Human Pedal Power Only! 180 Miles and 2 Wild Camps -Snugpak Ionosphere- Wiltshire Man

Our route followed closely some of the Sustrans "Wiltshire Cycle Way" with a detour along the Wylye valley which is very picturesque and worth doing.
I rode my old Revell Romany touring bike which I brought brand new about 40 years ago and a I camped in my Snugpak Ionosphere tent which was a great shelter and ideal for this type of travel.
All music used was from the KZbin audio library
No4 Piano journey -Esther Abrami
Elergy- Asher fulero
Fractal of light- Chris Haugen

[@paddymallory4080]

Hell of a distance to cycle Sandy at any age, but at 60, well done young man 👏👏

[@susanlambert8164]

Your cycling videos are an absolute joy to watch Sandy, only problem is they never seem long even😁 thanks for taking us along.

[@WiltshireMan]

Thanks Susan glad you are enjoying the cycling videos, I shall be doing more as the year unfolds

[@charlesfulcrum3170]

Sandy, as always it’s such a pleasure following you on your adventures.

[@davebarney3369]

Great video! I had my hip replacement 7 weeks ago and I’m back cycling and lifting weights in gym. Going on a canoe trip in Easter holidays. If your hip is bad, get it done it’s brilliant. Great inspirational stuff from you, Sandy 👍

[@WiltshireMan]

I've got a dodgy hip Dave, but fortunately cycling doesn't cause me any problems

[@Celtic-Silver-countryman]

A nice trip with your friend Sandy…. As you say it will be great when the warmer weather comes along ☀️

[@philshepherd90]

Great to see you finish your vlog in Marlborough. I was born 68 years ago in the cottage hospital at the top of the hill. You and your friend did a really nice ride around the beautiful Wiltshire country side, I certainly saw some good places to visit. Thanks for all your efforts in bringing this vlog to us all. Phil S. 🇬🇧

[@WiltshireMan]

Thanks Phil :)

[@hrhbucket4268]

Great video, and I loved the little musical interludes.

[@SteveSeadog]

Great video Sandy, and well done to you and Tony for completing the trip. It's great to see the some new (to me) places and some that I recognise. I don't usually make New Years' resolutions, but I resolved this year to wild camp at least once every month, so I bivvied on 27th Feb. Cold night, but fine with my Nordisk sleeping bag and down jacket. Maybe you were out then too?

[@WiltshireMan]

WELLDONE Steve, a noble thing to Wildcamp once a month and thats something I shall try and do also. I got my dates wrong on this video, we actually set out on Wednesday and got back today (Friday) the 3rd of March. It will soon be Spring. The Ortleib panniers are fantastic:)

[@willong1000]

Wow Sandy, the way you described Swindon at the beginning of the video it sounded like you were talking about Detroit, MI, or innumerable other urban places here in our dear USA. Yet, what I viewed seemed quite clean and civilized!

[@Gunslinger-1962-martin]

You do live in a splendid area sandy 👌 All those lovely cottages and beautiful countryside 👏👏👏🇬🇧 My wife had a good chuckle , when you commented its better to ask for forgiveness than ask for permission 👌👍

[@WiltshireMan]

I think we should all push the boundries a bit now Martin!

[@Gunslinger-1962-martin]

@Wiltshire Man push the boundaries ( push the button ) have you seen my latest post on insta Sandy ( sugar babes push the button , 61 and counting down 🤷‍♂️🙈👍

[@peterwrench4416]

As a heritage Steam train enthusiast here in Australia, I think we’ve all heard of Swindon and it’s famous railway workshops of days gone by.

[@WiltshireMan]

Hi Peter, Yes Swindon was once a very proud town with heavy industry, many famous heavy loco's were built here and the "Sheds" are still here too right where Isambard wanted them but the town is quickly losing it's sense of pride and heritage which is a shame

[@mosampson8862]

In 20 years or so when I approach your age, I plan on keeping strong through biking like you. Very inspiring! Biking kept me healthy in my youth and to this day and it will when I retire some day as well!! One of my favorite things, clears the mind as well.

