My Full Experience Bikepacking The GDMBR

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This is my entire Great Divide experience from summer 2020. I started the ride on the Canada/Montana border on July 15th and rode for 26 days to southern Colorado. This long edit is a bit different than my previously released series. I took out all the music and left in just natural sounds. I love the soothing soundtrack of tires crunching on gravel.
Here's info on the bike I that I was riding and designed, the Priority 600x www.prioritybicycles.com/prod...
Full Review of the 600x: • Full Review of the Pri...
Heres a video of the gear I brought on this adventure: • My Great Divide (GDMBR...
Here's the entire series of the Great Divide if you want even more: • Bikepacking The Great ...
**I went back and finished the final New Mexico portion in May 2021, watch here: • Bikepacking the Great ...
Check out these adventures:
The Colorado Trail bit.ly/3je5eHF
Baja Divide bit.ly/377dHts
Biking Cuba bit.ly/3O5Z36G
Love Cycles (across the USA) bit.ly/3DUbs98
Running with Ryan bit.ly/3NTVmRi
Bike Gear Rundowns bit.ly/3KmercM
Follow John and Mira on Instagram: / mira_la_perra
Kevin's KZfaq: / @kevdoes
*Welcome to DuzerTV* This channel is dedicated to inspiring viewers to get off their couches and explore this beautiful world (or even your backyard). You'll find videos about biking, running, trekking, traveling, do goodery, and anything that involves being outside and enjoying life. Join TeamDuzer and let's have some fun!
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Camera Gear:
GoPro Hero 8
DJI Mavic Mini
Sony RX100Vii

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@duzer 5 ай бұрын

If you liked this video, I bet you'll enjoy my most recent adventure, Cycling the Length of Sweden. Check it out: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/jcV3Z9arvp61aHU.html

@forestwalker6435 3 жыл бұрын

I’m a cyclist of 34 yrs and try to get out 5 x a week. Yes even in the winter. As I age it gets harder and harder. I had my crazy days in the saddle. This video intrigued me and I’m quitting my job, retiring, and gonna do one last push. Thanks for the video.

@brawlstudios3602 3 жыл бұрын

good for you!

@IIrandhandleII 3 жыл бұрын

make a video

@mountainman1728 3 жыл бұрын

Get out there and ride!

@lauriedavidson4953 3 жыл бұрын

Good for you!! I hope you enjoy every second, record it, share it with us, and never regret a moment of your decision! You deserve to do what makes you happy!

@MarlowWhere 3 жыл бұрын

Don't make it your last! I'm sure you can find a way to make your work revolve around cycling rather than the other way around. Things have a way of working out when you are open to them. And you said you are retiring, even better. Strip your life down to only the essentials and I'm sure you will suddenly find greater freedom to ride!

@rodneyjones3376 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely loved the fact that there was limited dialog , zero busy "filler" talk and no music. Very natural-excellent!

@duzer 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!!

@nextfitness22 3 жыл бұрын

Agreed

@dangeraardvark 3 жыл бұрын

Yes 1000%. It really makes the entire viewing experience so peaceful and probably more true to what the journey felt like. Amazing work!

@SnootchieBootchies27 3 жыл бұрын

Yes!

@bababnajdek4375 3 жыл бұрын

@@duzer to lub z polskiego salonu w tym temacie bo to co jest grane przez to nie w pełni do czerwcemto ok nie jest na to nie tylko że niemam nie jest wszystko na co zwrócić w domu pisze że to co się z religii 1 z polskiego klasa olejów konwencjonalnych z polskiego salonu z jadalnią kuchnia i jak czy to prawda ale w domu ok nie mogę go polecić jakiś inny nie jest to jest dostepny nie jest to nie tylko sam mabyć ok

@bibbikitegirl Жыл бұрын

I really do appreciate that you did not add any music. I love that you share the Sound of Nature, the Tires on the ground, the Chain, the Wind, the birds, your breathing, the Rain and hail. So you let us hear what you hear. Thank you !!!

@caseyparked Жыл бұрын

i second this big time

@judgeofthecourt 5 ай бұрын

very good point. i close most of the videos just because of the nonsense and loud music.

@FedBiker 3 ай бұрын

True! But Neil Young's Great Devide was playing in my head while viewing.

@janingham1823 2 ай бұрын

YES!!!!!! Exactly!!!!!

@gailnewcomb8256 Жыл бұрын

Oh my goodness!! This is my dream. Thank you so much for doing this. When I was a youngster I rode my bike everywhere. I loved it. I’m 67 years old now and my husband, my best friend, has gone on without me. The only reason I have to claw my way up out of the darkness is to ride my bike on a great adventure. Thank you so much for giving me hope!!!❤

@haimlevy654 Жыл бұрын

all the best lady,go with ease

@DixieTwisters Жыл бұрын

godspeed. sorry for your loss!

