Riding the Devils Staircase Wales. Suzuki V Strom, Royal Enfield Himalayan, Wiltshire Man

[@Celtic-Silver-countryman]

Great video Sandy, in Wales it’s liquid Sun 🌞 in the valley where we live they say if you can see the top of the Mountain it’s about to rain if you can’t see the top it’s raining ☔️🤣

[@UncleLongbeard]

in my opinion the best area starts almost where you turned back. I mean staircase itself and the valley before are gorgeous but later on - the road around Llyn Brianne is simply awesome

[@WiltshireMan]

I shall go back later to explore more of the area

[@dewipeach]

Sandy.. words fail.. just what the UK has to offer.. thank you for taking us over Hill and Vale.. Cheers..

[@WiltshireMan]

Thanks Dewi, I've only just touched the surface of what Wales has to offer. It's a beautiful country

[@dewipeach]

@@WiltshireManIt is such a beautiful country, have driven to Aberystwyth twice oddly.. a day at the Beach. I only hope for the opportunity and time to ride the many routes and venture too the attractions.. Snowdonia an surrounding area, all points North Wales... I have the dream...! The shed's calling.. needs felt and fresh lick of paint.. hey ho..

[@colinmyler4092]

Hi there Sandy and thanks for another superb biking adventure video. Made our 65 mile ride out today look like a trip to the shops. Thanks for sharing your adventures with us all and for your invitation to join you next time. Regards Colin

[@funkyprepper]

Wow an amazing video Sandy. that photo with the tent at night was stunning. Your always very welcome here at the bugout. looking forward to seeing your good self and Mandy soon. take care my friend

[@WiltshireMan]

Cheers Darren, It was great to visit Wales, a lovely place. I've just got back from Scotland:) Hope your feeling better, I heard you had been unwell. Get well soon mate

[@johndivit5869]

Lovely pics Sandy! Typical Wales........ To Quote "Carry On'..... "All piss and a faah aaah" Bloody rain and wind! Every time I was in Wales, it was the same!! Hey ho! Still good stuff matey! TTFN.

[@BrianthatiscalledBrian]

Thanks again, Sandy. Love this stuff. 🙂👍🏍️

[@davebuts1921]

The simple pleasures are always the best, woodland, stars what could be better.

[@eman19487]

You should have ridden on through to Tregaron or around the Llyn Brianne Dam absolutely stunning especially on a nice day preferable.

[@330timunson5]

What he said

[@maryanderson9395]

Sandy fantastic video the scenery and that night sky, you are with out a doubt my favourite you tuber .I always look forward to your videos best wishes Roy (Aust)

[@mrgrizzlyrides]

Wow, Sandy that was awesome; thanx for sharing. Defo gonna have to ride the staircase soon. Cheers, ride safe. Neil. 👍🏍🙏

[@gromlynne3550]

I wish I'd known about the Bugout campsite last September when I cycled up through Builth on my way to Anglesey. It's not too far from home though so will check it out. A lump in my throat and tear in my eye with memories of clinging on the back of the old Katana down the Devil's Staircase, thank you to you and Dickie for the 'spin' and I didn't even get wet!!🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@alanarmer8069]

Another great video,the campsite looked beautiful,Thanks Sandy

[@michaeljones5395]

Great adventure and photography Sandy! Thank you for sharing!

[@jeetts59]

Another fine piece of photography. Wales sure is a photographer playground

[@WiltshireMan]

Thanks Harold, yes it's a beautiful place, I shall go back later in the year

[@deanruse5712]

Beautiful pictures. The colours are amazing 👌

[@davidshaw5426]

Great video Sandy thank you

[@jameswalksinhistory3848]

Sandy a really great adventure-Complete envy 👍

[@hartley383]

What a wonderful film Sandy, the shots of the stars followed by the birdsong in the morning was truly beautiful. Thankyou. A camping novice, last minute, I loaded up the Himalayan last weekend and headed down to your neck o the woods, pitched my tent (at a pub) and went for a ride around Salisbury plain. Watching your films have inspired me to give this a go, i thoroughly enjoyed it. Got a feeling i may well be heading to this place for a night or two.

[@WiltshireMan]

I shall be heading out on the Himalayan this week, heading down to Devon to meet up with Nathan Millward:)

[@hartley383]

@@WiltshireMan Nathans a top guy, did his Himalayan Odyssey course at Sweetlamb, superb weekend.

