Bikepacking Along the Essex Coast - A Two Day Solo Trip

[@penelopebarritt8478]

Hi Mat, Been working my way through your uploads. Brilliant stuff. We did a fair bit of N. Europe a few years ago and footwear was always the biggest issue. Once those trainers or shoes got wet it was always hard going, Our solution was sandals with waterproof socks for when is wa cold or wet. Anyway just sharing. Keep the videos coming, really enjoying them.

[@aliciageth8033]

I just love your commentaries😂and everything about your videos😊 you have inspired me so that I am doing my first bike pack trip in February! A bit nervous but more excited than anything!🎉🎉

[@matryderadventures]

Excellent. Good luck. Let me know how it goes.

[@hillbrookguitarstudio4070]

Watching this now after watching the GDMBR & whilst your on the Trans Am. Great video!

[@Musical_Man_Guitar]

I really enjoyed your video. You have a great presenting style which is basically arguing with yourself and it is very entertaining. Thanks for taking the time to do this.

[@matryderadventures]

Thanks. I'm glad you liked it. I never realised that I argued with myself but now you mention it I'll look out for it. Cheers 👍

[@matryderadventures]

By the way, I just noticed your name. I have way too many guitars.

[@Musical_Man_Guitar]

I got to twelve guitars before my wife introduced a strict one in one out policy.......she bought me a guitar the very next Christmas..lol. Here's a fact, thirteen guitars does not make you a guitarist!!!!!@@matryderadventures

[@dongescaner5873]

You're correct Mat! You should do what you want to do, and not because there is someone (or people) telling you to do what you need to do. Just follow your passion! 💯

[@matryderadventures]

Definitely!!! As should we all. Thanks for the support 👍

[@juliethrower1185]

A lovely watch, thank you. The places you visited looked very welcoming. You tackling those gates did make me laugh 🤣.choice words were used, I bet! Your tarp could double up as a Darth Vader costume, should you ever need one🤣 So nice to see you put a shirt on for your good old British afternoon tea - what a gentleman. Brilliant 😊

[@matryderadventures]

Thanks. Quite a few choice words, yes. Especially as the pedals tried to hack me in half during each attempt. It was a great ride though. Darth Vader it is for the next fancy dress party!!!

[@mocarver]

Thanks!

[@matryderadventures]

Fantastic. Thanks for the support 👍👍🙂

[@pbcanal1]

Watching a year later, after you announced that you now preferred biking to hiking. It was fun to hear you say that you were a hiker who also bikes.

[@MrHoustonismydog]

Everyone deserves a tea and a beer. Cheers 🍻

[@matryderadventures]

Agreed 🤣👍

[@thewelshwolverine9093]

Upside down house was cool

[@HubertJ1909]

I believe I missed this one when you released it, once again it looks like a wonderful little trip. I found myself between marriages many years back, and I took advantage of the freedom this afforded me by spending a blissful few months bicycle touring along a lot of the British coastline, Essex was surprisingly lovely.

[@matryderadventures]

I really enjoyed this one. It was an excellent route. There was so much to see. 'Between Marriages' love it. 🤣.

[@drcrackers922]

Matt. I love your very dry sense of humour😛

[@matryderadventures]

Thanks..👍👍👍

[@welshbikepackingadventures]

Great video!

[@matryderadventures]

Thanks 👍👍

[@Bikepacking]

I learn a very good tip years back never focus on miles a day focus on time in the saddle.. ie say 630 you stop time dont matter the milers just set time

[@matryderadventures]

I like that advise. Using mileage per day makes no sense now you mention it. Especially as the terrain varies so much on the GDMBR. Excellent 👍👍👍

[@UntitledCyclist]

I’ve spent the last week and a half watching your vlogs up to this point. Such a great channel! Very inspired to go bike packing and wild camping. Keep up the amazing vlogging!

