Skate Tracks: first long distance roller ski adventure ever

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WeLeaf

WeLeaf

Күн бұрын

The last part of our world trip brings us to Scandinavia. This time we travel on roller skis (cross country skiing on wheels). We pull a trailer behind us and start an unknown adventure. There is almost no information on the internet because just few people ever tried to travel this way. We skate from the Netherlands to Sweden, 3.350 kilometers. It's the last part of our four year world trip. The next plan: writing our book!
** Comment on the broken frame: We used an older Powerslide frame for this trip. The company never experienced that a frame broke this way. The reason is probably the excess weight we had in our trailers because we loaded 20 kilograms extra food in the trailers (on top of 45 kilograms). When we hiked the AT, we had to change our new shoes after 1.000+ kilometers. It's normal that our gear wears out, especially when we use it so intensively. Powerslide is very happy that we tested the skates so extensively and will make sure that this is taking into account in the product design. In general we are extremely happy with our contact with Powerslide. They helped us out a couple of times during the trip, and have sent us a new frame so we can continue skating in the future.
We are Zoë and Olivier, together we are WeLeaf. We are travelling around the world on human power since September 2016. We left Amsterdam by bicycle, hitchhiked across the Atlantic Ocean, cycled the Americas, north and south, hiked on the AT, did the complete Northern Forest Canoe Trail and skied for two months in the Quebec winter. You can follow our adventures on KZbin and one of our social channels.
We are writing our book at this moment. Interested? Read more about our book on www.weleaf.nl/... and subscribe to the registration form forms.gle/7svv...
↠ Social ↞
Instagram: / weleaf.nl
Facebook: / weleaf
Web: www.weleaf.nl/en
↠ Gear ↞
We will add a complete packing list on our website later. Some essential parts of the gear we used for the roller skiing:
Roller skis: Powerslide Explorer 2.0
Trailer: Nordic Cab Explorer
Yellow Backpack: Ortlieb Atrack
◇ Filming + editing by Zoë Agasi and Olivier Van Herck
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@Michael65429
@Michael65429 3 жыл бұрын
Wow, this is the best video I've ever seen on YT! I was literally moved to tears at the end of your journey. What an incredible experience to share with the person you love through some of the most beautiful landscapes I have ever seen! The camp sites were crazy beautiful, especially the one by the rock at 18:20 and the shelter by the lake where Zoe gave us the tour! I wish I had discovered you guys sooner, I live in North Carolina just off the AT near Sam's Gap and it would have been an honor to meet you both. Thank you for sharing this trip and I look forward to reading your book! Best wishes to you both for a life of love, peace, and happiness. Take care of each other and maybe try knee pads next time! 🙃
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
Hi Michael! This is one of the most heartwarming comments we have ever received on our videos. Thank you so much! It has been an amazing adventure and the perfect end of our world trip. Sweden and Norway are so beautiful! It's the reason why we stay here and settle :). It would have been really nice to meet you in person! The AT was one of our highlights :). It's such a beautiful trail, completely different than any trail we have in Europe. We would love to come back and do the whole hike :). Thanks for the inspiring words and maybe we will meet somewhere! You're always welcome in Scandianvai!
@vladislavovich100
@vladislavovich100 11 ай бұрын
Good luck to get killed on the road. That is the stupidest thing I ever saw. It is sad in my book. I'd rather roller ski on the bike path every day than to be roadkill.
@kgc1969
@kgc1969 2 жыл бұрын
I was just researching cross-country roller skis and found this video by accident - but I was riveted! Just incredible! What an adventure! What an achievement! I've completed a few challenges myself - 1,000 miles from Lands End To John O'Groats by bicycle, and every triathlon distance up to the half Iron Man (before injury struck!). But this is just beyond imagination to travel 40,000km under your own steam! The sense of achievement must be out of this world! Well done!!
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot for the credits and beautiful words! Also what you have done, are beautiful adventures :). This roller ski adventure was fantastic! We will definitely try another one on roller skis :)
@junkim7244
@junkim7244 3 жыл бұрын
I don't know how I can explain your 4 years' great journey in words, except for just one word, "You are real people". I respect you guys totally.
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this powerful statement! It means a lot to us :). For us, it's important to be ourselves, and we are happy to hear that we still are. Thanks!
@chesslerbooks
@chesslerbooks 3 жыл бұрын
I wish I was young again to do what you did. When I was young, 1963-1970 I did trips like this by bicycle from Brooklyn to Canada, south to Cape Hatteras, up through Cape Cod. Watching you in this beautiful part of the world, safe among friendly people., with stops like that roadside bakery!!! Oh how wonderful. You probably realize that even if you do more wonderful things in your lives, nothing will ever top this trip. Those lakes, those smooth rural roads, camping anywhere. It brings me joy to see you doing this.
