The Ride Back: Bikepacking 714 km in less than 48 hours

One day, I found an old map with a 700 kilometer long cycle route from my home in Oslo to Copenhagen. I remembered making the route as a young teenager, 30 years ago, dreaming about doing the ride in less than 48 hours.
I never did it.
I’m no stranger to the joys of bikepacking: The campsites, the sunsets, the wind in your face, the sound of the sea, the shifting seasons, the campfires.
Still, 30 years after I made the route on the map, I felt there was something missing.
I had somehow lost sight of the young teenager still living deep inside me. I needed to reconnect with my younger self, searching for the youthful joy of diving in at the deep end, not quite knowing what would happen, or if I even would make it.
And I knew that the best way of doing that, was simply to grab the map, pack my gear, jump on the bike … and go!
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You might already have guessed it, this movie is about bikepacking, or maybe you would rather call it bike touring. We can still be friends. Let’s call it bikepacking just for the record. It’s a movie about realizing that adventure isn’t necessarily about traveling to far away places, adventure is here, right at our doorstep, we only need to open our eyes.
It’s a movie about bikepacking in Scandinavia, through Norway, Sweden and Denmark, but truth is, it could have been more or less anywhere.
It’s a movie about traveling light, and if you want to perceive that as a metaphor for a way of life, I’m perfectly happy with that. Isn’t the act of bikepacking just that? A metaphor for how many of us would like to live our lives? In other words, it’s a movie about simple living, searching for all the little things that outdoor life, or friluftsliv, as we call it in Norway, really is about. And maybe above all, it’s a movie about love.
The movie was first shown during the Norwegian outdoor movie tour Utefilm (www.utefilm.no) autumn 2022.
Filmed with Fujifilm XT-3 (equipped with XF35 f1.4 and XC15-45 f3.5-5.6) and the GoPro Hero 9.
Music supplied by Artlist.
Bike used for cycling to Denmark in less than 48 hours: A custom built Surly Cross Check.
#bikepacking #biketouring #cycling

[@YetiAdventure]

This is why we're glad TH-cam exists. Wow. Mikkel, your gift for storytelling and filmmaking is apparently only matched by your cycling ability. That is a serious ride, and so beautifully told. (as always)

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Thank you so much by your kind words, really appreciated! 😊🙏🏻🚴

[@danielwehner1876]

I have no words... this is so incredible well made! I love the stories and the challenge! Awesome!

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Wow, thanks for the kind words, happy to hear you enjoyed it! 😊🙏🏻

[@jolly7728]

Thank you so much for sharing a cycling adventure that’s way more about the rider’s experiences in the wondrous outdoors than the bike, its equipment, capabilities, and all the various and sundry aspects of bicycle racing and technology. Many of us ride our bikes simply because, like you, we love riding, being outside, and most of all being free.

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Thanks for the kind words, happy to hear the movie resonated well with you! Thanks for commenting! 😊🙏🏻

[@JanBehrendt-oc9hp]

Thank you for your outstanding movie, by far the best I have seen so far in this category.

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Wow, thanks for the kind words, Jan, really appreciated! 😊🙏

[@wojciechnowakowski1803]

You created a truly beautiful story. It is very moving. Thank you and wish you all the best.

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Thanks for the kind words, glad you liked it! 😊🙏🏻

[@livingalternative]

How good of a story teller you are ❤️

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Thanks, glad you liked it! 😊🙏🏻

[@shaunwilliamson9193]

Mikkel this story is incredible to find we have something in common the love of bikes and adventure 😀 the simple joy of riding something the kids of today won't find out about. The bike is part of me and I love getting out and about on it.

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Thanks, Shaun, glad you liked it! 😊🙏🏻

[@jerry680]

Love the story telling and superb videography and photography. Thank you.

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Thanks for all the kind words, glad you liked the movie! 😊🙏

[@markmoffett6813]

Simply beautiful
Thank you
Mark from Maryland

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Glad to hear you liked it, thanks! 😊🙏

[@felipeprenholato2301]

I must say, I wasn't giving too much for a video of 700 km in 48 hours with 15 minutes length. The ride itself is really serious ride and there is really few people who can do it. You made me cry when telling about your wife :), the film making, storytelling, the pace and the places, everything is wonderful. Got a new follower here :).

