Thanks for this, I enjoyed the review. I especially like the way you explained and demonstrated the issues you faced as well as the benefits of why you changed some itens that you were using.
Nice bit of kit, I am fortunate enough to have very good backpacking gear and I'm able to travel light, and also comfortable. It also makes a real difference in time when you have a small organized bit of kit. So often I see folks burdened with far too much, and also inappropriate gear, it not only takes away from the enjoyment, but can also be a safety issue. Thanks for sharing!
I used to use a Coleman petrol stove many years ago for the same reason you stated - I always had fuel available in the bike. Easily accessible fuel then - just pull the petrol pipe off the carb & fuel away. Not so easy now with fuel injected bikes, but still "do-able". Be aware though that the various additives in pump fuel will eventually block the vaporising tube. When that happens the only cure is a replacement vaporising tube - I used to carry a spare new one with me after the first time I had a blockage. Not so much of an issue if you use the recommended Coleman fuel. Best wishes.
Great choices of gear! I have a Vango Tay 300 for bikepacking, a tiny self inflating mattress, which needs the bin, and a decent sleeping bag. Cooking equipment is a Jetboil system, always have a few canisters and the rest is as I need!
+1 sub from me. Looking to do my first tour this year on my Z1000sx. Already have the stock panniers and I now have a shad top box ready to be fitted. I'm happy I found your channel I will be sure to scroll through your other videos for more top tips.
Travel light and travel small is the key, I reckon. I'm off to the Netherlands in two weeks time on my Royal Enfield Himalayan. It's not a powerful machine so keeping the weight low and compact is pretty important. Hard luggage adds a lot of weight, so I've gone for soft rear panniers and crash bar bags from Lomo. Taking my ancient, well-travelled Trangia a plastic plate and folding cutlery. I will be cooking my own food from fresh, using locally sourced ingredients. Yes, I am a bit tragic about these things. The Trangia will burn any high alcohol product, meths, alcool bruler (popular in France), surgical spirit or even cheap vodka from Aldi or Lidl! I have what I call my 'semi-serious' two-man Vango tent, easy pack on the back of the bike. It is one of those 'put up the inner tent first' creations, but in fact the inner lining is quick to erect so it doesn't pose a problem putting it up in the rain. I did it last week in Wales, no problem. I've got a three-season Vango sleeping bag and an inflatable roll-mat from Trinordic which you do have to blow into, but it's really quick and easy and really comfy. It packs very small and is untra-lightweight. I always use a sleeping bag liner (as you say) It keeps things cleaner, but I do think it also keeps you warmer, more layers to trap warm air and wicks away perspiration. Thermal long-johns, socks and wooly hat for sleeping. Probably not needed in Spain, I guess. Northern Europe may be different. I've booked my ferry from Harwich to the Hoek of Holland, but I haven't booked a return as yet. I want to ride into Germany, Belgium and France. If time permits I'll come home via Cherbourg, although Calais is a default option. I'm going to pay my respects to the young men (on both sides) that died in Arnhem in 1944 and similarly the young men that died in the Great War by visiting the Menin Gate in Ypres and Langemark cemetery. Keep on biking and camping, Love and Peace.
Hi, These are just what I find works for me. I try not to “recommend” gear, just suggest. The tent is a Vango mirage pro 300, the bed is an exped 2R. Gooutdoors and blacks sell the bed. If I find good kit I post on our Facebook page. Ride safe.
Scooterist here so packing for camping a week/weeked can be a bit of a nightmare so thanks for a few helpful tips, on the gas can problem (running out ) a German lad pointed out a worth while tip always go check the bins on site as quite a few campers (posh beggers) throw away part used cans and being a tight aresed Yorkshire man it actualiy worked and saved me a few bob looking forward to some more of your tips cheers.
14:25 Stumbled across your channel. I absolutely love how you explain and demonstrate everything. I'm planning a tour from london to Andorra this September. First time moto tour but I've done a few in Land Rovers. So I'm just getting tips from the experts such as yourself. Liked and subscribed 👍
I am off for a 6-week motorcycle tour of the EU at the end of the month. Must admit I do carry too much but, love my comforts especially on long journeys.
I Personally use the Exped 7 down I got 2 for £100 had them 11 years now 😁 with constant use on the bike and car camp. I see you have the same Cooke as me, a Coleman my first I had in 79 till 95 it had been thrown out of the back of Bedford 4 tonners out of planes in a bergen generally used and abused in rough environments, I have 2 now 1 has little legs on the spordsman and the same as yours both are multifuel, my mrs can cook a full hot meal on just them 2.
The issue I found with your type of tent is the way the poles have to slide thru the fabric. When your tent is moist or wet this becomes a pain. Thats the reason I bought a tent where you clip the tent on the poles. An other pain is get dressed with bad weather. You cannot stand in the tent. Thats the reason I bought te Vaude Chapel L XT. It has al the requirements.
