Bikepacking Kyrgyzstan | Back To The Roots (Kegety Pass)

[@alexskif103]

Wow! what a heartbreaking intro story! 😲🤔

[@rodolphoguedin]

Simply beautiful. Congratulations for the images, for the song, for the peace that the video passes! And of course, the challenges of cycling in inhospitable places, with wind, rain and cold!

[@HenryMerk]

thank you for the kind words =)

[@bruce.KAY-bike-drifter]

That was hard work. Sending you lots of respect. I love it when your meal is ready and you both smile and tap your cooking/eating bowls together in salute. It is a beautiful gesture

[@HenryMerk]

Thanks, I guess that's our signature move 😀

[@BikepackingMyanmar]

I’ve been waiting for another video from you guys and it’s worth the wait. You don’t talk much but you make up for it with your amazing presentation skills. I will keep watching your videos as long as you keep them coming. Be safe on your journey.

[@HenryMerk]

Thanks a lot, appreciate it 🙂

[@waltraudvergeiner1002]

Was für ein schönes Video!!! Diese Landschaften, die Stille, keine inflationäre Musik, kein Gequatsche, bei der Ankunft auf dem Pass - der Mut zur Stille! Wie wundersam. Man kann ahnen, wie groß die mentale und körperliche Anstrengung war. Und dann das Lächeln, nur das Lächeln. Und die Idee und Länge der Reise. Ich bin so bewegt und froh, dass ich dieses Video entdeckt habe. Ich werde auch die anderen suchen. Ihr seid schöne Menschen. Ich wünsche euch viel Glück, Gesundheit und noch viele schöne Reisen!

[@HenryMerk]

Danke dir für den lieben Kommentar und die Wünsche. Schön zu hören, dass es dir gefallen hat =)

[@tw8285]

Ihr beide macht mit Abstand die besten bikepacking Filme die ich kenne. So sympathisch und down to earth. Dazu noch eine absolut professionelle Filmtechnik. Vielen Dank!

[@HenryMerk]

Hab vielen Dank 😊

[@TapioBlue]

A very special motivation to embark on an arduous journey as such. I can imagine that any of life's hurdles would appear negligible after conquering those passes. Many wouldn't realize the effort pushing a bike loaded with food and gear, camera equipment, let alone all the filming effort!

[@HenryMerk]

Thank you so much, really appreciate the comment 🙂

[@advcycling]

Привет! Спасибо за небольшое предисловие о цели вашего путешествия. Я с удовольствием посмотрел выпуск байкпакинг в Georgia

[@ogamiitto8627]

Kyrgyzstan has such stunning landscapes... Great memories. You guys did a great job, congrats !

[@HenryMerk]

That's so true.. thank you =)

[@khizar8286]

Loved it. Love from PAKISTAN

[@nikoulph]

The south side of Kegeti pass is in better conditions than it was 4 or 5 years ago :) Going down the north side (from Kegeti summit) at around 2000 meters altitude, did you cross a small place with few yourts and old train wagon (I crashed there for 3 nights because of bad weather)? Thanx for the beautiful video, brings back wonderful memories.

[@HenryMerk]

Thanks:) Maybe, honestly we can't remember..had too much fun riding downhill 🙂...but yeah, the weather is so unpredictable up there

[@tim_butcher]

Such a wonderful film - what a meaningful journey. Thank you. A history I’d probably not otherwise learned.

[@HenryMerk]

Thanks a lot =)

[@JohnyPedaluga]

просто бомбический выпуск👍👍👍

[@tomtom-sh1iq]

Come agan to KYRGYZSTAN we were wery happy see you gyis🤗

[@michaelodwyer4000]

Your videos are just getting better and better. Such a great story and so well made. Thank you.

[@HenryMerk]

Great to hear, thank you a lot 🙂

[@양현억]

멋진 풍경과 역사를 알게 되어 감사합니다. thanks for scenery and history

[@HenryMerk]

🙂👍

[@maliksince1973]

Are you both from Kyrgyzstan? Very hard ride.