[@WiltshireMan]

You won't go wrong if you regularly cycle, it will keep your body and mind working

[@aynsleycooper365]

Thanks both, we enjoyed that immensely. J&A&B&T

[@simonwiltshire]

That was lovely to see all those villages again, thanks guys.

[@BlakesPipes]

It's always good to have good friends!

[@WiltshireMan]

Tony's Alright :) He makes good desicions...most of the time:)

[@fatdude8716]

Sandy, I found it humorous that the guy was playing at the beginning of the video "On the Road Again". Wow, great trip, thanks for the video. dit dit

[@WiltshireMan]

That was a happy coincidence I reckon:)

[@patrickshaw7983]

Nice spin that Wiltshire is a beautiful County. Salisbury Cathedral is spectacular, tallest spire in the country.

[@ianwhunter1]

Your videos inspired me to bring my wife to Swindon for a few day's holiday. We accessed the downs to the South, the hills to north and went north west . It was a really nice part of the UK to take time out. Thank you Sandy.

[@trooper2221]

Thank u for taking me along, I’ve longed to visit England, my mom, daughter and sis have, I use as well, until that day I enjoy beautiful England vicariously through videos like yours, and oh, I think the goggles look cool!

[@WiltshireMan]

Thanks Trooper there are still some lovely rural parts of Olde England still too be found

[@Andyb2379]

Ah splendid sandy, I’m laying here just having had my wisdom teeth out. I’m very spaced out & not allowed to do a lot as I’m still feeling the effects of conscious sedation drugs. Finally something good to watch. By the way Biggles didn’t look a plonker in his goggles, he looked an Ace!

[@WiltshireMan]

I know the pain of wisdom tooth extraction and also dry socket. You have my sympathy Andy

[@markjlacey]

Great effort, Sandy. Hope the goggles did the trick. I think you carried them off pretty well. All the best.

[@willong1000]

While I am hardly a fan of suburban, let alone urban environments, I do and have always enjoyed pastoral scenes. Enjoyed this video and gave it a thumb's up Sandy. Steer clear of the cars as much as possible; cheers!

[@WiltshireMan]

Hi Will the further away from the beaten track and the hustle of modern life the better:)

[@billcotton1551]

Too bad that monk didn't have a para -motor Sandy. I admire you for making a trip like that. Love the villages and the buildings.

[@barrywilliams7253]

A Wonderful choice of music

[@funkyprepper]

Brilliant

[@WiltshireMan]

I can now cycle 100 miles in a day if I have too but I'd rather not have too:)

[@neanderthaloutdoors9202]

A pleasurable tour Sandy and Co, recognised and been to a lot of area's, Hungerford Castle has a daunting history behind it, Clay Hill back in the 80's was the best spot in the country for the sighting of UFO's, apparently, Salisbury Cathedral was built using the stone from the Cathedral William the Conqueror had built at Old Sarum, he moved down to where Salisbury now is, his Castle and Cathedral remains are still there on Old Sarum Hill Fort, he paid his generals there for invading us in 1066. Enjoyable video mate, all the best to you and Mandy.

[@WiltshireMan]

Thanks for the interesting info Paul

[@madmax2506]

cracking video , most enjoyable, many thanks for sharing 👍👍👌👌

[@stephenszalay]

Wonderful vid. A lovely tour around a lovely county. We are so lucky to have it on our doorstep. I know it hasn’t got the mountains or the coast but it has got plenty to keep me happy. I shall now seek out Crumbz cafe. Thanks

[@WiltshireMan]

There's still a fair bit of hill climbing to be had in the south of the county Steve

[@campfire52]

That was an extremely beautiful and interesting bicycle excursion Sandy. You are so fortunate to have such interesting and historical terrain in locations that are so near where you live. I think that this ride would remain very interesting and inspiring even after being repeated numerous times. And I am very pleased to see that you are still putting the old and nostalgic bike that you have in service every once in awhile. It appears to be a grand old machine that deserves a little occasional highlighting. Your sixty years old legs propel that 40 years old bike along very well my friend. As always, thank you so much for sharing your time with us. See you on the next one.

