Good call on picking up trash let by others. Leave it better than when you found it.
@FTAAdventures Жыл бұрын
Thanks! I agree!
@rosemaryus-ct6151 Жыл бұрын
always good to have informed suggestions; when i took my kids camping we had a 'shelter first' rule. my youngest once insisted on preparing food first; he then got to help me put up the tent in pouring rain. lesson learned by the little one.
@FTAAdventures Жыл бұрын
Great tip! Sorry to hear that though, setting up in the rain is terrible.
@kjaubrey481611 ай бұрын
When I was younger I would set off on my bike with a cheap jungle style hammock, some basic gear and a sleeping bag. I would intentionally get lost and ride for 6-8 hours per day without knowing where I was. When I got tired I would find some wilderness area to set up camp and tie my hammock up. Nobody knew where I was because I didn't know where I was. On the final day of my journey I would pull out my pocket atlas and figure out where I was and even then I might intentionally get lost on my way home. I have seen so many things that I would not have seen if I had carefully planned my route and had so many adventures along the way. Maybe don't overthink and over plan life and just take time to live it.
@ryanmalone2681 Жыл бұрын
Great advice. I’ve never had the opportunity to camp with anyone. I struggle to disconnect with technology. While setting up camp and cooking I have my earbuds in and will listen to a book, and then I settle in front of the fire and then into my tent, I have TV/films on my phone to watch. Regarding littering, I always wonder who the people are who just throw their trash in beautiful camping spots. There should be crippling penalties for people caught doing that.
@FTAAdventures Жыл бұрын
I watch some stuff on my phone too, if I’m not having a campfire. I agree about litter bugs!
@joshuamartin9427 Жыл бұрын
Great stuff and we appreciate what you do. Keep it going and always know you have our support. Get those future trips on the calendar and keep it coming!
@FTAAdventures Жыл бұрын
Thanks! Will do!
@pd8559 Жыл бұрын
Air mattresses are usually more pain than worth. Always end up leaking after a while of using them. They also let the cold settle underneath your sleeping bag so if you are camping in cold areas you’ll be cold. More bulky is rubber foam offcuts the size of you. Doesn’t roll up as compact but you’ll be proper insulated from the ground. If only doing one off camping trips every rare moon you may get by with the air mattress. Camp setups also depends on what part of the country you are in. A heavy large tarp or two is invaluable for keeping you off the ground properly away from wet as well as keeping both you and your bike(s) under shelter. Nothing worse than being trapped in a tiny tent in an endless rain storm and have to go to your bike to get something you have packed away in it. A large tarp overhead is a god send in those situations.
@FTAAdventures Жыл бұрын
Great points! Thanks for the comment!
@scrapperstacker8629 Жыл бұрын
Always willing to take advice from a well experienced rider. Thanks for sharing.
@FTAAdventures Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@neilmackinnon3371 Жыл бұрын
Thanks Tim. Your final tip is very much why I moto camp, for the fun of it. A delightful discovery I have made is the sound of nature all around you, especially in the morning when the birds are really singing their hearts out. I don't wild camp, so I am always on a camp site of some sort, some are closer to nature / further from towns / cities than others but there is always something to listen for. All the rest of your tips are spot on and I still follow a lot of the guidance I first got from your book.
@FTAAdventures Жыл бұрын
Awesome! Nothing like the sounds of nature. Especially a brook or river with some birds in the background. Thanks!
@DrMark920 Жыл бұрын
I just returned from a two-week 4,000-mile trip. I laughed during this video... because even though I already knew, I didn't follow the tip of setting up before dark. I could hear your voice, Tim... be sure to set up BEFORE dark. I remembered your hornet's nest example. Yet, I failed to do it several times in a row! I'm still learning. Thanks for the wise words.
@FTAAdventures Жыл бұрын
That's awesome to hear you went on a trip! Hope it went well other than setting up in the dark :)
@kramr7012 Жыл бұрын
Appreciate your summary and guidance! Your channel offers much for those of us trying NOT to learn the hard way…. Two thumbs up for the course! Especially the basics for electrical. Safe Travels!
@FTAAdventures Жыл бұрын
Thank you! Safe travels to you too!
@anneligustafsson16 Жыл бұрын
Love solocamping❤
@FTAAdventures Жыл бұрын
Me too!
@GS_Johnny_ADV Жыл бұрын
Since you usually get up early while camping, by sun set it’s been a long day riding most likely and a good time to prepare to camp before fatigue sets in and increases the danger factor. Also I think a “bear vault” is a much better idea than a bear bag and more simple to use. I keep mine in my top box and it doubles for storage when not deployed. Good list for reminders; thanks Tim always great content.
@FTAAdventures Жыл бұрын
True! Bear container is a great alternative to hanging a bag.
@mawladdawilah Жыл бұрын
Very important tips that will benefit me on my first solo trip, thank you
@FTAAdventures Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@BigDaveTALKS Жыл бұрын
# 6 and 7 are most important in my book. Especially #6 after learning of the land closures in Utah. Thanks Tim
@FTAAdventures Жыл бұрын
Glad you agree!
@davechavis4275 Жыл бұрын
Good intel bro! But of course nothing ever goes to plan. Tip #27 , take tim with you so you have someone that’s prepared.
@FTAAdventures Жыл бұрын
Thanks! I like tip 27!
@stevepolk1039 Жыл бұрын
Always love your videos. Keep them coming. Jealous of all of your adventures. Stay safe.
@FTAAdventures Жыл бұрын
Thanks, will do!
@toslow9045 Жыл бұрын
Glad to see your vids, Always enjoy the helpful info.
@FTAAdventures Жыл бұрын
Glad to hear it!
