Motorcycle ride.The Gospel Pass Wales and The BugOut Shop Part One Wiltshire Man

The Gospel Pass so named because St Paul walked this way to deliver bibles to the Welsh people. All absolutely true ofcourse:)
It's the highest road in Wales UK and is single track with passing places.
The pass has cattle grids at all entries and exits and there are sheep and wild ponies wondering freely. There are also several parking places and easy access to Hay bluff and other great walks too.
Checkout the Bugout website here: www.thebugout.co.uk

[@hendrikarqitekt6286]

I must say, i overlooked it again, and to my surprise: a beautiful video. Well done Sandy.

[@keen2b]

Hi Sandy, Outstanding as always your streams in my opinion would make a lovely TV series!! I'm sure your subscribers would agree, It would make a refreshing change to all the present celebrity tripe we exposed to daily, please keep up good work as I and many viewers to your channel look forward to your travels,Its not just the footage your research of where you are, The history past and present which I find satisfying!!I always look forward to the next video!!! Well done 🙂🇬🇧👍

[@martynleyfield2941]

Amen to that 👍🏍💨

[@jonathandeeley6276]

Agree 100%👍

[@oscartravis5740]

Agree 🙂who can we petition to make this happen?

[@archiemillington306]

used to go down there on a wooden gokart when i was a kid

[@anroadking]

Rode my Roadking down from North Wales to ride that pass Sandy, about 3 years ago. Absolutely gorgeous.

[@jameswalksinhistory3848]

Another dynamic adventure-Thank you Sandy !

[@WiltshireMan]

Glad you enjoyed the video James:)

[@jimksa67]

Great ride! What is true is that some Saint carried the Gospel good news of Salvation through Christ throughout that country. Jesus Christ in you- your only hope of glory! Cheers from Canada!

[@dewipeach]

Amen..

[@alanarmer8069]

Brilliant video again,Thanks Sandy

[@paulbrooks5716]

Great to see you again, and the v-strom,lovely bike 👍

[@billcotton1551]

Views and the horses were great Sandy!

[@simonwiltshire]

Cheers sandy, loved every minuit of it, these just get better and better!

[@WiltshireMan]

Thanks Simon

[@jeroldkohl4094]

Awesome ride thanks for a wonderful video

[@martinfoy5167]

Beautiful that sandy and a bonus guest Darren 🙌 quite a good set up he's got going there 👏👏👏always a pleasure to watch 👌👍🥃

[@wyldwoodweeds]

How lovely to see you and Darren catch up again! Beautiful scenery too; thanks Sandy x

[@francismccrossan1669]

Nice to see you again nice out and about on your bike and camera 📷 very good video hope all is well stay safe and stay healthy one life don't waist it blessed be

[@funkyprepper]

Always a pleasure Sandy. Your very welcome here. Roll on the next time

[@WiltshireMan]

Cheers Darren, It was really great meeting you again, I hope to return with more friends soon:)

[@LFH02]

Great vid, good to see you old friends meeting up. thanks for sharing.

[@Debbie-ky5ey]

Your videos are fantastic love watching the Chanel appreciate the hard work what a treat thank you ..

[@WiltshireMan]

Thanks Debbie, very kind. Glad you are enjoying the channel:)

[@xvintz]

Was nice to meet you on camp 👍 hope you enjoyed wales

[@Marbleheadjed]

Fabulous video footage

[@barryconway]

Sunday morning, coffee, and a new Wiltshire Man video drops. That's me sorted! Good luck to Funky Prepper in that venture.

[@silktvPDR1]

I really enjoy the drone footage absolutely amazing quality makes you wish you were there 👍

[@WiltshireMan]

Wales is such a loevly place to ride John

[@colinjarvis2739]

Great video Sandy some beautiful scenery there, it was a nice surprise to see Funky Prepper as well. Also an extra thumbs up for the Vstrom it's looking great with the panniers on now.

[@jimrowland6089]

Thats all very interesting stuff Sandy. I liked every part of that ride.

[@WiltshireMan]

Glad you enjoyed the ride in Wales Jim

[@allanmason7544]

fab video sandy i dont live to far from these locations look forward to the next one

[@juliang3995]

Loved this video so much :)

[@ellisc.foleyjr9778]

Another great adventture Sandy, we're still waiting for spring here in New England. it'll get here someday. so will sit back and enjoy your offerings of adventrres. still waiting for our qso! be safe! 73 es hopefully we'll CUDTLOM! de Ellis WA1RKS

[@WiltshireMan]

Cheers Ellis, Are you hearing any UK hams, if so let me know and we will try a sked

[@paulbear7511]

Another great video brother

[@DanOpdal]

Thank you for sharing your adventure! Good to see you back on your bike again. Cheers!

