Help Mark raise money

Hey everyone! 

I have just registered to race my Singlespeed mountain bike 100k to help support getting kids on bikes. This race is a fundraiser where the proceeds directly facilitate getting more kids on bikes. Donations go to the Colorado High School Mountain Bike League, and Lucky Ride in Denver. 

Those who know me know that bikes have changed my life. Discovering mountain bikes and bike racing are the sole reasons I have achieved 13 years of sobriety and am still living. I have been struggling with alcohol, addiction, and depression since age 12. Bikes have saved my life. No other options work for me. Also, bikes have provided me the pathway that has led to my wife, starting a family, and my passion for coaching—all the best aspects of my life. 

As a coach of the local Vail Valley high school team, I witnessed the positive effects that bikes have to offer a better life physically and mentally. In the current world, mental health, getting outside, and exploring the outdoors is more important than ever. When you introduce bikes to someone, that skill, passion, and exercise outlet is something that they can participate in for the rest of their lives. 

Please help me get more kids on bikes and change the lives of kids for the better!

 My goal is to raise $2,000 by May 1st! Anything helps, and thanks for your support!