Once upon a time Nasreddin Hodja, the famous trickster, was walking toward the border between his country and another. He led a donkey by a rope, and the donkey was laden with straw. When the border inspector spied Hodja, he smiled and rubbed his hands gleefully. ‘Ah, this man is a trickster, and surely he is smuggling something. Watch this,’ he whispered to his fellow inspectors. ‘I shall find his smuggled goods.’ The inspector stopped Hodja. ‘Sir, you must allow me to search your donkey. I am certain you are attempting to smuggle valuable goods across the border, into Persia.’ Hodja nodded solemnly. ‘Search away, good fellow,’ he said, ‘but I’m afraid you’ll find nothing but straw.’ The inspector frowned. ‘Everyone knows you’re a trickster,’ he said. ‘And that you always have a trick up your sleeve.’ Hodja nodded again, and the inspector began his search. He pulled at the bundles of straw, scattering straw here, there and everywhere. He reached inside each bundle. He called to his assistants, and they examined the straw bundles carefully. But search as they would, the inspectors found nothing hidden in Hodja’s straw, and so they sent him on his way across the border. A week later Hodja returned, once again leading a donkey laden with straw. ‘Ah ha,’ the inspector said to him, ‘you likely think we won’t search you this time, but you are wrong.’ The inspector called to every assistant, and 10 men plucked and pulled and yanked at the straw, tossing it everywhere and making quite a mess. But the men found nothing at all, and the inspector had no choice but to let Hodja pass the border. The next week the same thing happened, and the same happened the next. Every week for many months Hodja led his donkey to the border, and every week for many months the inspector eyed him with the greatest suspicion. As time passed, the inspector’s determination to expose Hodja as a smuggler grew fiercer, and every week his searches took longer. Still Hodja never lost his temper nor grew upset. He simply stood and waited while the search went on, and every single time the inspectors found no hidden treasure. A year passed this way. Word spread far and wide. ‘The border patrol believe Hodja’s a smuggler,’ people said, but no one could prove this was true. However, the rumors persisted. People wondered what he might be smuggling. Did he carry valuable coins across borders? Was he hiding gold, perhaps? Or maybe he transformed the straw itself into gold, as some said magicians could do. Could Hodja be more than a trickster? Perhaps he was a magician, too. In this way, Hodja’s reputation as a clever smuggler spread far and wide, across every nearby border. Still the inspector was determined to undo the plump little man with the unfailingly serene expression. ‘No one will outwit me,’ he promised, and so each time Hodja appeared, the inspector searched his donkey and straw. This went on for years. The inspector grew old, and soon it was time for him to retire. “I cannot stop working until I have discovered Hodja’s secret,” he swore, and so he worked on, well past retirement age, deep into old age. At long last he was far too tired to go to work, and his eyesight was failing. Finally, he left his post.But he never stopped thinking of Hodja. Had he smuggled treasures in the donkey’s tail? Perhaps they should have searched the donkey’s mouth. He sent word to the border men, and so they continued to search. And then one day Hodja simply stopped crossing the border. Still the inspector could not stop thinking of him. He decided to visit Hodja in his hometown of Aksehir, for he realized that he would never be satisfied until he had gotten the truth out of him. So he traveled across the border. He found Hodja sitting idly in the marketplace, enjoying the warmth of the sun and the sweetness of his coffee. ‘Sir,’ said the inspector, ‘excuse me, but I have to know. I cannot rest. All those years you crossed the border and we searched you - surely you were smuggling something?’ Hodja looked at the inspector and smiled his warmest smile. Slowly he nodded. ‘Please, you must tell me. What was it? Gold? Silver? Were you smuggling food or spirits? Cloth, perhaps? Where did you hide it?’With each guess Hodja just shook his head. ‘Won’t you tell an old man, sir? I’ll never rest in peace unless I know.’ And because Hodja was a kind man and did not wish the inspector to spend the rest of his days worrying, he nodded, ‘Yes. I’ll tell you now. I was smuggling donkeys.’
The border crossing between Canada and the US is the same as the one between Chile and Argentina. You only see the border guards for the country you are entering, never the ones for the country you are leaving. Frankly, we find it kind of weird that you should see the border guards to leave a country before seeing the ones for the country you are entering.
Ok but what about your visum? Here in Europe in the Schengen zone there used to be no checks before politics got nervous but we have only one joint visum for foreigners...
@@arnoldhau1 I know this is an old comment, but the US and Canada have completely separate visa and immigration control. Keep in mind that you still need to go thru border check in the country you are entering so they will deny you if you do not have the visa/passport for the country
My last Peru trip was in 1987. I have been researching the fantastic history of S America BEFORE the conquest since 1978. Everything i see now shows tremendous improvements in roadways and all the infrastructure. Amazing too are the terrific advancements in on the road on the bike location systems like GPS which did not exit for me back then... a map and a hard cover Traveller's Handbook was what i had in hand. The idea on top of all of that, that a single person who also happens to be a single woman can travel freely and, it would appear, without fear... albeit with a good, appropriate dose of cautionary common sense, over back country tracks and wind up with a GPS guiding her to the very doorstep of her next next rest stop is absolutely remarkable. The cherry on all of it is that out of the way bike shops with knowledgeable people and decent friendly overnight accommodations exist and with such a friendly, welcoming... often multi lingual greeting is extraordinary. The world has indeed got very much smaller, more accessible, more accommodating and friendlier in the last 35 years. There are downsides to that as well but here and now i can only site the positives that make it possible for Itchy Boots to satisfy her itch to take all the roads less travelled and in a way that allows us the privilege to ride along right with you as though in real time. Can't say enough here apparently because i feel i have to knock a positive note as well on your no nonsense, happy, efficient adventurous personality that makes it all, even in the hard parts, so much fun to experience. Bravo N from the N. Having been there and given the source of you, where you were sprouted, it doesn't surprise me one bit to find so many pleasant and smart characteristics in your bright nature. Ha!!
