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@braaaaaaaaaaap
Жыл бұрын
You talk to much sometimes. Just ride. Don't feel like you have to always be saying something. Silent moto camping channels have thrice your viewership.
@paulleeson250
Жыл бұрын
Dude. I suggest when riding with friends you regroup at intersections and gnarly bits. If an incident or navigation error occurs in a trailing rider, it can quickly turn into a serious problem. I speak from experience. Always know where everybody is, and check on their mental and physical status regularly. Surely that’s the purpose of teaming up for a ride in the first place? Look after them, and they will look after you. To do otherwise makes you a turd.
@DorkintheRoad
Жыл бұрын
@@braaaaaaaaaaap Might I humbly suggest you go watch one of them, then?
@DorkintheRoad
Жыл бұрын
@@paulleeson250 Yeah we literally always do that. It just doesn't make the video because it's boring.
@alanfoster7346
Жыл бұрын
I'm curious if I could by u a beer ?I'm headed to Washington and thought maybe I can meet u .lol
@ExploreAdventureMoto
Жыл бұрын
In Ben and Tim’s defense, when they saw me I was trying to fix some camera issues. I did not realize I was stuck until after they had left and I tried to start up.
@mattbarrois8675
Жыл бұрын
I will say that your weightloss journey inspired my weightloss journey so far I have gone from 320lbs 14 months ago to currently 247lbs and my biggest drive is the need to ride
@jeffreysenior
5 ай бұрын
For weight loss do the carnivore diet cannot be beat. Check out videos from Dr. Ken Berry to get you started.
@mechcavandy986
5 ай бұрын
I was 300+ about 10 years ago. I’m 240 now. I ride a KTM 690 Enduro R. If I hadn’t lost weight, I wouldn’t be riding it. I wanna get down so I can ride a 250. I lost weight for the sole purpose of riding smaller bikes.
@paulvanhout9695
Жыл бұрын
Maybe one of your best episodes. The filming and narration was top notch as usual but sharing the emotions, frustrations and challenges of riding in tough conditions took this to another level. A cautionary tale of the risks we need to be prepared to tackle when we venture out in remote areas.
@martenasmith
Жыл бұрын
One thing I have learned when riding in the heat is to take a hydration bladder and DRINK FROM IT REGULARLY. I know we get excited and want to get on down the road but a sip or two every 15 minutes really helps me.
@Tolandur
Жыл бұрын
yea.... if you feel thirsty its already to late...... factor inn 3-4 liter a day riding in that temp
@Bob_on_Bikes
Жыл бұрын
3 liters goes about 6 hours for me in the desert. I have to pack extra.
@AKAOmnivore
Жыл бұрын
This is really a good video for letting people know what they are in for riding desert. It's definitely an issue riding the Or BDR, with Desert and cooler mnts later on. That said, as a guy that lived and rode in the desert for 20+ years, you guys can't wear all that heavy "protective gear" I would suggest if you feel you need all the protection, a roost plate and elbow-forearm shields, and knee-shin guards. Think MX gear, but the heavy jackets and pants, is a recipe for over heating. You really would never see a guy that lived out there in the desert with all that stuff on. I totally get it but, no. I have a 3 piece jacket that goes down to mesh, which is kinda cool when its hot, albeit black, which was a dumb choice by me, but something like that would do as well, the problem is that jacket all assembled is like 20lbs and bulky as hell.
@sganzerlag
Жыл бұрын
Exactly.
@Bob_on_Bikes
Жыл бұрын
Facts. I'm sure those jackets are made to vent super well at speed, but without 60 mph air, it can be risky. I use my perf leather with an evaporative vest COMMUTING in Phoenix, but in the desert, it's an armor vest plus a squirt bottle if necessary.
@DorkintheRoad
Жыл бұрын
I was wearing a mesh jersey, mesh pants, and an armored, breathable shirt. That's a light as I was willing to go considering all the highway riding we also had to do to get there and to get home afterward. Everything is a compromise on a trip like this.
