I would like to add my thanks for all the wonderful comments below. I was one of the guys who helped to temporarily fix noralys fork seal. That was me laying on the floor tying off the piece of string with Chris's help. It was a pleasure to meet her on her travels. There is more to come, All of your comments brought a tear to my eye. Thank you all very much. And noraly, keep travelling. Love you for what you are doing. I wish I'd done more when I was younger, though I'm still getting around. 11 countries this year. And I've ridden in probably 25 countries over the years. 8 in the last 6 weeks.
Thanks Garry, Chris and the rest of the lads for helping her out so we can continue the follow her on her journeys!! These kind of 'encounters' make it a unique channel together with all the other great content to which you guys contributed!
Garry, as the others have said, thank you for stopping and taking the time to help Noraly. You and your friends have made the biking community proud! Keep riding and keep the two wheels on the road!
A lot of things can happen. When I was there in Fairbanks on a campground ( to step into the bush) I met one guy I’m talking with him. What shall I say, he was deployed in Berlin for a longer time. So we had a smalltalk in German language 😂really nice Video 👍👍👍
Used to be more common. I remember my dad helping everyone, heck one time he helped a guy drive new bearings and seals into his differential on his jeep in the middle of the woods. Just yesterday however I was returning from kayaking in my car, a guy on a HD was off on the side of the road near my house, a road where literally 100+ HDs an hour AT LEAST go by (very popular scenic drive). I stopped to check on him, he said he'd been there for half an hour, dozens of guys rode right on by him, I was the first to stop. His buddy was on the way with a trailer but I was sad that even amongst the HD brotherhood there wasn't a single one of them who cared enough to check on the guy. Makes me almost want to stop waving at these guys on the road.
The Awesome British Gentlemen could've been ripped in any other RUclips channel's comments, but Noraly's channel is one of the most positive and lovely places in the Internet - so nothing but love and praise to the guys in here! 😃
Chris of Unchained Tours took myself and 9 other UK riders from San Francisco to Prudhoe Bay and back in 2012. He really is a great guy, and runs a very professional company. I'm sure it's not the first time he has helped a fellow biker out. Noraly was very lucky to bump into him. Alaska and Canada have some amazing scenery and roads and is a real bikers paradise!
What a global community we live in! There you are, a Dutch RTW motorcyclist, getting assistance from British motorcyclists in a remote part of North America. Wow!!! You really can’t beat that kind of content.
No way my friend, don't listen to RUclips haters you did a great job fixing that bike. Trust me, I've been Macgyvering bikes since I was 9. Now I'm 42 and built loads of bikes from scratch and that's exactly what I would have done. Great idea and got her to her destination. A+ in my book.
As a lifetime mechanic, retired & motorcycling since I was 12 (enough with the resume) the British bikers did exactly what was needed. Got the seal back in without damaging the Chrome fork (hopefully) & string it up! Awesome motorcycling community ❤️👍
A big thank you to the Brits! Guardian angels are companions wherever Itchy Boots travels! The video of this region is amazing. Wide open spaces of Alaska are breathtaking!
I am convinced Noraly has guardian angels hovering above her and manifest themselves as Roger or Chris or anyone else who has helped her along this journey. It’s totally awesome!!❤❤❤
@@franktechmaniac7488 She don't need an angel for that. Noraly operates the drone herself while riding her bike with one hand on the gas and the other hand controlling the remote for the drone.
As soon as I saw a bunch of gray haired dudes in ADV riding gear, I knew you were going to be looked after and good to go. It seems like those kind of riders, no matter where they are at or where they are from, are just like that. They've got bags of experience, are good at problem-solving and improvising, and are willing to help out a fellow rider in distress. Major kudos to the British ADV guys.
That’s because the old guys understand that we all need each other and more importantly grew up riding bikes that broke down regularly. The only way home was to fix em
I’ve started riding a few years ago but there is something about older ADV riders that gives me that reassurance that I wish all people saw when looking at motorcyclists. I’m 29 and a woman and I’ve had the best interactions with older bikers
@@davidcolinfisher1034 Maybe, maybe not. Neither one of us was there to see exactly what was going on with that seal. Seems to me it was probably incorrectly installed. I saw the fork seal retaining clip sitting on the dust seal. My guess is that it was not fully seated by whoever changed her seals. Otherwise I can't figure why it would have already been gushing oil like that. And I'm not so sure re-routing the brake line would have been so easy. You'd have to disconnect the brakes, introducing air to the line, losing brake fluid. If they had no brake fluid to refill with, I'd leave it alone until I was in a place to take care of it. It was an improvised emergency road-side repair that did what it was intended to do; it got her to Anchorage.
@@jwaller1327 They might have been able to dismount the caliper to move and reroute without disconnecting, but maybe not. I don't think I would have wanted to try that on the spot, either.
Three cheers for those great British bikers/mechanics who selflessly patched Alaska up and made this video even more entertaining than it would have been without their contribution! Fair weather and safe travelling to them, and to our favorite, fearless adventurer and heroine, Noraly!!
@jxeral agreed mechanical knowledge and skills is important. I believe this is precisely why Noraly does regular services, often way sooner than required, and she carries limited lightweight spares. She's safety orientated which is really smart! I'd do the same in her position.
Hats off to the British bikers for helping Noraly. You did a great job, only graditude coming from Noraly's community to the British gentlemen who helped out!
Only Noraly can stop with a problem and miraculously she has a 'crew' to help out!! Wonderful!! Gives all of us a good feeling that the world is a good, good place!!!!
It always amazes me all this camaraderie between bikes and truck drives on the roads, helping out fellow drivers in need. As should do. An example to the rest of the society. God bless those British bikers intensely. 🇬🇧 👏
It always does big bike help smaller bike, truckers helping each other out whoever on the road that need helps not until the politician comes in to the frame!
I find it as a cycle tourist. People always asking about my trip and helping me out. So nice. People in the countryside are the best. Big city people are different.
We brits love the Dutch people and the feeling seems to be mutual,so well done to the guys,there is no better feeling than helping a fellow traveller out. I thought they were going to have to resort to using a pair of your 'exploding pants' to fix the oil leak ha ha( I'm still chuckling about that) sooo funny!!. Happy travels Noraly 🤣
@@kathytracy7952 thanks kathy, I laughed so hard I fell off the sofa!!. We all love Noraly for her courageous exploits and her sense of fun, and showing us the wonderful people and places she visits. The exploding 'can can' will live long in my memory of this trip, super stuff!!. Cheers,Peter.
