Near death heli rescue- Tunisia Desert Challenge -1st female to enter behind the scenes PART THREE

[@susanner.5196]

I can't say it often enough, but you are amazing, Vanessa. You are such a role model for every girl on a bike 👏

[@jayalee7330]

Not just girls on bikes!

[@martinforrester8249]

Hey, not just women, men also.

[@johnniel8116]

just watched all 3! amazing........total respect

[@TheGirlOnABike]

aw wow, thanks so much for watching. It was a tough one for sure!!

[@jvanschie942]

Wow you go girl .thats a huge acompleshment ,awsome riding ,Your living life to the fullest .A real role model .living the dream .

[@TheGirlOnABike]

Aw thanks so much

[@onala8787]

I used to ride as a teen girl and as I've grown up I've wanted more than anything to get back on the bike and go to events like these again. You've no idea how much happiness it brings me to see a woman in events like these, as female riders were never in my childhood and you would have been the perfect role model for me as a little girl, as you are now that I'm fully grown. I'm sure there are plenty more girls who feel the same way watching you ride. I am so, so proud of you for finishing this race and as the only woman in the competition, I think that is a mighty achievement.

[@mikewilliams6086]

I'm not a girl, but I'm a dad to two girls. And I completely agree with you. If my girls wanted to do something like this I would love to support them. It's hard to be an extreme athlete as we get older too. Incredible effort from Vanessa.

[@heatherleigh6087]

Congrats Vanessa- I remember watching the results in live time when you did this rally so it’s fun to see the footage from it. Thanks for keeping it real and I totally get the being hard on yourself mentally but you totally did what you needed to do to make it to the finish line. Cheers and congrats again!!

[@TheGirlOnABike]

Thanka Heather. That's super kind of you. I definitely had to dig deep! I'm proud of myself

[@steffelindqvist]

Just watched your Tunisian adventure and wow!! Unbeleivable that you got on the bike after those two dnf stages! You must be so tough both mentally and physically! And on top of that this was one of the best footage i've seen of any rally, you really showed what it really is about! Good on you!

[@TheGirlOnABike]

Wow thank you Steffe. That means so much to me. Thanks for taking the time to let me know. It’s strange how very feel people watch this video but I do think the series is one of my favourites. 🙏

[@steffelindqvist]

@@TheGirlOnABike rallying isn't everyone's cup of tea so that's probably why you don't get so much views on it. You have so much more content on your channel so people can easily choose a more common subject such as a bike reviews. But for me who is just trying to figure out which rally could be my first ( only done some enduro competitions) your videos are also valuable info👍

[@chriscook3447]

Having spent years in several deserts while doing my bit in the service.. You did great. It's all about survival. You'll do better on your next rally because of what you've learned. You respected the desert and your limits. Much Respect!

[@TheGirlOnABike]

Thanka Chris. So true. One mighty big learning curve

[@drklynoonrides6674]

Vanessa, I know I'm late to this video so you won't see this but you are one of the most courageous people I have ever seen on the youtubes. Watching you battle back anxiety/ fear tears while you continue to gear up and get ready for the day is so inspirational. You are amazing! Thank you so much for sharing!

[@TheGirlOnABike]

Aw thank you. That’s super kind of you. I really appreciate your kind words and support. That race really was brutal. Definitely character building 😂😳

[@stuartruskin2666]

Congratulations, What an incredible insight to the Tunisia Rally. Your 3 part series was so true to life and showed how you are an incredibly determined young lady with an obvious passion to Bikes. When most would have called it a day your fought through what could be described as hell and grit your teeth and achieved getting through the challenge. You should be so proud of yourself well done you.

[@TheGirlOnABike]

Aw thank you Stuart. That's super kind

[@oafsonbikes]

What an incredible achievement, there are no words that describe what a legend you are. Seeing how brutal the whole thing was and seeing you overcome obstacle after obstacle shows what a determined and awesome individual you are, and putting aside 1st place for female rider, you placed 34th that attests to your skill. Well done and massive congratulations. Thank you so much for sharing

[@Yangvar]

I said it to you during ABR festival, Ill repeat it again- you are an absolute inspiration Vanessa! Well done, congratulations! What a journey!