@Cajundaddydave
Жыл бұрын
Tough day man! Been out there in the desert when the ride was hard, too far, and too hot. At some point you run out of energy and then it gets dicy. Good call to make camp and rest up. Protip: When you know it is going to be long, hard, and hot, start the day at dawn to create a time buffer and get er done before the heat bakes in. Better days ahead.
@ETrekker-1775
Жыл бұрын
Excellent job Ben and company. I just finished that run a few days ago after the Alvord Desert bypass route and it was nearly 100F the entire time. I know it can be a bit more difficult if camping but try to fill your hydration bag full with ice every morning and then fill the rest of the way with water. It will be cold and refreshing until mid afternoon. If someone has a heat injury you can take your cold water bag out of your pack and place it on their neck or chest to help bring down their temp without wasting water.
@-SLOTH
Жыл бұрын
As an Oregonian, I really enjoyed watching this video. Not an easy leg of the ORBDR. Not for the open desert riding, but for the unseen, ever present factors that can end your ride, or worse. As you say Ben, this is no joke. Hydration, and getting stranded are contingencies that NEED to be planned for. Especially when the cows get pissed off at all the 'traffic', and close the gates on us riders..... lol. On a serious note, it was good to hear Travis laughing during dinner time. Glad he made it through the leg. Kudos to Tim for helping out. One of the more adventurous video's of yours Ben. Thank you.
@MJW59
Жыл бұрын
This is solid gold, love the struggle. Glad you're not sugar coating it. Sometimes the struggle is part of the adventure.
@owenlushadv
Жыл бұрын
150 miles even on a paved road, in a dessert with no shade or anywhere to stop, although less likely can become dangerous quickly in high heat! Glad you guys made it. Your cow puns are on point! Lol
@imafarmboy2
Жыл бұрын
I've had a 250l for 8 years and finally did the suspension this spring. I cannot believe the difference it makes. Replaced the suspension on my V-Strom because of it and it made a huge difference too. The difference in the steering control is amazing. From now on, my bikes will be set up for my weight from the beginning.
@nickolaslewis4416
Жыл бұрын
Everyone wants to dual sport until its time to do it! Happened to me once on a road bike. I was watching a bunch of KZitem videos of guys doing long bike rides and got myself all hype! So I decided to go on a 50 mile ride myself in the middle of SoCal's Mojave Desert. About 20 miles into it, I needed to call my family with the truck to come get me!!! 😆🥴
@mhilde7744
Жыл бұрын
Nothing like a big milkshake in your belly before setting out into a desert....😮
@mitchwiebell2785
Жыл бұрын
Ben!!! I’m so grateful that five years ago you listened to your inner voice and started your dual sport life! Thank you! Truly inspiring!
@briancarroll2443
Жыл бұрын
Superb! Great humor and sobering view of adv riding. This is like Ewan and Charlie Part 45.... hahaha. So many of us crave getting into the backcountry on two wheels. There's so much more to it that we realize, and as you have shown, it is not to be taken lightly. Love your videos and the documentation of your adv evolution. Keep them coming.
@roberttowery9664
Жыл бұрын
Apparently, closed roads are a common occurrence in OR especially when you get into logging country. I gotta wonder if the BDR group didn't do their homework on this one. Enjoyed the video and the lessons learned.
@NunyaBusiness...
Жыл бұрын
Little over 12 minutes in, and I can honestly say "No. Thank YOU for taking us with you, Ben." You'll also have to give us a heads up when Travis has his new bike day for a BDR rig. 🏍
@briandyche
Жыл бұрын
Man I feel for Trav, heat stroke sneaks up on you and is hard to come back from, props to him for making it through. Top notch stream of cow puns, btw.
@garygardner9677
Жыл бұрын
Another Excellent video. I'm in Las Vegas and the heat really ramps up the difficulty. You can go from fresh to completely wilted very quickly, even commuting to work. Heat stroke is no joke, stay hydrated everyone.
@Loiczzr
Жыл бұрын
Yep, desert is brutal. Don't forget electrolytes in your water. If sweating a lot you'll need some.
