Thanks for the shout out :) I definitely would have eaten strawberries in the ofuro if it were allowed.

Went to Japan for the first time finally last May, I can confirm that renting an e-bike is a fantastic way to do the cycle. I felt a little guilty going up the giant hills that take you up to the bridges and passing everyone walking their bikes... but it sure was nice having more energy to enjoy the scenery rather than focusing on grinding your way through the route.

11:12 Quick Bulgaria lesson: Bulgaria is a Slavic nation (like Russia, but also Poland and Croatia, among others). So the language sounds similar. As for the script, it was actually invented in Bulgaria and imported by the Russians. Hence it looks Russian, but it’s actually the other way around. As for the Turkish influences, Turkey was there for only 400 years, which isn’t that much in the grand scheme of things. Bulgarians settled in the area about 1500 years ago. So there is enough of an own identity to hold onto even when ruled by foreigners. After also consider, Greece hasn’t turned Turkish either.

Pete: “Americans don’t do trains” Amtrak employees: “well fuck”

We have been watching the cyclethon and enjoying it immensely.

Congratulations Chris for 3 million subscribers! Never mind how PewDiePie only has 108 million more subscribers than you do. Of course, nothing was more classy than your "surfing with Jorgen" bit, when you were too polite to mention how you were some big-shot KZfaqr with almost 3 million subscribers. Exceptionally well done!

It's amazing how Chris can do weekly podcast while cycling AT THE SAME TIME. (obviously previously recorded).

Chris, you might try wool cycling socks. Even when they’re wet, they keep your feet nice and warm.

If you're wondering, the Northeast Corridor is the only part of Amtrak that's profitable and kind of popular. Of course that part of the US has a bunch of big cities that are reasonably close (Boston, New York, Philly, Baltimore, Washington DC) so the train is competitive with the time/hassle of flying or driving.

Congratulations on the over 3 million subscribers! I love the positive vibe and the cool people on all your channels 👌

I've done the Thorpe park one. The design of the track is very simple, it's built for that launch, but I did recomend to my mate to keep your back and head against the chair when launching because you get literally fired off. He didn't listen and did hurt him a little bit. Personal experience just tells me that people are not prepared/paying attention to safety talk/precautions.

Congratulations 🥳🎉🎊

Chris just had your book bough for me a a gift, its absolutely great. I’m coming out to Japan in May on a tour (Saga) Love all your videos thank you. 😊

Cheaper & more convenient to rent a car at the aiport & drive from NY to Philly. Never overestimate American public transportation, except for in NYC itself.

Well deserved 3 million 😁❤️

If you are going from New York to Philadelphia, do it via the megabus. That is about 3 hours and if you buy the tickets a month in advance, from their site, it is much cheaper. You can buy them at the bus, on the day as well, but cost more.

Good god Pete, I can’t wait to hear about that train from Philly to nyc. I live in Philly and it can be really rough. Please stay safe!

Wow caught just as it was posted. Of course i and others have been watching Chris calfs of marble

i can't imagine Sharla being displeased by the news

Going back to FujiQ this Monday!! Will definitely ride the Fujiyama and maybe do one on Takabisha if the queue is not too bad.

Dodonpa is also the name of one of the best songs ever.

wow dave in japan got 3 million subscribers 🤣

I'm rollercoaster nerd and I'm disappointed that I'll never get to experience Do-dodonpa. The ride originally didn't accelerate (still had the record) but years back they modified it. Too bad they couldn't have just modified it back. I imagine you didn't ride Eejinaika. I can't imagine Sharla would have wanted to do that one if she was scared of Fujiyama.

As a man about to turn 60, I can't imagine cycling 80 to 100 kilometers a day for fourteen days. Yes, I know there are people my age who do, and run marathons, but I suspect they've kept up with their fitness for years. Anyway, it gives me motivation. Even if I cycle ten miles a day, it would really transform my health and shape. That is, if I lay off the DiGiorno's four cheese pizza. :-0

I don’t think you lost your wallet, I think it was lifted.

