American Flyers is a 1985 American sports drama centered on road cycling in the United States, starring Kevin Costner. The film follows brothers Marcus and David Sommers (Kevin Costner and David Marshall Grant), both elite cyclists, who reunite to compete in the grueling Hell of the West race in the Rocky Mountains, a fictional event inspired by the real Coors Classic. While the race provides the external conflict, the core of the film is personal: Marcus is secretly battling a brain aneurysm, t

American Flyers (1985) is an iconic film that captures the heart of cycling enthusiasts, especially those passionate about vintage bikes. Directed by John Badham and starring Kevin Costner, the movie taps into the adrenaline of competitive road cycling, while also delving into deep personal themes of brotherhood and resilience. For the vintage bike aficionado, “American Flyers” offers a fascinating snapshot of the era when steel-framed racing bikes dominated the peloton. The film prominently fea