Brooks C19 Carved Cambium Saddle Review Sheelagh Daly 2023-01-27 | I have been riding the Brooks C19 Carved Cambium Saddle for 8 months now. How does it rate in terms of durability, practicality and comfort? I'm reviewing all that, plus why I've found it to be a truly one-of-a-kind saddle, in this video.VIDEOS MENTIONEDSwitching to the Brooks C19 Carved Cambium Saddle: youtu.be/ZMXWUuL4V2UZach Gallardo's Brooks Cambium vs. Brooks Leather Saddles video: youtu.be/wGPglPs6IPQ***FREE BIKE TOUR NUTRITION GUIDE***Want to feel and ride your best on your next cycle tour? Grab my 5 nutrition tips for bike touring as well as 2 adaptable recipes in this FREE e-book:https://mailchi.mp/5efdca9e20ae/bike-tour-nutrition-guideWEBSITEsheelaghdaly.comINSTAGRAMinstagram.com/sheelagh.daly
Answering YOUR Bike Touring Questions Sheelagh Daly 2024-03-13 | CHECK OUT THE PLANNING YOUR FIRST BIG BIKE TOUR WORKSHOPGet 25% OFF with code EARLYBIRD25 until March 31st 2024:sheelaghdaly.gumroad.com/l/planning-your-first-big-bike-tourSUPPORT MY VIDEOS BY JOINING THE PATREON CREW!patreon.com/sheelaghdalyADDITIONAL RESOURCES MENTIONEDNutrition for Bike Touring Video: youtu.be/XvdCStgm5To?si=dhQj9PTqX0rHRR7cFREE Bike Tour Nutrition Guide: https://mailchi.mp/5efdca9e20ae/bike-tour-nutrition-guideCHAPTERS0:00 Today I'm answering YOUR bike touring questions!1:02 Should I plan out my bike tour route or go with the flow?7:00 Nutrition tips for bike touring?11:43 How to research and plan trips/routes?15:03 How to plan your dream bike tour16:43 Loneliness on a bike tour?20:09 Future bike touring plans!WEBSITEsheelaghdaly.comINSTAGRAMinstagram.com/sheelagh.dalyMusic by Epidemic Sound: epidemicsound.com
The Panniers I Wouldnt Get Again: Ortlieb vs. Vaude Sheelagh Daly 2024-02-20 | I have used both the Ortlieb Back Roller Classic 40L and the Vaude Aqua Back Plus 51L for roughly the same amount of time. I really enjoyed both sets of panniers while using them, but ultimately there's one I wouldn't get again. In this video I'll dig into the layouts, carrying capacities, durability, attachment styles, waterproofness and warranties of these bags. If you're on the hunt for a good set of panniers, this video is for you!SUPPORT MY VIDEOS BY JOINING THE PATREON CREW!patreon.com/sheelaghdaly***FREE BIKE TOUR NUTRITION GUIDE***Want to feel and ride your best on your next cycle tour? Grab my 5 nutrition tips for bike touring as well as 2 adaptable recipes in this FREE e-book:https://mailchi.mp/5efdca9e20ae/bike-tour-nutrition-guideCHAPTERS0:00 Ortlieb Back Roller Classic 40L vs. Vaude Aqua Back Plus 51L0:55 Ortlieb vs Vaude: Which has the better layout? 2:56 Can Ortlieb or Vaude panniers carry more?4:45 Which is more durable - Ortlieb or Vaude panniers?7:00 Are Vaude and Ortlieb panniers waterproof?7:42 Attachment mechanisms - which is better?9:26 The pannier I wouldn't get again12:52 Vaude Warranty vs. Ortlieb WarrantyWEBSITEsheelaghdaly.comINSTAGRAMinstagram.com/sheelagh.dalyMusic by Epidemic Sound: epidemicsound.com
Is FEAR keeping you from your DREAM bike tour? Sheelagh Daly 2024-01-19 | It is so easy to fill our minds with reasons we should NOT do that big bike tour we've been dreaming of. Fear often takes the wheel (or the handlebars!) and has us doubting that we could even do such a grand adventure. In this video I share 3 strategies I have used to overcome these fears and get myself out on the road time and time again.SUPPORT MY VIDEOS BY JOINING THE PATREON CREW!patreon.com/sheelaghdaly***FREE BIKE TOUR NUTRITION GUIDE***Want to feel and ride your best on your next cycle tour? Grab my 5 nutrition tips for bike touring as well as 2 adaptable recipes in this FREE e-book:https://mailchi.mp/5efdca9e20ae/bike-tour-nutrition-guideSTAY IN THE LOOP: JOIN THE NEWSLETTERhttps://mailchi.mp/49b6792bc64d/sheelagh-daly-adventure-crewCHAPTERS0:00 Doing things a little different today!1:27 Fear & bike touring2:01 Increasing excitement and lowering fear4:19 Gathering information & skills5:38 Building a new relationship with fearWEBSITEsheelaghdaly.comINSTAGRAMinstagram.com/sheelagh.dalyMusic by Epidemic Sound: epidemicsound.com
Whats happened and whats next (2024 Update) Sheelagh Daly 2024-01-12 | I got some news recently that has changed my plans for the new year. So I wanted to have a little chat with you, my lovely community, about what's happened and what you can expect from my channel in 2024.SUPPORT MY VIDEOS BY JOINING THE PATREON CREW!patreon.com/sheelaghdalyJOIN THE NEWSLETTERhttps://mailchi.mp/49b6792bc64d/sheelagh-daly-adventure-crew***FREE BIKE TOUR NUTRITION GUIDE***Want to feel and ride your best on your next cycle tour? Grab my 5 nutrition tips for bike touring as well as 2 adaptable recipes in this FREE e-book:https://mailchi.mp/5efdca9e20ae/bike-tour-nutrition-guideCHAPTERS0:00 Feeling anxious0:38 My "Themes" for 20245:02 Changes to the channel8:44 My bikepacking plans have changed...12:00 What I'll be sharing here13:19 How to plan your first big bike tour!14:24 Tell me about you!WEBSITEsheelaghdaly.comINSTAGRAMinstagram.com/sheelagh.dalyMusic by Epidemic Sound: epidemicsound.com
