Rocko is so adorable.. bombing along the trails with you on the bike.
@Capecodham
2 жыл бұрын
Girly man
@CdnBiggles
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for doing this in memory of Iohan. Foresty you're the best.
@hhl2811
2 жыл бұрын
Because of Iohan we bought vw camper van and went to see the world. His’s legacy continues in my heart ❤️ thank u Iohan RIP
@alexmorgan3435
2 жыл бұрын
Iohan.
@hhl2811
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Alex
@typerkins7122
2 жыл бұрын
My favorite Johan story was him biking over Tioga Pass in the snow and the Park Rangers issuing him a citation. They thought he might be irresponsible. I think he eventually got out of the fine. Nice tribute.
@fullmoonAZ
2 жыл бұрын
To have a person like you, who lives life to the fullest, praise another for living life to the fullest, that is a high honor.
@darrellcaruk8880
2 жыл бұрын
well said
@chrissilveri40
2 жыл бұрын
I thought the same thing when he was talking about him
@MrKeenaz
2 жыл бұрын
@@darrellcaruk8880 So true.
@davidmarshall718
2 жыл бұрын
This might shock some of the people here who have NO LIFE, but as someone who has hiked, climbed, skiied and telemarked a lot (how many of you here know what that last one is?) it can actually get boring after many years, cuz ultimately it is all pretty much the same, the landscape just comes in different shapes, sizes, and weather conditions, and in Western Canada, it is cloudy, cold, windy, raining or snowing most of the time October to April.
@agmartin2127
Жыл бұрын
@@davidmarshall718 Disagree... Depends on your outlook on life. Half full, or half empty kinda thing. Suffering is part of it / us all...
@reptillayes
2 жыл бұрын
I originally found your KZitem channel years ago because Iohan listed you as one of his inspirations on his website. RIP Iohan
@fullmoonAZ
2 жыл бұрын
Amazing! Thank you for sharing that.
@v5k359
2 жыл бұрын
Same here, pretty sure the algorithm recommended Foresty because i was obsessed with Iohans videos around 2017-2018. RIP to his great soul!
@onelove8062
5 ай бұрын
Same here. Every time I think about Iohan when I'm biking I get like powerful full body kundalini euphoria
@hackisack
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for talking about Iohan. He has a special pllace in my heart. His Videos give me so much peace and admiration for the world out there and the strength and endurance and perseverance that we can achieve.
@darrenjakal
2 жыл бұрын
I met Iohan on a rail trail between Castlegar and Christina Lake. Great guy, Rip in Peace. Take care Foresty!
@darrenoconnell9716
2 жыл бұрын
Rocko sure is the perfect companion...she keeps up with Foresty AND Moresty. What a trooper 👏🐕
@Capecodham
2 жыл бұрын
girly man
@robadr13
2 жыл бұрын
Nice to do a video in Iohan's memory. My understanding is that he had sleep issues for quite a while - anyone who has had to deal with that knows how debilitating it can be. I hope that somehow he knows how much enjoyment he brought to people, through his videos and his life.
@rachelcharris
2 жыл бұрын
Very sad story Simon. I suffered with insomnia for 12 years very very very severe. A month straight is my record with no reprieve. It's terrible suffering and I can understand his predicament. Don't feel pressure to perform on here. Same as Steve. We enjoy when we see it but a person's welfare is much more important and it's dangerous for you both. Your little girl is so so beautiful. Loads love to you both and don't get too isolated either not good 👍 PS - love your wood stove 👍👍👍🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️
@mtadams2009
2 жыл бұрын
Sorry to hear that. I hope you are ok. For anyone who has never suffered from insomnia it’s living hell. I have had some episodes of insomnia and it did a real job on me. Mine only lasted maybe a year or so a couple of times. I was a complete mess. I wish you well.
@rachelcharris
2 жыл бұрын
@@mtadams2009 thanks and glad you doing better 👍
@milemarker_oscar_mike
2 жыл бұрын
Rocko is quite the little steam engine ! Tackled crossing that log like a bolt of lightning !
@Capecodham
2 жыл бұрын
girly man
@onabikenm6224
2 жыл бұрын
Iohan was everything you said and more--such an inspiration to me, his kind spirit, his love for animals, his ability to suffer through all kinds of heinous conditions, his courage. Huge loss and this is pure speculation but I think if not for Covid, he might have continued traveling and maybe not ended up as he did, that the traveling maybe kept the worst of his condition in check just enough? Like I said, pure speculation and me just wishing he was still around. Anyway, I've spent hours watching his videos and yours (it was your first bike touring vids that brought me to your channel) as fuel for my own adventures. I didn't meet Iohan and I haven't met you, but when I'm on my bike, you both come to mind and I'm grateful for the companionship and kindred spirit. Thanks for doing what you do.