I’ve heard tales of something called the Chinatown Bus that goes between NYC and Philly for like $15 so there’s always that

Union Jack Pete & Chris forgot to mention that you might meet "Ichigo Kurasaki" when you visit "Karakura" !

The smiler was such a good ride

Dodonpa I believe is also an energy attack by Tenshinhan from DBZ 😆

I lived in Scotland for a decade and a half and used to cycle to and from work every day three miles through the hills for over four years (walked before then). Even went on a few cucling trips to neighboring towns a few times. I loved going all out uphill. Especially when it rained. Don't know why, but it always felt incredible. Now I live in Florida, and it's been years since I even touched a bike. =__=

That's an odd thumbnail, I thought you'd be making a happy face, like you were living your best life.

What's with the low frame rate at the beginning? That hurt my head

50miles a day wow 👍

Next cycleathon, how about going round the coast of Shikoku? Matsuyama to Matsuyama along the coast, and end up soaking in Dogo onsen.

I can't believe you left your wallet in Bulgaria. That reminds me of the time that I left my wallet in El Segundo.

Fuji Q is an insane theme park 😂

Rick and Ade: Go on Chris. Get ‘em out. Give them a good flapping. You know you want to.

WOOP!

kamakura ! you have shirasu here

Been looking at generators who run off solar and can store energy

Does anybody know the title of the endcut music for the podcast?

the lag in the first few minutes

Are you sure you didn't get it stolen? It is Eastern Europe where even I an ex Eastern European would watch my valuables like a hawk... Never take your eyes off your wallet, keys, phone or luggage. It may be the last time you see or feel them.

I like takabisha and ee janai kamore than the fujiyama ride

Awesome job Chris with the podcast drop a like .

they do know there’s good cycling gear right? Is it part of the Eos that they use cheap nasty stuff?

OH NO not dondodonpa

All wooden roller coasters are rib breakers.

Make videos on things you genuinely care about without spreading bogus bullshit. Chris is oposite bevause entertaining and informative.

Also as a plus these cycles keep Chris active and keep him from just being a couch potato.

1st

Decapitating a leg is no mean feat... 🤔

That 1 hour Cycle video was great, its what JAJ should be. Its not just about the places you visit, it was also about the struggles and overcoming them, felt like a great adventure. None of the renting a Van/Kei car nonsense.. imagine in LOTR, Frodo and Sam just rode the flying eagles to Mordor, not interesting at all. Looking forward for the 3rd one!

I don't watch any video with Connor in it. Looking forwards to the next guest.

Bulgaria is one of the oldest countries in the world, that is still standing today. Our ancestors invented the Cyrillic script that is widely used across almost all slavic nations. The Bulgarian rulers stopped the Ottomans invading Europe several times before eventually Bulgaria fell. Our people lived under Ottoman rule for around 5 centuries, but they preserved our culture and history although many were murdered because of their origin and religion. Next time, do some research, Donaldson, before you speak utter nonsense. Most Bulgarians nowadays hate the communists and what they did to Bulgaria. Before their rule, Bulgaria was known as Switzerland in the Balkans. Alas, we took part in the second world war on the part of Nazi Germany, though our king reluctantly joined the war on the side of the Nazis, when they threatened to decimate Bulgaria. We know how that turned up at the end. Today, Bulgaria is trying to catch up with the rest of the European countries, although it will be hard with such corrupt politicians.

Bulgaria is not Russia, wtf?

Just drove the Shimanami Kaido... picked up a car on Fukuyama train station and drove to Matsuyama. Takamiyama Viewpoint and Kirosan Observatory are the places to be. I also liked the scenic 251 road from Fukuyama to Abuto Kanon.

New york, boston, washington DC train is great! Just make sure you ride the high speed amtrack train... "Acela"