ABR Festival | Insider Tips & What to expect

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  • Опубліковано 10 лип 2024
  • Get ready for the ultimate guide to your ABR Festival experience! 🎉 Join me as we discuss what you can expect at your very first ABR festival. Whether you're a first-timer or a seasoned attendee, our video has everything you need to know to make the most of your time at the festival. From insider tips on navigating schedules, motorbike test rides and entertainment, this is your go-to resource for an unforgettable festival adventure. Don't miss out-hit that play button, and let's dive into what makes your ABR Festival a standout on your calendar! 🌟
    Hey everyone! In today's adventure, I found myself in a bit of a predicament on the beautiful Isle of Man. 😅After an amazing day riding through the island's stunning landscapes, I realized I lost my motorcycle keys! With no spare key in sight and the sun setting fast, I had to make the tough decision to leave my beloved bike alone overnight.
    In this video, you'll join me as I retrace my steps, search high and low for the keys, and navigate the challenges of being stranded far from home. From the initial panic to the unexpected kindness of strangers, this experience taught me a lot about the ups and downs of motorcycle travel.
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  • @KnightRider1157
    @KnightRider1157 14 днів тому +7

    Noticed the air ambulance plaque in the background. Awesome work Saffy, well done x 🎉🎉🎉

  • @LoneLeeRider
    @LoneLeeRider 9 днів тому +1

    Hey Saffy - I do so many motorbike events and travel solo. It's all good, part of the exploration, recharge, etc. I always end up meeting and socializing with people along the way! Perfect combo of freedom and socializing.

    • @SaffySprocket
      @SaffySprocket  9 днів тому

      Yes! You can be social when you want and none social when you don't want

  • @MalContent
    @MalContent 14 днів тому +11

    Just because you are alone doesn't mean you're lonely.

    • @SaffySprocket
      @SaffySprocket  14 днів тому +2

      Exactly 💯

    • @dennisreid4428
      @dennisreid4428 13 днів тому

      I've done so many music festivals and bike rallies on my own, never felt lonely because soon after arriving,even when pitching your tent,you'll be talking to a whole new group of people. Always found that happens throughout the whole weekend. If it's something I want to do I just pack and go,even if I have to go on my own. I'm happy with my own company and as long as I have a good book ,maybe a small radio. I'm happy. It's a chance to get away from modern life,so I don't need mobile phones,laptops and any other of life's new gizmo's

  • @eddiedrella7500
    @eddiedrella7500 12 днів тому +1

    Excelent video ❤ I love the green Background

  • @markchristianson8178
    @markchristianson8178 10 днів тому +1

    Nicely done Saffy we don't get any of those here on Vancouver Island . That would be sooooo much fun !!!!

    • @SaffySprocket
      @SaffySprocket  10 днів тому

      Ah that's a shame! Bike festivals are ace!

  • @AllFolkedOly
    @AllFolkedOly 14 днів тому +3

    I'll be dealing with the buffalo herd. Working on the bars!

    • @SaffySprocket
      @SaffySprocket  14 днів тому +1

      Buffalo herd it is 😂

    • @AllFolkedOly
      @AllFolkedOly 14 днів тому

      @SaffySprocket I'll do my best to control the stampede, we can only serve so fast 🙃

    • @AllFolkedOly
      @AllFolkedOly 13 днів тому

      Hope you enjoyed the cheeky vodka!

  • @Redrat526
    @Redrat526 14 днів тому +3

    Tracker Saf for the tent.
    Lol

  • @mauriceridesout
    @mauriceridesout 14 днів тому +2

    Almost packed! Just need to load and check things off.
    Mmm have a 20,000 battery but now thinking should have got another.
    Got a free 2hr lesson and am looking forward to hearing the Welsh choir😂
    P.s oh and thank God its not going to be as hot as the last few days.

