The two reasons I think of when asked why I'm doing this: Firstly, as a memorial event to honor those whose lives have been severely impacted or lost to cancer; to share their names and celebrate our stories of them. The second is to show gratitude to the world for our opportunity to take this challenge in the first place.

Over the next few months I will be training for the ride as well as sharing stories and names of people I'd like to honor. I welcome you to follow me along this journey through August 6th weekend and ask that you consider donating along the way to support this tremendous cause. PMC is leading a charge to beat cancer, and with our support is overcoming new challenges everyday. Thank you all and happy trails!