Why did I, a 45 year old man, get emotional watching this? The fact that this exists for women riders is so amazing. Awesome video. I can't wait to show this to my daughter!
11 ай бұрын
Because it's full of love. You can be hardcore and soft at the same time. We men have so much to learn - and unlearn.
@richardmourdock271911 ай бұрын
I have no doubt that you put a lot of pressure on yourself, perhaps subconsciously. With 47,000 subscribers, you knew that every moment you were being held to a higher standard and THAT is a lot of pressure. All of us who have watched your videos over the years know that you can ride and do ride fearlessly but never, never recklessly. All of us remain impressed with your skills and your ability to give us enjoyment from your enjoyment. Hang in there!
@AstheMagpieFlies11 ай бұрын
🤗 Thank you for your kind words Richard!
@beamdoctor563711 ай бұрын
Gee that was a nice comment.. So much negative stuff out there keep up the support of bikers.
@cornishrider57611 ай бұрын
Well done! It's not always as easy as it looks. The training looked excellent. I'm a 64 year old man and 5 months ago attended a 2 day course on the Africa twin. Although I had some off road experience I didn't think there was sufficient basic training as shown in this video before hitting the real technical stuff. As a result I had a big off and am now recovering from rotator cuff surgery. I wish there were more training schools across the UK like SHEADV for both men and women. Well done again.
@ne-adv11 ай бұрын
The off-road ADV community is enhanced when we can get a better gender balance. Camping, riding, exploring should be something couples are not only encouraged to do, but should be a norm. And ladies should feel it's something open to them. SHEADV are ambassador's we all badly need. Thank you, SHEADV!
@Crittermoto11 ай бұрын
Way to go Amanda! I was super stoked to see so many women riding at Touratech. All of us, men and women, benefit from training. Thanks for the video.
@AstheMagpieFlies11 ай бұрын
Thanks Critter :)
@benjohnson717011 ай бұрын
Kudos to She ADV and yourself for sharing the experience. 50 yo bloke here from Oz,I learnt a thing or 2 about ADV and life.
@MotoPhotoAdventures11 ай бұрын
Well done, Amanda! We've been riding for so long, we've fallen into the inacurate assumption that we don't "need" more training. You've inspired me to seek out a course I can take this year. I think a re-fresher to help me hone my skills would be a huge help. Thanks for always inspriring us to go further, push harder, and always have fun!!!
@monunyabidness594911 ай бұрын
Keep learning, always. When you lose, don't lose the lesson. Analyse what happened, try to figure out what went wrong, how to prevent it, or how to correct it, then try to practise that. I've learned so much watching your videos. You are an amazing rider and an amazing human.
@mantaradius590210 ай бұрын
Rain can't stop this crew! Thank you for your candid view of how things went. You have excellent perseverance and are a badass indeed.
@AstheMagpieFlies10 ай бұрын
I appreciate that!
@davidslate200511 ай бұрын
Great job, Amanda. You are inspiration to all people trying something hard to do. And you don't quit. Please don't change.
@dhwagneriii11 ай бұрын
Well done Amanda! You are an inspiration for all of us!
@fredmeier351511 ай бұрын
I felt your pain and starting frustration to begin but rejoiced in your successes. My bike is way too big, but you have given me hope. Please keep going.
@AstheMagpieFlies11 ай бұрын
I'm so glad you enjoyed it! Thank you for your support! I believe in you! You've got this
@ridetofood11 ай бұрын
RAIN CANT STOP THIS CREW
@AstheMagpieFlies11 ай бұрын
💛 Thanks friend :)
@motochickryder11 ай бұрын
Definitely don't be hard on yourself! Doing the slow speed stuff on a DCT bike is really hard. So you did amazing achieving what you did on the DCT Africa Twin! Main thing is that you kept getting back on the bike! 😊👍
@richardgitz226411 ай бұрын
Really great video Amanda, thank you for sharing.
