Cycle Touring On a Budget! - A Cheap Bike Touring Gear Setup

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Need to find cheap bike touring gear and a cheap cycle touring bike to head out on your first cycle touring adventure? Kaitlin shares her budget cycle touring that saved her tons.
👉 Budget Bike Touring GEAR LIST: bit.ly/30KbWv0
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Kaitlin’s Naturehike Tent: amzn.to/2EeTtPT
Another popular cheap tent option: amzn.to/3eUiZX4
Kaitlin's Panniers (SOLD OUT): bit.ly/3eWNcF4
SUPER Budget Panniers: amzn.to/3hwm41x
(note we have not tried these but met someone who had them and said they were holding up well )
Kaitlin's Bike: bit.ly/3jzJNPY (can try to find a used bike or buy an entry level hybrid. Good cheap cycle touring bike option. See next links)
Cheapest NEW high quality hybrid you'll find: bit.ly/2E2focP
Another good budget Hybrid bike: www.giant-bicycles.com/us/esc...
Cheap Inflatable Sleeping Pad: amzn.to/39mXUUf
Thermarest Zlite (our personal choice for a cheap sleep mat): bit.ly/3apM1vt
Fleece Blanket (Cheap Warmth Liner): amzn.to/2WNpUv2
Cheap Seat Bag: amzn.to/30yaUSY
Tarp (for footprint, shade/rain shelter etc.): amzn.to/30EXdl3
Sierra Designs sleeping bag: bit.ly/2ZSYm9O
SUPER Cheap Warm Weather sleeping bag: amzn.to/30EFWIZ
How-To Guide to Making a Cheap Alcohol Stove: bit.ly/30GD6Tw
(or join friends that want to cook in a group and borrow theirs!)
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This video will help you get an idea of a good budget starter kit for cheap bike touring. Finding a cheap tent that performs well can be a challenge but Kaitlin did her research and found Naturehike to work really well! A cheap touring bicycle can also be found in a hybrid bike.

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@lzybstrd
@lzybstrd 3 жыл бұрын
It’s great to see people just getting out of their comfort zones and trying something adventurous. Thank you for showing us all what you can achieve if you have a go.
@nomadchad5733
@nomadchad5733 2 жыл бұрын
This lady is a legend. Getting some cheaper/second hand gear and going for an epic bike tour. Not over thinking it and making it work. What an inspiration.
@radbikeadventure
@radbikeadventure 2 жыл бұрын
We agree! When we told her the plan she jumped right in and said yes! Then she figured out the rest (with a little advice here and there from us 😉)
@maitrivihara
@maitrivihara 3 жыл бұрын
super stuff my first tour cost me 400 euros including buying a (very run down ) bike. rode from berlin towards rome across the alps. with literally 10s of people taking one look at my bike and saying ''hopeless'' and yet it went on and on and on :) fun times.
@radbikeadventure
@radbikeadventure 3 жыл бұрын
Love it
@maitrivihara
@maitrivihara 3 жыл бұрын
@@radbikeadventure was mad mad fun. thoroughly enjoyed it. and it led to 4 more tours since. all of them on run down bikes ( one of them over 70 years old ) ride safe :)
@murphragous
@murphragous 3 жыл бұрын
A tip for buying sleeping bags. On most bags, the temperature rating that is on the bag is a survival rating - meaning if it got that cold you would most likely survive. The "Comfort" rating is usually 10-15 degrees (farenheit) higher. So if you found a 35 degree bag you would only be comfortable down to 45-ish degrees.
@radbikeadventure
@radbikeadventure 3 жыл бұрын
Yes for sure. Kaitlin just didn't realize how COLD it was going to get in Tassie. Lesson learned!
