Mackay Idaho Motorcycle Rodeo-Ryan and Ali Bike Across America-Ep 10

A motorcycle rodeo is like a regular rodeo, just way louder and crazier!
I'm excited to announce that Ali and I are riding across the USA! We're riding Trek's new gravel bikes, the Checkpoint, and the goal is to take the road less traveled in search of great people and inspiring stories. Besides profiling the wonderful people along the way, we'll be asking everyone for LOVE advice. Our route will take us from Oregon to New York and WE WANT YOU to help out. If you have any ideas of places to visit, friends to meet, or burritos to eat, find us on social media and point us in the right direction.
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[@duzer]

Happy Wednesday everyone! We hope you love meeting all our biker friends as much as we did. This rodeo was definitely one of the highlights of the trip so far. So much love for these guys!

[@jimblake6826]

Sarge here, WOW! You two Freebirds were so much fun to have at the Makcay Rodeo. Keep up the great adventure and super cool work on posting videos etc. That HoneyBee will end up as a conversation piece in your house one day. ENJOY and Thanks for the memories.

[@duzer]

JIM BLAKE thank YOU for welcoming us into your family. Highlight of our trip for sure! Safe travels to you this summer and see you down the open road.

[@gravelewok8284]

Sarge, definitely great advice. Rock on!

[@Lughnerson]

Stunning cinematography. Wonderful camaraderie. This is the U.S.A. I want, not the angry, hateful, fearful direction we are taking.

[@duzer]

Lughnerson I agree!

[@05RSnazzy]

Not a ton of content creators offer something more than a video - something that has substance and has meaning. Thanks for the great channel!

[@duzer]

05RSnazzy thanks my friend! Trying my best to show a lot of heart and soul.

[@fixitup76]

Thank you for taking the time to get to know the motorcycle community! Thank you for telling our story in a positive light. We are all just people when it comes down to it.

[@duzer]

Creative we had such a great time with them! Only thing missing was you! Hope you’re Summer is going well

[@88blackandwhite88]

SO cool 😎💖 Makes me miss my Harley.

[@petergeiser8727]

Ali and Ryan, what an incredible series it just keeps getting better and better. This episode in particular is just what we all need right now. Opening eyes! Ur Eld

[@Lughnerson]

Better than politics and a lot more diplomatic. That's the real America the beautiful.

[@lard_lad_AU]

Watching in order and this is the best episode so far.

[@duzer]

Yeah, this was such a fun experience, loved the Harley guys!

[@bluskydreamr1]

I came across your videos and love them! I was born and raised in Idaho... small town called Grangeville. The Stanley area is gorgeous but central and northern Idaho is insanely beautiful too! Glad you loved my state!

[@mateodiego3481]

That was kind of different, but so right up there with a Duzer's chocolate box life. Never know what you are going to get. Thank you for sharing. It is really true about both types of bikers. I cannot ever remember having someone on a motorcycle hassling me on my bike. On the contrary they are almost always friendly and helpful. I once had a guy on a Harley turn around and pull up to offer me water on a long hot ride. I didn't need it, but it was awesome that he was looking out for a stranger on his bicycle. Stay safe and have fun you two.

[@duzer]

Mateo Diego we’ve found motorcyclists to be very friendly and protective of us...it’s very cool! Thanks for watching my man!

[@Hobomountainwander]

It's really great to see the motorcycle community embracing your presence. Motorcycles are a product of the byclcle era, as you probably know. It's great to see those two linages connecting.

[@noahb5583]

Well done Ryan & Ali!!!! I'm hooked on your videos. Our family of 7, has found a similar sense of freedom & adventure in our RV travels. It's the people you meet along the way that bring you the most joy. See you in ILLINOIS!

[@madcapper6]

Got the Gadsden flag alongside Old Glory and singing the Star Spangled Banner. Those folks love their freedom. A slice of middle America.

[@duzer]

They sure do!

