In The Moment | Bikepacking 1100kms across New Zealand (Kōpiko Aotearoa)

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In The Moment | Bikepacking 1100kms across New Zealand (Kōpiko Aotearoa)

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3 жыл бұрын

In February 2021, I took part in a self-supported brevet event riding the Kōpiko Aotearoa - a newly created 1,100km bikepacking route across the North Island of New Zealand. This is a summary of my experience and a love letter to bike travel, more generally.
Check out my other NZ bikepacking film: • Bikepacking New Zealan...
Thanks to the Kennett brothers, for establishing such a dope ride and brevet event, and to the many locals and other bikepackers that made this ride so special. Hopefully see you out there on another trail, somewhere.
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@ksully6551 5 күн бұрын

Never enough of that nonsense, thank you for a beautiful travelogue in the most beautiful land on earth.

@YetiAdventure 3 жыл бұрын

Everything about this film is flawless. This is sort of storytelling that keeps us coming back to KZfaq. Fantastic work Greg... Truly

@GregEdwardss 3 жыл бұрын

Cheers pal. That's very kind of you to say. Great content too - new sub!

@jediwarlord8718 Жыл бұрын

I’ve just found this video because I was searching for stuff on bike packing, and, dude, I just want to say one thing………….this is hands down the best video I’ve seen for years on KZfaq. Everything is spot on perfection. I only hope that Grant kept the good name of Grant’s everywhere by being a decent companion 😂😂. Just keep on being amazing. Regards Grant

@yanolamonza8290 11 ай бұрын

I live my dream of riding New Zealand vicariously through this video. Incredible. Emotional. Epic.

@slowdownadventures 2 жыл бұрын

Three of my most favorite things combined: bikepacking, New Zealand, and beautiful storytelling. Simply WOW!

@GregEdwardss 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers buddy! Glad you enjoyed it

@jaz3136 3 жыл бұрын

Dude, you created a masterpiece. The edit, the ride, the atmosphere. Really well done. I enjoyed every second of it. Cheers!

@bren38a 3 жыл бұрын

Agreed, this is absolutely beautiful! I dropped Grant and his riding buddy Graham (who sadly had to pull out) at Cape Egmont, so it's fantastic to see what they saw, and so we'll put together. Thanks Greg!

@GregEdwardss 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jaz, much appreciated 😊 glad you enjoyed it!

@GregEdwardss 3 жыл бұрын

@@bren38a cheers pal. Kudos to you for helping out Grant and Graham!

@Nik-gv2ut 3 жыл бұрын

Greg, well done! Thanks for taking us along on your magnificent ride. Thoughly enjoyable. Dogs, cows, mud and all.

@axlent123 3 жыл бұрын

Such a well done video! Needs more than the 13,000 views it has!!!! So many outdoor adventurers are missing out on you Greg!

@cubatea 3 жыл бұрын

thanks Greg for that inspiration. I've been away from home for 28 years and very homesick. That was a beautiful love letter to Aotearoa.

@GregEdwardss 3 жыл бұрын

Awh thanks :) hope that brought back some nice nostalgia for you. And hope you can make it back soon for a visit

@dongescaner5873 Жыл бұрын

I love how you create this video. The transition, the music and the story behind. It is created and produced well, hoping to see more of this in your channel. Kudos to you Greg, job well done! 👍💯

@vorsichtmal Жыл бұрын

What a beautiful film. Thank you for letting us join you Greg.

@kenprice1047 Жыл бұрын

Great job. Thanks for sharing

@stevefox7469 2 жыл бұрын

Great film. Inspiring stuff..

@mswarrior932 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video!!!🚴

@aauden 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful film...

@GregEdwardss 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers Andrew!

@dpepsta 3 жыл бұрын

Really a beautiful movie you did here mate

@GregEdwardss 3 жыл бұрын

Cheers buddy :)

@noahrychener104 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic movie, love that shit. Keep it up!

@Enigmavelo 4 ай бұрын

Awesome trip!

@followyourdreams8673 Жыл бұрын

What a fantastic video and trip! I thoroughly enjoyed watching your inspirational journey. Well done!

@mathiasouellet3621 2 жыл бұрын

Incredible! Clearly the best bikepacking film I've watch on youtube. I love your attitude and the way you approach the problems you had to go through. Thanks for this absolute masterpiece!

@DeniseLookingOut 3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful documentary of your trip! Reaffirms my desire to do a NZ tour in the next 4 yrs. Thanks for the love you put into this!

@GregEdwardss 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Denise! You should 100% do it earlier than that haha (covid permitting)

@DeniseLookingOut 3 жыл бұрын

@@GregEdwardss I wish, I have several other trips that are gonna eat my budget before then.

@dwaynepedals 2 жыл бұрын

I've always wanted to ride New Zealand. Nice work and an incredible ride!

@GregEdwardss 2 жыл бұрын

Pretty perfect place for gravel/bikepacking adventures! Come visit when you can :)

@bosanderspublictheology 2 жыл бұрын

Great visuals. Good story telling. Fantastic soundtrack. Enjoyable pacing. Thank you for sharing this journey with all of us!

