Linda Kasprzak

8years All Star
Linda Kasprzak
Cancer is the largest killer of kids in Canada. Many are diagnosed every week. Please donate now and support my challenge to fight kids' cancer!
I've Ridden 409.5 km My goal is 500 km
My Rankings
  • National: 1727th
  • Province: 934th in ON
I've raised $1,085 to fight kids' cancer Donate Now

I'm Riding For

The cause

My Story

29 May 2025

When I read about the great work that sick kids does I want to make a difference. So here I am a MIMI, Gmother, to two boys They are loud, lively, greatly loved and importantly, they are healthy. I am blessed. Today, there is a child in hospital undergoing treatment for Cancer and parents are worried in a way I cannot imagine.We have to try harder to fix this.

This August I ride again in the Great Cycle Challenge for the 8th year hoping that my contribution added to others will make a BIG difference.

So I am hoping to raise funds through my challenge to help these kids and support SickKids Foundation as they continue their work in developing treatments for childhood cancer. Your support will change little lives and all you have to do is put your hand in your wallet and I will put my feet on the pedals.

Please support me with anything that you can manage. Let’s all be part of the solution 👍

Thank you.

My Legacy

Here's my personal impact over 8 years to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.
  • 537 km Ridden
    $1,274 Raised
    2018
  • 1,323 km Ridden
    $1,863 Raised
    2019
  • 1,217 km Ridden
    $2,486 Raised
    2020
  • 1,023 km Ridden
    $1,418 Raised
    2021
  • 810 km Ridden
    $2,043 Raised
    2022
  • 398 km Ridden
    $1,002 Raised
    2023
  • 503 km Ridden
    $1,056 Raised
    2024
  • 410 km Ridden
    $1,085 Raised
    2025
8years
6,221 km
Ridden
$12,226
Raised

My Challenge

  • 36.0 km ride - Sooooo tired - Monday, August 25, 2025

    From Home to Home

    Logged this ride 2 days ago
  • 28.7 km ride - Peachy - Sunday, August 24, 2025

    From Home to Home

    Logged this ride 4 days ago
  • 30.6 km ride - A reluctant ride - Saturday, August 23, 2025
    Map
    Logged this ride 5 days ago - View on Strava
  • It's beginning to feel a lot like......fall
    21 Aug 2025

    It is with great sadness that I put on long cycling pants today. It's a bit nippy. Whereas the lake has looked like the Mediterranean with the sun beating down on it now it looks more like the North Sea or at least the home of the Kraken. Bbbrrrrrr I want to shout out to all of the cyclists out there who are supporting this great cause. Kudos to you. I have read that some drivers have been annoyed by cyclists on the road. I too have experienced a few interesting hand signals that are not ASL. I have had vehicles and trailers that have been a tad too close. Let's share the road and share the love. We are doing this because we care and want to make a difference. Make space for cyclists everybody and make space in your heart for this great cause. Be part of this. This cause is making a difference 💕💕Donate to me or anybody cycling for these children. We got this.

    Posted 7 days ago
  • 32.6 km ride - A sticky ride. - Tuesday, August 19, 2025
    Map
    Logged this ride 9 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 9 days ago
  • Ride in memory of Joe Louis. My wing man.
    16 Aug 2025

    The corn is now as high as the proverbial elephants eye. The heat has dropped from incineration to frying and I am counting blessings. Blessings that despite my biblical age I can still cycle and support a great cause. Blessings for my Grand children. Blessings for my partner who puts up with me and quells the urge to suffocate me in my sleep. Blessings for my daughter who managed to inherit my good bits. Some folks are probably struggling to find that silver lining, to find any blessing. Through this cause we have a chance to support by donating and showing that we care. We got this. You got this. Let's do this.

    Ride in memory of Joe Louis. My wing man.
    Posted 12 days ago
  • 36.2 km ride - Morning ride. - Saturday, August 16, 2025
    Map
    Logged this ride 12 days ago - View on Strava
  • 40.7 km ride - Perfect ride. - Thursday, August 14, 2025
    Map
    Logged this ride 14 days ago - View on Strava
  • And the heat continued
    13 Aug 2025

    Slowly but surely goes the cycling. Despite the air quality and heat the rides are really interesting. The fruit is hanging from the trees or stocking the road side stalls. Peaches and sweetcorn by the plenty. Lots of hawks up on the ridge today it did occur to me that they were circling me. Hmmmm must keep my eye on that.

