JUST RELAXING BIKEPACKING 2023 EDITION

[@jeremyblakeborough8543]

Thanks

[@KeepSmilingAdventures]

Thank you so much, very kind :D

[@pmcmpc]

You've come such a long way. Your filming and editing is amongst the best of all solo outdoor sports channels on YT, not just cycling.

[@eflip5869]

The local pronunciation from a 6th generation sheep farmer of Machynlleth is, phonetically, Mack- in - lthleth. Just say it quickly! Love your work. Top Man. Keep pedalling my friend. John.

[@wendyweeks9080]

second time I watched this video. Love the sequence the last five minutes: Down hill, back to home, relaxing by the sea, overlooking civilization once again. And then, another brief reflection of being on the trails, sunrise to sunset and what joy and space that was, that still is. Thanks Josh, Lovely.

[@dalj4362]

Merry Christmas mate. Thanks for all the great videos this year. 👍

[@KeepSmilingAdventures]

😌 thanks mate that very kind. Merry Christmas to you too. Thanks for all the support 🙌

[@rubinsteinkleer8334]

Thankyou for these. Its hard sometimes to hold onto that moment when your on a solo ride when you just stop and grin in the middle of nowhere as you absorb the beauty and enormity of the task in hand, its a very soulful moment that I can't explain to others. Your videos encapsulated perfectly.

[@JamesSocialCycling]

Thank you, really enjoyed that😊👌

[@trepicks]

Just sublime. Doing much to help me back on the bike after knee replacement surgery.

[@lauzadis]

You Nailed it Josh!

[@trepicks]

Just sublime! Doing much to help get me back on the bike after knee replacement surgery.

[@francisday3187]

Beautiful ... and magical. Thank you. 🙏

[@mj-cd9lk]

Here he is again. My favourite videos ever. I think I’ve said this on everyone I’ve commented on but I get so emotional for some reason when I watch your videos mate. They are by far the best and I absolutely look forward to every one. In comparison, I’m a huge David Attenborough fan, his programs leave me feeling the same way. I adore seeing nature and all this beautiful world has to offer. I don’t get out as much as I’d like as I’m a full time carer for my wonderful mum ( I wouldn’t change that for the world) we used to do many trips like this when she was able. I’ve done many trips like this solo too. It’s the only time I ever feel alive and full of hope. That’s how your videos make me feel. The accompanying soundtracks you have are so beautiful and peaceful. Even hearing you talk is peaceful. Thank you for sharing your stunning journeys with us. They really are some of my favourite things to watch and they too give me a feeling of hope and I find them so inspiring. So THANK YOU ❤

[@Lepercurtidoo]

I like your videos and this one is my favourite so far. So peaceful and atmospheric. Don't get me wrong, it's nice when you are talking and explaining your adventures but in this hectic world of ours nowadays this one is 👌

[@WalksInCamera]

Some epic filming there. Brilliant!

[@garyboyle695]

Thats was very relaxing, time just flew by.

[@StefanSchaefers]

Hey, what a amazing compilation of your trips this year!!! I enjoy your video's and like to thank you for your work!!! Chears, Stefan

[@r0ll1ng3r]

Thats so wonderful. Sound, editing and of course your ride.

[@KevinFindlater]

Simply stunning, and stunningly simple. Thanks for sharing.

[@LightweightUK2007]

Vicarious cycling therapy 😌💚❄️🚲🙏🏼

[@bombero3368]

I am amazed at what it takes to compose your videos - riding to a spot to set up the camera; then ride back the way you came so that you can ride passed the camera; and then stop to go back and get the camera; and then do it over and over and over again. And then…edit all these snippets into one seamless video. Amazing! Well done!

[@fuzzymansam]

Beautiful videos, inspiring.

[@larserikrst4333]

Wonderful! It shows that you have spent a lot of time and effort in making this video.

[@jeremyblakeborough8543]

Simply outstanding. Thank you.

[@dunkwilsable]

Stunning, thanks for sharing your adventures, makes tv worth watching

[@Bokooda]

Hypnotic, stunning and exhausting (for you) and a pleasure to watch - the UK is a beautiful landscape. Thanks for showing us what we could see if only we venture out. How many Ginster's, pasties and pork pies did those journeys take I wonder.... Well done

[@gerarddriscoll5599]

Thanks for all your hard work. It just goes to show sometimes it's best to let the scenery do the talking. 🚴🚴🚴

[@lemonbee6304]

That was amazing,

[@ilyasdaud1352]

An awe inspiring video

[@tonypaddler]

I'd better get the kettle on for this one! 😀 Yup, knew it, absolute belter of a film, genuinely of cinematic quality! Great background music and you could still hear the crunching of the snow beneath your tyres. Perfect 👌👏🚴‍♂️👍

[@marktownend3782]

That was absolutely beautiful. Seriously, thank you

[@TheHiperloop]

great job bro. Exceptional landscapes and sound. Good road!

[@DanyaAnderson]

These videos are the best man I love the chill vibe and beauty of it all. 10/10

[@danvr41]

Awesome

[@todd92371]

WOW!!!! Exceptional riding, photography and editing. This is just beautiful!

[@warrenrae32]

Lovely footage beautiful scenery 🙏nicely done 👌👏🙂

[@karenb221]

Love this

[@markday1714]

fantastic content, the editing is inspired! thank you

[@SJ-tk4ri]

Thanks for sharing so many epic rides and adventures this year, brought together, as ever, in fantastic quality uploads.

