Embarking on the Tour Divide (TD), Great Divide Mountain Bike Route (GDMBR) or bikepacking trip? Plan smart but stay flexible! This video covers essential tips for tackling this epic ride, from planning and travel logistics to on-the-trail strategies. Learn about staggered start times, gear choices (Shimano/Sram are easier to source!), water management, and the crucial role of paper maps alongside digital navigation. Discover how to handle unexpected challenges like equipment failures and weather changes, and master resupply tactics for optimal performance. I delve into nutrition, including the love-hate relationship with food, and the importance of knowing your equipment inside and out. Plus, get pro tips on everything from finding decent coffee to maximizing your tool kit. Whether you're racing or touring, understand your "why" and remember, the adventure is in the journey.
Welcome to my channel, where I share my passion for bikepacking adventures! I'm Rob, and I love exploring new places and pushing my limits on two wheels. I hope to inspire you to get out there and explore the world on your bike!
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0:01 Intro
0:43 Know your equipment
2:03 A resupply may be off route but worth the extra time
2:47 You’ll have a love-hate relationship with Food
3:42 Coffee can be hard to find
4:53 Paper Maps boot up faster
6:06 You can carry too much water at times
7:03 Use standard equipment for your drive train
8:04 If you stay in Canmore
9:09 Staggered start times
10:10 Have a plan and know why you’re riding.
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Day 16-18
https://youtu.be/Aeat4jQyq_8?si=cEoMnhM9hu96oVzM
Gear Review Playlist
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqH2np07lFA6i60c7z7mKMavvAk9CCYQ_&si=uagiTevadrHgJlyP
Additional Video Content:
Chris Smith aka Blind Guy Biking
https://www.youtube.com/@UC4fthgtmM3EVAijPUCAKWvQ
https://blindguybiking.org
Check out Team Rowdy's channel.
@oregoniangal
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_s3KxsSHlOAysn4zS58kMKZ_rKSOzcPh&si=_W-ZibNUp8DN7cdS
Camera Gear:
Pixel 9
GoPro 7
DJI Mini Pro 4
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Bike Specs: 2019 Specialized Epic 29 HT, Specialized clip-on TT bars, Surly Corner bar 54 cm, Widefoot - Cargo Mount, Mason Hunt Search 29 MTB SON Dynamo Wheelset, 29x2.1" Vittoria Mezcal, Airliners. Sram GX Mechanical 1x12 with Absolute Black 36t elliptical drivetrain, kLite ULTRA Racing Lighting w/USB Charger, 26k Powerbank, Ass Savers Win Wing fender, Garmin InReach Mini 2, Garmin 530, Son Dynamo, Apidura Expedition Saddle Pack - 14 Litre, Rockgeist Cache Large, Revelate Ripio Frame Bag Medium w, 3 liter water blatter, Custom Harness with Outdoor Research bag 12l, Swift - Kestrel Bar Bag, 2x Water bottle bag Decathlon, RockBros - Cache(Tools)
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