Dave ROMEO

I am riding 150 miles for my sister, brother, other family and friends. Please sponsor me and support my challenge to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.

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I've Ridden 35.0 mi My goal is 150 mi

My Rankings

National: 4395th
State: 278th in NY
My Team: 1st

I've raised $379 My goal is $500 Donate Now

I'm Riding For

Multiple family and friends

My Story

26 Jul 2024

Here I go again. Round 2. This September, I am taking part in the Great Cycle Challenge to fight kids' cancer!

Why? Because right now, cancer is still the biggest killer of children from disease in the United States. Over 15,700 children are diagnosed every year, and sadly, 38 children die of cancer every week.

Kids should be living life, not fighting for it.

So, support Children's Cancer Research Fund to allow them to continue their work to develop lifesaving treatments and find a cure for childhood cancer by making a donation to give these kids the brighter futures they deserve.

Your support will change little lives and give this guy some motivation to keep on peddling.

Thank you.

My Legacy

Here's my personal impact over 2 years to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.

51 mi Ridden

$628 Raised

2023

86 mi

Ridden

$1,007

Raised

My Challenge

1.3 mi ride - Evening practice run - Friday, September 13, 2024

Logged this ride 2 days ago
2.4 mi ride - Joe’s Package Run - Wednesday, September 11, 2024

Logged this ride 4 days ago
Today Is A Day Of Rest

10 Sep 2024

9/10/24 - Went to bed sore and woke up at about 2am in straight up pain. lol. I haven’t felt this way in quite a while. I’m talking full body, every inch of my being soreness. I got out of bed, made my way over to the kitchen and downed almost a liter of water and some iced tea. I then mixed up a protein shake and downed that as well. After about a half hour of pacing, I went back to bed. Woke up this morning still sore, but not nearly as bad as my night episode. I think my body was craving nutrients. Yeah, I think I may have over did it with the physical activity over the last few days and neglected to up the nutritional support to compensate for the added activity. My mind is willing, but my body isn’t there yet. Today I’ll take a break to recover and put together a real riding regimen that will slowly build up my milage over the next two weeks. I will also take a look at my calorie and liquid intake. I remember the days when I’d jump on the cycle and crank out 50 miles then go do a circuit weight workout followed by a few sets of handball. Yeah, I now know that those days are well behind me. Been off the seat too long. Have accepted that I’m back to basics and I am looking forward to rebuilding my cycling prowess. Like everything, it’s in the process.

Posted 5 days ago
To Kings Ferry and Back

9 Sep 2024

9/9/24 - Great day for a ride. Decided to head back to Kings Ferry on this mild weathered Mid-Monday morning. The day started out interesting when I decided to put some air in my tire and halfway to a comfortable ride pressure the tire suddenly let out a quick hissss and went totally limp. I first thought that the valve may have jammed in the open position so I attempted to inflate it anew only to discover that was not the problem. Then I thought, maybe it’s a tube puncture? I removed the tube and upon inspection I could not find the hole. I recalled that I heard the hisss emanating from the valve area. I inspected and found that the valve stem was detaching from the inner tube. No fixing that. Luckily I had a spare rear rim with freewheel and disc-brake setup ready to go but for air. I inflated the tube dropped it in place, locked, tested the brakes and then hit the road. This run was a whole lot easier than the last. Tried a route that was a little different this time around and found it not as hilly, but much more exposure to road traffic. For the most part, the drivers were courteous, but I’ll have to think on it being a good to route. Another day on the cycle, another question to ponder.

Posted 6 days ago
13.6 mi ride - 9/9/24 - To Kings Ferry And Back - Monday, September 9, 2024

Logged this ride 6 days ago
Riding In The Rain

7 Sep 2024

9/7/24 - Went out for an early morning ride today. It started out great and only got better as I peddled along the East side of the Hudson River. Nothing like the crisp morning air whistling by and empty streets and footpaths. Got to Kings Ferry Marker and watched the shore fishermen cast their lines for a few minutes and then headed over to Lake Meahagh to watch the local crew team get their morning practice rows in. As I sat there inhaling the fresh morning air a light mist started and then rain. It was that pleasant cold rain that lets you know it’s there, but quickly goes up in temperature due to your body heat so it doesn’t cause you to shiver. I took one last look at the rowers and I jumped back on the bike and started my trek back to home base. Luckily, I had my sunglasses, I put em on to keep the tire spray out of my eyes. The cool rain made the uphills actually pleasant. As I got closer to my destination the rain eased off and eventually stopped so by the time I arrived home at least my skin was dry. Another days ride complete and I’m already looking forward to the next one.

