66... and still crazy about bike travel

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9 ай бұрын

Just like the previous film, this one is also about the beauty and simplicity of bike travel, probing for the drive behind this kind of adventures, and with a wink to the drive behind the lives of the people crossing my path.
The basis of the story into which all this is woven, is my recent 7-week bike journey in June/July 2023 out of Donauwörth, Germany, through a corner of Austria, and on into Czechia and Slovakia. And from there all the way back to Antwerp (3.335 km).
Just like the previous film this one also follows more or less the chronology of the journey, but is not a travel report as such, rather a kaleidoscope of impressions and observations along the road and of interesting encounters with other people.
Link to my son’s channel: / @janvoorspoels
Hospitality sites used during this journey: www.warmshowers.org, www.1nitetent.com
Map data from: www.openstreetmap.org/copyrig...

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@denismaher6873 9 ай бұрын

man youre my type of person I am 80yrs and still cycling long distance . i will be found dead at a dead end road but i was doing what i wanted to do . keep it going you still have 20 yrs ahead of you .DENIS

@65andbackonthebike 8 ай бұрын

80 and still cycling long distance... then you're my type of person too, mate! 👍Because I aim to get where you are, and beyond... Keep riding and enjoying...! 😊

@AdamTravelsTheWorld 8 ай бұрын

This will be me, dead in my tent of old age LOL

@boomerangsruckflug8513 8 ай бұрын

I rode my bike from Germany to Portugal as a woman alone in the age of 62! 😊 And I'll do more of that for sure!

@jeff7995 8 ай бұрын

Love it!!!

@saitpradhan 8 ай бұрын

@@65andbackonthebike namaste 🙏 and salute from nepal 🇳🇵

@Frombie_01 9 ай бұрын

I was once asked why I ride bikes everywhere. I thought for a minute or so and replied "Because it brings joy."

@65andbackonthebike 8 ай бұрын

Exactly! Keep on harvesting that joy, brother! 😊

@helenfulford2040 8 ай бұрын

I was asked when I was in my 40's why am I still riding a bicycle, 20+ years on, I'm still riding and loving it even more! Sven Australia

@johnhill6794 2 ай бұрын

It brings health and freedom which means joy and happiness.

@ransrider1961 9 ай бұрын

Imagine my surprise to open KZfaq and see your video come up . I so liked your first one so had to sit down and watch this non stop . What a wonderful story teller you are and I always like your interaction with people you meet along the way . Plus us (old people ) can so relate to you . I am now 80 yrs .young and still riding as much as possible , got 2,500 miles so far this year . The one thing I remember from your first video was to take time to make love to Mother Earth and I try every ride . Keep the wheels turning .

@65andbackonthebike 9 ай бұрын

Thank you, Robert ! It's a great pleasure for me to make these films and be inspiring to others - and especially the older generation - to keep on 'turning those wheels', to stay healthy and young of heart, and to not lose the drive to be alive. Keep on riding, brother ! And we'll see us again next year with another film... 😊

@relaxbear4208 3 ай бұрын

Only 66 years young. Keep pedaling man! 💪😎

@65andbackonthebike 3 ай бұрын

🙏

@jeffsurtees847 3 ай бұрын

I’m 68 and have done two long distance trips in the last couple of years and plan on a bunch more.

@65andbackonthebike 3 ай бұрын

Good on you, Jeff ! Enjoy them as if you were 25 ! 😊

@geraldcash9335 8 ай бұрын

Super fun. I'm 77 and this year I cycled 3,567km around Spain, I especially love the mountains in Northern Spain and Asturias and Galicia. Next year I already have planned. Last year I met a couple from Belgium and they were 82 and still cycling! It's a lovely way to travel and find the Peace in God's Creation. God Bless and happy travels.

@65andbackonthebike 8 ай бұрын

Couldn't agree more, Gerald ! 😊 Respect for what you are doing ! 👍 Where do you go next year ?

@changhankim7861 2 ай бұрын

Both are respectful people to enjoy their life truely. I will do like you.

@katsujinkin60 5 күн бұрын

72 and riding more than ever! I never feel as alive as I do out on the trails. What a long, strange trip it continues to be! Be Well, my graybeard friends, and Prosper!

@65andbackonthebike 5 күн бұрын

Good on you, my friend. Keep going and enjoying...! 🙏😊

@DavidSmith-lp5tz 8 ай бұрын

High praise for your capturing nature sounds and storytelling. Truly one of the finest bike packing videos I’ve seen.

@65andbackonthebike 8 ай бұрын

Thank you, David ! It's a great pleasure for me to make these films. 😊

@johnacord5664 8 ай бұрын

Here I am at age 77 and feeling in better shape when I was 17. Lost the car 10 years ago. I do not miss it. My rides are all day adventures. Been retired for 14 years now and enjoying every minute of it. Keep riding.

@65andbackonthebike 8 ай бұрын

Nice to hear, John! 👍 Keep going!

