What I take & how I carry it

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[@JulietElliottsChannel]

I also had leggings for the evening and a hat but i didn’t pull those out of the bag as I wore them home

[@alfredstimoli2590]

As usual another great video Juliet. Have yet to go bikepacking but I was in the Army. May I suggest you get a silk sleeping bag liner? They take up hardly any room and they add a little extra warmth to your bag.

[@Bikepacking]

First aid kit ?. Charger for your gadgets .how many meals did you carry

[@JulietElliottsChannel]

Laura had one. I mentioned the charger in this video! We only took a couple of dinners and some snacks. There are pubs and cafes from time to time on this route

[@sam_venture9543]

I have the Helinox Chair Zero... Super small and only weighs a pound. I can't say how nice it is to sit in an actual chair at the end of the day. Definitely worth the extra pound. Otherwise, great equipment and pack job. Love your setup.

[@Dakota.Covers]

I have one as well. Where do you carry it?

[@robinandreasson1186]

I also have one! Absolutely worth the weight!!

[@sam_venture9543]

@@Dakota.Covers I have a back rack and I can just strap the chair on top of my pannier bags. I like to have easy access to it so I can just pop it up on a random snack stop, haha.

[@graveldragon3205]

Really useful video. Still haven't been bikepacking yet but this has given me lots of ideas for the summer. Thanks.

[@markusherbert8214]

What do You use to safe the bike on Tour? Greetings from Mainz 🖖

[@ianmacdonald487]

You appear to have a re-configured version of the tardis on your bike! Ever think of being the next Dr. Who? Totally amazing packing!

[@ashleyburton8605]

Why not have bottle cages on your forks?

[@JulietElliottsChannel]

Can’t reach them when I want a drink

[@paulverweij6348]

Nice vid :) nice lightweight setup I did buy the same merino jacket from pedaled few months ago and Im gona take it on my 3,5month US/Canada bikepack trip in a month :)

[@anderscoffin6111]

I love the sound of surprise in your voice whilst you’re describing your kit😄😁👍 I was truly amazed when your GoPro resembled a banana 🤩👌 Thank you😄👍

[@jonmathias6159]

REALLY good. Informative, touches on the key factors about what makes good kit (cheap, light, durable, pick any two). Also, good point about a decent down jacket. I bought my PHD Minimus in 2010. It's been on every car camping, cycle touring and backpacking trip since then. It's still going strong.

[@leftygoldblatt55]

Hi Juliet, kit list is essential. I,m terrible at remembering stuff. Riding dover-cape wrath in a few weeks.

[@Ross.Bagatski]

I would suggest you to go to Geneva and set sail (ahoy pirate), no, actually ride your bike along Eurovelo 17 to Andermatt. Eventually you'll be passing near Matterhorn. From Andermatt continue along Eurovelo 15 to Basel. The whole route should be very beautiful so you'll gett a lot of material for your channel. I was planning to do it (actually did the second part before) but first this bloody corona which restricted travels and now this f...ing war in Ukraine. I hope I'll do it some day if I survive but would also like to see someone else riding it.

[@JulietElliottsChannel]

great idea, I love that part of the world. I hope you get to do it too

[@alexandermonteverde8136]

Most comprehensive and deliberate video on bike packing kit on YT. Wildly helpful. Bless you.

[@matthewvelo]

Great video Juliet. I've got lots of ultralight hiking gear that I think would be good for bike packing, just can't find a bar bag that wants to fit in standard road bike drop bars. Anyone got a good recommendation for 400mm road bars? Saddle bag and frame bag fits, just cant find a bar bag that's big enough to be useful and small enough to not interfere with Shimano STI levers.

