Ryan, every film you produce is stunning but this one is the most spectacular! Wow! Find you more and more amazing every day that you are on this trail. Thanks for taking us along for the ride!
Your mini-rant which had my father in my ear: “never skimp on brakes or tires”. 🙂 Beautiful country. Grew up there and about there. High Country Flowers 😍 All that Passion & accomplishment. 🚵 pedal pedal.
Ryan, thank you for your positive outlook and your wonderful video's, I'm 59 and a heart attack survivor with two heart surgery's under my belt, my wife is 57 and had her hip replaced 4 months ago. Last summer I fell in love with cycling during the pandemic, at my best I was riding across Boise using the greenbelt and doing 30 mile rides. My wife wanted to ride and even bought a really nice bike, but her hip was so bad she maybe only got a mile on it before the pain became too much. Four months ago she had it replaced, once the smoke cleared I got her out on her bike, she never really rode bikes as a kid (I grew up on mountain bikes), so each day is a learning adventure and a new challenge for her. Things we never think about are huge challenges to her, like how to start riding from a standstill, but we take it day by day and I'm happy to say that she's improving rapidly. We saw your Ragbrai videos (and Kara and Nates) and she was hooked, so we started training so we can attend next summer, on each ride she recites your catch phrase. Yesterday we did 24 miles, we cheated and stopped to have a bite to eat at a park, but 4 months out of hip surgery and doing 24 miles is pretty awesome, she paid for it, but she just keeps the 'Duzer' attitude going and doesn't stop. We have a long way to go before next July, but we are committed. keep up the good work, and know that it's making a difference... Thank You Paul & Michelle....
I too was inspired by the past RAGBRAI videos of Ryan’s (&. Buses Bikes & Beer) and at 66, did my first RAGBRAI! Amazing experience and looking forward to next year. You can do it, just remember it’s an event not a race and enjoy the ride! Look forward to you joining the other 15-20,000 of us this coming summer!
Oh my goodness, what an amazing story! Kudos to you two for overcoming your major health challenges and then turning it into something inspirational! Woohoo, you both are amazing! Ride on! 💞🚲🚲
Every time you’re cycling downhill, I’m like, “oh man. That’s beautiful. I want to do that.” Every time you’re pushing the bike up the mountain, I’m like, “nah, I think I’m good watching Duzer do it”
My grandpa started riding a bike at the age of 71...he would meet me at my bus stop which was 3 miles away....all the kids would laugh at me...but, I didn't care..at least he was there to walk me back home...besides the bike, his next favorite was riding horses...he rode horses till he was 95...and he was always active all his life...plus he was a Veteran as well...he finally passed at the age 99.....I believe you will do whatever you set your mind on Ryan...love all your videos 💯💯🥰🥰 you rock 🎸 man ..
Same thought here. Rear pads are probably in pretty great shape, all things considered. Then again, I don't think I'd personally want to cruise down steep hills front brake only.
They most certainly are. But it's funny, because people usually go through their rear pads faster. It's the go-to brake and usually used more, despite the front brake doing the REAL work! Silly that he didn't carry just ONE pair at the least. Riding in wet, muddy conditions really necessitate bringing spares. (And it's not like Ryan hasn't encountered mud before! 😂) Disc brakes are great, but they're not indestructible!
So I'm just laying in bed watching this. My wife is next to me and hears you taking. She asks, who is that. I said it's Ryan Van Duzer that does all the biking and other adventures. Her response... the bean burrito guy? Yep! Good to know she listens when I tell her about you and the videos. Haha I'm visiting family in San Diego and brought my bike. Did 35 miles facing traffic, stop lights and hills. Your adventure seems so much better. Thanks again for sharing.
Rockies appear to be the same as the Sierra's. Mid morning small puffy clouds appear and they grow till afternoon when they dump hail, water and lightning. By 8:00 in the evening it's clear again. This repeats most of the summer in the 7,000 ft and up mountains. Appreciate all the blood, sweat and tears you put into your work. Cheers from CALIFORNIA.