My Bikepacking Bikes! Sheelagh Daly 2023-12-23 | In this video I share the specs on my three bikes, what I use each of them for and why I love each of them for different reasons.SUPPORT MY VIDEOS BY JOINING THE PATREON CREW!patreon.com/sheelaghdalyVIDEOS MENTIONEDCycling Toronto to Montreal Part 1: youtu.be/q0qKs-r48wA?si=um9VWNddtP-yAJ5wCycling Toronto to Montreal Part 2: youtu.be/eM8LtNM9w38?si=JrXNH-OJ-Q8h-eZwButterfly Bars Review: youtu.be/bpsyzOcZUtc?si=msOYbeLydI39PluyBrooks C19 Carved Cambium Saddle Review: youtu.be/OoqGt2iqwCI?si=ujqh8vpnii6HRQzbMy Surly Bridge Club Build: youtu.be/Ad-Rj4127ik?si=jYDJDftPbKDny_VUSurly Bridge Club Q&A Part 1: youtu.be/52RQZVBuK6g?si=Ssfe4synh9hNi59vSurly Bridge Club Q&A Part 2: youtu.be/VkvIbagZT3I?si=KW-SopRN7mR4DJBXSurly Bridge Club Q&A Part 3: youtu.be/UDmio_M-3eE?si=gud9Q3MUzZ9aPBvQ***FREE BIKE TOUR NUTRITION GUIDE***Want to feel and ride your best on your next cycle tour? Grab my 5 nutrition tips for bike touring as well as 2 adaptable recipes in this FREE e-book:https://mailchi.mp/5efdca9e20ae/bike-tour-nutrition-guideCHAPTERS0:00 Introducing my bikepacking bikes!0:25 My Vintage Raleigh3:48 My KHS Grit 2208:32 My Custom Surly Bridge ClubWEBSITEsheelaghdaly.comINSTAGRAMinstagram.com/sheelagh.dalyMusic by Epidemic Sound: epidemicsound.com
Ortlieb 4.1L Fork Pack: Long-Term Review Sheelagh Daly 2023-11-17 | I've used Ortlieb's 4.1L Fork Packs for over a year and a half now. These fork bags have some great qualities such as their waterproofness and ease-of-use. But they have some downsides to be aware of as well. If you're looking for a streamlined way to carry some weight on the front of your bike, check out this review of Ortlieb's 4.1L Fork Packs.For more info about these Fork Packs, check out Ortlieb's website here:ortlieb.ca/products/fork-pack-f9991-f9992**SUPPORT MY VIDEOS BY JOINING THE PATREON CREW!**patreon.com/sheelaghdalyOR YOU CAN SEND A 1-TIME CONTRIBUTION THROUGH PAYPAL:paypal.com/paypalme/sheelaghdalyFREE BIKE TOUR NUTRITION GUIDEWant to feel and ride your best on your next cycle tour? Grab my 5 nutrition tips for bike touring as well as 2 adaptable recipes in this FREE e-book:https://mailchi.mp/5efdca9e20ae/bike-tour-nutrition-guideCHAPTERS0:00 A review of Ortlieb's 4.1L Fork Packs0:35 Capacity: How much can they carry?1:18 Weight: Are these fork bags a lightweight option?2:34 Convenience: These bags are a game changer!3:28 Waterproofness: How waterproof are they?4:28: The easiest fork bags to use5:22 Compatibility: What forks do they work with?6:10 Why these fork bags are one of a kindWEBSITEsheelaghdaly.comINSTAGRAMinstagram.com/sheelagh.dalyMusic by Epidemic Sound: epidemicsound.com
FLYING with a BICYCLE: Booking, Boxing & Boarding! Sheelagh Daly 2023-10-20 | Interested in heading off on a big bike tour but nervous about flying with your bicycle? This video is for you. In it I share some do's and don'ts about booking a flight with a bicycle (believe me, I've learned these lessons the hard way!) Then, I'll walk you through the process of taking apart and boxing my bike. And finally, I'll share some tips for how to get to the airport with a boxed bicycle and what you can expect once you're there. Flying with a bike isn't as intimidating as it may first seem, and it doesn't need to keep you from having a big, beautiful, wonderful adventure!**Disclaimer: In this video I share my personal experiences. Every situation is unique and it is crucial to do your own individual, extensive research.SUPPORT MY VIDEOS BY JOINING THE PATREON CREW!patreon.com/sheelaghdaly***FREE BIKE TOUR NUTRITION GUIDE***Want to feel and ride your best on your next cycle tour? Grab my 5 nutrition tips for bike touring as well as 2 adaptable recipes in this FREE e-book:https://mailchi.mp/5efdca9e20ae/bike-tour-nutrition-guideCHAPTERS0:00 Flying with a Bicycle Intro0:45 PART 1: How to book a flight with a bicycle1:05 Mistakes to avoid with connecting flights4:10 Why I avoid budget airlines5:03 The cost to fly with a bicycle5:37 Airline rules for flying with a bike6:28 The importance of booking confirmation7:00 PART 2: Boxing a bike for flight7:04 Finding a box for your bike8:45 Removing bicycle accessories10:03 Protecting