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    I Rode My Bike To The Northernmost City In The World



    Tromsø, the northernmost city in the world would act as the halfway point of my bikepacking trip toward the North Cape. Located about 400 km (250 miles) north of the Arctic Circle, it was the perfect place for me to stop for a while before I entered the second more remote part of my journey to my end destination, Nordkapp.

    My Gear List For My Bikepacking Trip To The North Cape

    Bike:
    Kona Sutra (2016)

    Panniers:
    Ortlieb Ultimate 6 Handlebar Bag
    2 x Ortlieb Back-Roller Plus 20L https://amzn.to/40eKsf2
    2 x Ortlieb Front-Roller Plus 12,5L

    Clothes:
    Adidas Adilette Flip Flops – https://amzn.to/40eKFyQ
    Haglöfs Scree Rain Pant
    Haglöfs Esker Rain Jacket
    Craft Velo Convert Jacket
    Amazon Basics 4 Piece Packing Travel Organizer Cubes Set – https://amzn.to/3Rfd3wF
    Forclaz Merino Wool T-Shirt
    Nike Mens Dri-FIT Short Sleeve Polo Shirt – https://amzn.to/3j2aq1w
    Padded MTB Shorts
    Helly-Hansen Men’s LIFA Merino Crew – https://amzn.to/2YJ5bfQ
    Helly-Hansen Men’s Merino Pant – https://amzn.to/3RhYZm9
    Columbia Silver Ridge Convertible Pants – https://amzn.to/3jalGfE
    2 Pair of Socks https://amzn.to/40dU4H6
    Merino Underwear – https://amzn.to/3XRU9hZ
    Merino Wool Buff – https://amzn.to/409sYkd
    Merino Wool Beanie
    Giro Fixture Mips Helmet – https://amzn.to/3XKHsoZ
    Science In Sport Water Bottle – https://amzn.to/3WLLsV9
    Northwave Cycling Shoes
    Sunglasses

    Cooking Gear:
    Primus Ets Express Stove + Cookset
    2 Primus Gas Canisters (230g)
    Sea To Summit X Mug – https://amzn.to/3Hg7GJ1
    Light My Fire Spork – https://amzn.to/3Dncn2J
    Thermacell Backpacker

    Tools:
    Lezyne HV Bicycle Hand Pump – https://amzn.to/3lHxnJc
    Park Tool VP-1Vulcanizing Patch Kit – https://amzn.to/409NhOC
    Crankbrothers M19 Multi-Tool – https://amzn.to/3j0A86D
    Squirt Long Lasting Dry Lube – https://amzn.to/3iWqYIf
    CTC Plastic Bag + packaging
    Inner Tube – https://amzn.to/3Dq1oFP
    Bike Lock – https://amzn.to/3HHcWqs

    Toiletries:
    Toothbrush
    Toothpaste
    Shaving Gel
    Mach 3 Razor – https://amzn.to/3j2bYsm
    Contact Lens Case
    Travel Schampoo bottle

    Camping Equipment:
    Naturehike Cloud Up 2 Tent – https://amzn.to/3aA1MTp
    Sea To Summit Collapsible Backpack – https://amzn.to/3RvanLP
    Aegismax UL Down Sleeping Bag – https://amzn.to/3BVCStv
    Aegismax Nano 2 Ultralight Sleeping Bag – https://amzn.to/3RcZcqR
    Sea To Summit Reactor Insulated Sleeping Bag Liner – https://amzn.to/409RLVs
    Nemo Tensor Insulated Sleeping Pad – https://amzn.to/3Y98qGC
    Nabaji Microfibre Towel L – https://amzn.to/3Y3KDbh

