We Made it to New York City! Ryan and Ali Bike Across America-Ep 34

After 2.5 months of riding across the USA, Ali and I finally make it to our goal, New York City. The route to NYC takes us 100 miles from New Paltz, all the way to Brooklyn Heights. Most of the ride is on beautiful rail trails.
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]

Thank you all for your kind messages and sweet words of support! It was an honor to share our journey across the country with you. I thought I'd post this video in case any of you didn't know how Ali and I met. It's a fun little video, kzbin.info/www/bejne/rWPPpoqifd6cqKM

[@duzer]

Hey everyone! This is the first time doing a ‘Premiere ‘ the video goes live tomorrow morning at 9am mtn time. I’ll be here ready to chat with all of you!

[@countingcoup]

Congrats on a successful ride and new beginnings 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 Once the dust settles, it will be interesting to see what adventure’s you two will put together!

[@Rizzimandar]

I had been waiting for the live event, but I was confused about the timing since I live on the other side of the planet. And I fell asleep when it aired ( it was midnight time over here). Well, anyway I enjoy your adventures very much and looking forward to watching some more.

[@mhernandez4576]

Every single day....you lived a dream and inspired so many of us....THANK YOU!!!

[@duzer]

Thank you for watching!

[@GatorDwight]

My wife and I turn 61 in July. We have shared a lot of adventure together since we were 12 years old. I’m so lucky to have her in my life. Although we have never shared sure a adventure as you two on your cross country ride, we did “live it” with you and enjoyed your love of life and freedom. We are not able to explore our country right now because for the last 18 years we have been taking care of my mother in law who has major medical issues and as I write this I am setting in her room at rehab from her latest fall. Travel just isn’t in the books right now. So thank you for documenting and sharing your journey. We live on a small island in southwest Florida and I do get to ride my bike 5 or so days a week and each time I have done so lately I think about your journey and the smiles and tears I’ve had following you. God Bless you both. Thank you!

[@duzer]

Thank you for sharing your story, amazing that you've known your wife for so long, no THAT'S a love story! GIve your wife and mother in law a hug from us!

[@gbahde]

I actually cried. It's like coming to an end of your favorite book, stories and characters and you don't want it to end. But you’re real people, with real journeys that took us all to places we didn't know existed. What an amazing experience to follow the both of you. After every episode I try and ride my bicycle and eat ice cream. ( that should be a Tee shirt ) I hope that means I am in your cult lol. Congratulations on the trip, the show, your relationship and just doing life well and full of love. Thank you. Glen

[@duzer]

Glen!!! Thanks for your kind words...this trip was amazing on so many levels. And glad that we could inspire you to ride and eat ice cream, it's like you were right there with us!

[@TrentSiggard]

I second this. I've been watching an episode or two a day and then i go ride my bike!

[@dennisdownes9319]

"I have fought the good fight, I have finished the course, I have kept the faith;"

[@88blackandwhite88]

Amen, brother! What a journey!

[@OGMrShogan]

ryan your videos bring tears to my eyes everytime... KEEP BEING BEAUTIFUL BRO

[@duzer]

Thanks my friend, sending you hugs from Boulder!

[@conanfa18]

Ryan and Ali. First off, congratulations on your amazing accomplishment. Most importantly, in strengthening your love and relationship as an unbreakable team! Secondly, for completing the trek across our great nation. I haven’t really watched the news these past 3 months! I have experienced the news about America through the Ryan and Ali adventure. Yours is the true story of these UNITED STATES...the reality of the people who we really are...Despite the strife and ugliness of how the TV portrays us. Thank you two for reminding us of our potential. Your ARE true Patriots!!! Best of Luck, and please never break up!!! Much Love!!!

[@duzer]

Thanks! It was always our goal to get in touch with the soul of this country, and I think that we did that...thanks for following along!

[@Zookzookzook13]

Ali's speech at the end made me cry. Yes, the belief in the good of people. It clearly showed in all the folks along the way on this incredible adventure. Thank you, Ryan and Ali, for sharing this. It was so much more than a bike ride. It was a testament to the power of love.

[@melissadidericksen3024]

Yes, our country is definitely full of great people no matter what. I hope that we can all keep that in mind even in the ugly times.

[@fernandosegui1]

There is a lot of excitement when you shout early in the morning "it´s a beautiful day" that is the best start!!!!

[@duzer]

Couldn't agree more!

