Make sure you check the description for links to ALL the resources I talked about in this series, thank you as always to everyone who has watched this series beginning to end! ALSO it's my Birthday Saturday! (11/16) Sooooo ya know if you wanna get me a birthday present I won't say no lol, I made a list for your convenience :P www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/7CHTD5SHNZYV?ref_=wl_share Or if you prefer to buy me a coffee: ko-fi.com/M4M7KPC7
High five back at ya, young lady. Thanks again for your generous sharings. I've mentioned this before, but per chance some of your viewers missed it: truck stops are your friend. Many of them have laundry and shower facilities. And this app can tell you where the nearest ones are: truckerpath.com/trucker-path-app/truck-stops-near-me/ . Happy trails, Amanda!
"it's fine, it's fine," of course it is, better than being at work. Wait. This IS your work, lol. Q&A is always a cool way to gain personal insights, go for it. One more thing, a common saying in the military, "No plan ever survives contact with the enemy." Like you said, remain flexible, bc there are many "enemies" on a moto trip. Nice wrap up to a great series, thanks. Happy Birthday!
lol well it's PART of my work :P I also make art for people, and I also have a day job as a cashier now (I don't work at the Motorcycle Dealership anymore so I don't get paid hourly to take people on day trips on the weekends lol) Excellent saying!
Amanda, i know u probably hear this a LOT, but u r AWESOME! Your passion, transparency, experience, and general outlook r extremely inspiring. I can't get enough of your videos! My son is contemplating a massive trip to Denali next year and this series is absolutely perfect. There's always the things u know, or think u do about an undertaking like this, but it's the things that linger in the periphery that haunt u (e.g. border crossings). This series has certainly brought a LOT of those things to light and will help my son, and maybe me :D, have a great, positive adventure. Thanks again SO much for all u do for the community!
Flexibility is everything on my trips. I schedule my hotels about 250 miles apart because I usually find cool stuff to visit in between. I end up riding around 300 miles per day and spending about 10 hours . Thats how it works in Michigan.
Happy b---day, Cub! Great tips like usual. The best tip I ever heard if you are doing a destination ride, i.e. rally etc, is in reference to clothing. If going to a set destination, like Sturgis Rally, Only pack a couple extra changes of clothing. Once at your camp site you can, and probably will, buy some cheap rally t-shirts, etc. Hit Wally World or other big box type store for pants etc. At the end of the rally, prior to load out, box up your extra items and drop them off at UPS to ship home. This is all a lot cheaper and more fun than trailering the bike behind a 3 axle motor home. In my opinion. :-)
Thanks so much Zurnie! That is an interesting tactic... I think I'll stick to my style of packing lol It is true though that we all inevitably bring back some kind of souvenir from rallies so it's good to leave room in the bags for unplanned purchases!
Thanks Moto Dans! :D Well I'm restricted to Oregon for the next few months since my financial situation is still trying to recover from the unexpected Clutch replacement that happened on the CABDR! I know seems like I should have paid that off by now, but I did a lot more trips this year than I had planned. *shrug* such is life! There is no current plans for a big spring/winter trip like I've been able to do the last two years (then again those trips were funded by a very well paying job, and that has changed quite a bit.) Rest Assured, once I have plans in movement you all will know about it! (Or at least a little bit after my Patrons do! lol)
Thanks Tony! :D My biggest problem with riding in the dark is that temp drops a good 5-10 degrees and when it's only 58 when the sun is out.... ya know lol It gets uncomfortable with wind chill!
High-Five! The Sena footage looks pretty clean, ugghh it sucks that its getting so cold this year...last year I had no problem motocamping in the cold.
Thanks MotoRickyRicardo! I'm super stoked about the new Sena! Stoked to see how I can integrate my new helmet audio function in future travel vlogs! XD The cold has def swooshed right in SO quickly this year! Normally I can make it to the end of November no problem but that cold snap is kicking my a$$!
Love the video and series. Q&A is a great idea. How do you survive the winter? I’m already feeling the annual onset of cabin fever. I can’t even pretend it is summer anymore.
Thanks so much Robin!! lol the winter is always a struggle! I spend most of it planning routes I can take and completely ignore all of that hard work route planning once the summer comes around again. Also it helps that I also draw, so it's not too terrible to be stuck inside.
Nice video, I also love that background of the lake and the mountains. That place looks beautiful. (Great video quality, audio, and editing) Keep up the great work.
The way you said windshields are amazing was hilarious. Just enough pause 😂 I agree I throw a windscreen onto my magna for long distance! Hate the look but so functional :) I also over pack clothes cus I'm a stoopid head. I'm getting better! Great video and series. Really enjoyed it and learned a nice bit :)
I enjoyed the series. There is certainly more info for you to add as time goes on and you find ways to refine it. Certainly a wealth of knowledge nonetheless.
