Swindons Jacobs Ladder Hill Climb on Fat Tyre EBike Cyrusher Ranger
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- Опубліковано 20 сер 2024
- Swindon's Jacobs ladder runs from Pipers way to Burdrop park at Wroughton.
A very steep climb in places but what makes it more tricky can be mud and lots of tree roots. It's not an easy climb even on a fat tyre Ebike:)
I like Wiltshire man, he's always doing something new.
I love your videos because they get me out of London to places I didn't get to see when in the UK...the vacations I didn't have. Having them now. Thank-you.
Thanks Lucy, UA-cam is great to show you what places there are and which can be explored. Hopefully you'll be able to get out and explore first hand at some point
That's the great thing about ebikes Sandy, they encourage you to tackle stuff that you probably couldn't manage on normal bike. Thank goodness for countryside, the M4 looked manic, everyone rushing to get somewhere. Great content as always, much appreciated.
It's nice being able to get into the countryside John, yes the M4 is manic and noisy
Loved it Sandy.... Thanks for taking us along pal👌👏KTF🙏
Thanks Marty
I'm impressed by your stamina, Sandy. I'm a bit older than you, but that would kill me, E-Bike or not. Good stuff. 🙂👍🚴♀️
Thanks Brian I guess it's all down to never having smoked and managed to stay relatively active most of my life
Every video you put out is my cup of tea Sandy, I have vivid memories of that hideous roundabout. I did a big timber frame job just by there few years ago now and got shock of my life when i approached that roundabout, i ended up literally just going for it as i had no idea where traffic was coming from!.. Only Jacobs ladder I know is in the peak district and thats a right old slog to climb too. Look forward to the coast to coast Sandy. Atb
I was going to mention JL up to Kinder until I saw your comment :)
Yes the "Magic" is a nightmare to those who don't understand it, but once you "know" it, it works like "Magic"
Give me the nice bridleway any day of the week. Just as difficult going down as going up, but for different reasons. Enjoyed that Sandy, as always. Looking forward to the Brompton adventure.
Thanks Rob, riding the bridle ways on any bike is really good fun:)
A fantastic ride Sandy. That climb up Jacobs Ladder was quite a challenge for both the E-bike and yourself. You handled it beautifully though. I am definitely looking forward to your upcoming cross country bike trip, that should prove to be quite the experience. Thanks for letting us tag along again my friend. See you on the next one.
Thanks Terry, The Jacobs ladder is quite a climb, I am very much looking fwd to riding across the country on my Brompton in the next video:)
@@WiltshireMan Yes, I did assume that poor little Chug would have to sit this trip out because you are going on a pretty long stretch there. Other adventures will be waiting in the future for Chug. Have a great time my friend and please stay safe.
A challenging run that, lovely path though. I was living in Hemel Hempstead when they changed the roundabout there from one large one to six small ones similar to the one in Swindon. It happened overnight at the weekend and it was quite entertaining going to work the next day.
I was out in mine today Sandy, twisted out the steering a few times, thankfully while going slowly, but my bike with hammock and tarp etc, was sooo heavy and hard to get it upright from leaning...more like a motorcycle. Lovely trio out...glad you had fun and coffee well earned
Cheers Steve, sounds like your having great fun and getting some good times in fresh air with your bike. This is such a lovely time of year
Not really rode a bike for awhile but after watching some of your recent videos I'm thinking of digging my bike out of the garage.
Looking forward to the next one .
Go for it, get some time in the saddle and some fresh air in your lungs:)
Hi Sandy, another really good video. I love local History, no matter "who's local" , you can learn a lot from local's, if you spend time to listen.
Still like the googles mate,
Thanks Sandy, I really enjoyed this. I am also looking forward to your next adventure, it sounds like your be having fun.
It's going to be a great adventure Peter. Very much looking forward to it:)
The bikes always over the M4! Can't wait to see the bike camping!!!
EBike, Bike - it all ends in Bike 🙂
Stay safe and Healthy!!
When exploring in a southerly direction from Swindon Dan, everything lies beyond the dreaded M4, thankfully there are a few nice bridges to take me over it:)
Success at the 3rd time of asking! That was an intrepid ride, really impressed. You're always an inspiration to me to get out there and explore, no matter what mode of transport it is 🙂
It's a tough climb Oscar, I think with some practice I could do it without falling off:)
@@WiltshireMan 😂
Another great video Sandy thanks for sharing your adventure's
That looked like it was a blast to do that ride ,Sandy!
