no doubts this is one of the best videos that you released Gianni. My absolute congratulations for the effort to present an excellent work. regards from Argentina
I am part Indian and have done my share of riding a Royal Enfield Bullet and even owned one in the US (the small 500cc version single with cable brakes -- rides like a powered bicycle at speeds of 35 mph or less). Most people doing this trip on two wheels are on motorcycles. Gianni is traveling places I would never think that someone on a Brompton would go. Respect for Gianni and the Brompton! You make it look easy but we all know it isn't.
Thanks Laurie! Lots of stray dogs even in Ladakh. This was particularly fond of us and followed us for 2 days but eventually realised that we barely had enough food for ourselves and decided he was better off to stop at the next village!
@@BromptonTraveler Thanks Gianni…..what an odyssey………..again. I wasn’t going to watch this episode because I’m more interested in Europe but it was likely the most awe inspiring of your films. And those climbs! The U.S. west coast trip was also wonderful. You’ve established yourself as a two-wheel touring legend. And I can’t imagine Brompton isn’t thrilled with your exploits and the exposure their bike is getting. Sort of like the Long Way Round trip with Ewan McGregor and Charlie Boorman’s boost to the sale of BMW motorcycles. Anyway……I’m 75 and no longer trip on bikes so I’m living vicariously with your adventures. A late friend (and superb athlete) once said to me….‘you’ve got to wear out and not rust out’. I still do not have the rust but have lots of wear. And that’s fine by me. Best wishes.
Great! I've enjoyed your video report to the full. I felt as if I were bike travelling by myself. And I'd watched your pictures at some passes in Pinterest. I didn't imagine I came across your touring video on UA-cam, hahaha! Thanks for your posting!
Thanks a lot Robert, happy you enjoyed it. Although Brompton were not made for these roads, trips like these are a good stress test that shows how reliable these little bikes can be.
What an adventure! I am from India and I enjoyed watching this. I know this area well and have cycled from Manali to Leh twice. Hopefully will do that someday on a Brompton. Funny moment for me when you stopped to let the cows pass. Most people wouldn't do that in India.
The scenery we’ve been watching of your tours in Pakistan and now India are absolutely out of this world and a great source of inspiration and wonderful to watch Gianni. We hope to take our Bromptons on a tour in Belgium later this year. We are absolutely amazed at the places you have ridden your bike. That was a beautiful dog that kept you company for awhile! Go well on your travels. Russell
A fabulous video , brought back a lot of memories of cycling the same trip in 2008 . Back then there wasn't anywhere near as much Tarmac on the route probably 80% unsurfaced . Had to wear a face mask as the dust kicked up by the trucks was choking . Thanks for the memories , safe travels .
Your travels are exciting and wonderfully chronicled..Inspiring to do it too. But I know it is very hard in a brompton, you must have a very good legs..Keep it up. Apreciating your travels from the Philippines.
2:07 - 2:09 A very nice conversation between 2 humans, not sharing many words but still understanding each other. I flew from Kashmir to Leh. Leh used to be part of the Tibetan empire. Many Tibetan temples among a glorious backdrop.
Fantastic i did this route in 1999 in the reverse direction on a mountainbike, great to see how it looks now, inspiring me to return with more time, and to get a brompton to make the touring luggage easier. Cheers
I get hypnotysed by the beauty of these vídeos and stared facing the majestuous landscape. My biggest tour in life was the French Way of Santiago in a 2009 Dahon Speed Tr . I need desperately for more.
El Camino must be a great tour as well. I am keeping Europe for later days but we are lucky to have some of the best riding in the world for sure. Hope you can get on another tour soon! Thanks
What a great video Gianni, thank you. You made all those high passes - my greatest respect! Stunning scenery. Being crazy about dogs, I loved Darcha. I hope he was OK after he left you. Do you have any tips for us on cycling at very high altitude?
Thanks again Brian! Ladakh landscape is spectacular. Lots of stray dogs around there unfortunately and there are stories of cyclists who are followed all the way between Manali to Leh which is 580km... We weren't equipped with much food so he stayed with us only a couple of days :) Altitude just makes it much harder to breathe but cycling up those altitude is easier than being driven up as your body slowly adjust. Still less oxygen means you are breathing harder and are much slower. I drank loads of water and stopped more often than I would normally. Otherwise I was lucky to not suffer unlike my buddy who at a certain point was feeling really sick and we had to wave a car to take him to a military hospital for a check. I rejoined him a day later and he was fine from there on.... Thanks!
Si Giulio, i paesaggi del Ladakh sono speciali. Le quote si raggiungono dopo giorni e giorni quindi strade non troppo ripide e possibilità di acclimatazione. L'altitudine rende il tutto più duro ma fattibile.
Thanks Glen. They don't look the part in some ways but they are amazing and reliable bikes. They are also good fun to ride which explain the popularity they have right now.
I'm watching your videos, and I'm enjoying too much. I'm Brazilian, and I use to travel on bike too, but I never did it abroad, but I want too, and you are inspiring me. Thank you.
You should! You have many wonderful places to visit in South America... All the best and I hope once the pandemic is over you can share some rides too!
You are totally inspirational and your footage and music accompaniments are second to none. Brompton need to feature you in their adverts rather than focus on the latest fashion accessories on offer from then. You capture why I bought one - the ability to travel anywhere and explore. Thank you 😀
Rob Peterson lucky you! I did it once many years before on a Jeep. I must say if you get a chance to do it on a bike, it is much more enjoyable! Thanks
Wow that was suburb Fair play to both you guys looks amazing , Always wanted to cycle that route and you’ve made my mind up for me. Thanks for your great videos really loving them all,you’ve inspired me to buy a Brompton now also .. Namaste Micky.
Thanks Micky. It is a wonderful place and going through it slowly, on a bicycle is the best way to experience it. I did the same trip 10 years before on a jeep and the only thing I remember about it is a few pictures I was able to take when we stopped and a strong headache due to the altitude! By bike you do adjust to the lack of oxygen much better too.
Thanks for the reply,yeah I get what you mean I cycle most days in London and when I travel the one thing I miss is my bike.Ive travelled around india many times and up in the mountains around darjeeling but always by train jeep and bus,and it's the places inbetween stops that I miss them special interaction s with the locals and moments when you breath in that beautiful mountin air. Keep them amazing vids coming where your next adventure to?
@@micky7028 Thanks. It might have to be in Europe for a change and one place I would love to tour is Sicily in my country... Will see how it goes with Covid first ;)
BEAUTIFUL!!! In every way, your movie/video is absolutely astoundingly beautiful! Amazing people and animals. Amazing scenes, ascents, and descents. Two amazing bike riders! Amazing Brompton folding bike. Amazing music and sounds.Thank you so much for sharing your experience!!! Nature and humanity at their best!
