Bear Eats Baguette - Romania - P2T EP17

The17 th installment of my 5000 mile solo road trip to the Balkans on board the mighty BMW R1250 GS Adventure.
In this episode, I endeavor to save the footage and narrate a bit of chatter over some of the travel scenes. Simple really.
Permission to Torque is a Mental Health movement set up to show others that you "get it" by displaying a discrete symbol for others to take comfort in. Its not about sitting around in a circle feeling sorry for yourself, its about shared experience and getting out there to find out what makes us happy - this is the aim of my trip and why I am sharing it on KZbin, the good days and the inevitable bad ones too.
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[@augis16]

Great content as always, don't worry about the mic issues, we enjoy the views and the comentery too!

[@davidscott7238]

Chris your so hard on yourself at times this has been some of the best stuff you have ever done and can only be humbled by how hard this was for you but you kept keeping on Awesome job

[@erdoszoli]

The city you have been talking about at 7:28 is called Baile Herculane, it was a really popular and famous spa town in the 19th and 20th century, it’s a shame to see it so ran down today. Looking forward to the next episode Chrissy! 😁

[@Pytte]

the baths there are not maintained unfortunately except for a few private people doing their own thing.. there are great trips in the mountains around Herculane though.

[@eedragonr]

Obviously the "cultural" Brits are not able to carry their own backpack

[@r12004rewy]

Hey Chris I can see the hurt in your eyes i really hope things will get better for you you bring happiness to so many people don't be so hard on yourself for a slight technical issue the entire series has been fantastic and you have done a brilliant job, where you go from here on the trip I don't know but just a huge thank you for what you have done and everyone wishes you happiness

[@stevenphilcock4178]

Nearly had a big reveal but managed to keep it a PG 😊Great content Chris - Loving this trip vid series - it's almost like we are all along with you for the ride!! Keep them coming ❤❤

[@perrancater3495]

Been watching your videos for years, you got me into motorcycles and it’s been a pleasure watching your video evolve from GSXR trips to London to GS world tours. Stay exactly who you are my friend. Takes courage to do a solo trip of this magnitude and to capture it as well as you’ve done is amazing. Love your content. Massive fan. Bye.

[@rustandoil]

No need for apologies fella!... This is a fantastic trip, thanks for taking me along 👍🏻

[@GS_riders1250]

Woop was getting worried about ya Mr Grumble 🎉

[@Magmax30]

Romania has over 990km of used motorways not 90km. Thank you for your bike ride and the views it's nice.

[@kristickristic6298]

Thank you for pointing it out to the potential UK tourists!! Nota bene to/for the UK know-it-all... Switching from miles u.s.w to km..., hard-ish... and perhaps a little bit of reconnaissance wouldn't hurt that much, just saying...-a little bit of help will help, Mr baron...

[@kristickristic6298]

Thanks!

[@olliety]

I think the narration came out brilliantly mate!

[@philipjames3526]

Just been to România. Had a bear run towards us as we were hiking in one of the forests. They felt less cute than they look in the video. This video. Great commentary and video Baron

[@rorysandison7954]

I liked that? A different vibe to usual! Kinda like your retelling an anecdote! As usual, brilliant, thanks!

[@barryrose4850]

Great episode of your journey and you made what could of been a loss to us a gain in every way. Top man you rock bruv 👍

[@lyonesse9083]

Hey Chris - Forget the mic issues. Not important- your commentary is as usual great. Thoroughly enjoyed the whole thing!! Keep em coming!

[@saintetienne755]

After all these years you are still one of the first i click on when i see you post. Never forget your value

[@Bunchofhelmets]

Love this series, it's nice to know and see how others cope with their mental health to. Always had issues myself and it's nice knowing we're not alone. You've pushed me to do my own little mini trip to Nurb with a good friend for some boys time with race cars and track driving. Keep it up my dude!

[@JoeAchilles1]

Another brilliant video mate, you recovered the mic issues perfectly ❤

[@nicholasgage2095]

Thank you and its brilliant you are so honest and say it how it really is.

