BADLANDS BIKE-CHECK BEFORE THE 2022 RACE

This is it, the start of our 2022 Badlands adventure!
In this video we head out to explore a section of the Tabernas Desert course, as a final bike-check to be sure we're ready for the race.
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[@mickhurley7305]

Mikey a great cinematographer. Really enjoying your videos, you capture the essence of it all, the dirt, sand,sweat,pain,highs,lows, the whole package.

[@Fernwee]

That's the goal, thanks for the kind message!

[@kncpt14]

Great to see the calm before the storm that is a Badlands adventure!

[@bogdanc2309]

Can't wait for the next video, great content as always!!! Glad to see you riding again guys!

[@Szene-vu5cs]

The cinematagrophy of the badlands video turned out more than amazing!!! huge probs for that

[@oddfuture1click]

I have watched many setups but this is by far the one that makes so much sense in my opinion. Great balance between minimalism/lightweight, endurance but still everything you need ✌🏽

[@MrNathBlack]

best bike checks ever! what a landscape around!

[@windy415]

Good luck guys!!! Drive safe!❤🙏

[@christianb.d1418]

so dope! - looking forward to the next vid

[@whatthehoeck]

After inserting the plug, you should rotate the tire so the sealant flows toward the hole and seals it.

[@fucktheworld1207]

Quality as usual fellas, I love the way you all just buzz off each other 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻

[@m.dahriamjad1944]

Goodluck guys...have fun!

[@wilfwilliams]

That was a great watch, after these years I feel as if I ‘know’ you guys .😮 I dot watched the race. Shout out to Styrkr and ride beyond crew

[@Thracium]

GOOD LUCK! HAVE FUN!

[@fraserstewart5210]

Another good film.

[@johnlesoudeur3653]

Interesting and well though tout set ups. Like the idea of a bigger top tube bag and smaller tail bag. Will be good to get feedback on this set up.

[@BMMB450]

Epic man. Can you talk about the bikes, gears items would be idea for another vlog. Big support 👍🏼👍🏼

[@neilbuckley5796]

Yesssss!! ONE. MORE. VIDEO. I gotta question, place you most wanna ride but can’t?

[@stormeporm]

Use voile straps they rock! On the tape wrap it around your pump you dont need a complete roll. It saves weight and space. And any time you bring your pump you have tape. Saved me a few times. And of course how can I forget great video!

[@Fernwee]

Tape on the pump is a good one!

[@franciscorey5723]

Se oyen las chicharras en la gasolinera....pero no está haciendo calor ahora, sino os ibais a enterar de lo que vale un peine.... Saludos 😀😀

[@jonnythelegs2597]

Toe straps, old school but so useful at times 👌

[@007kette]

is that a prototype, if so when will the new carbon frame come out?👍🏻

[@christophpetzke8806]

Awesome video. Thx for that. Your set up looks very comfortable as it is lightpacking, wow! Hope you enjoyed the bad lands! And thanks again for you the flask which came last week.

[@Fernwee]

Enjoy!

[@user-om3gp7lh5y]

수고하셨습니다_ 항상 안전하게 라이딩 하세요^^

[@etansey]

Spare cleat - good shout

[@jsonmongo7003]

can you say more about the installed stems and handlebars from Easton please?

[@RomanoCortesJorge]

I wish you could make a video on tips on how to finish this race. Is it possible to finish the race while still getting at least 4 hours of sleep every night? Are there places to bathe after each day of riding? Were chaffing and saddle sores a problem? Did you bring a set of cycling clothes for every day of the race or did you just reuse? Is it possible do the race while sleeping at accommodations every night? How cold did it get sleeping out in the desert at night? Any insights would be so appreciated. Great videos 🙂

[@solidfoxy]

What stem are you using? It looks semi integrated, the whole bike is so so sweet!

[@ender6264]

That drone shot… duuude

[@frankmajor3012]

Interesting video. Maybe you can explain a bit more about your charging technique and nutrition in your next members stream. Looking forward to your next longer video.

[@Fernwee]

Good idea Frank, havent done a stream in a while!

[@eszterdomina]

❤❤❤

[@lazyac_]

i scraping internet to know more about theses bikes since, tell us more about this carbon atlas bike!

[@CyclingWithDan]

Flamenco 💃

[@kilchoman3624]

Have you ever tried Lupine Lights from germany? They are bright, long battery life, remote control, quiet expensive though.

[@VincentForDesign]

What's the saddle will you recommend for ultra cycling?

[@johnbenten7942]

i am jealous and wish I was 30 years younger to ride with you. Bummer Mike is not riding...Last year's video was epic. Good Luck and Ride Well!

[@Fernwee]

Thanks 👍

[@chadwells7562]

Cliff Young won the Sydney - Melbourne ultra at 61, you can keep at endurance sports for a very long time. Do it!

[@DanielStrojek]

Hi, which is the DT Swiss wheelset model? What is the depth and weight?

[@stichtingride4kids]

Thanks guys. What brand is the thin slik sleeping linner of Jelmer?

[@Fernwee]

Sea to summit!

[@miramoneric6988]

Hi men ,congratulations for all your videos,I follow you from last year .Now you are talking about awesome area,you didn’t see last year .Right but what the area’s name 😀.I ´m 67 and I plan to try badlands next year .Last question,what the development you use this year ?

[@Fernwee]

The Tabernas Desert, enjoy your ride next year!

[@heidijarvis777]

Little did you know how much trouble that tyre would be.

[@paigeredman3465]

Those Tailfin bags are awesome looking, any idea when they will be released?