[@WiltshireMan]

Thanks Dan

[@DanOpdal]

@@WiltshireMan You're welcome!

[@johnmatthews9293]

Gladickies joined you,you work well together.

[@adelarsen9776]

What positive comment can I leave on this video ? Let's see now. Well now. Ok. Hmm. Here's something : Nice bike. Nice view. Nice biker. Nice Welsh ponies, nice day and have a nice day.

[@jeetts59]

I drove the Gospel Pass very many years ago and stopped to take p of the wild ponies. Great memories seeing this video.

[@broadlander1398]

Sandy, what a fantastic ride! The scenery was stunning and it was good to beak the theme by visiting Funky too. I’m already looking forward to seeing part two. Many thanks for the great video. Take care, Jeremy (Broadlander)

[@peterbartlett4082]

Yes, another wonderful video....made my Sunday morning that! Many thanks

[@petercrisford2867]

Stunning Sandi, what views and what a road to ride. Thanks for taking us with you again.

[@BrianthatiscalledBrian]

Thanks, Sandy. It's great to experience these rides with you. Love it. 🙂👍🏍️

[@andymanser1]

Sandy keeping enjoying adventures. Stunning scenery devil's staircase. Enjoyed very much.

[@garymasterson1174]

Therapy. Thank you.

[@TheRamblingsofBry]

Thankyou for taking us up there mate, absolutely incredible views.

[@davidsanderson1891]

Hi sandy. Great video. Thank you so much For taking us along. Looking forward to your Continuous journey. Old dave.

[@SharpblueCreative]

Always pleased to see a new Wiltshire Man video.

[@aynsleycooper365]

A good run through of the route, and a great thumbs up to funky pepper - we'll visit when we're over there - thanks Sandy

[@AliasMrHackenbacker]

Brilliant, I really enjoyed this and can't wait for part two. I gonna put this on my list for places to ride.

[@markchurchward482]

Once again Sandy ‘well jell’ of your expeditions even in the p-ing rain 🤣

[@prevcounta4877]

We echo the comments of Barry Conway! Easy like Sunday morning - thanks Sandy.

[@gromlynne3550]

A lovely Sunday morning rideout Sandy! I was looking at walks and cycles around that area a couple of days ago with thoughts of cycling Gospel Pass..even if I have to stop to 'take in the scenery' every 20 yards!! After seeing your trip, it's a definite! Looking forward to the Devil's Staircase as I've ridden it pillion several times in the past. Diolch Sandy🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@marcuskiritsis2076]

Loving a bit of Sunday night Wiltshire man that was amazing funkies shop looks cool 😎 looking forward to part two ♥️👍😊

[@WiltshireMan]

It's a lovely place to stay and visit Marcus. I hope you are able to get out this year and get some time in nature

[@stuartv-e8161]

Great video Sandy. Every time you go into Wales you make love scenic films. I'm off to Wales myself next week and I can't wait. Thank you bye Stuart 😊🔆

[@WiltshireMan]

Have fun in Wales Stuart

[@grahamhunter3233]

It's pronounced 'Bilth', but as I am an English man I am happy to be corrected. A few of us tried to ride this road a few weeks ago, but it was closed. Best ridden in the summer months!

[@bushlore21]

Great video Sandy!! Awesome work, nicely done!!👍

[@johnpawson7400]

Lovely neck of the woods to be riding and you have got panniers on the V Strom now brilliant

[@WiltshireMan]

Got the Vstrom all setup for world wide travel now John:)

[@johnpawson7400]

@@WiltshireMan cannot wait to see those videos

[@neilmackinnon3371]

Thanks for the inspiration Sandy. I went and rode the Gospel Pass today, Hay on Wye to Abergavenny. It was excellent. I got my timing just right as I didn't encounter another vehicle on the climb, only a very brave lady on a bicycle. When I got down to Capel-y-Finn I met a couple of guy coming the other way who where just about to head up the pass and then three guys on bikes came the same way as me and stopped at the chapel. I really enjoyed the ride so thank you very much for reminding me of a place I have been meaning to visit.

[@WiltshireMan]

It's a lovely place to ride, glad you enjoyed the Gospel pass

[@9m2sh]

Thank you very much Sandy for the wonderful video. Certainly help bringing back fond memories of the 70s; then living in Llangorse Village and working for Welsh Water Authority and later Powys County Highways Department in Brecon Town. Looking forwards to whatever coming up next. Regards from Malaysia.

