Balancing on the Rim-The Tahoe Twirl BikePacking Adventure-Ep 3
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4 жыл бұрынQuarantine kept me grounded for many months, but I snuck out recently for an adventure with my good friend Dominic. The Mission? The Tahoe Twirl, a 190 mile mostly off road bikepacking adventure around beautiful Lake Tahoe. In this episode, we ride up and out of burning hot Reno, back into the alpine, along the famous Flume Trail. Then we eat beans ;)
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@duzer 4 жыл бұрын
What do you all think of those views of Lake Tahoe? Riding on the edge was exhilarating!
@dudeonbike800 4 жыл бұрын
This is hardly a "Twirl," but an epic ride with killer climbing, descending and single track. THAT is the way to circle the lake!
@sapinva 4 жыл бұрын
Would like to see about 20 more minutes of the night sky and drone shots. Edge was very pretty, but maybe not all that exciting as a trail rating.
@Lughnerson 4 жыл бұрын
The lake views were spectacular. Much better than the views of the water bottles on the handlebars.
@timothysullivan7433 4 жыл бұрын
Spectacular views. I always find riding on the edge of a cliff challenging. You have to focus entirely on the trail and not allow your eyes to look over the cliff. You go were you are looking.
@duzer 4 жыл бұрын
The twirling happens after 5 days of riding, stay tuned for more
@hemaccabe4292 3 жыл бұрын
That Flume Trail is terrifying but amazing to watch. Be safe. Have fun!
@jja262 3 жыл бұрын
I biked the Tahoe Twirl this past week with a few friends. We modified the route slightly - going to South Lake Tahoe instead of Star Lake, and taking the road from Tahoe City to Truckee. This video series helped us know what to expect. Thank you!
@MaShcode 4 жыл бұрын
Like that moment when your halfway up a serious climb and you know your gonna make it. Best. Feeling. Ever. I love hills. And to do it you gotta love it. Accept no substitutes. Thanks man.
@gary62or45 4 жыл бұрын
OMG! The drone shots over the lake are fabulous
@PathfinderBikepacking 4 жыл бұрын
Top of Everest 😁 loved it mate. Such good vibes on this one.
@duzer 4 жыл бұрын
thanks my man! You would love it out there
@craigelliott12 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Ryan..... awesome Sunday gift !!!!!!!!!!!
@gary62or45 4 жыл бұрын
This is a great one Ryan, lots of nature, rocks, aspens, and WATER!!!!! Good luck to the top!
@gary62or45 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video shots through the trees, most exciting. The trail at the top is scary!!!! Good luck
@PumpkinVillage 4 жыл бұрын
What a trip. Good day to be alive for sure. Plus a full moon over Reno. That should be a trail song. Thank you very much for the video. Take care and stay safe, Al
@briannicholson2644 4 жыл бұрын
Happy Sunday Ryan!! Something good to watch at the end of my day. Your bike tours are the best Your friend Brian 🇺🇲🤩🏴
@brianward7724 4 жыл бұрын
Wow, wow and wow!!! Way to go, fellas! You really brought it to life for us mere mortals, Ryan, and I love Dom's sense of fun. That single-track, where you said it was a bit 'sketchy'......well, I'd say quite a lot more than a bit. Even if my old heart and lungs were up to it, there is absolutely NO WAY you would get me riding along some of that. Kudos to you both! Message for Dom: he mentioned how they make bike-packing specific tents now. Well, Dom, in the 1960s a mate, with whom I bike--packed in Tasmania (on-road of course, there were no off-road bikes back then) had a small 2-man tent with a fly that was made specifically for bike-packing or bike-touring, as it was called back then.
@duzer 4 жыл бұрын
Dom is a fun guy to be around for sure! Glad you enjoyed the episode, it was a beautiful day.
@dominicgill701 4 жыл бұрын
Thats awesome!! Its funny, years ago I made a film about the history of bike packing called "Comes With Baggage" - in making it I found out back around 1900 leather frame bags predated panniers significantly and were sold in some department stores....crazy!
@williamhduncan2473 2 жыл бұрын
Always remember this tidbit I read in Pierre Burton's ( Canadian journalist and history author) book on the Klondike Gold Rush about a guy who rode a bike right across Western Canada ie Winnipeg thru the mountains from Edmonton onto Dawson. And made it alive! That was 1898. That was some freakin big trip to make alone on cart tracks. Too bad it wasn't expanded upon in the book it was just a footnote in the popular history of the Gold Rush. What a tale untold.
@danerichardson9769 4 жыл бұрын
Great videos man I love the positive vibes that just radiate from everything you do !
