I ride to feel the wind, push harder than I think is possible, and experience freedom. And I want to use that desire to make a difference in the fight against cancer.

Much has been said about how unique this year has been. Yet in other important ways it is too familiar. In the midst of all that is happening, cancer marches on.

Every year it robs us of more than 600,000 of our friends, colleagues, and family members in the US alone. We all have been touched by, and felt the effects of, this cruel and indiscriminate disease.

In April my step mom received her diagnosis. Cancer got real again this year; for her and for too many others.

So I ride. A lot.

I ride with friends virtually and more recently, outdoors with small groups of 2-3 other PMC'ers. I co-lead virtual PMC rides on Zwift to spread the word about the incredible work done at Dana-Farber.

The Dana-Farber is an extraordinary group. Their researchers have contributed to 35 of the 75 cancer drugs most recently approved by the FDA. Together we can make a difference.

Thank you for coming here, thank you for supporting this effort, and most importantly, thank you for caring.

Mike

Doin' the work! Over 3000 miles and 150,000ft of climbing so far this year (thru June) Nov. update 5,300miles and over 320,000ft climbed!!

My training commitment is public: http://profile.pmc.org/MB0730/training

Ask me about joining one of the virtual rides and being part of this amazing group of people.

Don't forget that your contribution matters! 100% of rider-raised revenue goes directly to the Jimmy Fund and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute's tireless commitment to finding a cure.