The Epic Journey group was interviewed by the local TV Channel in Cherepovets, Russia, on their way to Moscow. A city in the west of Vologda Oblast was thrilled to host an international group heading from Riga to Hong Kong. “We like it here, very beautiful country”, says Mike Meyer, Ayres Adventures tour leader and paramedic. He told the journalists that the group received a warm welcome in their city and was approached by other motorcyclists. Other participants expressed their excitement over exploring the largest country in the world.