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Thank you so much for the kind words and sub, really appreciated! 🤗🙏

[@bentara0]

This is just a lovely watch. Thanks for taking the trip and taking the time to document it.

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Thanks for taking the time to comment, really appreciated! 😊🙏

[@pootlingalong8928]

Great little film, thank you for saying it. Everyone should keep touching base with the teenager within. The teenager who didn’t worry about all the “what ifs?”, the teenager who tied a tent to his bike and set off without much of a plan other than to get there somehow. I beg everyone to stop analysing, just go and do it - small, safe adventures, all your life long 🤗

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

What you said! Glad you liked the movie, thanks for commenting! 😊🙏🏻

[@kennethkuhl1188]

Wonderful story and filming. An inspiration. Thank you.

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Glad you liked it, thanks for commenting! 😊🙏🏻

[@stropskoj]

Love it from 1st minutes, thanks for sharing!!! greetings from Ireland

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

That’s great to hear, thank you for commenting! 😊🙏🏻 Greetings from Norway 😄

[@michaelodwyer4000]

Maybe your best video yet. Excellent. Thank you.

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Happy to hear you liked it, thanks for commenting! 😊🙏

[@jonbarlow3542]

Wow, that was a delightful tale, thank you.

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Thank you for commenting, glad you liked it! 😊🙏

[@Astr0Bot]

Thank you for all the work that went into this and for taking us along with you. Well done!

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Thanks for the kind words, really appreciated! 😊🙏🏻

[@micahlemasters1]

This is a fantastic film. The story and writing are superb and the production value is equally incredible. "The joy of staying dry in a downpour" is an absolutely perfect summary of the feeling that I have (and the experiences I am looking for) when I am packing my bike bags and heading out on a long trip. Thanks so much for creating this.

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Thanks for all the kind words, really appreciated! 😄🙏

[@lostinature]

thats quite a ride... really like the mixture of on-camara speak and the regular narration. It gives the story a kind of a raw vibe which is really well suited here

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Thanks for the kind words. I don’t usually like to talk into the camera, but didn’t have any choice riding alone as stopping and filming would have taken too long. Happy to hear it somehow worked 😊🙏

[@abdellahzaidi1257]

Magnifique. Bon courage. 🌸🎄🎄🌴🌴🌸

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

😊🙏🏻

[@Tastewithnewdrinks]

Great review.👍

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Thanks!

[@jeffeyro]

Wow! What a great video! I randomly clicked on this, and I'm happily surprised. I loved the story you created out of your journey.

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Cool, glad you liked it, thanks for commenting! 😊🙏🏻

[@feedfacedeadbeef]

Most TH-cam videos I watch I skip this and that and shrug when finished. I watched 15 minutes and nine seconds of yours, and enjoyed it all. Thank you.

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Wow, happy to hear joy enjoyed it, thanks! 😊🙏🏻

[@matt6740]

That was incredible, thank you so much for sharing!

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Happy to hear you liked the movie, thanks for commenting! 😊🙏

[@artoftheoutdoors]

the symbiosis of tendons and chain, muscle and metal... love that! great video mate I really enjoyed it. thanks for sharing

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Love that you noticed that part about symbiosis and happy to hear you enjoyed the movie, mate 😊 Thanks for commenting! 😄🙏🏻

[@artoftheoutdoors]

@@BackwoodsBikepacking my pleasure. epic effort also! keep in touch!

[@RobParker8]

So good I watched it twice!
Very well done!
Congratulations on doing the ride and making an awesome video of it!