[@peterhobbs7609]

Amazing aerial footage, fabulous views, a lovely video

[@martynleyfield2941]

What a great Video yet again Sandy glad you filmed the down hill the views are amazing think you need a wiper on your screen 😂 somehow I think the pictures looked better with the angry sky but not great for ridding in ha. Till the next and thank you. M 🏍💨

[@jonathandeeley6276]

Stunning scenery around there. I frequently visit the Devil's Staircase doing a circular run from Beulah to Abergwesyn to Tregarron then back to Cwmystwyth and through the Elan Valley. Thoroughly recommend it to anyone and particularly if on a bike. Thanks for a great video Sandy.👍

[@WiltshireMan]

All lovely roads, I hope to head back there soon

[@jimcook8513]

Great Vid Sandy, very inspirational, I have not ridden this part of Wales but fully intend to now when I can get up there, thank you and Dickie

[@burcotwoody9657]

Great video, that's one of my regular rides going out from worcestershire. If you carry on into Tregaron and then up to devils bridge you can come back though the elan valley it's stunning and even better when the sun is out 😀

[@marcuskiritsis2076]

Absolutely stunning that one sandy despite the good Welsh weather. 👍♥️😊

[@ed.barker7069]

Next time you go back there carry on where you turned around at the top of T.D.S. The road follows around the edge of the Llyn Brianne Dam and Reservoir. There are more superb views to be had and I think you'll get some more excellent photo's. I came from the Llandovery direction at the end of March heading down T.D.S. and loved it. Your photos were excellent and I thought the one of Motul Man on his Enfield was worthy of a magazine cover.👍

[@WiltshireMan]

Yes I've checked on the map Ed and could see the route, I shall have to go back and ride some more of these lovely roads

[@ericnorsman9203]

The photo of the graveyard was exquisite in my opinion, it captured something deeply familiar, reminiscent and good. Thanks for sharing.

[@cyndeeandstevelinde2810]

Amazing. Thanks for all your efforts.

[@VeeDubJohn]

This was a beautiful video. Thank you.

[@plodonsteady4712]

It's one that's been on my list for a while, did Gospel Pass last year or the year before, great video and that camp and bug out on your last video looks amazing , will get a weekend in there at some point

[@brettanderson3376]

Great to see you out and about on the mighty V Strom in that amazing countryside.

[@stevecoppin4278]

Another cracking video Sandy well done mate , ride safe

[@bcolinranken]

Lovely video Sandy… inspiring as always…

[@barryconway]

Thanks for taking us along with you, W.M. Bet you’re thankful all over again for that Rukka gear, eh? Thought I saw your R.E. parked up in my home town (not so far from your patch) but it turned out to be a lookalike Himmy, called ‘Glug’.

[@WiltshireMan]

Haaa Glug:)

[@DanOpdal]

Thank you for sharing your adventure! Wales has a reputation for being beautiful country. I have ancestors from Wales. Cheers!

[@TheRamblingsofBry]

What a treat to see those stars, and the silence was magical. Even with the rain, those views are incredible.

[@WiltshireMan]

Wales does not dissapoint when it comes to scenery Bry and it's only a couple of hours ride away:)

[@LFH02]

Great watch thanks for sharing

[@mischef18]

Really enjoyed this video bro and you are right there is some lovely views. Safe travels

[@derekholme6922]

Absolutely fantastic place, the night camera work was the best I have seen, thank you .

[@patrickshaw7983]

Great shots of the night sky there. I know the area around Abergwesyn quite well as I live around an hour away. Fantastic place, have done a fair bit of walking there in the past. Must get back there.

[@staylowmovefast9397]

I’ve just done this road today, and may I say that an open face helmet was the best and worst decision I’ve made. The rain was like razor blades. Doing it on a fully loaded Harley with pillion was a test, but a test I’ll be doing again numerous times.

[@terrygreen4338]

Love that part of Wales been along that road and round the Lyn Brianne dam a few times they are great roads to drive. Cheers Sandy enjoyed the video. 👍🏍

[@billcotton1551]

Loved the shot of the night sky! Talk about a rugged ,beautiful landscape.Wales is amazing!

[@paulbear7511]

Always enjoy your videos brother

[@Marbleheadjed]

Beautiful scenery. Looks like Chug territory

[@johnpawson7400]

Great roads for motorbikes Sandy, loving it.

[@markchurchward482]

Great ride Sandy most enjoyable from my dry warm armchair lol. Must do one day on my ktm 👍

[@SharpblueCreative]

More awesome footage- thank you Sandy. Love the photos - especially the star shots.

