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Thirteenth gear
Every ride tells a story. Every gear turns a memory.
2025·4m·★ 10.0
Robert Palko, a 59-year-old mechanic and passionate cyclist, takes us into his world – from childhood and his first rides to his father’s legacy. Through every ride and every repair, he rekindles memories while finding his own path forward. ‘Thirteenth Gear’ is an intimate story about a man, family, and the passion that drives him.
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Light commitment · 4m
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