Meet The Returning Rider # 1073 Chris Ferguson

What's up everyone, I'm Biff. I'm a barber from Northeast PA where I live with my wife and our 2 boys. I've been riding for about dozen years or so and enjoy long trips, having traveled cross country several times.

 

 

I first heard of the Hoka Hey Motorcycle Challenge while doing research for my first long distance ride. I was intrigued from the start. After following along for several rides, I was lucky enough to be accepted as a participant for the 2022 Kiksuya ride. For a multitude of reasons I did not complete the challenge. Due to financial responsibilities and work obligations, I was unable to take part in the 2024 ride. I am looking forward to using what I learned on the 2022 ride, along with improvements I've made to myself, to take part in, and complete the 2026 Hoka Hey Motorcycle Challenge.

 

 

Leading up to, and during, the challenge, I will be raising funds for Sheetz for The Kidz, a great charity (employee-run through Sheetz) that helps underprivileged kids in our communities get food, clothes, toys, hope, and holiday joy through partnerships with The Salvation Army, Feeding America, and the Make-A-Wish Foundation.

 

 

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Meet The New Rider #1243 Len Clendenen

 

Hoka Hey Rider #1243 — Len Clendenen

I am Len Clendenen — Hoka Hey Rider #1243, and a proud rookie rider in the 2026 Hoka Hey Motorcycle Challenge. I’ll be taking on the journey aboard my 2017 Victory Cross Country Tour, chasing miles, purpose, and the honor of riding for something bigger than myself.

 

 

Like many riders, my story started simply — with the love of the open road. Just a few short years ago, I didn’t even know “long-distance riding” was its own world. That changed when I met a random riding companion who opened my eyes to the culture, discipline, and community that exists beyond the daily ride. Since then, miles of quiet backroads and long Texas two-lanes have become a place where I find both peace and challenge.

 

Those miles — and the many unplanned “Lenventures” along the way — have taken me far beyond the great state of Texas and across some of the most incredible landscapes in this country. I’ve slept under the stars beside my motorcycle, ridden through weather that most people wouldn’t face in a car, and discovered parts of myself that no other experience in life has revealed. Motorcycling has become more than travel; it’s a path to reflection, growth, and connection.

 

 

When I’m not exploring the road, I’m often exploring the world. Traveling to experience different cultures, scuba diving, camping, and seeking hidden corners of the planet gives me a deeper appreciation for the diversity and beauty of life. Whether it’s a remote road or a distant coastline, I’m always searching for those breathtaking views and the stories of the people who live there.

 

 

Professionally, I work as a Quality Engineer in the energy sector, where structure, precision, and schedules define the day. That’s why the moment I fire up my Victory and roll onto the road, it feels like freedom. Riding is where discipline meets chance — where the map exists, but the experience unfolds mile by mile.

Why I want to Ride the Hoka Hey

After years of watching the incredible riders who came before me, receiving the call to ride in the Hoka Hey Motorcycle Challenge is one of the greatest honors I could imagine.

To me, Hoka Hey stands for honesty, integrity, resilience, a warrior spirit, and a deep sense of community.

I first discovered the challenge through a local social media group while searching for a deeper connection within the riding world. That search led me to an invitation from Mike Lamb, an Elite Finisher of the 2022 challenge. Through him and the stories of riders like Riot, Hop, Twister, Ice-Man, Squatch and many other riders, I realized that Hoka Hey isn’t simply a long ride — it’s a test of character and commitment.

 

This journey isn’t about miles alone. It’s about purpose, connection, and giving something meaningful back to others.

My goal is simple: to finish this challenge with honor and integrity, while carrying the stories and strength of the people I ride for.

Riding for Seven Warriors

For the 2026 challenge, I’m proud to ride in support of Mile Monsters Inc., a nonprofit dedicated to helping boys battling Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy — a rare and fatal muscle-wasting disease.

The seven young warriors behind my ride are Jaxson, Drew, Alfie, Turbo, Brody, Jack, and Gavin. These boys are the real heroes of this journey.

While riders push their limits across thousands of miles, these kids face challenges every day that most of us could never imagine. My mission is to carry their names and their strength across the country — showing them they are never alone in their fight.

Mile Monsters Inc. doesn’t just raise awareness. They show up for families directly — helping with mobility equipment, medical expenses, travel for treatment, special experiences, and the everyday support that improves quality of life for children battling DMD.

Crossing the finish line will mean more than completing a ride. It will mean knowing I gave everything I had for seven incredible boys who deserve to experience the world in every way possible. And if I can carry their spirit across every mile of the Hoka Hey Motorcycle Challenge, then every mile will have been worth it.

