Why should every sailboat have a bicycle? - Sailing Q&A 40

[@thorvaldmelum9877]

Total like the bike. We don't understand how you could cruise without a bike. Putting over 3000 miles on a 20 inch folding bike until it broke in half going over an overpass. Now a 26 folder that is no comparison, easier, hauls more, pulls a trailer, more than 9000 miles, and takes just a slight more room but well worth it. Great job on the video. Always enjoy watching and be safe so we may enjoy more of you two great people. Thor

[@michaeldouglas6872]

Jamie..this episode is just hilarious..not just your normal unvarnished banter and commentary, but also things like using lanolin for lubricant (with the sheep on a guys back!). I follow you guys as much as possible as I do RAN Sailing, Gone with the Wynn's, and the Zatara family, and of course Ruby Rose, but when I need a good dose of humour and sarcasm there is nothing comes close to you guys and your sailing channel. Thanks!

[@followtheboat]

Haha! Glad you enjoy the humour, Michael. It's just as well since we don't have the T&A 😁

[@mindlessconsumer]

Great ending! Love the laugh!

[@PanzerDave]

I love my folding bike. It is so handy, easy to fold, and it fits into my sail locker with ease. It is also small enough that I can pop it inside if I need to yet it doesn't take up too much room. I especially like your bag for the bikes. Now you have given me a new project! Thanks also for showing me those very interesting pedals. Great video yet again!

[@followtheboat]

I love those pedals! They're made by UB-lite and are from Japan🇯🇵 Good luck with the bike bag 🚲

[@mk500]

This was a really fun video! Great to watch when sheltering at home in San Francisco. Sailing is awesome, but biking in exotic places is a wonderful change of pace.

[@followtheboat]

Got it in one 🚲👌

[@alanduffy7993]

We did have 12" wheel steel folding bikes, but when the fell apart we went for alloy 20" wheeled bikes and totally agree with you. The extra ride comfort of the larger wheels was surprising. The old bikes had folding pedals which always felt insecure. The current bikes have fixed pedals, but after seeing your video will track down the removable pedals, great solution.

[@followtheboat]

Cheers, Alan. I did list the pedals in another comment. UB-LITE I think they're called.

[@kenburns2639]

Always, one for each crew. Good for private time, or rally's together. Cheers 🚴

[@followtheboat]

😷🚲👍

[@shawnleary]

Start your videos with these dank time lapse!! good stuff!!!

[@Al.W7263]

Wow! I didn't know you could cycle that fast. Enjoyed the video. Thanks.

[@followtheboat]

I'm a demon on two wheels 😉

[@Al.W7263]

@@followtheboat no doubt in my mind. FYI. I'm a neighbour from up north. Living in Canada for about 44 years. I really enjoy your videos. By the way your better half is my favourite. Thanks . You both make me laugh.

[@music-man]

I had a Raleigh SW16 bike with Fat Tires it was amazing and my mate in London had a Brompton that was pretty cool. x

[@followtheboat]

Is that the RSW-16 from the 1970s? Classic bike!

[@music-man]

Sailing followtheboat oh now you know my age 🤣yes it is. And it was a monster of a bike. 🤟

[@followtheboat]

I remember those from my childhood, in particular the checkered basket. I'm sure my grandad had one. Don't worry, I am old enough to have had dynamo lights!

[@music-man]

Sailing followtheboat hahah. Phew thank god. Xxx🤣🇬🇧

[@ylemoine1]

Why should you have bikes on board? So you can land cruise of course. 👍. We have two folding Solorock 16” single speed bikes that are a nice small package that fit perfectly in the lazerette on our 37’ Hunter. They cost us only $200 each brand new. We love these and went with single speed for simplicity of maintenance and the 16” tires are the perfect compromise between 20” and 12” still providing a smooth ride. I love your pedals, where did you get them or what is the brand name? We have the folding one you showed and although they have yet broken we have had the concerns you mentioned. Thanks again...

[@followtheboat]

The pedals are UB-lite and they're made in Japan. Almost as expensive as the bike! Single speed is a great idea and is better for the exercise too. I went mountain biking in Bolivia and the guide was on a single speed. Nutter!

[@svbarryduckworth628]

We also have SoloRock bikes. We got an awesome end of boat show deal on them. Very well marinized too, with SS chains and other stainless fasteners. Rust has been minimal in two years of cruising so far. Great company, nice folks at their show booths..

