Packing for Bikepacking: everything I carry after 7 years around the world

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In this long-requested video I go through everything I carry for long-term expedition bikepacking, show you where and why I pack it all into my bags, and I also share a bunch of tips and tricks for refining your own bikepacking setups. Packing is a skill that can be greatly improved with practice and planning, and getting better at it can make life much easier when out on a bikepacking trip.
I've been cycling around the world since 2015, covering around 70,000 kilometres (43,000 miles) through 70 countries. Knowing how to pack for a bikepacking trip isn't always easy as there are so many different options available, but having spent so much time on the road, I've gradually fine-tuned my bikepacking setup to the point that I think it's pretty close to perfect.
I now use a hybrid setup comprising aspects from both bikepacking and bicycle touring, which gives me a lot more capacity and convenience than a typical bikepacking setup, whilst also being far lighter and more capable than a traditional rack and pannier bike touring setup. Packing can be quite a nuisance when bikepacking with limited capacity, but with my setup, packing is fast and easy, and I have enough capacity to carry several days of food, as well as all my camping gear, cooking gear, clothes, tools, spare parts, electronics (including carrying a laptop, which can be challenging to pack for bikepacking) and camera equipment.
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FULL PACKING LIST: www.tristanridley.com/gear
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My bike is a Tout Terrain Outback Xplore, for more information on the bike and how I set it up, see: www.tristanridley.com/post/ou...
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If you have any suggestions or tips to share, please let me know, and thanks for watching!
0:00 - Introduction
2:01 - Riding gear
3:32 - Backpack: tent, sleep system, clothes, laptop
11:46 - Frame bag: electronics, tools, food
16:18 - Handlebar bag: inclement weather gear, water filter, food
23:43 - Additions for Alaska

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@tristanrid 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching! A lot of work goes into making these, so if you found this video helpful please consider supporting me on Patreon: https:/www.patreon.com/tristanrid Thank you!

@noonewn 8 ай бұрын

don't forget, your gear is way less wind resistance than full pannier style.

@mryotahead 8 ай бұрын

Make a video on the bike!

@StichChoi 6 ай бұрын

@@noonewn,ㄴ,,,

@notpablo8369 5 ай бұрын

Bike update?

@indicol1942 5 ай бұрын

did you do a guest speaking in lino lake juvinel center

@tiagomateiro 7 күн бұрын

I'm a backpacker, not a bikepacker, and don't even matter... this video is gold! Really well thought system 👏🏽💪🏽

@tristanrid 19 сағат бұрын

Thank you!

@weeringjohnny 11 ай бұрын

This guy gives every impression of knowing what he's talking about.

@tristanrid 10 ай бұрын

Thank you, after this many years that's encouraging to hear!

@davidgodfrey3322 9 ай бұрын

He does know what he's doing. I've done bike packing and came up with a similar customised system in the 90s while cycling in NZ and Aus.

@weeringjohnny 8 ай бұрын

@@tristanrid I just re-viewed your video and the experience does really show. You cannot say the same for all outdoor "experts". You point out you've been riding for years but we know the world is full of people who've been doing things for years and have learned damn all.

@maxsievers8251 7 ай бұрын

He knows where his towel is!

@davidgodfrey3322 7 ай бұрын

@@weeringjohnny yes there are tonnes of them but luckily I try to ignore them.

@edwinwong9547 4 ай бұрын

Finally, a REAL video on how to pack. Rok straps and backpack genius solution.

@tristanrid 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@stevemullin1195 2 ай бұрын

I'm going to try that with my 40L back pack and not use my 25L and 12.5L ortlieb bags and use my 5L fork bags and my full frame bag. Have to strap my tent to my handlebars along with a 4L handlebar bag.

@HoytFergus 2 ай бұрын

Right , I agree. I dont want to pedal a Truck.

@onemorecyclist 8 ай бұрын

I think that's one of the cleanest, no nonsense bikepacking set ups I've seen (and really nicely presented too). Years of trial and error no doubt. Nice to find your channel and subscribed!

