Cycling Up The Highest Paved Road in North America-Mt Blue Sky (Evans)

Covid has ruined a ton of events, concerts, and sports this year, but one of the good outcomes (if you're a cyclist) is the closure of the road to the summit of Mount Evans. Dana and I decided to take advantage of this unique opportunity and pedal the 14 car-free miles.
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[@duzer]

We HAD to take advantage of this unique opportunity and ride up this beautiful mountain without the stress of cars whizzing past us. It was the perfect day, has anyone else biked up this mountain?

[@ElevationEveryWeekend]

Yep! In July on a fatbike!😜🤙🏻

[@dudeonbike800]

@@ElevationEveryWeekend That's almost as dumb as on a unicycle! I guess the ultimate stupidity would be on a fat unicycle! Ha, ha! j/k (mostly) PS This is how I look at fatbikes on anything but snow and sand, "Hey, how can we make riding a bike harder, heavier and generally less enjoyable? THE FAT BIKE!!! Given I can ride a 15 pound marvel of carbon engineering, I'd much rather pick a squishy, slow, terribly-handling excuse for a bike." Conundrum. I see people riding them on pavement and dirt and wonder why on earth the bike industry has spent so much time, energy and money making bikes, and wheels specifically, nice and light. Makes absolutely no sense. Sorry, but the fad is over and for damn good reason! Would you like to know how I really feel about fat bikes now? :) :) :) :)

[@raoulzaragoza4112]

Yup! Idaho Springs to the top! 1980 when I had the legs...

[@luisenriquenameacosta2310]

No video of the downhill?

[@rogerbergua6268]

Super cool video Ryan! I went a month ago with some friends from Boulder. It was amazing! This year, without cars, makes it very unique.

[@pampenney9600]

Amen. I just turned 52 yesterday AND BECAUSE OF THIS CHANNEL….. I ran a half marathon on a whim by myself and hit the pain cave but…. I prayed and acknowledged everyone I was running for, everyone I loved, and I wanted to quit but I knew Ryan Van Duzer wouldn’t so I didn’t. I have military drill today and I’m hurting so I do recommend training a bit 😅. Thanks Ryan and Dana and everyone else on your channel. You have inspired me beyond belief! Age is a blessing ❤

[@emcee2555]

Dana is so cool! Love her energy and how reflective she is, we need more people like her in the world!

[@duzer]

I agree!

[@mhe8545]

Yes.Live life to the fullest. Every day is a blessing. I’ll have what Dana’s drinking

[@peterhehn9511]

No cycling videos more inspiring than Van Duzer's!

[@duzer]

Awe, thanks! That means a lot to me

[@ArisaemaDracontium]

I rode this in 2008 from Evergreen. The tingling in my fingers due to lack of oxygen is something I'll never forget. For those worried about traffic, its pretty light and, cars going up are going pretty slow and all gave me space. On the way down, you can easily outpace the cars on all but a few sections, in fact, figuring out how to best pass the cars is the toughest part.

[@lineberndt653]

What a gorgeous view!!!!!!! Low key jealous

[@rex42870]

I ordered the priority Apollo gravel bike a few weeks ago,can not wait to hear your review. Stay safe and be blessed!

[@russherron2892]

I’m looking forward to it as i preordered one as well

[@moncier77]

Putting this on my cycling list

[@kevinthomson6324]

We could all use friends like Dana or Ryan in our lives. What a amazing way to spend a day! Much better views than my ride a couple days ago. Must say I’m a little jealous of Colorado’s landscape

[@larryappelbaum2245]

So happy you guys had no wind. When I did that ride with 2 friends in 1998 we started at the bottom at the Ranger Station at I-70 and when we got above timberline the wind was ferocious! We pushed on though and to this day that was one of my life's greatest experiences! So cool to relive it watching your video! Thank you!

[@duzer]

What a crazy day you had, but those tough elements make for memorable experiences

[@shabbirahmed84]

Can't wait for the bike review!

[@russherron2892]

That Makes two of us!

[@RobertRoweMusic]

What a beautiful ride, Ryan! And you always pick the best cycling buddies!

[@duzer]

I'm very fortunate to have Dana in my life!

[@viralnorn9173]

Beautiful scenery. Haven't been to CO since 2000. And I live next door! Thanks for the video, loved it! I'm 62 soon and still cycling the Flint Hills.

[@bradsanders6954]

Im 63 and just reviving my cycling career. Last 19 months with a new knee and up to 200 miles a week,feeling awfully grateful and good.

[@viralnorn9173]

@@bradsanders6954 Wow that's incredible! I have a double hip replacement, and I only do a little over a hundred a week. You rock dude!