@bigpondbashers
Жыл бұрын
In VT I’d bump into guys doing the NEBDR and I’d say a prayer for every loaded down 1190, 1290, and GSA. My BDR bike is a sorted 650 enduro that I continually lighten everything in my kit. I also have a capable large ADV bike but that’s saved for Starbucks.
@slalomking
Жыл бұрын
Big bikes not good
@JAES1
Жыл бұрын
Great points and notes for this section. Glade Travis has recovered as we know how bad heat issues can be, intelligent road warriors 😎
@downbytheriver501
Жыл бұрын
Man I feel ya. Officially hit section 5 just now on the IDBDR and it’s been consistently high 80s and hit 102 in riggins. Good thing I’m wearing black!
@motoventurenw
Жыл бұрын
I commend you for not leaving a man behind. I had that happen to me a few years ago when riding with a new group. I fell behind and didn't see my group again for several hours, and of course, I crashed and tweaked my ribs. I always check to make sure everyone is accounted for when riding and that's great you do the same. Nothing sucks more than riding with people who don't have your back. Loved the video.
@JacobAnawalt
Жыл бұрын
I'm glad you made it through. It really highlighted the value of sticking closer and of good comms, maps, and supplies (especially water to have enough to keep pushing it without worrying about running out and portable shade.)
@tiffanyjustice8602
11 ай бұрын
Hey there dork in the road! You inspire so much! I’m 300 lbs and i hate it. I finally decided to get up off the couch and off weed and learned to ride this year. I want you to know that I’m proud of you and also know how it sucks to be heavy. I hope we both can go out on the roads and lose some weight. Have a good one. I love your show. My husband and I would love to come ride with you one day. Peace!
@deanholden1808
Жыл бұрын
Ben, Love your honesty and authenticity at the start. Looking good, keep the faith. Thank you for sharing. Cheers mate.
@lukefish7562
Жыл бұрын
Nice, can’t wait to do this very ride. Along with all the other BDRs. Looking forward to your journey. Thanks for taking us along! 🏍️💨
@Durkan34
Жыл бұрын
I hear you - I’m in a similar position . Struggling to get rid of weight - started losing and then dropped bike on ankle and broke it. Just had to pull out of the rally i entered 6 months ago which is next week (which I’ve been planning, done off road training for and was trying to lose weight to do). Sad times all round 😢
@wyattblessing7078
Жыл бұрын
Cool, good advice. I have a bigger Tiger 900 rally and a DR650 and had planned on using the 650 for the BDR after seeing other's experiences.
@shepherdsking9687
Жыл бұрын
This was a fabulous episode, barring some heat stroke. It honestly makes me want to try section 1, just to say i did it. That is part of the satisfaction of desert riding.
@BuilderofRat
Жыл бұрын
I started riding dirt bikes in 1966. I started out small and gradually went with bigger bikes. 2 years ago I found a 1994 XT600. I bought a 1986 XT600 new and rode it for years and loved it. The 86 600 was a dirt bike that you can take on the road. The 94 600 is a road bike that you can take in the dirt. THERE IS A DIFFERENCE!!! Last year I was riding my 94 XT600 on a 2 track road in Idaho. I was going around a downed tree, and I just got off-balance and tipped over. It took me 25 minutes to figure out a way to lift up that TOP HEAVY, HIGH GEARED monster. I am not a small man, 6'3" and 230 pounds, and I just could not muscle that beast upright. I took it to my favorite bike shop, and had them sell it for me. I still have a 2022 TW200 duel sport, and I do love it. I do 99% of my dirt bike and quad riding alone. I do carry a PLB (Personal Locater beacon), because I am fully aware that crap happens. I have ridden 200 miles in the desert around the Alford desert on my 86 XT more than 35 years ago. I understand what you are riding through and what the roads are like. Sorry to say, my 100 mile rides are over for me. I am 76 years old, and I am nowhere near the capable rider that I once was. LOL My little 200 is a nice little bike, and most importantly, I can pick it up if it tips over. One thing about those barbed wire gates, if it is Rancher opened, I will leave it open, but if it is not Rancher opened, I will close it. How do you tell, you may ask? A Rancher will open the gate fully and lay it next to the fence line. They do that so that the cows do not get tangled up in the wire from the gate. Entitled idiots open it and leave it next to the road. I am too much of a wuss to even attempt to carry camping gear with me on my 200, and then sleep on the hard ground. Where I live in Idaho, there are bears and mountain lions in abundance. I will take my camp trailer with me if I want to camp out. I enjoyed watching your video. It brings back memories. I laid out the first Christmas Valley 100 mile cross-country race, many many years ago.
