Marcelo, you did it man! Almost nobody can lift their bike 15 times and keep on fighting! Much less at that high altitude. You are a fighter and a champ!!! That help you got from Brock is priceless… I have had some bad days on the trails and when someone helps you like that… regardless of time “lost” and effort…. is just unreal. I passed next to all of you and they told me they were already helping you. Then I met all of you at the bottom of the Ophir pass. (I’m the guy that was riding the TW200.) You were all smiling and hugging each other. You all made it through!! I thanked Brock (and their friends) for being so AWESOME and take on a huge delay on their plan by helping a fellow rider that they just met. Brock saved your life and did it with a smile! What an awesome guy! Now I am a huge fan of Brock !… and also a huge fan of Marcelo, he had a huge smile on his face and a great attitude when he made it to the other end of the Ophir Pass. What an awesome and magical day … I saw Brock turn a horrible day into a beautiful one. That’s a trick not many people can do! ;) Thanks again for being awesome Brock!! I’m glad I got to meet all of you guys!
Best video so far. Marcelo wasn’t gonna make it down without you, much respect for him not giving up. He now has a adventure under his belt. Thanks for helping him out.
I want to commend you on your efforts to help that gentleman down the mountain. You really went above and beyond. I was so impressed with your patience and guidance. Godspeed on your future endeavors!
Wow, good job helping out someone who was in way over his head! Loved how you stayed so calm and worked so hard to keep him going and had such good advice for him. You got a new subscriber out of this one. Best adventure bike video I've seen in a while!
I recently fractured my ankle riding a GS on the Idaho BDR. Been laid up all summer. I’m in my 60’s, don’t have a lot of off road experience, but did take a couple of training courses. I’ve also watched many instructional videos but I’ve got to say that watching your video, especially with you instructing your friend while riding through hairpins was very educational. Not sure I’ll ride off road again, especially Ophir Pass, but if I do ride a less technical road I’ll remember your instructions. Great job and thanks!!
Hey. That’s really cool to hear. But I am sorry about your ankle. I encourage you to get back on the bike and do some off road to Overcome. Take it easy. Go adventure. Thanks for watching. Stay in touch and lemme know how it’s going
Hey Marcelo I just watched Brock help you get down that mountain, you did great! Sometimes we all get in a little over our heads... Myself included, don't give up Adventure motorcycling, just keep working at it! One day you may find yourself helping someone else get out of a jam
I have no idea how your video ended up on my feed but I'm glad it did! Sir, you are an angel, full-stop. It was not a coincidence that you and Marcello crossed tracks (literally and figuratively). Well done, and much respect for you!
Ah. Thank you for saying that. I want to help riders down at every opportunity. Always better to have people to help pick you up while you are down in life or the trail.
This was one of the greatest Adventure Riding videos I’ve ever seen! I’m a lot like Marcelo in getting in over my head quickly as a relatively new rider, and I’ve had others come to my aid and help me out of sticky situations (though nothing as intense as this!). How great of you all to help him finish that mountain…memories!
Haha. I understand that for sure. The key is just using our technique of the basic bike skills. I hope to ride that pass again this year. Love Colorado
Great video man you are very good at giving instructions nice and concise with a steady tone of voice. Being from Australia we don’t do too many inclines like this so I learned something 😅. Great way to show off your beautiful country. Subscribed. Good on you for helping out
Great job, Brock, in helping Marcello down that rocky track. Words of wisdom, to be sure! That helps explain your calm demeanor and Good Samaritan attitude.
I rode up this pass a few months ago, and it cannot be overstated how much the GoPro flattens the terrain and size of the rocks on this scree field. It is truly no joke. Well done all around, fellas.
Haha. Yep. Cameras make it look flat. It’s a serious pass.. and it’s a favorite of mine. Did you see the latest series of me riding this pass with a one arm man ?
@@MotoMission. Nope! I’ll have to find it; I was just looking for some PTSD of my ride up it, and found your video that way. Definitely going to watch the other. I did Ophir Pass on an FE 350S, and I kinda wonder if a bigger bike would be better…
I just want to say thank you from the bottom of my heart for helping a fellow rider get back safely. These are the defining moments that make me proud of the motorcycle community. There are no boundaries to gender, race or culture as we all have a passion for motorcycles and adventure and that commonality brings us together. Stay safe and happy adventuring ✌️
Been following your journey on the TAT and the videography has been incredible. This was the best video that I've seen in ages on UA-cam. We Off-Road ride all over in Sxs's and you never leave a fellow rider/driver behind. Hats off to you and your buddies for doing the right thing. Cheers!
@@MotoMission. I'm a retired leo and I teach in Nashville at least six times a year. Be great to sit down and hear about your travels first hand. Keep up producing the great content.
