I think that we should also give a big thumbs up to Noraly's friend Mandy who is providing the necessary back up with the van carrying the gear as without it then it would not have been possible to take part.Thank you Mandy.
Ja, baie waar. Ek bly in die Noord Kaap, is betrokke met motorsport, maar weet nie eers van die rally nie. Ek ken Rietfontein en hakskeenpan, het tot daar gery vir werk.
@@ettiennemarcus5563 Ja ek is in Mafeking gebore. Ken daardie wereld ook redelik goed. Het in die Kalaharie gaan jag. Van Zyls Rust, Askam en daardie plekke. Maar was nog nooit op Hakskeenpan nie. Net gelees van die spoed rekord probeerslae daar. Ongelukkig van 1979 af 'n stadsjapie in Pretoria. Lekker dag. Lief vir daardie wereld.
I have to say, what Noraly is doing, in the Kalahari Desert, with her mighty little 250, is just astonishing. I imagine I'm not the only one feeling a rush of joy over watching this 'dynamic duo' conquer the Kalahari.
That's for sure! Savanna has the same kind of generosity as Noraly, and together, they make a great team! I lost the track several times just watching, and although it was labeled as less demanding as other days, I would certainly find it demanding trying to stay on the bike and find the track at the top of the dune. What a mess! Great riding by Noraly and the guys.
I loved it when they were trying to open the locked gate with the little multi tool, and Noraly offers a wrench. EPIC! They'd still be out there. You're a legend!!
You're having a blast, everybody around you are having a blast, even us "spectators" around the globe are having a blast😁 Your enthusiasm shines like the star you are.
Noraly with that riding you're becoming a legend in your own lifetime! If Honda or another bike manufacturer don't sponsor you with bikes to ride they are crazy! An inspiration to women and men!
Hello Noraly, I have followed You on all 5 seasons, all episodes, with an exeption of a few episodes in the beginning of season 1. However, according to my personal opinion, the Kalahari Rally adventure, is probably the most amusing/entertaining of all season/episodes, so far 👍👍! Ride on, Noraly 😁😁 !!!! Regs form Sweden/Kent
Not only do the other riders support and assist each other, but Mandy does so much to help Noraly. GO MANDY!!!!! I have followed you thru Asia, season 1, South America, Scandinavia, Europe... all amazing. I am almost 72 and I found myself getting wound up and tense just watching you. Almost needing a massage and nap to wind down. But nothing, and I mean NOTHING can prepare you for watching what you and your fellow riders go thru in the Kalahari. ABSOLUTELY SPECTACULAR, to quote my favorite bike rider. 😆😍
With each episode and stage, Noraly demonstrates that it is not raw engine power that has brought her this far, but her skill, stamina and kindness to the people she meets - along her journey as well as in a race! Godspeed, Noraly!
*Honda:* we make this little, affordable dual sport for complete beginners to go around town and hit the bush sometime, nothing too crazy ya know. Just to get people to start loving the dirt *Honda after discovering this channel:* what the fu
Kawasaki has a different approach. I've seen videos of the KLX300 Dual Sport running a MotoX track. That's what made me decide on the KLX300SM for the level of exploring I do.
@@martinf2740 Yes I said that a week or two ago-she's been a great ambassador for Honda. (Now he gets to see how hard I have to ride my little Savanah) Yeah.
Noraly is one of the reasons I bought a 2021 300L! 2000 miles so far including a solo 1000+ trip this week in Western NC. These little bikes are brilliant.
I'm repeating myself every week now - I can't believe how good you've become, I can't wait to see you tackle obstacles that held you up before -- and, you'll never leave Africa. It owns you now. We want you here.
Yeah mate...me too...and does it while also being the...what's the word...best...loveliest...calmest...most adventurous...the list kind of goes on...and now, after a couple of years riding everywhere, on every road imaginable, she all of a sudden decides she can do it at top speed...like REALLY quick. Bloody good on her. Badass.
I was standing up on the pegs and dodging trees and ‘woo hhoo-ing’ right along with Noraly and Savanna in this vlog, what a ride, even the sand bogging.
The bushes sure did get a beating today. I’m sitting thinking that even if I did get the chance to participate I just wouldn’t get a chance to do what you have achieved. Riding through Africa solo and then join the Kalahari Rally. You’re one tough Dutch cookie. 💪
Dear Noraly. When Savannah went on sale in Johannesburg, it must have been thinking “Ohh my new owner is a pretty young woman. This is going to be a holiday ”- Never has anyone been more wrong.☺️ It was hard, just looking at the 3rd stage, so it must have been hard to drive. Thank you for the trip, and the best regards from Denmark🇩🇰
Itchy Boots is a big upgrade for all in the Kalahari rally. Never i did saw better broadcast during any rally. Hopefully she will do that for the Paris Dakar too.
This is beautiful to watch, to see how this woman shows true grit, determination, burning ambition and lots of courage, and then to hear her delightful giggle and chuckle when it get tough(er). Jy maak 'n mens baie trots, even if we aren't related, or even aquainted! Doe zo voort !
