Please support my channel!! Your contribution will give me the biggest motivation to keep updating my TH-cam channel! Thank you so much!! www.paypal.com/donate/?business=FX8ZGJV3NVJEA¤cy_code=USD (If the link doesn't work, please use this paypal.me/universewithme7jin ) 이 채널을 후원해주세요!! 여러분의 후원이 제 유튜브 채널 업데이트에 가장 큰 동기부여가 될겁니다!!! 감사합니다!! www.paypal.com/donate/?business=FX8ZGJV3NVJEA¤cy_code=USD (위 링크가 안 될 경우 paypal.me/universewithme7jin ) 신한은행 110-260-154520, 정효진 SCHWALBE Marathon Plus amzn.to/3aXCE9n Greenfield Kickstand amzn.to/3aIZAc4 www.greenfieldny.com/chart_bicycle.htm Smartphone Mount amzn.to/3j6dPMN Brooks Saddle amzn.to/3p40qbX Tyre Levers www.decathlon.co.uk/p/pack-of-3-tyre-levers-yellow/_/R-p-120?mc=8047839 Short Moving Saddle (It seems they close) facebook.com/The-un-saddle-515387078553475/ ===Hello, it's Jin=== I have traveled with my bicycle since Sept 2011 through North America, Latin America, Africa, Europe, Middle East, Central Asia, Southeast Asia, and Oceania. My channel is all about my traveling. I have uploaded about travel vlog, adventure, cycling, street food, local food, gears, review, information, local people and more. Blog www.universewithme.com Cycling route on the map : www.universewithme.com/route/ Facebook facebook.com/universewithme Instagram instagram.com/universewithme Contributions www.paypal.com/donate/?business=FX8ZGJV3NVJEA¤cy_code=USD (If the link doesn't work, please use this paypal.me/universewithme7jin ) Thanks, Jin 타이어레버 (Tyre Levers) www.decathlon.co.uk/p/pack-of-3-tyre-levers-yellow/_/R-p-120?mc=8047839 슈발베 마라톤 플러스(SCHWALBE Marathon Plus) coupa.ng/b8Uboh 그린필드 킥스탠드 (Greenfield Kickstand) coupa.ng/b8UaGN www.greenfieldny.com/chart_bicycle.htm 스마트폰 거치대 coupa.ng/b8Ub7h 브룩스 여성용 안장 coupa.ng/b8Ucf1 브룩스 일반 안장 coupa.ng/b8UdfV 코없는 움직이는 안장 (생산 멈춘 듯합니다.) facebook.com/The-un-saddle-515387078553475/ [파트너스 활동을 통해 일정액의 수수료를 제공받을 수 있음(링크로 구매시 1~3%의 수수료 받음. 구매자는 추가 수수료 없음)] ==안녕하세요, 진입니다!== 2011년 9월부터 자전거로 북미, 중남미, 아프리카, 유럽, 중동, 중앙아시아, 동남아시아, 오세아니아를 거쳐 계속해서 여행을 하고 있습니다. 제 채널은 여행에 관련된 모든 것이 담겨져있습니다. 먹방, 여행장비, 현지음식, 길거리 음식, 자전거 여행, 모험, 리뷰, 팁, 현지 사람들 관련해서 영상을 찍습니다. 블로그 universewithme.com/ko/ 자전거 여행 경로 : www.universewithme.com/ko/travel-route/ 페이스북 facebook.com/universewithme 인스타 instagram.com/universewithme 채널후원 www.paypal.com/donate/?business=FX8ZGJV3NVJEA¤cy_code=USD (위 링크가 안 될 경우 paypal.me/universewithme7jin ) 감사합니다
Love seeing a fellow 'Surlite'; have a single-speed Karate Monkey that has been awesome and really one of the best bikes I've had in years in terms of sturdiness and versitility.
Surly's are solid rides and I like the friendly 'secret hand-shake' amongst those of us who have one; always cool vibes. I have a '18 Karate Monkey running in single-speed mode and it's been a great 'one-bike'. Adding the Moloko bars made an already solid bike that much more comfortable and versitile.
As a surly dealer I don't even get support... But yes i still love surly too and use Surly Tyres on both my fat bike and Downhill hardtail bike. I also used Surly on my tour for a long time.
@@ElectronicPleasure If they helped her out would set a president, you only have to literally ride around the world!!! Honestly a positive advertisement/ PR opportunity waiting for Surly here. Send them an email?
Surly don't give a shit. I've contacted them about various things with their bikes for long distance touring and their attitude is we know best you don't so feck off.
@@nickwf70 No. They genuinely don't give a shit. At one point I had 3 Surly bikes. If you cut me in half you would have found the Surly name running through my body like a stick of rock. Not any more. I now ride other brands of bike Kona, Cube, Trek and Brompton. Surly lost me a long time ago.
@@alexmorgan3435 yeah I must admit I feel the same way about surly these days. I have 3 of them, last one I bought I was disappointed as it's too flexi, very heavy, bloody slow and thier prices take the piss so I'm looking elsewhere next time.
I started touring when I was 16 and that was over 50 years ago! I also have a Surley long haul trucker (my 45 year old Dawes Galaxy is resigned to being a city bike) and Brooks saddle, Ortlieb panniers and handlebar bag, and even the same fuel canister! I totally admire your 10 years of solo touring around the world. Very inspiring. I'll look forward to more of your videos.
Jin I especially loved this video! It was so practical. Also, I really like how you use the equipment until it is worn out. That shows it’s true quality.
