reasons. 1) I can filter any water source and do not have to tons of heavy water. When I’m getting low I begin looking for any source, streams, rivers,lakes,garden hoses etc. The Waterdrop system can handle it all. 2) In Western Canada our well or tap water on some farms is bad tasting again the filter takes care. Enjoyed the video. Be well and stay safe. John in Alberta
Great set-up. That's the beauty of bikepacking, we're all different yet we're all the same. Anyway do you find your chain wears out quickly with the 1x system ? Would you or have you tried a 2x set-up. ?
@@giantcheerio Thank you. If it works for you, then it's right 👍. I've not tried it tbh, but the exteme angles of the chain (in different gears) got me thinking about accelerated chain wear that's all. Maybe it's time for me to upgrade. Take care now.
Happy to see you've put the Aeroe spider rack through its paces! I'm about to embark on my maiden voyage with it for a few weeks on the GDMBR, excited to see how everything holds up. I really like attaching a rear light (Cygolite Hotshot) to the rear of the rack. Cheers!
Just discovered this video. Very helpful and informative. While I'm nowhere near as a serious bikepacker like yourself, I finally bought the Aero Spider Rack and I love that thing. A little pricey but so worth it since I didn't want to put a traditional rack on my gravel bike. I traveled with it on RAGBRAI last month and went 100% self-support. Many cyclists thought the rack was neat and some liked my setup that they took pictures of my bike. It was similar to your except I didn't use a front rack and didn't carry as many dry bags as yourself. I estimate the extra weight to be 50 lbs if not more. Nice work.
Once I chipped my tooth very badly with one of those jumbo cords that you are using on the front rack. Just because it slipped under tension when I was trying to undo them. The moment in the video when i saw them just gave me a flashback. So, be careful 😉
did i mis something: Backpacking Setup Explanation: Biking gear Transition from panniers to bikepacking setup Explanation of why switching to bikepacking Fork Mounts & Sleep System: Two dry bags on each side of the front fork Use of Fix Plus straps and cargo cages Sleeping equipment, including sleeping bag, inlet, and pillow Groundsheet Rain gear (jacket and neoprene socks) Front Rack: Pelago Funflex size large Two small dry bags under the front rack Tools for bike maintenance First aid kit Tire levers Snack Bag: Eight-bar snack bag Plastic bags Headlamp Trash bags Petrol stove Frame Triangle (Frame Bag & Top Tube Bag): Earthly frame bag with a roll-top Tools for bike maintenance First aid kit Chain oil Clothes Toiletry bag Top tube bag Headphones Power bank Bottle Cages and Storage on Top Tube: Quad Lock phone holder GPS device GoPro mount Coffee maker Coffee cup Lock for the bike Ukulele Aeroe Spider Rack: Arrow Spider rear rack Two dry bags on the left and right sides of the rack Clothes Toiletries Tent poles Tailpipe Coffee cup Water bag (missing) Lock for the bike Bottle Cage Stabilizer: Seat bag stabilizer for holding water bottles Switching Back to Panniers: Explanation of the decision to switch back to panniers for the World trip
Thanks for the video. The electronics bag/setup would be interesing in my opinion, for two reasons. First is that you make videos, so you need something to record, some way to backup and someting to edit on. Having all this would have been a lot of gear a few years ago. How do you manage it? Second is the question of lights setup. How do you manage having enough light/power? Do you use powerbanks, backup lights?
Hallo Giant Cheerio! Ich folge dir nun seit einer Weile und ich finde es so inspirierend zu sehen wie du mit dem Fahrrad unterbistn Ich bin gerade 1 Monat antlang der nordischen Atlantikküste mit dem Fahrrad gefahren. Leider ist mein Zelt nun ziemlich durch und ich brauche ein neues… Bist du mit deinem Exgon zufrieden? Kannst du es empfehlen? Danke für deine Antwort! Grüsse in die Türkei aus der Schweiz!
Hello from Paris! I think you have way too many individual bags. Too much manipulation that takes time and not practical in case of emergency like a storm or a deluge =p. For my European tour I plan: - A PACK AÉROBAR RACING bag (2.5L) from Apidura (the French touch =)) €104.00 (for my drone) and put my speaker on top with the elastic straps of the bag attached to a Profile Design Supersonic Ergo+ 50 extension SLC 250€ for comfort on long routes. PS: the restrap "RACE AERO BAR BAG 7L" 120€ can also do the trick but I avoid overloading the front for maneuverability so I took the Apidura. - A "LONG RACING UPPER TUBE PACK (2L)" bag from apidura €86.00 for the usb hub of my hub dynamo, my external battery, the arm warmers/knee pads, the snacks and basic tools for my shorts for the cold and rainy weather. - A "Tubus Tara Lowrider" front luggage rack (Max payload: 18 kg) 70€ with an "ORTLIEB Gravel-Pack 2x12.5L" 120€ for the "sleeping bag and mattress" on one side then the tent on the right. Just that in the saddlebags because it lets the material breathe and prevents it from being too compressed and therefore extending the life of the latter. - A "TUBUS logo classic" rear luggage rack (Max payload: 26 kg or 10 kg more than your spider) 80€ and an "ORTLIEB Gravel-Pack - 2x12.5L" 120€ for clothes and other little things. - An ORTLIEB Rack-Pack - 31L" €80 on the two rear panniers (attachable via the straps of the two side panniers as well as a handle on the seat post) for everything you need for cooking. PS: instead of the Gravel-pack, you can use "Sport-Roller Plus 2x12.5L" 112€ or even "Back rollers plus 2x20L" 131€ if you need more space. You can always use your dry bags for sensitive business such as electronics, sleeping (both front panniers). I hope I did not forget anything. Can't wait to see the rest of your adventure. Take care, have fun, but be careful on the road =)
Thanks for the video! Would love to know how you make videos, photos, which equipment you use most of the time, etc. Whenever i bike travel, i take my Lumix camera with me, but never actually use it, and end up regretting both bringing it and not using it ) All the best
Super run down of your gear. Thanks for calling out the bag sizes. Kudos for having a proper first aide kit. Just a suggestion. As you leave Europe and get into less developed areas you might want to invest in a water filter that filters out viruses, such as MSR Guardian or a Grayl. Iodine tablets work too. Happy travels
Great setup! If you cycle through Andalusia agai, would love to meet up for coffee in the Axarquia. One question, how heavy is your bike? I am researching into weight to plan a trip. I am siming to lose weight myself to about 70kg but am wondering about the bike weight. Thsnks a lot!
