Each year our ride is dedicated to an individual — sometimes a child, sometimes an adult — with muscular dystrophy or related muscle disease. By dedicating the ride, we put a more personal face on the disease(s) that we’re working to eradicate.
The Trans-NH Bike Ride Board and Muscular Dystrophy Association are delighted to announce this year’s dedicatee: Fred.
“Being diagnosed with limb-girdle muscular dystrophy has made me a better self advocate. Having any type of disability can cause some setbacks and obstacles, but it puts you in a unique place. Do I give up or do I figure out a way to fight for what I need and deserve? This mentality made me a better dispatcher when I worked for the State Police department, and it has made me a better father as well.
I love to spend time with my son in my free time. My other interests include music production, drones, sneaker collecting, and I’d also love to find the courage to travel more. I also enjoy staying connected to my MD / LGMD “fam”. My passion is disability advocacy. One fun fact about me is that I got to dance with Michael Jackson on stage at the Bad tour in my city when I was a kid.
I want to share first and foremost that people living with MD are living full lives and with the right allies in our community we can live much better lives. The support we receive through MDA programming helps to bright the lives of so many families. We thank everyone who supports us but also ask that they continue to show their support until we cure this debilitating disease.”
By riding — and raising money — you help those affected with these diseases live life unlimited.
Visit the Trans-NH Bike Ride’s previous dedications to learn what makes each special.