Senator Strahorn Congratulates Phil Nagle for Completing Record-Breaking Bicycle Ride

COLUMBUS – Today, Senator Fred Strahorn (D-Dayton) congratulates Phil Nagle for his bicycle trip through the United States. Mr. Nagle broke the world record for fastest bicycle ride through all of the 48 contiguous U.S. States. His trip was in honor of his uncle, Alvin Nagle, and all of the proceeds surrounding it benefited the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. So far, $8,000 have been raised, and efforts continue.

“What an outstanding achievement for such an outstanding young man,” said Senator Strahorn. “Phil Nagle’s trip is an inspiration to us all.”

Phil’s uncle, Alvin Nagle, died of leukemia at the age of 16. Alvin was known for being extremely athletic, so Phil decided to do something athletic to commemorate his life and bring awareness to this terrible disease.

Mr. Nagle set out from Tipp City on Monday, July 20, to cross 48 states in 48 days and to raise $48,000 for the Lymphoma and Leukemia Society. He did not quite make the ride in 48 days but he still set a world record and he continues making considerable progress raising money to fight leukemia.

“This summer Phil did a very selfless thing to help others dealing with a debilitating disease in honor of his late uncle, Alvin. It says a lot about his exceptional character and I was proud to meet him and to be able to recognize him for his achievement,” said Senator Strahorn.

Stats from Phil Nagle’s trip across the lower 48 States:
- Total distance: 8,180 miles
- Total riding time: 56 days, 10 hours
- Total time on bike: 650 hours
- Total calories burnt: 530,000 calories
- Total tires used: 8 tires
- Crashed once, while turning to avoid hitting a dog
- Total ascent: 230,000+ feet
- Bike used: 2009 Felt Z25