@four-x-trading5606
@four-x-trading5606 2 жыл бұрын
Quilts are the better choice and they make them closer to the comfort tempature the very important thing is what you sleep on as much as what's covering you quilts are better for summer spring or fall winter is a different story depimg on where you live but I've seen people camp in quilts in -40 F lol
@pedroclaro7822
@pedroclaro7822 Жыл бұрын
I definitly agree with Kaitlin, don't need a lot of money to tour. If you do in country touring you can generally take any bike, since you can get around any problem. Outside your country you might want to actually do the said bicycle check-up and revision. If you want to do stuff without spending too much you need to be as self-reliant as possible. Some people travel and pay for everything - transportation, hotels, restaurants. Some do a mix. While bikepacking it's pretty common to pay for meals. While touring you generally have everything you need. Being able to repair your own bike, tune it and maintain it is not that far of a stretch. I do all of that for my stuff, even if sometimes it's a bit of a headache. I know people who made their own panniers, hammocks, bivvy bags, tarp shelters, etc. The more you do for yourself the more you can save up (generally). And yeah with cheaper stuff you can get nice stuff that lasts a long time. When you pay top notch, in backpacking, you get the lightest stuff, which is not necessarily the longest lasting. I find that mid-tier gear is a good place to buy stuff that lasts decades!
@OverTheHillPhil
@OverTheHillPhil 3 жыл бұрын
If your sleeping bag is cold, use a fleece sleeping bag liner. It can be used in your regular bag when it's cold or on it's own if conditions allow. Love your videos guys. Keep on cycling.
@corvus400
@corvus400 2 жыл бұрын
Also it's good to do some stitching to make it like a bag, it will help to keep it round your body at night.
@johnwelch557
@johnwelch557 3 жыл бұрын
Super! Love the laughter. I'd be embarrassed to mention the army surplus stuff I've used in the past. Today I still use inexpensive gear. I'm prouder of it than other stuff. Anything you guys do for videos is "rad" for me. You have become old friends of mine! Thanks!
@radbikeadventure
@radbikeadventure 3 жыл бұрын
John Welch Army surplus is a great resource! I’ve made panniers out of old army bags actually.
@kaitlinbaum1993
@kaitlinbaum1993 3 жыл бұрын
Hey guys! So fun watching the video all complete! I'm so glad I could join in on the cycle tour in Australia. I guess it should also be mentioned that Amazon isn't available in Australia, it was a lot harder to find budget gear in Australia! I'm super happy with all the gear I had and what an amazing tour with you guys @RadBikeAdventure!
@radbikeadventure
@radbikeadventure 3 жыл бұрын
Yaaay! Thanks for pointing that out too. But k-mart, camping stores, Ebay and Gumtree were all good sources yea? We loved having you along for the ride! Need to plan another adventure soon : D
@eisvogel8099
@eisvogel8099 3 жыл бұрын
I like the setup!! The tent for sure is priceless for THAT price. About tents you can say that a two person is big enough for one with gear. Just as the three persons tent is big enough for two. She did a lot of effort and succeeded. More money left for the trip cause of that. Why go crazy on gear? Go crazy while cycling. Thanks for sharing, Jan
@canica99
@canica99 3 жыл бұрын
I used a one man tent and just keep the panniers on the bike unless I have to hang the food and toiletries in bear country and one man person tent is plenty big for me. You are right, keep the equipment purchasing low and have more money for more adventure.
@davidyazvac9325
@davidyazvac9325 3 жыл бұрын
Excellent video!!!!!! Enjoyed your gear reviews and sense of humor even when spending a super cold night out. Thanks for making!!!!
@bruceg383
@bruceg383 3 жыл бұрын
Looks like a lot of fun! And it lets me know I could just go out with my commuter/grocery getter bike and just add a two person tent and some minor things. Thanks for the video!
@radbikeadventure
@radbikeadventure 3 жыл бұрын
Yes exactly! No need to get sucked into the gear void. Just go out and do it. Even a backpack will do! Let us know when you plan your first trip😁
@canica99
@canica99 3 жыл бұрын
Great video and more people need to see this video and see how happy Kaitlin is bicycle touring and worrying more about the experiences she is having exploring than the gear to which so many worry. I once ran into an old timer in New Mexico who said that if you are worried about the gear, you will never get out and tour. Thank you so much for making this video and I will tell people to watch this as the most important thing is to get out there...all the rest will get figure out later. Cheers.
