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Joel Young California Coast Classic 2024
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I discovered my deep-rooted passion for the Arthritis Foundation along the scenic and challenging route of the California Coast Classic bike tour, a journey that spans breathtaking landscapes and offers a unique perspective on the beauty of our country.

Pedaling alongside dedicated supporters, inspirational honorees, and incredible volunteers was truly life-changing, as each mile brought new stories of courage and resilience. These individuals, each with their own unique experiences and connections to arthritis, shared their personal journeys, struggles, and triumphs, which continue to fuel my determination to make a difference. Their unwavering spirit and commitment to overcoming the challenges posed by arthritis inspire me every day to contribute to this cause. Read more about my personal "Story of YES."

The Arthritis Foundation has also launched its 2nd national destination bike tour, the Carolina Hills Classic. It's a 4-day journey that starts in Asheville, NC and travels 250 miles across the Blue Ridge Mountains, stopping in Brevard, NC for 1-night and finishing in Greenville, SC. Check out this highlight video from our most recent event.

Join me in either California 🌴🌊 or Carolina 🌼🌳 and help us raise funds to conquer arthritis and make a life-changing difference, all while having A TON OF FUN! 

When you join our team—whether by riding with me and fundraising, donating, or simply helping us spread the word—you become a powerful part of this movement to help people with arthritis have one more good day and live their fullest life.

Join us at the
Arthritis Foundation Carolina Hills Classic Bike Tour
Join our team and join the fight to conquer arthritis!

Together, we’re shining a light on the nearly 60 million Americans living with arthritis today, including 300,000 children who deserve pain-free days and limitless futures. In these two interviews you’ll see why this mission is so personal to me and how every mile, every dollar, and every new teammate moves us closer to better treatments and, ultimately, a cure.

Start Line Interview

Finish Line Interview

Also check out this personal highlight video from the inaugural ride in 2025. 

 

 

Coach Joel Young enjoying times with friends at a rest stop on the California Coast Classic Bike Tour
Coach Joel at the California Coast Classic at Big Sur and Bixby Bridge
Coach Joel Young enjoying the California Coast Classic Bike Tour
Looking Glass Falls - Carolina Hills Classic
Pisgah Inn - Carolina Hills Classic
US Hwy 276 - Carolina Hills Classic
Coach Joel at the California Coast Classic at Finish Line at Pepperdine University
Coach Joel at the California Coast Classic in Santa Barbara
Coach Joel at the California Coast Classic in Oceano along the Pacific Coast Highway 1
Carolina Hills Classic
Coach Joel at the California Coast Classic in Monterey, CA
Coach Joel at the Carolina Hills Classic at Caesars Head State Park
Coach Joel at the Carolina Hills Classic finish line
Carolina Hills Classic