What an amazing video. 👏🏻 The part of the two riders preparing their respective mounts, for their day ahead, and mounting onto their journey - another day in this life, wow. Just - wow. Every single component, every prop in that sequence - perfect 👌🏻👍🏻 How the world has moved on, yet life stands right in one place. Thank you for this video. We experienced the emotions of your time there, while sitting across the world.
I agree that was pretty cool, I am glad somebody out there thinks of stuff like that if I had of been there it would have never entered my head to do that shot
The ritual of gearing up and getting in the "saddle"... crosses between different lifestyles which, for a brief moment, are the same. I was dumbstruck by how many sheep there were up there! What happens when he goes to Mexico, do they get checked or carry-on??
The last 3 minutes depicting the dichotomy between you packing up your motorbike and the sheep herder loading up his horse was a stunning piece of cinematography and really skilfully done. Brilliant....!! UK Mark
Jesus Sterling, this nearly brought me to tears! It captures the true spirit of adventure riding. The meeting of two lifestyles that could be different points in time was deeply touching!
Loved this one Sterling - the part where both you and the sheepherder were prepping your respective steeds to start along your respective day’s journeys. EPIC!
Probably one of my favorites that you have created Sterling. I always look forward to your videos. I appreciate your cinematography and how your skill continues to grow and refine. Outstanding work. I loved how you wove Jose’s story into the video. Who knew that sheepherders live at the top of mountings in CO! As he ride away at the end of the video I couldn’t help but think about how quiet his life is yet how he surely struggles with life’s stressors just like you and me. Blessings to him and his family as well as you and yours.
Like everybody else said, this one was special! Thanks Sterling for going through the hassle of the big cities to film and share this. And learn Portuguese! You'll be able to talk to millions of people all over the world, and still be able to understand 2/3 of what Spanish-speaking people say. I might be biased here :)
It is very pleasant to watch this video. Beautiful landscapes. You and your motorcycle formed a beautiful composition with the sheep, the shepherd and the horses. Grateful. Hugs from Brazil!!
This was great throughout, more good stuff as we've come to expect from you, Sterling. And as others have noted, the last sequence, depicting two vastly different worlds, preparing for their respective days in similar ways, was truly a genius moment. Thanks for putting it together and sharing!
This video is Art man. It's so touching to see the cowboy pack up his horse as you pack up yours. I have a r1200gs also and love to camp. I tell my daughter its my horse all the time. lol
There is a myriad of motorcycle videographers on youtube, but none come up to your standard, Sterling. Your choice of shots, the makeup, background, and music all add up to a superior video. Thanks for all this, and I look forward to each new production.
Amazing, other comments share my sentiments. Great photography and editing. I especially like your personality. No ego, just honest commentary, it’s refreshing.
Sterling, this is one of my favorite videos.You’ve set each scene masterfully. You vs the sheep herder preparing your “rides” … wow! Loved the ‘starburst effect’ in a few scenes - icing on the cake.
I have watched and enjoyed many of your videos over the years. I think that this one is among the very best. The contrast of lifestyles was beautifully done. Makes me want to go to Ptarmigan pass and campout with the sheep!
Increíble vídeo, me gustan todos los vídeos que realizas, todos son hermosos, pero éste en particular, con el borreguero o pastor, la forma en que cada uno prepara sus respectivas monturas, él su caballo y usted su motocicleta, le dan un toque muy especial, gracias por estás hermosas piezas audiovisuales.
Wow, I’m in Colorado and was born here, and it just goes to show that you often don’t get to explore your own backyard. I will have to take my GS850 up to ptarmigan Pass and look for the sheep. I loved the ending, with the horse and the iron horse getting ready and then riding off. And a little frustrating that TH-cam seemed to hide your videos over the past few months. Thank you Sterling.
Excellent video. What a beautiful and peaceful place! I liked the similitude that you made about the shepherd and his horse, and the biker and his motorcycle.
Another awesome episode Sterling... you turned back the clock to a simpler time . A time traveller who landed on this remote mountain top where hospitality & comradery was shared between the herder and yourself. Brilliant video!
Shepherd, a sheep herder is a shepherd! Another absolute belter of a vid Sterling, whatever aggro you go through to get to these places is absolutely worth it.