@radbikeadventure
@radbikeadventure 3 жыл бұрын
Yes exactly! While sometimes gear research can be fun I find it stressful much of the time...and you're right...once you're out there things will work out and it's more about the experience over anything else! In the backcountry gear does matter a little more but with classic touring...you can always buy something new or make do with what you have!
@limchoonteck1
@limchoonteck1 3 жыл бұрын
I got the same tent but yet to use it because the covid 19, parks are not open for camping yet. Glade to hear that it works well.
@djw8504
@djw8504 3 жыл бұрын
I just got a Giant Cypress DX with only 50 mls on it for $250!!! I’m so excited! Love your videos 👏😁
@barriobikes68
@barriobikes68 3 жыл бұрын
I know it is feasible to do this on a budget (which is definitely where I would fall), but this video was definitely helpful in seeing a visual and hearing if things worked well, or if tweaks were needed. Thanks... greatly appreciated!
@roryparlin2414
@roryparlin2414 3 жыл бұрын
Love your stuff. Great channel. Watched the world tour and loved every minute!!!
@radbikeadventure
@radbikeadventure 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much Rory 🙂
@FQofNambour
@FQofNambour 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this. Many useful ideas for my first bike trek.
@StarEssences
@StarEssences 3 жыл бұрын
I had gotten a lot of my bike touring items ordering from e-bay from China and of course the handy dollar stores. My bike which is a steel Schwinn was on sale too. I have a lot of good quality items, some things I upgraded too. My budget for everything (including the bike and all its' needs) added up to about 1500.00. Most people that I have watched via video, are easily spending around 3,000.00+ for their equipment which I think is a little too pricey. I would simply recommend to be particular in what you shop for bike touring items in order to get quality products and especially when a person is trying to save on expenses.
@davidjohnston1374
@davidjohnston1374 3 жыл бұрын
Hi Girls, yeah whilst it can get cold here in Australia, it's not like the North part of the USA or Canada in most parts or like Europe so a lot of the expensive gear is often overkill sometimes and there are some good stuff in our regular department and camping stores. My tent is 15 years old, still works and my sleeping pad is huge, I can never get those bloody things folded back to their original size lol.
@emilydejong9177
@emilydejong9177 3 жыл бұрын
My girlfriend and I have been following you and your journey and have been considering doing the GAP in early September. As broke college students, it seems like this video comes at just the right time! Thank you!!
@radbikeadventure
@radbikeadventure 3 жыл бұрын
Nice! Yes, there are definitely great budget /second hand options out there. Don't let needing "fancy gear" stop you! Let us know how the trip goes ;)
@lesleykenwood2715
@lesleykenwood2715 3 жыл бұрын
Saved her tent setup on Amazon, thanks a bunch 😊
@radbikeadventure
@radbikeadventure 3 жыл бұрын
Great! Kaitlin did a LOT of research before she chose it! Our friend we stayed with in Taiwan also used a Naturahike tent on his bike tour through Asia and really liked it.
@mrjono999
@mrjono999 3 жыл бұрын
Great to see you just going for it, budget needn't get in the way of cycle touring.
@TravelingThru222
@TravelingThru222 2 жыл бұрын
Cool video, Nice setup, see you on the trails.
@Tomanart
@Tomanart 3 жыл бұрын
Great video with very good information, well done
@pgpagaia
@pgpagaia Ай бұрын
This is the stuff. Great high spirits. Being from thr countryside on a poor part od the world, there were soooo many things in this video that eere familiar to me. Keep up.
@nomadicalex6218
@nomadicalex6218 3 жыл бұрын
Love the budget front bag. Great idea! Nice video!
@radbikeadventure
@radbikeadventure 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much!
@eisvogel8099
@eisvogel8099 3 жыл бұрын
Great approach! Think about possibilities, not problems! The last will get solved when being on tour!
