The challenge starts next week. Free entry. Sign up now!
Richard Bone
- National: 1042nd
- Province: 130th in AB
I'm Riding For
The Kids
For ALL the kids! For my Granddaughter Kylie. "The Bug" does not have cancer, she has my heart, my soul, and every fiber of my life held in her little smile. (When she isn't being a terrorist) She is the Granddaughter I was never supposed to have met having been handed a terminal diagnosis in 2013. In Memory of Ethan Fleming of Chilliwack BC Ethan Fleming, a young man I met early in my battle. He endured more than anyone should ever need to, let alone a child. He had grown into a handsome young man inspiring all around him, and beyond. From recurring cancer, to aggressive recurring infections, and several months long hospital stays, Ethan and his family showed a determination, and LOVE, that inspires all. R.I.P. Ethan, Thank You for all the inspiration.
My Story
I May Have Cancer, But Cancer Doesn't Have Me!
In the 11+ years I have been fighting the various, sometimes repeating forms of cancer, I have learned a lot about myself, and how Strong a person can be when it is really needed. That is why I dedicate my riding to helping the kids who are forced to fight this terrible disease in hospital instead of playing outside with their friends.
It's been a long, long, long decade......
2012 Stage IV Colon cancer mets to liver, lymph nodes - Removed 2/3 large intestine, 2 large chunks from liver, appendix and gall bladder
2013 June Terminal with 5% chance making it past 1 year.
2015 Bladder cancer
2016 Bladder cancer
2017 Squamous Cell carcinoma throat, mouth, tongue - 19.5 hour surgery to remove L&R tonsils, part of tongue, left side of throat, soft pallet, 348 lymph nodes from neck, 6 weeks daily radiation, 1 1/2 years learning how to eat, llifetime swallowing issues with almost daily episodes of choking on simple meals. A lifelong hazard that will only get worse as I age and weaken.
2018 bladder cancer, 2.5 years BCG Therapy
2022 May, bladder cancer, kidney tumor
2022 August 16, removed kidney, ureter, and small piece of bladder
2023 September - New tumor found in my urethrae.
2023, October - Trans-urethral tumor resection (Friday 13th.)
2023 November - Update from urologist re: pathology......
2024 - Continued 2 year schedule of chemo for bladder/urethra......
Thank You from the bottom of my heart for your support. It really does mean the world to me, and so many others.
Read my story, and much more... https://linktr.ee/richardbone
#IAmBone #NobodyFightsAlone #iwontbackdown #TomorrowsCoffee
My Legacy
-
RiddenRaised2021
-
Ridden$2,538 Raised2022
-
1,188 km Ridden$5,827 Raised2023
My Challenge
-
16.4 km ride - Morning Ride! - Friday, July 19, 2024
Logged this ride 7 days ago - View on Strava -
15.6 km ride - Pupper was ready this morning! - Monday, July 15, 2024
Logged this ride 11 days ago - View on Strava -
5.0 km ride - Canada Day Ride - Monday, July 1, 2024
Logged this ride 25 days ago - View on Strava -
6.6 km ride - Sunday ride with the dogs. - Sunday, June 30, 2024
Logged this ride 26 days ago - View on Strava -
Year #4
27 Jun 2024Very happy to be participating in another Great Cycle Challenge Canada!
I arrived home to find my Champions Kit with all the pamphlets, my 2024 Jersey, and t-shirt!
These new jerseys with the full zipper are fantastic! Super easy to put on, and especially important, easier to take off after a long ride raising funds and awareness for the kids!
Before I head in for my own chemo treatment this morning I wanted to take a selfie with my collection. I also wanted to say a BIG "THANK YOU" to all of you for your continued support over the years, especially in my efforts to help the kids! Your support really does mean a lot to the kids and their families.
Let's get after it and have another SPECTACULAR year!
I may have cancer, but cancer doesn’t have me!
#EightXAndCounting
#IAmBone #NobodyFightsAlone #iwontbackdown #CancerJourney #cancerwarrior #TomorrowsCoffee #warrior #survivor #KFG #manuptocancer #BDP #cancersurvivor #GCCC #GreatCycleChallengeCanada
#RidingForTheKids
Posted 29 days ago -
8.2 km ride - First Day of Summer! - Friday, June 21, 2024
Logged this ride 35 days ago - View on Strava -
3.0 km ride - Evening ride with Kimber - Friday, June 14, 2024
Logged this ride 42 days ago - View on Strava -
$250 raised to fight kids' cancer!
I just raised $250 to fight kids' cancer and achieved PROTECTOR LEVEL in the challenge! Thank you so much for your support.
Posted 49 days ago -
6.0 km ride - Monday Ride w/Lisa and the girls. - Monday, May 27, 2024
Logged this ride 60 days ago - View on Strava -
7.0 km ride - Late afternoon energy release… - Sunday, May 26, 2024
Logged this ride 61 days ago - View on Strava
My Sponsors
-
Larry Baadsvik
“Rich, we spent alot of time on the road together when we worked at Drive Star. I can't ride with you now, but you are always in my thoughts. Everything you have gone through, just makes me quiver and I admire your courage and determination to beat this terrible desease. Larry”
$124.20Received this donation 49 days ago
Richard
“Thanks for your continued support and encouragement Larry! There sure are some fun memories from those days. Who knew Hearst could be so much fun!”
-
Doug Rodenbush
“I know it's not a lot but it comes from my tiny little cold heart. Ride safe brother, I'm rootin' for ya. @__~ <3”
$76.59Received this donation 86 days ago
Richard
“Thank You for your continued support my friend!”
-
Denning Enterprise Ltd.
$51.75Received this donation 15 days ago
Richard
“Outstanding! Thank you so much! Your support means the world to me, and especially to the kids!”
-
Faye Mock
$51.75Received this donation 85 days ago
Richard
“Thanks Faye!”
-
Dave McCullough
“A true warrior, Rich you are a courageous, and dedicated advocate, lucky to have you as a friend.”
$36.23Received this donation 24 days ago
Richard
“Thanks so much! Your support really means a lot to these kids!”
-
Thomas Tydlacka
“Keep on keeping on brother!!! Like you say, you may have cancer, But Cancer Doesn't have you! Continued prayers & support Richard, God Bless!! And remember, You're Bone Strong!!! God Speed Brother!!!”
$20.70Received this donation 20 days ago
Richard
“Thanks for the support fellow WARRIOR!”
-
Richard Bone
“This Donation comes from my community's scale operator at the waste transfer station. Gaylene makes sure to support the kids through the Great Cycle Challenge every year! She also makes sure to give treats to my pups every time we go through her scales! Thanks Gaylene!”
$25.88Received this donation 12 days ago -
Richard Bone
“Kicking things off with my own personal donation to fight kids' cancer!”
$25.88Received this donation 205 days ago