[@WiltshireMan]

Thanks Terry, the old bike did very well and I reckon it is good for many more adventures in the future

[@ljd8520]

Huge respect Sandy

[@marksadventures3889]

Thanks for posting Sandy, many places I knew in my youth that you went through.

[@billdunham4446]

Thanks Sandy. Another great trip. And so nice to see the snowdrops in flower. Living here in Spain, we never see them. Cactus flowers instead😊

[@BeercanBushcraft]

Careful Sandy, you are really whetting my appetite for cycling again - you could be the death of me 😂😂😂 Happy Days Brother 👍 🍻 🍻 🍻

[@WiltshireMan]

Haaha, go for it, just keep breathing and don't overdo things

[@richardfews2113]

Thanks for the Marlborough cafe recommendation.I rode there today on the Honda 500 cbx after doing a few great roads in the area, particularly the B road which picks up Hackpen Hill and the lanes over Pewsey Downs.Lovey coffee and food.Great vid! Ride safe.Richard Bristol

[@mikefrombournemouth2942]

I admire your stamina Sandy. 🥸

[@Rollingforwards]

i love bicycle touring, its the best way to wild camp, and by the way, there is a you tuber known as the secret vault who lives and films a lot in that area.

[@TheRamblingsofBry]

I went to Swindon once, it was closed. I bet it was a chilly start, this time of year can produce anything, mostly bone chilling cold... 'Act old later' haha...or not at all!!!

[@WiltshireMan]

It was cold Bry, even though Old Solar face was shining, but I have good news, March is here and it's the month that starts with a Winters sting in it's tail, by the end of the month Spring will be in full swing. Mark my words....Snow next week, enjoy it and rejoice for the season is on the change and good old Sol is growing stronger by the day:)

[@neilwilkinson5415]

Brilliant video Sandy. I really enjoyed seeing your tour. There are some lovely villages around there. You must be fit as a fiddle covering that distance, very impressive. Thanks for the film.

[@DaveGoodman1959]

Bloody hell it looks nice Daz and they were very accommodating at the cafe. 👍

[@martystacey4429]

Loved it Sandy, just loved it.......

[@michael1061]

Lovely video sandy much appreciated thanks for all your efforts putting it together .

[@hartley383]

Really enjoyable video, nice and chilled. "Once youve visited Swindon anywhere else will be lovely" Cracked me up did that Sandy.

[@WiltshireMan]

Haaha, sad but true, it doesn't have much of a soul these days

[@ivangodley325]

Hi from Ireland again.. I found what I was asking you for on Wiltshire Council page.. Thanks.

[@jimrowland6089]

Those were all very nice spots. I tried all types of glasses before I started wearing a full face helmet on the motorcycle. Goggles worked best and never came loose or off. I didn't care if my friends made a little fun since they would look like they got hit with pepper spray by the end of a long day and I didn't . That last cafe stop looked like a slice of heaven.

[@WiltshireMan]

The only problem with the gogles Jim was I can't wear corrective glasses under them

[@2brosonthego]

Right plonker lol. Swindon I agree and I remember having those bikes lol

[@martinkavanagh196]

Plonker IS as Plonker does eh .. Well done Sandy. Thanks.

[@andyml1]

Thanks so much for taking this trip on with your friend in midwinter - great to watch as always! 👍😃

[@filougreendog]

my sixty year old legs just took me up the struggle out of Ambleside last weekend, fantastic...when i finished lol

[@WiltshireMan]

Welldone. Don't let age stop you from being young:)

[@graemeevans2608]

I really like those goggles Sandy. Wouldn't mind some like that. Nice video thank you.

[@WiltshireMan]

Thanks Graeme they saved my eye thats for sure

[@misolgit69]

the small tin roofed building where you rested I bet back in the day there were many a cub/scout meeting and First Aid courses held in there

[@WiltshireMan]

Yes I reckon that building would have been put to many good uses over the years

[@ivangodley325]

Hi from Ireland.. Great video, we really enjoyed it. We often visit the Cotswolds area in our campervan..thanks again.

