Freezing Motorcycle Camping in -5 degrees

[@roverchap]

The question inevitably will be 'why?', but I understand the reasons. Thank you for an indulging us in excellent little adventure and a great showcase for both the products used and the managed approach to the risks involved. You're a medical professional and so you can make good judgements as to level of personal risk, and keep aware of your situation. I really enjoyed coming along from the comfort of my sofa. Winter is very challenging for motorcycling in the UK, but you've showed that it doesn't have to be a complete no-no. Roger is not the garage queen!

[@millinutz]

and it's even more challenging in Switzerland. Many never get to ride through the winter, having to wait till March/April..., so those days with dry road-days in the UK Winter, would be very welcoming for Swiss riders.

[@banzobeans]

@@millinutzThe Swiss low-lands work pretty good. :) Gruess usem Baselbiet.

[@millinutz]

@@banzobeans Du hasch rächt, aber.. I live high in Emmental und muess zuerst durch schnee und eis to the lowlands kommen. Gruess zurück ins Baselbiet.

[@lyndapayne6716]

Big thumbs for another great vlog Charlie👍

[@JayeKai]

2:27 “so I think my plan is, to go to the cheese..” I have never agreed more

[@restdayrider]

It's a solid plan. 😊

[@gvinrad]

This brought back memories of bike rallys during the winter when I was younger & my bike was my only transport, I did many winter rallies up & down the country. One in particular springs to mind which was held in the grounds of Tutbury castle, I was on a little 150cc Francis Barnett plover. My tent collapsed during the night under the weight of 6" of snow, my ride back home saw me literally covered in ice with no feeling at all in my limbs by the time I got back home to Cambridge. My Dad had to help me off the bike & sit me in front of the coal fire to thaw out, thank goodness he had a roaring fire going when I got home !

[@darrenpalmer8695]

Its great memories like this that make motorcycling the best hobby and lifestyle ever(in my opion)😊

[@zenzen9131]

Totally excellent adventure and a totally excellent video :)

[@restdayrider]

Thank you 😊

[@derbyshireruralrider9398]

Making me shiver just looking at frozen tent & bike!

[@pjbaddict]

Browsing cheese to the flower duet… doesn’t get any better

[@restdayrider]

My sentiments exactly, been looking for an excuse to use that piece of music. 😊

[@pjbaddict]

@@restdayridernow have a listen to the pearl fishers duet and find a video for that… incredibly moving piece of music

[@real_altairaep249]

Mantap, sangat cantik viewnya, sehat selalu dari indonesia

[@restdayrider]

Thank you. 😊

[@edwardkaminsky8142]

I am sitting here in my easy chair asking myself "Why". Because she can...pretty straight forward. So many new gadgets and products Charlie. Gorgeous weather and footage of your adventure. I ran a boys camping program 40 years ago and did my share of sleeping on the ground. " How on earth do you do it?" Scares me to death to think your riding frosty roads. God bless you.

[@ralfhoffmann2487]

I just love your indominatble and adventurous spirit

[@restdayrider]

Thank you! 😊

[@RidingHelga]

Thank you, really enjoyed that. My favourite things included too, riding my bike and camping 😊 Must get myself one of those pumps. Thumbed and subscribed, thanks again 👍🏻😀

[@restdayrider]

Thank you, and welcome to the channel 😄

[@mikereed7887]

Well done you 😁......that lady in the cafe should have let you have a hot brew though ....👎....Nice one 👍

[@jaquesdaniels2964]

Great video , in cold weather , remove batteries from electronics if possible and keep em in your doss bag with you , ditto gas can for stove , well planned ahead and good contingency plan . A candle lantern can take the edge off the cold in the tent if used with caution .

[@davidrichmond3033]

Great video .informative and stunning.(though not quite enough to get me out under the winter stars🥶The cheddar loop from bristol is an old fav . usually on a balmy summer's eve , once the tourists have gone for the day .

[@stuartbrown8257]

Utterly bonkers and commendable in equal measure! Thank you for sharing. Take my like 👍🏼

[@restdayrider]

Thank you 😊

[@travellingbilly.4032]

Great video,with the added bonus of spotting an ex DublinBus decker in wildest Somerset...a feat worthy of a David Attenborough commentary. That wee pump is a wonder in itself !

[@ChrisyC567]

Absolutely Amazing......!

