Attempting a 700 year old trail on E bikes. | Step 342

[@sharonknab486]

I’m an elderly lady that loved sailing in a previous chapter of my life. LOVED watching this….Kika, I actually laughed out loud….thank you for my Friday night entertainment! Kudos to you both!!!!!!

[@gsh341]

I have to give Kika credit, she kept at it and never gave up. It's totally understandable that someone would want to quit, but not quitting is often the hardest part of any challenge.

[@JeffJensen55]

Kika is flat out BAD-ASS!! Not afraid to tackle anything. And, as usual, your video production is top notch! I always love how encouraging Dan is. ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@billdillard885]

Outside of the fact that the trails had a wide variety of difficulty-factor…. The filming and editing you all did was JUST FANTASTIC! As good as any I’ve every seen in a movie theater or on Apple-Prime-Amazon-Disy+ Please take a bow and pick up your Academy Award!! ❤

[@christopherstirling8539]

I'm a long term regular follower and every time you have a mini adventure at different locations I end up feeling admiration for your will power and determination but never more so that this cycling event around the Island of Menorca. WELL DONE to you both.

[@richardherndon1541]

Can I click thumbs up multiple times? You guys are just awesome! 200 kilometers of mountain biking and you still got all of your b roll and cool shots! Fantastic scenery! Editing as always was fantastic. What amazed me the most is how you both are able to still be smiling and laughing when it is obviously so hard! Great job!

[@justincase5272]

You can, but it's on-off-on-off-on-off-on-off...

[@richardherndon1541]

@@justincase5272 Lol🤣

[@wynnehonsinger5217]

Poor Kika! I felt for you! I was seriously into mountain biking in the late 80s, 90s. It is the most physically demanding sport I have ever done , using every part of your body. There are no "easy" mountain bike rides. Felt so bad for Kika being thrown into this long ride with no learning curve prep. Well done to tough it out!

[@steveo3459]

So hard! But you'll NEVER forget it. I'm 77. There are some things you remember forever. For you, this trip will be one. Kudos to you both

[@corichg]

Honestly, it was refreshing to see you struggle at something for once, instead of effortlessly picking it up like you usually do. And Kika, you looked so much more confident and capable by the end! Great job!

[@robertw1524]

I love that you two are always ready to try another new adventure. A bold choice to pick a beautiful but really hard trail for a beginner. Three cheers for the chutzpa ! Smiling, laughing, filming, narrating and hiking an extra extra heavy bike while getting bashed. Many thanks, as always, for bringing us along.

[@butchsytek8138]

It was a pleasure to Kika improve so much. I think on trails that rough maybe you should have put a reef or two in the sails. Love you guys

[@dadthegrappler4125]

Years ago I did a 575 mile ride over 6 days with 60 riders. It was one of the best experiences of my life. So glad you got to do this. Thanks for sharing your adventure with us.

[@rssea814]

This was a fun watch! I biked through southern Spain 20 years ago on my own around the same time of year, and this brought back a lot of memories. Especially the fancy hotels for super cheap, and the desperate need for calories at a time of day when no one in Spain thought it reasonable to have a restaurant open. I needed 6 meals a day...I'd ride in to a tiny town, find the only open store, order 4 sandwiches and ate one, stuck the rest in my bags, and kept going. The Spaniards were so supportive of my journey, cheering me on from the olive groves as I went by...it was wonderful.

[@stephenvanalstyne2316]

As an avid road and mountain biker, I love that you guys got to go bike such a cool place to ride. Also love seeing how an e-bike enables a beginner to go to such cool trails.

[@trevorlee7945]

I love Kikas determination she just keeps at it until she gets where she wants to go .

[@carmancloud]

I can’t believe you added onto your work to get extra shots but the ants and looking through the cave were incredible! And Kika, your attitude in adversity is #goals! 🙌

[@Pfefferkuchen5595]

I love how they always push through, especially Kika. BUT I do love it even more that Dan is her biggest fan! That’s the level of support and encouragement I want to see in a partnership. ❤

[@PtangPtangBiscuitBarrelSmith]

Hands down One of your best videos. And exactly what I would have expected you two to do, fits in with your lifestyle perfect. Hard slog though.

[@l_alvarez_1k]

Having pushed one of those bikes with a dead battery...those things are extremely heavy. You guys are awesome. Thank you for taking us along!

[@jimfisk4474]

Wow you all we're really bike hiking along. It was sure a challenge. I think I would rather do it with a motorbike but then I'm just an old fogey. Thanks Kiki and Dan, catch you again.