[@rezaehsan519]

As I'm not American and never been there, all I ever saw about these Harley-Davidson guys was through films and they were extremely negative. You gave me a REAL aspect and I thank you a lot for that! Thanks for sharing! Love you both!

[@duzer]

I agree with you, they have a bad reputation, and we were really fortunate to get to know them and see how wonderful they are

[@davidcolinstillman5585]

BREATHTAKING DRONE FOOTAGE AWESOME!

[@elisellen]

this was SPECIAL! One of my favorite youtube videos ever. This is what it's about!

[@bitchoflivingblah]

thanks for lending us your eyes and ears for this marvellous trip.

[@theashrook6129]

That bike rally is probably one of my favorites of this adventure of not the favorite. Cool group of people.

[@luannedimaggio7025]

Bikers are the best and most giving people.

[@duzer]

true statement!

[@JohnnyJolt]

A lot of good people in this one. We tend to forget that the other person is not that different from us. They want the same basic things and have similar driving forces. We are too quick at times to judge. Good video. Thank you.

[@duzer]

I totally agree!

[@markchatham7689]

What a great episode (even if's 3 years late). This is one of those episodes that could be a John Cougar Mellencamp song. Its real America!

[@themindunset]

Love this one guys. Great work. Nice people. Makes my heart feel good. Ride safe

[@tehblizz]

LOVED the interviews, best episode up to now! Keep it up :)

[@duzer]

tehblizz thanks! It was our fav too:)

[@johngrossbohlin7582]

This reminded me of the time I rolled into Daytona Beach, FL late one evening while on a long trip on my Trek. It was Bike Week. Bike Week is for motorcycles... the entire city was full of motorcycles. The KOA campground owners let me camp at their house as the campground was packed full of motorcycles. The next day everyone ignored me as I was wearing bicycle riding clothes and stuck out like a sore thumb. With that I went to the Daytona Harley Davidson shop and bought a t-shirt. Then, while wearing my new shirt, guys would ask me what I was riding. The looks on their faces were great when I responded "A Trek." The follow up question was invariably "What the Hell is that?" The guys were much like those you met at the rodeo -- overall they were very nice. I was invited to join a group who had laid claim to a section of the pavillion... sacred ground as it was raining and the air was heavy with the smell of wet leather. I'll never forget sitting across from a 50ish guy who was mostly bald and who had an eagle tattooed on his forehead that said "Harley" in the middle of it. I kept wanting to ask him how drunk he was when he got that tattoo... It was a great experience as your adventure with the bikers was.

[@nightbladeshadowx]

Favorite ep so far

[@geraldkim4801]

More fantastic awesomeness....thanks you two, be safe.

[@marcelvandervelden3081]

wow ...Amazing

[@drewlucero3916]

Another Masterpiece Thanks for sharing 📸 🚲🚲🚲🚲🚲🚲🚲📸

[@PudgyPedalPusher]

The brotherhood is real between bikes and bikers. I was a messenger while in college in Portland, ME. A city bus hit me and kept driving but didn’t make it more than two blocks before the local chapter of the Outlaws MC had it pulled over. I know the stereotype around the Outlaws but that day they covered my ass and made sure I was ok and that bus driver stopped his bus. Very cool seeing you guys bring light to that community.

[@NotAnotherFilm]

I'm actually dumbfounded by the quality of this series. Honestly so much enjoyment to be had and so so interesting to hear all of these peoples stories. I tip my helmet to you both.

[@duzer]

Thank you my friend! It's a lot of work, but I love sharing the stories

[@DanielCanfield]

Thank you for visiting!

[@duzer]

We LOVED Idaho

[@davidowens467]

that was Awesome!!

[@duzer]

Glad you liked it!

[@itsallspent]

veggie dogs in Boulder LOL I really enjoyed this one.

[@vtwinbiker99]

How much fun is that! And the scenery is amazing! Thank you both for sharing your story!!!