@tomnorton8218 3 ай бұрын

Just came across your channel! I turn 70 in a few days and we are leaving in May to cycle across the US again!

@65andbackonthebike 3 ай бұрын

Sounds great, Tom ! Happy travels ! 🙏

@user-wq5ln1cm2i 7 ай бұрын

Hello, great I’m 64 and I have found my Love bicycle tours. We are old men but we never give up

@65andbackonthebike 7 ай бұрын

Let's never give up indeed, Josef. 👍But I don't consider myself 'old', just more experienced 😅

@marknice2793 3 ай бұрын

Hello, I'm 63 and grew up in England, I had my first bike aged 10 and have loved cycling ever since. I now live in Northern California and retired at 62 after having a stroke. I used my bike to aid in my recovery, and it's working wonders. I have regular bikes and last year also got an electric bike. I hope I'll be able to keep riding for many years to come. It really is a wonderful feeling to be out on bike exploring and enjoying the scenery and the health benefits cycling brings. Loved this video and will watch your first one next. Thankyou.

@65andbackonthebike 3 ай бұрын

Good on you, Mark. Wishing you many more years of enjoying the bike and the benefits that it brings. 👍

@mariahlindeman8181 8 ай бұрын

Hello, Sir. I think that you are amazing. I am about to turn 58 years old and I just started riding a bike. You are very inspiring to me. I am going to keep riding and maybe one day I will travel by bike. As for now I have just begun riding and beginning to strengthen my body. I'm so glad that your video came up. Thank you for sharing. You're awesome!

@65andbackonthebike 8 ай бұрын

Thank you, Mariah ! I feel honoured by your words. 🙏Keep on riding that bike, and as you reap the benefits of it, the joy, the sense of freedom, the greater horizon, I'm sure you will be inspiring to others as well. 👍😊

@TerryW5379 8 ай бұрын

What a joy it was to watch your bike journey, I smiled for 54 minutes. We experienced Germany this year and enjoyed the cycling along with the beer gardens and bretzels, it’s very different than the USA. You showed what’s important in life which is doing what you love, good food, friendships, and nature. Thank you for making this video

@65andbackonthebike 8 ай бұрын

My absolute pleasure, Terry ! 😊👍

@davidatkinson-lifematters4826 4 ай бұрын

I think I've just discovered the best channel on KZfaq. Chapeau!

@65andbackonthebike 4 ай бұрын

Wow, what a huge compliment !! Thank you, David !! 😀

@Ken-jp1gr 8 ай бұрын

Loved it! Had a smile on my face watching this. I'm 69 and still go off cycling with my tent. But not done an epic ride like this, maybe one day. You are an inspiration!

@65andbackonthebike 8 ай бұрын

Thank you, Ken ! Keep riding mate ! 👍

@adrianbell4597 9 ай бұрын

Hi Eddy. Thank you for another inspiring film. May your wheels forever turn beneath you. Take care.

@65andbackonthebike 9 ай бұрын

Thank you, Adrian ! 😊

@tpe54 3 ай бұрын

Been taking bike tours since 2019. I'm about to be 70 and still have plans. In 2021 I biked 2,000 miles form Buffalo NY to New Mexico. I met a lot of 60 year olds on bike tours. It's the last chance dance at our age. It kicks my butt, but it makes me feel alive and healthy. I love to find picnic shelters for the night. They are the best free hotels. Waking up in a tent in the woods is a wonderful feeling.

@65andbackonthebike 3 ай бұрын

I agree totally ! Keep on riding, brother ! 👍

@Wayondon 7 ай бұрын

Thank you soooo much for sharing with this 70 year old cyclist from Maine, USA!

@65andbackonthebike 7 ай бұрын

You're welcome, brother! It's my pleasure. 🙏

@utube8205 3 ай бұрын

Respect "Simplicity is an advanced course"😊

@65andbackonthebike 3 ай бұрын

Thank you ! 🙏

@simonwiltshire 6 ай бұрын

It's so nice to see real people living thier dreams, great ride out and don't ever stop.

@65andbackonthebike 6 ай бұрын

Thanks Simon! No intention to stop whatsoever, as long as the body doesn't fall apart... 😄

@cowpoke02 4 ай бұрын

I got doctor for you . Can maintain or rejuvenate knees and joints. Treat arthritis. Own blood vitamins and oxygen. Keep going . Lol.

@GrenvilleMelonseedSkiff496 9 ай бұрын

Another wonderful adventure … thank you! As it happens I’m also 66, retired and so glad I rediscovered cycling! So refreshing to hear your easy going philosophical narration. A great inspiration for me as I continue the road cycling adventures that I began back in pandemic year one. Alas, I had a bicycle crash five weeks ago … only one more week before the cast comes off my broken hand and I can start riding again. Safe travels! PS: Beer, ice cream and Hazelnut spread … who knew! 🚴‍♂️🙂

@65andbackonthebike 9 ай бұрын

Thank you ! Wishing you a good recovery and enjoyable rides... 😊

@lindseymyles5790 6 ай бұрын

I’m sorry to hear of your accident but can I just say it takes a good while before your hand will be strong enough to allow you to put pressure on it enough to ride. You will experience a lot of pain so go carefully and give yourself a good 6 months. Sad but true.

