Sandra Frassetto

Way to go CRUZ!!!

Clifford Federspiel

Gardan, Inc. Kathy Westover

Donation from Gardan, Inc. in honor of the Technosis team effort! note - Cruzbike3kc. Thanks, Kathy.

Jerry Melendy

Ray and Meredith Lucas

Great cause and best of luck on your ride.

Kelly Jennings

Seth Droe

Kevin - can't even imagine! Hope you guys are all on the mend and we look forward to hearing about this latest adventure! WOW Seth and Stephanie Droe

Zachary Lerner

Congrats y'all!

Raymond Fonck

Very impressive, lots of fun to follow, and all for a great cause. Congrats to all!

John and Tracey McMahan

Great cause + Great race ... Congratulations on completing the race in record time

Mark Hunter

Way to go guys!

Susan Winchell

A job well done!!

Donnie Douglas

Great job as always, wish I could do more.

William Oslund

Larry and team - You have most likely finished your race. Hope you set a new record and are all well. Best wishes and enjoy the completion of a task to remember for a lifetime. Aloha from Kauai. Love Uncle Bill and Aunt Judythe

Joe Mulligan

Amazing job guys!

Phillip Carter

Bill Osborn

This donation is in the memory of Monika Allen

Abbott Smith

razvan buciuc

I am humbled and inspired by your effort both as a cyclist and as a professional. "Bonne Route" for the rest of you trip!

mabel smith

You did it!

Jill (Suz) Bayley

Only a few miles left! Congratulations Kevin, Maria, Jim, Larry and your crew. You have done something so few can imagine or physically do. Thank you for raising money so people can live longer lives. Thank you!

Anonymous

Can't even imagine the physical strain you all have been through. Your perseverance is amazing.

Super Slim

It has been an inspiration seeing the facebook photos and Videos, except the the one with Jim trying to dance! The Cruzbike team of riders, support staff and especially the bikes, has crushed the whipper snapper (<50 yrs) opposition teams, even my beloved Aussy II team! You are ALL great ambassadors to the cure for brain cancer!

Anonymous

Lynne and Randy LeGallais

Way to go team you guys are amazing. Congratulations and safe travels for the last leg of this awesome journey for such a great cause. Say Hi to Carly for us and tell her we are proud she is involved in the great challenge. Hugs to you all Lynne and Randy

Ron Lane

Blair Stevenson

Congratulations to the racers (Maria, Jim, Larry and Kevin) and all of the support crew. All of you are an absolute inspiration.

Ward Zimmerman

Go go good team!

Brad Riedle

Great job. It has been very inspiring to follow your ride.

John Morris

Great to watch teamwork and determination--keep up the pace, and your spirits.

Doug Kline

Jim, Maria, Larry, Kevin, and the whole crew, your effort and results this week has been awesome and inspiring. Your level of perseverance is simply remarkable. Godspeed on the race finish and fundraising finish.

Jonathan Cook

I am always awed by your dedication

Richard Hays

Y'all are amazing! Great job all around!

Bruce Banta

Daniel Debrick

Way to go team Cruzbike! It was so great to meet Maria and most all of the other team members and crew. I'm sorry I didn't get to meet Jim, as he was resting in the camper I think when we were in the WalMart parking lot at Cortez, CO. I lost track of ya'll somewhere between Durango and Bayfield. Ya'll are so encouraging & doing a great job for a great cause. Someday hope to attend one of your Cruzbike getaways... Dan from Farmington (with the Vendetta on the back of the old Plymouth), who found ya'll in Cortez, CO and followed you as far as Durango...

Rachel Engle

Hi team - I've been watching the team's progress all week. I am so in awe of your abilities, stamina, drive, and perseverance. I also know the need for awareness and funding for brain cancer research as it has touched our family through my daughter's anaplastic astrocytoma. We are so thankful for every minute and every mile that Cruz and 4Dudes put towards this cause. Thank you ---- and we can't wait to join you in September for Rim to Rim! You've got this thing - all the way to Annapolis! Rachel

Anonymous

Tricia Hill

Sending love and prayers for team Cruzbike from Lumberton NC ! Super proud of all the hard work and dedication y'all always put in for such a great cause!

Anonymous

Lost dad to prostate cancer, mom battling ovarian, friend with brain cancer, friend on your support crew battling prostate. So sick of cancer. Amazing job to your team. God bless. Thankyou.

Nate Cervantes

Go Cruzbike!! N8 SF

Chris & Donna Clark

Go Cruzbike team go. You can do this, almost there now and downhill too!

Alan Jackson

Awesome job so far! Hammer down and finish strong. Almost there. Been praying for safe cycling all week. Alan Jackson

Dennis Hickethier

You inspire us while also making us smile with your your new music video. It has to be tough but just take it one mile at a time and "pedal through the pain"!

Joel Gese

Cruz on longriders and know you are amazing. Yes definitely way above average.

Richard Ehrlich

Go go go! I'm blown away by your progress, and enjoying watching you run down team and tick off miles. Great work for the cause!

David Mason

Inspirational ride from all four of you. Chapeau!

Roger Sarrasin

For the cause and to encourage the brave Cruzbike team. Bravo !

Betsy Robbins

A benediction as you ride through the night: The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make his face to shine upon you and be gracious to you; the Lord lift up his countenance upon you and give you peace. Numbers 6:24-26 (ESV)

Anonymous

Such an incredible team. You all have been through so much! God bless!

