Baja Divide Bikepacking Route - Riding 1,700mi Across Mexico

Overall the Baja Divide has been one of the most spectacular trips that I have ever done. Wild in every way, remote, and completely unique unlike anything else. MY BAJA DIVIDE GEAR: AllCity Gorilla Monsoon Apex (purchased used) 30T Chainring and 11-42 Cassette 27.5 x 2.35in Vitoria Mezcal Tires Helmet - https://amzn.to/47Lw3vq Brooks B17 Saddle - https://amzn.to/47ralhu Pedals - https://amzn.to/3LABuG9 Suspension Stem - https://amzn.to/4hL0hDn Handlebars - https://amzn.to/47HlQAe PACKS MYOG - Basket Bag, Top Tube Bags, Triangle Bag Feed Bags - Surly Dugout Saddle Bag - Revelate Designs Terrapin 14 Hip Pack - https://amzn.to/3XhaTAw Packable Backpack - https://alnk.to/d3FlZ4j SLEEPING Shelter - https://tinyurl.com/c6btpvte Quilt - https://tinyurl.com/mv2427kr Groundsheet - https://amzn.to/43RNZTV Foam Mat - https://alnk.to/ei4EQIN Inflatable Pad - https://amzn.to/492SwGL Pillow - https://amzn.to/3WJi5oQ Stakes - https://amzn.to/3WLOs6n CLOTHES Puffy Jacket - https://alnk.to/7X7nxne Fleece - https://amzn.to/3Lw296Y Rain Jacket - Montbell Versalite Beanie - Melanzana Microgrid Wind Pants - https://amzn.to/3JnJAS1 Bug Headnet - https://amzn.to/47vKVPT Socks - https://amzn.to/3WJ3tG4 Sunglasses - https://amzn.to/49HyQZd Spare Shirt, Shorts, Underwear, Bandana FOOD & WATER 2x Reusable Bottles - https://alnk.to/28Unaq4 2x Large Water Bottles - https://amzn.to/4qStLUi 1x Nalgene - https://amzn.to/43l3Vhn 3L Bladder - https://amzn.to/4hNFSgX Water Filter - https://amzn.to/47Inamh Cook Pot - https://amzn.to/3JMJtPM Wood Stove - https://amzn.to/4hN4iaD Spoon - https://amzn.to/47JPfto Lighter, pot cozy, spatula MISC Camp Chair - https://alnk.to/7fslC3n Trowel - https://amzn.to/3XmRJsV Wallet - https://alnk.to/cb5z4U4 Chafe Cream - https://amzn.to/4815Ni2 Bidet - https://alnk.to/3yer0VV Passport, toothbrush, paste, Ibuprophen, Tylenol, TP, lip balm, nail clippers, small thermometer ELECTRONICS Front Light - https://amzn.to/4r2417Y Rear Light - https://amzn.to/3WJMyTJ Phone Mount - https://amzn.to/4hQOofi Headlamp - https://amzn.to/3Lu3OKk Wall Charger - https://amzn.to/4nEBPVP 2x 20,000mah Batteries - https://amzn.to/3XfdpHo SOS Device - https://amzn.to/47uqAKP Headphones - https://amzn.to/4qLOyJ1 Cords, Cellphone Film Camera - https://amzn.to/4nEa7IB Big Camera - https://amzn.to/4own8oW Lens - https://amzn.to/3JMJ6Vo REPAIR Bike Lock - https://amzn.to/4nMySCH Tire Pump - https://amzn.to/480wNOy Tire Levers - https://amzn.to/4p2qi3M Leatherman - https://amzn.to/43h7jKd Multitool - https://amzn.to/3JQmlQu Alan Keys - https://amzn.to/4qKKXuE Tubeless Repair - https://amzn.to/47ZpDtY Chain Repair - https://amzn.to/3LNhgZO Valve Core Remover - https://amzn.to/3JL0QR3 Brush - https://amzn.to/47IFH25 Lube, Co2, Needle, Thread, Tape, Patches, Sealant, Derailleur Hanger, Super Glue, Rag, Zipties, Chain Links, Quick Links, Cables, brake pads, Tire Boot I started the Baja Divide on November 12, and I finished it January 14th. Near exactly two months later. I definitely could have ridden faster and probably have done this in 45 days or less but I think this type of adventure really deserves taking the extra time to enjoy. The best times overall for this trip is between November and March. Most people start in January. Distance: 1,700mi // 2,700km Country: Mexico Start: San Diego End: Cabo or La Paz Duration: 1.5 to 2.5 months Season: November - March Direction: Southbound - Due to prevailing winds Before starting this trip pretty much everyone said that with skinny tires you would basically die. Anything below 3" was downright impossible. I rode with 2.4" and my friend with 2.1" and ultimately we did fine. I think we had to go slower, and it was a bit less comfortable, but overall I don't think it diminished the trip in any way for us. Temperatures on the Baja Divide can vary wildly. From 35c down in the southern sections, to -10c up in the northern sections (and snowing). For the most part you won't experience much rain, but definitely should still prepare for it with a shelter and rain jacket (instead of leaving those at home.) Rain also means mud, and in Baja mud should be feared. This route is remote, but you pass through many villages. Food is plentiful, just extremely limited in what you can find. Water on the other hand is in short supply and I always carried at least 6 liters on my bike at all times. Once I carried upwards of 15 liters even for the section after Catavina. Mulege, San Ignacio, La Paz, and Todos Santos are my favorite towns on route, if you want a break. Bahia de Los Angeles is also cool. Bike shops were more frequent than expected. They won't have the part you need, but they will keep you rolling. 00:00 - My bikepacking kit 03:00 - San Diego 07:27 - Tecate (Mexico) & Rain! 14:56 - Pacific Ocean & MUD 19:56 - A Bikepacking Friend & Waterless Stretch 26:42 - Broken Rims 33:07 - Baja Divide Advice! 41:09 - Cape Loop 43:08 - What broke on my bike on this trip 47:39 - Thank you!