Colorado Challenges us with Creeks and Steep Mountains | COBDR ep 5

Colorado did not disappoint us as we experienced the challenge of Corkscrew pass and Ophir pass.
Adventure riding the Colorado Backcountry Discovery Route is one of the best places in America to ride adventure motorcycles. Join the journey as we cross epic mountain passes at high elevation. This adventure will take us through some of Colorado’s best dirt roads and infamous rugged trails with the best views it has to offer.
We will bring you beautiful drone shots and great riding footage accompanied by a few crashes along the way.
This video is episode 5 of the COBDR (Colorado Backcountry Discovery Route) This episode starts on top of California Pass in Colorado and goes to Telluride. This is also known as section 2 of the COBDR
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[@donkimes2135]

The one armed rider his strength and balance I just can’t imagine what it took it was unreal what a ride.

[@MotoMission.]

I don’t understand it. But he did it Fun to watch

[@ChooseBrian]

What a truly inspiring video series. Ophir is an amazing pass, and it’s interesting to me to see how much it actually changes from Video to Video. I was a new rider of only four months and I did that pass on my Yamaha 700. Life changing. Tears flowed after I made it. Appreciate you brother.

[@MotoMission.]

Wow.. awesome to read this comment today. Thank you

[@luciano136]

Truly incredible. It must take some serious skill, stamina and willpower to accomplish this with one arm! Congrats David!

[@MotoMission.]

Rock solid for sure

[@Motoramblings]

The camaraderie at the end of the day is the best!!!

[@MotoMission.]

Agree

[@charlesbrooks8833]

Congratulations David and to all of you. Great accomplishment!

[@MotoMission.]

Thanks Charles. I will make sure David sees this

[@PisgahGravelProject]

Dude is a straight gangster. Wow. Well done. Good on you guys for helping him out. ✝️

[@MotoMission.]

Full gansgta

[@tonysilva5558]

Enjoyed this series, really want to do the Colorado BDR. I remember when you rescued the guy last year there. Tell David he's an inspiration!

[@MotoMission.]

Glad you enjoyed this one. I still talk to that guy. He is doing great

[@benkletti4953]

I live in the same town as David. I’ve ridden bicycle with him and actually just saw him at our local dealership a few weeks ago and he let me check out his big Honda and chatted a bit in the parking lot. I’m new to riding, actually just got a bike myself. Don’t know him other than that, but what an inspiring guy. Hope to catch up with him soon and let him train me to ride my new toy. Awesome podcast as well! Love hearing his story of his journey with Christ and so glad you shared that! Glad I found your channel. Keep spreading God’s word brother!

[@MotoMission.]

He is such a good dude.

[@OlsonADV]

Great series Brock and David is the MAN!!

[@MotoMission.]

He is my hero

[@creepymccreeperson8308]

Congratulations David! Awesome!

[@daviddrabek5834]

Thank you!🙌🏼

[@Motoramblings]

Coach Brock!! I love it!!

[@MotoMission.]

Happy face emoji to that

[@BuddyCorbs]

David, you are an inspiration my friend! Congrats on your travels with Brock! I lived in Steamboat back in the day as a ski bum now at 62 I've started adventure riding and the Rockies are calling me back, thanks to you. Thanks Brock for the COBDR series along with your enjoyable commentary.

[@MotoMission.]

Thank you. I hope you enjoy the other videos that we are cooking up for you.

[@vipersniper3216]

I called David lol I told him I'm going to buy a bike and that I want to go on the next adventure for sure.. David is very inspirational that dude can not be held back. And you sir Brock I love the scripture along the way I thank you and keep the awesome content coming..

[@MotoMission.]

Thank you. I plan to keep this going. And yes David is an inspiration. We plan to ride again. Much fun .

[@chuckerpower2841]

Yes truly an amazing beautiful country! Would truly test 4x4 vehicles as well! Now try it with One arm and those inclines and all the loose rocks that's amazing that David ate those trails up like nothing! Congratulations to him!

[@MotoMission.]

Yeah. He is a super human. I’m sure they will write a book about this dude !

[@Bscott-390]

That guy is an impressive rider. Fun beautiful video as always.

[@MotoMission.]

Thank you. I agree. He is not normal. Very impressive

[@randywilliams5337]

My favorite part of Colorado for sure! Thanks for the videos.

[@MotoMission.]

Yes. I love this place. Thanks for watching. More comin

[@markjacobs3956]

Thank you Brock for what you do and for your upbeat and positive attitude. God has given you a gift. You have enjoyed my backyard and show it beautifully.

