About: Ryan van Duzer
Posts by Ryan van Duzer:
The Most Inspirational Kid on the Planet.by Ryan van Duzer on May 21, 2013 “You don’t have to find out you’re dying to start living.” I just spent 22 minutes sobbing in my bed watching this amazing, inspirational and heartbreaking documentary about Zach Sobiech. This young legend was diagnosed with a rare form of terminal cancer at age 14, and he passed away yesterday, May 20th, 2013. The sweet [...] 1,824 views |
The Most Beautiful (& Green) Race on the Planet. {Video}by Ryan van Duzer on May 1, 2013 “Mother Nature is one hot mama!” A greener Marathon with Ryan Van Duzer! The Big Sur Marathon is 26 miles of pure beauty along coastal Highway One in Central California. It’s so pretty in fact, that my neck is incredibly sore from staring off to the left the entire race. Apart from being one of [...] 576 views |
 Olympian Rockstars in Park City. {Video}by Ryan van Duzer on Mar 19, 2013 It’s not everyday you get your ass handed to you by a couple cute Olympians: “Hey Kaylin, can I inter….Whoosh! Okay, see you at the bottom!” I recently spent time with downhiller extraordinaire, Kaylin Richardson and ski jumper, Lindsey Van (not Vonn) while on a press trip in Park City. I don’t go on many [...] 72 views |
 The Guatemala Shake. {Video}by Ryan van Duzer on Mar 3, 2013 This is what you get when you put together a group of goofy Gringos and Guatemalans. I recently found myself in the beautiful country of Guatemala right in the middle of one of the biggest internet phenomenons in recent time, Harlem Shake mania. I was there filming a promotional documentary for Cooperative for Education, a [...] 379 views |
Acting Childish is Good for You. {Video}by Ryan van Duzer on Feb 12, 2013 I dance on beds; it’s what I do to keep my soul happy. Every bed I come in contact with is prey to my not-so-amazing dance moves. I travel the world as a filmmaker/TV host and always make sure to bounce around my hotel room like a crazed maniac, it’s the perfect medicine after a [...] 136 views |
 Hunting for Paradise. {Video}by Ryan van Duzer on Dec 13, 2012 I can officially say that I have one of the absolute best jobs in the world. In short, my assignment is to document beautiful corners of the planet for a new television show called Paradise Hunter. Then, at the end of shooting 12 episodes (this is where you’ll want to smack me), I get [...] 67 views |
The Night I Slept On the Streets. {Video}by Ryan van Duzer on Nov 19, 2012 Although our idyllic little town of Boulder seems affluent in every way, there are 200 kids on the streets on any given night. Attention Homes is the only youth shelter in Boulder and I recently participated in their first ever “Sleep Out.” Our goal was to raise money and awareness and we did both. In [...] 198 views |
 Help Put Kids on Bikes! {Video}by Ryan van Duzer on Nov 10, 2012 I wanna get more kids on bikes and you can help! I’m a travel videographer and absolutely love my job. I’ve shared exotic stories from many corners of the globe and will continue to do so for the rest of my life…it’s what makes me feel alive! My videos have been part of many online [...] 87 views |
My mom is my hero. {Video}by Ryan van Duzer on Sep 15, 2012 Mama Picchu. {First look: Video Trailer} My mom is my hero, always has been, always will be. She dedicated her life to raising four wonderful children and while she loved it, she rarely took the time to do anything for herself, until this year. In October of 2011, she committed herself to a difficult trek [...] 480 views |
Sedona: Energy Vortexes, Red Rocks & Pink Jeeps. {Video}by Ryan van Duzer on Mar 21, 2012 This past week I had the pleasure of visiting Sedona Arizona on a press trip sponsored by SONY and J Public Relations. They brought together a fun group of tech bloggers, travel bloggers and me—the video guy. 360 views |
