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Track us on the map! With the wonders of GPS, we’re logging each day’s beginning, lunchtime, and ending (as possible), so you can see where we have been! These red dots are waypoints marking actual locations where we’ve stopped.  Small dots mean a short stay - overnight or shorter - and larger dots mean we stayed there at least one day. The blue markers and lines roughly designate our anticipated stops and route, but are a bit straighter than probably realistic…

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  • 43 Responses to “Our Route”

  • • On Dec 16, 2008 Jay Leaman wrote:

    I applaud your commitment to the church and to the purposes of this tour. I wish you Godspeed as you complete preparations and develop the stamina for the journey.

    As a fairly regular biker, I hope to join you in your departure from Harrisonburg for an hour or so. Let me know the date and time planned for this. I realize weather conditions this time of year may affect setting a date too far in advance.

    Do you anticipate being able to connect with the EMU Cross Cultural group in Guatemala spring semester? Jared and Addie Leaman are in that group and would enjoy seeing you should that be a possibility.

  • • On Dec 29, 2008 Lars wrote:

    Jay, we’ll be leaving on Jan. 6. I’ve posted more details here. It’d be great to ride with you, I hope it works out!

    We’re talking with the Hershbergers about meeting up with the Cross Cultural group at some point, but we’re not sure yet how the schedules will align. It sure would be nice to see folks!

  • • On Jan 7, 2009 Mike Robinson wrote:

    Aloha Lars,
    Here’s wishing you a safe and speedy journey. Great rewards come to those who push themselves. Wish I was young enough to join you on this tremendous adventure. God speed…
    “Uncle” Mike in Hawaii

  • • On Jan 16, 2009 Kevin Stewart wrote:

    Looks like you did well to get on the road when you did since the very cold weather is upon us in the northern U. S. May any chilly breezes you feel at your backs be more motivation to make the southward push.
    One question: If you are maintaining an occasional “report from the journey” blog, I didn’t seem to be able to find a link for that, so if you could publish that more widely, I’m sure there would be interest in following along with you.
    Via con Dios.

  • • On Jan 16, 2009 Kevin Stewart wrote:

    Oh, I see that the WHOLE website IS the blog.
    In the words of Emily Litella, “Never mind.”

  • • On Jan 17, 2009 James Akerson wrote:

    Wow, what a great update to your route map. Glad you can post your actual stops and route points with GPS. A person can zoom in and look at the satellite image of GoogleEarth to appreciate the kind of country you’re seeing. Thanks for helping us understand your route better. Great photos as well.

  • • On Jan 23, 2009 Bob Hartzler wrote:

    Lars & Jon,
    Bon Voyage!! I am Jon’s grandmother’s uncle and am riding my 3rd 520. Your trek makes Ragbrai look like kid stuff. My thoughts and prayers will accompany you, especially in the Andes. Blessings to you and all you meet. You will find lots of kind and helpful folks along the way. Bob

  • • On Jan 24, 2009 Denny Freed wrote:

    Jon and Lars, blessings on the travels. Hope things are going well as you bike.

    Jon, your mom sent me the website so we can follow along with you.

    We extend an open invitation for a place to stay when you come through Guatemala. We are not far from Guatemala City, and would be glad to come collect you some place if necessary. If you travel the PanAmerican Highway through Guatemala (which it kind of looks like on your route map), you will be less than a km from our place. As they say here “mi casa es su casa.”

    Espero que le vaya bien.

    Denny Freed

  • • On Feb 5, 2009 Len and Norma Jean wrote:

    Lars & Jon - I’m enjoying your ride, posts and pictures and only wish I could re-join you for part of it. Riding around here (Weyers Cave Harrisonburg) is a bit chilly right now! By the way, I have a good friend in Corpus Christi at the Morgan Ave. Baptist Church. Not sure if it will be close to your route, or even if you’ll get this in time, but if you’d like a name and number, drop me a line. — Len

  • • On Feb 10, 2009 Pastor Phil Baugh wrote:

    It is good to see that you made it to Galveston.. We have been praying for y’all… Be Blessed

  • • On Feb 13, 2009 Gordon Wenger wrote:

    Have fun. I am Gordon Wenger, son of Lowell and Janet Wenger from HMC. We live near Cusco, Peru. You are welcome at our place, but we live over 50 miles off you course, over terrible mud roads. We have friends that could put you up for a night or meal, about 30 miles before you get to Cusco. I could give you a few contacts, thoughts, suggestions, or answer any questions about travel/roads in Peru. Just let me know. (wengersinperu@juno.com)

  • • On Feb 23, 2009 Sheila Werner wrote:

    I have enjoyed reading your blog and seeing photos of places in Mexico that I have not yet been able to visit. I have spent time in Mexico and have close friends in La Ventosa, Oaxaca, a small town at the intersection of Mex 185 and Mex 190, if you need a meal or lodging.