[@joangregg4378]

Now that's Bike Life! Woo Hoo!!!!

[@adamsadventures683]

Just started the vid and am only 44 seconds in, but am already loving the drone footage... And the whole series! Thank you both!

[@Lughnerson]

Yup. I prefer being oceanside, but damn man, so far all the scenery out west is dramatically beautiful.

[@LIVEINPEACE2023]

"The rack is about right." 😝🤣😜

[@Tom-ol9em]

Awesome video guys looked like a blast!!! Vroom vroom 🚲💘🚲

[@davidravo6247]

Who doesn’t like Roy? That was an amazing experience to meet a dude like that. Introspection’s galore. I profoundly enjoyed his observations on the long term romance

[@duzer]

He’s a great guy

[@pierremarcjette7412]

Very cool. Ride on....

[@duzer]

These dudes are the coolest

[@brndnew01]

this is amazing!!

[@duzer]

josh miller it sure was!

[@WheelersAtLarge]

What an epic day...

[@duzer]

Sure was

[@genewest7690]

I have been following you two Ryan and Ali....digging the videos, and the two of you! Continued success on your adventure! PS... you don't need relationship advice... you two have it!

[@infiniteweekend1423]

Love all these warm-hearted tough bikers! Keep it up Duzer and Ali.

[@duzer]

Infinite Weekend they’re the best!

[@annak3688]

One of your best!

[@neilhendley1119]

My two favourite vices; riding bicycles and harleys.....yeah! Thanks for sharing.

[@georgewcamp]

Roy is awesome, great perspective and advice!

[@user-jd7jw4zv4r]

I have been in this rodeo a few times and gone to it a few more times. Live about 4 blocks from the fairgrounds out back of little Whie Church and I get to see all the bikes going by. I didn't notice the date, but I can see my Scarlet on line for the slow race.

[@golfpunk0r]

I love this series!!!!! What a way to see the country and the experiences you are sharing are just so heart warming, the people you are meeting and the stories you get, will be cherished forever I am sure. Thanks so much for sharing x

[@alexharris5985]

opened my eyes; Thanks.

[@TheCossak]

Awesome. Great episode 😊

[@briansmith8325]

How good is this, gets better and better this journey, well done to the biking community your rally looks awesome guys

[@thomasdaniel5308]

Good stuff and nice work!

[@HOWBAZARY]

The footage is epic, amazing part of the country.

[@duzer]

Thanks Clinton, I had never been to Idaho before and LOVED it

[@stephenbrown5844]

Loving the videos Ryan. Keep them up you two♥️😁👍

[@duzer]

You know it!

[@Papanewbs]

Now that was different! Loved it. Keep safe!

[@normanmitchell9536]

I really enjoyed watching that !

[@dimrub]

Ryan, I loved many of your vids I've seen, but with this one you've taken your work a whole level up! Great work, keep it up.

[@2690Aschill]

Really great episode, very inspiring. So far my favorite of the series, can’t wait to see more!

[@johnnydoe66]

Definitely enjoyed this vlog, I have known numerous motorcycle club members over the years and they are nothing like what most of the world stereotypes them as. Always friendly, giving me a wave, and plenty a room as they pass.

[@jackshults9197]

Beautiful scenery excellent interview keep the wheels rolling have fun you guys✌️

[@skippylippy547]

I really loved this video! ^5

[@scottargyle3798]

Ryan and Ali, the real bikers Sturgis biker rally is August 3rd through the 12th Thanks for another great video

[@SuperJaz1959]

Hi Ryan, I meet you on one of your bike trips when you came through Mesilla, NM. I am really enjoying watching your videos. They are so beautifully done and the candid interviews about love are so touching. Thanks so much!

[@duzer]

Joyce Zimmer Joyce!!! I’ll never forget meeting you in Mesilla! How’s your cafe doing? Thanks for following along. Hope life is treating you well.

[@fiets901]

Best one yet!