[@TheGirlOnABike]

Aw wow. Thank you 🥰🥰😘😘😘😘

[@travisv.4213]

Great series Vanessa!!! I'm in awe of the journey you have taken us on. I can't even imagine trying to do this myself. Well done and congratulations!!

[@TheGirlOnABike]

Thank you so much!!

[@Tim9974]

Vanessa you are absolutely incredible to have completed that race. What an emotional rollercoaster it must have been. Your sheer will and determination got you to the end. Thanks for the insight into one of these events. It was interesting to see what goes on in the background of the race. I'm also keenly awaiting your Honda Adventure Roads video.

[@simonjohn249]

What an epic trilogy! Well done Vanessa on showing he highs and lows of such an extreme event, its great to get a look at all that goes on behind the scenes too. As you said at the ABR festival its emotional! 👏👏

[@TheGirlOnABike]

Thanks Simon. It sure was

[@mjcooperfly]

I came across your channel having done a few single days enduro riding on hire bikes, including Toro Trail. I have to say i'm a bit blown away tbh! You're one tough lady, both mentally and physically, more than you realised at times I think. Thanks for sharing such a candid video. I got goose bumps when you came across the finish line!

[@riendetout8812]

You're a legend Vanessa! Just being brave enough to keep picking the bike up and heading out each day is impressive, plus the mental game and facing fears... Thank you for sharing the ups and downs.

[@TheGirlOnABike]

Aw thanks so much, mega appreciate your kind words! It was definitely a challenge but i was determined not to give up! Thank you for watching

[@WillysPerformanceCycleCtr]

That is absolutely incredible! You are an amazing person! It was difficult to sit and watch your emotions as you struggled for life out in the desert. You are among a very small group of people who would even attempt such a rally, much less finish in such an amazing way! Thanks for sharing the raw footage as you overcame the impossible. I’m glad you were home in your garden to make the introduction. I’m proud of you Vanessa! Take care of yourself and the RuckMonster!

[@networker-wildrats]

I watched you struggling across the first days with all the problems and tears - but felt the joy reaching the finish line. Great respect for your passion.

[@TheGirlOnABike]

Thanks Bernd xx

[@Toni.63]

I know this was about a year ago, I felt a lot of emotions watching these three episodes, I thought you handled everything great for someone that got stuck in the desert twice in as many days and came within one bad decision of dying. Watching your mental progression was rewarding, I hope you see how strong you are and I hope plan to return?

[@TheGirlOnABike]

Thank you so much, mega appreciate you saying that. Super glad you enjoyed the series! Maybe one day!

[@stefanosemisa9288]

What a huge and extreme adventure! My god, the desert is unforgiving. Super dangerous and scary. You made it ma'am! Congratulations!

[@mikep.9371]

Just amazing what you captured on video in the extreme weather conditions Vanessa. Hope you had an easy time after getting home to fully recover. You couldn't describe it better than "being family". Everyone stopping to help those in a worse condition. I bet it was hard emotional to edit the three parts. Would never have guessed 700 vehicles were involved with the rally and support. Thank God the helicopter was able to get to you after hitting the emergency beacon.

[@paul.vanhout57]

Raw emotion, pushing beyond the limit and unbelievable accomplishment👍

[@TheGirlOnABike]

Wow. Thanks Paul ❤️❤️😘

[@simonruddy8265]

Riding all week in an sand/meat grinder, not dieing of heat stroke, and even if you finished on day 3 and had enough are all achievements, your amazing, punishing yourself far too much, fantastic achievement.

[@TheGirlOnABike]

That is lovely to hear, thank you!

[@Colwood22]

You're absolutely amazing, not only did you complete this brutal rally, but I'm sure you have inspired many girls and women to take up motorcycling and dirt bike riding!

[@TheGirlOnABike]

I so hope so! and hopefully some guys too! hehe

[@adamfooks7248]

Congratulations Vanessa, ridiculous effort and amazing determination!!

[@TheGirlOnABike]

Thanks Adam

[@Wugawamp]

Hi Vanessa and congratulations on your hard-fought finish. You have a mighty spirit!. The support for each other was a great example of what we should all be doing everywhere, always.

