How I travel with my dog while bikepacking around the world. Mira’s dogpacking set-up 🐕🤗💕

[@rumberajana]

Your videos always make me happy. Thank you for sharing how you make this work ❤️

[@harrygrimley4352]

This is very cool. You're relationship with Mira is amazing. She is lucky to have you and you are lucky to have her. Thanks for sharing this with us.

[@OmniTierra]

Ya, she’s the best 🐕🤗💕

[@VWDoug1]

Another great and always informative video. Keep living the DREAM LIFE for all of us who want to and/or trying to get a set up to Bikepack with a dog in future. Look forward to next video and may GOD BLESS you both!Give Mira a hug for me, such a wonderful K9! ✌️&❤️🤙 and no mechanicals!

[@OmniTierra]

Thanks Doug

[@mattsysko636]

Thanks for sharing, John. You have inspired me over the last 2 years to take my dog along on family bike rides. He rides a couple hundred miles a year, although he is only 20lbs, I use a topeak basket that is easy to remove as needed and still have room for panniers below. I have tried a burley dog trailer with my larger dog which works ok but is much harder to manage. Great content and love seeing and hearing your stories!

[@OmniTierra]

Happy you’re getting some value of this Matt. Yeah, the burly dog trailer from what I recall has two wheels. So I’m not surprised it was tough to manage.

[@rabh6746]

Very well explained John, you have such a great setup👍Its always a joy to see you and Mira interact👌

[@Francisco-hx5jt]

One of the life time experience. Living the life, hi Jhon and Mira.

[@jills2157]

Hi John and Mira, good to see you both. A huge hug for Mira😍

[@OmniTierra]

She'll get a special one today 🤗🦮

[@jills2157]

@@OmniTierra ❤

[@aliciavalentyn5889]

Awesome information 🐕🙏

[@OmniTierra]

Glad it was helpful! There is lots more great info on Dogpacking.com

[@oddnoble-y3g]

you guys are amazing!! y'all have inspired Kiki and me to go on our own adventures on the Colorado trail "Denver to Durango" . after my moms death I didn't know what to do, I have no family or any friends not even a place to call home anymore. I was really depressed about everything, and not being able to afford gas money to drive my moms old camper van that Kiki and me live in. thanks to Mira and you we have ben shown the best way to travel and see the country even with as little as we have to live on and work with. may your journeys be safe and your adventures be fun y'all ✌

[@OmniTierra]

Happy that our little videos have been of some help and inspiration. Best of luck on your journey. If you need more dogpacking information check out dogpacking.com/ 🤗💕🐕

[@cashewsr]

John, you inspired me to build a basket on my gravel bike for my 19kg pup. The weight is too far back, so I see why you extended the frame! I will keep trying. Thanks for all your videos, big fan of you both!

[@OmniTierra]

Hey Oliver I would recommend a single wheel trailer like the ones from Farfarer, Bob Yak or the Burly Coho. In that order of recommendation.

[@mlee6050]

​@@OmniTierra I understand that, in time I been looking to build a 5 wheel trailer, main 4 as a more stable normal trailer and help on weight I want, 5th be in centre as a gravity or spring wheel to hold a single electric motor wheel to ground (so I don't need an e bike), but as been thinking to get one that maybe 40kg when adult I believe and rather not waste money on sitters

[@jameslopez958]

Peace ✌️And Love From Tucson Arizona Desert 🏜️🙏. Safe Travels John and Mira ❤️

[@OmniTierra]

Thanks James. Mira and I were in Tucson last month and now we have just completed a loop of the Copper Canyons. Thanks for your support 🤘🐕💕

[@annieherrick]

May God bless you and keep you both safe!

[@OmniTierra]

Thanks Anne Marie.

[@Chahtawarrior31]

Great Break down John, give Mira a hug for me! OORAH

[@bearman1210]

Hey John and Mira.I ran INTO YOU VIA WATCHING SOME OF RYAN;S VIDEOS of YOU MIRA , AWESOME STORIES! I have rode the Great divide 3 times different sections snd I'm planning to return next summer. Where are you guys on your world tour? Mira is definite ly the Wonder Dog. Also you should get some sleeveless Tees for Women my wife would wear one for sure. Take Care Ill keep watching you 2 Stever Reynolds

[@life.cowboy]

Hey John, trust all is well with you. It's probably hard with the internet and all. We would love an update up here in the frozen north. Safe travels bro!

