What an awesome few days exploring the British countryside & who better to share that experience with than Simon. We had an amazing few days Bikepacking & wild camping around Suffolk, taking in the views, food & local historical places. too much to see in just one weekend, fingers crossed we can arrange another great adventure like this one soon. Massive thank you to Simon for joining me on this trip, it was an absolute honour to meet such a charismatic & humble guy. Peace
Thank you mate! I had a fantastic weekend - you are a great guide, knowledgeable, patient (with me and my slow trudges up them hills 🤣) and good company! Look forward to our next adventure!
Hi folks, I forgot to mention Luke’s video - he was also filming the trip, Here’s the link th-cam.com/video/Q0ZrQCMvIRI/w-d-xo.html - I’ve also put a link to his channel in the description box - he’s got huge amounts of excellent content on bike packing, cycle touring, bushcraft, kit and all sorts, so please head over and take a look. Cheers, Simon
Thanks for this Simon. I've delved into Luke's video in the past, I've seen his name in my own channel comments. Always good to see fellow TH-camrs meeting up, something sadly missing from the last couple of years. Always love your videos Simon, both engaging, but also very relaxing!
@@AnvilAirsoftTV feel free to follow mine, as I do lots of bikepacking trips and going to be filming lots this year. I am new to youtube but have always done bikepacking trips across europe and UK
Great content as always Simon. Love seeing the English countryside through your eyes since I'll never be able to afford to travel abroad. Can't wait to see more.
Are you in the US? I guess South America could be a lot more affordable for you guys to do some bike touring? How costly are the flights to there from the US?
Awesome video Simon. i did a mtb climb camp and decend in Germany while i was serving there and one in Scotland they wherent solo but we did sleep under basha's Tarps) cooked on open fire, and enjyed a few wee tipples in the evenings as well as a rather random walk down to the local pub (which took a lot longer to get to than we'd have liked on our first night out in Bavaria) Anyways you truly can beat that soirt of thing the bike lets you get a lot further than you can in the given time on foot .... plus the decent takes a quarter of the time and its awesome fun. Great video mate well done
Love that effort you didin the waking up scene, you've obviously already got up and set the camera up and then you jump back in to the bivy and put on that Oscar or bafta award winning check of the head and lung cleanser. And award for best supporting actor goes to your beanie.
Those little clips of the seashore and the wind blowing there at the end makes me think you should build a sail for your bike also lol. Great video. I am not a city dweller, the parts of the UK you show are always interesting to me. Small towns and villages and the great outdoors. Keep up the good work.
I agree. This is very interesting. American schools teach us nothing about the UK geography…except that the Beatles came from Liverpool. :( (There are the exceptions…a few of us read books when we were kids).
@@tcschenks Yeah it’s pretty sad that a lot of our ancestors came from that area and how little we really know about it. Every time he takes a walk or goes for a paddle and show us his maps I am on Google earth checking the place out. It would really be nice to be able to take a trip there someday and spend a couple of weeks just checking out the different areas.
Yes that white water shoot was awesome. But I have to admit I almost teared up when he broke the bottom of that Cedar strip canoe. I like building things myself so I know how much time in care goes into projects. It was nice to watch him repair it and it looked good as new.
@@tcschenks The UK is an amazing place with beautiful landscapes. Found out I was 1/3 Scotch and visited for a month prior to retiring. Love the country, hate the political climate (just like home).
Just offering a suggestion from an old bicycle tourist. Try raising your saddle about two inches. Your leg should be nearly fully extended ( with a slight bend ) when you place your foot on the "down peddle" when sitting on your saddle. You will surprised the difference it will have on knee pain.
Brilliant stuff lads , great trip. Love a bit of mtbiking and a good bit of camping so what's better than combining them both and with a few beers and a steak or two ya can't go wrong . Cheers Simon Atb Rick n Billydog
Simon, love the sound intro/exit. Your video quality is impressive. From across the pond I watch your videos every week. Thank you as well as Richard and Andy for redirecting my attention through the political hot mess these days.
