repairs and maintenance, and camera gear for the R2P
video series. I do not carry luxuries; every bit of equipment
gets used.”
I asked Lyndon what he’s learned so far. “You set off on a
journey thinking you’re going to be on your own and that
you have to be self-reliant. That’s true to a large extent, but
what I didn’t anticipate is that there are good people every-
where willing to help.”
He further explained, “Worldwide, I’ve come across
friendly, generous people who welcomed me into their
homes or assisted in other ways. I’ve learned that 99.9% are
loving, caring individuals, who, regardless of politics, religion,
or culture, want to live in peace with each other and prosper.”
Lyndon also had this to say: “What news broadcasts are
about is the divisive 0.01% who cause wars and negatively
impact us. When you travel across the globe, the perception
you had of the world before changes completely. And unless
we get out there and experience their circumstances, we
are in no position to comment or judge based on the broad-
casted so-called ‘information.’”
On how this life-changing experience affected him, Lyndon
added, “I’ve learned how gratifying it is to share and to help
others. It’s a very humbling experience to realize how many
people have unselfishly helped in the past six years without
expecting anything in return. This realization has had a
profound impact on me. The journey has changed me. I’m a
lot more emotional and sensitive now, and not ashamed of
showing it. There is no other way than to be yourself, to stop
pretending and faking.”
Over the trip so far, Lyndon has painstakingly filmed and
captured his experiences and shared them with the world
through his YouTube series Races to Places. The filming and
production again give Lyndon purpose on his travels, motivat-
ing him to achieve more each day. Lyndon’s “zero negativity”
attitude is infectious and is certainly influencing others to
achieve more and live their dreams.LyndonPoskittRacing.com | RacesToPlaces.comJan Marc “Jayem” Staelens, Ph.D. After pursuing a
zigzagging career leading nowhere across five conti-
nents, Jayem was forced to face up to the undeniable
truth that his stints working in foreign affairs, the
corporate rat race, academia, and running his own
companies, were merely ludicrous self-delusional attempts trying to
hide that he was only cut out for one thing: riding motorcycles! Jayem
has lived in Europe, Africa, Australia, North America, and Asia.
Although a veteran of intercontinental bike trips, he keeps adding
far-flung destinations to his bucket list.Interesting Statistics After Almost Five
Years on the Road (as of 02-13-19)• Distance covered on Races to Places total on land:
133,897 miles• Basil’s odometer on Races to Places: 120,012 miles• Countries traveled: 66• Border crossings: 119• Liters of fuel consumed so far: 11,198• Average fuel economy: 46.43 mpg (including racing)• Mechanical roadside fixes: 8• Electrical roadside fixes: 4• Punctures: 28 (during travel not including race issues)• Tires: 32 rears, 21 fronts (excluding racing)• Front sprockets and chain changes: 12• Rear sprockets: 5Riding to the famous
74 July/August 2019 Van Zyl’s Pass in Namibia.