Am I really sitting here in the north of the Netherlands on the edge of my seat behind my screen, ducking from bushes, and yelling GO Noraly :-) Fantastic! Big Fat Thumbs-up again! Groeten 🌷, T.
I'm not inclined toward racing but you, Noraly, have again taken me (and many others) to places I have not gone after 53 years of motorcycling. A "help each other" attitude seems exist among many riders. I like that a lot. I really enjoyed the different ending to this episode, with the music. Thank you for sharing your life and adventures. jt
Is Noraly really racing? Or is she aiming at her personal best while riding in the rough with like minded motorcyclists? She doesn't need to win to be a winner. I'm sure you understand. I too prefer cooperation to competition.
Riding mountain bikes in the South African bushveld tought me that the schrubs with the meanest thorns is allways on your side of the road, even if you change sides.
Another amazing stage in your Rally! So great to ride and have a small group together or close by to help one another. Your pit crew, Mandy, is amazing too. Glad she was able to accompany you with the van! The out-takes at the end were fantastic! Keep on rallying Noraly!
What an incredible experience! I felt that I was right there with you. I never would have seen this if you didn’t share this video. Thank you Noraly!!! I really enjoyed it!
Sitting in my easy chair watching this. I'm exhausted moving around in the chair mimicking the required moves on the bike. Thankfully, I didn't fall out my chair. Think I'll get a beer, I'll be alright.
Nice to see how the bikeriders stick together. They grow more towards eachother it seems. And as in real life , sometimes we fall. Good you did not let that out!
You and Savanna are absolutely AWESOME! Tough conditions today. I was tired just watching you push on through the sandy tracks. Incredible. Not surprised that the air filter was full. Hope you are saving a bit of that Kalahari sand as a souvenir. Positive throughts for the next few Stages!!
I am sure you've leaving left quite an impression on those manly men & their so called "man's world" Noraly. I doubt very few if any of them would even attempt to travel around the world solo, without sponsers, riding buddies or crew. You are truely a cut above the rest in my mind.. My previous globe trekking YT moto trekker was Ed March and his lady friend from "CH 90 Adventures" whom for years trekked around the world on their Honda trail ch 90 motorbikes, at times in some very unseasonal & adverse conditions. You raised the bar a few notches for me with your great videography, positive attitude, easy going adventurous spirit and above all your people friendly disposition and respect shown towards the local folks you meet., something that surely inspires me as well as all your viewers. as a former Iron Butt who preferred and rode moto bikes as my main transportation all my life, having clocked 1.5 million miles in North America alone, you fullfill all my wildest dreams of riding solo around the rest of the world on a small efficient motorcycle. At 70, i am no longer physically adept to that personal challenge. Hope you make it back to Peru and finish your ride to Alaska. Cheers, kudos & thank you so much for sharing your wonderful trek, From a diehard moto friend and fan in Death Valley, California.
Love hearing a word from crazy world adventurers on their Honda 90s. Ed March no doubt has lots of trips in the can and needs to share. Miss his antics.
Absolutely gripping and inspiring from start to finish. You were an indispensable emissary for all of your fellow riders and a world ambassador to all of your viewers! You really are, with each moment of all of your videos, bringing this world together. Your big heart and wonderful laughter are a complete delight to watch and listen to…!
Why I watch Itchy Boots: In circumstances (bogging down uphill, etc.) where I would be screaming a blue street of obscenities, Noraly simply giggles. And big kudos to you for having the right tool at the locked gate. Semper parata.
Amazing, huge respect to you and 'little' Savanha. The winter training in the Netherlands has obviously been of benefit. Savanha, the small bike with the heart of a lion, showing the big boys how it's done.
The bloopers at the end of the video was a nice touch. You are the proof of how you can have adventure on a small bike, it's just not the bike but the combination of the bike alongwith the rider that makes a difference. Everyone who is always going after big adventure bikes without even using them to their full potential is going to see this video and say:- SHE'S USING THE BIKE TO ITS FULL POTENTIAL AND HAVING FUN WHILE IMPROVING HER RIDING SKILLS, MAYBE I CAN ALSO DO THAT.
I cannot believe that a CRF 250 can do a stage like that .... Amazing skill to get her home ! Honda owe you a free bike of your choice as you must have sold them 1000 bikes already :)
Everybody....and I mean everybody wanting to get into dual sport riding needs to watch this series. It proves one thing. Bigger and more expensive isn't always better. Noraly is doing this on a stock CFR250L putting out 25hp. Just like the RE Himalayan I'm guessing the CRF sales will skyrocket in the near future. It's incredible to see this unfold.
as i'm eating my sandwich i watching this episode. so exithing that i'm ducking and leaning left and right to avoid the branches and even turning my plate. Hats off to you Noraly. greetings for Groningen
This is the most entertaining, exciting, thrilling, and awesome rally to watch. And I'm thrilled that you are doing so well and making friends you'll have the rest of your life. Great Stuff!!!!!
