Parker, Arizona tonight ...

Todds in Parker tonight ... he's in the van for a couple days, but got good news from the Doc yesterday. Parts for the bike are being overnighted to Tempe, AZ with hopes that all goes back together on Thursday. He's anxious to get riding.

Kelly

Recuperating in Lake Havasu, Az

Just got off the phone with Todd. He's very sore from yesterday's fall and has some pretty serious "road rash", but fortunately nothing is broken (except the bike ... to the bike shop tomorrow morning). Sounds like they've been treated like royalty today in Lake Havasu where they've got a day off (from riding) tomorrow and have numerous friendship visits lined up.

It may be a few days before Todd can ride, so keep him in your thoughts. The team will make Phoenix by Thursday.

Worried Mom and Dad

Todd takes a fall in Arizona ...

Don't freak out ... we believe he is fine. Sue and I got a call late this afternoon from Todd. His front tire blew out after 65 miles (into Arizona ... in Bullhead City tonight). He doesn't remember much but was thrown pretty hard and has the "road-rash" to prove it. Nothing broken, but he's going to be very sore tomorrow and will need a couple days in the van I suspect. We hope to have an update from him tonight. Naturally he was more concerned about the bike than the pain. More as we have it ... Please keep Todd in your thoughts and prayers.

Dad

In Las Vegas - June 24 ... Day off tomorrow ....

Finally ... in Las Vegas Baby !!!!

Mix of Photo's / Napa / Jackson / Kirkwood/ Carson City

Toughest Day!

Just got a collect call from Todd. He made it 85 miles through the Sierra Nevadas. Toughest day of the trip. He'll be in Carson City tomorrow night and will be checking back in with all.

Kelly

Todd will take what is reported to be the toughest ride of the trip, up Kirkwood (CA) on Wednesday (up to about 7500 ft) and then back down. The trip down sounds pretty good. Keep him in your thoughts and drop a post to him if you get a moment.

Kelly

DAY 1 - Departing San Francisco

Mom & Dad in town to see me off from the Golden Gate Bridge.

A little bio on me and the event ...

Todd Stacy
Year: Junior
School: UNC-Chapel Hill
Major: Political Science and History

My name is Todd Stacy and I am a Junior at the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill. This summer I will embark on a life changing journey. I will ride my bike over 4,000 miles, from San Francisco to Washington D.C., to benefit people with disabilities. I will be joining my brothers from the Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity, and will spend 65 days of my summer on this incredible adventure.

This event is run by Pi Kappa Phi's own national philanthropy organization, PUSH America. Since 1987 brothers of Pi Kappa Phi have been making the trip, and this year I will be one of over 80 men who participate in the Journey of Hope. One of the best aspects of the event is that every day we will make what are known as "friendship visits." This will give us the chance to interact with people with disabilities, and make a difference in the lives of many people across the country. These people will no doubt make a huge difference in our lives as well.
This experience is something that will undoubtedly stay with me for the rest of my life. I have set a goal of raising $7,000, all of which will go to PUSH America and helping people with disabilities. Thank you so much for your support, and I can't wait to get on the bike this summer!

Todd Stacy