I’m cycling across Australia to support Black Dog Institute
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Please offer your support and give generously to the wonderful work of the Black Dog Institute. Do spread the word by kindly sharing this fundraising link.
Your support will encourage me to keep going in the epic "INDIAN-PACIFIC WHEEL RACE" (IndiPac/ IPWR) starting in Perth on March 21st.
Single stage 5500km solo and unsupported cycle through the Nullarbor Plain, Adelaide hills, Melbourne, Canberra and back to Sydney.
Rider name "mattussio" on MAProgress
https://indianpacificwheelride2020.maprogress.com/?n=31
Instagram account "bulmers_no_ice"
https://www.instagram.com/bulmers_no_ice/
Cheers,
Matt
My Updates
Black Dog thanks you :)
Friday 22nd May Message of thanks today from team Black Dog.
THANK YOU
Saturday 28th MarWhat a time this is…
Let me begin by saying how delighted I am to be a part of such great support for Black Dog Institute.
Right now, looking after one another couldn’t be of higher priority. We are, after all, in this together.
We face extraordinary, unprecedented strain and although this virus has taken a very firm grip, it won’t outmuscle our resolve.
For good reason of course, the landscape drastically changed with respect to restrictions on travel, and this time my Overlanding cycle was not to be.
I do plan to stick to my side of this deal and will keep you posted on future challenges on the bike as they come.
THANK YOU for your spirit of giving and generosity towards Black Dog Institute.
All the donations will certainly be put to great use.
ShareThank you to my Sponsors
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Mary Fengels
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Julie Buller
Well Done Matt👍!
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Duncan & Jacinta
Matt, massive effort to prep for this, gutsy to stick with the plan despite the challenges and we were gutted you were forced to down tools. I'm sure you'll be back out there very soon and in the meantime, as you say, a cause that's even more important. Best, Duncan & Jacinta
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Anonymous
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Joseph Fayyad
Awesome! You are a great leader and role model, very proud to have you on our team.
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Anonymous
Good on you Matt. Riding for a great cause
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Secret Fundraising Admirer
HOORAH Matt!
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Lynette Mossenton
Stay safe and good luck Matt
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Paul Knight
Well done Matt. You are a legend!
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Naveen Muttukuru
All the Best Matt
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Peter Hill
Very sad for you that you were not able to continue having done so amazingly well. N, S, O and T's message says it all. Look forward to talking to you before long to get the full story. We couldn't be more proud of you. Dadx
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Steve Kazacos
Good to see you tracking well. Shame the race was cut short! Proud of your efforts.
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Russell West
So sorry your adventure has been cut short - we know you would have made the distance and achieved your goal! Lorrie & Russell
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Nick, Sav, Orly And Tilly
Cuz this was going to come through in stages. It's never going to be enough for what you are doing. No matter what has just happened you are an inspiration and totally awesome. I wish this covid wasn't getting in the way and completely gutted for you. I know it's likely no consolation but to have gotten to this stage and done a distance that already visible from space and on screen size map of the world is an extraordinary feat and I know you would have absolutely smashed it. Love and respect. Btw I'm really counting on this donation standing despite events so let me know if need to do anything to make that happen. Xxx
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Sam Webb
Inspirational mate. Absolute legend
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Emma Ryan
You’re a legend. Already smashed day one. Steam train mindset is working like a charm. So inspiring Matt, see you in Sydney
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Cheria Ledward
What a Godson - stay safe
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Anastasia Grawe
⚡️⚡️🚵🏻♀️🚴🏻♂️🚵🏻🚴🏻♂️⚡️⚡️ GO MATT GO!!!! Good luck! You’re gonna smash it!!
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Tim Ridler
Unbelievable effort - all the best!
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Serena Kynaston
Go Matt!! What an amazing challenge! Much love Xx
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Ben Furtick
Good luck Matt! I’m sure you’re going to crush it. Can’t wait to hear all about it once you make it to the end!
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Vanessa Tran
Cycle safe!
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Marcia And Campbell
All the best in undertaking this incredible journey and raising money for an extremely worthwhile cause. What an amazing experience!
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Ross, Bec, Harriet & Florence
Good luck Matt. Great cause.
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Luke Browne
You’re an incredible human, Mattussio! Go get em’ mate
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Dani, Noush And Jude Xxx
Go Mattie!!!! What an amazing feat.
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Veronica Kingi
We're all cheering you on Matt! All the best V
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Stuart Begg
This is a deposit mate - there'll be a cheque waiting for you at the Opera House steps. You're a bloody legend. I know how much you've put into getting to the start line, on top of a stressful job. You deserve two weeks of doing what you love to benefit those who are doing it tough. Inspirational. Chapeau, my friend.
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Ksenia & Nicholas Miller
Wonderful cause mate, we couldn’t be prouder! Cheers from Toronto.
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Ianthe Pietersz
Enjoy the ride!
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Abi
All the best on your big adventure for such a great cause!
