UNSTOPPABLE: Crossing Australia on a Mamba Venom

On the morning of 4 March 2023, Gary Hastings rolled his bike onto the sand at Cabarita Beach in northern New South Wales. Behind him was the Pacific Ocean. Ahead of him lay the vast Australian continent.

The plan was ambitious: ride across Australia and document the journey — a challenge that would later become the book Unstoppable.

But standing there on the beach that morning, the journey was still unknown. Thousands of kilometres of road stretched west across changing landscapes, remote highways and some of the harshest riding environments in the world.

This was not simply a cycling trip. It was a test of endurance, resilience and determination — one that would push both rider and machine to their limits.

The Beginning: Leaving Cabarita Beach

The first kilometres followed the coastal roads of northern New South Wales. Humid ocean air and green landscapes formed the backdrop as Gary began the ride.

But the further inland he travelled, the more the landscape began to change.

The roads grew longer between towns. Traffic thinned. The sky widened.

Day after day followed a simple rhythm: ride, refuel, rest and ride again.

Some days felt effortless. Others demanded patience and determination just to keep moving forward.

The Reality of Riding Across Australia

Australia presents a unique challenge for long-distance cyclists.

Outside major population centres, distances between towns can stretch hundreds of kilometres. Weather conditions shift rapidly, and winds sweeping across open plains can quickly turn a comfortable ride into a demanding effort.

Cyclists often face:

• powerful headwinds across open landscapes
• extreme daytime temperatures
• isolated highways with minimal traffic
• long stretches between services

These conditions turn long rides into both a physical and mental challenge. Progress often happens one kilometre at a time.

Crossing the Nullarbor

One of the most defining stages of Gary’s journey was crossing the Nullarbor Plain.

The Nullarbor is one of Australia's most iconic landscapes — vast, treeless and exposed. Roads stretch forward in long straight lines that disappear into the horizon.

For cyclists, it represents one of the toughest sections of any cross-country ride.

Days on the Nullarbor can involve relentless crosswinds, open roads with little shelter and the mental fatigue that comes from riding across an endless landscape.

It is here that determination becomes essential. Riders quickly learn that the only option is to keep moving forward.

The Bike Behind the Journey: Mamba Venom

For the entire journey Gary rode the Mamba Venom electric bike, supported by Mamba as part of the adventure. Mamba Venom Electric Bike — Road-Legal Commuter eBike Australia – Mamba E-Bikes & E-Scooters

Long-distance riding places significant demands on both rider and equipment. Riding day after day across thousands of kilometres requires reliability, comfort and efficiency.

Throughout the journey, the Mamba Venom proved to be a dependable partner on the road.

The bike’s electric pedal-assist system allowed Gary to manage energy across long days of riding while still experiencing the full physical challenge of the journey.

Several advantages became clear during the ride:

• Pedal assistance helped maintain momentum across long distances.
• Energy management allowed Gary to conserve strength during demanding stages.
• Wind resistance support helped when strong headwinds slowed progress.
• Extended range made it possible to continue riding further each day.

Rather than replacing the effort of cycling, the Venom supported the journey — helping the ride continue day after day across Australia's vast landscapes.

Electric Bikes and Adventure

Electric bikes are transforming the way people explore the world.

While many riders first discover e-bikes through commuting, their potential extends far beyond city travel.

For adventure riders and explorers, pedal-assist technology offers several important benefits:

• the ability to ride longer distances
• better energy management over demanding terrain
• greater accessibility for riders of different fitness levels
• the freedom to explore further

Gary’s journey across Australia demonstrates how electric bikes can open new possibilities for exploration while preserving the experience of real cycling.

A Journey With Purpose

Gary’s ride was about more than distance.

The journey also helped raise awareness for charitable initiatives supporting disadvantaged children through organisations such as Tong-Len, which focuses on helping children escape poverty through education and opportunity.

Each kilometre ridden across Australia carried not only the challenge of the road but also a message about perseverance and compassion.

The Story Behind Unstoppable

Gary documented the entire experience in his book Unstoppable.

 https://www.meiliroaming.com/store/p/unstoppable

The book explores the preparation behind the ride, the challenges encountered along the road and the lessons learned throughout the journey.

It captures both the difficult moments and the rewarding experiences that define long adventures.

More than anything, it tells the story of persistence — and the mindset required to keep moving forward when the road feels endless.

The Venom in the Real World

Gary’s ride across Australia demonstrated something important.

Electric bikes are not limited to short urban rides or daily commuting. With the right rider and the right mindset, they can support real exploration across some of the most demanding landscapes on earth.

The Mamba Venom proved itself capable of supporting a serious long-distance adventure across Australia.

For riders who want to travel further, explore more and experience new challenges, the Venom is built for the journey.

The Meaning of Being Unstoppable

The Meaning of Being Unstoppable

Long journeys teach a simple lesson.

Progress rarely happens all at once. It happens kilometre by kilometre, day after day, through persistence and determination.

There will always be moments when the road feels long, the wind feels strong and the destination feels far away. Conditions change, fatigue builds and continuing forward becomes a test of both mindset and equipment.

But journeys like this are not completed through comfort. They are completed through resilience — and through having the right machine beneath you.

Gary Hastings’ ride across Australia shows exactly how electric bikes are changing what riders are capable of achieving.

Modern e-bikes allow riders to manage energy over long distances, maintain momentum in difficult conditions and continue exploring when fatigue would normally slow progress. Pedal-assist does not replace the effort of cycling — it supports it. It allows riders to go further, ride longer and experience landscapes that once demanded extreme endurance.

Throughout the journey across Australia, the Mamba Venom proved itself as a dependable partner on the road.

Designed for real-world riding, the Venom combines a powerful motor, a reliable long-range battery and a durable frame built to handle demanding conditions. When riding across thousands of kilometres of changing terrain, reliability becomes everything — and the Venom delivered day after day.

The bike’s pedal-assist system helped maintain steady momentum against headwinds and across open plains. Its battery capacity supported long days in the saddle. Its components were built for durability, ensuring the ride could continue without compromise.

In adventures like this, a bike is more than just equipment. It becomes part of the journey.

Gary’s crossing of Australia demonstrates that electric bikes are not limited to short urban rides or daily commuting. With the right rider and the right machine, they can support real exploration across some of the most demanding landscapes on earth.

For riders who want to travel further, explore more and push beyond familiar roads, the Mamba Venom is built for the journey.

Because sometimes the only way forward is simple:

Keep riding.