The government of S.A. Should immediately revoke young Itchy’s need for a visa and appoint her a lifetime ambassador. She has single handedly done more to promote tourism to S.A. than the department of tourism since its inception. Each day we get to experience the stunning diversity of S.A. and friendly peoples who live there. Ride on Itchy, ride on.👏👏👏👏👏
It is with my own thoughts that if Nelson Mandela was still with us, he would gladly grant Itchy Boots. Free rein of South Africa with out any hesitations. He himself believed in the freedom of Man/Woman kind after all.
I have never watched a series on RUclips or TV, that has done more to enhance my views on just how good the peoples of every country really are. It makes you realise that Politicians are solely the cause of wars and hatred in the world. I wish that all schools would show your videos as part of every child`s education. Thank you Noraly from us all.
I couldn't agree more. Multiple trips to China have taught me what wonderful people they are. Can't stand their government, but I've never met finer people.
Noraly, your efforts in this one do not go unnoticed! The effort to fly the drone when opening yet another gate, to finding the comical gate music, filming the landscape scenery, the editing transitions….all amazing.
@@totoarriba I was just asking this yesterday, how long she takes to finish the video, AFTER riding all day. So, 4 hours, do you have this info from herself?
Lets be honest This young lady does all on her own what a whole film crew working for BBC or Discovery Channel does, only with a mesmerizing smile. I'm not sure its legal to be that good ;-)
Who would have though a young lady by yourself could make such an international impact on so many lives. You do alone what teams of riders do. 💪💪 thanks for taking us to places most of us will never be able to go and doing it in the most awesome ways. You’re #1 ‼️
I, like many others of your fans, are looking forward to your book(s) of your adventures when you decide to settle in one place for a while and take a break from traveling. Then, we can all wait for the feature movie. Who will be the star who represents brave and beautiful Noraly?
It was so thoughtful and humane of Noraly to stop her bike when she thought the orynx running in front of her might be thinking she was chasing him. Even though Noraly herself found out she can't really outrun an orynx, it was still so nice and decent of her to be concerned that she might run the poor animal into the ground. By Jesus, I never even thought people THIS nice like Noraly existed...!
Noraly you make it look so easy with your laughter. The dirt road are body breakers. But South Africa is so lovely. I know most of us won't ever be able to visit these places in person but you have made it for us. Thanks and God bless you.
Oh Noraly, how do you do it every time? You whisk me away to a far a way land and lower my stress and heart rate with your beautiful productions. Thank you!
SA has “outback” areas that are possibly better than my country, Australia. Thank you for the work you do to produce these videos and allow us to share your journey :)
I have watched every single video of your total world journey and I must admit that you are the best director, screenwriter & editor (and the rest of countless crew). I hope you're gonna get some award soon.
100% @DonPedro6901 - Noraly has such a good eye (and ear - music). The film making craft is epic - as is the valuable travelogue, the riding, the scenery and above all her lovely attitude. I also so relate to being able to solo in this way - decluttered, at peace and embracing new lifescapes (can’t think of the right word) every day. Wonderful.
She has been my escape and solace from the 1+ year old Covid lockdown. Also serving as an inspiration to all adventure bikers, men/women, past, present and future. You make it seem so fun and cool. Yet I know it’s not. It’s hard to convey on camera the bone crushing and butt breaking roads you ride for hours. I get exhausted just riding on flat pavement for 2 hours. But we all truly appreciate your journey and efforts to bring us along and your editing has really progressed to becoming EPIC! Thank you for all that you do!
I always wonder how she does it, if anyone else was going around riding into private lands would be in trouble in no time... I guess it's pure charm of Noraly
Your video footage, editing, drone shots and not to forget your sense of humour is AWESOME. Well done to you and thanks so much for taking us all along with you. I jump on your videos the minute they come through 😂
I have to keep reminding myself you are doing this alone because when you talk to the camera it feels like we are there with you. The amount of respect I have for you Noraly is immense and I’m grateful for these breathtaking videos.
I worked in South Africa a few years ago. The people were wonderfully warm and welcoming and the scenery was magnificent. Such a joy to see it again - thanks, Noraly!
Dear Noraly, what a girl? you have just sold me on my own country! Faith in hummanity, and hope in the future. Thank you. all i need now is neat, small, economical and easy riding bike.
Thank you, these videos of my country South Africa have made me decide to go back to touring on my bike. I travelled the whole country between 1975 and 1990. The difference being I slept in a sleeping bag beside the road, ate dried food and nuts and had pliers and screw driver as tools. Now I will have access to garmin, go pro, good accommodation and restaurant meals (and a good camera).
@@ItchyBoots It has not changed much since the mid 80's... I did most of your Cape route then and I must admit the roads have not changed much... In fact a few sections have improved... I never did the west coast and I now am green with envy... Stay safe and have fun... Clive...