@cindi7955
2 жыл бұрын
I too believe that Covid and his depression from not being able to do what he loved may have helped to write this final chapter in Johan's life. Heartbreaking. Blessings on your future bike adventures.
@richardp6461
2 жыл бұрын
Seems like he was on a quest for the only cure he knew. Complete exhaustion. I can relate.
@richardp6461
2 жыл бұрын
I completely agree when you're out there, sometimes it can become a suffer fest. Then you think of Iohan or Simon and just keep on going. Cuz that what they would do.
@onabikenm6224
2 жыл бұрын
m.kzitem.info
@curzonjp
2 жыл бұрын
I started watching his films just after the first film . I loved that he never took the easy way out and that the people he met were always amazed at his journey. I would get so worried between films and then relieved and amazed at the next instalment of the adventure that was his life. I was deeply saddened when the news broke of his death . I have on the wall in my sitting room a wonderful print of a painting some one did of him .
@555exh
2 жыл бұрын
RIP, Iohan. This is a great tribute to him. Thank you.
@agentorange1556
2 жыл бұрын
First, you’ve been uploading more than that slacker Foresty.
@love2craft545
2 жыл бұрын
🤣
@3generations393
2 жыл бұрын
Sorry for your loss
@lindamartin2045
2 жыл бұрын
Very interesting 👍👍🤗Rocko seems to enjoy the bike ride. Be safe.
@tobewiser1629
2 жыл бұрын
IohanG was a kind, kind soul, RIP angel. It was your early biking vds that expanded my search to find Iohan's. He was the king of pure raw endurance, there was something beyond physical that got him through those rough and unimaginable journeys. Live long and free FF and Rocko.
@scenenuf
2 жыл бұрын
He inspired me to get off my ass and chuck everything I owned into my Magna Wagon and just drive back in 2017/2018 and now I am still living nomadically trying to explore (bush fires, state lockdowns and fuel prices have kept me stuck the past year) but in my own fitted out van now, here in Aus. It was through your instagram that I found out about his passing last year. I have never cried or felt as much hurt for someone that I've never met before, as I did about hearing of his passing. He was such a gentle genuine beautiful soul.
@RealGood10
2 жыл бұрын
Iohan was a legend. RIP!
@Pnanasnoic
2 жыл бұрын
Love you Forest. Love your human spirit. You remind me of good things and I am thankful.
@maxcarter970
2 жыл бұрын
I felt the same way about him. He did the sort of adventures that most people just dream of or are too scared to take on. My favourite was his trip on those narrow horse trails up in the mountains of Colombia. Crazy.
@gjswilson
2 жыл бұрын
Man that's such sad news. 😔 I was a big fan of Iohan and his channel, the world’s a much poorer place without him. The man was a pure adventurer.
@bretzky9261
2 жыл бұрын
Iohan was a legend. Found your channel through his.
@chargeriderepeat7024
2 жыл бұрын
omg, I had no idea, completely gutted, some of his videos could be directly shown on primetime tv and be huge hits, the stray dog across the snowy mountains actually brought me to tears. So terribly sad.
@kflipz
2 жыл бұрын
cool to hear about someone who inspired you. I could watch Rocko cross logs all day
@robertstanley3253
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the insight Simon...and man...you lucked out with Rocko!
@compostcorner5934
2 жыл бұрын
He certainly did ..Rocko is great and living the best life with foresty 👍
@rutzyco
2 жыл бұрын
I had no idea he died. I stumbled across a few of his videos (probably recommended to me after watching Foresty Forest) many years ago and thought they were incredible. What a sad loss.
@Nilz4FR
2 жыл бұрын
0:53 Rocco just walks over like its every day business. Oh boy she is a Winner! Congrats Simon!
@maxrasovsky2729
2 жыл бұрын
On the shoulders of giants, Foresty. Up to you to continue and improve.
@jjjjustin
2 жыл бұрын
Nice little tribute ride... Iohan was such an inspiration and he lives on through all of our future adventures.
@djh2633
2 жыл бұрын
He was an amazing guy!
@vronsky4476
2 жыл бұрын
Babine, now we're getting somewhere; been on the barge cross that lake a couple times. Can't wait to see the trec vid. If you leave your rig for several nights the blacks (bears and heads) will strip it. Not to mention in the alplands the browns might want to eat Rocco.
@darrellcaruk8880
2 жыл бұрын
Always interesting to see what Moresty Forest is up too. I'm liking these short videos.
