I live in the PNW and commute year round. My favourite winter gloves are pretty lame, but highly effective. I use rubber dish gloves with wool liners. It's one of a very few solutions I've used that actually keeps my hands dry and warm. Plus it's cheap to replace when they wear out. If you want to look cool, any of the neoprene paddling gloves are good options, but they cost way more.
Frist tour we did we stayed at bed and breakfast hotels. Took a pair of high heels............never needed them!!. You live and learn !! Keep Safe guys and keep em coming!
The heels! Yea, the first thing we sent home was our change of "fancy clothes" since we thought, we would need to dress up more in Europe. Turns out we just prefer to be vagabond cyclists lol
I'm riding Canada to Ushaia next year....I live a few hours from Banff. I've ridden Banff to Jasper 3 times and it's one of the most beautiful rides you'll ever do.
It's hilarious right when I was thinking about zip off pants, you mentioned them. I have had three pairs from different brands but mostly used them for flexibility on trips. I haven't had an issue with the zippers on bikes although I switched to recumbent trikes for the last two years. I tend to bring underwear and shirts in threes, with one clean, wearing one and washing one as my longtime hotel routine for light backpack touring. I haven't done any bike touring yet, so I am getting some good stuff going through your old videos.
Doing Phx to New Mexico boarder and back in 2 weeks if it stops raining. The tour is a solo solar e-bike so I need the sun for at least half the day. 550 to 600 miles.
@@radbikeadventure Going to take your advice on this one and not do 100 each day. More around 50 miles a day and enjoy the forest. My first and last day will be 100 miles and at night because I would die if I don't get way out of the valley before sun up. T-12ish days.
Take fewer T shirts and buy one on the trip that creates a memory. I use neoprene kayak gloves for extra cold wear. The ones with silicone grippers, a bit like Castelli, but much cheaper.
I did my first longer trip at the beginning of June, it was my first time out longer than two nights. I was surprised by how long I could wear a merino shirt out on the road and it didn't smell. Doing laundry was challenging, it's very humid here and laundry doesn't like to dry unless I just wear it after washing or it gets to sit a couple days. While my trip wasn't the most scenic (northern VA to VA Beach) I really loved the experience of traveling a longer distance on my own, and I did get to make some pretty cool stops along the way. I did not stop to see the world's oldest ham though.
R and D, my favorite bike tour was my first "The Bike Centennial" in 1976. Crossing the US as an extreme Newbie was eye opening to say the least. And it was only 10 speed all the way.
Nice breakout. My swag mirrors my UL hiking kit except the addition of lined shorts. Pants pulled over. I am a delicate flower and need them for rides for more than an hour. My long sleeve fishing shirts (nylon/poly) are airy and less grams than a wool T. More versatile. I am a heliophobe, less sun the better, so I like hiking long pants for day cycling. Good name ones have a better gusset in the crotch making bike shorts under more comfortable for me (he/him). Rain gear is also wind gear in the Western US. My rule is 13's rather 2's. Never completely make it. But it is almost a fun challenge while keeping the rider aware of both volume and weight on swag.
Gloves (mild Reynaud ): For cold (0-25F ) riding, lobster gloves are my favorite ( 2 fingers, split, 2 fingers, thumb, like a glove and a mitten had offspring) with decent dexterity (can fasten/unfasten racing XC Ski bindings in them) 25-45F I like my Fox D30s (with the exception that they smell like Taco Doritos ?!?? v8v for an unknown reason ) Haven't found a pair of waterproof gloves I love (either hot and sweaty or not that waterproof) so I usually go with a semi waterproof shell and a pair of polypropylene liner gloves (because they stay warm when wet and don't get as heavy as wool) When it gets below 40F, I have to wear neoprene shoe covers when I bike or the Reynaud kicks in (frostless frostbite, yay? )
I won some Cannondale Blaze gloves 6 years ago. Still my go to gloves. Lobster claws for below 15°. One thing to keep in mind is to make sure whatever gloves you get are not too tight especially around the fingers.
Fully agree with you on merino wool! I've used it for around 12 years (not the same items I should add LOL). Hats, gloves and socks are a must. Love your videos. Best wishes from Wales.
Just to add to this great list, a Sarong is handy, it packs small and can be used as a screen, towel, clothing, sunshade, sitting mat, carry bag, a throw, a pillow the list goes on .