@AstheMagpieFlies11 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@LASadvgrrl11 ай бұрын
good for you sticking with it.
@AstheMagpieFlies11 ай бұрын
Thank you for the kind words!
@leayoung301411 ай бұрын
I’m so glad you got to train with Shal! I took her beginner adv class two years ago in the Denver area and it was so hot in the eastern part of Denver that day that I was too burned out to take the next level class that next day. But I learned a lot and I am so very glad I took her course! You did fantastic Amanda! Good Job!
@AstheMagpieFlies11 ай бұрын
Thanks so much! 😊
@AdventuresonZero11 ай бұрын
The great thing about these courses is this is EXACTY when you want to make these mistakes. I took Brett Tkacs course last spring, and had quite the nasty fall - however, like you, learned the valuable lesson of focus. ADV riding is much more focus intensive than street riding, something I picked up during my time in the course. Thanks for documenting your experience and for being vulnerable enough to share your hardships! Be safe out there!
@Sara_Diamondheart10 ай бұрын
This is probably one of my favorite KZbin videos I've seen in awhile, I could watch this over and over again. I don't ride motorcycles yet, but I have started becoming passionate about them and I'm hoping to enroll in a safety course soon to try and get my endorsement! I'm so happy to have found so many, incredible and inspiring women riders including you! This video spoke to my soul. Even though I don't ride motorcycles yet, I do relate to the way you push yourself and strive for perfection, I relate to getting frustrated when not understanding something and making mistakes. And seeing you pushing through and refusing to give up was inspiring!! You are so talented and I'm so proud of you! I hope I can start getting into riding soon, get more involved with the community and have experiences like these. You did amazing! The ending made me smile so bright. Wonderful job and thank you for sharing this experience!! This video was done beautifully!
@mkramsauer11 ай бұрын
That was so cool thanks for sharing your experience I think we all can relate
@AstheMagpieFlies11 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@castle22811 ай бұрын
Good stuff, Amanda! Way to stick with it when things got tough. I admire your courage and dedication. Cheers!
@fixento11 ай бұрын
Amanda, another excellant production, thanks. You did great, practice is great, but by experience you done this and more out where it really counts, on some remote fire/bm/trail gravel/dirt road a bike that's packed like a mule. Your handicapped a bit by the Africa Twin DCT, a great bike, but is big and a bit top heavy. You were taught to use the clutch and rear brake for tight turns, not the throttle, so understandably the DCT poses a muscle memory conflict. After totaling my CB500X in a puddle with 28 inches of clay, I considered buying the Africa Twin because of you. However, I sat on both, the Transalp 750 won, it had lower center of gravity and weighed 100 lb less with almost the same hp, so at my age [80] I could pick it up. I watched your presentation in front of those ladies, they awed by your experiences. Never doubt your abilities or credentials, like the girl said, she couldn't ride it load with luggage. I commend you on your riding skills, because in reality, your have faced, adjusted, and over come all the off road issues will riding a loaded bike knowing you had to press on. Keep positive, never doubt your abilities, and alway pick the right track for you.
@AstheMagpieFlies11 ай бұрын
Mastering whatever bike you're on currently is why taking classes is so helpful! :) I'm glad you like the Transalp! It seems like a great bike! The Twin is great for what I do because I'm doing a LOT of Big Mile Days with like 70% of that on slab, so the Twin just offers a lot more comfort than a smaller bike could. Thank you for the kind words!
@BryanHastings-db4xr11 ай бұрын
hats off to ya mam you dine forgot more than me ever learned smile ole man from mississippi on a wing and and a prayer and retired smile
@In_MT11 ай бұрын
Rain can't stop this crew
@AstheMagpieFlies11 ай бұрын
👏👏👏
@kellymeier57911 ай бұрын
Great video. I dont know why you dont have more subscribers. I have 3 favorite riders to follow: You, Kinga , and Noraly. It would be awesome if the stars were to align, and you could all do a collaboration. And remember, you only get old when you stop learning.
