Bikepacking Guide - Cooking While Bikepacking

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  • เผยแพร่เมื่อ 28 ส.ค. 2024
  • In this video we go over different cooking options you can use for your bikepacking trip.
    From a full cooking set to a small trangia stove, there's a tonne of options available for cooking at your camp. We look at the sizes of each cooking setup, pros and cons, and show you an example of a tasty meal you can make in minutes that'll keep you fueled up.
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  • @timnewland4186
    @timnewland4186 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Charity band around the lip of your mug/pot...genius !

  • @jimbojet8728
    @jimbojet8728 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I think most of us have several forms of cooking, don’t we? I know I have. From the expensive Jetboil Minimo, to Trangia, other gas stoves, titanium pots and pans etc. Then I have different types of coffee maker, my fav being the Aeropress. It depends how many nights I’m going to spend away and meals I plan to cook, to decide on the cooking gear I’m going to take. A small Ti gas stove for a brew ‘on the go’ maybe the Ti Trangia burner and a stand if I want to cook something simple, usually some sort of fry up. I also just enjoy using a Trangia, I just love the smell of the fuel burning. If I’m near a place where I can buy food though, I usually go for that, then just brew up at camp. I like to fill a flask too, before turning in, then I can make a cuppa if I’m restless during the night. It’s important to keep the load light. It’s very easy for gear quantity to get out of hand, which does spoil the day’s cycling. My pet hate is the Spork! I never carry one. Never saw the need. I take a knife and fork and spoon! They weigh nothing these days and I prefer to use ‘proper’ utensils. Thanks for the vid.

  • @tonydean2541
    @tonydean2541 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Love that Charity band idea, simple and cheap but so effective. Brilliant. Subbed to your channel 👍

    • @Restrapltd
      @Restrapltd  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      We'll have more top tips coming soon ;)

    • @mrljgibson
      @mrljgibson 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      What if you took the handle away and just had rows of charity bands?

  • @jameskolar9655
    @jameskolar9655 ปีที่แล้ว

    A second viewing of this vid. I enjoyed it again! Thank you.

  • @tillybronte
    @tillybronte 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    A young Elvis Costello! Thanks for the series of videos

  • @jameskolar9655
    @jameskolar9655 ปีที่แล้ว

    A great vid from you. Your knowledge and experience is self evident, I trust your viewpoints they are similar to my own. I enjoyed this vid thank you.

  • @suminshizzles6951
    @suminshizzles6951 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ditch the gas canisters unless you are going high altitude. Trangia is fine at lower altitudes and takes up neither too much space, nor weight. I use a trangia and a military mess kit. A small mess kit. Two U shaped bent bike spokes for the stand that fit inside the mess kit. And as you suggested i also take a smaller bottle for fuel. 330ml on trips of ten days. zippo lighters are a no no for me. They evaporate fuel all day long and you run the risk of them being out of fuel when you need them. I use a standard plastic lighter and have some military matches as backups. I use the cous cous packs as well. Just add water. Pasta packs if i feel like a change. Good tip about cooking the cous cous in the bags. I never thought about that. For those like me that stick to paved roads and have DI2 i suggest you do not forget your DI2 charger :)

    • @mrljgibson
      @mrljgibson 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'd suggest just not having too many things to charge. The simpler the setup the less likely it is to fail.

  • @julesmorrissey
    @julesmorrissey 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice - top tip about the charity band!

  • @JamiedoesWildBikepacking
    @JamiedoesWildBikepacking 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great vid. I generally use gas. When I use my Trangia alcohol stove I use methanol, it doesn’t smell when burning. ATB

  • @jimbojet8728
    @jimbojet8728 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you. Interesting!

  • @PhilSnider
    @PhilSnider 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Really diggin the new videos! Keep them coming! This makes my bikepacking food video seem like I take too much :/

  • @JochenSteglich
    @JochenSteglich ปีที่แล้ว

    What all these devices have in common is that they are not designed for cooking, but rather for heating water. Perfect for those who eat only dehydrated meals.
    On longer trips, it's probably more practical to buy fresh food on the go to cook on a stainless trekking system (e.g. Trangia, etc). But that's just my personal preference.

