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Was 19lbs the weight of the bike with both pedals?
@Tanstaafl197613 сағат бұрын
Well done! How many teeth on your front chain ring? The C line comes with the standard 50-tooth, but 44-tooth and 54-tooth are also available.
@dderico78Күн бұрын
Now it’s time to ride all the way down, enjoy the rush. I think we are cyclists know the feeling, know the struggle. I was wondering what kind of gearing he was using all the way up
@tonyvaldiconza3914Күн бұрын
Go visit Bill Davidson Bicycles in Fremont.
@howerkКүн бұрын
Nice healthy commute for you. Great to be beating the cars along a big chunk of it during rush hour. Keep up the good work!
@kalijasinКүн бұрын
Looks like fun 😁
@cychoКүн бұрын
Great video as always. It's so special and memorable to ride a long distance tour with family, isn't it? I did STP's with two of my boys separately and the memories so etched in my mind (hopefully theirs too).
@allanohlsen7729Күн бұрын
Nice video, Hanoch. I've ridden RSVP several times, always fun, but not this year, maybe next. A group of us always stopped at Dutch Mother's in Lynden for breakfast. I actually enjoyed waiting in line at the border. Its a great time to chat with everyone. Before the golden ears bridge was built, we had to take a short ferry across the river. That was always fun. Canada is a favorite place for me. Have a fun ride this year.
@BestSideCyclingКүн бұрын
Yeah I'm wanting to make this a staple since I'm headed right back home! I never knew that about golden ears, good to know
@gabrielcontreras39932 күн бұрын
Love your videos! Question; why do you wear white arm and leg coverings?
@BestSideCycling2 күн бұрын
3 Reasons for Sun Sleeves! 1) I am quite allergic to bug bites. This is probably the biggest reason as I get swollen limbs otherwise. 2) No need to re-apply sunscreen on long days and chance of missed coverage! 3) They are actually cooler than without sleeves. Hard to believe at first but with the sweat wicking and light color.... it really doesn't feel bad at all. I should probably do a video on this topic separately but I really do think they're a great idea for long rides.
@trust1235002 күн бұрын
we need that Sohoku jersy and music!
@BestSideCycling2 күн бұрын
I'll bring it back soon :)
@MrAjayz2 күн бұрын
Great video..
@tonyvaldiconza39142 күн бұрын
I rode RSVP with my daughter in 2015. Thanks for bringing back memories of that ride, especially riding around BC Place and seeing the banners from the Women's World Cup.
@BestSideCycling2 күн бұрын
It's really great to be able to do bike rides like these with family! I'm glad it brought back good memories for you and hope you ride it again sometime :)
@timtaylor95902 күн бұрын
get one of those loud air horns in response to the drivers who like to constantly beep as if its useful in anyway. maybe then theyll see how idiotic they are
@BestSideCycling2 күн бұрын
Are you riding RSVP this year? What do you want to know? What did you think of this leg of the journey?
@andrewflanders2622 күн бұрын
I think it if weren't for the e-scooters, we wouldn't have seen this much moved earth for bike infrastructure.
@naviivan1302 күн бұрын
Bromptontline12speed so beautiful 🤩, btw What your height sir ?
@BestSideCycling2 күн бұрын
@@naviivan130 I'm 5'5"
@samuelhartinpasco25533 күн бұрын
While it is very short, I’ve found Blaine from 10th to 9th in Queen Anne is pretty brutal. Compared to my experience on Dravus which is only a few times (cause I try to avoid it) I might say some parts of Blaine feel steeper but it might be placebo. As a sprinter I might also suggest some sections of Bertona just one over from dravus. Especially from 26th to whally it has some steep stuff! Great video:)
@IceArdor3 күн бұрын
Seattle needs bike boulevards: roads that are targeted for local traffic, bikes, scooters, and walking--closed to through traffic. These drivers are so impatient. This video was 5 minutes long. If a driver had to wait behind a cyclist for the entire hill climb, they would have been delayed by 4 minutes. Cars are delayed by 4 minutes all the time on highways and stroads, yet they aren't enraged and honking on those like they are when a lowly cyclist is in front of them.
