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  • Опубликовано: 26 апр 2021
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    Many of you watched the original LoveCycles series back in 2018, this video has all the best moments from that journey smushed into one long edit! Looking back at this footage fills my heart with joy, I'll be forever grateful for this experience with Ali...and yes, we're still friends!
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Комментарии • 839

  • @duzer
    @duzer  2 года назад +17

    Hey! Thanks so much for watching this video. If you're looking for another fun bikepacking video, I just released my experience on the Colorado Trail. ruclips.net/video/jzCxqzYeUf0/видео.html

  • @duzer
    @duzer  3 года назад +209

    I really hope that you enjoy watching this. It has a much different feel than the series, mainly because I took out the music. I want you to experience it the way we did, without music influencing your emotions. It was a monumental experience for me on so many levels, and I'm forever grateful to Ali for saying yes to this adventure. And even though Ali and I are no longer together, (we're still friends) the advice we got from all these strangers was powerful, and I use that wisdom in every interaction that I have with people. What is your love advice? Please share below.

    • @theadventurousgeezer
      @theadventurousgeezer 3 года назад +17

      My wife and I have been married for nearly 29 years and we often cynically joke that the secret to a successful marriage is just learning how to put up with each other's crap. I actually think there is some intuitive wisdom in that somewhat off-putting statement. It's so easy to focus on the negative, but instead, we try to look past that and see the positive attributes in each other. So far it's seemed to work for the past 29 years.

    • @duzer
      @duzer  3 года назад +11

      @@theadventurousgeezer That's actually very solid advice, and I'm on board with that! Sending you both a big hug!

    • @32532jfbk
      @32532jfbk 3 года назад +8

      Your partner will always be changing; always growing or decreasing. Find someone with the same values as you, that is growing and spurs you on to growth. This is always balanced with space to let the other person be who they are and not hold onto them (or your ideal of them) too tightly; otherwise you will suffocate them. It’s two seemingly conflicting ideas, bet there is a balanced tension between the two. Challenge each other but except each other. (7 year married and two kids into the adventure)

    • @32532jfbk
      @32532jfbk 3 года назад +1

      @@theadventurousgeezer I like the key to your statement. Look at the positive. (And assume the other person has good will for you)

    • @ExileTheKnightsOfMaltaNow
      @ExileTheKnightsOfMaltaNow 3 года назад +2

      Life without love is not impossible however it is a low level of human consciousness, like War, is hell... love is the first great gift of life... Yet relationship alone is not our ultimate purpose, at this moment in history, we all have a greater calling, to confront... every day that passes while Justice is being obstructed, the fabric of our false fictional reality contains a little less love... This challenges the wholeness of each of our individual beings, makes us wobbly, and less likely to have a firm footing for commitment to having something left over, for someone else. We are all struggling... in the womb we learn to love ourselves and life itself first, before we actually even meet anyone else... And that's something that we should give ourselves permission to hold onto firmly throughout life. And we all need to come to an urgent Epiphany in a timely fashion... Collective Consciousness rising to a critical mass, understanding the problem and seeing the solution... We are all like Oliver now asking for more porridge from the bullies... We have to make our standing Military Officers understand, that we understand that they, and no one else holds the keys, the Constitutional keys, to peacefully and constitutionally , ending the abuse of both our military and civilians., the flora and fauna and Planet itself.. all of the years combined to this moment, and justice, judgment and dignity are long overdue to arrive... have you ever seen the movie Blue Velvet? We are stuck in the middle of that movie and need to get onto the ending. Where love is restored and the birds can sing. The Secret Of Love Is Love thyself first... And then love everyone else equally.., LOL except the fascists they have some punishment to face... We don't have to make it intentionally unpleasant.... some people need tougher love than others

  • @michaelofficer1331
    @michaelofficer1331 3 года назад +122

    Duzer, I hope this wasn't too painful editing, but thank-you very much for posting.

    • @duzer
      @duzer  3 года назад +47

      It was awesome to relive it!

    • @michaelofficer1331
      @michaelofficer1331 3 года назад +4

      @@duzer That's the spirit!!

    • @harrisonvictor305
      @harrisonvictor305 3 года назад

      a trick: you can watch series on kaldrostream. I've been using them for watching all kinds of movies lately.

    • @kadekyson6572
      @kadekyson6572 3 года назад +1

      @Harrison Victor yea, have been using Kaldrostream for since november myself =)

    • @serafinjacobtiqui6334
      @serafinjacobtiqui6334 3 года назад +1

      Mixed emotions on this. 😔

  • @jimdunlap2769
    @jimdunlap2769 3 года назад +24

    This is great...i love the comments. I got off the Hamster wheel of life and did early retirement. Sometimes i wonder why i even ware a watch...i don't have to be anywhere. I did 42 years trucking. And after my wife died in February of 2018 i called it quits and came to the Philippines. Lots to see and do. And for me ebiking and slowing down is the way to see this beautiful country...thanks for the inspiration love the videos.

    • @ronmalphrus5920
      @ronmalphrus5920 3 года назад +2

      Jim, i plan to retire in June 2022 and will be moving to the Davao City area. Would love to join with you to do some bike touring when i get there.

