Hi! My brother and I are in the Very early stages of planning a very very similar trip. He lives in Melbourne, but has lived in Russia for years, and i'm in Sydney.

It would be awesome if we could get in touch at some point during our prep (going to be a while) if you have any advice/stories that woukd be useful.
Cheers,
Dinny

Its a little late for post I know. But man, you know I dont like playing by the rules that much. Mate a totaly f***ing inspiratinal story.

I go away for a few years and look what happens.

PS, Selling the "K"....... You dont need to be told of that stupidity.

Dan

Hi Ben, it's AJ (an old navy mate of Carls). I spoke to your dad recently and heard about the trip-you are totally mad! I hope all is well, good luck with the return trip and future nuptials, congrats.

AJ

This is your big brother speaking ben. congratulations to you and renee, we are very happy for you. who knows if this adventure would have ever happened if i didn't let you sit on my motorbike when you were 11. Great stories by the way. It's good mum didn't know half this stuff until after she knew you were safe. All the best, come home soon. Carl

Well done Ben and the naysayers of the world said you wouldn't make it! Great travel stories, that the grandkids won't believe so lucky you have the written proof, the photos and the fiancee to prove it. Congratulations to you and Renee on your engagement. Look forward to more stories back at the office.

Congratulations! I didnt think u were the romantic type :)

Well done and all the best for a bright and happy future!

x

Well done Big Fella !! As one journey ends, another begins.... Congratulations to you both. Rubber

Well done Ben on making it in one peice, & congratulations to both you & Renee on getting engaged.

Enjoy the rest of the trip look forward to seeing you back in Aus.

Hey, I know you are probably still on cloud nine after finishing your trip & making you big announcement but you cannot forget about Movember 2008!

Make sure you sign up with Audi Penfold (Member # 68916) - We want to see photographic proof! Here's a little reminder from last year:

G'day Cousin Ben,

Congratulations on your engagement with Renee. It's wonderful news !

All the Marshians are so happy for you both.

Congrats,

The last B4Q member falls to the wedded mark. Can we play at the wedding Monkeyboy??????

Congrats to you both,

Rob & Julie

Congratulations

next you can start working on little madsens running all over the place....