@grant_painter Жыл бұрын

Have fun! 🙂

@WayneTheSeine 15 күн бұрын

Sorry for your loss...truly. Do it....go for it. I am 76, lost my wife three years ago and have been sitting on my duff ever since. Watching these biking videos has inspired me. I just took delivery of my e-MTB and rode it last Sunday in our local National Forest, mostly hills and was thrilled to find that I can do it. I am now awaiting some panniers and a rack rag bag so I can go bikepacking. The nice thing about the e-bike is it lets you tweak the settings where you put in enough effort to get good exercise and build up to longer distances. I can't tell you how happy I am that I made this decision. I encourage you to get out there in the wind.

@nickfolzenlogen9667 3 жыл бұрын

The lack of music gives this one a sort of Zen quality. Especially scenes with just trail noise & nature sounds.

@duzer 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, that was the goal. Just pure, raw nature and the sounds of tires crunching

@LiLBitsDK 3 жыл бұрын

yeah much better without music, you get to listen to all the sounds, the talk and the wheels on the road... loved it

@markuspaulini912 3 жыл бұрын

it just adds incredibly much to the watching experience! thanks a lot for sharing your wonderful journey with us!

@trailingupwards 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, thank you Ryan for not filling your film with bad music.

@swnorcraft7971 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, amen to the lack of music. At times, music is just static that adds nothing to the production........Thank you.

@ross7568 3 жыл бұрын

this is honestly the best video i’ve watched on youtube. i’m a 17 year old who’s got a pretty negative world view but this videos reminded me of how beautiful this world really is and how many unique and interesting people live here

@Munthegun 3 жыл бұрын

Get out there Ross and explore this beautiful planet! You’ve got this my man

@dukekaboom4105 3 жыл бұрын

I couldn’t agree more. Absolutely great video. Love from Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

@wolfthequarrelsome504 3 жыл бұрын

Get biking

@ajacobs100 3 жыл бұрын

i thought you were exaggerating but then i watched it myself

@robadr13 3 жыл бұрын

Hold on to that thought - it's true. And some wind in your face and ache in your muscles will remind you again, whenever you think you've forgotten. :-)

@nicobashford6513 10 ай бұрын

I might be a little late to the party but I have say that you have constructed a beautiful and intimate road trip documentary that is not only warm and full of positive interaction but also technically very impressive. I appreciate the meticulous care you have taken in your editing, the pace is pitch perfect. Your GoPro and drone camera work is excellent and really captures the enormity of your undertaking. Your commentary adds genuine depth and soundtrack of tyre on grit and tastefully foregoing the dreadful generic overly loud beat heavy soundtrack is just super welcome. We get a sense of who you are without unnecessary personal detail, it was compelling from start to finish without ever succumbing to cliche.

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@fractalofgod6324 2 жыл бұрын

I started cycling as a 5 year old boy,I've cycled all of my adult life, I'm 52 this summer and as times gone on I've been able to cycle less and less and shorter distances. I've had surgeries on both my knees but now after I cycle they swell and hurt. You never know what you'll miss until its gone. If you are watching this video and you're fit go and get out there whilst you can.

@AndrewJames-ms3wi 11 ай бұрын

Have you tried a recumbent bike? My mates father in law absolutely swears by them

@stardustuk7 10 ай бұрын

I broke my left leg in 3 places last year, 3 breaks all on my tibia, just under my knee. I'm 45 and breaking my leg and not being able to walk (I was in a wheelchair for about 8 weeks post surgery, 3 plates holding the bone together) and got a bike a few weeks ago. I've also loved bike riding and after relying on people for what seemed like forever as I couldn't walk very far, I feel like I'm slowly getting some independence back. I'm still super out of shape, but I'm hoping the bike will help as walking is painful for me, but bike riding isn't. I'm guessing it's due to impact on the bone whilst walking. I doubt my weight is helping either. I don't know how to drive, so bike riding is the next best thing. When I can finally go back to work I'll upgrade to a ebike for longer journeys. I just love bike riding. 🤷🏻‍♀️

@debicraddock5603 7 ай бұрын

Get a good sports PT and tell them what you want to do!!! We love a motivated patient and good challenge!

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@fractalofgod6324 7 ай бұрын

@@debicraddock5603 thanks, I'd love to but we don't have any money unfortunately

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@fractalofgod6324 7 ай бұрын

@@stardustuk7 hi Stella, sorry only just seen this, definitely empathize with you on the leg having done that myself but really glad you are bad on a bike, carry on the great work.

@duzer 3 жыл бұрын

Editing this together was almost as big of a commitment as riding the divide, ha! It’s unlike anything I've made before and I hope you like it. Who is planning on riding this in 2021? Here’s my gear list and info about the bike kzfaq.info/get/bejne/i6qmlLyE3LTWj3k.html

@chrisbarker270 3 жыл бұрын

Ride on here! Ready to go explore Colorado this year.

@WanderingEyeOutdoorAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

Yes as far as I can remeber this is the first full trip video I have seen. Love it.

@roastawk 3 жыл бұрын

It's on my "to do" list, but I've already decided to do a couple of other long rides this year. They are closer to me, so I can either drive or ride to the start. Next year -- especially if an easing of the pandemic makes travel more possible -- I'm up for it!