@GrenvilleMelonseedSkiff496 6 ай бұрын

@@lindseymyles5790 Thanks! Cast came off after six weeks … bones healed OK. Turns out that was the easy part. What I did not see coming was all the mobility and strength issues. Doing lots of physio but starting to believe that it will be at least six months before I’m back to normal! Who knew. Had a few rides recently that went well and have just started Zwifting … looking forward to getting back on the road next spring.

@ingeleonora-denouden6222 8 ай бұрын

You must be crazy ... because I am crazy too (67 now, still bicycle touring and camping too)

@65andbackonthebike 8 ай бұрын

...and life is so beautiful this way, isn't it? Enjoy the touring, Inge! 😊

@Luigi13 9 ай бұрын

You have one of the best videos on KZfaq with a real to life love affair with a bicycle and adventures to ride to new places. 👍👍

@65andbackonthebike 9 ай бұрын

Thanks, Luigi ! 😊

@normanrussell5526 7 ай бұрын

I am happy that I came across you and your journey, I have mixed feelings, one of sadness because it has been seven years or so! since I did some bicycle touring in Europe. I miss it so much, and now you have given me inspiration to get off my backside and pack my old tourer to the continent once more. I am 69 years of age but I know I can still tour. The other feeling is that your story has also made me happy and I find some parts very comical, especially at 19 minutes, with all those tractors whizzing by in the background, sort of like a motorway. Thanks for giving me the impetuous to get back in the saddle, Michael Thompson England.

@65andbackonthebike 7 ай бұрын

Hey Michael, it makes me happy that I have inspired you to go bike touring again! I'm sure that you will still be able to do it and make up for those 7 'lost' years. I bet that from the first day onwards it will be so familiar that it will feel like it was only 7 months instead of 7 years 😊 Go for it, brother! And enjoy...! 👍

@katd7716 3 ай бұрын

This video is so peaceful and relaxing, I like your laid back character, and that you are not making your trip about getting as far as possible within one day and rushing through it but are enjoying places around you, taking time to have small talks with fellow travellers and locals, I wish to be like you when I get to your age! I will try it even now- enjoying life for what it is, staying positive and peaceful. Thank you for inspiration and this beautiful video :)

@65andbackonthebike 3 ай бұрын

Thank you for your lovely comment, Kat ! And yes, no need to wait until you get to my age to express the best version of yourself. 😊 Blessings to you 🙏

@ride_by_bike Ай бұрын

What an amazing video - slowly breathing the world in your own rhythm. Really delicious for my eyes, ears and soul. Thank you!

@65andbackonthebike Ай бұрын

Thank you ! Glad you enjoyed watching 😊

@robwhite461 8 ай бұрын

Some people have the ability and knowledge to stay young even as the body ages. Sadly most never have the desire to learn this. With all the negativity in the world today, it’s inspiring to see those who have the keys to life. Thank you for sharing this wisdom and your journeys for us to share.

@65andbackonthebike 8 ай бұрын

With great pleasure, Rob ! And hold on to those keys...! 😀

@rex758 8 ай бұрын

Wise words.

@SloMo2723 2 ай бұрын

Just found your channel.Great video! What an adventure. I'm also 66 and still love cycling, hiking and long distance swimming. For me it started in Germany in 1975 when I discovered Volks marching with old people in theirs 50's and 60's lol.The German people took me in and showed me what life was all about. I can't tell you how love I have for the them and their country. I try to go back as often as I can. Too many people our age just kind of give up so it's great to see people like you out there really living life! God Bless from Northern California USA

@65andbackonthebike 2 ай бұрын

Yes indeed, too many people our age fall in the trap of convincing themselves they are too old for any action. And that's like choosing a shortcut to the 'exit' really. What a shame, isn't it? Thanks for watching ! 😊

@sawomirksiezycki4106 Ай бұрын

Hey, what a wonderful trip, what a beautiful film. Kind regards from Poland👋

@65andbackonthebike Ай бұрын

Thanks, bro ! 😊👍

@doug2835 8 ай бұрын

Hi Eddy, loved your first video and this one also. It was a great surprise to see this pop up on KZfaq. In between your two videos I was diagnosed with cancer but was determined to keep riding even through the rough times. So far the outcome has been very good and I am extremely grateful. I would encourage everyone our age (I'm 69) to watch your videos and keep riding a bike, it just might save your life besides being a complete joy! Thank you Eddy!

