Bikes and Backdrops - In Full Swing

[@frankysworld]

Nice one, Jeff. It wasn't in reference to Janner Fox, but it might as well could be - castles would be too fancy for him. Though he is known for residing in a Gin Palace many moons ago, but not as a king - more a bar steward! You should ask him about it, it is a great story involving a man named after an elephant and dancing with donkeys. That outfit (The Gin Palace Bar stewards) still exists and they still roam the Irish roads raising funds for charity and licking ice creams. 😁

[@Saddlebags73]

🤣🤣🤣 Pahahaaa, well thanks for the laugh and of course the photo. I just assumed John + Camp = Janner 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@exeterrider]

70 photos what a turnout! Blimming good idea this was. Phil Green wins for me, not that it's a competion. Strange little house, could be a good dooer upper for me. Look forward to the next one. I'll try a different bus stop👍

[@-old-school-motorcyclesltd]

Good one steve Loving the bus stop .. hey bike looks well niice 😍

[@exeterrider]

@@-old-school-motorcyclesltd 😂👍🙏

[@Saddlebags73]

The photos are still coming, and like yours some of them are brilliant 🤪 I won’t go making it a competition, but yes, Phil’s photo is excellent 👌🏼 I’d love to live in that little house, so if you could keep the price down that’ll be great 😊 Thanks for the pic mate. Look forward to using one of the others you sent me 🤣

[@paulstredwick]

That was fun. Looking forward to ER’s next entry. The bus shelter will take some beating.

[@Saddlebags73]

Thanks for yours, Paul. I liked it very much. Oh he beats the bus shelter, I promise 🤣

[@LumpyCarbs]

Lovely idea and some great shots. Love the country lanes too. Almost as nice as ones in Devon😉

[@Saddlebags73]

Wait! There’s lanes in Devon too? 🤣 Thank you muchly LC 🙂👍🏼

[@jannerfox9292]

Brilliant video my friend, I had to stay in my tent, just look wat those feckers have done to my castle! 😉😉

[@Saddlebags73]

🤣🤣🤣 brilliant! Thanky kindly Janner. Working on the REI special now 👍🏼

[@paulholmes1682]

When I notice a derelict building, I always wonder about the lives lived there, the warmth of the fireside and the laughter, oops must stop rambling but great idea to include viewers photos 👍

[@Saddlebags73]

Ah yes that is exactly how I feel about these places. It’s kind of sad to see them empty. Much appreciated, thanks Paul. All the best Jeff

[@andrewchrysanthou1744]

Great video , 😉✨ thanks for showing my picture.👍 Brilliant idea. Love E.R Bus stop 😂 . All the best mate ✨👌

[@exeterrider]

@@andrewchrysanthou1744 it's proved so popular, I'm thinking of printing some off. 25 perhaps limited edtion, £55 including p&p each.... Nothing ventured an all that.

[@Saddlebags73]

Thanks to you, Andrew. I’m grateful for the opportunity to share these photos with others. The bus stop…..well, it got some attention that’s for sure. Not as much as the next one from ER will get, I promise 🤣 All the best 😎👍🏼

[@CornishMotorcycleDiaries]

I remember Bray Shop well as when I was the CPN for the area, I used to pass through often and I recall taking that LH turning as a short cut.

[@Saddlebags73]

Yes if you continue along it comes out on the A388 (I think), the main road between Launceston and Callington 👍🏼

[@jimsadler8704]

An exciting new topic for your evergreen channel, SB, with some cracking pictures. I'll have to get my rear end out of the chair and, weather permitting, seek out somewhere unusual. I do like ER's bus stop but our local one is more flavourful with slime and moss growing all over it.

[@Saddlebags73]

Thank you very much indeed Jim. Yours will be included in a future episode for certain. I really do hope to inspire others to get out and have a good look around. Ah a mossy bus stop - that’s porn in ER’s book 🤪

[@jimsadler8704]

@@Saddlebags73 I think he's already made an offer to Stagecoach.

