Ways to Participate and Pitch In

 

Many people have asked how they can participate or support as Luke and Chris make their way across the globe. We’ve accomplished some pretty amazing things with a small, all-volunteer team of family and friends. And yet, as we remain ambitious, we’re always in need of a few extra hands.

Here are several ways - please get in touch via email or social media if you have any ideas!

From Home or Wherever You Are:

  • Cheerleading and participation. I am cycling on a tandem for a reason - join me! You don’t have to cycle with me to participate in what Bristol2Beijing is all about. Put on your trainers and get outside for something active - you can even get your own Bristol2Beijing kit

  • Spread the word. Share Bristol2Beijing and the CanLive message with your networks (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Weibo). It also helps if you share the Bristol2Beijing Podcast and give us a rating wherever you get your podcasts.

  • Media. We have been successful at finding our way into print, video, and radio media in several parts of the world (see 2021 news roundup). This is one of the best ways to reach new people. Do you have ideas or connections for me and Bristol2Beijing in your country or along the expedition route? Do email us

  • Donate. This has been a rough couple years for charities, too. Our five wonderful charity partners continue to do amazing work with very tight budgets (donate to our charity partners). We have also been able to finance the trip thus far thanks to generous sponsors. As we approach the end of the expedition with our London Leg, we do not need additional funds to cover the costs of the expedition.

Along the Route:

  • Sport club connections. Are you connected to any cyclists, outdoor clubs, or adventure groups in any of the countries along the expedition route? I could use some help making contact with people who want to get active with me!

  • Offers of accommodation. I am doing a lot of camping, but a guest room, shower, and a good conversation is always welcome.

  • Schools and universities. I am eager to share the CanLive message with young people as I travel (I also speak Russian!). Do you have connections or ways to introduce me to a receptive audience of students?

  • Changemakers. I have been so impressed with the transformational work of powerful and kindhearted people and organisations I have met along the route. Are you aware of or connected to people or groups I should meet?

My expedition route is a sketch because it’s not realistic to know precisely how and when I may be able to get from place to place. See more accurately where I am via my GPS tracking system