Coast & Mountains | Solo Motorcycle trip through Westland District New Zealand [E10 - S6]

[@nickbenfell4327]

I live in Christchurch NZ and have several times ridden from Greymouth all the way south to Jackson Bay and then over the Haast Pass. Just utterly fantastic scenery and the roads are a delight to ride. Will be doing it again mid- November.

[@normanbakker3587]

Dear Runa, I want to thank you for taking me along on your beautiful journey. I think I have watched them all, and the things that make it special is that you are so down to earth. So uncomplicated, so chill. I love it. Your filming technique is fabulous and the drone is fantastic and i love your taste in music. Why do I write to you now? I’m terminally ill and don’t have much time left. I would have loved to follow in your footsteps and trails but that’s not going to happen anymore. So I want you to know how much pleasure it has given me to follow you and see all the beautiful things on your way. You are a lovely person and I wanted to let you know you make a difference to many people. Especially to me. So dear Runa, keep going and keep riding and take us along! Thanks again! Best regards Norman.

[@OffSheGoesADV]

Norman, your comment left me with a lump in my throat. Thank you so much for your kind words. I'm so very sorry to hear about your situation. It's a true pleasure to be able to share my travels and experiences with you guys. I feel incredibly privileged to be able to do what I do, and you better know I will continue to travel and create content for as long as I can! Once again, thank you Norman for your kindness, and I hope you are doing well despite your situation.

[@normanbakker3587]

@@OffSheGoesADV Dear Runa thank you for your sweet reply. I’ll be following as long as I can. Kind regards Norman.

[@ekkiplicht7283]

Beautiful landscapes, beautifully presented :) Many thanks

[@-W8WHAT]

Those stars are magical aye Runa 🙃 i am sure you can see millions more than anywhere else in the world. Another great episode....thanks 👌✌

[@OffSheGoesADV]

They really are 🤩 Could stare at them for hours, and I did through the trip! So, so nice

[@popeye77ish]

Awesome episode, Runa. I fully understand and can relate to what you say about the mountains and water, there is something so special and timeless about it. Cheers from Canada. Mark

[@OffSheGoesADV]

Thank you, Mark! 😊 It sure is. it has a way of making you feel so small, and unimportant, in strange but good way.

[@Goatpimp]

Familiar places for me through different eyes. Bikes are a lot of fun on that road if the weather cooperates. One road in and out, take lots of time heaps to do.

[@Fenix_Projects]

Runa, for me, these awesome episodes show your ever evolving vlogging"skills". This episode (and previous ones) is so beautiful, it shows the hard work of filming, in so many angels, really capturing the magic of the moment, the very clear use of the satellite maps in addition of the classic paper map, the added voice over comments ... all this combined with your own editing style ... makes for an amazing format. And ofcourse that feeling of wonder and amazement when seeiing yet another stunning view, plain happiness, that big smile ... i suspect only fellow travellers can really grasp these feelings. What made me smile especially was your FOMO explanation ... guilty as charged, hahaha, that one gets me on every singel travel. How many times i've turned back the next day after realising i drove past a special viewpoint/place. For then at the end of the vacation driving like crazy, making up for the lost time to get to the end destination on time. Also your mentioning of the starfilled clear nightsky ... not many realise how limited our nightsky view is due to city lightpollution. When there is no danger of beiing eaten alive by all kinds of bugs, it can be a humbling experience watching this awesome view of our little corner in the universe. So many awakened memories by watching this vlog ... 👌🥰👍

[@OffSheGoesADV]

Aaah thank you! 🥰 One of the things I love the most about editing is to be able to re experience the whole trip again! So many little things that we so easily forget. That day was a great one, with so many nice spots and places and views along the way! Thank you for watching and for noticing how I try to evolve as an content creator!

[@DonQuixote547]

What a wonderful country to ride a motorcycle, good roads, civilised people, beautiful scenery. I envy you!

[@kiwimotoadv]

Another wonderful episode Runa showcasing how stunning our fair country is. Thank you for sharing your experiences with us all.

[@OffSheGoesADV]

Thank you for following along! I had high expectations going to New Zealand, and it really lived up to it!

[@martinforrester8249]

I love your relaxed, natural manner. You have a very calming vibe and fun to hear your story. 😊

[@erikbarkefors2441]

Beautiful films as usual and long enough clips so I have time to absorb the content. I appreciate the texts in the left corner with position and other things!

[@erikbarkefors2441]

There seem to be many single lane bridges. What are the rules there?