    • @SaffySprocket
      @SaffySprocket  14 днів тому +1

      The weather has been horrific these last few days. Its been too humid

    • @mauriceridesout
      @mauriceridesout 14 днів тому

      @@SaffySprocket Might take a handheld fan. Am out of those Spanish ones😂
      Am guessing at night will be cool in tents etc. (Gonna risk no sleeping bag🤪)

  • @Daytona2
    @Daytona2 14 днів тому

    Is it safe to leave stuff in your tent ? How many thefts ?
    Get GPS co-ords for your tent - use an offline App ? The GPS in your phone is working even if the internet isn't.
    😮Congrats all involved with the AIr Ambulance sponsorship 🚁

    • @SaffySprocket
      @SaffySprocket  14 днів тому +1

      I've not heard of any thefts! But to be honest, I never leave anything valuable in my tent under any circumstances, at a festival, at a campsite, etc

  • @ericgardner3020
    @ericgardner3020 14 днів тому +2

    I saw the ABR festival for the first time last year thru your videos it looks like a TON of fun and you gave a great talk! Looking forward to seeing it again with your unique Sprocket spin!

  • @alanco608
    @alanco608 12 днів тому +1

    Had every intention to come over this year but unfortunately, work commitments prevent me from doing so...if you have time why not pop over to Stratford upon Avon, home of William Shakespeare, hope your weekend goes well Saff, ride safe, stay safe 😊

    • @SaffySprocket
      @SaffySprocket  10 днів тому +1

      Unfortunately being a grown up sucks doesn't it?!

    • @alanco608
      @alanco608 10 днів тому

      It certainly does Saff... maybe next year.
      Safe journey home.

  • @andrewwhybrow5819
    @andrewwhybrow5819 14 днів тому +2

    Great advice, unfortunately I can't get down there this weekend, otherwise engaged, i would like to give it a go one year though 😀

    • @SaffySprocket
      @SaffySprocket  14 днів тому

      I'm sure you'll have a great time regardless

  • @Innocent_Havoc
    @Innocent_Havoc 13 днів тому +1

    Great advice Saffy 👍. First time for me this year and going solo. Fairly new rider and not an ADV bike rider...yet! So I'll be 'that guy' on the non ADV bike 😂 but really looking forward to it

    • @SaffySprocket
      @SaffySprocket  10 днів тому

      How did you find it ?!

    • @Innocent_Havoc
      @Innocent_Havoc 10 днів тому

      @SaffySprocket Loved it!!! Atmosphere was really friendly, no one cared what I was riding we just all had the same Interest...Bikes!! Certainly made my decision that my next upgrade will be to the ADV bike.
      Looking forward to next year and anyone thinking of going solo and doesn't own an adventure bike yet...do it, it's the best experience and you learn a lot before you dive into that world

  • @RideWith_Mee
    @RideWith_Mee 13 днів тому +1

    Really wanted to got to ABR this year but going alone is what put me off going as none of my riding mates would be interesting in camping! Think next year I will just go for it 😊

    • @SaffySprocket
      @SaffySprocket  10 днів тому +1

      Honestly just go for it! My first year I went alone, made tones of friends that I now see every year

    • @RideWith_Mee
      @RideWith_Mee 10 днів тому

      @@SaffySprocket will just get the tickets booked when they come out.

  • @Yamahog
    @Yamahog 13 днів тому

    Skimilar, .... Sure, that works for me, ..... after about 5 or 6 grog, we can talk about what and what's not skimilar about our bikes Saffy, lol.
    Stay Safe.

  • @cliff1551
    @cliff1551 14 днів тому +2

    Saffy lass thanks for the info ,,maybe see you there .

  • @s.venkateswarpatnaik2484
    @s.venkateswarpatnaik2484 14 днів тому +2

    Hi Sa another excellent indoor review of your experience 😊

  • @ianburton518
    @ianburton518 14 днів тому +2

    No tickets 💳tent ready ⛺️ motorcycle ready 🏍👍

  • @akwillows
    @akwillows 14 днів тому +3

    My first this year!

  • @mauricecasey866
    @mauricecasey866 14 днів тому +1

    Vocal fry is coming along nicely!

  • @gk73man51
    @gk73man51 14 днів тому +2

    Looks great fun, probably not my thing as I’m not much on touring but a really informative video.

  • @KnightRider1157
    @KnightRider1157 14 днів тому +3

    Won't be there this year due to cancer but it's brilliant. Enjoy yourselves folks 🎉

    • @SaffySprocket
      @SaffySprocket  14 днів тому +2

      I'm sorry to hear that 😢

    • @gdfggggg
      @gdfggggg 14 днів тому +1

      GWS my guy.

