There's no better feeling of freedom than when you don't care what others think of you, your kit, your bike, your journeys or care about what they have or have done. This type of freedom sits far better on a motorcycle and provides happier memories.
haha, that's a Man thing.. Every Man needs a cave after a day at work - even if it looks just like a garage to the outside world (Men are from Mars - Women from Venus)
Pavlin, this is absolutely spot on ! Having been into bikes since an early age, raced from my early teens, done extremely stupid but exciting things on motorcycles (and still do 🤗). I have experienced this many times in my years and still the fire is poked when I see some social media clips. But years ago there wasn't someone with a smartphone ready to capture the moment, even a decent camera was a scarce thing. The races would have a dedicated photographer and you hoped he captured you so you could buy a photo from him, a colour or black and white piece of paper that held a memory on outside of your head. I see things now on social media getting likes or going viral, and often it was just "normal" stuff we did clowning around on our bikes decades ago. Tricks, stunts, advice. But we only have the memories on a pic or in our minds to reflect on as we watch thousands of people post replies in awe, and the hosts often even monetize from it. It's a different world as they say. Often these memories will be spoken when us oldies get together and we have a laugh as we reminisce. It's nice to have the tech these days to try and share a moment on our rides or adventure, but in reality nobody can truly understand the feelings that a particular photo or video means to you. As often quoted "nobody cares about your social media", sounds harsh, but there is truth in it. Enjoy what you do, but do it for yourself and your own reason without the worry and expense of pleasing other people that are craving digital affirmation from social media 🤙
Very true. It works from the other side of the screen , too. People who are unlucky enough to be born into difficult circumstances did not know there was a different world until travellers arrived. They were met with curiosity, and Openness. Now even the poorest of people have a mobile phone, and can see the rest of the world. Now curiosity is replaced with envy of a life most can never have. They will never own a bike or be able to travel or even leave their home. Travellers are now met differently. The world is different now. We are very lucky. Travelling is different now at times. But fortunately most of the world is good. Ride safe and happy travels 👍
when i was a kid in the 60's we were poor but didn't know it coz everyone else on our estate was the same. i started my wanderlust by getting on my bike wondering what was around the corner. i now travel by motorbike but think you only truly know when going there yourself. GL
'Now curiosity is replaced with envy of a life most can never have' - only because the world is arranged that way by rich western selfish pricks far too much onto materialism - there is enough resources in the world to give everyone a good standard of life.....................
Another great insightful video with a very important message. I think another envy issue is, bike envy. I have had up to 7 motorcycles in my garage and am as happy now with 1. I used to think, if only I had a ……………., Fill in the blank, T7, 1250 GSA, Ducati Desert X, 890R, … I cannot even ride the bike I have to its limits. Sure, pretty much if you want to ride dual-sport type stuff you need a bike different than a moto GP bike. So be happy where you are and enjoy your ride.
Thanks for your videos. I enjoy your topics, real world and from the heart. I am planning a trip to Iceland in the coming summer. I’m shipping my Honda Transalp from America. At the moment I’m setting up my bike with crash bars, skid plate and panniers. My plan is to explore for 3 to 4 weeks then take the ferry to the Farro Islands. From there I’m taking the Ferry to Norway and then going to the North Cape. After that I’m heading to mainland Europe and eventually to Germany. This trip is a life long journey for me. My plan is to camp most of the time and perhaps a cheap hotel. I like your common sense videos and for me they make good points. Bye for now and again thanks for your advice. Chris
Well said father Pav. Get away from electronic entertainment and get out there and ride, that's what keeps us young and alive no matter how old you are. Watching TV and social media sites too often just dulls the brain and turns you into a vegetable. That's what they are designed to do. If you get bored just do what the man said and create something, anything, even riding down a road you have never been down before instead of using the same old pathways that we always use is creating new experiences for your mind to digest and new memories for the future. It's only when you are out there alone that you will find your true self. Keep up the good work Father Pavlin. 👍
mate your absolutely correct run your own race live your own life , i film my rides so my kids have a memory of what im doing when adventuring,like’s subscribers and shares dont matter the memories do, ride safe mate cheers
Again this Australian finds himself in total agreement with a stranger in Bulgaria! I don't 'do' social media, apart from here. But your calling out of consumerism, and the envy it runs on, as well as social media's role in this, is accurate and timely. Again, a 'voice of reason' amongst all the current madness. We need to be doing our trips for ourselves, not to take impressive pictures for the strangers on social media you refer to! Keeping it simple, and going your own way, sound advice to travellers of every type. Good job. I'm going for a ride, as I do most days. On my own, and where I want! Hopefully no 'roos today after a nasty one last week.