Thanks Noraly hurrah I got a heart too!! Loved it when you said ' shall I test it?and he said emphatically 'No' !! not till we've gone- priceless!! Just goes to show that 'string theory' actually works eh!!.
"Angel Mechanics"~ those "English Bloks" are going to talking about their "genius" fix to Alaska's fork for years. Great Pub story, "How we saved Itichy Boots" in Alaska!! Thank you for rescuing our girl Gentlemen!! No panic from Noraly, she just "knows" it will all work out. Oh WAIT!! I forgot to mention the Helicopter pilot who was flying a Glider in the wilds of Alaska. Now that's a real Adventurer! What a magnificant piece of technology he was trusting his life too! Thanks for steering Noraly to the "Angel Mechnics". You sir, in my mind, are part of this magical rescue! Beautiful drone filming. Such interesting history of the copper mine. Wonder if it will be re-opened? Lots of EV's being built, gotta have batteries?
You're so right, true biker spirit to help. I had to laugh when Chris said at the end "On RUclips they will be complaining, saying we should have done xyz". .. us couch mechanics 😂
I stopped by to help out a harley guy find out why his bike was soo friggin loud !!! And he said that it is supposed to sound like that???? Very odd got a head start so I wouldn't have to listen to it 😀😀😀😀😀🏍🏍🏍
Noraly, I don't think your followers have fully realized the impact your travels and experiences are having on them, I for one am heartened to see parts of the world that are peaceful and friendly, the worlds media are doing the human race a disservice bringing only the tragic stories into our homes, we need to see more of the positive and friendly people like yourself to encourage and teach us to be good to all. I am not surprised you have angels to help you on your way. Thank you.
Angels are following you or, perhaps a better word would be accompanying you on your trips. This time they disguised themselves as a nice group of British gentlemen who happen to ride motorcycles. Thank you for showing us the amazing, incredible, fabulous beauty of our planet. Godspeed.
Noraly, the international biking community really is like one big family. Always willing to help a fellow traveller in distress. Kudos to the British tour group for the repair job. Cheers, Dan. ✌️🇨🇦
Noraly has met some really good folk's along her journey. Just recently the chain saw guy, and now a group of super nice British biker's just cruising around Alaska. What's the chance? Noraly is a good person, and attracts good people. Have a safe trip. John
Thank you for sharing your adventures! Two big lessons I get from your videos: 1) The world is much more fun to explore on a motorcycle and 2) There are still many good people out there.
You definitely found another Roger!!! Kudu’s to Brit Chris and his adventure riders! A good person like you always finds likeminded help! Even though you had unwarranted fork seal issues, you rode through amazingly beautiful terrain! The aerial views were great! Onward through Alaska! Thanks Noraly for another day in your adventures!
My kudos to those British gentlemen that assisted you in repositioning the seal on your motorcycle left strut. Now, you and Alaska can continue your journey. Enjoy the breathtaking view of Alaska, and thank you for taking us along. Take care and be safe Noraly! 😊
I too broke a fork seal on the road between Tok and Glenallen. A hard to see frost heave created a 4-5 inch curb type rise of the asphalt that was essentially the same color and value and I hit it doing 45-50 mph as I slowed as much as I could before hitting it. The impact was compounded a bit because of this as the weight of the bike , myself and my gear shifted forward when hard braking. I was unable to get parts or service for my bike in Alaska without waiting 4-5 weeks so I had to ride back home on one fork. It really wasnt too bad except I had to watch my speed when going down inclines and turning, especially with the gear weight etc. I could share so many stories about that trip but will wrap it up by saying Thanks for sharing your adventures with us Noraly! I am enjoying them and the way you film and produce your videos reminds me of riding on my own trips.
Just love your videos...Those 5 British Guys just loved to help you...They could be as old as your own Father...You are just always so relaxed and tough as nails...Be safe and a good trip...You're Great !!!
Well done fix of a shops failure to do the work properly. A friend finds that on bikes that he works on too, wrong routing, fasteners out of place,ect. Good call on no test ride before you guy's left That was too funny.
It is always heartening to see complete strangers helping one out of trouble. Big salute the British Bikers for their camaraderie and innovative repair of the bike. For many viewers , to see an aeroplane parked at a roadside fuel station must have been surprising. Got to hear an Interesting conversation with the pilot. And we got to see some beautiful drone Shots of Alaska. SUPERB !!! Wish you good luck with the bike Noraly ... hopefuly there wont be any more leakages. Ride Safe
Actually that fuel station was at the Gulkana airport. Also It is So sad that the pilot gave her bad information about the fuel. The 100ll is NOT jet Fuel. The 100ll is just aviation gasoline that works perfectly well in cars or motorcycle engines.
She definitely not an inspiration to all bikers worldwide, she crashes her bike on the slightest hiccup, she rides her bike like she just started yesterday…
The moment she brings out the drone, whole perspective changes. I am damn sure she can be the best cinematographer. Such a talanted person you are, Noraly. So glad I started watching your vlogs. I feel like I am with you on this journey. Thanks. Love from India.
What a day! Amazing skies and scenery too along with ideal weather! Chris and the repair crew seemingly did a great job returning the seal retainer to its proper position but the string was a nice touch.
Good people always get help from similar others, and you never complain and are always optimistic and smile. The way you explain and are yourself makes your channel unique and it is a pleasure to watch my wife and I love it. Keep riding and sharing your travels to the world. Blessings.
Poor Alaska and her wounded knee. The Brits from the world biking community and their (Mcgyver) skills saved the day. As others have said, your guardian Angels put you and them in the right place at the right time. You journey has been an amazing adventure and through the ups and downs your smiling face makes all the big problems seem so small. Looking forward to seeing the rest of Alaska through your eyes and lens's.. Lets go...
That's quite a bummer Noraly to have the fork seal blow out that way, but fortunately you came across some good-ole British bikers who saved the day. So glad for you. Love from Tennessee.
