57yo F , obese , divorced and started getting on my bike for slow day trips during Covid , am now looking into overnight camping on dedicated campsites beginning with a couple of nights at a time . I prefer to bike alone and living in The Netherlands with Germany and Belgium within 60 km I have plenty of options . Thank you for your videos .
@matztertaler27777 ай бұрын
Watch out the german " Dachgeber "( Google it ) a forum for byciclists to het a free overnighter from a place in a garden to errect your tent till a nice bed in a free room. There you can stay save overnight, a good way to bike travel .
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
Hi everyone! We're no experts, we share information which is mainly based on our personal experiences and opinion. Everyone has a different approach and we ourselves keep on learning every day. Hence, try to view this information as a general guide and try to extract the information that is useful for you. If I missed something, share it in the comments so we can learn from each other! Thanks for watching 🙏
@Bikepacking Жыл бұрын
I am sure this going be good with even watching it ..i watch later
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
Thanks 😊 Let us know what you think? All the best, E&M
@davidalderson7761 Жыл бұрын
I would like you to tell more on your satellite tracking usage as so many people carry but never mention it too much. I find mine invaluable and my family have no worries about me being off the beaten track. Their piece of mind as well as my safety from any accidents the tracker has you covered ( not 100% total Safety ) but very close and far better than “off grid”. Being off grid is seriously stupid, unless the person who finds themselves injured is happy not to be rescued and happy to possibly die from their injuries. Off gridders also put rescue teams at risk looking for them.
@Bikepacking Жыл бұрын
@@WheelstoWander keep traveling
@mysurlytrucker7510 Жыл бұрын
Hi guys I think carrying a defence spray by both party's is important, its a none lethal way to get a possibly very dangerous situation under control to at least let you hurriedly pack and run you can leave the person with a bottle of water, but now they will not be so keen to attack again.
@exploringfuture Жыл бұрын
Ticks falling from a tree is real situation. Had few occasion where we found ticks in head. Those busters
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
😲 Is it? O no... we never check our hair... but thanks for letting us know!
@als050 Жыл бұрын
There's something fascinating about hiding from heavy rain in a tent
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
We feel that way to!!
@professorgraves2926 Жыл бұрын
Bicycle touring is a serious matter indeed. Thank you so much Maudi for going through the trouble and stress to make this video. You are our tower of power, and wisdom.
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
Serious but also a whole lot of fun! 😊 Thanks professor Graves!
@Giannis_-zq5hl28 күн бұрын
Very helpful. I am new to cycle touring, and a concern I have is regarding the dogs, as they are prevalent in the general area I am planning on going to. Also, another thing that somewhat scares me is the night, and whether or not my belongings and I are going to be safe. As I have zero experience picking a camping spot.
@WheelstoWander11 сағат бұрын
Perhaps try and do a couple of test runs (overnighters, a week) before heading out on a bigger trip and build up some experience and confidence. Best wishes and enjoy the road 🍀
@annatomalik9958 Жыл бұрын
Thank you You have great adventures, and I love that you tell your stories.
@dayanmayengbam6587 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for your valuable information watching from northeastern India
@AmbientWalking Жыл бұрын
This is so useful! I am very happy that you are sharing this with everyone! Good job!
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
Thank you Ambient Walking! That is great to hear 😊 Best wishes, E&M
@nwullfrith6176 Жыл бұрын
Really great video guys! Fear is the barrier to that first overseas tour🙂
@pedrorego895311 ай бұрын
Maudi, you're very professional in your videos. Thank you!
@Krishna598 Жыл бұрын
Very very Hard working Bicycle Travel God bless you Medam
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
Thank you too KRISHNA TECH 🙏🏼 Best wishes, E&M
@michelezucchi964 Жыл бұрын
Amazing video as usual. Thanks for sharing all those info. A suggestion to treat ticks. One of the safest way to remove a tick is pretty simple and effective: use a small amount of cotton, a cotton wad or so. Put on it a drop of liquid soap or rub the cotton on dump solid soap. Then rub softly with a circle movement on the tick. It will "lose contact" with the skin without the risk of break it or killing it which to avoid when into the skin. I live in the Alps and unfortunately ticks are very common here. Frequent inspection is mandatory when travelling into the wild as you perfectly mentioned.
@robertgraves3215 Жыл бұрын
Still going strong Maudi. Lovely! Love the archived footage .
@omare_biketonature Жыл бұрын
Thank you Maudi! Super valuable information!
