My fight through the CAMEROON jungle continues [S7-E71]

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  • čas přidán 6. 01. 2024
  • This is part 2 of the day that I tried to ride to Kribi, in Cameroon. The stretch between Loum and Yabassi turned out to be the most challenging riding I've ever done I think, and there is just no end to the extreme mud, water and steep climbs.. I'm starting to think I'm never getting out of this jungle!
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  • @JackJernigan-ph9cr
    @JackJernigan-ph9cr Před 3 měsíci +201

    At the bike-wash: Noraly says, "I went Loum Yabassi." The man asks, "You were there?" She nods. The man turns and calls out to someone, "She did Loum to Yabassi!" He turns back to Noraly and asks, "With this motorbike here?" Noraly says, "Yeah." Good to see her get the respect she so richly deserves!👍

  • @chipv.4585
    @chipv.4585 Před 3 měsíci +243

    Me and my 86 year old Mother have been watching you for years. This morning i told her you have a new video out, she got so excited and asked can we watch it now. You put a smile on our face with each new video. Thank you

    • @hodaka1000
      @hodaka1000 Před 3 měsíci +8

      Your mum sounds really cool 💐

    • @chipv.4585
      @chipv.4585 Před 3 měsíci +11

      @@hodaka1000 she is.. our family grew up riding in the desert, she rode too. My sister had a hodaka super rat. Thank you for your kind words.

    • @hodaka1000
      @hodaka1000 Před 3 měsíci

      @@chipv.4585
      Excellent, give her a kiss on the forehead for me and say g'day from Australia
      I miss my mum

    • @georgejetson9801
      @georgejetson9801 Před 3 měsíci +5

      @@chipv.4585 oh wow a hodaka! haven't heard that name in ages. was my 2nd bike.

    • @bhatkrishnakishor
      @bhatkrishnakishor Před 3 měsíci +5

      My nine year old and I got this ritual too 🙂

  • @N1inSK
    @N1inSK Před 3 měsíci +58

    Once again: If there's anyone from Honda watching this adventure, Honda needs to sponsor Itchy Boots!

    • @PRAISETHELORDJESUSCHRIST
      @PRAISETHELORDJESUSCHRIST Před 2 měsíci +4

      Really Honda has to encourage her travel by providing all help including provision of necessary spare parts and travel assistance wherever it is possible.

    • @technicalconsalts9743
      @technicalconsalts9743 Před 2 měsíci +2

      And Bridgestone tyre's too

    • @austinkungu3962
      @austinkungu3962 Před 2 měsíci +3

      Very True, actually Honda should give full sponsorship+goodies

    • @saheltaja
      @saheltaja Před 2 měsíci +1

      @@technicalconsalts9743Isn’t she running a Pirelli front and a Dunlop rear though?

    • @SamTurring
      @SamTurring Před měsícem +1

      Yes id be interested to know what tyres

  • @jamesambrocio
    @jamesambrocio Před 3 měsíci +18

    17:06 There guy's face when she said "Loum to Yabassi" 😟
    🤣🤣🤣

  • @kaizen2049
    @kaizen2049 Před 3 měsíci +1164

    I would be on the side of the road crying after everything noraly has endured riding through these treacherous roads with no much food for strength...she's definitely a superhuman

    • @martincannon1078
      @martincannon1078 Před 3 měsíci

      I would never have gone there in the first place. But this lady is so special nothing scares her. It's in her genes. @@Dipeshgiri7

    • @MichaelReidOttawa
      @MichaelReidOttawa Před 3 měsíci +18

      I was going to say the same thing! 😢

    • @alias2908
      @alias2908 Před 3 měsíci +24

      Yes, superwomen actually 😳

    • @jfc213
      @jfc213 Před 3 měsíci +23

      you are so right i couldent do it and she is thinking about making videos as well WOW JUST WOW AND I LOVED THE LONG WAY ROUND HA HA HA JOKE

    • @robertscranton2358
      @robertscranton2358 Před 3 měsíci +12

      AGREED!

  • @mlaudisa
    @mlaudisa Před 3 měsíci +230

    This channel is better than any documentary, and Noraly is such a tough and resilient person, it's fantastic. Thanks for bringing us such compelling content!

  • @davecollins6122
    @davecollins6122 Před 3 měsíci +203

    Any off-road motorcycle rider will appreciate how physically demanding this is!
    Hats off you Noraly 😊

    • @chumamakasi6682
      @chumamakasi6682 Před 3 měsíci +4

      I'm not sure one needs to be a motorcycle rider to appreciate her journeys, truly incredible.

    • @ahoranui
      @ahoranui Před 3 měsíci +1

      Am not a rider but do realize how demanding it is on arms and back.

    • @Amari-Leman
      @Amari-Leman Před 3 měsíci +1

      Thank you for your unbeatable struggles through muddy jungles.

