Cool

Chamois cream may well have helped

Mat, has it seen a lot of weather? Does it stretch/leak in heavy rain?

I really enjoyed this review, thanks very much! You have a new subscriber!

I can't tell by looking but do you run tubeless too?

To me it's missing tire levers to be perfect.

Ive got the m17 and its great.

Certain you previously mentioned using Jack the bike rack. If able, I do look forward to your review of that product.

I have the M17, cracking bit of kit and will last a lifetime

A few years ago I got my wife and son a M20 for Christmas. Even if they never use it, I know they have it. That , a Dyna plug , a wolf tooth master link tool and a couple other things should get them back home .

Just paused to check my mnt bike. All 4mm with one larger riser bolt that's probably some SAE size and only Phillips is on the derailleur so I really only need two tools, but that chain break tool looks really good. Can you take off the tools you don't need?

Like that, it's handbag size😊

Hi Mat, I'm looking at buying this bike myself. Can I ask what size you went for? I've heard you say in another video that you're 5'10" which is the same as me, but I have a slightly short inseam for my height. I'm thinking I'm a 52cm in frame size as I've looked at the geometry chart for the bike and it looks similar to my other bike, so any clues you could give to sizing would be very welcome. Bike sizing is a very personal thing but I I'd be interested to hear what you went for none the less 👍 many thanks and keep up the videos, they're great 👍👍

Why not a kickstand....?.....I'd never have a bike with out one

People really want those Brooks to be comfortable because they are cool...but they are not for most of us......Terry Liberator Y....for me...bring extra underwear...just throw them away as they get wet...Im not carting wet underware around... 6 pack=$9 Walmart...

Tiny tip as a fellow Aeropress user (great vid by the way), but when you store your press, make sure to push the punger all the way through so it "Pops" out the other end. If the edges of the rubber are trapped inside the main chamber they will lose the ability to keep it super airtight over time. Little tip I implement into my set-up even tho then the plastic filter gasket doesn't screw on, but it will all still fit.

Is the other sike of the bottle opener a p38 can opener?

I have a C17 carved and an Ergon ST men, the latter is much more comfortable. I am not wearing padded shorts, just merino underwear.

Thanks Mat. Another excellent review. You inspired me to look for a similar style. I chose the "33,000ft Men's Long Sleeve Shirt Sun Protection Shirt" as it comes in white. It has 2 normal shape breast pockets and is otherwise similar in other ways except it lacks a rear vent. I have not found this a particular problem so far. Enjoy the NZ ride

No locking blade in the U.K.? Interesting

I am very new but I tried padded shorts and they are like wearing a wet sponge, I now have a padded rockbros cover over my saddle and wear quick dry shorts with no underwear, the seams in underwear seem to be the problem. I like that the shorts dry quickly which mean your skin stays dry also.

Watching this only after watching your tour videos. As I recall you were plagued with saddle sores for a good bit of the trip? For anything more than a trip to the shops, I'd always wear padded shorts from a decent maker. Easier to swap them around rather than saddles. Just my opinion reflecting my experience of several bum-trouble free month-long trips. All the best.

Do they fit in car holders?

Great video. My favourite part is when you said you would be it again because you’re insane.😂 Sums up my shopping habits for expensive camping gear nicely!

Hi Mat, Great review and accomplishment. I'm looking at getting a Sutra and was wondering what size yours was and how tall you are. Kona sizing seems off a little. I will be ordering it online so I won't be able to test ride it first. TIA!

Class of 19 as well. 🤙🏽

Nice review Mat, will definitely consider these shorts, tried various different combinations over the years and I do hate the padded shorts when I’m just touring about. Loving these reviews, keep them up (obviously after your latest adventure) 👍🏻

Hello. Would you mind reviewing your new red headphones. I ride mainly busy ail trails in Ohio with my right earbud in so I can still hear on my left and while it works it's not ideal so I've been looking for alternatives and was wondering if the headphones you have that go in front of rather than in your ear might be better. You seem pretty honest and practical so any advice would be appreciated. Thanks and happy trails.

I had wondered about those. Thnx. Have fun in NZ🍀

Looking forward to following you on your next trip coming up. Looking forward to checking out what click on your fox shorts your on at the end.😊 Thanks Mark from Maryland

I have been riding with Fox gear for many many years and it’s great! My new favourite shorts now are the Elevenpine Men's Uprising XR Shorts. Great review! Cheers. 🍻

People are often surprised when I tell them that I don't ride in padded bike shorts, but I find that just a pair of spandex shorts, like a jammer for swimming is more comfortable.

I have the Fox Flexair pants and love them. Great fit and love the stretch, I’m a bit of a Clydesdale 😂

Check out the "Endura" brand shorts. I do believe they are made in the United Kingdom and last forever

How tall are you?

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Good review. My go to shirts now for outdoor activities. Thanks for the review and how you read that font is beyond me. 🤣🤣🤣🤣Take care, Al

i have the kona sutra ltd. i thought i would miss a 2 or 3x but a 10-52 tooth rear cassette covers my needs. the only thing not up to the task are the rims. update the wheels before a large trip and not have to buy a new rear wheel mid trip because your spokes got pulled out of the rim.

Thanks for the review. I wonder, if it's powerful enough to inflate the pad fully? Or do one have to inflate the little rest to get a proper filled pad?

Another great video Mat. Thank you and I look forward to following you progress on your next adventure. I sure hope they have Sour Patch Kids there!

Wide makes a huge difference, for sure. I can't imagine sleeping comfortably on any of the narrow-sized ones.

Have you considered using a reflective cycling vest over your favorite shirt?

I have two of those shirts and I love them!

I have the Black Diamond sun hoodie too, and I love it. Great choice!

Hey Mat, love the shirt !... is it me or is the pinion drive belt now on the left hand side ? 😮 ...I'm sure i saw on your last video it was on right "normal" side. Sorry if I'm talking Bollocks but it's done my head in 🤔😁😅

I've been a devotee of these shirts for over 15 years. I first found them on a very hot and humid Florida holiday. As a person who sweats a lot, they are a godsend. The PFG (performance fishing gear) range are available in a range of very bright colours. I have at least 20 of them in long and short sleeve, in every colour from bright pink to jet black. In our family they are known as Magic Shirts, because they never need ironing, and don't show sweat stains in hot weather. The places to look are Columbia outlet stores in the US, where you can get them for under 20 bucks.

Hi Mat. For a few years now I've been using similar shirts for cycling and walking from Decathlon, decent vfm but these Columbia shirts look way more rugged and practical. It comes in "Tall" sizes too which will suit my arm length, both of them, as quite often shirt cuffs come up short when I'm stretched out. Another purchase imminent due to your review channel. Cheers 👍

The ending was classic! Came here for the review…stayed to the end for the entertainment!

Regular t-shirt will start to smell on you within 2 days. This pece of cloth does that within 2 hours. As you get sweaty, you get the sense that this it doesn't breathe on you at all.

Having been hit by a car when I was little " lights&brights" are my norm. Cycling, motorcycling or hiking. I'm not trying to be stealth.