I loved that, the nature, the meeting and friendship of two totally different cultures and of course the scenery, the way your footage kept switching back and forth to you loading your steel horse and the Herder loading up his horse was so poignant. Nice one.
I really enjoy all your videos, and this one was especially amazing. My situation doesn’t allow me to ride at present, but I live vicariously through your adventures. Your videography is world-class, a true gem of TH-cam.
I always enjoy your videos. This one is special for me as I love the shepard's vardo lifestyle. And you are the king of the drone footage! Thanks for taking me along.
Another awesome video Sterling! Hum, you found a "shepherd, tending his flock!"...seems like someone gave you just what you needed, when you needed it sir! Thank You, again! Best always!
as said before, the videographic of each rider"s prective preparing for the day was just awesome. makes me want to do another trip. I am as well at the stage where it's doesn't need to be the most difficult trail, it is more about being where you want to and enjoying it.
What a wonderful treat, to have this gorgeous video to watch in January while I'm farkling my little ADV bike and planning trips to take in the spring. Your videos are so artfully made. They're beautiful. I was not expecting sheep, but I guess that's part of what makes it an adventure. Thank you so much for sharing this experience.
Awesome. I am researching for the best ADV bike for myself. Which one do you have? I am leaning towards the Himalayan, although I wish it had a bigger CC engine in it.
@@2ndborn186 - I bought a 2019 BMW G310GS a little over a year ago, just as the 2021 models were arriving at the dealers. BMW offered a $1000 incentive and the dealer came down another $400 to get the bike off the showroom floor, so I paid $4920 out the door for a new bike with three year factory warranty, which was less than a 2-3 year old used G310GS with 5000+ miles and little to no warranty. Even at sticker price, I think the baby GS is a good value. I wanted a small ADV bike since 1975, before there were ADV bikes. We got big ADV bikes in the 1980s but only recently got these small ADV bikes. They're awesome. They're fun and comfortable on the road, can do a short stint on the highway if needed, and are great for the secondary roads, rural roads, fire roads, forest service access roads, dirt roads and easy trails I do now that I'm in my 60s. It's a lot more fun to take a lightweight and nimble bike off road at any age, but these small ADV bikes are allowing older riders to keep riding for another decade or so when a larger ADV bike is too heavy. I've always ridden small dual sport bikes, and the G310GS is much more comfortable on the road, and it's far more capable off road than I am at this point. I've always enjoyed ultralight camping, and a small ADV bike allows me to do that simply and efficiently. I'm a big fan of simple and efficient. I like cheap too, and the G310GS has delivered there as well. So far, I only have 2500 miles on it but I've done the simple maintenance myself. It's required no warranty service. I ride it, change the oil and clean the chain, and that's about it. I looked at the Himalayan. I like high tech instead of retro, but I liked the simplicity and maintainability of the Himalayan, and the low end torque. Tractoring up hills is more my style now. At the time I was wanting to buy, the Himalayan was allocated. There was apparently some sort of online lottery or something. The local dealer didn't have one and couldn't get one. I have nothing bad to say about the Himalayan or the KTM 390 Adventure, which the local dealer also didn't have and wouldn't order for me, but I'm glad I got the G310GS. I've had a lot of fun on it last year and now that it's winter I'm adding more farkles, I mean accessories, and I'm planning rides for when the weather is warm again. Other bikes I'd consider would be 300cc class dual sport bikes that I could mod to be off road oriented ADV bikes. The Honda CRF300L Rally would be near the top of the list. The Kawasaki KLX300 looks good to me as well. These dual sport bikes have two gallon fuel tanks. My G310GS has a 2.9 gallon tank, and I think all ADV bikes need at least 350 mile range, but I'd give them a 5-6 gallon tank. At least with the popular dual sport bikes, larger after market tanks are available.
This is award winning filmmaking!! Fantastic cinematography and storyline. I always enjoy your work as it captures the kind of adventures I aspire to but this is seriously top notch. Kudos!
Thanks for the ride Sterling. You are right, it’s not how hard the ride is that gives you satisfacton, it’s often other things. Like in your video. Great video as always. 🇸🇪🇺🇸
What a moving story. Your recent vids are truly starting to reflect your soul. I love the comparisons of you two in the ending. I am still puzzled after all these years following you how you don't have more people following you. For the sole reason of seeing life through your great talents of filming and the chance to escape for 15 mins in the chaos of life. Thanks for your dedication in making these.