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
Hi Michael!! Thank you so much for these very important words. Sometimes we forget to realize how special our four-year adventure is. While writing our book, we relive our journey :). And you're right, even if we will continue, nothing will top this trip, because nothing is as good as the first time. But we also learned that you're never too old (or too young) to do these adventures. We have seen 80-year-old men hiking the AT or families with 6-year-old children cycling in Colombia. They are our inspiration :)
@philorida
@philorida Жыл бұрын
Thank you for inviting us into your story. A remarkable experience.
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the kinds words Philip!
@dogechallenger
@dogechallenger 11 ай бұрын
Hello Zoë and Olivier, you have my respect. But I can also understand your happiness and joy. For me there is nothing better than rolling through Lapland on roller skis with a backpack. Preserve your freedom and desires. CarpeDiem - Reiner
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 11 ай бұрын
So great to hear that you are travelling on roller skis as well! It's about time to leave on a new trip for us. We miss it!
@laszlotorok3120
@laszlotorok3120 3 жыл бұрын
Who on earth could dislike it, it's absolutely amazing. Love it.
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks László! We never thought so many would watch this video. It makes us so happy that we are inspiring people :)
@laszlotorok3120
@laszlotorok3120 3 жыл бұрын
@@WeLeaf you are hugely inspiring, I'd like to do this type of traveling again. I had two bike trips myself, one from England to Hungary, the other one from Hungary to Belgium. I had the time of my life back then.
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
@@laszlotorok3120 That's so great to hear!! It doesn't matter which sport you chose, every way of human powered traveling is satisfying :). The ones who tried it, really understand it!
@chuvpilo
@chuvpilo 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you thank you thank you for the inspiration!!!!!! Honestly, your adventures are so uplifting!!! Please keep going!!!! Sending love from Moscow. ❤️
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
We are very happy that we can inspire and bring joy to others! We hope more and more people will try some adventures :). Thanks for the comment!
@gerryamurphy
@gerryamurphy Жыл бұрын
Inspiring trip and I love the ingenuity w/ brakes and mudguards.
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf Жыл бұрын
Thanks Gerry!
@NittanyLawns
@NittanyLawns 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for taking us on part of your journey...absolutely beautiful!
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome Scott. Thanks for sharing your appreciation :)
@50plusmtbatbp94
@50plusmtbatbp94 3 жыл бұрын
Both of you are not just amazing but beautiful as well. The journey was spectacular, I thank you for bringing us with on your adventure. Good luck and happy trails on your next. Cheers from NY 🇺🇸
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks :). We are glad that you can take you on our adventures (and hopefully inspire you as well). All the best, Zoë and Olivier
@gyongyitodor606
@gyongyitodor606 3 жыл бұрын
Wonderful tale. The only other story I know of is Robin Bryntesson who roller skied 1000 km through Sweden (though not with a trailer in tow) to raise awareness of children with diabetes and sports.
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
We never heard of him, but found his story on Google now. Thanks!
@cdubya22
@cdubya22 2 жыл бұрын
Loved this adventure thank you for virtually taking me with you. ❤️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Happy to share it with you :)
@reverandalanbitch
@reverandalanbitch 3 жыл бұрын
Just beautiful....thank you for taking me with you!
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for these words :)!
@pierremiyamoto4490
@pierremiyamoto4490 10 ай бұрын
This is really inspiering !! on fall 2026 i'll leave to rollerblade across the world !
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 10 ай бұрын
Really! That's so cool! So great that you have set the date in your agenda. That's the most important step to make your dreams come true!
@pierremiyamoto4490
@pierremiyamoto4490 10 ай бұрын
​@@WeLeaf omg I didn't think you would respond !!!! I was wondering if I should use a backpack or a trolley like what you have, for my journey... Could you please tell me some of the pros and cons. Thank you ❤🎉🙏
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 10 ай бұрын
@@pierremiyamoto4490 Of course we try to respond! It really depends on what the purpose of your adventure is. Do you want to go fast and long? Do you want to go to remote areas? Are you going to capture your adventure with photos and video? We liked to use a trailer because we had a lot of camera equipment and enjoyed staying a couple of days in nature. Then we needed to be able to take enough food. A trailer is definitely heavier and you probably need a brake system like we used.
@Gegetp2000
@Gegetp2000 22 күн бұрын
Consider a buggy/stroller too! Worked really well for me with inline skates for longer distances with more stuff than I would've been able to carry in a backpack.
@stefanp.563
@stefanp.563 3 жыл бұрын
It's definitely one of the greatest video on your account... I'm so speechless. Congratulations! Now I feel really sad that I have no camera equipment on my rollerski tours with me :) Good Job!
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks :)! We are happy with the result as well. It was definitely not the last roller ski adventure :)
@muriloberg180
@muriloberg180 2 жыл бұрын
Omg I loved this video! you were amazing! Congratulations from Brazil! 🇧🇷
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the kind words Murilo!
@InlineGuitarSkater
@InlineGuitarSkater 2 ай бұрын
Awesome trip ! The landscapes are amazing . Never seen roller skiing before this video. I'd love to try a trip like this :D
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 2 ай бұрын
So great! You should try it :)
@tomaskarlsson5864
@tomaskarlsson5864 2 жыл бұрын
I Think you two guys are totally amazing!! So nice to follow you on your trip. Thank you for taking us with you!🙏
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the beautiful words Tomas!