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Mary & Jason South
Go go go my little bro! Wishing you loads of luck. So so proud of you and the crazy challenges you set yourself. Lots of love M&J xxx
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Tim Marchant
Probably essential reading: https://www.merlincycles.com/blog/8-tips-to-avoid-a-sore-arse/
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Steve Hill
Superhero status has already been achieved so no need to clear that bar again. We want you back safe!! Much love Uncle Dome, Tracy, Alex and Flynn
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Farleys
What an athlete and amazing human! See you on the other side, much love from Dan and Megs xxxx
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Harry Swinnerton
Mattttusio, Another amazing adventure, but also insanely long. Be careful, and enjoy the ride!
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Alexandra Harvey
A truly incredible and admirable feat. Ride like the wind Matt.
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Jono Boyd
Great cause Matt and awesome challenge. Enjoy. Jono
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Steve Hacker
Good luck on this truly epic ride mate! Take care of yourself. Look forward to catching up when you're back.
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Mick And Wendy
We know how hard you have trained towards this unbelievable challenge and will be with you in spirit all the way. So proud to sponsor you towards your goal for such an important cause. Good luck Matt. You will have many angels on your shoulder. Ride like the wind!
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Marcus Clements
Good luck!
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Giles Silvester
Smash On!
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Nick Willetts
Monumental challenge!! There are not many who would or could take this on! Stay safe and keep the diesel topped up with fudge bars
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Arthur Tsirtsakis
Well done mate. Go hard!
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Jamie Hill
You do not, of course, have to be bonkers to take on such a challenge, but it probably helps! And what a great cause: best of luck and may the wind be always at your back!
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Katriona
You have set yourself an incredible challenge, Matt, for a good cause! We will keep an eye on your progress and hope to be able to cheer you on as you whizz past us along the banks of the Yarra! Avancez!
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Chris Sambrook
Best Wishes for a great cause! From where are you leaving in Perth?
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Guy Dolton
Can’t imagine you’ll do anything but absolutely smash it. Remember if you sleep just slightly more than you did in the 2000’s you’ll be fine
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Georgie Young
Go you good thing! Will be dot watching with baited breath!!! Good luck, have fun! Xx
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Alicianne
Good luck! This sounds like a mad man adventure. Enjoy the quiet
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Janet Hui
All the very Best. Happy Biking!
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Anonymous
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Ed Rose
You're crazy in the best possible way! Best of luck with the adventure and hope to hear many crazy stories
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Aneecer Saleeb
Wishing you all the best
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Mavis And Greg Wells
Go Matt What a challenge
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Beryl Arthur
Best wishes Matt for such a huge endurance test.
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Helen Edwards
Big virtual high five to you! Well done, in advance! Xx
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Kate, Askandar, Zakir And Hani
Amazing , typically ambitious and slightly nuts challenge to be taking on darling cousin. Wouldn’t expect anything less. Look after yourself. Missing you! Xxx
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Nick Theodossi
Well done Matt great cause
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Natalie & Wayne Richardson
All the Best Matt. What a Challenge you have given yourself. Hope you try and enjoy it, but the pain will be cruel. You are up to it.....🇦🇺⭐️🥇🤷♀️👑
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Thomas Erwin
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Julie Kelly
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Amy
Good luck Matt!
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Joanne Poulos
Good luck Matt! What a challenge and a great cause 👍
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Caroline Ford
Best of luck on an epic ride!
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Jim Barrett-lennard
Incredibly proud of you Matt !! Be safe and look forward to hearing all about it when you get home.
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Tatiana Pettinato
Good luck Matt!
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Edward Hope
Good luck you beast!
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Rachel Greene
Four wheels move your body but two wheels move your soul ! Good luck and safe riding, REG
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Rowena Crawford-phillips
Amazing Matt!!
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Jeremy Hill
Sending you love and safe wishes for your epic journey and your great support for another much needed area of understanding and assistance xoxo
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Victoria Stainton
Ride like the wind x
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Vanig K
Good luck Matt!
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Katia Tallarico & Nicholas Plowman
Yoga-sthah Kuru Karmani... "Established in Being (meditate), Perform Action (ride!)"
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Anthony Farley
Good luck Mattie x big respect x
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Sarah Galea
Go you good man!! Epic journey ahead - you will totally smash it!! 💪🏼💪🏼
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Michael Holding
You are a crazy man, but the good crazy, I will have a beer in hand while you pass me on the street cheering you on.
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Janice Dang
What a great cause, Matt - thank you for doing this, and all the best!
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A Tale Of Two Errors
Try to stay on the bike this time round, coffee on me when you make it back bud.
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Jerrold Abbertson
Best of luck champ, will be cheering you on from here!
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Diana Hill
Loads of luck all the way. Don't forget the sun tan lotion! Love you Mum xx
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Wendy Thompson
What a marathon, the very best of luck!
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Peter Hill
I hope this donation will be the first of many. Look after yourself.
