Thank you all so much for the wonderful comments! It means a great deal seeing how much 30 Days of Biking has touched your lives. Regardless of the outcome for this contest, know that your words—these comments—are taken to heart. Much love, Zach.
I hope Z+P win this contest, because it's as if it was tailor-made for them. They epitomize all of the elements you are looking for- they're fun-loving, goofy, outgoing and up for nearly anything! They are masters of social media and renowned for starting the 30daysofbiking campaign. They're also mad for Holland and bike everywhere. I'm certain they'll want to try some some delicious Dutch cheeses, too! Pick them!!
Zach and Patrick are meant for this journey! They are two of the most amazing people I have met. Their energy is endless and their unbridled love for all things biking is contagious. Go Team Zachamensch!
These guys are the real deal. I've been on plenty of rides with them and can say they have everything you are asking for in terms of spokespersons. Plus, I'd like to see them go to Holland where helmets are laughed at. It would be good for them.
From what I can tell; both of them live Thirty Days of biking in a very literal fashion. Patrick has been logging his cycling on facebook in addition to Thirty Days? Who can say they've gotten people across timezones to tweet about biking over an entire month?
They're also a hilarious duo, like if Sherlock and Watson rolled up their pant legs and knew their gear ratios.
Agreed - this trip is PERFECT for you two! You guys are awesome,and your video journals of this trip would be most hilarious, engaging, and super fun. (Also, LOVE that you're wearing Groucho Sports jerseys - they look good on ya!)
Almost seems as if the Holland bike tour was created solely for the two of you. You belong there being passionate about bikes and biking and just cool things in general. Good luck!!!!!
You guys TOTALLY deserve this trip! Even though I dropped out of the April 30 Days of Biking, it's a super cool event and you guys do a great job promoting and making it FUN.
you guys are AWWEESOMMEEE!!!!!!!!!!! i look up to you so much. You and your biking inspire me every time i get on a bike (and sometimes not even then..). you guys deservee thisssss!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
p.s. you guys should go just because of how crazy your events for 30 days of biking on fb are.. literally i feel like they come up ALMOST every day :)
Don't forget the awesome matching 30 Days of Biking tattoos! Zach & Patrick absolutely deserve this trip! They're the best biking advocates I've ever met.
Not only do these dudes deserve to win because of the #30daysofbiking. But they seem so cool that I want to ride bikes and hang out with them. That is a pretty rare thing on my end.
For these two, cycling isn't just something they do. It is their way of life. I can't think of anybody who deserves to win this trip more than Zachamensch.
2 very good people...who energize the twin cities....we will be no 1 portland...!...send these guys...they are great examples of positive lifestyles...and fun fun fun...they certainly deserve the trip...
I can't think of a better duo than Zachamensch to represent #visitholland. They live/breathe cycling and cycling advocacy. They know their way around the social media enviros. AND, are just awesome guys.
Oh boy, do these two deserve to win! 30 Days of Biking has cemented my dedication to biking! It's often the highlight of my day. The concept is a great and simple motivator: Ride every day, and share your thoughts about it. It's so much fun, I'd like to expand it to 60 days, 90 days... :)
Please them win this trip, they are really creazy of biking and holland. Zach can show his friends were his dad come from and they can inspire a lot of other people to go on biking
SO MUCH ENERGY THESE TWO ... GREAT ADVOCATES of biking and also AWESOME PERSONALITIES!!! ... I think it will be obvious immediately that they both have the drive the people in charge of this program are looking for. They should be able to get a chance to inspire people in Holland too if they haven't already!!!!
i suppose i would be willing to share the magic of Zackamensch with...Holland(?) or some other northern European country as long as they promise to return them.
THIS IS THE BEST TEAM FOR IT! I know them both personally, and I can't imagine a better duo. It'd also be a great way to support 30 Days of Biking! They've helped so many people not just within the Twin Cities, but around the world come together already through biking, and are great people to watch, talk to, listen to. I would love if this were to happen for them!
Patrick and Zach are PERFECT for this! They are wildly enthusiastic bikers, and they have independently used social media to create a popular, and truly extraordinary cycling movement. They are great buddies with a huge amount of infectious positive energy! I love these guys - they should get to go on a 10-city cycling tour of The Netherlands!
They deserve it so much for what they've done for biking in the Twin Cities and far beyond. Their earnest nature, camaraderie, and fun-loving efforts to promote biking has literally spanned the globe. I can think of no better duo for this adventure.