Wow what an amazing trip. I had a geography professor back in the day who always told me to find the sheepherders in the Sierra Nevada foothills and camp with them. This gives me hope that I can still accomplish that adventure!
When I lived in the high desert of Southern California we occasionally had sheep herders come through our area. A small trailer, dog and horse. Not sure if he was Portuguese or Mexican. Great video Sterling!
Wow man.....what an amazing piece of experience ......at the concluding part of the video, your preparation for the Ride and side by side the Shepherd's preparation for the Horse ride is awesome.....very good concept man....
Superb, as usual. I think I’ve mentioned this before, but if they have an equivalent to the Oscar for TH-camrs, I hope you get the recognition you deserve.
Loved the energy you had describing the scenario of a mountain top in Colorado with a meeting between a shepherd and a TH-camr. The casual wise phrasing is excellent. It's a strange and beautiful world, it doesn't make sense but it's alright. 🍻 Another cracking video. Your cinematography and editing in this one was stunning. Thanks for bringing us along brother.
Website for this video: www.norenfilms.com/videos/camping-shepherd-rocky-mountains/
What an amazing video. 👏🏻
The part of the two riders preparing their respective mounts, for their day ahead, and mounting onto their journey - another day in this life, wow. Just - wow. Every single component, every prop in that sequence - perfect 👌🏻👍🏻 How the world has moved on, yet life stands right in one place. Thank you for this video. We experienced the emotions of your time there, while sitting across the world.
I agree that was pretty cool, I am glad somebody out there thinks of stuff like that if I had of been there it would have never entered my head to do that shot
The ritual of gearing up and getting in the "saddle"... crosses between different lifestyles which, for a brief moment, are the same.
I was dumbstruck by how many sheep there were up there! What happens when he goes to Mexico, do they get checked or carry-on??
Totally agree. This was very well edited. Quite enjoyable episode, thank you.
yes nicely edited @ 12:00
Why you don't have a million or more subs is beyond me. Best motorcycle adventure channel on TH-cam for sure. This one was one of your best.
Sterling, The best episod to date!!!!!!!!!!!
Excellence at work whenever I watch Mr. Noren's videos.
Just incredible. Thank you
Living the Dream. I enjoyed this episode .
The last 3 minutes depicting the dichotomy between you packing up your motorbike and the sheep herder loading up his horse was a stunning piece of cinematography and really skilfully done. Brilliant....!! UK Mark
Jesus Sterling, this nearly brought me to tears! It captures the true spirit of adventure riding. The meeting of two lifestyles that could be different points in time was deeply touching!
“It doesn’t make sense, but it’s alright” Sterling Noren 2021
How true of a statement is that!
Loved this one Sterling - the part where both you and the sheepherder were prepping your respective steeds to start along your respective day’s journeys. EPIC!
I was just about to say the same thing! Well done Sterling!
yep.. that is the part which strikes me 👌 👍
Reminiscent of the scene in Easy Rider, fixing horse shoes and a flat tire with the rancher.
Like a movie
Sterling “Master Storyteller” Noren.
Great juxtaposition of the Shepherd and the Rider of Gelände Straße.
Very enjoyable video. I love the part where you are preparing your gear to ride as is the shepherd. Very cool. 👍🏻
My favourite episode, watching you and mr cowboy saddle up together was actually quite emotional to watch. Thank you.
Probably one of my favorites that you have created Sterling. I always look forward to your videos. I appreciate your cinematography and how your skill continues to grow and refine. Outstanding work. I loved how you wove Jose’s story into the video. Who knew that sheepherders live at the top of mountings in CO! As he ride away at the end of the video I couldn’t help but think about how quiet his life is yet how he surely struggles with life’s stressors just like you and me. Blessings to him and his family as well as you and yours.
I love that scene watching you getting on your Iron Horse and the sheepherders getting on his horse.
Like everybody else said, this one was special! Thanks Sterling for going through the hassle of the big cities to film and share this. And learn Portuguese! You'll be able to talk to millions of people all over the world, and still be able to understand 2/3 of what Spanish-speaking people say. I might be biased here :)
I have no idea how your channel doesn't have 1 million subscribers. Love your work Sir.