Hi Ryan and Darin! So inspired by your trip experiences and biking advice! Thank you for your videos. I just bought an old bike off Craigslist and am enjoying it so much. Look so forward to my little evening rides after work:) After watching some of your videos I am now very interested in trying bikepacking! If you ever have interest in coming up to Ventura for a day or weekend ride I’d love to host you all! There is a 15 mile trail from Ventura to Ojai that I’ve been looking forward to trying out! Take care and thanks again for all your fun content!
Great video and easy to follow. I just went on a 3 day mini tour and took 3 "changes" of clothes and needless to say, I didn't use them all, but had to log them around with me. :)
GAP\CO Pittsburgh to Washington D.C. was our favorite tour. Lots of options from primitive camping to great B&Bs. Did laundry twice in 7 days-mostly due to rain.
Love you two! My niece and I were supposed to ride across Canada this year (Victoria to St.John's) but there were still too many restrictions for when we wanted to leave and since we plan to share our ride and be very public with it, we couldn't really sneak through anywhere and were forced to postpone until next summer. However, this now gives us more time to refine our whole kit which brings me here! I agree with the merino wool. I love it and definitely need to upgrade to more merino items! Anyway, keep up the great videos! Cheers from Alberta!
I recently bought some merino wool t-shirts. Works great until I sweat like a beast - then it seems to pool the sweat on the shirt. But, it does not get stinky.
Our favorite place to bike tour is Taiwan, we lived there for 6 years. However, we are planning bike trip across the US (west to east) starting Spring 2022.
Big thumbs up! Flip flops for camp showers and beach best of all they’re cheap, light weight and dry fast ( cloth sandals not so much) . Plus easy to fix with duct tape (ask me how I know😂)
Hey Chris, glad it helped. It’s so simple yet also took me some time to realize it’s a great place to start and not feel overwhelmed w “what clothes do I pack?!”
Two main places I’d love to go bikepacking through are Italy…. And, while I’m stuck to Australia with no international travel, through the centre of Aus
I’m in the middle of my very first bike tour! 5 days near Toronto. Figuring out what clothes to bring was tough!! Turns out everything I brought served it’s purpose and I did Laundry exactly when it was convenient. I wish I had sandals though I’ll be riding in pouring rain tomorrow :(
Hi Ryan. One of my biggest concerns about bike touring, especially on your own, is having to leave your bike and all your stuff to pop into a shop or when you sleep in a tent with bike outside. Have you ever used an audible bike alarm that goes off when the bike is moved and can you recommend a good one that isn’t too big?
I like to wear poly pro long bottoms in the rain instead of a rain pants. They do double duty instead of a sleeping bag liner. Better to be wet and warm instead of sweaty and clamy. I have switched to the thin padded underwear with baggy shorts with pockets for a blend in look . The padded underwear is much more comfortable off the bike. A light weight 16 oz puffy jacket is year around must for me since I live in the middle of the USA with year round temperature extremes. A hot day can be followed by a icy cold downpour. Lighten your load by carrying a 15 oz down blanket and the hooded jacket becomes your hood sleeping bag. Or on a warmish night your pillow. My four season sock choice is Alpaca. Since it is animal fiber, they stay clean longer, and are anti bacterial. They are cool on hot days and warm on cold days they stay clean longer, are cool on hot days and warm on cold days. I think in THREE layers for all body parts , feet, arms, hands, head, legs, torso. First is the base layer next to the skin, Second is the mid layer and Third is the outer layer. This also applies also to your sleeping system , Some days you will only need the base layer of clothing or sleeping system. On the coldest day you will need all three layers. As the recapture rises remove a layer when temp drops add a layer. Ryan showed you every layer and that will be all you will need to bring. The one addition I would make to Ryan's list is a long sleeve, hooded, poly pro Tee . A go anywhere, do everything fast drying necessity and weights maybe 5 or 6 oz. With a merino sweater over the top and a wind jacket you are set to go. For a number of years I have worn Keen sandals with the toe plate and platform peddles. In camp I trade out my biking socks for my camp sock and wear my keens in the shower. My washing machine on the road is my large dry bag.
I would love to ride around Scotland (Dundee, Kirriemuir, Forfar area to start) with my partner. A trip I have done 4 times is take the Alaska Railroad from Anchorage to Fairbanks and pedal back along the Parks Highway. Usually a really nice ride.
