Can an amateur cyclist finish the Tour de France?

Can eight amateur cyclists complete the Tour de France... one day ahead of the pros? Witness their awe-inspiring journey in the award-winning documentary, "One Day Ahead." #tdf2024
This film follows their grueling 2,100-mile (3,400 km) battle against the clock, the mountains, and themselves on the 2018 Tour de France route.
Discover the secrets to their success and unwavering determination that propel these amateur cyclists to achieve the seemingly impossible.
Watch bonus footage of 'One Day Ahead': • Tour de France Cycling...
One Day Ahead transcends the world of cycling. It's a story of resilience, the kind that pushes you to your physical and mental limits. It's a testament to teamwork, where strangers become an unstoppable force united by a single, audacious goal. It's a celebration of the human spirit, capturing the raw emotions of triumph and adversity that unfold on this epic adventure.
Tour de France 2018 course map: www.cyclingsta...
Beyond the Race:
This inspirational journey is more than just a documentary; it's a ride for mental health awareness, raising funds for the Mental Health Foundation of New Zealand. Join the conversation and support the cause using #worldmentalhealthday2024.
Bonus:
Dive deeper into filmmaker Matthew Jenke's work: www.SilverEyeF...
#tourdefrance2024 #OneDayAhead #CyclingDocumentary
The Cast & Crew:
Cyclists: John Randal, Steven Fish, Paul Arneson, Jason Kelly, Bruce Thompson, Stuart Lowe, Aaron Hill, Mike Conza
Tour Crew: Jonathan Douglas, Julie Dunlop, Bill Boakes, Cameron Wyness, Roger Van de Maele(RIP) Dave Buckden
Coach: Hayden Roulston - www.roulston.c...
Charity: Mental Health Foundation of New Zealand - mentalhealth.o...
NZ B Cam: Aaron Smart - / findyourfeetfilms
Aerial | Main Camera Operator | Editor | Director: Matthew Jenke - www.silvereyef...
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[@oyvindengelstad3097]

Fantastic effort and very emotional to watch this epic and inspiring Tour. This illustrates how friendship and caring for each other can help anybody to achieve amazing goals, be it in physical activities or in the mental struggles we go though in life. Chapeau❤

[@janknoblich4129]

The video editors dedication to always put "unemployed" on the screen every time Mike was on screen is gold

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Haha... just in case Mike forgot

[@JoshC.]

Seriously lol, why they gotta call him out like that!

[@grantog123]

I love it😂

[@kazam3527]

They did him dirty :D

[@daz4627]

I thought that was pretty shitty... they said what they did at the start of the introductions... no need to repeatedly state their occupations every time they show their name... it's dumb and lazy production/editing.

[@junipero1798]

loled at the introvert's " I wasn't exhausted from the riding, I was exhausted from the constant company "

[@stefis6]

I’ve shed tears again watching this after my (at least) annual viewing of my amazing 2018 summer. I am one of the riders in this amazing doco. Brothers for life. A beyond-bucket list experience. I am blown away by the empathy shown in so many comments from viewers. Just shows that Matte from Silvereye Films struck the right chord. Thanks for watching!

[@diawestTV]

God bless mate. What a thing , what a company of men , what a life

[@Skaatje]

Legend! Must be amazing to have such a great film after an achievement like this.

[@dafinakrasniqi3112]

That was incredible what you achieved and how you grew as a team. Amazing …

[@danielhand1729]

anyone who's had a tough day in the mountains can relate, but stage after stage of them is something else.

[@mobilfone2234]

I just did the Grand Ballon stage 30 years ago, much respect guys, now I'm old and had tears in my eyes watching this.... thank you for sharing....

[@FindYourFeetFilms]

Every now and then the KZbin algorithm delivers gold. This was defiantly one of those moments! Absolutely amazing achievement!!

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Great comment @Find Your Feet Films! Your channel looks like you've produced some great docos. Thanks for watching

[@yeitsluk]

Couldn’t agree more!

[@sepg5084]

Defiant were the riders

[@johnnichols5909]

88iih ñmbllc

[@deborahkocourek5119]

Agreed ❤

[@bjrnfrengstad4745]

This documentary had woken feelings in me I believed I didn`t have. I was an avid biker years back, as it was the ONLY thing that really helped with my constant and still ongoing struggle with my mental health. I have struggled with severe depression, suicidal thoughts (and two attempts) and social anxiety, for nearly 35 years now and being an introvert, the ONLY time I was free, was on the bike. 9 years ago I got hit by a big semi truck while riding my bike, and it sent we off the road. Hurt my pelvis, hip, elbow, ribs, concussion etc, but managed to bike home he last 25 km before I collapsed and was rushed to hospital. I was out for 7 months. After that I got scared, really scared. Sold my bikes and haven`t ridden a bike since. Today I barely can cope with working and balance a regular life due to injuries, and training hasn`t been on agenda for years. Now today, I found this documentary and it moved me... right down there in the basement. Tears been running through at least half of this magnificent documentary, and this has triggered my motivation; I am getting back on the bike, starting tomorrow, buying bikes again. Thank you! ❤Oh, and before I forget; Congratulations on this truly amazing achievement!

