@@2bushes Hello! like you on bike ! with my tiny body (57 old, 165 cm,50kg) i also trek three passes Everest base camp 3 year ago, Annapurna circuit is the best and cheaper! have many travel life is short!! bye.
Damn !!!! Met you guys in Ledar when i was doing solo annapurna circuit last November 2021. You guys decided to stay in Ledar and i continue to high camp same day 🙌
I am soo glad that you liked the idea of biking in Nepal! :) We are also dreaming of coming back, there are so many hikes one can to: Manaslu, Tilicho, EBC :)
Great job, I am so much proud of you guys (Jakob + Anna). Keep it up for more adventures. I enjoyed lots to watch your latest blog, Can't wait to see more......... cheers........
@@2bushes How many kilometers did you do per day? I am thinking to do all nepal trails :| on my touring mtb, also how expensive are the hotels and stuff.
@@egonzalez4294 Wow, we keep our fingers crossed! :) The first four days we did roughly 50km/day, then an acclimatisation day in Manang and after that: Manang-Yak Kharka, Yak-Kharka-High Camp, High Camp - Thorung La - Muktinath. We didn't do many km per day for two reasons: the road is quite challenging (lots of hike-a-bikes and steep climbs) and we were sticking to the rule of max. 500am above 3k. I must admit I don't remember what the hotels cost, I believe it was around 2000-3000 rupees per person per dinner(as we explained the accommodation was free if you paid for your meals) and around 900 for breakfast.
We have material for 20 more hours. If more people are interested we can bring more content. Or you have to wait for our next bike tour this spring/summer :)
Absolutely stunning~! I am planning to have my mtb trip there in coming Oct 2022. Would you mind sharing with us that what camping gears u bring along with? Did you need to wild camp in a tent overnite and how much water & food you bring each day? Seems your mtb didnt have to carry much :) Great thanks! And hope seeing your new adventure videos soon~!
Hello! Thanks for asking! We didn't have any camping gear with us except a sleeping bag. Usually, the tourists sleep in so-called teahouses - a combination of a hotel and an eatery. Many locals make their living from tourism, so it's also a great way to support the Nepali economy, especially since the stay does not cost much. You usually do not pay for the lodging as long as you order the dinner which is typically served in the evening. The teahouses do not have heating - the coldest temperature in our room was around -10. The teahouses provide wool blankets and you can ask for a second one (paid). You might be asked to pay extra for warm water or electricity. There are teahouses in every village so it's never difficult to find one and also it's a great way to meet the locals and hear their stories. Water was no problem - we were just taking it directly from the streams or from the tap. In the lower-lying regions (jungle) we were buying the bottled water or filtering it with our water filter. Keep in mind that soft-drink prices will rise significantly with the altitude ;-) Let us know, if you need any more info!
A friend is currently training to ride the Annapurna. This will be his 2nd attempt. I don't think I'm adventurous enough to cycle in a jungle where tigers exist. 🥴
Great video guys! I'm doing the same trip next month but will be taking my Full Suspension Bike. What would you recommend for shoes. I have my Five ten Trailcross boots which I'm thinking of taking or would I be better off with a proper set of walking boots for those Hike a Bike sections? Thanks
Hey, that's a tough one! 1. Definitely take shoes with a good profile, there are sections that require a good grip 2. You'll be crossing rivers and going through a lot of muddy sections - the more waterproof the better 3. Depending on where you start, "proper" walking boots might be too warm - around Pokhara you'll have 25 degrees Celsius and easy terrain 4. Jakob had waterproof click shoes from Shimano with a GOA system for cross-country and I took my above-the-ankle Merells with lightweight (soft) soles. Both worked great. I do not think there is much "advantage" in taking click shoes or above-the-ankle shoes - I would simply take the ones that are most comfortable :) Our friend Jimmy walked in sandals! I hope this helps!
