THE JOYS OF BRITISH SUMMERTIME!

[@christianwatson9471]

This is why i love your videos mate…”Reality vs Instagram”. Struggle to get out on the bike and you show that, and also a needed reminder that life is precious. Bravo dude 👍

[@SherryOram72]

Oh my Thomas. You are indeed such a special soul. We never know what life may throw at us. We all have our own struggles and demons to contend with. I think as we try our best to navigate though all the ups and downs we learn things along the way that prepare us for the unknown. You were prepared even though at that specific moment you thought you weren’t. Life is short. And unfortunately many don’t realize this until it’s too late. But it’s never too late to make a difference. I’ve come to realize that it isn’t what you GET in life it’s what you GIVE that truly matters. Just the smallest insignificant things at times are the most profound pleasures. For example I always keep a tin of candy in my drawer at work. Every now and then I randomly leave one on a coworkers desk. Just seeing them smile upon its discovery is so heartwarming. I know it’s “just a candy” but it brings such joy. One day at a time my friend. Keep smiling and keep discovering. Not every ride is meant to be epic but every opportunity to ride is a blessing 🤗🇨🇦🚴‍♂️

[@jmc8810]

This channel keeps exceeding my expectations with every new post. Congratulations Thomas

[@CyclingwithRuss]

I lost my grandad 2 years ago and still can’t get my head round the fact he’s gone. I still drive to his house and remember him and my grandma. Was the only constant in my life. Weirdly I remember them a lot when I’m out on the bike. Feels like there with me pushing me up the climbs. Love the idea of compass riding

[@Mark-Lonsdale]

Thomas... Your openness and honesty is an inspiration 👍

[@TheCyclingTattooist]

🙏

[@eto2352]

Life is fragile and precious. Thanks for the reminder mate

[@eldustino100]

Touching story and glad he's OK fella.

[@UncleColin]

Sorry to hear about your granda choking, that must have been horrible mate. You've inspired me to take a first aid course, my Dad almost choked to death a few years back and someone that knew first aid saved him. It's been on my mind to take a course since then but hearing you say that today had been the kick I need. Cheers mate and all the best.

[@cardiaccyclist7477]

Get well soon Grandad.

[@andrewh3216]

Hey Thomas, you did a great thing but don’t overthink it. Other people feel inadequate when they see someone step up. Oh, and everyone suffers the ‘come down’ after a great cycling trip. It all proves you’re normal…and your vids are really enjoyable. Well done fella 👏👏

[@LagunaRider1961]

Greetings from Laguna Beach California 🌴 Love your videos!! I know you were just here in California but you should leave the bad weather behind for good and move here! Great cycling community all through the state and we would love to have you!! Cheers!!

[@jnthnmllry]

You’re not alone, I did c2c in a day back in June and ever since then have been really struggling to get motivated 😢 the weather really hasn’t helped aswell.

[@Greg.Sutton]

Very common - set yourself some mini goals to achieve. Goals that your can tick off on your way to your next event. Even of they are just PB's on the indoor trainer. Maybe even just "complete" all routes in that popular indoor app.

[@Greg.Sutton]

Lack of Motivation...... leading to what your talking about feeling down is called Avolition (i think) and is a very real condition. Especially prevalent after traumatic events such as you describe with your Grandad. Well done for getting deep and getting the message out there. Normal lack of motivation. I first came accross it in another sport after huge competitive events. Normal life and work on a Monday were a nightmare after the huge high's of competing internationally. This is when you need a plan - a mini goal as such. Probably several of them.

[@Syd_McGee]

No matter what is thrown at ya you just keep rolling. Love it. Glad your grandpa is all good.

[@grahamgair7717]

Good to see you back out on the bike fella. Glad to here that your grandad is recovering, I would 100% recommend people doing some form of first aid training, you never wish to have to use it but if you do your actions could make a huge difference to a loved one, cycling buddy or complete stranger 👍

[@andrew30m]

I did the same yesterday 😂 struggling to motivate for a route, so simply went off and turned as the mood took me to explore the area on my bike. Then followed my nose back which was in Leeds rush hour traffic, not something I’ve done before and whilst not pleasant gained some confidence that it’s not the end of the world.

[@ZombieGregS]

Hope all is good, glad to hear he is okay

[@sjjw43]

Thank you & bloody well done, mate!

[@ajsds66]

All the best for your Grandad. ❤❤

[@TheCyclingTattooist]

🙏

[@airbraker]

I have been in a similar situation. I was fine just after but on my way home I had to pull over because I was shaking and went into some kind of shock. It takes ages to get over it and on reflection I think I may have needed some kind of professional counselling. I like you hated the fact that people thought I had done some big heroic thing when all I did was a human thing that I luckily had training for. For you its got to be worse as it was a loved one mine was a stranger. Even describing the situation has brought it back so be prepared for it to stay with you mate ... sorry !

