Cross-Country Motorcycle Camping Trip |

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

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[@pureblood365]

The only time the wind stops blowing in Wyoming is when it's changing directions

[@richardmourdock2719]

Yup. Rock straps rock! Expensive for what you get, but they are worth it folks. They really are.

[@tracyknight5130]

Now imagine coming across that plain in a horse drawn covered wagon, with just a trail to follow. Glad you guys are back safe-n-sound.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Yes absolutely we do try and think about that. I’m July no less

[@kathymurphy7217]

Carhenge (?) was awesome!

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Yeah like stone henge 🤣

[@dandial3733]

Someday, check out The Enchanted Highway in Regent South Dakota. It's really great! The Wizard Of Oz Museum (the whole downtown,) in Wamego KS is outstanding.

[@leobrenneis1442]

Amazes me on how much you two pack on the bikes. Enjoying the show keep on motoring

[@Curtis7391-t8q]

I feel your pain with the heat…my wife and I rode from MN to Memphis on the great river rod in 2021 and it was 95 plus everyday…but it’s a ride I’ll never forget…love your videos

[@eddcurry1245]

Weebles wobble but they don’t fall down. Chin up wheels down.

[@Tom-lc3ng]

I have never rode through Wyoming that I didn't have to fight the wind, but it's beautiful country

[@CALJAMRLasVegas]

Another great video.

[@rosscoyates]

There is a Stonehenge on the Columbia river in Washington St. near where highway 97 cross the river.

[@jerryhubbard4461]

I see that long coal train going along side the road you are on. That is electric car fuel.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Ha that what I was saying to Chris. 👍

[@Dave-zy6de]

How right you are!

[@lonewolvesonwheels]

Well like our early pioneers we crossed paths at independence rock.

[@Slartibartfast70]

I stopped at that rest area on the way to and from Sturgis. Both times there were people who had climbed to the top of the rock.

[@hawgryder13]

My train/sleep story happened back in the early '80s. I was courting a young lady (I was a young lad at the time) and she invited me to her house for dinner. I ended up spending the night. She lived in a rented single wide trailer house in a little dinky bedroom community of the city we worked in. In the middle of the night I was awakened from a dead sleep, the house was shaking and it sounded like a freight train was coming though the front room. She calmly said, "It's just a train, go back to sleep.) Yup, it was a freight train and the house was right next to the train tracks! True story.

[@poppie1414]

Ah Mokee Dug way my favorite place

[@meon3wheels]

Yay! You're back!

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thanks

[@rjonesnm]

Nice job on the videos. Interesting part of the country. Many don't realize that!

[@Lloyd-mo]

I spent a lot of years in the casper area oilfield in the 70s. Deadly in the winter.

[@TipsyMarlinTravels]

Thanks for the ride along....🐕🙋‍♀️🙋

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

You’re welcome

[@Oljoe48]

I’ve been following you every since you started your adventure . Always can’t wait to see the next video. I have 2021 canam Spyder RTL. They have a rally October 5 thru thru the 8 in Maggie Valley NC. Really looking forward to it. I’ve logged over 100,000 miles on different motorcycles. I’m 74 and Spyder is my best choice now. Always like your fantastic attitude and smiles on your videos. KEEP SMILING. Steve McWilliams here

[@texaslonestarrider]

Been to Car Henge, it's Very Cool! 😎 I stayed at Fort Casper, nice place to stay. Great Video And Thanks For Sharing My Friend!

[@joeharley87]

I am in the middle of trip left NYC went to Houston to see my kids now making my way to Florida to see friends and get to Biketoberfest. 2200 miles so far. Just stopped in Alabama. For the night. Stay safe

[@2flipped563]

Had another friend of mine who is a truck driver stopped there at Independence this last summer and climbed upon the rocks.

[@futrade1]

You must have camped up on top of South Pass and back in at Louie Lake, correct? Back down at the bottom of the mountain and going west of Lander is a place called Sinks Canyon where the small river disappears into the mountain and comes back out near Lander. May want to mark that for next time.

[@1905flyer3]

I love seeing the different campgrounds y’all have been staying at. I’ve actually stayed at a few of those (Hidden Valley in particular) after seeing your recommendations. Sweet!!!

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Awesome. Thanks.

[@yosam5184]

Enjoyed the video, glad to see you guys out west again. FYI there is a Stonehenge Memorial on highway 14 along the Columbia River. Safe travels....

