This is the first time I've ever finished a BDR before it was created. This will be a great route for your winter riding season. January temps are usually perfect.
I was thinking the same thing watching the film. Rode most all this back in March, and thoroughly enjoyed myself. Looking forward to going back with more time to enjoy the scenery.
You guys are killing it! Cheers to all who works behind the scenes, of planning, riding, and finding great properties (public and private) for others to enjoy!...I grew up in Texas, and can not wait to get back and ride....much love to you ALL...ON CAMERA AND OFF CAMERA... thank you for another BDR.....
I don't know why TH-cam hasn't implemented the I love button, but for now I'll leave it written here I LOVE your videos, thank you very much for sharing.
Looking forward to hitting BDR-X in the last week of December, thank you so much BDR team, this documentary so helpful. Anybody else planning to make it there during the last week of this December?
Been down to Big Bend three times now and going back in December of this year. Took Honda CB500X's first two trips and Yamaha XT250 and WR250R (much easier to handle) on last trip, had a blast exploring the back country. Loved seeing footage of the same back roads we traversed.
Nice film and route, you missed soooo much more out here tho. Christmas Mountain is super awesome, Also super super expert only route from Candalaria along the RIO grande to El Paso. Deadly No Man's Land but Epic challenge. Pinto Canyon road is fun , old smugglers route also 169 off Hwy 170 is dirt that cuts through BIG Bend Ranch State park and ends in Marfa. soo much more to explore out here.
dead serious guys.. if it's the wet season and the river is up.. do not go past the Godzilla hill on Chipsa road. it becomes impassible with deep mud.... there is an old f150 buried where it got stuck and could never be recovered... chipsa road does change from smooth to very deep silt depending on traffic and weather.. a great alt trail is pinto canyon road up to Marfia .
If your not into off road riding get on your street bike and go visit Big Bend area. Give yourself several days to explore. Very cool area to see. I am a native Texan and was totally blown away the first time I went there.
Absolutely fantastic film, thoroughly enjoyable. We've done these routes a couple of times on little XT250's, had my share of falling off and injuries, but always an excellent time. You took me back there, which is good because we don't plan to go back due to my time off road drawing is to a close, so it is great to live vicariously through your films. Keep us the great work, thanks!
Great new BDR! Love the X routes. I love that they’re shorter. And a loop! That’ll make it a more realistic destination for people with busy lives. And a good test before committing to one of the much longer routes. And not having to sit on the slab all the way back to your starting point means a smaller, more dirt worthy Motorcycle makes all the off-road miles safer and more fun!
Thank you for the work in putting the BDR routes together. After hearing that motels need to be reserved ahead, Is there plenty of places to camp off grid along the route for those of us that don't like to schedule everything? Or is this route best for people on a schedule?
Great work BDR team! I hope to do this route in the next couple of years when I'm based out of Las Cruces. Beautiful scenery and excellent route choices. Also, nice to see the team mostly running soft bags this time. And no major injuries or mishaps!
I enjoyed your video. Big Bend and some of the surrounding areas are more serious than portrayed. It's fun, but people who are not prepared often pay a price...
ALMOST went to the Austin Moto Adventure Screening.... Saw the email about 2 hrs before, and live 1.5 hrs. away.... Awe damnit!! lol, next time guys, great film. Hope to help out on one soon!!
I ride out to Big Bend once a year. and have been to most of the places but have not done a lot of the off road routs other than the river road. Might have to give this rout a go!
You guys hit all my favorite spots and even a couple I’ve never been to! Outstanding! And pretty ballsy, tackling Black Gap on a Pan America- had to be a couple of high pucker factor moments on that one. 😂 I’ve come to prefer the State Park to the National Park. The Suaceda Bunk House is a great place to stage day trips out of, and there’s fewer people. But you really can’t go wrong with either. 😃😃😃
Great ride! I'm pretty certain I encountered a Prada store like the one you encountered last year in Death Valley Junction while riding. It struck me as very odd to see such a thing largely in the middle of nowhere.
Super cool BDR !! definitely was wondering when Michal said he was going to Texas. I was like what are you gonna do there now? I know incredible guys. 🤗
Good video! I am familiar with the dirt roads in the national park,but haven't rode any dirt on the state park side. I have been on the road between Terlingua and Presidio. You guys should've stopped at closed canyon on that road,it's worth seeing.
I’m a experienced long distance sport tourer (FJR1300, K1600, etc) just getting into “Adventure” touring (Africa Twin Adventure Sports ES DCT) and I know one thing - I’m getting a MUCH lighter bike if I’m going to tackle roads like Old Ore. I ride solo a lot.
I didn't see any mention of King Kong Hill when you were in the state park, so I am guessing your group just rode into the Bunkhouse area and back out? There are numerous two track roads that are not graded and they can get quite technical. King Kong is a long, steep, and tough climb, but it is worth it when you get to the views! Definitely not the kind of roads I'd be taking my GS on or a PanAm. The 690/701s though would be great. Gas is a huge issue though because the nearest gas is in Presidio and that is pretty far away. You definitely want to bring extra gas if you can, especially if you have a support vehicle that can transport it for you. Pinto Canyon is also a fun road even though it is not real long.