@@ItchyBoots Roads the same, people the same, problems with petrol supplies in '70s, bikes much simpler (Yamaha DT250, Suzuki PE250, HondaXL500, Suzuki DR500, HondaFT500 all ancient by today's standards)
@@MarkoVukovic0 I started in '75 with a Yamaha DT250, then followed with Suzuki PE250, Honda XL 500, Suzuki DR500 and Honda FT500. I still have the 1982 FT500 which I restored in 2012. I also have a 1991Suzuki Intruder Cruiser. I am thinking of now buying something like a Yamaha XT660R
I love the amazement on the kind face of the Afrikaans lady when it dawns on her that you have ridden alone through a landscape that makes Marco Polo’s travels look like a walk in the park. I have the same expression on my face while I watch your compulsive adventures. Bravo Blondie!
I have loved your South African sojourn from the start, but these last few episodes traveling up from Capetown have been the most inspiringly spectacular motorcycle Vlogs ever put up on RUclips. The way you capture and present the vista is wonderful and the commentary awesome. I truly hang out for each new episode.
After a lifetime in South Africa I thought I had seen nearly everything. You made me realize I have seen nothing of the country !!! Please sort out your visa and come back soon !!! And thank you !
Totally agree, I spent 9 years there and travelled far and wide in Southern Africa, however Noraly has taken routes I never even contemplated. Its exceptional..
I ,through my work travelled to many of those remote areas & i can only say, we have a remarkable country ,a beauty which we just do not appreciate until we leave its shores like i have!
You should return to Namaqualand in flower season! Its breathtaking to see those vast open hills and "vlaktes" full of different colours from all the flowers.
Having the whole place to yourself for as far as you can see is an amazing feeling. I've only gotten to explore the USA western states outback. The arid S.A. episodes remind me of places i've seen in the arid outback areas of the USA. Yes gates are ok as long as I can get through. Gates are not so bad and makes you stop, look around and listen of where you are to take it all in. At the end of your Africa trek it would be cool to have a couple episodes of your learnings and experiences of logistics, people, equipment, motorcycle, terrain, etc. so other overlanding travelers to S.A learn from your experiences. What you would do different and or same in repeat adventure.
Opening and closing gates, while opening the minds and sense of wonder of so many of us! No special code needed. :) That was a hilariously rendered segment on the endless gates. The drone shots of the ribbon of road through that vast wilderness area - what a sense of the sheer scale! I'm sure the oryx was not expecting you, either - lol!
I was thinking the same thing. On our last visit we had camped at Kamskroom hotel and on the costal Namaqwa land camp sites. I wish she had shared one of the coastal Namakwa camp sites. Wonder if she will go to Richtersveld National Park.
This was epic. We're all jealous! This tour of SA is so revealing,,,stay away from the big towns and you'll experience the SA of dramatic landscapes and wildlife and warm, generous people.
The people who are thumps down here on this video are the hopeless people... Stay strong and continue your beautiful journey ..I am proud of you.. with love from shillong Meghalaya India 👍
Has any South African viewers out there actually told The Ministry of Tourism about Noraly? If so I’m wondering what their response was. Another great episode Noraly, sometimes you seem to be the only person out there! Thank you & stay safe X
Such an amazing series on South Africa. Only due to covid border restrictions could this have happened. Surely all expat South Africans must be so homesick now!
@@dalebrown6278 I strongly agree. I binge-watched everything. It's an absolute virtual travel experience. And you get to see how the channel has evolved.
FANTASTIC RIDE!!! W😍W! BRAVO! BRAVO! ~After a long day at work, too much stress for too long a time - what better way to unwind via going on an Itchy Boots' experience?! Got the dogs their supper, grabbed mine and plopped down to see where our beloved Noraly takes us today.... ~~SOOOOOO much space and just you and Savannah, and... Dronie! 😂 Oh! And the magnificent Oryx friends too! What an added bonus and treat for you that was! Not so sure Mr/Ms Oryx would agree, but hey, you added a little spice to their day too! 🤣😉 ~~~Enjoyed every single moment - thank you and heck yes, I will say it again: BRAVO!!! Ride on Gf, in safety and good health - all ways and always. Much love and awe from The Great Smoky Mtns, Western NC, USA. See you again soon! I simply must go share this in Twitterland! 👋🤠👍🏍💛
I love your ability to live in the moment and enjoy the experience for what it is, without demand or entitlement. Your knowledge and research make it so worthwhile and humbling to visit with you my country of birth. I pray you all the best and forever a fan.