    • @kusumawardhana4253
      @kusumawardhana4253 Před 3 měsíci

      mentally as well ... She is mentally strong and always be positive .. not all rider even men can do that ..

    • @chipm2544
      @chipm2544 Před měsícem

      It looks very challenging. Do what she did on a motorcycle and you will have an even greater appreciation for what she accomplished. It’s always easy watching, & it’s easy to say that looks tough, but doing what she just did takes a lot of skill, experience, wisdom, tenacity & guts. Been there, done that.

  • @chumamakasi6682
    @chumamakasi6682 Před 3 měsíci +113

    Noraly you have no idea the mental anguish you put us your viewers through in the last episode and this one. I am not sure any Hollywood thriller remotely comes close to the stories of your journeys, totally wonderful. An award must be created specially for you, honestly, you are amazingly incredible, much salute to you.

    • @irfanshalistani
      @irfanshalistani Před 3 měsíci

      Love from ladakh vlogs ❤

    • @francisushie1792
      @francisushie1792 Před 3 měsíci

      I felt a lot of anguish and mental torture seeing Noraly on this jungle of Cameroon. Thumbs for you,Noraly.

    • @herbie759
      @herbie759 Před 3 měsíci +2

      Hollywood would never show how nice these people are cause USA is supposed to be the best

    • @paulosa9906
      @paulosa9906 Před 3 měsíci

      Everyone is dead as soon as they step in to Africa as they make you believe.We’re all zombies because everyone is dead.😂😂😂

    • @paulosa9906
      @paulosa9906 Před 3 měsíci

      Wow.. This woman stresses me out in a good way..And I still love her 😂😂🎉🎉

  • @lasliegeorgesjr8970
    @lasliegeorgesjr8970 Před 3 měsíci +343

    As a Cameroonian who has travelled through this roads on a road trip, these cameras do it no justice, it's far worst than what this camera shows, she's definitely got bones of steel! Keep going! Yes, Cameroonians are nice, that's the only positive to take away!

    • @adexdeo13a
      @adexdeo13a Před 3 měsíci +8

      Why are the back roads so bad? Couldn't the villages along the path fill it with granite given that Cameron has mountains. Hopefully, the main routes are much more better.

    • @jasonzerbini2375
      @jasonzerbini2375 Před 3 měsíci +6

      Thank you for stating that lasliegeorges! The GoPro tends to level terrain. I know its always worse that it looks, even when it looks bad. Peace!

    • @gcorriveau6864
      @gcorriveau6864 Před 3 měsíci +5

      Nice - definitely! But also, resilient, resourceful, determined, patient!! and so many other things. As Noraly said to the daily biker - "Respect!" to Camaroonians! I'd love to visit your country some day - so beautiful altogether - but my 'adventure' travel days are over. Now just an 'armchair' voyageur. Merci pour tous!

    • @gcorriveau6864
      @gcorriveau6864 Před 3 měsíci +11

      @@adexdeo13a Be thankful (in whatever country we live) when we have infrastructure and stable government and get to pay taxes to keep it all running! yes?

    • @atangapaul1141
      @atangapaul1141 Před 3 měsíci +5

      ​@@adexdeo13asay it's corruption

  • @MeYagsEnjoy
    @MeYagsEnjoy Před 3 měsíci +237

    Hats off to the locals who helped you out everytime. They didn’t think twice before getting dirty to help you.

    • @amahct
      @amahct Před 3 měsíci +17

      The roads in Cameroon are not the best, so we are used to helping each other on the road.

    • @jaibusby673
      @jaibusby673 Před 3 měsíci +9

      yeaH they seem like very nice people, nice to see in such outa way place

    • @Sladep123
      @Sladep123 Před 3 měsíci +7

      Lived in Cameroon from '82-'84 and traveled as much bush as we could. Cameroonians were always the kindest without exception.

  • @mkhululimogale8832
    @mkhululimogale8832 Před 3 měsíci +16

    This is better than watching Africa through the BBC

  • @timothykasules7990
    @timothykasules7990 Před 3 měsíci +25

    I love that Noraly is a very ambitious and courageous lady but above all very humble. I liked the way she greets everybody and that part after they pushed her out of the mud pool where the vehicle was stuck and she stopped to thank them. Very heart warming. She is a super woman

  • @fredeokolo8717
    @fredeokolo8717 Před 3 měsíci +89

    Itchy Boots courage and tenacity leaves me speechless even as an African.

    • @badaboys2098
      @badaboys2098 Před 3 měsíci +1

      Africa is a continent not country 😮

  • @acheartist
    @acheartist Před 3 měsíci +37

    Shout out to the men (at the stuck van) who completely entrenched themselves in waist deep mud to assist you. They were dressed so nice and travelers themselves, it appeared. I can only imagine the situation they had to endure being stuck on the side of the road in mud soaked clothes awaiting help for hours!