[@Winging-it-1000]

Not rock climbing, not silks 50 feet up, not 2 years in the Arctic, not 2 week passage, but electric mountain biking ? LOL! Still very impressed! Love the channel!

[@thefleming7950]

Wow guys‼‼ That was rough‼‼ I couldn't or wouldn't have done that🏞🚲🏞🚲. Much admiration to you guys for doing that, especially for Kika, being a strong woman, and pushing through. Amazing!!!! TFS.

[@mikeyoung4035]

You guys did great! I’m 68 years old and I have been riding downhill mountain bikes for twenty five years. I have broken arms, ribs, glasses, teeth and a titanium frame mountain bike. Kika did especially well. Great job guys!🚵‍♂️😁

[@matthewwarren7252]

I think you have said it before. You're not just a sailing channel you are an adventure channel, that uses a boat to get from one adventure to the next, while having adventures along the way. Keep up the great work and trying out new things. Not to mention if you are not a good mountain biker, that challenge would have been twice as hard as you are carrying a heavy E-Bike more and working your muscles more then you are using the E-Assist. No wonder Dans bike was empty at the end of Day one.... massive effort!

[@sailingabroad6528]

I remember when you guys were still in the Caribbean and Florida I finally splash my boat me and my wife we finally made it blood-sweat-and-tears we splashed our boat and are about to start cruising I hope to see you guys out there someday

[@stknmggs1788]

You are so impressive! Persistent and authentic. Loved this adventure!

[@DanielTruran]

LOVE Menorca my favourite island ! So thank you for cycling all around it and showing so many of those amazing coastlines and beaches and cliffs and forests ... The "tree hugging" breaking of Kika a move like no other !!! AMAZING what you achieved UP and down those rides very cool couple on very cool trails !

[@TheEstampe]

Menorca is an amazing island, even in high season there are not that many tourists (and they're mostly Brits which means they stay at the pool or at best will walk a few hundred meters to get to the closest "Irish" pub to watch football (soccer) on TV. The Cami de Cavalls are a great way to discover the coast around the isle. Another thing not to miss in Menorca are the Talayotic archaeological sites - there are plenty of them and visiting one or two is a must imho. The Mola fortress is definitely worth a tour too - Dan and Kika visited it in a previous video.

[@robertcarkeek8391]

What you go through ~~~ to keep us entertained deserves an ice cream, a chocolate cake, a big hug!!!!

[@HornshawWoodWorks]

Cool video, I love e-bikes! A couple of friendly e-bike tips…first always plug the charger into the bike and then into the wall socket. This reduces the chance of blowing a fuse in the battery. Second most e-bikes have a “walk” mode that will give you some assistance when pushing the bike up a hill. For the specialized brand, I think, you hold the “+” button for a couple seconds and the motor will give you some assistance. I hope this helps on your future adventures!

[@TexasGrandDad]

If you want vertical misery, hike the Grand Canyon, Rim-to-Rim-to-Rim. I was mistakenly over confident hiking with my daughter as I had spent ~12 years in the Army. That was 18 years ago. I soon realized the intervening years had taken their toll. Enjoy it while you are young. Humbling and amazing experience and I have booked another trip.

[@rwdyer2263]

This was so much fun to watch and I’ll bet. Even more fun to film and experience. Thank you both for the joy you bring to the lives of so many. PS I’m glad you didn’t get hurt.

[@justincase5272]

Yeah! Dan's back! From age 4 to mid-50s, I rode 10,000+ miles. If your rear derailleur is clicking and your chain falls off, then your rear derailleur's stops need adjusting, as does your shifter or cable, depending upon your setup. Cramps: Stretching helps, but if you're experiencing muscle cramps, you really need more potassium! Also, stay properly hydrated and go for ~70-90 pedal revolutions per minute, focusing on consistent and light to moderate exertion instead of trying to power your way through. Potassium-rich foods great for the trail: dried apricots, raisins, coconut water, banana chips, orange juice, almonds, cashews. Unlike salt, humans require far more potassium than they're getting: Over 19 years: 3,400 milligrams/day for males and 2,600 milligrams/day for females (pregnant or breastfeeding: 2,800-2,900 milligrams/day) As for Gatorade... "...potassium deficiency (hypokalemia) was more common in patients receiving Gatorade." - AmeriCares response in the aftermath of the 1994 Rwandan genocide. I recommend water and potassium-rich foods, but if you must use Gatorade, consider no more than 50% Gatorade with water, and still eat potassium-rich foods. "The whole trail is pretty advanced mountain biking..." Lol, the first time I went skiing (7th grade), I stuck to the beginner trails Day 1, the intermediate trails Day 2, and the difficult (black diamond) trails Day 3. While it CAN be done, falls are inevitable. My longest single-day mountain biking was 47 miles. Fortunately, most of it was on a paved road. I know, that's cheating...!

