BIKE PACKING LEICESTER TO JOHN O GROATS (AND ORKNEY) | SOLO, WILD CAMP, EPIC!

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  • @vetworker
    @vetworker 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I stumbled upon this video and I’m so glad I did. I loved every second of this….. thank you

  • @kmtb2011
    @kmtb2011 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    i drove from midlands to john o groats and my legs almost fell off dont know how you did it on a BICYCLE! incredible! well done!

  • @Jimbo_LB
    @Jimbo_LB 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Awesome, simply awesome. Reminds me so much of my LEJOG in 2021. I will subscribe and watch more. I think I’m in for a treat.

    • @Sturgecycling
      @Sturgecycling  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Oh thank you so much :)

  • @ExploringHabit
    @ExploringHabit ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm glad I clicked on your video , really enjoyed it , I will have to cycle lejog or jogle one day. I'm cycling from Bilboa to Saint Malo in late June. It's made me find great gems like your video. 👌👍

    • @Sturgecycling
      @Sturgecycling  ปีที่แล้ว

      That sounds an awesome trip! I have considered that one myself!

  • @martincurtis6445
    @martincurtis6445 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Really enjoyed this video. I haven't done any cycle touring for a few years now. I always used to get the "emotional rollercoaster" on the 3rd or 4th day out - caused, I think, by the build up of fatigue. Once the body adjusts tho, it goes away.
    Admired your spirit. Looked a great ride. Well done you!

    • @Sturgecycling
      @Sturgecycling  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You are absolutely right! It’s when you get tired and hungry…. Head to nearest bakery 😂. Thank you so much I loved this trip

  • @ecopennylife
    @ecopennylife 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Amazing trip - made my legs tired watching! Glad you got your GoPro back :)

    • @Sturgecycling
      @Sturgecycling  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you penny

    • @stathisxanthopoulos1933
      @stathisxanthopoulos1933 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      ouf just went for the comments to see what happened with go pro when i saw that she left it glad she found it

  • @loobylu06
    @loobylu06 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Made me smile from ear to ear sturge. Very proud of you. Such an inspiration. That's my pal!! 🥰🥰

    • @Sturgecycling
      @Sturgecycling  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      🥰🥰🥰
      Thanks so much Lucy - amazing seeing you on route 💕💕💕

  • @Ditypo
    @Ditypo 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    now that was some proper distance each day!!!

    • @Sturgecycling
      @Sturgecycling  8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      You know what I’m still so proud of this ride! Thank you so much for watching and commenting! 🙂

    • @Ditypo
      @Ditypo 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @Sturgecycling I'm planning my LEJOG 2025 and so this was truly inspirational!!

    • @Sturgecycling
      @Sturgecycling  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @Ditypo oh wow that’s amazing! I’m hoping to do LEJOG this year :)

  • @fascottsmith
    @fascottsmith 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good film. Looking forwards to more 👍

    • @Sturgecycling
      @Sturgecycling  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! Can’t wait to get out on the next adventure.

  • @carolynfox8258
    @carolynfox8258 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi from Australia. Bravo! Loved your upbeat mood and scenery. I can’t travel to UK cos Covid, & can’t cycle cos of an injured body, but ❤️Ed your upbeat mood and video. Will wait for your next video. Go girl! Yes and I’m smiling too.

    • @Sturgecycling
      @Sturgecycling  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much! Comments like these mean so much. I had a great time! Hope you can get exploring soon

  • @daveansell2418
    @daveansell2418 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Bloomin' great effort! Really enjoyed the video and huge well done on some large miles!

    • @Sturgecycling
      @Sturgecycling  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks Dave. Much appreciated!

  • @douglasramsay1447
    @douglasramsay1447 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I follow many cyclists on you tube. This was one of the most moving films I have seen. So glad you got to see Scotland without rain. Once you get off the mainland it’s cycling paradise!

    • @Sturgecycling
      @Sturgecycling  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ah thanks so much! I truly had the most amazing time on this trip!! I saw Scotland with and without rain 🤣 ... Amazing place, loved it so much ❤️

  • @johnfroggatt1455
    @johnfroggatt1455 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    What a cracking video Lucy. I couldn't help but smile through it all. Such enthusiasm and cheerfulness. Great camera work, in showing the views. Great effort.

    • @Sturgecycling
      @Sturgecycling  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks John! Really glad you enjoyed it! Had a great time!

  • @grahamhaines9931
    @grahamhaines9931 ปีที่แล้ว

    Top ride! Glad you got the GoPro back! Thanks for sharing.

  • @tonyfrewin4822
    @tonyfrewin4822 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Amazing adventure and a brilliant ending. So impressed by your achievement. New subscriber.

