The Hardest Race On Earth - A Tour Divide Film
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- čas přidán 23. 08. 2023
- Join me as I take on the Tour Divide, a 4,300km unsupported bike race that will test you in every way imaginable. The Tour Divide follows the GDMBR and Continental Divide across Canada and the US, and explores some of the most beautiful places in North America, but that doesn't come without challenges.
Thank you to Hunt Bikes and POC for helping to make this journey possible, having a great team behind you makes the world of difference.
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A wonderful document of this ride. I did it in 2022 and it was the hardest physical thing I've done in my life. I related to the ups and downs you experienced. What shocked me with this film was that you actually had the energy and where-with-all to actually film it. It was all I could do to keep going sometimes, and to take time out for shots, set up cameras, power up a drone, etc. is just amazing. What a great gift to future TD riders. Congrats on finishing both the ride and this film.
Thanks mate, glad you enjoyed it! It can be tough out there for sure hey, and definitely a hard task to film the whole way. Often I have to convince myself to set up a shoot or get the drone out because I felt like I was racing the clock but I feel like I had a good balance in the end. Hope you had a good Tour mate!
@@JackScottkeogh I got food poisoning on day 2 - the day of the Wall. Then I hit the first multi-hour hike-a-bike through snow at Galton's Pass. It almost killed me. Then I started reading about all these people - 16 total - who had to be rescued via helicopter and realized this event was no joke. Like you, I just had to take it day by day. I wanted to quit often but somehow kept going. I couldn't believe I finished. I applaud your efforts to document the ride, and I think you did a very nice job at that (the drone footage and 3rd-person-view set up shots are really great). I find it sad that having one's ride filmed has become so controversial. Documenting something allows you to share it with others. I don't think I would have done the Tour Divide if I hadn't seen "I Just Want to Ride". Maybe others will do it because of your film. Cheers to that!
Thank you for making this beautiful video. Makes us mere mortals able to enjoy your pain from our couch. Big kudos for taking on such an epic adventure!
I noticed you have spd pedals but ypur shoes don’t look like regular bike shoes. Are you able to hike a bike woth those clips? Care to elaborate on your setup at some point, maybe in a video?
Sorry only just seeing this now! Yeah my shoes are great for hike a bike stuff, they're called Specialized Rime 2.0, definitely worth it if you know you'll be off the bike a bit. I also do have a gear breakdown video on my channel as well if you didn't come across it @@beardsonbikes
Hey Jack! This is Brian, rode with you over the pass into Idaho and that night we got stormed on in the Basin. Great video and congrats on your finish!
Brian! How are ya mate? Great to hear form you! You also mate, pleasure to ride with you and the guys
@@JackScottkeogh I’m great, thanks! You put in some big days after Wamsutter, really fun to watch your video and relive the ride.
Man you are so inspiring. Your mental strength just blows me away.
I watched the whole video from start to finish while sick on the sofa. This has made me feel so fortunate to have the things I have around me.
Thanks for showing me what is possible.
man what a compliment, thanks so much! Glad to be the source of inspiration!
Agreed! The mental fortitude (aside from the physical toll…!) needed to do this is just… 🤯💪🏼
I've watched a lot of Tour Divide films. Yours is one of the best Jack. Simple, but beautiful photography. You really got across just how hard the race must be. Truly inspiring. Thanks for sharing this.
Cheers James, massive compliment! Glad you enjoyed it mate
I hope you don't get tired of all the praise for your TD video, but it really is one of the best! Awesome job. I was out there this year so it was really fun to relive the mud and headwinds through your lens. But what an adventure and the feeling at the end makes all those hard times fade away and all those short encounters with people along the way make is a trip of a life time. Well done!
Well summed up mate! It's all the little things that make it such an epic journey. Maybe see you out there again one day!
You hit the road Jack, glad you came back stronger, wiser, more humble, that was my take.
Thank you for sharing this beautiful journey with everyone. I plan to do the Divide in the next couple of years, cant wait. Thanks again🙏🙏👌👌👏👏
Cheers! You'll encounter some struggles but push through and I promise you'll never regret it!
