@@sadow56 I'm honestly not wealthy my friend, I always travel on a budget. There's many ways to make it happen and not break the bank. The great thing about the cycling community is the fact that you can reach out to people and make friends around the world and find places to crash. You can also stalk flights and find the good deals. Where there's a will, there's a way. I hope you travel soon my friend, take care ✌🏽
Love that guy Adrian! Used to work with him at jimmy johns. To think he started off on a Schwinn chopper bicycle, and now on the other side of the world riding Cinelli six years later. Officially a legend in my book.
It's humbling to experience genuine people who offer hospitality when they have so little. I went through Gambia many years ago and was welcomed by so many people. That will stay with me forever. I enjoy your videos,but this must of been special for you to share it. Nice. 🚴🚴🚴
The most exciting content on yt. Thank you, Lucas! I always watch your videos till the end if I started, even if I'm in a rush, because they're so immersive, thank you for what you do.
Just remember for everyone who.comes thru these areas with a story like this there are several who the experience was opposite. You need a great deal of situational awareness in places like this. I spent much time in these areas and all can seem great then something bad happens. The good thing is you kept moving.
Wow. So cool, some awesome memories for you guys to look back on. Just shows that the majority of us as humans in any country are just level headed, decent individuals. Hopefully in a few generations places like this are no longer war torn.
It's hard to reconcile this video with all the violence, death, suffering, and unspeakable horror that goes on in that part of the world. Perhaps the bicycle is the universal symbol of peace and goodwill. Thanks for being a good ambassador for America. Americans are not all blood thirsty war mongers. Most Americans want to live in peace in harmony with the rest of the world.
This is insane that you got into Syria. Beautiful side of Syrian views. Lucas your a legend man. Def tell my kids about this man Lucas right..........etc.
You inspired me to start riding again after years of smoking ciggs and getting out of shape fam. Ill stop smoking for the love of riding . Love your channel. Keep it up
Very impressive! I cycled around Syria in 2009. Needless to say it looked very different then. Very sad to see the current state of it, but hopefully time will heal it. I definitely think it helps when people go there and do "normal stuff" (like riding bikes). Riding a bike always helps.
Thank you for this video actually I'm Syrian who lives in Damascus and I didn't know how it's like to live in this part of Syria "Roujava" between Kurds By the way my brother is biker definitely I'll send him this vid
I have a mountain bike 10 speed and there's nothing better traveling on the open road it's like you're free from everything I just start to watch I seen your everglaze video and that's what made me want to watch more
Brunelle since u liked my comment about this being on netflix i have to say.. Your commenting voice is not very good, sounds crispy, could be much better with a good microphone device.. beside that this video is superb! Thanks for that and give Adrian a helmet as soon as possible please. You are amazing 👏
Amazing as always, Lucas. My best friend for over 25yrs is from Syria. His family lost so much during the war but they are eternally happy and generous people. Glad to see you showing that side! Oh, how many times did Adrian crash?!?!
Just wow Lucas. I couldn't get enough of this video, wish you make more of these travelling videos, if you ever decide to visit Eastern Europe, hit me up, would love to ride together!
@@lucasbrunelle I live in Bulgaria, lots of nice places to see here, neighbouring Serbia, North Macedonia and Kosovo are also quite nice to visit and within short distance, great for a tour. The balkans are well known for the hospitality of local people, especially in the more remote areas, lots of ghost villages and abandoned Soviet era stuff.
omfg, I was just thinking of this, I went on to youtube to see if it was you who was tailgating a truck in Syria If my memory serves me correctly. without typing in your channel name, the first thing that pop's up onto the UA-cam page is THIS! what in the actual F*ck of destiny coincidental magic is the cosmos throwing at me! The reason I was thinking of this today is that I'm Half Syrian, Half English, and never been to Syria and was wondering about cycling through it someday.
@@lucasbrunelle Ciao. Se ti fa piacere passa a visionare due video che ho pubblicato. Se ti piacciono lascia un commento o un like. Basta cliccare su domenica bianco. Grazie di cuore e auguri di buon anno! Meriti like 1642 per la bravura.