    • @KnightRider1157
      @KnightRider1157 14 днів тому

      @SaffySprocket I'll beat it and I'll be back. Too many great things in biking to let a crummy disease stop me enjoying them x

    • @dennisreid4428
      @dennisreid4428 14 днів тому

      Did you see the "Heroes wearing Helmets. The riders and bikes of the 2024 Longest Day Challenge. Cancer Research UK"? It was was on Obsession Engineering's channel. happens every year. Hopefully you'll be able to do it next year 🤞

    • @user-ei4wk8yw3v
      @user-ei4wk8yw3v 14 днів тому +1

      So sorry.
      Best mate is fighting it. His bike needs him back and I am sure yours does too.

  • @triskelworkshop2855
    @triskelworkshop2855 7 днів тому

    About the DVLA code. As a Belgian visitor, whe do not have such a thing.
    Manufacturers do NOT allow any foreign biker to test ride their bikes.
    Most European countries do not use DVLA codes. After visiting ABR for the 3rd year, this issue still has not changed.
    Test ride all you want, as long as you are from the UK

  • @trevorstrauss257
    @trevorstrauss257 14 днів тому +1

    I won’t judge you I’m going to bed early. I do the same thing go to bed early. I wake up early.

    • @SaffySprocket
      @SaffySprocket  14 днів тому

      😂 need all the energy to ride bikes

  • @Sideburns892
    @Sideburns892 14 днів тому +2

    That's a lot of red bull 😅

  • @mattyaztec
    @mattyaztec 14 днів тому +1

    Actually handy as I’m going for the first time tomorrow and solo which I prefer

  • @anfieldroadlayoutintheloft5204
    @anfieldroadlayoutintheloft5204 14 днів тому +2

    good vid of the vfestvel you are off thank four the vids have good festvel

  • @russellnapier3884
    @russellnapier3884 14 днів тому +1

    Great advice. Appreciate it. I'll try and go soon.

  • @chriswharrier3571
    @chriswharrier3571 14 днів тому +2

    Hope to see your craziness there 😅

    • @SaffySprocket
      @SaffySprocket  14 днів тому +1

      Oh yes :)

    • @chriswharrier3571
      @chriswharrier3571 14 днів тому

      @SaffySprocket will you be on time this year, or should we set our clocks to Sprocket Time 😆

  • @dennisreid4428
    @dennisreid4428 14 днів тому +1

    How not to lose a tent at festivals. buy some different coloured glow sticks,choose your colour coding (2 or 3 work best) and tape them to your guide ropes at the front. make sure you have enough for the whole weekend.simple things work the best

  • @Bren184
    @Bren184 14 днів тому +1

    Tempted......... ❤️😉

    • @SaffySprocket
      @SaffySprocket  14 днів тому +1

      You need to check it out

    • @Bren184
      @Bren184 14 днів тому

      @@SaffySprocket ja I'm doing it...... 😉💥

  • @bensmith8422
    @bensmith8422 14 днів тому +2

    1st time and going alone. Hadn't planned to go this year but thanks to winning some tickets from Dave on the motoeuro UA-cam channel I'm very much looking forward to it. Thanks for the tips Saffy.

    • @SaffySprocket
      @SaffySprocket  10 днів тому

      How did you find it

    • @bensmith8422
      @bensmith8422 10 днів тому

      Excellent thanks Saffy, I did spot you on the Yamaha ride out. Looked like you were having last minute GoPro and glove issues as the rest of the girls rode out lol

  • @davidreed6817
    @davidreed6817 14 днів тому +1

    (You said) I'm an old lady😅 what are you 25? You're a puppy 😊 great advice 👍

  • @bucknut7241
    @bucknut7241 13 днів тому +1

    What do you mean by dvla code?

  • @BikerBreatnac
    @BikerBreatnac 14 днів тому +1

    Does anyone know if they have Vegan food there?

    • @SaffySprocket
      @SaffySprocket  10 днів тому +1

      I saw one veggie stall but a lot of stalls were selling veggie options, all the coffee vans had oat and soya options too

  • @MotoHikes
    @MotoHikes 14 днів тому +1

    Going along with the motorcycle touring company I work for (at least on the Friday). Can't wait!

  • @TriplePavel
    @TriplePavel 14 днів тому +1

    Great tips but now I have not enough liquids anxiety :D Hopefully see you there this weekend!

  • @nimdalive
    @nimdalive 14 днів тому +2

    Are you not going to be there this year.
    EDIT: Just seen the end of the video. Hope to see you there.

