Wild Camping With Wingman of The Road | Dartmoor National Park | Motorcycle Tour

We headed off to Dartmoor National park for out last day in Devon. We went to find a suitable camping spot and then headed off to somewhere that’s been recommended to me a number of times; Union Road Moto Velo. This is a motorcycle hangout, motorbiker friendly hotel, workshop, coffee shop, clothes and gear retailer and there are also motorbikes for sale- all wrapped up in a brilliantly cool, edgy package. A custom Honda Cub, Harley Davidson Sportsters, Indian FTR and a heavily customised Triumph Bonneville, as well as gear for sale from the likes of Saint Jeans, Roeg helmets and Resurgence gear (to name a few). They have a good choice of sandwiches and cakes too, so it’s a brilliant stop off. It is hugely worth a visit!
After that, we rode back into Dartmoor Park and set up the Goose Wingman of The Road tent for some wild camping on the final night. I had the tent strapped to my Hepco and Becker rear rack with Ron straps, and it worked like a dream!
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Wingman of The Road Goose. Wingman recommended that I use Rok straps to attach it, and they work perfectly to secure it.
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Partner:
- sizzapp.com
(Motorcycle tracker and rider's mate)
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Gear for the Day:
Frank Thomas Patrol Jacket (10 years old but they still sell a very similar version)
Broger Moto California Jeans
Furygan Melbourne Boots
Throttlesnake Pit Viper Gloves
Exklusiv Rage Shiny Black Helmet
Timeline:
- 0:00 - 2:30: Intro
- 2:31 - 12:00: Union Road Moto Velo
- 12:01 - 18:45: Ride around Dartmoor National Park
- 18:46 - 28:10: Wingman of The Road
- 28:11 - 36:54: Morning with horses
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Accomodation:
- Gallery Guest House, Plymouth, 66 N Rd E, Plymouth PL4 6AL. Very good value, clean and polite staff.
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Locations:
- Union Road Moto Velo, 1 Union Rd, Crediton EX17 3AL
- Dartmoor National Park. Here’s a map of where you can legally wild camp: www.dartmoor.gov.uk/about-us/...
- Camping spot (just opposite where the horses were drinking): Where the B3357 crosses Cherry Brook stream- 100 meters north of there.
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Filming and editing: @monikameraki (Instagram)
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Music:
- Tape Machines: Evergreen Fields
- The Devils Sway: Belle Epoque
- S.A. Karl: Robin
- Tilden Park 2: Earth Light it Up)
- Staffan Carlen: Morning Mist
- Ludvik Moulin: Circus Coming to Town
- Tiki Tiki: Funny Walks Aside
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Close to 100 now!

[@marknewman1317]

I have lived in france for the last 17 years. Your videos remind me of how beautiful England is.

[@theranjhas6235]

*aaa my dream to ride Dartmoor. thank you for taking me there*

[@kevingladdish4739]

Loved this vlog and great to see you get your priorities right Freddie, four cans of beer to one bottle of water! 👍🏻

[@FreddieDobbs]

🤣🤣

[@wiganjon1971]

Love my wingman…get yourself a couple of adjustable tent poles and you can make a mini canopy with the side you get in and out of …..nice to sleep with the flap open 👍🏻

[@FreddieDobbs]

Ahhhh I love this- thanks for the tip!

[@millinutz]

Love the ride and versatility of a Sportster but it only comes second to a Triumph.... Don't lose sight of that Speedmaster !!

[@grahamtricker4103]

I agree! 👍

[@greerbox]

A great vlog Freddie. I love Dartmoor. The two ponies chasing each other were having so much fun. I hope you don’t mind me making a suggestion for your safety. If you put the canopy on the opposite side to the side-stand, should by any chance the side-stand sinks into soft ground or the bike topples, it will fall away from you and not on the tent. Beautiful sunrise/sunsets.

[@FreddieDobbs]

Thanks very much- I'll act on this next time I'm camping🙂

[@ballamoto]

I've seen quite the contrary suggested too, because if you put too much tension on the sheet, it could pull the bike over (with the help of wind etc.) That's why I'd always keep the side stand on the inside of the sheet/tent. Swings and roundabouts! 😂

[@greerbox]

Well don’t put too much tension on it.