@tristanrid 8 ай бұрын

Thanks a lot! 🙏

@user-ir5ip7ul2u 8 ай бұрын

I agree a 100%. I really enjoyed listening and I‘ve learned a lot. Thank you!

@otisobl 7 ай бұрын

same

@Dani-El. 3 ай бұрын

I wouldn't class carrying a drone and an SLR camera with a bunch of lenses 'no nonsense', but it is tidy non the less.

@kddonath 3 ай бұрын

Strapping a backpack to the bike rack is an awesome idea!

@tristanrid 3 ай бұрын

Yeah it works super well :)

@KiowaFreedom Ай бұрын

One of my first travel in japan was on a mountain bike with my 40 l backpack simply attached to the rear rack. Nothing new or incredible in this choice...lol

@hiimmichal 11 ай бұрын

Amazing. Love how you've dialed the entire setup from the bike, to clothing, to footwear into what I would call a "no non-sense" setup. Your 7 years of experience are evident!

@tristanrid 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for the kind words, and yes - nonsense is definitely something to be avoided, especially on a longer trip! 😃

@TwoSoundsatOnce 11 ай бұрын

I've been trying to get into Bushcraft and camping more. I have wanted to try bikepacking. This video motivated me through my depression to go to the garage and get my bike out and to work on it. I'm more of a commuter than anything else. When my endurance is bad or hill climbing or wind is aweful I do what a call a bike portage lol similar to bike hiking. Thank you!

@tristanrid 11 ай бұрын

Glad you found the video helpful, sorry to hear about your depression, hang in there. I know that getting out on the bike has helped a few friends of mine through some tough times, so I hope it does the same for you. Nature definitely does wonders for me!

@pault1289 5 күн бұрын

Thank you for taking the time to describe not only the gear, but the 'why' as well. It's really helpful for those of us thinking about how to start self supported trips. All that experience shines through - definitely subscribing to the channel! Thanks, Paul

@tristanrid 18 сағат бұрын

Thanks Paul, glad it was helpful!

@WindsongPodcast 8 күн бұрын

Um, I don't understand how people can think that Merino wool doesn't smell. Thank you for the video good stuff!

@tristanrid 19 сағат бұрын

I find merino just smells a little musty at times, but not properly awful like other fabrics do when you've been sweating in them for a few days. But I guess everyone's different! Thanks for watching, hope it was helpful!

@tomrengert1221 9 ай бұрын

Was that a Hitchhikers guide to the Galaxy reference? Always know where your towel is.

@tristanrid 9 ай бұрын

Glad someone got it 😂

@tomrengert1221 9 ай бұрын

@@tristanrid fukin legend you!

@Bikepacking 11 ай бұрын

Cool always good to see other Bikepacker’s setup

@danandkiko 10 ай бұрын

Really great advice. Tons of valuable information. I will definitely try the backpack on the rear rack. Very good video. Thanks!

@HereWeAre0_0 2 ай бұрын

Great setup. One thing I have that I couldn't live without is a down jacket and pair of down trousers. They pack down very small and weigh very little plus double up as a wonderful pillow.

@tristanrid 2 ай бұрын

Yeah a good down jacket is great, I've never tried down trousers as my legs don't tend to get cold, but the next time I do a winter trip I'm sure I'll give them a try!

@JeffBradley-yu4tr 10 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing all of that. I'm new to bikepacking but I know a lot about Alaska. I lived there for over a decade, and hiked and biked over significant chunks of it. The waterproof gloves and headnet are spot on. You'll also appreciate something to slip over your shoes (in a pinch, I've used grocery store plastic bags--it looks ridiculous, but helps). A poncho or rain cape won't work, because there is too much wind. A rain jacket and pants are the solution if it really gets wet. It's so dry, though, that you really won't face as much rain as you might be expecting. If you are riding around the Kenai, I would add some bear spray (a gun would be better, but...). You'll also want a bag and some rope, so you can hang your food, toothpaste, etc. in a tree far from your camp. Once you get north of Anchorage, the bears are less common. Lots of long-distance cyclists tackle the Haul Road (Dalton Highway) up to Deadhorse. In my opinion, that ride really isn't worth it. If you want to add miles, start in Homer rather than Anchorage. The peninsula is beautiful and varied, whereas the interior offers two weeks of the exact same view. The drivers are courteous to cyclists (compared to average Americans; it's still not Munich). The bike trails around Anchorage are amazing. You'll have a blast. Alaska is an amazing (and virtually unknown) destination for cyclists.

