Changing my US dollars at the border of MAURITANIA |S7 - E17|
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 23 มี.ค. 2023
- In this episode I am starting my adventure to follow the Iron Ore Train, which runs 700 kilometers through the Sahara, in Mauritania. But before I ride to a remote part of Mauritania, I need to make sure I bring enough cash with me. The ATMs don't work, so I have to change all my US dollars for local currency, at the border of Morocco and Mauritania..
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I like how the attendant at the gas station was smoking near your fuel drenched fuel bladder. 😳Good times in Mauritania.
Life is cheap in third world countries.
Just another lie they told us! Not so flammable after all. 😂
@@ruth.greening yeah ever poured high octane 98 fuel on your BBQ its plenty flamable LOL
@@ruth.greening Waving the cigarette in the middle of fuel vapour at 5:00 is something we are not get used to in Europe.
Hilarious 😂
When I get stressed at a cliffhanger, I remind myself that I’m watching a video that she edited after the fact, so she is in fact okay.
At the very least we know she was okay when she uploaded this video...😅
I do the exact same thing every time Noraly gets into some risky situation!
It may have been something as simple as the kill switch got turned on in the fall.
I usually watch on TV (no commenting capability) but I switched to computer to make that same observation. There may have been a problem uploading the video. I suppose the Internet is a little sketchy in Mauritania.
😂😂 yeah, it looks a little sketchy to say the least.
What I’ve learned from watching this channel from time to time is no matter where you go in the world people are people. Most people are good and are willing to help.
Noraly, I have been following you since your first trip from India, have watched almost all of your series, in fact inspired by you I did a recent motorcycle trip from Austria to Pakistan covering over 25000 KMs. I remember when you said “ which track to take” myself riding in the Mongolian mountains where I lost the orientation. But you, riding in the desert, all alone, nothing around, heat, deep sand, have earned a next level of respect. Not everyone has the courage to do this.
And Arshad Bhai, you copied her logo style.. lol.
Btw.. i do watch your videos as well. Nice ones.
From India.
The guy smoking and pumping gas. 🔥 Crazy!
Showing us areas millions of us will never see.. truly awesome ❤
You’re kidding right? A desert is the most boring ride I can imagine… and fraught with danger!
The man with the cigarette near the petrol sodden bag !
What a cliff hanger ending for me to worry about all weekend. Another epic Itchyboots adventure.
Yes that’s scary
There is sòoo many people praying for her safety...I believe help is on its way!!
Yeah me too! 😱
The video was put out, so clearly she is ok.
Ojee! Thumbs up!👍👍👍
Noraly, Your tour selections are just amazing not to also mention just what a very brave person you are. not many woman would care to endue
the sheer loneliness and the risks involved with these kinds of adventures.however congratulations from us all in kiwi land NEW ZEALAND.
I'm mauritanian i never seen this place before thank you for showing me my country
Had to laugh when the guy filling you up was smoking around petrol😮.As for dodgy cars, remember catching a taxi in Kenya with Army mates the petrol tank was a 5ltr plastic container under the drivers seat next to battery.We couldn't make out why it was so drafty then realised there was no windscreen😅.Great times and thankyou for taking us on your journey.
What a big difference between Morocco and Mauritania! The former looks more modernized. Travel these huge stretches of sand WOW. I hope the problem with the pump will be solved.. I'm holding my breath. Good luck!!🛻👍👍👍
there is a big difference in economy between the two countries so its obvious
OMG Noraly, so hope you're OK, and got Alaska sorted out. What a cliffhanger ... Monday is a loooooong time to wait! 🤔🙏😎
She's obviously fine, she posted about it so has to be after the fact 😂 You only need to worry when you don't see a video or hear anything, otherwise just an inconvenience she obviously gets through.
@@MG-ih7mg obviously yes, Noraly produced this video so she must be alright ... I simply have empathy and concern for her well-being.
It was a good thing the petrol fumes spilled on the extra bag did not ignite from the garage assistant's cigarette :-) I am so impressed how Noraly confidently approaches all people and is never phased when groups of money changers gather around her for example. She doesn't seem concerned about being mugged and perhaps it is this confidence and trust in people that always gets her through.
In reality, she has more chance of being mugged in US & many developed western countries than in these less developed poorer nations whose helpful/welcoming people r always vilified by fearmongering mainstream media in d west through stereotypes & propaganda.
Mugging happens in some of the places but those muggers are their own people who steal some money, try to make it real .