[@KeepSmilingAdventures]

Thank you 🙏

[@StephenJones-hx1bz]

Terrific video to sum-up your year, Josh, have a great Christmas, then, back in the saddle for 2024! Respect

[@philkarn0]

I watched your M25 loop films a year ago or so and they were great fun. This however is truly epic, what a fantastic film. Love it, subscribed, thanks, Phil 👍🏼

[@Mel1175]

Thank you so much for sharing your brilliant rides Josh . Wishing you all the very best for Christmas and the new year 2024 . Thank you Josh 🤘🏻

[@KeepSmilingAdventures]

you too hope you have a nice christmas and new year :D Thank youu :D

[@lesliepalmer4269]

I love following all your adventures but this video was absolutely stunning. Great job and thanks for sharing!!

[@BikepackingAdventures]

Well done Josh you've had another year of big adventures. Those big sky drone footage days in Wales are beyond words. 👍

[@Savress]

living the dream, my friend. Thank you for all the tough journeys. Cheers

[@bramsaenen6853]

Great stuff! You capture the essence of why it's sometimes better to travel alone. I hope there are many adventures ahead of you the coming year

[@alexparker8355]

Amazing video it really captured the beauty of the landscape, i took a quick spin up to the tumble from pontypool today the view was amazing but so cold the battery in my phone died so no photo and the moment was lost forever. Seeing you channel rely inspires me to just get on the bike and go. Can't wait for the next video.Happy travels.

[@siemenz1225]

Thank you Josh for sharing your great journeys. I enjoy watching yours and Ryan van Duzer’s so much. While Ryan’s are hilarious and encouraging, yours are tranquil and soothing. You two are just like the two sides of a coin, and are Yin and Yang of human characters. Happy holidays to you!

[@siemenz1225]

Keep Smiling Keep Bikepacking!

[@SerNOELTV]

Now watching from the Philippines

[@KeepSmilingAdventures]

Welcome 🙌

[@nickforwood]

Brilliant video. Thanks. I watched it on the big screen and put my feet up. I kept thinking - where’s that? Do I recognise that bit?? If you had the time (what?), captions showing the locations would solve that problem for me. Then I would be able to switch captions on & off whilst viewing second time round…. I’m just going to have to watch all the individual 2023 vids again😂😂

[@AHURKY]

Thanks Josh for sharing your travels this year with us. Happy holidays and hope next year your adventures are serene, peaceful, fun, challenging and steeped with boundless energy. May your tyres run puncture free and once again thanks for inspiring us to get out there and ride. Cheers 🍻

[@KeepSmilingAdventures]

Thank you, happy holidays to you too, Thanks for the support :D

[@TheCoopsvids]

A great 2023 Josh been a real pleasure watching your adventures. Have a Merry Christmas buddy and here’s to a brilliant 2024. Atb Coops 👍🏻🚴🍻

[@ragleytrigadventures7422]

That’s one hell of a cinematographic job. I do short videos myself so I know a bit of a camera faff as I film my short video too. Happy Christmas mate

[@KeepSmilingAdventures]

Thanks mate that's very kind, have a good Christmas 🎅

[@simonwiltshire]

Well put together josh that was briliant! Thankyou.

[@alethearobinson8132]

What a wonderful way to spend a Sunday morning. Thank you Cheers🌞🚴‍♀️🖖

[@CirrusRC]

Stunning footage and scenery. Thanks for braving the conditions to bring us those shots. Merry Christmas to you.

[@KeepSmilingAdventures]

Happy holidays!

[@middleagedgamer9630]

Yeah, that was pretty relaxing. For me watching. I'm sure for you it was a little harder work :)

[@alanarmer8069]

👍👍

[@kenprice1047]

Wow! Such an amazing and relaxing video! Thank you for your hard work. I do have to ask, what PSI do you run in your rear tire? It often looks like it’s nearly flat.

[@cormacnultyify]

Realky enjoy the videos, just wondering what hardtail you would recommend, im similar dimensions to yourself 😊

[@markjones5802]

Truly inspiring Josh thank you. Is it for weight saving reasons that you don’t take cooking equipment? Your mileage is immense so that would make sense. 👌👌How do you donate?

[@KeepSmilingAdventures]

not really although that is a benefit i guess, i have carried cooking equipment in the past and i just found that i never could be bothered to cook anything at the end of the day, so just something i decided that i wasn't going to carry anymore. I also don't drink tea/coffee so don't need to boil water.

[@billyjo1148]

would you use sub 2inch tyres on your MTB

[@r0ll1ng3r]

Hey, i am new hear. Dio you can tell me/us something about this excellent camera? Thanks

[@орестос]

kl

[@GravelGorauGwynedd]

Are you going to learn how to pronounce Machynlleth in 2024?

[@KeepSmilingAdventures]

No promises 😆

[@BikepackingAdventures]

Hahaha when I visit that part of Wales i've come to call it Mack the Knife much to the amusement of anyone watching. Massacring Welsh place names since 2018.

[@patbriggsmbr]

No music would be great. Just the sound of the wind, tyres on track.

[@markjones5802]

Thanks

[@KeepSmilingAdventures]

Thank you mark that's very kind of you :D