I tried cycling for *ANOTHER* 30 days

Cyclists featured in this video:
- @gcn

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MY GEAR

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[collinellis]

Glad you're taking the negative comments in stride. Cyclists have a way of gate-keeping the sport, claiming there is a right and wrong way to do it. The fact of the matter is you're out on a bike and having fun, the comments should be helpful and encouraging.

[michaelkalus]

Once you start you can't stop.

I have a t-shirt saying: "Bicycles give you the freedom cars promise you.".

[cutenekko]

Fellow Canadian cyclist here: Air Canada charges only $50 to bring your bike on flights. I've flown to & cycled in Maui, Adelaide, Thailand...cycling is limitless! Keep pedaling 😊

[makerofwhatever]

Clipless shoes and a saddle that fits you are a GAME CHANGER!!! For whatever reason I got emotional when you showed up wearing shoes at the end of the video, it is so fulfilling when you find a hobby that brings you joy! Keep up your love for cycling and don't let the gatekeepers spoil it.

[Illyriamars]

As someone who has been interested in cycling for a while but too intimidated by the costly gear and gatekeeper-y attitude, I appreciate this video series so much!! There is a cycling club in my neighborhood that I want to join but I bought the wrong bike (a cruiser, I live in a hilly city, I'm truly so dumb but I panicked) and kind of gave up on that dream. I'm otherwise very active and fit, so the fact that I was so defeated by a poor bike purchase really shook my confidence. This is inspiring me to sell that cruiser and take myself to a bike shop to get started.

[northpole]

I love that she is doing the biking very seriously. As a biker myself i really like her way of doing things.

[anderskjems]

I highly recommend that you practice changing tubes in your basement before it happens on the road (in the rain, with cold fingers) then you can go grab a coffee midway or find extra tools and whatever. And test both front and backwheel. thanks for some great videos

[anthonyantoniou]

"thought it would take 10 minutes but it took an hour and a half". Welcome to the world of bike maintenance! 😂

[wynona]

Omg omg YES! PLEASE do MORE cycling videos!!!

[jellybeans]

This is how it starts! Welcome to the cycling community 🎉

[ducatistadev]

As a female road cyclist, I know how hard it can be with all the opinions around you! You’re doing amazing and I love to see this journey ❤

[printerror]

First off, so super mega proud of you! Getting into this sport is daunting for a first-timer, and you're throwing everything you've got at it. You WILL succeed! Avid ultra-distance gravel/MTB bikepacking junkie here to cheer you on and always happy to help. A few little tips, if you don't mind...

Nutrition: Bring food you want to eat, not food people tell you to eat. Try out different bars (Bobo, Clif, Fig Bars, etc), bring ones you like. Gas station resupplies are the bomb, and Snickers bars are the food of the gods for ultra-distance. I also thrive off PB&J's, bean burritos, and other easily packable "real foods" vs. processed bars and junk.

Hydration: Try a few of the hydration/electrolyte boosters out there. I'm personally a huge Nuun fan, but there are countless options these days.

Clipless: Loosen the pedals all the way (there's an adjustment screw). Hold onto a wall indoors and practice clipping and unclipping until it feels natural. Be prepared to fall on your first ride, it happens to all of us. Practice "panic unclipping", trust me on that one. Once you're very comfortable, you can start snugging up that adjustment screw until it feels right. There's no science, this one's by feel.

Bike fit: It's not a one-stop journey, keep in touch with the fitter, stop in one or two more times with comments on how you feel. Once the baseline is set, tiny tweaks will make a huge difference.

Camping: If you're not an avid camper, setup/teardown all of your gear at home a few times to familiarize with it. Same with packing/unpacking. You don't want to get on trail and realize you have no clue how to use your new tent!

And the most important advice of all: HAVE FUN. Don't forget to stop and smell the roses! Enjoy the journey, embrace the challenges, and keep up that amazing attitude towards it. YOU GOT THIS!!!

[robertasblaudziunas]

As for someone who bought their 1st gravel bike like 3 weeks ago im really liking your biking videos. Keep them comming.

[hiperlatywa]

When I went on my first 100km ride, I downloaded a few guide videos from YouTube about how to change the tube in both wheels. They are still there but luckily - they are still waiting! ♥️

[sethm]

I appreciate that this channel is all about trying to be better and try things. that's doing life right

[radhikam]

I’m going through horrible depression and struggle to get by. However, your videos make me feel so much better. Your smile helps me turn my frown upside down. Thank you for you and your videos ❤

[a.lackmann]

☀️ I missed how you liked the great landscape and the feeling of freedom. Just watching the video made me happy. Cycling is so much FUN! 🤯

[johncopas]

What a fun video to watch. You have the best personality! Great work!

[Spanderson]

The gulf islands are made for biking! Enjoy!

[ABThompson-pw]

A) This video displays your usual good sense, humor, and self deprecation. And B) As I watch it again, I note that your subscriber nos. are rapidly approaching 100, 000. I only discovered you a couple of months ago (when you had like 70, 000). Here’s a pre-congratulation because I’m sure you’re going to get there in the next few days. Well done, ME. You go girl🎉!