BIKE TOURING - WHAT TO BRING (+ 3 essential tips)

[@gernblanston358]

You're not a newbie by any stretch: you've biked across another hemisphere into a gigantic mountain range on a whim and would have gone even further if not for COVID, and now you're biking through two different hemispheres and two continents. Somehow, you look fresh as a daisy in the morning and apparently carry the fire of a Spanish Dragon. In other words, don't ever minimize what you know or who you are. You got The Goods, Gyrl. You're Awesome. Saludos, G

[@carlagoessouth]

Thank you so much! 🫶🫶🫶

[@kiitc]

Thank you for uploading this video! As a bike packer, it's always great to see other's setup so I can make changes in my setup! PS , it's called a bungee chord 4:00

[@carlagoessouth]

Ah yes true!!!! I think I had known at some point haha thank you so much 🫶🏽

[@JustinSane1234]

Hey Carla its Rey! I met you in the Redwoods in California at the Standish Hickey Campground. You had just come out of the pacific northwest with brutal wet weather and on top of that your sleeping pad wasn't holding air but you were still so positive and inspiring. You didn't tell me you're youtube star! Such a great storyteller with amazing videography skills! I'll be following in your direction in the coming weeks and will be headed south into Baja and into Latin America. Wishing you well!!!

[@carlagoessouth]

Rey!!! How great to connect here!! (Far from a youtube star hahaha but thanks for the encouraging words) Hitting the rad soon, how exciting - you’ll have a blast! May the tailwinds be with you, enjoy!!!

[@outtatrex]

Thanks for sharing, I always find it i interesting what stuff other people bring, I learn something every time. I also have that Naturehike Cloud Up 2, it is such a great tent. Thanks also for making that gear list, I know you must have put a lot of work in it, just like making this video, so just want you to know it is very much appreciated, cheers from Amsterdam.

[@booiscycling]

Amazing video 🥹 I am currently saving money working in Australia so I can come back to France on my bike and your video is one of the most useful ones I've watched (thanks to your tips and your gear list) and I love your ig account/videos as well ❤ Take care girl and stay amazing ✨

[@aceuss]

Super inspiring and great quality! Thanks!

[@RafaelCajigas-t7y]

Amazing how much fits in those bags. :)

[@carlagoessouth]

Right!!? It’s crazy to me to think “all my life” can fit in them! 🥹

[@EdwinPaul-b5y]

The velcro on the break lever is genius, you can also get small zip tie locks that you can thread through your disc and around your fork, they have a little combination lock system on them.

[@carlagoessouth]

Right? I use it daily, even if it’s to keep my bight more stable when putting the panniers on it! Those zip tie locks sound great, I googled them and will try to find them at some point (not easy in South America haha)

[@toolaholicsanonymous]

It's amazing how different people's setups are. The right bike and gear are the ones you have. I like your trekking pole idea I'm gonna look for one. The velcro on the brake is a good one too. I always put my helmet strap through the spokes of my back tire. It works really well I forget to take it out before trying to move my bike 50% of the time

[@carlagoessouth]

Agreed!!

[@arcoulant87]

Chapeau ,looking at gear list is always useful to see if you have missed anything .Rubber side down and may the wind be on your back.

[@simonwiltshire]

Thanks carla it's nice to see real people living with the bare Essentials, nothing fancy just what you have and need, love these videos they are great! Big hugs.

[@carlagoessouth]

Thanks Simon!!! I find having so little (no space in the bike for more) quite freeing! I don’t lose things as often as I did back home, I never have to worry about what I’ll wear (it’s t-shirt one or t-shirt two 😂)… only good things! Big hugs from Perú.

[@davidfoster4212]

Of all the bikepacking gear videos I've watched, this is, by far, the best one. Well done!

[@carlagoessouth]

I cannot believe how nice people have been about it even when I hated it so much haha thanks so much for the lovely words!

[@roger.l.31]

The second tip is awesome! Thank you, Carla!!!🔥🔥🔥

[@carlagoessouth]

I use it every day since a cyclist told me about it! Glad I could pass it on to more people haha

[@Naufrago_Noroeste]

It is actually interesting to see what other people take, so thank you. I enjoyed it!

[@carlagoessouth]

Thank you!!! I do enjoy other people’s videos as well. Glad you liked it!

[@velot3601]

Bonjour Carla, très instructif comme d’habitude j’ai beaucoup apprécié. Tu es une source d’inspiration.😊🌹

[@carlagoessouth]

Merci Michel, c’est gentil ! J’espère que tu vas bien ☺️

[@maike.lindhout]

I love watching videos like this, I get a lot of inspiration from them and I just like to see how everyone does it a bit differently. But I do understand they are a bit cringy to make 😆 (the two with the velcro on the brake is a good one) Save journeys and have fun!

[@carlagoessouth]

It was very cringey but I am so surprised with everyone’s comments being so supportive, thank you!!! And yes, definitely use the velcro one! Cheers from Perú!!

