Guestbook 02/11/2009
 

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Lloyd Burgess

Wed, 04 Mar 2009 09:01:11

'I have long harboured the dream of cycling into the distance, but whilst the desirability of such a trip has gradually intensified, up until recently I perceived the feasibility as being low.'

GREAT CHAT! Has this been taken straight from our FYP project?

 

Pete Mounfield

Wed, 04 Mar 2009 10:34:16

Im just building upon the great work of Burgess et al, placing another brick into the wall of knowledge.

Shapero will love it that his work is being applied in the field of long distance cycling.

 

Mark Marriott

Tue, 31 Mar 2009 14:39:20

"I don't think my mates realised just how serious I actually was about doing this, so obviously I won't be holding anybody to their drunken sponsorship offers"

Mate. What are you talking about???? Of course we knew you would do it. This was just credit card roulette part two and this time for a good cause. I will be very surprised if there is even one welcher in Team Tuborg (and yes, Handley, that includes you).

Otherwise, great blog. Keep up the good work.

 

Daniela

Thu, 02 Apr 2009 12:51:00

Hi Pete,

your idea sounds so cool. i dream about making long trip on the bike long time. So I wanted to know if i can join in. I have had experience cycling in norway but only middle no north. I could have time only 2 months maybe more...so if you need some company for a few weeks let me know...
i look forward to hearing you soon
Daniela

 

Marthinus

Fri, 17 Apr 2009 06:35:04

Hi Pete,

Good luck with your trip. Feel free to come say "HI" if you pass here in RSA.

 

Fred

Fri, 17 Apr 2009 09:24:22

Hey ex-housemate!

Good luck for the tour! You still plan to come back for a couple of hours [and beers] to say goodbye, right?

If not, good luck and enjoy the ride!

Fred

 

David Netherwood

Sat, 25 Apr 2009 05:19:52

Hi Pete
Good to learn of your progress in Norway and plucky Daniela joining you for the ride.So it's snowing in Norway - what a surprise! Hopefully by the time you read this you'll have reached the starting point and be on your way. We'll follow your porgress with interest. Take care. Love from us all
Mavis

 

margaret morris

Thu, 30 Apr 2009 14:17:10

Pete - Good Luck! We met in Porlock Chapel a while back and tonight I have been talking with your Mum at the FE Centre in Minehead [she has been playing the flute and I have been birding] and I learned that the trip you had been dreaming is beginning to take shape. Well done you! Enjoy every moment and experience as you travel on. Shall be sponsoring you. Go safely. God bless. mm

 

nina

Fri, 01 May 2009 00:29:15

Nice surprise for 1st of May. Take care both of you. Will be following your trip keeping fingers crossed.

 

Ruth Mounfield (Pete's Mum)

Mon, 04 May 2009 01:55:46

Great to hear that you reached the starting point at Nordkapp on27th April and are now in Finland.

What we don't know is did you brave the cold and change your underwear?! Hope you have access to a computer soon .... the suspense is getting too much.

Love you. Mum xx

 

Pete Mounfield

Wed, 06 May 2009 07:09:11

Thanks for all the best wishes and for the sponsorship. The weather is much improved now and im still pedalling on..

 

David Netherwood

Wed, 06 May 2009 12:35:52

Happy 25th birthday Peter. Congrats on reaching a quarter century. Hope you have a brilliant day. Glad you've got to Finland. Keep pedalling, keep well and safe! Lots of love, Mavis, David and us all.

 

Pete's Mum and Dad

Wed, 06 May 2009 23:52:52

Happy 25th birthday. You have done more in your 25 years that we have done in our combined 123 years!! We are so proud of you. Hope you have a great birthday. Love Mum & Dad.

 

Mark Marriott

Thu, 07 May 2009 14:20:44

Pete you absolute legend.
Keep going mate. Great stuff.
Maj.

 

Bridget

Fri, 08 May 2009 13:02:17

Hi Pete
I'm enjoying reading aout your progress from here in Indiana. Hope you had a great Birthday. Good Luck for the rest of your trip.
Bridget

 

Ulf Strohbehn

Fri, 08 May 2009 22:25:10

Hi Pete and Daniela,
great meeting you in Viitasaari yesterday. Here's a little motivator: You are welcome to stay for free at our guesthouse in Blantyre, Malawi. Let's keep in touch.
with blessings, Ulf.

