The mosquitos can be really intense when camping near water during summer. Sometimes a slight breeze is enough to blow them Out of the sky as they are not the best aviators of the insect world. Thanks for watching 👍🏻
Interesting that your dog loves to ride along. TENT SUGGESTION: Tarptent makes all their double wall tents so the inner tent can always remain attached to the inside of the rain fly. This keeps it dry when setting up or taking it down in the rain or wet snow a few some other tent makers do this as well. I have had 5 Tarptents over the years and they were all very high quality and have Henry Shires excellent design features. TARP TIP: on the support parador about 1 foot from the upper end of the tarp tie a short (6") cord so it hangs down. Rainwill drip down off it instead of running odwn under your tarp and on you.
I am over 60 years old is December I have an e-bike and this is my first year summer camping I'm using a trailer that I made myself I'd like to do this full-time like boondocking but my husband says it can't be done think 🤔
Excellent E Bike camping video! I took the plunge and bought an E bike for camping recently, just waiting for some actual Spring time weather to take my first trip here in New York State.
Thanks for watching, Be sure to check out my 'Ebike Wild Camping Gear List' video If you haven't already for some tips for your upcoming camping season. Stay safe out there!
I agree that would be an ideal solution and already something I'm looking in to for the next big ride. I do own some goggles made specifically for dogs for this purpose but he needs some more time to get comfortable wearing them
You are right, it was definitely a worry for me when I watched the footage back. I did an experiment to see where a lot of the spray was going and fortunately it seemed to hit the underside of the trailer. I've since adjusted the mudguard on my back wheel.
I’ve seen it where they put a basket or some type of crate on the back behind the seat for the dog to sit in and you could put all your gear on the trailer. You’d both be more comfortable and still get there fine. Also if your going to leash them to the trailer or wherever on the bike, you should do a harness instead of on the neck. Just a thought.
If you go for a trailer like mine the biggest challenge is to get over that nervous stage of looking back to check on your dog. Ideally when towing your best friend you want both eyes focused on the road/trail ahead. It's the reason why I didn't fit a mirror on my bike. Keep me informed because I'd love to hear how you get on with it! Thanks for watching
Mosquitos are a scourge the world over! Especially here in AUS as they can debilitate you for years to come! You get pale ale and your dog gets water....Who'd a thunk it!
What did you lock your bike to? I don't know how accessible your location is, but couldn't someone just pick it up and put it in their vehicle? I love how chill the dog is in the trailer.
Ebkeing with a dog 🐕 and Camping ive got ebikes ive got a dog and ive got campaign gear this summer im gonna put them altogether and emulate what you have done good job ✌🏻
Looks fun, only thing I would suggest is try and get a front rack to get all that weight off the back tire. You’re asking a lot for that wheel. Will make the bike handle better to spreading the weight across the frame.
I really enjoyed the video. I’m currently researching ebikes for this purpose and you just happened to be riding the bike that is at the top of my list! I’m curious to know how the trailer handles on tighter trails and off-road conditions. There wasn’t enough film of those conditions to get a good enough idea. I’ll thumb through your channel for more great content. Thanks!
After watching the rest of your videos today, that pretty much answered my question lol. Looks like it performs incredibly well even in thick brush. I’d still like to hear your first hand opinion though! Thanks.
Thanks for the message! The trailer is a Burley Flatbed and I've owned it for a year and a half now. It's done 500km with me on and off road, solidly built and I would buy it again in a heartbeat. I've also used the trailer for towing goods and even tested the 45kg (100lb) maximum load and found no issues. I don't find the trailer design too wide either and find it easy to manouve through dense woodland trails. It does like to bounce around a bit on the rough stuff when you're towing light but that doesn't bother me much at all. No rattling noise, no noticeable rolling resistance and it takes only a few seconds to hook up/unhook. There is also a fat tyre conversation kit available that makes towing on snow sand or gravel a lot easier, but I can't vouch for that personally but it's something I'm eager to try. Two thumbs up for me
Hi there, subscriber 18 here. So glad I found your video. I was trying to work out the location. Based on your accent I was thinking north west England, but based on views I'm guessing not the Manchester Ship Canal!
Hi Michael 👋 Don't let my accent deceive you, I'm based in mainland Europe. Thanks for subscribing to my channel and stay tuned for another upload soon!
