I’m a lone wolf rider as well. Riding in a large group is sketchy when you don’t know the people. Unless you’ve done a lot of group riding or did track time most novice riders will gravitate towards what goes by them and run off the road or into obstacles/ other riders. Riding alone is peaceful, and exhilarating at the same time. Forces the brain to take in so much information and make safe decisions to stay upright. Riding in a car is like watching a movie go by. Riding on a motorcycle is like being in the movie.
I do not mind riding with a small group occasionally but mostly ride solo. What I dislike the most is riding with riders who do not look after their bikes, don't arrive at the meeting point on time with the bike fuelled up. I do not want to spend time on the side of the road dealing with someone's problem that was preventable with care and maintenance.
A few years back, at the Barber's Vintage Festival, they managed to get all but 1 of the Brittons together. The 1 missing is in the New Zealand Museaum where Britton is from. If I am not mistaken all made a lap around the track. If my memory serves me, there were only 11 built. Either way, I saw everyone except that one. Thats is how we do things in Alabama. Drop us a line if you ever want a tour.
Wow. What a cool channel. Recently discovered the channel and glad I did. Great story-telling ability with interesting topics. Looking forward to future vlogs/podcasts.
I found people to ride with in a few different ways: - One day I'm riding my (somewhat vintage) bike around town and I see another vintage bike in front of a guys garage. So I stopped and had a conversation with him - I chatted with someone on one of the FB motorcycle groups just to look at his profile and see he's local. Couple months later he walked up to me as I was filling up gas in my bike at the gas station - Someone I met at a motorcycle tech day event - Random guy who was at the gas station filling up his bike just as I was doing the same. ...so there are for sure different ways to meet people!
I tend to like to ride alone because it makes the ride easier as you mentioned. I tend to do 1k in a days where I leave around 1am and drive straight, I stop for gas and that's it. Most people I know who ride want nothing to do with this. BUT then bombing around with friends and having a great day in New England is always a good time too
I have not been to Barber yet. People say that you need 1 or 2 days to go through the Museum. I was curious to know where all of the Money came from so I did a search. The Owner or Founder of Barber is an heir to a huge Dairy Distribution Company. He sold it and took his money to build Barber. There is a youtube Documentary on the story of the Britton. After John died from Skin cancer his Parter was going to continue building and racing the bike. Then he died flying a Helicopter in a Volunteer Rescue Mission. I heard the Story that Willie G Davidson saw a Britton and he asked if it was a New Brand and Model, and this was more recently.
@@mikeskidmore6754 Barber is must at some point. If you enjoy looking up facts, there is so much history there. The Britten story is tragic, unfortunately.
@@AnnickMagac The Britton had a Suzuki Transmission. John Cast and machined his own Heads. Heads are always the secret to making the most power in naturally aspirated engines. 7 Brittens where built when John was a live and three more were built after he passed. The Frame is all Carbon Fiber. The Radiator is under the seat. Conventional Radiators have too much wind drag. th-cam.com/video/uSTnTj9yvZQ/w-d-xo.html
@@AnnickMagac I assume that you know who Guy Martin is. He was a Truck Mechanic who Raced TT Tourist Trophy Races like Isle of Man. He was an Independent racer, he never wanted to be a full time Factory rider. He supported his Racing Habit as a Truck Mechanic. "Lorry Mechanic" as they are called in the UK they called Steam Powered Trucks Lorry. The first Steam Wagon was built in 1870. They were very Popular with a few mfgs in the early 1900's. The only remaining player in the market was Sentinel. In 1933, they launched their "S" type wagons. A fast, well thought out and reliable design, it was a valiant attempt to maintain the steam wagon market. Despite this, in 1938, production ceased, except for 100 wagons produced in the early 1950s for the Argentine government, and a solitary wagon produced for the home market. Guy Martin had a Transmission seize in an Isle of Man TT race and he slid into a stone wall and broke his Back. Guy Martin has been working full time staring in TV shows how things are built ect. A very interesting BBC TV show. Guy Martin rode a Britten in 2014." th-cam.com/video/5rjJQUnq5Js/w-d-xo.html
Hello Annick, I just discovered your channel and enjoyed this video. I'm older! Not gonna tell you my age but I will comment on your content. I rode motorcycles a number of years ago and then was away from riding for quite a long time. A couple of years ago I got the bug again. When I was young I rode with my best friend frequently. These days I ride alone. I really don't mind riding by myself for the same reasons that you mentioned. One can do whatever one wants without having to factor in the need to consider others. Of course, safety is a concern when riding with individuals whose riding style or habits are unknown to you. In any case, I like your style. Keep on keeping on!
Hi Annick! This was a well put together story! I have been struggling with this topic myself. I ride an ADV and want to get into moto camping. Everyone I know rides either Harley's or crotch rockets. My town is absolutely PACKED with em...ugh. They are a very clickey bunch and definitely have the "don't wave at anyone who isn't riding the same bike we are" attitude. 🙄 Whatever, I couldn't care less, I can't and don't want to ride the same way they do anyway. I do wish there were more like minded riders with similar bikes and riding styles in my area... I'm in the middle of the ride less and less every year situation now. Which sucks because there are some epic rides in my area, Beartooth Pass, Chief Joseph Highway, Lolo Pass, DevilStone,ect. Rides that are best to NOT do alone for safety reasons and would be super cool to share memories with! 🤷 Anyway, great video! Keep up the good work! 😁
A brilliant episode, great listening to ideas. I actually like the way you’re getting info across. I’m usually riding by myself. But! I have some of the best places to ride, in the mountains of southern Spain.
@ well here in Granada, Andalucía, we have a ski resort….called SIerra Nevada. Skiing up to 3400m in altitude. This makes for some great mountain rides.
I enjoyed your video. I started riding at 63 and I am now 69. I enjoy solo riding, but more and more I enjoy riding with a group of friends. People I enjoy having coffee and lunch with. Friends become more important as you age.
