Cycling Across Canada Solo at 22 - The Greatest Trail

The Greatest Trail - A Purpose-Filled Journey Across Canada
(Filmed Summer 2018)
An 8,000km epic voyage of hope and determination. Across every Canadian province; into fog, following great lakes, across the prairies and over mountains, Timmy brings you along on an unpredictable, cultural and purposeful adventure.
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My camera gear:
-Panasonic Lumix GH3
-Lens : LUMIX G 25mm F/1.7 + 7-14mm F/4.0
-Gopro hero 3+ Black
-Drone: DJI Mavic Pro

[@davidschmaus1]

The fact this video doesn’t have millions of views shows how bad KZbin is. One of the best things I have ever watched. You are a kind young man with a great sense of adventure. Cheers.

[@derekmann857]

It’s simple its Canada. Canada has ZERO good biking. Ok BC has great mountain bike trails.

[@alphasounds.]

agreed

[@ronkng]

This documentary should be shown on public television. Great work! Being a cyclist myself truely appreciate what you have accomplished.

[@TheAdventuresofTimmyLeger1]

That's the goal one day! I appreciate the compliments!

[@theroadnottakentravel]

HOW THE HECK DOES THIS HAVE ONLY 21K VIEWS!? This is the work of a master cinematographer! Amazing transitions and drone shots!

[@psycholist724]

I couldn't agree more. This is an amazing piece of work from A to Z.

[@shropshirecycle]

it's probably the best video I've ever watched..and I've watc hundreds and hundreds ❤

[@richardhoon77]

@@shropshirecycle wait till u get to the thousands

[@shahzadhabib6929]

Very impressive, truly master cinematographer

[@derekmann857]

My guess is because its in Canada. Now if he would have went to Colombia and rode south for a year then it would be close to million views. Nobody cares about Canada. Most don’t have a clue where it is. The only good riding in Canada is in BC.

[@dba4a6d76]

Wow! One of the best movies I have seen. Don’t think of this as a KZbin video blog, this is a full scale movie. Heartfelt. Beautifully shot. Entertaining. Emotional. Couldn’t stop watching it. This movie is an honest telling of an amazing journey.

[@stub011]

Amazing job raising the money and spreading awareness. I’m 53 now but did the Canada coast to coast to coast in 1996. This brought back great memories. Love and respect 👊

[@danielwilson6473]

Most people probably don't realize that cycling across Canada was relatively speaking the "Easy Part" and that editing that documentary is the bit that took a 'hell of a lot of effort'. Thanks for enabling my wife and I our own adventure across cycling Canada. Your reaction as you saw the Rockies should be enough to convince others that the only way to cycle Canada is to do it from East to West. We had already bought the ticket when a friend shared his own experience seeing the Rockies..

[@TheAdventuresofTimmyLeger1]

YES East to West ALL DAY!!! Honestly the hardest part WAS the doc and I’m so glad it’s done! Thanks for watching it!

[@vermontunfiltered]

Thank you for sharing this! One of the most inspirational films I have ever watched. The world needs more people like you. Thank you for reminding me that humanity can be beautiful

[@ritabeck3868]

What a wonderful thing to do for your grandparents, and what a wonderful movie to watch. Well done Timothee Leger.

[@1Roseboom]

What a GREAT journey and film!!! Could not stop watching! Please make another one.

[@TheAdventuresofTimmyLeger1]

Turn on post notifications, currently editing a film of a 10,000km trek !!!

[@MAJJJJJJ]

Hi from mike A. From LA CA. The last part when you brought the ocean water to your grandma and grandpa was EPIC. YOU my friend are awesome. Thanks for this epic film of your journey across CANADA EH. I hope to see more of these SPECTACULAR FILMS. AND IM SO GLAD YOUR ALIVE. YOU ARE SUCH A FREE SPIRIT. KEEP THE RUBER SIDE DOUN.

