Riding TOURMALET!!! Ride Across the Pyrenees Day3

[@simonfunwithtrains1572]

Hi Katie, you are very wise to have the Garmin in Reach Mini2. As someone who covers First Aid for Extreme outdoor sports events I notice that you carry your Garmin attached to your bike. Should you be unfortunate to have an accident while riding you could become separated from your bike by some distance and unable to reach you Emergency device If possible I would suggest for your safety that you try to find a way of having the Garmin with you on your person at all times . All the best wonderful ride and Video .

[@redauwg911]

Another great video thank you. Upside down town signs , It's a campaign by farmers to draw attention to what they say is their increasingly precarious way of life.

[@carlrichards9333]

It's the best part of travelling alone in whatever form , stepping out of your comfort zone and feeling alone and scared....not listening to all the negatives of why you shouldn't but instead realizing that "courage is not freedom from Fear, its being afraid and continuing on...within this a whole new world opens up that feels so natural and free that you then realize what was all the fuss about ...🙏

[@altern8tive]

The upside-down place names is a farmers protest at the constantly changing bureaucracy imposed on them by government and other agencies. Literally sending their livelihoods and mental state into a topsy-turvy situation hence the topsy-turvy signs :)

[@OneLuckyDuck71]

Wow, 3,246 m in elevation! What a great feat. Thank you for sharing this beautiful scenery with us.

[@KatieKookaburra]

Thanks for watching x

[@RoyClare]

“It’s just riding your bike” …. 🤙🏽🎉🤣

[@KatieKookaburra]

Always!

[@jimcurry3906]

I’m loving going on this trip with you, your joy and personality are a treat, and those views!

[@KatieKookaburra]

Jim, my ABSOLUTE pleasure!!!!! So glad you're enjoying it as much as I am.

[@The29ervince]

Chapeau Katie! Our group crossed paths with you at the top of the iconic Tourmalet. We all couldn’t believe how you were able to ride up the climbs fully loaded in the heat of the day! Awesome effort on a daily basis! It’s great to watch your vlogs unfold of your trip. The decent of the Peyresourde from the crepe house was my fav of the trip, but every climb & descent have views for days. Photos don’t do it justice. Happy cycling. 🚴

[@cathschofield7488]

Another super instalment. These are some of the best videos you’ve done. I love the fact that the ride is not part of an ‘event’ so everything can be done on your own agenda

[@KatieKookaburra]

That’s why I love it too - just get out there and ride as much or little as I want. I am LOVING these rides and videos too. I feel another series coming on after this. Where would you want to see me ride and film another series?? 🙂

[@cathschofield7488]

@@KatieKookaburra Geneva to Nice (alpine raid) is also gorgeous but might be a bit similar to this series. I’ve always liked the idea of finding a cheap flight to somewhere in Europe then riding home

[@Francesco_M.]

You tamed the beast Col du Tourmalet itself like you would take your cat to the vet! And added some more climbing to it going forward.. yeah, that is impressive and thrilling and inspiring. You've got _the heart of a Lion_ Katie K! 🦁 You might have got used to doing back to back, gruelling multiple days events like this but to many of us it still feels awe-inspiring. Ride safe, get some rest; back home, whenever that might be, a lot of people are cheering you on ! 😁😄 😊 👏🙏 = )

[@obsoleteindustry]

Would you say that this is the best cycling you have ever done? It looks otherworldly, great roads, views and amenities

[@FrankJohnson-r3e]

So pretty over there in France 🇫🇷 and the Pyrenees 😊 🥰 Hello from Clearwater, Florida 👋 very nice vid too 😀

[@edstorey4675]

Goose bump scenery, and cows with bells! Thank you for the excellent in reach/garmin expiration. As a solo mountain biker, not resort/bike parks but remoter the better trail rider, I see the in reach is a must get. The climb info of the Garmin to know” where to stand n struggle vs spin n cadence count to a thousand is really smart. I love to climb.

[@Velodan1]

Really love your travelogue. I did a bike tour years ago and overpacked. I think I dumped half of it out after the first two days. It does take some experience to know what’s absolutely essential. Because you have to haul it up every damn hill so it better be pretty damn essential. By the way, I subscribed 😊

[@garethjones3806]

Love the smooth surface of the Aspin. Always a pleasure that one.

