2022 BC EPIC 1000 Bikepacking Race (Round 1)
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- 2022 BC EPIC 1000 Bikepacking Race (Round 1)
Well, I’m at it again. Out on the BC Epic bikepacking course, giving it my all. We can prepare for many things, but body parts acting up, we can not.
In this episode, I take you through the first 500km of the BC Epic 1000 Bikepacking race, until… you guess it. A pesky body part forced me to stop. Hope you enjoy the journey.
THE ROUTE (2022 w/detour) : ridewithgps.com/routes/40588824
#bikepacking #bikepackracing #bcepic1000
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STUFF I used on this race:
GRYND Endurance Butter
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Bike: 2015 Kona Big Karuna 29r Racelight carbon
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Wheels: LightBicycle wr40 with Industry 9 hubs
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Whatch them being built here:
• BIKEPACKING Carbon whe...
Tires: Maxxis Ikon 29 x 2.21”
www.maxxis.com/us/tire/ikon/
Bags:
Tailfin Aero Bag w/alloy rack:
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Revelate Design: tinyurl.com/yxh68jsa
(Harness, Jerrycan, Mountain feedbags, Gas Tank)
Frame bag: • DIY - Make Your Own Bi...
Sleeping:
Outdoor Research Helium BivyL
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Therm-a-Rest Chorus down Quilt.
GPS: Hammerhead Karoo@
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Navigation: ridewithgps.com
Camera: Apple iPhone 11, GoPro 7 Black
Editing: DaVinci Resolve 17
Computer: Mac Mini M1
Music: Epidemic Sound - get a FREE month with this link!
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Thanks for taking us on the journey. I've done most of this route before and it was great to see it again. If only the midway dinner sold beer, then it would have been even better!
Really enjoyed your video. Very clear both sound and picture. We did look for you since we were also doing some bikepacking from Carmi to Midway, but jammed as there was severe weather reports for the next few days. We did car camping and day rides on the KVR for the rest of our holidays. We will try again next year. We ride fatbikes with flat pedals and an 8km average, slow I know but we stop and take lots of pictures. Look forward to more of your videos!!
Thanks for watching :) It's a wonder ride, and even better when you can stop whenever you want swim, take photos, or just chill out. It's worth riding the entire race route at a leisurely pace. Enjoy yourselves!
Maaaaan... almost 450 km in a day in half... Rob! You are the beast!! A machine! Congrats 👏 👏
What I lack in speed, I make up for in stubbornness
@Salty Beard Bikepacking I'm planning to do Camino de Santiago in Spain this April, and it's 1000kms from Sevilla to Santiago... it takes like 15-20 days
..if I think that you did half of that just in 1.5 days...👽👽👽 you are an alien!!! Ahaha
I know you were disappointed that you weren't able to continue on Rob. Thanks for sharing this journey with us. When you described the BC EPIC 1000 to me... I could imagine what the trails and roads would be like.... but it was so nice to travel the real trails with you. Beautiful scenery. Was great to catch a glimpse of Michelle and Bodhi the Adventure Cat! Looking forward to your travels in the Epic next year!!💕
It was the right call. I didn't loose the nail. I'll be back for "Round 2" end of August.
No shame in having to scratch. You gave it what you could and would have succeeded had not had issues beyond your control. What a great adventure.
I keep watching different bikepacking videos hoping to convince myself to get a bike to do that. I have a 14 year old Fuji road bike that I still ride 100-150 miles a week. It's served me well, but I want to try a different kind of biking. So many bike choices that's going to be the biggest hurdle on what to get.
Thanks for sharing the adventure.
Those old Fuji's are great. You may not need a new bike......
@@barrybogart5436 its an old road bike. I want something that I can try on the dirt. I really want to give bikepacking a try. I even have a 250 mile, or so, route picked out from my parents house in the mtns of AZ to my place in the suburbs of Phoenix. Next will be finding someone else this crazy. Haha.
@@michaelp1109 When I did the KVR I used a 80's Trek 420. My first tour with BP gear, bags and no fenders or racks, was on my old (1980) Talbot Rando bike. But then I did buy a purpose-built-to-my-specs gravel bike, a MEC Cote. Cost me about $2000. It is very comfortable but I can't say it is that much better. I'd say lose any fenders and racks on the Fuji, get the widest tires you can get on it, and proper BP bags. Try it out on a tour and THEN get a 'better' bike. You can't have too many bikes!
