TA North Sea Express 2018

Fundraising campaign by Marco Hjorth
  • €1,010.00
    raised of €1,400.00 goal goal
72% Funded
24 Donors

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Hey! And welcome to this campaign. First of all, thank you for checking our page! We greatly appreciate that. If you are looking for a way to support a good cause and a great adventure, you are in the right place. Lets cut to the chase.

We are students. Our names are Gael Tims and Marco Hjorth. Currently studying and living in Amsterdam. A couple of months ago we came across an idea that tickled our fancy. What if we cycled from Amsterdam to Oslo in one week? Gael always wanted to visit Norway in order to see the trolls. Secondly, Marco is a native and he is heading back to fish in the summer. Thirdly, both of us have a serious interest in environmental issues and finding a way to reduce our carbon footprint. What is stopping us then?

So yes, we are biking from Amsterdam to Oslo. 1400 KM. Seven days. You don't think that is possible? Then you already have a good reason for helping us achieving it! Young and dumb people can do anything. Starting the 7th of July at 9:00 am in Amsterdam, two ambitious and confident students are leaving for Oslo. We would like to make you a part of the journey however! Students have never been the most wealthy part of society and they never will be, thats why we are asking for financial assistance from you. We believe that we together can inspire other people to do similar things and at the same time become more environmentally conscious!

Gael Tims is a 21 year old dutchman who is passionate about cycling, rock climbing, nature, photography and most importantly adventure. He's currently studying at Team Academy Amsterdam, focusing on building a social media platform for the future! Nerd. He is a good guy though. And single. Here is a link to his Facebook - profile, ladies. https://www.facebook.com/gael.tims

Marco is an all around maniac. 23 years from Norway. Born in Norway, exported to the US and now stuck in a very flat country called The Netherlands. In other words, he has worldly experience. He's a cycling nut and is addicted to pushing his limits as a sportsman and in business. A classic overachiever.

We are well aware that a journey like this needs equipment & preparation, like any other expedition. That´s why we are asking for your support. We have divided the financial structure into three parts for you to see: bike equipment, nutrition & sleep and travelling extras. Your contribution and financial support given to this journey will be used in one of the segments.

1. Bike equipment, meaning bike oil, extra chains, backup tubes, chamois - cream etc.

2. Nutrition & sleep, meaning food, places to sleep, drinks etc.

3. Travelling extras, meaning backpacks, bottles, cycling clothes etc.


We will use a 100 % transparency policy, meaning that you will know exactly what your money goes to. Your name and contribution will be mentioned in every case. If you have something specific you want us to do with your contribution, make sure to mention this in the comment section. In order for you to follow the journey we have created a Facebook-event where all pre -, present - and post updates will be posted. Just click this link and check out how things are going: https://www.facebook.com/events/2010849882499572/

The route is already decided and we will make sure to post running updates on this. The campaign goes on from the time you read this until the 14th of July. Meaning, you have the possibility to send contributions during the week we are actually fighting for survival, just like in the The Hunger Games.

Additionally, we wanted from the beginning to connect this with an environmental cause. That is why 50 % of all contributions will go to an environmental organisation/cause of our choice. This year we have decided to support Sea Shepherd! An international organisation which protects, conserves and defends our oceans. They fight the threats of our ocean ecosystems, like overfishing and habitat destruction. Their story goes back to 1977 and they are one of the toughest direct - action movements that conserve our oceans. If you want to know more, check out https://www.seashepherdglobal.org/.

That is all the information we have for you all at this moment. We would love to answer any questions you may have regarding our project. Again, if you are already interested in contributing make sure to mention your name and instructions. We will make sure to keep you posted on how we are doing in the meantime! And remember, we only have one planet. Lets treat it the way you would like to be treated. With respect.

Best,

Gael & Marco.

Rewards

Get a shoutout of your choosing on a social media post during our trip!

6 Backers

Get a live FaceTime/Skype call with us on our trip.

1 Backers

Get a sticker of your choosing put on one of our bikes.

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We will hug a random stranger in every major city we bike through!

1 Backers
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We will swim in the nordic seas in our biking gear (and post a video of it)!

1 Backers

Get two t-shirts printed with a picture of you on them. These will be our official team jerseys!

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We will carry an item of your choosing to a destination on our journey (max. 500 grams in weight)

1 Backers

We will organise an event (including guest speakers), to promote sustainability for your company/school/institution. The details will be discussed in a series of meetings with us, in order to tailor the event to the target group you want to reach. We will provide interactive workshops during the event teaching people how they can reduce their footprint in simple

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Fundraising Team

  • Marco Hjorth
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  • Funds Captain
  • Gael Tims
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  • Tour Guide

Donors

  • Anonymous
  • Donated on Jul 14, 2018
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  • Gael Tims
  • Posted On Jul 13, 2018
  • A massive thank you to Nikoline & our anonymous donor as well! Donations during the actual trip have been incredibly motivational. @nikoline - I’m proud of your projects too! Keep up the good work :) thanks again, without each and every one of you, this trip wouldn’t have been possible.

  • Gael Tims
  • Posted On Jul 13, 2018
  • Thank you Peter, Laila & Opa (my grandpa!) for the contributions. Your support has motivated us to keep pushing our pedals, and to make it to Oslo tomorrow afternoon. For that, you have our ever lasting gratitude!

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Donors & Comments

24 donors
  • Anonymous
  • Donated on Jul 14, 2018
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  • Gael Tims
  • Posted On Jul 13, 2018
  • A massive thank you to Nikoline & our anonymous donor as well! Donations during the actual trip have been incredibly motivational. @nikoline - I’m proud of your projects too! Keep up the good work :) thanks again, without each and every one of you, this trip wouldn’t have been possible.

  • Gael Tims
  • Posted On Jul 13, 2018
  • Thank you Peter, Laila & Opa (my grandpa!) for the contributions. Your support has motivated us to keep pushing our pedals, and to make it to Oslo tomorrow afternoon. For that, you have our ever lasting gratitude!

  • Nikoline Gjoertz
  • Donated on Jul 13, 2018
  • You guys are doing an incredible thing!! Kudos!! You guys got this!!

€5.00
  • Anonymous
  • Donated on Jul 13, 2018
€20.00
  • Wim van Tongeren
  • Donated on Jul 11, 2018
  • Van Opa.

€50.00
  • Laila Tims
  • Donated on Jul 10, 2018
  • Keep strong guys!

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  • Peter Willoch
  • Donated on Jul 10, 2018
  • Hi guys! Have a safe trip to Oslo. I’m really impressed with all of your great ideas Marco. Always so positive. We miss you at Anton Sport. B.r. Peter

€10.00
  • Marco Hjorth
  • Posted On Jul 08, 2018
  • Thank you, New Anonymous! Whoever you are, we appreciatie your support immensly. Your donation shall be used with care :) Best wishes from the North Sea Express Team, Gael & Marco.

  • Anonymous
  • Donated on Jul 08, 2018
  • Super initiative for making a statement for the environment we need to protect. Good luck and have fun on your journey Marco and Gaël! Greetz Tessa (we met in the airplane on our way to Oslo last april)

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Followers

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Jessica Fielder
Heleen Tims
Jerry Tims
Team Academy
Marco Hjorth
André Bolland
Glenn van der Plaat
Marthe Holm
Lars Hjorth
Stefan Buijsingh
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€1,010.00
raised of €1,400.00 goal
72% Funded
24 Donors

No more donations are being accepted at this time. Please contact the campaign owner if you would like to discuss further funding opportunities