[@ballamoto]

@@greerbox yeah I'm not trying to say you're wrong, I'm just saying there's pros and cons to both 🤷‍♂️

[@ballamoto]

Definitely more applicable when using a tarp that you need to stretch out, not so much this little tent 👍

[@bashsharif8272]

Really enjoyed this road trip Freddie and Monika, felt so natural and relaxing, wonderful photography, beautiful scenery, sunsets, sunrises, wild horses, can't ask for any more....

[@texrgb]

Freddie, that "Tent" you have, here in Australia, we call them a swag. Our military use them. The Sportster is an awesome bike. I love mine, easy to live with, heaps of modifications available if wanted, cheap to run, but also ride like an old school motorbike. I've had all the fast, powerful bikes, now it's time to enjoy the ride. Get yourself a Sportster, you won't regret it.

[@goldilocks913]

I bought a Toucan tent and was really impressed with the quality of the tent( and the solid fuel stove kit l bought at same time) . Was brilliant on the wild camping l did on the Isle of Islay overlooking a beautiful beach. Sleeping with the breakers rolling in was bliss. I carried it on my 300 Vespa no problem at all using a pair of rock straps.

[@guyrose2239]

So enjoyable … thanks guys … took me out of a dull day at work ⭐️🤗

[@basimfara]

you are lucky to have Monica a good photographer and an innocent smile.thx for sharing

[@russcattell955i]

I grew up & lived for 40 years in Northern "burbs" of Plymouth. I spent so much time on the coast or Dartmoor. There I learned 4 seasons outdoorsmanship. It's where I met my now wife, she lived in Princetown. As she is ex army she is skilled & comfortable wild camping too.

[@The_minas_the_man]

The dog having zoomies @15:30 🥰👌 awesome.

[@frankr111th]

😂 The horses coming to see how well you can pack up your tent!

[@nqbritishrides]

Stunning scenery when complimented by blue skies. Almost has me missing Blighty. The horses at the end were good for a laugh too. Keep up the great videos.

[@taichung465]

The little drinks bottle you noticed on the back of the Sportster's mini-pannier is probably a petrol-safe aluminium fuel bottle. Those Sportsters have such small fuel tanks that if you're going anywhere further than commuting distance, you need an emergency fuel supply. That little 1-2 liter bottle will mean the difference between rolling into the nearest service station on fumes, or finding out how desperately you need to renew your gym membership. I've got something similar on my V-max 1200 as the tank holds less than 12 liters. Beautiful video as always!

[@FreddieDobbs]

Very interesting, thanks Tai!🙂

[@jefftilley6512]

Just a couple of points about Dartmoor National Park and camping. Not meant as harsh criticism, just a couple of things you should know. You mentioned getting a fire going at your camp, it's actually illegal to have an open fire on the moors. So is flying a drone! But you are right, it is a beautiful part of the country! I am so grateful to live here.

[@ChadWinters]

Those horses were hilarious

[@briantheminer]

Perfect product placement there, but with such locations and scenery I don’t care 👌

[@justinputbrace4380]

Genuinely laughing at the horse debarcle Great stuff

[@anusarahelm1569]

When i cant get out on the bike , i like to watch Freddie go out on his, it gives me a warm felling in my tummy

[@rambla12000]

Ja ja! Horses can be so crazy animals. It reminds me a night spent wild camping in Basque country with a white horse pulling my tent, biting my tarp. What a fight an endless night. I did also wild camp in Dartmoor area, lovely site and no horses then!

[@grh6439]

"Just got to suck it up (and) have a banana ". A bit of Dobbsian philosophy that should be on the front of a t-shirt! A very enjoyable video. In particular, your interaction with the ponies made my day.

[@FreddieDobbs]

Thank you!!😆

[@nickreading9379]

The Bonneville custom is sick…. 🤙

[@MenofCourage]

Awsome! just no words!!

