Fully Loaded Winter Off-Road ebike Trip. Fiido T1 Pro Utility Electric Bike. Stealth Camp.

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Жыл бұрын

In this video, I am heading up the Peddars Way, a 50 mile off-road trail in Norfolk on my ebike. Fiido, who make the bike, claim a very impressive range per battery charge and I wanted to test out that range under heavy use in some challenging conditions during winter and so the idea of this trip was born.
Heading off from the Suffolk border, I begin my journey northwards, passing through forests, heathland, wetlands, wide rolling hills and along muddy paths and gravel tracks. I finally arrive at a nice spot to camp for the night, tantalisingly close to the dunes and beaches of the North Norfolk coast, with just a bar of battery remaining.
After a well deserved steak dinner, a couple of beers and an evening enjoying a nice fire, its time for bed ready for the final leg to Holme-next-the-sea, but can I make it before the battery runs out?
I hope you enjoy the video.
Thanks for watching.
Links
Peddars Way and Norfolk Coast Path guide book
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Honey Stove
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@marticon9286 Жыл бұрын

It’s easy to forget you’ve not got a camera person filming you. It must take ages to keep retracing your steps. Your vlogs are brilliant Simon and better than most mainstream TV!

@iainamurray Жыл бұрын

Easier when you’re battery powered!

@gustonzimasheen Жыл бұрын

Yeah I was thinking exactly the same thing. Like some of the shots where he's crossing the road or riding away, and the camera is still there filming everything as he disappears around the corner. Would be great if it was a drone and you can just call it back to your location, or have it in follow mode overhead.

@jonnyswalk4674 Жыл бұрын

Was also thinking exactly the same thing - he puts in a shift making this stuff for sure 👌

@simonablokeinthewoods Жыл бұрын

Thank you Martin! 😁

@JRLNeal Жыл бұрын

@@gustonzimasheen yes the drone is good for that. Just watch out if it gets a low battery and starts to return to home - that’ll be where you started, not where you are.

@kermitthepog7063 Жыл бұрын

Of the three bushcrafters who've recently reviewed these e-bikes, you're the only one who actually went on a long journey with it - not just messing about around camp! Thanks for the useful consumer information. 👍 No offence to the other two, big fan of them both, just wanted to give props where its due. 🖖

@MehediHasanSizan 10 ай бұрын

This is the most realistic and grounded video of bikepacking/outdoors activity. Almost every youtuber has super sleek expensive all set perfect destination, equipment etc to showcase how easy it is but it's really not supposed to be easy it's outdoors you're alone in the wilderness and for new comers this is a reality check video.

@lizmclure5328 Жыл бұрын

My husband, Martin started watching your videos a couple of years back and dragged me in with Maggie. Martin passed away in August but I've carried on watching. We had a running joke that you, Richard outdoors and Andy from Kent Survival all lived with vegetarians so you made me laugh tonight!

@leothelegend8201 Жыл бұрын

Sorry for your loss Liz

@Hope-Truth-Light Ай бұрын

R.I.P.

@Kenbur Жыл бұрын

I know I repeat myself over and over Simon, however it is hard to come up with different words to try to explain how much I enjoy your vlogs and appreciate your efforts in bringing us along. It is 30 to 40 minutes of reality that I truly just sit back and relax and experience through your camera lens. Again ATB as always a great video.

@simonablokeinthewoods Жыл бұрын

Thank you mate! 😁

@superhands8041 Жыл бұрын

ken has said everything i need to say.

@TheNeilo-Audiosound Жыл бұрын

What he said above with Knobs on😜

@BeeKay4444 Жыл бұрын

I agree. Simon maybe doesn’t realize how many of us live vicariously through his adventures.

@9amStudio 10 ай бұрын

I second that😂

@nelsoncaraballo9446 9 ай бұрын

That was an exceptional idea taking the battery into sleeping bag with you! Thank you for sharing. Ride On!

