1 Month Cycling the Pacific Coast Highway in Winter // 8

After a brief but intense encounter with winter in Canada in the last episode, we were very relieved to reach the coast and its milder temperatures. We decided the Pacific Coast Highway would be our best bet to avoid the harsh winter conditions further inland, and it definitely didn't disappoint. We had our fair share of rain, but we were happy to take that over the snow and ice, and it was so nice to be back out in temperatures comfortable enough to wild camp in again!
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In July 2022, we set off from the very top of Alaska on our bicycles, with the aim of spending the next few years cycling all the way down to the southern tip of Argentina - the entire length of the Americas. We are definitely not in any rush, and often opt to take the scenic, more remote routes where possible. Neither of us are cycle touring or bikepacking experts, but we are figuring all of that stuff out as we go. If you would like to follow along, please consider subscribing!
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Music in this video
0.00 - 0.05 Greg and Victoria Theme - @TomRosenthal1
0.05 - 0.45 retrospect - ILIVEHERE
0.45 - 1.04 Half Close Your Eyes - Joya
1.10 - 1.42 Petrichor (instrumental) - Longlake
1.54 - 2.53 Storm in the Barrens - Memory Palace
2.55 - 3.55 Like Roots Of Wheat Growing (instrumental) - How Great Were The Robins
3.55 - 5.04 Who You Are (instrumental) - Jonny Southard
5.30 - 7.22 Marionette (intrumental) - How Great Were The Robins
7.22 - 7.55 Uncharted - Analog Heart
7.55 - 8.38 I Still Love You (instrumental) - Gungor
8.59 - 9.20 I’m Me (instrumental) - Gungor
9.23 - 11.13 As Luck Would Have It - @TomRosenthal1
11.13 - 12.28 15 - Carrousel
12.37 - 14.12 I Happened To Be Standing - Joya
#CyclingToArgentina

[@GregMcCahon]

Hi again! Hope you enjoy this rainy episode of our time riding down the pacific coast. Just a heads up, it’ll probably be another little while before the next episode as we have lots of riding to do to get out of the USA before our visa’s expire (current posting this a couple of days from the grand canyon) Thank you for your patience! We will be taking a short break over the hottest summer months in mexico so I will have lots of time to edit and get back up to date :)

[@cIeetz]

dang so more than a month? -_- nooooo

[@Nooticus]

you two are both legends. your trip and connection is beautiful!

[@dougmckinney7575]

If you need a place to crash for a few days in the Phoenix area, hit me up. I have a home in Scottsdale and have hosted many cyclists over the past few years. And how do you like the Rohloff hub vs Derailleurs ? I love Tunbleweeds bikes and have thought about buying the Prospector myself.

[@tommasters4748]

Great job with the music selection and placement. You're really good at that. Truly, the video editing is superb.

[@GregMcCahon]

Thanks so much Tom! It seems like most of my time spent editing is just endlessly sifting through music trying to find the right tracks to suit the right parts/feelings - so that is really nice to hear!

[@vocalimpactplays217]

@@GregMcCahon As someone who works in video production as a day job...the struggle to find the right track is very real haha. Loving the series so far!

[@gabi1342ful]

I 100% agree with Tom - your music selection is awesome and I really like the tracks you've chosen.

[@celinapalfrey6001]

I’m a photographer and editor, and I highly agree with this comment!

[@keithharrod8330]

We just spent a couple days with Greg and Victoria at the Grand Canyon, and what delightful people they are and totally genuine and exactly what you see in the videos, Victoria is always smiling and giggling, adorable, Greg a total straight shooter and Gentleman, we were very impressed by both of them. Happy to continue sponsoring, Keith and Rene,

[@nicholasrubianes5368]

Straight shooter? Please explain

[@keithharrod8330]

says what he means, means what he says@@nicholasrubianes5368

[@MechakittenX]

@@nicholasrubianes5368 For a person to be a "straight shooter" means to be straightforward, honest, and upfront with the truth and/or how they feel, what they want, or what they expect.

[@erhan6095]

Thanks to beautiful people like you who open their doors. There is a saying in my country, The world is turning because of the good people.

[@Jarmungus]

I’m so invested in your journey. It has given me a calming thing to watch during hard personal times. A way to dream a bit and not think about present day. I love the humanity and personality that is displayed throughout the video’s and i often rewatch them. Much love!

[@thomasdecarlo8543]

So Canadians are great …. but NW Americans are pretty damn great also …. This warms my heart that there is hope …. I backpacked Europe twice(Italy, Greece, Turkey), 6 months each time (30 years ago) and found the same incredible kindness and hospitality every time …..