Greg Cantori

While the rest of us sleep and go about our lives....you four and the support team ride and ride for an vital cause. Keep going!

Anne Arnold

Keep on keeping on!

scott bigelow

Would like a telephone update for The Robesonian. Please email me contact number and a couple of photos. The one of Jim cooling off is pretty cool. We want to cover the finish, but some highlights, stats, physical and mental condition report etc. would be good. Email me at bigelow@yahoo.com or phone/text (910) 644-4497 ---- Scott Bigelow.

Peder Torgersen

John Wade

Owen Smith

What you are doing is impressive. Go Maria, Jim, Kevin and Larry and all of the support team!

Edward Edward

Walsh Family

Go Team Cruzbike! Wishing you strength and safety for this amazing journey you are on!

Albert Inouye

Aloha from Hawaii! Sending tradewinds (and money) to help team Cruzbike blast past your goal! God bless the riders and support team!

Stephanie Strzalka

Here's to another very inspiring RAAM for both of the 2017 3000 Miles to a Cure teams! Thank you for your amazing work, dedication and strength! Looking at the tracker tonight.... team Cruzebike you are approaching Alton, the mighty Mississippi and 2/3 of the way there!

Kate McDonald

You're wonderful, you're inspiring! I am in awe of your efforts. I loved your HOPE movie! Good luck.

Dale & Pam King

Great job Maria and Jim and team! Thanks for the opportunity to join you in a great cause. Stay strong and smooth riding.

Rob Matson

Maria, Jim, Kevin, Larry, Thank you for this inspiring act of kindness, courage, audacity, tenacity, faith, hope and friendship. East Coast Rob (Matson)

Brooke & TJ Trevino

Sending our love and gratitude to the team!

Patrick & Domenica Rafferty

Maria, Jim, Kevin and Larry, Way to go! You're doing awesomely! Hope to see you in Annapolis before long, Patrick & Domenica Rafferty

Jeff Parker

I'm so proud of the effort and love you put behind this cause. Keep on pedaling! Love you!

Barb and Tom Zimmerman

George & Ranae Vroom

Our thoughts and prayers are with you for a safe race. Thank you to all who have donated your time and the months of dedication to this worthy cause. ...Go Larry...Glad you did not go through Albuquerque, else you probably would have taken a "wrong turn!", Bugs... - from the Vrooms

Joe and Chris Brantmeier

Wishing you much success as your journey continues, Bob and Tanya! Knowing several people who have suffered this debilitating cancer, we thank you for your efforts and courage. May God bless you and keep your faith strong as you move forward; one mile at a time. We are with you!

Joe and Chris Brantmeier

Wishing you much success as your journey continues, Bob and Tanya! Knowing several people who have suffered this debilitating cancer, we thank you for your efforts and courage. May God bless you and keep your faith strong as you move forward; one mile at a time. We are with you!

Steven Olsen

Following your RAAM progress is both fun & inspirational. You each represent the recumbent community well. I'm happy to once again support 3000 Miles to a Cure.

Linnea LeBreton

THIS MESSAGE IS FOR MARIA! Maria Parker, You are my true hero. Do you know why you are my hero? Because you impress me, you have a heart that goes down so deep, I cannot imagine the things you see and understand way down there. Truly you have a fighter's heart. A heart so full of love, passion, resilience, courage and strength. I believe you see a hope to cure brain cancer and because I believe in you I too see a hope for a cure. There is a powerful verse in the bible that says, "Greater love has no one than this, that one lay down his life for his friends." John 15:13. I think of this verse when I think of you because you are a living example of laying down your life to fight against a cancer that has taken the lives of so many loved ones. The love you posses and the rare trait of courage you empower within yourself and others around you is enough but you still you push harder. I will continue to lift you up in prayer, root and cheer you and all of you on. Go Maria, Go CruzBike, go 4 dudes go all of you, GO!!! - Linnea LeBreton

Cheryl & Gil Hoffman

This is the one cause each year that I make sure I donate to. God speed & safe riding on this second 1/2 of the ride.

Kim & Scott Sievers

Keep up the amazing work you are doing to beat brain cancer! We are in awe of your strength.

Shlomo Dary

May God bless you all for all that you do to accomplish this magnificent race across America And bringing awareness for the cause, You are inspiration to all of us, Shlomo Dary ,Green bay, Wisconsin

Jeremy Smoler

Go team 😀

Gordon Rhodes

Go Maria and team, show the world what recumbents can do, and most importantly help beat brain cancer. Cancer survivor Gordon

Emily Kelly

Kevin and the rest of the team-- Best wishes for a fun and safe journey. Emily and Larry Kelly

Alida De Boer

Hi Maria and team, I'm watching you all as you peddle your way across the US especially you Maria. I remember vividly your tenacity as you overcame so many obstacles to finish the race in 2013. That was the year I loss my husband to GBM and that is the bond we share as you loss your sister to the same monster. I think of you often even though I have not been in contact recently and enjoy seeing what you are up to on FB. Praying for all of you and the 4 Dudes team for health, stamina and safety and to finish the race well and raise lots of money to find the cure!! May God bless you to be a blessing to the Brain Tumor Community!! With Love, Alida De Boer

Anonymous

Best of luck as you embark on the second half of the race!! It's been a joy to follow along on your adventure. What amazing humans you are!

john lamoureux

Eric Partch

Maria, Jim, Larry and Kevin, You guys are such an inspiration as athletes and caring souls. I am in awe and carry you with me on every ride. Best of luck and keep the rubber side down. Eric Partch V 2.0

Shirley DeMarco

To everyone at Team Cruzbike - we are cheering loudly from this side of the Atlantic and are inspired by your amazing work! Stay safe and stay strong. The DeMarco family UK.

