Hi everyone! Seems like this video has been picked up by the algorithm, so if you are new here, welcome! There are a lot of questions and as we’re riding right now I don’t have time to answer them all, but I’ll try and clear up a few of the more common ones here: *_Where is Victoria from?_* Mexico, specifically Chihuahua in the North of Mexico. *_How do you afford to do this?_* Travelling by bicycle is one of the cheapest ways to travel. Camping most nights, without any rent or bills to pay, the main expense is just food. Most cyclists on trips like this live on a budget of between 10-15 USD/day, which works out to around $300 - $500 per month of travel. I’ve even met someone doing it on $1 - $3/day ($30-$90/month!), if you are resourceful you can make it work very cheaply! I was saving up for a few years while working in London, with the soul focus of doing this trip. When I thought I had enough, I then quit my job, left everything behind and hit the road. I was fortunate not to have any serious commitments back home that I needed to stay for. I then met Victoria after 2 weeks on the bike, and a few months later we convinced each other to team up, find her a bike and fly up to Alaska, which is where this video begins. We continued mainly off my savings at first, but those quickly ran out after buying all the gear and supporting 2 people instead of just 1 (Vic didnt have the advantage of years of savings behind her). Thats when youtube picked up, and a bunch of generous people on here started to support us over on Patreon, and Tumbleweed (the company that made our bikes) stepped in to support us too! *_Why did you start so late?_* Heading up to Alaska was a VERY last minute decision, we literally decided to do this 2 weeks before we flew up there. The ideal time to start would have been a month or two earlier, but we didn't want to wait a whole year for the perfect timing. We thought that if we were speedy, we might just be able to make it in time to outrun winter. So we tried not to overthink it, flew to Alaska and got started! (Turned out we weren't very speedy) *_How will you plan to cross the Darien Gap?_* No solid plans yet, but we’ll most likely get a boat around. *_How many miles do you ride each day?_* It really depends on the terrain and how hilly it is. We like to take things easy and not stress about miles. Most days we ride somewhere between 25 - 40 miles (40-64km). Some days we struggle to even make it 15, and I think our longest was around 80. *_Are the bikes single speed?_* No, the rear wheel has an internal 14 speed hub called a ‘Rohloff’. They are not electric and are purely human powered, it just means that all the delicate parts are sealed away from the elements, making our day-to-day maintenance very minimal and drama-free. We just have to change the oil in the hub every 5000km and thats about it! It’s pretty dreamy, especially when things get muddy. Consider checking out Tumbleweeds website if you're interested! Link is in the description above *_How did you guys gain weight in the US?_* We were surprised by this too! haha. Turns out even if you are cycling most days, with a week off to edit videos here and there, you can pack on some decent calories if you are as talented at eating as we are. While the fast food in the US was fun, it’s a lot easier to find cheap, healthy (& delicious!) food here in Mexico and below, so we’re planning to eat a lot better from here on out. I hope that was helpful! I have a Q&A video on my channel that answers a few more questions if you are curious. Anyway, I hope you enjoy / enjoyed the video! Thank you for watching and for all the lovely comments. It is so nice to read them in the tent each night! (we are currently continuing on through Mexico and beyond, more videos coming very soon) - Greg

she trained for just a few weeks before attempting a wilderness cycling tour?!?!? what a badass.

Victoria's journey from bike newbie to seasoned cyclist is truly inspiring.

At 70 years of age….you have taken me back to my 30’s, and 6500 miles rambling in the lower 48. Such emotional memories of head wind, multi days of rain, heat, and cold. Thanks for awakening an old heart!❤❤❤

As a canadian, I'm so proud of the hospitality you were shown!!

I teared up as all the cyclists in Victoria's hometown showed up to support you. That was beautiful!

You know what you do with these videos? You take all that warmth and love you receive along the way and you spread it to thousands of viewers across the whole world. In these times where there's so much hatred, disagreement and divisions you make the world a slightly happier and better place. From the bottom of my heart - thank you for that. Wish you all the luck.