@65andbackonthebike 8 ай бұрын

My pleasure, Doug ! May riding the bike have its healing effect on you. I wish you a complete recovery ! Blessings, brother ! 🙏

@grahamrobson5954 4 ай бұрын

massivley inspiring, im 44 and sometimes think maybe ive left it too late

@65andbackonthebike 4 ай бұрын

It's never too late, Graham. Just rekindle, and you'll be surprised ! 😃

@lindajesse8250 8 ай бұрын

You sir, embody the very open-hearted character we all so want to be. I am grateful for your thoughts and having the presence to capture some of them via your bicyclette. Safe journeys. Gary from Ontario Canada.

@65andbackonthebike 8 ай бұрын

Thank you, Gary ! I feel very honoured by your words. 🙏 I do have my flaws though... 😄

@marekkolins5434 8 ай бұрын

I m 44 years old and I Am from Poland. I love bike. traveling across Europę .Greetings

@65andbackonthebike 8 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching, Marek. Cheers. 😊

@user-jf4zh7lb2q 3 ай бұрын

Eddy you inspire me too. I live in the center of Canada. I bike almost daily from spring thru fall and then comes winter which slows me down but I am determined to bike as long as the roads are not icy or snow covered. I also enjoy meeting people and and stay healthy. I’m 72 and started cycling at 64. I like your videos a lot.

@65andbackonthebike 3 ай бұрын

Thank you, Rosella ! Good on you for being on the bike so often (more often than I am really!) Let's keep those wheels turning, sister...! 🙏

@barrymcnamara 3 ай бұрын

👋 ❤ One of the best cycling adventures I’ve seen from a special man … wish you best with further adventures on your way … You confirm my belief that the future is in the present 💝 👀 moment

@65andbackonthebike 3 ай бұрын

Thank you, Barry ! 👍

@heinzkoenig8831 8 ай бұрын

I am 69 and still on the bike. More or less the way you do it.

@65andbackonthebike 8 ай бұрын

Good on you, Heinz! Keep on rolling! 😊👍

@homehealthharmony 8 ай бұрын

Truly inspiring, looking forward to your next adventure

@65andbackonthebike 8 ай бұрын

Thanks mate ! 😊

@pilotsproject 3 ай бұрын

you are great inspiration for me ... and I am 55 and still crazy about bike travel 😄

@65andbackonthebike 3 ай бұрын

Thanks, mate ! Enjoy your future bike trips ! 😊

@Starry_Night_Sky7455 3 ай бұрын

You live a truly beautiful life to the fullest. As you say, "follow your heart." Looks as if you're living those words. You also know how to make a great 54 minute travel journey film.

@65andbackonthebike 3 ай бұрын

That's indeed so, Starry Night Sky, following my heart throughout my life has made me make quite decisive choices in my life, none of which I have ever regretted. My bike travels and consequent films are a reflection of this, which is hopefully inspiring to many... 😊

@mbrabs9204 3 ай бұрын

What an amazing journey! And what a privilege for us to share this experience with you - thank you for sharing it. You're not at all crazy, quite the opposite I think. I hope I can do something similar some time. My daughter lives in Slovakia and it's a dream of mine to cycle there from the UK. Now time to watch your earlier video! I'll also check out your son's channel too.

@65andbackonthebike 3 ай бұрын

Thanks, mate ! I can recommend cycling all the way to Slovakia. Some beautiful cyclings paths to discover throughout Europe going into that direction... 😊

@bessokeks4006 2 ай бұрын

PERFECT! This IS bikepacking!

@65andbackonthebike Ай бұрын

Thank you ! 😊

@francepowell7718 3 ай бұрын

Thank you Eddy for this awesome account of your bike travels. I like that you revel in the simplicity of bike touring and acknowledge how summer heat and riding hills affect you. I like how you travel solo slowly and quietly, walk up hills, are open to what the Universe provides, and are comfortable not knowing where you'll sleep at night. For me this is the essence of bike touring! Since 2014, I have been touring as you and Flavius do to many countries where I have met wonderful and kind people whose language I do not speak. I am 77 and crazy in love with bike touring. Bon voyage Eddy!

@65andbackonthebike 3 ай бұрын

So it looks like we're kindred spirits as bike tourers. Good on you, mate! Wishing you many more wonderful trips. And I hope I will still go full power when I'll be your age! 👍🙏

@iamjoestafford 3 ай бұрын

What a fantastic video Eddy - you are clearly one of life's good guys, and that shone through in this wonderful film. I discovered bike touring a few years ago and have been on many short trips in Europe since then - I often wish I had started when I was younger, but I'm only 40 this year so hopefully I have many more years of good health ahead of me to explore more countries! I hope I bump into you on the road one day - I can tell we would get on well. You're a bit of a kindred spirit I think 😄

@65andbackonthebike 3 ай бұрын

Thanks Joe ! Well, at 40 you have still sooooo many years in front of you. See you somewhere on the road, mate ! 😊

@johndodd6575 3 ай бұрын

What a brilliant, life enhancing video. Thank you for sharing it, with amongst many others, this 66 year old cyclist! Inspirational.