@@MotoMission. definitely will. Im going to be teaching at a Federal facility the week of April 24th in Nashville. Quick technical question. Which system are you using for recording the audio on your helmet cam? I have a GP 11. Are you using an additional audio system other than the external mount on the camera?
Capturing audio is just my GoPro w a mic. No additional recorder. I film and edit so fast I chose not to do an additional unit. Get the mic close to mouth and keep a dead cat on it to improve the quality. That works pretty well for me. I’ve tried many options and spent a lot of time beating my head against the wall w bad audio.
I remember doing that route on a 1200GSA... over my head too. I dropped the bike twice on that first section at the top, but made it the rest of the way. So glad to see people like you willing to help this man.
@@MotoMission. Crazy, I did it again last year, first week of October, south to North this time. Made it all the way to the top section then dropped the bike. I was so tired, and it was at an odd angle so I couldn't get it back up. Long story short, my buddy walked back down the hill, and me being 5'7" and him 6'5" we let him get it back going amidst all the jeeps that started streaming down. I think I am done with that section!
Eric. Haha. Oh man. I can picture your scenario That’s a tough section. Hard to get going up that hill w the loose scree and rock. I am glad you conquered it. Next time take me with you. Haha
Oh damn, that's Def a nerve racking experience for anyone one on that grade of trail.. can hear it in his voice at the end, he's in it to get it done .. good job Brock
Good on you man. I've been on that road in a truck, but I can imagine the fear and frustration he was feeling. Having other people there with you and supporting you makes a huge difference.
Someday will never come. Let’s do it today. Haha. I understand bro. I hope you can get out there and adventure. Lemme know if you need anything. Let’s ride !
@@MotoMission. I hear ya, just bought a T7 in Feb. Trying to get it and myself outfitted to take some trips but will need to save some money after the outfitting is done. This is not a cheap endeavor! A friend in Washington St. wants to get together in Moab this summer but I live in Florida so that may be difficult but am going to give it my best shot... Oh, I did watch all 36 episodes, some beautiful country out there and a great adventure for sure!
That is a challenge. But you made a great bike choice. Congrats. Another place to ride is the Smokey mountain 500. I have videos on that. It’s my fav ride in the east
Love how positive you were. No berating skill level or asking why he was there. I do not like ANY Shelf Roads. You guys did great! Live to ride another day.
Marcello - a boy becoming a man! Brings a lot of memories when I started. Dropped my F800GS 7-8 times in an hour span. Very nice of you to stay behind and help him get down in one piece!
Congrats to you and your buddies. Really well done. Wow, saying Marcelo was over his head is the understatement of the year.... Tackling a notoriously difficult pass with no research, solo, without the skills, without proper gear (sneaker etc), wrong tires........ Wow!!!! I could almost feel his fear and panic. Situations like this can turn deadly pretty easily. It took a lot of patience and perseverance to get him down so Kudos to you and your riding buddies. Respect!
Ah, Brock, you are truly loving your neighbor in this video. I’m a new fan. And you’re an awesome rider! Blessings to you and looking forward to watching more of your content. Love the scriptural inspo’s at the end of your vids, too. 👊🏻🙌🏻
Brock your a Bad ass, Its hard to understand that trail unless you have ridden it. Helping another rider down who was clearly out of his element... and the patience you displayed. Hopefully run into you sometime and ride.
Incredible patience Brock! Thanks for giving ADV riders a good name. I felt for Marcello. I have been there where your confidence is shot and its not a good feeling, especially in tough conditions like that. Odie
I just found your channel man and I got to say I love your videos. I really appreciate you taking your time and having patience with Marcelo, i'm sure he was glad he had you guys. I know I sure would. We look out for each other on the trail and I love that.
marcelo was "a little over his head" is right. this reminds me of 'itchy boots' going solo. never a good idea to go solo on off road trails in the toolies. outstanding video and you deserve the "medal of honor" for helping this guy.
South oregon ! Wonderful part of the world. Hope you get some good riding in there. Ophir is a great pass. Such a great ride. You will love it. Lemme know when you see it.
Unfortunately many people passed and didn’t stop to help him. He gave up hope and was thinking he was stuck. I was so happy to help. The right place at right time.
Good man! Taking care of your fellow man. I'm an old guy, and I'll never learn to ride a bike across those mountains, but I have a tremendous amount of respect for you fellas that do it. As for Marcello, he'll be back. Many of us have to ease into the trails. My very first trail was Clear Lake, and I remember having a bit of pucker most of the way up the top. Now I look back and laugh.
Been there, done that, I have help and I being helped, thats why this community is amazing, we don’t judge and we admire the aventure will of everyone.
Brock you da man! Hope if I'm ever in trouble someone like you comes along to help. If i ever meet you along the trails of life, the cold ones are on me.