[@treyquattro]

thanks Ryan and Ali for making such a superb series and introducing us to the positivity and goodness that is the human tapestry across such a huge continent.

[@timlong2291]

My wife and love you two. What a great experience you shared with the world. Thank you for your sharing....

[@duzer]

Thanks Tim, give you wife a big hugs from us!! happy trails

[@ZoranRajak]

A few days ago, I found your videos about cycling around the US. Today I finished watching the 34th episode and words are not enough to express my emotions. You and Ali (I know you broke up) are wonderful, you easily won my heart. The people who appear in the videos are very interesting, their stories touch the heart. And video editing is at a very high level, everything, from recordings to music, is done very professionally. I wish you all the best.

[@natefeldman5861]

You guys are absolutely incredible and special people. It was such a privilege to watch and join along. I am 250 miles from New Orleans, riding down the Mississippi from northern Minnesota. Ryan, you have been my biggest inspiration for this trip. From hospital bed and two surgeries to 1600+ miles on a bike, your videos have encouraged me the whole way. Looking forward to more great adventures from you both and lots of love from Port Gibson, MS!

[@duzer]

WOW! I've always wanted to ride that route, have you loved it? Your story is very inspiring, congratulations and enjoy your last miles of the adventure. Cheers my friend!

[@natefeldman5861]

Ryan Van Duzer thank you!! Means so much :) The ride has been incredible. It is not the most scenic route in many places (most of the scenic riding was actually in my home state of Minnesota), but the people have made the trip. I have ridden past some incredible poverty in the Mississippi Delta (and incredible culture and food!), as well as parts of Missouri, Arkansas, and Tennessee. But, people are resilient and so giving, even when they have little to nothing. Anyhow, I hope we can meet one day in person. If you are ever back in MN, you are always welcome! All the best

[@Hobomountainwander]

It's really to see a transformative journey. The Erie canal and many of the bike trails you rode on, are now part of the 900 mile Empire path, from Buffalo to NYC.

[@palexander2288]

My wife and I have been watching you two from the beginning .With each episode you would make us smile and feel very good inside (like a yummy bean burrito). So excited for tomorrow yet so sad to see it end.

[@jolenejones5038]

So much love ❤

[@duzer]

Did you say yummy bean burrito?? Yumm!! Thanks so much for your kind words. Sending you big hugs from Boulder!

[@inkjob12]

NO !!!!!! It cant be over....now what am I going to watch ? Love you two and I have enjoyed your adventure so much. Im so bummed the ride is over I think Ill go eat a bean and nutella burrito. Love you both....

[@laurisoza]

`Randy Cuffaro , right?! I’m rewatching the Baja series 😊

[@duzer]

haha, burritos will help soothe the pain. Stay tuned for more buddy!

[@inkjob12]

@@duzer I see you ran with a friend of mine at the Javalina 100...Chris Butcher. He was stoked that he met you and Ali. LOL you two and Im looking forward to more adventures...Take care

[@daliaflores15]

When she said “I am so lucky to have found you” it gave me chills

[@marvinluther7534]

@Adam Leovick so you dont know the outcome of this bitchstory???

[@morehiways]

I feel like my favorite television show has aired its last episode. Thank you so much for sharing your adventure. For the first time in my life I can honestly say I want to visit Iowa.

[@duzer]

Iowa is pretty special...and I'm with you, I had no idea before going there and seeing it first hand.

[@alexharris5985]

Love, joy, & peace...amen! Thanks u 2🍦🍦😊

[@duzer]

Thanks Alex!

[@MrJaree]

You guys inspire me not to just to do things like ride my bike but to love people where they are and how they are. You two are teaching a valuable lesson for anyone willing to pay attention. Thank you and as I have said many times, everyone needs to see this.

[@duzer]

Thanks Jack! We lead with love, and it has always lead to strong relationships. Be it with family, or total strangers

[@redgar6467]

Thanks for the series. Wife and I enjoyed watching together.

[@duzer]

Thanks for watching Edgar! GIve your wife a hug from us

[@larryballard4475]

Your chronicles are full of optimism, creativity, adventure and an acceptance drowned with love and....well ice cream. What could be better. Thanks for sharing.

[@duzer]

Love and ice cream, what more is there in life?

[@Papanewbs]

Ryan and Ali, my wife (31 years) and I LOVED LOVE CYCLES! I have lost 150 pounds over the past year. I have done it by riding my bike and walking. Your videos have kept me inspired. I was so inspired that I booked a bike tour for May to ride the trails throughout Wisconsin. Good luck to the both of you. We can’t wait for your next project. Congratulations!