@MSJERSwenson Ай бұрын

Being a retired chef, living near Montreal and being both a steak fan and having access to salmon runs, yellow perch and smoked sturgeon I always appreciate the meals that you and Andrew make. I have camped all of my life and love it. Sadly my days of riding a bike are gone lol...Props from Canada xo

@ianofthetaylors6288 Жыл бұрын

Simon makes some of the finest outdoor videos ontye whole of KZfaq. The combination of amazing cooking, bushcraft, hiking and wild camping is superb and an absolute joy to watch. Production, narration, music is perfect 👌

@kingrafa3938 Жыл бұрын

Yay! A new video is up 👍

@TheNeilo-Audiosound Жыл бұрын

I will Second That Emotion👍

@Uploaderization Жыл бұрын

Exactly my thought too! But i'm saving this for saturday morning with a nice cup of coffee 🙂

@trevorrandall6989 Жыл бұрын

There's no end to your talents Simon. Camping guru, cook, film maker......stuntman. Well done for not swearing on camera when you fell off.

@jasongross9458 Жыл бұрын

Fancied another sit down 😂😂😂😂 that tickled me 😄 great views as always Simon 👍🏾

@thedieselviking709 Жыл бұрын

I found your channel about a week ago and I've been binge watching your videos none stop! Glad to see another one uploaded. Great video and stay safe out there

@Kenbur Жыл бұрын

it has happened to most of us who follow Simon - there is a "magical" down home excellence of sharing he puts into his vlogs that is beyond the "norm" and very enjoyable. atb

@thenanlife1141 Жыл бұрын

Me too . This guy is brilliant !

@ek-nz Жыл бұрын

Yep, same story here. Once you find the channel you watch the lot, and then eagerly await the new ones. Then you watch the back catalogue again while you wait.

@simonablokeinthewoods Жыл бұрын

Thank you and welcome to the channel! 😁

@mikelusk155 Жыл бұрын

I've been watching since the beginning, one of the best. Now I go back and rewatch and enjoy all over. Cheers

@Bananeisafree Жыл бұрын

Hmmm ... Ta outdoors, kent survival and now you ... Let me guess there has been quite the ebike promotional going on lately :p Good for you (and I mean that sincerely ). I hope for those who buys the thing that they are as good as you make them look !

@simonablokeinthewoods Жыл бұрын

It must be in the waters! Pure coincidence really, this trip has been in the pipeline since last summer 🙂

@whitecompany18 Жыл бұрын

Put three thousand miles on mine in the last year, all good , new tyres and brake pads a month ago , nothing else to report 👍

@jeffstevens763 Жыл бұрын

I’ve got big knobbly tires on my similar bike I still have to be careful because the rear wheel drive tends to give a front wheel skid in the sludge ,but it’s great fun and at 69 gets me some well needed exercise with my buggered knees. Great vid Simon as always👍

@Arizona-Sonoran-Desert-Guy Жыл бұрын

Great to see the Peddars Way again. The first Simon video I watched after discovering the channel was one of your walks on the Peddars. This is my favorite YT channel; every episode is worth multiple views as they are jam-packed with great content; even after getting dumped on your arse, you still have an upbeat, never-say-die attitude.

@godwinsonofwessex Жыл бұрын

it is ...i loved those peddars way and norfolk coastal path vids simon made..good to see it again

@stevehegarty5394 Жыл бұрын

So exciting to see a fellow ebike backpacker, as a gent in my mid sixties ive been struggling a bit wild camping with a heavy backpack , my ebike has made it so much easier and a lot more fun

@conorkeogh1499 Жыл бұрын

I only discovered your channel last week Simon. Great videos and relaxing. Look forward to chilling after work and watching this. 👌

@ReVolt_e-Vlogs Жыл бұрын

I have the Fiido T1, as well as the Fiido Q1S & M21 & love each 1 of them for different reasons, but I loved them enough to get rid of my cars to ride them full time, be it in rain or snow, like today here in Reno ❄️! If you guys are looking for a ebike company that don't just take your money & run, than buy a Fiido!!! 💯

@texasmoby Жыл бұрын

Another great video Simon. I thoroughly enjoyed the e-bike adventures, thanks for sharing 👍🏼

@southerncooker6475 Жыл бұрын

Great video Simon! This is probably the only way that I will get to see the UK! Thanks for sharing your adventures!

