Forty-five cyclists from around the world set out on the inaugural Trans-Am Bike Race to cover 4,233 miles in one enormous stage race. “Inspired to Ride'' follows the journey of a handful of these cyclists as they embark on the grueling ride. They rely solely on their fitness, meticulously chosen gear, and mental fortitude to get them to the finish. Traversing the Great Plains, enduring the sleet of the Rockies, and navigating the switchbacks of the Appalachians, they operate on the edge of exhaustion all for a pat on the back, bragging rights and a cold beer when it's all over. No support teams, no follow vehicles and no prize money waiting at the end. Some are out to win, some simply to finish. “Inspired to Ride” takes us on an invigorating road trip of epic proportions.
Inspired to Ride
A handful of cyclists set out on the inaugural Trans-Am Bike Race to cover 4,233 miles over ten states. Functioning on the edge of collapse, “Inspired to Ride'' takes us on a trip of epic proportions.
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About
Mike Dion is an Award-winning filmmaker and creative producer behind the feature-length documentaries Inspired to Ride and Ride the Divide. Exploring the limits of perseverance, his films have been distributed globally via Netflix, Amazon, iTunes, digital subscription channels, theater, and television, screening at Alamo Drafthouse and Landmark Theaters. Founder of Mike Dion Productions, he also works with cycling companies such as Cannondale and Salsa Bikes to create compelling brand stories.
01: Inspired to Ride
A handful of cyclists set out on the inaugural Trans-Am Bike Race to cover 4,233 miles over ten states. Functioning on the edge of collapse, they have no support teams and no prize money waiting at the end. “Inspired to Ride'' takes us on a road trip of epic proportions.
88 min