@duzer 4 жыл бұрын
I appreciate that!
@jcjc7783 4 жыл бұрын
Nobody beats quality and positivity from duzer!
@duzer 4 жыл бұрын
A circus clown might give me a run for my money ;)
@gary62or45 4 жыл бұрын
Love the top of Mt. Rose. The downhill was awesome!
@JustDon575 4 жыл бұрын
I always look forward to seeing a new vid from you. You are awesome, upbeat and such positive attitude . The World is blessed to have you! Thank you for sharing you're adventures!
@duzer 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! I'm just out here trying to spread the sunshine! Thanks for watching my videos
@broomrider7 4 жыл бұрын
Just got back from a 20 mile ride and now getting to watch another Ryan Get Out There adventure is icing on the cake!!!
@duzer 4 жыл бұрын
YAY!! Hope you're loving that bike
@thomasdaniel5308 4 жыл бұрын
Beautiful, grueling and inspiring!
@themihaherbst 4 жыл бұрын
What an amazing place to ride a bike, just epic 🤙 thank you for awesome videos 😉😎
@k.c.l.9547 4 жыл бұрын
Beautiful landscape & awesome drone shots ! This looks like a mountain bikers dream came true . Oleole from Germany ;-)
@duzer 4 жыл бұрын
It really is a dream ride, stay tuned for more
@susanwiggins6309 4 жыл бұрын
Beautiful scenery! I was nervous watching you ride along the edge!
@PerfDayToday 4 жыл бұрын
Epic.. still on ‘la list du buckets..’ getting closer. Love the old Mt Rose bit too- love historic stuff like that. In one shot, you showed Sand Harbor State Park (NV side of course). They serve cocktails at that state park- we had them last August there. Way to go Nevada!
@mattfinch3895 4 жыл бұрын
Excellent job again Ryan thanks for the amazing adventures you share with us. Hey buy Dom a can opener my heart was in my mouth when he was opening that can. Not cool.
@duzer 4 жыл бұрын
Good idea, that'll make a great stocking stuffer
@lanyouree8532 4 жыл бұрын
Living the dream! Thanks for sharing. I need to send Dominique some beans in a bag.
@duzer 4 жыл бұрын
Yeah, bag beans are certainly easier to get into
@chrisbarker270 4 жыл бұрын
Looks amazing man. Peace and love to you.
@91722854 4 жыл бұрын
having moustache and eating mushy food when tired is both mesmerising and super pleasant feeling! time to stop shaving
@duzer 4 жыл бұрын
Interesting!
@lidarman2 4 жыл бұрын
Awesome Ryan. Thanks for the timing on this. You have me psyched for my upcoming week in Summit County.
@duzer 4 жыл бұрын
Have a great time in the high country!
@medieval4203 4 жыл бұрын
Adrenaline overdrive with some breathtaking views. Thank you for the footage
@duzer 4 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it, more cliff edges to come
@alanahenrickson9004 4 жыл бұрын
"I've only been to Tahoe once in my life and I spent most of the time inside a hotel..." WHAAAT? Must have been a blizzard outside.... Glad you were able to revisit one of the most beautiful alpine lakes in the West and ride the most spectacular mountain bike trails in the US. Great video with breathtaking views....I've ridden the Flume Trail twice, once from each direction; there's nothing else like it.
@duzer 4 жыл бұрын
I was working a conference, that's why I was stuck in a hotel. THIS TIME WAS WAY BETTER! Tahoe is magical
@mtbgo7860 4 жыл бұрын
Great edit!
@duzer 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks! This footage was fun to put together
@TheTrakker 4 жыл бұрын
I'm super amazed at the beauty out there. I've never been. But I do believe that I must go and see these things. And most certainly endeavor to consume many bean and avocado tacos. I'm a fan of all that stuff!!!
@vanuren3345 Жыл бұрын
Finally I get to see you riding somewhere I’ve ridden. I loved riding the Tahoe Flume Trail on the East side of Lake Tahoe & it appears you did too!
@duzer Жыл бұрын
It's so beautiful!
@billa6825 4 жыл бұрын
Tahoe. Hell yeah.
@adbirds 4 жыл бұрын
I'm enjoying these Tahoe videos. So beautiful!
@duzer 4 жыл бұрын
Glad you like them!
@winnieyyc-fox9612 3 жыл бұрын
Wow, it's so scary riding near the cliff.....you guys are awesome
@berndnet2000 4 жыл бұрын
"Thats a little sketchy" .. exactly my thoughts 1 second ago.