@@BromptonTraveler It was shockingly beautiful. I was scared to death watching it but was amazed at how beautiful such an inhospitable place could be. Mars starts to look possible.
Nice vlog. I am from India and have a brompton as well (also have an LHT and bike friday pocket llama.) .Out of the 3, I would pick the BF as it offers the best of both worlds (fold and comfortable ride). The brompton is being used only for commutes and it gives me a horrendous time with punctures and seat post slipping and all those proprietary parts.
Mahesh V you have nice bikes! You might want to check your Brompton as I toured on it for years with very few punctures and no problems at all. Marathon Schawlow tyres are what you need. Cheers
Dear Sir, I am an Indian and amazed at your travels. How could the small wheels of such a bicycle cover such long distances ? The foldability and carriability of such bicycle attract me. Maybe some day. How old is your Bromton bike ? Thanks for your videos.
Namaste! Thanks for your comment. Brompton are expensive but very well built bikes. I have just retired this bike after 7 years of travels and will get a new soon. Best regards.
Hello, I congratulate you on this beautiful trip (2018) that I have seen today 8/7/2021, simply beautiful, while some travel on buses and motorcycles you do it on a brompthon bicycle, it has great merit and effort, simply wonderful, beautiful videos and some beautiful wonderful images, I congratulate you for all this beautiful gift that you give to all of us who follow you, it is simply gratifying, greetings and thank you very much for your videos😊👍☘️🙏
Sorry but I wouldn't have a clue... Not many folding bike can take as much abuse as a Brompton can, which is helpful on those roads. Never say never though :) Coming to the worse you can fold it and hitchhike.
Want to say a lot about everything but then comment ll bcum essay 😂. So in short... U r too good person, y?- I saw ur traveling blogs, India/Pakistan/Canada .... What I noticed is the country flag.... It is really a lot to put on head... Lv u for this... In Hindi - apna khaya rakhna n khush rehna 🙏
That's not an easy route to book and it isn't necessary. What is necessary is a tent for the times when there is nothing between days, otherwise you just ask the nomads in the Yurt and you can find accommodation in tourist Yurts which are providing for motorbikers and cyclists. Of course you can book in Manali and Leh! Cheers
Absolutely brilliant i was thinking of getting a Brompton as i like to cycle around cities and the countryside doing photography, watching this has inspired me to go further Portugal and europe thank you very much for sharing your experience 👍
What month was it? Beautiful views. Nice shooting. I am watching fourth time this movie. You are enjoying full of our planet,no one can't live like.mother earth will remember you always.
I wonder if you remember me, a New Zealand guy cycling the other way. I wondered how you would get on on the 21 hairpin bends on a brommie! Now I know, youre a star!
Craig I do! I believe I had told you about my Brompton UA-cam channel while we chat? What a ride we had around those beautiful mountains! How I get on 21 hairpins? Slowly! :) Little walk here and there but I arrived in Leh with the bike still in perfect conditions which is quite something... ;) Thanks a lot for getting in touch and maybe we'll cross roads again! I am easy to spot with a silly hat with flag and a weird bike....Take care and Happy New Year full of travels. ;)
@@BromptonTraveler Yes you told me! Im about to buy a folding bike on your inspiration and cycle some Pacific islands. One day, see you on the road somewhere!
Thanks! That can be an issue on a Brompton but maybe riding conservatively downhill I have never really experienced it. On this trip the altitude meant there were cooler temperatures too and also the mountain climbs and descents in Ladakh are really long but mostly with gentle gradients.
Hi Gianni, Thanks for putting your videos !!!!!! It’s very nicely chronicled bike journeys. I have toured Manali-Leh & upto Khardung La on a normal bike. But just 6 gears on Brompton May be a limiting factor. I have struggled climbing TanglangLa even on normal bike with 20-120 gear inches. Lowest gear inch on Brompton is about 33 inches. What is your experience on climbing those steep grades in Himalayas on Brompton ? I am considering folding bike in near future. Did you consider Tern Touring ? What are the main reasons you want stick to only 6 gear of Brompton ? Do you have a modified Brompton gearing ? Any insights in gearing of Brompton is welcome. TIA
Thanks Prashant! First I use a Brompton because it is very easy to carry on planes, trains, cars, buses and so on. This helps when you take the bike with you on tour of course. To the gears. I have standard Sturmey Archer 12% reduced gearing which is offered by Brompton when you buy the bike. Like you say there are times if the road is really steep when those 6 gears are not enough and here and there I don't mind to walk a little if I have to. Manali Leh grades were actually not too bad and I was mostly able to cycle all the climbs with a few walks on some steep stretches but of course altitude makes everything much harder there. I had a Dahon many years ago ( I believe they are related to Tern... ) and that bike was just not reliable for touring. It had great gearing system but stearing stem that folded was badly designed and I needed a shop to fix things every few months. I believe Tern should be better by now but I have no experience with them. Brompton I can testify are as good a folding bike you can get when talking of reliability which is key. You need to maintain them before you travel and I have mine serviced by a Brompton dealer before I leave for each tour and never had a problem with them. Cheers!
The little dog started playing with Andrea's shoe laces in Darcha a little river crossing place with a few tents and stores. Despite being not much more than a puppy, Darcha ( as we called him....) had all the enthusiasm to follow us for 2 days up to 4800 metres, barking at all the large trucks that dared to come too close to us. He was really friendly and made the cycling even more fun. Challenges came at night trying to figure out what we could offer him to eat. In the end the only thing he liked were the energy bars that we had planned to keep in case of being stranded away from food... Further challenges awaited in the morning. If you have a chance don't try to pitch or unpitch a tent with a puppy dog, a lost cause. Tethering lines and little bags containing our things became a fun fair to Darcha. We got worried he would follow us further up the mountains as there were no more places to get food and our biscuits were running low; we were relieved when he somehow disappeared during one of our stops in the last inhabited place. I would like to think that he will follow cyclists up and down Ladakh for many years to come!
Fanbloomintastic! Beautiful scenery , what an epic journey , You didnt suffer from altitude sickness either, Bravo! How fast were you going down those hills? btw ,how many punctures ?
