Crossing USA Alone: 2,907 miles in 7 days
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 27 เม.ย. 2023
- I set out alone on an epic coast-to-coast cross country road trip. What I didn’t know is that the roads crossing America are vast and full of unexpected dangers.
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Carolyn have you ever taken a trip to Ireland? Love your content! :)
I am start watching today on 3 April 2024
I started watching g today on 17 April 2024. I did Chicago to LA and back via Colorado, Utah, NV and AZ last summer. On the way back I encountered extreme wind warnings in Limon CO. I thought I could get ahead of the weather but it caught me. I gave up 6 hours short of my goal for the day and spent the night in Brooklyn CO. Better to live and ride another day than play the hero.
Love your content!!
N 7 days Doodle U hav my up most Respect👍👍N 23 I did that n 2 months but i visited family n WA & OR.& Montana exploring as much as I could taking many breaks Ect. But to ride that far n 7 days WOW U GO GIRL👍👍
I live in Arizona and the desert dust storms are no joke on a bike. The guy who suggested you wait the storm out gave you really good advice.
Yeah, get-there-itis can kill, whether you're in a small plane or on a motorcycle. The destination can wait.
I agree with michaelspurling I live in Arizona the dust storms, haboobs (sp), monsoon down pours we get to enjoy are no joke here. they are not fun to get caught in while on 2 wheels.
It gets pretty crazy in new mexico too sometimes. Sometimes it kicks up enough dust you cant see very far ahead.
Kudos to mom for being willing to follow. Thats something to be proud of, not embarrassed by.
Chase vehicles are never a bad idea on long trips, like Doodle realized. Tools, spare parts, extra fuel, first aid; and the security of knowing if anything goes wrong, you've got someone who'll be there in a few minutes.
Plus, extra content if they document their perspective of the adventure too.
@@nephicus339 They had several on Long Way Around, Long Way Down & Long Way Up...
Well said!!! Very well said!
‘Just found your channel. As a 58 year old father to a 16 year old daughter and long haul commercial driver, I commend you on your travels and very happy you heeded warnings in the wind. Excellent video and hope my daughter is as brave as you one day!
The last time I commented on one of your videos I said you were an inspiration. Understatement! You are quite incredible and your videos are professional, educational and very enjoyable. And 3000 miles is no mean feat; it's three times the length of England and Scotland combined. Marvellous! Well done.
Size matters, from El Paso, Texas to Texarkana, Texas is a 814 mile drive on the interstate highway system. These states; Alaska, Texas, Oregon, Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, New Mexico, Arizona, Nevada, California and Michigan are larger than the UK.
@@fixento France will fit in Ontario, Canada 3 and a half times. I know many Europeans who couldn't believe a six hour drive was just from one major city to another major city and still be in the same province.
When I was a child, we lived in Lovington, NM, and the dust storms were so bad at times we couldn't even see the hood ornament on our car. They're truly blinding you, so stopping is the wisest thing you could do.
You got it worse than us up in the northwest the worst ive seen it is when you cant see the house that on the other end of the culdesac and across the street. But a lot of new mexico is just flat so its probably way worse
@@censored4christ162 A friend of my mothers years ago said that she and her husband pulled over because they couldn't see enough to proceed in a dust storm. They heard a crash and her husband said he was going over there to check on the people. He didn't return and within a few minutes an officer saw their car off to the side. He walked over there to check on them and she asked the officer if he'd seen her husband. They'd found a body a ways from the wreckage and didn't know where he belonged. It was her husband. The sandstorm was so blinding that a car did see him and hit him. Sandstorms are to be taken seriously.
Everyone Please be on the lookout for her and help and watch out for her as much as possible... Shes an awesome content creator. Cmon motorcycle community make her trip safe and fun
She's um finished already. YT content takes so much of an effort to edit that video's are sometimes months after filming. Plus its a bad idea for her to let people know where she is when she's there.
@@WeaselKonig Thank you ... realized this after watching whole video ..
@@edwardbegiebing6036 I appreciate what you said, Edward. I have daughters her age.
I think if anyone who follows her ran into her, they’d be extra kind and helpful. Doodle’s awesome.
I appreciate what you said as well. As a father and a human I appreciate kindness in any fashion
A shout out to all your sponsors! Thank you! And thank you, too, Doodle. You are an inspiration!