Posted 8 days ago
$250 raised to fight kids' cancer!

I just raised $250 to fight kids' cancer and achieved PROTECTOR LEVEL in the challenge! Thank you so much for your support.

Posted 8 days ago
5.7 mi ride - From the Point - Saturday, September 7, 2024

Logged this ride 8 days ago
6.6 mi ride - To The Point - Saturday, September 7, 2024

Logged this ride 8 days ago
$100 raised to fight kids' cancer!

I just raised $100 to fight kids' cancer and achieved DEFENDER LEVEL in the challenge! Thank you so much for your support.

Posted 9 days ago
After Ride #2

5 Sep 2024

09/05/24: Just completed just over 3 miles on day 2, ride 2. Another beautiful day for a road ride. Weather is cool, low 70’s and traffic was mostly sparse. Still fine tuning this bike for optimal performance. Will definitely need gloves going forward.

Posted 10 days ago
3.3 mi ride - September 5th ride #2 - Thursday, September 5, 2024

Logged this ride 10 days ago
2.1 mi ride - Sept 4th - First Ride - Wednesday, September 4, 2024

Logged this ride 11 days ago
In the beginning…

26 Jul 2024

I’m one month out and getting myself and my equipment in top shape for the bike challenge due to begin September 1st. I’ve got approximately 4-weeks to complete 150 miles. Bring it.

Posted 51 days ago

My Sponsors

Joe Lozada

“Love you!!!!”
$103.50
Received this donation 4 days ago

Dave

“Way to go Joe. Thanks for the show of support. Today’s milage was for you, and the kids.”

Way to go Joe. Thanks for the show of support. Today’s milage was for you, and the kids.
Neysa Romeo

“I'm so proud of you uncle Dave for taking on this challenge again!! Keep up the great work! I love you!”
$72.45
Received this donation 9 days ago

Dave

“Neysaaaaa!!! Thank you so much for the shout out. It’s a good cause all around. Good for the kids and their families and good for my health. Looking forward to seeing you soon.”

Neysaaaaa!!! Thank you so much for the shout out. It’s a good cause all around. Good for the kids and their families and good for my health. Looking forward to seeing you soon.
Daylyn Bhavsar Padilla

“You can do all things through Christ who strengthens you - Philippians 4:13”
$36.23
Received this donation 8 days ago

Dave

“Thank you Daylyn for your generosity. “But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus.” ‭‭ Philippians‬ ‭4‬:‭19‬ ‭”

Thank you Daylyn for your generosity. “But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus.” ‭‭ Philippians‬ ‭4‬:‭19‬ ‭
Jefferson Romeo

“Great cause. Cycle until the wheels come off..”
$36.23
Received this donation 9 days ago

Dave

“Thank you Jay. Maybe I’ll see you out there? Or I could come up and take a ride around the property? Let me know when the next BBQ is happening.”

Thank you Jay. Maybe I’ll see you out there? Or I could come up and take a ride around the property? Let me know when the next BBQ is happening.
Madeline Matias
$36.23
Received this donation 9 days ago

Dave

“Thank you Madeline for your show of support. For that I’ll keep on peddling.”

Thank you Madeline for your show of support. For that I’ll keep on peddling.
marleny sariol
$36.23
Received this donation 9 days ago

Dave

“Thank you Marleny. Your contribution inspires me to pack on the miles.”

Thank you Marleny. Your contribution inspires me to pack on the miles.
Patricia M

“You got this!”
$36.23
Received this donation 9 days ago

Dave

“Thanks much Patricia. I see you. This mile is for you.”

Thanks much Patricia. I see you. This mile is for you.
Kelly

“Sending mucho support!!!!”
$20.70
Received this donation 9 days ago

Dave

“Thank you Kelly for your support. It takes a big heart to step up and take action. Yeah you!”

Thank you Kelly for your support. It takes a big heart to step up and take action. Yeah you!
Madeline Matias
$1.04
Received this donation 9 days ago

Dave

“Thank you for your support. Every bit helps to make these young lives a little brighter during this trying time.”

Thank you for your support. Every bit helps to make these young lives a little brighter during this trying time.