Riding to the Burmese Border in Thailand Ep32

The second of episodes from my solo trip around northern Thailand. In this episode I spend time in a beautiful tea village called Ban Rak Thai, and check out a mud spa before heading out on Tatanka the DR650 to ride some of the beautiful mountain roads of northern Thailand. From Pai to Fang, Google maps gives me a bit of bad advice on which country is which, but otherwise I enjoy the cool climate and the quiet roads.
Hope you enjoy this episode, which is again a bit different to our usual. Last week I had such a good response to the first of this series, so thank you for your comments on that video, they are now in the front of my mind for all filming in the future. Once we complete the Thailand series, I hope to produce a similar style for the ongoing trip on the Indian Subcontinent.
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[@gruffingit.]

Gonna have to say Liss, I'm actually preferring your individual journey. Not too chaotic, nice smooth run. No offence to Harry, but just better seeing you enjoy yourself and getting through it.

[@aaronarmstrongaa]

Where did Harry go?

[@gruffingit.]

Harry will be back later I think. He's stopped off 2 episodes back

[@margarita8442]

@@aaronarmstrongaa he has found a lotus flower

[@RidingOnEggshells]

I'm still here! I will give an update on what I've been doing in the meantime and disappoint some people with my reappearance soon. ;) -H (obvs)

[@aaronarmstrongaa]

@@RidingOnEggshells just be safe, both of you

[@danielbellis2003]

I watch with my partner and we're both enjoying your contributions to the channel more than the chaotic almost 'forced' conflict & drama. We appreciate that it's a challenge to ride from Australia to England, but it doesn't need to be an unpleasant journey and we'd actually stopped watching the uploads as we don't find it enjoyable to watch someone struggle and fall down, particularly when it was due to an unnecessary diversion or situation. Looking forward to you meeting back up with Harry to continue your main journey, but I hope he watches your content and reads the comments to see how to make the journey enjoyable for you both. Good luck!

[@scottandrew3483]

Love the calm, reflective and more personal nature of this video. Safe travels.

[@hansc8433]

I’ve been following you guys for a few years now and even though the chaos is charming (most of the times), I find this way of “presenting” the journey soo much more enjoyable. I’m not saying you can’t travel and create videos like this one as a couple, but seeing you make your own decisions and follow your own path is really nice. The focus seems to be less on the ride and the hassle of things breaking, you or Harry falling, or the banter and/or bickering. Sometimes you have to make a change to see what works better, and I think this definitely does. Travel on!

[@robertchester1596]

Liss. Your solo riding is much better as you're enjoying it. Nobody should be pressured into doing things they don't enjoy. The videos are much more calmer with no drama. When you lost a couple of things you just dealt with it in a calm easy manner. Keep it up you're doing great 👌

[@surfcaster654]

Easy watching you Liss so chilled n just cruzing taking your time, n just being you I like it …

[@kaym7495]

Loving your solo journey. You seem alot more calmer.

[@livewire..]

You have found your groove; riding solo is much more relaxing than trying to keep up with the chaos Harry generates. I have never understood why Harry feels the need to force situations in order to create drama. It is completely unnecessary; let the journey and the story unfold naturally. The best riding of the day is early in the morning just after first light. M preferred routine is to get up about a half hour before sunrise, pack up, have a coffee and start the day's ride around sunrise. The streets and roads are typically quieter, this part of the day is the calmest. I will stop for breakfast after I have ridden for one to two hours. I like to make my day's destination by three or four in the afternoon to give myself a little time to explore on foot before the day comes to an end. Liss, your last two videos are amazing.

[@classicrider5274]

I have enjoyed both of your solo uploads Liss and prefer your new style, making progress whilst giving us a feel for the places you visit. You are fortunate that you know the country well and I hope you are able to continue like this when you move on. Having watched you both from the beginning I much prefer this style rather than seeing you fall off a heavily loaded bike whilst tackling some often unnecessary and virtually impossible off road track, or getting into great detail about local political and religious issues. I am sure you are focussed on the goal, which is to travel from Australia to the UK in a reasonable time frame/budget whilst enjoying the countries you pass through. I wish you well as Christmas and Happy New Year. Paul in UK

[@johnstaring3210]

No Liss, true appreciators do not like seeing you fall down. The aim of your videos is to show us the pleasures of travel, not the exertions. Really enjoying what you are putting out.