@prognozprognoz9145
2 жыл бұрын
I followed Iohan since he left the arctic and then sometime during the pandemic he went quiet and I didn't find out until about a month later that he had passed away. I had a few really cool conversations with him and he was an absolute wealth of knowledge. I really wanted to meet him some day. I agree that he has a story not unlike Christopher McCandless, although I think Iohan was smarter about how he went about things. The world lost a really great soul when he left.
@PumpkinVillage
2 жыл бұрын
Great video. Iohan was one of a kind. Loved his videos too. Take care, Al
@hj45lp
2 жыл бұрын
Hi from Finnish Lapland, where we really know what you’re talking about re bugs: there’s a stuff called Bayvantic that you pour a small amount of between a dog’s shoulder blades and it protects from mozzies and ticks for a month. A packet gets you through summer. Ask your nearest pharmacy… all the best! 🐶👍😎
@Robin_19
2 жыл бұрын
Oh no, I didn't know. I watched him back in the days. Loved his content and the vibes at the time. I even made my Patreon account because of him. Supported since end of 2016. He had so few supporters back then and I really wanted him to be able to live his dream and be able to share it with us. But I stopped watching a long time ago, kinda because of the way his videos made me feel. Hard to describe. Makes me so sad he is gone. RIP
@wabisabi778
2 жыл бұрын
I've seen that vid of Iohan in the Babines. After planting trees, he still had the energy to go biking in his days off. Truly one of a kind human being.
@NoSecondSeason
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the memorial, Iohan was the best, his legacy still is, as you are too Foresty. Remember, you popular KZitemrs, your viewers want the best for you🙌
@robertholcomb6200
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for that. What a loss. Please, everyone, help those who are suffering from depression before you loose them!
@CarrieRay
2 жыл бұрын
That young man had a short life, well-lived. Very nice tribute to him.
@rodneynewest905
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for remembering Iohan. He survived so many dangerous situations yet it was internal demons that he couldn’t overcome. Take care Foresty.
@ParArdua
2 жыл бұрын
Foresty, your actual life will always be more important than making videos for your KZitem channel. Please do not let the fickle whinging and petty demands of viewers affect how you live or love. One foot in front of the other, always another mountain to scale, My best wishes mate for ALL that you do.
@HughJorgan1
2 жыл бұрын
Keep in mind Foresty’s viewers pay his bills. KZitem is his livelihood and no videos = no views = no money. It’s very important he keeps posting content unless he wants to get a regular job.
@HarborEdwin
2 жыл бұрын
@@HughJorgan1 I think the point being made is, Foresty, don't stress over having to please Viewers with content. No argument that having a KZitem channel that can sustain a Foresty lifestyle is a win, but it can also be a lot of pressure for the content creators who enjoy their 'freedom' in the wild. E.g. the channel My Self Reliance and more to Hugh's point maybe, The Bike Wanderer that this video is in Memory of. : )
@bonniepwtf
2 жыл бұрын
That was a nice tribute. That's how I feel about you.👍
@johnglenn30csardas
2 жыл бұрын
I found you through watching Iohan’s videos. (Algorithmically) I agree, the ice road video is where he transcended other videos that were somewhat like his. He was a great spirit. I did not know he had died. You share many characteristics with him, at least as observed from the videos. It’s great that you’re honoring him. Thank you!
@degored2073
2 жыл бұрын
I genuinely appreciate your passion and focus. Hard not to. ✌️
@jimbrown4180
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks again bro one canadian to another. Have a blessed week 🙏 keep on going
@isabellericard6549
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much for Iohan, an exceptional person, great respect to you.
@aroncharest4212
2 жыл бұрын
People like you, and Iohan are the reason why I got into exploring and bike touring. And of course realizing what's actually important In life and making sure I don't just live to work. Made me realize it's the little things that are important! Rest in peace Iohnan, and thank you for the Inspiration Foresty!
@Kevin-ib3io
2 жыл бұрын
RIP Iohan, what a tremendous human! That was a real blow when I heard he'd passed. Thanks for bringing some more awareness to his work.
@00CooG00
2 жыл бұрын
So sorry to hear about Iohan.. I found your channel after watching Iohans film, almost a decade ago now.. R.I.P
@richardp6461
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the memories. I am still subscribed to Iohan Gueorguiev channel, he was the man. It seem strange that such a calm composed person that seemed in control of his emotions. Could have so much turmoil under the surface. RIP IOHAN GUEORGUIEV. Looks like you've inspired more people than just me.