[@jamesdean5621]

One of "them" days Thomas. Good work getting out on the bike. Even though it rained and the camera got damaged, I bet you still felt a bit better after the ride than you did before which is why we do it. Thanks for sharing, stay strong 💪

[@Garybaxter1]

Nice one Thomas! the joys of British weather! I remember one time I had to shelter in a old phone box because it was thunder and lightning and persisting it down with rain and another time on a country road one part was completely soaked and then suddenly like someone had drawn a line it was totally dry..... 😁

[@ianrichardson4558]

its amazing how getting out your bike mate gives you the buzz even in the rain! to cope with what life throws at you in the wildest of circumstances all the best Thomas 👍👍

[@Krooks44]

It's those moments on the bike, especially when you are not in a great headspace that you can just say sod this and pack it in. Or you can actively make the choice to embrace the suck and turn a shit day into an epic one. What a great cycling story you have now for that day out... Great job!

[@TheCyclingTattooist]

😁🙌

[@joemartnz]

thanks for sharing your experience with your grandpa Thomas. I had to do CPR on a guy at work who was found unconscious in the toilets; it's a flurry of panic, wonder, adrenaline, etc. He never came 'round unofrtunately. You and your grandpa (and family) are very lucky he came through and you are bang on, with how quickly things can change, so cherish every moment. Even though you don't want it, many will consider you a hero, for taking action. That's the important part buddy! (even better when your 'skilled' sister can help ya too)

[@chrismadge7292]

That is pretty much how i do most of my 'exploring' rides. I just use my sense of direction, the sun and other visual clues to work out where I am. Sometimes its good to detach yourself from the tech. Hope your grandfather makes a speedy recovery.

[@TheCyclingTattooist]

It’s definitely a fun thing to do now and again… 😁🙌

[@mlafleurhua]

Thx Thomas for the refreshing video. I enjoyed the whole thing. I hope talking through your recent family experience helps you to process the stress and ptsd of the event. Regarding your recent lack of motivation, I think you are going through a recurring process for avid UK cyclists and youtube creators. Basically a combination of the strain of the sustained effort to produce quality youtube content, plus coming down from the highs of many outstanding recent trips abroad. Best to be patient, the lull will not last too long. Motivation will return given your passion for the bike and for expressing your creativity. Some suggestions for the next month or so: share some of your experiences with structured training; train for some hill climbing events; pick some of your favorite coffee shops 50-80k away and take us on rides to each of them; ride with some new people - you are a very strong rider, reach out to to some local racers and go out with them on their recovery or endurance rides; find a local velodrome and give that a try. Free your cycling mind!

[@BartAndrzejewski]

Basically the same ugly af weather rn in Poland - 16-20 degres, grey, pouring. Those up & downs are quite hard to manage especially if you were riding in such nice places, with full sun, etc. I'm always struggling during rain - checking the weather app and seeing that this gonna continue for several days - not helping :D. Best of wishes for your grandpa. First aid is like a helmet/lid basically. Gotta have it, don't wanna use it/check it. :) Keep up the good job with both keeping ur beloved ones alive and putting that riding content up.

[@PaulTheCyclist.]

Well I am sat here watching and thinking You Lucky B. I am off my bike till October after having surgery a few weeks back.

[@carlobalzer3238]

Great video Thomas well said 👏 👍 👌

[@TheCyclingTattooist]

Thanks 🙏

[@jamescoulter8413]

Glad your Grandad is ok. Scary stuff. Reminded me of doing the same thing when my daughter, who is a doctor, was choking. Luckily she wasn’t as bad as your Grandad. Well done for saving him 👏🏻👏🏻

[@cdwilson12]

Sounds terrifying that Tom and it's amazing you knew some first aid and saved your grandad's life. Cycling is a good distraction from things playing on your mind and life in general. Good video again as usual

[@greatestgunner]

Watching these late, but well done mate. That’s a nightmare scenario

[@jamesdoherty4jd]

Always real..love it..Keep going!

[@TheCyclingTattooist]

🙏🙏🙏

[@simondaly7926]

You done well bro I performed the Heinrich on my dad a similar situation happened to me it's lucky I was there and in you're instance as well bro bugup my bro...💪💪💪 Know let's get back to riding ❤

[@stuartguy4479]

When something traumatic happens it can be tough for most people to comprehend, when it happens to someone close even more so. Take the time to process what happened and if/when you feel the need to talk about it I would urge you to do it. Great video again in the British summer 😅

[@n22pdf]

Great vid dude very inspirational.. what a legend 🚴🏻🚴🏻👍🥇Pete

[@Omnis2]

Around here, it's just so brutally hot that I'm finding myself not even enjoying being outside for anything. Cycling, brutal. Golf, brutal. Just can't do it in 118 degree heat index.

