Dave , I am on of those kids . Thank you for your time , and your understanding . Many people can affect the lives of others , your channel has been a positive thing in mine . Thanks again
Dave you’re making the world a better place for each child you’re helping. That’s an amazing thing and not something I could do. So thank you for what you do. I can’t begin to understand how hard it is to do what you are doing, but please know that we love and respect you for doing it. Rant away on here whenever you need to mate, Big hugs pal ❤️
What I’m seeing in this video is someone with incredible self awareness and incredible emotional intelligence. The cycling element is entertainment, the emotional element is inspiring.
You’ve got way more energy than most of us put together, so if you’re struggling it’s because you’re taking on a huge amount of responsibility. Stick in there, you’ll learn to manage and cope as your experience grows. Good times are always around the corner.
You're doing great work Dave, it's more mentally and emotionally demanding than some of us realise. You're always open and honest in the vlogs and looking at the comments that's what we appreciate. We're always here with an ear.
You don’t have a job like most folk and this work will rattle, hurt and confuse you due the kids you look after. You come across as a vulnerable, sensitive and very honest guy who currently is trying to squeeze a quart into a pint pot. I have worked/helped just briefly with kids who struggle in the education system and are under social services care. It broke my heart to see these kids with such broken lives and I only did voluntary a half a day a week with them. Keep your chin up and keep doing your thing and it’s wonderful. 👍👍👍👍
The reason we love watching you is because of vlogs like this. There are really very few creators who are open to such a degree. Life is hard sometimes, and we can't always get the things we want, but we keep going, like you are now. The responsibility you've taken on is definitely not something everyone can do, and I for one applaud you.
I feel what you're saying. Having twins recently, I haven't been able to ride or keep myself as healthy as before, but I'm amazed of seeing my children grow. Hopefully they will find enjoyment in cycling as myself so that we can ride together in the future
It's tiring and it's hard. Physically and emotionally. It's also a total pleasure to be able to watch you and see the hard work you put in, then first hand, see it make a difference to the kids, little wins each days. You look after them, I'll look after you. ❤️
My partner and I have started fostering dogs , its been hard work , cant imagine how hard fostering a child would be, upmost respect Dave dude keep it up you doing a really great thing 🤟🤟
What you are doing can make a lifelong difference (I speak from experience ) As a teenager I had a wonderful chap that stopped me going completely off the rails at a tipping point in my life, by giving me his time and friendship. Talk to friends, family or anyone that will listen. Good luck 👍
This is a really valuable message for people to hear. Life isn't always easy, what you are doing is so valuable and I imagine so rewarding but also so exhausting, especially emotionally. Keep going, you've got this and you can always use the bike and come and have a chat to us on here to help you cope 😁 big love 🖤
Everyone has crap times, it's part of being human. Things improve, things get worse. You are doing such an amazing thing and those kids will appreciate you forever. You are awesome!
Nothing says you have to do the fostering forever, Dave. You are a really good person either way. Nobody would judge you. There is just one of you. It doesn't mean you work as hard, it is hard squared.
Dave, has a parent of a child that was fostered. Thanks for what you are doing, it is such a great job you have chosen to do. One thing, do not bottle it up, go and chat to someone who can help you ❤
Dude, I’d give you a hug, buy you a Greggs, go for a ride and buy you a beer if you were closer. You’re an awesome dude that manages to do more than most of us. This is your channel, you should feel comfortable talking about the things you want to talk about. We the audience, are lucky to live your experiences through what you share. The whole influencer thing gets me riled, they’re a strange breed of people. Keep the bike is great as it is, just ride it 😂
Dave you a ray of sunshine. I've put myself through hell in 2024. It really was a close call. I had not only hit rock bottom I went through the floor. I've probably only rode 100 miles this year. It took for me to hit the bottom before I realised I can't do it all on my own. And had to accept my baggage And I needed help. I was ready to throw away my home, My partner and my children. Thankfully I'm already thinking about getting out on the bike again. Dave you are a ray of sunshine on a rainy day...
Ive not been watching you very long but love your quirky energetic delivery, i learnt quite a lot about you in this one video, thank you for living your life as an open wound publicly, i think there is some bizarre comfort for people knowing they're not the only ones suffering. Keep fighting the good fight man, you are doing some great things far bigger than cycling, there arent words worthy enough to describe that, thank you for being the highlight in a lot of peoples days
Dave, I have been following you for several years now, and I love how you have taken on new challenges, taking risks like becoming a full time TH-camr. But with your ADHD, you contend with other factors, that most of us do not even comprehend. My son has ADHD, and I know he can become overwhelmed, and seeing you today reminded me of that. Looks like you need to take some pressure off for your own well being. There is nothing wrong with that. Take care.
