While the Raymond Terrace resident competed in triathlons in his 30s, cycling had fallen by the wayside in his later years. But he picked it back up again when he began battling with his mental health.

"Cycling has played a major role in my survival over the time that I have been ill," he said.

"I enjoy riding. I get up when the sun comes up and spend the day riding. I've seen parts of Australia while riding that I'd never otherwise see. It's fun, physical and a challenge."

Mr Kidd's personal battles and seeing other struggle with their mental health has inspired him to undertake a symbolic solo ride from the lowest point in Australia, Lake Eyre, to the highest, Mount Kosciuszko.

The money he raises for the 1800 kilometre feat will be donated to the Hunter and Central Coast branch of Lifeline.

"The money I raise from the ride will go towards Lifeline's face-to-face counselling," he said.

"Having people to talk to is so important. I like the idea that the money will stay in the area and help Lifeline's counselling program."

Mr Kidd is due to start his ride from Lake Eyre on March 30 and ride through Hawker, Jamestown and Renmark in South Australia, Mildura, Swan Hill, Echuca and Wodonga in Victoria and then on to Mount Kosciuszko via Khancoban and Thredbo in NSW. He hopes to finish the ride on April 12.

"I am really looking forward to it," Mr Kidd said. "I'd like to go tomorrow, I feel that good about it."

In preparation for his ride, which will be done unassisted, Mr Kidd has spend the past few months undertaking long rides, covering up to 400km five days a week.

He said it would prepare him for a future ride he hopes to complete: from Newcastle to Perth.

To support Mr Kidd's ride find his fundraising page called 'from the lowest point' on give.everydayhero.com.

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