Iohan Gueorguiev - Memorial Video

Iohan Gueorguiev was one of the most amazing humans I have ever met. Sadly he left the earth much sooner than any of us would have guessed based off his ability to spread joy to everyone he met and his constant thirst for adventure. I wanted to make a video remembering him and some of my favorite moments both from our time we spent together and from his films.
If you have not seen his videos yet, you should check out his channel at / iohangueorguiev
If you would like to share your video with him please leave it in the comments below and I will add yours to the list. Any friend of Iohan is a friend of mine.
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[@alen-commentnazi8774]

This man lived more in his 33 years than most people would get to live in 3 lifetimes

[@shaneruddock-pedallingtheg8114]

Still grieving hard can't find the words and comprehending it all. We spoke on WhatsApp. I wish so much now the plan came true and I could have said hi on the road he gave so much advice and I've saved way more than he suggested but then covid making it impossible to leave I just want to eventually start my trip with triple the savings and do everything I can to repay iohan there's so much I still wish I could ask especially for clothing choice etc but I can't but I just want to help make him proud in the skies like he made us and I want him to know we're all proud of him. I've completed many other tours but nothing is more important to me than a round the world enough to have landed my first paid job after 10 years of applying because uk doesn't make it easy to live a life. There's a better world out there next June

[@shaneruddock-pedallingtheg8114]

Makes it harder that not only iohan passed but my bike shop friend Richard Smith died in the 2015 Shoreham Air crash who recommended me my first touring bike id buy for lands end to john o groats My first tour without any training. He sold me my first set of cleats and clothing before I had everything I needed on my first road bike before the touring bike. But before it was bought he moved to Brighton to find work with the association of cycle traders ACT. We'd never meet again but we spoke. He saw my progress for about a year..the week after I broke my rear wheel trying to ride round England I found out the bad news he was gone. I felt I had to finish what I stated the following year and succeeded.. its a shame Richard like all 11 victims of Shoreham air disaster have no justice but the memorial arch is enough if its all he can get. I can't forgive the pilot for showing off and breaking so many rules before it happened seeing how it hurts his family as much and more than me. Especially his brother. I wish he had the audacity to remember just one person's name in court but he didn't care about who his plane came down on at all. Just walking free. I know they're isn't nearly enough justice in the world but there is a calm and its nature animals and travel and cycling. If we can't have everything in this world give us our bike and the use of our legs. I'm partly losing my ability to stand so long on my feet but I don't ever want to stop cycling. I don't know what my future is without my feet.

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

He was definitely an amazing human that inspired us all. Thankfully he at least left us his amazing videos to remember him by

[@Radoslaw731]

I think he lived more when he started traveling. Before that he lived like a normal person

[@OregonMikeH]

AMEN DEAR BROTHER@@shaneruddock-pedallingtheg8114

[@paulsylvester6]

Iohan was truly a remarkable person and the world that knew of him has lost someone that can't be replaced. I'm still reeling from the news of his passing. Iohan was my inspiration to start bikepacking at age 69 (I turn 75 in a few days). Riding alone in the wide open spaces I feel his presence and will forever be grateful to him for opening my eyes to the grand space of the Earth. RIP

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

I am glad he was able to inspire you to start bikepacking. He was great at making people want to explore.

[@apinanraivo100]

That was a touching comment, brother.

[@christianegeets5567]

Ich schließe mich deinen Worten vollinhaltlich an. Ruhe in Frieden iohan. Du hast ein einziartiges Werk hinterlassen, das hoffentlich noch viele Menschen inspirieren wird.

[@daveferrier723]

I was also very sad when I learned of him passing. Watching Iohan on KZbin has given me much enjoyment and inspiration to begin my bike packing trek. I am 67 years and excited to begin myself. Thanks brother. You will live in our hearts forever.

[@HugoCorridoni]

Ví sus videos por primera vez en tiempos de pandemia. Fué y sigue siendo mi inspiración.. Comencé a comprar mi equipo hace un año, sin saber que él ya no estaba.. En unos meses, con mis 61 años, comenzaré mi viaje.. En honor a Iohan..de ésas personas irrepetibles!!! Sencillo, humilde, transparente, gigante! Cada vez que veo aquella escena del camionero en Canadá..me parto en dos..

[@sailingaeolus]

I sobbed like a little girl when I heard this news, in part for him but for myself too at the loss of such a soul that I'll now not meet in this lifetime. I feel like I've lost some fantastic and irreplaceable thing. A heartbreaking and crushing blow. I wish I had known or could have helped in some way before it came to all this.

