Motorcycle Ride - Taking in the Swinging Bridge & Kootenai Falls (S2 EP22)

[@jamesackley4550]

Hi guys . My brother and I met you all that day at Kootenay falls. I was riding the BMW gs and my brother was on the V strom. I saw a couple of glimpses of us in the video as we were pulling up. Just wanted to say it was great meeting you guys and hope to cross paths with you all again.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

That is awesome hope to cross paths again.

[@BlackThor15]

PS and watching Chris riding her own bike is truly awesome too!!

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Awesome

[@ea8454]

BONUS POINTS to you guys for riding in the rain! That's real!! Keep going!! Thanks!

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thanks! We don't mind riding in the rain as long as it's not a cold rain.

[@mathewhephill8686]

I love the respect that you have for each other.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thanks

[@GwenMotoGirl]

I do, too! ❤️

[@bryanolson6551]

One thing I learned when we moved to Oregon, either you do things in the rain or not at all! Happy birthday!

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thanks!

[@hectorlife56]

Have a happy birthday in the company of your wife, thank you for sharing such fantastic adventures, take care.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thanks.

[@TexRider]

the water looked so nice by the swing bridge. Take Care

[@norriemasson4080]

Happy Birthday Rich, great video there guys the rain puts a different perspective on things. Many of us would never have seen the falls if you hadn’t taken us. Thanks again stay safe until the next time

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thanks! Living the way we do makes us realize that we can't let a little rain slow us down or stop us from seeing something spectacular because if we did we'd miss a lot of stuff - Mother Nature can be a bit demanding at times.

[@red765hawk]

I enjoyed the bridge and the falls 2 weeks ago. A beautiful place in the world. Thanks for sharing your journeys.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

We're so glad we didn't miss the Swinging Bridge and falls. And we hit it at just the right time - no crowds!

[@brucefleming1743]

Happy birthday old boy 🥳 wishing you many more

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thanks!

[@jamesparkerson5780]

Happy birthday, Richard! Gotta say I envy you two. My late wife and I met in Orlando 40+ years back. We'd each just begun clerking a convenience store, she 2 p.m.- 10 p.m., I overnight. We had one vehicle between us -- my 650 cc Kawasaki. Our first date was to Disney on the bike. Great! One parks within a horseshoe toss of the entrance! We took a 920 cc Yamaha to Disney for our honeymoon a few years later. Even better! I provided her with her first bike ride. Once she learned to lean with the bike instead of against it, she was a great passenger. She liked to go fast. We rode from Daytona Beach to visit her parents who were wintering Northwest of Orlando. She insisted on more wind so I cranked it on...back in the day when the speedometer stopped being useful at 80 m.p.h. When we got to her parents' home her son, following us on my old 650, explained why he kept falling back, then catching up. I'd thought we were going 85-90. We weren't. He clocked us at 130!

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

That’s fast for 2 up for sure. Thanks for the birthday wish Cheers.

[@terryeverhart4121]

Been following you two for a while now great video work between the two of you most interesting on the places that you stop at

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thanks! We love trying to find out of the way places.

[@dranevickie]

The memories you all are making

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Yes we are. Thanks for watching !!

[@superduperhorsefun]

Hey guys, took a ride today with my HMK coat today. 25F outside up here in Alberta, Canada...Freakin amazing!! I was so warm. I do have a windscreen and i know i mentioned it to you guys earlier but such great value for less than $100 CDN. Thanks again guys, we watch every episode and over again. Kudos to follow your own path...

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

That’s great to hear. Thanks for watching we really appreciate it.

[@garyhanson4133]

Happy Birthday Rich. My sons birthday is tomorrow. I'm guessing that you are like KYD and a month behind on posting your videos, so I missed you. My mom grew up in Libby and i have family over there. I was going to recommend the bridge and falls. Its pretty there. That's where they filmed River Wild. Lobby is where they filmed "Always". You missed the Ross creek cedar forest. It is definitely getting cooler here, and they are starting to predict mountain snow. If your still in the area let me know, would love to meet up.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thanks! Would have loved to meet up with ya'll! We'll shoot for next time because that whole area is just too beautiful to not come back again and see the things that we missed the first time.

[@garyhanson4133]

@@TwoWheelsBigLife not to worry as I was getting worried you might get caught up in a snow storm. The mountains are calling for 1-5 inches of snow, and as one who's ridden a bike through snow wouldn't wish that in you.

[@les5386]

Happy Birthday Rich.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thanks!

[@joeharley87]

Happy Birthday and many more Rich

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thanks

[@mandopicker21]

I really enjoy seeing the country through you two... Keep on riding BE SAFE

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thanks, will do!

[@robertcraft8945]

Happy birthday Richard 🎂🌟🇺🇸

[@billymcgee3511]

Happy Birthday Rich! Hope you had a wonderful b-day. You two are having so much fun. Ride safe and God Bless!