[@gabegalindo]

Hi John! Great video, I was very curious as to how your entire setup was put together and this video did a good job at explaining! I am not sure if you remember me but we crossed paths in Oaxaca at a coffee shop! I was amazed to hear what you did when I met you but to see your videos and experience your adventures with you is even more amazing! Keep up the good work and know that you are very inspiring :)

[@OmniTierra]

Hey Gabe,Happy you enjoyed the video. That was a funny meeting. 🤗🦮

[@littleBIGGRiggs]

Nice setup, wish I had something like that. Love your dog!

[@kaylaquaqualezzi711]

John, hope all is well with you andyour adorable doggie Mira... New videos out there soon to let us kkow how you are... Or just taking it easy 👍😁🐶❤...

[@OmniTierra]

@mira_la_perra on Instagram. Lots more info there

[@HikerT]

Great video, thanks for sharing! We are huge Mira fans in this household, and I'm working on training my younger dog, Frodo, to ride in a bike basket.

[@sueg2658]

So good to see you both. Happy and safe travels :-)

[@OmniTierra]

Thanks Sue.

[@anthonylivingston3397]

Thanks for inspiring us to build our own Blackborow (and to order a Carver with Rack and Pinion Belt Drive) so we can bring our beloved pup with us on our adventures. No dog sitters required! We just got back from a backyard dog packing adventure this weekend and enjoyed this video, as all your others (including your shared adventures with Duzer)! Thanks for bringing us along and we wish you safe travels

[@OmniTierra]

If you can find a @salsacycles Blackborrow that’s the way to go. If you want @pinion/ @carbondrive I can recommend @blacksheepbikes on Instagram out of Ft Colins CO USA.

[@onflownaestrada]

Jonh and Mira , inspiracional , love

[@ישראלשורץ-י2ק]

Hi John I would love to hear about your experience with this spring seat post

[@26realmc]

Thanks for the Video John. Pats for Mira 🙂

[@OmniTierra]

Always pats for Mira 🤗🦮💕

[@miguelramirez7637]

Love it. Thank you for sharing John

[@I_Am_Bone]

Excellent video! Thank you so much for explaining all of that.

[@williamramey1959]

Thank you for your very clear explanation. Your dictation is very soothing. It appears that you are an experienced speaker.

[@OmniTierra]

Feels like I have a long way to go. Happy you got some value from this video ✌️

[@erickozokas]

Thank you so much for sharing. I recently started modeling a setup based in your videos. I am struggling to find a salsa blackborow though :). In the meantime I found the Mongoose Envoy is doing a good job with some upgraded components. Keep the amazing videos coming.

[@hemaccabe4292]

You told me about double Hydraulic brakes. I am now getting quad piston Hydraulic brakes installed on my Day 6. Thank you.

[@OmniTierra]

It’s so nice to have real stopping power ✌️

[@andrewgoorhuis408]

Happy day. :)

[@mobydog99]

Thanks!

[@OmniTierra]

This is very kind of you. I’m genuinely curious, why did you feel you wanted to o this?

[@ToadallyMemes]

Absolutely love the setup!

[@michaelganshirt8795]

Fantastic! Mira is absolutely fabulous! Herding breeds are just the best. Super smart and athletic. I have two Heeler Mix rescues, myself. You can, conceivably, keep this up right into Mira's old age, with some more lifting in and out on your part. She obviously enjoys the heck out of this arrangement. Love watching your stuff! Keep it up! Thanks.

[@OmniTierra]

Michael, Ya this combo of dog is the best. They bring the joy and energy 🐕😜

[@ChowderAndChibi]

Great video! Well done and very useful information. Thank you for making this...And Mira is really cute!