Hoka Hey. 🏍️🔥

Meet The New Rider # 1247 Dustin Lowry

 

My name is Dustin Lowry(Swamp Fox), I reside in Ridgeville South Carolina. I have been happily married to my wife Stacey for 29 years. I have three children and two grandchildren. I have been riding since 2005. I am a member of the Charleston IMRG chapter 1988. I’m currently employed as a Production Manager with Quikrete Construction Materials. 

 

 

I am drawn to the Hoka Hey Motorcycle Challenge because, I think it is the ultimate old school motorcycle challenge. I started researching the challenge and discovered the awesome community that surrounds the challenge. I quickly learned the Hoka Hey Challenge is way more than a challenge. It is a community of awesome people that ride motorcycles and give of themselves to help others. Entering this challenge has forced me to focus on being the best I can be physically and mentally and spiritually. 

 

 

I am fundraising for the Ark of South Carolina. The Ark is a not for profit that works to support care givers of people who suffer from Alzheimer’s and Dementia. The Ark cares for patients, allowing the care giver to have a break. The Ark also provides support for older adults that may not have a diagnosis but are concerned about developing conditions. They have support groups helping patients maintain good mental activities.

 

 

I chose the Ark for my charity because I have seen several family members forced to enter nursing facilities. If families can receive just a little relief, they may be able to avoid this tough decision. Placing a family member in a nursing facility is a hard decision, that has long-lasting effects on the family member and the family. All funds I raise will go directly to the Ark.

 

Looking forward to meeting everyone at the starting line in Woodstock!

 

Hoka Hey,

 

Dustin (Swamp Fox) Lowry  #1247

Donations can be made here!
 

Meet The New Rider # 1257 Diana Woller

 

Hi! I’m Diana Lynn Woller, rider #1257. I started riding 14 years ago with my husband and haven’t looked back. I decided I wanted to ride my own ride when I went to the Lone Star Rally 6 years ago and talked to a woman who explained the empowerment and confidence you gain as a woman when you take control of your own freedom in life. One ride by myself and I realized where the phrase “wind therapy” came from.

 

 

Riding has given me a passion for things like starting my own clothing brand, DareMe Wear, that focuses on women’s empowerment and self-confidence, while still being comfortable and practical when riding. Of course, we have the rally staples like leather leggings and corset vests, but we also consider fit, safety and comfort when deciding on what options to offer in our brand. I’m blessed that I have a team of women who are as dedicated as I am to building women up to believe in themselves and see both their inner and outer beauty, that help to build this brand. I attend several rallies each year and feel extremely fortunate that I get to ride to almost everyone while my team follows behind with all the vendor booth regalia. 

 

 

I compete in pageants on the national level as another avenue to create awareness for my charity. This year during my ride I’ll be representing the United States Emissary International Pageant Congress and currently hold the title of Mrs. Colorado All American Lady and will be competing for that national title later this year. 

 

 

I’m riding the challenge for the non-profit organization I created 12 years ago, after I my mom lost her fight, the Outlaw Faith Foundation. 100% of the purchases from the proceeds of its namesake pink ribbon clothing brand, Outlaw Faith Wear, go to provide wigs, mastectomy bras, travel funds and other financial resources, along with an online community of motivation and support for women battling breast cancer. To learn more about the Outlaw Faith Foundation and to donate- visit Outlaw Faith.org or join the online community on Facebook- OutlawFaith-storiesofstrength.

 

 

I want to thank my sponsor Make Vibes Team from Make Wellness. I’m so grateful for all their support and encouragement as I get prepared for the ride and their donation of natural peptides for strength, energy and hydration will be invaluable! To find out more about natural peptides for your ride or possible sponsorship, email makewellnessvibes@outlook.com 

 

 

I decided to join the Hoka Hey Motorcycle Challenge after watching the 2024 challenge and being at the finish line in Homer when many of the riders completed the challenge and I attended the End of the Road party. The feeling of satisfaction, accomplishment and resilience they all gained from the experience, whether it was their first challenge or another one under their belt inspired me to do the challenge myself. I’m excited to meet everyone when we all gather in Woodstock, IL.

 

 

 

Meet The New Rider # 1307 Jessica Face

 

 

 About Me

 

My name is Jessica Face (VALU). I have been happily married for 25 years and am a proud mother to a beautiful daughter. For the past 10 years, I’ve worked as an office paraprofessional at an elementary school. At 49 years young, I’ll be celebrating my 50th birthday just 12 days before the start of this extraordinary journey.

 

Wyoming is home—where I was born, raised, and where I’ve raised my family.
Motorcycles have always been part of my life. My dad rode, and my parents often took trips and vacations on their bikes. As a teenager, I wasn’t very interested—but that changed in May 2012. I watched my best friend hop on her Road King and ride off down the driveway, and something sparked inside me. That spark grew even stronger when she rode from Minnesota to visit me in Wyoming later that summer.