Awesome episode Sir Simon! Cant wait for part 2. The steaks and mash looked absolutely Stunning 😋👌! Cheers Brotha from across the pond, California 🇺🇸 👊🏼😎🤙🏼
Ahh cracking mate, that's proper got me in the mood to bike pack. Fantastic new bike Simon, looks ace that and my my, your right about the thick tyres. Very enjoyable camp too, lovely food and a beer or two! Look forward to next week's part 2
I love your videos, makes me wish I was 25 years younger. Sadly my cycling days are long gone and I think my bikes would be useless down little lanes and in and out of trees. One has a 600cc engine, the other is a 650cc, which incidentally I treated myself to a few months back. Keep the videos coming, great stuff!
Got to say Simon is the best British bushcraft /camping on you tube. Should get more views. If I was stranded I would want him rather than Kent or the other ones
I'm loving the channel! Of course; there are 2 ways to eat a good steak - rare, almost bleu and the wrong way! Greetings from Canada 🇨🇦 and well done! Oh dear! At 20:21 your steak looked over done. 😱
Brilliant trip so far Simon. I know the Southwold coast well walked and biked it quite a bit, so looking forward to that episode too. Quick question, did you filter water when you found it or buy en-route? Perhaps you can do a kit load out for us too? Atb. Paul.
Simon how is Maggie I am sure you miss taking her with you. I had a Sheppard that I took with me. I Lost her years ago. She was a very good and Loving companion
On my the Leg Cramps! First long ride on my motorcycle in a group! Must have looked funny as Heck to those behind me?! Bought the additional foot rests so I can now place my feet in Different places. Dinner looked tantalizing. Keep my cow Mooing as it hits the plate! Nice Video Again! Keep the Smiles coming and say HI to Family for All Watching!
Loved this video man. Nice relaxing vibes. Just got into bikepacking a year ago and did a few overnighters. Working my way up to longer trips and this was very inspiring. Keep on rocking!
Love it Simon, great video and that castle was amazing. Can’t wait to see the rest. Really glad you got to enjoy some Black Rifle coffee. It’s a bit of a movement here across the pond. Owned, managed, and run by veterans. Loved seeing you have it over there.
I'm pretty much a new subscriber and a now retired combat soldier liking all that you bring to us, are you ever doing any more in Kent? I only wish that my wounds that I took in my hips while on active duty overseas would let me enjoy doing just what you do.
Hi guys, this was very relaxing, a good day for you and a tasty meal a the end of it, I'm looking forward to the next one, stay safe ,best wishe's to all, Stuart Uk.
I miss the old Kona!! The sender looks awesome though. Anyway brilliant film and loved all the effort into different camera angles. That's not easy constantly changes positions to film stuff whilst enjoying your break from modern life . Cheers
You sure do find some great places to go and site see. Like your camping setup. Not many places like that in Ohio to just pull off and camp.. looking forward to part two.
Looked like a great trip Simon. Nice landscape around. Of your legs are cramping take a vitamin E and drink plenty of water. Nice video, can't wait for part 2.... Thank you for the video and your time and trouble. Stay safe and Take Care....hugs to Maggie. When are you and Andy going off on an adventure??
Fantastic video as always Simon 😁 I never really go to Suffolk, but it looks gorgeous ! This bike ride would be perfect for me, combining the coast with lots of historic interest along the way ! Part two looks like it's going to be great 😃
Got a got Sonder myself, the Colibri Ti, have considering the Camino in the past, gonna drift into gravel and off-road adventures once the Summer is dusted I think. Looks loads of funny getting away from traffic and just plotting a route through the woods.
What an awesome few days exploring the British countryside & who better to share that experience with than Simon. We had an amazing few days Bikepacking & wild camping around Suffolk, taking in the views, food & local historical places. too much to see in just one weekend, fingers crossed we can arrange another great adventure like this one soon. Massive thank you to Simon for joining me on this trip, it was an absolute honour to meet such a charismatic & humble guy. Peace
Thank you mate! I had a fantastic weekend - you are a great guide, knowledgeable, patient (with me and my slow trudges up them hills 🤣) and good company! Look forward to our next adventure!
Hi folks, I forgot to mention Luke’s video - he was also filming the trip, Here’s the link th-cam.com/video/Q0ZrQCMvIRI/w-d-xo.html - I’ve also put a link to his channel in the description box - he’s got huge amounts of excellent content on bike packing, cycle touring, bushcraft, kit and all sorts, so please head over and take a look.