[@msdaus14]

One can look at situations as “breaking or failing”, I like to look at it as learning. If you’re not learning, you’re not pushing hard enough. Learning requires a growth process and that includes “breaking or failing”. Very cool adventure! After watching, I would add: doing so while laughing and cheering others on makes even the hardest situations bearable. You rock.

[@DuaneElverum]

This was brilliant. Kika, you CRUSHED.

[@adamhenderson001]

That is a VERY WHITE hotel room! LOL! Love the careful guidance of the muddy mountain bike around the white walls.

[@sailingbrunei8614]

You guys live the best adventures life has to offer! I m so jealous!! BTW a safety tip when cycling - when using sunglasses, wear the temple outside the helmet straps. This way when you fall your sunglasses fall away from your face and you do not risk your sunglasses breaking and puncturing your face.

[@A-Kiwi]

Hey Kika you absolutely rocked it at the end there! I'm well impressed! I do a lot of mountain biking on e-Mountain bikes, and the last 4 years I have done trans Alps, biking from Munich to Lake Garda in Italy over the alps, so totally enjoyed this episode. Great filming, I appreciated the mixture of on bike, setting the camera up and drone shots. That must really slow you guys down. That trail looks like a lot of fun.

[@brianking7535]

I'm 72 -- I have had three knee replacements, right knee twice --when I was your age I used to love going on rural excursions like I just watched you do. Thank You so much for allowing all of us out of shape antiques the vicarious thrill of reliving some of the most joyous times of our lives. KEEP ON TRUCKIN"

[@gwenmarshall587]

Your filming techniques are absolutely incredible..

[@dryroasted5599]

That you fell down that many times and kept smiling and laughing shows what an indomitable spirit you have, Kika. That looks like an awesome trail to hike, but I would never try riding it, and my e-bike wouldn't make it, either. Thanks for the beautiful views.

[@eieghn]

Glad to see you riding Specialized bikes. They are the pinnacle of bikes. Take it from me, a former Specialized S-Works Technician......

[@myself248]

Those DRONE SHOTS just took this from good to great. We spent so much time down in the dirt with the tires and the feet (and the hooves and the paws), then to finally see the vista open up to a breathtaking aerial panorama, that was just exquisite.

[@patrickbernard84]

I watched every single Step of your journey and definitely love the evolution of the channel!

[@richardwooldridge1505]

When we were on Menorca we saw a beautiful group of white condos?? - I think they were called Bini Beca or something close... Did you guys see those? Also our hosts took us to an unnamed spot where they said the Romans docked their ships - it was solid rock along the water, and there were wagon wheel tracks worn into the rock that were at least 8" deep. One of the highlights of our visit!

[@LifeBetweenTheDash]

"This is what we live for" Yes!!! No couches here‼️💯

[@DYoung-vt8pq]

This is just one woman's opinion but, Kika, I think you are the perfect Sports-Model of a Woman. You're made for climbing & biking! And Dan is such a wonderful partner. He pushes, but not too much. And he's great at inspiring confidence. I love you guys! Safe travels ❤️

[@carlinmcalister7131]

I don’t how you managed to meet this beautiful young lady. But you are a very lucky man. You are truly soul mates. Have been watching series from the start and enjoying every minute.

[@jameshull6776]

Kika, absolut respect. I've be moving for 30years and to jump on my bike and go and do 50km a day, 4 days in a row having not risen for a while would be an achievement. To do that for your first ever mtb ride is way beyond next level. you rode like a champ. Chapeau!

[@richardopenshaw5148]

We spent a couple of summers in Menorca on our boat, over-wintering at Addaia marina (the only one we found in the whole of Spain with private shower cubicles). We walked parts of the Cami de Cavalls, it's very beautiful. Also met some mountain bikers who were finding it as challenging as you did. You by-passed some beautiful calas that are best reachable by boat, so you must do a slow circumnavigation in Uma come the warmer weather to explore them.

[@saenole66]

A best video so far. The terrain of Majorca filmed was so rugged and beautiful. Kika toughed it out in a truly Herculean manner. The hotels looked so nice. What a beautiful place Majorca is.

[@bpersons14]

Welcome to BONK town Kika! It's the term affectionally given by bikers who hit the wall of what's possible physically and mentally. Aiming for 100 to 200 calories an hour is super helpful in preventing bonking. Also, that bike has a walk assist feature on the remote, where when you're pushing it up hill you can push that button to engage the motor to help propel the bike along side you so you're not working as hard.

