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Bikerafting from Squamish to North Van: The Back Route
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11 ай бұрынSUBSCRIBE: bit.ly/lifeofluke
Join me as I pedal and paddle from Squamish to North Van (Deep Cove), the back route, via Stawamus-Indian FSR, and packrafting the length of Indian Arm. I spend one night camping at granite falls. Instead of driving the Sea to Sky #99 Highway, I would say this is the adventurous route to connect Vancouver to Squamish. Thanks for watching!
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@helgarivers6281 2 ай бұрын
Hats off to the dog as well.
@lifeofluke 2 ай бұрын
She is an incredible dog!
@mahalomydude 2 ай бұрын
Proper adventure. Nicely done! 🐟
@lifeofluke 2 ай бұрын
Mahalo my dudes! I love your videos
@bennyb.1742 2 ай бұрын
I once rafted from Anderson Beach to downtown in an Explorer 200 on acid. It was pretty fun.
@menikmati789 2 ай бұрын
A friend tried to explorer 200 to the floaty McDonald’s when it was stationed in the burnaby inlet, but the current took him out to Stanley park
@niallbeaton1826 11 ай бұрын
This needs hundreds of thousands of views
@lifeofluke 11 ай бұрын
Feel free to share it with anyone you might think will enjoy it, thanks Niall!
@dieselduce 11 ай бұрын
Love. It mr. Some of the best adventures are straight out the back door.
@lifeofluke 11 ай бұрын
Most definitely!
@stupetw 11 ай бұрын
Man, for Years since you started this channel, your trips inspired me and some of my closest friends. We did several trips already, got mountain training, Wilderness First Aid, Navigation, etc. This is another one of those that I was like “that is exactly the kind of trip I was thinking in doing it”. Keep doing these things. It’s really important to show us not to take BC for granted. So much to explore, so much to see, so much respect for nature. I did Grannite falls a few years ago, but with a standar kayak. How was the experience with yours? Harder to navigate such logn distance? Is the material strong enough to not get punctured by the bike components?
@lifeofluke 11 ай бұрын
Thanks Leandro! I'm glad you wrote this comment, and I agree completely! Paddling Indian Arm was pretty straightforward, not complicated but it did feel long, tiring on the arms, but I had good weather and it wasn't windy, so that was in my favour. The bike doesn't rest on the packraft with any sharp points sticking in, it's mostly the frame and wheels against the raft. I am careful about how the bike is positioned though, even while the raft is made of a tough material.
@stupetw 11 ай бұрын
@@lifeofluke Thank you for the info. Yeah, definitely this one is on my list. :)
@IdRatherBeHiking 11 ай бұрын
That natural pool up there is epic. You're a crazy man for taking a bike and a dog on that raft haha well done.
@lifeofluke 11 ай бұрын
Yeah that waterfall pool is so picturesque, I would have loved more time to enjoy it in the sun, as it was getting late by that point
@briancrowe8383 11 ай бұрын
That’s a long paddle in a soft craft. Well done. My daughter and I did the paddle in the opposite direction in two single kayaks this spring. Paddling up from Deep Cove to Granite Falls took a few hours with a tailwind. Our paddle the next day back to Twin Islands was a different matter, against a strong headwind (16-18 knots all day). It took a gruelling 5 hours for 2/3 of the previous day’s distance. I don’t think we could have done it in an inflatable boat Glad you had calm seas.
@stupetw 11 ай бұрын
Been there and must agree, very gruelling.
@tiediegymnasts920 11 ай бұрын
The salmon part is awesome I love them
@lifeofluke 11 ай бұрын
Yeah witnessing the salmon is amazing.
@Jellyfish146 2 ай бұрын
Man sometimes I just look out the window and think how lovely our province is, its just gorgeous and theres so much variety in the geography
@lifeofluke 2 ай бұрын
There really is so much variety, and so much to see and do!
@southerlandstation 11 ай бұрын
Amazing just amazing
@lifeofluke 11 ай бұрын
Thanks Dick!
@FindaWay7 2 ай бұрын
You and your pup are living the dream !
@christopherjames6655 2 ай бұрын
Excellent use of a weekend. A challenge worth the reward. Well done my friend!
@emilygibson6275 11 ай бұрын
Beautiful video Luke and Nina.!:)
@ReverendRandoid 2 ай бұрын
Used to go out to the Indian River a lot for fishing . It's amazing how many Pink salmon get packed into those lower holes. You can almost walk across the river on the backs of salmon . Cool video man !
@andrewgorham5197 2 ай бұрын
awesome to see all these sights again from the comfort of my couch. still can't believe i did this as an overnight out and back from vancouver on 38mm tires lol
@lifeofluke 2 ай бұрын
Doing it on the OG skinnies, awesome!
@leewaggers4733 11 ай бұрын
Another superb video, thanks very much 👌
@lifeofluke 10 ай бұрын
Thanks Lee!