the rear derailleur10:19 Deflating tires & what I do for tubeless tires10:43 Removing front wheel10:55 Parts I am most careful to protect11:38 Removing the handlebars12:42 Important step before removing saddle12:49 Packing a bike into a box14:02 Can you put other items in the bike box?15:39 Securing everything in place16:27 Sealing it up and final steps16:54 PART 3: Boarding16:57 How to get to the airport with a bicycle17:15 How early to get to the airport with a bike17:30 Getting a bike around the airport17:45 Where to check in and pick up bike at an airport18:12 Where I put my bike back together18:48 Options if you're feeling anxiousWEBSITEsheelaghdaly.comINSTAGRAMinstagram.com/sheelagh.dalyMusic by Epidemic Sound: epidemicsound.com
Mechanical Mystery & Hike-a-Bike | Bikepacking Spain Sheelagh Daly 2023-09-01 | As we finish up our European bike tour we encounter tough hike-a-bike trails and the most mysterious mechanical issue I've ever had on a cycle tour. Let's see how our time bikepacking Spain concludes!If you're curious about the previous sections of this tour, you can check them out here:Beautiful Bike Route Bikepacking Switzerland: youtu.be/zVwtQwR6gk0?si=oy_y-XNp0abZzjipWhen You Just Want to Quit | Bikepacking France: youtu.be/CUG0S39AIDQ?si=rF7Q2WGsLAAJ2avoBikepacking the Pyrenees Mountains: youtu.be/2OPQn17fXhU?si=sxzw-lDKmSh6mz21SUPPORT MY VIDEOS BY JOINING THE PATREON CREW!patreon.com/sheelaghdaly***FREE BIKE TOUR NUTRITION GUIDE***Want to feel and ride your best on your next cycle tour? Grab my 5 nutrition tips for bike touring as well as 2 adaptable recipes in this FREE e-book:https://mailchi.mp/5efdca9e20ae/bike-tour-nutrition-guideWEBSITEsheelaghdaly.comINSTAGRAMinstagram.com/sheelagh.dalyMusic by Epidemic Sound: epidemicsound.com
Bikepacking the Pyrenees Mountains: Tough it out or take it easy? Sheelagh Daly 2023-08-18 | In my experience, some days on a bike tour are about toughing it out, and others are about finding opportunities to take it easy. While bikepacking the Pyrenees from France to Spain, we explore this balance on our way towards Barcelona.SUPPORT MY VIDEOS BY JOINING THE PATREON CREW!patreon.com/sheelaghdaly***FREE BIKE TOUR NUTRITION GUIDE***Want to feel and ride your best on your next cycle tour? Grab my 5 nutrition tips for bike touring as well as 2 adaptable recipes in this FREE e-book:https://mailchi.mp/5efdca9e20ae/bike-tour-nutrition-guideWEBSITEsheelaghdaly.comINSTAGRAMinstagram.com/sheelagh.dalyMusic by Epidemic Sound: epidemicsound.com
When you just want to QUIT | Bikepacking France Sheelagh Daly 2023-07-23 | You know those days where you just want to quit? That was this day for me while bike touring in France. The bitter Mistral winds, paired with emotional overwhelm that built up, were really getting to me. Fortunately, some wisdom I was given years ago when I first started bike touring helped to turn things around.SUPPORT MY VIDEOS BY JOINING THE PATREON CREW!patreon.com/sheelaghdalyVIDEOS MENTIONEDBikepacking the Swiss Alps: youtu.be/zVwtQwR6gk0***FREE BIKE TOUR NUTRITION GUIDE***Want to feel and ride your best on your next cycle tour? Grab my 5 nutrition tips for bike touring as well as 2 adaptable recipes in this FREE e-book:https://mailchi.mp/5efdca9e20ae/bike-tour-nutrition-guideWEBSITEsheelaghdaly.comINSTAGRAMinstagram.com/sheelagh.dalyMusic by Epidemic Sound: epidemicsound.com
Bikepacking SWITZERLAND: Most Beautiful Cycling Route EVER!? Sheelagh Daly 2023-07-05 | Bikepacking in Switzerland feels like living in a postcard. Mountains, wildflowers, beautiful wooden homes... it's absolutely dreamy. But sometimes you have to pay for the beautiful views in more ways than one! Come along on our Switzerland bike touring adventure through the Alps. This just might be my favourite bikepacking route ever.SUPPORT MY VIDEOS BY JOINING THE PATREON CREW!patreon.com/sheelaghdaly***FREE BIKE TOUR NUTRITION GUIDE***Want to feel and ride your best on your next cycle tour? Grab my 5 nutrition tips for bike touring as well as 2 adaptable recipes in this FREE e-book:https://mailchi.mp/5efdca9e20ae/bike-tour-nutrition-guideRESOURCES MENTIONEDSwitzerland Mobility App: https://schweizmobil.ch/en/summerWarmshowers: warmshowers.orgWEBSITEsheelaghdaly.comINSTAGRAMinstagram.com/sheelagh.dalyMusic by Epidemic Sound: epidemicsound.com