[@Saddlebags73]

@@jimsadler8704 Pahahaaa!

[@BlakesPipes]

If I can use the word , LOVELY video! A great watch this morning

[@Saddlebags73]

I prefer that to a lot of other words you could have used 🤣 Thank you so much Blake 🙏🏻

[@economicalrides]

Very nice Jeff. I didn't give you any context to any of my pictures but there isn't much of a story to any of them, truth be told. If you watch tomorrow's video of me taking the pictures for you, you will get a little bit of context. But I am basically just keeping things nice and simple for you. None of my pictures have an interesting story, so you can just flash them up and say "Something, somewhere in Spain" and job done. You won't even have to pull over 😂 I'm kind like that ! Cheers you two, have a great week ! Us two ❤🐕

[@Saddlebags73]

Thanks Garry. I’ll use my imagination 🤣 Looking forward to seeing the video 😀 Thanks us two. All the best from you two ❤️

[@TheMatlockBiker]

Ey up Some really cracking photos, very interesting 👍

[@Saddlebags73]

Thank you very much TMB. This is very enjoyable for me and a privilege to have the opportunity to share these shots 👍🏼

[@stepheneldridge6998]

Excellent video my friend...the bikes and backdrops is a fab idea...and this way of weaving the photos into your regular video is spot on . Great stuff! Cheers Steve

[@Saddlebags73]

Thank you muchly indeed Steve. I’ve been sent some great shots and I’m grateful to all the contributors. It’s really nice having the opportunity to share them. All the best Jeff

[@hachewie]

Cracking photos and stories with them.

[@Saddlebags73]

Thanks Chewie! Many more to come, including your own belter 😎

[@SOLOMOTOUK]

Good morning Jeff some nice photos there 👍🏍️

[@Saddlebags73]

Hi Derek! Thank you sir. I’m delighted with the great shots sent in. A privilege to be able to feature them 👍🏼

[@-old-school-motorcyclesltd]

That was brilliant that Jeff thanks for showing my pic … god I’ve got loads me.. loving Exeter riders pic “ time to get off “ that’s how I look at that one ding ding 🛎️ Some great pictures heh did you look in that house could have done an explore 😊😊 put a few pics ion if you see any more may be .. love a good explore even if it’s only the front room Have a great week and love the work Phil

[@Saddlebags73]

No, thank you for sharing and giving me the opportunity to include it. Great shot that 👍🏼 🤣 The bus stop was of course just a bit of fun but it got a good reaction 🙂 Hmm, I didn’t venture into the house. I must admit I used to do that as a youngster. Wouldn’t damage anything, just poke around and imagine what the walls would say if they could. Many thanks Phil, much appreciated. Feel free to send more pics. The more out of the ordinary the better 😎 All the best Jeff

[@michaellilley6725]

What a great idea this was for a series of videos and it's fabulous to see everyone getting onboard. OK Steve I'm getting your sense of humour but at least give us a bit of the history behind this fully restored ancient bus stop. Did David Livingston use it as a stop off in his coach on the way to voyages of discovery? Did Queen Victoria stop in it for a " quickie" ( swig of Lochnagar malt😉😊) with John Brown on their way to her Highland retreat 🤔 Or did David Attenborough hide in the bushes and document the not so secretive mating rituals of the local bird life 😂

[@Saddlebags73]

🤣🤣🤣 ER was telling me the bus stop is on the site of a brothel he frequented. He had no idea it had been replaced until he got there. Devastating 🤪 Many thanks Mr Wolf, much appreciated 👍🏼

[@Banditmanuk]

Some beautiful photos sent in. Carol turns around when she sees grass growing down the middle of the road! Thanks for showing us what we've been missing. It's surprising to still find abandoned houses in the countryside that haven't been snapped up, done up and turned into an air B&B. Fab photo, it almost looked like an old WW2 shot.

