The Way of the Roses... on a Brompton

We challenged two friends to bike-pack the iconic Way of the Roses ride, on Bromptons!

From coast-to-coast in northern England spanning 170 miles with a backdrop of stunning natural beauty. An unforgettable adventure was guaranteed, but it was never going to be plain sailing.

See how they got on…

#Brompton #WayoftheRoses #BikePacking

[Cycling]

Interesting set up. I rode and filmed this route a couple of months prior. Beautiful and brutal even without 16” wheels 😂

[pawel]

What a wonderful video, the only issue that is doesn't help my Brompton fever, it only makes me want one more.

[pootlingalong]

I did this ride in August on my Brompton, camping along the way. It took me 6 days as I’m not a proper cyclist - hills have to be walked! It’s a lovely ride, you’ll get a good workout 🤗

[suyodhanavellanki]

Heartiest congratulations 🎉
Could you please share links for the gear and accessories. Thanks in advance

[GreatBharatlaltu]

I'm inspired to you and your journey ❤

[edenbreckhouse]

I did this route a few weeks back. I did the section to Settle via the Trough of Bowland (having done Morecambe to Settle on my Brompton a few months back). First two days on a laden mountainbike were brutal but I enjoyed it. It was my first multi day bike ride at the age of 59. I also fancy the Trans Pennine Trail.

[stephenschuit]

Nicely done! Great filming gentlemen. I am a Brompton rider from Maine in the USA. I travel around the world teaching English and always bring my Brompton with me: South Korea, China, Hungary, Mexico and soon, Latvia--which, I hear has great, almost entirely flat biking. Cheers!

[SwedishSonna]

Brilliant job. I did the C2C on a Brompton from Whitehaven to Tynemouth. Hard work, but a lot of fun.

[johnlaw]

Brilliant vlog guys brought back lots of great memories of my Brompton ride on “The way of the Roses” Many thanks for sharing.

[davebaker]

I have a couple of Bromptons - when repairing punctures I just fold the back wheel under so it rests on the rear rack and easy to remove either wheel without turning the whole bike upside down- much more stable like that too
Nice trip but too many hills for me 😱😊

[davidchan]

Greetings from David, Malaysia.Great ride, great bikes, great set up especially the rear rack and Pinnacle Panniers.Wonderful tour! Well done! Sadly, I do not have the financial strength to own a Brompton as it is VERY expensive over here.Instead, I could only afford a reasonable good clone in the form of the 3 Sixty, 6-speeds at 1/3 the price. Please do share more rides! All the best!

[dudleyarnold]

Good one. Did it on the electric assist bike in July. Plan to do the opposite direction B to M next year with the BrommTi.

[Ricky-dqcm]

I ordered my first Brompton. The Bear Grylls edition. Can't wait to join the Fold. But wauw full bike tours on such a small bike I am so impressed. Great video gents !

[franciscosantana]

Amazing video. I really enjoyed the sceneries. You made fixing a flat look so cool. Sorry about the wasp or bee sting... ouch!

[tristamrossin]

I have a pro Trek Gravel bike, perfect in every way for a trip like this. But nothing puts a smile on my face like my Brompton. Well done guys, great ride and no easy feat!

[KL]

Oh boy.. you should know your bike before you go on a tour with it... and bring the right tools. Anyway.. Cool trip!

[frankfährtRad]

wunderschöne Aufnahmen und tolle Eindrücke

[robpage]

I think I got off the train with my bike at the same time as you chaps at Lancaster. I asked you if you got many punctures on the Bromptons. I should have, kept my gob shut.. Well done guys.

[정영-ik]

Great journey!! Could I have the name of brand of pannier bag? Thank you !

[Tfriese]

Thanks for this beautiful inspiration. I love your trip. I have a brompton myself and I’m planning a tour a long the Baltic Sea next next. Can you tell me the manufacturer of your bicycle bags for the luggage carrier. Thanks so much