Wheels for the World
About this race
Virtual Charity Bike Ride
Ride a Bike | Save a Life | Change the World
In 2026, Save One Life is excited to launch Wheels for the World as our largest and most inclusive virtual ride yet, bringing together our global community to celebrate our 25th anniversary. This fully virtual event allows participants to ride on their own schedule and in their own space, whether in their neighborhood, at a fitness center, at home, or alongside fellow community members.
Participants can track their mileage while cycling in their local community, or riding independently. No matter where or how you ride, every mile counts toward our shared goal of making this our biggest virtual ride ever, with participants from at least 25 states.
Recognizing that many in our community are unable to ride a bike, we are expanding our definition of “wheels” to include multiple modes of transportation so that everyone can take part. This year, we are especially excited to introduce a cross-country motorcycle ride as part of the initiative, continuing to grow the reach and impact of Wheels for the World.
Proceeds from Wheels for the World support Save One Life’s mission, including helping provide transportation for children in our partner countries. Every mile fuels hope, directly supports children in need, and brings communities together. Whether you are riding with friends, participating virtually, or cheering from afar, your involvement makes a real and lasting difference.
How you can support:
2. Donate or Fundraise - All proceeds go toward life saving initiatives and direct support for those in need.
3. Join our Virtual Ride - No matter where you are, you can ride with purpose from anywhere in the world.
Together, we ride for more than just the miles — we ride to save lives!
This year's ride:
- Virtual Ride - April 17 - November 14
- Road Bike
- Mountain Bike
- Gravel Bike
- Stationary Bike
- Electric Bike
- Motorcycle
- Wheelchair
- All other wheels!
- Supporter
Fundraising Prizes
Register to receive a Bike Bag full of items to support your ride. Includes custom Wheels for the World shirt, socks, and more! Your registration automatically creates a fundraiser, where you have the change to win the following prizes:
$250 - Custom Wheels for the World Jersey
$500 - Handlebar Bag
$1000 - Custom Bike Jacket
$2000 - Garmin Watch
Top Fundraiser ($3000 fundraising minimum) - Your choice of electric, road, or mountain bike
The History
Wheels for the World is Save One Life's biggest annual fundraiser. Wheels for the World consists of many bike rides across the country to fundraise and bring awareness to Save One Life and the bleeding disorder community. The funds are used to support our mission and programs, which give direct financial assistance to people with bleeding disorders in developing countries. Our rides are a great opportunity to get outside, be active and connect with our community.
Wheels for the World debuted in 2012 when community member Barry Haarde rode his bicycle across the country to support Save One Life. Barry was inspired to give back to those living without the resources to manage their bleeding disorders. His first ride was a tremendous success and he would go on to ride a total of six cross-country rides in support of Save One Life, raising over $250,000 total. When Barry passed away suddenly in 2018, Save One Life wanted to honor his memory. This annual event recognizes Barry’s contribution to the bleeding disorder community and encourages healthy and active living.
Please email ariana@saveonelife.net with any questions.
Pick your distance
Running
Road Bike
Mountain Bike
Gravel Bike
Stationary Bike
Electric Bike
Motorcycle
Wheelchair
All Other Wheels!
Cycling
Cross-Country Ride
Save One Life is thrilled to announce Richard Williams as this year’s cross-country rider! Richard, a devoted father of sons diagnosed with hemophilia, has volunteered to ride his motorcycle across the country in honor of Barry Haarde and to carry on this meaningful tradition. This year’s journey will be a true “Portland to Portland” adventure, traveling from the West Coast to the East Coast by motorcycle. Because many in our community are unable to ride a bike, we are excited to expand Wheels for the World to include many types of transportation, making this initiative even more inclusive. Rich’s ride will take place in early fall, and we can’t wait to share more updates and ways you can follow along and cheer him on as he rides in support of our mission.
Typical race-day weather
Based on 6 years of Open-Meteo archive data for this event's race dates in Danvers, plus the 3 days either side.
The sun rises at 5:58 AM and sets at 7:27 PM local time (EDT) in Danvers on April 17, 2026 — 13h 29m of daylight.
Course
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2026 results — Wheels for the World
38 finishers across 6 distances · leading places in the Road Bike
| Place | Name | Time | Pace |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Evan Faucette | 84:55:00 | 3:41 /mi |
| 2 | Kevin VanCott | 37:03:00 | 3:42 /mi |
| 3 | Bryce Peterson | 32:06:34 | 3:13 /mi |
| 4 | Shonda Phillips | 30:12:29 | 3:34 /mi |
| 5 | Jim Erdmann | 33:15:40 | 4:17 /mi |
Every finisher is on the results page, filterable by distance, gender and age group.
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Find upcoming events by distance:
- Danvers Running Calendar 2026 5 races
Where this page comes from. Race details were last updated on . We re-check listings regularly and again in the week before race day.
- Entries, prices, waves and inclusions — the event's official registration page
- Temperature and humidity — Copernicus ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)
- Elevation and terrain relief — Copernicus DEM GLO-90, ESA (CC BY 4.0)
- Comparisons and counts — Race Discovery calendar, 5 Danvers events
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