Unicyclist ( Gracie Sorbello ) Rides Across Country for the Fight Against Cancer

[hudson]

Saw this article - thought everyone might enjoy it and encourage Gracie
along. Maybe we can try to join her for a day when she gets near our
cities. Oh, best wishes to every ones MOM - Hudson (330) 701-3922

_GRACIE_SORBELLO_WEBSITE_onewheelforlife.blogspot. com (\"http://onewheelforlife.blogspot.com/\")_

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Reported by Nicole Ferguson (nferguson at wect.com) of WECT-6
Wilmington

MAY 7, 2006 -- After graduation, many college students get new jobs, go
to graduate school, and take exciting trips. However, few college
graduates embark on an adventure like the one Gracie Sorbello is
taking. Sorbello, a graduate from Duke University, is taking the
adventure of a lifetime.

"It's pretty cool going through all the small towns in America,
especially when I get on the Transamerica route," said Sorbello.

Sorbello is no stranger to the pedal.

"Well I didn't have a car at school so if I'm not unicycling, I'm
biking," said Sorbello.

Just 40 miles into her adventure, Sorbello's hopes and spirits are
high. She averages about 10 miles an hour. The 22-year-old will travel
nearly 4,000 miles this summer.

From Wrightsville Beach to Pacific Beach, Washington, she will ride her
unicycle across America. She will only stop when she feels like
stopping, all the while raising money for the Leukemia and Lymphoma
Society. This is a challenge close to her heart.

"My uncle has multiple myeloma, a type of blood cancer. I can't do
anything to fix the situation but this is something I can do to raise
awareness," said Sorbello.

She says sometimes she gets strange looks, but she assumes the looks
are about interest and not annoyance. She says making the trip on a
unicycle is more fun than a bike.

When her trip is over, her fun won't end. Sorbello says she may go
surfing for a couple of weeks. Whatever Sorbello ends up doing, it
probably won't match up to this adventure of a lifetime.

To learn more about her fundraising efforts and to monitor her
progress, you can visit Sorbello's website at
'onewheelforlife.blogspot.com' (http://onewheelforlife.blogspot.com/)

Reported by Nicole Ferguson (nferguson at wect.com) of WECT-6
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[wadebrothers]

How cool to ride a coker across the U.S. Will you ride near Cleveland?


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[Jerrick]

If she ever gets near Spokane, Washington, im gonna try to ride with her
for a little =p


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[flyer]

Very cool. She should stop by Wallis Design and pick up a saddle for
herself, looks like she's going to need it ;)


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[kimaroo]

are you the same Gracie Sorbello on the us olymopic team and
allamerican? im proud of women like you :)


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[podzol]

http://www.usfieldhockey.com/teams/women/sorbello.htm

Looks like she might be an olympic field hockey player. Maybe she plays
uni hockey, too.

Does any one here know her?


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[UniBrier]

I just saw this story on our evening news. They mentioned she was doing
it barefoot. The pics in the news story linked above and a quote on her
site backs this up.

> I prefer to ride barefoot

That may be a first, cross country while barefoot.


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[Jerrick]

I wouldnt mind on plastic pedals, but on metal ones, no way.


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[kimaroo]

heard route was nc to nashville memphis kansas then transamerica bicycle
trail to washington beach. 70 to 80 days, 40 to 50 miles per day. if
like to give her some support, gracie's email is


has a woman ever done this before? YEAH !


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http://www.kirotv.com/video/9200470/index.html


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[LarsClausen]

4 years ago I unicycled through all 50 states ('www.onewheel.org'
(http://www.onewheel.org)). I rode for 6 months and the ride was
filled with highs and lows. But I had my family along driving our
sagwagon. I had handlebars to help me get through strong winds. And I
had a seat that was pretty comfortable, pretty much of the time.
Gracie's amazing! This is a gutsy trip she's on and I'm thrilled to be
following it.

All best wishes for the first 1,000 miles. After that it feels like
you were born on one wheel.

Lars Clausen.
Author - One Wheel - Many Spokes: USA by Unicycle
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and Straight Into Gay America: My Unicycle Journey for Equal Rights
'www.straightintogayamerica.com'
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[kimaroo]

just read Gracie's blog. she's on her way again. has anyone met her or
talked with her?

'BLOG - http://onewheelforlife.blogspot.com/'
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[gesbaby2005]

Hey, it's gracie. Greetings from Chattanooga, one block from Coker's
headquarters!

I just found this thread - Hudson, the guy who started it, informed me
about it and I'm thankful that he joined my effort to publicize this
trip, since I'm doing it to raise awareness and funds for the Leukemia
& Lymphoma Society (ok, ok, i'm doing cuz i LOVE to unicycle too ;) ).

