Colorado | Motorcycle Campfire Cooking at a Mountain Lake

[@SterlingNoren]

Website for this video: www.norenfilms.com/videos/riding-solo-17-flat-tops-colorado/

[@johnnyairstream5092]

To Sterling's audience: I just happened to bump into Sterling on this day this summer filling up gas in Yampa, CO on a cross-country motorcycle camping journey of my own. And I will tell ya, he is as personable, and laid back, and interested in person as he appears in his films. Really nice guy.

[@bmwlane8834]

I'm not surprised. He just seems that nice!

[@bmwlane8834]

Dude, you are at a National Geographic quality film, trip and personality! You rock.

[@piratecleaner]

The silence is golden. Beautiful.

[@carlpop2324]

This could be (should be?) a TV series. The subject matter is interesting, even to folks like me who don’t go camping, but who enjoy the beautiful scenery in the context of the story of this long trip. There is a Zen to Sterling’s videos, going with the flow, not getting hung up on plans and the inevitable glitches that interfere with those plans. If you want to, you can learn things, too. Well done, sir!

[@SterlingNoren]

Glad you enjoyed it! I am hoping that it is interesting even to non-motorcyclists... basically anyone who enjoys the peace and solitude of the backcountry.

[@woongtv-naturehealing273]

The scenery of nature, camping, and cooking are so beautiful.

[@chrislatorre3875]

I really like how you showed way more of your prep work in this video. The water filtration, I see you finally have a plate lol, my main interest at this point is your process. Set up tear down, shopping, food choices, things like that so we get a good idea how to set up our next trip.

[@neebob2]

Born and raised in the northeast these videos make me very jealous of the opportunities in the west .

[@alanwright5935]

Very enjoyable watch.

[@ricks.1318]

LOVING this series .... And i'm learning a lot along the way .... "Thank you" for posting such GREAT content !!!!

[@Gary-ys6ei]

I am really enjoying this series of videos. I just wish they were longer.

[@Buckarooskiczek]

The Cooking Channel has got nothing on you! I continue to appreciate your camping fitness, borrowing some of your concoctions for my own kitchen…😎

[@SterlingNoren]

Love that!

[@MariusBjelland]

Hi Sterling! I enjoy watching your series here - both the ride itself, but also the camping- and cooking part :-) I have got so many good ideas for equipment that I will try out before my big ride starts in 2023. (Then I will be a pensioneer and finally FREE :-) ) Keep on cooking, see you in the next episode. Greetings from Norway!

[@SterlingNoren]

Thank you and best of luck on your upcoming freedom! I'm sure you can get out for some smaller rides before then too!

[@TomReinerDE]

Norway... you are a lucky man, Marius! One of the most beautiful countries on this planet.

[@MariusBjelland]

Thank you, @Tom Reiner ! Sure is a beautiful country! The only problem is that half of the year you cannot ride motorcycle unless you have some kind of death wish :-) Normally I will have to put it away sometimes in October and get it out again late April....

[@MariusBjelland]

Oh yes, Sterling, I will! Next year I have decided to also learn some gravel skills and have registered for some gravel courses/trips in the eastern parts of the country on the border to Sweden. Looking forward to that!

[@herlysdiaz7442]

Un saludo desde España me gustan muchos los vídeos las comidas los paisajes exito

[@joseb.7768]

I really love and enjoy all the episodes but, let me tell you the only one thing I miss in this one: your cold beer!!!! :)

[@oekfoh8684]

I'm currently going through a motorcycle camping phase & I like this style of format or the way you deliver your experience. I haven't watched anything in chronological order, I'm just picking out videos that catch my eye whenever I get on the computer. Idk exactly what it is, maybe your demeanor. Other videos I've come across have people all in your face where as you're just kicking back and taking your time. Idk. Maybe I shouldn't express my thoughts while I've had a few drinks, but I have noticed I enjoy these videos more, since getting into the topic

[@stimgaze]

Paradise. Thanks so much for taking the trouble to record it when you'd probably prefer to just ride and camp. I'm loving this vicarious freedom. As they say in the postcards, sort of, wish I was there! Maybe someday...

[@christosleontaritis8679]

Congrats! That pizza looked amazing!