[@phoebebiketravel]

I feel exactly what you describe

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

A lot of us feel that way. A great mutual friend of ours talked with him just a couple days prior to his passing and he did not let on to the extremes of his sleep issues and depression. It is hard to help those who do not ask for it. Even when I have offered to send him stuff for free he always refused and insisted on paying. He was very humble and giving which is a beautiful trait but unfortunate when it comes to personal health. He was such a great person and will always be missed.

[@Utoober67]

All of my thoughts. Right there. I am in no way ashamed to admit I bawled for half an hour or so. Never met him. Would have given much to have done so. Would have given all to have helped him, for the man he was and what he represented and inspired in us all. Odd to feel such loss for someone I never knew.

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

@@Utoober67 He was such an amazing story teller that he managed to make people who watched his videos feel like they were with him the entire time. He will certainly be missed.

[@serpentines6356]

@@ChrisMurrayEWC That is so true. When I found his videos a few years ago, I didn't care to watch any other adventure videos. Iohans were so fulfilling. He did make me feel like I was right there with him. His artistry, the music, his beautiful voice, his beautiful presence. How he put it altogether for us. Well, I didn't find out about his death until a couple weeks ago. I thought, no, no, no, and then later got kind of mad at him. I am no stranger to depression, and suicidal thoughts. I am like so many others - wishing I could have somehow helped, been an angel on his shoulder telling him to hang in there, talk to someone. I know the stubborn feeling, the depths of not wanting to feel you are so heavy, and it will burden someone too much. I didn't break down until the other night while watching the memorial his friends made in BC. Like others - I have never cried before over someone who I never met. Bless his soul.

[@wbrewr]

What a major loss to this planet. You are missed greatly, Iohan!

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

He was an amazing person for sure.

[@sharono16]

Because of you Iohan, I could visit places I will never see in this life. Thank you. Such a loss.

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

He was a great inspiration. He would love knowing you inspired him to see more. Thank you Sharon

[@DustDevilFlyer]

The world lost a true poet. Iohan had such a great talent to share his adventures with an incredible view for unique perspectives. How may hours have I enjoyed to be part of his journey, escaping from long winter nights and truly been touched by his humble and calming way to share his story with us. It's incredible how much one can miss somebody who he never met in person. You have been a great inspiration, Iohan. May your spitit find rest in the vast wilderness you've loved so much.

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

One of the best story tellers I have ever met. Such an amazing human.

[@OregonMikeH]

AMEN TO THAT! THIS VIDEO CONCLUSION BROKE ME. I'VE SHARED IT TO MANY FRIENDS, MIKE.

[@phoebebiketravel]

We loved your voice, Iohan💜

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

He was the best story teller. So calm yet inspiring

[@jkendall3445]

I will never tire of watching his inspiring joyful beautiful videos! And there’s an ache in my soul too knowing there will be no more and that I won’t ever meet him on this plane So grateful for his selflessness and legacy ❤

[@carleenwessler2155]

An amazing young man! What a gentle soul. Wish I’d had met him. RIP Iohan you will be missed but never forgotten 💔

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

A great human for sure

[@michaelbelcher3936]

An incomparable journey told by an unassuming genius which I followed for several years. RIP Iohan.xx

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

Unassuming genius seems accurate. He was an amazing person.

[@martinforrester8249]

What a tragedy, such a wonderful human being. I'd followed his travels for years, such an inspirational narrator/ film maker. I shall rewatch all I've saved of his travels many times. RIP Iohan.

[@markflolid5930]

Had to listen to and watch Johan's stories again. Really miss him.

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

Same

[@dad6307]

I was saddened to hear of the passing of lohan... I never knew of his inner termoils.. I always thought he was like a superman.. And I guess he was to do the things he did... We will miss you lohan... Thanks for showing us the world ! Rip

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

Even Superman has some weaknesses. He truly was an amazing human though, I just wish he would have reached out about his struggles before it was too late.

[@wesb9805]

We had the honor of hosting Iohan twice in Penticton BC Canada when he came through town, truly remarkable human with such a glowing spirit. Huge loss to the world. As someone somewhere said, 'its not about how Long you live your life, but how Wide'

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

He definitely went wide! He really was a great human. Thank you for being a friend to him.

[@jkoperski9925]

I only found out that Iohan passed away last week. I love seeing these tributes on the internet. It makes me feel not to be alone with my grief. Thank you for putting the video together and for remembering Iohan together.