Just to answer a few questions and to address comments in the order
they were written, I'm writing the following:

- the only Cleveland I'm passing through/near is Cleveland, Tennessee,
which I already passed.

- I'm going near Spokane, when I pass through Washington after breaking
off of the Transamerica bike route at its northern peak in Idaho. All
co-one-wheelers definitely welcome at that point. (in response to
"Jerrick"... I ride for Christ, fun, and challenges too)

- I've put together a makeshift air saddle, using parts of various
ideas, but mostly thanks to the input of the famous Lars Clausen.
(Thanks again, Lars!)

- I am the same Gracie Sorbello that's a field hockey player. Not on
the olympic team YET, but my name pops up with all the U.S. Field
Hockey stuff because I've been on several junior national teams and an
all-american, yadda yadda. the usfieldhockey.com link given in one of
the earlier posts is a real listing of me, but take note those are NOT
my glasses (I don't wear any, and it was a joke with one of my friends
because we didn't think we were actually going to make the team).

- I do prefer to ride barefoot. Not like many people notice because
they're focused on the one wheel thing, but yes, I like to feel the
pedals better and know my feet are not slipping. I use metal pedals
for increased durability on this trip and have no problem; I find
plastic ones more painful if their the type that have any sort of grip.
But then again, I've been told I have "Indian feet," because I do
everything barefoot, on one wheel or off.

- the route stated by "kimaroo" is correct, though I do hope to push my
mileage up to more like 50s and 60s daily. I did my longest day of 61
miles a couple of days ago. No problem.

- many firsts for this trip, I think. Please correct me if I'm wrong.
If/when I finish, I will be the youngest person I know of, the first
woman, and I don't know of anyone doing it barefoot, but I hadn't
really thought about that because I really go non-shod because I truly
ride better without shoes. I know people have done this journey
self-supported, but I'm carrying everything I need on my back as
opposed to handlebars, so that might be a first...

I'm excited to be out on road each day, sometimes so much joy I can't
handle it. I've completed 645 miles so far, so by the time I reach
Memphis, I should be almost to the 1,000-mile mark that Lars mentioned.
Hopefully no crazy four-wheel riders will wipe me out before then.
Never can tell.

One last thing: if you want to tell people about the ride and if you
want to ditch the "blogspot" for the simplicity of it,
"onewheelforlife.com" forwards directly to my blog. I find it easier
that way. Feel free to email me directly if you have any comments or
questions -

Take it easy, y'all.... but not too easy ;) ... and sorry for the
novel.


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[evil-nick]

I'm guessing you'll be able to go further every day. If I recall from
Patrick Thomas' ride, he was only rding in the 20 miles/day at first,
by the end I think he was up to 60+ (on a 24" ;))


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[johnfoss]

Best of luck and health for your entire ride, Gracie!


gesbaby2005 wrote:
> - I do prefer to ride barefoot. ...But then again, I've been told I
> have "Indian feet," because I do everything barefoot, on one wheel or
> off.


You may be the first US-crosser to do this. There was a guy from India
who rode across the country in 1984. He sent me a picture of himself
riding across India from a previous year, in which he was barefoot. I
inquired about that and he mentioned he'd be wearing shoes for his US
trip. His name was Dipak Shivaram Lele



> - If/when I finish, I will be the youngest person I know of, the first
> woman ... I know people have done this journey self-supported, but I'm
> carrying everything I need on my back as opposed to handlebars, so that
> might be a first...


Okay, it took me a while to find it in my old On One Wheel Newsletters
but I finally found a listing for Akira Matsushima, age 15, who rode a
57" wheel across the US in 1992. He's the youngest I know of. 57"
wheel? It had separate drive systems on each side, and pedals up above
the wheel axle. Akira was from Japan. Like many cross-country riders,
he unfortunately was not able to coordinate with big unicycling events
that might have been in his path. He passed through Chariton, IA, site
of the 1991 USA convention, but a year late. He actuallly passed
through Chariton during Unicon VI, which was in Quebec City, Canada (so
he missed meeting most of the organizers).

I notice Grace will be passing near Graceland (Memphis). If she's able
to coordinate that with NAUCC (Natioinal Unicycling Championships and
Convention), she'll be able to generate huge interest in her cause, and
probably a big chunk of donations. I hope the timing isn't impossible,
it might even be worth making a side trip back to Memphis!

You may be the only female to unicycle across the country. I can't
think of any at the moment, but I'm not sure.

Lastly, there is a reason you may be the first to do it self-supported
with only a backpack. Others who did it themselves mostly figured out
other ways to carry their gear. The backpack adds extra weight to your
crotch! But if you're not having a problem with that, this may be a
first for you as well!