[@duzer]

So cool!! Congrats on the weight loss, and for booking for bike trip in Wisconsin. you will love that state! HUgs to you from Colorado

[@harrygrimley4352]

Wow. Words don't do it justice. Thanks for sharing

[@tkbuz]

Congratulations! I'm so happy that I was able to watch this adventure unfold and share all of the smiles and laughs along the way. The two of you are very inspirational and you have touched a lot of people, through your fantastic video skills and willingness to share all of the emotions and adventure from your trip!

[@duzer]

Thanks Tim!

[@stevenhu202]

I used to take North/South Country trails every weekend when I lived in NYC for years .You took a good route. I am surprised Google was that smart!

[@duzer]

Yeah, google was pretty impressive this summer, always steered us to the less trafiky routes

[@amyquintero4870]

Cried like a baby watching this video! You guys are so inspiring with your beautiful attitudes and pure love and joy for each other, people, family, life, and adventure! I can't believe this trip is over! I'm really looking forward to seeing what other adventures are in store for you guys! I moved away from the USA as a kid after my family fell on hard times and have been living in Mexico, haven't had the opportunity to even come visit since childhood, I stumbled on your Baja videos and I was so awe-inspired that I went out and found some bike parts off of friends and some chop shops and started riding myself and haven't stopped since! Through your videos of all the wonderful people in Boulder I've made it a mission to make it out there with my family I've made here and we really want to be a part of what seems to be an amazing community of people! Watching this trip and seeing all the wonderful people you met cross country in the USA has really made me confident in the humanity and love I was afraid I wouldn't see after only seeing the USA through how the media depicts it (like Dana, oh man, she seems like the most amazing person in the world she has become a role model for me after the Cuba cycling trip, seriously haha)! Hope to be neighbors soon! Bless you and Ali and all your family and community!

[@amirman6]

Loved all the cross country bicycle episodes, we got to see beautiful small town America, the drone technology even make it awesome

[@1daddycoolman]

Bravo !!! So many people just dream of doing something and 99.999% of them will die without realizing it ... That we must show a lot of respect to your accomplishment... It’s not luck ,privilege, bless or else. In live if u don’t jump out of the nests you’ll never fly . It’s call determination.. Again Bravo !!!

[@duzer]

Thanks Denis! We jumped out of the nest and it was the best decision ever!

[@butikitoo6403]

truly inspiring, definitely helping to renew my faith in humanity, something sorely needed these days...much love to you both!

[@duzer]

I agree, we are feeling recharged after this beautiful journey!

[@tomtran9442]

Thank you for all the smiles and tears. I’m glad to have stumbled on to this vblog.

[@duzer]

I'm glad that you did too! Thanks for watching

[@dennisdownes9319]

Congratulations Ali and Ryan! You not only had the strength and courage to finish, but you dragged so many of "US" along the way. You narration, your energy, and your keen eye for beauty and editing made this a fantastic journey. Thank you! DD

[@duzer]

Thanks buddy! We loved sharing this journey with all of you

[@Shanecoffeyoutdoors]

I’m not crying... You’re crying. The work you have put into this whole experience to share with the world is beyond amazing, you’re effort is recognized. You two have showed the world what it’s like to be vulnerable at times and still finish the day off with a smile, even when you can clearly see, you don’t want to. The world needs this..more, not just the adventure but the Love, The backroads view of this country is the real heart of us all, thanks for the inspiration and as always, sharing a bit of yourselves with us. Allie, you are such a loving, kind person we’ve come to love your no BS honesty and your warm smile that clearly lights up Ryan’s Face. Shane

[@duzer]

I'm not crying, I promise!! haha. Thanks for following along my man, and glad that you enjoyed our little story.

[@charlieandpattisplace]

it's been fun. sad to see it end.

[@duzer]

Thanks Charlie!

[@salmonella508]

It’s more sad to see where they ended it. Didn’t bother to watch the video. Absolutely despise that human landfill.

