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- Опубліковано 2 жов 2024
- This is an updated look at what and how I packed on our Leeds Liverpool canal ride.
As always this is what works for me , so might not work for you. I have tried the other ways either panniers or ultralight but this seems to work best for me.
My kit is always evolving to find the right balance of what works for me.
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** Tent shown in this video is not the one I used, the Vango Neon UL1 was the one I took on the trip . The Big Agnes is recent addition to my kit **
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Thats a great setup Dave, plenty of storage. I am hoping to trim down my bikepacking setup this year and one thing I can do to improve is get rid of my bulky sleeping bag, I've looked at the Pipedream 200 hoping that it will suffice for Spring ,Summer and Autumn use. I guess when you combine it with extra layers then it will do well.
I shall be using Bivi bag or Lanshan 1 on my bikepacking throughout the Summer:)
Thanks Sandy , yeah I was overpacking using the panniers , this way means I carry just what I need . i had the pipedream 200 out in temps to 5c on Thursday night I had my softie pants and puffy jacket on and it was just coping. I think if I was in a bivi that would give another layer of warmth but I was in a tent 🤷♂️ minimalist without being totally naked is the way forward ⛺️🚲👍
Nice setup. That Altura handlebar roll top bag is exactly what I'm looking for. Do you have any dimensions? Can't to seem to find any on the internet, some says 65cm wide but that sounds just too much.
No that’s wrong it’s about 35/40cm wide - here’s the link to the altura site - www.altura.co.uk/products/altura-vortex-11l-waterproof-handlebar-bag
Hey Dave - what fenders have you got on your bike? The length looks perfect for touring. I haven’t been able to find anything that length. Thanks!
Hi they are just off cuts of full size mudguards, and cut down to a more acceptable size. Atb Dave 🚲👍
Your clothes also look suitable for the outdoors. Can you share the name of your backpack in this video?
Thanks , it’s the altura thunderstorm rucksack , I shopped around and got it much cheaper - www.altura.co.uk/products/altura-thunderstorm-city-waterproof-cycling-backpack-30l
Atb Dave 🚲👍
Hi, any idea what the additional weight is to the bike? like you I have run out of room for food!
Not off my head , but next time I pack the bags up I will weigh them and let you know atb Dave
Do you remember where you got that pouch you keep your food / coffee in? Looks perfect
It’s from treadlite gear , really strong and holds a bit of gear ,mines the weekender - its a slighty different colour since I got mine a few year back - www.treadlitegear.co.uk/black-cuben-fiber-zipped-food-packing-cell---choose-size-827-p.asp
@@davesolobiker5601 Fantastic thanks. I thought it looked like some quality DCF too. Will assess sizing and get one!
Edit - What a great shop!!! Ended up buying a few things! This could get expensive thanks!!
Thanks for reminding people that this set up will not work for every rider. I use panniers they are much easier that the children I used to have in a bike seat they don’t fidget. I’m a chronic over packer so need videos like this to learn what is really neeeded.
Thanks , yeah I’m not going to preach what is the right or wrong way to pack, but panniers still have a place. If it works for you that’s great. But I always overfilled them 😂 atb Dave
For me i pack like this each bag is same category.. ie front bag complete sleep system every thing i need including base camp clothes … meaning only unpack one bag for sleep system … rear bag is just for food and cook sets 20 litres hold a lot of food 10 days .. frame bag is just for tools and water i hold 4 litres … front forts clothes …. Under frame for fuel stem bags for camera gear and drone but i have 4 stem bag other 2 for clothes while riding ie arm warmer high viz jacket etc easy accces
Sounds like you have it nicely organised into what and when you require it . I try to keep my filming gear to a minimum ie use GoPro and iPhone rather than my compact or dslr 📷 which are far bulkier and heavier 👍
@@davesolobiker5601 yeah i switched from 2 canon g7x lll to 2 action dji camera 4
Cool setup i think everyone has same problem at the start after getting all the gear on the bike no space for food
Yes I quickly learned that but hopefully rectified for the next trip 👍
Thanks for sharing this Dave, great waterproof bags and having those particular one's must be a help if travelling part of a journey on a train and taking up less room. I think travelling light really is the name of the game in bikepacking 👈👏👋
Thanks for watching , yes this set up has improved getting to/from start points by train. It’s not uber light but works for me atb Dave ⛺️🚲👍
Good set up Dave, I do like that Altura front loader, appears nicely proportioned, stable and practical for lifting items from the top. Yes good to highlight combining rail travel and cycling, since this significantly expands the range of possibilities and at least in my opinion, always good to leave the car at home whenever possible. Also the practicalities when traveling by rail with a bike concerning baggage configuration.
Thanks , yeah if on a trip I do like the fact I can get to start points by train or directly from home where possible. I am really pleased with the front bag , surprising how much gear I can get in it. tfw atb Dave ⛺️🚲👍
@@davesolobiker5601 Also interesting to know that Alpkit will make a custom fit frame bag. I participate in some of their organised gravel bike rides i.e. Keswick or more local at Gateshead Metro Centro.
looks like you've got the setup sussed dave😊 & the weight evenly distributed.nice when you can carry a few extra items without having to count the grams to much👍🚴
That's the plan Geordie , just making life easier for me and what I carry 👍
Nice one Dave I switched to using a rucksack instead of panniers as well it’s much handier as you say ,nice set up ATB Mick
Yeah it’s a great setup especially for hopping on and off trains 👍 atb Dave
Tight and balanced setup!
Thanks ⛺️🚲👍