Hi, Valid points! I have tried tents with standing room but found them to be of a larger pack size, weigh more and also not stand up to winds quite as well, also I find them not as warm as the lower tents, as we know hot air rises. I have done some tests on winter camps and in -1 outside temps my lower tent was reading 5 degrees warmer on the inside than the -1 degree outside! If it works for you on the type of camping you do that is all that matters! Ride Safe. Oly
I'd suggest stop worrying about things and just get out there. You'll soon learn what you need and don't need, how to pack items etc. Starting off (UK)... budget items would be a trip to Millets. Eurohike Tamar 2 or Avon 3 DLX tent, snooze 200 or 300 sleeping bag, cheap foam mat, upgrade pegs to rock ones from Aldi... bring pegs, bungie chords, a tent light or torch... get out there!
Hi, I disagree. So many people start with "Budget" items or "cheap" foam mat. items that are simply not up to the job and therefore people may have an uncomfortable experience and this puts them off enjoying camping. If you are 20-30 years old it is not such a problem! but otherwise...Decent kit is the key.
@@RideSpain thanks for your reply , it appears the there’s only a LW if you want to go bigger, gooutdoors ain’t selling it , and seems to be much more expensive elsewhere 😕 I’d like the extra width and my son, 6’4 would like the extra length 🤣 you can’t win
Yea! And I do! No error on my part. You are right, I should have mentioned that. But that doesn’t change the bulk when carrying on a bike! Thanks for your thoughts.
Thanks for this, I enjoyed the review. I especially like the way you explained and demonstrated the issues you faced as well as the benefits of why you changed some itens that you were using.
Nice video ,very informative to the details ,thank you for posting
Nice bit of kit, I am fortunate enough to have very good backpacking gear and I'm able to travel light, and also comfortable. It also makes a real difference in time when you have a small organized bit of kit. So often I see folks burdened with far too much, and also inappropriate gear, it not only takes away from the enjoyment, but can also be a safety issue. Thanks for sharing!
Love it! I always watch these videos before a trip for ideas, for comparisons to my gear, and for insightful comments. Cheers
Cool, thanks!
I used to use a Coleman petrol stove many years ago for the same reason you stated - I always had fuel available in the bike. Easily accessible fuel then - just pull the petrol pipe off the carb & fuel away. Not so easy now with fuel injected bikes, but still "do-able". Be aware though that the various additives in pump fuel will eventually block the vaporising tube. When that happens the only cure is a replacement vaporising tube - I used to carry a spare new one with me after the first time I had a blockage. Not so much of an issue if you use the recommended Coleman fuel. Best wishes.
Thanks for the tip! I will get a spare vaporising tube just in case!
Great choices of gear! I have a Vango Tay 300 for bikepacking, a tiny self inflating mattress, which needs the bin, and a decent sleeping bag. Cooking equipment is a Jetboil system, always have a few canisters and the rest is as I need!
+1 sub from me. Looking to do my first tour this year on my Z1000sx. Already have the stock panniers and I now have a shad top box ready to be fitted. I'm happy I found your channel I will be sure to scroll through your other videos for more top tips.
Excellent descriptions really great quality and informative video
Thank you very much!
Brilliant information. Thanks. ps I am a exped kayak paddler.
Hi! You have lost me a little! What is an exped kayak paddler!
A nice helpful video. Thank you.
Glad it was helpful!
Found that pop out stool just by searching on eBay was around £6 posted and seems really good and sturdy for the money
Travel light and travel small is the key, I reckon. I'm off to the Netherlands in two weeks time on my Royal Enfield Himalayan. It's not a powerful machine so keeping the weight low and compact is pretty important.
Hard luggage adds a lot of weight, so I've gone for soft rear panniers and crash bar bags from Lomo. Taking my ancient, well-travelled Trangia a plastic plate and folding cutlery. I will be cooking my own food from fresh, using locally sourced ingredients. Yes, I am a bit tragic about these things.
The Trangia will burn any high alcohol product, meths, alcool bruler (popular in France), surgical spirit or even cheap vodka from Aldi or Lidl!
I have what I call my 'semi-serious' two-man Vango tent, easy pack on the back of the bike. It is one of those 'put up the inner tent first' creations, but in fact the inner lining is quick to erect so it doesn't pose a problem putting it up in the rain. I did it last week in Wales, no problem.
I've got a three-season Vango sleeping bag and an inflatable roll-mat from Trinordic which you do have to blow into, but it's really quick and easy and really comfy. It packs very small and is untra-lightweight. I always use a sleeping bag liner (as you say) It keeps things cleaner, but I do think it also keeps you warmer, more layers to trap warm air and wicks away perspiration.
Thermal long-johns, socks and wooly hat for sleeping. Probably not needed in Spain, I guess. Northern Europe may be different.
I've booked my ferry from Harwich to the Hoek of Holland, but I haven't booked a return as yet. I want to ride into Germany, Belgium and France. If time permits I'll come home via Cherbourg, although Calais is a default option.
