FULL SPECS (+ a few affiliate links): Frame: KOGA WorldTraveller-S (60cm/orange, 63cm/green - I'm 198cm/6ft6) Fork: KOGA WorldTraveller-S Paint: Jaguar Madagascar Orange (new frame is Viper Green) Headset: KOGA Sealed Bearing Steering Limiter Stem: Redshift ShockStop 120mm and +6 degrees - amzn.to/3qVwtM5 Handlebars: KOGA Denham Bar Grips: Ergon GC1 cut down and KOGA double bartape - amzn.to/3DIWL7J Seatpost: Cane Creek eeSilk 20mm - amzn.to/3nHvo8o Saddle: Selle Italia MAN Gel Flow - amzn.to/3nHpLaE Gears: Rohloff Speedhub 14-speed Internal Gearbox Hub Shifter: Rohloff Grip Shifter Front Hub: Schmidt SON28 Dynamo Rims: Ryde Bull 27.5" 36 hole Spokes: Sapim Race double-butted and Rohloff-specific Tyres: Schwalbe Pick-Up 2.6" - amzn.to/3kZr0QC Brake Levers: Shimano XT Hydraulic Brakes: Shimano XT Hydraulic Crankset: Gates S550 Chainring: Gates Carbon Drive Centertrack 50T Cog: Gates Carbon Drive Centertrack 22T Belt: Gates Carbon Drive Centertrack 122T Pedals: Shimano XT T8000 Fenders: SKS P65 Chromoplastics Charger: Cinq Plug5 Plus (warranty replacement) Lights: Schmidt SON Edelux II and SON Tail Light Bidon Cages: BBB Fuel Tank XL Phone Mount: Quadlock Front Panniers: Ortlieb SportRoller Plus Rear Panniers: Ortlieb BackRoller Plus Front Rack: Tubus Duo - amzn.to/3nDM9kR Rear Rack: Tubus Logo 29 - amzn.to/3CFyXAr Kickstand: Pletcher Comp - amzn.to/3CA1RBW Weight: 17KG or 37LB

@hamburger-fries

2 жыл бұрын

Do you know anyone or company who could put this exact bike together?

@Cyclingabout

2 жыл бұрын

You can custom order a KOGA WorldTraveller-S online! You would just need to get the Redshift stem, Cane Creek seatpost and Ergon grips separately, everything else is available in the configurator: www.koga.com/en/koga-signature

@charliekendall4288

2 жыл бұрын

@@hamburger-fries If you are in the U.S. there is a KOGA dealer in Santa Barbara , California. The website isn't updated very often so there isn't much to it. Commuter Bicycles is the name

@hamburger-fries

2 жыл бұрын

@@Cyclingabout Thank you! I will contact Koga and see how I can get this arranged for Japan. One issue I have is that Japan has some of the steepest roads in the world so I will need to get a different gearing system from what I can see. How does your bike handle extremely steep inclines?

@hamburger-fries

2 жыл бұрын

@@charliekendall4288 Thanks Charlie!!! I will contact Koga directly. I am based in Japan which has been a challenge to say the least when it comes to importing bikes. I had a horrible time getting a Specialized touring bike into Japan.

Whilst maintenance maybe be ‘minimal’, you still do it on a regular basis. This has obvs helped your bike remain so reliable. Great breakdown! 😊

The only cyclist whose word I take as Gospel. If Alee approves, don't question it. Because unlike others who ride 30 kms and read out of company brochure, Alee just circumnavigates the earth before a long term review. :) I want to order the Denham bars for my Marin Four Corners. I turned it into a flat bar bike after your video and have never been happier!

@Cyclingabout

2 жыл бұрын

You should still be critical of me! I can be wrong about things and I rely on my audience to tell me. 😉

This is bizarre, I just picked my Koga up on Saturday morning. 😁 Wheeled it out the shop, threw my leg over it and rode the 200km home. Single track, cycle trails, several miles on a mountain bike trail getting funny looks. The bike ate it all up and I've gotta say, it was very easy to ride. Never felt out of control or unstable.

@Cyclingabout

2 жыл бұрын

Congratulations!

@frederik0014

2 жыл бұрын

Nice! Just ordered mine 2 weeks ago, gotta wait another 3 months before it's ready unfortunately..

@TheSJCieply

2 жыл бұрын

@@frederik0014 I ordered mine in early November, got it in late December instead of February as originally thought. They seem to be faster than anticipated.

I work at Koga, very helpful to see your unbiased opinion! You are helping out a lot of people getting into over the world cycling, my job is to provide a good setup for these people, and I love my job, everyone is different, and therefore every bike is different, Thanks!

@Cyclingabout

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Well, I am biased, but I'm trying to keep my comments as objective as possible. 😉

@thomasrandwijk

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, love what you are doing, great source of inspiration

@elachichai

9 ай бұрын

One suggestion. Please upload more high res pictures on your website from different angles. Under marketed. Wouldn't have heard of it if not for Alee Denham.