    And the heat continued
    Posted 15 days ago
  • 33.1 km ride - Super hot. A crazy ride - Tuesday, August 12, 2025
    Map
    Logged this ride 16 days ago - View on Strava
  • 28.0 km ride - Hotter than hell. - Monday, August 11, 2025

    From Home

    Logged this ride 17 days ago
  • 6.2 km ride - Hot to trot. Way too hot right now. - Monday, August 11, 2025
    Map
    Logged this ride 17 days ago - View on Strava
  • 30.6 km ride - A tough ride today. - Thursday, August 7, 2025
    Map
    Logged this ride 21 days ago - View on Strava
  • 30.3 km ride - Hot day but my determination shone through - Wednesday, August 6, 2025
    Map
    Logged this ride 22 days ago - View on Strava
  • 33.2 km ride - Smooth riding - Monday, August 4, 2025
    Map
    Logged this ride 24 days ago - View on Strava
  • 30.0 km ride - Sweaty ride but oh so sweet - Saturday, August 2, 2025
    Map
    Logged this ride 26 days ago - View on Strava
  • What a difference a day makes.
    1 Aug 2025

    From scorched earth to a pleasant cool breeze that followed me on the kick off cycle ride.The ride was easy although I had forgotten a few important things.

    1- the roads in Hamilton have more holes than Emmental cheese.

    2- bike lanes seem to be for landscaper trucks,trailers and broken glass. Whats with all of the glass?

    3- That most bike accidents are due to the rider avoiding 1 and 2 and only 7% of accidents are due to being run over. Who knew.

    So....with a 93% chance of survival I did my first ride for an amazing cause. I saw lots of children out playing on scooters, playing basket ball. Laughing, just being kids. That is a stark reminder to those who cannot. A stark reminder for all of us. Let's count our blessings. Hug our kids. Be grateful and donate. Donate to me, to any of the riders. Let's fix this.

    What a difference a day makes.
    Posted 27 days ago
  • 13.3 km ride - Quick zip to loosen the knees - Friday, August 1, 2025
    Map
    Logged this ride 27 days ago - View on Strava
  • $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 30 days 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 46 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 47 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 47 days ago
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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!”
    $180.66
    Received this donation 14 days ago
  • BRENT MACMILLAN
    “You've got this sista in law!”
    $103.50
    Received this donation 46 days ago
    Linda Kasprzak
    Linda
    “A big thank you. ❤️❤️❤️”
  • Gail Taylor
    $103.50
    Received this donation 9 days ago
    Linda Kasprzak
    Linda
    “Wow. Thank you so much. This is such a great cause and I appreciate your support”
  • Betty Idle
    $100
    Received this donation 47 days ago
    Linda Kasprzak
    Linda
    “Thank you for the great support Mama bear.”
  • Lindsay Corrigan
    “Glad we could play a small part in reaching your goal. Best of luck with your ride. L & K”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 37 days ago
    Linda Kasprzak
    Linda
    “Thank you guys for your support. This is such a worthy cause. 🩷”
  • Wendy & Steve Volpe
    “Go Linda! Your dedication to this cause is an inspiration.”
    $56.93
    Received this donation 30 days ago
    Linda Kasprzak
    Linda
    “Thank you so much for your support. Hopeful that it gets cooler for cycling. See you soon. 🩷”
  • Angela MacMillan
    “❤️ Always inspired.”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 15 days ago
    Linda Kasprzak
    Linda
    “Thank you my love ❤️”
  • Kathy Varteressian
    “You continue to inspire with your dedication and determination to ride for such an incredible cause despite the heat and humidity that you have faced. I am so proud of Linda.❤️”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 14 days ago
    Linda Kasprzak
    Linda
    “Thank you Kathy. That means a lot.”
  • Michael Lee
    “Keep up the good work dear sibling. May your rides be rewarding and more downhill than uphill!!”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 43 days ago
    Linda Kasprzak
    Linda
    “You rock Agu. Thank you for your support. Hoping August is less scorched earth.”
  • Suzan Romeo
    “Keep riding for such an amazing charity. Stop by for rehydration if needed enroute!”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 14 days ago
    Linda Kasprzak
    Linda
    “Thank you Sue for your support for this great cause.i really appreciate this. It motivates me during this crazy weather. THANK YOU 💕”
  • Leslie MacMillan
    “Thank you Linda. Ride on.”
    $36.23
    Received this donation 8 days ago
    Linda Kasprzak
    Linda
    “Thank you sooooo much. Getting to the last part of the ride now. Thankfully it's cooler Hope to see you soon.”
  • Lindsay Jones
    “Go Linda go! You’ve got this, and we’re cheering for you every kilometre! You’re making such a difference for these families 🩷”
    $36.23
    Received this donation 15 days ago
    Linda Kasprzak
    Linda
    “I appreciate your support HUGELY. Thank you 👍”
  • Shannon Reiter
    “Way to go Linda! So inspiring to see you make a difference in such a meaningful cause. Keep riding and stay cool 💕”
    $36.23
    Received this donation 15 days ago
    Linda Kasprzak
    Linda
    “Thank you so much for your support. Such a great cause 💕”
  • Uptown Wealth Management
    $35
    Received this donation 15 days ago
    Linda Kasprzak
    Linda
    “Thank you for your support. Greatly appreciated.”
  • Sue Chiasson
    $25
    Received this donation 41 days ago
    Linda Kasprzak
    Linda
    “Thank you so much Sue. This all makes a difference.”
  • Linda Kasprzak
    “Making a difference”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 47 days ago
  • Anonymous
    $20
    Received this donation 31 days ago
    Linda Kasprzak
    Linda
    “🩷”
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