Peloton Project-Ride for the Roses

“Getting a couple of donations now from people I don't know, my flyers must be working. $1410 collected, another $1090 needed for "White Jersey" level. Friday is my deadline for online or postmarked donations.


My Peloton Page”

“Anybody notice John Kerry had a yellow bracelet on the Daily Show tonight?”

“He has had it for at least a couple of weeks.”

“TT'ers come through again! Thanks!”

“Great cause, you're welcome!”

“Plenty of people at teh Breast Cancer walk who had the yellow bracelets on too.”

“the bracelets are all backordered!

:(”

“I hear Nike in Portland had them not too long ago. A friend's daughter got some from her friend in Oregon, she's giving me one.”

“hmmmm, i'd zip up there on my lunch hour except it's on the opposite side of the continent, opposite corner too, lol!

:)

I'll find one somewhere.”

“lol, just noticed the title on your web page, pretty funny.

Hey, I forwarded your website addy to everyone in my office (there's only about 14 of us) with a brief explanation of whats going on. Who knows, maybe someone will help ya out.”

“thanks!”

“Sorry, I usually fall asleep when he's on TV. I think he's doing it on purpose.”

“Aug 27th: Deadline for postmarked donations to count towards jersey level awards

Sep 3rd: Deadline for online donations to count towards jersey level awards



To date, $1580 collected, to reach White Jersey Team need $920.00”

“Cancer survivors, friends and family, people who want to do something. Lance Armstrong Foundation is doing something for you.

Pathman's Peloton Project Page, Deadline for online donations to be credited now 9/3!”

“I'm cleared for the DC, Tour of Hope Finale ride on Oct 9. Now I have to find the time and energy to make arrangements!


I also have to break it to my coach that I am going, backpacking for more than a week during my prep training.
My Peloton Project Page, Deadline for online Donations 9/3!”

“How's the fundraising going, Pathman?”

“Get to work! :-D”

“No! My 26-month long project wrapped up yesterday, so I'm gonna slack for a day or two. :)

I just checked my 3-day account, and I finally reached my $2k goal. Only took two weeks after the event, but oh well!”

“I've stalled at $1665, but they say they won't have all checks counted as late as 4 weeks after receipt. I might still make "jersey" level, but not bad for only a month of effort towards fundraising. My mind has definitely shifted from fund raising to training!”

“Looks like I will have some support in Austin after all. Wifey and her good friend from the old days in Houston will be there. Training for 100 miles/5-6 hours appears on schedule.

You can still donate after today, but will not count towards "Jersey Level", will still count towards me if you fill out the info. See My Peloton Page below. Thanks for you that helped out, my TT friends really came through. I'm at $1665 today. Hope to make it to $2500, "White Jersey" with donations online today and checks coming in.

My plans for the DC Ride, Grand Finale for the Tour of Hope are falling together. Will be arriving in DC 10/8, ride 10/9, depart 10/10.


LAF: Great organization, if you have had cancer, know somebody with cancer or want to help fight cancer and support cancer survivors, check it out!

Live Strong



My Peloton Project Page”

“Ride course and elevation maps will be available online by the end of the week.

Training still on course. I have a busy couple of weeks then, a 7 day backpack, 4 days of work, trip to DC for a 20-30 ride in DC finishing on the Ellipse, 4.5 days of work and the Ride for the Roses.


LAF”

“Way to go Pathman! Only a couple more weeks eh?”

“Route is now posted!

70-100 mile route

LAF Peloton Project has reached its goal of $5 M

Peloton Project

My training seems to be on schedule, we'll see if it gets me to my goal of 100 miles in 5-6 hours.”

“wow. It is nearly upon me.

I ended up raising $1905. Tour of Hope DC (27 or so miles) ride is this Saturday. Ride for the Roses in Austin (goal of 100 in 5-6 hours) is a week from Sunday!!!”

“you are a riding fool, Pathman! :-D”

“Have a great time! Good Luck!”

“DC ride route Looks like a good one.