Happiest of Birthdays (a little early) I just picked up my new Himalayan a couple days ago and planning my first (big-ish) trip in june from Seattle to Moab and back. I've been glued to your channel and others for tips and tricks. Thank you for sharing and keep up the great video's. Ride safe!! 👍👍👍😎🤘
@@AstheMagpieFlies Ha! Can do. Actually in the Portland area about 4 days thru the work week. But for work and in my peterbilt. Not as much fun as on a bike but sometimes ya gotta pay for fun 😎
well my dear the happiest of birthdays to you! set a date and stick to it... [sighs] i was packed to go to nc for the winter on the bike and then went in the first floor of my house to reset the thermostat and found a disaster; squirrels are the culprit i think. i've waited so long to go... my heart is broken. and here i thought only men could do that. well they didn't kill me and i suppose this won't either. SO i get to figure out how the little bastards got in and deal with it. the rest will sort itself out, right? love, hugs, every joy and happiness to you. like the old song says, 'you are my sunshine; you give me hope when skies are gray.' u remain an inspiration as always. i hope u have a most wonderful birthday!
@@AstheMagpieFlies my daughter knows someone who'll come look at the house. if they can block any holes they find and set traps inside the house, all i have to do is rescue quilts for now. i'm still packed for the trip south.
Awesome series and REALLY wish I would have found it prior to my UK/Scotland moto trip last year...Doh! BTW, in one of these I saw a tube/canister storage on your bike and was wondering where you got it? Keep up the winderful vlogs!😊
Yes! Sat Communicators are vital pieces of kit when you spend lots of time out of service! I mentioned that a little in the Packing Episode I believe :P
Hi Amanda ! I always enjoy watching your videos - you're like a breath of fresh air. This series has been great. I'm sure I'll use many of the suggestions when I finally get to do a long trip. Cheers !
Happy Birthday! You inspire me every time I watch your videos. There informative, well done, and provide some laughter. I say YES YES YES on the Q&A. What are you doing now for "work?" #unt
Ooo! Excellent Question! I try to make sure at least one of my "shirts" I take is a button up so I can feign like it's a "nice" shirt lol In the winter I take a Pendelton Flannel that is WARM and also "nice", in the summer I have a lightweight and soft poly button up shirt (you'd probably recognize it if you saw it, it's a turquoise color.) Most of my Nylon pants are already pretty similar to slacks so I'm never worried about my pants not being presentable.
Happy Birthdaaay to you, Happy Birthdaaay to you, Happy Birtthhhdddaaayyy dear Amaaaannnndddaaaaaaaa. Happy Birthday to you!!! There, someone sang to you!
Forgot to ask...Q, If you were planing a trip of a LIFE time, where would it be? and why. Maybe another country or somewhere of interest to you. what is the first thing that come's in your mind :-) and are you saving for that trip Yet? :-)
lol I guess it 100% depends on how you feel about your job. Right now at least I work with some pretty pleasant people So I would vote working with them better than dealing with a broken bone or any injury in the woods XD
I definitely feel lonely, 💯. This video was pretty much all about that ( ua-cam.com/video/KSNysQzNvIo/v-deo.html ) , but I've never turned around and gone home because of it. I always push through, because most of the time I only get that eave of loneliness when I stop for the night, so I'll wallow in it for a little while then make myself go to bed, get up in the morning get on the bike and then I'm quickly distracted again by the road.
Make sure you check the description for links to ALL the resources I talked about in this series, thank you as always to everyone who has watched this series beginning to end!
ALSO it's my Birthday Saturday! (11/16) Sooooo ya know if you wanna get me a birthday present I won't say no lol, I made a list for your convenience :P www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/7CHTD5SHNZYV?ref_=wl_share
Or if you prefer to buy me a coffee: ko-fi.com/M4M7KPC7
Happy birthday 🎉🎂 ✋
Thanks David!
I like when you tell all the people they're beautiful. I come here for the self-esteem boost and the good content!
lol oh good! Glad it's rubbing off on someone :P
Happy birthday... your spirit is truly inspirational
Thanks so much J Morein!! :D
High five back at ya, young lady. Thanks again for your generous sharings. I've mentioned this before, but per chance some of your viewers missed it: truck stops are your friend. Many of them have laundry and shower facilities. And this app can tell you where the nearest ones are: truckerpath.com/trucker-path-app/truck-stops-near-me/ . Happy trails, Amanda!