I did enjoy riding my dual sport with my partner, back when my current bike was rather young in the late 80s, but then she was only 112 lbs and athletic as well as having excellent balance, allowing us to go through streams with slick rocks and such and never have a problem making it across such a stream. We could also ride with aplomb in deep sand, and I could actually keep it up better on difficult terrain when she was with me. Even so, we never did that much single track or really tough conditions. Yet, the main benefit with either having an ideal passenger or having friends ride along, is when NOT factoring in the riding itself but instead when at camp together or when doing something when were OFF the bikes at the destination. Many of my rides involve visiting with a friend, for example, who often isn't a rider. Otherwise, riding alone has some advantages in terms of timing things and deciding on taking alternative routes without having to deal with complaints or stick to the initial "Master Frigging Plan." So, for me, the best of the social aspect of riding can be about "being there" or doing things with people when it doesn't involve the process of getting there.
I just want to say thank you for taking the time to put this video together. First time watcher and really enjoyed your content. I ride an ADV as well…new to this style and really enjoy the “do everything” nature of ADVs. Look forward to catching up on your videos and to watching new ones.
Good to see more ladies out riding, we need more. I'm also New England area. I get the folks that want to cut out of comms. We have hand signals to let people know they should connect back in, for info, help, or a break. I mostly ride alone because most of the rides I take aren't just a day trip. But it would be nice to have someone along, if things go south. I'm pretty good at road-side repair, I actually carry the tools necessary for three different motorcycles at all times (easier than trying to separate out chain links or sockets) but I don't carry a spare tube (I'm tubeless, though I do have tube patches) so I usually have what anyone might need (Unless you are a Harley, some of those triple squares I just don't carry, tho I own them). And I carry a full trauma kit. And electronic road flares. I don't mind carrying what I have, it's part of what I carry, whether it be the Puppy Dog Route or going to Hannaford's for some beer. Everyone I know runs a Sena system, either mesh or BT. I can do both or either. Due to injuries, for the last two years I didn't get to ride the East Coast BDRs I wanted to. Hoping to change that this year.
My wife who rides and is recovering from foot surgery hooked me (early 50s) up with this gal on a Facebook group who was looking for someone to ride with. So her and I set up a time and place for the next day to meet up at. I'm like, this isn't going to happen. I ride up to the place to meet her and sure enough she's there and once again skeptical I'm thinking, ahhh, she's probably in her 60s and we might not mesh. Nope, she was mid or late 20s and what a fantastic day we had riding. NEPA is tough meeting people because they turn into a no - show 90ish% of the time but like you said, if you don't leave your house, you'll never find out. Come to the Poconos and I'll ride with you 👍
@strikeeagle6871 She knows, remember, if yoeeu can't be trusted, in the end what kind of relationship do you have? Once I lose my word (trust), what good am I? I place a high value on my trustworthiness.
Thank you so much, great videos! I am at the beginning of North Idaho winter and looking for motorcycle videos to help me through the winter. 😂 I am now looking forward to sitting on a bike in the bike cave this winter watching your next ones!!!!
Hi Annick! I stumbled onto your channel just this morning. New rider (sorta) in my 50s, got my first bike in October. I prefer to ride alone. As a mountain biker, I always have always ridden pretty much alone. But as new rider, I want find others to ride with for the learning experience. Thanks for your insight!
Congratulations! I'm glad this was helpful. You might enjoy Ep. 04 with C Jane Taylor. She also started riding at 50 (sorta). Her story is very inspiring.
Subscriber #360! Excited to see where this channel goes. It’s funny as I get older I really prefer to ride with others and not solo. I ride a sport bike and riding alone is just not enjoyable for me. I started track days 3 years ago and I absolutely fell in love all over again. I love to learn an grow as a rider and I can’t do that alone. I joined up 2 different riding organizations and now I’m in a group that wants the same things I do, to be faster, safer and do it with like minded people that quickly turn into friends. There are Facebook groups in your area that often have group rides that people may be searching for. Like you said you have to put yourself out there but that’s ok and you meet some amazing people because of it!
Guest suggestion - Noraly of the Itchy Boots channel. She's currently riding in Turkey on a 1986 Tenere. She probably gets hammered by requests but you never know. Good luck!
Very nice show. I enjoyed watching it. I always ride alone mainly because i don't have many friends that ride. I live up ion Maine and it's almost time to tuck my bike away for the season. We have had a few nice days the last couple of weeks which is really weird. I don't like group ride because it gets too chaotic. The last one that I went on was a charity run. It was my first group ride in quite a while. It was a lot of bikes, mostly harleys. I have a can am ryker so I felt out of place, even though there was one other female that had one I still felt out of place. I did ride to New hampshire wit some friends last year. It was only four bikes, my ryker, 2 yamahas and 1 harley. that was a long day. So to sum it up I'm a solo ride and I ride when i feel the need to which is almost everyday on nice days.
I enjoy riding with a small group of friends and I also tend to ride sweep. But the logistics of life make it difficult to connect. I do, however, frequently crave solitude and riding alone, occasionally going motocamping, is always refreshing.
This is awesome, subscribed! Im extrovert stuck at a WFH job so i enjoy motorcycling as a way to get out of the house and connect with others, usually just my one friend. But this has me thinking i should try to find solace in some more solo rides too. How are you liking the scrambler?
When given the space, mentally on solo rides, it's amazing what comes up or gets solved in life. I really like the bike. It's basic, easy to ride, can handle almost any situation, affordable, and people really the aesthetics of it. It gets a lot of compliments from non-riders. Thank you for the Subscribe!!!