@@barrybogart5436 I think those old Fuji's can fit a pretty wide tire, like my old 1987 Miyata 610. Wifey has a MEC Cote and she loves it. Your advice is sound.
Very true, there are so many bikes out there. It's more about what type of bikepacking do you want to do. What type of terrain, how fast/slow, how loaded/light? This will narrow down bike choice. Then pick a price point. Or any specific features you want.
Rob, just wanted to say 'Thanks' for this video series. I legitimately used it, and your westbound series as 90% of my route beta in preperation to race the 2023 edition. Tons of info, and it helped me know what to expect.
Cheers!
Mike… thank you very much for the comments. It’s nice to know my failed attempts has lead to the success of someone else. You had an amazing ride. You really pushed the envelope… almost too much. A crash at the wrong time ‘n’ place could have been disastrous. But I can only make armchair comments. I do the same after riding 38-40hrs and sleeping for 2-3. I’m slow but stubborn. Great to see your video cracked the “bikepacking.com” nut. I haven’t been privileged just yet. Are you going to give my Caves & Coves TT an attempt for 2023 or 24 ??
You’re awesome! Thanks for sharing your ride.
Thanks for watching!
So glad your videos are back in my feed!
Sorry for the lack of them... it's been a busy summer this year. Job stuff... real life stuff.
Glad to see a new video and it was great. Hate you didn’t make your goal but over 24 hours on the bike is impressive. Well done. Looking forward to a Tail Fin review.
and going back out on course late August to give it another go.
Thanks for another awesome adventure! I've been waiting for your next video for far too long! Shame about the toenails, hopefully you'll be back next year.
Yeah. Sorry for the long “intermission” between videos. The first 1/2 of 2022 has been a busy one for me.
Wow. just wow. You did an amazing ride. We just had Ironman here in Penticton, and I figure you crossed the finish line and then some ! Thank you for bringing us along. cheers. 🍻
Thanks!! I just came back from racing the route again - westbound. I used to live in Penticton. Rolled through Friday morning (Sept 2) but the new fires in area dumped ash on me from Osprey Lake to Princeton - I started having respiratory & sinus issues, bad enough I pulled the plug with 115 km left.
Wow....while you didn't finish that was a massive effort...I could not imaging riding from merrit to beaverdale in one go....jeebus....good work!
Thanks. It was a pretty good push. I was surprised how fresh I felt though it all. I think my game plan was working, and not riding too hard. Just making every effort to not stop. I could have still cut out more time, less photo stops, and when I get food, not sit down and eat, but stay mobile and chow down. I'll be back on course Aug 29th for "Round 2" going westbound.
Hardcore. Well done dude.
well.... lets see if Round 2 goes any better. I'll be back on course Aug 29th.
Good on you for making the call to scratch rather than put your own health at risk. It seems like endurance events can be about pushing through regardless of what happens.
yes, I think I made the right call. I probably would have lost the toenail if I continued. And there was always the chance of loosing before the finish.
Hell of a push anyhow!
Good job Rob!
Hey Rob!!! How’s it going. Yeah, definitely one of my bigger pushes… hope I go “better, harder, faster, stronger” on the 2nd attempt in Sept.
Should be much cooler.
Good luck!
Chris and I are scheming something big in mid September but haven’t settled on a plan yet.
Cheers 🍻
oooohhhh.... sounds like some mis-adventures to be had seeking out brewskis! And, maybe a few cinnamon buns.
Beautiful scenery, nice cutting and music, this video deserves more views and this channel a whole lot more subscribers.
Thanks Stephan, glad you’re enjoying. This summer was a bit thin on creating things. Life has been busy. Spread the word, share my vids, feel free to get the word out. Building a channel is a very slow process. Its viewers like you that keeps me engaged. Reach out any time if you have questions :)
Very difficult for me to watch ! Cause I am so jealous, lol! Good on you salty beard !
thanks :)
Insane. Congratulations.
Thanks… I’ll be back at it soon enough for round 2
solid effort ! thanks for sharing.
