The Isle of Skye, and the Rain Begins | The Scottish Road Trip

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  • @simon1066
    @simon1066 Рік тому +2

    Even in the rain Scotland is beautiful.

  • @SQTierHog
    @SQTierHog Рік тому +62

    At 5.30, the gentleman that crashed, your concern that he's not only physically okay, that 'psychologically' he's able to continue on...❤

  • @reinmansmith
    @reinmansmith Рік тому +26

    The West Coast of Scotland is the most beautiful place come rain or shine….. your filming captures it perfectly 😊

  • @mikerider58
    @mikerider58 Рік тому +7

    Absolutely beautiful, it's exactly the same in Ireland, the sun comes out for a week or two then Rain, Rain and more Rain 🌧

  • @Dombennezon
    @Dombennezon Рік тому +27

    Such a shame it wasn’t a week earlier. It’s been stunning for weeks in Scotland. When you said you were coming to Scotland I was hoping it would last. Such a shame you didn’t get it see it in the full sun. Hope you enjoyed either way. 👍 thanks for coming.

  • @georgetbernard8673
    @georgetbernard8673 Рік тому

    Au début du crachin , on y voit rien ! Et puis après quelques ferrys , le temps s'éclaircit ! Et bim , une claque dans la rétine ! Joli le pays du whisky ! Merci Freddie !

  • @godewyn
    @godewyn Рік тому +3

    Enjoying seeing these riding journeys, and excellent selection of music

  • @SQTierHog
    @SQTierHog Рік тому +7

    Just finished a long day of gardening, just ate, just got this notification!
    Here we go, day 2!
    Thank you Freddie and your amazing gal, Monika.

  • @donsarrica3163
    @donsarrica3163 Рік тому +2

    I have been watching your videos for close to 2 yrs now. This is by far the best you have done so far!! BEAUTIFUL!

  • @jamesdspaderf2883
    @jamesdspaderf2883 Рік тому +7

    Amazing production. I wrap my head around the logistics of filming, by yourself, while riding.... insane! I recently tried my hand on a 15 second video. And that took over 2 hours to complete from start to finish. Much respect!

  • @volt8684
    @volt8684 Рік тому +7

    I did a 5000 mile tour of Europe in 2005 and had that much rain I couldn’t believe it especially in the mountains. What it did was to make me a much more confident rain rider. I actually really enjoyed it and was able to lean like I did in the dry with complete confidence. Something I have lost again. I actually quite like the rain and being at one with the elements. Beautiful thankyu

  • @paulmenard7936
    @paulmenard7936 Рік тому +3

    Thank you Freddie from Seattle. So beautiful. Isle of Skye by bike is now on my bucket list!

  • @biker_dale
    @biker_dale Рік тому +3

    What's Scotland without a bit of rain, it just adds to the beauty and without it Scotland wouldn't be as green. I do love the roads in Scotland and your vidoe shows them off beautifully. Hope the American is OK 👍

  • @MillieonaVespa
    @MillieonaVespa Рік тому +1

    The early bird catches the worm …good morning all on this cloudy Sunday morning !❤

    • @FreddieDobbs
      @FreddieDobbs  Рік тому +1

      Good morning Millie🙂 It’s glorious blue sky in Ipswich so I’ll send some your way☀️

  • @skynyrdd1
    @skynyrdd1 Рік тому +8

    I hope the American rider is okay and makes a speedy recovery. So glad the weather brightened up, Skye is beautiful as is the whole of the west coast, I see this kind of scenery daily as I live on Isle of Lewis. It’s a little piece of paradise, really enjoying your vlogs and your way with words is poetic….and yes we Scot’s have a great sense of humour but dry unlike the weather the majority of the time. Safe travels.

  • @Planet_Wax
    @Planet_Wax Рік тому +1

    Ahhh, The Cowshed Boutique Hostel in Uig, Skye. My happy place. A great place to stay and a lovely common room/ lounge area. I regularly ride there from Glasgow for a night and ride back the next day. Dinner and a few beers at The Ferry Inn just down the road, perfection.

  • @philipphan1320
    @philipphan1320 Рік тому +12

    This is what adventure is all about, the highs and the lows and making the best out of it all! Brilliant video!

  • @BrokenHill56
    @BrokenHill56 Рік тому +2

    Beautiful countryside. Britain is so beautiful. From Cornwall to the Scottish Highlands.

