Arizona is a treasure, mountains, deserts, beautiful "painted" rock landscapes, cacti, snow, dust storms, and much more. I lived there for six years and recently returned in February to house sit for someone near Sedona. Just before leaving during the first week of March there was a massive snowstorm that closed the Grand Canyon for several days. Determined to see the Canyon once again before leaving, I headed North and arrived to see snowbanks on the side of the road that were 6-8 feet deep. Many of the overlooks were closed, but the magic of seeing the Canyon colors under the snowfall was an amazing experience. Thanks for sharing your Arizona journey! All the best in your exploration.
C O O L...!! II've spend hours and hours watching bikepacking videos and I just found you. Up to date, you are the ONLY ONES in the whole TH-cam that makes bread on camp. That have to be your ''seal'' lol.
First off thanks for taking me along 👍 I'm under a picnic table hiding frome west Texas wind watching this video. 21 mph sustained freaking nightmare at night . On my way back to Florida from California still haven't had a tailwind day 🙃 it was in face on the way there and now in face on the way back .Tried route 66 on the way back but couldn't take all the tourist and congestion . Hope you enjoyed your trip through America 🇺🇸 😊
I love watching your videos of places I've never been. I'm also really enjoying watching your videos of places I'm familiar with. Camped there, hiked there, seen that. And my assessment of the Grand Canyon is the same as yours. It's a shame it's so commercial. Somewhat of a let down. I enjoy the wild canyon lands in Utah much more.
It's been over thirty years ago, but I'd agree with you that monument valley and the painted desert are more memorable that the Grand Canyon for some reason or other.
Crazy how we all see things differently we were at the Grand Canyon around the same time and we totally loved it. We had the time to explore many overlooks. We were able to see both sunset and sunrise over the canyon. So amazing. On this trip we didn't tour we drove there and just did day rides on our bikes (we do love to bike tour also). It looked like you guys had some really challenging weather conditions been there too. Great job getting through it safely that wind looked crazy. Wishing you both a safe and happy journey :)
Hey, thanks! 😊 Yea, everyone has different experiences, that’s just the way it is. We were definitely impressed by the “natural” and “geological” aspects of the Grand Canyon, just the commercial aspect through us off a bit. Yea, the weather was really crazy! 😅
Really! This is one of the 7 natiural wonders of the world and you are concerned about commercial aspects when you are one of the tourists getting free entry and free campsite. Oh brother give me a break
@@susansharp112also staying in churches n peoples homes for free n then complaining about 20$ entry per bike. I live in Denmark n here they charge minimum 50$ for anything per person n imagine how expensive it is for families. If Germany had Grand Canyon it would be 100€ per person. It’s not illogical per car in fact it benefits people who can’t afford as they can go together in a car.
$20 seems a little steep, as you say, compared to a group of even three in a car. I'm considering buying the National Park Pass. I'm hoping to travel through at least a few National Parks.
I felt that exact same way about the grand canyon. Lol. If you ever make it back to Arizona go to Sedona. It can get busy too but the scenery is amazing.
Very brave couple. Thank you for inspiring and sharing your experience. Which microphone do you use whilst cycling, your sound is so perfect. Which month did you pass thru Grand Canyon? I'm wondering if it'll be cold during Oct which is when I hope to cycle thru Arizona. Many thanks.
Who’d have thought it Snow I’m Arizona, such beautiful scenery though thanks for sharing it with us. I have to ask where did you get the GoPro mount from? I have the standard handlebar mount which does not swivel and I noticed that yours do.
Hello guys. I wish you good pedellar and good adventures. I am also a bicycle rider, but I had pain in my right knee after my 130 km tour. What I want to know is, do you use supplements for your joint pain? I also aim to go on a world tour for 1 year, it will make me happy to receive information from people who take long distances like you.