@tristanrid 10 ай бұрын

Thanks for the suggestions! We're carrying bear spray and Ursack bear bags, so hopefully, we won't have any bear issues! We've just finished up our first week in the Kenai and it was spectacular, so I'm absolutely stoked to see more of what the state has to offer!

@charlesnash2748 2 ай бұрын

Tristan, remember to remove your seat and post and hang it up in a tree each night when you camp in Alaska. I lived there for 25 years and did a lot of field work. Black bears think human sweat is a delicacy and love to take a bite out bike seats, ATV seats and snow machine seats.

@francoispaquin9996 10 ай бұрын

Thanks to share your experience. Very appreciated. 👍

@tristanrid 10 ай бұрын

My pleasure!

@janatlmb2770 26 күн бұрын

I have never bike packed but now I feel so motivated 🎉

@tristanrid 15 күн бұрын

I hope you give it a try, best of luck with it!

@hcurtis77 9 ай бұрын

Thanks you for putting this out there. Helps a lot.

@tristanrid 8 ай бұрын

My pleasure :)

@adsr4882 10 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for sharing your wisdom! Incredibly useful!

@tristanrid 10 ай бұрын

No worries, happy it was helpful!

@TrailsonWheels 11 ай бұрын

Hi Tristan ! Great set up! Thanks for sharing. I've been following your work for a long time. Great inspiration. 😊👏

@tristanrid 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for the kind words, hope you found it helpful!

@HeartOfLEO 3 ай бұрын

Great advice from experience; thank you Tristan!

@tristanrid 3 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@carsonho9338 8 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing all the details

@tristanrid 8 ай бұрын

My pleasure 😊

@chrisguadalupe9982 7 ай бұрын

I'm a big road rider, but finally exploring new ground and utilizing my gravel bike on extended gravel rides with camping overnights. This video gave me lots to think about. Super informative and very helpful! Thank you for making this video!

@tristanrid 7 ай бұрын

Happy to help!

@mpick9404 8 ай бұрын

Brilliant. Sooo many ideas & tips i'v not thought of. Loved this vid, got a lot from it. Thank you 👍🏼

@tristanrid 8 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@MJRamirezVideo 7 ай бұрын

So dialed in, thanks for sharing

@tristanrid 7 ай бұрын

My pleasure!

@ricardocoronado3790 7 ай бұрын

Great Set Up! thanks for sharing

@tristanrid 7 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@alus 9 ай бұрын

🎉 wow such amazing review of your bikepacking setup insights and great neat tips! Thank You! 😊

@tristanrid 9 ай бұрын

My pleasure!

@DariusRamelis 14 күн бұрын

Absolutely loving this! So many good ideas and advises.

@tristanrid 13 күн бұрын

Thank you!

@user-hd8ow7wx6c 5 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing. Absolutely great.

@tristanrid 4 ай бұрын

🙏

@grahamambridge2856 7 ай бұрын

Such a good video this. Thanks for taking the time to do. Will hopefully be doing some of this soon! Sheffield.

@tristanrid 7 ай бұрын

No worries, hope it was useful!

@xochiltrodriguez428 7 ай бұрын

Wow, what an amazing set up. Thank you

@tristanrid 6 ай бұрын

Thanks, hope the video was helpful!

@xochiltrodriguez428 6 ай бұрын

@@tristanrid yes, thank you. I can't wait to start. Just lots of training right now.

@burlingtonpark4136 8 ай бұрын

Fantastically helpful .The what and why of everything is full of wonderful detail.Thanks!!

@tristanrid 8 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@basstradamus1 4 ай бұрын

Such a valuable video. Thanks for sharing your knowledge!