Yes, Scotland is beautiful! I was lucky enough to cycle Isle of Skye on my first trip but Darin really wants to go and id love to return for more exploring! Alaska’s on the list too 😉
I keep taking just a bit too much on 1 and 2 night trips (kidding myself I like to be comfortable). Always seem to have clothes not worn and food not eaten when back home! Agree with you on "zip off" trousers, although a pair from Maier I have are pretty good, but not quite perfect.
It’s hard to leave things behind but it does get easier with experience. Learning to just you made he right choices ahead of time. It’s also really nice to only carry things that have function (plus some things you hope you’ll never need like first aid and tools )
@@radbikeadventure Hi again, I love the pair of you, and your dogs! I am a a guy (pensioner over 70) from UK who now lives in Austria. Wild camping here is not just frowned on, it is illegal. (Fairly hefty fine and moved on if caught). You can sleep without a tent (bivouac) if you are too tired to continue on your journey, but even a tarp gets a bit iffy! I have been wandering the hills, climbing, backpacking, and more recently cycling, since I was 15. For over thirty years I was an active member of a prominent UK mountain rescue team. Therefore, I regard myself as a reasonably experienced outdoors person. Even so I still take too much on bike touring trips! It doesn't seem to matter if it is 1 night or 5, I take too much. I half convince myself to cut down next time and then chicken out. Backpacking, no problem, complete minimalist! On the bike total dumbkopf (idiot)! As an example I have a seriously large collection of stoves, backpacking I take 1. On the bike always 2. What is wrong with me?
Well you know ive only done one tour ! but next one would maybe be Finland-Sweden-Norway just follow a rout. or go to every lake in Finland as a project :D we got a few. Also some trails in the US offcourse.
It will take you time go every lake in finland, its even more lakes in sweden, 100 000 lakes here. If u join langfärdscykling fb group, you can get much info for scandinavia and finland. Good luck
1. Most wanted tour = Adventure Cycling Pacific Coast route, esp. San Francisco to San Diego. 2. "Bandanas have a lot of uses"- truer words etc. Another use can be stanching a minor abrasion/laceration (putting pressure on a wound can help relieve pain). This might make the difference between having to wait for help vs being able to finish the ride and get to where you can receive medical attention. Take two!
You’re a “cutie” young lady…and I’m saying that as you remind me of my sister and my daughter. I don’t know you from Adam (uh, Eve!), but I am proud of you and your partner’s adventuresome spirit, and willingness to share. I’m quickly approaching my late 60s…I’m retired Navy and retired federal wildlife law enforcement officer. Both careers were at times physically challenging, so fitness has always been a part of my life….and continues to be. Once fully retired, I attempted a thru hike of the AT, but an old Navy aircraft accident injury caused an unexpected flare up of back pain and loss of control of my left leg “ten miles from nowhere”! While I still backpack, I’m getting into bikepacking. Your suggestions are spot on. Redundancy in your clothing selection….outstanding! Redundancy in planning has saved my bacon more than once in some pretty “sketchy” situations….situations that today give me some great “sea stories” to tell my kids. In planning my first bikepack trip, I have been concerned with clothing to meet the “sometimes challenging” weather in New England. And bike shorts! God, how I hate them….stupid padding! I just can’t get used to them regardless the number of miles….but I’ll keep trying! I wish you and yours, many long and happy (and SAFE!) smiles with the miles. And Bravo-Zulu, very nicely done video….well done, to the point, with a positive, light personality!! I’m a subscriber, now. Be well! Ride safe!, (okay…that’s the “Dad” in me!).
Cycling Route 66 from Santa Monica to Chicago 9/12. Going to be hosting a charitable dinner party for a paraplegic man to get an accessible van upon arrival in Chicago. First tour, binge watching your valuable content at 2:40 AM : ) - Chef T👨🍳💪
Have you tried Outdoor Research gloves? I have a pair of their shooting gloves, and they offer better dexterity than anything I've tried, including mechanic's gloves. The model I have was discontinued years ago, but their other gloves are probably worth a look.
Thanks I will check them out! Dexterity is definitely something I look for . No good if I can’t set up a tent or open my bags w my gloves on. Thanks Edwin
When riding without padded shorts, what are your favorite underoos? I’ve found it difficult to find marino wool undies that are comfy for riding (for female anatomy).