@bderris 3 жыл бұрын

Doing sections 3 and 4 this August. The entire thing in June 2021. Edit - I meant to type "The entire thing in 2022" not 2021

@WanderingEyeOutdoorAdventures 3 жыл бұрын

I will be finishing up my ride across Canada.

@danevans9742 2 жыл бұрын

Mira is a treasure. What a sweetheart! It took a while for me to realize, there's little to no music in the video and I really appreciate that. Hearing the chatter of the wind, the gravel crunching beneath the tires, I love it. It really makes me want to get back out on a trail of my own!

@duzer 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, no music at all, Mother Nature provides the soundtrack

@bigelk0 2 жыл бұрын

I agree listening to all the natural sounds of the wind and tires to the dirt road, Great video Guys….

@lanarita11 Жыл бұрын

@@duzer i appreciate this so much! thank you!

@kanenasithaki4669 7 ай бұрын

mira is treasure but she could be attracting fights with dogs on the way

@das_eisenherz 2 жыл бұрын

Planned on watching a couple minutes out of curiosity, couldn't stop, it was mesmerizing yet engaging. You have serious talent for shooting and editing, amazing work!

@duzer 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! This means a lot to me

@taralacheney4986 2 жыл бұрын

Same!

@cliftone350 Жыл бұрын

@@duzer how do you get the done shots while riding?

@charlottguthrie2712 Жыл бұрын

Same

@lonehawk71 2 жыл бұрын

The drone footage of the wild horses is hard to beat. What an excellent trip you had!

@duzer 2 жыл бұрын

Magical moment

@leonardoolivar 3 жыл бұрын

I'm dealing with lung damage from covid. While I'm in bed watching this video who just showed up randomly, makes me want to ride my bike despite my condition and many other issues covid left me. I don't know how yet but I'm gonna make it, I'm gonna do that specific trail sooner or later. Thanks for inspiring people, thanks for spred joyful. 👍🏽

@monkisethojane2218 3 жыл бұрын

Hang in there and get well soon.. happy future riding mate.

@leonardoolivar 3 жыл бұрын

@@monkisethojane2218 I'm doing okay, I need to learn how to ride with one lung. Besides that, I'm good! And grateful!

@chrisward925 3 жыл бұрын

Wanting to send best wishes to you from the UK and to say that the beauty of cycling is that you can cover a long distance in a short period of time, or a short distance in a long period of time. I struggle to go more than a few days without having some form of a pedal so can only imagine how you must be feeling.

@jeremyedwards3612 3 жыл бұрын

You'll get there. Keep believing and it will happen.

@Liam__G 3 жыл бұрын

I have many injuries impairing my riding. I just dial back, lower expectations. I ride slower, and even use electric assist on some rides. I might need a solar setup. Do what you need to. Ignore the purists, and masochists.

@matthiaskenton7862 3 жыл бұрын

how my parents described riding their bike to school every morning

@duzer 3 жыл бұрын

Ha! Best comment

@rustynutz7158 3 жыл бұрын

Barefoot....🤣🤣

@BxCortez2050 3 жыл бұрын

Ha !

@nickbyrd1027 3 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂

@TheSulross 3 жыл бұрын

yip, everything was always uphill

@stevenutepass6815 2 жыл бұрын

At 1:29:28 or mile marker 15.5 Cr #3(Ute pass)in vid between kremmling & silverthorne, 14.5 marker is now a water station either by mail box or under pine tree at road, anyone can help themselves as did about 4 cases this past summer. Camp as long as owner is around, that's Me! Met and have hosted many wonderful folks on their ride. Thanks Ryan for showing what ya'll really are doing out there on bikes, very cool!

@duzer 2 жыл бұрын

Very cool! You’re so generous!!

@bobdole2112 2 жыл бұрын

Wow. Took me 3 evenings to watch this all (had to check out all the stops on Google Maps). Completely blown away. Best video I've ever seen on YT. Amazing vibe, skilled camera work (and drone footage), great editing. Incredible.

@duzer 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Bob!! Glad that you enjoyed this, I truly loved the experience, and then putting it all together

@nicholkid 3 жыл бұрын

The amount of people providing free shelter is outrageous and amazing. What legends.

@josephcote7405 3 жыл бұрын

Makes me feel like I could hit the road with a couple grand in the bank and just travel the country on my bicycle for the rest of my life.

@JeffreyPillow 3 жыл бұрын

I came across this KZfaq video last night and I want to thank you for it from the bottom of my heart. One of my closest friends, who also happened to be my first cousin, passed away Friday. I found solitude and peace in your video. I found calm. My buddy Gary died from COVID on Friday. He was 41. He never even made it to a ventilator. While he didn’t ride bikes much (though he did a little at one point in his early adventures with his wife and the kids), my only wish is I had come across this a week ago while he was in the hospital, alone, battling this terrible virus. I think he would have been able to find some peace in the beauty of the outdoors which you so elegantly capture in this video. He loved the outdoors. Best to you. And thank you. My wife and I watched it in full last night.

