Greetings from the Worlds!

[Randy]

We made it. Dan and I pre-rode the course today. The good news first: it is a bit shorter with a little less climbing. The challenge: it is definitely more technical. A course for a real mountain biker for sure!

Thanks to all of you who have donated to the Foundation to help me in my quest to raise $5,000. We still have a way to go. It is not too late, so if you know anyone that can help us, please pass the word.

I have posted a few pics already and will have more soon. To check out the race, you can go to YouTube or Twitter (rp24hours). The race website also has regular updates. Check it out at http://24wsc.com/.

By for now. Wish me luck!

I will not give up. I will not unclip. I will be strong. Count on it.

Randy

[Randy]

Hi everyone.

I just got back from the race. I placed first in my class with eight laps. That sounds a lot more impressive than it really is since I was the only person in my class. To make the win official, all I needed to do was complete one lap. But I kept going. So, basically, I did seven more laps than I needed to do to win.

Since several of you have pledged contributions based on how many laps I could complete, I was really motivated to keep on going. And Stephanie's poster with pictures and well-wishes from all of you made sure of that. I'd touch it just before I got back on the bike to do another lap.

The stats:

8 laps
90 miles
12,000 feet of climbing
One crash. On lap 3, I bobbled on a really rocky, technical section and went over the bars. No big deal, I got a few bumps and scrapes and found out where the best line was NOT.

Since I had First place pretty well sewn up, I was the Good Samaritan on the course. I stopped to help a fellow rider mend a broken chain, fixed a few flats, and helped one rider clear a chain that was stuck between his rear cassette and spokes. I stopped several times on each lap so as not to impede the elite riders and the faster teams. I was interviewed on the course at about 11 PM and once before the race by a local TV station. I told Saul's story and his involvement with Raisin Hope to anyone that would listen.

I'll post a few more pics and a video.

You see, we can accomplish anything that we set our minds to.

Determination. Self-confidence. Persistence.

Never quit. No matter how hard the task may seem.

Randy

[Patricia Profeta]

Hi Randy, I thought of you all weekend. Congratulations on your 8 laps! I just want you to know that you are an inspiration to me. Thank you. Love, Pat

[Katherine Profeta]

Congratulations Uncle Randy!!! =]

Love you!
Katie

[Yvonne Raisin]

Randy, we are so proud of you and for you. Great Job!
Yvonne

[Deb Moloshok]

Self-determination to accomplish a personal challenge – sounds like a winner to me. And sounds like you!
Bravo!
Deb

[Mary L]

Thats so awesome Bro!~ I knew you had that extra lap in you! I am SOOOOO PROUD!
Way to go, Hold on to the title! Champ!
Love Ya
Mary

Randy said:

Hi everyone.

I just got back from the race. I placed first in my class with eight laps. That sounds a lot more impressive than it really is since I was the only person in my class. To make the win official, all I needed to do was complete one lap. But I kept going. So, basically, I did seven more laps than I needed to do to win.

Since several of you have pledged contributions based on how many laps I could complete, I was really motivated to keep on going. And Stephanie's poster with pictures and well-wishes from all of you made sure of that. I'd touch it just before I got back on the bike to do another lap.

The stats:

8 laps
90 miles
12,000 feet of climbing
One crash. On lap 3, I bobbled on a really rocky, technical section and went over the bars. No big deal, I got a few bumps and scrapes and found out where the best line was NOT.

Since I had First place pretty well sewn up, I was the Good Samaritan on the course. I stopped to help a fellow rider mend a broken chain, fixed a few flats, and helped one rider clear a chain that was stuck between his rear cassette and spokes. I stopped several times on each lap so as not to impede the elite riders and the faster teams. I was interviewed on the course at about 11 PM and once before the race by a local TV station. I told Saul's story and his involvement with Raisin Hope to anyone that would listen.

I'll post a few more pics and a video.

You see, we can accomplish anything that we set our minds to.

Determination. Self-confidence. Persistence.

Never quit. No matter how hard the task may seem.

Randy

[Thomas Profeta]

Congratulations Randy, I am proud of you and proud to be your brother! Great Achievement! Nothing can stop you!

[Gerda]

Congrats Randy!!! Well done.