The Sun Came Out!-Bikepacking the Length of Sweden-Episode 4

[@reedpotts5583]

As an American living in northern Minnesota, I am surprised with the similarities! Calm lakes, mosquitoes, deer crossing the road, thick pine Forrest’s, and iron mining. You can almost tell no difference between Northern Sweden and Duluth Minnesota where I am located. It’s no wonder my Swedish ancestors moved to Minnesota when they came to America!

[@bckhntr31]

I spent quite a bit of time in Denmark and it reminded me of being in rural Minnesota.

[@MrFelixify]

I think that's why the Scandinavian immigrants went to Minnesota.

[@duzer]

How do you like my singing? Should I try out for American Idol?? 😂😂 Also, Follow Bike Touring Mike here youtube.com/@BikeTouringMike

[@kalin83]

yes please. But only if u sing "Oh Boy":P

[@jimb2427]

If someone wrote an opera where the main part was belting out Ole Ole Ole I think you'd be perfect for the role

[@marc_aussie]

You really do help your viewers maintain a sense of faith in humanity when you meet these locals in Sweden, Mexico, Africa, or wherever you are.

[@duzer]

I've learned that there's a lot of good people all over the world, and meeting them is my favorite part of traveling. Looks like you're Australian...I need to go there someday!

[@marc_aussie]

@@duzer yep, an Aussie but live near Boulder

[@edzeppelin933]

Yessss! Come to Australia Ryan!

[@BikeTouringMike]

So pumped for this! Can't wait for what the next couple of episodes will hold. Hopefully a lot less mosquitoes, 'cause that campground was swamped with them.

[@duzer]

The world is ready for more BIKE TOURING MIKE!!

[@stephenmorton8017]

Great to see two legendary long distance spokesman cranking out some miles together.

[@COYSMike]

Very much looking forward to your point of view too Mike. What a team!

[@pannkukas]

me2. Love how the mood improves with a little less rain and a little less mosquito torment. That's how it is in the north.

[@JakebMiller]

So awesome seeing yall two meet up. Two of my fav bike packers.

[@mathiasthelander7834]

Hearing a man from Colorado riding trough the norther wild singing a Peps Persson song is not something I knew I needed to hear until today!

[@duzer]

Haha!! Love Peps

[@cirkuscederstrom]

Can only attest to this. That was amazing. I'm gonna sing peps tomorrow returning to work after 8 wks off. Your swedish is on point Ryan!

[@folkert]

You’re one happy Duzer. Got curious about your encounter with the white reindeer, and read this: “For the Sámi, white reindeer have extra special meanings. They believe they have magical powers. In fact, the Sámi believe if you catch a white reindeer, you will be blessed with wealth, luck, and happiness. In other stories, a great white reindeer created the world.”

[@glennpettersson9002]

Mosquitos are Mozzies, I hope that helps with your "good luck" rhyme 😃

[@elephantjournal]

This ep could be titled, "I'm so glad I didn't stay in that hotel, after all" ;)

[@Mokkel73]

Laughing my a...off at hearing you singing classic Swedish summer songs. You Peps Persson was immaculate!

[@duzer]

Oh boy!! 😂😂😂

[@Mokkel73]

Åh Boy! :-) @@duzer

[@AKCobra1120]

Hi Ryan. I'm not sure if you'll see this or not, but I just wanted to let you know that your videos inspired me to "Get out there". I'm 60 years old with bad knees, a cranky back, and a bit of "extra energy", so I know I'll never be able to do the things you do. At first that was holding me back from jumping in, but as I watched more of your videos I realized... It's not about doing what you can do, it's about doing what I can do. So I got myself an ebike, and now I go out riding every day I can. Nothing too epic, 20-30 mile rides on paved roads and trails, but I absolutely love it. I'll never ride the Baha divide or bikepack the length of Sweeden, but nothing's gonna stop me from doing the things I CAN do, and having fun doing it. Thank you for your videos and for your wonderful and inspiring attitude toward life. I just wanted you to know that at least one person took your advice and "Got out there" :)

[@briantruck2284]

Safe travels ✌️

[@Torsan1977]

Tack Ryan för att du delar dessa videos med oss!

