Nice to see Canadian and Ukrainian flags in a field. Rescently I did complete 200km in a harsh rainy weather and that just a made an interesting adventure. Here in Ukraine we had no hope to ride a famous Paris-Brest-Paris due to war but enjoying to explopre our own countryside. Evil russians(each of them) would pay for what they did.
@muddytweed4 ай бұрын
I love the diversity of people and bikes in randonneuring, it really boils cycling and humanity down to its basics.
@irondistance43135 ай бұрын
For me I’m going with an old school antique Japanese steel touring bike with 34 CC tires
@freddixon5 ай бұрын
It is awesome to do these long rides with other folks. I hope to do a Brevet in 2024. Thank you for your insights. Sub'd ;<)
@freddixon5 ай бұрын
Great information. Sub'd ;<))
@CityWalks6 ай бұрын
Very helpful and reassuring. Thanks for this. -H
@christophersimser95007 ай бұрын
Your wife is a real inspiration! Thank you for this and your other videos. I wish you both a safe and successful year of riding in 2024.
@josephlyne82907 ай бұрын
Great talk thanks for sharing it ! Inspiring
@dirtygirlhikes22287 ай бұрын
Great video! I'm hoping to ride my first Populaire in a few months, and these tips are very helpful!
@SailingWayfinders7 ай бұрын
Hi Regan, I enjoyed riding with you. I think if I had it in me to do it again, I would so that there was no question about it. I would also , however, take the information from the lost ride (spedd,distavce/etc) and manually upload that information and mute the ride on strava. This way you have a relatively accurate accounting of your overall yearly stats. Cheers!
@linesided7 ай бұрын
Welcome to a community that needs the data more than the actual experience. Have a great 2024 (with or without damn data!!) Your question "what do you do" is only answered by a trained psychologist :)
@helendale76687 ай бұрын
I would just accept it, knowing that I had done it would be enough ! Happy New Year !
@Mr71paul717 ай бұрын
It's easy 600km is 36 hours tops with no sleep. Then if doing a 1200 km audax just ride 36 hours sleep 8 hours and ride another 36 hours that gives you loads of time
@rossmax7678 ай бұрын
I found the food at controls was not great. The villages on the way had no cafes/ shops to get food either. Western France is a food desert. First morning at a control I was served a bowl of coffee an apple turnover and a slice of cheesecake. What? For breakfast!! Was delighted to find a McDonalds at one stage. But it was a great experience and I will be back in 2027.
@tom_3668 ай бұрын
An enjoyable informative account of a super achievement, inspirational!
@Wizue8 ай бұрын
Hey i just saw both videos, they were really nice! Would it be possible to get in contact with Christian? I am from germany in want to get into the sport but am overwhelmed with the information out there. Thanks in advance :)
@arusswurm47338 ай бұрын
Very inspiring video and video series from a viewer who has discovered cycling later years. Thanks!
@tonybradford90618 ай бұрын
Wow. I did same when i realised that my mate who had struggled with sunstroke was going to finish. Fastest 200, 400 and 600km. First two days were bonkers fast. Was a road and track racer 20 years ago ...that helped.
@pauljones50668 ай бұрын
I cried a tear, you wiped it dry
@ronskayakingandfishing4148 ай бұрын
Great interview, I really enjoyed hearing his experiences.
@2zirc9 ай бұрын
I love the fact that she is so understated and yet a superstar in the world of cycling. She rides for the pure joy of cycling. It is humbling and inspiring.
@VeloSansFin9 ай бұрын
i had similar experience in a local long ride. Couldn't sleep in the arranged dorm but slept well in a temple which was quiet and peaceful. Excellent videos. You are helping others who cannot experience the PBP to get a glimpse. Thank you sir
@jeffhildreth92449 ай бұрын
Excellent interview, thanks.. inspirational.
@VeloSansFin9 ай бұрын
very good discussion
@rossmax7679 ай бұрын
I could never see the point of a 4 or 5am start as you would never get any sleep the night before the start. I prefer to start in the evening and ride through the first night instead of lying awake waiting for a 4 am start. Also can’t see the point of the 80 or 84hr groups. Good interview.
@inigoo.76989 ай бұрын
Every interview so different and at the same so interesting. Thank you Tom and Regan.
@lokerola9 ай бұрын
Great interview, thanks!
@mikemartin779 ай бұрын
Regan, interesting video. I watched a bunch of your vids when I was prepping for PBP. You should interview some fast Canadians...... 😀
@timh50619 ай бұрын
Really interesting interview. A lot to learn from the insights of these two experienced riders. Not just for aspiring PBP participants, but for randonneurs or ultra racing in general.
@mhirschbold9 ай бұрын
I consider myself very lucky to have been able to get so many useful tips and advice from Deirdre before doing PBP this year. I feel she was a big part of the reason why I was able to finish. A big Thank You to her!!
@mdaniellee9 ай бұрын
I am so pleased to see Deirdre recognized for her wonderful accomplishments. She is truly an inspiration, and I am so proud to have met and ridden with her in as a member of the BC Randonneurs. After hearing about Nigel's illness seeing them both at the finish was a truly an amazing moment. I was happier for them finishing that I was for myself! Fingers crossed she will be up to the challenge again in 2027.
@MH-js8vb9 ай бұрын
Wow!
@PatrickJamesKiernan9 ай бұрын
Really inspiring with lots of practical advice! Many thanks!
@stephenrosen85829 ай бұрын
Great interview. After completing my first PBP and 1200km in 68 hours I could really share with the words of wisdom (and pain) from both guests and yourself.
@jarosawzon42729 ай бұрын
I can't hear you at all. The music drowns out everything.
@germainearendse44789 ай бұрын
Congratulations Deidre. Awesome accomplishment ⭐️ so inspirational
@jimjames35219 ай бұрын
What a wonderful accomplishment
@lokerola9 ай бұрын
Wow - what an accomplished rider! Great job Deirdre!
@clubvelorandonneursquebec9 ай бұрын
Great interview! Thank you!
@chriscairns6549 ай бұрын
Audax is unsupported. Thats part of the challenge.