The Unexpected Sadness of Bike Touring Sheelagh Daly 2023-06-16 | Have you ever come back from a bike tour and just felt... blue? Often when I come back from a big, beautiful, bicycle adventure, I experience what I describe as the "post-bike tour blues". So today I'm sharing 6 tips that are helping me move through the feelings that have come up since returning from my most recent bikepacking trip.SUPPORT MY VIDEOS BY JOINING THE PATREON CREW!patreon.com/sheelaghdaly***FREE BIKE TOUR NUTRITION GUIDE***Want to feel and ride your best on your next cycle tour? Grab my 5 nutrition tips for bike touring as well as 2 adaptable recipes in this FREE e-book:https://mailchi.mp/5efdca9e20ae/bike-tour-nutrition-guideWEBSITEsheelaghdaly.comINSTAGRAMinstagram.com/sheelagh.dalyMusic by Epidemic Sound: epidemicsound.com
LIVE Q&A (Part 2): My Surly Bridge Club custom build Sheelagh Daly 2023-05-11 | My livestream went down and then deleted a piece in the middle! This is part 2 where I discuss why I picked a 2x over 3x, the handlebars I chose and the brakes. OTHER RELEVANT VIDEOSSurly Bridge Club Q&A Part 1: youtu.be/52RQZVBuK6gSurly Bridge Club Q&A Part 3: youtu.be/UDmio_M-3eEHow I built my Surly Bridge Club: youtu.be/Ad-Rj4127ikSUPPORT MY VIDEOS (AND GET MY FULL PARTS LIST!) BY JOINING THE PATREON CREW:patreon.com/sheelaghdaly***FREE BIKE TOUR NUTRITION GUIDE***Want to feel and ride your best on your next cycle tour? Grab my 5 nutrition tips for bike touring as well as 2 adaptable recipes in this FREE e-book:https://mailchi.mp/5efdca9e20ae/bike-tour-nutrition-guideCHAPTERS0:00 Apologies for the technical difficulties!0:50 Drivetrains: Why I picked 2x over 3x2:38 Handlebars: Why I picked the Velo Orange Crazy bars3:34 Brakes: Why I chose the TRP Spyres4:43 My setback seatpost5:32 Tips for picking small partsWEBSITEsheelaghdaly.comINSTAGRAMinstagram.com/sheelagh.daly
LIVE Q&A (Part 1): My Surly Bridge Club custom build Sheelagh Daly 2023-05-11 | Since I shared my video about how I built my custom Surly Bridge Club, I've gotten some great questions about the parts I chose and the build process. So I decided to do a live Q&A from my current tour to answer them! Unfortunately my internet cut out partway through but you can watch part 2 and 3 here:Surly Bridge Club Q&A Part 2: youtu.be/VkvIbagZT3ISurly Bridge Club Q&A Part 3: youtu.be/UDmio_M-3eESUPPORT MY VIDEOS (AND GET MY FULL PARTS LIST!) BY JOINING THE PATREON CREW:patreon.com/sheelaghdalyOTHER RELEVANT VIDEOSHow I built my Surly Bridge Club: youtube.com/watch?v=Ad-Rj4127ik&t=38sWhy I switched to tubeless tires: youtu.be/K9IDYBIMEq8***FREE BIKE TOUR NUTRITION GUIDE***Want to feel and ride your best on your next cycle tour? Grab my 5 nutrition tips for bike touring as well as 2 adaptable recipes in this FREE e-book:https://mailchi.mp/5efdca9e20ae/bike-tour-nutrition-guideCHAPTERS0:00 Welcome to my first live!1:13 My current tour and bike3:24 Picking parts: Risk vs. reward calculation5:44 Why I picked the Surly Bridge Club frame6:58 Surly Bridge Club vs. Surly Disc Trucker8:57 Wheels: 700 vs 27.511:23 Dynamo vs. no dynamo13:41 DT Swiss 240 vs 35015:10 Why no belt drive16:30 Drivetrain: Understanding gear inches18:02 Drivetrain: 1x vs. 2xWEBSITEsheelaghdaly.comINSTAGRAMinstagram.com/sheelagh.daly
LIVE Q&A (Part 3): My Surly Bridge Club custom build Sheelagh Daly 2023-05-11 | My livestream went down and then deleted a piece in the middle! This is part 3 where I discuss the build process and if there's anything I would do differently next time.OTHER RELEVANT VIDEOSSurly Bridge Club Q&A Part 1: youtu.be/52RQZVBuK6gSurly Bridge Club Q&A Part 2: youtu.be/VkvIbagZT3ISUPPORT MY VIDEOS (AND GET MY FULL PARTS LIST!) BY JOINING THE PATREON CREW:patreon.com/sheelaghdalyOTHER RELEVANT VIDEOSHow I built my Surly Bridge Club: youtube.com/watch?v=Ad-Rj4127ik&t=38s***FREE BIKE TOUR NUTRITION GUIDE***Want to feel and ride your best on your next cycle tour? Grab my 5 nutrition tips for bike touring as well as 2 adaptable recipes in this FREE e-book:https://mailchi.mp/5efdca9e20ae/bike-tour-nutrition-guideCHAPTERS0:00 Apologies for the technical difficulties!0:40 How to pick the right small parts for a Surly build1:30 My new bike build process2:43 How I picked my parts and planned my build4:36 Finding supports for a build6:25 What I would do differently7:45 Next bike tour!?8:46 Where to get my full parts list and ask questions!WEBSITEsheelaghdaly.comINSTAGRAMinstagram.com/sheelagh.daly
Sheelagh Daly Live Stream Sheelagh Daly 2023-05-11 | RESOURCES MENTIONED***FREE BIKE TOUR NUTRITION GUIDE***Want to feel and ride your best on your next cycle tour? Grab my 5 nutrition tips for bike touring as well as 2 adaptable recipes in this FREE e-book:https://mailchi.mp/5efdca9e20ae/bike-tour-nutrition-guideCHAPTERS0:00 WEBSITEsheelaghdaly.comINSTAGRAMinstagram.com/sheelagh.dalyMusic by Epidemic Sound: epidemicsound.com