[@-W8WHAT]

@@erikbarkefors2441 Give way signs on one side (Red smaller arrows) means stop until way is clear....... when clear you can proceed to cross, traffic on other side then has to give way to you and anyone already crossing. Works well as no one wants to be stuck in the middle playing chicken lol 👍

[@walkinphos9040]

Thank you for the hard work of filming and editing for us Runa. Like many of your followers, I too enjoy coming along on you adventures. Your videos are "easy" to watch and listen to. New Zealand is on my short list, maybe someday I'll get there. Norway too. See you on the next one. "Skal" from Canada.

[@OffSheGoesADV]

Thank you very much! That's kind of you 😊 It's a pleasure sharing my trips and all the experiences with you guys! Much more to come 😍 Skål!

[@gc33]

Heading home in February with my good friend and his son. I am so. Looking forward to sharing with them where I cut my teeth riding. I grew up in hokitika... Now living in Perth Western Australia..

[@Virendra_vani]

Newziland was soooo good, so beautiful

[@martinbynion1589]

Lovely to see my beloved Te Wai Pounamu through Norwegian eyes! Your videos are a wonderful treat to a Kiwi, Runa, allowing me to see some places I have never visited. Just a wee note re Mount Aspiring: the word is pronounced "Ass-Pie-Ring" and is from the verb "to aspire". ie, to aim for better or higher things Just as you do with your epic motorcycle tours! 🙂

[@profeluna8396]

I'm impressed! I can't believe there is so much beauty ❤

[@OffSheGoesADV]

Me too! Such a stunning country 😍

[@Sohelrana-nz3ey]

Beautiful 🤩🤩🤩🤩

[@rabh6746]

Just spectacular, New Zealand is just breathtaking👌Awesome video Runa👍

[@grahama187]

So glad your are enjoying this beautiful country we get to live in. There is a whole other world of beauty out there on the water around the Hauraki Gulf and Bay of Islands.

[@gerardcullen5131]

Amazing country New Zealand is epic scenery lovely video Runa

[@salmanansari3760]

I love your voice I don't know why I have become so attached to your voice that I too watch any one of your videos and go to sleep. May God keep your voice as loving as this. Love your voice and your eyes.

[@OffSheGoesADV]

Awh thank you! Thats very kind of you 😊

[@azmirulaswad811]

Hi🙋🏻‍♂️how are you,is the brand your jacket you are using,is good quality?

[@johnh9031]

A great voice for meditation or children’s book storytelling. Very soothing

[@robertmauter6493]

As always a great attitude and joy you find in your surroundings, be safe as always and do look forward to what’s next. Rob U.S.

[@OffSheGoesADV]

Thank you, Rob! 😊

[@RoySpencer-r4d]

Thankyou for sharing your journey with us .

[@OffSheGoesADV]

It's my pleasure, Roy! 😊

[@simonwyatt1161]

Another nice video Runa, i like your films the best on youtube for the honest, pure , love you show in them. Im sure most of us feel we know you. Currently the south is snow and ice every where, once it warms Im off for another south Island lap on my Grom. You'll need to come back, but for longer next time😊

[@OffSheGoesADV]

Thank you, Simon! That's very kind of you 😊 I sure need to come back, there is still so much left to see! Riding a Grom around there sounds like a lot of fun 😃

[@simonwyatt1161]

@OffSheGoesADV Riding a Grom with panniers, is at the same speeds your speedo shows on you video's. So I've decided that Im not slow! Keep your head held high, and ride with a 😊

[@avinandanbhadra1274]

10:00-10:40 The view is just spectacular followed by exceptional drone shots😍😍😍🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰😍😍🥰🥰❤️❤️❤️😍😍😍🥰🥰🥰❤️❤️❤️

[@rezajourney75]

Runa is a pretty angel. She doesn't have a pair of wings, she doesn't raide an unicorn, she ride a bike.

[@adventureswithham2223]

Nice one Runa ❤ you hit the jackpot with the weather on the coast. It can be a fickle mistress there

[@tlagkrtn]

oh~ Beautiful !! UV rays will age you

[@ManWithADream]

Hi Runa, So happy you enjoyed your great NZ trip, yes around nearly every corner there is a new spectacular view. I was lucky to do the west coast about 10 years ago and was able to walk over a few hills to the ice cave mouth of the stream flowing under FOX Glacier. It has now melted retreated far back high up the valley. Cant wait for your Te Anau - Milford Sound episode, I drove that twice because I just had to go back again. Another terrific video and great sound choice Runa, thanks so much for sharing again.🤩🤩🤩🦘🦘