Sandy, it seems to me any content you put out is always interesting. But the cycle camping on a Brompton is going to be a special one (I also follow Susanna Thornton on her adventures on her Brompton cycle camping). I'm off the the supermarket to get some popcorn and a drink, ready for when you post it up. ATB Big Dave Scotland
Hi David, I also follow Susanna Thornton, she is a great inspiration. I hope you will enjoy the next video on the Brompton tour, it should be a lot of fun
Well done Sandy and I’m looking forward to your Coast to Coast ride 👍
Just getting packed up now for the big ride:)
@@WiltshireMan it will be a lot easier than the walk but different 👍 Enjoy 😃
Looked awesome fun sandy , brilliant video as always
Thanks again Sandy ye are a better man than I Out of breath just watching ..Cars and noise off them I find appalling
Same here Trig, road noise is very invasive
Great job, I got out of breath just watching you
We loved it , nail biting come down jacobs ladder in the mud I should think . I definitely prefer bridle ways to noisy roads. Looking forward to your Brompton tour. We love both bikes .
I have a folding Electric Jorvik Tricycle it’s brilliant.
The Jorvik tricycle sounds awesome Anne, a lot of fun:)
@@WiltshireMan it is my husband has a normal e bike mine has a box on the back which takes our picnic and we are trying to get our border terrier use to travelling in it too.
All two wheeled travel is my cup of tea Sandy. Love all the content and am looking forwards to the camping trip on the folders.
Thanks Bill, I'm just heading off the cycle the way of the roses now:)
Did you leave Mandy on Jacobs Ladder? I only saw her when you set off and on your journey home, NO MANDY😮😮😢 Thanks again for sharing your adventure with us, I love your videos ❤
No, She went a different route to me, she went to the shops!!
Amazing how those little bikes make thinfs more accessible 😊
They certainly do Paul
At 5:15. The cars are going backwards. My old brain still works it seems.
God Bless Sandy. Have a great summer.
Great stuff, your the first to spot that. I reversed the drone footage because it made a better reveal shot of the foot bridge
That is some quality outdoor time on very nice trail. I really like that E-Bike, I need to lose the 20 pounds I gained and a bike like that one might be just the exercise program I need to get me there. Looking forward to seeing the cross country trip. That sounds like a fun time too.
Hi jim,
The Ebike is a great way to get out in the fresh air and get some exercise, you'd love an ebike I reckon:)
I need a lie down after watching that, fair wore me out, haha. Good luck on the coast to coast run.
Thanks Mike
That brought back memories. The evening MTB rides from Red Planet Bikes in Wood Street in the Old Town (remember them?) usually finished by going down Jacob's Ladder which was a lot more fun than riding up it.
Can't say I remember red planet bikes as I never really did much shopping in the town but I do remember Limex hardware on the corner
@@WiltshireMan Was back in the late naughties when I lived near Marlborough
The bridle path is the best way to travel on any cycle and you see a lot more after that the Himalayan is nice to travel on .
I agree Chris, you see more the slower you go
Excellent video Sandy. I think I'd need more than a coffee when I got home - maybe a pie and a pint at the nearest hostelry! Looking forward to seeing the coast to coast video. Hope the weather is good for you and Dave.
Ah, a pie and a pint always goes down well Steve. Just finishing off the sheath for your Bibby:)
Well done Sandy looking forward to your next adventure 😊
Used to enjoy trailing a motorcycle in Derbyshire there’s some still climbs around here.
Bridal way for sure bro, no brides or trafic. Enjoyed this video too. Safe travels
Thanks Ken, Yes give me the quiet bridle ways any day:)
You are looking fit Sandy. It is great this cycling.
Thanks John, it's important to get some exercise
I believe it is also called "Ladder Lane". It is very steep at the top, with lots of tree roots. I don't think I've every made it from the bottom to the top in one go, despite a number of attempts on a (non E-)bike. I find the descent pretty hairy with the steepness, ruts and tree roots, but my 17 year old loves it. The field before the climb is pretty much impassable if the ground is wet.
This is true on all counts:)
Youre certainly putting that bike through its paces Sandy, may i request you tackle Jabobs Ladder on Chug? 😉 Looking forward to seeing the coast to coast run. Have a great trip.
