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A new season of Itchy Boots: Season 8! This season is going to be an interesting one - mostly because I only have a vague idea about what my final destination will be, and an even vaguer idea of how to get there. That makes for tricky planning in terms of gear, so for now I have focused on the weather conditions I am expecting for the first leg of the journey, and take it from there.
In this blog I am sharing the gear & equipment that I’ll carry with me this season.
Clothing - REV’IT!
I’ve been a REV’IT! Ambassador for many years now and I absolutely love the Dirt Series line of adventure clothing. This gear is lightweight, comfortable and flexible and CE certified so that means it’s safe to wear on tarmac too.
This season I am wearing the new body protector: the Nucleus Protector jacket. Because I will be crossing some high mountains, I am bringing the Component 2 H2O jacket. This jacket (but in black) kept me warm and dry in Alaska, so I am glad I have it with me again. Just in case I am facing some serious downpour or icy cold winds, the light weight rain jacket will be an extra layer to keep me dry. This is the upgraded Smock Barrier which REV’IT will release later in the year.
On top of my jacket, I wear the trail vest, which I have been using for quite some time now. The back pocket has a water reservoir, so I can drink easily while riding and the big pockets are great to keep some important things handy.
The Trousers Continent are pants that can be worn over the boots, to make sure water doesn’t run into my boots from the top, but if I want, I can also snuggle them inside the boot.
This season I have the Expedition GTX boots for the first time, that now have a Gore Tex membrane and are also a little easier to step into - I love these!
I have two different gloves with me, for warm weather and cold weather. If temperatures are great, I wear the Dirt Series Massif Gloves and when things get chilly, I use my battery powered heated Liberty H2O Heated Gloves.
Luggage system - Mosko Moto
Why change a winning formula? I’ve been using the Mosko Moto reckless 80 for 5 years already - and still love it. This season, I am using the brand-new 4.0 version, which has some great improvements in terms of buckles and the main plate on which the bags are mounted. I am impressed.
The total volume that I carry in the reckless 80L Revolver (V4.0) is 84 liters: 2 dry bags of 25 liter each, 1 stinger bag 22L bag, 2 removable 4L dry bags and 2 Molle pouches.
For the tankbag, I chose the Hood tankbag again. I like how much space this bag has and the easy access to it. It’s the perfect place to keep camera batteries because I am changing those a lot during the day!
Navigation system - Tablet
When I raced the Baja Rally in Mexico, I met rally racer Willem Avenant and he developed this tablet to use for digital roadbook rallies. I like that it’s just android so you can put apps on it and use opensource navigation apps for navigation (like OSMand). So you won’t be restricted to Garmin maps for example. Here is the link to his website: The Rally Tab
And that’s it, my most important pieces of gear that I am wearing and using for this Season of adventures!
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Hi Noraly, im Adi from Indonesia
I like your video and inspiration, make me spirit to travel (but not around the world :P maybe travel Indonesia)
And i just knew you found in Indonesia for this. Its a good hear
You miss Indonesia? for travel or around the island Indonesia in your plan. I hope so.
Thanks for the riview, write, share and i hope you healthy.
Bogells
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Noraly I love you so much ! go home for Christmas and get your lung checked
Stephen December 4,2024 Wednesday 17:19 est
contact me on "Zhangi" whoever sees this make sure it
gets to my Cabbage Queen
Neutrino
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The new items look good and thanks for the notification Noraly.
Sweater and a new "Frankie" tube neck warmer are headed this way.
Looking forward for this Wednesdays adventure back into the mountains.
Mike - P.
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Subject: Invitation to Meet and Share a Meal in Baghdad
Dear Noraly,
We are a group of engineers (in our 60's 😊) who have been following your incredible adventures since your journey through South America. Your fearless spirit and passion for exploration have inspired us immensely.
We understand you are planning to visit Iraq soon, and we would be delighted to welcome you to Baghdad. It would be an honor to meet you and share a meal at one of our traditional fish restaurants. We would love for you to experience masgouf, a signature Iraqi dish, and immerse yourself in the warmth of our local hospitality.
If this is possible, please contact our organizer, Mr. Ghazi, at +964 784 200 3936 to arrange details. You are more than welcome to bring any friends who may be traveling with you.
Additionally, if your schedule allows, we would be thrilled to organize an event where you can share your experiences with Iraqi youth. Your stories could inspire them to embrace adventure and explore the world as you have.
We eagerly look forward to the opportunity to meet you and hear firsthand about your incredible journey.
Warm regards,
Ali Naji
Tel/WhatsApp +962795502028
Ali Naji
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The English title of your book looks like, "Free Ride", but when I search translation of "Keerpunt" I get Turning Point. Are these two different books?
Skip52
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It is the same book!
Noraly
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Hi Noraly,
I would love to know what camera gear and camera mounts you take with you ?, that you have mounted on your bike and helmet ?, please.
I'm really interested in this as I know this is probably just as important as the bike set up.
I did ask on your YouTube channel too.
Thanks Noraly
Monoi
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I want to comment on your stop at the Roman pool built on top of a volcano. I believe the pool was built there because of heat coming up from ground would heat the water and people would soak like using a hot tub.
Chameleon11
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It is an Arai helmet but as you can see at the end of her films she does not seem to be sponsored by Arai anymore and therefore probably rides with an unbranded Arai helmet.
KarinW
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Hi Noraly, you and Frankie are decked out for most anything that comes. I like the whole ensemble…also the helmet. Turkey was a wonderful place to start the 8th season. Can you believe that??? Eight seasons! I’ve been rewatching (most for the fourth time) while you were recovering. You never stop improving your skills. Thanks for the hard work and sharing.
Debbie R.
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Thanks for your lovely comment!
Noraly
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Have to start off with well wishes for the new season. I know it’s early on, but hopefully you’ll include comments in the upcoming videos, on the differences between Frankee and Alaska. Such as the handling (front fork) and power curve.
Dhturk
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