When Noraly talks, I listen... and learn :) As well as showing us the world she's also teaching us really interesting facts that I would never have known otherwise, like the prehistoric trees the other day and now the weather patterns around the world. 👍👍👍
Hello again ! Keep following those interesting stories from an inspirational lady. You are truly an adventurous rider. Being in Argentina/Chile with good native language is certainly an advantage. Not as tough as you traveling in Central Asia. And my lady, you are a good teacher, as you travel you teach us alot of things. So informative. Thank you. Will virtually travel with you with this exciting journey. Take care & safe ride 🛵
Estimada, lo que pasa en esta frontera de Monte Aymond la cuál se llama Integración Austral es lo siguiente: Todas las personas o vehículos cuando salen de Argentina tienen que pasar directamente a la aduana chilena para hacer sus trámites de salida con funcionarios argentinos y posteriormente con funcionarios chilenos que le darán la entrada en el mismo edificio. Lo mismo pasa en la aduana Argentina pero a la inversa o sea los vehículos pasan directamente a la Aduana Argentina para salir de Chile y atendidos por funcionarios chilenos y argentinos. Esto pasa solamente aquí y en el Paso los Libertadores a la altura de Santiago. Que tengas un lindo viaje, eres muy valiente para viajar sola. Un abrazo.
Playing catch up at the moment and enjoying the adventure all the way. After a while it feels as though I am riding the bike seeing the trip through your eyes, and that includes looking through the wind shield, glancing down at the instruments and mirrors from time to time and seeing those stunning views. I even feel myself pulling the “bars” to keep upright in those strong winds. I am disabled and will never take an adventure like this so please don’t change the way you do things, looking forward to Alaska and all in-between. Adventure with Education, Great. Ride safe
I always save these videos for when I'm home and it's quiet. That's how much I look forward to them and how much I enjoy them. They are getting better and better!!! I also like the new commentary that helmet / microphone setup allows and of course, the drone footage.
If you decide to come to Skagway, Alaska (my home), the border crossing is the same. There is 40 kilometers between the Canada and US border. So when you cross into the US, it is a US crossing only. And likewise when you cross into Canada. The geography makes it such that the facilities can't be located together. I bought a Himalayan last week, so if you come to Skagway, we'll have to go for a ride :-) And thank you again for the cool Earth Science lesson. You need to make this a regular feature.
You would have been an amazing teacher if that was what you chose to do in life Noraly. We always get history/ geography/ and other informative stuff told to us in your videos. Keep doing what you do well Noraly. 👍👍
So, those strong Westerlies are free to stay strong sort of like the opposite of when a hurricane comes on shore and the terrain slows the winds down. Patagonia has so much flat ocean all around it that the winds have nothing to run into to slow them down. Very interesting, now we're getting a lesson in anemology. Thank you Noraly, you are never in short supply of interesting facts and things to learn. ben/ michigan
@@ffarmchicken I can go south east to go to Canada or I can go north, both ways are a fun ride, but I prefer the Windsor Tunnel on the motorcycle.. and yes getting back into the US is always worse.
@@ROTTK9 I got pulled off for an interview and search of my car in Detroit. Wad trying to take a shortcut to Sarnia from Windsor through Michigan, ended up taking twice as long.
That very much looks like you have reached Cerro Sombrero, I stayed in the same Hostel 14 years ago. It is a fascinating part of the world, I loved it down there. My ferry crossing wasn't as calm as yours, we had to drive through the waves to get onto the boat. A really memorable journey!
I grew up at 43 degrees south and now live 49° north and can verify that the winds in the southern hemisphere were mighty at times! Very much enjoying your educational nuggets concerning the geography and climate of Sth America. 😊💕
A lot of people here see the world through your eyes( cam actually!) ,..........you know....its a nice feeling to find the world a bit more beautiful!!!
EXCELLENT JOURNEY AND VIDEOS. I'M WATCHING FROM AMERICA'S DAIRYLAND...WISCONSIN. BEAUTIFUL COUNTRY HERE LOTS OF LAKES, STREAMS, HILLS BEAUTIFUL WOODS, PRAIRIE AND FORESTS. YOUR RIDE THROUGH ARGENTINA WAS SPECTACULAR WITH ALL THE WIDE OPEN SPACES...ONE FEELS REALLY SMALL IN SPACE, BUT FREE...!!!
What are you !!! Just brilliant...not just a Biker but one with vast knowledge ...an educationist ....Hats off !! Keep going. United Nation should designate you as the Ambassador of Peace !! Best Wishes !!
It's always nice to be part of border crossings and ferry's. That also gives an impression of the country and the people you meet. I love your video's. It gives me the opportunity to see country's I never will be able to visit. So that's a gift of you to me. Thank you!
Like that You show the boarding crossings. It´s allways interesting and gives the travelling feeling to us all that´s following You. Your mix with Your personal doings, riding, sights, information of where You are and so on is a winning combo. And of course Your great charm.
I can't stop watching you!!! :-) Awesome job, as always. I've only seen a few episodes of your first trip, but tonight I start watching it from the first episode because you know how to excite like few. I will follow you day after day, by now you are a fixture of my days. Have a nice rest and have a nice trip for tomorrow and tomorrow and tomorrow :-P
I’ve just discovered your channel and I have watched s1 and now following your journey in s2, you are a true inspiration with your adventures. I am recently returned to motorcycles and have an Africa Twin which I have been doing a few camping trips with here in the uk, after following your journey I am now inspired to venture further afield so I thank you for your channel. Ride safe and I look forward to your next episode.
