Cycling Iceland: Conquering the Elements

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From the get-go we are at the mercy of the relentless Icelandic wind. Riding into the Westfjords means breathtaking landscapes and vistas but also the seemingly endless ins and outs of the fjords. Wind & Fjords = Hard Work! After a brutal day of cold headwind we get lucky and find a hidden gem camping to shelter in the most relaxing and typical way...
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@WheelstoWander Год назад

We knew Iceland was going to be a demanding place to ride. It certainly was and still we enjoyed every bit of it. We are already talking about the next time we want to visit. A pretty good indication of having a good time we think. Do you have a place like that you want to revisit sooner than later? Thanks for watching & Have a great day, E&M

@user-xu8it2bp5m Год назад

Вы такие отчаянные ребята,там ведь сильный холод.Настоящие герои.

@taksobiecom Год назад

Ahhh the wind in Iceland... the biggest enemy while riding there. It blew me away, with my bicycle and panniers, from the road right into a ditch.

@user-tg4kj4we2s Год назад

“ it’s just life , but on a bike “ - love it !

@WheelstoWander Год назад

😊

@CanadianSledDog Год назад

Maudi the simple clarity of your narration was so beautiful. Anything you said in this could go on at shirt! Truly words to live by. E&M you are my favorite bikers right now.

@reeceholmes8546 Год назад

thanks guys, Iceland is not for the faint hearted, raw nature is humbling and beautiful

@mikedooley8347 Год назад

Food, water and shelter……. That’s all we need 😀

@WheelstoWander Год назад

Haha, most of the time 😉 I love a movie or nice fire from time to time...

@martinsmith6042 Год назад

Headwinds... What can one do other than ride? You exemplified that, and with positive attitudes! I'm sure there was plenty off frustration (off camera), but you presented the "real side" of cycle touring, while also sharing how to get through the difficulties and appreciate the experience. Thanks!

@peterlindsay8235 Год назад

I was so envious when you said that life becomes simpler with the focus being on food, shelter and water with the noise of the world being lost to your journey. Whether intended or not that comment was so profound and really gives bike touring a purpose👍

@BluecollarBackcountry Год назад

I've cycled for days in wind where I had to pedal downhill but maybe not like what you had to endure. You two are tough! I bet it's hard sometimes to appreciate the beauty when your being beat down so hard. That heated hut must have been really wonderful. Great episode ✌

@WheelstoWander Год назад

Sounds not to far of from our experience! Yes, it's tough at times but the good times far outweigh the downsides. Thanks & All the best, E&M

@ozdemirakin8585 Год назад

‘It’s just life but on a bike’: thank you for sharing your feelings and keeping it real. And thank u for letting us be part of your adventures that most of us cannot even dream of doing.

@yellowbicycleartstudio8974 Год назад

You guys are awesome! In spite of the hardships you will cherish the memory of this adventure for the rest of your lives. Hang in there and thank you for sharing your grand adventure!

@WheelstoWander Год назад

Thank you for the nice words 😊 All the Best, E&M

@ansona705 Год назад

Who needs Netflix and Chill when you’ve got RU-vid and Thrill with Eric and Maudi, the world and the internets most amazing couple! 🥰. I started on your very first episode over Christmas and have watched every video up to this one. Finally, up to date! I’ll be anxiously awaiting every new video from here on. :)

@WheelstoWander Год назад

Thanks for the amazing compliment Anson 😊 It is really cool to hear you are enjoying the videos so much! Next one in the making... All the best, E&M

@Bernhard20Zoll Год назад

Hello Maudi, exactly what you said at the end of the video is what comes across so strongly in your videos. Thank you both for the many beautiful moments, Bernhard

@rabh6746 Год назад

Those winds were brutal, you guys really deserved that awesome shelter and the hot tub to recuperate👍I'm glad you caught a break with the weather eventually and those views were just breathtaking👌Fantastic video guys, I know that must have been so incredibly hard to film!

