Ian Cain

4years
Ian Cain
Cancer is the biggest killer of kids from disease in the USA, 38 children die every week. Please donate now and support my challenge to fight kids' cancer!
I've Ridden 349.5 mi to fight kids' cancer
My Rankings
  • National: 683rd
  • State: 33rd in MI
I've raised $2,306 to fight kids' cancer Donate Now

My Story

5 Sep 2024

This September, I am taking part in the Great Cycle Challenge to fight kids' cancer!

Why? Because right now, cancer is the biggest killer of children from disease in the United States. Over 15,700 children are diagnosed every year, and sadly, 38 children die of cancer every week.

Kids should be living life, not fighting for it.

So I am raising funds through my challenge to help these kids and support Children's Cancer Research Fund to allow them to continue their work to develop lifesaving treatments and find a cure for childhood cancer.

Please support me by making a donation to give these kids the brighter futures they deserve.

Your support will change little lives.

I pledge to ride at least 188 miles; 50 road bike, 88 mountain bike and 50 unicycle!

Thank you.

My Legacy

Here's my personal impact over 4 years to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.
  • 311 mi Ridden
    $620 Raised
    2021
  • 135 mi Ridden
    $898 Raised
    2022
  • 112 mi Ridden
    $2,035 Raised
    2023
4years
908 mi
Ridden
$5,859
Raised

My Challenge

  • 79.2 mi ride - Final RB bonus miles - Monday, September 30, 2024
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    Logged this ride 48 days ago
  • Road Bike miles complete!!
    29 Sep 2024

    Rode to work for the longest continuous ride I’ve taken at 80 miles! Really happy that I completed a quest I’ve had since working here.

    Although these were bonus miles, these were equally as important to me as all the other miles. Not falling short like last year. Although it was a tough year of recovery, I am thankful to be able to participate for this cause! Thanks again GCC!

    Road Bike miles complete!!
    Posted 49 days ago
  • 81.0 mi ride - Final RB ride- Longest ride! - Sunday, September 29, 2024
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    Logged this ride 49 days ago
  • $2,000 raised to fight kids' cancer!

    I just raised $2,000 to fight kids' cancer and achieved LEGEND LEVEL in the challenge! Thank you so much for your support.

    Posted 51 days ago
  • MTB miles complete!
    27 Sep 2024

    After last year’s mountain bike debacle, I am grateful to be able to participate this year! Doing it for these kiddos and myself.

    There were months that I questioned ever getting on the trails again, limiting my risk, uncertain if my wrist would hold up.

    Well, I challenged myself a few times before this event to prove I could still do it. Then, chose to make my goal mountain bike miles specifically on mtb trails.

    Determination took me here and I am grateful to uphold my goal! Thank you kiddos, this fundraiser helped me too!

    MTB miles complete!
    Posted 51 days ago
  • 8.1 mi ride - Final MTB Ride! - Friday, September 27, 2024
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    Logged this ride 51 days ago
  • 50 Unicycle miles completed!
    27 Sep 2024

    Completed the unicycle miles by riding around town. Happy to have completed that portion!!

    50 Unicycle miles completed!
    Posted 52 days ago
  • 6.1 mi ride - Final Unicycle!!! - Thursday, September 26, 2024
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  • MTB/Nightride
    26 Sep 2024

    Never done this before! Glad to have a headlamp cause the light went away at mile 7!!! Still fun even though I hadn’t been on this trail in over a decade

    MTB/Nightride
    Posted 53 days ago
  • 11.7 mi ride - MTB-Nightride!! - Wednesday, September 25, 2024
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  • Lunchtime Dog Park ride
    25 Sep 2024

    I’ve worked in this location for almost three years and finally decided to check out the dog park with the border collies! Finn, appearing as majestic as always while being inspected by the group. Valeska, right for the butt…two very different personalities!

    Lunchtime Dog Park ride
    Posted 53 days ago
  • 2.6 mi ride - 15th Unicycle- Finn and Valeska lunchtime - Wednesday, September 25, 2024
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  • 2.8 mi ride - 14th Unicycle-Finn and Valeska, Shop dogs - Tuesday, September 24, 2024
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  • 13th Unicycle Ride-Border collies Finn and Valeska
    24 Sep 2024

    Rode around my parents block before dinner with the border collies Finn and Valeska. It’s nice riding on a dirt section with minimal traffic so the beasties can be off leash.

