BICYCLING THE SAN JUANS - A SWIFT ADVENTURE

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  • @iwdbuckley
    @iwdbuckley 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I come back to this video frequently. It’s such a nice pre-COVID vibe. Can’t wait to go tripping with friends again.

    • @DG1TAL
      @DG1TAL 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Oof, so true.

  • @thisishowiedewitt76
    @thisishowiedewitt76 5 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Are those art travel kits for sale? I'd love to get one.

    • @GWDadventures
      @GWDadventures 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm wondering the same thing lol

    • @thisishowiedewitt76
      @thisishowiedewitt76 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@GWDadventures They did reply back to me with a link to purchase the kit, but I guess it was deleted. You can get one at expeditionaryart dot com

    • @GWDadventures
      @GWDadventures 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      www6droppin many thanks!

  • @jimmccorison
    @jimmccorison 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Glad you enjoyed Orcas. Those of us who live here like to say that if you can ride Orcas you can ride anywhere. It is definitely the hilliest of the islands. Next time you go up My Constitution, on the switchback where you hit 20% grade, ride on the wrong side of the road, it's a lot less steep. Come back up in 2021 for the Wildlife 100. It's an informal unsupported social ride that covers 100 miles on the 3 major islands. Oh, and for the Wildlife, 100 Mt Constitution is an optional side trip. It's a fun way to see the islands and the distances are optional as there are shorter routes on each island. Plus a good chance to rest and recoup on the ferry ride between each island.

  • @JeraCravoMyself
    @JeraCravoMyself 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Dude, one of your best videos so far!! What a great content on this one! Congrats! You both rock!

  • @MagnusIronside
    @MagnusIronside 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Hey everyone! Play the ‘Path Less Pedaled’ drinking game with us!
    As huge fans we’ve done it twice. Super fan fun.
    Here are the rules and details...
    1. Drink anytime Russ laughs (nervously or otherwise)
    2. Drink anytime he says “Supple”
    3. Drink anytime he compares something to or mentions a Salsa brand product.
    That’s it! Have fun! Enjoy the channel!

    • @BrianRouse
      @BrianRouse 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ha! You’d get tanked pretty quick on #3 alone 😂

    • @buckplasty
      @buckplasty 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Drink anytime he doubles up words. Hittin the grav grav!

  • @nonchalantgarage
    @nonchalantgarage 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is such an awesome idea/trip. I'm going to seattle then the orcas island next week and this was a great preview. Not making water colors but will be shooting lots of 35mm film.

  • @markmiller1315
    @markmiller1315 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    where can I get the travel kit? and Sign up for a tour?

  • @davidbonn8740
    @davidbonn8740 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Oh, and Salt Spring Island is more Orcasy than Orcas.

  • @davidbonn8740
    @davidbonn8740 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    When on Orcas, the greatest ride is Killebrew Lake Road and Dolphin Bay Road.

  • @outbackwack368
    @outbackwack368 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Man, that trip truly forces you to stop, experience situational awareness and smell the roses! Good job!

  • @phxrsx
    @phxrsx 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This looks like more fun than riding until I throw up. haha.

  • @Radnally
    @Radnally 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Where can we get those water color kits?

  • @inkjob12
    @inkjob12 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    loved the video. Orcas Island...the site of a very famous Ultra Running race. I consider my self to be artistic but I have never tried Water Color painting...you got me curious to try it. Im going to do some internet research on how to get started...who knows I may find a new hobby. Again...loved the video...keep them coming...

  • @automat8
    @automat8 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks Russ. Do these folks sell those micro paint kits. I know someone who could make use of it. Thanks.

  • @scubajunkee
    @scubajunkee 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Been a fan for a few months now. This is by far one of my favorite episodes. Making art and riding bikes! How can I can my hands on the art kit? Would love to have one. Looking forward to the next video. - Ericson

  • @barrybogart5436
    @barrybogart5436 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    That was cool. I used to do the four islands at least once a year. Lopez is everyone's fav but they are all good. I like to camp on the Spit though. Too bad you didn't experience Shaw when the nuns ran the ferry dock and there was this little strip of a campground on the water. I'm glad you got all the way up Constitution. I've done Rainier and Baker and most climbs in BC but Constitution is special. San Juan is too busy but the campground on the ocean is cool.

