No one told me it was THIS tough! - Riding El Camino del Diablo, The Devil Road (Part 2 of 3)

No one told me it was THIS tough! - Riding El Camino del Diablo, The Devil Road (Part 2 of 3)
The 130-mile journey traversed varied terrains, primarily deep sandy washes and sharp volcanic rocks. No one told me it was going to be THIS tough! Yet, even the rough stuff couldn't deter our KTM 500 EXC-Fs, as they conquered each challenge with remarkable ease and grace.
This biblical ride pushed me beyond my comfort zone, shedding irrational fears that had immobilized me in the past. Meanwhile, Jase navigated the challenges with his usual Dakar-rad readiness. Our campervan companions, Beth, Ken, and the ever-charming Floki became indispensable allies, providing support and even a touch of therapy. When the ride became overwhelming, Floki offered comfort in his endearing way - kissing my nose and performing his signature move of leaning his backside against my leg. A sweetheart indeed.
While I may have narrowly avoided having any "offies" (unlike Jase!), my finesse up on the pegs was akin to a raccoon on meth. Still, the experience elevated my off-road and sand-riding skills. An unforgettable adventure, marked by camaraderie, conquered challenges in the demonic sand - it’s not called the Devil Road for nothing - and the unwavering support of friends and furry companions. 🏍️🐾🌟
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[@BraapTales]

Mate, I believe your Mosko Workhorse Jersey is on backwards. I wear one, too. This trail will make you a solid sand rider, for sure.

[@tomwilmot]

Keep it going guys. Loving the scenery- would be great if you could get both sets of audio recorded from your comms! I know some comm units let you send it all to a GoPro.

[@fourwheelednomad]

Hey Tom, thanks so much for the warm words. 🙏 Noted about the comms, they both record when I remember to switch my GoPro on as well! Jase is better at it than me but I’m determined to talk more going forward! Cheers L

[@pungarehu]

So here I sit, beer in hand after a long day (weekend) volunteering at the Inverness half marathon. Pick up the iPad and the first thing I see is this. Just a nice way to round off my weekend Jason (and Lisa of course) .

[@fourwheelednomad]

Cheers, Col - we always look forward to gauging your reaction, your wonderful words - and you have a beautiful way with them, so keep that coming. Glad you're getting out and about, watching people run many hard miles for a good cause. Until the next time, dear friend. Enjoy seeing Nat on her Mother's Day, wow, I still can't believe she's a mum now. L&Jx

[@lukefish7562]

What beautiful scenery! Those sunrises! Incredible way to start the day. And look at you Lisa getting 💪🏽 on your 🏍️! That’s not easygoing and certainly exhausting. I’m impressed. And it’s smart to not push it too hard when fatigue sets in so wise decision as well. Jason and you both become better riders with every passing day. And most importantly you do so with a smile on your face! 😁 That’s my favorite part. Great team work all the way around. 👏🏽 Looking forward to part two! 🙏🏽🏍️💨

[@fourwheelednomad]

Thanks for your sincere, heartfelt and perceptive observations always expressed in such warm words - we adore every time you say something on our channel. So cheers for that. L&Jx

[@lukefish7562]

@@fourwheelednomad well there you go again making my day better! 😊 I really appreciate the kind words just like I do you guys sharing your life adventures with us. It’s inspiring to see people out there living a life we all wish we could be and to do so with genuine appreciation for all the beauty you experience along the open road sets you apart. And it’s what makes it so easy to like you both as positive humans just trying to enjoy our short time on this spinning globe 🌎 flying through space! Sooo, thank you once again! I’m about to free my mind riding through the glorious blue ridge mountains where your journey started. Have a wonderful day wherever you are! 😁 🏍️💨

[@fourwheelednomad]

Man you say the nicest things! We get our fair share of negative comments too so it feels good to receive such positivity.

