Mind Blowing Cycling and Camping in the Redwoods - Pacific Coast Bike Route - Ep5

[@bikingviking6688]

What amazes me almost as much as your content is the fact that you don't have more subscribers. Keep up the great work, Diego! You're very inspiring and I'm doing my part to spread the word about your channel. 👍🏻👍🏻

[@FlyscoutRyder]

That is very much appreciated, Biking Viking, thank you. I know my subscribers are low but they are loyal and honest, no bots here. I am working on the case with the recent help of a friend who is also wondering how my content isn't drawing more attention. We'll see were it goes. Whatever help you can figure will be appreciated. My goal is to some day be able to spend more time at it and progress the content way farther. I have a depth of pipe dreams in store.

[@e46t]

I don't mind the length, but thinking aloud here, modern attention spans are pretty short (and, to be fair, there is quite a bit of competition for them). I think videos in the 10-12 minute range are supposed to be the sweet spot. Just a thought. Love the content and living vicariously through your adventures. A lot of thought and effort has gone into filming and editing these videos which I truly appreciate as a viewer.

[@FlyscoutRyder]

@@e46t Thank you. It's been fun to do. I hope to continue with it

[@FlyscoutRyder]

@@e46t Thank you for your feedback. Not sure what I'll end up doing in the future with season 4 but it'll likely be a different format. I believe in progression and it demands change.

[@RideAlongAdventures]

Wow. Speechless. I lived in Santa Rosa (CA) for six years and each Fall, I made my way up to the redwoods for the Humboldt Marathon (on the Avenue of the Giants). My neck would hurt so badly after each race from looking up into the trees. Funny…I said to myself, “he’s going to camp at Burlington!” So when your little red line ended there, I yelled out loud! 😂 I camped there three times. Good memories. Great video series, Diego. I really enjoy your channel.

[@FlyscoutRyder]

I've heard lots about this marathon. Very cool you have done it. It must be trippy to be running along there with thousands of people. Sorry about your neck pains, lol. Burlington is a special place indeed. The next episode ends at Manchester State Park, which was closed, where I sneak in and end up all alone for the night listening to the ocean in the distance. That one was memorable as well. Thanks for enjoying my channel. I hope it catches on and I can grow it. Take care

[@RonaldJanke-gn6hu]

Gr8 video

[@JohnStahl]

While making coffee this morning I get a notification that your next video has been posted. Wow! The Avenue of the Giants and the Northern California Coast is spectacular! Nice job.

[@FlyscoutRyder]

Hi John. It sure is spectacular scenery. Wait until the next episode of California's North Coast and the Leggett Hills, crazy beautiful. Thanks for saying hello and watching the episode

[@HackHunter1835]

Back to the Scout bike!? Whats cool is when you go on these bike tours and meet up with other riders (total strangers) and have that connection for being out there doing what you're doing. Those tree's man!

[@FlyscoutRyder]

True, when you meet up with other touring folk there is already a huge connection. I think it's because it's a relatively small niche and there is a sense of uniqueness. Not sure but either way it's awesome. Most times it's as if you already know the person the way you or the other person stop to chat and share knowledge. Yeah the trees!!!!! Thanks man.

[@MBT32]

Another piece of art! Beautiful area, one minute you're next to a beach, some miles further you're surrounded by giant trees. About the tent, I bought a one-person tent but I will buy a bigger one. I trade the extra weight for more space at night. In those cold nights it makes a big difference sleeping with your face away from the wall.

[@FlyscoutRyder]

Hi Mário. You are too kind, my friend, thank you. Yeah, it's from trees to coast line on this tour in the flip of a hat. I'm working on EP 6 and holly crap is it just that in an extreme way. It is going to be a great episode with more insane scenery. California is one beautiful state. By far, the two person tent of mine (Hilleberg Niak) is way more comfortable than this one person (Enan). Still, the Enan was so nice to use. It will be part of my channel depending on where I go. Thanks for reaching out and watching. Take care my friend

[@MBT32]

@@FlyscoutRyder it really is a beautiful State. Forests, deserts, beaches, mountains and volcanos. Can't wait for your next episode! (Fingers crossed) if every thing goes as planned I will cycle thru it next February as part of my tour. Nevada, California, Arizona and Utah. The California part will be "just" Death Valley, the southern part of the eastern Sierra (if it's not too cold), then south to Barstow, Baker, Mojave preserve and east to Parker, Arizona. Take care, my friend.

