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Our
Presenting Sponsor
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Panasonic makes products that bring ideas to life and
we are thrilled to have them as our official technology
partner! To truly express our creativity and fulfill our
mission we rely on technology products such as digital
cameras, hi def camcorders, voice recorders and especially their famous ToughBook CF-74 computers. Gear up with the world's best at www.panasonic.com. See the products we use and why here.
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Gold Sponsors
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Black Sheep Bikes
is our bicycle frame sponsor. They will be donating
5 frames to Peace Pedalers, most of them the famous "Tangle", a "Tandem-Single"
hybrid bike that allows us to ride in "tandem
mode" to pick up guest riders we meet along the
route AND also be able to transform the bikes into
awesome single bikes for hammering the world's finest
trails! James Bleakley is one of the best bike builders
in the business. He is respected world wide for his
quality and attention to detail. If you want a SWEET
custom or stock bike, and you want the very best,
contact James today! Check his lineup at www.blacksheepbikes.com |
There is cycling clothing, then there is Assos. They are literally in a league of their own and nothing on the market compares. That's why we are so excited to work with them. Their cycling shorts are truly revolutionary
and enable us to endure long days in the saddle, day after
day, month after month. The durability is astonishing
and, dollar for dollar, they are the best value on going. So invest in the best and you'll be happy. Check them out at www.assos.com.
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Ortlieb makes the world's
finest waterproof bags, panniers and accessories.
All five bikes in the Peace Pedalers stable will
be outfitted by Ortlieb to ensure both new and veteran
Peace Pedalers will have awesome, hassle free experiences
out touring the world. We are thrilled to have the
support of Ortlieb for the rest of the expedition.
If you are looking for your next set of panniers
or waterproof gear, look no further. Ortlieb will
keep you smiling. Check out www.ortliebusa.com for products, info and store. |
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Sierra Designs
enhances your adventures by making the best in outdoor
clothing and gear, inspiring you to go outside and
play. Both in and out of our saddles we depend on
their sleeping bags, tents, and outdoor clothing
to keep us well rested, comfortable, warm, and dry. They not only make great products, but they are a world class company. See what 40 years experience in outdoor products
creates at www.sierradesigns.com. Go shopping for their gear here. |
  
All our bikes are equipped with
components, brakes and suspension from SRAM, Avid and
Rock Shox. SRAM makes bombproof and lightweight shifters,
cassettes, derailleurs and chains. Avid makes the world's
best mechanical and hydraulic brakes to stop our heavy
tandems on a dime and provide top performance in single
mode on the trails. And Rock Shox has front suspension
and rear shocks that make the tough trails and roads
of the world feel like butter. When you equip your next
ride, look no further than SRAM, Avid and Rock Shox. www.sram.com
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Silver Sponsors
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Phil Wood makes
the world's finest hubs. Period. Not only are the
fastest, but they are the longest lasting and
easiest to maintain on planet earth. I can't afford to have my hubs go out on me and I'm not a mechanic. I have been able to service my own hubs with two simple 5mm allen keys and they run like new every day! I want to kiss them! Treat yourself to the best! |
 
Royal Air Moroc and Air Senegal have the best reputation for safety and on time departures and arrival in all of Africa. They took great care of me as I hopped around Africa and I could not be happier with their services. Check out Royal Air Moroc and Air Senegal for adventures! |
Xtreme Recall makes the the world's most advanced, durable and functional helmet camera systems. We needed the very best to capture the magic of Peace Pedalers and these guys take their helmet cameras seriously. From professional audio, to battery management, to custom cabling and harnesses; these guys are by far the best I've seen on the planet! Check em out! |
Race Face makes the world's strongest
and lightest mountain bike components. We have been using
their cranks, bottom brackets, chainrings, bars, seatposts
and stems since day one of our adventure and we could
not be happier with the quality, performance and durability.