I love how genuinely honest your videos are, weather that is about a product or your mental health and how you are feeling! You are doing a great thing and you should be so proud of what you are doing and the impact you are having on these kids!
Onwards and Upwards buddy. Your path demands a great deal. Would be odd if you didn’t struggle at times. Digging for truth and honesty in this topsy turvy world in itself can be a struggle. Would say though that you are on track,learning how to juggle isn’t a walk in the park. So all the best. Don’t forget prayer…..
Love the honesty, I work in special education and I know how rare foster carers are these days so respect!! When things get tough at work we talk about it and some people get supervision to help talk through issues with people who know what struggles you are experiencing. Strongly suggest it🤘🏻
Thank you, supervision is super important. I don’t have anything official in place atm but I do have an amazing support network around me…helps so much!
Your doing a great job helping others (not just the kids, but those of us watching this to know its normal to get down). Ride your bike, eat cakes and wait for the sun to come back 🙂 Thank you
Dave you are a positive person and focus on your good things, I had a bad ten years where I tried to take my own life after going through prostate cancer treatment then been told it's terminal, I got told if people in your life, don't add to your life then walk away from them, life is a gift enjoy every minute. I cycle to enjoy life look at the positives they are there, keep that smile on your face, you are a good person.
Dave, you are a good dude. Your channel brings joy to many. I admire your desire to make the world a little better, fostering children is huge undertaking and just remember when some of those kids get older they will remember you for the difference you made in their lives. What a wonderful legacy. Also I am agnostic on 12 or 11 speeds. Cheers.
Put some flat bars and mudguards on that bike for winter. Also, you're awesome for taking on the responsibility of a young person in need, and it's good that you are letting out how super hard it is. Holding that in, would be bad for all. I'm American and even so, can appreciate you for being real.
Talking about your problems when they are effecting your life is always positive. The male trope of bottling things up is just nonsense - I'm nearly 60 and it's something I wish I had learnt at a much younger age than I did. Kudos for being open & honest.
Influencers Just make videos like that just to get views you always think how true it is. At least with you it's coming from the heart. I wished I live near you I'd love to take you for a beer or come round for a beer. I do watch all your videos but do not always comment but honestly I hope your ok and what you are doing is fantastic the world needs more Dave Noakes...it would be a much better place.
There is a positive in being honest about how you feel, you need to take care of yourself so that you can take care of others, you need to have energy to help young people with difficult life experiences . Without people like you Dave there is little hope that these youngsters will find their own positivity, what you are doing is hard and draining, in 10,15,20 years those people will come back and show you the love and energy you gave them ! You are an amazing man - we all love you yes love you! Hope that hasn’t wielded you out ! Take care mate
Dave you're doing an amazing job mate, big up yourself - there's a lot on your plate but youre getting it done - loved the cry baby influencer look :) keep the bike how it is set up for the winter and go give munchkin a cuddle! keep it real mate, cheers
I'm still struggling to ride 4 weeks after COVID, 8 weeks after hernia op... Health and fitness will improve. You will get better and feel better... Just get through the after effects of illness it's probably still affecting your moods.
Sorry to hear that mate, hope you heal up quick. Hernia op followed up with covid…you’ve really had it all chucked at you. Wishing you all the best mate.
Winter commuter bike. Lets get more peeps into cycling as transportation and clear up the air. Quite understand your rant. In some circles this is known as 'getting out of oneself" to take another perspective. Yes, your SO deserves a medal. Kids are more important than exotic 100km rides or races. I've found a 30 minute ride to the shops always brightens my perspective. ALways appreciate your vlogs. My fave channel in fact.