[@restdayrider]

Thanks 😊

[@Dwaindibbley1]

We are not worthy. Seriously Charlie, hats off to you not only for doing it but for sharing your story so well with us. Your vids just get better and better for story, content and imagery. Its so nice to see soneone have the passion and enjoyment out of life. Thank you

[@restdayrider]

Wow, thank you 😊

[@Diver-7448ss]

All good preparation for the Dragon Rally.....

[@restdayrider]

Absolutely!

[@georgealty]

Loved that. Lots of nostalgia for me too, as I bivvied there over 2 weekends in 1979. Just a plastic sheet and a blanket. - I was May though. Thanks for sharing!

[@allanmason7544]

well done charley

[@assumptionway254]

Hello from Tennessee. I just discovered your channel, and I enjoyed "freezing motorcycle camping-5.

[@restdayrider]

Glad you enjoyed it and welcome to the Channel. 😊

[@jasonwilliams3601]

Love a bit of winter camping.You had a great little set up there.

[@CarolDonovan-r4h]

Wow,fantastic vid,thanks for sharing, I must say you are a gutsy woman even attempting this trip at this time of year, great content and enjoyed it a lot,thanks again.

[@restdayrider]

Glad you enjoyed it. 😊

[@stanleyknife1967]

Yes, it is mad in Summer! Well done for braving the cold.

[@Gaius0]

Nice work with the balloons! Come to think of it, I think I remember seeing Madonna wearing those at a concert back in the 90s...

[@restdayrider]

😂

[@johnmeasures583]

You’re an inspiration Charlie. Thanks for another excellent vlog. ❤️

[@restdayrider]

Thank you John. 😊

[@youme1414]

Is this safe? I mean riding a bike in -5 degree Fahrenheit.

[@restdayrider]

-5 degrees CELSIUS. 😊

[@real_altairaep249]

mantap, sehat selalu dari indonesia

[@JulianAshley-mg7wb]

Big respect Girl! Some really useful kit tips too. I'm going to get one of those inflators. Thank you for the effort you made.

[@restdayrider]

Glad it was helpful! 😊

[@craigmarsh3221]

Hi fantastic video but I afraid to say you're MAD but so very enjoyable Craig 😊

[@restdayrider]

Hahahaha, nothing that's news to me there I'm afraid. 🤣

[@melfzs]

Good stuff , good practice for next year's Dragon rally , which might be warmer than this, going off last years weather!😆 👍

[@restdayrider]

I think the same! 😊

[@restdayrider]

I think the same! 😊

[@alanlake5220]

What a nice little adventure, hopefully you have thawed out by now. Cheddar Gorge looked lovely, but alas as you suspect a nightmare in the summer .

[@restdayrider]

It was lovely. 😊

[@rickhjortsberg2711]

Loved the ride through the gorge. Spectacular.

[@restdayrider]

Thank you 😊

[@sandman20011]

Wow you are one tough lady. Rather you than me. Loved your videos this year and I look forward to more next year. Loved the French trip especially. Have a good one.

[@restdayrider]

Glad you enjoyed it. 😊

[@chrisputt1385]

Well interesting, enjoyed your winter challenge, take care,

[@restdayrider]

Thank you 😊

[@JohnTanner61]

Inspiring♥

[@johnball716]

Wow, good effort a nice little adventure.. much respect in braving the elements.. 👍

[@restdayrider]

Glad you enjoyed it 😊

[@dhovious6247]

Love it. Rigamarole. My mom used to say that Haven’t in years heard that word. Love me some cheese as well with a nice craft beer.

[@restdayrider]

It's an underused word!

[@christopherjones3422]

Crazy bugger, hope it was nice cheese !!!!

[@restdayrider]

It sure was! 😊

[@docholliday2364]

Icey adventure , excellent .

[@restdayrider]

Thank you 😊

[@lucky55slevin75]

Wow fantastic video, ive been thinking of a camping trip too , in between Christmas and new year on my motorbike at the lower end of Scotland , You are an inspiration ♥ Thank you...

[@restdayrider]

That's brilliant, you'll love it. 😊

[@janvandijk2961]

Wow, you're a tough lady! I'm already getting cold by watching your vlog!!! This USB-pump seems handy, I might get one. Thanks Charlie!!

[@restdayrider]

I'm very impressed with it. 😊

[@neillindsay5889]

great video done the minus 5 stuff once was enough

[@iainrodger8079]

What an amazing wee pump!