[@PanzerDave]

@@followtheboat Here is an interesting website that lists the pedal you describe as well as a 16 similar pedals at the bottom of the page. Sadly, I didn't see any prices yet but I'm still looking. Edit. It seems I forgot to post the link. Oops. www.mkspedal.com/?q=en/product/node/34

[@ylemoine1]

Sailing followtheboat LOL, that’s what I was afraid you would say. Bike parts and marine parts seem to follow the same basic rule, if it’s sport specific the price is double what you think it should be, especially if you’re looking for quality. Market size is one reason of course but there are other factors as well. Thanks 🙏

[@ylemoine1]

PanzerDave, thanks! I found them on amazon for $50-70 shipped from Japan with between $20-$0 shipping. Although the plastic folding ones I have now may break, they’re easy to find locally for $20 a pair so I’ll probably buy a stair of those instead. Unlike @FollowtheBoat we coastal cruise and can easily restock when needed. 😊 I may change my mind in the future and will update my thoughts if I do.

[@Cedandkikisailing]

🤣😁 Loved your video! Jamie, good to see you have plenty of "kid" in you. You confirmed we are not different because we plan to buy a couple of folding bikes to go ashore and also knew we would make some heavy duty bags for storage and transport ashore on a dinghy. Our sailing friends don't "get it". Every summer we go on a few cruises and we bring our road bikes...secured on deck cause they barely fit inside our 26' sailboat. Fantastic when visiting a town, do groceries, laundry, cinema, restaurant etc. The funny thing is people think, because of the bikes on deck, we are liveabord and retired. 😂 We wish!

[@gallivat1]

Amazing work on the biking scene!

[@followtheboat]

Cheers! Jamie did a lot of work for a few seconds of video, but it paid off. 👍😀 Liz

[@bobhamilton298]

I use a kayak helmet these days. Comfortable and better protection than those bike helmets that just sit on the top of your head. I also wear the helmet on rough days sailing. Way too easy to get a head injury with accidental jibes, falls, etc.

[@followtheboat]

Sensible stuff, Bob. I can't find a helmet to fit my big bonce here in Asia. I've tried and they're either too small or badly made.

[@bizim_eller]

Bob hamilton, absolutely correct safety is important, these days I'm on the fence, either helmet or catamaran 😀

[@jeff99williams]

You don't need to remove the break blocks to remove the wheel. there is a quick release there as well on top. Usually something that flips up.

[@rickybrown373]

Have you guys looked at Strida bikes. That’s what we have. Composite wheels and belt drive instead of chain. We looked for a long time and wanted least amount of rust possibilities. Little awkward to ride at first but you get use to them.

[@followtheboat]

I've seen them but for me I think it comes down to two options: complete convenience and storage, or something that cycles like a proper bike. Both are compromises of course, just like everything on a boat. Hope they bring you lots of exploring and exercise!

[@danielwardin1203]

Thanks for the video.

[@adventureworx]

Great - I have 2 bikes and 2 electric scooters both have there purposes the scooters are mostly for shop runs and getting around quickly. The problems I have is maintenance of the bikes, spare parts and looking after them. Living on a boat has its challenges....

[@followtheboat]

Another thing to go wrong, another thing to maintain. But a lot of pleasure!

[@followtheboat]

Do you have a bike on your boat? Tell us your experience... ,The bikes have been useful while we're in lockdown here on Borneo. We've been vlogging about the situation: kzbin.info/aero/PLoE3FmplhAXNmjbg07i5Sj3MtxuSvhHiB

[@Long-wn2qm]

Hi guys, great topic. With the rise in popularity of "e" bikes, have you looked into folding ebike? To me, they seem to be a good fit for us on our boat, but the price is high. What's your opinion on ebikes if you have one? Thanks and stay safe.

[@followtheboat]

Yes, love the idea of an ebike. Some of those mountain bikes have so much torque you can cycle up stairs! The main issue for me is weight. I was looking at one only recently and was surprised at how heavy it was.

[@Long-wn2qm]

@@followtheboat I can see where weight would be a big issue. Thanks for giving me something to think about. Stay safe and thanks again.

[@Cedandkikisailing]

Jamie: e-bikes are great and there are folding models now. That's what we want to buy except I am thinking that charging them on the boat with solar is not a practical. Your thoughts? Also, we just rented Cube e-mountain bikes in St. Maarten and absolutely loved them. They were the first e-bikes we rented that were not heavy. Wish they had a folding version, I would buy a couple right away!

[@islandmikes-sailingandtrad8473]

Really clever video More ideas from the boat with ideas!

[@followtheboat]

Aww, thanks! Glad you enjoyed it. Liz

[@mosca3289]

You can easily remove the wheels! Pinch the two cantilever arms together and you can pop the cable out of its slot. The cantilever arm’s will flop open making clearance for the tire. No tools required 👍🏻

[@jwrappuhn71]

Good vid Jamie, liking those sunglasses...lol.

