Arrived at BWI and flew out to Seattle via Phoenix. Before leaving BWI we were asked if we were biking the Tour de France. I guess we look the part of professional riders already.
During our layover in Phoenix Jeff brought good karma to our trip by catching an older gentleman as he fell out of his wheelchair. The wheelchair was being pushed by a priest who was greatly appreciative. Definitely good karma.
We were able to sweet talk our way into renting a HUGE Ford F-150 quad cab pick-up truck to get us to our starting point in Anacortes. While here in Seattle we made a stop to the REI flagship store which was impressive to say the least (they have mountain biking and hiking trails as part of the store).
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Anacortes, Washington to Bar Harbor, Maine
Biking over 4,300 miles, through 15 states, across 1 continent, in 50 days or less!
Our Route
Anacortes, Washington to Bar Harbor, Maine
Charity and Biking Links
Our Mission
Most of you know us as two fools from JMU, which to be quite honest, we are. For those who don't know us, we are Matt and Jeff, aka Holland and Soule.
This summer we are taking on the title of "Two Blokes on Spokes" as we bike from Seattle to Maine to raise money for cancer research. Jeff is raising money for the National Brain Tumor Society in memory of his father, Thomas Soule and Matt is raising money for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.
Our goal is to raise $1 for every mile that we each pedal across the U.S. 4,300 miles x 2 blokes = $8,600.
Follow us along our route and determine at which point, and for how long you would like to support us by giving dollars for miles.
To donate to the National Brain Tumor Society or the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society please use the links above.
We have also provided links to the charities' websites so that you may learn more about the amazing work that these two organizations are doing to combat cancer.
Thank you for your help.
This summer we are taking on the title of "Two Blokes on Spokes" as we bike from Seattle to Maine to raise money for cancer research. Jeff is raising money for the National Brain Tumor Society in memory of his father, Thomas Soule and Matt is raising money for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.
Our goal is to raise $1 for every mile that we each pedal across the U.S. 4,300 miles x 2 blokes = $8,600.
Follow us along our route and determine at which point, and for how long you would like to support us by giving dollars for miles.
To donate to the National Brain Tumor Society or the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society please use the links above.
We have also provided links to the charities' websites so that you may learn more about the amazing work that these two organizations are doing to combat cancer.
Thank you for your help.
About The Blokes
- Matt and Jeff
- Matthew Holland is a 3rd grade teacher at Douglas MacArthur Elementary School in Alexandria, Virginia. He is also an assistant rowing coach for T.C. Williams High School. In addition to his 2003 cross country ride, Matt has also done multiple long-distance rides, including the Seagull Century ride with Team In-Training in which over $60,000 was raised for cancer research. Jeff Soule recently competed in the United States Army's Best Ranger Competition with his brother Greg. Jeff and his brother spent three grueling days competing against some of the best athletes across the military. Jeff and Greg finished second overall. Jeff also competes in numerous multi-day adventure races around the US.
4 comments:
Jeff,
Just took a look at your blog and saw your route. I'll be at my parents house in Wausau, WI from July 9-20. If you're passing through and need a place to camp, shower, get water or food please let us know what we can do. They have a big house on the river there and you two can sleep indoors or out and do any tune-ups or repairs if you need to.
Best of luck!!,
Erica Thompson (253-219-3297)
or Nick (315-489-3066)
Mutt and Jeff: We hope you started Le Tour on a beautiful, sunny morn with full stomachs and empty bladders. You're in our prayers for a safe and enlightening journey and we will contact you again for an opportunity you may wish to try once on the northern plains. "Pedal on, pedal on, pedal for miles, pedal on."
~ the Gormleys, with Luka Bloom
Hello, fellows! What a great ride already, eh? If - IF - you aren't familiar with the Irishman Luka Bloom's song "Acoustic Motorbike" you may want to be introduced via someone else's photo montage on YouTube: type in All Around US & Acoustic Motorbike and enjoy this delightful ear and eye candy (I don't recommend the Kever53 version also on YT). Maureen and I have used the CD alone for a number of years as I ate a lite breakfast before heading out on my MS-150 rides; it will drift back to the front of your brains as needed during this journey. Have fun, stay safe, and HAVE FUN. ~ the Spoken4
Hey Big sexy,
Just saw you're picture and read your blog. You look sun and wind beaten. Big mama said when u return she will have a big pot of vettles waiting for ya!
lov ya
Big mama linberg/Terry
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