@J_Smith73 күн бұрын
Well done! I do feel like however in and around queen anne, capitol hill, madrona, beacon hill, west seattle and magnolia are other more yet indiscrete %20+ grades. However, it should be noted dravus is particularly unique and challenging given the pressure of cars stacking up behind (good job at maintaining your cool :). There are few if any %20+ grade main traffic roads. Unclear if Ferry avenue in west seattle i steeper but its long too and the last turn is a surprise cause you cant see the final climb. Also, if you count starting at sea level on harbor avenue i believe its a longer climb vs where dravus levels out at the top. I'll join if you make this one a group ride :)
@BestSideCycling3 күн бұрын
Hahaha! I wouldn't feel comfortable about making it a group ride but I always need people to help me film when it comes to these silly adventures. Reach out and I can give you a msg if I'm headed to West Seattle but Charleston is probably next!
@Alistair_Spence3 күн бұрын
Nice job! This is no joke on any bike, but I would say that doing it on the Brompton added a degree of difficulty. Too bad about the impatient drivers behind you. They should have taken a moment to appreciate how challenging this was.
@BestSideCycling3 күн бұрын
Yeah, in the moment I should have taken those honks as cheers of encouragement :)
@cohese3 күн бұрын
I'm curious if you know your lowest gear "gain ratio" (Sheldon Brown) or gear inches or meters development? I like climbing hills but my bike doesn't have a low-enough gear so I can't take much grade before I need to start pulling up on the bars (my lowest gear is only 2.4 gain ratio or 32.7 gear inches). Were you needing to pull up on the bars in the steepest sections? It looked like a heck of an effort. Congratulations! Love your videos and hope to join you someday on one of your Best Side Summits rides when I get a better bike.
@BestSideCycling3 күн бұрын
Best to express in gear inches due to the difference in wheel size :) It's actually quite decent. Just under 30 for the lowest gear. I definitely need to pull on the bars. My technique is a little bit odd since I find myself a lot more comfortable seated than standing for these efforts (helps with the traction a lot though)
@John-nhoJ3 күн бұрын
@BestSideCycling Hanoch, critics from both sides of the aisle have ridiculed you as someone who only cares about the cyclist class. How do you plan to win the pedestrian and motorist vote ahead of Election Day this November?
@BestSideCycling3 күн бұрын
Haha :) little maybe known secret: I'm Canadian! I wouldn't qualify as your president (even if I was a few years older)
@BromptonChpt33 күн бұрын
Can you answer this question? How about make this video! Can you explain the difference between the P line 4 speed and the T line 12speed? Besides the gearing. My question why? I cannot decide between these 2 as is the extra $2800 more for the T line 12 speed really worth it? How much better is the T line 12 speed performance and ride quality? Appreciate any information on this as I’m getting ready to buy 1 of these. Thanks
@BestSideCycling3 күн бұрын
Haha you can see some of the behind the scenes right at the beginning, my friend is on an electronic unicycle with a GoPro. I wouldn't trust a self-flying drone on such a busy road. P Line 4 Speed and T line 12 speed. We should break that into two questions since there is also P Line 12 speed available. Whether you should get 4 speed vs 12 speed. Then whether you should get T LIne or P Line. 4 Speed vs 12 Speed. Is the addition of the modified IGH to add an extra 3 speeds. Total maybe an extra 2 pounds to the bike. You'll know when you need it. 4 Speed is fine for city riding and flat areas but I did not nearly have enough gears to do the rides I wanted to do in HKG. Most people have an idea where they stand here. P Line vs T Line. An additional I think maybe 2-3 pounds of savings and of course a lot more carbon components. This ultimately comes to whether or not you want the "lightest" version of the Brompton available. Very honestly, the riding quality isn't light years ahead but when I saw the 12 speed coming out... I wanted to invest in my Brompton as it was going to be my main travel bike and the lightest version available. The P Line 12 speed if you can accept it's weight: is going to do everything you want it to do :)
@BromptonChpt33 күн бұрын
I live Federal Way. Appreciate your reply and information to me.
@schlass2654 күн бұрын
That was awesome! Thank you very much for this
@BestSideCycling3 күн бұрын
You're very welcome!
@UWMailing4 күн бұрын
Good video. These people live the life for sure.
@allanohlsen77294 күн бұрын
Very cool.