[@spikester40]

It was such fun to meet you 2 in Mackay!! Thank you for showing the world how awesome these people are and how much good they good!! Come see us again sometime and best of luck and safe travels to both of you!!!

[@duzer]

spikester40 it was great meeting all of you! For sure the highlight of the trip!!! Have a great summer and see you down the road.

[@petertobey603]

Got behind watching your trip. Wonderful piece of trip. Thank you.

[@Lizerator]

Wonderful! Love the interviews

[@duzer]

Thanks, such a great group of people

[@daryl906]

What amazing people

[@keithwaltersphotography]

Thanks for all the great videos!

[@sidraval3688]

Great videos Ryan, the journey looks amazing! Wish you two safe riding!

[@MrJaree]

I ride a HD and a Trek. Two wheels are always better than four with or without a motor.

[@LarryMullins111]

Recently discovered your journey and am loving it. Possible destination that you and Aly might enjoy is Medora, ND and the Theodore Roosevelt NP...awesome area and plenty of buffalo. Ride safe

[@nikamo6853]

Love your vlog!!!!! You actually got me to ride my bicycle this year after so many years!!!! Enjoy your awesome adventure! Can't wait for another vlog!!!!

[@duzer]

Mo N awesome!! Hope you’re loving it!

[@lostman65]

great video guys! “i’m being honest... it’s a documentary!!” lol.

[@twowheelslater7112]

When I think of Idaho for some reason potatoes are the only thing that comes to mind. I never would have dreamed it was that beautiful there.

[@duzer]

twowheelslater was a surprise to me too!

[@randysmith6493]

That was unique and extremely well filmed, great Job. I do not know how you can fly that drone through canyons while watching the, riding the bike, blinded by the sun and dark phone screen, you’re doing really well. I crash my Mini2 just standing still in the shade.

[@duzer]

Thanks!! This was such a unique event

[@kevinbraden9445]

Great video keep them coming , beautiful out there

[@jackfarris7056]

Hey the fellow that spoke of instant gratification in a relationship was wearing a Rochester MN cap. I grew up and did a lot of trout fishing in that part of the state of MN ... Ya Sure... you Betch-ya.

[@inkjob12]

loving your video travels. Im in Wells, Nevada today, Grand Junction Colorado tomorrow and then off to Silverton Colorado. Going to partake in running Kendal Mountain on Saturday and then next week possibly volunteering for the HardRock 100 mile foot race. To bad you two are not further South...would have loved to meet you two. Safe travels and like they say...keep the rubber side down

[@JTFOSSO]

Well done duz. 2 wheels 1 love

[@jojobuldog5622]

I ride TRIUMPH & TREK. Bikes are good for the soul. Love the video!

[@christieclaypool7667]

This series is amazing. I'm watching this knowing that your relationship has ended (maybe...🤔👀) and that doesn't even matter. This series, and how you interviewed all of these different people, really resonates.

[@duzer]

Thanks, we loved meeting all these people and sharing their stories...and we’re still friends, so that’s cool

[@christieclaypool7667]

@@duzer I feel like the title "Love Cycles" has levels of meaning that go beyond just a relationship between two people. Maybe it's also cycles of life and the love you have for people within those different cycles.....🤔 It's got me thinking for sure. That's good that you all are still friends. I'm new to your channel and I'm really enjoying the videos. I know these take a ton of work to create. Thanks for the great content. 😊👍

[@duzer]

Exactly! The name represents a lot of things. I’m so glad that you’re enjoying the series.

