My 1st time camping with an ebike BUT it all went wrong

[@Premanandadas-cm2co]

Always a pleasure to watch you lass .We keep looking for when you bring out a new one.Thankyou me duck.

[@Wild.cat.adventures]

Bless you, glad you enjoyed! Always nice to see u in the comments 👍

[@darrelwhetter9185]

Great video cat 🏕😊😎👍🏻shame about your bike bag falling apart glad you didn't hurt yourself to bad when falling off bike look forward to watching your next adventure 😊😎👍🏻🏕🍻🌄🏞

[@Wild.cat.adventures]

Cheers darrel glad you enjoyed, I had fun on the bike, looking forward to another adventure on it soon!

[@jamesmoore4384]

You are such a nice lady always something goes wrong for nice people. I love your videos because they are so real and there is no sorry for the language bullshit just honest to goodness reality. Look forward to the next one ❤❤❤

[@Wild.cat.adventures]

Cheers glad you enjoyed, keeping it real like Ian beal here lol! I do try to watch the language coz people moan you should hear me in real life 🤣

[@hamsticklehq]

don't stop, keep going! great vid, it'll get easier!

[@Wild.cat.adventures]

Don't stop the videos or using the ebike?

[@bennyhill4228]

@@Wild.cat.adventures Don't stop either Bikepacking onwards and forwards

[@hamsticklehq]

@@Wild.cat.adventures don't stop the videos :) And just becareful with the e-bike, the E-kits that you can add to bikes are known to be dangerous, whether they get wet or not. I used to have an electric moped and that behaved in some dodgey ways and resulted in a crash.

[@Wild.cat.adventures]

@@hamsticklehq thanks for the heads up 👍

[@sloanbooks]

It's the trips that don't go to plan that makes life interesting...

[@Wild.cat.adventures]

This is very true, if everything went right all the time we'd never have wins!

[@mattparker9726]

8:39 yeah I had one of those pump up, old school, completely indestructible, Coleman double gas liquid fuel burners, REALLY heavy, and when it got dirty, it would flash over like that. Loved it though, you couldn't break it with a hammer.

[@Wild.cat.adventures]

Yh maybe need to give it a clean 👍

[@tizdaz5698]

you go girl! :) i do a lot of bike packing myself on my fatbike which is non-ebike (im oldskool as they say lol) love it, sometimes can be challenging, but still fun, my last trip was Traws Eryri route which is around 120mile & took me 5 days total as i was just plodding along at my own pace, starts in Machynlleth & finishes in Conwy so takes you right through the Snowdonia range, you probably struggled with going up the techy bit on the ebike because the motor simply wasn't powerful enough, there are some ebikes out there would eat most climbs up for breakfast.... but they are not cheap! Anyway great vid, cheers hun :)

[@Wild.cat.adventures]

Thanks yes u might be right on the motor. It was fine once it was going, I kept stopping due to my lack of confidence and skill on the rough terrain. Practice makes perfect! Congrats on your traws eryri route! 👍

[@tizdaz5698]

@@Wild.cat.adventures indeed, the confidence will grow over time, no shame in stopping for break/breathers etc, just go at your own pace & enjoy it as thats what its all about :) Also a little tip, see if you can drop any items you taken with you this time that you didn't use as this will save weight & can make a big difference when peddling up hills etc! Took me around 2-3 trips to fine tune my setup, im soon going to do a Scotland bikepacking trip ive planned that will take me all around the base of Ben Nevis etc, be a first for me as in the past my bike packing trips i have always had places to re-stock on drink/food etc each day, but this trip is middle of nowhere once i leave Ft William, so i will have to fully support myself for around 4-5 days, looking forward to it, but also nervous at same time especially as im type 1 diabetic!

