I've been watching your videos for about 4 or 5 years now, I think since your original trip on the tour divide. I've tried to get into watching other bikepacking content but can't seem to find the same blend of exceptional positivity, attitude of gratitude,charismatic delivery, excellent editing and photography anywhere else! Keep getting out there man! Hopefully one day you might head over to the UK to check out some of our routes! Loving the vids.
Putting yourself out there sure has helped bring the world a little more happiness. I know that you didn't reach your race goal - but you sure met your life goal!
Had a DUZER moment a few weeks ago. Scene: Me a roadie on an unladen carbon road bike, 50 miles into a 60 mile ride. It was incredibly hot and humid in a very rural back road in upstate NY. I caught a guy on a fully laden touring bike in the middle of a long climb, I was hurting, gave him a wave and hello as I passed with my head down. 2 mile descent was glorious and I noticed he was a couple of hundred yards back and matching my pace. I am dreaming of cold drinks and a cold shower at home in 10 miles. But a thought pops into my head from nowhere; “What would DUZER do?”. I am a grumpy introvert, so I ignored this for a mile or so, then again, “WWDD?”. I sat up, slowed down and had a lovely chat with a guy on his last push, last day off a 400 mile ride from NYC, he really wanted to chat and was looking for tips on my home town. Ryan, your grace has an effect on people far and wide on a daily basis. Keep riding, keep being you.
I just my longest hardest ride ever. I rode the STP. Seattle to portland about 206 miles in 2 days. You have definitely inspired me and a lot of others to take on challenges we never thought possible. Your videos are beautiful. Your words are kind and inspiring. All around you are an amazing human.
Just ran into someone at the local bike shop that told me they got into cycling because of Duzer. I have to say you are doing a good job getting people into cycling keep up the good work and I hope to someday see you on the road when I am doing my tours.
The support you receive is awesome....really shows how much meaning your content has. I got goosebumps on some of those encounters. One of these days maybe I'll 'run' into you. Thanks for putting these videos together....I appreciate you bringing us along!!!
Oh Ryan! The community of love you’ve created is just so amazing! We passed a lot of love for Duzer signs along the route and we felt a part of the community too. Also, we had pizza in Whitefish at Jersey Mikes too. I’ve never eaten so much pizza so fast as after riding over Red Meadow. 😊
Great videos, I really enjoy your content! We didn’t meet on the tour but were pretty close much of the time. I was one of the lucky ones on day 2 and got the last bunk in Butts Cabin and was almost sleeping when you came in to warm up. And on day 4 Trackleader shows I was about 25 min behind you coming up the road to Red Meadow Lake--and I saw (had to have been) that same bobcat! Seeing that cat was one of my tour wildlife highlights.
Wow and double wow, people love you Ryan. Me too! I was a bit worried when I saw a new video on a Thursday and thought I somehow had spaced out and it was already Sunday again. :) The scenery is beautiful! I did find it difficult to watch you cycling in the wet sloppy mud and the very cold weather. You are one tough man! I would have been weeping. Thank you for another inspiring video!
Love your videos and passion for cycling. To be on a journey like this and see your fans along the way must be awesome and very motivating. Keep up the good work! 👍
Random Thursday bonus Duzer episode? SWEET!!! All of the trail angel love in this one truly made my day. Love all of the honesty and vulnerability you share with us, and it really reminds us that it's okay to be one with our vulnerabilities out on the trail. Also, yeah, warmer is better. No snowies, no freezies... I think I'm okay with Icees though, especially wild cherry!
I am doing my semi-annual Big Bear, CA, ride, and this time, my stepfather is with me. We watched your SoCalRambler again and are going to retrace your route on our bikes today. Plus, we just got back from bike-packing Catalina Island for three days yesterday. You continue to inspire Ryan.
Wait.. it's not Sunday. We get a mid-week Duzer video? Bonus! Hope John and Mira are doing well; he hasn't posted to youtube in months. Bike people all over the world know who you are and come out to say hi, that's so cool! How very heart warming. You stayed the same place as the legend Mike Hall! Great video, thanks for sharing, this was a good one.
I want to tank you for all of your videos . I am so sorry that you were unabe to finish the race but you made the right decision . I am 80 years old and ride 6 days a week 25 to 30 miles .Would love to meet you in person best of luck and keep on doing what you do , Bob ..PS I had to switch to an E bike haha.
I just stumbled on your channel and i love you 😊. Your awesome. When you mentioned about the great people you meet, great sights you saw and adventure thats whats bikepacking/touring is all about Ryan😊😊😊
SO cool people came to see you and/or ride with you!! I've been seeing the same for the last 78 days with Lael Wilcox as she Rides Around the World. Your videos are terrific -- I always look forward to them!
