TWO YEARS ON A BIKE 3/4

My book Two Years on a Bike - From Vancouver to Patagonia has recently released and I would like to tell you more about the preparation and share some of the stories from the road. This time in Colombia, Ecuador and Peru.
The maps I mentioned in the video: Mapout, Maps.me, Alpine Quest, Komoot, Google Maps
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[@MartijnDoolaard]

The maps I mentioned in the video: Mapout, Maps.me, Alpine Quest, Komoot, Google Maps

[@dansmith99612]

You should pin this comment. I only saw this 5 pages down.

[@michaelcollier8853]

thank you

[@deemes7028]

brilliant, just wanted to skip back and check again which apps you used, thanks for the info!

[@ash3rr]

Mapout didn't work for me. (I later realised that is only available on iOS, there is one on Android, but it's a completely different app)

[@Jacqui_adscoach]

You have some amazing drone footage! Which drone do you use and out of curiosity how many batteries did you carry with you? Thank you

[@frankwieser4193]

I follow a lot bikers here on YT, but I have never, never seen someone like you, with such impressive films. It is nearly unbelievable what you have seen and in some parts of your videos I look on my screen open mouthed. Hope your trips will never find an end! Thanks very much! Actually needless to mention: You are not only a tough and brave biker you are also a great photographer and videolfilmer too!

[@mrwes100]

True beast!

[@karylm23]

He is made of some supreme stuff. Blessings to him.

[@johnpoet4010]

Hi Martijin, you posted this on my 55th birthday, I watched parts 1-2, but this one is really kicking my butt and screaming, get the bike, get the bike, get the bike and go. I am still fit enough and have little holding me back. It's far too easy to see all the reasons not to start a journey and often very hard to pedal that first mile. There is something about your presentation that inspires in a very humble but reachable way. Today I found the bike and will pick it up soon, The gear is ready, I simply need to brush up on the tech, decide the route and go, just go. No more wait and see, no what ifs, no, there is always tomorrow. Thank you and please keep posting....John

[@rixieroo]

Lets hope you do John, we all think about doing things, but very few actually do, go for it, sir, go for it.

[@jigneshdarji9104]

Have a safe trip, John! :)

[@alexislegere1835]

Hope your trip did well John! 😄

[@jamesstephens6941]

John, the tech is optional. Few adventurists actually make videos, most content with photos on the phone these days. I’ve done a bit of touring in the US and just go. It doesn’t need to be months at a time. A week or two and it’s time to get home to do something. Then a bit later go on another section. The Pacific Coast is great. Go in fall after school starts and the RV pressure is less. Go southbound so the ocean is on the right side. Do the Great Allegheny Passage and the C&O Canal. Do the Katy In Missouri. If you still want more go across, always west to east. The winds you see prevail from the west.

[@disciplinefreedom3083]

Did you do it? Update us, go for it.

[@kylaroades2012]

I am still a young person and am about to graduate high school in the US and I dream of becoming an artist and therapist. I just want to thank you for one, giving me something to watch while running on the treadmill during the cold winter days, two, opening my eyes to the beauty of so many other parts of the world and people, and three igniting an inspiration within me to explore the world and make that a priority in my life. Thank you for all of the beautiful work you're putting into these documentaries. They have brought me such profound joy. Sending love and hope to anyone reading this.

[@aryanram02]

Kind of same but im from a different country. I want to work an it job but i want to travel a lot. Like a lot. Seeing this was so inspiring because theres soooo much stuff out there. So much unique and breathtaking stuff just waiting to be explored. I feel so stuck and restricted in my current Position in life but surely soon enough ill travel. And ill travel a lot. Much love and i hope you're gettjng closer to your goal too ❤❤

[@robsmith7503]

This series of videos is exceptionally good. The wait for part 4 is killing me 😊

[@minamineva]

can't wait anymore !!!!

[@melaniebarbisch9201]

Saaaame! 🤭

[@williamfarquharson1102]

Do we know when it's coming?

[@moedereendmoedereend7935]

@@williamfarquharson1102 in the future

[@robsmith7503]

@@williamfarquharson1102 Finally 😊 Here it is

[@carolking6355]

Wonderful. I’m glad you share the bad with the good. I’ve only had food poisoning at home from bad oysters. I’m watching you backwards but stuck in bed and thank you . I am 80 so you give me another life. Will buy your books ❤️

[@bryndishuldaasgeirsdottir6373]

Wow! The landscape, photography, not to mention the endurance. Wow is the only word to use for all of this.

