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@vincentnnyc
@vincentnnyc 2 күн бұрын
I thought you swapped out the default Brompton roller wheels with an inline skate wheels? Why did u swapped back to Brompton roller wheels?
@RyanandSaz-TravelLife
@RyanandSaz-TravelLife 5 күн бұрын
Cool man
@ester610
@ester610 6 күн бұрын
Great idea. Skater rolls are design to take heigh weight, so they could be much better than the Bromptpn rolls. Thx a lot !
@VietPhan
@VietPhan 6 күн бұрын
No prob. Just be ready to it to be ugly. Sometimes I contemplate over thin metalic easy wheels, that looks much slicker :D
@oldirtybeuner
@oldirtybeuner 7 күн бұрын
I searched for recent stealthcamping videos and found this video of you. I really like this video and I will scroll through your channel. Do you plan to bike through Belgium too? Cheers from a fellow stealthcamper. 👍
@VietPhan
@VietPhan 7 күн бұрын
Thank you for stopping by. Glad to see someone stealth camp in europe too. From your videos it seems your adventures are much more thrilling, well documented and on the edge :)...as for Belgium, I might visit during eurovelo 4,5 or 19. But based on your videos, I might skip stealth camping :D
@oldirtybeuner
@oldirtybeuner 7 күн бұрын
@@VietPhanThanks for the compliments! 🫡 If you pass eurovelo 19 it's closest to home. If you seek campingspots there, I can give you some tips. It is not too hard to stealthcamp here in Belgium, it's just me searching for trouble. 😋 I heard the Netherlands is harder and have bigger fines. Cheers, I'll keep following your channel
@welcome_Moscow_walks
@welcome_Moscow_walks 7 күн бұрын
Wonderful journey 😊
@VietPhan
@VietPhan 7 күн бұрын
Indeed 🙂
@fatimaSM236
@fatimaSM236 7 күн бұрын
Allí había muchos coches caros... pero tú tienes una Brompton. No está mal. Haha👌
@VietPhan
@VietPhan 7 күн бұрын
En ese momento no cambiaría mi brompton por un auto de lujo :D
@CaffeineJogger
@CaffeineJogger 7 күн бұрын
Awesome. That backpack! No rack on the bike?
@VietPhan
@VietPhan 7 күн бұрын
A bit big and heavy yea. But you get used to it :). There is rear rack on my brompton, just wide enough to balance a big duffle bag. Still have to fix position frequently,
@vincentnnyc
@vincentnnyc 21 күн бұрын
What is up with the color with your cam?
@VietPhan
@VietPhan 21 күн бұрын
Dunno, might be corrupted files during compresssion
@FOXMAN09
@FOXMAN09 22 күн бұрын
This guy shows a solution for the wind with the big agnes: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/qr1gibuk3amcdWQ.html
@FOXMAN09
@FOXMAN09 24 күн бұрын
This is my goal by the end of this summer for when I get my brompnot. I took a folding bike with 0 ability to climb hills to Switzerland last year and I ended up walking up all the hills instead but no insanely tall peaks, just through valleys around Lauterbrunnen and Grindelwald. Stealth camping was quite fun, glad I invested in a hooped bivy as it takes 2 seconds to set up and would make it through any tough storm switzerland has to offer.
@VietPhan
@VietPhan 21 күн бұрын
Sounds like a great plan. Lets us know how it went. I still yet to find a thunderstorm proof bivy, care to share a link?
@FOXMAN09
@FOXMAN09 21 күн бұрын
@@VietPhan I think links are blocked. Google: PL poln. Armee Biwacksack 121/DKWS Callida I bought it direct from a supplier for much less but check out what it looks like. It's a tad bulky due to its strong materials so I don't carry a tent, just a small tarp for extra headroom if needed. I wouldn't say any bivy is fun in a thunderstorm (nor lightning proof lol), but ya I wouldn't worry about this one, especially since it has 3 vents you can use to circulate air so you're not sweating like crazy like in a trash bag. You can also keep your sleeping bag inside it and just roll it up like a burrito. There's another video on youtube of guys demonstrating that, just search "bivy as a bedroll". When you're done, roll it back up and leave. No 30 minute set up/take down.