I wouldn’t call it envy, but I do follow a couple of sailors on TH-cam and sometimes wish that I was young again, to be doing what they are doing. Also of course I follow you and a couple of other motorcycle adventurers. Fortunately age has not yet limited my motorcycling ambitions. What I get from all this is, when things are not going my way (example bad weather or breakdowns ), I ask myself “ what would …..insert name……do?” and this enables me to deal with whatever is the inconvenience with more confidence or stoicism.
I guess I’m living vicariously through others. While I ride often, locally, I enjoy watching others, like you, in other parts of the world I know I’ll never get to. Thank you for your videos and encouragement.
It's winter where I live and there's snow everywhere. I won't be able to ride for a few more months. However, I too enjoy watching others, especially and mainly at this time of year when I can't ride.
Well and perfectly said! Your comments reminded me of the book 'Zen and the art of motorcycle maintenance'. hmmm, thanks for prompting that memory, going to fish it out of my bookshelf now (I know it's hiding somewhere) and re-read... and by the way, sorry to hear you had to change plans on your Africa trip, however, do reach out if you require some local advice & support from South Africa. Would be happy to help, greetings from bike to bike 🤠🏍
Павлин, ты красавчик, правильную тему поднял, думаю это осознается с возрастом, даже с приходом ответственности, когда главный фокус - семья, дом работа. Тогда уже расставляешь приоритеты и понимаешь, что не нужно ни за кем гнаться, а получать удовольствие от планирования и прокладывания собственного пути, если мы говорим про мотопутешествия, а не гнаться за повторением маршрутов людей, для которых мотопутешествия это работа и бизнес. Для меня мотоциклы и путешествия это просто отличный способ отдохнуть ОТ РАБОТЫ, этот концепт всегда держу в голове - на мотоцикле нужно отдыхать - эмоционально, драйвово, захватывающе, но отдыхать и открывать для себя что-то новое об этом мире.
I agree on everything, but most of the times if you're not into some social media, you don't exist. Since some months ago, I was also thinking about quitting the rest of the social media and keeping only TH-cam as content creator. Brilliant man. Cheers 🍻
Keeping up with the Jones is real in many aspects of our lives. What kind of car they have, house, clothes, boat, and even motorcycle and gear. Very good advice!
As I venture out to create my own channel, I appreciate the items you discussed in this video. I've found myself even more on my phone as I try to get more visible, and envying other channels.
And this is why this channel is awsome and way better than others : regular injection of good old common sense mixed with rationnality and strong logic. Thank you !
Very nice views and thoughts. I think its good influencers talk about important topics like this 👍 It's easy to get carried away looking at all sorts of nice youtube and insta content, but happiness i think comes from inside not from envy, expensive objects or travel.
To try and gain satisfaction by competing with others in a material way or by promoting an illusion of your life through social media is like chasing the wind......just get out the door and do something worthwhile! A thought provoking video Pavlin. Cheers.
Good vid Pavlin. One needs to know their limits. Enjoy life as you can. At 68 I don't have time nor do I want to wait. It may be a bunch of local rides on roads I have discovered on 4 wheels in the last three or so years. Covid was a one person show going and seeing where I wanted to ride to. I had it and almost died. NOW is the time, right after my new right knee, Getting old sucks but beats the hell out of the alternative.Penelope, Natile Sense, Jay Legere, Swedwoods, all our nordic friends, Simple living Alaska, Marc Travels, electric Zero bike, interesting, Woodsongs, Lavi and Ollie, RTW by youngest couple, Big Rock Moto, Truck House life Norwegian Xplorer, Motorcycle Travel Channel, Sterling Noren does a great job, Classic Rides, another really good production. just some diverse channels besides full time riding.
Thanks for yet another good video about life and values, Pavlin - away from the fashionable hardcore off-road extreme tech or adventure riding that many brands are trying so hard to push down our throats. By the way, I like your workshop very much: the neatly stored tools, the relics of former trips (chains and sprockets), the comfy cosy stove at the back, and: who is the gentleman in the framed painting at 4:43? Thanks!
I grew up in the 80’s where you had to have you own look to stand out. Envy has never been a problem for me, as the song goes “I don’t care “ as long as I am doing my own thing , not hurting others and enjoying myself that’s the way I travel. You don’t need any latest gizmos (although would be nice) my main focus is to have enough money and time to travel
Thank you. Great movie, you raised a very important topic! I confirm that conscious choice is very important in life. Then there is no chance for us to choose envy. The fireplace in the background does a job :)
Omg i am the same Pavlin, I create routes, tours and watch TH-cam. Currently working out finances for a trip to Croatia & Italy from UK. Very good advice, dont be jealous but do learn from those that do, before you know it you become a dooer 👍
Excellent again Pavlin, helping others that need it is also a great way to keep busy and feeling good about yourself and others . Time is the great equalizer. Cheers chuck 😊 Chhers
Great gems of wisdom Pavlin. Less is more most of the time. People spend money they do not have on stuff/adventures they do not need to impress people they do not even like. You are correct, envy and comparing ourselves to others via social media is not good. Good job again old wise one. Dave from Canada
I have similar ideas since long time and I've never been afraid to express them. I don't remember how many times I've been called "old" or "retrograde" 🙂 Sadly many people are ignorant to common sense.