Haaa no, couldn't take Chug there as it's a bridle way, motor vehicles not permitted
Excuses excuses. 😉
I did guess it wasn’t a byway to be honest.
looking forward to the way of the roses I did it with my grandson a few years ago. very enjoyable
I am very much looking forward to riding this route too :)
In Flanders it’s forbidden to but barbed wire close to a bicycle road or walking path. Nice trip Jack. Take care off the big treeroots.
I think the barbed wire so close to the cycle route is very bad
Good video Sandy, shows that E-Bikes are not as easy as we all think. I think the time will come when I will hang up my gravel bike for an E-Bike!
Nice one Sandy ,looking forward to the cycle trip 👍
Hello Sandy,loving your bike,smart colour 👍
I wandered up there by accident once on my MTB...What a laugh that was , never again....🤣
Haa yes it's quite steep
Recently got me an ebike Sandy but that Cyrusher is certainly more capable than my Venom mate and looks better. Look forward to your coast to coast video.
Atleast you got an ebike and you can now get out for a bimble around and thats all that counts Paul
@@WiltshireMan Yes it is getting me out again Sandy
A rough climb indeed Sandy. I'm new to E-bikes, purchased a class two Rad Rover, which has throttle assist . It is very handy when starting off on hills, and when walking bike over the rough. I'm amazed at how much enjoyment I've gotten from the E-bike. I'm getting over 50 miles per charge, running in the lowest assist. It is nice to be able to dial up added assist levels to bring you back home. I Like'em !
There are great Bob. We are not allowed throttles on ebikes over here in the UK, not sure why?! Yes 50 miles plus is easily achievable on most ebikes these days
Respect to you looks very hard that bike seems to cope with anything you throw at it 👍
Hi Ray, the bike is more capable than the rider:)
A great adventure Sandy 👍👍
Thanks James it's fun to get out on a bike:)
Nice bit of reverse driving on those vehicles on the motorway 😉 5:12 onwards
Reverse drone footage
Martin you are the second person to spot that, well done for observation. I wanted a nice reveal shot of the bridge so I had to reverse the footage
Had to have a lie down after watching that sandy!!!
Love the video the country paths look amazing but that Jacobs ladder takes a bit of navigating to ride with out falling off with those tree roots. E-Bikes or Non E-bike your videos are always a pleasure to watch with the countryside and the information you give as you go along not an easy task while riding. Looking forward to the cycle trip video.
Hi Sandy , good effort sir. It’s a few years since I did that climb, if I remember correctly it gets narrow and steep near the top. Even in the dry, it was feet down for me near the top. You navigate the muddy patch like a racer. The bridle way any time for me. Looking forward to seeing your and Dave’s coast to coast adventure. Good luck.
Thanks Charles, don't try and tackle Jacobs ladder on your recumbent, I guarantee you will not get up or down it, it's quite a challenge even on the ebike. Yes very steep near the top but such a lovely place too
Thanks for watching David, there is a lot of history around Swindon. As for the Jacobs ladder, yes tree roots and steepness make it a challenge
Fab video Sandy - that bike is amazing .I’m taking our electrics to Stalham for a 70 mile explore on Tuesday - but I’ll avoid muddy tracks I think . I used to work in Swindon and stayed in the Marriott hotel a lot as I live in London . I have two Brompton and I’ve been out on them too . I absolutely won’t miss that one you are doing ps I’m growing some crops too - inspired by your good self !
Welldone Rob, I am starting to get some nice results with my garden now :) I know the Marriot hotel up on Pipers way. Should be setting off on the Way of the Roses in a couple of days
The trail appeared to be quite a challenge in spots. I can relate to the difficulties as I have similar type trails in my location.
This was certainly a challenge Lonny, atleast this bike is quite light when compared with a motorcycle :)
Yet another good adventure
Thank you, Wiltshire Man.
I love the trees and countryside in May. What a wonderful place especially the wooded area I love it!
Motorways a necessary evil unfortunately.
I love the Spring in the UK everything is so vibrant and lush at this time of year
I'm into E-bikes Sandy so the more the merrier . Pity Jacobs Ladder is so rutted and tree roots to get in the way , a free run on the E-bike would been a lot better . Yes E-bikes are still a challenge to ride not as easy as most people think , you still have to pedal and put effort in :-)
I'm really enjoying the ebiking I must admit:)
That is a hard climb sandy, even with an Ebike you realy need shorter gears for that. Great ride out though cheers for taking us with you.