Absolutely brutal mate. Epic film, this was a TV on phone down type of edit.
The highs were super high, and the lows…oh man I felt for you. So glad you got your glasses back, and you’ve made me want a Land Cruiser now! 😅
Loved it - thanks so much for taking the time to edit and share with us.
Cheers mate! Appreciate you taking the time to watch and leave a comment!
You'll never go wrong with a Land Cruiser!
Jack, your journey on the Tour Divide is both inspirational and intense! The ups and downs, especially the bike mishap, kept me on the edge of my seat. Your positive outlook, even in the face of challenges, is truly admirable. Your shots of the scenery are breathtaking! Thanks for taking us along on this wild ride, and a massive shout-out to Hunt Bikes and POC for supporting you. Keep pushing, mate!
Cheers legend! I'm glad you enjoyed it!
I love all about this film: the stunning sceneries, the excellent music choice, the struggles and setbacks, but above all the high spirits and contagious enthusiasm of Jack. All of this makes me want to hop on my bike and do similar epic stuff!
Thanks for the thoughtful comment mate, glad you enjoyed it!
Awesome film, sending out positive vibes the whole trip💪💪💪
And you did it again. Your experiences are just amazing and your ability to transfer your experience to the point of making us feel we're there with you... You have left me speechless and emotional one more time. I am deeply happy for you having achieved this personal goal. I can't wait for the next one 😊
Thank you so much for the kind words! I am glad you enjoyed this one also!
Wow, absolutely beautiful. I felt I was there with you. Hopefully be riding the route in 2026, though not racing. Your film has inspired me to got out for a big ride tomorrow, so thanks for the inspiration and the great film.
Thanks a ton! And good luck out there in 2026!
Unreal man,
Just finished the route on Sunday myself.
Was an incredible experience, thanks for doing such a great job documenting your experience.
Good luck with your future adventure.
Hell yeah! How was it out there?
Thanks for watching, I'm glad you enjoyed it
@@JackScottkeogh Loved the experience as a whole, had some tough days out there that’s for sure. Lucky I had a few friends along the route to stop into and relax with!
Back home to Aus next week!
Super dope Video, I hope you will upload more in the Future. I really enjoyed it, thank you.
Working on it! Thanks mate!
Inspirational. Pure and simple. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks mate! I appreciate that
Just loved watching your movie. Will be following your next adventure. Congratulations
Nice job and great ride. Was fun to follow along.
Congratulations on meeting your incredible challenge and staying with it all the way through. Your video editing was excellent, as well; thank you for sharing your adventure. Yes, very inspiring.
Howdy, great ride and video, congratulations! It is a huge feat to finish. Old road touring cyclist here, I've ridden half of the Great Divide. The Divide is a totally different creature and challenge than a long road tour crossing countries. No two days are the same. The mountains, weather, trail surface, climbs, even some descents are difficult. The easiest section is that 40 mile rolling area south of Lima, MT. The Great Basin can be nice if you get lucky, but wind, rain, heat all have to line up in your favor. At 68 years old, I chipped away at it for a month, 40-50 miles a day, your 200 mile day is epic! Thank you for an excellent view of this monster route.
Thanks Mike, you’re exactly right about no two days are the same out there! It’s an epic route, I’m happy you’ve experienced a bunch it of! Thanks for taking the time to comment
Thanks for putting this together Jack. While this feat captures the attention and interest of many, most will not have the opportunity to do this in their lifetime. So, it's amazing we get to see it through you! Thanks for documenting and sharing your journey. Congrats!
Thanks a ton mate! Glad you enjoyed it.
You are amazing, great film and very well done, you even made the washrooms look comfortable for sleeping!
Thank you! Surprisingly enough, they were the most comfortable option at the time haha
What a journey Jack. Awesome headspace. I am from India and will plan the divide in the near future. PBP was an amazing ride in 2023 and looking forward to this adventure.
Enjoy it when you do get out there!