[@erniecoil8375]

Congratulations and thanks for taking me vicariously along with you on this epic journey! Once again, can't say enough about the cinematography and your film editing abilities, as illustrated in the 34 phenomenal episodes produced in this adventure. First class! You wear your heart on your sleeve - keep that up. Continue spreading love, joy, peace, kindness - virtues of the Fruit of the Spirit. Goodness knows, we could all use a little more dieting on these fruits in these times! (And, of coarse, a few bean burritos!!) Wishing you and Ali a long lifetime of loving adventures ahead. And if you ever pass through lower Michigan again, know the Tim Horton's eats will be on me!

[@duzer]

awwww, thanks Ernie! Would love to sit down and have some Tim Horton's with you someday. Thanks for your kind words and happy Thanksgiving!

[@sandwalker2100]

Health & Love for ever Ali and Ryan. Thanks

[@aakew]

Thank you Ali and Ryan!

[@duzer]

Thank you Åke!!

[@anthonyakana4518]

Stories to smile about . Thank y’all Ryan and Ali ... NY...

[@RedfieldmediaCoUk]

Having watched all your Great Divide videos, then the Baja trips and now this, it's so sad you know you two don't make it. This playlist was a true love fest! As an editor myself, I know how much work it is to edit these videos together, and I really appreciate that. Thanks from Bristol, UK.

[@ski-do]

What a beautiful community you all built

[@duzer]

Thanks for being part of it!

[@leninmercedes6567]

What a beautiful video. Thank you so much for sharing it with us. ❤️❤️❤️❤️. Keep up the wonderful work. 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽. The route over the 225 street through Hudson River greenway is my favorite. I take it all the time. God Bless you both. 🥂 to a wonderful beautiful couple. Ryan and Ali. ❤️❤️❤️❤️.

[@duzer]

Thanks! We really loved riding the HUdson greenways

[@TBTurtleman]

Ryan and Ali, I am so glad to have met you, although you have not met me. I have just watched your trip across America last year and have to tell you that your story is one of inspiration and admiration. I live in the Shen Valley of Virginia and found your biking videos by watching your trip to Baja. My Son Adam who is currently about 320 miles from finishing the Baja Divide trail in La Paz. Who has been quite the adventurer since his college graduation back in 2014. That year he completed thru hiking the AT trail from Ge to ME in 102 days and the following summer he completed the PCT trail in 98 days. 2 years later him and his girlfriend decided to tackle the Great Divide on bikes (their first trip together), where he met 2 individuals from Boston who he is currently riding the Baja trip with. So your video series became very captivating and are so well put together. I never do much front end research about any of his trips as of recently until he leaves. The Baja trip was one that caused some sleepless nights for his Mother and I before he left but we sat and watched your Baja series together after i found it on You tube and i just wanted to tell you that most all of our fears were put to rest by your video series and how well you captured this area. So thanks so much for that!!! Now on to why I feel moved enough to write to you. Me and wife are married 32 years this year and always tried to be the outgoing adventure type of family, but life and all it's busyness make you get in the Coffee line so to speak so much more than you want to, but thru it all we managed to raise 2 boys who are now men that both have a special style about them and how they live their lives and it is so good to be in touch, either directly or thru something like You tube with what feels like Kindred spirits like you and Ali. I wish you all the best in everything you do and hope that you get to do it together forever. If you ever in the Virginia area especially the Shen Valley, where there is some epic biking by the way. we would love to have you stay in our little place by the creek and break some bread and get to know you. Not sure what the best way to get you my contact info safely, but just felt compelled to reach out to you with this short message. I have just recently followed you on Instagram and I am on there as well @ apptrail44. So glad for you both and wish you all the best of luck in the future. Take care my friend and best to luck in your next adventure!!!!

[@duzer]

Hello Brian!! Thank you for sharing with me, you sound like great parents, and you boys are my kinda guys. Baja was an incredible adventure, and I'm sure your son is loving it too. My mom was pretty worried as well, she's always a bit worried when I'm out on my own, but things always work out, even when they don't work out, ha!. I'll let you know if we're ever in your area, it would be fun to meet up! Thanks for watching my videos and hope that 2019 is treating you well!! Hugs from Boulder!

[@TBTurtleman]

@@duzer Great to hear back from you, we just heard from Adam yesterday, he made it to La Paz and is planning on making the circle around to Cabo, should be done in about a week. looking forward to hearing all about his trip upon his return home. Also looking forward to seeing where you are heading next, hope all is well with you and Ali. I wish you both all the luck and good mojo from Virginia to keep growing and hopefully finding the lasting recipe to stay together and make adventure trips forever. your positive message in these video series was right on time to help me thru a very grey Winter here on the east coast. Good things and take care!!

