Bikepacking Setup for Long-Distance Cycling Adventures: My Gear and Experiences

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@giantcheerio 4 ай бұрын

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@viop46 4 ай бұрын

Unfortunately, NordVPN does not have the ability to bypass Iran's internet and is practically useless in Iran.

@EstrogenSingularity 25 күн бұрын

It's basically useless unless your pirating, in highschool trying to get around content filters or you are trying to get around content blocking but it's not going to help you have Internet while traveling

@tomsitzman3952 Ай бұрын

Nice practical sext up. I find it is better to carry more bags less full than fewer bag stuffed tight. Taking the handle bar pack and moving it to the the top of the front rack is a smart move and improves steering by taking the weight off the handle bars. It also allows for storage of more light weight items. In the past year I have stopped using plastic water bottles and switched to wide mouth screw top stainless steel bottles. Improved taste of the water and easier to keep sanitized. My dry bag on my rear rack is larger than yours. It holds my lose rolled sleeping pad with breakable items inside. The river dry bag becomes the door mat outside the tent.

@NdoliRanman 23 сағат бұрын

I love your travel films and you’ve really inspired me to do more Cycling Vlogs

@thomashecht71 4 ай бұрын

So, jetzt muss ich es mal schreiben: Ich mag dich, deine Videos und deine Erlebnisse wirklich sehr. Mit all den Höhen und Tiefen, an denen du uns teilhaben lässt. Dein Fluchen und deine Freude - es zeigt ehrlich, dass nicht alles easy living ist, im Gegenteil. Manchmal sind es eben nicht nur steile Anstiege, Gegenwind und Grenzpolizei, gegen die man ankämpfen muss. Deine Stärke, dich durch Tiefs zu kämpfen, ist ein großes Vorbild für mich. Ich danke dir von Herzen. Und alles Glück für dich auf deiner nächsten Strecke, wo lang sie auch immer führt. 🧡

@Alex_Shi824 2 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing, I traveled with bike trailer for short distance travels, wish I can so some long distance in the near future

@fries-with-lies 4 ай бұрын

always the saddle that gets me. i made my own and it works better than anything i ever bought. super soft memory foam cargo saddle with extra foam on top. to stop me from sliding forward's. i slide a little bit but its better than ass pain. i just need to keep my legs parallel with the frame, and all is god. 10+ hours a day without any pain. its a upright position.

@gazzberg 4 ай бұрын

For a Top Tube bag, I use a 1.5l Tailfin one, which flips open rather than zips. I love it, but it's quite expensive

@krimoll 4 ай бұрын

Expensive is ok, when it is good quality. Tailfin is pure quality, thats my experience

@gazzberg 4 ай бұрын

@@krimoll 100%, agree with you

@fukawitribe 4 ай бұрын

I have the 1.1l version of the same bag, and have to agree. Don't regret the extra (still cheaper than some top tube bags TBF), can't see myself going back to zips anytime soon, very impressed with it.

@MorellaReeck 3 ай бұрын

you’re literally my comfort person i love you kislux !

@soggybawsmoto 3 ай бұрын

Im a biker, trawling the bikepacking channels to save weight pack size on the motircycle. You guys really have it sussed 👍

@tomh7708 4 ай бұрын

I really enjoy your travel videos, especially since you're traveling by bike. I'm impressed at the miles you've traveled over the years. This video was great, seeing how your set-up has changed over the years. When it comes to someone providing gear reviews, I feel I can trust your reviews. It keeps me from making mistakes by purchasing poor gear. Experience is a great teacher and you've got a lot of experience, so I trust your opinion. Oh, if I had to ask, could you review your bikes/s? Safe travels!

@giantcheerio 4 ай бұрын

Thanks a lot for your words! As I tried quite a lot different options for bikepacking I guess it’s crucial to share my experiences. I am not sure whether I will do a bike review, as my bike is a prototype. But if you can check out the actual bike on the 8bar website. To model is called "Tflsberg" :)

@14jso 3 ай бұрын

Deine Videos und wie du deine Erfahrungen übermittelst finde ich echt bemerkenswert und inspirierend. Mein Freund und ich planen gerade für nächsten Mai unsere Weltreise zu beginnen, und die ersten Strecken werden mit dem Fahrrad sein, anfangend mit Neuseeland und anschließend Japan. Wir sind komplette Einsteiger in diese Welt und ich finde deine Videos echt super hilfreich gerade für diese Tausende Fragen und Zweifel die man am Anfang hat. Mach weiter so!! 👍🏼🚵🏼‍♀️

@JoePenaProductions 4 ай бұрын

So good to see an update from you. I watched one of your longer videos, then began the journey watching from the beginning of your trip. Wishing you, your pup and companion the best on your travels.

