Bikepacking #1 - Camping, Food & Routines

[@robertcromer5411]

Pack an automobile sheepskin chamois!! A chamois absorbs 5-10 times its weight in water. They are GREAT for drying tents, tarps, etc. I used my chamois to dry my daily laundry. By laying a wet shirt on top of the chamois and rolling both up, and then kneading them, the shirt will come out dryer than the wash machine spin cycle... Enjoy...

[@loabydosser7286]

Good video, great attitude. I really appreciated the hand-washing tip, and that you credited someone else for it. We pass these things on and I will now credit you for it. It can be tough but rewarding, this road. I hope joy finds you some times.

[@Volkmannx]

Interesting washing methods. And good tipp to get water from graveyards. Nice video, thanks!

[@XzarLim]

nice thanks for sharing

[@landonerickson8017]

Loving your content! Have toured/bikepacked/backpacked a fair bit, but never thought of the tea-bag facewash trick. Thanks for sharing!

[@Przygody_Bialych]

Thank You for great video. Have a great day, days

[@muratlaturat-bisikletleTürkiye]

You can hold your water bottle between your knees with the mouth facing down to wash your hands with the water flowing from the bottle.

[@BadaiRimba]

Cycling with bikepacking, opening a tent, cooking and enjoying the beauty of nature is really fun..... greetings from Indonesia

[@profhortsunlover1536]

the t-bag thing was amazing, great idea

[@carlp3214]

Hi! Great videos thanks for putting them up! I noticed at around 2:30 mark that your ground cloth seems to have gathered a lot of water! I dont want to be too forward, but you should make sure your ground cloth is 100% under your tent and not peeking out from any edges. Also keep the rain fly staked as far out as possible. Then the rain will (hopefully) not hit the ground cloth and gather underneath you! Cheers and Good luck!

[@jameslopez958]

YES! Eating when you are Hungry Is Important 😉🙏😎! I live in the Tucson Arizona Desert 🏜️ and staying hydrated! Plus having Sodium, Potassium and Electrolytes in my water to keep from Cramping Up! 👍

[@reda1248]

i love the tea bag cleansing tip ;)

[@giantcheerio]

:)

[@johndyson2528]

I have a qu: it’s another one about bike security - when you go to the supermarket for food, drink, gas and supplies, what do you do with all the things you carry on your bike? I hope you still pick up my qu as it’s 2 months after your video released - I’ve only just discovered your channel and I think it’s brilliant. I want to cycle from north to south of France and then back; I want to do it for charity, so your videos are inspiring me😊

[@giantcheerio]

Hey John! I always leave my bike in front of the supermarket while doing grocery shopping. In some location I don't have a good gut feeling letting my bike stay outside and then I just continue riding to the next supermarket. And of course, I also lock it ;)

[@thegreathans_]

das macht so sehnsüchtig. schön :)

[@cynthiamgentles6781]

In bear country Best to camp with a portable electric bear fence. 2.4 lbs packed for huge peace of mind.

[@jamiejonesblog]

looking forward to watching more of your videos. looks you are a hard core adventurer!

[@welshbikepackingadventures]

Just found your channel, love your energy and enthusiasm!

[@bruls85]

Good tips tnx

[@emmanuelleblanchet1886]

Nice thanks for all the practical tricks, very happy to find your video 😊

[@theforestandme_outdoor]

that's the way it has to be! thank you very much 🙏🏻😎

[@jean-yvesstoebner2254]

The tip for washing your hands is great Nice vid …….waiting for part 2😁🚵‍♂️

[@giantcheerio]

a very lovely lady taught me that trick & part 2 is ready to watch :)

[@131836646]

Wow enjoyful life💪👍

[@ionsyn]

Wash the face with teabag? Wow amazing idea❤

[@robertjackson2069]

I am new to bike packing so I am always in search for info from experience persons such as yourself. Very nice video.

[@giantcheerio]

Thanks! Hope you enjoy your upcoming bike trips :)

[@shuragoni]

Hello! thank you for your videos, they motivated me to make my first video and create a KZbin channel!

[@zulfiqarabbasi3995]

I love travelling

[@kimtoogood4006]

Hi, loved your video, thanks, can I ask what make of tent you use? Thanks

[@giantcheerio]

I was using a nature hike tagar k One:)

[@ReimaginedAdventures]

great ride great video happy labor day

[@matt281075]

Fantastic 👌👍

[@trelosenario]

well done , keep going .