[@woso3125]

Great info.... ride safe and. good luck with your trip

[@P.Ttrying]

G'day John and Mira 🤠 As always solid commonsense advice. Thankyou so much for the video drop at an Australian friendly Time 👍 Keep on keeping on Mate P.T🦘

[@OmniTierra]

I’m glad you enjoyed it PT. Period yeah try to sync that up I’m not sure how well I did this time but I’m glad it worked out for you.

[@P.Ttrying]

Fantastic as always to read from you, considering 7 out eight people's lives in northern hemisphere, it's all Cool 😁 BUT really inches, centimetres my Commonwealth brother. Those Americans missed the boat on that one 🤣 Advice from experience ALWAYS worth the listen, better than any pamphlet. Mira is like to say to you" woof woof bark bark woof,woof woof bark!" ( translation: "You looking fantastically content , piece 🌍 love 🌈 and harmony) P.T

[@grahamambridge2856]

Happy new year you two from Sheffield England. Love the vids. Warm regards. Graham.🇬🇧

[@OmniTierra]

Thanks Graham. 🤗🐕

[@LiefRunsFar]

So educational. Makes me want to dog pack.

[@oldmoto5009]

Hi John I’m a big fan of Mira, I have a friend that had his dog running in a field and when it came back the paw was sliced and the artery was bleeding 🩸 out very badly, maybe cut by broken glass or a sharp can ,I’m just letting you know what could happen , you should carry a paste made to plug the bleeding and a pawflex medimitt as a emergency bandage for dog paws , you can buy this from chewy or another medic pack for dogs store, you could be way out there and need this to save Mira’s life and give you time to get to an emergency vet, just giving you something that has happened and to be prepared for an emergency, you two are so cool and I’m just trying to help

[@OmniTierra]

I do carry some extra first aid supplies for Mira as well as booties. One thing to keep in mind is that if a dog does slice its paw, it bleeds more than you would imagine for such a small cut. It’s a little bit like when a person gets cut on the scalp. To put you at ease I will let you know that Mira’s safety and health are my top concerns while travelling

[@oldmoto5009]

@@OmniTierra i know you love Mira I was just letting you know what happened to my friends dog , when it’s paw got slashed it almost bleed to death, we wrapped it and rushed it to a hospital close by, 90 % of people don’t tell other people things that happened to them to other people to watch out for , all I saying is to carry a patch of a wax or paste that is made to stop the bleeding in a dog’s paw and then wrap it , you guys are way out in the middle of nowhere and this could save Mira’s life , you don’t have to put me at ease or let me know that Mira’s is your top concern, I have always tried to learn from what happens to other people in life and all I’m saying is what happened to us, I don’t have to imagine from a small cut it actually happened and lived it , the booties are good but they will not stop bleeding, just letting you know something to look into not telling you that you are not concerned about Mira’s safety, keep the videos coming on UTUBE they are my top travel videos

[@edinelsonramirez5656]

Thanks for sharing!

[@chrislonsberry1974]

Super video John! Give Mira a hug for me!

[@OmniTierra]

Happy you enjoyed Chris

[@traveler3341]

Your a awesome dad to her

[@OmniTierra]

Mira makes it very easy

[@KEIRINSTREETS]

That looks amazing. Safe travels to you guys.

[@mikewood4378]

Merry Christmas to both of you and a Happy New Year of biking. Mike from Alabama

[@OmniTierra]

Thanks Mike, Hope you have a great one too 🎄🎁

[@damiancitobarbanis7575]

Great video. Thanks!

you are AWESOME!

[@yellowbrickroad3592]

Loving your adventures and of course Mira!! ❤ I have a golden retriever that goes kayaking, hiking and camping with us, so I get it 😊 if you make it to Brisbane Australia we would love to say hi, place to stay and a meal.

[@OmniTierra]

Australia’s gonna have a full schedule for us. Thanks for the offer of hospitality.

