How does patagonia scenery compare to nz and alaska. Globebusters the ride alaska to patagonia clip 2 youtube. Solitary nights in uninhabited lands, interacting with ghosts, countless encounters with others, apprehension on. Part of the problem is that once you realise that a 9 month ride is just far too quick to be enjoyable, then you have the problem that both alaska and patagonia have long winters in which most people wouldnt ride. It was 4 degrees and the rain clouds were forming as we queued for the ferry from punta arenas in chile to the island of tierra del fuego.
The sense of scale is mindbending as the edges of land fade from view and you are left to ride alone in a parched sea of white. This 2,800mile north to alaska motorcycle tour on paved roads that starts in portland, oregon and travels through western canada to anchorage, alaska. One rider after another pulls over to gaze at the chiseled peaks jutting up like deformed teeth in a tolkien monsters mouth. March 7, 2017 1852 fun run and egg hunt to benefit petersville community npc. Jun 25, 2011 a story about a ride from alaska to patagonia just recently a friend nudged me about something called. Enjoy a 11day, fully supported, trip of a lifetime with postcard scenery around every turn. Cycling the panamerican highway between alaska and patagonia and climbing the highest mountain of every country along the way. But instead of thanking her for reminding me, i told.
The rainforests of southeast alaska are absolutely beautiful places to explore, and what better way to explore than flying through the trees. Ride the worlds largest ziprider for the adventure of a lifetime in alaska. Experience a variety of countries, motorcycles, foods and scenery. I had the opportunity to hang out with and learn how a group of geriatric army paratroopers will ride kawasaki klrs from alaska to. Chacon made a 500day motorbike journey on his own, from alaska. Watch the longest ride 2015 full hd 1080p online free. Overnight on a local estancia to taste fresh roasted patagonia lamb.
Alaska snowrider official publication of the alaska state. Since some time ive been playing with the idea to travel from alaska along the west coast all the way to patagonia, with mostly public transportation, craigslist ride share and some flights. I receive quite a few emails each week asking for advice on the alaska to argentina bike ride. I was stunned for a moment and suddenly felt so old. The notorious winds pummel cyclists from every direction, slowing progress to a crawl and occasionally sending riders sprawling to the ground. Alaska baja canada greenland hawaii mexico usa pacific pacific. The first day is spent travelling from punta arenas to ecocamp patagonia, via puerto natales, arriving in time to enjoy dinner and wine with the other new group members in ecocamps community domes, with nights spent in your own dome. Download the in patagonia itinerary wilderness travel. Alaska argentina motorcycle expedition globebusters.
Ya know what you call a back backer in a sleeping bag in alaska a burrito. The austrian endurance rider set a new world record in 2018 when he cycled 22642km from alaska to patagonia in 84 days. Nov 03, 2017 this man is hiking from patagonia to alaska holly cargo harrison has finally reached the u. Weve broken down what we spend on food, hotels, camping, gas, and everything else. He rides along james on a 24hour patrol of atlanta.
We have been to both patagonia and alaska in the past year, and new zealand south island the year before that, all for hiking, so maybe i can help. That is, of course, if you chose the alaska highway to get to alaska. In 20 gunter wamser completed his historic transcontinental journey across south, central and north america. Motorcycle driver license manual alaska department of. Take a trip to diamond tooth gerties or try a sour toe cocktail. Indiana jo cycling from alaska to patagonia and climbing the highest points of each country in between. Distance alaska argentina air line, driving route, midpoint. Based on the bestselling novel by master storyteller nicholas sparks, the longest ride centers on the starcrossed love affair between luke, a former champion bull rider looking to make a comeback, and sophia, a college student who is about to embark upon her dream job in new york citys art world. Looking forward to some responses as im feeling rather torn. Patagonia to alaska on your bike lonely planet forum. For years, nancy pfeiffer toggled back and forth between the ends of the earth her home in alaska, where she worked as a mountaineering guide and avalanche educator, and chiles patagonia. My goal was to ride dhanno as little as possible, but i could not avoid it completely. As the most recent email had some great questions, i decided to create some useful information on cycling the panamerican highway.
