crashed around 100 miles. still going but it’s much slower now. the road rash made the nurse gasp. is that good?
I always say at the end of the Agony Ride I will never do this again. Well this is the 4th year in a row I will be riding my bike in the Agony Ride. The experience of the Agony Ride is hard to put into words. Seeing all of the Ranch staff, volunteers, sponsors and young adults all working together to is more than enough motivation to keep on pedaling. Seeing the young adults who have come to the ranch for various reasons watch as riders and saggers—the real heroes—ride and sag countless hours, realizing that all of this is being done for them, is amazing to see. I look forward once again to getting on the bike with other riders, spending time with people who were strangers four years ago, and now considering them friends. We’ll use the talents God has given us to show Christ’s love to the students of the Ranch and anyone else who may be watching.
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Don’t break the bank, Dad and Mom
Ted: No Promises
I am awestruck by what you have been able to accomplish physically and continue to achieve. I am living my endurance life vicariously through you! We're praying for you, Austin, and all of the other riders! Keep going! Allen
Ted: I better see some good messages from you good sir.
We think you have 350 in you. Go Faster.
Ted: I feel the love.
Thank you for raising money for this great cause!
Ted: Thanks for the support Debbie!
You got this!
Ted: New phone. Who dis?
Ted: Thank you for the support Larry!
We're behind you, Ted!! Ride like the wind! At least like the Wyoming wind! Thanks for riding!!
Ted: I hope to have Wyoming wind at my back at all times! 😂
Make it past 300 miles and I’ll add an unknown lump sum. Make it past 350 and it will be even more.
Ted: why are you the way that you are?
This is such an incredible challenge. Can't wait to see how many miles you rack up. Kudos!
Ted: Thank you for the support Shannon! Now I have to make sure to get some pictures to you.
Why not 375? :)
Ted: Haha that is a great question. Time will tell. 😂
Good luck Ted!!!
Ted: Thank you Michael! This kinda goes against the whole NJ vibe you have. 😂
Good luck Ted!
Ted: Thank you Amy! I really appreciate your support!
Ted: Wow no message. Nancy would’ve ☺️
Wishing you the best as you participate, Ted.
Ted: Thanks for the support Carrie!
Don’t mess this up.
Ted: I will do my best to not mess up. Please accept my sincere apologies for my rude comments at the end of the ride. I’m not myself in those moments.
Hit 350 this year. It’s time 😆
Ted: How about I Try to Find the courage to get Up to 350
Ted. Good for you! Am looking forward to watching you fly around all those miles. When I take the energy to get out of bed to check if you are still moving, don’t let me down! Love you and your big heart, Your Favorite Aunt Becky
Ted: I could fly faster if your middle son would let me draft behind his moterized bike. He is still unwilling to help me in that area.
Good talk cap, see ya out there ad.
Ted: This is why you don’t ride a bike…. E. I. E. I. S.
Well, time to prove you are better at riding a bike than my 21 month old!
Ted: Does this mean you and your 21 month old will be there to ride too? 😜
Ted: Thank you both! I’m expecting interesting messages please.
You should have just stuck to trumpet playing. It's far less painful.
Ted: you’re not wrong
Great job Ted. Very impressed of your tenacity in the midst of adversity. Remember Austin is still ahead of you.
As promised, lump sum for making it to 300 even with a little road rash. Proud of what you did and have done.
I guess you didn’t embarrass us too bad.
Ted: I blame the helmet…
Wow! 200 miles after a CRASH. Mighty impressive. May you heal fast and the pain be divinely removed quickly. Proud of your commitment to this cause and perseverance!
Ted: thank you!
See! That wasn't so bad
Ted: you’re annoying
You did such a great job!
Ted: I fell. that’s a bad job
Well done sir. No shame in 200 miles post crash!
Ted: I told Nate you had all the excuses again.
300! You did amazing! Way to finish!!
Ted: and crashed. not amazing
300!!!!!! You beat my personal record ;) Absolutely incredible! Under 15 min left!!!!! Wowzers
Ted: what’s your record
Good job! So sorry about the battle scars! Wear them well! Proud to be in your camp!
Ted: I’d rather hide them well 😂
Great ride, Ted! So proud of your extraordinary work!!
Ted: thank you!
Great job Ted!!!!!!!
Ted: thanks!
300. Incredible!
Ted: and a crash. not smart
300. That's pretty good
Ted: is a crash like burning the top of your mouth? one mile everyone knows the rules
God n you got this
Ted: ♥️
You have one more leg in you!!! Do it!
Ted: did I do the one more leg?
Just under an hour left! The end is SO CLOSE! Amazing work! Keep it up!
Ted: the longest hour ever.