@@deerhunter7482 Thank you!:) I lived in Dahlonega, GA from 2002-2014 until I had a relapse of the Strokes that I had in 2001. I'm hoping to leave Trinka Davis in October. Either North GA, or go back to Northern MN. I'm 55, so I'll spend the last 3rd of my life hunting and fishing. Semper Fidelis
Noraly, where you’re headed is very isolated and very few people live up there. There’s almost no infrastructure and if you have a mechanical breakdown, or an accident, you’re really could be up the creek without a paddle. There’s little anyone could do to help you. Please check your bike carefully, tell someone where you are and where you’re headed, and if you don’t have a SPOT or a Satphone, please get one ASAP.
I’m wishing time away just to watch the next episode! I dream of the days I can ride a big bike on some incredible adventure! Got my theory test in 3 days! Another step closer to making a dream come true! ✌🏻🏍
Good luck on your tests. Be careful of wanting to choose a "big bike" for your adventure touring. One reason Noraly is so successful is that she chose to ride a "small" bike. Big adventure bikes are very heavy, sit very high, drink a lot of fuel, and are very difficult to handle in off-road conditions like sand and mud. Noraly has breezed through a lot of situations, which I'm sure she would have found much more difficult or impossible on a "big bike".
@@danmoyer4650 thanks so much! This is great advice! Yes I will definitely take that onboard. I’m 5”3 (160cm) so yes big in my head is just a bit more powerful than my current 125.
@@ladygodiva8814 Great advice above. Also, watch the Motojitsu channel. He has some awesome tips for beginners. "Top 10 skills to master for beginner riders" among many others. Good luck with the test and ride safe.
The latest videos have been some of my favorites. You can really tell that Noraly has enjoyed her experiences in SA with her travels and the the people.
Like I always say, give women an opportunity and watch them rule the world. Noraly is a great example of freedom, determination and opportunity can produce. I’m grateful, I watch with anticipation knowing quality film combined with educational overview. Can’t get any better. 🇨🇦🙏
The drone video/shoots captured on previous journey and through out south african was awesome to view. it amazing and beautiful to watch. Thank you for amazing videos. Ride safe and take care.
Namaqualand with flowers - incredible. The rest of the year an "empty" desert. Thanks for letting us join you on your adventures Günter from Nürnberg/Germany
Watching you ride those dirt tracks in that vast red landscape, make me think that this is how Mars will look like a hundred or so years after we terraform the planet.
Very cool, I spent a fair amount of time working in South Africa, it is a spectacular country ,it is amazing what you are doing. Good on you ,Cheers John.
And now you can really say you've been to all the 'stans' this last one being "Gatestan" 😂 So much varied beauty in S Africa, and yes, so amazing to have it to yourself without hoards of tourists. And we all get to see nature at its best. Thanks and safe riding. PS Nice to see no thumbs down for once, which I don't quite get in the first place. I notice you get about 2-3k new subs each episode, looking forward to seeing you hit 1 million subs. 😍
Imagine, being born and growing up in a place like Soebatsfontein. That's really in the middle of nowhere! And me always thinking the Karoo Wes was vast, wide and remote..
Noraly... A Legend IMHO. No man dares to ride in the wild and you do. That's passion for what you love ... Everything you put on RUclips is just amazing. Each and every one. Especially your happy chuckling smile whatever the situation
i victor saul, being of reasonable sound mind.last time i checked, do hereby nominate you 'itchyboots' for best solo independant film maker explorer and all terrain biker! ever, drone going into warp drive is fantastic.
I have been with you for all of your rides and all countries are beautiful. But South Africa has blown me away and you have truly done it justice. I just admire your sense of adventure in backroad traveling. My favorite series.
I remember as a child it would be in the news headlines when Namaqualand is in flower season. Nowadays there's nothing like that. Thank you for showing us our beautiful forgotten country.
My favorite episode so far, I know why. It's the vastness of that place you were riding. Just like in Argentina, Chile and Bolivia. Somehow vast open areas fascinates people.Keep on riding and be safe.
Noraly, your presentations are so geologically informative and enjoyable. I envy your geographical awareness. I love this planet we live on. I think it is the ultimate spaceship of the universe. Mankind is damaging the earth to the point of it becoming uninhabitable for human existence. We need global leadership with your vision to save us from self-destruction. I have faith that we as a species can meet the challenges of our future. I hope you understand when I say I feel that you are the embodiment of the soul of Mother Earth. Keep up the goodness of your journey on this planet.
