Ross Wunderlich
- National: 262nd
- State: 1st in SD
My Story
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 5th 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 500 miles which is about 125/week. So far this year, I've averaged 143/week. Travels have an impact however. You all responded so generously in past years with over $11,400 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
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1,006 mi Ridden$4,372 Raised2021
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1,480 mi Ridden$3,962 Raised2022
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809 mi Ridden$934 Raised2023
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689 mi Ridden$2,190 Raised2024
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670 mi Ridden$3,669 Raised2025
My Challenge
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The Final Tally
30 Sep 2025Hey everyone. It’s September 30th…the last day of our fundraiser. Wanted to give you the final tally. We…that’s you and I….donated $3,669 this year. That is incredible. Way beyond my expectations and goals. Thank you!
Mileage total is 670 miles ridden for the month. I was hoping to ride some more today to get over the 700 hurdle, but I had a bit of a mishap last night in our MTB group ride. Cut my leg requiring stitches. Ouch! I’m thankful for friends and our great healer and creator for getting me thru this month. It’s been a challenge.
Thank you all again for your support and encouragement. Hopefully there are some new cures for kids dealing with cancer over the coming year as a result of your generosity.
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4.3 mi ride - Afternoon Ride - Monday, September 29, 2025
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46.5 mi ride - Morning Ride - Monday, September 29, 2025
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52.0 mi ride - Morning Ride - Sunday, September 28, 2025
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25.0 mi ride - Lunch Ride - Wednesday, September 24, 2025
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40.4 mi ride - Afternoon Ride - Tuesday, September 23, 2025
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Mission Accomplished
23 Sep 2025We did it! Completed the 500th mile for the month on our group MTB ride tonight. Woo hoo! Thank you all again for your financial support and encouragement.
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8.1 mi ride - Afternoon Ride - Monday, September 22, 2025
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62.7 mi ride - Lunch Ride - Sunday, September 21, 2025
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Just about there
20 Sep 2025Well, I’ve got only 69 miles to go to reach my mileage goal. It’s been a challenge this year. Had a diverticulitis infection, hit my head on my bike hanging from the ceiling in the garage, and hurt my back shoveling gravel……all in the past few weeks. Thru it all, God has been so good to me healing my body. Thru your generosity, kids with cancer challenges will also hopefully be healed. Thank you all for your contributions. I’ll keep plugging along in the saddle to rack up as many miles as I can. This is the final push.
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My Sponsors
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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!”
$641.38Received this donation 20 days ago
Ross
“Thank you for the resources you provided to help cure cancer.”
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Richard & Amy Pettigrew
“Great cause, Brother. Have fun, stay safe!”
$517.50Received this donation 24 days ago
Ross
“Thank you both once again for your overwhelming generosity.”
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Brad Estes
“Thanks for doing this Ross!”
$274.28Received this donation 20 days ago
Ross
“Thank you Brad and Deb for your contribution and help with MTB riding over the years. You are great neighbors.”
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Michael Inbody
$207Received this donation 17 days ago
Ross
“Thank you Mike and Yvonne. Appreciate your generosity and support. Keep on pedaling.”
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Corey Schmidt
“Good idea!! Keep on keeping on!!”
$155.25Received this donation 19 days ago
Ross
“Thank you Corey. Keep on pedaling.”
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Barbara Ostendorf
“Good job Ross. I’m proud of you son”
$124.20Received this donation 19 days ago
Ross
“Thanks mom”
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Regan "Trip" McClurkin
“Ross, Thank you so much for partnering one of your joys with this cause! It is an honor to be a friend of yours.”
$124.20Received this donation 21 days ago
Ross
“Thanks for your support Trip. Appreciate it.”
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Anonymous
“super job”
$103.50Received this donation 13 days ago
Ross
“Thanks my friend.”
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Sherry Wonderlich
$103.50Received this donation 27 days ago
Ross
“Thank you Sherry. You are awesome.”
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Anonymous
$103.50Received this donation 10 days ago
Ross
“Thanks for support whomever you are 😁. Appreciate your help.”
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Tyler Lusk
$103.50Received this donation 27 days ago
Ross
“Thanks again Tyler. Huge help!”
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Andy Hull
“Nice work Ross!”
$72.45Received this donation 17 days ago
Ross
“Thanks again Andy for your generosity and support.”
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Blake Wadsworth
“Keep up the good work!”
$72.45Received this donation 17 days ago
Ross
“Thanks Blake. Keep on pedaling.”
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Dave Braley
$72.45Received this donation 20 days ago
Ross
“Thanks Dave”
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Robert Gremillion
“Kick cancers butt!”
$72.45Received this donation 21 days ago
Ross
“Thanks Robert. Keep on pedaling brother.”
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Robert McCoy
“Ross, thank you for your willingness to ride for Young lives with this horrible illness. Thoughts and prayers will be given for safety and comfort for your month long endeavor.”
$72.45Received this donation 21 days ago
Ross
“Thanks Bob. You know me…..pedal pedal pedal.”
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Brenda Magadanz
“Keep it going Ross!!!!”
$51.75Received this donation 26 days ago
Ross
“Thanks Brenda. You’ve been so supportive over the years. Really appreciate it.”
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Dan Kohles
$51.75Received this donation 21 days ago
Ross
“Thanks Dan. Appreciate your help in this endeavor.”
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Joel
“Go get those miles!”
$51.75Received this donation 21 days ago
Ross
“Thanks for support Joel.”
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Stewart Bofenkamp
$51.75Received this donation 20 days ago
Ross
“Thanks for your help Stew.”