Is the titanium brompton as proven as the steel one yet? Is this the steel one or the steel hybrid one, I'll go through and try to see which model he's used
nice. sorry i was watching through which steel models did you use and which 4 speed, six speed, internal hub or etc, and were you using the steel with Ti parts version or pure steel@@BromptonTraveler
what a wonderful video - thanks so much for sharing and congratulations on the achievement. As an aside, would you recommend Leh as an interesting tourist spot? I have always been fascinated by Ladakh
Thanks! This was my second time in Leh with almost ten years gap. The second time I found it quite transformed with new hotels springing up all over the place and a larger city than I remembered. I definitely recommend Ladakh for the landscapes and its people, it is a fascinating place. Leh itself has some interesting spot to visi but can be used as a base to trips around the Indus valley with lots of amazing tibetan monasteries and mountains. Nubra valley behind a range I have also read is worth a visit.
On the real steep ones I do walk when necessary as on a Brompton I only have 6 gears and with all the luggage it is tough to cycle all the way. I enjoy a walk here and there anyway ;)
I think it was 12 or 13 days of cycling. The distance is not great, if I remember 500/600km but of course altitude and bad roads in places will slow you down compared to what you can normally cover so be conservative with your plan. We did it end of August to mid September. April should be fine too, maybe a little cooler at high altitude. As far as facilities there aren't many (mostly nomad tents and a few villages with restaurants ) and one thing to check is if April they are already opened for tourists. Otherwise you would have to be prepared to carry more food and water just in case. Fantastic road otherwise and very dry and mostly sunny once you get over Rohtang pass from Manali. Enjoy!
Thank you Gianni. Out of the 12-13 days cycling how many days did you camp? Do you think it would be possible to do this route without a tent or would you recommend carrying all of my camping gear / stove etc as ‘back-up’? Going off your advice & others I’m going to change my dates from 1-18 June…
@@markmark5159 I used the tent only on 2 nights. The trip can be done without a tent but when planning I thought I would like it for the flexibility. In remote places to have a shelter in case of bad weather or emergency I think is a good idea. Not to put you off, but the 2nd time I used it, was because my friend felt unwell in a remote area and we found a space in a car for him while I could stay where I was in a tent. June is much better and you should be ok with weather but altitude might slow you down at times and being forced to cover a certain distance to find accommodation can add to the challenge. No need for cooking things. Just bring water and snacks and light food you can use in an emergency.
fantastic trip and video. thank you. i did a similar trip from manali to leh and panggong tso on a motorbike. Ur video makes me think about maybe i can do a brompton ride
Right! You have the advantage of knowing the road :) Although I wonder if they finished that tunnel that cuts out Rotang Pass? It was due to open soon... Thanks!
Takrelanakhidup I enjoy riding slow as I can appreciate the sceneries, take pictures and movies which are all part of what I love about cycling. If going fast was my priority I would chose a different bike, maybe one with an engine! I find Bromptons not much slower than regular bikes both uphill and on flats. I am slower downhill as I need to be careful about uneven roads due to the small wheels. Thanks!
The little dog started playing with Andrea's shoe laces in Darcha a little river crossing place with a few tents and stores. Despite being not much more than a puppy, Darcha ( as we called him....) had all the enthusiasm to follow us for 2 days up to 4800 metres, barking at all the large trucks that dared to come too close to us. He was really friendly and made the cycling even more fun. Challenges came at night trying to figure out what we could offer him to eat. In the end the only thing he liked were the energy bars that we had planned to keep in case of being stranded away from food... Further challenges awaited in the morning. If you have a chance don't try to pitch or unpitch a tent with a puppy dog, a lost cause. Tethering lines and little bags containing our things became a fun fair to Darcha. We got worried he would follow us further up the mountains as there were no more places to get food and our biscuits were running low; we were relieved when he somehow disappeared during one of our stops in the last inhabited place. I would like to think that he will follow cyclists up and down Ladakh for many years to come!
I’m glad he gave you and Andreas much joy on your journey. It is just amazing how little and simple things in life like this encounter with Darsha can be so memorable.
Brompton Traveler The dogs do bark at traffic , they are natural guard dogs 🐕. Also they are kept to keep the snakes away. And any would be predators. They tend to all look the same . They belong to the villages.
What a great and impressive video. I love the little dog. He has stolen my heart. I never could leave him back. You did another nice trip! Well done! Looking forward to your next tours and your videos. Cheers from Austria, Helmut P.s.: what's the chainring in front of your Brompton sized? 44?
@@BromptonTraveler Thanks for that. I am trying out a new Brompton tomorrow. My wife and I loved your India video. My mate and I traveled around India when we were in our 50's. The only place we did not strike horrendous traffic was in Darjeeling. Keep those videos coming!
@@BromptonTraveler Thanks for the reply. May I know what spares you brought with you? Bromptons are rare in India so not easy to find 16 inch tyres, tubes etc.
He was with us a couple of days then realised that we hardly had enough food for us and disappeared in one of the last camps we passed before climbing high. Thanks!
Still actually holding on in one piece! I moved the rack after my latest trip to Patagonia to a new Brompton so you can see it on my last video about replacing a rack! :) Thanks
Not much thinking going on Sandra. While cycling in a place you don’t know, you are living in the excitement of fresh sights and sounds that change at each moment ! Not much thinking makes it really cathartic. Highly recommended ;)
Sir, who is the other man that cycled with you? You could've given a brief intro about him. Btw, soo cool you're travelling the world on your Brompton. Cheers mate.
Great, inspiring video. Painfully cheesy, soppy music. Maybe try more jazz/classical, even traditional Tibetan. That aside, it amazes me what you can do on a Brompton, with good organisation, careful planning, and of course a certain amount of tenacity.
Thanks Robert. Music is a matter of personal taste. Can't please everybody but that was what fitted in my mind at the time of editing! Thanks for watching.
@@BromptonTraveler yes, of course, you are right. I was rude. Sorry. Most of the music was very fitting, it’s just the lyrics of some of the soul music that was annoying. It did not spoil the excellent video though.
Hey fellow Brompton aficionado. I did the same journey on my Brompton in September. Did you attempt Khardung La at the end of your trip. Brilliant photography!
Hi Chris, and I thought I was the only one a little nuts to try! :) I arrived in Leh on the 9th September, I must have just missed you then. I had no time for Khardung La this time around. Hopefully one day I can get back there and do Nubra and other roads. How did your Brompton hold? I was really lucky with weather as I am sure rain and mud would have made it much more challenging.... :) Let me know if you have a blog or video of your trips I can share on my blog. Cheers.
@@BromptonTraveler hi buddy. I set off from Manali on the 2nd of September and arrived in Leh on the 12th. Amazing trip. Did Khardung La on the 13th. This is my first post on UA-cam, i had to comment and its great to know im not the only guy to do such a great trip on such an amazing bicycle. Its quite late here in the Uk but id really like share our experiences on these terrific little bikes. I did cycle 2000km through the Alps in 4 weeks in July from Geneva to Cortina which was terrific and a 10 day round trip through Israel and Jordan in May. Ill try and get my youngest daughter to put a film together of the photos ive taken on the trips. It would be great to know what else you have planned. Many thanks Christopher.
