“The road is bad like this everywhere?” - Mexico 🇲🇽 |S6-E89|

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  • In this episode I want to reach Real de Catorce, high up in the mountains of Mexico. I take a route which turns out to be not very common and quite rough in parts.. Did I make a mistake coming this way?
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  • @johnplyler7054
    @johnplyler7054 2 ปีที่แล้ว +235

    Hey Noraly, That stuff you found hanging on the trees is Spanish Moss. Spanish moss belongs to the Tillandsia genus of bromeliads. However, unlike most epiphytic Tillandsia which have roots that act as anchors, Spanish moss does not have any roots at all. Many epiphytes have roots that anchor them to their host tree. Instead, Spanish moss uses tiny scales on its leaves and its curved structure to cling to its host tree. Each individual Tillandsia usneoides is at most 6 cm long and 1 mm wide. The individual plants cling to one another creating huge structures that hang from trees. The flowers on each plant are minuscule, however, on large growths of spanish moss they can create a noticeable fragrance at night, during late spring and early summer.

    • @NeonsStyleHD
      @NeonsStyleHD 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      So do they grow from spores blown on the wind or something? Are they symbiotic with the tree? A Parasite? What's their evolutionary origins? Seems hard to imagine how a plant without roots could originate.

    • @iamjustducky7879
      @iamjustducky7879 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Interesting. Spanish moss hangs all over the trees near the Atlantic coast in South Carolina. I heard that the native Indians named it Spanish moss because it resembled the beards of the Spanish explorers.

    • @ShadowAussie
      @ShadowAussie 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Reminds me of what we call old man's beard but finer.

    • @cjrust9354
      @cjrust9354 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Here in South Louisiana Spanish Moss is common on Live Oaks. At one time it was used to make mattresses. We used to play with it when we were children.

    • @robertgrey5993
      @robertgrey5993 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      In Canada we call it old man’s beard or usnea

  • @asianrick
    @asianrick ปีที่แล้ว +31

    My heart start beating fast when you drove by some random tunnels and thought “Hey let’s go deep inside and check it out”. I would’ve kept driving and said to myself “Nope, not in this lifespan!” 😂

  • @slipalongtobascus99
    @slipalongtobascus99 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    The cinematography, music and editing, for one lady and her bike is on another level. Unbelievably amazing.

  • @LuzLopez-sv5en
    @LuzLopez-sv5en 2 ปีที่แล้ว +182

    My brother told me about this channel. Then I told my husband, my daughter and my oldest son and his wife. Now we all seat to watch every episode of your journey. Me and my brother used to ride mountain bikes and know what it take to go on muddy road. It is amazing how you take a new road as a challenge and manage to accomplish it. We live in Arizona and will celebrate when you get to Alaska. We are all from Nicaragua and appreciate how you showed the beauty of our country.

  • @davidpippin3460
    @davidpippin3460 2 ปีที่แล้ว +145

    I must say your videos riding through Mexico are really changing my perception of the country. All I know of it is through movies about cartels, crime, and corruption but you have shown the true heart of the Mexican people. Friendly, helpful and peaceful. I hope to take a journey similar to yours in the years to come.

    • @mgonz1999
      @mgonz1999 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      It is that bad in places

    • @NayanJB
      @NayanJB 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      American/western mainstream media is all abt hyperbole, fearmongering & generalization/stereotypes abt foreign countries, people & cultures.

    • @igermanmx
      @igermanmx 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      We are good people… most of us are.

    • @eduardoa.7039
      @eduardoa.7039 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      NOT everybody in México is a bad person, like we say here" the good guys are the majority", you should come & visit sometime, you won´t regret it, greetings from San Luis Potosí!

    • @cas-cas6113
      @cas-cas6113 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Movies like yo show the worst of México, but there's a lot of good Places, people, and food!

  • @WS-gs6sf
    @WS-gs6sf 2 ปีที่แล้ว +606

    From Wiki: Spanish moss (Tillandsia usneoides) is an epiphytic flowering plant that often grows upon large trees in tropical and subtropical climates.

    • @johnrenterprises2604
      @johnrenterprises2604 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Yes on the moss but it seems dry there for Spanish moss. It is not parasitic to the trees just uses them as a host.

    • @BoycottChinaa
      @BoycottChinaa 2 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      I have them in hanging baskets to shadow up the porch from the summer sun. New Orleans style

    • @KevinKearney
      @KevinKearney 2 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      We have Spanish moss here in Florida USA as well.

    • @13_Cowboy
      @13_Cowboy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      Definitely Spanish Moss. It grows everywhere where I grew up. I’m going to have to stretch to guess that those are mesquite trees.

    • @buffalobob2002
      @buffalobob2002 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      I was surprised to see it there. I have only seen it in humid swampy areas.