I am so happy to hear you like this content as it was hard working to edit :) It's my personality that I like to keep things. When I was kids, I kept a few small rocks 😂. But actually taking rock from other countries is illegal so I was collecting coins. It was still heavy but lighter than rock. haha
You are awesomely simple and simply awesome! I remember watching your videos years ago and you are still there, giving bike touring its real colours. If I was Surely, I'd employ you right away, and I'd give you a new bike!!
I've toured for 4 years (with a six month break between each one year leg) and I'm amazed how similar our setups and gear is. Surly, Brooks, Ortlieb, platform pedals, Schwalbe... great minds think alike. :) I did start on a LHT but switched to a Troll with upright swept back bars, and with disc brakes. After a bad crash with wet and muddy rim brakes I'd never go back. I'm still on heavy duty 26" wheels. Work great for me and I've never had problems with them in the field... though I have replaced the whole set a couple of times. Pro-tip: cut the top few inches off a mid sized plastic coke bottle and slip it over the top of your water bottles like a protective sleeve. Really cuts down on stomach problems. Good luck.
I miss meeting cycling traveler on the road and we talk about bicycle hahahaha. You know that.. haha.. You remind of that! haha. Thank you for sharing your travel experience and tip :)
I really like your practical approach. Your equipment is proof that we don't need extremely expensive equipment for real cycling. I also ride (but on significantly shorter routes) an older bike (I think it was built in 1999 (Univega), basically the mtb, which I converted into a traveler, works great, similar equipment: 26 inch, Acera, Deore, Schwalbe Marathon (basic model)... Thank you for shaaring, I wish you many experiences on a bike!
Now that's a proper touring bike! Kudos to you and your travels. Her Surly, Get this person a new bike set up! What an ambassador she is, strongest reason I've had yet to take the plunge and get the LHT frameset. Albeit for shopping trips rather than global exploration. .
Smashing vid, what incredible tenacity. I've bought those tools but I'll never use most of them. You are the genuine cyclist, I'm a weekend warrior at best. Please keep sharing your adventures. Xx
You are the real deal Jin 😊 You will be a guiding light and inspiration for future travels!! Thank you for sharing your stories.❤ I enjoy your blog very much.
Great info for any new bike mechanics. I've owned maybe 70+ bikes never using a kick stand or removing them for weight and looks etc. Now as a 35 yr old, I too love my greenfield kickstand the same as a 5 yr old would😁
@@universewithme It's tricky owning a cool light bike (sometimes 5 or more bikes we all know the story!). I know what I need out of a single bike these day's as you do haha. One bike that does everything.
I have a 2007 Surly Long Haul Trucker that I was gifted by my employer. I have ridden for 37 years, more or less, and have owned about 12 nice bicycles, and a few crappy ones. The LHT is my favorite, by far, and that includes my Titanium Litespeed Gravel. The Litespeed is a thing of beauty, but to be honest, I ride the LHT more. Bulletproof, reliable, stable, versatile, easy to work on, and all-day-comfortable, Surly LHT's are world-class expedition bicycles. The LHT has been discontinued by Surly in favor of the Disc Trucker, which is similar and a good touring bike, but just not quite in the same class.
Thank you Jin for sharing. I came upon your cycling videos only this year 2022 and loving it. Watching your videos really inspire me to plan another cycling trip again. In term of cycling speed, I prefer to cruise around 10-15 kmh just like you. I use a Soma Saga. Last trip was Round Island Taiwan in 2016.
That bike is the narliest touring bike I've ever seen and has the battle scars to prove it. I bet it scares the hell out of any fellow touring riders with "spit polished" bikes. Great post
Hello Jin! Thank you for talking about the experience you've had with finding of 26" wheels around the world. I was thinking about taking a 26" bike on the world bike tour that I'm planning, but now I know that it's not such a great idea. Thank you also for being such a great inspiration for me. Best of luck on your future travels! Greetings from Guadalajara, Mexico!
Actually some said still it's easier than 27.5.. um.. it's confusing :) You can check your local bicycle store if they have 26" at the store and see how it goes. Good luck for your future trip :)
@@universewithme Yes, I see that several people mentioned that, but I think 700c would probably be easier to find than 650b (27.5) since they've been around longer. But I'll definitely do more research before deciding. Thank's again!
@@jorg3leon As long as you are staying on nicely paved roads, I would prefer a bit more tread for those rougher roads even though it will make the other 80% of riding slower without road tires.
Whew I thought I was carrying a big tool bag but this is next level! For the phone I use a Blackburn top tube bag with a transparent top. These mounts are not for me. As others said, disc brakes are great -- I have blown a few rims in the past and that's not going to happen again. Yell out when you're in the capital of New Zealand again!
Hay Jin, good to see another video. I just got 2 new bikes - not that fancy, but I think they're just good enough for me; a Galaxy Dawes Tourer deluxe and a Falcon Adventurer. (Both bikes cost under £300 GB - $412US). I'm just seeing how far I can go - am 60 now, but it's just a number. I like to follow people's adventures on bikes.
In my opinion, you don't need expensive bike to tour. Specially these days the bike industry is very well improved that they make better quality bike. Your bike will last longer except bike parts which you need to change to keep maintain :)
Great video. I have a Thorn exp myself. Never made it around the world but went from the UK to Azerbaijan. Would love to meet someone like you to talk about touring with, its rare that you meet people that do. Also, you can get a little brooks mud flap for your front mudguard, will stop loads of mud getting on your water bottle.
Thank you for sharing about your bicycle, the Surly Long Haul Trucker. It is good to hear, as I have a Surly Long Haul Trucker. Sadly, Surly has stopped making the Long Haul Trucker.