  • @Sladep123
    @Sladep123 Před 3 měsíci +54

    Lived in Cameroon from '82-'84 and traveled as much in the bush as we could. No internet, TV, satelite, phones, newspapers, etc., so very remote and cut-off from news and info which was a great experience. Cameroonians were extremely friendly and helpful just as was shown in these videos. Always willing to help, answer questions, etc. Never a bad experience. Makes me a bit homesick and brings back good memories.

    • @melanielotos6139
      @melanielotos6139 Před 3 měsíci +8

      This says a lot about how „the entertainment ( indoctrination ) industry“ has screwed with humanity!
      We humans are wired to collaborate and support each other not to compete and cheat. The world is unfortunately run by psychopaths. I’ve been to 46 countries so far and Noraly is an amazing human being showing many people how different our world is from what many are taught.

    • @stratocasterblue
      @stratocasterblue Před 3 měsíci +3

      @@melanielotos6139 Another person that recognizes what is really going on around us, stealing and selling personal info about each other is disgusting canniballistic behavior, aka patriot act, we are all supposed to support protect each other just like you said.

    • @fupopanda
      @fupopanda Před 3 měsíci

      @@melanielotos6139 Not really. Human history is choke-full of atrocities toward each other.

    • @stratocasterblue
      @stratocasterblue Před 3 měsíci +1

      @@fupopanda But never within its own community like now

  • @markfleming3659
    @markfleming3659 Před 3 měsíci +8

    Girl, that little Honda doesn't owe you a penny. It has given you every thing you could ask of it. I'm as impressed with the Honda as I am with you.

  • @bogey149
    @bogey149 Před 3 měsíci +42

    Well done Noraly, a perfect demonstration of how to ride in those difficult conditions. As a former motorcycle "Trials" rider, I can tell that your throttle and clutch control is spot on. It amuses me to read comments saying that she should "Gas" it to get through the mud..! It's obvious that with the deep ruts, and water filled ditches of unknown depth, this would lead to certain disaster. A broken or drowned motorcycle, or worst still a broken Noraly..!

    • @jasonzerbini2375
      @jasonzerbini2375 Před 3 měsíci +3

      Great comment. You speak Wisdom, unlike others we have seen! Peace!

    • @johnknight-wj3tv
      @johnknight-wj3tv Před 3 měsíci +2

      There are nearly 2,000 comments on here, I had no idea that I’d replied to that many..So this must be 2,001..!

  • @TigerMoodsChannel24
    @TigerMoodsChannel24 Před 3 měsíci +68

    her dedication & spirit to ride till the end are purely respected. she is the queen of such extreme routes.

  • @GerardMiles
    @GerardMiles Před 3 měsíci +9

    YOU ARE EXHUSTED. So am I ...... and I was only watching !!!!! I take my hat off to you Noraly !! You are a seriously tough lady ! Safe travels from New Zealand

  • @ronaldkobbo7347
    @ronaldkobbo7347 Před 2 měsíci +4

    The worst part of my day is when you say....with a smile "...so I am gonna end this video". Somehow, I don't want it all to end. It's fascinating, it's inspiring, it's amazing and it's tough. You are a fighter ma'am. One who carries a warm smile and chuckle for everyone they find. You one in a million. Keep them coming. We love you. We love them. . . A LOT!

  • @cjctucson7683
    @cjctucson7683 Před 3 měsíci +97

    Wow, what an epic journey. You know you did something big when the guy at the carwash yells to all his friends "she rode from Louma to Kribi by herself". You are the toughest, sweetest person on 2 wheels. And, you can tell all the locals really appreciate you and your respect for them and your constant smile. Be Safe!

  • @MikePara111
    @MikePara111 Před 3 měsíci +134

    Hats off to Noraly for taking on the toughest ride ever! She's not just a rider, she's a total warrior.

    • @gbubtzy
      @gbubtzy Před 3 měsíci +1

      A good warrior chooses his or her battle wisely.

    • @dokmc636
      @dokmc636 Před 3 měsíci

      You're a genius!!! Half in the billions 💪🏿💪🏿💪🏿

    • @martinschwartz7342
      @martinschwartz7342 Před 3 měsíci +2

      Are there any real roads in Cameroon? No use in owning an automobile there. Even a bicycle is not practical.
      Noraly is a very brave and capable person.

  • @ReneFabre
    @ReneFabre Před 3 měsíci +18

    Seriously, I can't imagine these roads as my local everyday routes. No disrespect at all, just unimaginable to this old guy where I'm from. Tip of the hat to the locals and their kindness for helping out and their advice. Bless you Noraly for being a great world citizen and expecting the best and getting it from most everyone you meet. I find it such an inspiration. Most media only chronicles the bad, yet here you are in the jungle, stuck on a muddy road, and where I come from they'd say in the middle of absolutely nowhere. Yet here you are with muddy Alaska in Cameroon. You are somewhere and the wonderful people of this place show up with kindness, willing hearts, and want to help. I can only deduct that the world is a far greater and a better place than we are often led to believe. Continued safe travels my dear online brave and traveling friend. Blessings!