The mix of that powerful music and Savana's engine sound just before the dune where you had trouble, is excellent. That is award winning stuff. Good work.
For anyone who's never ridden in deep sand, it's hard to imagine how much physical effort is needed and how power-sapping on the bike. Very impressive riding on a small CC machine. Well done I'm looking forward to the next episode.
Noraly, I am proud of you. If you think that this is disorganized, try the Dakar Rally. If you get into trouble and expect help there, you are wrong. You can go days without seeing another rider or vehicle if you get off track. Fuel points are never where they are supposed to be and good first aid, forget about it. If ever you decide to train for that rally, your first course of attack, should be in taking a desert survival course and mastering that course. after that, feel free to work on your riding skills. Noraly, I am very proud of you because you changed your paradigm, broke out of the comfort zone, though I don't think that you have ever had one and faced a new challenge and mastered that challenge. You continue to amaze and inspire. Live To Ride, Ride To Live!
With all the whoopjng and laughing, we assume you were really having fun! Well, Noraly we had fun with you. You and your tool kit from Savanna, saved the day with the locked gate! I found you on RUclips, and have been following you for over 3 years now. I am so happy to have found you. I do enjoy every video you post and thank you for showing us the world. You are a beautiful Soul. I love your positive attitude and Cheery, Happy Disposition. You are a remarkable woman Noraly! I wish only good things for you, and hope all your dreams come true. I have been riding since age 11. My first bike was a new 1966 Honda Trail 90. I am now 67 years old, and 30 bikes later, ride a 2008 Harley-Davidson 1584 CC Dyna Glide Low Rider that I bought new 14 years ago. I live in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA, and am your biggest fan. I will continue to enjoy your adventures ans Support You and your Channel. God Bless You Noraly! Stay Safe. 😎❤
OMG Noraly, I had to keep unflinching my fists and relaxing my shoulders while I reminded myself I wasn't riding. What a hoot. I had fun too. Thank you.
Honestly at first I underestimated savanna going alongside big bike but with a big hearted rider like you norally. It outperform some. You also encourage me not to be afraid of a challenge
Been waiting for this with baited breath!!! Wow!! Pretty amazing riding on dunes from "I hate sand" Noraly!! I think she can say she really has got the hang of sand now!
i was sitting here -going "full throttle ,girl!!" and they YEEES!!,on that steep hill- i am so impress'd by your performance here - if you hav'nt done riding like this i can just say that Noraly is doing something exeptional on that little 250 -Go Noraly and give Savanna some TLC,both of you have done so,so well here -amazing stuff!
i very well remember your outtakes and fails video from season one, or your worries riding the first time in sand down there on the beach....and now...i mean look at you! What a pro you are!
We have a saying in Setswana, "O moleele jaaka tsela ya Kgalagadi." Meaning, as long as the Kalahari road. Wishing you luck on the 700 kays back to Mahikeng.
I feel so dumb 🙈. Having called the area the Kgalagadi/ Kalahari all my life it never dawned on me that Kalahari is the mistransliteration of the word Kgalagadi "The big thirst" 🤭🤭🤭
I'm telling ya, this is like a kid showing up at the Tour de France for his (her) first race on an old Schwinn and totally kicking ass!!! Legend in the making
Mad respect for you young lady! I read your “Red Mist” blog yesterday and had to chuckle when I read the part about not really competing, you just wanted the experience of doing it. Then once you started you just wanted to go, go go. Anyone that’s watched you videos knows your competitive nature. You compete within yourself when you’re alone. The only difference now is you can see some dust being kicked up in front and you want to pass it. Go kick it and go. Safe travels.
The happenstance of you meeting the Rally Madala was truly a blessing. Sometimes dreams find you and this here is proof, Destination Unknown is truly inspiring.
Wow Wow Wow What a ride. BIG THUMBS UP 😍😍 I think this looked like the hardest thing you've done of all the rides. I just love your joie de vivre as I hear it in your voice and laugh as you tackle all the challenges. Keep it up, you're the best. You make everything possible and nothing stops you. I was getting tense in my seat just watching you and I continue to marvel at how Savanna just keeps going no matter how hard you push. It's like you and she are one. Bravo Noraly great episode. Safe riding
Some nice hedge trimming to find the best line. Tremendous fun in the dunes and the team spirit was great. Noraly and her little bike was a match for the boys with a big bike even having better tools when it came to a breakout. love the outtakes at the end.
I know your arms and legs hurt after this one. Dune riding isn't for amateurs, which you definitely are not. Keep riding and teach those big boys what you and Savannah can do!
We're all rooting for you, NORALY! 20:00 in.. Who has the proper tool to open that gate? 👏👏😁💃💥🏆🏆🏆 Hands down, Itchy Boots is the BEST YT channel. BRAVO!💛🎶💞
Great background music choices throughout the race footage--really makes it feel more suspenseful and exciting--and mixing it with the camera sound gives us the feeling of being there, too. And "this is why we came for the Kalahari": that's the spirit!