[@thomasdecarlo8543]

@@Zayn-cd1mu I am not the servant of any so called non-existent god or any messenger of such god I do not believe in and I sure as shit do not a servant (a devoted and helpful follower or supporter) of such a zealot religion that cannot and does not respect the different beliefs of others. I am a servant only to myself and believe in what goes around comes around, or what you sew is what you reap (do unto others as you would have them do unto you) or to put it in real simple words ..l be kind and respectful…

[@jannes3290]

Crazy that it was only her first flat after all these km's! Never seen someone so happy after having a flat tire.

[@marcspurgin6144]

Thanks so much guys I think your attitude to travel is just truly amazing. I've 63 and tomorrow I head to Japan for a month doing what you're doing. I had apprehension until I woke up this morning and found you guys on KZbin. I'm truly look forward to getting out there now. THANKS HEAPS to you both. Your so impressive. Cheers Marc Spurgin Adelaide Australia

[@GregMcCahon]

that is so awesome to hear! Have an amazing trip Marc!

[@sebastianmoreoferrall9949]

Thanks for the serotonin boost. Glad you two were safe with that car going off!

[@CS-fb3ss]

These videos makes me smile everytime. Cheers guys, I really value these 15-20 minutes of bliss.

[@tomfoster29]

Breathtaking views! This is the best series on KZbin hands down

[@MarkInArizona]

More amazing kindness of strangers -- yeah! I've ridden the same section of the coast in August 2002, October 2011 (really wet!) and in June 2021. Lots of memories came back to meet with the flashes of scenic video you have along the route -- thank you.

[@willbryant3102]

You guys are incredible! What an adventure you're having, thank you for documenting your travels.

[@mariocouture1596]

So beautiful and resilient. So heartwarming to see that kindness still exists from pure strangers. What a beautiful but tough expedition you guys are on. You guys rock!👏🙏

[@_mr_ruff]

i just came across your videos and started watching by episode 1. Now i'm here. I had tears in my eyes, laughed and was stunned about the impressions and situations. It's so rare to find something real nowadays. Love your videos!

[@veronika6879]

You have no idea how much I love your vlogs - it's the first thing I look for when I open yt! I've been getting treatment for a knee injury and since I cannot bike for now - they're even more precious now. Thank you for making them!

[@Valdo8812]

damn what a lucky guy! He got the lake for himself in that board 2:51

[@tommasters4748]

Been wondering about you two. Glad to see your progress and resiliency! Lovvvve the series you're both putting together. Please keep it up.

[@jobje325]

Aside from the adventure itself which is amazing to follow, the editing and music on these videos are absolutely wonderful

[@charlo8664]

Riding at night, wet,and windy, is dangerous. Glad everything turned out alright for you guys.

[@demontrav1918]

Some of my best childhood memories are from crabbing in Westport. That part made me tear up a bit! So glad you guys got to enjoy my home state ❤

[@rinrat6754]

You show such a wonderful mix of adventure and engagement with fascinating people.

[@pandrew3146]

It is so inspiring wat hing your adventures and to realise how there are so many good people in life. Thanks for sharing 👍 😊All the very best to you both. You have such a respectful relationship it is lovely to see.😊

[@karlahart_AK]

Happy riding. Great video. Fun to see a mention of my friends, and yours, and so many cyclists, Janet and Robert! Still trail angels!

[@agusdiaz9557]

Cada vez que veo sus videos, me emociono, ver como van avanzando en esta aventura. Es increíble como para cada problema, viene consigo su solución, y por mas que llueve, nevé, haga frio o lo que sea, el mundo esta lleno de personas buenas, dispuestas a darte una mano, y este video es una prueba de ello. Buen viaje chicos!!!

[@PeterSdrolias]

The scenery is so beautiful it makes me want to cry.

[@bertski60]

love this channel and this episode so thanks a lot and good luck.

[@OwenGalaxy]

these videos make me so happy

[@alisonlynch4198]

The photography is amazing and also Victoria

[@xiomaraperea1083]

I really enjoy the video! 👍🏽 You both are brave and adventurous! Be safe! I pray God to protect you both on the road trip 🚴🏼 🚴🏽‍♀️

[@gaby8772]

So beautiful. Thakns for share the expierence whit us.

[@iza9507]

Happy to see this series continuing 🎉

[@m__r1100]

Still enjoying following your journey. You guys are so positive. Thank you!

[@maurofrt2518]

Veramente un video fatto bene la scelta della perfetta complimenti e tantissimi auguri dall'Italia vi seguiamo con interesse ed affetto

[@whty]

When I see the magnificent scene of the Pacific Ocean, I really want to cry

[@kenprice1047]

Nice work you two.