[@andis2]

Danke für die Eindrücke! Das mit dem Händewaschen… echt cool ;)

[@charlielibanmarino9694]

Good video for bikepacking

[@Pococnosurvival]

that was good.....be careful out there....good stuff

[@jeremylutersz3374]

How long does your fuel canisters last. And where do you buy them? Awesome videos

[@giantcheerio]

It depends on how often I am using the stove. Can’t tell you how long these gas bottles lasted tbh🤷‍♀️

[@make.and.believe]

Love the tea bag face washing trick. :) Greetings from Los Angeles!

[@r0ll1ng3r]

Sieht schwer nach Aquitanien aus. Gute Wahl. Tolles, normales Video.

[@jameslopez958]

Thanks for sharing this video! I once had a Tooth 🦷 Pulled when I was younger and my Nana told me put a Tea Bag in the empty Space to stop the Bleeding! 🤔 It worked better than the Gause the Dentist gave me? 👍✌️♥️🙏 Peace ✌️and Love 💖 from your friend James in Tucson Arizona Desert 🏜️

[@mountaingoat8788]

lol Im the Same need about 1 hour of Morning relaxation with tea or coffee then I am Ready..

[@derekhazel5524]

What lovely lifestyle

[@HanneLoreundHerrBert]

Wenn du eine Pet - Flasche hast- flasche erhöht hinlegen- nur ein ganz kleines bisschen aufdrehen, um die Hände zu waschen. Hab ich mal als Lkw Fahrer Tipp gehört. Aber der hier ist auch gut. 😅😊

[@giantcheerio]

Auch ein guter tip! Nur beim wildcampen meist nicht machbar weil man keine hohe Oberfläche wie einen Tisch oder so hat

[@the1andonly]

Great bicycle touring video! I can relate to a lot of your "missions" as I'm also a very passionate bicycle traveller. Greeting s from Canada. New subscriber here 😉

[@giantcheerio]

Thanks for subscribing:)) greeting to Canada!

[@AwayFromHome-Emi]

Hi. I watched most of your videos but I couldn’t find what I was looking for: where does your name “Giant Cheerio” come from? Also, great work! Keep up! Stay safe! ✊ Thanks

[@sabineelviranowaki1073]

Danke für die Einblicke in deinen Radleralltag. Wünsche dir, dass die Trillerpfeife nie eingesetzt werden muss🍀

[@giantcheerio]

Merci!! Bis jetzt musste die Pfeife noch nie eingesetzt werden und das darf auch so bleiben!

[@Localcommunityconnect]

You are awesome! I’m brand new to this but so far I’ve got 500 miles and 3 weeks along the Coast of California.. I love it and I’m all in full time! Do you ever come out to the United State’s?

[@debsmostexcellentadventure5353]

Really loved this video,hope you have a lovely week ahead and stay safe debs fan xx🤗xx

[@giantcheerio]

Thanks :))

[@svengalil]

Just stumbled across your channel, keep up the good work. Great sound too...is this videoed on a Gopro type camera? Cheers

[@giantcheerio]

Hey there ! Up to know I haven't used a go pro. I always used my phone and a selfie stick. But that's not the smartest way of filming.

[@duclam9449]

Just watched your video, love your high level of energy. One question please, how do you pack your stuff on the bike?

[@FireandIceOutdoorGear]

There are a lot of channels that can show you how to pack your bike The more I study other people’s way of packing a bike it seems like we are all doing it the same way 😁

[@giantcheerio]

Soonish I am gonna do another set up video :)

[@marin4c77]

Hello frm malaysia...Great video

[@TheLicewine]

You are living my dream...

[@yakoridesagain]

Reluctantly subscribed as I’m jealous you are doing better than me - but your videos are extremely engaging and you deserve everything! So hope you do well, saludos!

[@giantcheerio]

Thanks :)

[@Whatsername868]

Hi! Super curious, what do you do for work (how do you finance backpacking + get the time to go)? Great vids! - Giant Cheeto

[@giantcheerio]

Hey there! I saved up for my bikepacking trip and currently I am having a cycling break to save up again :)

[@rollingthunder4599]

What do you do when you're in the middle of cooking, and canister runs out of gas?

[@aliyassine2353]

Really enjoy your videos. Keep up the great work. 👍🏾

[@offsitearchive]

Salut, how did you secure your bike, especially when you have to go to supermarkets?

[@giantcheerio]

I lock it in front of the store

[@franknobody5965]

Sehr interessantes Video! Wie wäschst du die Wäsche?

[@giantcheerio]

I wasche sie meist einfach mit der Hand, wo auxh immer ich Wasser finde :)

[@themjpull4052]

I’m planning a trip from south texas to Seattle. Any tips? It will be my first bike touring trip.

