What is Riki's Ride
Former Headbangers Ball host and Rock Icon Riki Rachtman (62) and Ink Master Star Lea Vendetta (54) laugh in the face of age and the elements—as they ride 13,000 miles on a Harley Davidson while raising money and awareness for the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
This Summer get ready to follow MTV Headbangers Ball host and radio personality Riki Rachtman on Riki’s Ride 25: The Lost Ramblers — a 13,000-mile motorcycle odyssey across North America with a mission: raise $30,000 for Vibrant Health, the nonprofit behind the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Rachtman, will be joined by his wife and ride partner, Lea Vendetta — internationally renowned tattoo artist and fan-favorite from Ink Master. "The two will ride to iconic spots full of pop culture, history, and amazing food.” From the south of Key West, Florida to the north of Glacier View, Alaska,
On the back of the Harley Davidson Pan America Lea looks for interesting places to stop and eat as well as scoping out some of the most scenic roads. “Its really a team effort” says Lea. “Riki does the driving and I tell him where to go”
Rebels With a Cause
More than an adventure, The Lost Ramblers is a deeply personal mission. Both Riki and Lea have lost loved ones to suicide and are using their platform to spotlight mental health. Every dollar raised supports Heavy Mental, Riki’s initiative for mental health advocacy, with 100% of proceeds going to Vibrant Health’s 988 Suicide and Crisis lifeline
Supporters can donate and follow the journey at LostRamblers.com. Fans are encouraged to suggest route stops,
Sponsored by Rambler Sparkling Water
Keeping the duo refreshed on their long journey is Rambler Sparkling Water, a proud sponsor of The Lost Ramblers. “We’ve been fans for years,” says Lea, sipping a can of Blackberry Rambler. “Having them with us on the road is awesome.”
Riki and Lea will be riding a Harley Davidson Pan America CVO
988 Lifeline
The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, across the United States and its territories. The 988 Lifeline is comprised of a national network of over 200 local crisis centers, combining local care and resources with national standards and best practices.