I clicked on it thinking I’d just watch 5-10 min. But I ended up watching the whole video. It’s beautiful to see such love/kindness

Humanity is not dead!! It truly made me emotional to see so many folks step up to the plate and offer you guys their homes and hospitality. This was a beautiful video!

Some of the most under-viewed bike content on youtube, quality was 10/10, what an epic trip

Hi everyone! We had a few extra weeks before setting back off so I thought I’d edit everything from the trip so far into one jam-packed 36 minute film. It took far more work than I thought it would, but I’m so proud of the result. I hope you like it! I have a feeling that when we’re old and frail, this is one of the videos we’ll go back and watch to remember the good times. Back on the bikes tomorrow or the next day, wish us luck!

This was a dream of my photography teacher in high school. He retired the year after he taught me and he would light up when he talked about doing this trip. He unfortunately died while riding his bike around a neighborhood just a few months after he retired. Seeing you and Victoria do this made me happy, as it's nice to see dreams become reality.

Glad the algorithm gods threw this one in my feed. GREAT video and what an awesome journey to follow along with. Love the hospitality shown along the way.

My friend, that woman is a keeper!! Don't ever let go a human being like her! ❤

This was so epic!! I'm so happy for you man - good luck to you and Victoria on the next leg of your journey. (Jack)

What made this trip the best was the fact that complete strangers took you guys in their homes and showed hospitality.

Every single time, people took care of us. That simple line brought tears to my eyes.

seeing all the strangers who helped along the way is really heartwarming! it's so easy to lose faith in humanity these days, but it's nice to see a reminder that there are still so many good people out there

My brother did this bike ride 33 years ago. He loved every moment of it. Takes a very special and unique person for this type of solitary adventure. He got into and was amongst the first kit boarders in American. He was an extraordinary human being. I miss him terribly. Keep living your best life young warrior! BTW… His name was Greg too. Gregory Boyington III. 1965-2014

That has got to be one of the nicest bike packing films I have seen. I'm looking forward to watching more of your travels.

I stumbled accross your film and couldn't stop watching it. So enjoyable to see two young people having such a wonderful adventure and meeting good people on the way. Well done, Tony age 76.

Man, I biked across Korea, which is like 500 odd kilometers and I felt top of the world. I can only imagine what this would feel like. Well done guys.

Everything about this film shines bright light on humanity. Youth, adventure, nature's beauty, love, generosity. It's a very spiritual film. Well photographed, narrated and soundtracked. It's an instant restoration of how humans can be in a terrible time when there is so much darkness and evil taking hold of this planet. Brightened up my day. It's people like you and those who helped you along your journey that restores my faith and gives us all hope for the future.

I am halfway through the video and have paused it at the part where you stayed in Cultus Lake for a week. As a life time resident of Chilliwack, I thank you for the joy you brought me, watching this video while you showcase the beautiful, kind hearted souls we have here in canada My door is always welcome to you if you ever decide to come through town. Much love -Mitch

That ride into Chihuahua with so many cyclists was so emotionally powerful. Excited to see the journey south!

I love Victoria's determination. Coming from being a newbie, to what she accomplished is incredible and inspiring. Her vulnerability and struggle through all those miles of rain, snow, heat and cold all the way to her family's home in Chihuahua was fantastic

I am just over ten minutes into this video, I adore the way you have put this together. I am so very sincerely hoping that this love story disguised as a bike ride continues for you for decades and decades and decades ever after...

Thank Mexican welcome got me all in my feelings! Amazing. This video truly warmed the soul and can serve as a reminder to those who doubt the existence of love and a common humanity. Bravo!

So, this isn’t clickbait, this is a real life modern day odyssey, man, what a legendary journey, I can’t wait for more. (Saludos a mi paisana mexicana Victoria🇲🇽)

All the cyclists welcoming Victoria home had me in tears. This was such a great adventure. Thank you for bringing us along and good luck and safe travels down to Argentina!

I cried. The hospitality of your people melts my heart. Congratulations on your wonderful journey.❤

The amount of kind people who put you up for a night or more was just amazing to see. Not to mention the amount of bears you both encountered, the rain and snow you had to endure, and the sheer cold. Props to you both, this was so cool to watch!