Nobody in the world deserves this more than Zach and Pat. Nobody. Period. Please choose them. As the creators of #30daysofbiking, ZachaMensch is totally meant for #visitholland and it's not even close.
When I first read about #visitholland, the first thing I thought was, "Pat and Zack would be perfect for this!" The SECOND thing I thought was, "WAIT... I want to do this!" But these guys are clearly the better choice, so I'll stick to traveling the world on my bike with Trek Travel instead.
Pat & Zach inspired me to get on my bike with #30daysofbiking and created a global virtual community to motivate and support thru twitter. I can not think of anyone who would do #visitholland with more enthusiasm and fun! They would have my full attention!! #inspired and #1cheerteam!
A chime-in from 30 Days of Biking participant Julie Starling: "30 Days of Biking has inspired me to fit biking even more into my everyday life! I now wake up and think when and where am I biking today, not can I or should I. It has also put me in touch with great people who cheer each other on and enjoy sharing our adventures!"
Through sheer gumption and innovation, these two have created a worldwide phenomenon that has enabled TONS of people to take the first steps on their own biking journeys. Whether it's through Twitter or Foursquare or Facebook, Zach and Patrick have proven that their passion can cross oceans and inspire people. You could not find two more knowledgeable or capable cyclists, nor could you find two people more suited for an adventure together. They deserve this trip.
PICK ZACK AND PATRICK!! I remember when you started 30 days of biking. Now it has grown, and become something that more and more people want to participate in. Way to get the biking-word out there!
who better for this than the guys who invented #30daysofbiking? that's not a rhetorical question. i'm actually asking, because i can't imagine anyone better suited to this trip than zachamensch. they're awesome at biking. they're awesome at publicizing their biking exploits and getting other people intereted. they're also simply well suited - look at their awesome bike clothes! if you pick anyone else, you're making a big mistake.
I know of no better pair to advocate both cycling and social media in an exciting new place. You two have done so much for the Minneapolis - St Paul cycling community and globally also.. You deserve this! Go Zachamensch!
Patrick and Zachary are fantastic citizen bicyclists who've helped to build community and enthusiasm for biking in Minneapolis and Saint Paul, MN. Plus, they're great dancers!
I can't imagine a more perfect duo to do this trip than zachamon and patiomensch. Their tales and insights from this trip will fuel years of continued cycling enthusiasm among the thousands of friends and followers they have made.
These two simply must be sent on this trip!! They have converted more people to the biking movement than anyone alive. They truly live to bike. The started a global celebration of biking, GLOBAL.
I've never known anyone to be so genuinely excited about something as patiomensch and zachamon are about biking. They have gotten so many people excited about biking on a national level. They deserve to bike Holland for sures.
Zach and Patio are what best friends and cycling are all about. All you have to do is watch these guys for a few minutes and you can totally see it. You guys rock.
patiomensch and zachamon NEED to win this contest. The #30daysofbiking movement has already gone global, and they are in the process of conquering the universe as well. These. Guys. Rock.
Zach and Patio are the symbol of biking in this city. They are full of knowledge, energy, excitement, and enthusiasm about biking and building community around biking! Also they're both really nice.
30 Days of Biking changed my life. You guys both changed my life by welcoming a girl half way across the world into this wonderful family. You guys inspired me to work towards being the best I can be and enjoy every minute and choices I make. For that, I thank you and know that there are no other deserving individuals than Zachamon and Patiomensch to win this contest. Love and luck to you.
Having seen you guys build a bike community from nothing but a random birthday bikeride a few years ago to now hundreds (if not thousands?) of people both locally and nationally taking on your biking every day idea, there is nobody that should do this more than you guys! You've earned it.
are you kidding me? you're actually considering people who aren't Zach and Patrick for this contest? That is ridiculous. It was clearly designed just for them. I mean, when I think biking, I think Zach and Patrick. When I think social media, I think Zach and Patrick. And when I think dynamic duos, no one else comes to mind.
30 Days of Biking changed my life in an awesome way. Zachamensch will bring that awesomeness all over Holland.
30 days of biking has changed my life and it adds so much to the character and quality of our community! I can't think of a team that would be more perfect for this than Zachamensch!