[@Wild.cat.adventures]

@@tizdaz5698 good lick with your trip and hope you get on OK with the sugar levels. Steel falls and that valley offer great wild camping. Bag wise I only took what I normally carry on my back 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@Philippians--vz1mi]

G'day Cat, new subber here from a little farm in QLD Australia, very much enjoying your video's. When I saw you using an E-bike over that kind of terrain I simply thought "oh Cat". Often those things that people say are going to make our trips easier & less taxing, more often than not, end up making our journeys far more difficult, I'm an old school gent & as such I prefer to keep things as in line with the old ways that work, that are tried & true as possible, there's a good reason why all the early explorers used their hands, legs & horses lol. I hope the remainder of your trip went smoother than the beginning of it. Ps, Lithium batteries are far worse for the environment than ANY combustible engine on planet earth, if those batteries explode or catch fire, they cannot be extinguished so, ironically in the interests of saving the planet, these new things given the right circumstances are far more harmful to the environment than the old ways would ever be. Anyway, thanks again cat.

[@Wild.cat.adventures]

Welcome from the uk, hope you enjoy the channel! For sure tried and tested methods always work well, however we wouldn't have youtube or the internet if we never progressed so we wouldn't be talking lol! Everything in moderation/balance is my motto 😁

[@Philippians--vz1mi]

@@Wild.cat.adventures I would agree completely Cat 😊, I would however suggest that we can't injure ourselves, get exhausted, turned around or die from exposure from the elements from sitting on the internet, same cannot be said for taking chances on things (e-bikes, sat navigation, ect...) when out in the bush, forests, I'm happy to give things a go when my life doesn't hang in the balance, or depend on those "new things" for survival lol & 🤔 maybe I'm too old fashioned (46 yrs old) for my own good, but having grown up in the bush I can say for an absolute fact, that city dwelling graduates from Cambridge, Princeton or M.I.T have got zero clue about survival in Almighty Gods great out doors 😀👍. But hey we all a free to make our own choices, but personally, I'll stick to a horse, & leave the e-bikes to others or to those who wish to safely zip around town 😀 😊 😉 👍🙏. Take care Cat & safe travels mate.

[@TheKARMMARK]

Hilarious video. Do an e-Bike trip along the Norfolk coast...flat as a pancake.

[@Wild.cat.adventures]

haha not a bad idea that! :)

[@garethbirch7168]

Great video cat my god wot a women that climb kills me with the pack on it never end never mind pushing a bike as well so you go girl hope to meet ya soon in the peaks stay safe 👍

[@Wild.cat.adventures]

Haha cheers Gareth I thought it was just coz I'm getting unfit! 😂

[@rlchardpritchard7426]

Cheer up things sometimes go wrong but there’s always next time hope to see you out and about sometime

[@Wild.cat.adventures]

Thanks always cherpy me!

[@mattparker9726]

2:42 perfect.

[@Wild.cat.adventures]

Thanks

[@juniusvindex769]

I used to enjoy cycling 35 years ago, and one day I will do the ridgeway on bike. I prefer walking as I photograph more. Still can carry 80lbs without much cursing, and biking with weight seems too much of being a pita, tbh. Love your vibe, not pretentious or outdoing others, just a breath of fresh air in KZbin world 👏🏻👌🏻 Thanks Cat 👍🏻

[@Wild.cat.adventures]

Aww thank you that's lovely to hear 😁 glad you enjoyed. Hope u get out on the ridgeway 👍

[@bennyhill4228]

E Bikes are fun as heck, i'm over the Hill though 😃No More creaky knees and puffing like a Clapped out Steam train for me, i love my E bike 🥰

[@Wild.cat.adventures]

Aye that's where they come into their own 👍

[@asaandthemarchharepart2903]

Oh gosh. Yeah having bags on a bike is a nightmare on rough terrain. So unstable. Yeah I hate finding a place for the night and others turn up, and setup close by. Ahhhhh 😅 Keep Loving the Adventures Cat x

[@Wild.cat.adventures]

Yh it's well annoying isn't it when u think youve found a quiet spot for someone to rock up and ruin y night!

[@Irvine_Harper1919]

It's not easy bike riding in that terrain but equally fun. Nice set up. The woods look lovely there.

[@Wild.cat.adventures]

Thanks it wouldve been better going down that path rather than up it!

[@rialobran]

'Calamity Cat Adventures'....if you ever feel a channel name change again 😁 Nice bike, shame about the problems but I'm sure you'll have some fun with it. I don't know that bike but with most E-bikes you should be able to put it in No1 and use the throttle to walk beside it uphill.