Keep watching for attempt #2
Nicely done! Hell of a push those first 36 hours. Wow! Good practical tips and tricks like not sleeping in a park on Sundays. lol. Thanks for the shoutout to « those two families giving their kids a pretty awesome childhood ». I’d have to agree and our kids seem to as well. ;-) See you out there!
Thanks Joey / it was a good push, and I was feeling surprisingly “switched on” at that time. I’m back on the board (TrackLeaders) tomorrow at 10am - and attempting at westbound run at it.
@@SaltyBeard_Adventures happy trails! Good luck.
Thanks for sharing your experience!
Glad you liked it 👍🏼
Chapeau great video, I was the lantern rouge 9 days 16 hours 14 min on this race( 30 finished 19 scratched )
….the first success is that you took the first pedal stroke, and the the second is that you kept peddling to the finish. Time is insignificant. Your fortitude IS significant.
Epic!!! I admire your effort immensely, tough luck on the "technical" I want to do this one day. See you out there Salty
You can do it!
that was amazing, kudos to you. I bow down in your general direction. I did part of the KVR this May and the Columbia and Western from Castlegar to Christina Lake in July. My measly 105 km on the C&W resulted in one very sore, red toenail. Is that a clip in pedal function I wonder? while my experience and mileage pales to yours I can relate. awesome content, I am watching your 2020 trek right now.
It was actually hamstring problem that caused me to ride "toe-down" and when I stood up, I was basically jamming my toes into my shoes. While I have two well broken in shoes, I opted to ride in ones with more toe space, but with a more "square" toe box. I think that also was an issue. But, I have yet another pair of shoes I've been breaking in since then, and will be back out for "Round 2" - Aug 29th.
parádní video, tak jako vždy
Děkuji, jsem rád, že jste si to užili. Na druhý pokus udělám další.
Good job buddy!! My girlfriend and I did the BC trail last summer. Its too bad how much damage has been done to it with the floods. There's always next year. Who knows maybe I'll join you!
Yes, crazy amount of damage. Who knows when that west end will get repaired as it will cost a lot if it's returned to original. I'm guessing new trails will have to be cut higher up. Which is another whole can of worms. I'll be doing "Round 2" end of August.
floods and quads. rrrrrg !
@@blueman5924 yup... and just wait, you will get to see what the same trail is like 2 months later... A completely different beast (not better) Grrrrr
Nice video dude
Thanks. Glad you enjoyed it
Those puddles / ponds! Did you break out the scuba gear? Amazing pace you kept until the toes gave out. Best of luck next time. You inspired me to do the Tree to Sea this summer. It was a blast!
Round 2 coming soon!!
Great effort sorry to hear that your feet got the better of you. Amazing effort still !!!!!
Thanks 👍 I'll be at it again in a few weeks.
Very cool. Im wondering what caused the toe problems. Anyway Awesome effort man! Loved the detailed video of the event. I do touring, but this might nudge me to try bikepacking seeing as it doesnt look too technical. Thanks again!
I tweaked my knee a couple days prior and when standing, started to ride toe down. Combined with a different set of shoes, that while larger had a more “square” toe. They have lots of miles on them but were just not the right shape and I was constantly tapping my toes into the front.
Sorry about your foot - but I enjoyed the video!
Thank you!
Tough luck on the toe issue. Many thanks for taking the time to video the ride. You were really rollin' there and looked like you were well prepared to help your knee hang in there during the ride. How do you like your Tailfin setup?
Things happen. Everything was going well.... I was in the right headspace, all my kinks were working themselves out. Generally my body was happy. But, after the toenail started to go black with 600km left to go. I though it better to call it, and hope not to loose the nail, rather than fighting pain for 48-72 more hours AND loose the nail. It may have come off even before the end of the race. Which would have defiantly ended it all. I'll be back on course Aug 29th going westbound for "round 2" --- as for the Tailfin. LOVE IT. Now I was only using the rack & aero bag for racing, but I'm so amazed at how bombproof this thing is. As for everyday, I use one 10L bag for commuting, and come rainy season, one 10L bag will hold we weather gear, and the other my lunch & coffee thermos. For bigger trips, I have 22L bags, and 5L fork bags. Again... such versatility. What really sells me is how sturdy the bags are on the rack, even when hammering down rough trails and roads. There are some minor gripes I have, but oh so minor. Keep an eye out for a major review on this entire setup after I beat them up a bit more.