@65andbackonthebike 3 ай бұрын

Thank you, John ! 😊

@robertmshakur1003 3 ай бұрын

Oh mister you gain all my admiration and full respect, watching you i see myself at your age, now I'm 42 ,one year ago i found that I like to do bike touring, I done three travels here in UK and I'm planning for next year to do London-Istanbul by bicycle 🚲 ❤stay safe, enjoy your beautiful trips ♥️👋

@65andbackonthebike 3 ай бұрын

Thank you, Robert ! Wishing you fantastic experiences on your way to Istanbul next year ! 👍

@robertmshakur1003 3 ай бұрын

@65andbackonthebike thank you sir 🙏 ♥️🙌

@goldenstardust 5 ай бұрын

At 63 sometimes I think I’ve missed the starting gun with my riding, but need to think again. What a wonderful journey, very inspirational. Bike-touring is challenging in Australia where I live, due to the distances involved and heat, but who knows, maybe one day I will get to experience the luxury of riding in Europe!

@65andbackonthebike 5 ай бұрын

Never too late to start riding, Kathleen. And I wouldn't disqualify Australia for it. I've cycled almost 10.000km there, half of which between Perth and Melbourne, and I have good memories about it. Although that was 25 years ago and I might have forgotten about the tough bits. Don't know if I would still appreciate it now at my age, although I love deserts, the Outback, the vast open spaces where the roads are quiet... and I admit I'm thouroughly enjoying the comforts of the European bike infrastructures. Blessings! 🙏

@lordvalentine471 8 ай бұрын

I'm 62 have my new Surly long haul this trucker 26in hopefully we'll be heading out in the summer of 2024 hoorah

@65andbackonthebike 8 ай бұрын

Enjoy !! 👍

@garyjackson1218 3 ай бұрын

Thank you. I’m 76 and recovering from a torn tendon. This is what I need to hear.

@65andbackonthebike 3 ай бұрын

I wish you a smooth recovery, Gary ! And many enjoyable miles on the bike ! 😊🙏

@mbrylewski 4 ай бұрын

I have just turned 67 and love cycling and cycled the Polish Baltic route recently

@65andbackonthebike 4 ай бұрын

Good on you, Marek ! Keep going ! 👍

@isolani 8 ай бұрын

Lovely video, I thoroughly enjoyed it. Thank you very much. 67 ... AND STILL CRAZY ABOUT THE ROAD is in my KZfaq notify list. Very inspirational. Again, thanks.

@65andbackonthebike 8 ай бұрын

Thank you, Chris ! And "67... AND SOMETHING..." definitely coming up next year ! 😀👍

@ahenders81 3 ай бұрын

Thank you for this wonderful video Eddy. Such a pleasure to see these far away (from me) and beautiful landscapes and peoplescapes from your cyclist perspective. I enjoyed very much. Alex, California USA

@65andbackonthebike 3 ай бұрын

My pleasure, Alex. Glad you have enjoyed it. Thanks for watching ! 😊

@X_TUDO 8 ай бұрын

Greetings from Brazil! I will start my cycling trip in 2024 through South America at the age of 43, thank you for inspiring me.

@65andbackonthebike 8 ай бұрын

My pleasure ! Have a wonderful trip ! 👍

@rex758 8 ай бұрын

It was my Sunday afternoon relaxing time at home, nice and silent with a cup of mushroom coffee in my hand, looking for something worth watching, I saw the title on KZfaq, and it caught my attention, I watched the entire video… love it. About age is just a number, your heart is ticking and your mind wanders, don’t we all? But you have the right attitude and your spirit in the right direction. Keep going as long as you can while you can. Thank you for sharing your video, Is wonderful and very inspiring.

@65andbackonthebike 8 ай бұрын

Thank you, Werner. Glad I could contribute to a nice Sunday afternoon for you. 😊 Maybe I might make another film called "Age... one of the great mysteries of Life" 😀

@deano-uv6dr 2 ай бұрын

Thouroughly enjoyed watching your videos eddy, looking forward to seeing more in the future. Thank you from wales uk.

@65andbackonthebike Ай бұрын

Thank you, Deano. More coming after my next summer ride... 😊

@090448able 3 ай бұрын

Congratulations Eddy for your adventurous spirit. you Transmit joy and simplicity, calmly appreciating the beautiful things in life. It doesn't matter the age, but the path to be taken in peace and harmony with nature. Greetings from Brazil. I'm 75 and still enjoy my motorcycle rides.

@65andbackonthebike 3 ай бұрын

Thanks bro ! Keep on rolling... 😃👍

@janingham1823 Ай бұрын

Thank you… I needed this today. I’m 66. I have been outfitting my bike for bike packing - I need a pilgrimage…. 6 months today that my beloved husband passed on. Broken.