Linda Morison

Norman Suguitan

enjoy meeting you team here in san diego.

Marc Smith

Roll on! Make that pass look like a speed bump...'cause it is. The backside is gonna be epic! Go Team Cruzbike! 50% of the Alabama Cruzbikers (there are two of us) are watching and cheering every pedal stroke!

Kelly Gleason

Go luck Kevin Gambill and team. You've got this! 🚴

Larry Grady

Go team Cruzbike! Everyone at Community Chapel of Hendersonville is praying for you. For Protection on the Road and Great Race!

Brad Johnson

Good luck and be safe!

Michael Keal

Kevin....The old men from the 5:30 group are cheering you on. Safe Travels!

Ray and Carla Mulligan

On this very special day we celebrate a life that brought us all joy and encouraged us to love God more, care for each other more, and live our lives full of faith and hope. We miss Jenny! Fortunately, because of our relationship with her, each of us have a deposit of her care, enthusiasm, and passion within who we have become. Thank You for your heroic efforts and personal sacrifice to help us remember and carry on the fight.

Timothy Hoder

Ken Griggs

Keep peddling, keep peddling..... I used the Randy Travis song "Deeper than the Holler" to keep my pace when I made the ride in '89. It's a song about love. Y'all are riding for love! Keep up the good work! We at Lumberton Radiology are peddling with you and are all kinda sorta jealous!

Pierre Ravacon

Go Cruzbike team. You're doing a great job for brain cancer research.

Brian Sullivan

This is truly an inspiring journey. When the race becomes grueling, if you feel like quitting think about why you started.

Cara Gaines

Go Kevin!!!!! And the rest of the team! Hope you all are having an amazing adventure.

Margaret G Lehew

Good Luck! We will be thinking about you on your journey! Be safe!

ken Holzhausen

James Zimmerman

In memory of Lief's great uncle James Edward Zimmerman, who was taken by brain cancer in August 1999.

Carla Campbell

Go Cruzbike!

Timothy Dale

Dawn Lien

Blessing to all of you...Larry, Maria, Jim and Kevin! We've been praying for you today and you have been on our hearts! Keep up the momentum and stay strong! Love, Dawn and Eric

Donald Lo

Go Team Cruzbike!! Warmest wishes and cheers from North Carolina!

Douglas Burton

Go Team. You have the technology supporting you, and the spirit that you need.

Fred Risard

Go Cruzbike Team!

Max Wallace

Diana and I are behind you. Go team Cruzbike!

Joy McNeil

Keep drinking!

Fonda Huizenga

Go Maria!! I love you and miss you, but my heart and prayers are right there with you. WE WILL END THIS DISEASE

Marge & Larry Oslund

About six hours to launch. We will be watching your progress. Take care, stay safe and God Speed to all of you. Gramma & Grampa Oz 😎

John Burrell

To all of you today safe. A steady. Best of luck.

David and Amy Pearce

Hey Larry, wow! With you in prayer! Hope y'all meet 100% of you goals and stay safe and injury free in Jesus name! Amen

Mike and Carol Brantmeier

May the Lord strengthen you with every pedal you make. May he bless & keep you on this journey​. May he bless ever penny you raise in finding a cure. In Jesus name amen. Go getem guys!

Gary Christopher

To my pals Jim, Maria, Kevin, Bob, Lief, and Larry, I miss you all and wish I could have been there to Crew with you. Proud of you! This is the culmination of all the hard work you've been doing, so ride smart, ride safe, ride fast, ride home. Next stop, Maryland! Thank you "Crew" for your service to Brain Cancer Research and our four riders.

debi schusler

Hey Larry! Ride a few miles for me....I have been off my bike since Nov. with a badly fractured collarbone.....had a second surgery a week ago. This will be an incredible accomplishment and hopefully a fantastic adventure. You are a gifted athlete! May you have many miles in the big ring. Dr. Debi

Lanier Meeks

We are with you in spirit. Be safe, have fun!!! God bless, God speed.

Dave Mesa

Best wishes for a successful race!

gabe rodgers

Best of luck on your journey. Enjoy the ride!

Gweenda Capps

I admire your courage and bravery! Enjoy the trip!

Jeffrey Ritter

Your amazing bikes have saved the quality of life for so many cyclists!! It is wonderful to pay forward as you continue to ride to save the lives of others!! Good luck!

Anthony Hamilton

Have a great trip Technosis Team!

Sandy Heitkemper

Kevin have a safe and fun trip. What a wonderful cause you all are participating in. We are very proud of you!!! Love Sandy, Charlie, Noah, Josh, Aaron

Chris Sternberg

Best of luck guys!

Genevieve Parker

Go Mom and Dad! Go Kevin! Go Larry! In just a few days you'll be racing for a great cause! Thanks for helping to cure brain cancer.

Vincent Paparella

Good luck guys. Kim and I will be keeping all of you in our thoughts and prayers Jenny is smiling down from Heaven!!

Pat Margherio

Go Team!

Ron Brown

Wishing you all the best ! We will support !!!!