I Love Boulder!by Ryan van Duzer on Jan 21, 2012 I’m a born and raised Boulder boy and I have love for this city like none other…well actually I think everyone loves it here but maybe not enough to scream it out from the top of their roof. This is a video I made for the I Love Boulder video contest. Caution…It’s LOUD! 464 views |
Boulder event: Adventure Film Fest is Here.by Ryan van Duzer on Oct 28, 2011 I love watching adventure films. They inspire me, they show me corners of the world I’ve never seen and they bring the impossible right in front of my eyes. Boulderites are in for a treat November 3rd, 4th and 5th as the Adventure Film Fest gets revved up once again. Over 40 films from all [...] 279 views |
Electric Bikes will save the World.by Ryan van Duzer on Oct 25, 2011 I always thought that electric bike were for wimps, I mean, isn’t the point of riding a bike to get exercise and sweat like a dog? It turns out not everyone wants to be dripping with sweat after a ride (my mom included). I recently took an Optibike for a spin and now I’m a [...] 373 views |
350, Biking from Boulder to Denver, & Moving Planet Colorado. (Video)by Ryan van Duzer on Sep 26, 2011 I’ve biked everywhere—but I’d never ridden my bicycle from my hometown of Boulder to Denver before, and I’ll never forget the inspirational 37 mile journey to the steps of the capitol. Moving Planet is part of 350.org’s global initiative to move past Fossil Fuels. This past Saturday September 24th, there were 2000 events in more [...] 833 views |
 Adults on Big Wheels, Insane! (Video)by Ryan van Duzer on Jul 13, 2011 Most of us remember our first taste of freedom as we scooted away from home on our shiny new Big Wheel. I’ll never forget the sound of hard plastic grinding on pavement, wind in my face and a smile the size of Tejas. This past Saturday in Boulder, about 75 full grown kids took to [...] 318 views |
The Alternatively Empowered. (Video)by Ryan van Duzer on Jun 7, 2011 Riding bikes, taking the bus and car share are just some of the ways to get on Mother Nature’s good side. 504 views |
Bike Share!by Ryan van Duzer on May 24, 2011 Is there a better way to be nice to the environment and be good to your body than by riding a bike? No way Jose! Europe has been bike sharing for years with great success, big cities like Copenhagen, Amsterdam and Paris just to name a few. We’re finally catching on with cities like Washington [...] 346 views |
Duzer duz Solar Power! (Video)by Ryan van Duzer on May 17, 2011 I just went solar! Some guys spend their money on fancy cars…while others spend it on on sexy solar panels. I bet I get a lot more action from Mother Nature than anyone driving a Ferrari. Here’s some magical moving pictures that illustrate the installation process and benefits of going solar. 210 views |
Duzer does NYC 5 Boro Bicycle Tour. {Video}by Ryan van Duzer on May 12, 2011 The 5 Boro Bicycle tour is awesome…especially if you like walking your bike for 20 of the 42 miles. Over 33,000 folks on spokes hit the streets of NYC on May 2 to enjoy the Big Apple completely free of cars. It’s put on by Bike New York, whose mission is to make bicycling more [...] 333 views |
Like funny hazy peaceful patriotic civil protest pot parties? Do us huuuge fave, share or “like” this video.by Ryan van Duzer on Apr 20, 2011 Missed 4/20 in Boulder, Colorado, home to world’s largest civil protest / pot smoking gathering? Duzer videoed it for you: The True Rocky Mountain High. 4:20 in Boulder is like Christmas, Easter and Halloween all packed into one afternoon hour smoke-a-thon. It’s peaceful, it’s expressive, it’s safe, and most of all—it’s fun! 1,276 views |
 Video: Putting your best friend to Sleep.by Ryan van Duzer on Feb 16, 2011 Mickey and Mom. It’s hard to hold a camera still when you’re crying uncontrollably. This past weekend my mom had to put her beloved Mickey to sleep. It was one of the most difficult things I’d ever filmed, but I think it tells a beautiful story. This dog was her companion, her protector and most [...] 728 views |