@elachichai

9 ай бұрын

Would have loved to see thumb shifters rather than the twist.

@YewtBoot

9 ай бұрын

@@elachichai Likely not possibly with Rohloff hubs. They need to be pulled for both upshifting and downshifting.

Another really handy review by someone who has experience the bike for long distances in all conditions. The details of the bikes in Alee books are well worth a read and supports him too.

Your videos are incredibly good mate. You are very detail oriented, knowledgeable and professional. Keep up the good work man.

@Cyclingabout

2 жыл бұрын

Much appreciated!

Hey, I was missing some new content related to the Worldtraveller. Nice to see you talking about it again. Regards.

@Cyclingabout

2 жыл бұрын

I'm hitting the road again in January, can't wait! 🎉

Loving your content, Alee. Very informative and useful. Thanks for sharing!

@Cyclingabout

2 жыл бұрын

My pleasure!

Appreciating your video content, it is always at a high professional level. Always looking forward to your videos

awesome review and the outcome of Koga quality gets me excited about trying this machine.

Good feedback. Thank you. Happy travels ❤

Very happy to see Koga again! I am not a mountainbiker or bikepacker so those topicks aren't very interesting to me. Glad to see the belt is doing so high mileage! Clearly the Koga is a premium product built to last.

Thanks Alee. Another great video. I agree completely with your comments about your handlebars. However, I've only been on the road for 3 weeks with my new world traveller. Also, contrary to some commenters here, I've found Aloys at Koga to be super responsive and helpful. Thanks again

@Cyclingabout

2 жыл бұрын

Enjoy the new bike!

I could watch and listen to Alee Denham for hours. Very smart guy and talks very well. If I owned a bike company he would be riding for me. Alee can also haul ass on a road bike. Alee needs to bring his mountain bike to BC ( Nelson BC for the goods ) Thanks for all your amazing info and of course thx for the massive amount of time you put into all your great videos.

There has been several attempts to make handlebars more suitable than conventional handlebars for bikepacking, similar to that of this Koga. I would love to see a handlebar comparison video comparing all the latest handlebars for long bikepacking journeys (from surly, redshift etc)

@GordoGambler

2 жыл бұрын

There are such videos. Including this guy.

That orange is such a nice colour, would love to ride a bike like that one day if I ever get the money.Thanks for this content and I wish you a lot of fun on your travels! Greetings from the Netherlands

Great video and good to learn about your experiences. I noticed in an early part of the video a shot of you carrying your bike across the stream. It can be hard to carry a fully laden bike holding it by the top tube and lifting. Have you ever tried lifting and carrying the bike by grabbing the right chain stay behind the crank? I find it way more efficient and easier for carrying up and down stairs or for a longer distance. Much less effort and strain on the arms and back. Even for a bike fully laden bike with panniers.

Useful detailed information. Thanks and hope to see you touting again soon! :-)

Thanks for this outstanding summary. Very interesting and informative!

@Cyclingabout

2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

I LOVE that green color...looking forward to seeing that fully built

@Cyclingabout

2 жыл бұрын

Building it up as we speak!

I have replicated your Koga handlebar with various bars and bar ends and figured out that it is by far the best if the bar ends are BETWEEN the grip and shifter/brakes, which is not possible with your Denham bar since it is a one-piece design. That way you can use the bar ends like road bars but have immediate access to brakes and shifters at the same time. Would be great if Koga would offer special inner bar ends that have a screw and can be adjusted.

Very nice stuff and very nice explanations.

I am using the Schwalbe Super Moto-X too. Now over 30000 km with my bike and not a single flat. I have replaced my back tire a few times with a new one, prior to big trips (North cape, Turkey) and the put the used back-tire on the front wheel. I am 100% happy with my Super Moto-X. But if this Pick-up is said to have better protection, I would like to give it a try next year! Thanks for your video!

idk if you have done it before, but a video on route planning for long term tours would be great, including how you navigate in ride

I am still riding my hand made koga world touring bike 25 years on and its never let me down, replaced the front 3 drive sprocket s and tyres over the 25 year period and it's done to many miles to remember ❤️👍

@Cyclingabout

2 жыл бұрын

Great to hear!

That yellow-green is called "Jin-green"..

Again a very informative video. Keep it up.

@Cyclingabout

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, will do!

Thanks I want one and have been looking into purchasing one. cheers

As usual, your review is extensive and skips nothing. Fantastic job, mate.

@Cyclingabout

2 жыл бұрын

Much appreciated!

Another thorough awesome video got me wanting a Rohloff and belt drive

@Cyclingabout

2 жыл бұрын

Oh yeah, sorry 'bout that.

Great video, very informative. Thinking it would be fun to see a vid by someone going to their local bike shop buy everything all at once including bike and do a cross continent ride, using all what’s available at that moment.