@gren5750
@gren5750 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for taking us along on this great adventure... you guys have a special relationship and I look forward to future endeavors.
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for these words of encouragement :)
@clivetaylor27
@clivetaylor27 3 жыл бұрын
You embraced the earth, you circled 7 billion people. Awesome. I feel so behind, first I heard of your remarkable trip. I will flow up on your story.
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
Hi Clive! Thanks for these heartwarming words :). It makes us so happy if we can inspire people with our adventures and lifestyle. Thanks!
@myxxtonsomeday4141
@myxxtonsomeday4141 3 жыл бұрын
Guys you are so amazing! Thank you for granting a glimpse of your journey! Let your travels never got to the end. Be a traveler not a tourist - I think this is the way. Our world is huge, people shell travel and be connected to it and to each other. It's huge really and inspiring.
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for these inspiring words!! We will keep going, we don't know how, but we will :). Our trip wasn't an escape but a next step in life, so there is no returning to a previous life, only continuing to new adventures :)
@jimbojet8728
@jimbojet8728 3 жыл бұрын
You showed us some beautiful countryside, and if only for a fleeting few minutes I thought, hey! I can do that. Well, maybe I can. Thank you.
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
Hi! Sure you can, everybody can! We didn't have any experience with roller skiing and we did it. So I am sure you can do it too :)!
@simontonks8903
@simontonks8903 2 жыл бұрын
Total respect to you two wonderful humans, I loved your film so much , it took me away to another place , I felt at peace while watching it would love to do something like that too , thank you for doing this Best film on UT , can’t wait for your book , love from the UK .Simon 😊
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Simon! Thank you so much for your reaction :)! It's time that we make some other videos! In January we will start another adventure and cycle to Scandinavia to find our basecamp :)
@simontonks8903
@simontonks8903 2 жыл бұрын
@@WeLeaf that’s so great to hear your going to make some more videos I can’t wait to see them , I love cycling and trail running and in the process of getting some roller skis😮🤣 and really want to explore Scandinavia as well as Holland and Denmark , I love Europe
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 2 жыл бұрын
@@simontonks8903 You're welcome in Scandinavia when we have found our basecamp there :)!
@nahmastay3300
@nahmastay3300 Жыл бұрын
The circumference of the earth is 40,075 km……you guys traveled 40,958km…. further than the entire distance around the world on human power. I can’t wrap my mind around that!
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf Жыл бұрын
Yess!! It's on the first page of our book as well :)! It was never a goal but suddenly we reached that goal :)! It surprises us too!
@ThomasFromHome
@ThomasFromHome 3 жыл бұрын
This is epic, well done. You live my dreams. Don't stop, continue. Thank you for sharing.
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Thomas! We will continue, in some way :)
@coursetrailavecbatonsolivi6247
@coursetrailavecbatonsolivi6247 Жыл бұрын
Magical journey and super spirit, you make a beautiful couple .. Seductive video ... Continue your happiness!! And so I’m going to jump into the ski wheel. Merci !!
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf Жыл бұрын
Thanks!!!
@robertmay6805
@robertmay6805 2 жыл бұрын
Hope you can start more beautifull tracks arround…thanks a lot for this nature Video…ist is the very best!!!
@jackdubu8636
@jackdubu8636 3 жыл бұрын
It's an honor for me to press the 1000th heart. I was impressed by the video. Thank you.
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
Incredible!! Thank you so much (and to all the other 999 as well)
@Solstice42
@Solstice42 3 жыл бұрын
The ending (no spoilers) was great …thanks for sharing! inspiring to be sure…
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Ken!
@Poloabo
@Poloabo 3 жыл бұрын
I like to rollerski but 3,300 kilometers strapped to a trailer is whole new level of workout. Great editing too.
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
It's a great workout indeed! We definitely felt fit after 3.300 kilometers :)
@arnoldhamerslag1943
@arnoldhamerslag1943 3 жыл бұрын
Er lag een tijdschrift op tafel van mijn vrouw of dochter en daar zag ik het verhaal in staan va jullie tocht op rollerski's. Het verhaal trok mij gelijk vind het mooi dat mensen zulke avonturen maken en herinneringen maken voor de rest van hun leven. Dus gelijk even het KZbin kanaal opgezocht en wat een schitterende avondtuur als eerste en wat een prachtige beelden. Wat mooi dat jullie dit met zijn tweeën doen. Ga snel de rest van jullie filmpjes bekijken en kijk heel erg uit naar het boek. Weten jullie al hoe de titel van het boek gaat heten en waneer het uitkomt ? Veel succes met de rest van jullie avonturen, want ik heb zo gevoel dat dit niet het laatste zou zijn. Blijf herinneringen maken.