[@restdayrider]

It's pretty impressive! 😊

[@rikherlaar]

you are a brave girl....enough said 🙂..and the beautiful sceneries lifted my lazy spirits for sure....thx for sharing

[@restdayrider]

Thank you 😊

[@pete147]

Charlie, you never cease to amaze me! Another great trip with great footage as per usual. The only negative was that cafe not making you a quick cuppa , shame on them 😊 stay safe as always 😎

[@restdayrider]

Glad you enjoyed it 😊

[@sweebeyh4327]

Fair play to you for getting out and doing it. 👍

[@londonbiker]

Well done you, I wouldn't do that. Just watching made me turn the heating up!

[@anthonybrunt181]

Charlie you are slightly mad but lovable and you keep on going when many stay in the warm and cozy but thanks for all the trouble you go to because so many reap the benefit of your efforts and your production is excellent and comments on kit very helpful. What a good egg your are.

[@restdayrider]

Thank you Anthony. 😊

[@kevinthompson9151]

Hats off to you !

[@MrBeracah]

Hi Charlie you made me feel freezing watching this video, but thanks for sharing it was interesting and good to know what you can do with the right gear. Not for me though I like the heat.

[@restdayrider]

Glad you enjoyed it 😊

[@advredbikes]

I must say you are a glutton for punishment. What a great ride, the Cheddar Gorge is beautiful, what great scenery, thank you for the great experience. Stay warmer.

[@restdayrider]

Thank you, glad you enjoyed it. , 😊

[@stephenshirreffs4540]

Your braver than me Hope you had a great trip😊

[@restdayrider]

It was actually fun! 😊

[@GerryPowell-r6s]

Your a brave wee lassie,good video and good to see you are living your life,the question is not why but,why not

[@restdayrider]

Exactly that!

[@gerardcullen5131]

Charlie you are a true soldier of the road biking and camping in December at minus 5% my hat is off to you

[@restdayrider]

Thank you 😊

[@weemark67]

A brave lass. My bikes are tucked away. Enjoy your cheese. I also like a nice bit of cheddar or Stilton. Buvvy bag, was a great buy.😊

[@restdayrider]

I'll have to find a stilton factory next. 😊

[@brockett]

Super video as usual. Unpretentious down to earth practical camping. I camped in frosty conditions for three nights and survived to, not only, tell the tale but to promise myself I'll never do it again. You know it cold when, in the morning, the tent's zip has frozen and you can't get out until a camping companion pours warm water on it.

[@restdayrider]

Wow! Yes it wasn't that icy, but maybe the tarp helped save the front zips? 🤔 Who knows!

[@TheLukanda]

A big battery pack and some thermal clothes or thermal blanket will keep you warm all night. Also get thermal insulation for your tent. Cheers. Great video.

[@keithbateman5360]

Greetings from down under. You never fail to deliver. Thanks for another enthralling adventure.

[@restdayrider]

Thank you Keith. 😊

[@peterhobbs7609]

Well done to you and Roger on another great adventure Charlie

[@restdayrider]

Thank you 😊

[@garyclifton2180]

Brave girl Charlie glad you was warm enough liked the bloons thing I thought they would be solid Great video can you put the go pro in the sleeping bag to keep batteries warm just a thought xx

[@markchase7419]

Fantastic video 🚑💙 I remember camping out on my bike.. but not that cold! 🎀

[@restdayrider]

Thank you 😊

[@Biggles83]

Lynton and Lynmouth to Cheddar is a lovely ride too!

[@restdayrider]

I'll add it to the list. , 😃

[@Karl3642]

Brilliant to watch, great video ! Will help with my preparation for the Dragon Rally too.

[@restdayrider]

Glad it helped 😊

[@iandale9044]

What an absolute legend, loved the video and can't believe you were prepared to even think about camping in them temps. 👏👏👏👏

[@restdayrider]

Glad you enjoyed it 😊

[@Momodeus_]

saludos desde argentina..lindo viaje

[@restdayrider]

Thank you 😊

[@nigeltomes3964]

Well done you are a brave girl xx

[@johncummins3860]

Well done Charlie, small tent & tarp is the best set up for UK camping on motorcycle - gives you the best of both worlds ( sunshine & rain ) !!