@thebrommuters62204 күн бұрын
Just 10 words: Nope!!!! Nope Nope Nope Nope Nope Nope Nope Nope Nope!!!! 😂😂😂😂 Leave that to you 😁
@BestSideCycling3 күн бұрын
We have much to ride in HKG!
@sklegg4 күн бұрын
Those drivers were honking in support of your fantastic effort. So nice of them ☺️
@BestSideCycling4 күн бұрын
I know right? I was sort of confused by the end because there was no super high rev passing or anything.
@will_jennings4 күн бұрын
The most impressive part to me was when you slipped off your pedal and somehow instantly were able to start going back up 20%+, for me I would not have been able to get started again after that!
@BestSideCycling4 күн бұрын
That's what adrenaline does xD extra boost in that pedal stroke
@ed00784 күн бұрын
I unfortunately will have to give you a thumbs down on this one only because your inconsiderate approach to traffic which cyclists try not to be. Some drivers are very rude but no cyclist should ever be. You did this just for a video - come on! Think about other people
@SeriesShower4 күн бұрын
He's allowed to go up the hill just as much as any other person, car or not. Somehow the drivers will have to survive being inconvenienced for 5 seconds
@orborb9954 күн бұрын
It's a dashed yellow line so those cars can go into the other lane and pass him if they feel its safe to. He has just as much right to be in that lane as the cars do.
@will_jennings4 күн бұрын
I think the drivers of Magnolia can deal with the temporary inconvenience.
@ed00784 күн бұрын
@@SeriesShowerIt was much more than 5 seconds. There is actually a law that forbids impeding traffic and this gives cyclists a bad name. What you witnessed is why traffic dislikes bicyclist.
@ed00784 күн бұрын
@@orborb995You can try to justify this as much as you like but it is still inconsiderate. And all the “hearts” I see in these comments from its author shows me his character - he can careless avout others
@JohnPowell64 күн бұрын
Wondering when you would get around to my neighborhood. Tremendous effort!
@BestSideCycling4 күн бұрын
What did you think of this climb? Have you done it before? Which should I do next? Did you like the gauges, what other info do you want to see during these efforts? As always, thanks to Matt for helping me film on his EUC!
@PaulMason14 күн бұрын
Power? Heart rate? That is a monster hill. Well done!
@BestSideCycling4 күн бұрын
@@PaulMason1 🤣haha maybe I'll add HR for next time though I suspect it will just steadily rise til my max and hold 😆 my Brompton doesn't have a power meter but you'll see wattage for upcoming videos with my road bike
@demiangodon488216 сағат бұрын
Cool that you did one my neighborhood climbs, but I suspect you now can understand why I’ve only ridden it twice in the 20+ years I’ve lived in Magnolia. Hint, the steepness is not the main reason. I prefer the Lighthouse climb in Discovery Park. 70th up from Magnuson is another good one
@tecapten4 күн бұрын
THank you for sharing this video! very informative! I am definitely do this. Plan to do this month - so hopefully Fuji-san is visible. Anyway, since it's summer, did you notice if they have like shower area? I expect it will be very hot and humid biking around that area this month. Thank you!
@jesuscruz8365 күн бұрын
Why have I not heard of R+E until now?!
@65Swede5 күн бұрын
First time I rode it back in ‘09 the lowest gearing I had was 36x27. I made it nonstop to the top but wow was it hard. I think a 34x34 would be perfect.
@DylanHoule-ky6qc5 күн бұрын
Are you assigned aid groups or are you there to attend to everyone?
@vegyesz895 күн бұрын
Allowing mopeds on bike lanes and bike roads? I am not sure it is a good idea.
@howerk5 күн бұрын
Bel-Red and Northup are nightmares for bikes. Cars going too fast, too many drivers angry at bikers riding on the road. I take the bike paths along 520. I'd love to see those proposed bike lanes.
@MrHappyZorro5 күн бұрын
My old commute prior to moving to Beacon hill. I used to take it every day on a mellow electric scooter. Good video for memories.
@baddriversofcolga5 күн бұрын
Wish we could get this kinda infrastructure in my city...
@grantlauzon52375 күн бұрын
Zebra Armadillo sounds like a creature from Avatar the last Airbender.
