Lael Wilcox’s new film takes us inside one of the most ambitious bikepacking feats ever attempted. A record-setting ride around the world in 2024. Clocking in at 108 days, 12 hours, and 12 minutes, for the entire ride. Lael didn’t just break the circumnavigation-by-bike world record; she reshaped what we thought was possible on two wheels.

Lael Rides Around the World | Full Film Play The entire movie is available for free on YouTube.

Directed and documented by photojournalist Rugile Kaladyte, the feature-length film captures the raw, authentic moments behind the record. From euphoric stretches of endless tarmac to gritty emotional lows. The movie offers a front-row seat to an 18,000-mile odyssey driven by grit, community, and an unrelenting love for the bike. Along the way, Lael is joined by friends, fans, and fellow riders, transforming what could have been a solo mission into a rolling celebration of human connection.

For those who want to delve deeper and genuinely appreciate the visuals, there’s more to the experience than just the film. (Photo: SRAM) Get the Full Artistic Experience

Lael Rides Around the World – Official Book is the perfect companion piece, offering a behind-the-scenes look at every twist and turn of the journey. Featuring full-color photography and essays by Kaladyte, the book is a vivid tribute to the spirit of adventure and the global cycling community that helped push Lael forward. It even comes with a removable jacket that folds out into a full-size poster — perfect for anyone chasing their next big ride.

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Whether you’re a cyclist, an adventurer, or just someone who loves a good story, this project —the film and book —captures something bigger than a record: it’s about the places a bike can take you and the people who help get you there.

Own a piece of cycling history — grab the book and relive the ride, one incredible mile at a time.

You can purchase the book here