@duzer 3 жыл бұрын

Oh no! I’m so sorry to hear about your friend. I know it must be a crushing loss for everyone. I’m sending you all big hugs from Boulder. Thanks for your kind words, and I’m glad that Mother Nature’s beauty could help ease your pain.

@priscillagregory8608 2 жыл бұрын

Mira is a treasure. What a sweetheart! It took a while for me to realize, there's little to no music in the video and I really appreciate that.

@duzer 2 жыл бұрын

Yep, no music at all. Just the sounds of nature

@riverunner9978 2 ай бұрын

I’m so much more connected to this bike ride with no music . I thank you

@duzer 2 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoy the natural sounds

@Anthologylife14 3 жыл бұрын

I love the fact that this awesome video has no silly, cringey music. Just pure raw sounds of nature, wind and bicycles 💜

@johnmiller2403 Жыл бұрын

It was like a Documentary !

@FranGrandees 3 жыл бұрын

The subtitles think the gravel under your tires is “applause” 😂

@jimihenrik11 3 жыл бұрын

The gravel applauses. Nice way to think about it.

@M3ntalbug 3 жыл бұрын

😂 Even the gravel was impressed. Legit subtitles me thinks 😁

@a.a.1958 3 жыл бұрын

What a way for the subtitles to translate that. I like it. Thanks for mentioning it.

@wreckingopossum 3 жыл бұрын

uhhhh, what else would it be? Obviously, the earth is cheering him on for learning how to actually live

@barnabydinosaurroadsafetyp3457 3 жыл бұрын

how the ###### did you work that out - nothing better to do obviously. Ive found another gravel applause video ... oh geee ..

@dominicaustin6016 2 жыл бұрын

This video just made me realise how much i love dogs.. 13:55

@duzer 2 жыл бұрын

Me too

@dominicaustin6016 2 жыл бұрын

@@duzer Saying good bye to Mira really got me. I had a border collie with a very similar temperament, I really miss her.

@patricelemay1190 3 жыл бұрын

I’m french-canadian and l must say that you gave me another view of the " typical" american which is much more flattering and better than what we often times see and hear on the news , yup they’re people with big hearts everywhere ! That should become a country ...all people with big hearts under one flag ...oh well one can dream ... 💚

@duzer 3 жыл бұрын

I appreciate that my friend, most of us are very good, and that goes for any country. Big hearts everywhere!

@IntrepidGlobalCitizen 3 жыл бұрын

Greetings from another atypical American in South Korea who loves bicycle touring! So many great people in the world. Peace to you!

@mediumrick7667 3 жыл бұрын

Haven't been to the French part of Canada yet, only been to B.C. Nice people. I have however visited France on several occasions. Many Americans have a negative opinion of the French. My visits have shown me otherwise. Very nice people there too. We're all more similar than we are different I think.

@dickdanforth4259 3 жыл бұрын

Ryan, thank you for respecting NM. We all need to do our part to keep each other safe even though it can suck.

@LiLBitsDK 3 жыл бұрын

yeah people over here have a very stereotypical view of Americans too (Denmark, Europe) but what I experienced in Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansa, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania and Washington states were a LOT of warm and friendly people, some a bit too "political correct" that needs to losen up a little and live life... but generally welcoming people, taking me into their homes, sharing what they had and so on. You actually see that in most countries... ESPECIALLY when you get out of the big cities...

@anjang121 3 жыл бұрын

I like this video, because no music, so l can hear the sound of the wind, your tyre and other. Thank you, subscribed.

@duzer 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for subscribing, I appreciate it! Hope you enjoy my videos!

@susannorman4476 3 жыл бұрын

Are riding an electric bike??? I am thinking about getting one. In iowa where I live we have the Great bike ride across iowa which I would love to do; I am 67.

@jefevadc 2 жыл бұрын

@@susannorman4476 Ryan's mom has an electric bike and loves it. But here he's riding a Priority 600 w/ a Pinion gearbox and Gates belt drive. If you search his channel you'll find videos of Ryan riding Register's Annual Great Bicycle Ride Across Iowa. I say get the electric and join him! Pardon me for butting in, Ryan, but I didn't know if/when you'd see this question, being over a million views and all. :-)

@raxis1000 2 жыл бұрын

You know what I like it the most? Where anybody will be pissed off. You keep smiling again and again.

@gregorydryden7865 2 жыл бұрын

it is not easy to get the camera shots you do while biking acrossed America. The drone shots are epic, and placing the camera ahead then backtracking + the editing shows the level of work involved and we appreciate it very much. God bless

@mtnmann72 3 жыл бұрын

I teared up as you said good bye to the dog as well.

@pedrofernandez8729 3 жыл бұрын

I connected my PC to my big screen TV just to be able to appreciate your video even more. This is as good as watching the Nat Geo channel, truly a wonderfully produced documentary

@duzer 3 жыл бұрын

That sounds like an awesome setup. Hope you enjoy it

@evancooney-martin434 2 жыл бұрын

I got fired from my job and dicided to bike the gdt watching this for reaserch thx so much for this really puts what im going to do in perspective

@duzer 2 жыл бұрын

HAve fun out there!

