Bikes or Death Ep. 97. ~ Ryan Van Duzer & Matt Mason
Nov 25, 2021
Matt Mason, route builder from Las Cruces who created the Monumental Loop and Danger Bird. Ryan Van Duzer, adventure cyclist and YouTuber who tells human stories from the road. They chat about filming the Monumental Loop, the grit of desert bikepacking, route difficulty and conditions, summit goals to grow local access, and planning future Danger Bird events.
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Journey Home Launched A Career
- After Peace Corps, Ryan cycled from Honduras to Boulder filming on a Sony Handycam and made a travel teaser.
- The Travel Channel aired it, which launched his storytelling and adventure career.
People-Centered Storytelling
- Ryan focuses on human stories to counter negative mainstream media narratives.
- His videos aim to make viewers feel better about people and the world through encounters on the road.
Why Ryan Rode Danger Bird
- Ryan accepted Matt's invite six months out and found the Danger Bird a perfect fit for desert riding and Mexican food.
- He rode it and produced a multi-part series highlighting the route and people.