[@KatieKookaburra]

It’s LUSH isn’t it?! What a treat

[@paulainaustria9180]

What a phantastic achievement, so glad for you you made it. The guys lifting your bike 😜 cudos to you! Thank you for taking us on this trip.

[@eduardemiliantudor8327]

Thank you!

[@RedHeadAgent]

"Life is good!" It's so fun to see all of the other cyclists around you all the day long. You're in amazing shape - climbing and talking at the same time without losing your breath. Three...Three! huge climbs in one day!

[@KatieKookaburra]

Thank you xx

[@gibfear]

I rode a TT stage the day before the tour back in 2013, was a fantastic experience that I'll never forget.... Just shocked it's 11 years ago, I need to go back!!

[@KatieKookaburra]

You do need to!! :) it’s so gooood over here 🤩

[@elizabeththompson4304]

Your pure unadulterated joy is intoxicating! Loving this series and excited to see more. BTW...what sunglasses are you wearing? They look like they fit perfectly with your helmet and are very comfortable. I would love to know. Thanks.

[@johnhamilton5324]

Absolutely loving watching your progress on this trip. Very well done. I love the Pyrenees,not as high or snowy as the Alps but I prefer them somehow. The upside down roadsigns were done by the farmers in their dispute with the government about 6 months back. You see them all over France like that. I've got the Garmin 530 and I don't think it has animal in the road warnings on it but the one I use in the van has. They're not live warnings but alerts for animals crossing e.g. where you see the picture of a cow or deer on a road sign. If the 1050 has got live animal alerts, that is impressive.Take care and have fun.

[@johnmccoy9653]

"Life is good!" PERFECT choice of music for those epic descents!!!

[@KatieKookaburra]

Looooooove it!!!! So so good. That descent!!!

[@kevinscott3656]

Yay Miss Katie!! You're doing awesome!! I like your videos because they are not so technical and they are enjoyable to watch. I am from Canada and other than the Rocky Mountains, 3000km away from here, we have nothing like that. We are basically trees and rocks!! haha. I cycled during my youth.. did 20 miles a day, back and forth from school. And then on the weekends I would do at least 150 miles, maybe a little bit more. What happened, you ask? Two things.. I got my drivers license and caved into peer pressure and began smoking tobacco. Well, 9 or 10 years ago I quit smoking, but i was dealing with a severe injury to my wrist.. Kien Bocks disease. The lunate bone in my wrist disintegrated!! I was having difficulty leaning on the handle bars of a fairly aggressive bike.. GTR Series 5. So I gave up again, but began walking every day. Then one day last year my knee started to ache whenever I walked, and it would be really sore for 2-3 days afterwards. I started to feel discouraged, because, what am I going to do? I prayed about it and the Lord directed me back to cycling again, but this time around I bought and endurance bike. What a difference!! I am able to ride for 2 - 3 - 4 hours at a time without any problems!! So this spring I bought a Scott Speedster 20 and have been riding it for the spring and early summer. As of late, it is either terribly hot or raining, but I am hoping to get back out in the next couple of weeks..

[@KatieKookaburra]

Trees and rocks... I LIKE!!! I think I would like it there. Are there sheepies though??? So good you're riding again well done. Go and enjoy!

[@kevinscott3656]

@@KatieKookaburra Northern Ontario can be a very rugged place. It is kind of hard to explain. We have a level of modernity within the urban areas, but rurally? Where I live, in Elliot Lake, we have all kinds of back roads where I can go for miles and miles without seeing anyone. Many of the roads are paved and in fairly good condition because they see relatively little traffic. Unfortunately, we have very few sheepies to see. Most of the farms are off the main highway and back in boondocks.

[@gregorygrantham6908]

It's a good time to reflect on life. Nothing to be afraid of. Just another challenge to conquer. Hang in there.

[@malcontent_1]

Katie 🙂 you big ol' softy! This is such a nice trip so far. So many ruminant road blocks.

[@stevebrandt3645]

Just loving your Pyrenees videos, Katie! You are absolutely right about taking the opportunity to do the things you've always wanted to do while you're young. Having just gotten back into cycling at the tender age of 70, you've inspired me to start climb training and, hopefully, I'll be able to have as fantastic a cycling adventure as you are having.

[@KatieKookaburra]

That is amazing well done you!! We HAVE to take the opportunity! If we can ride then we are pretty lucky indeed so let's use it and enjoy these roads x

[@VinceBeserra]

How exciting watching your trip across the Pyrenees. Almost all my ultra endurance cycling was done solo. I'll never forget how the adventure factor was off the scale for me on those rides especially night rides. What a blast!!! You've got some great Garmin products too. Smart way to travel Katie. Love the views and thanks for sharing...