@tristanrid 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@Raveler1 9 ай бұрын

I really like the use of the backpack as your trunk bag. It makes sense, and gives so much flexibility! I've been trying to figure out how to carry two backpacks as panniers, but never tried the trunk setup.

@tristanrid 9 ай бұрын

Yeah having a backpack works really well, hope it works out for you!

@otisobl 7 ай бұрын

I wonder how wide the rack is as it needs to keep the backpack from wobbling around. I have a tubus rack and they are only 9 inches wide on top, so that is of little use...

@iamlewiblake 11 ай бұрын

Great stuff tristan! Been really interested to see how you fit everything in your setup for a while. Thanks for explaining with such detail. I'll be rewatching this quite a few times!

@tristanrid 11 ай бұрын

No worries!

@paavoviuhko7250 8 ай бұрын

Excellent video. I liked and subscribed. Your description was thorough. I need to share with my friend. I appreciate this very much. Thank you.

@tristanrid 8 ай бұрын

Much appreciated!

@TravelingThru222 7 ай бұрын

Love the setup, see you on the road.

@tristanrid 7 ай бұрын

Thanks, safe travels!

@bvan1970 10 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing your information about your gear and how you packed it. Very helpful and thought provoking. I just completed a four day trip so the content was very relevant. Have a great trip to Alaska!

@tristanrid 10 ай бұрын

Thanks a lot!

@jackallison3884 6 ай бұрын

That is a lot of extras mixed with ultralight essentials! Pretty incredible packing 👍

@tristanrid 4 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@AllenScantland 9 ай бұрын

OK, absolutely stunning presentation on a very practical setup. Thank you.

@AllenScantland 9 ай бұрын

Bear Spray, you need some sort of deterrent.

@tristanrid 8 ай бұрын

Thanks, and yeah I forgot to mention bear spray in the video as I didn't buy it until I reached Alaska, but I have it with me 100% of the time :)

@JG__12 8 ай бұрын

Very comprehensive, loved it

@tristanrid 8 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@karrycarter 11 ай бұрын

Awesome set up, thanks for sharing 😊 hi from NZ🇳🇿

@tristanrid 11 ай бұрын

No worries, hope it helps!

@pierredupont5227 7 ай бұрын

I've really enjoyed listening to you, lot of learning ! Well done video ! Thanks a lot !

@tristanrid 7 ай бұрын

My pleasure!

@ospringate 7 ай бұрын

thanks - lots of really useful tips - I just came back from a mountain tour realising from the start i was packed way overweight, and needed to improve planning in future - this is a great place to start!

@tristanrid 6 ай бұрын

Thanks, glad it was helpful!

@sluiters88 2 ай бұрын

I keep coming back to this video for tips. Best setup video out there

@tristanrid 2 ай бұрын

Thanks a lot, glad it's been helpful!

@timothyvanpelt_cyclist 9 ай бұрын

Love the practical set up! I completely agree with you on choosing these bags, much better packability and weight to volume ratio than the typical seat bag and fork bags. Thanks for sharing.

@tristanrid 9 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@kevinbaker4907 9 ай бұрын

Keep living the dream dude! Safe travels!

@tristanrid 8 ай бұрын

Thanks mate, appreciate it!

@dimrub 9 ай бұрын

That's a very impressive, very well thought out setup.

@tristanrid 9 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@Stiffs666 9 ай бұрын

Amazing information and guide to bikepacking equipment and essentials to cover every trip. Have a great time in alaska

@tristanrid 9 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@f.d.5952 7 ай бұрын

Very cool. Thanks for sharing yor knowlege

@tristanrid 7 ай бұрын

No worries! :)

@pyrkol 6 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing! Super helpful.

@tristanrid 4 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@arcoulant87 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for posting

@tristanrid 9 ай бұрын

No worries!

@random40s 10 ай бұрын

Heck of a setup man! Looks super dialed in, and clean.

@tristanrid 9 ай бұрын

Thanks, appreciate it!