Yes, maybe they have some reasons. Anyway as you can see, I still use it over 12 years on the world tour! Strongest one! (I didn't manage any rust and it's still good! 🤣)
Good video. Ten years of riding frequently, you surely know what works for you. As difficult as it is to find 26” wheels, I think they are still best for your purpose. They will never disappear completely.
We used and continue to use the 26” wheel because of strength, slightly lower center of gravity, better tire selection, and ease of finding a mountain bike wheel replacement. Yes, I understand with the changes in time, 26” wheels are becoming more difficult to find in some parts of the world. Nice review, Thank you.
Thank you jin welcome back very nice to see youtube video somewhere sunny ☀ Gold Coast the State of Queensland showing your very lucky bright yellow tour push the bike 🚲 good idea 💡 stay safe take care all the best of the year so sweet your so beautiful voice 😎👍💗💕💕🚲
Great video of your bike after so many KM's. Maybe good to give you frame a good clean and look for any cracks. Using sand paper get rid of all the rust and repaint those parts. I would then spray oil into all the small frame holes( for welding) on the seats stays and chains stays. The same with the forks. This should help it from rusting on the inside. Also remove the seatpost and spray oil down there and grease so the seatpost does not corrode and fuse into the frame.
Great interview. Totally inspiring, and shows it's the rider who counts the most. Edit: Wow, I use the same phone bracket as you, GUB Plus 6, which enables keeping the phone in a study case.
Good vid kid.... I'm a fan of the twenty six wheel also.... need a couple tires now plus size..... nothing ever easy..... good Useful info.... thanks and good luck.
I will record, save this info replay and so I could understand, learn. I am totally new to biking. I really admire you. I want to learn from you everything. I am your height. Our build is similar. This is very important factor when it comes choosing right size bike. Thank you Jin, please help me to find right bike and how to bike. I am a beginner. I just biked 12 miles flat rail road. From NY. Kim
I am glad this video is helpful!! That was a purpose of making this video. To be honest, I don't think an expensive bicycle is necessary. As I showed on the video, every part needs to be changed after a while for touring. To have 27 gears would be most important :) Enjoy riding! :)
Great content as always, Jin. Learning a lot. I agree with the comments, brands should sponsor you. :) It’s true for the 26”, in my local area I noticed that it’s easier to find compared to a 650b especially if the area is more remote. :)
@@universewithme I live in the Philippines and what I noticed in the rural areas the bike shops usually carries the 26” spares compared to 650b even those shops that are a bit outdated there’s a good chance that they have stocks. :)
Hi Jin! Thank you for your video. You shared a lot of useful practical experience with us. 26" wheel size: In my region in Central Europe, the 26 wheel is available, but these days it is increasingly difficult to buy the desired part immediately in the premium segment. I am also a fan of steel frames and 26 wheels. And I tried several schwalbe tires. If you allow me a piece of advice, rust protection is important for steel frames. Outside, the powder-coated paint is durable. The inside of the pipes can be treated (in Europe, Motip hollow wax). Ciao
The 26” tire is scarce for selection here in Michigan. This size is available but very limited selection of choices at most stores. Most of the selection of 26” tires are entry level flimsy models or Mountain bike racing tires. Best selection for 26” is online stores in my area.
The route lines made me quadruple take as a longterm bike traveler myself. That is seriously impressive and I'm sure you don't need any external verification of that fact 😂 keep riding
You are great. ive views ya since the beginn. i tourd since a kid, 60's. missed the 76 usa tour butt done dozens of rides/tour. not enuff. often told to wait, etc. now may to old n pained to restart. i got bikes. gear old. just need the one. step thru for me. i gave dozen bikes away. only 6 left, but cant decide. may zig zag frum Marfa Tx, , west to Mesa Az and see sis in Hanover ,NH. before final ride back to the homes were i once was born...
Sweet bike. I think you should upgrade your Rear derailleur and replace your rear cassette with an 11speed, then switch to a 2 chainring system. you will have only 22 gears but it should meet most of your needs and simplify your drivetrain.
I use butterfly bars now and I actually think I prefer my old flat bars with extenders on the end. Butterflies flex too much for me and putting a handlebar bag on isn't always straightforward. The advantage of drops is that you can have friction change gear levers which I'm jealous of!
I have flat bars with end extenders (antlers.) I prefer it to the butterfly and drop bars. It's really easy to install flat bar shifters might be worth it or go with a fancy type of flatbar like Jones or surly brand.
This is so interesting, I love a much used touring bike. There is always something not quite right with a touring bike without a scratch. As for the drop bar, i looks to me that a shallower type drop bar, maybe one with a wider splay would work much better.
여행은 아직 안가봤고 언젠가 가야지 하는 생각만 하고 있지만 영상 재밌게 잘 봤습니다! 26인치 림브레이크 휠은 확실히 예전보다 구하기 더 힘들어진것 같아요~ 프리휠의 26인치 림브레이크라면 저가형 생활 자전거에서 자주 볼수 있겠지만 말이죠.. 그래서 저도 26인치 디스크 브레이크로 지금 자전거를 맞췄는데 역시 정비 용이성에서는 림브레이크만은 못하네요 ㅠㅠ
Hello Jin. As a bicycle mechanic, I have to say this is my very favorite video you have made. I ride a Surly Long Haul Trucker as well, and love it. I have one suggestion, regarding your changing the entire drivetrain every 10,000 kilometers. If you change your chain at approximately 2500 kilometers, you can usually get about 3 chains before you need to change your cassette. There will be less wear on the chainrings and derailleur as well. Just a suggestion, but it might save some money in the long term. Be well, and stay safe, Stephen
Hi Stephen, I am so happy that you like this content. By the way, thank you for your suggestion. Do you mean if I change the chain at every 2,500km, then I can change everything like after 20,000 km? Actually in my memory, so far I've had four times big change. So it's actually every 15,000~20,000km though. I was always wondering how often people really change the chain because 2,500 km can mean one chain per month for someone. I've noticed so many people are crazy at cycling on Strava and my distance is nothing compared to many people out there. My question is that do many people change the chain really every 3,000km at every month?