[@restdayrider]

I did miss my space tho! 🤣

[@davidhead9689]

All these people who say why are missing out ,but those of us who do, know the fun of winter camping. If you have the right kit. Also you almost had the gorge to yourself. Try it in summer. You can't move for tourists. Nice one Charlie, keep Roger rolling.

[@restdayrider]

Exactly that! Right gear and it's all fun. 😊

[@stevecoppin4278]

Good Morning Charlie 100% respect to for this , i was watching from my armchair & i felt cold , well done girl , take care & ride safe

[@restdayrider]

Thank you. 😊

[@russelltownley7404]

stunning vlog charlie thank you, so love your pluckiness hope you have a magical christmas and look forward to your adventures next year

[@restdayrider]

Thank you 😊 Next year will be epic. 😊

[@cameronlewington3005]

Nicely done Charlie, very brave but, achievable with the right gear! Bivi bag is a great addition to your bed roll! All the best…..Cam xx💐

[@restdayrider]

Thank you Cam. 😊

[@andrewscadden9113]

Hi Charlie, you do make superb KZbin videos...always a delight to watch and good kit info too...thank you very much and hope you have a quiet Christmas when on duty. Fireman Sam & Suzie xx

[@restdayrider]

Thank you! But I KNOW you didn't just use the Q word, did you ??? 🤣

[@ElwoodPDowd-ed7pc]

Inspiring … my first bike was a Himalayan. I learned so much on that bike. Now I have a lil’ Hunter 350. Thanks for sharing. Be well.

[@restdayrider]

Thank you 😊

[@bonnytrippler2966]

Charlie, you legend!

[@restdayrider]

Thank you 😊

[@michael1061]

Hi Charlie seeing you brightens my day . Merry Christmas .

[@restdayrider]

Thank you! Happy Christmas to you too!

[@OneStrokeTwin]

Thanks for sharing your adventures von Roger. I've recently sold my Himalayan 411 so I enjoy seeing your rides from a sunny and warm Perth Australia, while you brave the cold British winter conditions.

[@restdayrider]

Glad you enjoyed it. 😊

[@livinginmyownlittleworldad1905]

Just brilliant. wish i had your courage and ability.

[@restdayrider]

You DO! Just get out there and do it, fun adventure and experience lies just the other side of your comfort zone. 😊

[@livinginmyownlittleworldad1905]

@@restdayrider love it

[@grahamebell7505]

Another wonderful insight into your biking life Charlie. A great combination of visuals and music that moves the soul, thank you x

[@restdayrider]

Glad you enjoyed it 😊

[@KennethSwaby-j9d]

What i nice adventure you had Charlie. Looks like you got most of the cold weather gear sorted. The video of the landscape was really good. I had a bit of a laugh to myself when you said that you was going read a book and chill out😁 Hope the cheese was good too. 😊

[@restdayrider]

Cheese was yummy!

[@KennethSwaby-j9d]

Oh, I forgot to ask, did you see any penguins or polar bears? 😊😊

[@mikerider58]

Because of my CLL Leukaemia l need to watch my temperature. Long story short , l can't get too cold or too hot. Riding my Honda cb 500s gives me an a sense of Freedom. I don't think my consultants would agree to me camping in - 5 😊 but l loved this video, very well done.

[@Biggles83]

Visiting in the Summer, the whole of Cheddar is thriving. The shops, chip shop, even the cheese shops are packed and have a load of samples out! Really nice

[@chrislove3703]

I think you are brilliant next time you are in the lakes , I would love to buy you a coffee x

[@restdayrider]

Sounds great! ☺️

[@zaphodbeeblebrox4574]

Well Done.

[@speedfinder1]

Thanks for posting what is a really good video. (I think you are a little crazy) I watched the video hugging a 3KW electric radiator! 😁😁.

[@restdayrider]

Glad you enjoyed it by proxy. 😊

[@derrickmurphy9859]

Bloody brilliant stuff and you did the right thing sticking to the bigger roads early in the morning to avoid the frosty roads.what a beautiful gorge .Bloody coffee shops closed or closing 😮. Definitely all credit due to the wonderful campsite what a great place so helpful. When I am out on my bike and camping I am 110% alive and living life.All said I think you did the right thing with the smaller tent,but that's only an uneducated guess. Thanks for taking us along and Roger looked pretty dam cool with an icing of frost over him.Once your prepared as you were its all very doable. Thank you for a lovely adventure ❤...