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Awesome. I just saw your email.

[@shirleylujan1593]

I live in Riverton wyo , 24, miles from Lander. How cool.

[@abdulrahmanaljamea8458]

Lovely vlogs from a lovely couple,, good luck.

[@scooterbernieamputeeharleyride]

Thanks! ✌🏻🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

You are welcome Bernie

[@bartel-shop]

SUUUUPER 🙌

[@AdventureswithRedbeard]

With all the Stonehenge stuff, you may want to check out the Stonehenge Memorial near Maryhill, Washington, one day.

[@haroldbisset4529]

Everyone always gears up for the cold but don't consider it for the heat. Have you two looked into cooling vests and neck coolers? They really work well as long as you have air moving over them. I absolutely love mine!

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Yes we have and we are not fans of the cooling vest. We feel it turns into just a wet vest or it’s drys out too fast

[@MidLifeStyleTwins]

Yep love the start up of a Harley. Great video. Hate those uh ohs. Thanks for the info. Why wouldn’t you share the temps? Nice to know what you are going through.

[@lisabrauer7272]

So glad you stopped in Nebraska. I used to live there in Thedford.

[@ibrahimaldossri2646]

Hi…… enjoy your times and enjoy us with you I have one question regarding the gasoline which picks spend more you or him thanks 🙏 keep it up 👍 ❤

[@douglascassetty6553]

Check out WW1 Stonehenge Memorial on Washington highway 14. Columbia River Gorge. The ride on Hwy 14 along the Columbia River is awesome.

[@wyodrill8447]

Welcome to Wyoming! Yes Chris, I do that all the time. I try to wait till almost the last minute to pack the bike till everything is down, folded up and in iin its bags. I guess as you probably have "a place for everything and everything in its place. I do like the rok straps also but way back before I found them I was using a set of ratchet straps and on occasion they saved my bacon. Getting a tow truck ride after hitting a deer but driver didnt have anything to tie me down with. Another time I got stuck in the mountains, alone, where the straps hooked end to end and ratchet pulled me out of the hole I was in. They come in handy. Meanwhile I am as always enjoying your adventures. Keep those videos coming!

[@bdtodd50todd38]

I can let you know about several awesome rides around Spokane Wa. Some short 1 hour, some 6-7 hour. all beautiful.

[@craigrelan2346]

Are you all re-thinking getting rid of the motorcycle trailer. I would love to hear your thoughts on loading the Harley versus pulling the trailer.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

We do not have the Big truck (Jake) the camper is in a more permanent location and we ride the bikes now

[@ColSnders]

Er, Ruby anyone?

[@ronron1224]

That was funny getting wet with the sprinkler. Did that while I was delivering mail for 34 years during the summer in Oklahoma. I'm retired now I just stay in the air condition house lol. Safe journeylove you videos keep it up

[@Donfleebie1]

There’s Bamahenge near Orange Beach, AL.

[@papas5886]

You missed regester cliff it's next to the little town called Guernsey wy .might be something you would be interested in checking out...

[@myakkacityriders1341]

My wife and I went there two years ago. It is in the middle of nowhere Really neat.

[@jeremyclark7192]

Love your show Finally came through my state Wyo Lander area is where i camp

[@joseblazquez2178]

Have you tried using a Cooling Vest? It was a game changer for me riding in hot weather, the cooling effect lasts for about 2 hrs, and then you need to re-charge it again. Now I dont leave without it.

[@haroldbisset4529]

I also loved mine! Mine would last from 3 to 4 hours which was longer than between gas stops.

[@deborahhymer9315]

Be careful getting in the sprinklers at the rest areas. Many times the water is the "treated" wastewater from the aerobic on-site sewage facility (septic system) being used to water the landscaping.

[@johnnysechrist6313]

61 here in Kentucky today.....huggzzz yall Good advice Rich.

[@jonmulack4226]

Just left your beautiful state. 61 was the daytime temps. 44 in the morning. Electric vest came in handy.

[@amasdaha9734]

Tons of inscriptions on the top of independence rock and all over it otherwise. It’s a cool spot. I’m glad you guys headed for elevation.

[@amasdaha9734]

Split rock was another spot right after Independence rock that the wagons navigated to next- another cool spot.