I’m a trucker in the U.S and you both are badass! That’s some rough terrain and temperatures. Very inspirational! Best to you both on your journey further South 👍🏻.

Victoria is always laughing, smiling and beaming! It is wonderful! She is a keeper!

As a cycling lover, I have to say that this is definitely one of the best videos I've seen on UKposts. Even the most professional documentary channel could not have made such a sincere, warm and astonishing edit. Those who are not interested in cycling may not understand what you do, but believe me, most of us who involved in this are aware of what an amazing job you have done. Victoria is simply an amazing woman and has a wonderful soul. I don't even feel the need to write about you anyway (in a good way, of course). Some people have written negative comments about Mexico, and I agree. In fact, it is one of the most beautiful countries in the world, but unfortunately the cartels incident can suddenly make the country a very dangerous place. Please take great care of yourself. Loves from Turkey.

This was one of the best videos I've seen on YT. Such great story tellers. Congratulations!

I had a huge lump in my throat and tears in my eyes the entire time watching. I am so incredibly proud of my amazingly caring and generous North American brothers and sisters 🇨🇦 🇺🇸 🇲🇽. The absolute greatest countries on this big beautiful earth 🌎. Your strength and perseverance inspire me to seek adventure and treat those on my path with the same gracious kindness 🙏 Safe travels and blessings for you both and for everyone reading this today ❤

Not only is it a remarkable journey, but you've done such a good job story-telling and editing the experience. I totally cried at the end when the family and town of Chiahuaua welcomed you! So beautiful, thanks for sharing it with us! Sending good wishes for the 2nd half!

Just stumbled on this. What an absolute delight watching your adventure. It restored my faith in humanity. Lots of smiles and tears of joy. Stay well 🇦🇺🦘

amazing storytelling you two! I couldn't help but shed a tear when you arrived in Chihuahua.. thinking of all the positively minded people you met along the way somehow conspiring so that you could be safe, sheltered, fed and somehow continue on your journey made me realize how human interactions can sometimes create a little magic. Good luck with your next adventure!

You know, the US gets a really bad wrap online, but I always see videos like these where it's so vivid and clear that the generosity of our people is beautiful and admirable, especially in places like Alaska where people live humble, community driven lives.

I have watched the journey and seeing this just leaves me in awe especially of what Victoria has done with little or no prior experience. Bravo. You are both really fun and special people and so blessed to have each other. 😊 Many thanks. And props to Daniel and Tumbleweed. You and all the people along the way, have left me laughing, smiling the entire 36 minutes. Very nice edit.

What a beautiful wholesome video! I enjoyed it so much, and I’m glad you decided to take us along! Around one whole year in about 40 minutes! Perfectly edited may I add!

This video made me cry, so many wonderful people out there. Not only that but the views were awsome. Im happy yall made it to your destination safely

Victoria, More than anything, I hope you see this. I am going through a really hard time right now. My father past away this year and I lost my job. Something you said has helped me so much to keep going. The scene where you are almost crying and talking about the worst day of riding and the headwinds. You said " sometimes life gets hard but you just have to keep peddling. " It made me cry and gave me strength. You never when what you say or do becomes a blessing to someone else. I love your attitude through all the adverse weather and crazy circustances. You kept smiling and you wanted more. I admire that very much. God bless and take care .

I was born in Guadalajara, Mexico. I came to the States when I was 4. I love my country, it's just so sad to know how dangerous some areas are. And by the way, your Spanish is very good!! I look forward to more videos. Thank You for sharing.

Thank you for sharing. I'm very excited for the both of you. Continue riding and stay safe.

So uplifting. Thank you for sharing. Im in London in the UK and have watched this over several weekend evenings with a few beers, its been a wonderfully peaceful and joyous viewing. Wishing you both all the best.

What a treat!! Thank you so much Victoria and Greg. I have watched it twice already. It seems that 36 minutes is not enough. I am looking forward to your new adventures and amazing videos. Stay safe on the road. Happy travels. Hugs from Canada.