@MeerkatADV
Жыл бұрын
I enjoyed section 1 and 2, but definitely the most difficult of the route. I was on the trail by 6:30 both days down south and I'm really glad I was. 90+ in tough rocks is no fun at all.
@garycurtis4914
Жыл бұрын
Great Video, some day I would love to make the trek up north and do the Oregon BDR , I appreciate real people riding not a staged production video, looking forward to the rest of your trip, props from AZ,
@soilsmanadv6673
Жыл бұрын
Beautiful beginning. I love Harney County! Don't ever assume someone sitting and not moving is not in distress. Get 100% deet. It is the best for mosquitos.
@user-mx6ku1if6l
Жыл бұрын
As you have probably figured out, you should be riding through the desert in the early morning and resting at camp in the afternoons. Starting section 1 at 11 o"clock in the morning on a 90+degree day, not a good idea. Did the route couple of weeks ago loved every section of it. Especially the desert the wild flowers and views We're amazing
@richardramos9799
5 ай бұрын
Real video about what happens in the heat. Liked video. But when group riding especially in hot weather you always stay together, thats why comms are good. Keep up the great videos on all the aspects of dual sport riding and camping.
@sdb95037
Жыл бұрын
Another great video, I always enjoy your adventures. Inspirational, my XR project is almost done and took it out for it's first ride tonight. Been a few years and I'm rusty but forgot how much I missed being on a bike. Thanks. Glad Travis got through ok.
@jackswisher3171
Жыл бұрын
Good video! Glad Trav survived heat stroke on the heavy bike. Interesting country, some of my favorite remote places, including the hotsprings camp. I missed seeing your shovel and fire extinguisher on each bike, but they probably are lashed in the gear somewhere, right? Thanks for showing the congestion of vehicles too, even eastern Oregon can get busy sometimes. Thanks also for your comments about wildlife killed by passersby; it's a tough place to live, and we just visit for a few hours of fun. You might carry a water filter for safety if someone has a mechanical breakdown; mine has refilled my bottles from desert cattle ponds and several muddy creeks, etc.
@FrancoisTX1974
Жыл бұрын
I’m surprised y’all not ride all together all the time.
@roviwoteap2375
Жыл бұрын
Always ride as the slowest man. Stay safe.
@mkramsauer
Жыл бұрын
WOW that's so awesome not cool about the heat stroke that can get you quick. Thanks for bringing us along absolutely rad brother 👊
@sirpinalot
Жыл бұрын
Great video.... Thank you for your leadership and exposure. THE BDRs are not for beginners and the faint of heart. Even those prepared need to be ready.
@henryhawk978
Жыл бұрын
If you could freeze couple gallon of water put them in insulated bags. Enjoyed the video and RIDE SAFE OUT THERE!
@idratherberiding3456
Жыл бұрын
I've done several parts of the OG Oregon BDR and many tracks of the current, new OR BDR, before it was a BDR. Most of it solo. I would not do to that today, since my health has declined some and I'm smarter. Well, I think I am smarter. I have to agree with you, there is a time, while on a ride in the desert, that all you want to do is to get out of it. Great job on getting the first section completed, well completed enough.
@whatsupbeaches
Жыл бұрын
Hart had been closed on the hot spring road due to damage... rumor had it that a road grader went awry.