My New Touring Bike! Surly Bridge Club Custom Build Sheelagh Daly 2023-04-28 | Introducing... my new Surly Bridge Club custom bike build for round-the-world touring! For the last year it has been my dream to build up a world-touring bike with my own two hands. After many months researching the parts I wanted, and several days building — it's finally complete! Check out what the process is like in this video, and let me know if you have any questions in the comments below!CUSTOM SURLY BRIDGE CLUB Q&ASPart 1: youtu.be/52RQZVBuK6gPart 2: youtu.be/VkvIbagZT3IPart 3: youtu.be/UDmio_M-3eESUPPORT MY VIDEOS BY JOINING THE PATREON CREW!patreon.com/sheelaghdalyVIDEOS MENTIONEDPros and Cons of Butterfly Bars: youtu.be/bpsyzOcZUtc***FREE BIKE TOUR NUTRITION GUIDE***Want to feel and ride your best on your next cycle tour? Grab my 5 nutrition tips for bike touring as well as 2 adaptable recipes in this FREE e-book:https://mailchi.mp/5efdca9e20ae/bike-tour-nutrition-guideWEBSITEsheelaghdaly.comINSTAGRAMinstagram.com/sheelagh.dalyMusic by Epidemic Sound: epidemicsound.com
TUBELESS for Bike Touring: Should you switch? Sheelagh Daly 2023-04-21 | Should you go tubeless for your next bike tour? After riding thousands of kilometers without a single flat on my Schwalbe Marathons, I swore I would never ride on anything else. But, I eventually discovered that a tubeless setup offers certain benefits Schwalbes, and other tubed tires, don't. In this video I dig into the pros and cons of tubeless for bikepacking, and why I ultimately decided to make the switch.SUPPORT MY VIDEOS BY JOINING THE PATREON CREW!patreon.com/sheelaghdaly***FREE BIKE TOUR NUTRITION GUIDE***Want to feel and ride your best on your next cycle tour? Grab my 5 nutrition tips for bike touring as well as 2 adaptable recipes in this FREE e-book:https://mailchi.mp/5efdca9e20ae/bike-tour-nutrition-guideCHAPTERS0:00 Tubes vs Tubeless for bike touring: Let's discuss!0:38 What is tubeless?1:33 Why people love tubeless2:10 Why I said goodbye to Schwalbe Marathons2:37 Pro 1: More puncture-protected options3:12 Pro 2: Tire pressure for tough terrain3:48 Pro 3: Weight savings4:38 Con 1: The price of tubeless5:17 Con 2: What you need to repair5:38 Con 3: Can tubeless be fixed worldwide?7:14 The tubeless tires I chose7:33 Tip 1: How to avoid surprises on the road8:01 Tip 2: How to maintain your sealant8:25 Tip 3: Understand your tubeless setup9:11 Tip 4: Stay curious!WEBSITEsheelaghdaly.comINSTAGRAMinstagram.com/sheelagh.dalyMusic by Epidemic Sound: epidemicsound.com
Bike Touring GEAR LIST Upgrades & My Next Adventure! Sheelagh Daly 2023-04-07 | When I set off on my first solo bike tour, I cobbled together most of my gear from what I had, what I was able to get second hand, and what some kind folks let me borrow. Over the last four years of bike touring and bikepacking, I have slowly updated my gear. These are the 6 bike touring gear upgrades I can’t wait to take on my next adventure.VIDEOS MENTIONEDComplete gear list for my European bike tour: youtu.be/TaYPJDfPV-oCaught in a leaky tent in a rain storm: youtu.be/HGzA-oRDbRU LINKS TO PRODUCTSOrtlieb Back Roller Classic Panniers: ortlieb.ca/products/back-roller-classicOrtlieb 4.1L Fork Pack Plus: ortlieb.ca/products/fork-pack-plusOrtlieb Ultimate 6 Classic 8L: ortlieb.ca/products/ultimate-six-classicproducts/ultimate-six-plusMSR Elixir 2: msrgear.com/ca/tents/backpacking-tents/elixir-2-backpacking-tent/10311.htmlBig Agnes Copper Spur HV UL3 Bikepack: bigagnes.com/products/copper-spur-hv-ul3-bikepackShowers Pass Ecolyte Elite: showerspass.ca/collections/womens-waterproof-jackets/products/womens-ecolyte-jacketAeropress Go Travel Coffee Maker: aeropress.com/products/aeropress-go-travel-coffee-pressBridgedale waterproof socks (I use the Lightweight Stormsock): bridgedale.comShoe covers: mec.ca/en/product/6017-433/cloudburst-shoe-covers?gclid=Cj0KCQjw_r6hBhDdARIsAMIDhV9epVcaHkfMDlGZXm2ASj4y6tSaKHbA9MhXB9Gkre7HaanONCQ-fisaAoUKEALw_wcB&colour=BlackMuch Off Sealant Tubeless Sealant: us.muc-off.com/products/tubeless-sealantDynaplug Tire Repair Plugs: http://www.dynaplug.com***FREE BIKE TOUR NUTRITION GUIDE***Want to feel and ride your best on your next cycle tour? Grab my 5 nutrition tips for bike touring as well as 2 adaptable recipes in this FREE e-book:https://mailchi.mp/5efdca9e20ae/bike-tour-nutrition-guideCHAPTERS0:00 My European bike tour gear list: Then and Now1:19 Better bike touring bags to spread out the weight2:30 Upgrading to a lightweight bikepacking tent3:25 Cycling rain protection: Showers Pass Ecolyte Elite jacket4:42 A better way to brew coffee on a bike tour5:38 Warm and dry feet bike touring7:01 Reducing flats by going tubelessWEBSITEsheelaghdaly.comINSTAGRAMinstagram.com/sheelagh.dalyMusic by Epidemic Sound: epidemicsound.com