I asked around the shop here and we suggest changing chains at about 1500-2000 miles, which I converted to about 3200 kilometers. Then be observant of the wear on the chain. A new chain will measure 12 inches from pin to pin. If it’s 12 1/6” I will replace chain. If it’s 12 1/8”, I will replace chain and cassette. Usually you can replace a chain 2-3 times before replacing a cassette. I assume you are a “soft” rider due to your size. Probably pretty easy on drivetrains. As long as the chain doesn’t slip over the teeth under load, then all is good.
I really like your video! Thanks for making it. You inspire me to bicycle tour long distance...🚴♂️☀️. I recently sold my Surly Disc Trucker (26" wheels) and bought a Trek FX 2 fitness bike (700c wheels), which I'm converting to a 3x9 touring bike (using a Shimano T4060 48/36/26 crankset with a Shimano HG201 11-36 cassette, plus Shimano Sora flat bar shifters and Sora brake levers on 550mm-wide bullhorn-style vintage MTB handlebars, as well as a Shimano Sora 3x front derailleur and a Shimano Alivio M3100-SGS rear derailleur). Although I miss the vibration-absorbing quality of the Surly Disc Trucker's steel frame, I prefer the light & nimble weight of the Trek FX 2 aluminum frame, because I often have to lift my bike on and off the bike rack on the front of the local bus (I often commute multi-modally by bike and bus). I'm disappointed that 26" wheels are no longer popular and are harder to find, because there are/were so many choices of tire widths (26" x 25mm - 60mm+), and because a 26" wheel is easier to pedal uphill than a 700c or 29" wheel (fewer gear inches in the same gear). Anyhow, thanks again!
@@universewithme You're welcome! I'm deeply impressed by your worldwide bicycle touring and your interesting TH-cam videos which chronicle your travels. If you're ever in the northern New England area of the United States (I'm a resident of New Hampshire), I hope we get a chance to meet and perhaps ride a few miles together. You inspire me. Keep up the good work! {:-)
That's a good point about 26inch wheels. As they are small you do get a really low gear on a 32 or 34 cassette we which is great for climbing with a heavy touring bike.
damn when you think each mark on bike frame with it's own history ... thank you Jin for another video 👍 I've tried on one of my bike butterfly handlebars but with drop I found more options for body and they are narrower to pass traffic
yes I prefer vintage drop bars, they only 420mm wide, got 100mm stem up/down adjustment range , when you loading more lifting up when empty on lower position, also when cycling for steering using pedals and leaning your body weight from one to other side your bike , narrow bars is advantage in busy roads but not on gravel or sand
After living half of my life in Scandinavia I strongly recommend to plan your route through Norway. It's so magical here. Just not forget atleast 36 or even 40T cassette ;) Btw you don't need to change front chainrings, cassette and rear deraileur so often, if you check your chain for wear and change when it's worn out.
I find it so interesting that 26" wheels have become less common. I toured Europe in 1999 and I taco'd my wheel in a small town in Denmark. The local bike shop didn't have any compatible wheels or rims for my bike with 700C wheels. As a tall guy, I'm kind of glad 700C has become more common now since larger wheels suit my big body.
I have owned a few Long Haul Truckers but moved to disc brakes because rim brakes do not stop well. I just bought a Surly ECR and put on Jones Handlebars - I am now building it with racks and Panniers - Some day I hope to start with a California coast ride. Thanks so much for your site.
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As usual, the first link didn't work but the second one did. I wonder why.
Love seeing a fellow 'Surlite'; have a single-speed Karate Monkey that has been awesome and really one of the best bikes I've had in years in terms of sturdiness and versitility.
Surly Bikes. This is your most loved and ridden bike ever. Give this girl a sponsorship !!
Surly's are solid rides and I like the friendly 'secret hand-shake' amongst those of us who have one; always cool vibes. I have a '18 Karate Monkey running in single-speed mode and it's been a great 'one-bike'. Adding the Moloko bars made an already solid bike that much more comfortable and versitile.
Humanoid of Surly for sure!
As a surly dealer I don't even get support... But yes i still love surly too and use Surly Tyres on both my fat bike and Downhill hardtail bike. I also used Surly on my tour for a long time.
@@ElectronicPleasure If they helped her out would set a president, you only have to literally ride around the world!!! Honestly a positive advertisement/ PR opportunity waiting for Surly here. Send them an email?
Love her, she truly is a committed touring cyclist
That shot at 6:11 is hilarious! And yes, Surly really, really, really should sponsor you.
That's my fav too :)
Surly don't give a shit. I've contacted them about various things with their bikes for long distance touring and their attitude is we know best you don't so feck off.
@@alexmorgan3435 that's probably because they want you to look at their new products
@@nickwf70 No. They genuinely don't give a shit. At one point I had 3 Surly bikes. If you cut me in half you would have found the Surly name running through my body like a stick of rock. Not any more. I now ride other brands of bike Kona, Cube, Trek and Brompton. Surly lost me a long time ago.
@@alexmorgan3435 yeah I must admit I feel the same way about surly these days. I have 3 of them, last one I bought I was disappointed as it's too flexi, very heavy, bloody slow and thier prices take the piss so I'm looking elsewhere next time.