[@duzer]

Tack sa mycket for att du tittar pa mina filmer!!

[@brandong8650]

You are authentically being you and doing what you love while being kind to others. What is the net result of that? The best bikepacking videos on KZbin!

[@lennonfargon505]

13:20 It take a lot to get there, to a place of feeling content with whatever life throws at you. Your attitude is killer and inspiring!

[@duzer]

Aww, thank you! A lot of experience has gotten me to this point

[@smekkes]

Been a long time since I waited for a channel to release new episodes! Keep up the good work. / Best regards Nick from Skåne.

[@duzer]

Hej Nick!! Skåne är bäst !!

[@evanlouis8853]

I love you, Ryan And your videos bring me joy. But I have to tell you, seeing you hunkered down in a tent in the rain and being devoured by mosquitoes also brings me joy. Go figure.

[@lancecrawley9542]

My two favorite KZbin celebrities in one place! Excited for the possibilities!!!

[@duzer]

You’ll see a lot of Mike in the next episode

[@TheSweMachine]

Watching this about 50 meters away from Lappstaden. Go Ryan!

[@duzer]

No way!! That's crazy. Love your town

[@Pankajkumar20205]

Someone get this man a sun...Much love Ryan

[@Ok_Rouleur]

Hello, I’m riding my bike in Uzbekistan right now ☀️🥵Your videos always give me a morale boost. You do capture the emotions and philosophy of bike touring ! I hope to cross paths one day…

[@duzer]

Oh wow!! Enjoy your adventure, sounds amazing

[@waltquandt6226]

I recognize Mike from some of the older Bicycle Touring Pro episodes touring with Darren Alf. Good to see that he is doing well and still getting out there!

[@Azrael-xl3jl]

It's so surreal hearing you sing songs that I haven't heard for 25 years. You are like a bundle of nostalgia going through Sweden 😂 Would've been fun meeting up, I am also a biker.

[@daveg8212]

My, what a difference a little sunshine makes!

[@cherlgolja5402]

OMG your so funny 😂love you singing in Swedish 😂

[@duzer]

hahaha, it's fun!

[@WheelsonaBike]

Two of my favourite KZbinrs together! Can't wait for the next episode. Glad you had a great day, Ryan.

[@slowp100]

I am a faithful follower of Bike Touring Mike. This ought to be good.

[@kennethenningsson8104]

When singing Peps Persson, it is a god video!

[@duzer]

You know it, he’s a legend 😂😂

[@davidlittle7182]

That Norrlänning looked terrified with your arm round his shoulder LOL

[@paulenright]

Yahoo! Get the popcorn popping love this series Ryan plus bike touring Mike doesn’t get better this 🚲🚲👏👏👏❤️

[@elephantjournal]

I love that painting at :55 so much! "Flowers on the Windowsill," by Carl Larsson--it was one of my months of my calendar, last year

[@duzer]

No way!!! What a coincidence

[@chrisbailey2861]

Soooo....making a comment on an episode I've already watched....yes...I'm watching again. 😊 Thank you for meeting up with bike touring Mike on this adventure. I subscribed to his channel and have really enjoyed it. More adventure. 😊

[@duzer]

Mike is so awesome!!!

[@saskhiker3935]

The lows make the highs so much more awesome!

[@duzer]

Yes they do!!

[@nathansharp3193]

9:29 I was a snowmaker about 20 miles (as the crow flies west) from your hometown. That is a very large pile of manmade snow that doesn't look very well maintained for skiing. I would bet a beer that the snow pile is the community's water reservoir for the summer. It could be for crop irrigation and/or drinking water. And if it's not against the local law, I bet people make turns on that snow until it melts.

[@leninmercedes6567]

Love all your videos. I’m glad you never loose your passion for riding❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@geby590]

Cool, when you see the third withe reindeer, your days are counting down, old Sami myth:) Dont be afraid, I have seen a lot of them and still alive:)

[@duzer]

Ooh, that’s an interesting myth! I’m glad you’re still here :)

[@jimcahill6330]

This is a great series, Ryan. And Mike hooked you up - beans and chocolate. Fuel!