Ophir Pass can be a handful. I've been on it twice. The loose rocks change position each day. What was fairly easy one week is difficult the next. Then there are other 4x4s on the pass that can be a challenge. Add to that the thin air and a rider can get exhausted quickly. You did a great service for that fellow. Let's Ride!
Well done, not an easy trail. Very nice of you to stop and guide him. That just shows the comradery between bikers, I love it. That bike does not have much ground clearance either, @ 20:29 stones hit the skid plate. To Marcello : I would certainly recommend some full size MX boots. If such a heavy bike tips over and your leg is still in between the rocks and the bike or crash bar, you have a big chance of loosing your foot. Also, load all the extra gear to the sides and do not strap it all to the back seat. That will make riding your bike much easier !
Great job Brock. I've been watching some of your videos, never even noticing the name, then realized we had met on the TAT back in TN (I was on the Royal Enfield Himalayan with the sign on the back "I'm giving her all she's got Captain." Glad to see you guys made it. Unfortunately, I passed over the Colorado passes due to riding solo.
James ! I remember meeting you. saw you a few times. I was wondering how your adventure tire went. You are actually seen in a couple of those videos. I sure had a blast. Stay in touch
Respect!! Marcelo fought Olphir like a champ. Brock took me over Olphir and I had less than 100 miles of riding off-road and I still have nightmares. Good times.
Don’t know who you are, I do not know who Marcelo was, just clicked on your video. What I know is you are a kind person, and thank you for what you did. IDK who would it done it. Best wishes to you and your friends.
Hi Brock. I just wanted to say I really appreciate how you talk to others on trail. I do the same thing, we should all be good ambassadors of our sport. I ride CO quite a bit on my 890 and 500. Ophir is a good one, so is Imogene on the 890. Safe travels
Danny. Good to hear from you. I love Colorado. And yes I love hangin and meeting people on the trail. I admire your bikes. I have the same ktm bikes. Very good choices. I’m riding Colorado in couple of months. Let’s try to meet up Hit me
Great coaching!! Your calm and positive attitude saved him. I'm a new subscriber and have been enjoying your series. One suggestion, can you add episode numbers to your titles. Im finding it hard to keep series in order while watching. Im looking forward to the rest of your journey. "LETS RIDE!!!"
Ok. First of all thanks for watching. And for the kind words. I will see what I can do to help you with episode numbers. In the mean time you may find it easy to watch the tat in a playlist on the channel. Soon will get episode numbers. I’m listening to you Let’s ride!
My stomach was doing summer salts watching this. Great job you guys. One technique that can come in helpful if to shut off the bike, leave it if first gear, and use the clutch to brake the back wheel so then you can keep both feet down in the really gnarly stuff. Once past the really bad stuff go ahead and start it up again.
Hello, new subscriber here. I had met you just outside Telluride at a gas station and we talked about this incident. That is definitely the same rider I passed on the way up Ophir. He was still right side up then. I'm glad it was several of you that helped him. I can only imagine if I came by just 20 minutes later and you all weren't there. Also, I just posted my COBDR video on my channel.
Hello there. I remember talking to you. That was one crazy day. I’m glad Marcelo is ok because that was sketchy. We are friends today. I just subscribed to you. Excited to see your videos. Where are you going next ?
@@MotoMission. Thanks. I'm not sure. Maybe another BDR or another AMA adventure or dual sport ride. Congratulations on finishing the TAT. Quite an accomplishment.
@@MotoMission. Hey Brock. I was just on the KLove website and saw your new video series on there. Good work. I remembered you from our short conversation in Telluride, and then remembered that I had commented on here. I've been a long time KLove listener. I'm thinking about doing the NMBDR in a few months. Take care.
Hey there. I do remember I am happy to hear that. I did the maBDR in the fall. You may have seen those videos. But I just finished today the SCAR. It was great. Headed home now. Thanks for saying hello.
Full respect for Marcelo the moment he said, "i got in over my head". There are people that won't admit it and try to push on.. and that's how you get hurt (or worse!). Well done, Marcelo! I hope you get your confidence back real soon! I'm glad you guys helped him get back down.
Biking is a community. Always there to support each other. Make new friends. Sometimes on steep descents you can turn the engine off and put it in 1st gear. Helps keep control. Turn it back on when you need power.
congratulations, you have been well instructed, training is everything look ahead where you want to go. don't ride too slowly, don't sit on the bike, only brake with the rear wheel Good ride Regards, KTM 890 Adv. R
When you look back on all your life's adventures, I believe this memory, helping this rider, will be among your most cherished memories. Nicely done.
We are still friends today
Marcelo, you did it man! Almost nobody can lift their bike 15 times and keep on fighting! Much less at that high altitude. You are a fighter and a champ!!!
That help you got from Brock is priceless… I have had some bad days on the trails and when someone helps you like that… regardless of time “lost” and effort…. is just unreal.