I started touring when I was 16 and that was over 50 years ago! I also have a Surley long haul trucker (my 45 year old Dawes Galaxy is resigned to being a city bike) and Brooks saddle, Ortlieb panniers and handlebar bag, and even the same fuel canister! I totally admire your 10 years of solo touring around the world. Very inspiring. I'll look forward to more of your videos.
you are awesome!
wow that bike need to be in a museum
Indiana Jones voice: It belongs in a museum!!!
No, that bike needs to be ridden for years to come.
Jin I especially loved this video! It was so practical. Also, I really like how you use the equipment until it is worn out. That shows it’s true quality.
I am so happy to hear you like this content as it was hard working to edit :) It's my personality that I like to keep things. When I was kids, I kept a few small rocks 😂. But actually taking rock from other countries is illegal so I was collecting coins. It was still heavy but lighter than rock. haha
We still have your old Brooks saddle. Travel well and stay safe. Martin and Karen, Brisbane…
Hi Martin!! Thank you for amazing gift! I've sent the message on FB!! Love you guys!! :)
Peace in the world, being brothers and sister From people that came from nowhere is very nice thing
You are awesomely simple and simply awesome! I remember watching your videos years ago and you are still there, giving bike touring its real colours. If I was Surely, I'd employ you right away, and I'd give you a new bike!!
I've toured for 4 years (with a six month break between each one year leg) and I'm amazed how similar our setups and gear is. Surly, Brooks, Ortlieb, platform pedals, Schwalbe... great minds think alike. :)
I did start on a LHT but switched to a Troll with upright swept back bars, and with disc brakes. After a bad crash with wet and muddy rim brakes I'd never go back. I'm still on heavy duty 26" wheels. Work great for me and I've never had problems with them in the field... though I have replaced the whole set a couple of times.
Pro-tip: cut the top few inches off a mid sized plastic coke bottle and slip it over the top of your water bottles like a protective sleeve. Really cuts down on stomach problems.
Good luck.
I miss meeting cycling traveler on the road and we talk about bicycle hahahaha. You know that.. haha.. You remind of that! haha. Thank you for sharing your travel experience and tip :)
I really like your practical approach. Your equipment is proof that we don't need extremely expensive equipment for real cycling. I also ride (but on significantly shorter routes) an older bike (I think it was built in 1999 (Univega), basically the mtb, which I converted into a traveler, works great, similar equipment: 26 inch, Acera, Deore, Schwalbe Marathon (basic model)... Thank you for shaaring, I wish you many experiences on a bike!
You are passionate doing what you love. Keep moving. God bless.
Now that's a proper touring bike! Kudos to you and your travels. Her Surly, Get this person a new bike set up! What an ambassador she is, strongest reason I've had yet to take the plunge and get the LHT frameset. Albeit for shopping trips rather than global exploration. .
Smashing vid, what incredible tenacity. I've bought those tools but I'll never use most of them. You are the genuine cyclist, I'm a weekend warrior at best. Please keep sharing your adventures. Xx
You speak with such love and respect for your bike. I respect you so much for how you talk about this whole endeavor of yours
Wow! Wonderful. youre my hero. An inspiration. I ride my surly with tubeless tires and disc brakes from starbucks to starbucks in California.
I do a fair bit of touring, and I thoroughly enjoyed this video. It's always interesting to see other cyclists' bikes and gear. Happy trails!
Glad you enjoyed it! It's always fun to stop when we, cycling traveler, meet each other on the road and talk about each other's bicycle setup :)
I love this channel so much! Thank you thank you thank you for all the work you do!
Glad you enjoy it! :)
Memories with your bike "Priceless"😊
A real review by a real traveler, TH-cam needs more videos like this one , awesome
You are the real deal Jin 😊
You will be a guiding light and inspiration for future travels!! Thank you for sharing your stories.❤ I enjoy your blog very much.
I use drop down with flared out ends. What I like is my leather wrap on my handle bars. Helps with sweaty hands and doesn't irritated my skin.
Great info for any new bike mechanics. I've owned maybe 70+ bikes never using a kick stand or removing them for weight and looks etc. Now as a 35 yr old, I too love my greenfield kickstand the same as a 5 yr old would😁
wow!! 70 bikes!! I don't think I will have a kickstand if I have a light road bike! haha. But this kickstand is just amazing for touring bike!
@@universewithme It's tricky owning a cool light bike (sometimes 5 or more bikes we all know the story!). I know what I need out of a single bike these day's as you do haha. One bike that does everything.
I have a Troll with disk brakes. Any suggestions for a kickstand? Thanks!
i Love 26 inch wheels , mostly for cheap mountain bike. That Yello bike will be in Surly Museum one day 💪🏽Strong Like Bull . Great Review
For world touring ,they are obsolete!
Yea the bike and the cyclist proof more than legit .. Good idea and surly.reward her with something !
Gifted communicator! The Joy/Jin of Life on 26in wheels. 😀
A true test of bicycle products and gear from you. Super impressive bicycle journeys
I have a 2007 Surly Long Haul Trucker that I was gifted by my employer. I have ridden for 37 years, more or less, and have owned about 12 nice bicycles, and a few crappy ones. The LHT is my favorite, by far, and that includes my Titanium Litespeed Gravel. The Litespeed is a thing of beauty, but to be honest, I ride the LHT more. Bulletproof, reliable, stable, versatile, easy to work on, and all-day-comfortable, Surly LHT's are world-class expedition bicycles. The LHT has been discontinued by Surly in favor of the Disc Trucker, which is similar and a good touring bike, but just not quite in the same class.