If your going to have the dog behind you like that, I’d think about a lil flap attached to the fender in order to protect the dog from rocks and spitting up water constantly spraying him the dogs face. But nice set up.
Great video thanks, i bought myself a e-bike 8months ago and now really appreciate it’s versatility. Now looking into more ways to ride it. Would love to do sections of the European Divide Trail. Thanks again Cliffe.
Welcome to the world of E-Biking! I haven't yet done anything as ambitious as the EDT but I'm hoping to do so in the near future. I'm still modifying the bike and upgrading stock components to better suit a bike packing experience but the trails along the EDT would be something I'd love to experience, especially on the northern section of the trail. Thanks for watching
I'm sorry to hear about your Cruiser being stolen. I've had only one bike stolen in my life and remember vividly that sick feeling in my stomach seeing my broken chain on the ground where my bike was secured. The experience alone taught me the importance of bicycle security and how vulnerable to failure any kind of lock on the market can be to a sophisticated thief. I invested heavily on three different locks and never leave my E-Bike out of eyeshot after my experience. I lost a lot of nonchalance having a bike stolen but gained a lot of knowledge and insight on bike theft and opportunist bicycle thieves as compensation.
Man your dog is so cool, I'd love to take my Beatrice with me. Thinking of cycling from Cork city to Killarney national park soon. I can't wait. It's a good 100km journey with about 30kg of stuff in my bike trailer. It's an ebike of course as my knee is f'd up. Mols Gap is absolutely stunning.
Had to Google Killarney National Park and Moll's gap after reading this, that's going on my bike packing bucket list, stunning scenery! That's quite a journey and I expect the weather will be just as unpredictable as I had on my bike tour.
@@TheNorthOutdoorsUK it's actually humbling to be there, and because it's Ireland you're never actually in any real danger unless you do something stupid or come across a stag in mating season. I've never actually done winter camping, it's a next step up for me, I've started my preparations tonight actually, just noting really where things are. I'll have a tent and my supplies just incase but I wanted to build a little camp from tarp and paracord, I've my fire tin ready and my knife sharp, but it's a bit of a microclimate down there and it could be monsoon level rains so I'll be prepared for all weather. It's Ireland so I'm pretty much ready for rain 90% of the time anyway. But I'll be bringing some dry logs with me just incase. It's more for the scenery this time, I'll bring less stuff when I'm more experienced, no point suffering when I don't need to.
Just come across your channel brilliant content really enjoyed it. What a great bike. Stunning location for a camp out and the ride down that really quiet path fantastic. I have subscribed and looking forward to watching more of your adventures. I just had one concern about the dog getting some dirt or gravel thrown up in his eyes from the tyre maybe you could do with a full mud guard just a thought. This was one of the best solo camps adventures I have seen in a while this is what life is all about getting out and about. Keep up the great work.
Hi David, Thanks for expressing concern regarding the gravel/dirt hazzard. It is something I'm aware of, has been on my mind for some time and have been keeping an eye on during the last couple of rides. I did a polystyrene shield test a few months ago at 25mph on gravel and wet terrain to see where the spray is going and results showed the average target point to be just under the horizontal trailer frame. Despite the knowledge gained it still didn't fill me with confidence. One solution I thought of was to attach a plexiglass motorcycle windshield to the trailer frame but I think a more elegant solution would be your suggestion which is a full mud guard or to extend the existing ones in some way or other. Glad you're enjoying the content, I'm out filming again on the weekend so the next video should be uploaded on Sunday Evening.
I don't get why people would worry about the 'exercise' thing with ebikes. I work out regularly but when I'm cycling it's a form of transport to get about and for recreation.
First aid kit, Bicycle repair/tools/pump, water, reserve clothing, it's the essentials that make up the bulk. It's an interesting comment and I'll probably make a video breaking down my go-to E-bike Camping gear sometime soon.
Thanks for writing, unfortunately I don't give any of my locations away so I can still enjoy doing what I do and to revisit these places in the future. I can however tell you that my travels all take place in central/eastern Europe. Thanks for watching 🤙🏼
@@TheNorthOutdoorsUK yes I understand and respect that. I will do the same if I were you mate. Just want to know if its here in UK. Because I thought for a second it is. Lovely place
My dog was fine during the trip, a lot of the spray hits the underside of the trailer due to the height and my rear mudguards catch the rest. Saying that though, I would prefer to extend my rear mudguard for future rides just to be absolutely certain my dog is safe. Thanks for watching!
