Why we camp I A bikepacking film

We finish work, pack our bags and ride off into the hills to spend a night in a tent.
The last few months have been full-on and it’s got overwhelming. But periods like this always remind us just how powerful a night in a tent can be. And it’s long overdue.
And a big thank you to our new Patreon community for supporting our filmmaking. It was really exciting to have our first credits and are grateful to you all for getting involved. Here's the link if you'd like to find out more: / joshandsarahride
We hope you enjoy the video folks!
Josh & Sarah

[@joshandsarahride]

Thank you for watching!

[@gordonmonaghan133]

You two are role models for every young person on the planet. And, always hold this mantra....,if you have your health, you have EVERTHING!

[@joshandsarahride]

Ah thanks :D I agree, your health is so important! Enables so much in life and we gotta make sure to prioritise it. Thank you!

[@draw1951]

As a healthy 73 year old, I would correct one part of your statement. You are a role model for everyone, every age. Health is everything but it’s also outlook. My traveling days on that scale never happened but traveling, meeting new people, has always brought more joy than the material things. Bravo. Safe journeys and keep sharing.

[@chrislonsberry1974]

There is always something so special and soothing about your videos. They are wonderful to watch! There’s a great message in this video and it’s that we all need to take some time to shut down, reflect, and appreciate life. Thank you for reminding us!

[@joshandsarahride]

Thank you so much :) Yes definitely, I think it can be easy to forget when life gets busy and hectic. But It's so important and can do the world of good just taking a day to disconncet

[@yellownev]

'When your cup starts to feel a bit half empty - just pour it into a smaller cup'. Lovely video, thank you for the content you produce

[@joshandsarahride]

Haa yes, but does that mean lowering your expectations of happiness?

[@yellownev]

@@joshandsarahride absolutely not just less can be more as a route to that happiness and contentment

[@brendacupryna631]

I've cycle camped for 57years and understand the need for a night in a tent. Enjoy

[@joshandsarahride]

Adds life to your years and years to your life :)

[@terriehenderson2285]

You two are what the meaning ‘soulmate’ actually means. 💜

[@joshandsarahride]

N'aw thanks :D

[@dianepaulin5324]

It is clear that you both are each others strength , it helps you to look up and see the sunshine. Summer is on its way!

[@joshandsarahride]

Thank you :) A pitch like this helps also, front-row seats for sunrise and sunset. Not often you get a good view of both!

[@JosefMarc]

Hey Josh, keep Sarah smiling whenever you can.

[@joshandsarahride]

Thanks you so much Josef, that is so kind of you! :)

[@maxinehayes5570]

Another special magical video thank you ❤️

[@joshandsarahride]

Thanks so much :)

[@paulperratt3748]

Brilliant. Theres something powerfully calming in nature and this film captures it well.

[@grumpy-dad3701]

100% agree, a night or 2 in a tent. In a field or forest is a magical experience. Yes it's tough and the experience is eye opening. Got my 3rd trip planned for June. 2 night solo ride with a beach camp

[@joshandsarahride]

Does wonders for your body and head I think! Such a good way to disconnect and shut off from the bustle of life :)

[@simonwiltshire]

Feeling free, sunsets, camping, being in awe with nature surrounding you, nothing like it, can't get enuogh of it!

[@joshandsarahride]

Couldn't agree more!

[@corinnemist3399]

Keep going - these moments are ALL there is....one moment after another...have a deep plan for security though - for one day - as all we have is now, but there are different NOW times depending on our health. I’ve written a comment before; you are lovely people, authentic I feel, and clearly love each other - GO for you lives you two, as tour lives gently unfold, twists & changes and unfolds to something else that presently you have no idea about... always...STAY OUTSIDE & be strong in your every moment enjoyment!!!😊🌻X

[@joshandsarahride]

Thank you so much 🙂 doesn't feel like we have much of a fall back plan at the moment but hoping that will come. Definitely enjoying being and living in the now at the moment. Thank you so much for you kind words and thank you for your support

[@danieldarr2016]

What wonderful video. I couldn't agree more about the outside calms my nerves. Thank you. By the way I could find your patron page.

[@joshandsarahride]

It's so restorative and calming just to spend a day or two outside! Did you want a link to the Patreon? I'll post it here :)

[@joshandsarahride]

www.patreon.com/JoshandSarahRide

[@MelG-ut3hs]

A beautiful calming video. Thank you.