[@KatieKookaburra]

The adventure factor is something else when solo right? I don't know what makes it that bit more exciting / scary etc? It just does! Woop woop! Thank so much Vince

[@malcontent_1]

I'm glad you alluded to the mind games we often play on _ourselves_ when we are not familiar with a particular climb. The psychology of confidence vs. ignorance is interesting.

[@KatieKookaburra]

It's all mind games... and once we can master the mind we can do ANYTHING! Well apart from overpacking haha.

[@malcontent_1]

@@KatieKookaburra that takes a special talent

[@BeeRich33]

Garmin equipment I gave up on. GPS62STC was absolute turmoil. Not to mention getting maps into the unit.

[@NeilLavitt]

What absolutely stunning scenery - you should be paid by the Fench tourist board for these fantastic videos. Your All Points North is still my favourite video, but this series is also good. The Edge 1050 screen looks very good, sharp, bright and bright colours. It is super tempting for a 1040 Solar owner who probably doesn't need the super long battery life,. Good job that you can't buy them in Australia now.

[@GoodStreeets]

Enjoying this series - it looks like an incredible part of the world!

[@KatieKookaburra]

Thanks so much I LOVE riding it and making these videos. It's the DREAM for me so really glad you are enjoying the videos. Daily videos woop woop! Let me know where you want to see me ride and film next... definitely open to suggestions ....

[@GoodStreeets]

@@KatieKookaburra Japan! 👏

[@JohnDoe-ll9uh]

You are a beast. Tournalet is HARD and after that the Aspin should have done you in but you look totally fresh. Congrats

[@KatieKookaburra]

Thank yooou I was riding really steady though :)

[@kevinlyon9501]

That was a big day out, more lovely views. I'm the same never drink enough.

[@johnisonhisbike]

Did these ones last year coming from the other direction. Watching makes me want to go again and do this route!

[@sazridesbikes]

Always inspiring Katie. Always 🎉

[@KatieKookaburra]

Thanks my friend x

[@sazridesbikes]

@@KatieKookaburra awww…my pleasure. Keep keeping it real. Been a struggle the last year as I had a horrible kitchen accident and my left hand doesn’t work that well now. But a tiny ride on Saturday filled me with joy. It brings so much, and thank you for taking us on your journey of joy too xx

[@petewilliams4289]

How fantastic, 30 seconds in and just more amazing scenery :-)

[@JPBVideo]

This has been fun to watch! You’re doing great! I know that for me, the Wahoo Summit thing (similar to Garmin Climb Pro) lets me know that the hills really do end at some point. Otherwise, my silly reptile brain tells me that the hill will last forever. Like you, it’s really helped my climbing game.

[@zoomlenz]

Enjoyed your trip. Very informative.

[@KatieKookaburra]

Glad you enjoyed it! Still got some to go yet... plenty of climbs and adventures to go :)

[@loriscott3290]

Oooooo!!!!! I loved this!!! Thank you!!!! I would love to ride that route!!!!!

[@KatieKookaburra]

Well keep watching the vids…. I will show you how with a potentially really simple way of doing it all 😍😋

[@JamesSmith-ly2ef]

Love my Garmin 1040 and climb pro was a god send when I done the Dragon ride last month. I need to start using Livetrack as well as I use WhatsApp location that drains my phone battery

[@Mullet94]

Great video series and your are an inspiration. The upside down town names is a protest by the local farmers because of some of the anti farming laws brought in by the French Government, to the farmers the world is upside down.

[@fatblokediets9648]

Blimey, you totally lucked out with the weather again - what awesome views! Great work, it’s not the most pleasant of climbs, particularly the last km , and that’s without a fully laden bike.

[@KatieKookaburra]

Well wait for today's video and the weather comment... well I didn't the following day ahah. But all I wanted was to be able to ride Tourmalet in nice wether and I sure did luck out. So grateful for that!!

[@michaelknibb4460]

Katie. Re upside down village signs. Its in support of the farmers and their protest about the cost of food / wages.

