I keep spare spokes in the seat post use a bit of foam as a bung .and zip ties as well .
@amandaleigh3852
2 жыл бұрын
Allen keys… who knew?! Many thanks for the tips, and your epic films as well - I haven’t passed a Ginsters since without a chuckle! 🙌😂😁
@hoser7706
2 жыл бұрын
Many new tips, thanks! Never ever thought of combining hex keys!
@ianhiker4046
2 жыл бұрын
Great tips, Just tried setting light to my patch glue and burnt down my shed, hadn't even got a puncture, great fun though,🤭
@KeepSmilingAdventures
2 жыл бұрын
Did the patch stick at least ? 😂
@ianhiker4046
2 жыл бұрын
Not sure, the fire brigade have cordoned it off, 🔥
@imantssvarcs91
2 жыл бұрын
I have wrapped duck tape on my pump handle.
@TrailoFire
2 жыл бұрын
Thank for the helpful information. For years friends and family have told me all the reasons I can't bike across the country but I'm preparing and learning everyday.
@KeepSmilingAdventures
2 жыл бұрын
Sounds like an excuse to prove them wrong
@TrailoFire
2 жыл бұрын
@@KeepSmilingAdventures yes this is very true. I have been hiking and biking longer distance each day and getting healthy again.
@victormuckleston
Жыл бұрын
i have the same problem, everyone telling me i cant cycle from norfolk uk, to Co Clare, ireland. i am 60, and would like to find out who is correct. willing to die trying
@willowwatts
2 жыл бұрын
Some interesting tips.. especially repair patches. 👍🏻
@FreshAyers
2 жыл бұрын
Great tips and tricks video. Love the Allen key trick...nice one!👌😊🚴♂️
@sfdint
9 ай бұрын
I often do the water fillup at churches. More than that, I have also camped behind churches. Who's gonna kick you out? Once I found a church on my route that looked like a good choice, so I called the number and talked to a nice man. Asked him if there were water spigots outside. He said no, but they never lock the doors so just go in and help yourself! I slept there twice on a padded church bench!
@WheelersAtLarge
2 жыл бұрын
Useful video, thank you Josh...
@Jason-rk4xc
2 жыл бұрын
Brilliant original content as always, didn’t expect any of them.
@danandkiko
Жыл бұрын
Wow, great tips! Most I hadn't heard before. The space (emergency) blanket I had thought of and often carry with me. I also carry a similar aluminum sleeping bag. A cheap and easy fix for colder days or nights.
@davidh9368
2 жыл бұрын
i used a rock that was "somewhat" shaped enough to grab into the crankbolt, but i don't see how a space blanket can not take up any space. I will try that out though.
@syrus3k
Жыл бұрын
Here's my tips: 1. Don't plan to go too far every day. I ruined my bike packing trip by trying to fit in just over 100 miles each day. By the time camp was set up etc there was no time to do anything but eat and sleep. 2. Bring a warmer sleeping bag, I got caught out but I DID have a space blanket which saved me from freezing 3. Possibly get a bigger tent. I used a very small, lightweight 1 man tent.. it was a bit of a nightmare.
@themoodyteam
11 ай бұрын
#1 is a Top Tip! I have a campervan and never drive more than 100 miles a day.
@TubeAddict999
7 ай бұрын
This was really helpful! Thank you
@neilfisher5673
2 жыл бұрын
Loving your films dude, keep them coming
@welshbikepackingadventures
2 жыл бұрын
great advice brother
@claredavies6049
2 жыл бұрын
Great tips! Need to try the duct tape on inside of tyres as plagued with punctures on last trip. I also keep an eye out for cattle water troughs near an wild camping spot as any water is useful for example to find the puncture in my tube and also use it for boiling water for hot drinks.
@yellowman021
2 жыл бұрын
The nail polish trick sounds good, gonna grab one ;)
@stevenwarne2023
4 ай бұрын
Thanks interesting stuff
@FrankieWildeDJ
Жыл бұрын
Great vid, that church looked like cemetery junction, Bournemouth? I like in Ferndown just off the Castleman. Just found your channel and subbed.
@axlent123
2 жыл бұрын
Lots of great ideas, my friend! As for duck tape, I wonder if gaf tape would work just as well. At home, somewhere in my garage, I have something like duct tape but it’s thicker and somewhat padded. I don’t remember what it is or what it’s for but I wonder if it would work inside tires for added protection.The only concern I would have with this, which probably isn’t much of a concern, yes it would add a little bit of weight, but maybe not significantly. I need to go find a roll of tape and see what kind of tape it is.
@trysomeme21-laurkawchmurka94
2 жыл бұрын
Funny this, I liked you video not even seen it yet! Yeah, I knew it must be a great content by default ;))
@maximgetaways7504
Ай бұрын
Hello. I would like to ask about front harnes for laguage grom first minute of movie
@geoffmilner
2 жыл бұрын
I think the bike scootering or rolling technique is fairly obvious to most cyclists, or would become so when encountering a downhill. That said, I recall my teenage daughter's joy when I taught her how to scooter a few years ago - I didn't know that she didn't know it. I seem to recall doing it naturally as a child, however we played outside more back then, went off on adventures, lit fires etc.