I was visting Butte MT in June and learned about this event by seeing riders making their way through. I was really excited to find your film so I could see what your journey was like. Thank you for sharing, this was a wonderful watch.
Thanks for watching! Glad you got to see a bit of what we're all doing out there!
The indestructible will to continue! Awesome-ORAMA doesnt begin to pay tribute to your effort!👍
Thanks a ton!
that was an incredibly inspiring video thank you
Thanks a ton!
Christmas Eve feeling sick and miserable then watched your video…geez I enjoyed it - the struggles, the wins, the scenery, the perseverance. Thanks so much for sharing, it’s cheered me right up.
Thank you! I hope you're feeling better soon!
Outstanding effort Jack, congratulations . You kept it real and shared every moment and that's how its done. You now have something no one can take away from you. Looking forward to the next adventure.
Thanks mate, I'm glad you enjoyed it!
What a fantastic piece of film that was, the cinematography the music the emotion, truly an amazing achievement with scenery just as pretty as heaven.
Thanks for the kind words! I’m glad you liked it
Superb film, thank you!
Wow great video mate! I’ve watched way too many TD videos and yours is absolutely one of the best! Excellent footage and fitting music made this very enjoyable.
Congratulations on the ride, overcoming a lot of challenges besides the challenge of the trail. Thanks for sharing,
Thanks a ton!
Excellent documentary of your journey! One of the best I’ve seen!
Congratulations Jack.
What a nice, beautiful film.
You've managed to share the highs and lows of the route, while transmitting a sense of calm confidence that you would do it no matter what.
This film is the proof that good but also bad moments will both, in the end, become good memories that will last forever, and this notion should always fuel your motivation.
Wish everything good for you in your life.
Thanks for the nice comment mate, I'm glad you enjoyed it! You definitely need a mix of ups and downs to make for a great asdventure!
Dude!!!! Great stuff. Very inspiring. Thank you for all the extra effort it took to video while taking care to finish.
Amazing documentary. Thanks.
Thank you for sharing. Very cool. A dream of mine. Soon.
Proud of you Jack. An honest documentary with both highs and lows. I'm hoping to do the first part out of Banff into Montana. NOT the entire thing. 😀
Thank you! I appreciate the comment.
That’s a nice section! I highly recommend!
Mate, I’m a cyclist in Brisbane. Just an awesome video and congrats on putting yourself out there and documenting it. Not just for us but for yourself. Great achievement I may one day attempt.
Thanks mate! Good luck on your travels
Congratulations! Great accomplishment!! I appreciate your honesty during the race, the pain, the joy, and the accomplishment! All the best and looking forward to the next adventure.
Thanks Max, I'm glad you liked it!
awesome, love the way you made this, thanks for taking us along for the rde
Thanks for watching! Glad you enjoyed it
awesome - much respect - thank you for sharing such a journey :)
Congratulaciones Señor, great job..
Thanks for sharing the journey in such a down to earth and cheerful way. Love your attitude, even during the really hard times. Cheers Matt
Cheers mate! Glad you think so!
Beautiful! I wish to do the Great divide myself too one day, Much love from Norway
Enjoy it when you do get out there!
Thank you for this calm and authentic video. What a wonderful adventure you are sharing with us. It's amazing how you accept all obstacles and just keep going. I don't know what else to say. It really touched me! Thank you Jack 🤠
Thank you for such nice compliments, I'm glad you enjoyed the film!
What an inspiring film.Well done Jack 👍
Legend you are mate....well done.
Loved this video. Fantastic effort and thanks for sharing. Inspirational stuff!
Thanks mate! Glad you enjoyed it
This is brilliant…well done! Thank you for sharing your extraordinary journey with us. The highs, as well as the lows gave us viewers a realistic look at both the hardships and happy times along the Tour Divide.
Thanks a ton, I'm glad you enjoyed the ups and downs!
Congratulations on an excellent film.
Loved the film. Great documentary of highs and lows of the divide. A great inspiration. Chapeau.
