A 2793km journey through four states of rural Australia.
A 2793km journey through four states of rural Australia.
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The Cause
The Cause
On average, Australians living in rural communities die from suicide at twice the rate of those living in cities, yet those in rural communities are only able to access mental health services at a fifth of the rate of city people.
Farmers and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are those most at risk of suicide.
The goal of this tour is to travel through rural communities, and bring to light the mental health issues that plague rural Australia.
The Journey
The Journey
1 average bloke, 16 days, 2793km,
2 puncture repair kits and a bag of gummy snakes.
The Sponsors
The Sponsors
Osprey
Osprey
Innovative, high performance gear that reflects a love of adventure and devotion to the outdoors.
Zorali
Zorali
On a mission to get the world outside. To help you breathe in the air, breathe out the fear, and have fun exploring our greatest playground.
Kenny Franks
Kenny Franks
A sustainable streetwear brand that donates 5% of profit to RUOK?
Westhill
Westhill
Modern lifestyle brand creating jewellery for the conscious consumer.
The Pedal Club
The Pedal Club
A flexible, affordable and hassle free alternative to buying your kid's bikes.
Swell Gum
Swell Gum
Plastic free chewing gum
If you'd like to get your brand behind this cause I would love to hear from you.
Please call me directly on
0415 281 544 or click below.
Got questions? I have the answers...
Got questions? I have the answers...
Who the heck are you and why are you doing this?
Who the heck are you and why are you doing this?
Great question. A participant in all things adventure, a master in no things adventure and consistently the first to throw myself in to all situations with reckless abandon. If you don't spot me rustling through the bushes, or floundering in the water, you'll hear his monotonous drone from all corners of the pub..
Where will you be sleeping?
Where will you be sleeping?
I have a blossoming relationship with my bivvy sack. However, I will also be sampling a few golden schooners on the way through, so I do expect I will succumb to a soft bed every now and then.
How may km's per day do you need to cycle?
How may km's per day do you need to cycle?
At a minimum 133km per day, a best case scenario would be 199km. The longest day I have planned is about 235km. A lot will depend on the direction and strength of the wind on the day.
How are you keeping safe?
How are you keeping safe?
This one is for you mum. I have a satellite phone on me at all times in case I need to send off a distress signal. I also have a radar system mounted to the rear of my bike to inform me of any vehicles coming up the back of me. I will be carrying 12 litres of water, with the furthest stop between water sources being 250km's.
And of course, factor 50+ sun cream. Lots of it.
I have more questions, how do I get in touch?
I have more questions, how do I get in touch?
Hit the contact button, or email me directly on jamesohackney@gmail.com
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