Doodle, I made a very similar trip ten years ago upon my retirement--from Maryland to northern California (3500 miles)--at the same time of year, but I did it on a Harley Electraglide Ultra, and experienced the same wind, storms, etc. that you have. I was 69 years old, but in excellent physical shape. Like you, there were times that I thought I would crash and die, e. g., in a massive sandstorm, even worse than a duststorm. Congratulations! Those who have experienced such a trip truly appreciate what you have achieved. Have an easy and safe trip back.
All the way across 50?
@@fdub301 Sadly, no. Zigzagged north and south to try to avoid extreme weather--e. g., softball sized hail in southeast Texas, snow on Rt 40 in Arizona, etc. thereby the 3500 miles.
@@vics8873 still a fun trip I bet. I only ask because I've heard a lot of guys talk about doing that when they retire
@@fdub301 It still was one of the best adventures I have ever had, loved every minute and how I was treated along the way. But now I still enjoy east coast trips, mostly up and down the Blue Ridge area. 79 now, still glad I can ride! Thanks for your interest.
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I live in New Mexico. The wind here is no joke. People should never ride into a dust storm! Wait for the storm to subside and then resume your journey. If the winds were at 46 MPH in the plains, chances are they were pushing 70 MPH through the canyon. You handled it well though.
Back when I was riding roads I was out on a ride in the east mountains when the wind picked up to 70mph gusts. Came out of a road cut broadside to the wind and it felt like my boat anchor of a TL1000R was just barely heavy enough to not get blown out from under me.
We got a new ac because one time the wind was so bad it blew apart in the wind. One panel of the side flew off and then that made it less able to cut through the wind because its a big square on the roof. Several pieces just blew away and we mever saw them again. So you also have to be carwduk in winds storms of debris. My ac unit pieces are flyingaround trting to cut peoples heads off out there 😂😂😂 big piece of sheet metal
remember my first trip from Cedar Lake Indiana to Salt Lake City on my 68 FLH many many moons ago, Be Safe.
A hero is defined as “a person who is admired for their courage, outstanding achievements and noble qualities.” Doodle, you are a true hero! As a father of two grown daughters and a long time rider, you are an inspiration! Be safe and you will be in our prayers.
Tools, tools and more tools... Here's the thing with cross country trips there's going to be a time that you are going to need them or you are going to need them if you see a fellow biker broken down... At least you went out and bought a tire repair kit and a portable compressor... Now you don't have to go out and buy a whole new set of Snap on tools they can be cheap garage sale tools... a good rule of thumb is to carry the tools you need to remove body panels, zip ties, spark plug wrench, 10mm wrench for the battery, so all the tools you would need to do a basic service on your bike and use those tools whenever you do a service on the bike if you need to go to the tool box to remove anything than you need it in your tool bag. I carry a tool roll for each of my bikes with the exception of the Hogs I just move that tool from bike to bike. Since, you are on an adventure bike it's really important that you carry your tools even when you are on the road. as far as the crash bars they are there to save you from damaging your bike they will generally give at the tabs where you bolt them to the bike this does not mean if the crash bars give your frame is cracked. It takes more than one or two drops to fatigue a frame to the point of failure unless the manufacture just did a crappy job on welding up the frame.
This was epic...was scary and real and the emotion and fatigue that I get from riding 3-5hr trips you definitely had more. It's refreshing how like...genuine? your content is? Not overly glamorized or anything. It's real life biking - real life adventure, it's not perfectly zen - there's a danger element and that makes it very intriguing to watch. Like wow I wouldn't have known about dust storms either, i'm from Louisiana, we don't know about those!
Awsome.....
You are such a gem, sending an “air” hug on line. You and Itchy Boots started out as my favorites. Thanks to you added Moto Jitsu and Jerry Paladino. That was an exciting cross country trip!”
Your mom is such a mom!!!!
Cross-country trips are awesome, not cheap and takes a lot of planning but even then, the unexpected can happen, but always a sense of accomplishment when you finish the day and eventually reach your destination. I did Phoenix to Florida Keys and back (5,555 miles) in 10 days in March 2021 (posted on channel) and got really lucky with the weather by staying south, mostly warm for the most part. Then in June of same year, did San Diego to Washington state, looped Olympic National Park and back through a bunch of national parks, it was pretty epic given the scenery (compared to the straight shot on I-10 to Florida) and again managed to not get rained on until the last day when I rode through a monsoon storm in Arizona. Goal for this year is to hit the northeast corner of the country and ride to New York via the Pig Trail, Tail of the Dragon and the Blue Ridge Parkway. Attempted last year, but shop mis-balanced my front tire and had to abort within the first hour due to front end vibration. Props to you for going for it!