Yes would be great to share experiences. I am planing North Thailand end of January then West China next September if it works out. I live in Luton, if you are anywhere south send me an email and one day we can have a chat? Go to the about section of this channel to send email. Cheers! @@chrishand7558
@@BromptonTraveler Good morning Brompton traveller.. Wow Thailand and China sound great. My email address is Chrishand118@gmail.com, if you email me i can send you some pictures of my India trip. I really fancy a trip to South America, possibly Bolivia in the near future. Cheers Christopher.
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no doubts this is one of the best videos that you released Gianni. My absolute congratulations for the effort to present an excellent work. regards from Argentina
Muchas gracias Gaston!
I am part Indian and have done my share of riding a Royal Enfield Bullet and even owned one in the US (the small 500cc version single with cable brakes -- rides like a powered bicycle at speeds of 35 mph or less). Most people doing this trip on two wheels are on motorcycles. Gianni is traveling places I would never think that someone on a Brompton would go. Respect for Gianni and the Brompton! You make it look easy but we all know it isn't.
Many thanks! I am really flattered :) Still not as hard as it looks.
Gianni……another gem. I’m intrigued by the little dog. Clearly looking for a friend. And food. Such wonderful creatures.
Thanks Laurie! Lots of stray dogs even in Ladakh. This was particularly fond of us and followed us for 2 days but eventually realised that we barely had enough food for ourselves and decided he was better off to stop at the next village!
@@BromptonTraveler Thanks Gianni…..what an odyssey………..again. I wasn’t going to watch this episode because I’m more interested in Europe but it was likely the most awe inspiring of your films. And those climbs! The U.S. west coast trip was also wonderful. You’ve established yourself as a two-wheel touring legend. And I can’t imagine Brompton isn’t thrilled with your exploits and the exposure their bike is getting. Sort of like the Long Way Round trip with Ewan McGregor and Charlie Boorman’s boost to the sale of BMW motorcycles.
Anyway……I’m 75 and no longer trip on bikes so I’m living vicariously with your adventures. A late friend (and superb athlete) once said to me….‘you’ve got to wear out and not rust out’. I still do not have the rust but have lots of wear. And that’s fine by me. Best wishes.
@@laurielyon7740 Wear out and not rust out.... I like that! Thanks again.
Great! I've enjoyed your video report to the full.
I felt as if I were bike travelling by myself.
And I'd watched your pictures at some passes in Pinterest.
I didn't imagine I came across your touring video on UA-cam, hahaha!
Thanks for your posting!
Thanks for watching!
What an epic adventure Gianni. Breathtaking. If this doesn't sell more Bromptons, I don't know what will. Thank you so much for sharing this with us.
Thanks a lot Robert, happy you enjoyed it. Although Brompton were not made for these roads, trips like these are a good stress test that shows how reliable these little bikes can be.
Have watch this video several times now, magical country inspiring Journey, congrats!
Thanks a lot Paul! Really appreciated.
One of the best biking videos I've seen. The music choices and breathtaking scenery make this quite amazing. And, all on a Brompton. Nice.
Thanks a lot Stephen! I had a friend cycling with me which made it a little easier to film the trip.
Amazing video ... I also travel with my brompton... this is very inspiring for me . Many many thanks. :)
Thanks Fernando! Any blog or videos? I could link it to my blog. Thanks
What an adventure! I am from India and I enjoyed watching this. I know this area well and have cycled from Manali to Leh twice. Hopefully will do that someday on a Brompton. Funny moment for me when you stopped to let the cows pass. Most people wouldn't do that in India.
I thought cows were meant to be sacred??? Just joking. It is a wonderful area of the world and cycling it slowly let’s you appreciate it. Many thanks.
The scenery we’ve been watching of your tours in Pakistan and now India are absolutely out of this world and a great source of inspiration and wonderful to watch Gianni. We hope to take our Bromptons on a tour in Belgium later this year. We are absolutely amazed at the places you have ridden your bike. That was a beautiful dog that kept you company for awhile!
Go well on your travels. Russell
Wonderful. You will enjoy your Brompton. Very versatile bikes for discovering cities or even countries!
An adventure not for the faint hearted. True grit and determination. Simply fantastic!! 👍👍👍
Many thanks!
A fabulous video , brought back a lot of memories of cycling the same trip in 2008 . Back then there wasn't anywhere near as much Tarmac on the route probably 80% unsurfaced . Had to wear a face mask as the dust kicked up by the trucks was choking . Thanks for the memories , safe travels .
Cheers Roland, it is a wonderful road. I guess army trucks were the main traffic even then? ;)
Stunned with majestic scenery & landscape + you've done it with folding bike. BEYOND WORDS!
Glad you enjoyed it! Many thanks
Your travels are exciting and wonderfully chronicled..Inspiring to do it too. But I know it is very hard in a brompton, you must have a very good legs..Keep it up. Apreciating your travels from the Philippines.
It is just a little harder than on other bikes. I carry less weight than most cyclists and that gives a little advantage.
2:07 - 2:09 A very nice conversation between 2 humans, not sharing many words but still understanding each other.
I flew from Kashmir to Leh. Leh used to be part of the Tibetan empire. Many Tibetan temples among a glorious backdrop.
Very nice area indeed.
This is the 3rd time I watched this. You are a beast 🍉🍊🍌🥒🫐🍆
Thanks Pali!
Fantastic i did this route in 1999 in the reverse direction on a mountainbike, great to see how it looks now, inspiring me to return with more time, and to get a brompton to make the touring luggage easier. Cheers
I get hypnotysed by the beauty of these vídeos and stared facing the majestuous landscape. My biggest tour in life was the French Way of Santiago in a 2009 Dahon Speed Tr . I need desperately for more.
El Camino must be a great tour as well. I am keeping Europe for later days but we are lucky to have some of the best riding in the world for sure. Hope you can get on another tour soon! Thanks
Du bist der härteste Bromptonaut, den ich je gesehen habe, RESPEKT !!! 👏👏👏 vielleicht ein moderner Marco Polo ?
vielen dank!Ein gefalteter und kompakter Marco Polo :) What would one do without google translate!
What a great video Gianni, thank you. You made all those high passes - my greatest respect! Stunning scenery. Being crazy about dogs, I loved Darcha. I hope he was OK after he left you. Do you have any tips for us on cycling at very high altitude?
