No epic journey can be completed without a community of support. Here are some of the people who merit special thanks.
- Misty Havens– assistance with getting this website set up
- Sally and Kevin Byrne— for a much-needed gift card to REI
- Ken and Debbie Carpenter– for starting a crowdfunding campaign to help us with some unexpected expenses
- Jenna Wollemann- for her advice and her never-ending support of her parents’ crazy adventures
- David Voss– encouragement and financial support
- Mox Multisports (Chicago)- helped negotiate a warranty from Felt Bicycles for my broken bike and for fast-tracking the rebuild to get us out of town on time.
- Trek Highland Park – spotted the broken frame and put me in touch with Troy from Mox Multisport.
- Boehm’s Cycle and Fitness in St. Paul, MN, and the incomparable do-it-all master mechanic Mike, who found my receipt for the original Felt bicycle purchase (from 2007!!), which fast-tracked the warranty from Felt.
(Please frequent any of these businesses, if you’re in the market for a bike or other fitness gear. These shops are staffed by talented and customer-focused experts who are willing to go the extra mile) - Other Contributors: Lee Gordon, Robin Melen, Larry Tobin, Bob Timmons, Mick Uzendoski, Karl Gude, Susie Kamb, John Moore, R. Passov, Larry Jacobs & Julie Schumacher, Mike Blahnik, Charles Doherty, Patrick Durkin and several anonymous donors. Thank you!