[@gravelsasquatch6430]

From the beginning to the end, all of your movies have been magical.. Loving kindness is the only way. May today and everyday here after be filled with lots of love, light and laughter. Thanks you for taking us along on the wonderful adventure.. Big hugs and hi5s to both you burrito eating love bugs!

[@duzer]

Burrito Eating love bugs!! love it. Hugs to you from Colorado

[@939Productions]

Ryan an Ali thanks for sharing this journey with the world. This shows that love really exists and everyone has that one person in the world. And thanks for making a grown man cry like a kid whilst looking at a video a stranger on the other side of the planet made. Earlier this year i commented on a video that you Ali were into Ryan on the first video you to made and look at you two now. Thanks for making everyone watching this believe in people and mostly in love it self.

[@duzer]

I take pride in making grown men cry :) And you called it about Ali in that first episode, that was before there was any hint of romantics! Hugs to you from Colorado

[@juliodelagarza1185]

up date: they broke, this shows that love dont exist, anyway they had a good time and enjoyed to the last drop.

[@lapz2001]

Yesssss! We did it!!

[@duzer]

We all did it together!

[@jasonbeer8413]

I'm sad to see this series come to an end. Thanks for letting us enjoy the experience with you.

[@duzer]

Thanks for joining us jason!

[@marybachmann]

Ryan and Ali, you two are pretty awesome and inspiring--so inspiring that I bought a trike to complete my fleet! Trek, Electra, Spike and I are waving from the west coast... Come back and see us sometime, LoveCycles! No crashies, no whammies, no flatties!

[@duzer]

Sweet! I love trikes, you can carry so much in them. happy trails

[@kengerbehy5805]

Thank you guys for such great videos . Retied now and got back in to biking again .after 40 years . I'm 62 now and retied .And i ride about 50's miles a day 5 days a week . I live in NJ and ride that path you did on the west side highway in NYC a lot !! Your cross county trip has been a dream of mine since 1972 . When i lived in Sea Bright NJ next to Sandy hook .I was 14 years old with my best friend . We were out at Sandy Hook riding our bikes when we saw these 2 guy taking there bikes and dunking them in the Atlantic Oceanic . We ask them what they were doing . That told us they were going to ride across county and then dunk there bike in the Pacific ocean !! So it"s been a dream of mine ever since !! Not a better way of cleaning your head then a good bike tour !! Thanks again for such great video's !

[@marisazocco6553]

Loved this whole series! It's so cool to remember that moment in your Baja Trail video where you spoke to your unknown "future wife" and said that these treks were the kinds of adventures you'd embark on together. A few months later, there was suddenly this cute girl popping up in your Caballo Blanco videos. Magic! I feel lucky to have met you two not long before the beginning of this trip, and through the series, to have watched you grow closer together. Beyond love, I think this series offered a gentle, everyday brand of hope in so many ways. Thanks for taking us on the road with you! I'm so going to copy you guys one day!

[@duzer]

awwww, thanks Marisa! I'm so glad that we met...thanks for your always kind words of encouragement. I hope you copy us one day...and SOON!

[@mountaingoat8788]

Was a Good one. his trips always remind me that Sad yet Happy feeling. I was watching this series too but got caught up in things and never Finished that's what I'm doing now 2 years Later! lol

[@PriorityBicyclesNYC]

Couldn't like this enough you two. Congrats on a lot- from the physical ride, to spending time with each other, to finding new stories across the country. Thank you for sharing!

[@duzer]

Thank you Mr. Priority Man! We loved sharing it with the world. Next adventure is on one of YOUR bikes!

[@spikester40]

Congratulations on your journey!! Was an honor to meet you in good old Mackay ID!! Continue living and loving!!!

[@duzer]

We're so glad we met all of you in Mackay!! That was a highlight for sure

[@Dr_Jay_SkiDog]

I absolutely loved this video. You are absolutely living the dream and it's so great to see you do it. Also love that it restored your faith in humanity and boosted your patriotism. I remember when my father & I took 2 motorcycles around the country encompassing 5 weeks and 13K miles back in 1984, the time together, but also with random strangers along the way made it so powerful.

[@duzer]

Jay Irwin this was such an incredible experience! Thanks for watching. The moto trip with your dad sounds epic too. Cheers my friend

[@bruin4937]

What an incredible journey and you've created so many memories to last you and Ali for a lifetime. Stellar job at beautifully capturing so much of this wonderful adventure, and thank you for sharing it with all of us, Ryan. A coast-to-coast ride is on my bucket list, and yours is an inspiration to me on so many levels. Cheers!