Thanks again Brian! Ladakh landscape is spectacular. Lots of stray dogs around there unfortunately and there are stories of cyclists who are followed all the way between Manali to Leh which is 580km... We weren't equipped with much food so he stayed with us only a couple of days :) Altitude just makes it much harder to breathe but cycling up those altitude is easier than being driven up as your body slowly adjust. Still less oxygen means you are breathing harder and are much slower. I drank loads of water and stopped more often than I would normally. Otherwise I was lucky to not suffer unlike my buddy who at a certain point was feeling really sick and we had to wave a car to take him to a military hospital for a check. I rejoined him a day later and he was fine from there on.... Thanks!
fantastic video (just found you). no by lines for music, shame, but great video!!
Thanks! I source music from Epidemic sound but good suggestion and I should include authors as they deserve it.
Mother Nature is always beautiful... And would like to appreciate your efforts... Nice
Thanks Krishna! I don't find it an effort at all. I am blessed to have been able to cycle these roads.
@@BromptonTraveler wow.. nice
Paesaggi meravigliosi, complimenti per le quote raggiunte .
Si Giulio, i paesaggi del Ladakh sono speciali. Le quote si raggiungono dopo giorni e giorni quindi strade non troppo ripide e possibilità di acclimatazione. L'altitudine rende il tutto più duro ma fattibile.
Those places, those colors...your videos are incredibly beautiful
Thanks Ivan!
Majestic views. To think you managed all that on a folding bike is like crazy. You have certainly made me look at the brompton with new eyes.
Thanks Glen. They don't look the part in some ways but they are amazing and reliable bikes. They are also good fun to ride which explain the popularity they have right now.
I'm watching your videos, and I'm enjoying too much.
I'm Brazilian, and I use to travel on bike too, but I never did it abroad, but I want too, and you are inspiring me. Thank you.
You should! You have many wonderful places to visit in South America... All the best and I hope once the pandemic is over you can share some rides too!
You are totally inspirational and your footage and music accompaniments are second to none. Brompton need to feature you in their adverts rather than focus on the latest fashion accessories on offer from then. You capture why I bought one - the ability to travel anywhere and explore. Thank you 😀
Most appreciated Colin! Thanks a lot and enjoy your Brompton.
That was truly incredible 4850m on a Brompton. You are indeed very fit! And Talangla 5360m.. Amazing scenery, truly...
This trip did have some mountains! :)
A wonderful video. Have been down this road a few times. In a Jeep 4WD of course!
Rob Peterson lucky you! I did it once many years before on a Jeep. I must say if you get a chance to do it on a bike, it is much more enjoyable! Thanks
Wow that was suburb
Fair play to both you guys looks amazing ,
Always wanted to cycle that route and you’ve made my mind up for me.
Thanks for your great videos really loving them all,you’ve inspired me to buy
a Brompton now also ..
Namaste Micky.
Thanks Micky. It is a wonderful place and going through it slowly, on a bicycle is the best way to experience it. I did the same trip 10 years before on a jeep and the only thing I remember about it is a few pictures I was able to take when we stopped and a strong headache due to the altitude! By bike you do adjust to the lack of oxygen much better too.
Thanks for the reply,yeah I get what you mean I cycle most days in London and when I travel the one thing I miss is my bike.Ive travelled around india many times and up in the mountains around darjeeling but always by train jeep and bus,and it's the places inbetween stops that I miss them special interaction s with the locals and moments when you breath in that beautiful mountin air.
Keep them amazing vids coming where your next adventure to?
@@micky7028 Thanks. It might have to be in Europe for a change and one place I would love to tour is Sicily in my country... Will see how it goes with Covid first ;)
What a fun adventure... Congratulations! Very nicely edited with great picture and sound. Well done!
Thanks!
What a great video, I loved every second of it. And impressive example what a Brompton can do (with the right cyclist of course).
Thanks a lot Robert, most appreciated.
BEAUTIFUL!!! In every way, your movie/video is absolutely astoundingly beautiful! Amazing people and animals. Amazing scenes, ascents, and descents. Two amazing bike riders! Amazing Brompton folding bike. Amazing music and sounds.Thank you so much for sharing your experience!!! Nature and humanity at their best!
Tanya thanks a lot! So many compliments that it would be worth uploading just for this comment! :)
@@BromptonTraveler
It was shockingly beautiful. I was scared to death watching it but was amazed at how beautiful such an inhospitable place could be. Mars starts to look possible.
@@13ivanogre13 You do feel kind of small in these places. It looks scarier than it actually is when you are just pedalling on a bike!
Amazing trip, beautiful video, lovely music selection. 👍🏼
Happy you enjoyed it. Thanks!
When we colonize Mars!!!
Fantastic video! Fantastic music. Scary ride!!!
Thanks for watching!
Nice vlog. I am from India and have a brompton as well (also have an LHT and bike friday pocket llama.) .Out of the 3, I would pick the BF as it offers the best of both worlds (fold and comfortable ride). The brompton is being used only for commutes and it gives me a horrendous time with punctures and seat post slipping and all those proprietary parts.
Mahesh V you have nice bikes! You might want to check your Brompton as I toured on it for years with very few punctures and no problems at all. Marathon Schawlow tyres are what you need. Cheers
@@BromptonTraveler Hello Sir, I'm from India, are you looking to sell your old Brompton cause it's freaking expensive here to get a new one?
Dear Sir,
I am an Indian and amazed at your travels. How could the small wheels of such a bicycle cover such long distances ? The foldability and carriability of such bicycle attract me. Maybe some day. How old is your Bromton bike ? Thanks for your videos.
Namaste! Thanks for your comment. Brompton are expensive but very well built bikes. I have just retired this bike after 7 years of travels and will get a new soon. Best regards.
Wow..Amazing... Greeting from Bandung, Indonesia
Thanks!
Hello, I congratulate you on this beautiful trip (2018) that I have seen today 8/7/2021, simply beautiful, while some travel on buses and motorcycles you do it on a brompthon bicycle, it has great merit and effort, simply wonderful, beautiful videos and some beautiful wonderful images, I congratulate you for all this beautiful gift that you give to all of us who follow you, it is simply gratifying, greetings and thank you very much for your videos😊👍☘️🙏
Most kind sir
Fantastic Video, what gear setup are you using? -12? or custom?
Thanks! -12 is what I use, gives that little bit more comfort when on steeper climbs...
@@BromptonTraveler Thx for your answer, i use same as on my Brompton
It’s a pity such a fantastic video and so fee views, this deserves much more . Amazing video
Thanks Rashmin, views are increasing! Maybe you can help me??? :) Thanks
Brompton Traveler I am posting the link of this to my large cycling group.