Hi Erin, we usually do opt for merino wool. We both had a couple Icebreaker pairs (boy short and bikini) and another couple pairs from Stoic. I would try a few different styles to see which works for you. Do you think it was the material or the way they fit? Maybe longer would be better so the seam doesn't become uncomfortable? Your saddle will also have a big impact on comfort so I'd make sure that is dialed in for you too. Without the padded shorts, you'll notice something ill-fitting much moreso!
@@radbikeadventure It’s been a variety … I snagged a pair of cycling ones that were boxer brief style from a place in AUS and discovered they had a seam down the middle (they were designed by and made for men, also not returnable). Then I tried the Ortovox ones that are longer and 100% wool; they ended up being too thin and stretchy and would ride HARD up my ass 😂 Finally I’ve landed on Smartwool merino hipster briefs (they’re slightly more ass coverage than bikini) and found them to be decent. My only concern with these is that when it’s hot, they get soaked and aren’t as good as a thicker 100% Marino at wicking (they’re blended with a synthetic). 🤷♀️ Ideally, I would love a pair that is more of a boxer brief - long enough to come down over my hips so they don’t ride like boy shorts - 60+% Marino, with a gusset or smooth crotch. Hard to dial in for my specific body without making them myself (someday!).
Getting ready for a week-long supported bike tour on the Katy Trail. Leaving in 5 days and trying to figure our what to pack, so this was perfect. Thanks! (And omg I've never camped, so I'm kinda wigged out.)
I live in the PNW and commute year round. My favourite winter gloves are pretty lame, but highly effective. I use rubber dish gloves with wool liners. It's one of a very few solutions I've used that actually keeps my hands dry and warm. Plus it's cheap to replace when they wear out.
If you want to look cool, any of the neoprene paddling gloves are good options, but they cost way more.
I've heard about doing the dish glove thing, looks kinda crazy but sure is effective! Maybe I'll find some black ones
@@radbikeadventure Heavy duty automotive nitrile gloves are pretty close and it's hard to find in not black!
Frist tour we did we stayed at bed and breakfast hotels. Took a pair of high heels............never needed them!!. You live and learn !! Keep Safe guys and keep em coming!
The heels! Yea, the first thing we sent home was our change of "fancy clothes" since we thought, we would need to dress up more in Europe. Turns out we just prefer to be vagabond cyclists lol
The Katy trail was my favorite bike packing trip. The Trans American trail is on my bucket list tour, thanks for the great video
Katy trail is definitely on our list. So many rail trails we'd love to explore, many are dog friendly too!
Heading out for a trip across WA state in a few days. First bikepacking trip for me! Thanks for the info!
My friend and I are planning a trip down the Pacific Coast this summer! We are so excited!
I'm riding Canada to Ushaia next year....I live a few hours from Banff. I've ridden Banff to Jasper 3 times and it's one of the most beautiful rides you'll ever do.
Wow, that will be an incredible trip. How much time are you planning for it? We really want to ride to Ushaia from where we live (someday!)
@@radbikeadventure I'll be retired. So, no rush.
Hello from Turkey, Thank you for your great videos and sharing your experiences.
It's hilarious right when I was thinking about zip off pants, you mentioned them. I have had three pairs from different brands but mostly used them for flexibility on trips. I haven't had an issue with the zippers on bikes although I switched to recumbent trikes for the last two years.
I tend to bring underwear and shirts in threes, with one clean, wearing one and washing one as my longtime hotel routine for light backpack touring. I haven't done any bike touring yet, so I am getting some good stuff going through your old videos.
Thanks for sharing
Thanks, this video was really helpful. Hi from the UK
love the simplicity of the thinking - two of each. Pure genius
thank you for the tips packing for an nz summer bike tour your videos and tips have been great!
Doing Phx to New Mexico boarder and back in 2 weeks if it stops raining. The tour is a solo solar e-bike so I need the sun for at least half the day. 550 to 600 miles.
Good place to ride with sunshine tho! Sounds awesome
@@radbikeadventure Going to take your advice on this one and not do 100 each day. More around 50 miles a day and enjoy the forest. My first and last day will be 100 miles and at night because I would die if I don't get way out of the valley before sun up. T-12ish days.
Take fewer T shirts and buy one on the trip that creates a memory. I use neoprene kayak gloves for extra cold wear. The ones with silicone grippers, a bit like Castelli, but much cheaper.
