EP10: Trans America Trail part 2

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  • @jasonwebb41
    @jasonwebb41 4 роки тому +1522

    Everyone out here talking about how beautiful and cool Rachel is (rightly so), but I haven't seen one comment that says how cool it is that Ed built her a TRIKE out of a c90 in a bloody scrap yard in the desert. Lol

    • @therickman1990
      @therickman1990 4 роки тому +117

      And dug it out of the dirt, snow and mud every single time she got it stuck. What a legend

    • @CoreyBrass
      @CoreyBrass 4 роки тому +123

      It is easier to build a tricycle in the desert then it is to find a women who will ride an adventure like that.
      I'm by no means putting him down, I'm just saying that almost every guy I know would do all of that to keep his love going whereas I don't know a single women who would even do that trip in the best of circumstances much less when everything seems to be going against them.

    • @jasonwebb41
      @jasonwebb41 4 роки тому +32

      @@CoreyBrass yeah which is basically my point; no one here was commenting on how great it is that Ed (or most guys as you say) did that for Rachel. It was all just about how beautiful she is

    • @CoreyBrass
      @CoreyBrass 4 роки тому +11

      @mad ass that's very cool. Maybe the world is full of them but I rarely come across them. Finding a women who will ride with you isn't that hard but I've not had good luck finding one that wants to ride their own bike. The few I do know of are fair weather riders at best.

    • @GardenBoy4U
      @GardenBoy4U 4 роки тому +32

      Rachael is an adventurous goddess and Ed is an eccentric MacGyver. Both have their attraction in different ways.

  • @broke-ia
    @broke-ia 3 роки тому +282

    Binging this series has been better than anything I've ever seen on Netflix. Hilarious, inspiring, and heartfelt.

    • @Fvckyoualexy
      @Fvckyoualexy 3 роки тому +1

      for real

    • @LadislavDobri
      @LadislavDobri 2 роки тому +8

      Cause you nkow it is real, no CGI no acting, real humans on a real adventure with real struggles, real human

    • @wafflyos9878
      @wafflyos9878 Рік тому

      @@LadislavDobri real emotions

    • @2alawabidingcitzen
      @2alawabidingcitzen Рік тому

      Definitely killed like 3 days watching them all.

  • @t-yoonit
    @t-yoonit 2 роки тому +164

    The fact he built a scrap trike for his girlfriend so she could travel off road trails with him while nursing a back injury is a commitment as strong as a marriage. Kudos Ed. You two are amazing.

    • @TheRoadfarmer
      @TheRoadfarmer Рік тому +1

      And yet then he still wanted to ride by himself...

    • @justinbrooks5859
      @justinbrooks5859 Рік тому +4

      ​@@TheRoadfarmer they both wanted to ride alone, not just Ed

  • @stuartwroe7655
    @stuartwroe7655 4 роки тому +555

    Thanks for the great videos. I have watched a few of them now, I'm 65 years old and been riding for 48 years. The longest trip i made was was one year and five months. It started from Hamilton Ontario on a 1978 Honda 350. I left home with $300 a lot of money back then and traveled all over the USA. When I ran out of money I would work on farms or pump gas for a week then continue on. I would go fishing or pick clams and have beens on toast most of the time. Watcthing your videos reminds me of my trip and the life long memory that have I from taking it. I'm still riding but keep my trips to a few days now.
    Best regards.

    • @gordontainsch2624
      @gordontainsch2624 4 роки тому +28

      I should have done that and gone to Canada in '68 before I got drafted and sent to 'Nam. I would have stayed in Canada to this day. 'Nam was a tragic bad joke.

    • @Wave1dave
      @Wave1dave 4 роки тому +5

      Huge respect for that! I feel like this is something I don't have the will to do but at the same time know that I'm missing on a huge part of life. Those memories are for life

    • @coconuciferanuts339
      @coconuciferanuts339 3 роки тому +9

      I'm 70 & still enjoy a ride.Preparation is the key to staying upright.

    • @adamwalker8649
      @adamwalker8649 3 роки тому +2

      I love you 😍 limes

    • @PeterVred
      @PeterVred 2 роки тому +1

      69 here!

  • @eamonn2896
    @eamonn2896 4 роки тому +122

    Watching the series from the start, cant believe this is 4 years old!!! Love this stuff

  • @sc4ofi31d
    @sc4ofi31d 4 роки тому +31

    18 Months together every day will undoubtedly have it's tough moments. I completely understand why you'd need to have some time apart. I've loved every video in this series so far I just can't believe I've only just discovered it! I Ride an R1 but watching this makes me want to get something little and have a go myself!
    It's warming to hear that you're still together. She's an absolute diamond mate, hold onto her!. But I guess I am 3 years late so I'd better finish the rest of the series.