    • @jimdunlap2769
      @jimdunlap2769 3 года назад

      @@ronmalphrus5920 I'm way up in the Manila area...we could make it work though

    • @duzer
      @duzer  3 года назад +3

      Love to hear that you're making the most of this wild and precious life! Happy trails my man!

    • @jordanschoonmaker4533
      @jordanschoonmaker4533 3 года назад

      @@jimdunlap2769 Nice, I'm in Muntinlupa area originally from upstate NY and spent the lasts several years in Kansas

  • @kmbaylor
    @kmbaylor 3 года назад +75

    Because of you, I’ll be taking my first bike tour with my brother across Florida at the end of the year. Thanks for the inspiration!

    • @duzer
      @duzer  3 года назад +6

      That’s great! Have fun

  • @victorsabioni
    @victorsabioni 3 года назад +26

    I can't believe you just published this on a Tuesday. I have so much work for this week. Yeah... I need to prioritize and work. Darn you Ryan, I'll come back for this. I WILL COME BACK FOR THIS!

    • @duzer
      @duzer  3 года назад +2

      hahaha, sorry Victor!! It'll be waiting for you when you're ready. Have a great week

    • @victorsabioni
      @victorsabioni 3 года назад +1

      @@duzer Alright, here we go!

    • @redwhite_040
      @redwhite_040 3 года назад

      You work too much, serously. Enjoy life more, iit´s over before you know it.

  • @DavidBoland
    @DavidBoland 3 года назад +3

    Thank you for sharing this Ryan. It was beautiful, inspiring and brought me to tears on several occasions. It reminds me a lot my travels, bringing up a lot of emotion as I reflect on the transient nature of lovership & connection with folk I’ve experienced on the journey. Lots of love to you!

  • @traceyodonnell1969
    @traceyodonnell1969 3 года назад

    Wow, this edit is spectacular, i could watch it again. The heartfelt humanity infused into biking across the country, food for the soul. thank you for sharing.

  • @shelbydouma4671
    @shelbydouma4671 3 года назад +1

    so glad you shared this with us, some of the ariel shots are insane! very well edited!

  • @michaelangemeer4183
    @michaelangemeer4183 3 года назад

    I just found your channel a few days ago. Thank you for sharing your inspirational journey. I can't even imagine how the two of you did that. You've inspired me to get a red flashing light and go on more longer bike trips.

  • @paulfaulkner6299
    @paulfaulkner6299 2 года назад +15

    You are a lovely, inspiring guy, Ryan. I've come back to your channel today and watched through this entire (short) film whilst doing some clerical work. I know I've said it before but I will say it again: Thank you so very much for sharing your films with the rest of us. They are fantastic in both quality and content. You live in a beautiful contry on a beautiful continent. Thank you for sharing your part of the world with the rest of us!

  • @anthonyfusco1520
    @anthonyfusco1520 3 года назад

    I love this series, thank you so much for re-editing it and posting it!

    • @duzer
      @duzer  3 года назад

      Yay!!! Glad you’re excited about this

  • @shaunroach7829
    @shaunroach7829 3 года назад

    This was outstanding!! This video popped up on my feed and I stayed until the end. It was magical how you documented and showed us the wonderful small towns and people within it! As a fellow Canadian I live 1 1/2 hours away from Sabrina and Niagara Falls and it was a nice surprise seeing them in the video. I have to say how you captured the human spirit throughout your journey was amazing!! With world 🌍 in a lot of chaos and your country so divided it was so nice seeing and being reminded to open your heart and be grateful to one another no matter how different we are!!! 👍👍👍💪💪🙌🙌🙌

    • @duzer
      @duzer  3 года назад +1

      Thanks for watching this!!! And I agree, an open heard and mind makes the world a lot friendlier place

  • @daviddesola8720
    @daviddesola8720 3 года назад

    Loved this film from start to finish, Ryan. Truly a labor of love--and deeply inspiring!

    • @duzer
      @duzer  3 года назад

      I’m so glad that you enjoyed it!

  • @grant_painter
    @grant_painter Год назад +3

    Great camera work, great editing, great audio. Great story. Great documentary.
    I've cycled (halfway) across America before and I can't imagine doing all of this camera work.
    I love this guy's personality!

  • @danielclark7960
    @danielclark7960 3 года назад +4

    Love watching these long edit videos - true inspiration Ryan. Best to you in the future, as well to Ali with whatever it is she has going on. Cheers man

    • @duzer
      @duzer  3 года назад

      Glad you like the longer edits!

  • @ah_dev
    @ah_dev 2 года назад +1

    I've recently started to road cycle and I've got my new bike coming this week so this video came at just the right time! I've been flirting with the idea of touring my home country of Wales and its a beautiful landscape for a touring bike and this video has convinced me to do it this summer! Wales (luckily for me) is much, much smaller than America so I'm hoping it will be a great starting tour! Thanks for the beautiful video

  • @rasman1876
    @rasman1876 5 месяцев назад

    This was such a great documentary! I really enjoyed riding my indoor bike while watching. Im definitely subscribing. Thanks for the inspo!