Love what you do - thank you! Maybe an idea for an episode or two. You put your body through quite a bit - what do you off-the-bike to keep in shape and ready for these adventures? I think a lot of people would like to see that. You don't just hop up and decide to do these types of adventures - you have to be ready. I'd love to see you share that and give ideas for us weekend warriors.
enjoyed another inspiring video. Thanks! Today I had a "Duzer" moment. I rode to the coast and did about 30 miles or so and then was headed back to pick up my daughter who had been working on a school project. I got a text that they weren't done and they needed another couple of hours, so I took a dinner break and then continued on for another 15 miles. When I told my wife that I was stopping for dinner on the trail, she asked me if I was eating cold beans on a tortilla :)
Ryan, I really appreciate your candidness on how hard the trail is and being so open about how it begins to weigh on you while still moving forward. It hits all of us at some point on a trek. Your ability to stay positive through these periods is inspiring to say the least. Thank you again for sharing. Russ
“I’m very cozy in here. Eating’ my junk food” has always been my favorite part of camping out, even if it was just in a tent pitched in the living room with my kids.
The most amazing thing about your videos, Ryan, is that I get totally inspired to do some epic bikepacking trips, while at the same time knowing I would never do a trail like this one. Lol. Thanks for the epic scenery and for bringing us along for the ride.
I like that you keep showing the signs of your progress on your jacked up legs. I suspect you feel the same way I do about this. I've left buckets of sweat all over some of the most rugged mountains of the US, Asia and Europe; but the mountains that mean the most to me in the years after are those where I left blood, skin, and flesh from scrapes, cuts, gashes, leeches, claws, and even some fangs. You're properly earning your adventure and I give you much respect.
Those wildflowers are so special. I love all the details we get to experience when we pay attention 🙏 thanks for sharing your adventures, you're amazing Ryan!
Amazing the kindness of strangers! Reminds me of the kindness diaries. Keep grinding it out Ryan. To answer your question of why we do hard things? My wife asks me that, there is a lot more mental fortitude that I think we can tap into that pushes me toward hard things. It’s the let me prove this to myself. I’m running my first 50k in two weeks and it’s this thought of pushing myself past what I think I can do to push my mind toward what I can do. It’s that truth of Christ that I can do ALL things through Him who strengthens me. Thanks for sharing your adventures bro. Mike
I hope people watching your videos learn a few things from you, the way you encourage and boost other people happiness but also your happiness when you are you biggest supporter and fun of your self is very important. Recently been reading 1 of the last book of Mel Robbins (The high 5 habit) and in first chapter she talking about high 5 your self in the bathroom mirror as soon you wake up in the morning it may sound silly /stupid but be a big supporter of yourself and keep pushing /motivating yourself is essential I think for happy life and it's obviously helps too in hardest moments!
I also rode the CT this summer, in the same direction, just a few days ahead of you. Watching these videos over the past few months have been a perfect reflection of all the same views, struggles, trail conditions, weather, and even a lot of the same people I came across. Thank you for indirectly documenting for me! Too bad our paths didn't cross; maybe next time.
Amazing. Ryan I find myself saying the same thing to every video you put out. So beautiful, so well edited,love your work, wish I could ride with you, please keep making more. I get happy every time I see you post. Thanks again for sharing this with us. Love your additude.
What amazing country. No front brake. Now that's a little bit of a bummer. Always like how you put the people you meet in your videos. Like there perspectives too. The only thing I really hate to forget is my snack bag.😁 I can work with everything else but no snacks is a bummer. Take care, Al
Thank you so much for sharing your adventures and the amazing scenery! I've only spent a few days in the San Juans, but it was life changing. I can't wait to go back!
Another great video Ryan. Colorado is just so beautiful and you’re showing parts of it that so few people get to see. Totally appreciate the hard work you’ve done both in riding and putting these videos together.
And to think I briefly entertained the idea of doing this trail on the tandem! NO WAY!!! With all that hike-a-bike and loaded. No way in hell! OH NO! The FINAL episode is almost upon us? Already? NOT FAIR! We want more! Lots more! Oh wait, this is Ryan Van Duzer. Of COURSE there will be more!