@FOXMAN09
@FOXMAN09 21 күн бұрын
@@VietPhan 121/DKWS Special Forces - Made by Callida a Poland company for Polish army
@FOXMAN09
@FOXMAN09 21 күн бұрын
@@VietPhan My bivy is a bit pricey (although I got it heavily discounted directly from supplier) but I'd also recommend the snugpack ionosphere for some more room or check out MLD SOLO BIVY or eVent Bivy or the Trekmates Squall. But honestly my bivy is excellent for ventilation, low profile, durability, easy entrancem, and lookout window.
@BIKENESS
@BIKENESS 24 күн бұрын
Those look so uncomfortable. Do you have advice for more bottom comfort on bikes
@VietPhan
@VietPhan 24 күн бұрын
What do you mean by bottom comfort? Like saddle?
@BIKENESS
@BIKENESS 24 күн бұрын
@@VietPhan yep the butt lol
@VietPhan
@VietPhan 24 күн бұрын
I did some research and here are few tips I found: Brooks leather saddle + Titanium seat post + Padded shorts + no pain no gain mindset. Gonna try with Brooks saddle first lol
@BIKENESS
@BIKENESS 24 күн бұрын
@@VietPhan ok thanks 👍
@Iugin2
@Iugin2 25 күн бұрын
In Nice you will find a Brompton official dealer
@VietPhan
@VietPhan 24 күн бұрын
That would solve a lot of problems
@alexmorgan3435
@alexmorgan3435 25 күн бұрын
Play grounds of the rich and famous. If you have to ask how much, you cannot afford it. Btw it's pronounced Mon-ton.
@VietPhan
@VietPhan 25 күн бұрын
Good to know. Seemed like other world.
@fatimaSM236
@fatimaSM236 25 күн бұрын
Esa área es muy bonita. Tu Brompton soporta mucho peso... 🤷🏻‍♀️ Demasiado bien se está portando.🙏
@VietPhan
@VietPhan 25 күн бұрын
Empacar demasiado es definitivamente una cosa :D La próxima vez deshazte del equipo de cocina haha
@TiberiusWallace
@TiberiusWallace 26 күн бұрын
You're wise to keep an eye on the rim temps. Bromptons add another level because on a large wheel bike you can let the tires down a bit and reinflate later but the pressure you need to put into a Brompton tire to top back up is an effort itself with a hand pump. It's better to just nurse it along.
@VietPhan
@VietPhan 25 күн бұрын
Would be fun rolling downhill, but maybe without all the bags :D
@fatimaSM236
@fatimaSM236 28 күн бұрын
WOW! Subir esa montaña con el peso extra de las bolsas, debe ser horroroso. Además, yo no aguanto llevar una mochila a la espalda, por el calor🌞
@VietPhan
@VietPhan 25 күн бұрын
Definitely more comfortable to do it not in one day :D
@user-cs3rg8nq3n
@user-cs3rg8nq3n Ай бұрын
Please make me paypal account from somalia account
@alexandergutfeldt1144
@alexandergutfeldt1144 Ай бұрын
I hope you found a bakery ( boulangerie ) for some baguette. Small discounters are not set up for fresh bread, they sometimes have a micro bakery in the shop, but I'd give that a miss! Good luck & much fun as you continue your journey!
@VietPhan
@VietPhan 25 күн бұрын
Thank you! Didnt know bakeries were main source of baguettes in France. Now it make sense
@fatimaSM236
@fatimaSM236 Ай бұрын
¿Qué le pasaba al freno de tu bicicleta?
@VietPhan
@VietPhan Ай бұрын
Las pastillas de freno se aflojaron y quedaron apretadas contra el borde; si no se notan, podrían perderse los tornillos de freno en el camino.
@fatimaSM236
@fatimaSM236 Ай бұрын
@@VietPhan Gracias por responder. Sí, es importante apretar los tornillos con la fuerza justa. 🤦‍♀️
@BrownPeterAnthony
@BrownPeterAnthony Ай бұрын
Good on you young man, enjoying the world and seeing what there is to see.