[@MoccoGinta]

Nice video ❤

[@giantcheerio]

Thanks:)

[@Alchemicalprincess]

Doing this just now across UK and Europe 😂

[@davidalderson7761]

Passing your videos in to my niece it will encourage her to ride a bike. Can you do a video on your editing ( you say your using your phone to edit ? ) sounds a bit of a effort compared to a laptop. Nice videos interesting locations and well presented for sure.

[@giantcheerio]

Hey there, I am using my phone to edit pictures and videos for Instagram. I could never ever edit a YT video on my phone. Da vinci resolve is the software I use to edit these vids. Cheerio!🙃

[@sauravbasu8805]

Which Giant bicycle model are you using here ?

[@bulentsolak9071]

good luck

[@manwithouthat391]

Hi, look only a few minutes and your tent looks interesseting. What´s the brand & name of it?

[@giantcheerio]

It's a nature hike one man tent :)

[@livingforgod7]

how do you create and navigate along a route?

[@giantcheerio]

I am using komoot to navigate. For creating the videos I am spending some days in the cheapest accommodations that I can find along the way:)

[@jht09]

What type of bike are you riding looking for my first

[@giantcheerio]

I was riding a Giant comax one and now inam riding an 8 Bar teufelsberg. It's made of steel and I do love it!

[@hoser7706]

Bandanas are great for wiping down wet gear, as towels and weigh nothing. Great fun little vid. Subscribed. Keep filming and riding! You are a gorgeous person too. But no helmet? Not judging just curious why not

[@giantcheerio]

Hey there :) you're not the only one asking about the helmet. All I can say is that I chose to wear my helmet on busy roads but i just dont feel comfortable wearing it all day long every singke day. It's sweaty and my head starts itching. So I take it off on bike lanes and quite areas

[@isis6790]

What app are you using to know the route by bicycle?

[@giantcheerio]

Komoot:)

[@Bikepacking]

Do a gear list video cheers

[@giantcheerio]

I did 2 gear list videos but I already changed my whole set up. New gear video is the making !!

[@booiscycling]

My question would be how do you do to not be scared camping alone? I'm always terrified of animals and more recently people got into my head that I could have my stuff stolen even if that was not a thing I would not be scared about.

[@BeddLstudios]

I sometimes have the same issue. Try to camp near your home first. I think it‘s about experience. The more you camp the safer you will feel.

[@austinrussell32044]

I used to fear the same things when I first started solo bikepacking but I've had nothing but good experiences. I lock my bike to my hammock straps at night so I can feel if someone is trying to steal my bike (locking it against a tree will also work). I also sleep with all of my valuable items and an emergency bottle of pepper spray. Clean up all food and food packaging so you don't attract animals and be sure not to keep any food in your tent or hammock. Try to camp away from roads or trails where people may pass by in the night. I know it's different between men and women but these are things that have helped me!

[@giantcheerio]

ooh I am scared from time to time. Especially when I hear nature sounds around my tent at night. But I always tell myself that I am in the middle of nowhere and well hidden. Also most of the time I am soooo tired that I just can't help it and fall asleep real quick.

[@marcelomassarella1]

👏👏👏👏👏

[@vasvasile2900]

Hello,Nice travel,You bike travel Alone ?

[@giantcheerio]

Most if the time yes :)

[@vasvasile2900]

Very nice

[@binoysn594]

Most welcome to India. I will treat you

[@SandeepSingh-rz6qs]

What u did to avoid mosquitos

[@lonsilogbautista6657]

Hi from philippines!!!

[@giantcheerio]

Hello!

[@marksadventures3889]

Hi just caught this. So thought I'd subscribe

[@giantcheerio]

:)

[@polarlemon5604]

Which tent do you use :)

[@giantcheerio]

I was using a nature hike one man tent but I am searching for a freestanding two men tent right now:)

[@patriklundgren6393]

Hello sunshine.. 🎉

[@abidRehmani313]

very nice 🌹🌹🌹

[@BisnesPyry]

What's with riding without helmet?

[@giantcheerio]

I am wearing a helmet on busy roads. When I'm cycling in rural areas I mostly take it off. That's my choice and my solution to not wear a helmet 24/ 7

[@gilbertrelosa2646]

Would u mind bikepacking my recipe its called Dinakdakan it can be on to rice or loaf bread or simle pasta

[@SimonCher]

I think this is more #biketouring no? Bikepacking typically involves some off-road, rugged biking. Your setup looks like you stay on smooth surfaces and focus more on the travel part than on the biking part. What do you think about that?