@jenniferself8673 Год назад

Love your positivity, even when the going is tough! A real inspiration! 💕

@WheelstoWander Год назад

Thank you Jennifer 😊 Wishing you all the Best, E&M

@thegroove2000 Год назад

Food, water and shelter. Less stress. How life should be. Thanks.

@WheelstoWander Год назад

Simplicity is a powerful key! All the best, E&M

@pikijuiyii777 Год назад

You may not conquer the elements, but you can flow with it. Awesome high quality video like always. ❤️

@WheelstoWander Год назад

Thanks Mike 😊 All the Best, E&M

@Bikepacking Год назад

Brilliant as always but that wind is mad

@WheelstoWander Год назад

Thanks 😊 Haha, yeah it sure was! All the best, E&M

@dougieranger Год назад

That was pretty epic. Last time I was in Iceland, one of the locals told me the country should really be called Windland.

@WheelstoWander Год назад

Haha, Great name! We agree 😅 All the best!!

@dougieranger Год назад

@@WheelstoWander Slàinte. 🥃

@MatHall Год назад

Ah guys that episode was just magic. No words 🫶

@WheelstoWander Год назад

Thanks Matt 🙏🏼 All the best from us!!

@GZbike456 Год назад

'A Battle Against the Elements' f. yeah!

@WheelstoWander Год назад

😉

@rikagroenewold1491 Год назад

Eric en Maudi, Alle vlogs van jullie achter elkaar bekeken. Prachtige reis die jullie hebben gedaan. Bijna bij de nieuwste.

@kaylaquaqualezzi711 Год назад

Beautiful is iceland😲... The water, mountains and the birds singing... Awesome video, why so much wind? Cook together, it makes the togetherness more special... I love to see the way and what you cook... Your camp sights are beautiful... I love your bike set-ups... Always protect your face and lungs from the cold winds... Wow, how many KLM per hour is the wind... We did a bike trip of 74 KLM... Thank you for sharing your cooking tips...

@michaelhawkins7995 Год назад

Blown away by this one E&M! 😁. Once more many thanks for a true representation of touring. Magnificent filming/editing,and scenery. Just wow!. Fantastic determination in very difficult conditions, and I agree absolutely it is like a form of meditation returning us to simpler ways. Tail winds! x

@TomSkulander Год назад

Congratulations Guys on another great video production. There's no hiding in those winds. Always heartwarming to see the love between you two. Take care.

@petergarner Год назад

Another amazing video. What an epic adventure. And Maudi, your words at the end-a sentiment that all cycle tourists recognize-just tied the whole video up in a beautiful bow. Thanks, as always for sharing your adventures. Stay safe!

@robertmiller7401 Год назад

As a long-time watcher of Wheels to Wander I could pick many things that make the channel unique, especially how you convey a sense of magic and true appreciation of beauty, where many just don't really feel those things. Regarding this video, Maudi's direct and honest words at the end are so appreciated. Great videos for lots of reasons - thank you both.

@welshbikepackingadventures Год назад

Amazing guys, you are king and queen of bikepacking

@WheelstoWander Год назад

Thanks for the nice compliment 😊 All the Best, E&M

@theskids6 Год назад

This could be your most spectacular video yet. Wonderful stuff, thank you so much! I can cope with rain, but headwinds are the worst, really saps your energy and spirit, but you two almost seem to be enjoying it! Some great drone shots too - I'm surprised it could fly in that wind.

@sandraderby1628 Год назад

Thank you for sharing your adventures!! The scenery is breathtaking.

