I, A Cyclist, Replaced My Phone With an Apple Watch Ultra for 30 Days

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  • Опубліковано 7 лют 2025
  • According to my screen time app, I'm on my phone for two and a half hours per day. That equals 38 whole days per year. Disgusting. Time is all we have in life, so to claim my life back from my phone, I, a cyclist, replaced my phone with an Apple Watch Ultra for 30 days to see if it encourages me to use my phone less and use my precious time more wisely. Can the Apple Watch Ultra be a suitable phone replacement for cyclists?
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  • @addvurtbikes
    @addvurtbikes Рік тому +20

    I have been thinking about going watch only to reduce screen time but it feels silly to buy more tech so I can escape tech. Instead I have deleted every app that I would normally use if I take out my phone without thinking :) that worked really well actually.

  • @B_COOPER
    @B_COOPER Рік тому +6

    Imagine binge watching Zach’s videos and then getting to this video. Inb4 bait

  • @cx4130
    @cx4130 Рік тому +3

    Zach rocks with MCR? 👍🖤👍

  • @DaviaFleming
    @DaviaFleming Рік тому +6

    Highly relatable. I'm going to try this experiment right now and see how it works.

  • @notl33t
    @notl33t Рік тому +1

    loving the floral blazer! looks dope with the appley wash.

  • @kokonut5
    @kokonut5 Рік тому +19

    Zach listens to Babymetal? 🔥

    • @WastedPancakes
      @WastedPancakes Рік тому +1

      and Polyphia !!

    • @Iamwel
      @Iamwel Рік тому

      I was gonna comment & ask what's his fav song...

  • @sonymicronin
    @sonymicronin Рік тому +2

    Zelda tears of the kingdom and fixed gear? 2 of my favorite things ever lol

  • @theoaklandfan151
    @theoaklandfan151 Рік тому +1

    Best Apple Watch ad ever

  • @spencerclayton7692
    @spencerclayton7692 Рік тому

    Loved seeing the music library.. Do you like The Wonder Years?

  • @theleftperson
    @theleftperson Рік тому

    8:50 was surprised to see a pair of Dan Clarks in this video, nice choice. What model are they?

  • @suren123a
    @suren123a Рік тому

    what mirror thing do you use for your helmet?

  • @akaraikiriakatsuki3157
    @akaraikiriakatsuki3157 Рік тому +2

    XD Dude, you still need your phone lmao.
    Last year when I got into an accident I was thankful I have a phone,
    I left my bike to my friend near the crash area,
    and I called myself a Grab Taxi and bring myself, to get hospital then contact my family to bring me my medical card. XD

    • @__HIGH_
      @__HIGH_ Рік тому

      XD XD XD XD XD

    • @FernandoHernandez-jw4yy
      @FernandoHernandez-jw4yy Рік тому

      You don't need a smartphone or mobile data for that, though. But I agree, carrying a mobile phone can be a life saver in emergency situations. Especially as a cyclist.

    • @B_COOPER
      @B_COOPER Рік тому

      @@FernandoHernandez-jw4yyall senior citizens should have lifealert

    • @akaraikiriakatsuki3157
      @akaraikiriakatsuki3157 Рік тому

      @@FernandoHernandez-jw4yy Specially my brother one time. XD he's fvckin RD hanger suddenly snap and he was stuck 11km away.
      he was on a 40% gradient so even walking back is hard XD

    • @akaraikiriakatsuki3157
      @akaraikiriakatsuki3157 Рік тому

      ​@cony You only call ambulance if you can't move, if it's really emergency.
      I'm still on a condition to move on foot but not in condition to ride, left arm doesn't have any strength, but considering I wasn't on the ground in paid safe to assume I wasn't badly hurt.
      XD besides, if I wait for an ambulance it'll take me longer to get the help I need anyway.
      And specially in america I don't think people would call ambulance even when they need one because it would cost a lot.

  • @lukeafax2011
    @lukeafax2011 Рік тому

    Where did you get the strap!?

  • @moshdeenotabot
    @moshdeenotabot Рік тому +1

    Can you recommend a bike computer or other tech that can streamline or complicate life/cycling?

  • @rodrigopaim1660
    @rodrigopaim1660 Рік тому +1

    you're eating healthy food, you dont do drugs, you dont use that mutch phone, sooo you just ride bikes? hahahaha

  • @Rockinroomsrob
    @Rockinroomsrob Рік тому

    I use a computer for work, and a Tablet for my music production so I use a Feature Phone - Hammer 5 smart (with minimal internet access, whatsapp etc) it's been so nice not constantly staring at a phone.