[@johnbaron5871]

Man, I'm _SO_ glad you posted this today! All day I've been on the verge of cancelling my trip to France, in favour of a Ryanair flight. Thankyou, Chris, for reminding me Why it is we ride motorbikes. It's not just going to see a mate. It's going to see a mate ON MY BIKE!!!!

[@sorinpopa1442]

Lol , 6:28 there a little over 1000 Km of motorways in Romania ^^ and another 500Km or so in the working now . We had only 110km of motorways back in the 90ths.

[@OneTireFire]

This guy spurted so much bad and insufficiently researched information, as well as his own typical ignorant Westerner waffle, that it made me not enjoy this video.

[@seizure8388]

I think you’re being a bit harsh on yourself. Technical issues happen and to be honest, the narration was just as good as the live commentary I’m sure. I’m in awe of what you’ve done. Setting off across Europe on your own. Making it up as you go. I don’t suffer from anxiety, but I’m not sure I would be brave enough to do this. I hope you take the positives from that and cut yourself some slack. I, for one, have loved this BVG content and the “wearing your heart on your sleeve” perspective of your journey, not only through these foreign countries, but through your life.

[@_Archambaud]

Did it have a shit in the woods?

[@AndyH--M7FNM]

thanks Chris for another episode in your epic journey

[@georgeanddaddecker7563]

Love your honesty regarding mental health. I think all men deal with some degree of depression after 30. It may have something to do with altered testosterone levels. I also admired how you worked through the days of depression during this trip. Regardless, love your content and look forward to it.

[@bogdanrus9402]

Oh my! i used to be a sub back in the "ranting on superbikes while commuting through London" era of this channel, then i changed my account and forgot about it, and now this got recommended to me and you're in my magnificent dystopian hellhole of a country! Glad to hear you enjoyed (some of) it! I am immensely happy you ended up at Conacu Boierului, because that's one of the nicest hotels in Romania. Very happy this got recommended to me, now i've got a ton of content to binge watch. Love the new style of video, and the fact that you stuck to the classic Baron video formula :)

[@cisium1184]

The narration went extremely well. This episode lost nothing for lack of a gopro mic.

[@5tevieb954]

Your commentary is excellent Baron 👍

[@7485D]

Those little Haystacky things... They’re little Haystacks

[@22Royston]

Mate, it was different, but no less entertaining - appreciate your efforts- Thanks

[@phatpanda3805]

man you make me want to get my bike licence just for eastern europe trip !

[@andrewmacdonald7888]

Mate this has been my favourite KZbin series ever. Its refreshing to see all the genuine ups and downs of a trip like this. Has definitely inspired me. We are doing 9 days in Germany in July with no real plans. Tbh the audio was fine it was just different. Hopefully not the last one. Been brilliant. One I always can't wait to watch

[@DragosDreamer1989]

RO has a bit more than just 90km of motorway. The longest section is from the main Hungarian border point (Nadlac) to the city of Sibiu.

[@OneTireFire]

A bit more? It has around 1,000 km...

[@jordancrozier6641]

This ride was about YOU!!, we are just tagging along, the videos have been great. Youve done amazingly well and have inspired me to lass my licence and go on a europe trip. Thank you ❤

[@MaxUtley]

A very good episode - Romania looks a great place - have to say I am really glad I don’t ride a GS. So many better bikes for the trip - even better BMW tourers - ah well

[@carolyncook3432]

Always enjoy your videos. Hope you can get some peace and enjoy your life more and more. Praying for you ☺️🙏

[@JohnMichael0226]

No worries on the audio, still a great video as always!

[@andybriggs6343]

I think Chris is maturing. He managed to say "longitudinal rutting" without adding a fnarr-fnarr!!!

[@StreakyGonzalez]

Bravo Chris! The narration was brilliant, keep up the content 👍🏻 smashing!

[@dylanrichardson1269]

Great vid Chris, voice over was perfectly fine. You definitely seem in a better head space than when doing the actual ride. My partner has suffered extreme anxiety for years and i got them in to bikes about 8 years ago. Best thing they have ever done, allows a break from all the thoughts in their head. Keep it up mate, look forward to many more vids from you.