[@duzer]

Thanks Bruin! Hope you make your ride happen, it's a great way to see the world!

[@bruin4937]

Thanks, Ryan! Cheers!

[@sonicMcman]

I liked when you said that you were excited to snuggle tonight Snuggling is nice

[@duzer]

it sure is!

[@keithatdti]

Sorry it's over, but I'm glad you made it. You and Ali have inspired us to look at doing a small bike trip this summer. Can't wait to see the next adventure.

[@duzer]

Great! Have fun on your journey...and remember, no flatties!

[@joangregg4378]

Hey Ryan! Thank You So Much for bringing us along. You and Ali inspired me to do those seriously long rides again. There are still a lot of good people out there. I have to admit I cried too like many of your viewers. Luv Ya!

[@duzer]

awww, we all cried together!

[@tonycastro6805]

How I spent my summer vacation: I spent my summer vacation through the eye’s of Ali and Ryan, the best summer ever, thank you for allowing me to enjoy this wonderful adventure with you both, I thought you both were sooooooooooo lucky, but I’m the lucky one, Thank you so much for sharing Tony Looking forward to the next adventure,

[@duzer]

Awww, thanks my friend! We're all pretty lucky to be on this beautiful planet. Thanks for all your supportive comments all summer long, we appreciate it!

[@Jesiahjesiah]

You two are amazing. Thank you for sharing your journey. The part where Ryan mentioned being in places and wishing there were someone to share it with, that really hit home for me. I've been traveling the world my whole life, and as amazing as it has been and those passing friends are uniquely special, it's bitter sweet to not have that familiar who you can, a week, a month, a decade later be like, "hey remember that time...?" .. so, you give me hope. Or at least peace that it does exist for some. Thank you.

[@duzer]

Jesiah! I, like you, have traveled most of my life solo...this adventure was a dream come true. It can happen, and I'm sure that it'll happen to you! Happy trails friend

[@kevinlooney8200]

Congrats! I enjoyed the journey. I'm going to go ride my bike now. Thanks for the inspiration.

[@duzer]

Thanks Kevin! I'm gonna ride my bike too!

[@saurabhshaha7371]

Such a peaceful feeling after your achievement .. The background music is making it more pleasant .. Love from India .

[@olddirt1965]

Thank you so very much for bringing us all along for this wonderful adventure of "Love".

[@duzer]

Thanks Ron! The love was the best part!

[@kswensen85]

congratulations on completing the trip. my wife and 11 year old daughter could not wait till the next episode. kept us waiting and wanting more and can not wait for the next adventure to begin. Keep up the inspiration you 2.

[@duzer]

awww, so cool that you watched with your family. GIve em all a hug from us!

[@pppjourneyonabike5992]

Take each day ...day by day... the ride defined your mission these past 3 months... keep your momentum with each other going on

[@duzer]

Thanks! We're riding a high and taking everything we learned to heart

[@jackfarris7056]

Ali and Ryan, thank you for sharing your wonderful adventure across this country of ours. And thank you for reminding me each time I watched the next episode that connections happen only with an open heart. You two personified this in your videos and I found myself smiling through each of your 34 episodes, It has been a pleasure

[@duzer]

Thank you Jack! We wear our hearts on our sleeves, and it has served us well. Cheer my friend

[@ryanhaldeman6468]

Was I the only one waiting for a proposal at the end of the love cycle tour? Ali and Ryan you two are amazing! My wife of 14 years watched this series with me and we took a lot of great advice and tips. We are out of the young love strange and in the chaos of raising children and paying bills. You interview a couple that talked about making sure to take time and do things together because when the kids are gone so many couple realize they don’t know their partner anymore. We have never thought of that but can see how that can be very true. Best of luck to you both!

[@duzer]

Thanks for watching Ryan, and cool name by the way :) Glad you liked the advice, it was my fav part of the trip

[@JustJake77]

Dear Ryan and Ali.... Thank you very much for sharing such a wonderful adventure with us all. It was special, and empowering. I'm an avid cyclist and love biking adventures. Your adventure is the catalyst that has pushed me to finally go on a cross country tour this summer for myself. From Victoria B.C to St. John's NFLD. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!