@bryan333333333333333 2 ай бұрын
fun! inspiring little trip and so nice to see a healthy salmon spawn
@WhereKentWent 11 ай бұрын
I really enjoyed this one man! Sometimes the solo adventures are such a good time.
@lifeofluke 11 ай бұрын
Definitely, thanks!
@blueman5924 10 ай бұрын
Another Epic Luke and Nina adventure ! Thank you so much for sharing. 🌲🤙
@nperera90 11 ай бұрын
Wow Luke! This is pretty epic. Hats off to you!
@lifeofluke 11 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@wildernessshreddedchef2245 10 ай бұрын
This is absolutely pure inspiration my friend 🙌🏼 that adventure makes think more to get a good bike for next season. Cheerz
@lifeofluke 10 ай бұрын
Thanks Sunny, yeah having a bike again would open up some possibilities for sure!
@pabloibanezteruel3342 4 ай бұрын
you inspire me after to be involve in a very bad car accident 9 months ago and still recovering. I am a hiking guide and i need to discover new hobbies and packrafting and biking looks fantastic. Hopefully see you arround squamish or vancouver one time. Thankks buddie
@lifeofluke 4 ай бұрын
Thanks Pablo! Yeah this can be an alternative transportation to hiking, it's fun to try something new
@gordon3988 2 ай бұрын
So cool! I’ve had a Packraft for 15 years I think…and I love where it’s allowed me to go. Not the fastest though! Hadn’t thought about this, but now I’m keen! I’ve climbed/hiked many of the mountains you passed on the bike part.
@rorycourt 2 ай бұрын
Super cool adventure man! Putting this on my bucket list (live in North Van). Love that you brought your pup!
@lifeofluke 2 ай бұрын
Thanks Rory! She really doesn't like being left out.
@599miata 11 ай бұрын
Nice run Luke.
@nanchesca3950 11 ай бұрын
I remember, about ten years ago, dude was hiking between squamish and Buntzen and went missing, i don't think they ever found him😢
@lifeofluke 11 ай бұрын
Uh oh that's not good. The mountains are pretty rugged around there.
@mcnut1 2 ай бұрын
An excellent video. Beautiful. Thank you.
@johnwinner8511 2 ай бұрын
GREAT bucket list trip. 👍 I am sure there are more people who do these types of bucket list trips but dont vlog. 😊 West Coast style outdoors.
@johnwinner8511 2 ай бұрын
I've been to deep cove but never realized there was so many shoreline dwellers in funky cabins.
@anthonymorgan8258 2 ай бұрын
Epic adventure 👌🏼
@skullfalker 2 ай бұрын
Awesome trip, right in my backyard. Never been this route though
@lattakia3812 2 ай бұрын
I was at the Stawamus river just underneath the Sea to Sky highway & saw a lot of salmon - at about the same time as your trip.
@stephenbouchard8075 11 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing
@lifeofluke 11 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching Stephen!
@slimdog72 10 ай бұрын
Rad dude.
@headspacehiker 2 ай бұрын
Reminds me a bit of iohan guiorguiev bikepacking. Looked like a great adventure ❤️
@lifeofluke 2 ай бұрын
That is a huge compliment, Iohan is a big inspiration of mine, thanks!
@jimmythelurkey 2 ай бұрын
brilliant
@BakerRafferty 10 ай бұрын
Watched this a few days ago...and ever since I've been thinking about how some fresh shock cord in that tent pole will take 10 minutes to install and vastly improve your experience.
@lifeofluke 10 ай бұрын
Yeah I agree, the shock cord stretched out after the end of the first summer and has been annoying ever since. I've never replaced the cord before, I need to learn how to do that
@FrigginKlar 28 күн бұрын
This is a great video. New subscriber!
@lifeofluke 28 күн бұрын
Thanks Klar!
@agesadventures 11 ай бұрын
Great adventure Luke! I really like that pack raft you have. It looks pretty durable. Is it expensive? Have you had to fix it on your travels ever? Thanks for taking us along the scenic route😁
@lifeofluke 11 ай бұрын
Thanks! It was pretty expensive, over 2k, but it is a quality US made one, and I've never had to repair it, yet, but even in the case of a puncture it could be repaired.
@agesadventures 11 ай бұрын
@@lifeofluke Well, I've seen you out a number of times out on that raft and it looks pretty solid! Thanks for the info on pricing. I'll save up for one in the future😊
@CanadianSledDog 10 ай бұрын
Such a sick little trip! About 10x better with a dog along! I can't believe I'm not already subscribed to this! Just wish this video/trip was longer, can't wait to see more! Oh, what were those straps you used to attach the bike to the raft?
@lifeofluke 10 ай бұрын
Thanks Liam! The straps I used are cheap 'smart straps' from Canadian tire but they are pretty useful for this kind of application.
@esiriel 2 ай бұрын
right on my dude ! good achievement there !