There is something else I wanted to say that touches on something you said in this video. You said even if you don't get to go for a ride go down and say hello to you bike. I'm going to go out on a limb and say this but I truly believe inanimate objects have a soul and can feel if you love them. If they feel that love they take care of you in ways you might never think of. Valentino Rossi talked about getting in touch with the soul of the motorcycles he raced. He could do many things at the time, others could only dream of. So to you, talk to your bike and tell it you love it. I will give the same in return!
Yep, this was one of those distracted riding seasons, not nearly enough miles on the bike this year. Next year, less work, more riding which happens to be the theme of my retirement that is less than three years away. Less work, more riding.
Hi I wanted to give you a different viewpoint about talking while riding. I'm 74 now, started riding at 14, because in Missouri you could get a motorcycle license at 14. Most of us rode smaller Japanese bikes without helmets. We used hand signals to point at the gas tank if needing fuel or made sign language for food or water. Sometimes an experience is beyond verbalization. I know this now because I've been a visual artist since a small child. I did the multiple art school route, gallery shows , commissions. When asked to explain some of my work I have occasionally replied that it's visual language, and words are inadequate. I have memories of rides before the infestation of cell phones and radio comms. My memory of those rides is of the guys and their bikes and the varying sound waves of the different motors. If there is someone on a 2-stroke there is an amplitude that is set up. If everyone is chattering away verbally that phenomena might go unnoticed. Some people talk in movie theaters and as a result, they see a different version of the movie.
I don't like large group rides with strangers. If I do find myself in one I ride in back. I ride with a sense of accountability for my choices and ride conservatively on the street even as a seasoned track day rider, coach, and competitive road racer. I've taken it upon myself to be the guy with the trauma kit and have had to use it multiple times. I prefer to ride by myself, with my wife, or with a small group of trusted riders. I ride to relax on the road and have an adventure.
I’m a lone rider. I’d like to find a few good friends for some trail riding and ADV trips but I haven’t yet. I need to go to more events to meet people.
Nice video i have mostly rode by myself alot once in a while i will ride wirh poker runs but mostly i have 2 mini chihuahuas that are always with me i travel for work also but on the bike they are always with me i use to ride with a group but it was to much coas and talk i live in the rocky mountains so there is always beautiful scenery to see take care
Riding has always been an escape for me, but I sometimes enjoy "escaping" with others. You seem like a person that I'd enjoy riding with. Then again, maybe that's just the TH-cam you! It's been my experience that motorcycling is a vehicle for self-discovery; and as such, it's difficult to find someone similar to the current "you." For me, more often than not, it's just two ships passing in the night. Sounds like you've made meaningful connections! So, I guess it's me and not everyone else! 😂😅 Great podcast! Just subscribed!
Thank you for subscribing. If you read through the comments, most people seem to be in the same boat. You just never know who you'll run into that is your new riding buddy.
I’m usually in the rear with the queer, a hint for ridding sweep get a yellow helmet because the lead can pick you out of a bunch of black helmets easily. Looks like you’re in Georgia area a lot of us Euro riders are cool and don’t get caught up in the extra drama that those who support the local Harley dealership.
I’ve experimented with group riding. Riders who complain about cage drivers trying to kill them realize on group rides that it’s actually other bikers that are trying to kill you.
Large group ride’s can be fun and dangerous at the same time, since I left my club I ride alone or every now and then pick up a ride buddy on the highway. I will say it’s nice to have at least one person to ride with at times riding two up is ok, but it’s not like ripping the road with a buddy.
@ how did you enjoy Alabama? my mission is to ride and film as much of our state as I can, never know what’s in your state until you get out and about.
@@SouthernBoyzRyde I enjoyed my time there.You have a beautiful state. At some point I hope to go back and explore the coast more.You're right about not knowing your area. Most people only visit it when they have guests!
@ Alabama is kind of funny it’s like two different states in one, the Northern part is so much different than the Southern part, and I hope you get to visit our coast you’ll love it.
I average 15-25K per year on my bike, I don’t mind riding alone because I don’t know how much experience they have on two wheels. I’m not riding right now because it’s raining and it’s 55’F outside. And I don’t have any place I need to be.
Riding alone or with others is a sensitive subject for me. I have been riding for almost 55 years and ridden over 750,000 miles. When I was younger I rode all year long. If it wasn't snowing when I left I would take my bike. I got stuck in the snow a few times. I live in New Jersey. It isn't something I would do now, but in my life I did it. I love a good passenger (woman). Over the years I have had bikes that weren't great for riding double. I'm not a fan of group riding. 1 or 2 is OK if your riding styles are compatible. I think a communicator is good, but not for continuous conversation. I like to stay in the present moment while riding. I find riding through a town that has traffic lights can be a pain when there are too many. I find it hard to stay close enough at all times not to get separated at red lights. I always felt when riding with others it was great to ride with someone when you stopped to get something to eat you had good conversation. During COVID I joined a motorcycle club to be around people. I went on 2 or 3 group rides and it confirmed for me that I don't like riding in groups. Riding a motorcycle makes me whole. I ride mountain bikes as well and it has the same affect. It's very great to have someone to share with, but sometimes it isn't easy to find. I went to the ART OF THE MOTORCYCLE at the Guggenheim in New York 2 times. I agree with you it was very wonderful. It's hard for me to comment in a short paragraph. I have lived so much motorcycle life over the years that it is hard to remember unless someone brings it up in conversation. It makes me happy that women can have the same love for 2 wheels as a man and express it. That is coming from an older soul. When I was younger I was a motorcycle mechanic and knew quite a few women who rode bikes and I didn't feel anything about it. Keep doing what you do and what you want to do. I hope for you that you can find the funds to keep growing.
Thank you for the thoughtful reply and support. That is a lot of miles with a lot of memories! I also forget unless someone brings it up in conversation. Such as, I forgot the name of the show. So thanks for reminding me!