[@siftyjohn]

Thank you for sharing that beautiful response to our film. Kia kaha (stay strong)

[@dirty_deeds3523]

Amazing, thank you for sharing ❤️ I hope you feel you're not alone. I'll be riding in spirit possibly on the other side of the world!

[@BattShytKuhraezy]

Surreal. Wow

[@Jerraleon]

That's an impressive story, keep cycling!

[@karlschleifenbaum5793]

You can get yourself a Zwift-setup too with a proper road bike. I do this on rainy days and it's fantastic. I don't use Zwft, though, but Rouvy. There you can ride tours around the world. Yesterday I did the climb to Montserrat castle close to Barcelona. It's magnificent.

[@susananderson1597]

“We took it in turn to push him up Alp d’Huez” - that says it all. Wonderful project and inspiring video

[@michaelday1700]

I am 59 years old and I discovered long distance cycling when I was a teenager. I suffer from metal illness and cycling changed my life. WHAT A GREAT FILM.

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Love this comment @Michael - Thanks for watching!

[@W3TFART]

All cyclists suffer mental illness

[@chrislee6377]

i totally agree its so good for the soul

[@W3TFART]

@@chrislee6377 they are arsesouls

[@thedistance1155]

IRON-ic isnt

[@vinylsbest]

A very good friend of mine, back in 2010, cycled the route for the race. Took him nearly 2 months but he did it.. I'll always admire his resilience and drive for completing what he set out to do, and he was 25! Massive respect to all you middle aged men!! This was extremely beautiful

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Wow 2 months of riding sounds an epic adventure - big kudos! Thanks for watching!

[@martins3993]

I'm suffering from depression and have just found my way back to cycling after a 10-15 year hiatus and i am sitting here with tears in my eyes. I don't know how to express what i'm feeling but thank you very much for making this film.

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Thankyou for sharing @Martin, we are so glad this film has had a positive effect on you. Great stuff jumping back on your bike!

[@SpiritualStuntman]

Glad to have you back Martin

[@G-G._]

martin check your testosterone levels.. normal healthy men don't get depression. start raising those levels naturally or otherwise

[@martins3993]

@@G-G._ That's rude of you.

[@G-G._]

@@martins3993 how? my best mate was depressed. we got his test levels checked and it was severly under the norm. we jacked them up and hes back to normal. get them checked buddy

[@thetinusnl8834]

Started watching it based on the title thinking it was some basic internet challenge. It ended up being indescribably much more. These are the kind of videos that I will remember for a very long time. I won't think of it every day, but I know that some day, somewhere, at some moment, I will retrieve it from my memories when I need it.

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Love this comment, glad you enjoyed it @TheTinusNL

[@simjam1980]

Le Tour is the opposite of a basic challenge. Even just completing it is an achievement. Completing it in the same amount of days, albeit at a slower pace, is something most people could not do.

[@EricT43]

Those guys must have an unbreakable, life-long bond after going through that experience together.

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Thanks for watching!. The shared challenges indeed forged a strong bond among them, creating lasting connections beyond the tour.

[@matttilley8620]

Suffering is the currency of cycling. This documentary captures the beauty that comes with the pain involved in reaching beyond your limits. Cycling is such a beautiful pursuit, and I can honestly say that it saved my life. I hope this documentary helps saves the lives of others who suffer from mental health problems, like myself. After years of racing and training I still to this day say to anyone who asks how was my ride that every ride is great. Even up until I hit the deck or was hit by a car, the ride was great. Kudos to everyone involved in this documentary. It literally brought tears to my eyes.

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Beautiful comment @Matt and yes we hope this film inspires others as well. Thanks for watching and we're glad you enjoyed it:)

[@tomrees4812]

For me cycling doesn’t involve getting a car to take my kit. The closest I got to riding the Tour was a week long stage race in Wales 40 years ago. I went to watch the Tour in 1978 - loaded my bike up with camping gear and rode down to the Alps and back climbing the Vars, Izoard and Galibier amongst other passes in two and a half weeks. The difference between my racing and my touring is I can’t just pack when things get tough but I’ve never suffered the same as I did racing. Each to their own but it seems to defeat the object of riding a bike for pleasure if you don’t exploit the freedom of making it up as you go along. I don’t go as fast on a loaded touring bike but what’s the rush? Well done anyway.😊

[@johnbienaszii7729]

get a bigger cassette

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Indeed, everyone discovers their cycling joy. Your Welsh stage race and Alps adventure sound fantastic!

[@prayertool]

I am in awe. The odds of have 100% finish this mammoth challenge cannot be appreciated. Thank each and every one of you. I have no words to express the respect I have for you all and for those you were for. I am sure the challenges are similar.