[@cohutta]

When we can travel again I'm coming to CO just to try and catch Dana to give her a huge hug. I'm glad you two have each other and that the world has the two of you.

[@duzer]

It’ll be a hug fest!

[@rickb6029]

Spectacular scenery and video production.

[@duzer]

Thanks!!

[@lanyouree8532]

Dana is going to live another 59 years. Colorado offers so many outdoor healthy possibilities I can see why the people are so fit. Doing it all at altitude and keeping the old CV system in working order. It’s just impressive and a great place to experience life. Thanks again for sharing with a flat lander like me.

[@outbackwack368]

What an AWESOME day! I'm 60 and had prostate cancer surgery in June. For August, I finally reached 200 miles of road and mountain biking even though we had some 20 days over 110°, and am getting stronger and trying to do more each week. Love & Respect coming to you all from Phoenix, Arizona USA!

[@duzer]

WOW! You're a monster, and your story is inspiring. Wishing you all the best. Happy trails

[@LindyLooo99]

I'm 63 and love my Texas bike rides!

[@duzer]

Right on!

[@mikerockwood8988]

Much love to you both! Seemed like a great day!

[@tommotto9796]

WOW!!! Amazing!

[@Happy_Biker]

I really needed this today. Thank you! 🙏

[@duzer]

Glad I could provide!

[@jeffshannon5410]

You and Dana make the best videos together if she doesn't see this comment let her know that we all think that!!!! Keep up the great work and don't ever stop riding

[@duzer]

Dana is indeed a special human!! I’ll let her know for sure, and we’ll try to do another adventure soon

[@travisreed5965]

LOVE YOU DANA - LOVE YOU RYAN - My Mountain Top Shout Outs There - What A Missed Opportunity, Didn't Know Evans Was Closed This Summer - So Stoked For You Guys And The Unicyclist - Well Done Duzer TV - Well Done Go Team Human Cheers

[@genewest8426]

Always a pleasure to see Duzer and Dana... happy travels you two!!! And Happy Birthday Dana😍

[@libertyfarmsiowa]

What an awesome ride. Well done to both of you. Way to go Dana!

[@6gorks]

You two ROCK! Happy Birthday Dana!

[@theBidon]

Beautiful! I’ve added this ride to my to do list.

[@hemaccabe4292]

Keep on being awesome!

What of an inspiring video! You really got me inspired for cycling. Thank you, so much, Ryan!

[@ericramosmd]

WOW, impressive climb and stunning views. Thanks Ryan!

[@LuisBecerra79]

Feliz cumpleaños Dana 🎂. It’s super cool that you could enjoy the ride with no traffic at all. Take care Ryan, can’t wait for the next video. 👍🏼

[@PumpkinVillage]

What a great day. Can't beat your riding partner for sure. What a beautiful climb. Take care and stay safe, Al

[@bwinmaine]

The year, 1969, the summer of love. My vehicle, 1964 Chevy Impala, bright red hardtop. My reward, a bag of Chips Ahoy chocolate chip cookies enjoyed on those big stones on the brink at the highest point. A little cooler, though, and windy! Loved this video Ryan!

[@duzer]

Very cool, thanks for a trip back in time

[@jimduyck]

Thank you so much for all your extra work filming and editing all of those drone shots. 😍

[@frankducett9]

Amazing that you could breathe. Great video.

[@randallsmith7885]

Dana D is right! Thank you!

[@heririos2541]

Amazing. Thank you for sharing.

[@bradsanders6954]

Ahhhh. Great video. I once drove from chico ca,to pikes peak,just to ride down it at 55mph in spots on mt bike,bikes werent allowed but I HAD to do it........then we went to Crested Butte for 2 days,and stayed for 5 . So Amazing..............then we went to Mammoth Mt and I raced the downhill and cross country............A duzer of a 2 week jaunt! Thanks Ryan!

[@ParkerTinsleyRides]

Mt Evans was the first mountain I had ever been up, period. Had never before had that sort of view and seeing it again brings back some great memories. Thanks for making this video and spreading the positivity.

[@davidcolinstillman5585]

RYAN THAT WAS BREATHTAKING ! GLAD YOU BOTH HAD AN AMAZING TIME DOING THE 14 THOUSAND FOOTER & NO WIND TRYING TO WHISK YOU BOTH OFF THE MOUNTAIN . GORGEOUS WEATHER BEAUTY COLORS VIEWS SCENERY ! BE SAFE ! HAVE FUN ! GOD BLESS YOU BOTH ALWAYS ON YOUR JOURNEYS ! THANK YOU ! ENJOYED !