[@MrGaryCampanella]

You are a brave man, Martijn. A lot of respect for you.

[@m.g9207]

Simply incredible journey, thank you so much for your hard work to create these wonderful videos!

[@AC-id5ow]

I remind myself, Martjin could have simply chosen to stay at his desk job. Thanks for sharing this inspirational journey. Coming from a position of working 17 years in a city at a desk, it's given me a lot to think about.

[@jordisalord]

I guess we’re lot of people on this situation. What drives me to think about how the world would be if all of us would take the lifes this way.

[@katerinamakrlikova8675]

@@jordisalord Everyone and everything would be in the right place ❤

[@BrianthatiscalledBrian]

Your drone work is spectacular. This series is amazing. Thank you. 🙂👍

[@BrianthatiscalledBrian]

@@Marcel-Marcel The drone will follow the transmitter he is carrying.

[@ezra1402]

@@BrianthatiscalledBrian I was wondering!

[@oskar6607]

What a trip, great storytelling and fantastic photography. Bravo! I ordered the book.

[@rafael.alberti]

Woow, I'm Chilean and so looking forward to the last bit! Congratulations! Awesome quality

[@cyclingseasons]

cried a few times, because our planet is so beautiful. cant wait for part 4

[@rudolfboukal1538]

I know that you are trying to keep your temporarily paused mountain journey relevant in our minds, while you are forced to wait for the snowy season to end - for we all surely want to rejoin you in that adventure. We are waiting with anticipation and understand. Posting these videos of your other adventure is brilliant. I also think that they are most enjoyable. I know it takes you a lot of time to prepare these - but they are so worth it. Good job!! You actually, could have dragged these out over a longer period of time - you are an excellent video editor and storyteller - most enjoyable!! Thank you - and keep going! We see you!! 🥸

[@griffith500tvr]

I have watched all of Martijn's videos two times, this is the third, I also watched videos by other people about Martijn. All the videos are very well done, I like the calmness of Martijn's charakter. Since I started watching I have started also thinking about my own projects again. Thank you....

[@mhilde7744]

Such honest narrative, people tend to romanticize these adventures. They happen with the Ying and the yang, though. Great stuff-i have to check out the book.

[@justevalang9473]

Watching you go around almost the world I have more respect towards you than ever before. I know I watched years ago with your bike but watching all over agin that I found you in KZbin is more than enough for me to be one of your biggest fan ever. God bless you always. I cannot wait to watch more of your vlog with you Cabin. Take care buddy.. 👏👏👏👍👍🙏🏽🥰❤️

[@UchihaxStudios]

The thing i respect the most is when you are exhausted, on an empty stomach, it is raining, you are drenched in sweat while trying to find a path in this wild and difficult terrain but yet you set up your tripod to film a scene 👏🏻

[@ChrisDemers23]

Martijn, you are my new hero. Since stumbling upon your channel just a couple of weeks ago, I have been gobbling up your content. I was thrilled to see that you released your 3rd chapter this evening and - as expected - it did not disappoint. Good luck with your new home and thank you for the recommendation of MapOut. I downloaded the app before I finished watching this episode. Safe rides.

[@wolfthequarrelsome504]

That was an heroic trip. Epic.

[@chetreo]

Aaah yeah that's the stuff. Feels like I'm getting my fix whenever you upload

[@KuldaevaWatercolor]

Your bike trip videos are such a wonder to watch ✨ I became physically disabled a few years ago and I feel deeply grateful to you for showing the world to people like myself. I travel vicariously through your incredible storytelling, videography and travels on the bike 🚲 Thank you, Martijn!

[@CatYoga1]

You are an incredible person on a fantastical journey. I couldn't enjoy it more. I've been following your renovation of the Italian Alps cottages too. It is just fascinating.

[@renujayajaya]

OMG 😮 I wonder if I could ever do something like this even in the next world?! Amazing!!! So glad to get to know the brave and adventurous you! Be you...ALWAYS! I thank God for people like you! This is like watching a movie. I wish you videoed more on this trip!