@RicardoLobomaulus 2 ай бұрын

Bears?!

@andysim232 2 жыл бұрын

Such a great video. No unnecessary drama and music. Just humans and nature in coexistence

@gnuwaves743 3 жыл бұрын

idk how easy/hard it is to operate a drone but the fact that you took the time to get those shots is truly professional. very pleasant video to watch

@bbobcats1 3 жыл бұрын

our last daughter graduates 2025 and this recap has my wife and i so stoked to take summer 2025 to ride this. not only will we be kid free but it'll be our first summer of retirement from 33 years of teaching high school kids. thanks ryan from fueling the fire. very enjoyable video

@duzer 3 жыл бұрын

Right on!! You’ll love this experience. Thank for teaching our future!

@I_Am_Bone Жыл бұрын

I stumbled upon this while researching the benefits of a hardtail mountain bike, and looking to upgrade to something more capable than my current ride. I LOVE what I just watched! It is incredibly inspiring! As I am about to turn 52, have been battling 7 cancer diagnosis over the last decade, I am determined to find some adventure on a bike! Nowhere near the epic nature of this ride, but adventure nonetheless. Thanks again for sharing this, and I will be watching more!

@ramanathankalai 10 ай бұрын

Hope YOU re feeling better. Gold bless.

@GAPDigitalIncWheaton 2 жыл бұрын

Just watched top to bottom (of Colorado that is...) What a gift! By that I mean the time you took to improve the viewers experience. The static shots, the drone launches and retrievals, the ride bys, especially the downhill ride bys.... All to improve our visual journey. Fantastic work. Thank you!

@churnetvalleyrunner3635 3 жыл бұрын

This is awesome. That guy cycling with his dog is so cool! Loved watching this

@chrisward925 3 жыл бұрын

Couldn't help but laugh when the hail started at 41:27 and the dogs got googles on!

@mdtippett 3 жыл бұрын

I have to say, I missed Mira towards the end of the vid.

@c5quared626 3 жыл бұрын

I can't believe this is humanly possible, with all that weight. I might do this with pedal assist, until the battery runs out. Problem is that if the battery or electronics fail, ur cycling dead weight and heavy motor resistance

@larriettausa 3 жыл бұрын

I’m in tears realizing iv been letting to much time go by and not pushing myself. What a motivational video. My heart swells with promise to myself to get moving !

@duzer 3 жыл бұрын

I hope you do!! Getting outside is so good for your soul. Have fun with it

@RKELLY79 2 жыл бұрын

I'm watching this as if I'm watching the movie lol this is awesome

@leninmercedes6567 2 жыл бұрын

Ryan…….. you are sooooo blessed to be able to enjoy this beautiful Mother Earth 🌎….. And also, to get to see how beautiful mankind can be to one another……. Strangers helping strangers. Your video brings out the inner beauty in us all. God Bless and many more safe riding. With no Crashy no Whammy and no Flatty’s

@sidetrekcycling8589 3 жыл бұрын

I dont know why i feel this one more, without the fancy music in the background, this one feels more genuine and inspiring! Thank you Ryan, you continue to inspire people all over!!!

@duzer 3 жыл бұрын

Happy to hear that! I like this version too

@smitqc 3 жыл бұрын

hello mate, stumbled across this video today and it might just be the best video i have ever watched on youtube. It's like magic, different friends joining you on the route but your constant companion... the trail in front of you. Makes you realise, in a pretty shitty time in our short history on this planet that most humans are really decent folk. Awesome editing, can't imagine how long you have spent splicing this together, you have a good energy friend. But... that dog sold it to me man, she's better than all of us.

@carpenterconners7441 2 жыл бұрын

I really miss the dog

@kristoffercedric4565 2 жыл бұрын

Mirra is one of the greatest treasures on this planet.

@jabba0975 2 жыл бұрын

"It's nice having this little computer tell me what to do." Dude, you are going to LOVE the future!

@hardfoul17 2 жыл бұрын

Never heard of Ryan Van Duzer until yesterday. Now he's a mentor.

@duzer 2 жыл бұрын

Hey thanks!! Lemme know if you ever have questions about bike adventures

@Sunny_B4 3 жыл бұрын

1. Even though I knew it was coming, I got so happy to see John and Mira when they appeared, and so sad when they they left. 2. That John is a powerhouse cyclist isn't he? 3. Love Dana! 4. It was fun to watch this ride all in one shot. What stood out was that you started the journey alone, picked up, and dropped friends along the way, and ended like you started.

@duzer 3 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad that you felt all the feels, that was my goal with this video! And yes, john is a very strong rider!

@saraparker184 3 жыл бұрын

when john and mira left, had a lump in my throat 😭.

@carlossegura8785 3 жыл бұрын

Why did they leave? I was also sad. Are they ok??

@georgepxrry5367 2 жыл бұрын

this is so true !