Thank you all so much for the wonderful comments! It means a great deal seeing how much 30 Days of Biking has touched your lives. Regardless of the outcome for this contest, know that your words—these comments—are taken to heart. Much love, Zach.
zmschaap 9 months ago
I hope you two win. I think you are the best candidates so far.
jamievonbargen 9 months ago
Great video! Hope these guys win.
corneliusthechimp 10 months ago
I hope Z+P win this contest, because it's as if it was tailor-made for them. They epitomize all of the elements you are looking for- they're fun-loving, goofy, outgoing and up for nearly anything! They are masters of social media and renowned for starting the 30daysofbiking campaign. They're also mad for Holland and bike everywhere. I'm certain they'll want to try some some delicious Dutch cheeses, too! Pick them!!
gentlestove 10 months ago
Go Zachamensch!
Whether we win or not, seeing these pages and pages of comments was really meaningful for us. You guys rock!
patiomensch2001 10 months ago
Zach and Patrick are meant for this journey! They are two of the most amazing people I have met. Their energy is endless and their unbridled love for all things biking is contagious. Go Team Zachamensch!
sbert22 10 months ago
These guys are the real deal. I've been on plenty of rides with them and can say they have everything you are asking for in terms of spokespersons. Plus, I'd like to see them go to Holland where helmets are laughed at. It would be good for them.
spiderleggreen 10 months ago
From what I can tell; both of them live Thirty Days of biking in a very literal fashion. Patrick has been logging his cycling on facebook in addition to Thirty Days? Who can say they've gotten people across timezones to tweet about biking over an entire month?
They're also a hilarious duo, like if Sherlock and Watson rolled up their pant legs and knew their gear ratios.
winsettz 10 months ago
These guys are the real deal. Have known them both for a long time, enjoy what they do and look up to them as an aspiring biker.
rana0023 10 months ago
Agreed - this trip is PERFECT for you two! You guys are awesome,and your video journals of this trip would be most hilarious, engaging, and super fun. (Also, LOVE that you're wearing Groucho Sports jerseys - they look good on ya!)
acbruhaha 10 months ago
Almost seems as if the Holland bike tour was created solely for the two of you. You belong there being passionate about bikes and biking and just cool things in general. Good luck!!!!!
milberg163 10 months ago
You guys TOTALLY deserve this trip! Even though I dropped out of the April 30 Days of Biking, it's a super cool event and you guys do a great job promoting and making it FUN.
snakedancer87 10 months ago
I want you to get queer bonus points.
MrEgattack 10 months ago
you guys are AWWEESOMMEEE!!!!!!!!!!! i look up to you so much. You and your biking inspire me every time i get on a bike (and sometimes not even then..). you guys deservee thisssss!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
p.s. you guys should go just because of how crazy your events for 30 days of biking on fb are.. literally i feel like they come up ALMOST every day :)
hockeygrl141414 10 months ago
Wow. I can't imagine anyone more deserving. They inspire me daily. Thanks, gentlemen!
javierdelbosco 10 months ago
Can't think of a better pair of "bike ambassadors"! Go ZachaMensch, go!
cr0100 10 months ago
Don't forget the awesome matching 30 Days of Biking tattoos! Zach & Patrick absolutely deserve this trip! They're the best biking advocates I've ever met.
escapemn 10 months ago
@escapemn It's a funny coincidence that the Amsterdam coat of arms is XXX, and our tattoo for 30 Days of Biking is also XXX. Hmm ...
patiomensch2001 10 months ago
Send these fellas for an awesome bicycle trip! They do so much to promote cycling here in the Twin Cities.
Sev612 10 months ago
You go guys!!!
Muus76 10 months ago
Patrick & Zach inspired me to get out and bike and challenge myself!
waitingline 10 months ago
Perfect duo for Holland!
angelicangel3y3z 10 months ago
Good luck guys!
ynottonycom 10 months ago
Bikes - check
Best Friends- check
Dynamic - check
Social Media - check
dgroenheim 10 months ago
Not only do these dudes deserve to win because of the #30daysofbiking. But they seem so cool that I want to ride bikes and hang out with them. That is a pretty rare thing on my end.
chuckdamage 10 months ago
For these two, cycling isn't just something they do. It is their way of life. I can't think of anybody who deserves to win this trip more than Zachamensch.
devilishdelish 10 months ago
2 very good people...who energize the twin cities....we will be no 1 portland...!...send these guys...they are great examples of positive lifestyles...and fun fun fun...they certainly deserve the trip...