It's somewhat comforting to see that Noraly is carrying what appears to be a Garmin Inreach satellite communicator.
So I've come to the conclusion that there aren't enough superlatives to describe you so I will just leave it at "amazing, stunning and breathtaking." No words really do justice.
Hi Noraly. I helped build those blue and beige locomotives in London Ontario,Canada. What a small world.
The gas attendant with the cigarette ! Be safe out there Noraly
Noraly's music is always spot-on.
As much as the problem with Alaska is worrisome we know that got it sorted by the fact that she posted this video. All we have to do is worry/wonder how long it took and how was she able to cope. Thanks for posting as always. Best wishes for your continued safety, All of your subscribers care about you. 🏍
Have been watching you in your adorable videos from your start journey from India, however in between missed some, along with me my mother also watched and was very glad to see, as she was a very strong and lived her life in educating children especially girls, she always said that the girls should be courageous and self sustainable, she passed away 2 years ago, whenever i see your videos I miss her as she mostly accompanied me while watching.
God bless you 🙏🙏🙏
"Catching" the train - fun! Oy, the end of this episode!! Because you posted the video, at least we know you are not a well-hydrated skeleton out in the desert somewhere. 😁
Amazing pictures of the train behind you Noraly with sand and blue sky , would look fabulous as a poster or photograph.
18:33 The sight of a long line of trains transporting iron ore in the middle of the desert is majestic. From a distance, it looks like a procession of ants. Very impressive.😲
Maybe this train transported the iron for your next Honda. Well, if you ask me...... I think the cars in Nouadhibou look quite good for wrecks. About Alaska not storting. I was once a car mechanic and in the Dutch language we make a difference between not "starting" and not "aanslaan" ,means it doesn't by run itself.
The solution for both problems couldn't be more different. Not starting *battery, *starting engine, *cable from battery to starting engine disconnected, *starting relay * starting button. So you push the starter button and hear nothing. Not: yiebeyiebeyiebeyiebe
Not running: you push the button or turn the key and you hear the starting engine turning, (yiebeyiebeyiebe) the combustion engine, but this isn't going to run by itself. Vroemvroemvroem. Problems: *sparkplugs, *gas, *engine flooded and much more I know !
So for the roadside assistente it is good to know what's the problem. But the professionals like ADAC, ANWB, AA, RAC have many stuff on board. How this is in Mauritanië...I don't know
This is sheer bravery Noraly, one word, absolute respect. Prayers for your safety and the Footage is jaw dropping.
Thank you,Diane, for this comment. I fully agree with you.
That's two words. 😛
Greet comment Diane 👍
Noraly is where fear goes to die!😊
Did you ever watch one of Itchy Boots videos and realize that a simple thumbs-up just wasn't enough? What an epic journey to share with us!
All the time.
We should get to do a thumbs up each time we watch. I'd much rather watch these videos over and over than almost anything else. Some videos I have watched dozens of times and they deserve more than a thumbs up every time. Amazing content here and it's good for you, inspires you to live larger and shows you the world is full of good people. Everybody should watch Itchy Boots.
It is hard to imagine how she creates at this level so consistently. There are so many parts to what she does and she has mastered all of them. Her endless curiosity and charm engages both her veiwers and the people she meets during her travels is the foundation I think. I still struggle to understand how she can be both so positive but also be driven to keep improving her various skills. I will not be suprised a bit if one day we see her winning an Oscar for a documentary,
@@patrickpritchard8301 For me, it's akin to watching athletes that shatter all time records. There are just some humans that seem to achieve more than what is humanly possible. She said something in an interview once that stays with me. She was asked if there was something that happened that she didn't expect. With no hesitation she said that it was how much kindness among her followers would get to her, it wasn't just kindness to her, it was also when we were kind to each other. I may be wrong but, I believe that is what motivates her, growing kindness.
I've been interested to see in both Morocco and Mauritania how completely unfazed the men have been meeting a young woman travelling alone on a motorbike, at the petrol stations and check points for example. Especially considering some of the journies Noraly has either just completed, or still to complete. Totally unfazed. Just friendly, interested, and helpful. Fabulous. Love it.
Wow -- that petrol station operator was smoking while pumping -- yikes! I don't know why I got a bit of goosebumps when you greeted that train but, hey, it happened. I'm trying to remember now where it was that you raced a train -- somewhere in the lower USA, I think. Well, I'll just have to go back and watch again, LOL. Your delight in adventuring is contagious -- love it! But in the last seconds . . . Alaska won't start -- oh no! Again, I remind myself that you are safe, but jeepers, Monday (and your next video) can't come soon enough now . . .
