i love how you just fly your drone wherever you want to get the shot. Far too many people allow themselves to be restricted by the arbiters of control. Hovering over the bridge deck was awesome..

@FlyscoutRyder

Жыл бұрын

It was a blast to record the content. I was looking forward to that moment since before I even started the tour. Fun stuff! Thanks for watching and reaching out.

I know you’re working hard, but your videos always mellow me out. I think that’s a good thing though

@FlyscoutRyder

Жыл бұрын

That's a great compliment, Rick. Thank you. I'm trying to tell the story and I guess it is a lot more hectic out there but when I think back at it all it seems mellow as well. Thanks for watching.

After watching this i was looking back on season 2 USA tour. You've come a long way in your touring, to think you were riding back country roads to Barkcamp State Park to now riding over the Golden Gate Bridge. You've paid your dues and i feel this tour is a reward for you considering all the other states you rode thru in the past years that were less rewarding in comparison to this one. What a great series this has been.

@AdventureCyclist

Жыл бұрын

Barkcamp was just outside the remarkable Pittsburgh and a few episodes earlier was beautiful Niagara. I do get your correlation of back roads in the middle of nowhere, that no one ever heard of, to the iconic city of SF. Diego has gotten around this great country from unknown areas to Hollywood locations. 👍 Also, Barkcamp would be considered a"fly over" or drive by area but the beauty of bicycle touring is you get to see these places that one wouldn't have been exposed to.

@FlyscoutRyder

Жыл бұрын

This tour is definitely filled with amazing places and I hear what you are saying. With that said, I gotta say I miss all the states I have visited. There is something special about ridding thru them and experiencing their uniqueness. The next tour I am about to start will have plenty of diversity like the second one. It start in Georgia and ends in San Francisco zig zagging thru the south. Thanks for watching and reaching out.

@FlyscoutRyder

Жыл бұрын

Buck, you are so right on with your comment. It is the entire package that makes touring so incredibly fun and fulfilling. Even van life can't provide that level of experience. It's the speed of bike travel that takes you to the heart and soul of all these places. It's the riding thru neighborhoods, towns, forests, parks and every other possible road that makes me keep wanting more.

You made it to San Francisco. Nice! Your rides are giving me nostalgia to get back on Pacific Coast Highway, hopefully next year. It's been two years since I rode there.

@FlyscoutRyder

Жыл бұрын

Hi Thomas. I hope you get back there someday. It truly is a special route. I'm editing Big Sur now and once again I am blown away but the scenery. Thanks for watching.

So, Diego, I always see you humping your bicycle, up hill and down hill. I know you camp in camp grounds, stay at Warm Showers sometimes, stay in motels at times. I live in the States, too in the Midwest. I make short tours because I don’t have time for long tours. I’ve watched a lot of your videos- you’re inspirational. One thing, I’d like you to show us your bicycle and tell us what you like about it. I’d like to see your tent and your cooking kit. I’d like to know what you carry in your panniers, what touring equipment you like to carry, you know, tools you carry for repairs, etc. That would help me, learn from a pro like yourself.

@FlyscoutRyder

4 ай бұрын

Hi Daniel. I do need to do a video of what I carry. I haven't yet because I am so short on time and have been for these last four years. It's a struggle to keep up with the editing of the tours, work on the water like I do for six months and find the time to do my tours. One thing I won't do is sacrifice my time on the water or on my bike. I will try do what you ask. For now, I have listed all my camping gear and every single components I used to build my bike. They are in every description box of these episodes. The only thing missing would be the tools and repair items I carry. I will have to comprise this list to share there as well. It's really not much. I keep it all super tight. One thing I tell everyone is that once you are on the road you are constantly thinking about what you don't need to be carrying and you find this things that you must such as an extra shifter cable and a set of break pads. Thank you for asking though and I will work on a video like that once I get the time. For now I need to focus on this season so I can make time for my next tour, can't wait.

Great camera work, Diego! I've been to Fort Ross about 30 years ago! May God protect you on the road!