Just done south west UK.. Devon and Cornwall. Then North Norfolk UK. Beautiful
Sounds lovely :)
I did my first longer trip at the beginning of June, it was my first time out longer than two nights. I was surprised by how long I could wear a merino shirt out on the road and it didn't smell. Doing laundry was challenging, it's very humid here and laundry doesn't like to dry unless I just wear it after washing or it gets to sit a couple days.
While my trip wasn't the most scenic (northern VA to VA Beach) I really loved the experience of traveling a longer distance on my own, and I did get to make some pretty cool stops along the way. I did not stop to see the world's oldest ham though.
R and D, my favorite bike tour was my first "The Bike Centennial" in 1976. Crossing the US as an extreme Newbie was eye opening to say the least. And it was only 10 speed all the way.
Very helpful. Thanks!
You’re welcome! Hope it helps keep ur panniers a little lighter!
Great video! I will definitely come back to watch it again. Super important issue. Keep up the great work 👍
Awesome, thank you! Glad it was helpful
New to your channel from Sydney, Australia 🐨
Planning to bike camping around Australia 🏕️🚴🏞️
Nice breakout. My swag mirrors my UL hiking kit except the addition of lined shorts. Pants pulled over. I am a delicate flower and need them for rides for more than an hour. My long sleeve fishing shirts (nylon/poly) are airy and less grams than a wool T. More versatile. I am a heliophobe, less sun the better, so I like hiking long pants for day cycling. Good name ones have a better gusset in the crotch making bike shorts under more comfortable for me (he/him). Rain gear is also wind gear in the Western US. My rule is 13's rather 2's. Never completely make it. But it is almost a fun challenge while keeping the rider aware of both volume and weight on swag.
Thanks for sharing Rob! Sounds like a good system
I've only done Pittsburgh to DC, which is a super chill tour. But I'd LOVE to travel out west. Really, anywhere out west. :)
Yes you should! And we need to get over to the east coast at some point.
Thank you , I brought a kona after watching your channel and I'm fallen love with it
Gloves (mild Reynaud ): For cold (0-25F ) riding, lobster gloves are my favorite ( 2 fingers, split, 2 fingers, thumb, like a glove and a mitten had offspring) with decent dexterity (can fasten/unfasten racing XC Ski bindings in them) 25-45F I like my Fox D30s (with the exception that they smell like Taco Doritos ?!?? v8v for an unknown reason ) Haven't found a pair of waterproof gloves I love (either hot and sweaty or not that waterproof) so I usually go with a semi waterproof shell and a pair of polypropylene liner gloves (because they stay warm when wet and don't get as heavy as wool)
When it gets below 40F, I have to wear neoprene shoe covers when I bike or the Reynaud kicks in (frostless frostbite, yay? )
Thank you for all the tips and recommends 👍
You might want to try putting mink oil on the leather. I do that to my leather winter shoes
I won some Cannondale Blaze gloves 6 years ago. Still my go to gloves. Lobster claws for below 15°. One thing to keep in mind is to make sure whatever gloves you get are not too tight especially around the fingers.
Fully agree with you on merino wool! I've used it for around 12 years (not the same items I should add LOL). Hats, gloves and socks are a must. Love your videos. Best wishes from Wales.
I use Kuhl zip off pants for hiking. The shorts area. lot shorter leg than other brands i’ve used, which I find a lot better
Kuhl does make really nice outdoors clothes. All of our stuff is still going strong. Might have to look into those
Helpful. I recommend you visit the himalayan mountains k2 and Nangaparbat view point from one place moses peak.add this sound in your bucket list.
Just to add to this great list, a Sarong is handy, it packs small and can be used as a screen, towel, clothing, sunshade, sitting mat, carry bag, a throw, a pillow the list goes on .
Ah that's true! Thanks for sharing Shann!
Really like your setup! That will help me to be more secure for mine :-)
Hi Ryan and Darin! So inspired by your trip experiences and biking advice! Thank you for your videos. I just bought an old bike off Craigslist and am enjoying it so much. Look so forward to my little evening rides after work:) After watching some of your videos I am now very interested in trying bikepacking! If you ever have interest in coming up to Ventura for a day or weekend ride I’d love to host you all! There is a 15 mile trail from Ventura to Ojai that I’ve been looking forward to trying out! Take care and thanks again for all your fun content!
Great video and easy to follow. I just went on a 3 day mini tour and took 3 "changes" of clothes and needless to say, I didn't use them all, but had to log them around with me. :)
We’ve all done it! Even on our last trip we ended up sending home a big bag of…you guessed it…clothing 😆
GAP\CO Pittsburgh to Washington D.C. was our favorite tour. Lots of options from primitive camping to great B&Bs. Did laundry twice in 7 days-mostly due to rain.