@naturalstench
Жыл бұрын
Great video
@johngaller278
Жыл бұрын
Chuches, Fire Depts and Police in small towns will also let you toss your tent down if you cant find a spot that seems comfy or safe...
@sirsprinter
10 ай бұрын
Dont people use sealant in their tubes? It adds weight, but its a bit of security :)
@TrailoFire
2 жыл бұрын
Lol DON'T LOOK LIKE A DUCT TAPE FOOL... Haha I love it
@ChadLubinski
2 жыл бұрын
scooter tip 10/10
@DadThatCooks
2 жыл бұрын
Will we ever see you without the bonk cap? 😂😂
@TheCoopsvids
2 жыл бұрын
👍🏻🚴
@welshbikepackingadventures
2 жыл бұрын
p.s. a lot of vicars will let you sleep in their church to
@KeepSmilingAdventures
2 жыл бұрын
be warned casper snores though 😂
@maxsievers8251
Жыл бұрын
Use a front rack for the handlebar bag. Then you won't need longer cables.
@KeepSmilingAdventures
Жыл бұрын
But you do need a rack 😂
@tomekkruk6147
2 жыл бұрын
Why use that glue and patches, when you can just get a little pack of patches that don't need no glue?
@KeepSmilingAdventures
2 жыл бұрын
They don't stick very well at all, and don't last. They are more for a get you home solution not a full fix. Gluing patches on lasts way longer
@tomekkruk6147
2 жыл бұрын
@@KeepSmilingAdventures I guess i'm buying glue and some duct tape😁. Thanks.
@KeepSmilingAdventures
2 жыл бұрын
@@tomekkruk6147 and a lighter 🔥
@KeepSmilingAdventures
2 жыл бұрын
@Dal J i've had the same, ended up just gluing them on
@freequest
2 жыл бұрын
👍🏾🚴🏾♂🤔😁
@michaelbautista8621
Жыл бұрын
Can you give me that kind of bike😔
@123noah3211
Жыл бұрын
Great video
@Mike-vd2qt
2 жыл бұрын
Great tips! I always tell touring cyclists to pack half of what you think you need. Having extra space during your trip is perfect advice!
@pedroclaro7822
Жыл бұрын
I bring stretchy bags and a super compactable backpack which also serves me well when shopping.
@WayneTheSeine
3 ай бұрын
I cannot believe you opted for the jacket over the elephant.....makes me question the rest of your advice. 😝 As for duct tape I have quite a bit wrapped around a Bic lighter....double duty. Good info...I subbed.
@grumpy-dad3701
2 жыл бұрын
Battle wounds on a bike just means you've had a damn good journey. I need all the tips I can handle. King Alfred's way for me this year. Just need a decent not too expensive navigation system
@rosstan299
2 жыл бұрын
What shoes do you wear when off the bike? I’m on the lookout for something that is easy to pack into the saddle pack or handlebar bag
@KeepSmilingAdventures
2 жыл бұрын
I personally just wear whatever shoes I'm riding in. I think most people take sandals. But if i was going to carry a spare pair of shoes for off the bike id probably opt for a plimsole type of shoe.
@RavelloBikes
2 жыл бұрын
I don't know what puncture vines you run over in Europe, but in the states I can tell you that duct tape will definitely not stop our "goathead" thorns over here. Most bike packers have not discovered the pocket shower. They are really appreciated after a hot, long day in the saddle, where you can have your own private sweat removing shower without heading for a hotel.
@jojoanggono3229
2 жыл бұрын
Once my left pedal just fall off my bike in the middle of what looks like a forest, apparently the quick release latch broke and the pedal just come loose. I guess they call it quick release for a purpose, it has tendency to release itself at most importunate moment.
@ellerybice3787
10 ай бұрын
Many Brilliant ideas and tips from genuine experience, Thank you.
@gibbykirwan7788
Жыл бұрын
Duct Tape also makes a great fire lighter/tinder Material as does old inner tube.
@bikeinmotion
Жыл бұрын
Well the last tip is a secret known by many vanlifers ;)
@SnootchieBootchies27
2 жыл бұрын
I don't understand the concept of "picking up extra spares" along the way. If it's something you're going to need, just put it in that extra space before you leave home, and then you don't have to compromise, buying a crappy jacket because it's all you can find along the way...
@KeepSmilingAdventures
2 жыл бұрын
It's not about compromising, it's about having room for things you might end up needing or wanting along the way. Didnt say dont take all the essential things.
@alexandervonbronewskimanuf3643
2 жыл бұрын
Im just about to change the handlebar, so your tip with the cables came right in time !!!
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