    • @Sturgecycling
      @Sturgecycling  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you Tony! Stay tuned, some videos on my euro bike packing travels to come in a few weeks (I’m in Croatia at the moment)

    • @tonyfrewin4822
      @tonyfrewin4822 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Sturgecycling that’s brilliant. I am in the process of making some big plans for 2023 atm but I am nowhere near your ability level. First step is negotiating for a month off of work.

    • @Sturgecycling
      @Sturgecycling  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@tonyfrewin4822 bike packing can be whatever you want really! But yes it’s the time, the main thing! Hope you can :)

  • @mattlast4093
    @mattlast4093 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    crackin video, ive done hebdon bridge(on the way to coniston)...i can confirm that it is indeed...savage !..... but that road sign @6:53 !!!

  • @petenelson1001
    @petenelson1001 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a wonderful relaxed video, don’t know how you came onto my feed but I’m a new subscriber now. looking forward to the rest of your videos now 👍🏻

    • @Sturgecycling
      @Sturgecycling  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh thank you! Glad you enjoyed it and thank you so much for subscribing :)

  • @derekreardon2095
    @derekreardon2095 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Fantastic achievement, well done. A great video and truly inspirational.

    • @Sturgecycling
      @Sturgecycling  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you Derek! Very fond memories of this trip :)

  • @grahampollitt1548
    @grahampollitt1548 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Lovely film, thanks. I do remember seeing your Go Pro story on Facebook. So glad you got it back.

    • @Sturgecycling
      @Sturgecycling  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      So so grateful to have got it back!!

  • @johncamateras4230
    @johncamateras4230 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you, really enjoyed 😃

  • @Jonny671
    @Jonny671 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video Lucy, and amazing ride! Well done. Enjoyed the raw mixed emotions, felt like we were on the tide with you, without the aching legs!

    • @Sturgecycling
      @Sturgecycling  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you for your kind comments :)

  • @Tarmaccyclocross
    @Tarmaccyclocross 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video lovely lady well done girl 🚴🏽‍♀️👍👍👍👍👍

  • @alvind8352
    @alvind8352 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    One tough cookie. Such a great film and ride, well done!

  • @AsItReallyIs
    @AsItReallyIs 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Amazing video. Loved how excited you was when you got to John o groats. Great you got your GoPro back too.

    • @Sturgecycling
      @Sturgecycling  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! A very special feeling when I made it to JOG!

  • @markl2815
    @markl2815 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Loved that … cheers
    Good to know there are honest people out there too.
    Give my regards to Uppingham (former residence)

    • @Sturgecycling
      @Sturgecycling  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much! So many fond memories of this trip! Will give my regards to Uppingham when next passing :)

  • @ascot1049
    @ascot1049 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Brilliant.

  • @johnbradley1599
    @johnbradley1599 ปีที่แล้ว

    Truly inspirational - thanks for sharing.

    • @Sturgecycling
      @Sturgecycling  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Oh thank you! I am still very proud of this ride and so it is lovely to see comments like this :)

  • @PeterGold99
    @PeterGold99 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great film, well done. I recognised some of the spots in Scotland as I was in Cape Wrath in May with some of my Leicester mates!

    • @Sturgecycling
      @Sturgecycling  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Ah that sounds a good trip! Cycling to John o groats is the new cycling to Skegness from Leicester by the way!

  • @paulwood4142
    @paulwood4142 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome trip, well done. It was good to see someone doing this kind of thing on a road bike as that's what I plan to do but much of what I've read advises "proper" touring bike, steel frame etc. Gives me confidence anyway. Thanks.

    • @Sturgecycling
      @Sturgecycling  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes! I think you can make do with what you have sometimes!

  • @nikolaipanaiotov
    @nikolaipanaiotov 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Was a wonder to find that video I know you ( two years ago by LFCC) like a strong rider now I know how breve you're.Great adventure thank you for that.

    • @Sturgecycling
      @Sturgecycling  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh thank you! See you on the roads sometime :)

  • @corleyoutdoors2887
    @corleyoutdoors2887 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice video

  • @hamishbarr2796
    @hamishbarr2796 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    loved your video took me back to my end to end

    • @Sturgecycling
      @Sturgecycling  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      LEJOG a very special ride. Thank you so much

  • @Heheh942
    @Heheh942 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing to watch you ❤️ from Leicester

    • @Sturgecycling
      @Sturgecycling  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you very much ❤️

  • @barry6482
    @barry6482 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Well done girl, fantastic effort on your part, the various emotions you experienced came across and I felt them to. Best wishes.