Wise words Pavlin. I like to travel by motorcycle to take in the culture, enjoy the ride and photograph it, but just for my pleasure and not others or to make money. Thinking about next trip .....
After so many videos and ideas that TH-cam gave me over the year about motorcycles, you killed my illusions for 6 months. Now I don't want to travel, just to ride on dirt roads.
I always enjoy what you have to say, but envy is one thing i just don't understand. if i really wanted or needed 'more' i'd find a way to get it, if i see someone with a better bike/gear/accommodation or whatever i just think good, on 'em, and i enjoy seeing m8's and family being successful, it doesn't affect me. i don't have any social media accounts and i agree that the constant barrage can sway opinions for some, and make them phone zombies, but IMHO the best thing you can have is time for yourself, coz money comes and goes, and anyway If i plan a trip i generally stay at places i get value, like backpackers, youth hostels, cheap pensions, and you tend to meet a more interesting & grounded traveller at these places anyway. getting a good deal and doing it on the 'cheap;' can also give you pleasue in beating the system, and also better memories, as It's what's inside that counts. GL
and you tend to meet a more interesting & grounded traveller at these places. 100% - I once check out of a posh hotel in Egypt that had been booked and paid for by someone who tried to scam me - Why. Because breakast was French, served by a waiter in a tuxedo and the only other two ppl there were a couple from Manchester (who didn't talk to each other!)
Hi Pavlin, yet another great video. Personally I don't do any social media especially Facebook. I can't afford to do any big trips and see the world although I have done some big tours around Europe in the past. I only watch TH-cam and ride my bike when I get the opportunity. It might sound daft but I like having my bike as much as riding it. Keep the videos coming.
Very well put, I had to put a trip on the back burner for now but decided on a smaller trip as realistically, I just could not afford it. Someday will do just not at this time.
Well done Pav. Just the right words Even if i dont travel much and i never put a wheel on loose ground i always follow your contents Really enjoy your channel Thaks again
Excellent philosophical yet real issues a lot of people face. I think us most of us old farts are immune to it. But, those young ones who were digesting Social Media from a baby fall into all the points you made. I made a conscious decision to not go out of my way to photograph or video my trips but to savor them. That said, I don't have a TH-cam channel either or Instagram, Facebook, the most toxic, Twitter 🤮or any of the other toxic cesspool accounts. I'm glad you brought this up. I've seen riders with their bikes covered in cameras mounted around their bikes and a drone case on the back. I can imagine all the things you have to keep track of, consider or plan for. That is not what I call stress free adventuring. I don't even listen to music while I ride as there is enough sh!t to concentrate on with inattentive drivers on the road and what is on the road. Planning trips around cost sucks but necessary, I have cancelled trips due to that very reason, plus time. Your approach to Social Media is smart. Thank you Pavlin.
The Carnivore Diet is something that saved my life! I went from 155kg to 99kg, from 170 over 110 blood pressure to 120 over 70 in 3 months, the weight took about a year. Without health I can't ride my bike. What's best about the diet is you can only have One Meal A Day(OMAD) and never be hungry (Hungary, Hahaha) Pavlin! Thank you.
no TV for me, either! My motorcycle knowledge was obtained at the University of TH-cam I watch for education/learning. When a motorcycle traveler was debating camping vs. motels, I said, "The cheapest way is to stay home ... and watch other people's travel videos!"
Hi i make you spot on we are in danger of becoming Internet bikers watching others do while we say one day . that will niver come thanks again long may your travels continue Ride safe
another great video Pavlin👍👍😍 but the lesson is not just for motorcycling, but for the life, that's why I don't even have a smartphone, I hate it, it takes away your freedom, freedom is motorcycling😍👍👍👍
You are absolutely right... FB is for many people a platform to be great, because they are a small number in real life and want to be admired. I only use FB in technical groups for technical tips for me or I can give tips. No food photos, no family fotos.... the same is YT for me. Only for my hobby ... technical films, traveling films sometimes political documentary films or historical films. I use very seldom Whatsapp or Signal (only family). Mostly I use YT in stead of TV. I thank all the people who make good films on YT. It s a lot of work to edit a film.
Weeeeellllllll, now that you mention it, I'm just a little bit in debt after following your channel and other ADV themed channels. You're right, I just need to go out and ride.