[@Fernwee]

Not sure, these were custom prototypes!

[@amberuniche4880]

Would you like to try our tubeless fix kit? Our fork is thinner.

[@abolubiezenis]

Hi, Martijn! Are those Easton EC90 AX bars? How did you find them? Are the flat tops wide enough to provide the necessary comfort? Many thanks.

[@Fernwee]

I really like them, the flare is perfect and top is pretty comfy yes

[@coolrunner9317]

Minute 26: Which bag is that? I find this kind of bag great!

[@Fernwee]

Tailfin Aeropack!

[@StephanBechert]

Great Video. Is this the new Atlas Carbon?

[@Sem84]

sssssst ;) I was wondering the same. At first, I thought it was, then they mentioned the wrap, then I was watching the bike more closely, and it does look like the seat tube is slightly bent (around the rear wheel), and also the corners of the frame look very smooth (could be the wrap, or it's the carbon...). Also, the seat stays look a bit different (but again, this can also be the wrap...)

[@McGruffy]

do you have a link for the areao bars?

[@danielreynolds5012]

Just watched your last year's Badlands video. Is there a tactical change for this year (even after the qualified success of 2nd ...) to avoid some of the suffering??

[@danielreynolds5012]

"was there..."

[@Fernwee]

You'll learn about that in the next video ;)

[@davet003.5]

Hey Team - How many meters did Mike need to stay away to ensure you were deemed unassisted/ unsupported (and not break a Lael Wilcox Arizona Trail type rule)?

[@Fernwee]

There were quite specific rules, but he could get pretty close, as long as he didnt talk to us

[@markysz]

Which Atlas is it? As i didnt catch it in video. I know that painting is custom bo besides that what bike is it?

[@lucaaiello681]

Think that it's a carbon version preview

[@maxpowers111]

The Błedów Desert is in Poland.

[@Mrocznyty]

And thats a fact

[@bikeinmotion]

Are you guys not planning on sleeping at all? Just emergency sleeping stuff?

[@adrianmarcos6944]

Hola, que rodado usan 650 b o 700 c ?? Gracias

[@Wilczewicz]

Same question :)

[@shaunphillips6468]

what are the hydration vests you are all wearing please?

[@Fernwee]

Apidura & Camelbak

[@shaunphillips6468]

@@Fernwee many thanks

[@marvelous1351]

what brand/model headlights and backlight are you using and how long do the batteries last?

[@Sem84]

They all have a dynamo hub in/on their front wheel. So as long as they keep going there will be power

[@marvelous1351]

@@Sem84 still curious about the brand though 😉

[@Fernwee]

SON Edelux!

[@FreezePaul]

@@Fernwee Is it compatible with Focus Atlas 6.8 original wheels?

[@bernovanderwal]

Damn wat vet… ik ga met fietsmaat Granguanche doen. Kennen jullie die al?

[@Fernwee]

Zeker, staat ook op ons lijstje

[@bernovanderwal]

@@Fernwee wij rijden m in maart! hoop jullie daar te zien en jullie daar net zo’n mooie film als badlands maken 😄

[@danielbum912]

Did Jelmer misspeak and mean 30/32 for his lowest gear or is it actually 42? Did not think that would be possible with 2x but I'd love to hear it works (and how, if it requires a hack?)

[@Fernwee]

No hacks involved, 30 in the front, 42 in the rear!

[@MrSzwarz]

I just wonder, do you use colorist or apply filters to achieve a specific mood of your videos?

[@Fernwee]

I do the grading in Premiere Pro!

[@okmei]

it is possible to ride a 50mm tire on the old atlas 6.8 bike?

[@Fernwee]

Absolutely

[@dennispalabrica]

Hey sir, just ask if where can I inquire that kind of frameset the color, looking forward for your reply.…thanks

[@Fernwee]

Heyo, they were custom made for us so not available commercially unfortunately!

[@dennispalabrica]

@@Fernwee very nice and I like it very much, good for you 😊

[@dennispalabrica]

@@Fernwee anyway what’s your bike size and your height?

[@kanoysta1]

Did you said 50mm tires? Does atlas can handle it?

[@adlar2005]

tires are trash, why?

[@chrishawkins2011]

What leatherman is that?

[@Fernwee]

Skeletool!

[@DmitryKoupriyanov]

When is the motorcycle 'bike' check?

[@Fernwee]

Haha one day!

[@jameswatson5380]

Love those sunglasses. MAAP 100% Hypercraft? Where do i get them?

[@Fernwee]

At Maap, but they’re probably sold out

[@oliver.abroad]

@@Fernwee There's also one pair left somewhere in the desert 😂🙊

[@playmoreguitar5393]

5:40 650b 2.1 instead of 700c gentlemen. 650b is HARDLY slower. Facts. As I suffer with 700 40 Pirelli Cinturato M myself.

[@Fernwee]

700c 2.1 would fit on the Atlas, 50mm and 2.1 are almost the same

[@florianabrahamson2834]

Wrapped because its a new carbon bike?

[@lucaaiello681]

Probably!!!

[@courtmarker1779]

dont give your secrets away

[@Fernwee]

We got no secrets!

[@chadwells7562]

Their planned ride time is 3-4 days and the winning time last year was 44 hours, not gonna make a difference. Thanks for this! It’s truly inspiring

[@XxFlashTuTorialsxX]

Would be super grateful for the song name with the awesome saxophone Edit: Found it: Lars Erickson - (Stay) True m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/eYXSi4FphNqofbc