32 thoughts on “Riding dirt tracks through the high country Series 3 Episode 3”
I enjoy some other motorcycle touring channels, Itchy Boots, and several Australian ones. But, for me, nothing beats this one for the way the story and the pictures and the road are woven together, with no distracting ego, so that I almost feel like it's me doing this, going on a journey, exploring, and always in the moment.
Some great country there, and some really remote areas too (hope you've got an emergency plan). Saw another video recently on blue rag, so interesting to see you come from the other direction. My father used to get great photos of dead snow gums which yours (although much bigger) reminds me of. Looking forward to future episodes as you get closer to my stomping ground… Cheers,
I was thinking how you might show the incline without shooting a side view. Dash inclinometer? The bubble globe for cars would shake apart. What about a CyclClimb for push bikes – small and low tech.
Wouldn't mind betting you will be interested a bit more in the new 450 Joe …… with your type of adventures it would probably be a great asset …… great video again and awesome photos at the end ……. cheers …
Oh I really want to ride those trails! I was actually thinking about buying a pack mule and riding some of the crownland trails here in Ontario. Again, Joe your videos make me so happy! Just beautiful! Mount up, ride on and take care Joe.
While watching you ride the high country , I was thinking about my next trip away on the Himmy . Then I had to go out and mow the lawn , bugger . Cheers mate.
I feel a lot more relaxed now. Cheers. Do you have to pay for Gpx files? Still trying to learn navigation. I've got the free version. But…. um I've seen you in last couple of vids nutting your way though it. Maybe a vid idea..
Yeah when you said you wanted to head up blue rag I had my doubts ha ha. But good effort. Please be careful cutting the right hand corners, more then one occasion I’ve found a 4wd coming the other way, and the new raptor owners thing they can go faster now. Great video man thanks for sharing
One of my favorite videos of yours, Joe! I love riding those forest roads, I also loved that well placed barb for GS’s . I always find those drainage humps fun to ride over – often they have a little sand on the uphill side! I have often camped next to rivers and waterfalls, but what I find is, it’s nice for an hour, but then you can’t “turn off” the river noise! Where I camp you have to be mindful of bears wandering into camp and you’d never hear it camping next to a river. Question for you – do you disable the rear ABS when going down those steep hills? I can sometimes get it to turn off, but most of the time I end up with a sore thumb from pushing that button!
Hey Joe Beautiful videography, but I have some bad news for you. I think you missed the spectacular part of Blue Rag. You came up North on Basalt Knob. track and then you turned right onto Blue Rag trail (down and up the steep bit where you dropped it). But you should have turned LEFT. That would have taken you up to Blue Rag trig point…. and the ride along that ridge top is "the money shot". Probably one of the most spectacular rides and vistas in the high country (if not Australia (In my humble opinion).
Thanks for the content Joe. Youve inspired me to get out there into the high country. I've got some time off work coming up so might take a similar route to what you've shown from Melbourne to go see some family in Canberra. Looking forward to the next installmemt. All the best.
Mate there are no words to accurately describe how incredible your videos are! Even the part of me that wishes they were longer or there was more of them knows that they are infact the perfect amount
I enjoy some other motorcycle touring channels, Itchy Boots, and several Australian ones.
But, for me, nothing beats this one for the way the story and the pictures and the road are woven together, with no distracting ego, so that I almost feel like it's me doing this, going on a journey, exploring, and always in the moment.
Some great country there, and some really remote areas too (hope you've got an emergency plan). Saw another video recently on blue rag, so interesting to see you come from the other direction. My father used to get great photos of dead snow gums which yours (although much bigger) reminds me of. Looking forward to future episodes as you get closer to my stomping ground… Cheers,
cheers Joe
Fantastic Joe, enjoy Barry Way….Cant wait to see it
The old EGGS truck would have made a great Black&White , as well as that bare white tree, still pretty cool in color though.
I was thinking how you might show the incline without shooting a side view. Dash inclinometer? The bubble globe for cars would shake apart. What about a CyclClimb for push bikes – small and low tech.
Great vid, thanks Joe.
Such beautiful views!
Excellent!
Beautiful Joe but slow down, will ya!
Wouldn't mind betting you will be interested a bit more in the new 450 Joe …… with your type of adventures it would probably be a great asset …… great video again and awesome photos at the end ……. cheers …
Another wonderful series. What a Beautiful country. Thank you for the ride.
Beautiful country
Good Job, Mate!
Total headblast, looks way better than the English winter!
Beautiful. Also, you’ve become quite the expert at these river crossings hahaha
Joe love your work ..just a quick question ..do you do your own work on the himalayan like setting the tappets ..???
Your dirt road riding skills have certainly improved. You were setting an excellent pace. Great video as always, thanks.
Oh I really want to ride those trails! I was actually thinking about buying a pack mule and riding some of the crownland trails here in Ontario. Again, Joe your videos make me so happy! Just beautiful! Mount up, ride on and take care Joe.
While watching you ride the high country , I was thinking about my next trip away on the Himmy . Then I had to go out and mow the lawn , bugger . Cheers mate.
I feel a lot more relaxed now. Cheers. Do you have to pay for Gpx files? Still trying to learn navigation. I've got the free version. But…. um
I've seen you in last couple of vids nutting your way though it. Maybe a vid idea..
Yeah when you said you wanted to head up blue rag I had my doubts ha ha. But good effort. Please be careful cutting the right hand corners, more then one occasion I’ve found a 4wd coming the other way, and the new raptor owners thing they can go faster now. Great video man thanks for sharing
Another ripping video Joe. I reckon I'll be heading to Dargo to recreate your tracks mate
Hi Joe, really enjoying this series of adventures. Just love these rides through the backcountry roads.
One of my favorite videos of yours, Joe! I love riding those forest roads, I also loved that well placed barb for GS’s
. I always find those drainage humps fun to ride over – often they have a little sand on the uphill side! I have often camped next to rivers and waterfalls, but what I find is, it’s nice for an hour, but then you can’t “turn off” the river noise! Where I camp you have to be mindful of bears wandering into camp and you’d never hear it camping next to a river. Question for you – do you disable the rear ABS when going down those steep hills? I can sometimes get it to turn off, but most of the time I end up with a sore thumb from pushing that button!
Enjoyed much again your videos, take care buddy, anxiously await the next. Rob U.S.
Watching the with coffee in sunday morning
and i see new saddle bag there??
Absolutely stunning,love the high country.
Really nice honest commentary of your trip. Your road names I hope I can find on the map, looks like a plan for a ride
Hey Joe
Beautiful videography, but I have some bad news for you. I think you missed the spectacular part of Blue Rag. You came up North on Basalt Knob. track and then you turned right onto Blue Rag trail (down and up the steep bit where you dropped it). But you should have turned LEFT. That would have taken you up to Blue Rag trig point…. and the ride along that ridge top is "the money shot". Probably one of the most spectacular rides and vistas in the high country (if not Australia (In my humble opinion).
Anyway, love your work.
Brent
Thanks for the content Joe. Youve inspired me to get out there into the high country. I've got some time off work coming up so might take a similar route to what you've shown from Melbourne to go see some family in Canberra.
Looking forward to the next installmemt. All the best.
Mate there are no words to accurately describe how incredible your videos are!
Even the part of me that wishes they were longer or there was more of them knows that they are infact the perfect amount