  • @evosportychop8332
    @evosportychop8332 Рік тому

    I was thinking this channel must be maturing cuz I haven't heard fixie foo in forever. But if you're talking about a couple fixie foos what else can you say

  • @holgaholic
    @holgaholic Рік тому

    what wahoo mount are you using zach? thanks

  • @TheRelaxingRide
    @TheRelaxingRide Рік тому +1

    the phone lightness is real

  • @Dellvmnyam
    @Dellvmnyam Рік тому +1

    My watch lasts more than three years on a single charge.

  • @Toma_botruc
    @Toma_botruc Рік тому

    Great vidéo ! what are these bottle cage ? where can I find them ? wish u the best

  • @ericschmidt1987
    @ericschmidt1987 Рік тому

    8 minutes in what watch band is that?

  • @mypradasatthecleanerss
    @mypradasatthecleanerss Рік тому

    Only just heard about Mackinac Island the other day! No cars right?

  • @MrSoloDev
    @MrSoloDev Рік тому

    Can't find the other channel

  • @theoaklandfan151
    @theoaklandfan151 Рік тому

    Yo can you make a tutorial on how to replace handlebar grip tape?

  • @generalprinciple7312
    @generalprinciple7312 Рік тому

    Zach my brain is having a hard time reconciling the fred mirror with the huge saddle height-to-bars discrepancy. Spacers are you friend.

    • @Disrtict6
      @Disrtict6 Рік тому

      you missed the part where he cut his fork as much as possible? Hes young and has long arms, I think he will be ok :)

  • @Lonelemon
    @Lonelemon Рік тому

    Could you please make a similar video on wahoo, what benifits/ disputes it brimgs

  • @brianlove7660
    @brianlove7660 Рік тому +1

    Way to represent Detroit Michigan !!

  • @Rodrigoltzk
    @Rodrigoltzk Рік тому

    I was just looking for Apple Watch videos then I discovered the best UA-camr,,, that’s sick

  • @georgeirvingnormaniii3291
    @georgeirvingnormaniii3291 Рік тому

    Nice 📲 you’re coming thru✨✌️

  • @Lamefoureyes
    @Lamefoureyes Рік тому +2

    4:20 I feel like between this and when Zach was really sad that he couldn't complete his epic bikepacking trip, they are the most real he's ever been on camera bahahaha
    Love your videos my guy, when I have the money and space I'm definitely going to talk to Wabi and let them know that you sent me.

    • @Lamefoureyes
      @Lamefoureyes Рік тому

      Nevermind I think 5:43 is peak Zach

  • @rjndll2661
    @rjndll2661 Рік тому

    I feel like you stole my watch when I saw the Neck deep albums🤘

  • @markusschulzbro
    @markusschulzbro Рік тому

    Great review dude )

  • @TanyaTsukrova
    @TanyaTsukrova Рік тому

    This is such a cool experiment! Thank you for sharing your journey

  • @Disrtict6
    @Disrtict6 Рік тому

    lets forget the part where the pro youtuber doesn't have UA-cam on his phone.

  • @teddgram
    @teddgram Рік тому

    I've done something similar with just using a Fitbit. It doesn't have cell service, but I've found that using it to swipe away my notifications prevents me from pulling out my phone, swiping the notification, then oh, while I have it out, I'll just check a few things.......20 minutes later..... yeah, what a waste of time.
    Also, I can relate to the drugs thing. Never got started, never wanted to get started, but I sometimes feel like I'm the only person on planet earth that ISN'T doing some recreational drug right now. It's offered out quite a bit on my weekly group ride. Some people look at me weird when I turn it down.

  • @tuongqle
    @tuongqle Рік тому

    Sweet! Been waiting for this one 😎

  • @SurlySteve1
    @SurlySteve1 Рік тому

    Thoroughly enjoy your videos. Of all my bikes I enjoy riding my surly fixed wheel the most. 47 x 17 . Anyway now I see a bass guitar ! Cool. I have a rickenbacker and a Marcus miller .

  • @DrewRandallPhoto
    @DrewRandallPhoto Рік тому

    Rumour is the Big Pop punk Industry is coming for you.
    All jokes aside sick video

  • @jrcullen2307
    @jrcullen2307 Рік тому

    I enjoy your music choices.

  • @Uhdi_gaja
    @Uhdi_gaja Рік тому +1

    Apple watch is annoying. Always telling me to do something. Alerting me with useless info. I gave it away

    • @suren123a
      @suren123a Рік тому +1

      you can turn those things off

  • @Nasirisme
    @Nasirisme Рік тому

    bought a samsung smartwatch so i could use maps, see the time, quick message, change my music. so that i could leave my stupid phone in my bike bag and like you said feel lighter and it works great

  • @moshdeenotabot
    @moshdeenotabot Рік тому +1

    Whoa! All Time Low!

