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Inspired To Ride

Schonell Cinema & Live Theatre

University of Queensland, St Lucia QLD 4072

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Event Description

The Film - Inspired to Ride

Directed by Mike Dion

On June 7, 2014, forty-five cyclists from around the world set out on the inaugural Trans Am Bike Race, following the famed TransAmerica Trail. Their mission is to cover 4,233 miles in one enormous stage race, traversing through ten states in a transcontinental adventure of epic proportions.

Inspired To Ride follows closely the journey of a handful of these cyclists as they prepare, compete and experience what riding 300 miles a day feels like with only a few hours sleep. They will rely solely on their fitness, meticulously chosen gear and mental fortitude to get them to the finish. And to make it even more interesting, they’ll be self-supported – no crew, no follow vehicles and no prize money waiting at the end. 

These athletes will endure agonizing climbs in the Rockies, driving winds in the Great Plains and sawtooth switchbacks in the Appalachians all for a pat on the back, potential bragging rights and a cold beer when its all over.  Some are out to make history and set records, while others are simply trying to finish. 

Four cinematographers, cameras flying in the sky and GoPro’s galore will give the audience an incredibly immersive experience while these cyclists speed along the TransAmerica Trail revealing its varied landscapes, intriguing locals and captivating stories which dot this path of discovery.

LIMITED TICKETS AVAILABLE ON THE NIGHT PLEASE PURCHASE TICKETS ONLINE

For a sneak preview view the trailer HERE

Why?

This is a fundraising event for the 2015 Bottlemart Smiddy Challenge.


Leaving on 29th August 2015 at 6:00am - 50 cyclists will cycle 1,600km in 8 days from Brisbane to Townsville raising funds for cancer research.

All proceeds from this film screening and money-board/raffle will go towards cancer research in particular Ovarian, Prostrate, Skin and Breast cancer and their treatments.  This research is performed in Queensland at the Mater hospital in Brisbane.

If you would like to make a donation please click HERE


Map of Event Location
Tuesday, July 21st, 2015 7:15 pm –  9:00 pm