@@rashminperla2 Thanks!
Amazing ..i saw the beauty from ur eye...u r a true creator
Thanks Gopesh, it's the beauty of the landscapes that speaks ;) Cheers
Amazing view and courage and strength. Salute!
Thanks Lalaine! Ladakh is a special place.
Inspiring !! How would you rate a Btwin tilt foldable bicycle can i do manali-leh on this?
Sorry but I wouldn't have a clue... Not many folding bike can take as much abuse as a Brompton can, which is helpful on those roads. Never say never though :) Coming to the worse you can fold it and hitchhike.
@@BromptonTraveler "Coming to the worse you can fold it and hitchhike" I like that positive vibe
this is great. Good video. I travel on a brompton in London also.
Thanks!
crazy that this dog can run so far!
Yes he was a strong puppy!
Want to say a lot about everything but then comment ll bcum essay 😂.
So in short... U r too good person, y?- I saw ur traveling blogs, India/Pakistan/Canada .... What I noticed is the country flag.... It is really a lot to put on head... Lv u for this... In Hindi - apna khaya rakhna n khush rehna 🙏
Thanks Govind! Much appreciated.
Hi Gianni Great trip. How did you book accommodation? Is there seasonal tent camping involved? How long was each day? Charlie
That's not an easy route to book and it isn't necessary. What is necessary is a tent for the times when there is nothing between days, otherwise you just ask the nomads in the Yurt and you can find accommodation in tourist Yurts which are providing for motorbikers and cyclists. Of course you can book in Manali and Leh! Cheers
Absolutely brilliant i was thinking of getting a Brompton as i like to cycle around cities and the countryside doing photography, watching this has inspired me to go further Portugal and europe thank you very much for sharing your experience 👍
marc oshea thanks a lot. Appreciated.
awesome, what the crank and sprocket size were you using on this video. It looks like single crank instead double ?
Setiawan Suryatmoko single crankset. It is a six speed Sturmey Archer gear hub system.
What month was it? Beautiful views. Nice shooting. I am watching fourth time this movie. You are enjoying full of our planet,no one can't live like.mother earth will remember you always.
August/September
Hello, thank you for this beautiful video. How many days did you took for this trip?
This trip was about 15 days of cycling and the rest spent for transfers and in Leh. Thanks!
I wonder if you remember me, a New Zealand guy cycling the other way. I wondered how you would get on on the 21 hairpin bends on a brommie! Now I know, youre a star!
Craig I do! I believe I had told you about my Brompton UA-cam channel while we chat? What a ride we had around those beautiful mountains! How I get on 21 hairpins? Slowly! :) Little walk here and there but I arrived in Leh with the bike still in perfect conditions which is quite something... ;) Thanks a lot for getting in touch and maybe we'll cross roads again! I am easy to spot with a silly hat with flag and a weird bike....Take care and Happy New Year full of travels. ;)
@@BromptonTraveler Yes you told me! Im about to buy a folding bike on your inspiration and cycle some Pacific islands. One day, see you on the road somewhere!
This is incredibly impressive. However, I imagine that on these long downhills the Brompton 16 inch rims overheat?
Thanks! That can be an issue on a Brompton but maybe riding conservatively downhill I have never really experienced it. On this trip the altitude meant there were cooler temperatures too and also the mountain climbs and descents in Ladakh are really long but mostly with gentle gradients.
2nd viewing. More enriched after reading the book! Highly recommend the book, Fun and interesting and fun! lol
Great to hear! I guess the videos look a little different after having read the book. Many thanks.
Hi Gianni, Thanks for putting your videos !!!!!! It’s very nicely chronicled bike journeys. I have toured Manali-Leh & upto Khardung La on a normal bike. But just 6 gears on Brompton May be a limiting factor. I have struggled climbing TanglangLa even on normal bike with 20-120 gear inches. Lowest gear inch on Brompton is about 33 inches. What is your experience on climbing those steep grades in Himalayas on Brompton ? I am considering folding bike in near future. Did you consider Tern Touring ? What are the main reasons you want stick to only 6 gear of Brompton ? Do you have a modified Brompton gearing ? Any insights in gearing of Brompton is welcome. TIA
Thanks Prashant! First I use a Brompton because it is very easy to carry on planes, trains, cars, buses and so on. This helps when you take the bike with you on tour of course. To the gears. I have standard Sturmey Archer 12% reduced gearing which is offered by Brompton when you buy the bike. Like you say there are times if the road is really steep when those 6 gears are not enough and here and there I don't mind to walk a little if I have to. Manali Leh grades were actually not too bad and I was mostly able to cycle all the climbs with a few walks on some steep stretches but of course altitude makes everything much harder there. I had a Dahon many years ago ( I believe they are related to Tern... ) and that bike was just not reliable for touring. It had great gearing system but stearing stem that folded was badly designed and I needed a shop to fix things every few months. I believe Tern should be better by now but I have no experience with them. Brompton I can testify are as good a folding bike you can get when talking of reliability which is key. You need to maintain them before you travel and I have mine serviced by a Brompton dealer before I leave for each tour and never had a problem with them. Cheers!
Amazing trip. Did you have any mechanical breakdowns during your trip? What spare parts did you bring with you?
No mechanical breakdowns. I bring spare spokes, brake and gear cables,, spare tyres, a few chain links and spare brake pads. Thanks
Great vid, thanks for taking us with you. Tell us more about the little dog, please.
The little dog started playing with Andrea's shoe laces in Darcha a little river crossing place with a few tents and stores. Despite being not much more than a puppy, Darcha ( as we called him....) had all the enthusiasm to follow us for 2 days up to 4800 metres, barking at all the large trucks that dared to come too close to us. He was really friendly and made the cycling even more fun. Challenges came at night trying to figure out what we could offer him to eat. In the end the only thing he liked were the energy bars that we had planned to keep in case of being stranded away from food... Further challenges awaited in the morning. If you have a chance don't try to pitch or unpitch a tent with a puppy dog, a lost cause. Tethering lines and little bags containing our things became a fun fair to Darcha. We got worried he would follow us further up the mountains as there were no more places to get food and our biscuits were running low; we were relieved when he somehow disappeared during one of our stops in the last inhabited place. I would like to think that he will follow cyclists up and down Ladakh for many years to come!
Fanbloomintastic! Beautiful scenery , what an epic journey , You didnt suffer from altitude sickness either, Bravo!
How fast were you going down those hills?
btw ,how many punctures ?
On that particular trip I was blessed with none!
@@BromptonTraveler wow, and that was a long way on rough terrain too !