@joannereinhard834 Жыл бұрын
Thanks, Maudi, for putting some "dangers" into perspective, based upon your experience. I enjoy watching your and Eric's videos and the places you travel, - and appreciate that you don't "glam" it up, but are very realistic. Keep riding!
@rabh6746 Жыл бұрын
Lots of great advice there Maudi👍I ride a motorbike and a bicycle and riding defensively is very important, never trust anybody to follow the rules and always expect the unexpected is my advice!
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
Yep, The best way to minimise risk! 👌
@kevinbarker125 Жыл бұрын
Thank you, for this amazing and extensive bank of helpful information. So Interesting and enjoyable to watch, as usual. Thanks!
@beverleygibson1394 Жыл бұрын
This is very useful information and as a bicycle tourist I never stop learning. This has pointed out some very useful tips I need to follow. Thank you Maudi for putting this video together. It will be well worth it as it will help to keep people healthy and safe. ❤
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
Thanks Beverley, like you said... we also never stop learning, glad you found it useful 😊
@peterweber4094 Жыл бұрын
Thank you. I’m heading off soon on my own “round the world” bike tour. Your videos have been a constant source of information and inspiration. Again thank you!
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
A little late... Wishing you a wonderful journey Peter! Thanks & Tailwinds 🍀
@guillermoelias2853 Жыл бұрын
Jullie zijn helden. 👌🏻👌🏻 dank voor alle mooie tips en tops.
@bobgong7832 Жыл бұрын
All of your advice and suggestions are spot on and speak volumes of your real experiences around the world. Strongly agree with your comments regarding what others may warn you about traveling in other countries/places. Only if the person telling you how "terrible and dangerous" a country is, has actually traveled there themselves, will I really heed their advice. Most of the time it is hearsay passed along or rumors. I truly appreciate people sharing "info", showing kindness and concern about my safety, but always consider the source of information and how it is supported. Keep doing the wonderful things you and Eric do! 👍👍🙂🙂
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
A great way of putting it, information is often passed along from person to person.. Like you said, it's good to appreciate the concern but at the same time consider the source by looking at the way the news is transfered through body language, choice of words etc...
@CanyonWanderer Жыл бұрын
What an encyclopedia of useful information! I've been following your adventures for at least a few years (4 I think) and this is such an excellent summary of what to do / expect !
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
Thanks! 🙏 Glad you're still enjoying the video's 😊
@dougpeterson3356 Жыл бұрын
Regarding the every day wallet with local cash I also keep a couple of inactive dead credit cards in there. If a thief looks inside he may think he's got everything & just grab it & go. Thanks for these tips. Have greatly enjoyed following your adventures.
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
That's a very useful tip, good one! 🙏
@ingeleonora-denouden6222 Жыл бұрын
There are so many places here in the Netherlands I did not yet see, I can go on with my bicycle tours here 'in my own country' for many years. Of course things can happen anywhere. The weather can be a problem sometimes, especially because it's unpredictable. And just don't do 'wild camping'! As a member of NTKC and Natuurkampeerterreinen I can camp in wonderful natural sites throughout the country, legally and with bathroom facilities.
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
Absolutely, the Netherlands is a fantastic country for bicycle touring and our legal 'nature campings' are fantastic places to camp while still having the feeling of wild camping 🌲
@PumpkinVillage Жыл бұрын
This was outstanding and well produced. The presentation was spot on and articulated very well. Thank you and take care, Al
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
Thanks Al 😊
@grandbobby1 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for all of the wonderful videos you and Erik have made. You both are role models for effective and fun bicycling.
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the compliment grandbobby! 🙏
@lindawright7545 Жыл бұрын
Yes, ticks do indeed drop from overhead vegetation… it has happened to me twice…. Same tree (low hanging), two different days. The second time, I felt the tick drop onto my cheek and immediately confirmed what it was.
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
I can't argue with that 😉 It is a very energy consuming strategy for such a small animal. I wonder if they could have gotten up there by hitchhiking on another animal like a bird or squirrel.
@rahimullahmirza3849 Жыл бұрын
Very informative and beneficial for all tourists.
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
Thank you Rahimullah 🙏
@andreibica1019 Жыл бұрын
E X C E L E N T ! ! ! Thank you so much for these tips!
@joetilman7227 Жыл бұрын
I found a couple strong blasts from a sports whistle will pause most dogs, which also alerts nearby people (usually the dog owners).
