How I Solo Bikepacked in Scandinavia & You Can Too

[@EverythingsBeenDone]

How many minutes did I save brushing on the goooooo?

[@bill6040]

A good 6 minutes is my guess.

[@comounaverdura]

You really did save time brushing your teeth on the bike. I'm going to do that too.

[@vosk...]

All of them.

[@sandrochiavaro7831]

So many minutes!!!

[@ykseattle]

You have the best dental hygiene of any cyclist on the planet! I would say that in 48 hours you saved anywhere from 8 minutes, if you brush twice a day, but you seem like a three times a day kind a guy, so I would say 12 minutes.

[@Middleagedwhiteguy]

RIP Winston. The Goodest of Good Boys. Still loving the channel. Keep up the great work.

[@charlcoetzee93]

FYI, at the junction where you said the car would have hit you, you were obligated to yield to them. Those triangles painted on the road indicate who has to yield

[@workshopninjathe1st]

Yup, that’s what I came here to say…

[@SoftTofu123]

I wish Dustin would read this comment and make a note, just so everyone would know what the rule is

[@douglasrobson4624]

Local traffic laws 101!

[@plain-bagel]

@@douglasrobson4624 It's the same in the US...

[@MrThejunkman]

@@SoftTofu123 I get what you are saying, but it is the responsibility of someone travelling in the country to know the laws of the road if they are going to use the roads. It isn't the KZbinr's job to explain them to you or make sure you understand in the comments

[@Aldrichjgv]

Sorry for your loss Dustin, long live Winston!! ❤️‍🔥

[@matthewhall554]

So sorry to hear about Winston, I loved having him pop up in all your older videos!

[@joeinglesfield]

Winston, thank you for being part of the ride

[@jespernohr]

Regarding the plastic bottle cap, then it is a EU law to prevent it getting dumped in nature. If you noticed then some of our cans and bottles also have a value attach to them. So you get money back when returning them for recycling.

[@beefkd]

which is one of countless stupid things this illegitimate parliament came up with, it's super annoying and always a reason for me to cut it off, well done EU

[@jespernohr]

@@beefkd didn't really think it was needed here in Denmark, but even so, if it means less potential plastic in nature, then I can live it. Doesn't make my life worse, so the potential upsides could be worth it.

[@darcar34]

RIP Winston. Sorry for your loss. Awesome ride.

[@ferdinandmelchor4242]

Sorry for your lost Dustin. RIP Winston 🙏 . this is an amazing trip, what a beautiful country to cycle.

[@ryanfox2488]

Amazing trip! And sorry for your loss. RIP Winston.

[@DanielMartinez-tw1er]

As an American living in Malmö, I truly love the bike highways around Skåne. Good on you to make the trip in 2 days man! I did the trip from Malmö to GBG but did 3 days instead to enjoy the view and stop by a sauna.

[@PaulBeiser]

All I can say.. WOW! Thanks so much. Incredible content variety, I never expected this - so cool. Take care, DK (and yes, this is the Greatest Place on the Internet!)

[@EverythingsBeenDone]

Paul You always stoke me out with your positive and generous comments. I appreciate you bud.

[@PaulBeiser]

@@EverythingsBeenDone So sorry to hear about Winston, 😢, my heart goes out to you and your wife.

[@jonamcc]

I did a very similar trip in 2018! Started in Copenhagen, bike-toured and camped my way up to Gothenburg, across the Stenaline back into Denmark and down to Aarhus. I was getting bored of riding solo at that point and took the train back to Copenhagen a day early. I used Komoot but I didn't have any sort of GPS head unit so I tried using audio cues, which sucked. And i was getting annoyed with all the detours onto weird townie bike paths, so I quit it and just took main roads, which also kinda sucked but got me where I was going faster. Your route looked way more fun! Similarly I got a tattoo on my trip, except at the beginning, from Jonas at Crooked Moon in Malmo! I don't necessarily recommend getting a tattoo before 4 days of bike touring, but it was a right place right time kinda thing.

[@hoser7706]

Awww, RIP Winston. They only break your heart when theirs stops beating. ❤. Nice trip on a cool bike. Those pathways are catalyst enough fir me…

[@pault477]

Well done ! Every city / county / state planner should see this .

[@EricStorms]

The integrated cables being an impediment to breaking down a bike for travel was interesting and honestly something I wouldn’t have even thought about! Got my money’s worth for this week! 😂 Also, been using and really liking Komoot since the episode you did on it, so that week was worth it too!!!