When I’ve watched all your videos over the last bunch of years I always felt like that is something I could do, but I’ve got to be honest and say that the Colorado Trail is beyond my physical capabilities. It’s beautiful and sooooo hard. Now I understand why you didn’t make RAGBRAI this year. Trying to recover from this mentally.and physically exhausting trip had to take quite a few weeks. I’m sore just watching all the hike-a-bike and rough trails! Mad respect ✊for this adventure.
Just one more episode to go, that almost makes me sad, but I'm also looking forward to it! I noticed that you ask the viewers about names of plants and mushrooms, just a little tip, there are some great apps where you just take a photo and it will give you the names, maybe its something to look into ;) anyway loved the video!! cant wait for the next one !
Ryan, you be hurtin on this tour! Fantastic footage, inspirational words, and another truly entertaining episode. Look forward to the next. Cheers, mate.
I love all of this! I've really enjoyed these weekly series videos. I look forward to watching each one and enjoy joining along with you on the journey. Thank you Ryan!!!
Good to see you back on the trail and those drone shots are awesome! I get a bit nauseated looking at some of the drops on the side of the trail! I think you go over the edge of one of those you ain’t coming back! And the rock gardens… some big old boulders! Thanks for sharing!
Woot! Happy sunday! Awesome adventure! All you obstacles you've overcome remind me of why when I'm having trouble or discouraged on my bike I say to myself "what would Ryan do!?!
16min 5sec King Boletus mushroom, a little past it's prime, looks like baked bread. Yum, we find them all the time around our place and often cook with them. Great videos, thanks for inspiration Ryan!
Heading into the home stretch! Can see the anticipation and excitement on your face. Amazing trip--can't wait to see the last installment! Thanks, Ryan.
I know it’s not this video content but I really really enjoyed watching YOU enjoy being in NYC & the surrounding areas. I actually miss urban bicycling. I consider it a form of mountain biking! Constantly avoiding the cars, up and down the curbs, in and out of the roads, discovering new areas! Thanks for the content :)
I had that brake noise when I glazed the pads after a rain. I wired brushed them and they worked fine. I hope you didn't damage the rotor. You can horse shoe an axial or snap an axial both failures can made it a long ride or walk home. They must have smoother trails near there to ride my Ecargo bike, the views at that elevation in the telescope must be great! Great views!
Still can't believe you run off peanut butter and beans do these trips absolutely crazy! I just got my Duzer Dozer from priority... Cant wait to get it a 1/8 of the places you go lol! Thanks for the inspiration!
Now that stretch was heavenly! Awesomely beautiful. I would love to cycle it, though preferably by first being air-dropped to avoid all the pain you went through during the previous days.
Just what I needed to lift my spirits...feeling down after hearing the sad news about IOHAN...RIP....when I watch your rides, It often reminds me of his videos...thanks again Duzer
The San Juan is heaven on earth. My first ride in the Rockies was ascending Dry fork to the CT and blast down Hoffein's Connection. I later learned a better ride is to climb up from Junction Creek and descend Hoffeins and climb back up Dry Fork to the CT. That section of Ct back down to Junction Creek is some of the best flow on the planet. Lots of memories coming back watching you grind. From OH, but Durango is where I want to be. Congrats on this adventure.
@@duzer I try to get a bike trip together every couple of years. I always start in Durango. You can go to Moab, Sedona, Grand Junction/Fruita, or stay in the alpine forests and go north to Salida, Vail, Breckenridge. All within a days drive. The list goes on. So many epic rides. Hermosa Creek is still my favorite ride in the San Juan. Hooked on your channel.
Great series, love the scenery and seeing you endure all the uphill 😄. Hey Ryan, how about creating a new and updated video on your photo gear? And maybe a little bit more about your creative (editing) process. Would be really interesting to see!
What a dream ... whatever the weather. The Colorado Trail will only be possible for me in the next life, probably, I still have children but I'm not the youngest anymore but always on my bike ... the USA can be so beautiful too. Greetings from Germany.
I often wonder if I miss out on something if I push myself really hard when bikepacking. This trip makes me reflect on that. Do we just gain more if we push harder? Perhaps I just start asking these questions because I'm getting old myself. Great episodes though. Love the drone shots. I start my day with coffee and these pictures.
