BIKEPACKING set-up and UPGRADES for 2024

[@stevemullin1195]

Get 2 feed bags that attaches to your drop bars and stem to hold your water bottles, then get you a full frame bag to get more storage for your gear.

[@JakeMay]

Would be a good option for bigger trips! How easy is it to still ride on the tops?

[@danalec4742]

I got a bottle cage split adapter. You can put two bottle cages apart and the frame bag goes on the middle. Easy access to the bottles and no an opportunity to put a bigger frame bag

[@masongrainger2271]

I was cringing. Waiting for the inevitable to happen, for you to say the sleeping bag was made of down. Then you said it's vegan and I literally squealed with joy. You've got a new subscriber.

[@JakeMay]

Hope you enjoy the vids!

[@2312dean]

Best of luck on your adventures - great set-up. Had a chuckle at the 3/4 thermarest haha. I didnt even know they made those and cant think of a reason to own one. We all make some silly rookie mistakes and laugh at them afterwards :)

[@JakeMay]

Live and learn! The most confusing thing with the 3/4 length mat is that it brags about how high its R-value is - pretty redundant if half your body is on the floor! Cheers

[@WanderWomanChloe]

Hi, interesting vid. One thing I do to add a layer of warmth is lay one of those emergency blankets you get in first aid kits down on the ground. It really does help. Personally I reuse them over and over. Light as anything too.

[@JakeMay]

Interesting idea! Thanks for sharing

[@ol.iver.c]

Great stuff, Jake!

[@JakeMay]

😎

[@BrownPeterAnthony]

Great video Jake, the red flashing light on the lantern is if you want to earn a bit of extra cash at night ha ha. On a more serious note, I put a porter rack on the front of my bike and it allows more bulkier stuff to be carried for longer trips which may assist you in the future.

[@JakeMay]

Not sure I'll get the interest in that area 😂 agree the bar bag is the weak area

[@thesuperjohn57]

I'm still using my Kona Rove ST that i got in 2021! Have you considered stem bags over a top tube bag? can you comment on your bike repair kit?

[@JakeMay]

The thing I don't love about stem bags is reducing access to your bars and different hand positions, particularly using the tops. To be honest my bikepacking trips haven't been too deep in the wilderness still so far (and I only have limited repair knowledge!) so don't bring much in the way of repair as I know I'd likely be able to reach a shop without too much hassle. Something for me to explore more and learn more about as I do more trips!

[@PierreAlainMaire]

Nice camping kit !

[@JakeMay]

PAMping

[@AdamFischerPhotography]

Great setup. I actually have that exact bike and frame bag! Served me well for many miles. Can I ask what fork you’ve upgraded to?

[@JakeMay]

Thanks! I can't remember the exact model but it's a carbon fibre Whisky fork. The original had a creaking noise the bike shop weren't happy with (and the retailer I bought it from wanted me to send it back for 6 weeks for inspection - which during lockdown for me was not appealing!) so I used it as an opportunity to upgrade

[@charlied1675]

Curious to know if the Apidura top tube bag will be stable and won't rub your legs.

[@JakeMay]

Have used it a fair amount already and not had any leg rub (although can notice it if out the saddle and moving the bike side to side a bit more)

[@PierreAlainMaire]

Could that top tube bag could be used as a soothing bath (while riding) ?

[@JakeMay]

Dread to think what you're planning on soothing on there 😂

[@urlewd]

Your rear derailleur tension screw seem to have better days,

[@JakeMay]

It's taken a beating! But in for a service

[@connorclouston2533]

I didn’t catch what tent this was? And where do you store it on the bike?

[@JakeMay]

The tent is a Nemo Dragonfly Osmo 1-person tent. I pack it, along with my mat, pillow and towel, rolled up in the frame bag, and the polls slide in the holster of the frame bag too

[@wayneclement7201]

Do you use a tail pack? You didn't show how you carry the tent etc

[@JakeMay]

Tent and sleeping mat in the bar bag, sleeping bag and clothes in the saddle bag

[@chqshaitan1]

good video

[@JakeMay]

Cheers!

[@Bikepacking]

COOL

[@JakeMay]

Going to be WARM this weekend bikepacking 🥵

[@Justmarcusdave]

TI frame next then

why dont you use a bikerack and panniers? way easier to pack and unpack...

[@JakeMay]

I don't want pannier racks on my bike all year round

@@JakeMay maybe have a look at ortlieb Quickrack if no mounting points are available. on the other hand: your bike has mountain points and it is 4 screws only... :-)

[@CadeMediaExtra]

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[@JakeMay]

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