  • @meldejesus2832
    @meldejesus2832 3 года назад +9

    You are a really nice person . I hope you find your true love, to grow old with and ride bicycle with throughout eternity. Thanks for sharing your life’s experiences.

    • @duzer
      @duzer  3 года назад +3

      I like that!!

  • @jovzvin3752
    @jovzvin3752 3 года назад +1

    This is awesome the people the nature all of the adventure you both been together. A very inspirational content pls continue spreading love and peace for humanity and nature.

  • @rabh6746
    @rabh6746 3 года назад

    I didn't want this to end, what a fantastic and truly inspiring journey across America!

    • @duzer
      @duzer  3 года назад +1

      Appreciate you taking the time to watch

  • @aminostruth3494
    @aminostruth3494 3 года назад +5

    Loved this series Ryan. Thanks for sharing all your adventures. For those who can't, it really is the next best thing.

    • @duzer
      @duzer  3 года назад

      Thanks!! The goal was to make this video as immersive as possible

  • @aydatello6062
    @aydatello6062 3 года назад +1

    I finished watching your Honduras ride and then a couple of days later you drop this one? Amazing work. I enjoy watching your trips. They remind me of how much life there is to experience. You can get people reflecting on their own life through a lens. It’s a great gift! Gracias and keep them coming 👍

    • @duzer
      @duzer  3 года назад

      I really appreciate you watching my videos!!

  • @sureshchinnappa2290
    @sureshchinnappa2290 3 года назад

    Man this was a beautiful video. I just loved every minute of it. I rode my spin bike whilst watching this video and it took me away from my lounge room as I followed you on your epic ride. Congratulations to both of you!

    • @duzer
      @duzer  3 года назад

      So glad that you enjoyed this!

  • @VanJolene
    @VanJolene 3 года назад +2

    So, so good. Makes me wanna go back and watch each full episode again

    • @duzer
      @duzer  3 года назад +1

      Glad you enjoyed it!!

  • @agasdoc
    @agasdoc 4 месяца назад

    I have never watched anything on RUclips for 2 hours but this was amazing. First....the fact that you did it and then you beautifully filmed it ( complete with great drone shots ) and then edited it! Brilliant! Kudos from all of us who have wanted to do this, but never had the time to. Adventure of a lifetime.

  • @RealDocJames
    @RealDocJames Год назад

    This was epic and amazing! What a journey. And first rate cinematography. Thank you for taking us along on such an incredible journey Ryan. Glad you had someone special to share it with.

    • @duzer
      @duzer  Год назад

      Thank you for watching!! It was indeed an incredible journey

  • @rickardessen1763
    @rickardessen1763 3 года назад +4

    An absolutely epic journey brilliantly filmed. A must watch!

    • @duzer
      @duzer  3 года назад +1

      Tack min vän!!

  • @JohnK.11
    @JohnK.11 2 года назад

    I just watched this entire video in one sitting. What an amazing adventure!

  • @outandaboutontherecumbents
    @outandaboutontherecumbents 3 года назад +1

    Wow, that was a ride for the ages!! The idea that you had to figure out your new routes everyday, that makes it a real challenge, thanks for taking the time to put it in one video, all the best!! BJ and Jo Ondo, "Out and About on the Bicycles" You Tube and Blog :)

  • @ccjohncc1
    @ccjohncc1 2 года назад

    Thanks for making these videos and sharing them with us. They are very well done!
    I understand Dana wanting to go ahead and ignore the strangers warning. It's so funny because I would be talking about how glad I was to have had the luck to meet him before going even further and having to turn around. No reason to not trust him when he says he wouldn't try with an ATV going that way.

  • @treverjohnson9012
    @treverjohnson9012 3 года назад

    Finally cleaning my house room by room and getting a routine going. Before moving into action, watching your videos really helped me feel at home and ready to do good! Love you man!

    • @duzer
      @duzer  3 года назад

      That's great! Glad that I could help you clean your house, haha ;)

  • @nomadchad5733
    @nomadchad5733 3 месяца назад

    I think all of us cycle tourers have watched a lot of these by now but that was really special. Pure joy and awe you've managed to convey through your film.

  • @92redferrari
    @92redferrari 3 года назад +1

    Great adventure. Also watched the two Baja ones you've done and the Great divide. Love the honesty and enthusiasm. Keep the light shining!!

    • @duzer
      @duzer  3 года назад

      Thanks! I appreciate you watching my videos

  • @douglasstraight3648
    @douglasstraight3648 3 года назад +3

    I love that you took so many backroads and trails. See the real USA. Great video Ryan and Ali..

  • @greenheroinfo
    @greenheroinfo 3 года назад

    Thank you so much for sharing this adventure. It was amazing to watch ✌🏽

  • @marykemp1079
    @marykemp1079 3 года назад +1

    Great compilation! I remember watching the series when my husband and I were getting ready to move to Colorado from Wisconsin. Miss seeing the fireflies for sure!

    • @duzer
      @duzer  3 года назад

      I love those magical fireflies

  • @DylTyrril
    @DylTyrril 3 года назад +1

    This was an absolute joy to rewatch in all of its condensed glory! With the passage of time, I hope it was just as joyful for you to relive those memories, Ryan. You and Ali experienced one awe inspiring adventure together, and undoubtedly something to look back on in astonishment. 😀

    • @marcelhunziker9017
      @marcelhunziker9017 2 года назад

      Don't forget, they also had big fights, and very often this long journey was quiet boring. Personaly, I would never do such a long trip with my girlfriend, never!