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[sarah.miller]

Good on ya girl. I was (AFAIK) the 1st woman to unicycle across my
contry , England, back in 2000. But I had back up and shoes and did it
in 36 hours. Its a rather smaller country.
sarah


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[podzol]

Gracie:
Welcome to the fora!
I congratulate you on your progress so far. You're doing great! My one
question is why E to W? That's got to be harder into the wind!

I'm riding a modest tour later this summer and have been happy to note
your continued progress. All the best in the many miles to come.

Barefoot on metal pedals?! That's to be respected.

My dad's stage 4 lymphoma is in remission now, but I want to thank you,
personally, for applying your unicycling efforts to such a good cause.


All the best and please stop by the fora again. We're all rooting for
you!
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gesbaby2005 wrote:
> I know people have done this journey self-supported, but I'm carrying
> everything I need on my back as opposed to handlebars, so that might be
> a first...

Sorry, but that's been done, Patrick Thomas ('Pedal The Waves'
(http://www.pedalthewaves.org/)) went from San Fransisco (June 11) to
NYC (mid Sept) with just a unicycle and a backpack (no handle bars, 24"
unicycle that had to be replaced at least once). I was lucky enough to
be able to ride with him, for a little bit, just after NAUCC in Salt
Lake City.


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[Memphis Mud]

Gracie, contact us as you approach Memphis. We'll happily give you a
comfortable bed, good meals, news coverage, and an icepack.



Cell: 901-335-1127

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[siafirede]

I think that its great that she is doing this. If I were to unicycle
across America(which has crossed my mind before) I would do it for the
same charity. My mom recently got diagnosed with Leukemia and it
really is a devastating disease. I'll be donating some money to help
her reach her goal of $10,000.

Good luck! I'll be reading the blog.


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[gesbaby2005]

thanks to everyone for encouraging me with this... and also thanks very
much for clarifying some of the "firsts" that may be associated with
the completion of this journey. it's nice to have so much one-wheel
knowledge out there to provide information i'd never be able to find.
so, thanks everyone!

i'm in memphis right now and enjoying it. but according to my stomach,
i need some ice cream, so peace out y'all!

p.s. if you've never ridden through pouring rain in a thunderstorm
without putting on a rain coat, i recommend it. did that yesterday and
it was so liberating and put a huge smile on my face. thankfully, i
had waterproofed everything in my backpack!

onewheelforlife.com


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[Wheel Rider]

Monday, June 5, 2006 - Memphis, Tenn. - Tommy and Rody Thompson hosted a
backyard cookout at their mid-town Memphis home on behalf of the
Memphis Unicycle Club to honor Gracie Sorbello as she traveled through
Memphis on her quest to ride across the United States. Miss Sorbello is
riding across the USA on her 36-inch Coker unicycle in order to raise
money and awareness for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.

The approximately 30 attendees included Gracie’s mother, members of the
Memphis Unicycle Club and members of the Saint George’s Independent
School Unicycle Club. Riders ranging in age from 9-years to 53-years
enjoyed hotdogs and hamburgers hot off the fire of grill master Tommy
Thompson. Participants made this a memorable potluck meal by providing
numerous delectable delights such as a variety of chips with dips,
brownies, cut fresh fruit and corn-on-the-cob. The host and hostess
also provided icy cold canned beverages.

Young riders Marquise and Ronnie entertained the crowd with their
incredible unicycle skills and feats of daring. Many of the children,
some as young as 3 years, were entertained by a young black kitten
that wandered into the back yard. Visitors were awed and impressed by
Mr. Thompson’s personal collection of 11 unicycles.

Gracie inspired listeners with her captivating tails of the road and
her plans for traveling onward across the United States. Members of the
Memphis Unicycle Club provided advice about which bridge to use for
getting across the Mississippi River.

The setting was delightful with clear blue Southern skies, comfortably
cool temperatures under the Thompson’s backyard shade trees and a light
breeze to keep the mosquitoes away.

A good time was had by all.


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[podzol]

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[Tmornstar]

I just watched Gracie ride off from my house, heading west.

It was great to meet her and hear her stories that she has amassed so
far on this epic adventure. All of the MUCsters admire her spirit and
pluck and freely admit that we are all living vicariously through her
quest.

You go girl!

Tommy


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[Tmornstar]

I received this attached newspaper article and photo sent to my from an
East Tennessee MUCSters - Eddie Kemt - as Gracie had recently been in
his neck of the woods.

Tommy


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[Annaconda]

hi gracie - do you play unihockey? do you wanna play me?
i learned to ride at 5. i skinned my knee today. i just turned 6.
my mom and dad told me about you. we will pray for you. anna :p

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Recent news:

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[podzol]

Wow, she's making huge progress and her write ups are great.