@CM-tj1fg Жыл бұрын

Walked it at 15, now at 56 I feel it is time to return, inspiring Simon!

@Stupidityindex Жыл бұрын

I just bought the only one I have sat on, a Sondors Step. I tend to about 8-11 mph & 160 watts. I'm excited to find what my range will be with a full camping load. Very good of you to go the extra mile & do the video productions. I'm sure it is hours of work. Yakima, WA USA

@troymadison7082 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for taking us along on this adventure Simon! Enjoyed it immensely!

@bonpecheur4565 Жыл бұрын

Living in Montréal, I'm glad to see the Montreal steak makes people happy around the world :) Nice bike ride !

@Jonkodan Ай бұрын

I really like watching your outdoor vlogs. I love doing these kind a trips too but when Im stuck indoors I love watching them 😁😁😁

@Thedagda801 Жыл бұрын

Brilliant as always

@alialmahanawi8409 Жыл бұрын

Fantastic as always thanks Simon 🙏

@timec2002 Ай бұрын

A great way to do the Pedders Way. Well done on remembering the knife and fork. That does indeed look like a proper feast. I also have to indulge in steaks only occasionally as Mrs Timec is pescatarian as well. 😊

@davidsayer3325 Жыл бұрын

Great video thanks Simon 👍

@tdg0101 Жыл бұрын

Another great trip. Thanks

@CrocusPocus Жыл бұрын

you've inspired me to get back out there, thank you!

@user-on7vr4cs7l Ай бұрын

I have been waiting for this kind of content. Cheers from Oklahoma.. bloody Yee Haw

@DartyD Жыл бұрын

Absolutely brilliant, Si lad 👍🚲

@mountainfanatic Жыл бұрын

Your channel should go to the moon with subscriptions, such quality content every single time. Also such a soothing, positive personality you have. It is very relaxing and entertaining to watch!

@markcummings6856 Жыл бұрын

Such a great trip. Thanks for sharing, Simon! Happy Trails

@englishwoodsman Жыл бұрын

Just sat down brilliant 👏.

@silentwitness247 Жыл бұрын

For a relatively flat county (compared to many), the Peddars Way is quite demanding for both you and the bike so well done for showing it in all it’s glory. I’ve walking and camped along most of the Norfolk coast and would recommend it for anyone who likes turning the clock back!

@Thats_him_with_the_daft_hat 10 ай бұрын

Perhaps one of the few KZfaqrs' who actually belongs on television. The Monty Don of camping and the outdoors. That Mears fellow is old hat and the Bear imhad bowed out.

@cookshok2014 Жыл бұрын

Wonderful and beautiful place 😍😍

@baconwhiskey821 Жыл бұрын

What a great trail! Thanks for taking us along.

@steveallen1635 Жыл бұрын

I've walked and cycled Peddar's way several times! It feels like you've gone back in time to the early 1900's and are miles away from civilization! It's amazing and I throughly recommend it!

@ek-nz Жыл бұрын

I really want to do this.

@steveallen1635 Жыл бұрын

@@ek-nzThe easiest way, is to miss out the first 10 miles, catch a train to either Thetford or Brandon and pick up the trail from there! Then do as Simon did, go on to Kings Lynn and catch a train home!

@simonablokeinthewoods Жыл бұрын

It’s a lovely trail isn’t it - beautiful in all seasons, love it!

@ek-nz Жыл бұрын

I love watching it! Appreciate the advice on the best place to start - now I just need to cover the thousands of miles between Thetford and New Zealand :)

@jeffkatzer Жыл бұрын

Great video, thanks Simon.