[@smokeybarr]

No idea if this may be affecting you but I suffer from homesickness. There's no rhyme or reason when it kicks in, but the desire to just want to go home is crazy. It's not a distance thing either. I spent two weeks in Australia and didn't have a problem, yet on another occasion spent 4 days skiing in France and for 24 hours all I wanted to do was go home. It then just fades away as quickly as it came on and everything settles down. It's a really difficult feeling to describe to someone who doesn't suffer from it.

[@djharmful]

Lovely video as always Chris! Anxiety can be a bitch but chin up and keep up the great content

[@TremourSphereUK]

Really enjoyed this Chris, Great work! making me want to start motovlogging again.

[@adamberki6306]

A few years earlier you went offroading with the Gixxer. Now complaining about Garmin bringing you via gravel roads on the GS. 😂 Love you Chris.

[@MrBoggins1234]

Chris your commentaries are perfect. Fuck the go pro audio. Fuck the garmin. Keeping on trucking you funny, funny human.

[@xcelmaster4779]

Hey Big Banana, thanks for these videos. Take it easy on yourself. Read The Art of Travel by Alain de Botton. "Instead of bringing back 1600 plants, we might return from our journeys with a collection of small unfeted but life-enhancing thoughts."

[@Gaby83]

😂 Fkin hell Chris, no wonder you liked the freakin' hotel ...it literally translates in english as "The Baron's Mansion" !!!🤣 No joke ! 🙂

[@GB-bx6gz]

I was aspected to see the Transfagarasan road from your “point of view “ ! Disappointed ☹️ ! Anyway the 🐻 bears are very beautiful !

[@shakinsherlock66]

You overthink... Don't stress it, you always manage an entertaining vlog. That's Life. In the words of Alan Partridge, Adapt, Move on Keep on doing what your doing. And hope to pass you on the A272 when I finally drag my arse to Loomies

[@realjx313]

Preconceptions cause you to lose opportunities. You should have stopped at that market and try a few things. Also, on Transfagarasan you missed the Balea lake, Balea waterfall and Poenari Castle ( Vlad the Impaler's actual castle/fortress). Don't make assumptions, just explore,.

[@flamintasty]

Chris, shit happens. In life and with GoPro audio. I still enjoyed it. I think those sheepy bull ram things are called goats 😂

[@danielparker6368]

Love the content, Iv followed BVG for years, you’ve inspired me to get another bike and go touring with my wife. My humble opinion is you are a massive over thinker, I suffer with this. I remember being 12 thinking why won’t my mind calm down and wouldn’t it be better to be (without sounding full of myself) stupid. Keep going Chris you are helping a lot of people 100%

[@MrRazvansogodel]

Hello from Romania !

[@mford9029]

Am really enjoying this series. Thank you Chris.

[@HalfManHalfPirate]

Still enjoyed it despite the mic issues, I can never understand why GoPro can't make a camera that just works without having to buy media mods, dongles etc. but hey ho. Looking forward to the next one !

[@nationalinterest1]

Technical issues are a fact of life.....made no difference as you still produced a great video!!...🖖live long and prosper !

[@ians8254]

Hi mate. You’re doing a great job. Don’t worry about the mic issues. It’s not a miserable video. It’s like you said, life is not a movie. It’s reality. It’s a cliche saying but things do get better. Chin up and keep up the great videos. We love them. Take care.

[@smulismuli7976]

Did you turn your "dick lights" on in the tunnel...that makes up for the lost audio and brightens up everyone's day/life;) Enjoyed watching it

[@mollygrubber]

I hope one day you realize how much you've inspired others with the same afflictions to get out there and just do stuff. Thank you for this. Also, the number of videos I have seen recently where people were completely fucked by a malfunctioning GoPro is staggering. Absolutely not worth trusting right now IMO.

