David Covington

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@pppjourneyonabike5992 3 күн бұрын

One thing watching videos is knowing where you're at . You do a good job posting location so we can sorta visualize a map of your route. Goathead thorns is a concern. Youre probably using sealant. My go-to food is bread and pbj too.

@pppjourneyonabike5992 3 күн бұрын

Been seeing your videos pop up...finally have time to binge watch them. It's always awesome to see others' trips. My turn is coming up.

@gregwhelan5708 5 күн бұрын

You’re back!! Saw this just before I turned in for the night. This part of Texas looks nice. Next week I start planning my route across Alabama and Florida, so I will look forward to your experience. Thanks for keeping this going!

@ChuckHarris-go5nz 6 күн бұрын

Excellent video awesome music thank you for sharing your talents and adventures

@tomacf 13 күн бұрын

Thanks for the great videos, David! I have watched every minute so far up to this episode. I am planning on riding the Southern Tier from San Diego next month (Feb. 2025), so this is very valuable information! Is that a GoPro you're using? If so, what model and what settings do you use (i.e., wide angle or super wide or regular).

@davidcovington6073 7 күн бұрын

Awesome, I am excited for you! I used the DJI Osmo Action camera. I recorded 1080p and 60fps. I used wide angle and the RockSteady shake-free and the Dewarp settings.

@getback9379 19 күн бұрын

did you finish?

@princepage632 29 күн бұрын

what kind of bike you riding? is it a steel frame, i notied you got all dem heavy ortlieb bags

@davidcovington6073 27 күн бұрын

I am riding the Specialized AWOL 2017. It has a steel frame. It is a very smooth ride when it is fully loaded.

@StephanieHughesDesign 29 күн бұрын

Thanks for the videos. Did you select and purchase the Adventure Cycling Association's - Southern Tier route?

@davidcovington6073 27 күн бұрын

I did purchase the Adventure Cycling Association's printed maps for the Southern Tier route about 6 months before I planned on starting the ride.

@gregwhelan5708 Ай бұрын

Glad to see this posted … I was beginning to worry something happened to you. I’m enjoying the adventure.

@davidcovington6073 29 күн бұрын

Thank you for your concern. I was hoping to post a video once a week, but with the holidays and a few other obligations I haven't been able to keep that pace. I am working on a few, but I probably won't post another video until January.

@OGColorado Ай бұрын

Great video! Texas State Parks are awesome. I would plan rides in the Hill Country around a nightly campsite with showers. Many were the state parks.

@hdtravel1 Ай бұрын

Keep on crank'in it David !

@gregwhelan5708 Ай бұрын

Glad to see this edition. I’m yearning for my Southern trip in May. Keep posting, thanks!

@TheFreewheelinNomad Ай бұрын

David, your journey through the Southern Tier is a joy to watch 🌟🚴‍♂️. The peaceful park scenes and your camping routine really capture the freedom of the open road 🏕️🌄. Keep pedaling strong, brother! 🙌 Your determination and love for adventure are a reminder of life's simple pleasures. Much respect! ✊🏾🌍💛

@SuzanneAlbano Ай бұрын

I’m with you on that 15 mile stretch of terror! We were 3…. So we split up with plenty of space between us so cars could “hopscotch” around us! It was a Sunday afternoon…everyone heading back to the city

@dalewagner6416 Ай бұрын

Did you have any concerns sleeping in tent with rattlesnakes and coyotes around? Any tips on wild camping for hopefully a future trans America rider?

@hdtravel1 Ай бұрын

Austin is a super cool city - amazing place - enjoy and be safe !!

@andrewcarlson2955 Ай бұрын

The small stream that you crossed at 2:08 of your video is steep as F! The hill country in Texas can be brutal especially when you get close to Austin! I was on that section early October and really hot!

@LarryL05 Ай бұрын

Tubeless is the way to go, love following your trip

@TheFreewheelinNomad 2 ай бұрын

David, your determination through the Texas Hill Country is inspiring! 🚴‍♂️ Tackling 90 miles of steep hills and dodging livestock isn’t easy, but you handled it like a pro. That tailwind was a well-earned boost, and the brewery stop added a nice touch to an intense day. Hope your warm showers host provided a cozy spot for the night, and best of luck sorting your plans in Austin. Safe travels on the rest of your journey! 🌟🍺

@gregwhelan5708 2 ай бұрын

Thanks!! The clarity of the photography is great. I swear I could smell some of those Spring days. I’ll look forward to your next one!