Es gibt mehrere Busse aus Kathmandu. Sie starten in Sorhakhutte, das einem Busbahnhof ähnelt - eine Straße bzw. ein Stadtteil, in dem einfach viele Busse parken. Man muss einfach direkt dorthin gehen und ein Ticket bei einem beliebten Unternehmen am Vortag kaufen. Ich habe mir notiert, dass es 900 NPR pro Person kosten soll. Was wir letztendlich bezahlt haben, kann ich mich leider nicht mehr erinnern. Die Busse heißen alle "Deluxe Tourist Bus" oder ähnlich und versprechen Klimaanlage und bequeme Sitze - da sollte man skeptisch sein und einfach einen Bus erwarten, der einen nach Pokhara bringt. Die Reise ist lang, bis zu 9 Stunden, teilweise weil die Straßen so schlecht sind. Unser Bus hat auch einmal für eine Mittagspause bei einer Art Kantine angehalten - es ist gut zu wissen, dass das stattfinden wird, weil wir das irgendwie nicht gecheckt haben, zu spät dran waren und uns dann ultra-beeilen mussten. Das war aber vor fast 3 Jahren - es mag sein, dass sich einiges geändert hat.
Very nice trip, and great filming, video was pretty cool. I'm planing the same trip but I do not still choosen the period. What was the period/month of your trip ?
We went there in November, generally speaking, late Autumn or spring are the best seasons to visit Annapurna Circuit, because of less risk of a landslide. I recommend you to join one of the many Nepali travel groups and ask for the current weather conditions :)
It's weird knowing Society has finally reached a place where I can go on TH-cam and watch rich people exploit for locals who don't know any better and to top it off it makes those rich people feel like they actually did something good by exploiting those people it's crazy crazy times
Roughly speaking: 15$ per day per person for sleeping/eating + 15$ per person per bike for rental + ACAP permit (totally forgot what it costs, 50$?) + flight ✈️
Hi, honestly, we didn't know about the permits and restrictions until a guide told us at the end of our stay. We came to Nepal the first possibility after the coronavirus pandemic - there were almost no tourists and locals (also guides!) didn't seem to bother at all. For now, I would recommend trying to organise a licence through a travel agency - I doubt the Nepali paperwork is doable for foreigners.
Unrealistic. Someone else is apparently carrying their gear. Adding a few kilos of weight changes the nature of the trek considerably, esp. at higher elevations.
We consider your comment a great compliment! No, all our gear was on our bikes that we rode, pushed and eventually carried up and the bikes weight somewhere between 20 and 25kg. But there is bunch more people who did that, we are not the first! ;)
@@2bushes In which case, quite an achievement. I was basing my comment on a couple of observations: you appeared not to be alone (pics from the air?) and your loads looked very small - no panniers. I can't imagine doing the trek with less than a 30-litre pack even without bike tools, spare tubes, etc., which seems more than you were carrying. I did the Everest trek back in '86 and have thought about what would be possible on a bike. Apart from the daunting logistics of ascending stone steps and avoiding precipices, I suspect going by bike creates a kind of mental barrier between a rider and those one encounters along the way, especially locals who are always on foot. On a bike, you're not, in my view, travelling in the spirit of those to whom these pathways truly belong. But neither is peak-bagging, which doesn't seem to be in conflict with local cultures.
@@briandriscoll1480 oh well, my husband is quite good in flying the drone - he can ride the bike and fly in the same time, which is quite awesome. And yes, we travel very light - currently on the road since 2,5 Months in the USA with similiar volume. As you know after compleating the EBC - you do not have to carry much - the food and lodging are provided, so there is no neet to carry a tent or a stove. Our friend hiked the Annapurna Circuit without a sleeping bag! Anyway, if you decide to bike the EBC, let us know! You might be the first one to do that!
@@2bushes At age 67, I don't think I'll be doing that one, unless I can do it with an eMTB. I'm actually quite curious about how little one need pack on major treks like Annapurna circuit. No tent, of course, but it can be dicey to be caught out in freezing temps or monsoon rains without adequate gear. And a medical kit is mandatory. Do you have an idea how many litres/cubic inches and kilos/pounds you were each toting?
@@briandriscoll1480 I assume 10kg each excluding water and snacks. The winter gear is surprisingly light. We both had an ultralight sleeping bag for 0 Celcius, a liner, a down jacket (bought in Kathmandu), 3 merino shirts, 2 bike jackets (for different temperatures and the second one waterproof), hiking shoes and 2 pairs of cycling pants. My husband is a doctor, so of course, we had a first aid kit and emergency high altitude meds as well. 2 spare tubes each + tools and some cosmetic products + filming gear (mini drone, go pro, 2 x iphone, spare battery and a mic). That's it :) Charging eMTB might be tricky but I keep my fingers crossed!!!
Amazing Amazing Amazing
We are glad that you liked the video! :)
Very pleasant pleasant to follow you (it remenber my Annapurna circuit 2 years ago: good job!