@FlyscoutRyder

13 сағат бұрын

Thanks, man. Appreciate your encouragement.

Very cool drone footage on the bridge. I've never been over that bridge before, but now I have. Thanks for sharing Diego...👍👍👍

@FlyscoutRyder

Жыл бұрын

Welcome. It was fun to record and tell the story.

The quality of how you filmed this video is only surpassed by the beauty of what you filmed. Simply amazing. If only we can see the 10 people that secretly set up cameras around you for the ride-bys and especially the cam work on the bridge. My aunt lives in Lagunatis on Sir Francis Drake and I recognized some of those areas. Pretty cool. The beach coastal atmosphere there is really something. The "I made some friends" and then cut to the seagulls. Total dad joke. LOL. Going to SF would be a great place to end a tour but it is not over yet! It seriously is an insane route offering some much diversity from woods and rustic to beach coastal to the metropolises, rural towns, and more. I had my wife watch part of the video while I showed pictures of us there 18 years ago looking at the same things. How things change and other things are still the same. I watched it 3 times and I saw something new in SF each time. Really a beautiful touristy city.

@FlyscoutRyder

Жыл бұрын

LOL, dad jokes is where it's at. Those feathered friends are at times all you have to chat with. I believe they listen plenty. Very cool about your aunt living in Lagunitas and you recognizing the roads along Sir Francis Drake. This route is so diverse like you are saying. The next stretch to Los Angeles thru Big Sur is absolutely crazy beautiful. The tour sort of takes a bite of a turn with serious obstacles I had to deal with but I'll wait to finish the episode and let you watch for yourself. Challenge > Rewards. San Francisco is a blast to visit. I could have stayed a lot longer but the road was calling me as well. Working on the next one today and hoping to upload it sooner than the rest. One more week of work and I'll have some free time to edit and build the new ride. Thanks for watching and reaching out as always.

All those camera angles over the golden gate bridge just top-notch videos thank you again, epic trip. Did a short bike trip in sanfransico before, hills no joke.

@FlyscoutRyder

Жыл бұрын

Yeah, no joke hilly but I did notice that they created bike lane infrastructure in a way that avoids the steepest hills. Thank you for watching.

The scenery on that highway is beautiful, but the cycling conditions look terrifying. You are a brave dude.

@FlyscoutRyder

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching. This tour is a bit hectic with more than usual traffic but once you get used to it all it is pretty smooth going for the most part. Lots of folks do this route and it's unlikely to get in any trouble. Take care

I fell in love with San Francisco from your video alone. Beautiful

@FlyscoutRyder

Жыл бұрын

Nice! Great comment, thank you for taking the time to watch it.

It is now some 7 years ago that I cycled the California coast for 5 weeks. Also this stretch. Now it is a rainy cold November here in Switzerland for weeks and this brings sunny cycling feelings back. California dreaming.

@FlyscoutRyder

8 ай бұрын

California is so beautiful. I agree.

I toured north into SF in 1992. Just south of the city is Pigeon Point Lighthouse, a first World War army base. Is now a youth hostel. That's where I stayed the night before going through the city and across the Golden Gate. San Francisco city of my birth. I crossed the Golden Gate Bridge on my 40th birthday. That night I stayed at the international youth hostel which was located in Fisherman's Wharf. That was quite the experience seeing people from all around the globe. I enjoyed your video very much, and Adventures ❤!

@FlyscoutRyder

11 ай бұрын

Hi Walter. San Francisco is a great city to have been born in. I stayed in the Fisherman’s Wharf hostel as well. Great memories of this last tour. I hope you are adventuring yourself somehow. Thank you for watching and reaching out. All the best to you.

@waltersmithat70

11 ай бұрын

@@FlyscoutRyder so I now live in Portland Oregon and I am retired. But my new ebike has become my main transportation. From grocery shopping, to commuting into my part time job, and recreational riding and touring. I purchased a small cargo trailer to pull behind the bike. I turned in $800 ebike into a $2,800 be by upgrading it over the last two years and I put over 3,000 miles on the Hub motor. Still get lots of exercise with it but the motor helps out on this longer steeper inclined especially at the age of 70 and being slightly overweight.

