It's Better in the Wind
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 6 มี.ค. 2013
- Scott G Toepfer's short film about "doing what you can with what you have."
All the songs are from Chuck Ragan:
01. Pedal Down
02. The Fire, The Steel, The Tread
03. Dust in the Wake
04. Bedroll Lullaby
05. It's Dark
06. I Believe
07. Go to Sleep
There are so many 'how to', 'which is best', 'what to buy' motorcycle videos nowadays, that it's detracted from what IS the essence of motorcycling...FREEDOM! I'm 61 and have never forgotten the connection I had with all of my bikes...not necessarily because of the bikes themselves, but where and how they took me to different places. I had just as much fun on my first ever bike...a 1974 CB125 Honda as I did on my last one...a 2004 Suzuki GSX1400! I would often ride alone to no place in particular, with no fairing, an open face helmet and the wind and nature as my constant companions. A had a connection with all my bikes, they became an extension of me...and that's part of the joy of motorcycling. If I found some fellow, like-minded riders, then I would gladly ride with them to no place in particular. These days, everything seems to be programmed for us, GPS, electronic gadgets and 'THINGS' we simply MUST have to survive! I say no to that...not that they're bad or anything, I just refuse to be reliant on them. I Choose FREEDOM instead! So, Get out on your motorcycle and ride to no place in particular...there you'll find your truest self! Congrat's to the riders who made this film... you seem to have encapsulated the essence of motorcycling...FREEDOM!.
Perfectly said brother❤️
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Totally agree with you mate, however nowadays we've got cameras all over are roads monitoring are everymove, big brother is watching mate, I agree just get out and ride 100%agree enjoy, but we are being watched, George Orwell 1984.. Keep on keeping on, ride safe. 🤘👍
Restored my first bike at age 15 and at 71 years old I'm still riding...looking.
I have been riding since l turned 16 and got my license...never been of ever since..lost friends, crashed and burned from time to time...but l always got myself back in the sadle...28 years with a tent on the back and still love the life on a bike....not as crazy as back then...but the passion are alive...
I still have my 1976 Triumph T140V Bonneville 750 I love her dearly. I also have a 2015 Harley-Davidson FLHP Road King Police, which I rode today. I turned 67 last March 2017 and I plan on riding until I can't hold up my machine, even then I will re-attach my side car and ride some more. Hopefully well into my 90's.
I am 73 and still love my ride!!! Great video. I live in Colombia and love the scenery and roads, of all kind. Keep on biking fellows!!!
Good on you mate !!!!, dont stop riding sir ,dont stop riding .73 is just a number ,your only as old as you feel .be safe on the road .respect sir respect
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I mean that's the spirit my mate.. I'm 81 and still go out on solo trips camping by the lake/beaches on my 1976 royal Enfield.. and I never feel that I'm aging old or anything.. my bike keeps my youth alive.
Children of the wind.Don't stop.Keep riding and living.May freedom always be with you.Peace and Love....
I turned a 106 yesterday, saw a F16 flying over my head while out riding my Honda R1 ironhead at Erzberg rodeo and decided to race the jet. Nearly won too but the special high octane fuel I import from the south pole jammed up my carburetor and I lost. But this won't stop me from riding until I am 86 years old. Love the video. Keep it up.
I just turn 67 and had 46 bikes.. love them all just change them to discover new riding and handling I wish I could keep them all..I intent to have more .. from your video I could feel you are right. no matter what kind of bike you have just riding is wonderful..
Claude Côté , hi Claude, I am 61 and I have only one old 500cc bike and I am very happy with it, with 46 you must be in haven!!!, cheers mate , have fun, we only live once!!
At first I was like "Uh, I got stuff to do, I don't want to watch the full video right now... Let's add it to my watch later list, and watch the first minute."
18 minutes later, I'm still here !
The video was so strong ! I really can feel through my screen the spirit of these boys, riding together in the wild !