[@oscartravis5740]

Love the bike tour videos, and your photographs are fantastic, lovely compositions, always look forward to seeing a new upload 🙂

[@garryentropy]

some great shots sandy

[@WiltshireMan]

Cheers garry:)

[@danielmcneil3004]

Great video Sandy. Never been to Wales but videos like yours have certainly put it on my bucket list. Spectacular scenery and very interesting twisty roads. Thanks for taking us along. Cheers, Dan. 👍🏍🇨🇦

[@petercrisford2867]

Fantastic filming Sandi, great ride and your photos punctuate the filming so well. The Celtic Woodland site looks well worth a visit too!

[@rickmancr]

I rode my Triumph Street Scrambler from Bristol to Llandovery via Gospel Pass, Devil's Staircase, the Abergwesyn Mountain Road, and Llyn Brianne (then home along the A40), a few days ago. A great 220-mile day out on nadgery, bumpy, but scenic and almost empty roads... and only a few spots of rain. That white van was in the same spot near the Irish bridge over the Afon Irfon.

[@mikehurley5052]

Good ride sandy.

[@LifeistooshortCK]

Enjoyed that 👍

[@johnoldonekanole602]

Nice ride, great views , photography is awesome . Funky Prepper nice touch . Stay safe , thanks for sharing .

[@michaellilley6725]

A Big THANK YOU for battling through the rain to bring us some stunning scenery and informative chat. Far from spoiling the view the mist and rain gave an atmospheric touch, one which I'm very familiar with up here in Scotland.👍

[@richardgiles2484]

I love watching your videos as they are from a normal bikers point of view and not just set up for KZbin 👏👏 The photos of the stars were amazing and also the road itself 👍

[@scaff3450]

Few of us were up there last weekend sandy but thankfully the weather was great and views were amazing 🤩

[@davidG-kg5xz]

Another great journey filmed in photograph and lots of information thoroughly enjoy watching it all can’t wait for more of the same . From the man in Aldi swindon. .

[@WiltshireMan]

Ah, Thanks for watching David, was in Aldi a couple of days ago and but the groceries:)

[@davidG-kg5xz]

@@WiltshireMan I seem to remember you saying in one of your videos that you may be going to Europe on your bike are you still planning a trip to Europe in the near future ? Hopefully will bump into you again soon .

[@WiltshireMan]

@@davidG-kg5xz Yes, the plan is to ride to Nord Kapp in Norway maybe in August if political conditions permit! I shall be riding with my mate Dickie who also shops in Aldi:)

[@davidG-kg5xz]

@@WiltshireMan more to look forward to. Stay safe on them roads .

[@anidiotonboard6539]

Fantastic video Sandy. That place looks amazing. Love your cooking set up too. Would you be willing to share some info on how you set it up? Where to get the fluid and wicks etc :) Hope to see you again on the trails!!

[@WiltshireMan]

Hi Chris, the stove I used was a Clik stand with a home made burner made from a branston pickle lid:) Just wind some fire rope into the lid and fill it with meths. Really simple. The Clik stand has to be imported but there is an alternative called the Trangia triangle that you can buy over here in the UK. Hope that helps

[@DDan61]

Weather sucked for the ride up/down the staircase, but at the campsite - I really liked that along with beautiful night pictures!! Stay safe and healthy my friend!

[@fatdude8716]

Sandy, thanks for the video. dit dit

[@RetroRatz]

Lovely vlog Sandy 🖖🙌🏍

[@campfire52]

This is such a stunning adventure Sandy. The weather was definitely not ideal for this, but, you surely made the best of it with your determination and dedication. Thank you so much for putting your camera equipment at risk in this weather challenge in order to share your experience with us. Both you and Dickie appeared well prepared to do this trip no matter what the weather presented. Have fun my good friend and I will definitely see you on the next one.

[@WiltshireMan]

Thanks Terry, the weather was just fine, it always is especially when your wearing the right clothing:)

[@gerhardvaneeden5615]

Dickie had an open-face helmet on. Speaking from experience, rain can sting a LOT when you get up past 90 kph!

[@davidsanderson1891]

Hi sandy. Absolutely loving this mini series Thank you. Old dave

[@JohnBurnet1]

We went to the devils staircase on Sunday, you must have broken it as it was closed ☹. Looking forward to seeing what we missed 👍, very nice pictures again even with the poor weather.

[@WiltshireMan]

I was able to ride both ways up and down:)

[@rickmancr]

Devil's Staircase was open on Monday, but the mountain road was closed. Luckily, the closure point was at the turn-off for Llyn Brianne, which was my intended route anyway, and a fantastic, scenic road high above the reservoir..