[@followtheboat]

😎

[@darrenj3267]

6:42 Cheeky grin from Jamie as he plays with his bell LOL

[@followtheboat]

My favorite accessory. That and the strip of cardboard pegged to my spokes 😉

[@victorbitter583]

On yer bike Jamie. Go on, off you go lol. cheers.

[@followtheboat]

🚲😷

[@MouseToes]

Great ending!

[@followtheboat]

😁

[@rossduncan5046]

Great ending

[@followtheboat]

😉

[@daffygrey]

Did you know that bells are illegal in Japan? You should ride with curtesy so that you don't surprise pedestrians.

[@followtheboat]

Wow, didn't know that! It's not always possible to 'ride with courtesy' when people walk out in front of you or don't hear you coming. I suppose you have to shout in Japan if someone walks in front of you on a narrow path? Liz Knock knock. Who's there? Isabel. Isabel who? Isabel necessary on a bicycle?

[@josephlai9759]

The best is left to the last... Helmet, helmet, helmet. I am a cyclist and never go anywhere on a bike without one. It saved my head once... no joke. You can have broken bones, but not a damaged brain. Hope this help for all enjoying your delightful sailing videos.

[@dnihilist]

Hahaha...I really enjoyed this! Lanolin, baaa, haha!

[@followtheboat]

🐑🚲

[@williambunting803]

100% agree with all sentiments here in,......except on crash helmets. A lot of opinions there and fortunately I live in Europe, so crash helmets are for motor bikes or racing speeds.

[@followtheboat]

I've been over the handle bars a few times, mainly on mountain bikes, and I'm always grateful for a lid.

[@williambunting803]

Sailing followtheboat : That is the thing, in The Netherlands they recognise that community social and casual cycling are completely different to sport cycling. Cycling here starts soon after birth as parents take their children every where with them on their bikes, and there are many, many, types of bikes. Towns here are commonly car unfriendly in favour of bikes, and it is great. If I have to wear a helmet I have a construction helmet for the task because I know the hidden secret danger of push bike helmets, and have a friend who is a partial c5 quadriplegic because of it. You are not as safe as you think you are with the standard cycling helmet, motor bike helmets completely safe, cycling helmets, dangerous. It is to do with the dynamic properties of polystyrene foam under load, and that helmets are not tested in real accident conditions. I might try to get the high speed video guys to do a video to demonstrate what happens when ps foam hits a rough surface at a glancing angle. Its quite violent.

[@williambunting803]

Sailing followtheboat : By the way, I have a similar bike to yours tied to the railings on my boat. I haven’t attempted to stow it yet, but I do love the pedals on yours, can you put up the brand or source, please?

[@roderickmchardy3650]

cool vid ,,,we both have a full size mountain bike on the boat , both strip down fully for storage ,,,,, you didnt mention the sheer basic pleasure of cycling,,,, btw, you mention lanolin but your bike does look like it lacks regular oiling,, even a regular spray with wd40 is sufficient .

[@followtheboat]

I use Finish Line dry lube on the chain, and lanolin for storage. WD40 for giving it a good once over 👍

[@sailingsvree7895]

We love our folding bikes! Love your vid also!! Though we dont often include them in our adventures. Due to space limitations. We are on a 38’ Ericson and both bikes take up the entire settee. That is a lot of space to give up when you only have 40 sq ft to live in. Maybe its time for a bigger sailboat!!! Now is that a great excuse to buy a bigger boat or what!!!!!??

[@followtheboat]

Yep, perfect excuse. Or get a smaller bike 😉

[@PaulASmyers]

When we had our bikes on board I was able to do *almost* as much grocery shopping via my bicycle as I would with a car. I have two pannier bags and a big backpack. But they aren't folding and took up too much space. We now have e-scooters, which are fine, but I can only carry a backpack of cargo - no panniers. And I feel like a cock flying 15mph down the sidewalk. I do miss having my bike on board. Maybe it's time to shop a folding bike.

[@followtheboat]

Hahaha! Get a folder, you'll love it! Liz x

[@allynonderdonk7577]

This is the bike we bought...mostly stainless and aluminum bits. The parts that are rusting on your bike generally don't on this one. The chain is rusting a little on mine, but everything else has been good for years. about $270. Euromini Zizzo Via www.amazon.com/EuroMini-Folding-Bike-Lightweight-Aluminum-Genuine/dp/B01MRMNTZ9/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=zizzo+via&qid=1585334240&sr=8-2

[@honeybadgerisme]

is your quarantine over?

[@followtheboat]

No, we're in full lockdown. How about you? Liz

[@rickybrown373]

Oh and the Strida bike is sold worldwide.