[@Americanmapping44]

Wow you guys totally smashed it!!! Kika you're a total badass! Dan is the best supportive partner ever! You could have easily given you but you didnt

[@lisahanlin5317]

I love that you guys are always up for trying new things. Good on you, congratulations

[@allmomomosthomebus3895]

This looks like really great fun. It was easier much less difficult terrain, but as a highlight of my childhood, my family did a bike tour hotel to hotel through the Netherlands. It was awesome.

[@TimGuiles]

I will say - - - once again - - - that you two are amazing! - - - I love that you take so much care in getting it all down into a story line that feels like I am there with you. Thank you!!!!!

[@robertmartin842]

Look forward to watching you guys every week. I find myself wishing the show was longer. You are definitely a matched pair.

[@linf525]

Wow Kika- so impressed with your indomitable spirit! This video was just gorgeous, and you made it feel like the viewer was there with you both! At 80 years old, I can only remember my days of sailing and biking, hiking etc., but you two make me feel young again!!

[@captainstevenelson5294]

In one of your previous videos you mentioned that you didn’t sleep very well at anchor. I suggest getting more pillows. Create a cradle in which your body doesn’t move about in the bunk. Also when sleeping on your side, bring the uppermost knee up in front of you, and the foot back onto your lower leg.

[@pursuitforadventure]

What a cool place to do a several day ride! Kika you are kick ass!! Well done pushing through those few days even tho it was challenging. Always enjoy your videos 🇨🇦

[@BumblingSailor]

Awesome video! Definitely 'type 2' fun, the kind you don't enjoy until it's over 😂😂

[@bobahlberg6360]

Good job guys. last year i did the BAK BIKE ACROSS KANSAS 549 MI, in 7 days on a E BIKE..IM 75 YRS OLD. that was the first time i ever did anything like that . we stayed in school gyms and charged my 2 batteries! every nite.

[@reticentraven]

That was awesome! The slow mo through the water shot, the ants eye view, the follow shots with the drone! Epic! Great photography! Great editing! Enjoyed this episode!

[@rogerstone3068]

Those handlebars are way too wide, too. But: HUGE credit to both of you for completing that. I really didn't think you were going to achieve it.

[@cabincookie]

Always loved mountain biking especially in my area where its surrounded by mountain ranges like Sierra Madre, Kika's determination were awe inspiring and hopefully she made an episode where she talks about sailing the world with one of the least powerful passports because I wanted to embark on a sailing journey as third world country passport holder, and defy odds whatever it takes.

[@MiniCat.Australia]

Congrats guys - I used to run Mountain Bike Tours in Byron Bay and what you did was ‘tough’. Every challenge it’s great to see how you to work together - inspiring.

[@jimstratfordfl]

Kika kicks ass! I’m impressed with your “sticktoitiveness.”

[@williamsron]

You both are the best!

[@jackrolfson312]

That's a beautiful countryside Thank you so much for taking the time to take those videos. Although you've set the president for a new definition of a tree hugger! I can only imagine how hard it would be to do that, Beating up your body everyday. I'm glad you're safe back on your boat, Please take care be safe look forward to your next video!

[@mobilixone1575]

Respect Kika! You showed an enormous learning curve…

[@tmcmsail1]

The Boy Scouts biking merit badge has the long mountain bike ride as 22 miles. When my teenage son finished 22 miles, he had rubber legs for a while. Good on you for this adventure….

[@fgansell]

That was very enduring Kika, biking can be tough, the island looks beautiful, some awesome scenery, great video, thanks for putting it out.

[@dieselmax8606]

This was a very exciting episode! We love a good adventure and you both are a great couple to watch in the outdoors. Very good editing and all that goes with it as well. Most excellent is all that keeps coming to mind.

[@johndixon5097]

Kina sometimes bananas don’t work for cramps.I try to keep salt handy,when bananas don’t work. Place a pinch of salt under your tongue and let it melt away. The cramps will go away almost immediately. Keep up the adventure and have fun.

[@patrickjames1080]

Brilllllliant Uma - that was epic Kika & Dan. Thanks for sharing 👍

[@paulsj9245]

Definitely no couch here but bruises galore! (and beds, luckily) I love all the colours of the land (and sea), and how your personalities shine over this whole arduous adventure. Gimme more!! The horizon lock on the gopro takes the video to another level - imagine these riding scenes from the perspective of the jumping bar! And the drone - epic!!