As he was seting up that tarp i was thinking sleeping under the stars isent fun because of bugs but he ;ad tent i learned that only time you can camp with not tent is winter
Very nice video and it looks like you and your dog had a good time. I'm surprised that your battery only lasts 50 km. I just converted my high performance touring bike with an electric wheel. I've taken it on two rides. One ride was 48 km and the other was 65 km. In the first case, I mostly used the assist for large, steep hills and I only used about 15% of the battery. In the second case, I did the same on the first half, but then used the assist to keep my average speed to 32 km/hr all the way home. This time it used about 25% of the battery. I have a 48V, 500W motor and a 17.5 AH battery. I only had one pannier with some tools and repair supplies in it, so that would explain part of it. I assume you have a smaller battery. I'm hoping the extra weight doesn't make that much difference. I don't want to carry two batteries touring.
There are so many factors that affect the range of an E-Bike, hardware, depleted cycle count, riding style, payload, environment.. My bike manufacturer claims a maximum potential range of 96km with the 48V 17.5Ah batteries on pedal-assist mode. To haul the weight of the trailer, an adult dog, camping gear and 4 litres of water over 50km with no time in between for the battery and motor to cool down is impressive. Also worth noting is that my bike has an unladen weight of 32kg, not the lightest of frames but can withstand a lot of punishment and a payload capacity of 160kg. Since this trip I have upgraded to a 52 tooth front sprocket which has eliminated a lot of the ghost pedalling I encountered over 25kph and really helps the motor out. As for the second battery, I agree it is a bulky luxury for most but I rarely ride light and it is always good to rely on for those longer journeys. Thanks for watching!
Nice and inspiring video, and a happy dog :-) Subscribed. I've just started bike touring with a conventional bike but I'm contemplating buying an e-bike. How do you recharge the battery on a camping tour like that? Can the weight of such a bike be a problem in some situations?
Thanks for the sub! 👍🏻 If you're planning to tow a lot of weight like I do then torque is an important factor for E-bike touring. My bike has a 750w motor with 80nm of torque and performs very well on long distances and hills. As for the battery Dilemma, I extended my range by buying an identical backup battery. This would give me a potential unladen range of 160km. If I wanted to venture any further I would look in to booking a hotel/hostel for mains charging to continue for an extra 160km or the return journey. A full charge for one E-bike battery would take around 8 hours, so an overnighter in a hotel or dedicated camping ground with mains supply makes the most sense. I entertained the idea of solar charging my batteries with a portable panel and controller but this would be impractical, costly, added weight and the charging times would be rediculously long. Once you are familiar with an E-bike you learn it's potential range and can estimate how to get the most out of a bike tour. My method so far works best for me and I really don't mind the added weight whatsoever. As for the weight of the bike: If it's heavy, it's probably likely to perform well carrying a lot of gear. My frame has a payload capacity of 160 kilos which makes it a suitable and comfortable touring bike. The weight affects performance only slightly but the motor is there to assist me on the tougher climbs. Thanks for watching
@@TheNorthOutdoorsUK, I have a 600W OUPES solar generator and 120 watt solar panels. Their combined weight is 12 kilos. My 500W Ebike uses a 2 amp charger and takes about 5 hours to refill its 48V 10 amp battery. I have a cheap Chinese bike trailer. I also plan to cook with solar energy. ⚡🍲😋 I just got my bike trailer, attached it to my EBike today, and so now I can go camping and have fun. My first time will be 30 miles, but I can drive it in 2 hours and recharge while parked or might do it while driving. 😁
How do you charge your battery when camping or do you take a spare battery with you i love how your dog just stays on his trailer i have a trailer for my girl and ive got a seat that goes behind my seat which she prefers as think she likes being close to me i also have a e bike and thinknits great never done the camping tho
Hello thanks for watching! I bought an identical battery for my bike for the longer trips (+50km) and are easy to swap out. In the video I explain how I keep the spare battery protected during the ride. Great to hear that you're riding with your dog too, wouldn't want my four legged friend to miss out on all the fun. 😁
Can you be more specific? He's wearing a waterproof jacket and sleeps with me in a tent. Also he's a Labrador retriever so it not unfamiliar for him to get wet once in a while.