[@FlyscoutRyder]

@@MBT32 That's gonna be insane. I am planning that same area as pert of this next season's tour. Be safe out there. Keep us posted

[@Putt-Putt-Vroom]

Fantastic journey Diego! The first time seeing giant redwoods gave me a feeling of how the earth use to look and of course ewok villages. Amazing scenery and thank you for sharing.

[@FlyscoutRyder]

Hi Will. You are welcome, glad you enjoyed it. I'm with you on the scenery stepping you back to past time thoughts. I do that a lot when I'm all alone. I also feel so fortunate that the roads are there so I can travel longer distances with the time span that I have instead of having to hike it. Lots of respect here for the pioneers and bush whackers of the past. Thoughts of Daniel Boon and John James Audubon times come to mind. Thanks for your comment

[@snowggirl]

What stunning scenery. Slow travel is the only way to roll.

[@FlyscoutRyder]

Seems to me that travel with a bike, especially, is just at the perfect speed. So much fun and so healthy all around. Thanks for watching

[@robertdunn5822]

Hello Diego! I was glad see that you had posted episode 5 on the Pacific Coast Bike Route! I really enjoyed your interview with Sofia: what a brave young lady! And...those trees are awesome! Your videos just keep getting better and better. Looking forward to the next one.

[@FlyscoutRyder]

Hi Robert. Thanking for saying that about the episodes getting better. I am always working on progressing, I believe that is the key to a happy life. Episode 6 will be of the North Coast and Leggett, so far it's looking very good. Hope to hear from you about it. Take care and thank you for checking in

[@verlinrice9955]

Ah, my friend Diego 😂😊once again you have wonderfully captured me and others with this fantastic adventure while touring. Thank you. Your exuberance for natural beauty has been shown. I appreciated the interview with Sophia 😊thanks for the addition. Along with others I was eager for this video. Be safe and ride on❤

[@FlyscoutRyder]

Hi Verlin. Thank you for your kind words. This one was certainly a special opportunity with so much beauty around me the whole time. I feel so fortunate to have been there. Sophia's interview has solidified my desire to work on bringing to the episodes more of the special characters I meet while on the road. Already working on the next episode and so far I see amazing beauty and drastic changes in scenery from California's North Coast. Take care my friend 🙂

[@RideAlongAdventures]

Also enjoy the interview with Sofia…she’s figured stuff out that I just learned last year. Took me an additional 35 years. 😊

[@FlyscoutRyder]

No kidding. She was way ahead of her time. She is a special soul and I was grateful to have met her for those few moments.

[@FollowThomas]

These trees are unbelievable huge. I got to see them Muir's Woods near San Francisco but Redwoods National Park is on my mind. Great episode! Great preview when I finally get out there myself. Stay safe my friend.

[@FlyscoutRyder]

Hi Thomas. So cool you checked this episode out, thank you. Yeah, I feel so fortunate to have been there surrounded by these crazy huge trees. I hope you get out there soon enough. The next episode is of the North Coast and it is insane as well. California has blown any expectations I ever had of the state. This is the second time I've crossed it and can't wait to get back there on a different route next tour. Take care, friend.

