Journey of a Lifetime! Cycling the Congo Nile Trail in Rwanda Extended Cut

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Cycling in Rwanda is dreamy. The landscapes are stunning, the roads are safe, and there's always a pack of jolly kids chasing you down. This video is a full length version of my experience on the Congo Nile Trail which runs along the shores of Lake Kivu. It's 280km long (170 miles).
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@duzer 2 месяца назад

I'm still in touch with Cali, he's doing great and LOVING his Priority 600x. This will forever be one of the most exiting short adventures of my life.

@RoaminRob Месяц назад

This looked so cool the first time I watched it 🎉 Well that's 6 Hours of my Sunday gone catching up on all your vids i saved 😂😂 thanks Duzerman 🙏

@SummitSeeker546 2 месяца назад

I think the kids love to run after you because they can sense your positive energy!

@duzer 2 месяца назад

Maybe so, and then I feed off their energy. So fun!

@vamosmoya 2 месяца назад

This one is my favorite Ryan. Rwanda, which I visit twice by bike, is a real sunshine. There is nothing better, and now you know why Africa is such a treasure. Thx.

@duzer 2 месяца назад

A treasure indeed!! Such a magical place

@SummitSeeker546 2 месяца назад

The kids just make me smile!

@duzer Месяц назад

me too!

@jimspies2775 2 месяца назад

I watched this series when you originally posted it, and watched the extended cut here because the energy here is so incredibly infectious. Thank you.

@duzer 2 месяца назад

Glad you enjoyed it! You are so right, the energy in Rwanda is incredible

@mattbarnfield4914 2 месяца назад

Your films continue to inspire and uplift me. In a world where negative stories, conflict and division are pushed as the norm, it’s so vital to see the best of humanity. And all at 15mph. You are a great ambassador for cycling but also for the power of kindness and mutual respect. If you ever come to the UK (GB Divide maybe), I’d love to ride with you. Adventure with a capital A!

@duzer 2 месяца назад

Thank you! I’d love to ride the GB divide someday, it’s high on my list. I hope that you have a great summer of adventures ahead of you

@ingeleonora-denouden6222 2 месяца назад

What a beautiful country!

@duzer 2 месяца назад

It sure is!

@niyibizijeanbaptiste9575 2 месяца назад

❤❤❤❤❤ Rwanda country welcome friends of people..

@tjtomasetti 2 месяца назад

Love your videos dude!! You inspired me to bike everywhere and quit smoking cigarettes too!! Hope to see ya around Boulder one day.

@duzer 2 месяца назад

That's awesome, way to go! Hope to see you too!

@twowheelsintokyo7039 2 месяца назад

Rwanda would never have made it to the list of my dream destinations, but after this video, it now at the top.

@duzer 2 месяца назад

I hear you! I didn’t know much about it before I went. Such an amazing country!

@niyibizijeanbaptiste9575 2 месяца назад

❤❤❤❤❤ welcome I'm my country Rwanda .. welcome again friends of sports

@jasonm4695 Месяц назад

Watched this recently and my mind was filled with a number of deep thoughts about you, about travel, about poverty, about gratitude, then this morning heading down Olde Stage with my spouse a little after 10am I had this feeling you were nearby… and as we crossed Broadway on Lee Hill I saw a guy ride the opposite direction with a bright orange and white helmet that looked like you - whether it was or wasn’t doesn’t matter, it made me smile.

@duzer Месяц назад

I hope to meet and chat with you someday! Don’t ever hesitate to get my attention when you see me on the roads (or trails). Cheers!

@audreystephens8096 Месяц назад

Ryan, Thank you so much for sharing this video. It was lovely!!

@hikingismytherapy 2 месяца назад

I loved this one. Such fun with the kids!