To quote yer man Roosevelt - "Nothing in the world is worth having or worth doing unless it means effort, pain, difficulty… I have never in my life envied a human being who led an easy life. I have envied a great many people who led difficult lives and led them well."
i think u can feel and say anything you need to my brother , I'm Glad ur not amerikkkan , U sound like u have a full plate and still Reconize that your lucky , Road tires on a 2nd set is how I went , thank you sir
If you were an influencer complaining about how hard being an influencer is, I may listen but probably wouldn’t have a lot of time for it. You’re not doing that, you’re talking about the challenges of being a carer and almost all carers feel that way… it a bloody hrs job!! There’s a famous saying in healthcare - ‘who cares for the carers’. If people don’t look after the people looking after those in greatest need we will be in big trouble! They do an incredible hard job and often get very little support. Vlogs are much better as honest and genuine stuff. There was a GTN video recently about mental health and suicidal ideation which was very though-provoking and much better than saving 2W from the latest sponsored bike brand! I live in a neighbouring village to you and always happy to be a stranger listen to you voice your thoughts or go for a coffee… also happy to talk crap about saving 2W from tyre choice. Keep the real videos coming. It’s why people listen. However, make sure you get the help and support you need. Reach out if you want an ear/coffee/hug! You’re doing one of the most challenging jobs going. You’re not moaning and if you were, you’d deserve the opportunity to do so anyway!
Wishing you well, Dave. Pls know that your videos really don't need to be universally positive. Seeing your real person's experience is much more relatable. (Also the narcissistic influencer you described _isn't_ an "American" thing, it's a geographically agnostic immaturity thing.)
I understand. But I think that you are just experiencing a NORMAL range of emotions. There are Highs and lows. But if you are fostering kids, surviving cancer and God knows what else, then you are going far above and beyond what most people go through in a lifetime. I don't know you, but you seem very unselfish about it. I say, "GOOD ON YOU, SIR!". I myself am struggling because I have many things going on at once and it's overwhelming and at the moment, I don't see an end to it. ... But I know there will be a time when I can slow down ... at least a little bit.
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Dave , I am on of those kids . Thank you for your time , and your understanding . Many people can affect the lives of others , your channel has been a positive thing in mine . Thanks again
No thanks needed, this comment really hit hard…it’s you I need to thank 🙏🏽❤️
Dave you’re making the world a better place for each child you’re helping. That’s an amazing thing and not something I could do. So thank you for what you do. I can’t begin to understand how hard it is to do what you are doing, but please know that we love and respect you for doing it. Rant away on here whenever you need to mate, Big hugs pal ❤️
What I’m seeing in this video is someone with incredible self awareness and incredible emotional intelligence. The cycling element is entertainment, the emotional element is inspiring.
You’ve got way more energy than most of us put together, so if you’re struggling it’s because you’re taking on a huge amount of responsibility. Stick in there, you’ll learn to manage and cope as your experience grows. Good times are always around the corner.
You're doing great work Dave, it's more mentally and emotionally demanding than some of us realise. You're always open and honest in the vlogs and looking at the comments that's what we appreciate. We're always here with an ear.
You don’t have a job like most folk and this work will rattle, hurt and confuse you due the kids you look after. You come across as a vulnerable, sensitive and very honest guy who currently is trying to squeeze a quart into a pint pot. I have worked/helped just briefly with kids who struggle in the education system and are under social services care. It broke my heart to see these kids with such broken lives and I only did voluntary a half a day a week with them. Keep your chin up and keep doing your thing and it’s wonderful. 👍👍👍👍
The reason we love watching you is because of vlogs like this. There are really very few creators who are open to such a degree. Life is hard sometimes, and we can't always get the things we want, but we keep going, like you are now. The responsibility you've taken on is definitely not something everyone can do, and I for one applaud you.
Well said, appreciate the kind words. ❤️
I feel what you're saying. Having twins recently, I haven't been able to ride or keep myself as healthy as before, but I'm amazed of seeing my children grow. Hopefully they will find enjoyment in cycling as myself so that we can ride together in the future
It's tiring and it's hard. Physically and emotionally.
It's also a total pleasure to be able to watch you and see the hard work you put in, then first hand, see it make a difference to the kids, little wins each days.
You look after them, I'll look after you.
❤️
My partner and I have started fostering dogs , its been hard work , cant imagine how hard fostering a child would be, upmost respect Dave dude keep it up you doing a really great thing 🤟🤟
What you are doing can make a lifelong difference (I speak from experience ) As a teenager I had a wonderful chap that stopped me going completely off the rails at a tipping point in my life, by giving me his time and friendship.
Talk to friends, family or anyone that will listen. Good luck 👍
🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽 thank you, wishing you all the best.
This is a really valuable message for people to hear. Life isn't always easy, what you are doing is so valuable and I imagine so rewarding but also so exhausting, especially emotionally. Keep going, you've got this and you can always use the bike and come and have a chat to us on here to help you cope 😁 big love 🖤
Everyone has crap times, it's part of being human. Things improve, things get worse. You are doing such an amazing thing and those kids will appreciate you forever. You are awesome!