I envy one thing...Your stove 😅 So cool, never so one like that in France ! The tubing should be nice to gain few degrees during winter work in the garage ! 👍
Social networks are nor social, nor networks. As you said, they are not our friends, they are our enemies. I left FB maybe 5-6 years ago and never regret it. I don't feel like going back there to live others lives. I have my own. Real.
Good attitude , I use utube .. to look for information ...and a few riders that I believe I could learn something ... Alain & Yellow ps I ride a Can Am ryker but during winter we cannot ride ...
So true indeed. Most of the adventure riders just try to immitate their fav "adv heroes" Like, al of them must go to this and that route, just to prove that they are real adventurers. Thats why Transfagarashan is overcrowded. Thats why every 2-3 years theres millions of vids of the "new best adv bike". So much technical info, so little adventure. Like, they plan their routes on highways and 5star hotels. Man, they get 25-30K bikes, and never get out of rist class roads. Wheres the adventure, wheres the unknown. Everything is well prepared, there are no surprises. I am not saying dont have a plan, but cmon. The only thing missing is autopilot - just sit back and relax.
When I start thinking about that, if a person does travel (or anything) his/her own way, it is more likely that it will leave a mark in the other peoples minds and eyes!! Rather than doing everything the same was as others, and not being truly happy in the process....
Correct as usual. Isn't South America going to be hot in December, I would have thought spring or autumn would be better time to travel? Now that you have cancelled Africa you could bring South America forward.
There's no better feeling of freedom than when you don't care what others think of you, your kit, your bike, your journeys or care about what they have or have done. This type of freedom sits far better on a motorcycle and provides happier memories.
I agree!
Absolutely - as I get older, my levels of care is dropping fast 😅
Another episode of Father Pavlin and his life advices! Love it!
Thanks for taking the time again, man!
Very true brother . My grandfather used to say " make your own way and cut your own cloth".
Clever words!
Yours is the voice of sanity! We all need reminding to stay realistic. However, I do envy your garage! ( just a little bit).
Thanks, man!
haha, that's a Man thing.. Every Man needs a cave after a day at work - even if it looks just like a garage to the outside world (Men are from Mars - Women from Venus)
Pavlin, this is absolutely spot on !
Having been into bikes since an early age, raced from my early teens, done extremely stupid but exciting things on motorcycles (and still do 🤗).
I have experienced this many times in my years and still the fire is poked when I see some social media clips.
But years ago there wasn't someone with a smartphone ready to capture the moment, even a decent camera was a scarce thing. The races would have a dedicated photographer and you hoped he captured you so you could buy a photo from him, a colour or black and white piece of paper that held a memory on outside of your head.
I see things now on social media getting likes or going viral, and often it was just "normal" stuff we did clowning around on our bikes decades ago. Tricks, stunts, advice.
But we only have the memories on a pic or in our minds to reflect on as we watch thousands of people post replies in awe, and the hosts often even monetize from it. It's a different world as they say.
Often these memories will be spoken when us oldies get together and we have a laugh as we reminisce.
It's nice to have the tech these days to try and share a moment on our rides or adventure, but in reality nobody can truly understand the feelings that a particular photo or video means to you.
As often quoted "nobody cares about your social media", sounds harsh, but there is truth in it.
Enjoy what you do, but do it for yourself and your own reason without the worry and expense of pleasing other people that are craving digital affirmation from social media 🤙
Thanks for sharing your experience!
Very true.
It works from the other side of the screen , too.
People who are unlucky enough to be born into difficult circumstances did not know there was a different world until travellers arrived. They were met with curiosity, and Openness.
Now even the poorest of people have a mobile phone, and can see the rest of the world.
Now curiosity is replaced with envy of a life most can never have. They will never own a bike or be able to travel or even leave their home.
Travellers are now met differently. The world is different now. We are very lucky.
Travelling is different now at times.
But fortunately most of the world is good.
Ride safe and happy travels 👍
I agree that it is a strange world now, but...nothing we can do about it!
when i was a kid in the 60's we were poor but didn't know it coz everyone else on our estate was the same. i started my wanderlust by getting on my bike wondering what was around the corner. i now travel by motorbike but think you only truly know when going there yourself. GL
'Now curiosity is replaced with envy of a life most can never have' - only because the world is arranged that way by rich western selfish pricks far too much onto materialism - there is enough resources in the world to give everyone a good standard of life.....................
It is what it is, but we don't need to live in this fake reality!
Another great insightful video with a very important message.
I think another envy issue is, bike envy. I have had up to 7 motorcycles in my garage and am as happy now with 1.
I used to think, if only I had a ……………., Fill in the blank, T7, 1250 GSA, Ducati Desert X, 890R, …
I cannot even ride the bike I have to its limits. Sure, pretty much if you want to ride dual-sport type stuff you need a bike different than a moto GP bike.