Congrats on an epic ride, one that you will remember for the rest of time. Also a great tale to tell in the future. Your spouse and family are special to live through the trip back home. I've had a couple epic tales like this in many decades of riding. 2024 late spring I'm adding a cross country/4 corners type trip to the bucket list. It will be a pleasure ride, so I plan on stopping and smelling the roses many times on the trip. Retirement is great for that adventure. Enjoy the ride and keep the wheels down.
8 days is great considering the difficulties. You inspire!
That was good time. In 1966 while in the Marine Corp. (I was 22) I rode my new 1966 R 60/2 BMW from San Francisco home to Miami Fla. (3,600 miles in 5 days)Was March , 17* in Flagstaff Az. and snow, took some of Route 66 and rain thru Texas and tornado weather. Learned a lot about long distance riding. It was a perfectly reliable motorcycle and easy to up keep with the tools provided. Put 76,000 miles on it in a year and a half! Be safe and keep the rubber side down. Still riding long distance at 79!
I have made that spring trip from North Texas going in to New Mexico twice (neither time I was on my bike) and the first time I got to experience that insane wind that just doesn't ever let up. The second time I was heading towards Roswell and there was this line of thunder storms from horizon to horizon that was so intense that we actually drove through a downdraft (may have been an F0 tornado) that nearly pushed my two ton XTerra off the road. The spring weather in that area is no joke.
Hey Carolyn, It's great to see you made out to the west coast safely. There are many challenging situations that we face when riding motorcycles especially on long road trips and it's always better to play it safe when there are dangerous conditions like strong winds or other bad weather to just stop and rest and wait for things improve. This trip was a wonderful experience for you and a memory of a lifetime.
Springtime in New Mexico! I was riding south of Tijeras a few weeks ago in some fairly gusty winds (20-40 mph or so) and dust devils and it was fatiguing after just an hour - I can't imagine doing it for a longer time like you were in that insanity. Hard core!
You are soo bada**!!! 🤟🏼🤟🏼🤟🏼🔥🔥😊😊❤️❤️
You must feel soo accomplished!! That dust storm, ice, snow, cold fingers etc…WOOOOW!!!
CONGRATS!!!!!! LOOK AT YOU GO!!! ANnnd…when people say, “You traveled across
The US on a bike…alone???” Just look at them and say, “Of course I did!!!” 🤟🏼🤟🏼🔥😊❤️❤️🌟👍👍👍👍
In the mid 90s, I did NE FL to Philly in slightly under 10 hours.
I was in a car, brand new Firebird Formula with bolt ons. And around D.C., it was rain , so we had a 45 minute window of 40-45 mph driving.
A decade earlier I did NE FL to Valdosta in 50 minutes (time I walked out the door to when I walked in) in a modified 1973 Olds Supreme S.
When you see motorcycle adventuring you don't always get the real challenges. This is the first adventure video where some challenges seemed super discouraging like fatigue, weather, or being stuck somewhere which I overcame otherwise in a car. Things I didn't think about going through since adventure riders focus just on how they got out of the danger and what got them out. I also noticed now the small things or good people that rescue every adventure rider's trip. Maybe you can meet fans too (by RSVP?) when you visit their city. Its fun when you go by a fans city or freeway and I hope we can offer help as you run by. I hope I can do more of what you do someday once there is a way to afford having a motorcycle and the stuff that delivers you out. First has been hard to figure out which motorcycle brand to get that I would love to ride, but then the initial cost of protective equipment came up as the first priority.
I stopped at a lot of cool places crossing USA back - subscribe so you don't miss the 3 month series of my first cross country trip!
congratulations on a successful trip, i look forward to seeing the series. i ride an earlier iteration of the tiger, they're great machines. a couple notes: the air pressure listed on the tire sidewall is max pressure, but you don't need to go that high - most road tires are great around 34-36 psi, and 50/50 tires around 30-32 psi (you'll get better traction and road-feel); also, you can stabilize the bike in crosswinds by sticking your knee out into the windward side. keep the rubber side down!
Can't imagine having as much time as yourself. I did the coast to coast to coast in 6 days in between starting a new job.
Hi
i live in Australia and i enjoy watching your channel .
I noticed you dont like the blue tiger have you thought of doing a vinyl wrap to change the colour or maybe a custom wrap to promote your channel .