[@Harris70-70]

Beautiful sunset and skylarks along with curlews are my favourite birds to listen to , really calming . Thanks for the vlog

[@joshandsarahride]

Thank you D:

[@pandrew3146]

❤Lovely video, all the best with your to do and be list. Blessings 😊

[@missteacup9726]

Ohhh, that view is absolutely stunning! 😍 Waking up to the sound of singing birds is -hands down- the best way of waking up. Every morning I'm enjoying the music of a very enthusiastic blackbird and some larks and I thank them every day for it. Seriously, I do 😂. The beauty of nature is always there, if only we would all just open our eyes to it...

[@joshandsarahride]

Couldn't agree more, it's such an uplifting start to the day! Sets you up for the day :) It was a pretty good pitch made all the better by the glorious sunshine.

[@andrewbrockman8538]

Such genuine commentary on mental health and the outdoors. I couldn't agree more. The connection the two of you have is beautiful ❤

[@joshandsarahride]

Thank you so much. The outdoors has been a real place of solace, honestly it's kept me sane through some tricky points. I've learnt that prioritising getting out is so important for my wellbeing.

[@peachettte]

Beautiful little film we get to enjoy for free ❤ thank you.

[@will_o43]

Your videography is incredible!

[@joshandsarahride]

Thank you :D

[@davidstorm-eu8km]

Fantastic film. You really inspire mental wellbeing. I work in mental health in Cumbria and your films would be so inspiring and encouraging to help people change their relationship with life and focus.

[@joshandsarahride]

Thank you :) Sarah works in mental health too, for a crisis line. For us, time outside is so important for our mental health. It's so important to take the time to disconnect and feel a sense of calm.

[@varragoastu]

Beautiful and soothing. Really nicely done.

[@TheCatlady63]

Beautiful scenery. Thanks for the video. xx

[@joannahart1604]

Being cold/uncomfortable and hungry. No thanks…I love my bed in the van and at home. But…love watching you guys and what you love it’s amazing. Thank you ❤

[@joshandsarahride]

Haa, yes not for everyone. Although we weren't hungry and in a few weeks time, I'm hoping we won't be so cold. Do you manages to get your van nice and cosy? Glad you liked the video :D

[@joannahart1604]

@@joshandsarahride truly I think you guys are amazing. I couldn’t do it. Van has wood burner plus really good insulation. Thoroughly enjoyed watching 💕

[@omare_biketonature]

Fair enough! You are not one of us 😅 enjoy your van 👌🏻

[@rinzeschols1092]

Beautiful video! This was so calming and therapeutic to watch. It felt like I was literally there on that hill. Can't wait for your next adventures! 🚲🚲

[@joshandsarahride]

Thank you so much and really glad the calmness came through. Thanks!

[@joffbrown]

Great adventure just love the way you both film stuff great quality picture be great to see your filming equipment and how you do it so well 👍🏻

[@joshandsarahride]

Thanks so much! Really glad you liked it 😁 it was a cracking sunset!

[@christinacooper3954]

So calm, so in tune with your surroundings….what a refreshing way to live ❤

[@joshandsarahride]

The best way I think 🌳 thank you!

[@timwright5466]

Awsome as usual youngsters x

[@markdavies2662]

Great video again,.makes you feel good then go for it....creating lifelong memories

[@joshandsarahride]

Thanks! A little chilly up time but it's a good investment for a busy week ahead

[@timschlaefer]

I plan on doing kind of the same thing. life starts for me in this moment! im done with school. im going to work a bit, will life in malaysia for 6 month in the end of the year (im from EU). and i cant imagine myself in the position of a farther, nor a 9 to 5. i will break free. and document it. on this channel. It will be a dead one for a while. but i WILL DO THIS. really doesnt matter what comes my way. I WILL DO IT. probably alone. but maybe its just that what i need. i cant indentify with my "generation" (2005 kids). everyone is odd. and noone belives in me. they all say i will fail. but i prove them wrong in about a year!!! keep up your good work. you inspire great people! just NEVER stop doing what you love! NOTHING can replace real love. doesnt matter what it is!!

[@joshandsarahride]

It sounds like you're determined to pursue your dreams and that's what matters most :) do you do much camping at the moment? We spent a few months living in Malaysia, it is an incredible country with amazing food. Thanks so much, so happy to videos can inspire you. I hope you'll be following along for the big trip!

[@jamesmarshall1673]

I think your videography is excellent. There is real artistry in the way you show your story. Your gratitude for simple things and nature is a real inspiration. Keep up the good work!