@_benjamin350outlaw
Жыл бұрын
That eastern summer PNW heat is no joke🥵 I’m glad travis is ok - my brother almost died from heatstroke it’s absolutely no joke- I noticed a lot of black double and triple layers not sure I would do that in the heat, I know you dress for the slide not the ride but some lighter colors ,white ,tan, even pink 😁anything but black for me when riding in summer…
@ferguscawley11
Жыл бұрын
Brilliant video Ben. Top class
@Alastairtheduke1
Жыл бұрын
You know what's great when you're heat strokin'? Your friend going on and on into the camera lol
@brentstratton2224
Жыл бұрын
I've ben running 2~3 miles a day for a couple years and started weight training about 2 years ago to keep in shape for riding. But I had a hernia and just got out of the hospital a week ago so no bdr for me this year. I was planning on riding the ibdr but now i have plenty of time to watch you ride the Obdr. Have fun.
@richgran
Жыл бұрын
Heat Exposure Tip: Make the call early, set up a sun shelter tarp, hydrate, rest...
@blacknight7201
Жыл бұрын
What a great great episode. I think trav needs to ditch that army vest. It looks heavy and probably traps heat. Less gear next time.
@thechiliburger
Жыл бұрын
Fields Station is awesome! The Alvord Dessert is incredible! Happy trails!
@Crittermoto
Жыл бұрын
Brutal! The take away from this for me is: leave at 5am or earlier or…..don’t do it at all. That’s intense!! Glad Trav made it out.
@Anath525
Жыл бұрын
I am so proud of you man. You are a inspiration to us all.
@marcochavane3124
Жыл бұрын
Rode 14 hours from ETX to Creede Colorado Friday. Temps were in the upper 90's. Almost passed out getting off the bike. Had to start pouring a bottle of cold water on my shirt under my riding jacket at each fill up. The heat is nothing to take lightly. Glad you all made it back.
@wokinit
Жыл бұрын
Nice. I heading out on the ORGBDR next friday. I have 16 days. Leaving N Idaho heading south by Hells Canyon, then west through the Ochoco's, then south by Prineville, Crater Lake, south to backside of Mt Shasta, south to Mt Lassen, South to Tahoe Keys, visiting family for a few days boating, then north over Mt Rose, North to Reno, then Gerlach, I think i will be one week before Burning Man, north to Denio and my ORGBDR starts. Going solo. gonna be epic. Thanks for sharing your video's. I will be taking a lot of video but I am slow to edit.... oh and i just got an 1 gallon Giant Loop bag, so 3L on my back and aux 1 gal.
@roymctarsney5655
Жыл бұрын
Those cattle references were utterly amoosing!
@llerradish
Жыл бұрын
Hey dork, it's good to see you out there riding. That's kind of my own old stomping grounds. I was born in Lakeview and spent a lot of time around Heart Mountain plush Paisley and all that area. You probably don't remember me but I rode up from Roseburg to Albany to ride with you guys we took a ferry that day. Take care Dar Tice
@slowboat_8651
Жыл бұрын
Great video! Seeing the real struggles and thankful no one had bike issue's, pinch flat or worse and Thank god you guys got Trav to camp, heat stroke is a bad thing to have happen and on a bike is even worse, i had a heat stroke about 10 years ago and still to this day it affects me at time's with the dizzy and disoriented. Electrolytes and plenty of water
@jeffreyness9741
Жыл бұрын
I totally understand what you went through and I'm glad you did it so I don't have to.
@jeffreyness9741
Жыл бұрын
Honestly, I feel like like I'm there with you bravo.
@elizabethwonders
Жыл бұрын
Way to go! You’re amazing! 👍🤟🏼🔥😊❤️
@horus909
Жыл бұрын
Love Fields station, definitely get a shake there.
@breeno59
Жыл бұрын
Good stuff! Nothing quite like a good cigar after a struggle day.
@Taematoe
Жыл бұрын
I've used a tarp off my motorcycle to just get some shade. and strip off the gear to cool off. Feels amazing after a tough hot ride. Easy to pack up and keep moving.
@daves3016
Жыл бұрын
good vid dork cant wait for the rest of the series, nice outtro hope wipeout dude is ok
@rickreasoner8664
Жыл бұрын
Don’t forget to be excellent to Travis!
@jkmarshall3553
9 ай бұрын
I hear ya on the heat... try riding all day on trails (KTM 250 exc 2 strk) in FLA during the summer when the low is 82 and high is 94. Oh, and it's humid a f. The thrill of riding wins out over the heat, but maaaannn is it brutal! Great video!!! And yes, Keto is amazing!