When I started writing in 2017 I was on a BMW scooter. I rode from home to work and back and for the most part I didn't see anyone else on a bike. Except on the day of National ride your motorcycle to work day. I had a quite a few motorcycle riders who gave to 2 finger salute but never did I ever ride with friends because MY friends thought they were SMARTER than me because they drove a car. (Yeah right, middle finger to them too. NOT my friends anymore)
@@nicholaskalogris9985 Thank you! My advice would be to make sure to stay in staggered formation. Not only are you more visible to each other, but you’re also more visible to car drivers. It also ensures that you’re leaving enough room for each other on the road. 😃
I am now 65, have been riding all my life. I prefer to be off rode. I am lucky to have friends my age that also ride. Riding off road it is best to have a buddy. Someone needs to call 911 if you break a bike or a bone. I don't mean to act like the grammer police but what you call " bull shitting " we call Bench Racing. It is a term from the 70s moto xers.
You don't even look old enough to have been riding for 20 years. I rode for 20 years then took 29 years off. Just got my new bike this summer. 1200 miles so far and am getting my sea legs back. Prefer to ride alone so I can go slow and enjoy the view.
@AnnickMagac Oh thanks, I must be getting old not knowing it aha. Maybe it ought to be 'BFUN' Best friends until now? Forever would mean until death & no one can predict such?
KLR 650 . 2022 electria glide standard. Sweft lucky strike. I'm single love woman and know none . I'm retirement from oil fields. I'm single love to ride .
My anti-social perspective... Why would one want to ride WITH somebody? 😊 I'm a person who likes riding alone and do so 99% of the time. But I do enjoy riding with my son as well.
@@AnnickMagac I'm from the Boston area (tho I now live about 20 miles southwest of Boston). Interesting chat in this video. I tend to ride mostly solo, but occasionally I'll take a ride with small groups. My wife or daughter will sometimes come for rides.. and my 7 year old boy just started taking short rides with me this year. Wife and I tend to take a trip about once per year.. usually a long weekend to Laconia. Tho in 2023 we did Sturgis which was amazing. Cheers. 🙂
@@AnnickMagac Well.. if you're ever doing some riding in the general Boston and surrounding areas.. maybe we'll catch up with each other. Ride safe and keep the interesting content coming. 🙂
riding my whole life , tried to listen to some of this . scrolled thru it . kept falling asleep, and banged my head on the handlebar
Super! You discovered my content is not your cup of tea.
I’m a lone wolf rider as well. Riding in a large group is sketchy when you don’t know the people. Unless you’ve done a lot of group riding or did track time most novice riders will gravitate towards what goes by them and run off the road or into obstacles/ other riders.
Riding alone is peaceful, and exhilarating at the same time. Forces the brain to take in so much information and make safe decisions to stay upright.
Riding in a car is like watching a movie go by. Riding on a motorcycle is like being in the movie.
You hit the nail on the head!
Right on!
I do not mind riding with a small group occasionally but mostly ride solo. What I dislike the most is riding with riders who do not look after their bikes, don't arrive at the meeting point on time with the bike fuelled up. I do not want to spend time on the side of the road dealing with someone's problem that was preventable with care and maintenance.
@@paulbunyon6324 I agree on those points! Big time. Total time waste.
A few years back, at the Barber's Vintage Festival, they managed to get all but 1 of the Brittons together. The 1 missing is in the New Zealand Museaum where Britton is from. If I am not mistaken all made a lap around the track. If my memory serves me, there were only 11 built. Either way, I saw everyone except that one. Thats is how we do things in Alabama. Drop us a line if you ever want a tour.
@@lamardurden8460 what a great experience!
Wow. What a cool channel. Recently discovered the channel and glad I did. Great story-telling ability with interesting topics. Looking forward to future vlogs/podcasts.
That's so awesome to hear! Thank you!
I found people to ride with in a few different ways:
- One day I'm riding my (somewhat vintage) bike around town and I see another vintage bike in front of a guys garage. So I stopped and had a conversation with him
- I chatted with someone on one of the FB motorcycle groups just to look at his profile and see he's local. Couple months later he walked up to me as I was filling up gas in my bike at the gas station
- Someone I met at a motorcycle tech day event
- Random guy who was at the gas station filling up his bike just as I was doing the same.
...so there are for sure different ways to meet people!
I love it! Gotta go talk to people.
I tend to like to ride alone because it makes the ride easier as you mentioned. I tend to do 1k in a days where I leave around 1am and drive straight, I stop for gas and that's it. Most people I know who ride want nothing to do with this. BUT then bombing around with friends and having a great day in New England is always a good time too
The great thing, is there are so many ways to experience riding! (BTW, great channel name!)
I have not been to Barber yet. People say that you need 1 or 2 days to go through the Museum. I was curious to know where all of the Money came from so I did a search. The Owner or Founder of Barber is an heir to a huge Dairy Distribution Company. He sold it and took his money to build Barber.
There is a youtube Documentary on the story of the Britton. After John died from Skin cancer his Parter was going to continue building and racing the bike. Then he died flying a Helicopter in a Volunteer Rescue Mission.
I heard the Story that Willie G Davidson saw a Britton and he asked if it was a New Brand and Model, and this was more recently.
@@mikeskidmore6754 Barber is must at some point. If you enjoy looking up facts, there is so much history there. The Britten story is tragic, unfortunately.
