For the past three years I have been riding a 150 mile charity ride to raise funds Multiple Sclerosis research.
After last year’s tour, I put down my bike and did not pick it up again for nearly four months. Not a good and balanced strategy for staying in shape. Mind you, intially, part of the reason was because of blisters (I will spare you the details), but then I got out of the drill of enduring pain for an hour or two to get a host of benefits throughout the day.
And, so, last year I determined that I was not going to do the MS-150 this year. Three times in a row was a nice feat, was it not? The 200+ miles of last year’s ride were a good note to end on, no?
Well, it is spring again and a young man’s thoughts turn to…well, how his $1000 bike…

…is a clothes rack, and that for clothes that fit much too snugly. And, well, why not? It is a good cause.
Last year, I raised $1071 and shaved my legs. This year, I am shooting for $1200. I have not figured out just what incentive I might give my supporters to reach my fundraising goal. Shaving my head is a logical choice, but I am rather enjoying my long locks. Any suggestions?
If you would like to support this worthy cause, you may contribute by either letting me know >via email how much you wish to donate and then sending a check to me, or going online and donating via bank/credit card from this page (the donation link is on the top right). This really is the best option.
And 200 miles again? I don’t think so, but who knows. For reports on previous tours see below:
2005
2004 & 2003
And, if you would like to join me in riding, come on along. It will be fun…well, kind of…but well worth it. You can sign up here.