Looking forward to another video! Many thanks

i must realy say, you are by far the best touring-biker on youtube, can you make a video about how you set up and plan your TOURS, including map planning, gear set up, money planning etc.

@Cyclingabout

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the idea! I usually try to create information that is unique or doesn't already exist online, but I might be able to work some of that stuff into my travel videos.

Love this bike, some day I'll get one, still traveling with a trek

Love your Content! This is spectacularly timed as well since I'm considering purchase of an Koga World Traveller-S . I was also considering the Kona Sutra but the company is having major supply chain issues at least as it seemingly pertains to my area of the world.

@Cyclingabout

2 жыл бұрын

Great to hear! I'm not sure of the current lead time on custom WorldTravellers, but it used to be 6-weeks including shipping anywhere in the world. 😎

@stevenbailey4543

2 жыл бұрын

@@Cyclingabout I am thinking about a rohloff for my wife’s new gravel bike Should I look at a koga without the bike packing features

@jacobgalle4297

2 жыл бұрын

The current lead time (from mid-October) was 13 weeks. The wait is harder than dishing out the funds.

@Cyclingabout

2 жыл бұрын

@@jacobgalle4297 Good to know, thanks!

@charliekendall4288

2 жыл бұрын

@@jacobgalle4297 Did you get yours in Europe? In the U.S. there is a dealer in Southern California but I'm in Maine.

“Keeping an eye on the crack for a year now” brave man.

Wow, nice to see how well your bike handled all the 'abuse'. That mud looked absolutely shocking!! I am a little jealous of the fat tires your frame fits. I'm totally into the 27.5" format but my frame barely fits 2.15er tires. Fat rubber rules!

@Cyclingabout

2 жыл бұрын

Agree, there are almost no downsides to a bike that can fit fat tyres. 😎

@charlesgeorge8111

2 жыл бұрын

from down India I envy most accessories to be made available,

Good to hear, that you are also driving with the Schwalbe PickUp. Today I also received my PickUp in size 55-559 (2,15x26''). Looking forward to spring time for my personal test. I also have some Continental Contact Plus Travel to test against my previous Marathon Mondial DD. I hope the Continental or the PickUp will be more efficient on smooth surfaced than my Mondial DD

@tobygreenwood5036

2 жыл бұрын

How have you been finding them? I'm interested in buying a pair

@Patrickunterwegs

2 жыл бұрын

@@tobygreenwood5036 I ordered them approx 2 months ago in a bike parts shop in Germany. Unfortunately they are out of stock right now - like many good tyres. I also like the Continental Contact Plus Travel.

Whole heartedly suggest a Brooks Cambium saddle like the C15/17, as the weight bearing portion of the saddle is suspended by the rails, without a hard plastic shell. I have one on 3 of my bikes, including a gravel bike which has a Redshift Shockstem. Because of these suspended saddles, I have had no need for a shock seatpost, and although the brooks saddles are heavier, they eliminate the additional weight of a shock post. Thx for the vid. Brent

@Cyclingabout

2 жыл бұрын

I've tried the C17, but I just don't find it comfortable compared to the Selle Italia Gel Flow.

Thanks for the great videos. What is your strategy to reduce flat tyres while riding? Also how suitable is this setup for riding on asphalt roads?

Alee, For the Quadlock I'd recommend the vibration damper not only to protect your phone's camera and IBIS but it may prevent the mount from cracking every so often. It's not that expensive. Just a thought.

@maarteneswart

2 жыл бұрын

Hello Alex, I also mounted the vibration damper on my Koga, but I encounter more vibrating and shaking than without, so the screen of the phone is harder to read while cycling. I also used a tablet on my Quadlock, but then the vibration damper is too much, although the tablet with a standard '3M glue-mount' stays in the holder and doesn't fall off.

@alexmorgan3435

2 жыл бұрын

@@maarteneswart Interesting reading your experiences.

Really liking that green 😍. Great to see a nice long term review. A Rolhoff hub and gates carbon belt drive is on my list for my next Mtb bike.

@Cyclingabout

2 жыл бұрын

I'm really going to miss the orange, but I have a feeling the green will grow on me! 💚 You definitely won't be disappointed with a belt drive, gearbox drivetrain. Just make sure the frame you choose is built super stiff, so the belt cannot walk off the rear cog. This is a bigger problem on mountain bikes due to the higher torque going through the drivetrain. 👍🏻

@buckroger6456

2 жыл бұрын

@@Cyclingabout I'm looking at a small frame builder out of Texas and they do steel and titanium frames. I'm planning on getting the titanium frame. They do offer their builds with a Rolhoff and belt drive so I think I should be good. Yeah the orange is a real looker for sure. I am a big fan of the green though or a super deep blue.