[@jinordnes]

Thank you for another stellar episode! 🤩

[@OffSheGoesADV]

And thank you for watching! 😄

[@vitorvilasboas9330]

🏍👍🏻👍🏻 Hola daqui do Brasil 🇧🇷 para Nova Zelândia! Viva Vida Viajando! 👍🏻👍🏻👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@waynewilliams839]

Runa the most amazing thing I've ever seen on you tube is the sandflys on the tent! Thanks 😊

[@OffSheGoesADV]

They were quite intens 😂

[@michaelandersson1748]

Längesedan jag tittade på dina filmer nu och den här förgyllde verkligen denna regniga dag

[@OffSheGoesADV]

Så hyggelig å høre! 😊

[@vancrosby794]

At 1400 the way you were standing looking out over the water reminded me of a Viking conqueror-------Runa the brave! Nice Vid Taksa! :-)

[@silewis65]

Runa, such relaxing, informative videos that make us feel we can share your experiences through your eyes & ears, always makes me want to get out and explore on the bike! Looking forward to the Collab with Thomas too. You are very similar spirits in motorcycle travels 🙌🏼😎

[@amritmaan6131]

Very beautiful nature ride ❤❤❤

[@BlackThor15]

Great video Runa! Thanks for sharing such awesome trip! 👍👍

[@OffSheGoesADV]

Thank you for following along!😃

[@thetubelesschannel]

Almost unneeded to say, a great movie again 🙂 Yeah we love the mountains and the fjords. West is best also there 😉But those flies 😲

[@OffSheGoesADV]

Thank you very much 😄 Bugs sure know how to take some of the fun out of camping 😂

[@hd_creator4390]

Thank you so much for providing this great peaceful feeling to us this morning that a ride through beautiful nature gives. Today I will only commute to work on the bike, but I am blessed to have a way to work that takes me 67km through a very nice landscape. Tomorrow evening I will be on my way to Austria 🇦🇹 and Italy 🇮🇹 if my plan works out. Your video reminded me how much I am looking forward to a few days in the alpine mountains ⛰. Take care, greetings from Bavaria in Germany 🇩🇪.

[@OffSheGoesADV]

Thank you very much, and I hope you have a great ride and enjoy yourself a ton! 😃

[@mohamedelghzawi1199]

❤مشاءالله تبارك الله ❤❤❤

[@robertbenjamins5903]

Okarito is awesome, I saw my first wild Kiwi bird there! Great to see some of these places again but from a motorcyclists point of view 😊

[@simonpaintsunday2377]

Great video. You should love Fiordland. It can be beautiful. If you go to Milford Sound in the rain, there are 1000 waterfalls. It's incredible.

[@RonGray-w6i]

Once again beautiful video great job! So my wife and I ride 2up on a KTM 890 so we can relate.keep your videos coming

[@OffSheGoesADV]

Thank you! I hope you've had some good trips this summer, say hi to your wife 😃

[@ranarudra3547]

Nice video 🎉🎉

[@Enar-t3b]

Beautiful 👍👍

[@PaulvanBuren-1492]

Jaw dropping views, whish I was there

[@r80ambNZ]

I remember seeing you at the Wanaka BP and then giving you a wave as I past going down the Crown Range in the very dense mist on the way to Queenstown. You were stopped looking out to the misty wilds of the south. A shame the weather wasn’t playing ball as there are normally fantastic views from that spot. Great content.

[@HeimVegenAdvbike]

Tropics to Tundra and moving on from Fox Glacier was rewarded 👌😊

[@OffSheGoesADV]

It sure was 😄 So many good views in one day - the everchanging landscape keeping it interesting from beginning to end

[@jeffhennings6579]

Absolutely beautiful Video u had a incredible trip for sure

[@OffSheGoesADV]

Thank you Jeff! It was amazing from beginning to end!

[@dasgerausch6656]

Great one, thank you! Concerning nighttime photos I think Leonor could help 😊

[@OffSheGoesADV]

I think so too! 😁

[@RoyBarnes-v9p]

Hi Runa, your so right you can't start the day better than you did, you may have missed some views due to mist and low cloud, but once cleared wow you had some lovely views, I thought it was raining when you were in the tent, those sand flies are unbelievable, just like you give me mountains ⛰️ and rivers and were in are element, Really enjoyed your video! Look forward to the next. Best wishes from Roy in England 😊.