Considering you're still "learning" to ride the Kalahari Sand dunes these experienced guys still have a lot of respect for your skills, and rightly so! You rock, Noraly!
Absolutly, those Guy's have experiance and than ther is that Girl on here small motorbike how ask.. Can I have a 'look' when you ride the Kalahari? Ha and that combi of a little bike what only Looks like a adventure bike and that Dutchy Lady they naild it, So super to see, I love it. Yep,..Noraly... it is fantastic to see. 😇
I lay in bed watching this on my laptop while my motorcycle is apart in my shop for custom work and paint. I think Noraly is inspiring me to get it done quicker. Maybe I should get to work after the video? Anyhow another thumbs up. I just love this woman. She really is an inspiration on so many levels.
Short stage but very tough terrain and Noraly conquers again. I’m exhausted just watching you while you continue to keep your sense of humour. It is obvious that this rally energizes you more each day. Thank you for all that you do on your channel . You’re a star. Stay safe and well. Dan. 👍👍🏍🇨🇦
You’re blowing it Honda, Noraly is riding a stock 250 alongside various high displacement, prepped and modified pro bikes! Would make a great testimonial for your motorcycles! Give ‘‘‘em hell Noraly!
I think that we should also give a big thumbs up to Noraly's friend Mandy who is providing the necessary back up with the van carrying the gear as without it then it would not have been possible to take part.Thank you Mandy.
we luvu mandy!!
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I agree, A HUGE thank you Mandy.
Fine skills MANDY!!
Having a “pit” crew is invaluable and Mandy has obviously been a tremendous asset to Noraly!
beautiful mandy
It’s so refreshing seeing competitors helping each other.
That’s the spirit every rider should have.
Love it hearing her heart sing. ..
You are doing more for South Africa than any ambassador could do. From rain forests to deserts. Thank you so much.
Ja, baie waar. Ek bly in die Noord Kaap, is betrokke met motorsport, maar weet nie eers van die rally nie. Ek ken Rietfontein en hakskeenpan, het tot daar gery vir werk.
@@ettiennemarcus5563 Ja ek is in Mafeking gebore. Ken daardie wereld ook redelik goed. Het in die Kalaharie gaan jag. Van Zyls Rust, Askam en daardie plekke. Maar was nog nooit op Hakskeenpan nie. Net gelees van die spoed rekord probeerslae daar. Ongelukkig van 1979 af 'n stadsjapie in Pretoria. Lekker dag. Lief vir daardie wereld.
Before even having seen this video I just had to agree with you!
@@koosvanzyl2605 Grappig ! hoewel Franstalige Belg, begrijp ik bijna alles dankzij mijn basic nederlands.
Well done
I have to say, what Noraly is doing, in the Kalahari Desert, with her mighty little 250, is just astonishing.
I imagine I'm not the only one feeling a rush of joy over watching this 'dynamic duo' conquer the Kalahari.
It's very emotional and a joyous lump in the throat
After this, we cannot call Savanna the smallest bike in the field.
Savanna has the biggest Heart to keep up with the biggest.
"That is how we do it".
That's for sure! Savanna has the same kind of generosity as Noraly, and together, they make a great team!
I lost the track several times just watching, and although it was labeled as less demanding as other days, I would certainly find it demanding trying to stay on the bike and find the track at the top of the dune. What a mess! Great riding by Noraly and the guys.
I was half standing most of the time watching this. So intense!
@@johannaonamotorcycle Me, too!
We have a saying in Scotland "Guid gear comes in sma' bulk" in other word good things come in small packages ... Savanha has proven that admirably.
Thumbs up to Honda!
I loved it when they were trying to open the locked gate with the little multi tool, and Noraly offers a wrench. EPIC! They'd still be out there. You're a legend!!
She was the only one thinking....they kind of ignored her questions about the tools but she was way ahead of them!
You're having a blast, everybody around you are having a blast, even us "spectators" around the globe are having a blast😁 Your enthusiasm shines like the star you are.
Noraly with that riding you're becoming a legend in your own lifetime!
If Honda or another bike manufacturer don't sponsor you with bikes to ride they are crazy!
An inspiration to women and men!
Hello Noraly, I have followed You on all 5 seasons, all episodes, with an exeption of a few episodes in the beginning of season 1.
However, according to my personal opinion, the Kalahari Rally adventure, is probably the most amusing/entertaining of all season/episodes, so far 👍👍!
Ride on, Noraly 😁😁 !!!!
Regs form Sweden/Kent
For me too!!! I think for most of us !
Precis min tanke!
Jag håller med er alla, obeskrivligt häftig resa! 👍😅😍
Not only do the other riders support and assist each other, but Mandy does so much to help Noraly. GO MANDY!!!!! I have followed you thru Asia, season 1, South America, Scandinavia, Europe... all amazing. I am almost 72 and I found myself getting wound up and tense just watching you. Almost needing a massage and nap to wind down. But nothing, and I mean NOTHING can prepare you for watching what you and your fellow riders go thru in the Kalahari. ABSOLUTELY SPECTACULAR, to quote my favorite bike rider. 😆😍
With each episode and stage, Noraly demonstrates that it is not raw engine power that has brought her this far, but her skill, stamina and kindness to the people she meets - along her journey as well as in a race!