  • @DJPablotv
    @DJPablotv 3 года назад +8

    One of the best videos on the entire RUclips. I started watching this morning, went to work then came home and finished it all. It's hard to accept that you guys are not together after that experience but I know u had fun doing it and that's all that matters.

    • @duzer
      @duzer  3 года назад +3

      Thanks for watching our adventure!! We’re still very good friends, and that’s what matters

  • @marccope942
    @marccope942 3 года назад +5

    Lovecycles is a great video series! I love the idea of a theme to a bike tour video series that isn’t actually ONLY about the ride. Very unique

    • @duzer
      @duzer  3 года назад +1

      Thanks! We really enjoyed interviewing people

  • @vicki2266
    @vicki2266 3 года назад +1

    A very timely conversation you had at minute 38 about when you talked about what loving their spouse means & that everyone becomes at least a little vulnerable and are all on the same page. Thanks for this. Beautiful.

    • @duzer
      @duzer  3 года назад

      So true! All these conversations were so powerful

  • @MyopicAdventures
    @MyopicAdventures 3 года назад

    I really enjoyed this, thanks so much for all your hard work putting it together and sharing it!

    • @duzer
      @duzer  3 года назад +1

      I appreciate you taking the time to watch this!

  • @tjark1490
    @tjark1490 3 года назад

    what else can I say but thank you for all your efforts in spreading this message of love around the world. Not at all the headlines of the news, but it is much more the little projects like yours (however from a world perspective) which help me keeping faith that this world will become a better place some day....love and peace

    • @duzer
      @duzer  3 года назад

      There’s a lot of good people on this planet!!

  • @dalidaforever00
    @dalidaforever00 3 года назад +3

    I really really loved this video. It inspired me to go on my first overnight bike trip actually. It also reminded me that the world is full of beautiful, nice and interesting people and that we shouldn't be afraid of exploring and meeting strangers. So thank you so much Ryan! Tomorrow I will be biking along the east and then north coast of Sealand in Denmark, starting from Copenhagen and I will for sure be thinking of you and Ali :)

    • @duzer
      @duzer  3 года назад

      Thank you for the kind words! Have a great time on your ride, i love Denmark!!

  • @joeposadas320
    @joeposadas320 2 года назад +1

    Hi Ryan, loved this video tour with Ali. thanks for sharing your experience across the world by bicycle and sharing your love.

    • @duzer
      @duzer  2 года назад

      Thanks for watching this! I love sharing these stories

  • @TonyYoungbeats
    @TonyYoungbeats 2 года назад

    wow!!!!! I love bike riding and I've been cycling for over a year now, and I've recently brought an e-bike. Before I go to sleep, I like to watch youtube videos about bikes, and I woke up at 6am and saw your video, and so I started it from the beginning and I watched the whole thing. What an amazing experience and the breathtaking views had me hooked. The connection you shared with each other and others was so beautiful, made me look at life so differently. I'm 33yr black male from Birmingham in England UK, and I've never seen anything like this! Thank you for sharing, and I'm so sorry to hear that you and your sweet partner are no longer 1, that really made my eyes fill with tears as I was so invested in the both of you's. Thank you for this video ❤

  • @thegreatoutdoors2149
    @thegreatoutdoors2149 3 года назад +1

    I think its so cool that you have embraced the love for cycling! My husband, and son and I, are avid bikers and we really enjoy the ride!

    • @duzer
      @duzer  3 года назад

      Love it! Happy trails to both of you

  • @johnkollhoff
    @johnkollhoff 3 года назад

    Thanks for putting this out. What an incredible experience! Keep the positive mojo following!

    • @duzer
      @duzer  3 года назад +1

      You know I will!

  • @fitzy0008
    @fitzy0008 2 года назад +2

    Amazing vid/ journey!! Makes me want to do something like this. The guy that lost all that weight and changed his attitude and life because of you has to be a powerful feeling. Good job! 🙂

    • @duzer
      @duzer  2 года назад +1

      Luke is the man! So inspiring

  • @98Kentuckian
    @98Kentuckian 3 года назад +1

    Took me a few days to finish watching all of this. I don't have the words to describe what a great work of art this is. So many people and places, i can't imagine what a life changing experience this must have been. I hate to hear that you and Ali's relationship didn't work out, but at least you have this video and all of the memories. Your positivity is infectious, thank you for sharing all of these personal experiences for us to enjoy.

    • @duzer
      @duzer  3 года назад +1

      Thanks for taking the time to watch this, I really appreciate it. It truly was a once in a lifetime experience to share with someone.

  • @josiebrown9203
    @josiebrown9203 3 года назад +36

    This was beautiful. i’m 16 and the one thing i know i wanna do with my life is to see the world on my bike, hearing all the sounds of the earth, meeting incredible people, sleeping under the stars. thank you so much for posting this, i watched the whole thing and let me tell ya, i enjoyed every moment of it. You seem to have such a beautiful soul, you and ali both. maybe one day we will meet on my biking journeys, you’re an inspiration.

