My Bike Setup For Riding Across the USA

thanks Garmin for sponsoring this video and making our trip a little bit easier! Comment below for a chance to win an Edge 1040.

The following companies (that you'll see in my content) support me either financially or with free stuff, so huge thanks to these guys for helping the channel thrive:
Attacus Cycling,
SCOTT,
MET Helmets,
Shimano,
fidlock,
Hutchinson Tyres
Sungod
Tailfin
GT85
Garmin
Parcours Wheels

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Thanks and be careful!
Francis

[skFriberg]

The last year I've lost 30 kilos and just recently bought a Scott Speedster to start cycling. It can be a struggle as a type 1 diabetic for obvious reasons but with an Edge 1040 I would be able to see my blood sugar level at all time whilst riding. Of course I'd have to get the Varia Radar too!

[Jackcostello]

I’m a 68 yr old American man that’s been following your channel for several years now. Life long biker. Bought a new road bike 2 years back. I had an accident last year that fractured my hip. After surgery I was back on bike in 7 weeks. Your videos are inspirational and have helped me continue riding even when I wasn’t feeling up to it. This trip is a perfect example of that. Good job by both you guys. There are parts of this trip that will try you. I have no doubt you guys will succeed. I have used my phone and a simple bike computer up until now. I want to get one of those Garmin radar sensors after my last crash. I need a Garmin computer. Please add my name to drawing. I’ll be following you guys across America. Bless you for helping kids with your charity!

[syiqayd]

My brother and I picked up cycling middle of this year. I decided to go with a gravel bike and he a road bike. We cycle everyday now. Around the area and around our city. Subbing to your channel a few months ago and seeing your trip has given us motivation to go for longer rides. Currently we just use our phones and smart watches to track our whereabouts. A Garmin comp would be invaluable to the longer trips we plan on taking.

Hope you and Justin have a good trip across America!

[ralphtotton]

I am thrilled with the video you are posting. What I have been seeing gives me great pleasure, and a deep respect for both of you! I am a 75 year old cyclist who sometimes can’t remember how I got where I am, or how to get back where I was.😂 I think that the Garmin 1040 might be of great assistance. Thanks to you both, RDT

[ppwhit]

Hubby introduced me to your videos when we first started dating back in 2017. Love watching your trips, getting insights into cycling, & seeing you successfully navigate in your interests. For this trip I've been sharing your videos w/cycling
peeps south of us hoping they may see you two & continue to share great roads & hospitality.
Safe travels & keep the videos coming. Thank you!

[markbarnard]

Yes lads. It’s not about the winning it about the taking part and the journey. I’m am so proud of you both, have donated to to the cause. If I even have a small chance of winning then that’s amazing but I’d rather you guys keep offering and uploading these inspirational videos to keep us all motivated. Well done you

[ddrake]

Honestly just found your videos today, at 46 yrs old and about 270lbs. I purchased a Trek FX3 to take control of my life and I find your videos inspiring and motivating, thank you. I’m currently saving up for a garmin computer ;)

[KidFury]

I am a firmly heterosexual male, and even I can't get enough of Justin's deep bass voice. That guy should do a podcast for sure!

[michaelanderson]

I have been watching your videos for about 3 years, but these have been especially inspiring. I am 65 years old and started riding about three years ago. Your videos helped me get out of newby status as well as helped with equipment purchases. My case for the Garmin 1040 is simply I can't see the data screens I need to see on my Garmin 530 as easily as I used to. But the guy who needs it to monitor his blood sugar is someone I would vote for to get the 1040. Thank you for the help you have given me.

[pascal.]

Loving this series so far, basically waiting for the upload every day. I’m from Europe and planning a bike trip across the US next year myself, which is why the 1040 would be a huge improvement to our riding experience. Good luck for the rest of your ride!

[EnjoiPandaCow]

I recently moved from Ireland to London about a year ago. A week after moving both of my bikes were stolen. So after 9 months or so of falling out of love with the idea of cycling, I recently bought a cheap bike and I'm getting back into it. Navigating around had been a real struggle especially in the rain. The 1040 would really help me out trying to figure my way around here and save my phone from getting soaked over the winter months. Can't wait to see how the rest of the trip goes. 😀

[grtytu]

Loved the channel before, but this series is making me want to get out and ride every day. Binge-watched from day 1-6 last night and was grinning seeing you experience some "southern hospitality". I'm out in Hawaii (some of the worst roads in America), so some direction through the backroads would be pretty nice. Hoping to be able to make the around the island trip at some point and a Garmin is going to be a necessity! Keep at it gents.

[ob-]

Just bloody good human beings you guys. Faith in humanity a little bit restored watching you both churn through the mikes for the cause. Keep at it!

[sazridesbikes]

It’s humbling to see you both doing this for such a fantastic cause. Please stay safe, both of you. What an amazing set up you have there too. Forza, gentlemen!! 😊. And it’d be lovely to receive the Garmin too. Thank you for the opportunity!

[niclubbers]

I've been biking for about 7 years in my adult life and while I liked the idea of a bike computer, I never thought it was that necessary since I have a smartphone. Then I went on my first bikepacking trip a couple months ago and quickly learned how short a smartphone lasts tracking a ride. Within about 2 hours I had to charge it, and probably charged it 2-3 times in the little over 7 hours of riding on the first day. I loved bikepacking and have no plans of stopping, the battery life on that Garmin would be amazing to have!

I'm really enjoying watching these videos of your trip across America. It's good to see the kind and generous people you're meeting along the way, something we need to see more of in the US. I know it's not why your doing this, but you're helping offset some of the negative news here so thank you. I hope you keep having to raise your target!

[CuisineQuest]

You are a true cycling guru my friend, although it all sounds like rocket surgery to me🤯 Add "honorary Eagle Scout" to the CV for your "Be Prepared"-edness. Save the Garmin for a more qualified adventurer as I navigate by the stars, following the whisps of cigar smoke on the trade winds...

[meesterDave]

I’ve been thinking about a new head-unit for a while now. Was looking at used ones (because financially it’s not the best time for me). But every time I change my mind right before I contact the seller. I went on my first bikepacking trip last summer and really got the hang of it. A solar device would come in really handy during future trips ofcourse!

[lloydranola]

This has been an amazing series thus far. Thanks for sharing and making the time to film and edit these videos every day! And yes I’d love that Garmin 1040 solar… because as you say: it’s the future.

[stevelendzion]

I'm 66 years old and riding from Sacramento to San Diego next summer in 8 days... I recently crashed but I'm back riding and the Garmin would be a major asset for me on this particular ride. Love what you're both doing on this ride! Safe travels!