  • @kendalford1264
    @kendalford1264 7 років тому +320

    Y'all are an inspiration to all of us sitting at a desk job wondering if we could take the leap.

    • @ranchosinnombreannjimmy8427
      @ranchosinnombreannjimmy8427 4 роки тому +1

      @@raed6343 this Dakar Saudi ride looks amazing!! I would love to do that ride on a Kawasaki KLR. Also I cant wait to see Ed ride his ninety down the Amazon. it took me ten days on a boat back in the 90's

    • @Colin32269
      @Colin32269 4 роки тому +13

      3 years have past did you leap out from behind the desk n do it ?

    • @jamesbrennan9709
      @jamesbrennan9709 4 роки тому +5

      @@Colin32269 we need answers

    • @lovelessissimo
      @lovelessissimo 3 роки тому

      @@Colin32269 of course not.

    • @rickl4159
      @rickl4159 3 роки тому

      @Kendal Ford Did you ever make the leap and just go?

  • @kirkbobo1363
    @kirkbobo1363 5 років тому +280

    She’s one in a million
    Don’t know anyone who deal with all the challenges that you two did. Alaska to transcanada (winter even) then USA trans American ON Honda C90 !! Amazing the little Honda’s did it. I’m a Honda fan and have never walked home. Hat off to Honda quality

    • @evildark940
      @evildark940 3 роки тому +1

      Literally not lying

    • @lovelessissimo
      @lovelessissimo 3 роки тому +31

      Gather 1 million women. Now pick out the ones that speak your language. Now pick out the ones that are near your age. Now pick out the attractive ones. Now pick out the ones with a good sense of humor. Now pick out the smart ones. Now pick out the fun ones. Now pick out the adventurous ones. Now pick out the ones who can ride a motorcycle. Now pick out the ones that would do a trip like this.
      You are going to need a much bigger pool to draw from.

    • @alzenpacaldo294
      @alzenpacaldo294 2 роки тому

      @@lovelessissimo 8th and 3 in

    • @keithquinn5624
      @keithquinn5624 2 роки тому

      @@lovelessissimo ur mum

  • @wheelinndealin
    @wheelinndealin 2 роки тому +50

    Ed I came across your videos when the new jeep one popped up on my feed and I’ve been on a binge since. It’s so cool to see my own country and even the world from your perspective. I’m absolutely inspired to see the world for myself. Keep up the great work and keep having fun! Also don’t stop sharing your moments with us we love it

    • @richardbonham446
      @richardbonham446 2 роки тому +3

      That’s exactly how I got into his videos! I started with the mini Jeep and now bingeing through this whole series. Great stuff!

    • @aannddiiffeerroouuss
      @aannddiiffeerroouuss Рік тому

      Same here…

  • @patriciacsapo
    @patriciacsapo 4 роки тому +65

    Rachel is so cool! 50% of the fun in this video is her gorgeous laughter and the way she deals with things in such a natural and relaxed way! :)

  • @tncpowell
    @tncpowell 7 років тому +213

    Its hard to tell perfect strangers about the emotional battles of these trips. Most blogs and vlogs are full off happy everything is peachy type deals and maybe for some it is. Reality is though that there are some damn shit times. Watching this just makes me miss being out there with my amazing wife and riding. Keep on keeping on Ed.

  • @bboyneon92
    @bboyneon92 4 роки тому +53

    Ed's transition of character from denial to acceptance is something I observed through out and can relate to.
    A very emotional video for sure.

  • @DriverGuy23
    @DriverGuy23 4 роки тому +556

    Ed has the most polite way of saying Rachel is driving him insane. 😂

  • @jsdhesmith2011
    @jsdhesmith2011 4 роки тому +4

    Even though this is three years old and by this time completely irrelevant I had to comment. This was fun to watch the whole series and I still have more to watch. Racheal is a fascinating person and so is Ed. This series has now made me set goals to do my own Trans American ride solo in 2 years time when I can be fully prepared to do so. Rachel if your reading this, your so freaking kick ass! Ed man you are an awesome dude!

    • @peterrooney8236
      @peterrooney8236 4 роки тому +1

      Rachel now works at a marina in England. I just had to google to find out what happened to her.

  • @TopoPilot
    @TopoPilot 3 роки тому +15

    I guess the most beautiful scenery on earth can be clouded by the "fog". You two made this journey together and it was unbelievably epic! Don't let your relationship "fog" cloud your journey into tomorrow. I give credit where credit is due and Ed, you deserve a medal. Rachel? You're one of a kind. You two were extremely lucky to have had those 18 months together.