@@AnnickMagac Cycle World Covered John Britten again 6 months ago:
th-cam.com/video/mnIqWIe2PJ4/w-d-xo.html
@@AnnickMagac The Britton had a Suzuki Transmission. John Cast and machined his own Heads. Heads are always the secret to making the most power in naturally aspirated engines. 7 Brittens where built when John was a live and three more were built after he passed. The Frame is all Carbon Fiber. The Radiator is under the seat. Conventional Radiators have too much wind drag.
th-cam.com/video/uSTnTj9yvZQ/w-d-xo.html
@@AnnickMagac I assume that you know who Guy Martin is. He was a Truck Mechanic who Raced TT Tourist Trophy Races like Isle of Man. He was an Independent racer, he never wanted to be a full time Factory rider. He supported his Racing Habit as a Truck Mechanic. "Lorry Mechanic" as they are called in the UK they called Steam Powered Trucks Lorry. The first Steam Wagon was built in 1870. They were very Popular with a few mfgs in the early 1900's. The only remaining player in the market was Sentinel. In 1933, they launched their "S" type wagons. A fast, well thought out and reliable design, it was a valiant attempt to maintain the steam wagon market. Despite this, in 1938, production ceased, except for 100 wagons produced in the early 1950s for the Argentine government, and a solitary wagon produced for the home market.
Guy Martin had a Transmission seize in an Isle of Man TT race and he slid into a stone wall and broke his Back.
Guy Martin has been working full time staring in TV shows how things are built ect. A very interesting BBC TV show.
Guy Martin rode a Britten in 2014."
th-cam.com/video/5rjJQUnq5Js/w-d-xo.html
Hello Annick, I just discovered your channel and enjoyed this video. I'm older! Not gonna tell you my age but I will comment on your content. I rode motorcycles a number of years ago and then was away from riding for quite a long time. A couple of years ago I got the bug again. When I was young I rode with my best friend frequently. These days I ride alone. I really don't mind riding by myself for the same reasons that you mentioned. One can do whatever one wants without having to factor in the need to consider others. Of course, safety is a concern when riding with individuals whose riding style or habits are unknown to you. In any case, I like your style. Keep on keeping on!
@@MD-MC Thank you for the kind words. I’m so glad you decided to return to the sport.
Hi Annick! This was a well put together story! I have been struggling with this topic myself. I ride an ADV and want to get into moto camping. Everyone I know rides either Harley's or crotch rockets. My town is absolutely PACKED with em...ugh. They are a very clickey bunch and definitely have the "don't wave at anyone who isn't riding the same bike we are" attitude. 🙄 Whatever, I couldn't care less, I can't and don't want to ride the same way they do anyway. I do wish there were more like minded riders with similar bikes and riding styles in my area... I'm in the middle of the ride less and less every year situation now. Which sucks because there are some epic rides in my area, Beartooth Pass, Chief Joseph Highway, Lolo Pass, DevilStone,ect. Rides that are best to NOT do alone for safety reasons and would be super cool to share memories with! 🤷 Anyway, great video! Keep up the good work! 😁
Thank you! You bring a good topic up about - "rides that are best to NOT do alone for safety reasons".
A brilliant episode, great listening to ideas. I actually like the way you’re getting info across. I’m usually riding by myself. But! I have some of the best places to ride, in the mountains of southern Spain.
@@jonathanbuzzard7169 Ahhhh! Another international viewer! Wooohooo! I’ve never been to that part of Europe. I’m sure it’s beautiful! 😍
@ well here in Granada, Andalucía, we have a ski resort….called SIerra Nevada. Skiing up to 3400m in altitude. This makes for some great mountain rides.
I enjoyed your video. I started riding at 63 and I am now 69. I enjoy solo riding, but more and more I enjoy riding with a group of friends. People I enjoy having coffee and lunch with. Friends become more important as you age.
That is fantastic! I wish more people understood that you can start riding and whatever age.
I did enjoy riding my dual sport with my partner, back when my current bike was rather young in the late 80s, but then she was only 112 lbs and athletic as well as having excellent balance, allowing us to go through streams with slick rocks and such and never have a problem making it across such a stream. We could also ride with aplomb in deep sand, and I could actually keep it up better on difficult terrain when she was with me. Even so, we never did that much single track or really tough conditions. Yet, the main benefit with either having an ideal passenger or having friends ride along, is when NOT factoring in the riding itself but instead when at camp together or when doing something when were OFF the bikes at the destination. Many of my rides involve visiting with a friend, for example, who often isn't a rider. Otherwise, riding alone has some advantages in terms of timing things and deciding on taking alternative routes without having to deal with complaints or stick to the initial "Master Frigging Plan." So, for me, the best of the social aspect of riding can be about "being there" or doing things with people when it doesn't involve the process of getting there.
I've had similar experiences! It's great to have a riding partner!
I just want to say thank you for taking the time to put this video together.
First time watcher and really enjoyed your content.
I ride an ADV as well…new to this style and really enjoy the “do everything” nature of ADVs.
Look forward to catching up on your videos and to watching new ones.
Thank you. I appreciate that a lot.
I have been riding for 20 years. The last 5 I have done it more solo than ever. Can't wait for the review of the honda.
That's great! I did a short on the Honda that is on my home page. If a longer form review is of interest, let me know.
I have always rode alone except for a few longer trips.
Glad I discovered your channel.
I'm glad you discovered it too. :)
Good to see more ladies out riding, we need more.
I'm also New England area.
I get the folks that want to cut out of comms. We have hand signals to let people know they should connect back in, for info, help, or a break.
I mostly ride alone because most of the rides I take aren't just a day trip. But it would be nice to have someone along, if things go south.
I'm pretty good at road-side repair, I actually carry the tools necessary for three different motorcycles at all times (easier than trying to separate out chain links or sockets) but I don't carry a spare tube (I'm tubeless, though I do have tube patches) so I usually have what anyone might need (Unless you are a Harley, some of those triple squares I just don't carry, tho I own them). And I carry a full trauma kit. And electronic road flares. I don't mind carrying what I have, it's part of what I carry, whether it be the Puppy Dog Route or going to Hannaford's for some beer.
Everyone I know runs a Sena system, either mesh or BT. I can do both or either.
Due to injuries, for the last two years I didn't get to ride the East Coast BDRs I wanted to.
Hoping to change that this year.
