Nearly 100KMH in variable soft sand in a narrow tyre rut? Some serious riding Noraly, huge respect to you

As if riding across Africa by yourself wasn't impressive enough, now we get to see you take part in your first rally. And what happens? Well you are passing other riders (on bigger bikes) right and left (little Savannah is doing soo good!). You are solving problems on the fly (like finding petrol in the middle of nowhere, and fixing punctures like a pro). Further more you are always trying to help your fellow competitors as much as you can, and all this while being...well, while being the same calm, sweet and funny Noraly we all love to watch every day when there is no competition, just calmly riding alone (no stopping to look at the local geology or wildlife this week though, that's a bit disappointing...😉😁 ) As others have already said to you, much respect. Go Noraly Go!❤👍

Just astonishing. Riveting viewing. The speed on those roads. The distance. On a 250. And hey, let's film it. narrate it, and get it out to us while you're at it Noraly. I think we are all watching something truly special here. Thank you.

That was a proper rally day. Flat tire, fuel leakage, wild animals on the road and a bazillion miles to go. This was one the best episode's to watch, so far. Just, world class riding. Nicely done! And even helping out others, that's a really nice trademark, Noraly!

The best moment was you inspiring that little girl when you were fixing the flat. The rest was awesome too!

"I'll try not to ride to fast'" But I've been saying that every stage 😎 Fantastic series of episodes 😎🏍🏍🏍

All the riding she’s done around the world (Southern Africa for the most part) amounted to her rally wins. She’s more prepared than most of the riders… This channel is addictive. 🤩

Dirt all over your face, and blackened hands, you are more beautiful than ever! And we can see the speedo; 93 Km/hr on deep rutted sand is unbelievable. You are amazing! All those thousands of miles on terrible roads has given you unbeatable skills. Smallest bike, first place. I've been watching your adventure for years, and I feel like a very proud friend of yours. Go, racey-boots go!

Take a good look at 24:00 minutes... This is what exhaustion looks like. Exhaustion not suffered, nor even endured, but hard-earned. A toy manufacturer should make an "Itchy Boots" doll ( with a companion "Savannah") to inspire small children to do what others may think impossible but they wish to try. Don't know how many hundreds of episodes of IB I've watched, but this is my favorite just for its demonstration of grit and perseverance. Love, peace, prayers and safety to you Noraly!

As an 80+ year old I never thought I would avidly be following a young girl riding around Southern Africa on a motorcycle. Mind you I have also ridden off road bikes both in the J’berg and Western Cape and loved my time in South Africa. My hat (if I had one) off to itchy boots. She is just great.

Loved the smudged face, smudged hands, lungs filled with dust, and the totally exhausted Noraly at the end of this video!! You rode valiantly today through so many obstacles. I am awed at your resilience and ability to meet the obstacles head on! YOU GO GIRL!

I’ve never see you so exhausted… you could barely get the words out. Incredible riding, Noraly. Just incredible.

Okay, that was the most tired you ever were seen on camera in your entire journeys. 🥺 That day the routine you acquired around the world searching for fuel came in handy. Now I have worked as driver and have sometimes spent over 20 hours behind the wheel, but nothing nearly as physically demanding as riding a bike through such conditions. Can't begin to imagine how demanding that day must have been. I take a deep bow to your effort! 🤗

You constantly amaze us with your skills and stamina. Savannah is certainly like the old childhood book “The Little Engine That Could”. Great strategy for fuel. You Rock!

I just can't wrap my head around how this woman is doing everything she can to improve the odds for her competitors! They have little experience spotting a bootleg petrol station since they never look LIKE petrol stations at all. But before pulling out, Noraly leaves instructions for the fuelers to actually flag down other riders in distress--I suppose just in case they can't figure out that pindrop she already left on the GPS. Simply amazing and..heart-melting, is that right?

I hope the guys you trained with back in the Netherlands are seeing this! Did they ever consider what they were about to unleash? Wow! 👍 🏆

I couldn't help but laugh when you passed the two guys on the bigger bikes, going flat out on Savannah, the little bike that could.

Jeez you are lightening quick in that sand... Unbelievable skills! Well done N!!

Following season 6 but watching previous videos to fill in the time while I wait for my weekly Noraly fix. I’ve been riding for over 46 years, and ridden almost everything on two wheels, riding over everything two wheels will roll over. All I can say is “dam girl, you can ride!”

Love her quote "I find it very hard to slow down" I can relate to her competitive style 🙂

Doing the rally is an achievement in itself - especially at the pace you set. Producing videos of this quality while you're doing it is spectacular. More power to your elbow, Noraly!