@joshuabrown5057
@joshuabrown5057 3 жыл бұрын
Kaitlin is cool, thanks for the review
@paddypete1
@paddypete1 3 жыл бұрын
nice,i make all my own gear for touring/camping i find it's more satisfying knowing your gear will work when it has to,rather than buying expensive/inexpensive gear hyped up to ozone level that doesn't
@ShihabdeentheCyclist
@ShihabdeentheCyclist 6 ай бұрын
Really good tips and tricks
@SYLVAINDURAND77
@SYLVAINDURAND77 3 жыл бұрын
Very helpful video!
@Innerrelief
@Innerrelief 3 жыл бұрын
⏹ Interesting experience! thank you for sharing! have a nice weekend! greetings from NYC ✌😉
@radbikeadventure
@radbikeadventure 3 жыл бұрын
Cheers!
@cryptolikeaboss
@cryptolikeaboss 4 ай бұрын
You guys are legend 😅🤣.... I love the content
@StartledPancake
@StartledPancake 4 ай бұрын
Full of great tips, showing you dont need to spend a fortune to get out there. The only thing I would add is buy a roll of velcro tape, so much more convenient that zip ties and costs next to nothing..
@jorgefitzgerald4684
@jorgefitzgerald4684 2 жыл бұрын
Going on a cross-Canada tour this year. For front panniers I bought a pair of Blackburn cargo cages and some 10L dry bags. Around $120 CAD total!
@radbikeadventure
@radbikeadventure 2 жыл бұрын
Nice! Have a great trip!
@havefunandbikestuff
@havefunandbikestuff 6 ай бұрын
Really rad touring on a budget. I didnt see your food setup tho, maybe i missed that. Anyways awesome 👌 & subbed
@rodbutler9864
@rodbutler9864 3 жыл бұрын
outstanding !!!!!
@mauritzallberg7302
@mauritzallberg7302 3 жыл бұрын
Great video
@theacornproject121
@theacornproject121 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for another great video guys! Just wanted to know what pannier rack Kaitlin was using?
@radbikeadventure
@radbikeadventure 3 жыл бұрын
The Acorn Project Can’t remember the name of the rack. Just a basic aluminum (aluminium!) one. The original one got replaced after it cracked...it was not made to carry so much weight on trails.
@corvus400
@corvus400 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome setup and people!! I see other have a tent for like 500-600$.
@dazzasp3
@dazzasp3 3 жыл бұрын
Brilliant 👍🏼
@mangyanho
@mangyanho 3 жыл бұрын
Great and impressive keep safe everyone
@onemanmayhem
@onemanmayhem 3 жыл бұрын
Very nice to make budget touring videos so people get used to the idea that it's not a shame or whatsoever. I have also those rear panniers, they are very sturdy, especially the rack fastening clips. I do also have Naturehike two person tent Mongar2, bought it with a extension, " porch". Good deal. And of course alcohol Trangia! I didn't believe my ears, that you do also have that silent soup cannon. I have a few videos from my summer trip on my channel, where the whole setup is shown. I'm very interested how to have most fun with less money, this is rad indeed, thank you!
@radbikeadventure
@radbikeadventure 3 жыл бұрын
Nice! Thanks for sharing your positive budget gear experience😀
@zmuzzy101
@zmuzzy101 Жыл бұрын
I've also got the mongar 2. It's amazing especially for the tight and packs even smaller than the pictured tent so ideal for bikepacking!
@wahidin91
@wahidin91 3 жыл бұрын
Love the balinese shirt...😘
@zaiddansr
@zaiddansr 3 жыл бұрын
Indonesia bro
@Rocky4719
@Rocky4719 3 жыл бұрын
Whoa... you’re telling me that I don’t *Need* to spend over a thousand dollars on a fully loaded touring bike? That I can literally just turn my beloved hybrid into a long distance machine?! Ohhh boy I got plans now, thank you for making such an informative video!
@radbikeadventure
@radbikeadventure 3 жыл бұрын
Heck yes!! Get it tuned up and don’t put TOO much weight on it (for too long) and you’ll be fine! Minimal is better anyway!
@Rocky4719
@Rocky4719 3 жыл бұрын
@@radbikeadventure of course! Only the bare essentials for commuting and shorter tours, probably between towns.