[@kirstanroberts2520]

Hey lovely lady...Thank you!! I'm loving watching these videos of you in France. I was just thinking of doing this exact kind of trip and here you are doing exactly what I'd like to do. The first day you summed it up perfectly...being a fellow Audax rider I have recently come to the decision that I also don't enjoy riding the long distances with a time restriction, I need more faffing time to enjoy the scenery and vegan food. It's a bonus to hear that this is a RAID too. I think you said you'll cover all the planning in a video later so I'm looking forward to hearing all about it.... I might plan this for next year. Love your work, stay safe :)

[@KatieKookaburra]

Yasssss thanks so much!! Well I am thinking of putting all the details / GPX etc together into a guide so you can go and ride the exact same thing. That something you would be interested in??

[@kirstanroberts2520]

@@KatieKookaburra yesss please! That would be amazing 😀 I was curious if it was an Audax RAID or not? Obviously you didn’t do it as an Audax ride but perhaps the maps are on the website. Your videos are definitely inspiring me plan the trip, wish Australia wasn’t so far away from there 🥴 I loved where you started too! I walked the Camino a few years ago and was in both Bilbao and Santander..such a gorgeous part of Spain.

[@Greg.Sutton]

Totally agree with you about the "just do it" - 3 of my 4 trip to the Pyrenees have been solo. If you wait for others to do the things you want to do you may never do them. In Bagneres de Luchon there is another lodge run by an ex pat couple - its called Free Range Chalet. It is a great base for that area of the Pyrenees. That first view of the day is Hautacam and Col de Trammasal (the secret sneaky extra 1.5km that sits on top of the TDF Hautacam finish). Where you crossed the green bridge at about 45seconds - if you go right at the traffic island just up there - it will take you up to Cauterets Cambasque which was a TDF finish in 2023. That said there is a BETTER climb up that section of the valley called Pont D'Espagne. Personally if it was me when climbing Tourmalet from Luz saint Sauvier i would use the Voie Laurent Fignon route instead of the main road - its so much nicer and traffic free. As your climbing Col D'Aspin when you get to Payolle you have a choice the road splits the LH fork is Aspin and over to Arreau, If you take the RH fork it takes you up and over Horquette D'Ancizan which is IMO the prettier more remote climb and it puts you in pretty much the same place the other side of the climb - just the spot for the Peyresourde. Incidentally the Arreau valley is also the place you will find climbs such as Portet, lac de cap de Long, Pla Adet, val Louron Azet. This is the area i want to explore more of in the Pyrenees as i have only scrapped the surface this far over. Town / village names are upside down due to protests. Drinking - 500ml an hour especially if its hot in the mountains is what i find i need. Keep your eye out for the little village taps. They are usually at / near the "Marie" building. It will say "non potable" is its not drinking water other than that your good to go.

[@KatieKookaburra]

EXACTLY Greg. Don't waste opportunities or experiences just because others don't want to go. I also think when you go alone you make way more effort with other people so have a much more varied and rich experience. When we go with friends we tend to stick to talking with just them. Whereas when alone you want to have a chat :) Loved my solo rides. Where shall I ride next???

[@Greg.Sutton]

@KatieKookaburra - for me, where's next is such a personal thing. The destination has to mean something and tick that bucket list. I am currently weighing up several choices. 1). Arreau Valley - Pyrenees. 2). Alta Badia - Dolomites 3). Bourg San Maurice - Alps 4). Fjords - Norway. 5). Monuments Routes.

[@Greg.Sutton]

@KatieKookaburra - for you if you enjoyed this area. I would base yourself at the lodge I recommended yesterday. Pyrenees Cycling Lodge. You could easily fill another week riding climbs in the Argeles valley that you have not done. Spandelles / Tentes / Tromousse / Hautacam / Luz Ardiden / Pont D'Espagne / Cauteret Cambasque / Coraduque / Horquette. There is also a multitude of gravel rides in the valley - including Pic du Midi Bigorre / Montee Baston / Lac de Gliere / Pic du Bergon / Hautacam Gravel / Col de Calibiros / Col de Lier.

[@garethjones3806]

Agree the Horquette is a beaut.