Godspeed, Noraly!
Incredible, outstanding to watch I've been riding 47 years and have
never mastered soft sand you're a natural.
*Honda:* we make this little, affordable dual sport for complete beginners to go around town and hit the bush sometime, nothing too crazy ya know. Just to get people to start loving the dirt
*Honda after discovering this channel:* what the fu
Kawasaki has a different approach. I've seen videos of the KLX300 Dual Sport running a MotoX track. That's what made me decide on the KLX300SM for the level of exploring I do.
Honda needs to sponsor Noraly.
@@martinf2740 Yes I said that a week or two ago-she's been a great ambassador for Honda. (Now he gets to see how hard I have to ride my little Savanah) Yeah.
Noraly is one of the reasons I bought a 2021 300L! 2000 miles so far including a solo 1000+ trip this week in Western NC. These little bikes are brilliant.
@@mullman but her bike is different style bike than 300L.
I find it really interesting how everyone is helping each other considering it’s a race.
I love the camaraderie and teamwork, riding with perfect gentlemen, so great to watch!!!
I'm repeating myself every week now - I can't believe how good you've become, I can't wait to see you tackle obstacles that held you up before -- and, you'll never leave Africa. It owns you now. We want you here.
Hi what you write about? My brother lives in Kalahari
Well spoken
If I rode that, I'd be living there too (forever), LOL
I formally nominate Noraly as Worldwide Badass of the Year.
Yeah mate...me too...and does it while also being the...what's the word...best...loveliest...calmest...most adventurous...the list kind of goes on...and now, after a couple of years riding everywhere, on every road imaginable, she all of a sudden decides she can do it at top speed...like REALLY quick. Bloody good on her. Badass.
I was standing up on the pegs and dodging trees and ‘woo hhoo-ing’ right along with Noraly and Savanna in this vlog, what a ride, even the sand bogging.
The bushes sure did get a beating today.
I’m sitting thinking that even if I did get the chance to participate I just wouldn’t get a chance to do what you have achieved. Riding through Africa solo and then join the Kalahari Rally. You’re one tough Dutch cookie. 💪
You Right A tough Dutch Cookie and,....we have more, oh yes! Small coutry but great people.
I agree whole heartedly with your statement!!!!! TOUGH, TOUGH, TOUGH young lady
And the riders got a beating from the bushes haha
( Davey Jones Locker music): "Its The Flying Dutch Arborist ! " 🤺
What an absolute joy to watch you go from sandphobia to absolutely killing it,laughing all the way with an occasional oopa!! Love it ❤❤❤❤
Noraly's control on Savanna is jaw droppingggg.
The mechanic who rebuilt Savannah's front forks did a good job!
Dear Noraly. When Savannah went on sale in Johannesburg, it must have been thinking “Ohh my new owner is a pretty young woman. This is going to be a holiday ”- Never has anyone been more wrong.☺️ It was hard, just looking at the 3rd stage, so it must have been hard to drive. Thank you for the trip, and the best regards from Denmark🇩🇰
@AdventureDog Relax - it's a joke 😵💫
@AdventureDog Way is ther Dog in your nickname?
@@vanDeudekom avontuur hond. Always searching for an adventure
@AdventureDog Since you have made yourself a judge of what is fun, I let you remain in the faith. 🤷♂️
@@FlixTraveler Thanks 👍🏻
I... who has done a lot of sand riding, am so impressed... this if going in the
deep end and swimming.....wow ... I salute you....
Itchy Boots is a big upgrade for all in the Kalahari rally. Never i did saw better broadcast during any rally. Hopefully she will do that for the Paris Dakar too.
Double 👍👍 to this statement. I hope she get the free invite😁
This is beautiful to watch, to see how this woman shows true grit, determination, burning ambition and lots of courage, and then to hear her delightful giggle and chuckle when it get tough(er). Jy maak 'n mens baie trots, even if we aren't related, or even aquainted! Doe zo voort !
Am I really sitting here in the north of the Netherlands on the edge of my seat behind my screen, ducking from bushes, and yelling GO Noraly :-)
Fantastic! Big Fat Thumbs-up again!
Groeten 🌷, T.
Same here
me too!!!
La même chose et le même enthousiasme pour moi...go goûter Noraly..
I'm not inclined toward racing but you, Noraly, have again taken me (and many others) to places I have not gone after 53 years of motorcycling. A "help each other" attitude seems exist among many riders. I like that a lot. I really enjoyed the different ending to this episode, with the music. Thank you for sharing your life and adventures. jt
Is Noraly really racing? Or is she aiming at her personal best while riding in the rough with like minded motorcyclists? She doesn't need to win to be a winner. I'm sure you understand. I too prefer cooperation to competition.
me to what a women,
"100K's should be easy". "This is why i came here" That was some ride Noraly. Definitely the hardest, that is why it was tbe shortest. Well done.