[@flaviovazquez9188]

Epic Video! Majestic landscapes! I enjoy watching when you guys cook. Greetings from Argentina!

[@HenryMerk]

Thanks :)

[@michaelbudler7369]

Well done! Thank you for sharing your incredible story!

[@sevenday7404]

Somehow it always pulls you back to the roots of origin...I am currently very busy with my past. Thanks for your great video

[@abdurrahaman1136]

love from bangladesh

[@franka.gundersen3177]

Thanks for sharing your journey with us 👍

[@josefd5894]

meine größte Hochachtung! einmal zur körperlichen Leistung...aber noch mehr zur mentalen Stärke 👏 ich glaube man muss schon sehr gut mit sich selbst auskommen und dann das Glück zu haben so einen Partner zu finden - wie schon vor Monaten einmal geschrieben, es ist sehr schön euch zuzusehen - danke der Hintergrund eurer Wurzeln hat euch bestimmt geholfen im Zelt bei Sturm und auf über 3000 Meter...der Regenbogen am nächsten Tag war sicher eine verdiente 'Belohnung'! alles Gute weiterhin und ich freue mich auf die nächsten Bilder, falls es wieder so anstrengend sein sollte...(vermtl, weil flach und einfach ist ja nicht eures...😅) - ich fühle mit euch 👍💪👍

[@HenryMerk]

Danke für die lieben Worte Josef. 🤗 Mit anfänglichen 30km durch das flache, gut asphaltierte Deutschland sind wir auf jeden Fall sehr über uns hinaus gewachsen, das können wir bestätigen. Die gemeinsamen Herausforderungen und das tägliche Miteinander sind definitiv ein guter Schleifstein und wir sind dankbar für die gemeinsamen Abenteuer. Dass es möglich war unsere Geburtsstädte zu besuchen ist definitiv ein Highlight unserer Reise geworden. Ein gelungener Abschluss für diesen Part unserer Tour.👌 🤗

[@yama.tsuri.minivelo]

日本からです！こんばんわ！ 素晴らしい映像、魅せる編集技術！ あなたのチャンネルに出会えたことに感謝！ 僕も旅に出かけたい。チャンネル登録しました! ありがとう！

[@ЖеняХарин-в5э]

🇷🇺😘

[@jtrvlsthewrld]

Great story and awesome journey back to your birthplaces. I've really enjoy watching... thxs for sharing! Hppy trvls!

[@HenryMerk]

Great to hear, thanks =)

[@Andrew-Andre]

Thank you for sharing your story! Your filming is incredible as always!

[@RollingExistence]

Great video, your cinematography is incredible. Your shots are so perfectly composed, really inspiring.

[@HenryMerk]

Thanks for the kind words, glad you liked it =)

[@mh24ac35]

wow, great performance, great pictures, great adventure, thank you so much for being a part of it.

[@HenryMerk]

Thanks for the kind words :)

[@desert.mantis]

That Kegety Pass footage is magnificent . What a challenge for the two of you! I am glad I "stumbled "upon your channel. I subscribed to watch more adventures.

[@HenryMerk]

thank you =)

[@randallgd]

Wow amazing! Thank you for sharing! New subscribers

[@nomad4795]

Super documentary about your travel with amazing visuals 👌 👏 . What about safety while camping on deep inside mountains? I heard lot of wolf attack stories in Kyrgyzstan especially during winter...

[@HenryMerk]

Thanks :) interesting.. first time we hear about wolves in Kyrgyzstan.. we felt save on our way up, also the weather during the night was really bad so it never crossed out mind.

[@TheWelshtart]

Awesome stuff guys and epic determination climbing the Pass, well done, stay safe.

[@Fusselbirne1965]

Wahnsinnig schöne Aufnahmen... 🥰🥰

[@HenryMerk]

Vielen Dank 🙂

[@intothewheel]

Wow... Speechless. Great work, amazing shot! Then now, I need to be there.