@VietPhan
@VietPhan Ай бұрын
Thanks, will do
@alexmorgan3435
@alexmorgan3435 Ай бұрын
Just found your channel and I am binge watching all your videos as they are great. You are a very good story teller. Yes some Italians can take advantage of tourists and rip them off. Many years ago I worked in Verona for 2 years and I often found this being British. The whole time I felt I was being fleeced. But many Italians were lovely, the ones not trying to make money out of you. I now prefer Spain. The drivers are so much more courteous and careful around cyclists. The Italians are nuts, dangerous in comparison. I am hoping you will ride in Spain. Subscribed.
@VietPhan
@VietPhan Ай бұрын
Really glad you're enjoying the videos. Looking forward to france and spain and excited to hear you had great experience and time there. Thanks for subscribing - that means a lot!
@alexmorgan3435
@alexmorgan3435 Ай бұрын
Wow such a great ride. Don't worry about the chalet owner back on the Marmot. He sounds like a complete a-hole. He should have been friendly to you and offered you breakfast as you obviously had not wanted to stay at his place where you did and you are obviously a touring cyclist from overseas. In fact he should have done everything to see that you were comfortable and had food, water. He will have seen hundreds, no thousands of cyclists pass by his chalet. Most people would have been welcoming. He sounded like a very nasty person especially interrogating you whether you used his rubbish bin. What a dickhead. Decathlon do a very nice metal phone holder. IIrc it costs about 16€. This I got in Malaga, Spain as well last year and it is still going strong on my Brompton. It will fit an iPhone Pro Max, the big screen, but I have iPhone 12 Pro which fits fine. I also have a Quadlock now which is also good but I prefer the Decathlon aluminium phone holder. You should also get a couple of spare tubes so if you get another puncture all you have to do at the side of the road is change the tube. You can repair the holed one later at your leisure. Decathlon do 16" tubes for the Brompton as well. Oh and with fitting a 39T front chain ring to make climbing mountains alot easier the highest gear will spin out at about 25mph / 40kmh which is more than fast enough on the flat. Down hill you don't need to pedal. You lose the chain guard though, but this is no big deal. You are right, the Brompton is easy to take into shops, supermarkets in Spain had no problem me taking it in, big ones let me take it without taking everything off and folding it. No one is going to nick it as it is so unusual. People are mostly just curious and want to know about it. Well this is what I find. Might be a good idea to carry spare brake blocks as well if you are not already. The road along the coast from Monaco into Italy is very beautiful. There is a dedicated cycle track that I think goes as far as Savona maybe further along the coast. No traffic except other bicycles. I found France really expensive when I was there about 3 weeks ago having been in Spain before. Spain is a lot cheaper. Where are you planning to go after reaching Ventimiglia? Back into Italy, if so take the coast road or if France the coast road is also good. If you are feeling strong and would like to see more spectacular sights then you could head up to Castellane NW of Grasse in the hills which is the start of the Gorge de Verdon which is very beautiful. There is a good campsite at Castellan as well. Will you climb the Mont Ventoux on your Brompton? You could camp down below and ride up without your luggage and then back down. This would be super cool. Just a thought. Aix-en-Provence is very nice to ride through and the Luberon. Fair winds and sunshine to you.
@VietPhan
@VietPhan Ай бұрын
Thanks for the heads up. Meeting non-friendly people is part of the adventure. Speaking of phone holder, quadlock sounds perfect. I got used to having direct access to phone screen during the ride. You're right about the 39T chainring, I'll check on this. That coastal bike path from Monaco sounds incredible! My plan is to strictly follow velo 8 route, so who knows. Might need to check how far would detour be. Thanks again for all the fantastic recommendations and encouragement! Really appreciate you sharing your experiences!!!
@alexmorgan3435
@alexmorgan3435 Ай бұрын
You need to fit a 39T front chain ring. Looks to me like you still have the 50T one? Any good bike shop in Italy, France or Switzerland should be able to supply one or Decathlon. Seriously do it. It will transform your Brompton for climbing. It is easy to do, takes 10 minutes. Any bike shop or indeed Decathlon could to it or loan you the tools. You can also shorten the chain by 4 links but I didn't bother. Also carry a spare chain and links just in case your chain breaks which mine did in Malaga, Southern Spain. Lucikly I was still in the city. Some how the quick link came apart and one half fell on the road but I could not find it. I searched for a very long time, but had to stay another night in an Air BnB and visit Decathlon the next morning as it was sunday and everything was closed. Seriously get a 39T front chain ring. You don't have to change anything else with the gearing. Your legs will thank you, a lot. You won't have such high gears but this is no problem as you just free wheel, coast, down the descents and you still go very fast. What an adventure you are having. Fair winds and sunshine to you.