I turned 61 last January and still ride my 1983 Harley Davidson FXWG whenever I can.
cool!!Harley Davidson forever!!
romuald besombes ...REALLY HD's Forever ? That's like saying 8 Track tapes forever ! Not knocking your ride dude but you may wanna open your mind.
slogroove who are you to judge what i say?are you the GOD of motorcycle?i don't have the right to love harley-davidson?I'm a H-D rider and i will open my mind when you'll shut your mouthand the most important thing is that i don't give a fuck about your opinion!!!
romuald besombes Jerry Taylor
Do you really whatched this movie? Do you got the feeling what this movie wants to show to you? It's about to feel better with what you have. Independent what motorcycle you have, Harley Davidson or Indian or Norton, even Honda or Kawasaki, the trip and friendship is more important than that. 20 years ago, a friend of mine had a Lambretta, and both os us were had a very good moments, a lot of fun with that bike. Every single bike have good and bad things, but it's irrelevant when you have good friends. Think about it!
romuald besombes Not a God, just a mere mortal, and a former HD rider who believes the Theory of Evolution also relates to motorcycles. Once you realize your underpowered 70 hp, overpriced machine needs a top end rebuild every other year, you'll understand my ire. Hate is a strong word, but I truly hate everything HD stands for, especially the suggestion that you can purchase "cool". HD sells more merchandise than bikes. The words " HD and Forever " should never be in the same sentence.
Cinematography on this film is stunning. Absolutely beautiful and inspiring.
My God, this short movie is some of the best things I ever saw including the pure motorcyclist love :D
It is better in the wind. True words.
I love this film, music, the bikes and the envy the fun you all had. What inspiration it gives, to plan my own special adventures, thanks.Alan, North Wales, UK
+Alan Hackett Thanks Alan!!! I hope you feel the spirit of freedom when you ride your adventures. Best Regards, Yuri
After 47 years of riding, I still get a kick out of all the aspects of motorcycling...great vid that captures the essence of "Why We Ride"!
Dont need to stand up on my bike 🙈 but... this Vid show,s how much lifepower can come out with a Classic Motorride 💖
Really awesome film, a deep and beautiful story, top quality and good songs.
I can't understand why people don't like and share much that video, there is a true reflection about the way you can ride a motorcycle, live your passion and make it changes your life.
I hope this can inspire people to build their own trip.
Sorry for my english and have a good ride,
From France.
I have to say this was a number of years ago but absolutely love this video. It’s what motorcycling is all about.
It really doesn't matter what kind of motorcycle you have. If riding it is fun and you enjoy it, then it is the right thing. I am just 50, but my first memories of riding motorcycle are from the end of 60s when my dad had 175cc CZ 450 and he took me to ride with, I sat on the fuel tank, just in front of him. It was virtually breathtaking experience.
I was a summer/winter rider for 6 years. Back in my early to late 20s when I could tolerate it. Now that I'm 40 I just don't have the tolerance for those foggy rainy icy winter rides anymore. I still ride even in the winter but now it's by choice, not because that's my only form of transportation.
Bel filmato, mi è piaciuto molto il sottofondo musicale, le riprese mi hanno riportato alla mente "easy riders" e i giri che facevo con la mia compagnia negli anni 70. GRAZIE !!! BELLO !!!
This film maker has got soul, unlike most bikers today. love it from a 365 motorcyclist. No bullshit-your images are what I think of.
I guess it resumes what is be friend and love rides and bikes. I can be part of a group, but be real friend is something special. Thanks for the comment! Best wishes!
Fantastics, thank you for the travel....
It makes me happy and pulls me back from the sadness. Thank you very much. :)
I'll be 67 in June. I still ride with my youngest son but long hard rides are over for me (not the spur of the moment the hell with it rides though). I wish I could still do it. I'm glad there are still people that still do it.
Unfortunately I could only like this once - best thing I’ve seen in a long time
One of my favorite movies about motorcycling. So good!
Love some these TT500 and TT650's reminds me of my favorite bikes in the mid 60's ~ love the music tracks too I must be getting real young at Heart in my 70's ... /
This is what the American Dream is to me.
The open road, a couple bikes, your closest friends, a case of beer & and a good time had by all
This is an amazing film, you should be very proud
Absolutely amazing film, breathtaking shots with amazing cinematography skills. It’s got a kind of feeling to it.
The spirit is strong in these guys, I enjoyed every second of that.
I trust you’re all still doing well.
A 10 year old Triumph with an early 70s Honda 350K4 tank on it, how cool is that 😏
Raw, edgy, out of focus, beautiful. Such a great piece. Thanks!
This is the motorcycle.
Thanks from Japan.
I could watch this film over and over since I first watched it back in 2,013
Great film, great bikes and music by the mighty Chuck Ragan ....awesome!!!
This is the real freedom , God bless America
One of the best shorts I've ever seen. This guy should have directed On The Road.