Hey, sorry to hear that you had some pain in your knee. We don't take any supplements for pain / muscles. One of the most common causes of knee pain when cycling is an incorrect seat height / seat position. Maybe have a look into that, it might help. Good luck on your planned journey! :)
Eigentlich fanden wir es die meiste Zeit ziemlich angenehm im Winter zu fahren - keine Probleme mit Insekten, Hitze, etc. Bei einer Weltreise ist es außerdem nicht immer möglich, alle Regionen in der perfekten Jahreszeit zu bereisen.
You look at 20.00 as expencive. It cost over 24 million dollars a year to keep the park open and roughly 1.8 million of that comes from entrance fees. The other 22.2 million comes from the tax payers in the United states. So at $20.00 you are getting a hell of a deal at the American tax payers expense.
Sure, 20 dollars isn’t cheap, especially when compared to many other countries where national park use is totally free, but of course we also understand that national parks have running costs that need to be covered. We have absolutely no problem with paying an entrance fee for a park, we do have a problem with it being so unfairly and illogically distributed between cars, bicycles, etc…. exactly like we say in the video.
also staying in churches n peoples homes for free n then complaining about 20$ entry per bike. I live in Denmark n here they charge minimum 50$ for anything per person n imagine how expensive it is for families. If Germany had Grand Canyon it would be 100€ per person. It’s not illogical per car in fact it benefits people who can’t afford as they can go together in a car.
@@louisaandtobi what’s illogical is charging per person in a car which makes it so expensive for families. Also if there’s 1 guy in a car he will pay 35$ too . If you guys are so worried about 20$ per person while staying for free everywhere then put your girlfriend on your bike. If the Grand Canyon was in Europe it would be minimum 100€ per person which would be incredibly expensive for families. Also if you find it expensive then don’t go. This is typical cheapo behaviour.
It has to be that way comecial to keep it clean and safe and law enforcement . If free for all it would be full garbage and trouble makers you would not be able to enjoyed . It would be very dangerous . Please understand . And the lady that let you for free maybe in trouble . Now all cycling wanna go in for free ? But I understand your point of 5 people in a car ? Is that is expensive to maintain . You also mentioned texas when police ran you off the Park . Is that in the USA we have Big problems with homeless troublemakers .and if Police don't say nothing the next Day you Will have more and there goes the Town very bad . But you are tourists from another country . So you get breaks ? It put USA in bad position ? We have rules here . But enjoy your tour please understand .
Of course we understand that a place like the Grand Canyon will be commercial and that it is necessary to keep it clean, etc. However, it definitely is not necessary to have (what feels like) dozens of gift shops, etc. In our opinion, it just destroys the atmosphere of such a beautiful and impressive natural wonder a bit.
No good deed goes unpunished. Frankly I'm surprised you've been met with as much kindness as you have in some of these small towns, considering you aren't driving a diesel truck and eating meat. ;) The trump epidemic has created this pride in being unsophisticated. I grew up in a small town in California, and recently returned for a visit for the first time since trump... and it is an entirely different world now.
We can definitely imagine how places in the US may have changed in recent years, only that we don't have a before / after comparison. But we have truly met a lot of great people in the US, especially in smaller towns.
Super and awesome are overused by American millennials, not needed in a post US dominated world. Nice to hear a European accent without all the usual American colloquialisms.
My guess is that if you are complaining about the $20.00 the park service charges, then you probably did not pay the $15.00 per person per night fee that the Navajo nation charges you to use our land for the 4 days you were on our land. So you trespass on our land and brag about stealing money from the nation on your videos. Also we are not Navajo. That is a white man's insult name for us. We are DINE. "THE PEOPLE " maybe In the future when you travel to a sovereign nation you should think about not insulting the people and stealing from them. Of course you are Europeans so that is normal for you. Your type have been stealing from us for 600 years. It good to see that somethings never change.
First of all, that is an incredibly racist comment… now let’s set a few things straight. The $15 per person per night you are referring to is the “Navajo Nation Backcountry Permit” which is only required when hiking backcountry trails or camping. As we neither hiked nor camped on Navajo Reservation land we did not need the permit. We cycled on main roads and either stayed with hosts or were invited to stay in churches (by people who called themselves Navajo). We did, however, actually write to the Navajo Nation Parks organization to get the backcountry permit in advance, as we were initially planning to camp, and only received an answer three months later… way too late. That’s why we didn’t end up camping on the reservation. So in future, before you throw around racist and serious allegations, make sure you are correctly and fully informed.