 

Marko

Sat, 09 May 2009 09:49:23

Hi guys,
What a great trip you're on! If you don't have anything planned for Helsinki, I'd like to meet you and offer a place to crash...
Because I'm planning a ride up to Nordkapp this summer, so I could use some first-hand info :)
My place is a studio in the centre of the city, with a sofa and some matresses on the floor.
When getting closer to Helsinki, you can give me a call at 050-5011-587...

Cheers
Marko

 

Klaus

Mon, 18 May 2009 09:57:48

"Let our people travel light and free on their bicycles." Ed. Abbey

Man, just keep pedalin. Only wish you were doing the states, so I could offer you a place to stay and a respite from the canines.

I want to ride my bicycle. I want to ride...

Have fun,

klaus
Missouri, USA

 

Mary Kelly

Mon, 18 May 2009 12:30:48

Well done Peter. Its great to see you are still pedalling. I am following your progress and enjoying your blogs. Take care

Mary, Andrew and Ashley

 

Lloyd Burgess

Tue, 19 May 2009 09:25:26

Morning Major!! Great to receive your updates- Anna gets some odd looks on the train when she laughs out loud reading your lesquitamate reports each day.

Morning.

 

Thomas

Thu, 21 May 2009 06:29:30

Peter respect!!!!!

Check this free game!!!
www.tourtoto.net

Best regards, Thomas

 

marko

Thu, 28 May 2009 02:15:22

Hi Pete!
One thing I was wondering about, as you encounter all these nice people etc: how do the car drivers treat you? Last summer in Oz I had a lot of drivers honking at me, but I was never sure if it was for encouragement or discouragement! "Godspeed & good luck, you biker!", or "Get off of the road, you buffoon!". What's your experience on the matter? :)

Godspeed...
marko

 

Joel Gray

Mon, 01 Jun 2009 03:38:59

Hi Pete,

I saw you on the MAG website! We thought we where mad doing the trip we have just completed! :0)

Best of luck with your trip.

Please email me if you think I could be of any assistance! I know we when down the west coast, but we did go across to Mozambique as well! I know some good places to stay in southern Africa! Especially just outside Cape Town, where I currently am!

I was going to put a link on our website to your website if that is ok? I will await your approval!

Once again, best of luck.

All the best,

Joel
www.kapp-to-cape-08.co.uk

 

Pete

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 03:06:36

Hi Marko

Yes I have had a few car drivers honking at me. I am not sure what they are expressing either, but I hope some are just saying hello. However on some busy Polish roads cars have honked then almost run me off the road, so i guess it is a warning in some scenario's.

Pete

 

Kris

Tue, 09 Jun 2009 00:56:54

Respect Peter !

Very nice website you have made !

 

Mark Marriott

Sat, 13 Jun 2009 09:39:43

MORNING GATSBY!

Best quote so far:
Sat May 23rd "I ended up peeing out of the upstairs window."

Team Tuborg salute you.

 

Jorjeta(Ruse, Bulgaria)

Tue, 16 Jun 2009 06:34:55

Zdravey!
Hope you are OK. Hope you liked the bread. Hope dogs and snakes do not disturb you:)
Hope you have bought a better sun-protection cream and did not get a terrible sunburn:)

 

Denise Sage

Sun, 28 Jun 2009 03:53:18

We hope you are now feeling better. We read your blog with great interest.

We're sure life will never be the same again for you after this trip & we're envious !

Keep plugging Exmoor & Porlock in particular - you're a great ambassador

Love
Denise & Co
Porlock Visitor Centre

 

Pete's Dad

Sun, 28 Jun 2009 08:50:58

Your'e a star!

Keep on cycling!!

Hope it's not too hot in Africa.Dont get too much of a suntan!!

Love

Dad and Mum.

 

Pete's Mum

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 14:44:30

We've just cycled the Hadrian's Wall Cycleway and it was hot! Can't imagine what it must be like cycling in extreme heat. Do take care .. we want you back safe & sound to exchange cycling stories!! Love Mum

 

James

Tue, 07 Jul 2009 15:13:55

Hi Pete,

I'm fascinated by your adventure. It sounds like a great mission! I hope all goes well for you on the way.

I've been looking at various cyclists' journals recently because I'm thinking of doing a cycle tour of Europe for 5 months during my gap year. I'm hoping to go around 10,000 miles to raise sponsorship for the Stroke Association, but at present it's just at the "crazy idea" stage!

