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21 Days And 2,325 Miles Later

21st Century Dads Posted on June 24, 2015 by Maureen RobertsOctober 21, 2019

21 days and 2,325 miles later, the Dads Honor Ride 2015 has come to an end. It’s been an amazing experience from a physical, emotional and spiritual perspective. What are the odds a 54 year old of moderate athletic ability … [CLICK TO READ MORE]

June 21 — Monee IL to Chicago IL (37 Miles)

21st Century Dads Posted on June 21, 2015 by Maureen RobertsOctober 21, 2019

21 days and 2,325 miles later, the Dads Honor Ride has come to an end.  It’s been an amazing experience from a physical, emotional and spiritual perspective. We had a total of six riders the last day including Dariusz Cupial, … [CLICK TO READ MORE]

June 20 — Lincoln, IL to Monee, IL (151 Miles)

21st Century Dads Posted on June 20, 2015 by Maureen RobertsJanuary 28, 2019

We decided to shift the end point for today from Dwight, IL to Monee, IL, which meant adding approximately 40 miles to today’s ride and taking 40 miles off tomorrow’s ride into Chicago, to build a cushion in the event … [CLICK TO READ MORE]

June 19 — Edwardsville, IL to Lincoln, IL (122 Miles)

21st Century Dads Posted on June 19, 2015 by Maureen RobertsJanuary 13, 2019

We donned our rain gear and headed out for another day in paradise, that is if you’re a duck or an amphibian. It rained almost all day. Loved the On The Hill Golf Course sign indicating Rain, Rain Go Away … [CLICK TO READ MORE]

June 18 — Sullivan, MO to Edwardsville, IL (94 Miles)

21st Century Dads Posted on June 18, 2015 by Maureen RobertsJanuary 13, 2019

After a good night’s sleep at the Best Western it was time to hit the road in the rain and make the transition from MO to IL. Some of the rivers were swelling and looked like chocolate milk. After 65 … [CLICK TO READ MORE]

June 17 — Lebanon, MO to Sullivan, MO (94 Miles)

21st Century Dads Posted on June 17, 2015 by Maureen RobertsJanuary 13, 2019

Day number 17. Rained on and off during the day. No planned activities along the way today. I was moved by the sign outside of Westside Baptist Church, which read: “Fathers – What Kind Of Legacy Are You Leaving?” This … [CLICK TO READ MORE]

June 16 — Joplin MO to Lebanon MO (127 miles)

21st Century Dads Posted on June 16, 2015 by Maureen RobertsJanuary 13, 2019

Greetings from Lebanon, MO and the conclusion of Day 16 of the Dads Honor Ride. We started the day in Joplin and rode 70 miles to be at PPD for a warm welcome and to do a press conference to … [CLICK TO READ MORE]

June 15 — Claremore OK to Joplin MO (103 Miles)

21st Century Dads Posted on June 15, 2015 by Maureen RobertsJanuary 13, 2019

Greetings from Joplin, which is in the southwest corner of MO.  We arrived here after riding through 3-4 hours of rain and the 10 mile segment of Route 66 that also passes through Kansas.  One of the highlights of the … [CLICK TO READ MORE]

June 14 — Chandler, OK to Claremore, OK (92 Miles)

21st Century Dads Posted on June 14, 2015 by Maureen RobertsJanuary 13, 2019

Greetings from Claremore, OK and the completion of day 14 of the Dads Honor Ride. We’ve traveled just over 1,600 miles since leaving Santa Monica on June 1st. The days have been long, but the time is going by quickly. … [CLICK TO READ MORE]

Dads Honor Ride has posted a new video!

21st Century Dads Posted on June 14, 2015 by Maureen RobertsJanuary 13, 2019

Check out this new video created by the Dads Honor Ride team.

June 13 — Weatherford OK to Chandler OK (100 Miles)

21st Century Dads Posted on June 13, 2015 by Maureen RobertsJanuary 13, 2019

Greetings from Chandler, OK, which is just east of Oklahoma City.  We have covered just over 1,500 miles in the first 13 days of the Dads Honor Ride and we’re on schedule to arrive in Chicago on Sunday, June 21st … [CLICK TO READ MORE]

June 12 — Shamrock, TX to Weatherford, OK (100 Miles)

21st Century Dads Posted on June 12, 2015 by Maureen RobertsJanuary 13, 2019

Greetings from Weatherford, OK. It’s been 12 days since leaving Santa Monica and we have covered 1,383 miles on the Dads Honor Ride. It’s been an amazing journey both physically and mentally. We’ve honored hundreds of dads, raised a good … [CLICK TO READ MORE]

June 11 — Amarillo, TX to Shamrock, TX (102 Miles)

21st Century Dads Posted on June 11, 2015 by Maureen RobertsJanuary 13, 2019

The day started with a magnificent sunrise and an early morning cab ride to News Channel 10 for an in studio interview with my bike. Courtney Olson, the cab driver/owner is the gold standard. Two minutes into the ride she’s shoving a … [CLICK TO READ MORE]