[@christopherhugh-jones3673]

Great video Diego - one of your best maybe? Amazing scenery and very atmospheric. Really enjoyed the interview with Sophia, inspirational as you say. Good you’re on your old bike again and a nice new tent also. Can’t wait for the next episode! 👍👌

[@FlyscoutRyder]

Hi Chris. Yeah I think this episode of the redwoods is top notch. Easier task to accomplish with so much natural beauty to capture. Sophia is a great person. She was a pleasure to hang with. One the next episode there are other characters that are equally special. Seems like being on the tours brings out the best of people. Thank you for watching

[@PumpkinVillage]

What beautiful country and you do a great job documenting it. Glad to see the bike situation got sorted out. Funny how a certain bike will imprint on your style of riding. That was one brave young lady you met. Hope she made it thru her journey. The new tent looks great and should be bomb proof. Take care, Al

[@FlyscoutRyder]

Hi Al. Thanks for asking about Sophia. After leaving her behind in Trinidad she found a place to rest her ankle and after a few days' rest she got back on the road. It wasn't long before she reached Ensenada, Mexico. She's a tough one for sure. Very inspiring with her willingness to live life her way and with a positive attitude. Take care yourself and thanks for watching.

[@adelantesaraochoa4839]

Glad to see your post uploaded today! Beautiful coast views and the Redwoods are majestic. Thank you also for sharing details regarding your bike packing gear and components of your bicycle. Be safe!

[@FlyscoutRyder]

Hi Sara. Adelante is the only way. Thank you for watching and I'm happy you like the gear info. I wanted to create the list in the episode's description box and now it's only a matter of adding to it and keeping it current. I thought I could have used that when I was researching before my first cross country tour. I will continue to grow it. The next list will be of my cooking equipment and such. Take care.

[@Gracie.Paulina]

.... Amazing, thank you!

[@FlyscoutRyder]

Welcome. Thanks for watching

[@SPCRacing1]

All amazing!

[@csn583]

Great to see these forests through new eyes. My basic default loop from home is through Big Basin Redwoods SP. I'll never get bored of it, but it is all too easy to cruise by whole sections and forget the incredible cathedral where I am. A big redwood at the apex of a fast corner is a very special thing.

[@FlyscoutRyder]

The Redwoods are certainly cathedral-like. It felt beyond fortunate to have had the chance to spend time in these three parks and learn about these forests. Thanks for watching and leaving this comment.

[@cdg-hzg]

😯 Switched back from the Pinion to a traditional derailleur system!!! That's amazing. It'd be interesting to know what it was that put you off on it. (Besides the buzzing noise while coasting.). -- As you know, I switched from traditional derailleur system to Rohloff / Gates about 10 years ago. I'll never go back. I have ridden a Pinion drive bike and really didn't like it that much. But, I love the Rohloff. I love these videos. I've been through Redwood Ntl Park, but in a car. We stopped frequently, but I'm sure the view from a bike is much better than what we experienced.

[@FlyscoutRyder]

I didn't get along with that Pinion bike so I flew home and got my old bike with a derailleur to finish the second half of the route. If you go back to Season 3 Episodes 1-5's comments you can read up as to why I didn't like the Pinion or the bike. I ride a Lynskey GR300 now and love it. GRX group set. In short, I realized with my internal drivetrain experience that Im a derailleur guy. Thank you for your comment and for watching my channel.

[@shelleydiamond6468]

Amazing and great photography !

[@FlyscoutRyder]

Thank you, Shelley

[@HRL48]

EPIC!! Thank you.

[@FlyscoutRyder]

Welcome

[@Velo_Safari]

Wow so happy to have you back. What an absolute Dream ride that is. Is it wrong that I enjoy your longer vids lol. Anyways all the best to a great journey ahead.

[@FlyscoutRyder]

Hi Abbas. The new format with the longer episodes seems to be welcomed on this season. I enjoy making them this way even though it takes more coordination to bring a multi day experience together. Thank you for your kind words. All the best to you

[@uhu69]

Great video Diego! Thanks as always! Hope all is well amigo! Bon voyage! Alex P.S. That Cannondale you're riding is amazing. I would love to get my hands on an old CAAD.

[@FlyscoutRyder]

Hi Alex. My Cannondale is an awesome rig. I've tried looking for another T2000 but haven't found it. Thanks for watching the episode.

