1 Month Cycling the Pacific Coast Highway in Winter // 8

After a brief but intense encounter with winter in Canada in the last episode, we were very relieved to reach the coast and its milder temperatures. We decided the Pacific Coast Highway would be our best bet to avoid the harsh winter conditions further inland, and it definitely didn't disappoint. We had our fair share of rain, but we were happy to take that over the snow and ice, and it was so nice to be back out in temperatures comfortable enough to wild camp in again!
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In July 2022, we set off from the very top of Alaska on our bicycles, with the aim of spending the next few years cycling all the way down to the southern tip of Argentina - the entire length of the Americas. We are definitely not in any rush, and often opt to take the scenic, more remote routes where possible. Neither of us are cycle touring or bikepacking experts, but we are figuring all of that stuff out as we go. If you would like to follow along, please consider subscribing!
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Music in this video
0.00 - 0.05 Greg and Victoria Theme - @TomRosenthal1
0.05 - 0.45 retrospect - ILIVEHERE
0.45 - 1.04 Half Close Your Eyes - Joya
1.10 - 1.42 Petrichor (instrumental) - Longlake
1.54 - 2.53 Storm in the Barrens - Memory Palace
2.55 - 3.55 Like Roots Of Wheat Growing (instrumental) - How Great Were The Robins
3.55 - 5.04 Who You Are (instrumental) - Jonny Southard
5.30 - 7.22 Marionette (intrumental) - How Great Were The Robins
7.22 - 7.55 Uncharted - Analog Heart
7.55 - 8.38 I Still Love You (instrumental) - Gungor
8.59 - 9.20 I’m Me (instrumental) - Gungor
9.23 - 11.13 As Luck Would Have It - @TomRosenthal1
11.13 - 12.28 15 - Carrousel
12.37 - 14.12 I Happened To Be Standing - Joya
#CyclingToArgentina

[@GregMcCahon]

Hi again! Hope you enjoy this rainy episode of our time riding down the pacific coast. Just a heads up, it’ll probably be another little while before the next episode as we have lots of riding to do to get out of the USA before our visa’s expire (current posting this a couple of days from the grand canyon) Thank you for your patience! We will be taking a short break over the hottest summer months in mexico so I will have lots of time to edit and get back up to date :)

[@cIeetz]

dang so more than a month? -_- nooooo

[@Nooticus]

you two are both legends. your trip and connection is beautiful!

[@dougmckinney7575]

If you need a place to crash for a few days in the Phoenix area, hit me up. I have a home in Scottsdale and have hosted many cyclists over the past few years. And how do you like the Rohloff hub vs Derailleurs ? I love Tunbleweeds bikes and have thought about buying the Prospector myself.

[@keithharrod8330]

We just spent a couple days with Greg and Victoria at the Grand Canyon, and what delightful people they are and totally genuine and exactly what you see in the videos, Victoria is always smiling and giggling, adorable, Greg a total straight shooter and Gentleman, we were very impressed by both of them. Happy to continue sponsoring, Keith and Rene,

[@nicholasrubianes5368]

Straight shooter? Please explain

[@keithharrod8330]

says what he means, means what he says@@nicholasrubianes5368

[@MechakittenX]

@@nicholasrubianes5368 For a person to be a "straight shooter" means to be straightforward, honest, and upfront with the truth and/or how they feel, what they want, or what they expect.

[@erhan6095]

Thanks to beautiful people like you who open their doors. There is a saying in my country, The world is turning because of the good people.

[@joshuatripp4375]

I clicked on this so fast

[@woody6791]

I’ve clicked wayy faster. Weird I had them in my head from this morning all day!

[@chrismorgan5081]

I thought I clicked fast. You guys are good!

[@Smurfette1992]

​@Woody same! I looked only yesterday to see if I'd missed my notification for the new episode and then I get it this morning 🎉

[@naridonn1195]

So did I!!!

[@tommasters4748]

Great job with the music selection and placement. You're really good at that. Truly, the video editing is superb.

[@GregMcCahon]

Thanks so much Tom! It seems like most of my time spent editing is just endlessly sifting through music trying to find the right tracks to suit the right parts/feelings - so that is really nice to hear!

[@vocalimpactplays217]

@@GregMcCahon As someone who works in video production as a day job...the struggle to find the right track is very real haha. Loving the series so far!

[@gabi1342ful]

I 100% agree with Tom - your music selection is awesome and I really like the tracks you've chosen.

[@celinapalfrey6001]

I’m a photographer and editor, and I highly agree with this comment!

