Meet the MS Gong Ride’s newest ambassador - Olympian Michelle Ferris!
1 AUGUST 2025
Meet the MS Gong Ride’s newest ambassador, Olympian Michelle Ferris!
Michelle is so excited to be riding again in the MS Gong Ride, this time as one of our motivational ambassadors! Michelle is most looking forward to riding alongside fellow participants who share her love for this ride and the impact that it has on people living with MS.
It was a shock, but she’s faced it with incredible strength and courage. Fluffy continues to live life fully, and as her friends, we’ve made it a priority to support her and continue enjoying life together.
Michelle has ridden in the MS Gong Ride before with a group of friends and it was unforgettable. As a former Olympian in cycling sprints, the MS Gong Ride was a very different change of pace. She went from explosive efforts on the velodrome, 11- 35 seconds of all out intensity, to a long, road ride with different terrain. It was well out of her comfort zone, but that was part of the appeal, a new kind of challenge set again the beautiful backdrop of the south coast.
For any new riders to the MS Gong Ride, Michelle has these tips for your training:
Start with consistency - regular short rides will help you build a solid base. Ride with friends if you can and get used to group riding and being on the bike for longer periods. Make sure to fuel properly and stay hydrated. Most importantly, ride at your own pace, take breaks when needed, and enjoy the journey. The MS Gong Ride is not a race, the real achievement is showing up and seeing it through.
Coming back in 2025 as an MS Gong Ride ambassador, Michelle is honored to ride for a cause close to her heart. She is looking forward to honouring Fluffy and supporting the over 33,000 Australians living with MS.
Being an MS Gong Ride ambassador gives Michelle the opportunity to help inspire others to get involved, challenge themselves and come together as a community in support of a common cause. She will use her voice and experience to help make a greater impact.
To all our riders this year, Michelle has this message for you:
I’m really looking forward to sharing the road with you. Make sure you have fun, encourage the riders around you, and be respectful of the different experience levels out there. Ride safely, take in the amazing scenery, and remember the incredible cause that’s brought us all together.
I’m incredibly grateful to be part of this ride and the MS community. Whether it’s your first Gong Ride or your tenth, your effort makes a real difference. Let’s ride with purpose, heart, and a sense of adventure.
We’re so excited to have you on board Michelle, see you on the course!