@duzer 2 месяца назад

The kids made it extra special

@printerror 2 месяца назад

Such a pleasure reliving this one in extended cut. I've never wanted to travel to Africa more in my life! (plus, you could barely see the film crew 🤣)

@duzer 2 месяца назад

haha, the film crew were hidden deep in the rainforest :)

@KimberlyThomason 2 месяца назад

It's so beautiful there Ryan. You are so lucky. Beautiful country and beautiful people. The people are so open and engaging because they aren't hiding behind cell phones and devices. They are so kind, helpful, considerate. The children are precious as well. This is living dude and I know you love it. I love riding and always have too. But my riding in where we live in the city. I would always rather be biking than on a bus, in a car or walking. My knee is constantly needing draining and dealing with but I am also a serious biker. Stay safe Ryan, love ya man, stay safe.

@duzer 2 месяца назад

I hear you on all this! I’d always rather be biking. Happy trails to you, I hope that your knee isn’t too painful

@KimberlyThomason 2 месяца назад

@@duzer Thank You Ryan, and have the best and safest of journeys.

@clarkedc7822 2 месяца назад

I ran into Ryan last night in Boulder at Buddha Thai Cuisine! What up Ryan! You are the best. This trip looks amazing! I visited Uganda and Rwanda in 2008, exploring the area by bike looks the best way to do it though. So beautiful. The kids are so friendly!

@duzer 2 месяца назад

My man!! It was so fun to meet you last night, I’m glad that you said hello! And you’re right, the kids are so friendly and FUN! Have an awesome summer

@goldenstardust 2 месяца назад

Loved the original videos and loved this version just as much💕What stunning views and lovely kids!. Hardcore single track right there, thank goodness you had support vehicle to carry your gear!👍

@duzer 2 месяца назад

Thanks for watching this version. It was such an incredible experience

@TonyNelsonCamping 2 месяца назад

The Heart of Africa: The people, the place, its mountains, the coastal wonders, and all the different customs and cultures. I'm glad you were able to enjoy this experience, Ryan. ❤

@duzer 2 месяца назад

It was incredible!! I’ll come further south next time and visit you

@DeannaLouiseWrites 2 месяца назад

What a treat, thank you.

@duzer 2 месяца назад

Glad you enjoyed it!

@SummeRulz 2 месяца назад

I got excited at that stone slab paving, how natural❤

@duzer 2 месяца назад

Very cool

@edinelsonramirez5656 2 месяца назад

Talk 'bout Adventure! Thank you amigos, for bringing us along!

@duzer 2 месяца назад

Thanks for watching!

@benjaminperdido3943 Месяц назад

Love this video ❤

@umairmalik4410 2 месяца назад

Awesome as ever. As I am watching this, it just dawned on me that not only is this a great bike trail and adventure but you have also captured whole heap of economic activities and time stamped it. Given the pace of change in Rawanda it would be great project to revisit every 5years to see how it changes.

@stanthealohaman 2 месяца назад

Ryan I love that you attack life in a fearless way. Your only weapon....a smile. Thanks for sharing this journey!!!

@duzer 2 месяца назад

As Elf says, “smiling is my favorite” 😂😂

@stanthealohaman 2 месяца назад

@@duzer The Big Island of Hawaii.... now THAT is an adventure that I hope you'll do in the future!!!

@grannypaula8199 2 месяца назад

YOU ARE TRULY LIVING!! WOW!!! Just WOW!!!! You get one go at this thing called life and wow Ryan you are making the most of it! THANK YOU for sharing with us!!! 💙💙💙💙💙

@duzer 2 месяца назад

I'm trying my best, that's for sure! Thanks for watching

@noelanderson2729 2 месяца назад

Super beautiful journey through the Congo, , , thanks for sharing Ryan!!! (and Cali)...

@duzer 2 месяца назад

Glad you enjoyed it!

@dfriz8513 2 месяца назад

Hugs. Doing 50 on the trainer today thanks for the great adventure again while i spin.

@duzer 2 месяца назад

Enjoy those indoor miles! It’ll be warm soon enough for outdoor adventures

@dfriz8513 2 месяца назад

@duzer have to get the training in however I can. As a caregiver, it is easier indoors. No complaints, tho cause you have lots of videos to watch. ;-)

@mmad3130 2 месяца назад

Wow, Rwanda is beautiful! some of the nicest scenery I've seen! Never thought it was that nice! Thanks for having an awesome trip and bringing us along!