Man I love your videos SO SO MUCH!! Truly inspire me to get out on my bike even for a 5 mile ride. I will work my way up to bigger things! My first goal is to ride my bike all the way from Lakewood to Red Rocks!
Another lovely vid' Ryan. Thank you. Maybe have a look through a motorcycle shop for some winter glove options should you plan another adventure in cold conditions. You can always post them home to yourself once it warms up 🤷🏻♂
There is currently a Lay's potato chip commercial, where starting wirh a soccer team, then a mass of people sing "Oh Lay's! - Oh Lay's! - Oh Lay's!" to "Ole`! - Ole`! - Ole`!" You do in the tunnels and under overpasses.
Having hiked in snow, It does help to bring some attachable handwarmers that can slide inside gloves. I think there are rechargeable warming handles as well but can't speak how well they work. Hope saddle problems are figured out. You meet a lot of interesting people along the way.
The Last Best Ride in 2022 was the start of my New Life of full time Bikepacking (25 months now) around North America. I’ve been back both in 2023 & 2024, because TLBR is the Best Gravel event out there! Maybe you can make it out for 2025.
Hi Ryan, Great videos and worth the wait. Can you share a link to or name of the yurt you stayed in? Assuming it's available for booking and not a private accommodation.
You met lots of interesting and great people. Maybe someday I will go on a tour as well but complicated relocation situation isn't helping at all. Did you figure out saddle issues btw?
I'll never forget this special day and all the wonderful people who came out to say hello.
I so envy you 😊
I've been watching your videos for about 4 or 5 years now, I think since your original trip on the tour divide. I've tried to get into watching other bikepacking content but can't seem to find the same blend of exceptional positivity, attitude of gratitude,charismatic delivery, excellent editing and photography anywhere else! Keep getting out there man! Hopefully one day you might head over to the UK to check out some of our routes! Loving the vids.
Thank you for the kind words, I truly appreciate it.
These people are just a sliver of the impact you are making. Each video I know inspires people one bike rider at a time.
Awww, thanks. I sure hope so
Very sweet story about the guy's mom watching you, John and Mira.
OMG, you just bring so much joy and happiness to peoples lives. Super proud of you. A great human.
They lifted me up on this day!
Putting yourself out there sure has helped bring the world a little more happiness. I know that you didn't reach your race goal - but you sure met your life goal!
I was humbled by all the love on this day. Life Goal definitely achieved!
Had a DUZER moment a few weeks ago. Scene: Me a roadie on an unladen carbon road bike, 50 miles into a 60 mile ride. It was incredibly hot and humid in a very rural back road in upstate NY. I caught a guy on a fully laden touring bike in the middle of a long climb, I was hurting, gave him a wave and hello as I passed with my head down. 2 mile descent was glorious and I noticed he was a couple of hundred yards back and matching my pace. I am dreaming of cold drinks and a cold shower at home in 10 miles. But a thought pops into my head from nowhere; “What would DUZER do?”. I am a grumpy introvert, so I ignored this for a mile or so, then again, “WWDD?”.
I sat up, slowed down and had a lovely chat with a guy on his last push, last day off a 400 mile ride from NYC, he really wanted to chat and was looking for tips on my home town.
Ryan, your grace has an effect on people far and wide on a daily basis. Keep riding, keep being you.
Wow, so many great people came out along the route to support you - what a wonderful community!
The best!
Montana is Duzer Country. Now I know why I like this channel and Ryan's antics.. I was born in Kalispell Montana. I'm one of them.
I just my longest hardest ride ever. I rode the STP. Seattle to portland about 206 miles in 2 days. You have definitely inspired me and a lot of others to take on challenges we never thought possible. Your videos are beautiful. Your words are kind and inspiring. All around you are an amazing human.
Way to go on the STP! I wanna do that someday
Just ran into someone at the local bike shop that told me they got into cycling because of Duzer. I have to say you are doing a good job getting people into cycling keep up the good work and I hope to someday see you on the road when I am doing my tours.
The support you receive is awesome....really shows how much meaning your content has. I got goosebumps on some of those encounters. One of these days maybe I'll 'run' into you. Thanks for putting these videos together....I appreciate you bringing us along!!!