  • @esarempee
    @esarempee 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Loved this, inspired me to grab some watercolours and give it a bash. Thanks!

  • @jeffkatzer
    @jeffkatzer 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice to see you riding through my backyard. How did you like Washington Park in Anacortes? We love that place.

  • @eniojurko
    @eniojurko 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice ride and awesome Kona! That Rove is gorgeous with those bags! I love everything about it..

  • @danielwilliams8397
    @danielwilliams8397 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Miss Daniel Smith Art! Great video!

  • @orci77
    @orci77 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Russ any social links of the guys you ride with?

  • @brianbechtol7329
    @brianbechtol7329 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The content on this channel just keeps getting better and better

  • @gsrossco
    @gsrossco 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wonderful video, one of my favourites thus far.

  • @markboomershine5072
    @markboomershine5072 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Got my Pamplemousse in hand, let the show begin.

  • @mrski4945
    @mrski4945 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    What is the music in the first 2 min. of the video?

  • @rjanosek
    @rjanosek 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Which campground did you stay at?

  • @lloydadkins885
    @lloydadkins885 ปีที่แล้ว

    how would I get a travel water color kit like that?

  • @phxrsx
    @phxrsx 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Whats 'value studies?"

    • @PathLessPedaledTV
      @PathLessPedaledTV  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Small painting in single tone to identify the dark, middle and light shades.

  • @XSHAUNTATUMX
    @XSHAUNTATUMX 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    What is that bag that the art kit is in?

  • @danbolton3180
    @danbolton3180 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    What, what, what, wait, w h a t, cool.

  • @ruyveng
    @ruyveng 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Random question - those bikes have 26" wheels?

  • @desert.mantis
    @desert.mantis 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice painting, Russ. Fun ride, too. I've driven Orcas Island; I need to bike it sometime.I'll do it when the art teachers are absent, though.

  • @trasher073
    @trasher073 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Really great Video. I follow your channel over a year now and i like your style and content very much. And this Video is one of the most interesting, atmospheric and most entertaining videos I‘ve seen about Bikepaking trips. Maybe because it isn’t one of these 20000 miles through the desert ones. This is something that can experience everyone who likes riding bikes. Really great trip. Amazing sceneries. And your painting is really good too. Greetings from Germany.

  • @tothetracks
    @tothetracks 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is a great video. Thanks for sharing. My folks live out there. Would be so handy if you’d add links to thinking like Swift Adventures in your video descriptions. - I know I know I can google. Just love a quick link tap.

  • @amadeusb4
    @amadeusb4 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Catkin Cafe is another good place on the island. Good eats and they also have an art studio there. It's in Olga south of Moran State Park. I'm surprised you didn't have any deer encounters. The place is overrun with these pygmy deer.

  • @879doogie
    @879doogie 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome video. Love the scenery. I think i saw a red Bike Friday brand bike @16:39.... 8-D

  • @grvl307
    @grvl307 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Lol, losing watts on your brake levers is not that significant with a boxy handlebar bag like that... Or cycling in loose fitting kit..... 😅 When I'm training on my road bike, I care about aero. On my gravel bike: fun is priority #1 😃

  • @mhe8545
    @mhe8545 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Want to hear the review on the Shimano GRX gearing and if sufficient for climbing on gravel mountain roads.

  • @jessegarcia8123
    @jessegarcia8123 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looking forward to hearing your opinion on the Rove ST vs NRB DL and how the material/weight difference affects the ride. Also your thoughts on the Rove ST vs the Norco Search Steel.

  • @kelliestapleton6582
    @kelliestapleton6582 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    yes, is Swift selling those art kits? Currently using a Rivendell bag but still too big! Could you at least list the contents of the ket and/or name of manufacturer of items or links?

  • @KoroWerks
    @KoroWerks 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    hey, Russ, you can keep a small bag of dry sand and use that to dry your watercolours without smearing, just remember to reuse the sand, and keep it dry.

  • @BarronFujimoto
    @BarronFujimoto 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I enjoy your videos, but this is by far my favorite! Love the riding and watercolors!!

  • @VanJolene
    @VanJolene 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love Blackwing pencils, too. My fave is the pearl and 301s. I have a few of the special editions, but I haven't used them yet. So cool to have those tiny watercolor kits. Sorry it rained so much. Lopez is my fave.