@1ironbelle 4 жыл бұрын
Good to see you out. I took the Jeep out a couple of weeks ago. Felt good getting out of the city for a few hours. Thank you for the Pride flag. I love the Tahoe area.
@duzer 4 жыл бұрын
Escaping the city is always good for the soul!
@SoundMindADV 4 жыл бұрын
Awesome. Can't beat those views. I rode the Flume for the first time on July 1st. Epic! Thank goodness it wasn't that technical, or I might've went off the edge. Fantastic adventure! Loved your video.
@duzer 4 жыл бұрын
Such a beautiful trail, so flowy and smoooth!
@SoundMindADV 4 жыл бұрын
@@duzer I agree. Thats the type of MTB'ing I prefer these days. Used to race back in the day and took more chances. I'll take Fun and flowy all day now LOL.
@marykemp1079 4 жыл бұрын
Wow, spectacular views. Never been there but now I see why it's so great! :)
@duzer 4 жыл бұрын
Yeah, this area is pretty special!
@Sunny_B4 4 жыл бұрын
😯😯😯 Oh my! That area by the rocks was super narrow! You guys are so brave.
@dudeonbike800 4 жыл бұрын
Video tends to make things look even narrower. I've watched videos that blow my mind and then realize it's the effect of the camera and screen. Although the Flume is narrow and exposed in places, the video makes it look more exposed than it is. Nonetheless, it's a "must-do" for anyone riding off road in Tahoe - unless you're some aggro big drop rider; then it's not what you want in Tahoe.
@abhinavs683 4 жыл бұрын
Video quality is outstanding. How can those shots be so stable. Much love from India.
@duzer 4 жыл бұрын
I got a new GoPro!
@ashleycalloway9729 4 жыл бұрын
Beautiful adventure
@duzer 4 жыл бұрын
Tahoe is incredible!
@mikemcgeehan4321 4 жыл бұрын
Awesome!
@duzer 4 жыл бұрын
Glad you think so!
@gary62or45 4 жыл бұрын
Great drone footage,
@hordboy 4 жыл бұрын
Beans and metal filings from knifing open the can. 🤣 Great adventure, as always.
@duzer 4 жыл бұрын
helps with the digestion ;)
@dudeonbike800 4 жыл бұрын
Get your daily iron!
@barryschnoor7300 4 жыл бұрын
LOVE getting out there with you, Ryan. Joel and I are riding the Great Allegheny Passage in a few weeks!
@duzer 4 жыл бұрын
Oh fun!! That’ll be a beautiful ride, I did the C&O section once. Give Joel a hug from me, and hope to see you at RAGBRAI next year
@Radnally 4 жыл бұрын
Did the flume trail in 1993. Had some very sketchy sections. Much fun.
@skeight976 4 жыл бұрын
living in south lake covid has not sucked but, my bike sucks but never done this trail looks amazing great video. I have video of stinger trail in south lake thats fun to.
@garryshirreffs9517 4 жыл бұрын
Great vid :)
@dudeonbike800 4 жыл бұрын
Simply awesome, epic video of one of California's true gems. Thank you! One suggestion: raise that chest camera angle. It's just a bit too much foreground and not enough background to fully appreciate the terrain and beauty of your surroundings. So impressed with your sense of adventure and ability to find the truly great riding spots. We've ridden the Flume several times on the tandem. Fun, but not very challenging. Now Hole in the Ground at Donner Pass is on another level on the tandem! So.much.fun! PS You're riding the Flume backwards!
@duzer 4 жыл бұрын
Yeah, I'm getting the hang of the new GoPro, learning everyday how to get it right. Stay tuned!
@waynerenshaw-multi-outdoor4521 4 жыл бұрын
How you liking the Mavic Mini, I had a flyaway with mine in North Wales UK... to much metal in the slate quarry in Llanberis... so through it out .. due to the metal... found it the next day and DJI replaced it under my carefresh, so happy with that, also have the Mavic Air 2 which replaced my Mavic Air 👍 great video footage from yours Ryan ... stay safe guys 👍😉🍺🍺
@AmsterDanTheAmerican 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for explaining the Whammies!
@duzer 4 жыл бұрын
You got it!
@tomfield2292 4 жыл бұрын
Get Dom an old Boy Scout knife. Comes with it's own can opener
@duzer 4 жыл бұрын
I know, I know, we forgot it
@BIKEPACKINGcom 4 жыл бұрын
Love these videos. Warning: it's a Cass Gilbert route... there will be hike-a-bike.
@fhernandez2583 4 жыл бұрын
The new camera quality is super nice!!
@duzer 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks, I like it too!
