Here's my tips: 1. Don't plan to go too far every day. I ruined my bike packing trip by trying to fit in just over 100 miles each day. By the time camp was set up etc there was no time to do anything but eat and sleep. 2. Bring a warmer sleeping bag, I got caught out but I DID have a space blanket which saved me from freezing 3. Possibly get a bigger tent. I used a very small, lightweight 1 man tent.. it was a bit of a nightmare.
@themoodyteam10 ай бұрын
#1 is a Top Tip! I have a campervan and never drive more than 100 miles a day.
@arcoulant872 жыл бұрын
I keep spare spokes in the seat post use a bit of foam as a bung .and zip ties as well .
@Mike-vd2qt2 жыл бұрын
Great tips! I always tell touring cyclists to pack half of what you think you need. Having extra space during your trip is perfect advice!
@pedroclaro7822 Жыл бұрын
I bring stretchy bags and a super compactable backpack which also serves me well when shopping.
@sfdint8 ай бұрын
I often do the water fillup at churches. More than that, I have also camped behind churches. Who's gonna kick you out? Once I found a church on my route that looked like a good choice, so I called the number and talked to a nice man. Asked him if there were water spigots outside. He said no, but they never lock the doors so just go in and help yourself! I slept there twice on a padded church bench!
@amandaleigh38522 жыл бұрын
Allen keys… who knew?! Many thanks for the tips, and your epic films as well - I haven’t passed a Ginsters since without a chuckle! 🙌😂😁
@hoser77062 жыл бұрын
Many new tips, thanks! Never ever thought of combining hex keys!
@ianhiker40462 жыл бұрын
Great tips, Just tried setting light to my patch glue and burnt down my shed, hadn't even got a puncture, great fun though,🤭
@KeepSmilingAdventures2 жыл бұрын
Did the patch stick at least ? 😂
@ianhiker40462 жыл бұрын
Not sure, the fire brigade have cordoned it off, 🔥
@WayneTheSeine2 ай бұрын
I cannot believe you opted for the jacket over the elephant.....makes me question the rest of your advice. 😝 As for duct tape I have quite a bit wrapped around a Bic lighter....double duty. Good info...I subbed.
@imantssvarcs912 жыл бұрын
I have wrapped duck tape on my pump handle.
@TrailoFire2 жыл бұрын
Thank for the helpful information. For years friends and family have told me all the reasons I can't bike across the country but I'm preparing and learning everyday.
@KeepSmilingAdventures2 жыл бұрын
Sounds like an excuse to prove them wrong
@TrailoFire2 жыл бұрын
@@KeepSmilingAdventures yes this is very true. I have been hiking and biking longer distance each day and getting healthy again.
@victormuckleston Жыл бұрын
i have the same problem, everyone telling me i cant cycle from norfolk uk, to Co Clare, ireland. i am 60, and would like to find out who is correct. willing to die trying
@willowwatts2 жыл бұрын
Some interesting tips.. especially repair patches. 👍🏻
@ellerybice37879 ай бұрын
Many Brilliant ideas and tips from genuine experience, Thank you.
@FreshAyers2 жыл бұрын
Great tips and tricks video. Love the Allen key trick...nice one!👌😊🚴♂️
@danandkiko Жыл бұрын
Wow, great tips! Most I hadn't heard before. The space (emergency) blanket I had thought of and often carry with me. I also carry a similar aluminum sleeping bag. A cheap and easy fix for colder days or nights.
@alexandervonbronewskimanuf36432 жыл бұрын
Im just about to change the handlebar, so your tip with the cables came right in time !!!
@KeepSmilingAdventures2 жыл бұрын
Its definitely worth doing 👍
@WheelersAtLarge2 жыл бұрын
Useful video, thank you Josh...
@claredavies6049 Жыл бұрын
Great tips! Need to try the duct tape on inside of tyres as plagued with punctures on last trip. I also keep an eye out for cattle water troughs near an wild camping spot as any water is useful for example to find the puncture in my tube and also use it for boiling water for hot drinks.
@grumpy-dad37012 жыл бұрын
Battle wounds on a bike just means you've had a damn good journey. I need all the tips I can handle. King Alfred's way for me this year. Just need a decent not too expensive navigation system
@Jason-rk4xc2 жыл бұрын
Brilliant original content as always, didn’t expect any of them.
@stevenwarne20233 ай бұрын
Thanks interesting stuff
@TubeAddict9996 ай бұрын
This was really helpful! Thank you
@gibbykirwan7788 Жыл бұрын
Duct Tape also makes a great fire lighter/tinder Material as does old inner tube.
@welshbikepackingadventures2 жыл бұрын
great advice brother
@davidh93682 жыл бұрын
i used a rock that was "somewhat" shaped enough to grab into the crankbolt, but i don't see how a space blanket can not take up any space. I will try that out though.