@JBean_COCR
Жыл бұрын
Love the puns, keep them little doggies moving
@woundedtiger7547
Жыл бұрын
Maybe a Sena communication?😮 I could feel your tension of the first route. An my injured shoulder was aching. Getting an MRI. Hopefully no tare. Thanks for sharing. 😊
@TimothyBelitz
Жыл бұрын
I have a Cardo and Ben uses Sena. I hear Cardo's latest firmware lets you easily pair with Sena, but it's over Bluetooth instead of the longer range Mesh system
@theorthobiker
Жыл бұрын
Tim! I miss Tim :( Happy to see him on your channel though :)
@TimothyBelitz
Жыл бұрын
Tim is pretty rad. Miss you, buddy!
@knappdaddy
Жыл бұрын
Wow what a day !! I gotta say all the cow puns were the best part though 😅
@jonminzner7902
Жыл бұрын
I am glad Travis ok
@alexmacdonald258
Жыл бұрын
That was a GREAT video, Ben! Gives me a real feel for the type of tracks I'd ride. It also shows no terrors for my little TDub other than fuel. Since I already have a GL gas bag with me, no worries. Thanks for sharing it with us!
@Mycatz
Жыл бұрын
Good stuff. Can’t wait to get out and hit the trail again once my ankle heals up.
@L--Z
Жыл бұрын
On a route that technical, the big adv bike should not have been carrying extra load from a dual sport. If anything, the dual sports should lighten up the load of the heavier bike in this terrain.
@406russell
Жыл бұрын
What an excellent video! Been looking forward to this series, excited for the rest of the content.
@hansenm2864
Жыл бұрын
BEAUTIFUL scenery!! 👍
@likeadog7752
Жыл бұрын
Great video.
@richardgitz2264
Жыл бұрын
This is adventure motorcycling. Good video. Know that country well.
@1bad55chev
26 күн бұрын
The big bikes are no joke, my son and I rode Oregon bdr late June 24. I was on a 1090 ktm, it is now for sale… was to heavy for me and made me feel like a beginner.
@RealSuburbanCowboy
Жыл бұрын
Great video. Looks super fun. We now use FRS radios to keep in touch while riding. You sometimes have to shut off the bikes if things are too loud, but at least you know what is going on. I know people like to take those large BMWs off road, but that sure wouldn't be my first choice.
@surfman1968
Жыл бұрын
Great job on this video. One of my favorites.
@SlowEddie
Жыл бұрын
Can’t wait to do the whole enchilada! Looks like a friggin’ blast!
@jimjim2334
Жыл бұрын
HEAT !!! Riding in the Heat ! A tip from Texas where the heat index is ranging from about 107 to 116 degrees' And I am still riding. Get yourself a cooling vest from places like Lowes, Home Depot or Amazon for about 30 bucks to wear under your PPE jacket. Just get it wet and it will stay wet for about 3-4 hours while lowering your core temp by 10-12 degrees. It is a game changer !!! When needed, just pour a 17-ounce bottle of water down your collar front and back to recharge the vest. Now your go to go 🤠👍
@rjh2772
Жыл бұрын
Good trail!
@robertkoper3039
Жыл бұрын
Careful with that heat!We are at close to 100 F(37C) in S.Spain…..I only go out early morning on my crf 300 l and that is on my home turf area.
@clintusmaximus
Жыл бұрын
im a big guy, semi new rider, and youre channel got me to get out there and start riding again. I really wanted a Tenere, and local dealer said the wait time was after December. I got super lucky, and someone had a deposit and never showed up and I’m picking my new bike up on Monday🤘🏻 ps-I was looking for gear and looking for some MIPS helmet and gear, and every time I look in the comments there’s like six or seven that say, dork in the road got me here hahahahaha great channel, and great resource 🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻
@adub59
Жыл бұрын
Good video. That said, I have lots of desert riding and racing under my belt in SoCal/AZ.. Some advice for those who don’t. Rule #1 - If you are riding in the hot months, start early…like 7am. Starting entering the hottest time of the day is….well, just crazy! Your ride should be done by early afternoon. Rule #2 - Stick together. If one of your guys goes up the wrong trail or bails off into the pucker bushes you may have a hard time finding him. That 120 mile leg is a bunch different than riding something like the WA BDR where you have shade, often water and the legs are shorter. I have spent hours laying under my bike in the desert, trying to get relief from the sun waiting for someone to retrieve my broke ass. The Dez is unforgiving and it will kill you.