    • @duzer
      @duzer  3 года назад +7

      Hello Josie!! I wish you all the best, I love that you're excited to see the world by bike...YOU HAVE SO MUCH FUN AND ADVENTURE AHEAD OF YOU!!!

    • @cjvilleneuve1566
      @cjvilleneuve1566 3 года назад +3

      do it and do it all before 35 year old,, that my biggest regret, just do it and if its hard remember that its now or never , dont be full of regrets ;)

    • @brockbedfordFPV
      @brockbedfordFPV 3 года назад +3

      35 about to be 36 and planning to ride across Canada as soon as provincial boarders relax hopefully next summer!... your never too old!...as Warren Miller says if you don't do it this year you will be one year older when you do!

    • @briantruck2284
      @briantruck2284 3 года назад

      Good luck

    • @StarxPlayz7
      @StarxPlayz7 3 года назад +2

      @@cjvilleneuve1566 age is just a number,i know a lot of cyclists 60 and above and into touring.

  • @cormiermenard9481
    @cormiermenard9481 3 года назад

    Ryan, this is a chef d oeuvre and being with Ally make the difference from doing it alone, you will never forget that trip, so do I. Good luck on your future projects

    • @duzer
      @duzer  3 года назад

      Thanks!! I appreciate that

  • @oceanbnd
    @oceanbnd 2 года назад +3

    This is SO incredible what you did here guys. What a journey to document

    • @duzer
      @duzer  2 года назад

      Thanks! We loved it

  • @alexpj626
    @alexpj626 2 года назад

    Excellent film making! I'm an avid mountain biker and can only dream in going on adventure like this. It is heart warming to see a different side of our great country, the wonderful people and breath taking sceneries. To be able to share this awesome experience with someone you love is priceless.

    • @duzer
      @duzer  2 года назад

      It was an unforgettable summer! Thanks for watching

  • @jl.c.8673
    @jl.c.8673 Год назад

    What a beautiful journey, filmography, dynamic overall. Amazing.

  • @marks6041
    @marks6041 2 года назад +2

    Fantastic job of documenting your monumental cross country trip with Ali! Sorry that the relationship didn't endure but it's commendable that you've both remained friends! Your approach to life is both uplifting and inspiring Ryan as it shows that it's best to find the positives in every situation and in everyone we meet. Keep "getting out there" my friend and if you're ever in the Cary, NC area I'd love to join you on a ride or help replenish your food and beverages pouches along the way! We have about 250 miles of greenway trails here in the Triangle and the network continues to expand. Maybe you could consider riding the Maine to Florida East Coast greenway sometime? My next journey will be the 270 mile Florida Coast to Coast connector. Take care, Mark S

  • @Stewart_Cycling
    @Stewart_Cycling 3 года назад +6

    I'm excited to watch the whole thing! RUclips would always mix up the order of videos in the playlist so this is going to be great

    • @duzer
      @duzer  3 года назад +1

      I hope that you like it!!

  • @TheBicycleTourists
    @TheBicycleTourists 3 года назад +4

    Loved watching the edited version. As an adventure film maker in-training I find myself really appreciating the talent and experience you bring to these. Gracias!

    • @duzer
      @duzer  3 года назад

      Glad you enjoyed this!!

  • @Bike-Junkie
    @Bike-Junkie 3 года назад

    Thanks for the beautiful video Ryan! Never been touch by so much love until this video came along.
    Whatever happened is whatever it is..... life is still a beautiful journey =)

    • @duzer
      @duzer  3 года назад +1

      It certainly was a beautiful adventure!

  • @deenamcmasters1155
    @deenamcmasters1155 3 года назад

    The LoveCycles series is how my friend and I found you. Loved this as much as the orginal series! I love your passion and you have inspired my friend to do Ragbrai this year!

    • @duzer
      @duzer  3 года назад +1

      Very cool!! Glad you've stuck with me ;) Hope to see you at RAGBRAI!

  • @malaysiadentist4637
    @malaysiadentist4637 3 года назад +6

    i am watching this series for thr umpteen times. There is still hope ❤️

    • @duzer
      @duzer  3 года назад +2

      Yay!!

  • @pedrofernandez8729
    @pedrofernandez8729 3 года назад +4

    My melancholy level rose quite a bit watching this. Hey, at least you got to live it and it will always be part of your past. Instead of being sad about the split, you have those wonderful memories.

    • @duzer
      @duzer  3 года назад +4

      I’m forever grateful!

