Bikepacking Essentials With Sean Conway | What To Take Bikepacking

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Simon is joined by Sean Conway, a man who doesn't do things by half, and reveals what he takes with him on his bikepacking adventures.
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Sean Conway is an extreme endurance athlete, he completed the world's longest triathlon, 85 days! He's also raced around the world, yep, the world!
Find out what he takes with him on his adventures, it's remarkable what can be packed away. His cycling pannier bags are certainly something to delve inside of.
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@ntfntd0 7 жыл бұрын

Cut tooth brush off into half to save a few grams, then brings a liquor flask. Love this guy.

@FilthyAsFuck 7 жыл бұрын

I also cut my toothbrush in half for bikepacking, but that was so it'd fit in my little first aid/hygiene bag :P And never forget the whiskey!

@AdelaideBikeFreeway 7 жыл бұрын

me too

@manysnakes 7 жыл бұрын

Yeah, it's rarely about weight. Just space-saving.

@jeffgorrie 6 жыл бұрын

my kind of guy

@lobomalsano 5 жыл бұрын

replace liquor flask for weed joint kit

@Grudxx 7 жыл бұрын

It is a good thing he finds time to cycle around the world in between Game of Thrones shoots

@TheDklasse 7 жыл бұрын

brilliant underrated comment.

@DorinaRoams 7 жыл бұрын

Rodolphe Mannessier bahahahahahaha made my night

@samsanders3150 7 жыл бұрын

and making friends

@pepijnishier 6 жыл бұрын

Giants actually, Tormund Giantsbane = Tormund Giantsbabe.

@briantruck2284 3 жыл бұрын

😆😂🤣

@dingof4147 7 жыл бұрын

has aero wheels, but a beard the size of a parachute

@telkanuru 7 жыл бұрын

Wizards don't have to worry about drag

@tro7e 7 жыл бұрын

nor drugs

@Asgath 7 жыл бұрын

Best comment of the ever. Sean Conway is a dude.

@willbert7715 7 жыл бұрын

made my day :D

@brisfocus3648 7 жыл бұрын

if a Lion rode a bike it would look like Sean...

@jacksquat2067 7 жыл бұрын

"That day, for no particular reason, I decided to go for a little ride. So I rode to the end of the road. And when I got there, I thought maybe I'd ride to the end of town. And when I got there, I thought maybe I'd just ride across Green Bow County. And I figured since I rode this far, maybe I'd just ride across the great state of Alabama! And that's what I did: I rode clear across Alabama. No particular reason, I just kept on going. I rode clear to the ocean. And when I got there, I figured since I'd gone this far, might as well turn around, just keep on goin'. When I got to another ocean, I figured since I'd gone this far, might as well just turn back, keep right on goin'. When I got tired, I slept. When I got hungry, I ate. When I had to go, you know...I went." "And so...you just rode!" "...Yeah!"

@findermanimages 5 жыл бұрын

Ride, Forest, ride...

@felsal20 5 жыл бұрын

I'm tired. I think I wanna go home now.

@markconnelly1806 4 жыл бұрын

That's classic. You and he should make a commercial for a bike company.

@murphragous 4 жыл бұрын

"Woah man! You just rode through a huge pile of dog shit!"

@DariusRamelis 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Can't wait for my 600 miles ride this May 😃😃😃

@TryggHavet 7 жыл бұрын

Global Bikepacking Network ? Yes, please !!

@chris_noswe 7 жыл бұрын

Alexandre M. Z. You should check out Bicycle Touring Pro here on KZfaq.

@hippyswift 7 жыл бұрын

Alexandre M. Z. I have been offering this for ages

@hippyswift 7 жыл бұрын

Alexandre M. Z. for a more real experience try my videos

@bobcr 7 жыл бұрын

Si's face everytime he pulls something from the pack is something like: "Oh God, please, let it be clean"

@briantruck2284 3 жыл бұрын

😆😂🤣

@literoadie3502 7 жыл бұрын

I love this guy what a legend!

@mboyd1959 7 жыл бұрын

Lite Roadie Saw him this weekend, he rode the Fred Whitton and now he's popped up on GCN bizarre! :)

@hippyswift 7 жыл бұрын

Lite Roadie he is a legend for sure

@dingane 7 жыл бұрын

I really want to see 'GCN goes bike packing'!

@DorinaRoams 7 жыл бұрын

dingane yes please

@hippyswift 7 жыл бұрын

dingane 100%

@mrdavecee7248 7 жыл бұрын

dingane Yep.

@jeffgorrie 6 жыл бұрын

I would kill to see this series!!

@khaki.shorts 5 жыл бұрын

Ayyy my child they heard you!

