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How far could you travel without using any motor?


“I asked myself, what would I do if I found out that I was gonna die in two weeks? What could I be doing, where I would have no regrets? […] That's where the Routes of Change project came from.”


Episode teaser - what do we talk about?

• Ways to prepare… for a no-motors circumnavigation of the globe
• Ways to propel… yourself when motors aren’t an option
• Ways to protect… the planet are available to everyone

In more words:

In this episode (part 1 of 2), Markus Pukonen shares with us the story of his incredible eight-year, strictly-no-motors circumnavigation of the globe.

From Canada (2015) to Canada (2023), using muscle and wind power only, how is that even possible? Through his inspiring project, Routes of Change, Markus shows us ways we can explore the world while simultaneously respecting our planet. Ways like canoeing, hand-cycling, pogo-sticking, biking, sailing, walking… in Markus’ case, a total of 73,000 kilometres.

It wasn’t just distance Markus had to overcome. From flesh-eating bacteria and raging storms while sailing solo to having his bicycle swallowed by Mekong river rapids… the physical and mental challenges during his 2864 days on the “road” will blow your mind.

Listen to this episode to accompany Markus from Canada to India, where, after 5 years of travelling, his journey came to an abrupt halt.

To be continued in episode 50.


Helpful resources / mentioned in the episode:

• Markus’ route on findpenguins.com
• Rescue after ocean row boat capsized - here is a news article
• If you, too, don't know what a pogo stick is – a Wikipedia article
• Wwoofing (Worldwide Opportunities on Organic Farms)

Do you want to connect with Markus?

• Website - www.routesofchange.org
• Donate here - www.routesofchange.org/donate
• Patreon - www.patreon.com/Routesofchange
• YouTube - @Routesofchange
• Instagram - @Routesofchange
• Facebook - @Routesofchange

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