Cynthia Schreiber

Hello, cousin! Can't wait to follow your fabulous team this year! I love the bragging rights that come with sharing your lineage! Be careful out there! The White Family will be watching. Xoxo

Anonymous

Lauren McGuire

Theresa Newell

We are so wowed by this incredible team and promise our prayers and support all the way to Annapolis (where our granddaughter is attending USNA!). We love your enthusiasm and team spirit. Go for it!!! Theresa and Bruce Newell

Hardy Swinson

Good luck!

Linnea LeBreton

You guys blow me away!!! I am thankful to contribute to such amazing people and for such a desperate cause. I wish you all the best!

Bill K

I just donated through my employer (Microsoft) to get the 100% company match. That works out to about $0.65 per RAAM mile:) (total $2000). My brother in law's daughter died of brain cancer last year so this cause hits close to home. Good luck racing, and stay safe!

BethAnn Telford

To a very determined team of advocates who truly understand the meaning of Never, Never, Never Give Up on Hope! Thank you for all you do! Stay safe and proud! Love BethAnn

Karen and Tom Hill

Maria: I'm glad to see you are spreading the crazy around this time, Go Team!

Michele Welch

Harry Campbell

Patricia George

Good luck, team! I'll be making another donation after you cross the finish line!

Bruce Martin

Marla Bobrow

Best of luck team!! The Bobrow Family.

Agastya Kohli

All the best, from friends of Lief Z.

Jill Bayley

Allison Freeman

You keep inspiring us -For Jenny here's 10 c a mile!

Hannah Visnosky

What a cool adventure you're headed out on! I've heard nothing but great things from one of your videographers (the cute one with the milkshakes) and wish you the best of luck!

John & Linda Bantmeier

Hello Bob and Tanya! Good luck on your efforts to win the race and meet your fundraising goal.

Jeff Moulton

Inspirational. Moving. Amazing. Best of luck. Thank you for amplifying awareness for this cause.

Anil Kumar Dharmi Chand

Go team !!

Don Lovre

Good luck TEAM and don't get hurt.

Jason Christensen

Thank you for riding for cancer! Hope you all have a safe and fun ride!

Paul McCollum

Great job! Brain cancer sucks! Good job supporting the team Lief!

Steve and Christel Parker

Godspeed Maria, Jim, Kevin and Larry

Kristin Seeberger

Go Cruzbike Team and crew!! Your passion for what matters makes us all better humans. This one is for my dear friend, Liz Comte Reisman, diagnosed with brain cancer last fall. #keepupthefight #fuckcancer

Kathleen and Jon Marsh

We are the aunt/uncle of Bob Pankratz. We are donating in the name of a friend's daughter Jenny Wahoske who died in November at the age of 38 due to brain cancer. So proud of you all for doing this!

Gary Solomon

We will continue to follow and support the Cruzbike RAAM Team as they ride to obliterate brain cancer. Best of luck to Maria, Jim, Kevin and Larry from the Laidback Bike Report. Roll on!

David Heslop

Hey what a great cause for a donation! This will be an incredible ride. I will be following you guys all the way. You're in my heart. Love that bike too. Let's make it happen!

Lucas Makosky

Fair weather and tail-winds all the way == o\-o

Javan DeLoach

Maria, I hope you have a safe trip across the country, that you do not have any health problems, and that your bike proves to be a worthy steed.

Mathew Fyie

Pete Clark

Y'all are truly inspirational. Who can resist supporting the cause and the effort you're about to make.

William Morris

Rod Owen

Tribal Support. I love your passion and your dedication to your cause and to Cruzbike. Safety and success to the entire team.

Anonymous

This is awesome!! What a great goal and cause. You are in my thoughts and prayers!

Jim Owens

Just stay on the bike and keep after that Brain Cancer! Jim O (former RAAM crew chief, RAAM race official and loyal CruzBike rider)

Caitlin Duckwall

daniele gonano

Hi Maria, what you are doing is fantastic, I have enormous appreciation for your engagement, your committment, your goals....and your cycling records! Keep up with your great work! all the best Daniele

Greg Cantori

What a great crew! What a great cause. Go Cruzbike Team!

Robert Farrelly

Excellent work, gentlemen!!!

Tony Melfi

adva priso

Robin Vavrina

Great to meet you Ryan...way to go Eric and crew!!! keep on ridin!!!!! Love Robin

RIT Treasury Department

Careen Shumway's co-workers in the Treasury and Financial Reporting Services team send good wishes your way and are contributing to your cause in memory of Alice Marie Shumway.

Jennifer Martin

Carolyn Williams

Thank you guys for doing this. Our late son Kevin Williams would certainly appreciate your efforts too. Sincerely, Carolyn Williams

Patrick Malgieri

We are pleased to make this donation in memory and honor of Alice Shumway. Patty and Pat Malgieri and Family.

Marshall/Madge Reeves

What an epic adventure!

Carrie Mangione

Hi Matt, You hosted me through warmshowers about a month ago, thank you again! I am happy to see you've completed your ride safely. Huge congrats, all the best to you and your team! Carrie M.

Lindsey Melfi

I've got a fever. And the only prescription is more DUDES!!!! Did that sound wrong? Anyways, I'm so proud to have been a part of the amazing Dude Crew - an experience I'll cherish forever! #Day1Homies #RIPChristy #blessed

Brian Hamilton

Brian Sarvis

Epic adventure!

Joe Flanagan

Congratulations Matteo! See you in Lake Placid!

Dana Corriere

You guys are incredible.

Ryan Simko

Bobbie Goheen

In Memory of Kelly and Alice Marie Shumway, the WPO Sisters support you! Keep changing the world through positive actions!!

Kimberly Hopkins

Prayers that you reach your goal!!