Thanks :D and Thank you for always sharing excellent resources in the comments so everyone can see them!
"it's fine, it's fine," of course it is, better than being at work. Wait. This IS your work, lol. Q&A is always a cool way to gain personal insights, go for it. One more thing, a common saying in the military, "No plan ever survives contact with the enemy." Like you said, remain flexible, bc there are many "enemies" on a moto trip. Nice wrap up to a great series, thanks. Happy Birthday!
lol well it's PART of my work :P I also make art for people, and I also have a day job as a cashier now (I don't work at the Motorcycle Dealership anymore so I don't get paid hourly to take people on day trips on the weekends lol)
Excellent saying!
Amanda, i know u probably hear this a LOT, but u r AWESOME! Your passion, transparency, experience, and general outlook r extremely inspiring. I can't get enough of your videos! My son is contemplating a massive trip to Denali next year and this series is absolutely perfect. There's always the things u know, or think u do about an undertaking like this, but it's the things that linger in the periphery that haunt u (e.g. border crossings). This series has certainly brought a LOT of those things to light and will help my son, and maybe me :D, have a great, positive adventure. Thanks again SO much for all u do for the community!
😍 thank you so so much, I'm glad I could provide a resource in the planning stages of such an awesome trip! I hope it goes off without a hitch!
All great advice. "Things will change" and "Just go!" YES!
Thanks so much :D
The wrong companions can ruin a trip faster than anything! Learned this the hard way, but all your tips are great, ride safe ride far,Rand
For real!!
Thanks Rand :)
Yes to all, especially be flexible and go! Even in the rain, I reminded myself, I'm on vacation getting paid. Thanks!
Thanks Steve!
Flexibility is everything on my trips. I schedule my hotels about 250 miles apart because I usually find cool stuff to visit in between. I end up riding around 300 miles per day and spending about 10 hours . Thats how it works in Michigan.
Exactly! Thanks Roadaxe!
It's good to know what your personal mileage is! It keeps you from over-planning and ending up "behind schedule"
Happy b---day, Cub! Great tips like usual. The best tip I ever heard if you are doing a destination ride, i.e. rally etc, is in reference to clothing. If going to a set destination, like Sturgis Rally, Only pack a couple extra changes of clothing. Once at your camp site you can, and probably will, buy some cheap rally t-shirts, etc. Hit Wally World or other big box type store for pants etc. At the end of the rally, prior to load out, box up your extra items and drop them off at UPS to ship home. This is all a lot cheaper and more fun than trailering the bike behind a 3 axle motor home. In my opinion. :-)
Thanks so much Zurnie!
That is an interesting tactic... I think I'll stick to my style of packing lol It is true though that we all inevitably bring back some kind of souvenir from rallies so it's good to leave room in the bags for unplanned purchases!
Really interesting video series Amanda, thank you for putting it together. damn, that dam is pretty huge. Q&A's are always good! :-)
Thanks so much 😊
😂
Definitely better than being at work!! Lol. Excellent advice! New EVO is awesome!
Thanks :D I'm pretty excited about the EVO! Still figuring it out XD
Thanks for sharing and helping the moto community out!
Thanks Piston Slap :3
What a great little series of videos. Thank you x
Happy Birthday Amanda ! I hope it will be a very special day for you. Take care
Thanks David 😊
Nice one Amanda, now all the planning is done. Where are you off to? Yes to a Q&A!
Happy Birthday by the way!
Thanks Moto Dans! :D
Well I'm restricted to Oregon for the next few months since my financial situation is still trying to recover from the unexpected Clutch replacement that happened on the CABDR! I know seems like I should have paid that off by now, but I did a lot more trips this year than I had planned. *shrug* such is life!
There is no current plans for a big spring/winter trip like I've been able to do the last two years (then again those trips were funded by a very well paying job, and that has changed quite a bit.) Rest Assured, once I have plans in movement you all will know about it! (Or at least a little bit after my Patrons do! lol)
It was a great idea for a series, a very useful resource for the future. I like riding in the dark and why not another Q&A!
Thanks Tony! :D
My biggest problem with riding in the dark is that temp drops a good 5-10 degrees and when it's only 58 when the sun is out.... ya know lol It gets uncomfortable with wind chill!
High-Five! The Sena footage looks pretty clean, ugghh it sucks that its getting so cold this year...last year I had no problem motocamping in the cold.
Thanks MotoRickyRicardo! I'm super stoked about the new Sena! Stoked to see how I can integrate my new helmet audio function in future travel vlogs! XD
The cold has def swooshed right in SO quickly this year! Normally I can make it to the end of November no problem but that cold snap is kicking my a$$!
