Rad (1986)

In the heartland of suburban America, the rhythmic pulse of a small town beats to the cadence of Cru Jones, a spirited newspaper delivery boy with a passion for amateur BMX biking. His life of casual simplicity is set on a thrilling detour when the chance of a lifetime presents itself - competing in the legendary "Helltrack" race, a daring clash of amateur and professional riders. Beneath the shadow of roaring spectators and daunting odds, Cru finds an unlikely ally and muse in Christian, a semi-professional female BMX rider with style to match her grit. As their wheels intertwine in both love and competition, Cru's world expands beyond the boundaries of his small town. With the SAT's looming and the lure of conventional life tugging at his sleeves, Cru must make a choice. Does he stick to the familiar path, or does he risk it all for a shot at something truly amazing? His decision sends ripples of change through his small town, inspiring his fellow riders and uniting the community in their shared passion for BMX biking. As Cru and his newly formed "Rad Racing Team" prepare for the ultimate showdown against top BMX factory rider, Bart Taylor, they must prove that passion and teamwork can triumph over experienced professionalism. Rad serves as a testament to the human spirit, painting a vibrant portrait of a young man's journey to defy the odds, follow his heart, and discover what true passion really means.

Rad is a drama movie featuring Bill Allen and directed by Hal Needham.

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