  • • On Feb 27, 2009 Kevin Stewart wrote:

    “Hot, fresh pizza in the middle of a rainy Mexican desert” — Now there’s an image that’ll stick with you! — I doubt that that combination of words has ever been written before! (And you even had the presence of mind to take a picture of the gift before eating it! Not everyone would have thought to do so.)
    Some questions as to e-accessibility on your journey: Are you able to read or add to these postings? Also, are you getting messages via the three email addresses given at “Contact” at the bottom of this webpage? Can you write back, either to individuals via email, or to the group as a whole via this site? :-)
    Anyway, sounds like the adventure is going well, and lots of connections are developing!

  • • On Feb 28, 2009 Donna Shank wrote:

    Jon and Lars,
    OUr friends in Managua had to come home to the states due to difficulties in their pregnancy. Not sure if you were planning to stop with the Forry’s or not: perhaps they’ve been in touch with you also.
    We are enjoying following along with your trip.
    I was with a friend today who stated: “Either God is faithful or he’s not. You fall on one side of that statement or the other; either HE’s faithful or HE’s not faithful.” You are experiencing this in such an amazing way. And it is a blessing to be part of it!!
    Vaya con Dios.
    Donna

  • • On Mar 4, 2009 SMH wrote:

    looks like you’re pretty much at D.F. Congrats on that significant milestone!

    Steve

  • • On Mar 6, 2009 Jim Bishop wrote:

    What amazing, heartwarming stories you guys are sharing with us. This was all meant to be, and I believe the best is yet to come.

    Hey, I encouraged Andrew Jenner, EMU grad and News-Record writer, to do an update on your trek,
    and he did - and a nice job, I think. It’s in this
    week’s “Rocktown” tab. Check it out…

    http://www.rocktownweekly.com/rocktown/life_details.php?AID=2935

  • • On Mar 15, 2009 vany strombeck wrote:

    hey guys i live in korea but my family is from honduras i have friends there and will like to set you up for a meal in tegucigalpa, (were my family live) let me know if you will like to stop by there.
    i am live next to the Eggarts at handong

  • • On Mar 16, 2009 Jacob Eggert wrote:

    wow, u guys bike really fast. Try to get some more pizza out the window.

  • • On Mar 18, 2009 vany strombeck wrote:

    hello guys, hope your trip is going well. i have talked with my family in Honduras and they will like to set you up to stay in our home if you will like so. let me know how you schedule your stays, GOD blessing!!!

  • • On Mar 19, 2009 Michael Wiebe-Johnson wrote:

    Hey! I´ve been trying to contact you guys but it seems to be tough. When are you getting into Honduras? I would love to hang out. Theres a family in the border town Copán that I´m going to visit sometime soon and it would be awesome to coordinate with your visit. Whats the schedule?!?!?!?!

  • • On Mar 26, 2009 Vernon Schertz wrote:

    I’ve been following your route with interest as it overlaps with the five auto trips through Mexico when we were operating the Goshen College SST progam in Belize. We especially remember Oaxaca as the place where we were honored guests of the town since we were the first travelers to arrive at the beginning of some sort of festival. It meant an official escort of the festivities and food on the house.

  • • On Mar 27, 2009 Les Helmuth wrote:

    Keep up the good work - I’m amazed at your stories, your willingness to share them and keep us posted (as you’re able). Blessings in your travels the next few months in the tropics.

  • • On Mar 29, 2009 Selma Neudorf wrote:

    I wish you luck, please be careful and may the Lord be with you!

    Greetings From Toronto

  • • On Apr 5, 2009 Hélène (from France) wrote:

    Back in France from one month holiday in the area of San Antonio in Texas, I wish you a good travel down to Paraguay, God bless you

  • • On Apr 14, 2009 Ann and Jim Hershberger wrote:

    Greetings from Antigua. EMU CA Cross Cultural group was so very glad to see you in San Salvador. Thanks for making that work with your schedule. Many blessings on the next half of the trip.