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Great to hear, thanks for the kind words! 😊🙏

[@jamesh3534]

Im glad I stumbled across your channel, I really enjoyed watching your adventures around Scandinavia

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Glad to hear you enjoyed the channel! 😊

[@23skido]

Beautiful brother! 54 and just getting back into my bike( bad knees stopped my hiking. My love of bikes reborn!).
Bikepacking, mtn single track, pavement… i love riding!
Lmk if your in desert soth west of US( bew mexico is my home), mi casa su casa! We will ride. Blessings 🙏

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Glad to hear you enjoyed the movie, thanks for your comment! 😊🙏 And thanks the offer, I have actually just started in Edward Abbey’s Desert solitaire 😄

[@garryshirreffs9645]

Brilliantly done ✔️ wow what’s ride where’s my bike ❤

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Thanks, happy to hear you enjoyed it!😄

[@mfueelcikxe]

Beautiful storytelling!

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Glad you liked it! 😊🙏

[@mikeholley2365]

Whow, this was such a pleasure to watch!! Such a heartfelt story so wonderfully told and filmed. Not to mention one heck of a crusher bicycle ride! Truly inspirational! Keeping the eventyr alive!

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Thanks for your comment, really appreciated! 😊🙏🏻 And yes, trying to keep the eventyr alive 😄👍

[@marcgelly7639]

Juste magique! thanks for this story!!!

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Thanks for commenting, glad you liked it! 😊🙏

[@johnverestrella2238]

This is just wonderful...love the photos and storytelling.

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Thanks for the kind words, happy you enjoyed the movie! 😊🙏

[@dennisding6894]

This video is pure gold.

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Thanks, glad to hear you liked it! 😊🙏

[@royleonard1963]

What an achievement 👏 This is why I watch TH-cam. Like you said, you don't need lots of money just great experiences and memories. I've subscribe. 😁

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Thanks for the kind words and sub! 😊🙏

[@deannilvalli6579]

A really great job of filming, editing, and story telling! Also the cycling is a bit of an achievement....

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Thanks, glad you liked the movie! 😊🙏🏻

[@MacGyver0692]

Well done, both the ride and the video. Brilliant editing and storytelling.👍🏻

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Thanks for the kind words! 😊🙏🏻

[@mhilde7744]

Well done! Your narration is almost poetic. Thanks for the post! Love SURLY, btw!👍

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Wow, poetic, I love that, thanks! 😊🙏🏻 And reagarding Surly, I’m not sure I even would be on this path if it wasn’t for their steel workhorses, love them! 😄

[@ivicabozinovic9450]

Beatifull narrative. Congrats for the video and the challenge of finding yourself.
Big hug from Basque Country

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Thanks for the kind words! 🤗🙏

[@marcinziemba2913]

Thank you , for taking me with you on this great adventure. Great shots, music, editing and interesting perspective on life you shared with us.

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Thanks for commenting, glad to hear you enjoyed the movie! 😊🙏🏻

[@eddieallen6401]

This, my friend, is something very special. Enjoyed every second.

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Thanks for the kind words, Eddie! 😊🙏

[@pyrkol]

This was amazing, thank you for sharing!

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Glad you liked it, thanks for commenting! 😊🙏

[@jannisb3801]

Normally not the one to comment on videos, but your storytelling is stunning, a beautifully done video - thanks very much for enriching my evening :)

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Glad you enjoyed the movie, thanks for the kind words! 😊🙏

[@MariKoo11]

You captured the very essence of life! Just like you said, it's the little things that we often overlook while rushing ahead in the daily grind. Thank you for this beautiful reminder.

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Thanks for the kind words, really appreciated! 😊🙏🏻

[@neomatrix5649]

Greetings from Poland ! Keep it up !

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Thanks, I’ll try to! 😄🙏

[@eriknickel3023]

Wonderfull storytelling

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Thanks, glad you liked the movie! 😊🙏

[@Balintrebeka]

Amazing!!Beautiful scenery, message and not to forget about the achievement either..thanks for sharing!

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Thanks for all the kind words, glad you liked it! 😊🙏🏻

[@Slowsteading]

Wow what an adventure! And so well told. Thanks for sharing, I'm inspired to pull my bike out now 😄

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Happy to hear it inspired you to pull your bike, thanks for the kind words! 😊🙏

[@IgorKos]

Your rides are amazing, your videos even better! Thanks for making them, we really enjoy ourselves watching.