[@nickt.8244]

look at Apidura and Restrap

[@rickmtbhaywood2311]

Hi Juliet have you thought of doing the transpenine way . Me and a friend are doing it in July . Southport to Hornsea

[@JulietElliottsChannel]

I've done some but not all of it. Good idea±

[@jeremygascoyne2385]

Great video again Juliet, I've also seen Laura's which is also worth a watch if anyone hasn't seen it. I'm planning on trying to do a couple of bikepacking trips this year hopefully. I've been gradually buying and building up a bit of a set up and I'm almost there now. Yours and Laura's videos have helped me massively One question though which I haven't seen included in quite a few others videos of backpacking.... what do you do about the toilet situation whilst out on these multi day trips, I can't be bringing a portaloo along with me on a trailer 🤣🤷‍♂️

[@JulietElliottsChannel]

In the UK you're rarely so remote you won't pass a toilet at some point during the day. Most people pee in the wild and hold anything else till they're at a toilet. Otherwise you could take a spade designed for this purpose - dig a hole and cover

[@shivsnorman]

It seems like ages since your last video (although it probably isn't 😀) Thanks so much for another great one - you are so inspiring. Good luck in your next race coming up. Will we be able to 'dot watch' you? (I have no idea how to do it mind you but I'll definitely find out if I have to!

[@olympic-gradelurker]

This is surprisingly similar to my set up, except I use an old man mountain rack in the back because I'm too short for a saddle bag.

[@mrljgibson]

Running quite light, but I suppose that's the idea. 🤣

[@alexanderchurikov7026]

"but then I thought that when I was riding dirt jumps at the track" - you are hilarious! Thanks for the great vid! Surprisingly casual and useful. I've always thought one had to have a rear rack for long trips (which I don't like), but your setup proved it wrong.

[@trevorengland1388]

It’s amazing what you can carry on your bike.. I would take a merino wool hat. Another cracking video… Hope the kids don’t make you walk the plank.. 🏴‍☠️ 🏴‍☠️ 😃

[@JulietElliottsChannel]

I did take a hat, I’ll mention that

[@tezzanewton]

Maybe just the kitchen sink 🤣🤣

[@peterparkingmeter4764]

I was waiting for you to pull out the kitchen sink,from that bag.Great video hope you had good fun👍👍

[@jameskolar9655]

You mentioned being a bit cold whilst sleeping and I didn’t see that you had a sleeping bag liner with you? I use a Rab silk liner in black. Keeps your bag clean and adds a bit of insulation too. I also use my down jacket wrapped around my legs or torso for a little extra heat. Of course a warmer sleeping bag is the best solution really, I have the Rab Nutrino 800. It’s a beaut! It’s nice to have options, but I’ve been cold too many times, so I don’t do that anymore. Hope you enjoy you’re riding and camping this summer, maybe I’ll see you out there. Take care and enjoy.

[@danwilliams5259]

Do you tape your frame up to avoid the bags rubbing?

[@JulietElliottsChannel]

when I remember. I did that to my previous bike but forgot with this one

[@pauldenney7908]

Lon Las Cymru, Cardiff or Chepstow to Bangor, not really gravel but stunning scenery.

[@0Stella]

I'm a musician and going to be bikepacking for my album tour through Europe this summer & winter. I'd love to connect if you're about and want to share some kms

[@markmoffett6813]

Do you ever find a want to have a small , light , camping chair when bike camping for around a fire socializing . Thanks again for another great video.

[@konraiderk6440]

always funny tho see the metal-mug mounted somewhere outside .. to collect all that dust 'n dirt alongside the track, using valuable water ,washing it before using and then burn your mouth because metal is hot first and then cools off immediately 🤣 I don't get it

[@sonalmalhotra07]

Lovely video. So much stuff. Thanks for sharing. I enjoy your content.

[@MS-sy8ls]

Great vid! How stable was the Apidura saddle bag? Did your bum/thighs rub on it and did it sway at all? Thanks!

[@MySatora]

Nice setup. Add a mozy net. They are 3 quid, weigh nothing and can make or break a trip.

[@nickc4716]

I bought a titanium windshield off eBay for about £10. Makes a huge difference to fuel efficiency.

