Surprise Trail Magic-The Great Divide Mountain Bike Adventure-Part 22

[@duzer]

This was a great day on the trail, starting off with Brandi’s incredible story of her race down the divide, and then meeting Marsha and Alan. My heart is full.

[@DragonM3D]

This one is one of those real heartwarming videos that you put out. Some of your videos are just really fun and inspiring but this one warmed my heart. Love your adventures Duzer!!

[@jeyanthkrishnan]

We need to show this man Ryan more love. He's an inspiration.

[@saucemansrsrnad5888]

Agree.

[@acnixon]

Wow,waking up to a beautiful morning with a cup of tea served by Brandi is the sweetest. As I watch along,I noticed Ryan is always surrounded with kind and beautiful people everyday. Olé!

[@duzer]

It’s a good life!

[@branditauer]

I loved it Ryan! Walter never looked more handsome! :) We were so grateful for your time with us. And OMG those sweet trail angels at Luder's!!! That is the human form of the universe thanking you for what you're putting out into it!

[@andrifsig]

I am pleasantly surprised by how many people are willing to give up their time and effort to help and serve riders on the trail. With all the apparent division going on in the States, then it kind of fills me with joy to see that regardless of anyones political views, if you meet on the trail, then you help each other and show your true nature with a smile. Inspiring as always Duzer. Can't wait for more.

[@jeyanthkrishnan]

I totally agree. I wish more of the world worked this way.

[@Trilidd]

Duzer squad, assemble

[@Stickerbob11]

Best part of my 3 years of solo traveling, like you said, have been the beautiful souls you meet along the way

[@canica99]

wow, wow...wow. Man what an amazing ending to a tough but beautiful day of riding. That breakfast was amazing and the trail angels and that dinner and dessert was just icing on the cake. This summer I rode across country and had some amazing experiences as such. Dinners, beer, wine and even money. Touring shows how this world is full of good humanity and a lot less negative than what the media tells us. Congrats and thank you for sharing.

[@duzer]

I totally agree with you! Touring has made me a better, more compassionate person. happy trails!

[@darrenhooley8472]

Thanks Ryan for sharing the genuine kindness of people like this. We obviously need more of this moving forward with all of the obstacles our world is currently facing. I'm am mostly a trail runner, but documenting this trip is planting the seed for future bike adventures in my future!

[@zootopia8586]

what does "people like this" mean? Just curious.

[@leecorleone]

Love all the joy you bring into this world Ryan!

[@noonenowhere6920]

At first I was a little bummed because Ryan was solo. Those folks at the camp warmed my heart though. Good stuff.

[@gary62or45]

Thank you Brandi and Mio for your hospitality to Ryan. Beautiful country south of Salida. Back into the Aspens again...

[@LuisBecerra79]

Wow, can’t believe we’re at video 22 already. This journey is just magical, people are just AMAZING waiting in the middle of nowhere to help others. 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@Scor-ah]

How Sweet Is Life! Wonderful Lady cooks you breakfast...cycle all day and spaghetti in the evening....what a wonderful bunch of people we have living in this country...really enjoyed this one

[@duzer]

Yeah, there’s a lot of kind hearted people out there!

[@katieannemertz912]

"Be the change you wish to see in the world." Such genuine authenticity in the people y'all meet...love it.

[@duzer]

I agree!

[@BobMcDougall]

I logged into Patreon and sponsored you at the Virtual Dance Party tier. Your content has made me laugh and it has made me cry. I have also been inspired to get out there too. I cycled across Europe last year and have many other adventures planned. I am from Montreal, Canada and am moving to Hamburg, Germany in 2021. So if you are ever in my neck of the woods please touch base. Until then Ryan, keep the videos coming. I hope my little contribution through Patreon helps in some small way. Content like yours is tough to produce and I know that you know there are people out there who truly appreciate and enjoy the show. Take care and see you soon.

[@mathewadams2929]

There are so many people who want to connect with you and i love it. You gift us with your stories, we get to gift back sometimes. As always, love the video.

[@MarkInArizona]

Inevitably on long distance journeys, the visual images you see of the scenery and the road slowly fade away -- but the people you meet while riding tend to last forever and are never forgotten. Rolling into that campground is a story you will now tell for a lifetime.

[@fondofthebonds4914]

Bro where do you get your weed?

