Derek Boan

8years All Star
Derek Boan
I am riding 1,000 km in memory of Bob, aka Sandy, Phillips. Please sponsor me and support my challenge to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.
I've Ridden 721.0 km My goal is 1,000 km
My Rankings
  • National: 207th
  • Province: 11th in SK
  • My Team: 2nd
I've raised $4,106 to fight kids' cancer Donate Now

I'm Riding For

Bob, aka Sandy, Phillips

Sandy was an avid global cyclist & although he survived tongue cancer, the aggressive treatment likely contributed to his early demise, almost a decade ago, at age 58 . . .

My Story

30 May 2025

For the 8th consecutive year, I am participating in the Great Cycle Challenge to fight kids' cancer! I am riding again with Team Sandy’s Sidekicks, in memory of our good friend Sandy Phillips, who had tongue cancer as an adult.

I have updated my photo & donated a dollar for every lap around the sun that I have done! Last fall, I upgraded my mode of transportation to a peddle-assist electric bike, so have resumed my former km goal of 1000. I have matched the $ goal to $1000, but keep in mind, that $2500 would put me into the Hero level.

So, I am raising funds through my challenge, to help these kids and support SickKids Foundation, to allow them to continue their work in developing treatments and finding a cure for childhood cancer.

If you are interested in donating to a tax-deductible, worthwhile cause, please consider supporting me by matching my donation, either on line or by messaging me, to give these kids the brighter futures they deserve.

Or, even better, consider participating yourselves!

Thank you & keep safe.

My Legacy

Here's my personal impact over 8 years to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.
  • 592 km Ridden
    $1,658 Raised
    2018
  • 1,006 km Ridden
    $3,225 Raised
    2019
  • 1,006 km Ridden
    $5,354 Raised
    2020
  • 1,006 km Ridden
    $3,910 Raised
    2021
  • 307 km Ridden
    $1,946 Raised
    2022
  • 465 km Ridden
    $1,471 Raised
    2023
  • 501 km Ridden
    $3,322 Raised
    2024
  • 721 km Ridden
    $4,106 Raised
    2025
8years
5,604 km
Ridden
$24,993
Raised

My Challenge

  • 11.7 km ride - Cribbage time at Cranberry Flats - Thursday, August 28, 2025
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    Logged this ride 18 hours ago - View on Strava
  • 60.7 km ride - Cycling with Garth Sheard - Thursday, August 28, 2025
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    Logged this ride 24 hours ago - View on Strava
  • 11.7 km ride - Cranberry Flats - Wednesday, August 27, 2025
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    Logged this ride 2 days ago - View on Strava
  • 10.9 km ride - Cranberry Flats - Tuesday, August 26, 2025
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    Logged this ride 3 days ago - View on Strava
  • 11.7 km ride - Cranberry Flats time with Dan - Wednesday, August 20, 2025
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    Logged this ride 9 days ago - View on Strava
  • 52.1 km ride - An hr South on Hwy 219 - Wednesday, August 20, 2025
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    Logged this ride 9 days ago - View on Strava
  • 11.8 km ride - Cranberry Flats time with Dan - Tuesday, August 19, 2025
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    Logged this ride 10 days ago - View on Strava
  • 47.3 km ride - Birria Gringa at TAQUERIA MEXICANA EL MILAGRO with a scoop of Rhubarb Crisp Ice Cream at Fable. - Tuesday, August 19, 2025
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    Logged this ride 10 days ago - View on Strava
  • 11.7 km ride - Cranberry Flats time with Dan - Monday, August 18, 2025
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    Logged this ride 11 days ago - View on Strava
  • 29.3 km ride - Whitecap Casino & Golf Course - Monday, August 18, 2025
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    Logged this ride 11 days ago - View on Strava
  • 11.7 km ride - Cranberry Flats time with Dan - Sunday, August 17, 2025
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    Logged this ride 12 days ago - View on Strava
  • 41.0 km ride - South on Hwy 219, past Whitecap FN. - Sunday, August 17, 2025
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    Logged this ride 12 days ago - View on Strava
  • 11.7 km ride - Cranberry Flats time with Dan - Saturday, August 16, 2025
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    Logged this ride 13 days ago - View on Strava
  • 36.3 km ride - In A Pinch Perogies & Fable Ice Cream stop - Saturday, August 16, 2025
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    Logged this ride 13 days ago - View on Strava
  • 34.2 km ride - Garage sailing - Friday, August 15, 2025
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    Logged this ride 14 days ago - View on Strava
  • 10.8 km ride - Neighbourhood ride sans battery - Thursday, August 14, 2025
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    Logged this ride 15 days ago - View on Strava
  • $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 15 days ago
  • 39.9 km ride - Kick Cancer's Butt Day! - Wednesday, August 13, 2025
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    Logged this ride 16 days ago - View on Strava
  • $1,000 raised to fight kids' cancer!

    I just raised $1,000 to fight kids' cancer and achieved WARRIOR LEVEL in the challenge! Thank you so much for your support.