[@weegiewheeler]

of all the videos i have followed you on over last 2 years this is my fav !

[@jgp4584]

@Juliet, which size of Apidura handlebar bag it is? 9 or 14 litres?

[@JulietElliottsChannel]

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[@danandkiko]

You have such a great sense of humor! It is fun and educational to watch.

[@JulietElliottsChannel]

Thank you

[@henrydesterke3851]

Hi. How many kg of gear did you take with you? Thanks!

[@wsbygt]

Morning !

[@georgeserban007]

What camera do you use to record while on bike packing trips?

[@natmaple9788]

Awesome, thank you! Yes to always an eye mask, and if you end up somewhere noisy - gel earplugs!

[@bud11729]

I am more of a motorcycle guy but you are always fun to watch, and have some good tips. But I must say that once I heard about the pirate outfit I felt a little cheated. Good video

[@davidadamus177]

Thanks for the video! I'm working on buying gear for a bike packing setup. What size bags do you run?

[@CB19087]

A little disappointed we didn't get a shot of the mess you made throwing everything on the floor 😅

[@amineroadbikerider1504]

nice video. thanks for sharing your setup

[@JulietElliottsChannel]

My pleasure.

[@DerekIreland0]

Checkout a cranktank3 for water storage in the frame.

[@Foxtrottangoabc]

Your setup looks dialed in nicely, i like the hip bag , to remove water from hip bag, im sure you have already tried, have u thought about two stem bottle podsac type thingies either side of stem bag , I managed to get them on either side of stem bag and really useful for bits , waterbottles, cans of coke ! 😃 oh mini cheeses , hot chocolate and horlicks sachets 🤣

[@JulietElliottsChannel]

I do sometimes use one to stow my GoPro but I find they get in the way of my knees. Shame really as they are pretty handy.

[@JAnn319]

You might consider listing, items... nice but too fast

[@Velorize]

Great information juliet, thanks.

[@micheandmikey]

You're just so good at these, very fun and entertaining. Thanks for all the great information Juliet!!!

[@JulietElliottsChannel]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you

[@johnmuttitt]

Another informative video. Love the way you throw some of the items onto the floor after explaining what they are! Such an inspiration.... always so cheerful; keep the videos coming !!

[@altabird44]

Another great video, your gear is so efficient, how many days did you bike pack for and what kind of food did you take? Is it international talk like a pirate day or is this a British thing?

[@JulietElliottsChannel]

We only went for three days. I didn't take much food, we went to cafes once a day usually and brought along stuff like flapjack and dried fruit plus dehydrated meals for the evening. Brixham Pirate Festival is amazing and quote unique I think!

[@roblastname9133]

Brilliant,everything you need in such a compact space 👌

[@andrejskurjat7218]

Nice setup! And you should take the sleeping bag out of compressing bag and put it to big storage bag. Otherwise, you would be needed to replace it much much earlier

[@JulietElliottsChannel]

Good point!

[@HairyStuntWaffle]

what do you eat/cook?

[@gravelpack8536]

Great setup I ended up going with fidlock’s on the bike haven’t had any issues with them popping off and they allow for a revelate design half frame tangle bag they twist off magnetically so you can get it into tight spaces also they have a zip up cargo box that attaches with same system which is pretty cool.

[@JuliDuli44]

hows about tools and spares for a longer trip?

[@magicpigdetective]

Have you tried "Kronidov" and "Bat'kin Reserve" meals for your backpacking trips?

[@Jacob99174]

Your one arm sleeve tat looks is so freakin hot. You are gorgeous, keep up the cycling

[@miketaylor1916]

alp kit soloist is an awesome tent for the money

[@crcomments8509]

I keep putting off riding the South Downs way, mainly due to the logistics of getting to the the start and then back home from the end.