Everyone is saying how good the Brit bikers were - one of them was wearing a My Names Doddie snood- absolute megastar for helping fight that horrendous disease MND. Fantastic 🎉🎉
What a testament to all the good in the world...seeing those British bikers laughing and really enjoying helping you when they were not so sure themselves that it would work.Following your videos and others we see that there are so many good and helpful people in the world.
Just a small snafu…no money. Glad all worked out. I know you can see a lot of scenery from the road but the drone just puts a new dimension to everything. What a bummer on the seal, but thank goodness, the cavalry arrived for a Mcgyver patch! And through it all, you teach us to think positive. You are nothing short of shining star, continuing to show the beauty and history 😮in a day in Alaska. Thanks for spectacular video.
Hi Noraly, thanks to those British bikers who lend their hands to fix Alaska. Huge respect. I remember Savannah how the Kalahari riders joined you bringing parts until the end of the race. Well I think Savannah is in good place now 🙂. Again, good luck to you and Alaska. Ride safe as always.
You touched on a couple "fears" I have while riding -- finding myself short of cash and none of the cards work. And an unexpected mechanical problem. The big difference for me though is I'm not in the wilderness. I guess I should quit worrying and move ahead. You model a real adventure spirit. And I have to say the scenery, landscapes, and people you meet become more and more interesting all the time. A great video!
Looks like a rookie wrench sabotaged your ride. Bloody good thing the team of well humoured gents who actually knew what they were doing were there to help bail you out. That’s the moto community for you, solo or not, we’re never really alone.
Idk. She did a ton of rough riding and eating mud with the bike. A muddy bike and one branch sticking into the seal is enough to press dirt into it... The only thing you can do is to control the seals and the chrome for dents&leaks. But sometimes stuff breaks, even when installed properly.
Idk…properly installed fork seals don’t just fall out & that brake line routing isn’t just bad, it’s potentially dangerous. Not saying it was intentional “sabotage”, but poor work that creates equipment fails & safety hazards needn’t be to still cause serious issues.
@@beakittelscherz5419 I bet they overfilled with oil when they replaced the seal. If you fill by volume intead of measuring height of oil in the fork it will happen.
@@beakittelscherz5419 I totally agree. Norally always travels the roughest backroads possible. She beats her suspension to death, I can somewhat see why her fork seal failed. She doesn't like riding on paved roads, and her riding skills can stand a good deal of improvement. Her bike has well over 15,000 miles on it, and it's loaded heavily.
Noraly, you know what? I've have been your subscriber for some time now, and normally I should have gotten used to your way of being by now. But, every time I watch a new episode, you manage to amaze me. I just can't believe that a woman like you really exists. No matter how strange or difficult a situation may be, even so, you manage to see a good side of that situation, no matter how unpleasant it may be. This fact is certainly not one of the characteristics of women generally speaking, or at least, I have never met one so far and by the way, I'm 64. Thank you Noraly, for everything you do for us. You take us with you to places where some of us, as men, hardly dare to dream. Surely most of us who "go" to all places with you, we would give a lot to sit at a campfire in Alaska and you to tell us everything you've been through. Thank you again Noraly!
You are amazing, Noraly -- resourceful and admirable! Your card is declined? You resolve that problem at the first ATM. The front fork seal gives up -- but you find help. You ride on cautiously, and serenely admire the scenery as though nothing has happened all day. Nothing seems to puncture your confidence and ability to enjoy whatever's happening, whatever the circumstances. As I said, you're admirable.
I love hearing Itchy Boots’ “Good morning internet, “ it literally never fails to make my day. 😂 thanks for the content itchy boots and keep up the good work!!!
I see the comments below. Its a constant theme with Noraly! Throughout all of her series, people go out of their way to help her! Does not matter what or when - the common denominator is you! You continue to always bring out the best in people! So glad you made it to Alaska! I want to go to the Yukon because of you! Cant wait to see Alaska!
I love the humor from the British guys and the guy with Plane was cool too, as beautiful as the views are and the bike rides are the people videos in my humble opinion are just as good.
As a Canadian rider with adventure riding experience, i am ashamed and embarrassed by the TERRIBLE service at the Honda dealer in Whitehorse. First they made Noraly walk half an hour back to her hotel at the time of the service and then installed the fork seal incorrectly , such that it failed after only a few days of riding. Itchy Boots has received fantastic service for her bike throughout South and Central America and the US. Sadly her attempt to get the same level of caring was completely absent at Yukon Honda. I can only hope that Honda Canada gets word of this mess and has a word with the dealership. I shall miss your posts when the journey is over Noraly.
They did a very poor job and their service was lacking not giving Noraly a courtesy bike. They obviously didn't know who she was and missed a great opportunity to make some good PR. Imbeciles.
TOTALMENTE creo que la concesionaria Honda de WhiteHorse quedo realmente PARA EL CULO!!!!! It was also the ONLY CHAPTER where Noraly did not say goodbye as she usually does..... incredible, prophetic
This is exactly what biking is all about, I always stop to help out a fellow biker, i love your interaction with other people,I love your vids Noraly keep them coming.👍🇬🇧
The British bikers were great in helping you! Certainly Alaska has performed well given the vast number of KM and difficult terrain traveled. Know with your determination and positive attitude you’ll work through this!!👍👏
what a great bunch of Blokes! I love the global riding community. You story continues to inspire me, and my 5 year old son is you BIGGEST fan. Everytime I suit to go on a tour he calls me "Mr Itchy boots" lol.
They also sound very British 👍👍 Well done guys Sorry I'd paused the video and commented - lesson learned but will probably make similar mistakes in the future
Chris en zijn vrienden hebben goed werk geleverd met dit vorkverbinding ! Bravo voor deze Britse motorrijders ! Well done !... Om 18:30 Wat een ongelooflijke brug die de Copper River oversteekt ! Een hoog oprijzend landschap ! Dank je wel voor de video !
You chose the perfect music for the drone ride, since we all needed to calm down after the "excitement" of the fork seal. British boys bind Boot's busted bike bit. This episode's equivalent of Roger on a bike with a chainsaw just at the right time.
Those Brits were a godsend having the mechanical know-how to patch up your fork so you could continue your journey. McGyver would be proud of them. This episode was a little bit of a nail-biter. Your filming once again captured Alaska's stunning landscape. Good video.
