How did you get involved with the MMRF? 

My wife, Martina, works for Johnson & Johnson and was on the 2019 Team. I came to Vermont to see her off and was so impressed with the event that I applied to ride in 2021. I joined again in 2023 and am excited to return in 2024 this time to California Wine Country.

Why is participating in the MMRF Road to Victories ride important to you? 

I ride to honor my colleague, Tom Fadden. Tom was diagnosed back in 2019. He has been an inspiration to watch. Tom has shown grit and strength during his journey.

After 38 years of cycling, being involved in an event where you get to help others and raise research dollars to help people live longer and better lives while doing something you love is a win/win in my book. 

What does your training regimen for this event look like?

I am definitely behind schedule with my training compared to last year, but I’ll get there. We typically ride 3 x per week with one of the rides in the hills north of Columbus, Ohio (our ski area). Our hills are short, but they can be 10-16% grades. The mileage is around 130 miles per week.

Who/what inspires you?

The patients that we ride with, Jeff, Andy, Richard, Brian, Paul, Fred, Tim, and Jamie. They impress the hell out of me. 

Have you participated in previous MMRF events? If so, which/when? 

This will be my third event with R2V, I’ve participated in the ride the last two years in Maine and Oregon.

Anything additional to add? 

I am so excited to take on this challenge with such great teammates and support. Thank you to Suzie and the MMRF Team, Backroads, and Johnson & Johnson for their financial support, making sure that 100% of our fundraising dollars go to the foundation’s mission.

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