@65andbackonthebike Ай бұрын

I'm sorry to hear that, Jan. My condoleances. I'd say go on that trip, no matter the destination, and let yourself be spirited by whatever and whichever beautiful soul you come across on your pilgrimage, slowly healing your own scars. Blessings ! 🙏

@janingham1823 Ай бұрын

@@65andbackonthebike thank you for your kind words. Enjoy your travels. Thank you for sharing

@chriswalter6793 8 ай бұрын

Love watching your clips as myself a "dormant" bike tourist currently. I am like your friend who says since he had his first child the traveling sort of went on hold. Seeing you doing at 65 gives me inspiration👍

@65andbackonthebike 8 ай бұрын

Thank you Chris. Why not 'wake up' and relive the joy of biking...? Keeps you young of body and heart. 😊

@chakrambinoystraveldiary4223 8 ай бұрын

Yo are wonderful....I am excited on your video...and it inspires me and giving hope to my future age . I am now in 53 and doing cycling last 7 years...🥰🥰😆

@65andbackonthebike 8 ай бұрын

Thank you, brother ! Keep riding. 👍 Age is all very relative. 😊

8 ай бұрын

You're an inspiration. I will do it a bike packing Europe tour too. God bless you paths! Ana from Brazil

@65andbackonthebike 8 ай бұрын

Thank you, Ana ! And good luck on your European tour ! 👍

@madisondeans5566 3 ай бұрын

Very inspiring,I'm 68 & will keep pedaling til I plotz!!Great advice,to follow our ❤! Happy trails friend!😉👋

@65andbackonthebike 3 ай бұрын

Thank you ! You too enjoy your travels ! 👍🙏

@OllieRolly 7 ай бұрын

Hai Eddy, heel erg genoten van je mooie en rustige video! Ooit in de buurt van Aalsmeer/Amstelveen...je bent altijd welkom.

@65andbackonthebike 7 ай бұрын

Dank je wel, Remco ! 😊👍

@jamesfrazier9671 9 ай бұрын

Hi, I'm 85 and on a bike several days each week in northern Michigan, USA. i like your videos a lot and subscribed. Being active, we might be biking when we are 100 years old

@65andbackonthebike 9 ай бұрын

Thank you, James ! That's exactly my phylosophie as well. So let's keep on riding... 👍

@changhankim7861 2 ай бұрын

Cheers. Keep it going. Lucky life

@michaelcobb2044 2 ай бұрын

What a wonderful adventure ... thank you for sharing w us !

@65andbackonthebike 2 ай бұрын

My pleasure, Michael. Thanks for watching ! 😊

@delionglagalag5483 8 ай бұрын

I wish that when i reach 60+ i can still ride my bicycle for long ride. 👍🏼

@65andbackonthebike 8 ай бұрын

Just keep riding and you'll get there! 😊👍

@ihabmidhat 2 ай бұрын

I watch your first film and I am loving this one. stay strong. PS: you sing good.

@65andbackonthebike 2 ай бұрын

Thank you ! 🙏

@jerry2wheels618 7 ай бұрын

Enjoy live Enjoy bicycle Enjoy roads Great video again. Thanks

@65andbackonthebike 7 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching, Jerry on 2 wheels 👍

@seansixfive 3 ай бұрын

So refreshing to see your film, humanity and free spirit in a rapidly changing world where the political class and media try their hardest to control us. As you see from your travels, we are all equal, all trying to get on with our life, taking joy in simple pleasures. I look forward to seeing your next adventure.

@65andbackonthebike 3 ай бұрын

Thank you ! Yes, indeed a free spirit, simplicity, and a strong sense of togetherness/solidarity are the things that will be able to unstoppably beat the control mechanisms in the end... 😊

@user-cn6dy8lc9n 8 ай бұрын

i'm waiting " the 67... and still crazy about bike travel." Take care Sir - Tristan (bali, indonesia)

@65andbackonthebike 8 ай бұрын

Well it usually takes a year to be a year older, so you'll have to be patient, Tristan from Bali 😊 But the 67 film will definitely come, you can count on it. And after it many more... 👍

@digitalreject3233 8 ай бұрын

Beautiful video. My plan is to bike pack/tour Europe in 2027. I will be 68 by then, retired and finally free.

@65andbackonthebike 8 ай бұрын

Thank you ! Good luck on your trip and maybe our paths will cross in 2027 ! 😊

@tomnorton8218 3 ай бұрын

Last year we started in Brussels. But all the ebikes and scooters!!

@amandawildy135 8 ай бұрын

What a peaceful adventure!

@65andbackonthebike 8 ай бұрын

Thank you, Amanda ! What is out there is but a reflection of what is inside 😊💚

@mickhurley7305 8 ай бұрын

Nice video. I like the respect you show the country and the simple living people you meet along the way.

@65andbackonthebike 8 ай бұрын

Thanks, Mick ! 😊👍

@PedalingAdventures 6 ай бұрын

Bravo! So happy you shared your story with us. Looking forward to more!