@VietPhan
@VietPhan Ай бұрын
Wow what a challenge you had to face. Thanks for the advice. Extra chain shouldnt weight much on top of multitools and tubes. Definitely feel my chain skipping so maybe its time for change.
@alexandergutfeldt1144
@alexandergutfeldt1144 Ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing! Much respect too! I've done quite a few alpine mountain passes on bicycle - I live in Switzerland - but only on standard size wheels. Much respect for your will and attitude! With a little fine-tuning of your gear and more experience in wild camping ( use the bike to pitch a tarp tent ) things will get easier! Just never underestimate the weather, hypothermia is always a risk when cycling at altitude.
@VietPhan
@VietPhan Ай бұрын
Thanks for tips. How do you anchor you bike to not fall over? Also realized it would be better to bring a down jacket even in hot summer. Btw, which swiss mountain pass are best ride?
@alexandergutfeldt1144
@alexandergutfeldt1144 Ай бұрын
@@VietPhan Look for the You Tube video *'8 Steps to the Ultimate Brompton Tarp Set Up'* by the channel 'Velo Works' for some general ideas how to do it. The key elements are guylines, tent stakes (4-6 light, but not too light) and choosing a suitable camp site. Away from the road, flat, not exposed to find/weather. I do my tarp camping with trekking poles, but the Brompton with rear wheel folded under and Saddle & Handlebars extended up should work well. Before I forget: Practice! Try your first pitch with time to spare!
@alexandergutfeldt1144
@alexandergutfeldt1144 Ай бұрын
@@VietPhan Swiss mountain pass: With the Brompton ( brake issues going downhill, lack of low gears going up) I would recommend not doing the higher/longer mountain passes ( St. Gotthard, Albula,Julier, Furka, Grimsel, Simplon, Gd. St Bernhard, Susten ) but instead go for Jaun (from the west only), Brünig, Schallenberg, Hauenstein. Maloja (coming from Italy) would be a treat). If you absolutely must consider the old Gotthard Road. Google for 'The old Tremola road to Gotthard Pass' Please note that I only mention the passes I've experienced ( car/bicycle ) myself, there are many more! Be prepared for night time temperatures below 2-10c once you go above 1'000m. Not recommended to spend a night on a mountain pass unless you have a good cold weather setup!
@VietPhan
@VietPhan Ай бұрын
Tarp setup looks solid, thanks for the tip. Have to buy extra tarp need one as ground sheet anyway. Sometime finding flat patch big enough for guyy lines is challenge on its own in urban areas. But will practice till its perfect!
@VietPhan
@VietPhan Ай бұрын
Thanks for the insights. There are 4 eurovelo routes going through Swiss, not sure which one has mountain pass, but will check it during planning.
@MyFamilyGathering
@MyFamilyGathering Ай бұрын
🤭. Your Mad 😮. But so brave & courageous . But after stumbling upon you - this video - I gotta see what on earth drives you to do this Adventure. Why ? Because this is an exciting journey. Full of danger and challenges. Just stay safe.🙏
@VietPhan
@VietPhan Ай бұрын
Thank you. Its challenging to find a place to sleep with so much gear and a bike.
@ultrastoat3298
@ultrastoat3298 Ай бұрын
Did you have the 6 speed brompton? The new 12 speed have one extra lower gear. And combined with a 44T front ring, you can get a decent climbing gear.
@VietPhan
@VietPhan Ай бұрын
Sounds like an amazing combination for up 5 percent incline. Is 12 speed available for sale in your country?
@FOXMAN09
@FOXMAN09 24 күн бұрын
@@VietPhan you can just get a dual chain ring for the 6 speed brompton. 33T/54T.
@LeeGreenldgphotos
@LeeGreenldgphotos Ай бұрын
Hats off love my Brompton but would never try that on it !