[@mickruban3567]

I came across your channel when I saw the intro to expedition 65. I really like your style. Short sharp videos with some excellent camerawork and lots of imbedded information. I love the firebox and I bought a foldaway table and camp seat just like you have. I live in Australia and would like to do a “backcountry” trip but our backcountry can be a tad hotter, inhospitable and unforgiving. So it all comes down to prep and planning. You have given me plenty to think about.

[@SterlingNoren]

Welcome aboard! I'd love to travel in Australia someday. It gets plenty hot where I live too, in the desert of Arizona.

[@davechavis4275]

Great works! 2010 1200gsa.

[@gittebussels4064]

Hi sterling....this is probably the best motorcycle adventure on earth..what a scenery,and the simplify of the adventure👌👍👏👏👏 Grt,peter from Belgium 🇧🇪

[@BretGashDJBFG]

Loving your videos, I check everyday to see your next upload. With an injured shoulder I can't get out so I have been using these types of videos to get my fix. I sat and watch every episode up to 16 in one sitting. There were no more episodes uploaded at the time. Just finished #17 and started loving your content. Thank you Scott.

[@marcialjueco5801]

Great job I know just for my little experience w motorcycle & set up still cameras & drone videos it’s a lot of work beautiful my man keep up the great awesome vids 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[@jonlongmire]

Another great video. I really enjoy the cooking segments along with the scenery while riding as well. Thank you!!!

[@-motosync]

Absolutely amazing! I have enjoyed a similar journey and through your video, can feel the exhaustion after the long ride - but completely forget the hard parts when sitting back to enjoy a fantastic meal. I look forward to your next video!

[@thecorporategypsy]

Many thanks. I am getting so much out of this video. the MSR water bag was big as I have been struggling how to handle water AND not carry three or four Nalgen bottles. Good stuff

[@txtermm]

Looks like so much fun

[@lsk8060]

Man, I'm sitting here waiting for my wife to get home from work so we can head downtown and eat a nice dinner...but I want some of that!

[@fireboxstove]

Wow! I'm impressed.You're really mastering the art of Firebox Cooking. Your videos have inspired me to get into adventure riding 👍 Because my motorcycle experience is slim I thought I would get a lighter weight bike. I'm considering the Husqvarna 701 LR. I think I'll be just fine on the blacktop gravel and dirt roads. It's the technical stuff that worries me more and I thought a lighter weight bike may be more forgiving. Your experience therefore wisdom on the subject would be awesome!

[@SterlingNoren]

Thank you! Yes, I would definitely recommend looking into a lighter bike. You will have so much fun and it will be An easier experience for you. I’ve heard lots of good things about the bike that you mention. Anything in the 450 to 650 range should be good. Keep on rocking with your channel I also find it very inspiring!

[@michaelsupple6081]

You sir are on the right track! I have KTM 690 Enduro R which is basically the same bike and I think it's the Unicorn. It's light enough for a lot of off road riding even single track if you slow down. It's not much heavier than a lot of 250s but way more powerful. It's just as easy to pick up because of it's low center of gravity. It's just such an amazing all rounder. BTW I also have one of your stoves and hiked the AT with it. Only ate a cold meal one night and that was due to laziness. :) I highly endorse it.

[@dinoschumacher9226]

don't pass up looking at the Suzuki DRZ400. Lots of after market support and parts. Easy to maintain and simple. Heavy enough to travel big miles and lighter than any 650/800cc . Best bang for the buck DS bike ever built.

[@dinoschumacher9226]

@@SterlingNoren which size billy pot are you using?

[@fireboxstove]

@@dinoschumacher9226 thanks!

[@ekrupa2]

another incredible, well done video! Thanks for taking us along.

[@coffeytnmilk]

Great looking dinner

[@rhllnm]

That looks better than my usual ramen + peanuts + jalapenos + tomato.

[@doublex632]

Ya you should go to Hollywood and teach them a couple things, thanks

[@shaneman1861]

Fantastic cooking segment..

[@TomReinerDE]

History will remember you by the name Sterling Firebox Noren. 😉

[@MegaRemodel]

Hey just wanted to say that I'm loving the films... its really great that you are taking the time to film your journey in such a way that it makes me feel that I'm there with you! its great to watch especially during these covid times. I'm also an adventure rider but live on the east coast... would love to find my way out west sometime. Anyway, keep up the great work and if you ever felt like doing an in-depth review of all the gear you are taking with you that would be awesome... looks like you have some cool gadgets. Safe travels.