[@joshandsarahride]

Thank you so much! It's something we're really passionate about, the videography and storytelling. I must admit I do second guess the videos sometimes but am really passionate about them and hope to constantly improve :)

[@Catherine-zq1kb]

Beautiful

[@irishussong8197]

What a beautiful scenery! What a beautiful couple you are! ♥️when do you actually start your world tour? 👋🌸🥰

[@joshandsarahride]

Thank you, we are leaving in a couple of months. Still a few more Lakes adventures before we pedal off :)

[@irishussong8197]

@@joshandsarahride thx for the info! And take care🌷♥️

[@andychallenor4585]

Wonderful video guys, superb content and editing, you really are an inspiration...Subscribed 😉

[@joshandsarahride]

Glad you found us and liked the video 🙂 Thank you so much!

[@annetteperks]

What a beautiful video again. You are both so amazing we all could learn a lot from you both. Many thank.

[@joshandsarahride]

Thanks so much! I think you can't beat a bit of time spent in beautiful surroundings.

[@GoldmineVideoLoot]

Photography is coming on beautifully guys, well done!

[@joshandsarahride]

Thank you, constantly learning and trying to improve!

[@andypotts8062]

Such a great video shot in your usual excellent style and superb quality...great to see you both getting to relax while out for a night camp. Glad you are both well and best wishes.

[@joshandsarahride]

Thanks so much, we're trying to improve with the videos with each one! I mean on a night like this you can't help but feel relaxed, even if it did get down to freezing!

[@jonathanbevan6923]

Fair play both of you - strong brave words!

[@rossdavies8167]

That sunset ❤️

[@Neil-uw5jr]

So wonderfully put together, narrated and edited. Looking forward to more!

[@joshandsarahride]

Thank you :D

[@margaretolover3316]

Fabulous photography. Loved your headwear in the tent Sarah, can you tell me the brand please?

[@joshandsarahride]

Thank you :) It's just from decathlon, it was two years ago I brought it but they may still have them or something similar

[@matthiasw.8344]

Hey, I really like your videos, they are beautiful, peaceful and motivating. Thank you very much for that! I just wonder sometimes, isn't it stressful for you to constantly film, especially when you are in a particularly beautiful place or enjoying a special moment? Anyway, I look forward to more videos. Best wishes

[@joshandsarahride]

Hey there 👋 thank you! In moment like this it's not so stressful because we had the time to film and take it all in. It can become stressful if we're in a hurry as it can be difficult to balance things. Our latest video delves into this a bit if you're interested 🙂

[@kstoeb]

Well, that's a nice video about camping. My head agrees 100%. But I have the problem the other way round: As much as I like the idea of an overnighter or a short 2-5 days trip, almost every time I pack my stuff and go for it, I feel overwhelmed. Almost always some small things go wrong and that completely throws me off the rails. Most of the time I shorten my trip (often even in the early morning hours) and take the shortest way home. (I live in Germany. So most of the times there is a train station in reach to get home .) I feel calmer when I stay home and watch videos about going outdoors … There were times before the internet, when I hadn't these problems and did two-weeks bike tours with camping (on camping sites; again: Germany ;-) As I am writing this, I am pretty sure that "before the internet" plays a significant role in this change. The other aspect is being out of practice. Since the tours with my children there have been more than ten years now - and I think I have to get used to it again. Anyway … thanks again for the right video at the right time to encourage me just to go on nice small trips and re-enjoy camping 🙏

[@joshandsarahride]

Thank you so much for sharing. That is really curious, especially as you say that since having access to the internet, your enjoyment of camping has really changed. Have you considered trying one or two night trips? I'm curious what it is that makes you cut trips short when you would enjoy them in the past? You mention camping with your kids in the past, is this what's changed? Camping isn't for everyone and if brings more stress then maybe it's something that isn't right for you all the time. Although we love a night outside, it's defiantly not as good a night's sleep as we get at home. So if we're really exhausted, we know a night in the tent wouldn't be the most refreshing. I find when there are strict time or distance restraints on a trip it's much more relaxing. What is relaxing can change depending on where your head and energy levels are at. It can be helpful not to force what you used to be enjoyable, but find out what that is now :) I'm glad you enjoyed the next video! And I hope your next trip is fulfilling 🏕

[@kstoeb]

@@joshandsarahride Thank you for taking the time for such a thoughtful answer.