@desperadodeluxe2292 Ай бұрын

9:10 keep the zippers clean and waxed so they keep working smoothly. I keep my heavy tools and ready items in a peanut butter jar that's in a bottle cage mounted under the triangle like your bottles. I don't use a frame bag because wind resistance. But I'm on the highway often. I also have suspension forks and most of my weight put forward. on 26"s

@bicweld 4 ай бұрын

Oscar inherited!))) Everything is in wool)) Thank you for the long-awaited video!

@giantcheerio 4 ай бұрын

😂😂😂😂 that’s so true! I tried to get all these hairs off the bags but at some point I just gave up :D

@Kevin_geekgineering 4 ай бұрын

pleas also talk about a good touring bike, and if suspension is good to have, what kind of handlebar to get, still frame or aluminum, all these stuff in more details , thanks

@VABigRing 2 ай бұрын

The xLab Gorilla Grip rear seat bottle cages are very strong and will not let bottles pop out.

@deminmax 3 ай бұрын

Just wanted to say you are awesome! :) Can you tell us how your cycling clothes changed? What you prefer and find most comfortable? And for what weather?

@RonFrostMotivationalSpeaker 3 ай бұрын

thank you so much for this video! i'm getting ready to a trip across the usa, and find your video very helpful.

@giantcheerio 3 ай бұрын

Have a good trip over there :))

@outtatrex 4 ай бұрын

Thanks, I love how your bike setup becomes better and smarter all the time. I agree, sometimes it is better not to know how much your bike weighs. What you don't know, can't hurt you 🙂 The only thing I wonder about is that you do not have fenders on your bike, but I suppose that shows you like to ride in good weather. ( I am from Holland, where it rains all the freaking time). Cheers.

@giantcheerio 4 ай бұрын

Haha yes it’s true that I prefer riding in good weather but within the last 3 years I did have my unpleasant weeks & months of rain. I am not using any genders because my bags function as fenders.

@Baese_R 4 ай бұрын

Hi Lara. Thank you for that video and all the other content you share with us.

@giantcheerio 4 ай бұрын

Oh that’s so exciting! Enjoy your adventure! You will notice by youreself whether you packed too much. I mean we all went through the stage of having too much stuff & sending stuff home is always an option . Enjoy the ride!!

@tomsitzman3952 4 ай бұрын

Eyelets are not a problem. there are other ways to attach equipment to the bike. Where there is no eyelet I attach hose clamps. You could use rubber straps, zip ties, My bike shop sells hose clamps with eyelets. I also use Velcro straps. A good source from them is at a physical therapy store.

@jayalicekurtmaya 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for all your amazing content. Hope you are riding safe. You briefly showed your petrol stove, but I can't find any mention in any of your videos of what kind it is. It looks very unique compared to what I've seen...

@oswaldogonzalez3389 3 ай бұрын

Felicitaciones,, me gusta toda esa información,! Es admirable tu tenacidad y valor, Dios te siga bendiciendo.. 👍😍

@michadudkowski6681 4 ай бұрын

So you just went through classic newbie bike touring, through bikepacking back to bike touring, but in experienced version ;)

@giantcheerio 4 ай бұрын

Haha yes kind of. And I guess I will go back to bikepacking one day. Doing a little set up ping pong game

@michaelvikhman7926 4 ай бұрын

Hi Lara from Virginia USA. I went and looked at some of your first video, you face is got so thin. You have great personality and love to watch your video. Keep going!!!

@Wids41 4 ай бұрын

Hi. ✌️ You are talking alot about your bagsetups. But whats about your bike? Which one are you driving right now? Comparing old vs new and things like this would he amazing. Keep on, you are amazing. 💪

@PMK7734 4 ай бұрын

Great video! Great ideas! I never thought of the auxiliary bags on the back panniers. Ortleb makes great gear. I bought a pretty much complete set up for my new Surly Bridge Club.

@giantcheerio 4 ай бұрын

I added these tiny bags along the way. Bought them after bumping into someone who was traveling with those. I really do love these "baby-pockets"

@PMK7734 4 ай бұрын

@@giantcheerio They will be among my next Ortlieb purchases.