@65andbackonthebike 6 ай бұрын

Thank you brother! A real pleasure for me to do this and more is certainly coming... Let's keep on rolling hey! 😃👍

@timt148 7 ай бұрын

So im watching another great Eddie adventure this morning and the scene of you getting hosed down in your skivies almost made me spit my coffee across the room. Im still laughing my ass off 😅😅😅. Always remember, adventure is the elixer that feeds the fountain of youth. Thanks for sharing and wind to your back, and sun in your face.

@65andbackonthebike 7 ай бұрын

"Adventure is the elixir that feeds the fountain of youth"... Well said, Tim! 👍I guess that qualifies me to reach 100 years, at which age I intend to still be making a bike touring film every year...! So you've been warned for next time you see a new film of mine appear...: make sure you will have finished your coffee before pushing that play button, cos my screenplay ideas might become crazier every year... 🤪 Thanks for watching, bro ! 😎

@timt148 6 ай бұрын

@@65andbackonthebike Hey eddie I am going to be in Amsterdam on friday (my son is visiting universities). Is it pretty easy to rent tour bikes in the Netherlands? Im actually thinking about bringing my panniers and going for a jaunt for a few days. Let me know your thoughts.

@Juergen732 3 ай бұрын

What a treasure of a video! Thank you for sharing!

@65andbackonthebike 3 ай бұрын

Thank you, Jürgen ! My pleasure. 😊

@robertpersall98 3 ай бұрын

Amazing how philosophical people are. What a wonderful experience! Thank you for sharing with us!

@65andbackonthebike 3 ай бұрын

My pleasure, Robert. Thanks for watching. 😊

@umbertomaresca6192 3 ай бұрын

thank you sooo much Eddy...you are awesome...God bless

@65andbackonthebike 3 ай бұрын

Thank you, Umberto. 🙏

@antoninnytra1413 4 ай бұрын

I see, you love bike traveling Eddy. Its freedom treaveling true the amazing nature👍👍

@65andbackonthebike 4 ай бұрын

Indeed it is. 😊

@bergenbiker 8 ай бұрын

Fantastic ride and video, so inspiring! Many thank for posting, and RIDE ON Eddie!!

@65andbackonthebike 8 ай бұрын

Thank you, Carsten ! 😊

@user-tl9nm1yw1j 8 ай бұрын

Эдди, ты такой добрый и жизнерадостный! Замечательные видео, очень вдохновляют на велопутешествия. Здоровья тебе и многих лёгких километров путешествий на велосипеде!

@65andbackonthebike 8 ай бұрын

Спасибо ! 😊👍

@carlrichards9333 8 ай бұрын

Bro, absolutely Brilliant..very inspirational indeed

@65andbackonthebike 8 ай бұрын

Thank you, Carl ! 👍😊

@Williamottelucas 7 ай бұрын

Ik vind het leuk wat je doet. Ook ses-en-sestig, en ook en fietser mijn hele leven. All those trucks using what appears to be just a cycle path!

@65andbackonthebike 7 ай бұрын

Thanks William. Keep on riding, brother! 😊

@morg52 3 ай бұрын

The magic of the open road. I'm 68 and still out there on a bike here in the US. Beautiful cinephotographic and story.

@65andbackonthebike 3 ай бұрын

Thank you Mickey. May we enjoy that road magic for many years to come!! 😀🙏

@billmccollum2680 7 ай бұрын

Eddy, I stumbled across your video. And thought it was wonderful thanks for sharing! My name is bill I am 65 years old I live in Southern Idaho USA. I have been an avid cyclist for years since I was in my 20s and raced and now I have the passion to maybe riding my bicycle across our country because of your video😊 Thank you so much!❤

@65andbackonthebike 7 ай бұрын

Thanks Bill 😊

@istvanszlovenszky4580 3 ай бұрын

....very nice trip,thank you !

@65andbackonthebike 3 ай бұрын

Thank you, Istvan ! 😊

@anthonybrewer931 8 ай бұрын

Hello Eddy Thank you for this second video. Such joy. You have a unique skill with the camera but more so with your beautiful voice narrating your wonderful journey. The people you meet, and the delightful conversation. The advice iwhen asked “ follow your heart” and their advice to you. “ eat Nutella chocolate”. Priceless I am 75 and live in the UK but hope to follow my dream/heart next year You are an inspiration Thank you Anthony

@65andbackonthebike 8 ай бұрын

Thank you, Anthony ! Following my heart throughout my life has made me the happy person I am today, and this happiness has only multiplied by the discovery of filmmaking as a way to share it with the world. I'm sure your heart will lead you to glorious places too ! Cheers brother ! 😊👍

@klauskeller7617 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for the video. So I don't need a new touring bike at all. 😀I would like to give something back: A tip as a cyclist and trained nurse. When riding in the heat, I use protection from direct heating of the head and some salt in the water bottles to make up for the losses from sweating. Water alone is not enough +++ I swapped the 48/32 crank for a 36/22. I'm not fast with that, but mountains are no problem. 8 10/34 rear. +++ I wish you a wonderful time on this Planet 🌍

@65andbackonthebike 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for the tips, Klaus ! 👍

@klauskeller7617 3 ай бұрын

Gerne 😀@@65andbackonthebike

@melvinalfredo20 3 ай бұрын

love this channel... great adventure... nice sceneries along the way... and most of all story that comes along with it... eagerly waiting for your next pilgrim....