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Thank you so much, really appreciated! 😊🙏

[@thebikepacker_]

Yes its very amazing

[@lemonmilk7185]

I dream of owning a bike. While I'm saving money to buy it, I watch videos of people having fun with their bikes. It's so pleasing. That train with logs in it was something new for me. I have never seen such a thing. And your video is stunning and so well made. Thank you for sharing.

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Thanks for the kind words! 😊🙏🏻 Hope you get a bike soon to go on adventures with!

[@KeroSkjegg]

Really liked how raw and grainy "now" shooting from action camera accompanied by clear and vibrant "memories" shooting. Made me think about how different every outdoor activity feels after some time, how it became matured and nice in your memory, while being completely different, raw and fresh, when you experience it.

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

That’s a great way of looking at it. Too be honest, it was not intentional. My plan A was to film with the Fujifilm XT3 on my ride to Copenhagen, but after the first couple of clips (“bike riding stupid?”), I realized just how much fiddling it would take to get half decent shots while riding on the Cross Check and ended up embracing the simplicity of the GoPro (the film was made in a hurry with little time to testing out equipment before I left). I’m not too happy about the high shutter speed while filming with the GoPro, or the noise at night, but as you say, it has a more raw presence and could act as a contrast to our more “polished” memories of trips. Very cool observation! 😄👍

[@05freddi08]

It's always a pleasure to follow your trips and watch the video :)!

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Thanks for the kind words, much appreciated! 😊🙏🏻

[@dropeipromundo]

Loved the video 🚴‍♂️👏👏👏

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Glad you liked it! 😊🙏🏻

[@davidharris4062]

You and your wife have a wonderful philosophy on life, have to agree with your statement, live on the cheap, we don’t need the status symbols, its memories that count 👍👍👍👍👍

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Glad to hear the video resonated with you, David 😊🙏🏻

[@davidharris4062]

@@BackwoodsBikepacking it certainly did 👍

[@markifi]

beautifully written and very well done

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Thanks, glad you liked it! 😊🙏

[@fuzean1]

Cheers from Malaysia, may you have hundreds more adventures..

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Thanks! 😄

[@christophersmith7703]

I absolutely love your stories and they are very inspiring.

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Thanks for the kind words, Christopher! 😊🙏

[@davidharris4062]

Absolutely brilliant way of living, and a wife who loves the adventures as well, that’s a big bonus

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Thanks! 😊🙏

[@krisevans5479]

I rarely comment on videos, but jeez. This is an amazing video. Thank you.

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Thanks for commenting, really appreciated! 😊🙏🏻

[@sethheijermans3605]

Less than 4 mins in and you're already getting a thumbs up. Good stuff!

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Great to hear, thanks! 😄🙏

[@micktaylor7937]

Wow! So you peddle over 700 k in 48 hours and film a beautiful video! You Sir, are a legend! Thanks.

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Thanks, glad to hear you liked the movie 😊🙏 I’m not sure about the legend bit, but it definitely was a memorable ride 😄

[@tomsitzman3952]

Great production, good story line, the music vanished into the story as it should. I 'm new to your channel and very impressed. Good to see you young folks out riding and pushing yourself. Those who have never lived the life of a nomad have no understanding of the oneness with the cycles of the universe that will never understand.

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Thanks for all the kind words, really appreciated! 😊🙏

[@tonypaddler]

Thanks for another great video 👍

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Glad you liked it, thanks for commenting! 😊🙏🏻

[@FollowThomas]

That's awesome. You're a great storyteller and movie maker. I'm bikepacking/touring here in Florida and actually on a tour for a week just now. All the best on your bikepacking adventures 🙂

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Thanks for the kind words! 😊🙏 Have a great ride in Florida!

[@waitej100]

Thank you, beautiful and inspiring as ever!

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Happy to hear you liked it, thanks! 😊🙏🏻

[@Nickescaped]

Much respect Mikkel. Your shared thoughts are thoughts that I have deep feeling for as well. Just so amazed at how connected the cycling community is.