@@2bushes Hello! like you on bike ! with my tiny body (57 old, 165 cm,50kg)
i also trek three passes Everest base camp 3 year ago, Annapurna circuit is the best and cheaper!
have many travel life is short!! bye.
Damn !!!! Met you guys in Ledar when i was doing solo annapurna circuit last November 2021. You guys decided to stay in Ledar and i continue to high camp same day 🙌
Hello again! :D Do you also wish to come back to Nepal as much as we do?
I hiked the circuit in 2018 with some friends. Your video brought back those amazing memories. Awesome stuff! 👍
we are very happy that our video evoked these nice memories!
Love from Nepal 🇳🇵💕
Amazing video, Congratulations !
0:8:26 That's my Monday morning !
Hangover monday? :)
Haha, each and every Monday? xD
as a nepali the quality ,riding is top notch
so cool and cinematic love your work
Thank you! Nice to hear it from a Nepali
What an adventure!! We have hiked Nepal - and hope to go back - biking is a whole other level. I'm inspired!!!
I am soo glad that you liked the idea of biking in Nepal! :) We are also dreaming of coming back, there are so many hikes one can to: Manaslu, Tilicho, EBC :)
berry cool summary of your trip. even your acting during the explantions were nice to listen. i hope that next time olga an me will accompany u :))
We are counting on it! 😇 Georgia?
Great video guys! Congrats again for the courage and strength! Wow!
Congratulations.
One of the best vlogs of this circuit. Beautifully done.
Do you have Instagram? Or a blog?
Wow, thanks! We are working on a blog, we will gladly let you know when it's online! :)
Beautiful video! Looks like a great adventure!😊
It really is!😮
Great!!!!
Amazing ❤️
Thanks for your kind words! :)
Muktinath looks beautiful 🤩
I loved the downhill shots, really well done 🥺😍
Beautiful video ❤️
Love from Nepal 🇳🇵😍
Great video. What an amazing adventure.
Great! I've done three extended tours but yet to ride Nepal, your video makes it very tempting ;-)
thanks! ;) well it is a tempting ride, so think about it!
Great video! Greetings! 😉😉
Thanks, Jarek!
Thanks for Inspiring!
good luck!!!
AMAZING Video and an even more amazing challenge! You are the legends! Congratulations!
Great job, I am so much proud of you guys (Jakob + Anna). Keep it up for more adventures. I enjoyed lots to watch your latest blog, Can't wait to see more......... cheers........
Thank you. Just saw your own TH-cam Channel. Have to watch your Videos :)
Thank you so much! Until the next time in Nepal or Europe!
Best soup! Jakob at its best
and this slurping
😅
This is my dream trail. One day I will definitely go with MTB.
Better now, than later! The treck is not filled with tourists due to covid as it normally would be. If you need help with planing let us know! 😌
@@2bushes How many kilometers did you do per day? I am thinking to do all nepal trails :| on my touring mtb, also how expensive are the hotels and stuff.
@@egonzalez4294 Wow, we keep our fingers crossed! :) The first four days we did roughly 50km/day, then an acclimatisation day in Manang and after that: Manang-Yak Kharka, Yak-Kharka-High Camp, High Camp - Thorung La - Muktinath. We didn't do many km per day for two reasons: the road is quite challenging (lots of hike-a-bikes and steep climbs) and we were sticking to the rule of max. 500am above 3k. I must admit I don't remember what the hotels cost, I believe it was around 2000-3000 rupees per person per dinner(as we explained the accommodation was free if you paid for your meals) and around 900 for breakfast.
Wow! What an amazing adventure. Thanks for sharing your ride.
Thank you! And thanks to Marie for forwarding it to you
@@JakobBusch , Mischa, my cousin, sent this to me.
Great video and an amazing trip! I‘m searching for the long version of this video! Please keep up the great work!👍🏻
We have material for 20 more hours. If more people are interested we can bring more content. Or you have to wait for our next bike tour this spring/summer :)
Amazing, well done to you both.
Super performance. Great inspiration for everyone. Blessings 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
Thank you, you are too kind 😊
Danke für euren Bericht. Ich habe die Tour 2011 zu Fuß gemacht und war auch im Bob Marley Hotel! Namaste!
:D Die scheinen auch echt erfolgreich zu sein!
Fantastic video! Did you take your own bikes or rent in Kathmandu / Pokhara?
