Changing Gears on Kilimanjaro
Overview
Darol Kubacz is unstoppable. A U.S. Army veteran without the use of his legs, this leader and Freedom For Life Non-Profit Founder is determined to be the first disabled human to summit Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa's tallest peak, without being pushed, pulled or carried.
Top Cast
Kevin Cherilla
Everest Summiteer

Michael Dobson
Narrator (voice)
Darol Kubacz
Self
Key Film Crew
Production Stats
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