@tankermike9911 ай бұрын
Rain can't stop this crew. Another great video Amanda. It's been an awesome journey watching your community and channel grow. Here's to an epic 2024
@AfricaTwin-Stuff11 ай бұрын
Wow. I have the same bike. I’m a 6’2” bloke and wish I had just a little of your skill. Inspirational to see you handle the beast.
@JerryMeschke11 ай бұрын
This Vid is awesome. Thank You Amanda!!!
@AstheMagpieFlies11 ай бұрын
I'm so glad you enjoyed it!
@bikingwithgrantygrant77910 ай бұрын
I think you did great. Sometimes we all put too much pressure on ourselves and sometimes we have good days and bad days. What's amazing to me is, you constantly train to make yourself better, a thing a lot of riders don't and should do. I love watching your videos. You are an inspiration to other riders and just keep doing what you are doing. Looking forward to more videos. I too am going to try a bmw or triumph off road course here in the UK, based on what I have seen you do
@Jeremybaland7 ай бұрын
Great video! Using a DCT has more of a learning curve on slow speed maneuvers. As you know riding is a mindset, its great to see you not allowing fear to control what you want to do. Lou
11 ай бұрын
I stopped riding in my 20's life happened. After watching your videos I got a 250 and started riding. I turn 60 in march and now I have a DR 650 with a 5 gallon tank and luggage. I'm from Montana hope to see you on the road.
@ElsaRhae11 ай бұрын
This was so interesting and helpful to see!
@AstheMagpieFlies11 ай бұрын
Oh my goodness 🙏 thank you so much for watching 😊 I'm so glad you found it helpful!
@105Gunner11 ай бұрын
Rain can’t stop this crew! Way to stick with it Amanda 👍
@CD-lm5xq11 ай бұрын
Great video Amanda!!!! 👍👍👍👍👍
@AstheMagpieFlies11 ай бұрын
Thanks so much 🤗
@lesterroberts478711 ай бұрын
Amanda, you are awesome and ride better than most people I know. I also need more seat time.
@AstheMagpieFlies11 ай бұрын
AW! Thank you very much, I appreciate that! I think we ALL could use more practice :)
@lesterroberts478711 ай бұрын
@@AstheMagpieFlies I'm in north Texas by Lake Texoma on 40 acres, if your ever in the neighbor hood you have a place here to stay, your brother is welcome too.
@haneymoto11 ай бұрын
Rain Can't Stop This Crew. Great video as always
@GTMAVRICK199 ай бұрын
Hi Amanda, I am new to youtube and I have watched a few of your videos! You are an inspiration to all! You are doing "the thing" and you give it your all! You are awesome in my book! I have really enjoyed seeing the Country from your eyes. I have driven across the US 14 times but not on a Motorcycle. I have been riding "street" bikes since 1986 an I have over 30 thousand miles of riding between a GS750, Dyna and now my 09 Heritage. You are really good at making videos also. You have a great Brother, and when you and Gary are riding together, I see lots of happiness in both of you obviously! I wish I had a Brother or Sister to ride with me. They don't ride motorcycles. I have really enjoyed the rides I have been on and there is so much more I want to see. I have seen 31 States, most by car or truck, some on motorcycles. I love the West and the East, I have lived on both ends and, in many States, in between. I guess my favorite States to ride in have been New Mexico and North Carolina. I was stationed at the Air Force Base near the White Sands National Park, and I think everyone should see it at least once! I have been there many times myself. Thank you for sharing! Please be safe as usual, I know you are. Maybe I will make a video sometime. I have seen videos from other people as well and I think I have some things to add from my experiences. I wish you all the best and safe travels! Keep going!
@AdventureswithRedbeard9 ай бұрын
What an amazing experience you had. I rejoiced to see you did the obstacle course and that you were just enjoying the experience. It's so easy for us to get in our heads and forget that we should be enjoying training, even when we aren't getting it down. It's about time for me to get my cones out and really practice. Thank you for this great and inspirational video. See you on the road!