    13th Unicycle Ride-Border collies Finn and Valeska
    Posted 55 days ago
  • 1.4 mi ride - 13th Unicycle- Finn and Valeska - Monday, September 23, 2024
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  • 3.2 mi ride - 12th Unicycle-Valeska and I - Monday, September 23, 2024
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  • 5th MTB-Valeska met Leroy
    22 Sep 2024

    Biked 4.65 miles with Valeska before the rain and she had a joyful encounter with Leroy in the woods! Leroy was a very happy ten year old enjoying the nice day with his caretakers (and donators) Sue and Howard! Pleasure to meet all three of you!

    5th MTB-Valeska met Leroy
    Posted 56 days ago
  • 4.6 mi ride - 5th MTB-Valeska met Leroy - Sunday, September 22, 2024

    From Anderson Park

    Logged this ride 56 days ago
  • 3.8 mi ride - 4th MTB- Border Collies!! - Friday, September 20, 2024
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    Logged this ride 58 days ago
  • 1.6 mi ride - 11th Unicycle-Border collies - Friday, September 20, 2024
    Logged this ride 58 days ago
  • 1 year anniversary
    17 Sep 2024

    It’s been 1 year to the day since I crashed mountain biking at Big Bear in California resulting in reconstructive surgery on my wrist. Dr Haase did a great job putting me back together in what was described as “this is the worst thing you could do to your wrist short of…” that sentence was left open ended.

    Well, I celebrated that by logging 19 miles of biking at DTE today! Had a chuckle on the way there once I realized today was the day AND I was wearing the same pants and shirt as last year crash!! Haha, tempting fate!! The ride went smoothly and I recognized when small mistakes were adding up and dialed it back responsibly.

    It was a great day!

    1 year anniversary
    Posted 62 days ago
  • 19.9 mi ride - 3rd MTB-DTE - Monday, September 16, 2024
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  • 2.1 mi ride - 10th Unicycle-Breakfast - Monday, September 16, 2024
    Logged this ride 62 days ago
  • 21.1 mi ride - RB- Falling Water - Sunday, September 15, 2024
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    Logged this ride 63 days ago
  • 12.4 mi ride - MTB- Portland - Saturday, September 14, 2024
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  • Midnight Torch Run
    14 Sep 2024

    Was invited to participate in the midnight Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics. Started at the Michigan Capitol building steps and ended five miles away in East Lansing. Rode the distance on the unicycle in 50 minutes. Was fun to combine the two charitable events!

    Midnight Torch Run
    Posted 64 days ago
  • Penny Farthing-48” Boneshaker
    14 Sep 2024

    Wow, what an alien experience! Pivoting your legs while turning the handlebars and keeping the butt in place was a very foreign feeling. Thank you Dave Skidmore for the wonderful opportunity!

    Penny Farthing-48” Boneshaker
    Posted 64 days ago
  • 2.1 mi ride - Penny Farthing-48” Boneshaker - Saturday, September 14, 2024
    Logged this ride 64 days ago
  • 5.2 mi ride - Torch Run Midnight Madness - Friday, September 13, 2024
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    Logged this ride 66 days ago
  • 1.7 mi ride - 9th Unicycle Continued - Wednesday, September 11, 2024
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    Logged this ride 67 days ago
  • 1.7 mi ride - 9th Unicycle - Wednesday, September 11, 2024
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  • 3.0 mi ride - 8th Unicycle - Wednesday, September 11, 2024
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  • 7th Unicycle-La Casita
    10 Sep 2024

    Lunch with coworkers

    7th Unicycle-La Casita
    Posted 68 days ago
  • 2.2 mi ride - 7th Unicycle- La Casita lunch - Tuesday, September 10, 2024
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    Logged this ride 68 days ago
  • $500 raised to fight kids' cancer!