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
Hi Arnold! Wat leuk dat je ons op deze manier gevonden hebt! Waar een vrouwentijdschrift een man kan brengen ;). Dankjewel voor de mooie complimenten! We hebben nog geen titel voor het boek, maar die knoop willen we snel doorhakken met de uitgever. In de planning staat nu begin oktober als publicatiedatum! Op onze website www.weleaf.nl/boek vind je alvast meer informatie over het boek, en een inschrijflijst voor de voorverkoop. Veel groeten, Zoë en Olivier
@miremunte4177
@miremunte4177 3 жыл бұрын
You are amazing! 10 years ago,I met in the Danube delta a german guy travelling the entire Danube river from Germany to Romania in a canoe and I thought it was difficult,but seeing you and what you did these last few years...I think is really,really great! God bless you! from Romania
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much :)! When we see someone paddling the entire Danube river, we will still think it is very difficult. That's how the mind works probably :). Once we do it ourselves, we think 'oh, it's not so difficult'.
@billbradley203
@billbradley203 3 жыл бұрын
You are an inspiration. The video is beautiful, expressive and peaceful. I feel blessed that we had the opportunity to meet you along your journey and offer you a safe spot to camp for the night. Thanks for sharing your incredible journey with us. I'll look forward to reading your book.
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
He Bill! Thanks for the beautiful words :)! We will never forget the evening at Lake Champlain. It's still one of our most beautiful views we had with the tent. We will keep you updated on our book. It should be finished in summer.
@manocornuta
@manocornuta Жыл бұрын
I’m in love with your video and with this song 13:46 I’ve never heard bevor ❤! Thanks for sharing 🤗!
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf Жыл бұрын
Hi Mano!! Thank you so much for the kind words 😊😊!
@KevinFindlater
@KevinFindlater 3 жыл бұрын
Congratulations and thanks for sharing all your adventures with us I look forward to reading your book.
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Kevin! We will keep you updated on the book :)
@RCAVDH
@RCAVDH 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome, thanks for sharing!
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome, thanks!!
@Ge0Ann
@Ge0Ann 3 жыл бұрын
I like idea of using a trailer to pull gear rather than carrying it on my body. Beautiful. Thank you.
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
We too :p! It's much more comfortable to have all the weight in the trailer. We carried a small backpack as well, but this was to have a Camelbak with water and our camera :)
@christiaansomers9261
@christiaansomers9261 3 жыл бұрын
Wat een prachtig avontuur!! Dit is iets wat ze jullie nooit meer afnemen, maar mijn inziens zijn jullie toch beetje (veel) supermensen.. Wat jullie hebben gepresteerd op die 4 jaar.. Zien ik er echt niet veel nadoen hoor!! Chapeau ! Geniet van jullie verdere leven.. Blijf gewoon doen waar jullie zin in hebben 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
Ha Christiaan! Dankjewel! Hoewel we ons geen supermensen voelen, krijgen we dat inderdaad vaker te horen. Voor onze reis (en nu nog steeds) keken we naar avonturiers als supermensen. 'Dat kunnen we nooit' dachten we toen, maar iedereen kan het :)
@mwegh2219
@mwegh2219 3 жыл бұрын
Beste Zoë en Olivier, Wat een mooie tocht. Afgelopen zomer zijn wij weliswaar met de camper van Roermond naar de Noordkap gereisd. We hebben enorm van het Scandinavische landschap en met name Noorwegen genoten. Onderweg hebben kennisgemaakt met rolskiën/cross-skating en ik begrijp goed dat jullie het gaaf maar ook intensief vinden. Compliment voor de mooie filmpjes en ik als ik het goed begrepen heb is het volgende project een boek over jullie avonturen. Ben nu al benieuwd. Dank jullie wel voor deze mooie en inspirerende verhalen. Groeten Marcel
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
Hoi Marcel! Dankjewel voor de uitgebreide reactie. Wij zijn ook verliefd op Scandinavië. Aan de Noordkaap zijn we nog niet geraakt, maar het staat op de planning als fiets, wandel of skitocht :). We zijn inderdaad bezig aan ons boek. Een concrete datum hebben we nog niet, maar het lijkt erop dat het begin oktober in de winkel kan liggen. We houden je op de hoogte! Groetjes Zoë en Olivier
@nevillecartwright7292
@nevillecartwright7292 3 жыл бұрын
Wow guys, what an adventure!! Well done to both of you for completing it and thank you so much for sharing your adventure with us! The video work was outstanding! Beste wense en baie liefde van Suid Afrika!
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for these beautiful words :)! It has been an amazing adventure and we are so happy with all the positive and motivating responses people give us! Groeten uit Zweden :)
@zachhartmann4444
@zachhartmann4444 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing.
@patrickprouty4415
@patrickprouty4415 3 жыл бұрын
I loved it. “Be the engine”
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
Exactly! Human-powered engine :)
@eamonnflanagan4180
@eamonnflanagan4180 3 жыл бұрын
Your adventure was incredible and totally inspiring, from reading the comments i think the first domino has fallen, because of you both. But what has truly set you apart is the connection you have with the people who have watched the video, and commented on it, your own comments being very humble and genuine, and replying to nearly every one!.....a true human connection that needs applauding. BTW i spent 5 winters in my past in Norway and we pulled sledges while skiing, one metre of rope harness added would have helped with the sideways pull. Fantastic trip and beautifully filmed, well done.