  • @Markevans63
    @Markevans63 2 ปีที่แล้ว +148

    With each new breathtaking episode the voice inside my head that says "Sell everything and go see the world" gets louder and louder 🌍🔊

    • @51bikerboy
      @51bikerboy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      You are not the only one!
      I am 71 but I feel the same.

    • @juvvalan1654
      @juvvalan1654 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Good idea

    • @jeromehansen3969
      @jeromehansen3969 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Yup

    • @carlosberrio2206
      @carlosberrio2206 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Im 74 from Colombia , and I’m just about to get into a motorcycle and speedway before my family tie me to a tree .lol

    • @ahmedabubakar9241
      @ahmedabubakar9241 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Im 73. Tied down at home by my children. Banned from riding 3 yrs ago

  • @alanbrown7558
    @alanbrown7558 2 ปีที่แล้ว +47

    If this was a TV Series, each video would take 5 or 6 days and have a full crew of at least 8-10 people.
    To achieve what you do, all by yourself, is nothing short of astounding. You obviously have a tremendous work ethic in actually doing all the jobs. There aren't very many out there who are quite as committed to their chosen path.
    Keep Safe, Ride Hard and, Ignore the Idiots!

  • @motoruqueando776
    @motoruqueando776 2 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    México 🇲🇽 Mágico 🪄, México has everything : mountains, beaches, desert, jungle, forest, rivers, waterfalls, big citys, small magical towns, and the best are the Mexican people, Thank you Noraly for showing to the worl how is the real México 🇲🇽

  • @coconutz247
    @coconutz247 2 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    i've lived and ridden motocycles in southern tropical mexico for the last 15 years. you gotta have balls to take off on mountain roads like that solo. too many bad things can happen and once you've done it the attraction wears off. i admire her riding skills and am loving this mexico adventure. suerte. que le vaya bien!

  • @trevorgosling2135
    @trevorgosling2135 2 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    Thanks for giving us old bikers the adventures we can no longer take.

  • @janettcotton4161
    @janettcotton4161 2 ปีที่แล้ว +94

    I admit - I also enjoy seeing what she is eating and what her rooms look like - Noraly is always kind about what she says and how she interacts

  • @thaited
    @thaited 2 ปีที่แล้ว +141

    No one is ever going to accuse you of taking the easiest quickest route to Alaska, awesome! Alan.

  • @Pamalot
    @Pamalot 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Spanish moss on the trees… air plant with tiny tiny flower that looks like an orchid… just beautiful. 🌸🌺🌸

  • @praveen_sinnur
    @praveen_sinnur 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I wouldn’t know places like these exist if you wouldn’t have shown. Wonderful. Noraly ❤

  • @mjhii
    @mjhii 2 ปีที่แล้ว +48

    Thank you for showing the Rural Mexico that many tourists will never know, you show that Mexico is much more than Can Cun, CDMX or Los Cabos.

  • @rockinroxxi3710
    @rockinroxxi3710 2 ปีที่แล้ว +159

    The stuff hanging on those sad trees is:
    Spanish moss (Tillandsia usneoides) is an epiphytic flowering plant that often grows upon large trees in tropical and subtropical climates. It is native to much of Mexico, Bermuda, the Bahamas, Central America, South America, the Southern United States, and West Indies. We have tons of that here in Florida

    • @warewuffdupree
      @warewuffdupree 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      you beat me to it. haha. also a floridian

    • @screddot7074
      @screddot7074 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Home of the red bugs.

    • @warewuffdupree
      @warewuffdupree 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@NanaRides no, it just grows on the tree. its not a parasite or anything. its probably just the dry season down there

    • @slappyjoe631
      @slappyjoe631 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Could be old lore; but I was told they called it that because it looked like the Spaniards' beards.

    • @rockinroxxi3710
      @rockinroxxi3710 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@NanaRides
      It will eventually

  • @michealarcangel6069
    @michealarcangel6069 2 ปีที่แล้ว +78

    You take all the back trails through Mexico 🇲🇽 avoiding the main highways and the tollbooths saving lots off money and showing the Mexico 🇲🇽 that most tourists don’t ever see or will not know .

    • @rogermty1971
      @rogermty1971 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      As a Mexican I am really surprised she shows me a lot of places don’t really know. But I always choose to drive the main highways so I can arrive faster at destination. Noraly takes the old forgotten roads and she rediscovers places in Mexico that few people would know. It is very interesting, she has always something new to show you.

  • @danielaraujo44
    @danielaraujo44 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Real de Catorce is one of the most beautiful towns in Mexico. It's so mysterious but slowly has become a great tourist attraction! My mom is originally from Rancho de Los Coronados which is approximately 3 hours from Real de Catorce! Love your channel! ❤

  • @vincefu441
    @vincefu441 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    It was a small, simple question to ask about what was growing on the trees but I think it was great that you took the time to stop and be curious. That’s certainly one of the things I enjoy about watching your travels, that you are eager to explore and learn new things and to share it with your viewers. Thanks!

