BIKE TO FLY | 9 Days of Bikepacking and Fly Fishing Through Patagonia

About two years ago, my friend Miles Sebald decided to travel up to Dead Horse, Alaska, with his bike and ride south in one push to the opposite side of the world in Tierra del Fuego, Argentina. Erika and I made plans to meet up with Miles when he reached Patagonia, where we biked and fished with him for 9 days.
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Filmed by: Miles Sebald, Erika Florian, and Will Phelps
Edited by: Will Phelps
Animations by: Annie Robertson

[@LapierreDan]

Now THIS is quality content. Most youtubers should take notes. Worth every minute of my life spent watching it. Thank you guys. Mucho inspiration.

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Wow, thanks for such kind words and thanks for following along! Cheers!

[@deniextreme]

Thats true! Enjoyed watching

[@abikersdiary6087]

Hey! my girlfriend and I met Miles last year during what we remember as one of the nicest dinners in our travels. We met him in Ecuador on the Quilotoa loop. He's such a nice guy and he maybe inspired us. We were backpackers back then but are currently bike packing the Indian Himalayas. Thanks Miles for what felt like Christmas Eve in July.

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Awesome! He’s quite the guy. Glad he made his way into your travels!

[@RichardBrasch]

As I've come t expect from Phelps on the Fly, this wonderful piece of work is about about so much more than fishing, even though I LOVE the fishing. What a joy to see quality video-art like this. Thank you, Will, Erika, and Miles!!

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Thanks so much for the positivity and support!

[@nicohfe]

Happy that you enjoyed our Patagonia so fully! beer, empanadas, fernet and fishing. They achieved a great adventure. May it not be the last! greetings from Buenos Aires.

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for the kind words, we love Argentina! 🇦🇷

[@sebastianperez6200]

I see the landscapes of my province, Chubut, and it moves me. I am from Epuyén, and this summer I saw them on the road near El Bolsón! I'm glad you enjoy this land as much as we do. You still have the Beer Trail pending, from Bariloche to El Maitén through dirt roads and countryside.

[@bmcossette]

“You know when they have a fishing show on TV? They catch the fish and then let it go. They don’t want to eat the fish, they just want to make it late for something.” - Mitch Hedberg 😂

[@sumukhapk4136]

I’m rofl

[@sonnygrand6578]

Will! Holy shit this was masterful film making and story telling! Bravo man! Unbelievable doc! So so talented. I’m now thinking bigger for my fly fishing adventures!

[@PhelpsontheFly]

That is exactly my goal with these films. Makes me very happy to hear that it inspired you. Thanks for following along!

[@melindabaer2534]

No need to cuz.. it's a great watch.

[@hunterbennett111]

THIS IS HOW YOU MAKE A FLY FISHING ADVENTURE VIDEO! Dude, awesome skills. You can definitely tell the amount of work you put into this and it’s absolutely amazing! Congrats on the video man, can’t wait for the next ✌🏽

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Much appreciated man! Stay tuned for more!

[@blueridgeflyguy9551]

What a beautiful and poignant film Will. I love all your stuff but this one is at a different level. The goodbye choked me up

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Thanks so much for your kind words. More to come!

[@whynugs]

Fishing and cycling is part of my childhood, this 1 hours+ content is worth watching. Beautiful people and landscapes! ❤ from Indonesia

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Thanks for watching!

[@liamjohnny335]

I miss those landscapes..miss them like old friends....blue icy waters and endless skies.... I coming home my friends..I miss u....

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Beautiful place!

[@TRBO1717]

I closed the window, and looked the video up again because I forgot to like and comment. It's not much, but I thoroughly enjoyed every second of this story. You deserve the algorithmic help, regardless of how small a like and comment may be.

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Much appreciated man!

[@chrisanderson3854]

Wow, I went to high school with Miles!! KZbin worked its magic tonight - What an incredible trip. Cheers boys!

[@Jamie.S.]

I really love this video, I just keep coming back to it and watching it again. Everything about it, the filming, the scenery, the friendship, the adventure, the shared passion and the fun, it’s all just great stuff. Magnificent job. I do have one question though, what happened to Miles’ Rohloff hub? Did that break or didn’t he like it perhaps?

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Thank you so much for your support! It means a lot. He did have some issues with it, it was difficult to service it and get parts for it abroad. He switched to a standard drive train that was easier to service.

[@Jamie.S.]