[@JaccoSW]

I just came back from a tour from Paris to Santiago de Compostella and I dipped down to Donostia/San Sebastian as well. The Pyrenees are beautiful, though some of the climbs are insanely steep and I wasn't always that happy with going down an 18% descent only to have a sharp corner at the bottom and an 18% climb right after again. But I would definitely do it again... just maybe without a fully loaded touring bike. XD

[@secretbrad9259]

I’m loving this series Katie! HUGE kudos to you for having the kahoonas to, as Nike would say, just do it! Hyper envious! Such an inspiration thank you

[@KatieKookaburra]

Thanks Brad, and honestly THIS is what I make videos for... to share places, to have adventures but also to show how easy it can be and that it isn't daunting doing these things. That it's all within reach for all of us! Video on planning and details of what to do if you want to do this exact route also :)

[@Tom-gr4em]

Great vid, tip for the Garmin in reach, I would keep it attached to your person as you ride, if the worst happened and somehow you became separated from your bike in a crash or something else. then you would still have access to it. I clip mine to the shoulder strap of my bag when I'm travelling on my dirt bike. Ride safe ✌️

[@KatieKookaburra]

I do like that idea but... nothing really to clip it to as a roadie. And not a fan of things in my pockets. But good thing to consider for sure. Thanks Tom

[@henrybuckeldee3783]

Wow what views and cycling roads. Good to meet a few cyclists to keep motivated. Surprising how many folk are doing that route. Take care Katie.

[@KatieKookaburra]

Yesss I couldn’t believe how many cyclists I saw every day - it was really lovely and would recommend the route to anyone. Such a great trip and know you would love it too!

[@henrybuckeldee3783]

@@KatieKookaburra Saw your ride today Thursday. Very changeable weather. Stay healthy. Think this is one of the best little mini adventures you have done. Lovely scenery. And wonderfully planned by you.

[@thebikepackingadventurer]

Nothing beats the mountains. I’ve never ridden in the Pyrenees, but I have endlessly in the alps and they’re basically the same 😂🏔️

[@KatieKookaburra]

They are steeeeper for sure! But love the Alps also.

[@thebikepackingadventurer]

@@KatieKookaburra yes my friend rode from Cherbourg to southern Spain. Struggle with 20mgs of touring gear to get over the Pyrenees 😂. Strong as an ox when he got back though and back on his road bike

[@user-kr1ue9oc8w]

You always have such a nice and positive charisma😊

[@KatieKookaburra]

Thanks - well those mountains and that weather on a bike brings the best out of me!!! ☀️☀️☀️☀️

[@Wolfloid]

Great trip, great planning. I’m amazed at the distances you cover. Do you know how much your bike alone weighs? How much your kit weighs? It would be interesting to know that.

[@sandbanks12]

Hi Katie, Another great video… You have raised an interesting point about hydration and nutrition on a ride. As we are both doing the Garmin Ride Out next month it would be really helpful for your insight into this area especially for newbies like me.

[@Adam_Crebo]

I'm heading here next week, can't wait! Family holiday, so not cycling-specific, but couldn't help but hire a bike for a couple days to do a few cols...

[@kynasf]

Hire the family e-bikes and they can be your support crew!

[@peterneumann7145]

Well done young lady. Set off early as you can

[@Ndin-ip4su]

Agree Garmins are great 👍 I love my Edge 540!

[@KatieKookaburra]

They are SO good, always loved them since my first Edge 1000 but these ones are super charged! The 540 is a beast also.

[@matthewvelo]

Hi Katie, great video as always. I use a Garmin inReach on my hiking trips; never thought about tethering it to my Garmin head unit. Thanks for the tip!

[@leecox5128]

I had to google as we saw loads of upside down signs as well, it’s a protest by the farmers.

[@RH_000]

Well done on your awesome adventure so far, looks absolutely incredible!!! The new Garmin looks really good, just a pity they're so darn expensive here in SA.

[@alistairmacfadyen9365]

You are amazing, well done you

[@beksmith6382]

What do you think of the Garmin radar system? Is it actually helpful? Also, I just discovered your channel, and I am very inspired by your journey!! Thank you for all you’re doing for we ladies!

[@ChrisSpriggs-rj2ys]

Awesome how you have bounced back from the setbacks of last year 😊

[@KatieKookaburra]

Some time off and epic routes is the best mix!!!

[@donpaul4585]

Thanks Katie! Living on the east of the US it’s very flat, you almost make me want to climbing.Well almost 😵‍💫

[@KatieKookaburra]

Climbs are the best! But bet you are way better in a head or cross wind that I am 🙂🙂😛

[@meadows408]

You are the Queen of the Mountains please get a polka dot jersey!

[@KatieKookaburra]

I wish - the speed I was lugging that suitcase up there that day.... not my fastest but... It was the best fun so surely I get a jersey for that right?

