Nice useful video. The only thing I did not see was something of memory storage for all these GB's of Go Pro footage. Where do you download all of that footage? I'm assuming you did not bring a laptop.
Good question. Once the SD card is full we simply replace it with an empty one. I don’t back the footage up on the road. Typically before I swap the cards over I have a quick scan at the footage to check it’s ok( This is where I found out I had no sound for 3 whole days) but rectified it. I really don’t properly get to see the footage until I get home. Due to the sound issue, I will now san each footage at the end of the day on the recording device to prevent major cock ups like that happening in the future.
Your absolutely right. This video was shot on our last day in Morocco and we did indeed take multiple days of dehydrated food with us. We normally are pretty much completely self sufficient, with the exception of water. Naturally the trade off is more weight on the bike. Like you said I think the perfect balance is having a few (2-3)? Emergency rations and then buying and cooking on route. Jason purchased a petrol stove but it only lasted 4 days before it failed. I need to make a video on it. Totally rubbish. Luckily my trusty MSR pocket rocket came to the rescue. Thanks for the comment.
Hi mr string I’ve found your channel it’s brilliant 🤩 I’m in the same position as you have been in I’ve had lots of adv bikes but now have a GSA 1200LC and want to go back to a smaller bike T700 my last smaller bike was a 790r adv and I can’t get to places I used to any regrets going from a GS ? I live 5 miles from the Welsh border and mostly go exploring ✌✌✌
Hi, I was just discussing this with my mate yesterday. I’ve now travelled to 10 different countries on the T7 in under a year so I now understand the bike well. If I were to buy a bike right now to replace the T7 it would be another T7. That said I stand by my comment in that I believe my old GS was the best bike I’ve ever owned. To me it is brilliant but total overkill. The sad fact is the majority of my miles are commuting to work and I don’t need a 1200cc bike for that. We just returned from Morocco where we tackled off road pistes and a bit of the TET in Spain, we’re both poor off road riders but the T7 felt like a little mountain goat and saved my ass on more than one occasion. I could go on and on because I’m quite passionate on the subject but the T7 does everything the GS does, less comfort, better off road, sounds and looks way better. It may sound childish but when I sit on the T7 and rev it I feel like I’m on the start line of the Dakar and I guess if the bike puts a big grin on your face it’s half the battle. Thanks for the comment. If you have any further questions fire away. 👍🏻
@@GreenString thank you for the reply sounds like I’ll be booking a demo bike T700 for a test ride , I’ve just got in from a day in the Welsh mountains on the GSA and just plodded all day so I don’t Evan need it’s power , Thanks for the info I’ll stay tuned to the channel 😎👍👍
Sorry it took so long, my mate, who owns it, was away. Anyway he got it from a German horse riding shop of all places here is the link for what it’s worth: www.kraemer.de/Themen/Reflexartikel/LED-Licht-Clip-On I hope this helps, stay safe & keep riding 👍🏻
The good news is I’ve had a couple of days off work and been grinding through the editing process. The bad news is I’ve only managed to produce about 2 minutes of “finished product” footage😫…but it is looking good 👍🏼
Good question. They support your lower back, especially good on long distance riding. As an added bonus they also keep you warmer in colder conditions. I guess Jason’s wife told him he must wear it? Personally I’ve never used one. I just slump over my bike like a sack of potatoes 😂👍🏼
Hey there, I am Jason’s wife. Well, why a kidney belt? The vibration while riding your bike is also shaking your kidney’s. To keep them more in place, you use the kidney belt as support. Yes, they also keep you warm, but in the first place I believe the support of the organ is the most important thing. Guys you only have two kidneys…keep them safe. Stay safe and enjoy your rides.
Thank you so much for taking the time to comment and giving us some feedback. It’s appreciated. Although there are similarities in the way we pack, generally Jason is happy to carry a couple of extra Kilos to afford him more comfort in the field and I cannot blame him. Over the years we have systematically reduced what we carry. It’s always a balance on a long tour of what you should and should not take and I never ridicule anyone. It’s a very personal matter and in our case an ever evolving decision that usually is dependent on where and when your going and for how long. We’re still learning every trip.
@GreenString fantastic. Makes perfect sense... I'm heading down to Bavaria for my first motorbike trip, since Swanage on a RD350LC (1984 ish). I've noticed quite a few advancements in camping technology since then 🤣
This video will be more helpful than I can imagine. It looks like you've got your luggage/packing requirements squared away. Top job 👌
Invaluable info thanks guys very much. Sub added
Awesome, thank you!
Better Looking at it, than looking for it. 👍
Wise words👍🏼
Nice useful video. The only thing I did not see was something of memory storage for all these GB's of Go Pro footage. Where do you download all of that footage?
I'm assuming you did not bring a laptop.
Good question. Once the SD card is full we simply replace it with an empty one. I don’t back the footage up on the road. Typically before I swap the cards over I have a quick scan at the footage to check it’s ok( This is where I found out I had no sound for 3 whole days) but rectified it. I really don’t properly get to see the footage until I get home. Due to the sound issue, I will now san each footage at the end of the day on the recording device to prevent major cock ups like that happening in the future.
