Brilliant achievement. "Congratulations" inadequately expresses our feelings. John and Catherine Simpson Donation by Catherine Simpson on 23/08/11

well done james and ben. Donation by mark steans on 19/08/11

What an amazing story to start the day with - congratulations and well done! Donation by Oli O'Connell on 18/08/11

Ben, you both have that far away, men of the sea look on the BBC, I hope you both have more adventures and reach for even further horizons, well donex Donation by Stephanie Prentice on 18/08/11

Congratulations guys, great effort. Vive les Bouffons. Oli (2003/4 topgoalscorer) Donation by Oli on 17/08/11

Inspiring. (The beard, that is...) Donation by Ross Muir on 16/08/11

I've just read about you guys on BBC online, what a story! Donation by anonymous on 16/08/11

You guys are modern living-legends! I've been really inspired to hear your story (ordeal?!) & certainly buy you a beer if we ever meet in London! Donation by Matt Jones on 16/08/11

A wonderful effort from you both. Keep safe on the last lap.Dr Nicks Mum and Dad. Donation by Robert Howard on 05/07/11

succes!! leuk dat je het doet! ben benieuwd! Donation by Friederike Juncker on 27/06/11

Good luck; you're allmost there! What an amazing project it is. Lots of succes! And don't forget the sunmilk. It will be sunny out there ;) Bye Donation by Charlotte Pronk on 25/06/11

Such an amazing thing to do!! So brave- I can imagine the sky at night would be incredible! Something you'll remeber for the for rest of your life! x Donation by Nicky Macpherson on 25/06/11

What an amazing experience. Hope you can enjoy some of it! Love John and Gill Macpherson Donation by Gillian Macpherson on 24/06/11

Hope it is going well and you are 'enjoying' the challenge. Donation by Alex Whittle on 05/05/11

Enjoy the trip!!! Donation by Alexis Ellicott on 16/04/11

The best of luck and hope you have a fabulous adventure. Take care love Simone and Rich (Gonzo) xxx Donation by simone O'Dowd on 07/04/11

Good luck and say Hi to Salma at the orphanage for me. She has a special place in my heart Donation by Amanda Martin on 31/03/11

Row row row!!! Good luck Ben (and James) and looking forward to hearing all your sea stories when you're back :) ...and YEY to a great charity too! Donation by Amy B on 27/03/11

Good luck Ben and James and keep safe!! Look forward to hearing about it all when you get back! xx Donation by Naomi kirwan on 26/03/11

Finally got round to doing this... Not long now, wishing you lots of luck and a safe journey! Donation by Kathy Silenga on 22/03/11

Bon voyage hombres! Best of luck for your wonderful adventure xx Donation by Collette Hutchinson on 15/03/11

Is this the most anyone has ever paid for a phone call? Best of luck, dont forget to phone Carole on 2nd August! Donation by Wietse Nijenhuis on 14/03/11

I can't believe you vetoed that coconut milk.... Have a cracking time guys and be safe. x Donation by Ben Keith on 10/03/11

Good luck mate! see you on your return for a beer! Donation by Stuart Springham on 08/03/11

Woops I have dontated twice to Ben, I meant to go to James' page. It will help you in the race to raise money anyway! xxx Donation by Annabelle Burns on 04/03/11