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
Good one! 👌
@electricityofmind6300 Жыл бұрын
do not rely on dog owners, their dogs are "innocent"
@antonpastor7963 Жыл бұрын
hello thank you for your tip specially newbie cycling tour ride safe always godbless🙏♥️💪
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
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@tomsitzman3952 Жыл бұрын
WoW that was well organized and informative video. You said a whole book full of information in 27 minutes. You hit the nail square on the head. One bit of clothing advice to those wanting to have a nomadic adventure of biking, hiking, canoeing as well as motorized is wear wool. Wool is a natural fiber from a mammal and has a thermal range of about 15 F degrees (9.4 C) They keep cool on a hot day and warm on a cold day. Wool retains 80% of its thermal insulation value even when wet. Synthetic fabrics have no range.
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
Thanks Tom! Good onr, you're right! I didn't touch on it because I really don't like it, even a mix is to prickly for me 😋 But it's definitely good for regulating body temperature and even the prevention of smell...
@Longtack55 Жыл бұрын
Wool doesn't cool you on a hot day if you're cycling. Wear a loose cotton shirt and the sweat will evaporate before wicking and evaporation as wool does. That worked in Pakistan.
@Carol-bk1ro Жыл бұрын
Great video, thanks!
@ReimaginedAdventures Жыл бұрын
100 % retention you covered every angle thank you for this video. We like to look ahead to know how much supplies we will need before we run out typically about 3 days worth of supplys/food
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
That's a good one, we do that too! (and we always take too much 😋)
@BelloBelvedere9 ай бұрын
It is very important subject. 😊
@doncameron8815 Жыл бұрын
You’re both stars 🌟
@Shanbuddy Жыл бұрын
Thanks for yours safety guidelines🤝
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
Thanks Eragon 😊 All the Best, E&M
@horaciodedona3912 Жыл бұрын
Thank you. I'll keep an eye on most of your points. Iwish you guys the best on your endevours.
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
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@glenswada Жыл бұрын
Top notch presentation, thank you.
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
🙏
@KaterOnBike9 ай бұрын
Thank you, Maudi, for all your tips.
@WheelstoWander9 ай бұрын
Thanks 😊
@Seeking-777 Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much for the very valuable tips for cyclists! God bless you on the road in your adventures!
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
Thank you for your reaction Олег Тройно! Wishing you all the best, E&M
@jurgenheymans5773 Жыл бұрын
Top video. One of the better ones about this subject.
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
😊🙏
@weedhopp Жыл бұрын
Fantastic Tips Thank you so much for sharing ❤️ 😊
@weedhopp Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much Safe Travels E and M
@ChrisFacciol_LIFELINEPHOTO Жыл бұрын
Great job, I loved your points
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
Thanks Christopher 😊 All the Best, E&M
@bengt_axle Жыл бұрын
I enjoy your channel and appreciate your tips. I think I might do a bike tour one day, but would only camp in authorized areas such as national parks (where it is permitted), campgrounds and other areas where permission is granted. I think stealth camping in or near inhabited places or along roadways is not for beginners and generally not advisable outside your own country where you don't know what is private and public land, or whether the area is safe. For me it is just not worth the risk, and also because I do not want to be seen by the local population as an intruder. That being said, I did enjoy your many videos of you accepting invitations to camp in people's back yard and then showing them in your videos. I think this is a very important cultural exchange that contributes greatly to your content.
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the interesting additions, great points. Yes finding good stealthcamping locations is a skill and something you get better at when you do it more often... We try to avoid private or agricultural land but when we have no other option and get discovered, we ask & explain the situation which people appreciate and often they will then let you stay. Still, we don't like someone knowing about it so we try to avoid camping in densely populated area's and we might also choose to pay for a camping or another legal place to stay at.
@yevgenyo2181 Жыл бұрын
Thank you, very helpful video! Have a nice adventure!🙂
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
🙏
@kaylaquaqualezzi711 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for making this very interesting, eye opener video... Sorry about your grandma... Can't wait to see you next video...👍😊❤👊
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
Thank you Kayla 💚
@thegroove2000 Жыл бұрын
And dealing with any bereavements that may occur at home while away.
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
I'am not really sure what that means or how I should read the word bereavement 😅
@maninder1984 Жыл бұрын
Great video like always. You both are amongst my favourite people on internet.