@Cyclingabout

2 жыл бұрын

Great! Make sure to ask for the largest diameter tandem-spec chainstays and seatstays possible. I cannot emphasise the importance of stiffness enough for getting the most out of belt drivetrains - many belt bikes are not built properly.

@buckroger6456

2 жыл бұрын

@@Cyclingabout the chainstay is super short which is something I like. The bike can be run as short as 420mm. From what I've seen they have their titanium chainstays 3d printed and it's only one type. Now as for the tubing I can ask for thicker tubes and so one. I'll definitely have a long talk with them about the belt drive setup then. I'm sold on their bike because I can do custom geo so I can have a steeper seat tube and slacker head tube.

@peglor

2 жыл бұрын

If you're buying an MTB to ride off road without cargo, I'd recommend staying away from hub gears. I ran an Alfine 11 on a not particularly light steel hardtail for a while, and the difference how lively the bike became when I swapped to a 3x10 drivetrain was literally night and day. I got rid of the Alfine because it was unusably spongy in 1st and especially 2nd gear though, so it's no substitute for a Rohloff in performance terms anyway. The extra weight a geared hub adds to the back axle makes the rear wheel hang up harder on every ridge on the trail than a derailleur setup. The weight of a hub gear is irrelevant once you're loaded for touring though. I'd go for a pinion gearbox if I wanted a gates drive on a MTB, but nothing has caught my eye yet. With a belt drive you'll need a frame with a rear triangle that can be opened to fit the belt through too, so most MTB frames can't run a Gates drive without serious modification. There are other belt drives that can be opened and closed like a bike chain, but I have no idea whether they're up with Gates in longevity.

Great to see the Koga is holding up so well after all the abuse you put it through ;) Interesting plan to tweak the Denham bars. Less back sweep and the angled up bullhorns sound perfect. Will this come to fruition anytime soon? All the Best!

@Cyclingabout

2 жыл бұрын

I have no idea. I have submitted my ideas to KOGA and if they like them, they will get some samples, safety test them rigorously, send them to multiple riders to test out, and then bring them to market. It's a pretty slow process, so I wouldn't expect anything soon.

@WheelstoWander

2 жыл бұрын

@@Cyclingabout I can see why that will take it's sweet time! My current handlebar setup is pretty spot on with a 23 deg back sweep Moon Bar and the, too short, SQLab inner bar ends. Would be great to have that in one package including dedicated bullhorns. I'd be curious to give the new Denham Bars a spin if they become available! Not too sure about the upsweep though as I like too keep my shoulder blades low and tucked in.

I use a fully customized Bergamont Sweep MGN with Alfine 11 on 32mm Grand Prix 5000 tubeless tires. Pricewise I am - even with all changes that I made - a lot under 6000€. The bike itself was 1200€ and most of my changes were not necessary but just nice to have. Of course I am unable to ride gravel roads - i need to stay on tarmac - but I ride it hard and considering I already put 50k on it, it is still a great and fast bike to travel! I would not want to give it away ever, I am completely in love with my bike. For my next bike travel I think I will try my Bullitt EP8 Cargo Bike.

Great bike, but as we are talking about a $6000 bike I'm not surprised it's good quality. In fact, I am mostly surprised by the poor construction of the USB port...

Nice review! To add my experience so far with my World Traveller-S (received it in Sept 2020 by mail directly from the Koga factory) with 8,000km on it now. Overall its been a grreat bike but a few things to watch out for. - Within the 1st month, I found that the cap for the crank bolt fell out and the crank arm bolt was loose. Had to order a new cap, apply thread locker to the bolt, retighten and its been fine ever since. - The rear brake calliper came loose on me when on tour. Had to retighten the calliper bolts. Been keeping an eye on it since. - The front brake hose is running too close to the front tyre for my liking. The hose braclet closet to the tyre should be repositioned or redesigned to maximise the gap between the hose and the tyre. It would be nice if you can specify the rear cog size you want on the Rohloff. Wasn't possible for me at the time.

@Cyclingabout

2 жыл бұрын

I agree the front brake hose is too close to the tyre. I think I might run my front brake line on the outside of the fork for my new build.

@krisvanbos1775

2 жыл бұрын

@@Cyclingabout I own a Koga grandtourer and in my case the calliper of the front hydraulic disk brake is very close to the spokes of the front wheel. It is less than 1mm but so far the spokes did not run against the calliper. Is this also the case on the worldtraveller?

I know you're attached to the orange, but that viper green is baller. I'm already looking forward to a photo in front of some tropical forest waterfall.

@Cyclingabout

2 жыл бұрын

It is 80% built now and looks pretty cool!

Good stuff. Makes me want to get a couple vertebrae fused so I can go on long rides like this. Right now, it's 20 miles and I'm shot for a week.

@Clint_the_Audio-Photo_Guy

Жыл бұрын

Edit: A couple months later, and I did 44.4 miles today. 😁

Hi Alee, another great video thanks. I suppose you had to change the entire wheel set to switch to those new Schwalbe Pick-Up tyres as they only exist in 27.5"?

