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Ride for Tommy and Grace 2026!
Paul Mikkelson
Paul Mikkelson
OUR CYSTIC FIBROSIS FOUNDATION BIKE RIDE FUNDRAISER IS SATURDAY, JUNE 6, 2026. 🚲🚵🏼♀️🚵🏼♂️🚵🏼
As you may know, my wife Annie and I have two grandchildren, Tommy is 6 years old and Grace is 3 years old; both have cystic fibrosis. Our daughter Liz Lockwood, her husband Mark, Tommy and Grace live six houses from us, in Simsbury CT.
So, we’re asking for your help, to help us raise money for research, to assist Tommy & Grace, so they can breathe easier, today and tomorrow!
All monetary donations are encouraged, nothing too large or too small. Please go to: https://events.cff.org/CTCommunityEvents/Ride4TommyandGrace
Note – The Foundation has very low overhead expenses, so your money goes towards research and solutions, not salaries, and please note - a cure is within reach! You’re not donating to an perpetual black hole!
To help motivate everyone, I’m hosting a Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Bike Ride, Saturday, June 6, 2026, in Simsbury (3 routes below). Please join me if you can! Ride & Donate or just donate and show up!
I will only ask you once a year to contribute to CFF - 💲💰💸 YOU don’t have to ride to donate - - 😍
THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH! God Bless! 🙏🏼
Paul Mikkelson 11 Whitcomb Dr, Simsbury, CT. 06070
860-716-4455 mikbenefit@comcast.net
You can give a check (or cash) to me that day, or mail a check to me, payable to: Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, or click this link to donate now: https://events.cff.org/CTCommunityEvents/Ride4TommyandGrace
Our Ride Event Details:
3 Bike routes below – All are Invited: a road, hybrid, city, tandem or gravel bike will work 🚲😎
Parking: Park on Iron Horse Blvd which is parallel to Hopmeadow St. which is rt 10/202. Behind Bank of America, many parking options there.
Start at ENO MEMORIAL HALL, 754 Hopmeadow St, NORTH OF COFFEE SPOT, SOUTH OF THE POST OFFICE & STARBUCKS.
Depart 8am for the 64 miles, 9am for 47 miles, 10 am for 1 to 25 miles.
64-mile route - https://ridewithgps.com/routes/50626775 - 8am depart 4,304’
I’ll ride a little with each group – All will ride by their house!
47-mile Route - https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46355065 - 9am depart 2,762’
1 up to 25 Mile Route - https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46354924 - 10am depart 877’ *Ride 1, 5, 10 or 15 miles = up to you! JUST DO IT!!*
Recommended:
Any questions please contact me = Paul Mikkelson, mikbenefit@comcast.net, 860-716-4455. Thanks!!
What is cystic fibrosis (CF)?
Cystic fibrosis is a genetic condition, which means that it is something you are born with. Cystic fibrosis is known to cause your lungs to produce extra-thick, sticky mucus. This mucus builds up and clogs your airways.
Even before symptoms present, people with cystic fibrosis develop mucus that is thicker and stickier than normal.
Healthy lungs: The lungs naturally produce a thin layer of mucus that helps protect the airways from dangerous bacteria that can cause infections.
Lungs affected by CF: For people living with CF, the mucus in the lungs is thicker than normal. This thick mucus can build up in the airways, allowing germs to thrive and become a source of infection and inflammation. Inflammation is caused by your immune system’s response to something harmful, and inflammation can lead to decreased lung function.
NOTE - This event is not sponsored or authorized by any company, non-profit, family or individual. It's just a fun, raise some money for CF patients. You are on your own as far as support, etc. goes. No sag vehicles, no anything, and absolutely no insurance! Insurance is not included! In an emergency, obviously seek help and call 911 ASAP!
Your participation means you release everyone involved from all legal exposures and all civil exposures and ALL lawsuits!