@shizlittlebam
2 жыл бұрын
I've watched the bike wanderer for years. I shouldn't be surprised that Foresty Forest watches too. He even came to my little coastal home town. Cheers!
@robinheil
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video. Iohan left a huge impact on me, and definitely contributed towards me finding my own adventures. The first video of his I saw was the first in his series. Cycling from the Arctic Circle on ice roads. That was seared into my mind. One of my favorites of his is "Bikepacking the Canol Trail". The images of an abandoned mining road in the Canadian Wilderness, with its contrast of carless human littering and stunning natural landscape, paired with good music and poetic narration, resulted in a unique and beautiful film. Sometimes I felt like his narration and love of folk rock got to be a bit too cheesy, but really that was just cynicism getting in the way. He really meant and felt those words. Like you said, he lived life to the fullest. Thank you Iohan. May you be at peace.
@JustJake77
2 жыл бұрын
RIP Iohan. Such a huge, positive influence on so many. Gone and never forgotten.
@dougblalock5175
2 жыл бұрын
Best of KZitem right here. Thanks again your adventures. Godspeed.
@lionessm235
2 жыл бұрын
This was a very nice tribute. Thanks for taking us along to honor an inspirational figure.
@dodden1
Жыл бұрын
Yes, I was shocked, dismayed too when I heard the news about Iohan, like you, I was always awaiting his next adventure on video. Great tribute.
@alexmorgan3435
2 жыл бұрын
It was fitting that you got on your fat bike to make this tribute to Iohan, Bikewanderer who also ended up riding a fat bike. From time to time I go back to his YT channel to rewatch a few of this videos. But knowing that he is no longer with us and how this came to be I feel a sense of foreboding watching them. Your videos as I am sure the several hundred thousand subscribers you have also agree, we all look forward to a new FF or MM video. You are on a par with Iohan, you just do things differently your way. It is interesting that Iohan too loved dogs like you do and you have Rocco. Iohan often travelled with a dog. On many occasions he didn't have any choice as a certain dog took a shine to him, travelling with him, protecting him, making sure he was safe. Chapeau to you Simon.
@stevenprice5769
2 жыл бұрын
That’s very sad about the the bike wanderer. 😢. I followed his adventures for years, and enjoyed every one of his videos.
@Iamllumash
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tribute to Iohan Gueorguiev..
@mkuzio3331
2 жыл бұрын
I had no idea Iohan passed away. 😢 his adventures were so inspirational. R.I.P. great adventurer.
@Flowergurl2000
2 жыл бұрын
I remember the bike trip. Great beginning of this channel. Hi, Rocko baby!
@education4spectrum
2 жыл бұрын
Much love from California to you and Rocko! My whole family loves your adventures, especially when there's no peril. Please take care of eachother!
@thomasgraham5840
2 жыл бұрын
Rip Iohan, man sounds like a legend
@seanomurchu5048
2 жыл бұрын
This is a lovely tribute. I found your channel just before you published the Western Renegade video after seeing Iohan had a recommendation for you on his website. I'm at least glad we still have you to carry on the sense of simple, open minded curiosity and adventure that Iohan gave us.
@Denbub
2 жыл бұрын
THANKS FORESTY FOREST ‼️👍always great to see you and Rocco ❤️🇨🇦💪
@alex_n8863
2 жыл бұрын
Still miss Iohan. We keep his spirit alive. ✊🏼
@isabelmendi3973
2 жыл бұрын
That was nice a nice tribute to Johan . I’m glad you didn’t have to cut your way in.
@zoidberg444
2 жыл бұрын
I had never heard of the bike wanderer - his stuff looks amazing. F to pay respects. Look after yourself Foresty - for god sake take a break if you need it. Your videos are great, I wouldn't mind waiting months between a couple cool videos of your big hikes and bike trips if you start to feel burned out doing the weekly stuff.
@jordanvargovich
2 жыл бұрын
Rocko is loving y'all's life. Keep up the great content
@susanscovill6817
2 жыл бұрын
It was so sad to lose Iohan that way. He left some spectacular multimedia for us. And a lot to ponder about life and our lands. It’ll be a year next month. This was a nice reminder. Cheers from Vancouver eh!
@georgina979
2 жыл бұрын
This is how I feel about your channel.
@DirectReflection94
2 жыл бұрын
I never heard of him until this video. Thank you.
@hunterhalo2
2 жыл бұрын
Watching Rocko rip across that log was amazing
@bebeandjohnnotsonomadiclif5287
2 жыл бұрын
Iohan Gueorguiev, Quite the man. RIP Good Friend. Thank you.