The hospitality you guys have met brings a tear to my eye. So beautiful to see ❤ Keep the energy levels up and pedal on!!

Thank you so much to the both of you, so inspiring. Much love and safe travels.

This is absolutely incredible you guys. There is something uniquely special and heart warming watching your journey. Thank you so very much for bringing us along for the “ride”. I can’t wait to see the rest!

Such feel-good/inspirational content!! I cried like 5 times during this video🥲 The amount of hospitality you were welcomed with throughout the journey was soo heartwarming. So refreshing to see so much positivity. I bet your hearts are sooo full!

You guys make this look 100x easier than I'm sure it actually is. It's been so fun watching your adventure!!

Remarkable story, strength, persistence, commitment and you two are great. Very inspirational. Thanks for sharing. Can't wait to see more.

Been waiting for months for the next update from the both of you. Looking forward to binge watching yours and V's adventures when it finally comes. Have a safe and fun trip and take care always. God bless. From a fan in the Philippines.

What an amazing adventure. You found the perfect cycling partner, with a great energy. Well done guys 🚴

As a cyclist I salute you! What a ride!

Thank you so much for sharing this video, it's one of my favorite videos on youtube ever. It makes me happy and even tear up to see how many people are open and kind and loving and selfless, you two are really brave and the people you met along the way seemed to be incredibly welcoming and lovely

Inspirational young couple! All strength to you!

Greg & Victoria…..you brought tears to my eyes because this is so beautiful. And I see you just a few days ago posted this. What an incredible story. Wonderful of you to share this with the world and let everyone see something other than the evilness that is going on everywhere. You both had a lot of willpower to attempt this, ESPECIALLY VICTORIA! She is amazing! As you said….as you get old you will look back at this as something beautiful and special. The majority of people in the world think having lots of ‘possessions’ is what life is about but all those possessions end up being forgotten and worthless. What life is made up of is ‘experiences’ because those will never diminish being what we cherish until we die. So touching to see all the welcoming bicycler’s welcoming you to Victorias home town. This is the first video of yours I have seen and will watch many more. Keep safe! Thanks for sharing.

Thanks for sharing your voyage. Thanks to the fabulous folks at Tumbleweed for making Victoria and Greg's adventure possible.

Such an incredible trip, thank you for sharing it with us. I am looking forward to the rest of the journey.

Absolutely wonderful you guys. The fact that you documented this and shared that with us is incredible. Thank you and God bless the rest of your lives together.

I live in BC and have driven some of those stretches of highway, really drives home how massive of a journey this is. Beautiful to see so many people helping you along the way!

Wow! Just wow! Bicycling is something I absolutely love to do. As far as I'm concerned it is the best form of transportation we have ever created.

I was shown this by the algorithm too and I have a lot of thoughts but mainly this video brought a big smile on my face. What a wonderful adventure and you seem like wonderful people. Safe and happy travels!

This is so inspiring! What wonderful people along the way and what an amazing homecoming for Victoria! And so nice to watch a film that encapsulates a year’s travel. It’s nice to see updates along the way, but there’s nothing like watching a whole story

Hello you two! I cried when Victoria was greeted by welcome committee of cycles in her hometown! I've watched the beginnings of your cycling journey, is Inspiring, beautiful scenery and horrible weather!. Can't wait for both of you to resumed your cycling journey. Good luck! And have FUN!! 😊❤

What a sweet video, I was crying when you started getting places to stay from strangers. I'm Canadian, so a little biased, but I'm always caught by surprise by how welcoming people are. I've stayed on my fair share of stranger's couches!

I was close to tears so many times throughout this video because of all the kindness you recived, the challenges you overcome, the places you visited that reminded me of my own adventures and many more. I wish you guys all the best and save travels.

It's all about the people. The two of you and all the helpful folks you met along the road and who will remember you forever. I've watched dozens of epic bike packing adventures but this one stands out. Also a fantastic editing job how you managed to capture a year on the road in 36 minutes.

this man’s strava must be insane. i love how she’s always smiling too

So much incredible energy and boundless inspiration, thanks!