[@Wild.cat.adventures]

there isnt a throttle on this bike ;) it was still good fun though

[@mattparker9726]

OH NO! That intro sounds like my kind of luck!

[@Wild.cat.adventures]

Haha and mine apparently!

[@buffplums]

9:57 that’s a nice angle Cat looking straight at the camera you have a lovely face x

[@Wild.cat.adventures]

Awww thanks 😁

[@paulevans-u2o]

Every cloud cat still an enjoyable camp go girl

[@Wild.cat.adventures]

Thank you, always look on the bright side of life!

[@HardyTempestsWildCampsandWalks]

The peaks are fast becoming the Ibiza of wildcamping. Hard to find peace there during the summer. You seemed to make the best of a bad job, that perfect camp will come again soon. Cheers

[@Wild.cat.adventures]

youre not wrong there! Back in wales next week so hopefully that will be quieter!

[@HardyTempestsWildCampsandWalks]

@@Wild.cat.adventures hopefully that special spot from the cabin video.

[@Wild.cat.adventures]

@@HardyTempestsWildCampsandWalks a proper bothy hopefully this time 👍

[@katiebooth2031]

Great video xx

[@Wild.cat.adventures]

Thanks Katie 😁

[@mickp3526]

Good job the seat didn’t fall off. Ooooh

[@Wild.cat.adventures]

Yep the bike all stayed in tact at least!

[@mattparker9726]

2:11 the headstock looks a bit low too. On my gas powered bike, it's the same way. I've not bothered to adjusting it yet. Also I sent you an email earlier this month, 🤞

[@Wild.cat.adventures]

Headstock? Will check my emails did u send to [e-mail]?

[@mattparker9726]

9:17 yeah on those cheaper ebikes, the battery chemistry is usually lithium ion, not lithium iron phosphate, which is a far better, and less volatile solution. Much more pricey though.

[@Wild.cat.adventures]

Yh the lifepo4 batteries are much better 👍

[@musicloverstl]

You have such a great outlook when things are challenging, it is refreshing to see. And let's face it, that camping spot! Cool ass bike Cat! Over here it is a 3 day holiday weekend (Labor Day is tomorrow) and I'm laid up with an unhappy sciatic nerve, so you know the weather is gorgeous! UGH! Anyway, I'll be like you and be positive in the face of adversity... At least I am catching up on season two of Rings of Power today! LOL

[@Wild.cat.adventures]

I always try to stay positive but I have my moments. I know the pain of sciatica, hope you feel better soon. I find a gentle walk often does it good. Enjoy your binge watching! 👍

[@mattparker9726]

5:28 YAY! I guessed right!

[@Wild.cat.adventures]

Congrats lol!

[@bradfry5403]

I would have done away with the side bags and used a rucksack you can also use the little rear luggage rack for your sleeping bag.

[@Wild.cat.adventures]

A friend advised me against a heavy rucksack and cycling so went with the paniers. Right choice, wrong bag I think

[@thewoodlandschoolltd3999]

Think for traveling around roads the weight of the battery is good to counter the weight of kit, but still not sold on the overall Idea of e-bikes.

[@Wild.cat.adventures]

Ebikes plus paniers definitely not a good combo on up hill rocky terrain, at least I know that now. Definitely helped tho, when I switched it off it was solid trying to cycle up hill!

[@michaelworkhoven5513]

I love your videos. Oh and by the way you are so adorable ❤

[@Wild.cat.adventures]

Aww thank you 😁

[@jacquelinesherlock2274]

I don't have an e-bike but from watching other e-bike reviews I think most have a very low level motor speed to assist when you are on foot and pushing your bike. Might be worth having a re-look at the manual to see whether your bike has this function 😊

[@Wild.cat.adventures]

@@jacquelinesherlock2274 yh I did and it does, the button is fairly well hidden so I never saw it but it's there!