[@Adventurecam]

Nailed it once again 👌

[@johnmckay5711]

Merry Christmas , I find that the Chanel mush more relaxing now, you are doing a great job thanks for the videos

[@lukeduke3001]

Yea im enjoying your style and you seem to be enjoying it to

[@Jaffa1951]

Well, i don't like to see you fall off. OK, sometimes it's funny, but I'm always rooting for you to make that difficult, slippery track. You're a much better rider that you think you are - and you've come a long way from those early days on the Himalayan ( far better than me ) Really enjoying these gentle style videos but, also, hope everything works out with Harry.

[@ragbag46]

I think i was at that same border crossing a few months ago and stopped, but watched a pickup sail through, must have been a local, had Thai plates. By the way my Vietnam 20 day tour was organised, ten riders all foreigners resident in Thailand with our own bikes The same DT Vietnamese tour operator are working on doing a Myanmar tour next year which i hope to join.

[@sammemrys8195]

There really is nothing like riding solo. Even though you have this channel, it's good to remind yourself that you are doing the trip for you and no one else. It's been nice to hear your impressions this far.

[@duncanshepherd2119]

What a fantastic, realistic, visceral video. I've ridden and travelled all my life, and you make the emotional aspect of Motorcycles and exploring so accessible to everyone. Please keep doing what you're doing. It's charming.

[@jackswisher3171]

Lovely country views, chats with local people, and peeks at what folks eat. A paper map & Sharpie pen to track your route would be interesting to me, but others might care more about your experiences than the exact route. Thanks for sharing your journey towards England.

[@delboy868]

My favourite morning memories when I cycled across Thailand was having breakfast after about ten kilometres, eating rice soup or noodle with the locals where ever it may be and then cycling on with a smile on my face to the unknown next destination.

[@brizza5188]

I am really enjoying your calm and laid back solo journey Liss . Have a Merry Christmas and stay safe.

[@jflemo85]

We don't love watching you fall, we are inspired by the fact you get back up and keep going. The solo content is like watching an episode of Getaway (travel show in Aus) very.... Zzzzzz. My missus and I both are adventure riders and your couples chaos reflects our own. We would rather compromise on what we do rather then go our own way. Hope you guys find a way to continue where you both are happy with each other and see the world through each other's eyes.

[@StephenLarrick]

I've never "liked" watching you fall down, but I've always liked watching you get back up. It's encouraging see and helps me mentally prepare for the challenges I may face in my own adventure. Keep doing you and pressing forward, cheers.

[@RidingOnEggshells]

Hello Harry here sorry to butt in on Liss' episode, but I think this is such an important point. I too don't like seeing her fall, what I love is watching her get better. If you watch from the beginning (as I think you have Steph!) Liss goes from falling over on totally flat ground, to falling over on very steep ground. She rides so incredibly well now. Confident, capable, and still careful. I remember getting misty-eyed when I heard @nerb1 saying he was impressed that we/she could ride in the Victorian High Country. I think people get the mistaken impression I drag Liss places she doesn't want to be and she regrets it and hates me. I may influence her, but that's only because we've talked about it so much and we often agree that the tough bits are the bits we cherish the most and get the most from. For some people, that may, understandably, seem oppressive or bother them for whatever reason. For us it's just a balance we find and enjoy. I really appreciate your comment and think it's a valuable insight that my battered ego is latching onto. Thank you! -H

[@TopanKJ]

Liss. You look at peace, contented, happy and even you look more beautiful. 😊. And by the way nobody likes to watch falling down. All the Best for the rest of your trip. Be safe and Happy👍

[@kevineveritt5952]

Yep I’m another fan of early morning riding leaving in the dark at 4.30 am and riding as the sun comes up

[@ThrottleAddiction]

Another episode with a significantly different filming format - it's good!

[@DuaRoda]

Oh my this route from Pai to Wiang Heang brings back some memories. A friend and I cycled, yes on mountain bikes, from WH to Pai in 2004. I'm recalling the junction with an army post, and Pai signboard, the wooden bridge outside Muang Noi etc. in yr video. We stayed at another border patrol post here as it was getting dark at 6.00pm. They took pity on us, fed us dinner and breakfast. Back then most of the route was barely a meter or 2 wide. Definitely just a red earth foot path. No concrete roads whatsoever. The next day Pai seemed like Las Vegas. I believe the closed road you got to after Doi Ang Kang does lead to Fang city. It skirts very close to a ridge next to a Burnese machine gun post, hence no entry. I know that some mcyclists start from Fang and climb up the opposite direction but it can be washed out. Seen gaping holes in some pics. I too was turned back at that same roadblock I 2017.