Thanks for watching! We rented the bikes from Pokhara MTB adventure www.nepalmountainbike.com and 100% recommend them
Absolutely stunning views and a great trip and video! Looking forward to see more
Im waiting for your travel blocks with your new bus AND your visit in Austria
It is amazing !!!!
Amazing views! So beautiful
Absolutely stunning~! I am planning to have my mtb trip there in coming Oct 2022. Would you mind sharing with us that what camping gears u bring along with? Did you need to wild camp in a tent overnite and how much water & food you bring each day? Seems your mtb didnt have to carry much :) Great thanks! And hope seeing your new adventure videos soon~!
Hello! Thanks for asking! We didn't have any camping gear with us except a sleeping bag. Usually, the tourists sleep in so-called teahouses - a combination of a hotel and an eatery. Many locals make their living from tourism, so it's also a great way to support the Nepali economy, especially since the stay does not cost much. You usually do not pay for the lodging as long as you order the dinner which is typically served in the evening. The teahouses do not have heating - the coldest temperature in our room was around -10. The teahouses provide wool blankets and you can ask for a second one (paid). You might be asked to pay extra for warm water or electricity. There are teahouses in every village so it's never difficult to find one and also it's a great way to meet the locals and hear their stories.
Water was no problem - we were just taking it directly from the streams or from the tap. In the lower-lying regions (jungle) we were buying the bottled water or filtering it with our water filter. Keep in mind that soft-drink prices will rise significantly with the altitude ;-)
Let us know, if you need any more info!
New subscriber from Nepal 🇳🇵❤️
congrats< i was lucky and did it before u could drive it 🙂
Did we miss something important in the video? What are your strongest memories of your journey?
So amazing video and yet so less subscribers. Keep up the good work. U ll certainly grow
Thank you for your appreciation! We are a very young channel in the process of making more travel videos but it takes so much tiiiiiiiiiiiiiime! :)
very nicely made and inspiring video. thanks for making it.
@@2bushes ok will watch them aswell
Great video. amazing well done. wax my friend wax is king no wet lubes no oil ! Look forward to watching more of your videos. What drone did you use.
ooo we will try out wax then! Thanks for the tip! Our drone is dji mavic mini II - really small but powerful!
Thank you for the hint. Never used wax, but will try it. Wax was only used for my shiny roadbiker legs :)
Thank you......... Amazing footage
A friend is currently training to ride the Annapurna. This will be his 2nd attempt. I don't think I'm adventurous enough to cycle in a jungle where tigers exist. 🥴
We keep our fingers crossed for your friend!
Not enough Jimmy in this clip!! Bring Jimmy back!!
Oh yeah, we wish to and miss Jimmy too. The whole Atlantic Ocean is in-between us :(
Great video guys! I'm doing the same trip next month but will be taking my Full Suspension Bike. What would you recommend for shoes. I have my Five ten Trailcross boots which I'm thinking of taking or would I be better off with a proper set of walking boots for those Hike a Bike sections? Thanks
Hey, that's a tough one!
1. Definitely take shoes with a good profile, there are sections that require a good grip
2. You'll be crossing rivers and going through a lot of muddy sections - the more waterproof the better
3. Depending on where you start, "proper" walking boots might be too warm - around Pokhara you'll have 25 degrees Celsius and easy terrain
4. Jakob had waterproof click shoes from Shimano with a GOA system for cross-country and I took my above-the-ankle Merells with lightweight (soft) soles. Both worked great. I do not think there is much "advantage" in taking click shoes or above-the-ankle shoes - I would simply take the ones that are most comfortable :) Our friend Jimmy walked in sandals!
I hope this helps!
Einfach abgefahren😍 ich flieg im Oktober hin 😊 wie seid ihr nach pokara gekommen? Suche noch eine Möglichkeit
Es gibt mehrere Busse aus Kathmandu. Sie starten in Sorhakhutte, das einem Busbahnhof ähnelt - eine Straße bzw. ein Stadtteil, in dem einfach viele Busse parken. Man muss einfach direkt dorthin gehen und ein Ticket bei einem beliebten Unternehmen am Vortag kaufen. Ich habe mir notiert, dass es 900 NPR pro Person kosten soll. Was wir letztendlich bezahlt haben, kann ich mich leider nicht mehr erinnern. Die Busse heißen alle "Deluxe Tourist Bus" oder ähnlich und versprechen Klimaanlage und bequeme Sitze - da sollte man skeptisch sein und einfach einen Bus erwarten, der einen nach Pokhara bringt.