So be happy where you are and enjoy your ride.
Thanks for sharing!
don't beat yourself up Doug - there's a multi $billion industry trying to programme your mind every day. Just be grateful you beat them!
Came for the Specific Motorcycle related topic, leaving with the much needed life lesson. Thanx Pavlin. Stay Blessed.
Glad it was helpful!
From the TH-camrs world, you are different & that's the reason, you are followed. Keep doing what you like & we will follow.
I appreciate that!
Sound advice as always! Thank you for beeing 100% real and honest with us! Can't wait to see more of your trips! All the best!
Thanks so much!!
Thanks for your videos. I enjoy your topics, real world and from the heart. I am planning a trip to Iceland in the coming summer. I’m shipping my Honda Transalp from America. At the moment I’m setting up my bike with crash bars, skid plate and panniers. My plan is to explore for 3 to 4 weeks then take the ferry to the Farro Islands. From there I’m taking the Ferry to Norway and then going to the North Cape. After that I’m heading to mainland Europe and eventually to Germany. This trip is a life long journey for me. My plan is to camp most of the time and perhaps a cheap hotel.
I like your common sense videos and for me they make good points. Bye for now and again thanks for your advice.
Chris
Thanks for taking the time and sharing your plans. I wish you all the best on your journey!
Well said father Pav. Get away from electronic entertainment and get out there and ride, that's what keeps us young and alive no matter how old you are. Watching TV and social media sites too often just dulls the brain and turns you into a vegetable. That's what they are designed to do. If you get bored just do what the man said and create something, anything, even riding down a road you have never been down before instead of using the same old pathways that we always use is creating new experiences for your mind to digest and new memories for the future. It's only when you are out there alone that you will find your true self. Keep up the good work Father Pavlin. 👍
Thanks, man!
😮your common sense makes you more human. That is why i come back checking your videos. Keep the good work ! 🎉
I appreciate that!
You are one of the best TH-camr about motocycles, very clear and effective tips you gived every time
I appreciate that!
mate your absolutely correct run your own race live your own life , i film my rides so my kids have a memory of what im doing when adventuring,like’s subscribers and shares dont matter the memories do, ride safe mate cheers
True!
Again this Australian finds himself in total agreement with a stranger in Bulgaria! I don't 'do' social media, apart from here. But your calling out of consumerism, and the envy it runs on, as well as social media's role in this, is accurate and timely. Again, a 'voice of reason' amongst all the current madness.
We need to be doing our trips for ourselves, not to take impressive pictures for the strangers on social media you refer to! Keeping it simple, and going your own way, sound advice to travellers of every type. Good job. I'm going for a ride, as I do most days. On my own, and where I want! Hopefully no 'roos today after a nasty one last week.
Thanks for sharing your opinion and good luck on your rides!
So many Roos 🙄 I’ll see 50-60 going to work some days. It’s about half an hour away.
Channels like Yours Pavlin are 100% worth watching and subscribing. Good luck on your trips and if we meet somewhere on the road, lunch is on me 🙂
Awesome, thank you!
I wouldn’t call it envy, but I do follow a couple of sailors on TH-cam and sometimes wish that I was young again, to be doing what they are doing. Also of course I follow you and a couple of other motorcycle adventurers. Fortunately age has not yet limited my motorcycling ambitions.
What I get from all this is, when things are not going my way (example bad weather or breakdowns ), I ask myself “ what would …..insert name……do?” and this enables me to deal with whatever is the inconvenience with more confidence or stoicism.
Fair enough! Thanks for sharing!
Thank you for your advice. I thought I was crazy for thinking just the way you do. Don’t run with the crowd. Make your own way at your own pace.
Good man!
I guess I’m living vicariously through others. While I ride often, locally, I enjoy watching others, like you, in other parts of the world I know I’ll never get to. Thank you for your videos and encouragement.
Thanks for sharing!
It's winter where I live and there's snow everywhere. I won't be able to ride for a few more months. However, I too enjoy watching others, especially and mainly at this time of year when I can't ride.
Well and perfectly said! Your comments reminded me of the book 'Zen and the art of motorcycle maintenance'. hmmm, thanks for prompting that memory, going to fish it out of my bookshelf now (I know it's hiding somewhere) and re-read... and by the way, sorry to hear you had to change plans on your Africa trip, however, do reach out if you require some local advice & support from South Africa. Would be happy to help, greetings from bike to bike 🤠🏍
Thanks, man!