[@berkanbicakhan]

There is a magnificent nature in the USA.. Hi from Turkiye.. 🙋‍♂️

[@FlyscoutRyder]

Yes there is. Thank you for watching.

[@robertgranato8399]

Really enjoy ur videos. Fellow bike tourist like yourself only I haven’t done the entire country like you,but LOVE what and when I DO get to ride. Very scenic,informative and you seem like a nice person that I would ride with anytime. Stay safe mi amigo👍🚴🏻

[@FlyscoutRyder]

Well, maybe we’ll ride together someday. Thank you for your kind words, very encouraging. I love the process of gathering and creating this content along with the touring, of course. Thank you for watching.

[@columbiashoes]

A great episode Diego! My friend and I are heading out in the morning on a cross Washington State ride! We are starting from Anacortes to Spokane! You’ve been an inspiration. KZbin episode is coming! Joining your Facebook page!

[@FlyscoutRyder]

Hi Paul. Have a ball with your friend. Please let us know when you post your episodes from your tour so we can't miss it. Be safe

[@AdventureCyclist]

While you aren't sure that you captured it enough, you certainly have me looking at my "someday route across America" and seeing if it's feasible to include the Avenue of the Giants. My route goes passed northern Tahoe and Southwest to San Francisco. Looking at it, I think I have to. Sensational video. The editing, camera positioning, ambiance, music, etc absolutely amazing. As I said before, I am a huge fan because your videos are an experience not just a video. Seriously, some very wise words from Sofia. I hope she gets to South America and perhaps beyond.

[@FlyscoutRyder]

Yo BT. I hear what you are saying but I bet you once you do whatever route you will be thinking about the next tour before you finish the one. There is so much to see that it inevitably takes a long time. Thanks for your kind critique. You have been there from the start so you know the evolution of what I am doing. Still, I have more I want to accomplish with the content but I'm cool riding the wave and seeing where it goes. Your "experience" comment is great. I really like that and see where you get that. Sophia rested her ankle for several days in Arcadia before continuing on. She kept in touch with me and last I heard until recently was when she made it to Ensenada, Mexico. Lots to learn from her. She's awesome. Thanks for commenting and for all the encouraging. Already working on the next episode and it's a good one, North Coast.

[@417cycleguy]

I’m envious of you and I hate you ! Haha. Not really I’ll be there soon enough this year. Probly end of august early September I WAS gonna stop at Crescent City but, I now might change my mind and ride as far as the Avenue Don’t know… gotta GET there first!! Great job Diego! Hugs and thanks!

[@FlyscoutRyder]

Too good!!! I know the feeling. When I'm not touring I get these jelly feeling watching others out there doing the miles on their two wheels. I guess I let it fuel me for when I get back to it. Still a few months away but planning on another epic tour across the country from east to west. I hope your plan for this summer comes together, whatever you decide. Warning, next episode of the Leggett Hills and the North Coast is crazy scenery too. You might have to go all the way to San Fran. Hugs back to you. Thank you, bro

[@pedrofernandez8729]

Good to see you back on the road. Do you have any plans of riding around the Keys? Some of that scenery is unique and outstanding, I'm sure your followers would love to see that.

[@FlyscoutRyder]

Hi Pedro. I definitely will be documenting Florida and the Keys someday but I am holding off so I can have my state be the last of the 50. This might happen next year after this upcoming tour. When I'm home I tend to not cycle except on my trainer because I spend most of the daytime on the water working. The trainer allows me to ride while it is dark before I work or after, plus I can simulate climbing. Hope you are doing good. Thanks for watching this one. I'm already working on the next...

[@HackHunter1835]

@@FlyscoutRyder "Upcoming tour?" Any chance of you sharing with us where that might be? 🤔😁 Cant wait..

[@FlyscoutRyder]

@@HackHunter1835 Season 4 will be from Savanah, Georgia zig zagging thru the south to Big Bend NP in Texas where I will try start documenting 16 National Parks before reaching San Fransisco.