What a place South Africa is! Absolutely beautiful vistas, in fact it rivals and sometimes beats the "Stans" and thyat is not what I expected. Love the drone shots, makes the epic stupendous. All Best 👍😊
Noraly you have shown us so much of South Africa that we didn’t even know existed, and sharing your knowledge of the places is really awesome. Your collaboration of putting your videos together with music drone footage and editing camera footage , and interesting info of each area, is that of a professional. Look forward to the next “diary entry”. Take care stay safe always
Omdat ik me door alle seizoenen heen binch kan ik niet overal en elke keer op reageren. maar wat een inspirerende tochten maak jij! keep on rolling Noraly
The road was so bad, but you took it all in your stride, enjoying the loneliness and the beauty of the landscape. All of the best on your travels and much love and admiration! 🙏❤️🌄🌍🎀
What an amazing video from an amazing lady. How can something that looks so desolate hold so much Beauty? The way you put your video's together, the music matching the scenery is so wonderful to share. And to feel your happiness as you explore this amazing country. What a wonderful world you have brought Noraly.
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The government of S.A. Should immediately revoke young Itchy’s need for a visa and appoint her a lifetime ambassador. She has single handedly done more to promote tourism to S.A. than the department of tourism since its inception. Each day we get to experience the stunning diversity of S.A. and friendly peoples who live there.
Ride on Itchy, ride on.👏👏👏👏👏
agree
Certainly changed my opinion of SA
I go for it!
It is with my own thoughts that if Nelson Mandela was still with us, he would gladly grant Itchy Boots. Free rein of South Africa with out any hesitations.
He himself believed in the freedom of Man/Woman kind after all.
I agree
I have never watched a series on RUclips or TV, that has done more to enhance my views on just how good the peoples of every country really are. It makes you realise that Politicians are solely the cause of wars and hatred in the world. I wish that all schools would show your videos as part of every child`s education. Thank you Noraly from us all.
Never a truer word spoken Dave! All peoples need to understand this simple fact.
So well said Dave Ricketts
@@alicemcdougall2541 Thank you Alice. Nice to know that I am not alone in my beliefs.
@Rom vin Good idea, well said.👍
I couldn't agree more. Multiple trips to China have taught me what wonderful people they are. Can't stand their government, but I've never met finer people.
Noraly, your efforts in this one do not go unnoticed! The effort to fly the drone when opening yet another gate, to finding the comical gate music, filming the landscape scenery, the editing transitions….all amazing.
I wanted to write the same. Musst be 30% riding, 30% filming, 20% editing and 20% eat and sleep - every day. Its realy amazing.
@@rob_rides_his_monster1289 Totally. As a RUclipsr have a lot of respect for effort. I get tired if I have to attach a microphone for vlogging lol.
Remarkable work throughout and its getting better - the gate sequence is inspired, the humour, the music and slick editing!
@@totoarriba I was just asking this yesterday, how long she takes to finish the video, AFTER riding all day. So, 4 hours, do you have this info from herself?
❤❤❤❤❤
"Are you alone?" No; Noraly has thousands of enthralled citizens around the world travelling with her! Love from the UK.
And hope you'd like to come back and see all of our British Isles.
Since I subscribed to Itchy Boots her following has grown from 1.64M to 1.67M. That’s in a 5 week period!
Há alguns meses passei a ser um desses mais de 1 milhões de soldados ITCHY BOOTS!
Lets be honest This young lady does all on her own what a whole film crew working for BBC or Discovery Channel does, only with a mesmerizing smile. I'm not sure its legal to be that good ;-)
I’ve thought that many times. She’s just brilliant in what she does and how she does it. The joy!
"not legal...." Great comment.
"Strong woman", describes you quite accurately.
Well done, Bootsy!❤
Who would have though a young lady by yourself could make such an international impact on so many lives. You do alone what teams of riders do. 💪💪 thanks for taking us to places most of us will never be able to go and doing it in the most awesome ways. You’re #1 ‼️
Totally agree with every single word of your comment
I, like many others of your fans, are looking forward to your book(s) of your adventures when you decide to settle in one place for a while and take a break from traveling. Then, we can all wait for the feature movie. Who will be the star who represents brave and beautiful Noraly?
She is 35/36 year old lady. Not young lady. She is women,without family
@@nikeu6077 Good point, although I’m sure you’ll agree Tom only meant it in the nicest possible way.
It was so thoughtful and humane of Noraly to stop her bike when she thought the orynx running in front of her might be thinking she was chasing him. Even though Noraly herself found out she can't really outrun an orynx, it was still so nice and decent of her to be concerned that she might run the poor animal into the ground. By Jesus, I never even thought people THIS nice like Noraly existed...!
Love the gate montage. Great backing music and visuals.
7:40 even with drone footage, lmao, so awesome.
You took my thunder. My smile was a big one.
Thank god I discovered itchy boots on YT. Life is not the same ever since. 😊🙏👍❤️
Noraly you make it look so easy with your laughter. The dirt road are body breakers. But South Africa is so lovely. I know most of us won't ever be able to visit these places in person but you have made it for us. Thanks and God bless you.
Yes I agree too it's amazing Noraly take care, be safe.
I agree , your videos are amazing. Thank you for sharing your videos!