[@Scor-ah]

Those staples in my tires get me everytime....lol... Great experience riding across Canada..my parents did that in the early 80's and had a blast and met all kinds of kind people🙂

[@andrewcarlson1867]

Wonderful to watch! You grew in years on your adventure… I’m 64yo in Boston, at 59 I rode slo from Boston to Key West, at 61 I rode solo from Boston to San Diego…oh! I was a lifeguard in Old Orchard Beach,Maine during the late ‘70’s. Dated the most wonderful (beautiful) Québécois from St. Basil’s Lagrange! Canadians are wonderful people! You’ll find the same in USA! Gob bless Andrew

[@TheAdventuresofTimmyLeger1]

Thanks Andrew!!! I’d love to exchange stories one day!!! I did Maine to California with a friend just last year stay tuned to watch it on this channel!!

[@roncann9520]

Awesome job Timmy. I rode Victoria to St John’s when I was 22 (1993) with my best buddy Mike. That trip made me who I am. The trip becomes a big part of you. Congrats. Great job on the doc. My 16 year old daughter and I watched the whole thing. Now she wants to go!!!

[@TheAdventuresofTimmyLeger1]

Thanks!!! Wow what a coincidence, my touring buddy is a Mike as well! It certainly has been a big part of my confidence and who I grew to be. That's so cool to hear, that's why I made it, to inspire! :D

[@russellamb8783]

I don't know what you've been up to since you made this wonderful trip but i say this sincerely, the world needs more of you're genuine spirit and soul. All the best in you're future endeavors. Russell from London Ontario.

[@adrienbisson4888]

Top 1% is usually said in reference to top 1% of annual incomes. But this is what I think of!! The drive, the heart, the skills, & the beauty of the man putting all this together!!! Super proud brother!! 💪🏼🙏🏼 God has truly blessed you in so many ways 🙌🏼

[@TheAdventuresofTimmyLeger1]

Thanks Adrien!!! Means a lot! Can’t wait to see you back in Canada!

[@ShawNshawN]

Wow what a story!! Its amazing the depth adding the back story of your grand parents and dying as the start and end of the story. Very cool tie into cancer and water causes for the world. Great voyage and tear jerker story. So cool. Congrats!

[@JohnthemapguyADHDMe]

Thank you for this video!!!!!!! I’m a biker myself(17) and am building a bike camper trailer that I’ll be using from Ontario to British Columbia. I plan on living in the trailer for as long as possible

[@mathisha.samarawickrama6824]

As a kid who was first handed a bike when i was just 4 years old, i truly understand the freedom riding a cycle gives you and to have been able to do what you did, and the purpose behind it, is genuinely one of the most if not the most inspiring thing i have seen. Lets not forget the cinematography! i mean, i have no words. Its a story within itself. Thank you and congrats on your achievement.

[@darthsjp]

Well done, Really inspiring. Your grandparents are definitely proud of you. You make all Canadians proud that you're the representative of the next generation of Canadian Leaders.

[@bakhytkeldi]

Canadians are the best! With love from Kazakhstan:)

[@templink]

Timmy c'est toute un exploit que tu as accompli je n'ai pas vue beaucoup de personne avec autant de courage et détermination, tu es un inspiration pour plusieurs. Ta présentation et montage vidéo d'une qualité exceptionnel mais surtout ta personalité et la cause font de toi un héro similaire à Tery Fox Je suis très touché par ce que tu as fait Bravo WELL DONE

[@andytuck]

Awesome job Timmy, an amazing video with a great story. it was very inspiring and heart moving. it was an honor to cross paths and meet you. It makes me very emotional happy knowing you accomplished your journey. TOGETHERNESS!!! Andy -the indigenous guy from Sask.

[@TheAdventuresofTimmyLeger1]

ANDY!!!! I have been waiting since the day I released this video to know if maybe you would ever see what that gift meant to me! So glad I crossed paths with you too man ! Much love!