@WheelstoWander Год назад

Thank you Sandra 😊 Iceland is amazing! Best wishes, E&M

@tonydownunder5703 Год назад

Just finished watching all your episodes up to now 👍👍👍👍👍 Yes I’m now up to date 🤗🤗. Wow, What a bloody incredible adventure you both have done and still are doing 💪💪💪💪💪💪💪 It just keeps getting better and better. Let me say to the little lady, You rock 💪 you really do 💪💪💪. When you both get to Australia 🇦🇺 (Victory) Look me up, Your adventures adventure will start then 🤗🤗 Stay safe and see you both in the next video and Thank you both for the hard work you both put in to make these videos and travel around on push bikes. Your both just incredible 👍

@WheelstoWander Год назад

Hi Tony! Thank you so much for your words of praise and the enjoyment you had with our videos. Australia would be great to explore some day. Best wishes, E&M 😊

@cyclocrossthesea-lionman1824 Год назад

You guys are hardcore ❤️

@WheelstoWander Год назад

Thanks 😊 All the Best, E&M

@dennismurray703 Год назад

Another superb video, what an epic adventure you guys are sharing with us. That wind was just off the scale! A wonderful closing scenery clip with I think Maudi cycling through a landscape that was just jaw-droppingly awesome. Great music selection as well. 👏👌

@WheelstoWander Год назад

Thanks so much Dennis 😊 Really happy to hear you liked it so much! All the Best, E&M

@user-pr5sz1ty3t Год назад

You are a wonderful couple! Wonderful country Iceland and a wonderful bike ride. I have already been to this country and now my dream is also to ride a bike like you. Good luck on the road and new adventures!

@davesolobiker5601 Год назад

Headwinds the cyclists nemesis , FairPlay for battling through. That was a great place to stop with heated floor and the added bonus of a well earned hot tub 👍 Stunning location with lovely quiet roads .

@mysurlytrucker7510 Год назад

You guys are machines its often beautiful but also difficult be safe.

@WheelstoWander Год назад

Thanks David 😊 Hope you are well!! All the Best, E&M

@artgeo35 Год назад

Nice great super perfect power boom wow... I want

@WheelstoWander Год назад

😊 Enjoy & All the best!

@My-bike_My-world 5 месяцев назад

Thank you for sharing this nice video😍😍

@WheelstoWander 5 месяцев назад

Thanks 🙏🏼😊

@johnhill9504 Год назад

I’m glad to see such honesty and frankness as far as the weather! I’ve seen other videos of Iceland, and although I know the weather there can change in an instant, it’s refreshing to see you just be honest about it! :-)

@WheelstoWander Год назад

Thank you John! Your feedback is always appreciated. Best wishes from us!

@KR-he7mm Год назад

Beautiful video, love what you do....keep up the good work!

@johangeens1673 Год назад

wooooooooooooooow 😍😍😍😍👌👌👌👍👍👍👍 zo mooi 😍 dank u 😉

@WheelstoWander Год назад

Dank je wel Johan 😊 Groet van ons!!

@Hootyhoo-jq9vq Год назад

Please come to America and hike one of our long trails. I would love your perspective on such an adventure. I think that it would be a lot of fun.

@sonjamarchello9625 Год назад

Awesome video and views are fantastic. Loved it!!

@panchoxbrr301 Год назад

Well done, I understand Iceland to be tough to bike and maybe one day I'll get to try it. Keep on keepin' on.

@berniestocks Год назад

Chapeau!

@WheelstoWander Год назад

Merci 😊

@danearl8607 Год назад

This makes Wales look like a walk in the park.

@WheelstoWander Год назад

Haha, yes it kinda did 😅

@ck7642 Год назад

What a great video!! Mahalo!!

@WheelstoWander Год назад

Thanks CK 😊 All the Best, E&M

@apaul1305 Год назад

Congratulations for you two brave cyclists for your courage on this trip! I am happy you could enjoy also some relaxing moments like in the hot bath tube! Safe travels for you in 2023!

@lukespack Год назад

I bet the Vikings would have loved the hot tub? If this was summer, how much worse would the winter be? Stay warm.🥰

@WheelstoWander Год назад

We hear winter is absolutely brutal 😳 Warm as we speak! All the best, E&M

@verenacharmine6335 Год назад

Ohhh how happy I was for you when you sat in that truly deserved hot tub! As always, thank you for sharing your thoughts and impressions

@WheelstoWander Год назад

Thank you Verena 😊 I was wonderful! Best wishes, E&M

@barryconway Год назад

Nice to catch up with you - thank you for sharing (o:

@WheelstoWander Год назад

Thank you too Barry! All the best, E&M

@saddlestories_at Год назад

Amazing video, loved every second of it. Incredible wind you had to face 😮 For me (A), strong wind is the most scary thing of all. But the uphill with the tailwind was just mind blowing. Never experienced that ourselves! Thanks for showing us Iceland with all its beauty and difficulties! Take care!

