Ross Wunderlich

6years All Star
Ross Wunderlich
I am riding 300 mi to fight kids' cancer and save little lives. Please sponsor me to support my challenge!
I've Ridden 125.3 mi My goal is 300 mi
My Rankings
  • National: 3666th
  • State: 14th in SD
I've raised $78 My goal is $500 Donate Now

My Story

23 Jun 2026

My cycling journey continues. That's good for keeping me in shape. Kids cancer continues. That's bad. We should have this solved by now. Again this year in the month of September (this is my 6th year), I am taking part in the Great Cycle Challenge to fight kids' cancer! As I get older and my body parts start to wear out, I have to be realistic about my cycling capabilities. I've got a reasonable goal of 300 miles which is lower than in past years. Some other commitments expected in September will keep me from riding as much this year. You all responded so generously in past years with over $15 K of investments in Cancer Research. Thank you! I understand that the economy and inflation are taking a toll on everyone's finances again this year. But, the need is still there.

Why am I doing this? Because, cancer not only kills adults, but it also kills children. We are a product of our environment and what we consume. Over 15,700 children are diagnosed every year, and sadly, 38 children die of cancer every week. When I think of my granddaughters possibly being exposed to an environmental hazard or the things in our food or their genetics possibly causing cancer in them, I want a cure to be there...ahead of time.

Kids should be living life being the people God created them to be.

So I am raising funds again this year 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. You can donate a lump sum amount or pledge an amount per mile. Pledges per mile motivate me to ride more.

Your support will change little lives.

Thank you.

My Legacy

Here's my personal impact over 6 years to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.
  • 1,006 mi Ridden
    $4,372 Raised
    2021
  • 1,480 mi Ridden
    $3,962 Raised
    2022
  • 809 mi Ridden
    $934 Raised
    2023
  • 689 mi Ridden
    $2,190 Raised
    2024
  • 670 mi Ridden
    $3,669 Raised
    2025
  • Ridden
    Raised
    2026
6years
4,778 mi
Ridden
$15,205
Raised

My Challenge

  • Day 3 - Chill Ride with Liz Near Bullard’s Beach
    6 Sep 2026

    Took it easier today after yesterday’s Fondo. We meandered around north of Bullard’s Beach and then checked out the light house here.

    Day 3 - Chill Ride with Liz Near Bullard’s Beach
    Posted 6 hours ago
  • 38.1 mi ride - Morning Ride - Sunday, September 6, 2026
    Map
    Logged this ride 6 hours ago - View on Strava
  • 2nd Ride…..a Beauty
    6 Sep 2026

    Today I rode up the Elk River Rd by Port Orford, OR and then out to Cape Blanco SP. Absolutely stunning views.

    2nd Ride…..a Beauty
    Posted 1 day ago
  • 64.8 mi ride - Morning Ride - Saturday, September 5, 2026
    Map
    Logged this ride 1 day ago - View on Strava
  • Day 1
    2 Sep 2026

    Started my rides today by trying to climb Cape Lookout 2x. It’s an 800+ ft climb over 2.5 miles. Brutal. Fog was moving in up top so it was hard to see and be seen on this coastal Oregon road. Beautiful views halfway up from a pullout.

    Day 1
    Posted 5 days ago
  • 22.5 mi ride - Cape Lookout 2x - Tuesday, September 1, 2026
    Map
    Logged this ride 5 days ago - View on Strava

My Sponsors

  • Kevin Van Nostrand
    “Supporting Ross in his support of this worthy cause! Good luck!”
    $77.63
    Received this donation 6 days ago
    Ross Wunderlich
    Ross
    “Thanks Kevin for many years of support in this effort. You are the first to donate for me in 2026. Appreciate your friendship and generosity over the years.”
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