Trans America Trail: Through Oregon Fires on a Motorcycle

After a beautiful ride through sand and salt, I unknowingly headed directly into the blazing fires of Oregon. Too deep in to easily turn back, I had a decision to make...full speed ahead or retreat and play it safe. I hope you enjoy my choice.
Enjoy and don't forget to subscribe and comment if you have questions or stories of your own riding in Oregon or the TAT.
Here is a list of all the gear I used on the TAT. Some of the links below are affiliate links...I only recommend brands and products that I've used and love!
Klim Badlands Pro Pants: amzn.to/3JHUoFq
Klim Carlsbad Jacket: amzn.to/35j5qly
MeUndies Underwear: www.meundies.com/products/box...
UnderArmor Shirts: amzn.to/3uyKVKb
Darn Tough Socks: amzn.to/3NqTPSm
Rev'it! Cayenne Gloves: www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/r...
TCX Drifter Boots: amzn.to/3DfFB2n
Kershaw Pocket Knife (1555ti): amzn.to/3utmjT3
Morakniv Fixed Blade Knife: amzn.to/3iHnE3b
Opinel Folding Knife: amzn.to/3tEQaJ1
Victorinox Swiss Army Knife 'The Rambler': amzn.to/3qDabOd
Ear Plugs: amzn.to/3IMBrjs
Arai XD4 Helmet: amzn.to/3tEQXtt
Dango Design GoPro Helmet Mount: amzn.to/3JMIKZG
Sena 20S-EVO Motorcycle Bluetooth Headset: amzn.to/3Nko8uh
Vena Wallet Phone Case: amzn.to/3Nt1Oia
Garmin Zumo GPS (similar): amzn.to/3LjA5hK
Portable Spare Key & Cash Lock: amzn.to/3JMJZbi
Nelson-Rigg Tank Bag (similar): amzn.to/3tJx1Wt
Fox Racing Mini Tank Bag: www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/f...
Garmin inReach Explore+ Satallite Communicator: amzn.to/3LiYrs1
Ospak Odor Proof Bags: amzn.to/3DbB0hy
Folding Spork: amzn.to/3LmDpsF
2L Water Bladder (similar): amzn.to/3iGqupc
PacSafe Bag Protector: amzn.to/3DsMFZD
Brown Oak Hiking Sandals: amzn.to/3uoybpm
Combo Lock 6ft Cable: amzn.to/3DbTH4C
Green Chile Recovery System: greenchileadv.com/products/gc...
Kelty 2-Person Tent (similar): amzn.to/3wBw2cF
Therm-a-Rest Sleeping Pad: amzn.to/3wLnuQF
Therm-a-Rest Sitting Pad: amzn.to/3tHpwiL
Personal Hygiene Travel Kit (similar): amzn.to/3ILIKI6
Zipper Mesh Pouches (for tools): amzn.to/3Nmj0Wr
Nemo Luxury Camping Pillow: amzn.to/36OUPio
Folding Hand Saw: amzn.to/3JHW5CA
100% Speedlab Goggles: amzn.to/3JLioaG
Combat Medical Kit (similar): amzn.to/3JHWDIE
Water Filtration System: amzn.to/3qEzT4U
Emergency Thermal Bag: amzn.to/3JQkpT6
GoPro(9) Battery Charger: amzn.to/3JQkCpm
GoPro(7) Battery Charger: amzn.to/3JL0kxc
Power Bank (similar): amzn.to/3DcgD3T
Head Lamp: amzn.to/3tICPzx
Camping French Press/Cup: amzn.to/3IEstol
Waterproof Light: amzn.to/35d1Kl5
Mavic Air 2 Fly More Combo w/Smart Controller: amzn.to/36JAQlj
Teton Sports Leef 0F Sleeping Bag: amzn.to/3tGfm1E
Mountain Safety Research 4L Water Bladder: amzn.to/3tGfBK8
Well Traveled Compression Packing Cubes: amzn.to/3NmW3SR
Mitas E07 Dakar Tires: amzn.to/3tFhFlM
Continental TKC80 Tires: amzn.to/3wGjNvj
My favorite travel watch (Citizens Eco-Drive): amzn.to/3tDYpoG
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  • @R1200GS_guy
    @R1200GS_guy2 жыл бұрын

    Your videos are helping me through winter in Wisconsin and getting me some ideas for next year! Awesome vid yet again!

  • @lkandlbinder

    @lkandlbinder

    2 жыл бұрын

    Man Corey, thanks for writing me this..I'm glad you are getting some relief from the winter up there watching these and will keep them coming about my rides in Africa. Thanks again and please subscribe if you haven't already.

  • @firesail6707
    @firesail67072 жыл бұрын

    There wasn't much of the west that wasn't on fire this past summer...or the summers before. Very nice vid, thank you.

  • @lkandlbinder

    @lkandlbinder

    2 жыл бұрын

    You are so right...the west has been on fire each summer and I'm hoping that changes soon but it's not looking promising. Thanks for your kind words and I'm glad you enjoyed it Firesail.

