For the past 27 years, my wife and I have supported friends and neighbors who have selflessly ridden in support of the PMC. 2017 was the first year that I rode the PMC. It was such an exciting and rewarding experience. 2024 will be my 8th year riding for this great cause.

At age 67 I ride for two primary reasons. First, my goal is to see that one type of cancer has been cured in my lifetime. Second, after turning 60, I wanted to do something good for others and myself.

My goals for 2024 are more ambitious. I am challenging myself to raise more awareness and more money for the PMC’s critically important mission and hopefully complete a safe ride. I also want to help the PMC get to the $1 Billion total raised mark.

I cannot praise the PMC staff and volunteers that I see at the start, rest stops and finish

As I ride toward the finish line in Wellesley, I am overwhelmed by the life-size photos of children living with cancer (PMC Living Proof). Those emotions reminded me of why I ride. I am excited about year 8 and the many more years that I will ride to raise money for the PMC.