[@jacquelinesherlock2274]

@@Wild.cat.adventures well, at least you'll know for the next time 😁

[@bennyhill4228]

4:08 what a pisser Hionestly the whats its name just fell open Sarge 😇oooffing it over in bits works too, bar short of digging under the wire ofc lol

[@bennyhill4228]

If it offends anyone regarding the lock always bring a spare and leave the keys in the lock :D Sorry for talking to myself Ask Lisa i'm a Monk lol

[@talltreesnaturereserve]

Great video as always, it's interesting to see you trying out the bike, I suppose any technology i.e. the e-bike is going to detract from the simplicity of walking and camping somewhat. You'll soon be at that 5k 🤞

[@Wild.cat.adventures]

Thanks glad you enjoyed, it was fun to try a different style of camping, keeps things fresh and interesting

[@SuperEarther]

will stick to my road bike because i hate cycling up muddy hills!

[@Wild.cat.adventures]

Only reason I want an ebike is to cycle up muddy hills 🤣

[@SuperEarther]

@@Wild.cat.adventures beats sucking on slugs! 🤮

[@MargaretBassett-uf1fi]

Should be able to use walk assist when pushing the bike.

[@Wild.cat.adventures]

It doesn't have this feature

[@littlegrandadoutdoors]

Wow !!! Is there anything you didn't break ??? 😎😎😎 I got some pannier bags for my bike... I got them from the internet. When they arrived they were tiny , made out of the worst quality materials.. when I have a bit extra cash I will just have to buy some good quality ones.. not till next year now.. still got some winter kit I need for this year.. Take care out there.

[@Wild.cat.adventures]

Haha well I didn't break the bike at least 🤣 shame about the bags they looked decent but the screw was plastic only matter of time before it sheared off - rubbish build quality. I'll get some rockbros ones next time I think 👍

[@bennyhill4228]

Those ferns are huge, remember as a lad we used to play war in those, sorry benny malfunctionioning there lol too much ale

[@Wild.cat.adventures]

Thanks for the comments not sure I understand the jokes mind, u might be right about the ale 🤣

[@bennyhill4228]

@@Wild.cat.adventures Lol sorry and yes i did have a few, all in good taste

[@Wild.cat.adventures]

@@bennyhill4228 cheers glad you enjoyed! From the comments it sounds like u had a good night anyway!

[@bennyhill4228]

@@Wild.cat.adventuresI subbed a few vids ago when you did the Hike and you camped in the wooden shelter, i thought that was pretty neat, and yeah appologies for the spamwiches jokes

[@bennyhill4228]

@@Wild.cat.adventures 🍻 Now i gotta go to work and breathalise people 😄 just kidding lol

[@mattparker9726]

3:01 OOOOF yeah that rear rack is complete garbage too, I had the same one installed on my gas bike, complete chinesium.

[@Wild.cat.adventures]

I thought it was my lack of construction skills 😂

[@hillwalksandwildcamping3322]

Hi Cat another great vid!! Top Tip: Get yourself a decent Pad - they really do make all the difference on long rides 👍According to their website the bike has a "Walk Mode"🤔 Doh!! Now where did you put that manual 😜 ATVB Dave.

[@Wild.cat.adventures]

It definitely doesn't have a walk mode on this bike I checked the manual and website. The exped is a very good mat I just didn't inflate it right - user error lol!

[@hillwalksandwildcamping3322]

@@Wild.cat.adventures Sorry pet - by "pad" I meant Padded shorts 🤭

[@Wild.cat.adventures]

@@hillwalksandwildcamping3322 oh! I'm not down with the lingo 😂

[@RoughWalkers]

How are you finding the bike? Im.currently building my own fat ebike cant wait to get out camping with it Great video

[@Wild.cat.adventures]

Yh it was good fun I need to get out more tho. Good luck with building your bike 👍

[@RoughWalkers]

@@Wild.cat.adventures thank you 🤙🏼✌️

[@chriswood4210]

Great video 👌 I love riding round there views are amazing… there are much better e-bikes 😂 are you a Stockport girl? Very Stockport accent

[@Wild.cat.adventures]

Haha nope I'm from Birmingham 🤣 it's a beautiful up in the peaks 👍

[@mattparker9726]

4:21 that's a beautiful spot, albeit I'd be worried about ticks. Are they bad this year where you are?