[@duzer]

He’s the man!!

[@jalexandus]

Love this series. Your Swedish is great!

[@duzer]

Tack så mycket

[@ITSBIGBOY]

Ryan thank you so much for taking us along on your Swedish adventure…so grateful friend

[@duzer]

And thank you for following the journey!

[@malwoanders]

Sunshine! A very rare event in schweden in my experience! I went from Finnland to Denmark via Sweden in July and it was awfull 🌧️🌧️🌧️🌧️🌧️🌧️🌧️🦟🦟🦟🦟🦟

[@duzer]

When it happens, it's GLORIOUS!!

[@malwoanders]

@@duzer True!!! ☀️

[@chrlmlln9018]

Dear, Ryan, (kära Ryan) you are such a wonderful giver of helpful inspiration to get out there, and do some serious and fun cycling! As me living in Sweden, it is more than a joy to listen to your Swedish speaking skills! Thank you a ton for your sharing of all your unique bike packing adventures both in USA, and elsewhere on Earth! May God keep you both safe and immensely richly blessed together with your whole family and loved ones and great friends! Många varma hälsningar från Sverige! Du är så bra, Ryan! Jag är så glad att jag fann din YT-channel! Gud välsigne dig och alla dina nära och kära! PS. Så fint att du sjunger för oss! Bra där!! 💝💖❣💯❣💖💝👌👍👍👍💪🚴‍♂🦌🌲🌲🌲🌲🌲 Skog, skog och mera skog! ☺😊🙂

[@duzer]

Tack så mycket, du är sa snäll! Jag verkligen älskar Sverige!

[@samhklm]

Oh my, the opening drone shot must be 300 feet up and there are ....mosquitos buzzing by? Bless your work on ride.

[@duzer]

They never left me alone 😂😂

[@harrygrimley4352]

Im so happy you finally got some better weather. Mike is awesome. Ive watched a few of his trips. Beautiful.

[@rabh6746]

I'm glad the weather was finally kind to you Ryan, it was very much needed 👍We are getting some really awful weather here in Scotland also but I got a really nice day last Wednesday and made the most of it with a stunning 70 mile ride👌I hope you and Mike have a fantastic ride together, can't wait to see the next episode👍

[@duzer]

You'll see lots of Mike in the next episode!!

[@LookingBackAdventures]

Another beautiful ride AND🌞🌞🌞! Let's not forget beans. It looks like I need to move to Sweden and start a Frijoles company 😊

[@duzer]

Please do! 😂😂

[@RoadyPacking-CyclingAdventures]

Great sentiments Ryan!! Isn't it great how things always have a way of working out, as long as we keep moving forward 🚵🏕

[@bdcash]

The exits from the German motorways are signposted AUSFAHRT, which always made me chuckle

[@erik....]

There are many different farts on the roads in Sweden.. Infart, Utfart, Avfart, Påfart, Tillfart :)

[@Exodai-Academy]

Love your videos Ryan. You kind of motivated me to start bike packing as well. Did East to West coast USA as my first trip in 2022. Took me 2 months but best experience of my life. Next trip will be Japan. for 4 weeks. Thank you for motivating me and thank you for getting me a new Hobby

[@HeadPack]

Such a lovely idea to hook up with Mike.Have seen some of his videos. Comes across as a nice, humble guy, who appreciates adventure as much as you appear to.

[@duzer]

He's a really good guy, you'll see much more of him in the next episode

[@maxmz3243]

Älskar dina videos! Och så himla kul att du cyklar genom Sverige! 😁 ❤

[@tommyamaya4254]

You had this buddy all along

[@iingeeb]

Haha you are talking about the sun and an add pubbs up with : you don't need the sun! (To dry your laundry)

[@harminframe]

So cool to see Mike has got the same bike as I do, I really love my tank. Great vid again!

[@1helluvawomen]

22:00 My brain won’t left me comprehend that it’s 11pm with all that day light!!!😯😯

[@duzer]

It's so crazy!!

