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Al Reszel's 4,000-Mile Ride for Breast Cancer Awareness

3/16/2026

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Albert ‘Al’ Reszel from Minnesota is training in Phoenix for his ninth cross-country bicycle ride, covering 4,000 miles to raise funds for breast cancer research.
He will begin in Santa Monica, California, and aims to reach New York City in approximately 45 days, riding 90 miles daily.
Reszel and his wife, Terry, founded Pink Pedals 4 A Cure after her battle with breast cancer, raising over $70,000 for the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.
The rides promote Terry’s story and highlight the importance of early detection, with Terry now supporting Al during his journey.

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Albert ‘Al’ Reszel from Minnesota is training in Phoenix for his ninth cross-country bicycle ride, covering 4,000 miles to raise funds for breast cancer research.
He will begin in Santa Monica, California, and aims to reach New York City in approximately 45 days, riding 90 miles daily.
Reszel and his wife, Terry, founded Pink Pedals 4 A Cure after her battle with breast cancer, raising over $70,000 for the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.
The rides promote Terry’s story and highlight the importance of early detection, with Terry now supporting Al during his journey.