Jay Hitchen
- National: 1106th
- Province: 135th in AB
- My Team: 1st
I'm Riding For
The Kids
Too many friends have gone, too many families touched by this horrible disease that many only refer to by its first letter. Regas back when I started this ride, my sister-in-law Val and good friend Tom just this year. I think of the names, the friends, the family, the family of friends who I know have experienced huge loss. I’ve been visited twice now by those words I never want to hear again. I was one of the very, very lucky ones and if riding a bike and raising a few dollars helps find an end to this cruelty, I’m all in.
My Story
My renal doc just cut me loose after five years of seeing me through first; renal cancer, then prostate cancer. I am blessed with children and now grandchildren. They fill my world and make me want to make it a better place for them and for others. I do not want cancer to touch their lives, my heart breaks for the the little heroes that bravely face this reality every day. Ride along with me and let’s show them how much we care.
This August, I am taking part in the Great Cycle Challenge to fight kids' cancer!
Why? Kids should be living life, not fighting for it.
Your support will change little lives.
Thank you.
My Legacy
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1,021 km Ridden$2,662 Raised2018
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1,396 km Ridden$3,707 Raised2019
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1,271 km Ridden$3,216 Raised2020
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1,097 km Ridden$4,006 Raised2021
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1,292 km Ridden$5,277 Raised2022
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1,305 km Ridden$8,336 Raised2023
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1,160 km Ridden$6,128 Raised2024
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Ridden$585 Raised2025
My Challenge
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$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 1 day ago -
17.2 km ride - Rode 17.19 km on 08/06/25 - Wednesday, August 6, 2025
Logged this ride 1 day ago -
$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 2 days ago -
18.1 km ride - Rode 18.06 km on 08/05/25 - Tuesday, August 5, 2025
Logged this ride 2 days ago -
2.1 km ride - Rode 2.08 km on 08/05/25 - Tuesday, August 5, 2025
Logged this ride 3 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 3 days ago -
20.2 km ride - 20.22km Ride - Monday, August 4, 2025
Logged this ride 4 days ago
My Sponsors
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Leslie Crawford
“I admire your determination! Take it as easily as you need to. Always happy to support this worthy endeavour.”
$207Received this donation 2 days ago
Jay
“Your continuing support warms my heart Leslie. Hope the family is all doing great. Thanks so much.”
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Mark Reinhardt
“So proud of what you’re doing with the Great Cycle Challenge! You're making a real impact, and it's awesome to see you putting in the work for such a great cause. Cheering you on all the way — ride strong! 🚴♂️💪”
$129.38Received this donation 1 day ago
Jay
“Means more than I can say to have your support Mark. I believe in the work this does. Glad you do too.”
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ronarnst@mts.net
“Go Jay go!”
$124.20Received this donation 3 days ago
Jay
“You are truly a gem Ron. Appreciate your support and friendship.”
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Steve Armstrong
“Hydrate, Hydrate, Hydrate. And ride like the wind!”
$124.20Received this donation 3 days ago
Jay
“😂 you smooth old soul. I hadn’t really posted yet but really appreciate your tradition of being first to donate. Means a lot Steve.”