[@TheGirlOnABike]

thanks Jeffrey

[@jonbailey5460]

What a great vid series - thank you for putting it out there, for your honesty, courage and giving us an insight into what it’s really like. Well done for getting to the finish line x

[@binderdan17]

You are such an inspiration to me Venessa! I'm just getting started in the adventure bike world and watching you has inspired me so much! Thank you for sharing your experiences and I can't wait to watch all the other events you enter! I hope one day I can achieve some of the goals you have.

[@TheGirlOnABike]

Aw thanks Danielle. That's super lovely to hear. I'm confident you'll reach those goals too!

[@AlexFBuchholzPhoto]

Absolutely epic. Congrats Vanessa.

[@mikewilliams6086]

So happy you made it through Vanessa. Its very hard to understand how hard the conditions are on a video. But just the quantities of water and electrolytes you had. Definitely look after yourself and ruckmonster. We all want to see you live to ride another day and enjoy family. It was hard to watch I'm sure your family found it difficult. Love from NZ.

[@TheGirlOnABike]

Thank you so much for your support! It is hard to show the gravity of the situation but it was mental!

[@desktopdiddies5530]

There may be lows alongside the highs, but there will always be hats off to you for trying new activities, learning as you go but coming out the other end with a positive outlook and a smile. Never a failure. Well done, happy for you.

[@TheGirlOnABike]

Thanks dude. I'm so proud to have finished!! 💪

[@hkcam9398]

Vanessa legendary result, well done, you are not an imposter. Completely deserving of the finishers trophy.

[@TheGirlOnABike]

aw dude, thank you

[@littlepony6762]

You are one incredible person never give up one in front of another always Congratulations Vanessa 👊🏾😊

[@jamesread9014]

Good for you. You should be so proud of your achievements. Continue your lifestyle and avoid normality. From Christchurch, New Zealand

[@TheGirlOnABike]

Aw thank you James

[@conawayjb]

Much respect, No way I could have made it as far as you did. Congrats!

[@lpete531]

Got that right

[@spontaneouscombustion_alert]

Amazing! That was tough. You are very inspiring. I’m 56 and figure I can join you in a year! 🎉

[@TheGirlOnABike]

Yey thanks so much for watching and glad you enjoyed it! Definitely can do anything if you put your mind too it 💪

[@stephenpotts8170]

Well done, what an achievement, you must be well chuffed, and how good are all the back up people that assist all that take part in such a extreme rally event. Really enjoyed it even with all those extreme lows you came through it. Thanks...

[@lkastaas]

This was interesting to watch. The struggle with equipment, mental and physically. The desert isn’t for the faint hearted. I think I’ll tackle the snow before I tackle the desert. Heat and sand everywhere. But all of this makes me respect the sport of riding on two wheels in these conditions. It takes some serious prepping and training to be able to go do something like this. And this amazing girl keep blowing my mind time after time. Congratulations to her for achieving this among other amazing achievements thru her life. Vanessa you are a rockstar on two wheels ♥️♥️♥️♥️🖖🏼

[@TheGirlOnABike]

wow, you're super kind Leif, thank you. I defo get what you mean about snow verse sand!! Thanks for such kind energies

[@SteveInskip]

Brilliant! Well done!

[@andrewjohnson9896]

Wonderful and very honest video, look forward to the next rally. We'll done.

[@TheGirlOnABike]

Thanks Andrew. I hope you enjoy the whole 3 part series

[@TheGirlOnABike]

Just realised that was the 3rd part hehe thanks for watching

[@williammagee2404]

Fair play Vanessa, nothing but respect for you for doing this 👏. Your videos are so helpful as I have no clue which to do .. Non competitive hellas, the dinaric and possibly the reverse version of illyria 😊

[@TheGirlOnABike]

Hehe aw thank you. They're all good fun. A really ace training event is the Bosnia rally too. That's incredible riding

[@stephenkennewell6153]

Well done Vanessa , congratulation . What an experience .

[@Allan_aka_RocKITEman]

FWIW: I will NEVER EVER complain about walking up and down the dunes at nearby-ish _Jockey's Ridge State Park_ in the North Carolina Outer Banks.

