RIDING THE OZARKS! - Blown Away! -
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- Опубліковано 11 вер 2024
- When it comes to great motorcycle touring destinations, few compare to the stunning scenery and endless number of twisty roads then the Ozark Mountains of Arkansas. The Ozarks truly have some of the best motorcycle roads around!In this episode we ride on roads called Jasper Disaster - 60 miles with 316 curves and Peel Ferry Run - 113 miles with 378 curves - complete with a ferry crossing.
All we can say is "WOW"!!
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Being an RVr and Goldwing Ryder with two campers I wanted to offer two notes to help you out. Most fridge doors have an additional latch button behind the regular opener handle, of you have them also they slide/click outward to better secure the door(s). Also. Not sure you retract your awning before depart the trailer but most will advise you do; wind is your awnings enemy and every season campers ruin or lose their awning while away from camp.
The sound of the rain on a tin roof can put me to sleep, everytime. Awesome base camp. Great adventures...
I am SO impressed with you two!! You always keep a positive attitude and you adapt to make your life better. Buying the truck to haul the bikes is brilliant. Also purchasing a trailer was a fantastic idea. Ride safe and continue with the excellent content!!!
Nothing a couple 100k can’t fix.
In addition to the website you mentioned, the Butler Ozarks map can't be beat. Made of indestructible material, it highlights sites and the best riding roads. My best gal and I did a 2k mi loop through MO, AR, and the Eastern edge of OK last Oct. It was amazing - we had a blast and stayed at small cozy motels (we're not rv'ers). Almost as amazing as WV and SW VA. You can't beat a big-trailie for this kind of riding (Super Tenere and a F650 GS twin). We started / ended in IL. We normally ride our whole trip. This time we trailered from our home in VA to not far from St Louis arriving refreshed and not exhausted for the core of our ride. We're in our 60's (riding since our 20's) but as we age get saddle sore easier before the end of the day - no more 350 mi days for us. We're going to do this way more often.
Yes we can understand. that's the reason for this base camp is not be exhausted
Looks like a fun trip, we were there a couple months after you.
We saw a TON of elk roaming the pastures.
My wife & I enjoy the heck out of your channel.
Be safe.
I absolutely love all the place y'all go and I love all the historical place you visit ❤ .... I know I couldn't do it but I so enjoy ever place you visit...I'm Glad to see y'all upgraded your living condition 👍👍👍😍
Thanks Patricia Cheers
I can’t help notice the gigantic smile on Rich’s face ever since you picked up your RV!!! Haha
Enjoy your channel, been watching from y’all start. I believe the move to your new accommodations have put bigger smiles on your faces. I’m planning on retirement and your new equipment has given me a good direction for my retirement. Keep smiling.
The Ozark’s are a favorite playground, was in that same region last October. Love how one can ride all day with very few people around. It’s stunning when colors change.
I remember front porch sittin included snapin bean or peelin potatoes with grandma. So sorta relaxin....
Yes spitin watermelon seeds
This new base camp is definitely the way to go, you've convinced me. Thanks for your posts and bringing this to light
Another great ride for you guys while we watch in cold Pennsylvania. 4 months until we go full time with our motorcycles and an RV! You're our inspiration! Brendan & Lena
Nice update. I'm changing up my travel method as well. Went from 2 wheels and cheap motels; now that I'm more um, mature I wanted a consistent place so I invested in a used motorhome and pulled the bike in a trailer. Did that for a few years but after a day of riding and wanting a quick meal getting back on the bike wasn't always fun, expecially in the rain. So I've gone to a toy hauler bumper pull trailer with a 1 ton pickup. Nice addition because when the weather isn't cooperating I can still go around and see some POI's, grocery runs, gas runs for the generator, etc. Enjoy the new year and the different travel method. I've hit the Ozarks one time so far, have family in Hot Springs to visit as well. Need to get back for more in that area.
do it the roads in Arkansas are awesome on a Bike.