[@Wild.cat.adventures]

Don't really get ticks in the Peak District. Below white edge I've experienced them and sherwood Forest tho 👍

[@bennyhill4228]

I tried a locksmith once after he broke into the wrong house, gave him my Wig along with 24 beers

[@bennyhill4228]

Sorry for the cheesy Jokes, loved your video, keep i up

[@georgegarton8736]

Enjoyed the video. Where did you get your beautiful eyes?

[@Wild.cat.adventures]

I have my mom to thank 👍

[@austieoutdoors9763]

yes i go on my 50 mph offroad scooters cat luv but that e,bike the company you got it off probably things your gunna ride it on the streets not were you took it lol but cat if you get a bigger motor e,bike like a 1500 watt one or higher to be able to fly up hills but as you know your talking hundreds or even grands but great camp that woods you was camped in is great sorry someone got there before you but hey sick wild camp all the same catch you next time oh and im out tomorrow on a adventure but first time in a hammock and tarp so you know wots its like you don,t know how its gunna turn out 🙄🙏👍

[@Wild.cat.adventures]

Hope your hammock camp goes well! Thought 1500w ebike is illegal unless it's taxed as a road bike?

[@austieoutdoors9763]

@@Wild.cat.adventures oh don,t worry about that i ride up to police in my area and talk to them on a 50 mph scooter and they don,t even mention it so i don,t think they want to spend there time checking e,bike , scooter regulations and especially when there,s legal ones like yours 👍imagine it

[@gazza1858]

❤☮️

[@Wild.cat.adventures]

😁 1st 👍

[@RootsLion]

need an e bike but no where to keep it cant carry one upstairs where i live , annoying

[@Wild.cat.adventures]

Yh they're a bit heavy to be carrying upstairs! Scooter?

[@buffplums]

Bloody hell Cat feel so sorry for you and as for the other people… what the hell? Why do they need to camp next to you … I honestly think there are too many people since Covid coming and kicking the arse out of the country … xx

[@Wild.cat.adventures]

Yh I don't know why people are so inconsiderate sometimes but at least they weren't partying all night. They had hammocks so Id put them in the class of proper campers. Family sized tents are a huge no no imo

[@buffplums]

@@Wild.cat.adventures yeah totally agree big tents will eventually lead to more and more copying and then we can see what will happen more rubbish and land owners actively seeking out campers and ruin it all. Anyway hope that you get to grips with the bike xx

[@markstewart515]

Nice bike Cat & good luck with the 5k subscribers.

[@Wild.cat.adventures]

Cheers Mark, nearly there 😁

[@20yearsagotoday1]

Looks more of a bike shaped object tbh. Great video though.

[@Wild.cat.adventures]

haha its my first ebike so im not complaining, it was fun to use and powered me up hill

[@cerealxperimints]

Please please please invest in a microphone attachment or replacement microphone to address the degraded quality of your speaking parts during windier conditions. Love your videos though keep them coming!

[@Wild.cat.adventures]

I have just bought a new mic sorry about the wind noise. Thanks for bearing with me 👍

[@cerealxperimints]

@@Wild.cat.adventures Were here for the long run! Looking forward to more adventures! Knackered! Love it!

[@PhilWaud]

I enjoy your videos but I have to say Im not a fan of ones like this, with the greatest of respect, you are clearly not a cyclist yet you chose to use an untested bike with untested equipment on a pretty harsh test. Cheap fittings will break and I think you are lucky that you didnt hurt yourself. I was amazed when you said that the bike shouldnt be used in rain - how practical is that? I do enjoy your other videos though, and if you were to carry on using the ebike showing us how you overcame these issues it would be fun (bet you dont though!)

[@Wild.cat.adventures]

I certainly will be using it again although it may be off youtube in the most part. I used to cycle a lot when younger but not in the last 10 years hence being a bit wobbly lol! This ebike is Ipx4 rated meaning it is water resistant and will withstand light splashes and ok in light rain but heavy rain, deep puddles, snow etc should be avoided 👍