    • @Sturgecycling
      @Sturgecycling  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much! So glad you enjoyed it.

  • @SwazersC
    @SwazersC 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How inspiring. Great job. What an adventure :)

  • @nigelmiddlehurst3814
    @nigelmiddlehurst3814 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great adventure, Orkney is stunning, hope you had chance to explore whilst you were there. Your facial expressions were entertaining, best 30 mins viewing I've had for a long time.

    • @Sturgecycling
      @Sturgecycling  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Orkney was incredible. I spent 4 days there as I loved it so much. Will post a little video of that soon too!

    • @Sturgecycling
      @Sturgecycling  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      And thank you so much 🥰

  • @martinreed9264
    @martinreed9264 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great effort and well done!

  • @hpdrifter1
    @hpdrifter1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Well done!

  • @theconnectedaccountant
    @theconnectedaccountant 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Brilliant video.

  • @hippyswift
    @hippyswift 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi Lucy, great video ;) I remember Scotland very well & recognized most of your journey. awesome work keep it up.

    • @Sturgecycling
      @Sturgecycling  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you. Isn’t Scotland an amazing place to ride a bike!? I loved it there!

  • @Fellmandave1
    @Fellmandave1 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for sharing the ups and downs. Inspirational and makes us all feel not alone with those struggles.

    • @Sturgecycling
      @Sturgecycling  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Any ride or trip which is worth doing always has its up and downs for sure. You aren’t feeling on top of the world all day, every day but things that are tough are usually worth it I find!

  • @andrewgrindrod5773
    @andrewgrindrod5773 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i liked this a lot, what a fantastic trip

    • @Sturgecycling
      @Sturgecycling  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks Andrew - really enjoyed it!

  • @1994cjay
    @1994cjay 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Was a joy to watch is that a gravel bike because your tyre's look quite wide 😀

    • @Sturgecycling
      @Sturgecycling  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Nope! Road bike, 28 tyres 👍
      Glad you enjoyed it… thank you so much ☺️

  • @carolechapple6111
    @carolechapple6111 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Brilliant. Loved every minute. Hubby and I relayed Saltash in Cornwall to Edinburgh back in 2018 and he had the Hebden Bridge climb. He said it was the worst bit!!

    • @Sturgecycling
      @Sturgecycling  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      What a great idea to relay! Ha ha glad it’s hot just me! Hebden bridge a tough climb!

  • @RichardGoucher
    @RichardGoucher 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Brilliant video. Glad you got your GoPro back. Recognised quite a bit of the route from when I did LeJOG and a couple of times I’ve cycled from Bristol to Dingwall. The bit between Lairg and Loch Naver is stunning as is the NCN7 between Pitlochry and Aviemore. Well done and thanks for posting.

    • @Sturgecycling
      @Sturgecycling  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I did! The power of social media and the cycling community. A LEJOG charity rider picked it up, I am forever grateful to him! Stunning route. NCN 7 one of my favourite bits plus Lairg and the lochs I passed. Thanks so much for watching, I’m still really proud of this ride. You will know the feeling from LEJOG!

  • @martinfisher5647
    @martinfisher5647 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Absolutely EPIC journey. It must of took a lot planning but definitely worth it. Well done.

    • @Sturgecycling
      @Sturgecycling  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      It was brilliant! Not even that much planning really. Pack up my kit, set off and follow the line on my garmin. The more tricky bit was camping and eating enough!
      Main planning is the route and then the trains home!

    • @martinfisher5647
      @martinfisher5647 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Sturgecycling if you get chance I’d be interested to see what kit you took. Perhaps a mini video 🤷🏽‍♂️

    • @Sturgecycling
      @Sturgecycling  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@martinfisher5647 a few people have asked this. I will do a mini video 👍🏻

  • @daveansell2418
    @daveansell2418 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Highly recommend Bettina Selby 'The Fragile Islands' cycle touring but some great commentary about the Outer Hebrides circa 1989.

    • @Sturgecycling
      @Sturgecycling  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ah I will give that a go… i was planning the outer Hebrides but struggling to get over long viral fatigue at the moment so that plan is on hold!

    • @daveansell2418
      @daveansell2418 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Sturgecycling sorry to hear that, its a lot more of an interesting read than a 'bike book' as such but I do like it. Hope you get well soon. I've not ridden for 3 months, its a frustrating but hey things will get better!

    • @Sturgecycling
      @Sturgecycling  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hoping you’re seeing some progress no matter how small Dave - take care of yourself ❤️

  • @helentaylor5667
    @helentaylor5667 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent Lucy. I want to cycle in Scotland and Orkney now! Well done.