Thanks mate! Glad you enjoyed it
One thousand congrats Jack, for your mental strength, your tour divide and of course for this beautiful movie... 👏🏽👍🏽🎩👌🏾👊🏽
Thanks a ton! I'm glad you enjoyed it
Wonderful
Really epic adventure! Very well put together video and music was on point. Thanks for sharing and yes it was inspiring to watch.
Thanks Luke!
What a great adventure, i'm too old for this, I do daily marathon's like the Mecklenburger Seerunde 300 km
Never too young!
Epic! Leaves you wanting more. I really appreciate the raw hardship and obvious emotional toll. Very cool, thank you!
Cheers James, I did my best to capture the realness of the ride! Glad you enjoyed it mate
Absolutely amazing film mate! You are an inspiration!
Thanks a ton!
Thnaks for sharing, Job well done mate! You rode, filmed and narrated a great story, all while traversing a trail that I can only imagine through your story telling! Stay safe and keep up the great adventures!
Thanks for watching mate! Glad you enjoyed it
Good job mate.. Great video. Will be watching it again and again
Thanks mate! Glad you enjoyed it!
Awesome job. Inspiring. Total warrior
Thanks a ton! Glad you enjoyed it!
so very inspiring. !!!
Great story telling. Thanks for sharing your adventure. I love that you share the hard times as well as the good. Bikepacking can be hard work, but so worth it.
Thanks for watching mate! I'm glad you enjoyed it!
Thanks for such an inspirational film! Wish I can be there doing the same one day
Mate! Bloody epic film!! Thanks so much for sharing this adventure. Look forward to following your future endeavours! 👍🏻
Cheers mate! Glad you enjoyed it! Might be a few more on the horizon very soon!
spagetti o's will really help your stomach, meal of champions! youre a soldier!
They definitely will!
Wow! Such determination and mental plus physical strength! Awesome job, sick miles/day and great video! Thanks for sharing
Thank you very much! Glad you enjoyed it!
Beautiful documentary . I live in fernie and we are so stoked for the TD athletes . I know the pain and struggles of bike packing having rode from Brisbane to Cairns in 1993. Well done sir. Well done. Bike packing has come a long way since 93.
Beautiful part of the world you live in! I'm very jealous! Thanks for watching and taking the time to leave a comment!
Enjoyed it mate. Helluv an experience in tough conditions. As a video creator myself I think I'm most impressed that you persisted on through those hardest days and continued to put the effort in to film. Even on a day video I find the quality of shots and content diminishes the more tired I am and the later in the day it gets. Great film dude!
Thanks mate! Glad you enjoyed it! I definitely felt that way a lot of the time but I just forced myself to capture as much as I could
What a beautiful journey, thank you for sharing!
Thanks Mark! Glad you enjoyed!
Cheers🎉🎉🎉 Great work and a really good film💪🤩
Thanks for this video🤝💯👍🏻
You have done what many think of doing and few follow through congrats and many thanks for all your inspiration !!!
Thanks mate, that means a lot
Certainly NOT negative. You shared some of the reality..ups and downs of this monster of an event brilliantly. Thank you.
Thanks mate! Glad you enjoyed it!
Awesome film 🎉
Mate, you were all but negative. In fact, I was blown away not by the beauty of the scenery you encountered and shared, but by the way you embraced the challenges. And there were some! Great video, must have been an amazing experience!
Hope your achilles tendon healed!
Thanks a ton mate!
Incredible, Jack. What an inspiring and beautiful film; I went through the motions as I watched you push through. Well done capturing quite an experience!
Thanks Claudia! Glad you enjoyed it and thanks for leaving a comment
Jack - First off congratulations!! Wow, what a journey. You did an amazing job documenting your journey and staying true in giving us updates each day. Thanks! Many stories within the story. Wow, how did you ever get your bike finally in Banf? I can't imagine the feeling as you left San Fran, wondering if you would have the bike in time. Well done, well done from Boulder Colorado. I am amazed you were able to calm the achillies down so early in the event. That must have been a big blow. Keep adventuring and maybe we'll see you out there someday.