I'll be looking for libation Sat night!”

“Path --

I posted this on hte other thread, but thought I would put it here as well.


I just met this guy. He was presenting to my group at work:
Dennis Cavner
Mr. Cavner is a principal of Waxman Cavner Lawson, a financial services firm serving high net worth individuals. He has been actively involved with the Lance Armstrong Foundation since 1999 and currently serves as vice chairman of the LAF board of directors. Cavner holds both business and law degrees from the University of Texas at Austin and currently serves on the UT Planned Giving Council. He lives with his wife Chris in Austin, Texas

Smart guy. He has developped a private placement life insurance product for high net worth folks.


He is headed to Washington this weekend.

Gave me a Livestrong braclet.


Now i have to dig out that contribution form and get my money in!”

“hmmm... I'm in DC too. I haven't gotten a bracelet yet. But I've got a ride to do tomorrow! Did you tell him axe murderers would be on the ride?”

“Peloton 2004 is over. I raised $1905 by word of mouth and online, passed out a couple of hundred LAF brochures, and rode in two charity events big enough to bring out Lance himself, 27 and 100 miles, both of which brought great PR to the LAF. Did the Ride for the Roses 100 miles in 6.5 hours rolling time, 7.5 total. The conditions were pretty tough in the second half of the race. Headwinds of 20 mph or so, rolling hills and 90F with 65% humidity. Lance, Will Ferrell and Robin Williams warmed up the 6,500 riders and ?? spectators, Sheryl Crow sang the National Anthem.

Also got to see Ann Curry do a live interview with Lance, several cancer survivors were on stage to ask him questions.

Thanks to those who contributed!

Peloton 2005 has begun!”

“you should coordinate a TT Peloton Team for next year!”

“Nicely done. A great accomlishment for you and for a great cause.


Nice job.”

“Good job Pathman!

That's a great time for a century ride!”

“I'd gladly ride with a TT team!

My 2005 Peloton Project Goals: $10,000 and Century less than 6 hours.

My Peloton Project Page”

“Robin Williams, Will Ferrell, Sheryl Crow and Lance + a cast of thousands
Ride for the Roses Video, Austin Statesman (free registration may be required)

Photos, same registration deal”

“Great job dude!”

“So, has anyone ordered any yellow bracelets from the LAF site and actually recieved them? I ordered them 4 weeks ago, and I can't get any sort of confirmation that they've shipped the braceltes. My e-mail to customer service has bounced back. I am so ticked off....”

“Smiley, have you tried buying them at REI or a local bike shop. I got mine at the bike shop back when the Tour was going on.”

“I ordered some about the same time you did Smiley and so far still no bracelets. I have NOT tried to contact them though.”

“There's been a rash of fake ones on the market these days. They look exactly like Lance's wristbands, but the money goes "elsewhere."”

“Ewker, I'm not going to go buy them somewhere else when I've already ordered them from teh website. I just want the darn bracelets. My BF got one from his family for his birthday, and my cat chewed on it. I owe him a new one.”

“Smiley, there only a 1.00 each

btw did you get my email”

“Yep, and LAF has already charged by credit card $10 + shipping.

Yes, I got your e-mail. I'll respond soon, life has been pretty hellish lately.”

“yikes, hope that price wasn't for one.

a friend of mine is a member of an organization that is having a national meeting here in Tn. They contacted Lance about speaking at it. His charge is
$250,000 for a 20 minute speech. Most of the money goes to the LAF which is cool. Their event was being held in 2 yrs. He had to refuse because he is scheduled to train that day. Seems he has his training schedule made out for the next 5 yrs.”

“Watch the Pathman. I have an excellent scheme that has a good chance of bringing Lance to me. :D”

“Well, LAF finally responded to my e-mail (after one bounce-back) and it appears that my order has shipped, and I should recieve it soon. If I get the package in the next week, LAF will be back on my good list!”

“I got mine from Dennis Cavner, Vice Chairman of the Board of LAF.

He always carries a few in his briefcase . .you just have to meet him . . .”