Cheers,
Simon
Thanks. Looking for some good bike packing channels.
Very nice, Simon and Luke! Looks like you had a great first day!
Thanks for this Simon. I've delved into Luke's video in the past, I've seen his name in my own channel comments. Always good to see fellow TH-camrs meeting up, something sadly missing from the last couple of years. Always love your videos Simon, both engaging, but also very relaxing!
@@AnvilAirsoftTV feel free to follow mine, as I do lots of bikepacking trips and going to be filming lots this year. I am new to youtube but have always done bikepacking trips across europe and UK
Thank you , Simon .
🐺 Loupis Caniss .
We are so fortunate to go on these adventures with you. As always, thank you!!
Oh man, I love this stuff. Tour of the countryside and a fine campfire meal. Thanks, Simon.
Beautiful n Fun Content Mr. Simon🌹
Respect to you from Georgia USA 🌹
I am always so happy when I see a new video pop up! Cheers from Sweden the land of Oboy
Great content as always Simon. Love seeing the English countryside through your eyes since I'll never be able to afford to travel abroad. Can't wait to see more.
Are you in the US? I guess South America could be a lot more affordable for you guys to do some bike touring? How costly are the flights to there from the US?
Awesome video Simon. i did a mtb climb camp and decend in Germany while i was serving there and one in Scotland they wherent solo but we did sleep under basha's Tarps) cooked on open fire, and enjyed a few wee tipples in the evenings as well as a rather random walk down to the local pub (which took a lot longer to get to than we'd have liked on our first night out in Bavaria) Anyways you truly can beat that soirt of thing the bike lets you get a lot further than you can in the given time on foot .... plus the decent takes a quarter of the time and its awesome fun.
Great video mate well done
Nice wee episode and your mates so chill too loved it thank you 🙏🏼
Love that effort you didin the waking up scene, you've obviously already got up and set the camera up and then you jump back in to the bivy and put on that Oscar or bafta award winning check of the head and lung cleanser. And award for best supporting actor goes to your beanie.
Decent trip, Simon. The steaks looked beautiful. 👍
Waiting for the next episode. ✌️
Those little clips of the seashore and the wind blowing there at the end makes me think you should build a sail for your bike also lol. Great video. I am not a city dweller, the parts of the UK you show are always interesting to me. Small towns and villages and the great outdoors. Keep up the good work.
I agree. This is very interesting. American schools teach us nothing about the UK geography…except that the Beatles came from Liverpool. :(
(There are the exceptions…a few of us read books when we were kids).
@@tcschenks Yeah it’s pretty sad that a lot of our ancestors came from that area and how little we really know about it. Every time he takes a walk or goes for a paddle and show us his maps I am on Google earth checking the place out. It would really be nice to be able to take a trip there someday and spend a couple of weeks just checking out the different areas.
@@safarijoesadventures Yes. That whitewater shoot into Loch Ness looked awesome.
Yes that white water shoot was awesome. But I have to admit I almost teared up when he broke the bottom of that Cedar strip canoe. I like building things myself so I know how much time in care goes into projects. It was nice to watch him repair it and it looked good as new.
@@tcschenks The UK is an amazing place with beautiful landscapes. Found out I was 1/3 Scotch and visited for a month prior to retiring. Love the country, hate the political climate (just like home).
Love it...steak & mash...well done lads..
Very nice video. Music is fantastic too. Thanks Simon!
That castle was cool indeed.
Yet another superior video from "the bloke in the woods." We always enjoy content that includes a country as a whole, not just life in cramped cities.
Great footage, interesting places and great camping. Amazing all your gear goes into those small bags. Minimalistic 👍
Thanks Simon.😃Was super fun.🤨 Already looking forward to part two, and glad there is one.😉 LOL.🙂 Be well.😊
new to your channel but loving all the biking content!
Just offering a suggestion from an old bicycle tourist. Try raising your saddle about two inches. Your leg should be nearly fully extended ( with a slight bend ) when you place your foot on the "down peddle" when sitting on your saddle. You will surprised the difference it will have on knee pain.
Good advice that
Awesome bike camp trip ! Love the history of our English cousins across the pond.
As usual, great video Simon 👍👍
Beautiful places! I'm astounded by how little traffic there is on the roads. So nice!