  • @hughphillips1427
    @hughphillips1427 Рік тому +3

    What amazing country side, hope the man who crashed his bike is ok. Thanks for the great video.

  • @rorymcfeely2257
    @rorymcfeely2257 Рік тому +6

    Freddie I lived in Scotland last year, and am moving back again in September to start a PhD. These videos have been reminding me of how absolutely amazing this country is, and how excited I am to get back over (even if the weather is temperamental to say the least). Keep up the incredible work. Amazing to see how much your channel is growing. Absolutely deserved.

  • @fullstarlaming7937
    @fullstarlaming7937 Рік тому +2

    Man,Scotland looks like a paradise...

  • @robjones2852
    @robjones2852 Рік тому

    What a sublime video!
    It sort of makes our planned-for lives in 15 minutes cities appear a tad----limitting.
    Surely, for the human spirit to thrive, the road ahead must hold the promise of vast expanses, and of unexpected twists and turns;
    and we, to be truly alive, must be free to explore it in whatever direction we please.

  • @michaelhutton3642
    @michaelhutton3642 Рік тому

    Well that's Scotland for you. When its damp, it's very wet. When its beautiful, its absolutely stunning.

  • @stefter4549
    @stefter4549 Рік тому +1

    Hello Freddie, can't get enough of Your content! Besides the very well made videos and Your comments, the selection of music always fits to the lovely pictures You provide. Thanks a lot and best regards! 😁

  • @brettroman3218
    @brettroman3218 Рік тому +1

    Excellent Freddie! Very well made video..

  • @ericlips2420
    @ericlips2420 Рік тому +2

    Great filming, editing & sound. Scottish tourist board should be happy. 😊 Scotland is def on my list as a reason to cross the North Sea. Keep it coming. Most enjoyable.

  • @johnandrew1680
    @johnandrew1680 Рік тому

    Thank you for taking us all with you 😊

  • @S90Edg
    @S90Edg Рік тому +6

    This is gna be lovely for the riders in your group to look back on. Good job Freddie. ✌️❤️

  • @85PLD
    @85PLD Рік тому +5

    No better way to start a Sunday. Despite the weather it looks stunning, hope you continue to have a fantastic trip. All the best.

  • @dgbourdon1325
    @dgbourdon1325 Рік тому +1

    I am living vicariously through you Mr Dobbs! Love it....thank you matey!

  • @H00ndagirl
    @H00ndagirl Рік тому +3

    What a beautiful part of the world. Thanks for all your work, catching up, racing ahead to take us along. Beautiful video.

  • @tuepecto
    @tuepecto Рік тому +1

    Thanks to Freddie, can't stop reminiscing about my time in Scotland. Beautiful Biking experience video.

  • @lynnbroadhurst4807
    @lynnbroadhurst4807 Рік тому +8

    Love the video and music. Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 is stunning! 😊

  • @magnusulfsrd7194
    @magnusulfsrd7194 Рік тому

    I wish one day i can take that trip, just beautiful , and the roads👌

  • @stevesanelli90
    @stevesanelli90 Рік тому +3

    Ohh Freddie, what an incredible country & countryside! Absolutely stunning ⭐️ An epic journey with the trusty Royal Enfield! If you don’t buy one now after this adventure, you never will😉 Can’t wait for your continuation & being super cool🤙

  • @nickmowat4065
    @nickmowat4065 Рік тому +2

    Freddy, being an expat Scot in the US for 14yrs seeing this plucked at the heartstrings and gave me a yearning for ‘home’! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Wonderful video as always and hope all is well.

  • @robertbelasco3859
    @robertbelasco3859 Рік тому +1

    Great photography-really captures the mood and personality of Scotland in addition to the beauty.

  • @glasgowharleyrider
    @glasgowharleyrider Рік тому +1

    Great insight into the routes and unique experiences our lovely country up here has to offer Frederick. ! Great stuff . 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿👍

  • @tisgautzo
    @tisgautzo Рік тому +3

    I really enjoyed watching this vid. Beautiful Scottish scenery, well done Freddie 👍🏽👌🏽✊🏽🙌🏽

  • @sofasogoodtube
    @sofasogoodtube Рік тому +1

    Great Shots Freddie ...took us right there..Fantastic country to ride in ..mystically alluring ..soul refreshing . Thank you 🙏🏽 🙌🏽

  • @ChrisKonings
    @ChrisKonings Рік тому +1

    Wow what a trip - Scotland looks amazing, sad about the crash but overall amazing day - gotta love those twisty roads though - amazing set up, the really have the daily planning down now!