@potat0wned52
2 жыл бұрын
rip iohan. inspired me to start going on bike trips
@kat2787
2 жыл бұрын
Love your channel Forest! Thank you for all the adventures. Also thank you for introducing me to Iohan. Just watched his first video and I'm going to binge watch the rest. He's an incredible person! May he RIP!
@jaydog2108
2 жыл бұрын
Great video man awesome tribute 👍
@lisec.3070
2 жыл бұрын
BIG HUG TO ROCKO. SHE IS QUITE THE PARTNER!! YOU GOT A WINNER THERE!
@Michael-lv3rp
2 жыл бұрын
I just found your second channel , so glad I did. I have been watching since I saw you on the Steve Wallis channel and I love your content! Keep it up and don't let these negative unhappy people effect what makes you happy. Thanks again
@sebastienlemay6120
2 жыл бұрын
That's really sad. I had watched most of his videos and always liked his outlook on things. Didn't know he passed away.
@ramblynrocketeer
2 жыл бұрын
🌲⛰🌿🚲💚 Epic Video!
@reneepowell8541
9 ай бұрын
I first watched the videos of both you and Iohan many years ago from when you were both bike touring. I was absolutely astonished at his Dempster Highway adventure and from there forward I anticipated each of his new installments. You have a similar sense of perseverance, yet all your own, that I admire. I still go back and watch some of his videos from time to time. Iohan had an almost lyrical way of living, talking, adventuring, connecting, creating videos...how sad that his life ended so tragically. I think it's pretty dang cool that you created this video with his memory in mind. Thanks for taking all of us along!
@nanchesca3950
2 жыл бұрын
Some people live to 90 and never even leave their hometown! My dad (in Ontario) met a lady in Toronto that had never been north of the 401!
@nanchesca3950
2 жыл бұрын
RIP Iohan
@goundreykruse
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this. Still can’t quite believe Iohan has gone.
@suezaple4950
2 жыл бұрын
I've read an article on Iohan, he was one strong determined interesting individual who seemed to be a nature loving kind individual who loved the animals and made friends of them in his journey, Unfortunately the insomnia caught up with his mind , what a loss it was to loose him to suicide . Thanks for making this video as contribute to him and his acomplishments when he was with us RIP Lohan.
@mr_cleaner_upper8645
2 жыл бұрын
Happy to see the bike out, even for just a bit. I found your channel years ago for your bike trips… I bet you could rig up a comfy basket system for Rocko to ride in 👍
@tike5449
2 жыл бұрын
Oh man, I wasn't aware of the fact that he passed away. So tragic. It must have been a combination of things cause sleep apnea normally is treatable. Maybe the whole Covid situation and that he couldn't live his passion struck him that much. Good that you made this memorial .
@mtadams2009
Жыл бұрын
I had never heard of this man, thanks FF for letting me know about this man. He certainly lived his life to the fullest.
@calvinpruett9429
2 жыл бұрын
Nice; I manned Prairie Reef in '69 the most remote lookout in the U.S (Montana Bob Marshall Wilderness).
@62swampboy62
2 жыл бұрын
Very nice. I used to watch his channel too. RIP Iohan.
@fredricgriffin6070
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the Iohan tribute. He is, not was, awesome!
@MoosemanR
2 жыл бұрын
Just got a extreme sense of peace watching. the bike wanderers last video.
@MrJanaRobi
2 жыл бұрын
Iohan was the best He is very missed .Nice tribute
@kathybest6950
2 жыл бұрын
Rocco is sure a trooper and is sure a positive addition to your life 😀
@Bg563
2 жыл бұрын
I literally did this yesterday on my mountain bike going the opposite way up the Silver King Basin, lol. I remember seeing your video, Alaska to Alberta, a long time ago and had it on my list. I still can't imagine doing it with a fully load touring bike. Getting down those switchback to the cabin must have been an absolute mother.
@marianfrances4959
2 жыл бұрын
Oh...I did not know Iohan had passed. I can see how you'd hold him in high esteem. He was an awesome and accomplished human being. Catch you and rockin Rocko soon.👍😎🇨🇦👌⚘💜🐾
@alexmorgan3435
2 жыл бұрын
There have been quite a few tribute videos on YT. Alee Denham CyclingAbout made a good tribute video and also the people who knew him the closest in Canada. They were pretty much his family.
@RMJ1984
2 жыл бұрын
And at age 33 :( damn that's so unfair.
@chrissilveri40
2 жыл бұрын
He’s keeping us in suspense with the van damage 😂
@ipaddlemyowncanoe.7441
2 жыл бұрын
One hell of a journey but you got to do it. 👍👍🙂🇨🇦🐕
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