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Couldn't have said it better @N2, glad you enjoyed the film

[@Velobetty]

Some times when a ride has been really hard I've shed tears too. Quite a few times. But that's not only ok it's really healthy and a positive thing. Sometimes when we push ourselves to the limit we understand that it's ok to share emotion, that it's ok to ask for help, and that it makes you stronger.

[@arrancurran]

I've always said "if you have never cried on the bike, you are not doing it right" ;-)

[@christellelemaire9749]

❤️

[@coreytrevor3910]

when you make friend with pain, you are never alone.

[@nelsonhibbert5267]

Sean Yates made Andy Hampsten cry during a TTT once. He then became known as "Andy Pandy".....

[@christellelemaire9749]

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@bnfrl2010]

I am an avid Zwifter. In February I have done 1000 KM with an Everest on Zwift . 33 hours of riding in 50 hours total. From this video I am very inspired. Sometime in November I will attempt the lands end to John o groat route 1081 Miles and 2 Everest. Will ride 12 hours a day for 4 days . All indoors

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Nice work! Thanks for sharing. We're glad this film has inspired you @Steve

[@Howt-ooo]

This deserves millions of views. This is what makes KZbin great. Not the 99.999% of trash on it. Thank you for this and well done guys.

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

We’re glad you enjoyed the film ❤️

[@herbsHA]

My deepest appreciation for these men. It will cement a friendship among them, most people can only dream of.

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Absolutely, the camaraderie they built is remarkable. 💪 Cheers for watching

[@careywaldie6735]

This film is what the internet was invented for. Well done mates.

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Cheers for watching

[@mayrance.carignan]

the growing camaraderie over the stages is just beautiful. It's only after watching the documentary of the Tour de France on Netflix did I truly understand how these professional cyclists on the Tour are simply machines. It's incredible what they're able to do. I can't even begin to fathom how difficult this challenge must've been for these eight men but they prevailed wonderfully. Well done !

[@etiennebaree6176]

camaraderie?? :-)

[@cabraonropes5622]

Tour de France has a cut off time each stage not only do you have to complete the stage you need to finish it in a time cut off which makes it one of the most difficult things to do in the world

[@mayrance.carignan]

@@etiennebaree6176 yeah like mutual trust and friendship among people who spend a lot of time together.

[@Skaatje]

As someone with severe depression, John is the biggest hero to me. I know how hard it can be to get out of bed and do something. Anything really. So signing up for something like this is insane to me. What a legend! ♥

[@JavierGonzalez-lp3ke]

Summer 2018 I was diagnosed with moderate/mild Depression, Anxiety and Generalized Anxiety Disorder. Earlier that spring (2018) I rode the BP MS150, the fundraising bike ride benefiting M.S. similar to what these lads have done except MUCH smaller in scale: 2-days, 180 total miles...with about a year or less of prep time. Road cycling found me; it has allowed me to gain my self-confidence and identity in ways I never would have thought possible. It is a beautiful pursuit and activity-sport that I have loved ever since. This documentary film makes me tear up (happy tear->) 😂every time as it is SO relatable: suffering; passion; identity; a cause or purpose; joy; peacefulness...all through cycling.

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Thank you for sharing this @Javier, were glad the beauty of cycling has helped you in so many ways. Thanks for watching!

[@joaovieira325]

What a gem this film is! Those 8 guys are fucking legends!!! Nothing but respect for them. After suffering so much in those 21 days and in life, they deserve all the best!

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

They are legends! Glad you enjoyed the doco

[@cockerfamilyadventures1854]

Thank you for showing that its ok for men to be emotional and cry. I lost a mate to the black dog of depression, the more its spoken about the more people we can save. Love from Australia ❤

[@user-oh4is4hn1x]

My algorithm struck gold again. Really good documentary and really good cause mental health is a real problem. The moment when they climbed the Alpe d'Huez was one of the most emotional things i've ever seen.

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@gebtmirschuld]

When you reached alpe d'huez i cried with you. As someone who is struggling with mental health I was able to feel all of your emotions. Cycling is giving me so much and is asking for nothing. I don't know where I would been without cycling. I have so much respect for your achievement.

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Wow thank you for your honestly @Rincewind, we are glad this cycling and this film are having a positive effect for you

[@jpschlosser]

x2 I watched while on the turbo trainer this morning and had both sweat and tears on my face during that moment. Definitely felt that one.

[@SteBauer]

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[@SteBauer]

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[@SteBauer]

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[@MrChippinator]

Just makes you realize how difficult pro cycling is. Kudos to these guys! Wonderful documentary!

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Absolutely, it's a whole different level of challenge and intensity. Glad you enjoyed the documentary! 🚴‍♂️👏 Thanks for watching!

[@TheMomosen]

I am watching this documentary on a plane, and people are looking at me, wondering why I have tears in my eyes.. This was a fantastic documentary

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Amazing! Thanks for the comment and watching:)

[@anonymeserpent9678]

I'm a 35y/o novice cyclist, just started to ride a few months ago but when i see what people can do with determination , its inspiring for me.