Yes still watching vid. Was going to correct myself shortly but was enjoying video. Camped for yrs and got and built an ebike and 'am getting into this sort of thing. I just spoke too soon, sorry. Still u could build him a wee tent thing on the trailer. A clear one so as he can still see thru. Anyhoo sorry again and I like ur vids man. Keep it up. Could you do a vid or maybe you have on the setup. All u need and how to pack it practically plz.🤘😇
I was neither scared nor paranoid, but I think what you're picking up on is my inexperience in front of the camera this being my first video. I have been wild camping for years and It's a hobby I continue to enjoy to this day
Thanks for commenting! There are a few reasons why I didn't go for a child trailer and I'll try to explain them as best I can. Firstly, Child trailers are specifically designed for children's safety in mind and usually have a seat or are shaped for upright position riding. I assume my dog feels more safer, confident and comfortable riding in a lying down position for 3 reasons: 1: lower centre of gravity (stability) 2: larger surface area (grip) 3: relaxed position (comfort) My Burley flatbed trailer offers all three of these options and since my dog never really took to crate training, I believe he feels more comfortable with the open design. I want him to feel like he has the opportunity to exit the trailer should he feel the need. My dog is secured with a custom leash attatched from the rear of the trailer frame to prevent him sliding forward during braking or in the event of a fall. This is by no means safe and an accident with any type of trailer would be unsafe to some degree, however I feel I have the right balance of functionality and safety to suit both our needs. As for stowage, I get all my camping gear and more safely loaded in my panniers and dry bags so I don't feel the need for more space for this purpose. On the whole, it's all about the trust I have in my dog to stay in the trailer and his trust in me to ride responsibly. The trust I have in the Burley brand to withstand long distances without coming apart which they do excellently in my experience. And lastly, it's my personal preferred way to travel; the right way for me but won't be for everybody. It's just the way we like to roll 🤙🏼
Why buy a golden spoon when a stainless steel one does the same job for a lot less money? Quite simply, I like the bike and cheap bikes are easy to replace/maintain. I'm in to my second year of heavy use and hard riding on all terrains and the bike still delivers on performance and value for money, I'd buy another in a heartbeat.
I am over 60 years old is December I have an e-bike and this is my first year summer camping I'm using a trailer that I made myself I'd like to do this full-time like boondocking but my husband says it can't be done think 🤔
The bike should have a extra long mudguard to prevent it from coming in contact with that beautiful pooch
You have a nice easy to watch and listen to style and also you have a lovely dog, great video, well done...I’ve just liked and subscribed
Burley trailers are second to none. I have the Burley CoHo XC, and it's the best touring trailer I have ever owned.
I love how doggo knows the drill :) I want to do something similar, when I'll have my dog, and train them to come on rides :)
We love in the evening as well even the wind and mosquitos die down! 🙌🏻 Pretty area!
The mosquitos can be really intense when camping near water during summer.
Sometimes a slight breeze is enough to blow them Out of the sky as they are not the best aviators of the insect world.
Thanks for watching 👍🏻
Interesting that your dog loves to ride along. TENT SUGGESTION: Tarptent makes all their double wall tents so the inner tent can always remain attached to the inside of the rain fly. This keeps it dry when setting up or taking it down in the rain or wet snow a few some other tent makers do this as well. I have had 5 Tarptents over the years and they were all very high quality and have Henry Shires excellent design features.
TARP TIP: on the support parador about 1 foot from the upper end of the tarp tie a short (6") cord so it hangs down. Rainwill drip down off it instead of running odwn under your tarp and on you.
Hi I’m enjoying this so much. Great presentation all up. Warwick (Australia)
This makes me excited for Ebike bikebacking! dope video man!
I am over 60 years old is December I have an e-bike and this is my first year summer camping I'm using a trailer that I made myself I'd like to do this full-time like boondocking but my husband says it can't be done think 🤔
Desde VENEZUELA, te sigo, me gustan tus videos y tu bici, esta hermosa.
Muchas gracias 👍🏻😊
Excellent E Bike camping video! I took the plunge and bought an E bike for camping recently, just waiting for some actual Spring time weather to take my first trip here in New York State.
Thanks for watching,
Be sure to check out my 'Ebike Wild Camping Gear List' video If you haven't already for some tips for your upcoming camping season.