LOL high five! 🖐Cool fish and the damn was sooo amazing. Happy birthday, one week and many years after me! Hope you have a great birthday!!!!!!
Thanks so much 😊
Great series Amanda👍.
Was that Multnomah Falls near the end? Gotta work on #8 myself 🤭 and hell yeah to the Q&A!!
around 5:30 you can see Horsetail Falls :P
Sounds like some hard earned wisdom! Thanks for sharing all of this great info in your series :)
XD You could say that! Thanks Thomas!
Absolutely enjoyed it!!
Thanks so much!
Love the video and series. Q&A is a great idea. How do you survive the winter? I’m already feeling the annual onset of cabin fever. I can’t even pretend it is summer anymore.
Thanks so much Robin!!
lol the winter is always a struggle! I spend most of it planning routes I can take and completely ignore all of that hard work route planning once the summer comes around again. Also it helps that I also draw, so it's not too terrible to be stuck inside.
Nice video, I also love that background of the lake and the mountains. That place looks beautiful. (Great video quality, audio, and editing) Keep up the great work.
Thanks Raffi! :3
The way you said windshields are amazing was hilarious. Just enough pause 😂 I agree I throw a windscreen onto my magna for long distance! Hate the look but so functional :) I also over pack clothes cus I'm a stoopid head. I'm getting better! Great video and series. Really enjoyed it and learned a nice bit :)
lol Thank you! I'm glad someone enjoyed my silliness :P
Happy birthday Amanda ! Hoping for you many wonderful adventures though the coming year. Also, I really appreciate your inspiring videos.
Thanks so much!
I enjoyed the series. There is certainly more info for you to add as time goes on and you find ways to refine it. Certainly a wealth of knowledge nonetheless.
Thanks so much! :D
Great series, all the tips are great. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks so much :D
Another info packed video. Thanks for sharing your experiences. Btw... I've missed your free spirited dance. Safe travels my friend.
Thanks Pierre! lol It's hard to dance when it's COLD
@@AstheMagpieFlies haha... I understand. It's part of your identity though. Continued safe travels.
All great tips 👍Great video, my friend, wishing you a great weekend!😁✌(yes, the Q&A's are fun, do another soon 😊)
Thanks friend :3
Happiest of Birthdays (a little early) I just picked up my new Himalayan a couple days ago and planning my first (big-ish) trip in june from Seattle to Moab and back. I've been glued to your channel and others for tips and tricks. Thank you for sharing and keep up the great video's. Ride safe!! 👍👍👍😎🤘
Thanks so much Steve :D
Wooo! That's so Exciting!! Let me know if/when you roll through Portland! (dm me over on instagram @blindthistle )
@@AstheMagpieFlies Ha! Can do. Actually in the Portland area about 4 days thru the work week. But for work and in my peterbilt. Not as much fun as on a bike but sometimes ya gotta pay for fun 😎
Happy Birthday, Amanda! Keep up the good work.
Thanks Michael! :D
Good end to the series! Q&A it up👍
Thanks Seth!
Happy early birthday Amanda!!!. another informative vid. always up for a Q&A
Thanks David!! :D
Scorpio woman. That explains a lot ;-D
🤣 I get that a lot 🤣
I’ve been married to a Scorpio for 34 years lol
well my dear the happiest of birthdays to you! set a date and stick to it... [sighs] i was packed to go to nc for the winter on the bike and then went in the first floor of my house to reset the thermostat and found a disaster; squirrels are the culprit i think. i've waited so long to go... my heart is broken. and here i thought only men could do that. well they didn't kill me and i suppose this won't either. SO i get to figure out how the little bastards got in and deal with it. the rest will sort itself out, right? love, hugs, every joy and happiness to you. like the old song says, 'you are my sunshine; you give me hope when skies are gray.' u remain an inspiration as always. i hope u have a most wonderful birthday!
Thank you Rosemary!! :3
Oh Wow!! Ya I would 100% say that kind of situation calls for a delay in plans!
@@AstheMagpieFlies my daughter knows someone who'll come look at the house. if they can block any holes they find and set traps inside the house, all i have to do is rescue quilts for now. i'm still packed for the trip south.
Hello from Kenya!your videos are very educative,keep on sharing !
AW That's so cool! Thanks so much!
Awesome series and REALLY wish I would have found it prior to my UK/Scotland moto trip last year...Doh!
BTW, in one of these I saw a tube/canister storage on your bike and was wondering where you got it? Keep up the winderful vlogs!😊
Hey! It's a Tractor Manual Tube I got from a Tractor Supply website!