[@FlashNick86]

Ditch the GoPro. I switched to DJI osmo action 3. Never looked back. I haven't had any issues

[@markbailey3027]

Well done Mr grumble, very entertaining 👏

[@_Makanko_]

It's fine Chris, I enjoy waffles. I did not mind the commentary. Lovely scenery

[@churchofbrap876]

Love your videos man. You should do more of these long trips. You could be the male itchy boots, maybe call yourself itchy pants or something 🎉. Keep going man!!

[@georgesutton2538]

You are an absolute f###### legend mate you inspire so many people from their miserable life’s. Thank you sir!

[@DragosDreamer1989]

Careful around the bears! They are getting way too familiar with tourists, because a lot of them throw them food. Remember, those fluff balls are 100kg of muscle with long claws.

[@BadlCompany]

Long time viewer and first time (I think) commenter. Love these videos, as always, but you seem to be a consistently troubled man - have you ever pursued therapy? I wish the best for you but perhaps you don’t have the tools to handle these demons you’ve been dealing with for so many years. Cheers from Texas!!

[@fourpipes]

Honestly mate my heart breaks for you. I think you recovered it well and the voice over worked out fine! If I can offer a word of advise. Your girlfriend seems to be the cause of most of your emotional instability. There’s two options, marry her and bring the relationship into a stable meaningful place for both of you or break up and get distance between you. Either way you need to take a proactive decision that’s in your own best interest. I have been there Chris and can honestly say getting married was the best thing I’ve ever done, from my experience. Not for everyone, I acknowledge but you have to be a special person to make that lifestyle work and it just wasn’t for me. Wishing you all the very best mate. Love your great work. 👍🏻👍🏻

[@bovrilsarnie]

Microphone fckery! you’ve done well Chris, first class series, where next ?

[@sciroccodls]

Nice but you should have tried Transalpina road, wich is much more spectacular, longer and the road is in better shape. Maybe next time :). Best of luck

[@alburns7278]

I worked in Romania , you are correct majority of Romanians are great they had no money however they are so happy & had a positive outlook , it was great to be in a country that folk didnt have a chip on their shoulder & weren't fed the lies of the UK ( I watched EURO news if I watched TV totally different from UK "news" They want us to watch)

[@Komaruoutdoors]

Love it down there, got lost too, and young lad asked if he could help me in perfect English, it turns out he learnt to speak English by playing FIFA in English.

[@hdemi1590]

The commentary was so good, actually prefer it!! No wind noise so I can hear you better, nice background music too haha

[@franklinwilkerson2061]

Adult black/cinnamon bears climb trees but grizzly/brown bears do not.

[@qthqthqth]

Looks like you went to Transfagarasan on the weekend, which then has a lot of traffic. It's much better during working days. Also for me the best part of Transfagarasan is the road around Vidraru lake, not the best surface (but adventure bike can take it easily) and thousand corners (feels like it).

[@gregspice5916]

Chris, try Chinese acupuncture on the ear for anxiety, worked for me. I had it my whole life from childhood, I don't have it anymore!

[@joemoonen9320]

Man! Give yourself permission to be human. We are flawed by nature and as odd as it may sound it's the difficulties on a journey that makes them interesting. Where's the interest if everything is perfect and it all works out? Personally? It's the hurdles that make us jump not the dash to the finish line. Be you, not what you imagine we want of you.

[@chrisk3488]

If I say Romania is the most 'foreign' place I've ever been I'm fairly sure you'll understand .. but as you say the people are great: I got a puncture repaired on a Sunday afternoon and they didn't want to take any money.

[@julienparpet]

The voice over is quite holiday vlogesque... Not the usual ranting about what's in your head while you're riding. You seem lonely dude but remember, we're all here for you and a lot of us feel lonely too. You don't owe us anything so don't be sorry. Chin up, have a cup of tea and get back on your steed to ride another day.