This is exactly the kind of stuff that inspired me to travel with a bicycle. The world is better explored by bicycle
you said it
i like car road trips but the world hits different on a bike
If you have money
@@sadow56 not true
@@sadow56 I'm honestly not wealthy my friend, I always travel on a budget. There's many ways to make it happen and not break the bank. The great thing about the cycling community is the fact that you can reach out to people and make friends around the world and find places to crash. You can also stalk flights and find the good deals. Where there's a will, there's a way. I hope you travel soon my friend, take care ✌🏽
"I'm too young to get killed bro". Proceeds to get drunk and into an altercation with a local, in the middle east....hahah.
Is it great
I cannot express how amazing is the content you upload, thank you for your work.
Even 1.5 years later still my favorite film ever. You're a legend Lucas... you know what life is about
Visited Syria in 2007. 100 countries since and I have yet to travel to a place I love as much as Syria. Amazing people, landscapes, history, food.
100, I can't wait! yep and Syrians are the nicest ever
Love that guy Adrian! Used to work with him at jimmy johns. To think he started off on a Schwinn chopper bicycle, and now on the other side of the world riding Cinelli six years later. Officially a legend in my book.
didnt skip one ad because this film DESERVES it. LOVE IT!
Fascinating! Thanks, Lucas.
For all those asking when this was, if you look at the Strava segments, it's September, 2018.
This is why you are an absolute legend Lucas
Honestly there needs to be more videos of this trip. Unedited. Make it a series. Please
Almost unbelievable both of you and Syria. I am admiring your bravery. After all these devastations, Syria is still amazing!
It's humbling to experience genuine people who offer hospitality when they have so little. I went through Gambia many years ago and was welcomed by so many people. That will stay with me forever. I enjoy your videos,but this must of been special for you to share it. Nice. 🚴🚴🚴
One of, if not the best video I've ever seen on UA-cam.
-some kid who runs a lot more than he rides
The most exciting content on yt. Thank you, Lucas! I always watch your videos till the end if I started, even if I'm in a rush, because they're so immersive, thank you for what you do.
impressive. i honestly can't think of anyone else who would travel in this region as a tourist right now, let alone by bicycle.
Man your content is so unique and thrilling. Don’t ever stop uploading! Huge inspiration
Just remember for everyone who.comes thru these areas with a story like this there are several who the experience was opposite. You need a great deal of situational awareness in places like this. I spent much time in these areas and all can seem great then something bad happens. The good thing is you kept moving.
This is such an inspiring video Lucas, this should have millions of views
Documenting history and cycling in such a beautiful synthesis. Amazing visuals and learning wow.
Inspiring. Love what you’ve captured. Absolutely rad to see your perspective on this ride!
love this content and all that you do. Stay reasonably safe.
okay Zach Gallardo ;)
Another great video. Showing how people really are. A lot of good people living in tough circumstances.
I love this documentaries with the cycling and adventure vibe from 1st person.
Dam Raqqa is next level, thanks for showing this, it truly is a war torn region
Look the whole video on one breath, really like it! Hi from Ukraine 🖐️🇺🇦
Wow. So cool, some awesome memories for you guys to look back on. Just shows that the majority of us as humans in any country are just level headed, decent individuals. Hopefully in a few generations places like this are no longer war torn.
Easily one of the best videos I've seen on YT. Thank you
More level headed than most Americans are, their worries are truly things to worry about, it's all about perspective
This video is going to go mega viral - insane film
It's hard to reconcile this video with all the violence, death, suffering, and unspeakable horror that goes on in that part of the world. Perhaps the bicycle is the universal symbol of peace and goodwill. Thanks for being a good ambassador for America. Americans are not all blood thirsty war mongers. Most Americans want to live in peace in harmony with the rest of the world.
So true man
Great cinematography.i really like it😊 keep it up🏆👍🏿
High risk, high reward. Love it!