I've got a few questions about your cycling trip. Firstly, what has been your daily budget whilst in Europe? Could you cope with food and accommodation for £10 a day? Is it easy to find food? Secondly, do you think it would be possible to do the expedition without a tent, just searching for accommodation on the way? Also do you have to get visas for all the different countries, is this expensive?

Thanks and best wishes,
James.

 

Tom

Tue, 14 Jul 2009 04:59:44

Hi Pete,
It sounds like you're having a superb time, i'm so impressed with what you're doing and love reading your blog. Make the most of every day. I'll sponsor you £1 for every country you cycle through. Keep it up, Tom C.

 

Enis

Fri, 17 Jul 2009 12:43:18

Hi Peter,
I hope you will remember me because I'm the Cop with motocycle in Konya, who wanted to change his motocycle (A Honda Varadero 1000cc) with your bike:P
I know that you have the power and faith to reach your target.
As I told you, did you visit Mevlana Museum?
Hope to hear from you.
---------------------------
Dear Peter's Mom and Dad,
I met Peter today in a gas station, when I realised that he was very thirsty, I ordered a glass of orange juice for him. I think he was happy to find someone who speaks English well. He was tired of cycling but he was in great condition, dont worry about him because we the Turks are known with our hospitality;)But after Turkiye I cant give you the same guarantie:D

Enis

 

Pete's Mum & Dad

Fri, 17 Jul 2009 15:05:21

Dear Enis

Thank you so much for helping Peter. We really appreciate the help and encouragement that he has been given by yourself and so many other people. He is a long way from home and we miss him, but are proud of what has achieved so far.
With best wishes, Ruth and Howard

 

mustafa

Mon, 20 Jul 2009 14:50:58

slm seni tebrik ederim dünyayı gezdigin için

 

Mark Marriott

Wed, 22 Jul 2009 13:47:31

The Tour de France is coming to a climax, but they ain't got nothing on you!

Love the sound of tea in Turkey...

Keep on pedaling mate :-)

 

Lloyd Burgess

Fri, 24 Jul 2009 07:59:14

Trust in Tuborg and he will trust in you. I STILL cant believe what you are doing - amazing!!!

You are Mr Legit.

 

Bridget

Thu, 30 Jul 2009 08:48:40

Hi Pete

I'm following your progress with interest, you are doig fantastically. Be careful though - I can alreday see its getting harder for you in Turkey than in Northern Europe. We've pretty much finished our year in USA, we fly home in 9 days time. Its been really interesting, but I'll be glad to be home. Keep writing - its fscinating.
Bridget

 

Babs

Mon, 03 Aug 2009 02:47:25

Hi Pete - I work with your Mum and play music with her too! I am totally glued to your epic adventure and think you are just amazing and very brave! Take care and good luck for the rest of the miles - I am dumbstruck by what you are doing and will be sponsoring you. You are inspiring me to cycle more here at home!!
Best wishes from Babs

 

peter bolton

Fri, 21 Aug 2009 17:11:32

Hi Pete

still hoping that more of my family and friends in Southern Africa as well as my other contacts especially Travel Industry ones will jump on the bandwagon and support you ... total respect to you for what you are doing ..

take care and be safe Peter

 

Mark Marriott

Mon, 07 Sep 2009 08:52:52

MORNING... Gatsby - you the man. Don't worry, Sudan won't bite.
Maj.

 

David & Mavis

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 11:28:28

Well done Peter on getting to Sudan!
Youy blog makes riveting reading and viewing. Keep pedalling safely.
Lots of love from The Netherwood Clan.

 

Denise

Wed, 30 Sep 2009 13:58:54

Dear Pete
I am constantly amazed at your adventures. Life will never be the same for you in Porlock.

We are all VERY proud of you.

KEEP going.

Love
Denise & Co
Porlock Visitor Centre

 

siwy

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 02:37:15

hi just found your web page as i was checking out pics of nordkapp. me and my mate been cycling this year from scotland through Nordkapp to Poland (our fathers land:)it was amaizing experience. it must have been freezing in norway in april:) I wish you all the tail wind and no punctures. Keep on cycling!!! EAT SHIT CYCLE!!! good luck man

 

James Madison

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 00:45:45

Trust in Tuborg and he will trust in you. I STILL cant believe what you are doing - amazing!!!

 

David Davidson

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 09:55:32

Peter

Excellent having you around, and we enjoyed you travel stories. Glad I could show you some exotic animals in Umfolozi Game Reserve. Hope the wild life was not to scary! You are doing well and hope the overhauled bike keeps on going.

Regards David and Bronwyn

 



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