@fabiogarcia1431 7 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing with us. God protects you wherever you go. Greetings from Brazil. See you on the trail.

@tristanrid 6 ай бұрын

Thank you very much, all the best!

@sixthformbiology340 8 ай бұрын

Great vid. Geat information, honest views, no BS. Thanks!

@tristanrid 8 ай бұрын

Thanks 🙏

@karlgaiser9783 6 ай бұрын

Your set up is aerodynamic, I like that.

@tristanrid 4 ай бұрын

Thanks, I'm very happy with it! :)

@thisisadebrown 10 ай бұрын

That was excellent! A thorough list, and how to use it… Good luck with everything in the future, I will subscribe

@tristanrid 10 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@danieltelkamp6438 4 ай бұрын

Great in depth equipment video! Your refinement of space, weight, convenience and reliability is amazing and inspiring

@tristanrid 3 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@G3R5H1 Ай бұрын

thanks bro this really helps me a lot as I commute with my bike to work and I'm also planning a bikepacking trip

@tristanrid Ай бұрын

No worries!

@anjang121 10 ай бұрын

I’ve watched many bike packing setup on KZfaq, and I think I like your setup, simple and practical.

@tristanrid 10 ай бұрын

Thanks, simple and practical are definitely what I'm going for!

@rand3mhero 2 ай бұрын

I dig the 35l backpack setup on the back. That seems like it makes a lot of sense as long as it isn’t moving around.

@tristanrid 2 ай бұрын

Yeah the ROK straps do a great job of keeping it firmly cinched down, it's a cool setup!

@JAnn319 9 ай бұрын

Wow! How thorough 😮

@tristanrid 8 ай бұрын

I try :)

@jeffspencersguidetogreatbi1802 7 ай бұрын

Looks to me that you have found a very good balance between weight and practical comfort. Very informative. Thank you for taking the time to make this informative video!

@tristanrid 6 ай бұрын

Thanks for the kind words!

@neilburrows6670 9 ай бұрын

One of the best thought out kit lists; packing paradigm and with tremendous presentation. Clear that an awful lot of experience went into making it this simple. Kudos. :D :D :D

@tristanrid 8 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@corymolloy-advertisingprof4689 8 ай бұрын

Congratulations on making the best bikepacking video I've seen so far. Nice to learn from someone who's done a lot of traveling on the bike like you have. I'm looking at cycle touring Europe where I grew up soon.

@tristanrid 8 ай бұрын

Thanks for the kind words!

@andrew78219 10 ай бұрын

Great video, so many genuinely useful tips!

@tristanrid 10 ай бұрын

Thanks, glad you found it useful!

@NATURALBORNSHREDDER 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for this breakdown, well thought out, obviously tested and purely centered on efficient function and durability. Looks awesome and stable.

@tristanrid 2 ай бұрын

Thanks, yeah it works super well!

@ktmorgan3292 23 күн бұрын

Exceptionally helpful. Well thought out and organized kit. Much appreciated. Safe and bountiful travels!

@tristanrid 15 күн бұрын

Thanks so much, you too!

@Ro-Bucks Ай бұрын

I don't know where I'm going this summer, but I can't wait. Thanks to your advice that got me started on my own adventures.

@tristanrid 15 күн бұрын

No worries, good luck!

@TobiasWilhelm 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

@tristanrid 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching :)

@skynomad1 3 ай бұрын

Great presentation. clear and succinct. Well done.

@tristanrid 3 ай бұрын

Thank you kindly!

@kris2435 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing 👍

@tristanrid 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@davidmccourt1663 11 ай бұрын

Nice work Tristan - I’ve been very keen to see how you squeeze all of your kit into such a compact set up. Thanks heaps for sharing!

@tristanrid 11 ай бұрын

No worries, hope it helps!

@davidmccourt1663 11 ай бұрын

@@tristanrid I’m going to take a good hard look at my 55kg world tour set up (Australia to Northern Ireland) I’ve been using for the last 12 months 😅 I’m currently in Bangladesh and wouldn’t mind shedding some weight before the Himalayas! I’m running a bikepacking/pannier hybrid with a Jumbo Jammer on the front and a pair of Ortlieb Back Roller Classics at the rear - absolutely love the Jammer and got onto it thanks to your website!