[@MotoMission.]

Thank you mark. I love your backyard and plan to come back real soon. Hope to see ya there

[@trgunner7871]

David great job on your riding capabilities! You are a great inspiration for all.

[@MotoMission.]

Yes he is

[@dirtpirateracing1629]

David, You are amazing!!!! Thank you for sharing the journey Brock! All of the guys may not have known each other, but you came together like brothers to accomplish something so many dont get a chance to! Stay amazing!!! If you ever take an adventure around Missouri, which i know is not all that exciting compared to Colorado, look me up. I would love to ride and just converse with you.

[@MotoMission.]

I’m happy to ride Missouri. What part of the state are you in? Send me an email.

[@sprancho669]

I lived in the South Fork / Creede area for 8 years (just south of Lake City) and those passes are are no joke be it on a a bike or a $100k fully equipped jeep. Really puts into perspective what David accomplished. I commend him for taking on the challenge and succeeding! Should serve as as example for all of us what kind of challenges we can overcome with faith, family, and friends.

[@MotoMission.]

Yes. I agree with you 100%. I honestly didn’t think it would have been possible. But David showed us new horizons of what’s possible.

[@daviddrabek5834]

Thank you so much for your kind words, we hold ourselves back sometimes. I couldn’t have done this without God, family and the amazing group of guys I was with. Thank you again!! 🙌🏼

[@bluhoss4768]

David is a legend!

[@MotoMission.]

Yes to that

[@daviddrabek5834]

Thank you, I just enjoy riding and meeting others. One Cannot live life on the couch.

[@stepheneldridge6998]

Super video guys...what an awesome place to ride 👌. And David is truly inspirational. Great stuff 👏 👍

[@MotoMission.]

An inspiration for sure. Thanks for watching. Next time ride with us

[@ringside141]

Brock, thanks for another amazing video and being such a great host. It was an epic ride and a privilege to be there with David, you, Kory, Aunie, and Doug.

[@MotoMission.]

Anthony. It was so good to meet you and ride with you. Hope you are doing well my friend. Praying for you and your family

[@KyleKrieg]

Hey Brock. I found your channel a few months ago and have been catching up on all your videos since. I'm not into motocycles but I do love your videos, footage and how you tell a story. I guess I'm living vicariously through you and all your adventures! Keep it up and thanks for all the great scenery throughout the vids.

[@MotoMission.]

Kyle ! That’s really cool my friend. So glad you are watching and living the adventure in this way. This was one of my goals. So glad to hear it.

[@Moto_Steve_Adventures]

Atta boy, David! Holding it down for the 314ADV crew and all us Missouri boys & girls. I really enjoyed this series and look forward to what Brock has next. Nice job everyone!

[@MotoMission.]

Thanks for the encouragement.

[@FrancoisTX1974]

Thank you so much for this amazing trip. Can’t wait for your next adventure….Let’s ride!😊

[@MotoMission.]

Thanks again for watching. And I think the next couple of videos will be enjoyable. A little different tho. Then we have a big series coming in a couple weeks

[@BroadwayT660]

Congrats to David. You're too humble. What you accomplished is inspiring and truly amazing !

[@MotoMission.]

I’m with ya

[@Motoramblings]

David is the man!! Unbelievable!!

[@lizdg3892]

Just amazing country.

[@MotoMission.]

Agree. Love this place

[@martincyr7259]

David is a legend. He's a true ''Rock'' star! Wow! What an unbelievable accomplishement. You guys seemed to form a great team through these extraordinary passes. I salute all of you. Once again Brock, you've made an epic video. I'm very thankful that you make these videos possible. I can't wait for next summer. I'm planning to ride the COBDR on my CRF 300L Rally from Montreal and back. A trip of a lifetime.

[@MotoMission.]

Agree. Total legend. I will be out there and hope to have you ride with me. Looking like July

[@martincyr7259]

Very kind of you for your invitation. It would be a great pleisure meeting and riding with you. I should be leaving in the beginning of July and take around a week getting there. Probably do the BDR from north to south. I will let you know for sure. Thanks B!@@MotoMission.

[@Dualsportadventure719]

I knew a guy 25-30 years ago in Anchorage Alaske that raced motocross and only had 1 arm. So awesome to see people living their dream despite any handycaps! Ride on David!! Would love to meet up and have the privilege to share an adventure with you Brock. Keep up the great videos.

[@MotoMission.]