Grocery shoppin’ on a bicycle.by Ryan van Duzer on Jan 6, 2011 What’s a bachelor to do when he’s fresh out of frijoles and doesn’t drive a car? It’s a fun way to earn your food while breathing in fresh air! 1,257 views |
Taking the New Year’s Plunge.by Ryan van Duzer on Dec 31, 2010 Jumping into freezing cold water is not all that fun, it kinda hurts actually, but every year I muster up the courage to freeze off the ol’ cojones. The Polar Plunge has become a tradition for hundreds of people on New Year’s Day at the Boulder Reservoir…and the registration money goes to a good cause, [...] 401 views |
 Kids Holiday Bike Give-Away.by Ryan van Duzer on Dec 2, 2010 It was the best Christmas present ever. I was 7 years old, still strongly believed in Santa and the sight of the shiny black BMX bicycle under the tree sent me screaming for joy! We all remember the excitement of getting our first bike. My bicycle provided me with my first taste of freedom. I [...] 204 views |
 Raising money, Raising beersby Ryan van Duzer on Oct 4, 2010 I’ve spent the past two months of my life pedaling down the West Coast and yes, it was awesome. The mission was to raise money for Community Cycles, gather signatures for the People for Bikes campaign and have loads of fun. Check, check and definitely check! I decided that the fun having and money raising [...] 163 views |
Duzer Down the Coastby Ryan van Duzer on Aug 30, 2010 As many of you may know, I’m 31 and have never had a driver’s license. Cars scare me. I’ve built a life around commuting by bicycle and I couldn’t imagine it any other way. Riding on two wheels makes me feel good, like a care free little kid. I’m currently on a very long commute, [...] 193 views |
Urban Assault Ride!by Ryan van Duzer on Jul 26, 2010 Bicycle-obstacle course-treasure hunt mayhem on the streets of Denver! The Urban Assault ride is all about celebrating bikes…and beer! I’m a huge fan of New Belgium, not just because I love their beer, but because they care about our little planet. Bicycles have become as much of their business as their tasty beer. This was [...] 245 views |
Red White & Bicycle!by Ryan van Duzer on Jul 3, 2010 Crooz! When I think of the 4th, I think of eating excessive amounts of watermelon, fireworks bought on the edge of town, goofy sing-a-longs in Folsom stadium (Deep and Wide, Old Mr. Ford) and of course…bike parades! Dressing up a bike with red white and blue streamers and cruising around town is as American as [...] 538 views |
The death of Uhaulby Ryan van Duzer on Jun 10, 2010 Moving by bike is easy, all you need are bikes, trailers a group of happy bicyclists, pizza and beer! Boulder is known as a weird town….or maybe progressive is the correct word. DC native turned crunchy Boulderite Jeff Pedelty recently decided to move his house by bike. Yes, that includes mattresses, couches, love seats, dressers [...] 762 views |
Proud to be an American..! {funny videos}by Ryan van Duzer on May 26, 2010 The Bolder Boulder: one of the biggest races in the country, it was recently named the best 10km by Runner’s World. My absolute favorite day of the year is just a few days away. No, it’s not the 420 celebration at CU. It’s Memorial Day—my Christmas. I’ve been running the Bolder Boulder since I was [...] 1,089 views |
Community Cycles is Saving the World!by Ryan van Duzer on May 19, 2010 Community Cycles is creating a culture of cycling in Boulder, their goal: Get people on bikes! 619 views |
Portland…Bikes Bikes Bikes…and minor league soccer.by Ryan van Duzer on May 17, 2010 Portland’s famous for its plethora of bike lanes. But bike parking is really what makes it outshine every other cycling city. I found myself in Portland, Oregon this past weekend, and it lived up to its reputation as Best Bike City in America (even better than bike friendly Boulder). No offense to my beloved Boulder, [...] 1,497 views |
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