Across the Bay to Conquer Cancer

Across the Bay to Conquer Cancer

On its third anniversary, Across the Bay to Conquer Cancer is back, pushing the limits once again by attempting to set the world record for the largest and longest kiteboarding marathon.

The 2015 Across the Bay challenge will take place on Saturday 7 February where 100 experienced riders will endeavour to cross 75 kilometres of Port Phillip Bay, from Rosebud to Port Melbourne.

For the first time, Across the Bay will not only be a fantastic event for participants with live broadcasting set up at  Port Melbourne Yacht Club following the journey of this unique challenge.

In 2013, Cesar Aldea founded Across the Bay following the passing of his mother Edith from cancer. From then on, Cesar decided that his mission in life was to become a cancer fighter for all those who were helpless against their illness.

'Across the Bay was a way for me to grieve and allowed me to finally be happy following the loss of my mother by helping others", said Cesar following the inaugural event.

Across the Bay's goal is to raise awareness of the sport whilst also raising vital funds for the Cancer Council Victoria help fight cancer. The event is designed to challenge experienced kiteboarders to honour the daily struggle cancer sufferer's face.

The challenge is proud to be supporting cancer victims Australia-wide and in 2015 hopes to raise $60,000 with every cent raised going directly to The Cancer Council Victoria.

As well as raising funds and awareness for The Cancer Council, Across the Bay also aims to celebrate Port Phillip Bay and its unique setting that is popular amongst kiteboarders across Melbourne, helping to promote the Bay and protect its health and cleanliness by kiteboarding its length.

Since the first event in 2013, Across the Bay has continued to grow from strength to strength with participant numbers increasing every year. Cesar strives to continue to grow the challenge and cause promising to 'continue Across the Bay until it is one of the biggest events in Australia and hopefully the world to help continue the fight against cancer".

To hear more about Cesar's story, click on the link: http://acrossthebay.com.au