  • @SkywalkFPV
    @SkywalkFPV 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just to add some info.. 99.9% (Bio-Ethanol) Ethyl alcohol is the best fuel for the 'alcohol' stove instead of cheaper meths showed in this video that would leave color, stink and what not.. Ethanol burns just as long and hot and needs less time priming, it also burns clean with no odor or soot at all and also has other functions, like being able to clean things like equipment.. I also like the fact there is zero waste to keep within the leave no trace mindset.. The gas canister options for example render waste when empty, also the pressure that keep the gas pressurized adds volume to your system, which does not provide any benefits.. Just carrying a bottle of alcohol can be refueled, leaves no trash and is cheaper to maintain in the long run.. Also the 'Whitebox' alcohol stove' has no moving parts and does not fail (and is way faster than Triangia to boil) it is also somewhat impossible to break and could last a lifetime.. (I prefer the Toaks Titanium burner with pot stand) Gas can attachments could have failing clickers, o-rings, fuel adjuster and what not.. And I need to add that in cold weather proved by deep winter campers, the gas cans could easily render useless - the pressurized air inside gas cans might freeze and you lose pressure, where alcohol itself cannot freeze.. (you might want to keep it at body temperature if possible to lower the time it needs to prime, can be good advice for cold climates) That being said alcohol burners are the best all-round stoves, the most cheap, lightweight, durable and versatile option for heating water there is on the market.. Outdoor companies will not provide all this info, because they would not make enough money from you, if all other camping stove product are actually proven to be less worthwhile.. Hope this added info might help someone and adds value to the vid! Cheers..

    • @chrisholt2474
      @chrisholt2474 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Great information, much appreciated, thank you. 👍👍👍

    • @SkywalkFPV
      @SkywalkFPV ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@@chrisholt2474 Hey man this comment was a bit dated and I will adjust!.. Make sure to use 99.9% Ethyl alcohol instead of the isopropyl.. You will lose medical benefit (never use on wounds), but it does makes sure your burner will truly burn clean and leaves no odor or soot compared to isopropyl that does!.. I did some further extensive testing and Ethyl is the way to go, it also burns in a more controlled way.. Also be aware that sometimes you cannot see the flame.. If you want to kill the flame early, deplete the oxygen by putting a pan on top could work, but I usually use very precise alcohol in the burner for the amount of water I want to cook and if there is flame left I will just let it burn itself off.. I also upgraded from the Whitebox stove burner to a bit more durable titanium one, but looks and works somewhat the same.. It sits a bit lower and I use a titanium pot stand to float above it - where the Whitebox needs pot straight on top to create pressure, but is unstable that way.. So I use the TOAKS Titanium Siphon Alcohol Stove with pot stand that also acts as windscreen at the same time, and can I can recommend that more.. Cheers!

  • @T5Zplayer
    @T5Zplayer 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    The wrist band around your mug, will have a go at that. Been using masking tape since the 70s.

  • @iamsemjaza
    @iamsemjaza 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Check to make sure bean can is good for cooking in. Remove label, open bean can, drop open can in cook pot, surround with water to 3/4 or so of can height. Boil water around can. Hot beans, less burning. Empty water from cook pan and you have less cleanup.

    • @iamsemjaza
      @iamsemjaza 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @Richard Overton It's kind of a makeshift double-boiler, like you'd melt chocolate in. :)

    • @iamsemjaza
      @iamsemjaza 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @Richard Overton You can also use a "bucket sling" or "bottle sling" knot around the can to make it easier to lift out. I mean, not ultralight, but another option is the jar lifter from the canning section of the store. Of course, you can leave it in the water and just eat from the can, lifting it out when it's cool enough to do so.

    • @mrljgibson
      @mrljgibson 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Empty water into coffee, no point wasting it.

  • @johnbibby2225
    @johnbibby2225 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great useful video, practical , no waffle :-)

  • @FrankieWildeDJ
    @FrankieWildeDJ 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Outstanding video. Thanks for taking the time..

  • @jimbojet8728
    @jimbojet8728 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is a good vid. I enjoyed it, thank you.

  • @mrljgibson
    @mrljgibson 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice suggestions, pity I have celiacs, I used to love malt loaf. Couscous might be a goer, need more options that aren't pasta/wheat. Maybe similar with cooked dried rice.

  • @jimbojet8728
    @jimbojet8728 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great vid. Thank you

  • @neilfowler3284
    @neilfowler3284 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Really great video. Helpful and nice vibe. Does anybody know what bike that is in the background?

  • @ascot1049
    @ascot1049 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice lad.

  • @The-GreenHornet
    @The-GreenHornet ปีที่แล้ว

    As for cooking pots/pans/kettles.
    I spent the money 💰 and bought the Sea to Summitt collapsible pot and kettle.. as well as the Sea to summit frying pan with folding handle.
    I'm sure most people know what I am talking about, if not. Google Sea to Summitt collapsible cookware.
    They are EXPENSIVE!...but when weight and space is a absolute importance. Their cost is worth their weight and space savings.
    You can't use them on a open fire due to the silicone collapsible sidewalls. But because of their extreme weight and space savings. A fuel canister isn't a big deal.
    Now... I also did something much different than what most people do, by using those expensive fuel canisters that don't last very long. The price vs. fuel quantity isn't very beneficial.
    So...I bought a 1 lb. green propane cook bottle, MUCH CHEAPER than those overpriced smaller fuel canisters.
    I bought a little converter on Amazon that is needed to connect from the propane bottle to my single burner stove. The cost difference between the 1 lb. Propane bottle and those camp fuel canisters is huge per quantity of fuel. The propane bottle last much longer and is way cheaper overall.
    Those Sea to Summitt collapsible cookware are extremely light and collapse down to a inch in height.