@lifeofluke 2 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@JasonWD 3 ай бұрын
Lovely! Such a shame people leave litter. I’ve moto’d that road then got to the water and wished I could continue!
@jaswan79 11 ай бұрын
Man I know that was a workout! Paddling big flat water is taxing.
@lifeofluke 10 ай бұрын
Yep, the arms were pretty tired by the end of it!
@buddyguy2990 10 ай бұрын
Dude thats a trek. I ride the indian arm route on a dirtbike and its a good part of a day there n back lol. Good on you ! Cheers
@lifeofluke 10 ай бұрын
Yeah it was no wonder I was exhausted by the end and just wanted to eat and lie down, haha
@hoser7706 3 ай бұрын
Great video love it! Your dog is the best too. Fit! Not fat like my Aussie. Lol
@lofi_Insomnia_ 3 ай бұрын
inspiring. thx for sharing
@lifeofluke 3 ай бұрын
Thanks James
@RaoulDukeSr 2 ай бұрын
Superb vid 💫 so very enjoyable friend 🙏
@Coyotelover100 11 ай бұрын
I think u just saved my life..lol
@frdmlvr 5 ай бұрын
Great video .super interesting.
@lifeofluke 5 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@jayspot4 2 ай бұрын
Awesome video Luke! Appreciate all the hard work setting up those camera shots. Really cool drone shot showing the expanse of the area. Kudos to your dog too what a champ! I believe we have the same packraft (Caribou) with Tzip. Did you find that u had to put your gear in waterproof sacks or did they stay dry just in their stuff sacks?… Thanks for bringing us along and more great adventures to come! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👍
@lifeofluke 2 ай бұрын
Thanks James, yeah Nina loves coming along on every adventure! This is actually the explorer42 (discontinued), not the caribou. To keep things dry I had a couple dry bags, and all my sleeping gear went inside the raft to keep from getting wet.
@jayspot4 2 ай бұрын
@@lifeofluke thanks for the info! I’m planning an overnighter with my packraft to Widgeon this summer. You’ve inspired me, it’ll be my first!
@stevet7777 11 күн бұрын
What does the doggie get for dinner? Nice doggie.
@lifeofluke 9 күн бұрын
She had her own dog food plus I gave her some beef jerky.
@chriss729 2 ай бұрын
Nice channel, good dog!
@SupernaturalBeingsofEarth 2 ай бұрын
8:03 👍💚💯🇨🇦
@beaulieu2 2 ай бұрын
Real nice man, seems like a fun adventure What's the model of your raft, and why do you deflate it overnight ? I usually don't deflate mine for 1-2 night camping but I wonder if I should.
@lifeofluke 2 ай бұрын
Thanks! The raft is the explorer42 by Alpacka, I only deflated because I stored the items that I wanted to keep dry inside my raft for the paddle.
@raulrivera-earthstewardshi2241 2 ай бұрын
Very cool and tour dog is amazing. Would you mind posting the route if that's OK? Thanks for the vid. Follower now
@lifeofluke 2 ай бұрын
Thanks Raul! I'm one of the few that don't use a gps tracking device and therefore don't record any gps tracks, sorry.
@asapicton7038 2 ай бұрын
This is so awesome! Do you know if it’s possible to bike down the Indian arm too? Always wondered if biking the back roads to van was doable
@lifeofluke 2 ай бұрын
There are roads that go up the side of Indian Arm but then they end. The Stawamus-Indian FSR ends as it reaches the north end of Indian Arm. So the roads don't connect in the middle to bike through.
@Ozinretirement 2 ай бұрын
Having a dog along doubles the fun eh?
@jeev49 2 ай бұрын
so sick. which handlebar mount/harness is that?
@nanchesca3950 11 ай бұрын
Nice! I went on that fsr years ago but met snow and turned around. Could you drive all the way to the top of Indian arm?
@lifeofluke 11 ай бұрын
yes, you can
@nanchesca3950 11 ай бұрын
@lifeofluke cool I must check it out!
@mrawesomesause1 2 ай бұрын
This is freakin’ epic!! I’m from Vancouver as well and need to attempt this same trip at some point
@actionimagesphotography 6 ай бұрын
That's really hard on your dogs pads.
@cimachu 2 ай бұрын
Whish I could take my dog on trips like this, but he'll run off the second something gets his attention
@lifeofluke 2 ай бұрын
Maybe with some time and effort with recall training, it could be possible!
@nohaybando9586 3 ай бұрын
Where the hell is your life jacket?
@gweflj 2 ай бұрын
He’s got an inflatable kayak…
@USEPartyPeople 2 ай бұрын
Guy thinks he ripped his oil pan off and just keeps driving? Not very smart
@lazloperry5242 2 ай бұрын
Rofl thats like a 15 km ride. Oh man!!!! Such a trek! So many adventures! Literally hear the highway beside you the whole time. Ps your bike is hilariously garbage.
@rileybaker8294 2 ай бұрын
You ok bud?
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