Hello Ryan, I am planning on doing de CT but hiking.. your experience has help me very much to get into this.... thank you .. your adventures really relax my mine after good days on mental health work ...
Brilliant photography yet again and lots of respect for filming the switchback climb with steep consequences (17:10-17:30). Stay safe and watch those prairie dogs of whatever ran from you at top of 17:30 -- wouldn't want one stepping out in front on a downhill especially with only 50% brakes; yikes! Stupid squirrels here in VA as well as deer darting out are what keep me alert on the bike.
How bout them drone shots? So green!!
I'll take those any day over mud guards, a belt or brake pads. OK, maybe not the brake pads, because they keep you safe.
Ryan, every film you produce is stunning but this one is the most spectacular! Wow! Find you more and more amazing every day that you are on this trail. Thanks for taking us along for the ride!
Your mini-rant which had my father in my ear: “never skimp on brakes or tires”. 🙂 Beautiful country. Grew up there and about there. High Country Flowers 😍 All that Passion & accomplishment. 🚵 pedal pedal.
True! Enjoyed wveey sec !
I love the drone shot where the drone went between you and your bike and then looked like it was floating!!
Ryan, thank you for your positive outlook and your wonderful video's, I'm 59 and a heart attack survivor with two heart surgery's under my belt, my wife is 57 and had her hip replaced 4 months ago. Last summer I fell in love with cycling during the pandemic, at my best I was riding across Boise using the greenbelt and doing 30 mile rides. My wife wanted to ride and even bought a really nice bike, but her hip was so bad she maybe only got a mile on it before the pain became too much. Four months ago she had it replaced, once the smoke cleared I got her out on her bike, she never really rode bikes as a kid (I grew up on mountain bikes), so each day is a learning adventure and a new challenge for her. Things we never think about are huge challenges to her, like how to start riding from a standstill, but we take it day by day and I'm happy to say that she's improving rapidly. We saw your Ragbrai videos (and Kara and Nates) and she was hooked, so we started training so we can attend next summer, on each ride she recites your catch phrase. Yesterday we did 24 miles, we cheated and stopped to have a bite to eat at a park, but 4 months out of hip surgery and doing 24 miles is pretty awesome, she paid for it, but she just keeps the 'Duzer' attitude going and doesn't stop.
We have a long way to go before next July, but we are committed. keep up the good work, and know that it's making a difference...
Thank You
Paul & Michelle....
I too was inspired by the past RAGBRAI videos of Ryan’s (&. Buses Bikes & Beer) and at 66, did my first RAGBRAI! Amazing experience and looking forward to next year. You can do it, just remember it’s an event not a race and enjoy the ride! Look forward to you joining the other 15-20,000 of us this coming summer!
Inspiring story! Hope your dreams come true!
Oh my goodness, what an amazing story! Kudos to you two for overcoming your major health challenges and then turning it into something inspirational! Woohoo, you both are amazing! Ride on! 💞🚲🚲
Every time you’re cycling downhill, I’m like, “oh man. That’s beautiful. I want to do that.”
Every time you’re pushing the bike up the mountain, I’m like, “nah, I think I’m good watching Duzer do it”
Same 🤣🤣
My grandpa started riding a bike at the age of 71...he would meet me at my bus stop which was 3 miles away....all the kids would laugh at me...but, I didn't care..at least he was there to walk me back home...besides the bike, his next favorite was riding horses...he rode horses till he was 95...and he was always active all his life...plus he was a Veteran as well...he finally passed at the age 99.....I believe you will do whatever you set your mind on Ryan...love all your videos 💯💯🥰🥰 you rock 🎸 man ..
Great story!! Your grandpa sounds like an amazing guy. Thanks for sharing
That noise of the rain hitting the tent after a long, hard day is the best lullaby.
It sure is!
"Mother Nature is quite the florist" 😊👍 nice sentiment & you are absolutely right!
She’s the best
His positivity is insane!
The mountains make me happy
Does your bike use the same brake pads for the front and back? Maybe a swap would would be possible.
Same thought here. Rear pads are probably in pretty great shape, all things considered. Then again, I don't think I'd personally want to cruise down steep hills front brake only.