[@thomasdecarlo8543]

So Canadians are great …. but NW Americans are pretty damn great also …. This warms my heart that there is hope …. I backpacked Europe twice(Italy, Greece, Turkey), 6 months each time (30 years ago) and found the same incredible kindness and hospitality every time …..

[@thomasdecarlo8543]

@@Zayn-cd1mu I am not the servant of any so called non-existent god or any messenger of such god I do not believe in and I sure as shit do not a servant (a devoted and helpful follower or supporter) of such a zealot religion that cannot and does not respect the different beliefs of others. I am a servant only to myself and believe in what goes around comes around, or what you sew is what you reap (do unto others as you would have them do unto you) or to put it in real simple words ..l be kind and respectful…

[@CS-fb3ss]

These videos makes me smile everytime. Cheers guys, I really value these 15-20 minutes of bliss.

[@jannes3290]

Crazy that it was only her first flat after all these km's! Never seen someone so happy after having a flat tire.

[@Jarmungus]

I’m so invested in your journey. It has given me a calming thing to watch during hard personal times. A way to dream a bit and not think about present day. I love the humanity and personality that is displayed throughout the video’s and i often rewatch them. Much love!

[@tomfoster29]

Breathtaking views! This is the best series on KZbin hands down

[@sebastianmoreoferrall9949]

Thanks for the serotonin boost. Glad you two were safe with that car going off!

[@willbryant3102]

You guys are incredible! What an adventure you're having, thank you for documenting your travels.

[@MarkInArizona]

More amazing kindness of strangers -- yeah! I've ridden the same section of the coast in August 2002, October 2011 (really wet!) and in June 2021. Lots of memories came back to meet with the flashes of scenic video you have along the route -- thank you.

[@harveythepooka]

You've reminded us all that yes, Washington state and Oregon are in a temperate rainforest.

[@ianmatlock1]

I love your attitude and outlook.

[@mariocouture1596]

So beautiful and resilient. So heartwarming to see that kindness still exists from pure strangers. What a beautiful but tough expedition you guys are on. You guys rock!👏🙏

[@_mr_ruff]

i just came across your videos and started watching by episode 1. Now i'm here. I had tears in my eyes, laughed and was stunned about the impressions and situations. It's so rare to find something real nowadays. Love your videos!

[@marcspurgin6144]

Thanks so much guys I think your attitude to travel is just truly amazing. I've 63 and tomorrow I head to Japan for a month doing what you're doing. I had apprehension until I woke up this morning and found you guys on KZbin. I'm truly look forward to getting out there now. THANKS HEAPS to you both. Your so impressive. Cheers Marc Spurgin Adelaide Australia

[@GregMcCahon]

that is so awesome to hear! Have an amazing trip Marc!

[@ybrhomeinspections]

damn what a lucky guy! He got the lake for himself in that board 2:51

[@bertski60]

these videos are top notch but (to my uneducated eye) they don't seem "over-edited" which i like. your talents are allowed to show naturally. thankyou and good luck.

[@RVgeeks]

Wonderful video Greg! Your storytelling is just awesome… just like your (and Victoria’s) great attitude, even when soaking wet!

[@travismcdaneld9656]

Some of my best childhood memories are from crabbing in Westport. That part made me tear up a bit! So glad you guys got to enjoy my home state ❤

[@johnsmith-ke2sr]

Hi Greg, Many thanks and good luck to you both.

[@krison0225]

I was just thinking about you two yesterday, that you didn't upload for a while. I'm glad to see a new video! Be safe! 😊

[@nealhooker]

Thank you, an inspiring and beautiful video

[@MeNoWorryYouNoWorry]

Totally agree that cycling with high speed traffic is very dangerous and not fun at all. I also ride a bike and being close to the mountain and trees are the most peaceful and relaxing routes ever.

[@stevenbuker7509]

These are so good I truly feel like I’m there!

[@veronika6879]

You have no idea how much I love your vlogs - it's the first thing I look for when I open yt! I've been getting treatment for a knee injury and since I cannot bike for now - they're even more precious now. Thank you for making them!

[@naridonn1195]

Can't help myself... watching a second time!!

[@mikesnook6951]

Another fabby video, thank you !!

[@MechakittenX]

Great video! What a fantastic adventure!

[@linzimacdonald1580]

You two are awesome!!

[@alisonlynch4198]

The photography is amazing and also Victoria

[@tommasters4748]

Been wondering about you two. Glad to see your progress and resiliency! Lovvvve the series you're both putting together. Please keep it up.

[@crash936]

U guys are so fun to watch

[@oldmanwalking8561]

Victoria reminds me of the Joshua Deets character in the Lonesome Dove TV series, “Cheerful in all weathers”.