My life is in between a jet plane and a train wreck and I wouldn't have it any other way 🎲
Everybody goes everywhere on UA-cam but few take their bike thanks for bringing da wheels and sharing. My fav videos of yours to date me angle so dope
Dude you need to get this kinda content out there to the world
Best video channel on UA-cam!
Thanx Patrick 🎬🎲🏁
From Colorado to Syria nice! Great stuff Lucas thanks!
Chernobyl coming soon
This is insane that you got into Syria. Beautiful side of Syrian views. Lucas your a legend man. Def tell my kids about this man Lucas right..........etc.
Simply captivating. Thank you for sharing with us such an intimate glimpse into your view of the world surrounding us. Much love.
You inspired me to start riding again after years of smoking ciggs and getting out of shape fam. Ill stop smoking for the love of riding . Love your channel. Keep it up
That's why I make films - will do
@@lucasbrunelle im sure about that
What an awesome film!
Lucas u r raving mad but cool at the same time! And Adrian is crazy!
Amazing to see the growth of Adrian 🙌🏾🙌🏾
Very impressive! I cycled around Syria in 2009. Needless to say it looked very different then. Very sad to see the current state of it, but hopefully time will heal it. I definitely think it helps when people go there and do "normal stuff" (like riding bikes). Riding a bike always helps.
Time and innovation will heal everything, these people have so much to offer and are very smart in that they've literally separated from Assad
Thank you for this video actually I'm Syrian who lives in Damascus and I didn't know how it's like to live in this part of Syria "Roujava" between Kurds
By the way my brother is biker definitely I'll send him this vid
Wow Damascus, prayers for those affected, I want to go back some day
@@lucasbrunelle you're so welcome 🤍
i love the Strava route description
Excellent video Lucas!
Epic work Lucas. Thanks for sharing.
Brother one of my dreams is to visit the Middle East! On a bike is next level! Thank you again for sharing yet again a great adventure!!!
Definitely, nicest people ever, if you do lmk, I'll go back in a NY second
Amazing trip.
Amazing! I wish that you make a full feature film of this trip
Maybe I will someday
thank you brother
Thank you for sharing your amazing and have to say (brave) adventure.
I have a mountain bike 10 speed and there's nothing better traveling on the open road it's like you're free from everything I just start to watch I seen your everglaze video and that's what made me want to watch more
Awesome man. I enjoyed seeing this footage.
Such an incredible video
Exploring the world by bike. Ultimate Dream!!!!
08:00 using crude oil as chain lubricant. probably the best one in Syria. great video btw.
Brunelle since u liked my comment about this being on netflix i have to say.. Your commenting voice is not very good, sounds crispy, could be much better with a good microphone device.. beside that this video is superb! Thanks for that and give Adrian a helmet as soon as possible please. You are amazing 👏
I damaged the microphone cable doing a stunt and it didn't record the same after that, now I bring redundant mics and cables. Fuckn Adrian, yep 🗡💀🗡
Amazing as always, Lucas. My best friend for over 25yrs is from Syria. His family lost so much during the war but they are eternally happy and generous people. Glad to see you showing that side! Oh, how many times did Adrian crash?!?!
Amazing people and I want to go back, Adrian crashed like six fuckn times
Man Lucas, you are a real adventurer.
Glad you made it back safely! Great video!
Very brave, and very unique. I commend you, thumbs up!
Man, you are fearless!
Increíble 😊🤘🚵👌 Siria 😜
Keep pushing the limits Lucas!!!!!
this is why I buy your stuff and watch your videos
Thanks for the support, I wish I had more product, I'm just so focused on riding and filming that everything else truly slides
That is an amazing trip and quite daunting.
Just wow Lucas. I couldn't get enough of this video, wish you make more of these travelling videos, if you ever decide to visit Eastern Europe, hit me up, would love to ride together!