Oh so loving this one, no people, no problems, perfect peacefulness .
Oh Noraly, how do you do it every time? You whisk me away to a far a way land and lower my stress and heart rate with your beautiful productions. Thank you!
I even get a bit emotional sometimes...
SA has “outback” areas that are possibly better than my country, Australia. Thank you for the work you do to produce these videos and allow us to share your journey :)
I have watched every single video of your total world journey and I must admit that you are the best director, screenwriter & editor (and the rest of countless crew). I hope you're gonna get some award soon.
100% @DonPedro6901 - Noraly has such a good eye (and ear - music). The film making craft is epic - as is the valuable travelogue, the riding, the scenery and above all her lovely attitude. I also so relate to being able to solo in this way - decluttered, at peace and embracing new lifescapes (can’t think of the right word) every day. Wonderful.
She has been my escape and solace from the 1+ year old Covid lockdown. Also serving as an inspiration to all adventure bikers, men/women, past, present and future. You make it seem so fun and cool. Yet I know it’s not. It’s hard to convey on camera the bone crushing and butt breaking roads you ride for hours. I get exhausted just riding on flat pavement for 2 hours. But we all truly appreciate your journey and efforts to bring us along and your editing has really progressed to becoming EPIC! Thank you for all that you do!
The Amazing Gate Tour of South Africa! HaHa! Love It. More Happy Trails!!
I always wonder how she does it, if anyone else was going around riding into private lands would be in trouble in no time... I guess it's pure charm of Noraly
I was going to post just about the same thing. 2021 South Africa Gate Tour. Featuring Noraly and Savannah.
Oryx: Aaccck! A motorcycle! I need to install more gates!
Hello to the world from the U.S.🇺🇸
You are hilarious!!!
Your video footage, editing, drone shots and not to forget your sense of humour is AWESOME. Well done to you and thanks so much for taking us all along with you. I jump on your videos the minute they come through 😂
Me too!
Wonderful.
And me!
I can't believe how beautiful South Africa is. Thanks for bringing us along.
You have to come and visit our country Fred🙂
I have to keep reminding myself you are doing this alone because when you talk to the camera it feels like we are there with you. The amount of respect I have for you Noraly is immense and I’m grateful for these breathtaking videos.
I worked in South Africa a few years ago. The people were wonderfully warm and welcoming and the scenery was magnificent. Such a joy to see it again - thanks, Noraly!
Loving this South African series ❤🙏
Dear Noraly, what a girl? you have just sold me on my own country! Faith in hummanity, and hope in the future. Thank you. all i need now is neat, small, economical and easy riding bike.
Thank you, these videos of my country South Africa have made me decide to go back to touring on my bike. I travelled the whole country between 1975 and 1990. The difference being I slept in a sleeping bag beside the road, ate dried food and nuts and had pliers and screw driver as tools. Now I will have access to garmin, go pro, good accommodation and restaurant meals (and a good camera).
Must be such a difference riding South Africa now compared to the ‘80s !! Enjoy!!
@@ItchyBoots It has not changed much since the mid 80's... I did most of your Cape route then and I must admit the roads have not changed much... In fact a few sections have improved... I never did the west coast and I now am green with envy... Stay safe and have fun... Clive...
@@ItchyBoots Roads the same, people the same, problems with petrol supplies in '70s, bikes much simpler (Yamaha DT250, Suzuki PE250, HondaXL500, Suzuki DR500, HondaFT500 all ancient by today's standards)
Hey Gavin. What bikes were you touring on back in the day, and what are you riding now?
@@MarkoVukovic0 I started in '75 with a Yamaha DT250, then followed with Suzuki PE250, Honda XL 500, Suzuki DR500 and Honda FT500. I still have the 1982 FT500 which I restored in 2012. I also have a 1991Suzuki Intruder Cruiser. I am thinking of now buying something like a Yamaha XT660R
I love the amazement on the kind face of the Afrikaans lady when it dawns on her that you have ridden alone through a landscape that makes Marco Polo’s travels look like a walk in the park. I have the same expression on my face while I watch your compulsive adventures. Bravo Blondie!
Open the gate close the gate, open the gate close the gate....there's a new Karate girl in town!!
Amazing as usual!
I have loved your South African sojourn from the start, but these last few episodes traveling up from Capetown have been the most inspiringly spectacular motorcycle Vlogs ever put up on RUclips. The way you capture and present the vista is wonderful and the commentary awesome. I truly hang out for each new episode.
After a lifetime in South Africa I thought I had seen nearly everything. You made me realize I have seen nothing of the country !!! Please sort out your visa and come back soon !!! And thank you !
Totally agree, I spent 9 years there and travelled far and wide in Southern Africa, however Noraly has taken routes I never even contemplated. Its exceptional..
