For anyone who doesn’t know me — I’m Isaac, I’m 19, and I’ve been living in Australia for just over a year now. A few days ago, I was on the train home from work reading The Wim Hof Method — a book my mum had just given me. It talked about pushing yourself outside your comfort zone, and it really got me thinking.

So… I’ve decided that on March 1st, 2026, I’ll be setting off on a massive challenge: cycling 17,000 km around the entire coastline of Australia. I’ll be camping in a tent every night and aiming to ride around 100 km a day, with one rest day a week. Based on that, I should complete the journey in about 6–7 months. I’ll be starting in Newcastle, NSW, and going anti-clockwise around the coast.

The best part is that I won’t be doing it alone — my best mate Joe will be joining me for the whole journey. Together, we’ll be tackling the ride side by side, each supporting a cause close to our hearts. I’ll be raising money for breast cancer research in honour of my grandmother, who bravely battled the disease before passing away when I was 12. Joe will be fundraising for men’s mental health, another hugely important cause that touches so many lives.

Since I was younger, I’ve always tried to give back in different ways — from shaving my head, to a sponsored run, to a charity boxing event. But this ride will definitely be the biggest challenge yet.

Between now and when we set off, we’ll be sharing our journey on social media — training rides, updates, and little fundraising events along the way. Any donations, shares, or support would mean the world.

Thanks for reading.