  • @thomism1016
    @thomism1016 Před 3 měsíci +4

    This sort of adventure should be reserved for the DRY SEASON. Much easier.

    • @joeayako3305
      @joeayako3305 Před 3 měsíci +1

      In central Africa you cannot predict when dry season will be…🤷🏻‍♂️🤷🏻‍♂️

  • @thomasshelby2378
    @thomasshelby2378 Před 3 měsíci +42

    Cameroon is a whole new level unlocked. Nice work Noraly . Welcome to Africa in Miniature. We have Savanna, Grasslands, Desert in the North, Plateau, Lakes, Oceans and many more amazing geological features for you to explore. Not forgetting tons of very delicious dishes (delicacies). And a big flex of Bilingualism

    • @OtheDaddy
      @OtheDaddy Před 3 měsíci +7

      Exactly, except that Cameroon is Multilingual!

  • @howardcobb4354
    @howardcobb4354 Před 3 měsíci +69

    I don't know what to say - your remarkable determination,stamina, and seemingly inexhaustible enthusiasm on these "roads" , is astonishing. Quite how the locals do it everyday is staggering. ❤

  • @gopuprakash160
    @gopuprakash160 Před 3 měsíci +22

    What a terrific expedition this has turned out to be. This was perhaps the toughest I have ever seen you go through, Noraly. You can really gauge the toughness of the journey by seeing the reaction of the locals when they hear where you traveled from. Had it not been for you, I'd have never known such places and the resilience of the people in those places. You, yourself are such a resilient person! Most of us, including me, would have already given up in the face of those challenges. You're indeed an amazing inspiration to people all around the world

  • @luciawepener
    @luciawepener Před 3 měsíci +12

    Noraly is a warrior,fighting these bad roads. Your channel is better than anything on TV. Respect to the locals ride this road everyday. Awesome people in Cameroon.

  • @chriskane8625
    @chriskane8625 Před 3 měsíci +106

    Thanks Noraly for being born with the guts I wasn't. Your travels are amazing. Be safe.

    • @KlausZanetti
      @KlausZanetti Před 3 měsíci +1

      chriskane on Itchy Boots ! What a surprise 😀 ! Hi, dear friend 🙋‍♂. I`m watching Noraly since many years and I can proudly tell you, I have seen each episode on her channel.
      Until next time, bye.

    • @veritassempre
      @veritassempre Před 3 měsíci +1

      When God was handing out courage, Noraly received ten times the normal amount.

  • @mccoveylloyd5753
    @mccoveylloyd5753 Před 3 měsíci +44

    Now this is real tourism, getting the local experience and appreciate people's daily struggles in rural Africa, hats off to you Noraly for embracing the challenge

  • @cbpaton53
    @cbpaton53 Před 3 měsíci +3

    ... there would be only muzak and no commentary if I rode there, Noraly's commentary is completely free of expletives, impressive :)

  • @merotumi1
    @merotumi1 Před 3 měsíci +13

    Hats off for you Noraly. Choosing the Loum-Yabassi track was insane and by doing that you have shown the world just how excellent a rider you are. Even the locals were stunned seeing such a performance from a super Lady. I am sure even the male riders will stand on their feet watching this episode. It was an amazing and daring adventure which you did with flying colors👌. Thank God for always sending help for you. We love you dear❤.

  • @catemoon
    @catemoon Před 3 měsíci +98

    Noraly is the embodiment of what we call “a trooper.” Just unbelievable the tenacity of this woman.

    • @alpovratia6488
      @alpovratia6488 Před 3 měsíci +5

      Super trooper...

    • @advaddictees
      @advaddictees Před 3 měsíci +1

      Mud Trooper

    • @seattleogre
      @seattleogre Před 3 měsíci +2

      Not only tenacity but physicality and endurance. Pity the fool who ever wants to tussle with this fireplug. Scary. Ride Free Noraly!

  • @user-qk4jc4pi7m
    @user-qk4jc4pi7m Před 3 měsíci +584

    When a Cameroonian says the road is bad, you'd need believe it! Could it be any worse in your dreams?

    • @skyheart1495
      @skyheart1495 Před 3 měsíci +21

      I would have said ‘no thankyou’ and gone another route 😂

    • @drdr73
      @drdr73 Před 3 měsíci +15

      very true.when a local says "dont go"pl dont put yourself in danger....it's not worth...i dont want to watch such a vid where you are putting yourslf in danger....pl stay safe.....