[@clarisd]

The epic beauty and pain!!! Guys to go from sea legs and do the ring of fire! lolol Yall are crazy, a weather window is what it is!!! Almost started to call yall, land lovers. lolol The tree hug was masterfully well timed!!! Excellent save!!! on the last day I would be counting the meters! 40, 39, 38 and three.....

[@montymontano8618]

Way to go, Kika! Admire your perseverance and good humor. I’m assuming not too much was left in the editing room floor. 😉

[@maartentukker843]

Well done! Love to see you not giving up although it's hard and frustrating at times. You're an example.

[@fionamccormick9268]

Once you get through the pain barrier. I did the trail with you, but you did all the hard work.

[@justincase5272]

I've gotta hand it to you both! That's a commendably difficult set of trails for newbies or even intermediate riders. Day 3 is always the worst for both physical and mental walls. By Day 4, you're usually coming out of the exercise funk and by Day 5, you're on a role. Kika, by the time you hit the beach (literally) at 22:40, I'm seeing significant improvement in skill, even though you're clearly quite tired. As always, your choice of composition in your videography is excellent and very enjoyable, so THANK YOU!!!

[@rayeccles9922]

Nice to see you back at the touring part love to see the beautiful places you go!

[@lisadungey6257]

Wow that was crazy good for you both for finishing it and taking us along

[@erikhedl2084]

Very impressive Kika! You are a trouper!

[@richardcook4007]

Pretty darn awesome Kika, you crushed that! A lot of people would have bailed on that challenge.

[@peterd4429]

I like how you and Dan always like to be such happy and excited people who love sharing what you guys do I feel like you and Dan could raise a family and one day have children

[@sinnops]

This was great! I'm an avid mountain biker and I was really great seeing you guys get out on the trails. That was a pretty brutal chunky trail system you went on. Kika totally crushed it, she did amazing for her first time mountain biking! Normal button mountain bikes weigh around 30 lb or so. An e bike is usually around 50 or so pounds and absolutely no fun to push 😂

[@jansmejkal8088]

Really nice! Also the chain on ebikes often break when you shift during the motor is still pushing. So always try not to shift under load. The thin chain is because of theodern 12 speed cassette. Less components, more range. The thickness doesn't determine the strength, only the perpendicular bolts determine the thickness so it has the same strength as thicker chains. But you were best prepared for that! Also I hoped you reached Kika some technique how to ride and position over the bike, really challenging and well done for the first time MTB!

[@costaslambropoulos9170]

Another Amazing Adventure that you took us with you...Thank you both!!! So Amazing!!!

[@kenmcclow8963]

I am just going to say that in the US you could make pushing the heavy bike uphill easier by feathering the throttle. It's a get out of jail card sometimes. This is such cool scenery, it was totally worth the struggle to sit in my chair and watch. Two of my favorites are boats and bikes, so I love it.

[@virgildailey1970]

You guys are nuts! That’s not a biking course, that’s a torture course! Lol!

[@larsholst6216]

Real fun to watch and totally beautiful environments. Fantastic!!

[@carolewoodruff9329]

It amazes me how you two just keep on pushing thru!

[@naomitakimoto7295]

I just watched this episode and I’m again and again fell in so love with Dan as the bestest husband/best friend/soulmate/partner in crime/simply a human being in the universe ❤ And I’m also madly in love with Kika as the bestest everything you can think of … What I’m trying to say is that you guys are such amazing people, mentally and physically fit and flex to grow even you two are already way too wonderful to be real… I’m over 50, but I’m literally learning from you guys almost every episode, but especially this one 👍🩵😍🩷🙏💚 So, thank you for sharing. With my sincere respect and appreciation, and big hugs and lots of love to you incredibly beautiful people ❤❤❤❤❤

[@LiftRanger]

The trail looks brutal. I'm aching and exhausted just watching this one. Ah, to be young, energetic and adventurous,...

[@rjgillens2637]

1) You two are NUTS!!!!!!.. 2) Kika.... you are amazing!

[@Wasa9191]

Great video. I have an electric mountain bike and yes they are heavy, but a lot of fun and I'm 70. Good job Kika and u didn't break anything.

[@larseriksen8212]

Fun part. My E-bike got a walk-mode, yours NOT? It's make climbing so much easyer. 😀Love your program - have been loving it, from day ONE.

[@hogroamer260]

Kika's a gamer, that was a "pita"! E-bikes are nice but, especially for a beginner, that doesn't help with the saddle soreness. Great accomplishment!

[@carolgale2590]

Kira you did wonderfully well. Mountain biking is difficult

[@christinapittsley786]

Kika I totally feel for you kudos for doing this you are a rockstar!