Chamonix-Mont Blanc, France
Posted by: Ewan McGregor | Date posted: 20/05/2007
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All for one, one for all ... ©
Here's Ewan ... 'We've been riding all day in the rain. We've just got to the Mont Blanc Tunnel and literally we've ridden for seven and a half hours in the pouring rain. I think for twenty minutes it didn't rain. It's not been ideal, but we're here, we're going to get to our hotel and try and dry our kit for tomorrow. Stay tuned for more stunning adventures from Long Way Down.'
And a word from Jimmy, who's been sending us all these clips. Here's what he's going through to bring you it all ... sounds like it's not all heady biking pleasure - leave a message for him below!
'Hi All, it's Jimmy and I will be the guy sending stuff back to the BBC website from the road. Sadly, on my first delivery just about everything has gone wrong so I've decided to make the first text submission selfishly from me -- haha. It's midnight and I'm sitting, after a very long day of driving and filming in the rain, in a strange parking lot trying to get the satellite working. The compression software I'm using for still images is not working, the AVID program isn't displaying a window during capture so I'm unable to digitize and I'm completely spent. Yeah technology. Hopefully I can get a couple phone clips across tonight and sort the rest out tomorrow. Oh yeah, and the trip has been amazing so far... almost forgot about that part. Here's to hoping this works...'
Thanks Jimmy - without you, none of this ... etc etc
You joined us in hoping Jimmy and the technology held out - see your messages of gratitude below.
Comments
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At 08:46:44 PM on 20/05/2007, Russell (Chester) wrote:
Thankyou
Well any news is good news its all appreciated! I'm so excited that you guys are doing the blogs and the videos are great..have fun its only the begining
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At 08:57:01 PM on 20/05/2007, nick barnaby (sheffield) wrote:
good news !
I've just freed off the clutch on my 79 R80/7 so you'd better keep a watch out in your mirrors for me, when i've finished this kitchen job,you need a head start! go blaze another trail.respect & regards. NB.
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At 09:01:11 PM on 20/05/2007, Mo (Berlin) wrote:
After the rain
and after the storm there will be sunshine again!!! :-) But it is great to read something from you and the guys and we hope you guys are allright and the tour is a big adventure!!!
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At 09:33:27 PM on 20/05/2007, Troy Murray-Plumer (Indianapolis, Indiana, USA) wrote:
Lovin' the web content!
Jimmy, Kelly B., et. al.: Web content with frequent updates you say?! FANTASTIC 'sez I! Thanks for all your efforts. I know the digital bits and bobs can be a real pain in the 'keester but thanks for making the efforts. It REALLY adds to the sense of community and of being WITH the team as they keep seeking that next horizon. :-)
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At 09:46:48 PM on 20/05/2007, didzo (Hattersheim Germany) wrote:
Stay with you
Hi LWD Team
I think about you and know that the weather will be warmer, soon. ;O)
It's hard but it's an adventure whitch a lot of people dreaming of. (me too!!!)
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At 09:44:04 PM on 20/05/2007, char ( MI --USA) wrote:
Sunshine on the way.
May 20 2007 Hi Ewan, Charley, and the gang-----Hope the weather gets much better for you guys. I am enjoying all of the updates, and I hope you have better luck, with the tech,part. Be safe, and have fun. Char usa
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At 09:49:18 PM on 20/05/2007, Nadine (NL) wrote:
Yay!
Thank you so much for sharing this with us online. Good luck to all of you! *hugs*
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At 09:57:47 PM on 20/05/2007, Staurt Burgess (Aviemore) wrote:
Viva Espania
Inspired by the boys I set off on my own road trip to soutrhern Spain on Tuesday. Although I have the comfort of a Landrover Freelander. I would love to do it on a bike but my wife and two year old son wouldn't fit. My best wishes to you all and keep up the good work Jimmy we all appreciate your hard work!
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At 10:17:49 PM on 20/05/2007, Kirstin (Anchorage, Alaska) wrote:
Keep it up
Well we all certainly appreciate the work you put into this, Jimmy! ;) It's really exciting to be able to follow you guys on your trip, and know that there are lots of us out here thinking of you all and wishing you a good time and a safe journey. Love from Alaska!
At 08:21:51 PM on 20/05/2007, MK Cramer (St Louis, MO USA) wrote:
Sounds fun and wet!
Be careful! Sounds fun, however. I congratulate you lot on doing something the rest of us only imagine doing.
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