I hope you get to hit those East Coast BDRs this year! It sounds like you travel - prepared! (High Five)
My wife who rides and is recovering from foot surgery hooked me (early 50s) up with this gal on a Facebook group who was looking for someone to ride with. So her and I set up a time and place for the next day to meet up at. I'm like, this isn't going to happen. I ride up to the place to meet her and sure enough she's there and once again skeptical I'm thinking, ahhh, she's probably in her 60s and we might not mesh. Nope, she was mid or late 20s and what a fantastic day we had riding. NEPA is tough meeting people because they turn into a no - show 90ish% of the time but like you said, if you don't leave your house, you'll never find out. Come to the Poconos and I'll ride with you 👍
I'm glad you found someone! You're in a beautiful place to ride.
Don't tell your wife she's in her twenties you will never find your keys again !
@strikeeagle6871 She knows, remember, if yoeeu can't be trusted, in the end what kind of relationship do you have? Once I lose my word (trust), what good am I? I place a high value on my trustworthiness.
Thank you so much, great videos! I am at the beginning of North Idaho winter and looking for motorcycle videos to help me through the winter. 😂 I am now looking forward to sitting on a bike in the bike cave this winter watching your next ones!!!!
@@philipmills8308 Get ready bc the next 3 months, I have some super interview guests & some good solo show topics coming up 😃
Great topic Annick. You communicate clearly, love you humor and laugh. Your topics are relevant. We look forward to hearing you again.
Thanks! I'm glad that the topics resonate with you.
I’ve been riding 36 years so my experience level is more relaxed than my earlier years.
That’s how it should be!
Hi Annick! I stumbled onto your channel just this morning. New rider (sorta) in my 50s, got my first bike in October. I prefer to ride alone. As a mountain biker, I always have always ridden pretty much alone. But as new rider, I want find others to ride with for the learning experience. Thanks for your insight!
Congratulations! I'm glad this was helpful. You might enjoy Ep. 04 with C Jane Taylor. She also started riding at 50 (sorta). Her story is very inspiring.
Happy I found your channel. Enjoyed the video and look forward to the next one. Yes I subscribed;)
@@ridelikekrum7707 Thank you! I appreciate it.
Subscriber #360! Excited to see where this channel goes. It’s funny as I get older I really prefer to ride with others and not solo. I ride a sport bike and riding alone is just not enjoyable for me. I started track days 3 years ago and I absolutely fell in love all over again. I love to learn an grow as a rider and I can’t do that alone. I joined up 2 different riding organizations and now I’m in a group that wants the same things I do, to be faster, safer and do it with like minded people that quickly turn into friends. There are Facebook groups in your area that often have group rides that people may be searching for. Like you said you have to put yourself out there but that’s ok and you meet some amazing people because of it!
Wooooohoooo! Thank you. Isn't it amazing that no matter how long you've been riding, there is always something new to learn?
Guest suggestion - Noraly of the Itchy Boots channel. She's currently riding in Turkey on a 1986 Tenere. She probably gets hammered by requests but you never know. Good luck!
That's a great idea!
Very nice show. I enjoyed watching it. I always ride alone mainly because i don't have many friends that ride. I live up ion Maine and it's almost time to tuck my bike away for the season. We have had a few nice days the last couple of weeks which is really weird. I don't like group ride because it gets too chaotic. The last one that I went on was a charity run. It was my first group ride in quite a while. It was a lot of bikes, mostly harleys. I have a can am ryker so I felt out of place, even though there was one other female that had one I still felt out of place. I did ride to New hampshire wit some friends last year. It was only four bikes, my ryker, 2 yamahas and 1 harley. that was a long day. So to sum it up I'm a solo ride and I ride when i feel the need to which is almost everyday on nice days.
Thank you! I believe the ryker has a place at the table. If you keep showing up, people will just except you as part of the family. :)
I'd love to take a trip to Maine one day! It's a short riding season but I bet it's gorgeous.
I've been to Barber twice. It's truly an amazing place.
@@box510motorcycles3 Definitely a place to visit more than once, as you know.
You have an infectious laugh. You have an interesting way of telling. 👋😃👍
@@Namutoni3010 😄🙌🏻☺️
I enjoy riding with a small group of friends and I also tend to ride sweep. But the logistics of life make it difficult to connect. I do, however, frequently crave solitude and riding alone, occasionally going motocamping, is always refreshing.
@@jude.25 It’s nice to have the options. It is hard these days to have solitude. We take what we can get!
This is awesome, subscribed! Im extrovert stuck at a WFH job so i enjoy motorcycling as a way to get out of the house and connect with others, usually just my one friend. But this has me thinking i should try to find solace in some more solo rides too.
How are you liking the scrambler?
When given the space, mentally on solo rides, it's amazing what comes up or gets solved in life. I really like the bike. It's basic, easy to ride, can handle almost any situation, affordable, and people really the aesthetics of it. It gets a lot of compliments from non-riders. Thank you for the Subscribe!!!
Best wishes! Just keep at it. I think you'll be okay. You love motorcycling, and you have the gift of gab, and the video is great quality.
Thanks for the support! It's funny - what you got in trouble for as a kid, ends up being an asset as an adult. LOL
Its great on single track trails 6:40 being able to radio head abt obstacles in trails.
Good point! Absolutely!
Hello from Chicago! Ahhhhh.....the steps we take in life and the places they lead us. : )
@@maybeerainmaybeesnow Riiiight?!!!
Oh since you did bring up the topic I have a Yamaha 1900cc bagger. 1849cc but I don’t know the difference.
There is something else I wanted to say that touches on something you said in this video. You said even if you don't get to go for a ride go down and say hello to you bike. I'm going to go out on a limb and say this but I truly believe inanimate objects have a soul and can feel if you love them. If they feel that love they take care of you in ways you might never think of. Valentino Rossi talked about getting in touch with the soul of the motorcycles he raced. He could do many things at the time, others could only dream of.