I’ve road west Texas for years, back in 2001, I stayed in Terlingua for an entire week. I do seem to remember that store but for the life of me I can’t remember what was sold (?).
@@timlubbers2884 It was a "kafe". Order at the window, eat at the tables outside. Was right by the hotel with all the easter egg colored buildings. th-cam.com/video/054apVA2r7g/w-d-xo.html
Make no mistake, riding a Pan America or other large ADV bike is NOT a good idea. If you can't pick it up on River Road after you dropped it in deep pee gravel your gonna spend the night in the desert. Hopefully you did not break your ankle.
This is the first time I've ever finished a BDR before it was created. This will be a great route for your winter riding season. January temps are usually perfect.
I was thinking the same thing watching the film. Rode most all this back in March, and thoroughly enjoyed myself. Looking forward to going back with more time to enjoy the scenery.
Another awesome Sterling Noren production. Thanks for sharing, & including the outtakes! 👍
You guys are killing it! Cheers to all who works behind the scenes, of planning, riding, and finding great properties (public and private) for others to enjoy!...I grew up in Texas, and can not wait to get back and ride....much love to you ALL...ON CAMERA AND OFF CAMERA... thank you for another BDR.....
Thank You BDR and supporters for making another beautiful route possible 🙏🏾
I don't know why TH-cam hasn't implemented the I love button, but for now I'll leave it written here I LOVE your videos, thank you very much for sharing.
Yall are all great riders! Big balls to ride this route on large ADVs
Looking forward to hitting BDR-X in the last week of December, thank you so much BDR team, this documentary so helpful. Anybody else planning to make it there during the last week of this December?
Been down to Big Bend three times now and going back in December of this year. Took Honda CB500X's first two trips and Yamaha XT250 and WR250R (much easier to handle) on last trip, had a blast exploring the back country. Loved seeing footage of the same back roads we traversed.
Nice film and route, you missed soooo much more out here tho. Christmas Mountain is super awesome, Also super super expert only route from Candalaria along the RIO grande to El Paso. Deadly No Man's Land but Epic challenge.
Pinto Canyon road is fun , old smugglers route also 169 off Hwy 170 is dirt that cuts through BIG Bend Ranch State park and ends in Marfa. soo much more to explore out here.
Thanks for the tips. Hoping to go ride some sections on my mountain bike this winter. Any more suggestions?
dead serious guys.. if it's the wet season and the river is up.. do not go past the Godzilla hill on Chipsa road. it becomes impassible with deep mud.... there is an old f150 buried where it got stuck and could never be recovered... chipsa road does change from smooth to very deep silt depending on traffic and weather.. a great alt trail is pinto canyon road up to Marfia .
If your not into off road riding get on your street bike and go visit Big Bend area. Give yourself several days to explore. Very cool area to see. I am a native Texan and was totally blown away the first time I went there.
Route looks awesome! Thanks BDR Team!
So grateful Sterling did this after the NOR CAL BDR.... his Arizona scooter videos were making me concerned :)
Absolutely fantastic film, thoroughly enjoyable. We've done these routes a couple of times on little XT250's, had my share of falling off and injuries, but always an excellent time. You took me back there, which is good because we don't plan to go back due to my time off road drawing is to a close, so it is great to live vicariously through your films. Keep us the great work, thanks!
Great new BDR!
Love the X routes.
I love that they’re shorter.
And a loop!
That’ll make it a more realistic destination for people with busy lives.
And a good test before committing to one of the much longer routes.
And not having to sit on the slab all the way back to your starting point means a smaller, more dirt worthy Motorcycle makes all the off-road miles safer and more fun!
“Looking like some sort of lunatic vlogger” Haha.
Route looks amazing. Can’t wait to get out there at some point.
This route looks like a blast! There are some nice bits of slightly more technical terrain and some great scenery as well.
Maggie! Las Vegas representing!
So awesome! Thank you BDR Crew.
Great stuff, West Texas...something else man! Great job everybody. Can't wait to go ride this. When is the East Texas one coming out ?? LOL.
Very grateful that yall put this route together. Good to see the shift in advertisement from Zero to HD.
That one looks like one of the best adventures in the series
Phenomenal scenery and route along with impressive riding on the big bikes. I think I would go light😬
As a life member… you give me my moneys worth every show… enjoy..
Спасибо большое, оч интересно . Классная дорога
LOVED IT! Wish it was longer! Thank you for sharing and making this!! Lots of love from Florida
Thank you for the work in putting the BDR routes together. After hearing that motels need to be reserved ahead, Is there plenty of places to camp off grid along the route for those of us that don't like to schedule everything? Or is this route best for people on a schedule?
Awesome route! Great job BDR team and Austin Moto Adventures!
Great work BDR team! I hope to do this route in the next couple of years when I'm based out of Las Cruces. Beautiful scenery and excellent route choices. Also, nice to see the team mostly running soft bags this time. And no major injuries or mishaps!
I know where I will be going next spring! Great video as usual
Well done, and such a great video of your hard work. Thank you
What a awesome video, thanks for sharing, ❤❤🇸🇪🇸🇪
Excellent film. On the Bucket List.