High winds in parts of Arizona, USA as well around springtime, April-May. Strong enough to close roads, create sandstorms & twist massive steel structures. Interesting to see here pre-C19 that so many demonstrations were happening in the world. A fact largely forgotten now 4 years on.
I stayed in that hotel in 2017 on my way to Ushuaia. Hope you enjoyed the food in the restaurant out the back as much as we did. The guy in the petrol station just a few hundred meters away put 28 litres in my tank - clever as it only holds 24. That happened again in Chile earlier this year in Puyuhuapi. Not much you can do about it though. Guess they have to make a living somehow. Safe riding.
Every time you do a bordercrossing I am almost as excited as if I did it by myself. Every new Episode is a small travel with you round the world ànd I´m always looking Forward to this window to my every day life! Thank you!!!!
Noraly I have been watching your videos now for many months you are a natural presenter and I cannot thank you enough for sharing your epic adventures albeit at times I do feel afraid for you as you make your way through some pretty deserted places One thing though which i feel would make the viewers experience a little more involving would be to use a digital zoom camera (ex canon g7x or a sony rx100) which would allow us to see in more detail unfortunately go pros as good as they are have a very wide field of view and often when you comment on things in front of you it is difficult for the viewer to see ....any that's just a thought and I am looking forward to the next video. ... thank you so much for bringing us all along
It's quite amazing to hear you working with videos after such a ride on those endless boring strait roads through this barren lanscape. I think one would get tired, in need of several naps but you just keep going. Thumbs up, you must be in physical good shape. you really is a strong woman.
Hooked to your videos. Watching the current africa exploring as well as all your episodes from beginning. I am here now. I like how you show pure view of the world. Thanks for doing this.
In many of the Chilean/Argentine border crossings the actual migratory, customs controls are located some distance from the actual border line. In a number of crossings some even more beautiful than the next, I once had to walk 9 kms with two heavy duffel bags in a snow storm just to get to the Argentine control post from the Chilean check point as neither was located directly on the border. In the case of the Primera Angostura crossing above via ferry, due to the fact that Argentines have to cross Chilean terroritory to get to Argentine Tierra del Fuego there are special agreements, border crossing normalization procedures that allow crossing for both nationalities with a minimum of paperwork. Have made this crossing a number of times. The only contra temps as far as the Chileans are concerned is the number of Argentines who fail to heed speed limits often crashing by the wayside. Argentina is a most compelling country, however their driving leaves a lot to be desired. They seem to think they are the second coming of Juan Manuel Fangio. Compared to other Latin American countries crossing between Chile and Argentina is hassle free, minimum of fuss, with straightforward, transparent rules and regulations especially for foreigners ie US/CAN/EU and less so for Argentine nationals who are often picked on by their own Gendarmería in case they might be exceeding their liquor/cigarette limits. The Chilean Carabineros are far more efficient, than the Gendarmes, and are not kidding in regards to checking that you are not bringing in fruit, nuts or fresh food. They take such trespasses seriously.
noraly,with you i discover new landscapes.desertic landscape but beautiful onces. go and go on the rods and in your mind too. thank you for your enthousiam
Noraly, there are only two things (discounting Tasmania, a small island off the West Coast of NZ populated by strange people called Aussies) in the way of the "Roaring Forties", those westerly winds you are experiencing, South America and New Zealand. Well the South Island mostly, and we didn't even get a mention. I know we don't present much of a barrier, but we are here, I know because those same westerlies give the place I live (Canterbury Plains) our main wind pattern. Hot dry Norwesters. Good to see you finally getting close to the start of your journey LOL.
@@patmooney5150 Greetings Pat. And that is a scandalous lie about the sheep, perpetrated by unconscionable folk whose ancestry is somewhat clouded by possible nefarious leanings.:-). And yes Tassie is fair and square in the path of the forties and you well know their power.
Hi sister My mind get refreshed on seeing your smiling face. You given a detailed geographical information about the strong wind prevails in that latitude. Chile seems very chilly.
My daughter-in-law will be in Punta Arenas in 2 weeks. I expect you will be headed north before then. She is a marine biologist going to Palmer Station, Antarctica for a few months research. Now that you are in Chile, it's ok to say that Puerto Williams is the southern most city in the world. The Argentines won't hear you. Love your videos, Noraly!
OMG ! those clouds are just beautiful with the blue sky. Like in New Zealand also in the Southern Hemisphere. Visuals are really stunning and it feels like the whole place is Pure and Unpolluted.
Good stuff! What is best in life!!! Wind in your hair adventure. MAKE THE MOST OF EVERY DAY! How wonderful that you are multilingual. Thanks again. Safe trip!
The border crossing (stamp in / stamp out) issue can be explained like this. Once you are stamped IN to one country, you have obviously LEFT the other. So Argentina and Chile (and possibly other South American countries) must have some sort of understanding that being stamped IN to one country (in this case Chile) automatically stamps you "OUT" of the other (Argentina).
Thats what is done between Canada and the United States, you can leave either country with no interaction with customs. But you are subject to accountability when entering either country. When you think about it, it makes perfect sense. They mainly care about who is coming in and what they are bringing. When your leaving your no longer a problem for them.
Welcome to Chile, I hope you enjoy the landscapes and people of this country. Do not be afraid of demonstrations, it is against the government, not against motorcycle drivers. Enjoy and take good care of yourself. I follow you from India.Note: The crossings between Chile and Argentina are like this, since there are many border agreements between them.
I think at the border crossing, the customs asked for the number of same items to know if it was commercial. Three GoPro cam in their boxes would have been différent. He saw you were using them. Very Nice trip with plenty of informations, for example big winds because of the lack of lands
I have always wondered about you checking out of one country, and in to the other. On the Canada-USA border, you only stop at the Customs for the country you are entering. Just like you did Argentina -> Chile. To me, that was the normal crossing!