I passed next to all of you and they told me they were already helping you.
Then I met all of you at the bottom of the Ophir pass. (I’m the guy that was riding the TW200.)
You were all smiling and hugging each other. You all made it through!!
I thanked Brock (and their friends) for being so AWESOME and take on a huge delay on their plan by helping a fellow rider that they just met.
Brock saved your life and did it with a smile!
What an awesome guy!
Now I am a huge fan of Brock !… and also a huge fan of Marcelo, he had a huge smile on his face and a great attitude when he made it to the other end of the Ophir Pass.
What an awesome and magical day … I saw Brock turn a horrible day into a beautiful one. That’s a trick not many people can do! ;)
Thanks again for being awesome Brock!!
I’m glad I got to meet all of you guys!
José !!! Dude. Thank you for the kind words. I enjoyed talking to you at the bottom of Ophir thank you so much. Hope to see you again soon.
Best video so far. Marcelo wasn’t gonna make it down without you, much respect for him not giving up. He now has a adventure under his belt. Thanks for helping him out.
Yeah! Help any rider in trouble Always !
I want to commend you on your efforts to help that gentleman down the mountain. You really went above and beyond. I was so impressed with your patience and guidance. Godspeed on your future endeavors!
Thank you for saying that. I think we have all been in need of help at some point. I certainly have many moments where I was needing help.
Wow, good job helping out someone who was in way over his head! Loved how you stayed so calm and worked so hard to keep him going and had such good advice for him. You got a new subscriber out of this one. Best adventure bike video I've seen in a while!
Wow. So cool to see this comment. It made my day. Thank you so much.
I recently fractured my ankle riding a GS on the Idaho BDR. Been laid up all summer. I’m in my 60’s, don’t have a lot of off road experience, but did take a couple of training courses. I’ve also watched many instructional videos but I’ve got to say that watching your video, especially with you instructing your friend while riding through hairpins was very educational. Not sure I’ll ride off road again, especially Ophir Pass, but if I do ride a less technical road I’ll remember your instructions. Great job and thanks!!
Hey. That’s really cool to hear. But I am sorry about your ankle. I encourage you to get back on the bike and do some off road to Overcome. Take it easy. Go adventure. Thanks for watching. Stay in touch and lemme know how it’s going
That’s our friend!!! He’s definitely doing good now!
Marcelo ! Such a good dude.
And thanks to Brock for helping your friend !!
Hey Marcelo I just watched Brock help you get down that mountain, you did great! Sometimes we all get in a little over our heads... Myself included, don't give up Adventure motorcycling, just keep working at it! One day you may find yourself helping someone else get out of a jam
What an awesome ride. Great Job helping Marcelo. He had to have been scared to death. I think you saved his life up there.
It was a moment for sure. We are still friends today. Glad I could help
All us down here in Austin thank you for getting our guy Marcelo down the mountain
He was worth it. :)
I’m sure Marcelo appreciates you guys taking the time to coach him down that mountain. Thank you guys. Safe travels.
We are still friends today
Thanks for doing the right thing and help him down. Maybe someday he will help someone else.
We must look out for each other. That’s the way!
I have no idea how your video ended up on my feed but I'm glad it did! Sir, you are an angel, full-stop. It was not a coincidence that you and Marcello crossed tracks (literally and figuratively). Well done, and much respect for you!
Hey. Big thanks
Marcelo and I are still friends today.
Great attitude and patience Brock. Marcello, awesome perseverance.
Thanks Jack. True adventure on that mountain.
You are a good man for helping a fellow biker ( Marcelo ) I did that pass three years ago, tough section. Much respect to you and your buddys.
Ah. Thank you for saying that. I want to help riders down at every opportunity. Always better to have people to help pick you up while you are down in life or the trail.
You are one kind human being!!! Praise to you brother. I subscribed! Don’t ever change your attitude, the world could use more of it.
Encouraged by your comment. Thank you.
You are a good dude Brock! Inspiring video. Nice work!
Thank you Allen. Thanks for watching.
You are an amazing human being. Thank you for helping us newbie’s out.
Thanks. Always there for that
This was one of the greatest Adventure Riding videos I’ve ever seen! I’m a lot like Marcelo in getting in over my head quickly as a relatively new rider, and I’ve had others come to my aid and help me out of sticky situations (though nothing as intense as this!). How great of you all to help him finish that mountain…memories!
Hey kris. Thanks for your super cool comment. It’s always best to have someone help pick us up and keep going. Thanks for watching
Good on ya for helping Marcelo get down the hill. I think he had more motorcycle than experience.
Yes sir. Google maps sent him over that pass and he had no idea what was coming. Craziness
@@MotoMission. -- I ride a KLR650 and some of that route gave me the willies :)
Haha. I understand that for sure. The key is just using our technique of the basic bike skills. I hope to ride that pass again this year. Love Colorado
Great video man you are very good at giving instructions nice and concise with a steady tone of voice. Being from Australia we don’t do too many inclines like this so I learned something 😅.