 

Why HHMC?

The idea of riding the Hoka Hey Motorcycle Challenge began in the summer of 2022. We met friends from Minnesota at the finish line in Hot Springs, South Dakota. I walked around in complete awe—taking in the bikes, watching riders arrive both in person and on the live feed, listening to their stories, and feeling the energy of families waiting at the finish line.
I gathered every bit of information I could. On the drive home, I couldn’t stop thinking about it. I finally turned to my husband and said, “I’m going to do that.” He laughed and replied, “Yeah, right.”
What draws me in is the challenge—the adventure. The idea of going off-grid, living simply, and sleeping under the stars. The HH philosophy speaks deeply to me: returning to the basics, embracing self-reliance, pushing mental and physical endurance, and following passion.
I’m not doing this to prove anything to anyone. I simply want to start, finish, embrace every moment, and discover what this journey gives back to me.

 

Riding for Mile Monsters Inc.

The nonprofit I will be riding for is Mile Monsters Inc.
I first became aware of Mile Monsters during the 2022 HH in Hot Springs. I met Riot in person and listened as he spoke about the ride, the boys, and life. Three of the boys were there, and witnessing the connection between them and the riders was incredibly moving.

I became part of the Monster family after riding the Monster 100 in 2023.
Mile Monsters is a truly remarkable organization and one that is very close to my heart. The funds raised go directly to seven boys living with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD)—a fatal disease that primarily affects boys.
These boys are our heroes, and it is an honor to ride for them.

VALU HH #1307

Meet The New Rider # 1316 Aaron Kuykendall

 

My name is Aaron Lee Kuykendall from Winchester, Virginia. I started riding motorcycles at 19 with no prior experience and had no family or friends that rode at the time. My first bike was an old abandoned Suzuki street bike that sat in a barn for 10 years and had every problem possible. I was hooked from day one of riding it though (whenever it would run). Fast forward 5 years and multiple motorcycles later; I decided to take my passion further and enrolled in York Technical Institute's Motorcycle Technology Center in York, Pennsylvania where I earned my diploma in Motorsports Technology as well as many certifications for Yamaha, Suzuki, Kawasaki, and Harley Davidson. Soon after graduation I started a job at the Harley Davidson plant in York, PA as quality technician and B Tech, then moved up to an A tech. After a while of that I decided to move back to Virginia where I continued to work as a tech in a few different motorcycle shops. I only started in recent years doing long distance riding. My first road trip was in 2022 on a Yamaha Raider where a friend and I rode from Virginia to Sturgis, SD then I split off on a solo ride to the pacific coast and back to Virginia. Within the next couple of years I rode through the lower 48 states plus parts of Canada and Mexico. 

 

 

I want to ride the Hoka Hey Motorcycle Challenge because it offers an experience like no other. It will push me to my limit at times but also require me to stay focused, not lose track of the goal, problem solving, and improving myself and skills as a rider.  I've ridden for pure enjoyment and now I want to ride for a purpose to help raise money for the non-profit organizations that I've chosen. I'm looking forward to meeting other riders and going through this insane journey.

 

 

I have chosen to ride to raise money and awareness for two non-profit organizations close to me.

 

 

The first one is for Cure SMA. Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) is caused by a mutation in the survival motor neuron gene 1 (SMN1). In a healthy person, this gene produces a protein that is critical to the function of the nerves that control our muscles. Individuals with SMA don’t produce survival motor neuron (SMN) protein at high enough levels. Without this protein, those nerve cells cannot properly function and eventually die, leading to debilitating and sometimes fatal muscle weakness. This one hits close to home because my lifelong friend known as Kneepatch has a son named Donnie that was born with SMA. He has been taking monthly treatments for years and shows signs of improvement. Every year Kneepatch organizes a ride for his son called "Ride All Day for SMA" to lead a group of motorcyclists to the SMA Walk-n-Roll event that helps raise money for those affected. His son's team is called "Donnie's Dinos" and the link is to raise money for SMA representing Donnie's team, but donations go straight to SMA's organization. DONATE

 

My second non-profit organization I chose to ride and raise money for is the Blue Ridge Wildlife Center in Boyce, Virginia. BRWC is not only my local wildlife hospital and rehabilitation center, but also a professional education center. There they offer a variety of educational programs that teach children and adults about our local wildlife's history, habits, and characteristics. They also offer summer internships and year around externships for veterinary and vet tech students. BRWC is an important facility in my local area that helps protect, heal, and conserve native Virginia wildlife while also educating the public on them. 

 Fundraising For Blue Ridge Wildlife Center

 

 

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