Павлин, ты красавчик, правильную тему поднял, думаю это осознается с возрастом, даже с приходом ответственности, когда главный фокус - семья, дом работа. Тогда уже расставляешь приоритеты и понимаешь, что не нужно ни за кем гнаться, а получать удовольствие от планирования и прокладывания собственного пути, если мы говорим про мотопутешествия, а не гнаться за повторением маршрутов людей, для которых мотопутешествия это работа и бизнес. Для меня мотоциклы и путешествия это просто отличный способ отдохнуть ОТ РАБОТЫ, этот концепт всегда держу в голове - на мотоцикле нужно отдыхать - эмоционально, драйвово, захватывающе, но отдыхать и открывать для себя что-то новое об этом мире.
Точно! Спасибо за просмотра!
I agree on everything, but most of the times if you're not into some social media, you don't exist.
Since some months ago, I was also thinking about quitting the rest of the social media and keeping only TH-cam as content creator.
Brilliant man. Cheers 🍻
Fair enough! Moderation is the key.
Keeping up with the Jones is real in many aspects of our lives. What kind of car they have, house, clothes, boat, and even motorcycle and gear. Very good advice!
True, the more you stay away, the better!
Pavlin....You advice about life is always very helpful. I'm really happy you are on TH-cam.
Thanks, man!
As I venture out to create my own channel, I appreciate the items you discussed in this video. I've found myself even more on my phone as I try to get more visible, and envying other channels.
Glad to help!
And this is why this channel is awsome and way better than others : regular injection of good old common sense mixed with rationnality and strong logic. Thank you !
Any time!
Very nice views and thoughts. I think its good influencers talk about important topics like this 👍 It's easy to get carried away looking at all sorts of nice youtube and insta content, but happiness i think comes from inside not from envy, expensive objects or travel.
Yes, you are right, happiness comes from inside.
He is right👍 I've seen 6 min of this clip now and will follow his recommendation: Time to go offline now!
Great!
Spoken like a true Bulgarian. We were raised the right way. I love the picture of Vasil Levski.
Thanks, man!
To try and gain satisfaction by competing with others in a material way or by promoting an illusion of your life through social media is like chasing the wind......just get out the door and do something worthwhile! A thought provoking video Pavlin. Cheers.
Thanks for taking the time!
Good vid Pavlin. One needs to know their limits. Enjoy life as you can. At 68 I don't have time nor do I want to wait. It may be a bunch of local rides on roads I have discovered on 4 wheels in the last three or so years. Covid was a one person show going and seeing where I wanted to ride to. I had it and almost died. NOW is the time, right after my new right knee, Getting old sucks but beats the hell out of the alternative.Penelope, Natile Sense, Jay Legere, Swedwoods, all our nordic friends, Simple living Alaska, Marc Travels, electric Zero bike, interesting, Woodsongs, Lavi and Ollie, RTW by youngest couple, Big Rock Moto, Truck House life Norwegian Xplorer, Motorcycle Travel Channel, Sterling Noren does a great job, Classic Rides, another really good production. just some diverse channels besides full time riding.
Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for yet another good video about life and values, Pavlin - away from the fashionable hardcore off-road extreme tech or adventure riding that many brands are trying so hard to push down our throats.
By the way, I like your workshop very much: the neatly stored tools, the relics of former trips (chains and sprockets), the comfy cosy stove at the back, and: who is the gentleman in the framed painting at 4:43? Thanks!
Thanks for taking the time. He is the greatest Bulgarian that we ever had: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vasil_Levski
Dear Pavlin, This is so true! Comparison is the end of happiness.
Exactly!
I grew up in the 80’s where you had to have you own look to stand out. Envy has never been a problem for me, as the song goes “I don’t care “ as long as I am doing my own thing , not hurting others and enjoying myself that’s the way I travel. You don’t need any latest gizmos (although would be nice) my main focus is to have enough money and time to travel
Good philosophy!
Thank you. Great movie, you raised a very important topic! I confirm that conscious choice is very important in life. Then there is no chance for us to choose envy.
The fireplace in the background does a job :)
Thanks, man!
Omg i am the same Pavlin, I create routes, tours and watch TH-cam. Currently working out finances for a trip to Croatia & Italy from UK. Very good advice, dont be jealous but do learn from those that do, before you know it you become a dooer 👍
Best of luck!
I like that rear shock lamp on the workbench beneath your radio.
Good! It is a gift from a friend.
Excellent again Pavlin, helping others that need it is also a great way to keep busy and feeling good about yourself and others .
Time is the great equalizer.
Cheers chuck 😊
Chhers
Absolutely!
Great video and so spot on, I also do not watch TV blah blah, love your direct no nonsense approach
Much appreciated!
Great gems of wisdom Pavlin. Less is more most of the time. People spend money they do not have on stuff/adventures they do not need to impress people they do not even like.
You are correct, envy and comparing ourselves to others via social media is not good. Good job again old wise one. Dave from Canada
Glad it was helpful, Dave!
