A man smiling while sitting on a red recumbent trike at the top of a hill, surrounded by fall foliage. He is wearing a helmet, sunglasses, and athletic clothing. The landscape behind him shows vibrant autumn colors with a mix of trees and a clear sky in the distance.

1,455 Miles and Counting: Jack’s Trike Donation Powers Future Adventures

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Back in August, we had the joy of riding with Jack and his mom, Monica, from Moving Forward 4 Ataxia on a stretch along the East Coast Greenway portion of their 1,455-mile bike ride from Maine to Ohio! They embarked on this ride to raise awareness for Ataxia and advocate for accessible bike trails, all while raising funds to purchase trikes for others.

A group of cyclists riding on a road. In the foreground, a tandem bike with two riders, both wearing bright neon yellow shirts and helmets, is visible. Behind them, two individuals are riding recumbent trikes, smiling as they move forward. The background features trees, buildings, and street signs, under a cloudy sky.

Jack was diagnosed with Spinocerebellar Ataxia at 22—a progressive neurodegenerative condition that affects coordination and balance. His perspective? “I don’t know why I got this, but worrying about it won’t change anything. Maybe I can help someone else who is also struggling.”

He discovered freedom on a recumbent trike. What started as a few laps around the park quickly turned into 100-mile rides! Jack’s all about heart and grit, and his tattoo says it best: “Ataxia struggles with me.” This guy doesn’t back down, and he’s on a mission to empower others with Ataxia to discover their own sense of freedom.

Fast forward to October: after conquering their ride, Jack generously donate the very trike he used to Waypoint Adventure! But before saying goodbye to his wheels, Jack joined us for a last hurrah—conquering the climbs of Mt. Wachusett. The uphills were tough, but the apple cider donuts at the summit? Totally worth it!

A group of cyclists at the summit of Mt. Wachusett, posing next to a wooden sign that reads "Wachusett Summit 2006 ft." Two individuals are seated on recumbent trikes, while two others stand with their bicycles. Waypoint Program Director Steve is raising a fist in celebration. The background shows other people enjoying the summit on a clear, sunny day, with a bright blue sky and autumn trees.

A huge thank you to Jack and Monica from Moving Forward 4 Ataxia for your generosity and spirit. We can’t wait to keep the adventure going with your Catrike recumbent trike on future Waypoint programs!

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  • Waypoint Co-Founder, Dan, Waypoint Program Director, Steve, and Jack standing together, smiling for a photo next to a red recumbent trike in a gravel parking lot. They are all wearing athletic clothing, and Dan and Steve are wearing matching navy blue shirts with a "W" logo. The background features colorful autumn trees, a parked RV, and a clear blue sky.
  • Jack and Waypoint Adventure ride recumbent trikes and bikes along the scenic path up Mt. Wachusett, surrounded by vibrant fall foliage.
  • A group of five cyclists posing together in an open parking lot with vibrant fall foliage in the background. Three individuals are seated on recumbent trikes, while two others are standing with upright bicycles. They are all wearing helmets and cycling gear, and the colorful autumn trees provide a beautiful backdrop under a clear blue sky.
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By donating to Waypoint Adventure, you become a catalyst for change, helping us energize individuals with disabilities to overcome obstacles and invite life-altering opportunities. Contact your company’s social responsibility team to follow their donation guidelines and start maximizing your impact today. Take action now and be a part of this extraordinary adventure!

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Should your company be on this list too? Please email our Director of Development, Raeann Whalen!