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Reason for Riding
Wednesday 26th Mar 2025May 18th 2025 will be one year to the day that I and my family lost my dad, Kevin Bendel Sr., to esophageal cancer. He would've been 62 years old for this event. I will be riding an all original parts 1981 Suzuki GS750L. A motorcycle he bought when he was 19 and a machine of my dreams since I can remember. After years of looking at it in the garage due to broken carburetors, he and I were able to find OEM parts and get it running with only 4600 miles on the odometer. Finally after decades of waiting, I was able to buy the bike fully operational and pristine. This bike and participating in this event means a lot to me and I would appreciate any amount you could donate towards my ride in memory of my dad and other fathers that people have lost and mourn.
I'm Riding for Men's Health in The Distinguished Gentleman's Ride
Tuesday 25th Mar 2025 On Sunday the 18th of May 2025, I'm riding in The Distinguished Gentleman's Ride with fellow men and women across the globe to raise funds and awareness for prostate cancer and men's mental health on behalf of Movember. Men die on average 6 years earlier than women and for largely preventable reasons. The number of men that are suffering is growing, and we need to do something about that. So, before I press my tweed and polish my boots, I'm asking you to join me in raising funds and awareness for these causes by donating what you can for this meaningful cause and to help the men we love, live happier and healthier lives.
My Sponsors
Kevin Bendel
I love you, beast!
$208 USD
Elizabeth Pellegrino
We're so proud of you doing this awesome fundraiser - thank you! Best of luck on your ride on that beautiful bike- it looks great!
$208 USD
Anonymous
$156 USD
Steve Shattls
$104 USD
Tammy Betts
I'm so proud of you Drew, and I know you make your Dad proud everyday. He loved you so much 😢❣️
$104 USD
Lisa Bendel
So proud of you Drew! I'm sure Daddy is going to be with you on that ride :)
$104 USD
Josh And Kim Yaun
This is awesome, Drew. Your Dad would be proud. Love Josh and Kim
$104 USD
Janice Meich
Best of luck, Drew! So sorry for the loss of your dad. A beautiful way to honor him. Love you, Mrs Meich
$104 USD
Drew Bendel
$104 USD
Anthony And Melanie Marino
We love you, Drew! Be careful. Praying you'll feel your dad's presence and protection with you as you ride.
$104 USD
Lauren & Kelly Vanderbeck
So proud of you, Drew! You know your Dad will be watching over you throughout the entire ride. We love you!
$104 USD
Susan Galante-sacco
SO PROUD OF YOU, DREW. Love, Susan
$104 USD
Jules Silberberg
$62 USD
Helen & Zach
Good Luck Drew!
$62 USD
Caroline Munoz
Best of luck!
$52 USD
Jennifer Kelber
So proud of you that you are doing this! Have fun!
$52 USD
Kendra DeBree
Proud to support such a worthy cause!! Go get 'em, cuz! And be safe out there ❤️
$52 USD
Billy Harasymow
Good luck Drew
$52 USD
Stu Segal
Drew, I donate in memory of your father and in gratitude for your memorial ride. Thank you brother… Stu Segal, Ride Host Metuchen DGR
$50 USD
Drew Bendel
$36 USD
Judy Sharpe
Good luck!
$26 USD
Laura Carlson
$26 USD
Tommy Andes
Thanks for riding for a great cause. Keep rocking that stache.
$26 USD
Samantha Mundy
❤️ you pal!
$21 USD
Mickey Eberhardt
$21 USD
Anonymous
$21 USD
Dante Balassone
$21 USD
Ricky Linda Fitzgerald
May God Bless You Love you
$21 USD
Jackie Garrison
$21 USD
The Rembish’s ♥️
$21 USD
Ben Bremmer
$18 USD
Trina Tesoriero
Good Luck and have fun!