I’d like to meet that guy. Wow

[@brentmiller5830]

Awesome video series! Outstanding and very uplifting!

[@MotoMission.]

Brent. Thank you my friend. Glad you enjoyed it

[@daviddrabek5834]

Brock thank you again, it was an absolute Blessing to ride with you guys! Your videos are amazing! I just wish it wasn’t over!

[@MotoMission.]

Haha. I’m so happy we made this work with your busy schedule. That made this trip so wonderful to have you and Anthony and Doug. And Kory too haha.

[@daviddrabek5834]

@@MotoMission. it was meant to be for sure!

[@djzohio]

Another amazing video. Highlight of my summer so glad I ran into you all and got to ride with you. Looking forward to Idaho. Congrats David you are and inspiration and so are you Brock. Doug Z

[@daviddrabek5834]

Absolutely awesome to meet and ride with you Doug! Looking forward to August!

[@MotoMission.]

Doug !!!! So glad we met bro. Can’t wait to do it again

[@Motoramblings]

What I learned is that I want Brock Gill to help me over the passes!!!!

[@MotoMission.]

Come ride w me next summer. I got you

[@fatheadtodd]

I’m thankful David and the rest of you guys made down Ophir safe. I’m even more thankful we didn’t have Cardo systems when we rode it. Pretty sure y’all would’ve made fun of me for all the screaming and crying.

[@MotoMission.]

Haha. We totally would

[@Motoramblings]

Don’t go left!! Great advice!!!

[@MotoMission.]

I’m here to help

[@rustyspiker3569]

Congratulations to all! David your exceptional and a inspiration to everyone who rides. Brock your marginal. HaHa just kidding! thanks for make such great video’s for all of us to ride along with you. The best part I don’t have to pick up the bike when you tip over. Looking for ward to your next adventure. 😇 Carry on!! What’s next????

[@daviddrabek5834]

Thank you!!🙌🏼

[@MotoMission.]

Haha. I’m learning. Yeah. I am glad you are enjoying the videos. I will have a camping trip for you next. Then I have a huge ride project to show you after that. It’s epic

[@davechavis4275]

Blessed bro!

[@MotoMission.]

Always

[@robbiewilliams7098]

That was awsome and scary as hell

[@MotoMission.]

Haha. Unforgettable

[@bking4404]

I live in Colorado. Love your videos. Just wants me to get out there. And do more trails. One thing I'm curious about. How does David shift gears on his bike? I haven't heard anything mentioned about that part yet. He's extraordinary man. My hats off to him. Keep up the good work. Happy trails!

[@MotoMission.]

Colorado!! This is your backyard ! Haha David has a rekluse clutch. Makes it possible to shift without his hand clutch. He is amazing

[@bking4404]

Look forward to your next trip to Colorado. Wouldn't mind hooking up with you. I have a friend that lives in South fork. He was a logger for 30 years. He knows every road and trail around there. He's quite the travels trails, men himself. Hope to see you sometime in 24. Take care of my brother. God bless

[@bobrau5034]

David,that is no small feat.

[@daviddrabek5834]

Thank you, I had a blast and looking forward to the next BDR.

[@MotoMission.]

David. You are the best.

[@klh3244]

Awesome video series! I am loving your channel and content. I was wondering what month did you do this BDR? Thanks!

[@MotoMission.]

Thank you. We did this in August.

[@Motoramblings]

I remember the dude you helped!!

[@MotoMission.]

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[@twobikesandadrone]

When did you do this ride? I've only done a very short section of the NMBDR and this blows that away.....by far!!! Amazing! And hats off to David.....well done man!!!!!

[@kx8960]

Well, having lived in CO for 20 years, and now (sadly) NM for 5, that's not a surprise.

[@twobikesandadrone]

@@kx8960 We’ve lived in NM for 4 years and I love it here! It may not have Colorado mountains, but there’s a lot of good riding to be had here for sure!!

[@MotoMission.]

Yes. I agree. New Mexico is an epic place to ride. I have a surprise for you coming soon

[@MotoMission.]

This ride was August. There is nothing like Colorado. Love it. But New Mexico is amazing too. No complaints about my ride there

[@twobikesandadrone]

@@MotoMission. Don't be teasin me now!!!! I love my GS (and GoldWing), but I'll add a smaller bike if you wanna bring one by! 😆

[@thecorporategypsy]

Amazing and inspiring well done! What drone do you use as your shots are amazing! Super adventure!

[@MotoMission.]