[@jbp4532]

My favorite part of Sundays!!! I love coming home from work and winding down with some bike packing good vibes!

[@saurabhsonic]

Same here. I look forward to each of Ryan’s videos. So inspiring.

[@lukespack]

I am kind of amazed at your cycling skills which enable you ride with one hand and film with the other hand while pedaling down down a dirt road on the edge of a sharp drop-off.

[@scorbett4370]

I too am amazed about Ryan’s keen sense of balance and positioning, especially when riding in landscapes having dramatic drop-offs. His inspiration makes new challenges a bit easier to meet and happily greet.

[@inkstickart]

So wholesome. People are really missing out by not watching this channel

[@duzer]

Thanks!! That means a lot

[@hardmtnbiker]

Has Brandi every repeated the route? Her point about inspiration from watching people ride by is similar to how YOU Ryan inspire me and so many other people with your channel. I'm happy to be a Patreon for you, thanks bro! Allan and Marsha are truly living the dream, being outdoors and making friends.

[@duzer]

Your support means the world to me, thanks so much!! And Brandi has only done the route once.

[@robertbotta6536]

Such an incredible inspiration and I am not only talking about the bicycling. Watching you, Ryan, in the wake of an historic time in our history is such a wonderful way to greet the morning. I am going on a ride today for sure!

[@duzer]

Happy trails, my friend!

[@chrislonsberry1974]

Wow! How cool! I have not toured nearly as much as you have but this video just shows all the great people you meet along the way and in the most unexpected places. Quick story, 10 years ago I was touring with 2 friends in Alaska. We were climbing this road called 13 mile hill. A pickup truck passed us going the other way. A few minutes later here comes the truck up behind us. We weren’t sure what was going to happen. A guy jumps out of the truck and walks up to us and holds out a stocking hat. Says saw this on the road back there a figured it belonged to one of you guys. Sure enough it belonged to one of my friends and it had fallen off his bike. From that we also learned that there was a roadhouse 5 miles ahead and we should definitely stop there because the food was so good. We has a great meal and my friend had a warm hat for that evening. Love the trail angels!,

[@sagehiker]

Another great day. I loved Brandi with the water bladders hanging in the pot rack. That is adventure art. By breaking up the GDMR like you are, every time I see my another GDMR video, pretty much nail every feature on the route visually.

[@hemaccabe4292]

Boy, that Brandi seems awful nice. Likes bicycles. Good cook.

[@kablackwell1]

Enjoy your videos so much. When I’m down, they lift me up!

[@duzer]

Love hearing that!

[@heririos2541]

That was amazing. Every time I watch your videos I see that there are some wonderful people out there. It is a reminder to always look for the good in all of mankind. Great video!!!

[@duzer]

Yep!! There’s a lot of good out there!

[@MaShcode]

The best part of solo riding is a bigger piece of dessert! Those brownies and the people that served them looked like the real deal.

[@duzer]

Great point!!

[@YourDailyDutys]

"Brandi Blade" that is an incredible name, sounds like a superhero.

[@duzer]

She is!! ;)

[@alanrose3843]

Thanks so much for all your videos (especially this one). It was such a thrill for us to finally meet you. Ride on!!

[@duzer]

Meeting you was certainly a HUGE highlight of the trip! Can't wait to see you two again someday

[@JobertD]

I love your generosity and love. You are the best. Hugs to you, Ryan’s mom

[@johnhamlin7055]

OMG chocolate cherry and chile brownies the Baby Shark from Baja! wants in on that. What hospitality! Thanks for the longer video. And enjoy the historic election victory for this nation! Thank god almighty we are free at last. :)

[@duzer]

YES YES YES YES YES YES YES!!!!!!

[@travisreed5965]

Brandi Is A Rock Star And What A 24 Hour Push To Reach The Boarder of Mexico - This Episode Was Perfectly Book Ended With Caring Humans With The Best Intentions Ever - Go Team Duzer - Totally Enjoying This Series And Every Time An Ad Pops Up I Think Cha Ching - Stoked For Ya Brother Cheers

[@gary62or45]

Great people Alan and Marshall at the campsite. So generous, so nice, and with Patsy Cline and Buck Owens (Johnny Cash). Great day on the trail

[@duzer]

They’re incredible people!

[@ericramosmd]

How cool, I guess you’re never alone with trail angels around!!!