    • @user-qk4jc4pi7m
      @user-qk4jc4pi7m Před 3 měsíci

      Maybe so, but that's not Noraly@@skyheart1495

    • @user-qk4jc4pi7m
      @user-qk4jc4pi7m Před 3 měsíci

      She doesn't know what play it safe means. That maybe why she has 2 million followers.@@drdr73

    • @veysisitilci7697
      @veysisitilci7697 Před 3 měsíci +2

      She is MAZOİST….😊😊😊

  • @gasolinepearl6567
    @gasolinepearl6567 Před 3 měsíci +14

    Much respect to you and shout out to the people of Cameroon for all the help they provided along the way.❤

  • @lexluthor8539
    @lexluthor8539 Před 2 měsíci +2

    I grew up in Cameroon. Lovely country! The roads are just a part of the daily adventure , no tv or internet needed 😄

  • @ROTV-DanLockhart
    @ROTV-DanLockhart Před 3 měsíci +28

    Until I started watching Noraly's channel, I could have never imagined "roads" in such conditions. From Central and South America to Africa. A daily challenge to ride a few kilometers. Amazing and to be able to narrate, record, edit, produce the story.... outstanding. Thanks, Noraly!

  • @Safarinamahvlogs
    @Safarinamahvlogs Před 3 měsíci +288

    This stretch must have been toughest ride so far, hats off to grit and determination. Love from India 🇮🇳

    • @Any12379
      @Any12379 Před 3 měsíci +7

      I think ladakh is so good for rider.

    • @papajeff5486
      @papajeff5486 Před 3 měsíci +4

      And from East Tennessee

    • @kassb7405
      @kassb7405 Před 3 měsíci +2

      Glad you're back riding in Africa cause your journey in the continent is very interesting to watch, the challenges, the unknown and of course the beautiful scenery the lush mountains of Cameroon, by far your Africa adventure is far way better than the India adventure, IMO that was a boring series

    • @Bullshit1011
      @Bullshit1011 Před 3 měsíci +7

      ​@kassb7405 I hear you but the scenery in the 8ndian trip was mind blowing

    • @ginola03
      @ginola03 Před 3 měsíci +5

      I think Liberia was horibble

  • @MotoM0nk
    @MotoM0nk Před 3 měsíci +4

    This video really puts things into perspective and makes me appreciate what we have got like clean clothes, decent roads, meals, electricity, clean water, warm showers and so much more. Hats off to those living in hard conditions and those who travel - lots of love and respect!

  • @brooktu4249
    @brooktu4249 Před 3 měsíci +7

    What an episode!!! I'm exhausted 😂 We were hanging off the edge of our seats for the whole ride. Three episodes of mayhem and nightmare conditions.
    We're so deeply impressed with Noraly's sheer effort of will through Cameroon. And, weirdly, we all had a tear in our eyes for Alaska's fight through the conditions too.
    What a mighty little machine. It's so sad that Alaska's a little beaten up - since we've all been so far with her - but Noraly will fix that soon enough.
    I wouldn't mind if Noraly just took the week off to recover from this ordeal. Amazing. Impressive. Noraly 🙃

  • @55rkraju
    @55rkraju Před 3 měsíci +83

    Unbelievable courage of Noraly to drive in such horrible tracks, driving every minute in such muck is scary. How she retains her smile and greets people is a wonder despite all troubles. Kudos Noraly, brave rider.

  • @rahulpm6363
    @rahulpm6363 Před 3 měsíci +46

    Fearless on wheels, paving the way with grit and grace. Keep riding, trailblazer!❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @MaSTaKiLLaNo1
    @MaSTaKiLLaNo1 Před 3 měsíci +5

    You are by far the strongest woman on our planet. I absolutely love you and love to see the sheer will that you have❤ thank you for being you my mum would have loved to watch you ❤❤❤❤

    • @MaSTaKiLLaNo1
      @MaSTaKiLLaNo1 Před 3 měsíci

      @AliceStayner-vy2ep hello ❤️❤️

  • @deepakdongre7712
    @deepakdongre7712 Před 3 měsíci +2

    Can well relate to you throwing your arms and saying "I made it". What a ride...phew!!!

  • @johnplyler7054
    @johnplyler7054 Před 3 měsíci +21

    I think you summarized up your trip nicely: warm water, food, dry clean clothes, electricity, the little things to most of us, but not to the whole world.

  • @modernviking2.0
    @modernviking2.0 Před 3 měsíci +83

    Noraly knows how to make amazing cliffhangers to bring us back over and over in just this series alone. And I'm all here for it

  • @nileshdesai17
    @nileshdesai17 Před 3 měsíci +4

    Hats off to you Noraly! Locals are also so supportive. Thanks for introducing this world to us.

