Pedal to Freedom – HOW CYCLING SAVED MY LIFE – with Owen Vermeulen

Watch as we go on a captivating adventure with Owen Vermeulen as he pedals his way from addiction’s grasp and living on the streets of Vancouver’s Downtown East Side, to the liberating world of cycling and becoming an Elite level gravel cyclist for Opicure Foundation. This documentary showcases the power of resilience, the support of a diverse cycling community, and the determination to inspire change.

Owen, a former professional skateboarder, faced addiction but found hope in the rhythm of the pedal. Follow his remarkable journey as he takes on the Transcordilleras race, battling adversity and rising above setbacks.

Huge THANK YOU to all the sponsors who helped Owen get to where he is today and to all the support from Transcordilleras, Terradosa, Abbura Colombia, Steven Guzman for getting these shots to us.

Thank you to Opicure Foundation for all the work you do to support people in recovery from addiction.

Other sponsors
– The Feed
– Canyon Gravel
– Spinergy
– Wahoo
– Giro Cycling
– Kenda Tires
– Reform Saddle
– Alba Optics
– HMPL Design
– First Endurance
– Belgian Waffle Ride

B-Roll Credits to
@StevenGuzman
@AburraColombia
@TrueCrimeCentral
@ExploreVancouverCanada
@waltzvisuals1949
@user-dw5gp4iv8o
@Pixadisc
@musigncorp4464