Footpeg Diaries Episode 40: Botswana Kgalagadi - Navigating Africa’s Wildest Dunes

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Footpeg Diaries Episode 40: Botswana Kgalagadi - Navigating Africa’s Wildest Dunes
Embark on an Uncharted Journey with Footpeg Diaries!
Venture into the unknown where few dare to go. In this episode, navigation becomes crucial as we make necessary route adaptations along the way. Remember, the journey is not about speed but about making clear, sensible decisions.
The nature of the terrain dictates our pace and profoundly shapes the value of our experience. A deep respect for the terrain and mechanical sympathy for your bike are essential as they endure the harsh conditions together.
And keep your eyes peeled-a fiery surprise awaits!
Don’t miss out on this adventure. Watch as we explore new trails and share more unforgettable stories, revealing the thrills and challenges of riding into the wild.
Tune in and experience the journey that only Footpeg Diaries can deliver.
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@brucekendall52 26 күн бұрын

Amazing footage.Tough going for sure.Thanks.

@TheToffie01 8 күн бұрын

Lekker julle ysters! 🤜🤛

@jacquesleroux6112 25 күн бұрын

Ysters!!

@seanfrench1029 23 күн бұрын

Great video. I've had dinner but now I'm drooling for steak & chips in the Kalahari. Being away on a work trip, watching this made me miss my 990.

@user-iz7vt7dv7r 27 күн бұрын

Groot avontuur met flippen goeie fotografie en manne wat n Adv fiets kan ry. Baie baie goed manne. Al ons ander Adv manne sal so graag wil saam ry.

@donfreimanis7426 28 күн бұрын

Was exhausted just watching you guys ride in that heat😂 well done!!!

@benniegerber9526 28 күн бұрын

Nice day on the bikes.

@LeonNel-jj2re 28 күн бұрын

Het baie respek vir julle ry vernuf.

@MavilikaGubhela 27 күн бұрын

Great stuff

@Kelahri 28 күн бұрын

Demmit...julle kán ry...salute

@philipgrobler139 28 күн бұрын

Awesome, great content as always, keep it up.

@danielprinsloo2917 26 күн бұрын

Sis Ricus man, jy sit in die woestyn en draad trek!!!! great video guys and a great adventure WELL DONE

@daniebrand6365 27 күн бұрын

Nog n top episode, well done. 💪🏻

@penkop4282 28 күн бұрын

Ou Ricky verstaan die Kalahari se sand ja. Lekker om te sien die man is nog op sy getroue 990 en Dewald op sy hakke 👍

@thysdeb1 28 күн бұрын

Dankie ouens dit was moer nice om te kyk.. Sal nie self dit ooit kan ry maar nie.. Maar lekker om te sien hoe manne wat kan dit doen!!

@klockwurk 28 күн бұрын

What an adventure! So question: why always start in 2nd?

@PierreBreytenb 27 күн бұрын

At the risk of getting too technical... Just a basic explanation... In very thick sand that sucks in your wheels when you stop, you need to spin up the rear more aggressively and with consistent torque when you want to pick up speed and break loose. Remember, you want to get up to speeds as soon as possible so your front wheel can start skimming the top of the soft sand. If you have to shift from 1st to 2nd at slow speed, the front tends to tuck much easier and drop back into the deep stuff.

@seanfrench1029 23 күн бұрын

Obviously do that on a bike that has the low-down power to pull away in sand in 2nd but also, the gap (drive ratio) between 1st & 2nd is quite significant and the transition can be disruptive.

@klockwurk 19 күн бұрын

Ah - thanks team :)

@iaindrummond1772 27 күн бұрын

Hi guys. Great vid and adventure. How do i get hold of some of your routes? Specifically around your Natal;Freestate and Limpopo routes. Again thanks for the inspiration.

@Muzzy0085 27 күн бұрын

Plan your own routes .. that's part of the fun of adventure riding

@iaindrummond1772 24 күн бұрын

@@Muzzy0085 Agreed. Have done for many trips but would love to follow the guys as my GPS/maps do not show all passes especially in the free State Natal regions.

@iaindrummond1772 24 күн бұрын

If you are interested I plan to do this area in October?

@ruankotze1044 28 күн бұрын

690 or 701 would be ideal for this.

@motovidlo899 28 күн бұрын

No, it wouldn't. This is 500 territory. I rode both there.

@ruankotze1044 25 күн бұрын

@@motovidlo899 Yes! Especially if you have support vehicle.

@motovidlo899 25 күн бұрын

@@ruankotze1044 Only with support vehicle. Look, I don't know what your experience of that area is, but I have ridden it three times, and always solo. On 690 I actually gave up, because the fatigue was getting too much - sure with support vehicle with spare water and stuff you can stop wherever and camp, not so unsupported. On 500 I have ridden from Tsabong to Askham in one day (i.e. what the guys in this vide series took three days to ride). Sure it is not a race and you can split it into sections like they did, but the fatigue on bigger bikes - including 690 which is not greatest offroad bike (I have one) - will just became too much of a limiting factor, and will limit your riding significantly. If I want to get maximum of let's say 5 days of riding there, you will get much more done (be able to ride more tracks and for longer) on 500. Hence the 500 is the ideal bike there. 690 can do it, but it will be much more limiting and hence allow for less exploration in the same time.

@ruankotze1044 24 күн бұрын

@motovidlo899 I absolutely agree. Think you misunderstood my reply or I wasn't clear. I mean yes, 500 would be great especially if you have a support vehicle to carry the gear. I've been in the sand quite a bit. Won't argue that the 500 is the weapon. Was just saying a lighter bikes would be easier. Keep well

@seanfrench1029 23 күн бұрын

Despite what some guys say, if the 690/701 is your only bike, make it work. Choose your love and love your choice. As I'm watching this I'm wondering, if invited, would I do this on my 690 or 990? Both will be hard work but the lighter bike less so. Would a 500 be easier - perhaps!? But, having ridden one for 3 days, on this event I'd like to go for the most comfy bike - 990 (but hard work). As medic - my 690.