Brook saddles are great...I'll give you a tip..rub a candle on the saddle now and again..it will help to keep it supple and waterproof.
Thanks for the tip!
Thank you Jin for sharing. I came upon your cycling videos only this year 2022 and loving it. Watching your videos really inspire me to plan another cycling trip again. In term of cycling speed, I prefer to cruise around 10-15 kmh just like you. I use a Soma Saga. Last trip was Round Island Taiwan in 2016.
Love your post!! I ride a Troll and my tours consist of paved (some barely) and gravel roads.
Happy to see you again ☺
Thanks Dary :)
this is a special bike for touring, the equipment is amazing.
You are my hero. I have been following you as far I can remember you. When a movie about you, your life, your adventure?
Yeah, A movie or biography would be epic and probably a good seller too.
That bike is the narliest touring bike I've ever seen and has the battle scars to prove it. I bet it scares the hell out of any fellow touring riders with "spit polished" bikes. Great post
Great smile!! Nice to see you again.
I love your bike, it has so much history, and I love the yellow color. 26 inch forever !!!
Some bike company needs to give this woman her own model.
Great video!! Love your lifestyle.
Hello Jin! Thank you for talking about the experience you've had with finding of 26" wheels around the world. I was thinking about taking a 26" bike on the world bike tour that I'm planning, but now I know that it's not such a great idea. Thank you also for being such a great inspiration for me. Best of luck on your future travels! Greetings from Guadalajara, Mexico!
Actually some said still it's easier than 27.5.. um.. it's confusing :) You can check your local bicycle store if they have 26" at the store and see how it goes. Good luck for your future trip :)
@@universewithme Yes, I see that several people mentioned that, but I think 700c would probably be easier to find than 650b (27.5) since they've been around longer. But I'll definitely do more research before deciding. Thank's again!
I prefer 26 over 700c still today
@@jorg3leon As long as you are staying on nicely paved roads, I would prefer a bit more tread for those rougher roads even though it will make the other 80% of riding slower without road tires.
I am such a big fan. I love your videos!
Yay! Thank you!
So much information based on years of experience. I saw 2 tools I had forgotten about & need to get immediately. Thanks Jin!
Glad it was helpful! :)
@@universewithme I need a spoke wrench, a puncture patch kit, and a few spokes. Then I'm ready to go.
Whew I thought I was carrying a big tool bag but this is next level!
For the phone I use a Blackburn top tube bag with a transparent top. These mounts are not for me.
As others said, disc brakes are great -- I have blown a few rims in the past and that's not going to happen again.
Yell out when you're in the capital of New Zealand again!
Cool video, Congrats on riding the world. Incredible.
Hay Jin, good to see another video. I just got 2 new bikes - not that fancy, but I think they're just good enough for me; a Galaxy Dawes Tourer deluxe and a Falcon Adventurer. (Both bikes cost under £300 GB - $412US). I'm just seeing how far I can go - am 60 now, but it's just a number. I like to follow people's adventures on bikes.
In my opinion, you don't need expensive bike to tour. Specially these days the bike industry is very well improved that they make better quality bike. Your bike will last longer except bike parts which you need to change to keep maintain :)
Surlys are just trading off their "trendy" name. A Dawes Galaxy is every bit as good as a Surly but without the extortionate price tag.
Great video. I have a Thorn exp myself. Never made it around the world but went from the UK to Azerbaijan. Would love to meet someone like you to talk about touring with, its rare that you meet people that do. Also, you can get a little brooks mud flap for your front mudguard, will stop loads of mud getting on your water bottle.
Fascinating. Your bike has such character … it’s a 🌟🥰👍
Yes that's right the bike itself speaks a lot
항상 응원합니다 당신의 여행에 항상 신의 은총이 함께 하기를,,,
응원 감사합니다..^^
Thank you for sharing about your bicycle, the Surly Long Haul Trucker. It is good to hear, as I have a Surly Long Haul Trucker. Sadly, Surly has stopped making the Long Haul Trucker.
Yes, maybe they have some reasons. Anyway as you can see, I still use it over 12 years on the world tour! Strongest one! (I didn't manage any rust and it's still good! 🤣)
hey there great video. I live in Indonesia and I'm planning on buying a surly next month., Your video was really fun to watch.
Good video. Ten years of riding frequently, you surely know what works for you. As difficult as it is to find 26” wheels, I think they are still best for your purpose. They will never disappear completely.
We used and continue to use the 26” wheel because of strength, slightly lower center of gravity, better tire selection, and ease of finding a mountain bike wheel replacement. Yes, I understand with the changes in time, 26” wheels are becoming more difficult to find in some parts of the world. Nice review, Thank you.
26" колесо очень надёжное и крепкое и много фирм выпускает этот размер шин.
Thank you jin welcome back very nice to see youtube video somewhere sunny ☀ Gold Coast the State of Queensland showing your very lucky bright yellow tour push the bike 🚲 good idea 💡 stay safe take care all the best of the year so sweet your so beautiful voice 😎👍💗💕💕🚲
Thank you ♥
Great video of your bike after so many KM's. Maybe good to give you frame a good clean and look for any cracks. Using sand paper get rid of all the rust and repaint those parts. I would then spray oil into all the small frame holes( for welding) on the seats stays and chains stays. The same with the forks. This should help it from rusting on the inside. Also remove the seatpost and spray oil down there and grease so the seatpost does not corrode and fuse into the frame.
Great interview. Totally inspiring, and shows it's the rider who counts the most. Edit: Wow, I use the same phone bracket as you, GUB Plus 6, which enables keeping the phone in a study case.
Thank you for liking the video! Before that phone mount, I used some plastic and it was really bad!! But this one is so stable! :)
Wow! I found this to be so inspirational! Thank you for your video!