@raoulkoopman9408 7 жыл бұрын

I realize that GCN is 'hard' at work with the triplet hour record, but what would have to happen to get a three part series of the presenters bikepacking for a weekend?

@JS-tb9hu 7 жыл бұрын

Great idea!

@DanThemes 7 жыл бұрын

That'd be awesome!

@hippyswift 7 жыл бұрын

Raoul Koopman I think they should do it, I love it and covered over 21k miles so far

@coryhoffmann9847 7 жыл бұрын

YES! This MUST happen!

@matthewlewis2072 7 жыл бұрын

They'd all have to grow ridiculous beards and be too poor to stay in, say, a hotel

@MrPoldekrosmol 7 жыл бұрын

YES YES YES YES YES YES YES FINALLY a video from GCN about Bikepacking! WOOHOOO!

@MrPoldekrosmol 7 жыл бұрын

Damn it myself, you got to excited! A racing gramnerd is NOT they kind of bikepacking I like to do :) altough this could help me if I want to start to do more endurance cycling.

@Anony3141592 7 жыл бұрын

Same...though "intend" rather than "like", but I am pleased to see a large beard is 'permitted' :-) [I don't have the budget for being a gramnerd in any case. My bike weighs what his entire kit comes to :-\ ]

@hippyswift 7 жыл бұрын

MrPoldekrosmol yeah finally lol

@ernestsmiles111 7 жыл бұрын

more of this pls

@hippyswift 7 жыл бұрын

Ernest Smiles have a look at our channels dude

@DevonCycleBoy 7 жыл бұрын

check out some of my vids, I have one coming soon of my complete bikepacking kit

@jeffgorrie 6 жыл бұрын

Subscribed to both! I need more bikepacking channels! Thanks, lads.

@AnthonyLock92 7 жыл бұрын

my parents do a lot a cycle touring usually 1 or 2, 2 to 3 week trips a year and they go with the opposite approach. They don't really care about speed and have trailers. they just really enjoy cycling and seeing people. I did my own. trip a couple of years back and loaded up 2 paniers and a front box. and that was ideal in my eyes. enough comfert and enough speed. I guess what I'm saying is that there is no right formula, just get out and try a trip!

@luismedeiros7139 7 жыл бұрын

Was this a job interview cause Sean would make a great Endurance Channel presenter :D "Welcome to ECN"

@splashstrike 7 жыл бұрын

An essential missed out would be a water filter, allows you to get water from streams.

@shamanbeartwo3819 4 жыл бұрын

I have an REI one somewhere in my earthquake kit. I lived outside for a year two different times and used it to drink out of a lake. They are quite small. One can also find some pretty decent drinking straws that are great filters just not designed to fill a pot or jug.

@maxcrowe 3 жыл бұрын

Life straw!

@Ryan-ud3kk 7 жыл бұрын

There should be regular episodes called "Where in the world is Sean Conway" where you all check in with him and see his latest adventures. He's a really good presenter and seems like he has been and will ride some pretty cool places.

@TheWaxChainFanClub 7 жыл бұрын

Sean Conway - gram nerd. 13kg of hair on his head.

@user-tb1im9wu4z 4 жыл бұрын

Hahah

@BillOweninOttawa 2 жыл бұрын

Not to mention all the shampoo.

@chrisjong8412 5 жыл бұрын

You need to make more video's with him, what a great guy, so down to earth and informative

@PaldoEs 7 жыл бұрын

love it! I think Sean needs to take the GCN crew out on a bike packing long weekend adventure! That would be a great vid!!

@armandrebello3381 7 жыл бұрын

GCN presenters bikepacking challenge! In the format similar to the commute challenge and top gear. That would be a great gcn episode.

@jakefairley6993 7 жыл бұрын

Love seeing you guys talking about touring, I'm a more into bikepacking than I am straight up road bikes but I still watch all your content, so it's awesome seeing you guys talk about something a bit different :D

@TheVelomobileChannel 7 жыл бұрын

That was interesting! I'd like to see more of this kind of content, bikepacking and endurance cycling.

@grumpy-dad3701 2 жыл бұрын

"Keep smiling adventures" is a great channel He rides all over the UK. I started watching bikepacking videos about 3 months ago, within 2 weeks I had arranged my 1st solo bikepacking trip. It was amazing already planning my next trip. If you haven't been bikepacking I would say plan, buy and then do it.

@jordanstebbins1949 7 жыл бұрын

This is absolutely incredible! Well done GCN, keep up the great work, I watch every single day! Love the channel!