[@HackHunter1835]

@@FlyscoutRyder That is awesome, cant wait. Im always looking forward to that Sunday morning notification for the next ride.

[@kennethcolbert2921]

Another great video as always. How I would love to do something like this but with my sick wife I'm not able to get out much. But I enjoy your videos a lot.

[@FlyscoutRyder]

Hi Kenneth. I'm sorry your loved one is ill. I wish you both the best possible outcome. Thank you for watching the episode. Hopefully someday you can get out there in any way to see those giant redwoods. They are truly special. Be well

[@AlbertHensley-v3b]

😊It's called PERMAGRIN😊

[@KakaBoonBoon]

❤❤❤❤❤

[@RoadyPacking-CyclingAdventures]

A very special landscape dude, you documented it well. Many thanks. I just got back from a North Spain tour and the landscape has some similarities that I wasn't expecting, check it out 🚴🏕 Happy pedaling from across the pond 🤘

[@FlyscoutRyder]

Northern Spain sounds great. Is that the Southern Pyrenees? What a blast that would be to see, someday. Thanks for watching and reaching out

[@RoadyPacking-CyclingAdventures]

@@FlyscoutRyder umm you know what I don't know? It felt like it at times but I don't think it would be classed as the Pyrennes that far west.... I've put a map at the start of some of the episodes and there are town name signs througout you can probably work out from there..... If it is I'll change the video title and tick another off my list haha keep rocking ;-)

[@FlyscoutRyder]

@@RoadyPacking-CyclingAdventures Alright will do. Very cool!. Let's keep at kit and be safe.

[@brianpercussion]

So much incredible videography as well as pro-level editing. Having toured the the PCBR a few times and getting ready to do it again in a couple of weeks... I'm curious about your camera/video equipment. Forgive me if this has been covered and I've just missed it. I'm new to the channel and am just getting started with your amazing content. Thanks for being such an inspiration to touring veterans like myself as well as hopefully encouraging more potential bicycle tourists to get out there and see what they're missing.

[@FlyscoutRyder]

Hello Brian. Thank you for such an encouraging comment. I hope to continue growing at this and hopefully be more impactful in promoting cycling in the United States. I use a Canon G7X Mark III, GoPro 8 and 9, and a DJI Mavic Mini Drone. Good luck on your coming tour.

[@kameokid528]

Hi Diego, glad I rewatched this one, for some reason I didn’t pick up on the bike switch. Hope the new frame works out better for you. The old scout probably felt pretty good huh? The pacific coast is just so pretty and those REDWOODS!! I would love to visit California again someday. Looking forward to the rest of your adventures.

[@FlyscoutRyder]

The redwoods are spectacular. I hope you get out there someday and see. them, especially by bike. Old Scout is a way better ride than the Co-Motion with the Pinion. It was a process I had to go thru to realize that I like integrated shifting, way more efficient. I'm currently gathering the components to build a new frame that was given to me by Lynskey Bicycles, a GR3000. I think it will do great and have those upgrades I would like, access to wider tires and dual disk breaks. Also lighter. Thank you for reaching out and watching the episodes and seasons. It's a pipe dream I am on and hope someday to expand my channel with more content aiming to draw more bicycle touring folks out and about in our nation. I believe in the growth of cycling infrastructure and what it can do for those who use it. Take care and stay tuned, North Coast is next.

[@jumper553]

@@FlyscoutRyder Interesting! I switched away from my Co-Motion with Pinion as well! I put together a Surly Ogre with all XT, built a set of bomber wheels and then made sure to add Klamper brakes (made a HUGE difference and I'll never use anything else again. I rode the Canada-to-Mexico this last winter (didn't see a single person) in the cold rain, but I was prepared. Now getting ready to do the Baja Divide again, then over to Australia (again), then back to my home in Nepal to do a couple of other rides (that more than likely has never done). If you're looking for a riding partner DM me! Cheers! Stanley

[@FlyscoutRyder]

@@jumper553 Your Surly sounds sick!! Those Klamper breaks are a great way from what I've heard but never have tried them. Australia is definitely on my radar but I first want to document all 50 states, I'm close. I will surely DM you if looking to partner up. The issue with me is that I stop constantly to record the 1 to 1.5 hrs daily of what route I'm doing. Your adventures coming up sound great. Be safe out there.