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
Thank you Maninderjit 💚
@Kurmachanneltravel Жыл бұрын
Thanks information 👍👍👍👍👍
@AndileMokhathi5 ай бұрын
Great video all the way from South Africa
@WheelstoWander4 ай бұрын
Thanks Andile 😊 All the Best, E&M
@vincentssoul2369 Жыл бұрын
amazing safety package in compressed fail from advanced cyclist like you two ☀ , thank you Maudi for professional narration ❤ last year I did first trip from Uk to Lt, difficult part to me is editing the video
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
Thanks Vincent! Yes video editing is quite a learning process... Especially storytelling is an art 😊
@keefmillard Жыл бұрын
Another gem from the road, thanks for your work guys.First I've seen on this topic :)
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
Thanks Keef! 😊
@Itsabikepackingworld Жыл бұрын
Really Great video and an important recap Maudi useful as im about to set out on an extended trip Thanks !
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
Glad you found it useful! Enjoy 🍀☀️
@ThaMentalGod2003 Жыл бұрын
thx for this vid 😎😎 to me the animals section was the most important ngl, i didnt rly think of these small things such as diseases, ticks and insects. i was actually on the lookout for a vid which explains how a bike is built up but, which u also mentioned in the vid 😂def a good idea to put ur own bike together tho. again, thx for creating this 😎peace yo, stay chillin
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
Thanks, it seems like you are planning for an adventure?! 😉 Glad it was useful...
@ThaMentalGod2003 Жыл бұрын
@@WheelstoWander def not in the near future cuz yea, school 💀(im 19 btw) but yo, sometime 😎def bruh, def. i had a teacher once who cycled for thousands of kms in his life, always was interesting talking to him abt it 😎unfortunately im not in that school anymore cuz i kinda fucked up with the grades 😂(and i would love to go on and tell why school, having a job and the whole system is fucked, but i better chill out before this becomes a book 💀) peace bruh 😎stay safe on ur travels, dont get robbed or fucked up in any way. also dont fall asleep in taxis LOL 😂that teacher got his shit stolen that way (including the passport) 💀anyway, peace peace, stay chillin, stay positive 😎stay questionin (holy shit this comment became way too long 😂)
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
No probs, love this comment. 👌 All the best!
@ThaMentalGod2003 Жыл бұрын
@@WheelstoWander u too, u too 😎 peace
@davejenkins8013 Жыл бұрын
Very informative 👍
@aintnobodygottime4dat Жыл бұрын
Thank you for your efforts and experience. 🙂👍🏻
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
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@nigep Жыл бұрын
Great advice Thanks
@commoneuropeanstarling Жыл бұрын
Thank you for this! Sensible stuff, especially as many watch KZbin videos and think I can do this, too. While no KZbinr says "don't try this at home" "nor don't do it at all", it's important that people know their limits.
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
We feel it was important to make this video and give a more complete picture of what goes into making a bicycle tour. Thanks & All the best, E&M
@myronas Жыл бұрын
Thank you for this. Stay safe enjoy riding and share your experiences 😊
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
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@Longtack55 Жыл бұрын
Danke well Maudi and Erik. Yours are the best clips on YT. Come to New Zealand some day.
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much David 😊 We would love too... All the Best, E&M
@panchoxbrr301 Жыл бұрын
Well done ! I'd rather watch you guys in Iceland of course but this was excellent.
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
Haha, understand! Glad you liked it though. We're in Morocco as we speak, a good antidote to the cold we experienced in Iceland ☀️
@verenacharmine6335 Жыл бұрын
I really liked your way of talking about potential risks coming from humans - rather than a black and white perspective, different things can be true at the same time and you made that very clear. also had the experience that people warn me about the neighbouring countries (or minorities in their own..) with very serious faces without ever having been there, mostly when these countries were at war with each other at some point. mostly this seems to be based on negative portrayals in tabloid media or by conservative and right wing politicians rather than personal experience.. about the dogs: in romania, i was given the advice to neither stop nor try to escape the street dogs, but rather keep a steady pace thats a bit faster than walking. for me it worked well, because i didnt panick as much and the dogs seemed to get less activated than when i tried to go really fast.
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
Good one about the dogs, I'll try that out the next time! Glad you appreciate the nuance. Yes often the stories come from past events, sensationalised media, and just a general fear of 'the others'...
@JamesCorbett Жыл бұрын
That was hugely interesting and useful. I would like to hear about more techniques for dealing with aggressive dogs though. I met a really big one on my cycle today that nearly knocked me off the bike. I was going uphill so I couldn't 'outrun' him and I can very close to getting bitten, I think.