Super great of those guys to lend a hand. Those brits can really engineer some cool things. I remember seeing your friend Ed March create a three wheeler in the middle of nowhere out of a c90 and parts from the junkyard!! Bikers are the best! Safe travels!!
@Noraly, The seal that came out was the dust seal and that was pushed out by the oil seal letting go. But the Whitehorse dealer clearly didn't pay due care and attention when replacing the oil seals. If your able, try and buy genuine Honda oil and dust seals (in this instance genuine is ALWAYS better than pattern/3rd party parts). Hopefully the stanchions (chrome part) hasn't been scored by the dirt/oil etc. And regarding my fellow brit motorcyclists, that's how we roll 🙂 I do it all the time, I managed to help a guy with a blown fuse and partially melted fuse-box on a Honda CBR900RR, he texted me a a few weeks later saying my repair had held up for a month until he was able to find a replacement fuse-box off ebay . Did any of those bikers have a YT channel..?
ADV riders are the best....so many times I have been helped as well and I ALWAYS stop to help anyone in need. Cheers for the Brits! Thats what makes this community so special. This situation is another proof point why I do all my own work on my bikes. I know that isn't always possible on a year long trip like what Noraly is doing but it saddens me that the mechanic did such a poor job.
Love your videos and following your travels, Noraly, thank you! As an Alaskan that has traveled these roads several times, a small correction if I may. You crossed the mighty Copper River right after you started on the gravel portion (which you did not show), and the bridge you were sitting on looking down at the river far below is the Kuskalana, and then paralleling the Chitina River on your way into McCarthy. This little side road into the mountains in underrated in my opinion...happy that you chose to go there!!
Amazing state Alaska is and bike!! A big thank you to Chris and friends for helping you out on your front shock! The use of string to keep the seal in place was ingenious! Biker community is awesome! Looking forward to all your adventures in Alaska! 😀😎
The biking community saves the day again. Great work by those guys. We'll see how long the jury rig holds, but I've seen repairs like that hold for a long while. Other than that, another epic Itchy Boots adventure with wide open skies, endless forests and majestic mountains. Safe onward travels, Noraly.
My Wife and I just Love You and pray daily for your safety and success, We never mis one of your videos and cannot wait to see " Itchy Boots the Movie" Lord Give Thee Strength!
The adventure continues! Well done Brit bikers, you’re legends now. Alaska looks huge and beautiful. Copper river salmon are renowned for their taste, I hope you get to eat some salmon while you are Alaska.
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I would like to add my thanks for all the wonderful comments below. I was one of the guys who helped to temporarily fix noralys fork seal.
That was me laying on the floor tying off the piece of string with Chris's help.
It was a pleasure to meet her on her travels. There is more to come,
All of your comments brought a tear to my eye. Thank you all very much.
And noraly, keep travelling.
Love you for what you are doing. I wish I'd done more when I was younger, though I'm still getting around. 11 countries this year. And I've ridden in probably 25 countries over the years. 8 in the last 6 weeks.
Garry, thank you for helping our Noraly!
Thanks for your help, Garry. Best wishes.
Thanks Garry, Chris and the rest of the lads for helping her out so we can continue the follow her on her journeys!! These kind of 'encounters' make it a unique channel together with all the other great content to which you guys contributed!
Thanks Garry, you are a perfect gentleman. There are always amazing people in Norely's way.
Garry, as the others have said, thank you for stopping and taking the time to help Noraly. You and your friends have made the biking community proud! Keep riding and keep the two wheels on the road!
Noraly: Should I test it?
British Repair Team: No. Not while we're still here.
Love it!
This perfectly encapsulates British humour. Gotta love it.
Lol 😂
Just when the warranty expires 😅
Interesting to see those British guys help you out in the middle of Alaska! The worldwide biking community is brilliant isn’t it.
It simply amazes me that things like this happens. Everywhere in the world it happens. Awesome.
That's brits for you, always willing to help....even in Alaska!
Gotta love us brits 🇬🇧 😁😁
A lot of things can happen. When I was there in Fairbanks on a campground ( to step into the bush) I met one guy I’m talking with him. What shall I say, he was deployed in Berlin for a longer time. So we had a smalltalk in German language 😂really nice Video 👍👍👍
Used to be more common. I remember my dad helping everyone, heck one time he helped a guy drive new bearings and seals into his differential on his jeep in the middle of the woods.
Just yesterday however I was returning from kayaking in my car, a guy on a HD was off on the side of the road near my house, a road where literally 100+ HDs an hour AT LEAST go by (very popular scenic drive). I stopped to check on him, he said he'd been there for half an hour, dozens of guys rode right on by him, I was the first to stop. His buddy was on the way with a trailer but I was sad that even amongst the HD brotherhood there wasn't a single one of them who cared enough to check on the guy.
Makes me almost want to stop waving at these guys on the road.
The Awesome British Gentlemen could've been ripped in any other RUclips channel's comments, but Noraly's channel is one of the most positive and lovely places in the Internet - so nothing but love and praise to the guys in here! 😃
Chris of Unchained Tours took myself and 9 other UK riders from San Francisco to Prudhoe Bay and back in 2012. He really is a great guy, and runs a very professional company. I'm sure it's not the first time he has helped a fellow biker out. Noraly was very lucky to bump into him. Alaska and Canada have some amazing scenery and roads and is a real bikers paradise!
When Ed's nowhere to be found, Unchained comes to the rescue!
What a global community we live in! There you are, a Dutch RTW motorcyclist, getting assistance from British motorcyclists in a remote part of North America. Wow!!! You really can’t beat that kind of content.
This is how the world is SUPPOSED TO BE!…..
A few weeks earlier, or later, I'm not sure which, Missenden flyer and his wife would've been in that group too.
@@darkiee69 That´s the guy who did interview her when she was in Netherlands during the pandemics, right?
On German and Japanese bikes.
@@mindtraveller100 Yes.
No way my friend, don't listen to RUclips haters you did a great job fixing that bike. Trust me, I've been Macgyvering bikes since I was 9. Now I'm 42 and built loads of bikes from scratch and that's exactly what I would have done. Great idea and got her to her destination. A+ in my book.