Your fatigue and pain will pass in a few days, your sense of achievement, confidence and pride in yourself will never pass. You've got this!

Noraly, your ability on dirt has gone from a 5 to a 10. Watching your confidence grow on the dirt is super impressive. We’ll done amazing determination👍

You’re always smiling and a positive attitude. Definitely addictive watching you

Well done Noraly you look tired but there are loads of riders behind you What an impressive lady you are . Respect. Enjoy the last stage and stay safe xxx

A world class rally requires a world class rider. So proud of you !

The little 250cc Honda has come out as a great option to this kind of rally, the fact that you use less fuel than others and manouvre a lighter package as a whole, even with the puncture logistically Savanah is way ahead of its competitors with double the power, even going through that thick sand I saw how well you handled the challenge but again Savanhah has silently been a good partner. Well done Noraly you have certainly come to the party.

Never, never, never in a million years would I do this .... which is why I watch YOU Noraly. I don't even know how to comment.

That was like a Halloween video; you scared the hell out of me riding full throttle early on in that sandy track! Then the nightmare front tire flat. It was cute, though, to see that little blond girl watching you fix the tire.... what a role model you are for young girls. You have what we call in Texas, True Grit!

World class riding Noraly. I can only try to imagin how exhausting this stage must’ve been for you. Respect 👍🏻

You’re always asking for a “big thumbs up” but after this stage you deserve a standing ovation!! From your humble beginnings in India to finishing so highly on the toughest day of the Kalahari Rally. I can’t wait to see what you do next. As always, ride safe. P.S. Is there going to be any Rally themed merch in the Itchy store?

You are an absolute legend! Completely fearless and continually upbeat no matter what is thrown at you, and those skills... Uplifting and life affirming just watching you. You have got me in trouble though, as after a 16 year lay off from riding motorcycles I'm now determined to get a new one and ride the TET though Portugal next summer.

I just finished my coffee, after getting out of bed, and after watching your video I feel like I need to go back to bed for more sleep. 😅

Impressive sand skills! So nice that we can see your speedometer!

Many years from now, when you look back upon this, you will be very proud that you took the opportunity to do something so very special.

Unbelievable, would give onehundred thumbsup if possible!

Think of how far you have progressed as a rider. Just incredible! On some of those deep sand stretches, it was clear you were wrestling through, telling the sand who was boss and that you were not going to let it win. You were willing little Savannah to stay on top of the sand and just fly, fly, fly. Also, it was great to see the camaraderie all along the way, as well as seeing the kids’ fascination, watching you repair the front tire. What an inspiration you are!

going +90 kph on dirt roads takes some serious skills, good job Noraly!

"I'm finding it very hard to slow down" - of course you are, this Rally is your jam! So inspirational - cool, classy, and that smile a laugh. Respect!

Awesome episode! It reminded me of a Mad Max movie - the search for fuel, all that sand, the fast riding and desperation. That little girl watching you repair the puncture could be the future of this sport. She was fascinated! Happy Trails

With your 250cc Savannah and no rally experience, a week ago I thought the best-case scenario was if you came through this is one piece, but I have wholly underestimated you resolve and skill! Well done Noraly, it is always great to be surprised on the upside. South Africa and Namibia will be really sad to say goodbye to you, but hope you will be back some day (please!) …

Noraly at five in the morning: - "I'm going to take it easy today to save some fuel" Noraly a few hours later: - "Come on, go faster Savannaaaaah!!!!!" 🤣

Noraly, having some idea of how grueling something like this is, I am amazed at your skills your fitness and ability to continue to put out high quality content while staying fresh and upbeat through it all! After this though you might have to drop the No from your name :-)

An almost superhuman effort on Noralis part.Whilst she is racing she is producing and editing all this suuperb footage.Well done.Incredable work by sweet and tough Itchy Boots,the worlds favourite motor cyclist probably.

The Sand Queen rides again.. Faster than I have ever been on the sand and I used to muster cattle in outback AU. Anyone can do 100klm in the sand, but heaven to betsy, try doing that for an hour, let alone 12 hours.. huge ride, RESPECT!!

A clear testament to you and your bike. Especially for a bike that was never designed to do rally. The videos are even better due to the conditions imposed by the rally it self. Excellent job.

Mad respect Noraly! You are the complete rider. Excellent bike handling skills, mechanic skills, problem solving skills. You are an inspiration! Cheers!

As others have stated if you've riden soft, rutted sand on a motorcycle you will defiantly understand, it's far from easy...but at constant 80-90kmh thats incredible, Mad Respect !