Keep going Ted! Keep going! You are going to break 300 hundred and then some! 200+ miles post road rash-a solid accomplishment.
Ted: 300 sounds like a good place to start.
Keep pushing! 300 is insight even with a crash 👏🏻
Ted: nailed it
You’re so close!! Keep pushing through the pain! You got this!!! One foot in front of the other…. Or is that one foot around the other?? Just don’t crash again! You’re almost to 300!!! Wha?!!!
Ted: one foot around the other. I didn’t crash again. lucky me
Proud of you! Pray for me Aunt Nancy is driving. 😳 (She’s actually doing quite well.)
Ted: mom??? this is your son smh
Just keep riding! Just keep riding!
Ted: swimming*
You got 300 for sure! You can do it!
Ted: nope. not unless you reveal yourself
Please be careful and don’t push yourself too hard! You’ve already done an incredible job. Love you so much.
Ted: hush up.
One o'clock has come at my house-so only a little longer!! Just keep moving! You have 300+ for sure.
Ted: haha I actually have these thoughts about people i know in time zones.
Amazing job! Keep it up. Praying for you all!
Ted: thank you!
3.5 hours to go! Keep up the good work. Praying for God’s strength as you pedal toward the finish.
Ted: thank you!
Just keep peddling, just keep peddling, just keep peddling. The brakes on the bike go squeak squeak squeak…
Ted: go away
Impressive! Proud of you!
Ted: thank you!
You've traveled the distance into Oregon! 4 hours left
Ted: from?
"Do you know why we fall? So we can get back up again" Great work. Scapes and bruises should heal up...eventually.
Ted: is this a 3x5 card from Grandpa?
This is a song that gets on everybody's nerves Everybody's nerves Everybody's nerves This is a song that gets on everybody's nerves And this is how it goes This is a song that gets on everybody's nerves Everybody's nerves Everybody's nerves This is a song that gets on everybody's nerves And this is how it goes
Ted: go away
Gaining some miles I see!! Impressive! Not much behind the leaders! And with a crash........ impressive indeed. Way too go!!
Ted: I’m not catching them. 1< 3
Proud of you for getting back on your bike. Stay strong. I love you!
Ted: stay on the bike. advice I needed earlier
Good job surviving the night! Don't stop even though you're hurting!
Ted: pain pills for the win
Little road rash didn’t hurt anyone. Keep going! Time get tough just remember it’s for His glory and not ours
Ted: seriously go away
If I started LOTR extended edition right now, I wouldn't be finished with the Two Towers before you were done! #Perspective
Ted: why are you the way that you are.
Still pushing hard, you can do it! Praying for you. Impressive that you're continuing despite the crash.
Ted: impressive or dumb 🤔
Im so proud of you ❤️. Keep going! Sending so many prayers.
Ted: new phone who dis
The legs on the bike go push push pull, push push pull (cramp) push push pull!
Ted: you
Sorry to hear about your crash, but impressed your continuing to do well. Let me know when you’re heading to the Tour de France and we’ll come watch you and cheer you on!
Ted: never. those guys are nuts
They say time goes by so fast you should savor every moment. I don't think that's a strategy you should utilize
Ted: dear admins. how do I block this guy
Hey Ted. Have you seen that guy on the motorcycle? Did he sleep any last night? You are doing so well that I better get to filling out job applications so that I can pay my pledge!
Ted: haha he stopped by and checked on me several times. it’s the most I’ve seen him.
It is pretty impressive that you are only a lap behind the pack with a crash like that. You can catch em!
Ted: I’m just trying to stay on the bike now.
Crashing??? No good! I think you missed the memo that is not allowed! Praying for you! You're doing amazing AND that's with a crash! Night hours are almost behind you. You've got this!
Ted: yeah I missed that memo
🎼🎶🎵🎤 the……….. sun’ll come up, tomorrow! Bet your bottom dollar that tomorrow…… they’ll be SUN!!!!!! 🎶🎵 So just stick up your chin and grin, and saaaaaaaaaAAAYYYYYYYY……. Tomorrow! Tomorrow! I love ya tomorrow!!! You’re only a very short time awaaaaaaaay!!!!!!”🎵🎶🎵🎶 Sun’s a coming!!!!
Ted: go away sun and take your wind with you.
Sorry to hear about your crash. I guess that is why this is called the Agony Ride and not Tiptoe Through the Tulips Ride! If it were easy, everyone would do it but you, because you love a challenge. Keep pushing and stay strong. You have a huge team cheering you on every mile.
Ted: Santa clause
The sun is on its way, I told it to hurry over to you!
Ted: no! it brings wind and heat!