[@M4BoarBiker]

Nice video as usual Sir, the Gospel pass is stunning. Especially when it opens up to reveal the big view. I'll be looking forward to the next one.

[@stevecoppin4278]

The drone footage was brilliant Sandy well done

[@richardgiles2484]

Wow. Really enjoyed this video. I've lived just outside Cardiff for 95% of my life and never knew about this pass. Definitely on my todo list this year after my Scotland trip next week 👍

[@MadDogsandEnglishman]

First and proud of it 🤣👌

[@adelarsen9776]

I think you'll find Adam and Eve came before you.

[@mischef18]

Speaking of dark sky I forgot to get up and see the 4 planets lined up and meteor shower this morning. Great video bro those horses sure like to leave their calling card on the roadway. Safe travels

[@stevef8763]

Nice video sandy, I'll have to go ride it and see for myself. Stay safe.

[@jonathandeeley6276]

Hi Sandy, good to see the Gospel Pass has reopened, it was closed last Autumn when I went over due to a landslide and half the road disappearing! Builth Wells where your heading is pronounced "Bilth Wells" Cracking video as always, look forward to part 2. Keep up the good work!😊👍

[@terrygreen4338]

Cheers Sandy enjoyed the video 👍🏍

[@kyotosal]

Great video, thank you. I would love to visit Wales someday.........Sal : )

[@DDan61]

I absolutely love learning in your videos! Stay safe and healthy my friend!

[@WiltshireMan]

Thanks Dan:)

[@davidireland6952]

Hi Sandy, mesmerising scenery and loved the history you gave of the pass, excellent upload, really enjoyed it 😁 Think i need to put that on my Himalayan bucket list 👍

[@WiltshireMan]

You should definately consider a Himalyan ride to Wales Dave:)

[@mauricejohnston8454]

great video as usual. but watched your tour of Scotland again From 2020. most enjoyable.. going to make the effort this summer

[@neanderthaloutdoors9202]

Enjoyable ride Sandy and nice that you found Darren. The Llanthony Priory is a wonderful ruin sat on its own in beautiful Welsh countryside, part of its cellars are now a Bar with camping opposite, there's a resivour/big lake in a nearby valley with a bothy. It's not Darren's shop Sandy it's Leigh's shop.

[@ralphsmotodiary]

I did the Gospel Pass on Tuesday this week (25th April). It was bright and sunny but chilly. I came from the south and it's worth knowing that if you're coming from the south to Gospel Pass, the roads are not at all good - they're in bad shape, boggy in places and very slippery with runoff from the hills. It also goes on for quite a few miles . If you're approaching from Hay on Wye then the approach roads are in much better condition and it's not as long a ride to get there. Another thing to note; I used a sat-nav device to find the pass and it took me to a dead end on a farm several miles away to the south. The lady farmer obviously knew where I wanted to be and asked if I was looking for the pass, so I can only conclude it's not the first time she has come across lost motorcyclists on her farm looking for the pass. She was very good about it, bless her, and she even gave me directions on how to find the pass. In any case, despite getting lost and the bad roads, it was totally worth it, the views are amazing from the top of the pass and on a clear day visibility goes on for miles and miles. I've not seen views like that since riding the Cat & Fiddle last year.

[@paullee6663]

@ Ralph's Moto Diary. I couldn't agree more! I watched the video and read your comment early this morning. Most the motorcyclists seem to do it from the Abergavenny end up to Hay on Wye. (Incidentally for the scenery and views it is the best way) If I was going to do it again I start at Hay on Wye and ride up to the highest point, turn around on the 'car park' and come back and do it the other way. It only takes about 15 minutes each way (as you know) Absolutely stunning up there today in the sunshine. PS I should have listened to you, but I thought it was a longer route. (Bike ended up filthy and I came very close to dropping it when the front slid on rubble and mud) Goodness knows how they manage on racing cycles. 🤔

[@ralphsmotodiary]

@@paullee6663 thanks for your comment on my, er, comment. Glad you managed to stay upright despite the slippery conditions - slow and steady definitely wins for this route.

[@anthonymcintyre9096]

Excellent video. Off to walk the West Highland Way next week having been inspired by yourself and Barking Badger. Then off to the Adventure Bike Riding festival at Ragley Hall. You may find it interesting. Keep up the good work.

[@rialobran]

Nice one Sandy :)

[@mikehurley5052]

Wales never disappoints when it comes to motorcycling.

[@WiltshireMan]

It's a lovely place Mike, just over 2 hours drive away

[@willallen7757]

11:21 those ordinance survey maps are awesome , he does have everything you need .