[@Foxtrottangoabc]

Trains are good for sdw start and finish , esp off peak times

[@JulietElliottsChannel]

The train is your best bet

[@marcelomassarella1]

👏👏👏👏👏

[@Dug_Out]

This is the one area where I struggle. Shorter rides mean I can just stick a rucksack on my back to accommodate stuff along with the bike bags. However, I'm currently prepping for a 6 day, 260 mile ride & really don't want anything on my back. Just can't seen to get it right!

[@milk808]

Heya Juliet, is your expedition handle bar bag a 9L or 14L?

[@JulietElliottsChannel]

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[@irenektori2743]

We are off to do Edinburgh-Inverness 22-26/7 August so I am checking out your videos and suggestions for bikepacking. About 420km for 4-5 days. Whatever comes! For now, my no 1 item is wetties and deodorant as my luxury item :)

[@ngocdao5740]

Cái túi của Doremon

[@mbrider56]

Just watched your bike packing adventure on the South Downs way.... Awesome stuff.

[@morganjones133]

Check out An Turas Mor which goes from Glasgow to Cape Wrath as a challenging bikepacking route.

[@_RandomPea]

Being a bit naive but what exactly do you do for bike packing in the UK? :) Is it free camping or stop at campsites?

[@hannahisraelsen8837]

If you every want to bikepack in Utah then let me know! We've got some incredible bikepack routes. I'd be happy to show you around

[@markgeard2145]

it funny but coming from motocross for most of my youth until 32 , then mountain biking for the rest until now, I discovered bikepacking doing the West Highland Way this year, and now I'm hooked big time. Have so many trips planned on Komoot 🤣 the satisfaction of bike packing is hard to explain to friends , and I still find it hard to find the right words to explain how I feel about it. It also gives me the opportunity to buy camping gear which I have always loved. Great video 😃always love a good gear list to give me insight and ideas.

[@royalmoline9197]

Juliet! You are so lovely. I remember being a teen watching your Fixed Gear edit on the Charge Bike channel! Ride safe, sister!

[@mountaintruth1deeds533]

Great breakdown including the stinky Marino socks, wanna see some serious bike packing including a hound check out Ryan van duzzer channel, fascinating to find out how to literally live on and with a bike and gear.

[@Cycleit]

What size is your Apidara Expedition handlebar bag? 9 or 14 litre?

[@paulmcilvenny]

Another great vid Juliet! Particularly like the mix of bags you have to get the ones you like. How do the Apidura bags compare to the Restrap? Saw the restrap at the bike show and they looked very well thought out. Just got back from a hike on Offas dyke. 4 days and 14/15k bag on my back, walking, I definately need lighter gear and less!!!

[@johnb0101]

Nice to see I have so much kit the same! (i live close to an Alpkit shop...) .... you didn't seem to have much spare room for carrying food. I carry a lightweight Exped dry bag type rucksack that I can carry food in from the shop to a camp, then when it is not in use it rolls up really small and can be tied on somewhere. Being a dry bag it also seems to come in useful for putting the odd thing in if necessary at other times. Other people carry musettes just to put some food in when needed.

[@mountaintruth1deeds533]

A pirate festival hmmm.. sounds like plenty of pints would be needed for such silliness.

[@bicycle_repair_man9377]

Since I've started watching your videos my wife greets me every morning with "mooooning!" and I absolutely love it. So, thanks for that morning routine haha (I'm German by the way... 😄)

[@leodirectvleo1703]

Thanks!!!

[@StuartFingerhut]

Hi, great vid. Do you have any links for the Japan biketouring route or tour group you mentioned?

[@CyclingAdventuresUK]

Have you totted up what the retail price is for all of this kit? Look good stuff albeit a bit expensive for the average Joe

[@CyclingAdventuresUK]

I can afford the tin mug though!

[@JulietElliottsChannel]

No. It's certainly expensive. I've gradually built up this kit and I intend to use all of it until it falls apart. Which should take a long, long time.

[@CyclingAdventuresUK]

@@JulietElliottsChannel You should do some merchandise Juliet.

[@D_isco_D_ancer]

I saw the Apidura saddle bag at my local bike shop today and I'm thinking of buying it.

