My Bike Packing Set up | Decathlon Riverside | Lapierre Cross-hill 5.0

Welcome back to another vlog.
This week I thought I would discuss my bike packing set up which I intend to use more in 2024.
I have dabbled over the last two years but I have found the kit I bought was not up to scratch.
By no means am I a bike packing expert, and I have just shared my open and honest opinion about the Riverside kit purchased from Decathlon.
I have also started using some of my new DJI kit so again its not brilliant but I am learning, one thing is not attatch the mic so close to my mouth as you can hear my sniffling and breathing so I apologise in advance.
I would love for you to share your thoughts and I look forward to hearing your feedback.
Enjoy.
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[@coach_craig_chronicles]

The list is available here th-cam.com/video/vMAVISBaVlQ/w-d-xo.html

[@CaltheScot]

Great film. I’m heading along these lines. Thanks

[@TenFalconsMusic]

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I clicked on because of the thumbnail. 😂
...stayed for the brilliant setup. 😁👍
P.S. I've actually seen people go overboard with the amount of panniers.
It fun watching the crash

[@coach_craig_chronicles]

Thank you, I have made those mistakes of taking way too much, I'm talking 3 days of way too much. I now take the bare minimum.

[@douglasrobson4624]

Looking forward to your experience with the Yorkshire coast route. Although you might not find this video too in depth, I’m really glad I stumbled upon it. Videos about practical experience with Riverside gear are scarce compared to the bigger brands. And as I am interested in getting this kit, you helped point out some things I was unsure of. Like the stability of the saddle pack. Cheers from a 2nd generation Geordie in the Netherlands.

[@coach_craig_chronicles]

I'm glad you found it useful, I was using stuff from lifeline and the quality is no where good or as well thought out.

[@AdventuresWithDaniel]

nice looking rig! looking forward to seeing the bikepack videos!

[@coach_craig_chronicles]

Coming soon!

[@CaltheScot]

Very useful film. What do you do about lights? Thank you.

[@coach_craig_chronicles]

I use a rechargeable front and rear and also carry a head torch that uses AAA batteries and carry spares as back up.

[@planetsatish]

Nice and cozy setup! Would’ve been nicer had you posted the list of all the equipment!

[@coach_craig_chronicles]

I will amend this when I get home from Spain cycling for you.

[@enricoflor3601]

Same interest here, for the equipment list. Cheers!

[@pedallinraw]

Nice set up…i’m sure as time goes on you’ll change things out….i would only recommend a larger rear cassette,stick a 50t on there using a derailleur extender….also the bottle mount on the underside of the downtube can be moved further away from the front wheel using something like a wolf tooth cage mount …..but yeah easier gearing versus harder especially when loaded up 🙂👍🏻

[@coach_craig_chronicles]

Thanks for the input.

[@Hootyhoo-jq9vq]

Where will you store food? These bags look remarkable. I’ve a desire to look them over after this video.

[@coach_craig_chronicles]

Hello I will be storing them in the frame bag and grab stuff like gels and sncks either in top tube bag or handle bar snack bag.

[@havenht]

Thats a clean setup

[@coach_craig_chronicles]

I think so, and it's very stable on rough terrain also.

[@_Mountain_Dave]

well worth swopping that rear cassette to the deore M8000 XT - 11-40. WIll give you alot more options when loaded up on big hills. I also run the 810 groupset granted with a 48-31 on the front but yea the 11-40 on the back is a solid option.

[@coach_craig_chronicles]

Thank you

[@IowaNinersFan]

Nice setup and I like the brand. Not a fan of hydration backpack (from my days as a jogger and when I first started cycling) nor the bivvy tent (reminds me of a coffin IMO.)

[@coach_craig_chronicles]

I agree on backpack for running, much prefer soft flasks on the chest style vests. On a bike it's a lot better and I woukd rather carry it and not need it, than desperately need it.

[@mbrylewski]

What is the bike brand? Perhaps put out a list of what you have set up on the bike??

[@coach_craig_chronicles]

bike brand is Lapierre, and the kit is from Decathlon, iv labelled this is the title but will add a list in the description, thank you for the input.

[@mbrylewski]

@@coach_craig_chronicles thank you. I eventually tracked it down to Decathlon. It looks like good stuff. Although I try to avoid buying or heading to Decathlon as a first stop in my search

[@sluiters]

Thanks for sharing!
How do you go about finding decent routes?

[@coach_craig_chronicles]

Hello, I personally have multiple ways. Komoot is my most used method, closely followed by Ride with GPS. Next I see what organised bikepacking rides there are and then either take part or find the gps route afterwards. Next is word of mouth, fortunately a friend does this a lot. Lastly, other youtubers, I personally like keep Smilling Adventures.

[@mbrylewski]

There is so much good info in the video, but no links

[@coach_craig_chronicles]

I will add over the weekend.

[@adammackenzie]

Thumbnail looked silly. Mr Bean style. Lol

[@coach_craig_chronicles]

Haha

[@andrewmaile3809]

Those bad experiences might be my fault 😂

[@coach_craig_chronicles]

You made them even better, I'd have probably died if I was on my own.

[@andrewmaile3809]

😂 ​@@coach_craig_chronicles Glad I kept you alive

[@Thomas-yr9ln]

Why do you not have a electric bike with a solar charger.?

[@coach_craig_chronicles]

I just have this, sorry.

[@mbrylewski]

Is Riverside a bike shop??

[@coach_craig_chronicles]

its a brand available at decathlon

[@黄辰旭]

dat clickbait thumbnail. XD

[@RavelloBikes]

No ability to use the tops of your handlebars. No thanks.

[@coach_craig_chronicles]

You can do without the aero bars, this is just my personal preference.