  • @markhladun3896
    @markhladun3896 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video, took me back 25 years when I toured Washington and Oregon. Nice to see the lush west coast again. Love your channel. The reviews of the bikes and gear are exactly what interests me.
    Keep up the great work

  • @lesleykenwood2715
    @lesleykenwood2715 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I too purchased the seeker travelers kit but I'm filling it with color pencils instead. Most of my biketouring bags are from Swift Industries.

  • @TheCrazyhorse4life
    @TheCrazyhorse4life 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow great video. Putting this on my bucket list.

  • @bigmontyjones8769
    @bigmontyjones8769 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey what is the blue shirt you are wearing in this video. Looking for something just like that thx.

  • @Trainy2
    @Trainy2 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Man, you needed an e-bike for that climb up Mt. Constitution

  • @peppermintp2610
    @peppermintp2610 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yoda Voice: In your element, you were. Good to see you enjoying some riding, exploring!

  • @michaelgoddard9089
    @michaelgoddard9089 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Fun video Russ. Looked like everyone had a good time nerding out and riding bikes.

  • @schlooonginator1227
    @schlooonginator1227 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Im in Victoria which is also in the "rain shadow" and we get a third of the rain Vancouver gets.

  • @johnbobey
    @johnbobey 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'll chime in as well--I'd love one of the travel art kits...for sale?

  • @aledge6317
    @aledge6317 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    you should check out the mason bokeh gravel bike

  • @krazykat3063
    @krazykat3063 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video I'm also an artist and cyclist👍

  • @TrevorGay
    @TrevorGay 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey Russ, what camera(s) are you using in this?

  • @edcatt9196
    @edcatt9196 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice watercolor sketch, Russ!

  • @francisbombus3949
    @francisbombus3949 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    pure pleasure...thanks for that ✌🏻

  • @li2uo
    @li2uo 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Absolutely wonderful!

  • @htdtr
    @htdtr 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Art is dope btw, sounds like a great idea for a trip

  • @alexball5907
    @alexball5907 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice to see the different art styles

  • @51249ca
    @51249ca 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Like an alien group of green tent people

  • @GWDadventures
    @GWDadventures 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    love the channel!

  • @10lbsandwich
    @10lbsandwich 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Captured the weekend perfectly!

  • @karencooper6634
    @karencooper6634 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    ahhhh, loved this trip

  • @htdtr
    @htdtr 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    So the zeitgeist is a carradice copy? Any better/worse/different?

    • @PathLessPedaledTV
      @PathLessPedaledTV  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Lighter. More strapping points. More color options. Modern closures. Better availability in the US.

  • @thegefster1988
    @thegefster1988 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Go HUSKIES! UW

  • @illyadmark3223
    @illyadmark3223 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Would love to do the ride, my wifey can do the painting! How do I get signed up?

    • @illyadmark3223
      @illyadmark3223 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      What type of cycle computer is mounted to your bars?

  • @automat8
    @automat8 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great island!

  • @DrewPeabawls
    @DrewPeabawls 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Another cool video, PLP! Can anyone ID the shoes at 10:37?

  • @Greggsvlog
    @Greggsvlog 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Cool vid.

  • @xyzxyx1299
    @xyzxyx1299 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Are these cycles 27.5 or 29 wheels

  • @anthonyescobedo2142
    @anthonyescobedo2142 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    4 years of gravel grinding, watched this and it has sparked my interest in Bikepacking. I just picked up a Swift Rove and might take it for a trip this weekend.

  • @nilstills
    @nilstills 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I feel like you only showed half of what could be done since you drove onto the ferry. We parked at Anacortes and biked on - did Lopez and Shaw. Over Memorial Day weekend we saw a flotilla of bikes (with trailers, carrying all of the supplies (even a full sided canoe!!)). No hashtag van life there. Go big and go far.

    • @PathLessPedaledTV
      @PathLessPedaledTV  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Can’t make everyone happy. Also the point of the trip was to make art. 🤷🏽‍♂️

    • @nilstills
      @nilstills 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@PathLessPedaledTV You did make me happy! It was just a suggestion to try it sometime! It was freedom.