Have you heard about the civil unrest in Santiago, Chile, and in Bolivia? Keep yourself safe young lady! ...We are with you in spirit, even if we cannot ride with you!
Often, when you give the hint of a challenge ahead, I quickly mouse over the end of the video to assure myself that you are safely in a room at the end of the day. Of course you are, or we wouldn't have the video. But still....it's good to know you are safe and sound before viewing the challenge. :)
Regarding border crossings, I live in Ontario Canada, about 2 hours away from the U.S. border. When we go to the U.S., we only go through U.S. customs, and same thing when we come back, only through Canadian customs. Maybe it's a different system than in Europe
Hi Noraly - Hadley Cells is the term you were looking for on the ferry (technically the mid-latitude cell and polar cell convergence zone). The divergence/convergence zones occur at 30º and 60º latitude, and you are near 60º S in this video, which is a convergence zone. Warmed air is rising right over you as the winds from the mid-lat cell and polar cell rush in to fill the void.
My wife & I went through that border stop on one of those large tour buses five years ago, travelling from Beunos Aires to Ushuaia. The walks around both Ushuaia and Tierra del Fuego are beautiful. Thankfully We left the large tour bus upon arrival and did our own thing. If you can do a boat trip out of Ushuaia, the sights & history are literally cool. Stay safe. 👍🏍🇦🇺
It never ceses to amaze me how bold you are. Going into unknown at extreme wind and such inhospitable weather. I don't ride out of my yard before checking that it's 15+ celsius degrees and no rain or anything in like three weather apps.
Hi, yo puedo explicarte un poco sobre este "curioso" sistema de frontera entre Argentina and Chile: se llama "control integrado" y es para evitar los controles en ambas fronteras (por ahorro de tiempo especialmente). Así si vas desde Argentina a Chile (como en este caso), los trámites de inmigración se hacen en Chile y si es al contrario (de Chile a Argentina) se hacen en Argentina.
I think that is a better system. Of course, if you are entering another country you are leaving the previous one. It is obvious. You can't stay in a limbo. But unfortunately, this integration between the countries seems to be an exception.
It reminds me Estonian-Latvian border before Schengen. At least in those crossings I used you were only checked by Latvians when crossing into Latvia and only by Estonians when into Estonia. Even the checkpoints were in the same location. And that was even before we joined the EU(my earliest experience is from 2003), at least in Valga-Valka crossing.
Tierra del Fuego is the place where you cross paths with other great explorers. I'm reading Josh Slocums book Sailing Around the World Alone. He was there before you in 1895-1898!
Really looking forward to every notification of a new video. It's like being part of the journey, thanks so much for taking us with you! This is exactly the way I love to travel - immersive, really taking in the people, culture and scenery. Keep it up, I'm checked in all the way to Alaska. ;-)
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Once upon a time Nasreddin Hodja, the famous trickster, was walking toward the border between his country and another. He led a donkey by a rope, and the donkey was laden with straw. When the border inspector spied Hodja, he smiled and rubbed his hands gleefully. ‘Ah, this man is a trickster, and surely he is smuggling something. Watch this,’ he whispered to his fellow inspectors. ‘I shall find his smuggled goods.’
The inspector stopped Hodja. ‘Sir, you must allow me to search your donkey. I am certain you are attempting to smuggle valuable goods across the border, into Persia.’ Hodja nodded solemnly. ‘Search away, good fellow,’ he said, ‘but I’m afraid you’ll find nothing but straw.’
The inspector frowned. ‘Everyone knows you’re a trickster,’ he said. ‘And that you always have a trick up your sleeve.’ Hodja nodded again, and the inspector began his search. He pulled at the bundles of straw, scattering straw here, there and everywhere. He reached inside each bundle. He called to his assistants, and they examined the straw bundles carefully. But search as they would, the inspectors found nothing hidden in Hodja’s straw, and so they sent him on his way across the border.
A week later Hodja returned, once again leading a donkey laden with straw. ‘Ah ha,’ the inspector said to him, ‘you likely think we won’t search you this time, but you are wrong.’ The inspector called to every assistant, and 10 men plucked and pulled and yanked at the straw, tossing it everywhere and making quite a mess. But the men found nothing at all, and the inspector had no choice but to let Hodja pass the border.
The next week the same thing happened, and the same happened the next. Every week for many months Hodja led his donkey to the border, and every week for many months the inspector eyed him with the greatest suspicion. As time passed, the inspector’s determination to expose Hodja as a smuggler grew fiercer, and every week his searches took longer. Still Hodja never lost his temper nor grew upset. He simply stood and waited while the search went on, and every single time the inspectors found no hidden treasure.
A year passed this way. Word spread far and wide. ‘The border patrol believe Hodja’s a smuggler,’ people said, but no one could prove this was true.
However, the rumors persisted. People wondered what he might be smuggling. Did he carry valuable coins across borders? Was he hiding gold, perhaps? Or maybe he transformed the straw itself into gold, as some said magicians could do. Could Hodja be more than a trickster? Perhaps he was a magician, too. In this way, Hodja’s reputation as a clever smuggler spread far and wide, across every nearby border.
Still the inspector was determined to undo the plump little man with the unfailingly serene expression. ‘No one will outwit me,’ he promised, and so each time Hodja appeared, the inspector searched his donkey and straw.
This went on for years. The inspector grew old, and soon it was time for him to retire. “I cannot stop working until I have discovered Hodja’s secret,” he swore, and so he worked on, well past retirement age, deep into old age. At long last he was far too tired to go to work, and his eyesight was failing. Finally, he left his post.But he never stopped thinking of Hodja. Had he smuggled treasures in the donkey’s tail? Perhaps they should have searched the donkey’s mouth. He sent word to the border men, and so they continued to search. And then one day Hodja simply stopped crossing the border.