  • @nimrodmason3637
    @nimrodmason3637 Před 3 měsíci +11

    For me I would like to give a big shout to all the people that come quickly for your rescue when you need help
    The roads are absolutely bizarre
    And also your energy and passion is something else

  • @bridgetedwardsmentalhealth409
    @bridgetedwardsmentalhealth409 Před 3 měsíci +65

    Insane mud, and treacherous conditions. Huge respect Noraly! 🙏

  • @jossmaan2839
    @jossmaan2839 Před 3 měsíci +3

    The Dutch Heroine! With a stomach to match! Wow! You are way ahead of billions of men! Yours truly one of them!

  • @handycrowd
    @handycrowd Před 2 měsíci +1

    Just wow Noraly, that was tough, well done you!
    The appreciation never goes away, I first went to Africa way back in 1997 and ever since that time, every single time I step into a hot shower, I give thanks, every single time... 🙂
    Stay well!

  • @bencipherx
    @bencipherx Před 3 měsíci +3

    I like your unyielding spirit and how you compliment yourself after each obstacle. Du bist sehr wunderbar

  • @shakeelkhazi6427
    @shakeelkhazi6427 Před 3 měsíci +17

    Huge respect for the other daily commuters on those roads. Real survivors and heros of our world. Thanks Noraly for bringing this to the fore.

  • @Former_Pilot
    @Former_Pilot Před 3 měsíci +16

    Unbelievable stamina to make it through a day of slippery mud and deep puddles. I give major props to Honda for making a bike that can keep up with Noraly.

  • @clivethomas7823
    @clivethomas7823 Před 3 měsíci +9

    Your riding skills are amazing, your determination is amazing, Alaska is amazing and your positive vibes just shine through.

  • @barbaraholzimmer3291
    @barbaraholzimmer3291 Před měsícem

    "Hard work but paradise"- it is indeed a beautiful country with such varied terrain! Beautiful people as well.

  • @richardvervoorn6626
    @richardvervoorn6626 Před 3 měsíci +14

    Oh, my god Noraly, what a track you picked for yourself! And after all of that struggling you still have that wonderful smile to greet us as you recap the day. You are a LEGEND, as you say. This truly seems as tough a day as I’ve seen you have for a long time, speaks to the financial difficulties the Cameroonians face. I’m aghast at the response you had part way through exclaiming “PARADISE”. You truly can find the silver lining in any cloud. RESPECT…❤❤❤Rick

  • @ct6232
    @ct6232 Před 3 měsíci +18

    Noraly, you’re a trooper 🎉 always appreciative of the small things that we take for granted. Thank you for sharing your travels. ❤

  • @maxcactus7
    @maxcactus7 Před 3 měsíci +3

    17:13 The look of incredulity on that big fellow's face told the entire story! "You went from Loum.... to Yabassi.... on that bike?! She did Loum to Yabassi!!" He probably knows that exact ride in similar conditions has vanquished many lesser riders than Noraly!!

  • @user-fg7jk9cq1b
    @user-fg7jk9cq1b Před měsícem +1

    The road to Paradise is paved with....mud, mud and more mud.

  • @badfinger61
    @badfinger61 Před 3 měsíci +39

    Toughest roads ever, Noraly.
    I am always amazed how you and Alaska continue to push on, despite the struggles. And for the locals who have to tackle these roads everyday, I take my hat off to them.
    Hopefully a good long rest for bike and rider is coming soon!
    Best wishes for better roads and drier conditions in the coming weeks!

  • @UserName_no1
    @UserName_no1 Před 3 měsíci +13

    What is the definition of an oxymoron?
    Traveling some of the most horrendous paths (roads) there are to traverse and simultaneously telling us how beautiful the country is. Who needs to go to a gym when you can ride through Cameroon, heh?
    One tough bike, one tough woman. Respect.👍

  • @andyjk5974
    @andyjk5974 Před 3 měsíci +1

    the real definition of Adventure

  • @mazaphagboola9965
    @mazaphagboola9965 Před 2 měsíci +2

    Norally has a very nice nature in that she will always appreciate and thank all those who helped her out of her challenging situation. But we that are following your adventure are also going through tough time too.

  • @DianeGleason-tc9zd
    @DianeGleason-tc9zd Před 3 měsíci +37

    Such courage. She's all alone. Shows that if you overthink everything, trying to project all the possible consequences, you'll never do anything.
    Wow now this road is the hardest thing I have seen you drive!

  • @ragweed3524
    @ragweed3524 Před 3 měsíci +20

    I know it’s been said, but I will never ever complain about bad roads. I have no idea how you made it through that day…tenacity, perseverance , no words can describe it. You rock !!!! Great video, Noraly.

  • @petercook5418
    @petercook5418 Před 3 měsíci +3

    And you keep on smiling whatever the day throws at you! Love your travels Noraly, well done!!

  • @GeorgeHartmire
    @GeorgeHartmire Před 3 měsíci +4

    You are so awesome. Watching your videos struggling through the mud, potholes and boulders I am riding right along with you . I am right with you and when WE finally get some smooth road I AM SO TIRED AND SO PROUD OF YOU.I have two Harley’s and one is an Electra glide bagger and it is very troubling to get it back on its two wheels. 2:27
    I love you so much and your pleasant pleasant demeanor makes me feel wonderful. I wish we could be friends.

