Outriding the Fog
Why This Journey Matters
Mental health challenges affect millions of Australians.
Too often, people face anxiety, depression, PTSD, trauma, burnout and isolation without speaking openly about what they're experiencing.
For me, riding has become more than a hobby. It has become a way to reconnect with the present moment, find clarity, and regain perspective.
Outriding the Fog was created to turn one personal journey into a broader conversation about mental health, resilience and hope.
This is not a race. It is not an endurance challenge.
It is an opportunity to explore some of Australia's most remote landscapes while encouraging conversations that might help someone realise they are not alone.
Transparency & Funding
Outriding the Fog is independently organised and self-funded by 2WDriven.
All costs associated with planning and undertaking the journey—including fuel, accommodation, motorcycle maintenance, permits, communications and content production—are personally funded unless otherwise disclosed.
Where a charity fundraising campaign is established, 100% of donations made through the official charity fundraising page will go directly to the nominated charity.
Any separate "Support the Ride" contributions are entirely optional and are used solely to assist with the costs of delivering the journey and sharing its stories.
We believe transparency matters. Supporters will always be able to clearly see whether contributions are directed to the charity or to supporting the expedition itself.
The Mission
Raise Awareness
Use adventure travel and storytelling to encourage open conversations about mental health.
Raise Funds
Support mental health services through fundraising for our charity partner.
Build Community
Bring together riders, travellers and supporters who believe nobody should have to face mental health challenges alone.
Inspire Hope
Show that resilience is not about never struggling.
It is about continuing forward, one day and one kilometre at a time.
The Route
Beginning in Cairns, the journey will cross some of Australia's most remote and spectacular regions, including:
- Savannah Way
- Gulf Country
- Arnhem Land
- Kakadu
- The Northern Territory
- The Kimberley
- Broome
Expedition Statistics
Distance: 8,000+ kilometres
Duration: 6-8 weeks
Motorcycle: Suzuki DR650
Terrain: Remote dirt roads, outback tracks, national parks and isolated communities
Support The Ride
Become An Outrider
Outriders are the people helping make this journey bigger than one rider on one motorcycle.
You can help by:
- Sharing content
- Promoting fundraising efforts
- Connecting sponsors
- Providing local knowledge
- Supporting the journey online
Together we can create a bigger conversation around mental health across Australia.
Please contact me through any of the below channels or edphelps@gmail.com, +44(61)0402111226.
Sponsors & Partners
We are seeking organisations that share our commitment to:
- Mental health awareness
- Community impact
- Adventure travel
- Resilience and wellbeing
Partner organisations will receive recognition across:
- Website
- YouTube
- Social media
- Expedition updates
- Campaign materials
If your organisation would like to support the journey, we'd love to hear from you.
Please contact me through any of the below channels or edphelps@gmail.com, +44(61)0402111226.
Follow The Journey
Follow weekly updates from the road across:
One Journey. A Bigger Conversation.
Sometimes the most important step is simply starting the conversation.
If this journey helps even one person feel less alone, it will have been worth every kilometre.
2WDriven
Wild Places. Quiet Minds.
Outriding the Fog is an awareness and fundraising initiative. It does not provide mental health advice, diagnosis or crisis support. If you or someone you know requires immediate assistance, please contact emergency services or an appropriate mental health support service.