On the 6th of April 2005, cousins Jamie Mackenzie and Ben Wylson set off on their bikes on a journey which will take them to over 50 countries and to every one of the worlds great continents, all without the use of an aeroplane.
Tuesday, February 22, 2005: GPS donated
Very kindly, the father of one of Ben's clients has donated a Global Positioning System to FWE. At the touch of a button, we will be able to let you know exactly where we are on the earth's surface.
Wednesday, February 09, 2005: a photo-shoot and a car
car
Jo Self, our patron, has kindly donated her car -a black 1954 Austin- to be auctioned for Free Wheels East and ITDG.
photo-shoot
Yesterday we went into London to take pictures of Jo and the painting she has donated called 'Petunia'. Look out for the photographs on the website.
bikes
We are trying to decide between Thorn Ravens with the Rohluff hub and Koga World Travelers! Any suggestions, let us know.
Wednesday, February 02, 2005: dontwalk to film ride
Dontwalk are a new-media and video production company who have decided to take on the filming of Free Wheels East over the next three years.
Currently Dontwalk are in the process of organising a meet-up with Bruce Parry -the presenter of BBC2's 'Tribe'. We want lots of advice on how to film in the middle of nowhere!
: painting donated
Patron
"I was inspired by the pioneering spirit of the cousins and would like to encourage other young people to escape the great pot noodle years." (Jo Self 2005)
Jo has kindly donated a painting: 'Petunia' -2001 71x71cm which she describes as being 'Red Like Indian Summer!'
'Petunia' will be auctioned in aid of Free Wheels East. One third of the sale will be donated to our charity ITDG. If you would like to place a bid, or make an offer, please call: 01732 700 439
Please note: A reserve figure has been set at £8,000
More information and a picture of the painting will soon be available.
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