[@EverythingsBeenDone]

It’s funny you should mention it. I had no clue how frustrating internal cable routing is. It also makes it really difficult to swap bars basic things become monumental tasks now that this new trend of shoving all the cables inside the bikes are becoming more and more prevalent.

[@dannyzuehlsdorf3697]

Aw jeez.....Winston was a warrior. I guess the W at the top of the new tattoo is for HIM. We had an amazing yellow lab and When he dog died I donated some money in his name to a Lab Rescue. It made me feel a bit better.

[@richycoles]

Great work man. Sorry to about your loss. I know how much those little guys mean. Keep up the good vibes

[@derekkeith108]

So sorry for your loss. As always, best cycling content on the interwebs, keep it up Dustin.

[@tobiasbodeker915]

RIP Winston. I will miss you in Dustin’s videos.

[@flamencoguru]

Sorry to hear about Winston... He was. a cute little guy. RIP. I hope you and your wife are well. Peace. I also enjoyed your video very much. Thanks for the great content.

[@macs2015]

Oh no Winston! As a Dog owner/lover I know how it hurts to lose a dog. I’m glad I got to see him in your vid’s from time to time. I’m sure he had a great life.

[@MurderThatSound81]

RIP Winston We will never forget him!! Appreciate the content brother 🤘

[@flobee222]

oh! Winston! Sorry to hear you have crossed the rainbow bridge...thank you for being the cutest lil' bud on the interwebs. Love the memorial tattoo...totally worth the ride.

[@garythelandscaper8585]

My catalyst is my commitment to keeping my heart healthy after surviving heart failure and thankfully avoiding the transplant I was being prepped for. Since then, my heart has fully recovered, and now I’m stepping outside of my comfort zone by taking on personal physical challenges, both for adventure and for my heart health.

[@icarogoes1275]

RIP Sr. Winston Klum. The video where you ride with him its so cute.

[@deanpett]

It’s no small thing to lose a doggo 💔 RIP Winston.

[@wcedros3991]

So sorry for your loss, Dustin. RIP Winston

[@BubbleGum-s5c]

Dustin, Our hearts beat for you with the loss of Winston. Our pets, In our hearts and never forgotten.

[@crazypaulinquebec]

Amusing, as usual! Thanks DK! Sorry to hear about Winston - these wonderful little beings we choose to share our lives with...

[@davidbianic4350]

Safe travels Winston, where ever it may be. Love from France

[@tonyroma9305]

I'm so sorry for your loss. Winston, rip.

[@burntlands]

Great adventure DK, and also rest in peace Winston you wee furry legend.

[@scotti_wan_kenobi]

Sorry for your loss, Dustin. Sending my condolences and a hug to you and your wife. RIP Winston. 😢

[@chrisdistefano198]

I got 4th in the 1972 Tour de Skuggenlaggen. What I would've given back then for that square rear tire of yours; I would've gotten a podium. Rad trip, great report as always. Tailwinds into the universe, Winston, and much love to your people here with us.

[@helgarivers6281]

RIP Winston . Player was a player❤

[@KongKyrre]

Nice video! FYI: tap water in Scandinavia is exceptional quality. It’s better than most bottled water, so don’t worry about using it for drinking purposes. Sorry about your dog, BTW.

[@scottamy404]

So very sorry to see that we have lost Winston. He was a great dog.

[@wkay62]

I thought I was a failure at some aspects of bike packing.i recently did a five day one using Garmin as my gps guide but going into a big city I got totally lost.confused.bewildered..i switched to Google maps on my phone and so easy to get out..I really thought it was just me..but such a relief that someone else has figured out it's the way to go in cities...love your easy to watch unboring videos ❤

[@EverythingsBeenDone]

This makes my day! Much respect.

[@jpspider]

First of all, sorry for your loss! RiP Winston. Second, this was one of my favourite videos and follow you for years. Made me think why I don't adventure more!

[@tony_goodwin]

What an amazing adventure and tattoo. Rest In Peace Winston 😢

[@JordanBuzzy]

Polartech alpha is a game changer- I'm a bike tour guide and used one the last two seasons summer- fall. great morning layer that fits in the frame bag real easy. Just wish it didn't shed micro-plastics all over

[@brian90tb]

Loving the content and seeing all the random little details you find on every adventure.

[@EverythingsBeenDone]

I appreciate you noticing all those little bits I put in there!