  • @clifffawcett
    @clifffawcett 2 роки тому +17

    My wife and I discovered your channel after you rescued Noraly in Nevada. We are working our way through your epic adventure and enjoying it a lot! Thank you for all the work you put into these videos. Thank you as well for being real and sharing the good with the not so great parts.

    • @tanojkumar7788
      @tanojkumar7788 Рік тому

      Me too... It turns out he is a legend.... These guys always have smile... Makes it easy than it seems

  • @helialaska
    @helialaska 7 років тому +180

    Hi Ed, don't know if you remember the two KTM riders on the tricky slope (17:00) on the White Rim trail in Canyon Lands Utah? We stopped and talked to you and Rachel for a few minutes on the top of the hill. That slope as well as the deep ruts with the powder dust at the end gave us hell too. Great video!! Keep it up!

    • @c90adventures
      @c90adventures  7 років тому +79

      Yeah I remember you guys. Long time no see, didn't expect to see you here.

    • @helialaska
      @helialaska 7 років тому +41

      Yes sir, small world it is. Found you guys on UA-cam after we met you and have been following you since. Maybe we will meet again in Colorado or Utah if you come back this way. Ride safe!

    • @pudoopateljr6025
      @pudoopateljr6025 7 років тому

      You want a whipe only Rs 500/- look good? for show? take it take it.

  • @baltsosser
    @baltsosser 7 років тому +99

    I've watched a ton of your videos, but this one was the top shelf quality all You Tubers should strive for. The soundtrack and the opening credits were flawless. Great work sir.

    • @c90adventures
      @c90adventures  7 років тому +7

      +V Star 1300 Adventures Thank you very much.

  • @SallyLand
    @SallyLand 7 років тому +50

    Great video and hello from Australia!
    Love how smiley and enthusiastic Rach is - even when she's laying down in the dirt haha. Rach you're gorgeous!! xxx

  • @oslego
    @oslego 4 місяці тому +1

    Here I am watching this 7 years later with tears in my eyes. You are two amazing lucky people to have gone through this together. Your optimism and stubborn drive to continue is inspiring.
    Found you in ForNine's comments. When Ryan F9 praises you, I take note.
    Thank you so much for sharing your amazing adventures with us!

  • @mattb8031
    @mattb8031 4 роки тому +104

    I'm from the Alaska Highway and I can't believe that you two did that journey through the winter! Amazing job to both of you. This will be the Benchmark of your whole life!
    I think we have all fallen in love with Rachel, she is definitely one-of-a-kind! She is Savage! If you ever let her go, you will measure every other woman in your life up against her and they will all fall short.

    • @soundsofnature7015
      @soundsofnature7015 3 роки тому +9

      @@AussieBill128 You are a real deal POS.

    • @alpha-cf2oi
      @alpha-cf2oi 3 роки тому +3

      @@soundsofnature7015 u can clearly see that guy never had a pretty woman in his life, his words are pure frustration lol

    • @jwouldgo2531
      @jwouldgo2531 3 роки тому

      @@AussieBill128 ..think your regular girl is a f mule. what girl u ever met could do half of what Rachel did and not pack it in?? i will answer this for you, u prob never spend time with actual women do you u outback drongo!

    • @c90adventures
      @c90adventures  3 роки тому +11

      Moderated.

    • @McPaulcommander
      @McPaulcommander 2 роки тому +2

      @@c90adventures Honestly, it's really cool to see you coming back and reading the comments sometimes on like a 5 year old video now. It's amazing how well these videos (new and old) are made. I hope only the best for you! And your battles against neckbeards.

  • @PKArms1
    @PKArms1 3 місяці тому +1

    Steve n Seagulls music, great engineering and the finale of a terrific trip. Great vid!

  • @Silent-Lucidity
    @Silent-Lucidity 9 місяців тому +3

    I found Ed's channel through the Itchy Boots series, and Ed was, I think, living in Moab, UT. There was no mention of Rachel, and it was many years after Ed and Rachel's adventures. I'm going to continue watching Ed's adventures and hope to find out if his relationship with Rachel is still burning. I hope so, but if not, they're two very cool people, and I wish them both the very best. I'm also going to see if Rachel started her own UA-cam vlog of her own travels. It would be really cool to be able to follow all three of these wonderful people on their motorcycle journeys.

  • @philmoore71
    @philmoore71 3 роки тому +1

    i'm watching 4 yrs later. so many amazing aspects.

  • @annavallentin4662
    @annavallentin4662 2 роки тому +11

    I'm so impressed by the playful attitude, determination, care for each other, and maturity that you both demonstrated. Ed, your loyalty in building the trike for Rachel and taking on the really tough bits with both the trike and 90 so that you both could finish the TAT was epic. Well done.