  • @nicksyahrilstorror5183
    @nicksyahrilstorror5183 Рік тому

    Wearing a blazer doesn't make you sweaty since it's hot outside?🤔😅✌🏼

  • @johnchitty2804
    @johnchitty2804 Рік тому +3

    Zach this was cool but for a little push back, we are in a day and age where not having your phone can be considered irresponsible. Imagine going on a hike, you slip and break your leg. You’re stranded with no phone.
    Or what if you’re in a car wreck? Are you calling your insurance company, family, and police all from watch? At a certain point it would be ridiculous and more of an inconvenience.

    • @shayach7983
      @shayach7983 Рік тому +4

      Yes, but you can call all of those people from the watch though.

  • @jazz.a.m
    @jazz.a.m Рік тому

    ayye squier 40th anniv bass

  • @TL243
    @TL243 Рік тому

    You are back in Taiwan?? Awesome!!

  • @krishnansrinivasan830
    @krishnansrinivasan830 Рік тому

    Nice experiment :)

  • @blumchue
    @blumchue Рік тому

    I really wish Apple would put a new chipset in the Apple Watch for efficiency…. The bright sunny weather really drains my series 7 😢 cmon Apple stop being greedy…. Nice video ❤

  • @michaelhughes511
    @michaelhughes511 Рік тому

    That’s a fly suit my guy

  • @Classic7-4-7
    @Classic7-4-7 Рік тому

    Sport dedicated watches FTW

  • @MAGAIVER
    @MAGAIVER Рік тому +2

    I've been in way too many traffic accidents that left me hospitalized and my phone was there for me to call relatives, let them know which hospital I was being taken to and so on. I'm terrified of leaving the house on a bike without my phone, getting into another accident and not having a way to call for help.

  • @bora01vr6
    @bora01vr6 Рік тому

    Another option is just buy a dumb phone . It will have all the features of a iwatch minus the fit stuff and cheaper while allowing you to talk instead of text .

  • @inxlee
    @inxlee Рік тому

    Wotancraft @9:27👍🏻

  • @nicksyahrilstorror5183
    @nicksyahrilstorror5183 Рік тому

    Just wanna ask which iPhone that he use? Can anybody tell me please🤔😅

  • @wqasdfew
    @wqasdfew Рік тому

    me with an average of 7 hours screen time😃

  • @CiscoCheang
    @CiscoCheang 5 місяців тому

    I like Dance Gavin Dance too

  • @dannystarkridesfixed
    @dannystarkridesfixed Рік тому

    I like this idea but my laptop is currently funky so I kind of have to currently rely on my phone more than I would like to do.
    But also I’ve been doing Uber eats by bike since like October or something so I have to use it for that haha. If my laptop wasn’t messed up or I could upgrade it that would help me use it less but since it’s kind of unpredictable I bought another iPhone a couple months ago
    That has more memory so I can edit my UA-cam videos I do them on that phone instead.
    Which has been due since it has had the upside of quicker video editing and uploading so that’s nice. But I have gotten into the habit the last year or so of being better about not using my phone if I don’t actually need to use it. So I’m okay with that. I can keep myself busy without either of my phones and laptop. Since I like to be productive and such. So not hard to do whatever that is off screen.

  • @FonsoDalchemist
    @FonsoDalchemist Рік тому

    I be on my phone way too much lmao

  • @LearnEnglishWithMatta
    @LearnEnglishWithMatta Рік тому

    Great insights 💪🏽🤠🇺🇸

  • @TL243
    @TL243 Рік тому

    So far its good. I am living my life... epic.

  • @FernandoHernandez-jw4yy
    @FernandoHernandez-jw4yy Рік тому +1

    You could get a really pretty nice bike or some really awesome components for the price of an Apple Watch Ultra so it's clearly a waste of money.

  • @Somebodycousin
    @Somebodycousin Рік тому

    Wait … is Zach hot?!?

  • @deepnetx6
    @deepnetx6 Рік тому

    Post ur personal here on UA-cam we will call u up so u don't feel lonely....

  • @notevenzach
    @notevenzach Рік тому

    Some solid artists in that Apple Music gallery 🤙🏻

  • @jacobibarrondo6263
    @jacobibarrondo6263 Рік тому

    I love this 🔥

  • @timur1753
    @timur1753 Рік тому

    Прикольная идея. 😅

  • @angeldagook7948
    @angeldagook7948 Рік тому

    again

  • @angeldagook7948
    @angeldagook7948 Рік тому

    first