Ziggy Fried

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

On Sunday, 18th May 2025, I’ll be riding in The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride, joining thousands of riders around the world to raise funds and awareness for prostate cancer and men’s mental health—on behalf of Movember.

This year, the cause is painfully close to home. Last year, my brother faced his own battle with cancer. And right now, my family and I are in the thick of it once again, my mother has recently been diagnosed, and we’re navigating the early stages of her fight. It’s raw, it’s real, and it’s something we’re living through day by day.

The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride is more than just a group of motorcyclists in sharp suits, it’s a global movement that uses style and spectacle to start conversations about men’s health. By riding through city streets dressed in dapper gear and riding classic motorcycles, we draw attention to issues that are often ignored: prostate cancer, suicide prevention, and the importance of mental health.

Men die on average six years earlier than women, often from preventable causes. Too many are suffering in silence. This ride is about breaking that silence, and funding the programs and research that help men live longer, healthier lives.

So before I press my tweed and polish my boots, I’m asking for your support. If you’re able, please consider donating. Every contribution, no matter the size, helps fuel progress and gives families like mine more hope.

Thank you for reading, for caring, and for standing with us.