  • @open_water2411
    @open_water2411 Рік тому +5

    Stunning scenery. You just missed the heatwave by a week but it’s impossible to predict here. 😂

  • @paulcooke2648
    @paulcooke2648 Рік тому +1

    Having Breakfast.. Enjoying the adventure... Cheers Freddie 👍

  • @1990-t1j
    @1990-t1j Рік тому

    I intend to tour Scotland after I move back to Yorkshire from Portugal for each summer. You've got to be prepared for rain, but it's such a stunning place. I last did this area with my parents as a 13-year-old. 7:01 small ferries like this, love them. 1990 [Nick J]

  • @88davidw
    @88davidw Рік тому

    The highlands are so beautiful. I went in a campervan back in 2021. I miss it!

  • @SQTierHog
    @SQTierHog Рік тому +1

    Skye, where my blood is from! Macleod of Harris, proper.
    I get to visit through you, Freddie and Monika!

  • @andyb3331
    @andyb3331 Рік тому +3

    What an absolute bonus for everyone on that trip Freddy - a complete video diary of their adventure 👌We`re planning a run up there in September - weather permitting!

  • @bencmaster
    @bencmaster Рік тому

    Freddie, that was good. Scotland doing what it does best, as well. Some fab shots.

  • @JLOSTAFF1
    @JLOSTAFF1 Рік тому

    Scenery more stunning than Sahara in my opinion.
    Beautiful! 😍

  • @Munter1
    @Munter1 Рік тому +4

    Another awesome video Freddy, the weather is just what you’d expect being Scotland but what scenery well worth a soaking. Your filming is as usual is very good.
    The whole trip seems very well organised, it will be interesting to find out the cost at the end.
    Keep the black side down Freddy and l’ll be watching out for any duck feet!

  • @italianstallion701
    @italianstallion701 Рік тому

    Absolutely stunning place.

  • @erikleeblake
    @erikleeblake Рік тому

    Figured I'd recognize the landscape from our Scotland trip a few years back. Didn't expect to see very same Isle of Skye Cowshed we stayed in. If only I'd had my motorcycle.

  • @markcockram6254
    @markcockram6254 Рік тому +1

    I'm just so in awe of your journeys Freddie. Stay safe mate.

  • @md2528
    @md2528 Рік тому

    Glad the sun came out. It wouldn’t be 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 without some rain 😂 spot on though, the west coast is amazing 👍😎

  • @indy-biker-stevie
    @indy-biker-stevie Рік тому +2

    Freddie, to be fair, that Scots guy you were talking to was rather polite 😁

  • @delmonti
    @delmonti Рік тому +1

    Wonderful bit of videography along with the perfect music choice. Well done Sir!

  • @rugblack
    @rugblack Рік тому

    I just stumbled across this, what a fantastic video! Now subscribed, and I'm excited to watch the rest of them. Thank you!

  • @petewarby7158
    @petewarby7158 Рік тому +1

    Lovely video, thank you. You do look happy and seem to be really enjoying it, good on you :)
    Hope the yank recovers from his spill...

  • @guzz1jon
    @guzz1jon Рік тому +2

    Oh that was fantastic. Definitely worth a second watch (or more). You've also done your bit for scottish tourism; I want go there now! The steam locomotive was a nice bonus too. I hope the casualty was o.k.

  • @DeutscheCarFan
    @DeutscheCarFan Рік тому

    it's so cool places to ride))) you are the lucky man to live near this beauties

  • @The_Scottish_Biker
    @The_Scottish_Biker Рік тому

    Nice to see you in my neck of the woods. The run round the lochs to Inveraray is a popular 'chippy' run for us West Coasters :)

  • @kaizen2049
    @kaizen2049 Рік тому +3

    It looks so cozy & relaxed riding by those beautiful winding roads.....peace ✌

  • @KyloNight
    @KyloNight Рік тому +3

    Another great vid! So close to the Isle of Harris! Hope you make it across some day. We have an annual charity bike rally up in the Isle of Lewis and Harris called the Midge Biter Rally (usually mid June) and we have around 120 bikes from as far as Germany come over for it. Stornoway is closed for the bikes to do a Police Escorted lap of the town and then we ride out to a cafe on the other end of the islands for refreshments and then ride back to Stornoway, and it’s finished off with a night of live music and drinks. It’s a lottery on the weather but that’s part of the fun and we got lucky this year, and a great weekend is always had by all! Midges here are bad but the Skye midges are ferocious! Enjoy your trip! Maybe see you at the Midge Biter Rally some time!