I’m using panniers: 2 in the front, 2 in the back+ a rack pack. Happy with it. With all the straps you need to fix, it must take you a long time to prepare your bicycle every morning?
I have those exact tyre leaves & they snapped on first use. I have a serious melt down indeed. Solution: Find some old fashioned spoons/forks & cut the handles off
I highly recommend the Quick Stick. You will never go back to tire levers again. The key to not struggling with tight tires is to learn how to pinch the tire into the center of the rim as you work your hands around the wheel to gain as much slack as possible. slipping the last bit over the rim can happen without a tire lever at all.
0:06 I am a recent user of a gravel bike that I have used for a few short tours. My new bike allows small front fork bags (5 litre each), I can also add either a waterproof 20 litre “sausage” bag on handle bar OR a harness to add a tent or sleeping bag. I can use a simple 1 litre waterproof bag (wallet, phone, electronics crap) with either of my handle bar setups. I have left a rear rack (Topeak MDX) on this bike to allow me to use waterproof panniers (20 or 30 litre). A small partial frame bag for bike repair stuff(tubes, foldable tire, pump, clic stands(2) to support bike, top tube bag (candy, phone, electronics crap. I can also use a waterproof Topeak rear saddle bag(12 litres) for sleeping bag, rain gear. I prefer placing my heaviest item a 1 person MSR elixir tent on top of rear rack and a small solar power panel. I had thought of getting these waterproof roll bags you used to replace rear and front panniers but I see the many hassles riders have in adding food supplies or getting at stuff stored in these bags, so I stuck to panniers, also easier to remove or install.My gear storage still allows for as many as 4 water bottles on bike. I had thought of some type front carrier rack like yours but since my front forks are fibreglass I decided against adding too much front weight there. I would go back to panniers as your prime gear storage system rather than the bike “packing” bags, a proven touring gear storage for cyclists.
really curious to know what the total weight of all these bags minus consumables actually is, seems like the dry bags and straps alone would add up to a kilo or two
Long-awaited video and automatic like!))) 👍 In fact, all this is insanely interesting, but it is also interesting to learn about the electronic gadgets and equipment that you use, and in general the process of shooting video while traveling is interesting, how everything is organized and what secrets and life hacks))))
As a long distance backpacker looking to get into bike packing I did not notice you mentioning water treatment or filtration. Being able to filter water should reduce the amount you need to carry.
Hi. Love the channel and look forward to watching each episode. Perhaps you could consider doing a review of your bike. There is not a lot of info on it on the internet and I think a review would get a decent amount of hits and be of interest to your followers. Keep pedalling!
Very much enjoy your videos. I am older and getting into longer distance riding. Not as long as you but certainly entire day rides and working my way to a 100 mile day. Wondering about food. What works for you? I have been packing a few bananas and fruit.
100 miles a day is a looot! 🎉🚴♀️ I am almost eating the same each and every day. Porridge + fruits for breakfast, bread + veggies + hummus (or whatever I can find) for lunch & for Dinner ist Pasta Party🎉. Whenever I have a snack attack I go for dates, honey, nuts & some cereal bars :)
Another super useful gear item equivalent to the neoprene socks are "Rocky" brand goretex socks. Get a size big enough to enable thicker socks. I use mine all the time, even with sandals in snow!
Tried the neoprene socks with sandals today. Feels really good so far. Thanks for that amazing tip. Struggled with wet, cold feet the past few days in the Netherlands.
Super aufschlussreiches Video zu deiner Ausrüstung. Ich bevorzuge es hingegen so leicht 🪶wie möglich mit dem Fahrrad 🚲 zu reisen. Jedoch bin ich noch kein Vollzeitradreisender wie du. 😅🚴
Nice run through of your set up and I agree the bikepacking style looks cool (even though I use the more old fashioned pannier bags setup). Having a narrower loaded bike definitely has its advantages at times. It would be really interesting to hear about all the electronics you use to make your videos and how you edit on the road. Stay safe and happy cycling!