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Absolutely! Your determination is the key. Keep pedaling, and you'll achieve amazing things. Cheers for the inspiration! 🚴‍♂️💪

[@dalebrown2753]

Thank god for the Bicycle. I’ve always loved them, always will. Cycling through the beautiful landscapes just brings a sense of peace to me.

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Couldn’t agree more, cheers for watching!

[@vickyburton2434]

As a triathlete and someone who has trained horses for the Tevis Cup horse race, I can tell you; I have the most respect for all of you. Each sport has its challenges and bike racing is no exception. Congratulations to each and every one of you. You are all winners in my mind. I know I was not the only one crying watching this. The team work shown here hits the heart of what sport should be .💗💗💗💗

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Thanks! Appreciate the sentiment. 🚴

[@patrickwalsh279]

My latest Best of KZbin Award winner. This gem appeared in the random feed and it looked like it could be good. Beyond good: what a lovely group of guys doing something amazing for a great cause. Those Kiwis are such good people. Can't imagine the camaraderie, memories, and awesome achievement: I'm kinda jealous ;-) Superb and uplifting! So glad they made a film of their wonderful saga. Cheers!

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Wow thanks for the kind words @Patrick. We're glad you enjoyed the film!

[@lifecycleproject]

Congratulations to Matthew Jenke for an epic film, to the riders for their monumental achievement, and to Jonathan Douglas for putting it all together. Humbling, inspiring and thought-provoking in equal measure.

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Appreciate it @Angus, we're glad you enjoyed it

[@marciandjohn6320]

Such a honor to see the real pain, suffering, comradship, team dedication to each other. Thank you for this!

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Well said, glad you enjoyed the film

[@hailcsr]

I’m in the first 10 min of the video. I’ll post my impression afterwards. A little about me, I completed 2 IronMan triathlons, ran three marathons, completed Escape from Alcatraz, rode two centuries, trained for years in judo, three years in BJJ, two years of Muay Thai, three years of CrossFit, and strength training on my own for 8 + years. And I can’t even imagine attempting to go for something like this without at least three years of focused and specific training. It boggles my mind. What they don’t talk about it’s their physical capabilities like being a rider for most of their loves. Intense

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Oh wow that's quite a fitness CV @Hail CSR! Yes to train for something like this in less than a year like the guys did does boggle the mind but somehow they made it through. It just shows what the human body is capable of when you push the limits - which i'm sure you've done many a time! Cheers for watching

[@jannickliche7080]

For someone battling his own inner demons biking help me so much cope with this. This documentary was just amazing! If there’s ever a redo count me in lol. Just amazing and a great effort! Will show this to the boys.

[@MessieAs]

Cycling helped me overcome my depression and i cannot thank my therapist enough for nudging me into picking up this sport. Whenever i feel that darkening inside my skull, i can help myself by pulling my road bike out of the garage and hurtle down the mostly flat roads of northern germany. Overcoming my depression included quite a few more forms of therapy, but cycling is the part that i can do just like that and it helps me almost instantly. - Next week my wife and me (and our dogs) will be travelling to eastern bretagne and i am seriously looking forward to cycling tours in the area. Very inspiring video!

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

It's wonderful to hear how cycling has positively impacted your life and mental health. Enjoy your cycling tours in eastern Bretagne! 🚴‍♂️💙

[@treacherousshark]

Sheesh 27:11 got me tearing up. It resonates with the mission of mental health, that we sometimes can't do it alone but are to scared to ask for help. Instead saying " go one without me " If you're feeling like you're at the end of your rope, tie a knot in it and the people that love you will come and help. Additionally, for anyone dealing with a mental health issue you're not alone and no one who truly loves you will mind if you ask for help.

[@chrismcgourty1756]

What an astonishing piece of film and humanity. Bikes, bikes, bikes, summer, TDF, that's no coincidence. 55 mins go I didn't even know these guys, now I'm proud of them.

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

It's incredible how a shared passion for cycling and the TDF can unite people. Glad you enjoyed the film and connected with their journey!

[@Free_Ranger_CT110]

Very inspirational film. I had a close friend who took his own life, suicide is a dreadful thing. I can understand the emotional rollercoaster the guys went through during this ride, I walked 900km on the Camino Frances in 2019 & had much the same emotional freefall the guys here went through. Great film.

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

We're glad you enjoyed the film

[@paul_zoklits]

the fact that all of you actually finished this is truly incredible, mad props!