  • • On Apr 15, 2009 Mr. Sauder wrote:

    Hi
    My seventh grade class is watching as I type this… They saw the map of your travels. They were wondering why did you ride so far? We are studying Central America.

  • • On Apr 21, 2009 Hélène (from France) wrote:

    Thank you for posting the nice pictures, God bless you

  • • On Apr 22, 2009 James wrote:

    Happy Earth Day, this April 22. Hope you are enjoying life in the the skinny part of the earth. Pass good cheer to those you meet.

  • • On Apr 23, 2009 Helen Parrales wrote:

    hola chicos,que Dios los bendiga y los guarde hasta llegar a la meta y que sigan disfrutando de el viaje vi que ya hiban por panama y me alegro mucho que vayan avanzando rapido les manda saludos gerardo,estan muy bonitas las fotos son muy valientes los felicito.bendiciones

  • • On Apr 25, 2009 Lynn and Laurie Longenecker wrote:

    Hi Jon and Lars,
    Just checking out your blog. We enjoyed the pics from Guatemala. Also wanted to let you know that we are in Santa Cruz, Bolivia, working for MCC and would love to host you if and when you come through here. Nuestra casa es tu casa! Drop us a line if you have a chance. Lynn

  • • On May 12, 2009 Greta wrote:

    Dude, I can fit your present location and your destination on the same screen now! You’re practically there!

  • • On May 17, 2009 Hans-J. Wienss wrote:

    Hello, MWC bikers, I do hope you’re fine.May God’s angel be around - ahead to clear the road,
    to prepare a place to rest with people prepared
    to meet and host you. This is what my friend and
    I experienced last summer 2008 on a tour through
    Poland, the country easr of Germany (my land).
    God bless you as you receive as well as you give.
    Hans-J. Wienss, Enkenbach, Germany

  • • On May 19, 2009 John and Norma from Ontario wrote:

    You guys are going more than the extra mile. Actually I suppose it is kilometers by now. You are amazing and will you have stories to tell your kids some day. What great role models you both are. Keep well and keep it up.

  • • On May 22, 2009 Marlin Burkholder wrote:

    Will you be traversing the famous Shenmaya (Road of Death) from La Paz to the Yungas/ I’ve heard that that one is quite a trip. Just make sure you stay on the road. Otherwise its a long way down!

  • • On May 31, 2009 Anonymous wrote:

    HI, guys, you are almost there!!! Keep going, and enjoy the Andes, they are very pretty!!! Gods protection around you as you travel!

  • • On May 31, 2009 Elly Wiebe wrote:

    sorry, I forgot my name, the anonymous it is me!:)

  • • On Jun 4, 2009 Hélène (from France) wrote:

    I wish you a safe trip down to Bolivia and Paraguay, keep in good health, blessings

  • • On Jun 12, 2009 Pether Maldonado Perez wrote:

    Soy de Bolivia vivo en USA…El lago Titicaca es muy bonito …Vajando de las montanas y entrando a los valles es muy hermoso y luego los llanos en el oriente de Bolivia. Tienen que comprar Mentisan de Bolivia para repelente cuando esten por el Chaco en Paraguay…En las farmacias lo venden. Lo necesitaran para los mariuis…son microscopicos y pican como los mosquitos.

  • • On Jun 21, 2009 Mark Keller wrote:

    Blessings to you and I hope you are both feeling better.

  • • On Jul 3, 2009 Hélène (from France) wrote:

    Be blessed for the last days of your journey to Asuncion

  • • On Jul 10, 2009 Hélène (from France) wrote:

    I am so glad that you arrived safely in Asuncion, God bless you, I am sure we will further hear from you both

  • • On Jul 20, 2009 Pastor Phil Baugh wrote:

    Praise God, We have followed and prayed for you two since we met. God is truly with y’all. We are so excited that you have made it. What an inspiration you are to us.. I pray God continues to do great things in and through you both..

  • • On Aug 15, 2009 Hélène (from France) wrote:

    Did you return to the States meanwhile ? in any case I wish you a safe return to your families, it was so interesting to follow your great journey, again many thanks for sharing your wonderful pictures and reports, God bless you

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