Join me as I cycle the length of Britain from Land’s End to John O’Groats (LEJOG). Watch the full series here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL83KD3IfbaBU1_VUwUi73T1nd7xEUgyiD
This was a solo unsupported bikepacking adventure, and I carried everything that I needed on the bike: tent, sleeping bag, food, spare kit…
This was my version of bike touring and wild camping across the UK, no backup plan, just 10 days, 1,000 miles (1,600km), and a goal to ride around 100 miles a day and find somewhere to pitch each night.
Sounds simple, right? It wasn’t. From tough weather to camping fails, this trip was full of surprises, especially before I even reached Scotland.
This is the first episode in a 5-part series from an adventure that completely changed how I see cycling. I hope it inspires you to take on your own ride , whether that’s LEJOG, a weekend tour, or something even bigger.
👇 Let me know in the comments if you’ve ridden LEJOG, or plan to!
🎥 Watch the full series here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL83KD3IfbaBU1_VUwUi73T1nd7xEUgyiD
👍 Like + subscribe if this ride speaks to you — there’s more on the way.
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🎵 Music via Clipchamp:
• Sunshine
• Perfect Wave
• Somewhere in the Mountains
• Lofibeat in London
11 Comments
Nice video. Some really useful packing items I noticed on your bike. Keep up the good work Russ 😎
Nicely done, good videography, you must post the others in this series Russ!
I’m attempting LEJOG next may/june. Watching videos like this only motivate me more. I would be interested in what you packed.
I have watched it 😅
Such an epic journey and wild camping too!! Great to watch and looking forward to the follow ups, well done and good luck😊
Enjoyable watch! Laughed out loud when you said you were ‘lost for words’! Never! 😂
Your video started the ‘shall we do LEJOG again’ conversation
Enjoying your channel Russ. When are you moving? I must try and get a Mav’s ride (post Boston) before you go.
Awesome video Russ!
I’d love to do it but to me tents are for when there’s been a disaster to put survivors in. BBs for me 🤣🤣🤣
Thanks for the video @Russ. I’m planning a 14-day version at the back end of August. My bikepacking setup will probably add 6-7kg. Any recommendations for gear ratio setup? It’s the thing I’m most paranoid about. I normally ride (commuting and Sunday commute cycles without bike packing gear) with a 40T chainring and 11-42T cassette. How much should I drop that chainring by?