  • @chrisllewellyn5246
    @chrisllewellyn5246 4 роки тому +3

    Incase you haven’t been informed, in America the signal used between passing bikers is a peace sign towards the pavement. A simple wave is likely to get you strange stairs

  • @puttington4343
    @puttington4343 7 років тому +108

    I swear to god every time I see one of these in my sub list, it's the highlight of my week.

    • @TheBarnz91
      @TheBarnz91 7 років тому +2

      The Mayor I could not believe it it either, went too fast

    • @matthewsylvester3013
      @matthewsylvester3013 4 роки тому

      This channel and Itchy Boots are just so fucking brilliant.

  • @xt7190
    @xt7190 Рік тому +3

    Two very lovely, honest, funny people who are So underwatched , best double act I've seen in years. Hats off to you both!

  • @anesthetized7053
    @anesthetized7053 4 роки тому +15

    "it didnt work out and there were bad times, but for the memories i have, it was worth it". massive respect.

  • @davidsteinhour5562
    @davidsteinhour5562 2 роки тому +4

    Ed and Rachel, two absolute legends. Bless you for every minute of these videos.

  • @backwatersandbackroads
    @backwatersandbackroads 6 років тому +3

    Ed, if you read this. I was one of those annoying commenters a while back saying stuff like you better never let her go and not heeding your very friendly (and English) warning to not do so, because you and her know each other far better than any of us do. I want to apologize for those comments. I think a lot of fellas out here are like myself and wish we could find an Adventurous (and gorgeous) woman to accompany us on our Adventures, and can't understand easily how someone can let one go. That would be none of our business. Thanks for the great videos

    • @c90adventures
      @c90adventures  6 років тому +4

      If you've got the character to make this comment now, then you don't need to apologise even slightly for any previous comments. Thank you very much.
      I'm sorry for the delay in videos I am trying I promise.

    • @backwatersandbackroads
      @backwatersandbackroads 6 років тому +1

      @@c90adventures thanks Ed. Looking forward to more of your one of a kind and fantastic videos. You knock the editing out of the park--that's what takes so long. Worth the wait ;) merry Christmas

  • @paulchurch3444
    @paulchurch3444 2 роки тому +1

    Ed, you showed that magnificent Rachel how much you love and adored her by building that Trike!
    Engineering skill, character, and total dedication to the task of journeying together.
    Wow!!

  • @Britishshooter
    @Britishshooter 7 років тому +54

    Ed I am simply gobsmacked by what you two achieved crossing the Rockies on those C90's. I know just how steep and difficult those passes are, unfortunately video does not do them justice. A week or so after I bumping into you and Rach in Oklahoma I was doing them on my KTM690 and found that hard enough. In fact I split my 6mm thick alloy bash plate in half coming down a steep track from Engineer Pass despite 10 inches of suspension travel so God knows how you two got over them.
    You are so right about GPS Kevin, I got into quite a few nasty situations following his route including getting lost in the Moab desert when the route just disappeared and the same thing in a massive forest in Oregon where as a result I nearly ran out of petrol. On an earlier occasion the route sent me through the centre of a private power generation facility guarded by people with guns. Luckily they looked at my GPS and believed my story. I came across some Kiwi riders using GPS Kevin's route who had also experienced serious problems. I do not recommend anyone to follow GPS Kevin's route, get the real thing from Sam. All the best to you both in your travels! Charles.

  • @sachadee.6104
    @sachadee.6104 Рік тому

    7:07-9:14: A M A Z I N G. Truly spectacular landscape. Also amazing, that you did that on those "bikes". You almost walked your way up. LOL. Best adventure series I know of this, and the narrating is funny as hell too.

  • @HeartBrokenBiker
    @HeartBrokenBiker 7 років тому +62

    Sad to see that you and Rach had go separate. However, happy to hear that you're still together.
    Small donation coming from my way again. Love from India. 😊

  • @MrAshes2ash
    @MrAshes2ash 2 роки тому +4

    Wish I'd found this channel sooner, this is amazing. Says alot about Ed as a person that he put in that much effort in to doing what he did selflessly to help Rach, love them both

  • @jaedonhurles3623
    @jaedonhurles3623 4 роки тому +44

    This is the absolute best UA-cam channel I have ever watched and I can’t believe you don’t have more subscribers

  • @philmccuen
    @philmccuen 3 роки тому +1

    The work you did joining all those bikes and ATVs for Rachel is a true testament to who you are. You're a star with a heart of gold. Thanks for sharing these awesome videos with us!! Cheers!!

  • @LightGrime
    @LightGrime 7 років тому +11

    What a rollercoaster, beautiful Ed. you've done an amazing job of telling the story and I'm so glad that you left the parts in that don't show you in the best of light, it makes it even more clear that you really are a good person.