[@kay_jay_em]

10:38 very true. Everyone should become familiar with Heimlich, CPR, Epi-Pens, AEDs, etc… really could save someone’s life!

[@thecyclingsoldier6732]

Your a good bloke! 🙏 hard to keep motivation when cycling abroad then coming back to the UK 😂 🌧️

[@Truss182]

Great video and appreciate the honesty with the motivation, good to know you’re not alone in this!

[@ianjenkins44]

loving the content - very relatable. I get how you feel. Keep going!

[@perfectzero84]

That 10% chance of rain means that there is a chance that 10% that that area will get rain.

[@rickvoss709]

Yeah…I’m not feeling it at the mo mate just dragged meself off the couch to do a little leg spin then…wouldn’t mind I’m on shutdown all week…need to get me arse into gear tbh hope your grandad is doing okay btw 🤞🏻

[@MrNigelhutton]

stay strong

[@TwoWheels_OO]

Thanks for sharing bro

[@ZwiftDude]

Tommy Tommy - make sure you don't charge your power meter, don't charge the garmin, turn off the lights nothing compares to the thrill i assure you Plus intro needs refreshing... as different bike n all 🤣

[@m1les7]

Mint vid 👌💪🏁

[@christophertoro9177]

Sometimes we need to digress to make progress, such is life. I'm glad that you made this video for us. Straight from the heart and I'm hoping that the Go/Pro Gods will come through with a new camera for ya. Peace my brother

[@Steven-Sea_gull]

Top man Thomas it can be harder with friends and family to do CPR as some people freeze 💪💪 great content welcome to UK weather 😂😂

[@mikehhhhhhh]

Glad I’m not the only one that feels low and lacks motivation after big trips. I love the exploring with a compass idea! Have you considered that it could be at least in part overtraining? I always found this is how I felt when I’ve overdone it.

[@bikenliftdad9983]

I have been stuck on the trainer since 4/1 with a separated ac joint and surgery. I would love to be on the bike regardless of the route or the weather at this point. 4.5 months and counting stuck inside!!

[@kevstephen9393]

Just goes to show, not all heroes wear MAAP. Well done in a very scary situation and having a calm Sis to help. ❤

[@WNJ-v8h]

If you fancy a bimble with Stour Valley Velo, let me know. Leisurely with coffee for the sake of it. Keep up the good work. Loving the vlogs

[@jonathanwithecombe557]

No-one but Brit's know the pain of the British summer! Maybe you need a few more social rides instead of just going out and smashing it... come out with me... that's gonna be at a very social pace indeed ;)

[@Unktiontofunktion726]

I wish the temps were “warm ish” here in TX. I rode today w/ a temp of 105° w/ a “feels like” of 111°. Rough day! 🥵

[@matskelton9589]

Strong T 💪

[@JibbaJabber]

If that was Essex, I wouldn't be surprised if they ran over the GoPro on purpose😉 GoPro, more like StopAm. Thanks for sharing, and best wishes.

[@jamesg1501]

Cool cycling gear, do you buy online or in a cycling shop?

[@TheDAMills88]

12:41 was the moment he knew, it was going to get ran over!

[@okantichrist]

I love those sort of rides 👍🏻 . Pretty limited mind you here in East Kent (near Dover) 😬go West (not so) young man 🤣

[@El_Ultimo_Kilometro]

How do you manage to record without the image moving? what is your main camera? Thank you very much Thomas

[@dennisbaron5680]

good advice , i like your channel and content because of the truth you speak and that you get animals as i do , next year why not try one or more of the sicily cup events , we can put you up , they are trying to get more foreigners here , great events

[@jamesking3162]

How do you deal with doing your first hundred miles ride ? Looking to do one sometime soon as doing 25 to 30 miles with ease ?

[@LTFC77]

How do you find riding with AirPods? I get a bit bored on long rides on my own so been looking into listening to some music but safely

[@wills681]

Good man, Thomas. Hope that your grandfather feels much better v. soon. You are so correct... life is precarious and can change in an instant.

[@matthewgrimm3187]

Always best to have a break or holiday after a big event. As you have built up and built up.than you do the event everything feels flat. Week off fixes that Just like a boxer training for a fight He wound rest after the big event Same as pro cyclist after Tour de France A massive high brings a low

[@reecedawson6113]

I think we all suffer from low motivation especially after completing a challenge or a event. Maybe you book in some events (audax) or try a road race/cyclecross

[@db613]

Buy new gear, always motivated me😅😂

[@degen1343]

👍