@inkjob12 4 жыл бұрын
Tahoe is great for Mt. Biking...the famous Flume Trail....also check out the town of Downyville. Very much a Mt Biking destination...great riding area
@duzer 4 жыл бұрын
I wanna check out Downieville someday!
@8664antonio 4 жыл бұрын
Wow!!🎯👌🏻💪🏻
@gary62or45 4 жыл бұрын
Loved the bean and guacamole taco’s they looked yummy. Bet you enjoyed them totally, it your main diet.....ha ha ha ha ha
@duzer 4 жыл бұрын
They were so tasty!
@dennisdownes9319 4 жыл бұрын
Ryan, riding that trail is far too hard for me. The "sketchy" trail and subsequent can-opener scene were almost too much for me to watch...........except..............as usual, your camera and editing skills are still so phenomenal, that I could not turn away. Great job riding and showing us the way!!! DD
@davisebbert4835 3 жыл бұрын
Great vid. Do you have a video of a bike breakdown? Where you show what you ride with (devices, attachments, cameras, etc)?
@timothysullivan7433 4 жыл бұрын
Another great ride. Trail did not look super technical. Logging this one on the bucket list.
@duzer 4 жыл бұрын
It was a beautiful trail!
@TSmith-vk3pu 2 жыл бұрын
Have you ever heard of the old game show Press your Luck? Their big thing was No whammies. Found memories watching that with my mom as a youngster..
@dominicgill701 4 жыл бұрын
While I appreciate that using a knife isn't the best way to open a can of cherished beans, I wanted to reassure the concerned Duzer Tv audience that no knives or hands (or stomachs) were harmed in the making of this movie. I also do solemnly swear that in future I will endeavor to remember to bring a can opener :-)
@duzer 4 жыл бұрын
hahahaha!
@dougshankle7946 3 жыл бұрын
I am digging your videos so much Ryan thanks for sharing. Planning on doing this ride August 2021. I have been looking at new bikes mostly all rigid like Surly ECR for example. This ride basically had it all and kind of wondering if I might prefer a front shock especially with all the weight.
@duzer 3 жыл бұрын
I liked front suspension, but I think the ecr would be just fine.
@dougshankle7946 3 жыл бұрын
@@duzer Thank you for the fast reply. That first day out of Reno looked brutal!
@cristianbrunno2209 4 жыл бұрын
Sei un grande sono un tuo grande fun...complimenti
@flatliner8524 4 жыл бұрын
Title should be DOM SAVES CAPTAIN DUZER....lol not sure how you survived lockdown without this guy....cheers
@duzer 4 жыл бұрын
haha, that's a good one! I'm not sure how I survived either ;)
@dominicgill701 4 жыл бұрын
@@duzer everyone needs a cynical British friend :-)
@mellissanash7517 4 жыл бұрын
what helmet do you suggest for the desert that doesn't get me too hot? Is the Smith one you using good for that?
@AdamJStoryDC 4 жыл бұрын
How do you like your new GoPro? The stabilization is great for cycling Do you like the sound quality?
@duzer 4 жыл бұрын
It's pretty solid, sound isn't great, but the stabilization is amazing
@beverleygibson1394 4 жыл бұрын
Amazing views, great to be in nature. Although, I would not want that back pack. It must be so uncomfortable on all those bumpy trails and heat.
@duzer 4 жыл бұрын
Totally agree, I got a new one that doesn't sway at all!
@ADVENTUREAROUNDTHEBEND 4 жыл бұрын
Now you need to go do the Oregon Timberline Trail!
@duzer 4 жыл бұрын
That’s on my list
@jasondunlap9823 4 жыл бұрын
Beautiful
@duzer 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Cheers!
@hilaryyoung5290 4 жыл бұрын
Duzer, have you ever rode your bike up trail ridge road?
@Somethingsomethingthing 4 жыл бұрын
Talk about Riding the Razor's Edge!!!!!
@dudeonbike800 4 жыл бұрын
It's ironic that I've driven through the Sierra to get to Utah about fourteen separate times to mountain bike. And I wouldn't trade it for anything in the world. However, the damn long drives to Utah mean missing more riding days than I could get in the Sierra. Four or more days lost on the road that could be spend riding in and around Tahoe, or Downieville, or Mammoth, or Feather River, or... you get the picture. Don't pass what's at your doorstep if you don't have to!
@DiogoChaves 4 жыл бұрын
Since you have started the Divide, are you posting the rest of the Twirl?
@tomlackey3124 4 жыл бұрын
I am going to find a way to send you a handful of P38 can openers. Would way better than the sketchy knife can opener ! You guys rock !