I think she had seen more of our respective countries (atleast the ones she had visited) then we do.
I ,through my work travelled to many of those remote areas & i can only say, we have a remarkable country ,a beauty which we just do not appreciate until we leave its shores like i have!
I was born in South Africa. Left when I was 26. Noraly has seen more of SA than me lol. Beautiful country, wish I could do what she is doing.
@@NormanF62 pretty bold statement you make , I guess you know America then, guess not , typical keyboard expert you are!!!!
You should return to Namaqualand in flower season! Its breathtaking to see those vast open hills and "vlaktes" full of different colours from all the flowers.
This trip has been amazing to watch
Having the whole place to yourself for as far as you can see is an amazing feeling. I've only gotten to explore the USA western states outback. The arid S.A. episodes remind me of places i've seen in the arid outback areas of the USA. Yes gates are ok as long as I can get through. Gates are not so bad and makes you stop, look around and listen of where you are to take it all in. At the end of your Africa trek it would be cool to have a couple episodes of your learnings and experiences of logistics, people, equipment, motorcycle, terrain, etc. so other overlanding travelers to S.A learn from your experiences. What you would do different and or same in repeat adventure.
This trip was just simply beautiful, Noraly your music complimented the beauty of the Namaqualand landscape, I wish it could have lasted longer!
Opening and closing gates, while opening the minds and sense of wonder of so many of us! No special code needed. :) That was a hilariously rendered segment on the endless gates.
The drone shots of the ribbon of road through that vast wilderness area - what a sense of the sheer scale!
I'm sure the oryx was not expecting you, either - lol!
Visit Namaqualand in August/ September when it turns into an ocean of wildflowers.
I was thinking the same thing. On our last visit we had camped at Kamskroom hotel and on the costal Namaqwa land camp sites. I wish she had shared one of the coastal Namakwa camp sites. Wonder if she will go to Richtersveld National Park.
Yes I saw amazing pictures of the wildflowers here!
@@ItchyBoots on your way back from Nam
Hey Girl.. Thankyou for these videos. We , South Africans living abroad, really enjoy seeing our beautiful country with you. Thankyou.
This was epic. We're all jealous! This tour of SA is so revealing,,,stay away from the big towns and you'll experience the SA of dramatic landscapes and wildlife and warm, generous people.
It is so true and I totally agree as a local.
What a pity that you did not see Namaqualand in early spring in the wild flower season. The landscape becomes transformed into a wonderland of colour.
It’s so nice to see a welcoming face when stopping for the night. 👍😎 Enjoy !
The people who are thumps down here on this video are the hopeless people... Stay strong and continue your beautiful journey ..I am proud of you.. with love from shillong Meghalaya India 👍
I hope someone from South African Ministry of tourism has been watching this episodes. This is a huge publicity by a wonderful woman. Awesome.
Has any South African viewers out there actually told The Ministry of Tourism about Noraly? If so I’m wondering what their response was. Another great episode Noraly, sometimes you seem to be the only person out there! Thank you & stay safe X
Every episode I am more astounded at the amazing scenery of South Africa.
I never really understood in the beginning of your motorcycle travels, why it was that you rode alone. I understand why you do it now, completely!
You have sold SA to me this video has got to be one of the best thanks Noraly 👍🏍
At last someone who loves and knows the feeling of wide open spaces....... I tell you .... at times I could smell the different areas. Rest well
Absolutely
Such an amazing series on South Africa. Only due to covid border restrictions could this have happened. Surely all expat South Africans must be so homesick now!
Loved the video...especially the cute Journey Through Gates segment of it. Such a vast landscape to explore! So happy to be riding along🏍🇺🇸
You should come back in August when there are wild flowers as far as the eye can see! Incredibly beautiful.
The best motorcycle adventure vlog hands down period!
The only endless road that I know is the road of our dreams. And you are doing that road with us.
Hi
The *GATE* Opening skills are next level!
Wow, just found your channel and I'm speechless what a great tour you're on! And all by yourself! Stay safe and good ride!
Do yourself a favor and start with Season 1, Episode 1 and watch all the way thru. She is amazingly talented on so many levels. Enjoy!👍🏍😎
@@dalebrown6278 I strongly agree. I binge-watched everything. It's an absolute virtual travel experience. And you get to see how the channel has evolved.
FANTASTIC RIDE!!! W😍W! BRAVO! BRAVO!
~After a long day at work, too much stress for too long a time - what better way to unwind via going on an Itchy Boots' experience?! Got the dogs their supper, grabbed mine and plopped down to see where our beloved Noraly takes us today....