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

My pleasure, it was nice going through old footage to put this together. He is definitely missed.

[@dogandsnailbiketravels6532]

Still shedding tears two years on. Lovely tribute.

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

Thank you, he is still very missed

[@stevepowell1651]

Two weeks on. I've thought about him every day. I didn't know him. No one did it like Iohan. Thanks

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

He truly was both an amazing human and story teller.

[@Hvn907]

I just did a search for Iohan last night after realizing I hadn’t noticed a post recently. What a loss. I had hoped to see him return to Alaska. He sure had a knack for picking amazing music to accompany his epic movie footage. Rest In Peace Bike Wanderer.

[@fujifatbike5793]

No one captures the pure and raw beauty of nature, animals and humanity better than Iohan. Simple, humble, unassuming, gentle, eloquent, tough...a true super human. Rest in Peace Iohan. Thank you Chris.

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

He was special in many ways. Well said. Thank you

[@miggrodriguez9996]

Rest In Peace Iohan! My hero, my inspiration to keep riding my bike. My motivation to get out there and look for new roads, new trails, be in touch with mother nature and free my mind of the demons that some od us carry inside. His genuine and infectious smile and demeanor made us feel like we knew him personally, made us feel like we had a true friend in him, especially when he replied to our comments and questions and he would record and air his responses. He showed us the world through his amazing video adventures. His passing hits hard, especially knowing how young he was and how much he had already experienced. Unfortunately, because (at least partially, from what has transpired) Covid played a major part in his not being to get out and ride agar to continue his travels as before. God bless you Iohan and ride in heaven forever in peace. Great job with this Memorial Chris Murray, thank you brother!

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

Thank you for the kind words. You are absolutely right about Iohan being genuine and making people around him feel special. Truly an amazing human

[@KosmiekAltertainment]

Its still not easy to watch. I guess i hoped Iohan would ride with us forever. But i think he will be were he always was: just out of sight, just around a corner, on a far away road i could only dream of. Thank you Chris.

[@patmcfalls]

A legend and a gift.

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

Truly

[@jackd6129]

We never met, but you made an enormous impact on my life. You’ll continue to do so until the end. Love you Iohan.

[@reikondo]

I'm in shock 😢 I just saw the recommendation of a tribute to him and I was confused because I didn't know he had passed away. It breaks my heart that he was suffering behind these beautiful videos. We love you, Iohan ❤️

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

It was a shock to me as well, a friend sent me a message asking if I knew what happened to Iohan and I had no idea. He will never be forgotten.

[@dmitryfrolov6546]

Яркие звёзды живут всего миг. Но вспышка успевает осветить разум людей увидивших эту звезду. Так и Iohan успел осветить лица добрых людей встречающих на своём пути! Я ему очень благодарен за его открытия, открытия мира в котором живут люди и открытия людей которые живут в этом мире! Спасибо тебе за грандиозное путешествие с тобой рядом Iohan! Хорошего путешествия тебе Iohan! Спасибо за рассказ Chris Murray! С любовью from Russia / Moldova Cricova.

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

So very true, thank you Moldova!

[@user-vp9cj6zu7d]

A great inspirer.Truly a very nice person,i am sure.First and last of my biking miles are dedicated to him.Bike in peace,Iohan.

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

I am sure he would have appreciated that. Thank you

[@venusnewhall6401]

More free than ever! Thank you Iohan for showing us this beautiful world. 🙏

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

He managed to inspire us all for sure!

[@tacostacticoolteam09]

I just found out about iohan remarkable journey watching Foresty Forest KZbin channel! He was a true inspiration and live life to its fullest! Rest in peace Iohan! I wish you found peace! Love !

[@happydays59]

I just heard of Iohan on Forresty Forrest's channel. Thanks to this beautiful memorial I'm going to binge watch all of his videos. So sad he's gone but pleased he's never forgotten 💕❤️

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

His videos are worth binging for sure! I am grateful he took the time to make his videos as his story will live on.

[@markwalk29]

I just discovered his passing. The world was a better place with Iohan. I was eagerly awaiting his next big adventure and I am now truly sad. Thank you for this video and thank you Iohan for the wonderful and peaceful memories. Rest In Peace Sir!

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

Thank you for the kind words and supporting Iohans travels

[@Mixthelightintogray]

Another year has passed, and I still thinking about him regularly. I still rewatching his old videos from time to time, and I am still amazed by how awesome and an incredible human being Iohan was. Deeply missed.