[@eg348]

Great video!! Love your attention to detail in taking care of your beautiful dog to make sure she's safe and comfy 🐕😊🙌 I was wondering do you have her on any special diet or supplements etc considering the long distances? Would be interested to hear the details of her diet/specific requirements/care etc. Thanks 😊👍

[@OmniTierra]

Currently no supplements for Mira. I usually look for Purina foods. ProPlan when we are in a big city

[@Scor-ah]

Great video, where are you now...still in Mexico?

[@octaviomorelos5545]

Hi Mira! I miss you riding along with Ryan. Is he going to join you at some point?

[@OmniTierra]

You never know

[@bushtherapy7655]

Great info john

[@malditomalo619]

Really enjoyed this video 👏😎

[@OmniTierra]

Gracias MM. Still very new at this, often part way through the edit I tend to think they suck And consider deleting it. Happy you got some value from it ✌️

[@scottconlon5124]

Because we travel and basically live on bike we use Burley tail wagging and full gear front and back. Total weight me, Barker bike and trailer 360lb😁 call it a Volkswagen lol

[@OmniTierra]

Lots of different styles 🤗💕🐶

[@Bikepacking]

How’s the world tour going

[@OmniTierra]

Good 👍

[@thibaudrebour1842]

Thanks for your feedback !

[@dugpuck]

From Manitoba. Where are you?

[@OmniTierra]

We are in northern Mexico just leaving the copper canyons area headed south. Now we are headed south for a very long time.

[@RenegationPvP]

Hey John, I love watching you, Mira and even Ryans adventures! I have a question im not sure if I missed? How much dog food do you carry on longer trips? I can imagine it would take up a lot of space! What do you feed her? She is obviously an incredibly capable dog, whatever she is eating is right! Thanks John, Carlos

[@OmniTierra]

Usually a Purina food. I try to only carry enough to get to the next shop. Normally no more than 2kg

[@ginaweiland6308]

Thanks 😊

[@danielleleabuchanan3670]

Great video! Thanks for being so generous with your insights. Question: what sunglasses are you wearing? I'm a new rider and those look to provide great coverage...and I've had no luck yet.

[@OmniTierra]

@oakley Double Edge. This one’s actually have a small prescription.🤪

[@grahamambridge2856]

Love the vids John. If you have a minute, would you mind letting me know what make/model the small top tube cockpit bag is pls? Looks a decent size with a flip over lid. Safe travels. Sheffield England 🇬🇧

[@OmniTierra]

It’s from @revelatedesigns It’s the Mag Tank 2000 I think. I’d give it an 8.3 out 10 👍

[@grahamambridge2856]

@@OmniTierra Aw thanks for the reply. Getting my gravel bike at Xmas so will see if i can get one, or something similar here in U. K. Safe travels. Give that dog a smush from me. 🇬🇧

[@robertlivingood]

This is great! I wish Flint was just a little smaller (he's 55lbs), so he could fit in a basket. I appreciate the single wheel trailer, but mine weighs 21 lbs. When Flint is in there, with his food, it's heavy!!

[@OmniTierra]

Yeah, welcome to the Dogpacking life. It’s one of the reasons I often think of cutting back on making videos. 🤔😝. Its definitely better with your dog than without 💕🦮🤗

[@robertlivingood]

@@OmniTierra the weight is definitely worth it!!

[@dhotz8474]

And Mira is how many pounds? I've been experimenting with day trips and my buddy trots along great. He's 65 pounds and I'm thinking a trailer would be helpful on the longer treks. Unfortunately I don't see a basket working for him.

[@OmniTierra]

How to Bikepack with your dog using a trailer. Train you dog in 3 easy steps. kzbin.info/www/bejne/rpPIZIpnhJijfLM Lots of options out there @farfarer trailers make a great option

[@snowfalleon7629]

Did Mira ever whine in the basket? Our border collie whines until she’s gotten to run for a long distance.

[@OmniTierra]

No, Mira usually only whines if she feels we’ve been left behind in a group of riders. Thankfully, it doesn’t happen very often.🐕🤪

[@davidbee9563]

I set up my sister's bike with a front rack and basket for her Border Terriers(about 7kgs).She has two but it can only take one at a time. It is odd to think a small dog weighs the same as a carbon race bike! Just curious with the rack/mtb combo why a cargo bike like a Big Dummy would not work. Would the weight be too far back? Or is the bike so long and feels slow?