@evanlouis8853 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for the gear tour. I love following your channel. You made me laugh at the end about not weighing your kit...I'm sure everyone wanted to know...but it makes sense not knowing. I was just beginning a trip this summer across the USA...I had so much stuff that I bought a trailer. I have sleep apnea and have to carry a cpap machine and some batteries. I went on a test run and pulled a couple of muscles. So now I am watching more youtube videos. I'm 67, but the way. I'll get it together and try again. Wondering...do you ever break spokes with all that weight? Stay safe and thank you for all the wonderful videos. The best of luck to you.

@tomsitzman3952 4 ай бұрын

A friend told me the best way to say a few grams or ounces is to take your change out of your pocket. People get to bent out of shape over a few pounds. Take what you need. Remember you can travel light and freeze at night. Or carry what you really need and enjoy your journey.

@alimehraein6811 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for your nice videos. In my opinion, you deserve a lot more attention and subscribes. I'm not sure, but if you more often talk straight to the camera or in its front and/or have your friend(s), people you encounter in different countries, etc. do so, your audience may find your videos more interesting or even intriguing, as they might see for themselves the reports of the voiceover or even instead of the voiceover.

@congamike1 3 ай бұрын

What about the bike? What gears do you use? Special tires? How did you select the seat? Thanks!

@sharkmentality9717 4 ай бұрын

Sun tan lotion, chain lube, many differents oils help zippers.

@giantcheerio 4 ай бұрын

Great point!

@Expertzero6Dingley 4 ай бұрын

Really clean setup! I’m also wondering what is a rough estimate of the cost of all the various racks and bags ?

@jackthomas23 4 ай бұрын

Hi Lara, I hope you're doing well. I'm curious to know what kind of bike you're currently riding. Do you have any role models or authorities in cycling that inspire you and from whom you draw knowledge? Best regards, Jack

@FreeSoul.7 4 ай бұрын

Thank you so much . I like your stuff . Wat is your bike ? Is that handmade from Germany or wat ? thanks

@antonpastor7963 4 ай бұрын

Hello lara always ride safe especially your travel useng you bike❤❤❤

@Just4Gordon 4 ай бұрын

For your Top Tube Bag try: Revalate Designs Mag Tank flip top bag. Great bag and company. Sounds like what you’re looking for. You’re doing great on your trips, thanks for sharing. Keep it up!

@giantcheerio 4 ай бұрын

I will check it out ! Thanks !

@maryamfatolah5970 4 ай бұрын

Hey there I hope you enjoying your travel in Iran😊 If you decide to travel to Tehran, I can give you a tour.

@QuirkyAvik 4 ай бұрын

Hello! I enjoy your video but I have a suggestion. Make longer videos either by filming longer videos or just stitching together already made videos into a large one. I download videos to watch when I am off the internet, I tend to download the longer ones over the many parts that a lot have. I hope you consider this.

@krimoll 4 ай бұрын

Take a look at the Tailfin product line

@wendybestward4299 2 ай бұрын

What tent are you using for backpacking?

@grahames9228 4 ай бұрын

That's a nice set-up. You didn't mention a sleeping bag, do you use one?

@giantcheerio 4 ай бұрын

Yes I forgot to mention that I carry my sleeping bag in one of my panniers

@ApiaryGaming 16 күн бұрын

Great streamlined setup - what rating sleeping bag do you use for general year round travel?

@giantcheerio 11 күн бұрын

I have used a 0 degree comfort zone sleeping bag plus an inlay

@ApiaryGaming 11 күн бұрын

@giantcheerio thanks, it's difficult to find the balance between too hot in the summer/cold in the winter, or different country's conditions. I have a 0 degree and a -18 (and a liner), but neither seem right for all seasons! May have to get something inbetween, or maybe a quilt

@shivsnorman 4 ай бұрын

Great video! New subscriber here 👍

@DameEdnaBrown 4 ай бұрын

Great set-up Lara

@giantcheerio 4 ай бұрын

Thanks !

@adammackenzie 4 ай бұрын

😊 awesome..ride safe everyone

@ethecyclists8189 4 ай бұрын

Hi have been following you from day one I live here in Ireland and love watching you on your journey .Can you tell me what your bike gear ratio is I see you use a single front crank called one drive. ? You hav losted quite a lot of your body weight since day one so I hope you are eating well take care and stay safe.await your reply .from a Fellow cyclists tourer.

@giantcheerio 4 ай бұрын

From day one! That is such a long time! 1x11 is perfect for these kind of travels with heavy loadings as I most of the time don’t need the highest gear. The ratio is either 11-40 or 11-42 i always try to keep it in my head but I always forget:D

@MAZAGANBIKE 2 ай бұрын

I caming from insta😉

@TateJenson 3 ай бұрын

Great video! Just curious do you use a bike computer?