[@Saddlebags73]

Yes I’m over the moon with the photos I’ve been sent, some real beauties. Well, I can’t say I blame Carol. Probably the sensible thing to do. You’re right about the abandoned houses. I went to find one I knew of a few weeks ago, only to discover it had a brand new farm shed in its place. I would love to live in the one here, but perhaps not in its current condition. Many thanks Bandit 🙏🏻

[@mrgrizzlyrides]

Some gorgeous piccies there Jeff

[@Saddlebags73]

It’s a real privilege being able to share them. I’m very grateful to all the contributors 🙂 Thanks Neil 👍🏼

[@johnfountain8588]

Great new Format Gives a reason for the ride and destination for the photos different concept from the usual ride out - I will be following for sure and am a subscriber and will continue to watch Enjoyed this presentation looking forward to the next Thanks for the take along and regards from Florida 🦩🦩

[@Saddlebags73]

Ah thank you so much. I really do hope this inspires others to get out there and have a good look around. Very much appreciated All the best Jeff

[@quentingazziola]

Thank you very much Jeff for sharing those wonderful pictures and great stories! I'm looking forward watching your next videos! Take care and ride safe 😄

[@Saddlebags73]

Don’t mention it, Quentin. I’m very grateful for the opportunity to share the shots you sent me. Amazing photographs! Many thanks indeed. Others will be included at later dates 👍🏼 All the best Jeff

[@davidhawkins120]

*Great idea Jeff👍

[@Saddlebags73]

Thanks Mister Dave. It has generated a lot of interest and it’ll be hard to keep on top of, but it’s very enjoyable and a privilege to be able to share some of these great pictures 👍🏼

[@craigyllyn]

Thank you so much for your kind comments and inclusion. Loving these photos 😊

[@Saddlebags73]

Not at all! Thanks for giving me the opportunity to share your photos. Very much appreciated. Cheers CyL 👍🏼

[@Lanes-Explorer5733]

Oh my Jeff this has to be the most wonderful idea. Not only do we get your marvellous ride along fabulous little Cornish lanes in your great company but to have all these bikes and their amazing backdrops is just BRILLIANT! An inspiration 🤗

[@Saddlebags73]

Ah thank you very much Peter. I’m glad you like it. I really do hope I inspire people to get out there and have a really good look around. I have been sent some amazing photos and I’m grateful for the opportunity to share them with others. Thanks again. Jeff

[@icedidi]

Great effort from Exeter Rider 👏👏😆 - some great photos - I have one in mind but the weather is dreadful, as you will know!

[@exeterrider]

Thanks Didi, I have a better bus stop in mind. This is an historic photo of this old bus stop which has been there for over 100 years, but yes granted the shelter has been changed a couple times. Watch this space

[@Saddlebags73]

Oh wait until you see the next one from ER 🤣 Plenty of time, Ice. I have many to get through. Get out there when it clears a bit. Many thanks my friend 👍🏼

[@RandysRides]

Lots of Enfields in your area. I still haven't seen one IRL. Love those lanes surrounded by trees.

[@RandysRides]

I sent you a pic :)

[@Saddlebags73]

Yea they’re cheap and we’re tight :) Nah they have a charm I think. Ah nice one, thanks Randy. I’ll pick it up later 👍🏼

[@HippoDrones]

I always wonder what the story is behind abandoned buildings.... your abandoned house was very cool. Ahh it was good of ER to try at least! 😀 Hahahaha

[@Saddlebags73]

I do too. Bet it has a thousand stories to tell. I’d like to fix it up and move in, but ER plans on turning it into a bus stop 🤷🏻‍♂️ Thank you mate 👍🏼

[@HippoDrones]

@@Saddlebags73 🤣

[@PeterHolland-mu7yn]

Hello Jeff sent you 3 photos sorry ER Garry made me do it 🤣 enjoyed your last two vids chap so subscribed to see what happens next. Classic red chrome 350 riser formely lived in Steve’s neck of the woods( Exeter rider) now resident in France, pontorson, nr Mont st Michel …. Pete🇫🇷

[@Saddlebags73]

Hi Peter, or Bonjour. I just picked your photos up - they’re fantastic, thank you so much. Lived near Steve eh? I shan’t hold that against you. I really appreciate you showing an interest and will definitely be featuring your pics. Cheers Jeff

[@volt8684]

Great buddy

[@Saddlebags73]

Much appreciated Volt. Thank you mate. Hope you’re doing okay 👍🏼

[@Motoramblings]

Fantastic photos!!!