[@jumper553]

@@FlyscoutRyder I've been stopping more and more these past few years, especially if I'm with someone. Not feeling the need to race all the time is a luxury, not that I don't go hard sometimes, but often I find that pushing a smaller gear and going slower and steady is just as good a workout and just as enjoyable.

[@FlyscoutRyder]

@@jumper553 Agreed

[@chipsavaglio]

Love the views, awesome episode. I see you are back on your derailer bike and love the tradition. Curious about you choice in new tent and did not catch the model. I will be looking for something to be self supported ride next year.

[@FlyscoutRyder]

Hi Chip. Yeap, old Scout was asking to be brought back out. I learned a tough lesson, Pinion gear box is not for me. The tents I use are the two person Hilleberg Niak and the one person Enan. I had gotten the Enan last year and was looking to give it a try. It's a bit smaller but also lighter than the Niak. The Niak is my favorite because of all the room kit has for a one person. I recommend it. Things to keep in mind is that the company is low on inventory and it takes about four months or longer to get one. They are also pricey but I believe well worth it. My Niak has been solid thru all kinds of wether and it is so easy to put up. Thanks for watching

[@miguelrodvel1548]

Excelentes videos. Saludos desde México.

[@FlyscoutRyder]

Hola, Miguel. Saludos a ti y gracias por ver el episodio y mandar este comentario.

[@susanfridsma2861]

Hi Diego, Great episode as usual. I've been to the Redwoods and they are huge! Yesterday I registered for a 6-day bike trip in your state in February that will be just north of Tampa, but biking the Keys is still on my bucket list. I'm always curious how you set and film your drone as you bike, not knowing much about drones. I was going to say that on a day that is "boring", (but you don't have any of those) film yourself setting up the drone. Your days are longer for all the camera shots, but worth it when viewing your episodes. Take care!

[@FlyscoutRyder]

Hi Sue. Yeah, those trees are so amazing to ride by. I will always hold those days dear to me. That's great you are touring in Florida. The state has a Florida Bicycle Association that is very well organized and engaged promoting cycling infrastructure throughout. Lots of trails crossing every which way. I'm leaving Florida for the last of the 50 states in the series of seasons. Likely Season 5 in 2025. About the drone, if you ever feel like learning how to use one I am here to help. Let me know. You are right about the time it takes to film during the day and it is worth it. It's also a lot of fun to have to think about gathering the experience as I go. You have to think ahead other wise the moment passes you by. The work is tackling but after the years now I have it as part of my days' routine and enjoy it tremendously. Thank you for watching. It always brings a smile to my face when I see you commented. Be safe out there. Stay in touch.

[@Optimisticchris]

Again... a brilliant video! I can't believe you haven't gotten more subscribers yet... but like riding a touring bike, it does take time! I'm wondering which month(s) you did this ride? My friend & I are doing Crescent City to San Diego in Sept into October later this year. Be safe out there mate. Cheers, OC

[@FlyscoutRyder]

I hear you, Chris. I hope someday to grow enough be able to give my channel way more attention than what I can at the time. I'm committed to it so time will tell. I'm working at the social media angles with a friend to see if I can have a wider reach that way but it's in the early stages. Check out my IG and FB to help out. The month was October. I use titles for this at the beginning of each day in the episodes. Crescent City to San Diego it's going to be a blast. You have the redwoods, The North Coast, San Fran, Big Sur, and after a ton of fun riding the coast to LA where you pick up mostly beach pedestrian paths all the way to San Diego. Some tough places to be careful like Malibu and around the LA port but not a huge deal at all. Be safe. You can get a heads up on the coming episodes. Thank you for watching and reaching out

[@FLUSHER822]

Seems like on several occasions you've referred to Duluth as a Canadian Border City - it's not. It's 279 km from the Canadian Border by the shortest route. Not a big deal, but just thought you might not be aware.