@ragbag46 Жыл бұрын
I only cycle locally in Thailand where dog ownership is very fluid, basically they stay with whoever feeds them, but many just roam. The ones that stay in one location are the worse as they like to defend their territory. I carry a small ex washing up bottle in a cup on my handle bars filled with white vinegar. I find it very successful, even if attacked by a pack, I cycle towards the leader and try and hit him on the head or eyes even the body is ok, they are usually surprised and back off, also one good thing they remember me. The vinegar is very cheap and lasts for ages, but I must admit if they catch me going up a hill it is difficult, I have had some close calls but so far it has worked.
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
We've heard of people carrying sticks in places with a lot of dogs, spraying with a water bottle might help, we heard of people using air horns, high tone dog whistles, dazers... Eric often tries to 'outrun' them or even cycles straighly at them, it sometimes works ...
@ragbag46 Жыл бұрын
Sticks work well but how do you manage on a bike when peddling along. Even in our small Thai village I often see elderly villagers walking along with a stick, not a walking stick, just by raising your arm in a threatening manner is sufficient to make a dog back off, they understand a stick hurts, I suspect they grew up as puppies getting a whack on the backside now and again if getting out of line.
@petermc754 Жыл бұрын
Thank you, great video. ❤❤
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
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@johnh9811 Жыл бұрын
Thanks
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
Thanks John 🙏🏼
@Bernhard20Zoll Жыл бұрын
Hello Maudi, I really liked this video. Why. Often the atmosphere on KZbin bike travel videos is a bit heavily focused on the beautiful, easy. Kind of consumption. This video is different. It's more serious and very private. That moved me, thank you. And it also shows other aspects of such a journey. (I myself only know cycling tours in Europe). It was very nice to see what's going through your mind and what's happening outside of the beautiful landscapes. Thank you very much for your openness. There may be more serious issues more often. Greetings Bernhard
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
Thanks Bernhard, yes I can imagine it gives a bit of an insight into our way of thinking about and approaching certain situations. Luckily 99% of the time the experiences are positive, it's just good to be aware 😊
@edwardmccall450 Жыл бұрын
Great tips.
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
A bit late but thanks Edward 😊 All the Best, E&M
@angelomiguelhandpan67955 күн бұрын
Jezzz I am melting from so much love 😍
@WheelstoWander11 сағат бұрын
😊
@ansona705 Жыл бұрын
Great job 👏🏻
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
Thanks Anson 😊 All the Best, E&M
@eversteverst1734 Жыл бұрын
hello. i am very happy that you are good
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
😊
@jamlarna Жыл бұрын
Absolutely fantastic video as always! I'm still going through all your videos and they are incredible ❤️ what was that !! Just after the sign for mines you were in the dark and there was a flash and you looked terrified 😲 what episode was that !!! ? Thanks again both for you amazing content 🤗 love From Wales 🏴
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot James! It was in Croatia where we had one of the most crazy days we can remember with a big thunderstorm, a bear sighting and landmines throughout the forest where we rode. One of those days... Ah Wales, we love Wales!! 💚
@tonydownunder5703 Жыл бұрын
Thank you young lady 👍 Very interesting video 👍 I love it when you do school teacher stuff 👍 I take it Eric is still crying about his little cut on his finger 😢 Maybe you should give him some more chocolate 🍫 🤔🤔🤔. Great video see you both soon on the next one 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
Thanks Tony! Yes we definitely make sure we are always fully supplied, chocolate wise 🍫
@dolittle67818 ай бұрын
Excellent video content! I especially enjoy seeing a man and a woman working cooperatively together. It's a sight to behold. Wish we could clone you guys so we could take you along on our cycling tours :-)
@WheelstoWander7 ай бұрын
Thanks for the compliment 😊 Best wishes, E&M
@cudeepblue Жыл бұрын
Thanks Maudi for this good video!! I really appreciate your efforts to put all this comprehensive infos together! From my experiences I can just confirm all your informations and advices, well done!! … by the way…., I saw some time ago, that you met Michael and Joanna, a Canadian couple in Marocco! What a small world it is!!! Cheers from Berlin ! Christian
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
Thanks! 🙏 And... Yes!! Wonderful people... We spent some time together in Marrakech! How do you know them 😊
@cudeepblue Жыл бұрын
@@WheelstoWander We met in Greece beginning 2019 , when I was on my way back to Berlin after a 2-year+ Eurasia cycling tour. We cycled together for some days, and they visited me later in Berlin. And yes, wonderful poeple, and very inspiring!!