As a lifetime mechanic, retired & motorcycling since I was 12 (enough with the resume) the British bikers did exactly what was needed. Got the seal back in without damaging the Chrome fork (hopefully) & string it up! Awesome motorcycling community ❤️👍
I appreciate that. You have to do what's needed to keep going.
Yes, Very SAD that the mechanic in Whitehorse who changed her seals did NOT get the circlip seated into the catch grove correctly.
yes you have to know how when you are touring in places that don't have things you need
And it really helps to be a cute blonde girl
A big thank you to the Brits! Guardian angels are companions wherever Itchy Boots travels! The video of this region is amazing. Wide open spaces of Alaska are breathtaking!
Yesssss.... Guardian angels backup Noraly everywhere and everytime 24 hours full years.
Greeting from Indonesia
I am convinced Noraly has guardian angels hovering above her and manifest themselves as Roger or Chris or anyone else who has helped her along this journey. It’s totally awesome!!❤❤❤
Roger with the chainsaw was the craziest, haha! But these British riders warmed my heart the most
Of course! And the angel also operates the drone.
Or the world is just not as dark and gloomy and pessimistic as everyone likes to make it seem.
@@franktechmaniac7488 She don't need an angel for that. Noraly operates the drone herself while riding her bike with one hand on the gas and the other hand controlling the remote for the drone.
Iam sure you are a flat earther as well...
As soon as I saw a bunch of gray haired dudes in ADV riding gear, I knew you were going to be looked after and good to go. It seems like those kind of riders, no matter where they are at or where they are from, are just like that. They've got bags of experience, are good at problem-solving and improvising, and are willing to help out a fellow rider in distress. Major kudos to the British ADV guys.
That’s because the old guys understand that we all need each other and more importantly grew up riding bikes that broke down regularly. The only way home was to fix em
I’ve started riding a few years ago but there is something about older ADV riders that gives me that reassurance that I wish all people saw when looking at motorcyclists. I’m 29 and a woman and I’ve had the best interactions with older bikers
@@davidcolinfisher1034 Maybe, maybe not. Neither one of us was there to see exactly what was going on with that seal. Seems to me it was probably incorrectly installed. I saw the fork seal retaining clip sitting on the dust seal. My guess is that it was not fully seated by whoever changed her seals. Otherwise I can't figure why it would have already been gushing oil like that. And I'm not so sure re-routing the brake line would have been so easy. You'd have to disconnect the brakes, introducing air to the line, losing brake fluid. If they had no brake fluid to refill with, I'd leave it alone until I was in a place to take care of it. It was an improvised emergency road-side repair that did what it was intended to do; it got her to Anchorage.
@@jwaller1327 They might have been able to dismount the caliper to move and reroute without disconnecting, but maybe not. I don't think I would have wanted to try that on the spot, either.
Three cheers for those great British bikers/mechanics who selflessly patched Alaska up and made this video even more entertaining than it would have been without their contribution! Fair weather and safe travelling to them, and to our favorite, fearless adventurer and heroine, Noraly!!
Noraly, you truly have angels protecting you! Kudos to those British bikers and their MacGyver skills for helping you out.
LOL "MacGyver skills"
🙏God's Blessings and safety on your journey, Noraly.
I agree and have said the same that she has an angel following her journey.
@@gdroege44 ...it must be that the angel has taken the form of a mosquito swarm.
@jxeral agreed mechanical knowledge and skills is important. I believe this is precisely why Noraly does regular services, often way sooner than required, and she carries limited lightweight spares. She's safety orientated which is really smart! I'd do the same in her position.
Hats off to the British bikers for helping Noraly. You did a great job, only graditude coming from Noraly's community to the British gentlemen who helped out!
So nice when everyone pitches in to help fellow humans when in trouble …the Brits are a lot like us Aussies, always willing to jump in and help ❤
Most people worldwide jump in and help, as we have seen on Noralys previous episodes.
Those blue eyes and cute smile open a alot of doors
Only Noraly can stop with a problem and miraculously she has a 'crew' to help out!! Wonderful!! Gives all of us a good feeling that the world is a good, good place!!!!
And whenever Noraly sees someone in trouble, she stops and asks if she can help! You’ll get what you give ❤
It always amazes me all this camaraderie between bikes and truck drives on the roads, helping out fellow drivers in need. As should do. An example to the rest of the society. God bless those British bikers intensely. 🇬🇧 👏
It helps to be an attractive young woman like her. Somebody else might not get as much help.
@@SteffiReitsch unfortunately, I agree.
bikers always help fellow bikers
It always does big bike help smaller bike, truckers helping each other out whoever on the road that need helps not until the politician comes in to the frame!
I find it as a cycle tourist. People always asking about my trip and helping me out. So nice. People in the countryside are the best. Big city people are different.
We brits love the Dutch people and the feeling seems to be mutual,so well done to the guys,there is no better feeling than helping a fellow traveller out. I thought they were going to have to resort to using a pair of your 'exploding pants' to fix the oil leak ha ha( I'm still chuckling about that) sooo funny!!. Happy travels Noraly 🤣
That was so funny wasn’t it
@@kathytracy7952 thanks kathy, I laughed so hard I fell off the sofa!!. We all love Noraly for her courageous exploits and her sense of fun, and showing us the wonderful people and places she visits. The exploding 'can can' will live long in my memory of this trip, super stuff!!. Cheers,Peter.
Thanks Noraly hurrah I got a heart too!! Loved it when you said ' shall I test it?and he said emphatically 'No' !! not till we've gone- priceless!! Just goes to show that 'string theory' actually works eh!!.
Pretty girls get everything.
Fine work by these gentlemen. On behalf of Noraly’s fans, we thank you.
Sometimes angels have chainsaws and sometimes they have string!😂
Great observation!
motorcyclists always help each other regardless of the country of origin, congratulations to those involved, big hug from Brazil.
"Angel Mechanics"~ those "English Bloks" are going to talking about their "genius" fix to Alaska's fork for years. Great Pub story, "How we saved Itichy Boots" in Alaska!!
Thank you for rescuing our girl Gentlemen!!
No panic from Noraly, she just "knows" it will all work out.