[@OffSheGoesADV]

Hi, Roy! And thank you, glad you liked it 😃 It was a bummer that I could not view all of the mountains, but not for long! Those evening views sure made up for it 😍

[@TravelTrends]

🎉🎉🎉

[@tuncaydemir2198]

Lots of love from Turkey❤

[@NZsarge1]

Riding into Wanaka will have you giddy 😂, you’re doing an excellent job of showcasing the beauty of New Zealand’s countryside and an enjoyable vlogging video 👍🏼

[@harir7162]

Runa, it's a long time I saw you, the reason is due to busy schedules of job. More than that I thought U will be showing Northern Lights in Norway, but disappointed. Ok, enjoy New Zealand trip and make us also happy. 😀😍😍😍👌👌👌👌

[@datractor]

Whitakers chocolate and a pie, pretty much a kiwi now 😁

[@-W8WHAT]

So true... 😄

[@OffSheGoesADV]

Haha 😂 I like it!

[@gordonroberts8206]

Always looking forward to your next episode's ❤

[@OffSheGoesADV]

Thank you, really appreciate it 😄 Have a great wedneWsday, Gordon!

[@avinandanbhadra1274]

4:50 The view is so beautiful 😍😍😍😍🥰🥰❤️❤️❤️🥰🥰🥰🥰❤️❤️

[@athrongthonger3864]

0:57 0:58 0:58 0:59 0:59 beautiful beautiful beautiful 🎉🎉🎉

[@richardbrown9344]

Beautiful ❤

[@ARISKORAKIDIS]

Wonderful landscape 👍💪

[@atpete137]

Great quality film-making Runa

[@OffSheGoesADV]

Thank you! Glad you liked it 😄

[@geofflewis8599]

strålende!

[@theearl1309]

I did the same trip a couple of months after you and most places had no sandflies. It was below zero at night however so they must hibernate when it gets cold enough. Love your vids.

[@OffSheGoesADV]

Ah perhaps thats the trick, to travel later in the season! Although that would be very cold camping 🥶

[@fireman12464]

Great episode Runa !!!! 👌🏼🤩

[@OffSheGoesADV]

Thank you, Eric! 😄

[@heinschwartz7941]

Mountains & rivers 👌

[@OffSheGoesADV]

And ocean! So much great stuff in a day 😃

[@thieudtcvlogs6312]

Chào bạn của tôi,tôi luôn giỏi theo bạn và trái nghiệm những cung đường tuyệt đẹp phong cảnh hung vĩ,đó là một chuyến đi tốt đẹp chữa lành,tôi thích bạn,bạn thật tuyệt❤❤

[@JBP_ADV]

Loved the episode Runa🙂

[@OffSheGoesADV]

Thank you! So many good spots in one day 😃

[@athollmcnicoll1028]

As per usual here I sit in my nice cosy lounge, while outside its teaming down rain and winds are hammering the building but do I care - Not a jot as again I've been to New Zealand with Runa.

[@OffSheGoesADV]

Aaah I that sounds cozy! Thank you Atholl, and I hope the weather clears up soon ☀️

[@alexandrelima7240]

I fell in love with those little red eyes...

[@valteapachuau522]

❤ from Mizoram💕💕

[@AyoubAyoub-mw1me]

كم هدا رائع رونا واصلي ابداعك وتميزك اتمنى ان اصبح سائق دراجة متلك ❤😂🎉 واصلي تقدمك

[@mingos_t7wr]

Muito top gostava de fazer uma aventura desse tipo 👍✌️

[@khiengjaiandfamily]

❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@JEmmertz]

You really seem to enjoy yourself on this ride through New Zealand, and I just can't blame you, Runa! It has the potential to sail up as a country to enjoy as much as your own Norway - you just trade mosquitos with sand flies... 😜

[@OffSheGoesADV]

Oh you bet I did! Norway got real competition with this country 😍 Although like you say, I think I would have actually preferred mosquitoes over sandflies 😆 But hey its a small price to pay!

[@JEmmertz]

@@OffSheGoesADV Handing over a giant box of extra Permethrin. 🤣

[@Motoenthusiast-c8j]

Definitely vedio quality differs, GoPro camera gives much clarity than this camera in 4k. n the vlog is really nice, always happy to watch your vlogs, from India 🇮🇳❤

[@caztroll]

One mosquito can bug you all night. Or 10 million sandflys in your tent.. I remember camping in Haast, and there were so many sandflys, we were just about breathing them. you got lucky with the weather. It rains there ALOT.