[@petermathieson5692]

I've driven up that way. Lovely country. My favorite part of Thailand in many ways.

[@ADVRydrBloke]

Wow Liss another awesome episode. Your definitely making good relaxing content. Soo much work your putting in to film this is not lost on me.. Bloody well done. Keep up the great work. Loving it.

[@johnnywombat6917]

So "Liss In Boot's" a subsidiary of Riding On Egg Shells. You have got this Solo gig down!!! I am getting a real Nigella vibe when you are describing things, it's a totally different you. More relaxed & whimsical. Even Mrs Wombat noticed the difference in your demeanour & how much prettier you look by having time to put into yourself. I can see that as men we really want to lead rides and probably expect our ladies to be more like us and enjoy our agenda. I am seeing that this may not be the best thing. I think you & Harry will appreciate each other after this little adventure apart, also you have just niched a new style of Motoblogging as being a couple and 2 solo's on the same journey. No one else has done that, so nice one!! You have created a 1st (as far as I know at least ) and in this blogging world it's hard to come up with something original ;) Stay safe and we're watching, Harry pull your finger out and keep up :P

[@jomontanee]

Your aesthetic camera work really does Thailand’s beauty the justice! 👍

[@muzammil77]

Hai... Your solo video more relax and difference then your video before... Look you really enjoy the journey.... Hope you happy 👍

[@raymondvoigt7336]

Nice and chilled, really enjoying your solo time.

[@ridgebackrhodesian]

Another great video Liss. Enjoying the relaxed and calm version of you. Safe travels and Merry Christmas.

[@antoniocoutinho511]

What I can say...just perfect, I remember when you sold your Royal Enfield Himalayan, very funny that moment and now in a completely different version, just amazing. Stay well both you, Liss and Harry.

[@lindseywallis7531]

These solo vids are definitely showing a different side. Perhaps a mix of the norm and these types of episodes would be great in future to keep everyone happy. I love them all!!! When is it Harry’s turn to show us his own adventures?!

[@RidingOnEggshells]

It'll be coming soon but I didn't put ANY effort into making it beautiful and hypnotic like hers...

[@rickfazzini22]

Sorry don’t get me wrong , your solo video is beautiful Liz, so mellow, so peaceful and excellent shots all throughout. I just freaked out at first thinking you and Harry had split ways.

[@myvivomyvivo3133]

I am very happy to see that you enjoyed your trip in Thailand, Discover something new every day on your journey.

[@ImOffNow]

Hi Liss, this is Gerhard. I just started to watch you videos - this is the second one 🤣 But believe me - I will stay and follow you. Already made an abo ... Looking forward to watching your movies. Have a great time, Gerhard

[@s.crambling3795]

I also prefer your style of vids Liss HOWEVER as a man I do find some of the Philosophical questioning just a little closer to ichy, your monologues otherwise are great, and your on camera conversations are brilliant. Miss Harry but am enjoying the Vicarious experience of Food, Climate and Roads

[@markdaly7897]

I am really enjoying your video chapters your camera work and editing is great!

[@petevanrooyen4695]

Loving your solo journeys , you're doing great.

[@davidforeman2734]

I love the both of you riding together but it’s great also to see you riding bye your self and your stile traveling it quite different.

[@willy550428]

Great video Liss. I was in Doi Ang Khang early January this year. The Sakura blossom is awesome. What a disappointment to turn around to use another route as the shorter route by Google is actually going into Myanmar. Safe journey and enjoy your solo adventurous ride in Northern Thailand.

[@davidblake989]

So relaxing to watch We are loving it .

[@drteeka7883]

your channel is great and presentation is excellent. stay safe and keep posted

[@tannat7]

Great to follow you! I share your thoughts about riding solo. Riding slow and experiencing the surroundings is my way of travelling. You make interesting and nice videos. Thank you!

[@Wrong-Way-Round]

Hi Liss, I thought I'd clock in again to wish you and Harry a Happy New Year, see you next year 🍾🥂🍷🍺🍷🍺 🥃Slainte.

