Mike Hwang

Riding With Purpose: My First Gentleman’s Ride

Wednesday 21st May 2025

This past weekend in Houston was a scorcher, and while I had every intention of going full dapper, I had to compromise — no jacket, just a crisp shirt and vest. Style met sweat, and function won.

 

Riding my Ducati Panigale V2, I’ll admit I was hesitant to join the Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride at first. The event traditionally leans vintage, and my modern sportbike didn’t exactly scream “classic.” But the spirit of the ride quickly overpowered any doubts.

 

DGR isn’t just about the bike — it’s about the cause. Riding for men’s mental health and prostate cancer research gave the day real purpose. It felt good to be part of something bigger than horsepower and polished chrome.

 

Grateful for the new connections, the meaningful conversations, and the reminder that showing up — however you can — matters.

 

I'm Riding for Men's Health in The Distinguished Gentleman's Ride

Sunday 6th Apr 2025 On Sunday the 18th of May 2025, I'm riding in The Distinguished Gentleman's Ride with fellow men and women across the globe to raise funds and awareness for prostate cancer and men's mental health on behalf of Movember. Men die on average 6 years earlier than women and for largely preventable reasons. The number of men that are suffering is growing, and we need to do something about that. So, before I press my tweed and polish my boots, I'm asking you to join me in raising funds and awareness for these causes by donating what you can for this meaningful cause and to help the men we love, live happier and healthier lives.