Die Reise ist lang, bis zu 9 Stunden, teilweise weil die Straßen so schlecht sind. Unser Bus hat auch einmal für eine Mittagspause bei einer Art Kantine angehalten - es ist gut zu wissen, dass das stattfinden wird, weil wir das irgendwie nicht gecheckt haben, zu spät dran waren und uns dann ultra-beeilen mussten. Das war aber vor fast 3 Jahren - es mag sein, dass sich einiges geändert hat.
Wonderful
Beautiful
Großartig 😊
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Very nice trip, and great filming, video was pretty cool.
I'm planing the same trip but I do not still choosen the period. What was the period/month of your trip ?
We went there in November, generally speaking, late Autumn or spring are the best seasons to visit Annapurna Circuit, because of less risk of a landslide. I recommend you to join one of the many Nepali travel groups and ask for the current weather conditions :)
It's weird knowing Society has finally reached a place where I can go on TH-cam and watch rich people exploit for locals who don't know any better and to top it off it makes those rich people feel like they actually did something good by exploiting those people it's crazy crazy times
How much water capacity did you carry each day?
What was the cost.
Roughly speaking: 15$ per day per person for sleeping/eating + 15$ per person per bike for rental + ACAP permit (totally forgot what it costs, 50$?) + flight ✈️
Hello, How it is possible fly drone in Nepal? ... i have been reading about this and it seems very difficult. The video is great, thanks!
Hi, honestly, we didn't know about the permits and restrictions until a guide told us at the end of our stay. We came to Nepal the first possibility after the coronavirus pandemic - there were almost no tourists and locals (also guides!) didn't seem to bother at all. For now, I would recommend trying to organise a licence through a travel agency - I doubt the Nepali paperwork is doable for foreigners.
ok thank you very much @@2bushes
what month
Unrealistic. Someone else is apparently carrying their gear. Adding a few kilos of weight changes the nature of the trek considerably, esp. at higher elevations.
We consider your comment a great compliment! No, all our gear was on our bikes that we rode, pushed and eventually carried up and the bikes weight somewhere between 20 and 25kg. But there is bunch more people who did that, we are not the first! ;)
@@2bushes In which case, quite an achievement.
I was basing my comment on a couple of observations: you appeared not to be alone (pics from the air?) and your loads looked very small - no panniers. I can't imagine doing the trek with less than a 30-litre pack even without bike tools, spare tubes, etc., which seems more than you were carrying.
I did the Everest trek back in '86 and have thought about what would be possible on a bike. Apart from the daunting logistics of ascending stone steps and avoiding precipices, I suspect going by bike creates a kind of mental barrier between a rider and those one encounters along the way, especially locals who are always on foot. On a bike, you're not, in my view, travelling in the spirit of those to whom these pathways truly belong. But neither is peak-bagging, which doesn't seem to be in conflict with local cultures.
@@briandriscoll1480 oh well, my husband is quite good in flying the drone - he can ride the bike and fly in the same time, which is quite awesome. And yes, we travel very light - currently on the road since 2,5 Months in the USA with similiar volume.
As you know after compleating the EBC - you do not have to carry much - the food and lodging are provided, so there is no neet to carry a tent or a stove. Our friend hiked the Annapurna Circuit without a sleeping bag!
Anyway, if you decide to bike the EBC, let us know! You might be the first one to do that!
@@2bushes At age 67, I don't think I'll be doing that one, unless I can do it with an eMTB. I'm actually quite curious about how little one need pack on major treks like Annapurna circuit. No tent, of course, but it can be dicey to be caught out in freezing temps or monsoon rains without adequate gear. And a medical kit is mandatory. Do you have an idea how many litres/cubic inches and kilos/pounds you were each toting?
@@briandriscoll1480 I assume 10kg each excluding water and snacks. The winter gear is surprisingly light. We both had an ultralight sleeping bag for 0 Celcius, a liner, a down jacket (bought in Kathmandu), 3 merino shirts, 2 bike jackets (for different temperatures and the second one waterproof), hiking shoes and 2 pairs of cycling pants. My husband is a doctor, so of course, we had a first aid kit and emergency high altitude meds as well. 2 spare tubes each + tools and some cosmetic products + filming gear (mini drone, go pro, 2 x iphone, spare battery and a mic). That's it :)
Charging eMTB might be tricky but I keep my fingers crossed!!!