Many people have helped me behind the scenes with my tack and travel logistics.
Their support has been invaluable.
THANK YOU ALL VERY MUCH!!!
To prepare for the trip I started packing gear and going on longer rides with more stops and tying out. I basically replaced 3/4 of my gear, even my saddle!
Joan Gray
The old trading post tack store, Eganville, ON
Lynn Cheffins
Custom sewing, Bonnechere Caves, ON
Ian Coxworthy
Richvale Saddlery, Killaloe and Shomberg, ON
Julie Dulong
Web design, Toronto, ON
Dr Theresa Tanaka
USDA Vet, Alexandria Bay, NY
Dr James Byrne
CFIA Vet, Brockville, ON
Dr Lynwood Fisher
Livestock Vet, Pembroke, ON
Aaron Keogh
Green Door Financial, Windsor, ON
Below are the suppliers who have provided great products that are durable, tough and light.
MAD Outdoors – gear
Europe Bound – gear and clothing
MEC – clothing
Jacks’r Better – quilt
Snug Pax – saddle bags
Nickers Saddlery – Easy Boot Gloves
Atmosphere – clothing and backpack
4 dog – Titanium cooker
Running Bear – Halter bridle
Wilton Tack – Myler Combo Bit
Flaslightword.ca – fenix headlamp
Cindy Chapman – used Big Horn Endurance Saddle #120
Chris MacLuckies’ professional career began with a decade-long stint as an organic vegetable grower in Ontario Canada. His career is prolific in breadth and scope. He has farmed organics commercially, volunteered in Guatemala, ran a gardening business, raised and raced sled dogs, tended his livestock, and ridden his horse on a multi-country expedition.
Chris is a certified TEFL ESL English Teacher, author of seven books, freelance content creator, and outdoor travel gear designer.