[@duzer]

Thanks for your kind words! Psyched about your adventure, sounds AMAZING!!! Happy trails buddy

[@radulacatusu4154]

Still, you guys never said I love you to each other.. Thank you for sharing with us your adventure. Cheers form Portland OR.

[@starfighter1972]

Love conquers all especially rough journeys like the one you lastly completed. You are both unstoppable.

[@tievom]

Hi Ryan and Ali! My wife and I are so bummed we didn't talk to you guys on RAGBRAI. We actually made it into one of your videos (the one where you guys went into the malt shop at 10am which had all the local school sports pictures - we were sitting in a booth and my wife is wearing a Michigan State jersey). I recognized you in the malt shop from watching an older RAGBRAI video you had done, but unfortunately, I hadn't looked further into your channel at the time. Had we known in July about this x'country trip you two were taking, we probably would have ridden with you part way across Michigan. (We live in the East Lansing area - very close to the route you took) Anyways, after finding your channel a few weeks post-RAGBRAI, my wife and I have thoroughly enjoyed watching your travels. You really have that special spark and the video editing chops to go along with it. We love your videos a ton and hope to maybe run into you guys if our cycling paths ever cross again. Keep up the awesome videos! Josh and Diana

[@duzer]

Wow, we were so close to meeting! The world works in funny ways. Will you be at RAGBRAI next year? We're planning on going. If not though, maybe we'll see you down the road somewhere else. Thanks for watching and give your wife a hug from us!

[@tievom]

@@duzer It was my wife's first time on RAGBRAI (my 2nd) and I believe we're going to keep doing it on even years, so 2020 is already being planned with a bunch of friends. Keep up the positive vibes in your videos! It's infectious and wonderful to watch.

[@bking0220]

What a truly wonderful experience you have shared with us. Thank you both and good luck on your future endeavors! I'll be watching.

[@duzer]

Thanks Bill, Stay tuned!

[@DaveWeinerPriority]

You guys are the best! Love this happy ending. Ali has an incredible family, so fun to watch!

[@duzer]

Thanks my man! It was the perfect ending...having dinner with you :)

[@mooreoutdoor9841]

Most Awesome Journey! I know you and Ali are no longer a together but most of us would still agree that ya'll made an Amazing couple! Such a beautiful series here!!! Glad ya'll are still great friends but you can't blame most of us for hoping the relationship can join again! Happy Trail to you and Ali in all feature journeys!

[@brettm7162]

What a ride, no pun intended 😄 hope to see more just like this😊

[@duzer]

I like puns, you nailed it :)

[@stephenturp2836]

A perfect end. Congratulations to you both. Not many people get to experience the achievement of the effort put in on the bike. Well done to you both. You must be a proud couple. 🇬🇧 ... 🇺🇸😊👍🏻

[@duzer]

Thanks my friend! We're feeling great about all this!

[@GokuRunner]

Beautiful ending. Loved seeing the family ride part of the way with yall to new york. The whole time I was watching this I was screaming proposal proposal proposal! Y'all do make a beautiful couple.

[@duzer]

haha, slow down amigo :) Thanks for watching buddy!

[@Sunny_B4]

Oh my, you have me in tears with happiness for you both. Thank you so much for letting us share in this adventure. I think it has renewed my faith in people, too. So happy for you Ryan that you decided to live in the present and edit the videos when you got home. Just think of what you might have missed!

[@duzer]

Thank you for joining us on this adventure! I'm also very happy to have put the editing on pause during the ride...it reduced stress and increased enjoyment!!!

[@MWoodslore]

This is simply the best Biking playlist ive ever watched .Watched the whole thing (Oregon to New York)..Incredible. 🚲

[@dineshkant1]

Great, Both of you made it. Enjoy and have a great life ahead.

[@kenstaib8940]

Great to see you finished. We did the southern tier in 2005 and your finishing emotions, particularly reflecting on parts over the subsequent years, and the good in people reminded us of our trip. We are Australian and love cycling in the states. Since 2005 we have gone back twice and will ride Maine and Alaska next year. Thanks for sharing the trip and you encounters.

[@duzer]

Very cool! I wanna go to Australia and ride someday.

[@mubarakthursday5417]

That was truly magical ❤

[@duzer]

Thanks!

[@marylesperance9704]

Congratulations. You both are incredibly inspirational!! Your positive energy is infectious. Thank you!

[@duzer]

Thanks Mary!