[@Saddlebags73]

Thank you Patrick. It’s a privilege being able to share them 👍🏼

[@Tojj29]

Great vid buddy, cracking photos 👌

[@Saddlebags73]

Thank you kindly Toj. Yes I’ve been sent some real crackers 👍🏼

[@kenbrooks7794]

Good format mate, it works well and folk are responding so looks like its going to be popular. ER barged right in and stole the show though didnt he? I havent got any bus shelters up here to top that! 😂👍

[@lilynorthover8378]

Fairy Cross 😉

[@kenbrooks7794]

@lilynorthover8378 Yes, that's unique Lilly, that would take some beating shelter wise! 😉

[@lilynorthover8378]

@@kenbrooks7794 there is another at Jacobstowe I think 🤔

[@Saddlebags73]

Cheers Ken. I’m enjoying this, been sent some cracking shots, and of course the one from ER 🤦🏻‍♂️ That’s nothing on the next one from him though, honestly 🤣 Thank you mate 👍🏼

[@Saddlebags73]

@lilly Oh yes, I know Fairy Cross. That’s about all that’s there isn’t it?

[@peter236uk1]

Great stuff Jeff

[@Saddlebags73]

Cheers Pete 🫡

[@TheSpectre223]

Thank you very much for the inclusion mate!

[@Saddlebags73]

Not at all! Thank you very much for sharing it. Cracking shot that is 👍🏼

[@flatcapcaferacer]

Great concept and entertaining as well! I'd like to see a old abandoned WWII airfield .

[@Saddlebags73]

Wow! It just so happens that whilst out filming an episode of Royal Enfielder’s Ireland - Bikes & Backdrops yesterday, I stopped at the control tower on a WWll airfield. That’ll be out in a couple of weeks. Many thanks Flat Cap 👍🏼

[@simongilbert2704]

that house ?? looks great to me , - may have to tidy mine up to compete ;;;;

[@Saddlebags73]

🤣 I’d love to live there. I think ER wants to turn it into a bus stop.

[@zedcharlie]

Good job binmen did.nt come along when you left bike outside the ruined house 😮

[@Saddlebags73]

🤣🤣🤣 Don’t talk rubbish!

[@zedcharlie]

@@Saddlebags73 so it's trash talk now 🙄😀

[@Saddlebags73]

@@zedcharlie 🤣🤣🤣

[@simongilbert2704]

that wall painting looks amazing , , how the hell did they pull that off /?

[@Saddlebags73]

Long brushes? Looks amazing eh :)

[@AliasMrHackenbacker]

Some great photos in the vlog, the photo that ER sent in, was it taken when he was waiting for the bus home after his battery failed on the Meteor?

[@exeterrider]

I was hoping someone would take it with the keys left in , but went back the next day and it was still there!

[@AliasMrHackenbacker]

@@exeterrider Reminds me of years ago I had a CZ 175 which was my most unreliable bike. I never used to lock it up and if you know anything about CZs they could be started by sticking a 6" nail in the key slot. Nobody took that bike! Would have have another?.........NOT a bleeding chance!

[@Saddlebags73]

🤣🤣🤣

[@Stefan_trekkie]

Hello Jeff.. Since i'm bikeless at the moment (temporary), can I make pic with my bicycle instead?

[@Saddlebags73]

Hi Stefan 👋🏼 Absolutely! That’ll be even more out of the ordinary 👌🏼 Take care while getting the shots. Thank you kindly.

[@davidoram3423]

How should I send you a photo?

[@davidoram3423]

Sorry, just seen your address!

[@Saddlebags73]

No problem! Thank you for taking an interest 👍🏼