At 66 this year 2024 I have become a pensioner! So much has changed for me, yet much has stayed the same. I have learnt that I am a solo traveller, and I have realised that I am really happy this way. Being on your own does not mean you are lonely, it just means you don't need constant company. Travelling through life as a solo person can bring it's advantages and disadvantages, but I am learning how to deal with the problems that arise from being solo. I won't use the word alone, I am not alone, I just like my own company. So my channel will focus more on how to go through life as a solo traveller, hopefully this will help others who feel "alone". Thank You to all my followers for keeping me company on my travels. Lets do this together. Travelling Lite
I am seriously getting the itchy finger again guys. I think I'm going to save up and get some camping gear and look for a road to travel on my bike next year. Working is fine, loads of money etc, but I do miss the call of the road. You can't spend when you're dead!
I don't honestly know whether any bicycle seat is "comfortable". I think you just get used to it. At the moment I am doing hourly increases in my cycling so I am up to 2 and1/2 hours solid cycling at the moment. Once I get up to 4 hours I am going to look for a country trek. Dreaming of the tent and stuff again!!!
I'm doing a video about every 2 weeks, I have been busy. I am thinking of retiring from this job and going back onto agency as I really miss getting out and about.. Don't all shout at me, we only have one life and right now it seems to be hurtling along with not much fun involved. It has to be more than just about the money.
Is that an ebike? Couldn't see from the angle. They are awesome you should consider trying one. I know people think it's cheating but I just go further than I normally would. The legal limit of 250 watts is plenty even on hills it's great! Good on ya for being active it's so important for keeping healthy. 👍😎
You really need to drink lots of water , you are getting dehydrated,that's why you get headaches and cramp , coffee is not good to hydrate you it needs to be water and plenty of it x
Not in a car, a van maybe, but I am looking at bikepacking now as cars/vans etc are quite a cost to buy, run etc. I really like the thought of just bunging some stuff in a pannier or two and heading off to find a camp spot or two. I am learning all about road cycling and off road map reading at the moment. Theres something very freeing about roaming around on a bicycle.
Good luck to you girl nice to see you getting on in life looking forward to seeing your Tavels on your bike I am still out here in my van 11 years on now I am 60 still loving the freedom blessings peace Dave full time van lifer somewhere in Uk
Good to see you again. Although a word of warning, think long and hard about what you need, over the decades I've bought stuff that I regret buying, that I will never use. Thank god for Ebay to sell stuff on.
I never thought I'd say this but you genuinely seem younger, fitter and more positive than we've seen you. Plus you've dug *yourself* out of it. Good luck with the bike, looking forward to seeing your adventures! Not being nosy, but is your gear insured? Just a thought ❤
As long as the mind and the body says "Yes!" go for it. A few things like a small mirror and a few fenders will help a lot. And other bikers are willing to help along your new way(s)! Great idea...I can't wait till your heading for your first overnighter, atb, and congrats with your beautiful bike, greetings from Holland, Jan
A few people have mentioned a mirror, I'm thinking about that one. This thing about other bikers willing you along.....well actually it's really true!. Each time I stopped and messed around with my phone or map or getting a drink, anyone with a bike who came by, checked I was OK, it was really really mind blowing. I will do the same, Cyclists ( the real ones not the Just Eats/boy racers etc) are super humans.🥰
Great video love your new bike. So pleased you have seen sense in not quitting the job and going off in a camper van. I started cycling at 65 and am now 70 Thje only comment I would make is that dont you need a rear mudguard to stop your bum getting wet when it rains? The best addition Ive made to my bike is a rear view mirror. You can keep a weather eye on whats behind you all the time. Then sense of freedom is great eh? Just l.ook after yourself precious lady. Once you hit 70 the downward spiral begins. Motivation wanes and the health issues creep up on you. Eat well and stay happy.
Yeah, it's scary, not long until 70!! To those of you who are younger, if life is not racing ahead of you at the moment, it will. Don't waste it, don't waste it on a job you hate, on a tough life that can be changed or anything else that make you unhappy. Find little things that make you smile each day. Life without money is tough. so although I wouldn't change anything I have done I would have thought more about where the money is coming from before walking out on my jobs 🤣
Great! Wow - excitng! I recommend learning the best exercises for hip and ankle flexibility ( the knee iis the bottom of the hip and the top of the ankle). In the Netherlands lots of bikes have gears that are in the wheel hub at the back, and the brakes are in the wheel hubs front and back. This keep the gears clean and the brakes arent affected by wet weather. Are these common in the uk? ( The sitting position is not as forward leaning).
Our chains are not protected on most bikes, thats the bit that we have to keep clean and dirt free all the time for longevity. There are a million videos about cleaning your bike 🤣
@@travellinglite ah, yes. I'm sure your kind of gears are best at hills, too! (I rode a mountain bike around the Wirral for a long while). These Dutch bikes with gears inside the back wheel hub and brakes in both wheel hubs also have encasing around the chain too which is great for low maintenance but a big fiddly bother when you do have to adjust/ maintain the chain. Since in the city most bikes get left out in the rain, and people arent always careful around parked bikes, it s good to have its bits tucked away. Hope you're enjoying yourself !
Go on. You know you can. Only one life, gotta try these things. Start cheap. My Halfords one was about £200, has lasted me 2 years and still going stong, although has a few issues now.
just wondering why you are alla lone at Christmas hun? i thought you had mentioned that you have children, are you not in contact with them at all? or any other family? x
Brilliant news. I'm looking forward to all your new adventures. I can't get out on a bike as I'm disabled and can't now ride a bike unfortunately, but used to love bike riding. Your looking very well and a lot happier just lately as well X
Hi TL,Not my cup of tea ,I just like to take a regular bike stroll,but if that's what you like an want to do,good for you,nice seeing an hearing you on 😀
Hello! One thing you should get for your bike, is a cell phone holder. I got me one last month and I love it. I got it on Amazon and it wasn’t expensive at all, and easy to install.
Berlingos are not expensive you know I bought one 3 years ago for £2000, my daughter has it presently, to assure she can get to works if her own car fails so it’s not collecting miles and is Garage stored . You know Donna Van Senior also bought a Berlingo and goes to the Scottish Isles with her bike on the Berlingo. A friend adapted Donnas Berlingo for very little money. Sometimes Donna rides her bike to camp at Kielder Forest. You can buy double child buggies off Marketplace attach it to your bike and place your dog and camping gear in it. I am sure the lads would attach a buggy for you. Just always have a good lock, a good helmet and clothes. And definitely good visibility so that you can be seen. Enjoy !😊😊