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Thanks, Nick, glad to hear the narration resonated with you! 😊🙏🏻

[@KunalRajputStudio]

Absolutely loving it!

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Happy to hear you liked it! 😊🙏🏻

[@zer0en]

this was so many stories skillfully weaved in to one. 👏

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Thanks! 😊🙏 I admit I had some challenges weaving it all together in the beginning 😄

[@kurmachanneltravel]

it's great to paddle solo in the dark

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

I bet! 😄👍

[@timevans9195]

Gosh, well done...a wonderful ride and a lovely film! Lovely piece about you and your Wife which I really empathise with..I often feel my Bridgey’s still riding with me and have lots of happy memories.

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Thank you so much for the kind words 😊🙏 I’m sorry to hear about your loss, all the best

[@Andrew-Andre]

Beautiful film! Thanks for sharing, and congratulations on completing your ride!

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Thanks for commenting, glad you enjoyed the movie! 😊🙏

[@2pinttony719]

Mikkel another brilliant film. Thanks for sharing 👍👍👍👍👍
There is something great about being on the bike all day despite the pain and discomfort. An epic bike ride feels like such an adventure, problem is you want to do more and more.

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Thanks, much a appreciated 😊🙏🏻 My mind wanted to do the ride over again already on my way back on the boat, but my body had a different opinion 😄

[@PhilippeOUSSET]

Bravo 👏 #respect 🤗

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Thanks! 😊🙏🏻

[@rickys9388]

wow
inspiring me to plan cycling trips

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Great to hear, thanks! 😊

[@WheelstoWander]

Awesome video! 👌

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Thanks, glad you liked it! 😊🙏🏻

[@ofmikeonbike695]

Wonderful and impressive! Thank you for all the effort you put into this video. I like your story telling the lot. Well done! Best regards from Switzerland.

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Thank you for all your kind words, really appreciated. I really enjoy storytelling, so feedback like this is great encouragement. Thanks! 😊🙏🏻

[@pizaliasta8369]

Liked and subscribed. Well done!

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Thanks, glad you like it! 😊🙏🏻

[@philandrews8871]

Inspiring. Great story and beautifully filmed. Thank you.

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Happy to hear joy liked the movie, thanks for commenting! 😊🙏🏻

[@trugaduprojects]

Wow! You are crazy. Really captivating video:)

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Glad you liked the movie, thanks for commenting! 😊🙏🏻

[@alkoop100]

Love the video 🤗　Greeting from Hokkaido Japan 🤗　　I subscribed your channel🌻

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Thanks for the sub, really appreciated! 😄🙏🏻

[@bobschwarz702]

Love it

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Thanks! 😄🙏🏻

[@WheelersAtLarge]

Nicely done 👍

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Thanks, glad you liked it! 😊🙏

[@windowmanxd4792]

Love it!👍

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Glad to hear, thanks! 😊🙏

[@simplybydon2193]

Amazing!!

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Glad you liked it! 😊🙏

[@peterbaumeister]

beautiful put together and really entertaining storytelling and visuals :) Great inspiration, thanks for making such effort for this video :)

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Thanks for all the kind words, really appreciated! 😊🙏

[@gwmtnbiker]

This. Is. AMAZING!

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Thanks! 😄🙏🏻

[@csttd1126]

I am exactly like you,a little bit younger but forever in love with my bikes...Norway is a gorgeous country,I had the honor to visit being part of the merchant navy myself...you have some views over there. Congrats on everything you have done.

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Thanks for commenting, glad you liked the movie! 😊🙏🏻 Norway is a great country for bikepacking for sure 😊

[@patrickmurray7879]

Sensational stuff!! Absolutely love watching your videos 😍

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Wow, thanks, glad you like them! 😊🙏🏻

[@debasishsen9397]

Inspirational. I'm planning for a ride of 300km but I hv to complete it within daylight n then again return after 2-3 days. Ur ride will definitely motivate me more. 👍🙏🙏🙏

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Thanks, hope you have a great ride! 😄👍

[@paulbremner4441]

This was really wonderful. Thank you for sharing your journey!