Kakashifan20 10 months ago
I can't think of a better duo than Zachamensch to represent #visitholland. They live/breathe cycling and cycling advocacy. They know their way around the social media enviros. AND, are just awesome guys.
Let's get this trip going already!
davidurbaniak 10 months ago
Oh boy, do these two deserve to win! 30 Days of Biking has cemented my dedication to biking! It's often the highlight of my day. The concept is a great and simple motivator: Ride every day, and share your thoughts about it. It's so much fun, I'd like to expand it to 60 days, 90 days... :)
BigBearBloo 10 months ago
Please them win this trip, they are really creazy of biking and holland. Zach can show his friends were his dad come from and they can inspire a lot of other people to go on biking
Busybee1958 10 months ago
Go to Holland, you two crazy bikers!!! Pleeeeeeeze let them go to Holland!!! I know you won't regret it.
missM28047 10 months ago
they're just awesome so they have to come!
DonnaDramatic 10 months ago
YYYYYAAAAAAY these two loving idiots should definetely go to Holland they deserve it sooo much!!! i really loved the video
THEY DESERVE THIS!!!!!
TheMissButterCupCake 10 months ago
SO MUCH ENERGY THESE TWO ... GREAT ADVOCATES of biking and also AWESOME PERSONALITIES!!! ... I think it will be obvious immediately that they both have the drive the people in charge of this program are looking for. They should be able to get a chance to inspire people in Holland too if they haven't already!!!!
schaapg 10 months ago
i suppose i would be willing to share the magic of Zackamensch with...Holland(?) or some other northern European country as long as they promise to return them.
hibiscus3insf 10 months ago
... Wait, you DIDN'T make this trip just for them?
Hm, could have fooled me!
sarahshoulak 10 months ago
ALSO: Zach has been there, and speaks the language. So that all helps, right? I think so.
Vagynoid 10 months ago
THIS IS THE BEST TEAM FOR IT! I know them both personally, and I can't imagine a better duo. It'd also be a great way to support 30 Days of Biking! They've helped so many people not just within the Twin Cities, but around the world come together already through biking, and are great people to watch, talk to, listen to. I would love if this were to happen for them!
Vagynoid 10 months ago
Patrick and Zach are PERFECT for this! They are wildly enthusiastic bikers, and they have independently used social media to create a popular, and truly extraordinary cycling movement. They are great buddies with a huge amount of infectious positive energy! I love these guys - they should get to go on a 10-city cycling tour of The Netherlands!
luckscape 10 months ago
They deserve it so much for what they've done for biking in the Twin Cities and far beyond. Their earnest nature, camaraderie, and fun-loving efforts to promote biking has literally spanned the globe. I can think of no better duo for this adventure.
austindufault 10 months ago
Nobody in the world deserves this more than Zach and Pat. Nobody. Period. Please choose them. As the creators of #30daysofbiking, ZachaMensch is totally meant for #visitholland and it's not even close.
snyde043 10 months ago
SEND THEM TO HOLLAND. PLEASE.
WeiterInsVerderben 10 months ago
When I first read about #visitholland, the first thing I thought was, "Pat and Zack would be perfect for this!" The SECOND thing I thought was, "WAIT... I want to do this!" But these guys are clearly the better choice, so I'll stick to traveling the world on my bike with Trek Travel instead.
jonvick 10 months ago
Thank you for all the amazing comments, everyone!
patiomensch2001 10 months ago
Pat & Zach inspired me to get on my bike with #30daysofbiking and created a global virtual community to motivate and support thru twitter. I can not think of anyone who would do #visitholland with more enthusiasm and fun! They would have my full attention!! #inspired and #1cheerteam!
desire2inspire 10 months ago
Kick ass Guys!! It's obvious who they will pick. Yes, you.
IamMNnice 10 months ago
A chime-in from 30 Days of Biking participant Julie Starling: "30 Days of Biking has inspired me to fit biking even more into my everyday life! I now wake up and think when and where am I biking today, not can I or should I. It has also put me in touch with great people who cheer each other on and enjoy sharing our adventures!"
patiomensch2001 10 months ago
Through sheer gumption and innovation, these two have created a worldwide phenomenon that has enabled TONS of people to take the first steps on their own biking journeys. Whether it's through Twitter or Foursquare or Facebook, Zach and Patrick have proven that their passion can cross oceans and inspire people. You could not find two more knowledgeable or capable cyclists, nor could you find two people more suited for an adventure together. They deserve this trip.
yumenohoshi86 10 months ago
Kudos for the best video!