[@TheGirlOnABike]

Haha 😂

[@paulbartsch1223]

Great riding and video. It brought back emotions of when I was stuck on my own with a broken leg and the the relief when the helicopter flys over.

[@TheGirlOnABike]

oh blimey, sorry to hear that, mega glad the heli came for you. That sound! gosh it's like a life line hey

[@mauriziobrescini4131]

Complimentiiiiiiiiiiii. Bravissssssssssssssssima. Grazieeeeeeeeeee

[@parsnipracing7473]

Looked like some pretty tricky conditions! Good effort on hanging in there to the finish!! Would love to know a bit more detail on the costs of racing an event like TDC.

[@TheGirlOnABike]

Absolutely, I estimate it at around £12k with a hired bike and rally support with Desert Rose Racing. So not cheap but considerably more affordable than some of the other rallys

[@martinforrester8249]

Having watched your adventure late in the day ( have subscribed anyway -- had to ), i think you are bloody awesome. What entertainment you've treated everyone to, edge of the seat stuff. Long may you continue your adventurous life... but safely.

[@TheGirlOnABike]

Yey thanks so much for subscribing, I mega appreciate your support and I hope that you continue to enjoy the many adventures I have on my channel!

[@TenaciousCovers]

You are awesome 💪🏽 so very inspiring. Look after yourself out there ❤️

[@zweispurmopped]

What an epic video! You really make your highs and lows felt! Dear Vanessa, never lose your thunder! 😎🤗

[@mikewilliams6086]

Good idea with the tow strap. So many times it's worked for us towing trailers

[@TheGirlOnABike]

Thanks!

[@jimmcgarvie1483]

Just catching up on some of your achievements. Simply amazing 👏👏👏

[@TheGirlOnABike]

Aw yey thanks so much

[@jimmcgarvie1483]

@@TheGirlOnABike I’m still recovering from an acl and minicus surgery from falling off my dirt bike so how you have managed to achieve the things you have following your accident is inspiring. Good luck with whatever you have planned in the future. 👊

[@TheGirlOnABike]

Thank you, and all the best in your recovery!

[@robertroddy8925]

Followed you for a while and you can see your desire and passion for rally building absolutely amazing series honest, inspiring and entertaining gob for Dakar I say

[@TheGirlOnABike]

Thanks Robert! I'll keep fighting on!! 🤞

[@cozydram1]

sssooooooooo proud of what you did ...........congrates

[@TheGirlOnABike]

aw dude, thank you Phil

[@frankmarkovcijr5459]

The theme from the movie Dune is rolling through my head as I watch your videos.

[@davelee9527]

Congratulations ya smashed it as hard n as painful 💖✌

[@robwhitby9152]

An excellent watch 👏

[@TheGirlOnABike]

Glad you enjoyed it, thanks for watching!

[@joshblunt83]

absolute legend!!!

[@TheGirlOnABike]

Hehe thanks!

[@jasonMMorris]

Well done sister, you showed the right time to make the call

[@EireRider.motorcycle.adventure]

Just seems to be more pain than gain with these types of events. Fair play to you for doing.

[@TheGirlOnABike]

Haha yeah I can see that perspective. The pain is strangely addictive though 🤣🤷‍♀️

[@EireRider.motorcycle.adventure]

@@TheGirlOnABike haha... Well you can't complain at least

[@cwcw765]

Thank you so much for your channel, it's incredible to watch. I don't know why it's took me so long in life to discover this whole Rally world... I've been tuning in to your latest Eco Africa race series and it has been so fascinating I went on a bit of a discovery crusade to learn more about this Rally World and your story. Listened to a few of your podcast appearances and lo and behold... it led me to this crazy adventure! Incredibly well documented... As real as it gets! Ecstatic highs and devastating lows.... You really earn t that finish line trophy! You don't need me to say it but keep up the amazing work Vanessa it's so refreshing in this modern age, truly inspired!🏜💯🤙🤪

[@littlepony6762]

You have a amazing list of accomplishments and still adding go go girl you are a tough beautiful lady ❤️👍🏾👍🏾

[@dasautogt]

LEGEND V, legend. 👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@TheGirlOnABike]

aw thank you, I didn't feel it! hehe

[@sritter]

great story ...hey can you share the brand of the molded blue earplugs you seem to be wearing...they look good ... thx

[@TheGirlOnABike]

hey Steve, yeah for sure. They are Custom Fit Guards customfitguards.com/?ref=TheGirlOnABike Or use code “GIRLONABIKE” 10% off. I've used them for ages now and highly rate. Keeping the hearing for the future is key on a motorcycle! hehe

[@darrendoe4231]

Outstanding, congratulations, loved it 🤘

[@TheGirlOnABike]

Aw wow. Thank you!!

