Got to agree with you one hundred percent! Despite the inclement weather and the midges, Scotland is an amazing place. I’ve been going up there for 45 years, and when I’m not there, I’m already planning to go back! Thanks for sharing.
@Cycling366 Жыл бұрын
Thanks! Yes I am the same. Always got another adventure planned in Scotland 🏴
@IanFarmer Жыл бұрын
I've cycled all over Scotland from the Cairngorms, Arran and the nc500. I've loved every minute of it, it does help that I'm based near Edinburgh so fairly central, planning on doing the Hebridean way in June and cannot wait.
@Cycling366 Жыл бұрын
Brilliant! The Hebridean way is amazing, you’ll love it!
@danalec4742 Жыл бұрын
Agreed 👍
@Cycling366 Жыл бұрын
Thanks! 👍:)
@edbernie9675Ай бұрын
scotland, ireland, france and spain!
@Cycling366Ай бұрын
Good calls
@angelag5708 Жыл бұрын
I've only bikepacked in Canada and Scotland and I would agree that Scotland is the best 👍
@Cycling366 Жыл бұрын
It’s stunning! I’d love to come to Canada for a bikepacking trip too though!
@redditchscroller7049 Жыл бұрын
Good points well made. Scotland is a country you can keep going back to and see new and different things every time. We love holidaying there in our campervan, but these days we try to visit out of the main tourist season when it's calmer and more relaxed.
@Cycling366 Жыл бұрын
Thank you! Yes avoiding busy holiday times is a good idea 👍
@jamesmcneil2472 Жыл бұрын
Much less expensive out of season.
@redditchscroller7049 Жыл бұрын
@@jamesmcneil2472 Not so much the expense more the lack of crowds out of season!
@PuddledPete Жыл бұрын
Yup, Scotland is hard to beat .... if the weather's kind. If all goes well, wife and I are planning on spending at least 6 weeks cycling there during April and May then hopefully going back for more in September, early October ❤️ 🏴
@Cycling366 Жыл бұрын
Nice one! Very jealous :)
@velorog Жыл бұрын
I've had some of my best and worst holidays in Scotland. More bad than good, completely ruined by bad weather and midges. I abandoned Scotland some years ago and started touring in Switzerland, Fantastic nationwide network of cycle routes, both on and off road and backed up by mountain huts and hostels, with plenty of camp sites in the valleys.
@Cycling366 Жыл бұрын
Yes I get where you’re coming from there. Had my worst day on a bike cycling from Inverness to Bettyhill. Switzerland sounds great! Done a small amount of riding there but never done a bikepacking adventure. Where would you recommend?
@gabike2 күн бұрын
Hi , I´d like the video. Scotland will be probably next destination😃 Nice coutry for bikepacking is SLOVAKIA. If you need any info let me know. Thank for video
@Cycling36617 сағат бұрын
Cool! Not been to Slovakia so will have to check it out soon
@frogslips Жыл бұрын
Scotland. Totally agree, has everything. If you plan for all weather you’ll be fine.
@Cycling366 Жыл бұрын
Thanks! There is no poor weather, only poor clothing choices haha.
@BraeCycling8 ай бұрын
Coming from Scotland I would agree Scotland is amazing for bike packing, I would also suggest Albania, it feels like going back in time. Korea is has great cycling touring routes and amazing food.
@Cycling3668 ай бұрын
Nice! Have thought about Albania before actually. Never planned anything though! Korea looks insanely good. Thanks for watching!
@marcolibrizzi94458 ай бұрын
The mountains in Albainia are amazing, super quiet but proper mountains. @@Cycling366
@paulgilpin3963 Жыл бұрын
Scotland is the best. I've had some amazing bike packing trips in Scotland 🚴⛰️🌄
@Cycling366 Жыл бұрын
Nice! Same here - so many great adventures.
@ianclements4268 Жыл бұрын
Completely agree I did the NC 500 and absolutely loved it especially the west side and apart from one day of rain the weather was great ☀️😎 however you didn’t mention the midges 😮 😆🤣 horrible little blighters
@Cycling366 Жыл бұрын
Lucky with the weather then! Yes I kept that under wraps 😂
@phillcubed1745 Жыл бұрын
An excellent choice - and well described/explained 😅
@Cycling366 Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@thedaftestnameicouldthinko8233 Жыл бұрын
France has some sensational bits but the heat can be too much of a good thing. Scotland often has alternatives to the main roads. Parts of the Highland Trail 550 can be done on a 4 pannier touring bike. No need for LEJOGgers to use the A9 unless pushed for time.
@Cycling366 Жыл бұрын
Agree with you there! Love France and the sunshine but Scotland’s magic is partly down to the weather. :)
@marekwrobel1798 Жыл бұрын
I ❤ Scotland as well but would like to try Green Velo in the North of Poland along the forests sea and dunes…I am from North mid 🇵🇱 so would be good to do the route one day. From May/June the weather is warm though could be stormy. Good luck !
@Cycling366 Жыл бұрын
I’ve never considered that part of Poland but I’ll check it out! Thanks :)
@danfedder1 Жыл бұрын
How about the lovely MIDGES? Did you forget about them?
@JeremyLawrence-imajez Жыл бұрын
Criteria No. 7 - lack of bugs. That and No. 6 are where Scotland struggles. Though iffy weather usually means no midges. 😄 Otherwise it's rather lovely.
@Cycling366 Жыл бұрын
Every cloud and all that!
@alanhanley9515 Жыл бұрын
Talking of free accomodation....you've got it now if the Scottish Tourist Board see this vid!!!!
@Cycling366 Жыл бұрын
Haha that would suit me!
@joannetorre41273 ай бұрын
Can you share a route that’s good for 13 yr old? Off road and safe. We’re planning to do bikepacking with my son. Thank you 😊
@Cycling3663 ай бұрын
Where do you live? That will make a big difference 😝
@joannetorre41273 ай бұрын
@@Cycling366 london :)
@stevegreenwood8168 Жыл бұрын
Yorkshire, enough said.
@JeremyLawrence-imajez Жыл бұрын
And you rarely have to worry about those flying bitey beasties either.