This summer I’ve been involved with conceptualizing and planning the next W2W expedition to be staged in India. As our research deepens, we are getting increasingly excited about where the next series will take us – not only physically, but also in terms of making the difference we are determined to make. Over the course …
For the past few months I’ve been working on the travel and adventure aspects of the second W2W expedition. The next installment of Wheel2Wheel will be based in India, so establishing a viable route is key. India is so diverse, so there’s lots to cover tourism-wise. With each area boasting a variety of temples, sacred grounds, lakes, …
I’m planning the route for Wheel2Wheel II. The upcoming series will be based in India, so I’ve really gotten to know the country’s culture, tourism highlights and geography much better. India is set to be one of the most densely populated countries in the world and is constantly changing as it experiences huge economic expansion. …
With 17,000 plus kilometers behind him, 90 odd days in the saddle and many lives touched my brother Morgan will arrive in his country of birth sometime early in June 2011 no doubt a changed man. As an older brother it is your responsibility to look after your younger brother. But with a younger …
Heading off on a 4 month expedition through 10 countries creates a long list of things to do before you leave! One of the key items on that list has been determining the right photographic equipment to arm myself with. I’m talking about ‘still’ photography now, as the video cameras are being spec’ed by Wheel2Wheel production partner …
Today, the last of three mammoth boxes arrived from Niedereschach in Germany. Touratech is the world’s leading accessories and parts supplier for BMW motorbikes. Luckily for us, they agreed to sponsor Wheel2Wheel with some amazing parts to get the BMW800GS ready to take on the world! Like most German manufacturers, these guys operate with an enviable level …
I’m crossing emotional thresholds every day now. One moment I’m excited at what lies ahead – an expedition of epic proportions, the unpredictability of the outcome and the freedom of roaming the planet. On the other hand I’m realising more and more how much I’m going to miss Aria and the rest of my family. …
Today I started my series of Personal Training sessions, kindly provided by Asia’s premier gym PURE, which will hopefully allow me to reach my absolute peak conditioning for departure on 1 March 2011. I’m training with Sundance and we plan to squeeze 40 sessions into the next 71 days. The aim is to create strength, …
Well 16 weeks post my ACL Lars replacement operation and today I climbed to the summit on Mt Annpuri on my touring skis and skins. I feel all my training and rehab getting ready for Wheel2Wheel has really paid off on this milestone today. The lifts still aren’t open at Niseko so I believe I …
We are absolutely thrilled that the coolest active wear brand in the world – Lululemon Athletica – has stepped forward to sponsor Wheel2Wheel’s training apparel for pre-expedition conditioning and casual clothing during the 2011 charity adventure. Levina, Paige, Jodi and Morgan are huge fans of Lululemon, so Wheel2Wheel is particularly excited to have them on …