Still the inspector could not stop thinking of him. He decided to visit Hodja in his hometown of Aksehir, for he realized that he would never be satisfied until he had gotten the truth out of him. So he traveled across the border. He found Hodja sitting idly in the marketplace, enjoying the warmth of the sun and the sweetness of his coffee.
‘Sir,’ said the inspector, ‘excuse me, but I have to know. I cannot rest. All those years you crossed the border and we searched you - surely you were smuggling something?’ Hodja looked at the inspector and smiled his warmest smile. Slowly he nodded. ‘Please, you must tell me. What was it? Gold? Silver? Were you smuggling food or spirits? Cloth, perhaps? Where did you hide it?’With each guess Hodja just shook his head. ‘Won’t you tell an old man, sir? I’ll never rest in peace unless I know.’
And because Hodja was a kind man and did not wish the inspector to spend the rest of his days worrying, he nodded, ‘Yes. I’ll tell you now. I was smuggling donkeys.’
Ha, good story!
That might be a way to smuggle motorcycles too, while customs ask questions about the number of cameras you are carrying!
It used to be a n old joke about smuggling wheelbarrows
One of my favorite Nasrudin stories. :D
Love it! Thanks for taking the time to share.
The border crossing between Canada and the US is the same as the one between Chile and Argentina. You only see the border guards for the country you are entering, never the ones for the country you are leaving. Frankly, we find it kind of weird that you should see the border guards to leave a country before seeing the ones for the country you are entering.
Ok but what about your visum? Here in Europe in the Schengen zone there used to be no checks before politics got nervous but we have only one joint visum for foreigners...
@@arnoldhau1 I know this is an old comment, but the US and Canada have completely separate visa and immigration control. Keep in mind that you still need to go thru border check in the country you are entering so they will deny you if you do not have the visa/passport for the country
Its already episode 18, can't believe how fast time flies.
At least its a long trip! Lots more to come.
My last Peru trip was in 1987. I have been researching the fantastic history of S America BEFORE the conquest since 1978.
Everything i see now shows tremendous improvements in roadways and all the infrastructure. Amazing too are the terrific advancements in on the road on the bike location systems like GPS which did not exit for me back then... a map and a hard cover Traveller's Handbook was what i had in hand.
The idea on top of all of that, that a single person who also happens to be a single woman can travel freely and, it would appear, without fear... albeit with a good, appropriate dose of cautionary common sense, over back country tracks and wind up with a GPS guiding her to the very doorstep of her next next rest stop is absolutely remarkable.
The cherry on all of it is that out of the way bike shops with knowledgeable people and decent friendly overnight accommodations exist and with such a friendly, welcoming... often multi lingual greeting is extraordinary.
The world has indeed got very much smaller, more accessible, more accommodating and friendlier in the last 35 years.
There are downsides to that as well but here and now i can only site the positives that make it possible for Itchy Boots to satisfy her itch to take all the roads less travelled and in a way that allows us the privilege to ride along right with you as though in real time.
Can't say enough here apparently because i feel i have to knock a positive note as well on your no nonsense, happy, efficient adventurous personality that makes it all, even in the hard parts, so much fun to experience. Bravo N from the N. Having been there and given the source of you, where you were sprouted, it doesn't surprise me one bit to find so many pleasant and smart characteristics in your bright nature. Ha!!
When Noraly talks, I listen... and learn :) As well as showing us the world she's also teaching us really interesting facts that I would never have known otherwise, like the prehistoric trees the other day and now the weather patterns around the world. 👍👍👍
Hola!!! Soy Richard....el aduanero que te atendió en Chile.... Que divertido!!! God blessyou
Hello again ! Keep following those interesting stories from an inspirational lady. You are truly an adventurous rider. Being in Argentina/Chile with good native language is certainly an advantage. Not as tough as you traveling in Central Asia. And my lady, you are a good teacher, as you travel you teach us alot of things. So informative. Thank you. Will virtually travel with you with this exciting journey. Take care & safe ride 🛵
Abdul Dawam well said, I’m traveling with Noraly in this videos. And she is a good teacher, very informative.
What a funny story i thought he would give a different answer.
Estimada, lo que pasa en esta frontera de Monte Aymond la cuál se llama Integración Austral es lo siguiente: Todas las personas o vehículos cuando salen de Argentina tienen que pasar directamente a la aduana chilena para hacer sus trámites de salida con funcionarios argentinos y posteriormente con funcionarios chilenos que le darán la entrada en el mismo edificio. Lo mismo pasa en la aduana Argentina pero a la inversa o sea los vehículos pasan directamente a la Aduana Argentina para salir de Chile y atendidos por funcionarios chilenos y argentinos. Esto pasa solamente aquí y en el Paso los Libertadores a la altura de Santiago. Que tengas un lindo viaje, eres muy valiente para viajar sola. Un abrazo.
Bikers will always help bikers - where ever you are in the world
Of course, we are not normal 😆😆😆😆
Motorcyclists. Bikers are quite a different story sometimes.
Playing catch up at the moment and enjoying the adventure all the way. After a while it feels as though I am riding the bike seeing the trip through your eyes, and that includes looking through the wind shield, glancing down at the instruments and mirrors from time to time and seeing those stunning views. I even feel myself pulling the “bars” to keep upright in those strong winds. I am disabled and will never take an adventure like this so please don’t change the way you do things, looking forward to Alaska and all in-between. Adventure with Education, Great. Ride safe
Haven't you tried a threeweeler?
@@agostinhofroes4169 Not yet, by the time Noraly arrives in Alaska that could be a possibility. Thanks for your thought.
I always save these videos for when I'm home and it's quiet. That's how much I look forward to them and how much I enjoy them. They are getting better and better!!! I also like the new commentary that helmet / microphone setup allows and of course, the drone footage.
The light, the clarity of the sky, the landscape are wonderful. What a beautifull area.