Hi Simon, Yes the gearing is a bit tall on this bike, good job it has a lot of torque
One attempt to get up that ladder and never again.. three times came down it though that’s a whole new bit of fun albeit ending up in a bush on my last try 🤦♂️ worth the effort 👍
It's a challenge getting up but can also be a challenge coming down:)
Stunning beauty all around for free - what's not to like?
Thanks Kurt
I really don’t mind what form of transport your on, I still can enjoy your vlogs to see what our up to but I must say the next one sounds great crossing the country on the Bromptons ,take care Nige.
Thanks Nige, just setting off on the next epic adventure:)
I know they aren't legal in the UK but getting up twisting muddy trails -- especially from a dead stop -- is the real utility of an ebike throttle. They save your knees. Some people use them to zip around without pedaling but I don't see the sense in that. Get an electric motorcycle if that's what you want to do. E-bike throttles are best at delivering a short burst of torque when you need to pull out of a rut and get across an intersection quickly or to avoid a car. This is especially true with heavier ebikes like cargo ebikes when they are loaded with groceries and kids.
My thoughts exactly
Nice ride there Sandy. Looked a bit lumpy in places,I have found that the e-bikes power assistance off road is sometimes too much and it causes power surges which are sometimes hard to control. I’m looking forward to the next video with the Brompton adventure. Sounds like a really good one.
Thats quite true Neil, sometimes I will only dial in low assist when the going is tricky
Bloody hell sandy, that was a bit rough. Enjoy the brew. ❤👍😊
Haaha, Yes Marcus, it was a challenging climb it has to be said, it's all the mud and lumpy ground with tree roots that makes it hard:)
Congratulations Sandy, I was rooting for you all the way. Just curious, why doesn’t the town make a proper path since it’s been there for some time. Government,no money I guess would be the excuse. Your determination motivates me, thank you Sandy. Thanks for sharing. Tony.
Bridleways like that are best left in their natural state with perhaps some sympathetic maintenance. There'd be no challenge otherwise. Snowdonia National Park in their wisdom decided to "upgrade" a bridleway from Capel Curig over to Llyn Crafnant in North Wales. They basically turned a beautiful old route over the hills into a surfaced highway.
I agree with you on this John, they should leave them as naturally surfaced as possible
Hi Tony, as John says, the path is better left as it is, it's been this way since time immemorial and offers a nice challenge
@@WiltshireMan apparently the Snowdonia National Park had some extra funds that had to be used before the end of the financial year. You'd cry if you were to see it, tons of aggregate that sticks out like a sore thumb, some stone pitching and drainage were all that was needed. On a positive note, I bumped in to two Belgian mtbers in Gwydyr Forest last week, they were enjoying what Wales has to offer. I've been checking out the black dotted lines on the 1:25000 scale map (old mining trails) great fun away from the madding crowd 🚲
I think the only way I'll be attempting any sort of hills with pedals is either ebike or puch maxi. My last trip solidified that for me
Haaha, well the ebikes do make it a bit easier. I'm away on another adventure now Nobby. Cycling across the country on a parallel ride to the Wainwrights coast to coast. It's called the Way of the Roses. When I get back I'll chuck some dough your way for the charity:)
@@WiltshireMan love you
You’ll have to try jacobs ladder in the Peak District now. Edale near castleton.
Something that is on the wish list Neil
@@WiltshireMan A little advice Sandy if you come on a E mountain bike make sure it has walk assist, it’s a very steep climb lots of loose rocks and boulders.
Having grown up in Hemel Hempstead, home to the Plough Magic Roundabout built in 1973 with its 6 mini roundabouts, I had no idea that the Swindon Magic Roundabout existed, or that it predated the Plough roundabout by a year. Great video and content as always and I think both ebikes and non non ebikes have their place. With ebikes I find that getting in the correct gear early going uphill on loose surfaces is so important to get the best out of the bike. Lastly, would I seen to be nagging if I mentioned gloves again? 😂
Haa I do need to get some cycling gloves Simon, just keep forgetting
Your next challenge Sandy is to do it on the vstrom. 👍
Haa that would be too easy:)
We don't have a big motorway up here Sandy 😉😉
Yes I know, I hate big motorways!
I'm 65 almost half your age, I don't think I can keep up with you.
haha
Jacobs Ladder; more like The Devils Staircase!