  • @andrifsig
    @andrifsig 3 года назад +1

    oh man this takes me places.
    Watching this gets me reminiscing about my own start in cycling. I started watching your videos sometime before this series, I got my own bike (a Trek 920) in february in 2018 as a means to end my unhealthy lifestyle, be active and "Getting out there!"
    It was tough, and the first few months, especially starting cycling in the winter in Iceland didn't make it any easier. My interest in cycling and staying active was kind of getting to a low point.
    Then a turning point happened. Summer came along, biking got easier, I started noticing progress and Love Cycles came out. It all got me much more motivated and I started spending a lot more days in the saddle, miles started racking up and touring on my bike didn't seem a far distant goal anymore. Now in 2021 I am a much healthier person, a keen cyclist and I ride my bike most days and rack up the miles, and have gone on bike tours every summer and went out exploring. Two goals this summer which is to complete a mile century on my roadbike and tour the Westfjords here in Iceland.
    The Love Cycles series also inspired me to ask my grandparents about their relationship. They had been together for nearly 70 years and while sadly my grandmother passed away in september of that year, then I will always cherish one of my last conversations with her which was inspired by Ali and Ryans quest for love advice. To put it simply, stay together, act as one, be inclusive in all your decisions, cherish the time you spend together and have each other interest at heart in every aspect of your lives. That was probably my last lucid conversation I had with her, and for that I will always be grateful.
    We need more space in our hearts for love, compassion, empathy and thoughtfulness towards one another. The message this series brings to its audience is exactly what we need, joy towards one another, finding love, even though it does not last, is time not wasted but to be cherished as that brought happiness and fulfilment into your heart. Bringing love to another person who appreciates it, will always bring joy into your life. Making someone smile brings you closer to them and creates a connection towards one another that may or may not last the rest of your lifetime, either way it is to be cherished, preserverd and admired.
    Thank you Ryan and Ali for creating this, series like these can have a profound impact on someone's wellbeing and quality of life. Please know that you have made a huge difference in mine.
    Best wishes from Iceland
    Andri Freyr

    • @duzer
      @duzer  3 года назад +1

      Andri!! I always love your comments, thanks so much for taking the time to write this.
      I'm gonna meet you in Iceland someday, I PROMISE!!!
      Happy Trails, my friend

  • @climbpassionpaingain5525
    @climbpassionpaingain5525 2 года назад

    Hi there, i'm Cyril from south of France. Juste one big big big thank you for this life lesson. Adventure, love, dream, nature, all conditions are reunited to remind everyone that nothing is stronger than Love and willpower. Bravo Bravo Bravo. Je vous aime !!!!!!!!!! Vive la vie !!!! Warm hug to you. All the best to you all overthere. Cyril.

  • @Putzinator
    @Putzinator 3 года назад +2

    Dude I watched this video then I went and watched the whole damn series, mostly twice, cause I accidentally slept through some of it haha. I can't even count the amount of times I cried watching these videos. I plan on cycling the 800 mile Arizona Trail in October and as a very single, somewhat lonely guy your trip is the type of thing I dream about. As you mentioned there's those moments during the trip where you wish that you could share the experience with someone. And sadly those moments just make it tougher as the reality sets in that you're completely alone and usually isolated somewhere deep in the backcountry miles away from anyone... These videos made me happy and gave me hope that someday maybe I will have that opportunity. Also glad that you got to experience it as I watch some of your other videos you also seem to be kind of doing your own thing. In any case great videos man, well shot, great editing, perfect song choices, storytelling had great flow, etc. Keep spinning those pedals man and hope to see you on the trail in the future! Yeww! =D

    • @duzer
      @duzer  3 года назад +3

      Thanks my friend! I bet that you’ll find someone to share an adventure with. Have fun on the AZT!

    • @kat3871
      @kat3871 3 года назад +2

      Putzinator,
      I can totally relate to the lonely sentiment. You express yourself beautifully. Thank you for sharing.

  • @mattinla98
    @mattinla98 2 года назад

    Such a great video Ryan. I really enjoyed watching it. That drone shot 1 hr in on the white rocks with the dark stormy sky behind you is super spectacular - totally surreal looking.

    • @duzer
      @duzer  2 года назад +1

      I loved that beautiful moment!

  • @BryanKnuppel
    @BryanKnuppel 3 года назад

    YASSSS! Thanks for all of your hard work! We appreciate it.

    • @duzer
      @duzer  3 года назад

      Thanks!! I appreciate you watching

  • @treyquattro
    @treyquattro 3 года назад

    wow, this is just about when I found your channel, a little bit before when you were getting the Trek bikes to go on the mammoth ride. So bittersweet. Like many, many others I was wishing that you would be together always. I'm glad to see you're doing well and going from strength to strength here.

  • @seattlegrrlie
    @seattlegrrlie Год назад +3

    Super awesome video! Also really amazing to see how just a few weeks of riding changes her body. She was thin and pretty when she started, but man she was absolutely cut when it ended. And the guy who started riding to save his heart. Cycling can keep you young, keep you fit, take you amazing places, and meet amazing people ❤

    • @duzer
      @duzer  Год назад

      A trip like this changes you in so many ways

  • @GlitterPoolParty
    @GlitterPoolParty Год назад +1

    I loved the focus on your relationship with Ally. Your break up must be really hard for you both, so its nice to have these great videos to look back on a beautiful chapter in your life. I hope you are able to recognize the things that didnt work and commit to fixing them as you move on and find a new love.

  • @mountfairweather
    @mountfairweather 2 года назад +1

    Thanks for the video. Made me smile a few times. You guys rock !

    • @duzer
      @duzer  2 года назад +1

      Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it

  • @omare_biketonature
    @omare_biketonature 3 года назад +5

    I’m going to sit later this evening after dinner and enjoy the whole video, saludos desde Honduras mi amigo!