Thanks for the setup run through. I do like the multi bag setup as you really can have organisation within the bags so you know what goes in an exact bag. There will be a million arguments as to what is best, bikepack bags vs panniers so I guess it’s up to you what you feel comfortable with? I recently done 1200km through Europe with 2x 6L fork bags, 7L dry bag on a front rack, 7L aerobar bag, 4L frame bag, 2x 12.5L rear panniers and then a 13L dry bag on rear rack. Plus i had a couple of 3L dry bags strapped on top of the panniers and 2x 1L stem bags. So tons of storage, enough to do a world tour? Maybe? Try some options out if you can and see what suits you best. It’s been amazing following your journey and I wish you Bon voyage ❤
I've done a 5 day 1400km Tour last year with an 8 liter handlebar bag, 1liter top tube bag , 4 liter half frame bag and 14 liter seat pack. My setup now is just the top tube, half frame bag and I ditched the handlebar bag and seat pack for a 20 liter tailfin trunk bag. I like to ride fast and far. More bag space just encourages you to take more thing you don't need
You have some good ideas and good equipment. Your seatpack stabilizer with water bottles is excellent, I'm looking for one right now. Do you know the brand of yours? (Edit, found it in your link 😳🙄) Cheers and cheerio 🚴♀️😃👍
What no television? Did you mention clothes? Sorry if you did and I missed it. I am asleep on the sofa with .my dog while I listen to your soothing voice. Thank you for your videos, I love them
I bike toured (old name for bike packing) in 1984/5 for 6 months in winter in Europe by myself (woman). I want to go do it again (now am 63). My question is how do you deal with bike/packs security? I was always scared of it getting stolen eventhough it was a junker really. Would suck to lose your mode of travel and essentials.
@@giantcheerio Clipless pedals let you pull on the upstroke as efficiently as you push down, which makes uphills way easier to climb (especially on a loaded bikes). Good luck on your new journey!
I did the Vélodyssée with a Coho xc trailer. Let me carry loads of stuff but required extra concentration as it could have mind of its own. Recently toured Norfolk on a touring bike with panniers which I consider as better that the trailer. Love the videos keep them coming. Chapeau 👍
Hi. What are your plans for the next months? Because you know, the Czech Republic, Romania and Poland can be visited from the position of a bicycle. Go, go. Let"s go.
I think a hybrid setups with a mixture of panniers and bike packing gear works great. Which sounds like the route you'll be going. Personally I'm not a fan of a pure bike packing setup. It's great if your primary focus is speed or very off road terrain. It limits you to either carry very minimalist gear, which I find doesn't last or strapping 20 bags on your big which I find impractical. At the moment I'm really liking carradice style saddle/bar bags. Which is also not great for round the world travel.
I did the Great Divide (Mexico to Canada on dirt) using a hybrid set-up: dry bags on forks with handlebar roll up front and panniers on the back. Really the best of both worlds. The panniers were very handy for dropping things in (food) without having to cinch it down and squish things. Very easy access. I noticed in other videos that you carried a chair. Sure would beat squatting in the dirt. What brand was that? I also appreciate your honesty. A lot of folks making videos are smiling all the time, like it is one big picnic. But we both know that isn't always the case.
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🚲 How do you like the set up? Are you Team ''Bikepacking'' or a decent pannier bags user?
Let me know !!⬇
⭕Here is a list of stuff I use!
linktr.ee/gearlist
0:00 Intro
01:50 Products
02:19 Fork mounts & sleep system
04:53 Front rack
08:05 Snack bag
08:56 Frame bag & Top tube bag
10:54 Aeroe Spider Rack
13:42 Bottle cage
14:28 Why back to panniers?
I’d say I’m both panniers for road travel and bikepacking for the woods
I ride my (Ti) Omnium cargo. I made some smaller bags/storage for some smaller stuff, but I carry just about anything in my 100L Sealline Pro duffel, which has some nice backpacking straps, making it easy to carry the bike over boulders/trees/streams etc.
Hello Cheerio - just wanted to say that you greatly inspired me to get into bike packing. Did my first trip this past weekend, 120 miles round-trip and camped for 2 days. It was a lot of fun. I just wanted to say "thank you" for making these videos and sharing your journey!
Much as the 'bikepacking' bit is super sexy right now, it just seems that great lengths are gone to in order to carry 'the stuff'. Pannier bags just let you shove in what you want - and you have the top of the back rack to pile more on if you wish. :) I enjoy your videos.
Wow! You have some of EVERYTHING with you. I can't believe, but LOVE that you actually carry you ukulele with you!!😃 Video of you playing, PLEASE!
What was a real game changer for me was a really good bike stand that can hold the weight of the bike with all the luggage on it easily. That means I can simply kick out the stand and all that weight and pressure is totally away from my mind and body (overheated maybe) and I can stop anywhere put out the stand and step back from the bike and relax! This is one of the sturdiest I found but my new bike has no mounting points so Im confused how to install it but I literally just turned my cooker on by mistake and could smell burning and I realised its because Im having to lean it. The other thing I learned is to get some ergonomic grips so my hands dont go to sleep while riding and that has changed the whole experience massivly as well as a gel saddle cover. I like your set up thank you for sharing your wisdom and current choice of equipment.