They most certainly are. But it's funny, because people usually go through their rear pads faster. It's the go-to brake and usually used more, despite the front brake doing the REAL work!
Silly that he didn't carry just ONE pair at the least. Riding in wet, muddy conditions really necessitate bringing spares. (And it's not like Ryan hasn't encountered mud before! 😂) Disc brakes are great, but they're not indestructible!
So I'm just laying in bed watching this. My wife is next to me and hears you taking. She asks, who is that. I said it's Ryan Van Duzer that does all the biking and other adventures.
Her response... the bean burrito guy?
Yep! Good to know she listens when I tell her about you and the videos. Haha
I'm visiting family in San Diego and brought my bike. Did 35 miles facing traffic, stop lights and hills. Your adventure seems so much better.
Thanks again for sharing.
Ha!! Bean burrito guy, I like that title! Give your wife a high five from me, and enjoy SD
Rockies appear to be the same as the Sierra's. Mid morning small puffy clouds appear and they grow till afternoon when they dump hail, water and lightning. By 8:00 in the evening it's clear again. This repeats most of the summer in the 7,000 ft and up mountains. Appreciate all the blood, sweat and tears you put into your work. Cheers from CALIFORNIA.
The mountains are testy places, but I love them
Love what you do - thank you! Maybe an idea for an episode or two. You put your body through quite a bit - what do you off-the-bike to keep in shape and ready for these adventures? I think a lot of people would like to see that. You don't just hop up and decide to do these types of adventures - you have to be ready. I'd love to see you share that and give ideas for us weekend warriors.
Good idea!
Thanks for the tip, order some brake pads to include in my bag. Enjoyed the Colorado Trail by your legs instead of mine. 🤗
enjoyed another inspiring video. Thanks! Today I had a "Duzer" moment. I rode to the coast and did about 30 miles or so and then was headed back to pick up my daughter who had been working on a school project. I got a text that they weren't done and they needed another couple of hours, so I took a dinner break and then continued on for another 15 miles. When I told my wife that I was stopping for dinner on the trail, she asked me if I was eating cold beans on a tortilla :)
Ha!! Love it!!
I feel calm and happy seeing your videos.
That’s the goal!
Thanks for showing how trip really is. So many just show the fun down hill stuff
It’s a sufferfest
Silverton looks amazing nestled in the mountains. Thanks 👍
It’s a beautiful town for sure
Ryan,
I really appreciate your candidness on how hard the trail is and being so open about how it begins to weigh on you while still moving forward. It hits all of us at some point on a trek. Your ability to stay positive through these periods is inspiring to say the least. Thank you again for sharing.
Russ
whenever I have a bad day, your videos have changed my spirits. rock on dude
Glad that I can help put a smile on your face
That view of the Wilson group was incredible!
That was a beautiful episode. Really loved all of the wildflowers along the way! What a landscape.
Great day of wildflowers!
Coffee, donut, Duzer and great scenery. Good morning!
Perfect morning!
“I’m very cozy in here. Eating’ my junk food” has always been my favorite part of camping out, even if it was just in a tent pitched in the living room with my kids.
Yep!! That’s the good stuff
This is One of the rides I thought was most beautiful. Green Mountains with flowers.
Me too!!
The wheezing and grunting, then cry of elation at 17:25 as Ryan crests Blackhawk Pass sent the local wildlife scurrying for the hills.
Getting to the top is always cause for celebration
Those are some of the best drone shots I’ve ever seen. Makes me love our beautiful planet even more ❤️
Thanks! It was a great day for droning!
The most amazing thing about your videos, Ryan, is that I get totally inspired to do some epic bikepacking trips, while at the same time knowing I would never do a trail like this one. Lol. Thanks for the epic scenery and for bringing us along for the ride.
I like that you keep showing the signs of your progress on your jacked up legs. I suspect you feel the same way I do about this. I've left buckets of sweat all over some of the most rugged mountains of the US, Asia and Europe; but the mountains that mean the most to me in the years after are those where I left blood, skin, and flesh from scrapes, cuts, gashes, leeches, claws, and even some fangs. You're properly earning your adventure and I give you much respect.