[@WongJawa]

Descent, humble human. Ask the dogs, cows and the other animals. For me he is not only a inspirator but the GOAT in biking adventure. His vids are real documentaries. Top class. I missed him like a brother from another mother. Thanx Chris.

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

His run ins with animals are some of my favorite. I especially love the "stupid cows" bit where they kept walking in front of him for 20 mins to try and get away. He will forever be missed

[@WongJawa]

@@ChrisMurrayEWC yep...my fav is with shadow in Chili ( i think). High in the mountains, in a snowstorm. Those vids are just epic.

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

@@WongJawa Agreed!

[@attimount]

Such a great lose of this wonderful person. Still hard to believe that he is gone.

[@meilingug79]

Thanks Chris for this video..was beautiful and emotional. Me and my Husband Jan (he is creator of Greater Patagonian Trail...and in description during video about Wikiexplora tips about packfrafting and trekking)...Iohan found us for this trail by internet and meet in 2019 in Patagonia the first time. We share a great moment while Iohan take a little break in small Village in Patagonia and with Tobias (Tobias Hellwig) in Coihaique (big city in Patagonia).. and planning the next trip (specially Packrafting). Tobias is one a best friend of us in Chile too. We miss Iohan soo!!!

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

Very cool, that would be a fun part of his trip to be around. He was such an amazing person and such a rare but beautiful personality. He will always be missed. Thank you

[@bruce2keys270]

Your were truly blessed to have know him in person, I am one of thousands that wished I could have met him. This was beautifully put together. Thank You for sharing this ! Peace !

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

My pleasure. I definitely feel fortunate to have been able to spend some time with him in person. I am still blown away by how humble he was despite being such an amazing human.

[@TNTbobdob]

Thanks for doing this. Met him at Butts Cabin in 2015, I knocked on the door and there he was. Such a wonderful fellow and a great loss.

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

Very cool, I am glad you were able to meet him in person. He truly was great to spend time with.

[@momsyduq406]

Iohan..we still miss you-hubby and me. We were 💔 when we learned about your demise..at the height of the pandemic,hubby discovered Iohan's cycling blog..I cried like many others when I read he was gone..Ride easy Iohan!

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

He was such good people, hopefully he has found peace.

[@tinolino58]

Iohan guided me through my cancer recovery. I watched every video! I got healthy again. Now I am very very sad to hear that Iohan is dead. What a loss for many of us! What a tragic end for him! Thanks Chris for the wonderful video!

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

Happy to hear you have recovered. He would have been happy knowing he helped!

[@MMillan]

no way, today I was thinking about the guy I saw on KZbin riding his bike in my country (Chile) and and I thought it was strange that I had not seen more video of him ... now in this exact moment KZbin recommend me this, I cannot believe it.

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

I still don't fully believe it myself.

[@brianferris1233]

R I P Iohan 🙏✝⛪

[@JamesOfEarth]

What he shared was so amazingly inspirational, but his loss incredibly devastating. I so wish he’d have found a way to go on. Just heartbreaking.

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

Agreed, if he had access to the proper care, the sleep issues he struggled with were more than likely treatable.

[@baryakbikepacking]

Beautiful Job Chris,,, There is a big void in our world that was filled by Iohan.. I love you my brother rest in peace.

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

Thanks, love you too brother. It still does not seem real.

[@baryakbikepacking]

@@ChrisMurrayEWC Everyday I hope is just a bad dream.

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

@@baryakbikepacking I still get those feelings myself where I wonder, "is this real, could I be in a bad dream". It really doesn't feel real.

[@goundreykruse]

I just found out Iowan died. Thank you for putting together this memorial video. I only met Iohan through his videos and have been following his journey for the last five years. He was a huge inspiration to me in my own wandering. His videos are beautiful, his gutsy, cheerful journeying an inspiration. What stood out the most for me was his interaction with animals, and their interactions with him. They seemed to show what a calm, good person he must have been, I think dogs in particular are excellent judges of character. Gosh, I’m crying as I write this. Farewell Iohan, thank you so much for being here and showing us the way.

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

I fully believe that animals are a great judge of character and they all seemed to love him, well except for those "stupid cows"! He will be missed, he was a great friend, story teller and adventurer.