Diego, 😅😊thanks for your wonderful way of capturing the amazing scenes as you travel. I can't say any part was better than another, but the crossing of the GG bridge was special. I waited somewhat patiently for this episode and was not disappointed😅❤.

@FlyscoutRyder

Жыл бұрын

Hi Verlin. I'm psyched you enjoyed this episode. I had a lot of fun putting it together. The next one is of Big Sur and multiple hurdles I had to contend with. Big Sur is so strikingly impressive. Thanks for watching and saying hello.

What a beautiful episode!! Every time I think the last one is the best, your newest ones are always even more epic!! This one had me teary eyed in alot of your scenes. Your laugh, your smile, your positive attitude and quiet demeanor is so relaxing to watch. Thank you again sooo much for pouring your heart and soul into all of this, you are amazing & sooo inspiring!!

@FlyscoutRyder

Жыл бұрын

Thank you, Bella. That is so sweet of you to say. It's so encouraging to know that you get what I go thru when out on the road. I only hope that I can continue to gather and create the content with your approval. All the best to you.

What a great couple of days. Some beautiful riding and what a great group of people to be with. Just had a day ride in the Adirondacks. Take care and thanks for the outstanding videos, Al

@FlyscoutRyder

Жыл бұрын

Hi Al. Adirondacks sounds fun. Good for you to be enjoying summertime. I'm a month from taking off on my next tour, can't wait. Thank you for watching the episode. Take care.

You had a great experience in SF, as did I 30 years ago, riding from Astoria along the same route...roughly. I'm really enjoying your solo travels.

@FlyscoutRyder

Жыл бұрын

Thank you. More on the way...

That Fort Ross looks cool from that vantage point.

@FlyscoutRyder

Жыл бұрын

I thought so too. It must be spacial to see the seasons pass by while living there.

I like Bodega Bay too😊 I was born in East Bay and spent my early years in San Jose . Loved this whole episode Diego! Just beautiful ❤

@FlyscoutRyder

Жыл бұрын

Tank you James. This one is special. There are other cities I've toured thru that have made for memorable times and footage. Check out Season 2's Pittsburgh episode. It carries a similar vibe. Take care and thank you for reaching out.

That was epic to watch. Love it.

@FlyscoutRyder

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much.

Love ur videos!! Other videos put climbing hills and winds in a negative way!! Not u!! U think of it as an opportunity!! Life is like riding a bike with it's ups and downs!! Pain is temporary, giving up is a lifetime!! Never give in, and never give up mentality!! Be safe out there with one petal at a time!!

@FlyscoutRyder

Жыл бұрын

Gotta keep on keeping on. I actually love climbing but in all reality how can you ever enjoy the downhills without earning the climbs. They are both as fun for me. So often I get this quizzical look form people when I tell them I look for the climbing routes. I guess it takes doing it to know. Thank you for watching my channel.

Great video! That drone shot on the Golden Gate was epic! Bravo.

@FlyscoutRyder

Жыл бұрын

Thank you, John. It was a lot of fun.

Beautiful ! My son is visiting from Seattle - introduced him to your wonderful Northwest bike tours. Cant wait for adventures on the way to LA !

@FlyscoutRyder

Жыл бұрын

Hello to your son and thank you for sharing the channel with him. I'm working on the next episode and it's got insane scenery thru Big Sur.

@shelleydiamond6468

Жыл бұрын

@@FlyscoutRyder I was hoping you’d be thru Big Sur - one of my favorite places on Earth !

We always enjoy watching your videos Diego. Such beautiful scenery yet challenging conditions on that narrow, winding road with all that traffic. Great drone shots of the bridge too😊

@FlyscoutRyder

Жыл бұрын

Hi Rob and Les. Just watched your latest Mexico video on your channel and I loved it. Please be careful and eat lots of tamales, my favorite.