One of your best. Like everyone said, the human element was amazing, and it also really showed off your videography chops.
It is very pleasant to watch this video. Beautiful landscapes. You and your motorcycle formed a beautiful composition with the sheep, the shepherd and the horses. Grateful. Hugs from Brazil!!
Beautiful, and so amazingly peaceful. Perfect. Thank you, Sterling.
This was great throughout, more good stuff as we've come to expect from you, Sterling. And as others have noted, the last sequence, depicting two vastly different worlds, preparing for their respective days in similar ways, was truly a genius moment. Thanks for putting it together and sharing!
Beautiful job of editing! I loved the cut aways of you cinching your gear down on your motorcycle cut to shepherd cinching gear down on his horse.
So cool to see two guys from different worlds splitting a cold beer, and bonding. My sort of adventure.
Once again, a wonderful film, thank you👌👌👌
Maybe your best episode ever but that is like splitting hairs. You are a master of your craft. Thank you for sharing
Thank you for the video Sterling...
The therapists are having their appointments canceled.
Great channel.
🌲👍
This video is Art man. It's so touching to see the cowboy pack up his horse as you pack up yours. I have a r1200gs also and love to camp. I tell my daughter its my horse all the time. lol
Beautiful, simply amazing, love watching your videos.
Wonderful video! Really rare to see sheep herders nowadays. Love seeing sheep dogs in action, they are amazing work dogs!
There is a myriad of motorcycle videographers on youtube, but none come up to your standard, Sterling. Your choice of shots, the makeup, background, and music all add up to a superior video. Thanks for all this, and I look forward to each new production.
Awesome video. Didn’t know Colorado was sheep country. Learn something new everyday.
Thanks for making the video and sharing it.
Amazing, other comments share my sentiments. Great photography and editing. I especially like your personality. No ego, just honest commentary, it’s refreshing.
This is one of the best videos of this year so far. What a amazing point of view between you and el borreguero. That was awesome. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Sterling, this is one of my favorite videos.You’ve set each scene masterfully. You vs the sheep herder preparing your “rides” … wow! Loved the ‘starburst effect’ in a few scenes - icing on the cake.
I have watched and enjoyed many of your videos over the years. I think that this one is among the very best. The contrast of lifestyles was beautifully done. Makes me want to go to Ptarmigan pass and campout with the sheep!
Sterling, your videos are typically excellent, this one takes it up a notch. Good job sir, this was a tremendous joy to watch. Thank you for sharing.
Increíble vídeo, me gustan todos los vídeos que realizas, todos son hermosos, pero éste en particular, con el borreguero o pastor, la forma en que cada uno prepara sus respectivas monturas, él su caballo y usted su motocicleta, le dan un toque muy especial, gracias por estás hermosas piezas audiovisuales.
Outstanding cinematography. Thanks so much for sharing with us.
Your good fortune to be in the right place, at the right time. Very peaceful, indeed.
The best! Thanks for your efforts and commentary in bringing these vids to us.
Wow, I’m in Colorado and was born here, and it just goes to show that you often don’t get to explore your own backyard. I will have to take my GS850 up to ptarmigan Pass and look for the sheep. I loved the ending, with the horse and the iron horse getting ready and then riding off. And a little frustrating that TH-cam seemed to hide your videos over the past few months. Thank you Sterling.
My border collie couldn't stop watching!
Great video. Excellent drone coverage.
Excellent video. What a beautiful and peaceful place! I liked the similitude that you made about the shepherd and his horse, and the biker and his motorcycle.
That was awesome! This is definitely one of the best MC channels on TH-cam.
Thank you, Sterling, for undertaking these adventures and recording them for us!
Another awesome episode Sterling... you turned back the clock to a simpler time . A time traveller who landed on this remote mountain top where hospitality & comradery was shared between the herder and yourself. Brilliant video!
Shepherd, a sheep herder is a shepherd! Another absolute belter of a vid Sterling, whatever aggro you go through to get to these places is absolutely worth it.
And again, you absolutely nailed this video with the views, the editing and all.... thank you Sterling!