@cianmulholland3086 10 күн бұрын

Love the backpack idea

@tristanrid 10 күн бұрын

Me too, it works really well!

@RogerMain 10 ай бұрын

Useful inded Thanks Last 3 summers using rear rack and small paniers but, because of you, I will use a backpack. Well done video...✔️

@tristanrid 10 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@BengtSviu 2 ай бұрын

Nice with a smart instruction for a change.

@tristanrid 2 ай бұрын

Thanks, hope it was helpful!

@wildwithsoren 3 ай бұрын

This is exactly what I was looking for! Currently planning our first ever bike packing trip and this was very helpful! Thanks for sharing your expertise! :)

@tristanrid 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching and glad it was helpful!

@alonsobayon4639 9 ай бұрын

The best back packing set up instructional video I’ve seen! Awesome job brother!!!

@tristanrid 9 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@Kyoto_Ed 7 ай бұрын

Wow, I'll have to watch this a least 4 times. Respect!

@tristanrid 7 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@simonmcmanus3639 2 ай бұрын

It's been many, many years since I last did any bike packing, or cycle camping as it was called then. I so want to get back into it. Thank you for this video , simple, easy to follow and informative .

@tristanrid 2 ай бұрын

No worries, hope it was helpful!

@RossHbn 9 ай бұрын

Currently planning a debut bikepacking trip alongside my brother; this video has proved invaluable! Thank you.

@tristanrid 8 ай бұрын

No worries, glad it was helpful and good luck with your first ride - enjoy it!

@denisephil7967 10 ай бұрын

Thanks for such a great video, love it! I'm now trying a waterproof backpack from Decathlon(it's for SUP) and now I see almost the same set up on your bike. Simple, straight forward without telling people to buy expensive things like the usual bloggers. Thanks again, safe rides! Greest from Switzerland

@tristanrid 10 ай бұрын

Thanks, you too!

@ianwilkinson7889 15 күн бұрын

Great no nonsense practical video! I've adopted your bag on the rack set-up and look fwd to using it in Europe.

@tristanrid 15 күн бұрын

Awesome, good luck with your trip!

@brentcollins9727 5 ай бұрын

I have that Fox Factory 32 fork too! Love it

@tristanrid 4 ай бұрын

Same, very happy with that one!

@adrien3233 5 ай бұрын

Thank you very much, I tested this rear backpack technique, it's really great... Without you I would never have tried it! Thank you again, it will change the way I travel..

@tristanrid 4 ай бұрын

No worries, happy to help!

@Mike-vd2qt 10 ай бұрын

Very good advice from an experienced cycle tourist, thank you. As a non social media touring cyclist, my electronics consist of an iPhone 12 and small battery pack. Starting out on the GDMBR touring as a slow old rider, I started with 20 pounds all in. 100% agree on riding Commando with stretchy polyester shorts and Brooks B-17 saddle. Many new touring cyclists don't realize that padded lycra tight shorts get wet, hot, and miserable when on the bike all day. Road cycling lycra is meant for the fast three hour, 50 mile ride with a group, then peel all the wet stuff off for a shower. Water filtration, I like the Katadyn Be Free system with a 3L bag. The bag can double duty as a reservoir, you can hang it off the handlebars in camp to filter water while hanging, and the filter can be cleaned easier than Sawyer. Happy trails!

@tristanrid 10 ай бұрын

I agree with you re. Lycra, it's definitely not a material I'd want to tour with! I've had a few people recommend me the Katadyn filter as well; I've mainly been hesitant as it's only rated to 1000 litres of water filtered, which is a lot less than the 100,000 gallons quoted by Sawyer. I may give it a try at some point, though!

@NoviceIdiot 5 ай бұрын

Been bickepacking with some less advanced gear, the main issue I had was saddle pain after the second 200 km day it was so bad that I had to take a break. How do you handle that?