[@markr452]

I really enjoyed this

[@hondamonkeyboy]

What an achievement. I love to cycle along the Wylye Valley and being close to Warminster I can do it whenever I want. The villages sound like places out of a Midsomer Murders drama: Bishopstrow, Sutton Veny, Tytherington, Boyton, Sherrington, Stockton, Bapton, Wylye, Hanging Langford, Little Langford and Great Wishford. Mind you at 70 and a dicky back I need to use my electric bike.

[@WiltshireMan]

It's a beautiful valley thats for sure

[@jeetts59]

Wonderful trip, I have a love of old bridges, and those old stone bridges are wonderful, imagine the stories they could tell.

[@michaeloldfield5491]

Hey sandy brilliant video really enjoyed this one keep up the good work we love Wiltshire loads of walks n stuff

[@rialobran]

Good effort old bean, some beautiful countryside and buildings. Just need the leather flying helmet to finish the look.

[@WiltshireMan]

It was a great ride Si, you would love it :)

[@HighPlainsHiker]

Sandy i actually like the goggles. They look fine and if they function to help your eye id say happy days. Ive seen plenty of cyclists wearing similar

[@allenperdue7723]

Thanks for another great video Sandy! They are always brilliant!

[@WiltshireMan]

Thanks for watching Allen

[@colinwellman9480]

Bike ride, wild camp and cake, what's not to like! I've just stumbled across your channel and have subscribed. Thanks for sharing your trip and I love the glasses. A good friend said when he first saw me wearing mine, ' I like those, they make you look very intelligent! We're still friends 😁

[@WiltshireMan]

Thanks Colin, I am very happy with the googles, now I can cycle in relative comfort:) Thanks for subscribing

[@baggaleydaniel]

Another great video sandy , would have loved to see more though, i think you could have easily done 4 videos on that route and uploaded them individually at @30 min each. Keep up the good work

[@simonwoodward438]

Love my Ionosphere, I bought mine about a year ago and I've used it quite a bit. The worse weather I tried it in was late November in a yellow warning storm with wind 50+, it was rock solid and totally dry, great tent.

[@WiltshireMan]

I think I shall use this tent quite a bit during the spring summer and autumn too

[@TheCoopsvids]

Brilliant well done Sandy and ya pal 👍🏻👍🏻🚴🚴

[@sarkybugger5009]

Corsham: More famous for what is under it than what is in it.

[@billhambelton7698]

Looks like a great time with Tony on the Wiltshire cafe circuit.

[@WiltshireMan]

Thats about right Bill :)

[@ellisc.foleyjr9778]

Hi Ho ! Sandy! great adventure, and once again. you take me thru or near namesake towns and villages to here. I"m only 18 miles from Shaftsbury vt here. and I have an Aunt that lives in Salisbury Ma on the atlantic, and Avon Ct is not far from here. Once again all familiar names to me. guess that's why we call it "New England" huh!. seems like all of your neighbors of old came here and started all these name sakes good show!. still waiting for our CW Qso! but I"m a patient Man but keep in mind pushing 80! (next Month) so for me time is of the day and even the hour. tnx agn Sandy and God speed. de Ellis WA1RKS

[@WiltshireMan]

Ready to go on 20 meters for when you want that sked Ellis?

[@sleepyrider]

A really enjoyable video, thanks!

[@hawk2million]

Great trip, thanks for bringing us along.

[@christaylor9112]

Lovely countryside ride and wild camps. Particularly liked the bit around Warminster as it's my stomping ground, but then maybe I'm biased.

[@WiltshireMan]

I must admit it is quite lovely around Warminster

[@jimksa67]

Thats a terrible Abbey joke coming form a plonker yet! Am 83 and just finished fixing up a Moroni bike I rescued from the dump! ..foot of now here today in Onterrible Ca . Gonna sleep good tonite y'all :)

[@WiltshireMan]

Haa, welldone for still keeping fit at 83

[@sistergoldenhair2231]

A lovely tour😊thx

[@RobR455]

Thanks for taking us along. Such a delightful and historic county.