@erikl.1860 Жыл бұрын
Mooi overzicht!
@josephfredbill Жыл бұрын
Looking forwards to your getting back on the road :-)
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
Cycling in Morocco as we speak 😉 All the best, E&M
@josephfredbill Жыл бұрын
@@WheelstoWander love it
@slimanehabib6923 Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much Maudi for this video do not forget to say hello to Eric i wish all the best to both of you from your fan of north africa
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
Thanks Slimane! Eric says hello 👋
@chopperguth Жыл бұрын
I love your content! Any plans to finish your Spain tour? Also, if you ever get to Arnhem NL, definitely stop by the Mountain Bike Museum... It is truly amazing what Jeroen has put together.
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
Thanks 🙏 Yes we do, Spain was so much fun. But for this year we have something else planned... Ps. thanks for the great tip!
@oxygenforlife_O2 Жыл бұрын
super
@drivestorage1779 Жыл бұрын
U guys are our fav bicycle touring channel. At least one of u must have done some professional filmagraphy. How much weight are u carrying on each bike (including foods, water & cold weather gears) when topped off? We bike commute, not tour. With trailer. Curious to know what weight u r pulling.
@gussieayaz5494 Жыл бұрын
What is a good chain lube (oil) ? I've heard some cyclist's say vaseline... would you know? What do you use? Thank you in advance.
@johangeens1673 Жыл бұрын
perfect 👌👌👌👌👍👍👍👍
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
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@viveviveka2651 Жыл бұрын
I wish more tents would be available in dark forest green. It's great for stealth (in most areas I go at least). Plus I like being inside a tent with that color. .. Do you know any good ways of dyeing nylon and polyester? Or any other approaches to changing the color of a tent or fly?
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
Yes we love it too and ot's barely noticeable once it's set up in a green area... Unfortunately we have no idea how to dye tent fabric 🤔
@dynamicopace16 Жыл бұрын
hi, i have been watching all of ur videos, just to ask. why you did not use disc brakesets for ur touring bikes? does ur hands hurt while braking? as we know rim brakes are less powerffull than disc brake counterparts.
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
No particular reason, we would like to try it but both our bikes got rim brakes when we bought them 🙂 Untill now no complaints!
@davidalderson7761 Жыл бұрын
On the upside of travel as a pair then I would hope two people going off a cliff and getting seriously injured and unable to get help is very small. For lone travel though Get a satellite tracker. Either way having a tracker the second it’s needed is a bonus, not having one it soon realises that there is a serious danger of a becoming a statistic. However small that is.
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
Yes especially in remote places! We haven't tried it ourselves but it's a great option for solo travellers...
@ejlaat-oc5ct Жыл бұрын
Is a bike Trailer worth using in long term tours many months? I save money for a many many yrs to ride with my bike trough the world maybe in 1 2 yrs of saving, so i can buy Equipment i already have some things they are cheap but they work for short camping trips i save for high quality equipment i have a 120 euro Trailer a 80 euro tent 60 euro sleeping bag a cheap sleep pad. Grand canyon cardova tent sleeping bag grönland explorer sleeping bag. a hard trail mountainbike=axxes debris 2022
@bikingviking6688 Жыл бұрын
Soooo... When are you guys coming to tour in the U.S.? We would love to have you! ❤
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
Ah thanks! 😊 Yes, last best!? We are bound to come over one day...
@keithc5729 Жыл бұрын
How tall is Maudi?
@petesig93 Жыл бұрын
3:31 - Is that the Pedros Road Rage Chainlube? This is the very WORST chain lubricant that I have ever used. I know the reason for the name; it describes the emotional state that using it leaves in the bicycle rider
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
We used Pedros Ice Wax! Pretty good but not exceptional.
@kaylaquaqualezzi711 Жыл бұрын
Hey Maudi, all those dark spots in Erick's body, are ticks or they are freckles??😂😂😂🐞🐜
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
Haha, yes freckles... Luckily 😳
@stevenpoels4639 Жыл бұрын
Comfirm that tics fall from tree s, 100 procent, live 20 year outdoors lots of In the tent...
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
Have you seen them falling?
@hobocyclist Жыл бұрын
Ticks are the worst threat to wild camping cycle tourers! Look for signs of deer and other animals if you see a nice clear spot under the trees for your tent chances are deer have slept there too 😂
@WheelstoWander Жыл бұрын
Yes, threat and dread... 😑 They can't help it, but they're a big nuisance!