Brilliant stuff lads , great trip. Love a bit of mtbiking and a good bit of camping so what's better than combining them both and with a few beers and a steak or two ya can't go wrong .
Cheers Simon
Atb Rick n Billydog
Simon, love the sound intro/exit. Your video quality is impressive. From across the pond I watch your videos every week. Thank you as well as Richard and Andy for redirecting my attention through the political hot mess these days.
Awesome episode Sir Simon! Cant wait for part 2. The steaks and mash looked absolutely Stunning 😋👌! Cheers Brotha from across the pond, California 🇺🇸 👊🏼😎🤙🏼
Simon, anytime you want to take us on a bike trip please do, this is a marvelous episode.
Really enjoyed this but it’s making me homesick!
Ahh cracking mate, that's proper got me in the mood to bike pack. Fantastic new bike Simon, looks ace that and my my, your right about the thick tyres. Very enjoyable camp too, lovely food and a beer or two! Look forward to next week's part 2
I love your videos, makes me wish I was 25 years younger. Sadly my cycling days are long gone and I think my bikes would be useless down little lanes and in and out of trees. One has a 600cc engine, the other is a 650cc, which incidentally I treated myself to a few months back. Keep the videos coming, great stuff!
I must say Suffolk the greatest place on earth I pleased you shared our trip, many thanks
Got to say Simon is the best British bushcraft /camping on you tube. Should get more views. If I was stranded I would want him rather than Kent or the other ones
Love Suffolk & Southwold is one of my favourite towns. Thanks for sharing your adventure Simon.
I’m currently on the sofa feeling rough but inspired to plan my next bike overnighter as soon as I’m better. Brilliant. Can’t wait for part two!
Love this channel and the places you visit are breathtaking and I enjoy the honest content you do. Look forward to you and andy doing more together
You live in such a beautiful place. Very much enjoyed "sharing" your camp meal. Looked delicious. Just what a body needs after a long trip.
Great to meet some fellow Smash-men
Woodbridge hey ! My part of the world, there this morning actually. Brilliant dog walking along the Deben .
I really like this video and so fun to watch.
Awesome. Those fish and chips look bloody beautiful! Can't wait for part 2!
This is the best channel on TH-cam
What a great trip. Wonderful way to see the views.
Love watching your vlogs. Very interesting 👍
another great vid Simon. . i think i would change that bikes small chain wheel for a larger one. . keep em coming please. . Al. X.
You have great music in your videos. Finland out.
Wonderful video. Memories of drives in the British country side as a youngster with my parents. I'd love to back to the UK one day.
Great to see you out there. Thumbs up and take care.
I'm loving the channel! Of course; there are 2 ways to eat a good steak - rare, almost bleu and the wrong way!
Greetings from Canada 🇨🇦 and well done!
Oh dear! At 20:21 your steak looked over done. 😱
Thanks Simon, fantastic video throughly enjoyed...
As a very homesick East Suffolk expat, I love this video even more than usual, thank you!
Brilliant trip so far Simon. I know the Southwold coast well walked and biked it quite a bit, so looking forward to that episode too. Quick question, did you filter water when you found it or buy en-route? Perhaps you can do a kit load out for us too? Atb. Paul.
Simon how is Maggie I am sure you miss taking her with you. I had a Sheppard that I took with me. I Lost her years ago. She was a very good and Loving companion
We bought water as we needed it - the good thing about a road based bike trip is that you are never too far from a shop 😁
Yes indeed. Good call. Cheers Simon.
Nice to see some different bits of countryside, thanks!
Nice adventure, thanks for inviting us along. 👍
Very nice trip. Thank you for sharing
Thanks for sharing the adventure! I look forward to part 2.
Great video Simon 👍. Thnks for taking us along 😀
What a sunny trip 🤗👍
On my the Leg Cramps! First long ride on my motorcycle in a group! Must have looked funny as Heck to those behind me?! Bought the additional foot rests so I can now place my feet in Different places. Dinner looked tantalizing. Keep my cow Mooing as it hits the plate! Nice Video Again! Keep the Smiles coming and say HI to Family for All Watching!
Great video as usual Simon. Thanks again and for introducing us to hippyswift.