We live in SW Missouri and get to play on these roads all the time. It was great to see you enjoying them.
Sorry the weather didn't cooperate and made you miss the others.
Keep up the awesome content and stay safe!
I've watched some of your videos. At 62, I decided to buy my first bike. Living in Memphis, I always thought I would wind up in the AR Ozarks, but I found a place in the Smokies. Keep it coming.
Welcome aboard!
How wonderful to be free to just go off to these fascinating and scenic places and have a bit more comfort now you have your camper. I’m envious!
Next you need to ride the Blue Ridge Parkway, it has some awesome views! Should be plenty of places to camp too!
Imagine the same three wet days in a tent... you guys have paid the piper and done the time and now it's time to reap the rewards of all that labor and enjoy life to the fullest. What goes through your mind when you see someone else camping in wet grass, it's raining and cold out there and you have a dry and warm bed to come home to?
I'm glad to see that you are enjoying your rides through the ozarks in Arkansas I ride in Arkansas All the time in the summer But the best time to ride is in the fall with all the trees turning different colors Enjoy and stay safe
Glad you like them!
Great video. Our riding group planned a Rally in 2020 centered in Harrison, AR but then Covid hit. We were going to go in 2021 but we went to AL instead so I could officiate at our friends wedding. Bob and I have been in the Ozark’s a number of times. Love the area. We have been on Peels Ferry across Bulls Shoals Lake. Beautiful. Look forward to riding in the Ozark’s in June for the BMW MOA Rally. The Ozark’s Butler Map is great, has all the roads in MO, AR and OK. Love seeing your new set up. Base Camp must of been great to be in during those 3 days of rain. Stay safe.
It was really nice for that rain. Thanks. well see you in Springfield
I'm like you, Chris, a big fan of exploring old cemeteries. One of my favorite things to do is ride my motorcycle down small highways, find old cemeteries, and stop and explore. Fascinating stuff.
I don't know if you're familiar with "Faces of the Forgotten" channel on UA-cam, but check that out. Ron does in-depth stories of famous -- and sometimes not so famous --- people buried in these cemeteries that he visits.
Awesome we'll check that Channel. Chris loves that stuff
@@TwoWheelsBigLife Hey, Chris and Richard, I just discovered this Faces of the Forgotten video and thought you may find it interesting. ua-cam.com/video/DX_SjbzrA2A/v-deo.html
I just love you two. You're so personable.
Thanks Cindy
I think I met y’all on the road one time. In the Texas Hillcountry Camp Wood I had a Tiger 850 then. It was probably 1-1.5 years ago? Great video, thanks for sharing.
Very cool!
We rode the Peel Ferry route last summer (video of the ride on our channel) and LOVED the route, and also got pictures of the "grand canyon of Arkansas". Truly beautiful. I recognize many of these roads. Can't want to go back next summer and ride the rest of the routes out of Harrison. Ya'll ride safe.
I'll check it out!
Sure looks like Rich is enjoying his new bike 🤟
Love you guys. Great job editing because I could totally ride and camp with you. I love camping any way
Awesome! Thank you!
My Wife and I both have relatives and distant relatives in Arkansas. My Great Grandmother passed away a several years ago on the eve of her 105th Birthday. My Mom, Aunt and Grandmother went to the funeral, which at that age is a Celebration of Life, and met cousins and distant cousins they'd heard of but had never met. My Wife, Son, and I went to Arkansas and met some of her relatives and had dinner with her Aunt who is alive and well even during these perilous times. Oddly, we camped there in a tent camper I bought for $50.00. So this weeks video is showing us a bit of our past even though neither my Wife or I spent much time there. I'd sue like to visit again but it's a long way from Washington State. You've kinda warmed the juices though. Thanks for Sharing!
Awesome !! Do try to get there for the roads its awesome. Thanks for watching
Ah yes ..sneak peek for next week is Texas ! Bucee’s
Yes
Man, I'd loved to have ridden with you when you came through. I ride these roads just for an afternoon ride. Seen Elk at Ponca many times, have talked with people from all over the world at the little store there in Ponca. The Peel ferry is a great ride. My wife and I love riding and living in the Arkansas Ozarks.