[@robertupchurch8088]

Beautiful! Maybe sand flies want to subscribe 😂

[@OffSheGoesADV]

Hahah I wish! There were so many of them 😂

[@ShamimJahuri]

New Zealand heaven on earth. Runa is my best. You are truly a gift from God. You my comfort and joy.shamim 🦋 ⚘ 👫 👏 🎎🧚‍♂️💑🦋

[@petersuares6705]

Bushman's spray for sandflies and Rid cream on bites don't scratch 😅 where are you now home or on the bike cheers Runa

[@OffSheGoesADV]

I've never tried bushman but I have heard good things about it! Right now I'm home for about a week before hitting the road again 😃 This summer has been busy with lots of different events!

[@RoyCoffee-w5b]

👋

[@wonkothesane7000]

I'm impressed. I rate Pleasant Flat Sandflies as some of the worst in NZ.

[@craigmayall7513]

I'm so fortunate living in NZ now and even more so that i will be doing a similar tour to you. Bucket list is (my home) Tauranga to Invercargill Motorcycle Mecca Museum on my BMW F900xr and you have given me so many ideas. I just booked Klondyke corner!! Thanks Runa, if it wasn't for watching your vlog I probably wouldn't be planning my trip for February 2025 . Hey, a very serious question.....any tips on dealing with the sand flies. Seems like it's a big deal so any advice would DEFINITELY be appreciated. I am concerned it might ruin the trip. I think they like Nordik blood...

[@OffSheGoesADV]

That is awesome, Craig 😃 Happy to hear you got your trip planned, I have no doubt you will have a wonderful time! I got so many different advice on sandflies through these episodes but I can hardly remember any 😂 DEET is probably a safe bet, tea three oil should be good (worked alright for scratching too), anti histamin cream, some mentioned vinegar but not sure you would want to travel with that. Other than that, just make sure to cover up! Put your pant legs into your socks etc.

[@avinandanbhadra1274]

Please be careful, Please be safe Runa ji , I will pray for you, God bless you with lot's and lot's and lot's of love, health, happiness, safety and prosperity ❤️😍😍❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🥰🥰🥰❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🥰🥰🥰🥰❤️❤️❤️❤️🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@JoonesAdventuresMC]

Epic, Stunning, Amazing, fantastic, breath-taking it could go on and on and on. I can only agree with everything @Fenix_Projects says. 🥰 The only thing that was a little scary was all the sand-flies

[@OffSheGoesADV]

Hahah I had the same feeling after this day - hardly enough words to describe the joy it fills you with! Thank you Jonas, for always coming back to watch my videos 🥰

[@JoonesAdventuresMC]

@@OffSheGoesADV Thank you for be a source of inspiration and for the fantastic job you are doing. 🫶🇳🇴

[@PaulSmith-bb7lv]

Great video, as always. Someone should pay a scientist to eradicate sandflies (totally) and then the West Coast and Fiordland would be paradise.

[@vitalijsbauers3197]

👍👍👍!

[@OffSheGoesADV]

😄

[@ferco59fcg]

👍👏👏👏👏✌️🇪🇦

[@sceniccrystal]

❤👌👏👍

[@avinandanbhadra1274]

11:14 🙂🙂🙏🙏🙏🙏🙂🙂🙏🙏

[@brianbennett6978]

Wish you could ride the USA. The Appalachian and Rocky Mountains.

[@OffSheGoesADV]

I most definitely will sometime! SO much fantastic landscape over there!

[@PaulG.x]

You can say you saw the glacier while there was one

[@OffSheGoesADV]

True, I did see a little bit of it!

[@packrat61]

We have a great county for riding dont we have you done the north island yet ??? There is a motorcycle rally coming up on the 30th of August to the 1st of September its called the Cold Kiwi if you up here try and get to it it is the longest runnjng rally in New Zealand 47 years it has been going for and if you ever get to Taranaki look us up we will show you around our beautiful area Cheers for now Gary 😊

[@VICKYTHYRCK]

I am the proprietor 🎉 I will give superintendent 🎉

[@avinandanbhadra1274]

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[@Fyg-rx8xh]

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[@orhanbiyiklibykl3179]

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[@mortenthenorwegian2875]

[@js7127]

Only in New Zealand do you ride through a rain forest to view a glacier! Beautiful but I do not know how you stand the bugs Runa. I passed on a trip to Alaska, paid travel and lodging, after watching videos of the mosquitos n biting bugs.

[@OffSheGoesADV]

Hahah it is a strange combination, isn't it! The bugs were pretty much bad only in the evenings, and I could take shelter in my tent so it wasn't really a huge problem 😊

[@Shrestha_Ksm]

Hello Come to 🇳🇵 Nepal