[@johnwoodworth329]

Just road across NE on the Sand Hills Scenic Byway. Beautiful ride with low traffic. The steady parade of UP coal trains were good company. Highly recommend the ride!

[@1Rooster338]

Chris, How about a review on your Triumph, so far? i have the 1200 Tiger

[@bettyjorodgers8552]

Another awesome video. Thank you.

[@erniecolussy1705]

The route to Seattle that you showed missed going past the Maryhill's Stone Hedge (Washington state), Rowena curves (rt 30 Oregon), Mt St Helen and Mt Rainier NP. I will be watching to see if you route gets adjusted to get off that section of interstate and see some additional sights. Maryhill's Stone Hedge was built to honor those that died in the World War. What we know as World War I. They we hoping that there wasn't going to be a sequel. There is a couple other interesting things in the area of Maryhill and Goldenale WA. Rowena curves area of Oregon route 30 is where a lot of car and motorcycle ads are filmed. The Windy Ridge/ east side of Mt St Helen is a more remote feeling than the west side. The roads are paved but rough. Paradise and Sunrise on Mt Rainier are worth a visit. I will have to patiently wait to see if you visited any of these sights.

[@redman7538]

if those fences are for the snow collecting on the road wouldn't they be facing the other way

[@atfromaz]

Glad to see we're not the only ones who play in the sprinklers in our moto gear on a hot summers day. 🤣 👊 Keep it up you too! PS: thanks for the reminder of Autio app. I had forgotten about it myself.

[@soundadviceb2b]

hi Guys and gals ...why don't you use your trailer? i have one from Bushtec and it is amazing

[@AICD1999]

It is a little late now but have you tried the cooling vests? Maybe you have in an older video.

[@jameslovelace8958]

This last August we rode from Tennessee to Colorado.. we left St. Joseph Mo. and rode highway 36 ( Pony Express Highway) all the way to Wray Co. it looks just like NE in this video. So I can relate to your thoughts about that ride.

[@Walts-Travel]

I'm here and ready to roll!! 😎

[@dantheman164]

Hi Rich and Chris. I think you guys were close to another “Stonehenge” memorial when you were on the Blue Ridge Parkway. There is a place called “Foamhenge”. A true to size replica made from foam blocks. It is near the Natural Bridge in Virginia, just off the parkway. It was awesome. I thought you guys might find it. Watch out for the wild life. Dan

[@mackpryor6887]

Can you tell me if you have a video that tells us why you're not using your base camper any more ? I must have missed it

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Yes it’s back a few at the beginning of Season 7. We really missed the travel by motorcycle. And the gas prices really made travel by the big truck expensive. We sold the truck for more than what we paid so. No brainer and base camp is at a more permanent location at my moms in AR.

[@mackpryor6887]

I missed something. Why aren't you using the camper ?

[@bigalon3wheels]

Seldom does a motorcycle encounter anything aside from a dang crosswind. Now and again you get a major headwind, but seldom ever see a tail wind.

[@ColSnders]

That's b'cos you never actually FEEL a tailwind. Thanks you two for staying good-humored and pressing on through those dang crosswinds!

[@not-fishing4730]

Poor little Valiant on Car-Hinge. I'm always looking for Military Museums in my travels. Rat's -- Willeys pickup... What website do you use for the "call-ahead" campgrounds? (please forgive an "older fella" if you've already mentioned the website) I've learned to look for altitude when it get's hot. Oowanah lake near Moab, Lee Canyon near Las Vegas.

[@bigjohnson9561]

Looks like I’m going to give ROC straps a try. I see them available on Amazon. Thanks for the recommendation.

[@jonmulack4226]

You can make your own straps at rock climbing stores. They are not motorcycle specific so sometimes you may have to use a little creative engineering.

[@rosscoyates]

At the very beginning there is a slide in the background. Did you try it?

[@breannadavis925]

What type of tent did you get? Is it holding up what do you think of it?

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

This is the tent we have now. They make a smaller version and it has been holding awesome. Here’s a link amzn.to/3E4GkFu

[@deelzridesandadventrues]

Awesome trip guys! I love watching your videos. When you were talking about the rock straps, where do I purchase them? Be careful!