[@denaredford6701]

The vistas you captured with drone were spectacular . You are a man that has overcome incredible obstacles it shows a lot of fortitude . Thank you for the beautiful video , I really enjoyed it .

[@ilhamtlam5250]

I’ve seen every single one of your videos, The amount of calm is unlike anything else❤ you are actor

[@physicsguybrian]

The fact that you've taken this journey, massive distance, massive changes in elevation....its unreal! Add to that, the video work including the amazing aerial work! My goodness man you've done SOLO what entire teams try (and often fail) to do. You have done an astonishing job capturing your journey WHILE living your journey! My deepest respect to you Sir!!!

[@ALEXTRIPS]

Oh man,and I was immediately hooked by the way of telling the story, this way of traveling takes it to another level and very deep, which also seems to me like a metaphor of life with ups and downs, I can't wait for 4. Greetings from Costa Rica.

[@miamichiefs]

I live in the mountains of Patillas, Puerto Rico. This area is a tropical rain forest. Usually by November you have short quick storms and beautiful days. It really hasn’t stopped raining since Hurricane Fiona. A few breaks here and there. So I don’t know how you did so much bicycling in all that rain. Cheers to you. Your journey was impressive. Overcoming so much adversity. You inspire me to do more. Thank you.

[@lindabeaulieu6770]

Hello from Canada! Was so memorized by your story telling, photos and video. I could listen for hours. You're so brave doing that all by yourself AND doing all the great photos and video. Incredible.

[@mikeboshko2623]

The part where you said, "I want to go back to the Pan-American Highway," was when I was like, damn, you would love a dual-sport motorcycle. The lighter the better for back roads. I did some cycling in Ecuador and, man, it was tough. I lived there for 2 years and had my old DR650 with me and could hit every back road you could imagine in any terrain or weather. Fast or slow. Congratulations on completing this trip. That really took a lot of strength. It's admirable. I'm showing this video to my students. It's got to be one of the best out there. I'll be doing China to Morocco by motorcycle in a year. I still haven't done a big cycling trip, but you've inspired me to give it a try some day.

[@MPam1619]

Oh how beautiful the Creator has made this earth! Thank you for sharing your incredible adventure.

[@LeahandLevi]

Just a reminder here to up the quality settings to 4k everyone! You'll thank me!

[@JasonDBike]

480p here, still magical.

[@antonio.carreira]

Just when I thought it couldn't get any better. Thank you so much, it really makes a difference!!

[@mrj3217]

I find know why this need A to be set manually now. It's a pain in the a**.

[@CyclingAdventures]

Wow this is mesmerizing! Just watched your stories and could listen to your storytelling for hours. Your calm pace, beautiful pictureS and magnificent (drone) shots are a delight to watch. We've recently gotten into making cycling documentaries as well, but seeing your story makes us realize we've still got a lot to learn :). Thanks for being such an inspiration!

[@afitlife]

Again beautiful and honest about how things turn out. Thanks for taking us along the journey.

[@mtjensen5]

I’m amazed by people like you who can travel all by yourself and on a bicycle no less! You are brave and must be in incredible shape. Very inspiring. Such adventures you have. Really cool.

[@tkkirkland9341]

We need part 4 Martijn. Thank you for sharing all this beauty with us.

[@gabrielroca1445]

Part 4 really needed!!!

[@ChampionGaming]

I've never seen scenery so beautyful that it makes me tear thank you

[@dougmckinney7575]

Just ordered both of your books from Amazon. Can’t wait to get them. Great ride, documentary and storytelling. Best wishes on you new off the grid home as well.

[@manfrombkk]

Everything you do, past and present, is an inspiration. More respect than I can express in words here.

Wow Wow, Never thought that Peru is such a beautiful stunning country. I love to watch those long downhill roads :D Thanks for this video :D

[@megmillcar]

I have enjoyed this video series beyond my wildest dreams. Beautiful and full of feels. Thank you.

[@anastasme]

These videos are beyond beautiful. Like watching a genuine movie, the story line, the music - excellent 👌

[@ghalexweb]

Amazing stories and great quality. Looking forward for the last episode in the series.

[@gabrielroca1445]

Amazing video, storytelling, camera, editing, adventure... Waiting for the part 4!!!!