If you want components that are some of the
lightest in the world, look no further: www.raceface.com |
Bob makes the most burly and expedition-ready trailers in the world. We'll be using their suspension trailer the Ibex as our official production trailer pulling all we need to film the rest of the expedition. The trailers are super lightweight and track well in tight on & offroad terrain. The durability is outstanding and suspension amazing. Buy one for yourself here! |
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Barefoot makes some of the best value wines and bubbly on the planet. Not only are thier wines amazing, but the company has supported over 1,000 organizations to meet their fundraising needs. You can bet we'll be serving up plenty Barefoot wines at our next event! Check them out at www.barefootwine.com and be sure to sample them next time you see it for sale! |
Lectrosonics makes wireless transmitters and receivers that major broadcast networks and film professionals rely on. We will use the Lectrosonics 400 series package to capture the voices of hundreds of guest riders and friends who connect with the Peace Pedalers around the world. And considering we will be riding in extreme environments like rain, humidity, varying temperatures from dead heat to freezing cold, we needed the very best. Their products thrive in the jungle, take abuse, & deliver amazing audio from up to 1,200 feet! www.lectrosonics.com |
North American Airlines competitive fares, premiere customer service and high operational standards on direct flights from USA to West Africa and Guyana. They are THE West African specialists to and from North America and it's non-stop, which is a huge bonus. They are supporting us with free flights and excess baggage allowance for bike, cameras and 3 surfboards to start the Peace Paddlers project in Ghana. Thanks NAA! www.flynaa.com. |
Sanken makes microphones that the premier productions around the world trust and rely on to capture perfect audio. Sound engineers from shows like "The Sopranos", "Crossing Jordan" and the Nagano Olympics swear by Sanken, as do sound professionals around the world. To bring the voices, music and sounds from around the world to millions of people through film and TV projects we only wanted the best. We are thrilled to have the support of Sanken. We'll be using their famous CMS-10 and COS-11 microphones. Want the best? Check www.sanken-mic.com |
Bronze Sponsors
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I met the owner of this exciting high tech company in Italy named Antonio. This guy knows his web solutions and he has been a huge help in moving our technical side forward. Check out his company's solutions and consider this trusted source for whatever web-based solution you may need now or in the future! He's a great guy to work with too! Link |
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We use Ebay, PayPal and Skype on an almost daily basis in some way. They made a sizeable donation to Peace Pedalers and I want to say thanks by recommending you try one or all of these services. You'll love em! My Skype Handle: peacepedalers. |
Old Man Mountain
makes tough racks for riders who want to take their
gear EVERYWHERE. They are the best in the world, period. Light, strong and works with disc and suspension bikes. Check them out! |
Schwalbe tires are simply the
world's best. We trust our lives and the lives of hundreds
of guest riders to our tires. Schwalbe's durability, puncture
resistance and unbelievable long tread life make their
tires an easy choice for us. If you are touring, you have to get these. Get the best: www.schwalbe.com |
If you want an amazing tropical vacation, head to Nicaragua! San Juan Property Management rents out all sizes and styles of houses for you, your friends or family, both short term and long term. They can hook you up! Contact them to rent my house, or any other houses. Check the link! |
Ultimate Direction makes the world's
finest hydration packs & water bottles for
athletes and urban dwellers alike. The design, quality
& performance is like no other. Check www.ultimatedirection.com and find a retailer
here.
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Ken Pollard at SiteCreators has
been a great help getting Peace Pedalers into Cyber Space.
He is a genius and handles everything from front end graphics to complex e-commerce and database projects. Give him a holler if you want some professional help on
your next site and tell them Peace Pedalers sent ya!. www.sitecreators.com
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I use Sportlegs to keep me from cramping while pushing my legs harder than I ever have. I have always struggled with cramps and this stuff simply works and I have more power longer, and no cramps! Whether you compete or like to push your body, you have to try it! www.sportlegs.com |
Skytools make remote control devices for camcorders that allow you to turn on and off, record and pause your camcorder when using secondary cameras like helmet cameras. They are super durable, easy to use and work like a charm. Check them out if you want to control your camcorder with remote at www.skytools.se. |
OnGuard Locks keep our bikes safe
when we're out of the saddle. We use their U locks, cables
and other accessories and they are awesome. The one day I left my lock at my hotel in Zanzibar is the day my bike was stolen! Luckily it was recovered! If you have bike worth stealing then protect it. www.onguardlock.com |
Cane Creek makes amazing cycling
components and we fell in love with their new Solos Headsets
at Interbike. We'll put them to the test with maximum loads as well as use their
Cross Top brakes for our cyclo-cross bike. Check them
out. |
Schneider Optics makes some of the worlds most accurate and durable lens for all kinds of still and video cameras. We're using several of their wide angle and fisheye lens to allow us to capture the action in high def. www.schneideroptics.com
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Like us, Lonely Planet is passionate about bringing people together & understanding our world. With over 600 titles in English their guide books cover every corner of the planet where they strive to provide travelers with reliable, comprehensive and independent travel information. Also titles in French, Italian, Spanish, Korean and Japanese. www.lonelyplanet.com
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Sun Ringle
makes racing components that put a smile on your
face. We were eyeballing their Rhyno Lite Rims to
build up our wheels and make them capable of handling
the abuse they see on a regular basis. After thousands
of miles they are still in true! They are the bomb--just
get em! www.sun-ringle.com |
Maplink is all about travel, maps and guidebooks and supply retailers around the country with everything people need to explore our planet. They hooked us up with all the maps we need to pedal the planet and share the good vibe! If you need maps for your adventure, hit this link and shop on! We get a small cut so go big! store.maplink.com
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PrincetonTec is the official lighting
system of the Peace Pedalers! They simply make the toughest,
lightest headlamps with burn times up to 100 hours! They
are also water proof and come with various kinds of bulbs. www.princetontec.com |
Shutterfly.com is the official online photo sponsor of the Peace Pedalers.
