
“Beautifully photographed, this film slowly unspools into much more than a glorious travelogue.”
— Mike Ferraro
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“Beautifully showcases the intimate, relatable moments of friendship; moments that feel undeniably human.” — Hanna Balicki
“Tracing the Divide is an intimate portrait of brotherhood and resilience.” — Hayley Garcia
“What may have started as an adventure with a little soul searching quickly becomes a deeper exploration of endurance, friendship and self-discovery.” — Vickie Hsieh
“At the heart of the film is a relationship forged over decades.” — Eddie Kasparian
“Hidden behind the cycling and spectacular views is really a heartwarming story on male friendship and what it means to be vulnerable.” — Anne Sampson
“The friendship is real (and not always sunshine and lollipops), touching, and at times laugh out loud funny!” — Helen Sampson
“Beyond the ride, it’s an endearing ode to chasing dreams with a friend who knows your soul.” — Becky Santos
“There will be blood and mud and... candy. A true test of friendship. Motivational. A goal oriented pilgrimage with no pot of gold at the end. Just bragging rights.” — Rondell Sheridan
“A gripping tale of friendship, resilience, and self-discovery, all set against one of the toughest bike routes in the world.” — Karen Valero
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“This movie helped me want to reconnect with family and friends.” — Jim Benko
“Cycling is about personal reflection, a metaphor for your own life’s journey with each and every pump of your pedal.” — Nicholas Adam Clark
“It's got all the makings of a great adventure: stunning mountain trails, grueling climbs, heart-pounding descents, and just enough campfire wisdom to make you want to hit the road yourself.” — Shawn Dellis
“This heartwarming film about two cyclists' journey from Canada to Mexico is a love letter to America's wide open spaces.” — Tami Dorsey
“Sometimes the muddy muck isn't a detour - it's part of the journey. A place to pause, reflect, and gather strength before moving forward again.” — Lorawn Dupree
“A magical escape and very inspiring....... I loved the male banter and spats between them, so honest and real.” — Vicki Hales
“In a society where a rather dubious version of manhood is often celebrated, Tracing the Divide shows the best kind of men.” — Samuel Joseph
“The film invites us to enjoy the thrills and chills on screen while subtly encouraging us to explore our own fears, self-limitations, and comfort zones.” — Kevin Keppy
“This inspiring film celebrates resilience, adventure, and the transformative power of human connection.” — Emily Murotake
“Chris and Chris showed how shared struggles and extraordinary adventures can forge an even stronger bond. Watching their story unfold was nothing short of inspiring!” — Cassandra Scerbo
“It’s one of those films that sneaks up on you in the best way possible.” — Molly Sue Welch
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“As they push through the physical and emotional challenges of the journey, the film naturally unfolds into a meditation on friendship, family, and the ways in which endurance brings clarity.” — Lex Benedict
“The Tour Divide is not for the faint of heart and the filmmakers here have captured what it takes to ride this path to cycling redemption.” — Dreux DeMack
“Their adventure demonstrates the will necessary to follow your dreams and the mental toughness involved when being tested, in hopes of personal transformation.” — Elias Kacavas
“The Divide will test you, break you, and see you better for it on the other side.” — Adam Maurer
“It's a testament to the resilience of humans and the glory of sport that drives some people to take on such a mammoth endeavor.” — Dustin Pearlman
“Bicyclist or not, viewers come away touched by the depth of these cyclists' fortitude, good-humored rapport and affection.” — James Sampson
“A journey of self-discovery, friendship, and the human spirit's resilience. It's a film that will make you laugh, cry, and perhaps, like me, reflect on your own life's journey.” — Kevin K. Shah
“The film captures a deeper, more profound message: life's true gifts often lie in the hardships we face and the connections we build along the way.” — David Stoddard
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“When something as physically demanding as this is attempted, the facade breaks down and we’re left with raw emotion and brutally honest discourse as these two soul-searching athletes grow.” — Joshua Casburn
“Its deepest beauty lies in how it captures the quiet, vulnerable moments of what it means to keep moving forward when the path isn't clear.” — Lorawn Dupree
“Most inspiring was seeing the vulnerability of two men, in 24 days, discover who they currently are as friends, husbands, and parents, and more importantly who they want to be.” — B.J. Gallo
“Scar tissue is a trophy. This documentary provides a much-needed foil of vulnerability growth, and endurance is the key to empathy.” — Saida Staudenmaier
“This film gave me permission to embrace vulnerability, to express appreciation for friendship, and to reflect on the love of family—both past and present.” — Jay Yanko
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“Tracing the Divide isn't just for cycling enthusiasts - it's a universal story about pushing boundaries, confronting fears, and the indelible power of shared experiences.” — Jennifer Green
“Tracing the Divide is a film for everyone from armchair enthusiasts to weekend warriors to hardcore cyclists to anyone curious about long cycling adventures.” — C.J. Hribal