There's more to Arkansas roads than Eurika Springs and the Pig Trail.
There is so much out there. We love Arkansas
Hello from Low Gap!
Arkansas looks like Western NC very near where I live. Love the mountains.
I thought the cut and the knot on Rick's head was because he talked back to Kris, 🤣😂. I wish my wife would approve a GSA, she's an Accountant too. I have to walk a thin line.
Chris your reaction to the fairy's comment almost made me spit my tea out 🤣🤣🤣
Agreed, almost coated my phone with coffee...
Some of those roads are perfect for those GS’s….I’ll be there first weekend in May and cant wait….thanks for all you do!!!!
Yes we’ll see ya there
Y'all rode some pretty country, and I recognized much of the area in this video. I live in central Arkansas, but make an annual pilgrimage to Eureka Springs every September. Been across Bull Shoals on the ferry several times. If you ever get back this way, you need to ride AR 23 from I-40 up to Eureka Springs (or do it the other way) and over the "Arkansas Golden Gate" at Beaver. Both are really nice rides. Ride safe, and I'm looking forward to your future adventures.
We'll be back there. Love Eureka Springs and the Pig Trail.
Another really good video, I appreciate all the time it takes to edit all that material from so many cameras. Thanks guys continue to have lots of fun with your new rig.
I really enjoy watching your adventures. As I'm an ancestry buff, I've been to many old cemetaries. It's not unusal to fid stones with no information and also finding that OLD wasn't anywhere near the age we consider today. If you get to Kentucky, you'll have to do the Kentucky Adventire Trail.
Very cool! We are taking notes. Thanks.
Wow the canyon view is amazing! I'll definately have to check out that area some day Lord willing. Its crazy how green there in winter. Y'all be safe 🙏🙂
Cool 😎 show
Great video what a beautiful ride no biking here in New Brunswick Canada we just got things cleaned up from a foot of snow and high winds so I enjoyed watching and pretending I was riding along lol thanks for sharing take care and a great channel
Beautiful! Enjoy your day.
Thanks you also.
Love the video. We are heading out tomorrow morning on our Goldwing from the Daytona beach area to that region. You gave me lots of ideas for points of interest!
Love the new setup. Truck hauler for the bikes, trailer. Nice, just nice. Love the vids. Happy trails!
Thanks Gary. Cheers
IMHO, Arkansas is a hidden gem! it's beautiful there. we live in SOUTHERN ILLINOIS at the bottom of the state 19 miles from Great River Road, we've been to Arkansas twice. love it. Over the past year you guys have been on your adventure to all these amazing places, which ones have really flipped your lids leaving you with that,WE GOTTA GET BACK HERE AGAIN feeling?!! Stay safe, enjoy your new rig, and the new bike Richard has...how ya liking it compared to your bagger, do you miss your floor boards and the sofa seat? Ya got a nice bike...Appreciate you two!
Thanks Rodney, I do love this GS. My foot stuck on those grip foot pegs and that's why i fell over. The couch is awesome on long rides but this GS is really nice in the corners and dirt roads. kinda the best of both worlds
I've lived most of my life on gravel roads and have never heard or seen a process that involves "claying, graveling, and rolling". What typically happens is that a new road is graded (maybe bulldozed first|), then large gravel is put down and graded, then minus gravel is put down and graded, and then people use the road which packs the gravel down. I've never seen a roller on a gravel road ever. Maybe what you're describing is a Texas thing....
Yea!! Can't wait!!!! So love following!!
Awesome Julie. Thanks for being here.
Another great video. Take care and stay healthy.
