A GIRL, A BIKE & THE LENGTH OF GREAT BRITAIN - My Bikepacking Adventure.

[@GirlOutdoors]

Thank you so much everyone for the lovely comments! Means a lot ❤ Go follow trip on Instagram too @girloutdoors.becky My kit is all found: www.amazon.co.uk/shop/girloutdoors?ref_=cm_sw_r_apin_aipsfshop_aipsfgirloutdoors_28BNS4TT3X480TWVHVME

[@edwardcullen3251]

How much did the bike shop charge for your front mech? And what is a front mech?

[@edwardcullen3251]

43:28 what portable cycle pump is that? Thanks Is it this one? Lezyne Micro Digital Drive HPG Floor Pump

[@edwardcullen3251]

At the start of the video you say you set the bike up to fit you and tinkered with it, and you show yourself removing parts of the bike. Did you buy the bike new? What exact model of topstone was this and what year is the model you bought? What changes exactly, did you make? Thanks

[@steveberwick4417]

Y'know what Becky?If that was on the BBC it would be an acclaimed documentary. Seriously. Well done.

[@londonviking3801]

Unstoppable. Super inspirational and brave for a young woman to do this unaided and completely solo. Amazing determination and stamina - especially in the cheery positive mentality department. Like I said, a huge inspiration.

[@GirlOutdoors]

Thank you so much!

[@StellaHulliet]

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[@ChrisShute62]

Becky, the UK is, for many, an overcrowded, ugly and troubled place. Your video shows it is still possible to travel from one end to the other, surrounded by beautiful scenery, minimal traffic and life-affirming thoughts. Priceless.

[@tbear4291]

Bravo. Brave girl. Congratulations. You are pride of Britain. Could you have not used tubeless tyres?

[@ldosucowboy3279]

Your ability to stop and look around and say "this is what it is all about" is really beautiful. I'm loving this new adventure. I've been going back and watching your Cape Wrath adventure side-by-side with Haze's and that's been a lot of fun too.

[@peterjolly5655]

O yes loved this one.. Especially Cornwall and Devon bit....

[@naxiana]

Thoroughly enjoyed watching your gravel bikepacking adventure. Respect and appreciate the time you have taken to write and narrate your story as well as the time it takes to film everything. Love seeing more females adventuring and pushing their limits. It encourages, inspires and motivates me to get out there and have my own adventures. Thank you again, Jay from Australia. :)

[@GirlOutdoors]

Thank you so much Jay! I really appreciate it :)

[@kenegan7649]

when i was young and fit and good looking ...i rode the east coast of australia...from sydney to cairns..it was a real odessy..interspersed with amasing adventures..i met great people and had the best time...now i live and sail the same coast on my 26 foot sail boat

[@johndavidson6867]

I can't imagine a more entertaining young woman than you Becky, everything you have posted just keeps me riveted to my screen in anticipation of whats coming next. You are without a doubt one of the most amazing You Tubes going. I have gone back over some of your other content covering different aspects of your life and it seems each one gets better, may your life continue to bring you, and us much happiness.

[@RecoveringHermit]

Isn't she great!! :)

[@GirlOutdoors]

Thank you so much John! You inspire me to keep creating content:)

[@mrbluesky9891]

Bloody brilliant.

[@tommym1966]

47 minutes of pure joy. It's always great to see one of your adventures pop on my feed. Thanks so much for taking us with you.

[@anthonyadams2891]

you're an amazing young lady, hats off to you. thanks for sharing. Ant.

[@wildirishladdavy7965]

Well done you truly are an inspiration and a legend. Thank you for sharing your adventure !

[@GirlOutdoors]

Thank you! :)

[@peterduffield1934]

Well what a lovely film, thank you.

[@peterushton2836]

This is the first of your content I’ve watched. For a 55yr old that’s done smaller bike trips, your enthusiasm on such an epic trip has inspired me to do more. Keep up the good work & good luck 🍀 👍

[@joeboyd4726]

Great video. Congratulations for making the trip. There is real joy on your face and you can’t fake that!! Great attitude with all the minor setbacks! From an old guy in Vermont USA.

[@thommo9888]

Stumbled across this and was hooked from the start. Having cycled the C2C, the SD way and various other short distance rides (and knowing what a challenge they were), I watched on with awe and utter admiration as you completed this challenge. You are a real inspiration and I hope, are so, so proud of what you did here.