[@njpaddler]

Doin' it right, Sterling ! Looks great to me, shut-in on the East Coast & riding nowhere for months.

[@traceh23]

I recently found your channel. Love it! Thanks for taking us along on your journey.

[@richardsnodgrass8647]

Wow the blow tube is genius.

[@richardsnodgrass8647]

Great picture quality.

[@a.k1311]

Good morning Sterling...6000miles, soon its service time...😉

[@robertbotta6536]

There is probably sentimental value associated with that wooden spoon but I beg you to try the titanium long handle spoon. Plus doesn’t the wood hold a nasty flavor? Great episode. Thanks Sterling.

[@mickruban3567]

Ha ha. Snap, I was thinking the same.

[@letitrest4662]

BTW, great content.

[@letitrest4662]

Sterling I was coming back from my 2015 trip to Salt Lake. I witnessed a UFO, near highway 40, about 70 miles from Steamboat Springs. If it would have been 200 feet closer, I could have hit it with a rock. It was hovering motionless and silent, at about 100 feet off the ground.

[@MrGuitarfool]

Hi Sterling , I have been enjoying the videos ! Did you get a new drone somewhere I missed that video. I grew up in Denver and fished up at Round Lake we hiked in and there were lots of mosquitos then ...Hope you make it on over to Steamboat Springs and find a campground name Fishcreek Campground on the west end of town , Have a good trip maybe I'll see you coming through AZ. We were in Patagonia last week. Steamboat Springs KOA campground is the one I was thinking of ,

[@michaelfrascati7610]

Looks like you’re eating better than me tonight! NY Mike

[@tobeyvos1]

Hi Sterling, this is such a great series and I learn a lot from watching your videos. So thanks for creating these! Quick question, not sure if it's proprietary info you are willing to share and I completely understand either way, but I am curious what camera settings you use on your drone. I have the same drone and am trying to get a similar look and feel. Curious on the resolution, frame rate, and wether you use a filter? Thanks!

[@SterlingNoren]

Hi Tobey I am using the Mavic Air 2 and I shoot in 4k at 24fps using the flat color Cinelike profile, also a ND filter.

[@tobeyvos1]

@@SterlingNoren That's so helpful, thanks Sterling!

[@micheallinderman481]

I like Ur vid's. I ride a 2007 Goldwing. I have been in most of the States in the USA. What is the top selling Firebox stove right now? Most of the time I stay in Motels. I would like too start enjoying the pure joy of cooking for a night and star gaze!

[@DwipaAgastya]

amazing :))

[@Rikenglebert7558]

It’s fun to see your in Colorado, my stomping grounds! I wonder if we crossed paths while out riding this summer, or if we were close to the same places. Peace

[@bigguyonalittleadventure5673]

Loving your videos. Can you tell me what size Billy pot that is? I like the size of it. Thanks!

[@shawngreenwood7825]

Hi Sterling! What is the firebox stove like to cleanup after use, seems real messy with all the ashes? I bet you are looking forward to a riding partner in this adventure. Looking forward to your next post.

[@SterlingNoren]

Very easy to clean up actually. I just empty the ashes out of the bottom and fold it up and put it in the case. It gets a little bit tarnished with use of course, but easy to clean up. You have to make sure that you wait a little while for it to cool off first, but that does not take long.

[@patrickgoeser]

Hi, which kind of foldingknife are you using?

[@adriannicholson8819]

loving this thank to officer rob

[@eddyennis9160]

Sterling, damn you are eating good. Gain any weight while roughing it? 😂

[@maalmiksa7409]

Hi can you tell the maestro and model of your folding knife

[@yycyvr]

So I noticed that you don’t have a centre stand-

[@jblue1299]

Any Bears ?

[@stevenjohn4]

👍👍🇦🇺

[@Thomo_qld]

Where do you keep all the toilet paper after eating that?

[@miglioverde303]

👍🌲😍🍀🔝🔝🔝

[@SensoryVibes]

Just a wonderful video, like a movie...calming, gorgeous, and the food indeed looks quite appetizing! Big LIKE 💞🥰❤️ Come by and say hello one of these days, we'd love to show you our latest 😊❤️

[@SterlingNoren]

Thank you so much 🤗

[@raki2870]

Not the best music selection for this video

[@fuscavw1]

Agreed, but his content more than makes up for it.

[@knappdaddy]

So amazing ! I’m sitting here at work watching this wishing I was there!!