@Onroulelaboule Год назад

Love your adventure. thanks you for sharing all of it. Wish you the best for 2023! xxx

@jellyartist Год назад

Classic Wheels to Wander episode! Great adventure and filming. well done guys.

@patrickdm Год назад

You guys are amazing. I've also seen all your episodes from "cycling the world" and that was really amazing. I'm only 13 but one day, I'll certainly travel round the world too. Keep it up. Groeten uit België Patrick

@WheelstoWander Год назад

Hi Patrick! Great to hear you are enjoying the videos :) We wish you all the very best for your upcoming adventures around the world 🍀 E&M

@slimanehabib6923 Год назад

It is always a pleasure to see you you are amazing what you are doing is wonderful thanks for sharing it with us you are my favorite you both are heros bravo eric and maudi your fan from north africa

@WheelstoWander Год назад

Thank you Slimane 😊 North Africa is on our radar... Best wishes, E&M

@omare_biketonature Год назад

Tough ride! Awesome video as always, happy new year guys!

@WheelstoWander Год назад

Thanks Omare 😊 You too, All the best, E&M

@analaya2080 Год назад

Les sigo y les felicito desde VENEZUELA EL ETERNO LES ACOMPAÑE siempre

@WheelstoWander Год назад

Muchos Gracias Ana 😊 Saludos, E&M

@Mokkel73 Год назад

The hue of the light inside that tent is really nice. I really dislike the yellow from i.e Hilleberg because of the light.

@WheelstoWander Год назад

Thanks, we do like it too 😊

@ianmatlock1 Год назад

Great video as always. Love your positive attitude, even when its grimm. Amazed you could get your drone to fly when it was so windy. PS my favourite places to go back to are Taiwan and France (also Scotland - some of which Iceland reminded me of)

@tonystone3397 Год назад

Great stuff, keep you the great work.

@WheelstoWander Год назад

Thanks Tony 😊 All the best, E&M

@AndresBikeTour Год назад

Interesting channel and great videos! Best regards André

@WheelstoWander Год назад

Thank you André! Best wishes, E&M

@keefmillard Год назад

Team velo ,your smashing it with this video series 🙏🏽 Great work & credit to you both and your stell machines fully loaded…. Wishing you good strength. Thank you for your work 👌🏽

@martinoosthuizen5175 Год назад

I know that windy feeling!! 😂 Love your videos.

@WheelstoWander Год назад

Haha, good to have some companion 😊 Thanks & All the best, E&M

@myronkrysko4059 Год назад

Just raw beauty really can't experience it any other way then on a bike good for you guys keep videos coming it's like being there with you two. Namaste

@TheTreborMedia Год назад

cool

@clivespicer7763 Год назад

Fantastic video, thank you for sharing. Happy New Year to you both.

@WheelstoWander Год назад

Thanks Clive, for you as well!! Best wishes, E&M

@mikekilburn3552 Год назад

That wind would have been my kryptonite

@WheelstoWander Год назад

It was a tough one Mike! Hope you have some nice tailwind 🍀

@travellingsoul_puneeth Год назад

Good to see wide landscape & Maudi s strength of pushing🫡. As always you're videos are inspiring for me. I pray in God to travel more by giving strength and wealth to both of you. Take care Eric & Maudi brother ❤️❤️

@WheelstoWander Год назад

Thank you so much for your kind words Punith 😊🙏🏼 As always the very best for you as well! E&M

@davidp7414 Год назад

The editing was brilliant. Your production is fantastic. I really see growth here over time. Thank You

@WheelstoWander Год назад

Thanks so much David 🙏🏼 All the Best, E&M

@thegroove2000 Год назад

Very inspiring. Seeing such incredible sights that nature has to offer. Got to take the rough with the smooth. You cant rally appreciate the positives without experiencing the negatives. Well done to you both. Living the life.