[@andytuck]

@@TheAdventuresofTimmyLeger1 my grandmother once told me "the greatest gifts come from the heart" i now truly believe that to the fullest my friend. all the best to you... much love & respect!

[@helgarivers6281]

This brougt me close to tears many times. Thnaks for showing the human spirit is alive and well. Hats off to you youmg man .

[@greg1244]

This documentary bussin RESPECTFULLY

[@TheAdventuresofTimmyLeger1]

Thanks G! :D

[@bertski60]

7.9 billion people walk this earth, 38 million are canadian. that is one in every 207 people. thnx for reminding me how blessed we are to be from such a wonderful country. every day we wake up canadian is another day we've won the lottery. thnx for a great video and story. well done sir!

[@ericshawnthompsonjr.510]

This journey was very inspiring! I loved it. I felt it deep when you met new people, experienced everything across Canada & learning new things. Very adventurous person you are! I'm sorry about what happened to your family members.

[@scottcampbell6360]

Way to have an adventure! My (now) wife and I rode from Tacoma, Washington to Pueblo, Colorado when i was 21. Live your life!

[@TheAdventuresofTimmyLeger1]

Wow!!! in what year may i ask! I've always been intrigued by pre 2000s travel culture!!

[@char5477]

VERY WELL DONE VIDEO! What a trip and adventure of a lifetime... one you will never forget! Congrats and for all the donations you gathered for great organizations.

[@moooooooooooose]

oh my, probably the greatest video ive watched on yt, didnt think i would watch the whole thing and was smiling really hard when it finished, love adventure and the stories it brings. loved how you interacted with strangers and loved how u did it at a young age. im 19 and really want to do this once i graduate college. Beautiful story telling and hope your family is doing well. Hope to meet you someday Timmy!

[@alphasounds.]

Wow man... It's amazing..... No words... I watched this one four times... You push me to do this

[@timrumble6945]

The best cycling video I have ever seen. Great work and an epic journey.

[@blackspruceroutes]

Tannant! A 62 ans je commence le velotouring, tu me donne pas le choix de me dépasser! Thank you! & Congratulations!!

[@cykloputovanicestounecestou]

Unreal, beautiful, breathtaking. Your heart is in the right place. Always be yourself and do what you love.

[@joshandjamesvosperfromhere6887]

I just found this video today. Thanks for filming, editing and posting this trip!

[@kimklenk4785]

Incredible display of faith and a fearlessness✌️

[@qsteika]

“Booked a one way ticket..and sent it” That about sums you up, this is sick!

[@TheAdventuresofTimmyLeger1]

Ahaha thanks mate! Now book that one way to Oahu already we’re moving into the bush!

[@theroadnottakentravel]

What a coincidence! I know the Herons from a church in Hudson! I used to live in St Anne de Bellevue but now Ottawa-what a small world lol

[@TheAdventuresofTimmyLeger1]

HCBC ya ! I skydive in Gatineau all the time come for a dive

[@theroadnottakentravel]

@@TheAdventuresofTimmyLeger1 haha hope to one day!

[@ericlakota6512]

People around you are so nice and kind because your respectfull and kind the 2 girls who waited for you made me cry amazing

[@ericlakota6512]

Wow so much faith in humens of all ages amazing people brother. Thank you every one involved in the making of this video it realy makes me like people again .i watch another video of people doing great devide and same thing when in need people came threw

[@michellejasminvasquez464]

I’m 2 minutes in and already in tears. I can’t wait to sit down and watch the entire video. I loved meeting you on the White Oak Trail.💜 Mucho love, from Houston, Texas! 🚴🏽‍♀️

[@TheAdventuresofTimmyLeger1]

Thanks Michelle! :) I hope we get to cycle again!!

[@moooooooooooose]

ayy texas represent

[@eisvogel8099]

Epic. I won't try to look for words. This video shows what life is about. Thank you and the beautiful souls of Canada who made this possible, greetings from Holland

[@shifatiqbal4781]

This deserves millions of views. As I was watching the video mesmerized by the quality I took a pause wondering how many million views this video's got..the content was that good! really enjoying it now let me go back to continue watching it!!