MolassesMayDandelion 10 months ago
PICK ZACK AND PATRICK!! I remember when you started 30 days of biking. Now it has grown, and become something that more and more people want to participate in. Way to get the biking-word out there!
Hope that I see you on the streets guys!
MolassesMayDandelion 10 months ago
who better for this than the guys who invented #30daysofbiking? that's not a rhetorical question. i'm actually asking, because i can't imagine anyone better suited to this trip than zachamensch. they're awesome at biking. they're awesome at publicizing their biking exploits and getting other people intereted. they're also simply well suited - look at their awesome bike clothes! if you pick anyone else, you're making a big mistake.
itstubbytime 10 months ago
I can't think of a more perfect trip for Patrick and Zach.
shenkje 10 months ago
Patrick and Zach are absolutely perfect for this trip because I said so.
friendlyfreddie 10 months ago 2
I know of no better pair to advocate both cycling and social media in an exciting new place. You two have done so much for the Minneapolis - St Paul cycling community and globally also.. You deserve this! Go Zachamensch!
jannifunk 10 months ago
Don't send them to the Netherlands. America needs them.
ethanpschwartz 10 months ago
I couldn't think of a more deserving two people
shovelf00t 10 months ago
Holland will miss out if patiomensch and zachamon aren't chosen!!!!
cuskier 10 months ago
Patrick and Zachary are fantastic citizen bicyclists who've helped to build community and enthusiasm for biking in Minneapolis and Saint Paul, MN. Plus, they're great dancers!
Jackman1219 10 months ago
I can't imagine a more perfect duo to do this trip than zachamon and patiomensch. Their tales and insights from this trip will fuel years of continued cycling enthusiasm among the thousands of friends and followers they have made.
rbkucera 10 months ago
These two simply must be sent on this trip!! They have converted more people to the biking movement than anyone alive. They truly live to bike. The started a global celebration of biking, GLOBAL.
Mantalope157 10 months ago
I've never known anyone to be so genuinely excited about something as patiomensch and zachamon are about biking. They have gotten so many people excited about biking on a national level. They deserve to bike Holland for sures.
karenvlocke 10 months ago
Great video guys!
cyclesnack 10 months ago
Zach and Patio are what best friends and cycling are all about. All you have to do is watch these guys for a few minutes and you can totally see it. You guys rock.
Darryl
lovingthebike 10 months ago
patiomensch and zachamon NEED to win this contest. The #30daysofbiking movement has already gone global, and they are in the process of conquering the universe as well. These. Guys. Rock.
ericacheer 10 months ago
Zach and Patio are the symbol of biking in this city. They are full of knowledge, energy, excitement, and enthusiasm about biking and building community around biking! Also they're both really nice.
-Nicky
lsteingrohs 10 months ago
30 Days of Biking changed my life. You guys both changed my life by welcoming a girl half way across the world into this wonderful family. You guys inspired me to work towards being the best I can be and enjoy every minute and choices I make. For that, I thank you and know that there are no other deserving individuals than Zachamon and Patiomensch to win this contest. Love and luck to you.
eskimosoap 10 months ago
@eskimosoap You're always welcome in our bike gang! Eskimo Soap = Round 3's first Cyclist of the Day.
patiomensch2001 10 months ago
Aw Adorkable. (via @apple_smacks)
zmschaap 10 months ago
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zmschaap 10 months ago
Having seen you guys build a bike community from nothing but a random birthday bikeride a few years ago to now hundreds (if not thousands?) of people both locally and nationally taking on your biking every day idea, there is nobody that should do this more than you guys! You've earned it.
PURDooM 10 months ago
@PURDooM Thank you!
patiomensch2001 10 months ago
are you kidding me? you're actually considering people who aren't Zach and Patrick for this contest? That is ridiculous. It was clearly designed just for them. I mean, when I think biking, I think Zach and Patrick. When I think social media, I think Zach and Patrick. And when I think dynamic duos, no one else comes to mind.
30 Days of Biking changed my life in an awesome way. Zachamensch will bring that awesomeness all over Holland.
kissmyapocalypse 10 months ago
30 days of biking has changed my life and it adds so much to the character and quality of our community! I can't think of a team that would be more perfect for this than Zachamensch!
-Sarah
sarbennett 10 months ago