많이 들으셨겠지만 참 멋진분 같아요~!
유튜브를 통해 잘 보고 있답니다. 몸조심하시구요 항상 응원 합니다
응원 감사해요 ^^
Thank you for this thorough and detailed review! It’s very helpful.
Good vid kid.... I'm a fan of the twenty six wheel also.... need a couple tires now plus size..... nothing ever easy..... good
Useful info.... thanks and good luck.
Thanks 👍
I will record, save this info replay and so I could understand, learn. I am totally new to biking. I really admire you. I want to learn from you everything. I am your height. Our build is similar. This is very important factor when it comes choosing right size bike. Thank you Jin, please help me to find right bike and how to bike. I am a beginner. I just biked 12 miles flat rail road. From NY. Kim
I am glad this video is helpful!! That was a purpose of making this video. To be honest, I don't think an expensive bicycle is necessary. As I showed on the video, every part needs to be changed after a while for touring. To have 27 gears would be most important :) Enjoy riding! :)
Great content as always, Jin. Learning a lot. I agree with the comments, brands should sponsor you. :)
It’s true for the 26”, in my local area I noticed that it’s easier to find compared to a 650b especially if the area is more remote. :)
Thank you for sharing your information. May I ask where is your local area??
@@universewithme I live in the Philippines and what I noticed in the rural areas the bike shops usually carries the 26” spares compared to 650b even those shops that are a bit outdated there’s a good chance that they have stocks. :)
Hi Jin! Thank you for your video. You shared a lot of useful practical experience with us. 26" wheel size: In my region in Central Europe, the 26 wheel is available, but these days it is increasingly difficult to buy the desired part immediately in the premium segment. I am also a fan of steel frames and 26 wheels. And I tried several schwalbe tires. If you allow me a piece of advice, rust protection is important for steel frames. Outside, the powder-coated paint is durable. The inside of the pipes can be treated (in Europe, Motip hollow wax). Ciao
대단하세요~! 늘 응원합니다..!
감사합니다~~^^
The 26” tire is scarce for selection here in Michigan. This size is available but very limited selection of choices at most stores. Most of the selection of 26” tires are entry level flimsy models or Mountain bike racing tires. Best selection for 26” is online stores in my area.
Because they are almost obsolete.
Nice, quiet hubs. 🙂 I run a deore front and a deore xt rear. Hardly makes a sound when I coast. Great for scaring people.
The route lines made me quadruple take as a longterm bike traveler myself. That is seriously impressive and I'm sure you don't need any external verification of that fact 😂 keep riding
You are great. ive views ya since the beginn. i tourd since a kid, 60's. missed the 76 usa tour butt done dozens of rides/tour. not enuff. often told to wait, etc. now may to old n pained to restart. i got bikes. gear old. just need the one. step thru for me. i gave dozen bikes away. only 6 left, but cant decide. may zig zag frum Marfa Tx, , west to Mesa Az and see sis in Hanover ,NH. before final ride back to the homes were i once was born...
Thank you very much. I learned a lot in your video.
Glad to hear that! :)
Thank you Jin for creating this video. I found it very useful and informative!
Amazing! Eager to learn from u. Subscribed!
Awesome, thank you!
Thank you for sharing! You're fantastic, Jin. 🎉🌻
Thanks for sharing your experience. Take care of your rust so you don’t get break accident.
Great, I hope to cycle around Vietnam in the near future, I am preparing everything
Best of luck!
Sweet bike. I think you should upgrade your Rear derailleur and replace your rear cassette with an 11speed, then switch to a 2 chainring system. you will have only 22 gears but it should meet most of your needs and simplify your drivetrain.
I use butterfly bars now and I actually think I prefer my old flat bars with extenders on the end. Butterflies flex too much for me and putting a handlebar bag on isn't always straightforward. The advantage of drops is that you can have friction change gear levers which I'm jealous of!
26” wheels are easy to find somewhere on the country side. Anyone has one in a barn to take parts off. And they fit in a box when you take a plane.
I have flat bars with end extenders (antlers.) I prefer it to the butterfly and drop bars.
It's really easy to install flat bar shifters might be worth it or go with a fancy type of flatbar like Jones or surly brand.
Very interesting! I think you are a Super Woman for touring on a bicycle!!👏👏👏👏
This is so interesting, I love a much used touring bike. There is always something not quite right with a touring bike without a scratch. As for the drop bar, i looks to me that a shallower type drop bar, maybe one with a wider splay would work much better.
여행은 아직 안가봤고 언젠가 가야지 하는 생각만 하고 있지만 영상 재밌게 잘 봤습니다!
26인치 림브레이크 휠은 확실히 예전보다 구하기 더 힘들어진것 같아요~
프리휠의 26인치 림브레이크라면 저가형 생활 자전거에서 자주 볼수 있겠지만 말이죠..
그래서 저도 26인치 디스크 브레이크로 지금 자전거를 맞췄는데
역시 정비 용이성에서는 림브레이크만은 못하네요 ㅠㅠ
자전거도 대세에 따라 바뀌게 되나봐요.ㅎ 전 림브레이크만 계속 써서 디스크 브레이크는 잘 모르겠어요.ㅎ 나중에 즐거운 여행 하세요~^^
Great bike info, Jin, thank you!
The best bike for long distance travelling and also you came prepared Jin if the bike broken take care always on your journeys?
I have butterfly and adjustable stem.