[@gaylbeals6712]

Duzer you are and inspiration!

[@patricelemay1190]

Yeeaaaah Dana is back , beautiful nature, big blue sky , sunshine and great human beings, what more do you want !? Big dose of happyness right there , thank you ! 🌞🌞🌞🚵‍♂️💜

[@Austin6403]

Ryan the unicycle commentary and the shot at 8:30 of the mountains are everything. Keep it going

[@hardmtnbiker]

Amazing!!

[@laurisoza]

Happy belated birthday, Dana!!!! 🎂🌟

[@hemaccabe4292]

I agree with Dana about BDays. I have earned those years. I'm proud of my age. I'd like to be in better physical shape and look like I did at 25, but I'm very proud to have made it as far as I have.

[@ElevationEveryWeekend]

Awesome thumbnail and drone shots! I really need to get one at some point! Good times!! Glad you got it in between firestorms!

[@duzer]

Thanks! The drone made this video WAY more interesting

[@garryshirreffs9517]

Wow what a great road , the views are stunning

[@pedrofernandez8729]

YAY! The great Dana joins the adventure.

[@Concrete_pilot]

By far, by faaar my absolute favorite video Ryan! WoW! Thanks for the great views man! Definitely putting this mountain on my list

[@duzer]

Thanks!! This ride is so fun

[@kylehall4063]

I also enjoyed this great car less opportunity in 2020 up mt Evan's on a bike, great work to both of you and it reminded my of the fun adventure I also had 👍

[@TheTrakker]

WOW!!!! I mean WWWWOOOOOOOOWWWWW!!!!!! I'm sorry, but that's all I can muster at the moment. And Dana, you rock girl!!!! Awesomeness is your middle name, I'm sure of it!!!

[@duzer]

It sure is!! Dana Awesome!

[@samcash4412]

Thanks for taking us on your adventures! You truly inspire us your viewers to “Get out There” and start having adventures and living life to the fullest! I cannot say thank you enough!

[@duzer]

I appreciate that!! I love sharing these stories and pumping you up

[@JordanGreenPNW]

Wow I want to do this! Awesome video

[@DaveWeinerPriority]

Such a beautiful video! Love all the positive energy here. Dana rocks!!!

[@duzer]

Dana is a Guru!

[@carl1964carl]

Awesome and envious

[@Larry93215]

Love your videos

[@dominicmcn]

Inspirational as always, love the enthusiasm and joy from you and Dana. Has only beem a day since I've been out on my bike and now I want to get back out. Pity it is after midnight and I have work in the morning 😉

[@tonyankele2903]

Thank you Ryan........thank you...! You are truly an exceptional , inspirational life inspiring , enjoyable person . Keep smiling , it looks great on you... Oh yeah... Dana is great and have enjoyed you both and your rides and you really appear to love each other's company... Ride on! My friend! T

[@jun8185]

This is such a beautiful place. Added to the bucket list.

[@abderrazak6122]

This is beautiful video. Thank you for sharing. Hi to dana.

[@justinraywolfe]

This just got added to my bucket list! 😍

[@marthapinzon887]

Great mountain to climb. I'd love to ride it one day. Dana you ROCK!

[@troydrury12]

Got my Apollo on order and can't wait to get it.

[@marykemp1079]

Amazing views and music to go with it! Great job taking advantage of the road being closed 😀

[@duzer]

Thanks, I like the music too

[@CraigPringle]

What an awesome ride! Thanks for sharing!

[@duzer]

You bet!

[@BBB_Adventures]

Epic!! Marybeth and I put that on our list of must do rides.

[@duzer]

It’s a beaut!!

[@Arjay404]

I don't know if you watch much tv Ryan, seems like you might be a person that doesn't do that much tv with how much fun you have outside, but the music in this video was beautiful, it made me think of the show This is Us, which is a show about a family and it follows the family as they deal with realistic things that all families deal with in one way or another, it's a very emotional show, I've cried watching multiple episodes and scenes, some happy and some sad cries, it's all good. This video made me just as emotional as the show, those views and the whole idea of being on top of that mountain with everything else being below you, is just incredible and makes you think about life. I can totally understand where Dana's head was at that moment because I had some of the same thoughts, though I imagine that it's nowhere near as much as actually being there. You have a great day Ryan and Dana and to all your friends and family, you guys add so much happiness in this world and make the world a better place.

[@duzer]

I haven't seen that show, but my mom tells me that it's amazing, and yes, pulls on the heartstrings. Maybe I'll find time to watch it this winter. Sending you big hugs from Boulder!

