What a great adventure. I love that you always acknowledge the first nations people of the areas you are visiting. Thanks for taking us along for a ride!
I discovered your videos a couple of days ago and have watched this one twice, along with the trip to Vancouver Island, vegan restaurant tour of Edmonton, and shopping for vegan food. I found each one charming in their direct, uncluttered style. I really like the way you let the images speak for themselves, without too much chatter, telling the story of your journeys. The photography, choice of music, editing and your sense of humor-setting table aboard the ferry, carefully laying out your tablecloth and "silverware"-funny stuff. I've done a few group tours, never a solo, and your videos have made me think seriously about hitting the road, they're that compelling. I decided to comment before I watch another video, which I'm going to do next. Thank you so much for making these and inviting us to share your corner of the world. Keep up the good work, Jordan.
hey Rusty thank you so much for your very nice comment and I'm sorry I only got to it now. (TH-cam isn't quite a full time job for me and I often take longer breaks). I'm really glad you noticed and appreciated those details or my personal style for lack of a better term. Glad you are feeling inspired and thank you again for your support!
Going back to Haida Gwai this June. It is an amazing place. Have done 2 kayak trips in Gwai Hanaas as well. Southern aspect is as varied as the north island.Skunk Gwai , the ancient Haida village is a very spiritual experience. Thanks for the video
I toured on Haida Gwaii around June 2022. Was quite then experience. I end up taking my bike along east beach to the cape ball river which was quite an experience. I unfortunately didn't go to Renell Sound as I was a little afraid of the bears. Which is a big regret. But, what an experience on the island. Was lovely to re live it a little again. Btw you got a super clear day in Rupert, mine was very rainy and I also had quite the vomit comet getting over to Queen Charlotte.
That sounds like quite an adventure as well! Maybe in the future and if I get a fat tire bike I'd like to do that whole coastline, the river/water crossings seem quite dramatic, though. And yeah I got so incredibly lucky with the weather, especially for late September.
@@JordanVegBikeI did it with 2.5inch tires on my full suspension mtb bike, haha, with them deflated down to 20psi it worked really well as the beach is so well packed. You definitely don't need a fat bike, at least on Haida Gwaii. Although, the hike a bike to get to the beach was interesting.
Thanks for bringing us along on your visit to Haida Gwai, Jordan. A 15 hour boat trip is the way to cycle to Prince Rupert! What a beautiful place Haida Gwai is
but also I lost my bank card a few weeks ago and now don't have access to my online banking but once I get it back I have a feeling it's gonna tell me to get back to work haha
Want to say so many thoughts, but ill sum up in a THANK YOU! Found out your page as i was exploring videos on Haida Gwaii. Serenity at its highest. Applaud!
I enjoyed every minute of this. There is something beautiful about watching someone enjoy the things you love. I live in Prince Rupert and I ride that ferry to Port Hardy occasionally so it was fun watching you enjoy that sailing. In 2017 I rode my FatBike from Masset to Tlell on the beach. This was 2.5 days of beach riding over sand and rock and I saw almost no people. This beach touring ride was quite a memory for me and watching you on some of that beach brought back memories. On a side note ......riding through that salt water on the beach is really hard on brake callipers, the salt really eats them up. Keep on adventuring my friend and maybe I'll see you out there one day.
@@ashleytheislander Yes you can cover a lot of ground on that beach on a bike! I used a Fat Bike but you could do it with narrower tires you would just need to stick to the firmer sand. I didn't do any video unfortunately but I have plenty of photos on my Flickr and Instagram
" There is something beautiful about watching someone enjoy the things you love." - I totally agree. and that beach ride sounds incredible! I wish I had the time/bike to do that. Being so isolated and near the power of the pacific sounds really amazing.
Yeah, still trying to balance the minimal, no talking aesthetic while still providing context and story of what's going on. Glad you liked some more of the talking!
Wow this is awesome! You essentially did something I've always wanted to but never got the opportunity! So glad I'm able to go on this trip with your lens and see Haida Gwaii from a different perspective!
I really appreciate your spirit and your respect for land, first nations peoples, and clear eyed view of colonial history. Lovely pacing of the video, matches my experience of traveling by bike.
I did this ride in July 2003. Rode from Cultus Lake to Prince George to Prince Rupert Haida Gwaii down Vancouver Island back home to Cultus 1 month trip
Just found your videos and want to thank you for documenting all of this! Your life decision to quit your job is very inspirational and I hope you're doing well!
