Team Tony Foundation's Cycle of Life event culminates at Lakewood Ranch Main Street

Bicycle riders participated in a 200-mile trek across the state.

  • By Amanda Sebastiano
  • | 5:00 p.m. October 4, 2015
  • East County
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Bicycle riders of all ages and expertise didn't let rain, wind or 200 miles disrupt their view of the finish line.

The Team Tony Foundation hosted its sixth annual Cycle of Life event Oct. 2 through Oct. 4. Hundreds of participants rode from Ormond Beach to Lakewood Ranch — a 200-mile stretch. The first day, riders cycled 108 miles to Clermont. The second leg of their trip started at 7 a.m. when the first group of riders started the haul back to East County, where a party hosted by PGT Industries awaited them.

Family and friends of participants snapped photos on their smart phones and waved banners for their loved ones as they crossed the finish line at Lakewood Ranch Main Street.

Proceeds from the event benefited the Team Tony Foundation, an organization dedicated to providing resources to individuals diagnosed with cancer. Organizers aimed to raise $150,000.

"There was wicked wind, and some rain," first-time event participant Shanna Pentico said. "A few people crashed on the way here, because of the weather. But we made it, and I had a lot of fun."

 

Hundreds of riders arrive on bicycles to a finishing party a Lakewood Ranch Main Street.
Hundreds of riders arrive on bicycles to a finishing party a Lakewood Ranch Main Street.
Robert Fenderson and Ben Hanan relax after a lengthy bike ride.
Robert Fenderson and Ben Hanan relax after a lengthy bike ride.
The Holmen family — Mason, Erik and Myles — support event participants from the sidelines.
The Holmen family — Mason, Erik and Myles — support event participants from the sidelines.
Jeff Jackson crosses the finish line.
Jeff Jackson crosses the finish line.
Bob Kilcullen (center) is greeted by his wife, Sharon, and sister, Linda at the finish line.
Bob Kilcullen (center) is greeted by his wife, Sharon, and sister, Linda at the finish line.
Riders participated in a 200-mile trek from Ormond Beach to Lakewood Ranch.
Riders participated in a 200-mile trek from Ormond Beach to Lakewood Ranch.
Elena Mase and Michael Belle greet Jeff Mase after his return from a two-day trip.
Elena Mase and Michael Belle greet Jeff Mase after his return from a two-day trip.
Cody Moss cycles toward his family, who is waiting for him on Main Street.
Cody Moss cycles toward his family, who is waiting for him on Main Street.
Scott Neary is proud of his trek across the state.
Scott Neary is proud of his trek across the state.
Jodi Novak enjoyed the ride and may participate next year.
Jodi Novak enjoyed the ride and may participate next year.
Although it rained and it was windy throughout the ride, Shanna Pentico said she had a great time.
Although it rained and it was windy throughout the ride, Shanna Pentico said she had a great time.
Eric Ressel cheers at the end of the bike ride.
Eric Ressel cheers at the end of the bike ride.
Friends and bike riders Sam Stern and Bob Kilcullen pose for a photo opp. after a long two-day ride.
Friends and bike riders Sam Stern and Bob Kilcullen pose for a photo opp. after a long two-day ride.
Wendy Abner leads a group of riders sown Main Street.
Wendy Abner leads a group of riders sown Main Street.
Edgardo
Edgardo "E" Aponte loves bike riding.
Yaniris Avellanet is greeted by her friend Craig Prather.
Yaniris Avellanet is greeted by her friend Craig Prather.
Carlos Borge, Gregory Arnott and Gary Rogers exchange stories while sipping on cold refreshments after the event.
Carlos Borge, Gregory Arnott and Gary Rogers exchange stories while sipping on cold refreshments after the event.

 

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