[@FlyscoutRyder]

I thank you so much, I looked it up. Not sure why I thought it was. It might be a line on my map that cuts Lake Superior in half ending in Duluth making me think it was the border. Even though I take all possible measures to not make such mistakes I sometimes do. A lot of it has to do with not having someone to help me with my channel with things like fact checking or anything else. YouTubing is a bit of a lonely world. Thanks, again.

[@keithbarnden2498]

I see you changed out your new bike for the old bike, why the change from the Co-motion?

[@FlyscoutRyder]

Hi Keith. The Co-Motion and I did not get along. If you go back to the first and second episodes' comments you can get the whole scoop but in short I gave it 1,000 miles to prove me wrong and it didn't. The Pinion gearbox is not for me. I found shifting to be lacking efficiency compared to integrated shifting with a chain and derailleur system. It's also heavy and so is the bike. There are other reasons, like an uncontrollable front end wobble, but that one would be at the top of the list. My Cannondale is 20 years old and only takes up to a 40c tire so I am still working on a dream bike that will take a wider range of tire widths and have dual disk breaks. Lynskey Bicycles saw my channel and offered me one of their frames so I will be trying one of theirs next, a GR300. I'll be building it soon and sharing the process with you guys. Thank you for watching and reaching out.

[@keithbarnden2498]

Diego, I too bought a co-motion with the pinion gearbox. Although I have yet to ride it with all my gear I can tell it's heavy and slow. The shifting I can deal with, the weight I don't know?!?! I rode the Northern Tier Route last summer and included the Great Lakes, wow. On an Specialized Vado ebike. Very expensive way to ride so I bought this new bike. I hope I don't also regret it.

[@FlyscoutRyder]

@@keithbarnden2498 Most Pinion cyclist love their bike so I would keep your expectations high and give it a world. Let me know how it goes.

[@Bikepacking]

Cool vid why did you change out your freestanding tent thought that was the perfect tent you liked

[@FlyscoutRyder]

I had the smaller tent and wanted to test it out. The main reason I got it is because it is a great hiking tent. Very light and compact. Im back on tour now recording season 4 and grabbed the larger Niak you are referring to. That is my perfect tent.

[@Bikepacking]

@@FlyscoutRyder good to hear your still using the Niak tent , as it on my short list for my next tent .. but with the mess inner as i be using it in hot countries …

[@brokenspine66]

@Diego Why the switch from your Co-Motion Pinion Divide Bike to the Cannondale T2000? I guess there's a story to that aswell.

[@FlyscoutRyder]

Hello. Yes there is. It’s a bot of a complex story. If you go to the episodes (2-7) from Season 3 and read the comments you will get the whole scoop. Thank you.

[@gregtarver8028]

Hey Diego. I'm just curious on why you changed from a two person tent to a single?

[@FlyscoutRyder]

Hi Greg. I do love my two person Hilleberg NIAK but last winter I saw the one person Enan and thought it would be a great add on to the equipment locker. I read that it is used by hikers such as of the Appalachian Trail because it's so light. I figured give it a try and was very surprised. It sure is light.

[@janetstarkcyclingadventures]

Looks amazing riding, what was your favourite campsite in this section or did you like them all?

[@FlyscoutRyder]

Welcome, Janet. Very cool to see you comment here, thank you. About camping along the west coast, it's awesome. There are so many campsites all over from Washington state to California. They never refuse hikers or bikers and most times it's $5 and at the most $10. That includes all amenities. It seemed to me that there was an option about every twenty miles. On this Redwoods episode I would have to say that my favorite campsite was Burlington. You are deep into the Humboldt State Park surrounded by these amazing giant trees. I was basically camping all alone as the campground was pretty empty. Hope you have a great week instructing cyclist.