Stay safe out there!
I would just put longer mudguard extension on the back wheel to protect the dog eyes from any stones, dirt and water. Other than this great.
I agree that would be an ideal solution and already something I'm looking in to for the next big ride.
I do own some goggles made specifically for dogs for this purpose but he needs some more time to get comfortable wearing them
@@TheNorthOutdoorsUK Would a waterproof shield across the front of the trailer work?
I enjoyed the video, nice content! Very calming. Just subbed!
I'm subscriber #10... Nice video I like the fact you bring your dog along. My little girl thinks he's cute.
Hey there #10, glad you like the video. Plenty of camping adventure videos with the dog to come so stay tuned. Thanks for subscribing!
Bless him, he must get all that rain off the back tyre in his face,, poor dog😭😭💚❤️
You are right, it was definitely a worry for me when I watched the footage back.
I did an experiment to see where a lot of the spray was going and fortunately it seemed to hit the underside of the trailer.
I've since adjusted the mudguard on my back wheel.
I got my fat ebike , Burley flatbed and now
all I need is a dog 🐕 .
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I’ve seen it where they put a basket or some type of crate on the back behind the seat for the dog to sit in and you could put all your gear on the trailer. You’d both be more comfortable and still get there fine. Also if your going to leash them to the trailer or wherever on the bike, you should do a harness instead of on the neck. Just a thought.
I have almost the same setup. Black Lab too! I just need to train him to ride in the back.
If you go for a trailer like mine the biggest challenge is to get over that nervous stage of looking back to check on your dog. Ideally when towing your best friend you want both eyes focused on the road/trail ahead. It's the reason why I didn't fit a mirror on my bike.
Keep me informed because I'd love to hear how you get on with it!
Thanks for watching
This video was a great watch
Thanks for the positive comment!
Be sure to check out my other E-Bike wild camping videos on the channel
Thanks for watching 🤙🏼
Mosquitos are a scourge the world over! Especially here in AUS as they can debilitate you for years to come!
You get pale ale and your dog gets water....Who'd a thunk it!
freedom is happiness
Ty😊😊😊😊😊
This is what I like. Regards
What did you lock your bike to? I don't know how accessible your location is, but couldn't someone just pick it up and put it in their vehicle?
I love how chill the dog is in the trailer.
Ebkeing with a dog 🐕 and Camping ive got ebikes ive got a dog and ive got campaign gear this summer im gonna put them altogether and emulate what you have done good job ✌🏻
Good video mate，all the best :-)
Looks fun, only thing I would suggest is try and get a front rack to get all that weight off the back tire. You’re asking a lot for that wheel. Will make the bike handle better to spreading the weight across the frame.
Got one eventually, thanks for watching!
Excellent adventure !!! Thank you !!!
I really enjoyed the video. I’m currently researching ebikes for this purpose and you just happened to be riding the bike that is at the top of my list! I’m curious to know how the trailer handles on tighter trails and off-road conditions. There wasn’t enough film of those conditions to get a good enough idea. I’ll thumb through your channel for more great content. Thanks!
After watching the rest of your videos today, that pretty much answered my question lol. Looks like it performs incredibly well even in thick brush. I’d still like to hear your first hand opinion though! Thanks.
Thanks for the message!
The trailer is a Burley Flatbed and I've owned it for a year and a half now.
It's done 500km with me on and off road, solidly built and I would buy it again in a heartbeat.
I've also used the trailer for towing goods and even tested the 45kg (100lb) maximum load and found no issues.
I don't find the trailer design too wide either and find it easy to manouve through dense woodland trails. It does like to bounce around a bit on the rough stuff when you're towing light but that doesn't bother me much at all.
No rattling noise, no noticeable rolling resistance and it takes only a few seconds to hook up/unhook.
There is also a fat tyre conversation kit available that makes towing on snow sand or gravel a lot easier, but I can't vouch for that personally but it's something I'm eager to try.
Two thumbs up for me
Hi there, subscriber 18 here. So glad I found your video. I was trying to work out the location. Based on your accent I was thinking north west England, but based on views I'm guessing not the Manchester Ship Canal!
Hi Michael 👋
Don't let my accent deceive you, I'm based in mainland Europe.
Thanks for subscribing to my channel and stay tuned for another upload soon!
