I Rode My Bike To The Northernmost City In The World

Tromsø, the northernmost city in the world would act as the halfway point of my bikepacking trip toward the North Cape. Located about 400 km (250 miles) north of the Arctic Circle, it was the perfect place for me to stop for a while before I entered the second more remote part of my journey to my end destination, Nordkapp.
My Gear List For My Bikepacking Trip To The North Cape
Bike:
Kona Sutra (2016)
Panniers:
Ortlieb Ultimate 6 Handlebar Bag
2 x Ortlieb Back-Roller Plus 20L amzn.to/40eKsf2
2 x Ortlieb Front-Roller Plus 12,5L
Clothes:
Adidas Adilette Flip Flops - amzn.to/40eKFyQ
Haglöfs Scree Rain Pant
Haglöfs Esker Rain Jacket
Craft Velo Convert Jacket
Amazon Basics 4 Piece Packing Travel Organizer Cubes Set - amzn.to/3Rfd3wF
Forclaz Merino Wool T-Shirt
Nike Mens Dri-FIT Short Sleeve Polo Shirt - amzn.to/3j2aq1w
Padded MTB Shorts
Helly-Hansen Men's LIFA Merino Crew - amzn.to/2YJ5bfQ
Helly-Hansen Men’s Merino Pant - amzn.to/3RhYZm9
Columbia Silver Ridge Convertible Pants - amzn.to/3jalGfE
2 Pair of Socks amzn.to/40dU4H6
Merino Underwear - amzn.to/3XRU9hZ
Merino Wool Buff - amzn.to/409sYkd
Merino Wool Beanie
Giro Fixture Mips Helmet - amzn.to/3XKHsoZ
Science In Sport Water Bottle - amzn.to/3WLLsV9
Northwave Cycling Shoes
Sunglasses
Cooking Gear:
Primus Ets Express Stove + Cookset
2 Primus Gas Canisters (230g)
Sea To Summit X Mug - amzn.to/3Hg7GJ1
Light My Fire Spork - amzn.to/3Dncn2J
Thermacell Backpacker
Tools:
Lezyne HV Bicycle Hand Pump - amzn.to/3lHxnJc
Park Tool VP-1Vulcanizing Patch Kit - amzn.to/409NhOC
Crankbrothers M19 Multi-Tool - amzn.to/3j0A86D
Squirt Long Lasting Dry Lube - amzn.to/3iWqYIf
CTC Plastic Bag + packaging
Inner Tube - amzn.to/3Dq1oFP
Bike Lock - amzn.to/3HHcWqs
Toiletries:
Toothbrush
Toothpaste
Shaving Gel
Mach 3 Razor - amzn.to/3j2bYsm
Contact Lens Case
Travel Schampoo bottle
Camping Equipment:
Naturehike Cloud Up 2 Tent - amzn.to/3aA1MTp
Sea To Summit Collapsible Backpack - amzn.to/3RvanLP
Aegismax UL Down Sleeping Bag - amzn.to/3BVCStv
Aegismax Nano 2 Ultralight Sleeping Bag - amzn.to/3RcZcqR
Sea To Summit Reactor Insulated Sleeping Bag Liner - amzn.to/409RLVs
Nemo Tensor Insulated Sleeping Pad - amzn.to/3Y98qGC
Nabaji Microfibre Towel L - amzn.to/3Y3KDbh
Electronics
Samsung S20 - amzn.to/3Y544jR
Dji Mavic Pro Drone - amzn.to/3FKsVBk
GoPro Hero7 Black - amzn.to/3JoetTC
Canon G7X Mark II - amzn.to/3XO7lnY
Zoom H1N Recorder - amzn.to/409ewZA
Rode Smartlav+ Lavalier - amzn.to/3RcZcqR
2 Anker PowerCore 20000 mAh - amzn.to/3JpPxvg
Bag Of Cables and Extra Batteries
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[@johnleenane4571]

Love the way you do your videos. I think this video has the most beautiful views of any KZbin video I’ve ever watched. Just breathtaking. Well done you 👍

[@alafenetre81]

Your videos are top notch, among the best biking videos on YT, so it's difficult to criticize anything :-) I could just say that the style of biking videos could do with some sort of refreshment, for instance by stopping "unnatural" shots, the ones we all know are artificial (like passing shots, pretending there's no camera), finding other ways to film, less like TV (but easier said than done!).

[@chrisbailey2861]

Breathtaking.....soooo beautiful. Thanks for bringing us along Mike!!!

[@TerryW5379]

Hi Mike I’m a little behind from your current video. You asked what we prefer in your filming, I’m impressed with all of your videos. I like when you film yourself riding past the camera, but if it’s too much trouble feel free to only film it once or not at all. Your filming style is very relaxing to the viewer with your calm personality and humor. Norway is a beautiful place.

[@pavlosioannides9316]

Excellent video Mike! Definitely worth the effort you put for filming! Very relaxing and inspiring watching it! Thanks!

[@Terrierized]

Hi Mike We love your way of filming yourself riding past the camera, even if it's time consuming The botanical garden in Tromso looks beautiful Can't wait to see how you fared with the wet weather ❄️ Many thanks from Downunder

[@hammockdweller]

Yes, I agree. If you only show landscapes, no matter how beautiful they are, then it will get boring. And it is your cycle trip, so you need to have footage where you cycle, if we see you just talking it is not dynamic. To much talking is also boring to people. You could let your drone following you, but I guess that's also time consuming and if it's to windy it is not possible. Variation is also needed, so filming yourself riding past in that scenario is still a good idea. Anyway, I like watching your video's. Thanks.