[@hemaccabe4292]

Ryan, we depend on you for your authenticity. If we want to follow your example, an honest report of the issues is critical. Even if we can never follow, knowing we're getting an honest report is what makes living the experience vicariously through you have meaning. Please whine. Please don't whitewash. If I watch some sort of travel channel show, I know they're paid to be there with a crew. There's no authenticity. They won't be honest about problems. Your value is that you're real which makes you more valuable than all those travel channel hosts put together.

[@Edzelito]

Yes Yes Yes... Im waiting for you`re new upload every time Thanks...

[@bennetthasty7886]

I love Mike’s Norway 🇳🇴 bikepacking videos ❤

[@PumpkinVillage]

Guess you showed those mosquitos. Now two of my favorite bike touring you tubers are together. This will be awesome. Glad you had some good weather. Thanks for the video and take care, Al

[@duzer]

You'll see a lot more of Mike in the next episode!

[@mken4740]

Give us the Ragbrai goods Duzer! 😍🤙

[@Alex_Riddles]

Your story about the bumble bees reminded me of my first word in French and the circumstances that lead it. Pleasant memories. Beurre D'arachide, by the way.

[@duzer]

Oh cool! Those first words that we learn in another language always have a story

[@rodneyjones3376]

Started following Mike !

[@sylpascale7673]

Ryan, you are the best......so happy for better weather for you

[@trackstar2012nike]

Yes! Another episode! Thank you!

[@RoaminRob]

The other biker had been there since last year just to meet you 😂😂 watching YT and waiting 😂

[@wisecherry]

This is how it is - without bad/negative we wouldn't know how to appreciate good/positive :) So thanks to the rainy weather the sunny weather became even more enjoyable :)

[@MrTorbenAnd]

Great as usual! Like synd bara att du gör det så fort! Finns så mycket kvar för dig att upptäcka i Sverige och visa upp på youtube! Hoppas du hinner sakta ner när du kommer till Dalarna!

[@duzer]

Jag älskar Dalarna!!

[@johnnylamuelo2102]

Ryan you are a huge inspiration, thank you from the bottom of my heart. Your videos have inspired me to get out and enjoy nature.

[@TravelRunner]

I'm very much enjoying this series, Ryan! Great work!

[@duzer]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@kristiwiley8413]

The book is amazing - I loved it 😊

[@seattlegrrlie]

Kona! Washington representation all the way in Sweden!!! That's so awesome

[@duzer]

Yep!! He loves that bike

[@iclimbrocks100]

As someone who is in their mid 30's and feeling old and rickety,you give inspiration

[@Vaasmios]

Swedish fish are most likely made with lingon berries . So you can find them sorta everywhere

[@konsticraft1028]

I am currently touring along the Rhine and wish the sun wouldn't come out. The heat is unbearable.

[@martinmann8115]

You are the Bob Ross of bikepacking!

[@jirisebek1577]

Hello. Greetings from the Czech Republic. I watch your videos as we ride too and they are very inspiring. If you have ever cycled through the Czech Republic, North Moravia to be precise. So we would like to welcome you to our home.

[@duzer]

I would love to visit someday!

[@davidpemberton6955]

Thanks!

[@duzer]

Thank YOU for your generosity

[@Windingify]

Again, thansk for putting all that love on Scandinavia, Ryan! Amazing. And I love that you got the Skånska accent!

[@wherecondorssoar7175]

'What a difference a day makes'. My dad used to say that. He died when I was an early teen, but I do recall him saying that - among other things. He used to also say that 'tomorrow is another day'. I just recall it as being very hopeful. I really enjoyed this video Ryan. I have been enjoying this series very much. Thank you!

[@hemaccabe4292]

Bring it Baby!

[@kevbutler81]

Iv been busy and havent kept up😣 but on the plus i have to catch up 😊. Shows you the world we live in when a an interesting entertaining intelligent talent guy cycling 1000s of miles for our entertainment only have 55k views and catch out side girl, flick my hair back got 5+millon 🙈🙉🙊 very sad. That chewing gum brain is work 50mil! Mind blowing to me.

[@duzer]

I hear you, but I’m pretty happy with what I’ve got here. Very grateful

[@Elkatraz]

Man I can't wait to see when you finally enter the southern half of Sweden, specifically Västra Götaland. Been loving this adventure so far and I look forward to seeing more! Maybe bring John and Mira next time!