  • @jeffsayle7529
    @jeffsayle7529 Рік тому

    What a pair of stars you both are. I'm in awe of what you've achieved and the manner in which you have overcome so many obstacles, both physical and mental. Also, hats off to all those helpful, friendly people who have aided you during the course of your journey. I will enjoy Ed's onward journey but miss the laughter and smiles of Rachel, a perfect travelling companion.

  • @893rrn
    @893rrn 4 роки тому +9

    Love what you both have done, together and separately. I hope you both know how inspirational you are to the rest of us dreamers! Thank you 🙏🏻

  • @FormulaZR
    @FormulaZR 7 місяців тому +1

    That's a fantastic trike you managed to build out of scrap parts! I hope you guys have worked out into whatever relationship works for y'all.

  • @john3Lee
    @john3Lee 7 років тому +21

    This is totally awesome....... And I have to say Rachel is one in a million, and was so pleased to hear/see that you are still together, although travelling apart.... More adventures like this please, especially another with you both travelling together... :)

  • @FurryWrecker911
    @FurryWrecker911 7 місяців тому

    I can empathize with both of your POVs. As a traveler, I like to experience the world at 80-100 mph whenever I can. Camping is the only time my brain shuts off and I just stare at the skyline for hours on end, unmoving. I've done cross-country road trips many times in my life, and I enjoy it far more when I'm locked in at a bounding rate of speed and just keep going and going with a slew of 300 hours worth of drum and bass podcasts playing one after another.

  • @o.l.6964
    @o.l.6964 3 роки тому +3

    i must say i have been captivated by this whole series, and watched it all in one day. Beautiful story, scenery and comments..what a great product youve made!

  • @goneballistic
    @goneballistic 7 років тому

    Great and engaging filmmaking, so fun to watch. Rachel is a riot, so brave and so much fun. She'd be a hoot to travel with, who cares how many time you have to help her pick up her bike. She's amazing. At 18:34 she kicks a bucketload of ass.

  • @SteelKatanas
    @SteelKatanas 7 років тому +85

    I predict the Hondukis Yamakazufan is going to be the next big thing. Better get those patents ready Ed.

    • @jaymehta27
      @jaymehta27 3 роки тому +2

      You missed the 4000.
      The series number is important :)

  • @steamsearcher
    @steamsearcher 2 роки тому

    Superb again Ed and Rachael, Fun, Tears and Triumph. Sorry mix of parts that make up a perfect solution to a problem. I met the love of my life via computer and 3 months later flew out to China to meet her. 4 days later proposed and 18 years later both enjoying your film. Our daughter now 15 loves our stories. 2017 we spent 3 months in china and even managed to sneak just over the border into Tibet. The 318 road is the one to do. D & L.

  • @figgles
    @figgles 7 років тому +365

    Give this man a tv contract!

    • @pufifa
      @pufifa 7 років тому +8

      Or at least send him few euros!
      Though I agree +figgles it would be fun to watch no doubt. Good luck everyone! :)

    • @jd3d_cgi
      @jd3d_cgi 7 років тому +63

      The thing is, Ed's videos are too honest and real - if he had a TV contract it would have to be full of dramatic music, and building up drama - AFTER THE BREAK - and then a recap of what was causing the drama, then more dramatic music etc. Ed does his own thing, and it's perfect as it is!

    • @doctordewbie7681
      @doctordewbie7681 7 років тому +2

      hahah way to ture man! were you @ discovery channel.

    • @Doug_Morgan
      @Doug_Morgan 7 років тому +4

      It really would be something if someone like Netflix or Discovery picked up this and put it on as a mini series.

    • @guyfawkesuThe1
      @guyfawkesuThe1 7 років тому

      You are a tool. Are you Ed?

  • @philcr1
    @philcr1 4 роки тому +1

    Ed is one bad ass c90 adventurer, engineer, film maker, narrator, dirt rider and all round good bloke, big ups to Ed! Good luck to you (and Rachel) on all your travels whether together or not!

  • @hotrod7938
    @hotrod7938 2 роки тому +4

    As much as I love my wife. I don't think I would have made it half that far without loosing my mind. Hats off to you both.

  • @toddgeeslin2190
    @toddgeeslin2190 2 роки тому +1

    Both of you are soooo inspiring. I would have given up by this time. I think it was great that Ed built Rachel the trike so she could continue. I'm loving these videos. found you through the mini jeep videos and can't believe all that you have done, Ed. You are an inspiring young man, I wish I had your bravery.

  • @iPedroMota
    @iPedroMota 7 років тому +6

    You made me fall in love with riding all over again mate. Great effort trying to put the "darkness" into words, its real. And absolutely true about how amazing the people you meet on the road can be and their help invaluable. The American West looks absolutely brilliant. Catch you out there one day somewhere on the road.

