Emma Finney

Cardiac Crusaders

So here goes … Now officially committed to train with a goal to ride 333km over 3 days from Cairns to Cooktown in September! The Cardiac Crusaders is a Cairns Regional Council and friends team, we and our supporters will make a real difference in the lives of people in our immediate FNQ community! We are fundraising to raise money for life-saving cardiac equipment and care.

Every kilometre I pedal is a step closer to better care, more advanced equipment, and improved outcomes for those who need it most. 

It’s not just a bike ride; it’s a way to give back to the community, inspire others, and show that together, we can achieve something incredible.

Friends and my family you have supported me through out our life journey, my paddling adventures and more recently my running journey.  In 2024, Finishing a 21.1km run in a Half Ironman Team and a month later backing up with completing a full Marathon 42.1km from no running history. This was an experience I never imagined possible. This year 2025 the challenge, to learn to ride a road bike, learn pack riding, tackle hills, and the elements of FNQ as an absolute beginner and fully supported, for a great cause . One day I may be ready for a Triathlon .  One journey at a time. 

Please join me on this journey — whether it’s by cheering us on, spreading the word, or making a donation. 

Thank you, for being part of my life, and part of this ride with me!

I plan to regularly blog over the next 15 weeks of training and over the 3 day ride ! Let’s do this xo Em