May 8 to June 6, 2025 · Self-supported · Self-funded
One rider, one bike and 60 pounds of gear, riding the length of the East Coast to raise awareness for pancreatic cancer early detection and to fund cancer research.
Finish · Key West, June 6
Why I ride
My journey began with the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute Pan-Mass Challenge, a two-day ride across Massachusetts to fund cancer research. I have completed eight PMC rides with Team Flames, raising funds in memory of my late wife, Christine.
This solo ride took that commitment further: a self-supported ride down the entire East Coast, about 80 miles a day, sharing stories of hope with people along the way.
The fight against cancer demands our unwavering commitment. It demands we push boundaries and find new ways to make a difference.Darryl Jelley
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The journey, day by day
Scroll to ride along, or press Play and let the ride roll by itself. The orange dot shows each day's miles and climbing; switch to Full route to see the whole coast.
Videos from the road
Clips filmed along the way, from the trails of North Carolina to the last mile in Key West.
June 6, 2025 · Key West, Florida
Maine to Key West in under a month: 2,319 miles, 13 states and not a single flat tire. More importantly, the ride raised over $20,000 for cancer research and carried a message of early detection down the whole coast.
Thank you to everyone who rode the first leg, cheered from the roadside, fixed a pedal, donated, or simply asked why I was riding in the rain. Find them on the map:
