A Journey of Independence, Courage and New Perspectives
We are thrilled to announce our support for the "Il Brigante in Handbike" initiative, an extraordinary social journey born from an idea by Salvatore Cristiano Misasi with the support of Fondazione Bullone.
This project sees Salvatore Cristiano, a B.Liver (part of the Fondazione Bullone beneficiary community), traveling 545 kilometers in 12 days by handbike along the Ciclovia Parchi Calabria cycling route.
A Special Partnership
For us at Aria Wheels, this initiative is much more than a simple partnership; it's an opportunity to stand alongside a special friend and supporter.
Salvatore Cristiano Misasi is far more than a customer: he's a friend and one of Aria's first supporters.
Our bond with Salvatore Cristiano runs deep. He shares how, thanks in part to his Aria wheelchair, he has been able to regain autonomy, confidence, and independence. This testimony particularly moves us, as our mission is precisely to provide tools that enable people to achieve or reclaim their independence and live life to their fullest potential.
Overcoming Personal Limits
The "Il Brigante in Handbike" project perfectly embodies the spirit of those who choose to overcome their limits, a value that resonates deeply with Aria Wheels' philosophy and the resilience of our clients. Salvatore Cristiano, who has lived with spastic tetraparesis since childhood, challenges himself outside his comfort zone to push the boundaries of what's possible. This courage and determination inspire us all.
The primary objective of the journey is to promote a new perspective toward people with disabilities to change viewpoints. Salvatore Cristiano becomes an advocate and spokesperson for the need to build a world where illness is not an insurmountable obstacle, but an experience that can be embraced and transformed to generate a paradigm shift that goes beyond prejudice and taboos. He wants people to understand that if architectural barriers were removed, there would be no social differences.
Our Concrete Support
We are proud to accompany Salvatore Cristiano on this endeavor, providing concrete support for his journey.
For this adventure, we're supplying him with a new wheelchair that will be his trusted travel companion during rest periods between stages. This chair is designed to offer comfort and support during moments of rest, allowing him to recover optimally between the challenging stages of the Calabrian route, which crosses national parks and presents significant elevation changes.
His path isn't just a physical challenge, but also a journey into his essence, as he describes his long relationship with "wheels," which have taught him method, technique, rigor, and concentration, allowing him to find harmony in moments of solitude and touch his true essence.
Supporting "Il Brigante in Handbike" means, for Aria Wheels, supporting a symbol of overcoming limits and resilience, contributing to a project that promotes inclusion and social change. We stand by his side, pedal after pedal, with the pride of seeing Cristiano's strength and determination inspire and change the way the world is perceived.
"Through the Il Brigante in Handbike project, Cristiano Misasi demonstrates that with the right determination and adequate aids, it is possible to regain one's independence. We are proud to support this initiative and to accompany Cristiano on his journey, providing him with a new Aria wheelchair to face each stage with greater freedom and autonomy. — Aria Wheels
Special Thanks to Fondazione Bullone
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Fondazione Bullone for their invaluable support and for making this extraordinary project possible. Their commitment to empowering individuals and fostering social inclusion aligns perfectly with our values at Aria Wheels.
Join the Journey - Support Cristiano's Mission
Want to learn more about this inspiring adventure? Discover the full story behind "Il Brigante in Handbike" and follow Cristiano's incredible journey.
👉 Visit the official project page and show your support
Together, we can break down barriers and build a more inclusive world. Every gesture of support counts in promoting awareness and changing perspectives on disability.
Contact us
We will get back to you as soon as possible.