  • @robertscranton2358
    @robertscranton2358 Před 3 měsíci +18

    Noraly, I always tense up when you are stopped by a "road block" and surrounded by a group of men. Your safety is paramount for this dad of a daughter your age. Your determination on such a ride as in this episode, is UNBELIEVABLE! In your closing It's the simple things that SHOULD make each of us the happiest. Clean "dry" clothes, running WARM water, ELECTRICITY😲, man Do I have it easy here in Nevada, USA. A very heartfelt, THANK YOU for the ride👍👍. Bob in Nevada

  • @danomies
    @danomies Před 3 měsíci +47

    Thank goodness for the Cameroonian people 🙏🏼 Their kindness got you through the unkind roads and jungle madness. Glad you and Alakska are getting much needed rest and pampering in Kribi ❤ Well done Noraly and Alaska!

    • @Ck-zk3we
      @Ck-zk3we Před 3 měsíci +3

      She is completely reliant on the goodwil of others .
      Very exploitive

    • @victorhopper6774
      @victorhopper6774 Před 3 měsíci +4

      @@Ck-zk3we nonsense, she pays plenty.

  • @prabhjitsingh5536
    @prabhjitsingh5536 Před 3 měsíci +2

    " Its never over till its really over" - rightly exclaimed Ms Noraly. Hey the only reason one can watch Itchy Boots vlogs with peace of mind is the fact that the vlog has been already posted by Noraly because she is safe and sound. No worries. This makes for an excellent watching like a movie with happy ending. Good job in very tough conditions Noraly ... ride safe and stay safe.

  • @heinrichventer
    @heinrichventer Před měsícem

    OMG Noraly, you most definitely have the best spirit I have seen in a long time. Always positive, friendly and an inspiration to so many you meet on your journey, us included!

  • @jerryduncan8832
    @jerryduncan8832 Před 3 měsíci +23

    I started riding about 60 years ago, before enduro bikes existed. Yeah that is true. We loved riding the trails so when trail and enduro bikes came out we were in heaven. For those that don't ride ai can say that you can't imagine how physically punishing it can be. Bravo to Noraly. That is so much work, Athletic level. All the best my friend.
    ❤❤❤❤❤

  • @esthergrace6466
    @esthergrace6466 Před 3 měsíci +53

    Wow!!!!!! If taking “the road less traveled” was a person, it is you!! Hats off! And I like how in the midst of all the mess you stop to take in the view and chat now and then. Cameroonians are indeed nice people!

  • @blaiset.5552
    @blaiset.5552 Před 3 měsíci +5

    Cameroonians are some of the nicest people you’ll ever meet. Growing up there thought me how much were grateful and helpful to each other. We were just naive and appreciative of what we had! Good job and great video there!👏

  • @dipendhruv3951
    @dipendhruv3951 Před 3 měsíci +2

    All I can say is WOW! Noraly you keep doing the impossible, the hard, the treacherous with a smile and always with a smile & a laugh - your positivity is infectious !! Keep safe and we are all on the sidelines supporting you and in awe of your tough rides

  • @Rachel.4644
    @Rachel.4644 Před 3 měsíci +3

    Oh what a mess. The thrill of a dry road. The ecstasy of pavement. Finally a wash, food, and "essence" (petrol), laundry, and rest. You and Alaska are so tough! So proud of you.

  • @ericcox6764
    @ericcox6764 Před 3 měsíci +8

    Unbelievable!! Your excitement when you started yelling, "I did it, i did it", reminded me of the scene from your movie as you were approaching the Arctic Ocean. Maybe a few less tears of joy this time, but still amazing to witness.
    You rock sister!!!❤❤

  • @BlackThor15
    @BlackThor15 Před 3 měsíci +1

    There’s bad roads and then there’s Noraly trailing through the African forests! You’re something else Noraly, well done you! 👍👍

  • @beyondtruthandlies
    @beyondtruthandlies Před 3 měsíci +2

    It was you who was going through those tough roads. But at the same time, I was so involved with your video that my hearts were pounding like...oh no no no.. such a tough road. I would have given up in such cases. But you didn't give up. You're a superhero. My new role model to look up for. ❤

  • @jamessitati7396
    @jamessitati7396 Před 3 měsíci +26

    love to my cameroonian sisters and brothers, you are very kind and helpful people, love from your Kenyan brother.