Whitney Galletly

David Ake

Matt and Team - have been so amazed watching u guys on your journey. So awesome, very proud.

Lila Betts

Great job😊 It has been great watching you over this journey you have all engaged in. The stories were heartfelt and touching. What big hearts you all have. It was great meeting you all God Bless you all Rob's Mom

Richard Getsloff

Good luck from the Getsloff Family in achieving your goal...Keep riding! Molly, Alison, Rich & Laurie

Wolfgang Egger

Congratulations to a most amazing and admirable achievement, and all for a great cause !

Christopher Clemens

$100 Father's Day donation from my dad Jim Clemens when we were in Prescott and $50 from my Grandpa's friend Garce when I had Father's Day breakfast with them in Prescott.

Chantelle Simeone

Good luck guys!!

Susan Ely

For Mike Seever, Mark Puccia, Mark Muench, Kevin Williams, Doug Clark, Hannah Metzler, Alexandra Klekota, Chris and Kathy Ely, Billi Grey, Grandpa Cooper, Nina Fredeen and all the ones lost and still battling brain cancer. To the 4 Dudes and their crew, it is inspiring to watch all of your strength, perseverance and dedication for a cause so close to so many hearts. Forever grateful. Now ride these last miles with all your hearts because there will definitely be some cold ones at the end 💙🍻

Douglas West

Thanks for your dedication, and thank you on behalf of all those who love Hannah M.

Annette Kohl

Stay strong....almost there! Couldn't be prouder!! You guys are awesome!!💙👏🏻😘💪🏻

Ravi Subramanyam

frank brigante

Put your metal to the pedals....All the best...

John and Diane Scranton

You guys are awesome! Thank you for doing this!

Karen Warrick

What a ride! And almost done

John Sava

Meagan Aaron

Keep Crushin' It! You guys are amazing!!💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼

Jamaica Lambie

You guys have done it, or nearly done it! My hats off to you on your achievement. And like champions, you did it with graceful smiles and teamwork. The grease wears thin on the machine after days and nights and more days, and I hope your friendships are still strong, and your futures have this achievement to always lean on, as a monument to your strength and willpower. I give a shout out to Maria as the Matriarch of this group, and what she has accomplished. And to the media and behind the scenes crew, the Bryan and Luke, up past their bedtime as you jam down the road. Kudos to Marshall, I hope he appreciates the view behind the wheel as much as behind the bars. Hats of to you gentleman and ladies, RAAM 2017 well done!

Heather Lee Jean

Ryan, your youth has never been a barrier for great accomlishments. Proud to suport you and the Dudes as you race for a cure! See you soon. Love Heather 🙂 and Uncle Bob

Nancy Carroll

Ryan, you probably don't remember us, but last year when you came through Wichita, Barry and I took you and the other mechanic (I can't remember his name) to our Bike Walk Wichita headquarters hoping to find the part you needed in the middle of the night. We enjoyed helping in a small way (even though I don't think we had what you needed). Since then, I have kept up with your adventures on Facebook. We have enjoyed watching your progress on the Ramm this year! This is the first year we have actually known a rider :). You and your team members are to be commended for a successful ride. I am a breast cancer survivor. I am pleased your team is riding to raise dollars for brain cancer. Thank you for making the ride and choosing to support cancer research. Bless you all. Nancy and Barry Carroll, Bike Walk Wichita.

Kenny & Teresa Standridge

Theresa Lewis

Hugs, Kisses and all that's in between 😊

Anonymous

Michelle Gulianello

Chris/Ryan & the 2 other dudes...ya'll are awesome!! Love seeing the update videos! Keep having fun and stay safe!

Kaley Basile

Very encouraging to see the miles y'all have ridden, the money you've raised, and the awareness you've generated! Ryan we met in Munich last year, keep up the great ride!

Kaitlin Muller

Hello again 4dudes! it is Friday and you are almost in West Virginia! YOU ARE ALL KICK ASS! You are crushing so many miles and you are ALMOST THERE! You are under 500 miles YOU GOT THIS!! Keep it up. Can't wait to celebrate when you get home!! You are all so inspirational... and you will make it to happy hour! Stay hydrated!(SEND IT- CUSACK).

Ross Tarhini

Y'all are 10 feet tall and as strong as oxen. May God look upon y'all with favor for such a selfless and honorable cause that you ride for. Clear eyes, full heart, can't lose!! 4th quarter men!!! Texas forever!

Tara Lane

Thank you for your sacrifices! Following your journey and stories has been so inspiring. Keep up the awesome work!

Sarah Ely

With overwhelming gratitude to Susan Ely for her selfless acts of kindness and love throughout Chris's life altering journey. You have inspired us all. We love you beyond measure. ❤️Squely's Angels & Family

Sarah Ely

Squely's Angel's and family stepping up and rising to the challenge. On behalf of Kathy & Christopher Ely...we're all in the fight to cure brain cancer. We appreciate all you do Dudes and Crew!

Sean Jackson

Todd Strassner

Go Ryan keep riding bro! We at Henrietta Fire Local 3738 thank you guys!