@gregwhelan5708 2 ай бұрын

Missing your trip!🥲

@davidcovington6073 2 ай бұрын

I should have a video up tomorrow!

@anneliesevoelker2502 2 ай бұрын

I find it very peaceful in the middle of nowhere. Libraies are a good place to charge up. Be safe and hope you enjoy the ride without any problems.

@alicefairchild2551 2 ай бұрын

Welcome to tx the land of spontaneously combusting humans

@alicefairchild2551 2 ай бұрын

No clue but as i plan to ride this im very interested

@gregwhelan5708 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for getting this out. Still don’t see anything that entices me to Texas. I love solitary, grand rides like the Dakotas or deserts of Arizona. This just looks bleak to me.

@anneliesevoelker2502 2 ай бұрын

Are you using a green screen for your videos? There are no cars.

@davidcovington6073 2 ай бұрын

No green screen. :) Some days I was traveling through pretty remote areas and there wasn't much car traffic. But also I try to find moments when cars aren't around to film, because of the noise and also I don't want to be paying attention to the camera when I need to be watching cars and trying not to get run over.

@anneliesevoelker2502 2 ай бұрын

@@davidcovington6073 even if you watch the cars they will still run cyclist over. Somebody doesn't like bikes. I was hit. Once by an ebiker and once by a truck.

@anneliesevoelker2502 2 ай бұрын

I would like to know your route because there are no cars. Every place I ride there are cars passing me.

@OGColorado 2 ай бұрын

Vanderpool is just South of Lost Maples State Park which has showers. Not much there except that store.

@jakeq6713 2 ай бұрын

Dude your videos suck there's nothing interesting with them at all an your cheap ass bike lmao

@michelleflores053171 2 ай бұрын

The "Purple Tree" is a Texas Mountain Laurel. The Texas Mountain laurel produces large clusters of flowers that have a strong sweet aroma to them. These trees require minimal maintenance and pruning and they never lose their leaves. The rolling hills in the area you rode through are challenging. I believe your rode through the area during the best time of the year. The spring flowers combined with the cooler temps are very enjoyable.

@OGColorado 2 ай бұрын

On my own bike tours in the Hill Country, usually in Spring, I'd see Mountain Laurel, Redbud, and Acacia. All very beautiful. I think what he saw when he mentioned the purple tree was actually Redbud. Laurel has a different shape and darker color of purple. We had it in our yard in Austin. Mountain Laurel blooms before the Redbud. Acacia blooms all summer. I'm guessing this segment of the ride was in April.

@janetcovington6938 2 ай бұрын

Mom here is curious about your downhill speed. You mentioned the climb miles per hour, I am thinking it will look faster on camera, but not the 50mph in my imagination!

@davidcovington6073 2 ай бұрын

Good News! My records show I only got up to 48.5 mph

@janetcovington6938 2 ай бұрын

@@davidcovington6073 Like skydiving--it is best I do not know until after! Geesh-that is fast on 2 skinny tires and with no inflatable body suit! Then, there is climbing Angel’s Landing in Zion National Park!

@gregwhelan5708 2 ай бұрын

Thanks…. I know its a chore to put up and edit something that happened yrs ago.

@polo19681 3 ай бұрын

Wow I look at these knowing that you were 6 months ahead of me!

@hdtravel1 3 ай бұрын

Nothing like the open road - what a marvelous ride - you are inspiring us all to get out and ride !!

@OGColorado 3 ай бұрын

This is a great place to camp in Fredricksburg, TX on your way to Pedernales State Park and Austin... maps.app.goo.gl/1vv4pSoHUo6HiPrQ8

@TheFreewheelinNomad 3 ай бұрын

I want to do this so bad. Thanks for the inspiring videos 🎉

@hdtravel1 3 ай бұрын

Stop watching KZbin and get out and ride your bike buddy - the open road is calling !!!

@joelhorlen20-zk3xr 3 ай бұрын

Do it! I procrastinated until I was 49 years old. I almost waited too long. Cycling across the country was the best thing I ever did. Nothing compares to it.