    • @FreddieDobbs
      @FreddieDobbs  Рік тому +1

      I’ve just saved your comment, Kyle. This sounds incredible!!🙂

  • @ianrobertson9968
    @ianrobertson9968 Рік тому +1

    Very enjoyable video ,thanks. Pity you caught the rain as June was a good month weather wise up here, but is does magnify the wonderfull fresh scents of the land and trees as you ride along as compensation.

  • @marchettejw
    @marchettejw Рік тому

    As I watch your video, I see the orange interceptor in that beautiful windy countryside with narrow roads. I think to myself what a contrast with mine here in Northern Utah. 4600ft in elevation, high mountain tops, dry desert and massive 5-7 lane 70mph highways. It's like that interceptor is at home in both places. I'm glad this is the bike I chose.

  • @Fiatmannen1
    @Fiatmannen1 Рік тому +1

    Stunning scenery

  • @Shinysideup
    @Shinysideup Рік тому

    Rain or shine Scotland is beautiful. I must do this trip.

  • @30smsuperstrat
    @30smsuperstrat Рік тому

    Wow, breathtaking, Freddie!

  • @Lyingleyen
    @Lyingleyen Рік тому

    Great Video Freddie. Nice to see the West Coast of Scotland doesn't share England's post-Sixties blight.

  • @jerhughes500
    @jerhughes500 Рік тому +4

    “He impales himself on the mirror” 😱, said so causally! 😂 I hope he gets to enjoy the rest of the trip. KSU is used in Canada too. 🇨🇦👍

    • @ed.barker7069
      @ed.barker7069 Рік тому +4

      He's now an Amirrorcan.😊

    • @lordgibbness
      @lordgibbness Рік тому +1

      Americans don't do corners, but when they do...

  • @caseyclifford8536
    @caseyclifford8536 Рік тому

    Absolutely beautiful. Thank you. The scenery reminds me of the Ring of Kerry in Ireland. Seeing the different types of bikes all touring and having fun proves you don't need a BMW GS to tour. Great video!

  • @stuartmansell6675
    @stuartmansell6675 Рік тому +1

    Great trip Freddie,Skye is a magic island.

  • @doulos77
    @doulos77 Рік тому

    One of your best yet! The views were absolutely breathtaking.
    Update us on the injured rider please!

  • @Bikerdad_85
    @Bikerdad_85 Рік тому +1

    Fantastic video as usual 👍 Thank you.

  • @ScottNelson-nk4sx
    @ScottNelson-nk4sx 8 місяців тому

    What a beautiful part of the world.

  • @sayerro
    @sayerro Рік тому

    Stunning views!

  • @yourplumbingpal1225
    @yourplumbingpal1225 Рік тому +1

    Brilliant Freddie

  • @mjotd8670
    @mjotd8670 Рік тому

    Great way to start a Sunday! makes for a nice chill start watching this..Cheers

  • @smallam49
    @smallam49 Рік тому

    We did the trip in 1985 in our campervan...Skye.....they have replaced the grass down the middle of the road with double white lines !!!...

  • @Ormsmoto
    @Ormsmoto Рік тому +1

    Stunning views Freddie - you can't count on the weather! - but thanks for sharing - looks awesome up there 👍

  • @gsx1250fast
    @gsx1250fast Рік тому

    Beautiful filming, cinematic quality, thanks 😁🖐🖐

  • @KimmoJaskari
    @KimmoJaskari Рік тому +2

    Been looking forward to this video, and presumably some more after this. Scotland is one of those places I would love to ride. Remembering to stay on the wrong side of the road all the time would be a challenge, though. 😂 I did ride a week in Norway the other year; I was damned pleased to have solid rain gear. Staying dry even in an 8 hour Norwegian downpour makes the riding still enjoyable, not a horrible slog trying to get to a hotel. They do make one-piece rain suits you can just pull over your gear...