As you may know, my wife Annie and I have two grandchildren, Tommy is 6 years old and Grace is 3 years old; both have cystic fibrosis. Our daughter Liz Lockwood, her husband Mark, Tommy and Grace live six houses from us, in Simsbury CT.
So, we’re asking for your help, to help us raise money for research, to assist Tommy & Grace, so they can breathe easier, today and tomorrow!
All monetary donations are encouraged, nothing too large or too small. Please go to: https://events.cff.org/CTCommunityEvents/Ride4TommyandGrace
Note – The Foundation has very low overhead expenses, so your money goes towards research and solutions, not salaries, and please note - a cure is within reach! You’re not donating to an perpetual black hole!
To help motivate everyone, I’m hosting a Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Bike Ride, Saturday, June 6, 2026, in Simsbury (3 routes below). Please join me if you can! Ride & Donate or just donate and show up!
I will only ask you once a year to contribute to CFF - 💲💰💸 YOU don’t have to ride to donate - - 😍
THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH! God Bless! 🙏🏼
Paul Mikkelson 11 Whitcomb Dr, Simsbury, CT. 06070
860-716-4455 mikbenefit@comcast.net
You can give a check (or cash) to me that day, or mail a check to me, payable to: Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, or click this link to donate now: https://events.cff.org/CTCommunityEvents/Ride4TommyandGrace
Our Ride Event Details:
3 Bike routes below – All are Invited: a road, hybrid, city, tandem or gravel bike will work 🚲😎
Parking: Park on Iron Horse Blvd which is parallel to Hopmeadow St. which is rt 10/202. Behind Bank of America, many parking options there.
Start at ENO MEMORIAL HALL, 754 Hopmeadow St, NORTH OF COFFEE SPOT, SOUTH OF THE POST OFFICE & STARBUCKS.
Depart 8am for the 64 miles, 9am for 47 miles, 10 am for 1 to 25 miles.
64-mile route - https://ridewithgps.com/routes/50626775 - 8am depart 4,304’
I’ll ride a little with each group – All will ride by their house!
47-mile Route - https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46355065 - 9am depart 2,762’
1 up to 25 Mile Route - https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46354924 - 10am depart 877’ *Ride 1, 5, 10 or 15 miles = up to you! JUST DO IT!!*
Recommended:
- Water, Snacks, Helmet, Sunglasses, and bike gloves. Front and rear lights are encouraged! Bright clothing helps! SAFETY FIRST!
- Have your bike ready to go, all checked out, w good and inflated tires, etc. Chain lubed (for no squeaks) -
- Contact Simsbury Bicycle Cellar (now) for rentals, Call 860-658-1311 ask for Sarad, mention me.
- We must obey all road rules!
- SIGN UP PLEASE, JUST EMAIL ME WITH WHAT YOU ARE DOING AND NUMBER OF GUESTS.
Any questions please contact me = Paul Mikkelson, mikbenefit@comcast.net, 860-716-4455. Thanks!!
What is cystic fibrosis (CF)?
Cystic fibrosis is a genetic condition, which means that it is something you are born with. Cystic fibrosis is known to cause your lungs to produce extra-thick, sticky mucus. This mucus builds up and clogs your airways.
Even before symptoms present, people with cystic fibrosis develop mucus that is thicker and stickier than normal.
Healthy lungs: The lungs naturally produce a thin layer of mucus that helps protect the airways from dangerous bacteria that can cause infections.
Lungs affected by CF: For people living with CF, the mucus in the lungs is thicker than normal. This thick mucus can build up in the airways, allowing germs to thrive and become a source of infection and inflammation. Inflammation is caused by your immune system’s response to something harmful, and inflammation can lead to decreased lung function.
NOTE - This event is not sponsored or authorized by any company, non-profit, family or individual. It's just a fun, raise some money for CF patients. You are on your own as far as support, etc. goes. No sag vehicles, no anything, and absolutely no insurance! Insurance is not included! In an emergency, obviously seek help and call 911 ASAP!
Your participation means you release everyone involved from all legal exposures and all civil exposures and ALL lawsuits!
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