@MidCoastAdventures Жыл бұрын
Got to love moto camping! Cheers for the upload 😎👍
@FTAAdventures Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it
@BJJNINJA215 Жыл бұрын
Great tips Tim👍💯
@FTAAdventures Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it
@chonkyb3134 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for these valuable tips ….
@williammacpherson4004 Жыл бұрын
Excellent point about skill level and riding alone. Always enjoyable to watch your vids, always de stressing.
@FTAAdventures Жыл бұрын
Glad to hear it!
@Ajbarili6 ай бұрын
A great reminder that motorcycle camping follows the same basic camping guidelines
@dynamadnessadventures205 Жыл бұрын
Great video Tim ride safe
@FTAAdventures Жыл бұрын
Thanks, you too!
@ukpaul92218 ай бұрын
Totally good sense. Thanks for the video. The only tech I take is the phone to keep in touch and two micro-radios with ear buds. Thanks again.
@newenglandscrambler2262 Жыл бұрын
Make sure your tent site is actually flat and not just flat-ish. Nothing more fun than sliding off your sleeping pad all night.
@FTAAdventures Жыл бұрын
Great point! I agree with that one!
@jyoung488 Жыл бұрын
Great tips Tim! Thanks
@FTAAdventures Жыл бұрын
You bet!
@willmcgregor7184 Жыл бұрын
Thanks! Pearls of Wisdom & experience
@FTAAdventures Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@chonkyb3134 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for these valuable tips
@FTAAdventures Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the comments!
@daweshorizon6 ай бұрын
Top tips! Love and peace.
@sausagesandwichSA10 ай бұрын
Have done quite a few solo trips...been a while, must get out there again 👍
@filofilo8127 Жыл бұрын
Good straight to the point video Tim.
@FTAAdventures Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@blowduke Жыл бұрын
Always leave a little room in my bag because it never goes back as good as it went in .
@FTAAdventures Жыл бұрын
So true!
@magicworldbyjorg Жыл бұрын
...cool video keep up the great content.. Thank you…
@FTAAdventures Жыл бұрын
Thanks, will do!
@magicworldbyjorg Жыл бұрын
@@FTAAdventures Thank you very mutch... have a nice Weekend.... see you….
@eddcurry1245 Жыл бұрын
Great tips.
@FTAAdventures Жыл бұрын
Glad you think so!
@CampingwithRadios_kg6dve Жыл бұрын
Great job Tim .Im In SoCal for a few months. A lot hotter than my place in Gold Beach, Or. Only 25 minutes to the Julian Pie Company. Been enjoying their fare since the original store in Julian. Hope to meet you there one day. Ride safe.
@FTAAdventures Жыл бұрын
That’s awesome, I love Julian Pie company. Maybe we will cross paths one day!
@ColinFlowers Жыл бұрын
Great advice about letting people know where you are, that's something I can do better so thanks for that. Also, regarding the rubbish, If someone sees rubbish littering the site, they're more likely to add to it than if it were a spotless site. Nothing wrong with making the place nicer even if it was someone else's mess. Thanks for the videos!
@FTAAdventures Жыл бұрын
Thanks! That’s so true about people contributing to an already dirty site.
@Richard-dh8ny4 ай бұрын
Excellent tips Tim! What's your favorite tent for solo camping on the rode?
@TictacAddict110 ай бұрын
New rider. Unfortunately, I work 700 miles away from home and my motorcycle. In 4 months, I'll be back home and try my first solo motorcycle camping trip. One night in a hammock and restaurant for every meal.
@FTAAdventures10 ай бұрын
Sounds awesome, hammocks are the best
@wrangler1010 ай бұрын
extra tip : Test your camping gear at home , you dont want to found a tent with a hole or a sleep mat losing air at the camp site
@FTAAdventures10 ай бұрын
Great tip! Thanks
@burtonparsons7717 Жыл бұрын
Time with the Lord.
@rogermeyer860 Жыл бұрын
location, location, location, quality sleeping pad and bag or quilt.
@FTAAdventures Жыл бұрын
Great points!
@human1513 Жыл бұрын
What if I have no one that cares about me or where I am?
@FTAAdventures Жыл бұрын
Tell me if you have no one else
@human1513 Жыл бұрын
@@FTAAdventures Thanx for the reply. I am an avid motorcyclist. It is true I am single and have no one. No family. I have made it this far. I can relate to you and your videos. Stay strong as you help more people than you may realize.
@ricardofabia6 ай бұрын
Do you carry anything with you for personal protection when solo camping?
@FTAAdventures5 ай бұрын
I don't, well other than bear spray.
@garykleinsteuber4529 Жыл бұрын
If you can carry it in Full, you can Carry it out Empty.
@FTAAdventures Жыл бұрын
So true!
@2000jago Жыл бұрын
"5 Tips For Solo Motorcycle Camping" - But there's 7 tips.... 🤔
@FTAAdventures Жыл бұрын
Bonus
@jimraley63405 ай бұрын
There's always at least one who complains about free stuff...😅😉@FTAAdventures
@bebeonhisbike Жыл бұрын
Do you need camp on defined sites? Don’t you have the right to roam the countryside?
@FTAAdventures Жыл бұрын
It’s best to use pre existing sites that are already established
@michaelking3812 Жыл бұрын
2nd :)
@FTAAdventures Жыл бұрын
Nice!
@armadilllo Жыл бұрын
1st
@FTAAdventures Жыл бұрын
Nice!
@knappdaddy Жыл бұрын
Great tips thank you !!
@FTAAdventures Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@pascalfo6014 Жыл бұрын
Sad generation more solo then ever ,we use to ride or have fun in bunch lol