Oh WAIT!! I forgot to mention the Helicopter pilot who was flying a Glider in the wilds of Alaska. Now that's a real Adventurer! What a magnificant piece of technology he was trusting his life too! Thanks for steering Noraly to the "Angel Mechnics". You sir, in my mind, are part of this magical rescue!
Beautiful drone filming. Such interesting history of the copper mine. Wonder if it will be re-opened? Lots of EV's being built, gotta have batteries?
Motorcycle rider communities are awesome. They help each other whenever there is someone in need 🤘
You're so right, true biker spirit to help.
I had to laugh when Chris said at the end "On RUclips they will be complaining, saying we should have done xyz". .. us couch mechanics 😂
I stopped by to help out a harley guy find out why his bike was soo friggin loud !!! And he said that it is supposed to sound like that???? Very odd got a head start so I wouldn't have to listen to it 😀😀😀😀😀🏍🏍🏍
@@vprwave yes 😂
Noraly, I don't think your followers have fully realized the impact your travels and experiences are having on them, I for one am heartened to see parts of the world that are peaceful and friendly, the worlds media are doing the human race a disservice bringing only the tragic stories into our homes, we need to see more of the positive and friendly people like yourself to encourage and teach us to be good to all. I am not surprised you have angels to help you on your way. Thank you.
Never have I seen so much help for a person. She deserves it.Good folks in the world for sure.
and just so timely too !!!!!
Angels are following you or, perhaps a better word would be accompanying you on your trips. This time they disguised themselves as a nice group of British gentlemen who happen to ride motorcycles. Thank you for showing us the amazing, incredible, fabulous beauty of our planet. Godspeed.
Noraly, the international biking community really is like one big family. Always willing to help a fellow traveller in distress. Kudos to the British tour group for the repair job. Cheers, Dan. ✌️🇨🇦
I love how calm you stay when things goes awry. God bless you Noraly.
There is NO doubt you have a Guardian Angel . Round of applause to the British bikers. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
Noraly has met some really good folk's along her journey. Just recently the chain saw guy, and now a group of super nice British biker's just cruising around Alaska. What's the chance? Noraly is a good person, and attracts good people. Have a safe trip. John
Thank you for sharing your adventures! Two big lessons I get from your videos: 1) The world is much more fun to explore on a motorcycle and 2) There are still many good people out there.
“I still can’t quite believe that I made it to Alaska.” We believe it, Noraly! With your skills and determination, the sky’s the limit! 💪🏼
.... and Grace, too.
You definitely found another Roger!!! Kudu’s to Brit Chris and his adventure riders! A good person like you always finds likeminded help! Even though you had unwarranted fork seal issues, you rode through amazingly beautiful terrain! The aerial views were great! Onward through Alaska! Thanks Noraly for another day in your adventures!
My kudos to those British gentlemen that assisted you in repositioning the seal on your motorcycle left strut. Now, you and Alaska can continue your journey. Enjoy the breathtaking view of Alaska, and thank you for taking us along. Take care and be safe Noraly! 😊
I too broke a fork seal on the road between Tok and Glenallen. A hard to see frost heave created a 4-5 inch curb type rise of the asphalt that was essentially the same color and value and I hit it doing 45-50 mph as I slowed as much as I could before hitting it. The impact was compounded a bit because of this as the weight of the bike , myself and my gear shifted forward when hard braking. I was unable to get parts or service for my bike in Alaska without waiting 4-5 weeks so I had to ride back home on one fork. It really wasnt too bad except I had to watch my speed when going down inclines and turning, especially with the gear weight etc. I could share so many stories about that trip but will wrap it up by saying Thanks for sharing your adventures with us Noraly! I am enjoying them and the way you film and produce your videos reminds me of riding on my own trips.
Just love your videos...Those 5 British Guys just loved to help you...They could be as old as your own Father...You are just always so relaxed and tough as nails...Be safe and a good trip...You're Great !!!
That’s wonderful that the guy’s helped you fix your fork seal problem. Stunning landscape in this episode, thank you for sharing Noraly.
A good bit of emergency first aid for Alaska. Always heart warming to see people helping others out.
We were very happy to help :-) I take groups to Alaska from the UK and it can be very remote so everyone helps everyone else.
As a fellow Brit I still would like to say thank you for helping our Itchyboots 👍😁
Very well done Chris! 👍🏻💪🏻🛠
Your attitude and skill are exemplary .
Well done fix of a shops failure to do the work properly. A friend finds that on bikes that he works on too, wrong routing, fasteners out of place,ect.
Good call on no test ride before you guy's left That was too funny.
Another Brit here, well done ! Never seen that one before & will not forget it :)
It is always heartening to see complete strangers helping one out of trouble. Big salute the British Bikers for their camaraderie and innovative repair of the bike. For many viewers , to see an aeroplane parked at a roadside fuel station must have been surprising. Got to hear an Interesting conversation with the pilot. And we got to see some beautiful drone Shots of Alaska. SUPERB !!! Wish you good luck with the bike Noraly ... hopefuly there wont be any more leakages. Ride Safe
Actually that fuel station was at the Gulkana airport. Also It is So sad that the pilot gave her bad information about the fuel. The 100ll is NOT jet Fuel. The 100ll is just aviation gasoline that works perfectly well in cars or motorcycle engines.
You are an inspiration to all bikers worldwide, men and women, pros and beginners alike. Be safe with all your adventures. MORE POWER TO YOU !
She definitely not an inspiration to all bikers worldwide, she crashes her bike on the slightest hiccup, she rides her bike like she just started yesterday…
Brit bikers are heroes! Well done boys. Sure you are cheering at her success.
How on earth does she manage that every time something happens there are the right people there to help?
That's like a magic skill to have😎👍😁
The moment she brings out the drone, whole perspective changes. I am damn sure she can be the best cinematographer. Such a talanted person you are, Noraly. So glad I started watching your vlogs. I feel like I am with you on this journey. Thanks.
Love from India.
What a day! Amazing skies and scenery too along with ideal weather! Chris and the repair crew seemingly did a great job returning the seal retainer to its proper position but the string was a nice touch.
Noraly thank you so very much for taking me round the world. More informed now than ever before.
Good people always get help from similar others, and you never complain and are always optimistic and smile. The way you explain and are yourself makes your channel unique and it is a pleasure to watch my wife and I love it. Keep riding and sharing your travels to the world. Blessings.
