Ride for Roswell: Thousands unite in fight against cancer [Video]

BUFFALO, N.Y. — Thousands of cyclists took part in the annual Ride for Roswell on Saturday morning.

The Ride for Roswell is one of the nation’s largest charity cycling events. Cyclists who participated honored cancer survivors, patients, and those who died from the disease.

“One out of three people have been touched by cancer in some way, and my brother in law had cancer, as did my wife, so it’s emotional for us,” rider Mike Musial told 2 On Your Side.

As of 3:40 p.m. on Saturday, Roswell Park said more than $5.7 million — and counting — has been raised.

“One of our friends is undergoing treatment now on a long-term basis for multiple myeloma, so he’s done really well, and without Roswell, he may not be with us at this point, …