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
Hi Eamonn! Thanks for this comment. To be honest, it touches us! For us, the connection with people is one of the most important parts of our trip, online and offline. We learned that the true human connection is the most beautiful gift. Without all the people that help us and motivate us, we would have been home for a long time. Thanks! About the rope harness. Can you explain the one meter of rope harness? It don't get it
@eamonnflanagan4180
@eamonnflanagan4180 3 жыл бұрын
@@WeLeaf While serving in the Mountain and Arctic Unit initially we skied using telemark skis, skiing the classic method which was fine for a fixed sled and harness, skiing in a straight line, all the kinetic energy was forward. When we started using the skating method we found a fixed harness to be too rigid for the lateral movement of the skis {which then caused a side movement in the sledge}, attaching a metre line of rope from each side, instead of being fixed in, allowed a certain amount of give from that lateral movement and was more comfortable on the operator. Keeping the sledge straighter, with less side movement, especially over longer distances, really helped with the continuous forward movement of said sledge. When watching you it seemed you were too close and too rigidly fixed to your sledge, hence the side wards/lateral movement...... Only an observation.
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
@@eamonnflanagan4180 Wow the Mountain and Arctic Unit! Zoë would love to do this too! Thanks for the explanation. The harness we use is quite flexible, so it didn't bother us. At least, we got used to it. Maybe we have to try your suggestion and see if it feels more comfortable. Another option is to extend the length of the aluminum bars (they are adjustable). Thanks!
@gpellegrini13gp
@gpellegrini13gp Жыл бұрын
3x watched the movie ! Incroyable !!!👍👍👍
@mariuszchmielewski7512
@mariuszchmielewski7512 3 жыл бұрын
It's a great achievement. You inspired me, everything is possible, thank you
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Mariusz!! Indeed, everything is possible, and anybody can do it, as long as you really want it :)
@karlstine2065
@karlstine2065 3 жыл бұрын
I want to do that. What free spirits. I absolutely love your grit. Go for it little sister. I will buy your book.
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
Hi Karl!! Just do it :) We didn't have any experience with roller skiing, everybody can do it :)
@BianchiEV4
@BianchiEV4 Жыл бұрын
Super Amazing ! I'm also a Skiroller Athlet , i know what this big Trip means to your bodies ! Respect .
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf Жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot! It is an amazing workout for the body :). We were definitely fit afterwards!
@thibod07
@thibod07 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome! What a great adventure! Thank you for sharing! You are an inspiration! I really enjoyed your resilience and strength facing events you could not control. 🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️!
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
Hi Marc! Thank you so much for these encouraging words! This inspires us to continue :)
@joemalecki6780
@joemalecki6780 Жыл бұрын
what a great adventure ! I rollerski a lot, to get ready for winter skiing, but I have to commend you on your ability to just strap them on and go, while pulling a trailer, and having never rollerski'd before !! Luv your spirit and sense of adventure !
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Joe! It was an incredible adventure and a little bit crazy without having experience. But, it's possible and you don't have to be an expert to start new adventures :)
@Meindl-zm8jq
@Meindl-zm8jq Жыл бұрын
Light on vehicular traffic it looked to be. Beautiful trip, congratulations.
@CanadianSledDog
@CanadianSledDog 3 жыл бұрын
I just found your channel and I'm so glad I did! I can't wait to watch the whole adventure!
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this motivating message! We are also glad that you found us :))
@M_AbdF
@M_AbdF 3 жыл бұрын
I usually do it's bad for April, since the ski season is ..., but now I see that the season does not end, and quite the opposite, it continues, moreover, the beyond prospects are opened ...) right after breakfast will begin to search for the necessary sports equipment and .... on the way!) Thank you for the siblink idea!) You made an excellent film, beautiful views and pictures .... very much motivates and then really want to live! You are great wells!) Good luck to you and creative success!)
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the motivating words!! Here we had 20 centimeters of snow this morning, so winter continues as well :). We also are will search our skis and go for a tour this morning :). Enjoy!!
@M_AbdF
@M_AbdF 3 жыл бұрын
@@WeLeaf You are twice happy 👍💪❤
@smegheadish
@smegheadish 3 жыл бұрын
Wow!
@bobby5432
@bobby5432 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing your journey, makes me think why am I so occupied with my work and family , may be rethink my priorities
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
It is always hard to find the right balance. There is enough time, but giving priorities to this kind of adventure hardly comes in the first place. It will be a challenge for us to integrate this in life after our world trip ;)
@marcoprevitera558
@marcoprevitera558 3 жыл бұрын
I'm really shocked!!!!! This is the dream of my life!!!! Do not give up!!!!