[@ragbag46]

Yes agree the rice soup breakfast is the best, my favourite when travelling around Thailand, also Vietnam where i returned from a few days ago, soo tasty especialy with the dried garlic and tiny dried shrimps and chopped spring onions.

[@philipTOMPSETT]

A fantastic video Thank you

[@ponytrishpip]

Enjoying the series more now

[@dr650life4]

Great video Liss, my favourite episode ever.

[@TheTizianBlue]

Again a nice episode. Thanks for sharing.

[@shaynegriffin684]

Loving the story. Best monring time for me - outback Australia - Desert watching the sun rise. Keep it coming you are doing great.

[@randypolderman3620]

I was gonna come here and comment on how i love the relaxed and more personal view on things, turns out i'm not the only one👇😝👍

[@johnfrye8452]

I have really enjoyed your videos.

[@importantlookingpirate]

Have a Nice trip and good luck👍

[@geoff9614]

Really enjoying the videos of you on your own seem to be much calmer and relaxed

[@StoriesOnWheels9]

Just watched a few vids before and after your solo ride. Content's definitely better with the b rolls/cutaways and can surely make out that you are enjoying the whole film making journey as well. The effort put in is definitely showing. Congratulations and best wishes.

[@user-bs4vb8vh6m]

Beautiful View and mountain

[@charliem5332]

Very nice video. I love it but what attracted me to your channel was the combination of you and Harry. The fun you two had and the challenging situations you got yourselves into. It was different. There's a massive risk of decending into sameiness like many other motorcycle travel channels.

[@ItsOnlyAid]

Early morning is the best part of the day! - love an early start. This new style is great Liss, keep it up and stay safe!

[@go4aride854]

Wow! Such a great video! Love following your adventures and experiences.

[@gillyhoward1485]

Loving the new pace just wonderful and beautifully presented 😀

[@markstrachan489]

good episode, enjoy the ride , you seem less stressed

[@nirotstata4813]

You're doing great. I admire you. Have fun and happy driving in Thailand.

[@UncleBobsbikelife]

Nice with a different twist to this roadtrip..makes me happy to watch as always.

[@HardPackedADV]

Awesome, bring on the next one.

[@bleb207]

Great video! Fang has always been on my go-to list. Looking forward to your next video.

[@paulwilliams8849]

Appreciate the travelogue style of videos. As they say it's all about the journey - Liss you convey good stories. Merry Christmas and safe travels.

[@sonnys8535]

Hey Liss, I noticed that your front brake hose isn't routed properly. It's supposed to be inside of the fork instead of outside. Next time the front wheel is off it would be a good idea to fix that, even though It's not necessary to remove the wheel. My girlfriend and I ride DR650's and we enjoy following your solo journey.

[@RidingOnEggshells]

Liss: Yes, someone else pointed it out recently too. We must have travelled thousands of kilometres and never noticed until the eagle eyes of KZbin pointed it out. Thanks for noticing!

[@johnsmith-ei9ry]

Great video! I like your solo journey much better.

[@guyonacub4335]

Loving this new you You are looking and sounding much happier Your very confident now and just making it look so easy Ride safe and just keep going We are all behind you

[@jeffhudspeth6397]

I think I have enjoyed the last couple of episodes more than the previous ones. I enjoyed the history you shared, along with the local attractions (mud bath)

[@ianmepham6069]

Great stuff Liss,travelling alone has its ups and downs,but i love it.Good luck with your journey and stay safe,

[@MRTPR]

I really enjoyed this. Very relaxing and boy you really know how to make a video Liz. 😎

[@bunterngkhemwong]

Your riding skill is super talent on that wood bridge and gravel. Stay safe and enjoy your solo day in Thailand .

[@donallachance1154]

I really enjoyed this video, keep up the good work. Favorite morning memory, watching moose bathe in a lake all by myself

[@craigjamm4847]

You seem calmer les stressed good to see you laugh

[@Hugo_Alex]

Really good stuff. Glad that you are enjoying it. Don't forget to give us some updates on Harry journey.

[@billcotton1551]

This was very relaxing ,and since it is 10 degrees F where I am ,it was great seeing the all the greenery ,and warm weather.

[@IamthePMofAustralia]

Better production and shots Liss. I used to get up really early too but without a plan or a mission or something to do (I stopped doing a lot of things mostly because I just got right into the whole peace and quiet thing) then it just became a long wait for work.

