Hall Chadwick QLD is proud to once again sponsor the Sisters of the Saddle (SOTS) women’s charity bike ride for the fourth year in a row.
Formed in 2021, SOTS unites like-minded professional women with a shared passion for making a difference to the lives of young people in need. Rooted in their love of cycling, these women have built strong friendships and a deep commitment to supporting each other and the communities they live in.
Together, they’re encouraging more women to discover the confidence, joy, and connection that cycling brings.
SOTS Charity Partners
SOTS proudly supports two not-for-profit partners:
TRACTION helps at-risk youth build skills, confidence, and resilience by working alongside them to build their own bikes. The program empowers young people to make positive choices and set themselves on a better path.
Zephyr Education helps children whose education has been disrupted by domestic violence get back to school as quickly as possible by supplying them with school uniforms and other school essentials.
SOTS Challenge Rides
- 2022: 34 female leaders rode 350 km over 3 days, raising $300,000.
- 2023: Launch of the Sisters of the Saddle Foundation and a Toowoomba-to-Brisbane ride raised $380,000.
- 2024: Continued focus on getting more women on bikes, alongside the signature Sunshine Coast to Brisbane ride. $375,000 raised.
- 2025: 40 inspiring women pedalled 360 km across the Scenic Rim, aiming to raise $360,000 – now less than $20,000 away from their goal!
HCQ is especially proud because one of our own, Emma Ross, People & Culture Manager, is a founding member and rider. Emma shares her why:
“SOTS is far more than just the ride. It’s the friendships, the laughter, the grit, and the shared purpose that binds us. This awesome community of women lifts each other up and leaves a ripple effect that stretches far beyond the road – into families, communities, and futures we’ll never fully see, but know we’ve helped shape. That is why I ride”.
HCQ congratulations all 40 riders on completing this year’s challenge ride!
Should you wish to find out more about SOTS, their not-for-profit partners or support the ride, please visit their website here.