@dexterdsilva-pp5jc Жыл бұрын

fantastic job very impressive

@mikeevers9079 Жыл бұрын

I was gripped by this vid. Talk about a perpetual cliffhanger - will the battery hold out... Your enthusiasm and camping know-how is infectious. Nice one 👍

@seakayak4425 Жыл бұрын

Always wondered about the trail,now I'm def going to do it looks lovely

@pinetree9343 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful ride

@derekneumann Жыл бұрын

Looks like a super fun trip! Good for you!!

@nicolejeanne Жыл бұрын

Beautiful ride 🚲🤗👍

@johnbennett9101 Жыл бұрын

Great film Simon 👊 Thanks for bringing us all along. All the best mate 👍🙏❤️

@redw0lf848 Жыл бұрын

This was a joy to watch. Good job.

@williamsmith5610 Жыл бұрын

Great video Simon! Thank you for taking us on your adventures. I always look forward to them.

@darthraiderVt Жыл бұрын

There for a minute I thought we'd see Simon without a hat on, but he pulled a switch-er-roo...very smooth!! Great job as always Simon.

@NewHampshireJack Жыл бұрын

Camp steak dinner is superior to the finest steakhouse! We will be watching to see Simon work his magic when modding this E-bike to perfect it into the perfect trail machine. I would prefer a center hub design. Nevertheless, this machine should be more than enough for local running on our less-than-perfect roads and be handy in all sorts of emergencies except deep flooding during typhoon season. This was a great ride and a wonderful showcase of Fiido T1's abilities. Thank you, Simon, for the post

@kitthearty Жыл бұрын

excellent looked like fun...

@bolleolympus Жыл бұрын

Good as always! ❤❤

@mikekearsley2407 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely fantastic e bike journey. Please do more of these ebike videos. I do alot of e bike trips in the Northwest US. Thanks from Seattle.

@grant2149 Жыл бұрын

Agree

@RustyKnorr Жыл бұрын

Where do you ride, Mike? I’m up in Everett and have a few bikepacking videos on my channel.

@chrisponsano4378 Жыл бұрын

@@RustyKnorr Greetings from a fellow bikepacker in Northern California

@anndebaldo7381 Жыл бұрын

You made it! Good going! Thanks for another wonderful video, with your usual good humour at crashes..."fancied another sit down" indeed! ATB and looking forward to the next one.😀

@martystacey4429 Жыл бұрын

Loved it Simon! 👌😎👏

@damogranheart5521 Жыл бұрын

I know that steak was good! We have Grill Mates Montreal Rub here in the USA! Watching you cook and eat that meal just about drove me completely mad with hunger and thirst. I was horribly ill for four days, and I am still recovering. Mashed potatoes sounded good to me, but my stomach said a Most decided, "No!" OW! Here's wishing you, Mrs. In the woods, your daughter and Maggie good health and great blessings!🫖❄️🤒📚🐈‍⬛🦖🖖

@davidsingleton1371 Жыл бұрын

Amazing skills..knowledge and preparation. Amazing guy....cheers.

@JoshuaJoshua0 Жыл бұрын

Your videos always make me so happy. Thanks Simon :)

@VrillonAura2012 Жыл бұрын

Great video, Simon thanks - got my bike ready for a trip down to norfolk :)

@Picasso_Picante92 Жыл бұрын

I get the feeling you and I would be good friends. I think it's because you remind me so much of my old mate Mark (from Dublin). You look like him too. We cycled together across the Japan Alps years back. Great memories.

@andrewmossop6241 Жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed that Simon. Thankyou.

@gigi3242 Жыл бұрын

Glad you didn't get hurt. Thanks for sharing your adventure. Take care, be well

@gummyracing404 Жыл бұрын

Enjoy your videos that was one of the best

@schonbeardwildmark Жыл бұрын

Fantastic video as always Simon! That bike looks great! Great way to travel mid distances to see more but still in a (sort of) quiet way. Your stealth camping looks awesome too. Nice work!

