OFF THE GRIT - MTB BIKEPACKING ADVENTURE

One weekend completely off the grid, testing out our new mountainbikes. That was the goal of our adventure, check out how we did!
That MTB routes website we mentioned: www.mtbroutes.nl
Very important also to mention: we don’t want to promote illegal camping in the wild in places where it’s not allowed. Always ask for permission and make sure not to leave any marks / trash wherever you go!
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[@RvdB]

As much as I like your videos, you really shouldn't go wild camping in the Netherlands. I would love to do it as well. However, it is illegal. Staatsbosbeheer had already closed the paalkampeer sites because people were not able to behave on those sites. Wild camping is not helping.

[@nicocd8460]

Very nice video!!!! But seriously, my heart almost stopped seeing you guys firing up that stove structure over a bunch of dry leaves... That little bit of water does almost nothing... Just wipe out all the leaves and look for some sand or rocks... Please do not ever do this again, or at least don't show it off on your videos for other people to follow you...

[@MrTcardoso]

You forgot your glasses when you time traveled back in time at 5:36 😂 That was a smooth transition btw 🙌

[@jamesbicknell4706]

Shame you forgot your packs at the finish, back to the woods guy's ;-)

[@IAMsterdam1071]

I like your content but camping in the wild is simply illegal in the Netherlands for good reason. Just don’t do it.

[@anthonyhomercycling]

It is really so much fun ! With perfect conditions too !!

[@johngarroch]

I love bike packing. When you ditched the phones you got my subscription. I’m looking forward to your adventures.

[@Fernwee]

Thanks for the sub!

[@dan.p.8060]

I think you meant “off the grid.” I by no way mean any disrespect, I only speak one language so mad respect to you, just thought you might want to know. Cheers!

[@Fernwee]

No disrespect taken :) the Grit was meant as a joke 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@GeneVilleneuve]

@@Fernwee I thought you did it as a dual reference to Grid and the "Grit" score Garmin gives you for MTB ride! :-)

[@danielbum912]

I was absolutely positive it was supposed to be a pun but it still messed with my head since you were clearly ON the grit lol

[@electrontic]

This was a great video with good timing for me! I'm about to do a ~275km bikepacking trip, and this just made me a lot more excited.

[@Fernwee]

Dope, have fun!

[@DodongskieMechanics]

I love biking, done watching, visit my house too, thanks

[@markfalkingham590]

I have always wanted to do this I’m so jealous that looks like just an amazing time you guys had

[@mig3182]

"OFF THE GRID"*.... Sry...

[@WeRideSouth]

wasn't sure if this was on purpose or not.

[@Fernwee]

Best to assume it is in that case ;)

[@woutera3530]

Cool video! Although I was wondering where you guys packed the duffel bag visible on ( 9:06 & 10:15) and the backpack (9:28) :-D :-D

[@Fernwee]

On the secret hiding location ofcourse!

[@woutera3530]

hehehe roger

[@willie530]

Love your videos and the effort put in, man. I studied abroad in the Netherlands in college and loved the country, and miss it more seeing these vids. Cycling in America is way different, would love to do a trip back over there someday.

[@AydinProductionsLtd]

This is not off the grid. Netherlands has everything marked and its soo small you could smell the closest coffee shop. Try coming to Canada and going off the grid . You wouldnt survive the night !

[@Fernwee]

Challenge accepted!

[@SwanWillTearYouApart]

Mountain bikes, wtf? Unsubscribe... Kidding of course, another great "I need to go biking in Netherlands video"..

[@nicsta5923]

Always Super Quality!!!

[@kenuescobedo9787]

Where do you guys pack your food/stove on the bike? Love your channel, I’m ready to bike pack in California 🙂

[@Fernwee]

Saddlebag usually!

[@john_ebenezer9185]

Love to see you guys on road BIKES rather.. Awesome video 👍🏻

[@OutPushing]

I've said before and I'll say it again: your videos are a joy to watch. Thank you!

[@Fernwee]

Wow, thank you!

[@boswachtertim4626]

Een beetje jammer dat jullie wildkamperen promoten op deze manier. Wildkamperen en dieren verstoren. Ik gun jullie alle views van de wereld, maar zomaar overnachten gaat echt niet. Jullie hadden ook een boete kunnen krijgen trouwens, melden jullie dat ook even aan degene die het filmpje kijken en nu ook het idee hebben om lekker te gaan wildkamperen? Met vriendelijk groet, Tim Hogenbosch boswachter Rijk van Nijmegen (Groesbeek)

[@Fernwee]

Goed punt, heb een regeltje toegevoegd aan de description! En als je ooit zin hebt in een rondje fietsen, we leren graag meer over de natuur en de Nijmeegse bossen!