@saraparker184 2 жыл бұрын

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@ammandevjohal1924 2 жыл бұрын

I fell asleep and my algorithm had this playing on youtube and after watching most of it I have to say thank you for bringing back old memories. It was the summer of grade 11 and me and my friend Rocky rode our bikes from Vancouver to Jasper down to Banff across to Calgary down to Baab Montana, across Glacier National Park up Idaho and then finished with the hardest part of the ride across hwy 3 in BC back to Vancouver. It was 23 days w 2 rest days I rode a cannondale and Rocky had a rocky mtn and we had front and rear panniers a tent and our bikes both weighed over 100lbs. It was incredible the journey and we went through some stunning country and hit all types of weather even snow and met the kindest most generous people, I think he took 400 bucks and I had 700 and we both came back w money…. The camping was done on the side of the hwy mostly and the dinner was usually rice and beans my treat was always apple pie a la mode. If I remember correctly our biggest day was 3 mtn passes, needless to say we came back to grade 12 and walked on whatever team we wanted to join, it was the early 90’s and I feel that trip defined the rest of my life. A couple years later I moved to Banff to permanently live, didn’t have fear as a young man to move to the Carribean and live there for a few years as well or take 3 months holidays a year and travel to 44 countries. I’m 44 now, still active but watching this has reinspired me right when I needed it so thank you again for posting this!

@douglasdejager8450 Жыл бұрын

My wife and I started watching the first few mins. 2 hours went by. Amazing. I pray my wrist heals up so I can make the trip from South Africa to Tour Divide. Thank you. Great job.

@duzer Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching, I hope that you make it over here someday

@CameronCox_1969 3 жыл бұрын

Gosh......that has to be one of the best travel videos I have ever watched. Amazing story telling mate. Blown away by how minimalist your kit is for a trip like that. Great lessons thank you for showing me your beautiful world.

@duzer 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it. Less is more out there in the woods

@roddheino 3 жыл бұрын

@@duzer especially when you have to lug it up mountains. I'll echo everyone else's statements, great work. Was Mira's human on a Salsa?

@OmniTierra 3 жыл бұрын

@@roddheino Salsa Blackborow

@jeffcarrol4263 3 жыл бұрын

Very smooth sound editing that goes easily unnoticed. That's when you know it's done right.

@duzer 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I appreciate that you notice the little things that TAKE ME FOREVER! ;)

@zebschreiber7357 Жыл бұрын

Awesome! I grew up right where this video starts, I rode every square inch of that country on my bike. Beautiful

@duzer Жыл бұрын

So beautiful up there

@georgespies8811 2 жыл бұрын

I've just started watching, but immediately what jumps out to me is what struck me when I visited Montana several years ago: how many dead trees there are. Folks, yes there are always some, but across the western US, trees in the mountains are 30, 40, 50, 60% and more, standing dead. Climate change is real, and its impacts are already wide-spread. One way that Ryan's video is great is that maybe it encourages more people to get on a bike. From there, I urge you all to consider starting to swap car trips for bike trips: picking up the kids from school, running out for a few groceries, returning a book to the library. Anything, really. Every mile we don't drive is a mile we contribute to saving the planet. Thanks!

@biorage6670 2 жыл бұрын

Your editing skills are on par with your human skills! Great journey, very inspiring!

@duzer 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!! I really appreciate that. Thanks for watching

@jorgesantoine24 3 жыл бұрын

I feel for Kevin going up those hills, walking is okay, he got up, that's all that matters. Mira! what a companion. Excellent film! Really enjoyed it. Hats off! Keep going, Ryan. 😀

@percyfaith11 2 жыл бұрын

Walking is super ok.

@WaveGlydr 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve got to admit I had a good chuckle when he asked Kevin what he does to motivate when it gets hard and he says “I’m a beast, no mountain has anything on me” Then it cuts to him walking up the hill. But good on him, out there making it happen!

@geronimorolandi4860 2 жыл бұрын

Gravel bikes sucks

@samuraioodon 2 жыл бұрын

Ya, what was his gearing though? Also tires look a bit narrow but love his spirit.

@rodaragones3902 2 жыл бұрын

you did a really good job documenting your travel with Mira. I love how you edit it and your honest opinion about what you're seeing. You made me want to consider this adventure.

@broadneydangerfield 2 жыл бұрын

Outstanding footage and an amazing experience to witness, even if just for 2 hours. I've shared it with several of my outdoor-enthusiast friends. Super motivated to stick with my plan of linking up with folks and hiring the trails more often. The last of my bike parts just arrived, so the bike will be built up this week. Super amped about that! Thanks for sharing this with us. Keep riding and enjoying life!

@bhayyad 3 жыл бұрын

Such an incredibly immersive and uplifting video. Thanks for taking us along on this adventure. Amazing sights and sounds, but let's face it, Mira stole the show!

@duzer 3 жыл бұрын

Mira is the best!

@robadr13 3 жыл бұрын

Her joy is wonderful to watch. I love the shots of John with his arm around her while he's pedalling. Best friends. :-)

@joecorrea28 3 жыл бұрын

This was an awesome vid. Like others have said, I got into it thinking I wouldn't watch the whole thing in one sitting, and then couldn't drop it. Even after watching the divide series not to long ago, the absence of the music makes it a completely new experience. And, it made me choke up again to see John and Mira, and Kevin leave. The editing is amazing! Thanks for all the work you put into this. I found myself yearning even more for the warmer riding days ahead.