Love you two! My niece and I were supposed to ride across Canada this year (Victoria to St.John's) but there were still too many restrictions for when we wanted to leave and since we plan to share our ride and be very public with it, we couldn't really sneak through anywhere and were forced to postpone until next summer. However, this now gives us more time to refine our whole kit which brings me here! I agree with the merino wool. I love it and definitely need to upgrade to more merino items!
Anyway, keep up the great videos! Cheers from Alberta!
Watching while bike touring the San Juan Islands🌊🌊🙌🙌
I recently bought some merino wool t-shirts. Works great until I sweat like a beast - then it seems to pool the sweat on the shirt. But, it does not get stinky.
Our favorite place to bike tour is Taiwan, we lived there for 6 years. However, we are planning bike trip across the US (west to east) starting Spring 2022.
Favorite tour - Wild Atlantic Way in Ireland, Tour I wanna do - All the eurovelo routes I until I get sick of pastries
That’s a great plan!
You guys are great
Big thumbs up!
Flip flops for camp showers and beach best of all they’re cheap, light weight and dry fast ( cloth sandals not so much) . Plus easy to fix with duct tape (ask me how I know😂)
Great video. I did one week here in summer. I learnd, i took 2 flecce, just need one. Yeh to much cloths
It happens to us all!
I have a pair of smartwool full finger gloves that also have the little mitten flap thing too and I LOVE them.
Sounds super cozy for cold and dry weather riding!
Very smart approach. Kind of put a light bulb on for me not only for cycling but backpacking and travel in general.
Hey Chris, glad it helped. It’s so simple yet also took me some time to realize it’s a great place to start and not feel overwhelmed w “what clothes do I pack?!”
Ryan, another fantastic vid. Thanks.
Cheers Ian!
Now I can't get my planned 2022 London to Rome trip out of my mind.. Oh, I'm partial to Pearl Izumi cycle cross gloves.
Two main places I’d love to go bikepacking through are Italy…. And, while I’m stuck to Australia with no international travel, through the centre of Aus
We’d love to return to Italy for more cycling there. And yes, the center of Aus is another one we’d love to do. Darwin to Adelaide!
I'm planning a trip from Prague to the North Sea along the Elbe River in 2022.
Trying to get myself ready to do the munda biddi trail in Western Australia :)
Solid tip vid!
Thanks mate!
I’m in the middle of my very first bike tour! 5 days near Toronto. Figuring out what clothes to bring was tough!! Turns out everything I brought served it’s purpose and I did Laundry exactly when it was convenient. I wish I had sandals though I’ll be riding in pouring rain tomorrow :(
That’s great! Yes sandals are awesome in the rain as long as it’s not freezing!
Who’s the drummer? I am planning to do the Great Allegheny pass and C&O Canal in summer of 2022
Hi Ryan. One of my biggest concerns about bike touring, especially on your own, is having to leave your bike and all your stuff to pop into a shop or when you sleep in a tent with bike outside. Have you ever used an audible bike alarm that goes off when the bike is moved and can you recommend a good one that isn’t too big?
11:11 i feel like hulk when i wear those cut off trousers 😅 my thighs bursting out!
I like to wear poly pro long bottoms in the rain instead of a rain pants. They do double duty instead of a sleeping bag liner. Better to be wet and warm instead of sweaty and clamy. I have switched to the thin padded underwear with baggy shorts with pockets for a blend in look . The padded underwear is much more comfortable off the bike. A light weight 16 oz puffy jacket is year around must for me since I live in the middle of the USA with year round temperature extremes. A hot day can be followed by a icy cold downpour. Lighten your load by carrying a 15 oz down blanket and the hooded jacket becomes your hood sleeping bag. Or on a warmish night your pillow. My four season sock choice is Alpaca. Since it is animal fiber, they stay clean longer, and are anti bacterial. They are cool on hot days and warm on cold days they stay clean longer, are cool on hot days and warm on cold days. I think in THREE layers for all body parts , feet, arms, hands, head, legs, torso. First is the base layer next to the skin, Second is the mid layer and Third is the outer layer. This also applies also to your sleeping system , Some days you will only need the base layer of clothing or sleeping system. On the coldest day you will need all three layers. As the recapture rises remove a layer when temp drops add a layer. Ryan showed you every layer and that will be all you will need to bring. The one addition I would make to Ryan's list is a long sleeve, hooded, poly pro Tee . A go anywhere, do everything fast drying necessity and weights maybe 5 or 6 oz. With a merino sweater over the top and a wind jacket you are set to go. For a number of years I have worn Keen sandals with the toe plate and platform peddles. In camp I trade out my biking socks for my camp sock and wear my keens in the shower. My washing machine on the road is my large dry bag.