Pletscher Unisex Comp Flex Kickstand, Black, 2 Bolt 18mm
Your setup reminds me of those old wooden sailing ships with dozens of sails getting smaller and smaller the higher up they were. Watching your videos is part of my motivation for taking my first bike touring holiday next week. However, I have borrowed a dog trailer and will be just chucking all of my stuff into it. If my week is a success I will buy something a bit more sophisticated.
Sure works for you! But for me is to chaotic, to many straps, bottles and dry bags.
A combination of small ortlieb bikepacking panniers, frame bag, ortlieb fork bags and if necessary a bikepacking handlebar.
Enjoy your travels
As one without a car I've nearly perfected the art (sometimes frustration) of lashing groceries on my bars. Not ideal for long stretches, but works in a pinch when camp is just a couple miles.
Good stuff! Loved this runthrough of all your gear. But i'd totally like to know about all the electronics you bring along as well, which batteries you use, are you using solar power, etc, etc. When you have the time :). Ride safe!
I will definitely do a “electronic stuff” video, as so many of you guys are interested in my filming equipment! I am using a big blue solar panel+ multiple powerbanks with various mah
You inspire me and I admire your life of adventure!
To protect my bike frame from the bikepacking bags and straps from rubbing, I washed and dried the bike properly, and then wrapped it in a clear vinyl-like wrapper. It was a whole day’s work, but I didn’t want my bike to look all scrapped up at the end of a couple tours.
As an older bike tourer using panniers / saddlebag this looks nuts to me , but each to their own I don't think I could remember where anything was.
completly right, i travel even bikerafting with 20 inch folding bike, all campingstuff included, paniers rule!❤
I agree. I wonder what happen to those dry bags if they are not entirely full. I don't think you can strap them securely.
Panniers are the easiest way to start imoh, but I appreciate innovations in recent years. Very nice ..thanks for sharing! Currently my main DNS😁 is an old pair of Ortlieb Back-Rollers, a half-frame bag (bottles still fit in tradition cages) and either a handlebar bag or a stem-mount bottle bag. My first trip I used a 40 Liter backpack and a small seatbag (not recommended). Then I got a basic rear rack, strapping on a tent and dry bags ..also carrying the same backpack (still awful but lighter). It's what I had/ could afford and worked well enough for 3-4 day trips. It's great to see different set-ups on the roads and trails- trailers, ultra-minimalists and even recumbents. Let's get out there!
I totally agree, more and more this looks like a Vlog about how to complicate things that have very simple for a long time already 🤦🏻♂️
That's how I feel about panniers. One big hole where everything get lost inside. 😂 in a setup like this (similar to my own) everything has a specific place, which is easy to remember.
I would be interested to know your experience with the Aeroe Spider Rear Rack. Especially in terms of stability and durability, since the carrier is attached exclusively to the rear stays and has no support on the seat stay. How long have you been riding with it? Has it shown any weaknesses? Do the screws loosen over time? Is the frame scratched on the rear stays?
you are soo freaking cool !! *.* :D
Hey Cheerio, just discovered your channel and binged almost all videos in a few days.😅 I was wondering if you have considered maybe doing a Q&A video? I think a lot of your audience would love to have a chance to ask you many stuff. Greetings from Croatia and keep on peddaling 💪
Thanks for the idea! I might do that soonish via an insta Q&A
Danke!
Oh yes, I know these tyre levers that bend.
I would recommend the yellow Continental tyre levers for MTB/touring, these are the best in my opinion.
Ah, and yes, please do a video about your electronics equipment and charging stuff, thank you.
I’m curious as to the make and model of your bike. It’s a beauty
Great viodeo, would be interesting to see your electronics in a future video!
Great set up! What brand and model of bike do you have and what ratios do you use for your chain rings and sprockets?
It’s an 8BAR Teufelsberg. shimano GRx 1x11. Never checked the ratio of the chain ring tbh🤷♀️
@@giantcheerio we don't have that brand here in Australia but it looks like a great bike! So I'm intrigued with your sandals, what led you to cycle with plastic sandals?
Hola , te sigo hace poco tiempo ,pero ya e visto muchos de tus videos por españa y me encanto ver y saber que practicas ciclismo y bikepacking con sandalias jajaja , me parece genial !! te felicito por tu opcion de vida y elegir la libertad del ciclismo aventura ...saludos !!
Very good thanks for sharing 👌👍
I notice you are using a different bike from your earlier videos. Can you tell us about your bike and why you chose it?😊
You are my new frame bag god ! ☺️…you have tail pipe i have a bazooka 🤗….nice kit …safe fun travels 🙂👊🏻
That's a well packed setup! Are you comfortable leaving all of this alone when you go inside grocery stores? Do you take your valuables like electronics with you inside?
I don’t know about her, but I have one bag - a messenger pannier - that’s designated to carry my expensive stuff and sensitive stuff like passport, ID, wallet, etc. when I go into a store or something, I just take that bag. It’s the Timbuk2 Shift Pannier Messenger, so it comes off and attaches very easily and quickly.
I tour with ortlieb two rear two front and a handle bar bag. The handle bar bag is my electronics and valuables. I remove this bag when ever I leave my bike.
Sometimes I do, sometimes I don’t, it really depends on where I am.
