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Expedition March 24th, 2010I know the blog posts have been a little sparse over the past few weeks as i’ve been going over final checks, ordering last minute bits of equipment and packing the next 3 years of my life in 5 little bags. Tomorrow is the big day! I set off on my 50,000 mile journey around world.
This moment is the culmination of over 18 months planning and preparation. The bags are packed, the chain is oiled and the route is drawn. All i have to do now is pedal.
A huge thank you to everyone who has helped and supported me through the highs and lows over the past few months – I’d write a list but i’d be typing for hours (i’ll save that for the book…)! A massive thanks to my Patrons, Benedict Allen and Sir Ranulph Fiennes and everyone who has been kind enough to endorse the project. And last but not least a huge thank you to all my sponsors who have helped to make my dream a reality.
I am still looking for funding for the expedition so if you fancy making a small donation or your company would like to become a corporate sponsor, take a look at the sponsor pages to find out more.
Right then; let’s get pedalling!
March 24th, 2010 at 9:21 am
Kevin,
“One of the gladdest moments in human life, methinks, is the departure upon a distant journey into unknown lands” (which famous 19th Century explorer said that?)
I totally agree. Good to see you’re finally getting out there. Best of luck over the coming months as you break into the rhythm of the road.
Peter: http://www.thebigafricacycle.com
March 24th, 2010 at 9:24 am
Good Luck, Kev!
All the best and looking forward to hear from you from distant lands. Was hoping you gonna take off at weekend so we could come and see you off, but please accept our best wishes for your mission.
Calin & Irina
March 24th, 2010 at 11:07 am
Cheers guys. Calin – I’m at the Outdoors Show this weekend if you wanna come over and say hi
March 24th, 2010 at 3:37 pm
All the best Kev – I’m really impressed with how well organised your expedition is, and you beat me off the starting line! Hope you have a great time, I’ll be following you. Who know, maybe we’ll even run into each other on the road sometime!
Take it easy, enjoy the adventure
March 24th, 2010 at 10:50 pm
Good luck mate, I’m sure your’ll breeze it! Me, Matt, Andy & Doug will have a pint waiting for you.
March 25th, 2010 at 4:58 pm
I stumbled across your site months ago and have been gripped by this amazing adventure ever since.
The very best of luck Kevin.
Neil