Great way to show off your beautiful country. Subscribed.
Good on you for helping out
Tony ! Thank you sir. I love Australia. It’s been a while since I was there.
Great job, Brock, in helping Marcello down that rocky track. Words of wisdom, to be sure! That helps explain your calm demeanor and Good Samaritan attitude.
Thank you my friend
I rode up this pass a few months ago, and it cannot be overstated how much the GoPro flattens the terrain and size of the rocks on this scree field. It is truly no joke. Well done all around, fellas.
Haha. Yep. Cameras make it look flat. It’s a serious pass.. and it’s a favorite of mine. Did you see the latest series of me riding this pass with a one arm man ?
@@MotoMission. Nope! I’ll have to find it; I was just looking for some PTSD of my ride up it, and found your video that way. Definitely going to watch the other. I did Ophir Pass on an FE 350S, and I kinda wonder if a bigger bike would be better…
Much respect for helping a fellow Adventurer! Awesome video! Keep them coming!
Thanks. I was happy to stop and help. Excited about the videos we are making today. I think you are gonna like what’s coming next
Nice job getting him down the hill. You showed some excellent patience and quality instructions
Thank you. Glad we could help
I just want to say thank you from the bottom of my heart for helping a fellow rider get back safely. These are the defining moments that make me proud of the motorcycle community. There are no boundaries to gender, race or culture as we all have a passion for motorcycles and adventure and that commonality brings us together.
Stay safe and happy adventuring ✌️
I am happy to read this comment. Let’s keep growing that community
Best episode yet. When I did the TAT in 2016 we helped a stranded family in the Utah desert. This brought back so many memories. Good work!
Wow. Some crazy stuff happens out there on the trail. Glad you helped. Stuff can get sideways real fast in those locations.
Thanks for watching.
Brock, you're an awesome guy! No one left behind, love it. Also really appreciated your tips on working the brakes while descending.
Thanks for your comment. What a day to remember.
Been following your journey on the TAT and the videography has been incredible. This was the best video that I've seen in ages on UA-cam. We Off-Road ride all over in Sxs's and you never leave a fellow rider/driver behind. Hats off to you and your buddies for doing the right thing. Cheers!
Wow. Such a great compliment. Thank you so much for that.
@@MotoMission. I'm a retired leo and I teach in Nashville at least six times a year. Be great to sit down and hear about your travels first hand. Keep up producing the great content.
Hey. That would be great. Email me at my website and we can chat.
@@MotoMission. definitely will. Im going to be teaching at a Federal facility the week of April 24th in Nashville. Quick technical question. Which system are you using for recording the audio on your helmet cam? I have a GP 11. Are you using an additional audio system other than the external mount on the camera?
Capturing audio is just my GoPro w a mic. No additional recorder. I film and edit so fast I chose not to do an additional unit. Get the mic close to mouth and keep a dead cat on it to improve the quality. That works pretty well for me. I’ve tried many options and spent a lot of time beating my head against the wall w bad audio.
I remember doing that route on a 1200GSA... over my head too. I dropped the bike twice on that first section at the top, but made it the rest of the way. So glad to see people like you willing to help this man.
Glad you made it Eric. That’s a beautiful pass but it can get tricky.
@@MotoMission. Crazy, I did it again last year, first week of October, south to North this time. Made it all the way to the top section then dropped the bike. I was so tired, and it was at an odd angle so I couldn't get it back up. Long story short, my buddy walked back down the hill, and me being 5'7" and him 6'5" we let him get it back going amidst all the jeeps that started streaming down. I think I am done with that section!
Eric. Haha. Oh man. I can picture your scenario That’s a tough section. Hard to get going up that hill w the loose scree and rock. I am glad you conquered it.
Next time take me with you. Haha
You guys are Legend for helping this young man, much respect.
Big thanks. That’s our purpose.
Hope you will enjoy my other videos.
Nice to know there are still people out there who will help somebody out. Stay safe on your travels.
Thanks for your comment. You stay safe also.
Oh damn, that's Def a nerve racking experience for anyone one on that grade of trail.. can hear it in his voice at the end, he's in it to get it done .. good job Brock
We are still friends today. What a story
Good on you man. I've been on that road in a truck, but I can imagine the fear and frustration he was feeling. Having other people there with you and supporting you makes a huge difference.
Right place. Right time. Glad we could help
This is one of your best Brock. So good.
Thanks Brent.
Great job helping a brother out, you're a good man!
Thank you. And thanks for watching.
@@MotoMission. Started watching the rest of your TAT adventure this morning. Hope to be able to do it someday!
Someday will never come. Let’s do it today. Haha.
