In October 2008, Senior Sergeant Mick “Crazy” Koerner was diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumour. In an effort to assist Crazy and his family, his work colleagues and friends established a cycling event called Ride Like Crazy. On 22 January 2009 more than 600 riders took part in the fundraising event.

Due to the overwhelming success of Ride Like Crazy, South Australia Police has adopted the ride as a community event. Ride Like Crazy 2012 will continue the event’s legacy of promoting the fight against cancer.

Full distance ride - 109.2 km (7.30 a.m.):
Start at Victoria Square, Adelaide, embark on Adelaide’s "most popular" hill climb to Crafers and then weave through the picturesque towns of the Adelaide Hills.

Half distance ride - 53.2 km (8.30 a.m.):
Start at Woodside Oval, Woodside and join the full distance riders to Lobethal before descending along Gorge Road and finishing at Victoria Square, Adelaide.

Supporters

Want to get involved in Ride Like Crazy without riding a bike? Become a supporter and help encourage the riders along the route. By simply wearing a Ride Like Crazy jersey or polo top you are promoting the fight against cancer. You can also assist by helping out at the refreshment stations along the route or with the lunch at Victoria Square although this assistance is totally optional. By registering as a supporter you receive a complementary jersey or polo top and lunch on the day.