[@matryderadventures]

Excellent. It's always nice to hear that somebody is inspired by one of these videos. Thanks ms for watching. Cheers 👍👍

[@thewelshwolverine9093]

Just keep doing what your doing. Slow and steady . It’s great to sit down with my bone 🍖 broth and not know what’s up next 👏👏👏

[@matryderadventures]

I will. The Welsh Wolverine has spoken! Congratulations on the European championships🏅🏅🏅🏅🏅

[@tonypaddler]

Another great video Mat, your dialogue and dry sarcy humour is up there with, or actually THE, best on KZbin! One criticism I do have and must take umbrage with though; jam ON the cream (and it’s “sconn”, not “scohhn”) ...!? Oh perleease, have you no culinary etiquette man 🙄 🤣👍

[@matryderadventures]

🤣 Thanks Tony. If you put the jam on first the cream doesn't adhere properly. It's science. I have no defense for the pronunciation though. I'm sorry 😔. Scohhn is way too posh. I've lost sight of my roots.

[@patdunne3277]

Hi Mat fantastic trip brilliant video loved it thanks for sharing 👍

[@matryderadventures]

That's good to hear. I really enjoyed filming this one. Thanks for the feedback 👍

[@ezr168]

The wire half loop thingy on the kleen canteen can be removed with pliers, just a small amount of metal actually holding it in there. It is prone to rattling

[@matryderadventures]

I noticed a rattle from the front fork and couldn't figure out what it was. I bet it's that. Cheers 👍

[@RobertMoerkerk]

Love your videos, keep on going!

[@matryderadventures]

Cheers 👍👍 I'm glad you're enjoying them..

[@jacqueline7118]

I enjoy a variety of outdoor activities so enjoy watching others do the same. :) Hmmm...man carries small tarp so he can carry tall beer, rightful thing! haha! Hope you enjoy your visit to Canada and have a fantastic trip. I am fond of my lovely country and hope you enjoy it as well! I am not sure how long the Canadian part of the trip is but Banff is a beautiful place so hopefully you will get to see some of it. :) Those bloody pedals are dangerous, wouldn't blame you for getting rid of them. lol Relationships and locks, definitely sinister! LOL Thanks for sharing your bikepacking trip! :) :)

[@matryderadventures]

Thanks Jacqueline. That's a comment which shows you watched the whole thing👍👍👍!!! The Canadian section runs from Banf to Roosville. Everybody I've been in contact with raves about how nice the Canadian section is and I really can't wait to see for myself.

[@jacqueline7118]

Looking forward to seeing the videos of the trip.:) :)

[@leebert7624]

Spuds pedals are great clipped in and easy out and still good to walk in

[@matryderadventures]

Thanks for the recommendation. I'll have a look at those. I haven't made it to clipless yet. I think I'll wait until I'm back to give them a try. I've replaced the hideous vicious ones with some friendlier ones for now.

[@Bikepacking]

Bike looking good

[@matryderadventures]

Thanks! I'm getting used to the gearbox now. I'm happy with everything, except the pedals which I've changed.

[@VeesTravels]

"Cream first!" ...and you knew precisely the provocation ;) - I belong to your camp but still, a quicker way to polarise your audience without doing politics is hard to imagine. Great Channel - love your approach and the results.

[@matryderadventures]

It's amazing how something so tasty can create such division 🤣🤣

[@GrahamFootBicycleLover]

Just found your channel, love it. Your mums right, letting people know where you are is so much better. I try to remember. Ref pedals, man you need to get clipped in, its so much better and you will climb so much quicker. If your are doing the GDMBR there's one of two hills. And you won't rip your legs to bits.

[@matryderadventures]

Hi. Thanks. I'm glad you like the channel. I'll let my Mum know that she was right!!!! I know you're right but I'm a bit worried about switching to clipped in this close to setting off on the GDMBR. I fly out on June 30th. I could just bite the bullet and go for it. I'm tempted.

[@GrahamFootBicycleLover]

@@matryderadventures You have time to try them, even if you don't use them for GDMBR, you will fall off as you will forget to clip out but just try them on some grass. your brain soon remembers and before you know it it's just automatic. Shimano make the best pedals. Shimano ED500 Light Action SPD Pedal. Obviously you will need shoes to match.

[@matryderadventures]

@@GrahamFootBicycleLover I'll get some and try them. If they feel good I'll take them on the GDMBR. If not I'll start using them when I get back. I know I have to bite the bullet. Thanks for the recommendation. I watched your Dorset Dirt Dash. Nice video!

[@GrahamFootBicycleLover]

@matryderadventures thanks. Yes, what you said in your video about filming is the same for me. I just film what I like, mainly for myself to watch back. If people like it it's a bonus, but don't film for the sake of it. I'll have a look at your other videos. Nice to see what others are doing and riding.