[@bigotengpangit7624]

You have a great ever bike packing, one of the dream route Trans Canada, for those bikers adventurer like Me.

[@aidenanis]

Cette vidéo a changé ma perspective de la vie. Je suis tellement heureux pour toi Timmy, tu es exceptionnel! Merci pour tout.

[@davidjohnhunt7023]

Timmy, I am absolutely loving your film. As a fellow 22 year old cross Canada cyclist, August 1985 West to East, you've done a wonderful job of capturing this journey, one that my grainy 3x5 photos do not. Congratulations on this outstanding documentary. Cheers!

[@TheAdventuresofTimmyLeger1]

I’d love to see those film photos :) !!!! So excited to hear about the similarities !!

[@kennethhatt6479]

Thank you for sharing your experience

[@enricoflor3601]

I'm stopping now. Need to watch this on a bigger screen! ❤

[@theminecraftguru]

Watched this video over and over again, never gets old. Love you and your videos 😊

[@joseadavila7445]

Congratulations young man you did great you are great guy love you grandparents many blessings to you.

[@jaykhorsand800]

Thanks for sharing your video. This was the best of the best video I have ever seen,having so many good friends and family like them is blessings

[@BiShrexual]

C'est clair que c'est sur ma bucket list ste genre d'aventure là! J'ai jamais fait de longue distance ou rien du genre en vélo, j'roule encore sur le vieux bicycle à ma mère, mais ste genre de film là m'encourage plus que n'importe quoi de m'dire "fuck it" pis d'y aller. Jme suis toujours donné l'excuse que j'avais pas l'argent ou le temps de faire ste genre d'affaire là, mais tu prouves que c'est pas ça qui va nous arrêter. J'vais revenir à ce vidéo là le jour ou jva partir pour te le dire. Merci beaucoup de partager ton expérience pis j'espère j'pas le seul à avoir été inspiré par toi!

[@Bobmarley33221]

i have also lost my grand father to cancer, my father , my mother , my brother 7 uncles and 2 aunts , i had it myself many times , i,am ok now . your endevor was one i did many times , but never on a bycicle as i,am sick . traveling along with you on video was one of the grestest adventures i had on the net , i swear to god . THANK YOU FOR WHAT YOU DID . my dream was always to cross Canada on the railways track . on foot . alas i,am too old now to take this endevor . thank you so much , may the good lord protect you , and i can,t wait to see your next adventure .this video should be in the national archives . so it will never be forgotten , PEACE PROFOUND .

[@karetnikovalexey]

What a wonderful movie! Can't believe there are so little views...

[@TheAdventuresofTimmyLeger1]

Thanks haha it issssss what it issss

[@george40ish]

Excellent video. I have been watching many as I am going to do a solo trip next year for my 60th. Excited, scared, nervous, but determined.

[@TheAdventuresofTimmyLeger1]

@@george40ish GO FOR IT! let me know how it goes!

[@andreidelatorre9078]

i cant finish these types of videos because i feel like its our adventure thats ending😭 good video bro keep up the good work🔝🔝

[@hinsontacp]

An incredible video!!!! Very emotional and motivating! Well done! I enjoyed this immensely so thank you.

[@MarkDSwartz]

A wonderful, brave journey, captured impressively (and compellingly) by brave young adventurer Timmy Léger!

[@TheAdventuresofTimmyLeger1]

THANKS mark I was just enjoying a coffee on you and About to respond to your email !!! ☕️ Here’s the link to my how to on cycle touring in Canada let me know if it works! docs.google.com/document/d/1k74f4l4Wn-frYZd9Z-fZmhYrfbv4zFTTyS6Se9bkE8E/edit Cheers!!!!! And keep adventuring!!!!