[@joshb7415]

I loved when I went to Romania, I had a girlfriend who was from Romania and she took me to her village and it was so beautiful. There are bad parts, the big cities feel like post soviet hell holes but the country side is lovely

[@alexmorgan3435]

There is only one certainty in life and that's Go Pro will always let you down. They are seriously shit cameras. I use them as well and they are so unreliable. Don't be so hard on yourself. You come across as an observant thoughtful and have to say talented guy who happens to ride bikes quite well. You've got a great narrating voice. It could make you a small fortune.

[@WDXash]

We see what you show us, and we like it! Even though you’ve had technical issues preventing you from showing us additional footage, it’s still great work and looks like a finished video to me.

[@quirogan]

Chris, get yourself some magnessium (capsules or powder), it is a natural anti-depressant. Cheers Brother!

[@the_grumpybiker]

Chris, great series. Can i ask a quick question? Im about to head on a very similar situation solo trip to Spain. I cant seem to get my head around booking places to stay etc. Did you book any hotels in advance on your trip or just go and search? Thanks in advance.

[@grayl2]

Nice way to use the video, been enjoying these vids it’s good to ride along, I’ll never be able to do anything like this so I’m living vicariously through your travels keep up the work 👍

[@gilomoto5148]

Chris this trip looks so amazing. When is the right time eh? I know this was a while back but you should be proud of yourself it takes some big balls to plan a trip like this let alone actually do it on your todd! Fair play sir love your stuff on the tubes be it 44teeth or as the Baron. Cheers.

[@Vtwin_Superbikes]

Those ruts in the road - one of Sydneys most popular roads ( Old Pac) has them as a finished surface on a small section ffs, Im convinced they left it like that to piss off bikers. Also every so often they resurface a section with that liquidy black shit and loose stone topping so for weeks or months you have no confidence in the corners.

[@karlbratby4349]

thanks for the effort to get this to us all... episode was great even though you had the tech issues... totally get where your coming from on this, being pro photographer it is gutting when lose images or footage !!! like you I to would have been well pissed. Great though matey, thanks again

[@ianday3622]

I’m so curious as to what your best encounter audio would have sounded? I’d have been like , a bear it’s a fucking bear , and then probably have stalled the bike right in front of it lol

[@lazermilk1701]

The voiceover was fine, better than no video. The trip may not have solved the problems, but i'm sure its helped and an experience you wont forget.

[@byronhall5145]

Don't wait for the perfect moment, take the moment and make it perfect. You could of put this trip off and then had a serious illness that prevents you from riding again and never be able to do it. Just take each day as it comes and set small achievable goals that will make you feel like you're winning in life

[@elvisthewart670]

The best bike vlogger on utube hands down the best of the best,no bulkshit just honesty from chris.

[@davesnowpros6785]

No-one there. But I just got back from a tour to the Stelvio Pass. There are about a million German GS owners there.

[@Balsalmo]

3:01 I found that allowing the bike to wander how it wants when riding a surface like that makes it significantly less tiring even if it feels hairy, same as riding offroad basically. Cornering though is a different story.

[@videonunta]

14:10 The english translation of that hotel's name is actually something like The Baron's Mansion, so it was quite fitting :p

[@Preidak]

Yay nice, I've been waiting for this one. Welcome to my home country.

[@hwdfisher]

Well done mate, you're honesty is refreshing and you'll figure it out. It's just not as easy as in the movies ;-).

[@2002RM]

Sheepy Bull Ram things are called Goats. Goats.

[@OtisENGINEuity]

The roads up at high elevation are often shit because when they freeze it can break up the asphalt and when they run a snow plow over them it ruins the surface. It's the same here in California, you can always tell the snow line because all of a sudden the roads get rough. They can also tend to grind them to allow the ice and water to go down in the grooves while the high spots stay clear and give you some grip.

[@jezza1421]

Not convinced it was a stupid thing to do, or the wrong time. All part of life's rich pageant. You may not see it now, but it will all drop into place

[@marktomlin4702]

Fantastic keep going its amazing I’ve been there and come out the other side but could not have done what you’ve done on you tube showing everybody a vulnerable side love you channel

[@TinyPaperClip]

No climatic top of the mountain view with fireworks and a romantic kiss? Guess this is real life.