Very similar to my kit except I carry more cooking kit and also for a long trip I would take some dehydrated meals for emergency. Works well for me.
Your absolutely right. This video was shot on our last day in Morocco and we did indeed take multiple days of dehydrated food with us. We normally are pretty much completely self sufficient, with the exception of water. Naturally the trade off is more weight on the bike. Like you said I think the perfect balance is having a few (2-3)? Emergency rations and then buying and cooking on route. Jason purchased a petrol stove but it only lasted 4 days before it failed. I need to make a video on it. Totally rubbish. Luckily my trusty MSR pocket rocket came to the rescue. Thanks for the comment.
Hi mr string I’ve found your channel it’s brilliant 🤩 I’m in the same position as you have been in I’ve had lots of adv bikes but now have a GSA 1200LC and want to go back to a smaller bike T700 my last smaller bike was a 790r adv and I can’t get to places I used to any regrets going from a GS ? I live 5 miles from the Welsh border and mostly go exploring ✌✌✌
Hi, I was just discussing this with my mate yesterday. I’ve now travelled to 10 different countries on the T7 in under a year so I now understand the bike well. If I were to buy a bike right now to replace the T7 it would be another T7. That said I stand by my comment in that I believe my old GS was the best bike I’ve ever owned. To me it is brilliant but total overkill. The sad fact is the majority of my miles are commuting to work and I don’t need a 1200cc bike for that. We just returned from Morocco where we tackled off road pistes and a bit of the TET in Spain, we’re both poor off road riders but the T7 felt like a little mountain goat and saved my ass on more than one occasion. I could go on and on because I’m quite passionate on the subject but the T7 does everything the GS does, less comfort, better off road, sounds and looks way better. It may sound childish but when I sit on the T7 and rev it I feel like I’m on the start line of the Dakar and I guess if the bike puts a big grin on your face it’s half the battle. Thanks for the comment. If you have any further questions fire away. 👍🏻
@@GreenString thank you for the reply sounds like I’ll be booking a demo bike T700 for a test ride , I’ve just got in from a day in the Welsh mountains on the GSA and just plodded all day so I don’t Evan need it’s power , Thanks for the info I’ll stay tuned to the channel 😎👍👍
What type/brand was the little usb rechargeable tank torch? That looks just right!
Sorry it took so long, my mate, who owns it, was away. Anyway he got it from a German horse riding shop of all places here is the link for what it’s worth:
www.kraemer.de/Themen/Reflexartikel/LED-Licht-Clip-On
I hope this helps, stay safe & keep riding 👍🏻
@@GreenString Thank you Sir!
Very good .. but can we get to the actual tour please .. after seeing the trailer I'm all ready and waiting..😀
The good news is I’ve had a couple of days off work and been grinding through the editing process. The bad news is I’ve only managed to produce about 2 minutes of “finished product” footage😫…but it is looking good 👍🏼
@@GreenString I've no doubt it will be good .. really looking forward to it 👍
BRA trip ?
Help! I don’t understand what you mean? 😐
An Englishman in Crocs - bad form. 🙂
Hahaha… fair point. I just wish Crocs would sponsor me. Best do-everything camping shoe on the market. Just don’t say I told you👍🏻😂
1:45 what's a kidney belt and why will your wife hate you?
Good question. They support your lower back, especially good on long distance riding. As an added bonus they also keep you warmer in colder conditions. I guess Jason’s wife told him he must wear it? Personally I’ve never used one. I just slump over my bike like a sack of potatoes 😂👍🏼
Hey there, I am Jason’s wife. Well, why a kidney belt? The vibration while riding your bike is also shaking your kidney’s. To keep them more in place, you use the kidney belt as support. Yes, they also keep you warm, but in the first place I believe the support of the organ is the most important thing. Guys you only have two kidneys…keep them safe. Stay safe and enjoy your rides.
Wise words and much better than the half arsed answer I gave to the question. I might invest in one now! Thank you👍🏼👍🏼
This video will be more helpful than I can imagine. It looks like you've got your luggage/packing requirements squared away. Top job 👌
Thank you so much for taking the time to comment and giving us some feedback. It’s appreciated. Although there are similarities in the way we pack, generally Jason is happy to carry a couple of extra Kilos to afford him more comfort in the field and I cannot blame him. Over the years we have systematically reduced what we carry. It’s always a balance on a long tour of what you should and should not take and I never ridicule anyone. It’s a very personal matter and in our case an ever evolving decision that usually is dependent on where and when your going and for how long. We’re still learning every trip.
@GreenString fantastic. Makes perfect sense... I'm heading down to Bavaria for my first motorbike trip, since Swanage on a RD350LC (1984 ish). I've noticed quite a few advancements in camping technology since then 🤣
Haha, most tents are no longer made of canvas😂