[@Rlaplante73]

Amazing footage. Though a lot of work required on your part, the various ride shots, to we the viewer, really enriches the experience. Thank you!

[@simonwiltshire]

Thankyou mike a beutifully made film, i do apreciate all your hard work these videos are great.

[@donaguitar]

First your filming is top, I like it a lot, the passing by shots are nice to see. Thank you for all this work making the films. The scenery is just stunnig. And takig advantage of a tailwind is a great when cycling, it is relaxing and you can cover a longer distance. Lookig forward to see the next stage.

[@PumpkinVillage]

Another beautiful and well done video. Those ride by's are very nice and well appreciated. Take care, Al

[@fraser-b3494]

I came across your channel from your colab with Ryan Van Duzer. So happy I headed over here if this is going to be the quality of your work. Really enjoyed it, and that scenery, wow.

[@BikeTouringMike]

Welcome to the channel! May I suggest you watch the Lofoten videos if you're looking for spectacular views.

[@benc8386]

Thank you for another beautiful video! We love the ride-by shots.

[@wannagobiking9071]

Another gem of a video Mike! Was just about to comment on your good fortune in regards to the weather, but I'll wait for the next one.. 😮

[@mofmanp8874]

Perfect country for bike touring

[@reeceholmes8546]

thanks Mike for another beautifully shot video, the weather change looks nasty in the next vid, look forward to it

[@harrygrimley4352]

Very nice. Beautiful. Your style is comforting. Only change what you need to. New subscriber and love what you put out.

[@eva-lottamanssonbrun-hh3dk]

Vi älskar alla dina filmer, de är underbara (särskilt Norge och norra Sverige 😍) du behöver inte ändra på något, du filmar fantastiskt! 🤩

[@frogslips]

This is such a joy to watch Mike. Thank you for taking the time to do this. What time of year was your trip, last summer?

[@goldenstardust]

It is so beautiful there !🌟 Definitely worth the extra effort you make to get the ride by shots for us, enriches the story.👍

[@pousserlaportedelaventure]

Bonjour Mike , merci pour ce partage magnifique , j,ai passé un bon moment "have a good one "

[@kevinw7044]

A magical landscape. Awesome stuff.

[@randelscyclevlogperthwa7342]

Producing a quality video takes a bit of effort, thanks, much appreciated.

[@mikleht]

Mike your videos are incredible, even your musical choices fit so well! I'm heading to Norway soon and these videos are the best preparation I could ever hope for because bicycle touring is mostly about positive attitude and enthusiasm, and I'm getting that from you! What trips have you planned for this year? -Greetings from Finland :)

[@BicinViaggio]

Gorgeous places, and another marvellous video. Thanks!❤

[@jengreatrex7384]

Every time I see a ride-by shot I think : Mike will have had to come back for the camera after that. Thank you.

[@yanlap2183]

Beautiful place to bike. Your filming is 👌

[@craigb1427]

I think it’s worth it. Loving this series

[@phillcubed1745]

Many thanks again Mike - beautiful and interesting. Yes, the variety of camera angles you use helps make each video more interesting and enjoyable. From Tromsø you travelled roads I had not seen, so that was interesting too.

[@alkoop100]

Great job, Mike 🤗

[@goeranbaeckblom1657]

Thank you Mike for posting your beautiful and tranquil videos! While Tromsø might be the most northern city in the world, I think Hammerfest (Norway) is the most northern town in the world. Looking forward to all your future releases!

[@jeffmarlow1780]

Great video Mike.

[@davidwpinkston4226]

i have followed you before your solo trips and am quite pleased at your progression. don't stop being mike.

[@hans5113]

Nice footage Mike, as usual. Btw, do you have some tips for a good mosquito spray or lotion? I saw that thermacell you showed us in one of your videos but i prefer a spray.

[@buckydoc8303]

Your videos are so inspiring. My wife and I are now considering our first bike tour here in the States.

[@ianmatlock1]

Another great video Mike. Definitely looking forward to visiting Scandinavia in the near future. Your videos are always outstanding.

[@iamjoestafford]

Another great video Mike - definitely worth the effort you put into filming them! I've been to Norway a few times, but never made it that far north - your videos are making me want to go!

[@deimeruribegutierrez238]

Nice video!!!

[@lfrc2006]

Amazing stuff Mike! I really need to start travelling like this...Can you kindly give us an idea of the total weight of your bike (plus all the stuff) on a trip like this?

[@HunterdonRealtor]

Your videos are amazing!!!!!

[@rideswithscissors]

Funny, as I was watching this I was finishing up my yogurt with mashed banana. Maybe I'll go for b bike ride today.

[@thattravellingguy]

You have inspired me me to cycle to Norway. What season was this? What time period of the year? I could take 3 weeks off from work, so what time of the year would be the best for cycle touring. I use the TREK 520 for my tours.

[@BikeTouringMike]

My trip was between June 27th and July 6th. Aim for June-August. June is probably your best bet, a little bit drier and the crowds hasn't gotten that bad yet. Most people in Scandinavia have their summer holiday in July. Plus if you want to watch the midnight sun, June is your month. The only bad thing about June is that the mosquitoes and other insects are at a maximum. If you can't stand them August might be a better month for you.

[@thattravellingguy]

@@BikeTouringMike thanks a ton. Aug to mid sept I'm in Vancouver. So next year I'll aim for Norway.