Never knew there are steering stems like that with suspension in it! Oh my god! Have to get that

Really interesting! Any thoughts on this versus the tout terrain you covered in a video a while back?

In regards to quad lock I don't have a phone which fits their cases. So I purchased their stick on mounts none have ever broken 😁.

@Cyclingabout

2 жыл бұрын

Maybe that's the ticket! 😎

Bike looks awesome. I just want a set of those handlebars.

Gonna need a full video on that sausage shipped rock mate

Hi Allee 👋. That was a thorough overview of the bike. How long have you been riding the bike to rack up 30k kilometers? It looks great for everything you put it through. 😬🚲 I've watched all your videos ✅and I know where it's been. Honestly, I think I would prefer the Tout Terrain because I don't like riding on aluminum for long distances. I have carbon fiber road bikes with Spinergy wheels which ride like butter. I have arthritis and this setup makes a huge difference for me. I don't ache after 100+ miles. I bought a Kona Sutra for a US coast to coast ride which will be all on pavement. If I'd known about the Tout Terrain before I bought it I would have gotten that instead. In the meantime I'm saving up for the Tout Terrain. Both the Koga and Tout Terrain have feature upgrades that will make riding more efficient like the belt drive, Rohloff hubs and the charging system. Those are things I definitely want and need. Be safe and keep posting videos. 👍☮️🌞🌟🏔🏕️🚴

@Cyclingabout

2 жыл бұрын

I've ridden this bike for 2.5 years. 1000km/month average.

great stuff, can i have your old frame please? haha, thanks for another top gun video, always informative

Would be nice to make a loop out of the horns with a little rise to accommodate the Ortleib bag with extender brackets. Gives more mounting space. Viewing the phone at that angle on the front loop is safer as well.

@nicknelson9450

Ай бұрын

I'm puzzled that the handlebar which was available when I bought mine years ago, a sort of combined bullhorn/aero with many different grip and positions and a built-in support for front bag, which was made by ITM and referred to as a "Koga Selego", is no longer available and there are barely any traces of it ever existing! I can't understand tourers seem to favour aggressive, lower-stance, butt up in the air, traditional bars and to lean forward on their wrists so much...unless you're trying to beat records like Mark Beaumont or something. 🤔

Hope to have one in near future.

I love your videos! One thing I was curious about, do you bring a few cycling bibs with you when you travel? Do you reuse the same ones the next day? How many days would you go before washing them? Thanks!

@Cyclingabout

2 жыл бұрын

On this seat/seatpost combination I do not need padded shorts. 👍🏻

@shadyyyyVR

2 жыл бұрын

@@Cyclingabout do you experience any chaffing otherwise? Maybe use cream in the morning?

@Cyclingabout

2 жыл бұрын

@@shadyyyyVR Nope.

Buddy, that is petrified wood! Where were you? Also, I have a nearly stock early 2ks long haul (no disks) with drops. Done A LOT of miles. Isn't biking amazing!!! Your videos are very informative! I get the wobbles. I thought Surly was stiff. :( I did not know shock absorption on the bars was possible! I wondered about that charger. I just use a battery and man things are heavy! You videos are great!!!

Those Ergon grips are getting near the end. The padding will melt under hot sun and stick to your palm. I wrapped a pair of them with bar tape when this happened and it worked out great.

@Cyclingabout

2 жыл бұрын

They're sticky but doesn't bother me as I wear gloves. I might try your bar tape trick, thanks.

very nice presentation do you recommend a bike with shock absorbers on the fork or without ??? thank you very much

Great content as always. What are your thoughts on the new Schwalbe E-plus? I am thinking of using them on my Kona Sutra because I remember you writing that 700x45 might be the widest the Kona Sutra will fit with fenders.

@Cyclingabout

2 жыл бұрын

Those tyres are amazing. Crazy durable, insanely puncture resistant and surprisingly fast rolling.

Such a nice bike. Are you planning on resuming your travels soon?

@Cyclingabout

2 жыл бұрын

Yep, January.

How did the drivetrain with the low gear inch setup hold up? Asking because I’m a heavier rider and getting out of the saddle while hill climbing would put quite a strain on it. Thanks in advance.

Nice 1 mine is only 4,500km since I bought my cyclometer for 10 months not a long rider here

Outrageous price.

What wheel/spoke combination do you have o your bike? Amazing durability. How should a wheel be built to achieve that result? I want some of that! Thanks :-)

Hi, what size chain ring would you pair with an 11sp. 11/51 cassette and 700 tires, To give you great climbing, and max speed on flat is around 17mph. for full bike touring. Doing a surly LHT build, with flat bars and Shimano XT parts? Only have frame. Your thoughts please Thanks Craig.