While its a worthwhile video to watch for anyone considering doing a motorcycle tour of any of the countries featured, theres too much missing to make this something anyone else might want to watch. Follow the globebusters trans americas adventure as a group of riders follow their dreams of an epic ride from the top to the bottom of the. From alaska to argentina, a 500 day motorcycle trip abc news. He took his quest for adventure to new heights in 2009 when he embarked on the panamerican peaks project. Never arrive, ever is a story about the life definitely, not only about my life, although i am the main protagonist of the movie. This is a video that aspires to capture the amazing success of the long way round, and misses the mark. A story about a ride from alaska to patagonia just recently a friend nudged me about something called. It looks like we dont have any episodes for this title yet. For many pacific northwest bicyclists, the annual seattletoportland group ride is a major feat. Ride adventures unforgettable patagonia motorcycle tours offer riders a chance to experience the breathtaking andes mountains, perito moreno, torres del paine, tierra del fuego, the carretera austral, lago general carrera, ushuaia, and much more. Buy the ride alaska to patagonia dvd twotimes world recordholders and motorcycle endurance riders kevin and julia sanders are no strangers to. The ziprider at icy strait point is the largest ziprider in the world, and its right here in alaska. Riding the spine has completed their epic journey from alaska.
Download the in patagonia itinerary have you registered previously. Was riding through a residential area and a kid heard my bike, ran outside, stuck out his hand, and i gave him a high five while riding by and he got really excited and started screaming and jumping around. In the adventure of a lifetime paul guschlbauer flew his bush plane from alaska to patagonia mountaineering, paragliding and amazing experiences included. Jan 22, 2020 i receive quite a few emails each week asking for advice on the alaska to argentina bike ride. This man is hiking from patagonia to alaska outside online. Watch ride along 2 full hd 1080p the ride along 2 sequel picks up about a year after our heroes last adventure. Patagonia had begun to thaw when i set forth across tierra del fuego in october 2015. Budget recaps written by kobus on april 24, 2012 the links below will take you to our detailed percountry budget reports. The patagonia experience guided motorcycle trip takes riders through the absolute highlights of patagonia, all in just 14 days including arrival and departure days.
Alaska snowrider official publication of the alaska. I am planning a 6monthtrip and want to make it something special who doesnt, i know. Given im very wobbly on two feet, let alone on wheels, i cant proudly claim that achievement, but thomas laussermair can. We had opted for the longer ferry crossing into a small town called porvenir as we were excited to catch a glimpse of the resident penguin colony further down the coast. Just click the add episode button at the bottom of the page or learn more in the tv episodes submission guide. Patagoniaalaska solo andata di michela ton home facebook.
Aug 08, 20 the cuernos del paine stop us in our tracks. Xmovies8 watch full hd 1080p the longest ride 2015 on xmovies8. Check your local avalanche bulletin, ride prepared and take a class. Shows the distance in kilometres between alaska and argentina and displays the route on an interactive map. Alaska is another one of my considerations, how does the scenery compare to patagonia. Alaska to argentina and around the world by bike, boat and on foot.
So at that point, you realise you cant do it in about 12 months, because that puts you at one end or the other in the local winter. With the wedding upcoming, james reluctantly takes ben with him to miami to follow up on a lead connected to a drug ring case hes been trying to crack. Motorbikes, charlie the bear and overland travel our passion tom and lorna broadway share a desire for overland travel and a passion for anything with two wheels. Washboard ripio roads rattle bikes and bones alike. Whether you are riding to the end of the earth in patagonia, or to prudhoe bay at the arctic ocean, our premiere tours will leave you with an unforgettable experience. I want to see aweinspiring, mindblowing scenery and go on day hikes. A seattleites epic bike ride from alaska to argentina. This is a great option to hike the complete w trek, staying every night in comfortable mountain huts, and visiting the three main valleys of the park. Watch ride along full hd 1080p security guard ben must prove himself to his girlfriends brother, top police officer james.
