From July 22 to July 29, 2023, 276 cyclists embarked on the journey of a lifetime across New York State. Together, they raised $2 million for cancer research at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center. That’s a new fundraising record for the Empire State Ride, since the event began back in 2014.
Watch the 2023 Wrap Video!
The Journey
During the 500+ mile adventure, starting in New York City and ending in Niagara Falls, riders passed through 76 villages, towns and cities. They conquered countless obstacles, from heat and hills to storms and distance.
Riders came from 26 states (including Alaska) and the U.S. Virgin Islands with one common goal. They created unique bonds by sharing their stories and their why for taking part in #ESR23.
Every night, through evening programming, Empire State Ride road warriors learned more about the mission to end cancer and how their fundraising dollars are being put to work right now.
Want to revisit some of the best moments from your weeklong adventure? Check out the Empire State Ride Flickr album, with photos from each day.
“This week was one of the most challenging and rewarding experiences I’ve ever had … I rode for my dad, and seeing him and my family at the finish line made all the struggles so worthwhile. I made amazing friends and got to see so much of this incredible state.”
“That's why I really wanted to do this ride, because I wanted to do something monumental that says, ‘I got cancer, and it's not going to stop me.’ It hasn't stopped me."
“Empire State Ride means coming together once a year with a family that will continue to grow and that will raise what we need to raise to keep more research going … I encourage everybody to do at least one day of the Empire State Ride. One day can change your life.”
Join the Adventure
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We look forward to seeing you on the road next summer for the 10th anniversary ride.