Just wondering. I've been on the Koga configurator (Signature) and seen that the material for the World-Traveller S is aluminium. Isn't steel preferable for long term travel, in terms of comfort? I am suspecting you might have taken the eeSilk seatpost to compensate the rigidity of aluminium. Is that so ?

@Cyclingabout

2 жыл бұрын

Actually, frame comfort is a myth. There is essentially zero difference in vertical deflection between steel and aluminium frames, and once a bike has fat tyres and luggage, there is no difference in vibration attenuation either. I have a video explaining the science around this here: kzread.info/dash/bejne/fpZozdZ6ktDYj5c.html I would use a Cane Creek eeSilk seatpost on a carbon, steel or titanium bike too - the difference they make in terms of comfort is instantly noticeable, and easily measured using an accelerometer.

perfect set up and bicycle, but I have a question, you use the fenders, but are they really indispensable? Thank you for your experience

@Cyclingabout

2 жыл бұрын

For me they are. But it really just depends how much rain or mud you see.

cracking job Alee. Did you change your drive belt when you switched to the Madagascar orange frame? How many km would you reckon this belt has made so far. Cheers 🙌

@Cyclingabout

2 жыл бұрын

This belt drivetrain was new when I got the Madagascar orange bike. It's now 30,000km+ in.

@mingueyox

2 жыл бұрын

@@Cyclingabout wow brilliant, I didn't suspect you would have ridden so many kilometers since then. Impressive. Covid or not, time is flying. Thank you Alee

Good thing you bought one back when it was still possible to buy them!

@Cyclingabout

2 жыл бұрын

What do you mean? You can custom order a KOGA right now and have it in 13 weeks.

@johnhernlund539

2 жыл бұрын

@@Cyclingabout lucky for you...but not where I live.

Very nice video!! The new green color is still not available in the signature configurator ;-)

@Cyclingabout

2 жыл бұрын

You need to request it as a custom colour when ordering (200 euros extra).

I’ve been looking at this handlebar for a while, I really like the concept. Are there any plans for a "version 2.0", based on the new experience?

@Cyclingabout

2 жыл бұрын

I'm always sending my ideas to KOGA and sometimes they bear fruit! KOGA are very meticulous with their in-house product testing, so don't expect anything soon. 😉

@joris5900

Жыл бұрын

@@Cyclingabout Is there an update coming up soon? Less backsweep andante bit of upsweep will make it perfect for me.

Are you designing for release another version of your handlebars? I very much like the changes you suggested.

@Cyclingabout

2 жыл бұрын

I've submitted my plans to KOGA but they have the final word on whether they implement any changes.

Nice Alee. Are you still using a mont tent and what are you using for coffee making these days. That green is as good as the orange 😊🙏

@Cyclingabout

2 жыл бұрын

Still got the Mont 2FN and the Airspresso. 👍🏻

@andrewhamilton3486

2 жыл бұрын

@@Cyclingabout thanks mate, they have stood the test of time. I recently added the redshift stem to my bike, so great

What is your opinion about priority 600 and 600x with pinion gearbox and gates carbon belt drive?

This bike is a beauty

on second thoughts i'm only 5'9" i would need a ladder!!

Great video, To be honest I've bought a bicycle on a Pinion and with carbon belt drive lately, and I have a huuuge problem with the brakes. They're good but I feel like braking speed is too slow. Right now I have mechanical disc brakes and I'm a bit afraid of using hydraulic ones. Do you recommend me to switch to hydraulic ones for around the world trip? I'm afraid that I won't be able to fix hydraulic ones while being in a desolate place.

@Cyclingabout

2 жыл бұрын

I've used Shimano XT hydro brakes for all my travels since 2017. In my experience, as long as you bleed the brakes when they get a bit spongy, they will work without fuss. I won't be going back to mechanical brakes...

@GordoGambler

2 жыл бұрын

My Rohloff has a 203 disc and cable TRP Spyre, with a long compressionless housing and resin pads. It can grip solid INSTANTLY, any and every time. And it has a mount and adapter I made myself. Only 4,000 miles so far. I have Sturmey Archer levers set to long pull. I see ZERO reason for finicky hydro. My front hub is a SA XL-FDD dyno DRUM brake, actually have two now. The first one went 28,000 miles and it's now on it's 3rd bike. ZERO fuss ever in any weather. IMO, the BEST bike part ever made.... and yet I might be the only one who sees this. LOL. Even the cable did both tours and over 22,000 miles. New wheel now on my custom steel tour bike.

Thanks for the video, would like to hear your opinion on Koga World traveller E version with Rohloff hub.

It’s amazing 😮

This bike and setup is wet dream ;) only wandering why you don't use brooks saddle ? did you try it and didn't like it ? will you try it ?

@Cyclingabout

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, I don't like them.

If you are still using the SKS P65 fenders, how well do they cover the 2.6 Pick-Ups?