[@craigjok]

Awesome journey. Thanks for sharing this inspirational trip.

[@duzer]

Thanks for watching Craig!

[@allenrousseau5668]

Oh God bless you guys! Thank you for taking me along for the ride! Yes, it is exciting/inspiring to see so many wonderful people embrace strangers in such a loving way! Inspiring, and as Allie said it restores Hope too! Love to you all! Look forward to your next adventure. Have a rest, just enjoy!

[@duzer]

Thanks Allen! Thanks for coming along...stay tuned for more

[@Joe_Sa_3rd]

Absolutely Amazing... The bike brings us so many great moments in our life...

[@duzer]

I agree!

[@Mollydogdesigns]

So enjoyed following you two on this journey👍 I’ve lived in Colorado for 25 yrs but as a native NYer( grew up in pearl river and lived near Albany too) watching the NY part was very nostalgic 😁👏👍 I’m sad it’s over too but looking forward to more adventures with you both👍❤️😁

[@duzer]

My Colorado Connection! Go back and hit up the Erie canal, it was so fun!

[@440a440mosrite]

so great. what an adventure. thanks for doing this and bringing us with you!

[@duzer]

Thanks for coming along!

[@flpirate45]

Thank you both for this most wonderful journey through this most Beautiful country of ours. This is one of the most feel good videos ever. Thank you.

[@duzer]

Thanks!

[@sgeorge3167]

Great job, great videos thanks for inviting us along for the Ride ...

[@celtic_spirit]

This has been a great chronicle of your Love Cycles journey, for me the most interesting time will be “What’s next?” Thanks both.

[@duzer]

what's next is interesting for me too...we don't know yet :)

[@barriowolf]

This has become a habit, which I enjoy, throwing you shout outs to you Ryan (and Ali). Another video that honestly makes me feel better for seeing it. Not only inspiring, but prompting in my head, "What is possible?" and "Why don't you do it?" Though my adventures are gauged to my ability and with every challenge it adds physical, emotional, spiritual strengths to my human inner-bucket o stuff. You add goodness to the world and though I feel like a broken record posting the same message about your grooviness, it's going to continue to happen as long as you be you amigo. Thanks!

[@duzer]

Thanks amigo! Your words mean a lot to me.

[@robertbotta6536]

Such a wonderful series. Really fantastic. Thank you both so much. Straight up inspirational. Best of everything to you both always and forever.

[@duzer]

Thanks RObert!

[@drewlucero3916]

Thank you for sharing your adventure with us. 📸 🚲 🚲 🚲 🚲 📸🙏. All we need is love. Now you guys should do the Baja Divde. 👀

[@duzer]

that would be cool...I miss the baja

[@andrewdavid68]

Thank you Ryan. It's been really beautiful following your ride.

[@duzer]

Thanks Andrew!

[@GlennJSpiro]

Wonderfully awesome & congratulations on the successful journey together along with the videos. 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👌👋

[@duzer]

Thanks Glenn!

[@KevinBrad]

Congratulations Ali and Ryan on a fantastic trip. I really enjoyed watching all your videos. You guys are great. I wish I had known you were riding RAGBRAI 2018 as I would have ridden with you. I had a great time my first RAGBRAI and riding with you guys for a day would have made it even better. All of your videos are really well done, and watching them makes me feel like I am riding along. Sorry to see them end, but hopefully you will do more. All the best to you two.

[@duzer]

BUmmed to have missed you...maybe next year at RAGBRAI!

[@gaetanoscollo3750]

You guys inspired me so much. I decided for 2020 to do my "Once in a life" Bike Travel, from Rochester, NY to Los Angeles. CA and i want to visit the national park in Arizona. Around 5K miles in 4 months. Yeaaaaa Thank You Guys.

[@duzer]

Great idea! That will be an epic ride

[@yukiinu5534]

cool, glad to see you both made it. more importantly you are still together as a couple.

[@danieldiaz-vigil2368]

Dude props to you, your positivity is infectious. Watching your Journey was amazing! A Bike Tour Across the US is now on my bucket list.

[@duzer]

Thanks buddy!! Hope you make your dream ride come true!

[@lamnguyen1903]

It’s a routine to pause one of your videos and hit like. Every time. Cool story!

[@duzer]

Awww, I really appreciate it my friend! Thanks for watching my videos

[@ScurvyDog01]

Congrats guys. Very inspirational. Looking forward to future adventures.

[@duzer]

Thanks!