[@TymanBert]

Great editing Greg! Keep up the great content and can’t wait for the next one :) Hello from Arizona!

[@MattHillinspire]

Hello and welcome to BC to you both - cycling to Argentina sUUper stars Greg and Victoria! My name is Matt and I've been watching your cycling adventures for a couple of months. I see you two were going right past my side of the planet...Vancouver. I am so sorry to have missed riding a few K's showing you around my city and my best bud's town, Cultas Lake, just before that. Congrats and well done on all the K's you've covered! The California coast is magic magic magic!! So glad to see in this video you're on the 101 :) I had the privilege to run the coast as we finished a loop of North America a few years back...continued smooth roads and happy travels to you both!!! I'll keep watching and cheering you both on too!!!!

[@juanca5260]

Hola hace poco encontre su canal, me encanto hermosos pasajes tienen alla. Saludos desde comodoro rivadavia (patagonia Argentina)

[@jonap5740]

I think this is the most beautiful scenery, despite the rain. And you met some lovely folks.

[@Lawnboy306]

Glad Victoria powered through her crash and whoa ! extra glad you did not get any closer to that car crash guys! Great Vid as usual Greg! Ride on Ride On!

[@Velo_Safari]

That was a relaxing watch. Good to see you update again.

[@keithh3463]

Thanks for a great video! 101 crazy

[@maliksince1973]

Tough and amazing ride & camping in rain. best wishes for both of you.

[@angelicalopez7944]

Kind of binge watch all the episodes😊. Will be anticipating for the next one! Safe journey and thanks for sharing with us!

[@audio.paisajes]

Enjoy every minute! Don't hurry! Abrazo desde Argentina!

[@walterzikalala]

I like your spirit, always jovial and complement each other very well. You make such a great couple. All the best with the remaining part of your wonderful journey!!!

[@poponsegura]

Gracias por compartir os sigo desde españa saludos

[@gabi1342ful]

Thanks a lot for the awesome videos, for filming and editing and all your work. I love following your adventures. Happy and safe travels to both of you!😊

[@tj.farmer3905]

what a tough girl you are cry a little and get on your bike and keep going 👍👍👍👍 you guys are amazing❤🇳🇴❤️

[@johnsmith-ke2sr]

Hi Greg, That is exactly the sort of bike endorsement I was looking for as I'm contemplating purchasing a Tumbleweed Prospector for a hoped for Baja Divide ride in a years time. Although it's a little daunting buying such a bike remotely from the UK when you have never ridden one or even seen one in the flesh so to speak. So Good to hear your comments. Thank you and good luck to you both.

[@GregMcCahon]

It would be the perfect baja divide companion! I rode the baja divide last year on my prospector and it was my first proper bikepacking route. Its such a stunning place & route - the wild camping is world class!

[@crash936]

U guys are so fun to watch

[@johnsmith-ke2sr]

Hi Greg, Many thanks and good luck to you both.

[@undercookedbeans4870]

He’s back! Hope you both are enjoying the trip

[@GregMcCahon]

very much so!

[@alexandral6273]

Thank you for sharing your INCREDIBLE adventure ! I hope you are having a great day. 💖

[@harveythepooka]

You've reminded us all that yes, Washington state and Oregon are in a temperate rainforest.

[@davidkuhns8389]

I've missed your videos. Really looking forward to your move inland.

[@MechakittenX]

Great video! What a fantastic adventure!

[@gesabimuller4592]

Love it!

[@ml_1887]

Always happy to see a new video here! Your way of editing, the music, everything is so wonderful, keep it up! :)

[@GregMcCahon]

Thank you!

[@nealhooker]

Thank you, an inspiring and beautiful video

[@teeeC]

I've been waiting lol. Beautiful journey. Much love From South Africa 🇿🇦 🇿🇦 🇿🇦

[@victorgomez9583]

Well worth the wait. 👍🏻

[@sarahjrgensen7577]

Im glad you Are safe and sound - God Bless you and keep you safe further on 🙏

[@lourdesmartin3]

Son una gran motivación!!! lxs esperamos en Argentina!!!

[@emilyboulter5978]

I’m glad you liked Victoria! It’s weird for us to have snow but I guess you were here the two weeks a year we have it

[@digitalheatmap]

the most relaxing & inspiring bike touring videos out there!

[@Miekzz]

Another fantastic episode. All the best on the next part of the journey!!

[@ericdanielson4177]

I can't blame you for not filming on the Megler Bridge over the Columbia River. That is one scary (and steep) section to ride.