@giantcheerio 3 ай бұрын

I used my phone most of the time but only due to a lack of electricity 🤪

@sashaantidot2444 4 ай бұрын

And what about Bike and components? Does Brooks saddle suits u better now ?

@desmonddart5163 4 ай бұрын

Where do I get a bike with such a nice curved frame like the very first one from giant? I cant find it in Giant's store.

@possessionfriend946 4 ай бұрын

What brand and model of Tent ? - and where do you carry the stray dog 🙂

@albert2395 4 ай бұрын

Good to hear your name, at last!😂😅 Lara. I hope I spelt it right?😊 Is that the same name as the heroine in Thomas Hardy's, 'Far from the madding crowd?' Or maybe I'm getting mixed up with somebody else.

@Cycloutouring 2 ай бұрын

I like you..and your videos

@reaganpurdy5000 4 ай бұрын

Love the setup. What bike do you ride?

@giantcheerio 4 ай бұрын

I am riding the prototype of the 8bar Tflsberg

@patvanschaik4271 3 ай бұрын

What saddle are you using?

@poida84 4 ай бұрын

i been through 2 air matress annoying leaks that you cannot find over time.... gave up ended up using tarp folded up in way it was comfortable... but might get folded up matress like you have 😁 few friends highly recommend them so ill see 😃

@giantcheerio 4 ай бұрын

I also got sick of trying to fix punctures and still waking up on the ground. This foldable thing really does the job for me

@tuntori Ай бұрын

I've nearly finished developing a dynamo-chargeable power bank. It has a 7500mAh capacity and can be fully charged after riding about 90km. I think that's a common daily distance for many of us, which means a fully charged 7500mAh power bank every day. That translates to around 1000mAh for every 12km. The performance is mostly linear-you can ride slow or fast, and you'll still get about the same 1000mAh per 12km. I know most people who have tried dynamo chargers are disappointed, but do you think this kind of performance would be enough? Should I pursue making this an actual product?

@giantcheerio Ай бұрын

From my point of view this should be enough for many people but most cycle tourers don’t ride 90 each and every day for months. Depending on elevation and climate 90 is a lot sometimes

@tuntori Ай бұрын

@@giantcheerioWhoops, this post was meant for your last video about charging your devices on the go but somehow I posted it here. Thank you for your answer.

@farhad_353 4 ай бұрын

waiting for more video of Iran welcome btw

@queraxe1504 4 ай бұрын

Hey was für einen Fahrradständer hast du? Ich bin momentan auf der suche. Mein gravelbike hat aber keine guten anscharuabpunkte und den den ich jetzt hab kommt mit dem ganzen gewicht nicht klar.

@giantcheerio 4 ай бұрын

Meiner ist "no-name". 6€ aus dem Iran

@Sebastian-wd1vu 4 ай бұрын

Und ich habe mich so auf ein loadout gefreut..Aber ich hätte auch keine Lust alles wieder einzupacken.

@giantcheerio 4 ай бұрын

Load out wird kommen!

@fulldivemedia 3 ай бұрын

I personally never throw away any useful stuff that can be modified, you can add velcro or magnet to your bag with the bad zipper, don't tell me you don't know how to sew hehe 😅

@giantcheerio 3 ай бұрын

True that! But actually I wouldn’t know how give this bag a new zipper.

@cdg-hzg 4 ай бұрын

What is the current bicycle you're riding?

@kahsini 4 ай бұрын

What kind of tires you ride?

@Simonprivat-zb2vn 4 ай бұрын

Hello, wie zufrieden bist du mit deinem Bike von 8bar?

@tiffanynichol7765 4 ай бұрын

Please drop the name of that tent (or if anyone else has recommendations lmk too)

@giantcheerio 4 ай бұрын

I am using a Wechsel Exogen 2

@b.griffin317 4 ай бұрын

What rear rack do you use? Also what do you use for a sleeping bag or quilt? Thanks!

@giantcheerio 4 ай бұрын

Front rack is pelago. Rear rack is the Ortlieb rack three. My sleeping bag is currently an Alpinloacker sleeping bag. For mild temperatures. Using an inlay as well cause when the temperature drops below 8 I am freezing my a off

@cyclemad-e 4 ай бұрын

Does that sleeping bag go in your back panniers? Love your honest inspiring videos

@giantcheerio 4 ай бұрын

@@cyclemad-e yes it does. But it is quite bulky

@harryvenables2623 4 ай бұрын

How do you get on and off your bike safely and without dropping it when it is fully loaded?