@j9studios384 Жыл бұрын

Love the bikepacking videos.

@alanrobertson5497 11 ай бұрын

Great video, love watching, thank you ❤❤

@jasonj9111 Жыл бұрын

Nice job on the video. Thanks.

@rickwaananen407 Жыл бұрын

Great adventure Simon thanks for sharing always look forward to the next one to see what adventure is next

@hemmingsadventures Жыл бұрын

Inspiring, the ride, the filming, your camp craft and perfect commentary. Thanks for sharing!

@magicdrshoon Жыл бұрын

Love the bike. Cheers Simon! All the best.

@willow6217 Жыл бұрын

I,m well inspired, great video and well filmed. thank you

@BwvertriebDe 11 ай бұрын

I hope you enjoyed your trip! Looked really exciting.

@scottjohnson4711 Жыл бұрын

Great video Simon hope your ok. Your trail system is great.

@shortyw1029 Жыл бұрын

❤fantastic as ever Simon ❤️

@lesleycarswell5207 Жыл бұрын

As always super entertaining video 😁

@steveipswich Жыл бұрын

Thank you Simon for a great video sharing your journey on an ebike I found this very useful as I own an off road ebike so thanks for your efforts shows it can be done 👍

@syncrosimon Жыл бұрын

Lovely to see a bit of trespassing, everyone should do it!

@zbigniewkrajewski7536 Жыл бұрын

Amazing trip Simon, thanks as always for great vid! Please be careful also when you ride, that muddy and clay road was treacherous.

@janvanoverdijk8116 Жыл бұрын

Hey Simon ... Thxs For sharing your adventure !!! grtz. Janneman from Holland

@jayoneill1533 Жыл бұрын

Great trip Simon, I already have two e-bikes and now I want one like yours!

@jccoffey23 Жыл бұрын

Awesome Simon 👌 love the views 👏 keep up the good work bloke 👍

@russelgild2356 Жыл бұрын

Love your video ..they are very real!

@yvonnebailey9973 Жыл бұрын

Well done Simon great video including mishaps. Good to see you made it to Kings Lynn station. Best wishes. Take care.

@michaelnieves6632 Жыл бұрын

beautiful fire

@j.scampingandoutdoors Жыл бұрын

Awesome video Simon ! Yet again

@thenanlife1141 Жыл бұрын

Simon , your stamina and enthusiasm is truly amazing

@solonsolonos2435 Жыл бұрын

excellent really enjoyed this one impressive bike thanks Simon

@lukedrive2869 Жыл бұрын

Brilliant video Simon. Very enjoyable thanks for sharing. Regards Luke

@ShahriyarRzayev 9 ай бұрын

I feel like, I was near you) Sincere, simple, just like old good childhood memories, Thanks for having us.

@nathanroberts2047 Жыл бұрын

Thanks Simon. Great reminder of some fun times on Peddars Way. Missing those big skies!

@davidddddddddd Жыл бұрын

Mate you're a warrior doing a 16 mile bike ride after a camp. Absolutely solid!

@IIISentorIII 10 ай бұрын

LOOOOOL.....

@lauriebloggs8391 Жыл бұрын

Lovely film, interesting bike, thank you Simon. Love the Peddars Way...or the bits I know!!

@thewheelchairprepper8070 Жыл бұрын

SIMON What a great video👍 Thanks for taking us along your E-BIKE trip and all of your wonderful cameras works…enjoy your new bike 👍

@baronblimey Жыл бұрын

Great photography. Bike looked good fun. Thanks for sharing, superb content as always.

@houcinezarwal6797 9 ай бұрын

impressed by the video, nice , quiet trip

@Anndyinthewoods Жыл бұрын

Great video, as always. Glad to see you were able to finish the trip on your wheels instead of under them!🤣 Love that you show even the tumbles and mishaps.