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Beautiful video, I’ve ridden Touring bikes all over the western US Mexico and Canada. I just don’t think I have the skill set to do a trail like that on a dirtbike lol I’ll stick with a Jeep :-)

Thanks Nick

Hey Devin. I have to admit, suspension would have been smart

August. There had just been a couple nights of rain so it surprised us

@@parrsplace that looks like palos verdes after rain....mud sticks to tires...imposs to ride and walk....

@@spawnrcandbikes it’s interesting, not all mud is the same. Catalina had a lot of clay in it I think

Thanks so much Daryl

August

We rode the entire BDR and to and from LA. We camp as much as possible weather permitting, but enjoy motels as well.

Thanks for writing. I wanted to really make the bike reliable for remote riding so bar end shifters and mechanical disk brakes make sense to me. I’ve had broken “Brifter” cables on my road bike that trained mechanics had trouble replacing. Plus, bar end are kinda cool I think😁

Thanks, Colorado is amazing

Right you are Marty, I learn so much from him

Only about 10k. The BDR’s have been tough on it and the mud that first day was too much for it. My novice skills may have also contributed 😁

@@parrsplace Hey thanks for the reply. I have 7500 on mine and was curious. I have been reading in some forums that if the clutch isn't adjusted properly (2-3mm of free play at the lever) they will wear out super fast.

Thanks. I’m more cognizant of that now. These BackCountry Discovery Route are tough on the Sled, but I really love it and have been impressed by how capable and agile it is off road

Some of that mud looked brutal as I know how sticky that desert mud can get. Seemed like you did great out there! 🤙

Thanks, it was amazing. I would love to do it again down the road

Thanks Devin, I’ll check it out

Thanks, the. Bike did great. It was a bit rough coming off some of those big boulders without front suspension, but kinda a fun challenge.

Ya, it was tough, but I got a new clutch out of it🤣

August, first two weeks

Sorry, no, but I’m sure you can google it. A friend knew where is was. It’s a haul out there and the sand hill getting up and over was a real challenge for me

@@parrsplace thanks for the reply, I’ve tried google and no luck, n,s,e or west from Afton campground?

@@mikebaker2694 Ill see if I can get the coordinates from my friend

@@parrsplace that would great thank you

@@mikebaker2694 35°01'09.7"N 116°08'36.4"W

Thanks brother

Thanks. I wasn’t pretty, but I made it😁

Thanks Chad, I appreciate it. Any big trip plans for you in 2024. I want to do the WABDR and have a friend doing the divide route on a bicycle and am intrigued by that. So many possibilities, life is good.

I’m sure you could

Thanks, but it almost killed me🤣 I was done at the end of day 3.

Congratulations Benny.

Hi. No, it’s in California. An interesting area full of horse ranch’s and diverse plants and wildlife. To ride across Camp Pendleton these days you have to get a pass at the visitor center at the main (south) gate in Oceanside. They are good for a year and my friend had an expired pass that they glanced at and let us both through. Interstate 5 is the alternative.

Good point. I had light weight items in the seat post bag and it was centered compared to rear panniers which is a big difference.

Thanks for the comment and suggestion. That’s sounds like a good idea and will seriously consider. I certainly have thoughts after my two extended tour and have happy to share if you have any questions. My rides are on Strava so if you want to see the specific map info you could find me and them there. Strava/Fred Parr. Thanks again

Hey Eric, have a great trip. I would have to reflect back, but it’s a fast one. We usually try to do at least one section each day depending on we’re we decide to camp for the night, sights along the way, etc. My favorite part of the Idaho BDR was all the little towns so it’s fun to take time in them to eat, sightsee, etc. I would do Idaho again, fun riding, but so much of it has burned over the last 30 years. It is interesting to see the various stages of regrowth.

Saying that I’m always at my physical best is generous. 😄 I train before the trip including the use of a sauna to acclimate to heat. Lots of breaks along the trail. I try to be mindful when I’m getting tired and fatigued and slow down a bit as that’s when crashes are more common. Strong communication between the team is also critical.

@@parrsplace thank you!

Thanks, we had great weather except for the rain (mud). Not very hot at all

@@parrsplace you got lucky, I was out there early July and it was high 90's every day until I could get into Section 4.

It is a heavy bike for sure, but to each their own. When you do a 3000+ mile ride there are no perfect bike for everything. I’m on the Ducati and I like it

Ahhh wow 3k trip now I know why he took it.

Everything is a trade off it seems😃

Thanks for watching. The second video will be out soon. The 250 Rally would certainly be a blast, but carrying everything you need a lots of pavement would be a challenge. There are no perfect bikes🤣

Thanks , I appreciate it

Thanks so much, the second half which includes a new clutch on my Ducati 😫 will be out soon

Thanks, have a great trip. I hope the weather is good for you. The WOBDR is a good one. Your bikes are great for it. I started with a KLR and loved it in the dirt, but tired of the pavement to and from. We’re leaving Aug 1st for the OR and WA BDR’s back to back. Cheers

Thanks Bryan, I enjoyed Lubbock and the people I came across. I’m a retired Firefighter and have many Cop friends. I love the job but retirement is a good thing, no? 😁 I hope your enjoying it

Yes! Been retired since 13. Started riding in 14 but can’t do those long rides, old injuries. 25-50 and I’m good. Take care brother! And thanks for your service!