06/07/2026
The New England Parkinson’s Ride didn’t exactly start in a fancy corporate office. It started with a classic "fine, we’ll do it ourselves" moment. 🚲
When Chris Woods was diagnosed with Parkinson’s at just 41, his parents, Edna and Bob, went looking for a New England-based ride to support The Michael J. Fox Foundation. They searched high and low, but found… zero. Zip. Nada.
So, being the motivated parents they are, they decided to build their own. What began as a small group of 35 determined riders in 2008 has grown into a massive family of thousands, all riding toward one goal: a cure.
The best part? 100% of every rider-raised dollar goes directly to MJFF for research. That’s been the rule since Day 1, and it’s not changing.
We’re still here, still riding, and still fueled by that same "can-do" spirit Edna and Bob started with. Whether you’re riding 10 miles or 100, you’re part of the Woods family legacy now!
Ready to ride with us this year? Head over to our site to register.