@fatman7100
@fatman7100 3 жыл бұрын
Have you consider camping hammock for the alternative to the tent and a wool blanket from the military surplus, works better than The blanket fleece blanket?
@radbikeadventure
@radbikeadventure 3 жыл бұрын
Those wool blanket are definitely warm but they are dang heavy! The fleece packs a good amount of warmth (esentially being a wooly plastic bag lol). Yes, I've hammock camped but find it a LOT colder even with the underquilt. Plus, many campsites won't let you hang from trees. Bummer that.
@derekdavis6508
@derekdavis6508 3 жыл бұрын
Honestly your fine with those brakes, can carry extra pads if you are going far, they are light, I like mechanical disc, I worked at a bike shop when I was younger, I need to get me a Pedro's apprentice tool set, I like tinkering on bikes, I'd get down my street with all that weight and pass out.
@derekdavis6508
@derekdavis6508 3 жыл бұрын
I'm out of shape though.
@mswarrior932
@mswarrior932 2 жыл бұрын
🤣😂 I'm going to the Pacific coast in 3 months to tour the Pacific coast bike route from Washington to Mexico! I wish I could afford a bike like that!! My budget only allows for the cheap bike from Walmart!! We're talking $100 bike!!!!!!!!! You must be on a budget for a rich kid!!!!
@MrJx4000
@MrJx4000 3 жыл бұрын
For lightweight tent footprint, I use a cheap shower curtain from the dollar stores.
@radbikeadventure
@radbikeadventure 3 жыл бұрын
Nice! We used that as a rain tarp before! I would worry about durability though. Did it hold up?
@MrJx4000
@MrJx4000 3 жыл бұрын
@@radbikeadventure,oh yes, can't really do much damage there anyways; otherwise, buy two or three to have for spares.
@rickywinters637
@rickywinters637 3 жыл бұрын
Hahaha so funny seeing your local area in a KZfaq video while doing research for bike packing you road right past my house in grafton nsw
@radbikeadventure
@radbikeadventure 3 жыл бұрын
Ha nice! Yea, it's like ooOoo exotic bike touring...wait a sec...that's my neighborhood lol
@trick_treat
@trick_treat 3 жыл бұрын
Katelin is just cool!
@radbikeadventure
@radbikeadventure 3 жыл бұрын
We agree!!
@derekdavis6508
@derekdavis6508 3 жыл бұрын
Oh another budget is a cube travel, it's good value, if you can find one, chain reaction cycles has nada, I think it's $799 for the base model.
@LauraHopkins36
@LauraHopkins36 3 жыл бұрын
I'm really interested in the specialized alibi but worry because no one seems to have used it for a bike tour except you. I just love the geometry and worry that many expensive "touring bikes" would make me uncomfortable over long periods of time so "slooped" downwards. Could you let me know the pros and cons of touring on that bike? I've been reading the tires slow people down, but that's an easy fix if I need to get air tube tires. Thanks! This video was amazing!
@radbikeadventure
@radbikeadventure 2 жыл бұрын
Touring bikes are not very "sloped" in fact. They give you a much more upright position compared to a classic road bike. They are meant to be sat in allll day. Don't let the drop bars fool you! BUT ride whatever bike feels right for you! I did my first tour on a hybrid and got along fine. Major downsides are that they are usually not steel (a more comfortable material imo) and not built to hold a ton of weight. But if you are traveling light, you should be fine. They are also cheaper which is a huge perk of course.
@Wyonsvd
@Wyonsvd 2 жыл бұрын
Cool shirt!
@wornoutwrench8128
@wornoutwrench8128 3 жыл бұрын
Well this is the strangest thing. I was wondering why I hadn't seen anything from RAD for a bit. For some totally unknown reason, I was no longer subscribed. Just had to do a mini binge watch to catch up. And here I thought you were taking a break.
@radbikeadventure
@radbikeadventure 3 жыл бұрын
Glad you're back :D!
@thomasholmes7070
@thomasholmes7070 2 жыл бұрын
I am glad to see that you are not traveling alone. What about a handgun, for protection?