[@MarkDSwartz]

@@TheAdventuresofTimmyLeger1 Hi Timmy, thanks for the link. It works! Sent you another private cup of coffee, hope you'll respond via the email address I included. :-)

[@celticwanderer6407]

what a awesome tribute to your grand father i defo agree with Ron this should be shown on tv around the world what a prefect impersonation

[@tmc8884]

Best cycling video ever!! Thank you Timmy and Canada. May Giselle and Henri Rest In Peace, Amen.

[@watchout694]

Agreed! It is amazing! What a story teller! What a videographer!

[@I_Am_Bone]

I have been fighting cancers for almost 10 years, and 7 diagnosis. Your ride is absolutely inspirational, and you are an incredible human being. Thank you. I have participated in the Sick Kids Great Cycle hallenge for the past 2 years. This year was completely sidelined by a tumor that showed up in my right kidney, and ureter. On August 16 right in the middle of the ride the kidney and associated parts were removed. A Cole's Notes Version... 2012 Stage IV Colon cancer mets to liver, lymph nodes - Removed 2/3 large intestine, 2 large chunks from liver, appendix and gall bladder 2013 June Terminal with 5% chance making it past 1 year. 2015 Bladder cancer 2016 bladder cancer 2017 Squamous Cell carcinoma throat, mouth, tongue - 19.5 hour surgery to remove L&R tonsils, part of tongue, left side of throat, soft pallet, 348 lymph nodes from neck 2018 bladder cancer 2022 May, bladder cancer 2022 May, colon cancer met found in kidney and ureter - Removed kidney, ureter, and small piece of bladder August 16 While lying in hospital recovering I decided I had to do something more than just fight cancer. I decided I was going to get a better bike and head West from Alberta to Vancouver to the Terry Fox monument there as my goal for the GCCC 2023. I have no idea if I'll make it, but I know for certain I wont if I don't start. That is my plan at this point.

[@fabiofreitas2806]

You are such an inspiration, man!! Thank you for sharing your experience!! Very good to keep eyes moisturized! You are not just a great rider and adventurer but also a great filmmaker and wonderful human being!!

[@karrydurning9563]

What a fab adventure! 🚴‍♂️🚴‍♂️🚴‍♂️Have shared this with my sons who are in their late teens, you are a great role model. Big hi from New Zealand 🇳🇿😊

[@gusford8536]

I made the cut!!! Thanks man... loved it!

[@TheAdventuresofTimmyLeger1]

Was great hiking with you gus!

[@timispossible]

Hey man, I enjoyed every minute of this video. Watching this all the way from Germany. Great work! You reaching Victoria and placing that front tire into the water made me tear up a little bit, I'll be honest. Thank you for this piece of work.

[@dommccabe17]

Chapeau! The ultimate means for adventure, such a perfect description for the joy of cycling.

[@AdeptApe]

This documentary is simply amazing that such a young man recorded this, while traveling across Canada entirely by bicycle. Great job on completing the ride and compiling such a well edited film.

[@jordancampbell6156]

Oh man just watched this from start to finish. What an achievement! What inspiration. Well done

[@andrewf9423]

This should have more views. Great job on the video!

[@9miniclip]

This was amazing I had a smile on my face the whole time I even shed a tear when you got to the end! Thank you for doing all that and for sharing it with us!

[@psycholist724]

That is one of the most beautiful stories I've ever seen. I hope I get to meet you someday. Ce qui est fait est fait.

[@CobraElDiablo]

That my friend was epic. I so wanted to just reach in the screen and give you a hug at the end of the film.

[@chevysharp8334]

Absolutely Incredible, watched from start to finish.

[@andyeckel7195]

Wow! Just WOW! What an incredible story.

[@MrNutz52]

You inspire me..seeing you do this brings me so much emotion.. you are awesome

[@thijsclement5110]

This is great!!! Greetings from Barneveld Holland✌🏻

[@dholowack]

Outstanding. Great storytelling. Great filming. And for a great purpose. Thanks for sharing your journey.