Keep it up, Gracie!


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[Pantelis]

That is awesome, ive seen her in my lbs on a sign about that, she is
from my town to!! Thats sweet!! Im gonna ask my lbs when she is coming
back so i can ride with her!


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[Wheel Rider]

Gracie has made her way to Kansas (middle of the USA) on her 3,000 mile
trip across the United States.

Let me encourage everyone to support Gracie by making a donation to the

Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Her goal is $10,000 US and so far
donations are not even half that.

Everybody pitch in and donate a few dollars to fight cancer and support
Gracie.


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[Pantelis]

gesbaby2005 wrote:
> thanks to everyone for encouraging me with this... and also thanks very
> much for clarifying some of the "firsts" that may be associated with
> the completion of this journey. it's nice to have so much one-wheel
> knowledge out there to provide information i'd never be able to find.
> so, thanks everyone!
>
> i'm in memphis right now and enjoying it. but according to my stomach,
> i need some ice cream, so peace out y'all!
>
> p.s. if you've never ridden through pouring rain in a thunderstorm
> without putting on a rain coat, i recommend it. did that yesterday and
> it was so liberating and put a huge smile on my face. thankfully, i
> had waterproofed everything in my backpack!
>
> onewheelforlife.com






Hey Grace, im from your city Davis, California, too..when you get back
please pm me, me and 2 of my friends ride and would love too ride with
you!! Thanks!


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[Memphis Mud]

Gracie can see the Rockies:

http://onewheelforlife.blogspot.com/


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[aspenmike]

Gracie in the heart of the Rockies!

http://www.summitdaily.com/article/20060628/NEWS/106280057


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[steveyo]

aspenmike wrote:
> Gracie in the heart of the Rockies!
>
> http://www.summitdaily.com/article/20060628/NEWS/106280057


Mike, did you get a chance to ride with Gracie?


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[Wheel Rider]

Gracie has made it to Wyoming.

http://onewheelforlife.blogspot.com/

Don't forget to make a donation to support Gracie with her goal to
raise $10,000. So far, total donations are less than half her goal.


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[Wheel Rider]

Gracie has made it to the state of Washington. She is getting real close
to her geographic goal but her monetary goal is coming up very short.

Check out her website and make a donation. Come on, send a few bucks to
support her incredible feat!!


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[tomblackwood]

Wheel Rider wrote:
> Gracie has made it to the state of Washington, but her monetary goal is
> coming up very short. Check out her website and make a donation. Come
> on, send a few bucks to support her incredible feat!!


It was my great pleasure to make a donation last week that got her up
to 50% of her goal, and it looks like others have helped since then, as
she's now at 61%. I'd second Wheel Rider's ask...the action is more
important than the amount. One thing I'm learning in my fundraising
efforts for this year's MS-150 ride is that a lot of little donations
still add up and can really help the total. And for those of you too
young to have your own credit card, well, influence those in your
family that do. :) Parents can often benefit from tax deductible
charitable giving.

TB


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[tomblackwood]

bump


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[Wheel Rider]

Wheel Rider wrote:
> Gracie has made it to the state of Washington. She is getting real close
> to her geographic goal but her monetary goal is coming up very short.
>
> Check out her website and make a donation. Come on, send a few bucks to
> support her incredible feat!!


How about making a donation to support Gracie's incredible feet? Gracie
is riding across the USA in her bare feet. Your choice, feat or feet.


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[boo radley]

looks like the journey has ended. get those last donations in if you
care to.


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[forrestunifreak]

Hey, I missed this thread!


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Forrest Rowell, Mr Addict.
Money talks. Mine says goodbye. *'My
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[podzol]

http://onewheelforlife.blogspot.com/

Congratulations, Gracie!
Just an amazing journey.


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[bugman]

Congrats Gracie. Amazing feat/feet. Fantastic!


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[steveyo]

Amazing Grace. You rock!


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steveyo

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[harper]

steveyo wrote:
> Amazing Grace. You rock!



Clever. She sings spirituals, too. I wish I would have known when she
was going to be passing close by but I failed to find out. It would
have been cool to tag along for awhile. Or, lag along in my case.


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B L U E S H I F T

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[Tmornstar]

I spoke with Gracie today as she was driving her way from her unicycle
destination in western Washington to her home in California. She
completed her goal of riding across the country and her goal of raising
money and awareness for leukemia and lymphoma. Her website will still
allow you to make donations for this very worthy cause.

It was such a wonderful pleasure to meet her and to vicariously share
in her quests.

I am so proud to know this dynamic and successful young woman. She will
always be an inspiration to me and those who know her.

Tommy


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Memphis Unicycle Club
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