[@doncox3136]

Love this series. I could never do it probably because I don't have the desire, but it is amazing watching someone else do it.

[@madi8181]

Because you think you can’t do it You said it yourself :)

[@kenboisvert7154]

Absolutely AMAZING!!! A lesser person could never have done this. What a journey

[@11UncleBooker22]

GUESS WHAT MAN?!?!?!, the autographed copy of your book I ordered came to MY HOME TODAY!!! I could NOT be more excited, or could you tell?

[@avbvb2681]

Amazing and beautifull! When can we expect part 4.4?????????

[@elenasendler9620]

All I want to say is thank you, your journey takes my breath away every second of the video!

[@YouTuber-ep5xx]

Thanks for sharing details of your trip, a trip I could not survive!

[@ytukike]

Martjn, I can't wait to see the final episode. I have been to the Andes in 1999 for a month long bike journey and watching your video brought it all back. Your videography is stunning, thank you for all this work and sharing. *A storm of mountains*, couldn't say it any better.

[@lcapplewood]

I love your travels! And it looks extremely challenging, and I am very happy to enjoy your story, but very happy I didn't do it! Props to you! 💥

[@janechristian5701]

Awesome in true sense of the word…….thank you so much Martjin for taking us there.

[@robertallen1885]

The quality of your work is fantastic. I found you first in the cabin and now the two years on a bike wow what a treat. First book I've bought in 20 years. Please keep the great work going.

[@sharondavis8003]

Never thought of Peru as so breathtakingly beautiful. Looked like fun speeding downhill after so much pain going up to the high altitudes. SUPER VIDEO!! Glad u recovered from your food poisoning!😎🇺🇸

[@yaikerz1]

Martijn these videos are amazing, they show the real beauty of the world. Ive been with my sister on a 20 days trip around Ecuador. And seeing them again in this video is amazing! I'm from Argentina (Tierra del Fuego) and I'm really hyped for the last video and to see your images from the Patagonia.

[@scrqqge]

Dude i have so much respect for you, you listening to you inner voice and act toward it. You are one of a few who have a million step bucketlist and you are living your life to the fullest, i cant wait when you will start your house again

[@nigelcowan4287]

Love your " 2 years on a bike" so inspiring. Thank You

[@uslee19]

That was the most epic watch! You are a hero of a man. Thank you so much for sharing!

[@iancascadden]

This series is a masterpiece

[@Lacazoo]

Episode 3 just took my breath. Such beautiful landscapes. I really love this series. Looking forward to the last part!

[@nonduality9]

Thank you for your awesome work! When will you publish part 4?

[@markpriest8504]

Martijn. This was an amazing video. Just wow. I admire you so much with your talent and your amazing adventurous spirit. I can’t wait to share your videos with friends.

[@judetefourie6642]

An absolute adventure of a lifetime. Can only imagine the thoughts & emotions that must have been running through your mind throughout this journey. This is the dream, man!

[@HD-ty8ng]

Found your channel the other day and thoroughly enjoyed bingewatching the bike-tour and cabin-building videos. Cudos to the beautiful pictures and scenes and being such a positive person all the way through this adventure. keep it up!

[@viniciusnovaes6295]

Man, I think that's the most epic bike trip I have EVER seen in my life. It's just amazing 👏 you did an outstanding job. Like, I'm speechless.

[@teresamarrero776]

Wow. I never knew how many mountain ranges there were. Physically, you must have what is referred to "a runner's gene". The shear strength it must have taken to do this journey, in my mind, is phenomenal.

[@sundown6436]

Amazing series, can`t wait till the final episode, it must have been an epic journey

[@sandihandi7831]

Oh my gosh, that was the most beautiful, fascinating video I have seen in a long time. WOW Thanks so much for sharing these wonderful sights. You certainly looked exhausted at times. I just can't imagine what all you went through.

[@dartmoormole]

Loving this series. Beautiful and inspirational. Respect

[@lessismore4842]

I can't wait to see episode 4. What awesome work you do! Thank you for sharing

[@lm69]

Wow. Well done buddy. One of the best bike tour series on the web.

[@barbarakirsch370]

Thank you for sharing your journey with us. And for keeping it so real. Beautiful.

[@manfredhaide518]

Martijn, you are an inspiration! Thank you very much.