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Right?! Big ups to the guys. Cheers for watching @Paul

[@DanChippendaleMusic]

The scene with them pushing Stu up Alpe D'uez. That triggered me 😭 Great documentary 👏🏻

[@JustAThought155]

God! What a benefit to see these guys during the 29:00 minute’s toughest stage. Watching them helping their mate up hill when his strength and mental stamina were broken just broke me. I am weeping as the cyclist wept. As a person at home subjected to a time for recovery from multiple cycling crash incidents and acquiring a few head injuries, which have created serious mental health episodes due to the trauma, I sit weeping as I watch these men weep after using their hands to push their teammate on beyond his limits during that very hard climb. They just raised something greater than cash for this mental health sufferer. I just learned the value of receiving help to climb the hills of life. My typical “I can get through this” competitive nature is now learning, after recently undergoing cognitive therapy, how to slow my pace. But also the importance of asking my mates for help. So, this video just showed me the benefit of accepting such suggested help as I watched the teammates place their hands on their mate’s back to gently help and guide him up the steep tough hills. This section alone was worth watching, for me. What an important visual I now have to recall during the tough times I must face. Now it is time for me to resume watching the next stages. I had to pause the video, cry, and share how this has impacted me. Thanks for sharing this documentary. 💜

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Wow thank you for the powerful comment @JustAThought and sharing your story. We're so glad this film is having such a positive impact on so many people & the honesty being shared in the comments. You never know how much impact your comment might have on others as well. Thanks for watching!

[@siftyjohn]

I initially was disappointed I got sick before stage 20. But before long I realised it was one of the greatest gifts of the tour - the way the boys took care of me when I most needed them was something I almost missed out on.

[@JustAThought155]

Thank you @silvereyefilms and @johnrandal for your shared honesty. I would rewatch this Tour every year, probably, instead of annually watching someone earn the “Yellow Jersey.” This show captures how to truly win in life: helping others and receiving help. We all need each other so the “Yellow Jersey” celebration only exonerates one person. But we are not living individual lives; instead, we are all connected during the victories and the tragedies of life. And this show captures that reality!❤

[@rafaelperezfranco1497]

Hello, from Colombia with 59 years and practitioner of road cycling I was pleased to find some "crazy" like me who persist in clinging to our beautiful sport that in my case is my yoga. I intend to travel alone soon just over 900 kms between Bogota and Santa Marta, one of our coastal cities. I congratulate you on this feat, you are an example for us "old people".

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Glad you enjoyed it @Rafael, all the best for your adventure - Thanks for sharing!

[@thealspoet]

A compelling but tough watch. Only because I was a born cyclist really. My favourite sport for the majority of my life before ALS! Miss it terribly but have to cherish everyday still and I'm happy my poetry is not something this hideous disease can stop. Amazing what these gentlemen accomplished together, both the ride and the fund raising for a good cause.

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

I appreciate your perspective. Must be tough to watch considering your background. Cherishing every day is indeed important. Thanks for watching!

[@johndodd9777]

Very rarely have I seen anything as inspiring as pushing your comrade up the mountain. Bloody hell.

[@KITRHOD]

I am 65 and have done London to Paris and just completed London to Reims - these pale into insignificance when compared to this. Great effort and great film

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Whoah great riding @Chris, appreciate the comment

[@leangrypoulet7523]

Great documentary. As an avid follower of the TdF, indeed all GT’s and cycling in general, this was a great and very human watch. I live in the French Alps now, have done étapes and multi day charity bike rides across France, so know exactly what this is like. The pain, the highs, the lows, the exhilaration the exhaustion. So to stitch it all together to do the TdF is fantastic, especially from those suffering their own inner demons. As it happens, I’m 50 next year and have been discussing doing this with a friend (a Kiwi by chance) next year, and as ex-armed forces, for a veteran’s mental health charity. This has been a great motivator. Outstanding effort gentleman, outstanding. And thank you for the excellent short film. 🤟

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Great comment, sounds like you know what’s involved in this massive undertaking. I hope you can ride the tour yourself sometime soon!

[@michaeloneill5824]

I'm an Aussie....I've always liked Kiwis, they're generally just top people. Congratulations on the finish, raising such a great amount of money for a good cause and for inspiring people along the way. Well done.

[@medialies6254]

Truly inspirational boys....as a former British champion cyclist i congratulate you all...really enjoyed this video, as much if not more than the actual tour....thankyou

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Wow, thank you for your kind words, you'll have a great understanding of how massive a undertaking this was. We're glad you enjoyed the documentary

[@symoneprice798]

Cool. You’re a champion cyclist?? I’ve only been cycling for a week. With my kids on a bike trailer on my mountain bike. Any suggestions?

[@medialies6254]

@@symoneprice798 just stay safe and have fun my friend...i guess youre not aspiring to race so yeah....just have fun

[@symoneprice798]

@@medialies6254 I’m not aspiring to race but I want to do all the fun stuff I see on this channel, like biking on bike lanes, wearing those outfits, and doing those hand signals when you turn. I have a steel mountain bike and from what the videos I’ve watched say, they are the heaviest. So I’m pulling a ton of weight. 60 pounds of my kids flesh, plus the trailer, and the bike, plus me, plus water, etc. i didn’t even think of being aero when I bought this stuff. I have a DYNACRAFT 26" VERTICAL ALPINE EAGLE DUAL SUSPENSION MOUNTAIN BIKE. Is that any good? I want to get an entry level road bike also, any suggestions? I NEED SUGGESTIONS!!!! Lol. I even downloaded Strava, although I’m yet to figure out the point of it. I also want to join a cycling club? But can I cycle in a club with my kiddos on the back? I want to be apart of the culture and get healthy!!!!