I understand bro. I hope you can get out there and adventure. Lemme know if you need anything. Let’s ride !
@@MotoMission. I hear ya, just bought a T7 in Feb. Trying to get it and myself outfitted to take some trips but will need to save some money after the outfitting is done. This is not a cheap endeavor! A friend in Washington St. wants to get together in Moab this summer but I live in Florida so that may be difficult but am going to give it my best shot... Oh, I did watch all 36 episodes, some beautiful country out there and a great adventure for sure!
That is a challenge. But you made a great bike choice. Congrats.
Another place to ride is the Smokey mountain 500. I have videos on that. It’s my fav ride in the east
Awesome job assisting that gentleman!
Thank you Russ. The right place at the right time !
Love how positive you were.
No berating skill level or asking why he was there. I do not like ANY Shelf Roads. You guys did great!
Live to ride another day.
Thanks. I did find out that Google took him that way and he had no idea how bad it would be.
Google maps can kill you. Ha.
Marcello - a boy becoming a man! Brings a lot of memories when I started. Dropped my F800GS 7-8 times in an hour span. Very nice of you to stay behind and help him get down in one piece!
Yes. I’m proud of Marcelo. Pretty awesome day. Glad you are in one piece also. Ha. Keep going. Let’s ride
That was awesome you helping the fella out and coaching him down that mountain. I can’t wait to ride this pass next summer
Yes sir. Gotta help people out when possible.
I love those passes there. You will have a blast. Lemme know how it goes.
Nice job Brock and friends.
Big thanks. :)
Congrats to you and your buddies. Really well done. Wow, saying Marcelo was over his head is the understatement of the year.... Tackling a notoriously difficult pass with no research, solo, without the skills, without proper gear (sneaker etc), wrong tires........ Wow!!!! I could almost feel his fear and panic. Situations like this can turn deadly pretty easily. It took a lot of patience and perseverance to get him down so Kudos to you and your riding buddies. Respect!
Ah, Brock, you are truly loving your neighbor in this video. I’m a new fan. And you’re an awesome rider! Blessings to you and looking forward to watching more of your content. Love the scriptural inspo’s at the end of your vids, too. 👊🏻🙌🏻
So happy to read your comment. That’s super cool. Thanks for saying hello. More comin
Great job Brock. Glad you are a believer and follow the word of God as well!
Hey. Thank you. Yep I truly am and want to shine the light
That was awesome! This is what the moto touring community is all about!
Yes !!! Let’s keep our community special.
awesome video. I hope Marcelo didn't quit riding after this. I can't imagine doing this pass before being comfortable riding standing up!
He still rides. He is a tough dude
Brock your a Bad ass, Its hard to understand that trail unless you have ridden it. Helping another rider down who was clearly out of his element... and the patience you displayed. Hopefully run into you sometime and ride.
Big thanks. Yeah Ophir is a great ride but its tricky. Was happy to be at right place at right time
Truly. Ophir Pass is next level difficult! Can’t possibly capture it on camera.
Riding off road is a mental game as much as anything else.
Yep. Same with racing motocross. If your confidence gets rattled or if you can’t trust the motorcycle it greatly effects your performance.
Brock..... you rock..... HARD!!!
Haha. Thanks friend
I can’t imagine how hard that terrain would be without standing up. Makes it so much harder.
Incredibly bumpy sitting down. But his technique is an adaptation of course. He has found a way to make it work. Super hero
Awesome work, Kudos to Marcelo for not giving up.
Ride on!
Yeah. He is a good dude
Excellent help guys. We all learn somewhere. Brave for getting a bike and going for the pass. Well done all around.
Big thanks What a day to remember
Y'all got to see some amazing flowers up there! Beautiful mountains, love the million dollar highway
Yes we do too. A fav
What an adventure, for everyone. Not only traversing Ophir Pass but helping a new to off-road rider and also helping with his self esteem
That was a truly epic day.
Incredible patience Brock! Thanks for giving ADV riders a good name. I felt for Marcello. I have been there where your confidence is shot and its not a good feeling, especially in tough conditions like that. Odie
We got it done Everybody is safe :)
I just found your channel man and I got to say I love your videos. I really appreciate you taking your time and having patience with Marcelo, i'm sure he was glad he had you guys. I know I sure would.
We look out for each other on the trail and I love that.
Hey. Thanks. Glad you are watching. Marcelo is a great dude. I so enjoyed meeting him. We are still friends today.
Your a champion man. That’s the way it sound be. Looking out for our fellow man. Good on ya from Australia
Hey mick. Thanks for your comment. Very cool to hear you say that. I love Australia. I spent a month down there many years ago.
marcelo was "a little over his head" is right. this reminds me of 'itchy boots' going solo. never a good idea to go solo on off road trails in the toolies. outstanding video and you deserve the "medal of honor" for helping this guy.