  • @troupier88
    @troupier88 2 ปีที่แล้ว +105

    Riders friendship know no borders 😊 thanks for this another adventure, Noraly !

  • @woodwork5574
    @woodwork5574 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I don't know why but I'm amazed that random people you stop and talk to are so nice.

    • @conniebeal6000
      @conniebeal6000 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Everyone in Mexico are friendly. They say hola and buenos días even if they don’t know you.

    • @philiplaurell1163
      @philiplaurell1163 ปีที่แล้ว

      Just leave the US and you'll see, lol.

  • @mikemerrill175
    @mikemerrill175 2 ปีที่แล้ว +72

    Impressive how your riding skills have improved over the years: from being some what tentative to now casually aggressive. Must be what happens when you ride every day for years.

    • @markust8904
      @markust8904 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I agree, Mike, some of the bits she covered towards the end of this video, looked pretty tecnical and she tackled it with ease.

  • @brucejones-walker7089
    @brucejones-walker7089 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    In Australia, we call it Wise-man-beard it grows in the air and provides moisture when around orchards and other plants growing on trees.

  • @fernandomarquez3131
    @fernandomarquez3131 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Noraly, this hanging vegetation is a moss; it is used for decoration, especially during the Christmas season, love ❤️ you

  • @arassekita57
    @arassekita57 2 ปีที่แล้ว +62

    Yo ya sabía que México era hermoso, pero no me imaginaba lo maravilloso que es en realidad, muchas gracias por hacernos parte de tus experiencias.

  • @michellewiens7569
    @michellewiens7569 2 ปีที่แล้ว +77

    I just found your channel yesterday and watched most of your Mexico videos and was compelled to start watching your journey from your first video. I am happy and yet embarrassed to say that you have shown me the good in people is more prevalent than I thought. My heart is full and I have hope for humanity. You are a beautiful representation of the courage we all should have. I admire your gusto, your mental strength and your kindness. I look forward to all of your travel videos! God Bless Your every kilometer!! If your come through New Mexico, I hope to see you on the road!

    • @daverobert7927
      @daverobert7927 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      You will not regret it. start watching from India.

    • @palfrodelarsen6342
      @palfrodelarsen6342 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      You have som days with binge watching in front of you. Noralys videos are fantastic.

    • @buildingwithtrees2258
      @buildingwithtrees2258 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Bad people are loud, arrogant, and sadly hold most of the power. But the good people outnumber them 9:1. You just gotta get out there and meet them !

    • @cristinaagustin3505
      @cristinaagustin3505 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      episode 1 is my favorite.....actually all of them😁watching many times😁

    • @virtualnomad4845
      @virtualnomad4845 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@daverobert7927 But give yourself 100 plus hours, as there are a LOT of videos.

  • @AbandonedandForgottenPlaces
    @AbandonedandForgottenPlaces 2 ปีที่แล้ว +286

    “Gly”: Your sense of adventure, personality and appreciation of the surrounding beauty is nicely captured by your editing and production making your videos very enjoyable to watch. I’m really enjoying your channel Noraly, this is allot of fun. Safe travels.

    • @chiyo9014
      @chiyo9014 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Hey love your channel! Nice to see you enjoy watching Noraly!

    • @RustyVanDoor
      @RustyVanDoor 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Gly, so you’re a fan as well

    • @joshuastandifer
      @joshuastandifer 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Never thought I would stumble upon Gly here

    • @hectorpena8558
      @hectorpena8558 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      No todos los caminos en Mexico son así además seleccionaste camino más difícil para llegar a real de 14.
      Saludos

    • @ludanunu
      @ludanunu 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@hectorpena8558 De eso se trata. Por eso anda en moto 🤔

  • @Elrolax123
    @Elrolax123 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Wow!! Eres muy valiente para andar en esos caminos difíciles pero muy hermosos Dios continué bendiciéndote amiguita !!. 🙏🏻🇺🇸🇲🇽

  • @LuisRadillaOwen
    @LuisRadillaOwen ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi there, the plants that were hanging on the trees in Mexico we called “Heno” we use to decorate the nacimientos o pesebres navideños (Christmas nativity scene)

  • @ronniec8038
    @ronniec8038 2 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Your touring videos are the best I've ever seen. Glad I ran across your channel. Mexico is a beautiful country and your videos do it justice. You have really nice riding skills too. Thanks for sharing.

  • @helibob2367
    @helibob2367 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    As always I'm thoroughly enjoying your tour through Mexico. I follow a lot of Mexico vloggers, and they do a great job of describing the Puerto Vallartas, the Mexico Cities, and the Cancuns. But they don't show the true overall topography of this marvelous country. Thanks for filling in the blanks.