@duzer Месяц назад

It was all new to me too, and I was blown away

@raykleiner3151 2 месяца назад

Africa is amazing! Your video captures perfectly the MTB experience you will have riding in Africa. In 2021, we did the Tour of Kilimanjaro and even got to ride up to the Shira Plateau, the very next year returned to climb to the summit of Uhuru. Rwanda looks to be amazing as a bike destination.

@duzer 2 месяца назад

That sounds incredible!!!

@ancientfifer 2 месяца назад

I've been to Tanzania to climb Kilimanjaro, and now adding bike trek in Rwanda to the list.

@duzer 2 месяца назад

It’s worth a swing over to Rwanda!

@SummitSeeker546 2 месяца назад

I’m only 3 min into the video and I’m so glad to be taken on this journey once again! Thoroughly enjoyed the first videos and thus I’m joining you on this clip! Just watched an Overland Expedition series on a trip to Africa. We hear so much negativity about Africa but the reality you boys bring back from actual experiences paint a much different picture. It’s on my bucket list!

@duzer 2 месяца назад

Thanks for tuning in again! There’s a lot of negative media about Africa in general. This trip gave me a much different perspective

@melissasinclair9303 2 месяца назад

I didn't watch the Africa series because I didn't have time at the time, but I was happy to watch this one. I like these extended cuts. It feels rich. More immersive?

@duzer 2 месяца назад

I’m glad that you enjoyed this version, I agree, it does feel a bit more immersive

@johnvanderhulst4778 2 месяца назад

I remeber the video that you gave this man your bike, thank you for all the videos Ryan and greetings from the Netherlands.

@duzer 2 месяца назад

And he’s still riding it!!

@user-ik7rz4gg8u 2 месяца назад

Wow!!!! I'm jealous! ;)

@mhernandez4576 2 месяца назад

Yay… a replay❤. Have you heard from Cali… do you keep up with him?

@duzer 2 месяца назад

I do, he's doing GREAT!

@annegaray4612 2 месяца назад

The kids were so cute and friendly ❤

@duzer 2 месяца назад

They are adorable

@lpilbin895 2 месяца назад

What great re-boot of the Rwandan series.. I just love this series Ryan❤ .. maybe one day Cali miggt do an adventure ride in Colorado 😊

@duzer 2 месяца назад

I’d love to get him out here someday!

@robertsanders8866 2 месяца назад

Enjoyed this edit 🤟

@duzer 2 месяца назад

Appreciate it. I loved putting it together

@Incorruptus1 2 месяца назад

Sure is an amazing place! And so many friendly people. :D Good luck Muzungu!

@duzer 2 месяца назад

Some of the friendliest people I’ve ever met!

@onelove8062 2 месяца назад

Colorado has lions man. Almost got ate!

@duzer Месяц назад

We do indeed!

@everhernandez8452 2 месяца назад

Beautiful place to mtb ❤

@duzer 2 месяца назад

It really is!

@KeithFlint350 2 месяца назад

For ultracyclists: there's also a beautiful Race Around Rwanda ;-)

@duzer 2 месяца назад

I wanna do that someday

@hemaccabe4292 Месяц назад

I was just watching the news. I understand Denver has recently received a large number of migrants. You must be happy since you have been supporting this for years. I’m sure you’re making a particular impact with your language skills and upbeat attitude. Now that you own a home, I would imagine you’ll be welcoming some of these nice folks to come live you. I think there could be some great videos created from this experience. I look forward to seeing them!

@zahhstarboymk5427 2 месяца назад

Wow 🇷🇼🇷🇼🥰🥰🥰🔥🔥🔥🔥

@user-rp8nf3mk8p 2 месяца назад

This is one of your best videos so far thank you did you see any lions or elephants?

@duzer 2 месяца назад

I didn’t see lions, but saw plenty of elephants on our safari in Akagera National park

@stephenmarotti5309 2 месяца назад

Sam says: “I like this one more because of all the kids.”

@duzer 2 месяца назад

Give Sam a high five from me!

