Just when you think the internet has reached peak silliness, something brilliantly absurd pops up and restores your faith in online amusement. Case in point: two die-hard motorcycle enthusiasts and major fans of the iconic movie Dumb and Dumber decided to bring the film’s cross-country Aspen adventure to life. Their vehicle of choice? A meticulously crafted replica mini motor bike.
And guess what? Turns out, Harry and Lloyd might have been onto something about needing extra gloves in the Rockies.
Dumb and Dumber on Bike: Watch the Hilarious Mini-Bike Road Trip
Zack Courts and Ari Henning, the adventurous duo from RevZilla’s Common Tread, channeled their deep appreciation for Jim Carrey and Jeff Daniels’ legendary comedy by embarking on a truly unique road trip. Inspired by Harry and Lloyd’s ridiculous journey to Aspen in the 1994 cinematic masterpiece, they set out to recreate the magic (and mishaps) on two wheels. This ambitious project, initially highlighted by Laughing Squid, involved not just the ride, but also the painstaking creation of a street-legal replica of the comically undersized mini bike that starred in the movie.
To truly capture the Dumb and Dumber spirit, they even meticulously calculated the ideal time to depart from Nebraska to mirror the film’s timeline and weather conditions for reaching the famous ski destination. Their research pointed to mid-April, aiming for a t-shirt-friendly departure, just like Harry and Lloyd, but with the expectation of encountering the Rocky Mountain chill upon arrival in Colorado.
Dumb and Dumber Mini-Bike Replica Road Trip: Zack Courts and Ari Henning brave the cold.
And cold it was. Despite layering up with warm gear, the journey proved to be a true test of endurance. Riding a tiny bike thousands of feet above sea level into snow-covered mountain terrain is challenging in the best conditions, and this was far from ideal. Even a fuel adjustment to boost their top speed from a modest 29 mph to a slightly less modest 35 mph did little to alleviate the discomfort. In his detailed and entertaining account of the experience on Common Tread, Courts vividly describes the ride:
“The rider triangle is more accommodating than it looks, thanks to Ari stretching the frame to match the movie bike. The seat, on the other hand, is worse than it looks and the paint-shaker vibration rattled our joints to numbness. Ari had predicted that the novelty of the bike and the journey would wear off after about 15 minutes on the road, but I’m not sure it even lasted that long. It was overcast and frigid, with no scenery in any direction. We rode along miles of barbed-wire fence, punctuated occasionally by a gate or a sign warning us not to trespass. On some motorcycles, the thought of open pasture might be appealing, but aboard our hog it was exciting enough just staying on the straight and narrow.”
After two grueling days, Courts noted a shift, stating they were either “mastering the technique or learning to accept the punishment,” as the initially unbearable setup “almost felt normal.” Regardless, they persevered and completed their mission. In total, they covered an impressive “382 miles and burned seven gallons of gas; plus two and a half rear tires.”
Was this mini-bike adventure inspired by Dumb and Dumber a bit crazy? Absolutely. Most people wouldn’t dream of undertaking such a trip. But it’s precisely this kind of wonderfully absurd stunt that provides endless entertainment. And unlike many questionable internet challenges, this one is genuinely fun and fascinating to learn about.