[@kevinwillmer5112]

Wow you are so insperational what a massive ride. well done

[@wullieoutdoorsinscotland2192]

Followed your story for a few years now Becky , since seeing you out with your dad learning about camping and bushcraft in your local area to seeing you progress to setting out solo . From then to now it's been an absolute delight watching you grow as a person , seeing the ups and downs you've experienced along the way , I'd go as far as saying that your story should be shown in school's up and down the country ( UK ) and beyond to teach the children that there's more to life and it doesn't involve sitting staring at computer screens all day . Bravo and Congratulations on completing the latest challenge , haste yea back to Bonnie Scotland ( UK ) keep living the dream young lady :) x

[@jamesellsworth9673]

Well said! Amen.

[@GirlOutdoors]

Thank you so much! This truly means a lot :)

[@parkysouthlondon]

Hi Becky, Although I've been bikepacking ten years now I was looking for a long distance trip for summer 2023 and after watching your video I choose the GB Divide during July of that year. The previous year 2022 I had ridden LEJOG on the road in 5 days but this time I took my mountain bike and tent and planned a much more relaxed trip. It eventually took the whole month 30 days. I said exactly what you said as I cycled over the hill into JOG, "this is the first time I've seen the sea since Lands End". I camped out as much as I could, although it rained a lot that month and I had only taken my summer kit. I wild camped x 10, camp site x 13, bothy x 2 (one in Wales and one in Scotland) and 5 hotels, when I was sick or needing a break from the rain. Did I say how much it rained, and it was the middle of our summer. Planning to ride the TD in 2024.Will you be on the start line?

[@guy0725]

Your dad gave you an excellent advise « in difficult times, it could have been worse ». This is my way of thinking for several years. It helps a lot to de-dramatised the situation that you are in! These lands scapes are soooooo 😍🤩 !! Thanks for the ride !!

[@geoffreyk7054]

Greetings beckoning you from London England Great Britain 🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@mec1]

Becky, amazing video and adventure! If you want to do this tour again, you can stick to roads and stay in youth hostels / bed & breakfasts (and do it faster or do more detours if you still want a bigger challenge). Maybe you'll be taking on other routes and challenges though. I am very grateful for the blessing of adventures like Land's End to John O'Groats with my Dad. He and I are both getting older now! I recommend anyone to go on adventures like this when you're still young enough and have the time. It remains a precious moment and memory for life.

[@pyrkolpt540]

Thank you for sharing your aventure, inspiring.

[@Cycling366]

Nice one Becky! Brings back memories from when I did LEJOG just after Covid restrictions were lifted. It’s such a mental battle but so worth it. Keep up the great films! :)

[@Cycling366]

Thought that steep road you were walking up at the beginning looked familiar... I have exactly the same shot in my film of that same road! Think it was in Cornwall on the NCN route 3? It was one of the toughest climbs for the whole route!

[@GirlOutdoors]

Hahaah there was me thinking Cornwall was flat..

[@ianmangham4570]

What is covid restrictions?

[@zqsz]

Wow I have no words. Very Well done what an amazing journey.

[@larky6558]

You should be extremely proud of yourself and your achievement!! What an adventure and a cracking video too! Well done and congratulations :)

[@cgatlin65]

Awesome video. Thank you!

[@thenextadventure8079]

Really enjoyed this video, what an amazing achievement and adventure. Very inspiring for us, even in our 50s!

[@glennchapman3816]

As EMF said - You're unbelievable!!

[@80ZX]

Firstly...what a Superstar, the narrating is awesome. Secondly...new Subscriber. Thirdly, and somewhat surprising, why did this video make me emotional and so profoundly proud of someone I don't know? All the best for your future travels.

[@clairbrown6457]

i agree when you reached john o'groats the ride in was a bit emotional, and i was happy for you

[@Jasonseymour85]

I got emotional at the end too, incredible journey and massively inspirational to me. Cracking video

[@GirlOutdoors]

Thank you so much! That really means a lot 😊

[@joeboyd4726]

I’m with you @80%zx. These videos are great and I also get emotional watching. Becky, you are an amazing young woman.

[@lenndailou8814]

I have been watching your videos for awhile now and you become my inspiration. I want to learn your accent 😊 apart from becoming an adventurer on bike like you❤

[@butchbinion1560]

Thanks. That was some journey, it tested you and you did it. congratulations. ✌🏻👊

[@KeithChegwin24]

My backside hurts after an hour and a few miles of cycling, hats off to you for enduring that length of time!