[@Wanderlust.travelandcoffee]

Hope you make it to Fang...so beautiful there.

[@davewalton2358]

Really enjoying the laid back style of these videos, Liss. More about the journey rather than the ride. It's nice to see the countryside and hear your thoughts and observations. Wishing you and Harry all the very best for Christmas and a safe, happy and prosperous New Year. Looking forward to seeing all the adventures to come!

[@Wanderlust.travelandcoffee]

Am loving the serenity your finding yourself in ATM. 💖 I am flooded with my MHS loop trip memories as I watch this. 🙏❤️🙏 #travelsafe

[@MontanaBooniesRider]

Great video, Liss. I love taking off early in the morning as well, for reasons you mentioned. Yes, when traveling solo you have to be responsible for everything, but I love travelling solo, so I've gotten use to double checking the room before I leave and making sure bags are secure. BTW, I don't love seeing you fall down, I love seeing you having fun and challenging yourself. I remember the early episodes with the Himalayan and the falls, drops, etc; you've come so far as a rider and are very confident on a larger bike. Can't wait for the next one.

[@nu366]

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[@icemanknobby]

No complaints, enjoy Xmas:-)

[@charliemonk763]

Congratulations on a well put together and enjoyable clip. Quite relaxing and looks like you have settled-in and enjoying your trip too. I guess many of us are wondering what is it really like and this is a window into that world, so thank you. I stumbled across the Riding on Eggshells when you were leaving Sydney and I was instantly attracted to the emphasis on "coffee, roughing-it in motels, and running a bit late”. In the context of “anti-hero” I think of you as Anti-Adventure riders. A superbly wry outlook and the subtle humour you bounce off each other is a delight to watch. Hoping the remainder of the trip is relaxing, enjoyable and rewarding.

[@JB-zg9hb]

Impressive how well you picked up the language!!

[@gilf24]

เดินทางปลอดภัยไปถึงอังกฤษนะ

[@Zulu9rider]

I also prefer early morning starts. The stillness and beauty are unmatched. I'm enjoying following your journey Liss.

[@thewelshhobbit6105]

That was just the tonic I needed. Thank you 🙏🏼Cold and wet here in the uk. I think you are doing really well, so don’t doubt herself. To answer your question, yes you have been transformed, fly butterfly, fly. Thanks for sharing your amazing adventure.

[@waynerex9973]

Cool music chick. When I did the Mai Hong Son Loop solo on my CRF250 3 years back I spent hours listening to Pink Floyd and alterative rock. It's an awesome route. Stay safe.

[@philipfreeman72]

I am an older biker living in Ubon , now riding bicycles , last bike was 650 BMW .

[@riffraff8426]

Routine has been my life, I’m feeling much more relaxed watching your solo adventure because I can see you are more relaxed. Focus in on securing your bags…not missed. Morning coffee after a couple hours riding awesome. I never stay in bed and my next trip to Thailand I’m doing the Loop up north. Great work

[@phillipscott9998]

Hi liss your doing well .keep it up and merry xmas

[@pauldarbishire7226]

Just discovered your channel and have watched episodes 27 through 32 and honestly found your 2 solo episodes far more enjoyable than the fractious and chaotic episodes with Harry. Having done the Loop back in 2018, which I thoroughly enjoyed, I am finding the experience, through the eyes of a third party, very enlightening. Keep up the good work Liss, stay safe and thanks. You have a new subscriber. Best wishes from Spain

[@walterdavey4196]

I like your recent videos as i liked the old ones. Inspiring.

[@Wanderlust.travelandcoffee]

Was a gorgeous ride...I've ridden all over the north of Thailand on a scooter, mornings are definately the best Lisa just like you mentioned for all the same reasons. Sunrise and a hearty brekky and coffee and people watching...what a way to start the day. Super chuffed for next episode . Krup 🙏❤️

[@davidnightingale3157]

You are much calmer now Liss. You said some of us liked to see you fall. No we didn’t, it gave us the worry that you might injure yourself and that would be the end of your journey. This side of you is much easier to watch. I’m sure there will be some problems along the way on a journey like yours it would be unusual if there were not. Try to remember it’s not the problems that define you it’s how you handle them. Best of British luck to you , have a wonderfull time 👍🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

[@LeTarkus]

hi lizz! it really fell different see you on your own, different is good i tink!, but i miss harry, i like the way he see things... abrazo a los dos!!