    Posted 16 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 16 days ago
  • 31.2 km ride - Sourdough delivery to Chrissie - Tuesday, August 12, 2025
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    Logged this ride 17 days ago - View on Strava
  • 87.4 km ride - Martinsville here we come! - Monday, August 11, 2025
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    Logged this ride 18 days ago - View on Strava
  • 11.7 km ride - Cranberry Flats - Sunday, August 10, 2025
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    Logged this ride 19 days ago - View on Strava
  • 30.7 km ride - Revamped & on the road again! - Friday, August 8, 2025
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    Logged this ride 21 days ago - View on Strava
  • 58.7 km ride - To Evergreen & then to Earl's for lunch with the Holtby/Jones clan - Wednesday, August 6, 2025
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    Logged this ride 23 days ago - View on Strava
  • 34.8 km ride - Visit with Elizabeth Jones in Saskatoon - Monday, August 4, 2025
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    Logged this ride 25 days ago - View on Strava
  • 10.2 km ride - Cranberry Flats short route - Sunday, August 3, 2025
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    Logged this ride 26 days ago - View on Strava
  • 11.8 km ride - Inaugural ride to Cranberry Flats - Friday, August 1, 2025
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    Logged this ride 28 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 51 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 57 days ago

My Sponsors

  • Kick Cancer's Butt Day matched donation
    “Here's your matched donation made possible by the generosity of long-time SickKids Foundation supporters, the Garron family. THANK YOU so much for your awesome efforts to kick cancer's butt!”
    $1,217.80
    Received this donation 15 days ago
    Derek Boan
    Derek
    “Thank you so much, Garron Family!”
  • Anonymous
    $500
    Received this donation 16 days ago
  • Judy Etcheverry
    $207
    Received this donation 16 days ago
    Derek Boan
    Derek
    “Thank you, Judy & Bob! Such a worthy cause!”
  • Robb LaRochelle
    “Love those fat tires”
    $207
    Received this donation 17 hours ago
    Derek Boan
    Derek
    “Thanks, Robb! By the time this is over, I may need to use your hot tub! 🤪🤣”
  • Xin Li
    “Thanks Derek for your kind words for my birthday, and the friendship of the Boan family over the past 38 years! Truly special! I admire your dedication to support those in need, and here’s a small contribution to support the good cause. Best wishes! Li Xin”
    $207
    Received this donation 51 days ago
    Derek Boan
    Derek
    “Thank you for your encouragement & generous donation! Nice to get those donations from across the globe!”
  • Matthew Funk
    “Keep up the good work, Derek. A drive forward for a very noble cause. With God’s grace and a ton of ambition, I hope we can beat this disease!”
    $200
    Received this donation 15 days ago
    Derek Boan
    Derek
    “Thanks, Matt! See you when you're back from Toronto.”
  • Laura Davies
    $124.20
    Received this donation 57 days ago
    Derek Boan
    Derek
    “Thank you, Laura! Congratulations for being my first to donate!”
  • Mary Holtby
    “Congratulations Derek on another good ride and for a very good cause.”
    $124.20
    Received this donation 16 days ago
    Derek Boan
    Derek
    “Thanks, Mary! Yes, such a worthwhile cause!”
  • Donna Burlingame
    “Way to go Derek!! 8 years and counting. Amazing work!”
    $103.50
    Received this donation 10 days ago
    Derek Boan
    Derek
    “Thanks, Donna! Keep on truckin’!”
  • Gordon Harding
    $103.50
    Received this donation 16 days ago
    Derek Boan
    Derek
    “Thanks, Gord! Glad I got home today before the very intense thunderstorm hit!”
  • Vicki Campbell
    $103.50
    Received this donation 16 days ago
    Derek Boan
    Derek
    “Thank you, Vicki & Alan! See you soon!”
  • Colleen Stefaniuk
    $100
    Received this donation 16 days ago
    Derek Boan
    Derek
    “Thank you, Colleen & Arnie! See you soon!”
  • Shirley Miller
    “Way to go, Derek!”
    $100
    Received this donation 15 days ago
    Derek Boan
    Derek
    “Thanks, cuz!”
  • Phil Guebert
    “Keep up the good work, Derek!”
    $75
    Received this donation 16 days ago
    Derek Boan
    Derek
    “Thanks, Phil! Glad I got home today before that vicious thunderstorm hit!”
  • Beth Moxley
    “In Sandy’s memory. Well done, he would be proud”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 16 days ago
    Derek Boan
    Derek
    “Thanks, Beth! Yes, I think Sandy would be impressed! I'm relieved to have made it home before that vicious thunderstorm hit . . .”
  • Elizabeth Jones
    $72.45
    Received this donation 15 days ago
    Derek Boan
    Derek
    “Thank you, Elizabeth! Viva Toronto!”
  • Jaime Boan
    “Good on you Derek! Happy Biking!”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 14 days ago
    Derek Boan
    Derek
    “Thank you, Jaime!”
  • Judy M. and family
    “Keep up the good work, Derek! Enjoy your cycling and stay safe!”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 15 days ago
    Derek Boan
    Derek
    “Thanks Judy & Dave! Will do!”
  • Margaret Hnatiuk
    $72.45
    Received this donation 16 days ago
    Derek Boan
    Derek
    “Thanks, cuz! Maybe I should ride out for a visit?”
  • Susan/Ken Etcheverry
    “Always happy to support a cause to help fight kids cancer. Happy riding Derek!”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 15 days ago
    Derek Boan
    Derek
    “Thanks, Susan & Ken! Ken should consider joining the cause!”
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