@dudeonbike800 4 жыл бұрын
There's this thing called a Swiss Army knife. Some people have heard of them. They even have locking blade options WITH can openers. Technology today :)
@sapinva 4 жыл бұрын
Yes, every key ring needs one.
@duzer 4 жыл бұрын
I appreciate it...we forgot our multitool that has the can opener, whoops!
@jeffreyscales7891 4 жыл бұрын
What was the bike model you rode in this??
@bahamutz3ro524 4 жыл бұрын
Whammys that reminds me of that old tv show hahahha
@johnnydoe66 4 жыл бұрын
"How's it taste?" Answers with "Adventuress?" and a bit of concern on his face. His expression reminded me of my girls when they were infants, they wanted something that I was eating, and they weren't so sure they liked whatever it was.
@duzer 4 жыл бұрын
haha, so true!
@akay4500 4 жыл бұрын
Hey Ryan, did you see Shimano brought back the spd sandal..?! Just for you? 😆🤘 Amazing trip btw 🥰
@duzer 4 жыл бұрын
Yay!! Great news
@fehrcarlo2381 4 жыл бұрын
Great adventure videos Ryan! You think that trail could be done in a gravel bike?
@duzer 4 жыл бұрын
I wouldn't do it on a gravel bike...fat tires and suspension are nice...but anything is possible
@Somethingsomethingthing 4 жыл бұрын
Where was your butter knife to spread the beans, Ryan???
@mhernandez4576 4 жыл бұрын
@11:50 a 'little' sketchy? Glad you made it ok through here...definitely not for amateur riding... ;)
@djfunknuckle3375 4 жыл бұрын
@5:35 what computrer that? also, what drone are you bikepacking with?
@roddyeskew3909 3 жыл бұрын
Great video! How doable would this route be on a gravel bike? The trails look pretty mellow so far
@duzer 3 жыл бұрын
If you want to complete the entire route, I would not choose a gravel bike, there’s quite a bit of full on technical mountain biking, but there are definitely sections that are doable on a gravel bike
@sorinvictorascobzaru3581 4 жыл бұрын
Hello Ryan from Roumania, Bucharest, Victor
@duzer 4 жыл бұрын
Hello from Boulder, Colorado
@thebeans66 4 жыл бұрын
Get a can opener. A severed artery from opening the can with a knife would be no bueno for sure.
@TheTrakker 4 жыл бұрын
A P-38 can opener would be the tool for the job. Small like a quarter, but weighs less.
@pedrofernandez8729 4 жыл бұрын
At around the 12 min point, it looked very scary with the precipice just to your right.
@tomiday66 4 жыл бұрын
My thought as well. I'd have trouble getting around that on my fat tire recumbent trike!
@nottooherbal 4 жыл бұрын
That PLUS riding so close to another rider would be a nightmare to me.
@FamilyBikesRepeat 4 жыл бұрын
this is great! What are you using to transport camera/drone? I've got goals of producing the same style content and carrying my DSLR backpack gets a little heavy. Carrying on frame or on your back?
@duzer 4 жыл бұрын
drone goes in my frame pack, padded with clothes
@Larry93215 4 жыл бұрын
Always have a P38
@jamesfinkbeiner7262 3 жыл бұрын
What harness system Dom running on his handlebar? Looks like a sort of clamp-on thingy.
@duzer 3 жыл бұрын
It’s a Blackburn handlebar harness
@Larry93215 4 жыл бұрын
No flaties no crashies no whammies and no wheelies
@darrenroberts637 4 жыл бұрын
I love ur bike videos.. but this one looks abit dangerous riding on side of mountain.... but hey .. Have u every did The tour of De France 🇫🇷 before?
@duzer 4 жыл бұрын
It's not nearly as dangerous as it looked
@viveviveka2651 4 жыл бұрын
Good one. Thank you.
@mhernandez4576 4 жыл бұрын
Is it just me....or is the camera better quality?? Awesome resolution
@garyives1218 4 жыл бұрын
14:56 Must have....Jackelope Hat!
@slowp100 4 жыл бұрын
Take a flour tortilla. Smear a bit of raspberry jam on it. Then add freshly picked raspberries. Fold and devour. Mmmmmmmmm.
@alifecycles 4 жыл бұрын
Man, you are something else. Is there anyway to touch base with you?
@Eric_Tennant 4 жыл бұрын
Lol forgot the can opener? I broke a knife doing that once.
@R_C420 4 жыл бұрын
You gonna roll your own RAGBRAI this year? The R could just stand for Ryan's
@duzer 4 жыл бұрын
Haha! Not this year
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