@WheelstoWander Год назад

Thanks 😊 Best wishes, E&M

@PumpkinVillage Год назад

That Icelandic wind is brutal and add in the black grit from the volcanos it makes for a different experience. The nature thou is so outstanding it all balances out in the end. We loved the geo thermal heat there. Thanks for the video and take care, AL

@WheelstoWander Год назад

Lovely to hear your Icelandic perspective! The hot pools are the best :) Thanks & Best wishes, E&M

@henksanders6621 Год назад

Hi guys, unbelievable, this trip. Although you decided yourselves to do this we really feel sorry for you sometimes travelling in these weatherconditions. Crazy. But....again fabulous footage of this magnificent country. In 2006 we travelled around by car and hiked a week in the center. Good luck Henk & Lucie.

@catchyoulater.5836 Год назад

Your having to work hard against those winds, and other elements but amazing video. Well done, and thanks for continuing to share the trip.

@WheelstoWander Год назад

Happy to read you enjoyed it 😊 Thanks

@marksadventures3889 Год назад

Hardcore cycling. What a beautiful unspoiled place, love it.I have to go now, although I'm not sure I'd be cycling unless if I get a recumbent bike with assist- camping of course.

@weedhopp Год назад

Absolutely beautiful The wind was brutal keep persevering!

@weedhopp Год назад

Thank you so much ❤️ 😊

@WheelstoWander Год назад

Thank you Weedhopp! It sure was 😅 All the best, E&M

@weedhopp Год назад

@@WheelstoWander you are welcome as always 😊 ❤

@sanjibdura5829 Год назад

Namaste from Nepal🇳🇵

@WheelstoWander Год назад

🙏🏼 Thank you Sanjib! Best wishes, E&M

@user-cs9ok3de1w Год назад

what a great video!! from japan

@WheelstoWander Год назад

Thank you 😊 All the Best, E&M

@danahsutton101 Год назад

When I was a kid I thought if you went to Iceland you were frozen immediately! It still looks pretty cold. I plan to do this ride in the summer only.

@WheelstoWander Год назад

Love that beautiful child naiveté! This was summer so we hope when you go it's a bit better... 🍀

@paulwilliams8588 Год назад

Well done

@WheelstoWander Год назад

Thanks Paul 😊 All the Best, E&M

@paulwilliams8588 Год назад

@@WheelstoWander 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿💪

@odiatravellerr Год назад

my favourite travel couples ever, thank you so much for all these amazing view. I wish i could meet you both one day. Thank you so much dear sir and madam, I appreciate your work, you both are unbilievable. I love you 3000. Take care.... God bless You both

@WheelstoWander Год назад

Thank you Sunil for your kind words 😊 Wishing you all the best, E&M

@odiatravellerr Год назад

@@WheelstoWander Lots of love ❤️❤️❤️ from INDIA 🇮🇳

@WheelstoWander Год назад

Thank you 😊

@alethearobinson8132 Год назад

Stunning video of the scenery. You really captured the stark, raw beauty of Iceland. And those winds. I could just feel them with Maudi's narration. Was it tempting to stay an extra day at the camping hut with a heated pool?🤗 Safe travels

@annatomalik9958 Год назад

❤

@WheelstoWander Год назад

😊

@AmbientWalking Год назад

It is my dream to travel across Iceland!

@WheelstoWander Год назад

We hope you will get to do that some day 🍀

@AmbientWalking Год назад

@@WheelstoWander Thanks!