@detharp 4 ай бұрын

she has 6th dgree in yoga mastership❤

@giantcheerio 4 ай бұрын

I got used to the bike, the weight and all the bags. So 99,9% of the time the possibility of dropping it or falling is pretty low. And if it falls, it has some kind of airbag due to all the bags ;)

@mangethegamer 4 ай бұрын

How your experience been with the Go Pro? I find that mine overheats frequently and also get corrupted files somewhat often.

@giantcheerio 4 ай бұрын

Had the same issue when Iwas using the go pro 9 with the blue batteries. I switched to a go pro 11 and after a little research exchanged the blue batteries with the white ones. Ever since no problems!

@martijnrakers7301 4 ай бұрын

You named everything, except the brand of your bike haha. What's the brand and type, thanks!

@comounaverdura 3 ай бұрын

Hi. How heavy is the bike?

@phillipcowan1444 4 ай бұрын

North America next year?

@clickbaitnumberone1403 4 ай бұрын

good one

@Luigi13 3 ай бұрын

This is your full time job? I am sure you do meet many other cyclists on the road doing the same thing. it is a loaded bicycle and yes better not to know about the weight. Cheers and good luck.

@alirezafarshadroo 4 ай бұрын

If you are still in Iran, come to the city of Bandar Anzali, just search its name and you will realize how beautiful the main structure of the city of Anzali was built by the Germans during Hitler's time.😂❤ I will be happy to come and show you the city

@possessionfriend946 4 ай бұрын

What make and type is the petrol stove ?

@baldeep8257 3 ай бұрын

Which is that? Thanks

@kayasper6081 4 ай бұрын

I see you're half way back to panniers😂

@kai_lemke 4 ай бұрын

schade...das gesamtgewicht hätte mich ja wirklich mal interessiert 😕 ich glaube da kommt echt schon enorm was zusammen...wäre vor allem auch sehr interessant weil ja irgendwie mittlerweile alle bikes mit nem zulässigem gesamtgewicht angeboten werden...da hat man mit dem setup wohl kaum ne chance 😅

@giantcheerio 4 ай бұрын

Also um ehrlich zu sein glaube ich, dass ich komplett beladen (mit essen, Wasser, Hundefutter und co) locker 60 kg auf die Wage bringe. Der ganze Technikkram ist schwer, 2 Gepäckträger und und und. Ich hoffe ich kann es bald mal wiegen(denn einbisschen interessiert es mich schon ;D)

@kai_lemke 4 ай бұрын

@@giantcheerio da geh ich auch mal stark von aus...50 - 60 kilo werden das locker sein...gerade weil du ja auch wirklich einiges an technik mit an bord hast 😅 und da kommt halt echt der interessante punkt mit den neuen bikes und ihrem zulässigem gesamtgewicht...keine ahnung seit wann diese angaben verpflichtend sind...aber demnach ist es ja nahezu unmöglich ein bike zu finden wo man da "im grünen bereich" ist...da kriege ich allein ohne gepäck schon probleme 🤣 verrückt wie sich das alles entwickelt...

@lucymorrison7232 Ай бұрын

Where does your dog go🤠?

@kelvingrover4043 4 ай бұрын

May God be with you on your journey

@DemiGod.. 4 ай бұрын

I don't think he rides bicycle.

@thomashecht71 4 ай бұрын

@@DemiGod.. 😂

@krimoll 4 ай бұрын

@@DemiGod..He does though 😅

@mukundkelkar2914 3 ай бұрын

Have you abandoned world tour? where you now? Have you visited India?

@m0cna 4 ай бұрын

Are you sure it's your final setup? :)

@giantcheerio 4 ай бұрын

Hahaha no :D

@AncarMolleur 4 ай бұрын

The variety of textures in the kislux pack is impressive. From smooth leather to textured suede, there's something for everyone.

@MagicshineLights 3 ай бұрын

🤩🤩🤩

@Killik001 4 ай бұрын

Neat

@advmotorrad 4 ай бұрын

What about your seat?

@giantcheerio 4 ай бұрын

Currently riding a brooks

@advmotorrad 4 ай бұрын

@@giantcheerio thanks

@advmotorrad 4 ай бұрын

@@giantcheerio right now are you in india or pakistan?

@advmotorrad 4 ай бұрын

@@giantcheerio may i know whats brooks model do you suggest for touring or whats your brooks model

@Spanderson99 4 ай бұрын

Your zipper comment reminded me of the time a rodent chewed through the zipper of my brand-new Apidura frame bag to get at my trail mix while I slept. Ruined the bag, as well as the trail mix!