Todd Strassner

Awesome work guys. You are definitely out there making a difference! I am in awe of your dedication and perseverance towards this charity's goals.

nate Heysler

Bryce Clark

Jean I expect one hell of a strava upload after you cross that line in Annapolis! It's inspiring to be your friend buddy! Finish strong

Hudson (+ Kristin) DeCou

Hudson made a few grunting noises which I interpreted as "donate to the dudes, mom" so here you are! He wants to help you beat brain cancer so much that he has been kicking up a storm, just like he's on a recumbent bike. Hudson did at least 100 kicks in the past week, so this $100 is from him. One kick = $1. We hope you're having a great time in between the moments of suffering and rain and goo overloads. Make sure you tell Rob he needs to buy you all a drink - or two! - at the finish. It's on the DeCou's. 🙂

Cheryl Grey

Thank you for donating a day of your ride to Billy Grey. He would have loved you guys and gals.

Bridget Shumway

Patricia Cusack

you're on the home stretch...keep up the good work and be safe! 'Ant Patty'

Robert Dibley

Great job, boys! Almost there - you have my encouragement and admiration. Robert

Abby & Dave Clamme

Great job guys. You amaze me Chris 😊

Collin Cusack

Stoked to be Day 1 homies🤙🏾

Catey Wilman

Go team go! 🚴🏻

Stephen & Sheila Jean

You "DUDES" are killin it!!!! Keep up the hard work - the patients with brain cancer are suffering a lot more than you "DUDES" cycling!! Be safe!!!

Holly Cunningham

Watching RAAM 3000m-to-c grounds me to what's most important in life. And that is "life"!You 4 dudes are helping fight for life, for a cure, by cycling your hearts out. Crewing last year how can I not be touched forever by this cause. Go "4Dudes" Go!🚵🏻 You got this!

Linda Novak

Matt Surette

Your guys are amazing! Keep it up... love the dusters. Finish strong fellas! -Chooch, Linds and Hazel

Catherine Jean

Corey Pender

You Gentleman are an inspiration to all. Continue riding hard and making this world a better place! If it is possible to see you ride past through OHIO let me know. Safe Travels

Laura Howson

You guys are amazing!! Thank you & good luck!

Steven Feldman

I am donating for 2 reasons. 1. I am a co-worker of your awesome crew member, Lindsey Melfi, and 2) I lost my best friend from childhood, Phillip Kluft, to brain cancer 30 years ago. Phillip never went to college, but he could solve a rubik's cube faster than anyone and he could fix anything. The next time you need to break out your toolbox to fix something on a bike, hoist a wrench to Phillip! Go Lindsey, and thank you to the entire team!

Kristen Liberati

Keep crushing it out there! You guys are rock stars!

zachary dietl

Peter Ely

Sent with love & gratitude from Squely's Angels & Family. Courage does not always roar. Sometimes courage is that quiet voice at the end of the day that says...I will try again tomorrow. Thank you 4 Dudes...for your courage and by helping us all "try again tomorrow" as you ride today for our Christopher & Kathy Ely in the 3,000 Miles to a Cure. We are cheering you on the the ride and the fight to cure brain cancer.

Kathy Clemens

Gene Clemens

Anonymous

Thanks for riding in memory of so many and in honor of the fight so many are still fighting! Sent in loving memory of Hannah Metzler.

Patrick Mather

You can do it, dudes! Nice 'staches. -Pat Mather

Jake & Lindsy Connolly

Nancy & Mike Metzler

You guys are amazing! Thank you for your efforts to help find a cure for brain cancer and thank you for honoring Hannah yesterday - it was so nice to see her forget-me-not flower seeds being sewn across Colorado as you were riding! She would absolutely love this. We are cheering you on from Upstate NY. Thank you, thank you, thank you!

Sydney Rogers

Anonymous

Colin Hostetter

Good luck Erik (& others)!

Melanie Buck

It was terrible weather here too yesterday - I could barely make it across the street to Au Bon Pain. But I made it! And you biked 200 miles. Same.

Chelsea OBrien

Guys! You're killing it out there! Erik that speed record is insane. I don't even like to go 60 mph into car! Haha The other side of halfway must feel pretty exciting...and significantly more humid.

Kelly Ferriss

We love you guys! Thanks for riding for this cause! Keep pushing forward until you reach the finish line! Fuck cancer! Matt, Kelly and Sammy

Bob Frias

👍🌈❤️👌😎🚴🏼‍♀️🚴🏼‍♀️🚴🏼‍♀️🚴🏼‍♀️🏆🇺🇸

Abbey Rannells

Lee Knodel

Hey 4 Dudes. Impressed with you. 100% heart and soul. Give Rob DeCou a hug from Mrs. Bee please. Take care, super heroes.

Robert Way

Good luck, dudes!

Joy Karpowicz

Linda Matthews

Tyler Clemens

Keep crushing it 4 Dudes!! You guys are inspiring and amazing. Not only is this an epic adventure, it's an epic cause. As Chris always says "Life is about the stories you can tell" and this one is as good as it gets! To the crew - I can't express how cool it is for you all to be out there. I'm having some FOMO as I watch the progress! Your dedication to the Dudes and the commitment you are putting toward this cause is truly beyond words. Keep those Dudes pedaling and enjoy your journey!!

Mike & Jenna Shumway

Cailie Burns

Way to crush it, guys!

christopher herman

Greg Lowe

4D go go go

Norman Suguitan

Karen Warrick

Have an awesome ride over Wolf Creek Pass! To keep you rolling up hill we would like to make a $500 donation in memory of Marge Shaver, Jim's half-brothers wife. She died from brain cancer about a week ago.

Chris Muench

Kathryn Coughlin

From Mark Muench's sister, thanks for your ride to fight brain cancer. Safe travels and enjoy the ride.