[@chrisbarker270]

It's always nice to have good food and yes my body can definitely feel the difference. Peace and love brother.

[@cdmiller51]

Sometimes when I ride alone I find myself going into a dark place in my thoughts. It's usually if there's something weighing heavy on my mind. Most of the time I pedal my way through it and I'm fine. I've watched you work your way through some issues too. It works best if I'm by myself.

[@duzer]

I work through a lot of stuff too, bike therapy!

[@jamesp1045]

How cool is that! After a long day on the bike you get welcomed in by those amazing folks. Awesome!

[@swnorcraft7971]

If a guy was to decide on leaving out one item from the crap menu you described, I would have to say leave the soda and drink clean, unpolluted water. Though most of the "food" items to select from at a convenience store are crap, some are definitely a better choice than others. I would think that one could plan in advance enough to mail food packages to places you will visit and eat a whole lot better. Nothing new, through hikers have been doing it for years. Thanks for sharing. I am always inspired by watching your videos.

[@filipg9950]

Outstanding nature. Marvelous views. Protect the wilderness. Peace.

[@modulaeris7983]

Sometime being alone makes you realize those around you make the world so much more colorful and enjoyable. Life has its way of giving new experiences like meeting new people... ESPECIALLY meeting new people! Sending you greetings from the Philippines, my friend 😎👍

[@davidcolinstillman5585]

SO COOL ! GORGEOUS WEATHER SCENERY COLORS VIEWS BEAUTY COLORS ! THE PEOPLE ARE AWESOME ! GLAD YOU ARE MEETING REALLY BEAUTIFUL PEOPLE A LONG THE WAY ! BE SAFE ! HAVE FUN ! GOD BLESS YOU ALL ALWAYS ON YOUR JOURNEYS ! ENJOYED !

[@lanyouree8532]

Even when you ride by yourself, you are never alone. Mother Nature and good people are always in your path.

[@lloydchillride5411]

thank you sir Ryan im so inspired on you adventure. how i wish i can ride that way, keep safe always from Lloyd of Talaingod Davao del norte Philippines

[@duzer]

Hope you go on many beautiful adventures.

[@pamelajoy67]

So great! We loved watching you go over Marshall Pass, since we always say that it's "our pass", being Marshalls, ourselves.And yeah, the kindness of strangers is magical! So much fun!

[@duzer]

Your pass is beautiful!!

[@christophsommer6277]

Ryan, you are a great guy: besides of your cool adventure videos, you are always open minded, friendly and positive towards other people. That´s why people (and we followers) like you!

[@miguelrodvel1548]

Excelente video, saludos desde México.

[@lmhr9]

my Spanish has 100% improved thanks to your channel, Ryan. Cheers.

[@duzer]

Excelente! ;)

[@jeffkelley4055]

Ryan what did you do about the meatballs? Love it when you’re alone too by the way

[@DasRightfortyforfo]

Came here looking for this question!

[@av1atrx]

I did to, haha. My guess is he graciously explained it and they ate them for him.

[@marykemp1079]

Yay more trail magic!

[@sapinva]

On climbing trips, I used to take beans, oats, pasta, spinach and tuna. Sometimes 8-10k calories a day of it. Pretty much all you need to live. The canned stuff is really heavy, but the tuna and Popeye's spinach is worth it's weight 10x over for recovery. These days I could replace the canned tuna with pouches to save weight. But not sure how long I could live without beans. Oats are just fine raw if you don't have a stove.

[@Fat2Fit5k]

Ahh the joys of the open road. These make me feel so free and peaceful even though I can't be there

[@RUN_RGB]

Great episode! Love those folks at the campground 🥰

[@ajschmidt1048]

All the people on your trip have been so welcoming. So inspiring. Looks like your losing some weight, which I would expect with all the riding.

[@topcat8891]

Very cool like the tip check out the flowers everybody should stop and smell the flowers from time to time I do all the time 😁 I did laugh "what do you do with the pies?" "Eat em !" Brilliant yes great people for sure 👍

[@stevegorkowski3246]

Great video! I would be stopping at 6:20 and would look to see what type of stones are in the cut out in the side hill. I think it could have some milky quartz ( white stone). It would be great to make a belt buckle from some stone in the area. The locations you passed would be great for camping without city lights. I would like to setup a small telescope and view from that location most of the late night. It looks like a great area to tour when I retire.