[@HenryMerk]

Thank you 🙂, highly recommend Kyrgyzstan as a whole.. such a beautiful place

[@radost0514]

nice video! next time try some seatpost or fork suspension ...it will easy so much ....Greating from Bulgaria! I WANT TO SHARE a interesting fact about Russain German relations ..back in the day of Russian emperors if a soldier or general make something big - they ask him what kind of price he wants ...they ask to be promoted in '''Germans'' because Germans (generals) were very respected in Russian army .....Bulgarians take big part in history and elite of Russia too

[@Fulviolosmilzo]

Ogni video un piccolo film complimenti veramente per tutta la serie di video compreso quello della bici e dell’attrezzatura 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@angen_k]

Случайно нашел Ваш канал, смотрел видео и все не понимал, все просто и по родному и истории и подача материала путешествий. И посмотрев это видео я понял что к чему .... Удачи Вам во всем и больше красивых мест!

[@ethanjschalekamp4042]

wow, your photography is just gorgeous, the simplicity and composition is out of this world. I got emotional from it, great work

[@HenryMerk]

Thank you 🙂

[@leicaloris]

Very beautiful ... you are two great pilots and great photographers

[@svantee]

Was für ein wunderschönes, aufregendes Video eurer Reise. Nach dem Intro war ich bereits komplett hooked! Diese endlosen Weiten sehen so unfassbar aus. Ich will mir gar nicht vorstellen wie anstrengend es gewesen sein muss den Pass hochzuschieben UND es gleichzeitig so filmisch festzuhalten!

[@HenryMerk]

Danke dir für die lieben Worte =)

[@claudiomarchant6134]

Fantastic work…. Congrats from chile… very beatiful movie i want to see the next charper.

[@tonypaddler]

Another great video from you ! It appears that I haven’t actually watched all of your videos as I had assumed, so I’m in for a nice treat when I work my way through them 😃 Thanks very much 👍

[@EwanZgz]

Congratulations from Spain, guys. It had to be very emotive getting there, to your roots. I've enjoyed A LOT watching your videos. Thank you for sharing your incredible adventure. A bikepacking lover 🏕️🚲

[@HenryMerk]

thanks =)

[@hawkkim1974]

beautiful journey of two young humble counrageous! deeply enjoyed it.

[@HenryMerk]

Thanks a lot 🙂

[@wolfgangthielmann4617]

Ganz großes Kino, und in Superqualität. Und eine berührende Erinnerung an die Geschichte von Deutschen. Danke, dass ihr das teilt.

[@HenryMerk]

Danke dir Wolfgang =)

[@PrimaveraGravatas]

Sua Historia é bonita, estou gostando do seus Vídeos, os lugares por onde passam, tudo lindo........ sou do Brazil

[@Adventurist]

Verflucht gutes Video. Danke fürs Teilen!

[@HenryMerk]

Danke sehr =)

[@synesthesiafilms]

Beautiful that you both can share your experiences and the moments witnessing the marvelous beauty of the planet.

[@luigistudioso2368]

Complimenti. Da grande appassionato dei viaggi in bici, porgo le mie note di merito nei confronti della vostra organizzazione, dal sottofondo musicale alla videografia ( al contributo fotografico commovente)alla preparazione delle bici e al materiale così come utilizzato, come essere fra i migliori finora presentati sul web. Buone avventure

[@balakrishnadash8131]

Hard drive 👍👍👍👍👍👍♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@NewBootGoofin930]

Another beautiful trip, thank you for sharing. Keep up the great work and well made content!

[@HenryMerk]

thanks a lot =)

[@GreenGibbon]

The Kegety Pass! Woooooooo! I was thinking of riding it, but I've changed my mind now. Cheers, from Australia!

[@raptorboy00]

How was that Kyrgyz/Kazakh border crossing at Korday? Any issues?

[@HenryMerk]

No issues at all. Went smooth, spend maybe 30 minutes in summary on the border.

[@raptorboy00]

@@HenryMerk Good to know thanks! I might be going there this summer.