From anywhere in the world we can easily upload our photos
and add captions to share with our friends and family.
Their service is top notch and the quality can't be beat! |
InfoQuest provides Web hosting, email, electronic commerce,
collocation and storage solutions for individuals, businesses,
developers, organizations, and resellers. They are providing
our hosting and e-commerce solutions and are world class.
If you want great Internet solutions look no further. www.infoquest.com |
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Vinci Designs
DaVinci makes amazing cycling
products, including tandems, wheels, and other great products.
We'll be using their cable splitters to allow us to quickly
split our cables when we take our bikes from tandem to
single. Check em out at www.davincitandems.com |
Smith glasses are lightweight,
durable and stylish. We use their slider glasses with
3 lenses for varying terrain and conditions. Get some: www.smithoptics.com |
We chose Benchmade Knives because
we wanted, and needed the best. We needed knifes that
could withstand the rigors of daily use for five years.
Their craftsmanship and choice of materials is supreme! www.benchmade.com |
Paragon Machine Works
Paragon
makes bottom bracket shells, dropouts, and all those small
parts you see welded to your bike to make it a bike. And
they do it in Titanium better than anyone in the world.
Talk to Mark at Paragon when you build your Ti bike at
415.927.0348 |
Wheelsmith has been making world
famous spokes for over 25 years. We'll be trusting our
lives and the lives of our guest with their DB and DH
models 13/14 gauge spokes for years fun around the globe. Sure, there are fancier spokes out there but nothing like solid wheelsmith smokes. Building wheels? Go to www.wheelsmith.com |
World Telecom Group is one of
the largest resellers of local and long distance in California.
They will be helping the Peace Pedalers with a Communications
Program designed to save YOU money and allow you to support
the Peace Pedalers! Check out this program today! www.wtgcom.com |
Spokesman Bicycles in Santa Cruz,
California is our official shop sponsor. They are by far
the #1 bicycle shop we've ever encountered! If you want
an honest, knowledgeable and reliable place to buy, fix
or talk bikes this is the place. They can outfit you head
to toe and ship worldwide. Peace Pedaler fans get a 10% discount on all purchases! www.spokesmanbicycles.com |
Outdoor Research are world renowned
for their quality outdoor products and we are thrilled
to be using their amazing gloves, dry bags, compression
sacks and other innovative gear designed to stand the
test of time. www.orgear.com. |
Grass Roots hooked us up with great deals for external hard drives to store our video, photos and music and they are a top shop to set you up with what you need for computing. Check them out and tell them we sent ya! Website Link Here |
Power Grips are an amazing innovation in pedal power.
Hundreds of guest riders from around the world have
been able to strap their normal shoes into the straps
and pedal with the same power you get with clipless
pedals. You don't need fancy shoes or pedals, just the
straps! Check them out at www.powergrips.com |
Schneider Optics makes the the world's finest lenses and filters for film, video and still cameas. We will be using their wide angle and fisheye lenses and other innovate optical products as we film the rest of the expedition for global television and feature film projects. |
EWA-Marine makes waterproof cases for still and video cameras that are lightweight, collapsible,and tested to 10m/30 feet. We will use their cases to protect multiple cameras we rely on from water, dust, humidity and other electronics-killing conditions. Get em: www.ewa-marine.com |
Rwandair Express is Rwanda's leading airline and they set me up with a free flight from Kigali to Kilimanjaro in Tanzania! I was behind schedule and needed to get moving fast and the air is the best way to go! When it's time to explore Rwanda, fly with these guys. They are great! Website |
I researched all the options for purifying my drinking water and the SteriPen impressed me the most. 3.7 ounces, no filters & pumps, just a small pen that runs on rechargeable batteries I'm already taking along. The test results are impressive & it's all I need to have clean water anywhere. www.steripen.com |
Africa House and their sister Zanzibar Hotels set me up with 2 weeks all inclusive accommodation to film tons of artists at the ZIFF Film Festival. I could not have asked for a better place to be in the heart of Stonetown--right on the beach, catching unforgettable sunsets, great food and a chill atmosphere. |
Structural Composites specializes in custom design, prototyping and manufacturing of all kinds of metal including aluminum, steel and titanium. Steve Craemer is the "Evil Genius" and can make ANYTHING you want. Email or (719) 237-4306 |