[@GirlOutdoors]

😂😂😂

[@jamesellsworth9673]

@@GirlOutdoors OR: I cried from the pain until I looked around and laughed at the pleasure of the place.

[@ForKnFifties]

Same here .I'm always wondering how they do it but the butt must get numb and feel nothing after awhile 😅

[@MTBIKEXC]

Love the British accent and phrases. Super inspiring! Well done.

[@buffplums]

What can one say after watching this video? What an absolute inspiration and what I loved was the bit were you quoted your Dads advice. He is obviously a wonderful and amazing Dad who has brought his daughter up so well You are an absolute inspiration and such a fine example of what a young woman can be. Not limited or held back by such negativity and discrimination and abuse of women by some areas of society. I’m 57 and although when I was a young man I was able to get out in my bike and do some crazy long trips with no money, about a litre of squash and a mars bar and just about scraping home one day after about 120 miles … My own limitations have held me back and after many many years of depression and anxiety it’s refreshing to start learning about the sheer power of gratitude and kindness to others supplemented with practicing mindfulness and meditation and then seeing you energise each day through simply stopping, taking in your surroundings and just being thankful Keep in with your amazing life young lady you are a beautiful beautiful young woman who is so in tune with her spirit. xx❤❤

[@GirlOutdoors]

Thank you so much for all your help!

[@brianrains74]

Appreciate all that you do. Gives me a reason to watch KZbin. Thumbs up.

[@altern8tive]

Epically amazing and documenting the less popular GB Divide route too 👍Maybe a tip for future bike packing, if rear punctures become a problem swap tyres around - the front tyre to the back. Noticed your rear had a lot of wear in the center but the front didn't so will have more tread protection :)

[@toadstoolze]

Great film thanks for sharing 👍👍

[@GirlOutdoors]

Thank you :)

[@koendomus]

What I enjoyed the most is you positivity and your drop death beautiful smile, cheers!

[@2wheelsrbest327]

Boy am I glad that I clicked on your thumb nail (I think that's what it's called) as your video was a delight to watch. You clearly have worked hard both cycling & producing this video. I will be amazed if in future years if a tv or film company don't discover you given the skills you have. Hopefully I am wrong but going by what you said your dad sadly is no longer with us but hopefully your mum is and he your mum & family I am sure rightfully proud of you. Stay safe and you now have another Sub.

[@urbanrider429]

Epic adventure Becky,it really is the journey not the destination.Think there was bit of all of us with you,Chris

[@heldemel2035]

Wow! Thanks for the video - very inspiring!

[@Rogar0]

What an amazing Journey/Pilgrimage Becky! You are indeed exceedingly happy and it’s catching; you give a smile away and you get it straight back! The journey is where the Magic happens! The destination is a ‘comma’ in life’s journey because like a Pilgrimage it’s only the start! Really inspiring and thank you so much for taking us ‘mortals’ along with you! Take care! 🚲⛺️👣🦉🏔👍😎

[@GirlOutdoors]

Thank you so much!

[@aJarrowLad525]

Your part of the wild places for ever

[@ktb6979]

Absolutely incredible Becky. What an effort, and what an adventure! Well done 👏 💪 Katie

[@GirlOutdoors]

Thank you Katie!

[@aaronwermers4160]

Such an awesome adventure, thanks so much for sharing. You are wonderful, I love your spirit.

[@grahamecarter]

You never cease to amaze me. You touched on out on the video but yes the people are correct, I don't think I have ever seen you so happy. From you being up camp after school doing DOE to this adventure in the wild, end to end of the uk is another page of a growing list of well executed journeys. I can see a book coming, lol. Keep them coming you're making an old guy extremely jealous PROUD and grateful I got the opportunity to join you on your adventures. Next? X

[@1967AJB]

My age, health and situation prevent me for living out my childhood dreams. Thank you for allowing me to live them vicariously through your tremendous spirit.

[@GirlOutdoors]

Thank you! 😊

[@LouisFlores-x7z]

What a cute charismatic personality...you are joy to be with on this great journey being shared by you..delightful not a dull moment 😊

[@ConstantinDV]

I get this feeling that you are both discovering and revealing something very important, something trully essential about the meaning of life. There is a fundamental truth that is literally stearing us in the face, and yet it is so deceptively just out of reach. Cheers and Godspeed on your journey!