@CallMeDr.T. 4 жыл бұрын

"We have solved many world problems,... and forgotten them on the next hill". Thanks. That was a great fun to hear. :)

@dingof4147 7 жыл бұрын

When Sean's beard is bigger than your future

@Dehibernation 5 жыл бұрын

Dingo F Some say, Sean uses his beard as fire tinder in the wilderness.

@briantruck2284 3 жыл бұрын

😆😂🤣 sadly true

@trelosenario Жыл бұрын

A new world !! The face of Simon is priceless ......

@nanaofthefaintsmile 7 жыл бұрын

I've been waiting ages for bikepacking/touring info on this channel. Super pleased.

@guy5paris 7 жыл бұрын

More vids on this subject please. Its so versatile - basically on any kind of bike. Info on what to pack where. Becomes a bit of a camping series as well really!

@misomonster 7 жыл бұрын

Love this vid, more of Sean please, such a cool guy.

@jamesd5241 7 жыл бұрын

More interview stuff with these people. A GCN podcast with sean conway wouldve been amazing

@bodhievel9503 5 жыл бұрын

that dudes smile is amazing. You can tell he is really happy.

@harrisonthompsonabdullah4877 3 жыл бұрын

I love this video.. Really inspires me to continue my adventure cycling this coming November..

@mattmcdougall869 6 жыл бұрын

So RAD! Great production, awesome tunes, and major stoke to get out and explore. Thanks

@ColonelBummleigh 5 жыл бұрын

What an incredible chap.

@BikeItUK 7 жыл бұрын

Hats off to you Sir, proper touring beard and matching coloured frame, respect!! I'm just getting into touring and will be sharing my adventures on here. Great helpful video! Thanks all the best Andy

@BikeBodyMind 7 жыл бұрын

Is there a list floating around anywhere that covers exactly what tent, sleeping mat, pillow, etc., he is using?

@btmilner 3 жыл бұрын

His hair doubles as a pillow

@williamhilliard7386 2 жыл бұрын

Speed not important, weight on the level same 25 lbs +water and filter . just GO.

@sanderkommeren2848 7 жыл бұрын

Super awesome to see a video like this guys! Excellent, looking forward to more! :)

@insideout2600 7 жыл бұрын

like that guys attitude , stellar

@solangebrugnatelli 7 жыл бұрын

Loving Simon's expression throughout the video :D

@Jace_Roams 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for doing a bikepacking post! I've been hoping you guys would do one!

@krazykat3063 4 жыл бұрын

Great advice! Thanks for uploading!

@laurenthenault-brunet9369 7 жыл бұрын

Need more of this!!!

@constancerudert4830 4 жыл бұрын

There are quite some moments when Simons face expression is absolutely priceless! Then again, cycling in Straya is most of the time warmer then in Northern Europe...

@philipsimister3151 7 жыл бұрын

Si's expression for the entire episode is priceless.......Sean is a legend. Well done all.

@davidfletcher9403 7 жыл бұрын

good work GCN, what a top video with a top bloke, his books are well worth a read.

@eduardoremedios2573 7 жыл бұрын

superb. many thanks.

@MikeTheBike2010 7 жыл бұрын

Brilliant, what a lovely natural guy!

@mediumrick7667 7 жыл бұрын

I never thought GCN would go bikepacking. Very cool. And I love the Brits answer to Forrest Gump too. Thanks for stepping out a bit GCN, well done.

@itsdave92 7 жыл бұрын

This got me very excited to do my tour of the Catskills this July!

@IceReef 6 жыл бұрын

What a legend Sean is - inspirational

@ChristopherClaudioSkierka 2 жыл бұрын

...this guy really shows how much we over think of what we need, I think the issue is cycling is big business and we get told ,,we need this or we need that. glad I came across this

@ayisa001 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome, thanks Sean! (and Simon)

@ryand141 2 жыл бұрын

Si's face when he says mascot is f...g priceless. Nuts.

@stevelachappelle8571 7 жыл бұрын

I have that same set-up on my bike. I have gone on many adventures on it. it's crazy how much you really need to travel.

@rafaeldegiacomoaraujo8778 7 жыл бұрын

Sean Conway is a fantastic speaker. Great video!

@chriscolabella880 7 жыл бұрын

Lovely bloke and truly inspirational video!

@sycarter2024 4 жыл бұрын

THIS GUYS BRILLIANT I RIDE WITH HIM ANYTIME AND IL LEARN LOADS OF HIM..THANK GCN

@garshaw8404 6 жыл бұрын

Really like Raoul's suggesting for a GCN bikepacking special! Really interesting video and have to take my hat off to Sean, a very robust and resourceful man

@juliandevilliers6435 7 жыл бұрын

Great interview! I'm pumped to do this!

@BenGeorgeWALES 7 жыл бұрын

Awesome vid! Thanks guys!