[@dooley-ch]

Hi Carla, Thanks for sharing your set up. It is always interesting to see what others are doing and the tricks they have figured out. One think I do is make sure my first aid kit is very easy to access, more easy in fact than anything else on my bike. I do this because I may find it difficult to access it if I am injured, I need it quickly to help someone else or I might need to explain to someone else how to get it out for me. I suffer from arthritis in my figures and as a result I find it very difficult to fix a puncture, so much so that I was often left sitting on the road side waiting for some kind soul to come along and help me. This year I discovered the TyreGlider and for me it is a game changer. The difference between it and tyre levers is that you stand over the wheel and use the strength of you shoulder and arm to change the tyre not your fingers. I can now put on or take off a tyre in about 10 seconds. And that means I can now go to more remote places without fear of having to deal with a puncture. This might help someone else that has difficulty with tyres - but it does need a bit of practice. Take care until next time.

[@carlagoessouth]

Wow! Those 2 tips are great. I thought I was making a video to help people and I am actually receiving so much advice, that’s so cool, thank you! I just looked up TyreGlider and it really looks like a game changer! If I have some days off the bike somewhere I’ll try to get some online for sure! Thanks again🙌🏽🙌🏽

[@CentraalStationK]

I've only been on bike tours in Europe for holidays, but great seeing what others bring on their trip. I love the tip for the velcro on the break, very ingenious! Also interesting how it was so cringe for you to film this. It absolutely isn't cringe to watch! Was just wondering how the Patagonia jacket is holding up for you. I have the same one in blue and like it, although I think it needs to be washed to reactivate the waterproof layer.

[@carlagoessouth]

The jacket is still holding up!! I do wash it regularly enough (I think) - only a few times where the rain wouldn’t stop for hours have I felt some parts were maybe letting some water in.. I wouldn’t change it though!

[@Michael-tj4my]

Super useful, thank you Carla! 👍👍

[@carlagoessouth]

Glad it was useful!!!

[@bullit4x]

You rock! Not cringey at all.

[@carlagoessouth]

Thanks for the peace of mind hahaha I really hated the video but you guys have been very nice about it, thanks!!! 🫂

[@sara_torrent]

Mil gracias por compartir tu rig!! Estoy planeando cruzar Canada desde Victoria hasta Nueva Escocia el año que viene y me encantó que subieras este vídeo ya justo me encuentro organizando todo lo que necesito! Una amiga me recomendó tu perfil y me motiva ver que hay más chicas viajando solas en bici por el mundo :) PD: No es para nada cringe, al contrario, es de mucha ayuda compartir y conocer los rigs de otros ciclistas!

[@carlagoessouth]

Lo que me anima este mensaje no te lo explico!!! Gracias!! Y que guay que te haya servido y vaya pedazo de viaje tienes planeado 🤩

[@justajake112]

Wonderful gear list! You did a great job Carla and thanks for the inspiration. I bought a Surly Long Haul trucker a year ago and I've been saving up and gearing up to do something something similar. Thanks again for the helpful tips and the continued inspiration

[@carlagoessouth]

That is awesome! So happy to hear you’re hitting the road soon! What’s the itinerary, do you know? All the best for your planning!

[@justajake112]

@@carlagoessouth Thank you so much! I'm equal parts excited and terrified. I haven't been on a proper adventure in a while(from my perspective anywho). Dream=cycle the world....however...having never rode a bicycle more than 40miles...step one is make it from northern Minnesota to St. Louis, MO. If all goes well I'll head west to the coast...if all goes well there I'll head south in Mexico.

[@RosaSantamaríaPeña-d8v]

Súper chulos tus vídeos!!!❤

[@carlagoessouth]

Muchas gracias ☺️ 🤩

[@Ekirea]

So nice of you to show what you are bringing and so nicely done with pictures and gearlist and everything! Many thumbs up👍👍👍👍. Can I ask how do you think it works with your neoprene shoe covers when it is raining and cold.Do they keep your feet dry. I have had problems with wet shoes and then trying to dry them in cold weather. Do you have any advice? Thanks for your videos, they are like bright lights. Safe cycling!

[@toolaholicsanonymous]

Water proof socks are the answer

[@carlagoessouth]

I haven’t used them much but when I did (mostly in Canada and Washington) they weren’t very useful.. after hours under the rain, my feet were completely soaked. Even if it’s super cold, I put on my crocks (sometimes with thick socks) when I see the rain will last for hours. At least when I reach camp I can put on dry shoes then. I also use plastic bags sometimes - outside and inside the shoe… gotta try it all 😂 Those waterproof socks sound great! Not sure if I’ll find them here in South America though 🤔

[@Ekirea]

​@@toolaholicsanonymousthat sounds good, never thought of that myself. Thank you for the tip😊

[@Ekirea]

Plastic bags/ water proof socks is the way to go then. It's horrible with wet feet. Hope you will stay dry 😊

[@erikl.1860]

Well done! I have now cycled every year, starting in 2019, have done 33000 km already and I’m still interested to see what other people pack.