@Mike-vd2qt 5 ай бұрын

@@NoviceIdiot I've been bike touring and riding since 1981, 3X across U.S. 1X EU. Re saddle pain, never happens. I use a Brooks B-17 saddle that is broken in before starting a long tour. Break in: per Brooks instructions, use Brooks Profide saddle treatment. New saddle: put a good thick coat of Profide on the underside of saddle, very little on topside. Go for a short ride. The first coat will soak in quickly. Put a second lighter coat on the underside only, go for a ride. That will soak in. Third light coat on underside, again ride it. Keep riding the saddle for short 20-40 mile rides. In TWO WEEKS you should see two sit bone impressions where your sit bones are resting. You are almost there! If you ride it every day the saddle will be broken in and ready for a tour within one month. Profide underside again after a few months, and whenever it feels dry underneath. Happy trails!

@NoviceIdiot 5 ай бұрын

@@Mike-vd2qt thank you so much!!!

@marknichols9271 9 ай бұрын

Soooo interesting. Finely tuned

@tristanrid 9 ай бұрын

Thanks!

@samsquid65 8 ай бұрын

Really interesting. Great video👍👍

@tristanrid 8 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@10xZ00M 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for vid. Interesting and very detailed. Personally I like to keep tick card and basic FA kit handy, in top tube bag or molle pouch on belt.

@tristanrid 8 ай бұрын

Thanks, and yeah in tick-heavy areas I'll definitely move my tick remover to the top tube bag for easy access!

@paulavery8897 8 ай бұрын

Nice setup. Would love to see a video where you go over the bike build.

@tristanrid 8 ай бұрын

Thanks, that video will definitely be coming before too long :)

@oxygenforlife_O2 11 ай бұрын

Extremely useful video. Thank you!

@tristanrid 11 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@moobaz8675 7 ай бұрын

That was really good. I'm planning my first long trips so its great to understand how more experienced riders pack and what they pack. I tend to carry everything just in case, rather than what I might need!

@tristanrid 7 ай бұрын

Hope it was helpful! My suggestion would be to ask yourself, with everything you pack, "do I really need this? If I left it behind, how bad would it be?" If the answer is that things would be fine, or that it might be just slightly less comfortable, you probably don't need it!

@moobaz8675 7 ай бұрын

@@tristanrid Thanks for that. All good advice.

@gary7vn 7 ай бұрын

Nice to hear from a pro.

@tristanrid 7 ай бұрын

🙏

@ianwise2457 6 ай бұрын

wow, awesome setup, and thanks for listing the names of all the gear on screen!

@tristanrid 4 ай бұрын

No worries!

@RS-pt4bw 10 ай бұрын

The best idea for me is the backpack on your rack. I will try this!

@tristanrid 10 ай бұрын

Hope it works for you!

@immortaldante6002 10 ай бұрын

nice tips and gear definetly try few of them

@tristanrid 10 ай бұрын

Hope it works for you!

@michaelgibis 24 күн бұрын

thanks a lot! Such a cool setup 🤙🏻

@tristanrid 15 күн бұрын

Thank you!

@alexk3806 Ай бұрын

Super interesting. Well considered, and obviously tried and tested. Confirms my suspicions that I have always over packed...

@tristanrid Ай бұрын

I think over-packing is pretty universal, it definitely still applies to me even after so many years! 😃

@tomsitzman3952 8 ай бұрын

great setup and presentation. A Year ago I switched from lamb's wool socks to alpaca socks. They have a 15 degree thermal range and hold very little water and squeeze almost dry and are antibacterial and never stink. I have worn them every day for weeks. On my rear rack I carry a heavy duty large bag I have used for kayak touring as well as pannies. I never over stuff. I too have never found rain pants useful. It is better to be wet and warm in lamb wool or alpaca than soaked in sweat inside a rain suite.

@tristanrid 8 ай бұрын

I'll have to check out alpaca socks as that definitely sounds better than the merino socks I've been using. They're pretty good, but they definitely start to get a bit smelly once they've been wet for a few days!