@@giantcheerio there is a device, which starts beeping out loud and in your celular too in the case the bike would be moved, which is attachable to the frame.
@@jesusbencomo3495hi!do you have the link of this product?
Thanks, that was fun to watch! I use panniers and it still takes me forever, FOREVER, to get packed up in the morning. That would hold me back from using a bikepacking system like this. Half the day would be gone before I'd have everything back in its place! Bikepacking gear does look so cool though :)
Just a tip for newcomers consider a good sidestand difficult to find in UK the Dutch always have it sussed , it's really awkward trying to hold a bike up and load a bike even with a couple of bags also remember you need space for food and a bottle of wine/beer. Both bulky and heavy. Enjoy.
Hey ! Nice video ! Could you tell me the name of the cage you're using for your ukulele and dry bag to the rack please (with the straps)?
Love it !! Nice set up beautiful woman 😊
Great setup! Actually I would like to know what you carry with you in your electronic bags :). I am going on a big bike trip as well and I am wondering how things will work with charging, battery life , also charging opportunities, does the solar pannel really work that well, how much electronics do you even have etc. you could talks about that, which would be very interesting.
Looks like you've got it figured out very well. I was wondering if you have any interest in eventually getting a hub generator so you could run your lights and charge your devices on the go? Two brands I'm familiar with are SON and SP. The SON is German made and very high quality but naturally kind of pricey. The SP is Taiwanese made and much more affordable but the quality seems quite good also.
Interesting set up you have….it looks like you are carrying a lot of weight. Is that a problem for you. I am planning my set up so I am looking at all the options. Do you use a solar panel to power your devices? Have you toured the UK?
I am definitely carrying a lot but I got used to it. Everything I carry is essential for my life on the road. A friend once said: "carry like a camel, live like a king"😄. I am using a big blue 28w solar panel :)
Danke!
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Great walk-through video.
How much does your bike luggage weigh in total? And how long does it take you in the morning to load up the bike after a night's camping?
Bike + luggage is around 45 kg. But it depends on how much water and food I carry. To get ready in the morning I need 1h if I don’t rush. (Always need at least 2 cups of coffee before heading off)
Love to finally see your set up!! I'm always adapting to what I learn. I use panniers on the front with a rack & Wald basket, saddle bag and aeroe rack on the rear! (I prefer weight on the front).
Thank you for the informative video GC & it looks like you have a great set-up! Once you switch to the panniers you can organize your stuff in the various Ortlieb dry bags just as you do now while storing them in your the panniers instead. I use different color dry bags to store stuff so I can find everything in the panniers more easily. You look incredibly fit, healthy, & accomplished so don't listen to that dude that claimed you look sad. He likely doesn't look half as good as you do as we should all be so fortunate! 🙂
Also, like you I use flat pedals and addidas 5 -10 bike shoes on my 2022 Kona Sutra touring bike & also when I'm bikepacking on my 2021 GT Grade carbon bike. IMO it's way more practical & comfortable for riding and walking about than clipping into cleated pedals when bike touring. So once again do what you're most comfortable with & don't listen to a bunch of roadies that never haul heavy gear & claim you need to use cleated pedals. I've been using Schwalbe G-One All-Around 700x40 tires on my GT Grade similar to what you're using & find them to be quite versatile for pavement or gravel. Your 8bar bike looks absolutely awesome for bikepacking! Keep up the great work GC, if you're ever touring in the U.S. I'm on warmshowers in the Cary, NC area. Take care, stay safe, & happy riding! Mark
Hello. I carry a Waterdrop filter gravity filter system for 2 reasons. 1) I can filter any water source and do not have to tons of heavy water. When I’m getting low I begin looking for any source, streams, rivers,lakes,garden hoses etc. The Waterdrop system can handle it all.
2) In Western Canada our well or tap water on some farms is bad tasting again the filter takes care. Enjoyed the video. Be well and stay safe. John in Alberta
Great set-up. That's the beauty of bikepacking, we're all different yet we're all the same.
Anyway do you find your chain wears out quickly with the 1x system ? Would you or have you tried a 2x set-up. ?
In my opinion 1x11 is just perfect for my needs. My first bike had 2 chainrings but tbh I didn’t need that 2nd ring that often
@@giantcheerio Thank you. If it works for you, then it's right 👍. I've not tried it tbh, but the exteme angles of the chain (in different gears) got me thinking about accelerated chain wear that's all. Maybe it's time for me to upgrade. Take care now.
Great video! Just wonder how much it weight, looks like 30kg, it must be quite hard to go uphill :)
Great video Cheerio! Excited for your new travels. Hope you are well!
Happy to see you've put the Aeroe spider rack through its paces! I'm about to embark on my maiden voyage with it for a few weeks on the GDMBR, excited to see how everything holds up. I really like attaching a rear light (Cygolite Hotshot) to the rear of the rack. Cheers!
Just discovered this video. Very helpful and informative. While I'm nowhere near as a serious bikepacker like yourself, I finally bought the Aero Spider Rack and I love that thing. A little pricey but so worth it since I didn't want to put a traditional rack on my gravel bike. I traveled with it on RAGBRAI last month and went 100% self-support. Many cyclists thought the rack was neat and some liked my setup that they took pictures of my bike. It was similar to your except I didn't use a front rack and didn't carry as many dry bags as yourself. I estimate the extra weight to be 50 lbs if not more. Nice work.