[@kingeskimo]

Amazing. That is what this documentary is and what each and every person involved in this is. Amazing.

[@elpoison626]

Been older men in 40 n 50 are truly an inspiration in all levels 👏👏👍👍

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Couldn't agree more!

[@gregd1218]

So much courage and willpower to finish the Tour. What an achievement. What an experience.

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Couldn’t agree more, cheers for watching!

[@vueltaskelter414]

Much respect. The July heatwave of 2018 was brutal. I don’t suffer any mental problems but doing the Raid Pyrenees at 53 in Sept that year was tough enough - mentally and physically - and that was only 4.5 days.

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Wow you'll have a great grasp of what goes into completing something this massive then! Cheers for watching

[@TellmewhyIdontlikeMondays]

Wow, I did the Raid in 2010! It was absolutely savage. I was still in my 20s back then, just, and it was so tough. Great achievement! 🎉

[@JayJayFDS]

I'm not suffering any mental illness (hope so). I'm just a very common cyclist who loves riding through the mountains for some hours once or twice a week. So I just can imagine how these guys had to suffer physically and even these suffers are extraordinary! Well done, guys!

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Thanks for the comment @Jochen, cheers for watching!

[@LodusVXI]

I don't comment on a lot of videos, but having just started cycling again, this video was honestly sensational. Extremely motivational and a very well put together film, thank you!

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Awesome @Jordan, thanks for sharing & we're glad you enjoyed it!

[@angus4463]

Had the pleasure to have known Bob Roll well back in his Tour days.. the stories he would tell. People have NO IDEA how hard that race is

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Oh wow - very lucky! Thanks for watching

[@JonMagno]

Am I the only one crying with these guys watching this in 2023. What a phenomenal achievement. It's so emotional for me and i've only done a handful of organized rides, never raced. I'm 59 now and I'm glad I did my riding when I was younger, stronger. Thank you for this film!

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

You're not alone. The emotional journey of these cyclists is on another level. Thanks for sharing your thoughts! 👍🚴‍♂️

[@JonMagno]

@@SilverEyeFilmsNZ Thank you for the kind reply. I hope all of them are doing well in 2024.

[@timvanmonero2720]

i wish this would be a commercially viable event. thousands of people sign up up (and pay), so logistics figure out. then we all go a day in front of the pro peloton. how amazing. sign me up.

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

I think there would be a big interest in that @Tim, from memory the biggest challenge for the organisers was booking the accommodation. Cheers for watching

[@stevebragg2454]

Only intended to watch a few minutes before my morning ride. Still here after an hour! First-class product. Excellent film. Belongs in theaters. But kudos to the eight who rode. You are right-we have no idea how tough it is. You helped put the pros' efforts in perspective. And for a great case. Kia ora!!

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Great comment - Glad you enjoyed it!

[@damiananders3598]

What an EPIC achievement not only completing the Tour, but also in showcasing that we all need help sometimes. NO matter how hard or tough things can get, there will always be someone that can help. Thank you so much for this beautiful story ❤❤❤❤

[@Jorsanmed]

Being involved in cycling for a very long time, meet lots of riders over the years, I know a couple of guys in this team, what you did was epic, amazing, gutsy, determination. We'll done boys, that was a truly amazing effort, great to watch. Jorge S.

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Well said @Jorsanmed, thanks for watching!

[@siftyjohn]

Glad you enjoyed it, Jorge!

[@beizensportler]

Absolutely beautiful - getting older myself while struggling with mental health issues, it was truly inspiring. I've been following the Tour de France for years and just picked up my first proper bike this year. Still a very long way to go to be able to even think about riding the distance of one single stage.

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Good on you for jumping on the bike again @beizensportler! Glad you enjoyed the film

[@cornelbacauanu1544]

The amazing endeavor of regular guys. Very inspiring!

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Absolutely! Thanks for watching

[@rjirving]

Brilliant - well done all from England. Loved that. Huge achievement and for such a worthy cause.

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Couldn’t agree more, cheers for watching!

[@mgrant6607]

Aa a 59 yr old amateur cyclist who just completed the Leadville 100, I can only imagine what riding the tour route is like when guys like me/us take 2x the time to go the same distance as the pros. Bravo.

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Thanks for watching and yes there were some long days on the tour 8hrs + riding was a common site

[@LuisFernandez-cg6lc]

I started riding a professional bicycle about year or so ago. I always did it as a teenager. I lost 40 lbs in the process and the feeling every time I ride my bike is absolutely unbelievable. Good job the whole team.

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

That is awesome!