Poor Alaska and her wounded knee. The Brits from the world biking community and their (Mcgyver) skills saved the day. As others have said, your guardian Angels put you and them in the right place at the right time. You journey has been an amazing adventure and through the ups and downs your smiling face makes all the big problems seem so small. Looking forward to seeing the rest of Alaska through your eyes and lens's.. Lets go...
That's quite a bummer Noraly to have the fork seal blow out that way, but fortunately you came across some good-ole British bikers who saved the day. So glad for you. Love from Tennessee.
Everyone is saying how good the Brit bikers were - one of them was wearing a My Names Doddie snood- absolute megastar for helping fight that horrendous disease
MND. Fantastic 🎉🎉
What a testament to all the good in the world...seeing those British bikers laughing and really enjoying helping you when they were not so sure themselves that it would work.Following your videos and others we see that there are so many good and helpful people in the world.
What a great group of guys! I love how they jumped in to help!!
Just a small snafu…no money. Glad all worked out. I know you can see a lot of scenery from the road but the drone just puts a new dimension to everything. What a bummer on the seal, but thank goodness, the cavalry arrived for a Mcgyver patch! And through it all, you teach us to think positive. You are nothing short of shining star, continuing to show the beauty and history 😮in a day in Alaska. Thanks for spectacular video.
Love it when there’s always a helping hand when you needed it… good job guys 🤙
Yea! For the Brits!! Glad they helped you out and were so happy to do so. This was a beautiful ride thanks.
Hi Noraly, thanks to those British bikers who lend their hands to fix Alaska. Huge respect. I remember Savannah how the Kalahari riders joined you bringing parts until the end of the race. Well I think Savannah is in good place now 🙂. Again, good luck to you and Alaska. Ride safe as always.
You touched on a couple "fears" I have while riding -- finding myself short of cash and none of the cards work. And an unexpected mechanical problem. The big difference for me though is I'm not in the wilderness. I guess I should quit worrying and move ahead. You model a real adventure spirit.
And I have to say the scenery, landscapes, and people you meet become more and more interesting all the time. A great video!
Looks like a rookie wrench sabotaged your ride. Bloody good thing the team of well humoured gents who actually knew what they were doing were there to help bail you out. That’s the moto community for you, solo or not, we’re never really alone.
Idk. She did a ton of rough riding and eating mud with the bike. A muddy bike and one branch sticking into the seal is enough to press dirt into it... The only thing you can do is to control the seals and the chrome for dents&leaks. But sometimes stuff breaks, even when installed properly.
Idk…properly installed fork seals don’t just fall out & that brake line routing isn’t just bad, it’s potentially dangerous. Not saying it was intentional “sabotage”, but poor work that creates equipment fails & safety hazards needn’t be to still cause serious issues.
@@beakittelscherz5419 I bet they overfilled with oil when they replaced the seal. If you fill by volume intead of measuring height of oil in the fork it will happen.
@@beakittelscherz5419
@@beakittelscherz5419 I totally agree. Norally always travels the roughest backroads possible. She beats her suspension to death, I can somewhat see why her fork seal failed.
She doesn't like riding on paved roads, and her riding skills can stand a good deal of improvement. Her bike has well over 15,000 miles on it, and it's loaded heavily.
Noraly, you know what? I've have been your subscriber for some time now, and normally I should have gotten used to your way of being by now. But, every time I watch a new episode, you manage to amaze me. I just can't believe that a woman like you really exists. No matter how strange or difficult a situation may be, even so, you manage to see a good side of that situation, no matter how unpleasant it may be. This fact is certainly not one of the characteristics of women generally speaking, or at least, I have never met one so far and by the way, I'm 64. Thank you Noraly, for everything you do for us. You take us with you to places where some of us, as men, hardly dare to dream. Surely most of us who "go" to all places with you, we would give a lot to sit at a campfire in Alaska and you to tell us everything you've been through. Thank you again Noraly!
What a great promotional video for the 'mechanics' at the Honda dealership in Whitehorse.
You are amazing, Noraly -- resourceful and admirable! Your card is declined? You resolve that problem at the first ATM. The front fork seal gives up -- but you find help. You ride on cautiously, and serenely admire the scenery as though nothing has happened all day. Nothing seems to puncture your confidence and ability to enjoy whatever's happening, whatever the circumstances. As I said, you're admirable.
I love hearing Itchy Boots’ “Good morning internet, “ it literally never fails to make my day. 😂 thanks for the content itchy boots and keep up the good work!!!
It's Like in the famous movie back in time... "Good morning Vietnam". Definitely a cool greeting.
I'm with Karina!
indeed !
Yess everyone yess
@@karlabdool yes 🙌
I see the comments below. Its a constant theme with Noraly! Throughout all of her series, people go out of their way to help her! Does not matter what or when - the common denominator is you! You continue to always bring out the best in people! So glad you made it to Alaska! I want to go to the Yukon because of you! Cant wait to see Alaska!
I love the humor from the British guys and the guy with Plane was cool too, as beautiful as the views are and the bike rides are the people videos in my humble opinion are just as good.
As a Canadian rider with adventure riding experience, i am ashamed and embarrassed by the TERRIBLE service at the Honda dealer in Whitehorse. First they made Noraly walk half an hour back to her hotel at the time of the service and then installed the fork seal incorrectly , such that it failed after only a few days of riding. Itchy Boots has received fantastic service for her bike throughout South and Central America and the US. Sadly her attempt to get the same level of caring was completely absent at Yukon Honda. I can only hope that Honda Canada gets word of this mess and has a word with the dealership. I shall miss your posts when the journey is over Noraly.
They did a very poor job and their service was lacking not giving Noraly a courtesy bike. They obviously didn't know who she was and missed a great opportunity to make some good PR. Imbeciles.
TOTALMENTE creo que la concesionaria Honda de WhiteHorse quedo realmente PARA EL CULO!!!!! It was also the ONLY CHAPTER where Noraly did not say goodbye as she usually does..... incredible, prophetic
So glad you were able to continue. Meeting those British gentlemen was a god send. Looking forward to your next adventure.