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
Well, if it's your dream, you have to do it! Go for it :)
@ronwebb3726
@ronwebb3726 2 жыл бұрын
Greetings from the Northern Cascades of Washington State. What an epic trip, and videography! Bravo Indeed!! Blessings for you two on your new adventures.
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Ron! Thanks a lot for the kind words! It was an epic trip and probably the most enduring thing we did during our world trip :). Greetings from Norway!
@Wayondon
@Wayondon 3 жыл бұрын
Absolutely wonderful! You are both truly inspiring.
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Alain :)
@martinriley106
@martinriley106 2 жыл бұрын
What a great way to get around and brave to take on such a challenge!
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Martin :)! Roller skiing is fantastic. Hopefully more people will discover this way of travelling!
@micksoden7064
@micksoden7064 3 жыл бұрын
Well done,you two.olivier pushed his feet out a lot,which is very hard work.what a great challenge and adventure.
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Can you explain what you mean with "pushing his feet out a lot"?
@micksoden7064
@micksoden7064 3 жыл бұрын
@@WeLeaf sure;Olivier's stance is causing his feet to push the skate out a few degrees,creating a lot of hard work for him.strong man! Love your adventure.
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
@@micksoden7064 We will have to work on that :). Thanks for the feedback!
@ValentinG23
@ValentinG23 3 жыл бұрын
wow ,not one pot hole was seen in the entire video !!!what a great video 👏👏🔥
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
Hehe yes, roads are excellent in Europe :)
@ValentinG23
@ValentinG23 3 жыл бұрын
@@WeLeaf not the whole Europe cuz i’m from Romania and roads are pretty terrible in my country😅😅
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
@@ValentinG23 Haha, true, even in Belgium some roads can be terrible. But, The Netherlands is great and most roads in Scandinavia were also very good.
@benniosvideokanal
@benniosvideokanal 3 жыл бұрын
Gratulation, ein außergewöhnliches Abenteuer und ein tolles, und stimmungsvolles Erlebins-Video. Da ich selbst auch den Sport betreibe bekommt ich als Zuschauer Fernweh und verspürt eine Motivation Euch nachzueifern. Bin echt extrem beeindruckt und freue mich mit Euch über die einzigartigen Erfahrungen die Ihr auf Eurem Tripp machen konntet.
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
Hee! Thanks you so much! Well, you should try a short trip on roller skis ;). Maybe with a backpack and not too far, but it's a special experience to travel this way. Thanks for the beautiful words!
@zfrberk
@zfrberk 3 жыл бұрын
Really Th trip looks perfect.I felt like was there while watching the video.Thx for share this video.
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! We are glad that you enjoyed the video, and that we could take you on our adventure :)
@lensarmstrong1616
@lensarmstrong1616 3 жыл бұрын
Zoya and Olivier you are even tough! The video is just a bimba !!! Goosebumps from watching. It's good when there are such like-minded people. Good luck with your adventures. Like :)
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
Hi Lens! Thank you so much for the encouraging words, this means a lot to us :). We just finished another 5 day roller ski micro adventure. So much fun!
@viperite
@viperite 3 жыл бұрын
what an amazing journey! thank you for sharing it.
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, you're welcome Victor :)!
@felixranesberger3846
@felixranesberger3846 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing this great story!
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome Felix!
@Red-ju4mi
@Red-ju4mi 3 жыл бұрын
How did they pack so much stuff!!! Ah they got a whole cabin in that trailer. Axe chair and everything
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
Hahahha, a whole cabin :p. We were on a long world trip, so we had more gear than on a normal short trip. We also carried camera gear, a laptop, an aluminum stove and a lot of food :)
@hermannvalsson4237
@hermannvalsson4237 3 жыл бұрын
What a great video and good story. Thank you.
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Hermann!
@nigeltaylor6495
@nigeltaylor6495 3 жыл бұрын
Fantastic video and a wonderful journey, thanks for sharing.
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Nigel :)!
@brunocapel6853
@brunocapel6853 3 жыл бұрын
Magnifique reportage !!!👏👏👏Superbe aventure de votre part, de très belles images accompagnées de musique de circonstances. Très belle aventure et beaucoup de forces et d'efforts pour nos 2 aventuriers, je vous félicite et comme nous le disons en 🇫🇷 " messieurs dames Chapeau bas ". Merci pour ce beau partage si captivant et bon repos. 💪🏆👏👏👏😍😍😍
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
Salut Bruno! Merci beaucoup pour ce beau commentaire. Vos paroles sont très encourageantes et nous font sourire :). Nous écrivons notre livre en ce moment, donc la grande aventure s'est transformée en plusieurs micro-aventures cette année et la suivante :)
@HuntingG-Man
@HuntingG-Man 3 жыл бұрын
What a beautiful part of the world in which to finish the adventure. You guys did a great job putting this final video together. Congratulations on completing your world tour and best of luck on your book!
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Gary! It's always a lot of work, but we are happy with the result :)
@SEAKPhotog
@SEAKPhotog 3 жыл бұрын
Very cool adventure. Well shot too. Thank you for sharing.
