Bob Lee is preparing for a solo, 12, 000 mile bike ride down the West Coast of the U.S. in an effort to raise both money and awareness for cancer, ALS research and hospice care programs.
The 70-year old cancer survivor discussed his upcoming challenge:
“The most challenging leg of my ride is asking for donations. We are off to a great start with the generous sponsors and matching fund mechanisms already in place but we need to accelerate our ‘call-to-action’; we need friends to donate now before I saddle up.
I’m not a ‘biker’ and I am not fundraiser, I am more of a peddler with a passion to help conquer disease and support those living with life-threatening illnesses,” Lee said. “This is a purpose-driven ride. The people fighting cancer and ALS, the hospice nurses, and all of the people who are collaborating with me on these rides- they are the ones who give me pedal power.”
The West Coast ride is the third and final part of Lee’s solo charity bicycle ride, which covers the perimeter of the United States. He hopes to raise $1 million once he crosses the finish line over the Mexican border. All donations will support three charities: the American Cancer Society, the Les Turner ALS Foundation, and the National Hospice Foundation.