This is exactly what biking is all about, I always stop to help out a fellow biker, i love your interaction with other people,I love your vids Noraly keep them coming.👍🇬🇧
The British bikers were great in helping you! Certainly Alaska has performed well given the vast number of KM and difficult terrain traveled. Know with your determination and positive attitude you’ll work through this!!👍👏
thanks for showing the old guys. I'm 76 and ready for a new adventure. now I can add small bike to option
Hi
Am from Malawi Africa...I've been following you since you were in Zimbabwe... thank you very much I've seen the world through you❤❤❤
You know you're in Alaska when the locals are rocking Bunny Boots! Great group of British Blokes, they surely saved the day! Ride safe Noraly!
Yeah, wearing them in the summer. Probably long johns on too. Locals know the score.
Those boots are hot in the winter! Wouldn't want to be in the same room when he takes them off..UFFFFDA!!
Noraly! you and your road angels my goodness. Thank you to my fellow Brits for helping out Noraly, you are stars.
what a great bunch of Blokes! I love the global riding community. You story continues to inspire me, and my 5 year old son is you BIGGEST fan. Everytime I suit to go on a tour he calls me "Mr Itchy boots" lol.
The old Honda "you meet the nicest people on a Honda" advert is still valid.
Many people I doubt remember those adds. At age 56 and a life long rider i do
Just a great video. You have proven to the world that no matter where you go, there are wonderful people.
You had real good luck that Chris and his friends stopped by at the same time and they got the seal back so dirt doesn 't go in the shock!
They also sound very British 👍👍
Well done guys
Sorry I'd paused the video and commented - lesson learned but will probably make similar mistakes in the future
What gorgeous landscapes again, Norali! As an ex-aviation guy, I appreciate the fantastic skies of Alaska! And the motor glider helicopter pilot!
You get by with a little help from your friends. Thanks Chris and Gary for helping Noraly! Nice episode, Noraly! Thanks!
Bikers have a infinity with each other regardless of nationality or race, always prepared to help others out.
Chris en zijn vrienden hebben goed werk geleverd met dit vorkverbinding ! Bravo voor deze Britse motorrijders ! Well done !...
Om 18:30 Wat een ongelooflijke brug die de Copper River oversteekt ! Een hoog oprijzend landschap ! Dank je wel voor de video !
I’m very sure you are capable of taking care of any repairs or drama towards the end of this journey. You are a force !
Once again a man steps in to help save the day!!!!!!!!!...........LOL
so nice to see those British guys are helping you out Noraly, truly chivalry isn't dead up to now 😊
You chose the perfect music for the drone ride, since we all needed to calm down after the "excitement" of the fork seal. British boys bind Boot's busted bike bit. This episode's equivalent of Roger on a bike with a chainsaw just at the right time.
That there's some mighty fine alliteration!
Brits to the rescue. the motorcycle community is the best. No matter where you are or you background, two wheels creates instant friends.
Those Brits were a godsend having the mechanical know-how to patch up your fork so you could continue your journey. McGyver would be proud of them. This episode was a little bit of a nail-biter. Your filming once again captured Alaska's stunning landscape. Good video.
For Noraly nothing is tragic ... there is always an angel around the corner waiting for her!😍👍👍👍
Super great of those guys to lend a hand. Those brits can really engineer some cool things. I remember seeing your friend Ed March create a three wheeler in the middle of nowhere out of a c90 and parts from the junkyard!! Bikers are the best! Safe travels!!
Nice to see those gentlemen helped you👍Just can't get enough of your journey. Those 25 minutes flow by. Ride safe and enjoy yourself 😎
Wow!!! Even with a blown seal you still produced a fantastic episode!!! Beautiful!
That guy that was helping you with directions look like Rumpelstiltskin. An what a bunch of good old boys. Pints all around.
@Noraly, The seal that came out was the dust seal and that was pushed out by the oil seal letting go. But the Whitehorse dealer clearly didn't pay due care and attention when replacing the oil seals. If your able, try and buy genuine Honda oil and dust seals (in this instance genuine is ALWAYS better than pattern/3rd party parts). Hopefully the stanchions (chrome part) hasn't been scored by the dirt/oil etc.
And regarding my fellow brit motorcyclists, that's how we roll 🙂 I do it all the time, I managed to help a guy with a blown fuse and partially melted fuse-box on a Honda CBR900RR, he texted me a a few weeks later saying my repair had held up for a month until he was able to find a replacement fuse-box off ebay .
Did any of those bikers have a YT channel..?
ADV riders are the best....so many times I have been helped as well and I ALWAYS stop to help anyone in need. Cheers for the Brits! Thats what makes this community so special. This situation is another proof point why I do all my own work on my bikes. I know that isn't always possible on a year long trip like what Noraly is doing but it saddens me that the mechanic did such a poor job.
The motorcycle community is very willing to help another it's a great community of people 👍🇺🇲
So thankful the British Gentlemen were able to help you out. Again, such beautiful country
You are very fortunate, Noraly!! The Copper River is where the great Salmon come from!!! Yum!!!
Love your videos and following your travels, Noraly, thank you! As an Alaskan that has traveled these roads several times, a small correction if I may. You crossed the mighty Copper River right after you started on the gravel portion (which you did not show), and the bridge you were sitting on looking down at the river far below is the Kuskalana, and then paralleling the Chitina River on your way into McCarthy. This little side road into the mountains in underrated in my opinion...happy that you chose to go there!!
Amazing state Alaska is and bike!! A big thank you to Chris and friends for helping you out on your front shock! The use of string to keep the seal in place was ingenious! Biker community is awesome! Looking forward to all your adventures in Alaska! 😀😎
Props to those men who helped you!
The biking community saves the day again. Great work by those guys. We'll see how long the jury rig holds, but I've seen repairs like that hold for a long while.
Other than that, another epic Itchy Boots adventure with wide open skies, endless forests and majestic mountains.
Safe onward travels, Noraly.
My Wife and I just Love You and pray daily for your safety and success, We never mis one of your videos and cannot wait to see " Itchy Boots the Movie" Lord Give Thee Strength!
The adventure continues! Well done Brit bikers, you’re legends now. Alaska looks huge and beautiful. Copper river salmon are renowned for their taste, I hope you get to eat some salmon while you are Alaska.