[@rasmusredfire2667]

welcome and goodbye from Scandinavia and Im pretty sure Winston had a good time on planet earth with you and the wife.....happy trails from Denmark

[@Ben_Eagle]

Such a rad looking trip! Come to London next time. RIP to the channel's double OG, Winston

[@VinnieCeeCycling]

The towels and bedsheets situation in airbnb's is absolutely a mindfck in scandinavia, it got me too the first time.

[@jimmccorison]

Is that a normal thing there? What are the options as a bike traveler?

[@VinnieCeeCycling]

@@jimmccorison I wasn't travelling by bike when I went there so I wouldn't be able to answer that question unfortunately. I just ended up paying extra for bedding.

[@jimmccorison]

@@VinnieCeeCycling It's good that you can arrange to have towels and bedding. Is that normally clear when you book the room, or do you have to know in advance to ask for it?

[@K9Manhunters]

Sorry for the loss of Winston😢 Great tattoo!

[@DavidtheDoom]

I hope you enjoyed your stay in Gothenburg. Gothenburg - Helsingborg is the "Kattegattleden" (Kattegat route) which is a continuous (save for roadworks) bike path/route. Although it is a bit lacking inside some of the cities, for a road cyclist.

[@TheDonaldG]

Awww man such a rad adventure & so sorry for your loss of Winston. My girl passed earlier this year after about as many years. ❤️

[@octodadmtbmartyrichards2862]

Love the romantic 💕 handholding riders 😂 and tractor 🚜

[@PumpkinVillage]

Sorry about Winston. What a nice ride and another well done video. I would of rode with it. Nice looking tattoo. Thanks for the video and take care, Al

[@MrQuestful]

I’m pleased seeing the break-away getting good use! I just bought myself an Outback Break-away a few weeks back, still waiting on parts to get it built up, but it’s nice to be reminded of its travel capacity :)

[@Johnnytotal]

Being from Sweden, we don’t really like the new plastic caps. But it’s for the better good. 10 years ago 2 guys from the Netherlands 🇳🇱 did that trip, but on skateboards. They crossed Sweden over to Stockholm , where they did some laundry at my place and took the ferry over to Finland 🇫🇮

[@JensEskildsen]

Wow, what a trip

[@AlFrEDo-EllIs]

A bike like the Break-Away that took me all over the world would be priceless. It would have such high sentimental value. I'd never sell it.

[@shaneparry4066]

Sorry to hear about Winston. I loved his cameos. Heartbreaking😢

[@twentytwentycoffee]

Next time you should do the west coast of Denmark! Incredible nature, awesome gravel roads cutting through the wild dunes and unlimited coffee on us! 💙

[@BigMatt120693]

Oh Dustin man! I’m so sorry for your loss, valé Winston 😢❤

[@ilyaw.3081]

Sorry about Winston! Big loss to the family! Epic trip!

[@JamieoftheNorth]

Sorry about your dog. Always tough. Cool trip, thanks for sharing.

[@SirRidealotter]

Nice to see that you enjoyed my country and the roads where I ride every week! That last stop, where you got the tattoo is probably 200m from where I live. Next time you’re in the area, give me a shout! 😊

[@JosephREkins]

Oh no sorry about Winston. What a lovely little dog

[@Dibble.officer]

We loved seeing Winston's cameo appearances. What a cute adorable wee man. Condolences DK..x

[@billincolumbia]

So sorry about Winston. He was such a sweetie.

[@djlymburn]

Great content as always, DK! Love the positive vibes regardless of situation! Thanks for your stoke!

[@olebockholt439]

Sorry for your loss, but welcome to my country 😉

[@_MattyG_]

WINSTON!!!! Nooooo. I lost my lab this year, he was also 14. So brutal. Sorry for your loss. It’s the worst 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭🥹

[@diedrino]

Love for Winston ♥️

[@robinborjesson7145]

Hey Dustin. Been looking forward for this one. Since I live in Varberg, used to live in Gothenburg and Helsingborg. You pretty much rode my backyard 🫶 I also used to get my tattoos at Kosmos. 🤯

[@EverythingsBeenDone]

Damn this is a terrific small world moment. You live and have lived in some very cool spots!