It’s bad enough walking up there let alone cycling. Not been up there for sometime. May have to go for a bimble.
You should get up there again Mark, it's a lovely walk
Nothing against "e"bikes, but cost to coast by Brompton sounds brilliant
Certainly gave the bike a good test.
Really looking forward to the Brompton one Sandy. This was a lively little interlude, though. Have you ever rode a Moulton? They look interesting x
Hi Andy, I have heard of the Moulton bike but never rode one, supposed to be a good brand and quite old in it's design. I'm looking forward to riding the Way of the Roses next week on the Brompton:)
Thank you for sharing your adventure! Are motorcycles allowed on Jacobs ladder, Sandy? Cheers!
Hi Dan, No. Jacobs ladder is a bridle way, this means only horses, bikes and foot
BRIDAL WAY 💯💪
I drink all cind of tea!👍👍👍👍
Yes Tea can be made from many plants:)
Hi Sandy. Was that your Mandy behind you at the beginning? Kept a watch behind you to see if she would power past you lol.
Yes that was Mandy, she went to the shops but I carried on. Mandy would not have made it up Jacobs Ladder
Did I see Mandy in the background when you first set off?
Hi John, Yes she was behind me for a bit went a different route to the shops
It's a shame, some of those old houses once overlooked a quiet leafy lane, now that have all that noise and pollution, sadly. Plus that ever present hum of the M4... I think that steep climb is made for down only haha... As I type that, you head on down....!!!! Enjoy the slurpy
Yes Bry I agree absolutely, they call it progress. I am eager to get away from the noise of traffic which these days is almost incessant, it bruises the senses but apart from that what a beautiful time of year this is, everything is so vibrant and green:)
Did i see the mrs in the distance when you started
Yes Daniel, you did, she went a different way, off to the shops:)
Hairy!
Well done! That was a tough challenge, wasn't that Mandy behind you at the beginning?
Yes, that was Mandy, she cycled part of the way then peeled off to go shopping.
I’m trying to figure out where that is. I’d walk it tho 😂
Hi Dave, it's on the southe side of swindon, a bridle path that runs from Pipers way to Byrdrop park, you should be able to find it on Google maps
Did you find the weight of the ebike make it ungainly and difficult to control on the technical bits of the climb?
It's going to turn and react slower than a lighter bike for sure, but then a motorcycle is even heavier and look how well they cope with green lanes etc
Hi 👋 great bike and review. Unfortunately out of my price range and retired. Could you tell me if you still have the trax if so would you consider selling to me many thanks
Best regards Chris
Hi Chris, The bike is Th Cyrusher ranger. It now has around 240 miles on it. Where do you live?
@@WiltshireMan Hi thanks for getting back must have got wires crossed, would be interested if others with the trax don't back to me , as I want the pedal torque assist, I'm in North Yorkshire York what would you be asking for it 🤔🙂
Hi Chris I've not really thought about what it might be worth, don't know! New they are £2700. It's a nice bike, I'll probably regret selling it if it went. @@user-nc6jy4ic1c
Sandy, i find it odd you don't ware cycle gloves, i ware padded fingerless gloves every time i cycle, feel lost without them 🚴♂️
I should try a pair, but uptil now I have never worn gloves apart from in cold weather
@Wiltshire Man I get sore hands if I don't wear them. BTW I'm from Trowbridge, and I'm 60 this year as well. I ride an interceptor, I will introduce myself if I see you at a 🏍 meeting. 😎
Sandy what do you think to the e bike then ? Will it last ?
I think it will last quite well, sofar no problem and around 250 miles on the clock. The Bafang motors are known for reliability and longevity
My nan did this on her mobility chair
Haahaa Nice one:)
I’m sorry Sandy but this is a bad video for you I I can’t see any less damage by any other motorised vehicle electric or petroleum than what you’re doing.? Will
Not sure I understand your comment Will. I'm not out to prove a point, just enjoying riding my Ebike along a tricky steep route
Hi Sandy,
I’ve used my E-bike quite a lot and been stopped a few times of using my E-bike on bridal ways and footpaths and been told motorised vehicle’s are not allowed on all on bridal-ways.
Cheers Will
@@willhas8416 From what I understand Will after a little bit of research you can ride an ebike on a bridle path as long as the ebike conforms to UK regulations and has a max speed of 15.5mph. A derestricted ebike is classed as a motor vehicle