@michaeltattershall7566
@michaeltattershall7566 3 жыл бұрын
I would like to know what you store in your handle bar bag and other pannier .
@radbikeadventure
@radbikeadventure 3 жыл бұрын
Front bag had snacks, wallet, sunscreen, phone. The other pannier held clothing, toiletries, food. Also more food in a dry bag on top.
@michaeltattershall7566
@michaeltattershall7566 3 жыл бұрын
@@radbikeadventure Thank you for the extra information.
@chirst12
@chirst12 2 жыл бұрын
Fun video. So was everything purchased in US or Tasmania - is that Australia? I think if you ship your bike from US to Tasmania, it probably cost as much as the entire setup! Also, was that a Boise Bike Project tee at the beginning of the vid. How was the tour itself?
@radbikeadventure
@radbikeadventure 2 жыл бұрын
All of it was purchased in Melbourne, Australia! Yes, Boise Bike Project tshirt I got when I used to volunteer at Bicycle Kitchen bike co-op and went to a co-op event! Loved the Boise crew. The tour was grand. Some incredible memories and we'd do it again in a heartbeat. Check out our vlogs for vicarious travels!
@chirst12
@chirst12 2 жыл бұрын
@@radbikeadventure Well I think that is just awesome! The second video I watched of yours was the unboxing of a Kona, so I just had to reply again... I bought a Kona Rove from the guy who started the Boise Bike Project - Nate. He more recently started a bike shop in Twin Falls, Idaho. Super nice guy. But I admit, so far, I've gone the route of demonstrating how to spend your life savings on a bike/tour (hahah). It's been completely worth it though. Bike purchased Oct 2020 and I've got two tours under my belt now, one a coast to coast (Northern Tier) across the U.S. I'm hooked and really enjoy watching other peoples adventures when I'm not on my own :).
@longrider42
@longrider42 3 жыл бұрын
So no stove/stove fuel, cook kit or food? As a long time bicycle tourist, first on a road bike then a mountain bike, and now on a Recumbent bike, I always carry away to cook food, and of course the food itself.
@radbikeadventure
@radbikeadventure 3 жыл бұрын
She kept some food in the other pannier and in the yellow dry bag strapped on top of the tent. We shared our cookset and cooked for three people.
@driewiel
@driewiel 3 жыл бұрын
They eat in a 3 Michelin star restaurant every evening so no reason to buy expensive cooking gear.
@Vinaykumarel
@Vinaykumarel 3 жыл бұрын
Nice, timely video.. But shouldn't we consider a bit expensive/ Quality stuff for a World Touring? Invest once than buy many times... What do you think?
@radbikeadventure
@radbikeadventure 3 жыл бұрын
It really depends on the type of tour, how long it will last, staying close to towns or not, what kind of terrain etc. Also what you're willing to carry and put up with as cheaper gear can often be bulkier and yes, prone to breaking. We plan on doing a video about this too!
@Vinaykumarel
@Vinaykumarel 3 жыл бұрын
@@radbikeadventure Cool, my plans is to tour all the 7 continents. In a few years time.
@alphabears6342
@alphabears6342 3 жыл бұрын
I use a milk grate for my panniers. Got it for free from work. Its held by zip ties.
@radbikeadventure
@radbikeadventure 3 жыл бұрын
Nice! That's exactly what we have on our ebike now...zip ties and all ;) Definitely not the lightest piece of kit but gets the job done well
@alphabears6342
@alphabears6342 3 жыл бұрын
@@radbikeadventure at least we have the bike to do the work. Don't get me wrong, we still have pedaling to do but at least we do not have to carry weight on our backs.
@basilpines2201
@basilpines2201 2 жыл бұрын
I love this, but if this is a cheap setup I'm terrified of what you'd call my setup. ;)
@insanebrain213
@insanebrain213 3 жыл бұрын
Have you guys ever had any bike fit issues? I am 3 weeks into my bike tour and I'm having serious issues with knee pain and saddle discomfort etc. I am constantly fiddling with my seat height and fore-aft position. I am 600 KMs from nearest bike store that does bike fits. Have you guys had similar issues, or have any tips?