@GregEdwardss 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Bo!

@larkyphoto 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome ! Brings good memories of the route!

@GregEdwardss 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Alex. It sure is a wonderful ride 😊

@LevinBe 3 жыл бұрын

Why doesn’t this have 1 Million views? Wheres the KZfaq Aalgorythm when you need it 🤦🏻‍♂️ What an awesome movie mate. Definetly keep them comming ✌🏻

@GregEdwardss 3 жыл бұрын

Cheers Levin :) Glad you enjoyed it. More vids to come

@JamiedoesWildBikepacking 3 жыл бұрын

Such a great, stylish film. Really like the subtle narration. Really enjoyed it.

@GregEdwardss 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jamie :)

@wiktoriadrozdz9643 Жыл бұрын

Such a amazing video... I miss the journey with my bike after watch this. Great music and view, good job. You are incredbile person. See you on the road :)

@dannydecker108 3 жыл бұрын

Just finished watching this and it reminded me of my trip to NZ back in 2019, in South Island cruising through the TA route. You've captured my exact experience- the emotions, the fatigue and the wonder of each day through the beautiful country, the friendly dogs, the helpful strangers, the fellow cyclists. I loved it, what a beautiful film!

@GregEdwardss 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you 😊 glad you enjoyed it. Hopefully brought bck some good memories of NZ

@dannydecker108 3 жыл бұрын

@@GregEdwardss definitey did!

@truth-Hurts375 3 жыл бұрын

I ve been around the North and the South Island of NZ...The trip was roughly 11 000km...I cycled around Australia as well wish was over 17 000km !! At this very moment I am busy with a 4 000km trip in Western Australia....

@mattdelcomyn8012 3 жыл бұрын

Super fun watching your adventure. Great vid. Sweet editing and music too. Thanks!!

@GregEdwardss 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind words Matt :)

@denverspin 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for reminding me of the pleasures and beauty of NZ and cycle touring Great footage.

@GregEdwardss 3 жыл бұрын

My pleasure! You're right it is a beautiful thing indeed

@jaykay8048 3 жыл бұрын

I just entered for 2022, this serves as even more motivation and builds the excitement. Great vid, thanks for sharing.

@GregEdwardss 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome Jason! You're gonna love it. Thanks for the kind words.

@Foxr6 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely love this film! Look forward to more content ✨

@DamanKingBear 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this! Should try Tour Aotearoa

@FortheLoveofCycling Жыл бұрын

This is a wonderful video.very well done.

@garrick12 3 жыл бұрын

Love love the soundtrack! Inspiring film, Greg!

@GregEdwardss 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Garrick :) appreciate it

@corra6 3 жыл бұрын

One more follower from Brazil. Amazing adventure, congrats!

@GregEdwardss 3 жыл бұрын

Cheers buddy!

@midnight___lightning 3 жыл бұрын

An absolute gem of a film, Greg! Made me feel good and calm

@GregEdwardss 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you kitty 😺 ❤

@tiemen9887 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome film, making want to bikepack right now

@GregEdwardss 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers!

@typing..................... 3 жыл бұрын

brooo, this is perfecf everything is great! the view, the soundtrack, the words everything man! glad to see this!

@GregEdwardss 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind words pal. I'm glad you enjoyed it :)

@truth-Hurts375 3 жыл бұрын

I sit in a town called Menzies in Western Australia...the town has 108 inhabitans...the weather turned to custard...thats fine...every minute that passes is a minute closer for me to be on my bike again...I ve done just over 1 000km of my 4 000km adventure...wish me luck !!

@truth-Hurts375 3 жыл бұрын

Most of my stuff is wet...the sun is out...lets hope it dry....I wanna be on the road tomorrow....

@GregEdwardss 3 жыл бұрын

That sounds like quite an adventure John! Stay safe out there and enjoy :)

@TheCaniwisteve 2 жыл бұрын

Watched your film after I did kopiko over new years... @22:06 is that the Manhgakino swing bridge? It's degraded since then, tracks overgrown and Simon Kennet said it wasnt on 2022 route ;-) loved movie/music

@mathewmacpherson857 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for another cracker!

@adamstevensvisuals 3 жыл бұрын

What a spectacular trip and even more incredible film. Great work Greg!

@GregEdwardss 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kinds words, Adam :)

@adamstevensvisuals 3 жыл бұрын

@@GregEdwardss What was your filming setup like for this trip?

@GregEdwardss 3 жыл бұрын

@@adamstevensvisuals I use a panasonic camera and have a lil tripod. I've learnt that you need to have the camera accessible if you ever want to use it so carry a bum bag or similar.

@adamstevensvisuals 3 жыл бұрын

@@GregEdwardss Yeah I could definitely see the value in having it handy like that. Cool man, appreciate that a lot! I'm guessing you use the GH4 or 5 by the look of it?