It sounds like you were the first motorcycle in. You are kicking butt in this rally! Keep rocking!

So much respect for you, 700km on dirt. You can see the fatigue in your eyes. And if riders are still out there and you are in camp you are doing a great job in your rally class. Just can’t wait for the next video. Its great footage even in a race.

I'm so impressed with how well you've learned to ride deep sand, Noraly - and fast, too!! I remember when it wasn't so. All this, and you help out your fellow competitors who are almost all more experienced racers. Kudos to you! 😀

Fantastic!! Man that is crazy trying to find fuel and a flat tire and the deep sand!! This is one of the most exciting episodes I've watched you film so major Kudos to you Noraly! You rock girl!! We are proud of you!!

80-90kph in thick sand and still wanting more power to go faster. Holy cow. Well done! And those sun-rises and sunsets are pretty spectacular. Thanks for sharing your experiences!

Only one thums up? Really you deserve a lot more than that. You are a real champ Noraly. What a day this was but it shows that you overcome all the problems they throw at you, no fuel, flat tire, and you still ask co-riders if they are ok. You are a true gem! Hope you slept well after this episode!

Incredible footage and riding, you could sure tell by Savannah's handlebars rocking back-and-forth how deep the sand was , over 12 hours WOW ! good job 👏 👍

Noraly your abilities to handle Savanna in all these conditions is super. Years back you didn’t ride sand like this your amazing. Yep what a rider. Thanks for letting us ride along.

I am amazed - what a resilient lady and stays so positive, but what a shambles the organisation seems to be - no fuel stops! More like an army exercise - being dumped in the middle of nowhere with a blunt stick and a face flannel to find your way back to base!

A quick tip, if you put a bit of air on your tube, just enough to form it's shape, it makes stuffing it back in much easier with less chance of pinching it. I've been riding on and off road for 54 years and this trick has sure helped me out a lot. Go Get 'em Norlay!

Each video off Itchy Boots is pleasure and an opportunity to learn, thank you Noraly 🙏

When replacing the tube, those girls in the back have seen a proper strong woman. You were probably a big inspiration for them in the future.

Watching that other bike moving around on gravel road really gives us a feel for what you are going through on those sandy sections. I sure hope you are taking a nice break along with editing and putting out your awesome videos!

Well done Noraly, pounding away at each stage.The dog segment gave everyone a huge scare!

Hi Ms Boots, watching now our Savanna’s doing great. Thank you for showing us and how blessed you are for taking part in this rally. Love & respect from Minnesota 🙏🕉️🥰👍

It was quite obvious that this day you were more focussed than ever. Much less talking than usual but I loved it. Great job.

Wow ! Taking no prisoners today ! I see that speedo is working overtime ! Well done ! Trouble is you are going to be so used to going fast you'll find it difficult to slow down once you are back to 'normal'.😁

Blasting thru the sand of the Kalahari! WoW! Fantastic!! and having to dodge cattle and dogs to boot! You know you have gained everyone's respect when the race officials help you make repairs! 😉😃 I'm just so Proud of you and the Savannah!!! RESPECT from Texas!!!!! ITCHYBOOTS RACING IS ALIVE AND WELL!! 🏍👍

You................. are my new hero. Huge respect.

Well done! You are such an inspiration to so many. You are the perfect example of strength, independence, inner beauty and humanity. I enjoy each one of your videos. Please keep them coming and stay safe.

So much for riding slower: " Come on Savanna, go faster!"

Amazing effort and achievement Noraly! Your riding skills combined with your resourcefulness regarding fuel and your mindful approach and pre-stage strategic planning are simply exemplary! Adding those characteristics to your natural competitive drive and determination makes it clear that you are truly a world class rider! WELL DONE,!!👍🏻😁👏🇨🇦

That riding in the sand (about 10:20) was awesome with some nice saves! Well done, dear Lady!❤️

All the videos I've watched. This ride you did and the tire repair. Total respect to you. Very impressive!!!

You keep it up lady. You are doing so well, I am so impressed with your ability and tenacity. You are accomplishing something very few have done or could do. Enjoy the last stage and be safe.

I’m exhausted just watching this video and all the sand. Your ability to find fuel is amazing, going all the way back to your riding in Central Asia.

If nothing else, you are showing the world that a determined girl can do absolutely anything, those girls watching you fix the puncture will grow up knowing they can do ANYTHING... You go Noraly, show the world!

You don’t have the power but you have the glory - all your fans here.

Totally impressed. Your riding skills would put you up front in any rally with a big competitive bike. You go girl!