@laurentropital4739 Год назад

Hey, what an amazing country is Iceland. when did you goes there? did you missed the volcanic eruption? i did a bickpacking travel in the south this summer, best holidays ever. Love your works, thx for everything

@gft01 Год назад

Weer een prachtige video.dat hebben jullie echt wel onder de knie👊ook niet overdreven mooi gemaakt ofzo

@WheelstoWander Год назад

Dank je voor het mooie compliment Alex! Groet

@matt281075 4 месяца назад

👌👍

@WheelstoWander 4 месяца назад

Thanks Matt 😊 Best wishes, E&M

@elvarorn76 Год назад

Thanks for this nice video. I´m from Iceland but hevent done any bikepacking or touring in Iceland so far :). Me and my wife are doing the eurovelo 15 this summer

@WheelstoWander Год назад

Thank you Elvar! The Eurovelo 15 should be a great experience, enjoy! ...but you should definitely check out what Iceland has to offer, it's otherworldly!!

@elvarorn76 Год назад

@@WheelstoWander yes I,ve done lot's of one day tours all around iceland. :) now it's -17c so Im dreaming of the warm and sun

@andrifsig Год назад

People do not come here for the weather :) I have always advised people who come here for bicycle touring to plan for any eventuality and dont adhere to a strict schedule. Weather and nature will usually make a huge dent in your schedule anyways so be ready for that. Whenever I am biketouring here then I always look at the forecast three times a day and make adjustments where needed. Sure I have had to cycle through a storm but if I can avoid it, then I will. Glad to see that you enjoyed your trip here and hopefully you will be able to visit again and explore more. PS. I just ordered myself a fatbike to go on overnighters and short weekend trips during winter here and to tackle the highlands during summer. Hopefully it will arrive soon :)

@WheelstoWander Год назад

That is sound advise! A fatbike should be great out in the wilds there, enjoy!! Hope to be back soon... All the best, E&M

@bike-and-travel Год назад

👍

@WheelstoWander Год назад

😊

@josephfredbill Год назад

I love your videos. I have done some very mild touring but not as much as you guys. I am not so young now (70) but always toyed with the idea of cycling round Iceland - I may manage before the ill-health of age gets me, but meanwhile I drool over your videos. Is there mobile signal in north iceland (for Internet) ? If I had my life again I would do what you are doing while Im young - you are also so lucky to enjoy this kind of thing together.

@WheelstoWander Год назад

We hope you will get to make your dream come true Joseph! If I remember correctly sometimes there is and sometimes there isn't. Thanks so much 🙏🏼 we are certainly enjoying our lucky endeavours. All the best, E&M

@mycycling3448 Год назад

do your faces get chapped from the wind? what are you doing to prevent it? thank you for the great videos.

@WheelstoWander Год назад

Thank you too! We have some chapstick for our lips and sometimes some we use some shea butter on our skin. It's not to bad for us. All the best, E&M

@danielholman7225 Год назад

I didn’t think I’d like the Island video but it’s really pretty. Sorry about the wind. I see you guys picked up quilted jackets, just alike - you’re twins.

@WheelstoWander Год назад

Nice! It is a very special place to be. Being Dutch we are used to a little bit of wind 😉

@dave-874 Год назад

I have always oorwarmers with me on fiets travels.

@WheelstoWander Год назад

Ah, nice! We also like to keep our ears warm with a buff and/or thin beanie!

@BicinViaggio Год назад

It is hard to admit, but as Italians we split the pasta as well, but shhh say no one LOL 😅

@WheelstoWander Год назад

Haha, we won't tell anybody 😉 All the best, E&M

@danfedder1 Год назад

Great edit job. Do you find the drone shots take a lot of time out of your riding time? I also love your map animations Can you tell me what you are using for them?

@gonzalovilaseca Год назад

What tent did you use? did it hold up? (asking as I'm planning on traversing the highlands next summer)

@sfinnera1 Год назад

When did you film this guys? What month did you go? 😮

@professorgraves2926 Год назад

Prince Eric the Calm, and Maudi, the Tower of Power. You need at least 100,000 subs - c'mon everybody! Click the subscribe button. Your cinematography is top-notch, your philosophy is plain and beautiful. I get to live more through you.

@WheelstoWander Год назад

Thank you for your lovely word mr. Graves 🙏🏼. E&M

@professorgraves2926 Год назад

@@WheelstoWander and thank you for giving us hope here in these "dark 2020s"