Such RESPECT for that little Honda. Never thought I would say that. I rode harleys for over 53 years. {and still do}
Riding mountain bikes in the South African bushveld tought me that the schrubs with the meanest thorns is allways on your side of the road, even if you change sides.
Another amazing stage in your Rally! So great to ride and have a small group together or close by to help one another. Your pit crew, Mandy, is amazing too. Glad she was able to accompany you with the van! The out-takes at the end were fantastic! Keep on rallying Noraly!
What an incredible experience! I felt that I was right there with you. I never would have seen this if you didn’t share this video. Thank you Noraly!!! I really enjoyed it!
Yes. I fully agree with Joni's comment, here.
Noraly taking us on a fun adventure ride she is in her happy place
Sitting in my easy chair watching this.
I'm exhausted moving around in the chair
mimicking the required moves on the bike.
Thankfully, I didn't fall out my chair.
Think I'll get a beer, I'll be alright.
Noraly You had me nervous, anxious, laughing and out of breath. You are simply amazing. So impressed!!!
Everything about you and what you do is impressive Noraly. Bless you 🙏
Absolutely correct.
Nice to see how the bikeriders stick together. They grow more towards eachother it seems.
And as in real life , sometimes we fall. Good you did not let that out!
Today the happy gang ride out whoo whoo lets go.
Comrades
Noraly: Today should be a easy day. It is just 100 km...
Kalahari Desert: Hold my beer. 🍺
lol I thought the exact same thing!
Nice one😂😂😂
That's why they made it a short distance they knew the sand is tough to ride
You and Savanna are absolutely AWESOME! Tough conditions today. I was tired just watching you push on through the sandy tracks. Incredible. Not surprised that the air filter was full. Hope you are saving a bit of that Kalahari sand as a souvenir. Positive throughts for the next few Stages!!
I am sure you've leaving left quite an impression on those manly men & their so called "man's world" Noraly. I doubt very few if any of them would even attempt to travel around the world solo, without sponsers, riding buddies or crew. You are truely a cut above the rest in my mind.. My previous globe trekking YT moto trekker was Ed March and his lady friend from "CH 90 Adventures" whom for years trekked around the world on their Honda trail ch 90 motorbikes, at times in some very unseasonal & adverse conditions. You raised the bar a few notches for me with your great videography, positive attitude, easy going adventurous spirit and above all your people friendly disposition and respect shown towards the local folks you meet., something that surely inspires me as well as all your viewers. as a former Iron Butt who preferred and rode moto bikes as my main transportation all my life, having clocked 1.5 million miles in North America alone, you fullfill all my wildest dreams of riding solo around the rest of the world on a small efficient motorcycle. At 70, i am no longer physically adept to that personal challenge. Hope you make it back to Peru and finish your ride to Alaska. Cheers, kudos & thank you so much for sharing your wonderful trek, From a diehard moto friend and fan in Death Valley, California.
I am another 70 year old and I totally agree.
Love hearing a word from crazy world adventurers on their Honda 90s. Ed March no doubt has lots of trips in the can and needs to share. Miss his antics.
hello,j'ai 67 ans et en 2023 je pars en SV-650 Suzuki faire le NORDKAPP, 7065 kms
all the video worth it with just this 10:26 to 10:45 AMAZING LADY OF DUNES!!!!!
& YES I do loved it and appreciated the bloppers of the end LOL
Absolutely gripping and inspiring from start to finish. You were an indispensable emissary for all of your fellow riders and a world ambassador to all of your viewers! You really are, with each moment of all of your videos, bringing this world together. Your big heart and wonderful laughter are a complete delight to watch and listen to…!
Youre such a hero noraly!!! waauw what an accomplishment
Hats off for the teamwork, without which this sand rodeo would have turned into an exhausting disaster! (IMHO)
I was thinking the exact same thing. They are competitors, but also teammates when the going gets tough. Exactly as it should be!
Each stage is like opening a birthday present! You are SUPER SPECIAL!!! Thank you and Savanah for the ride!!!
Why I watch Itchy Boots: In circumstances (bogging down uphill, etc.) where I would be screaming a blue street of obscenities, Noraly simply giggles.
And big kudos to you for having the right tool at the locked gate. Semper parata.
Amazing, huge respect to you and 'little' Savanha. The winter training in the Netherlands has obviously been of benefit. Savanha, the small bike with the heart of a lion, showing the big boys how it's done.
I was cheering you on getting up that Dune.. Congratulations Noraly Queen of the Desert 👑👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
The bloopers at the end of the video was a nice touch. You are the proof of how you can have adventure on a small bike, it's just not the bike but the combination of the bike alongwith the rider that makes a difference. Everyone who is always going after big adventure bikes without even using them to their full potential is going to see this video and say:-
SHE'S USING THE BIKE TO ITS FULL POTENTIAL AND HAVING FUN WHILE IMPROVING HER RIDING SKILLS, MAYBE I CAN ALSO DO THAT.