[@jeffob1446]

Enjoying your videos. But looks like you've got the same gear set-up as you did for Divide trip.

[@matryderadventures]

I can't remember exactly what I took, but that ride was part of my training for the GDMBR so I definitely would have been testing some things out. Thanks for watching.

[@nickvincent3029]

The locks are to signify the man’s capture and capitulation. I’ve escaped my shackles.

[@matryderadventures]

I see. I never did get around to looking it up. Thanks for the information. Cheers 👍

[@seant666]

I live in Essex and it gets a bad rap. I love cycling round the quiet country lanes where I live, no mountains etc but lovely English countryside.

[@matryderadventures]

I loved that trip. I know when places are interested when they're easy to film and that one was very easy. I'll have to get down there for another trip. Cheers and thanks for watching 👍

[@johnboysuffolk]

Hi Mat I recently started watching your videos on KZbin. I am just up the coast from you near Southwold, recently retired so will be increasing my cycling and destinations inspired by people such as yourself. Out of interest what is the make of the mini stove you are using your cycle across the USA? John Dawson

[@matryderadventures]

Hi John. There are some beautiful cycle routes around you. I have a Soto Windmaster on this trip. I prefer the MSR Pocket Rocket Deluxe which I had previously. Cheers 👍

[@reinhartbigl367]

Don’t cheap out on the pedals…been there, done that…bearings can wear, leaving you with the potential, ever-annoying “click, click, click” as you pedal… Have you tries PowerGrips? Been using them for many years, and they’ll make sure you don’t rip up your legs as your feet won’t fall off of the pedals! …and full disclosure, I don’t own the company or hold any shares in it! 😊

[@matryderadventures]

I just had a look at the PowerGrips. I don't know why I haven't considered this type of pedal. In my mind it's always been clipless or flats. They seem to be the best of both worlds. I've bought some MKS Lambdas already but will try the PowerGrips when I need new ones. Cheers 👍

[@jimwilson803]

Great video. All the best for GDMBR. Sounds like you might be here in Canada in time for Canada Day festivities. Anything you need help with in Calgary?

[@matryderadventures]

Thanks for the feedback. I will be in Canada for Canada Day. That's a happy coincidence. I was planning on using that day to assemble the bike, stock up on a few things and generally relax before setting off on the 2nd so it works perfectly. Thanks for offering to help out. I think I have everything under control but will definitely let you know if Something comes up. Cheers 👍

[@leebert7624]

Looking forward to your big trip , will u be vlogging along the way ???

[@matryderadventures]

Thanks! I'm planning on vlogging the whole trip. Hopefully weekly uploads. Thanks for following along 👍

[@VeesTravels]

oh and.. who needs another niche player? Just keep doing what you do!

[@matryderadventures]

Agreed. Cheers 👍

[@Bikepacking]

I would have stopped for the beer

[@matryderadventures]

4 miles in!!! I almost did. I think I would have if I wasn't filming. One pint when it's hot and I start slurring. I'm a lightweight.

[@derekmoses5325]

What is it you keep eating Mat, is it dehydrated orange or something.

[@matryderadventures]

I honestly can't remember. I went through a phase of dehydrating lots of mangoes. It was probably that. Cheers 👍

[@scottsugimoto8223]

Curious , was it timing, that you didn't join the Grand Depart for Tour Divide ?

[@matryderadventures]

When I originally started planning to go I knew I definitely didn't want to treat it like a race. I also like the idea of it being a bit quieter. I might regret it. I imagine the Grand Depart is amazing. It was a 50/50 decision.

[@scottsugimoto8223]

@Mat Ryder Adventures , I can appreciate , and understand your thought process. Enjoy the journey. Trust Canada will treat you well. Happy Training! Looking foreward to the next video

[@parduez]

You smelt dem pedals bro.

[@matryderadventures]

I knew you'd like that line. I made myself laugh when I said it.

[@gbboyone]

Olives? Come on, seriously?😄

[@matryderadventures]

I nearly got it. I now know they were grapes. They are grapes aren't they?

[@gbboyone]

@@matryderadventures 😀😀😀 Oh, you bet!😅💪🏻

[@chrishuston4445]

Thanks!

[@matryderadventures]

Great. Thanks for the support 👍