Once I chipped my tooth very badly with one of those jumbo cords that you are using on the front rack. Just because it slipped under tension when I was trying to undo them. The moment in the video when i saw them just gave me a flashback. So, be careful 😉
Such a horrible little accident, thanks for warning!
did i mis something:
Backpacking Setup Explanation:
Biking gear
Transition from panniers to bikepacking setup
Explanation of why switching to bikepacking
Fork Mounts & Sleep System:
Two dry bags on each side of the front fork
Use of Fix Plus straps and cargo cages
Sleeping equipment, including sleeping bag, inlet, and pillow
Groundsheet
Rain gear (jacket and neoprene socks)
Front Rack:
Pelago Funflex size large
Two small dry bags under the front rack
Tools for bike maintenance
First aid kit
Tire levers
Snack Bag:
Eight-bar snack bag
Plastic bags
Headlamp
Trash bags
Petrol stove
Frame Triangle (Frame Bag & Top Tube Bag):
Earthly frame bag with a roll-top
Tools for bike maintenance
First aid kit
Chain oil
Clothes
Toiletry bag
Top tube bag
Headphones
Power bank
Bottle Cages and Storage on Top Tube:
Quad Lock phone holder
GPS device
GoPro mount
Coffee maker
Coffee cup
Lock for the bike
Ukulele
Aeroe Spider Rack:
Arrow Spider rear rack
Two dry bags on the left and right sides of the rack
Clothes
Toiletries
Tent poles
Tailpipe
Coffee cup
Water bag (missing)
Lock for the bike
Bottle Cage Stabilizer:
Seat bag stabilizer for holding water bottles
Switching Back to Panniers:
Explanation of the decision to switch back to panniers for the World trip
Too many straps and too complicated...
Rack & pannier system is always better - cheap, light, versatile, low center of gravity, highly waterproof
Thanks for the video.
The electronics bag/setup would be interesing in my opinion, for two reasons. First is that you make videos, so you need something to record, some way to backup and someting to edit on. Having all this would have been a lot of gear a few years ago. How do you manage it?
Second is the question of lights setup. How do you manage having enough light/power? Do you use powerbanks, backup lights?
Hallo Giant Cheerio! Ich folge dir nun seit einer Weile und ich finde es so inspirierend zu sehen wie du mit dem Fahrrad unterbistn Ich bin gerade 1 Monat antlang der nordischen Atlantikküste mit dem Fahrrad gefahren. Leider ist mein Zelt nun ziemlich durch und ich brauche ein neues… Bist du mit deinem Exgon zufrieden? Kannst du es empfehlen? Danke für deine Antwort! Grüsse in die Türkei aus der Schweiz!
Hello from Paris!
I think you have way too many individual bags. Too much manipulation that takes time and not practical in case of emergency like a storm or a deluge =p.
For my European tour I plan:
- A PACK AÉROBAR RACING bag (2.5L) from Apidura (the French touch =)) €104.00 (for my drone) and put my speaker on top with the elastic straps of the bag attached to a Profile Design Supersonic Ergo+ 50 extension SLC 250€ for comfort on long routes.
PS: the restrap "RACE AERO BAR BAG 7L" 120€ can also do the trick but I avoid overloading the front for maneuverability so I took the Apidura.
- A "LONG RACING UPPER TUBE PACK (2L)" bag from apidura €86.00 for the usb hub of my hub dynamo, my external battery, the arm warmers/knee pads, the snacks and basic tools for my shorts for the cold and rainy weather.
- A "Tubus Tara Lowrider" front luggage rack (Max payload:
18 kg) 70€ with an "ORTLIEB Gravel-Pack 2x12.5L" 120€ for the "sleeping bag and mattress" on one side then the tent on the right. Just that in the saddlebags because it lets the material breathe and prevents it from being too compressed and therefore extending the life of the latter.
- A "TUBUS logo classic" rear luggage rack (Max payload:
26 kg or 10 kg more than your spider) 80€ and an "ORTLIEB Gravel-Pack - 2x12.5L" 120€ for clothes and other little things.
- An ORTLIEB Rack-Pack - 31L" €80 on the two rear panniers (attachable via the straps of the two side panniers as well as a handle on the seat post) for everything you need for cooking.
PS: instead of the Gravel-pack, you can use "Sport-Roller Plus 2x12.5L" 112€ or even "Back rollers plus 2x20L" 131€ if you need more space.
You can always use your dry bags for sensitive business such as electronics, sleeping (both front panniers).
I hope I did not forget anything.
Can't wait to see the rest of your adventure.
Take care, have fun, but be careful on the road =)
Thanks for the video! Would love to know how you make videos, photos, which equipment you use most of the time, etc. Whenever i bike travel, i take my Lumix camera with me, but never actually use it, and end up regretting both bringing it and not using it ) All the best
All those straps around the frame and little items potentially touching it might do some damage to the finish and even harm the frame tubes?
Super run down of your gear. Thanks for calling out the bag sizes. Kudos for having a proper first aide kit. Just a suggestion. As you leave Europe and get into less developed areas you might want to invest in a water filter that filters out viruses, such as MSR Guardian or a Grayl. Iodine tablets work too.
