Boys, I haven't read any of your blogs (until now) for 2 reasons. Firstly, because I am hugely jealous of the adventure you are both undertaking, and I don't want to highten my misery. And secondly because I didn't think that either of you could actually construct a decent sentence.
I have just been proved very wrong. I have read every single blog and been absolutely riveted. World class, I imagine Bill is responsible for the majority of it, or at least has proof read anything that Ross wrote, because the spelling's not bad. But seriously, it sounds incredible and its great to see that not only have you been working really hard out there (loved the story of being munched by flies whilst changing Ross' tyre twice! genius!), but your also clearly having a really interesting time and making the most of your free moments. The zoo you visited near La Paz reminded me of one I saw in Mexico where the chief attraction was a starving goat.
Your both missed over here. Iv organised a footy game shrewsbury vs fram (where sprake went to school) this weekend, I could've done with you both chopping up at centre back, but we'll have to make do without until the rematch next year. Brydon and Harden are playing upfront together which should be interesting, chances are neither of them will do anything but if they do manage to score then the rest of us are going to have to put up with the vastly exaggerated accounts of their respective goals, for months to come!
I miss you both.
Stay positive
Maggie x
Well done boys, what an adventure! I have been very interested in your travels as Iona is off to South America in March, I shall tell her to tune in! Look forward to hearing the full story when you return! Much love Di x
Over the Andes the Easy Way I can't believe how many miles you guys and your bikes have already eaten up. Hope your wheels are still serving you well and not giving you too many problems. Your zoo reminds me of the one in Paris whose star is an ageing yak with dreadlocks. The campsite in your last blog sounded deadful, you must have been relieved to get out of there. You aren't missing much over here apart from rain, wind and cold..... so enjoy the sun while it lasts. The family and I are all very impressed and willing you on. Very much looking forwards to seeing you on the other side.
Keep up the good work,
Ed
Keep Going Mate Mate great work keep it up
As tiny would say great PF and 'Money in the Bank'
We were doing class and won our first 3 league games no tries conceeded! We then lost to bottom of the league in an awful match. then the next week we beat top of the league so it is weird! You would have been gutted to have missed the classy game we played last sat a 0-0 draw!
Mate first time I have seen the blogs and actually realised what an amazing thing you 2 guys are doing keep it up!
also my one tip would be have you seen back to the future? try grabbing a truck and letting it pull you along!!!
awesome work though fellas
well done! Hey guys, I'm so glad you succeeded in cycling across my country, you're both amazing!! As I told you before, not many would do the same, including Peruvians....and I also think there's someone above looking after you =)
Over the border Another exciting dose of Bland/Forest adventures - including culture this time! Went to the Bike Hub yesterday - Pete's up to date on your travels!
welcome Raphael! All seems to be going smoothly...mustnt talk too soon!! Still thinking of you all and just to let you know our muscles are aching in unison. Keep on spining those wheels
Al Humphries I persuaded Tricia with the greatest of ease to come and listen to Alistairs' (OS Rt) talk on his travels on a bicycle - am sure you have read his books - 4 years it took him to go around the world! He was brilliant and inspiring and maybe this is what YOU will both be doing when you come back....he is finding it very difficult to settle down to a desk job - so just plans more adventures instead! Will back from Belize - it was NOT a holiday - but he looked well! Keep going!
Well, this is proving a trip you do not go on everyday! Photos are great and very much looking forward to the Bolivian chapter of the adventure. Will be interesting to know what it is like in comparison to Peru. Will the Llamas be the same? Can you cycle back to Lake Titicaca for some more photos? Keep Safe! Grandmere, Grandpere are very proud of you both! Auntie C
Wooohoooo....onto Bolivia Absolutely loving the blog guys. Pictures are fantastic (i'm printing off the odd one and hanging it in my office). All my (new) friends at work are now following your adventures. Keep it up. Tons of love
p.s. I particularly enjoyed the comparison of the inca ruins to the ancient roman and egyptian ones, good point.
Cusco to Puno More great photos - you both look so well. Rob is back from Belize, escaped the scorpians and the snakes...he is catching up on your blogs when he can! Keep 'em coming.
Wow!! Ross, have just been looking at all your photographs, love the one of the cows on the beach!
You look as though you are both having a great time. I am very impressed with your progress and the colossal amount you have raised so far.
Keep on pedalling and hope to see you when I next come down to Shropshire to stay with Debs.
Janet
Terrific Blog Well done guys, so impressed by your progress. The blog is brilliant! Great photos. I remember Aguas Calientes, stopped there after trekking to Macchu Picchu, a very welcome stop. Keep going and stay safe.
Everyone willing you on at Carlton Hill......
x
Keep Calm and Carry On Guys you are doing amazingly, and seeing some amazing things. Ross you are right I should deffo have come with you. I hope your Merino wool undercrackers are holding up well. Bill I'm very impressed that you haven't fallen off yet, but a little disappointed that you didn't catch Ross' tumble on camera. Seriously, I am glad to see that you are both well and still managing to smile. Anyhoo, keep up the good work and keep writing.
P.S. Ross it looks like your beard is going to cost me some money.
Don't drink the water! Another two stages done; another two exciting blogs - always good to read about things AFTER the event - falls, breakdowns, WATER issues....ahhhh, keep hydrated guys...water over food! We are all gripped and waiting for the next instalment.... x
Good stuff Keep going boys! Sounds like your having an awesome time, although I can imagine ploughing uphill at 5000m is worse than a one on one conversation with Brydon.
Bloody annoying Peruvians stealing your downhill also - but probably better than taking on the storm.
Bill, you will be pleased to hear that my 'Moooo' is coming along nicely. And good to see the rankest Salomon hat ever has been sported!
Keep the blogs coming, enjoying the read and photos. and keep cracking on! Look forward to a welcome home rat session on your return.
Hope the arse is OK.
Go For It!!!!!! You two are extremely brave, but what an experience you will be able to talk about for years to come. I do hope you are taking mega amounts of photos. Are they downloaded anywhere on the internet for storage? Would like to know more about the skulls in the mountain. Ancient burials or warnings?? Do Take Care and I look forward to the next chapter of the journey. Ross, I am looking forward to a postcard or a Lama (preferably not spitting) for Christmas. Keep Safe. C
Put your hands up for Ross and Bill!! You're doing so well =) Not many people would dare to do such a long journey on bike. You are both my heroes!! ...and by the way, nice pics =D
Love reading about your adventures! Looks amazing!
I am just about to enter a huge storm on the ship and the wind is already tipping us sideways...
Please take care both of u
xxxxxxx
Thanks to all for such great support and especially to those who donated funds. In the end we did it!
I have noticed that there are still plenty of people reading this blog. Before and during our trip I read many blogs like ours in order to research what we were getting ourselves into. Seeing that there are still people visiting our site leads me to believe that other tour cyclists are doing research just like we did. If you fall under this category then do feel free to get in touch. I am more than happy to help as I remember how daunting the whole thing was.
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Keep going boys!
Well done! Your blog makes very good reading - thanks very much! With special good wishes to Ross from Kate's Auntie B xxxxxxxxx