Chuck Marvin

Fantastic "dashes" are being created and photographed without question from way up high - way up. An honor to contribute.

ronald mack

Robin and Anne Beran

Be safe . We look forward to seeing you again, Chris. Robin and Anne

Kyle McGuire

Dude unto others as you would have others dude unto you.

James Magee

Ali Marchione

Good Luck!!

Brian Martin

Greta Hallberg

Amanda Amori

What y'all are doing out there is absolutely incredible. As someone who has watched both friends and loved ones suffer from rare, and often under-researched, forms of cancer, I am so thankful that you are all doing what you are doing. As a scientist, I am super thankful that people like y'all exist who help fund us and let us do what we do! Special shout out to Ryan Jean who is the best ginger around!

Lisa Mahoney

You are accomplishing something amazing together & I just want to say that I'm happy to support you in your endevour in honor of my 33 yr old cousin, Emily who passed away this year of brain cancer.

Alexandra Rogerson

Love you guys!! So proud of all of your hard work! Ride safe and no poppin' wheelies (maybe a few). xo Al and Scoop

Liz Packhem

Erik and Ryan- I've been wowed by your drive and ambition for years now, and you're outdoing yourselves with the #4dudes. Wishing you all clear days and strong tailwinds... much love!!!

Katie & Greg Dziduch

Good luck, Ryan!

Anna Jagiello

You guys are inspiration to all of us! May your selfless act and dedication to this cause help in finding the cure for this horrible disease. I'm honor to do my part, however small in comparison to your monumental effort. May the wind be on your back!

James hill

Ride like the wind. May you have tailwinds and cool days.,

Tom Taylor

Enjoy the ride!

Brian Muench

Robert Albrecht

ROBERT LADUE

Amazed at the great work you guys have done for an awesome charity and know you're going to crush this race!

Teresa Thornburgh

Go Dudes, GO!

Justin Sprunger

Good luck guys! Safe and speedy travels to you all.

Tyler Swiggett

Godspeed

Jack Driscoll

Better late than never...ride, dudes, ride!

Kathleen Blake

Attack!!! Be safe and hydrate often.

Robin Brown

Evan Seltzer

Stephen Baker

What an adventure! Wishing you strength for the journey!

Bob Weatherly

Marshall- appreciate the magnitude of your endeavor. May the odds be forever in your favor.

Elizabeth Lowell

Good Luck!!

Nathaniel Binns

Juliet Spies-Gans

Genevieve Parker

This is from the 30-Day Map to Get Rid of Your Crap -- helping people declutter for joy, health, and creativity! Let's declutter brain cancer! -- Genevieve Parker Hill

Sharon Ninde

Our thoughts will be with you through every mile of this ride. We will be praying for the health of the riders and crew, and for safe travel. You are doing an amazing thing!! Another great adventure!! (Mother of Chris Clemens)

Gavriel Kullman

Todd Plants

#shutuplegs

Patrick Burton

Megan Downey

Brian Pender

Stay safe out there, have fun and way to go!

Christopher Dooley

Good luck boys, do it to it

Evan and MaryAnn Cyrkinosos

Brian Kennedy

Best of Luck Matt and Team. Great cause. GO Team! Regards Brian Kennedy Terralux/Sielo

Anonymous

Ryan Higgins

Good luck boys

Matt Seavey

Best of luck guys and thank you for all that you are doing to help others.....To Matt - I have read about your story and what you are doing, and I am amazed by your efforts. Keep it up!!!

Betty & Dick Connelly

Hello Ryan ........................ Your the BEST !! Best wishes for a safe ride! Proud of you and what you and the other guys are doing! Be safe my friend!!

Careen Shumway

You guys are awesome. Matteo, Grandma thinks you're "really something"! Have a safe ride.

Brian Sarvis

Go 4 Dudes!

Craig Deutsch

Charlotte Sloan

You guys are awesome- I want ALL the updates!! Good luck!!!

Ruth Cochran

We live in McLean, va, just outside of Washington, D.C. If you need lodging we'd love to host you. Jeff Moulton is my son

Jonathan Hopkins

Jeff Kohl

Rayza Santiago

Richard Robinson jr

Great work fellas!

Michael D'Amico

Audrey Wang

I know how much this means to Ryan. He is the most giving,dedicated , focused , loving man I have ever known, and I am proud and honored to say he is my son . I wish all the guys a safe and fun trip across the country and we will be there at the finish line waiting to welcome you all and celebrate your amazing accomplishment ! " RIDE ON" love you

Kirk Greene

Matthew Seconi

Punks!

Anonymous

Hi guys! One of the docs I work with gave a few buckos towards your ride. Diane

Michele Schmidt

You guys don't cease to amaze me! I'm so glad our paths crossed Ryan and Erik! Looking forward to seeing you in July Ryan!

Molly Brand

Best of luck!!

Kathy Ocko

Sarah Newhall

Good luck, 4 Dudes! Ride fast and safe!

Jeff Sobotko

Rich & Sandy Stein

The Stein family wishes good luck to all the Dudes.

Colleen Thompson

You guys are awesome- have fun and kick some cancer butt!

Jeanne Kirby

Sofia Jagannathan

Robert Albrecht

José Torres-Don

Dudes! You might could be the greatest. In full support! Ride safe.

Annemarie McDaniel

Incredibly proud and inspired by your dedication to the cause! Safe biking!

Evan Degnan

Ambika Subramanyam

You all are incredible! Good luck!

Michael Hedges

better late than never! Good luck boys, I will be rooting for you from Boston.