[@lukefish7562]

@@fourwheelednomad ahhh yes. I wish I was surprised to hear that about the negative comments. There are so many miserable people who see y’all’s smiles while doing EXACTLY what you want to be doing in life and their jealously causes them to hate. Like I explain to my sweet girlfriend I have learned to not let them bring me down to their level which is what they desire. Instead I pity them and MOST IMPORTANTLY I count my blessings that I’m not like them. We’re blessed to be the opposite of such people who find pleasure in being a negative Nancy. So keep on being you! 💪🏼 Happiness and positivity look good on you both!😁

[@JasonsCrypticchannel]

☺great video! i like your editing/montage style!

[@fourwheelednomad]

Jase says tar very much! He'd say it himself but he's busy editing the next vid - occupational hazard now we're balancing this motorcycling malarkey with filming the bugger! Cheers L (and the Spaff)

[@mfranquemont1884]

Did you guys know the van owner? Seems he saved the day!

[@fourwheelednomad]

Yeah, they are friends

[@bajamcguide]

Looking like lots of fun.. Im in Ensenada baja México if you guys need anything..

[@fourwheelednomad]

Cheers! Baja never disappoints, which is kinda wonderful! L 🤜🏼🤛🏼

[@henrikkaufmann3009]

Dont know you - but love you :-) Really looking forward to more to come! Just out of interest I just bought a KTM 500 to make light adventure bike. What gearing do you drive 15/50? And what service intervals have you planned for?

[@fourwheelednomad]

Thank you. We are running ratios 14:48 and our service intervals are 1500 to 2000 miles depending on the terrain ridden.

[@ObsidianFPV]

lol, she was on the better side of that rutted section!! Ooof, men!, am I right.

[@fourwheelednomad]

That's funny. Yup, I think I just may have been. Although the rough sections seem to spur Jase on, takes everything in his stride that one. I'll get there, it may just take the duration of my riding career to do so! Cheers, L ;o)

[@69DeeGee]

Jason, what’s the harness thing around your neck with the antenna on??

[@fourwheelednomad]

It’s part of the backpack from Mosko moto - the Wildcat 12 L

[@69DeeGee]

Ahh OK is the antenna for the drone??

[@fourwheelednomad]

No it’s a radio.

[@wsfarnie]

Thats a lot of deep sand... no bueno!

[@fourwheelednomad]

Hey Sean, I hear you matey trousers. It was. It sucked balls. But hey ho, "Come on, princess, I can't right your bike for you!" No Jase, but Ken can! Ha hah! (Shame he forgot his helmet and gear - it wasn't meant to be.)

[@grantcoop]

ride faster through that sand!!!! slow speeds through sand is terrible.

[@billroberts9182]

Border patrol employees are essentially travel agents now. And I'd point out, most of the 8 million migrants are young men; they will bring their wives, kids, aunts, grandmas... etc. so the actual migrant number is huge (probably 8X over time). That is one tough road for a cycle.

[@clintonlogan4970]

Here are the real stats. In 2023 the Southwest Land Border had 2.4 million "encounters" which are defined as (Apprehensions + Expulsions) of those 54% involved migrants travelling as single adults, while 41% involved people travelling in families and 5% involved unaccompanied minors. Source: US Customs and Border Protection website. Also, your rando projection of "probably 8x" equates to 64 million people or 19% of the US population.

[@billroberts9182]

Good lord- you're talking about one year! Biden has opened the border for three years! And go study the discussion on immigration in Australia from the 1990's; it was reported for every immigrant "let in" to Australia, more than 10 family members migrated to Australia over the ensuing years. You must think long term- not just what the legacy media reports on one night (which is probably a lie!). There is currently very little vetting occurring at the border- except for obvious gang members they are welcomed and given a future court date 6 or 8 years down the road. By then the demographics will have swung, and democrats will be firmly in control of America's demise. Good bye personal freedoms and private property rights- that is where we are headed unfortunately. But you must think long term... thx for the comment!@@clintonlogan4970