    I just raised $500 to fight kids' cancer and achieved GUARDIAN LEVEL in the challenge! Thank you so much for your support.

    Posted 68 days ago
  • 6th Unicycle-breakfast ride 1.84 miles
    10 Sep 2024

    Early morning ride for breakfast before work

    6th Unicycle-breakfast ride 1.84 miles
    Posted 68 days ago
  • 1.8 mi ride - 6th Ride-Unicylce - Tuesday, September 10, 2024
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  • 1st Road bike ride-27.84miles
    10 Sep 2024

    Rode to the chiropractor, then to parents for dinner, and back home just as it was getting dark.

    This one was split into two separate rides and with some leg of it not captured. Thankfully, a back-up app was used to track the whole trip.

    1st Road bike ride-27.84miles
    Posted 69 days ago
  • 15.2 mi ride - 1st Road bike ride continued - Monday, September 9, 2024
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  • 12.7 mi ride - 1st Road bike ride- Eaton Rapids Family Chiropractic - Monday, September 9, 2024
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  • $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 69 days ago
  • 18.3 mi ride - 2nd MTB-Ft Custer - Sunday, September 8, 2024
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  • 1st MTB Ride
    7 Sep 2024

    Beautiful day for a ride! Haven’t been here in over a year and really enjoyed this new feature!

    Ended early due to a drivetrain issue that couldn’t be sorted trackside. Will get it resolved and be back out soon!

    1st MTB Ride
    Posted 71 days ago
  • 9.4 mi ride - 1st MTB Ride - Saturday, September 7, 2024
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    Logged this ride 71 days ago
  • 5th Unicycle ride-Mangia
    5 Sep 2024

    Unicycling with a Newfoundland that doesn’t know it’s own size

    5th Unicycle ride-Mangia
    Posted 73 days ago
  • 2.3 mi ride - 5th Unicycle ride- Mangia - Thursday, September 5, 2024
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  • 4th Unicycle ride with the BC’s
    5 Sep 2024

    Early morning ride with the border collies, Finn (age 8) and Valeska (age 2)! Met another border collie (age 5) along the way walking with his family.

    4th Unicycle ride with the BC’s
    Posted 73 days ago
  • 3.6 mi ride - 4th Unicycle ride-BC Finn and Valeska - Thursday, September 5, 2024
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  • 3rd unicycle ride with both border collies
    5 Sep 2024

    Finley and Valeska joined for a quick roll around Crandell lake. Valeska wouldn’t stay on the rock for the photo. Met two kind folks on the trail! Thanks for the encouragement!

    3rd unicycle ride with both border collies
    Posted 74 days ago
  • 2nd unicycle ride with border collie Valeska
    5 Sep 2024

    Quick ride before work

    2nd unicycle ride with border collie Valeska
    Posted 74 days ago
  • $100 raised to fight kids' cancer!

    I just raised $100 to fight kids' cancer and achieved DEFENDER LEVEL in the challenge! Thank you so much for your support.

    Posted 74 days ago
  • 2.4 mi ride - 3rd a unicycle ride-Finn and Valeska - Wednesday, September 4, 2024
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  • 2.4 mi ride - 2nd Unicycle ride-BC Valeska - Wednesday, September 4, 2024
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  • 1st Unicycle ride
    3 Sep 2024

    First ride complete with Finley the border collie! Each time I ride the unicycle with him, the first 1/8 mile is him leading me, furiously bounding backwards while chomping at the leash!

    1st Unicycle ride
    Posted 75 days ago
  • 4.0 mi ride - First Unicycle ride-BC Finley - Tuesday, September 3, 2024

