Share your Red Bike Moment ©

All of us have memories to reflect upon which reveal insights into how we became who we are today. The Ali Center's Red Bike Moment © seeks to celebrate Ali's legacy by capturing these stories. In partnership with The Ali Center and WETA, Maryland Public Television is inviting individuals to share the stories of the most influential moment in their life. Help us celebrate what would have been Ali's 80th birthday, by sharing your story.

What is a Red Bike Moment ©

A Red Bike Moment is a transformational event in your life that occurred because of a challenge or overcoming some type of adversity. When Muhammad Ali - then Cassius Clay - was twelve years old, his new red Schwinn bicycle was stolen. Clay, in tears, found a policeman to report the crime to and stated that he wanted to "whup" the thief who stole his bike. Serendipitously, the policeman was Sergeant Joe Martin, who trained boxers. He encouraged Clay to return to the gym and learn how to box before looking for retaliation. Cassius Clay's stolen bike was a pivotal moment in his life because it led to boxing; it became his Red Bike Moment.

Ways To Share Your Story

(1) Video Recording. Grab your phone, turn on your camera and record yourself telling the story of your most pivotal moment.

(2) Text. Share your Red Bike Moment © with a short story, poem, or song.

(3) Image. Submit a photograph or drawing that illustrates the most influential moment in your life.

We’ll be compiling all of your submissions to share with our partners. We may also post them on-air or on-line.

A Film by Ken Burns, Sarah Burns & David McMahon
Muhammad Ali brings to life one of the best-known and most indelible figures of the 20th century, a three-time heavyweight boxing champion who captivated millions of fans throughout the world with his mesmerizing combination of speed, grace, and power in the ring, and charm and playful boasting outside of it. Ali insisted on being himself unconditionally and became a global icon and inspiration to people everywhere.

For more information and to access the documentary, visit: mpt.org/ali

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