Film Trailer Released for the Big Bend BDR-X Project
October 3rd, 2024
Seattle, WA – (October 3, 2024) – Following the success of two recent route launches in 2024, Backcountry Discovery Routes® (BDR®), the leading non-profit for adventure motorcycling, continues to enrich the ADV community with the release of its latest route, the Big Bend BDR-X in West Texas.
The full route and film will be unveiled during a live YouTube broadcast on Saturday, October 26th, streamed from Touratech’s TouraTexas Rally. The event will feature a 40-minute documentary, the release of GPS tracks, a waterproof route map, and comprehensive online travel resources. Riders can also look forward to live appearances from the BDR expedition team, offering an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the route’s development and their inaugural ride.
Event Details
Big Bend BDR-X Live Route
& Film Release
DATE: Saturday, October 26th
TIME: 5:00 pm Pacific / 7:00 pm Central / 8:00 pm Eastern
WATCH: RideBDR.com/BigBend
Attend the TouraTexas Rally in person by purchasing weekend or weekday passes at:
TouraTexas Rally
The TouraTexas Rally, a new addition to the ADV rally circuit, is presented in partnership with Austin Moto ADVentures and Touratech, and will take place the weekend of October 24-27 at Austin Moto Adventures ranch in Burnett, TX, just outside of Austin.
This three-day event will include factory demo trucks, guided on-property rides, self-guided tours of the scenic Hill Country, expert-led clinics by industry professionals, obstacle courses, games, and more.
BDR will be among the vendors at the rally, offering route advice, sharing information, and selling the newly released Big Bend maps and merchandise.
For more information about Austin Moto ADVentures or to attend the TouraTexas Rally, visit austinmotoventures.com.
Exploring the Remote Heart of Texas
As the newest addition to BDR’s expanding series of shorter, loop-style routes for dual-sport and adventure motorcyclists, the Big Bend BDR-X features a 600-mile loop through the rugged terrain of Big Bend National Park, Big Bend Ranch State Park, and surrounding areas. This route offers a deep dive into one of America’s most remote regions, filled with incredible desert landscapes, untamed natural beauty, hidden historical sites, vibrant artistic communities, and even an optional foot crossing into Mexico at the Rio Grande.
Industry Partners
The Big Bend BDR-X was developed in collaboration with Harley-Davidson, which tested its Pan America 1250 motorcycles on the route. The project also received backing from motorcycle gear and apparel sponsor Alpinestars and local training and touring partner Austin Moto ADVentures. Though relatively new to the ADV training and touring industry, Austin Moto Adventures has quickly built a reputation as a premier motorcycle training resort, offering on-site lodging and meals. They provided essential expedition support and local knowledge during the development of the route, and will be offering guided tours of the Big Bend area shortly after the official route launch.
“We’re excited to bring this route to life in West Texas. Big Bend is one of the most remote and iconic regions in the U.S. The blend of the expansive Chihuahuan Desert, the lush banks of the Rio Grande, and the majesty of the Chisos Mountains offers a perfect backdrop for riders seeking a real desert adventure.”
“The BDR-X Big Bend TX experience left me with the desire to explore more of Texas on Pan America. The rich history, topography and culture of this part of Texas would not have been known if it weren’t for this route. Giddyup and Lets Ride!”
It was such an honor to share this vastly underrated and overlooked region of the country with the BDR team. The splendor of the west Texas desert is home to some of the most beautiful flora, fauna and scenery in the country. Your first visit will not be your last. At Austin Moto ADVentures, we look forward to introducing you to the hidden gems and highlights we’ve uncovered over the years.
Sponsors
The BDR non-profit would like to thank the BDR community and the following companies for making this route possible:
About BDR
Backcountry Discovery Routes® (BDR®) is a 501c(3) non-profit organization that creates off-highway routes for adventure and dual-sport motorcycle travel. The organization’s work includes promoting rider education and safety campaigns, driving economic stimulus to rural communities, and encouraging responsible motorcycle travel in the backcountry. Through the careful investment of funds and working with land managers and other public benefit organizations, BDR seeks to keep remote public roads open for motorcycling for generations to come.
BDR delivers turn-key trip planning resources to the community including GPS tracks, digital maps, travel information, route condition updates, YouTube videos, Q&As, and other information – all available 24/7 on www.RideBDR.com. The organization relies on the generosity of donors and a team of volunteers and ambassadors who contribute thousands of hours each year to help carry out this mission.
Since 2010, BDR has created routes in Washington, Utah, Colorado, Arizona, Idaho, New Mexico, Nevada, the Mid-Atlantic region, Southern California, the North-East region, Wyoming, Oregon and Northern California. In 2022 BDR introduced a new concept of shorter, BDR-style routes that loop, called BDR-X. Current BDR-X routes include Red Desert, Wyoming; PA Wilds, Pennsylvania; Steens Mountain & Alvord Desert, Oregon; Black Hills, South Dakota; Chattahoochee, Georgia and soon in Big Bend, Texas.
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