Perfectly shot the spontaneous situation of this ride. ❤️
I always look forward to Sunday nights and your videos, thank you my friend.🤟🏼
I loved that, the nature, the meeting and friendship of two totally different cultures and of course the scenery, the way your footage kept switching back and forth to you loading your steel horse and the Herder loading up his horse was so poignant. Nice one.
I really enjoy all your videos, and this one was especially amazing. My situation doesn’t allow me to ride at present, but I live vicariously through your adventures. Your videography is world-class, a true gem of TH-cam.
I always enjoy your videos. This one is special for me as I love the shepard's vardo lifestyle. And you are the king of the drone footage! Thanks for taking me along.
Another awesome video Sterling! Hum, you found a "shepherd, tending his flock!"...seems like someone gave you just what you needed, when you needed it sir! Thank You, again! Best always!
as said before, the videographic of each rider"s prective preparing for the day was just awesome. makes me want to do another trip. I am as well at the stage where it's doesn't need to be the most difficult trail, it is more about being where you want to and enjoying it.
What a wonderful treat, to have this gorgeous video to watch in January while I'm farkling my little ADV bike and planning trips to take in the spring. Your videos are so artfully made. They're beautiful. I was not expecting sheep, but I guess that's part of what makes it an adventure. Thank you so much for sharing this experience.
Awesome. I am researching for the best ADV bike for myself. Which one do you have? I am leaning towards the Himalayan, although I wish it had a bigger CC engine in it.
@@2ndborn186 - I bought a 2019 BMW G310GS a little over a year ago, just as the 2021 models were arriving at the dealers. BMW offered a $1000 incentive and the dealer came down another $400 to get the bike off the showroom floor, so I paid $4920 out the door for a new bike with three year factory warranty, which was less than a 2-3 year old used G310GS with 5000+ miles and little to no warranty. Even at sticker price, I think the baby GS is a good value.
I wanted a small ADV bike since 1975, before there were ADV bikes. We got big ADV bikes in the 1980s but only recently got these small ADV bikes. They're awesome. They're fun and comfortable on the road, can do a short stint on the highway if needed, and are great for the secondary roads, rural roads, fire roads, forest service access roads, dirt roads and easy trails I do now that I'm in my 60s. It's a lot more fun to take a lightweight and nimble bike off road at any age, but these small ADV bikes are allowing older riders to keep riding for another decade or so when a larger ADV bike is too heavy. I've always ridden small dual sport bikes, and the G310GS is much more comfortable on the road, and it's far more capable off road than I am at this point. I've always enjoyed ultralight camping, and a small ADV bike allows me to do that simply and efficiently. I'm a big fan of simple and efficient. I like cheap too, and the G310GS has delivered there as well. So far, I only have 2500 miles on it but I've done the simple maintenance myself. It's required no warranty service. I ride it, change the oil and clean the chain, and that's about it.
I looked at the Himalayan. I like high tech instead of retro, but I liked the simplicity and maintainability of the Himalayan, and the low end torque. Tractoring up hills is more my style now. At the time I was wanting to buy, the Himalayan was allocated. There was apparently some sort of online lottery or something. The local dealer didn't have one and couldn't get one. I have nothing bad to say about the Himalayan or the KTM 390 Adventure, which the local dealer also didn't have and wouldn't order for me, but I'm glad I got the G310GS. I've had a lot of fun on it last year and now that it's winter I'm adding more farkles, I mean accessories, and I'm planning rides for when the weather is warm again.
Other bikes I'd consider would be 300cc class dual sport bikes that I could mod to be off road oriented ADV bikes. The Honda CRF300L Rally would be near the top of the list. The Kawasaki KLX300 looks good to me as well. These dual sport bikes have two gallon fuel tanks. My G310GS has a 2.9 gallon tank, and I think all ADV bikes need at least 350 mile range, but I'd give them a 5-6 gallon tank. At least with the popular dual sport bikes, larger after market tanks are available.
My coming from a family of Basque sheepherders...this was really great! Loved it.
This is award winning filmmaking!! Fantastic cinematography and storyline. I always enjoy your work as it captures the kind of adventures I aspire to but this is seriously top notch. Kudos!
What an AWESOME video Sterling, well done, truly beautiful!! 👍👍
Always excited to get a notification that you put out a new video. Certainly the highlight of my morning so far.
