This is the motorcycle I'll be aboard for the Cannonball. Her name is Sudie.
In South Africa, I gave riding camels a try. I'll be the first to tell you that it is nothing like riding a motorcycle, that's for sure.
This is a picture of my son, Chris, and me motorcycling in South Africa in 1999.
This is the motorcycle I'll be aboard for the Cannonball. Her name is Sudie.
Thank you for visiting my page! My name is Dottie Mattern, and I am rider #43 in the upcoming Motorcycle Cannonball Endurance Run III. I am a colon cancer survivor and wish to tell my story of overcoming cancer while continuing to venture out and experience the wonders of life. I have several interests, including antique motorcycle collecting. Feel free to navigate my page to learn more about myself and how to donate to the "Ride Dottie, Ride" campaign.
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Why give to Antique Motorcycle Foundation?
The Antique Motorcycle Foundation's mission is to share the story of antique motorcycling with the public and to create awareness, understanding and an appreciation for two- and three-wheeled transportation and its contribution to history and technological development. In order to fulfill its mission, AMF wishes to sustain future museum exhibits, educational grants, leadership conferences, and research and publishing.
For more information visit the AMF website.
Why give to Colon Cancer Alliance?
Colon cancer is the second leading cause of death for men and women in the United States. Colon Cancer Alliance's mission is to knock colon cancer out of the top three cancer killers. CCA strives to fulfill its mission by championing prevention, funding cutting-edge research and providing the highest quality of patient support services.
For more information visit the CCA website.
Mission
The "Ride Dottie, Ride" campaign hopes to raise $70,000 in donations to give to the Colon Cancer Alliance and Antique Motorcycle Foundation. Dottie Mattern is a colon cancer survivor and antique motorcycle enthusiast who wishes to give to these organizations to support their future mission fulfillments. Dottie will travel across the United States aboard a 1936 Indian Scout competing against several contestants in the Motorycle Cannonball Endurance Run III, and hopes to collect donations along her journey. To support this campaign, please click the donate link.