If your going to have the dog behind you like that, I’d think about a lil flap attached to the fender in order to protect the dog from rocks and spitting up water constantly spraying him the dogs face. But nice set up.
Loved it! Thanks
Great video thanks, i bought myself a e-bike 8months ago and now really appreciate it’s versatility.
Now looking into more ways to ride it. Would love to do sections of the European Divide Trail.
Thanks again Cliffe.
Welcome to the world of E-Biking!
I haven't yet done anything as ambitious as the EDT but I'm hoping to do so in the near future.
I'm still modifying the bike and upgrading stock components to better suit a bike packing experience but the trails along the EDT would be something I'd love to experience, especially on the northern section of the trail.
Thanks for watching
smart dog
Here's a amazing guy has sone tips for living cheap why.
Oh I missed my Himiway Cruiser which had been stolen 3 months ago...We used to be going camping with it in summer. The thief had stolen our happines.
I'm sorry to hear about your Cruiser being stolen. I've had only one bike stolen in my life and remember vividly that sick feeling in my stomach seeing my broken chain on the ground where my bike was secured.
The experience alone taught me the importance of bicycle security and how vulnerable to failure any kind of lock on the market can be to a sophisticated thief.
I invested heavily on three different locks and never leave my E-Bike out of eyeshot after my experience.
I lost a lot of nonchalance having a bike stolen but gained a lot of knowledge and insight on bike theft and opportunist bicycle thieves as compensation.
Man your dog is so cool, I'd love to take my Beatrice with me. Thinking of cycling from Cork city to Killarney national park soon. I can't wait. It's a good 100km journey with about 30kg of stuff in my bike trailer. It's an ebike of course as my knee is f'd up. Mols Gap is absolutely stunning.
Had to Google Killarney National Park and Moll's gap after reading this, that's going on my bike packing bucket list, stunning scenery! That's quite a journey and I expect the weather will be just as unpredictable as I had on my bike tour.
@@TheNorthOutdoorsUK it's actually humbling to be there, and because it's Ireland you're never actually in any real danger unless you do something stupid or come across a stag in mating season. I've never actually done winter camping, it's a next step up for me, I've started my preparations tonight actually, just noting really where things are. I'll have a tent and my supplies just incase but I wanted to build a little camp from tarp and paracord, I've my fire tin ready and my knife sharp, but it's a bit of a microclimate down there and it could be monsoon level rains so I'll be prepared for all weather. It's Ireland so I'm pretty much ready for rain 90% of the time anyway. But I'll be bringing some dry logs with me just incase. It's more for the scenery this time, I'll bring less stuff when I'm more experienced, no point suffering when I don't need to.
Just come across your channel brilliant content really enjoyed it. What a great bike. Stunning location for a camp out and the ride down that really quiet path fantastic. I have subscribed and looking forward to watching more of your adventures. I just had one concern about the dog getting some dirt or gravel thrown up in his eyes from the tyre maybe you could do with a full mud guard just a thought. This was one of the best solo camps adventures I have seen in a while this is what life is all about getting out and about. Keep up the great work.
Hi David,
Thanks for expressing concern regarding the gravel/dirt hazzard. It is something I'm aware of, has been on my mind for some time and have been keeping an eye on during the last couple of rides.
I did a polystyrene shield test a few months ago at 25mph on gravel and wet terrain to see where the spray is going and results showed the average target point to be just under the horizontal trailer frame. Despite the knowledge gained it still didn't fill me with confidence.
One solution I thought of was to attach a plexiglass motorcycle windshield to the trailer frame but I think a more elegant solution would be your suggestion which is a full mud guard or to extend the existing ones in some way or other.
Glad you're enjoying the content, I'm out filming again on the weekend so the next video should be uploaded on Sunday Evening.
@@TheNorthOutdoorsUK Thanks for the reply the videos are really good I'm looking forward to seeing more in the future, stay safe.
I don't get why people would worry about the 'exercise' thing with ebikes. I work out regularly but when I'm cycling it's a form of transport to get about and for recreation.
A well designed ebike, like one with a bosch motor, will get you just as much exercise as an acoustic bike if you want it to.
Cooking, sleeping and dog food. Can't imagine anything else needed beyond the backpack.