  • @jollypippa3632
    @jollypippa3632 Před 3 měsíci +30

    I'm 💯% certain that Noraly would NEVER forget this smooth ride in her lifetime. Bravo to a determined rider who conquers all manners of roads. Journey mercies, dear. 🥰🥰🥰

  • @andrewharris3380
    @andrewharris3380 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Wearing my itchy boots hoodie watching this. Stay safe out there

  • @flyingmonkeys9774
    @flyingmonkeys9774 Před 3 měsíci +2

    I've only been watching your adventures for 10 days now. However, I have been binge watching your episodes, so it feels like I've been watching you for years. Travel safe!

  • @iangreen180
    @iangreen180 Před 3 měsíci +4

    This is a toll road, ... because it certainly extracted its toll on you and your bike!

  • @JoStylin
    @JoStylin Před 3 měsíci +32

    Noraly, you are truly an amazing person. What you are doing, so many people are afraid to do. I've had a similar experience with muddy roads in Africa, but nowhere close to the intensity of yours. One day in Ghana, I was in the car with my sister who was also the driver. She drove 3-minutes in mud. The road was so bad, and at one point, the car was just rolling on its own - my sis had lost control of the wheel. She was screaming in horror, but it was so funny to me because it felt like a rollercoaster. It was around 11am this happened. But after the experience, she told me she was done for the day. The 3-minute muddy experience took all her energy. 😅We went back home and slept for the rest of the day. 😂 I will never forget this day because I laughed so hard, especially when my sister screamed, "That's it, I'm done." But this is what makes Africa so much fun. I just love the raw nature and the crazy experiences.

    • @jereking254
      @jereking254 Před 3 měsíci

      Indeed Noly has not just bones of steel but spirit of steel.

  • @MiguelLopez-uy2uu
    @MiguelLopez-uy2uu Před 3 měsíci +5

    So proud of you and your adventures around the world. You are one of a kind. Stay safe.

  • @odhis2002
    @odhis2002 Před 2 měsíci

    Wah since I discovered this channel, I have been so glued and watching it for last three days non-stop. And each segment really has me on the edge, am like oh how will she make it. What a strong and resilient woman I have even seen. Thanks to the locals who always turned up for that hour on great need!

  • @Thenomadbikerskenya
    @Thenomadbikerskenya Před 3 měsíci +15

    Hey itchy this is Tonny from 🇰🇪 kenya your fan 001 hope you will come to east Africa and experience our vast and diverse culture together with our wildlife....for the past 4 years you've always been a motivation to me I ride a Suzuki soon ill be shifting to adventure bike keep updating us and remember EAST AFRICA IS WAITING FOR YOU 🇰🇪 🇸🇴 🇹🇿 🇺🇬 🇸🇸 🇪🇹 🇨🇩 🇷🇼

    • @BMA19051
      @BMA19051 Před 3 měsíci

      East African country have no bad road it will be like a walk in the park

    • @Thenomadbikerskenya
      @Thenomadbikerskenya Před 3 měsíci

      @@BMA19051 walai

  • @mikaelica
    @mikaelica Před 3 měsíci +30

    I’m sitting and pushing my kitchen table as I see you drive in the mud. Good luck and take it easy. Greetings from Sweden 🇸🇪

  • @alozborne
    @alozborne Před 3 měsíci +4

    There really are no words, you're a constant source of inspiration, courage, and tenacity and you do it all with such grace and kindness. What a remarkable journey and a remarkable human being!

  • @cypotony2619
    @cypotony2619 Před 3 měsíci +2

    We are proud of you

  • @DBartWest
    @DBartWest Před 3 měsíci +48

    There just are not enough words to describe how incredibly brave you are Noraly. It is your positive attitude that brings you through these adversities. Well done.

    • @jasonzerbini2375
      @jasonzerbini2375 Před 3 měsíci

      Exactly - I have found no word in the English language to describe Noraly. We need a new word. Peace!

  • @thomasmwangi8136
    @thomasmwangi8136 Před 3 měsíci +5

    Itchy boots redefines the meaning of luxury. Love it!

  • @user-wk6dt5ez3w
    @user-wk6dt5ez3w Před 3 měsíci +1

    Hey Itch boot, episode S7-E71 did remind of my jungle life. You are the fear-some of them all.

  • @shygirl7725
    @shygirl7725 Před 3 měsíci +4

    Found your channel tonight and I'm hooked. I feltlike I was there with you through every turn. You are amazing. Thank you for sharing the world with us.

  • @tylerkangson2869
    @tylerkangson2869 Před 3 měsíci +28

    My mouth literally stayed open all through this episode. It's incredible how tenacious you are Noraly...your humility is admirable; alway smiling.

  • @miro1000u
    @miro1000u Před 3 měsíci +18

    We are living with you Noraly, thanks for adding another life to ours ❤

  • @theurtleproject
    @theurtleproject Před 3 měsíci +1

    you are such an optimistic person to keep going and smiling through it all

  • @neilpederson5212
    @neilpederson5212 Před 3 měsíci +1

    What amazes me more and more when I watch your videos is that these "roads show up on gps!