Every August, thousands of cyclists ride for a reason much bigger than themselves. This year, I’m once again joining the Great Cycle Challenge to raise funds for children fighting cancer.
On paper, my goal is simple: ride 300 kilometres and raise $500.
But this challenge has never really been about numbers.
It’s about remembering why those numbers matter.
While I choose when to ride, children with cancer don’t get to choose their challenge. Their days are filled with hospital visits, treatments, uncertainty, and incredible courage. If riding my bike can help support research and better care, then every kilometre is worth it.
One thing I love about cycling is how it mirrors life. Some roads are smooth. Others are filled with headwinds, hills, and unexpected detours. Progress isn’t always fast, but if you keep pedalling, you eventually move forward.
That’s a lesson worth carrying beyond the bike.
This year, I also want to do something different. Along the way, I’ll be sharing reflections from my rides. Some may be about the places I discover. Others may be about perseverance, gratitude, or simply the quiet moments that happen when you’re alone on a bike with nothing but the road ahead.
My hope is that these stories remind us to slow down, appreciate the little things, and remember why supporting this cause matters.
If you’d like to follow along, I’d be grateful to have you on the journey. And if you’re able to support the cause with a donation or by sharing my fundraising page, you’ll be helping give children fighting cancer a brighter future.
Thank you for riding this journey with me. 🚴💙