I have been an avid road bike rider for 40 years.  I ride because it is the best thing I know to do for my physical and mental health, also, it can often be a great social activity and it is just fun! I lost my best friend John to cancer, he was 45 years old.

I am truly blessed to be able to ride in honor, in memory, and in support of dear loved ones who have been struck by cancer.

Everyone has been touched one way or another by cancer. I ride to remember family, friends and colleagues who have passed away and for the cancer survivors.

I ride for those who can't. I work at Smilow, it's important to me to show our patients and my family that I care about those with cancer and lost to cancer.

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I joined the initial Closer to Free ride after a close family friend had passed away from cancer. I wanted to find a way to keep her memory alive and contribute to a cause that was close to my heart.

The ride is so much bigger than all of us!  We are one huge family that comes together every year to bring hope to those still fighting cancer and remember those we have lost.

I ride for me, because I can. I ride for those who can't. I was diagnosed with Stage 3a Melanoma in January 2011.  I subsequently had two surgeries and suffer from Lymphedema in my leg but I am now CANCER FREE.