First aid kit, Bicycle repair/tools/pump, water, reserve clothing, it's the essentials that make up the bulk.
It's an interesting comment and I'll probably make a video breaking down my go-to E-bike Camping gear sometime soon.
The dog is goodboy.
Nice video mate. Love the place and your dog. Which place is this one if I may ask. Is this here in uk?
Thanks for writing, unfortunately I don't give any of my locations away so I can still enjoy doing what I do and to revisit these places in the future.
I can however tell you that my travels all take place in central/eastern Europe.
Thanks for watching 🤙🏼
@@TheNorthOutdoorsUK yes I understand and respect that. I will do the same if I were you mate. Just want to know if its here in UK. Because I thought for a second it is. Lovely place
Dirts and water from the rear tyre didn't go to the dog when riding in the rain? Nice video though.
My dog was fine during the trip, a lot of the spray hits the underside of the trailer due to the height and my rear mudguards catch the rest.
Saying that though, I would prefer to extend my rear mudguard for future rides just to be absolutely certain my dog is safe.
Thanks for watching!
@@TheNorthOutdoorsUK I see. Well he looks so comfy on that trailer.
As he was seting up that tarp i was thinking sleeping under the stars isent fun because of bugs but he ;ad tent i learned that only time you can camp with not tent is winter
Very nice video and it looks like you and your dog had a good time. I'm surprised that your battery only lasts 50 km. I just converted my high performance touring bike with an electric wheel. I've taken it on two rides. One ride was 48 km and the other was 65 km. In the first case, I mostly used the assist for large, steep hills and I only used about 15% of the battery. In the second case, I did the same on the first half, but then used the assist to keep my average speed to 32 km/hr all the way home. This time it used about 25% of the battery. I have a 48V, 500W motor and a 17.5 AH battery. I only had one pannier with some tools and repair supplies in it, so that would explain part of it. I assume you have a smaller battery. I'm hoping the extra weight doesn't make that much difference. I don't want to carry two batteries touring.
There are so many factors that affect the range of an E-Bike, hardware, depleted cycle count, riding style, payload, environment..
My bike manufacturer claims a maximum potential range of 96km with the 48V 17.5Ah batteries on pedal-assist mode.
To haul the weight of the trailer, an adult dog, camping gear and 4 litres of water over 50km with no time in between for the battery and motor to cool down is impressive.
Also worth noting is that my bike has an unladen weight of 32kg, not the lightest of frames but can withstand a lot of punishment and a payload capacity of 160kg.
Since this trip I have upgraded to a 52 tooth front sprocket which has eliminated a lot of the ghost pedalling I encountered over 25kph and really helps the motor out.
As for the second battery, I agree it is a bulky luxury for most but I rarely ride light and it is always good to rely on for those longer journeys.
Thanks for watching!
Nice and inspiring video, and a happy dog :-) Subscribed. I've just started bike touring with a conventional bike but I'm contemplating buying an e-bike. How do you recharge the battery on a camping tour like that? Can the weight of such a bike be a problem in some situations?
Thanks for the sub! 👍🏻 If you're planning to tow a lot of weight like I do then torque is an important factor for E-bike touring. My bike has a 750w motor with 80nm of torque and performs very well on long distances and hills.
As for the battery Dilemma, I extended my range by buying an identical backup battery. This would give me a potential unladen range of 160km.
If I wanted to venture any further I would look in to booking a hotel/hostel for mains charging to continue for an extra 160km or the return journey.
A full charge for one E-bike battery would take around 8 hours, so an overnighter in a hotel or dedicated camping ground with mains supply makes the most sense.
I entertained the idea of solar charging my batteries with a portable panel and controller but this would be impractical, costly, added weight and the charging times would be rediculously long.
Once you are familiar with an E-bike you learn it's potential range and can estimate how to get the most out of a bike tour.
My method so far works best for me and I really don't mind the added weight whatsoever.
As for the weight of the bike: If it's heavy, it's probably likely to perform well carrying a lot of gear. My frame has a payload capacity of 160 kilos which makes it a suitable and comfortable touring bike.
The weight affects performance only slightly but the motor is there to assist me on the tougher climbs.
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@@TheNorthOutdoorsUK Thank you for the detailed reply.