Nothing says you have to do the fostering forever, Dave. You are a really good person either way. Nobody would judge you. There is just one of you. It doesn't mean you work as hard, it is hard squared.
Really appreciate the honesty Dave. Thank you for sharing, you know you can bend her ears whenever you want!!
Dave, has a parent of a child that was fostered.
Thanks for what you are doing, it is such a great job you have chosen to do.
One thing, do not bottle it up, go and chat to someone who can help you ❤
Dude, I’d give you a hug, buy you a Greggs, go for a ride and buy you a beer if you were closer. You’re an awesome dude that manages to do more than most of us. This is your channel, you should feel comfortable talking about the things you want to talk about. We the audience, are lucky to live your experiences through what you share.
The whole influencer thing gets me riled, they’re a strange breed of people.
Keep the bike is great as it is, just ride it 😂
Dave you a ray of sunshine.
I've put myself through hell in 2024. It really was a close call.
I had not only hit rock bottom I went through the floor. I've probably only rode 100 miles this year.
It took for me to hit the bottom before I realised I can't do it all on my own. And had to accept my baggage And I needed help. I was ready to throw away my home, My partner and my children.
Thankfully I'm already thinking about getting out on the bike again.
Dave you are a ray of sunshine on a rainy day...
Ive not been watching you very long but love your quirky energetic delivery, i learnt quite a lot about you in this one video, thank you for living your life as an open wound publicly, i think there is some bizarre comfort for people knowing they're not the only ones suffering. Keep fighting the good fight man, you are doing some great things far bigger than cycling, there arent words worthy enough to describe that, thank you for being the highlight in a lot of peoples days
Dave, I have been following you for several years now, and I love how you have taken on new challenges, taking risks like becoming a full time TH-camr. But with your ADHD, you contend with other factors, that most of us do not even comprehend. My son has ADHD, and I know he can become overwhelmed, and seeing you today reminded me of that. Looks like you need to take some pressure off for your own well being. There is nothing wrong with that. Take care.
I love how genuinely honest your videos are, weather that is about a product or your mental health and how you are feeling! You are doing a great thing and you should be so proud of what you are doing and the impact you are having on these kids!
Onwards and Upwards buddy. Your path demands a great deal. Would be odd if you didn’t struggle at times. Digging for truth and honesty in this topsy turvy world in itself can be a struggle. Would say though that you are on track,learning how to juggle isn’t a walk in the park. So all the best. Don’t forget prayer…..
@@felixjackson2670 prayer is so powerful 🙏🏼
Love the honesty, I work in special education and I know how rare foster carers are these days so respect!! When things get tough at work we talk about it and some people get supervision to help talk through issues with people who know what struggles you are experiencing. Strongly suggest it🤘🏻
Thank you, supervision is super important. I don’t have anything official in place atm but I do have an amazing support network around me…helps so much!
Your doing a great job helping others (not just the kids, but those of us watching this to know its normal to get down). Ride your bike, eat cakes and wait for the sun to come back 🙂 Thank you
Dave you are a positive person and focus on your good things, I had a bad ten years where I tried to take my own life after going through prostate cancer treatment then been told it's terminal, I got told if people in your life, don't add to your life then walk away from them, life is a gift enjoy every minute.
I cycle to enjoy life look at the positives they are there, keep that smile on your face, you are a good person.
Dave, you are a good dude. Your channel brings joy to many. I admire your desire to make the world a little better, fostering children is huge undertaking and just remember when some of those kids get older they will remember you for the difference you made in their lives. What a wonderful legacy. Also I am agnostic on 12 or 11 speeds. Cheers.
Dave sir you are an absolute saint.
I love this shit and appreciate your honesty. Keep posting real life.
You got this Dave, you are doing an amazing job.👍👍👍
Put some flat bars and mudguards on that bike for winter. Also, you're awesome for taking on the responsibility of a young person in need, and it's good that you are letting out how super hard it is. Holding that in, would be bad for all. I'm American and even so, can appreciate you for being real.
I love the line 'all she gets out of it is a couple of ebikes' 😂😂 cracked me up
Keep riding is the best pick me up,as it has always worked for me,hardest part is the push out the door!😂😆 you've got this Dave,cheers!❤
Talking about your problems when they are effecting your life is always positive. The male trope of bottling things up is just nonsense - I'm nearly 60 and it's something I wish I had learnt at a much younger age than I did. Kudos for being open & honest.
Thanks Dave 🙏🏽 hope you’re well
Thinking of you Dave, try to remember to take a day at a time. Most importantly keep riding your bike :)
🙏🏽 thank you.