[@StarEssences]

I just purchased a heavy duty rectangular 19 x 14 x 8 milk crate that holds up to 6 gallons of milk which ='s 48lbs for my medium sized standard Dachshund mix female who now weighs at 28lbs. I watched a couple of other videos on how to attach a milk crate to a rear bicycle rack and one said to just use 18" velcro straps to attach the front (easy on and off) and heavy duty zip ties for the rear and then I purchased steel ring motorcyle cargo tie downs to attach to the bottom bolts of rear rack and then run bungee cords through and down under crate and them hook them to steel ring. I am still trying to figure out what to do for the sides of plastic crate such as what you did to yours for Mira. Have any other suggestions in how to pad the top edges that may be easier for a women to do?

[@OmniTierra]

Easier way to pad the edge of the basket than a pool noodle? I haven’t watch the video in quite some time, but I’m pretty sure that I mentioned that. All the women in my life are real badass and resourceful so I’m not totally sure what you mean🤔.

[@StarEssences]

@@OmniTierra I thought you being a guy and knowing that men overall are more mechanically, construction etc oriented than women, that you may have had a better idea or easier way to pad milk crate edges. I am going to follow your example through very cost effective means; Materials: Pipe insulation cut to size a grommet kit, and vinyl - cordura material, and nylon string. Total cost for everything...under $45.00. (Much better than paying $150.00+ simply for a pet trailer. Thanks for the inspiration of a easy set up to place larger sized pets on a bicycle...Happy riding :)

[@martinschwartz7342]

Thanks for another great video. Where did you get your custom-made bike with the Pinion Gearbox?

[@OmniTierra]

Hi Martin thanks for the question. It’s one that I get on a regular basis but unfortunately the experience was a very poor one. @Pinion and Gates system are terrific and I am very happy with how they work. There are several companies making bikes with these units now. Full suspension and bike packing/touring bikes

[@secretdaisy6484]

Thanks for the info. It was all pretty much as I expected after watching your videos. Unfortunately my crabby Spaniel who is 14 would never tolerate that kind of setup or travel 😕 no matter how much I want him to. What do you do to get Mira into foreign countries? Aside from camping her shot record etc., does she have to be in quarantine or is it a smooth entry? 👍☮️🌞🚴🐶🐾❤️

[@OmniTierra]

Typically only island nations require quarantine. Many have reduced the number of days required as long as you have all requirements in place. Crossing by land simplifies things considerably. 🇺🇸🇲🇽 hardly wanted to see my passport 🤪

[@archery.nations]

How is it with sleep? Does the dog sleep during riding the bike? I want to start with my dog but wonder if she will get enough sleep, because if we are on the road for 8-10 hours and she will be awake the whole time then that doesnt sound too healthy but not really sure. The information regarding how much sleep is needed vary from 12 to 20 hours per day. 12 seems doable when bikepacking, 20 not so much.

[@OmniTierra]

Mira is my fifth dog. I’ve only ever had border collies, and border collie mixes. So I have no experience with a dog sleeping 20 hours. If I had a dog that slept 20 hours in one day, I would call it “Log” 🤪

[@aperezy17]

Great to see you and Mira. I have an unrelated question: What saddle do you use? it looks brooks saddle, isn't it? Thanks for your great videos!

[@OmniTierra]

Hi Alfredo, yes this is a @Brookssaddle Cambium with the cut out. I think it’s the C 17. Funny thing is I bought it years ago and didn’t find it that comfortable but for some reason when I switch to it this time it feels like it’s the best saddle I’ve ever had and it’s extremely low maintenance. I suspect initially I had the positioning a little wrong.

[@aperezy17]

@@OmniTierra thanks saddle is my most sensitive aspect for bikepacking, it seems that no one ia the right one, i've changed saddles three times now. I must try the brooke. Thanks and i continue following yours and Mira:s stories. Cheers

[@scottrizzoifly]

What model of Fjallraven pants are shown in your videos on rest days

[@OmniTierra]

Sorry, I don’t remember the model but they’re a very lightweight pair. Possibly their lightest.