I'm going to pay my respects to the young men (on both sides) that died in Arnhem in 1944 and similarly the young men that died in the Great War by visiting the Menin Gate in Ypres and Langemark cemetery.
Keep on biking and camping, Love and Peace.
Himalayan is a great machine, I did a three week tour into Spain and Portugal on one a few years back.
Very good info. I would have liked to have seen the tent from packed up to erected to see size and ease of assembly
Nice one, seems like sound advice
Good presentation..but could you be so kind to give us links for the tent, and products? thanks C
Hi, These are just what I find works for me. I try not to “recommend” gear, just suggest. The tent is a Vango mirage pro 300, the bed is an exped 2R. Gooutdoors and blacks sell the bed. If I find good kit I post on our Facebook page. Ride safe.
Thanks a bunch! 👍👍
Scooterist here so packing for camping a week/weeked can be a bit of a nightmare so thanks for a few helpful tips, on the gas can problem (running out ) a German lad pointed out a worth while tip always go check the bins on site as quite a few campers (posh beggers) throw away part used cans and being a tight aresed Yorkshire man it actualiy worked and saved me a few bob looking forward to some more of your tips cheers.
Love the gas canister tip! Excellent! Ride safe.
Seen part used ones left by the campsite shops gas locker as well.
14:25 Stumbled across your channel. I absolutely love how you explain and demonstrate everything. I'm planning a tour from london to Andorra this September. First time moto tour but I've done a few in Land Rovers. So I'm just getting tips from the experts such as yourself. Liked and subscribed 👍
Thankyou for your feedback, much appriciated! We will be in Andorra at the end of June on our Pyrenees tour! you should join us! Ride Safe Oly
@@RideSpain I'd love to, but the timing doesn't suit.
I am off for a 6-week motorcycle tour of the EU at the end of the month. Must admit I do carry too much but, love my comforts especially on long journeys.
I Personally use the Exped 7 down I got 2 for £100 had them 11 years now 😁 with constant use on the bike and car camp.
I see you have the same Cooke as me, a Coleman my first I had in 79 till 95 it had been thrown out of the back of Bedford 4 tonners out of planes in a bergen generally used and abused in rough environments, I have 2 now 1 has little legs on the spordsman and the same as yours both are multifuel, my mrs can cook a full hot meal on just them 2.
Good video, thanks.
Thank you for the feedback, it’s appreciated!
The issue I found with your type of tent is the way the poles have to slide thru the fabric. When your tent is moist or wet this becomes a pain. Thats the reason I bought a tent where you clip the tent on the poles. An other pain is get dressed with bad weather. You cannot stand in the tent. Thats the reason I bought te Vaude Chapel L XT. It has al the requirements.
Hi, Valid points! I have tried tents with standing room but found them to be of a larger pack size, weigh more and also not stand up to winds quite as well, also I find them not as warm as the lower tents, as we know hot air rises. I have done some tests on winter camps and in -1 outside temps my lower tent was reading 5 degrees warmer on the inside than the -1 degree outside! If it works for you on the type of camping you do that is all that matters! Ride Safe. Oly
Just found this channel its brilliant, by the way those small fold up chairs are on ebay start at around £12
Thanks for your comment! appriciated!
The camping stools are on Amazon.
I'd suggest stop worrying about things and just get out there. You'll soon learn what you need and don't need, how to pack items etc.
Starting off (UK)... budget items would be a trip to Millets. Eurohike Tamar 2 or Avon 3 DLX tent, snooze 200 or 300 sleeping bag, cheap foam mat, upgrade pegs to rock ones from Aldi... bring pegs, bungie chords, a tent light or torch... get out there!
Hi, I disagree. So many people start with "Budget" items or "cheap" foam mat. items that are simply not up to the job and therefore people may have an uncomfortable experience and this puts them off enjoying camping. If you are 20-30 years old it is not such a problem! but otherwise...Decent kit is the key.
@@RideSpain Enjoy. Ride safe.
prompted me to take a look at my thermarest, held it up to the light (Hagrid voice) I should not have done that......
Very good informative review. Thanks
Very interesting information . Which model/size of the exped do you have ?
Hi, it is the 2R Medium. I am 5 foot 10 and medium build and it is just right, If I was any taller or wider I would need the next size mat.
@@RideSpain thanks for your reply , it appears the there’s only a LW if you want to go bigger, gooutdoors ain’t selling it , and seems to be much more expensive elsewhere 😕 I’d like the extra width and my son, 6’4 would like the extra length 🤣 you can’t win
Matress problems seems to be user error tbh. These mats need to be stored blown up to not flatten the sponge.
Yea! And I do! No error on my part. You are right, I should have mentioned that. But that doesn’t change the bulk when carrying on a bike! Thanks for your thoughts.
Appreciated, thanks! Which tent model do you use here? Greetings from Sweden!
Hi, it’s a Vango Mirage pro 300. I do like the Vango tents, last one I had lasted me 10 years!