[@olivergroning6421]

Looking at your Strava profile of the tour, considering your bike packing setup, you are flying up these passes! Day after day, Big Kudos!!!

[@KatieKookaburra]

Awwww thank you so much!!!! That is so nice. Would love to go and ride some of them just the bike and ZERO luggage though ha. But the descents are dreeeeamy

[@MrLuigi-oi7gm]

You are such a Warrior! 👏💪👏💪👏💪 Watching these videos of your adventures on the bike just warms my heart with the sweetest goodness. Thank you so much, Luv. (I am American, but I am studying British 😬) BTW, my wife REQUIRES I use Garmin LiveTrack no matter the length of my rides. She says it's for safety. But I KNOW it's because she wants to keep tabs on me and make sure I don't venture into any "naughty" activities. 😂😂😂 Fact is, that's all good by me. It's nice to be wanted. ♥️♥️♥️

[@KatieKookaburra]

Hahahaha nah I think it is safety - it's so reassuring for loved ones to know we are out safe and enjoying rides. But it is nice to be loved and to be wanted for sure :)

[@Nibes000]

6:51 that photography!

[@KatieKookaburra]

Stunnnnnning!!!!

[@henrybuckeldee3783]

Some amazing pieces of tech you have. And thank you for the description everyone can understand.

[@KatieKookaburra]

My absolute pleasure Henry, I’m not very ‘tech’ minded but love it when I know how it works so want to share the best bits that work for me :)

[@tenfoottown]

These videos are great. Looking forward to the next one. So inspiring. Thanks.

[@KatieKookaburra]

Yassss I LOVE these so much. My favourite type to ride and to film, I just love it.

[@RobBob_Wales]

Nice one Katie !

[@justinpeer5660]

Really enjoying following this trip Katie. As someone who’s coming back to cycling after many years away, it’s really interesting seeing how you use the tech as I ride solo almost all the time and have just bought a 1050 as my first bike computer and starting to figure out what it can do.

[@KatieKookaburra]

Justin, wow.... you got the 1050 as your first bike computer. Well you are going to LOVE it. If you have any questions just ask... :) I am pretty hand with a Garmin so can try and help. Happy cycling Justin

[@markhammer060]

I had the same experience with drinking too little earlier this month riding from Saint Nazaire to Nantes in 30 degrees. I almost had to walk the last climb, really tough lesson to learn!Anyway kudos to you for the trip and the tips!

[@KatieKookaburra]

Glad it wasn’t just me haha. Need. More. Orangina. 🍊🍊🍊🍊🍊

[@helendale7668]

Placenames are upside down because the farmers are fed up with policies being completely topsy-turvy. The equivalent in french is "tout marche sur sa tête" = everything is walking on its head.

[@andypicken7848]

Great post thanks. Really enjoyed it

[@KatieKookaburra]

Glad to hear it! More vids to commmmeeee

[@larryryan6003]

Thank you for sharing. You are an inspiration!

[@KatieKookaburra]

You are so welcome! Thanks Larry 🙂🥰

[@larryryan6003]

@@KatieKookaburra You are very welcome!

[@alanbenham4139]

Chapeau Katie

[@sccxvelo]

Bigger/long climbs usually easier gradients while shorter-medium are steep p.i.t.a. The big climbs are done now and climbs should hopefully be easier. It is just endurance now next few days.

[@KatieKookaburra]

Very true!

[@batporio]

Katie, it would be great if you do a video explaining the actual pacing strategy on a climb. It is great that the Climb Pro gives the data but how do you use it. Like on a 10km climb you have sections of 5%, 10%, etc. To what power you ride where for what time etc. I found that ClimbPro doesn't help me much as I just suffer the same but I have the anxiety of knowing that so much more is left :) So using it right is very important as using it wrong can be daunting.

[@neilarrowsmith6138]

Loving the adventure 👌

[@KatieKookaburra]

Me tooooo!!! Don’t want it to end

[@Louisejames23]

Loving these videos, looks like you’re having a fantastic time ❤😊🚴‍♀️

[@KatieKookaburra]

It is the BEST Louise, just the absolute best! x

[@Onealmightypod]

Love the way that guy appreciated the weight of your bike after the climb 😂

[@KatieKookaburra]

Right?! Hahahahah it is a beast!!!