    • @duzer
      @duzer  3 года назад

      Saludos desde Colorado!! Abrazos

  • @deklimmer
    @deklimmer 3 года назад +2

    In all these years on RUclips, this is the first long video I watched in it's entirely. What a trip, the USA is so beautiful! Hope to ride there one time.

    • @duzer
      @duzer  3 года назад

      Oh wow!! Glad that this was your first!! Appreciate you watching this

  • @annak3688
    @annak3688 3 года назад

    I had a pretty bad bicycle accident in July 2018 and followed you along as I rehabbed. I still have not put myself on a bicycle again but maybe... You’re videos, your attitude, your joy is so uplifting. My vicarious ride with you & Allie helped in my healing process. My love advice (33 years of marriage) is encouraging each other to grow and stand by each other through the rough times. When you truly love someone, their happiness is your happiness. I see another Lovecycle in your future. ❤️🚴‍♂️❤️🚴‍♀️❤️

    • @duzer
      @duzer  3 года назад +1

      Thanks! That’s means a lot. I hope that you’re doing better these days

  • @TheDivinian
    @TheDivinian 2 года назад +3

    I'm only 22 years old, but I'm going to start training for this now! This is definitely an inspiration to push myself to greater limits and mark this off of my bucket list. Absolutely loved the video guys, you killed it!

    • @duzer
      @duzer  2 года назад

      Thanks!! Have so much fun on your own adventure!! You’ll love it

  • @nicolas_-_-_
    @nicolas_-_-_ 3 года назад

    Hello! Thank you so much! This is one of my favourite videos on RUclips.

    • @duzer
      @duzer  3 года назад

      That makes me so happy! Thanks

  • @royking7298
    @royking7298 3 года назад +1

    Dude! I love you, man! I really needed this shot of optimism.

    • @duzer
      @duzer  3 года назад

      You got it!

  • @justinlord6194
    @justinlord6194 3 года назад +1

    Love this! I'm sure parts were hard, but had to have been cool reliving a lot of those memories. That series got me through a winter on the trainer, and got me back in riding shape. Going out on the Erie Canal in NY this year!

    • @duzer
      @duzer  3 года назад

      Oh cool!! Enjoy the Erie Canal!

  • @goodtimefolkrock
    @goodtimefolkrock 3 года назад

    I just discovered your channel and love all your stuff. I turned to bicycle riding a few years ago after a pre diabetes diagnosis....i lost 60 + Lbs and turned it all around. I guess bicycling save my life .... it's def my sweet obsession. Your video is epic sir....something this old fella can only dream of ....thanks for this it's very inspiring and congrats on your sobriety too!

    • @duzer
      @duzer  3 года назад +1

      I wish you all the best!! Happy trails

  • @b_bullish6700
    @b_bullish6700 2 года назад +3

    what a magical and amazing experience. Thank you for taking us along on this journey. Sorry to hear about you and Ali but I'm happy you are still friends.

    • @duzer
      @duzer  2 года назад

      Thanks for watching!!

  • @michaeltodd2923
    @michaeltodd2923 2 года назад +1

    Leaving for a big tour on Friday and had to watch your videos every day. Leaving summit county Colorado for Portland then to the Canadian boarder. Riding my bike from Washington to the Mexican boarder then over to Florida. Leaving with pretty much nothing and making a small video on the kindness of others. I can't wait. Edit: forgot to say how much i loved this video. Might be your best. Im a sucker for love so i get it. Ironically im only able to take this trip now that im single after 9 years but still my favorite touring video. Just finished a few big trips and just need a year off.

    • @duzer
      @duzer  2 года назад

      Right on! Your trip sounds amazing!! Happy trails my friend

  • @NickPiers
    @NickPiers 3 года назад +2

    I only discovered your videos in the last month or so, so this was a completely new journey for me to watch. I'm sorry things between you and Ali didn't work out, but I hope you can both be happy with the memories of this amazing tour.
    I would love, love, LOVE to do a journey like this across Canada. Coast to coast from Cape Breton (or maybe Newfoundland) to British Columbia. But it's such a daunting task. I'm not in great shape these days and even an hour long bike ride takes it out of me. And I don't have anyone to join me along the way. I couldn't do a Canada-wide trek alone.

    • @duzer
      @duzer  3 года назад

      Thanks for watching! A cross Canada voyage would be incredible!

  • @treydipple4579
    @treydipple4579 2 года назад +1

    This is such an AMAZING video! I absolutely LOVE IT!

    • @duzer
      @duzer  2 года назад +1

      Thank you!!

  • @felipericketts
    @felipericketts 3 года назад

    Thanks for this great episode of your life that you have condensed and shared with all of us. There is a lot of simple, down to earth wisdom and humanity in your work. I enjoy it greatly and benefit from it every time. Saludos y abrazos! :-)

    • @duzer
      @duzer  3 года назад +1

      Gracias amigo!

  • @alex.m.rotaru8479
    @alex.m.rotaru8479 2 года назад +3

    Great video Ryan! I joined your channel recently and I'm happy to have found your channel because you are an incredibly very positive person, thanks for inspiring me! next year I will cycle from Tallinn (Estonia) where I leave now to Verona (Italy) where my family leaves and I can't wait!