[@Mixthelightintogray]

One of the things I loved so much about his videos, apart from the nature and his thoughts, was because of the kind people he met during his journey. It just made me happy to see that there were lots of good hearted people willing to help him. In a world were we all seem each day a little more disconected and selfish, it was like a reminder that those things still exists. It helped me a lot. So, thanks for repairing his bike long time ago, Chris. Great video. I just discovered today that he passed away, and I'm still in shock. Never knew him. I wish I had, he was a beautiful person. I'm sure he is still, where ever he may be. Thanks for brightening my days a bit Iohan with your incredible spirit.

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

He was truly an amazing human. It was an honor to know him.

[@Mixthelightintogray]

@@ChrisMurrayEWC indeed he was. He showed it in every interaction he made. I loved when he stopped to pet donkeys, horses, dogs, etc. I'm sorry for your loss, you both seemed to have a very good friendship. Personally, is the death of someone that I didn't know that affected me the most.

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

@@Mixthelightintogray Thank you, I always loved seeing him with animals.

[@arcoulant87]

RIP, May the wind be on your back for evermore.

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

Thank you

[@Bomt407]

This is heart breaking. This man was truly one of the most incredible people we have ever shared the earth with. An inspiration and a gentle soul. RIP

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

He truly was an amazing human

[@solsouth]

As the saying goes “The good die young”. Too young in Iohan’s case. So many dogs, cats, cows and horses will miss his love and hugs.

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

That saying seems all too accurate most of the time.

[@annmartinez3174]

Uh...I miss Lohan...his travels, soft spoken-sincere words and especially his kind smile. Working the night shift in the ER every time I had some down time I checked to see where your adventures were taking you... "Miss Lohan" 💕

[@overthecrest5722]

After watching all of Iohans videos, I knew he had gone back to Canada with C19 BS. I just started to seek out bike packing ideas again having also done Japan and Korea in 2018. I cried as i only learrnt of his passing in the last 15mins.and still crying i will dedicate my next journey to you Iohan. Rest in peace brother, glad to exchange words with you. An inspiration to all mankind!

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

He truly was an inspiration. He would love knowing he helped inspire your travels a bit. Safe travels!

[@joaopedrobazzo5790]

Thanks Chris. Iohan will be deeply missed.

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

Thank you, he will never be forgotten

[@redsank1]

Thanks for creating and sharing his adventures have been a pleasure to watch and watch again. A big loss to mankind.

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

My pleasure. It was nice to go through old clips with him. I am just grateful he left us all his amazing videos to remember him by

[@chamathzteblade5336]

I rode my bike across the Canadian province of Saskatchewan because of him ,before his videos i would have never dared to ride my bike outside the distant neighbourhood :(

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

Very nice! He was great at inspiring others

[@jausher]

Iohan was an awesome dude, truly inspirational. I'm sad but I know he lived to the fullest. He will be missed.

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

There is some comfort knowing he lived far more in his short life than many people do living to 3 times his age.

[@BikeAfrica]

Thank you for this tribute to a remarkable man. His courage, humanity and poetry will never be forgotten.

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

He will be missed for sure but thankfully his legacy will live on forever

[@LordBikealot]

He's a LEGEND ❤

[@richardp6461]

I have watched every Iohan Gueorguiev tribute that I have come upon. Iohan was a great inspiration to me. In adventure but also the way he interacted with people and animals. It is what we should all aspire to be. This was the most complete of the tributes I have seen. His life can't be summed up in a 5 minute video. Thanks for taking the time.

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

Thank you. I honestly did not intend for it to get so long but I kept thinking of or finding clips I really wanted to show. You are right that his life can not be summed up into anything short. He was an amazing person.

[@skynomad1]

Thank you for this clip. I came to 'know' Iohan through KZbin. He helped me get through thecovid years with his numerous videos and his outlook on life. Let's keep his beautiful spirit alive...in gratitude for the light he shone

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

My pleasure, I am glad he was able to help you through a rough time. He was a pretty amazing human.

[@jeremyblakeborough8543]

Thank you Chris for posting this memorial video. I cried when I heard the news of Iohan's death. He was an inspiration, not only to the bike packing community, but in his approach to life and his kindness to others. One particular video and accompanying music has haunted me ever since. It is in Episode 33 of See the World at about 40.45. Apocalytica's Farewell. Farewell and thank you Iohan and may you rest in peace.

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

My pleasure Jeremy. He inspired so many and was such a kind and caring person. Even in person he was exactly as you see in his videos.

[@cielskis5031]

I'm going to check it out.

[@mhilde7744]

What a great spirit. His videos meant so much to me. He is missed but cherished on his new journey! Thank you!!!

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

Thank you!