    • @Sturgecycling
      @Sturgecycling  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I recommend it. It’s an amazing place to ride a bike.

  • @davewatt8840
    @davewatt8840 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Fabulous video enjoyed it big time, Abington Cafe did a great roll in Bacon worked not far from there. New subscriber 👍

    • @Sturgecycling
      @Sturgecycling  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh great stuff! Thank you so much 🧡

  • @tonioldfield6149
    @tonioldfield6149 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    That was amazing to watch, you are so incredible … Thank you for sharing Lucy enjoyed every bit of the watch ❤️

  • @petercranfield8563
    @petercranfield8563 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    great video love it😊

  • @petecropper
    @petecropper 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Cracking video. You’re bonkers. ♥️

    • @Sturgecycling
      @Sturgecycling  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      🤪🤪🤪
      Ha ha! A little maybe. Where does it stop!? Vatternrudan still in my top 3 though!!

    • @petecropper
      @petecropper 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Does it need to stop? Plus you won't stop anyway!!! and if you're having that much fun then why should you......

    • @Sturgecycling
      @Sturgecycling  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Most true! Want to do a much longer tour next year.

  • @robpetrie
    @robpetrie 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing adventure Lucy x

  • @charnjitmehai7080
    @charnjitmehai7080 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Brilliant video Lucy!!

  • @thecyclingscientist8241
    @thecyclingscientist8241 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Super inspiring!

  • @Izzer750
    @Izzer750 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great challenge and awesome video 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

  • @Tarmaccyclocross
    @Tarmaccyclocross 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    On the finish pic it looks like you did on one leg 🤣🚴🏽‍♀️

  • @twt3716
    @twt3716 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Tremendous.

  • @alexmorgan3435
    @alexmorgan3435 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    A wonderfully shot film of a great adventure well done and with a happy ending, you got your Go Pro back. But did you eat anything other than cakes, pastries and junk food sandwiches for the whole ride?????

    • @Sturgecycling
      @Sturgecycling  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I cooked pasta and rice type meals... so no not just junk food! However when riding long days they can be an easy fix, hard fitting in enough calories but quickly at times!

  • @stefenculley153
    @stefenculley153 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Absolutely love this video Lucy, great watch and loved your upbeat spirit throughout 😃 Massive Kudos to you 👏🏼 This is given me inspiration to plan a solo ride from Dover to Lands End next may (Already doubts creep in) can I ask what luggage you used please.?

    • @Sturgecycling
      @Sturgecycling  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ah that’s Stefan. Hope you have a great trip! I did Lands End to Leicester a few years back and really enjoyed it. I stayed in hostels and so needed less kit.
      For this trip if you go to the description I have posted my kit list. Any questions just ask happy to answer :)

    • @stefenculley153
      @stefenculley153 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Sturgecycling Thank you Lucy, we’ll I have planned my route and Accommodation which will B&B’s so will try and pack as light as possible also.. It will be my first solo tour or anything like this so videos are definitely an inspiration and motivatiowional so thank you 🙏🏼 I’ll be sure to be in touch if I have any questions lol.

    • @Sturgecycling
      @Sturgecycling  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@stefenculley153 great! Enjoy the trip !

  • @merson812
    @merson812 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What an amazing woman you are. Merry Xmas.

    • @Sturgecycling
      @Sturgecycling  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Oh why thank you 😅

  • @tonypaddler
    @tonypaddler 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video and content, very enjoyable.
    Kudos for going solo, it always seems like a bigger deal (to me, at least).
    Cheers 👍
    Edit. I’m really pleased you recovered your GoPro!

    • @Sturgecycling
      @Sturgecycling  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! I love a solo ride, not for everyone but I think it’s great.

  • @julesmorrissey
    @julesmorrissey 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Quick question - I see you used a Trangia type meths stove, how much fuel did you use per day/over the whole trip?

    • @Sturgecycling
      @Sturgecycling  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It’s actually quite efficient on fuel, hard to give an estimate on how much though! You can store fuel in the stove itself, and then I topped it up once. That doesn’t really answer your question does it!! About half a 500ml bottle of meth

  • @td2691
    @td2691 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wild camping in a youth hostel.....how does that work then

    • @Sturgecycling
      @Sturgecycling  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      3 nights wild camping, 2 nights hostel, 1 night warm showers host. My sincere apologies if this isn’t sufficient for you 😂

  • @BernieWest76
    @BernieWest76 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i actually got married at gretna

    • @Sturgecycling
      @Sturgecycling  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ah nice! I was so excited to arrive there… losing my go pro not a highlight though! (But at least I got it back!)