@FlatSpinMan 7 жыл бұрын

Never had any interest in bikepacking, but this guy made it sound easy and fun. Nice having such an engaging guest. May have to try this.

@justinfloyd7511 7 жыл бұрын

Nice suprise to see @Conway_Sean on the show, last saw him as he finished JOGLE, not on a bike but running

@hayovandijk65 7 жыл бұрын

Really Nice! Something completely different for a change. And a great guy, he can have his own gcn adventure show!

@dncsmedia 4 жыл бұрын

I loved the video. Haven’t but can’t wait to go on my first bike packing trip. It’s actually something I’ve wanted to do life long. Earlier in life, I thought motorcycle, but it never happened. Now I know it’s a bicycle. Have considered a cargo trailer and this video shows maybe that isn’t the best idea. I need a trailer to carry packages to the post office. (I’m in e-commerce) thanks for another great video. Si, You’re the man! 🚲🚲🤙🏼✌🏼❤️

@CallMeDr.T. 4 жыл бұрын

Loved the video. Thanks!

@hippyswift 7 жыл бұрын

I am also a bikepacking addict & only last week I cycled from Suffolk to Yorkshire for 'Mike Halls' funeral where luckily enough I bumped into Sean myself. I'm glad you guys finally done a bikepacking video as people can enjoy the combination of cycling and camping when going a long way. if anybody would like to come bikepacking with me please leave a comment or message me, peace

@spammy3164 3 жыл бұрын

I know I'm really late to this comment, but I really need some advice from someone experienced. Looking at camping for a few short trips with a couple friends. How many litres of storage roughly would you say I need for a 3 day round trip please?

@hippyswift 3 жыл бұрын

@@spammy3164 I normally get away with very little at around 25l of storage, plus bit of food in small hip bag 👍

@spammy3164 3 жыл бұрын

@@hippyswift thanks for the speedy response! Another cheeky question I have is where the bulk of the storage should be, like do I get a 10l saddlebag and smaller bags elsewhere or bigger frame bags etc and a smaller saddlebag? Thanks once again, this whole thing is super exciting

@adammackenzie 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent Video ! thanks

@whitej85 7 жыл бұрын

more videos with Sean please, cheers

@meo150 7 жыл бұрын

8 million more of these please!

@neilbuddo9297 7 жыл бұрын

Great vid, thank you!

@tankieboy2 7 жыл бұрын

Brilliant, what a Legend.

@md1967gb 5 жыл бұрын

sean conway, what a gem!

@MikeBertelsenDK 6 жыл бұрын

What a BEAST! Mad respect

@2klatte 7 жыл бұрын

Surprised you'd have cycling touring stuff here. Glad to see this!

@rpx1979 7 жыл бұрын

Bloody Hero. Sean - good work!

@mucklark6943 7 жыл бұрын

so cool ! really enjoyed that !

@kivriel2660 7 жыл бұрын

Loved this one!

@mtbmac2692 6 жыл бұрын

Guys a legend.

@Mio-Vita 7 жыл бұрын

What a great guy , top video thanks

@OscarRios 3 жыл бұрын

Holy cow! Moses... !!! finally saw him

@richardtickler8555 7 жыл бұрын

presenter challange: who can go furthest in 3 days

@adventureadventure8796 7 жыл бұрын

Now that would be a good challenge, I reckon Matt will do well but not sure about Dan, unless there is a pub each night 😉

@ralph1269 7 жыл бұрын

Yes! I demand GCN boys do this!

@Wakey585 7 жыл бұрын

GCN does PBP, LEL or Transcon!

@juliewalls5804 7 жыл бұрын

Awesome, not your everyday Joe but so what! Looks like a fun way to tour!

@jaycollins6792 7 жыл бұрын

fully loved that gcn nice one

@phinneasbutt 7 жыл бұрын

Simon's face is just the funniest ever!!!!

@oscarlaight6493 7 жыл бұрын

No link to win his beard?

@acruzp 7 жыл бұрын

I was expecting them to give out hand painted wilson balls to go with the castaway starter pack

@topsetjewellery 6 жыл бұрын

Sean would be a terrific GCN presenter. Good vid.

@simonbrunner9972 7 жыл бұрын

Would be interested in more of this stuff.

@JasLeGoff 7 жыл бұрын

Dude is a legend!

@slumberjer78 7 жыл бұрын

Yeah..i'm into this...more content on bikepacking..

@bbantick 7 жыл бұрын

the best GCN so far

@tommyharrold287 7 жыл бұрын

Best video ever by GCN ! If you could make more touring video's that would be grand. Although you may want to take SunCream if your coming to Australia.