[@AGooseInSweden]

Funny - I'm personally really enjoying him going around the north and don't look forward to him going beyond Jämtland and Härjedalen!

[@wojOttawa]

Permanent 5 star rating for Ryan

[@elijahkraatz9700]

I live in the northeast and do a lot of canoe trips in Canada. Man, when the mosquitoes are bad like I saw in your video, it drives me absolutely crazy! I was surprised how few mosquitoes there were on the GDMBR in Alberta and BC. I highly recommend riding that section for a future trip. It was by far my favorite part of the entire route. Tons of great singletrack, and amazing scenery! Loving your videos as I sit here in Denver waiting for my connecting flight home. ❤

[@duzer]

I hope to ride the GDMBR again next summer!! Glad to hear that they’re not many mosquitoes up there :) safe travels home

[@elijahkraatz9700]

@@duzer Thanks Duzer! BTW, I sang a few Ole’s on my trip in your honor 🤓. Thanks for the inspiration! I would not have made it happen without the inspiration from you, Iohan, and John and Mira.

[@fujifatbike5793]

The Legend meets The Man! A big admirer of you both, much respect. So stoked for the coming episodes. Peace out ✌.

[@jddallager1699]

Another Doozy of a Duzer! Ryan: Your linguistic talents (Spanish and Swedish) are incomparable ..... especially in the time interval since you were in Sweden. Connecting in their language with the residents of the country you're visiting, even if only at the "Good Day, Good Evening, How are you, Thank you" level in their language is truly an icebreaker and respect- and friendship-building effort that promotes the USA, not to mention yourself, in a wonderful way. You're a great ambassador for America!

[@markmartello]

Thanks Ryan!

[@timobesamusca9332]

Great to see you do a tour in Europe! I didn’t know the European Divide yet…looks like a great experience! I also follow Mike’s channel, both of you are very inspiring and makes me want to go biking 🚴 Did part of the NC500 in april this year, a great route and a beautiful adventure!

[@jamiepearson1313]

if there was a Nobel for resilience and positivity you would be a shoe in. I look forward to the coming videos of Sweden, cheers

[@hordboy]

I have the same bike as Mike! Even the same color. 👍🚵😃

[@2wheelsrbest327]

Enjoying this series Ryan. Interesting to see just like you did Mike's now using a bike with straight bars rather than drops.Might try that myself. Stay safe you two.

[@duzer]

I'm much more comfortable on straight bars!

[@arowe231]

BIG high five back at yea! Loving the trip videos!

[@peterschuttinga3961]

So if Infart is entrance, outfart is exit???? Loving this series, keep em coming

[@johnleenane4571]

Enjoyed the singing ryan, always raises the spirits. Love mike, such a gentle guy and always makes amazing videos. Top man 👍

[@albertoguerra3351]

These videos are sooooo good!😅👏🚴‍♂️

[@rolk9581]

Glad to see the sun come out Ryan! That was getting hard to watch you suffer during all that rain while all the other cycling KZbinrs were enjoying the summer sunshine 🌞

[@andrew_gardner]

I believe Ikea(in the USA) sells a lingonberry juice concentrate. We used to get a bottle every time we would go to Ikea when I was a kid.

[@duzer]

Oh cool!

[@YewtBoot]

Fun video! Here in Alaska, lingonberries are called low-bush cranberries. You may have eaten some on your visit here, though they ripen quite late.

[@duzer]

Oh cool!!

[@annv4338]

Glad to see the Wisconsin State Bird stayed in Sweden this year. 😂 We haven’t had any mosquitoes here this year and I mean none. Hopefully they don’t arrive in the Fall. Enjoy your trip Ryan.

[@mauritzallberg7302]

Thank you so much for your vlog. Nice see my contry where never been😂

[@duzer]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Happy_Biker]

The BEST day, to make up for the others.

[@Rlaplante73]

So enjoyed your Day 4 adventure. Great content!

[@duzer]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@keithspangler4814]

Ryan, decided to watch another Episode as I prepare to leave on my adventure tomorrow. Thanks for helping me veg out.