[@alinacruz8115]

Beautiful images, beautiful storytelling. A delight to watch. Thank you.

[@francescam9539]

This has just been amazing to watch, thank you so much for sharing this incredible adventure with us.

[@penuricas510628]

No sabia que había estado, por estas tierras, espero que todo haya salido bien. FELICITACIONES. Gracias.

[@diegobarrios2183]

This is stunning content. Absolutely fascinating! Can't wait for 4/4!

[@itslukkeee]

This series is absolutely enchanting Martijn. Your story telling is incredible

[@guywiththepanzerhausf6478]

when i watch one of your videos i can finally get to be tor out of my daily life and see the wonders of the world. I'm a mountain biker my self actually, your videos are awesome. HU.

[@user-to1to7ck8v]

Those mountains in Peru were breathtakingly stunning!! ❤

[@rudymazar8666]

What a journey Martjn !! Impresive filming and photography .. you are a brave man

[@disturbunce2335]

man, you have quite the skill set. you have captured this area in such a natural way and with all of the light. I am very jealous, much better than I could have dreamt of doing myself. Congratulations.

[@ericpiccoli1913]

By 24:50, the shots are incredible. What a journey. I can't believe you made this doc all by yourself too. Can't wait for part 4!

[@elxakiltse8773]

Incredible. Again. You're really a gifted cinematographer and storyteller as many have said. I'd love to hear your personal reflections on trips like this, mabye at the end. What level of fitness do you think you need to do this? Do you think this is something anyone can do? What level of mental endurance do you feel you need? How much time have you invested researching all the gear and routes? What are your thoughts about loneliness and how do you confront that? Do you feel like you have any roots after traveling so much? Where is home in your heart? How do you finance such a trip? You've chosen a very unique path for your life. It's profoundly interesting. Thank you for sharing it with all of us.

[@rotaolusturuldu5365]

Living in the edges, crossing own borders are good to human being. We witness all the necessary things in your videos to encourage ourselves. Thank you.

[@ole_maim]

Amazing how you can give this feeling of presence in the place without leaving home, even the feeling of your challenge comes through! All your movies are just Fantastic! The best thing that I don’t have much time to watch something but every time I have this time I choose your channel! 🙏💗

[@CapCityDC]

The dichotomy of this trip compared to your cabin restoration adventures is so striking, yet the same resilience and take it one day at at time attitude is what allows you to accomplish both. Really enjoyed this 3rd video, off to #4 now.

[@lukaslinhart77]

Just stunning! Can't get enough of it! A really great achievement and a fantastic way of documenting it and showing it. Chapeau!

[@ConradRichardson]

Gives me a strong feeling of dropping everything and going pedaling. "routine is the enemy of time" - this is about as far from a 9-5 routine you can go. Thanks Martijn.

[@CMoore8539]

You are a gifted story teller! Thank you so much!

[@plntpwrdt2651]

What a great adventure 🤩 My dream is to visit Patagonia and other scenic places in Andes and your films are valuable guiding tool to plan that journey. I love your vlog about mountain hut renovation too. This is my other dream to have an off grid mountain hut 😉

[@marcom690]

Hello Martijn, I hope all is well and looking forward to the 4/4 video installment of your journey. I bought the book and it's amazing and inspiring. Thanks for sharing.

[@scharfam5770]

Such a fantastic and beautiful story of your journey! I am so looking forward to part 4. Thank you.

[@thangarajmj5814]

Binge Watched all the 3 episodes. So Calm, Peaceful, Good vibes and inspirational. I made up my mind to do a cross country bike packing tour this spring.

[@bjgsikking]

What an amazing episode to watch again. Great story telling, breathtaking footage, music; it has everything. Inspiration to the fullest 30 minutes long, every single episode. Thanks!

[@alexanderschulze9754]

Thanks for this beautiful series man! I just finished a frustrating 12h work day and this video helped me a lot to find some peace for the rest of the day. I'll for sure do something similar to your adventure in the future.

[@udokah]

thanks martijn for your inspiration. great vibes !!!

[@astridvanbreenen3757]

Mán, wat een ongelofelijk mooie reis! En zo prachtig in beeld gebracht. Klasse! Ik kijk alweer uit naar het volgende deel. Dank je wel. 🙏🏼😍