[@2upadv23]

Inspirational is all I can say 👍

[@TheGirlOnABike]

Aw thank you, mega appreciate that

[@davidkallstrom4349]

great video

[@TheGirlOnABike]

Yey thanks! Glad you enjoyed it

[@ladyjrider666]

No.1 female!!! You did it!

[@TheGirlOnABike]

wooo!

[@jasonMMorris]

Tent made me laugh out loud tho Thought you were going to bite at the flapping interruption 😏💯

[@TheGirlOnABike]

Haha I should have!! Haha gurr

[@tolfan123456]

You are awesome👊🤗

[@cpuuk]

Far too much sand involved in this endeavour ;-) Well done 🙂

[@TheGirlOnABike]

Haha yeah I was finding it for weeks 😂

[@astrofysikostreli-lly858]

You're remarkable and very very resilient to the core !! keep riding, you're creating kind of a women rally racing wave ✌🏽I also totally looove your desert pants, would mind sharing the brand ? cheers 😉

[@TheGirlOnABike]

Oh wow. Thank you. They’re Woodsman by mosko moto and I definitely recommend 💯

[@JEmmertz]

I recognize and understand the "roller-coaster". You have learned things about yourself that always will be useful , but never should have been needed to learn (yeah yeah, it doesn't sound logical). The former accident you had was probably more of a major pain the a** - and in a lot of other places - than strictly life threatening, but this hits you in all kinds of ways: mentally, physically and so on, and it is probably harder to deal with when some parts of the brain in some ways is not actually helping you, but risking to put you in ever more dire circumstances. You most certainly did the right thing when you did hit that emergency button and got pumped with all that fun stuff in your arm. Don't be ashamed, embarrassed or anything of that kind. Know that you are a fighter and survivor and that deep down you have that crucial little extra that makes you do the right thing when it really, really counts. Trust it! (Anything that sounds like bad wording or that I don't know what I'm talking about: Ignore it! I'm translating on the fly in my head to Inglese. Intentions are good and you should know that. The rest doesn't matter.) I still have some 40 minutes of this video to watch... (and more onions to cut)

[@JEmmertz]

Post tangentum: Anyone that can quote parts of "Stuck In the Middle With You" immediately raises a few notches closer to the top. 👍

[@JEmmertz]

The very final and ultimate statement: Wait, what!!?!?!?! You haven't watched Star Wars properly? Sorry, you're doomed, Vanessa! 😉

[@JEmmertz]

To Vanessa, and no one else: I would hug you, and shout in your ear that: You don't have anything left to prove. You are good, you're enough! Be proud! Be content!

[@ernesthood2647]

I think you will continue to improve Vanessa. That was brutal.

[@TheGirlOnABike]

Thanks Ernest.

[@twowheelrodeo]

If I was there I would of also finished, though then I would of been so afraid of crashing. I am afraid of sand. The first part may not be true, though Great Job Vanessa!

[@TheGirlOnABike]

Haha thanks Jake

[@jamieg73]

Well done amazing job

[@antoniocoutinho511]

Stay well, all the best for you. 👍

[@charliem5332]

Which is worse? Mud or sand?

[@TheGirlOnABike]

Sand definitely. Mud is effortless in comparison haha

[@ride4life_motorlifestyle]

ET phone home.... And just when i'm typing this you said it. Watching this from my wild campsite in Norway on my way from the Netherlands to the North Cape

[@TheGirlOnABike]

Haha full ET moment. Aw thanks for watching it on the road. Hope the trips going well

[@gregjetnikoff7124]

Still no "love" icon on KZbin. You deserve it woman.