@VietPhan
@VietPhan Ай бұрын
Maybe with rohloff geared brompton would be doable
@MrNo-hb4xi
@MrNo-hb4xi Ай бұрын
It is really unusual for european habits to have a limited breakfast on a plate. Most of the eatable food at the italian breakfast is sweat and unhealthy stuff. Italian kitchen is one of the best in the world, but their breakfast is dissapointing.
@VietPhan
@VietPhan Ай бұрын
Appearently no one eats in the morning in Italy, thats why they are so fit :D Unlike german breakfast with big plate of eggs and wurst
@MrNo-hb4xi
@MrNo-hb4xi Ай бұрын
@@VietPhan No, a lot of the Italians eat on their way to work a bit (and good stuff) in small bistros and drink there a espresso while communicating. In the hotels the breakfast is most of the time just sweat stuff.
@BIKENESS
@BIKENESS 2 ай бұрын
Sleeping bag/ Body bag just in case 😅
@VietPhan
@VietPhan Ай бұрын
Wish sleeping bag didnt leak heat so much.
@BIKENESS
@BIKENESS 2 ай бұрын
No bears and MTN lions there at least. Try Colorado, u s 😅
@VietPhan
@VietPhan Ай бұрын
Are there paved mountain roads at least?
@BIKENESS
@BIKENESS Ай бұрын
@@VietPhan yes
@LeeGreenldgphotos
@LeeGreenldgphotos Ай бұрын
I can could with weather but Lions and Bears !!!!
@BIKENESS
@BIKENESS 2 ай бұрын
Why a Brompton! Brutal
@VietPhan
@VietPhan Ай бұрын
Because you cannot take your gravel bike to supermarket etc. :D
@zazi77
@zazi77 2 ай бұрын
what an adventure!
@VietPhan
@VietPhan 2 ай бұрын
Indeed :)
@taniacruz5080
@taniacruz5080 2 ай бұрын
Wow how many hours did it take to make it to the top and to that chalet?
@VietPhan
@VietPhan 2 ай бұрын
About 7 hours. Last 15 km were brutal
@taniacruz5080
@taniacruz5080 2 ай бұрын
@@VietPhan so impressive, but looks like it was worth the view! Love your videos, keep posting and stay safe out there 💜
@AHINOS21
@AHINOS21 2 ай бұрын
Really impressive and fearless!!😉 What's your gear set up in the Brompton?
@VietPhan
@VietPhan 2 ай бұрын
Thanks Tania, lets see if France will be even more worthwhile
@VietPhan
@VietPhan Ай бұрын
Classic six speed t-line. Great for downhills.
@zazi77
@zazi77 2 ай бұрын
As you noticed Cuneo is a rich town
@VietPhan
@VietPhan 2 ай бұрын
I had feeling something was off with city, no sports cars, but nice empty streets
@zazi77
@zazi77 2 ай бұрын
Enjoy your videos man, continua così
@VietPhan
@VietPhan 2 ай бұрын
Thanks! Appreciate your comment
@MegaNaseem786
@MegaNaseem786 2 ай бұрын
Am sorry to break this to you. That muti tools 🔧 you buy was too expensive in the UK. It sells for £2.50p which is roughly €3.30c
@VietPhan
@VietPhan 2 ай бұрын
Thats bargain, even in my home country it costs more than 15EUR, you are lucky UK is so cheap
@vincentnnyc
@vincentnnyc 2 ай бұрын
Get at least a m1 Mac mini…it is a huge difference vs Intel Mac mini and windows 11
@VietPhan
@VietPhan 2 ай бұрын
Thats indeed best, but also 4 times as expensive
@jkevinAH
@jkevinAH 2 ай бұрын
i've read in reddit that the brompton easy wheels were purposely made plastic and weaker so in case of big impacts, it would break first rather than bending the frame part its attached to. there is logic there but is that really true? haha planning on replacing the stock wheels on my C line and just want to make sure I dont accidentally bend the frame haha Thanks!
@VietPhan
@VietPhan 2 ай бұрын
From engineering view it does makes sense, so ask yourself if you ever plan to bring Brompton on plane.
@martyrea41
@martyrea41 2 ай бұрын
Be watching all your euro travel videos very good and you very determined Keep going your rewards out way the negatives looking forward to future videos
@VietPhan
@VietPhan 2 ай бұрын
Thanks for support! Its always more ups than downs :)
@gdlerner
@gdlerner 2 ай бұрын
What is the side of your chainring?