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thanks Billy !!

[@steveallen5087]

I loved the “Smooch”. Beautiful even in the rain!!

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

👍

[@BlackThor15]

Happy belated birthday Rich, I hope you had a great day. It' truly awesome and very inspirational following your amazing journey and how you've decide to live your life on the road, thank you for sharing it with everyone!! Stay safe and keep enjoying it!!

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thanks a bunch.

[@juliehurdle9112]

Happy Birthday Richard 🎂🎊🎉🎁

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thanks!

[@j.a.f.i.p9517]

Happy birthday Rich! And Chris :-) too!

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

🤣🤣

[@roadtripper5553]

Thanks for the content happy birthday rich

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thanks

[@bamidele159]

Happy Belated Birthday Richard from Ontario Canada!!!

[@leftfield123]

Happy birthday, Richard. I'll be one of several to recommend heated gear, at least a jacket and gloves. I'd also think about a hi-viz rain suit. I got one at an military surplus store for under $30 and loved it. It not only kept me dry but was a big help with retaining warmth.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thanks for the information - we might just have to find room somewhere for that!

[@egalitarianvegan8806]

One summer I went fully loaded bicycle touring for 5 weeks in Wisconsin. Did not take very long to figure out that I could live with everything being wet. There really was no other choice. Of course there was the occasional day when the sun came, out and I could dry every thing. When traveling on the road it is amazing how living changes from our protected lives in houses. Loved the fact you didn't let a little rain get in the way of your adventure. Thanks. I enjoyed seeing the bridge, and falls.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thank you Kind sir.

[@bromanandthesquaw880]

Gorgeous! The unexpected stops are sometimes the best adventures. Thanks for taking us along. Pssssssst.........I know Chris was wanting to pack up that white kitty 🐱. Love y’all ~ Treca

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

You got that right!

[@ronetuley]

You guys got it going on. Love your KZbin channel. Found you guys through The Tramps video. Ride safe 👍🇺🇸

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thanks Ron !

[@benbirkigt493]

Happy Happy Birthday Richard you guys are great i love this channel !

[@micheallinderman481]

I like Ur videos! I have been going on long trips for the last 5 Years. I ride a 2007 Honda Goldwing and a 2016 Bushtec Trailer. I am so glad that U are showing some of the days that rain threatens the warm days. Keep two wheels down on the road!!!!!

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

The trailer is a game changer. Your stiff is always dry.

[@markmath2883]

I have been riding since ‘72. Though I have leathers, I wear mesh when temperatures exceed mid-80’s, and Gerbing heated jacket liner, pants, gloves, socks and Klim waterproof jacket/pants. Expensive but well worth it and no stopping to put on or take of the rain suit. Enjoy watching your video though 20 years in the Army cured me of the desire to camp.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Yes we could see how 20 years would take care of that for you. That's a long time.

[@christomaritz8405]

Thank you for this. I envy every step of your way. Happy birthday you richman. Love it

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thank you kindly

[@702phoenix9]

Great..Danke Ihnen..😄

[@GwenMotoGirl]

Happy birthday to Rich! My first thought was, omg they rode across a suspension bridge? 😉😝

[@randalltom9750]

Happy Birthday Rich, May it be a happy one!

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thanks

[@DCUngelled]

Happy Birthday Rich! Both of you seem so happy traveling around! Love the adventure! Ride Safe!

[@matthampton7349]

This is so cool! You guys are great, I am loving the videos and watching y’all go on this crazy adventure. We hope to see y’all soon. Rich, you hair is crazy man. 😂

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thanks Brother. We’ll be seeing you soon.

[@smilingbiter]

Happy belated birthday Richard!

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thanks!

[@Scootphoria]

Happy birthday Rich. Thanks for your time/efforts in editing and posting these videos. I've done photography of my travels for years. I've learned that videos don't look good composing them the same. Editing is time consuming. You two look good together!!!

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Awesome, thank you!

[@MotorHead963]

Looks like pretty cool spot

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

It was!

[@eddcurry1245]

Glad to see y’all having fun, -and enjoying the adventures

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thanks! We are having a great time seeing this awesome country and meeting such wonderful locals.

[@HerMotorcycleAdventures]

Happy birthday, Rich! Yeah, you bombed out with a birthday protein bar lol. 🤣

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

You know it!

[@kiwiroadpirate9143]

G'day Rich & Chris... Chased up your fellas site after Saddle Tramps posting on his. Subscribed and looking forward to your updates. Great to see more folk really living and experiencing life... More bikers roll up... "Hey look, our people." 😄love it. Enjoy✌🏴‍☠️ PS, man, how I'd love to get my fly rod on that river.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thanks Man. Glad you found us.