[@robertlivingood]

Beautiful tribute, but such a hard pill to swallow.

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

It still does not feel real. I am just thankful for all the videos he left us to remember him by.

[@CdnBiggles]

Chris, thank you for being a good friend to Iohan and for creating this video.

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

My pleasure, I feel fortunate to have known him. Thank you

[@TOMMY118able]

I cried when I heard the tragic news of Iohan's death. I had only cried twice in my life before....when my mother died and when my father died. Rest in peace, my idol.

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

He was truly a special person. So caring and such a great story teller.

[@gregparrott]

I am late to hear this and so sorry. I greatly admired his strong, spirited approach to such arduous journeys, and all imbued with a warm philosophical viewpoint. He was also unrivaled in documenting many places and people of the world. The perspective of a bicyclist traversing the roughest, most remote terrain, and for long periods, is an experience we were able to vicariously live through his videos. His video content should be preserved, similar to a time capsule, in a national archive, such as in Canada or the U.S. (e.g. the Smithsonian)

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

He was a great human and brilliant storyteller for sure. He will always be missed.

[@amadoujallow6994]

I feel compelled to write a message, as its two years ago today since Iohan took his life.He was a remarkable human being, with a love of animals and nature. His video's surpassed everything on KZbin. He will always be remembered and he will be forever missed. Thank you Chris for this wonderful memorial to Iohan. You were extremely fortunate to have known him personally.

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

I appreciate it, he really was an amazing person. I am definitely grateful that I got to know him in person.

[@atmrtwbike]

What a wonderful compilation, Chris. I still can't believe he's gone. It was only a month prior to his passing that he'd replied to my enquiries about the KVR. So giving of his time. I was always hoping that our paths may cross one day. So upbeat, so positive. But we all have our personal struggles, many which have been made worse by Covid. He has certainly inspired me to make some changes to my own future travels.

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

Thank you. When he was in Colorado Springs with me last, he did seem a bit more on edge because of Covid but I got the feeling that he was just afraid he would not be able to fly back to Canada before lock downs. It may have been deeper concerns I did not pick up on though. He was truly an amazing human and I am sure he would be happy knowing he inspired you and your travels. He was such a caring person.

[@diyit6725]

My brother and I had the fortune to meet him in a bike competition in Mexico while he was planning to visit the Colima's Volcano ( 11:35 ), we invited him to visit Colima our home to know about our culture, food, places, and show him our kindness and the hospitality of the people of this region while he was passing by, then when he had to continue his journey we offer to join him a few kilometers and record some footage with our videography equipment and drone for his KZbin series "I want to see the world", leaving him camping in the middle of nowhere and honestly we were very worried if he will be okay or need help ahead on the road but grateful to meet such a wonderful person and a great human being; we always carry his memory in our minds and our hearts

[@diyit6725]

Here's a little collaboration video that we had the fortune to make with Iohan kzbin.info/www/bejne/j6LNgaNjqt6qqbc

[@mikerockwood8988]

Thanks Chris for this touching tribute. Many of my favorites are here as well. The world is definitely poorer since his passing and even though I never met Iohan I miss his spirit as I know the dogs, and cows, and horses that crossed his path do as well. Truly one of the best humans....

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

I couldn't agree more. He was an amazing human that will always be missed by humans and animals

[@laurippt]

Thank you for making this video! Such a great loss… 😢

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

It was nice going through old clips/memories with him. He will certainly be missed

[@philg2e724]

Thank you for putting this together. Iohan was a amazing modern day explorer, his spirit will forever be in all those he had encounter. He had such an incredible relationship with nature and its inhabitants . I very much will miss him and his great videos and dialog what a life he had.

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

You can see it even in how animals respond to him. They just seem to know he is a kind and good person. He will certainly be missed.

[@josegarces8080]

Desde Ecuador sintiendo mucho la perdida de este gran ser humano paso cerca de mi casa cuando cruzo por Ecudor y desde ahi fue una fuente de impiración no es un adios sino un hasta luego verdadero CAMPEON ...

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

He was always a great inspiration!

[@saltwaterlou]

I enjoyed watching him years ago, signed up for his Patreon and everything. Life went on and I had not seen any new content. It was not until this week when I looked up YT page and noticed of his passing. This breaks my heart so much. He was living his best life; most of us only dream or live vicariously through those who actually step out into the void. His heart and persona seemed so honest and true. I will miss him, RIP :(

[@investron9423]

I kept his bike photo as a tribute/remembrance of him...as my channel's profile photo.... inspiration

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

He was very inspiring to say the least.