[@ronwall5429]

Just wanted to say that I really enjoyed watching your vid 👍

[@johnnywallaceuk]

Really enjoyed these highlights of what was an epic adventure. So well edited given how much footage you must have had and your presenter skills are growing all the time too, I guess it helped that this one made you so happy! I wouldn't be able sit down for 6 months after 3 weeks on a saddle like that so hats off to you for that too! 😂

[@zinzanontour.1006]

great film love watching your adventures look forward to more .

[@SteveSeadog]

Amazing and inspirational - way better than any 'motivational' tosh a lot of so-called professionals spout. Each adventure is making you more resourceful and resilliant and your outlook and joy at the simple things, plus your expertise in filming and editing, make for great viewing. (200k subscribers before too long, I suspect!)

[@venturabushcraft5916]

Still have my fixie bike from back in the day. Lol. Also have a hybrid Mt bike with mega 9 cassette, 27 speeds and 700c trail tires. Have fun!

[@GirlOutdoors]

Very nice!

[@venturabushcraft5916]

@@GirlOutdoors That was a brutal ride. 27 speed is the best imo girl. 1:3 will get you up those hills and it's more reliable than higher geared bikes. Ya need Rock shocks too! Lol. You can have my bike if you ever get around to California. I'm too old for a ride like that!

[@johnhill4925]

Love this so much and hello from Australia! Many years ago I cycled by myself for about 7 months: London > Folskstone > Calais > then around Europe for a few months and back. I had a couple of punctures on the way down to Folkstone in the cold and rain. A friendly person helped me out by getting my bike in their work truck and driving me to a bike shop. British people are so lovely!!! Anyway - I invested in Kevlar lined bike tires - I travelled a few thousand miles on them over all sorts of terrain and not one puncture - incredible investment. Thanks for the amazing videos and some experiences that I remembered on my trip :)

[@mischatytel9606]

Wow. You are such an inspiration!!! Thank you

[@oot-n-aboot]

Right on! Stoked for you. Well done being present in all the spaces, physical, cognitive, and emotional. My recommended next purchase: go tubeless. You’ll flat a whole lot less and you can run lower pressures (= more cush and traction).

[@taber247]

Your Dad is right... I always count my blessings. Thanks for sharing Lovely journey you have taken us all on. Well done, so rewarding. Take care

[@broadpete]

Hopefully this inspiring video gets the hundreds of thousands of views it deserves.

[@henryreeves761]

A wonderful film. Congratulations to Becky, both for doing the trip and for making a highly watchable film.

[@martinsnowden4926]

That was a fantastic watch,your happy go lucky and positive attitude is amazing 😀

[@paulturner7829]

Well done a life changing trip ,be remembered forever.

[@pluffer96]

Well done Becky! I know what you mean, when you say about the call of the wild places in this country, I got goosebumps when you said that. This country is so diverse and beautiful, especially the North of England and Scotland.

[@GirlOutdoors]

Thank you Peter!

[@stevekemsley9338]

Brilliant well done🎉

[@fatihbitirgen5199]

İt is absolutely stunning. Beautiful view.

[@robertfalconscott7039]

Becky, your father's advice was spot on and it obviously stood you in good stead! Life, indeed can always be worse. You're so bloody mint#! Amazing adventure!

[@lindenflint9008]

Thank you for bringing this superb film to us - an incredible acheivement. What a fantastic person you are. I'm sure like many others I'm very envious knowing that it's someting I'd love to do but it will never happen. Also you did it the hard way not that there's an easy way. Memories that will stay with you for the rest of your life.

[@GirlOutdoors]

Thank you!! 😊

[@Joxu313]

This I did my first biking trip with my 4 year old and my friend. We went to Denmark. Next year we need to go to UK 😍😍 thank you for inspiration ❤

[@victormccoy1671]

You are a inspiration. What a amazing young lady I can't find any words that can justify enough for you. Only that I send you a huge friendly hug from me a English guy living in Louisiana

[@PEJUANGIMPIAN9]

awesome backpacking.. need a lot of efort to do that, like to watch gravel track mostly has beautiful nature view , big like

[@jimwyse743]

Well done u...a breath of fresh air....pure natural....super human... The world needs alot like u... Best of luck in ur future...totally enjoyed the footage....super effort... Be proud of ur self and u stand out as a role model for ur generation... Well done again...safe travels and great plans... Regards jim

[@robharris8844U]

Well done Becky, What a great personal achievement! A bucket list tick off achieved.