@gogorobandles

Жыл бұрын

@@FlyscoutRyder ah yes tamales are delicious too!

Diego, awesome adventure, love it. I hope anyone who enjoyed this goes back and watches all your epic episodes (like the skinny dip go pro rescue or the Colorado blizzard). Just finished our cross Washington journey, it was awesome, video is in post production. Cheers, hope the fishing is good!

@FlyscoutRyder

Жыл бұрын

I look forward to watching your video of Washington. Let us know when it's ready. Fishing is almost done for this season, one more week. Then it's a month of editing the end of season 3, building the new bike and getting ready for the next tour and season 4. It should be a fun one as usual. Hopefully no more skinny dipping for GoPros but certainly more climbing into blizzards, lol. Cheers back to you. Hope you get out there for another tour this summer. Thanks for watching.

It was great to meet you today in hot springs!

@FlyscoutRyder

10 ай бұрын

Hi Suzette. Great to meet you and Ray as well. Please ride safe and thank you for reaching out.

Diego! I reached out to you I think when you posted the last day of the northwest tour. I mentioned to you I too was on a tour on KATY trail same time you were on yours. You then said you too share the KATY experience. I thought that was very cool. Now you've tour'd I think one of the most gorgeous routes. This one too we have in common because my girlfriend at the time (now wife of thirty years) after Sonoma wine day spent the night in Bodega Bay!! Then I started to remember all of the your touring and mine and how similar. St Louis to San Diego to for me. Did the Grand Canyon tour on way amongst others, Day tour from Suttons Bay to Northport MI. Definitely feeling like you and I would become great friends due to life experiences. Those are awesome bonds that I treasure and makes me feel good that we have same. One more thing, while you were on you SF trip in Nov I was chasing waterfowl with the best dog a man could ask for. The reason why I post this is because I saw a couple of your fishing videos and I know you too are a sportsman who respects the outdoors as I!! JP

@FlyscoutRyder

Жыл бұрын

Hi John. I remember you reaching out with the KATY comment. Very cool that you have toured the Pacific Coast as well. I agree with you about the bond we all share after having toured these places. It's so hard to describe to people who haven't done a tour by bike what the entire process gives you/us. It's enriching in the most positive way and that makes us as close to friends as posible without actually having met in person. Maybe someday that will change. I have spent my entire life in the outdoors for work and every other minute I have had to spare so we share that as well. Bird hunting with your best pal by your side is a top notch way to do so. Enjoy every moment to the fullest and I promise you that I will do so myself. Take care and thank you for reaching out with such a kind message.

Hey Diego, that was a great video! One of your best - great scenery, amazing drone footage and hard to believe it’s just you filming it all. Really feel like I was riding along with you, and learned a lot seeing all the places you visited. San Fran looked great. Looking forward to the next episode! 👍👌

@FlyscoutRyder

Жыл бұрын

Thank you, Christopher. I'm working on the next episode and thinking it will be tough to second this last one. Somehow they all tell a story, though. The next one has some difficult times I had to deal with and insane scenery of Big Sur.

Sir Francis Drake was the correct choice. Route 1 feels like a suicide ride. If you do come back I'd be glad to take you to the local rides. Especially in the next 6 weeks I'm on Sabbatical. So many great rides here.

@FlyscoutRyder

Ай бұрын

Thank you David. That is very kind of you. I would love to get to California this year and I am hoping to. If I can finish editing the last tour during the summer I plan on riding the Cascade and Sierra Ranges from Seattle to Mexico. We'll see. Hope you get plenty of miles done.

Welcome to the Bay Area.

@FlyscoutRyder

11 ай бұрын

Hi Paul. Thank you for the welcome but I am not in the Bay Area. Im actually in Georgia heading there with another three months before I arrive. Editing these episodes is a time staking process so the content creation lags the content gathering. This episode is from November of 2022. Thank you for watching and reaching out. Take care.

Hello. The channel is awesome. I am the guy who found your sd card at arches. Subscribed

@FlyscoutRyder

8 ай бұрын

You pulled the best “road angel” ever. Thanks, man. Im still in UT, what a place.

