Posts from ‘November, 2008’

The Bicycle Kitchen story

I was helped out today by Jimmy Lizama, the creator of the now non-profit advocate and shop called the Bicycle Kitchen.  I’ve decided that they are such an impressive and admirable organization that I want to do my best to contribute and give back.  So right now I’m working out the details with the org.  [...]

Map #1 California, Arizona, W. New Mexico

Heres the route I’ll be taking through the first 3 states.  Know anyone along the way? PLEASE let me know so we can connect!

Cranksgiving.. a major breakthrough

I went to Cranksgiving last night, a charity started by messengers in NYC that wanted to give back to those in need.  Awesome energy.. All i can say is that I am more motivated now than ever before.  I started off feeling somewhat bashful about my trip, but nearly everyone that i approached reacted to [...]

Video #2- Training Day!

Newly improved and edited by my new cinematographer Albert Vazquez!

Massage-athon this Saturday

The biggest and bestest fundraiser for this trip yet!
MASSAGE-ATHON: Saturday November 29th
How can you help me get across the country? Well, I’ve decided to put my hands to work and use my God-given talents as a massage therapist to raise money to support the trip.  This Saturday, November 29th I’m having a Massage-athon and will [...]

Training run to San Diego

I completed my first major ride of my life yesterday.  My first Century and then some, 115 miles in total from downtown LA to  San Diego (well actually about 20 miles north of downtown SD). Our group was 15 in total that started out, and we ended up with 11 riding Amtrak back from the [...]

Join the Movement!

On the evening of December 2 2008, Ryan Bowen will embark on an epic ride across the country, starting in Los Angeles, California, arriving January 20th in the nation’s capital at the Inauguration of Barack Obama. Pedaling for PROGRESS and cycling for CHANGE, Bowen will document the American people’s experience through photographic and film documentation. [...]

Equipment Needs

Here’s a list of the equipment needs I have that you can support: If you can support financially or have any of the following items, I’d appreciate it so much!
Here’s a good way of looking at my upcoming costs for a 45 Day Bike Across America 
$20 donation will feed me for 2 days
$50 donation will [...]

Who is Ryan?

As an undergraduate student leader Ryan served the Occidental College community in a myriad of ways. He coordinated and implemented innovative programs concerning multiculturalism, and consciousness within the community. Ryan was elected the second Black President of the Associated Student’s and served his term documenting the history of multiculturalism on campus.
Ryan admires Barack Obama, relating [...]

Biking for Obama!

Welcome to the official Biking for Obama website! We’re glad you could accompany us on this journey of hope.