  • @gavinscottmyadventure
    @gavinscottmyadventure 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video- what brand is the exendable spoon?

    • @SimonFuto
      @SimonFuto 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Looks like an Alpkit one (alpkit.com/collections/cookware/products/snapwire-spoon)

    • @Cucumbercastle1
      @Cucumbercastle1 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      It's a Optimus Sliding Long Spoon: www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00JLBPU7W/ref=cm_sw_r_apa_i_M5.NEbMYE8XK0

    • @Restrapltd
      @Restrapltd  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      There's lots of different brands that make similar spoons and packable cookwear. You can find similar things on Amazon, and even Jetboil also make their own extending spoons and forks too

  • @The-GreenHornet
    @The-GreenHornet 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I've watched tons of bicycle touring videos. And in a high percentage of them, it seems like most bicycle tourist eat either junk food along with fake food: carbohydrate gels, protein bars and such alike type things.
    Or...those freeze dried packet meals: which are quite expensive for just one meal and they taste rather plain and like cardboardish after taste.
    No thanks to all of it!
    For the price of those camp freeze dried meals, you could spend nearly the same amount of money eating out.
    And I'm not into eating fake processed foods previously mentioned: gels, bars, jerky, etc. These are like every now and again emergency foods just to get you by.
    How come! No bicycle tourist eat healthy energy replacement foods???
    Your body is your engine. Shouldn't it be replenished with good quality foods that actually nourish what it needs after working hard for six+ hours every day?
    Yet, as I said, after trying to research this topic by watching as many videos as possible on bicycle touring foods. All I've pretty much discovered is the same repetitious packet meals or junk food.
    Kinda shocking actually!

    • @boykopanayotov6391
      @boykopanayotov6391 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Availability and storage is a big limiting factor. Anything that needs to be refrigerated is difficult - especially in summer it means you have about two hours from the time you buy it to the time you gotta cook and eat it. Of course we would rather eat healthier and more real food but there are limitations and sometimes you choose to prioritize camping at an amazing off grid location and eating crap rather than sleeping near a town and eating a proper meal :)
      It's always a balancing act ~~~ much like biking itself ;)

    • @mrljgibson
      @mrljgibson 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Also depends how you are cooking, if you have a fire then a lot more options become open to you, a potato and some foil and you have a baked potato, and in the right bit of ember heat for a long time and I've had those come out smooth and buttery.

    • @maninder1984
      @maninder1984 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Pasta , Rice , Boiled eggs , bread , fruits etc has been my goto for long tours. I donot enjoy eating dehydrated or 2 minute ready foods. IT does take more space in my bags but makes the experience much better.

    • @mrljgibson
      @mrljgibson 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@maninder1984 I have celiac disease, so I'd rather eat rice, and bread is a massive waste of space that could be holding something far denser. But yes, as far as the rest goes, got to have protein, fruit and fresh vegetables, to get those complex vitamins and minerals.

    • @The-GreenHornet
      @The-GreenHornet ปีที่แล้ว

      @@boykopanayotov6391
      As I previously mentioned, those types of foods that you mentioned are or should be ONLY for every once in a while meals.
      Yes, I agree that foods that require refrigeration presents a obvious problem. Also foods that take up space in panniers present a situation that REQUIRES a mental strategic problem solving situation to solve the situation.
      And...Yes, I too desire to stealth camp outside of towns and away from populated areas; but that shouldn't cause a individual to succumb to the previous mentioned fake junk foods.
      Easy isn't the solution.

  • @jeffturner8927
    @jeffturner8927 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very good. How long do the small canisters last?

    • @Restrapltd
      @Restrapltd  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Depends on how much you're cooking. A small canister will easily serve you well for a trip of up to 2 weeks, but if you're cooking breakfast lunch and dinner with big pots of food, you might see it go down quite quick

    • @jeffturner8927
      @jeffturner8927 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Restrap Great. Thanks for that.

  • @huwleonard2775
    @huwleonard2775 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    What make is the mini gas stove your using?

    • @Restrapltd
      @Restrapltd  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The one used in this video is a no-branded one found on ebay - there's lots of different ones available if you search 'mini folding camping stove', and usually come shipped in a small bag or box to carry it in.

    • @jimbojet8728
      @jimbojet8728 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Buy a ‘pocket rocket 2 ‘. It isn’t titanium, but it will never let you down! It is very well made, very robust, lightweight and a great burner! Good luck.

  • @Radoslaw731
    @Radoslaw731 ปีที่แล้ว

    You forgot the wood stoves

  • @rdkuless
    @rdkuless 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    are you sayind, "Max" or "Maps" or "Macks" stove canister.. So many ways to spell, might be good to put the text on the screen.

    • @Restrapltd
      @Restrapltd  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      It's a Meth's stove. Hope this helps! There are closed captions available, but they're a little ropey