Thanks Randal. We gotta stick together ! I love itchy boots!
Noraly has a SOS device, used it once, just last month in West Afrika. And who's not helping dat schatje😊🇳🇱 NL
Greetings from south oregon that pass is on my list great vid
South oregon ! Wonderful part of the world. Hope you get some good riding in there. Ophir is a great pass. Such a great ride. You will love it. Lemme know when you see it.
Nice Job helping him…some folks would keep on going…glad he made it out and safe. Awesome job team!!!
Unfortunately many people passed and didn’t stop to help him. He gave up hope and was thinking he was stuck.
I was so happy to help. The right place at right time.
Definitely hats off to him for not giving up! That’s the only way to learn! Adventure time!
You got that right For sure
Amigo Brock! You have a new subscriber! You are amazingly kind and heroic. Greetings and respect to all from Durango Mexico 🇲🇽
Thank you !!! More adventure coming
Hello to Mexico !
Good man! Taking care of your fellow man. I'm an old guy, and I'll never learn to ride a bike across those mountains, but I have a tremendous amount of respect for you fellas that do it. As for Marcello, he'll be back. Many of us have to ease into the trails. My very first trail was Clear Lake, and I remember having a bit of pucker most of the way up the top. Now I look back and laugh.
Thanks. Great memories of that area. Marcellp and I are still friends
If I ever get in trouble out there, I want y’all there to help!!! That was awesome what you did to help Marcelo!! Y’all are good people!!!!
Helping each other out. That’s the rider way !
Id like to see an update with Marcelo and you guys riding! Good job helping!
We are still friends today.
What an adventure! Those trails were treacherous! So glad you helped the young man.
Yep. Rough one. But what a great day.
Been there, done that, I have help and I being helped, thats why this community is amazing, we don’t judge and we admire the aventure will of everyone.
That’s it. Nothing like it.
Brock you da man! Hope if I'm ever in trouble someone like you comes along to help. If i ever meet you along the trails of life, the cold ones are on me.
Haha. Hey man. Sounds like a plan! Hope we do cross paths at some point. I will be cross crossing the USA this year. Let’s ride
Hats off to you and your gang, sir! Well well well done!
Much appreciated
Great job Brock for helping a fellow rider, hope your around when I need help on Opher pass. You & Marcello are the man.
Thanks for saying that. I will be looking for ya. :)
Ophir Pass can be a handful. I've been on it twice. The loose rocks change position each day. What was fairly easy one week is difficult the next. Then there are other 4x4s on the pass that can be a challenge. Add to that the thin air and a rider can get exhausted quickly. You did a great service for that fellow. Let's Ride!
It’s one of my favs
Well done, not an easy trail. Very nice of you to stop and guide him. That just shows the comradery between bikers, I love it. That bike does not have much ground clearance either, @ 20:29 stones hit the skid plate.
To Marcello : I would certainly recommend some full size MX boots. If such a heavy bike tips over and your leg is still in between the rocks and the bike or crash bar, you have a big chance of loosing your foot. Also, load all the extra gear to the sides and do not strap it all to the back seat. That will make riding your bike much easier !
Great advice !
And you are totally right about the skid plate. Low clearance makes that trail nearly impossible to do without crashing.
Marcello seems like a new rider. He sure picked a helluva place to start out! Thank you for helping him. 👍🏻👍🏻
Yes. And I kid you not, Google sent him that route. Unbelievable
So glad I found this video and part of a group that likes to ride. Great summary at the end of the video!
Hey. Thank you for saying that. And thanks for watching. We do love to ride. Will be making videos like this every week.
Our Lord has certainly given us a lovely world.
It’s incredible
Attitude/Perspiration/Determination! Good job helping that young man off a dangerous section. 🙏👍😀
Great memory. We are still friends today
Great job Brock. I've been watching some of your videos, never even noticing the name, then realized we had met on the TAT back in TN (I was on the Royal Enfield Himalayan with the sign on the back "I'm giving her all she's got Captain." Glad to see you guys made it. Unfortunately, I passed over the Colorado passes due to riding solo.
James ! I remember meeting you. saw you a few times. I was wondering how your adventure tire went. You are actually seen in a couple of those videos. I sure had a blast. Stay in touch
@@MotoMission. Had some interesting times - I posted on the TAT page pretty much daily (even put your blog on it).
You are kind for doing that. Thank you. I want to hear your updates. I can’t access Facebook. My account is messed up and can’t log in.
wow this looks challenging !
Yes. But so worth it
Great job helping Marcelo out!
Thanks. He is an awesome dude.
A true Biker, nice work.
Thank you kindly
Respect!!
Marcelo fought Olphir like a champ.
Brock took me over Olphir and I had less than 100 miles of riding off-road and I still have nightmares.
Good times.
He is a hero. Grit !