Noraly is a master of Quantum Mechanics, always makes time go faster.
Went to bed this eve smarter than I woke up today. So this is why the wind is so strong down the south and up in the north. You made my day, Blue-Eye!
Hi, Noraly! Are you thinking about visiting any of the famous telescopes or observatories when you explore more of Chile?
If you decide to come to Skagway, Alaska (my home), the border crossing is the same. There is 40 kilometers between the Canada and US border. So when you cross into the US, it is a US crossing only. And likewise when you cross into Canada. The geography makes it such that the facilities can't be located together.
I bought a Himalayan last week, so if you come to Skagway, we'll have to go for a ride :-)
And thank you again for the cool Earth Science lesson. You need to make this a regular feature.
Skagway is on my list to visit, Alaskan ferry system is a fine way to travel. Spent time working in Ketchikan back in the late seventies.
You would have been an amazing teacher if that was what you chose to do in life Noraly. We always get history/ geography/ and other informative stuff told to us in your videos. Keep doing what you do well Noraly. 👍👍
Her "Let's Go"s are enough for me to feel the wind beneath my wings.
Atticus Finch It’s a wonderful part of the world take it from me...
You would feel the wind beneath your wings - with a name such as "Finch" lol
So, those strong Westerlies are free to stay strong sort of like the opposite of when a hurricane comes on shore and the terrain slows the winds down. Patagonia has so much flat ocean all around it that the winds have nothing to run into to slow them down. Very interesting, now we're getting a lesson in anemology. Thank you Noraly, you are never in short supply of interesting facts and things to learn. ben/ michigan
I can't believe how you take things, despite being away from home and alone, ALWAYS SMILE!! Amazing woman, good luck and greetings from México!!
I love these roads with nobody. You're very courageous. Go Noraly Go !
Keep warm and be safe, you are all we have to see this country ..
When you cross Canada/US border you only deal with customs of the country you are entering.
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I go back and cross between Canada and US all the time. I’m also a dual citizen. Going into the US is way more a PITA than Canada.
@@ffarmchicken I can go south east to go to Canada or I can go north, both ways are a fun ride, but I prefer the Windsor Tunnel on the motorcycle.. and yes getting back into the US is always worse.
I was filming once on my motorbike crossing into the US (sumas) and got told off.
@@ROTTK9 I got pulled off for an interview and search of my car in Detroit. Wad trying to take a shortcut to Sarnia from Windsor through Michigan, ended up taking twice as long.
Maybe you all didn't notice it, but she crossed the border into Chile and dealt with the chilean customs.
It’s quite chilly so let’s go to Chile.. 😅
Hard to believe you have already been on the road in SA for a month. Loving that big bold sky.
Planet Earth is way too small for you Norally, time to take a look at the stars 😀😃
you finally came to my land, Chile that you enjoy and never forget it
That very much looks like you have reached Cerro Sombrero, I stayed in the same Hostel 14 years ago. It is a fascinating part of the world, I loved it down there. My ferry crossing wasn't as calm as yours, we had to drive through the waves to get onto the boat. A really memorable journey!
I can only trust that you have a heated suit. Patagonia and Alaska can be very cold. I'll keep catching up and see if you mention it.
Cool! Not only we get to see beautiful countryside, we get to learn about geography as well. Thank you Noraly!
I grew up at 43 degrees south and now live 49° north and can verify that the winds in the southern hemisphere were mighty at times! Very much enjoying your educational nuggets concerning the geography and climate of Sth America. 😊💕
A lot of people here see the world through your eyes( cam actually!) ,..........you know....its a nice feeling to find the world a bit more beautiful!!!
EXCELLENT JOURNEY AND VIDEOS. I'M WATCHING FROM AMERICA'S DAIRYLAND...WISCONSIN. BEAUTIFUL COUNTRY HERE LOTS OF LAKES, STREAMS, HILLS BEAUTIFUL WOODS, PRAIRIE AND FORESTS. YOUR RIDE THROUGH ARGENTINA WAS SPECTACULAR WITH ALL THE WIDE OPEN SPACES...ONE FEELS REALLY SMALL IN SPACE, BUT FREE...!!!
You left your caps lock on........LOL
What are you !!! Just brilliant...not just a Biker but one with vast knowledge ...an educationist ....Hats off !! Keep going. United Nation should designate you as the Ambassador of Peace !! Best Wishes !!
Having ridden over much of the world "weirdest border ever" means something when Noraly says it!
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It's always nice to be part of border crossings and ferry's. That also gives an impression of the country and the people you meet. I love your video's. It gives me the opportunity to see country's I never will be able to visit. So that's a gift of you to me. Thank you!
I suggest one reason for the 'casual' border checks is that one travels from Argentina, briefly to Chile, then on to Argentina once more.
Like that You show the boarding crossings. It´s allways interesting and gives the travelling feeling to us all that´s following You. Your mix with Your personal doings, riding, sights, information of where You are and so on is a winning combo. And of course Your great charm.
I was down there in Ushuaia 3 years ago, its great to watch your videos, brings back many memories...
I can't stop watching you!!! :-) Awesome job, as always. I've only seen a few episodes of your first trip, but tonight I start watching it from the first episode because you know how to excite like few. I will follow you day after day, by now you are a fixture of my days. Have a nice rest and have a nice trip for tomorrow and tomorrow and tomorrow :-P
I’ve just discovered your channel and I have watched s1 and now following your journey in s2, you are a true inspiration with your adventures. I am recently returned to motorcycles and have an Africa Twin which I have been doing a few camping trips with here in the uk, after following your journey I am now inspired to venture further afield so I thank you for your channel. Ride safe and I look forward to your next episode.