Ahahah cool down with the mushrooms... "sovereign nation". You only exist as a "nation" because we, the evil europeans" had mercy for you and, after defeating you in battle, gave you a piece of land. Something you would never do for us if you have won. Also it seems you were wrong about the fee. As your name says they were just "pedaling thru" and didn't have to pay your Monopoly fee.
Glad to have met you guys.
Was really nice to meet you too! 😊
Arizona is a treasure, mountains, deserts, beautiful "painted" rock landscapes, cacti, snow, dust storms, and much more. I lived there for six years and recently returned in February to house sit for someone near Sedona. Just before leaving during the first week of March there was a massive snowstorm that closed the Grand Canyon for several days. Determined to see the Canyon once again before leaving, I headed North and arrived to see snowbanks on the side of the road that were 6-8 feet deep. Many of the overlooks were closed, but the magic of seeing the Canyon colors under the snowfall was an amazing experience. Thanks for sharing your Arizona journey! All the best in your exploration.
That's sounds like an amazing experience! 😊
You were smart to get out of the high winds at 35mph. I once got push sideways in a high wind and my back wheel like a potato chip.
C O O L...!! II've spend hours and hours watching bikepacking videos and I just found you. Up to date, you are the ONLY ONES in the whole TH-cam that makes bread on camp. That have to be your ''seal'' lol.
Haha, that’s a great “seal” to have! 😂
My island is all WOW ☘️🐺☘️
First off thanks for taking me along 👍 I'm under a picnic table hiding frome west Texas wind watching this video. 21 mph sustained freaking nightmare at night . On my way back to Florida from California still haven't had a tailwind day 🙃 it was in face on the way there and now in face on the way back .Tried route 66 on the way back but couldn't take all the tourist and congestion .
Hope you enjoyed your trip through America 🇺🇸 😊
Thanks, yea, we had a great trip through the US! 😊 Sounds like you’re having a good adventure as well! Good luck and wishing you some tailwind.. 😅
Thanks for another great video. Your wintertrip locked scary. Be safe.
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks 😊
I love watching your videos of places I've never been. I'm also really enjoying watching your videos of places I'm familiar with. Camped there, hiked there, seen that. And my assessment of the Grand Canyon is the same as yours. It's a shame it's so commercial. Somewhat of a let down. I enjoy the wild canyon lands in Utah much more.
Great to hear you enjoy our videos and that you share our assessment of the Grand Canyon! :)
Great vídeo 💪😃🌍
Thanks!
Such a nice journey.. enjoy
Thank you! :)
Excellent video! Congrats on all you've accomplished thus far on your journey. Stay the course; continue to enjoy each moment..
Thanks! :)
It's been over thirty years ago, but I'd agree with you that monument valley and the painted desert are more memorable that the Grand Canyon for some reason or other.
Apple is so healthy 😊
You only went to the tourist section there so much to the canyon north side easy side etc I spent 2 weeks there many summers exploring
Unfortunately the North Rim was still closed as we were there in winter/spring. We can imagine it’s a bit different there.
Crazy how we all see things differently we were at the Grand Canyon around the same time and we totally loved it. We had the time to explore many overlooks. We were able to see both sunset and sunrise over the canyon. So amazing. On this trip we didn't tour we drove there and just did day rides on our bikes (we do love to bike tour also). It looked like you guys had some really challenging weather conditions been there too. Great job getting through it safely that wind looked crazy. Wishing you both a safe and happy journey :)
Hey, thanks! 😊 Yea, everyone has different experiences, that’s just the way it is. We were definitely impressed by the “natural” and “geological” aspects of the Grand Canyon, just the commercial aspect through us off a bit.