@sethruter
Жыл бұрын
Great job on this one Ben, heard the temps in the beginning & I thought wow, that's nice and cool for me I'd love that 😂 .....(AZ ). From bad experiences hydrating a couple days before in hot temperate environments is vital, be surprised how quickly the stages of becoming a heat casualty come on, Liquid IV are great to have on hand
@anonymousanonymous8306
Жыл бұрын
When doing this kind of ride, nutrition is a big factor. Starting with a milkshake is a horrible idea. Great Video
@user-ww3ot2sl3x
Жыл бұрын
Ran this route 7/10 -16 in my Colorado zr2. We started at 4pm, had downloaded the wrong map, and camped at the closed gate at 9pm.Decided anyone doing this on an ADV is crazy. I had the a/c set at 70 the whole week. The dust was incredible. I thought section 2 was way worse than 1.
@coreyjberg
Жыл бұрын
That slo-mo of Timmers was a bit disturbing 😅
@DorkintheRoad
Жыл бұрын
Try hanging out with him for a week straight 😂
@TimothyBelitz
Жыл бұрын
@@DorkintheRoadsounds awful
@L--Z
Жыл бұрын
Sounds like you are the wrong demographic--that slo-mo of Timmers was a housewife's delight!
@edwardlocke874
Жыл бұрын
Best ORBDR vid yet. I agree someone is gonna die or get life flighted out of stage 1
@MrBeltaine
Жыл бұрын
34:02 This for sure. As you said, there really needs to be a means of posting closures
@AT2021Rocker
Жыл бұрын
Oregon is off my BDR list.
@dirty-moto
Жыл бұрын
I live in Las Vegas and would love to ride with you if ever possible! If nothing else, stop in for a safe place to park your bike and shower up and relax in a year-round pool. I only got into motorcycles upon moving to Nevada, would've loved to ride back when I lived in western Washington and be under some of that "shade" that I can never find out here.
@luvnotvideos
Жыл бұрын
Seriously, heat stroke is no joke. And it creeps up on you exponentially. If you've already been through heat exhaustion, you're more susceptible to heat stroke, so please be careful. One thing I've taken to doing when riding in extreme heat - even in the city - is carrying a collapsible umbrella. Yeah, it looks weird when I pop it open, but the instant shade means the difference between finishing a ride just feeling overly tired versus pushing through with a splitting migraine that will put me down for two days afterwards.
@richardstephens9647
Жыл бұрын
If I have it right there were three riders that broke legs on the WABDR in 2022. The rut that took your friend Mike out is where my Ural ran out of ground clearance at 25 mph or so, and bang; ripped the left muffler off. It pogo'd the bike up into the air and uh, it was an abrupt change in the line I was taking. I naturally put my left foot out like I was on 2 wheels. Fortunately my short legs didn't let my foot reach and get trapped in that rut. I am an experienced rider and I underestimated the depth of that rut and the line through it. SMH. After about an hour pounding the exhaust back into place we continued on at a somewhat more cautious pace. Sections 5 and 6 accounted for the other two guy's broken legs. THIS year we've had heat...F'd up and got a bit heat stressed myself two weeks ago and we carry plenty of fluids too. SMH, I know one thing Black is no longer my fave color for riding gear. Glad Travis is OK. That locked gate is total BS. You guys had quite the experience. Teamwork and Brotherhood always pull through. Take care and Beef Safe!
@ThreeStreets42
Жыл бұрын
Bens are pretty awesome.... I live in Louisiana so 90+ days with 70-90% humidity is the norm in summer. Heat stroke is no joke!
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