High winds in parts of Arizona, USA as well around springtime, April-May. Strong enough to close roads, create sandstorms & twist massive steel structures. Interesting to see here pre-C19 that so many demonstrations were happening in the world. A fact largely forgotten now 4 years on.
amazing trips..to the far south of the earth....
I stayed in that hotel in 2017 on my way to Ushuaia. Hope you enjoyed the food in the restaurant out the back as much as we did. The guy in the petrol station just a few hundred meters away put 28 litres in my tank - clever as it only holds 24. That happened again in Chile earlier this year in Puyuhuapi. Not much you can do about it though. Guess they have to make a living somehow. Safe riding.
I got addicted to your episodes!!!!!!!!!!!!!
welcome to chile also good explanation about strong wind in southern hemisphere thanks noraly bye from india
Every time you do a bordercrossing I am almost as excited as if I did it by myself. Every new Episode is a small travel with you round the world ànd I´m always looking Forward to this window to my every day life! Thank you!!!!
Hola Noraly, don't be afraid of the wind. Take advantage of it. Put a sail on Dhanno so u won't need petrol. Hooo veee !!!!!!
Your taking the same route I took 3 years ago! Oh, the winds!
Noraly I have been watching your videos now for many months you are a natural presenter and I cannot thank you enough for sharing your epic adventures albeit at times I do feel afraid for you as you make your way through some pretty deserted places
One thing though which i feel would make the viewers experience a little more involving would be to use a digital zoom camera (ex canon g7x or a sony rx100) which would allow us to see in more detail unfortunately go pros as good as they are have a very wide field of view and often when you comment on things in front of you it is difficult for the viewer to see ....any that's just a thought and I am looking forward to the next video. ... thank you so much for bringing us all along
It's quite amazing to hear you working with videos after such a ride on those endless boring strait roads through this barren lanscape. I think one would get tired, in need of several naps but you just keep going. Thumbs up, you must be in physical good shape. you really is a strong woman.
Hooked to your videos. Watching the current africa exploring as well as all your episodes from beginning. I am here now. I like how you show pure view of the world. Thanks for doing this.
In many of the Chilean/Argentine border crossings the actual migratory, customs controls are located some distance from the actual border line. In a number of crossings some even more beautiful than the next, I once had to walk 9 kms with two heavy duffel bags in a snow storm just to get to the Argentine control post from the Chilean check point as neither was located directly on the border. In the case of the Primera Angostura crossing above via ferry, due to the fact that Argentines have to cross Chilean terroritory to get to Argentine Tierra del Fuego there are special agreements, border crossing normalization procedures that allow crossing for both nationalities with a minimum of paperwork. Have made this crossing a number of times. The only contra temps as far as the Chileans are concerned is the number of Argentines who fail to heed speed limits often crashing by the wayside. Argentina is a most compelling country, however their driving leaves a lot to be desired. They seem to think they are the second coming of Juan Manuel Fangio. Compared to other Latin American countries crossing between Chile and Argentina is hassle free, minimum of fuss, with straightforward, transparent rules and regulations especially for foreigners ie US/CAN/EU and less so for Argentine nationals who are often picked on by their own Gendarmería in case they might be exceeding their liquor/cigarette limits. The Chilean Carabineros are far more efficient, than the Gendarmes, and are not kidding in regards to checking that you are not bringing in fruit, nuts or fresh food. They take such trespasses seriously.
noraly,with you i discover new landscapes.desertic landscape but beautiful onces. go and go on the rods and in your mind too. thank you for your enthousiam
I admire the pace at which you travel....and on un-paved tracks no less. Such a laid back attitude is also to be afmired.
Noraly, there are only two things (discounting Tasmania, a small island off the West Coast of NZ populated by strange people called Aussies) in the way of the "Roaring Forties", those westerly winds you are experiencing, South America and New Zealand. Well the South Island mostly, and we didn't even get a mention. I know we don't present much of a barrier, but we are here, I know because those same westerlies give the place I live (Canterbury Plains) our main wind pattern. Hot dry Norwesters.
Good to see you finally getting close to the start of your journey LOL.
NZ, where men are men, and sheep are.... You know the rest, Paul. Greetings from windy Tassie, or, as I call it, The South Island. ;-)
@@patmooney5150 Greetings Pat. And that is a scandalous lie about the sheep, perpetrated by unconscionable folk whose ancestry is somewhat clouded by possible nefarious leanings.:-). And yes Tassie is fair and square in the path of the forties and you well know their power.
Thank you so much for the little facts you throw in here and there. I did not know that about the weather and why it's always windy in those places !!
Thank you , from florida, stevegrim , for explaining "The Roaring Forties."
There is something VERY special about getting to a "most" place. You are almost there. Great. peace, Joe
Hi sister
My mind get refreshed on seeing your smiling face. You given a detailed geographical information about the strong wind prevails in that latitude. Chile seems very chilly.
Thanks for the weather explanation. Used to live in a windy place. Makes 2 wheels difficult.
welcome to chile, have a nice trip and day. god bless you and dhanno
My daughter-in-law will be in Punta Arenas in 2 weeks. I expect you will be headed north before then. She is a marine biologist going to Palmer Station, Antarctica for a few months research. Now that you are in Chile, it's ok to say that Puerto Williams is the southern most city in the world. The Argentines won't hear you. Love your videos, Noraly!
Excelente narración, interesante viajar con ella, la sigo desde asia, buena ruta
Справді чудово бачити, як покинувши зону комфорту можна досягти успіху та знайти друзів по всій планеті!
OMG ! those clouds are just beautiful with the blue sky. Like in New Zealand also in the Southern Hemisphere. Visuals are really stunning and it feels like the whole place is Pure and Unpolluted.
Good stuff! What is best in life!!! Wind in your hair adventure. MAKE THE MOST OF EVERY DAY!
How wonderful that you are multilingual. Thanks again. Safe trip!