  • @rodkent
    @rodkent 2 роки тому

    As a small motorcycle rider for over 65 years in many states and countries, I'm amazed at your ability to overcome almost any situation or obstacle and very impressed with your easy-going style and cool. Rachel and you are such a pleasure to watch. Two GREAT Brits! Thanks for the pleasure you provide.

  • @johnshores4745
    @johnshores4745 4 роки тому +8

    Damn man on camera you two were so good together i know were seeing like 3-4 months in a 30 min video so i cant comprehend the struggles you two had . but a big Kudos to the pair of you man takes balls to do what you two have done .

  • @cat1racer
    @cat1racer 4 роки тому +2

    I love this, Ed is being so sincere, I adventure tour alone for that exact same reason. I've done it both ways, but I ALWAYS remember my trips alone w/ vivid clarity, Thanks ED, your are truly an inspiration.

  • @mauropresta7239
    @mauropresta7239 4 роки тому +4

    Rachel is an endless fountain of happiness

  • @richardsmith5404
    @richardsmith5404 7 років тому

    Awesome! As someone who owns both a Honda Cub and a Honda 185 trike, I am very impressed. The trike is a whole new ball game to ride. Described by CNN as the most dangerous vehicle ever made! But Rachel handled it amazingly.

  • @thorsvenson3530
    @thorsvenson3530 4 роки тому +11

    This started out rather sad, then took and amazing turn towards ridiculously uplifting. Also, I did not cry. It's just kind of humid here.

  • @thedirtdominators
    @thedirtdominators 4 роки тому

    I've watched many of 'aroound the world on a bike shit'. really did. but this right here? crappiest edit, cheapest of materials used is THE MOST IMPRESSIV of em all. I thought the guys on adventure bikes are so called inspiring.
    Thank you so much, you two, for showcasing that all you need to have a good time travelling around is SMILES, FUN, CREATIVITY and LOVE.
    Thank you sooo much for sharing this piece of your life with us! Cheers

  • @imarocketman4125
    @imarocketman4125 7 років тому +357

    Rachel is a unicorn.

    • @charlesscott5515
      @charlesscott5515 5 років тому +34

      Agreed. I didn’t know women like this existed.

    • @99mrpc
      @99mrpc 4 роки тому +6

      I was thinking the same exact thing.

    • @GardenBoy4U
      @GardenBoy4U 4 роки тому +8

      She’s amazing; in these videos.

    • @BigPlanetMedia
      @BigPlanetMedia 4 роки тому +3

      or a real crash test dumbie

    • @djgstefan
      @djgstefan 4 роки тому +9

      They both are :-)

  • @basilisp
    @basilisp 2 роки тому +1

    After so long I got to watch again the series... I loved it once again!! It was sad, happy, funny and emotional. I envy you for what you have seen and felt... Thank you

  • @samharvey6194
    @samharvey6194 7 років тому +4

    I recently drove from UK to Stelvio Pass in Italy on my own not a massive adventure but was for me on my own and people and friends where saying how could you do that on your own wasn't it boring etc am exactly like you Ed I like to drive through it see it and go at my own pace not really stopping.

  • @illbeback111
    @illbeback111 Рік тому

    When seeing this and you endless pursuit for the next adventure before getting bored, although I admire it, I am happy that I can stand just be at home most of the time without having to erge to drive a cross bike next to 100 m drops on a small trail. Thank good we have something like youtube to see other people live this kind of life from the comfort of our home. Keep it up I just discovered you by chance and just love your videos.

  • @jaycorb4555
    @jaycorb4555 2 роки тому +3

    That had to be tough. Rachel is one in a billion

  • @OneManTrail
    @OneManTrail 4 роки тому +1

    What you said about traveling solo struck a chord with me. I feel the same way. I like to stop and go on my time, and therefore only travel solo. Hence "One Man Trail". Great video, I'm so very impressed with your junkyard trike conversion. Legend.

  • @ataraxian8767
    @ataraxian8767 7 років тому +4

    Awesome video man! Thank you for the quality editing as always and the full disclosure on relationship challenges, we can all relate to the complexity of long term relationship but can only imagine long term adventuring. Sweeeeeet job on the Hondukis Yamakazufan 4000!

  • @AfricaTwin-Stuff
    @AfricaTwin-Stuff 4 роки тому

    Lovely - adventure, drama, humour all interwoven with a true love story.
    I’ve been rewatching your trip and it’s as good as when I watched it when you published.

  • @RosieGabrielle
    @RosieGabrielle 7 років тому +30

    great video guys ! sad to see you're not going to travel together anymore, but I understand it can be tough.