  • @danstaten7767
    @danstaten77672 жыл бұрын

    Hwt Hey Lee, I also road through fire areas on the TAT last summer. After exiting the last burn area I stopped and read the road closed sign where is stated there is a 10,000 fine for entering. I got stopped twice and was told to leave the area but I stayed on the trail... Great video and I can't wait to see Africa.

  • @lkandlbinder

    @lkandlbinder

    2 жыл бұрын

    Now that is my kind of rider...making it happen despite the odds...staying the course. Nice work and thanks Dan for these kind words...glad you are enjoying them! Next week will be the last TAT video. I will introduce Africa at the end of it and then try to keep the Africa riding videos coming!

  • @PSBEadventures
    @PSBEadventures2 жыл бұрын

    Great video man, wow those fires really changed that landscape! Appreciate you documenting it!

  • @lkandlbinder

    @lkandlbinder

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks PSBE! I'm glad you enjoyed this one and yes...it looked like a different planet all together up there. Thanks again...next week I get trapped in the mountains so subscribe and enjoy that lol!

  • @PSBEadventures

    @PSBEadventures

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@lkandlbinder Will do buddy!

  • @gsrider569
    @gsrider5692 жыл бұрын

    Another great video Lee. Always look forward to them. Be careful out there.

  • @lkandlbinder

    @lkandlbinder

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks buddy! You know I'm new at this video making but I'm going to keep them coming. One more on the Trans America Trail and then I'll give you a taste of Africa. Thanks again!

  • @tombennett1810
    @tombennett18102 жыл бұрын

    great stuff. lifetime of memories and grit to keep going. safe travels

  • @lkandlbinder

    @lkandlbinder

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Tom! Yep, the memories in our minds and the grit from such adventures are what count. Safe travels to you as well.

  • @bamills6771
    @bamills67712 жыл бұрын

    A few of the Moto bloggers have dumped the GO Pros for the DJI systems. My 8 locks up in the Florida heat and has to have the battery removed before it will start again. Enjoyed the video.. good to see a 1150GSA out there still running off road.

  • @lkandlbinder

    @lkandlbinder

    2 жыл бұрын

    I hear you...the 9 black that I lost would freeze up on me regularly but my trustee 7 black has been a solid little camera. I have checked out the DJI and just might pull the trigger. Thanks for watching and I'm glad you enjoyed the video! I've got the 1150GSA over here in Africa now so subscribe and watch it plow through things over here lol :)

  • @guitarzan8517
    @guitarzan85172 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for sharing, sorry for your camera trouble

  • @lkandlbinder

    @lkandlbinder

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for watching and for the kind words Guitarzan!

  • @trykkid
    @trykkid2 жыл бұрын

    i didn't notice any footage that could be attributed to that vantage point from the end of th bars. so i am assuming u did not find the goPro? u state that u have had the problem at 80. seems u only have the mount rated for 75. love the video. thank u for the effort and the documenting the damage. soon it will be lost in regrowth, and u will have a special time capsule. . . yes, i subscribed.

  • @lkandlbinder

    @lkandlbinder

    2 жыл бұрын

    Man, thanks trykkid! Yes, I guess that clamp was rated for slower speeds, and to be honest, I was likely going faster than 80. about a week prior to this, I broke the same clamp with my hand as I turned the camera in a different direction...I like the time capsule idea! Maybe some road worker 200 years from now will find it and I'll be famous. Thanks for the kind words, for watching and for subscribing! One more TAT video and then you'll be seeing me in Africa.

  • @r10animation20
    @r10animation202 жыл бұрын

    Hope you found the GoPro ! Happy Holidays.

  • @lkandlbinder

    @lkandlbinder

    2 жыл бұрын

    Happy Holidays to you R10! And, nope...after over an hour of searching in the 100 degree heat, I let that GoPro go for good. Now I'm in Africa with my bike, one GoPro 7 and a drone lol! Thanks for watching and for the kind words.

  • @nrboots4817
    @nrboots48172 жыл бұрын

    I lost one around Tampa and the 2nd one at key largo.

  • @lkandlbinder

    @lkandlbinder

    2 жыл бұрын

    It's so frustrating but you just gotta keep enjoying the ride.

  • @advdan
    @advdan2 жыл бұрын

    Love it! Although a terrible thing, must have been an experience in its self. Can I ask where you get your soundtracks from? I use epidemicsound, but can never find anything as cool as the last track you used. 🤷🏻‍♂️

  • @lkandlbinder

    @lkandlbinder

    2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Dan! Yes, I'm glad to have had the experience, but also glad it's over. As for the soundtracks, I've just been using the free music from KZread's Audio Library (if you go to your 'Studio page, look at the left column, scroll down and you'll see 'Audio Library'). I spend time trying different songs on a section before committing and that's been working for me for now. Glad you like my choices and thanks again for watching and commenting!

  • @advdan

    @advdan

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@lkandlbinder thanks Lee! Didn’t even know there was such thing, that’s great! I find your music choices very intriguing and create a nice suspense in the film. Great work 🏍

  • @bottomlinebassin2001
    @bottomlinebassin20012 жыл бұрын

    "How you got this far is very surprising" That guy has no idea lol

  • @lkandlbinder

    @lkandlbinder

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hahaha, nope he didn't know how I roll lol. Thanks for watching!