Another amazing adventure and the love that everyone has for you is a testament to who YOU are. ❤
Incredible support must feel good❤
What a day!! One for the books for sure so much love out there for you. Fuelled by homemade cookies and love!❤
Oh Ryan! The community of love you’ve created is just so amazing! We passed a lot of love for Duzer signs along the route and we felt a part of the community too. Also, we had pizza in Whitefish at Jersey Mikes too. I’ve never eaten so much pizza so fast as after riding over Red Meadow. 😊
Ryan you sure ran into some wonderful people on this journey, they sure appreciate you .. those are some great Americans my friend
Indeed! Met so many wonderful people
What a great day! Beautiful scenery, great people, and pizza.
Pizza!!!
You went from such a low to such a high in this episode Ryan, you can see how much you inspire people😊That was an amazing effort buddy👍
I sure did, and it felt incredible
Such a great video, I really appreciate you sharing hard moments. Not everything is easy, but you stay positive and funny. Thanks
Great videos, I really enjoy your content! We didn’t meet on the tour but were pretty close much of the time. I was one of the lucky ones on day 2 and got the last bunk in Butts Cabin and was almost sleeping when you came in to warm up. And on day 4 Trackleader shows I was about 25 min behind you coming up the road to Red Meadow Lake--and I saw (had to have been) that same bobcat! Seeing that cat was one of my tour wildlife highlights.
Thanks!
Wow and double wow, people love you Ryan. Me too! I was a bit worried when I saw a new video on a Thursday and thought I somehow had spaced out and it was already Sunday again. :)
The scenery is beautiful! I did find it difficult to watch you cycling in the wet sloppy mud and the very cold weather. You are one tough man! I would have been weeping.
Thank you for another inspiring video!
Christmas must have come early . We didn't have to wait till Sunday for episode 4 . You are awesome , Ryan. 🙌
The kindness of your followers speaks volumes to your character and channel Ryan! Keep on doing your thing and being yourself!
123 miles? Insane! This looks like such a beautiful place to ride. Looking forward to more posts on this tour/race.
Love your videos and passion for cycling. To be on a journey like this and see your fans along the way must be awesome and very motivating. Keep up the good work! 👍
watching from Philippines🇵🇭
Puerto Princesa here
Random Thursday bonus Duzer episode? SWEET!!! All of the trail angel love in this one truly made my day. Love all of the honesty and vulnerability you share with us, and it really reminds us that it's okay to be one with our vulnerabilities out on the trail.
Also, yeah, warmer is better. No snowies, no freezies... I think I'm okay with Icees though, especially wild cherry!
Great series, thanks for this !
I am doing my semi-annual Big Bear, CA, ride, and this time, my stepfather is with me. We watched your SoCalRambler again and are going to retrace your route on our bikes today. Plus, we just got back from bike-packing Catalina Island for three days yesterday. You continue to inspire Ryan.
Twas a good day for the heart!
Wait.. it's not Sunday. We get a mid-week Duzer video? Bonus! Hope John and Mira are doing well; he hasn't posted to youtube in months. Bike people all over the world know who you are and come out to say hi, that's so cool! How very heart warming. You stayed the same place as the legend Mike Hall! Great video, thanks for sharing, this was a good one.
I want to tank you for all of your videos . I am so sorry that you were unabe to finish the race but you made the right decision . I am 80 years old and ride 6 days a week 25 to 30 miles .Would love to meet you in person best of luck and keep on doing what you do , Bob ..PS I had to switch to an E bike haha.
So lucky to see a lynx!! ❤
I just stumbled on your channel and i love you 😊. Your awesome. When you mentioned about the great people you meet, great sights you saw and adventure thats whats bikepacking/touring is all about Ryan😊😊😊
The Iohan sticker was so cool to see, too! Just above Mira’s sticker. May he rest in adventure. I miss his videos, a lot of them have been taken down.
Those dogs are precious
God's with you. My man much ❤
8:42 wasn´t that a Lynx maybe? Have them in Finland but very, very rare to spot. Amazing support, Team Duzer really pulled through! 🙂
Montana is the most gorgeous place on the earth
It’s a spectacular place!
Gary we have the same bike, colors and all. The Cutthroat is my favorite bike of all time ❤
SO cool people came to see you and/or ride with you!! I've been seeing the same for the last 78 days with Lael Wilcox as she Rides Around the World. Your videos are terrific -- I always look forward to them!
Always the best, salu2 Ryan VD
Good to see some Filipinos cheering you up. One for the Team 💪
Early release on RUclips!?! What a joyful and long day! A home cooked meal must have been wonderful!
Your hair is on point on your patreon section 👍 love the color. Great series , so epic
I was lucky enough to visit Montana in 2021. Fingers crossed I will be riding the TD in 2026. Cannot wait to get back over there from the UK.