I cannot believe that a CRF 250 can do a stage like that .... Amazing skill to get her home !
Honda owe you a free bike of your choice as you must have sold them 1000 bikes already :)
Absolutely
Everybody....and I mean everybody wanting to get into dual sport riding needs to watch this series. It proves one thing. Bigger and more expensive isn't always better. Noraly is doing this on a stock CFR250L putting out 25hp. Just like the RE Himalayan I'm guessing the CRF sales will skyrocket in the near future. It's incredible to see this unfold.
Honda is already a huge seller they are literally the most reliable popular brand worldwide... Unlike Royal Enfield
Noraly enjoys blackmen👍🏾👍🏿🥃..
as i'm eating my sandwich i watching this episode. so exithing that i'm ducking and leaning left and right to avoid the branches and even turning my plate. Hats off to you Noraly. greetings for Groningen
This is the most entertaining, exciting, thrilling, and awesome rally to watch. And I'm thrilled that you are doing so well and making friends you'll have the rest of your life. Great Stuff!!!!!
I remember when sand was your nemesis but now it seems to be your jam!
i have never heard anyone have so much fun trying not to get killed.
The mix of that powerful music and Savana's engine sound just before the dune where you had trouble, is excellent. That is award winning stuff. Good work.
the end is the best, how to pick up a motorbike in the dessert, well done Norally!!! my heroine....
Savannah and Itchy Boots are awesome! You made it!!
For anyone who's never ridden in deep sand, it's hard to imagine how much physical effort is needed and how power-sapping on the bike. Very impressive riding on a small CC machine. Well done I'm looking forward to the next episode.
I’m exhausted just watching the video 😳!
Noraly, I am proud of you. If you think that this is disorganized, try the Dakar Rally. If you get into trouble and expect help there, you are wrong. You can go days without seeing another rider or vehicle if you get off track. Fuel points are never where they are supposed to be and good first aid, forget about it. If ever you decide to train for that rally, your first course of attack, should be in taking a desert survival course and mastering that course. after that, feel free to work on your riding skills. Noraly, I am very proud of you because you changed your paradigm, broke out of the comfort zone, though I don't think that you have ever had one and faced a new challenge and mastered that challenge. You continue to amaze and inspire. Live To Ride, Ride To Live!
Your multi-tool saved the day!
The wipeout compilation at the end was a fun surprise- well rode!
With all the whoopjng and laughing, we assume you were really having fun! Well, Noraly we had fun with you. You and your tool kit from Savanna, saved the day with the locked gate! I found you on RUclips, and have been following you for over 3 years now. I am so happy to have found you. I do enjoy every video you post and thank you for showing us the world. You are a beautiful Soul. I love your positive attitude and Cheery, Happy Disposition. You are a remarkable woman Noraly! I wish only good things for you, and hope all your dreams come true. I have been riding since age 11. My first bike was a new 1966 Honda Trail 90. I am now 67 years old, and 30 bikes later, ride a 2008 Harley-Davidson 1584 CC Dyna Glide Low Rider that I bought new 14 years ago. I live in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA, and am your biggest fan. I will continue to enjoy your adventures ans Support You and your Channel. God Bless You Noraly! Stay Safe. 😎❤
Savanna and Itchy Boots, the Queen of the Desert.
You show them bow it is done.
Смотрю с удовольствием и такая ностальгия берёт... С каким бы удовольствием тоже так прокатился. Спасибо за ролики.
Taking on sand dunes with her 250L, finishing 1st at stage 2, saving stranded riders, unlocking gates. Amazing.
Nice guys to ride with. Real Gentlemen!
So impressive ,I have so much admiration for you Noraly shame on those who gave you a 👎 you keep going girl , it’s 👍 from me.
Probably the Mysogenist brigade.
The people who gave you a 👎 are all dislexic.
OMG, can’t believe there are that many 👎🏻 … this 🖕🏼to them.
Agreed! What's to thumbs down other than them being A..h....s you know the words!
I usually ignore the thumbs down but this Kalahari rally is a special test of skill and endurance and Noraly is meeting the challenge.
Love your relentless energy , I’ve learned so much about South Africa through you and Savanah ! Love it !!
I've enjoyed every second of this season, but the Kalihari has been the best, brings back a lot of memories from my Desert racing days
Where?
This is an adventure of a lifetime... but wait: your whole life is an adventure through and through. BIG RESPECT! Have fun!
OMG Noraly, I had to keep unflinching my fists and relaxing my shoulders while I reminded myself I wasn't riding. What a hoot. I had fun too. Thank you.