@neilfisher56732 жыл бұрын
Loving your films dude, keep them coming
@yellowman0212 жыл бұрын
The nail polish trick sounds good, gonna grab one ;)
@RavelloBikes2 жыл бұрын
I don't know what puncture vines you run over in Europe, but in the states I can tell you that duct tape will definitely not stop our "goathead" thorns over here. Most bike packers have not discovered the pocket shower. They are really appreciated after a hot, long day in the saddle, where you can have your own private sweat removing shower without heading for a hotel.
@axlent1232 жыл бұрын
Lots of great ideas, my friend! As for duck tape, I wonder if gaf tape would work just as well. At home, somewhere in my garage, I have something like duct tape but it’s thicker and somewhat padded. I don’t remember what it is or what it’s for but I wonder if it would work inside tires for added protection.The only concern I would have with this, which probably isn’t much of a concern, yes it would add a little bit of weight, but maybe not significantly. I need to go find a roll of tape and see what kind of tape it is.
@rosstan2992 жыл бұрын
What shoes do you wear when off the bike? I’m on the lookout for something that is easy to pack into the saddle pack or handlebar bag
@KeepSmilingAdventures2 жыл бұрын
I personally just wear whatever shoes I'm riding in. I think most people take sandals. But if i was going to carry a spare pair of shoes for off the bike id probably opt for a plimsole type of shoe.
@sirsprinter9 ай бұрын
Dont people use sealant in their tubes? It adds weight, but its a bit of security :)
@geoffmilner2 жыл бұрын
I think the bike scootering or rolling technique is fairly obvious to most cyclists, or would become so when encountering a downhill. That said, I recall my teenage daughter's joy when I taught her how to scooter a few years ago - I didn't know that she didn't know it. I seem to recall doing it naturally as a child, however we played outside more back then, went off on adventures, lit fires etc.
@johngaller278 Жыл бұрын
Chuches, Fire Depts and Police in small towns will also let you toss your tent down if you cant find a spot that seems comfy or safe...
@naturalstench Жыл бұрын
Great video
@FrankieWildeDJ Жыл бұрын
Great vid, that church looked like cemetery junction, Bournemouth? I like in Ferndown just off the Castleman. Just found your channel and subbed.
@trysomeme21-laurkawchmurka942 жыл бұрын
Funny this, I liked you video not even seen it yet! Yeah, I knew it must be a great content by default ;))
@maximgetaways750428 күн бұрын
Hello. I would like to ask about front harnes for laguage grom first minute of movie
@jojoanggono32292 жыл бұрын
Once my left pedal just fall off my bike in the middle of what looks like a forest, apparently the quick release latch broke and the pedal just come loose. I guess they call it quick release for a purpose, it has tendency to release itself at most importunate moment.
@ChadLubinski2 жыл бұрын
scooter tip 10/10
@TrailoFire2 жыл бұрын
Lol DON'T LOOK LIKE A DUCT TAPE FOOL... Haha I love it
@DadThatCooks2 жыл бұрын
Will we ever see you without the bonk cap? 😂😂
@bikeinmotion Жыл бұрын
Well the last tip is a secret known by many vanlifers ;)
@TheCoopsvids2 жыл бұрын
👍🏻🚴
@maxsievers8251 Жыл бұрын
Use a front rack for the handlebar bag. Then you won't need longer cables.
@KeepSmilingAdventures Жыл бұрын
But you do need a rack 😂
@welshbikepackingadventures2 жыл бұрын
p.s. a lot of vicars will let you sleep in their church to
@KeepSmilingAdventures2 жыл бұрын
be warned casper snores though 😂
@tomekkruk61472 жыл бұрын
Why use that glue and patches, when you can just get a little pack of patches that don't need no glue?
@KeepSmilingAdventures2 жыл бұрын
They don't stick very well at all, and don't last. They are more for a get you home solution not a full fix. Gluing patches on lasts way longer
@tomekkruk61472 жыл бұрын
@@KeepSmilingAdventures I guess i'm buying glue and some duct tape😁. Thanks.
@KeepSmilingAdventures2 жыл бұрын
@@tomekkruk6147 and a lighter 🔥
@KeepSmilingAdventures2 жыл бұрын
@Dal J i've had the same, ended up just gluing them on
@michaelbautista8621 Жыл бұрын
Can you give me that kind of bike😔
@freequest2 жыл бұрын
👍🏾🚴🏾♂🤔😁
@SnootchieBootchies272 жыл бұрын
I don't understand the concept of "picking up extra spares" along the way. If it's something you're going to need, just put it in that extra space before you leave home, and then you don't have to compromise, buying a crappy jacket because it's all you can find along the way...
@KeepSmilingAdventures2 жыл бұрын
It's not about compromising, it's about having room for things you might end up needing or wanting along the way. Didnt say dont take all the essential things.