[@LeonEvans_Guyver1]

that Alpe D'Huez stage destroyed me 😭😭😭😭😭😭 Chapeau to all of you!

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Was defiantly an emotional stage - cheers for watching!

[@markopoolo]

Absolutely amazing what some people do for others. Great bunch of guys...friendships forged forever. Well done. What a fantastic vid 👏

[@bamsquared3576]

I stopped training in triathlon when I had an injury when the pandemic hit. That leg injury really affected me so much that it scares me to run. This documentary is giving me flashbacks on all the sacrifices I made for Ironman. Im buying a bike again before this year ends and make sure to compete again. Thank you for this. You guys really have lit the fire in me once more!

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Your resilience is inspiring, "One Day Ahead" resonating with your journey is incredible. Wishing you a smooth return to cycling and new adventures. Cheers for watching

[@sascha1778]

Kudos to the riders for an incredible physical and mental achievement. Kudos to the organisers and helpers for making this happen. Kudos to the film crew and editors for putting this whole experience together in a mesmerising fashion. And last but not the least, thank you for raising awareness about mental health. Well done to all of you and thanks for taking us along on a breath taking experience.

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Couldn’t agree more, cheers for watching!

[@timoma6620]

This film is worth more than all the coverage of every Tour de France ever. ❤

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Wow, that means a lot! It was an authentic journey. Thanks for appreciating the unique story. Cheers!

[@josianedalcourt6700]

WOW! WONDERFULL! EMOTIONAL: i cried with them !!!! BRAVOOOO to you 8 extraordinary ordinary men!!!!!!!! so inspiring!!!!

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Couldn’t agree more, cheers for watching!

[@JamesJeffrey1995]

In tears watching this, everything about this was nothing short of amazing

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Thanks so much for the comment @James, glad you enjoyed it

[@Jerraleon]

I like that all the way through the job titles are mentioned, had a good laugh about that. Probs for everyone to take a leap of faith and hop on this awesome adventure with a bunch of strangers. Memories were made!

[@tinar.araneta3330]

Hello! This was a pleasant find; KZbin served me this video (probably because I watched the latest TDF docuseries on Netflix). Needless to say, this documentary was refreshing to watch because of how it portrayed the many moments an average person struggles with self-doubt as well as the tension of not wanting to let others down. All while trying to complete all 21 stages of TDF at that. So while the Netflix docuseries gave us a backstage pass to insights of cyclists and cycling teams, this one painted a more well-rounded picture of what your everyday, more relatable person goes through mentally, emotionally, and physically in the face of challenges (as well as how cycling can push you to the limits, while healing you at the same time). Kudos to all the riders, the support crew, and the film crew!

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Glad you found a relatable perspective. Kudos to the riders 🚴‍♂️👏

[@reubenisrael4003]

What a phenomenal documentary! Thanks for making it and posting it here. As a masters cat cyclist I can only dream of doing this some day or even one of the TDF routes will be awesome enough and I don't think I could do any better than them. Well done 'ordinary guys doing extraordinary things'.

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Glad you enjoyed it! We hope you dream comes true one day @Rueben

[@antonymeneghini2276]

it melted my heart when I saw my Birth City Arras - the team is incredible! such an act of courage! wonderful docu

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Thanks for watching @Antony

[@VideobyKB]

That Alpe D’huez stage would have been hard for the emotions, the body would have been sore, but to be that close to the point of turning back halfway through perhaps the most historically important climb in cycling, and then to get through it eventually as a team. I would love to do a challenge like this someday, it feels as though my body wouldn’t be physically able to, but half the challenge is mentally preparing for it.

[@stevefish782]

It was me sobbing at the end of that stage. I first rode the Alpe in 1992. In 1993, I took 2.5 days to ride a mountain stage of the tour. In 1998 I rode a whole mountain stage in one day and finished with heat exhaustion (Genoble-Les Deux Alpes, L'etape du Tour). So in 2018, I realised I first rode the Alpe more than half a life time ago and back then I would never have thought it were possible for me to ride every stage one day head, let alone at 49 years old. The relief, nostalgia and defiance against the fatigue the mountain was giving us came tumbling out.

[@VideobyKB]

@@stevefish782 well done for living a dream of many, and making it through the challenges on the way. I used to ride a decent amount when I was in my late teens - early twenties, now last year after several years off, I got back on my bike. Nowhere near the same fitness I used to have, and 20kg heavier, I just wanted to enjoy the journey again and make my commute a little less mundane. I’ve struggled through a couple of centuries since I’ve been back on the bike, but a 30 year old body is not as young as a 20 year old body, and it feels it’s only getting worse. I did once do 400km in a weekend many years ago, but theoretically I know somewhat how to prepare for a long ride. Although I’ll never ride competitively, the allure of cycle touring is what I’m chasing at the moment, although I’d need to set my family up financially before I bugger off for a few weeks at a time. Maybe I’ll do a Tour de France challenge someday, but more likely I’ll set off around part of Australia with just me and my bike. I can’t even begin to imagine the difficulty of the mountain stages of France, there’s nothing even close to them in Australia, but it’d be awesome just to get that much distance in someday, and really soak in all the emotions I both love and endure on my bike. Well done for getting through the challenge again, it’s truly an inspiration.