@AstheMagpieFlies9 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@WilliamFletcher-z3o8 ай бұрын
Amanda, you are doing great! Keep up the good work and attitude. Thanks for the vid.
@Don-ev5ov11 ай бұрын
I love how the instructor acknowledged your experience and skills. A very cool course and location.
@brucegerken106311 ай бұрын
Great video thank you very well done as always thanks for taking us along and putting in all the work. Cheers to ya.
@AstheMagpieFlies11 ай бұрын
Thanks 👍
@KeViNMCMXXCIX11 ай бұрын
Good stuff Amanda! Well done! All worth the experience!
@MichaelH41611 ай бұрын
I love love love that you keep going forward. The glass is never full. There is always a want for more. Not in a greedy way, but in a spiritual way. You are amazing Amanda. I do not do adventure riding. I can’t stand watching it on other channels. It’s not my thing. I will watch your videos forever because you inspire the soul, not the mechanics of it. Your channel for me is about personal growth, the willingness to be brutally honest and vulnerable, and the courage to face the fears and the adventures ahead. Keep being beautiful.
@jackson_foto11 ай бұрын
Absolutely LOVED this. Your dedication to improving and sharing that gets me so pumped!
@SwedBear111 ай бұрын
You're such an inspiration! The frustration part was extremely relatable ro me and then you decided to get back in the saddle and what a come back! You seem to have great character 💪 And whatching this group of women and the SheAdv made me so happy, wow! 😃
@samtech7911 ай бұрын
Thanks for posting this. It’s really interesting to see the difference between how men and women learn this stuff. I do some sand riding coaching and my clients go at it soooooo differently. Men have less fear and get annoyed at praise, they only want to hear what to do differently and the success is the praise. Women seem to get a lot more validation from hearing from their coaches. I’m fascinated.
@JCrozier111 ай бұрын
nice work! glad you didnt give up
@AstheMagpieFlies11 ай бұрын
Thanks😊
@JCrozier111 ай бұрын
@@AstheMagpieFlies keep doing the thing! I know you will....
@hunczar11 ай бұрын
I did a similar two day school in the Pine Barrens in NJ in sand; it helped so much, but the bike was too big and too top heavy ultimately. Good for you doing this on the ATAS ES.
@jberejik11 ай бұрын
Shared this with my wife. We both agree. Awesome! Congrats. 🙂
@AstheMagpieFlies11 ай бұрын
Thank you!! 😁
@Jillybean62011 ай бұрын
Amazing. What a great opportunity. Thanks for sharing your experience.
@ColinsMarine10 ай бұрын
I took a three day off road training course. Two years of healing later from a torn up shoulder and a knee replacement . Ive started to ride again…a road bike!! I won’t even go out on wet days now.
@msims125011 ай бұрын
I always appreciate the honesty and sincerity of your content.
@tomkruger34969 ай бұрын
Those tight drills are very challenging. You did great.
@AstheMagpieFlies9 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@MrRickrm9 ай бұрын
You did great. I was at the rally on my wr250r and had fun. But even after riding over 55 years, I feel my skills need a class now.
@stevenpeck594911 ай бұрын
I love watching you grow your skills. Have a great 2024!
@AstheMagpieFlies11 ай бұрын
Thank you so much ☺️
@emfl443711 ай бұрын
This is awesome, there needs to be more female training sessions by females. A great way to meet other riders too. This video will hopefully give Shal additional publicity and encourage riders to take her classes
@StrixyN9 ай бұрын
Great video! Important video. Keep riding. Keep creating.
@kevinsterner949011 ай бұрын
Great job Amanda. That AT is not very forgiving in slow technical stuff. Being an Africa Twin owner I can attest to that. Add your anxiety issues (that I can relate to as well ) you did an awesome job.
@sarahporter954111 ай бұрын
I'm not a biker...but it is a dream of mine...I'm a dirt girl (65)...was born a raised on dirt in East Africa...and it has never left me. You are So inspiring..just don't think my hubby who is an ex-bike rider would approve...one can dream.....