Very nice vid! Your vid makes my heart beat faster for an another bike-trip! Thank you so much! Best regards from Switzerland
Great video and music, can't wait for the summer
How can someone dislike this video.. ! Get a bike morons..im 30..I own 81' Enfield 350.. loving it .lovely music.. much love from India
Thanks for the awesome video and songs. Cheers from S.Korea
Love this video and a great soundtrack... which I had to download 👊 🏍
this video motivated me to go out and ride a lot. thank you!!!! cheers from Argentina
Well-done Yuri. You got the passion and the skills. Great film and the music is sweet.
This is beautiful ❤️
This was a joy to watch, thanks!
Hey guys I know everyone is saying how great this short film is, and I've downloaded the soundtrack off itunes, but you've gotta make this available on dvd ! I'll buy 4 copies right now !!
Very cool, beautifully shot video that captures the essence of living with and riding motorcycles. People who have never been around bikes will be inspired by this - and so will people who have one in the garage gathering dust.
Yes it is a beautiful film. But people who have been around bikes for a while will think these guys are stupid for riding with no protective gear, especially out in the middle of nowhere. Artistically the film is beautiful, but it sends the wrong message. Science, medicine, and design have proven the need for protection. They have been lucky up to this point. Luck and wisdom run two different tracks.
@@SilverShadow2LWB Well said.
Great Film and Music !!!
Was almost like an advertisement for Triumph, they should use it, very cool !!!
What a GREAT video!!
I watched this 9 years ago and it inspired me to get a cafe motorcycle. Watching this years later still gives me that great feeling. I still want to know what the first song is haha
I think you pretty much nailed it! Great music too.
Great video with great songs..Cheers from Korea
GREAT VIDEO & MUSIC !! ... SALUT from Austria
a fantastic video maks dreaming
Great video and superb music
Beautiful
Friends are not a bad thing to have. I think I will keep them.
This is life...
l'essenza e lo spirito del motociclismo per me è questo.
Saw this on the FTW channel on my roku. Cool movie, well shot, good music.
I love your movie.
I live in CA, and I have been to all the places you mentioned in this movie, but I have not ridden my moto to this places.
Thanks for the movie, I would love to ride to all the places you have and be able to film my own movie.
Thanks!
Beautiful...
very, very cool !!!
Very nice work. Thanks guys. Saw is Azores islands.
Beautiful film.
Concur with rider doc, TH-cam took your sweet time. Jacket for a blanket, last summer when it got nippy on tour, nice vid
awesome short film and nice music :D
@Yuri! Awesome video and excellent music :D
Too much Fun ! Like they say a person can Never have too much Fun ! I enjoyed the hell out of this video, so make some more .
i really wish that i could enjoy the same thing as you did.... someday
anyways, awesome video man!
This is pure love
Very inspiring.
Wow Great Video. it´s really beautiful good way to be
From Bogotá with love
live to ride - ride to live!!!!
Thanks TH-cam for suggesting this video after 6 years😂
Wonderful !
very good, great footage and well made
Great video mate.
Grande vídeo 😜👍🇵🇹
Top 5*
On a business trip and watching this vid just makes me wish that I could ride back home instead of taking a flight back!!!!!!!!!
Next time dissamble your bike and take it with you!
👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍 very good and the music fantastic
Amazing
Live in the wind road with the wind!!!!
And ...an answer by the Wind 😄👍
Great video, man!
great video
Grazie!!!
Too Good
buena vida a los que disfrutan sobre una motocicleta.....
aqui minas tanto na regiao de diamantina guanto norte de minas tem lugares maravilhosos de andar de moto ,e ainda bem eu tem a minha para andar!!!!!!! !brasillllllll l!!!!!!!!!!!
oh man, this is how life is gotta be
Perfeito, farei o mesmo algum dia !!! Minha jaqueta estara escrito, Jesus is coming back !
hey everyone :) my partner and i took a road trip from toronto all the way to california on his triumph scrambler 900. take a look, the video's below. we hope you'll enjoy it!
Scramblin' Across America
Timeless
this video is really inspiring. I'd love to have an adventure like this.
Hola! Hi from Spain! I would like to know the name of that desert, where the plane was recording to the bikers hehe thanks and good ride!!
Very nice. 🏁
Toepfer is a awsome last name!
The thing about a motorcycle that outsiders just dont get is that its all about that feeling of freedom. That is what it is all about in the end.
Mentalt Minefelt i
great vid
It's better in the wind~
很有feeling