[@rik_viking6785]

Thanks again for a great and inspiring episode! Safe adventures!

[@zechariahlapier6836]

Been loving this series so far. This one hit especially close to home..literally! Haha as a lifelong Pacific Northwester, it was cool recognizing all the spots y’all passed through along the Washington and Oregon coast. Also..yea, as gorgeous as highway 101 is, biking it seems pretty sketch 😅

[@struanmills5710]

Hi Greg and Victoria. Thanks for sharing your videos. I'm really enjoying them as it brings back so many good memories of a cycle trip that done a few years back now. I cycled from Anchorage to San Francisco, although I detoured up the Dempster Highway to Tuktoyaktuk, took a ferry down to Vancouver Island from Skagway. So missed cycling most of BC. Still your route and the way you two are riding it brings me so much joy while I watch them from my home in Scotland. Wishing you both all the very best for the rest of your journey (I wished I could've carried onto Ushuaia) and look forward to following your adventure.

[@vincentb893]

I cycled hwy 101 in Oregon, wasn’t very enjoyable for me, I got yelled at several times a day to “stay off this road” and some other mean things said too . I even had a waitress tell me to my face “ we don’t like cyclists here” . So I promised her I would tell everyone I knew how she felt about us.

[@edithl2858]

Lindo recorrido 10/10❤❤❤❤❤

[@krison0225]

I was just thinking about you two yesterday, that you didn't upload for a while. I'm glad to see a new video! Be safe! 😊

[@stevenbuker7509]

These are so good I truly feel like I’m there!

[@EmperorLaboosh]

Awesome video as always you two! If you ever make it out to Montevideo Uruguay and need a place to stay, you’ve got one😊

[@naridonn1195]

Oh so glad to see you guys again. Been checking up for the next instalment of your amazing journey. Loved it guys. Cheers from South Australia 🌏🦘

[@HemPat56]

Thanks!

[@GregMcCahon]

Thanks so much Hemant!

[@c0untert0p]

12:11 I know that bridge!! That's in Newport! It makes me really happy seeing familiar territory on such a large scale adventure like yours. You got this!

[@arcoulant87]

Chapeau great video ,yes the 101 sucks rode a bit of it on my Trans-Am ride.

[@AlpineShenanigans]

Just killing it episode after episode Greg! Feels redundant even commenting this. Love following your journey.

[@GregMcCahon]

Thank you!

[@Nooticus]

Just so stunning… I’d love soo much to visit the Olympic National Park one day. It truly looks magical!

[@beatrizcarballo8604]

Amo cada uno de sus videos ❤🌟

[@ianstewart8301]

So happy to see an update! If I still lived in California, I’d offer a place to stay.

[@sudirmannico5729]

Good vidio👍🙏🤝

[@Kaesonsu]

Welcome back greg!

[@GregMcCahon]

thanks!

[@Seventhstream211]

sending love your way! Stay safe!

[@marcodeijmann5064]

Very nice! Really enjoying your videos 😃👍

[@terryledezma3562]

VICTORIA !!! ERES BIEN BONITA !! FELICIDADES!!

[@yushuf5827]

u guys make my day thank u ❤️

[@OmarDziri]

very brave!

[@antoniovillanueva1977]

Dios los bendiga amigos bendiciones desde ojos frío Tony bendiciones

[@davidicard]

Hola victoria me alegro mucho por tus vídeos y que te guste argentina 🇦🇷 soy de mendoza - gran abrazo

[@mhernandez4576]

@3:51 "Take my picture NOW". 😅 Linda!

[@martadiaz6293]

Hermoso video , como siempre, muy cortos te quedas con ganas de más, saludos des de e Uruguay, buen viaje !!!😊

[@MrSpruce]

I've loved this series since I found it shortly after the first episode was released. Feels so very genuine and fresh, but a particular favourite is any scene with the number plates visible. As a brit our plates would only have significance if you were in another european country. Puts into perspective how big the Americas are, and how tiny my little island home is. Adore the idea, and they'll only carry more meaning the further you guys go ^-^

[@Valdo8812]

Estos videos son espectaculares!! Cada ves se pone mejor la ruta, las vista son increíbles y los vibes están a otro nivel. Les deseo lo mejor de el mundo a los dos. Están bien locos 😂😂😂 mis pompas no me dan para tanto😂 😢

[@ruben6991]

Me gustaría mucho verlos en Córdoba Argentina y ayudarlos en todo!!! Saludos!!

[@reidflemingworldstoughestm1394]

That is living.

[@chadcountiss5290]

You definitely got the Oregon experience! Central Oregon is generally much drier but this time of year and especially this year you would have been riding and camping in the same the whole time