~~SOOOOOO much space and just you and Savannah, and... Dronie! 😂 Oh! And the magnificent Oryx friends too! What an added bonus and treat for you that was! Not so sure Mr/Ms Oryx would agree, but hey, you added a little spice to their day too! 🤣😉
~~~Enjoyed every single moment - thank you and heck yes, I will say it again: BRAVO!!! Ride on Gf, in safety and good health - all ways and always. Much love and awe from The Great Smoky Mtns, Western NC, USA. See you again soon! I simply must go share this in Twitterland! 👋🤠👍🏍💛
Savannah done well today as always,so if you look after your bike she will look after you,takecare and be safe.
I was gonna suggest to Noraly if chain & sprockets could need replacing sometime on Savannah.
The music during the repeated gate passing was hilarious! 😄
Wow, nearly 3 months already. That has gone so quickly. Enjoying "coming along" on your journey Noraly. Looking forward to Namibia.
SAME here, bring on Namibia
Me too! Looking forward to Nam!
In a world full of cowards living in fear you are a shining light of courage and joy.
Your editing is amazing young lady👏👏👏👏x
it was released 1 min ago...you haven't watched it yet
@@kenross812 After 300 episodes of Itchy Boots, that statement goes as a general one and I fully subscribe to what @Rob Quince said. ^^)
@@zweispurmopped I agree
I love your ability to live in the moment and enjoy the experience for what it is, without demand or entitlement. Your knowledge and research make it so worthwhile and humbling to visit with you my country of birth. I pray you all the best and forever a fan.
Caltex ! That was a long time ago since I saw that brand 😊
The gate-music .... great choice
I absolutely enjoyed that still drone footage of Noraly opening and closing the gate. Like being a 'fly on the wall'.😁
Hello, Noraly!:) Just checking in! I too, just love this South Africa series... I'm at Trinka Davis Veteran's Village, Carrollton, GA. Semper Fidelis
Roos is not an uncommon surname in South Africa amongst Afrikaans speaking people. Roos=Rose in English.
@@rztrzt I was born on Minnesota in 1965! I had not thought of 'Roos' as S.A. name:)
@@johnroos5807 the name came from the dutch/Germans so you probably have ancestry from there
Shout out to west ga. !
@@deerhunter7482 Thank you!:) I lived in Dahlonega, GA from 2002-2014 until I had a relapse of the Strokes that I had in 2001. I'm hoping to leave Trinka Davis in October. Either North GA, or go back to Northern MN. I'm 55, so I'll spend the last 3rd of my life hunting and fishing. Semper Fidelis
Noraly, where you’re headed is very isolated and very few people live up there. There’s almost no infrastructure and if you have a mechanical breakdown, or an accident, you’re really could be up the creek without a paddle. There’s little anyone could do to help you. Please check your bike carefully, tell someone where you are and where you’re headed, and if you don’t have a SPOT or a Satphone, please get one ASAP.
I’m wishing time away just to watch the next episode! I dream of the days I can ride a big bike on some incredible adventure! Got my theory test in 3 days! Another step closer to making a dream come true! ✌🏻🏍
Good luck and let us know what bike you choose.
Good luck with your test!! I’ll keep my fingers crossed for you! 😋🤞
Good luck on your tests. Be careful of wanting to choose a "big bike" for your adventure touring. One reason Noraly is so successful is that she chose to ride a "small" bike. Big adventure bikes are very heavy, sit very high, drink a lot of fuel, and are very difficult to handle in off-road conditions like sand and mud. Noraly has breezed through a lot of situations, which I'm sure she would have found much more difficult or impossible on a "big bike".
@@danmoyer4650 thanks so much! This is great advice! Yes I will definitely take that onboard. I’m 5”3 (160cm) so yes big in my head is just a bit more powerful than my current 125.
@@ladygodiva8814 Great advice above. Also, watch the Motojitsu channel. He has some awesome tips for beginners. "Top 10 skills to master for beginner riders" among many others. Good luck with the test and ride safe.
The latest videos have been some of my favorites. You can really tell that Noraly has enjoyed her experiences in SA with her travels and the the people.
Wow!! It was a long ride, but such a nice welcome from the lady at the end there!!
Like I always say, give women an opportunity and watch them rule the world. Noraly is a great example of freedom, determination and opportunity can produce. I’m grateful, I watch with anticipation knowing quality film combined with educational overview. Can’t get any better. 🇨🇦🙏
The drone video/shoots captured on previous journey and through out south african was awesome to view.
it amazing and beautiful to watch. Thank you for amazing videos. Ride safe and take care.
Namaqualand with flowers - incredible. The rest of the year an "empty" desert.
Thanks for letting us join you on your adventures
Günter from Nürnberg/Germany
Watching you ride those dirt tracks in that vast red landscape, make me think that this is how Mars will look like a hundred or so years after we terraform the planet.
It really struck me how diverse is the country's fauna and flora. Thank you for another excellent video!