Really enjoyed your all too quick tour of S.F. Keep on pumping, young fellow.

@FlyscoutRyder

11 ай бұрын

Thanks, Daniel. I’m pumping the pedals plenty. Getting my butt kicked in Georgia gathering season 4 content. Should be fun to watch me get destroyed by these crazy steep hills of the Appalachians. They hurt. Be safe out there. Thanks for reaching out.

you should stop by (28 Barbary lane, San Francisco). the address where anna madrigal's fictional apartment building in the Tales of the City was written and filmed..

The west coast is beautiful, and SF is nuts, but enjoyed watching you ride through it. How long did you spend on the Golden Gate getting all those camera angles? Another fantastic episode.

@FlyscoutRyder

Жыл бұрын

It took me around an hour to get thru it but I also stopped plenty to take in the sights and live the moment. You are right about San Fran. It wasn't until I left6 southbound towards Big Sur that I saw its other side. Lots going on in that city but over all it's one cool place.

Every time I think I might like to ride the Pacific Coast trail I watch one of the tour videos and see all the struggles on the hills. Probably not going to happen for me but still fun to watch the adventure. I was really surprised to see your drone footage over the Golden Gate Bridge since it's been illegal to fly a drone near the bridge since 2014. Be careful with that stuff. The fines for getting caught flying in National parks and restricted airspace can be pretty hefty these days.

@FlyscoutRyder

Жыл бұрын

Hi Jeff. I watched several episodes of your channel. I like that you have both bike touring and woodworking content mixed in. Your message to the viewer at the end of your Erie Canal Trail tour was on point. The lathe ones are fun to watch. I'll be going back to watch more. The Pacific Coast Bike Route is very hilly with legitimate grades too. If you do decide to do it someday I would recommend making sure your drive train is spread out enough to deal with all the climbing. My cassette is 11-34 and crankset is 46/30t. About the drone footage, you are right I just didn't know. I guess ignorance took over and hopefully it will not be an issue. I am extremely considerate to laws and will be paying more attention going forwards. I appreciate you pointing it out, thank you. And thank you for watching the episode and reaching out.

Great cycling content,pictures,videos, and well presented, keep on keeping on.

@FlyscoutRyder

Жыл бұрын

Thank you, Jim.

Oh, I’d like to see your cooking kit. Do you just eat in restaurants or do you eat those dehydrated meals or do you buy food at supermarkets and cook it at camping areas. How do you handle the nutrition needs of a bicycle touring dude like yourself. This is important information that you could share with your viewers. Do you have an alcohol stove or canister stove? There is a lot more to touring than just turning the crank and pertaining of the view.

@FlyscoutRyder

4 ай бұрын

Great question. I do a mix of everything to get all the calories. For starters, I keep two meals on me to cook if I end up camping. I carry a Toak Titanium Pot that fits an isobutane canister and a small stove. You see me using it to make tea or food in some of my episodes. The food I carry is not much. I always buy a one pound bag of beef jerky and when it's gone I get another. I add jerky to water with two packs of ramen for instance. But also do Knorr pasta or rice packs. If there is a store around I might pick up an onion. On the west coast tour I was finding frozen local raviolis so I would boil them, drain half the water and add a can of crushed seasoned tomatoes. If I see a Subway I might stop and get a sub for dinner. If Im at a motel I will look for a supermarket and get fruit and whatever. I love breakfast so I look for local diners. If I stop at a restaurant I make sure I can see my bike thru a window. Lastly, I have at least two packs of cookies such as Nutter Butters and Im never without a bag of gummy bears.

Awesome, Had such a great time there a few years ago, so good, and you're doing it by bike! Nice.

@FlyscoutRyder

9 ай бұрын

Thank you. Psyched you got to see the west coast. One of the best places to visit in the planet.

I am inspired, maybe a Washington to Mexico is in my future!

@FlyscoutRyder

Жыл бұрын

I hope so too. This PCBR is special.