Wish you safe travels and cant wait to see your next training video
@@terrymoore9185 It's not free time, it's my job :P a fun one - but I am in production for 12+ hrs/ 7 days a week on my road trips
@@DoodleOnAMotorcycle I haven't done cross country in long time, but always used the stock center stand wherever I could. Could usually ride right off from it too after starting up. Save your back though like you do using your legs, back lifting. South Central Plains, Continental Divide Wyoming, Lower Idaho, Utah, Upper Nevada can have high winds just about any old day:)
Never doubt a mother's intuition! I'm telling you, my mom has saved me so many times!!!!
I knew an old truck driver who drove through a sand storm many years ago. He knew he shouldn't have continued, but took the chance. One side of his truck got sand blasted free of all the paint and frosted the glass.
This was a marvelous recap, Doodle! It served a great reminder of why I will never attempt such a trek. Kudos to you! Yep, I realized that life without a risk is a life without a risk! HAHAHA! You're the best, Doodle!
Those dust storms are insane! I have so much respect for you and what you accomplished. Did you set the little shell free in the Pacific?
No I kept it! 😁 it’s on my office desk now. wanted its good luck on the way back too
It’s also a great reminder to remind yourself what you’re capable of ♥️
@@DoodleOnAMotorcycle I say this kindly to help, hasn't anybody told you to get a wristband or something to hold the front brake so the bike won't roll while you are picking it up? Locking the front brake should help you picking it up.
I've oned 11 motorcycles and traveled most of the USA since 1957. The wind, cold, heat, snow is all lzrt of the adventure. Therein lie the memories.
You are like a bison! Instead of avoiding the storm you run into it!!
Keep it coming mam! One of the most beautiful lady I ve seen
You are awesome for sharing the trials and tribulations of the trip, it shows the true risks of motorcycle travel rather than acting like it is all rainbows and unicorns. This was an epic first long travel video!
I remember one time I was riding through mesa country somewhere in the Northwest corner of Colorado / Southeast corner of Utah, I caught a side gust that it felt like it lifted me up and dropped me a foot to the side. Not sure if it was really that dramatic, but that's what it felt like. How I didn't fall over I don't know.
Dang! Glad you made it to the safety of the Hotel, and you were blessed to listen to the native American man and seek shelter. Stay sage out there! Nothing but utmost respect to you tenacity!
The crash bars bend to protect the frame from damage - just get help to pull them out !
Whoa! That was fantastic! Great video Carolyn!
It's great. Your logs bring a grin to viewers like myself that have dealt with extreme conditions during cross country road trips. Keep it going!
So awesome! Thank you for sharing yuor journey with us!
So glad this series is starting!
Its amazing how crazy the weather is but you're quite the trooper for going for it. Be safe, drive safe.
Thank you again for taking us along on your adventure. Well done with being smart and flexible with plans. you rock!!
Congratulations on completing your road trip! When life takes you on an unexpected turn you keep on riding. Love the energy.
Your so brave! Praying for you wishing you luck on anything you do!!!
Absolutely love your sense of adventure and desire to keep improving your skills and experience!
I love your channel. It’s awesome to see your journey. It’s inspiring.
I am glad you are safe and decided to ride the offroad course too. Thanks for sharing the troubles and struggles honestly. 😊
Wow..What a journey. Thanks so much for your candid play by play of the trip. I'm in the early stages of planning a cross country. information from this video will surely help..Thanks again!
You know what, that gear segment was really useful. TY.
Another great video filled with helpfull tips. Your authenticity and honesty is why I watch your videos. Thanks for making this one and congratulations on cycling cross country.
Wow.. awesome video…. Thanks for taking us on your journey.. looking forward to the next video.. be safe….
Great documentation of the trip! Bunch of experience being obtained through this. Ride safe and keep it up!
Now that is what I call a trip across America. Thank you for sharing and glad you made it home.
Sooo, so proud of you!! Great, great job!!
What amazing journey ! Thank you for sharing it!
Smart move stopping until the storm passed. Better safe than sorry.
You’re so inspiring. Thank you immensely for sharing your goals, vulnerabilities, courage, and sense of adventure. You’re kicking ass, woman.
Good luck and have fun.
Your such a trooper, enjoy watching your adventures
What an inspirational journey…thank you for sharing…I am a new older rider and I appreciate your honest approach to riding and the learning process. Keeping being you 👍🏻
Super cool video plus BONUS GEAR RUN THOUGH? Love it!
It’s awesome to ride across the country so glad you got to make this trip
Great video! Well done!!