I plan my route to include a mcdo or similar and spend a couple hours in there en route top up the battery and snacking
@@TheNorthOutdoorsUK, I have a 600W OUPES solar generator and 120 watt solar panels. Their combined weight is 12 kilos. My 500W Ebike uses a 2 amp charger and takes about 5 hours to refill its 48V 10 amp battery. I have a cheap Chinese bike trailer. I also plan to cook with solar energy. ⚡🍲😋
I just got my bike trailer, attached it to my EBike today, and so now I can go camping and have fun. My first time will be 30 miles, but I can drive it in 2 hours and recharge while parked or might do it while driving. 😁
How do you charge the battery. 👍
How do you charge your battery when camping or do you take a spare battery with you i love how your dog just stays on his trailer i have a trailer for my girl and ive got a seat that goes behind my seat which she prefers as think she likes being close to me i also have a e bike and thinknits great never done the camping tho
Hello thanks for watching!
I bought an identical battery for my bike for the longer trips (+50km) and are easy to swap out.
In the video I explain how I keep the spare battery protected during the ride.
Great to hear that you're riding with your dog too, wouldn't want my four legged friend to miss out on all the fun. 😁
Im wearing my butter my toast jacket!
Is that a mistranslation in the Subtitles or a cultural reference? I'm out of the loop somehow on that comment😂
NICE
How do charge your battery In the woods
Wot avoot the Dug, if he's not moving avout then you should keep him dry too. ( DIY tarp). Not digging just saying.
Can you be more specific? He's wearing a waterproof jacket and sleeps with me in a tent. Also he's a Labrador retriever so it not unfamiliar for him to get wet once in a while.
Yes still watching vid. Was going to correct myself shortly but was enjoying video. Camped for yrs and got and built an ebike and 'am getting into this sort of thing. I just spoke too soon, sorry. Still u could build him a wee tent thing on the trailer. A clear one so as he can still see thru. Anyhoo sorry again and I like ur vids man. Keep it up. Could you do a vid or maybe you have on the setup. All u need and how to pack it practically plz.🤘😇
Why do you do this? You seem so scared and paranoid. Are you enjoying yourself?
I was neither scared nor paranoid, but I think what you're picking up on is my inexperience in front of the camera this being my first video.
I have been wild camping for years and It's a hobby I continue to enjoy to this day
I watched few otm
Your dog gets all the stones, dust and water from the wheel right in its face. Please, do that favor and cover it much better!
Thanks for your concern, it's something I'm aware of and currently monitoring.
GTet a child trailer for your dog it's safer mate
Thanks for commenting!
There are a few reasons why I didn't go for a child trailer and I'll try to explain them as best I can.
Firstly, Child trailers are specifically designed for children's safety in mind and usually have a seat or are shaped for upright position riding.
I assume my dog feels more safer, confident and comfortable riding in a lying down position for 3 reasons:
1: lower centre of gravity (stability)
2: larger surface area (grip)
3: relaxed position (comfort)
My Burley flatbed trailer offers all three of these options and since my dog never really took to crate training, I believe he feels more comfortable with the open design. I want him to feel like he has the opportunity to exit the trailer should he feel the need.
My dog is secured with a custom leash attatched from the rear of the trailer frame to prevent him sliding forward during braking or in the event of a fall.
This is by no means safe and an accident with any type of trailer would be unsafe to some degree, however I feel I have the right balance of functionality and safety to suit both our needs.
As for stowage, I get all my camping gear and more safely loaded in my panniers and dry bags so I don't feel the need for more space for this purpose.
On the whole, it's all about the trust I have in my dog to stay in the trailer and his trust in me to ride responsibly. The trust I have in the Burley brand to withstand long distances without coming apart which they do excellently in my experience. And lastly, it's my personal preferred way to travel; the right way for me but won't be for everybody.
It's just the way we like to roll 🤙🏼
Why such a cheap bike
Why buy a golden spoon when a stainless steel one does the same job for a lot less money?
Quite simply, I like the bike and cheap bikes are easy to replace/maintain. I'm in to my second year of heavy use and hard riding on all terrains and the bike still delivers on performance and value for money, I'd buy another in a heartbeat.
@@TheNorthOutdoorsUK you’re getting a sub for that retort 👍👍
I am over 60 years old is December I have an e-bike and this is my first year summer camping I'm using a trailer that I made myself I'd like to do this full-time like boondocking but my husband says it can't be done think 🤔