Yea, the weather was really crazy! 😅
Really! This is one of the 7 natiural wonders of the world and you are concerned about commercial aspects when you are one of the tourists getting free entry and free campsite. Oh brother give me a break
@@susansharp112also staying in churches n peoples homes for free n then complaining about 20$ entry per bike. I live in Denmark n here they charge minimum 50$ for anything per person n imagine how expensive it is for families. If Germany had Grand Canyon it would be 100€ per person. It’s not illogical per car in fact it benefits people who can’t afford as they can go together in a car.
$20 seems a little steep, as you say, compared to a group of even three in a car. I'm considering buying the National Park Pass. I'm hoping to travel through at least a few National Parks.
Hello guys I remember when I saw you in Karlovac Croatia.
Hey, that’s a long time ago! 😅
I felt that exact same way about the grand canyon. Lol. If you ever make it back to Arizona go to Sedona. It can get busy too but the scenery is amazing.
Thanks for the tip! 😊
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Very brave couple. Thank you for inspiring and sharing your experience. Which microphone do you use whilst cycling, your sound is so perfect. Which month did you pass thru Grand Canyon? I'm wondering if it'll be cold during Oct which is when I hope to cycle thru Arizona. Many thanks.
Hey, we use “Media Mods” for our GoPros as they have better microphones. We cycled through Arizona in February. 😊
Who’d have thought it Snow I’m Arizona, such beautiful scenery though thanks for sharing it with us. I have to ask where did you get the GoPro mount from? I have the standard handlebar mount which does not swivel and I noticed that yours do.
We use the GoPro Handlebar mount together with the “SP Gadgets Swivel Mount”.
@@louisaandtobiThat’s the crucial but I’m missing thanks for the info.
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Those Navajos are good people.
Great video thanks for taking me with you, but why Don't you mention here in the description David's TH-cam.
Thanks
Thanks! 😊 We tagged his Instagram link in our “New Mexico” video as this is where we met him. 😊
Hello guys. I wish you good pedellar and good adventures. I am also a bicycle rider, but I had pain in my right knee after my 130 km tour. What I want to know is, do you use supplements for your joint pain? I also aim to go on a world tour for 1 year, it will make me happy to receive information from people who take long distances like you.
Hey, sorry to hear that you had some pain in your knee. We don't take any supplements for pain / muscles. One of the most common causes of knee pain when cycling is an incorrect seat height / seat position. Maybe have a look into that, it might help. Good luck on your planned journey! :)
@@louisaandtobi I'll take a look again, thank you for your reply, have a nice trip
When the snow is that deep, it’s a sign you’re supposed to stay in the hotel. Enjoy each other’s company. Eat pizza and watch bad tv. 😊
Exactly! 😅
Hi, were are you in reel time?
We are currently in Australia 😊
Big question popping to mind: The arm on the left bed @15:49 has me puzzled 🙂
Ah, no got it now, was David! ... Happend if you've stopped watching this episode a while back and now resume and have forgotten the context 🙂
Exactly, David 😅
Respekt, cooler Trip. Allerdings halte ich diese Jahreszeit für den völlig falschen Zeitpunkt.
Eigentlich fanden wir es die meiste Zeit ziemlich angenehm im Winter zu fahren - keine Probleme mit Insekten, Hitze, etc. Bei einer Weltreise ist es außerdem nicht immer möglich, alle Regionen in der perfekten Jahreszeit zu bereisen.
👍👍♥♥🇮🇳🇮🇳 Indian
You look at 20.00 as expencive. It cost over 24 million dollars a year to keep the park open and roughly 1.8 million of that comes from entrance fees. The other 22.2 million comes from the tax payers in the United states. So at $20.00 you are getting a hell of a deal at the American tax payers expense.
Sure, 20 dollars isn’t cheap, especially when compared to many other countries where national park use is totally free, but of course we also understand that national parks have running costs that need to be covered. We have absolutely no problem with paying an entrance fee for a park, we do have a problem with it being so unfairly and illogically distributed between cars, bicycles, etc…. exactly like we say in the video.
also staying in churches n peoples homes for free n then complaining about 20$ entry per bike. I live in Denmark n here they charge minimum 50$ for anything per person n imagine how expensive it is for families. If Germany had Grand Canyon it would be 100€ per person. It’s not illogical per car in fact it benefits people who can’t afford as they can go together in a car.