Will do, where in Eastern Europe
@@lucasbrunelle I live in Bulgaria, lots of nice places to see here, neighbouring Serbia, North Macedonia and Kosovo are also quite nice to visit and within short distance, great for a tour. The balkans are well known for the hospitality of local people, especially in the more remote areas, lots of ghost villages and abandoned Soviet era stuff.
@@konstantinyordanov1314 I'd love to ride there someday
@@lucasbrunelle Come see the guys from Sofia Fixed Gear. Check them in FB.
@@pibitchica Looks like a cool place to ride
Great flim .I love your cycling adventures
Really really good, well documented so enjoyable
amazing- so much respect for what you do!
What kind of tire / gear do you use ? How do you not get flats all the time on this kind of roads ?
54x11, 39x28, I use stan's tire sealant so I rarely get flats
Thank you.
Very inspiring! Thanks for this!
Love those travel videos a lot!!! I think one day you will enjoy summer syberia))
I would love to
That was sick
omfg, I was just thinking of this, I went on to youtube to see if it was you who was tailgating a truck in Syria If my memory serves me correctly. without typing in your channel name, the first thing that pop's up onto the UA-cam page is THIS! what in the actual F*ck of destiny coincidental magic is the cosmos throwing at me!
The reason I was thinking of this today is that I'm Half Syrian, Half English, and never been to Syria and was wondering about cycling through it someday.
Wow - THAT is quite the coincidence. 🍀🎲
@@lucasbrunelle Ciao. Se ti fa piacere passa a visionare due video che ho pubblicato. Se ti piacciono lascia un commento o un like. Basta cliccare su domenica bianco. Grazie di cuore e auguri di buon anno! Meriti like 1642 per la bravura.
@@domenicabianco Grazie mille, capacità oltre 40 anni di guida
@@lucasbrunelle Ti piacciono i miei video? Tengo molto al parere del pubblico. E' uno stimolo per andare avanti. Qualsiasi giudizio esso sia. Grazie!
@@domenicabianco Mi piacciono le immagini e l'uso del blu, surreale, piacevole 🔹🔷
This is actually unbelievable, wouldnt even be on my radar of possible things to do but I guess it is now
What an epic video this is truely entertaining
Lucas, this video is fn amazing
Beautiful video
man rolled up on the oil and said hey free oilup for my gears
Wow! Crazy footage
You are a legend..
Hope you upload more syria footage! How did you buy food and cook!? Recipes?
Will do, bought food from local producers, fruits, veggies, and livestock was all fresh, amazing
You guys don't carry much water on your bikes? Do you have a car following you with supplies?
Yes we did
This is an awesome video - but I have to ask , how many punctures did you get ?
I'm pretty sure we actually got none
Another great video!
So the Iraqi cycling team gave Adrian a dura ace 7800 crankset?
Loaned it to him and then outright refused any type of money, food, or ANYthing else from us, just asked us to ride with their riders
Very inspiring. Keep it up Lucas. Im gonna go for a ride now :)
Ride like hell 🏴👿🏁
Amazing adventure
This is amazing. How did you manage to pull this ride off without dying ?
Lots of intel (and people praying for us)
beautiful video despite the fact of how hard it is to see your country has been destroyed that way..
Mixed feelings about the beauty and devastation, very true
Absolutely Rad.
Bikes are powerful and they can take you anywhere.
So many places cars cannot go, and we're faster 🚩🏁
great one lucas
Wow man... incredible..
Such a great film, want to get on my bike now
How long were you sitting on this video? Looks like years ago.
See Strava routes in description, yep I'm releasing things I should've Σ time ago
@@lucasbrunelle Good to know it's not just me with a ton of catching up to do with editing videos from adventures!
@@lucasbrunelle 2018. Took 2-3 year to make.
@@josephxkendrick covid got me catching up at my computer like never before
This video makes me want to buy a bike.
You da man!
Alley Cat race in Syria??? That must be the scariest combo I have ever heard of. :D
Super scared, not gonna front ⚔♞
Dude, amazing video! The wrost part it's the end.