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Pop quiz!The Journey of Hope teams have pedaled through hundreds of cities and countless landscapes this summer. Can you...
08/12/2026

Pop quiz!

The Journey of Hope teams have pedaled through hundreds of cities and countless landscapes this summer. Can you name the state featured in these photos?

Take your best guess, then swipe to the last slide to see if you were right.

Journey of Hope TransAmerica 2026: Day 64-67The team cycled through Virginia, going to Charlottesville, where they had a...
08/12/2026

Journey of Hope TransAmerica 2026: Day 64-67

The team cycled through Virginia, going to Charlottesville, where they had a friendship visit with the Arc of Piedmont, their final friendship visit of the trip. They continued onto Front Royal going over Shenandoah, then finally into Leesburg, where they were hosted by The Building People.

Finally on day 67 the cyclists rode their final miles, starting from Leesburg, they cycled to D.C. where they were received on the capital lawn by friends and family. After over two mints and 4500 miles, these gentlemen achieved something very few ever achieve, and raised over $500,000 for an amazing cause. All 24 cyclists and crew made it safely to their final destination with memories and friendships that will last a lifetime.

📷: Matt

Who doesn’t love back-to-back arrival posts? The Gear Up New York team has officially made it to the Big Apple!After 560...
08/10/2026

Who doesn’t love back-to-back arrival posts? The Gear Up New York team has officially made it to the Big Apple!

After 560 miles and 10 days on the road, these Pi Kappa Phi men have crossed New York from Niagara Falls to New York City, building connections, championing inclusion for people with disabilities and putting perseverance and leadership into action.

The challenge was demanding, but a shared purpose and commitment to service before self carried them through every mile. As Gear Up New York comes to a close, we’re proud of what these men accomplished and excited to see how this momentum continues until we hit the streets of New York again next year.

From the coast to coast, the Journey of Hope teams have made it to Washington, D.C. after more than 8,000 combined miles...
08/09/2026

From the coast to coast, the Journey of Hope teams have made it to Washington, D.C. after more than 8,000 combined miles on the road.

Fifty-one Pi Kappa Phi men started their summers with one goal: to carry out the mission of The Ability Experience by cycling across America, building relationships and championing the abilities of people with disabilities along the way. Together, the TransAmerica and North teams raised nearly $570,000 in support of that mission.

But the impact of Journey of Hope goes far beyond the miles. Every Friendship Visit, conversation, smile and community along the way created connections that can last a lifetime.

These men have lived out the values of Pi Kappa Phi every mile of the journey and shown what servant leadership looks like in action. The ride may be over, but the friendships built, lives touched and memories made will carry far beyond this summer of service!

OH → PA → MDTwo more days until Washington, D.C. The road has narrowed to its final stretch, and the North Route wouldn’...
08/06/2026

OH → PA → MD

Two more days until Washington, D.C. The road has narrowed to its final stretch, and the North Route wouldn’t trade a single mile of it.

From Ohio’s flatlands to a trail ride with Always B Smiling in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and into Maryland’s home stretch. Every state line crossed is a mile closer to the Capitol, and closer to why this ride exists in the first place.

Striking poses all across the country. The men of Journey of Hope really know how to wow the crowd. With hundreds of mil...
08/05/2026

Striking poses all across the country. The men of Journey of Hope really know how to wow the crowd. With hundreds of miles ridden and thousands of smiles shared, these heroes deserve their time in the spotlight. Even while traveling through new places, there's always time to stop, strike a pose and flex for the camera! 📸💪

Journey of Hope TransAmerica 2026: Day 60-63The Cyclists rode to New Castle, VA, this being their thirteenth and final s...
08/04/2026

Journey of Hope TransAmerica 2026: Day 60-63

The Cyclists rode to New Castle, VA, this being their thirteenth and final state before Arrival in D.C.

Here they stayed at the Easter Seals camp PORT Health, where they had a friendship visit.

The next day they rode to Roanoke, where they received a warm welcome from Xi chapter alumni and brothers.

They had a friendship visit with the Down Syndrome Association of Roanoke, and the next day had a programming day with a friendship visit with Masterpiece Alliance.

They are in the last week of the trip, but still fundraising! Be sure to check their pages out.

📷: Matt

Four states, countless memories. Trek’s factory gave us a look behind the scenes in Wisconsin. Chicago brought a water b...
08/02/2026

Four states, countless memories. Trek’s factory gave us a look behind the scenes in Wisconsin. Chicago brought a water balloon showdown we won’t forget. Michigan delivered good roads and good people. Toledo turned up the fun with a dance party, karaoke, and ice cream. The North Route keeps delivering. 🚴‍♂️🤝

The Gear Up New York team is ready to take on the Empire State. 🗽Today, nearly 40 cyclists and crew members begin an 11-...
08/01/2026

The Gear Up New York team is ready to take on the Empire State. 🗽

Today, nearly 40 cyclists and crew members begin an 11-day journey across New York to advance The Ability Experience's vision of a more inclusive world. Along the way, they'll ride hundreds of miles, build meaningful friendships and connect with communities through Friendship Visits that celebrate the abilities of people.

Follow along as we share every mile, every stop and every unforgettable moment on the road to New York City!

Journey of Hope TransAmerica 2026: Day 56-59The cyclists left Lexington for Morehead, KY, where they had a friendship vi...
08/01/2026

Journey of Hope TransAmerica 2026: Day 56-59

The cyclists left Lexington for Morehead, KY, where they had a friendship visit with Horizon Village.

The next day they biked 80 miles to Huntington, WV, entering their twelfth state, and had a friendship visit with Mountain State Centers for Independent Living.

They then headed to Charleston for an arrival at Children’s Therapy Clinic, and finally to Beckley, for another friendship visit with Mountain State Centers for Independent Living.

📷: Matt

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