@daveleephoto5 күн бұрын
This is really helpful for those of us who live in south Bellevue and want to know the best route to commute in to Seattle. Thank you for posting this!!
@dustinpittman74956 күн бұрын
Was nice to actually see you today on my ride. 7:08, that's me coming down the mountain in your video :D
@danielgray85046 күн бұрын
That guy hand cycling up the hill is a real bad ass
@BestSideCycling6 күн бұрын
@@danielgray8504 totally agreed. He made it to the bottom and said he was glad he didn't die 😂 funny and strong dude
@danielgray85045 күн бұрын
@@BestSideCycling Damn, that’s impressive. Thanks for posting this!
@LeslieRobertsonPAchamber3 күн бұрын
@@BestSideCycling His name is Tom Ahearne and he's amazing!
@JeremyH-vz9zy6 күн бұрын
I ride through here every day for work commuting and for fun! Glad you enjoyed it
@Grunniger616 күн бұрын
Please come back at rush hour; you will be amazed how many bikes....
@Sivah_Akash6 күн бұрын
Anyone has an idea of how free the bike rakes are on public buses to Port Angeles on this day?
@user-nv6li8th7s6 күн бұрын
I literally was thinking about doing this before the year ends. How can i join to your rides guys?
@allanohlsen77296 күн бұрын
Really nice video, Hanoch. Nice Brompton, too. I rode hurricane in 2014, and thought it was a blast. I like all the support of this organized ride, wow. Is this something you need to register for? I may do it next year.
@jazzcatjohn6 күн бұрын
Saw you at the top! This was a really fun ride and the weather was perfect. Will probably do it again next year.
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Was 19lbs the weight of the bike with both pedals?
Well done! How many teeth on your front chain ring? The C line comes with the standard 50-tooth, but 44-tooth and 54-tooth are also available.
Now it’s time to ride all the way down, enjoy the rush. I think we are cyclists know the feeling, know the struggle. I was wondering what kind of gearing he was using all the way up
Go visit Bill Davidson Bicycles in Fremont.
Nice healthy commute for you. Great to be beating the cars along a big chunk of it during rush hour. Keep up the good work!
Looks like fun 😁
Great video as always. It's so special and memorable to ride a long distance tour with family, isn't it? I did STP's with two of my boys separately and the memories so etched in my mind (hopefully theirs too).
Nice video, Hanoch. I've ridden RSVP several times, always fun, but not this year, maybe next. A group of us always stopped at Dutch Mother's in Lynden for breakfast. I actually enjoyed waiting in line at the border. Its a great time to chat with everyone. Before the golden ears bridge was built, we had to take a short ferry across the river. That was always fun. Canada is a favorite place for me. Have a fun ride this year.
Yeah I'm wanting to make this a staple since I'm headed right back home! I never knew that about golden ears, good to know
Love your videos! Question; why do you wear white arm and leg coverings?
3 Reasons for Sun Sleeves! 1) I am quite allergic to bug bites. This is probably the biggest reason as I get swollen limbs otherwise. 2) No need to re-apply sunscreen on long days and chance of missed coverage! 3) They are actually cooler than without sleeves. Hard to believe at first but with the sweat wicking and light color.... it really doesn't feel bad at all. I should probably do a video on this topic separately but I really do think they're a great idea for long rides.
we need that Sohoku jersy and music!
I'll bring it back soon :)
Great video..
I rode RSVP with my daughter in 2015. Thanks for bringing back memories of that ride, especially riding around BC Place and seeing the banners from the Women's World Cup.
It's really great to be able to do bike rides like these with family! I'm glad it brought back good memories for you and hope you ride it again sometime :)
get one of those loud air horns in response to the drivers who like to constantly beep as if its useful in anyway. maybe then theyll see how idiotic they are
Are you riding RSVP this year? What do you want to know? What did you think of this leg of the journey?
I think it if weren't for the e-scooters, we wouldn't have seen this much moved earth for bike infrastructure.
Bromptontline12speed so beautiful 🤩, btw What your height sir ?