Awesome adventure

@FlyscoutRyder

11 ай бұрын

Bicycle touring makes for some of the best adventures of my life. Thanks for watching.

@sweetaznboi209

11 ай бұрын

@@FlyscoutRyder you’re welcome ☺️

We met at an overnight rest stop in San Jon, NM. Best of luck and keep safe! Luis

@FlyscoutRyder

9 ай бұрын

Hi Luis. So cool to have you check out the channel and say hello. Im cranking away at the miles over NM and CO Rockies now. Getting punished by the San Juan Range.

Love your videos!

@FlyscoutRyder

9 ай бұрын

Thank you

Splendid 🚴🏽 photography! Whats problem with Piñon on bike tours? What about Rholoff drivetrain?

@FlyscoutRyder

Жыл бұрын

Hi Stephen. I've tried the internal drivetrain idea and learned that it is not for me. I really like integrated shifting. With that said, I am definitely the minority. Most riders that use either Pinion or Rholoff really love them. Thanks for watching.

You take such beautiful shots! I wonder how many extra miles you've biked going and back and forth for your camera haha.

@FlyscoutRyder

11 ай бұрын

I stop all the time and record an average of 1 to 1.5 hours daily but not necessarily do too many more miles per day. The way to look at it is that if I didn’t stop so much I would be riding way more miles per day. All the stopping forces me to take in these places I tour way better than if I was focused on miles alone but it also forces me to have to ride at a faster pace to actually cover meaningful milage to get me somewhere where I can spend the night before dark. I don’t care for evening riding. Thanks for watching and reaching out.

As usual, the video was fantastic! I have one question though, how did you manage to capture the overhead shots while on the bridge? Your videos are always a pleasure to watch.

@FlyscoutRyder

Жыл бұрын

Hi, windjammerone. Thank you for watching the episode. I use four cameras to capture the content for my channel. The shots you are asking about come from a drone from DJI called a Mini Pro 3. Take care

@windjammerone

Жыл бұрын

@@FlyscoutRyder thanks for the follow up. I thought so, but was not sure.

BRILLIANT… absolutely brilliant mate! How many times did you put your drone up off the GG Bridge? I saw at least six different camera angles! What drone do you use? Can’t wait for our California coast ride in Sept/October. Be safe out there! OC

@FlyscoutRyder

Жыл бұрын

Hello Chris. I like your @Optimisticchris name, legit. Thank you for reaching out. I use a DJI Magic Mini 3 Pro. I've used other DJI ones in the past and this one is surely the best. I don't remember how many times I launched it on the bridge, maybe three times. I use four cameras to gather the content and on this scene I used three. The drone, a GoPro 9 and a Canon G7X Mark iii. You are going to have a blast on this route. California and the NW is spectacular in every way.

Loved watching the video as I prepare for a trip in Oregon. Wondering -- what's the green windbreaker that you're wearing? Thanks!

@FlyscoutRyder

Жыл бұрын

Hi Alex. You are going to have a ball. The green windbreaker I found three years ago in South Carolina. It's made by Specialized but not sure how you can find it. It's one of those garments that means a lot to me because of all the miles I've ridden with it but also find it to be too dark and not so safe to use. For that reason I tend to only use it when there is less traffic or a rail trail type of scenario. My go to color is orange as you can see and my favorite garment is the dark blue and orange Mammut vest. That one is a must for colder weather ridding to keep temp. Thank you for watching and please be safe out there.

@alexbillotte6328

Жыл бұрын

Thanks !!

Would be so nice 😊

@FlyscoutRyder

7 ай бұрын

I hope you are riding sone where. Cycling makes every thing be better.