[@investron9423]

@@ChrisMurrayEWC 200% Agree...he is a legend....will live forever in the hearts of bikepackers

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

@@investron9423 absolutely, his stories will like on for years to come.

[@icecold4559]

I always liked seeing his polar bear license plate on his bike in his videos, which he got from a garage here in Tuktoyaktuk some years back..RIP a man who bike the tuk ice road and down the dempster highway amazing human being

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

@@icecold4559 He truly was

[@javierperal4358]

Iohan solo tengo palabras de agradecimiento por vivir una vida tan emocionante e inspiradora y mostrar lo mejor de este mundo. Siempre estaras en mis aventuras. Descanse en Paz.

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

He would appreciate that, thank you

[@jamesmerritt7273]

I am only now just finding out about Iohan’s death. Shocked and saddened, but even more heart broken to learn of his struggle that caused him so much pain. May God bliss him.

[@gogokate17]

thank you for making this video. Iohan Gueorguiev was the most genuine person I've known of. Still can't believe he met his death at so young an age.

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

My pleasure, it was nice to look back through some of the time we spent together and to relive some of his adventures. He truly was an amazing and genuine person. I was definitely surprised by it as well, I talked to him often and never knew he struggled internally as he did. Thank you for being a friend to him.

[@buffalo4127]

Chris, this is so remarkable...a tribute to a truly remarkable and creative person, Iohan Gueorguiev. One day I tuned in to see where Iohan was peddling to next and much to my utter amazement I learned of his passing. I still can’t fully believe that there will be no more adventures in his life. I can’t actually remember when I found him on youtube, it’s just that he became part of my life in his remote travels and I lived vicariously through his videos. He seemed to always answer my comments with genuine gratitude. I like to think that perhaps the earth had become too small and somehow he now is free to wander the Milky Way and beyond.

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

One can hope he is on new, much more grand adventures now. Thanks for the kind words. I am sure Iohan was genuinely grateful. He was as genuine in person as he comes across in his videos.

[@DDowson284]

Gutted but I hope his legacy is for many more people to just get out there and see the world.

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

I already know a number of people that he has inspired so his legacy will definitely be a positive one.

[@Brendanno100]

Chris, A wonderful video in memorial to Iohan

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

Thank you, he will be missed

[@Brendanno100]

@@ChrisMurrayEWC I am rewatching see the world and you just appeared in episode 4, I hope in the future you will take some comfort in knowing you helped and supported Iohan to see the world and leave behind a truly remarkable reflection of our world

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

@@Brendanno100 I feel grateful we were able to spend some time together in person a couple times. It was great to be a small part of his journey, even if that ended too soon.

[@sailingbikingandmore2765]

RIP you magnificent traveling nomad. Depression is such a bitch. Love from SF Bay Area

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

I just wish he would have made it more know how much he was struggling. He would have had hundreds if not thousands of people ready to help find resources/fund treatment but he was always too humble to ask for help. He was truly an amazing human and will be missed.

[@perroconchaleco17]

Creo que a diferencia de muchas otras personas que generan gran admiración ya sean músicos, artistas o algún otro en la cual estás personas tienen un equipo que las asesora ya sea como vestirse, como pararse frente al público, manejar sus redes sociales, Etc. Creo que todo esto genera una ilusión de esas personas que finalmente no sabes cómo realmente son. Para mí Iohan es mi héroe, nunca una persona que solo ví a través de una pantalla género tanta admiración, pero como mencionaba anteriormente la diferencia es que Iohan hizo sus vídeos el solo, no podía mostrarse de otra forma un tipo puro y auténtico. Cuando estás a 5000 mts de altura con lluvia empujando una bicicleta no puedes fingir absolutamente nada. En sus videos solo se mostró una persona humilde, sencilla y amable en toda situación. Muchas gracias por este bello homenaje

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

Thank you. Iohan was very genuine and humble. The first time he came to my house (episode 4) he only had a go pro, selfie stick and tripod as camera gear. It is amazing the videos he created with such simple tools. It truly shows his talent for story telling.

[@amek665]

It took me long time to process it back then when I learned about Iohan's death. Partly because I too have huge problems with sleeping and I know that those suicidal thoughts just get into your headspace even when you love to live. I'm sure he didn't see another way how to get rest. If he did, he would have no need to end his life. His videos are one of the most beautiful and soothing I ever came across and it feels like I knew him and lost a friend. Rest in peace, genuine kind soul.