  • @lylemacdonald6672
    @lylemacdonald6672 2 ปีที่แล้ว +74

    If "I need a breather" equates to breaking out the drone, may you be frequently breathless in your travels. We all love your drone footage of our beautiful world. Regards from 🇨🇦

    • @JungleJoeVN
      @JungleJoeVN 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I think so too

    • @shubs3566
      @shubs3566 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @conker bad day 🤔

    • @johnseidel8971
      @johnseidel8971 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @conker bad day Search youtube for BDR (Back Country Discovery) routes through western states. Also, look at the many TAT (Trans America Trail) videos. Riding is about the scenery, not the politics.

  • @janxwazul1180
    @janxwazul1180 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hello noraly you are pro dirt biker ,what an adventurous woman. Thanks to your amazing video.its like a travelled a lot for free. You take care of yourself ,keep safe God bless always.❤️👍

  • @bufozen3200
    @bufozen3200 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dear Noraly, Interesting question. I am a botanist and PhD lichenologist. In Europe the genus Tillandsia is not present in nature, but we have lichen (mutualistic associations between fungi, algae end/or bacteria) of genus Evernia or Usnea, with similar shape, pendent and abbundantly branched.
    I love Usnea barbata, because it transforms ordinary trees into hipster-trees 🤣🤣
    Enjoy this wonderful biodiversity and thanks for share your adventures!🤩

  • @brianwalker9185
    @brianwalker9185 2 ปีที่แล้ว +70

    Just a tip...mine shafts, in the west and Mexico become home to rattlesnakes, mountain lion and bears during the summer as the heat builds....
    Stay safe kid. Love your journeys.

    • @canadude2010
      @canadude2010 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      And small Sasquatchs

    • @Domanost
      @Domanost 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      chupacabras too.

    • @brianwalker9185
      @brianwalker9185 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Just 60 years of southwestern and Mexico exploration experience trying to be helpful. I didn't want to bring up the Venuzian Gargoyles.

    • @HuangHangLo
      @HuangHangLo 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@canadude2010 It's known as the Chupacabra. Lol

    • @melissadsilva6062
      @melissadsilva6062 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I was so stressed up watching her going so far in to that mine shaft.Felt relieved when she decided to not go any further and went back to Alaska.

  • @3orion33
    @3orion33 2 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Feeling (almost) guilty sitting in a comfortable chair eating food while enjoying a ride with you. That was at times more of a rocky path than a road....you had the advantage over that car for sure! As someone has already said, your post wouldn't be available unless you had made it safely. Nonetheless, our emotions get involved and appropriate feelings of concern kick in at those sheer dropoffs! All thanks to your editing, you've delivered another Oscar winner ! THANK YOU !

  • @jerryresch5308
    @jerryresch5308 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    That moss you pulled from the tree at the beginning of the episode is known here in southern USA as Spanish Moss, and thrives from NW Fla to Mississippi and perhaps other warm climate areas. Still very scary roads around those steep cliffs! Enjoying the beautiful Mexican countryside. I love those small towns! Thanks, Noraly!

    • @andrewmelalueca4881
      @andrewmelalueca4881 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Maybe not moss. But lichen?

    • @apfyts
      @apfyts 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I've seen Spanish Moss as far north as Virginia Beach.

    • @iviewforfun
      @iviewforfun 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have Spanis Moss growing on my pear tree here in Norfolk England

  • @uthrus
    @uthrus 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Spanish moss hanging off those trees. In the southern part of the US, particularly in South Carolina and Georgia, it grows on Live Oaks and Bald Cypress trees.

  • @sabinadonofrio8863
    @sabinadonofrio8863 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The moisture from the narrow canyon provides the perfect climate to grow the hanging moss. Years ago, it was almost wiped out here in Florida because it's so filthy toxic here. They look so beautifully romantic on a huge oak tree in the old private sectors here.

  •  2 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    Mega brave woman. I admire you so much. What a beautiful country Mexico is.

  • @Andres66Cali
    @Andres66Cali 2 ปีที่แล้ว +70

    The Mexico episodes have been so wonderful. I think they have been so interesting with all the different landscapes. There was an area where no electric posts or towers could be seen. A traveller might think they had gone back in time. It wouldn't be surprising to find "cowboys and indians" ridding the trails as if in a western. I love how Noraly puts together the footage. True adventure and pure fun!

    • @elgrangadsby
      @elgrangadsby 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      ¿Porque todos los extranjeros ven a México como películas de Hollywood?
      Solo son clichés!

    • @Andres66Cali
      @Andres66Cali 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@elgrangadsby Es por culpa del cine. Tantas películas western fueron hechas por México...

  • @Crittermoto
    @Crittermoto 2 ปีที่แล้ว +47

    You’re an absolute inspiration!
    I just completed my first multi week solo adventure on my CRF250l.
    Now it’s no around the world trek like you but it was to this date my longest solo unsupported free willed no set plan adventure…..and it was AWESOME!
    Can’t wait to see what route you take through my country.
    Cheers from Canada 🇨🇦

  • @whatsnews.2872
    @whatsnews.2872 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi Noraly, The growth on the trees is an air plant called "old mans beard", it has very good medicinal value, it's real name is "Usnea"

  • @jameslangham7493
    @jameslangham7493 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Yes that plant hanging off the Mesquite trees is a parasite that will kill the tree eventually. Fabulous ride Noraly , muchos gracias.