Cool Cool 😃
A little something different.. found it difficult to shoot and race at the same time. And I was obviously thinking about racing more than filming or taking any photos. I'll be going for "ROUND 2" August 29th to redeem myself.
Wow! Rob you’re a tough son of a b*****! Sucks you had to scratch! Do you think the shoes were just too tight? Super solid effort and props for filming while doing the race, that makes it tougher…just another thing to be thinking about. You’ll get it on round 2!!!!
@@SaltyBeard_Adventures As you know there will be a lot less sunlight and the nights will be a lot cooler. Look forward to your next video. :)
While there is less daylight, the nights are actually warmer mid-end of August. The regular race at the end of June, days are hot, and nights are still a bit cool.
The summer heating effect doesn't really kick in until August. Moot either way, as I'll be riding at night, generating my own heat. If I sleep at all it will be between 2pm-6pm at the honest time of the day.
Truly sorry that you had some toe issues. I love your videos and the inspiration that they inspire. If I may, can I ask what you would recommend for a pair of bibs that keep you in the saddle for long days/nights..Thank you.
Ah well.. things happen. As for shorts. Bibs are the way to go, even with the inconvenience when taking a poop. I've had a number of bibs, and while I have bought more than I can remember, I've always been happy with Castelli. I always tell myself not to cheap out. I know bibs cost a lot, but if you can bump up to one "level" higher, almost all bibs will have better padding in their higher-end stuff. Now all this said, I'm riding a pair of 7mesh WK3 Cargo bibs, and I'm really enjoying the fit. I'm going to buy a few more.
@@SaltyBeard_Adventures Thank you for the reply and thank you for the fantastic B.C content.
Hey Rob, did you find out what happened with your toes? Probably best to just angle grind them off, you don’t want to have to stop another ride… 🤣
Two days before the event, I tweaked the back if my knee and hamstring. As a result I think I started riding “toe down” when standing up and I swapped to my other shoes - not small, just a slightly different toe box shape. I must have just kept grinding my toes into my shoes. I have a new set of “larger” shoes I’ve been breaking in.
Dear Salty Beard, I am once more impressed about your video! Great work! One question: how did you "paint" that white line of the route into the video? I am trying the same but did not find a proper tool for that. Thanks a lot! Best Rob
I work in Devinci Resolve and did that directly in Fusion. Similar to my maps at the beginning of my of my Bikepacking BC series. Most high end video editing software have some sort of motion graphic module built in… Final Cut Pro has “Motion” and Adobe Premier Pro uses After Effects.
Nice vid. So your on the bike for a day and a half and no complaints of sore backside? LOL
Not really… sore but no sores
Just curious how the Light Bicycle WR40 wheel set faired?
Answered on the other video for you
I have cycled from Midway to Merritt. I see the surfaces have not improved! And I rode out to Ferry/Midway by way of the North Cascades Highway which was no fun at all, but at least paved.
You might try toe socks in the future. each toe is separated as if in a glove and that helps a lot. You didn't have 'hot foot' did you? I had that on P-B-P '73. It's like walking on coals.
I am planning to do the North Island BP route after Labour Day, starting with the recent Rando 600 route from Nanaimo. I hope the weather is perfect! Wish me luck!
Also, I have used SPD sandals quite a lot, like on my ride from Nanaimo to Haida Gwaii. If it rains or is cold I use Gore-Tex socks with them.
Barry.. nope no hot foot. My issue stemmed from a hamstring/calf problem from a few days prior that caused me to ride toe down, especially when I stood up. This caused my to jam my toes into my shoes a bit. That combined with the shape of this particular shoes toebox didn't help matters. Live and learn.
Good try
Thanks. All was going so well. I was in the right headspace. My body was generally feeling good, and I wasn't mentally tired. My original plan was to only sleep 4hrs, and repeat another 36 min. But the toe was done, and already turning black. I'll be making another attempt in a few weeks.
i thought bikepacking was about going slow?
Anything can be a race when you do it against a clock - LOL
Nevertheless epic ride...well done..👊🏻 grtz from Flanders land of Flandriens...🍻🚵🏻
Round #2 will be uploaded soon / stand by