Hey, really like your review. Did you notice the added weight on the wheels? Its quite a bit! Why are you not trying the SQ Labs Series as shown? Or the Ergon Core Prime. They´re absolut fantastic. Especially the SQ Lab if you have pressure. Why arent you using the Hebie Fix kickstand? It got a big outside spring and will hold the stand in place! One of my customers broke his ribs cause the esge got worn out and fliped him of his bike...

@Cyclingabout

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the recommendations. I might see if I can test some new products next time I'm in Europe.

@Cyclingabout

2 жыл бұрын

Oh, and I don't notice the added weight at all. If anything, I just notice improvements to the rolling resistance compared to what I had on the bike previously.

Hi, we bought the world traveller last year (the e-version): the stems you mention (Redshift and Vecnum) and your handlebar were not available then. Would such a stem (one of the two that you mention) help or improve our bikes when use at the Koga Riser handlebar (with now 'only' the Justers (a little bit) adjustable stem)? They changed the available items of the bike a lot since a year!

@Cyclingabout

2 жыл бұрын

I'd recommend the Vecnum or Kinekt stem more for the KOGA riser. The Redshift feels a bit strange on that handlebar, kind of like the bar is rolling forward when it deflects.

@maarteneswart

2 жыл бұрын

@@Cyclingabout what is the difference between the Vecnum / Kinekt and the now at Koga available Koga adjustable Low OS en Koga Adjustable High OS?

@Cyclingabout

2 жыл бұрын

@@maarteneswart The Vecnum has 30mm suspension travel, the Kinekt 20mm and the KOGA stems 0mm travel.

The bike is holding up well -we're very pleased to hear that. Now, how about your knee joints? How much cartilage have you left? What about the hip joints? There is an excellent chance your Koga frame will outlast them all...

@Cyclingabout

2 жыл бұрын

How do I measure cartilage and joint wear?! I'm just a lowly touring cyclist who usually lives in a tent, and knows a little too much about bikes. 😅

@sgfahhdhsdhd

2 жыл бұрын

@@Cyclingabout If you think I am joking, think again. Human joints are biological structures, and (unlike mechanical structures) have the ability to self-regenerate. However, the mileage you do is so grotesquely high that it may outpace the self-repairing ability of your joints. With time, you'll be looking for new knees. In the end, it depends on the genetic lottery you've been dealt, but if you got a bad hand, you'll learn too late. A reasonable precaution would be to x-ray your knees and ask an orthopedist for an evaluation. If all looks good now, repeat regularly for comparison purposes. PS This advice you are getting from someone currently recovering after 2 hips replacement surgery ( and former sport and exercise addict)

@Cyclingabout

2 жыл бұрын

I don't consider 1000km per month to be excessive at all. From what I understand, cycling is very easy on your joints compared to almost every other form of movement - hence why cycling is used for so many forms of rehabilitation. But shoot through some medical studies and I'll certainly take a read (I take my health quite seriously).

@erich8258

2 жыл бұрын

@@Cyclingabout Indeed -- pro racers like Annemiek Van Vleuten routinely do 1000k a week just in training.

@Mike-vd2qt

2 жыл бұрын

Much safer to sit at home, on the porch, in my rocking chair, reading travel books. Yep, that's the safest way through life.

Are you touring in clipless pedals always on long tours and how does this work? I guess you also need clipless sandals for hot weather?

Thanks for sharing , this is a super bike with it’s amazing gear and configurations. Where can I custom order this bike with the gear and specs as in your video please?

@Cyclingabout

Жыл бұрын

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Has there been any more information about Roloff potentially coming out with an 18?

I'm more interested in the size of your quads. Have a closer look if you don't mind.

Hi Alee thanks for another great video i love your content and the effort you put into all your bike info its amazing so thank you. Could i ask a question please?. Im just in the process of ordering my Koga WorldTraveller-s and You mentioned in this video that you went a size up for a more upright position?. Im 170.5cm tall and my inseam is 78cm. Koga online recommend a 50cm frame. I have a back issue that i'm trying to work around so i want a more upright relaxed position was just wondering what you think size wise would work best and if you think it might be worth sizing up one? i cant get to try one as there is none near me in the uk. Cheers Mike

@Cyclingabout

Жыл бұрын

I cannot help with sizing without seeing you on a bike. But someone at a bike shop can! Go and get a proper bike fit from a shop that sells touring bikes.

@nicknelson9450

Ай бұрын

I also prefer an upright position. I understand Cyclingabout would not want to take responsibility for a frame size choice, but for what it's worth, and assuming you've not already pulled the trigger, here's some real-world advice: I went to a bike specialist and based on his fancy measuring gizmos we ordered a frame size which I've always felt was too conservative/small. I've managed to get by with a stem extension and very comfy handlebar with lots of different grip positions, but overall I'd say also listen to your instincts rather than only to a bike shop's recommendations and don't be too obsessed with the height of the top tube in relation to your inseam. Having opted for 26 inch wheels for fear of worldwide spare parts availability, I would also recommend going for the larger size wheels instead, because I'm pretty sure these days spares can be found or shipped anywhere...given a bit of time and patience.