[@Cycle-Tourer]

Which bicycle you ride? This is cargo bike converted to off-road bike? What is the wheelbase length? around 130cm?

[@OmniTierra]

This bike is roughly based on the @salsacycles Blackborow (no longer produced) . But it has been purpose built for our trip.

[@Cycle-Tourer]

It's amazing bicycle. Several years I am thinking about building long wheelbase MTB based on cargo bike frame. It has amazing stability on rough surface.

[@register1430]

Do you have US/MEX trip content still to be released? Episode 4 was a long time ago. Further south of you, one side benefit of the US migrant issue is that the VEN's et al have beaten down a pretty good path through the D GAP. Are you hearing reports on the conditions? Have you given this any (fleeting) thought to try? I expect we will soon start seeing a few daredevils trying the southbound route, cameras in hand.

[@OmniTierra]

We’re looking forward so, there likely won’t be any videos for the US at this point. We’ve ridden across the US five times now so I really wasn’t about to bother with a camera. I’m not a fan of jungles or swamps so I think will possibly paddle our way to South America. The Gap has been crossed before on foot by gringos. I guess the other thing I would say is that entering into these countries is a privilege so I’ll do my best to enter through established ports of entry.

[@register1430]

@@OmniTierra solid answer.

[@user-lc2mu9jk2b]

Can you please explain the eyeglasses you put on her from time to time?

[@OmniTierra]

We addressed that on Instagram a while ago.

[@cloem.9106]

what do you do when it rains?

[@OmniTierra]

Usually keep riding but it depends on the situation.

[@pedromoreiradafonseca7888]

Would like to know Mira's weight. Have fun!

[@OmniTierra]

19kg

[@jok3r54]

You guys still in South American?

[@OmniTierra]

No we’re still in North America.

[@teva4669]

Hey great channel! Can you explain how do you manage to carry this bike by plane ? Is there any restriction on bringing a long trail bike ? When crossing borders, how do you go through all the quarantine stuff for Mira ?

[@OmniTierra]

Quarantine typically only happens for island nation states. And example would be Australia or the UK. Most other places are pretty straightforward. United States and Mexico, when travelling by land, don’t even bother to look at any paperwork.

[@Finley0312]

Whats your or miras max speed? 14mph? Or do you all ride around 10-12mph? All out 18-22mph?

[@OmniTierra]

If you check the description in the video, there’s links to Strava and other account of the type. All the data is there 👍

[@cypriano8763]

has she ever protected the bike and prevented a robbery

[@OmniTierra]

My theory on that is that it’s very hard for a person to be both kind and loving and a thief or looking to do harm. So a persons mindset is to steal I’m guessing they think that Mira will defend and become aggressive. And maybe she would, if someone gave off that vibe. But generally, in this part of the world people are very friendly and kind, but I’m prudent about where I put the bike and for how long.

[@cypriano8763]

@@OmniTierra I wasn't eluding to south America in any way. Spent some time traveling down there in chiapas and the people.where awesome.

[@gilsonbaldivino1003]

what is Mira's. breed?

[@jastirn]

Border collie and Australian cattle dog (blue heeler) mix, I believe.

[@BisnesPyry]

I think border collie has been mentioned earlier

[@OmniTierra]

Sachi, The answer to that and several other questions are in the description to the video. Hope that helps

[@awareness556]

A dog on a bike is a terrible idea. It may work for you and maybe you care enough to keep the dog safe but there are many who are not responsible enough to do it safely. People will try to copy you and many dogs will suffer as a result. I feel sad every time I see a dog on a bike, motorcycle, surfboard, or kayak.

[@OmniTierra]

Hey thanks so much for taking time to leave a comment here and (if I take your comment at face value) your concern for dogs. All comments help this channel and by extension us be successful in our journey to ride to all 7 continents. Mira's health/ safety and quality of life are all extremely important to me. I would hope that's the same for any person that has a dog in their life. But I think you are so right to point out the extreme hazards of kayaking 😜🤪