I have similar ideas since long time and I've never been afraid to express them. I don't remember how many times I've been called "old" or "retrograde" 🙂 Sadly many people are ignorant to common sense.
Thanks for sharing!
Correct Pavlin very good analysis!.
Thanks, man!
great advice^.^ Just be yourself and do what fits you('re likings) and situation:)
Absolutely!
Wise words Pavlin. I like to travel by motorcycle to take in the culture, enjoy the ride and photograph it, but just for my pleasure and not others or to make money. Thinking about next trip .....
Thanks for sharing, man!
Great video, tnx👍👍
Any time!
After so many videos and ideas that TH-cam gave me over the year about motorcycles, you killed my illusions for 6 months. Now I don't want to travel, just to ride on dirt roads.
You don't have to listen!
I always enjoy what you have to say, but envy is one thing i just don't understand. if i really wanted or needed 'more' i'd find a way to get it, if i see someone with a better bike/gear/accommodation or whatever i just think good, on 'em, and i enjoy seeing m8's and family being successful, it doesn't affect me. i don't have any social media accounts and i agree that the constant barrage can sway opinions for some, and make them phone zombies, but IMHO the best thing you can have is time for yourself, coz money comes and goes, and anyway If i plan a trip i generally stay at places i get value, like backpackers, youth hostels, cheap pensions, and you tend to meet a more interesting & grounded traveller at these places anyway. getting a good deal and doing it on the 'cheap;' can also give you pleasue in beating the system, and also better memories, as It's what's inside that counts. GL
Thanks for sharing your opinion!
and you tend to meet a more interesting & grounded traveller at these places. 100% - I once check out of a posh hotel in Egypt that had been booked and paid for by someone who tried to scam me - Why. Because breakast was French, served by a waiter in a tuxedo and the only other two ppl there were a couple from Manchester (who didn't talk to each other!)
Great video ! As usual. You are absolutely right !
Thanks, man!
👍 Good advice. In the words of that famous philosopher Clint Eastwood, "Man's got to know his limitations."
Agree!
Hi Pavlin, yet another great video. Personally I don't do any social media especially Facebook. I can't afford to do any big trips and see the world although I have done some big tours around Europe in the past. I only watch TH-cam and ride my bike when I get the opportunity. It might sound daft but I like having my bike as much as riding it. Keep the videos coming.
Thanks for sharing!
Very well put, I had to put a trip on the back burner for now but decided on a smaller trip as realistically, I just could not afford it. Someday will do just not at this time.
Do whatever is good for you!
Well done Pav.
Just the right words
Even if i dont travel much and i never put a wheel on loose ground i always follow your contents
Really enjoy your channel
Thaks again
I am glad that the channel helps!
Nice. Right in the 🎯! Svaka čast komšija!
Thanks!
Your are spot on thanks from the far north of Scotland
Glad to help!
Excellent philosophical yet real issues a lot of people face. I think us most of us old farts are immune to it. But, those young ones who were digesting Social Media from a baby fall into all the points you made. I made a conscious decision to not go out of my way to photograph or video my trips but to savor them. That said, I don't have a TH-cam channel either or Instagram, Facebook, the most toxic, Twitter 🤮or any of the other toxic cesspool accounts. I'm glad you brought this up. I've seen riders with their bikes covered in cameras mounted around their bikes and a drone case on the back. I can imagine all the things you have to keep track of, consider or plan for. That is not what I call stress free adventuring. I don't even listen to music while I ride as there is enough sh!t to concentrate on with inattentive drivers on the road and what is on the road. Planning trips around cost sucks but necessary, I have cancelled trips due to that very reason, plus time. Your approach to Social Media is smart. Thank you Pavlin.
Thank you for sharing your opinion and experience on this topic!
Great advice as usual. Really enjoy your channel. Rusty from Blaine Washington USA.😁
Awesome! Thank you, Rusty!
You are talking about life. I agree.
Good!
December is too hot for traveling in South America, except for the south of Argentina and Chile (Patagonia) and sometimes even there.
I am aware, but thanks!
The Carnivore Diet is something that saved my life! I went from 155kg to 99kg, from 170 over 110 blood pressure to 120 over 70 in 3 months, the weight took about a year. Without health I can't ride my bike. What's best about the diet is you can only have One Meal A Day(OMAD) and never be hungry (Hungary, Hahaha) Pavlin! Thank you.
You wrote a commend in a wrong channel, but thanks, anyway!
@@motorcycleadventures I did that on purpose.
Great message, something for all of us to consider.
I am glad that it was heard!
This is one the best advices ever!
Thanks!
no TV for me, either! My motorcycle knowledge was obtained at the University of TH-cam I watch for education/learning. When a motorcycle traveler was debating camping vs. motels, I said, "The cheapest way is to stay home ... and watch other people's travel videos!"