I swear Noraly can read our minds while we're watching. About the time i think "that would make great drone footage" she inserts said drone footage. I love seeing, from a different perspective, how Noraly and Alaska fit in to the larger surrounding terrain. You get a sense for how very small she and her bike really are compared to the larger empty desert. What a brave individual you are Noraly !
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She is just that, a brave individual, smart, talented and beautiful. Ride safe and have fun Noraly. 🇺🇸
I agree, the drone shots tell amazing stories and a perspective reality of the terrain. Before she panned out you can see the tires wobble in the deep sand.
Drones in populated areas will cost you up to confiscation and fees, and it will open the door for "fixers" to fix it and you, of course.
The iron ore train was awesome, reminded me of the time in 1975 I worked for Hamersley Iron Pilbara Western Australia and serviced the trains that bought iron ore in from the west to be exported to Japan..one of my jobs was the hose out the dead kangaroos.😃
Whenever I think your stories can't get any better, they do. And this one a cliffhanger to boot. I just can't imagine doing what you're doing. And alone.
I know it wasn’t planned, but that’s one heck of a cliffhanger. Now we must wait until Monday. Best of luck wherever you’re at now. Ride safe and have fun. 🇺🇸
Whoa Itchy Boots...way to leave us hanging. Tho, you've surely figured out that problem. 💥💪🏆✨🎶🤠♥️Much love & prayers for guidance & protection always.
Total respect, bigger cajones than anyone I've met.... go girl and stay safe!!
I don’t find your desert riding boring at all! Bring it on, and safe travels always!
You should remind Alaska that she's a Honda and to snap out of it.😄
You're a brave human this is not easy and By the way, you are right Money in Mauritania is confusing even for me as a mauritanienne, not to scare you but be more careful with who you're changing money frome in general who you deal with and also remember don't judge the country based on some silly situations and finally I hope you have a safe trip.
Train wagons as far as the eye can see, in both directions. Straight out of a fantasy story.
I've watched every episode of all seasons but this visit to Morocco and Mauritania tops the "adventure" meter. Please stay safe.
I find it a little worrisome
Oh Lordy, go from great hotel, to dead engine. It’s a break from starter button to engine. A fuse, relay. Sending some energy to you Noraly. It’s an easy fix, but I’m in Virginia……..😳❤️
May God protect you from all harm. Your follower from Morocco 🇲🇦❤🏍️🏍️🏍️
I don't know why you choose to do your vlog in English, but as I am an American born English speaker, I appreciate that you do. I do like to hear your attempts to communicate in the various languages that your encounter. You seem to always have good interactions with the locals. You are so fearless.
it hits a broader audience that why.
Great stuff Noraly, another fantastic adventure. Don't worry about the people moaning that there are not enough trees in your Sahara videos ! They are probably the same ones that would say the Arctic is a bit too snowy ! ;-) 😂😂💪👍
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One thing I've learned watching these videos is 'don't sweat the small stuff'. With each encounter I'm wondering, how is this going to pan out? Noraly always keeps a cool demeanor and always forges ahead. Incredibly inspiring.
I know this route from Noadhiboy to Choum , I did it in 2003 , in 4x4, and I burst a wheel with a piece of train track buried in the sand . My greatest respects for what you do. When one has been there, really appreciate the courage that you put doing these inhospitable routes.
Got a bad feeling about these guys, this place. Time for a little R&R Noraly. Like in the Lake District.
Wow...that guy with lighted cigarette as he filled a car with petrol 😨.....and the impossibly long train !!!! amazing sights.......but, go safely and I hope Alaska is ok and your journey continues !!!!
People I know who have been to Mauritania have said it is to dangerous to travel there and were very happy to get out in good shape. Be Safe and Be Very Careful. 🇨🇦
probably a lie
The east and north of Mauritania is dangerous
Yeh, dodgy money exchange, dodgy vehicles, dodgy petrol attendants……don’t think Mauritania will be on my bucket list. TAKE CARE NORALY, I HOPE YOU STAY SAFE🤞🇬🇧
The Mauritanians are a beautiful people and their country is beautiful and safe in most regions, especially the coastal ones. You just have to avoid its desert borders with Algeria, Morocco and Mali.
People are very nice… but what I don’t like about Mauritania is the policeman every check point they are ask for money
Wow! What an episode! And the ending…. Glad you roll with a Beacon! I hope you are ok… and I am glad you roll heavy with water and food.
you are the bravest person I know !! the utmost respect and admiration to you !! god be with you .