[@telepoiss]

Is that the redshift stem? How do the handlebar movement and bar bag jive together? Or the barbag is filled with soft stuff enough that the slight movement just squishes and doesnt move-rattle?

[@FenixYuk]

I used to have a set of restrap bags, have an issue with the top tube bag and handle bar bag. The iteration of my toptube bag was using 2 pieces of velcro straps to hold on to the headtube, but they detatch all the time then the bag will fall to the side, I borrowed a stapler to tack them together but it failed mid ride, at the end i just shove the whole thing in other bag. Then comes the handle bar bag, i guess it will work well with round bars but definitely not aero bar, the straps will get loose no matter how tight you strap them up, mine got loose during a descend and it's dangling over the front wheel, tyre just ripped through the bag before i pull over. Definitely not recommended if no update was made

[@ajndmt23]

Hi, is your expedition handlebar bag the 9L or the 14L

[@easthantsXC]

Fair play bike packing the SDW. Finally got round to it a few years ago and wish I'd not bikepacked it. Alot of the climbs I was off and pushing with the extra weight. Wouldnt mind riding it again with just a day pack.

[@bettyourcampervan]

Another fab informative video ❤

[@JulietElliottsChannel]

Thank you

[@IMJOHN290]

I hav bike packing trip coming long weekend

[@JulietElliottsChannel]

Where are you going? Have a great time

[@johngray8798]

Sorry bit late to this one! I cycle a lot on the SDW and wonder what size tyres you have on your gravel bike?

[@philiplenehan2971]

Great vid, amazing amount of gear packed really well! I haven't had the nerve to go bike packing yet but feel inspired by your chirpy vid. I think it is always worth spending the extra money for the good quality gear as long as you are happy you are going to use them plenty. Take care and keep the vids coming.

[@doskraut]

I'm older than Miss Elliott so when I go camping it's in my 24 ft motorhome, I'm lucky I can cycle 10 miles a day and she carries all that gear on he bike with ease.

[@k.whiking4372]

I like the sleeve, but love the unpacking method LOL.

[@graveldragon3205]

Roughly how much does this all weigh and what gearing do you use?

[@JulietElliottsChannel]

I have Sram XPLR gearing on this which is 10-42 and I have a 38 tooth chainring. I don't know what it weight but it's not that bad at all

[@graveldragon3205]

@@JulietElliottsChannel thanks Juliet. That's similar gearing to what I have on my Sonder Camino.

[@nanciparoubek3256]

great video, I agree-bike packing gear has to pack small and still work well and worth investing in gear that lasts

[@md-ps2hx]

A really interesting great (bike packing) breakdown!

[@JulietElliottsChannel]

Glad you liked it!

[@md-ps2hx]

@@JulietElliottsChannel The matter of fact breezy way helped too.

[@stevelong945]

Wot NO Loo roll 😱🤪😂

[@Hertog_von_Berkshire]

Things were a lot simpler back in the day.

[@aaronhobbins3893]

Was very keen to try Firepot meals after seeing this, then bummed to find they seemed to UK-only (I'm in US). Fast forward to this past weekend, when I found one at REI (Porcini Mushroom Risotto), and took it backpacking. One of the best dehydrated meals I've had! Thank you for the recommendation, Juliet!

[@JulietElliottsChannel]

Oh yay! Well I always felt disappointed I couldn’t get the meals you find in REI 😂🤷‍♀️

[@Welder_iron-1987.]

Нифига не понимаю. Но рассказывает очень интересно 😁

[@chrishardnett3430]

Hi! Sorry I just discovered your channel and I am not sure if you addressed it already but how was your bikepacking tripping in Japan? I'm hoping to go next year.

[@JulietElliottsChannel]

it was amazing. Here's a couple of videos. My website Bikes-n-Stuff is down at the moment but once it's back up there is some info on there kzbin.info/www/bejne/jpS7fZmqap19kNE vimeo.com/107257696