@duzer 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jose! I'm really happy that you enjoyed this version, I loved putting it together.

@BryanSarauer 3 жыл бұрын

Ditto.

@caidyc 2 жыл бұрын

I love this so much. Great photography and a real inspiration. Thank you and I look forward to more.

@TolaRat Жыл бұрын

Great shots and editing. A lot of work - well done! Love your stoke - thanks for spreading it

@bgjr2304 3 жыл бұрын

This is such a metaphor for life

@stephenjacques554 7 ай бұрын

Thanks for the real experience of peace and quiet the way it is all the time. One of the best i have watched. SJ

@duzer 7 ай бұрын

Thank you!!!

@Or5mr 3 жыл бұрын

I love this edit, soothing. Also funny how the subtitles generator takes the sound of the tires rolling over gravel as an applause.

@salbaians6245 2 жыл бұрын

Bellissimo video . Grazie ☺️ mi hai fatto visitare la bellezza degli Stati Uniti 🇺🇸

@chriscosby6891 2 жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed that, Ryan. A vicarious romp. Love how you take time to focus on the flora and fauna along the way. It's about the smiles more than the miles. My legs are sore from my ride today, but this made me want to ride again tomorrow! Cheers!

@leswestla6528 3 жыл бұрын

Im not even going to lie. I was watching videos on how to use bike gears and somehow this started playing... and i can’t stop watching. Too bad I have to go to work in about 30 Minutes so I’m definitely going to have to save this to watch for later 😂🙌🏾

@duzer 3 жыл бұрын

I appreciate you watching my video!! It’s fun to hear from people like you

@kiethj7 3 жыл бұрын

Everything I love. The great outdoors. The west. Biking. The sound of nature. Good people! Thank you for the effort you put into this! A new fan

@Legacylanes_moto 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this Ryan! can't appreciate you enough for doing something like this and inspiring people to get their bums off their couches! I for one am doing a long ride this year. All thanks to you.

@Systematicsphere 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent film. Just a guy going for a great ride with great shots and engaging commentary. Good job!

@marilynsartadventures3956 3 жыл бұрын

AMAZING! Love this without music, love the sounds of Riding and Nature. Your enthusiasm is the best, your friends rock and Mira is a star!

@duzer 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@jeffreykaufmann2867 3 жыл бұрын

@@duzer Is Van Duzer a Dutch or Flemish name?

@nickbyrd1027 3 жыл бұрын

"All I have to do is pedal" Truly the right way to approach not only this trail, but a lot of life. Embrace the journey and just keep moving forward. I'm only halfway in, but really enjoying this journey!

@edjacobson8480 2 жыл бұрын

Didn't know you could enjoy the outdoors like this with a bicycle.

@adamwiley7625 2 жыл бұрын

What a cool video, so awesome to see what is all out there! The drone footage was amazing, thank you for carrying that extra weight the whole way to get those incredible shots!

@earnestr35 3 жыл бұрын

I really enjoyed watching from beginning to end and when John and Mira suddenly appeared it gave me a huge smile. 😃 Thanks for putting this together, you did such an awesome job and even though I loved the usual music this was really nice!

@duzer 3 жыл бұрын

So glad that you liked this different style

@darladonnelly7805 3 жыл бұрын

Where did John and Mira go you never said when they just left ???

@JordanGreenPNW 3 жыл бұрын

This is so good Ryan I can’t put it into words, I didn’t even know this trail existed. Watched every second of it including all the ads, wanted to make sure you get as much ad revenue and watch time from my view as possible. Thanks for taking us along with you.

@duzer 3 жыл бұрын

WOW! You don't need to watch those ads, but I appreciate it ;) Thanks so much for watching this

@kjellkolstad7812 2 жыл бұрын

Got really really exited about doing this trip. Starting planning right now. Fantastic good filming!!!

@EAMAMUSIC 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful work. Deeply inspiring. Thank you for this gift.

@Shopsmith10er 3 жыл бұрын

Superbly done. Whether one is a cyclist or not, this vid presents so much wonderful life, nature and inspiration. Better than any big budget sensationalized, embellished garbage of Hollywood to even PBS, Natnl. Geographic stuff. This fellow presents it most realism and feel to the screen. Kudos to no music!!!-Cheers and happy trails!

@pliccut 3 жыл бұрын

What a great video and adventure. Loved every moment of it. No dull points, kept my interest the whole time. Best adventure video on KZfaq.

@duzer 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I appreciate that immensely

@RichardPepperBrownakaRed 2 жыл бұрын

This video is magnificent! I love that there is no soundtrack, just the sounds of the road and birds. There are so many thoughtful moments that tell the story and express the vibe of your trip without over-explaining. The passion and sheer joy of you riding your (rather excellent) bike comes through in every shot. The drone footage captures the vastness of the terrain while the thoughtful close ups of the flowers and fauna bring us back down to earth. The footage of the wild horses was insane! This video has inspired me to plan a long bike trip. Thanks for your work making this mesmerizing video.