    From 1

    Logged this ride 75 days ago

My Sponsors

  • Kick Cancer's Butt Day matched donation
    “Here's your matched donation from a group of wonderful Children's Cancer Research Fund supporters. THANK YOU so much for your awesome efforts to kick cancer's butt!”
    $416.92
    Received this donation 67 days ago
  • Aktv8 LLC
    “Ian is riding to help kids fight cancer, and AKTV8 is proud to support him in this incredible cause. Every mile he rides helps fund vital research and provides much-needed care for children battling cancer. Please join me in supporting Ian's effort by making a donation today. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of these brave kids. 💙 Thank you, Ian, for your dedication and determination!”
    $258.75
    Received this donation 69 days ago
    Ian Cain
    Ian
    “Thank you very much for the support, AKTV8 team!”
  • Mom & Dad
    “Love You Ian Thanks for your dedication to this project! Love Your Courage and Many Thanks to Everyone who has helped to make it possible and in supporting Ian in this cause - Ride Safe.”
    $124.20
    Received this donation 67 days ago
    Ian Cain
    Ian
    “Thanks Mom and Dad! I learned this determination somewhere!”
  • Michigans Family Chiropractic- Eaton Rapids
    $113.85
    Received this donation 68 days ago
    Ian Cain
    Ian
    “Thank you very much to the team at Michigan Family Chiropractic for your support of these kiddos and helping to keep me going throughout my bike adventures!”
  • AMP Engineering
    “Kick some butt, you crazy unicycle riding madman!”
    $103.50
    Received this donation 68 days ago
    Ian Cain
    Ian
    “No more crazy antics this year, need to get the miles done first! Then maybe something crazy… Thank you for the continued support!”
  • Anonymous
    $103.50
    Received this donation 53 days ago
    Ian Cain
    Ian
    “Your contribution and support is greatly appreciated! Thank you”
  • David Skidmore
    $103.50
    Received this donation 64 days ago
    Ian Cain
    Ian
    “Thank you Dave for contributing with the use of your Boneshaker penny farthing and to the donations! Great to meet you and I look forward to future rides on these unique bikes. Definitely put a smile on my face!”
  • Steve Haase
    “Good luck, ride safe!”
    $103.50
    Received this donation 67 days ago
    Ian Cain
    Ian
    “Thanks for putting me back together, Dr Haase! My wrist hasn’t caused me issues while doing this challenge and I owe it to your expertise! I appreciate your assistance all around. From these kiddos to my family/friends and myself, thank you, Dr Haase!”
  • Chelsea O’Donnell
    “Go Ian!”
    $77.63
    Received this donation 74 days ago
    Ian Cain
    Ian
    “Thank you very much, Chelsea!”
  • Anonymous
    $72.45
    Received this donation 73 days ago
    Ian Cain
    Ian
    “Your donation is appreciated! Thank you”
  • Joshua Coombs
    “Go Ian!!!”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 68 days ago
    Ian Cain
    Ian
    “Much appreciated, Coombzilla!”
  • Andrew Temple
    “Old timey bike heck yeah! 🤘”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 50 days ago
    Ian Cain
    Ian
    “Thank you for the support, Andrew!”
  • Hannah Temple
    “Go Ian! Good luck on the rest of your journey this year!”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 51 days ago
    Ian Cain
    Ian
    “Thank you very much, Hannah! The support is appreciated!!”
  • Kelly Rosser
    “What an outstanding accomplishment for a meaningful cause!”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 48 days ago
    Ian Cain
    Ian
    “Thank you so much, Kelly!”
  • Laurel Carpenter
    “Coolest. Bike rider. Ever.”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 74 days ago
    Ian Cain
    Ian
    “Great to make your acquaintance, Laurel! Thank you very much for the support!”
  • Glynis Chapman
    “Great job Ian. We are proud of you.”
    $36.23
    Received this donation 64 days ago
    Ian Cain
    Ian
    “Thank you, Aunt Glenny! I appreciate the family support to the cause!”
  • Jean Gilreath
    “You have a great heart!”
    $36.23
    Received this donation 58 days ago
    Ian Cain
    Ian
    “Thank you Jean, for your support!”
  • Jessica O'Donnell
    “Here.”
    $36.23
    Received this donation 50 days ago
    Ian Cain
    Ian
    “Thanks Jesse!”
  • Melinda Anderson
    “Good Luck in reaching your goal!”
    $36.23
    Received this donation 68 days ago
    Ian Cain
    Ian
    “Thanks Melinda!”
  • Allison Boller
    $25.88
    Received this donation 68 days ago
    Ian Cain
    Ian
    “I appreciate your support, Allison! Thank you”
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