[@TheGirlOnABike]

Aw hehe thank you Greg 🥰😘

[@peterkoning21]

In my youth I did a few Mickey Mouse rallies in comparecen to this ! But the big thing is mental strength....not easy !! WEll done Venessa !!!

[@TheGirlOnABike]

Aw thanks Peter

[@mattyaztec]

Was this organised by Burt at RallyMoto, did I hear you say that?

[@TheGirlOnABike]

Oh gosh no, I don’t believe Burt / Rally moto do any big full size rallies. This is a Gert Dunson event. He also does the Morocco Desert Challenge which I’m doing next week. Eeeek

[@arnohag1]

I thought it was funny that you said that you were only female and got first place. I hope this inspires other capable ladies to do the challenge. On ya, keep it up as you inspire us old farts to keep dirt adventure riding. What's worse than continual sand, continual black mud of home.

[@Durkan34]

👏👏👏👏👏👏 Legend… we’ll done .

[@corykilik4079]

Thanks for be real, Vanessa. 😘

[@TheGirlOnABike]

Always!

[@generoush3823]

Congrats

[@TheGirlOnABike]

yey thank you, it was a tough one

[@gordonroberts8206]

epic 🏆

[@nasirbasra]

8:27 looks like UFO 😎behind you😳

[@rideitpodcast]

That must be so brutal. As a Scotsman I'm just not made for that climate 😄

[@TheGirlOnABike]

Haha yeah I’m not sure any human is haha

[@onthebuses]

Scotland Watching 🥃📡🥃

[@TheGirlOnABike]

Hey hello!

[@onthebuses]

@The Girl On A Bike 🥂

[@pollekepmtb]

Gonna say goodbye to your channel, as I did to your instagram. Thanks for the content and good luck to your YT channel

[@TheGirlOnABike]

Oh OK. Sorry to see you go. May I ask why? You're welcome to message me privately with why if you prefer. ❤️

[@mntbighker]

I realize this is impossible but pulling emotions out of the equation you are pushing limits. So no reason to beat yourself up about failure. The support staff is there as a backstop you exploring those limits.

[@TheGirlOnABike]

Very true, thank you 🙂

[@mntbighker]

@@TheGirlOnABike I assume someone pays a LOT for that support. Probably you, or your sponsors ;)

[@lpete531]

ET phone home, and let's go home, the sand is too much, sorry 😔😔

[@mazoviaadv5536]

It's hard to say with confidence, because there are very little shots of you riding, but it seems that riding skills are not there yet. Keep learning!

[@TheGirlOnABike]

The days I really struggled where mechanical issues sadly. My pace could definitely improve but coming 35 of 55 is not exactly a sign of not there yet ❤️ as with all things, there's always a lot more to learn

[@mazoviaadv5536]

@@TheGirlOnABike 35/40, this is how many finished. Also judging by some stage times, your pace is slightly more than 50% of stage winners, this isn't brilliant. Work hard and you will get there. And I know how difficult it is to come into sport late in life, so I respect your work.

[@TheGirlOnABike]

@@mazoviaadv5536 makes me smile that you focus on 40 finishing... that's 15 who didn't even finish, so yeah I was ahead of them. Racing is not all about winning or being in the top, it's about taking part, growing, learning and enjoying it. That's why I do it.

[@mazoviaadv5536]

@@TheGirlOnABike this is what I keep saying but gosh I would love e to be on the podium, because racing is about winning :) Cheers

[@Skiamakhos]

I wouldn't have said ET - maybe Florence of Arabia? You gotta dress for the conditions though, no matter how silly it feels or looks. You know the Tuareg men traditionally wear head to foot blue, covering everything so that the dye stains their skins blue?

[@TheGirlOnABike]

Haha so true

[@JEmmertz]

Bloody onions.....

[@TheGirlOnABike]

Haha

[@iamthebroker]

You raised the prospect of doing it again…… my advice is don’t! I absolutely respect you tried but at the end of the you need to be realistic…. So do the people around you. Unless the rescue crews need the practice I suggest you put it into the category of ‘been there done that’.

[@TheGirlOnABike]

Haha no. It means train hard, learn and go back stronger! So yup I’m going back.

[@mortaljorma69]

Not worth it.

[@TheGirlOnABike]

I'd do it again hehe