[@andrewbilton5993]

Great trip, great film, and a super lass.

[@MerrittFlims]

Thank you so much for sharing you journey with us.

[@lisakenn2081]

WoW!! What a watch. You are amazing. Thanks for sharing

[@GirlOutdoors]

Thanks for watching!

[@davinacaine3615]

So 55 year old female her, you have shown cycling as it is and made me feel that I want to finish my nemesis which is the King Alfreds Way

[@michaelfox2501]

Well done hope your next adventure and its as good and enjoyable as this one

[@ThePhilpunk]

I take my hat off to you well done

[@grantdyson3564]

Wow Becky, what a feckin legend! You are such a great watch…gutsy, eloquent, good natured and much more. You are a helluva role model. Best, Grant

[@kevinosullivan7121]

Great filmmaking,great commentary and great route choice. An inspirational choice using the GB divide instead of the traditional route for LEJOG from an inspirational young woman.

[@GirlOutdoors]

Thank you so much Kevin!

[@mariyadaz]

You could survive anything becks. Your enthusiasm is contagious. Magical as always. Love from Devon. Just amazing

[@GirlOutdoors]

Thank you Darron!

[@brettatkinson4325]

That was amazing Becky your old man must be very proud of you,NAMASTE

[@redjacc7581]

brilliant stuff, well done.

[@peterwarner280]

Well done 👏 you are an inspiration much love from midge country xx

[@meppy3]

Wow you do like a challenge Becky well done as always 👍

[@colinstruthers8273]

You are one tough cookie, well done!!

[@davos4268]

Loved this. What a top Lady!

[@albertlee9238]

Amazing trip needing determination as well as presence of mind, congratulations !

[@GirlOutdoors]

Thank you Albert!

[@albertlee9238]

@@GirlOutdoors Stay safe and enjoy all your adventures ahead !

[@kartherton]

Well done young lady. You and itchyboots are an inspiration, you really are. Great content, as usual. I don’t give a thumbs up much, but this deserves one.

[@Velobetty]

Great trip and really glad you enjoyed Northumberland, my birthplace.

[@walkaboutphilpots3795]

It's a great feeling when the pans are of the bike . Well decent Trip well done.

[@alethearobinson8132]

Fabulous adventure. Best way to see a country and it's people. Thanks for identifying the ancient landmarks. I also have a Topstone and love it. Your Topstone wheels are tubeless ready. Ditch the tubes and get the wheels set up tubeless. Small punctures will be a thing of the past. Travel on. Travel safe.

[@alethearobinson8132]

@@user-mh6kw8hj8x Hi. I am not sure what "telegram" is. Is it like "messenger"?

[@GirlOutdoors]

Please don’t go on telegram! That is a fake account :/

[@GirlOutdoors]

Thank you for the comment also! :) may need to go tubeless

[@3rubberboats]

There is a special foam that bike shops can put in your tires that will self heal a puncher. Then get tires that have taller lugs for off road that will minimize punchers. Do tent makers make a one girl tent? Make sure you oil that new chain with the proper chain grease so it will last longer. Enjoyed this extra long adventure and thank you for sharing. Have an extra wonderful day.

[@swonky]

Becky- what a true inspirational human you are. You’ve certainly inspired me, you restore my faith in life ❤

[@rah4981]

Really nice nature on the country side of England. Took a train from London to Poole many years ago, was stunned by the landscape loved it. I'm from a small village in Norway, so I like the country side much more than big towns like London.

[@GirlOutdoors]

Thank you! I bet it's beautiful :) I don't like london very much either!

[@rah4981]

@@GirlOutdoors Norway is great for cycling too. I ride road bike and MTB, never tried that gravel bike thing, maybe I will someday. Check out this dude. A youtuber from England who lives in Norway and makes lot of bikepacking videos. His youtube channel of cycling in Norway is awesome. kzbin.info/www/bejne/iaaWZmele6dmn9k

[@WestGoesEast]

Ah the curse of the worn out cassette. I've done 2 long distance cycle trips now and both times that was an issue! Well done on a great ride :)

[@zohrahasz8442]

Thank you for sharing,i loved watching it.

[@MarkoCoomo]

Lush adventure! Super jealous. Thanks for filming and sharing.

[@GirlOutdoors]

Thanks Mark!