  • @Dominic-ls8oo
    @Dominic-ls8oo 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I can bet she's ready to go all the way in the cave if she was comfortable with Alaska being on her own. Her bravery is something else!! Thanks for another adventure.

  • @libbyvalley
    @libbyvalley 2 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    Always an exciting adventure with Noraly! Mexico is vast. I knew you would go in those random caves. 😁👏😱☀️💛 Best drone footage ever. We all love & support you ITCHY BOOTS! Keep shining your LIGHT & LOVE.

  • @drewmiller3462
    @drewmiller3462 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Love all of the stonework everywhere. Even the bad part of the road was somewhat cobbled.

  • @leifpettersson5651
    @leifpettersson5651 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Noraly! You are my hero when it comes to getting on bad roads, roads that are a challenge and daring to challenge fate. Your attitude is admirable. Nothing seems too difficult for you! You are my bikehero!

  • @patriciadevreese5466
    @patriciadevreese5466 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Noraly, I am not writing often, but I keep following you. I am the biologist/botanist who suggested the name Savanah (don't know how many others did), and also asked you to see a Welwitsquia mirabilis. I think I also told you Protea for some flowers in South Africa. Some of you botanic questions I was not sure, but in this case I am. I am so happy to be able to see places where I will never be in person. I am really traveling with you and learning a lot (landscapes, geology, autochthonous people, ruins, etc.) All your videos are interesting and relaxing at the same time for me. Thank you so much!!!!!!! Patricia

  • @joelrdizon
    @joelrdizon 2 ปีที่แล้ว +53

    i've grown SO comfortable watching Noraly's rides that I can even savor every little moment of my own extremely short commute rides around Baguio City that I've always taken for granted before. I think therein lies the magic of these videos. They inspire you and make you dream beyond your local surrounding--even if only for a few minutes each episode. I almost feel like I'm riding around Mexico even though I'm only off to the next streetcorner.

    • @lisacreagh8686
      @lisacreagh8686 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Couldn’t agree with you more!

    • @daklakdigital3691
      @daklakdigital3691 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      The handlebars leaping up and down add to the drama of the road Noraly drives over.

    • @DashCamJournalsPH
      @DashCamJournalsPH 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ui kaabayan you’re a fan as well 🤜🏻🤛🏻

    • @paulwallis3483
      @paulwallis3483 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I'm in iligan city in Mindanao and i love the videos.

    • @ninabarber8894
      @ninabarber8894 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      The "vines" hanging from the trees is called 'Spanish Moss'. Very common in Southern America & Mexico.

  • @dennisthurman8161
    @dennisthurman8161 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    You young lady and that little red Honda are incredibly tough,I've seen better rock slides than those roads you traveled today ,and the drone shots and the music were very peaceful and beautiful as well.The tires you put on Alaska a couple of weeks ago must be good ones to handle the terrible terrain you encountered today as well ,and when I heard you say I'm here! I was as relieved as you were lol.Your honesty and beautiful personality is the reason you have us following you across this worldly expedition with you! Be safe and we will pray for you and Alaska as well ,and we will see you soon .

  • @WillysPerformanceCycleCtr
    @WillysPerformanceCycleCtr 2 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    You continue to show us the beautiful landscape of Mexico and the natural surroundings on your way north! The tunnel is simply amazing! Once again, you picked the less traveled route and had a nice ride. Thanks for sharing another episode with us. Ride safe Noraly!

  • @maxkazzora4234
    @maxkazzora4234 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Beautiful street in the beginning of this video. I love the house colours. Mexico is growing on me. Still enjoying your travels Noraly in 2023. 👍👍

  • @vatesoglu
    @vatesoglu 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The mountain road was scary and very dangerous. But Noraly was laughing only. Bravo to you brave woman.

  • @markbollen8052
    @markbollen8052 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    We call that growth on the trees, "Old Mans Beard" in Australia it's not a parasite as such more like a fungus, It feeds on the morning dew. It will grow in dead wood too.

  • @franciscosaldana2879
    @franciscosaldana2879 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Noraly, you are hanging around the most remote areas of Mexico, it is beautiful. Those stony, narrow roads with a precipice, very challenging. But seeing the churches and convents in the middle of nowhere l can see the how deep the Spanish missionaries penetrated to preach their faith. It is interesting to see the one cow standing in the remotes roads you are traveling, out of nowhere or the goats really cute spooked by the noise of your motorcycle. Now Real de Catorce still has the original housing stock, it looks. A lot of towns and cities in Northern Mexico were founded where there were mineral ores and still goes on, great video.

  • @pstock426
    @pstock426 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Oh wow. Real de Catorce. I spent a week there for the St Francis of Assisi pilgrimage that happens in October. Glad you went there. A magical place it is especially during the festival.