Hello Jin. As a bicycle mechanic, I have to say this is my very favorite video you have made. I ride a Surly Long Haul Trucker as well, and love it. I have one suggestion, regarding your changing the entire drivetrain every 10,000 kilometers. If you change your chain at approximately 2500 kilometers, you can usually get about 3 chains before you need to change your cassette. There will be less wear on the chainrings and derailleur as well. Just a suggestion, but it might save some money in the long term.
Be well, and stay safe,
Stephen
Hi Stephen, I am so happy that you like this content. By the way, thank you for your suggestion. Do you mean if I change the chain at every 2,500km, then I can change everything like after 20,000 km? Actually in my memory, so far I've had four times big change. So it's actually every 15,000~20,000km though. I was always wondering how often people really change the chain because 2,500 km can mean one chain per month for someone. I've noticed so many people are crazy at cycling on Strava and my distance is nothing compared to many people out there. My question is that do many people change the chain really every 3,000km at every month?
I asked around the shop here and we suggest changing chains at about 1500-2000 miles, which I converted to about 3200 kilometers. Then be observant of the wear on the chain. A new chain will measure 12 inches from pin to pin. If it’s
12 1/6” I will replace chain. If it’s 12 1/8”, I will replace chain and cassette. Usually you can replace a chain 2-3 times before replacing a cassette. I assume you are a “soft” rider due to your size. Probably pretty easy on drivetrains. As long as the chain doesn’t slip over the teeth under load, then all is good.
@@imawrench I red your comments and it gave me some knowledge.. I Thankyou for that 🙏😉
@@green_building You are very welcome. I too ride a Long Haul Trucker but nothing like Jin. She is a real inspiration.
I really like your video! Thanks for making it. You inspire me to bicycle tour long distance...🚴♂️☀️. I recently sold my Surly Disc Trucker (26" wheels) and bought a Trek FX 2 fitness bike (700c wheels), which I'm converting to a 3x9 touring bike (using a Shimano T4060 48/36/26 crankset with a Shimano HG201 11-36 cassette, plus Shimano Sora flat bar shifters and Sora brake levers on 550mm-wide bullhorn-style vintage MTB handlebars, as well as a Shimano Sora 3x front derailleur and a Shimano Alivio M3100-SGS rear derailleur). Although I miss the vibration-absorbing quality of the Surly Disc Trucker's steel frame, I prefer the light & nimble weight of the Trek FX 2 aluminum frame, because I often have to lift my bike on and off the bike rack on the front of the local bus (I often commute multi-modally by bike and bus). I'm disappointed that 26" wheels are no longer popular and are harder to find, because there are/were so many choices of tire widths (26" x 25mm - 60mm+), and because a 26" wheel is easier to pedal uphill than a 700c or 29" wheel (fewer gear inches in the same gear). Anyhow, thanks again!
Thank you for sharing your bicycle setup :)
@@universewithme You're welcome! I'm deeply impressed by your worldwide bicycle touring and your interesting TH-cam videos which chronicle your travels. If you're ever in the northern New England area of the United States (I'm a resident of New Hampshire), I hope we get a chance to meet and perhaps ride a few miles together. You inspire me. Keep up the good work! {:-)
@@alexjboros9544 Thanks :)
That's a good point about 26inch wheels. As they are small you do get a really low gear on a 32 or 34 cassette we which is great for climbing with a heavy touring bike.
Hello dear Jin, I have seen ur this blog n finally SUBSCRIBED the channel. We wish u a very very happy journeys. God bless u.
damn when you think each mark on bike frame with it's own history ... thank you Jin for another video 👍 I've tried on one of my bike butterfly handlebars but with drop I found more options for body and they are narrower to pass traffic
Do you prefer drop?? Interesting point! Thank you for sharing! :)
yes I prefer vintage drop bars, they only 420mm wide, got 100mm stem up/down adjustment range , when you loading more lifting up when empty on lower position, also when cycling for steering using pedals and leaning your body weight from one to other side your bike , narrow bars is advantage in busy roads but not on gravel or sand
올때마다 대단하다는 생각뿐...
안전한 한국 도착 기원합니다.
조댓구알 했습니다.
좋아요! 댓글! 구독 !알림설정
구독 감사합니다..^^
After living half of my life in Scandinavia I strongly recommend to plan your route through Norway. It's so magical here. Just not forget atleast 36 or even 40T cassette ;) Btw you don't need to change front chainrings, cassette and rear deraileur so often, if you check your chain for wear and change when it's worn out.
Thank you for sharing! You're amajing, Jin
I find it so interesting that 26" wheels have become less common. I toured Europe in 1999 and I taco'd my wheel in a small town in Denmark. The local bike shop didn't have any compatible wheels or rims for my bike with 700C wheels. As a tall guy, I'm kind of glad 700C has become more common now since larger wheels suit my big body.
dropbars and 26" wheels is a winning combination.
Congratulations from Morocco.
Great video of you and your bicycle.
I also tour northeast America.
I have owned a few Long Haul Truckers but moved to disc brakes because rim brakes do not stop well. I just bought a Surly ECR and put on Jones Handlebars - I am now building it with racks and Panniers - Some day I hope to start with a California coast ride. Thanks so much for your site.
Thank you for sharing your experience. I think disc brakes are better too :) I hope you have an amazing trip soon :)
6 dislikes for this video ….. why ? Jealous
Great stuff as far as I am concerned 🚴🚵🚴
Oh yeah and “Schwalbe “ 😍❤️😍
You are great! Matibay, Matatag, Mabuhay ka!
Sending love.
Mantaap..saya mengikuti semua video anda..perjuangan yang tangguh..penuh semangat..
Great video. Thanks for all the information
Aero bars are great too if you want to switch positions and be even faster. Not sure if that would work with a front bag though