“For 15 years, the Pelotonia community has fueled leading-edge cancer research across every major type of cancer and at every stage of patient care from screening and early diagnosis through treatment and into survivorship.” said Joe Apgar, president of Pelotonia. “The community’s exceptional fundraising efforts this year demonstrate Pelotonia’s unwavering support of innovative and life-saving cancer research that is the driving force behind incredible advancements in patient outcomes.”

• Celebrated the naming and opening of the new Pelotonia Research Center in honor of the community’s commitment,
• Revamped Ride Weekend to feature all-new routes including returns to fan-favorite communities and roads from years past,
• Commemorated Opening Ceremony with Emmy award-winning, multi-platinum artist Andy Grammer, who has a personal connection to Pelotonia’s One Goal after losing his mother to breast cancer,
• Expanded its event lineup with a new Gravel Day event taking place on a picture-perfect early fall day in Nelsonville, Ohio

“The funds raised by the Pelotonia community are crucial momentum builders in the work to advance cancer research,” said Raphael Pollock, MD, PhD, director of The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center. “Many researchers come to Ohio State because of Pelotonia funding. The investment Pelotonia makes in their ideas catapults early efforts into larger, federal grants that grow the scope and impact of research to ultimately improve patient outcomes and save lives.”

“We are awed by the determination and impact the Pelotonia community continues to make, especially in our 15thyear. Gravel Day is an exciting way to extend the Pelotonia experience to new participants and engage the existing community in a new event,” said Joe Apgar, president of Pelotonia. “The community’s fundraising efforts have been incredibly transformational for the future of cancer research, screening and early diagnosis, and Gravel Day is one more way to drive progress toward our One Goal.”

“I’ve been gravel riding for 11 years, and helping to design this year’s course with Pelotonia has been an incredible opportunity to bring together a world-class fundraising experience with a new, exhilarating style of riding,” said Eric Tippett, 15-year Pelotonia participant and Gravel Day Rider. “The courses are challenging — and fun — in all the best ways while showcasing Ohio’s ridgetops and vistas in ways Pelotonia Riders have never seen before. I’m beyond thrilled to help grow Pelotonia’s community and impact with Gravel Day.”

“The Pelotonia community continues to make a remarkable impact on the world of cancer research, screening and early diagnosis,” said Joe Apgar, president of Pelotonia.

“As we move into our 15th Ride Weekend — a momentous milestone for a grassroots organization — we’re eager to bring the community together for another incredible year of transformational impact.”

“The funds raised by the Pelotonia community go directly to innovative cancer research and are crucial in driving continued breakthroughs in cancer care, research and treatment for patients in Central Ohio and beyond,” said Raphael Pollock, MD, PhD, director of The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center – Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute.

“Pelotonia dollars support critical efforts including work underway at the Pelotonia Institute of Immuno-Oncology. Immuno-oncology is quickly becoming a fourth standard form of cancer care, in addition to surgery, radiation and chemotherapy, and vital to bringing specialized treatment to each individual’s unique cancer diagnosis.”

“The Pelotonia community is so grateful for the funding partners that support our mission to accelerate cancer research,” said Joe Apgar, Pelotonia president. “Because of partners like M/I Homes, Diamond Hill and Pharmavite, 100 percent of funds raised by participants are furthering impressive strides at the OSUCCC – James in cancer detection, prevention and treatment that will one day result in a world that is cancer free.”

“The name of the Pelotonia Research Center recognizes this partnership. With their grassroots movement as inspiration, this facility will help unleash the potential of all of our researchers to find bold solutions to the biggest health challenges of our time,” said Hiroyuki Fujita, chair of the Board of Trustees.

“Ohio State researchers working here will find new ways to look at cancer, heart disease, mental illness, aging and more. And instead of addressing different aspects of these challenges in different places across campus, the facility will allow them to physically come together in one place.”

“As a cancer survivor myself, I am personally grateful to be a part of the Pelotonia community. I’m consistently amazed by how far cancer research has advanced since our first Ride in 2009,” said Joe Apgar, president of Pelotonia.

“Because of our important work, there will be cancer survivors riding in Pelotonia this year that may have had a completely different outcome 15 years ago. That’s why we continue to do what we do — and we’re eager to continue growing support for innovative cancer research that will save lives locally, regionally, and around the world.”

“With 100 percent of every participant-raised dollar going directly to fighting cancer, Pelotonia has been critical to supporting breakthrough ideas from some of the brightest cancer researchers in the world, bringing us all closer to a future that’s cancer free,” said Dr. Raphael Pollock, director of The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center.

“One example of Pelotonia’s impact is how pathology – the examination of tissue samples to help doctors diagnose cancer – has advanced. With Pelotonia funding, we have brought a digital pathology program to Ohio State that impacts patients far beyond Columbus, Ohio. This technology allows pathologists to analyze computerized, 3D images of tissue and pair them with clinical information to enable faster and more accurate diagnoses. This ensures physicians can match patients with the best treatments for their specific cancer. And because this technology allows our highly specialized team to do consults remotely, the impact of this program reaches well beyond central Ohio.”