The Pan-Eurasian Bike Trip

A very special thanks to all of our sponsors who helped make this trip possible.

Thank you!

SteriPEN®

SteriPEN® designs the only portable water purifier that uses ultraviolet (UV) light to destroy waterborne microbes. The SteriPEN is a quick and safe means of sterilizing water abroad, either from a hotel tap or a remote mountain stream, which kills viruses, bacteria and protozoa—including Giardia and Cryptosporidium—in seconds. This water filter was by far the best lightweight and effective option for our bike trip across Asia and Europe. We are so thankful that SteriPEN was kind enough to give us one of their pens, a solar recharger to power the pen's battery with sunlight, and including us on the Athletes section of their website. For more information on SteriPEN go to www.steripen.com and thanks again!

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Bikeman

It would have been nearly impossible to have done the trip without the help and support of the folks at the Bikeman bicycle shop located in Woolwich, Maine since 1976. Bikeman is a great place to purchase bikes, get your bike repaired, or stock up on gear before a long tour. Their website is easy to use and offers a helpful live support option where you can chat with an employee online or get information about and order parts, so it's not surprising that people all over the U.S. and abroad turn to Bikeman for all of their cycling needs. Again, we are eternally grateful to them for their assistance in planning our bike trip and the generous discount they offered us as we purchased our gear. For more information go to www.bikeman.com or call 1-800-BIKEMAN.

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Epic Sports

Thank you very much to Epic Sports of Bangor, Maine for offering us a discount on some of the camping equipment we purchased prior to leaving for Russia. Epic Sports offers a wide variety of gear for runners, bikers, swimmers, mountaineers, hikers, and outdoor adventurers of all kinds. Stop by before a trip to the northern Maine woods or beyond, the friendly employees will be glad to assist you in preparing for your journey. To contact Epic Sports visit their website at www.epicsportsofmaine.com or call toll free at 1-800-466-2296.

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Lip TV

Thank you so much to Tim McCarthy, Creative Producer of Lip TV, for his generous contribution of a Panasonic video camera which enables us to document the trip through video. Tim is also the creator of Lip TV, a website which offers what's on information about Provincetown, Mass., as well as a number of interesting blogs and video. We are indebted to Tim for his support, friendship, and interest in the project. Thanks again! Go to www.liptv.us/index.asp for more information on Lip TV.

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Focal Point Studio

We were lucky enough to have met Robert Tucker of Focal Point Studio who was kind enough to print up 100 color posters to help us with our fund raising efforts before we left for Russia. Focal Point does family portraits on the beaches of Cape Cod, commercial photography, color copying and digital imaging. To contact Focal Point, visit www.focalpointstudio.com or call 508-255-6617. Thanks again Robert!

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Chris Nagle

Chris Nagle heard of our adventure on the radio. Inspired by the story and wanting to support a fellow Truro resident, he wrote with interest in making a donation to help us afford our solar technology. Chris brings a creative perspective and refreshing approach to the local real estate biz, so be sure to call him if you need help with buying or selling property on Outer Cape Cod. He wishes us well on our journey and looks forward to the stories and photos ahead. To contact Chris, go to www.kinlingrover.com/chrisnagle e-mail: chrisnagle@mac.com or call  617-285-0118

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Patagonia

Thank you very much to Patagonia for extending a discount to us on a down jacket and wool base layer to help us keep warm on those cool nights camping in Siberia. Patagonia is an amazing company which not only makes a vast array of quality clothes for the outdoor adventurer, but supports a number of environmental preservation initiatives. For more info go to www.patagonia.com

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Gore

Gore Bikewear has been a great help to The Idiots, providing us with top quality bike specific rain and winter gear at a special "Idiots only" rate. We are very thankful for their kind generosity and we absolutely love the gear!! If you are looking for great inclement bike gear, look no further!!

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GoGreenSolar.com

GoGreenSolar.com has been of unimaginable importance to us.  Deep Patel, the CEO and founder has not only given us a generous discount on our solar panels but even more importantly patiently advised us every step of the way, eventually leading us to a couple of great Sunlinq Solar Panels which we are very pleased with. Check out his sight not only for solar panels,  cool solar gadgets but also a very helpful solar blog section!!

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The Cheese Corner Deli

We would like to thank the owners of The Cheese Corner Deli, in Orleans, Massachusetts for their generous purchase of a large number of our t-shirts. The deli serves a large variety of scrumptious Scandinavian food, imported cheeses, and delicious deli sandwiches made daily on freshly baked bread. For more info visit: www.thecheesecornerdeli.com or call 508-255-1699. Thanks again!

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Pirate Shellfish

Although they did steal our third man (Nate) the Pirate Shellfish boys are always very helpful to us.

www.pirateshellfish.com

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Susan Baker Memorial Museum

Although technically not really sponsors, the owners of the Susan Baker Memorial Museum have allowed Ellery to live rent-free in their house for the last 7 years, allowing him to save up for this trip.

http://susanbakerart.com

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Town House Hill Farm

The owners of the now defunct Town House Hill Farm in Sedgwick, Maine have been kind enough during the past few months in allowing Levi to inhabit the premises for free while he saves for the bike trip. Thanks for all the love and support guys!!!

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Carding Brook Farm

We would like to thank Carding Brook Farm, located in scenic Brooklin, Maine, for providing Levi with the task of painting their house and refurbishing their zillions of windows. In addition to aiding Levi in not having to find a real job, the fine owners also put on an amazing Farmers Market every Wednesday during the summer and fall months full of organic produce and other tasty goodies. Yum!

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Kylie Silva

A huge thanks to Kylie without whom we would not have this awesome website, she alone has designed and created this website, we greatly appreciate all she has done. We owe her at least one wild night out on the town, probably several!!

Those who have supported us through T-Shirt Purchases