@@louisaandtobi what’s illogical is charging per person in a car which makes it so expensive for families. Also if there’s 1 guy in a car he will pay 35$ too . If you guys are so worried about 20$ per person while staying for free everywhere then put your girlfriend on your bike. If the Grand Canyon was in Europe it would be minimum 100€ per person which would be incredibly expensive for families. Also if you find it expensive then don’t go. This is typical cheapo behaviour.
America's national parks are now a Disneyland
I think if she had charged you $20 for all three, that would have been fair.
You got it free and a free campsite yet you went back to the hotel and complained. Something kind of petty about that Tobi .
It’s typical cheapo behaviour. Because they get so much for free they try and take advantage of it n get annoyed where they have to pay.
It has to be that way comecial to keep it clean and safe and law enforcement . If free for all it would be full garbage and trouble makers you would not be able to enjoyed . It would be very dangerous . Please understand . And the lady that let you for free maybe in trouble . Now all cycling wanna go in for free ? But I understand your point of 5 people in a car ? Is that is expensive to maintain . You also mentioned texas when police ran you off the Park . Is that in the USA we have Big problems with homeless troublemakers .and if Police don't say nothing the next Day you Will have more and there goes the Town very bad . But you are tourists from another country . So you get breaks ? It put USA in bad position ? We have rules here . But enjoy your tour please understand .
Of course we understand that a place like the Grand Canyon will be commercial and that it is necessary to keep it clean, etc. However, it definitely is not necessary to have (what feels like) dozens of gift shops, etc. In our opinion, it just destroys the atmosphere of such a beautiful and impressive natural wonder a bit.
No good deed goes unpunished. Frankly I'm surprised you've been met with as much kindness as you have in some of these small towns, considering you aren't driving a diesel truck and eating meat. ;) The trump epidemic has created this pride in being unsophisticated. I grew up in a small town in California, and recently returned for a visit for the first time since trump... and it is an entirely different world now.
We can definitely imagine how places in the US may have changed in recent years, only that we don't have a before / after comparison. But we have truly met a lot of great people in the US, especially in smaller towns.
Let's go Brandon 💥👊😎💥
Cry more, lib
*and I don't even like Trump but it's funny mining all that salt from butthurt cali libs.
Super and awesome are overused by American millennials, not needed in a post US dominated world. Nice to hear a European accent without all the usual American colloquialisms.
Haha 😅
My guess is that if you are complaining about the $20.00 the park service charges, then you probably did not pay the $15.00 per person per night fee that the Navajo nation charges you to use our land for the 4 days you were on our land. So you trespass on our land and brag about stealing money from the nation on your videos. Also we are not Navajo. That is a white man's insult name for us. We are DINE. "THE PEOPLE " maybe In the future when you travel to a sovereign nation you should think about not insulting the people and stealing from them. Of course you are Europeans so that is normal for you. Your type have been stealing from us for 600 years. It good to see that somethings never change.
First of all, that is an incredibly racist comment… now let’s set a few things straight.
The $15 per person per night you are referring to is the “Navajo Nation Backcountry Permit” which is only required when hiking backcountry trails or camping. As we neither hiked nor camped on Navajo Reservation land we did not need the permit. We cycled on main roads and either stayed with hosts or were invited to stay in churches (by people who called themselves Navajo).
We did, however, actually write to the Navajo Nation Parks organization to get the backcountry permit in advance, as we were initially planning to camp, and only received an answer three months later… way too late. That’s why we didn’t end up camping on the reservation.
So in future, before you throw around racist and serious allegations, make sure you are correctly and fully informed.
Ahahah cool down with the mushrooms... "sovereign nation". You only exist as a "nation" because we, the evil europeans" had mercy for you and, after defeating you in battle, gave you a piece of land. Something you would never do for us if you have won.
Also it seems you were wrong about the fee. As your name says they were just "pedaling thru" and didn't have to pay your Monopoly fee.