[@Nick_R_]

Beer, crisps, Jaffa cakes. And a banana, just to match the fine looking gloves!

[@nonamesdesigns]

Dartmoor is our go to day out. It's amazing.

[@millinutz]

If I had a Monika on my pillion, I think I would be a vlogger. Just love her work and editing skills.... she must have been born with a camera atached to one eye !! Thanks to you both for another brilliant video. Ride safe, greets from 🇨🇭, Steve.

[@aeroplod]

Thanks for your mini series. Devon has always been my favourite county. My home is now Andalucía... also beautiful but very different. You noticed how inquisitive the gorgeous ponies are on Dartmoor. Could I make a small suggestion? Safer for you if you park the bike leaning away from the tent. If one of the ponies decides to give it a nudge, it'd be a very painful experience. Wouldn't want to see a video of you from a hospital bed! Super video as always. I also love the way you never set yourself up as being the expert unlike so many bike vloggers. Great stuff. Cheers to you both🍺

[@FreddieDobbs]

Thanks for the tip re the tent Stu- I hadn't considered that. I LOVE Andalucia!🙂

[@guyrose2239]

What a great vlog…. Wonderful to watch … thanks guys

[@tad74]

That was great, so beautiful

[@GJCPlumbing]

After watching this , I brought The Wingman of the Road, the Toucan, it’s fantastic, thanks as I never new about it till I saw you using one. 👍

[@phenn6376]

Really nicely produced video, and great tips for places to visit and camp. Fantastic Dartmoor.

[@chrisking5495]

You hit it out of the park again Freddie! Absolutely brilliant 😊

[@BREMBIZZLE]

Wow, that scenery. What a great vlog Freddie!

[@banzobeans]

Fun! And looks beautiful. Thx

[@vedder10]

One of my absolute favorite videos. Beautiful scenery both in town and out.

[@gazoutdoors7525]

😂I love how out of your comfort zone you are with that tent - stay safe buddy, keep riding.

[@petea1uk]

All three in this Devon videos have been excellent. A pleasure to watch.

[@markb3180]

Nailed it with this one, what a fantastic experience in such a beautiful part of the world.

[@keithmayes4842]

Love the film you make our country look so enticing. I also think you should consider the Triumph speedmaster/America I have a 2012 America, cruiser vibe with the Bonneville twin perfect. Keep up the good work 😃

[@geetee2583]

Love watching all of your adventures...Love the choice of music accompaniment too...spot on 👍

[@2wheeledwillie395]

Great set of vids Freddie .. Love yr infectious child-like enthusiasm! Top man 👍

[@ClemHouben]

Very nice video! Love it!

[@leewatkeys9065]

What beautiful scenery and we are so lucky to be able to access all this in the great country we live in 👍🏻

[@FreddieDobbs]

Completely agree!🙂

[@martindavies8326]

Great man, really Enjoyed that thank you.♠️👍

[@walterwinschel2133]

great video... phantastic landscape!... thanks to you and Monica for filming this....

[@LionTheHeart]

Great video..enjoyable and informative..good to see the wildlife roaming and running free!

[@debenhamdave4314]

Brilliant vlog thanks FD.

[@pistolpete6321]

I absolutely love your videos! The cinematography is excellent and really enjoy your visits to local motorcycle coffee shops. Keep up the great work!

[@jonathanholley8043]

For me this has got to be your best vlog , stunning scenery and all credit to you both for the filming and editing , great drone footage . Makes you realise that we live in a lovely country and thank you for reminding us of that.

[@vishalsinghkatoch5579]

What a beautiful vlog, expecting more of these. Soothing, perfect shots and good vibes.

[@kramnam4716]

Loved that shot of the 2 longhorns canoodles!!♥️

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Hello, my new friend. Wow! It's such a motorcycle trip video that gives fun and healing.💖💕💘 I watch your video until the end. I'm happy to be your great channel friend.💜💛💚 Have a comfortable day 💝💗❤ 👍👍👍🤙👌

[@mjerse50]

Nicely designed and great sharing 🏍✅🌈

[@geneahart5607]

What a great series of video's Freddie! You provide entertainment and information that is very useful, thank you.