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks :)!
@sati614
@sati614 2 ай бұрын
Thats Epic! Ride Strong
@peterkuijt9368
@peterkuijt9368 2 жыл бұрын
Dankjewel dat we zo mee mochten genieten van jullie reis Heel inspirerend
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 2 жыл бұрын
Dankjewel Peter! Nog veel leesplezier in ons boek :)
@erikpeterson25
@erikpeterson25 3 жыл бұрын
Cool...thx for sharing..interesting way to get around ..
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
It's a beautiful way to travel! We hope more people get inspired to try this :)
@theworldhappinessproject
@theworldhappinessproject Жыл бұрын
This was an incredible video and huge success on your recent expedition. What a magnificent trip and we shall look forward to seeing your next adventure. Having lived in Sweden I can wholeheartedly see why you fell in love with the place.
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf Жыл бұрын
Thanks you so much for the kind words! We are still looking for our own place in Norway (although Sweden is still on our radar). Both countries have so much to offer!
@afitlife
@afitlife 3 жыл бұрын
Wat ontzettend leuk, niet beseffende dat dit ook het einde is van de 4 jarige trektocht op eigen kracht zie ik hier een hele leuke nieuwe manier van reizen. Prachtige beelden, prachtig gefilmd !
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
Dankjewel voor de mooie woorden :)! Zeg maar niet te vaak dat dit het einde is, we willen het zelf nog niet geloven :p. Het schrijven van het boek doet ons gelukkig de hele reis herbeleven!
@iwanruoss
@iwanruoss 3 жыл бұрын
Wow wow wow. Amazing video, adventure and people. 👍👍👍
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Iwan :)!
@razbarry42
@razbarry42 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing your adventure with the world. What a great epic end to your self-propelled trip. I am jealous that this was not me. The video and artistic quality of your video was outsanding. I dont know how you did this all with your limted equipment. You have an eye for the artistic shots. I loved the shots of the lakes throughout. The drone work was also beautifully shot. I look forward to going back through your other adventures. Thank you again.
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this beautiful comment! It we look back at it, we are also surprised how we did it :p. It's always a lot of work, but the end result and the memory is worth all the effort :)
@richarddirksen4501
@richarddirksen4501 3 жыл бұрын
Wow!!!! By far one of the best inspirational adventure and video out there. You guys give living a whole new meaning. Thanks for sharing.🙌💜
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Richard! These are beautiful words for us :)!
@abigailv5347
@abigailv5347 3 жыл бұрын
So cool I want to try! Way to go
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
Yes yes, try it!! You will love it :)
3 жыл бұрын
Wooow!! What a great adventure! Fantastic Video, as always, and a great motivation for everybody who loves to be outdoors! I am looking forward to your book. Enjoy your time in sweden! Cheers
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Sven!! Beautiful words for us :)
@Ge0Ann
@Ge0Ann 3 жыл бұрын
You two are inspiring. Zoe is my heroine!
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Ann!! Zoë feels very honored and humble at the same time!
@mirkobuzzelli8666
@mirkobuzzelli8666 3 жыл бұрын
Amazing! Congratulations, such a great story. Thanks for sharing
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Mirko :)! We are happy to share our adventures and even happier when we can inspire others :)
@victorvanderwinden2683
@victorvanderwinden2683 3 жыл бұрын
Bedankt voor het delen van jullie prachtige avonturen! Enorm inspirerend in de maanden voor ons geplande vertrek. Succes met schrijven, benieuwd naar jullie boek!
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
Leuk! Wat zijn jullie plannen?
@victorvanderwinden2683
@victorvanderwinden2683 3 жыл бұрын
@@WeLeaf Wij zijn van plan volgende zomer te gaan fietsen naar Centraal Azië, als eerste etappe. Een langere kanotocht en een thru-hike als de AT staan ook op de wensenlijst. Nu voorzichtig naar de route aan het kijken en corona-volente over een half jaartje vertrekken.
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
@@victorvanderwinden2683 Dat klinkt goed! Met al het positieve vaccin-nieuws lijkt het erop dat 2021 een normaal kan worden. We duimen voor jullie :)! En laat tegen dan maar weten waar we jullie kunnen volgen! Veel plezier met de voorbereidingen :)
@hannekekleingeld6015
@hannekekleingeld6015 3 жыл бұрын
Wat een prachtig avontuur! Erg leuk dat jullie ons met deze film meenamen op jullie reis! Fijne tijd in Zweden gewenst!
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
Hee Hanneke!! Dankjewel! We zijn intussen, na 7 maanden in Zweden, weer even terug in Nederland! In oktober komt het boek over onze wereldreis uit en daarom zijn we weer even terug. Daarna trekken we definitief naar Noorwegen :)
@hannekekleingeld6015
@hannekekleingeld6015 3 жыл бұрын
@@WeLeaf Okee, welkom terug dan. ;-) Ik kijk uit naar jullie boek! Even geduld nog. :-D
@MattiasForslin-c3q
@MattiasForslin-c3q 4 ай бұрын
Wow amazing video //Hugs from Sweden ;)
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 4 ай бұрын
Thanks!!
