Cancer doesn’t stop...neither am I.

Yesterday was my 57th birthday 🎉 and apparently, my idea of celebrating is hopping on a bike for a “light” 25.34-mile ride. (Nothing says “party” like quads on fire, right?) 🚴‍♂️

I’ve hit my mileage goal, but since the donation deadline is extended through Oct 31, I’m still riding for the kids. 💛 Please donate if you can. Thank you!

I'M NOT STOPPING

🚴‍♂️ Update time! (Yes, I’m behind, so you’re getting a 2-for-1 special today. No refunds. 😆)

Between Sunday’s ride and today’s spin, I’ve pedaled my way up to 342.07 total miles in the Great Cycle Challenge! That’s a lot of saddle time, a lot of snacks, and way too much wind in my face on the ride back home. 🌬️

Even though the official cycling portion wrapped up September 30th, I’ll keep riding through October (as long as Mother Nature doesn’t throw me into a headwind tornado). The best part? The donation deadline has been extended to October 31st! 🎉 So there’s still time to support the Children’s Cancer Research Fund and help kids fight cancer. 💛

#GreatCycleChallengeUSA #PedalForACause #KidsFightingCancer #342MilesAndCounting

Keep On Keeping On

Behind on my updates but not on the miles — 269.29 so far, and I’ll break 300 today! 🚴‍♂️💪

The official cycling portion ends Sept 30th, but I’m stubborn, so I’ll keep pedaling through Oct 31st while the donation deadline is still open. 🍂

I’m behind on my fundraising though, and that’s where YOU come in. Any size one-time donation helps kids, families, and cancer research. Even $5 makes a difference (and keeps me pedaling with purpose).

👉 Please consider helping by clicking the Donate Now button and THANK YOU for helping children and their families.

Ride #7... Pluggin Away

Ride #7 is in the books! 🚴‍♂️ Added 30.38 miles on Monday, which brings me to 245.83 total. My “200-mile goal” is now somewhere in the rearview mirror, but I’m still pedaling for the Children’s Cancer Research Fund. 💛

Good news: the donation deadline got extended to Oct 31st—so you still have time to chip in! This isn’t a per-mile deal, just a one-time donation (so no excuses 😉).

👉Please click the Donate Now button and let’s crush cancer together! 🙌

Ride #6

I DID IT! Saturday’s local ride was a little closer to home (and a bit more risky as I was rode where I got hit 2 years ago), but those 24.01 miles pushed me past my 200-mile goal—now at 215.45 miles!

But the ride doesn’t stop here. I’m still pedaling for the Children’s Cancer Research Fund, because no child should have to fight cancer alone. 💛

This is a one-time donation event (not per mile), and every dollar makes a difference—whether it’s $1, $100, or anything in between. Every gift matters, and I'm so grateful for the support.

The deadline has been extended to October 31st, so there’s still time to stand with me and say it loud: Cancer Sucks!

#GreatCycleChallenge #CancerSucks #RideForACure

Ride #5... Peaceful Path

🚴‍♂️ Yesterday was one of those rare, perfect days—blue skies, quiet paths, and (believe it or not) no malfunctions! I soaked it in because I know those gloomier fall days are creeping up.

So far, I’ve logged 191.44 miles in the Great Cycle Challenge for the Children’s Cancer Research Fund—riding to help kids fight cancer, support families, and fuel research for better treatments.

Here’s the deal: This isn’t a “per-mile” thing—it’s a one-time donation event. I’m closing in on my 200-mile riding goal, but my donation goal is still… well, let’s just say it’s miles behind. Every mile I ride over 200 is my way of giving extra sweat equity, but I need your help to push the fundraising side across the finish line. Can we do it together? Even $1 makes a difference. ❤️

Please tap the Donate Now button. THANK YOU!

Ride #4 ... "Like butter..."

Yesterday, Helga and I rolled a lot smoother thanks to some tire TLC (turns out hub ribbons are a real thing… who knew? 😅). We knocked out 51.25 more miles, bringing me to 156.96 total—only 43 miles left to hit my 200-mile goal!

Now here’s where you come in: while I pedal toward the finish, I’d love to see our fundraising goal catch up too. Every donation—whether it’s $1, $10, or $100—helps kids fight cancer through the Children’s Cancer Research Fund. It’s not “per mile,” just a one-time gift that makes a huge impact.

Let’s crush cancer together—one mile, one dollar, one child’s future at a time. 💪

#GreatCycleChallenge #CrushCancer #RideForACure #EveryDollarCounts #EndChildhoodCancer

Back up and running...or cycling.

🚴‍♂️ Helga’s back on the road! After a week in my shop, she’s patched, tuned, and “strong like bear.” 🐻

We knocked out 36.61 miles today, but I’ve got more miles (and dollars) to make up. We’re stuck at $129—still $371 shy of the $500 goal. Every bit helps kids fighting cancer. Let’s push this number higher! 💛💪

#GreatCycleChallenge #KickCancer #RideForACause #HelgaStrong

Double Day!!

🚨 TODAY is the day! 🚨

It’s KICK CANCER’S BUTT DAY 💥 — and that means every single donation made today will be MATCHED dollar for dollar—up to $1.5 million! 🙌

I’m riding in the Great Cycle Challenge to support the Children’s Cancer Research Fund because kids should be living life, not fighting for it. 💙

Your support today has double the impact—together we can fund lifesaving research, bring hope to families, and push closer to ending childhood cancer.

Let’s make today HUGE. Let’s kick cancer’s butt! ✊

👉 PLEASE click the "DONATE NOW" button.

GCC RIDE #2... (Time for quick repairs)

Thursday’s ride went MUCH better—I nearly doubled Tuesday’s mileage with 46.5 miles! Felt strong, spirits high… and then my back tire decided to remind me who’s boss. Yep, ANOTHER flat.

This time, no long walk of shame home—I came prepared. But still, “Helga” (that’s my bike) is getting a short break while I order fresh tubes, new tires, and a few other goodies to keep us rolling.

Here’s the deal: I may be battling flats, but kids with cancer are fighting something much tougher. Will you join me in this fight? Every donation, big or small, helps fund research and gives kids a chance at hope. Just tap the "Donate Now" button.

Together, we can kick cancer’s butt!