@65andbackonthebike 3 ай бұрын

Thank you, Melvin ! Next film definitely coming after my next bike ride this summer. 😊

@francoverdichio 3 ай бұрын

Hello Eddy. I am writing to congratulate you on your trip and your desire to share it. I liked your style of travel, the simplicity of those places and their people. Also the video is very inspiring. I have in mind to do something similar in the region where I live and then who knows, continue to many more places. I'll be on the lookout for a new video of your adventures! I send you a big hug from the Pamps of Argentina.

@65andbackonthebike 3 ай бұрын

Thank you, Franco ! 🙏I'd say go for it, brother, and let yourself be surprised by whatever such an adventure brings. Cheers mate ! 😊

@Starry_Night_Sky7455 3 ай бұрын

Totally lol'd at the the air conditioned t-shirt! Ha ha ha! It got the job done. Not sure if I would have done that in the USA. The water sources here may be polluted, so it's best to be a bit careful. You made this route you took over the 54 minutes of editing look like absolute contentment. I've been to Germany. I say some areas look a lot like East Tennessee.

@65andbackonthebike 3 ай бұрын

Ha, yes, I also mainly use tap water or spring water for my AC t-shirt. 😀 And yeah, I feel like in heaven when I'm travelling on the bike, so uncomplicated, so relaxed and free, and nothing to worry about... Like the German girl says at 41.22: pure bliss.

@Ey_up 9 ай бұрын

Thanks Eddy! Wonderful. I am 62 and my children are very young...I will be 72 and wanting to get out on my bike, for sure! Great film.

@65andbackonthebike 9 ай бұрын

Thank you ! 😊

@user-gk2gp5ev4v 4 ай бұрын

Hello Eddie, I found your Videos and want to say: thank you very much for these wonderful moments, you share with us. I find your video so inspiring. I‘m 71 years and plan a trip from Salzburg to Bilbao in May 2024. Keep healthy, lovely greetings Hanns

@65andbackonthebike 4 ай бұрын

Thank you Hanns ! Glad to know of a 71 year old biker who also still enjoys riding long distances. If my home in Southern France (35km SE of Carcassonne) happens to be on your next itinerary, you're very welcome to stay at my place. That is if you don't mind climbing up to 700m altitude where we live. Anyway, good luck and enjoy the ride ! 🙏

@user-gk2gp5ev4v 4 ай бұрын

Hello Eddy, thank you very much for your offer. My itinerary is much more north (Basel, Moulin…). When I‘m on the way, I‘ll be pleased to send you greetings from my trip. Hope you will enjoy this. Have a good time. If you sometimes come to Salzburg, let me know. Hanns

@DF-rj7jl 7 ай бұрын

Loved your videos, brilliant...and your sons too

@65andbackonthebike 7 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching ! 😊

@Bokooda 8 ай бұрын

Thank you. It's only when you try one of these journeys, can you get why you want to do it again. Simply moving along with only your own motivation and effort is a life changing experience. Go at your own pace, stop to watch the river flow by or make a coffee watching the clouds roll over. I go to work becasue I have to. I ride my bike because I love to. Happy riding 🙏🏽

@65andbackonthebike 8 ай бұрын

Thank you ! Keep riding on the thread of Life, mate 😊

@joshuachurchdelpiano3015 3 ай бұрын

Great song.

@65andbackonthebike 3 ай бұрын

Thanks, Joshua ! 😊

@paulrhodes5931 4 ай бұрын

Great video....na your not crazy....it is those who don't keep on challenging themselves who are crazy. From a 59 year old LDC...I lived on my bike for the past 4 years... stopping when I can find work. Now en route to Georgia.

@65andbackonthebike 4 ай бұрын

Thank you, Paul ! That's how I think about it too. Good luck with the bikelife man ! 👍💥

@iainmaccallum7468 6 ай бұрын

Great video and very inspiring 👏🙏

@65andbackonthebike 6 ай бұрын

Thank you, Iain ! 😊

@Eagleontheroad Ай бұрын

Another great video, just can't wait for yours next year adventure. And you are right; kerp on cycling until you can. Couse of healt isues my cycling days are over for good, but i still enjoy watching you guys...

@65andbackonthebike Ай бұрын

Thank you for your comment, Eagle on the Road (an appropriate name in your situation I must say, watching everything from 'above' now). Yes, keep an eye out for my next film, sometime in the autumn this year... 😊