Chris we started outwit a popular camper. We added that foil insulation that you get from home depot. Custom cut to the size of your windows. On the bed ends then fit the cut pieces between the screen and canvas zippered flap. It blocks the heat and the cold. Also you can buy a tarp type
Sorry hit wrong button. Cover for the top of your beds. It is reflective and blocks the heat and cold. Has tie down straps that go under the bed to hold in place. Cut the temperature by about 20 degrees. Check popup camper accessories on the internet. I stayed in our popular for 2 months in 13 degree weather. You can also put a warm blanket under your mattress above the wood bottom. I had electrical hookups and used a electric blanket for that. Every little bit helps.
I don't know if you put your awning away when you went exploring but I learned the hard way to not to leave my awning out when not at base camp if the wind picks up it may damage it; just though I'd pass along that tidbit.
Great tip Alicia. Yes we do keep that awning in when away. Well we do try to remember this I don’t want to replace it.
Really enjoyed the video. I am too cautious (read scared) to ride a bike up and down the ramps as you do. I salute your ability. I use a winch to pull the bike up / down as I straddle it and keep it centered. And that is on a trailer that is lower than your truck. I do like the setup you have with the camper / flatbed. You have all you need for enjoying a great trip.
Stay safe.
Love ya Vlogs, and all your new equipment, base camp etc, ❤️🦘🦘🦘
Thanks Steven
I’m loving the new arrangement. More time for riding MCs and editing looks like it will be more relaxed due to nicer “facilities”. Maybe a bit more of camper life? I see you have a BBQ hooked on the side. How has yr cooking changed? The autumnal views were glorious in this video ❤️:)
Thanks Deb you nailed it. As for cooking we have an oven now so that’s a bonus.
Nice video and excellent editing
Now fire roads and gravel are just another route to explore. Congratulations on the new GS
Thanks. It’s pretty cool
You can tell the HD gent is beaming now mouthing a beemer! Happy trails.
Where you have your wheel chocks mounted on your truck bed, there is a ton of flex there, when you enter the chock. I’ve owned lots of those beds, might want to re-enforce that, it will crack from the flex. Just a thought, love your videos!
When we were newbie campers we didn't get the fridge closed properly and my wife had a 1 gallon jar of sourkrout that broke and was everywhere boy did that smell good for a few days.
You both look so refreshed with your new basecamp set up! LOL
My folks moved to Louisiana in 1948 from Harrison (Bellefonte) Arkansas. It’s a beautiful area.
4 to 6 inch wide skid tape on your ramps spaced apart will save you one day. Tire traction and foot traction. Also on your RV steps.
Hope that you are enjoying Basecamp it has got to be such a pleasant change from sleeping in the tent! I know it was for me when I made the switch. Enjoyed your journey and a great video. Safe travels.👍🏻❤️
Great job. You guys look so familiar
Enjoy. Stay safe. Love your videos.
Thanks for another great video
I like your new base camp set up
Thanks Donnie
I'm from Oregon but I got a chance to go east this year which I've never done before. Ended up staying with a friend in Cassville Missouri we got to go ride down to Eureka Springs Arkansas very cool town and had a lot fun riding there except the days are getting short and once it got dark it got cold in a hurry.
Smart move turning around at Buck Creek and going back, avoiding Branson anytime you can. However 125 is a fantastic road clear up into Missouri.
It’s a great area for sure
I am a die hard Harley rider but Rich's new bike is much better suited to your needs. I cringed every time he loaded/unloaded the Glide.
Thanks
Noticed Richard has a new outfit to go with the new bike,,,,,,,did the vest retire with Miss Alice……good video………enjoying your beautiful new adventure
I still have the vest. it has all my memories on it 👍🤣
Another great video.
The Army Corp of Engineers campgrounds that I have been in have all been very nice, and clean. There had convenient amenities. And they were reasonably priced for what they provided. Admittedly that was a couple decades ago. Of course they don't have rustic charm like National Forest Service campgrounds.
Another nice thing about the RV is being able to more easily dry out wet gear.
Pretty sure you get a discount with the America the beautiful pass.
The days are gettin longer!!🤪
....nevermind!
Love that area !!