Royal Air Moroc flew me down from Paris back down to West Africa via Casablanca to Ghana. Most folks have never heard of them so check them out before you charge the world as they have quite a nice network. http://www.royalairmaroc.com/ENG/ |
Tamer is the official suspension
seat post of the Peace Pedalers. Our guest riders will
be treated to the most plush ride money can buy! These
seat posts turn a rough tandem stoker ride or tough trails
into a luxurious experience. And when we go to single-mode
we use the seat posts for mountain bike riding! They are
the bomb www.tamerusa.com |
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Bamboozi Beach Lodge, Tofu Beach, Mozambique
If you want the most unreal beach accommodation at very affordable rates, you must check out Bamboozi in Tofu Beach! Thanks for the free nights guys! Check their website here
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Holiday Inn, Lusaka. Zambia
Holiday Inn in Lusaka has lovely rooms overlooking a central lagoon with baby crocodiles, a great restaurant, Irish bar and more. Thanks for the free 2 night stay! It was just what we needed! Check their website and enjoy your stay! |
Pine View Hotel, Chipata, Zambia
We had a nice few rest days at Chipata's best hotel for the money. The staff is super friendly, their bar always has great people to talk to, and we slept like a baby! Thanks Pine View! |
Budget Lodge, Lilongwe, Malawi
This is a fresh new lodge right down town near all the action. The rooms are sparkling clean, the staff friendly, TV, fans, nice showers--and a GREAT value! |
Africa House and Zanzibar Hotels, Zanzibar, Tanzania
These two hotels are amongst the finest in all Stone Town area of Zanzibar. Africa House is THE place to be for a sundowner and the vibe is alive. And Zanzibar Hotel is the oldest and classiest hotel in Stone Town dating back over 400 years. Website |
Chinteche Inn, Lake Malawi
Chinteche Inn is where the annual "Lake of Stars" music festival is each year and they hooked us up with a room on the lake and access to their stage to film 3 local bands. If you want to experience a slice of paradise on the lake check out this link |
Sensation Divers, Zanzibar, Tanzania
Bru is the owner of this amazing dive shop and guesthouse and helped me recharge my batteries with great dives, meals and rest. This is THE place to dive on the north coast and Bru is a character. Check em here |
Nairobi Serena Hotel, Kenya
Nairobi is a crazy city and this 5-star jewel is just what the doctor ordered to escape after a tough day making it happen. The place is paradise and you have to stay a night or two for some pampering in Nairobi. Thanks Serena! Check their site here |
Imperial Hotel, Kisumu, Kenya
Kisumu is the 3rd largest city in Kenya but you would never know it. It's my favorite city by far--tons of music, nice nature, good people and the Imperial Hotel is an Oasis with great staff, perfect rooms, excellent location. Check them out here |
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Kampala Serena Hotel, Uganda
By far the nicest hotel I've ever been in! These guys gave me and mom 3 nights of luxury and a needed break from the noise and pollution of downtown. If you head to Kampala, do stay with these guys if you want a taste of bliss. |
Kayak the Nile and Nile River Explorers, Uganda
You can't come to Uganda and not raft the amazing class 5 rapids at the source of the almighty Nile River! Nile River Explorers was highly recommended so rafted with them and they gave us luxury tented accommodation overlooking the Nile at Nile Perch. Then I took beginner-intermediate kayak lessons with Kayak the Nile. Check out the links above--you'll be stoked! |
Bunyonyi Overland Camp, Uganda
You can't visit Uganda without experiencing Lake Bunyonyi. It's truly magical and not to be missed! I spent 5 days there recharging and healing from the burnout blues and they set me up with an amazing luxury tent overlooking the lake. The place is beyond words--on the lake, rockin gardens, good food, great staff, fun bar. Check em out your next visit to Uganda for sure! |
Hotel du Lac, Cotonou, Benin
If you head to Cotonou, you must stay at the Hotel du Lac! It's right on the river, has a sweet pool with high dive, WIFI internet and a soulful staff of people. Check their site here. |
Grand Hotel du Niger, Niamey, Niger
This is THE place to stay in Niamey as nothing else comes close to the perfect riverside location, stellar service, brilliant pool overlooking the river, great food, high speed internet and more. Check the site |
Hotel Kampinski, Bamako, Mali
Wow, these guys have the best location in Bamako and is truly a world class hotel. They set me up with 3 days of bliss after a crazy adventure to get to Bamako from Niger and it was just what the doctor ordered. Check em! |
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