[@billhambelton7698]

Its a beautiful part of the world Sandy. Was in the area last month during a failed attempt at wildcamping the Beacons Way. Had to abandon half way due to a turned ankle and my walking partner had chest trouble due to the after effects of covid. Were both going back in August to finish off walking from Abergavenny to Storey Arms.

[@WiltshireMan]

Sorry to hear of your failed attempt to walk the Beacons way Bill, hopefully you will succeed next time, if you want another member to join you let me know

[@buntykumar1592]

👍

[@ysgolgerlan]

Thanks for the interesting video, I never knew about that Pass. Just one niggly little point if I may - Funky Prepper showed you a rucksack and on it was the name CRIB GOGH, it should be CRIB GOCH. Just a very minor niggle and I'm sure the rucksacks are excellent but it might put some people off buying them due to the spelling error. Love the sound of your v-strom twin engine.

[@WiltshireMan]

You've got sharp eye's Paul:)

[@ysgolgerlan]

@@WiltshireMan thanks for replying, I do like to study your videos. By the way my name's not Paul it is Berwyn. All the best.

[@victormonster4658]

Stunning area, unspoilt & beautiful. Great video Mr W, looking forward to the next one. Another stunning area you might like to try is the gwaun valley by Fishguard. Plenty of campsites on the coast or a great one next to a pub in the gwaun valley.

[@WiltshireMan]

Never heard of the Gwaun valley before, I'll have to do some research:)

[@victormonster4658]

@Wiltshireman. Highly recommend it Mr W, very peaceful and beautiful.

[@silveryfox69]

I came across one of your videos on paramotoring as I'm looking to start a training course on it, now I'm watching motorcycling in Wales and thinks its fantastic. Your an inspiration Sandy, thanks for the videos. PS I think Dickie lives around the corner from me, very small world.

[@WiltshireMan]

Dickie lives off Grange drive

[@silveryfox69]

@@WiltshireMan Must be your address then, I'm off headlands Grove and the surrounding area is very familiar. I won't say where for confidentially reasons 🤐👍

[@daisolorider]

Don't think I've done that, have to give it a go soon.

[@alexmorgan3435]

Love riding the Gospel Pass but usually cycling. It also features on the opening and closing credits of Antiques Road Show with the Citroen 2CV going up and over it with a grandfather clock sticking out the roof. Shame the visibility wasn't so great on your second filing attempt. Don't you have the GoPro App on your phone so you can see what your GoPro is filming and adjust accordingly if necessary? Glad you were out on your V-Strom. You should use it more. The Devil's Staircase is steep. The valley leading up to it is pretty spectacular.

[@campfire52]

This a a fantastic start to a video series Sandy. You went through all of the extra effort that it wound up taking to get us a great view of it all. Most would have just said that I'm sorry but the camera was not at the best angle so you missed it. Not you, you just had to return and do it again in order to make it fit up to your standards. That wasn't really something you had to do, but. kudos to you for doing it my friend. Very interesting and entertaining video as always. And it was a pleasure to see Darren (Funky Prepper) with his new shop as a bonus. I am looking forward to the next one. Thanks again.

[@WiltshireMan]

Thanks Terry, Sometimes second best isn't good enough and whilst I was there I just had to go back

[@oscartravis5740]

Cracking video as always Sandy. One thing I'm often curious of on your trips is how you pack your panniers? Love to get my hands on one of those Crib Goch spine friendly backpacks as well

[@WiltshireMan]

Those packs looked great Oscar

[@killofthedayyyy9531]

Hello nice video good work. I am looking at doing this ride this year. I would just like to know the route you took. And how far is the devils staircase from gospels pass. I have never done tour riding so I am new to this please be kind in comments

[@chrisk3488]

Wondered where the FP had gone.

[@bobspence714]

I've very few regrets in this life. Of those that abide, the regret of distances that prevent us from meeting, and possibly joining you and Dickie on a grand Himalayan excursion, will linger as a debt unpaid.

[@WiltshireMan]

And the chance to ride around Wales:) It is a lovely country

[@simonchristie4117]

Another great video, what make is your helmet? Looks like the Bell Mx9? Any good?

[@WiltshireMan]

Its a synchrony duo, I like it and its cheap

[@simonchristie4117]

@@WiltshireMan thanks for the reply 👍

[@jonfranklin8003]

Hello,,.

[@willallen7757]

Hey ya'll.

[@hendrikarqitekt6286]

sorry can’t see a thing

[@MB-qk5it]

1% Welsh, 😂

[@coops9871]

pronounced.....bilf wells

[@WiltshireMan]

The make sheds there:)