  • @64maxpower
    @64maxpower 7 років тому +1

    You both are my heros. You both inspire me to live my dreams. Thanks Ed and Rachel!
    You always have a place to stay and work on your bikes when you pass through New Jersey

  • @trevorlittle3956
    @trevorlittle3956 7 років тому +32

    I almost cried this at this video. Almost.

    • @SPAZit101
      @SPAZit101 3 роки тому +1

      Don’t lie 😭

  • @papamcjr
    @papamcjr 4 роки тому

    Ed Great job on that Trike for Rachel. Your lucky to find your mate in your lifetime. Better that you got this adventure together. What ever you do, keep her. Look forward to other adventures.

  • @Milohrodskyi
    @Milohrodskyi 2 роки тому +5

    Rachel definitely should make her own youtube channel!

  • @lucienhikingdroneflying2543
    @lucienhikingdroneflying2543 2 роки тому +1

    discovered you by accident. a few days ago. just watched EP10. am really impressed. great to follow your adventures. kind regards Lucien. Arnhem the Netherlands

  • @spudtree
    @spudtree 4 роки тому +18

    I thought I could trust the British but then I heard this version of Highway to Hell 😂

  • @lcdubs7847
    @lcdubs7847 8 місяців тому +1

    Glad to hear that your relationship survived, but sorry to hear you wouldn't be travelling together anymore. I've been binge watching your videos, and just love them.

  • @blablaidiotbla
    @blablaidiotbla 7 років тому +5

    i basically just made this youtube account to post immature comments and insult other people on the internet but not for this.
    really really amazing videos. everytime i see a new one posted im really excited. thanks alot ed

  • @JasonWD
    @JasonWD 7 років тому +121

    50 minutes Ed? You outdid yourself.

    • @JasonWD
      @JasonWD 7 років тому +12

      I have some things to add (after doing the #TransAmericaTrail myself last year)
      • Americans are incredibly generous, kind and hospitable. I met some amazing people.
      • Those mountains are super, super gnarly - the camera doesn't show a fraction of it.
      • Ed is a mad genius for building that 'thing'
      • I think Ed's timeline is a bit screwy in parts, but it was a long time ago!

    • @yannikoloff7659
      @yannikoloff7659 7 років тому +1

      Jason WD Yeah, effing 50 minutes. Just had some indian food, prepairing myself...

  • @davericketts9101
    @davericketts9101 3 роки тому +2

    Courage, strength, determination and the most amazing ability to `just do it` that I have ever seen. All that and smile at every adversity. Next time I hear somebody moaning because their day isn`t going well, I will tell them to watch this video and all the others. Respect.

  • @rjnsvg
    @rjnsvg 7 років тому +9

    @5:00. Having to check the mirror every 10 seconds is the main reason I always travel alone. I thought I was weird !

    • @yannikoloff7659
      @yannikoloff7659 7 років тому +1

      RJ Nair well, I just checking a mirror because it's how it supposed to be. Every 10 seconds, or even more often.

    • @zelo533
      @zelo533 4 роки тому

      @@yannikoloff7659 I check my mirrors every 1.25 seconds, just for extra safety bud

  • @Romin.777
    @Romin.777 4 роки тому +1

    That intro is awesome!
    I know this is allready a couple of years old but still inspirational.
    The way you talked about her happiness really moved me.
    Thanks Ed and Rach!
    I have so much fun watching you guys.
    Cheers from another free spirit.

  • @jcf6597
    @jcf6597 7 років тому +9

    Rachel is a trooper!!

  • @gordonc2377
    @gordonc2377 3 роки тому

    Congrats you two! Both of you are very special people.
    Ed you are brilliant and crafty, well done coming up with the trike idea and putting it together so you both could finish together. I fully understand you wanting to travel solo and am sure many will not.
    Rachel you have an amazing disposition and grit, laughing as you pick yourself up after each tumble. Am so happy you were able to get to the Pacific coast with Ed.
    I look forward to both of your solo travels down south.
    Cheers mates!

  • @langisinc
    @langisinc 3 роки тому +5

    LMFAO, Rachel is an amazing person, always smiling and happy, even when crashing, or injured.😆 😎👍

  • @dattat5790
    @dattat5790 6 років тому

    In my eyes this is one of the best content out there showing the problems you face during travel and how you tackle them. And yes Ed you should definitely be proud for building that monster trike. Very Resourceful and intelligent, and has worked well for the slipped disc injury that Rachel had. I've had a lot to learn about how to handle my mindset during travel, the crazy things you need to do to fix your vehicles and most importantly human relations. Thank you for posting this awesome journey :)

  • @jcozine
    @jcozine 4 роки тому +6

    Amazing. This one hit all the feels- I've had the exact same experience every time mixing women and motorcycles. It's tragic, really! But I appreciate the candid content so much, it makes these videos so much more meaningful and beautiful. They're a journey in more ways than one. Keep up the awesome work, I can't wait to see the next one

  • @stevea8547
    @stevea8547 2 роки тому

    Ive loved watching this series, you are both absolute legends and such an inspiration to anyone with a sense of adventure. Ed your spirit and field engineering skills are just great and Rachel is just the most incredible inspiring young lady. Ride Safe and far together or apart!