Lawrence of Arabia and Noraly of Mauritania!
It's amazing that 3 locomotives can pull that much weight!
It is “Cliff Hanger Friday”. Will Noraly make it to her destination????? or will she be rescued by a Handsome prince with an English accent? (Probably not) There is a high probability Itchy Boots will figure it out, fix it, start Alaska and arrive at her destination none the worse for wear. Don’t ya just love a happy ending.👍😊
What a beautiful country Mauritania is! Didn't expect the difference with Morocco was going to be that big in terms of convience, instrastructure etc.
Don't seep on Mauritania they are making huge strides. Things take time to change but in a few years they level up.
@@yudeok413 Very happy to hear that! Go Mauritania!! 🇲🇦❤️🇲🇷
Norally, after watching your travels from the start especially when I see those drone shots of you alone in that desert, I've come to one CONCLUSION, you're either the craziest daredevil or the BRAVEST woman walking...LOL!
Unbelievable the dude at petrol station is having a smoke 😂 and there is Noraly with spilled fuel all over her lagguage 😮
No danger, only an open flame or spark will ignite gasoline.
Oh my gosh Noraly after seeing that preview, I won’t be able to sleep until I find out what’s going on with Alaska!! You really know how to keep us in suspense!!!
That would be my main concern…not to be able to start Alaska in the middle of the desert…glad we are not watching Live videos which means that Noraly found a solution to the issue. Amazing to see the remote places you are going through and how friendly the locals are with you. Fantastic images with the iron ore train in the background. There is a guy who is organizing a trip where you get to jump on that train and spend the night on one wagon for a few hundreds kilometers…probably as crazy as being on Alaska!
The music at the end was fantastic and fitting! What an episode!
Itchy Boots... my favorite TH-cam channel! The traffic at the beginning looked pretty chaotic, but nothing like when you were in Turbo. That was the worst. The guy smoking the cigarette at the gas pump was a fool. That money exchange was very weird, very weird. Oh no! Ending on a cliff hanger!
Thanks for this video, Noraly! Great work!
@@youme1414 You don't see any irony in your comment?
@@youme1414 😂😂
Riding alongside the track makes me think of the time I rode the same route on the Classic Paris - Dakar Rally in 2008. That track is not as easy as you are making it look considering you are fully loaded. You left us hanging!! Tot ziens Noraly.
Oh no😳!!!. Cliff hanger my goodness - be safe🙏
Noraly, you are an amazing person to follow in your adventure, (last three years now for mee) almost fels like "i'm into it". All the luck and best wishes", keep it going".
Keep spreading you smile and positive thinking around the world
You make it better episode by episode!
Because of your videos.... I just ordered my first motorcycle ... I have a 125 scooter ... but I'm getting ready to do an adventure ride in Thailand and riding brings me such happiness so i needed a full bike. Thank you for this inspirational content
Thanks Noraly you’re awesome 👍🏻😎🏍️
More Wow!!! 😮 Middle of NO WHERE!!! 🥺 & Uh-oh!! Can’t wait to see next episode!! OMG!! 😅
Water is gold in the desert, I was stranded 110° F and no shade, 💦 is everything. I pray you are safe , this is visibility a fantastic journey.
Here you are again, what’s a big plaisir to watch your videos we become addicted to them?
You are bringing me back a lot of memories Noraly, before i retired i used to work for a manufacturer of mining machinery, one of our customer was in Zourate, (where the mine is) i took that train several times (17hours ride one way) it was not comfortable and super hot but it certainly was an experience of a life time, i also crossed the Sahara desert in a jeep a couple of times to go to the mine (7.5 hours), i really loved that compared to the train… i am glad you are living that experience now and doing it on a motorcycle must be fantastic . I love your beautiful videos and narrations , stay safe and healthy in your travel 😊😎
Love the shot riding away from the train
So many Series 3 Land Rovers there and in Morocco - heaven! I own one here in the UK too, great to see so many working there.
usually modern bikes have a switch that shuts engine after a fall maybe a side stand or near the clutch
cant exactly call the local breakdown recovery but im sure you get it sorted x
Guy smoking as he fills up the car. Brilliant.
A cliffhanger... er, sand dune hanger! Somehow I bet you got out of there safely. The scene with the train in the background on the horizon was epic! Sandy Trails!
Oh my gosh Noraly...what an ending to this episode...Yikes....hope you will be ok.