I live in the Ozarks. Blessed!
We love that part of Arkansas!! We stay in Harrison and ride all over the area. I want to do the ferry route this year! Great video, but I miss the Harley…
Check out Rusk, Arkansas while your in that area.
How are you guys doing where are you at. Hope everyone is doing well. Miss your videos
doing well saving up gas money
Cool soundtrack!
I hope y'all managed to eat at the "Cliff House Inn" on hwy 7. I figured out that we are seeing these videos about 2 1/2 months after you have been there. The owners of the Cliff House in are from Shreveport, LA. And they do a special pie that is Great, something like "company's coming pie" I think is what they call it. My wife and I have stayed there, and it is a GREAT place. If y'all get anywhere near Minden, LA. Look me up. I work at the Ford dealer in town. Hebert's Town & Country Ford Lincoln. We have a Bunkhouse camper and love taking it. We are not retired yet so we just take short trips with it for now.
if ya wana see elk go look first light or last light!
Sounds like you need to download a weather APP on your phone. 😁 They give forecasts.
🤔🤔. If we only said that we had no cell service and we checked the app before.
@@TwoWheelsBigLife Yes.
Enjoyed the video. Than you.
You’re welcome
You mentioned Belle Starr. The story from my Grandmother is that there is a family connection with her I don't remember how. Also on a side note my Grandmother was also a decendant of them Mc Coy's as in Hatfield & Mc Coy's
Fantastic, thank you for the vídeos.
Glad you like them!
Great video thanks for sharing 👍
Thanks for watching
Had to get out of the camper and go for a walk in the rain. Three days of rain in basecamp... vs. three days of rain in Ruby. Hmmm... Gee... let me think!
Hoping to get something motorized to get those bikes up on the truck before anything cracks. Thanks.
👍great footage. Thank you
Glad you enjoyed it
Like how Rich says "We like fairys" :-) Come to Scootland we got the Fairy pools you might see one in real life.
Hey Chris and Rich, do you recall was there cell service at Erbie Campground?
In the Land Between the Lakes in western Kentucky, there is a revalutionary war veteran's grave. His name was Jeremiah Nickell 1758 - 1824.
i rode the peel ferry this past summer on my 91 sportster 1200
Love those free ferrys Cheers
Aren't you glad to have a little more room than Ruby in that weather? Plus if any of these days were travel days, you're not in the weather in the truck like before. Jayman...
Thanks again for beautiful views
Since you enjoyed the natural bridge area in this video, I strongly encourage you to visit the Hocking Hills State Park near Logan, OH. There are miles and miles of beautiful such scenery. If you go, do some research as there is so much to see, you need to choose what and where you spend your time.
Be cautious on the curvy roads to and from and heed the trail signs to stay on the designated path.
Over the years, several people have died because they ventured off trail and fell 200-300 feet to their death.
The Ozarks, where my ancestors lived.
It’s a beautiful state
Someday when all this Covid crap is over come on up to Ontario Canada . Some beautiful country and great riding ! Btw love the new rig guys .
You have a dream set-up I would love to do the same. Stay longer in some area, if wheather permits. God speed.
Nicely done keep riding
Thanks
Hopefully you had a chance to swing by The Hub near Dog Patch USA to check out the restaurant when you were in that area. Buc-ees ROCKS !
Richard seems to really be enjoying the new bike, Congrats!
Do you lithium on Basecamp? Are you using a generator?
Lou & Angie
Lithium. I haven’t shown any of the the Solar yet
Hey I missed it. What happened to the Harley? Great video an glad ya'll having a great time. Love the upgrades
She’s in storage and needs so motor love
Thanks ✌🏻🇺🇸🇺🇸
Cheers Bernie
Love the new rig. Something to get use to
To help loading and unloading the bikes track down someone who does the spray bedliner stuff for the ramps. Will make them a bit heavier but you won't slip and slide near as much. Save you some blooper reels later on. #rideon
Great video. Thanks for sharing you travels.