Bike Touring & Bikepacking Gear I Can NOT Live Without! Sheelagh Daly 2023-03-31 | There are some bikepacking gear items I just can't imagine being without! From my favourite handlebar bag, to the comfiest cycling shorts, to biodegradeable shampoo... these are the 5 bike touring gear items I swear by.VIDEOS MENTIONEDFavourite waterproof bike touring gear: youtu.be/ClG9AtFd1lkComplete gear list for my European bike tour: youtu.be/TaYPJDfPV-oLINKS TO PRODUCTSOrtlieb Ultimate 6 Classic: ortlieb.ca/products/ultimate-six-classicOrtlieb Ultimate 6 Plus: ortlieb.ca/collections/handlebar-bags/products/ultimate-six-plusWomen's Sugoi Evolution Shorts: sugoi.com/en_ca/women-s-evolution-shorts-u382000fMen's Sugoi Evolution Shorts: sugoi.com/en_ca/evolution-shorts-u382000mBridgedale waterproof socks (I use the Lightweight Stormsock): bridgedale.comCarina Organics Shampoo & Body Wash: amzn.to/40Lyg5DUnder Armour Pure Stretch Hipster: amzn.to/3JYkWmXUnder Armour Men's 6" Boxer Jock (can't speak to experience with this one personally, just wanted to provide an option for the gentlemen!): underarmour.ca/en-ca/p/underwear/mens_ua_tech_6_boxerjock/1332663.html?dwvar_1332663_color=638&start=0&breadCrumbLast=Underwear**Please note, some of the above links are affiliate links. When you purchase a product from an affiliate link, I get a small percentage. I only link to products I genuinely love and believe in. Your support helps me to continue running this channel - thank you!CHAPTERS0:00 Introducing 5 Pieces of bikepacking gear I cannot live without0:27 My favourite bike touring handlebar bag1:39 The best cycling shorts3:10 The magic of waterproof socks3:45 Biodegradable shampoo & body wash4:35 Why seamless underwear is crucial6:05 Your thoughts? & BLOOPERS!***FREE BIKE TOUR NUTRITION GUIDE***Want to feel and ride your best on your next cycle tour? Grab my 5 nutrition tips for bike touring as well as 2 adaptable recipes in this FREE e-book:https://mailchi.mp/5efdca9e20ae/bike-tour-nutrition-guideWEBSITEsheelaghdaly.comINSTAGRAMinstagram.com/sheelagh.dalyMusic by Epidemic Sound: epidemicsound.com
Travel Communication Hacks (& Google Translate Tutorial) Sheelagh Daly 2023-03-24 | Planning to travel to a new place where you don't speak the language? These 4 tips, including a Google Translate App tutorial, will help you communicate and connect with new people wherever you go.JOIN ME ON PATREONpatreon.com/sheelaghdaly***FREE BIKE TOUR NUTRITION GUIDE***Want to feel and ride your best on your next cycle tour? Grab my 5 nutrition tips for bike touring as well as 2 adaptable recipes in this FREE e-book:https://mailchi.mp/5efdca9e20ae/bike-tour-nutrition-guideCHAPTERS0:00 4 Tips to communicate when travelling0:30 How to use Google Translate App3:31 My favourite way to communicate abroad4:08 Solution for situations where I don't speak the language4:41 Some words for traveling in a foreign countryWEBSITEsheelaghdaly.comINSTAGRAMinstagram.com/sheelagh.dalyMusic by Epidemic Sound: epidemicsound.com
4 Things Ill NEVER pack for a BIKE TOUR again Sheelagh Daly 2023-03-17 | Over the last few years of travelling by bicycle, I've weeded out the bikepacking gear that just doesn't work for me. In this video I share 4 pieces of bike touring gear I would never pack again. What about you? Let me know if there's any gear you're done with in the comments!FULL BIKE TOUR PACKING LISTAlthough some things have changed, a still refer to my European bike tour packing list before each tour, and find it to be the perfect starting point. You can check out everything I packed to cycle across Europe here:youtu.be/TaYPJDfPV-o***FREE BIKE TOUR NUTRITION GUIDE***Want to feel and ride your best on your next cycle tour? Grab my 5 nutrition tips for bike touring as well as 2 adaptable recipes in this FREE e-book:https://mailchi.mp/5efdca9e20ae/bike-tour-nutrition-guideCHAPTERS0:00 The bikepacking gear I'll never bring again0:21 Why I don't ride clipless anymore2:37 Battery-powered electronics for bike touring?3:31 Too many groceries for bikepacking4:35 Broken bottle cage frustrationsWEBSITEsheelaghdaly.comINSTAGRAMinstagram.com/sheelagh.dalyMusic by Epidemic Sound: epidemicsound.com