@jasonyoung767311 ай бұрын
Proud of You Amanda😀, keep experiencing, learning, & growing as a woman/motorcycle enthusiast..... enjoy being present in the moment with your motorcycle.... where ever it takes you!!...... Great content...:)
@artmcalister823011 ай бұрын
Wooooooo! Rain can’t stop this crew! ❤
@ladyjrider66628 күн бұрын
What a great video and ethos of SheADV.
@AstheMagpieFlies27 күн бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@adventureriha33111 ай бұрын
One of my goals for riding is taking more classes like this one. I wish there were more opportunities in the Midwest.
@bigbadv577511 ай бұрын
I think unlearning habits is much harder than learning a technique right. I have ridden most of my life, about 55 years now. The thing that keeps me going is that I am always learning something new. A recent change to my bike coral has really helped. I have my adventure bike, T7. I also do Hair scrambles and endurance rides on my WR450F. The newest addition has been the Montesa 260 4RT. The balance , throttle and brake work I do on this 140lb bike translates into better control on the bigger bikes. I can drop it 300 time a day and its nothing to pick up over and over. In a trials event, the bike will go as far as my skill will take me. The big plus, I can practice in my yard. You can do anything you want to do. I have found as I age it's easier to work through my bad habits on the Montesa. Maybe consider taking some trials lessons. It's helped me a lot. You are a good rider and have done things that most people would never do SOLO. Hold your head high and have fun. You have accomplished so many things and inspired many people to get out there and ride. Looking forward to your next adventure. B
@monkeyman4133311 ай бұрын
As a very short male rider I prefer watching the women riders because on average they are smaller and I can relate to their struggles. I would live to be able to participate in one of these classes. Leg strength is not an issue for me as I'm a bodybuilder. Subscribed
@djpWilson11 ай бұрын
Rain can't stop this crew! Happy to see you back!! :)
@AstheMagpieFlies11 ай бұрын
👏👏👏
@georgeferguson977911 ай бұрын
Well done! Congratulations!
@Wayne1016011 ай бұрын
I love your videos because they are authentic. You are real !!!!! I cannot wait for my street to thaw so I can get out there. I live at 8500 feet in the mountains in Colorado.
@AstheMagpieFlies10 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!!
@gerdagregerson11 ай бұрын
Rain can’t stop this crew! What an awesome video, Amanda! What an amazing experience! You did so great 🤩👍🏻
@AstheMagpieFlies11 ай бұрын
🤗 thanks so much!
@mw160611 ай бұрын
Well done. I have not reached out lately, but I am still watching and seeing your journey.
@AstheMagpieFlies11 ай бұрын
I appreciate that!
@In_MT11 ай бұрын
Great job overcoming "obstacles" of all kinds. 🙂
@AstheMagpieFlies11 ай бұрын
Thanks! 😊
@advredbikes11 ай бұрын
Rain cant stop this Crew! Fabulous Ride Amanda, Its just beinghuman that we have our doubts, you are strong and very skilled. I have a 2017 Africa Twin DCT, I do find it hard to control the throttle and the brake in tight areas, plus the top heavy bike does not help. Great job, thank you for the great video. Nice to see Chris in the Video.
@aquasian2111 ай бұрын
What a brilliant vid! I found it and you really inspirational so thank you and good luck with your next adventure 💜
@happy2wander111 ай бұрын
Awesome video. Shared it with my wife for encouragement
@AstheMagpieFlies11 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing!!
@ChinamanMike11 ай бұрын
Great stuff. Those bikes are huge!
@billhubble818411 ай бұрын
Cool video. I have an Africa Twin. It is a heavy bike in my opinion and is top heavy to boot. With your riding experience, you would have aced this on a lighter, more agile bike. I also have a crf 250f and Goldwing. They both excel at what they were made to do. Adventure bikes are made to offer you the opportunity to do pavement or off-road, but with compromises. I admire that you are so determined to improve your riding skills, that you are willing to accept the challenges that come with it. The technical challenges do make us better riders, but picking that heavy bike off the ground is more than enough challenge for me! See you in the next video!
