charity - The Climbing Cyclist

February 14, 2014February 14, 2014

Mowen's 24-hour Challenge: 480km & 18,000m of climbing

480km, 18,000m of climbing, 24 hours on the bike. They're scary numbers whichever way you slice them. But for Michael Owen, even a ride this tough couldn't compare to what he'd already been through and what many millions around the world continue to go through. Read more

September 21, 2012September 25, 2012

Guest post: The Ride to Conquer Cancer

Half of all Australians will be diagnosed with cancer at some point in their lifetime. And nearly every Australian will be affected by cancer in some way. My uncle Corry de Neef is doing his bit to raise money for cancer research, taking part in an upcoming two-day charity ride ... and he'd like your help. Read more

September 17, 2012October 2, 2013

Guest post: Help me do something epic!

I’m being hassled by the Ride to Conquer Cancer people. Someone from Peter Mac phones me every other week, asking how my fundraising is going. 'It’s going OK,' I say. 'It’s not bad'. Can they do anything for me? 'No, I’ll be fine,' I say. 'Thanks for calling.' Read more

March 30, 2012May 3, 2012

Ride Hard to Breathe Easy: prologue

It's been nearly three weeks since I finished the 3 Peaks Challenge and the closest I've been to getting on the bike are wistful glances at the ol' Cannondale of an evening. It's driven me a little bit crazy to be honest. WORD Read more

March 8, 2012

Guest post: Brisbane2Melbourne charity ride

Riding 160km in a day is an impressive effort. Riding an average of 160km a day for two weeks is a whole ‘nother level of impressive. That’s exactly what Sean Sampson plans to do when he sets off from Brisbane … Read more “Guest post: Brisbane2Melbourne charity ride”