  • @phathokum1855
    @phathokum1855 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Her videos are relevant to me because I have the same Honda 300L Rally on order. I plan to spend 3-4 years exploring the rural US and national forest of the US. So I want to see how her bike does. One of my biggest fears is having a flat tire stranded in the middle of nowhere. So I am getting foam tire inserts so that I can't have a flat. I could literally have a slash on the side or a dozen nails in it because it has no air. But she doesn't seem to be worried about that. I admire this ladies courage and hope she has no such breakdowns.

  • @p3sg-pennsylvaniapowerllc359
    @p3sg-pennsylvaniapowerllc359 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Thank you. I’ve been following since the start. Mexico better than expected. The history of Mexico is so rich.

  • @elbam.e.3980
    @elbam.e.3980 2 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    lo que tomaste del árbol se llama: HENO y se usa en adornos para navidad aquí en México

    • @ebptube
      @ebptube 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Air moss?

    • @manus.7458
      @manus.7458 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ebptube Spanish Moss

  • @HaKa-vg2fu
    @HaKa-vg2fu 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Bin durch Zufall auf ihren Kanal gestoßen und war sofort begeistert. Ich bewundere ihren Mut, so einen Trip alleine durchzuziehen. Was ich mich gefragt habe, wie Sie sich in Form halten, so ein Abenteuer durchzustehen. Im Prinzip fahren Sie ja fast den ganzen Tag Motorrad und abends bearbeiten Sie mit sehr viel Liebe und Hingabe die Videos. Freue mich auf das nächste Video. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻😎

    • @gerd5088
      @gerd5088 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Noraly ist schon 3.5 Jahre unterwegs, da bleibt man durchs fahren fit.

  • @rocazbiker4922
    @rocazbiker4922 2 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    lo que cuelga de los arboles es una especie de raiz que se seca y comunmente se le conoce como Heno, buen video Noraly sigue disfrutando de mi pais saludos desde Chiapas.

    • @gustavocarlockg65
      @gustavocarlockg65 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Efectivamente es el árbol de HENO

    • @enriquepatino1193
      @enriquepatino1193 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      abajo chiapas, las mejores cascadas estan en san luis potosi.

    • @rocazbiker4922
      @rocazbiker4922 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@enriquepatino1193 Dejame decirte que conozco muy bien SLP mi madre es oriunda de ese estado específicamente de EL NARANJO y pues cada estado tiene sus atractivos para mi arriba los dos 🤷🏻‍♂️👍🏻✌🏻🏍️

  • @richardlewin9282
    @richardlewin9282 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    That's a testament to the build quality of Honda's off road line of bikes . Not to mention you are my hero , fearless and beautiful 💯

  • @NelsonPatricioOliveira
    @NelsonPatricioOliveira 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What you saw hanging from the trees is Spanish Moss. It is not parasitic, but has its own leaves and derives moisture from the air. Awesome scenery with all the flowering Agave towering over all those shrubs. I'm still hoping your route takes you through the Copper Canyon, Baja and then north, though Mexico has so many amazing places that experiencing it all takes a lifetime.

  • @akowboyshippielife7405
    @akowboyshippielife7405 2 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    We love you Itchy Boots! Much love to everyone and your families! Thanks for awesome adventures Noraly! Much love from Alton Missouri 🤠🌻

  • @hannekejongejan6035
    @hannekejongejan6035 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Al was de weg behoorlijk slecht, en deed je 3 uur over 50 km, het is een mooie video, die tunnel,
    ja dat is wel een bijzondere tunnel die kom je niet zo gauw meer tegen, leuk om weer zoveel te zien! Nu maar lekker rusten. 😉❣️🙏
    😉❣️🙏🌞🌷

  • @jonathananderson3990
    @jonathananderson3990 2 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Wild and beautiful,I am in love with the landscape in Mexico.

    • @RodrigoSahagun
      @RodrigoSahagun 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Mexico is one of the five mega diverse countries in the world.

  • @rubenhrc5901
    @rubenhrc5901 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    the majority of the dogs 🐕🐩in Mexico always going to follow you😅😅😅,
    what you see on the trees hanging is called in Spanish MUSGO and it's been used for decoration: Natural, tropical decorative cover for crafts and hobbies
    Attractively conceals styrofoam, soil and floral clay
    Perfect for dried and silk arrangements, hanging baskets and planters😮

  • @pedromartins36
    @pedromartins36 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for the beutiful drone images! Stay safe Noraly!

  • @melausempai
    @melausempai 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Awesome! A country cannot wish for a better tourism ambassador.
    By the way Noraly , I found your old Basanti in a motorcycle shop I sometimes visit!
    She's still looking adventurous and well traveled! It's good they haven't cleaned her thoroughly, looks better on her.

    • @eefneleman9564
      @eefneleman9564 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Please, do tell, which shop was it?