Thanks for the kind words mate.. The stress of not having my bike arrive definitely took it's toll on me physically haha Air Canada stepped in and helped me out majorly! I'll be spending a bit of time in Boulder next year hopefully!
Amazing accomplishment and a fantastic video. One of the best I’ve ever seen 🎉 documenting The Tour Divide
Cheers Shane! Thanks for the huge compliment!
What an awesome adventure. Told in a very friendly and likeable way. I wish you alle the best and many more adventures. Thanks for taking us along 🫡
Thanks Philip!
Raced the North Cape 4000 this year, and your video just brought up so many of the emotions I experienced. I was there with you all the way! Well done, and just beautifully shot and edited! Thanks, Jack! 👏🏻
That's an epic ride as well! Thanks for stopping by and I'm glad you enjoyed it mate!
Youre an absolute legend mate. What a ride, what a journey. Keep up the good work i hope to see more from you brother.
Cheers Anton! Thanks for watching mate, there will be plenty more in the future!
What a journey! Your positivity is infectious. Great video
Thank you, that means a lot!
Great video.😍
Enjoyed every second of that. Epic ride and fantastic production of the video showing the ups and the downs.
Thank you very much, I'm glad you enjoyed it!
Thank you for the footage and commentary. And much congratulations to you!
Thank you!
Congratulations on finishing. Beautiful film. Thank you for sharing.
Thanks mate!
That was a great watch. Congratulations on a truly epic ride and very cool film. Love that comment at the end 'that was quite a long ride, hey?' 👍👏🙂
Thank you for allowing us to follow this incredible adventure! hugs from Brazil!
Thanks for watching! I'm glad you liked it!
Absolutly the best cycling video this year. 🤩 Thanks for bringing us along.🙏🏻
Huge compliment! Thanks for watching
What a great adventure!enjoyed every minute. Hard as adventure on bikes come. Thanks for sharing!
Thanks Ron! Glad you enjoyed it!
I enjoyed your video so much I’m on my third watch. I lived and rode based out of Colorado for 20 years-and watching you ride through there was beautifully melancholy for me. Love how you kept a positive attitude through all of your hardships. I look forward to future videos and wish you all the best from Austria.
You've watched it more than me! haha Thanks for dropping by mate! I'm glad you enjoyed it!
You are so strong, brother ! Thank you for sharing your journey with us.
Peace
Thanks a ton! I'm glad you enjoyed it
Really enjoyed watching. Thank you for sharing
Thanks for watching!
Great work Jack! Super fun to watch. Makes me want to go ride my bike!
Thanks for watching! Glad you enjoyed it! Get on that bike
Man, can't tell how much i enjoyed your video. You're rock solid and truly inspiring. Cheers from France mate.
Cheers Julien! Glad you liked it mate! Hopefully I'll be over your way in the near future hiking Mont Blanc
Wow! Just wow! 😍 Thank you for sharing your adventure!
Thanks for watching!
This was a great watch and an amazing achievement! Well done, Jack. Wish I had the time, energy and motivation to do something like this
Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it! If you think you can than you can!
this is truly magical telling of this ride. A major inspiration to people who have never bike packed. I'm new to riding off-pavement and this is pushing me to find new routes and push what i'm looking at as possible. Congrats and thank you for taking us along for the ride!
Thanks mate! happy to hear that and thanks for dropping by with such a nice comment. Enjoy getting off road, it's much more enjoyable in my opinion!
Grear Vid Jack, well done. Thanks for taking us along.
Thanks Vince!
Just awesome! Thanks for documenting the ride for us!!! No apologies necessary for being down at times as that’s part of the journey and most importantly you pressed on and over came. Be proud & loud!!!!!!
Thanks for the kind words mate, I'm glad you enjoyed it!
Thanks for sharing your journey of thr Divide! I am amazed with the quality of the film. To do something so hard and then to film it all is really something. Thank you!
Thanks for the compliment! It's definitely a balancing act when trying to ride and make a film at the same time!
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