Great video of an epic ride. Itchyboots just showed that she has mastered sand and with her stamina from riding around half the world covered the gruelling stage. But, she also foraged fuel, repaired her puncture and set a life changing example to some inquisitive girls while she was filming this video to take us on the ride withe her. Thank you.

What more can be said Noraly is Superwoman ..Savanna is Super bike ..the best of the best taking us on an unbelievable journey never to be forgotten ..

700km on sandy dirt in a single day is a massive achievement! Wow! Congrats!

Wow, Noraly. That was amazing and after all you had to do, you got back before most. Bravo! HUGE THUMBS UP 👍👍So happy for you. I sat here for 25 mins and i'm exhausted from sitting here tense in my seat 😂😂. You looked knackered and that is not surprising considering how hard you pushed but you looked happy with the result. Glad Savannah held up for you and you were able to get gas when needed. I hope you enjoyed a nice cold beer or two after all that. What an amazing, exciting adventure you have taken us on. Thanks for everything you do to make u part of the experience and big thanks to Mandy for backing you up. Safe riding.

I don’t know where you get your strength. You’re persistence and tenacity is incomparable. God bless you and safe travels.

Absolutely love listening to Savannah purrrrrrring along - she sounds exactly the same as Bijoux (my Honda CBR 250) 🌺🥰 - although N.B. Bijoux was a road bike, so she would never have managed the tracks that Savannah did 😂🤣‼️🏍️

You are totally exhausted Noraly and you find time for an update for us, thank you for this and good luck on the last stage!

To the guy who buys Noraly's bike next, 'One careful lady owner'

Congratulations!!! I knew you'd make it OK, I thought it would take a bigger toll on you or the bike but you and Savannah aced it.

With the world upside down, it’s a pleasure to enjoy Noraly’s adventures around the world on her motorcycles…. What an amazing adventurer for sure, Noraly’s videos enable her fans to experience these same wonders….wow….if I was 30 years younger ItchyBoots videos sparked a desire to experience the same travels across the USA on motorcycle… I’ve drive across USA 6x and it was a truly great experience, but on motorbike….and back roads….would be amazing….

Top drawer stuff Noraly. No holding back! To think less than 6 months ago SAND was your self confessed achilles heel, well the way you handle it now it's not your nemesis, not by a long shot! For crying out loud, you're begging for more power! Man oh man! you're such a treat to watch. Thanks for taking us along on the ride. Gobsmacking stuff👍. Respect! Lady respect!

Always put a smile on my face because you are such a wonderful person and the world needs more people like you❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

Really aggressive riding there, brilliant. Loved it.

Really nice of Philipp to help you out and wait for you!!

You are doing soooo well! Great to see you ahead of so many other riders.

Loving the morning sun rising!

Love those young girls watching you change the tyre - I think you just shaped a whole new universe for them, a world of unexpected possibility !!! You are an inspiration, Noraly, in your lovely, humble way.

Noraly, you are one intelligent lady! Thinking ahead, is what‘s getting you ahead💪🏻💪🏻 Go girl👍🏻🍀🍀

Whew! I felt like I was holding my breath for you during the ride and challenges!! You and Savannah performed magnificently, BRAVO!! I hope you will have a super spa day when you eventually find civilization!!

Coming FIRST in the hardest Stage. Many congrats. Win all Stages, win all hearts...Go Go Go Itchy, Go Go Go Savannah!!

After following you for some months, even years - I’m truly impressed with this challenge you have put yourself thru. You have ridden many many kilometers/miles, but this is truly an achievement. Highly respect you for doing this and still be able to smile at the end of each day. All honor to you for being able to do this and doing it so well on such a small bike. Thanks for sharing your experience and for all the nice videos. Please spoil yourself a little bit now - you really deserve it 👍🏼

Really impressed with how you handle yourself in the rally. Honestly I didn't expect you to do so well. Obviously during your normal 'tourist' rides, you ride much more conservative compared to how you attack the track in the Kalahari. Massive respect! I experienced riding like this when riding to The Gambia from The Netherlands on a XT600 in a group for charity (through the sahara from Morroco, Mauretania, Senegal to Gambia). Long days, hard tracks, but rewarding when you're done every day after sometimes 12-14 hours in the sadle. I'm jealous! My girlfriend and me are huge fans, and she doesn't even ride herself (she's a good passenger :) ) but she has a lot of respect for you and how you travel around by yourself. I never miss an episode.

Do you realize how good your skills have gotten. You are extremely fast and well controlled. Very impressed. What grit and determination. Nothing stops you. On such a long day, to get a puncture in the front must have been draining. But you overcame all obstacles. Noraly, you are amazing.