@VietPhan
@VietPhan 2 ай бұрын
I have stock 50T - on six speed you need brutal strength to ride up mild hills
@gdlerner
@gdlerner 2 ай бұрын
@@VietPhan I am thinking what to do if a put a dual chainring or change to a 44t
@VietPhan
@VietPhan 2 ай бұрын
You then could ride slowly for longer. 44 is still big, dual seem ideal but how can you fit it to brompton?
@gdlerner
@gdlerner Ай бұрын
@@VietPhan There are nany videos on youtube but expensive 140€
@patsmith7710
@patsmith7710 2 ай бұрын
the next part is going to be very interesting, good luck.
@VietPhan
@VietPhan 2 ай бұрын
Thanks for encouragement! It was a tough part to overcome
@pranavsk7068
@pranavsk7068 2 ай бұрын
Do updating my late. 2014 mac mini (1tb fusion drive) to mac os monterey slow down my mac mini
@VietPhan
@VietPhan 2 ай бұрын
Wouldnt risk it
@litebkt
@litebkt 2 ай бұрын
I love mine. I am running an M1 version now but I’m using the 2014 model as a Linux server. It excels at that.
@VietPhan
@VietPhan 2 ай бұрын
Never thought of putting linux on it. Hope it works fast for you.
@Moshebenyair
@Moshebenyair 2 ай бұрын
Would you still recommend on Brompton as oppose to regular MTB bike?
@VietPhan
@VietPhan 2 ай бұрын
Well depends on your goal. Brompton is like cycling on hard mode :D. But then its so tiny you bring it everywhere you go, train, pub, hotel...so I would stay with MTB if you have your route planned with exact stopovers, you will have better time.
@Moshebenyair
@Moshebenyair 2 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for this video. I find it very useful as all Brompton videos seem to be flawless…BTW i had the same major hustle with punctures while riding EV6 on MTB bike on Sunday. It was hot, no open stores, malfunction pump and lousy sticks. I had to drag my bike 6KM uphill in hot weather after 100KM ride. It was a lesson learned to leave a little room for luck and always check my gear like pump, sticks, spare tube etc… before i go on along trip. ❤
@VietPhan
@VietPhan 2 ай бұрын
I feel you :D That sounds painful, but then you get fond memories. I also admire you did Velo 6. Looks as bigger adventure, especially hungary to romania. Have it definitely on my wishlist, but probably not with brompton. Dunno. How many days did it take to finish?
@Iugin2
@Iugin2 3 ай бұрын
Hi! I live Ventimiglia, if you need Just ask!
@VietPhan
@VietPhan 2 ай бұрын
Hi, Ventimiglia was such welcome place to see seaside after weeks inland!
@patsmith7710
@patsmith7710 3 ай бұрын
thank you for doing all these videos of your trip, i see your links too on the redit brompton group, have fun and stay safe.
@VietPhan
@VietPhan 2 ай бұрын
Thanks, will do! Northern Italy is pretty safe, the only dangers are mosquitos :D
@DrAcOFoto
@DrAcOFoto 3 ай бұрын
So, your main Windows 11 disk is currently connected through USB 3.0, right? Have you considered a Thunderbolt 2 enclosure for SSD or NVMe? I'm curious about the performance difference.
@VietPhan
@VietPhan 3 ай бұрын
It will be faster, but is it worth the cost? 150 USD computer + XX USD worth of upgrades...unless you have one laying somewhere in a closet
@DrAcOFoto
@DrAcOFoto 3 ай бұрын
@@VietPhan Understandable. Maybe a cheap USB 3.0 enclosure to M2 / NVMe could max it out fine.
@RockinforRock
@RockinforRock 3 ай бұрын
Awesome content, Viet! I am excited for the next episodes
@VietPhan
@VietPhan 3 ай бұрын
Thanks man. Appreciate the support!
@RightNowhere
@RightNowhere 3 ай бұрын
thank you very much! Because the wheels are bigger and wider, i also recommend a pair of Bicycle Pedal Extenders
@VietPhan
@VietPhan 3 ай бұрын
Thanks for the tip! Its always trade off between compactness and comfort.