The Oregon BDR Experience (Full Feature Movie)

The Oregon BDR Experience
Full Feature Movie
The Oregon Backcountry Discovery Route (ORBDR) is a 750-mile, multi-day off-pavement ride designed for adventure and dual-sport motorcycles. The route traverses a vast climate area. The ORBDR is probably the most diverse BDR route to date in this regard. The RideBDR website suggests that folks start in the southern desert near the Nevada/Oregon border and traverse north with gradual ingress towards pine mountain forests. We did the opposite, as we started our trip north of Seattle on adventure motorcycles and explored ancient pine forests of Washington State and enjoying some of the southern portions of the WABDR. We officially started the ORBDR at Hood River and worked our way through the northern Oregon cascade mountains witnessing all the major volcanos of the state, after which, we found ourselves in the remote high deserts of the southeastern portion of Oregon. Lava rock, “moondust”, sand and mountain rock were forces to be reckoned when riding a motorcycle through here. The sagebrush, lava tubes and glaciated volcanoes are sights to behold and experience along the way. These natural wonders provide a prime rugged outdoor adventure experience. Be prepared, however, as the Oregon BDR is not to be taken lightly. It is one of the hardest routes they have mapped out to date. Beginners are urged to cut their teeth elsewhere. Explorers should be prepared to be self-sufficient, camp, prepare for rain, extreme desert heat along with the many physical challenges provided by the terrain all without the comfort of cell phone service or motels. Distances along the route are measured by hours to travel rather than miles. We did not move fast. Instead, we took a cautious and methodical approach, touching on all the highlights of the wilderness and skipping a few of the more technical challenges to maximize our Experience. To avoid the extreme heat, we planned out trip in September to avoid the summer crowds and summer heat. We were fortunate as the highest temperatures experienced were no more than the low 80’s (deg Fahrenheit)
I hope you thoroughly enjoy this episode of our travels. It is presented to show the joys, wonders and hardship of this route from a non-sponsored, not-for-profit perspective.
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As always, Thanks for Riding with me,
~GrizzLee
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[@Christianthephotographer]

I love these long videos! 😀

[@tommycarrera3875]

Not only have I been at that EXACT same camp site at clear lake, me and a friend put our tents in those EXACT same spots!!! Absolutely hilarious. Great spot!

[@RubiKonAdventures]

Tooo funny.😀

[@wingrider6116]

Finally had the time to sit back and view this movie. What an awesome ride but, man I got exhausted just watching! lol I know you guys must have had a blast with all the beautiful views. Thanks for the adventure buddy! Take care

[@RubiKonAdventures]

It was exhausting for sure. Need to make sure I hit the gym more in the winters. 😊. Now that I’m retired, I have the time for that, save for the fact that both, my wife and I had shoulder surgery this winter. I’m glad you enjoyed it. Was a total blast. That SE part of Oregon is one the remotest parts of the lower 48 states. Thanks again for riding along. ~Grizz

[@LoriOnTheBrightside]

I confess I have viewed the segment releases, but this extended format is an excellent background to my Sunday morning routine!

[@SteelHorseman]

Another home run my brother!! God Bless!!

[@RubiKonAdventures]

Thanks for riding along all this time. ~ Grizz

[@onedayaway1297]

Another excellent well put together video. Your cinematography with your music choices make a pleasant watch I will enjoy again and again.

[@RubiKonAdventures]

Thanks for the kind words. I appreciate the positive feedback. Glad to have you ride along with us. ~GrizzLee

[@BisonMan-im4zx]

I'm looking at doing this in the fall. From your opinion, would you rather do it from North to South or South to North?

[@RubiKonAdventures]

I personally don’t think it matters much. We live a bit north of Seattle and wanted to get on route ASAP. We felt that if we started after a long ride down, that would take some of the pent up energy reserves. It is harder in sections 1-3. So you would get those out of the way first and gradually get into the Forrests… rather than the other way around, like we did. You’ll have fun either way. I’d say, do what works best for you logistically, run with that. Good luck. ~Grizz

[@BisonMan-im4zx]

@@RubiKonAdventures I'm in Central Washington. I was thinking about getting the south knocked out quicker and then spending more time in the trees. Plus this would give me a shorter drive home after the adventure.

[@RubiKonAdventures]

Sounds like a good plan. Good luck. ~Grizz