@Life-qj8sz
@Life-qj8sz 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome. Thanks
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@chargeriderepeat7024
@chargeriderepeat7024 3 жыл бұрын
Amazing effort, looks like pure torture to me :)
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
The first few days was pure torture :p
@luciano7324
@luciano7324 3 жыл бұрын
FANTASTIC!!!😱😱😱👏👏👏
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks :)!
@myrollerofficiel8062
@myrollerofficiel8062 3 жыл бұрын
Magnifique aventure, quel courage! Merci pour cette évasion, bravo et bonne continuation pour la suite de vos projets!
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
Merci bien!!
@eduardherak8599
@eduardherak8599 3 жыл бұрын
Moc krásné video krásná příroda díky přeji vám hodně štěstí a zdravý na cestách ❤️👍👍👍🏕🌞váš fanda Eduard 🇨🇿🚵‍♂️👍
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Eduard!
@alainmichaud3140
@alainmichaud3140 3 жыл бұрын
Quelle aventure, merci pour ce partage et bonne route à vous 😌🙏
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
Merci beaucoup Lucien!!
@lidiaburgi3308
@lidiaburgi3308 2 жыл бұрын
Ho appena iniziato ad utilizzare gli skiroll e me ne sono già perdutamente innamorata... sarebbe un sogno affrontare un viaggio come il vostro. Grazie per aver condiviso la vostra esperienza
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 2 жыл бұрын
Grazie Lidia! È uno sport meraviglioso e un modo meraviglioso di viaggiare. Divertirsi!
@alejandrodelavega9336
@alejandrodelavega9336 3 жыл бұрын
Great. Congrats. Nice!
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Alejandro!
@alabudzki74
@alabudzki74 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome. I use Skikes. I fell in love with Skiing at 40 and I have been doing it in the summer. I absolutely love it.
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
Great! We never tried Skikes, and wonder if they are easier than the longer roller skis. Did you try?
@alabudzki74
@alabudzki74 3 жыл бұрын
@@WeLeaf I have never tried the PowerSlide so I can't compare them. The main benefit I guess is that you can use any comfortable shoes with them.
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
@@alabudzki74 Definitely true! The Skikes are more similar to normal roller blades (in length), so that's why I guess there might be easier, but we should try it :)
@CanoeingTheEdgeOfTheWorld
@CanoeingTheEdgeOfTheWorld 3 жыл бұрын
What an adventure. The brakes you added were a great innovation. The uphill segments did not look fun to be honest. Scandinavia sure has some spectacular scenery. Great video.
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! The brakes were absolutely necessary and were our main concern before starting the roller skiing, but they worked very well. Norway was extremely tough uphill, but once in Sweden we were trained so well that the hills were easy :p
@thomasekeberg
@thomasekeberg 3 жыл бұрын
I dont have any interest in roller skis, but this video was randomly suggested today. Watched it because you stopped by my place in Norway on your trip. Great video, and great adventure. Will watch your other videos now. Looks amazing.
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
Hi Thomas! Thanks! Well, KZbin did a good job :p. Where do you live in Norway?
@thomasekeberg
@thomasekeberg 3 жыл бұрын
@@WeLeaf Yes. Looking forward to watching the rest of your videos :) I live in Ådal. You just stopped and filled up your waterbottles and I gave you some beer. Hope you did find a nice spot to camp.
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
​@@thomasekeberg Oooh! The 'you stopped at my place' is really at 'your place'. I've understood it wrong. Of course, we remember that day! It was one of the toughest days we had on roller skis. We camped a couple of kilometers north of your house, down at the lake at the Ringerud Gård. The beer has never tasted so good :). Is the lake frozen right now?
@thomasekeberg
@thomasekeberg 3 жыл бұрын
@@WeLeaf Thats good :) Yes, it's still frozen.
@daveg8803
@daveg8803 3 жыл бұрын
Wow, what an AMAZING adventure!
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Dave!
@ingridbouman9845
@ingridbouman9845 3 жыл бұрын
Geweldige video, super gedaan! Heel erg bedankt voor het delen van jullie 4-jarig avontuur, heb er écht super van genoten en door de manier van jullie schrijven en filmen ook vaak meegereisd, het heeft me geïnspireerd! Nogmaals bedankt en heel veel succes met jullie boek 💪👍🍀😘
@WeLeaf
@WeLeaf 3 жыл бұрын
Dankjewel voor de mooie woorden Ingrid. Heel fijn om te horen dat je zo genoten hebt van onze verhalen en films. Dat doen ons plezier! We zijn goed bezig met het boek en ook hier willen we natuurlijk een heel mooi resultaat neerzetten :)
@ingridbouman9845
@ingridbouman9845 3 жыл бұрын
@@WeLeaf dat gaat jullie zeker lukken!
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