Pamela Protani

Prayers will be with you as you make each push of the peddle~!

Ryan Jean

Thank you to everyone who came out to support us at our Picnic with Purpose on May 20th, our operation sponsors who have made RAAM possible for us and gave us a platform to raise money for brain cancer research, and to all of the generous local businesses and individuals who donated the time, gift certificates, gift baskets, and experiences to our raffle. Together we raised $3,600, 100% of which will directly fund brain cancer research. This donation reflects the cash that was collected at the event.

Robert DeCou

Go Dudes!!! Just watched the Ohio RAAM show and getting excited to join you guys on this epic adventure. See you all in Oceanside soon...

Thomas Hughes

Sorry I can't make the picnic. Best of luck on the ride, hope I can see you guys soon!

Diane Martin

Good luck, 4 Dudes! Ride fast. Can't wait to follow along!

Diane Puccia

I'm so grateful that you guys are undertaking this monumental task to raise money for brain cancer research. I applaud you and thank you from the bottom of my heart. Have a safe trip and a most wonderful adventure!

Christopher Clemens

This donation is from the breakfast crew at Las Fuentes Resort Village retirement home where Chris Clemens has been hanging out with his Grandfather. The guys at breakfast wanted to make a donation and are looking forward to getting updates from Grandpa Clemens during the race! - Chris Clemens

Robert Read

Be safe out there!!

Thuy Nguyen

LOVE seeing you guys do what you do. Chris/Ryan...maybe I will fly out and meet you guys and your +2 on your journey!!! We'll have to have another in van shenanigans nights like we did in Whistle. Cheers!

Lee Siegel

Ryan and the 3 other Dudes 🙂 Best of luck and I admire ALL of your determination towards this cause. Best of luck to all of you.

Rory Macleod

Say hi to America for me. Don't get stuck in Brookings again. Oh and if you find Mike out there, tell him we've been looking for him.

Nicholas O'Rourke

My braunnnnnnnay

Kaitlin Muller

To 4 Dudes: You guys are all amazing! I am very inspired and proud of you all for taking on this mentally and physically straining adventure in order to support such an amazing cause. Good luck to you all (rides and dude crew!). Stay hydrated and well stretched!! Have FUN and be safe! <3 Kaitlin

Anne Lewis

Julie Burroughs

Katherine Casey

Good luck and stay safe out there!

Eric Apjohn

Nathan Sermonis

Good luck fellas!!

Colleen Daly

Thank you for doing this. Enjoy the ride.

Ryan Rasmussen

Alex Stein

Katie Hegarty

Nat Binns

Give em hell

Kevin Golden

Lisa Rossi

Good luck guys! You got this, you are old pros at racing across the country now 🙂

Deanna Robertson

Evan Seltzer

Simon Muller

Dana Bye

Good luck guys!

Allan Apjohn

Go get em boys

Kurt Dehut

Please stop at Little Caesars in at least every state and ride your ride while eating a $5 Hot n Ready pizza. Mmmkay. Thanks and good luck.

mark pautler

Best of luck TEAM! Mark & Jeannine Pautler

Rich Rochford

Good luck and safe travels on your ride. Great cause!

Brian Muench

This is a donation on behalf of Douglas Stephen Plastics. Use this either for race costs or Donation, whatever you need to use it for now.

Kathy Murphy

Ryan - Murph forwarded your email and added that you were going to cut the "Locks Off" and replace with REXA shaved onto one side...I would like to see it in the REXA blue/green color as well... 🙂 To the TEAM - You guys are AWESOME, what a self-less act to help find a cure I am proud to be part of this huge undertaking with you guys and I am adding to my initial donation. I pray for your safety and traveling mercies as you cross our great nation for this worthy cause. God Bless you guys Looking forward to the NEW Hairdo, Ryan...

Jim Sayles

Good luck gentlemen!

Mark Romanek

Brian Muench informed me of your great cause. Hope you reach your goal. Best Wishes, Mark Romanek

Brian Muench

Good luck guys, have fun and always remember why you're riding! Please use this gift from my company to cover your operating expenses for the race!!!

DAVID IRWIN

To Chris: I am sending you the ELKs Application Money in the form of a donation. Money well spent. What you guys are doing is cool and I admire when people can combine a personal goal and an altruistic charitable event. As a Certified "Dudest Preist", I say GO DUDES! Dave & Lisa PS - You can use me as a reference when Trump stops you at THE WALL.... ;P

Leila Pakrooh

Ryan, Matt, Chris & Erik: 3,000 miles?! I'm not sure which outshines the other: your determination or your generosity! This feat will undoubtedly be challenging, but with a heart of gold like yours, you will successfully achieve it. Should you pass by South Florida, you all have a place to stay. Safe travels and best of luck on your journey! I'm rooting for you! - Leila P.

Leana Lai

Woohoo! Good luck guys!

Susan Gonthier

Stephen Ross

Sean Eldridge

Greg Kohl

Have a great time and good luck at the race!

Margaret Moral

Go Erik!

Debra Perkins

You guys are BEYOND awesome!! Best of luck to you all!!

Peter Dady

Weak Knees and Dudes Good riding. I crewed for a 4 person team a few years back. Fun but hard work. I will be making a few donations between now and your ride but I'm now battling my own bout of cancer so most of energy will go to fight this disease. On On. KickStand aka Pete Dady

Max Gorgone

Evan Seltzer

Just don't let Eric slow the group down.

Lucia Parker

Let's do this!