Gears reviews are cool and all. However sharing feelings, life issues and life hacks #PRICELESS Keep it up is my opinion :)
Influencers Just make videos like that just to get views you always think how true it is. At least with you it's coming from the heart. I wished I live near you I'd love to take you for a beer or come round for a beer.
I do watch all your videos but do not always comment but honestly I hope your ok and what you are doing is fantastic the world needs more Dave Noakes...it would be a much better place.
Seems like you worked it out yourself. That alone shows you have what it takes.
There is a positive in being honest about how you feel, you need to take care of yourself so that you can take care of others, you need to have energy to help young people with difficult life experiences . Without people like you Dave there is little hope that these youngsters will find their own positivity, what you are doing is hard and draining, in 10,15,20 years those people will come back and show you the love and energy you gave them ! You are an amazing man - we all love you yes love you! Hope that hasn’t wielded you out ! Take care mate
Dave you're doing an amazing job mate, big up yourself - there's a lot on your plate but youre getting it done - loved the cry baby influencer look :) keep the bike how it is set up for the winter and go give munchkin a cuddle! keep it real mate, cheers
Fostering is a amazing thing to do bro,keep doin what u do 👌
I'm still struggling to ride 4 weeks after COVID, 8 weeks after hernia op... Health and fitness will improve. You will get better and feel better... Just get through the after effects of illness it's probably still affecting your moods.
Sorry to hear that mate, hope you heal up quick. Hernia op followed up with covid…you’ve really had it all chucked at you. Wishing you all the best mate.
Hi Dave, it’s ok to find things difficult in life and with kids. I’ve got 3 under 3 and it’s double hard mate but get riding when ever you can ❤
Winter commuter bike. Lets get more peeps into cycling as transportation and clear up the air. Quite understand your rant. In some circles this is known as 'getting out of oneself" to take another perspective. Yes, your SO deserves a medal. Kids are more important than exotic 100km rides or races. I've found a 30 minute ride to the shops always brightens my perspective. ALways appreciate your vlogs. My fave channel in fact.
To quote yer man Roosevelt - "Nothing in the world is worth having or worth doing unless it means effort, pain, difficulty… I have never in my life envied a human being who led an easy life. I have envied a great many people who led difficult lives and led them well."
i think u can feel and say anything you need to my brother , I'm Glad ur not amerikkkan , U sound like u have a full plate and still Reconize that your lucky , Road tires on a 2nd set is how I went , thank you sir
I'm sure the kids who stay with you will thank you for the rest of their lives. Give yourself a pat on the back 👍
If you were an influencer complaining about how hard being an influencer is, I may listen but probably wouldn’t have a lot of time for it. You’re not doing that, you’re talking about the challenges of being a carer and almost all carers feel that way… it a bloody hrs job!!
There’s a famous saying in healthcare - ‘who cares for the carers’. If people don’t look after the people looking after those in greatest need we will be in big trouble! They do an incredible hard job and often get very little support.
Vlogs are much better as honest and genuine stuff. There was a GTN video recently about mental health and suicidal ideation which was very though-provoking and much better than saving 2W from the latest sponsored bike brand!
I live in a neighbouring village to you and always happy to be a stranger listen to you voice your thoughts or go for a coffee… also happy to talk crap about saving 2W from tyre choice.
Keep the real videos coming. It’s why people listen. However, make sure you get the help and support you need. Reach out if you want an ear/coffee/hug! You’re doing one of the most challenging jobs going. You’re not moaning and if you were, you’d deserve the opportunity to do so anyway!
Wishing you well, Dave. Pls know that your videos really don't need to be universally positive. Seeing your real person's experience is much more relatable. (Also the narcissistic influencer you described _isn't_ an "American" thing, it's a geographically agnostic immaturity thing.)
Far rather have a real life vlog, thanks for this one Dave, you've chosen a hard row to hoe, it's not easy work - thank you!
Hi Dave, can you foster an adult cycling fanatic ?
That would solve your problems.
I am volunteering 😁
😂
I understand. But I think that you are just experiencing a NORMAL range of emotions. There are Highs and lows. But if you are fostering kids, surviving cancer and God knows what else, then you are going far above and beyond what most people go through in a lifetime. I don't know you, but you seem very unselfish about it. I say, "GOOD ON YOU, SIR!". I myself am struggling because I have many things going on at once and it's overwhelming and at the moment, I don't see an end to it. ... But I know there will be a time when I can slow down ... at least a little bit.