@phillipdaulton986111 ай бұрын
Rain can’t stop this crew!
@AstheMagpieFlies11 ай бұрын
🤗❤️
@Kymfre0111 ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing your experience, triumphs and oops moments. As a male rider with 40 years riding experience, none of which is on off road bikes that was educational. I am glad to say that in the UK there are now a lot more female riders than there used to be. I have been thinking of doing an off road riding course, after seeing your video it is something i will most certainly be looking at doing. Happy and safe travels
@AstheMagpieFlies11 ай бұрын
Right on!
@brianmorse881111 ай бұрын
I jest started getting off-road 1 on 1 training and I've been riding since I was 5 years old now 55. I noticed I was lacking proper off-road skills. now I'm getting rid of bad habits and using proper body position. you can have years of experience and not be doing things exactly perfect. Big thumbs up Amanda you're doing things right.🤠👍
@AstheMagpieFlies11 ай бұрын
!! Yesss 👏👏 That's awesome! Thank you 😊
@monawoka9711 ай бұрын
Man ya'll are wild. After growing up on dirt bikes I really don't think I could take a bike that big and heavy off road. I'll take a yz250f any day.
@AstheMagpieFlies11 ай бұрын
Good for you
@brucehensler982411 ай бұрын
You are an amazing woman, Amanda. I'm a road rider that's as adventurous as I've gotten so far. Love your video's, love you . Stay safe.
@t0m0tech11 ай бұрын
thank you, this video is very informative on motivation and focus needed
@alexduey786811 ай бұрын
So cool to see so many women riding. Your a badass keep it up that’s a beast of a bike to ride.
@TheTTLegend11 ай бұрын
In many ways we learn more from our failures. That cross drill is no joke.
@cleytonsilva68797 ай бұрын
Amazing progress, my respects!
@TheExistentialVegan10 ай бұрын
Well, that was awesome. I love the getting to know your bike stuff. Cowboy mount, practicing with one hand. Love to see a vid of all the different practicing techniques. Subbed.
@briansylvester2211 ай бұрын
Very inspiring video! Great job!
@AstheMagpieFlies11 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@richardsprings141411 ай бұрын
Congratulations I watch all your videos very proud of you
@AstheMagpieFlies10 ай бұрын
Thanks Richard!
@Onemoreguygettingold11 ай бұрын
As a man that didn't start riding until later in life I could use a course like this.
@weginale10 ай бұрын
As a beginner winen adv rider I found you pretty courageous and inspiring! Maybe we’ll cross path one day. Ride safe 🤘
@ClassicRider11 ай бұрын
I had'nt seen you show up for some time - nice to see you posting - rice safe -
@Motoramblings11 ай бұрын
Awesome video! Amazing group, and you did it!!
@AstheMagpieFlies11 ай бұрын
Thanks so much!!
@evaaliceanensen127710 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for this! I've been thinking about selling my Honda CB500X lately. Been riding Harleys for more than 20 years and it's sooo different.. But after seeing this video i'm not giving up! I will practice, i will get more confidence, and i will enjoy it!
@trishschofield780811 ай бұрын
👏 Great video and info thanks Amanda.❤
@clifffawcett11 ай бұрын
Rain can’t stop this crew 😊
@AstheMagpieFlies11 ай бұрын
🤗❤️
@chonkyb313411 ай бұрын
What a great training class!
@AstheMagpieFlies11 ай бұрын
It was!!
@davidslate200511 ай бұрын
Honda, all Amanda's fans thank you.
@BudzzableRides9 ай бұрын
Looks like great training for any rider.
@clivecro49715 ай бұрын
Wonderful to see the women bossing these machines and smashing the glass ceiling to pieces, very small never again repairable small pieces. ❤😊🎉