[@mikclik9636]

Clearly I am not alone in mourning the loss of lohan. One of the bravest men I never met. Good luck in this next adventure. You will be sadly missed in our community

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

Absolutely, he was an amazing person and will always be missed

[@wastinson]

Thanks Chris. So sorry about Iohan...

[@RodandoporBolivia]

Alma libre, descansa en paz.

[@LukacsPeter1]

R.I.P. He gave us so much hope, kindness, and support in this years, please all, we must try to share at least the same with our fellows, maybe this would give us a better world ...

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

He was great at that. I am hopeful for the people who are working towards building a better future for everyone.

[@wavewaker2]

Thanks Chris for making this memorial video .

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

My pleasure

[@cielskis5031]

I am so sad he is gone. Thank you for this tribute. I am working with TrailsBC to save the Trans Canada Trail in British Columbia Canada. He is one of the few people who could ride it in December human powered. He walked his bike a lot.

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

He seemed to enjoy "unpassable" trails for sure! He will be missed but I am sure he would appreciate your efforts with TrailsBC. It sounds like you are doing some great work there!

[@herenowlife]

Inspirational, after all that he did that it seems kind of unfitting really. He seemed to have so much more he wanted to see. RIP.

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

He struggled with sleeping issues, unfortunately those can lead to some serious depression. He will certainly be missed.

[@leonyeh]

It’s the Width of Life That Matters, Not the Length. rest in peace iohan.

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

His life may have been short but it was larger than most people will ever experience

[@slowwerthensnot]

Great job Chris, still crushed by this news, good memories at the dizzy drome

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

Thanks man, that was a fun day!

[@marylim2011]

missing him still...

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

Same

[@mikeholmes5824]

I can't believe it took me this long (today is Dec. 18, 2022) to find out that Iohan has left us. It had been so long since I'd seen a new video from him and I decided to google him. You are my favorite adventurer and wonderful human being, Iohan. Rest now.

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

He was an amazing human for sure.

[@warchiefed]

cheers chris i remember when he first started i saw how it would be nice if he could talk with everyone he met 'he ask me after i told him why don't you get google translator i saw how much he had learned spanish also .😞 i just found out and ask why i pray he is have on the biggest trail ever .god bless us all

[@lindaevans6796]

Thank you

[@alen-commentnazi8774]

I cannot believe this

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

Same

[@krollpeter]

Same. Obviously far more people in the world knew him than his channel suggests. So many miss him now, including me.

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

@@krollpeter it is amazing how many people he has impacted. Truly an amazing human.

[@JonnyHamster]

Iohan was kind enough to e-mail a birthday greeting to my wife whilst he was editing in Santaigo-de Chile. So many highlights I don't know where to start. STW13 Mackenzie River missing hiker tragedy , crossing Bolivain salt-pans, camping by a Candian transmitter in a whiteout, the whole inhospitable Puna thing, and one that always makes me smile - when he runs out of cows / dogs / horses / guanaco etc. to befriend so has to rsort to saying 'Hi!' to the cacti 😄 Sorely missed.

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

Iohan had such a big and genuine heart. He will always be missed for sure.

[@nihilistarchitect]

You are still, you will always be missed, even by strangers like me who never had the chance to know you. Every time I watched and still watch his videos, I always had a sense of awe for the all the nature he has seen, a sense of excitement for the adventure, a sense of joy but also melancholy. I often cried as I watched on my couch and on my computer screen at the office during lunch break. I cried for all that beauty, but also for the realization that a few do what he did, while others just sit and watch on the sidelines. I still hope one day I will be able to have a tiny bit of that kind of freedom. You are one of my Heros for sure. Miss you.

[@argonauth]

I am really saddened for his departure. Iohan was such an inspiration and for maybe 4 years I have waited impatiently for his videos. He is going to be missed.

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

He will definitely be missed. Thankfully he left many stories behind to keep inspiring us for years to come.

[@jthoang436]

I didn’t know you until I read an article of your passing on the NYT, and have been bingeing on your videos. Their lyrical beauty, the gentle spirit always leave behind a smile on my face and some hope in my heart. May your tent be always dry now, your bike always faithful, and may the cows leave you alone.

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

"stupid cows" is one of my favorite bits. He was an amazing human

[@IvesvanderFlaas]

That's certainly the worst news I've heard today. My condolences to his many friends and family.

[@ChrisMurrayEWC]

It took me by surprise when I learned about it as well. He will be missed