Wow! This video is amazing! Thanks for sharing Sterling. I hope Jose’s family watch this video so they can feel proud of him.
Greetings from 🇲🇽
I hope so too!
Great experience. Thanks for sharing. Your production quality is top shelf.
I rarely comment on videos, but this one is the icing on the cake.
Thanks for the ride Sterling. You are right, it’s not how hard the ride is that gives you satisfacton, it’s often other things. Like in your video. Great video as always. 🇸🇪🇺🇸
That was awesome. So many life lessons in that video. Definitely got me thinking this morning.
back to the roots, we still have here in the Mediterranean area many sheppards, best cheese u can get, or from goats or sheeps... wonderful man
This is adventure at it's finest. It's not where you go but where you are comfortable and happy. Beautiful scenery there!
Awesome Stirling!
Loved the mix of saddling up together and riding away ... nice story line Sterling
I've seen this episode many times it is such a beautiful video!
Spectacular video, the scenes of feeding you and the horse, also each one arranging their gear alternating between bike and horse were epic! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
What a great experience Sterling, thanks for sharing another wonderful time.
Your drone footage is incredible 👍
What a moving story. Your recent vids are truly starting to reflect your soul. I love the comparisons of you two in the ending. I am still puzzled after all these years following you how you don't have more people following you. For the sole reason of seeing life through your great talents of filming and the chance to escape for 15 mins in the chaos of life. Thanks for your dedication in making these.
What a nice thing to say, thank you.
I love that little table you use! Thanks for the videos. 😉👍
Great addition to the memory bank, magical. Thanks for sharing
Wow what an amazing trip. I had a geography professor back in the day who always told me to find the sheepherders in the Sierra Nevada foothills and camp with them. This gives me hope that I can still accomplish that adventure!
Him on his horse and you on your steel horse, cool. Really loved the view from the drone, great Vid Sterling.
You've made a lot of really good videos Sterling, and I think this one is one of your best!
Such a great video. Loved the matching shots of getting on the bike and horse.
Loved the part where you and the sheepherder were saddling up and mounting your steeds.
Great filming! I really enjoyed how you compared animal to machine with the morning ritual of gearing up for the days adventure.
I like the contrast between you readying your iron horse and the shepherd readying his mount. Strikingly different but really the same. Pretty cool.
When I lived in the high desert of Southern California we occasionally had sheep herders come through our area. A small trailer, dog and horse. Not sure if he was Portuguese or Mexican. Great video Sterling!
Sterling. What a great episode. How special was it that your shepherd friend was willing to be filmed….
one of your best videos in my opinion....but the others are pretty good also. Excellent work!
Brilliant the way you went back and forth from you getting your motorcycle loaded to him getting his horses gear put on!!
Thanks for noticing that!
I enjoyed the juxtaposition of imagery between the horseman and the motorcyclist...
A beautiful moment beautifully captured. Great video.
Great video! Thanks for sharing. Some of the best trips just happen. Even your simple dinner was perfect.
Well done Sterling, I too have moved on to the unextreme, I enjoyed your sentiments.
very nice comparison in the end with the sheep 🐑 🐑 hearder, liked it. keep up these wonderful journey.
Thank you so much 😀
Wow man.....what an amazing piece of experience ......at the concluding part of the video, your preparation for the Ride and side by side the Shepherd's preparation for the Horse ride is awesome.....very good concept man....
Superb, as usual. I think I’ve mentioned this before, but if they have an equivalent to the Oscar for TH-camrs, I hope you get the recognition you deserve.
Awesome adventures. You have me convinced to get out on my bike and do some camping. 👌
Beautiful Video. loved the retro man and modern man scene, preparing for a journey on their mounts. well thought out Sterling.
Loved the energy you had describing the scenario of a mountain top in Colorado with a meeting between a shepherd and a TH-camr. The casual wise phrasing is excellent. It's a strange and beautiful world, it doesn't make sense but it's alright. 🍻
Another cracking video. Your cinematography and editing in this one was stunning. Thanks for bringing us along brother.
Most under rated channel, love your content.
Great video and interesting information about the friendly Shepherd 👍🇨🇦
Amazing video once again! Loved the last moments and the analogy you made visible. Keep them coming!