Those wildflowers are so special. I love all the details we get to experience when we pay attention 🙏 thanks for sharing your adventures, you're amazing Ryan!
I agree, it’s the little things that make me happy
Amazing the kindness of strangers! Reminds me of the kindness diaries. Keep grinding it out Ryan.
To answer your question of why we do hard things? My wife asks me that, there is a lot more mental fortitude that I think we can tap into that pushes me toward hard things. It’s the let me prove this to myself. I’m running my first 50k in two weeks and it’s this thought of pushing myself past what I think I can do to push my mind toward what I can do. It’s that truth of Christ that I can do ALL things through Him who strengthens me. Thanks for sharing your adventures bro. Mike
That is so cool that you run into people who have been inspired by you! Amazing drone footage. Gorgeous country!
It always surprises me!
Gracias una vez más Ryan! I visited Colorado in Oct 2019...I need to come back and enjoy those views... In love with Colorado!
Love the wildflowers and those iconic mountain drone videos! Your adventures never cease to motivate me to get outdoors and enjoy nature.
I loved putting this one together!
I hope people watching your videos learn a few things from you, the way you encourage and boost other people happiness but also your happiness when you are you biggest supporter and fun of your self is very important.
Recently been reading 1 of the last book of Mel Robbins (The high 5 habit) and in first chapter she talking about high 5 your self in the bathroom mirror as soon you wake up in the morning it may sound silly /stupid but be a big supporter of yourself and keep pushing /motivating yourself is essential I think for happy life and it's obviously helps too in hardest moments!
Thanks for sharing, I’ll look up that book
Thank you for showing me something so beautiful.☺️
You’re welcome, this day was incredible
I also rode the CT this summer, in the same direction, just a few days ahead of you. Watching these videos over the past few months have been a perfect reflection of all the same views, struggles, trail conditions, weather, and even a lot of the same people I came across. Thank you for indirectly documenting for me! Too bad our paths didn't cross; maybe next time.
So cool!! Hope to meet you next time
If Duzer is having a hard time you know this trail must be brutal
Toughest trail I’ve ever ridden
@@duzer That’s saying a lot. At least it was beautiful
@@Creedon22 There's also a great video documentary of Mike McKnight going for an FKT on the trail. The low carb runner
At least someone cut out some of the logs over the trail and you didn't have to lift a loaded bike over them. Awesome scenery.
Amazing. Ryan I find myself saying the same thing to every video you put out. So beautiful, so well edited,love your work, wish I could ride with you, please keep making more. I get happy every time I see you post. Thanks again for sharing this with us. Love your additude.
I’ll keep making more, you can count on that!
@@duzer then I'll be there waiting
OMG! The views were incredible! Your DNA won't let you quit Ryan that's why you think through every obstacle in your way. Awesome adventure just WOW!!
Amazing views!!
What amazing country. No front brake. Now that's a little bit of a bummer. Always like how you put the people you meet in your videos. Like there perspectives too. The only thing I really hate to forget is my snack bag.😁 I can work with everything else but no snacks is a bummer. Take care, Al
Thank you so much for sharing your adventures and the amazing scenery! I've only spent a few days in the San Juans, but it was life changing. I can't wait to go back!
They’re incredible
Unbelievable beauty out there for this episode! So awesome!
So green out there!
Another great video Ryan. Colorado is just so beautiful and you’re showing parts of it that so few people get to see. Totally appreciate the hard work you’ve done both in riding and putting these videos together.
Wow definitely beautiful country!
Stunning scenery a true gem in this world.
Rock on Duzer!
Thx for sharing
Thanks for watching
Wow, this was the best day for amazing views of the trip. Thanks for sharing the beauty of Colorado.
It sure was!
And to think I briefly entertained the idea of doing this trail on the tandem!
NO WAY!!! With all that hike-a-bike and loaded. No way in hell!
OH NO! The FINAL episode is almost upon us? Already? NOT FAIR! We want more! Lots more!
Oh wait, this is Ryan Van Duzer. Of COURSE there will be more!
Reminds me of the European Alpine meadows etc , great drone shots that really capture the Colorado mountain range in all its Glory !