Happy travels
Hi Cheerio, great video. 😊 I also bought a new Soto stove. Do you use clean/white benzin or benzin from the gazoline station?
OMG !!! that's 5 persons moka! ... i just use some soluble coffee/chamomile on the bike..
Great setup! If you cycle through Andalusia agai, would love to meet up for coffee in the Axarquia.
One question, how heavy is your bike? I am researching into weight to plan a trip. I am siming to lose weight myself to about 70kg but am wondering about the bike weight. Thsnks a lot!
The bike it’s ~10 kg & with all the luggage 40-45 I guess :)
I’m using panniers: 2 in the front, 2 in the back+ a rack pack. Happy with it.
With all the straps you need to fix, it must take you a long time to prepare your bicycle every morning?
I have those exact tyre leaves & they snapped on first use. I have a serious melt down indeed. Solution: Find some old fashioned spoons/forks & cut the handles off
Try the Park Tool Tire Lever Set. They’re blue in colour and they’re pretty strong. There like 5$ for three. Your set up is cool good luck touring.
Agreed, anything Park tool is good in my experience.
I highly recommend the Quick Stick. You will never go back to tire levers again.
The key to not struggling with tight tires is to learn how to pinch the tire into the center of the rim as you work your hands around the wheel to gain as much slack as possible. slipping the last bit over the rim can happen without a tire lever at all.
Hi, very thorough ! Could you tell me something about your bike / gears / tires etc and comments please?
Nice, now I’ll go on eBay and find much cheaper options that’ll do exactly the same thing.
What is the overall weight carried on the front fork? Does it affect steering? Thank you for the clip.
0:06 I am a recent user of a gravel bike that I have used for a few short tours. My new bike allows small front fork bags (5 litre each), I can also add either a waterproof 20 litre “sausage” bag on handle bar OR a harness to add a tent or sleeping bag. I can use a simple 1 litre waterproof bag (wallet, phone, electronics crap) with either of my handle bar setups. I have left a rear rack (Topeak MDX) on this bike to allow me to use waterproof panniers (20 or 30 litre). A small partial frame bag for bike repair stuff(tubes, foldable tire, pump, clic stands(2) to support bike, top tube bag (candy, phone, electronics crap. I can also use a waterproof Topeak rear saddle bag(12 litres) for sleeping bag, rain gear. I prefer placing my heaviest item a 1 person MSR elixir tent on top of rear rack and a small solar power panel.
I had thought of getting these waterproof roll bags you used to replace rear and front panniers but I see the many hassles riders have in adding food supplies or getting at stuff stored in these bags, so I stuck to panniers, also easier to remove or install.My gear storage still allows for as many as 4 water bottles on bike.
I had thought of some type front carrier rack like yours but since my front forks are fibreglass I decided against adding too much front weight there.
I would go back to panniers as your prime gear storage system rather than the bike “packing” bags, a proven touring gear storage for cyclists.
One of the coolest setups I've seen to be honest! 😀
Would love to know more about the electronics though as a photographer myself 🙂
Combining elegance and luxury kislux
really curious to know what the total weight of all these bags minus consumables actually is, seems like the dry bags and straps alone would add up to a kilo or two
It always nice seen other bikepackers setup .. it would be great to see a video on all your camera and editing gear cheers
Long-awaited video and automatic like!))) 👍
In fact, all this is insanely interesting, but it is also interesting to learn about the electronic gadgets and equipment that you use, and in general the process of shooting video while traveling is interesting, how everything is organized and what secrets and life hacks))))
Definitely doesn't look StVZO approved ;)
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🥰🥰🥰🥰so beautiful 😍🤙🏻👋🏻👋🏻👋🏻👋🏻👋🏻👋🏻👋🏻
As a long distance backpacker looking to get into bike packing I did not notice you mentioning water treatment or filtration. Being able to filter water should reduce the amount you need to carry.
Hi. Love the channel and look forward to watching each episode. Perhaps you could consider doing a review of your bike. There is not a lot of info on it on the internet and I think a review would get a decent amount of hits and be of interest to your followers. Keep pedalling!
ha ha how to get all this stuff on my brompton...great setup
So glad to see your doing well! I would to meet and ride together if you ever come to the USA!
I want to know what you listen to w/that speaker. Love the set up...have fun/stay safe.
May Io ( the moon goddess wanderer) be with you!
Very much enjoy your videos. I am older and getting into longer distance riding. Not as long as you but certainly entire day rides and working my way to a 100 mile day. Wondering about food. What works for you? I have been packing a few bananas and fruit.
100 miles a day is a looot! 🎉🚴♀️ I am almost eating the same each and every day. Porridge + fruits for breakfast, bread + veggies + hummus (or whatever I can find) for lunch & for Dinner ist Pasta Party🎉. Whenever I have a snack attack I go for dates, honey, nuts & some cereal bars :)
@@giantcheerio awesome! Thanks!
Another super useful gear item equivalent to the neoprene socks are "Rocky" brand goretex socks. Get a size big enough to enable thicker socks. I use mine all the time, even with sandals in snow!
Tried the neoprene socks with sandals today. Feels really good so far. Thanks for that amazing tip. Struggled with wet, cold feet the past few days in the Netherlands.
Super aufschlussreiches Video zu deiner Ausrüstung.