Looking forward to doing this BDR for sure!
Great vid! I'm looking forward to getting back out to Texas and riding
I enjoyed your video. Big Bend and some of the surrounding areas are more serious than portrayed. It's fun, but people who are not prepared often pay a price...
Great Video of one of our Favorite places in the U.S. to Ride 👊
ALMOST went to the Austin Moto Adventure Screening.... Saw the email about 2 hrs before, and live 1.5 hrs. away.... Awe damnit!! lol, next time guys, great film. Hope to help out on one soon!!
Great video guys
I ride out to Big Bend once a year. and have been to most of the places but have not done a lot of the off road routs other than the river road. Might have to give this rout a go!
wow 🙌 love it!!! Well done guys!
You guys hit all my favorite spots and even a couple I’ve never been to! Outstanding! And pretty ballsy, tackling Black Gap on a Pan America- had to be a couple of high pucker factor moments on that one. 😂 I’ve come to prefer the State Park to the National Park. The Suaceda Bunk House is a great place to stage day trips out of, and there’s fewer people. But you really can’t go wrong with either. 😃😃😃
Jolly good show👍🏻
Great ride! I'm pretty certain I encountered a Prada store like the one you encountered last year in Death Valley Junction while riding. It struck me as very odd to see such a thing largely in the middle of nowhere.
Super cool BDR !! definitely was wondering when Michal said he was going to Texas. I was like what are you gonna do there now? I know incredible guys. 🤗
19:40 remember doing that part . Wasn’t as many of those smaller rocks in 2019
Is no one gonna talk about the 690 sounding like a rod is ready to give out? At a minimum, that guy needs to check his cams!
they all (690's) sound like that.
I think anybody hacking on Ktm needs to state what bike ( if any) they own and ride.
Every ktm sounds like a paint shaker full of marbles.
@@jeffnorthup3823 690 Enduro, probably 5,000 miles in the last year. The only time it sounds halfway decent is 60 to 100
I love it ! 💙
Good video! I am familiar with the dirt roads in the national park,but haven't rode any dirt on the state park side. I have been on the road between Terlingua and Presidio. You guys should've stopped at closed canyon on that road,it's worth seeing.
I’m a experienced long distance sport tourer (FJR1300, K1600, etc) just getting into “Adventure” touring (Africa Twin Adventure Sports ES DCT) and I know one thing - I’m getting a MUCH lighter bike if I’m going to tackle roads like Old Ore. I ride solo a lot.
I didn't see any mention of King Kong Hill when you were in the state park, so I am guessing your group just rode into the Bunkhouse area and back out? There are numerous two track roads that are not graded and they can get quite technical. King Kong is a long, steep, and tough climb, but it is worth it when you get to the views! Definitely not the kind of roads I'd be taking my GS on or a PanAm. The 690/701s though would be great. Gas is a huge issue though because the nearest gas is in Presidio and that is pretty far away. You definitely want to bring extra gas if you can, especially if you have a support vehicle that can transport it for you. Pinto Canyon is also a fun road even though it is not real long.
@ridebdr thanks for putting this together. Can you say what the percentage of off road to asphalt is?
Be careful in Ft Davis. Got a speeding ticket there and was barely going over limit
I apologize if I missed it but , what month was this ridden & filmed ? Thx 👍🏻
Chisos are nice. I’ve seen black bear there
Welcome to my Home,,
My Empire of Dirt. #VivaTerlingua
Yup, Ore road has taken plenty of paint and crash bar metal from me …
I stopped when they deflated the tires .
Every time I see Terlingua I'm sad all over again the Kathy's Kosmic is gone. Been more than a decade now.
I’ve road west Texas for years, back in 2001, I stayed in Terlingua for an entire week. I do seem to remember that store but for the life of me I can’t remember what was sold (?).
@@timlubbers2884 It was a "kafe". Order at the window, eat at the tables outside. Was right by the hotel with all the easter egg colored buildings.
th-cam.com/video/054apVA2r7g/w-d-xo.html
14 minutes in...2.5 minutes of riding (of which 1.5 minutes was highway). I've seen them stop, eat, and walk around more than ride. Nice promotion.
BDR as an organization seems kinda kooky
I propose an idea I think adventure bikes need to get lighter and more maneuverable
If i crawled in that tunnel there would be a rattlesnake.
Not a single mention of the dark sanctuary? Huge missed opportunity
Sterling took one for the team 😂
First comment😀
Make no mistake, riding a Pan America or other large ADV bike is NOT a good idea. If you can't pick it up on River Road after you dropped it in deep pee gravel your gonna spend the night in the desert. Hopefully you did not break your ankle.
Wtf is "BDR?" I keep hearing it referenced but noone says the full name of what the acronym is.
Back road Discovery Route
Missed out on some of the best routes around there. Decent ride but honestly disappointed with route as a whole
Una stufa
Wow, they managed to include Elitism and Sexism into this video about motorcycles. Cool.
Those scrambled eggs were burnt . Yuck
Please bring back dvd’s as “streaming” doesn’t work.