The trip looked amazing, thanks for sharing!. Any chance you have a trip itinerary or plan that you could share? Watching this made me really want to do something similar for next year
What a delightful find this video is!!! Wonderful blend of calm and beauty with a little adventure thrown in. . . I’ve got to check out your other ones!!! Quick question, did the military not come see what you were doing when you approached the elephant cage???
hey Dale I'm glad you enjoyed the video and pacing of it. The elephant cage is definitely not a very protected spot, I honestly have no idea what they are up to but I figure it's mostly used for research and is not really relevant to any military operation or systems. Tho maybe I'm wrong and they just have very lax security and I got lucky! 😂
I love this. I'm planning another Gulf islands cycle tour (I just do weekend tours and try to hit up a couple of islands each time) so I watched yours and then this. I've always wanted to go to Haida Gwaii but never thought of cycling it. Very inspiring! I was curious about why you biked late into the night instead of wild camping part way? Is it not permitted or just not respectful to camp along that road? I'd really want to break that long stretch up a bit! I'd love to see your full itinerary.
hey Ashley I am pretty similar to you, mostly only two nighters or so around the Gulf Islands. I definitely would recommend Haida Gwaii if you are looking for more of a stretch or challenge trip. And good question... it honestly didn't really occur to me? I was partly into the challenge of the night riding (it was actually pretty fun and any tension regarding bears or whatever was maybe a bit exaggerated for camera ;)
Which bus did you use between Campbell River and Port Hardy? Luckily you missed that stretch around Woss on the highway. It is very bad for bikes. No shoulder and endless trucks.
yeah I got some tips that it would be a pretty unpleasant section of the ride. and unfortunately there is only one private company I found doing shuttles up to Port Hardy. The company is called Waving Flag (I think the owners are South African or something?). It's 4 hours and is $100 (+ tax, I think).
Thank you for sharing your adventure. The views were stunning. Looking forward to seeing more. Did you do this solo or with a friend? I noticed you saying "we". Just curious.
aha good question! It was just me for the most part, though I did run into one person on the 2nd ferry who was hitchhiking. We ended up going to the cultural Centre museum on the first morning and then met up again for the 2nd and 3rd night where we camped on the northern Agate Beach campground. But also sometimes I say "we" like, me and you, the viewer or referring to myself as "we". Let me know if it's awkward or just confusing haha.
Hey Jordan, Heading up to Prince Rupert is on my bucket list and has been for quite some time. On the ferry did you get a room or did you rough it? Thanks for the vid's.
very good question. I did meet someone who was hitchhiking around Haida Gwaii and we spent a few days together, but even when she wasn't with me I will sometimes refer to myself as "we" especially when talking to the camera, like you all are coming along for the journey too haha.
What a great adventure. I love that you always acknowledge the first nations people of the areas you are visiting. Thanks for taking us along for a ride!
very much the least I could do. Glad you enjoyed the journey.
The best times of my life have been while riding a bicycle. That's where the fun is.
exactly.
Beautiful video. I didn't want it to end.
same, honestly. thank you very much. ❤️
Just found this, so wonderful. Thank you!
glad you enjoyed!
I discovered your videos a couple of days ago and have watched this one twice, along with the trip to Vancouver Island, vegan restaurant tour of Edmonton, and shopping for vegan food. I found each one charming in their direct, uncluttered style. I really like the way you let the images speak for themselves, without too much chatter, telling the story of your journeys. The photography, choice of music, editing and your sense of humor-setting table aboard the ferry, carefully laying out your tablecloth and "silverware"-funny stuff.
I've done a few group tours, never a solo, and your videos have made me think seriously about hitting the road, they're that compelling. I decided to comment before I watch another video, which I'm going to do next.
Thank you so much for making these and inviting us to share your corner of the world. Keep up the good work, Jordan.
hey Rusty thank you so much for your very nice comment and I'm sorry I only got to it now. (TH-cam isn't quite a full time job for me and I often take longer breaks).
I'm really glad you noticed and appreciated those details or my personal style for lack of a better term. Glad you are feeling inspired and thank you again for your support!
Going back to Haida Gwai this June. It is an amazing place. Have done 2 kayak trips in Gwai Hanaas as well. Southern aspect is as varied as the north island.Skunk Gwai , the ancient Haida village is a very spiritual experience. Thanks for the video
kayaking sounds like a great experience. maybe next time I go back I can do a multi-modal type of trip!
Ah wonderful trip! I love you setting out the table cloth! Classy!
the person behind me definitely seemed a bit confused haha
Damn this is so awesome! Love the "not much braking power, might need a check up" on a super remote descent 😆.
yooo thanks Colby, glad you enjoyed! yeah a tad sus haha.
This captures part of the magic of this amazingly stark and beautiful place.
thank you so much. I hope to return one day.
This is absolutely amazing! Thanks for sharing.
well, I'm just jealous tbh lol Amazing drone footage
Glad you enjoyed it!
*Aggressively hits Notify Me Button*
yesss haha ❤
@@JordanVegBike yo you got a drone!?