@@PhelpsontheFly Thanks so much. Yes I was wondering because all you hear is that Rohloffs are indestructible and go forever. Looks like things can go wrong. Hmmm.

[@850OVERLAND]

Watched this while getting my daughter to bed and absolutely enjoyed every minute of it. Miles is definitely one of a kind. Reminds me of a late brother of mine whom I biked hundreds of miles with. Thanks for the video!

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching!

[@oldsmugglerflyfishing]

Awesome video mate! Finally someone shows that it's possible and safe to fish on your own in Patagonia, no need to hire a guide or a lodge.

[@PhelpsontheFly]

True words! Glad you enjoyed it

[@joshuawilliams1893]

Bravo to this guy. He is living a freeing life. After working my ass off in an office and buying into the "American Dream". I would love to just sell all and be nomadic. Be able to see all of the wonderful places like this. Good on him for getting it done. BTW this was a badass little film and truly enjoyed watching it.

[@Rich-l6r]

Just do it 👍👍🚴

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Much appreciated!

[@joshuawilliams1893]

​@@Rich-l6r I have kids now. Totally different situation now.

[@adamburke7613]

Brilliant! You make my favorite fly fishing films, and this is a standout among your works. Thanks Will!

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Thank you for the kind words and for following along!

[@davidgranger4568]

I loved every minute of this. Thank you for taking me on your awesome adventure!

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@AZTEC_ARTS2023]

Jeez ...... this was awesome to watch, guys.. Thanks for the upload ... and the HOURS of editing ...

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Jbbjjbbj1988]

Came across this wonderful film by pure chance. The athomsphere, editing, sound, particularly the colors...they kind of evoke a comfortable, gloomy feeling of longing for a more `free` life on one hand and incites a strong motivation to get out (on the bike) to do whatever asap on the other hand. So, thanks so much for this artifact of the best life. Long may yall run. Best from northern Germany

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Thank you so much for the kind words!

[@italogiardina8183]

Fine audio of natural phenomena and DP along with an anthropological outsider POV.

[@adammcdaniel7972]

I rarely comment on KZbin videos, but had to on this exceptional content. Loved the fly fishing but especially enjoyed the honest reflection. Just do it, and slow down.

[@rodneystock8595]

That was a pretty epic adventure in Patagonia. That Miles well rode for miles. Nice work on the video. It was really cool to see that part of the world. Just do it

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks!

[@Alex_01WRC]

excellent video, cycling and fishing, it couldn't be better, thank you for visiting Argentina, we hope to see you again, congratulations on the video, greetings from Argentine Patagonia 🚲🇦🇷🎣

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Thanks a lot! I love your country 🇦🇷

[@jacobwalker8206]

Stellar trip. All time video right here. Miles seems like the coolest guy.

[@PhelpsontheFly]

We agree!

[@gavindavies1356]

Just wow! Planted the seed to drag my ass out on another tour. Vamos!

[@LawsonLindseyFishing]

Unreal video dude, enjoyed it tremendously! What a freaking cool dude Miles is and what an incredible adventure.

[@leshamilton6657]

Muy buena! Gracias! I LOVE Patagonia. Seriously makes my heart hurt I miss it so bad! Thanks for showing the beauty of Patagonia. Amazing scenery, fishing, people...the whole package!

[@PhelpsontheFly]

It’s truly a beautiful place!

[@stevehops2825]

excellent video. loved the color of the rivers. deep green. I was glad to see that Miles did not take the Highway down Baja. No shoulder with speeding trucks. Congrats to all three of you.

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Much appreciated!

[@maxwelldorn2792]

underrated youtuber! stay dedicated Will your time is coming. stuff is so good.

[@PhelpsontheFly]

I appreciate that! Thanks for following along!

[@federicodonadio5624]

Amazing insparing story... and thanks for showing part of mi Pais, Argentina is such a beauty

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Muy Bonita!

[@brentwilson2526]

Hands down the best fly fishing video channel on KZbin.

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Thanks for the kind words!

[@AlaskaMatt]

Thats awesome. I work in Deadhorse and I remember talking to Miles on the road im glad he made it

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Amazing!

[@wendyparry437]

Awesome to watch but hard for you three. Your film making is brilliant and a joy to watch . Those memories will stay with you all forever , I hope . You captured the scenery and culture well and of course your cycling task for it was a task. Thank you for this and keep making the videos . Well done .