Favourite tour: Outer Hebrides
Up coming multi continental tour
Cool this going to be good
Hope it delivered😬! Anything else you’d suggest?
I would love to ride around Scotland (Dundee, Kirriemuir, Forfar area to start) with my partner.
A trip I have done 4 times is take the Alaska Railroad from Anchorage to Fairbanks and pedal back along the Parks Highway. Usually a really nice ride.
Yes, Scotland is beautiful! I was lucky enough to cycle Isle of Skye on my first trip but Darin really wants to go and id love to return for more exploring! Alaska’s on the list too 😉
After Christmas, I'm hitting the Munda Biddi. A 1000km (600mile) dedicated MTB track in sw Western Australia.
How was it??
I keep taking just a bit too much on 1 and 2 night trips (kidding myself I like to be comfortable). Always seem to have clothes not worn and food not eaten when back home! Agree with you on "zip off" trousers, although a pair from Maier I have are pretty good, but not quite perfect.
It’s hard to leave things behind but it does get easier with experience. Learning to just you made he right choices ahead of time. It’s also really nice to only carry things that have function (plus some things you hope you’ll never need like first aid and tools )
@@radbikeadventure Hi again, I love the pair of you, and your dogs!
I am a a guy (pensioner over 70) from UK who now lives in Austria. Wild camping here is not just frowned on, it is illegal. (Fairly hefty fine and moved on if caught). You can sleep without a tent (bivouac) if you are too tired to continue on your journey, but even a tarp gets a bit iffy!
I have been wandering the hills, climbing, backpacking, and more recently cycling, since I was 15. For over thirty years I was an active member of a prominent UK mountain rescue team. Therefore, I regard myself as a reasonably experienced outdoors person. Even so I still take too much on bike touring trips! It doesn't seem to matter if it is 1 night or 5, I take too much. I half convince myself to cut down next time and then chicken out. Backpacking, no problem, complete minimalist! On the bike total dumbkopf (idiot)!
As an example I have a seriously large collection of stoves, backpacking I take 1. On the bike always 2.
What is wrong with me?
Oh, forgot to ask, when are you going to be selling the socks? And how about some budget merino tees?
do u have a video on tents sleeping bags and cooking gear I am new to biking and don't want to over pack. ty
Well you know ive only done one tour ! but next one would maybe be Finland-Sweden-Norway just follow a rout. or go to every lake in Finland as a project :D we got a few. Also some trails in the US offcourse.
That’s a cool idea! And Your first tour was a great one!
It will take you time go every lake in finland, its even more lakes in sweden, 100 000 lakes here. If u join langfärdscykling fb group, you can get much info for scandinavia and finland. Good luck
@@mauritzallberg7302 nice i might look it up when the day comes, for me it will be more likley next summer.
1. Most wanted tour = Adventure Cycling Pacific Coast route, esp. San Francisco to San Diego. 2. "Bandanas have a lot of uses"- truer words etc. Another use can be stanching a minor abrasion/laceration (putting pressure on a wound can help relieve pain). This might make the difference between having to wait for help vs being able to finish the ride and get to where you can receive medical attention. Take two!
Absolutely!! Last trip I did pack 2 bandanas actually. They do come in handy
You’re a “cutie” young lady…and I’m saying that as you remind me of my sister and my daughter. I don’t know you from Adam (uh, Eve!), but I am proud of you and your partner’s adventuresome spirit, and willingness to share. I’m quickly approaching my late 60s…I’m retired Navy and retired federal wildlife law enforcement officer. Both careers were at times physically challenging, so fitness has always been a part of my life….and continues to be. Once fully retired, I attempted a thru hike of the AT, but an old Navy aircraft accident injury caused an unexpected flare up of back pain and loss of control of my left leg “ten miles from nowhere”! While I still backpack, I’m getting into bikepacking. Your suggestions are spot on. Redundancy in your clothing selection….outstanding! Redundancy in planning has saved my bacon more than once in some pretty “sketchy” situations….situations that today give me some great “sea stories” to tell my kids. In planning my first bikepack trip, I have been concerned with clothing to meet the “sometimes challenging” weather in New England. And bike shorts! God, how I hate them….stupid padding! I just can’t get used to them regardless the number of miles….but I’ll keep trying! I wish you and yours, many long and happy (and SAFE!) smiles with the miles. And Bravo-Zulu, very nicely done video….well done, to the point, with a positive, light personality!! I’m a subscriber, now. Be well! Ride safe!, (okay…that’s the “Dad” in me!).
