The (3) skulls bound in chains represent the numbers of people that are dealing with MS on a daily basis and the limitations that it can force upon them.  The maltese cross set behind the skulls represents the biker support of the cause, in particular to me as it has become a theme on my own motorcycle.  In short, we stand behind anyone bearing this burden, in support.

2009:     2009 began with a great amount of excitement.  The cause began to evolve into more of an organized entity with the creation on the Ride2Cure non-profit entity.  With more involvement from those who wanted to assist with the cause the idea of using a phoenix-type logo seemed very appropriate.  The intent being that a patient with the initial diagnosis of the disease can be crippling but with proper support and the work to find a cure, our hope is that there can be “a rise from the ashes” just as the mythical phoenix.

2010:    Our newest chapter of Rod’s Ride has begun with strong symbolism as with previous offerings.  Within the last year there have been some extraordinary breakthroughs in medicine to fight MS.  It is with this battle that the 2010 logo was forged.  The predominant portion of the logo is a sword which simply represents the strength and attitude that our group is moving forward with.  We fully intend to arm ourselves in fighting this disease with the help of all those that proudly wear the shirts for this event.

Deeper within the logo there are some more hidden tones.  The most recognizable portion being the phoenix (similar to last year) that the new logo is superimposed over, indicating our continued efforts.  The next item, and less conspicuous, is at the base of the sword’s pommel.  This portion of the symbol is more personal to the group and is a strong testament to our unwavering determination.  It is an ancient Celtic knot.  The knot is a representation of the relationship that the original ride patriarchs share with any and all who join the cause.  In short  “just as the lines of Celtic knots are interwoven, so are we interwoven with all those around us. We continue on to eternity as others continue on to eternity, inexorably wrapped up with all those who join us in this life and the next. Though each loop is individual, each loop cannot be separated from the whole..”.

We anxiously await all those that will be part of 2010. . .

ABOUT THE LOGOS:

Shirt designs have been carefully chosen with several things in mind.  We have always tried to balance style and purpose.  The cause is both familial and global, from the standpoint that we have identified the struggle of all those afflicted with MS through the impact it’s had on us personally.