Oregon Back Country Discovery Route ORBDR-Part 1/2, Sections 1, 2, & 3

[@jcluv4life]

Enjoyed joining you guys.

[@parrsplace]

Thanks so much, the second half which includes a new clutch on my Ducati 😫 will be out soon

[@MeerkatADV]

That bypass wasn't much fun in the dry, wet it would have been a nightmare. Nicely done, section 3 and 5 were probably my favorites.

[@parrsplace]

Ya, it was tough, but I got a new clutch out of it🤣

[@ZenAndTheArtOfMotoAdventure]

Your videos are impressive; your journeys are extraordinary! 🌍 How do you handle fatigue during those epic rides and ensure you're always at your physical best? Looking forward to insights!

[@parrsplace]

Saying that I’m always at my physical best is generous. 😄 I train before the trip including the use of a sauna to acclimate to heat. Lots of breaks along the trail. I try to be mindful when I’m getting tired and fatigued and slow down a bit as that’s when crashes are more common. Strong communication between the team is also critical.

[@ZenAndTheArtOfMotoAdventure]

@@parrsplace thank you!

[@richmartin7738]

Love the vid. How was the temperature in sections 1 and 2? Im concerned about those in August….

[@parrsplace]

Thanks, we had great weather except for the rain (mud). Not very hot at all

[@MeerkatADV]

@@parrsplace you got lucky, I was out there early July and it was high 90's every day until I could get into Section 4.

[@mitchwiebell2785]

As a beginner with a Honda 250 Rally and having never done a BDR would you say your “bigger than mine” bikes were an asset or a liability? I live in Ohio…wish I were closer to the Western BDRs. Thank you for your video!

[@parrsplace]

Thanks for watching. The second video will be out soon. The 250 Rally would certainly be a blast, but carrying everything you need a lots of pavement would be a challenge. There are no perfect bikes🤣

[@tallcool1ify]

What time of year was this?

[@parrsplace]

August

[@jimh2061]

I'm kinda shocked they took a pan America. That bike is way too heavy for this.

[@parrsplace]

It is a heavy bike for sure, but to each their own. When you do a 3000+ mile ride there are no perfect bike for everything. I’m on the Ducati and I like it

[@jimh2061]

Ahhh wow 3k trip now I know why he took it.

[@parrsplace]

Everything is a trade off it seems😃