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RIDE 4 GABE IV — 2019 ROUTE


Birmingham, Alabama to Pikes Peak Summit, Colorado

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RIDE 4 GABE IV — SUMMIT DUCHENNE

About R4G

 

Ride4Gabe (R4G) is a semi-annual trans-America bike trek. Now in our fourth year, R4G's endurance cyclists, crew, and staff have crossed thirty-three states and 5,550 miles.

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Our Mission Statement

 

Ride4Gabe's mission is to raise awareness for Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD).

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Ride4Gabe IV Goals

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• Complete Ride4Gabe IV –– Summit Duchenne –– in order to defeat Duchenne muscular dystrophy, known as the "Toughest Fight in the World."

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• Raise funds to sustain the Hope for Gabe Foundation as a leader in the race for finding a cure for Gabe and others with Duchenne muscular dystrophy.

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• Sponsor and support Team R4G, our cyclists, and crew.

About Ride4Gabe IV

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R4G IV departs Birmingham, Alabama and finishes atop Pikes Peak, Colorado — at an elevation of 14,115 feet.

Across eight days and nearly 200 miles per day, R4G's three ultra-distance cyclists — Brian Toone, Michael Staley, and Demetrious White — will cross through eight states and 1,500-plus miles in order to reach the summit.
 

Prior R4G Highlights
 

• 2014 nationwide canvassing for over 100,000 signatures via The White House "We the People" online portal

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• 2015 successful passage of the "Right to Try Act" 

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• 2016 formation of the state of Alabama's "Rare Disease Advisory Council"

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• 2017 completion of the non-stop Race Across America (RAAM) by R4G's Brian Toone, finishing as the 1st American, 3rd overall, with a time of 10d 2h 53m.

Hope for Gabe Foundation

 

The "Hope for Gabe Foundation"(H4G) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Birmingham, Alabama. H4G was formed in 2010 by the family of Gabe Griffin, a 14-year-old Birmingham boy who was diagnosed with the rare genetic disease, Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD).
 

Team R4G

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Team R4G includes road support from Kate Staley, Jon Bourque, and Stephen Peters. They will follow our cyclist in a sport utility vehicle provided by our sponsor, Donohoo Chevrolet. Vehicle safety lights and sound system will be installed by Haynes Emergency Lighting.

Our crew includes drivers Lou Pfau and Tara Stallworth Lee following in a recreational vehicle (generously provided by a local family) giving shelter to our riders and crew each night. Live web and social media support is provided by Tod Ingram.

 

For more information, please visit, like, and share our Facebook page.

Or call (205) 907-2239.
 

*Thank you each and all!

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RIDE 4 GABE IV — SPONSOR A MILE

Each year, Ride4Gabe would not be possible if not for the generosity of others.

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For only $15.00 you, too, can help us deliver our message of hope across America.

 

Suggested Donation Amounts:

1 Mile for $15

2 Miles for $30

4 Miles for $60

8 Miles for $120

BONUS: Hope for Gabe is a recognized 501(c)3 and your donations are tax deductible! (*Please see your tax advisor.)

 

NOTE: We will update the web site as we go, letting everyone know just how close we are to sponsoring all 1,500 miles of the 201 Ride4Gabe IV –– Summit Duchenne ride.

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NEW: Donating to R4G, or creating your own fundraiser, is now easier than ever with Facebook. To learn more, click this LINK.

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Ready to Donate Now?

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