[@janetstarkcyclingadventures]

@@FlyscoutRyder thank you heaps, I have started up a spreadsheet with all these tips for our trip in 2024. Yes good week out and about. Currently trying to get funding for a girls group in term 3 ending with a day journey. Keep up the video's, great to explore the world with you

[@FlyscoutRyder]

@@janetstarkcyclingadventures What's the 2024 trip about and where do we go to help with funding?

[@cheezy-rider]

I envy you. I hope that I can make it to the Redwood forests one day before I or they are gone. I love to ride my bicycle through nature but more and more I find myself struggling to be happy taking in what beauty is left and becoming sad at how much has been lost and how little the vast majority of people seem to care as it gets exponentially worse by the day.

[@FlyscoutRyder]

I hear what you are saying and would have to agree. But, part of me is highly optimistic that even though we as humans have degraded the majority of natural resources around us that we are moving towards a balance with it all. Time will tell and all we can do is be the best stewards we can be. The Redwoods are very likely going to be around for as long as Mother Nature allows it. Hope you make it there someday. Thank yo for watching and reaching out, awesome comment

[@davidhartinger636]

I have been watching your coast trip and you briefly explain the shifting differences between the Pinion and derailleur. I am still looking at Pinion, currently the electronic shifter. Can you explain the issues? Was the gear range good on the Pinion, or was that also an issue? Hard to find gears?

[@FlyscoutRyder]

Hi David. The gear ration on the Pinion is excellent. I personally love to shift with integrated shifters, chain, and a derailleur. It's way more efficient than turning a knob every time a gear change is wanted. I've never used the electric shifting Pinion, though. That could make it nice, not sure. But still, the extra weight from the Pinion seems unnecessary unless you are going to be riding in mud for days or on a long nomadic type tour. I still prefer the art of sliding the chain up and down a bunch of sprockets. I also enjoy the process of cleaning my drivetrain. Call me crazy but I know Im not alone about this. Thank you for watching the episodes. Season 3 is dear to me and it was this season that led me to the structure Im using for the now season 4. Take care and be safe.

[@driftwood4458]

You conduct a very good interview. Was your Co-Motion front still causing issues?

[@FlyscoutRyder]

The Co-Motion and I didn't make a good team. A mix of issues that made me miss my old bike way too much. If you read the comments from episode 1 and 2 you can get the whole scoop as to why. Thanks for saying that about the interview with Sophia. She was awesome and made it easy. Interviewing is something I plan on doing more of in the future when I run into random cycling folks out on the road. The stories I hear are so captivating and I fill with regret when I think of all the conversations I had with wonderful people that I didn't capture to share. They are all truly uplifting. Thanks for watching.

[@tombiggi1024]

Cresent City to Eureka is roughly 80 miles. Do you have an RideWithGPS or Strava for your travels?

[@FlyscoutRyder]

That sounds right. I don't use either one of those services. I know about Starva but not sure I want to use it. I keep track of my miles day to day and post them on the episodes themselves. Thank you for watching.

[@tombiggi1024]

So you primarily followed 101 south?

[@FlyscoutRyder]

Yes, the Pacific Coast Bike Route is mainly riding on US1 (101) but here and there you will see signs that let you know to ride on paralleling scenic roads. Some of them take you into the Redwoods State Parks such as Humboldt and Prairie Creek. There is also Leggitt Hills between Humboldt State Park (Avenue of the Giants) and the coast. Once you get to Los Angeles there are endless miles of boardwalks as well. The biggest hurdles, I think are the Oregon bridges such as the Astoria and North Bend ones and getting thru Malibu. You can ask for a ride over the bridges. It's a fantastic rid.

[@RonMagaw]

Whatever

[@douglasbracken7562]

Did you change out your bike because of the belt supply problem?

[@FlyscoutRyder]

It was more than that. I end up not getting along with the Co-Motion nor the Pinion gear box. I learned I am a derailleur kind of cyclist. Integrated shifting is way more efficient. If you go back to the comments of episode 1 and 2 you can get the scoop as to why. Thank you for watching.