The adventure bike community is always willing to lend a hand.
Indeed they are. Love it
You're a really good Man , thank you.......
Thank you for saying that. I just love people and want to help any chance I get. Thanks for watching.
Don’t know who you are, I do not know who Marcelo was, just clicked on your video. What I know is you are a kind person, and thank you for what you did. IDK who would it done it. Best wishes to you and your friends.
First of all thanks for watching. Second, thanks for the kind words. I will always be there for a rider (or person) in need.
Hi Brock. I just wanted to say I really appreciate how you talk to others on trail. I do the same thing, we should all be good ambassadors of our sport. I ride CO quite a bit on my 890 and 500. Ophir is a good one, so is Imogene on the 890. Safe travels
Danny. Good to hear from you. I love Colorado. And yes I love hangin and meeting people on the trail. I admire your bikes. I have the same ktm bikes. Very good choices. I’m riding Colorado in couple of months. Let’s try to meet up Hit me
@@MotoMission. I'm doing the CO BDR June 23rd, then the Colorado 1000 Aug 10-20th. Let's grab a beer.. :)
Amazing. I need to hear about it. I get to Colorado end of July and early august. Likely doing the bdr. Then continental divide.
Your a Kind Man!
Thank you. Marcelo was in trouble and we had to respond
legends all around
Great coaching!! Your calm and positive attitude saved him. I'm a new subscriber and have been enjoying your series. One suggestion, can you add episode numbers to your titles. Im finding it hard to keep series in order while watching. Im looking forward to the rest of your journey. "LETS RIDE!!!"
Ok. First of all thanks for watching. And for the kind words. I will see what I can do to help you with episode numbers. In the mean time you may find it easy to watch the tat in a playlist on the channel.
Soon will get episode numbers. I’m listening to you Let’s ride!
My stomach was doing summer salts watching this. Great job you guys. One technique that can come in helpful if to shut off the bike, leave it if first gear, and use the clutch to brake the back wheel so then you can keep both feet down in the really gnarly stuff. Once past the really bad stuff go ahead and start it up again.
It’s a long way down ! Yeah it’s good to learn good technique for situations like this. Thanks for saying hello
Great Job Guys !!
Thanks nathan. What an adventure it was.
Hello, new subscriber here. I had met you just outside Telluride at a gas station and we talked about this incident. That is definitely the same rider I passed on the way up Ophir. He was still right side up then. I'm glad it was several of you that helped him. I can only imagine if I came by just 20 minutes later and you all weren't there. Also, I just posted my COBDR video on my channel.
Hello there. I remember talking to you. That was one crazy day. I’m glad Marcelo is ok because that was sketchy. We are friends today. I just subscribed to you. Excited to see your videos. Where are you going next ?
@@MotoMission. Thanks. I'm not sure. Maybe another BDR or another AMA adventure or dual sport ride. Congratulations on finishing the TAT. Quite an accomplishment.
Ok. Keep me updated. Maybe will pass you on the trail somewhere. I am doing a bdr next. Preparing now. Start in a few days.
@@MotoMission. Hey Brock. I was just on the KLove website and saw your new video series on there. Good work. I remembered you from our short conversation in Telluride, and then remembered that I had commented on here. I've been a long time KLove listener. I'm thinking about doing the NMBDR in a few months. Take care.
Hey there. I do remember I am happy to hear that.
I did the maBDR in the fall. You may have seen those videos. But I just finished today the SCAR. It was great. Headed home now. Thanks for saying hello.
Full respect for Marcelo the moment he said, "i got in over my head". There are people that won't admit it and try to push on.. and that's how you get hurt (or worse!). Well done, Marcelo! I hope you get your confidence back real soon! I'm glad you guys helped him get back down.
Biking is a community. Always there to support each other. Make new friends. Sometimes on steep descents you can turn the engine off and put it in 1st gear. Helps keep control. Turn it back on when you need power.
Right on. I love the community. Nothing like it
So kind to help that dude off the pass. Brent
Thanks Brent. Was a good memory. Still friends w him today.
congratulations, you have been well instructed, training is everything
look ahead where you want to go.
don't ride too slowly, don't sit on the bike, only brake with the rear wheel
Good ride Regards, KTM 890 Adv. R
You got it! Let’s ride
You guys are good people. Well done.
Marcelo, well done!
Added bonus to watching this video, I’m learning some riding tricks!!!
Ha. Yeah. A little ride coaching for free. Haha
Outstanding!!
Thank you. Thanks for watching my series. Can’t wait to show you the new season of vids.
Hey Brock, great meeting you in Centerville today! Much patience in helping this guy off the mountain. Let’s ride, when it’s not raining preferably!
Troy ! Haha. Was good meeting you. Let’s ride soon as the weather is better.
Not all hero’s wear capes sir.
Thanks for watching Brian.
You are a good man.