[@Chef_to_go]

Man thanks you so much for sharing this experience with us on the best way we could find. Love everything, the set up, your joy and constant positivism, what a nife trip you had and thank for the work you put in sharing it

[@markl2815]

As good as it gets for me. Thanks for making this, it is inspiring and also humbling at the same time. Excellent

[@LOUD_army]

I can confirm as a Caribbean Canadian, the Bruce peninsula has beautiful beaches. It’s hard to believe that the beaches are on a lake.

[@letsif]

Brilliant story telling from the heart

[@ImProudtobeCanadian]

I want to do the great trail when I have the time. The scenery looks astonishing.

[@ozencharaka7916]

Best bicycle touring video ! Very brilliant work mate ! Greetings from Greece. ❤️

[@s.richards6552]

Truly amazing film. Absolute perfection.

[@RogerMain]

Right on! Most entertaining 👏 Despite the adversities and all you kept smiling. Wonderful video...

[@cappaculla]

One of the most inspiring, emotional, fun and enjoyable videos I've seen on KZbin.. The people on this trip more beautiful than any scenery, that truck driver, wow.. Thanks for this...

[@2wheelsrbest327]

Well done Timmy your family must be very proud of you. I am sure your Grandpa drifted away smiling about what you achieved. Over here in the UK we all followed Terry Fox story and his sad ending. My wife and myself did a coach tour in Canada a few years ago and were pleased to see so many tributes to him. Stay safe out there.

[@acanadian2285]

At the 42 min mark....? need to know more!!!!!!!?????? Great vid bud!!

[@chrisphegley8810]

Thank you for creating this video and sharing it for us to view!

[@aimeehare6904]

Me and my partner are cycling across Canada starting in March in Halifax, ending up in Vancouver :) I'm nervous but this video has made me so excited!

[@TheAdventuresofTimmyLeger1]

LET’S GOOOOOOO! please update me on the progress!!!

[@aimeehare6904]

@@TheAdventuresofTimmyLeger1 do you have a map of the route you took? Would love to see it!

[@TheAdventuresofTimmyLeger1]

www.google.com/maps/placelists/list/15ehOJw4oaaww7aciC6csL487P1Y Not really detailed but here’s the general route!! If using Google Maps simply use driving directions and remove highways it works for 95% of the country. I have gotten terrible suggestions using the biking mode in Google Maps. Happy riding

[@darrenb9751]

Triple thumbs up! You are an inspiration, Tim!

[@trailertrashed6390]

This is fantastic. Great job Timmy..

[@securitor8161]

I'm from Prince Edward Island but living in Alberta now good on you for your tour I've always wanted to do one now that I'm pushing 50 almost I would like to plan an E bike tour across Canada off-road for charity

[@TheAdventuresofTimmyLeger1]

That would be awesome!!! Offroad is the way to go!

[@Sean-bp6xb]

Inspirational. Well narrated. Thx for sharing your journey. Watching from Ontario Canada 🎉😊

[@EncoreXplorer]

Absolutely epic, what an incredible journey, beautifully captured.

[@softstart100]

What a great video, and yes it brought me to tears at the end at the same time happiness in faith that the younger generation is alive with hope and companionship. I am a father, grandfather and great grandfather thank you for this gift.

[@jordanhuddleston7430]

This really makes you feel something

[@blainelozier132]

Timmy, you did a remarkable job with this project, and I am very proud of you! Thank you for sharing your experience with all of us. This is incredibly inspiring, and I am so happy for you! God bless you, son, with many more adventures to come.

[@zukzworld]

Amazing work my friend, you have an adventure, a story to tell to your future-self. ❤ This video should have a million view at least!! 🙌🏾👏🏾👏🏾👍🏾

[@Midnightjazz68]

Absolutely incredible film and story, well done! thoroughly enjoyed every minute viewing this. You did your grandparents and others who are battling justice ten folds over. Thank you for sharing. Greetings from England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