Now I'm on tenterhooks...not knowing how you are going to get out of this drama ....😲🤔.
I can't wait until Monday for next update....that's torture...😫
Be safe 🙏 and call on that buddy of yours who drove hundreds of miles to pick you up when you badly hurt your ankle.
He was an Angel ! 😇
Maybe he will helicopter in this time. 😁👍
The suspense! always dread breaking down in the middle of nowhere.
Absolutely nothing like being able to travel with confidence and much respect. Blessings for safe travels. 🙏🏼✌🏼
I'm from Morocco but this is woman is brave 😊
Oh Noraly....don't leave us with such a cliffhanger!!! Now I have to worry about you all weekend!!! I'm sure you're okay since you are still uploading videos but wow!!! What a journey!!!
After seeing the cliffhanger that Alaska won't start.
Ramdan all the way in Morocco: no problem I fix
I wanted to say, I have been watching your trek through Morocco, your Motorcycle goes where most will only detour. The Land is increadable and you will find your way through. Your Amazing!
Awesome adventure. There is no comparison between itchy boots and other female riders. Itchy boots is on a category of her own. A LEGEND.
That was an arduous day in the saddle, Noraly. NOW as I’m writing this, you seem to be stranded. I’ve always had this situation in the back of my mind, concerned for your welfare. So now you’re making us wait ‘til Monday to find out how you maneuver your way out of this debacle…❤❤❤Rick
Thanks Noraly for taking us along on your travels!
The least dangerous of these journeys is the service station employee smoking while refueling... What a courage, Norali! If you have electricity, if the fuel pump works, it's a bad starter contact. (I hope so) Seeing how these people live is to shut your mouth and never complain about anything again. My best wishes, always clicking thumbs up
You are such a brave woman
'The good thing is' the gas station attendants cigaret didn't cause a little problem.
The gas station guy smoking a cigarette was fun, I was waiting for everything to go up in a ball of flame.
No open flame, no problem.
You're such an inspiration!!!! Thank you for being you!
Absolute high watermark itchy boots episode. Loving this desert riding Noraly.
Noraly your respect, smile and being so sure of yourself is so strong!!!!!! Yep! You are a pure leader! ❤️
Watched many of your trips, you are amazing,....all the best to You
I am afraid for your safety some time Noraly, Please stay safe !! Please !!!
I love you being a total kid and decide to turn around and see if you can beat the train 🚂 wheeeeeeee
Your very brave lady!!!! Good luck out there!!!!
In 1666 Dutch explorers and traders navigated the Atlantic and Hudson River to start a little town called Haverstraw (Field of Straw) in the state of New York, this is where I grew up. I always thought they must of been very brave to sail on little wooden ships from their home to parts unknown. My dear, you must be a descendant, with a flair for adventure, or just half insane😂, 💗your vids, be safe👍.
Actually Haverstraw (orig. Haverstro) means straw of oats
@@ingridwatsup9671 i dated a guy from there. Very immoral narcissistic psychopath. All show off and risky behavior and taking advantage of others thinking he is better than them. His family applauds and taught him that behavior. Grandiose sense of self and risky behavior are sings of narcissism . Add to that lack of remorse and using of people and you have psychopathy. Boom. so not strong at all . Just plain sociopaths psychopaths narcs etc
A lifetime ago I was in Singapore, and needed to get US money changed to local dollars. My friends that lived there told me to go to the money changers on the street and forget about the banks, that scene exchanging US dollars took me right back. Thanks for taking us along Noraly.
Why are banks discouraged?
@@nelson1174 the money changers gives better rates....no service fees.....their rates are displayed at the back of their booths...so you can walk around and compare.
I am in Singapore. They were/are not on the streets like these guys but within buildings and all the exchange rates are visible. The guys Noraly met were literally on the v hot streets with calculators 😊 Yes money changers have better rates. The banks in Singapore are so crowded and i do not like going to them unless really necessary.
@@cazpk6840 This was back in 1984, they were on the streets back then, and had better rates.
@@myownlilbubble oh, I see. Thank you
Itchy boots is an amazing person. Fearless, respectful and so well spoken. 😘
Interesting to see the Landrovers out there. 🇬🇧
If you want to go to africa by a car you take a Land Rover, if you want to go and back,...you take a Toyota ;-)
I love this channel it takes me back 40 years and brings back all the emotions that riding a bike gives you.
I enjoy riding in the same way but not in that remote level. I'm belonging to the million stupid guys going everyday to work and have just a couple of weeks off per year.
Once a biker always a biker