[@SpikeBoarding]

Reminds us of the time we did a time trail on the bike path from Glen Falls, NY to Lake George, NY and as we popped out of the path and into the Lake area we ran right into the Americade Moto festival that we had no idea was going to be there. One camera bike and one SpikeBoarding athlete and there we were in a town filled, and I mean filled as in perhaps about 50,000 people and 25-35k Moto machines. They were riding big motors and we had become them. Mostly Canadians that came down. Same deal, rodeo events and every one committed to a passionate life. Loads of passion to invest smoke and drink booze which permeated our youthful passions. Folks kept asking us tons of questions. We just kept replying "Oh sure we drink whisky only in reverse!" We kept marveling at there machines and they kept looking at our legs! You all want to ever revisit an epic Moto fest, Lake George Americade. Make sure to bring an inflatable SUP and tandem the lake as the sun sets as the horse power roars all around. Sublime living as we smile at death, each in our own chosen ways.

[@PathfinderGregg]

Another cool video. Ryan, I know you guys are finding your route as you go but given the amazing scenery and lack of traffic and it would be great if you guys would post a map of the best roads on your trip.

[@bulldozer7656]

Awesome...

[@jocelynvandevelde3834]

Oh yeah, totally makes me want to watch Pee-Wee's Big Adventure ;)

[@duzer]

Jocelyn Vande Velde Best movie ever!

[@gary62or45]

Great

[@jeffkatzer]

What a hoot!

[@m_collins]

You should do Ragbrai if you come through Iowa - Last week in July. The county fair on wheels.

[@dasaptaerwin]

Hi Ryan I just started cycling and running, then I found your youtube channel. and I love cycling more than yesterday. Even though you and Ali are not together anymore, thank you. You have spread a lot of inspiration. Greetings from Indonesia. Send me news if you decide touring here. --- Btw I wrote this comment entirely in Indonesian using Google Translate, and this was the original Indonesian version. Hi Ryan Saya baru memulai bersepeda dan lari, lalu saya menemukan kanal youtube kamu. dan saya mencintai bersepeda lebih dari kemarin. Walaupun kamu dan Ali sudah tidak bersama lagi, terima kasih. Kamu telah menyebarkan banyak inspirasi. Salam dari Indonesia. Kirimi saya kabar kalau kamu memutuskan untuk melakukan touring ke sini.

[@duzer]

Hello my friend! Thanks for watching my videos. I wish you all the best on your cycling journeys!

[@lemonjuice3551]

8:34 Pedro: 'The Realist'

[@avishekghosh6020]

Ya it was 101 in Boulder yesterday and we got in a car accident and we had to wait outside.

[@sgeorge3167]

Looking forward to the veggie dog bike rodeo in boulder....

[@duzer]

S George I’m gonna plan it!

[@sgeorge3167]

Loving the videos Duzer!

[@joesupplebruns262]

ALI & DUZER REUNION POR FAVOR

[@davidcamp9119]

Love the continuing vlogs. Want to know what type and width of tires you’re on on those checkpoints? Also what seats you’re loggin all those miles on?

[@markwhite4295]

Fun, fun, fun. Very cool rodeo. Bikers have been cool to me on my bike as others have mentioned. Shouldn't judge a book by the cover. Years ago when I was a police officer on vacation I dropped my wallet at a fast food place. Didn't realize it until I had gone back to hotel. Remembered a knarly looking biker when I was eating. I went to the local police station to report my lost wallet and they had it. Turns out the biker found it and took it to the police station. He left his number for me to call. Turns out his dad was an officer too.

[@duzer]

Jake From State Farm what an awesome story!

[@mancello]

Central casting from a bad biker movie.😀

[@misadventureswiththemartys312]

Wow, @ 356 that dude's hat says Rochester, Mn. and I think it's a Hawk and Sons Construction. I'm live in Rochester and have seen that construction company. Crazy.

[@duzer]

WHat a small world!

[@roybreshears1891]

Holy Crap, two years later I see this comment!! That was me with the hat. Got it from a fella on a hunting trip in the mountains of eastern Idaho In about 2014. He and his crew came from MN to hunt the mighty elk... Small world!!

[@biketothetop]

Ryan and Ali, "drink heavily and hump alot" @ 8:15 ...just drink water juice, and milk for your trip and tell us if that works too!