Hi Ive been watching your videos and website for months but never had a chance to say hi as a fan :) I noticed that your 60cm and 63cm frames are comparatively more upright than the other smaller aggressive sizes of the same bike. From your experience and knowledge, does upright geometry offer advantages than aggressive one for a touring bike? And have you experienced any disadvantages from one of your bikes with more aggressive geometry in the past? I was just curious. Anyhow, your videos have been very useful and inspiring to my biking experiences so far. Hope you stay safe! From Canada

@Cyclingabout

2 жыл бұрын

It's really just a bike fit thing. If you're flexible with good core strength, there is no reason why you cannot ride very comfortably on a more aggressive bike, where you get the advantage of a lower wind resistance and less weight on your bum (but more on your hands). I come from a racing background, so my touring bikes have always been setup more aggressively than most. I haven't been racing in years, so it's time to see if I prefer something more upright to see if it sticks. My bike build will be finished tomorrow for its first ride!

@parkjihong7148

2 жыл бұрын

@@Cyclingabout Thanks for your reply Alee. I know you are kindly replying comments here frequently, but when I actually saw that you replied mine with such care, I'm really stunned and surprised with amazing feeling that I get to talk with you. Watching your touring in South America and Japan, I had an inkling that you ride aggressively. And as a rider who's with a bike of aggressive geometry, I now know I don't have to worry too much if I should get a bike with more upright version. Thanks for sharing your experience and knowledge and I'm looking forward to your next posts on how your build turned out!

@Cyclingabout

2 жыл бұрын

@@parkjihong7148 I figure people can squeeze more knowledge out of the comments, so I'm happy to put the time into responding to everyone. All the best!

Nice, I Like It. I Will Put My Bags On My Bicycle And Go On The Road And Have Fun And Just Travel.

@Cyclingabout

2 жыл бұрын

Good luck!

@ericpatrick5542

2 жыл бұрын

@@Cyclingabout Keep Wishing Good Luck. I Always Wanted To Travel. But, The Way The Economy Is Right Now Is Bad Luck For Me. Another Words, I Will Travel A Way From Action And Just Travel To The Forest And The Mountains And Build A Campfire And Build A Survival Shelter For Myself And Even Cook My Own Food And Purification Pills For Water. And, Stay A Way From People Who, Like To Fight. I Just Like Mind Own Business And Do My Thing. Just Live And Survive In Any Disaster That Comes Along.

thanks for the video. i was wondering what bottle cages you are using?

@Cyclingabout

2 жыл бұрын

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Really nice bike! But what is the rider and gear weight limit? Of course, nothing is listed on website. I want/need a bike with a minimum 350-pound limit, as I weigh 250-pounds. Any other bikepacking bicycle recommendations is appreciated!!

@Cyclingabout

2 жыл бұрын

Weight limits are an interesting one. Until very recently, bike companies could only certify their frames to 136kg/300lb. So that's why 5.5kg road bikes and 17kg touring bikes often have the same advertised weight limit. But these numbers are a floor, not a ceiling. Most touring bikes are tested in-house to handle MUCH more weight than the ISO 4210 frame test, whereas a road bike frame is usually only be designed to handle close to the minimum (to keep its weight low). Last year, certification up to 180kg/400lb became available, so we will see advertised weight limits increase quite a bit over the next few years. This doesn't mean the frames will get stronger necessarily, but they will be certified for a higher weight. The official KOGA weight limit is 136kg/300lb. But unofficially, KOGA have told me they make exceptions for their customers with system weights over 160kg/350lb - one thing they often do is request that you use 27.5" wheels instead of 700C.

You are a hardcore adventure cyclist but I think at the core you are an engineer :)

@Cyclingabout

2 жыл бұрын

Maybe in another life!

Love the video! I own a worldtraveller myself. Did you buy the 27 or 31 mm version of the suspension seat post?

@Cyclingabout

2 жыл бұрын

It's the eeSilk with 20mm travel. I might test the eeSilk+ next, which is 35mm.

@guusbenneker6638

2 жыл бұрын

@@Cyclingabout The eeSlink seems like a good fit, but is not available in the 27.2 edition. What would you recommend as an alternative? (maybe Thudbuster?)

@Cyclingabout

2 жыл бұрын

@@guusbenneker6638 Check out the Redshift Shockstop Pro RT. I've been using one the last 3000km+. It offers very similar peformance, and hopefully, less maintenance over the next few years.

@guusbenneker6638

2 жыл бұрын

@@Cyclingabout Looks like a great product! However, a bit over budget when compared to eeSilk. Any tops on budget?