[@marceld6061]

Certainly a different amount of traffic from the last video of you riding your bicycle to get groceries!

[@followtheboat]

Exactly that!

[@Madridme3]

Man...you give the impression of being very high strung and super grumpy. Someone to avoid unless you might want an argument. Off I go. Break a leg.

[@Medic11783]

It is usually possible to remove the tires without removing the break pads on linear pull breaks. Here is a KZbin video on how: kzbin.info/www/bejne/d3LJZoafhJ6Yjsk. Just squeeze the top of the calipers together and the curved metal bit should be able to be removed from the caliper attachment.

[@np939427a]

What jamie's main point is? No point going there with a bike with a wheel sizes of 26" or 27.5 or 29" Because they only sell small tyres.

[@followtheboat]

😂

[@trevhedges]

👍

[@followtheboat]

🤘

[@bizim_eller]

👍🙂

[@followtheboat]

👍

[@svbarryduckworth628]

One thing to add: Burley makes an excellent folding bike trailer called the Travoy. It is absolutely brilliant as a bike trailer OR just a tote trailer for walking around. You can even take it into shops as a shopping cart. I've regularly loaded ours up with 30-40 kilos of food or gear. I've often hauled two full diesel jerrys on it a number of times. It is so well balanced you can tow it loaded down with 2 fingers as long as you are not going up or down a hill. Care must be taken near marina pontoon ramps as it deals with the weight of a load so well you forget how heavy it is untill you attempt to pull it down a ramp behind you and it nearly runs your arse down.

[@followtheboat]

😂😂😂 Not sure we'd have room for a Burley but they look great.

[@svbarryduckworth628]

They fold down to the size of a framed rucksack when the wheels pop off.

[@svbarryduckworth628]

It is a good design, and they have come out with a newer model now which solves two of the minor issues of our older trailer. The "kickstand" is now much better and solid, and the wheel guards are built-in. We had to sew our own wheel fender guards in to keep the wheels from abrading the lower bag when it was overloaded with goodies. I hope KZbin allows a product link to amazon. Not cheap though. But it is very high quality alloy tubular folding construction, with clever wheels that pop off with only a push on the button at the end of the axle. www.amazon.com/dp/B083XFXKRZ/ref=cm_sw_r_apa_i_UPGFEbTZ1VX3J

[@jeffgriglack9624]

I look great in a crash helmet. Other's, well, if you can't say anything nice.... :)

[@followtheboat]

⛑️😂

[@rickpowell4048]

Being Hit by a Car is great exercise.

[@peterkoller3761]

And if there is only one bike on board, it is a very welcome excuse to occasionaly get away from the significant other - so it is not just good for your health, but also your (and the significant other´s) sanity, I suppose.

[@followtheboat]

😂😂😂 See how much I'm smiling in the video? 😉

[@rickybrown373]

Had no idea till now that the Strida is also a British bike. Great video on both British folding bikes. kzbin.info/www/bejne/e6moqGN6m6qVfbc

[@followtheboat]

Thanks for the link, Ricky. Hope it helps others looking for a folding/small bike 👍

[@Aqu181]

get on your bike 🚲😂👍

[@followtheboat]

🚲😷👍

[@svbarryduckworth628]

Freddy Mercury comes to mind. "Get on your bikes and ride!"

[@michaelcrash]

Jamie Jamie, your thumbnail is soo misleanding. I was hoping to see some BMX tricks :)

[@followtheboat]

My bike skillz are so amazing we had to edit them out or they'd blow your mind. Sorry about that 😁

[@shanevillis4079]

yeah naaa, riding a bicycle hurts my knees.

[@followtheboat]

I think I did my knees in from too much mountain biking in me youth. I have to keep an eye on them and can't go over the top on the cycling. Walking down hill after a long walk is really painful.

[@Bradley_Clark]

LOL @ 8:52 thumbed

[@followtheboat]

😂

[@growthandunderstanding]

Swimming?

[@followtheboat]

Sky-diving?

[@growthandunderstanding]

@@followtheboat Sure, sky-dive into that massive ocean around your lovely boat and get some great aerobic exercise in the lovely H2O! Stay safe!

[@gallivat1]

No helmet? Protect that noggin!!

[@followtheboat]

Yeah, I discuss this at the end of the video. I can't find a lid here in Asia that will fit me!

[@mailbagps]

yes well my ideal bike has the ability to be used aboard to charge the batteries. This human power experiment would not produce significant power but would be useful in emergency and also to provide that needed exercise while sailing.

[@followtheboat]

Reminds me of "Belleville Rendez-Vous", fantastic cycling movie! 😁🚲 Liz