[@carlagoessouth]

Wow!!! That’s impressive! I should be taking notes on your setup instead haha Thanks for the lovely comment, all the best on your journey!

[@paulinemarcellin5958]

Coucou Carla, Merci pour le partage de la liste, c'est toujours cool de voir ce que les gens prennent ! Je m'en inspire car on part au Cap Nord en Norvège avec Antoine au printemps :) Bises depuis la France

[@carlagoessouth]

Pauline 💕💕💕 Wow, trop cool comme voyage, j’ai hâte de voir les photos de votre voyage ! Besos desde Perú!

[@louismorris8012]

Great video Carla! Thanks for taking the time to make it. Tons of great information! Please can you do a video on your day to day experiences? Would be really useful to know how you go about planning routes, staying safe, tips for camping etc. I am planning a big trip for next year and I am pretty nervous about the whole thing! 😂 Loved keeping up with your journey so far! All the best for the rest of it!

[@carlagoessouth]

This is such a good suggestion! I will definitely work on it! I had the safety one in mind but I’ll add alll of that! So excited for you to be hitting the road next year.. if you ever need advice or have any questions I can help with, don’t hesitate to contact me (instagram, here, email..) I will be super happy to help, share camping spots, routes, etc!

[@isabellatello]

Hi Carla! It's amazingly useful all the info. By any chance have you thought about talking about the budget of this adventure? I ask since a lot of people ask me about it when I show this experience and even I wonder about it. I think it's something a lot of people think is very expensive, so I wanted to check that

[@carlagoessouth]

Hey Isabella! Glad you liked it! I have the footage of that video ready but I’m still working on editing haha, money is a touchy subject so I feel like Ill get a lot of hate and I am avoiding it as much as possible hahah

[@isabellatello]

@@carlagoessouth always giving the best as you can! No worries! Givi it the time you want, keep enjoying!, that's the important

[@clickbaitnumberone1403]

Pretty good done. I think they use this hiking stick also by leaning it under the seat post to make the bike stand. If you dont have this frame rack I mean. So what to wish for a nice journey? All the spokes and wheels broken?

[@carlagoessouth]

Thank you!!

[@thatsouthafrican]

Great video with good content, thx!

[@carlagoessouth]

Glad it was helpful! 🙌🏽🙌🏽

[@teriwold3225]

Very interesting!!

[@carlagoessouth]

Glad you think so! 💕💕

[@DAVIDGRIEGO-p9v]

GRACIAS POR VIDEO

[@carlagoessouth]

Con mucho gusto!!! 🙌🏽

[@cenomestlibre]

The stick is just as a kickstand or does it double for the tent ? Would you cut/shorten the straps of the sleeping bag ? Whatever, thanks for sharing.

[@carlagoessouth]

Haha no.. the stick just works as a kickstand and a walking pole when I go trekking.. I had never thought of cutting the straps of the sleeping bag haha.. Thanks for the support!

[@mariusdx]

Wow right now you are an expert and your equipment is pretty good. A great video. What about your tend; do you recommend it?

[@carlagoessouth]

A mi la tienda me encanta!! Barata y de calidad!!!

[@mariusdx]

@@carlagoessouth No había visto que había escrito en inglés. Siempre me pasa, mi cabeza se confunde en los contextos. Muchas gracias por el dato porque estoy ahorrando para una. Tienes un gran material de viaje 😍

[@MiquelBella]

Creo que se dice 'octopus'😂😂 Un video muy útil 👌

[@carlagoessouth]

Seguro!!!! Raro que no se me ocurriera jajaja

[@Hootyhoo-jq9vq]

Are your tires tubeless?

[@Eltransoceanico]

Hola Carla, no hace mucho te sigo y también estoy planeando un viaje. Vivo en Mar del Plata, Argentina y aquí tenés un lugar para descansar si querés. Vivo con mi esposa e hija y tengo lugar de sobra. Cariños u Buen Camino, como decimos los que vamos a Santiago en Compostela.

[@carlagoessouth]

¡Qué amable,muchas gracias! Espero que tu viaje vaya genial ☺️ me han hablado genial de Mar del Plat, tengo mil ganas de ir. Creo que no podrá ser en este viaje, por eso.. mil gracias por la invitación y buen camino!

[@kizzmitten1]

Fantastic video. Thanks for the insight into your gear haul! The choices that cyclists make are so personal that there is no right or wrong. Anyone who criticizes a riders gear is a moron, in my opinion. I really like the velcro strap on the brake lever! Thx Carla!

[@carlagoessouth]

Agreed!! In the end.. it’s what I bring with me for a year… it doesn’t get much more personal than that haha Thank you! 🫶