A friend and I will be cycling Haida Gwaii in June 2023. Thank you for the wonderful preview of what we might enjoy!
that sounds awesome, I think you'll have an amazing time! And glad to provide a nice preview.
Beautiful video, the landscape is just incredible, especially those coastal shots with the trees and cliffs👌🏼 nice work
Thanks a lot! I'm a big fan of some of the views from the ferries.
Such beautiful scenery! I can't wait to get there, hopefully one day soon-ish :) Thanks for sharing
I toured on Haida Gwaii around June 2022. Was quite then experience. I end up taking my bike along east beach to the cape ball river which was quite an experience. I unfortunately didn't go to Renell Sound as I was a little afraid of the bears. Which is a big regret. But, what an experience on the island. Was lovely to re live it a little again.
Btw you got a super clear day in Rupert, mine was very rainy and I also had quite the vomit comet getting over to Queen Charlotte.
That sounds like quite an adventure as well! Maybe in the future and if I get a fat tire bike I'd like to do that whole coastline, the river/water crossings seem quite dramatic, though.
And yeah I got so incredibly lucky with the weather, especially for late September.
@@JordanVegBikeI did it with 2.5inch tires on my full suspension mtb bike, haha, with them deflated down to 20psi it worked really well as the beach is so well packed. You definitely don't need a fat bike, at least on Haida Gwaii. Although, the hike a bike to get to the beach was interesting.
Thanks for bringing us along on your visit to Haida Gwai, Jordan. A 15 hour boat trip is the way to cycle to Prince Rupert! What a beautiful place Haida Gwai is
so gorgeous and the boat ride was super nice as well!
Great work, Keep riding!
thank you!
Watching on my lunch break. Love how you quit your job to do this.
Perfect lunch break activity, I did the same for yours.
but also I lost my bank card a few weeks ago and now don't have access to my online banking but once I get it back I have a feeling it's gonna tell me to get back to work haha
I've cycled everywhere from Sandspit to Toe Hill, but didn't know about the road to Rennel. Maybe that is just as well....
Wonderful video. Thank you for sharing your trip. I would love to go to Haida Gwaii someday, but not sure if I would bicycle.
You should definitely go! Maybe you have a friend or two who would bike it? Or rent some when you are there.
Some stunning drone shots and nice music too
thanks, glad you enjoyed!
Great video well done, looking forward to the next video!
thank you, Zachary!
Want to say so many thoughts, but ill sum up in a THANK YOU! Found out your page as i was exploring videos on Haida Gwaii. Serenity at its highest. Applaud!
thank you Hussain, glad you are enjoying them!
I enjoyed every minute of this. There is something beautiful about watching someone enjoy the things you love. I live in Prince Rupert and I ride that ferry to Port Hardy occasionally so it was fun watching you enjoy that sailing. In 2017 I rode my FatBike from Masset to Tlell on the beach. This was 2.5 days of beach riding over sand and rock and I saw almost no people. This beach touring ride was quite a memory for me and watching you on some of that beach brought back memories. On a side note ......riding through that salt water on the beach is really hard on brake callipers, the salt really eats them up. Keep on adventuring my friend and maybe I'll see you out there one day.
The beach riding looked amazing! I didn't realize you could ride along the beach that far! Amazing! This sounds like a dream!
@@ashleytheislander Yes you can cover a lot of ground on that beach on a bike! I used a Fat Bike but you could do it with narrower tires you would just need to stick to the firmer sand. I didn't do any video unfortunately but I have plenty of photos on my Flickr and Instagram
" There is something beautiful about watching someone enjoy the things you love." - I totally agree.
and that beach ride sounds incredible! I wish I had the time/bike to do that. Being so isolated and near the power of the pacific sounds really amazing.
Some truly great and stunning vistas! Excellent camera and editing work.
thank you, Justin!
Loved it, especially that you had more commentary compared to previous episodes. Good job
Yeah, still trying to balance the minimal, no talking aesthetic while still providing context and story of what's going on. Glad you liked some more of the talking!
Very cool! I’ve always wanted to visit Haida Gwaii ☺️ Amazing to watch
Glad you enjoyed it!
Wow this is awesome! You essentially did something I've always wanted to but never got the opportunity! So glad I'm able to go on this trip with your lens and see Haida Gwaii from a different perspective!
glad I could help bring you along with me!
What a gorgeous place and great camera work. I miss the West Coast!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Great video! Definitely a trip I would love to do some day
you definitely should if you can! and thank you :)
nice, well shot! subbed
Thank you very much!
It's like a dream.
Thanks for this!
glad you enjoyed!
I really appreciate your spirit and your respect for land, first nations peoples, and clear eyed view of colonial history. Lovely pacing of the video, matches my experience of traveling by bike.
Hi Bernhard, thank you very much, I try my best. Glad you enjoyed the video.