So to you, talk to your bike and tell it you love it. I will give the same in return!
YES!
Yep, this was one of those distracted riding seasons, not nearly enough miles on the bike this year. Next year, less work, more riding which happens to be the theme of my retirement that is less than three years away. Less work, more riding.
Cheers to less work and MORE riding!
Great episode! Riding using Bluetooth is very intriguing.
@@JessicaCadmus It makes life so much easier. Who knew?!
Greetings from Australia 🇦🇺👍 good video keep them coming👌 also new subscriber of course. 😊
Thanks so much for subscribing and for the support! We love our international folks!
Hi I wanted to give you a different viewpoint about talking while riding. I'm 74 now, started riding at 14, because in Missouri you could get a motorcycle license at 14. Most of us rode smaller Japanese bikes without helmets. We used hand signals to point at the gas tank if needing fuel or made sign language for food or water. Sometimes an experience is beyond verbalization. I know this now because I've been a visual artist since a small child. I did the multiple art school route, gallery shows , commissions. When asked to explain some of my work I have occasionally replied that it's visual language, and words are inadequate. I have memories of rides before the infestation of cell phones and radio comms. My memory of those rides is of the guys and their bikes and the varying sound waves of the different motors. If there is someone on a 2-stroke there is an amplitude that is set up. If everyone is chattering away verbally that phenomena might go unnoticed. Some people talk in movie theaters and as a result, they see a different version of the movie.
That is a beautiful insight. I agree that not every experience can be verbalized. Some experiences need to be absorbed in "silence".
I don't like large group rides with strangers. If I do find myself in one I ride in back. I ride with a sense of accountability for my choices and ride conservatively on the street even as a seasoned track day rider, coach, and competitive road racer. I've taken it upon myself to be the guy with the trauma kit and have had to use it multiple times. I prefer to ride by myself, with my wife, or with a small group of trusted riders. I ride to relax on the road and have an adventure.
@@AsianVoodoo You can never be too cautious. Better to be prepared than regretful.
I’m a lone rider. I’d like to find a few good friends for some trail riding and ADV trips but I haven’t yet. I need to go to more events to meet people.
@@insatiable_mind You never know who you’ll meet at the events. Could be moto - life changing.
I rode about 20k miles this year, and I sure didn't ride enough
Is it ever enough?!!! LOL
Nice video i have mostly rode by myself alot once in a while i will ride wirh poker runs but mostly i have 2 mini chihuahuas that are always with me i travel for work also but on the bike they are always with me i use to ride with a group but it was to much coas and talk i live in the rocky mountains so there is always beautiful scenery to see take care
I love the idea of traveling with your furry companions! Mini chihuahuas are the BEST!
@AnnickMagac thank you stay safe and blessed I have always enjoyed 2 wheels no matter what brand the feel of freedom and good time always unwinding
Great to find your Channel Harley Cruiser and BMW sport Rider here, based on who I'm riding with decides which bike, LOL
Welcome! Isn't it nice to have the options?!
Fun video. Love your spirit!
Thanks! :)
Riding has always been an escape for me, but I sometimes enjoy "escaping" with others. You seem like a person that I'd enjoy riding with. Then again, maybe that's just the TH-cam you! It's been my experience that motorcycling is a vehicle for self-discovery; and as such, it's difficult to find someone similar to the current "you." For me, more often than not, it's just two ships passing in the night. Sounds like you've made meaningful connections! So, I guess it's me and not everyone else! 😂😅 Great podcast! Just subscribed!
Thank you for subscribing. If you read through the comments, most people seem to be in the same boat. You just never know who you'll run into that is your new riding buddy.
@AnnickMagac Great outlook! I'll just keep oversharing until I find someone that can tolerate me. 🤣😂
I just started riding this year and all of my riding has been alone. I have no problem with it but I would love to ride with you.
Congratulations! It's going to change your life.
I’m usually in the rear with the queer, a hint for ridding sweep get a yellow helmet because the lead can pick you out of a bunch of black helmets easily. Looks like you’re in Georgia area a lot of us Euro riders are cool and don’t get caught up in the extra drama that those who support the local Harley dealership.
I’ve experimented with group riding. Riders who complain about cage drivers trying to kill them realize on group rides that it’s actually other bikers that are trying to kill you.
I hate to laugh, but you you're right. LOL
Iam in the northeast and still ridding at 40 deg's, the deer is the problem...
Deer are definitely a problem in the northeast!
Large group ride’s can be fun and dangerous at the same time, since I left my club I ride alone or every now and then pick up a ride buddy on the highway. I will say it’s nice to have at least one person to ride with at times riding two up is ok, but it’s not like ripping the road with a buddy.
I get it. Ripping the road with a buddy is the best.
@ how did you enjoy Alabama? my mission is to ride and film as much of our state as I can, never know what’s in your state until you get out and about.
@@SouthernBoyzRyde I enjoyed my time there.You have a beautiful state. At some point I hope to go back and explore the coast more.You're right about not knowing your area. Most people only visit it when they have guests!
@ Alabama is kind of funny it’s like two different states in one, the Northern part is so much different than the Southern part, and I hope you get to visit our coast you’ll love it.
I average 15-25K per year on my bike, I don’t mind riding alone because I don’t know how much experience they have on two wheels. I’m not riding right now because it’s raining and it’s 55’F outside. And I don’t have any place I need to be.
@@01dumbfrog Sounds like you get out a lot during the season
Riding alone or with others is a sensitive subject for me. I have been riding for almost 55 years and ridden over 750,000 miles. When I was younger I rode all year long. If it wasn't snowing when I left I would take my bike. I got stuck in the snow a few times. I live in New Jersey. It isn't something I would do now, but in my life I did it. I love a good passenger (woman). Over the years I have had bikes that weren't great for riding double. I'm not a fan of group riding. 1 or 2 is OK if your riding styles are compatible. I think a communicator is good, but not for continuous conversation. I like to stay in the present moment while riding. I find riding through a town that has traffic lights can be a pain when there are too many. I find it hard to stay close enough at all times not to get separated at red lights. I always felt when riding with others it was great to ride with someone when you stopped to get something to eat you had good conversation.
