Over the next few weeks, leading up to RIDETZ, we are going to be introducing the 11 wonderful, enthusiastic, and excited riders, who will be taking off on June 16th! This way, you can learn about the riders before they leave, and then you can follow them through their journey on the blog as we
Over the next few weeks, leading up to RIDETZ, we are going to be introducing the 11 wonderful, enthusiastic, and excited riders, who will be taking off on June 16th! This way, you can learn about the riders before they leave, and then you can follow them through their journey on the blog as we
Do you love the idea of RIDETZ, but know you’re not the bike riding type? We have the perfect way for you to feel a part of the crew that will travel 400 miles from Mt. Kilimanjaro to the Indian Ocean this June. We select one TFFT scholar to participate in each epic RIDETZ journey. This is
Somehow now, a week later, RIDETZ already feels like a distant memory. Most of the riders have returned to their loved ones in the States, and I am sitting here in Tanzania trying to put something into words that feels impossible. In fact, I don’t think I’ll ever be able to say all that I
(Whoops! No power, we tried to post this a few days earlier.) We’re past the midway hump, fully exhausted while also a tad energized after a much needed sleep in today! Up here in the Usambara Mountains we’re seeing some of the most breathtaking views Tanzania has to offer. Yesterday, after a 25 mile morning
The riders started arriving in Arusha last Tuesday before the Saturday AM kickoff. The days before the ride are filled with visits to TFFT's Partner Schools and Partner Orphanages so that the riders have the opportunity to see TFFT's mission in action. These days were emotionally charged as the riders soaked up day-to-day life in
We're just finishing day 4 of our 10 day journey, 400 miles from Mount Kilimanjaro to the Indian Ocean. There has been laughter, cheers, extraordinary sites, plenty of spills and an eye opening introduction to the reality of life here in Tanzania. We're camped out under a cell tower just now, attempting to send you
Having one of our scholarship students along for RIDETZ is a very special aspect of the RIDETZ experience. The student's presence adds a very meaningful dynamic to the trip, as it gives the riders an opportunity to connect with someone who embodies what TFFT is all about: empowering young individuals to reach their full potential.
After much anticipation RIDETZ is upon us! All the riders have arrived safely; we had our orientation meeting and welcome dinner tonight, and everything will officially kick off TOMORROW! The past weeks have been a whirlwind of excited chaos as we all worked around the clock to make sure we had all our ducks in
By Kaitlin Rogers and Denise McFadden, RIDETZ Rider I had the pleasure of meeting Denise in 2010 when she tackled RIDETZ for the first time. Denise is now back for seconds. This either says something about how amazing RIDETZ is or how crazy Denise is ... take your pick :) Either way, we are lucky