Packing for Bikepacking: everything I carry after 7 years around the world

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Great video Tristan. I am a 76 year old man here who has been sedintary for about 5 years now and have gotten way outta shape. Watching such videos has inspired me to quit smoking, eat right, and get off my duff and get outside. I have lost 11 pounds in a month. I have recently been car camping a bit and have enjoyed it immensely. Just today I took picked up my new eBike MTB. I figure at 76 I am entitled to cheat a little when need be. I am using Econo mode with level 2 pedal assist, so that I can get in better shape before taking on bikecamping. I pretty much have all the proper gear except a good sleep system. I am like a kid at Chirstmas....bugs in my teeth from all of the smiling. Thank you for the inspiration.

Finally, a REAL video on how to pack. Rok straps and backpack genius solution.

"always want to know where your towel is"... awsome! words of a man ready to cycle the galaxy.

I think that's one of the cleanest, no nonsense bikepacking set ups I've seen (and really nicely presented too). Years of trial and error no doubt. Nice to find your channel and subscribed!

Strapping a backpack to the bike rack is an awesome idea!

This guy gives every impression of knowing what he's talking about.

too bad i can only give one like for this brilliant video. you got me off the idea of buying a pannier rack system with bags and be more pragmatic by using a backpack, which I always wanted. Your tips and experiences are pure gold and I love how you give a no fluff and to the point demo on how to do things. I cannot be more pumped having found your channel. best from Germany

Amazing. Love how you've dialed the entire setup from the bike, to clothing, to footwear into what I would call a "no non-sense" setup. Your 7 years of experience are evident!

I'm a backpacker, not a bikepacker, and don't even matter... this video is gold! Really well thought system 👏🏽💪🏽

I've been trying to get into Bushcraft and camping more. I have wanted to try bikepacking. This video motivated me through my depression to go to the garage and get my bike out and to work on it. I'm more of a commuter than anything else. When my endurance is bad or hill climbing or wind is aweful I do what a call a bike portage lol similar to bike hiking. Thank you!

Thank you for taking the time to describe not only the gear, but the 'why' as well. It's really helpful for those of us thinking about how to start self supported trips. All that experience shines through - definitely subscribing to the channel! Thanks, Paul

Thank you for sharing all of that. I'm new to bikepacking but I know a lot about Alaska. I lived there for over a decade, and hiked and biked over significant chunks of it. The waterproof gloves and headnet are spot on. You'll also appreciate something to slip over your shoes (in a pinch, I've used grocery store plastic bags--it looks ridiculous, but helps). A poncho or rain cape won't work, because there is too much wind. A rain jacket and pants are the solution if it really gets wet. It's so dry, though, that you really won't face as much rain as you might be expecting. If you are riding around the Kenai, I would add some bear spray (a gun would be better, but...). You'll also want a bag and some rope, so you can hang your food, toothpaste, etc. in a tree far from your camp. Once you get north of Anchorage, the bears are less common. Lots of long-distance cyclists tackle the Haul Road (Dalton Highway) up to Deadhorse. In my opinion, that ride really isn't worth it. If you want to add miles, start in Homer rather than Anchorage. The peninsula is beautiful and varied, whereas the interior offers two weeks of the exact same view. The drivers are courteous to cyclists (compared to average Americans; it's still not Munich). The bike trails around Anchorage are amazing. You'll have a blast. Alaska is an amazing (and virtually unknown) destination for cyclists.

I dig the 35l backpack setup on the back. That seems like it makes a lot of sense as long as it isn’t moving around.

wow, awesome setup, and thanks for listing the names of all the gear on screen!

As an avid cyclist, I am trying to get into bikepacking and your video helped me tremendously! Thank you!

Was that a Hitchhikers guide to the Galaxy reference? Always know where your towel is.

I’ve watched many bike packing setup on YouTube, and I think I like your setup, simple and practical.

Great setup. One thing I have that I couldn't live without is a down jacket and pair of down trousers. They pack down very small and weigh very little plus double up as a wonderful pillow.

universal sink plug was a nice tip cheers