[@marcuskiritsis2076]

That was awesome sandy, really enjoyed that vid 😊 and a guest appearance by funky prepper out of nowhere 😂 what more could you want ? Ticks all our boxes 😉😳😂👍♥️

[@WiltshireMan]

I thought you would like that bit:)

[@marcuskiritsis2076]

@@WiltshireMan oh I did 😂👍♥️

[@barrywebber100]

What a great trip. Thank you for sharing the wonderful sights and scenery.

[@geoffw8565]

Great video Sandy. Really enjoyable and well done !

[@fordy.]

We'll done lads, great job.

[@annenewton5403]

Ahhh that was really lovely, thank you for taking us on your journey. Salisbury Cathedral old religion and new. I know which I prefer, Christianity.

[@WiltshireMan]

You will love this YT video Anne kzbin.info/www/bejne/bGWuaHujgbJoars

[@albion1949]

I like the goggles! Interesting journey.

[@billrivenbark8983]

I do love your videos Sandy! Please continue sharing them with us as long as possible!

[@duncanmcmahon278]

Brilliant thanks for sharing your adventures keep them coming please

[@Jaqaroo]

That was great, Sandy! Really enjoyed that adventure. You've inspired me to get out there on the bike and see what there is to be seen.

[@Mat-kr1nf]

It’s so heart warming to see you with your vintage bike, brings back childhood memories (57 years young), none of this KZbin/influencer electric bike freebies working on the wrecked health of a generation of Congo child lithium miners!

[@tonydean2541]

Inspirational. Hats off to you both. A great little video about a great big ride. well done lads.👍

[@si7777777]

Really enjoyed this. 180 miles is not to be sniffed at!! Keep up the great videos of your journeys, they are brilliant.

[@kevinsmith-kz1kd]

Awsome Vid Sandy. Thank you again for sharing.

[@mischef18]

Cheers for letting us tag along bro the scenery was lovely. Safe travels

[@S.p.a.c.e.C.o.w.b.o.y]

Well done Sandy. Great video.. :)

[@robtherover]

Great views of Wiltshire and great viewing as usual Sandy.

[@jonathanrobson3549]

The plonker and the dented bike . Great stuff keep it up bud

[@WiltshireMan]

Haaha, thats right:)

[@Daytona2]

Lovely - I recognised several areas. Great videography, nicely edited 👍

[@stina6762]

Fair play to you Sandy . You keep doing them things i can't ! ✊

[@WiltshireMan]

I hope I can keep on going for a few more years Stina:) Still feel quite young and fit even though I'm over 60

[@Mi93mi93los]

Very nice spring trip! I feel like going somewhere! Greetings from the Czech Republic!

[@victormonster4658]

Looked a brilliant adventure Mr W, really enjoyed the video, thank you. I really do hope that your right about the weather 👍👌

[@samfromcas]

nice one mate well done

[@tonyhawkins1258]

Good trip Sandy perhaps we’ll do the Shaftbury leg on the motorbikes on a warmer day!

[@WiltshireMan]

I'm up for that, infact we could ride the whole route in one day

[@bram7659]

Fantastic video. Thanks for sharing. Some beautiful places along the way. Great footage too from the handle bar camera. Must be a good one as no vibration!

[@WiltshireMan]

Thanks 👍

[@Richie65afc]

Really enjoyed watching this one. Well done on the distance you covered. Must do something like this one day, if I can find someone who would do it with me.

[@davelunaskitchen8355]

Great video as always! Really enjoy seeing this scenery; it’s like seeing living history in real time; very much enjoy it!

[@WiltshireMan]

Yes it is like living history your right

[@Dug_Out]

Always a pleasure to tag along with you on your adventures, Sandy. And that Funky can pop up anywhere, at any time😂

[@willallen7757]

Hi Sandy, nah the goggles look good.

[@couchcamperTM]

much better than my glasses^^

[@jbradshaw4236]

Very inspiring Sandy!

[@WiltshireMan]

Thanks John

[@BrianthatiscalledBrian]

Thank you again for these trips, Sandy. 😀🙂👍

[@WiltshireMan]

Thanks Brian