@@naviivan130 I'm 5'5"
While it is very short, I’ve found Blaine from 10th to 9th in Queen Anne is pretty brutal. Compared to my experience on Dravus which is only a few times (cause I try to avoid it) I might say some parts of Blaine feel steeper but it might be placebo. As a sprinter I might also suggest some sections of Bertona just one over from dravus. Especially from 26th to whally it has some steep stuff! Great video:)
Seattle needs bike boulevards: roads that are targeted for local traffic, bikes, scooters, and walking--closed to through traffic. These drivers are so impatient. This video was 5 minutes long. If a driver had to wait behind a cyclist for the entire hill climb, they would have been delayed by 4 minutes. Cars are delayed by 4 minutes all the time on highways and stroads, yet they aren't enraged and honking on those like they are when a lowly cyclist is in front of them.
Well done! I do feel like however in and around queen anne, capitol hill, madrona, beacon hill, west seattle and magnolia are other more yet indiscrete %20+ grades. However, it should be noted dravus is particularly unique and challenging given the pressure of cars stacking up behind (good job at maintaining your cool :). There are few if any %20+ grade main traffic roads. Unclear if Ferry avenue in west seattle i steeper but its long too and the last turn is a surprise cause you cant see the final climb. Also, if you count starting at sea level on harbor avenue i believe its a longer climb vs where dravus levels out at the top. I'll join if you make this one a group ride :)
Hahaha! I wouldn't feel comfortable about making it a group ride but I always need people to help me film when it comes to these silly adventures. Reach out and I can give you a msg if I'm headed to West Seattle but Charleston is probably next!
Nice job! This is no joke on any bike, but I would say that doing it on the Brompton added a degree of difficulty. Too bad about the impatient drivers behind you. They should have taken a moment to appreciate how challenging this was.
Yeah, in the moment I should have taken those honks as cheers of encouragement :)
I'm curious if you know your lowest gear "gain ratio" (Sheldon Brown) or gear inches or meters development? I like climbing hills but my bike doesn't have a low-enough gear so I can't take much grade before I need to start pulling up on the bars (my lowest gear is only 2.4 gain ratio or 32.7 gear inches). Were you needing to pull up on the bars in the steepest sections? It looked like a heck of an effort. Congratulations! Love your videos and hope to join you someday on one of your Best Side Summits rides when I get a better bike.
Best to express in gear inches due to the difference in wheel size :) It's actually quite decent. Just under 30 for the lowest gear. I definitely need to pull on the bars. My technique is a little bit odd since I find myself a lot more comfortable seated than standing for these efforts (helps with the traction a lot though)
@BestSideCycling Hanoch, critics from both sides of the aisle have ridiculed you as someone who only cares about the cyclist class. How do you plan to win the pedestrian and motorist vote ahead of Election Day this November?
Haha :) little maybe known secret: I'm Canadian! I wouldn't qualify as your president (even if I was a few years older)
Can you answer this question? How about make this video! Can you explain the difference between the P line 4 speed and the T line 12speed? Besides the gearing. My question why? I cannot decide between these 2 as is the extra $2800 more for the T line 12 speed really worth it? How much better is the T line 12 speed performance and ride quality? Appreciate any information on this as I’m getting ready to buy 1 of these. Thanks
Haha you can see some of the behind the scenes right at the beginning, my friend is on an electronic unicycle with a GoPro. I wouldn't trust a self-flying drone on such a busy road. P Line 4 Speed and T line 12 speed. We should break that into two questions since there is also P Line 12 speed available. Whether you should get 4 speed vs 12 speed. Then whether you should get T LIne or P Line. 4 Speed vs 12 Speed. Is the addition of the modified IGH to add an extra 3 speeds. Total maybe an extra 2 pounds to the bike. You'll know when you need it. 4 Speed is fine for city riding and flat areas but I did not nearly have enough gears to do the rides I wanted to do in HKG. Most people have an idea where they stand here. P Line vs T Line. An additional I think maybe 2-3 pounds of savings and of course a lot more carbon components. This ultimately comes to whether or not you want the "lightest" version of the Brompton available. Very honestly, the riding quality isn't light years ahead but when I saw the 12 speed coming out... I wanted to invest in my Brompton as it was going to be my main travel bike and the lightest version available. The P Line 12 speed if you can accept it's weight: is going to do everything you want it to do :)
I live Federal Way. Appreciate your reply and information to me.
That was awesome! Thank you very much for this
You're very welcome!
Good video. These people live the life for sure.
Very cool.