Fair enough! This will be the future of traveling for many, stay at home and watch others. Sad but true!
Hi i make you spot on we are in danger of becoming Internet bikers watching others do while we say one day . that will niver come thanks again long may your travels continue
Ride safe
It is what it is!
another great video Pavlin👍👍😍 but the lesson is not just for motorcycling, but for the life, that's why I don't even have a smartphone, I hate it, it takes away your freedom, freedom is motorcycling😍👍👍👍
Fair enough!
You ar amazing person. Thak you for your job, and sharing your cnolage :)
Thanks for watching!
Well said. By the way, who is the portrait on your wall?
Thanks, man! en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vasil_Levski
True.. true... go broke 3 times a day while watching other travelers... meanwhile myself traveling only in YT... :D
Thanks for sharing!
You are absolutely right... FB is for many people a platform to be great, because they are a small number in real life and want to be admired. I only use FB in technical groups for technical tips for me or I can give tips. No food photos, no family fotos.... the same is YT for me. Only for my hobby ... technical films, traveling films sometimes political documentary films or historical films. I use very seldom Whatsapp or Signal (only family). Mostly I use YT in stead of TV. I thank all the people who make good films on YT. It s a lot of work to edit a film.
Thanks for sharing your experience!
All very true and why I've moved away from group rides 😂
Good decision!
Weeeeellllllll, now that you mention it, I'm just a little bit in debt after following your channel and other ADV themed channels. You're right, I just need to go out and ride.
You will be fine!
Excellent advice.
Thank you for sharing.
My pleasure! Thanks for listening!
Truth as it is, thank you Pavlin.
Any time!
This is, as far, Your best video I've seen 👍 Thanks
Thanks, man!
I made the mistake of traveling with another older gentleman once and he traveled do expensive I had to use credit and it took three years to recover.
Thanks for sharing!
Pavel, I’m from Brazil and I will recomend you to visit south america during de spring season or even In the winter. December is to rainy and so on.
It is rainy in Brazil, but not in Argentina.
Good advices Pavlin!
Thanks, man!
In short: Don't social media, be happy ;-) As you say, Pavlin: Envy is a vice that will destroy you. Wise words, Günter/Nürnberg
Thanks for taking the time again, Günter!
Wise words. I really liked the video!
Thanks, man!
Spot on in my book. Well said👍
Thanks, man!
Thank you for your videos. Safe travels.
My pleasure!
Best advice !!! i hear in a long time
Thanks, man!
I envy one thing...Your stove 😅 So cool, never so one like that in France ! The tubing should be nice to gain few degrees during winter work in the garage ! 👍
Cool! Thanks for taking the time!
Social networks are nor social, nor networks. As you said, they are not our friends, they are our enemies. I left FB maybe 5-6 years ago and never regret it. I don't feel like going back there to live others lives. I have my own. Real.
Thanks for sharing!
Well said my friend 👍🏻
Thanks!
Well said.
Thanks, man!
Good attitude , I use utube .. to look for information ...and a few riders that I believe I could learn something ... Alain & Yellow ps I ride a Can Am ryker but during winter we cannot ride ...
Thanks for sharing!
So true indeed. Most of the adventure riders just try to immitate their fav "adv heroes" Like, al of them must go to this and that route, just to prove that they are real adventurers. Thats why Transfagarashan is overcrowded.
Thats why every 2-3 years theres millions of vids of the "new best adv bike". So much technical info, so little adventure. Like, they plan their routes on highways and 5star hotels. Man, they get 25-30K bikes, and never get out of rist class roads.
Wheres the adventure, wheres the unknown. Everything is well prepared, there are no surprises. I am not saying dont have a plan, but cmon.
The only thing missing is autopilot - just sit back and relax.
It is what it is!
Truth bomb Palvin! Great video. Cheers from 🇺🇸
Thanks, man!
There is a way to deal with envy is to not care what others do.
Simple!
Well said, could not agree more........
Thanks, man!
Madness, that's the word for it Pavlin, madness!
It is what it is!
@@motorcycleadventures But it can be changed if you have a less fatalist attitude.................
True!
Love it. Well done
Glad you enjoyed it!
Very good advice
Thanks, man!
Wise words. 🙂
Thanks, man!
Terbaik Tuan ✅👍🏻
Thanks, man!
Well said
Thanks, man!
Added philosophy-good stuff
Thanks!
When I start thinking about that, if a person does travel (or anything) his/her own way, it is more likely that it will leave a mark in the other peoples minds and eyes!!
Rather than doing everything the same was as others, and not being truly happy in the process....
Exactly!
Correct as usual. Isn't South America going to be hot in December, I would have thought spring or autumn would be better time to travel? Now that you have cancelled Africa you could bring South America forward.
I might a bit, don't know yet.