@rosevilleca38.75 2 жыл бұрын

Incredible photography of the National Forests and Rangelands.

@bibby42 3 жыл бұрын

So glad this video popped into my feed and I could give you a sub while you're so close to that 100K! I'm 14 minutes in and this is amazing!

@duzer 3 жыл бұрын

I’m glad that you found my channel, thanks for watching this!

@drivers99 3 жыл бұрын

This is amazing. Wish I had it on Blu-ray because even at 1080p setting, KZfaq can't quite handle natural scenery very well and makes a lot of it blurry/blocky (compression artifacts). Anyway, I'm still loving it. Edit: Mira is the coolest dog ever.

@johnsmithers389 2 жыл бұрын

What an awesome route and some great camaraderie along the way, especially from Mira. Top marks Ryan.

@drislazer764 2 жыл бұрын

Simply fantastic adventure and a so good and well done video. Thank you so much for this beautiful gift.

@christophebertaux8989 3 жыл бұрын

Ryan, i just spent 2 amazing hours of my life watching your ride. Great landscapes, lovely companions and amazing encounters. The amount of effort you put in is simply crazy! Please keep your positive state of mind and pass a huge hug to Mira next time you see her, she was such a great supporting role :-) All the very best from France and stay safe.

@FixedByDoc 2 жыл бұрын

best 2hrs in awhile. awesome video. got me excited for my next summers ride across USA.

@danieledobish 3 жыл бұрын

This video was so satisfying...instead of watching some mindless nonsense on Netflix, this is a very fun video. The friendships, the scenery, the amazing athleticism and endurance to make such a long ride...and, of course, the star of the show...Mira! Thank you for doing this and sharing.

@Kathy_Is_Blessed 2 жыл бұрын

A beautiful video of this Great Divide ride! Wow! ♥️ It was so wonderfully done. Thank you so much 🙏

@severalothers Жыл бұрын

An absolutely amazing video with stunning scenery. I'm glad you made it safe.

@GrzegorzK_gg 3 жыл бұрын

Montana Grizzly Bear Notice: In light of the rising frequency of human/grizzly bear conflicts, the Montana Department of Fish and Game is advising hikers, hunters, and fishermen to take extra precautions and keep alert for bears while in the field. We advise that outdoorsmen wear noisy little bells on their clothing so as not to startle the bears that aren't expecting them. We also advise outdoorsmen to carry pepper spray with them in case of an encounter with a bear. It is also a good idea to watch out for fresh signs of bear activity. Outdoorsmen should recognize the difference between black bear and grizzly bear poop. Black bear poop is smaller and contains a lot of berry seeds and squirrel fur. Grizzly bear poop has little bells in it and smells like pepper spray.

@superevilbrian 3 жыл бұрын

The record for stabbing a bear while it's eating your face is 14 times.

@longrider42 3 жыл бұрын

When I worked in Yellowstone, I'd tell hikers that the bells tell the bears supper is coming and the pepper spray, makes a great spice :)

@dukekaboom4105 3 жыл бұрын

Love this video. Thank you so much. It is heart warming to see all the generosity and kindness shown by everyone you met. ( in stark contrast of what I saw on tv over the last 12 months ) My own experience of Americans I’ve met is that they are kind, friendly and polite. Love from Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

@headbangerstrail 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the video! What an amazing journey and adventure! I’m a Finnish hiker, but I’m also gonna start bikepacking pretty soon. Take care and keep going forward! 😊

@jcampbell100 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for making this. I enjoyed it through your experience. We have experienced "trail magic" many times even on driving trips. People are the best.

@blain5827 3 жыл бұрын

Funny that the auto subtitle function keeps indicating the tire noise as “applause”, I guess in a way it is cheering you on ✊✌️. Enjoying rewatching Miras adventure that she aloud you to come on 👍

@duzer 3 жыл бұрын

Oh really? That cracks me up, and you’re right, I do feel like the gravel is cheering us on

@hectorcesar67 3 жыл бұрын

Oh man that's one of the things I wanna do at some point in my life, watching this video inspired me alot, thanks for sharing!

@FB-bc9zn 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful! I love the fact that you show up all the nice people you´ve met. Meeting amazing people is half of the magic of a trip.

@jacobashton3955 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video! I'm about a month away from touring to Banff and riding the TD with the grand depart and I can't wait! Thanks for the boost of motivation and inspiration!

@corneliusbulik4856 2 жыл бұрын

I much appreciated the nature as it is - the wind, the road songs of the tires on the pebbles, the water streams, the rain, the wind, and the lark-like escapes in the sky... so real... so nice! Congratulation to Ryan for this work!!

@wontontacoadventures 2 жыл бұрын

Very awesome content here. Felt like I just went on the ride with you as well. I give you mad props for just not doing the Great Divide but also for working the camera solo. That’s takes motivation and dedication for one person to tackle all at once. Rock on and keep them coming.

@duzer 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! It’s a ton of work, but I love it