[@Serewrangler]

Love it, RIP Winston. I have a dream to cycle a ton of countries, japan/denmark/sweden/switz/etc. Haven't had the time to do it with children but you can bet your ass at 50 I'm selling my house and hitting the road :). Keep it up man, love your videos. Just got a new titanium gravel bike and have been under-biking my ass off :)

[@johnbodenchuk514]

Winston will be missed. 🐾❤️🐾

[@mvargashi1]

DEP Winston boy! Que buen viaje Dustin ! Pura vida 🐢💨

[@rug212]

Rest in peace Winston ❤️

[@Hathasolar1]

NOOOOOO not Winston! Sorry for your loss. Great Vid!

[@milanb.6022]

Welcome to Europe Dustin, its great to have you back. Chill forever in peace Winston.

[@heatherwildly]

Rip Winston! 😢 get video as always! 💫

[@Winald]

In Scandinavia there are signs and marks in the road who needs to stop if crossing road or lane. Learn them before, then you won´t be afraid to get hit or not when crossing. Nice vlog! Inspiring!

[@hansstoops]

Hej! Having lived in both Copenhagen (briefly) and Göteborg (a loooong time) I know these roads intimately! And have ridden most of them on my Breakaway of similar vintage. In my Breakaway case though (first gen, maybe they changed this at some point) the rigid plastic panels in the sides are removable allowing the case to break down and roll up just for this use case. Cool video, thanks for sharing. And I hope you enjoyed the Swedish west coast!

[@joeconnell1396]

So sorry about the pup. Great trip.

[@jdswoger7943]

Sorry to hear about your buddy Winston passing 🥺

[@EverythingsBeenDone]

Thanks bud. He was our special little guy!

[@StefanFiebig]

I've done almost the same route (Malmo to Gothenburg) but as 400 miles of gravel. Swedish gravel is premium, you should have tried this! And: RIP Winston ;-(

[@brasstinmancrazy]

Ritchey break-away for the win! P.S. RIP Winston...

[@monguzzle]

Loved seeing this adventure go down…RIP Winston :(

[@Souzaphotos]

Awesome tattoo and trip. Sorry for your loss!!

[@steffenstengardvilladsen3740]

Love the smooth POV footage with the long sleek arms. Looks so smooth

[@ericduncan3864]

So sorry for your loss 😢

[@matserdingud]

6:45 Tap water in most of Sweden and Norway is literally from the same water from lakes that are used in the finest bottled water.

[@BoStark]

Did Gothnburg - Falkenberg this summer, can definitely recognise some places and routes.

[@HarryHarrisonHarrisIII]

I'm traveling to NYC in a week, riding bikes, and getting some new ink from one of my favorite artists. We're twins!

[@arthursmith9281]

Condolences for the loss of Sir Winston Klum. Truly.

[@matthewmartin197]

Re the integrated hoses on the new bike, might be worth looking into the Q-connector from Zeno. Promises tool-free in-line connecting/disconnecting for hydraulic brake lines with no need to bleed for multiple uses.

[@jimmccorison]

I encountered the same problem with internally routed cable while packing my bike before flying with it for the first time. I packed two days before the trip. I know, dumb move. A quick trip to my LBS scored a cardboard bike box, which did the trick for me. Internally routed cables look great and minimize snagging, but they are a maintenance and travel nightmare. Now, to find a shipping case for my bike that doesn't require removing the bars or fork.

[@melparsonsnz]

Seems a few Air BnBs are withholding on basics, it’s a lottery! Packing a silk sleeping bag liner and itty bitty pack towel would be a good backup plan. Sad that Winston has passed. 14 years is good innings and he had the best pawrents.

[@bigmikeapa]

I am sorry about Winston!!😢! Looked like a great trip!

[@eransherman9602]

lol about the Airbnbs in Scandinavia you are expected to bring your own sheets towels… if you don’t have them you ask! US expat living in Sweden!

[@Quickhand]

RIP Winston. Great video btw

[@ubuntuify]

Some local knowledge: At 2:30 you noticed how you tucked away from the main road into this side thing by the tracks. The road cycling community is not a fan of this side road, how narrow it is, the steep up and down crossings, etc... It really kills pace. So most just... keep going on the main road, which is much more scenic, but now sharing the space with cars. So if you happened to wonder why you didn't cross a soul on that particular stretch, that'll be why :D

[@FortheLoveofCycling]

greta vid. I was just in Belgium, Lux and Netherland. bike lanes are premium.

[@cuddlytron]

LOVE your ride & trip videos! This was inspirational and entertaining!

[@chuckrodgers4780]

Great trip DK! Awesome route . Cheers

[@Baltimore012]

Nice video and ride took me back to my young solider days. Also the bike, glasses, and helmet in camouflage are boss! Thanks!