Bikepacking Turkey: The Full Adventure Sheelagh Daly 2023-03-10 | Bikepacking Turkey has been one of my favourite bicycle adventures so far. Türkiye is filled with beautiful landscapes, welcoming people and quiet back roads. This video will take you on our complete journey from landing in Kayseri, along the beauty of Cappadocia, through the challenges of bikepacking the Taurus Mountains, and finishing off on the coast in Antalya.Turkey was truly such a special place. If you are interested in and able to support those affected by the Turkey-Syria earthquake, I made a donation to idrf.ca (a Canadian charity) and this list of ways to help was compiled by the NYT: nytimes.com/2023/02/06/world/europe/helping-earthquake-victims-turkey-syria.htmlRESOURCES MENTIONEDRyan Wilson's route on The Radavist: theradavist.com/the-taurus-mountain-traverse-an-unexpected-introduction-to-turkeyWarmshowers: warmshowers.org***FREE BIKE TOUR NUTRITION GUIDE***Want to feel and ride your best on your next cycle tour? Grab my 5 nutrition tips for bike touring as well as 2 adaptable recipes in this FREE e-book:https://mailchi.mp/5efdca9e20ae/bike-tour-nutrition-guideCHAPTERS0:00 Flying to Kayseri to start our Turkey Bike Tour9:38 Hidden gems cycling in Cappadocia19:44 Turkish hospitality in central Türkiye32:53 Bikepacking route through the Taurus Mountains51:30 Our hardest days bikepacking the Taurus Mountains1:09:37 Finding quiet bike routes along the coast1:20:42 Cycling through the mountains to AntalyaWEBSITEsheelaghdaly.comINSTAGRAMinstagram.com/sheelagh.dalyMusic by Epidemic Sound: epidemicsound.com
New to Cycling? WATCH THIS. Sheelagh Daly 2023-03-03 | Understanding bikes can feel pretty daunting when you're new to cycling. It certainly did for me. But you have to start somewhere! In this video I share 7 things I didn't know about bikes until well into cycling. My hope is that I might help you learn something a little faster than I did, or at least not feel so alone. Understanding my bike better helped me really lean into the freedom and joy of being on two wheels. I hope it does for you too!JOIN ME ON PATREONGet exclusive access to behind-the-scenes videos, photos, updates, Q&As and more!patreon.com/sheelaghdaly***FREE BIKE TOUR NUTRITION GUIDE***Want to feel and ride your best on your next cycle tour? Grab my 5 nutrition tips for bike touring as well as 2 adaptable recipes in this FREE e-book:https://mailchi.mp/5efdca9e20ae/bike-tour-nutrition-guideCHAPTERS0:00 What I didn't about bikes and cycling1:18 Basic bike maintenance I didn't know2:06 Tire health matters2:40 Choosing a good tire3:34 How to fix a flat4:43 Use tire pressures to your advantage5:33 I broke my rack!6:30 Fenders are your friends7:16 Get more cycling tips!WEBSITEsheelaghdaly.comINSTAGRAMinstagram.com/sheelagh.dalyMusic by Epidemic Sound: epidemicsound.com
First Time Bikepacking! (Ontarios GNR route) Sheelagh Daly 2023-02-24 | Although I've done a fair bit of bike touring over the last few years, I had very little experience with single track or technical routes. So my partner, Michael, and I decided to try out bikepacking for the first time. We kept our touring setups as light as possible and hit the trails of the Grand Nith Ramble (GNR) route in Ontario. What was it like bikepacking for the first time? Let's find out!JOIN ME ON PATREON!patreon.com/sheelaghdaly***FREE BIKE TOUR NUTRITION GUIDE***Want to feel and ride your best on your next cycle tour? Grab my 5 nutrition tips for bike touring as well as 2 adaptable recipes in this FREE e-book:https://mailchi.mp/5efdca9e20ae/bike-tour-nutrition-guideWEBSITEsheelaghdaly.comINSTAGRAMinstagram.com/sheelagh.dalyMusic by Epidemic Sound: epidemicsound.com
We turned our MESSY den into a BIKE TOUR storage room! Sheelagh Daly 2023-02-17 | Most of our worldly possessions relate to bike touring... so we decided to turn our messy den into a bike tour storage room. Can we fit four bikes and ALL our bicycle travel gear into a teeny, tiny space? Let's find out!***FREE BIKE TOUR NUTRITION GUIDE***Want to feel and ride your best on your next cycle tour? Grab my 5 nutrition tips for bike touring as well as 2 adaptable recipes in this FREE e-book:https://mailchi.mp/5efdca9e20ae/bike-tour-nutrition-guideCHAPTERS0:00 We're creating a bike tour storage room!0:36 Clearing out our messy den0:55 Light installation & puppy walks1:34 Organizing our bike touring gear3:21 Hanging bike racks3:49 Trouble fitting 4 bikes in a small space!4:12 Our bike room is coming together!WEBSITEsheelaghdaly.comINSTAGRAMinstagram.com/sheelagh.dalyMusic from Epidemic Sound: epidemicsound.com