Lol yeah same here, and I was also holding my breath when she went through another rider's dust cloud. I actually do that when riding. Lol
Honestly at first I underestimated savanna going alongside big bike but with a big hearted rider like you norally. It outperform some. You also encourage me not to be afraid of a challenge
Been waiting for this with baited breath!!! Wow!! Pretty amazing riding on dunes from "I hate sand" Noraly!! I think she can say she really has got the hang of sand now!
i was sitting here -going "full throttle ,girl!!" and they YEEES!!,on that steep hill- i am so impress'd by your performance here - if you hav'nt done riding like this i can just say that Noraly is doing something exeptional on that little 250 -Go Noraly and give Savanna some TLC,both of you have done so,so well here -amazing stuff!
i very well remember your outtakes and fails video from season one, or your worries riding the first time in sand down there on the beach....and now...i mean look at you! What a pro you are!
and yes Noraly, maybe the 390 adv. would be the bike for you as you love it small? ;-)
I think this is the best stage of Kalahari Rally on this episode. Awesome! 👌💖🥇
We have a saying in Setswana, "O moleele jaaka tsela ya Kgalagadi." Meaning, as long as the Kalahari road.
Wishing you luck on the 700 kays back to Mahikeng.
I feel so dumb 🙈. Having called the area the Kgalagadi/ Kalahari all my life it never dawned on me that Kalahari is the mistransliteration of the word Kgalagadi "The big thirst" 🤭🤭🤭
I'm telling ya, this is like a kid showing up at the Tour de France for his (her) first race on an old Schwinn and totally kicking ass!!! Legend in the making
Have one word for Noraly...."AMAZING"!
Mad respect for you young lady! I read your “Red Mist” blog yesterday and had to chuckle when I read the part about not really competing, you just wanted the experience of doing it. Then once you started you just wanted to go, go go. Anyone that’s watched you videos knows your competitive nature. You compete within yourself when you’re alone. The only difference now is you can see some dust being kicked up in front and you want to pass it. Go kick it and go. Safe travels.
The happenstance of you meeting the Rally Madala was truly a blessing. Sometimes dreams find you and this here is proof, Destination Unknown is truly inspiring.
LOL!!! That looks like WAY too much fun. Thank you!
Wow Wow Wow What a ride. BIG THUMBS UP 😍😍 I think this looked like the hardest thing you've done of all the rides. I just love your joie de vivre as I hear it in your voice and laugh as you tackle all the challenges. Keep it up, you're the best. You make everything possible and nothing stops you. I was getting tense in my seat just watching you and I continue to marvel at how Savanna just keeps going no matter how hard you push. It's like you and she are one. Bravo Noraly great episode. Safe riding
Some nice hedge trimming to find the best line. Tremendous fun in the dunes and the team spirit was great. Noraly and her little bike was a match for the boys with a big bike even having better tools when it came to a breakout. love the outtakes at the end.
I know your arms and legs hurt after this one. Dune riding isn't for amateurs, which you definitely are not. Keep riding and teach those big boys what you and Savannah can do!
Rev it up Noraly, you’re doing great 👍🏻😎
We're all rooting for you, NORALY! 20:00 in.. Who has the proper tool to open that gate? 👏👏😁💃💥🏆🏆🏆 Hands down, Itchy Boots is the BEST YT channel. BRAVO!💛🎶💞
Great background music choices throughout the race footage--really makes it feel more suspenseful and exciting--and mixing it with the camera sound gives us the feeling of being there, too. And "this is why we came for the Kalahari": that's the spirit!
Considering you're still "learning" to ride the Kalahari Sand dunes these experienced guys still have a lot of respect for your skills, and rightly so! You rock, Noraly!
Absolutly, those Guy's have experiance and than ther is that Girl on here small motorbike how ask.. Can I have a 'look' when you ride the Kalahari? Ha and that combi of a little bike what only Looks like a adventure bike and that Dutchy Lady they naild it, So super to see, I love it. Yep,..Noraly... it is fantastic to see. 😇
I lay in bed watching this on my laptop while my motorcycle is apart in my shop for custom work and paint. I think Noraly is inspiring me to get it done quicker. Maybe I should get to work after the video? Anyhow another thumbs up. I just love this woman. She really is an inspiration on so many levels.
Love the extra footage at the end!😂👍👏👏👏👏👏👍
I wish I could give you a double thumbs up. Truly wonderful.
Short stage but very tough terrain and Noraly conquers again. I’m exhausted just watching you while you continue to keep your sense of humour. It is obvious that this rally energizes you more each day. Thank you for all that you do on your channel . You’re a star. Stay safe and well. Dan. 👍👍🏍🇨🇦
I'll just say it again, Noraly is a "World Treasure". She is an amazing woman. Thank you Noraly for bringing joy to all of us.
Tough day at the office but with Noraly’s giggles and laughter you would never know!
Courageous woman, nothing but admiration for what you accomplish
Yeahh i’m actually constantly waiting for new uploads!! Good start to the new week Noraly :D
You’re blowing it Honda, Noraly is riding a stock 250 alongside various high displacement, prepped and modified pro bikes! Would make a great testimonial for your motorcycles! Give ‘‘‘em hell Noraly!