The flight over the gate opening was original Noraly. It was relaxing for me and concentration needed for you. What a journey!
l loved that too. Her drone must have a hover mode because the camera was very still while she attended to the gate. Brilliant shot.
What a sweet lady at the inn. Wow, what a trip. The variety of the landscape is just wonderful!
When time and space and change converge, we find a place.
Very cool, I spent a fair amount of time working in South Africa, it is a spectacular country ,it is amazing what you are doing. Good on you ,Cheers John.
And now you can really say you've been to all the 'stans' this last one being "Gatestan" 😂 So much varied beauty in S Africa, and yes, so amazing to have it to yourself without hoards of tourists. And we all get to see nature at its best. Thanks and safe riding.
PS Nice to see no thumbs down for once, which I don't quite get in the first place. I notice you get about 2-3k new subs each episode, looking forward to seeing you hit 1 million subs. 😍
3/4 of a million by next video, hopefully ;)
1 million subs happened nine months later in March 2022. Well deserved!!
I discovered this incredible series two weeks ago in Aug 2023, and became an addict instantly.
Imagine, being born and growing up in a place like Soebatsfontein.
That's really in the middle of nowhere!
And me always thinking the Karoo Wes was vast, wide and remote..
That's the look of a happy, but tired woman....! Your drone skills are really getting good. All the gate openings was so funny.
Ride safe always Noraly God bless you!
Noraly... A Legend IMHO.
No man dares to ride in the wild and you do. That's passion for what you love ... Everything you put on RUclips is just amazing. Each and every one. Especially your happy chuckling smile whatever the situation
i victor saul, being of reasonable sound mind.last time i checked, do hereby nominate you
'itchyboots'
for best solo independant film maker explorer and all terrain biker! ever, drone going into warp drive is fantastic.
I have been with you for all of your rides and all countries are beautiful. But South Africa has blown me away and you have truly done it justice. I just admire your sense of adventure in backroad traveling. My favorite series.
I remember as a child it would be in the news headlines when Namaqualand is in flower season. Nowadays there's nothing like that. Thank you for showing us our beautiful forgotten country.
@PollieBear When is flower season? I'm thinking it would absolutely spectacular!
@@morecowbell20 Second week of August and it lasts for a month.
All the gates lol 😆 😂 🤣 buahhhhaaahhaa!.. thanks for another great adventure 😀 😊 ✨️ always look forward to watching 👀 😀
My favorite episode so far, I know why. It's the vastness of that place you were riding. Just like in Argentina, Chile and Bolivia. Somehow vast open areas fascinates people.Keep on riding and be safe.
Noraly is getting braver with the drone.....and it shows in the great shots.
Its so refreshing to hear you saying "Good morning Internet" keep it up Noraly..
With the exception of no cactus, it's amazing how much this looks like the Arizona desert, Black Canyon Table Mesa and beyond.
I am jealous so I wouldn't mind opening and closing a lot of gates on South African dirt roads ;-). Thanks again!
Noraly, your presentations are so geologically informative and enjoyable. I envy your geographical awareness. I love this planet we live on. I think it is the ultimate spaceship of the universe. Mankind is damaging the earth to the point of it becoming uninhabitable for human existence. We need global leadership with your vision to save us from self-destruction. I have faith that we as a species can meet the challenges of our future. I hope you understand when I say I feel that you are the embodiment of the soul of Mother Earth. Keep up the goodness of your journey on this planet.
hi Noraly .. I have almost visited south africa with you.. love from hyderabad, India.
South Africa continues to amaze.
What a place South Africa is! Absolutely beautiful vistas, in fact it rivals and sometimes beats the "Stans" and thyat is not what I expected. Love the drone shots, makes the epic stupendous. All Best 👍😊
Nice ride Noraly beautiful natural scenes lovely people's good video 👍👍👍👍👍👍👌👌👌👌👌👌🙂🙏
Noraly you have shown us so much of South Africa that we didn’t even know existed, and sharing your knowledge of the places is really awesome. Your collaboration of putting your videos together with music drone footage and editing camera footage , and interesting info of each area, is that of a professional. Look forward to the next “diary entry”.
Take care stay safe always
Omdat ik me door alle seizoenen heen binch kan ik niet overal en elke keer op reageren. maar wat een inspirerende tochten maak jij! keep on rolling Noraly
All love and appreciation ،🇮🇶
The road was so bad, but you took it all in your stride, enjoying the loneliness and the beauty of the landscape. All of the best on your travels and much love and admiration! 🙏❤️🌄🌍🎀
What an amazing video from an amazing lady. How can something that looks so desolate hold so much Beauty? The way you put your video's together, the music matching the scenery is so wonderful to share. And to feel your happiness as you explore this amazing country. What a wonderful world you have brought Noraly.