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Thanks, glad to hear you liked it! 😊🙏🏻

[@waynechan462]

Vilket äventyr. Tack för dina fina inspelningar. Gillar verkligen hur du uppskattar det enkelt liv.

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Det var hyggelig å høre, takk for det! 😊🙏🏻

[@JP-qy6hw]

Så flott! Another wonderful video from you, and this channel keeps getting better and better. Some effort doing 700km in 2 days, well done for making it.

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Happy to hear you enjoy the channel, thanks for commenting! 🙏🏻😊

[@CivisCreativeFilms]

Love this so much!

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Thank you, glad to hear you liked it! 😊🙏

[@tarinapolku]

A Fantastic video, and a good reminder that we should challenge ourselves now and again to keep things fresh. Great achievement! I guess our routes crossed this summer as I cycled 2000km from Finland to Denmark, through the Baltic States,however with a 3 year old and trailer our speed was something totally different 😂. Safe cycling, keep putting out the great vids!

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Thanks for the kind words 🙏 Sounds like a fantastic trip with your three year old! 😊👍

[@TheHossi1992]

Amazing!

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

😊🙏

[@derekreardon2095]

Hello Mikkel, what a fabulous cycle. Well done on completing it. Your next challenge if you are looking for adventure and some good old hospitality should take in Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿. The NC 500 has your name written all over it. Throw in some haggis and a whisky or ten and what is not to like. Great video and beautiful scenery on your trip. Take care and keep those pedals turning.

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Thanks, Derek 🙏🏻 The NC 500 sounds great, not to mention haggis and whisky 😄👍 I hope to come riding by one day!

[@omare_biketonature]

Love your films! Beautifully structured, the shooting and editing is fenomenal and the storytelling is just so engaging! We are around the same age and love riding bikes, I’m setting myself some challenges too, this weekend I have a 140km with 4,600 m elevation gain route and I want to ride it in one go, that’s half the Everest in one day! Next summer I want to ride from Trondheim to Nordkapp in less than 10 days. Just plans and dreams that i have to turn into memories!
I would love to share my stories but I lack the knowledge, gear, experience and probably talent. I rode my bike across Central America and Colombia, have a lot of footage, beautiful ride! But don’t know how to put it together. Got a free lesson from you though. Thank you so much 🙏🏻

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Thanks for all your kind words, Omare. I didn’t know how to write an article or book when I started out as a writer sometime back in 2010 or so, but by looking at what others did and seeking for tips and advice where I could find it, I somehow managed to start out. The most important thing I did was simply starting. I’m not a pro filmmaker, but are still having fun making movies. If I could come with any tips, it would be that everybody has a story. Keep it simple, write down on a paper what you want to say with your movie and try to stick to that. Try to avoid lengthy shots that doesn’t add to the story. The gear isn’t important. It doesn’t matter if your first movie maybe doesn’t quite turn out the way you wanted, because you’ve already taken the most important step: You have begun telling stories! Above all, have fun! Good luck with your riding and movies and thanks again for the kind words 😊🙏🏻

[@seikkailija-toni]

What an awesome video! :) I loved the bits where you had the dog with you on earlier adventures :D What a lovely little fellow. And the road near your hometown at around 4 minutes... whoa, what a scenery. I should head out for a cycling trip in the southern Norway... :O
Anyway, quite a feat to try and succeed in such a ride, and even film some video clips while doing it. Keep on pedaling! :)
PS. What a wonderful way of living you got with your wife!

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Thanks for all your kind words, really appreciated! 😊🙏

[@MC-Racing]

Im so glad i subscibed when you uploaded the trip through Denmark, i would not want to miss this. tak for en fantastisk udflugt :-) og jeg håber du fik hvilet ud på færgen.

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Thanks for commenting, happy to hear you enjoyed the movie (og jeg fik hvilet lidt på færgen) 😄🙏

[@commoneuropeanstarling]

Very nice video and well-made. I envy people like you and you're lucky to have a beautiful wife who loves to share such things with you.

[@BackwoodsBikepacking]

Thanks for the kind words! 😄🙏🏻 I am grateful for the way things have turned out 😊