Thanks for sharing! Tho now I'm a cute young lad. My true self! Will be back with more videos soon. Glad you found this one helpful!
I would love to bikepack Tahoe or if possible Yosemite.
Just be careful on those touristed roads! But yes, both gorgeous spots to explore by bike. The Tahoe Twirl route comes to mind!
@@radbikeadventure Yes I always wanted to do that route with my 27.5+ bikepacking bike it looks like a fun challenge.
Cycling Route 66 from Santa Monica to Chicago 9/12. Going to be hosting a charitable dinner party for a paraplegic man to get an accessible van upon arrival in Chicago. First tour, binge watching your valuable content at 2:40 AM : ) - Chef T👨🍳💪
Safe travels!
Dream ride = Tokyo to Kyoto, either the mountain route or the Nakasendo
Have you tried Outdoor Research gloves? I have a pair of their shooting gloves, and they offer better dexterity than anything I've tried, including mechanic's gloves. The model I have was discontinued years ago, but their other gloves are probably worth a look.
Thanks I will check them out! Dexterity is definitely something I look for . No good if I can’t set up a tent or open my bags w my gloves on. Thanks Edwin
Vancouver to Tijuana PCH starting in late May/June. Will I need warm cloths? Please and thank you!
Yes bring some warm layers! Near the coast it can get chilly. Always good to have one warm layer. Especially if you’ll be camping 😃
Anchorage -> Cabo
Niiiiiice . That would be an epic trip!
When riding without padded shorts, what are your favorite underoos? I’ve found it difficult to find marino wool undies that are comfy for riding (for female anatomy).
Hi Erin, we usually do opt for merino wool. We both had a couple Icebreaker pairs (boy short and bikini) and another couple pairs from Stoic. I would try a few different styles to see which works for you. Do you think it was the material or the way they fit? Maybe longer would be better so the seam doesn't become uncomfortable? Your saddle will also have a big impact on comfort so I'd make sure that is dialed in for you too. Without the padded shorts, you'll notice something ill-fitting much moreso!
@@radbikeadventure It’s been a variety … I snagged a pair of cycling ones that were boxer brief style from a place in AUS and discovered they had a seam down the middle (they were designed by and made for men, also not returnable). Then I tried the Ortovox ones that are longer and 100% wool; they ended up being too thin and stretchy and would ride HARD up my ass 😂 Finally I’ve landed on Smartwool merino hipster briefs (they’re slightly more ass coverage than bikini) and found them to be decent. My only concern with these is that when it’s hot, they get soaked and aren’t as good as a thicker 100% Marino at wicking (they’re blended with a synthetic). 🤷♀️
Ideally, I would love a pair that is more of a boxer brief - long enough to come down over my hips so they don’t ride like boy shorts - 60+% Marino, with a gusset or smooth crotch. Hard to dial in for my specific body without making them myself (someday!).
Iceland!
Ohh i really want to cycle there
There not right or wrong way .. but I find if your clothes can multifunction then save you bringing 2 offs
Agreed. And really depends on weather
@@radbikeadventure yeah packing for four season world tour clothes is hard . Trying to cover extreme weather
Strange I commented 5 times with links to stuff recommend and put link to where to get them all deleted or maybe needs approved because of the links
I’ll check on that but I have had UA-cam hide or delete comments which is really frustrating!
@@radbikeadventure I think you just need to approve them it be hidden as it thinks it spam
You survive with only 2 pairs of underwear and socks !!!!! I always have half a dozen, they don’t take up much room. But good video.
cotton linen clothing
yeey!!
Getting ready for a week-long supported bike tour on the Katy Trail. Leaving in 5 days and trying to figure our what to pack, so this was perfect. Thanks! (And omg I've never camped, so I'm kinda wigged out.)