@@Zen_Not_Zen in my experience most punctures happen on the side lanes of large roads with lots of traffic. Mostly urban area.
Is the titanium brompton as proven as the steel one yet? Is this the steel one or the steel hybrid one, I'll go through and try to see which model he's used
Not sure. I believe it should be strong but I can only say that steel ones, the one I have used so far, are solid frames that last.
nice. sorry i was watching through which steel models did you use and which 4 speed, six speed, internal hub or etc, and were you using the steel with Ti parts version or pure steel@@BromptonTraveler
Standard 6 reduced gear. It's all in here if you are interested. ua-cam.com/video/vfQe4f0jbZs/v-deo.htmlsi=TREUAh39K0bn_Ro_ @@BenCremeTechwear
Again amazing video. awesome scenery. ( Very jealous )
Thanks a lot.
what a wonderful video - thanks so much for sharing and congratulations on the achievement. As an aside, would you recommend Leh as an interesting tourist spot? I have always been fascinated by Ladakh
Thanks! This was my second time in Leh with almost ten years gap. The second time I found it quite transformed with new hotels springing up all over the place and a larger city than I remembered. I definitely recommend Ladakh for the landscapes and its people, it is a fascinating place. Leh itself has some interesting spot to visi but can be used as a base to trips around the Indus valley with lots of amazing tibetan monasteries and mountains. Nubra valley behind a range I have also read is worth a visit.
@@BromptonTraveler excellent.. thanks do much for the reply
Do you walk on steep climbs or do you just ride?
On the real steep ones I do walk when necessary as on a Brompton I only have 6 gears and with all the luggage it is tough to cycle all the way. I enjoy a walk here and there anyway ;)
Amazing filming
Thanks!
Did the Brompton bicycle company support you to make the trip? Thanks for your wonderful video and take care.
Not at all. Thanks for watching!
well its clear your living your dream. Carry on, we love watching the world through your eyes. thanks for replying
Thanks!
I’m planning on doing the same route from 19th April; what time of year did you do this Gianni & how many days in total was your trip?
I think it was 12 or 13 days of cycling. The distance is not great, if I remember 500/600km but of course altitude and bad roads in places will slow you down compared to what you can normally cover so be conservative with your plan. We did it end of August to mid September. April should be fine too, maybe a little cooler at high altitude. As far as facilities there aren't many (mostly nomad tents and a few villages with restaurants ) and one thing to check is if April they are already opened for tourists. Otherwise you would have to be prepared to carry more food and water just in case. Fantastic road otherwise and very dry and mostly sunny once you get over Rohtang pass from Manali. Enjoy!
Thank you Gianni. Out of the 12-13 days cycling how many days did you camp? Do you think it would be possible to do this route without a tent or would you recommend carrying all of my camping gear / stove etc as ‘back-up’? Going off your advice & others I’m going to change my dates from 1-18 June…
*Dates ‘to’ 1-18 June
@@markmark5159 I used the tent only on 2 nights. The trip can be done without a tent but when planning I thought I would like it for the flexibility. In remote places to have a shelter in case of bad weather or emergency I think is a good idea. Not to put you off, but the 2nd time I used it, was because my friend felt unwell in a remote area and we found a space in a car for him while I could stay where I was in a tent. June is much better and you should be ok with weather but altitude might slow you down at times and being forced to cover a certain distance to find accommodation can add to the challenge. No need for cooking things. Just bring water and snacks and light food you can use in an emergency.
@@BromptonTraveler thank you. Very much appreciated.
fantastic trip and video. thank you. i did a similar trip from manali to leh and panggong tso on a motorbike. Ur video makes me think about maybe i can do a brompton ride
Right! You have the advantage of knowing the road :) Although I wonder if they finished that tunnel that cuts out Rotang Pass? It was due to open soon... Thanks!
Brompton Traveler even better. Less traffic up rohtang
@@fsng282 Provided they keep it open that is... Hopefully they will!
Brompton Traveler lots of local tourist still goes to rohtang. The trucks probably will use the tunnels.
Gianni, thank you for the videos. Truly inspiring! What month did you cycle Manali to Leh?
I saw you answered this question in another comment. :)
@@ericvithalani I see! I probably said the same but they recommend August or September for that ride! Wonderful place.
Superb video, quite inspiring. I'd be very much interested to know the references of the musique during the first minute.
Cheers !
Sorry I don't have the titles anymore but it is music from www.epidemicsound.com
@@BromptonTraveler Thank you sir!
you cycling look like slow but you can did it very faster than mtb which your friend ride, amazing cycling bro well done
Takrelanakhidup I enjoy riding slow as I can appreciate the sceneries, take pictures and movies which are all part of what I love about cycling. If going fast was my priority I would chose a different bike, maybe one with an engine! I find Bromptons not much slower than regular bikes both uphill and on flats. I am slower downhill as I need to be careful about uneven roads due to the small wheels. Thanks!
Very nice view 👍
Ladakh landscape is unique.
Great video, what down jacket is that you are wearing.
If you mean the navy blue it is Uniqlo. The green one is a very light wind stopper. Thanks!
Absolutely amazing journey. The editing was so emotive. That little dog that followed was so cute. How far did he follow you?
The little dog started playing with Andrea's shoe laces in Darcha a little river crossing place with a few tents and stores. Despite being not much more than a puppy, Darcha ( as we called him....) had all the enthusiasm to follow us for 2 days up to 4800 metres, barking at all the large trucks that dared to come too close to us. He was really friendly and made the cycling even more fun. Challenges came at night trying to figure out what we could offer him to eat. In the end the only thing he liked were the energy bars that we had planned to keep in case of being stranded away from food... Further challenges awaited in the morning. If you have a chance don't try to pitch or unpitch a tent with a puppy dog, a lost cause. Tethering lines and little bags containing our things became a fun fair to Darcha. We got worried he would follow us further up the mountains as there were no more places to get food and our biscuits were running low; we were relieved when he somehow disappeared during one of our stops in the last inhabited place. I would like to think that he will follow cyclists up and down Ladakh for many years to come!
I’m glad he gave you and Andreas much joy on your journey. It is just amazing how little and simple things in life like this encounter with Darsha can be so memorable.
Brompton Traveler The dogs do bark at traffic , they are natural guard dogs 🐕. Also they are kept to keep the snakes away. And any would be predators. They tend to all look the same . They belong to the villages.
What a great and impressive video. I love the little dog. He has stolen my heart. I never could leave him back.
You did another nice trip! Well done! Looking forward to your next tours and your videos. Cheers from Austria, Helmut
P.s.: what's the chainring in front of your Brompton sized? 44?