[@CarnivoreDMD]

As a former vegetarian in my 20’s, my best health & performance is NOW as a mostly carnivore! I found malnutrition was holding me back & causing many problems. My mHR is now the same as it was 30 years ago! Good luck & research Dr Noaks et Al.

[@KatieKookaburra]

Malnutrition is pretty tough - you can’t have been eating enough my friend. I’ve been vegan 10 years plus and never felt better. You do what works for you. I just could never go back to that.

[@CarnivoreDMD]

@@KatieKookaburra I hear you, You are doing pretty well and keep on riding!

[@digitalenglish3620]

Katir, first of all, great content as always. Secondly, the upside down signs are a form of farmer revolt against the government. You will see them all over the country a great form of passive resistance.

[@timcollins340]

All of the new features of the 1050 are now on the 1040 - apart from the bell and the voice instructions (but you can get those on your phone if you have a Strava route).

[@yannlavaud6067]

Congrats !!! but now we must go back to the Pyrénées for all the climbs you did and we didn't do yet !!! 😅

[@KatieKookaburra]

Well... wait for the planning video and you can go and do the same thing :) If you want to. And now you know what NOT to pack ha

[@StevieJD74]

This is one hell of a ‘full value’ video! Great riding and the scenery is amazing. Thank you so much for sharing. I think I might just end up bike packing this route.

[@KatieKookaburra]

You have to!!!!! And thanks for the push up Tourmalet :)

[@IanHulme]

I thought the upside down town signs was to tell you that you're leaving the town. But I might be wrong.

[@LornaT460]

Loving this trip!😍

[@KatieKookaburra]

Me tooooo, and so much more to come! :)

[@LloydjHardyFishing]

Nice video, thanks!

[@miguelcpt]

Inspirational 🎉

[@KatieKookaburra]

THANK YOU!

[@andyblades8946]

That’s not enough tinkles Katie! Loving the views though. This has to be the best trip yet

[@KatieKookaburra]

Andy, it ABSOLUTELY isn't enough!! hahaha I felt rough. Lesson to me and you lot.... drink. hahah.

[@andyblades8946]

@@KatieKookaburra Yep. I tend to be quite disciplined about it on the bike, but I’m terrible for it at work 😵‍💫

[@The_Ewan]

These are amazing videos. Any chance you might consider uploading uncut versions of the descents? Doesn't need commentary, but it'd be lovely to just watch the scenery the whole way down.

[@KatieKookaburra]

I love that, yes potentially but I didn't actually record the whole thing down but a fair bit of it. I wish I had on Tourmalet now but can always add it later - love that idea. It is like riding it seeing that I guess. It was so beautiful riding down.

[@mopedtobias9049]

That guy that turned around for being on your video is hilarious with his open sleeve haha.

[@KatieKookaburra]

Stop it hahahaha which bit?? I never even noticed that but need to see it now haha. Let me know what time in the video haha.

[@mopedtobias9049]

@@KatieKookaburra haha, come on you enjoyed the attention:) 8:55

[@user-fx2yq6ov7x]

Good mum

[@user-fx2yq6ov7x]

Hi Katie a good video again the roads look good great views you staying for the femes TDF? Takcare good too have that sos tracker

[@petplaytoday]

Great video. The signs are upside down because the farmers are protesting. Good info about the Garmin Mini 2.

[@KatieKookaburra]

Thanks for that, I didn't see them all over but just a few places. InReach Mini 2.... So good! :)

[@petplaytoday]

@@KatieKookaburra I live in France and all over the rural areas we have them. Never knew about the InReach mini 2, seems a great product.

[@livpoksoc]

Love all those features on Garmin. Climbpro just about kicks in here down south, but want to go somewhere that the graph can be zoomed out with red bars on 😂

[@KatieKookaburra]

Well come up north, specifically the DALES and you will see red for days haha.

[@livpoksoc]

@@KatieKookaburra I keep meaning to. I briefly grew up around Sheffield and we'd always go walking up the hills.

[@brianpurcell9058]

Awesome 👍👍👍👍

[@VidzVideo]

I just looked up the upside down Road sign thing. Apparently its to do with a Protest by local farmers in the area.

[@TonyQuarry]

Just had a thought re XS baggage in episode 2! Could you post the XS to your final destination to pick up on your way back? Great trip, thank you for posting & bon courage!

[@KatieKookaburra]

I did think this... but I wouldn't want to send a camera in the post in case it got lost. Good plan though! :) I will just not take as much next time haha.