SPonsors

I am grateful to the following without who's help I wouldn't make it to the start line at all:

Thomas's Cycle Revolution Ipswich

Cycle Revolution not only gave me a discount on my high cost bike and accessories, they were also kind enough to give me some serious training on bike maintenance and repair that will be invaluable on the road.

They are Suffolk's premier cycle store and have two showrooms, one in Ipswich and one in Colchester.

Dragoman Overland

Dragoman Overland gave me invaluable information on my route including hazards, accomodation and lots more!

They are in my opinion the best overlanding company and I had a great few months (bar the maleria!) touring Africa with them in 2007.

IMP Sport

IMP Sport have very kindly made me some custom cycle jerseys at a massively reduced cost, thanks to Peter Merrick.

IMP are the best in the business for custom cycle and triathlon gear.

The Royal Geographical Society

I cannot thank the RGS enough for running Explore 2009 which is a convention for explorers and geographers held at their headquarters next to the Albert Hall in London every November. I had a chance to meet many like minded souls bent on pushing the limits of madness as well as experienced long distance cyclists, other explorers, equipment suppliers and manufacturers.

Pascal et Florence

Pascal and Florence very generously put me up for the night in their deighful guesthouse near Lyon when I was passing by, I would warmly recommend a visit. They are very generous and kind and there are a wealth of activities available in the area. Their website can be found by clicking the photo of the house.

Hugh & Mary Wolley

Finally my biggest helpers of all, my parents. Their support includes, but is not limited to - free lodgings, free food, interest free loans, laundry services, the hijacking of their Christas card list for fundraising, help with budgeting (Dad), help with fundraising (Mum) and of course unconitional love!