Thanks a lot. I use the standard Brompton 12% reduced gearing which I believe still comes with the 44T.
Just amazing I’m in awe 👏👏👏👏
Thanks!
What gearing have you got? 12% reduction? or maybe greater?
Standard 12% reduction.
@@BromptonTraveler Thanks for that. I am trying out a new Brompton tomorrow. My wife and I loved your India video. My mate and I traveled around India when we were in our 50's. The only place we did not strike horrendous traffic was in Darjeeling. Keep those videos coming!
Very nice film...I feel very bad as the furthest I have ridden on my Brompton is from London to Reading - about 40 miles.
That’s what most people use them for so don’t worry! They were built for cities but can go further :)
@@BromptonTraveler Thanks for the reply. May I know what spares you brought with you? Bromptons are rare in India so not easy to find 16 inch tyres, tubes etc.
amzng video.. u should try to trvl in indonesia.. when is the time... hhh
I hope one day to be able to! Thanks a lot.
Amazing sceneries...I’ll go there
Yes, beautiful place!
What happened to the puppy that was following you? BTW I really enjoyed your video thanks for sharing your inspirational adventure.
He was with us a couple of days then realised that we hardly had enough food for us and disappeared in one of the last camps we passed before climbing high. Thanks!
This video is a treat for my eyes.. Thanks sir.. Is it manual or electric bike? Do airlines charged any extra for bike?..
bike with legs! :) No charges on airlines as they do not know I carry a bike. That is the idea of traveling with a folding bike.
@@BromptonTraveler thanks for the prompt reply. So the folding bike packed in a some special bag?
Kamal Dholakia lots of video on packing on my channel. Have a look. Cheers
@@BromptonTraveler I'm not watching but "chewing" your videos..stay blessed..
At 42 mins, there is a light floating in the mountain range.what is that?
IF it is what I think you mean it was a sunset beyond the mountains?
nice video, how long that cute puppy following you gus,..
Was with us a couple of days! Wish I could keep him
You gotta show us a pic of your Brompton after all these adventures!
Still actually holding on in one piece! I moved the rack after my latest trip to Patagonia to a new Brompton so you can see it on my last video about replacing a rack! :) Thanks
i cant help wondering what you think about when travelling. it must be very cathartic . love the videos, ty
Not much thinking going on Sandra. While cycling in a place you don’t know, you are living in the excitement of fresh sights and sounds that change at each moment ! Not much thinking makes it really cathartic. Highly recommended ;)
Which Brompton model is this ?
M type 6 gears with reduced option.
Thank YOU
You are welcome!
Marvellous.
Many thanks!
Isn't it so tiring in such small wheels bicycle?
A little more than on regular bikes but much easier to transport.
Sir, who is the other man that cycled with you? You could've given a brief intro about him. Btw, soo cool you're travelling the world on your Brompton. Cheers mate.
Friend of mine called Andrea. Also from Italy and he is the person that introduced me to bike touring. Many thanks.
Just returned from a seven-day tour of Taiwan's North and East Coasts on my Brompton -- you should really go there
Great to know Adam. Will add it to my todo list... :) If you have any video or blog to share I will add it on my Brompton blog! Cheers.
@@acustica4953 yes I have imagined filming something like these vids but have too many toys and "to-do"s already... Maybe in 2019
thanks!
Just checked yr channel & I'm dismayed that you have no videos.
@@pali_aha2781 Thanks... if you search "Adam J Duncan" you'll find my videos but they're not really what you have in mind...
I love your traveling. I want to ride in all those places with the new Brompton that I am going to get one.
Wonderful! You will enjoy it.
@@BromptonTraveler I will be looking for the details. I have been traveling in India twice.
Great, inspiring video. Painfully cheesy, soppy music. Maybe try more jazz/classical, even traditional Tibetan. That aside, it amazes me what you can do on a Brompton, with good organisation, careful planning, and of course a certain amount of tenacity.
Thanks Robert. Music is a matter of personal taste. Can't please everybody but that was what fitted in my mind at the time of editing! Thanks for watching.
@@BromptonTraveler yes, of course, you are right. I was rude. Sorry. Most of the music was very fitting, it’s just the lyrics of some of the soul music that was annoying. It did not spoil the excellent video though.
You as true cyclo-marathonist.
thanks!
India 🇮🇳🤟
Indeed! 🚴
Malayali
Hey fellow Brompton aficionado. I did the same journey on my Brompton in September. Did you attempt Khardung La at the end of your trip. Brilliant photography!
Hi Chris, and I thought I was the only one a little nuts to try! :) I arrived in Leh on the 9th September, I must have just missed you then. I had no time for Khardung La this time around. Hopefully one day I can get back there and do Nubra and other roads. How did your Brompton hold? I was really lucky with weather as I am sure rain and mud would have made it much more challenging.... :) Let me know if you have a blog or video of your trips I can share on my blog. Cheers.
@@BromptonTraveler hi buddy. I set off from Manali on the 2nd of September and arrived in Leh on the 12th. Amazing trip. Did Khardung La on the 13th. This is my first post on UA-cam, i had to comment and its great to know im not the only guy to do such a great trip on such an amazing bicycle. Its quite late here in the Uk but id really like share our experiences on these terrific little bikes. I did cycle 2000km through the Alps in 4 weeks in July from Geneva to Cortina which was terrific and a 10 day round trip through Israel and Jordan in May. Ill try and get my youngest daughter to put a film together of the photos ive taken on the trips. It would be great to know what else you have planned. Many thanks Christopher.
Yes would be great to share experiences. I am planing North Thailand end of January then West China next September if it works out. I live in Luton, if you are anywhere south send me an email and one day we can have a chat? Go to the about section of this channel to send email. Cheers! @@chrishand7558
@@BromptonTraveler Good morning Brompton traveller.. Wow Thailand and China sound great. My email address is Chrishand118@gmail.com, if you email me i can send you some pictures of my India trip. I really fancy a trip to South America, possibly Bolivia in the near future. Cheers Christopher.
Its wonderful
Thanks a lot!
I bought yesterday one brompton 6 speeds, black edition rawlacker...I'm so happy
@@annambabioch9169 wonderful! My new one is black too. Plain but nice colour I think... :) Enjoy your rides.
Do flights charge for brompton?
Nobody as ever known I fly with one ...
Brompton Traveler I guess custom bags from the local manufacturers would be more practical for use
I have a few videos showing how i pack mine. Cheers
Brompton Traveler I have seen that, that’s bring me some thoughts of making mine, one of my friends have bag stitching shop. Let’s see
That would work!
Amazing! ❤
Thank you! 😄