[@meglange3595]

Beautiful!! 🚵‍♂️🌄🚵 🥰🌿♥️

[@laurarmullins]

You have inspired me to arrange my first multi day cycle trip. I also love being outside & have enjoyed your videos so far. Cant wait to watch your future adventures. Have u considerrd having an amazon shop with the gear for your adventures? Ive booked b&b's for my first trip & some guidance on what to buy for future trips wpukd be great & an amazon shop could give you a side income for your travels ?

[@joshandsarahride]

Wow that's amazing! Congratulations on arranging your first trip. Yes this is something we've thought, we're in the process of setting up a website where we'll get into details about our gear. If you wanted to ask us any questions Patreon or email is a good way to contact us. We don't always see comments on here but would be happy to be of any help we can :) Really chuffed you'll be coming along for the big trip!

[@joshandsarahride]

www.patreon.com/JoshandSarahRide and our email is [e-mail]

[@markuskitta719]

Which camera are you using for filming? Such a great content - keep it up 🔥

[@joshandsarahride]

Thank you :) we have a fuji xt5

[@lwitt8448]

Another beautiful video, thank you. A question: do you guys ever worry about ticks/lyme? Is that a 'thing' there?

[@joshandsarahride]

Here not so much but we did have a brush with several (hundred) ticks and Lyme disease whilst on Mull, Scotland. We made a video of that trip last summer in fact if you want to see the tick take over!

[@pattituringan6745]

I don’t have an outdoorsy bone in my body, but I love watching your adventures.

[@joshandsarahride]

Really chuffed to hear you enjoy the videos though, we love to know that people love them feel of them. Even if they don't fancy a cold night in the tent themselves :)

[@kathleenholliday5910]

❤. x

[@bruceludwick8200]

Enjoy your videos. Question: When you are doing these camping videos, are you staying in parks?

[@joshandsarahride]

This was up Binsey which is a Wainwright in the Northern Fells

[@bruceludwick8200]

@@joshandsarahride Thanks. Being in the USA, I had to look up these locations and terms. My wife and I rented a car and did a three week driving tour of some of England in 2022. Its a beautiful country as evidenced in your videos. I wish that we had had more time to explore, but we saw a lot in our visit.

[@joshandsarahride]

@@bruceludwick8200 ah yes this is all in the Lakes District in the North of England :) it's a beautiful area with a lot to explore if you get to come back!

[@Stu-ky5ut]

😊

[@sam.james.walker]

How do you charge your laptops, phones etc and do your editing?

[@joshandsarahride]

We have a battery pack for smaller trips. But now we're planning a world ride we will have a new set up and new way of charging that we will reveal all when we reveal the bikes. We have also used a solar charger and dynamo attachments at times with varying levels of success.

[@donloisojeda]

Que lente utilizas amigo? Lens?

[@joshandsarahride]

we use fuji and have a 70-300, 33 and 16 :)

[@lenoxlenox9447]

Just makes me: myself

[@Karl-p6h]

What chair is that Josh sits in please????

[@joshandsarahride]

They're from mountain warehouse. Great little chairs and I believe a few brands do them now 🙂

[@paulmarshall4403]

As lovely as ever. Binsey?

[@joshandsarahride]

Thank you and yes, a good eye!

[@davidcrabb3967]

I think that bird you heard was a skylark ( maybe )

[@joshandsarahride]

A good ear, thank you :)

[@nicholasbirch9732]

I would love a girlfriend like Sarah 😊 Thank you for a another relaxing video

[@joshandsarahride]

Haa, some days I'd happily give her away, but sometimes she's alright. Thank you :D

[@kencoulter9435]

Hi! Are you both still vegan? As a vegan and avid cyclist I’d love to learn about your food choices when on adventures. Thanks!

[@joshandsarahride]

Hi 👋 yes this is something we have considered sharing a bit more into, especially if you're interested 😁

[@kencoulter9435]

Personally I’d love to learn more, but I understand you need to tailor your content to your audience and I may be the only one😊. Anyway I’m so very happy I’ve found your channel. Your videos inspire my sense of adventure and let me experience a bit of peace and tranquillity at the end of a long work day. It must be so rewarding to know you’re having such a positive impact on the lives of strangers!

[@savingfortravel698]

A skylark...

[@sharkmentality9717]

Hope you don't take the hoarder route with full panniers and elastics holding all the stuff should of left home

[@joshandsarahride]

No elastics but maybe a few straps to stop things rattling about off road🚲