Wait?! You crashed?? I’m sitting in a hotel room with sleeping kiddos, so I can’t look at Marco Polo. But what??!! You’re a beast!!! Be careful! I’m praying!!! The sun is up here, it’s coming your way. (Don’t tell anyone, but you’re amazing!) oh yeah, and don’t embarrass us.
Ted: screenshot and sharing
The wheels on the bike go round and round….
Ted: Allen would be proud
Praying for you! Way to catchup post crash.
Ted: I had some great medical attention that got me back in a good space
Still going strong even with a slow down. Make sure you keep your eyes open and don’t hit pot holes. Too bad your crash wasn’t like the mega ones on the Tour de France. Have Michael pick you up on his make and take you for a couple laps
Ted: I tried. he doesn’t listen to me
The darkest hour is often just before dawn-hang in there and keep going!
Ted: that’s actually my fav part. cold and no wind.
Are you okay after your crash? Praying
Ted: go back to sleep mom
May each and every student know and believe God’s personal love for them as they watch you ride!
Ted: Yes!
Early morning prayers for you. Hoping you're feeling good -- or at least ok.
Ted: thank you!
Fun fact: if we went one-on-one right now, I would win.
Ted: you’re like a little brother. annoying
Yikes! You are incredible, Ted. Hope you get a good scar so you can get more gasps... get some attention mileage out of the deal. 😀 Keep pedaling. Praying for you!
WOW! Still going STRONG after a crash! You amaze me. May the Lord be your strength and heal you!
Ted: amen
Ted, please be nice to yourself! So sorry about the wreck. Praying for you!
Ted: meh haha
Praying for you!
Ted: ty
Praying for you!
Ted: ty
Praying for you as you head into the tough middle of the night especially after your crash! Hang in there!
Ted: yeah that wasn’t fun. I hurt lol
Praying for you! Especially in these coming hours.
Ted: Ty. need it
"May the Lord bless you from Zion, He who made heaven and earth. " Ps134:3. He who made heaven and earth can give you strength! Keep it up. You're going great. Praying for you!
Ted: ty
Praying for you!
Ted: ty
132!!! You’re doing incredible!!!! So so proud of you! Your changing lives one mile at a time. I love you.
Ted: I hurt.
Go Ted! Keep cranking.
Ted: let me ride in the car
You are doing great! I am so proud of you!!!
Ted: great at hurting
Well, only a few more hours to go. Feel free to slow down a little. Don’t know if I can afford this if you don’t.
Ted: I crashed so I’ve slowed way down
Pro Tip: Watch out for the guy on the motorcycle in the middle of the night.
Ted: hmmm
Great start, Ted!! Don’t be weary in well doing; you and a lot of students will reap if you don’t give up. We’re praying for you! P.S. Peter says to tell you, “Dadada aa yeah oh.”
Ted: hahaha ty
One mile at a time, everybody knows the rules
Ted: ok prez
Looks like you are on track to collect a lot of our money! Great job so far! Will be checking on you later like in the middle of the night!
Ted: tired
Cool coming! Peddle on!
Ted: hot bad cool good
I love you! I’m praying for you!
Ted: zzzzz
Nice work! Doing great!!
Ted: ty
Why is uncle Ted so smelly and slow?
Ted: rude
Okay, you win this time, but next year......
Ted: lol
Good job Ted! Keep going strong!
Ted: ty
You’re doing awesome! I’m so glad you’ve stuck to this and even got to spend time with your dad and brother which makes it even better! Just don’t let your dad out due you :) Check in when you can 🤗
Ted: I hurt
I drove from IN to NY yesterday and my butt was really sore. If I can do it, you can do it. Also, if you don't hit your goal, UK sucks.
Ted: WI sucks
You need to ditch those stickers - they are weighing you down and holding you back!
Ted: who is this
Goooooo Ted GO!!! You’re doing incredible! If you’re feeling worn out…just remember things could always be worse! You could be hugging me 😂😬.
Ted: no
Ted, you are so fast I couldn’t even catch you on the motorcycle. GO GO GO 🚴
Ted: Michael you’re not funny
If you stop, you'll disappoint me
Ted: what about crash
Way too go!!!!
Ted: yay
Behind you all the way!! Praying!
Ted: thank you
Go go go! You’ve got this!
Ted: do I?
Don't forget to pee periodically. Have a great ride!
Ted: check
I’m so proud of you even though you’re a snot face. You’re going to do great! Love you.
Ted: k
Go Ted! Don’t embarrass us.
Ted: too late
4 rides, 959 miles ridden, $13,062.13 raised
2023: 337 miles, $4,888.08 raised
2022: 342 miles, $4,803.05 raised
2021: 280 miles, $3,371.00 raised