[@edawriter]

Thanks for the professional and uplifting video! I rode up in September 1980 with a friend (ran it too in the early '70s) , but our experience was more typical for Mt. Evans weather. The summit was socked in. I had no gloves! Fingers froze. We had rain on the way down and my friend skidded off the road. I heard him yelling as I approached. Fortunately he was fine.

[@duzer]

We totally lucked out with the weather!

[@jacksonbangs6603]

Congratulations 👏 on cycling the highest paved road in North America!

[@duzer]

It’s so fun up there

[@sandeshsanuchappera802]

My friend Ryan very nice video ... ! And inspirational too

[@duzer]

Thank you my friend!

[@leabiasutti8650]

You are AMAZING!!!.. I love your videos.. i love your way to share the LOVE FOR THIS WOONDERFUL LIFE.. I just finished a 60km hike, definitely le longest hike of my life.. my legs are sore.. but my heart and my mind are celebrating one of the best days of my life!!! YEAH RYAN! Keep on doing this!! 💪💪💪💪

[@derricklarano]

Very positive. Thanks.

[@duzer]

You're welcome

[@Stickerbob11]

Beautiful 🤙🏽

[@mbiraside]

Big shout out to you guys from BC.

[@TrippyandDa]

Great video with amazing scenery 💙 you’ve opened my eyes to see the beautiful scenery in North America. Thanks for that👏🏼

[@duzer]

Thanks, there’s a lot of beauty out here

[@mryoso629]

Ride safe always!!!

[@lorimcdole5759]

I lkve the love shout outs! Love you Dana and Ryan!

[@Scor-ah]

Great to see Dana, love her 11 pine shorts....awesome ride

[@duzer]

Yeah, those blue ones are awesome!

[@Scor-ah]

@@duzer I agree I have a pair ...rode in them for a week in Montana

[@ongobo23]

Great drone shots of the vast mountain range.

[@brianradwanski6544]

I was just looking at that bike. Can't wait for the full review. Enjoy the snow!!

[@duzer]

It's getting cold already!

[@russherron2892]

I preorderd the Apollo , I to am looking forward to Ryan’s review of it.

[@paulfaulkner6299]

You live in a beautiful country, Ryan.

[@BigRon092]

Nice ride! Always great to see Dana, she's an inspiration.

[@duzer]

I think so too!

[@unchewable1]

Now your spoiling us lol awesome stuff man

[@calxtra5361]

Absolutely stunning mountainscape .... would have like to seen the downward road too ... You and Dana are two awesome individuals

[@hillatty1]

What great weather! I hope to do this ride when I visit Denver to see my first grandbaby, who is arriving tomorrow morning...

[@duzer]

Congratulations!!!! So exciting. Enjoy Denver whenever you get here

[@standardannonymousguy]

Another gem for youtube! Keep doing what you do Ryan!

[@duzer]

You know I will!

[@TheTgall11]

Happy BIRTHDAY Dana....love your optimism.....;-D

[@autumn007]

Happiest of birthdays, Dana!!!! You're inspiring!!! Ryan, thank you for showing what I could've seen when I was in Colorado last month. 😁 Totally beautiful!!

[@duzer]

Hope you get to come back sometime!

[@gaypreator8547]

True old age is a privilege that many do not get to experience. Never take your age for granted.

[@duzer]

Well said

[@andresantos1889]

Your content is getting better and better!

[@duzer]

Thanks my friend! Trying to improve everyday

[@estelletennent7132]

Just love it

[@duzer]

Thanks

[@larrybrenize7141]

I climbed this in 2008 when I had Prostate Cancer. You should have carried you bike to the tippy top. Zman on top of the world on youtube.

[@Mclovinthedank]

Amazing

[@aVpasYouWish]

Awesome video. We did this ride July 2020.

[@lukespack]

I see that Dutch couple "Wheels to Wander" cycled the Ak-Baital Pass on the border of the Republic of Tajikistan (GBAO region) and Kyrgyzstan at an elevation of 4.655m (15,270ft) above the sea level. They were fully loaded too.

[@billysbikesbrews7183]

Wow.. Impressive... Dana Great advice.. I'm 59.. Turn 60 in January.. I try to appreciate every day.. Cause you never know.. Thanks Ryan for all you do.. Your family...

[@duzer]

Love to hear this my friend!

[@carriemcmurtrie2906]

Too funny that I was going to ask how old Dana is...you ROCK 59 girl! You two are awesome!

[@PhiLeo7973]

Dana is just radiant, beautiful, and charming at 29!

[@duzer]

She sure is!