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Welcome to Andy's Pan Mass Challenge page! The traditional PMC is a two day, 192 mile bicycling fundraising event, extending from the middle of the state to the tip of Cape Cod (amongst other routes). The PMC benefits the Jimmy Fund of Boston's Dana Farber Cancer Institute - one of the best cancer research and treatment centers in the world. DFCI has excelled in treating children's cancer. The Jimmy Fund was established in 1948. Since 1980, the PMC has raised $1.05 BILLION for cancer research and treatment at Dana Farber.
I have been riding the PMC since 1991. Nowadays, I do a remote PMC, somewhere in California. For stories, facts and figures, be sure to check out the FAQ and Story Time tabs.
2021 was a hard year, riding in memory of my mom who lost her battle with lung cancer in December, 2020. The ride story,
Miles For Mom, can by found by following that link.
For 2024, I did 2 rides in memory of my good friend Chris Spear, who passed away suddenly in March, 2024. The PMC crossed into Billion territory. The story about the 2024 rides, entitled CBS, can be found following that link.
2025 was 100% in honor of my wife Beth who was working her way through treatment for breast cancer during the summer, autumn, and into the winter. She completed treatment in mid-December, and is looking forward to a complete recovery, as well as a few well-earned vacations. My awesome sponsors helped me raise just under $24,500, a new personal best, crushing my goal. The PMC raised $78 million, a new record. The ride story, entitled Lemons, can be found following that link.
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12/11, Beth crossed the goal line, completing her radiation treatment! A bell-ringing ceremony with a certificate made it official
10/17, Updated the website a bit: added a photo gallery and improved thermometer!
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Goal: $20000