Loved this video man. Nice relaxing vibes. Just got into bikepacking a year ago and did a few overnighters. Working my way up to longer trips and this was very inspiring. Keep on rocking!
Beautiful country. Thanks for the tour.
Love it Simon, great video and that castle was amazing. Can’t wait to see the rest.
Really glad you got to enjoy some Black Rifle coffee. It’s a bit of a movement here across the pond. Owned, managed, and run by veterans. Loved seeing you have it over there.
Loved hearing the pheasants off in the distance!
What an awesome little adventure! Thank you guys!
Anothet cracking film Simon, always entertaining! Thanks for taking the time. 🖖👍👊😊
Cracking video Simon, wild camping and biking, what's not to like. Best of both worlds. Looking forward to the next episode.
Enjoying the scenery of my home county all the way from Canada. Thanks Bloke!
Awesome video again and Simon you got yourself a new bike
Totally awesome dude
I love the bike for camping etc, it really takes the weight off the gear well, really enjoyable watch, sausages battered😍
Very cool., the fish and chips looked great. Nice bikes also
Looks like a great time! thanks for sharing with us. Stay safe my friend!
Excellent stuff! That bike really looks the business too.
Great video Simon! Love your content and your beautiful country.
Awesome buddy awesome… cheers Chris & Sam
Simon a bloke on a bike. Such varied trips - thanks for putting us in the saddlebag this time!
I'm jealous! I have wanted to do something like this forever. Well done. Enjoy the ride and history.
Nice first day of the trip, lovely castle and lovely grub.
Cracking video Simon, looked like great Craic !... Roll on part 2.,!!
I'm pretty much a new subscriber and a now retired combat soldier liking all that you bring to us, are you ever doing any more in Kent? I only wish that my wounds that I took in my hips while on active duty overseas would let me enjoy doing just what you do.
Smashing video Simon. Lovely part of the world, look forward to part 2. Have to do the area around Eye next time!
Hi guys, this was very relaxing, a good day for you and a tasty meal a the end of it, I'm looking forward to the next one, stay safe ,best wishe's to all, Stuart Uk.
Cold face .... malarkey!..... Love it.
Great time being had. So very awesome. Take care.
So much history over there it's mind boggling. We just don't have that here in the USA. But we do have Idahoan potatoes ;).
Great video Simon! Can't wait for the next one!
Nice video, very enjoyable. The beauty of the countryside is spot on. Your food looked very good. Cheers
Great video Simon a bloke on a bike and shout out to hippyswift watched both your channels for a long time 👍
Love your bike Simon. Huge fan of all your work.
I miss the old Kona!! The sender looks awesome though. Anyway brilliant film and loved all the effort into different camera angles. That's not easy constantly changes positions to film stuff whilst enjoying your break from modern life . Cheers
Beautiful trip! Looking forward to part 2!
Immensely enjoyable vid Simon. Great to see Luke out on the bike too👌👏KTF🙏
Brilliant and has pushed me to get my bike out Simon.
PS I really enjoyed the dig and in the film Ralph Fiennes character lives in your village.
You sure do find some great places to go and site see. Like your camping setup. Not many places like that in Ohio to just pull off and camp.. looking forward to part two.
Looked like a great trip Simon. Nice landscape around. Of your legs are cramping take a vitamin E and drink plenty of water. Nice video, can't wait for part 2....
Thank you for the video and your time and trouble. Stay safe and Take Care....hugs to Maggie.
When are you and Andy going off on an adventure??
Hi . it looked like a nice trip, it was a nice castle,
Another awesome video cheers Simon keep up the great work enjoyin your videos 👍 👏
Fantastic video as always Simon 😁 I never really go to Suffolk, but it looks gorgeous ! This bike ride would be perfect for me, combining the coast with lots of historic interest along the way ! Part two looks like it's going to be great 😃
Well worth a trip Heather - you’d love it with all the history 😃
More bike camping adventures, please !
Got a got Sonder myself, the Colibri Ti, have considering the Camino in the past, gonna drift into gravel and off-road adventures once the Summer is dusted I think. Looks loads of funny getting away from traffic and just plotting a route through the woods.
Definitely Richard - loads of fun!
Mine is the Frontier, superb adventure bike 👍👍
Quality once again. Thank you.