Thank you for visiting our home, Jordan. I very much enjoyed seeing it through your lens. Quite the climb out of Rennell Sound, isn't it?
literally walked for 20 minutes! And a beautiful home, for sure.
I did this ride in July 2003. Rode from Cultus Lake to Prince George to Prince Rupert Haida Gwaii down Vancouver Island back home to Cultus 1 month trip
oooh that sounds awesome! The ride to Prince Rupert seems pretty nice!
Just found your videos and want to thank you for documenting all of this! Your life decision to quit your job is very inspirational and I hope you're doing well!
thank you! I am doing pretty well (though have started a new job this summer... but maybe I'll pull another quiterooo 😉)
"Just gotta send it " that you did!
only one way!
Nicely done.
The trip looked amazing, thanks for sharing!. Any chance you have a trip itinerary or plan that you could share? Watching this made me really want to do something similar for next year
hey thank you! I did a short writeup on Bikepacking.com: bikepacking.com/plog/bikepacking-to-haida-gwaii-video/
Awesoooome!
thanks Pat!
Incredible video! Do you mind sharing the music used for the Tow Hill and Agate Beach segment?
What a delightful find this video is!!! Wonderful blend of calm and beauty with a little adventure thrown in. . . I’ve got to check out your other ones!!!
Quick question, did the military not come see what you were doing when you approached the elephant cage???
hey Dale I'm glad you enjoyed the video and pacing of it. The elephant cage is definitely not a very protected spot, I honestly have no idea what they are up to but I figure it's mostly used for research and is not really relevant to any military operation or systems. Tho maybe I'm wrong and they just have very lax security and I got lucky! 😂
Could you please make a video showing us how you cook some of those delicious meals you are eating in your vids? Thanks :)
that's a great idea!
I love this. I'm planning another Gulf islands cycle tour (I just do weekend tours and try to hit up a couple of islands each time) so I watched yours and then this. I've always wanted to go to Haida Gwaii but never thought of cycling it. Very inspiring! I was curious about why you biked late into the night instead of wild camping part way? Is it not permitted or just not respectful to camp along that road? I'd really want to break that long stretch up a bit! I'd love to see your full itinerary.
hey Ashley I am pretty similar to you, mostly only two nighters or so around the Gulf Islands. I definitely would recommend Haida Gwaii if you are looking for more of a stretch or challenge trip.
And good question... it honestly didn't really occur to me? I was partly into the challenge of the night riding (it was actually pretty fun and any tension regarding bears or whatever was maybe a bit exaggerated for camera ;)
Inspiring
glad you enjoyed!
Which bus did you use between Campbell River and Port Hardy? Luckily you missed that stretch around Woss on the highway. It is very bad for bikes. No shoulder and endless trucks.
yeah I got some tips that it would be a pretty unpleasant section of the ride. and unfortunately there is only one private company I found doing shuttles up to Port Hardy. The company is called Waving Flag (I think the owners are South African or something?). It's 4 hours and is $100 (+ tax, I think).
Looks like an epic trip!
Loving some of those drone shots over the beach. I wonder what else you use to film with?
Thanks Alan! I have a DJI Air 2S and my main camera is a Panasonic GH5 with 18-35mm Sigma 1.8
Great video and editing! What camera are you using?
hey thank you! It's a Panasonic GH5 with a Sigma 18-35mm.
Thank you for sharing your adventure. The views were stunning. Looking forward to seeing more.
Did you do this solo or with a friend? I noticed you saying "we". Just curious.
Also wondering. Nice ride. Thanks for sharing.
aha good question! It was just me for the most part, though I did run into one person on the 2nd ferry who was hitchhiking. We ended up going to the cultural Centre museum on the first morning and then met up again for the 2nd and 3rd night where we camped on the northern Agate Beach campground.
But also sometimes I say "we" like, me and you, the viewer or referring to myself as "we". Let me know if it's awkward or just confusing haha.
Hey Jordan,
Heading up to Prince Rupert is on my bucket list and has been for quite some time. On the ferry did you get a room or did you rough it?
Thanks for the vid's.
all hammock!
@@JordanVegBike Sweet
How long did it take you to get back up that hill out of Renell sound? 🚴♂
I would say probably 45 minutes to an hour at least 😂
Awesome beautiful adventure! Random question: Why do you speak as "we"? Is it just the way you like to refer to yourself and your bike? :P
very good question. I did meet someone who was hitchhiking around Haida Gwaii and we spent a few days together, but even when she wasn't with me I will sometimes refer to myself as "we" especially when talking to the camera, like you all are coming along for the journey too haha.
Looks like he wears half a helmet. Doesn't look very protective for the front of his head.
don't worry Kev I got a new one a few days ago.
What time of year is this?
this was late September! Got quite lucky with the weather. I don't even remember if I used my rain jacket.