[@umairmalik4410]

Wowww. What an awesome surprise.. True humanity at its best. Love it

[@gauloisrefractaireenexilvo4366]

Thank you Ryan, really enjoyed this episode. I didn't know there were GMBR Angels setting camp, cooking spaghettis meat balls and baking chocolate brownies, pinch me, this is Paradise! Not sure it's only me but the quality of your vlogs goes up a notch or two when you ride solo. After a month on junk food, I guess it will take you 2 months for detox.

[@felipericketts]

People come and go, days come and go, and it all seems to add up to something magical and beautiful if I am willing to see that it is so. Thanks for another great episode and thanks for sharing the beauty. Loved the comment from your friend about the dusty, grimy, smiling bike packers! I get it! :-) Are you going to do a review of the bike?

[@TheTrakker]

Wow! What an awesome day Ryan!!!! Such amazing people you meet. I can't imagine how good that must have felt after a hard day knowing that they came out there to meet you in particular. Like I said brutha, changing the world one heart at a time!!! Good good stuff!!!

[@xbmarx]

There's something magical about those Aspen forests in Colorado. I can't wait to go back to CO. Love this series.

[@chuckw1021]

What an awsume day . Lots of miles,Those people sitting , waiting for you and other bikers is so great. I,ll bet it was hard to say no to meat balls.

[@terrors88]

Good to see you have a great time. I miss biking alone and with friends so much. Over here winter time is coming, too early to ski but almost too late to have long bike tours because it's getting dark early.

[@duzer]

I'm not a fan of the early darkness :(

[@blain5827]

Amazing to come across such good people after a long day, their timing seemed perfect.

[@TWills-oe7hn]

Ryan, I can hear in my mind your mother saying, "you need a woman like Brandi!" :-) Don't know what her status is but she could certainly keep up with you. Loving this adventure.

[@dharokthewretched7373]

Too old and already has a kid... He should aim for someone 21-27 and have a few kiddos of his own with. (women lose 90% of their eggs by age 30, and after 30 it also increases the chances for the baby to have autism and other illnesses) so a nice young woman in her early 20s, gives them a year or 2 to get to know each other and plan to have a few kids. Cheers.

[@GHinWI]

@@dharokthewretched7373 : goddam, the 18th century called and are wondering where you are

[@dharokthewretched7373]

@@GHinWI Can't handle facts or what?

[@scorbett4370]

I prefer that Ryan’s and Brandi’s privacy be respected, and that postings appropriately refer to his travels rather than deeply personal matters. Thank you all.

[@dharokthewretched7373]

@@scorbett4370 Who's violating any1s privacy here? lol

[@patricelemay1190]

Arriving from mountain running with both legs shut thank God l've got a Duzer vid to take my mind of the pain ! 🌞🌞🌞😎👌

[@duzer]

Congrats on your big run!

[@patricelemay1190]

@@duzer wheater was perfect it was heavenly ! 🌞🌞✊😎

[@gary62or45]

Great video off your hand held camera. Great dialogue. Wished you had Mira along I bet.

[@duzer]

Yeah, would have been fun to have Mira along

[@RRP3168]

You are a great person Ryan! That is why you bring out the best of people! God is great!

[@duzer]

Like attracts like!

[@rick_1968]

PHANTASTIC vid. especially the camping bit. such nice warm people

[@duzer]

Couldn't agree more!

[@davidmicklo97]

Wow... Not sure what else to say. Thanks Ryan.

[@duzer]

Wow is good ;) That's usually my response when I see beautiful places

[@richardp6461]

There is no doubt about it. Its the people (and animals). That are my favorite part of your journey. Nice to meet them. But still no traveling partner. Something tells me the trail will provide as it always does.

[@kennethbell3031]

You are such an inspiration Ryan. Totally dig your daily videos. Safe riding for the rest of your journey.

[@duzer]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@Murderbot2000]

Trail magicians. They are really great.

[@justwondering786]

Love all your videos dude great times for all ; just remember keep the smile 😃 on your face, peace be with you always god bless

[@tommotto9796]

Amazing!!! Keep going Ryan.

[@oregoniangal]

Little bit of lessons in meditation and mindfulness in this one Ryan. I like it! I go in and out of periods of time alone and then time with others. I’m finding I like this balance. Did I see Pike’s Peak in this video? Mountain looked a little familiar to this Colorado gal. Ride on Ryan! 😊

[@michaelp1109]

Wow.....another amazing day on the trail. So cool. Every video is such an inspiration. Safe travels and thanks for sharing.