    Electronics
    Samsung S20 – https://amzn.to/3Y544jR
    Dji Mavic Pro Drone – https://amzn.to/3FKsVBk
    GoPro Hero7 Black – https://amzn.to/3JoetTC
    Canon G7X Mark II – https://amzn.to/3XO7lnY
    Zoom H1N Recorder – https://amzn.to/409ewZA
    Rode Smartlav+ Lavalier – https://amzn.to/3RcZcqR
    2 Anker PowerCore 20000 mAh – https://amzn.to/3JpPxvg
    Bag Of Cables and Extra Batteries

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    39 Comments

    2. 6 cordes 2 roues on

      Your videos are top notch, among the best biking videos on YT, so it's difficult to criticize anything 🙂 I could just say that the style of biking videos could do with some sort of refreshment, for instance by stopping "unnatural" shots, the ones we all know are artificial (like passing shots, pretending there's no camera), finding other ways to film, less like TV (but easier said than done!).

    3. Terrierized on

      Hi Mike
      We love your way of filming yourself riding past the camera, even if it's time consuming
      The botanical garden in Tromso looks beautiful
      Can't wait to see how you fared with the wet weather ❄️
      Many thanks from Downunder

    7. Phill Cubed on

      Many thanks again Mike – beautiful and interesting. Yes, the variety of camera angles you use helps make each video more interesting and enjoyable. From Tromsø you travelled roads I had not seen, so that was interesting too.

    8. hans on

      Nice footage Mike, as usual.
      Btw, do you have some tips for a good mosquito spray or lotion? I saw that thermacell you showed us in one of your videos but i prefer a spray.

    14. Luis C on

      Amazing stuff Mike! I really need to start travelling like this…Can you kindly give us an idea of the total weight of your bike (plus all the stuff) on a trip like this?

    18. Dona De Smaele on

      First your filming is top, I like it a lot, the passing by shots are nice to see. Thank you for all this work making the films. The scenery is just stunnig. And takig advantage of a tailwind is a great when cycling, it is relaxing and you can cover a longer distance. Lookig forward to see the next stage.

    19. Joe Stafford on

      Another great video Mike – definitely worth the effort you put into filming them! I've been to Norway a few times, but never made it that far north – your videos are making me want to go!

    20. WannaGoBiking on

      Another gem of a video Mike! Was just about to comment on your good fortune in regards to the weather, but I'll wait for the next one.. 😮

    28. Goeran Baeckblom on

      Thank you Mike for posting your beautiful and tranquil videos! While Tromsø might be the most northern city in the world, I think Hammerfest (Norway) is the most northern town in the world. Looking forward to all your future releases!

    31. john leenane on

      Love the way you do your videos. I think this video has the most beautiful views of any YouTube video I’ve ever watched. Just breathtaking. Well done you 👍

    32. That Travelling Guy on

      You have inspired me me to cycle to Norway. What season was this? What time period of the year? I could take 3 weeks off from work, so what time of the year would be the best for cycle touring. I use the TREK 520 for my tours.

    35. rechuckg on

      i had watched this last week and needed a second helping today. Another excellent report and as always your videography and scripting are wonderful. Your effort really shows through. Thanks for sharing.

    36. Bike Touring Nature on

      Hej! Blir verkligen sugen på att åka till Norge nu. Jag undrar hur du gör med drönarbilderna. Var ska man skicka och få dem godkända. I Sverige har vi ju lantmäteriet som man ska skicka till men när det gäller Norge hittar jag inget när jag googlar runt. Det står ingenstans att man måste skicka in materialet. Nästan så att jag tror att det inte behövs något spridningstillstånd i Norge. Försökt att få info från norska kartverket men hittade inget där.

    37. Mikko RTW on

      Mike your videos are incredible, even your musical choices fit so well! I'm heading to Norway soon and these videos are the best preparation I could ever hope for because bicycle touring is mostly about positive attitude and enthusiasm, and I'm getting that from you!

      What trips have you planned for this year?

      -Greetings from Finland 🙂

    38. Rlaplante73 on

      Amazing footage. Though a lot of work required on your part, the various ride shots, to we the viewer, really enriches the experience. Thank you!

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