Epic. Thanks doodle for showing all sides associated with doing a cross country ride. Things don’t always go to plan. We can’t control the weather. Ride and ride safe. You’ll never get to your destination if you’re dead. Looking forward to that tracker update. I have concerned family too. 😩
You’re very brave! Awesome, Doodle!
Wow Doodle what a journey.. thank you for sharing the good and the bad. I have made this trip many times.. from North Carolina my home state to Cali my Dads home state but never on a bike. I admire your determination and guts it takes to ride that far and not knowing what to expect. Be safe out there...knees in the breeze.! ✌🏍😎
Doodle, you have inspired me to start road tripping on my bike, I have been waiting for this series to start!
Amazing journey! Thank you for recording and sharing, I don't know you but I am proud of you. Stay safe and blessed always
Congratulations! Well done.
Outstanding!!! Congrats!!!
Thank you for your amazing videos! People like me literally live these experiences through you. For those of us who have been on roadtrips with motorcycles and know the difference when it's 40 degrees and raining how desperate you can become to just find a gas station with a roof on top every 100 miles. Please keep them coming and keep staying safe! Also love to see you coming to Chicago!
"Spend time with 2 of my favorite things, Cody and marine life" somewhere a puppy 🐶 is crying. LOL
great job!!! Congrats on your journey.
I envy you soooo much!!!! You've done something that I always wanted to do but I had home life in the way.... now I feel I'm doing good by riding 700 miles in 1 day but suffering for the next few days. Glad you had a safe trip, able to meet friends, put you're feet in 2 oceans and hopefully you made a life time of memories!!!! Bless you and keep you safe!!!!
I've very proud of you, as a fellow rider, for doing this. You are a rock star. Always, be safe and KEEP SCOOTIN'!
You are living my dream. Awesome video, thanks for posting.
Your ride from cost to cost was a great trip and you were very informative - thanks. It takes years for most of us to experience all that you did on a single trip. You did great on this ride and I look forward to your many adventures in the future. Great job! I wish you the best and "keep the rubber side down." Tom.
Thanks for sharing journey aver the Saloum delta into Gambia. Very nice people that you met and interesting country. Glad that Alaska didn't have any damage on the boat ride. Enjoy the journey, stay safe, and enjoy!
experience is the best teacher they say. first time watching your channel, and I am very sure that this ride has taught you a lot!
Good for you to persevere through all that!
I love that your Mom would actually offer to follow behind you to keep you safe, Wow! your Mom is awesome...
Way cool. Look forward to the long trip back🤙🏼
Epic progress on picking up the bike with the bags. You are ready now!
Can’t wait to see the ride back.
I had a boss working with Harley rentals, she was so much fun.
Glad to see more women riding different motorcycles.
Be safe out there.
Carolyn, you’re still rocking it! All the best for your trip from Glasgow, Scotland 😛😛😛
DOODLE HOLY COW! I've ridden through some sketchy situations but this takes the cake! Stopping was an excellent idea! You're a trooper! Stay safe out there!
From a person who has only done half of what you've done already. YOU ma'am are an inspiration! I was smiling, bitting my nails, and laughing through out the whole video. Keep it going girl! Subscribing now. 😁
Great rode trip sis. Have fun. Stay as safe as you want to be. Cheers.
Nice review keep up the good work Doodle
Just got done watching this video. All I can say is WOW! In the face of adversity you were an absolute warrior. You are a true inspiration to all. I am looking forward to the next video of the series.
Great video thank you very well done thanks for taking us along cheers to ya.
Nice shirt (YCRS) at the end when you were showing all the accessories. Good taste!
Great video. On my 1st cross country I had that kind of wind going from Tucson to San Diego and it was not even a little bit fun. It was hours of my bike being at an angle fighting to go straight, and my bike wasn't as tall as yours, so good on you for getting through it! There are some trips we take that are more fun in retrospect than in the middle of.
Loving the videos and seeing your adventures. I'm recommending you to others and especially women who are interested in riding. My wife has been riding for 10 years now and I think she is going to love these.
And like you, touching water on both coasts was a thing I had to do! I grabbed a stone from the Atlantic to toss in to the Pacific.
You are the definition of a real biker !! Impressed !!
I did it in 2021 Santa Cruz,CA to West Virginia, and Back! 6300 miles! 12 days, 2021 BMW S1000XR! Spectacular!
This is the first of your videos that I’ve watched. It was very entertaining. I hope you had fun on your trip.
Fantastic trip..you are an inspiration to us all.
Have been thinking about taking the same route for a long time, thanks to your video, I now know what I should expect on the road. Thank you for all the information!! It was a great video!!