When I’ve watched all your videos over the last bunch of years I always felt like that is something I could do, but I’ve got to be honest and say that the Colorado Trail is beyond my physical capabilities. It’s beautiful and sooooo hard. Now I understand why you didn’t make RAGBRAI this year. Trying to recover from this mentally.and physically exhausting trip had to take quite a few weeks. I’m sore just watching all the hike-a-bike and rough trails! Mad respect ✊for this adventure.
You nailed it! I finished this ride the Tuesday before ragbrai and couldn’t muster the motivation to go…I was so tired
Great filming Ryan! Your efforts are an inspiration for me! You looked so cosy in your tent and well organised with food and warm clothing/bedding.
It was indeed a cozy moment!
17:30 a scared marmot/squirrel 🐿️ runs away from the crazed yelling and exhausted Duzer
Love the drone footage, the San Juan's are spectacular.
They sure are
Just one more episode to go, that almost makes me sad, but I'm also looking forward to it! I noticed that you ask the viewers about names of plants and mushrooms, just a little tip, there are some great apps where you just take a photo and it will give you the names, maybe its something to look into ;) anyway loved the video!! cant wait for the next one !
"I should've brought brake pads" thank you for saying what I was thinking. You rock dude!
Haha, oops
@@duzer When the borders open up are you coming to BC to do some bikepacking?
Hopefully
Wow. Amazing scenery in the San Juans. On my CO list to get over there. Happy Sunday!
For reals
Ryan, you be hurtin on this tour! Fantastic footage, inspirational words, and another truly entertaining episode. Look forward to the next. Cheers, mate.
Thanks Ian!
I love all of this! I've really enjoyed these weekly series videos. I look forward to watching each one and enjoy joining along with you on the journey. Thank you Ryan!!!
Thanks so much for tuning in every week!!
Amazing scenery today.
Good to see you back on the trail and those drone shots are awesome! I get a bit nauseated looking at some of the drops on the side of the trail! I think you go over the edge of one of those you ain’t coming back! And the rock gardens… some big old boulders! Thanks for sharing!
Yeah, the exposure is a little freaky at times
Woot! Happy sunday! Awesome adventure! All you obstacles you've overcome remind me of why when I'm having trouble or discouraged on my bike I say to myself "what would Ryan do!?!
WWRD! Ha ha!
Bro! No break pads, No mud guards, No extra belt! GoPro off! Lol kidding views where killer.
Just goes to show that you don’t need all that stuff ;)
16min 5sec King Boletus mushroom, a little past it's prime, looks like baked bread. Yum, we find them all the time around our place and often cook with them. Great videos, thanks for inspiration Ryan!
Oh cool! Thanks for the info, didn’t know it was edible !
Wow, beautiful scenery! Loved all the wild flowers!
Thanks Ryan!
Heading into the home stretch! Can see the anticipation and excitement on your face. Amazing trip--can't wait to see the last installment! Thanks, Ryan.
So close!!
Wow , the hills are really alive ... thank you for not singing tho ! ✌😁
They sure are!! La la la laaaa
Best episode- holy shit those drone shots
Thanks!! It was one of my favorite days
Another fantastic video. Thank you Ryan.
Muy bueno!! love the CT high country ....It's a mountain biking paradise...with amazing views...can't wait for more ❤🇨🇦
Stunning up high
I know it’s not this video content but I really really enjoyed watching YOU enjoy being in NYC & the surrounding areas. I actually miss urban bicycling. I consider it a form of mountain biking! Constantly avoiding the cars, up and down the curbs, in and out of the roads, discovering new areas! Thanks for the content :)
I agree, biking in nyc is super fun, you have to be super alert at all times!
Great footage, through your TH-cam channel I'm amazed how beautiful your country is⛰⛰🌧👀
Super cool video, parts of your ride reminds me when I rode the 401 at crested butte.! 🚲
I had that brake noise when I glazed the pads after a rain. I wired brushed them and they worked fine. I hope you didn't damage the rotor. You can horse shoe an axial or snap an axial both failures can
made it a long ride or walk home.
They must have smoother trails near there to ride my Ecargo bike, the views at that elevation in the telescope must be great!
Great views!