[@victormonster4658]

Wow, what a beautiful campsite, hopefully get to stay there one day. Stunning photos Mr W, to date the best yet. Even the rain doesn’t stop Wales looking beautiful. Enjoy cleaning the mighty strom when you get home Mr W. 👍

[@WiltshireMan]

I think it even looks better in the wet Victor

[@markburgess3512]

Where the camp site. I'm a e biker but like to do this ride and area.

[@dartmoormole]

Enjoyed this

[@moto-hornet-750]

Was there yesterday my favorite

[@WiltshireMan]

Its a nice place aint it:)

[@dezmondwhitney1208]

A great video. You captured the area that you covered very well indeed. If you allow yourself more time and ride further on to places like Tregaron, Llandovery and Llyn Brianne dam and reservoir you will see a lot more. A great Video though. Thank You.

[@WiltshireMan]

I've seen those places on my motorcycle Dez and I would love to visit them on the push bike too

[@scottjones2032]

Great vid

[@codycouch2467]

Thank you for another fine video! Such an interesting and comfortable looking campsite, and I am curious to know what all the green spherical bins along the roadside are for. It seemed you were passing one about every quarter-mile through the steep section with switchbacks.

[@martinfoy5167]

Probably filled with grit salt for when it's been icy or snowing 👍

[@abdullahgm]

Nice video my friend

[@jameswalksinhistory3848]

Just a thought have you ever gone up Zig Zag Hill near Shaftesbury in Dorset ? You are able to get to Compton Abbas airfield from there and they hold many classic events - Look it up I am sure you would love it ?

[@WiltshireMan]

I think I've ridden ZigZag hill in the past James, I certainly remember hearing about it

[@mitchsteele2927]

Great vid , ridden the devils staircase several times now and never get tired of the scenery, stunning part of the country, I’m riding the DGR this yr out of Wootton near Abingdon through oxford , are you Taking part ? All the best , Mitch 👍

[@theinterislander]

I sure do miss home

[@abdullahgm]

😍 hello my beautiful friend great video love it Stay Connected

[@cpuuk]

Oh, you didn't go on to see the beautiful reservoir and travel hill top route- try that next time, just keep on going, it's worth it.

[@WiltshireMan]

I did but on a different bike: kzbin.info/www/bejne/e3W5nah4oM6kr8U

[@alancook3150]

The green bins are for grit/salt in icy conditions.😀

[@hartley383]

Thanks!

[@WiltshireMan]

Hartley, thats very kind of you Thanks. That'll buy a gallon of fuel for the next adventure:)

[@juliab4714]

Thank you

[@WiltshireMan]

You're welcome

[@411RidersClub]

Hi I'm from Wiltshire and would like to start up a KZbin channel but could do with a bit of advice. What is the best way to get hold of you for a quick catch. Cheers Noel

[@martinfoy5167]

Such a beautiful ride sandy 👍 good job dickies not on an R1 he'd be off 🤭 Avsolutely fantastic scenery , shame about the inclement weather 👌👍

[@WiltshireMan]

It always rains in Wales Martin:) It's normal, I shall wear wellies next time:)

[@Jer0867]

11:03 It's "Tregaron", not "Tregar", in case people get confused!

[@MrBeracah]

Hi is that the 1100 v Strom or 650?

[@WiltshireMan]

Neither, it is the 1000 V strom aka DL1000A They all share the same V twin engine of 1037cc

[@nasirmahmood5684]

@14:04 “not that difficult” he says with a motorbike. Lets see you try that with a push bike. 😂

[@330timunson5]

Mate you didn’t even get to the devils staircase !

[@sarkybugger5009]

Typical Welsh weather. There's a reason it's always so green...

[@hendrikarqitekt6286]

Wales is beautiful, i wish but not vaxxed.

[@BibtheBoulder]

Love the scenery but sadly not the people. Always feel like they can't stand the English. Oh, and it ALWAYS rains.

[@kyotosal]

Would have been nice if you had wiped your windscreen a little more, but great video otherwise, thank you........Sal : )

[@adelarsen9776]

I stopped watching at 3:10

[@ellisc.foleyjr9778]

Greetings Sandy! and thank you for another great adventure up The Devil's Stair case. reminds me of the road here in Western New England heart of Berkshire county.going up Mt Greylock the highest peak in Massachusetts. it has two switch backs as you called them. We call them Hair pin turns here. there is also one on the road across the state starting in N. Adams ma going to Boston. its call "The Mohwak Trail and it too has a Hairpin turn. half way up the mountain. still watching 20m for a good chance at a qso. thanks for the lovely ride and 73 we' CUDTL hopefully. de Ellis WA1RKS

[@WiltshireMan]

They are also called Hairpins over here too Ellis. The bands are not good lately