Congratulations, Felicidades! All the best on the next leg of your trip. 💪👍

In tears watching this. Human kindness is divine. You guys are troopers, fair play and good luck. Will share this video far and wide.

That umbleweed Bikes outfit deserves some big ups for its support of you guys AND for the obvious quality, endurance and sheer guts of its bikes lol! You guys certainly put them through their paces!

You guys are too humble and the video is really great.. hope it picks up more and more.. The generous ppl are amazing.. We still have great humans around.. Am sure others seeing this video will also do the same.. Go for it guys..

your video filled my heart. thank you both!

I didn’t think I was going to cry but seeing Victoria’s family embrace her after such a long journey brought tears to my eyes!! What a beautiful trip and wonderfully captured on video!! Loved the editing and music choices. Definitely going to be rewatching this!

This was amazing. Love how so many people opened their hearts and homes - the ending with the bikers coming out was incredible

What an incredible trip, fantastic job on editing and narrating the video. I am so grateful that you made it through Alaska and California without any bear issues. Good luck on the next leg of your journey.

this is so empowering - to see people coming together to help people. You guys are STRONG! keep it up!

It was so heart-warming watching this adventurous couple. The many people that were courteous to them, I am sure made their journey much more pleasurable. Thanks for sharing.

This brought tears to my eyes. My late father who passed from cancer a few months ago rode his bike from the Oregon coast to Boston right after finishing architectural school. We still have the paper map with the outline of his passage. His stories will forever be in my memory. I am so glad you did this!

I had toyed with walking from Alaska to Argentina myself, so it's fun to watch this. What a lovely and up beat companion you had joining you. That would certainly lighten your journey.

You are so lucky to have encountered such a beautiful and courageous woman. Cherish her well.

What a beautiful thing to do and after only knowing each other for 1 month. You put a smile on my face. Life's not easy for some of us, and I thank both you for including me on your adventure. You guys Rock!

I cried! What an amazing journey, it makes you want to just move and explore and see life unfolding!

All the world's hats off to you for your bravery and perseverance and willingness to go on on your special journey. Ride safe both of you 😊

That homecoming brought literal tears to my eyes! And that montage of human kindness was epic! I loved this, thank you!

Thank you for sharing this incredible video. I found myself moved to tears multiple times, not only by the kindness of strangers and the beauty of the world you're cycling through but also by your unwavering perseverance and courage. Victoria appears to be a shining beacon of light, and it must be a true delight to embark on this extraordinary journey with such a beautiful, kind, brave, and warm-hearted individual. Wishing you both the best of luck, and eagerly anticipating the recap from Mexico to Argentina!

Wow amazing! You guys are so brave for doing this. Someone I knew attempted to bike the same route but was unfortunately struck by a pickup truck in Oregon after 4 months and passed away from her injuries. RIP Nathalie

Being born and raised in British Columbia, im very glad to see you had such a welcoming time here, sorry for the snow.

so proud to be canadian and proud of my fellow canadians who stepped up to help you all...🥰

This was AMAZING. Just came up on my recommended feed and was glued to your story and editing! Best of luck to you both and can't wait for the next part!

unfathomable respect!! amazing job and good luck riding the continent!

omg man, this is so beautiful! cheers to both of you guys for a wonderful life ahead

Wow, I don't post much here, but I'was so happy when I saw the name of Iohan Gueorguiev at the begining of the video. I'm glad his odyssey is not dead with him. Feel like this guy inspired a lot of us. He was good to share a lot of feels through his video and filming and so are you. I will follow your trip as much as I followed him. What you are doing with your bicycles is amazing and thanks for sharing that with all of us ! It's not easy everyday on the road, but hell it can be magnificent. Nice video, a lot of respect to both of you !

What you two did was truely incredible! You DID what we ALL want to DO! It had me in tears at the end of the video, seeing all the love and support! Reminds me of my adventureous days and my adventurous heart. Life is amazing! I hope the both of you remain life long friends! Thank you for sharing your amazing adventure!