@GregEdwardss 3 жыл бұрын

@@adamstevensvisuals Nah, I'm still uing my G85 from like 2016 haha. Such a good cam for the money

@kkadventures7252 3 жыл бұрын

Great video buddy!! loved every bit of it 👍👍 Thanks for sharing.

@GregEdwardss 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Kamal :) glad you enjoyed it pal

@pnwbikepacking 3 жыл бұрын

Great work putting this all together

@GregEdwardss 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Chris. Awesome vids too pal. New subscriber 👍

@BikeAfrica 3 жыл бұрын

Great video. Every ride is a good ride..

@GregEdwardss 3 жыл бұрын

Damn straight!

@markjthomson 3 жыл бұрын

Nice work. I'm heading off to ride around east cape next week! Expecting rain... hmmm... maybe a flaw in my winter touring plans... Thanks for the excellent taste of Kopiko.

@GregEdwardss 3 жыл бұрын

Cheers Mark! Enjoy your ride pal...rain or not it's always a joy to be out on the bike exploring

@gmakehurst 2 жыл бұрын

Great film - although at about the 5 minute mark you point out Mt Taranaki, when I'm pretty sure it is actually Mt Ruapehu with Ngaruahoe to it's left (Mt Doom). I think Mt Taranaki is behind you!

@FutureMark809 3 жыл бұрын

Love the story and the out takes 👌🏼

@GregEdwardss 3 жыл бұрын

Cheers Mark :) had a good laugh with the end clips

@FutureMark809 3 жыл бұрын

@@GregEdwardss the 💩 was hilarious 🤣

@knutstitan 3 жыл бұрын

Wow. Inspiring. Nice bike too.

@GregEdwardss 3 жыл бұрын

Cheers Daniel :)

@veloatlas 11 ай бұрын

Hey 👋, Thanks for the film 🎥 Wanted to ask you something, is it very hilly in New Zealand? I am thinking to visit this country, I have a gravel bike and only one chainring in front ( 40 T), I thought maybe to put 36 T

@GregEdwardss 11 ай бұрын

Overall, yes it's very hilly here. But depends where you're cycling. I think you'll have a better time with the 36t ring, particularly if you're loaded up with gear. Enjoy the touring!

@veloatlas 11 ай бұрын

@@GregEdwardss thanks for reply 😉👍

@nateums 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing bro!

@GregEdwardss 3 жыл бұрын

Cheers!

@BASEmedia 3 жыл бұрын

Dreamy!

@HowManyMore 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, absolutely fabulous video! Well done! I guess you chose to make it fairly dark and high contrast? Some parts were hard to see (on my phone). Thanks for sharing!

@GregEdwardss 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it :) thanks for the feedback on the colour.

@dennis.mproduction 3 жыл бұрын

This slaps. Love. 🔥

@GregEdwardss 3 жыл бұрын

Cheers Dennis

@davidlintern3985 7 ай бұрын

Try riding through Wales in England!

@Sofia-zc7gg 2 жыл бұрын

What's the song of minute 2.40? It appears is not any of the ones in the description

@mikechajecki7323 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful film and storytelling, congratulations on an incredible adventure. I have to ask, what Surly model is this? I can't figure it out, drop bars? Looks great.

@user-kx7wo6qc7d 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Greg, You didn't have issue with the covid or doing quarantine ? What did they ask you the agent at the border ? Thank u

@theartmoose9390 2 жыл бұрын

How much did the going back to grab your camera add on your trip

@pedallingsquaresNZ 3 жыл бұрын

Great film mate, shame we couldn’t have intersected more on our trips. I did chuckle when I heard you had carried your bike up to the lighthouse. TA next year?

@GregEdwardss 3 жыл бұрын

Cheers bud :) I'm sure I'll see you boys on another brevet somewhere! I'm thinking GSB or Tuatara

@truth-Hurts375 3 жыл бұрын

People constantly ask my why ???? The best answer I can think of is...Because I can !!

@CiptoCuy 3 жыл бұрын

nice view. I'm waiting for a long trip to Indonesia, bro, and I also subscribe to this channel

@GregEdwardss 3 жыл бұрын

Cheers pal. Hope you make it to Indonesia :)

@andrewhamilton3486 3 жыл бұрын

That was really great. Love your style. I'm guessing your happy with the surly midnight special??

@GregEdwardss 3 жыл бұрын

Cheers Andrew. Yeh, love the Surly. Only thing I'd really change is the fork.

@AndyVause 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Greg, awesome film. You should really have submitted this to the NZMFF! Hey what camera are you rocking, the color profile looks like a Sony something?

@GregEdwardss 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind words Andy - i might submit one in the future! I'm still rocking my Panasonic G85. Good value cam

@cornerdairy 3 жыл бұрын

Great film and very inspiring. How did you find your tire choice for the mix of gravel and sealed roads? Would you get away with something more slick or do you need a bit of knobby tread for sections like the Timber trail? Want to do this.

@GregEdwardss 3 жыл бұрын

The mezcals were pretty much perfect. Never used them before but they were great. You could defs use something more slick. I think the bigger factor is width. 2.1s would work great.