[@kiwiroadpirate9143]

😄Likewise🙏🏴‍☠️

[@georgedenny5919]

My daughter was married at the falls. Temperature was in the 90°. Beautiful place

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

it was chilly the day we were there.

[@karenshoucairmcgray4902]

Happy Belated Birthday Richard! I think that may be the same bridge my Dad took me on when I was little. Scary stuff. Your Shoei Helmet should have a pinlock lens (visor) already built in for anti fog, or should have came with a pinlock lens (visor) when you purchased it. I am still here trying to get through all your vids. Ride safe you two!

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thanks 👍

[@micheallinderman481]

I remember in 2019 I rode over Lolo Pass from Lewiston Idaho to Missoula Montana 39 degrees and rain all the way!

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Brrrr. That’s cold.

[@debihurlbert9443]

Really enjoyed this-beautiful country! Happy Birthday Rich! And those protein bars are not tasty!

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thanks! I wouldn't recommend those bars at all.

[@debihurlbert9443]

Two Wheels Big Life they look good on the package though. Never trust the packaging!

[@bdalen]

Happy birthday big guy!

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thanks

[@TheMotoScout]

Great video guys! Bummed I couldn’t get your long sleeved shirts this time around. I even ordered the day you posted about them.

[@billcarothers9182]

Living the dream !!

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Lovin it. Cheers.

[@SandraOrtmann1976]

You two are soo cute. Happy belated birthday to Richard. I wish you two all the very best. And maybe if it gets really bad, maybe consider moving south a bit...or a nice, little hotel or hostel?

[@thegoblin2684]

Happy birthday rich

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

👍👍

[@marlettemedia9913]

Happy birthday Richard. I’ll skip the cake thank you. 🏍

[@southpawsgarage]

Happy Birthday Rich! ....LOL...

[@philandrea8954]

Happy birthday Richard 🎂 I always carry a umbrella when I go camping what ever the weather ☀️🌧️☔🙏

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Love that! Chris had one

[@myakkacityriders1341]

Happy birthday old man

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thanks

[@billybadass5703]

Dude, your channel is awesome, passing the word

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

That’s Awesome.

[@jeffgoodenough9932]

Wow love your videos and happy birthday richard .

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thanks

[@Ruleof2plus1]

Again great video and the music selection is perfect, I am guessing epic sound?

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

That is correct. Epidemic Sound

[@Ruleof2plus1]

@@TwoWheelsBigLife Yes that one :)

[@seamus9750]

A very happy birthday to you Richard....

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thanks for

[@grahamcairn8379]

Love what you guys are doing. Hopefully I will be doing the same soon. Moving from New Zealand and traveling around Australia on a bike. Your music is great with your videos.

[@MrSaxojes]

🥳 happy birthday 🎂

[@gordonhenderson1708]

In Washington Sate there is the Okanogan. In Oregon there is Kootenai Falls. In British Columbia we have the Kootenays and Kootenay Lake and the Okanagon. Same/similar names, different spellings. On another note, in the shoulder seasons we love our heated vests to to along with heated grips and heated seats. With good rain gear one can stay pretty comfy. Cheers from Kelowna, B.C.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

I had to laugh - if we ever get the opportunity to visit any of these areas I'm sure we're going to butcher those poor names. Thanks for the tip on the heated vest. We just need to make more room for more gear.

[@gordonhenderson1708]

@@TwoWheelsBigLife If you haven't already, check out Tim Collins and his channel FTA Adventures. Tim has some great tips on full timing it on a motorcycle.

[@gordonhenderson1708]

Another oops. I see now that Kootenai Swinging Bridge is in Montana, not Oregon. As Rosanne Rosannadanna used to say, "never mind."

[@gordontownsend8439]

Hope you had a great birthday!

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thanks!

[@globalgyro]

Happy Birthday 🎉🍺

[@robertfloyd9940]

Happy Birthday!

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thanks!

[@raybrdjr]

hey guys, I notice you both have the ram phone mount. I use to have that style as well. till my phone landed on the highway two different times! I now have the Ciro phone mount! so easy to use, especially if you want to take a vid or photo while driving. I highly recommend the Ciro as your next phone mount! Great vids and envy your travels! : )

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thanks for the tip!

[@gilbertmal6033]

Happy birthday from San Angelo, TX

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thanks!

[@Cinebar2]

I have learned watching your vlogs which I enjoy, that there are weeks, months behind real time. To be expected but it would be nice if you opened your commentary with the current date. Rich needs a hair cut! LOL...I've ridden by there but on my way to somewhere else. You are so right...you need to just stop, get of the machine and walk to to create memories. Love the way you two interact!

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

We have had some setbacks with long service times so the channel is going to catch up soon. And thanks we will consider the date. Oh and I do get a hair cut but I’m growing it out soooo ....