Love! Love watching your adventures…. Those “foxes”. Are coyotes…I think. They look like coyotes . Ranchers here in texas hang them on the fences
Another great day!!!. Just bought and brought my Himalayan home yesterday. Looking forward to getting some miles on it.👍👍
hi Noroly take care and do send more videos, I love them so much,
Thanks Noraly, enjoyed the 40 explanation, also happy you had a good crossing.
The border crossing (stamp in / stamp out) issue can be explained like this. Once you are stamped IN to one country, you have obviously LEFT the other. So Argentina and Chile (and possibly other South American countries) must have some sort of understanding that being stamped IN to one country (in this case Chile) automatically stamps you "OUT" of the other (Argentina).
Thats what is done between Canada and the United States, you can leave either country with no interaction with customs. But you are subject to accountability when entering either country. When you think about it, it makes perfect sense. They mainly care about who is coming in and what they are bringing. When your leaving your no longer a problem for them.
Welcome to Chile, I hope you enjoy the landscapes and people of this country. Do not be afraid of demonstrations, it is against the government, not against motorcycle drivers. Enjoy and take good care of yourself. I follow you from India.Note: The crossings between Chile and Argentina are like this, since there are many border agreements between them.
Just discover this amazing video last week and now i think im addicted watching your travel..
4:03 on the window there was a paper informing you that " for the purpose of leaving the country continue to the chilean building"
Canada/US border is the same. You only go through the border crossing for the country you enter.
Keep educating us geology weather you put it across really well...
I think at the border crossing, the customs asked for the number of same items to know if it was commercial. Three GoPro cam in their boxes would have been différent. He saw you were using them.
Very Nice trip with plenty of informations, for example big winds because of the lack of lands
I have always wondered about you checking out of one country, and in to the other. On the Canada-USA border, you only stop at the Customs for the country you are entering. Just like you did Argentina -> Chile. To me, that was the normal crossing!
Have you heard about the civil unrest in Santiago, Chile, and in Bolivia? Keep yourself safe young lady! ...We are with you in spirit, even if we cannot ride with you!
Often, when you give the hint of a challenge ahead, I quickly mouse over the end of the video to assure myself that you are safely in a room at the end of the day. Of course you are, or we wouldn't have the video. But still....it's good to know you are safe and sound before viewing the challenge. :)
Regarding border crossings, I live in Ontario Canada, about 2 hours away from the U.S. border. When we go to the U.S., we only go through U.S. customs, and same thing when we come back, only through Canadian customs. Maybe it's a different system than in Europe
Hi Noraly - Hadley Cells is the term you were looking for on the ferry (technically the mid-latitude cell and polar cell convergence zone). The divergence/convergence zones occur at 30º and 60º latitude, and you are near 60º S in this video, which is a convergence zone. Warmed air is rising right over you as the winds from the mid-lat cell and polar cell rush in to fill the void.
Noraly, you always have interesting information to share. What an adventure!
My wife & I went through that border stop on one of those large tour buses five years ago, travelling from Beunos Aires to Ushuaia. The walks around both Ushuaia and Tierra del Fuego are beautiful. Thankfully We left the large tour bus upon arrival and did our own thing. If you can do a boat trip out of Ushuaia, the sights & history are literally cool. Stay safe. 👍🏍🇦🇺
It never ceses to amaze me how bold you are. Going into unknown at extreme wind and such inhospitable weather. I don't ride out of my yard before checking that it's 15+ celsius degrees and no rain or anything in like three weather apps.
JUST TO SEE YOUR SMILE IS GOOD ENOUGH
Bienvenida a Chile!!! Que tengas un lindo viaje por estas tierras. El sur es una maravilla que merece la pena conocer. Bienvenida nuevamente.
Hi, yo puedo explicarte un poco sobre este "curioso" sistema de frontera entre Argentina and Chile: se llama "control integrado" y es para evitar los controles en ambas fronteras (por ahorro de tiempo especialmente). Así si vas desde Argentina a Chile (como en este caso), los trámites de inmigración se hacen en Chile y si es al contrario (de Chile a Argentina) se hacen en Argentina.
I think that is a better system. Of course, if you are entering another country you are leaving the previous one. It is obvious. You can't stay in a limbo. But unfortunately, this integration between the countries seems to be an exception.
It reminds me Estonian-Latvian border before Schengen. At least in those crossings I used you were only checked by Latvians when crossing into Latvia and only by Estonians when into Estonia. Even the checkpoints were in the same location. And that was even before we joined the EU(my earliest experience is from 2003), at least in Valga-Valka crossing.
Tierra del Fuego is the place where you cross paths with other great explorers. I'm reading Josh Slocums book Sailing Around the World Alone. He was there before you in 1895-1898!
Your good cheer wins the day, as usual!
What an interesting trip.
Onward
My dear rider thank you, I enjoying so much this video, I will be waiting for the next one, good luck.
the ocean blue is very beautiful maybe one Day I'll be there
Can't believe this bike survived all this journey. Amazing! Good job Royal Enfield.🇮🇳
Whaaat? She just starting! And that's so far a fly shxt in comparison to what she did on her first trip.
Glad it warmed up in Chile.....Thanks for the ride
ALWAYS GREAT VIDEOS....SO INTERESTING.....REALLY ENJOY EACH TIME I FIND YOUR VIDEOS I HAVE NOT SEEN YET.....PLEASE BE CAREFUL !!!!!
Really looking forward to every notification of a new video. It's like being part of the journey, thanks so much for taking us with you! This is exactly the way I love to travel - immersive, really taking in the people, culture and scenery. Keep it up, I'm checked in all the way to Alaska. ;-)
I know it's a long way off and if it is your chosen route. You are going to love riding through the Rocky Mountains on your way to Alaska.
Please don't ever stop saying " good morning internet " as it cheers me up.