[@Dan-Dans-Travels]

Had a tear in my eye watching that, pure emotion👍

[@markl2815]

Why isn’t this rating higher than it is ? This is absolutely bloody epic and beautifully made too Belated congratulations to the lot of you.

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Glad you enjoyed it @Mark

[@bironbrunelle5186]

Because it is too long for the common attention span, same with grand tours: I love cycling.

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

@@bironbrunelle5186 Your probably right! Glad the length isnt putting most people off though. Feel free to share around

[@pb2959]

The production quality here is amazing. That being said, I am in Québec, Canada. Anyone here wants to start a project like this, I would have trouble saying no.

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Glad you enjoyed it @PB!

[@erikschmidt5263]

Holy crap...that mental health topic hit me out of nowhere...8 minutes in and somebody started cutting some mean onions...amazing video

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

We're glad this was powerful for you Erik - thanks for watching!

[@sansfoy1114]

A wonderful achievement for an important cause captured in a splendid film. Congratulations!

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Thanks @Sansfoy for watching !

[@seahorserider33]

Had more than one tear in my eye while watching... incredible!!

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Glad you enjoyed it:)

[@nickjowett]

I've struggled with addiction/mental health issues my whole life, and have recently found cycling as far as I can is the only way to keep it at bay. Thank you for this, genuinely; I think I found it exactly when I needed to. Human effort, emotion and empathy are beautiful things!

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Cycling can be a powerful remedy. I'm glad you found solace on the bike. Keep riding, and if you ever need support, the cycling community is here for you. Cheers for watching!

[@larrygrossman8021]

Best documentary - or best documentary ever?

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Thanks for watching Larry!

[@dennishaughton4554]

That must had been amazing. The bond and brotherhood that was formed must had been unimaginable.

[@CowDaily]

I cried watching this, i really do understand how you feel on and off the bike. Chapeau lads.

[@kayo7082]

I watched it three times and still getting goosebumps, still fighting tears. My dream experience to live through it with eight other guys

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Amazing ! We’re glad the guys tackling this mammoth ride has inspired you

[@beadsnbraidsnz]

This film is storytelling at its finest, enjoyed getting to know each of the men and watching their journey through out. Scenery wasn’t bad either!! Props to Mr Jenke 🙌🚵 absolutely loved it and will recommend to all my friends & fam!

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@jekker1000]

just finished 85 km ride yesterday. Me bottoms were hurting and no power left. I can not imagine doing 200km a day for 21 days. Insane, that is dedication

[@Erik-rc7iy]

This was the most beautiful video I’ve seen on KZbin ever! Truly amazing inspirational and just awesome!!! You boys did gods work! Greetings from Texas USA!

[@FlatSpinMan]

Wow. That was beautiful and so inspiring. It looked like an absolute battle but for the whole team to make it around is incredible.

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Thanks for watching @JMS!

[@Stelomat]

my deepest respect to those guys amazing achievement. everybody that has ridden a few more hm uphill understands what 100km +4000+ hm means either you like it or hate it but its quite the achievment to do 1 stage but all of them as a non pro cyclist just amazing.

[@shadowiwi]

This is such an intimate and emotional watch. Kudos to the 8 guys and their support team!

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Thanks for watching

[@tomweldhen]

This is a wonderful, notionally charged film. Cycling saved me, in many ways. Every now and then I forget that and my mental health deteriorates. Thanks you for making this and congratulations on an incredible achievement

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Thanks for the nice comment @Tom, glad you enjoyed it mate

[@jaronstephens9894]

Nice work!! Brought back memories of my own cycle adventure from the French Alps’s to Greece.

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Thanks Jaron, im glad you enjoyed the documentary. Cycling through the French Alps’s to Greece sounds epic!

[@skandal6703]

Brilliant documentary, i don't really have any interest in cycling but here i am crying over a bicycle tour.

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Haha cycling does weird and wonderful things to a person! Cheers for watching @Skandal

[@breathestrongcycling3672]

2018? jeez you made us wait a while for this gem of a film eh! 😆 Chapeau to everyone involved that did so much for a great cause....

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Haha I know right! Its been on VOD for the last 3 years:) Thanks for watching!

[@petyrkowalski9887]

Wow…this deserves 100000 thumbs up from me. I have cycled all over France and several tour stages on my own but not 21 stages in 3 weeks…. That is just amazing. Truly. Well done guys.. this made me tear up.

[@SilverEyeFilmsNZ]

Wow, thank you! Glad you enjoyed it:)

[@petyrkowalski9887]

@@SilverEyeFilmsNZ do you have more videos or maybe a blog or website I could find out more about your groups training etc for this epic adventure?