[@juanca5260]

Hola hace poco encontre su canal, me encanto hermosos pasajes tienen alla. Saludos desde comodoro rivadavia (patagonia Argentina)

[@altf4216]

it's so cool seeing you two riding through places i've been before! keep it up!

[@pandrew3146]

It is so inspiring wat hing your adventures and to realise how there are so many good people in life. Thanks for sharing 👍 😊All the very best to you both. You have such a respectful relationship it is lovely to see.😊

[@Tameasa]

So good to see y'all again!!

[@rik_viking6785]

Thanks again for a great and inspiring episode! Safe adventures!

[@Miekzz]

Another fantastic episode. All the best on the next part of the journey!!

[@bertski60]

love this channel and this episode so thanks a lot and good luck.

[@m__r1100]

Still enjoying following your journey. You guys are so positive. Thank you!

[@keithh3463]

Thanks for a great video! 101 crazy

[@weeki_wachee]

Lovely as always. Thank you for sharing your adventures.

[@lynchleanne4431]

Looking forward to seeing where you've been! Really enjoy these!

[@iza9507]

Happy to see this series continuing 🎉

[@digitalheatmap]

the most relaxing & inspiring bike touring videos out there!

[@yushuf5827]

u guys make my day thank u ❤️

[@gabi1342ful]

Thanks a lot for the awesome videos, for filming and editing and all your work. I love following your adventures. Happy and safe travels to both of you!😊

[@tj.farmer3905]

what a tough girl you are cry a little and get on your bike and keep going 👍👍👍👍 you guys are amazing❤🇳🇴❤️

[@ldosucowboy3279]

You two are simply amazing. Thanks for sharing your journey with us. Even amidst some tough conditions your filming is really beautiful. 😊

[@abbascheena7983]

That was a relaxing watch. Good to see you update again.

[@MattHillinspire]

Hello and welcome to BC to you both - cycling to Argentina sUUper stars Greg and Victoria! My name is Matt and I've been watching your cycling adventures for a couple of months. I see you two were going right past my side of the planet...Vancouver. I am so sorry to have missed riding a few K's showing you around my city and my best bud's town, Cultas Lake, just before that. Congrats and well done on all the K's you've covered! The California coast is magic magic magic!! So glad to see in this video you're on the 101 :) I had the privilege to run the coast as we finished a loop of North America a few years back...continued smooth roads and happy travels to you both!!! I'll keep watching and cheering you both on too!!!!

[@jobje325]

Aside from the adventure itself which is amazing to follow, the editing and music on these videos are absolutely wonderful

[@alexandral6273]

Thank you for sharing your INCREDIBLE adventure ! I hope you are having a great day. 💖

[@aqiffarhan633]

Thanks for bringing us on your adventure. Stay safe & blessed

[@rinrat6754]

You show such a wonderful mix of adventure and engagement with fascinating people.

[@angelicalopez7944]

Kind of binge watch all the episodes😊. Will be anticipating for the next one! Safe journey and thanks for sharing with us!

[@vanordinaire]

Thanks for taking such good care of Nunzie.❤

[@naridonn1195]

Oh so glad to see you guys again. Been checking up for the next instalment of your amazing journey. Loved it guys. Cheers from South Australia 🌏🦘

[@dsa5394]

I love your honesty about the swings of mood that can occur during bike packing

[@kenprice1047]

Nice work you two.

[@timvanrooyen]

The music! Amazing as always. Thanks for the update.

[@gaby8772]

So beautiful. Thakns for share the expierence whit us.

[@b.f.141]

Greetings from Brazil, it's amazing to watch your journey!

[@Lawnboy306]

Glad Victoria powered through her crash and whoa ! extra glad you did not get any closer to that car crash guys! Great Vid as usual Greg! Ride on Ride On!

[@edithcruz6467]

I was excited to watch you guys cross the pacific coast, my Son lives in Aberdeen and my younger son born in Raymond very close to Westport, I love your videos!!!

[@victorgomez9583]

Well worth the wait. 👍🏻

[@Kalina1975]

OMG jakie to piękne , oglądam wszystkie odcinki jednym tchem.

[@TymanBert]

Great editing Greg! Keep up the great content and can’t wait for the next one :) Hello from Arizona!

[@OwenGalaxy]

these videos make me so happy

[@walterzikalala]

I like your spirit, always jovial and complement each other very well. You make such a great couple. All the best with the remaining part of your wonderful journey!!!