@rdkuless 2 месяца назад

You have a great tour guide.. could that been done with a Garmin..? Cheeze and tomato was a favorite..

@duzer Месяц назад

he;s awesome, and yes, you could do this with a Garmin, but there's so many signs along the way, it's super easy

@moemunim2917 17 дней назад

where this treasure all that time hidden 😂❤

@QARANSUGE 2 месяца назад

Welcome to Africa 😅

@duzer 2 месяца назад

Thank you!

@user-hz6ug6pc9b 2 месяца назад

🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

@JeffRElliott Месяц назад

I fully want to do this (later) and at the very least financially help this person, the organization, and frankly every person in this video in anyway I can. I also want to experience it but may never actually do that and that is fine.

@comounaverdura 23 дня назад

It looks like you had an amazing adventure. Did they have malaria in that country?

@duzer 23 дня назад

No Malaria for me. I rented a bike

@kookamunga2458 2 месяца назад

I would be worried about bandits hid along the roads . One needs a guide and security detail so I wouldn't think of doing it alone . A smile is always the best way to break the ice when meeting foreigners.

@duzer 2 месяца назад

Rwanda is very safe, I don’t hear of much crime there, and never felt in danger.

@sabinas.1164 2 месяца назад

Is it doable to cycle from Gisenyi to Kibuye in 1 day?

@rejectmodernity3045 Месяц назад

Hi, i saw your video about PRK. U had any problems??

@duzer Месяц назад

Nope, I’m good!

@comounaverdura 23 дня назад

How did you get your bicycle to Rwanda?

@rdkuless 2 месяца назад

did you see any Theobroma Cacao trees?

@duzer Месяц назад

I didn't

@HuntersCyclingAdventures 2 месяца назад

When you gonna do a super cut of ragbrai 50 with all the extra footage you didn’t use

@duzer 2 месяца назад

I should!

@HuntersCyclingAdventures 2 месяца назад

Bet you didn’t miss lubing chains lol

@duzer 2 месяца назад

Haha, these chains got pretty grimy in all that rain ;)

@stephenjacques554 Месяц назад

How is John and mira? SJ

@duzer Месяц назад

They’re great!!

@Shwinky 2 месяца назад

Do a wheelie

@duzer 2 месяца назад

Haha, I need to put in a lot more hours practicing

@CreativeFishDesignsCharlotte 2 месяца назад

you always surprise me in a good way , we need more like u in leadership , but that would probably ruin you

@duzer 2 месяца назад

Maybe someday, I was senior class president after all ;)

@CreativeFishDesignsCharlotte 2 месяца назад

@@duzer i have no shame in saying this , but your just being you , is heart warming truly , its tells more carecter in my eys than anything that some one can Try and be , YOU ARE ! you have my vote all day .

@TerryRamsey-jg8fm 2 месяца назад

YEGO, AMAKURU, MWARAMUTSE, Which means: Where is Amelia Boon?🤔

@duzer 2 месяца назад

Haha, are you sure? ;) She’s doing great by the way

@niyibizijeanbaptiste9575 2 месяца назад

❤❤❤ yego .amakuru..mwaramutse.. turabakunda ..

@biketouringnature 2 месяца назад

you make me wan't to go there

@duzer 2 месяца назад

It’s a incredible place

@KJSvitko 2 месяца назад

Population needs to be in balance with jobs, resources, nature and the environment. Having a bigger population in any country than the country can support makes no sense. Access to food, water, shelter, energy and jobs should guide population levels. The worlds population is still expected to add another billion people to feed, clothe and produce pollution. Humans are crowding out all other species of plants and animals. Education and birth control are key to reducing poverty and hunger. Having a child that you can not provide for yourself is cruel and irresponsible. We need solutions not just sympathy. Endless population growth is not sustainable on a finite planet. Every country needs to "TRY" to be more self sufficient. When there are not enough resources to sustain a population something has to give. Countries need to focus on quality of life for their citizens and not just quantity of life for cheap labor. Why import fossil fuels when wind and solar energy can be produced locally and solar energy can power electric vehicles. We need solutions not just sympathy.