[@alandavies1054]

Lovely trip 👍

[@michaelarvay8353]

❤❤❤ i love this hip-hop song 😊

[@pommiegranite464]

Really enjoyed it! The scenery was stunning, Monica's filming excellent. The horses were really funny, you came over as being quite nervous of them which made me laugh. Well done Freddie, and thanks a lot. Ride safe, mate.

[@FreddieDobbs]

Thank you! I was a bit nervous if I'm being totally honest!

[@happilyunsettled]

beautiful vlog and seems a great experience to the outdoors.

[@davidjenner1168]

another great vlog stunning place love the supplies beer / banana's/ crisps animals just reminding us its there home .

[@lescrowther2857]

Beautiful Dartmoor. Such a spectacular place to ride. Glad you enjoyed it. Keep safe

[@jasonadams5187]

Awesome video and awesome content can’t wait for the next video Thanks Freddie and Monica

[@stephenjones6076]

I love my Roeg Helmet :) Great video by the way. Also love my Wingman of the road Goose tent.

[@BlackThor15]

Awesome video, amazing editing!! Well done Freddie & Monika!! 👍👍

[@samgardiner771]

Absolutely loved this mini series touring the Southwest, so many beautiful places captured with your Vlog, this one in Dartmoor was a real hoot, the bike cafe was a great find and the Wingman tent looks top quality. :)

[@christopher54179]

Great video thanks for showing love your jacket it is really cool

[@amateurel4129]

Great video, love the horses at the end trying to eat everything! 😆

[@RUN9943]

Another awesome video!!! : )

[@mlj6568]

Vidéo magnifique, dans le Dartmoor, c'est vert et sauvage, les poneys espiègles sont sur leurs territoires donc ils vont s'approprier tout ce qu'ils trouvent, Bravo belle aventure moto sur une belle et ancienne Bonneville. MLJ

[@jimjoelliejack]

What a lovely video, stunning scenery and very well put together. It brings back many memories of Dartmoor for me, I trained on there with the Royal Marines, I’ve seen it throw all sorts of weather down in one day. It’s brutal in the winter.

[@malcolmosborne1592]

Cracking chilled video. Enjoyed watching you go in blind putting up the tent with no practice. Dartmoor is seriously beautiful

[@salmahdawi1]

Brilliant vlog, wonderful drive and that Scottish bull grooming calf is priceless.

[@andyb2375]

Another great video Freddie. Awesome work from you both. Dartmoor smiled down on you for this one and you made some new friends too!

[@balintszollar]

If this video doesn't make you fall in love with the open road and bike camping, then nothing will. I just started my license course (quite lat e in the game at 40) but can hardly wait to experience this. Love, love your videos and the honest enthusiasm you have for this wonderful lifestyle. No BS ,no fancypantsy showoff stuff, just the real deal.

[@albion2742]

Freddie, if you buy a sportster, make sure you have a good dentist to put your fillings back in your teeth. Those Sportster really vibrate, the girlfriend will like that part. Back in 1964 during our honeymoon we rode across Dartmoor from Croyde Bay to Brixham on our BSA Super Rocket/Watsonian Monza sidecar outfit. Great video. Thanks.

[@andrewchrysanthou1744]

I am very lucky I live in south Devon, and ride these roads with a smile on my face . Your video is stunning . Well done .

[@johnmckay5711]

Thanks a great video. I like the postoffice

[@OldSkoolBiker62]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣😂🤣 When I was 19 I spent 5 years moto camping 24/7 so you could say I'm a hardened camper.. I must first say I originally came from a city so watching you was like a reflection of watching myself at the start of the 1984 bike season.. leaving the city and deciding to live on the road.. I built all sorts of shelters and found a bender built with Hazel or and willow were the best through summer and winter.. but I mainly used them through the winter.. Lighting my first 10 fires used up loads of time and energy removing petrol/gas from my bike to light the fire.. but eventually learnt all the bush craft I needed to survive and could build a shelter and light a fire whatever the conditions.. So back to your video thanks for making a old school bike pi## himself laughing at your expense.. 🤟😎

[@danmoss3834]

Such a great video, keep up the hard work , brilliant, throughly enjoyed this 👍👍👍

[@peterprior1]

Union Road Moto Velo in Crediton is a bit of a gem! Best video yet and loved your pony co stars!