[@maurofrt2518]

Veramente un video fatto bene la scelta della perfetta complimenti e tantissimi auguri dall'Italia vi seguiamo con interesse ed affetto

[@terranceandcopper]

A new video from you brings a smile to my face. Go, you crazy mad fools!

[@chrishambling]

These videos, just like the episode before it, are so quietly profound and beautiful and I love them. The level of kindness you receive from strangers is inspirational! ❤

[@xiomaraperea1083]

I really enjoy the video! 👍🏽 You both are brave and adventurous! Be safe! I pray God to protect you both on the road trip 🚴🏼 🚴🏽‍♀️

[@maliksince1973]

Tough and amazing ride & camping in rain. best wishes for both of you.

[@PeterSdrolias]

The scenery is so beautiful it makes me want to cry.

[@Elcastellani]

Saludos desde Buenos Aires, Argentina

[@Ruben.Pueyo.Bernini]

Enjoy every minute! Don't hurry! Abrazo desde Argentina!

[@jcmuellner]

Rode the Pacific coast last April-May and had the same rain/wind/snow for weeks! Thanks for sharing your adventure!

[@karlahart_AK]

Happy riding. Great video. Fun to see a mention of my friends, and yours, and so many cyclists, Janet and Robert! Still trail angels!

[@jm8c]

You are incredible ... do not change anything !

[@jonap5740]

I think this is the most beautiful scenery, despite the rain. And you met some lovely folks.

[@cIeetz]

dang I've been waiting on this one! nice to hear from You guys

[@teeeC]

I've been waiting lol. Beautiful journey. Much love From South Africa 🇿🇦 🇿🇦 🇿🇦

[@beatrizcarballo8604]

Amo cada uno de sus videos ❤🌟

[@emilyboulter5978]

I’m glad you liked Victoria! It’s weird for us to have snow but I guess you were here the two weeks a year we have it

[@sarahjrgensen7577]

Im glad you Are safe and sound - God Bless you and keep you safe further on 🙏

[@lourdesmartin3]

Son una gran motivación!!! lxs esperamos en Argentina!!!

[@user-rq1ob4ij9v]

There are cool people all over the world. And then there are you 2, you are beyond cool 😎😎

[@agusdiaz9557]

Cada vez que veo sus videos, me emociono, ver como van avanzando en esta aventura. Es increíble como para cada problema, viene consigo su solución, y por mas que llueve, nevé, haga frio o lo que sea, el mundo esta lleno de personas buenas, dispuestas a darte una mano, y este video es una prueba de ello. Buen viaje chicos!!!

[@whty]

When I see the magnificent scene of the Pacific Ocean, I really want to cry

[@struanmills5710]

Hi Greg and Victoria. Thanks for sharing your videos. I'm really enjoying them as it brings back so many good memories of a cycle trip that done a few years back now. I cycled from Anchorage to San Francisco, although I detoured up the Dempster Highway to Tuktoyaktuk, took a ferry down to Vancouver Island from Skagway. So missed cycling most of BC. Still your route and the way you two are riding it brings me so much joy while I watch them from my home in Scotland. Wishing you both all the very best for the rest of your journey (I wished I could've carried onto Ushuaia) and look forward to following your adventure.

[@BernhardMasterson]

As a bike-packer and ocean kayaker residing in Portland, Oregon it is fun to see you two ride through so many familiar places. You two are so durable! The NW coast is so wet in winter it is much better in a kayak surfing in a dry-suit. Like you, my winter cycling trips shift to the desert. I'm much happier riding in snow than near freezing rain. I've been off your channel for a while, so I look forward to learning about your experience getting to the southwest.

[@KatieRaeRae]

My favorite part of the US! Aberdeen was Kurt Cobain's hometown. Astoria, Oregon, is where The Goonies was based. Canon Beach is iconic. The Oregon coastline is absolutely breathtaking. I'm so glad you guys decided to take the coastal route instead of inland! Your videos are so inspiring! Keep 'em coming!

[@davidkuhns8389]

I've missed your videos. Really looking forward to your move inland.

[@davidsixtwo]

Love this!

[@johnsmith-ke2sr]

Hi Greg, That is exactly the sort of bike endorsement I was looking for as I'm contemplating purchasing a Tumbleweed Prospector for a hoped for Baja Divide ride in a years time. Although it's a little daunting buying such a bike remotely from the UK when you have never ridden one or even seen one in the flesh so to speak. So Good to hear your comments. Thank you and good luck to you both.

[@GregMcCahon]

It would be the perfect baja divide companion! I rode the baja divide last year on my prospector and it was my first proper bikepacking route. Its such a stunning place & route - the wild camping is world class!