  • @haydne
    @haydne 7 років тому +105

    Instead of going your seperate ways you should have married her! She is one in a million!

    • @neilsiebenthal8696
      @neilsiebenthal8696 5 років тому +2

      For real

    • @defenestrationfan
      @defenestrationfan 5 років тому +10

      Yep - she's beautiful, adventurous, tenacious and every time she fell she got up with a smile and a laugh. Hey maybe she should have her own channel!

    • @brandondavy7901
      @brandondavy7901 5 років тому +11

      haydne remember we are only seeing a snapshot of what is going on.

    • @robertgiggie6366
      @robertgiggie6366 5 років тому +2

      defenestrationfan and she also took the time to take 14.5 thousand photographs lol

    • @pauls466
      @pauls466 4 роки тому

      No no . We want here as well :)

  • @rekhachhabra9551
    @rekhachhabra9551 4 роки тому

    Hats off to the three heroes in this epic epic human adventure...you ED, Rachel and Honda c90 in that order...what extraordinary spirits you and Rachel are...her completing this trail inspite of her injury and many many falls..and your supporting her waiting for her and devising a trike to make it easier for her and to make sure you do it together...mind-blowing... please convey all this to Rachel too....how in awe I am of both of you👌👌👌👌👌👌👌👌

  • @AceClown
    @AceClown 3 роки тому +4

    Ed "even happy couples don't spend this much time constantly together"
    Covid: "..."

  • @bigtoe333333
    @bigtoe333333 5 років тому

    What an incredible trip, and thank you for taking so much time and effort to create this brilliant film to document your travels.
    This whole c90 series is a youtube and travel classic, and I hope it gets the recognition and reward it richly deserves.
    Thank you for sharing this part of your lives with the world.

  • @fergalfarrelly8545
    @fergalfarrelly8545 4 роки тому +3

    Those bikes been through a lot. I wonder how many repairs all together. Must be totally rebuilt 3 times over each.

  • @darrinnoble
    @darrinnoble 7 місяців тому

    This was a beautiful way to see my beloved home state of Colorado. Also a heartbreaking way to see y'all split up. But as you said, it's a very personal decision that few would understand. Thank you for the fantastic stories and the spectacular views. Much love to you both. ❤

  • @pufifa
    @pufifa 7 років тому +6

    "Hondukis Yamakazufan 4000" LOOOOL'ed!!!!!
    Dude you are genius!!! Hhahhahahhaha! Good luck to both of you!!!

  • @jameschippett2177
    @jameschippett2177 Рік тому

    Just started watching. This has been a great series and to be honest it was a little sad that you decided to split. However I appreciated that shared your feelings so openly. A big thank you

  • @JustOutRiding
    @JustOutRiding 7 років тому +63

    Need to get off the loo before starting this one or people are going to get suspicious....

  • @rayharkins6161
    @rayharkins6161 Місяць тому

    Absolutely blown away by Ed’s mechanical/engineering skills!

  • @lcbrme138
    @lcbrme138 7 років тому +130

    51 FUCKING MINUTES!!!! YES ED!! YES!!!!

    • @lcbrme138
      @lcbrme138 7 років тому +10

      Excellent as always Ed! Great music too! You tell a beautiful story and present it great.

  • @BradColemanisHere
    @BradColemanisHere 5 років тому +1

    This is an amazing film/video you've made here, Ed. It was my favorite by far. I am taken aback by how great your skills are to have created a working trike that could go that far, and even more impressed with your decision to finish what you started. Congratulations to you and Rachel on an amazing trek back and forth across North America! Pretty amazing.

  • @BriNaCa
    @BriNaCa 4 роки тому +10

    "Even couples that have been married for twenty years don't spend this long together twenty four 7..." Well Covid has changed that!

    • @RedStickLouisiana
      @RedStickLouisiana 4 роки тому +1

      Between both working from home, retirement, vacation trips and Covid, my wife have been together for about eight years, almost 24/7. We've been married thirty-four, you have to find a rhythm that work.

    • @benedward8559
      @benedward8559 4 роки тому

      Not quite 18 months though is it?

    • @jwouldgo2531
      @jwouldgo2531 3 роки тому

      yeh, divorce rate has gone thru the roof at same time!!