    • @FreddieDobbs
      @FreddieDobbs  Рік тому

      Interestingly over half of the group had one piece rain suits. I think I’ll buy one too- they were the most effective for total rain protection👌🏻

  • @nigelmorley5099
    @nigelmorley5099 Рік тому +1

    Great video, Freddie. As always 😎👍

  • @JohnSmith-xw5qe
    @JohnSmith-xw5qe Рік тому

    Beautiful countryside love Scotland rain or shine! Am definitely gonna do a bike explore up there soon,Thos ‘Glamping’ Huts are terrific stayed in one in Cornwall in March & the weather was Perfect! Thanks for the great video Freddie & I do hope the American Guy is ok👍🏻😎

  • @joshuajames1720
    @joshuajames1720 Рік тому

    Brilliant, thanks for sharing 🙏

  • @twowheelsoneleg5672
    @twowheelsoneleg5672 Рік тому +2

    Seems like a well organised, abeit quite expensive, trip but doesn't have the spirit of a "Freddie" trip to me. I've grown to love his "take it as it comes" "Lets see what happens" style of bike trips this was a little too "package tour" for me

  • @allanpeterson3358
    @allanpeterson3358 Рік тому +1

    Another great video Freddie! Keep up the good work! 😊😊

  • @garryclarke-kray4071
    @garryclarke-kray4071 Рік тому

    Lovely video Freddie. I hope the guy that crashed recovered , great scenery.

  • @mauricejohnston8454
    @mauricejohnston8454 Рік тому

    Thank you for sharing our beautiful country. I'm so lucky to have that on my doorstep.. the fishing boat(vital spark) is famous in Scotland,, BBC television.. midges were they an issue

  • @johnk7814
    @johnk7814 Рік тому

    Outstanding seenery and what a place to ride Freddie so jealous ....🙃

  • @robertdaley1194
    @robertdaley1194 Рік тому

    Brill footage and vistas.

  • @matt_adelaide
    @matt_adelaide Рік тому

    Loved the video, music and scenery. Top stuff!

  • @110adventures7
    @110adventures7 Рік тому

    As usual Freddie brilliant video.
    I have done the West Coast a couple of times on the bike, just fabulous roads and scenery, and the islands, Mull, Skye, Lewis, Harris and the Uists just breathtaking, not jealous at all.
    Well, maybe a little bit.

  • @AussieColonel
    @AussieColonel Рік тому +1

    Stunning stuff ,thanks for sharing

  • @teneretraveller8980
    @teneretraveller8980 Рік тому +3

    Without doubt, one of the finest places to ride a motorcycle.
    Glorious.
    What did the Americans think?
    Safe, happy travels 👍

    • @FreddieDobbs
      @FreddieDobbs  Рік тому +3

      They all loved it. I discovered Scotland is hugely popular with Americans- there were so many of them in Scotland travelling around🇺🇸🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

    • @georgeharsin6292
      @georgeharsin6292 Рік тому +1

      This American visited Scotland last year and can't wait to go back next year. Just a beautiful country with friendly people.

    • @teneretraveller8980
      @teneretraveller8980 Рік тому

      @@georgeharsin6292 Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @VickyDemonChild666
    @VickyDemonChild666 Рік тому +1

    What an amazing place.. a beautiful episode.... Sharing this video with all my friends ... So good camera work and edit . I thought Moroccan trip was the best but no, you don't disappoint us. Love from India 🇮🇳🙏🇮🇳

  • @BlakesPipes
    @BlakesPipes Рік тому

    Those small semi Circular huts are wonderful. Wish more places had them here.

  • @davidmacdonald7841
    @davidmacdonald7841 Рік тому

    Amazing, Freddie, I am from the Isle of Lewis (Stornaway) originally but now live in Fife. Hopefully you are going over to Lewis and Harris, think you would love it. Enjoy the rest of your trip. David 👍

  • @JyotiPrakashMishracksha
    @JyotiPrakashMishracksha Рік тому

    wish I could double like the video. Great to know you Mr. Dobbs

  • @smudger831
    @smudger831 Рік тому

    As others have said, just a shame you weren't a week or two earlier. Still, when it's chucking it down it keeps the midges away!
    Hopefully see you back up here again.