    • @SaffySprocket
      @SaffySprocket  14 днів тому

      I am :)

    • @MB-qk5it
      @MB-qk5it 14 днів тому

      Oh god, I'll be avoiding you

    • @nimdalive
      @nimdalive 14 днів тому

      @@SaffySprocketlook forward to seeing you on the trails.

    • @G58
      @G58 14 днів тому

      @@SaffySprocket I plan to attend vicariously again - via the vids of others, so I’m hoping for some good content. I hear there’s a lost keys tent this year. 👀🧐😎😜
      Peace 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

  • @dob1662
    @dob1662 14 днів тому +1

    sounds like fun Saffy enjoy 😘

    • @SaffySprocket
      @SaffySprocket  14 днів тому +1

      Thank you 😁😁😁

    • @dob1662
      @dob1662 14 днів тому

      @@SaffySprocket I wish i could make it but I'm saving for IOM in August

  • @The_Arby
    @The_Arby 14 днів тому +1

    Have Fun Saffy 😀

  • @daveffs1935
    @daveffs1935 14 днів тому

    Do they do route maps? Asking for a friend *cough cough* 👀

  • @ronlandman6267
    @ronlandman6267 14 днів тому +1

    Ok

  • @garethburningham9467
    @garethburningham9467 14 днів тому

    I've been the last three years. Always booked the extra night so i would get there Thursday afternoon. 2021 i went solo and had a great time. Soon as i got home booked for the following year. Five of us went and the organisers had made it even better than the previous year. About 2000 there on night one and about 10,000 overall. Sadly 2023 greed kicked in and they increased the numbers. Around 4000 on night one and about 13,000 overall. Getting a test ride was a joke. The bar was a cluster fck!!! It was that bad i packed up and left Friday afternoon. Massive waist of money. This year i believe there's 15,000 going! That will be a nightmare fir anyone wanting to book rides or even just get a pint... Save your money and book nezt years TT..... Much better event.

    • @SaffySprocket
      @SaffySprocket  14 днів тому +1

      Wow sounds like it's going to be huge 😮

  • @ahillvfr
    @ahillvfr 14 днів тому +2

    How many spare keys are you packing 🤣🤣🤣

    • @Normanskie
      @Normanskie 14 днів тому +1

      Ha, ha, ha, certainly wouldn't be any fun documenting the "who can find my keys" if she had spares. It wouldn't be Saffy if she didn't have a disaster OR two OR three.

    • @G58
      @G58 14 днів тому +1

      There’s a lost keys tent this year. 👀

    • @SaffySprocket
      @SaffySprocket  14 днів тому

      🤣 Easter egg hunt

  • @DarthDainese
    @DarthDainese 14 днів тому +1

    What the hell do you mean by a DVLA licence code?

    • @SaffySprocket
      @SaffySprocket  14 днів тому +1

      www.gov.uk/view-driving-licence you need your check code before test riding any bikes

  • @lhurst9550
    @lhurst9550 14 днів тому +3

    11:45 I have a feeling that your experience would differ from...say a single dude. Just say'in.

    • @SaffySprocket
      @SaffySprocket  14 днів тому +1

      Nope! I spoke to a lot of people of all different walks of life who all said the same thing :)

    • @G58
      @G58 14 днів тому

      I’m the type of guy who 100% prefers to travel alone, never in groups, and never been into laddish nonsense.
      But adventure type bikers are generally friendly types. There’s less ego than sports bike riders, and way less clique than HD cruiser sorts.
      You might even find someone to help stop misusing apostrophes👀🧐😎😜

    • @lhurst9550
      @lhurst9550 14 днів тому

      @@G58 No one used apostrophes. An ellipsis (three dots) shows passage of time or a dramatic pause, in order for the reader to fill in the thoughts. I was actually pointing out that an attractive female will often find help when a man will not (not that Saffy is attractive). That said any group with a shared activity and an event that brings them together in recreation (read "not working") tends to put everyone in a good mood and acting their best. So yes, people are just more friendly at such events, but even more so with a unique cute blonde girl in the sea of sausage.

    • @G58
      @G58 14 днів тому +1

      @@lhurst9550 Well you DID use an apostrophe, and despite editing your comment, and the errant apostrophe is still there! “say’in”
      It obviously belongs where the g was omitted, but maybe a trip to Specsavers will solve the problem 👀🧐😎😜