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

thanks. here is a link for the Roc straps Roc Straps amzn.to/36QSxga

[@georgebrzeczka3554]

On your trunk rack on the top Richard what do you think of that bag? I just purchased one. I ride a can-am RT limited spider 2021 and I purchased a pit bull rack l Iike it but I feel it maybe to tall.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

I love my Nelson Rigg gear. One think I really like is the zippers are tough we use it everyday and I sure I overload it

[@georgebrzeczka3554]

@@TwoWheelsBigLife Thank you for your response Richard. I'll just have to support the lid a little bit stronger because I think it'll crack the plastic. I believe I'll put 2 strips 1" wide to expand the weight So it doesn't sit on one spot.

[@davidsizemore2745]

Do you have a link for those straps?

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

I do. Here it is. They are the best. Roc Straps amzn.to/36QSxga

[@Nathaniel7420]

"We discussed this." Heh.

[@timlubbers2884]

🙏🙏

[@ottomatic7823]

Chris, have you ever been able to use the Triumph app for maps? My iPhone refuses to let the app sync.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

No we have not even connected Chris’s phone.

[@LivingOnCash]

Where'd you leave the truck and trailer?

[@just.my.2cents]

Sorry if I missed it...but what happenned to your Truck/Trailer comfy travelling accommodations? Thx for sharing your experiences!

[@stevena3446]

JP Brayon. Go back about 4 months where they explained their new adventure.

[@just.my.2cents]

@@stevena3446 My bad StevenA! A link to that 4 mth reference!?! Much appreciated.

[@scottyoung4583]

The water from those sprinklers might be gray/black water recycled from the rest area. Akin to a trucker pissing on you. Be careful.

[@tycamtyson]

I like yall .👈

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thanks Rodney. We’re glad your here

[@joelnissen9935]

why did you go back to a tent?

[@FL-PHILLIP]

Great video. What pants does your husband wear? Ty

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

They are Duluth Fire Hose pants

[@terryharrison5355]

What bike is Chris riding?

[@davidsizemore2745]

You guys need a pull behind motorcycle trailer.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Maybe

[@joshrandall5297]

They've been there, done that.

[@davidsizemore2745]

@@joshrandall5297 with a camper. They are tent camping now. I wouldn't want all that gear strapped on my bike. I would rather put it in a trailer and haul it that way.

[@erniecolussy1705]

@@davidsizemore2745 They started with a trailer and tent camping. Then they went to the motorcycle pulled tent trailer that they called Ruby. Next they traveled with "base camp" for a while. "Base Camp" was a truck pulled travel trailer. They hauled the motorcycles on the truck. This is their four travel format. All were about traveling on motorcycle.

[@davidsizemore2745]

@@erniecolussy1705 I started watching them when they had Ruby

[@darlenesexton122]

Please be careful don’t over do it

[@cletenorris3558]

What happened to the truck trailer and BMWs?

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

🤔 you haven’t been around in a while. We are back to riding the bikes and base camp is in a permanent spot for now.

[@MrBeracah]

Nebraska looks flat as far as the eye can see, am I right?

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

As I say you can watch your dog run away for week 🤣🤣

[@craigoldsen1667]

It's like they intentionally rode through the flattest part of the state......I'm glad they did. It keeps keeps out the riffraff!😂

[@randywelch9812]

Y’all miss Ruby yet?

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

The tent gives us better camping options.

[@davidfellows6250]

pro tip for you dont where black in 100°weather. and cotton holds water much better than plastic.

[@tycamtyson]

Am trying to get my wife out there .

[@hiwayflyer]

Carhenge is a scale replica, only with cars. WE visited it in June on our trip to the Ozarks (my video is here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iWibdah3msRgY7s). And, if you get to Goldendale, Washington (Off I-84 and Washington SR-14) there is another Stonehenge replica built as a war memorial .

[@MrGus4440]

Where were y’all last Sunday? I missed your video. I’ve been a fan for 3 years.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Yes we had technical difficulties and did not put one out 😢

[@jerryhubbard4461]

The way the kick stand on a HD is made and how low and out it works, it is almost impossible for the bike to turn over even if it gets into a small hole. Not like the other BMW, Honda or other none HD bikes. Those including the GoldWing WILL fall over. Poor design of the straight down kick stands. Even on the new HD Panama, it has the stupid little kickstand but it also has the rear stand to take care of that crap.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Yes for sure. Mine in this video was sinking in the sand there and was going down. But I stopped it.

[@voodoo-rides]

What the heck happened to the truck n camper all the sudden ??? Big jump from tents to camper and truck then back to tents again. Big spend kaput ?