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.
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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
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!
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!
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!
Thanks for taking me on the journey with you 🙌🏻
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!
Just loved watching your movie. Will be following your next adventure. Congratulations
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
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!
The indestructible will to continue! Awesome-ORAMA doesnt begin to pay tribute to your effort!👍
Thanks a ton!
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.
Am I the only one that cried when he said "You've done well friend, you've done well" to his bike at 54:02? This is a wild recording of an insane thing, I've never wanted to try something more after watching your beautiful portrayal of the experience. Thank you.
You and me both mate hahah the best bike there ever was! Get out there mate! Looking forward to hearing about your travels
@@JackScottkeogh how many folks on TD had drop bars? Amazing film, thanks for sharing!
@@bryanwhite3987 ahhh hard to say mate! I’d say maybe 60% drops? But I also could be way off. Check the rigs of the tour divide page on bikepacking.com and it’s got a pretty good rundown of both, I think they also have a YT vid going through all the bike stats overall
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
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
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!
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!
Nice job and great ride. Was fun to follow along.
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!
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!
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!
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!
Super dope Video, I hope you will upload more in the Future. I really enjoyed it, thank you.
Working on it! Thanks mate!
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!
Inspirational. Pure and simple. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks mate! I appreciate that
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!
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
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!
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!
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
That was absolutely incredible. The commitment to set the camera on the ground during a hike a bike, then go back and get it...unreal. The commitment to see it through, respect my friend!
Thanks mate! It definitely adds a whole other element to the ride, and it gets harder the more tired you get haha thanks for the props mate!
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!
Isn't it strange that you can feel proud of someone you don't even know. But that was the feeling I had for you at the end there. So many issues on the route for you but you kept at it and didn't let any of it stop you in your tracks. Congrats lad.
You’re a legend, thanks mate!
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!
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 a ride! This video captures the essence of cycling perfectly. Proud to add it to our collection and share the love. Keep it up! 🚴♀
Thanks a ton!
Thanks for dragging me along, good on ya 🤘💪🖖
Cheers for watching Glenn!
Beautiful film. Thanks for taking the time to film it and sharing it with us.
Thanks!
Thank you for allowing us to follow this incredible adventure! hugs from Brazil!
Thanks for watching! I'm glad you liked it!
that was an incredibly inspiring video thank you
Thanks a ton!
What a huge accomplishment🎉 I really appreciated the honesty you shared during low points like losing your sunglasses or the punishing wind. The emotions get very real when you push yourself like that. You've definitely inspired this oldie to try it some day. Thank you!
Thanks a ton! I hope you get yourself out there!
Thank you very much for this film! I won't do the race, but definitely will ride this trail! After seeing your impression I am more than determent to do this. I have some experience with long distance cycling (20.000 km)(TransAm plus and Prudoe Bay Panama City) with a recumbent. Now I will take a travel bicycle with Bike packing (much less gear) and enjoy the adventure! In 20 months I will retire and do this! Thank you for this joy of watching. Yes I know it will be hard but I am stubborn. From The Netherlands; Menno Dekhuyzen
Thanks for watching! I’m glad you enjoyed the video! I hope you enjoy yourself out there!
Dude!!!! Great stuff. Very inspiring. Thank you for all the extra effort it took to video while taking care to finish.
Thank you for sharing. Very cool. A dream of mine. Soon.
You are so strong, brother ! Thank you for sharing your journey with us. Peace
Thanks a ton! I'm glad you enjoyed it
Outstanding . I needed this amazing GDMBR Doc. Im attempting to ride it in 2025. Thank you! A movie for my family to enjoy.
You can do it! Enjoy your ride in 25!
Excellent documentary of your journey! One of the best I’ve seen!
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!
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!
I'm really speechless.... That was one of the best movies about an beautiful adventure!Hard,crazy but beautiful! You are an fantastic person and very talented. The cut,the music are simply amazing. Thx to let us fighting with you to!Thx also for your support to our country! Fuck the wars!
Thanks mate! I'm glad you enjoyed it, thanks for a very thoughtful comment
Thanks for such an inspirational film! Wish I can be there doing the same one day
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?' 👍👏🙂
Congratulations on an excellent film.
it almost seems historic. I wacth these long old school rides at several channels. lack of suspension, no electric assist..but lights, etc. Well done.
Thanks mate! It's the best way to do it!
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!
Loved the film. Great documentary of highs and lows of the divide. A great inspiration. Chapeau.
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!
Amazing documentary. Thanks.
Congrats Jack for pushing though the adversities.
Superb film, thank you!
awesome, love the way you made this, thanks for taking us along for the rde
Thanks for watching! Glad you enjoyed it
As if the Tour Divide isn't hard enough you smashed a tin of Spaghetti-Os without spilling a drop on your white top. Not human! :D
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
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 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!
@@JackScottkeogh 100%
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
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
What a beautiful experience! Thanks for sharing the highs AND the lows. As we both have learned, it's the lows and how we manage them that give us our true sense of identity and confidence.
Glad you enjoyed! The lows are almost as good as the highs aren't they, otherwise it's not much of an adventure!
@@JackScottkeogh so are you ever doing this again??
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
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!
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!
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!
Congratulaciones Señor, great job..
Mate.... You are a bloody legend... Until you ridden like that (maybe not 4000kms) you just dont get that feeling... I never done anything close but 300kms for us hackers offers some of the same feelings. You are a true legend.
Thanks mate! I'm glad you enjoyed it, keep on riding!
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!
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!
Absolutely amazing and honest account of this race. Well done on every aspect of such an adventure. There is nothing in life that you can’t do with your type of determination and drive. Enjoy it all brother!
Thanks for the kind words!
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!
Congratulations on finishing. Beautiful film. Thank you for sharing.
Thanks mate!
Absolutely amazing film mate! You are an inspiration!
Thanks a ton!
Absolutly the best cycling video this year. 🤩 Thanks for bringing us along.🙏🏻
Huge compliment! Thanks for watching
Well done, well documented. Just amazed the bike was almost lost forever, before it all began. Hell of a ride.
Cheers mate! It was a stressful time for sure!
Amazing Jack! Was absolutely hooked
Thanks Doc! Glad you enjoyed it
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!
Jack!!!! Outstanding on so many levels. I'm sure you have sown seeds of adventure in many camps...... bloody good man :)
Thanks mate! I'd like to hope so, that's what it's all about!
What a great adventure!enjoyed every minute. Hard as adventure on bikes come. Thanks for sharing!
Thanks Ron! Glad you enjoyed it!
Loved this video. Fantastic effort and thanks for sharing. Inspirational stuff!
Thanks mate! Glad you enjoyed it
Grear Vid Jack, well done. Thanks for taking us along.
Thanks Vince!
It's funny, I just watched Lachlan Morton's Tour divide documentary and came back here to say this one way more accurately captures what my 2023 tour divide experience was like. I like it a lot more than the highly produced film.
G'day! Thanks for the kind words, I also just had a watch of Lachlan's... absolute demon! Glad you enjoyed my film!
Well done. Well done. Well done. So flippin cool! Thoroughly entertaining. I bet that is a pretty amazing feeling having finished that sucker.
Glad you enjoyed it! It was a pretty unreal feeling
Thank you for the footage and commentary. And much congratulations to you!
Thank you!
What a journey! Your positivity is infectious. Great video
Thank you, that means a lot!
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!
awesome - much respect - thank you for sharing such a journey :)