You go, girl!  I'm not a survivor, but have a blood disorder called MGUS that may develop into multiple myeloma over time.  I just finished participating in the Jim Calhoun Cancer Challenge Ride in Simsbury CT -- which raised money for Coaches Against Cancer, and the  Neag Cancer Center at UCONN Health Center, where I get tested.  At the event, I talked to a woman from the American Cancer Society who said there are 11 million cancer survivors like you in the US today!  I justy finished reading Lance Armstrong's book "Its Not About the Bike"  -  a great read!     

So, if you are riding in both the PDX and NYC areas, which coast do you live on?  PDX is a great area.

Rick 

Hi Gals,

I'm new to the bike after CONQUERING breast cancer that spread to my skin and bones.

I really needed to turn the corner and could hardly walk last February.  In lieu of walking/running, I hopped on my dusty old bike.  AND, I just finished biking my first marathon (Long Beach, CA).  The first few miles held a few tears of gratitude and the beginning of a renewed self-belief.  Ironically, I had no trouble physically - more mental and emotional.

I'm currently looking for a group to learn/ride with in LA.

Also, any help you can offer for "handle bar palsy" as I see the biking community calls it, would be helpful....in other words, I'm a beginner with a weak core that has caused some serious ulna nerve issues affecting my wrists.  I have shock absorbers on my handlebars, raised my bars as much as possible, wear padded gloves and move my position much more than before.  Any experience with this condition?  I want to get back on my bike and ride!

Thanks!