Army vets first to complete motorcycle trip from alaska to south. There are also bugs called sawer beetles, you can see them from a good distance, dont matter how fast you hit them, theres a good chance it will leave a welt and still live. Australia bali borneo fiji french polynesia galapagos islands haapai islands. Alaskapatagonia 20142015 on the bike piotr strzezysz. Sep 29, 2017 how to ride your motorcycle from alaska to argentina. This man is hiking from patagonia to alaska holly cargo harrison has finally reached the u. Worldwide distance calculator with air line, route planner, travel duration and flight distances. Alaska to patagonia, the couple take 11 british men with no adventure touring experience on a fivemonth journey through 12. Jun 14, 2017 indiana jo cycling from alaska to patagonia and climbing the highest points of each country in between. In july 2006, jacob, goat and sean began in alaska and have since pedaled over 34,000 kilometers, passed through 14 countries, arriving in ushuaia on january 10, 2010 after 3. Patagonia motorcycle tours ride adventures in south america. Jan 02, 20 i wouldnt go to alaska without a very powerful handgun at the ready. The alaska avalanche school will be offering snowmachine specific level 1 and level 2 courses this winter in which students can learn firsthand how to execute a safe and successful avalanche rescue using their snowmachine as a tool.
The importance of wearing an approved motorcycle helmet cannot be overstressed. A seattleites epic bike ride from alaska to argentina the. I wouldnt go to alaska without a very powerful handgun at the ready. Torres del paine national park, the perito moreno glacier, the carretera austral, incredible andes mountain riding and more all packed into one amazing motorcycle tour. How to ride your motorcycle from alaska to argentina youtube. It was on my birthday, and she wished me good luck in reaching my wild dreams. Alaska to argentina bike ride cycling the panamerican. Dragonflys dont taste that bad if you ride open face, theyre kinda sweet tasting tbh. I want to see incredible, mindblowing scenery, go on day hikes and see some glaciers. Riding the spine has completed their epic journey from alaska to ushuaia.
Riding to the rescue alaska snowrideralaska snowrider. On this page a full list of gear and stuff we will bring, including all details about our adventurous bicycles. This ride offers especially good wildlife viewing opportunities. In new book, stories of an alaskan who learned to ride horses. Alaska to argentina bike ride cycling the panamerican highway. I wouldnt go to the sonoran desert, primarily because its so hot and dry. The following days are spent hiking along torres del paine in a w shape from west to east, following trails lined with exceptional. Since some time ive been playing with the idea to travel from alaska along the west coast all the way to patagonia, with mostly public. The patagonia experience dual sport motorcycle tour ride. Lets share some good stories, silly pictures and useful advice here. Alaskan freeride pale ale features a lush, green, almost tropical hop aroma paired with the unique taste combination of these three, distinctive hop varieties, making it both full in. Cycling from alaska to patagonia or somewhere in between. Never arrive, ever from isc swoja droga on vimeo i am very glad to inform you that the movie about my travels is available online.
From may 2018 till november 2019 we planned to make an extreme cycling expedition. In new book, stories of an alaskan who learned to ride. The short answer is patagonia was our favorite hiking trip ever and our trips have included the swiss alps, dolomites, sierras in california, and others. Ride the worlds largest ziprider for the adventure of a. Having set off from patagonia nearly twenty years before, the german long rider and founding member of the guild survived countless challenges riding 25,000 kilometres 15,535 miles. Since reading ted simons jupiters travels, and then getting hooked to long way round in 2004, tom has always had adventuring on a motorbike at the top of his. We urge you to enjoy your motorcycle and to have a safe ride by driving. Project overland a journey from alaska to patagonia. He bicycled from northern alaska to the southern tip of south. Why have any of these people chosen to make this journey.