@radbikeadventure
@radbikeadventure 3 жыл бұрын
Pissfart1000 Where in your knee is it hurting? Usually pain in front means saddle too low and pain in back of knee, saddle too high. Pain on side could have to do w foot position on pedal. U Can also try moving your saddle forward or back on the rails. Yes, we’ve both made slight adjustments for comfort. Darin changed the angle of her handlebars and I fiddled w my seat height a lot (changing shoes also can mess things up) until I found the right spot. And then sometimes I’d change it again! Also, taking a couple rest days can do wonders and just being conscious of not cranking too hard in any gear (especially going uphill). Getting a bike fit in the future would be worth it.
@insanebrain213
@insanebrain213 3 жыл бұрын
@@radbikeadventure pain began in the side, moved to the front, then the back, now back to the front...been watching tons of KZfaq vids. Rested 2 days, back on the road today armed with a little knowledge hopefully ill get it sorted. Thanks for the reply. Have a great day.
@ShineBright__
@ShineBright__ 3 жыл бұрын
You can't go wrong with Naturehike tent i got 3 of'm
@radbikeadventure
@radbikeadventure 3 жыл бұрын
Oh wow! How have they held up long term? Which tents do you have?
@ShineBright__
@ShineBright__ 3 жыл бұрын
Yes long term just about 3 years i used m in any conditions and they held up strongly and beautifully for motorcycle camping trips . I have exact the same as you have the classic dome tent onother one called Star River and now Naturehike have made the new tent specific for moto riders so i ll get that one for 👍
@franklintehyijie5655
@franklintehyijie5655 3 жыл бұрын
How to prevent from others stealing my bicycle bags?
@radbikeadventure
@radbikeadventure 3 жыл бұрын
📌 What cheap bike touring gear have YOU used and found adequate on tour?
@TeddyParker
@TeddyParker 3 жыл бұрын
I tried the cheapest bags on Amazon, which obviously didn't work at all. Found a brand called Moosetreks and it's basically Ortlieb for half the price. Also, Costco has some great items even including energy chews for a fraction of the price obviously. I got a great tent on Amazon but unfortunately I can't find the listing anymore.
@radbikeadventure
@radbikeadventure 3 жыл бұрын
@@TeddyParker Yea, have to be careful of the rockbottom priced goods. Good tip on Moosetreks, I'll check it out.
@liviolandi1075
@liviolandi1075 9 ай бұрын
Greetings from Italy
@angelopiccinelli7455
@angelopiccinelli7455 3 жыл бұрын
Great video! Touring by bicycle is one of the best things to do. Bicycle people are always cool. Something to cook and eat would be nice. Cooking station, plate, pan knife, fork... stuff like this. And also clothing against rain can be helpful.
@dazzasp3
@dazzasp3 3 жыл бұрын
Yes women cycling love it 👍
@philiprayner1772
@philiprayner1772 2 жыл бұрын
any handle bar bag just waterproof it will be good
@cyrkryanlim4091
@cyrkryanlim4091 3 жыл бұрын
Good day, what solid tire is she using?
@radbikeadventure
@radbikeadventure 3 жыл бұрын
Nimbus Airless. Personally wouldn't recommend them for touring, but for commuting perhaps. Pneumatic will always give a more comfortable ride though.
@cyrkryanlim4091
@cyrkryanlim4091 3 жыл бұрын
How about a pneumatic tire in the back wheel and a solid tire upfront? Would it make a better ride?
@tonyabreu6912
@tonyabreu6912 3 жыл бұрын
I'm Retired on disability 1040 per month I'm going to weaverville California from Porterville California
@tuturnusantara7840
@tuturnusantara7840 3 жыл бұрын
Bali🇮🇩
@cryptolikeaboss
@cryptolikeaboss 4 ай бұрын
170cm...this lady is a Gaint, massive walking human being
@Mikhail_Koks
@Mikhail_Koks 6 ай бұрын
Можно купить такой руль где-то?
