Comments on: Make it Happen Monday: B Strong

By: Bethel Strong

Bethel Strong — Tue, 29 May 2012 13:58:00 +0000

Mark, that is one place I want to visit before I pass on. It’s on my bucket list. If and when I get there, I will for sure look up and so we can ride and tour the Tennis Center. Meeting Rod Laver and Ken Rosewall would really be cool. Until then, keep the rubber side down.

By: Mark Beaconsfield

Mark Beaconsfield — Tue, 29 May 2012 05:54:00 +0000

A great piece and a true inspiration. Bethel, I do hope you can make it down under one day, so we can meet in person and take that bike tour of Melbourne including a stop at Rod Laver arena that I have mentioned before. A bike, two strong legs and one big smile. Thats the key to health and happiness.

By: Darryl is Loving the Bike

Darryl is Loving the Bike — Tue, 29 May 2012 01:32:00 +0000

Bethel, you continue to amaze me. Thanks for the beautiful comments and for being a true friend. Yes, we do have one of those incredible connections and I’m also looking forward to the next time we meet up.

By: Darryl is Loving the Bike

Darryl is Loving the Bike — Tue, 29 May 2012 01:31:00 +0000

Take good care of my buddy, Bethel while you ride the rockies. Man, you guys are going to have a great time and do some amazing riding, but I know the best part of it all will be the true bond you’ll form together on the road.

By: Bethel Strong

Bethel Strong — Tue, 29 May 2012 01:14:00 +0000

Amanda, I can tell you just how much I appreciate Darryl taking the time and interest in my life story. We all have struggles, just very few people take the time to actually listen. A TRUE FRIEND LISTENS (Darryl). You know you have a Amazing Husband and a father to your 3 kids. Darryl and I just seem to click. When we first met he came up and gave me a BIG hug. Right there I knew he was a good man. I feel bad that my asthma acted up during our ride. But, such is life. It was kinda embarassing at the time. I always feel like I can keep up, reguardless of my age. He is a cycling machine, but he laid back and made me fit in. He rode to my level. I can’t wait until we ride again and we will.

By: Bethel G. Strong

Bethel G. Strong — Tue, 29 May 2012 01:07:00 +0000

Thanks Eric, I try to stay upbeat most of the time, but my love for cycling, well, if some tells me I can’t do something. I will give it my best.

By: Bethel Strong

Bethel Strong — Tue, 29 May 2012 01:05:00 +0000

Martha, I appreciate it. I found that I really have been able to inspire others to ride. Maybe it’s because I love it so much.

By: Bethel Strong

Bethel Strong — Tue, 29 May 2012 01:04:00 +0000

Thank You, Yes, true. My doctor was very surprised with the big changes in all my stats.

By: Bethel Strong

Bethel Strong — Tue, 29 May 2012 01:03:00 +0000

Joel, My doctor’s have always said that I should live in Colorado due to me having asthma. That the cool dry temps would make me feel better. I guess we/I will see first hand. It was very kind for Darryl to mention me on Memorial Day. Anyone who ever gets a chance to meet Darryl and his family, should do so.

By: Joel Phillips

Joel Phillips — Mon, 28 May 2012 17:58:00 +0000

I am personally attached to this story as Bethel is my riding partner in this years RIde The Rockies. I knew he had asthma, but didn’t realize the extent of the struggles he endured. I want everyone to realize what this ride means. Betel is coming from just over 500ft altitude to a starting point of over 7,500ft above sea level. He will be riding over 5 mountain passes taking him to over 12,000ft above sea level. When it’s all said and done, he will have climbed over 25,000ft!!! Bethel has re-defined the word Strong for me and I am indeed honored to be riding with such a champion.