@PedalsNPetals

7 ай бұрын

@@FlyscoutRyder I rode the electric one a bit but not comfortable. I have a new mountain bike loaded up in my car ready to ride somewhere today .. finally warm enough here in Colorado 😄

I see you're using a fish eye lens on your camera.. try putting the camera in Linear mode and taking a photo of the horizon over the ocean.. you will see there is no curve.. That appears because of the wide angle lens and that is why they have factory settings on cameras to be in wide angle.. LOL

@FlyscoutRyder

Жыл бұрын

It's not a fisheye lens but it does pick up curves in the distance. It's a GoPro. Hardest part of my content gathering is keeping the four cameras I use to do so as light as possible so I can ride up all the hills I like to climb. All these cameras have some deficiencies but I try to use them in the most efficient way possible to gather the diverse footage to make the story come thru. I'm always looking for better equipment but there are limitations. If I only had a film crew following me doing the content gathering.... not really, I like to go solo. Thanks for the feedback, its great.

Been enjoying your series. Live in Oregon, ridden OR coast past four summers. Need to get on w NorCal to SF. Is that yoga studio like a hostel for bikers? Cheers!

@FlyscoutRyder

Жыл бұрын

The Oregon coast is so beautiful. The redwoods of Northern California and the coast to San Francisco also make for amazing ridding. I, as well as many other cyclists, found the yoga studio using the Warmshowers platform. It's an international free economy system that allows hosts and guests to find each other. It's for cyclists and hikers. Most hosts, like Michael of the yoga studio, have or still travel by bike and have used the platform to find hosts. Hosts offer a place to take a shower and lay a tent. Often times they offer an actual bed and share dinner as well. It's highly effective and impressive to see how many hosts are actually out there. Thank you for watching the episodes. Be safe out there.

@PerfDayToday

Жыл бұрын

@@FlyscoutRyder thxs Diego, I am familiar w WS.. 🚵🏻‍♂️

Perfect place, see you from Russia

im thinking of going from vancouver to San Francisco in the middle of August. Just looking at your video, there doesnt seem to be much room for cyclist or a shoulder lane. Should i be concerned?

@FlyscoutRyder

4 ай бұрын

I would always be concerned when cycling on roads that have traffic but this route is likely the most cycled route in the United States. Drivers are used to seeing folks bicycle touring. There are sections that are busy and most others that are not. The shoulders are not huge but I believe adequate enough. The most difficult sections are the bridges you have to ride over especially in Oregon. Most touring cyclists I met asked for a ride and said they got it easily. I chose to ride them but not sure I would not ask for a ride next time. You will see signs that offer you to exit US1 to paralleling scenic stretches that are way tranquil. You can also get the Adventure Cycling Association Pacific Coast Bike Route maps and get the scoop for the entire way. Camping access is the best I have ever seen myself. There are all kinds of options for hike bike for low cost. Lastly, the views are amazing and with all the hills it makes for seriously fun times. Hope you get to go.

What are you using for navigation

@FlyscoutRyder

3 ай бұрын

Hello Henry. I use Google Maps app on my phone. I tend to alternate between the driving and cycling mode to figure out the way but I also ask local folks about road conditions all the time. Lastly I zoom in a bunch on the satellite view to see about terrain (road/dirt) differences and shoulder sizes.

@henryguthery5311

3 ай бұрын

@@FlyscoutRyder I love watching your blogs. be safe

Rewarding yes, but it doesn’t appear to be very enjoyable.

@FlyscoutRyder

Жыл бұрын

Hello. There isn't much I have done in my life that brings me the amounts of day to day joy that bicycle touring does. This is a mostly shared feeling amongst touring folks. If you haven't ever toured I highly recommend it. Thank you for watching the episode and reaching out.

@fm7319

Жыл бұрын

@@FlyscoutRyder I toured the East Coast, mostly Virginia, West Virginia, Pennsylvania, Maryland, and I can attest that the up and down hills were not super enjoyable for me. 😂 but I wouldn’t change one single fantastically rewarding moment. A bad day on the bicycle is much better than a good day at work !

@fm7319

Жыл бұрын

@@FlyscoutRyder I’ve retired to eastern Germany, and I’m going to tour Europe with my family starting in here Germany.

@FlyscoutRyder

Жыл бұрын

@@fm7319 I'll be heading there someday. Sounds amazing