Ich bevorzuge es hingegen so leicht 🪶wie möglich mit dem Fahrrad 🚲 zu reisen. Jedoch bin ich noch kein Vollzeitradreisender wie du. 😅🚴
Kann ich voll verstehen! Manchmal wünschte ich, ich hätte einfach nur framebag & arschrakete & Abfahrt !!
what is the brand and model of your bike?
RIDESAFE! ENJOY! 👍🤝
wow, that is a complex setup ! nice
Nice run through of your set up and I agree the bikepacking style looks cool (even though I use the more old fashioned pannier bags setup). Having a narrower loaded bike definitely has its advantages at times. It would be really interesting to hear about all the electronics you use to make your videos and how you edit on the road. Stay safe and happy cycling!
Thanks for the setup run through. I do like the multi bag setup as you really can have organisation within the bags so you know what goes in an exact bag. There will be a million arguments as to what is best, bikepack bags vs panniers so I guess it’s up to you what you feel comfortable with? I recently done 1200km through Europe with 2x 6L fork bags, 7L dry bag on a front rack, 7L aerobar bag, 4L frame bag, 2x 12.5L rear panniers and then a 13L dry bag on rear rack. Plus i had a couple of 3L dry bags strapped on top of the panniers and 2x 1L stem bags. So tons of storage, enough to do a world tour? Maybe? Try some options out if you can and see what suits you best. It’s been amazing following your journey and I wish you Bon voyage ❤
I've done a 5 day 1400km Tour last year with an 8 liter handlebar bag, 1liter top tube bag , 4 liter half frame bag and 14 liter seat pack. My setup now is just the top tube, half frame bag and I ditched the handlebar bag and seat pack for a 20 liter tailfin trunk bag. I like to ride fast and far. More bag space just encourages you to take more thing you don't need
Is it hard to even out the weight of the bags ?
You have some good ideas and good equipment.
Your seatpack stabilizer with water bottles is excellent, I'm looking for one right now. Do you know the brand of yours? (Edit, found it in your link 😳🙄)
Cheers and cheerio 🚴♀️😃👍
Guess mine is rhino walk. But I just bought the cheapest I could find. I’d recommend using screw nuts to prevent the stabilizer from getting loose:)
@@giantcheerio thanks GC, I've just ordered one. I use threadlock glue on my rack bolts so they don't come loose.
Nice to see your setup and I'm excited how you feel with the new bags! Always interesting how people manage their stuff.
That’s a really cool setup
How heavy is the bike with everything !?
Depending on the amount of water and food 40~45kg I guess:)
What no television? Did you mention clothes? Sorry if you did and I missed it. I am asleep on the sofa with .my dog while I listen to your soothing voice. Thank you for your videos, I love them
Unfortunately no television. Maybe it fits in the panniers - we will see. My clothes are inside the dry bags at the rear rack
Is possible you can lead a group on bicycle or to tour Europe?
What bike are you using ?
Great set up .. just wondering what make is your bike ? Thanks
It’s an 8BAR Teufelsberg :)
Hi,
Thanks for the video.
Really good tyre levers are from Park tool ( blue ) very solid, it costs around 5 Euro, but it last forever!
Liked very much. Thanks for letting us to see. Pls show us your electronics too.
I bike toured (old name for bike packing) in 1984/5 for 6 months in winter in Europe by myself (woman). I want to go do it again (now am 63). My question is how do you deal with bike/packs security? I was always scared of it getting stolen eventhough it was a junker really. Would suck to lose your mode of travel and essentials.
Why don't you use some clipless pedals?
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she is so cool with these adilettes, i love to see them every time. sad for me i cant wear them, iuse Crocks❤❤❤❤
Just because I am pretty happy the way it is:)
@@giantcheerio Clipless pedals let you pull on the upstroke as efficiently as you push down, which makes uphills way easier to climb (especially on a loaded bikes). Good luck on your new journey!
What bike do you ride?
I did the Vélodyssée with a Coho xc trailer. Let me carry loads of stuff but required extra concentration as it could have mind of its own. Recently toured Norfolk on a touring bike with panniers which I consider as better that the trailer. Love the videos keep them coming. Chapeau 👍
Nice set up indeed ❤
Hi. What are your plans for the next months?
Because you know, the Czech Republic, Romania and Poland can be visited from the position of a bicycle. Go, go. Let"s go.
I will travel further east!
I think a hybrid setups with a mixture of panniers and bike packing gear works great. Which sounds like the route you'll be going.
Personally I'm not a fan of a pure bike packing setup. It's great if your primary focus is speed or very off road terrain. It limits you to either carry very minimalist gear, which I find doesn't last or strapping 20 bags on your big which I find impractical.
At the moment I'm really liking carradice style saddle/bar bags. Which is also not great for round the world travel.
I did the Great Divide (Mexico to Canada on dirt) using a hybrid set-up: dry bags on forks with handlebar roll up front and panniers on the back. Really the best of both worlds. The panniers were very handy for dropping things in (food) without having to cinch it down and squish things. Very easy access. I noticed in other videos that you carried a chair. Sure would beat squatting in the dirt. What brand was that? I also appreciate your honesty. A lot of folks making videos are smiling all the time, like it is one big picnic. But we both know that isn't always the case.