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Glad you enjoyed it! 🙏

[@adammackenzie]

Awesome, thanks. Ride safe everyone !

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Ride safe!

[@kennysus6174]

This is an absolute masterpiece! Something to play on the big screens in theatres ❤ the experience was truly mind-blowing

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Much appreciated!

[@davidleegordon6857]

watching that scene around the 40-minute mark, the music, the shots, i just sat back and felt all of it. and then the tree snag. bravo zulu. i gigglesnorted. great film.

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Much appreciated! 🙏

[@matthewjakeman7462]

Just awesome! You knocked it out of the park with this one!

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@ElectronicPedro]

This was so inspiring. Life is all about moments and memories like these. Thank you

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Thanks for watching!

[@richardgill9484]

Just what my world weary soul needed to see. Thank you Mr Phelps😎🍻

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Glad you enjoyed it. Cheers!

[@Scott_english]

What a film, and what a journey for miles. Holy smokes!

[@FreeFormFlyFisher]

Wow! Primo video my guy! You showed so many different experiences in this one. The definition of 'trip of a life time.'

[@PhelpsontheFly]

No doubt! Thank you for the kind words!

[@jesseh1800]

Another amazing adventure and video to document it, so inspiring to get out there. Thank you, and tight lines!

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for following along!

[@mikemaynard2044]

Awesome Phelpszy! Totally enjoy your content. This one was special!

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Thanks a ton!

[@W.C.]

Wow. I honestly thought this was from a much bigger channel based on the production quality. It was so refreshing to watch. Would love to see a follow up interview with Miles.

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Wow, thank you!

[@troutmaster5543]

Will, you made my evening when I read this title. I can't wait to watch. Thank you!

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Hope you liked it!

[@sanjudas1968]

This video made my weekend enjoyable.

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Glad to hear it! Thank for watching!

[@ralfsbanders6108]

Beautiful film

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Thanks for watching!

[@chesterstorm1]

Watching from UK🇬🇧 i to fly fish and this is 1 of the places id love to fish Patagonia... Just absolutely bloody brilliant to have such great friends to do this with you across the Americas with you I hope you all stay friends forever I wish you all the best and have fun stay safe.... 🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧👍 PS an unbelievable achievement i salute you sir

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Glad you enjoyed it, thanks for the kind words!

[@marianitote]

Thanks for sharing!

[@rccola362]

That was a fantastic adventure and film, thanks for sharing

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching!

[@austintatum1763]

Awsome film work Will! Thanks for sharing!

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Thanks for watching!

[@bien589]

I watched a lot video same here. Each video, each emotion. But too much impression here, the feeling is immerse myself into your video to experience together. Thank you for producing & sharing. From Viet Nam with love.

[@gfsdgfabfsdafjsavbdfs1253]

Wow. You show the spirit of bike touring pretty well. Being alone vs adapting to other peopel again. Great shooting and editing as well. Makes me want to go back to Patagonia!

[@brunosulliotti3787]

I've enjoyed so much this video. Thank you for sharing your experience and your thoughts on life, keep on with the good vibes!

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Thank you! Will do!

[@2wheelsrbest327]

Great film Will . Two of my three passions cycling fishing and the other being motorcycling. All three can get you away from the city and breathing fresh air. Even here in the UK you don't need to travel far to achieve that.

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Much appreciated!

[@DB-bo5eq]

Thanks for sharing. Enjoyed watching this sooo much

[@kkrajiv1]

truly loved the Movie and beautiful Patagonia & Fly fishing

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Much appreciated!

[@jasontinton8769]

just the other day i was thinking there needs to be way more bikepacking and fly fishing videos and here we are 🎉

[@PhelpsontheFly]

More to come!

[@roneystein]

Fantastic work. Have been in Cholila dec’23 . You’ve captured and told the essence. So beautiful, peaceful, hard to explain.

[@simonwiltshire]

Great film guys loved it, realy sums up what bikepacking is all about. Thankyou.

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@mhsomethingsomething850]

The “one more day” resonated with me. Great monologue 👏🏼

[@PhelpsontheFly]

🙏

[@johannmadrid8864]

riding with no front shocks is crazyyy thats awesone

[@ianjwhitmore]

Fantastic film! Makes me want to plan a bikepacking trip down there.

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Thank you! Go for it!