YES to everything you said. great advice. also, happy birthday; mine's a few days later...
:D Thanks Ye Wilde Ryder!
Wooo Fellow Scorpio!!
Good video as always . Happy birthday
Thanks so much Ron!
Along with letting people know where you are, I use a Spot Gen 3 tracker.
Yes! Sat Communicators are vital pieces of kit when you spend lots of time out of service! I mentioned that a little in the Packing Episode I believe :P
Happy early Birthday! 🎂🎈🍻
Hope you have an absolute amazing weekend!!!
Thanks Travis!!
Also yes to a Q&A :)
;)
Hi Amanda !
I always enjoy watching your videos - you're like a breath of fresh air. This series has been great. I'm sure I'll use many of the suggestions when I finally get to do a long trip.
Cheers !
Thank you so so much Thomas! That means a lot to me!
very useful tips.
Another great video thanks for sharing
Thanks Jim!!
Ooo, happy birthday too! :-)
Lol thank you!
Hi there :-) HAPPY BIRTHDAY :-) you should have a delivery Tuesday :-)
Thanks ;)
VERY Excited for Tuesday :D
@@AstheMagpieFlies Did you get parcel,do hope so. first time i have sent anything on here :-)
Yes I did!!! Thank you so so much ❤️
Happy Birthday! A big high five from a 6'5" guy (you may need a step stool) 😊
Thank you!! :3
Happy B’day mate lovin you and your channel, from down under 😘
Thanks so much Bruce! :D
Great series.
Thanks so so much!
Happy Birthday! You inspire me every time I watch your videos. There informative, well done, and provide some laughter. I say YES YES YES on the Q&A. What are you doing now for "work?" #unt
Thanks Nick!! That really does mean a lot to me :3
I'm actually a cashier at a local REI now.
Thx to you for the heartfelt inspiration.
:3 Thank you Jim!
I think I blacked out when you did the high five.
XD Oh No Jeff! I guess I'll have to keep an eye on that, don't know my own strength :P
It's going to be endless summer.
Happy Impending Belly-Lint Day! (aka escape from the womb day). Q&A would be great.
I love it XD Thank you Ratkity!
Do you pack a "nice" outfit in case someone takes you out to a restaurant or something? And yes on the Q&A!
Ooo! Excellent Question! I try to make sure at least one of my "shirts" I take is a button up so I can feign like it's a "nice" shirt lol In the winter I take a Pendelton Flannel that is WARM and also "nice", in the summer I have a lightweight and soft poly button up shirt (you'd probably recognize it if you saw it, it's a turquoise color.)
Most of my Nylon pants are already pretty similar to slacks so I'm never worried about my pants not being presentable.
Those darn description comments, eh? lol
High five, Amanda. :)
YES, jeez doesn't everyone call the comments the description? :P
Happy Birthdaaay to you, Happy Birthdaaay to you, Happy Birtthhhdddaaayyy dear Amaaaannnndddaaaaaaaa. Happy Birthday to you!!! There, someone sang to you!
Thanks BradB! :D
Forgot to ask...Q, If you were planing a trip of a LIFE time, where would it be? and why. Maybe another country or somewhere of interest to you. what is the first thing that come's in your mind :-) and are you saving for that trip Yet? :-)
YES! Thanks so much! I'll add this to the list!
Although spoilers to your question is in the last Q&A I did ;) ua-cam.com/video/Dsv2DNYpA70/v-deo.html
so my loved ones can track my movement or i can get emergency services if i need em
yep
"Better than being at work at least 90 percent of the time". I say 99.99999999999999999999999 percent. But that's just me I guess. Lol
lol I guess it 100% depends on how you feel about your job. Right now at least I work with some pretty pleasant people So I would vote working with them better than dealing with a broken bone or any injury in the woods XD
@@AstheMagpieFlies Yeah... You got a point there.
Do you ever feel lonely and turn around and go back home
I definitely feel lonely, 💯. This video was pretty much all about that ( ua-cam.com/video/KSNysQzNvIo/v-deo.html ) , but I've never turned around and gone home because of it. I always push through, because most of the time I only get that eave of loneliness when I stop for the night, so I'll wallow in it for a little while then make myself go to bed, get up in the morning get on the bike and then I'm quickly distracted again by the road.
As the Magpie Flies .you’re truly inspirational ,this summer I’m going on a bike trip alone ,wow i’m already getting nervous
That's so exciting! 👏 You're going to have a blast! Make sure you take lots of pictures!
👍👍👍🏍🏍🏍😊😊😊
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I think first thing on the list is Money if you have them rest of the list is easy.
Money is pretty important, but so are all the other aspects of travel.