[@restdayrider]

Thank you, glad you enjoyed the episode. 😊

[@davidmain3]

Very courageous of you! An inspiration to us couch potatoes.

[@restdayrider]

Thank you 😊

[@juliandone15]

I'm so glad you're doing all these ride outs and camping trips. It means I don't have to! I can just sit here with my leg up in front of the fire listening to the flower duet and watching you freeze your ass off. Keep up the good work Charlie I've not been to Cheddar for over 30 years.

[@juliandone15]

Ok, I would do almost anything for a decent piece of cheese..... but camping in December is asking a little too much these days

[@restdayrider]

But .. CHEESE! 😂

[@linoottaviani1183]

Grande Charlie, davvero grande! Complimenti

[@johnluckwelldroneenthusiast.]

@@restdayrider Cheese makes it all worth it 😂

[@juliandone15]

Ha ha ha...

[@anoble9776]

-5 Bonkers weather for camping but intrepid. Pleased to see cheese featuring again in your video. Eating cheese makes me happy too, all kinds of cheese. Love the plaits and the ice boob. Stay safe

[@restdayrider]

Glad I bought the cheese fix for you Alan. 😊

[@anoble9776]

@@restdayrider Adrian, not Alan

[@restdayrider]

Oh Gawd sorry! ADRIAN! ,🫣

[@anoble9776]

😀 @@restdayrider

[@Solipsismic]

Superb video again - thank you! Yes it is "bonkersly" packed in the summer - I went on my bike on a summer Sunday. The annoying thing was that other bikers were trying to show off by over-taking me on the turns. And there were a lot of bikers as well. I found the country lanes around the gorge really good for riding. Pity about the cuppa in the cafe! Hats off to you for camping out in that weather.

[@restdayrider]

Sounds like I did well to go out of season 😊

[@yellownev]

You have my total admiration for that 'adventure'. I considered it an adventure going on a mini tour late Nov but it was hotels !! Ride safe

[@restdayrider]

Thank you, it was actually fun! 😊

[@wallaceshackleton1889]

Well done. I had a wry smile to myself when you mentioned being inside a cramped tent. You should try a Wingman of the Road Goose tent. Honestly it would make for an interesting video from your perspective. It's big , bulky heavy and cramped inside but I love mine.

[@restdayrider]

I tried one , for 30 seconds. It was like being in a coffin! 🫣

[@paulmorris3022]

Hi Charlie. if i could give you 5 thumbs up I would. 👍👍👍👍👍 i hate the cold with a passion, but it shows that if you are prepared you can survive. Well done Charlie

[@restdayrider]

Thank you, glad you enjoyed it. 😊

[@chrisbittlestone9264]

Woman of Steel, Charlie 👊😬!

[@restdayrider]

Thanks 😊

[@intergalacticshovel]

Great campsite-been there a couple of times. Thanks for posting and thanks for cold weather biking motivation!! Happy Christmas 🎄

[@restdayrider]

It's a great little find. 😊

[@pommiegranite464]

Great stuff, Charlie! I really enjoyed your video. The Gorge looked lovely and I felt cold watching you camp! Much prefer your solo trips. Can't wait for the Dragon. Take care and ride safe always.

[@restdayrider]

Dragon will be fun! 😊

[@colinhead284]

Brrr!! , poor roger , i bet his battery was a bit low . Good job he came through for ya , as for the ice boob , " thanks for the mammary " ( as the Bing Crosby song goes ) keep em coming Cha

[@restdayrider]

Roger was a trooper as always. 😊

[@mrmr-cg9et]

Well done for braving the cold, I can't believe that cafe couldn't just make you a hot drink, I mean there was still people in there finishing off, next time I go to the gorge I'll make sure I don't spend my money in there, miserable #!!!!!!!

[@stephenwiddick4934]

Typical British attitude. Plenty of antibike still around.

[@matt-zr6zs]

truly stunning another part of the British isles ive never been to amazing twisty roads who have b@@@@ riding in -5 temps ,amazing content.

[@restdayrider]

Thank you, glad you enjoyed it. 😊

[@johnhackney9371]

Another excellent video. Just bought myself some of the Kilos gear including the chairs and a sleeping mat

[@restdayrider]

Let me know what the rest is like. 😊

[@johnhackney9371]

The chairs pack up nice and compact , only tried in the office so far but seem really great quality@@restdayrider