Cycle to Ignite Humanity Sets Sights on a World Record for the Most Elevation Gained on a Tandem Bike in North America, 305, 000 feet in 80 Days; Equaling 10 times Mount Everest, while Building a Better Future Through Education

In an extraordinary effort to inspire change and uplift communities, global thought leaders Lady JB Owen and Peter Giesin have embarked on a record-breaking tandem cycling journey from Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, to Homer, Alaska, last week. Their mission? To Ignite Humanity, one pedal stroke at a time while raising awareness and support for Inspiration Classrooms, a global initiative delivering educational opportunities and sustainably built learning facilities to underserved areas around the world.

The ambitious endeavor, called Cycle to Ignite Humanity, spans 9,037.6 kilometers with an elevation gain of 305,000 feet or 9500 meters, equivalent to ten times the height of Mount Everest. Over 80 days, the pair will ride through three countries, pushing physical and mental limits in pursuit of a World Record. More than a monumental athletic feat, the ride symbolizes the power of human determination and the transformative impact of education.

“Our goal is to show what’s possible when we come together to support one another,” says Lady JB Owen, founder of Ignite Publishing and visionary behind Ignite Humanity. “We’re cycling to create conversations, spark inspiration, and bring tangible educational resources to communities that need them most.”

This is not their first ride to raise awareness. The couple cycled 5,000 km, across five provinces, to Canada’s capital in 2020. In 2021, the duo cycled 7,000km throughout western Canada to Alaska. 2022 saw them travel 10,000km coast to coast from Vancouver to Newfoundland, and in 2023, they rode their tandem bike from Canada to the tip of the Baja Peninsula, Mexico.   

As they ride, Lady JB and Peter will be stopping in towns and cities across North America to host community events, connect with changemakers, and encourage individuals to join the movement. The couple invites schools, organizations, and everyday people to get involved, whether by riding along for a leg of the journey, contributing to the building of an Inspiration Classroom, or spreading the word about the cause.

Inspiration Classrooms are eco-conscious, modular learning spaces designed to be deployed in regions where education is limited or inaccessible. Built using sustainable practices and materials, each classroom becomes a beacon of hope, possibility, and transformation. The couple has already built two schools in Indonesia. 

“Education is the key to Igniting Humanity,” adds Peter Giesin. “We’re riding to open hearts, build futures, and empower individuals everywhere with the tools they need to thrive.”

About Ignite Humanity

Ignite Humanity is a global movement dedicated to building compassion, empathy, and unity through acts of service, community connection, and transformational education. Through storytelling, philanthropy and purpose-driven initiatives, the movement raises awareness around critical global issues, especially the importance of education, and brings people together to uplift and empower others.

Having built two schools already in Indonesia, the initiative exemplifies what’s possible when communities unite for a greater cause. By championing access to learning, Ignite Humanity shines a spotlight on education as a powerful force for change.

Lady JB Owen shares: “We all have to make humanity our responsibility, and that responsibility starts with each one of us”.

As part of their mission, Lady JB and Peter are also proud supporters of the Los Cabos Children Foundation, further extending their commitment to uplifting young lives through compassionate action.

Join the Movement – Be Part of the Ride
Follow the journey, donate to the cause, or get involved at:
IG: @Epictandem
Threads: @EpicTandem
Facebok: https://www.facebook.com/epictandem

Contact:
Name:  Carolina Gold
Title: Media Relations – Cycle to Ignite Humanity
Email: carolina@igniteyou.life

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