[@adventure_shadows]

Guys YOU are awesome! Thanks for being such a huge inspiration! Keep on going! 🚲💚✌

[@HenryMerk]

Thank you for the kind words, appreciate it 🙂

[@bawbtherevelator6445]

Wonderful. No words are needed to describe where you were. Stay strong.

[@dmitryru53]

Чудо, как здорово! Спасибо вам, ребята.

[@morgtv1023]

I couldn't fathom the amount of food needed to embark on a journey like this.. You guys made it look easy!

[@philipsmith7662]

Absolutely epic.I really enjoy your videos, great filming and still photography and a really astonishing story. Thank you.

[@HenryMerk]

Thank you Philip 🤗

[@junkim7244]

Kudos to your great trip to discover your family history. Our Korean people in the former Soviet Union have a painful and sad history just like you, so I sympathize more and more.

[@ObiOne751]

Was für geniale Aufnahmen und alles so unaufgeregt und ohne ständige Selbstdarstellung, einfach toll

[@HenryMerk]

Vielen Dank =)

[@Hootyhoo-jq9vq]

You should do a gear list video. I would like to know more. The waist pack is very interesting, as is the water filter and the food items.

[@PeterBalssuweit]

Hey hey! Ich will im Frühling von Deutschland richtung Thailand... Wollt ihr mit? :)

[@Hootyhoo-jq9vq]

Governments are cruel. And not necessary. Rebel.

[@sushipsychose]

17:45 looks like something straight out of Skyrim

[@patsip2566]

Superb cycling trek with an historical target. You both are so nice and courageous , despite the weather conditions and the steepy rocky tracks. Just continue to be in harmony with the nature. Only missing in your movie are the contact with the local population; hoping you had great moments with that.

[@life_done_different]

Such a beautiful landscape and desolate roads - what an epic adventure. So glad I found this channel - I can't wait to Bikepack this part of the world!

[@HenryMerk]

Thanks :), Kyrgyzstan is just a dream to cycle..can't wait to go back

[@life_done_different]

@@HenryMerk Yes I heard this! I was speaking to a guy yesterday who has just cycled it! Once I I have finished SE Asia I will go!

[@CanadianSledDog]

Hi Henry and Moni! You two are so inspiring! I just found this episode and now I have to go back and watch them all from the start.

[@HenryMerk]

thank you :)

[@5870cve0]

Vous avez bien du courage, l’ascension n’était pas facile, bravo à tous les 2!

[@HenryMerk]

Merci 🙂

[@kevin3434343434]

The photos interlaced with the video were great! The still shots really captured the moments, you could almost feel them.

[@HenryMerk]

Thanks for the kind words 🙂

[@jorgeeduardocl]

Fascinante viaje por esas montañas...Habia visto otros aventureros en Todo Terreno 4 x 4, en motocicletas y hasta en caballos, cruzando altas montañas del Asia Central. Pero ustedes lo hicieron en bicicletas. Maravillosos paisajes captados por su dron . Valientes ambos, en especial la dama que va a la par de su compañero de viaje. Felicidades y Saludos desde el Sur del Mundo, Antofagasta, Pacífico Sur ...Región del desierto de Atacama.....

[@Michael-rz7ic]

Wow x 1000, the cinematography matches the extreme scale of geography. Congratulations on this epic journey to both of you. Peace.

[@zancikal1869]

thanks a lot for inspiring me. may be someday.

[@omare_biketonature]

What a beautiful story and fantastic ride! Cheers from Norway!

[@HenryMerk]

Thanks 🙂

[@b.petersen1403]

Sehr schöne Filme! Die Natur ist einfach Atemberaubend. Nur eins wundert mich: das ihr keine Fahrradhelme an haben? Passt auf euch auf!

[@bawbtherevelator6445]

Terrific history as well. I was unaware of CATHERINE or German Russians. Thanks so much.

[@HenryMerk]

Thank you, glad you liked it =)

[@fujifatbike5793]

WOW! This video is simply awesome. The views are so dramatic coupled with the choice of music that creates emotion and rhythm to the scenes is just brilliant. The comfortable silence between the two of you is beautiful to watch and what a heartwarming story too. New subscriber here. Pura Vida!

