I wouldn’t have been able to embark on this journey without the help of a lot of people. Here are just a few.

Thanks to Ben and Lylee for entrusting me with their kick ass gear. Thanks to Ben also for the Clif Bars and the inspirational poster.

Thanks to Joe for strengthening my resolve.

Thanks to my Mom for all the support and for looking after my girl.

Thanks to Brad at Alexander House for the unbelievable hospitality.

Thanks to Steve and Andy for making the climb up the Blue Ridge so enjoyable.

Thanks to Gertie’s Country Store for the amazing cheeseburger.

Thanks to Chester in Hindman for the free pizza.

Thanks to David at the Knott County Historical Society for the great hospitality!

Thanks to Linda in Booneville for the picking me up, washing my clothes, mending my bike shorts and making me breakfast.

Thanks to the chihuahua outside of Booneville that jumped into a stream.

Thanks to Don and Dane for the company and meals through Kentucky and Illinois.

Thanks to Uncle Joe and Aunt Mary for driving out to pick me up, letting me take some time off the road, making meals for me and everything else you’ve both done!