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TJ Minde @tjmindewrites.bsky.social · 26/07/2026

With the bike on the rack, it's time to go home. All the miles have been gotten for the event and the rat is tired. Still, while what I did was hard, I know fighting cancer is harder. And what I did, I did for them. And I'm looking forward to doing it again next year.

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TJ Minde @tjmindewrites.bsky.social · 26/07/2026

That hill was hard. But fighting cancer is harder. So I'll keep doing what I can on behalf of those that can't. With the last rest stop under my belt, it's time to finish the ride.

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TJ Minde @tjmindewrites.bsky.social · 26/07/2026

Got about 25 miles left and one killer hill left. The excitement for the finish line is in the air. Let's get these miles.

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TJ Minde @tjmindewrites.bsky.social · 26/07/2026

One of the neat things of doing an event like this: you get to see parts of Ohio you don't normally see. Lunch today is in Morrow, OH. How often do you get to see something like this while raising money for a great cause?

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TJ Minde @tjmindewrites.bsky.social · 26/07/2026

Doing hard things for those that can't. I challenged myself to hit a sub-15 minute split over 5 miles and got that chirp. Feeling good and tired over 27 miles in.

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TJ Minde @tjmindewrites.bsky.social · 26/07/2026

Unlike the other days, every rider is wearing the same jersey regardless of team. It really gives a bigger sense of unity in what we're doing: riding miles and fighting cancer.

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TJ Minde @tjmindewrites.bsky.social · 26/07/2026

And for the last time this year, away we go.

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TJ Minde @tjmindewrites.bsky.social · 26/07/2026

It's the dawn of the last day. Today is about 77 miles, a gentle descent all day and one mean climb. And all the miles are to help those fighting cancer. The Pan Ohio Hope Ride reached their goal of $1 million dollars raised for the CLE Hope Lodge, but can we get more before the day is done?

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TJ Minde @tjmindewrites.bsky.social · 25/07/2026

After over 85 miles, today ends at my alma mater. It's really interesting being back here and seeing all the changes. And there's a special presentation tonight. Looking forward to some rest after.

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TJ Minde @tjmindewrites.bsky.social · 25/07/2026

Just before the last rest stop of the day is Yellow Springs Brewery. After those hellish rolling hills, I think I deserve a treat.

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TJ Minde @tjmindewrites.bsky.social · 25/07/2026

Sitting here as I finished lunch and the exhaustion is starting to catch up to me. But I'll push on for those that can't. Trying my best to ride EFM this year. You know what might help? A donation showing your support (link in reply)!

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TJ Minde @tjmindewrites.bsky.social · 25/07/2026

The benefit of a supported ride: all the snacks and the helpful, cheery volunteers. They make riding 329 miles so much easier.

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TJ Minde @tjmindewrites.bsky.social · 25/07/2026

The OSU James Cancer Hospital is one of the sponsors of the Pan Ohio Hope Ride this year. They were also kind enough to host the first Water Stop today. Kinda neat riding near a campus big enough to have its own zip code.

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TJ Minde @tjmindewrites.bsky.social · 25/07/2026

After two days of 90+ miles on a bike, getting up is hard. But fighting cancer is harder. So. I'll keep going for those that can't. Now to get ready for an 80+ mile day.

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TJ Minde @tjmindewrites.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

After 100 miles and so much climbing, the day is done. Time to relax.

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TJ Minde @tjmindewrites.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Something I've learned doing endurance events here in Ohio is that pickle juice as an electrolyte drink is freaking amazing. I don't know why it works so well, but it does. This event has been kind enough to provide some as well.

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TJ Minde @tjmindewrites.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

One of my favorite things about bike fundraisers is that you never know what you'll see. And 65 miles in give another interesting view.

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TJ Minde @tjmindewrites.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Just over 50 miles in And now it's time for lunch. First half kicked my tail today, but I'm hoping that means the hardest is behind me.

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TJ Minde @tjmindewrites.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

38.1 miles in. And after a challenging section for those that can't, time for a well earned break.

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TJ Minde @tjmindewrites.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

First set of hills have been tackled. The Amish in Holmes County help raise extra money for the trails by selling extra snacks. Supporting cancer treatment and bike trails!

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TJ Minde @tjmindewrites.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Fighting cancer can be really hard. Because of that, I'm going to attempt the challenge course today. 98 miles with one hell of a climb is in my future. But first: bike tech.

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TJ Minde @tjmindewrites.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

And done for the day. Second longest ride of 2026. Started off flat and easy, and ended with lots of climbing. This was fun, but very tiring. But, like cancer treatment, you have your ups and downs, your good day mix with the bad. I'm still proud of myself. Now to rest and get ready for tomorrow

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TJ Minde @tjmindewrites.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

I keep thinking of some small things the event doesn't have, like bike parking. But that reminds me again of why we ride: to raise money for the Hope Lodge and give families one less worry while going through cancer treatment. Would bike racks help that cause? No. So on the ground she goes.

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TJ Minde @tjmindewrites.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

I'm 34.32 miles in to the day. Weather has been amazing and first climb was nice. Here's hope to more of that today!

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TJ Minde @tjmindewrites.bsky.social · 05/04/2026

Got my drinks together. Now to see if I can get some editing in before the cooking needs to happen.

A 16 oz mug of tea, a 12 oz can of Lime essenced sparking water and over 24 oz of regular water in a Mason jar

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TJ Minde @tjmindewrites.bsky.social · 07/06/2025

The AIDS/LifeCycle has been a dear part of my life for the last 15 years. Now, for one final time, I mount my bike for the last day of the Ride. I'm gonna be all up in my feels today. Heh.

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TJ Minde @tjmindewrites.bsky.social · 04/01/2025

Try to find beauty wherever and whenever you are.

Twilight sky over a strip mall. The moon and early stars can be seen.

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TJ Minde @tjmindewrites.bsky.social · 02/01/2025

Since moving to Ohio, I've picked up some... Interesting traditions. Here's to a year of good luck and we'll begin.

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