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 On August 30th and 31st, 2024, Five Amateur Cyclists will attempt to be the First Americans to Conquer the 198 Mile/2 Day Sierra Madre Challenge Starting in Durango, Mexico at 6,200 ft. going over the Devil’s Backbone at 9,600 ft. and into Mazatlan, Mexico to be a Beacon of Hope in the Battle Against Addiction.

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About Us

Break The Cycle

Ride 4 Life is a nationally recognized 501(c)3 non-profit organization that stands as a beacon of hope in the battle against drug and alcohol addiction. With an unwavering commitment to the well-being of individuals grappling with substance abuse, Ride 4 Life strives to provide invaluable assistance to both men and women seeking recovery. The organization's primary mission is to facilitate access to 100% free treatment programs.

Our Purpose

Ride for Recovery

At the core of Ride 4 Life's initiatives is a dedication to breaking down barriers to treatment, ensuring that financial constraints do not impede those in need from accessing the critical support required for recovery. Through strategic partnerships with treatment centers, healthcare providers, and other stakeholders, Ride 4 Life has successfully created a network that extends a lifeline to individuals seeking a path towards sobriety. By championing the cause of addiction recovery, the organization plays a pivotal role in promoting mental and physical well-being, fostering a healthier and more resilient society.

THE RIDE

The Ride 4 Life team will cycle over 198 miles/320 kilometers in two days over the mountains of the Sierra Madres in Durango and Sinaloa, Mexico. The average elevation of the ride is 6,000 ft. and peaks up to 9,000 feet above sea level beginning in Durango, Mexico and ends in Mazatlan. “La Ruta” also known as the “Sierra-Pacific Challenge” is known as one of the most challenging endurance events in the world.

Ride 4 Life operates with transparency,  accountability, and a spirit of service.

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the Money Goes:

100% of Your Donations Support the Facilities.

Merch Sales Support the Riders to Cover Cost of the Challenge.

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Ride 4 Life Envisions

A World Where Compassion Triumphs Over Addiction

Our non-profit charity is dedicated to providing free treatment, empowering individuals, and creating communities where recovery flourishes with hope and resilience.

Our Mission

Combat Addiction

Ride 4 Life is driven by a steadfast mission to combat the scourge of drug and alcohol addiction by providing compassionate and accessible support to men and women in need.

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Access to Support

We are committed to removing obstacles to treatment by establishing partnerships with treatment centers and healthcare providers, ensuring that every individual, regardless of financial constraints has access to support.

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Commitment to Care

Our non-profit charity operates with a commitment to transparency, accountability, and empathy, recognizing the profound impact addiction has on individuals and society.

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Our Team

We pedal passionately to   raise awareness, offer   support resources, and provide   a safe space for those beginning their   recovery journey towards new horizons.

John Stippick

Project Leader & Rider

John has been in recovery for over 30 years and strives to "give back" to those in need. Driven by a passion to help others, John leads the Ride 4 Life Team toward an unprecedented challenge that inspires and challenges everyone to make a difference.

Braden Salat

Ride 4 Life Cyclist

Braden is one of our newer cyclist and our youngest rider. His enthusiasm for recovery and his determination to help others is making a huge difference in his training and preparation.

Maria Herrera Ruiz

Team Secretary & Rider

Maria, a dual citizen of both the United States and Mexico, has completed the Sierra Madre Challenge 8 times. Additionally, Maria believes that when you can help others, it is time to rise up and support those in need.
Jeff Brown

Jeff Brown

Team Logistical Support

Jeff Brown is a cyclist, professor, dog owner, and car restoration specialist. With a diverse set of talents, Jeff brings a spirit of enthusiasm and determination to complete "La Ruta". (Plus, all the riders get free Spanish lessons, too!)

Matt Haynes

Team Leader & Rider

With over nine years of recovery experience, Matt is an avid supporter for projects and services that contribute to those in need of support. Matt recently began cycling and is taking on this project not only as a personal challenge but as an opportunity to help those in need.
Randy Ashley, Support Staff

Randy Ashley

Team Event Mgr.

Randy Ashley ensures that all community events are planned, prepped, and supported. Randy gives generously of his time and energy to support the cyclists.
Kalley Haynes, Ride 4 Life

Kalley Hartman

Cyclist and Team Advocate

Kalley Hartman is new cyclist with a spirit of adventure and determination. Kalley brings a sincere devotion to helping others. Kalley is also a therapist in the substance abuse field for over 7 years.

Kory Finnel

Head of Sponsorships

Kory Finnel heads up our Corporate Sponsorships division and ensures that all riders get to the Sierra Madre Challenge. His devotion to helping others is a blessing!

What We Do

Ride4Life fosters hope and healing, offering comprehensive support in the battle against addiction.

Free Addiction Resources

One-of-a kind Inspiring Events

Community Support

Community Fundraising

Who We Ride For

We collaborate with dedicated organizations providing vital support and care for those we serve, amplifying the impact of our shared mission. 100% of Donated Money goes straight to your charity of choice.

Ashland House Woman's Shelter

Ashland House

The purpose of the Ashland Home is to provide a safe and caring environment for women to get sober with dignity and build a foundation for recovery. We strive to be a model for alcoholic women to get and stay sober and lead happy productive lives, where they are reunited with their families, involved in their communities and giving back what was given to them.

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Brother Benno's

Brother Benno’s serves homeless neighbors, working poor and seniors in North County San Diego by providing meals, basic needs, community outreach and addiction recovery services. The Brother Benno Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that is qualified to receive tax-deductible donations.

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Charle Street

‘Charle Street’ is a short-term residential facility providing caring support, room, board, toiletries and clothing for up to twenty-one recovering alcoholics. It is the only facility of its kind in Orange County that offers this scope of assistance free of charge to the men it serves. ‘Charle Street’ is managed by an all-volunteer committee of sober, kind and devoted men. The majority of these Committeemen are former residents; now active and productive members of the community they gratefully give back to.

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First Step House

To help indigent and all alcoholic men make a new beginning in sobriety.
At the First Step House we are a group of volunteers committed to providing a new beginning in sobriety for indigent and all alcoholic men.
Providing a safe, supportive home for men who have nowhere else to go.

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The Share.TV Team

The Share TV Foundation, a recovery centric foundation and media company in association with Digital Distro, a film and music production company has generously agreed to work with the Ride for Life and produce a documentary which epitomizes the spirit of adventure, contribution, and determination. Talks are already underway with prominent distributors for an early sale to Netflix, Paramount, or Apple TV.
Here's our Imdb Listing: https://rb.gy/sm9f8i
Director

Barry Caldwell

Barry L. Caldwell is a director and producer, known for Emancipation (2022), Beautiful Boy (2018) and The Lincoln Lawyer (2022), and Queen of the South (2016-2021)

Asst. Director

Joseph Villa

Joe Villa leads United Entertainment Hong Kong LTD in Asia and founder of Movie Click LTD. Joe’s impact extends globally with Latino Entertainment and Baby Rock Entertainment displaying his expertise as Camelot Group Entertainment’s CEO.

Cinematographer

Tim Long

Tim began filming and acting in 2005 and became a full time cinematographer in 2017. Tim’s passion has been to create and film an outdoor adventure documentary so for him Ride 4 Life embodies the opportunity to use all of his skills and passions on the Ride 4 Life Project.

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