June 10 — Tucumcari, NM to Amarillo, TX (110 Miles)

21st Century Dads Posted on June 10, 2015 by Maureen RobertsJanuary 13, 2019

Greetings from Amarillo. Riding conditions were good and we were making good progress until Route 66 became and very old and bumpy road. We had to hoof it over to US 40 and jump the barb wire fence to continue … [CLICK TO READ MORE]

June 9 — Santa Rosa, NM to Tucumcari, NM (110 Miles)

21st Century Dads Posted on June 9, 2015 by Maureen RobertsJanuary 13, 2019

Today was scheduled to be a half day with a modest 60 mile ride from Santa Rosa to Tucumcari, except for the fact we didn’t make it to Santa Rosa last might. We got up a little earlier and headed … [CLICK TO READ MORE]

June 8 — Albuquerque, NM to Santa Rosa, NM (84 Miles)

21st Century Dads Posted on June 8, 2015 by Maureen RobertsJanuary 13, 2019

I got up at 4:45am and biked, in the dark with a headlamp, a few miles (not included in the total miles for the DHR), over to NBC4 for a 5:30am appointment. The in-studio interview with Kim Tobin went well … [CLICK TO READ MORE]

June 7 — Gallup, NM to Albuquerque, NM (141 Miles)

21st Century Dads Posted on June 7, 2015 by Maureen RobertsJanuary 13, 2019

After a good night’s sleep and breakfast at the Hampton Inn, it was time to hit the road for our longest scheduled ride (140 miles) of the entire three weeks.  Good news, no rain in the forecast and moderate temperatures. … [CLICK TO READ MORE]

June 6 — Winslow, AZ to Gallup, NM (140 Miles)

21st Century Dads Posted on June 6, 2015 by Maureen RobertsJanuary 13, 2019

This was supposed to be a 125 mile day, except for the fact the ride was cut short by 15 miles yesterday, due to lightning. So we started riding today, 15 miles west of Winslow, where we left off yesterday. … [CLICK TO READ MORE]

June 5 — Cottonwood, AZ to Winslow, AZ (94 Miles)

21st Century Dads Posted on June 5, 2015 by Maureen RobertsJanuary 13, 2019

The day started out on a good note. The scenery and landscapes approaching Sedona and beyond are second to none. The morning rain wasn’t as big an obstacle as the climb up to Flagstaff. I’m not sure if it was … [CLICK TO READ MORE]

June 4 — Wickenberg, AZ to Cottonwood, AZ (111 Miles)

21st Century Dads Posted on June 4, 2015 by Maureen RobertsJanuary 13, 2019

Greetings from Cottonwood, AZ.  The day started out on a precarious note.  Google Maps took us up a dirt road for about five miles before we sent an SOS.  Addie and Wilk came to the rescue in the RV to … [CLICK TO READ MORE]

June 3 — Blythe CA to Wickenberg AZ (114 Miles)

21st Century Dads Posted on June 3, 2015 by Maureen RobertsSeptember 6, 2017

Greetings from Wickenberg, AZ. Here after three days of riding 394 miles. Feeling much better after day 3, than day 2. The day started with a 34 mile ride on the shoulder of US10 and the remaining 80 miles along … [CLICK TO READ MORE]

June 2 — Palm Springs, CA to Blythe, CA (130 Miles)

21st Century Dads Posted on June 2, 2015 by Maureen RobertsJanuary 13, 2019

Day 2 started in Palm Springs CA and after riding for eight hours, not including stops for food and media we made it to Blythe, CA. There was a bit more elevation today than yesterday and the heat was a … [CLICK TO READ MORE]

June 1 — Santa Monica, CA to Palm Springs, CA (149 Miles)

21st Century Dads Posted on June 1, 2015 by Maureen RobertsJanuary 13, 2019

Our group got an early start at Santa Monica Pier. We were greeted by six Santa Moinca motor cycle police who escorted us through the streets of Santa Monica. From there it was off to St. Francis Medical Center in … [CLICK TO READ MORE]

May 31, 2015 Chicago, IL to Hollywood, CA (Ground Zero)

21st Century Dads Posted on May 31, 2015 by Maureen RobertsJanuary 28, 2019

Hard to believe it’s less than 24 hours from the start of the Dads Honor Ride.  Two of our crew members; daughter Addie and Tuskegee Airman & friend Lawton “Wilk” WIlkerson made the uneventful trip with me from ORD to … [CLICK TO READ MORE]

Memorial Day Ride & More

21st Century Dads Posted on May 25, 2015 by David HirschJanuary 28, 2019

Went for a short ride to watch the parade and attend the solemn Memorial Day ceremony at Evergreen Cemetery in Barrington. Thank you to Ann & Bob Lee for the nice photos afterwards. Shortly there after I suffered my first … [CLICK TO READ MORE]

Truck and Communications Equipment Donated

21st Century Dads Posted on May 25, 2015 by Maureen RobertsAugust 4, 2016

A huge THANK YOU to Gary Grube and Caerus Institute for donating the use of their truck for a month and all the communications equipment. We are very greatful for your support of the the Dads Honor Ride.