Love the way you spread the positive feelings to everyone that meets you nice one man stay safe 🙏 👍👊
Thanks for posting Great Divide videos. I'll watch you get groceries it's always such a high and pleasure. Look forward to whatever you do next!
Right on Ryan. You are a legend. Come to Australia and it will be the same. ❤❤❤❤
These are great!
Man I love your videos SO SO MUCH!! Truly inspire me to get out on my bike even for a 5 mile ride. I will work my way up to bigger things! My first goal is to ride my bike all the way from Lakewood to Red Rocks!
That sounds like an awesome little adventure. And red rocks is a great place to finish
Thanks for sharing this with us.
You know what this video needs? More cowbell!
Great video. Great people.
That looks like your Sweden tour.
Yeah it does.
Another lovely vid' Ryan. Thank you.
Maybe have a look through a motorcycle shop for some winter glove options should you plan another adventure in cold conditions.
You can always post them home to yourself once it warms up 🤷🏻♂
You definitely inspired me!
So beautiful up there!!! Your state is beautiful also! Thanks for sharing! Take care brother!
Again, great content
¡Gracias!
Muchísimas gracias por tu apoyo
EXCELLENT ride along, thanks.
Quite amazing how the mind can go from outhouse to penthouse.
There is currently a Lay's potato chip commercial, where starting wirh a soccer team, then a mass of people sing "Oh Lay's! - Oh Lay's! - Oh Lay's!" to "Ole`! - Ole`! - Ole`!" You do in the tunnels and under overpasses.
AWESOME!!
No flatties! No crashies! No whammies!! and most of all No bacon butties!! LOL I can still feel your pain my friend. :)
Loved the soccer pitch footage. It looked like most places in Jamaica with that mountainous background ❤
Love you man, keep keeping on popit
Late night in Boulder finding this by chance. Awesome.
Loving the series not u only the series
Having hiked in snow, It does help to bring some attachable handwarmers that can slide inside gloves. I think there are rechargeable warming handles as well but can't speak how well they work. Hope saddle problems are figured out. You meet a lot of interesting people along the way.
Which taillight do you use when long distance bicycling? 🚲
And what about one of these 🦺?
Thank you!
Lionel-
Ryan you should use handlebar mitts they work great for cold weather.
A late night Wednesday release lets go! Am I member now? Anyway let's go!
I think you have a twin brother, seriously. He’s a good and long time friend and everything about you is identical.
Olé, olé, olé, olé. Olé! Olé!
Next time you have saddsores try the gel bandages that stay on for a outlet of days and heal your wounds while it's covering your open sores
The Last Best Ride in 2022 was the start of my New Life of full time Bikepacking (25 months now) around North America. I’ve been back both in 2023 & 2024, because TLBR is the Best Gravel event out there! Maybe you can make it out for 2025.
I’d really love to experience it someday
Let's go Ryan
Now that's a job description. Chicken farmer & software engineer!
lucky duzer you met my 3 favorite people américain ,québecois and philipino in the same day
Hi Ryan, Great videos and worth the wait. Can you share a link to or name of the yurt you stayed in? Assuming it's available for booking and not a private accommodation.
You met lots of interesting and great people. Maybe someday I will go on a tour as well but complicated relocation situation isn't helping at all.
Did you figure out saddle issues btw?
Watching this it occurs to me, if I may, one problem is you don't have any fat on you. When times are tough, the skinny ones go first. 😂😂
🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉 cảm ơn cả nhà rất nhiều
Grazie.
❤
DUZER.. when are you posting your RAGBRAI vids?
I'm Tom on the trike with chickens
Someone sponsor me 🙌🏾 🚲
You have more people love you who have never met you than I do in my life with all the people I actually know.
I wonder what that means?
I use hospital gloves under my gloves on my motorcycle and bicycle. Works real well, have a great one next time. SJ
Was there someone on the hill at 3:30? 😮
5:46 Rest In Peace Iohan Gueorguiev. Thanks John and Mira, Omni Tierra_Dogpacking for placing the lohan sticker.
What would be your 'real job' be Ryan?
Bicycle mechanic, sales and or shop owner?
You okay, bro?
Yikes! 16.6 kph! And that's a "bad day"?
No way was this a loss, dude.
Took me awhile to realize it, but it’s true. Lots of important lessons learned
Ryan looks Great for his Age amazing! What is the secret.
Great for his age… he he.
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❤🤍💙 Ryan van Duzer 💙🤍❤