Film Trailer Released for the Lost Coast BDR-X Project / Film Premieres Live at the Route Launch Event in San Francisco
November 25th, 2025
Seattle, WA (November 25, 2025) — Backcountry Discovery Routes® (BDR®), the non-profit organization dedicated to creating and preserving off-pavement riding opportunities for the adventure motorcycling community, has released the trailer for the Lost Coast BDR-X, a brand-new 550-mile coastal loop through one of Northern California’s most remote and stunning regions.
This new route combines rugged coastal tracks, twisting mountain roads, and the quiet charm of Mendocino, Trinity, and Humboldt Counties. With dramatic ocean views, moderate technical sections, and a figure-eight layout that makes planning flexible, the Lost Coast BDR-X is designed for riders of a wide range of skill levels and is expected to become one of the most scenic additions to the BDR collection.
BDR will celebrate the launch with a live film premiere and community event on Saturday, December 13, from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM, hosted at Scuderia West Motorcycle Dealership, 1070 Maryland Street at Pier 70 in San Francisco, CA. The full Lost Coast BDR-X film will premiere during the event and will be live-streamed for riders everywhere.
Lost Coast BDR-X Route Release Party
LOCATION: Scuderia West
1070 Maryland St at Pier 70, Suite 112, Bldg 12, San Francisco, CA 94107
DATE: Saturday, December 13th
TIME: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM / Live broadcast at 5 PM Pacific.
WHAT: (See detailed schedule below):
- Vendor demos and presentations
- Food trucks and an on-site brewery
- Gear and apparel specials
- A BDR presentation covering both Northern and Southern California routes
- Community connection and local rider camaraderie
WATCH: RideBDR.com/LostCoast
About the Lost Coast BDR-X Film
The upcoming film follows three women riders as they explore the Lost Coast BDR-X together. Their journey is full of fun, camaraderie, and the kind of unforgettable moments that happen only on a remote and romantic coastal ride like this one. The route was designed by BDR Board Member and well-known ADV figure Jocelin Snow, who also joins the riders on the expedition.
About the Route
The Lost Coast BDR-X blends rugged dirt sections with scenic pavement along California’s famously untamed shoreline. Riders will experience dramatic ocean vistas, quiet mountain towns, redwood groves, and twisting ridge roads across Mendocino, Trinity, and Humboldt Counties. The route’s figure-eight design allows riders to tailor the trip to their experience level and available time.
- Approximate duration: 4 days
- Best riding season: Late May through October
- Ample access to lodging, dining, and fuel along the way
Film Premiere & Route Launch Event
Join us for an all day, in person celebration on December 13 at Scuderia West. Come and go as you like, catch the presentations that interest you, and enjoy food trucks, an on site brewery, and specials on gear and apparel.
And be sure not to miss the live broadcast at 5 pm.
- 12:00 NOON: DOORS OPEN
Food trucks and brewery on site. Gear and apparel specials. - 1:00 PM | Continental Tires will highlight their tire lineup for a wide range of bikes and riding styles.
They will share insights on choosing the right tire for different motorcycle needs and trip types, helping riders get the best performance and confidence on any adventure. - 1:30 PM | Backroad Motorcycle Adventures will share essential tips for getting ready for your next BDR ride.
The session covers core off road skills, the foundational abilities every rider should have, and how to prepare your bike and gear for a BDR or BDR-X route. They will also have their bikes on site to walk through setup and what they pack to stay prepared on the trail. - 2:00PM | Alpinestars will present a Tech Air Live Deployment demo, showing the Tech Air Off Road airbag system in action.
Built and tested through years of Dakar riding, it offers top level protection with Enduro, Rally, and Street modes. Attendees can watch the live deployment, learn how it works, and ask questions about this next step in off road safety. - 2:30PM | Jocelin Snow will share her firsthand experience with the Aprilia Tuareg 660 and Tuareg Rally, the two bikes used by the team on the Lost Coast BDR filming expedition.
As a highly respected racer, instructor, and ADV rider, she brings clear insight into how these bikes perform in real off road conditions. Come hear from an expert and get your questions answered. - 3:00PM | BDR will share an overview of the Southern and Northern California routes, two of the most iconic in the BDR system.
BDR Board Member and the California routes architect, along with Executive Director Inna Thorn, will cover route highlights, what to expect, difficulty levels, and the best time of year to ride. If you are planning a CA BDR trip, this is a great chance to hear from the experts and get your questions answered. - 5:00PM | LIVE BROADCAST
Route Architect and BDR Board Member Jocelin Snow and BDR Executive Director Inna Thorn will host a live broadcast with special guests, sharing how the route was developed, its top highlights, the best time to ride, and what you need to know to plan your own trip. Guests can watch the broadcast at the event, and viewers can join online on YouTube. The session leads into the film premiere.
Made Possible by Our Partners
The Lost Coast BDR-X was brought to life with the support of Aprilia, Alpinestars, and SW-Motech, whose gear and expertise played a key role in the expedition.
APRILIA
The team rode Aprilia Tuareg 660 and Tuareg 660 Rally models, putting them to the test across rugged coastal tracks, twisting ridge roads, and everything in between. The bikes handled the terrain with confidence and capability throughout the entire route.
ALLTERRA
Riders were outfitted in the Alpinestars AllTerra adventure line, which proved ideal for the shifting microclimates of the Lost Coast—from cool, foggy mornings to warm inland afternoons—keeping the team comfortable and protected all day long.
SW-MOTECH
The bikes were equipped with SW-Motech soft luggage, featuring the company’s fast quick-release system that made removing and reinstalling bags effortless in seconds. SW-Motech protection components also safeguarded the bikes against the knocks and drops that come with true off-pavement exploration.
BDR is grateful for these partnerships, which help make new routes and films possible for the adventure riding community.
Learn More & Start Planning
You can watch the film trailer now at https://ridebdr.com/lostcoast/
Free GPS tracks, printed map and travel resources will be available on the route page December 13th.
Riders can tune in on December 13th at 5 pm Pacific for the live film premiere and join the celebration from anywhere.
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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