[@robertberin4872]

10:20 normal day in the North West. I was very fortunate when I rode to Glacier to miss a huge storm by 1 day. 4:35 Got to pull out all of the stops to live outside. Been there done that.

[@edgardomatos6923]

Happy birthday 🎂,

[@43wagonwheel]

Happy belated!!

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thanks!

[@ermanjones7787]

Happy Birthday You sure are happy couple God Bless

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thanks! 31 years of marriage will do that to you.

[@jayhom449]

You need heated clothing. I ride in the winter in New Jersey. Hippo hands and heated clothing works great. Be safe out there and be safe.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thanks! Yes, heated gear would be so nice, but we've run out of room to store more stuff. Might need to reorganize.

[@GeorgeS68]

Best thing I ever bought, a heated liner with sleeves. ( not just a vest) You can get rid of the sweat shirts and other bulky clothes. Heated gloves also.

[@bertbirge7864]

Wouldn't it be nice if there was a hat that had a top part to keep your head dry!! Love you guys!

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

I don’t need one of those with the amount of hair I have 🤣🤣👍

[@flyingwithbrian3287]

Strongly recommend heated vest for riding in colder climates! Someone who knows from Maine.

[@adventureswithjess6321]

Heated grips too. Live in Washington.

[@conniewaite1371]

You need one of those campers that fold open into a tent that you pull with a cycle.so much better

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

That's on the list of possibilities.

[@haroldbevins393]

Happy belated Birthday Richard....

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thanks so much, Harold!

[@salmahdawi1]

Hi there, just got your link from SaddleTramp..i am following, good luck.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thanks

[@melaniecarlisle4771]

Love your videos! Was that someone's kitty that was camping or was he a stray or do you know? I'm always amazed at the number of cats people just dump off at campgrounds, truck stops, etc. It's so sad..wishing you safe travels!

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

As far as we know it was the camp kitty. Well fed and happy.

[@richardpassmore1]

Happy birthday Richard enjoy your cake lol

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

🎉

[@johncordell1628]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TOMORROW

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

cheers

[@bikersoncall]

Happy Birthday 'tomorrow' ! That's a coincidence too, cause our local bar has Free Beer Tomorrow, I just never seem to catch it on a tomorrow. ✔

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

I always miss those deals. 🤣

[@bikersoncall]

@@TwoWheelsBigLife 😁 Consolation prize; 🎂

[@rhondaallen1286]

happy birth day richard

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thanks!

[@kevindoherty8233]

Happy Birthday

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thanks!

[@jameslovelace8958]

Beautiful

[@01goldwinger]

You need to invest in heated riding gear. That way you don't have to layer up. Happy birthday.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thanks for the tip! still on a limited budget. 🤔

[@robertberin4872]

My secret is heat lockers hat. shhh... don't tell anyone.

[@jimboakastormyweather9711]

I'm really enjoying your adventures. Wondering about your PVC pipe setup on the back of your RG. What do you store in it?

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thanks Jimbo I got that idea from @chipakid Chip Parisi it holds extra tarp poles and the big tent spikes.

[@michaelblake339]

Hi Rich Great videos Question, minus the trailer, how much weight do you carry on the back of your bike? Thanks Mike

[@southpawsgarage]

The word , pronounced KOOT-nee, or KOOT-nay, depending on which side of the US-Canadian border you are on, refers to the Native American people of the region. They were originally called the Ksunka, meaning "People of the Standing Arrow." To them, standing arrow meant strength, unity and dexterity.

[@TheMotoScout]

Happy Belated Birthday

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thanks

[@rosscoyates]

Do you have electric vests? The are the answer to cold. I ride in around 45 deg. an I stay warm. You still need a sweater under your jacket with the vest underneath.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Chris has a heated vest, but it didn't make the cut when we were leaving for this adventure in the spring. Just not enough room for everything you want to bring.

[@zulfiqarabbasi3995]

be happy friend

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

You too

[@jonfranklin8003]

My Birthday on the 10 Oct as well,,. Best wishes.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Happy Birthday!!

[@j.r.3215]

Keep the dust/dirt off the PV Panel and watch the output go up, unless it is one of those inefficient/cheap PV Panels.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Oh yeah. It’s a 100watt panel and I can get 78watts out of it.

[@j.r.3215]

@@TwoWheelsBigLife Is it a Renogy Panel ?

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Yes it is. Seems to be doing good so far. Been using for 6 months and everything is working well.

[@carloscastro7786]

Happy bithday Richard...!! Greetings from Mexico city. How much time do you need to plan where you want to go?

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Thanks Cheers

[@benderbender1233]

saddle tramp sent me. subd ✌😎 edit- motorcycle people rule!

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Awesome and I agree ☝️

[@Warmfireandtea]

Am I first? Nice banner. Looks like you're in Montana.

[@TwoWheelsBigLife]

Yes we were. 😁