OK, I’ll bite.
I was put off by the ridiculous overkill of the preparation, training, free bikes (spare seats, indeed!) and the whole concept of getting the public to pay for an extended holiday. I think the reviewer describes it as a wankfest.
I didn’t go out of my way to watch the DVD but I saw it last week and I really enjoyed it once they started travelling. The first episode is tedious.
The review raises some truths about obtaining free equipment and having an over-the-top support team. They could even have given some of the money they spent (e.g. to have a doctor along with them) directly to UNICEF instead of asking us to contribute.
Ultimately the whole thing was about selling product. If not, they would have done it on the quiet.
What I enjoyed was the 3 travellers on bikes aspect and the fantastic scenery. In that respect, it succeeds as entertainment and possibly inspiration. I can’t comment on their ability to write. I haven’t read the book and won’t be buying it.
Stephan
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