    • @duzer
      @duzer  2 года назад +1

      Wow!! That’ll be a beautiful ride, have a great adventure!!

  • @grahampearson5464
    @grahampearson5464 3 года назад

    Thanks for sharing this Ryan, you are such an inspiration. Sending kudos from the UK 👌👍

    • @duzer
      @duzer  3 года назад

      Thanks for watching!!

  • @benzagod
    @benzagod Год назад +1

    So nice adventure Ryan! Thanks for sharing! E obrigado diretamente do Brasil!!

  • @61Impalaful
    @61Impalaful 3 года назад

    After watching, my only regret is that you can only click Like 1 time! This was an incredible ride/video. I've done several week-long rides, but this just solidifies my intentions of doing the TransAm with a partner at some point. Can't thank you enough for capturing and sharing your awesome accomplishment!

    • @duzer
      @duzer  3 года назад

      Thank you so much for your kind words!!

  • @ian_thomas
    @ian_thomas 3 года назад +3

    Probably not the most productive 2 hours I've had at work recently, but this has been so worth it! 😊
    I felt a little sad for you, knowing what was to come (with Ali) but boy, such a beautiful thing you've created, Ryan. Not sure that I know anyone who loves life more than you!
    Keep safe and well!

    • @duzer
      @duzer  3 года назад +4

      haha, please don't tell your boss, haha! I was sad when we broke up, but now those feelings have given way to gratitude for what we experienced together. Thanks for watching this my man!

    • @ian_thomas
      @ian_thomas 3 года назад

      @@duzer still working from home, so all good on that front 🤣.
      I’m really glad your mind is in a good place with this. This adventure is still incredibly awesome!

  • @rameshkadem4494
    @rameshkadem4494 3 года назад

    I like your channel very much and you guys are the perfect pair I have ever seen. Keep doing what you like and looking forward to seeing more videos.

  • @starfighter1972
    @starfighter1972 3 года назад

    Bittersweet experiences that in the end we remember only what matters: The Love, God bless you buddy.

  • @Illuminatus5
    @Illuminatus5 3 года назад +1

    thank you for taking us with you on that journey

  • @emausderratsuchende5447
    @emausderratsuchende5447 3 года назад +1

    What pictures ... a USA that hardly anyone here knows, best bike video I've ever seen on RUclips.

  • @CruiserBrah
    @CruiserBrah 3 года назад +1

    OMG, that dad talking about being married for 17 years and then travelling with his daughter and talking about working things out by talking while being on tour. The love between him and his daughter is awesome, backed up by the way she hugged him.
    Awesome.

    • @duzer
      @duzer  3 года назад +1

      It was such a sweet moment

  • @guitarman4242
    @guitarman4242 3 года назад

    In '86, I rode solo from San Francisco to Seattle, the Seattle to DC, then up to New York. I remember Astoria well. One of my cartridge bearing froze on the front wheel. A bike shop inn Astoria had the one I needed. couldn't believe it. Not one issue the rest of the trip. Not even a flat. What a great way to get a taste of America. Did much the same route you did to Chicago but went a bit more south after that to DC. Experience of a life time to carry with you forever. loved it but won't do it again.

  • @markplante1419
    @markplante1419 2 года назад

    What a fantastic vid. If the World would hear what you and the People you met say about love it would certainly be a better place. Bought tears to my eyes to hear what you heard on your trip. You should do a World Tour and spread the Love. AGAIN GREAT vid and thx for sharing it. Just wonderful.

  • @vhrdz4526
    @vhrdz4526 3 года назад

    It took for me 3-4 sessions to finish it!!! yeeeiii!! You all, my very favorite part in on min 25:00 (24:56): "...the main thing is keep God in your lives"... this man know what he's saying, I know. I keep praying for you (Duzer and Ali) and for yall reading, may you be able to see how He's drawing you to Him every single day... love yall... greetings from Guadalajara, Mex. (PS I'm very thankful that now I had incorporated too many burritos to my diet!! Me and my wife started cycling on the pandemic, got new treks 520grando -for the wife- and 920 -for this man!!! so excited!! Thanks Duzer, Ali and you all!)

    • @duzer
      @duzer  3 года назад

      Thanks for watching, keep eating those burritos! ;)

  • @Skrattmannen91
    @Skrattmannen91 2 года назад

    Hi Ryan,
    I found your channel a few days ago and I love the content !
    Iam a beginner in the "cycling world" and are commuting 6 km to work every day since april and watching your videos makes me want to get out on a longer run very soon and try it out.
    Regards from Sweden !

  • @Jer0da0sniper
    @Jer0da0sniper 3 года назад

    These videos inspire me to ride further and try to plans trips (however much smaller) in the future. Thank you!

    • @duzer
      @duzer  3 года назад

      Love hearing this! Have fun out there

  • @emmyrodriguez5427
    @emmyrodriguez5427 3 года назад

    OMG! I just finished this on my tv. Such an amazing adventure! Hope you guys had fun! So crazy. So inspiring:)

    • @duzer
      @duzer  3 года назад

      YAY! I'm so glad that you enjoyed this! Thanks for watching