[@MarkFraley-uc4vp]

Great Will so well done I’m definitely going to watch this more than once and looking forward to see your and Scotty’s birthday vid!!

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for following along!

[@TheLemon333]

Very high quality production. very nicely put together.

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Much appreciated!

[@Freyguy66]

Love your stuff dude! Among the best fly channels in the game no doubt!!

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Wow, thanks! 🙏

[@GarySanders-tc2et]

Will...you've done it again...what a fabulous video...please continue the great work...I look forward to the next video

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Thanks for the continued support, Gary!

[@moscaman559]

Now that’s an adventure….. Excellent 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@felipearmas5132]

I’ve always follow your adventures with Scottie, but this is outstanding!! I am glad you enjoy your time in Patagonia. Greetings from Bariloche!

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Glad you like them! Thanks for following along! We loved Bariloche.

[@beezersurf]

Amazing work once again, Will.

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@spencer9841]

This was a phenomenal watch! I've recommended it to a good chunk of my friends. Makes me wanna quit my job and head out on an adventure. Well done guys 🤙🏽🇨🇦

[@jamesavery5629]

This should be featured on the Fly Fishing Film Toure. Incredible video!

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Much appreciated! If only they allowed hour long films!

[@zee_blake]

thank you. the length and build are great. very nice work

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Glad you liked it! Thank you for the kind words!

[@ต้อมเด็ดสะกอยดอยสะเก็ด]

I saw what you did. Your friends went to different places. It was beautiful and encouraging. I want to ride my bike again. Thank you, brother.🙏🙏🙏💓💖🚵💤🚴💨

[@jbroadbentmr2]

Loved this. Been thing about fly fishing so after this am taking it up and jumping on my bike 🤙🏼

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Go for it!

[@tigersteamer]

Absolutely friggin AWESOME! One of, if not The Best Travel films. In my opinion. Great job man you Killed it!!!🔥👍

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Thank you so much for the kind words! Cheers!

[@shawnmurphy3676]

man what a amazing film!

[@BenHN01]

A beautiful film. Thank you.

[@kevinyoshida4820]

A beautiful film, you are working hard to perfect your craft, well done.

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Thank you very much!

[@wanderingwatersofa1771]

Awesome adventure!! Man, my bucket list just keeps getting longer. Way to raise the bar!

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Thanks for the kind words!

[@philipivanov1]

man, that Miles is a awesome guy, please make more videos with him, going on bike trips together !

[@johnvishnesky5168]

Incredible film! Now I gotta go to Patagonia!

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Full support! Thanks for the kinds words

[@rainier16oz]

Amazing stuff Phelps! Keep making films. You are super talented. Aloha

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@TravisDuff]

Atta boy, Will! This is awesome!

[@felipehuerta5628]

Awesome Phelps! Congrats for the video! I'm going back to Chile my country from Australia , hopefully I'll do some Fly Fishing! Looks pretty awesome!

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Much appreciated!

[@Luthjo]

Awesome content, cool story telling - what an adventure! Cheers

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Thanks so much!

[@southflyfisher]

So awesome, guys. Loved your journey!

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@5mjc]

Enjoyed very very much, Great ! Mike in England,UK.

[@tannerczerny2772]

Mannnn, you killed this. I’m not gonna lie I’ve definitely watched this though like 3-4 times now. Amazing video

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Thanks for the high praise man! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@elteacherviajero]

So far, el mejor video de bikepacking en Patagonia ❤

[@PhelpsontheFly]

🙏

[@mickhua9113]

This is such a good movie abut fishing & biking. Thank you

[@zachbrown9031]

Thoroughly enjoyed this. Well, well done

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Many thanks!

[@prolificnorthwest]

Awesome looking trip and great job with the film!

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Thanks a ton!

[@ruudn]

What a beautiful video. I'm not into fishing at all, but I'm glad that the algorithm put this on my timeline!

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@CouplesLite]

loved this Great Adventure and Tour

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Jacket_t_b]

Well looks like I’m gonna get into fly fishing….great video! Definitely inspired to go on an adventure!

[@MrDroppler]

I did love this video, thanks for sharing! Those are so beautiful landscapes! sending love to y'all Also so god editing, these postal type photos and old color style

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Thank you so much!

[@brughs4072]

Wanted to comment before you get too big to see it haha, this video and especially Miles' mindset helped me view everything with a different lense. Keep it up man!

[@PhelpsontheFly]

Awesome! Thank you! 🙏