    • @melausempai
      @melausempai 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@eefneleman9564 Lowlands Biker Store in Zwolle - The Netherlands

  • @grays5112
    @grays5112 2 ปีที่แล้ว +43

    Another Stunning video, I'm falling in love with Mexico, seems a fantastic place to ride. I have the same bike as Alaska, (in UK) but has only covered 3600km, but it is very nice to know it will be good for some serious off road work, as you are giving Alaska, a REAL workout, more than I would ever do !! and its great to see the 300 coping admirably, I gotta say I was dubious about downsizing to a 300, but when you see it put through its paces by yourself, its a great bike and thanks for the really great video blogs, I really enjoy them, REALLY enjoy them !!! Take care.

    • @cleigh113
      @cleigh113 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I was thinking the same- I had a KTM 450 then downsized to a Yamaha 250 (due to trail riding) and could not believe the km's Noraly is traveling on her 300

  • @donstravelsandrants.
    @donstravelsandrants. 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    That was a fabulous trail. Well done Mexico.🇲🇽

  • @fivesummerstories
    @fivesummerstories 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    We call that Air plant in Australia .. no roots it takes all its moisture from the air .. from condensation in the mornings.

  • @tbird4296
    @tbird4296 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Noraly, it is moss hanging from the trees. There is a lot of that on trees here in North America. Especially in the Southern US.

  • @lmcwill0502
    @lmcwill0502 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Spanish moss is hanging on those trees, very common in the southern US , like Georgia, Florida , Lausiana. Beautiful countryside you are riding in.

  • @greggalexander8216
    @greggalexander8216 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I’m behind in watching the episodes. But, I have to say I was smiling at the cool geography and landscape. The word COOL goes through my head. Like others have commented, I never knew the beauty of Mexico! I cannot wait to go! I wanted say too that I grew up in the Deep South of the US. I lived in Charleston, S.C. as a little boy. The “Spanish Moss” was everywhere in the oak trees. We called it “Grandpa’s Beard”. It used to be thought to be a lichen. But, from my college botany class, I learned it was neither from Spain, a moss or a lichen. It’s not parasitic. It’s just a flowering plant that pulls in its nutrients and water through the air. It used to make me itch a little. We played with it and camouflaged our bikes with it, although I now question how effective that was. It was so cool to see it there in Mexico! I wouldn’t have thought it was there.

  • @Sunny8888
    @Sunny8888 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    You'll never forget the diverse areas of Mexico.

  • @nuslike9431
    @nuslike9431 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The Terrain Never seen before anywhere on the internet.... you are incredible.. keep going..

  • @stevejohnson1685
    @stevejohnson1685 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    4:30 Joshua trees (or maybe other Lily relatives) already! I guess you'll be seeing them all the way north to Oregon...
    8:45 I think that's what is called "Spanish Moss" in California, at least. You'll be seeing that all the way north to San Francisco, mainly around the Los Padres National Forest between Santa Barbara and Paso Robles.

  • @patwest1815
    @patwest1815 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I see you have passed one of those skill milestones. The right bike, good tires and your confidence have come together to make you climb those stony rough roads without a hitch. You kept your speed up and I didn't see a single waver. That, or your editing skills have improved 😉. Have a great ride.

  • @dyoma0607
    @dyoma0607 2 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    I'm catching up with the newest episodes. Mexico edition is so far superb with the combination of nature, rugged terrains, off-roads, dog-chasing while the animals are crossing, and the old-style architecture of houses and churches -- and, of course, the drone shots, video editing and the background soundtrack. Honda should design an off-road bike dedicated to your Ecuador-Mexico journey.

  • @JorgeGarcia-wx5hk
    @JorgeGarcia-wx5hk 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Those trees in Mexico we called them "arbol de heno", this is used in Chrismas season as a decorative element below the Chrisimas tree.

    • @erocia8838
      @erocia8838 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      BACK IN THE DAY THEY USE TO MAKE BED MATRESSES AND PILLOWS OUT OF THIS TREE STUFF

  • @dirtybird437
    @dirtybird437 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Sphagnum Moss, or Spanish Moss. Here in South Carolina, USA (just above florida), we have that hanging and growing from Oak Trees all over the place.

  • @nicolarollinson4381
    @nicolarollinson4381 ปีที่แล้ว

    As a walking, flying hobo, my "home" is my hold all, which holds all my stuff. I love the way that Noraly talks about her bike, Alaska, with great affection. I feel the same about my bag 🥰

  • @tahoeblue2491
    @tahoeblue2491 2 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    I never imaged such a topography to be so mountainous and rocky. I always have seen Mexico just on a map. Your rides and filming really bring out each area with its own splendor. What a ride! Thank you.

    • @RodrigoSahagun
      @RodrigoSahagun 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      In the north of Mexico in Chihuahua are huge mountains with many pine trees, and she needs to go to the beaches that are breathtaking.