Just 10 words: Nope!!!! Nope Nope Nope Nope Nope Nope Nope Nope Nope!!!! 😂😂😂😂 Leave that to you 😁
We have much to ride in HKG!
Those drivers were honking in support of your fantastic effort. So nice of them ☺️
I know right? I was sort of confused by the end because there was no super high rev passing or anything.
The most impressive part to me was when you slipped off your pedal and somehow instantly were able to start going back up 20%+, for me I would not have been able to get started again after that!
That's what adrenaline does xD extra boost in that pedal stroke
I unfortunately will have to give you a thumbs down on this one only because your inconsiderate approach to traffic which cyclists try not to be. Some drivers are very rude but no cyclist should ever be. You did this just for a video - come on! Think about other people
He's allowed to go up the hill just as much as any other person, car or not. Somehow the drivers will have to survive being inconvenienced for 5 seconds
It's a dashed yellow line so those cars can go into the other lane and pass him if they feel its safe to. He has just as much right to be in that lane as the cars do.
I think the drivers of Magnolia can deal with the temporary inconvenience.
@@SeriesShowerIt was much more than 5 seconds. There is actually a law that forbids impeding traffic and this gives cyclists a bad name. What you witnessed is why traffic dislikes bicyclist.
@@orborb995You can try to justify this as much as you like but it is still inconsiderate. And all the “hearts” I see in these comments from its author shows me his character - he can careless avout others
Wondering when you would get around to my neighborhood. Tremendous effort!
What did you think of this climb? Have you done it before? Which should I do next? Did you like the gauges, what other info do you want to see during these efforts? As always, thanks to Matt for helping me film on his EUC!
Power? Heart rate? That is a monster hill. Well done!
@@PaulMason1 🤣haha maybe I'll add HR for next time though I suspect it will just steadily rise til my max and hold 😆 my Brompton doesn't have a power meter but you'll see wattage for upcoming videos with my road bike
Cool that you did one my neighborhood climbs, but I suspect you now can understand why I’ve only ridden it twice in the 20+ years I’ve lived in Magnolia. Hint, the steepness is not the main reason. I prefer the Lighthouse climb in Discovery Park. 70th up from Magnuson is another good one
THank you for sharing this video! very informative! I am definitely do this. Plan to do this month - so hopefully Fuji-san is visible. Anyway, since it's summer, did you notice if they have like shower area? I expect it will be very hot and humid biking around that area this month. Thank you!
Why have I not heard of R+E until now?!
First time I rode it back in ‘09 the lowest gearing I had was 36x27. I made it nonstop to the top but wow was it hard. I think a 34x34 would be perfect.
Are you assigned aid groups or are you there to attend to everyone?
Allowing mopeds on bike lanes and bike roads? I am not sure it is a good idea.
Bel-Red and Northup are nightmares for bikes. Cars going too fast, too many drivers angry at bikers riding on the road. I take the bike paths along 520. I'd love to see those proposed bike lanes.
My old commute prior to moving to Beacon hill. I used to take it every day on a mellow electric scooter. Good video for memories.
Wish we could get this kinda infrastructure in my city...
Zebra Armadillo sounds like a creature from Avatar the last Airbender.
This is really helpful for those of us who live in south Bellevue and want to know the best route to commute in to Seattle. Thank you for posting this!!
Was nice to actually see you today on my ride. 7:08, that's me coming down the mountain in your video :D
That guy hand cycling up the hill is a real bad ass
@@danielgray8504 totally agreed. He made it to the bottom and said he was glad he didn't die 😂 funny and strong dude
@@BestSideCycling Damn, that’s impressive. Thanks for posting this!
@@BestSideCycling His name is Tom Ahearne and he's amazing!
I ride through here every day for work commuting and for fun! Glad you enjoyed it
Please come back at rush hour; you will be amazed how many bikes....
Anyone has an idea of how free the bike rakes are on public buses to Port Angeles on this day?
I literally was thinking about doing this before the year ends. How can i join to your rides guys?
Really nice video, Hanoch. Nice Brompton, too. I rode hurricane in 2014, and thought it was a blast. I like all the support of this organized ride, wow. Is this something you need to register for? I may do it next year.
Saw you at the top! This was a really fun ride and the weather was perfect. Will probably do it again next year.