Another great day of riding and pushing and the views.
Yes it was!
Still can't believe you run off peanut butter and beans do these trips absolutely crazy! I just got my Duzer Dozer from priority... Cant wait to get it a 1/8 of the places you go lol! Thanks for the inspiration!
Oh fun!! Enjoy that bike!!
Now that stretch was heavenly! Awesomely beautiful. I would love to cycle it, though preferably by first being air-dropped to avoid all the pain you went through during the previous days.
Your videos always make my day!
Yay!! That’s the goal
Pre bike trip inspections should be a priority Ryan. Live and learn brother. Stay strong and certainly stay safe.
I’ve never in my life burned through brake pads on any tour…so it’s not something I think about..:now I will
What a great adventure! Stay safe
Thanks for sharing! Love your perspective and the way you put these videos together! Inspired to get out there soon
Neil from BikePacking crossed my mind, his riding this trail is brutal.
So amazing how fast he rides this route
Just what I needed to lift my spirits...feeling down after hearing the sad news about IOHAN...RIP....when I watch your rides, It often reminds me of his videos...thanks again Duzer
Also a shout out to John and Mira for being at his Memorial...👍
He seemed like such a kind soul
The San Juan is heaven on earth. My first ride in the Rockies was ascending Dry fork to the CT and blast down Hoffein's Connection. I later learned a better ride is to climb up from Junction Creek and descend Hoffeins and climb back up Dry Fork to the CT. That section of Ct back down to Junction Creek is some of the best flow on the planet. Lots of memories coming back watching you grind. From OH, but Durango is where I want to be. Congrats on this adventure.
So cool that you’ve experienced it!
@@duzer I try to get a bike trip together every couple of years. I always start in Durango. You can go to Moab, Sedona, Grand Junction/Fruita, or stay in the alpine forests and go north to Salida, Vail, Breckenridge. All within a days drive. The list goes on. So many epic rides. Hermosa Creek is still my favorite ride in the San Juan. Hooked on your channel.
Drone shots on point !
Thanks bud
Great series, love the scenery and seeing you endure all the uphill 😄.
Hey Ryan, how about creating a new and updated video on your photo gear? And maybe a little bit more about your creative (editing) process. Would be really interesting to see!
I think this is the first time I have heard you talk so much about wishing to be done .
This trail beat me down
Ryan again with another great video!!
What a dream ... whatever the weather. The Colorado Trail will only be possible for me in the next life, probably, I still have children but I'm not the youngest anymore but always on my bike ... the USA can be so beautiful too. Greetings from Germany.
It was like a dream, so beautiful!
Amazing drone video!
Blackhawk pass was my favorite spot on the trail! Great vid!!
Yeah man, stunning up there
Another superb video. Thank you 🙏. England 🏴
Thanks Gareth!!
I often wonder if I miss out on something if I push myself really hard when bikepacking. This trip makes me reflect on that. Do we just gain more if we push harder? Perhaps I just start asking these questions because I'm getting old myself. Great episodes though. Love the drone shots. I start my day with coffee and these pictures.
These are all questions that go through my head constantly
looks like theres some awesome freeriding along those ridges!
You are such a beast Ryan! nice job man great story and adventure
Hello Ryan,
I am planning on doing de CT but hiking.. your experience has help me very much to get into this.... thank you ..
your adventures really relax my mine after good days on mental health work ...
You’re gonna LOVE it!! Thanks for watching
You bet I’ll stay tuned ! I wouldn’t miss that for a dozen burritos 🌯 with frijoles ! :0))))
Brilliant photography yet again and lots of respect for filming the switchback climb with steep consequences (17:10-17:30). Stay safe and watch those prairie dogs of whatever ran from you at top of 17:30 -- wouldn't want one stepping out in front on a downhill especially with only 50% brakes; yikes! Stupid squirrels here in VA as well as deer darting out are what keep me alert on the bike.
Those are Marmots!
@@duzer You scared that marmot half to death. He must have wondered about you!
No Brakies.....No Problemo. Good job Ryan👍
The mushroom cut to the clif bar had me thinking you just took a big bite out of the mushroom! 🤣
Haha!! Yum yum