Thank you. Just a simple DJI mini in this one. The mini pro 3 has been a go to for a while now

[@thecorporategypsy]

@@MotoMission. your drone work is really good!

[@MotoMission.]

Big thanks. Lots of study and practice at this point.

[@thecorporategypsy]

@@MotoMission. its evident. Well done!

[@ctaaj]

David has more control with one hand than me with both, Brock can you explain what kind of technique he was using or does the bike has adaptations? Thank you !

[@MotoMission.]

He has a recluse clutch. That’s it. Just great skills

[@stevehartwig8528]

Brock...What have you learned about riding in tough terrain from your ride(s) with David? Any particular skills that you may have picked up from David that you can share that would help other ADV riders starting out? Just finished the WY BDR on a KTM 390 ADV. I'm a 35 yr. veteran of riding HD's and this was my first ADV bike and first BDR. My most challenging thing was not having good ground clearance and over packing (weight distribution). Looking at the new CFMoto 450 IBEX. "IF" I muster up enough courage to try another BDR, I'd love to possibly ride with you and others. Maybe you'd consider trying a BDR on the east coast? God Bless from South Carolina!

[@MotoMission.]

He is a great rider. Fundamentals are key He shows us how important the basics are. Weight on outside legs for example. I did the mabdr. Check that video series out here kzbin.info/www/bejne/p2e5gqFsi6uXhcUsi=EQHYBqx1QB-fnf8e

[@MeerkatADV]

And think about it, this was the "easy" direction.

[@MotoMission.]

Easy to west is easy? I didn’t realize it was considered the easier option. I think going down Ophir is harder. But what does everyone else say ?

[@MeerkatADV]

@BrockGill generally going south to north/west to east is considered the harder direction for Ophir and most of the rest of the Alpine loop. I've done it both directions, it's generally easier the way you went.

[@MotoMission.]

Ahhh ok.. I’ve done it both ways and i dont have a preference. I just like riding the alpine loop and passes. Meet me there. Let’s ride

[@daviddrabek5834]

@@MeerkatADV I’ll have to ride it south to North next time lol

[@Brian.A.Simmons]

Hey buddy, can you do a quick video of the carrier you are using for your KTM? I want to get one for mine, but I would like to see your set up first since you have the same bike as me. I was looking at the Moto Tote, but they are quite expensive. Thanks!

[@MotoMission.]

Check out versa haul. Ive used it for a couple years. 25k miles and no issues . Maybe I should do a video on it.. hmmm

[@Brian.A.Simmons]

@@MotoMission. Thanks! I will check it out.

[@MotoMission.]

Lemme know if you need anything. Curious to see how it does for ya

[@adampotter9151]

what month did you ride this?

[@MotoMission.]

August

[@ryanmalone2681]

When you say it’s better with a group, I get it. However, you say it like it’s a choice. My entire life I’ve barely known anyone who rides, none of them were into ADV and only one person I’ve ever know was at a similar skill level which wouldn’t have made riding together terribly painful. I rode solo exclusively, but not by choice, so I don’t know where you guys are meeting these people. For me, it’s either adventuring alone and accepting the additional challenge and risk, or I don’t ride.

[@northeastadventuremotorcycleri]

Hey Ryan, I was pretty much riding by myself also, until I heard one day on the radio about this app called Meetup. I decided to put together my own group advertising for like-minded Adventure style motorcycling.. people started joining my group almost immediately, and now three years later I've got approximately 75 members. Also, if I happen to see an adventure motorcyclist at a gas station fueling up, I go over and say hello and 9 times out of 10 it turns into a good conversation and future member

[@ryanmalone2681]

@@northeastadventuremotorcycleri I use Meetup at the animal shelter I volunteer at and it never occurred to me to use it for ADV. Good idea. Wonder if anyone is riding year-round like me, so maybe I’ll give it a try around my next trip around Thanksgiving. WRT gas stations, VERY rarely ever see other ADV riders on the SM500 so I never see them at gas stations.

[@MotoMission.]

I generally meet people as I ride. And I am always inviting people to ride w me. That’s why I say Let’s ride !

[@jimwilson8879]

Great filming but geez you talk a lot

[@MotoMission.]

Yeah. I will find the mute button next time. :) Thanks for watching glad you like watching.

[@kx8960]

Great video as always! And, watching David conquer that kind of terrain again, it's clear that while I may have an extra arm, he DEFINITELY has an extra testicle! 🤣 Have fun and ride safe fellas!

[@daviddrabek5834]

Thanks!😂😂

[@MotoMission.]

Haha. I can’t confirm