Viewers had been left “damaged” after the ultimate episode of Furry Bikers Go West aired within the wake Dave Myers’ demise final month.
TV chef Myers, from Barrow-in-Furness, discovered fame alongside his greatest buddy Si King because the pair travelled the world on their motorbikes, showcasing the most effective of Britain and Europe’s recipes and produce.
The ultimate episode aired on on Tuesday night time (19 March) and marked the duo’s remaining onscreen look collectively earlier than Myers died of most cancers on the age of 66, on 28 February.
The final episode of the seven-part sequence aired on BBC Two and noticed the pair go to Lympstone Manor in Devon, run by Michelin-starred chef Michael Caines.
Myers underwent chemotherapy all through the 650-mile street journey alongside Britain’s west coast, and is seen saying: “Who is aware of what the longer term holds however for the second, I’m dwelling within the current, and it’s fairly positive.
“I’ve had a blast, beautiful panorama, new associates and nice meals. And the 2 of us again collectively, doing what we do greatest.
“The west actually will likely be a visit to recollect. It has been superb, love you.”
King appeared to carry again tears as he mentioned he was “misplaced for phrases”, including: “It’s fairly outstanding what he’s accomplished.”
The episode parked the duo’s remaining on-screen look
(The Furry Bikers, BBC)
He praised his co-star, including: “It is a pay-off to your arduous work, to your will, to your effort.” A beaming Myers responded: ‘It’s a dream come true Kingy…”
Because the episode drew to a detailed they’re seen sitting collectively reflecting on the journey. A visibly moved King mentioned: “Properly, we’ve made it.”
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Viewers had been left heartbroken after the ultimate episode aired on Tuesday (19 March)
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Of their remaining ever onscreen moments, Myers replied: “And it’s been robust at occasions. You understand I’ve had chemotherapy on a regular basis we’ve been filming, it hasn’t been simple, however we’ve received there you realize and it’s only a fantastic feeling. Being right here with you, I lengthy for this.”
King mentioned that he loves Myers “like household, like a brother”. The episode ended with a remaining shot of them reflecting on their “superb” journey collectively as they hug and say they love one another.
After the credit, a picture of Myers was shared with the message, ‘In loving reminiscence of our buddy, Dave Myers, 1957-2022’
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Followers mentioned that they had been left “damaged” by the episode, with one viewer commenting on X/Twitter: “I’m now damaged for some time #HairyBikersGoWest, what a particular relationship that they had, full of affection, empathy, help and all issues good.”
One other added, “Final ever Furry Bikers Go West and the final two minutes or so actually moved me particularly when Si King was misplaced for phrases re his greatest mate Dave Myers who gave out optimistic uplifting vibes. Dave what a person.”
After the credit, a picture of Myers was shared with the message, “In loving reminiscence of our buddy, Dave Myers, 1957-2022”.