    • @archiea1476
      @archiea1476 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Topography looks a lot like Southern California. Roads way better in CA though.

    • @patylandavr
      @patylandavr 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      if you read a little more, you will remember that the Ring of Fire is crossing México. So what you can expect when you think in that...

  • @nessuno7510
    @nessuno7510 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Bikers are always helpful, friendly people, wherever they live in the world. ¡ Viva los moteros Mexicanos! 🤞🍀

  • @stevehops2825
    @stevehops2825 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Very impressive bike riding. Off camber, heavy uphill and slippery rocks. Skills.

  • @ebikeruss2058
    @ebikeruss2058 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    YOU MISSED THE DEER 10 METERS IN FRONT OF YOU @ 7:10. Beautiful scenery. I love your videos, don't stop.

  • @VisualEcho
    @VisualEcho 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Spanish Moss (it’s an air plant) Tons if it here in Florida…Addicted to watching your adventures!

  • @lornabecera8783
    @lornabecera8783 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Hi! Noraly I'm scary when you are get inside the cave , I really love it your journey , you are a gift women from God I'm so much happy watching the episode , beautiful places . Becareful Noraly God always be with you . Thank you so much again.

  • @01apples
    @01apples 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    We're so impressed by your riding and also with the quality of the Honda! Alaska just keeps going despite all the punishment you throw at her :-)

  • @lvictorvictor2753
    @lvictorvictor2753 2 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    Hola Noraly, Mexico es simplemente fantástico. Que belleza todo ese camino recorrido. Viva Mexico!!! Abrazo Argentino.

    • @Kt-sp8zu
      @Kt-sp8zu 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      tu país tampoco se queda atras, la patagonia Argentina es una pasadez de lanza jeje🙀😻

    • @sandraheinsbroek2364
      @sandraheinsbroek2364 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Soy Holandesa como Noraly y me encantaria ver Mexico y Argentina.

    • @lvictorvictor2753
      @lvictorvictor2753 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@sandraheinsbroek2364 pues tienes q hacerlo.

    • @WillysPerformanceCycleCtr
      @WillysPerformanceCycleCtr 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@sandraheinsbroek2364 …. You need to visit the America’s, from South to North! You are welcome anytime.

    • @sandraheinsbroek2364
      @sandraheinsbroek2364 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@WillysPerformanceCycleCtr How nice!!

  • @stonew1927
    @stonew1927 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I believe the type of epiphytic plant you saw growing on the trees is a type of Spanish moss (tillandsia usneoides), which is actually not Spanish at all, but a native to Mexico. Typically they grow in humid subtropical climates, but since it's a native to Mexico it's quite possible that the kind you found is a variety of it. Once again, enjoyed your adventure through the backroads of Mexico. Glad to see you heading north, as Alaska is still a looooooooong way away and the state of Alaska can actually start to experience cold temperatures in August, so you need to get their quickly if you're going to make it this year, before Fall and the extreme cold!! Of course, I'll be following you every step of the way. Stay safe!!

  • @FriendsoftheUSConstitution
    @FriendsoftheUSConstitution 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Noraly - If you are ever in the Southwest of the US, you will see that most of the trees are covered with Spanish Moss. Mexicans use it to decorate “Nacimientos” during Christmas time.

  • @lavapix
    @lavapix 2 ปีที่แล้ว +119

    It would have been funny if when exiting the tunnel you were suddenly in the US. Oops, wrong tunnel.

    • @camazotl1
      @camazotl1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I'm sure that something like that exist, I bet is something real...

    • @NowInIwoN
      @NowInIwoN 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Haha yup

    • @adelaalicea626
      @adelaalicea626 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      @@iansmith6086 because is very old and they still using it so my guess is they did a good job my opinion

    • @slobama
      @slobama 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yes, the Mexicans are good at making tunnels.

    • @felipetorres7222
      @felipetorres7222 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@iansmith6086 a pick and a shovel ja ja ja that is a very good joke. That is solid rock we are talking about. That tunnel was blasted with dinamite 200 years ago without any machinery. You got to give them some credit.

  • @ramsreyna251
    @ramsreyna251 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Its great to watch these vids of my moms homeland. She grew up in central Mexico in a small village called Villa de Guadalupe where after years they finally have paved roads. Thanks for the trip down memory lane!

  • @kentwilliams4152
    @kentwilliams4152 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Until today I had forgotten how great it was to click the motorcycle into gear and head out. When you said, “Let’s go,’ that brought back memories from long ago. 🤗

  • @rjjohnson7668
    @rjjohnson7668 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    imagine watching your daughter on youtube and THIS IS HER CHANNEL! i hope they are so proud of lil itchy

  • @rbuenafe100
    @rbuenafe100 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hello Noraly. If I'm not mistaken, I believe the vine like plant that you were pulling off a tree is a Lichen. In the US, we call it Old Man's Beard or Bearded Lichen. It belongs in the fungi family.