[@chuckwagon1892]

Well I pressed the like button 2 minutes in...your intro was very nice and I looked forward to your accent and commentary. Beautiful day and scenery and the bike shop was great and it was very nice to meet the lovely Monica! So now I'm a little/lot angry that I'm not there to ride along 😒... ho humm. Your stop at that little store was fun. That's what it's all about, isn't it? Taking the time to stop and look around and enjoy whatever looks interesting. "Wild camping" is a relitively new term to me. It accurately describes the objective but, duuuude[!] camping without a fire is like running without sneakers LOL. But I'm sure Monica will eventually convince you to bring fire into your life, it's amazing what you can do with it. LMAO at the demonstration of your sleeping arrangements and stepping in sheep poop. Then those lovely sunset views and that classic wild horse segment. Then I waved good bye to Monica as she tooted and drove away. That cha-cha bed roll and horsing around was great. Glad you gave those horses back their grazing rights. The bike tent was very interesting and it looked to be of good quality. Nice video.. just pressed subscribe. Cheers!

[@le_kakis]

Awesome video,very nice editing, picturesque locations and as always amazing vibes from you guys,keep it up 🤟

[@drbhaskardas25]

Superb ! This is the best one I have seen so far. ✌️👍

[@rogergress9520]

IMO, the very best video you have ever done! Touching, beautiful and life filled with the glory of the Sun ! Simply, Outstanding!

[@mdjmurray]

Going through your older videos. This summer’s been absolutely shite weather-wise, but hopefully we can get some more camping videos in the future! Ps, for lazy fire makers, get yourself a BushBox stove. Self contained fire and you can cook on it! Win-win!

[@eblackshaw]

Another great vlog Fred and Monica. I agree with some of the other posts ... the horse chase towards the end was a good laugh and beautiful footage. I'm a big fan of camping and love that you can just set up shop anywhere there.

[@ExeterCenturion]

Union Road Moto Velo is one of my favourite cafes. Daughters used to dance in Crediton (classes, not randomly on the streets :)), and I would often go there for coffee, cake and writing :)

[@neilurquhart8622]

“Wild camping” with tame ‘wild ponies’. I was wondering where Monica would be sleeping in that tent!!🤪 would’ve been fun eh?

[@christopherloyzelle4299]

Love the bike culture! From the USA but your love for bikes and camping makes me want to take a ride with you. ! Love the video and the music great job all around

[@joemailhiot8646]

Thanks Freddie for your time and finely showing us your lovely Monica.👍🇨🇦

[@PrateekMishra1]

you are giving me great motivation to visit these places on my motorbike

[@neodjboy]

hey Freddie I was looking forward to checking this camping gear review.. Cheers. The camping was absolutely hilarious.

[@jesterm7597]

I’ve probably watched all your vlogs now and I vote this one the best - so far! Great location, scenery, filming and very funny with your unpaid extras entertaining us by eating your bike and clothing! More please!

[@quentinjackson6015]

Just discovered and subscribed to your channel! Living in Devon I never take the county for granted and love the areas that you've recently visited - a motorcycle ride over Dartmoor is always good for the soul. You really captured the essence of the area and I appreciated your editing and music choices etc. Dorset and Cornwall are equally as scenic, so you'll have to come this way again! Cheers and regards to you both.

[@stevenroberts5741]

I so need to explore this country I live in more....watching these vlogs there are some seriously beautiful (or possibly even 'stunning' 😁') places to be found and seen 😊👍🏻

[@akron1986]

Very nice!

[@rosslyn9235]

Thank you, thank you so much, sublime.

[@TheScott7878]

Excellent video guys you make me so homesick .

[@FreddieDobbs]

Really appreciate it!