[@duzer]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@PiquePictures]

This is another entertaining and inspiring video! Keep creating more adventures! 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@GenghisKhanrad]

In memory of Kevin, you should have done a few zig-zags in his honor on that steep incline! We love you, buddy. I just made it sound like he died. Kevin is fine, just missed in the videos.

[@duzer]

Haha;)

[@corrineleistikow]

Amazing trail magic! How fun! And such perfect timing at the end of a long day!

[@lovinglife5554]

What a great start and end to your day! Beautiful scenery, contagious enthusiasm! The people you get to meet are definitely one of the many highlights of your adventure! Can't wait for the next episode :)

[@duzer]

There's some awesome people out there

[@DanielTorres-et8ky]

Love the music selection! I'm a new follower and soon to be Patrion.

[@duzer]

Welcome to my channel Daniel!! So glad to have you, buckle up for an awesome ride!

[@karllorossanodasilvarossan8708]

Do you os inspiration! The peoples are very good. The places are very beautiful . Congratulations for vídeos..👏🙏🙏

[@williamlebron9873]

AWESOME videos as always. What kind of maintenance do you do while doing these kind of long distance rides? Oil the chain, change disc pads, etc...

[@amanekabbaj]

That was an awesome idea of theirs! You can really tell that’s in real time. Just need Dana’s name on there. I hope the Duzer team saw this and they come back with you!

[@odgreenoutdoors20]

It has been such an amazing adventure so far , can’t wait to see the rest, already missing Dana ....stay safe my friend

[@gary62or45]

Marshall pass, not a lot of traffic up there. Makes for enjoyable ride.

[@waynemacdougall8667]

Yes ryan. We dont have barbed wire at the canada us border.

[@ufoteckufo7633]

Whe love you Ryan you inspired me to get out there more in my 🚲 bikes blessings to you and always stay safe

[@garryshirreffs9517]

Stunning scenery , loving this adventure :) from a cold grey wet Uk lol ride safe

I have so many questions. What about a live? Pleeaaaaseeee , pleasseeee, pleaseee ...

[@duzer]

Yeah, I’ll do that at some point

[@lauriefrazer5668]

Great video! Loved it, thank you!

[@arcoulant87]

Trail Angles just the best !

[@ExileTheKnightsOfMaltaNow]

Never a dry eye... T y... you gather it up and spread it around like no one else . couple of more variables in the uphill and or headwind equation... How stiff is your front end... And can you put panniers up there. I have a high bike that has a good stiff front end and all the other ones tend to be a bit wobbly even when tightened up all the way. Something I'm going to have to address eventually...

[@alesiabock9305]

You do realize that Karma comes around right? You are such a good soul. You deserve all the spaghetti and brownies and dog kisses you can get ❤️

[@duzer]

Awww, thanks!!! I loved those brownies

[@TheKelbymyers]

Ryan! Love your videos! I started bikepacking this year (1000 mi this summer)... Wondering if you could do a video on your calorie intake and what you eat in a day. The longest day I did was 84 and usually 50-60 miles but couldn't believe how much I needed to eat! I wonder how you do it without a stove?? I'd love to get John's take too since he has a stove.

[@duzer]

Hello and congrats on your big summer, way to go! I actually have no idea how many calories I eat, I just eat all the time. Bars, beans, nuts, tortillas and anything else that's easy to pack. Wish I could give you a more concrete answer, but that's all I got ;)

[@KevDoes]

Now I definitely wish I had stayed a few days longer!

[@duzer]

Yeah, they were all set for us. Such awesome people

[@vdelussey]

Food for the soul as usual Ryan!! Along with other news coming out of 🇺🇸 this weekend 😀

[@BluecollarBackcountry]

When we watch the news all we get to hear is the worst of things and people. I find out on the road you meet the nicest of the nice people ever. Isn't that cool? Atb, Tony

[@duzer]

There’s a lot of goodness out there!

[@gravelrider5612]

Hello Ryan love watching your videos was wondering did Dana order her Priority 600 with dropper bars and a reg. fork or did she have a bike shop put them on?

[@LVang152]

I think she put the drop bar and still use the shifter.