What I wish I knew BEFORE switching to BUTTERFLY BARS Sheelagh Daly 2023-02-10 | In this video I review the pros and cons of butterfly bars/trekking handlebars. I switched to butterfly bars a year and a half ago in order to address wrist pain I was dealing with on drop bars. They have made a huge difference for me, but I also learned some unfortunate lessons along the way. I hope this video helps you determine if butterfly/trekking bars might be the right change for you too.***FREE BIKE TOUR NUTRITION GUIDE***Want to feel and ride your best on your next cycle tour? Grab my 5 nutrition tips for bike touring as well as 2 adaptable recipes in this FREE e-book:https://mailchi.mp/5efdca9e20ae/bike-tour-nutrition-guideCHAPTERS0:00 Introduction to the pros and cons of butterfly/trekking bars0:26 How butterfly bars reduced my wrist pain1:09 Is there space for gadgets?1:50 How customizable are trekking bars?2:25 Is switching to butterfly bars expensive?2:59 Are trekking bars aerodynamic?3:28 How to switch to butterfly barsWEBSITEsheelaghdaly.comINSTAGRAMinstagram.com/sheelagh.dalyMusic from Epidemic Sound: epidemicsound.com
What I wish I knew BEFORE Bike Touring VIETNAM Sheelagh Daly 2023-02-03 | In this video I share 5 things I wish I had known before I set off to bike tour Vietnam. In my 3 weeks there, I learned a lot about how to deal with the traffic and honking while cycling in Vietnam, as well as what gear was most helpful.CHAPTERS0:00 First time in Vietnam0:42 Traffic while cycling in Vietnam2:49 Dealing with honking3:52 Picking a tire for the road conditions4:52 Fenders are your friends6:48 Why I loved bike touring in Vietnam***FREE BIKE TOUR NUTRITION GUIDE***Want to feel and ride your best on your next cycle tour? Grab my 5 nutrition tips for bike touring as well as 2 adaptable recipes in this FREE e-book:https://mailchi.mp/5efdca9e20ae/bike-tour-nutrition-guideWEBSITEsheelaghdaly.comINSTAGRAMinstagram.com/sheelagh.dalyMusic from Epidemic Sound: epidemicsound.com
What I wish I knew BEFORE Bike Touring TURKEY Sheelagh Daly 2023-01-20 | In this video I share four things I wish I had known before my month-long bike tour in Turkey. You can find a link to the rest of the Bike Touring Turkey series below.BIKE TOURING TURKEY SERIESyoutube.com/playlist?list=PLpsYDfxz3CWLILnQrEWOzD9CpE6KBwNd4***FREE BIKE TOUR NUTRITION GUIDE***Want to feel and ride your best on your next cycle tour? Grab my 5 nutrition tips for bike touring as well as 2 adaptable recipes in this FREE e-book:https://mailchi.mp/5efdca9e20ae/bike-tour-nutrition-guideWEBSITEsheelaghdaly.comINSTAGRAMinstagram.com/sheelagh.dalyMusic from Epidemic Sound: epidemicsound.com
Through the Mountains to Antalya | Bike Touring Turkey Ep. 7 Sheelagh Daly 2023-01-14 | In the final episode of the Bike Touring Turkey series, we return to the mountains once more. This time we're treated to sunny roads, beautiful mountain views and puppy companions.But when you're wild camping, there's also bound to be hiccups along the way. A lack of suitable spots, mysterious "bear" poop, and malfunctioning camping gas, are just some of the challenges that test us in our final days.WATCH THE REST OF THE SERIESyoutube.com/playlist?list=PLpsYDfxz3CWLILnQrEWOzD9CpE6KBwNd4***FREE BIKE TOUR NUTRITION GUIDE***Want to feel and ride your best on your next cycle tour? Grab my 5 nutrition tips for bike touring as well as 2 adaptable recipes in this FREE e-book:https://mailchi.mp/5efdca9e20ae/bike-tour-nutrition-guideWEBSITEsheelaghdaly.comINSTAGRAMinstagram.com/sheelagh.dalyMusic from Epidemic Sound: epidemicsound.com
Hospital Stay in Thailand + Channel Update Sheelagh Daly 2023-01-06 | While working on a bike tour throughout Southeast Asia, I required medical attention in Thailand. In this video I share that experience as well as an update on this channel.***FREE BIKE TOUR NUTRITION GUIDE***Want to feel and ride your best on your next cycle tour? Grab my 5 nutrition tips for bike touring as well as 2 adaptable recipes in this FREE e-book:https://mailchi.mp/5efdca9e20ae/bike-tour-nutrition-guideWEBSITEsheelaghdaly.comINSTAGRAMinstagram.com/sheelagh.daly
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Avoiding Busy Roads Along the Coast | Bike Touring Turkey Ep. 6 Sheelagh Daly 2022-10-07 | After a week bike touring in the mountains, we're excited to spend a few days cycling in the warmth of Turkey's Mediterranean Coast. Unfortunately, the coast brings its own set of challenges — cars, traffic and busy roads. We spend these few days from Alanya to Antalya and further west on the hunt for quiet routes. We explore part of the Lycian Way, the ancient city of Olympos, and much more.RESOURCES MENTIONEDBike Touring Turkey Episode 5 - Hardest Days in the Taurus Mountains: youtu.be/w__HPJpKs_8Warmshowers: warmshowers.org***FREE BIKE TOUR NUTRITION GUIDE***Want to feel and ride your best on your next cycle tour? Grab my 5 nutrition tips for bike touring as well as 2 adaptable recipes in this FREE e-book:https://mailchi.mp/5efdca9e20ae/bike-tour-nutrition-guideWEBSITEsheelaghdaly.comINSTAGRAMinstagram.com/sheelagh.dalyMusic from Epidemic Sound: epidemicsound.com