[@pengembarayoutube5146]

which is better ... mtb or gravel? based your experience?

[@Fernwee]

MTB

[@connormcc]

Yes! Friedhats Coffee! had a couple of incredible coffees from them recently... what other Dutch coffee roasters do you recommend?

[@Fernwee]

So good right!? Definitely also check out my local favourite Man Met Bril koffie!

[@connormcc]

@@Fernwee ah, that's the one you guys did the delivery challenge for? I'll check them out!

[@Fernwee]

Exactly!

[@TP087]

Nice video!! I am sure you have answered this questions for many times already but what is the name/brand of the camera strap you are using to fix the cam on the back? looks like just the thing i need.

[@Roadrebelz]

Mooie video mannen!

[@michaelmontalvo5757]

Another wonderful vlog.

[@gamo2ful]

Mantap jiwa🤘

[@Copernicus22]

Grid*

[@wodanswil]

How did you manage to keep the beers cold?

[@Fernwee]

They werent cold 😭

[@BrotherlyLove12]

Wish I had some friends to backpack with. I’m scared to try it myself. Nice vid.

[@chrisbaron5505]

Brilliant video. You should try U.S. Army MRE Ready to eat Meals / Rations. Just add tiny amount of water and get hot food, and they take up no space. Even fit in jersey pocket.

[@Fernwee]

Sounds perfect!

[@luisrivera6656]

Good Job, nice video. Greetings from Costa Rica. 👍🏼

[@hilcobast2959]

Cool video as always. Question, in a previous video you mentioned a aliexpress shop which was your favorite for bike packing stuff. Which shop was this?

[@Fernwee]

NatureHike!

[@jasonscott3812]

Great videos! Just moved from ZA to Nijmegen. Thanks for the videos, big help to get to know NL!!👍

[@Fernwee]

Welcome to the Netherlands!

[@ArneuTube]

bunch of bike nerds having fun, love your channel, have been binge-watching for a few days now. groeten uit vancouver!

[@Fernwee]

Thanks man, enjoy the back catalog!

[@exodusvelo]

very nice looking those new focus bikes.

[@chrisskelhorn]

Like the idea of trying this but what tent are you using please? I'm after something light that packs small.

[@Fernwee]

We’re all using the NatureHike CloudUp tent!

[@rolandmatters1619]

Off the Grid but ON the GRIT!

[@wodanswil]

Welke mtb route was dit dan?

[@Fernwee]

Nijmegen en Groesbeek

[@DouglasArevalo36]

Vlog? More like movie! Awesome adventure, looked like so much fun. Great production as usual!

[@Fernwee]

It was!

[@johnharvey9524]

Did I spot a phone 10:23 ? I thought they were left in the cars . Just asking ?

[@Fernwee]

Looks like someone cheated!!!

[@Ywaarde]

Extremely ethereal coffee making shot at 2:54. Nice.

[@Fernwee]

Only the most Ethereal is good enough for us

[@scottcadby5469]

grid*

[@kallewirsch7915]

A Mountainbike video without mountains ;)

[@Fernwee]

Haha so creative right ;)

[@SaKuLification]

When are your camerastraps coming?

[@Fernwee]

Soon!

[@bastiaanvanneer4110]

Kun je met jullie bepakking ook langer dan een paar dagen volhouden? Ben bezig met plannen van een bikepack van 3/4 weken 😅. En ben benieuwd wat ik daarvoor nodig ben qua tassen etc.

[@Fernwee]

Hoe lang je in een vieze broek kunt doorrijden is heel persoonlijk 😅

[@bastiaanvanneer4110]

Fernwee ja precies, al wel eens een meerdaagse bikepack gedaan? En hoe deed jij dat mbt bepakking en tassen?

[@Fernwee]

Ik heb ooit 14 dagen gedaan, dan was met vergelijkbare bepakking als dit, 2 kits afwisselen en elke dag wassen wat je hebt gedragen.

[@everywherelocal]

great video 👌

[@Fernwee]

Thank you 👍

[@DanielBouchez]

Drinking café with your Helm on...!!!

[@Fernwee]

Safety first

[@DanielBouchez]

Fernwee ok coffe shop ...

[@mattjohnson6375]

Shoutout to the plastic gloves

[@Fernwee]

Didn't help a lot, but better than nothing!

[@kajverhaegh2285]

7:49 thats how to lose your sack

[@Fernwee]

Loool

[@fucktheworld1207]

The 3 Netherlands 🇳🇱 Amigos are now tearing up the trails on Mountains bikes, their talents are endless 👌🏻👍🏻👌🏻

[@Fernwee]

Just playin around 🤙🏻