[@HenryMerk]

Glad you liked it, appreciate your comment =)

[@Sparky-ov1ot]

Well done both of you, what an effort to get there, hope all goes well for you both wherever you live.

[@skitennir3626]

You two are so brave and strong to climb that pass. I felt like I was there struggling with you.

[@davewoodward1155]

Brilliant and interesting video thank you for sharing with us.

[@pittbrad]

Danke für diesen Beitrag. Ich selbst bin auch ein Russland-Deutscher und werde aus gesundheitlichen Gründen so eine Reise nie machen können, aber euer Video hat mir das Gefühl gegeben, dabei gewesen zu sein 😊. Viele Dank.

[@HenryMerk]

Mega Kompliment, danke dir =)

[@Chris64France]

The Kegety pass ascent is absolutely epic! It reminds me of the Lord of the ring! Bravo! 💪 for the performance

[@skweektube1676]

Beautiful trip. I'd like to ride there some day. Cheers!

[@drujo4ek]

Hi from Russia! Awesome film, as usual! Surprised and pleased to know, that you were born in ex-USSR countries. Maybe it's time to learn more about ex-USSR and explore Russia next summer. ;) If you will have any questions or need any help, feel free to contact. ;) Best of luck! Nazdorovje! P.S. You have gathered people from all over the world here, in comments. Even ppl from my favorite Brazil is here. Great!

[@HenryMerk]

Great to hear, thanks a lot =)

[@gusnuk68]

brought tears to my eyes. thanks for sharing the video.

[@HenryMerk]

Thanks for watching, appreciate it 🙂

[@bruggnputzpepi4353]

❤

[@jeg569]

Stunning adventure, thank you for taking us along, the drone footage was amazing as were the video footage and photos. Can I ask what camera you mostly used, I saw one of your other videos was shot on a Fuji X-T4.

[@HenryMerk]

Thanks for the kind words 🙂. Yes, I used the xt4, also the smartphone a lot.

[@bobbymurray9371]

Great stuff......💪what app do you use for navigation?

[@HenryMerk]

Thanks, the app is called "Osmand+"

[@bobbymurray9371]

@@HenryMerk Danke......bon courage sur la velo.....💪

[@bobbymurray9371]

My apologies......I forgot another question......I am planning a long distance trip and would like to ask how do you finance ie atm access, local currency , currency exchange etc and also phone network abroad ie keep your own phone network?.......cost etc...... Danke

[@balakrishnadash8131]

Beautiful 👍🌹♥️

[@andrewjjhalliday]

Always good to hear the context for the tour💪💪👍

[@HenryMerk]

🙂👍

[@carlos30357]

hola , excelente reportaje , un abrazo

[@cascadorys]

Amazing efforts!

[@clementlequan4368]

Absolutely beautiful movie ! You two are very inspiring and love your zen ! I was wondering in such a long one way trip how do you come back ? Do you cycle back all the way ?

[@HenryMerk]

Thanks =).. you could cycle back, do a big round or just take a flight

[@tammymahon5571]

Amazing commitment you guys. I've been to Kyrgyzstan the entire country is filled with giant mountains. Stunning drone shots makes me want to go back.

[@sobrien112]

Another great film. Thanks for sharing.

[@OliverJustChillin]

I stumbled upon this and I am amazed by how beautifully shot and edited this is!

[@HenryMerk]

thank you, appreciate it =)

[@nagak112]

Tremendous effort to navigate those sketchy, rocky and narrow tracks. Thanks for your outstanding filming & sharing. Safe rides to you folks.

[@HenryMerk]

thank you so much =)

[@effinareenwisy]

My utmost respect to both of you, especially to Moni. What an extraordinary woman, traversing through such treacherous terrains.

[@saskhiker3935]

Amazing!! Great photography. Thank you.

[@letseped]

Had some work to do but then i saw your new video coming up. Guess i'll do that work tomorrow then. ;) Great video , as usual !!

[@HenryMerk]

😀 haha, thank you, appreciate it 🙂