[@giantcheerio]

I think that's not a question worth thinking about. Bikepacking/ biketouring / whatever. The important thing is to get on the bike and keep on pedaling

[@eg348]

@giantcheerio Lol your response made me laugh 😂👍💪🙌🌺🌺🌺

[@SimonCher]

@@giantcheerio It IS worth thinking about for the people who are interested in bikepacking and not biketouring, who don't want to see results that are irrelevant to them. Like tour de france racing results when I'm looking for dirt bike videos. It's not whatever...

[@patriklundgren6393]

Hello cherrio long time no seen. Best regards

[@punjabseth260]

👌🏻👍👌

[@Chef-Andre]

Greetings from the tour de france to SOS Childrenvillage Tunesien 🇹🇳

[@meherbabagodinhumanform9414]

😍😍❤❤🥰🥰

[@emmakimble8946]

How do u keep ur bike safe.

[@giantcheerio]

I lock it :) and in the middle of nowhere im not afraid of my disappearing

[@emmakimble8946]

@@giantcheerio that ok I’ve never do this I all way walking 🚶‍♀️ which a backpack 🎒 so thank u 🙏 for the info

[@patriklundgren6393]

Hello question how many km in one day do you?

[@giantcheerio]

It depends on where I am, how i feel and the elevation meters. Sometimes I do 100 and sometimes only 20 :)

[@Chicago_Bikepacker]

Come here to the state’s and ride with me! We can ride Coast to coast all on my dime.

[@mauriciotorres6285]

O my God, allday long in the forest, with you? O my God.

[@iamamalnadh4959]

Greetings from india ❤

[@wohlhabendermanager]

Is that a German accent I hear? Greetings from Hamburg, keep on rolling! :D

[@giantcheerio]

Yeeees Denglisch! Grüße gehen raus nach Hamburg!

[@JHoo02]

Would be great routine to use helmet when riding bikes.

[@giantcheerio]

I'm glad that I can decide my own when to use a helmet. I do use it while cycling on busy roads.

[@JHoo02]

@@giantcheerio I'm glad people have their own decisions. Sometimes really bad ones tho.. I hope you dont need to learn it the hard way. Accidents happens.

[@The-GreenHornet]

@@JHoo02 stop being a Karen.

[@lauiman]

Without helmet ? Next bikepacking video !

[@giantcheerio]

Yep I don't wear a helmet 24/7

[@TheLinessCompany]

Are you wildcamping?

[@giantcheerio]

80% of the time

[@IsmailK.S-x6h]

👍👍🇮🇳🇮🇳❤❤IND

[@user-ziad999]

hi dear,you are from Allemagne ؟

[@binoysn594]

I live in Kerala, India

[@franciscomecking8766]

🌻🌈🥂❤ Como sempre um lindo vídeo.

[@richardlauron6379]

Can I ride with you? 😅

[@giantcheerio]

Sure!

[@vicmiera3277]

PLEASE wear your helmet ALL the time, I have a friend who didn't always wear a helmet, the time he needed to wear it he didn't. He has brain damage...especially since you are filming while riding, be safe! Cheers.

[@kgilliagorilla2761]

Sorry about your friend. I had a fall going normal bike path speed, and cracked my helmet. Broken collar bone, scrapes etc. The doc said my helmet really saved my ass. I agree but until you crash, it’s hard to understand. Cheers from Chicago!

[@gonperes]

Stop talking about helmets. This is not bike racing. I know a man who had 2 car crashes. On both his head was the most severely injured body part, even though both cars had all safety features. Coma for 5 days on the 1st crash and death from head injury on the second crash. If all car drivers wore integral helmets similar to Formula 1, I am sure this man would be alive. So unless you want people and all passengers on cars to wear Formula 1 helmets, stop imposing them. Just mind your own business and let people be free and happy. Non sporting cycling is a safe activity. Driving a car and crashing at 50 km/h or more, is not.

[@giantcheerio]

I don't wear a helmet 24/7. It's important to save the head but when I cycle almost all day long I don't wear it on bike lanes and euro vélos. That's my choice and that is how I handle the helmet thing

[@dooley-ch]

@@gonperes Your right it’s not racing and I’m guessing my neighbor was in the state of mind when she popped out to shops one morning about five years ago. She died within five meters of her garden gate! She cracked her skull on the kerb when she came off her bike without a helmet. Stop telling people to be dumb about safety like yourself!

[@pitiflauticus]

Came here to say the same thing. A friend of mine had a crash and he is still with us only because of his helmet. There is really no reason to risk not having it on, considering how little of an inconvenience it is. Even if it's not a matter of life or death could prevent major injuries. A channel dedicated to bikepacking should promote safe riding at all times

[@borislaspider5738]

no helmet?