Thank you to everyone for coming out on Saturday and supporting our project. We were able to raise $1,400 for the film (as well as have the party of the summer)! The wildness of the dunk tank, the fierce battles on the ping pong table, the delicious hot dogs, the refreshing Mac and Jack’s beer, the party-starting Aha Toro tequila, and Sean and Ian’s guided tours through Andrew Miller’s virtual China were among the highlights from the night. If you missed the party, check out the photos below. Thanks again for your support and generous donations. Also, even though the party is over…we’re still accepting donations for the film to help pay for the cost of our translator/guide.

Our new Norco bicycle, Axiom Paneers, and Sealine bag on display at the party

For additional photos from the party, click below:

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Ride a Rickshaw through Virtual China! Play Actual Ping-Pong! Watch the Olympics! Get Wet! Get Drunk! Support Man Zou!

Saturday, August 16th is the party you’ve been waiting all summer for: it’s the Man Zou fundraiser!

Georgetown – 8pm
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Last week I summited Mt Rainier (14,410 ft), one day after my 30th birthday. My Dad and I had been training for months and spent 4 long days on the mountain in a variety of intense weather conditions. Instead of taking the more heavily traveled Disappointment Cleaver route, we decided to take the Emmons Glacier, a more scenic and strenuous route. At the summit there were fierce winds (see picture below) and it was quite a challenge, but overall it was an amazing experience that was exciting to be a part of. Thanks to RMI and the other members of our team.

Reidster at the summit of Mt. Rainier (the guy on the right).

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Well..the training continues. This weekend Jason I completed a little over 50mi on Sunday. The Salty’s brunch ride is a favorite. In the past we have had friends meet us there for brunch, and so that we could get a ride back after eating the Gluttonous meal known as ‘Salty’s brunch’. Known as the best brunch in the Seattle area, the meal is sought after by many. The fresh crab legs, oysters, shrimps, prime rib, crepes,egg benedicts, blackened salmon, chocolate water fall…etc. The meal is awesome. This time we did not have anyone meet up for the meal..because we are supposed to be training? We had to ride back to Jason’s with our bellys bulging. Felt good. Let the training continue…not a day goes without getting on the bike.

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Some of the highlights from the bike ride to Lake Cresent….

PT CYCLERY: BOB CHUNG 252 Tyler Street. Port Townsend, WA 98368
Bob is the man! This shop is a great place to stop and get you bike tuned up, wheels fixed, or buy a new seat. Great local flavor, tons of classic steel bikes, and a wealth of information. We also had dinner at SIRENS PUB: 823 Water St. Port Townsend, WA 98368.  (360) 379-1100?.  I drank too much Pt. Townsend brewing scotch ale.  Sorry Dylan for the drunk dial!  Love you brother.  Get out and ride your bike!

Here are a few pictures from our 150 mile ride out to Lake Crescent this weekend. Overall it was a difficult ride, but it provided great training on a variety of terrains including highways, dirt roads, and mountain bike trails. Sean will be posting a google map of our route soon.

Sean, Ian, and Reidster at Lake Crescent

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