… when you take it one step at a time. So we believe! Many probably think we’re out of our minds when we say we are going to Perth… on our push bikes. “Isn’t it like 4,000 or 5,000kms away?” is a common expression.
We used to commute approximately 15km one way to work with our bikes that takes about an hour. That makes 30km a day, and we were no pro bikies. Nope, we didn’t have our cycle shoes and jerseys back then. ;) If we commute the same distance each day for roughly 2 hours, in 150 days we would have clocked 4,500km cycling. Easy!
Given the extraordinary characteristics of human physique, our bodies learn to adapt and our muscles grow stronger (provided we nourish them well). For anyone starting to ride, 30km a day would become 40km, 50km and 60km... and eventually 100km a day. Then it would take us less than 150 days to make 4,500km. Easy!
Sue came across much more than a few websites on people sharing their stories about travelling on push bikes whether across Australia or around the world. Check them out!
Their story inspired our trip when Sue first read an article about them in the Women’s Health Magazine Australia. Sue has been in correspondence with Clea, who has been very kind to share their experiences, tips and supportive words!
TravellingTwo: Bicycle Touring Around The World
Andrew and Friedel started travelling around the world on their bikes in 2006. When their tour ended in October 2009, they clocked an incredible 48,000km! They moved to the Netherlands and their blog continues to offer an abundance of stories, tips and advices on cycling and bike touring.
The Cycle Strongman Expedition (CSX)
This solo expedition by Chris started in March 2009 from Newcastle NSW. As Chris put it, “The eight year odyssey will involve cycling around the globe (covering Australia, Asia, the Middle East, Europe, Africa and the Americas), sailing across two oceans and eight seas and (if luck, health and good winds have it) all the way back home again. The CSX is as much a personal journey about self discovery as a catalyst to inspire individuals.”
Across The Nullarbor on Two Wheels
This one-page website shares a story about a couple from Scotland that touches Sue personally. Colin wrote in 1986 about his travel with Louise across the Nullarbor from Perth to Sydney with bare necessities. They shared one towel, one sleeping bag and had neither a tent nor cooking equipment.
So there you have it. Anything and everything is possible when you take it one step at a time. No matter what your goal is, set your heart to it and learn from the setbacks. Then, take the next step. Easy!
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Honestly admire you guys on doing this... And you're so right about doing it one step at a time. You have no idea how inspiring your adventure is. Hugs from hk! Ws.
ReplyDeleteGreat to hear from you the other day Lukas, thanks for taking the time. Keep rolling and stay safe mate. I never thought I would be but in some ways I'm jealous of this amazing freedom that you guys have found out there. Then again I hate the outdoors. haha. Love to Sue. Cheers, Ray.
ReplyDelete...They shared one towel, one sleeping bag and had neither a tent nor cooking equipment...
ReplyDeleteok, now you know what to do: share one bike - that seems possible. share one jean - might be possible also, share one computer - impossible!
Hi.Just wondering what are you guys doing now and where are you located?
ReplyDelete@Sun Fu, CHONG
ReplyDeleteHi Chong, we are currently in Europe. Are you planning a cycle trip across Australia too? Let us know...
Sue