@driewiel
@driewiel 3 жыл бұрын
I could do it for half the money, and lighter, and better. But then I'm a pretty good bike mechanic.
@radbikeadventure
@radbikeadventure 3 жыл бұрын
Do tell. How lighter and "better"?
@driewiel
@driewiel 3 жыл бұрын
@@radbikeadventure Like I said, I can fix bikes myself. So $150 would be plenty. Then I have a $100 Lanshan 1 tent weighing 1170 gram with pole. Sleeping bag maybe a $90 Aegismax M2 650 grams and good for 4 Celsius. $30 air mattress 450 grams and more comfortable than the self inflating one. Panniers, well there you did pretty good. OK, I'm an AliExpress type of guy. Not everybody orders directly from China. But for $500 I could get myself an awesome touring setup including cooking gear, some accessories, and money left for clothes. Super light, and definitely not junk! That gear from China is lesser quality is simply not true. So sorry for local resellers. As much I like to support them, I don't like to pay 2 or 3 times the price. If they have what I'm looking for at all. Often they don't. And to give you an example of how silly expensive a shop can be: 10 guy line stoppers, €9,95. Same item, exactly the same, 10 pieces, from China, €0,95. Then they wonder why we don't buy local?
@mysurlytrucker7510
@mysurlytrucker7510 3 жыл бұрын
How did she cook
@radbikeadventure
@radbikeadventure 3 жыл бұрын
Good question David. We should have mentioned that! We all cooked together using our Trangia alcohol stove (large pot and pan). It was JUST big enough to cook for 3 people thankfully! I've linked an alcohol stove making tutorial in the description for those who want to make a stove on a budget :)
@mysurlytrucker7510
@mysurlytrucker7510 3 жыл бұрын
@@radbikeadventure cool thanks I use butane, because I don't at present really travel outside the EU, cheers 👍
@radbikeadventure
@radbikeadventure 3 жыл бұрын
David Macdonald Definitely more control w those stoves. We might add one back into the kit to try out again
@mysurlytrucker7510
@mysurlytrucker7510 3 жыл бұрын
@@radbikeadventure yes you use so little and its so controlled and clean, I carry a spare as well , so never caught short, I also carry a 35 gram tiny stove it fits inside your pocket, its my back up because its so light .
@matohota
@matohota 3 жыл бұрын
Budget probably only by australian standards.
@bblair2627
@bblair2627 3 жыл бұрын
every sentence has a question intonation at the end, its weird?
@TeddyParker
@TeddyParker 3 жыл бұрын
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/High_rising_terminal the inflection is already odd to most people but unfortunately it being tied with "woke" people in recent years has made it seem like a social statement, similar to virtue signaling. Some people, however, simply talk like this.
@radbikeadventure
@radbikeadventure 3 жыл бұрын
U.S. westcoasters 😜
@TeddyParker
@TeddyParker 3 жыл бұрын
@@radbikeadventure Hey! I'm from LA. My voice might be awful but I try to avoid bro talk... Try... lol
@kasimsultonfan
@kasimsultonfan 2 жыл бұрын
Managed about 2 minutes of the rising inflection? Where every sentence? Sounds like a question?
@michaeledwards7967
@michaeledwards7967 3 жыл бұрын
Could not get past the uptalk
@bronwynsmith4469
@bronwynsmith4469 Жыл бұрын
Hi new to your channel and bike traveling camping 🚴🏕️ this is very helpful I'm from Sydney, Australia 🐨
@trannamthonhom7249
@trannamthonhom7249 3 жыл бұрын
I love this video
@VoodooDewey69
@VoodooDewey69 Жыл бұрын
The bike is the cheapest part.Its all the accessories that add up .It's wiser to buy a used bike .Why because if you buy a used bike and end up getting bored with it , your not out 2 grand .Buy a used one first , then if you end up getting hooked on it , then you can always upgrade from there .I love biker chicks beavis, heh,heh,👩🚵🚴🚵🚴🚵🚴🚵🚴🚵
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