During COVID I joined a motorcycle club to be around people. I went on 2 or 3 group rides and it confirmed for me that I don't like riding in groups. Riding a motorcycle makes me whole. I ride mountain bikes as well and it has the same affect. It's very great to have someone to share with, but sometimes it isn't easy to find. I went to the ART OF THE MOTORCYCLE at the Guggenheim in New York 2 times. I agree with you it was very wonderful.
It's hard for me to comment in a short paragraph. I have lived so much motorcycle life over the years that it is hard to remember unless someone brings it up in conversation.
It makes me happy that women can have the same love for 2 wheels as a man and express it. That is coming from an older soul. When I was younger I was a motorcycle mechanic and knew quite a few women who rode bikes and I didn't feel anything about it.
Keep doing what you do and what you want to do. I hope for you that you can find the funds to keep growing.
Thank you for the thoughtful reply and support. That is a lot of miles with a lot of memories! I also forget unless someone brings it up in conversation. Such as, I forgot the name of the show. So thanks for reminding me!
When I started writing in 2017 I was on a BMW scooter. I rode from home to work and back and for the most part I didn't see anyone else on a bike. Except on the day of National ride your motorcycle to work day. I had a quite a few motorcycle riders who gave to 2 finger salute but never did I ever ride with friends because MY friends thought they were SMARTER than me because they drove a car. (Yeah right, middle finger to them too. NOT my friends anymore)
Funny what a difference one finger makes ;)
Another great segment Annick! Have some opportunities for topics for you (TTDD '25).
Thanks! I will reach out to you. We are due for a catch up anyway!
I prefer to ride alone. I just ride because I enjoy it and it's therapeutic both mentally and physically.
@@larryechols6606 It’s really the only reasons any of us need to ride.
Wind therapy!
Great post! Do you have any Group Ride advice for first time riders? Have a blast in 2025!
@@nicholaskalogris9985 Thank you! My advice would be to make sure to stay in staggered formation. Not only are you more visible to each other, but you’re also more visible to car drivers. It also ensures that you’re leaving enough room for each other on the road. 😃
I am now 65, have been riding all my life. I prefer to be off rode. I am lucky to have friends my age that also ride. Riding off road it is best to have a buddy. Someone needs to call 911 if you break a bike or a bone. I don't mean to act like the grammer police but what you call " bull shitting " we call Bench Racing. It is a term from the 70s moto xers.
I stand corrected! You're right - Bench Racing! I agree on off-road. Always good to have a buddy there.
What part of New England do you live??
Sweet Bike.
Which one? The Honda SCL 500 or Britten V1000? I always like to hear what people like.
Cardo communication is fun. Then you can get ahead of drop back.
Yes! It really helps.
Am I the only one here who thinks telling someone you don’t like to ride alone was a low key way of inviting you on a date.
Ppl ride for the peace and quiet that's why I don't want a headset
@@oldmanthatrides3670 Valid reason!
You don't even look old enough to have been riding for 20 years. I rode for 20 years then took 29 years off. Just got my new bike this summer. 1200 miles so far and am getting my sea legs back. Prefer to ride alone so I can go slow and enjoy the view.
Thanks! I'm so happy you're getting your sea legs back!
What is a BFF?
Best Friend Forever... It's a mouthful to say multiple times during a video. :) Thank you for asking. I'm sure other people are wondering too.
@AnnickMagac
Oh thanks, I must be getting old not knowing it aha.
Maybe it ought to be 'BFUN'
Best friends until now?
Forever would mean until death & no one can predict such?
KLR 650 . 2022 electria glide standard. Sweft lucky strike. I'm single love woman and know none . I'm retirement from oil fields. I'm single love to ride .
@@jimmiehoyt729 The best of both worlds for riding!
Do you ride snowmobiles?? When you can't ride motorcycles.
No, I haven't invested into it b/c global warming seems to bring less and less snow each year...
We all want more money. Why don't you sponsor us?
@@fuglbird I wish I could.
The larger the group, the more likely at least one of you are a danger to themselves and others.
The increased odds!
My anti-social perspective...
Why would one want to ride WITH somebody? 😊
I'm a person who likes riding alone and do so 99% of the time. But I do enjoy riding with my son as well.
@@alsnyder1660 It’s always nice to hear when family rides together.
I'm trying to decipher your accent (you don't have one), but I'm taking a stab at it and saying you're in the New England area?
That's funny! You would be right.
@@AnnickMagac I'm from the Boston area (tho I now live about 20 miles southwest of Boston). Interesting chat in this video. I tend to ride mostly solo, but occasionally I'll take a ride with small groups. My wife or daughter will sometimes come for rides.. and my 7 year old boy just started taking short rides with me this year. Wife and I tend to take a trip about once per year.. usually a long weekend to Laconia. Tho in 2023 we did Sturgis which was amazing. Cheers. 🙂
@@randomstuffwithjoe That's fantastic!
@@AnnickMagac Well.. if you're ever doing some riding in the general Boston and surrounding areas.. maybe we'll catch up with each other. Ride safe and keep the interesting content coming. 🙂
I ride to get away from people
@@jimmyjohnson1452 Not a bad idea. 😆
Got room for another old dude following your channel?
@@MoHogany1 Of course! 🙌🏻
You love to ride or,,,, ride to live?
That is the question....
Are you purposely mispronouncing words with a t in the middle of them 😳
Can you give an example?
How do you not know what an accent is?
After 5 minutes I gave up expecting to learn how to "find people to ride with!"
@@shakespearetiger800XR I do get there! A lot more minutes in. 😆