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Biking 101 (as in miles)

21st Century Dads Posted on May 24, 2015 by David HirschJanuary 28, 2019

Completed a another century ride Saturday.  Perfect day, 75 and sunny.  Rode to Lombard and back along the bike trail. Treated myself to some DQ (at mile #80) and then happen to notice good friends Young Chung and son Peter … [CLICK TO READ MORE]

133 Miles And Still Smiling

21st Century Dads Posted on May 23, 2015 by David HirschJanuary 28, 2019

On Wednesday I decided to ride to Milwaukee to meet a friend for lunch.  It was a clear but crisp day with temperatures in the mid 50s.  Happen to notice a yard sign with the number 2211, which coincidentally is … [CLICK TO READ MORE]

Another 200 Mile Weekend, May 17, 2015

21st Century Dads Posted on May 17, 2015 by Maureen RobertsAugust 4, 2016

Only 14 days to go before heading to Santa Monica for the start of the Dads Honor Ride.  It felt good to get out this weekend on multiple rides and log another 200 miles, including a solo round trip to … [CLICK TO READ MORE]

Springfield Fatherhood Essay Contest

21st Century Dads Posted on May 14, 2015 by Maureen RobertsJanuary 28, 2019

We are staging a Faces of Fatherhood event featuring Springfield students who have written essays about their dads. The event will take place on  on June 19th (day #19 of the ride). For the essay contest, each student is asked to write … [CLICK TO READ MORE]

A Good 70 Mile Mid Week Ride

21st Century Dads Posted on May 13, 2015 by Maureen RobertsAugust 4, 2016

It felt good to get outside after a half day of work and put in 70 miles. I had a nice conversation with my dad who turned 84 today. Rest points along the ride included a stop at the local Apple … [CLICK TO READ MORE]

Another 200 Mile Weekend

21st Century Dads Posted on May 10, 2015 by Maureen RobertsAugust 4, 2016

The first ride took me from Barrington to Evanston, where I met with Jean Anderson, a marketing specialist, who has agreed to put together an overall communications strategy for the Dads Honor Ride. From there I pedaled to Lincolnwood to … [CLICK TO READ MORE]

Motorola Solutions Sponsors First Responders Relay Team

21st Century Dads Posted on May 7, 2015 by Maureen RobertsJanuary 28, 2019

On a good news front, I’m happy to report Motorola Solutions with a donation to underwrite our the Dads Honor Ride’s First Responders Relay Team.  This means we’ll have at least one police officer, firefighter or EMT with us every segment … [CLICK TO READ MORE]

David Hirsch: Dads Honor Ride Training

21st Century Dads Posted on May 5, 2015 by Maureen RobertsJanuary 28, 2019

Training for the Dads Honor Ride is coming along nicely.  I was able to get 180 miles in this weekend. The first ride was a solo round trip to Lake Geneva and back, with a stop at Gino’s East to … [CLICK TO READ MORE]

Bloomington-Normal Illinois – Fatherhood Essay Contest

21st Century Dads Posted on May 1, 2015 by Maureen RobertsJanuary 28, 2019

Exciting news! Bloomington Cycle & Fitness will collect essays from local students for the Bloomington-Normal Fatherhood Essay Contest. For the essay contest, each student is asked to write a 250 word (or less) essay on the theme “What My Father … [CLICK TO READ MORE]

Honor Ride Kick Off Event with Comedian Tom Dreesen

21st Century Dads Posted on April 29, 2015 by Maureen RobertsAugust 4, 2016

The May 31st, 3-5pm, 21st Century Dads Honor Ride Kick Off Event taking place at the Laugh Factory, located at 8001 Sunset Blvd, Hollywood, CA 90046. Please join the 21st Century Dads Foundation for a kickoff celebration to wish the … [CLICK TO READ MORE]

Less Than 2 Months Till Honor Ride Starts

21st Century Dads Posted on April 5, 2015 by Maureen RobertsAugust 4, 2016

Looking forward to the start of the Dads Honor Ride. With less than 2 months till June 1, we are putting the finishing touches to our Dad’s Honor Ride. Starting from the sandy beaches of Santa Monica, CA we will … [CLICK TO READ MORE]

Looking forward to the start of Dad’s Honor Ride

21st Century Dads Posted on March 17, 2015 by Maureen RobertsAugust 4, 2016

With 75 days left till June 1, we are putting the finishing touches to our Dad’s Honor Ride. Starting from the sandy beaches of Santa Monica, CA we will ride for 21 days to Chicago, IL. Along the way we … [CLICK TO READ MORE]

 

 

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