Steve Koch

2years
Steve Koch
I am riding 300 mi in memory of my friend, Stevie Daquila. Please sponsor me and support my challenge to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.
I've Ridden 396.6 mi to fight kids' cancer
My Rankings
  • National: 5709th
  • State: 348th in IL
I've raised $129 My goal is $500 Donate Now

I'm Riding For

Stevie Daquila

My Story

15 Aug 2025

I ride for two friends—one who we lost to cancer at just 8 years old, and one who fought hard and won. Their stories are why this cause matters so much to me.

The truth is, cancer is the #1 killer of children by disease in the U.S. Every year 15,700 kids are diagnosed, and 38 children die every week. That’s 38 families forever changed—and it’s 38 too many.

I’m riding in the Great Cycle Challenge to raise funds for the Children’s Cancer Research Fund—fueling research, better treatments, and hope for a cure.

💛 Please donate if you can. Every dollar helps give kids the future they deserve.

My Legacy

Here's my personal impact over 2 years to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.
  • 547 mi Ridden
    $104 Raised
    2020
  • 397 mi Ridden
    $129 Raised
    2025
2years
944 mi
Ridden
$233
Raised

My Challenge

  • 26.2 mi ride - Morning Ride - Sunday, October 5, 2025
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    Logged this ride 4 days ago - View on Strava
  • Cancer doesn’t stop...neither am I.
    3 Oct 2025

    Yesterday was my 57th birthday 🎉 and apparently, my idea of celebrating is hopping on a bike for a “light” 25.34-mile ride. (Nothing says “party” like quads on fire, right?) 🚴‍♂️

    I’ve hit my mileage goal, but since the donation deadline is extended through Oct 31, I’m still riding for the kids. 💛 Please donate if you can. Thank you!

    Cancer doesn’t stop...neither am I.
    Posted 6 days ago
  • 25.3 mi ride - Afternoon Ride - Thursday, October 2, 2025
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    Logged this ride 7 days ago - View on Strava
  • I'M NOT STOPPING
    1 Oct 2025

    🚴‍♂️ Update time! (Yes, I’m behind, so you’re getting a 2-for-1 special today. No refunds. 😆)

    Between Sunday’s ride and today’s spin, I’ve pedaled my way up to 342.07 total miles in the Great Cycle Challenge! That’s a lot of saddle time, a lot of snacks, and way too much wind in my face on the ride back home. 🌬️

    Even though the official cycling portion wrapped up September 30th, I’ll keep riding through October (as long as Mother Nature doesn’t throw me into a headwind tornado). The best part? The donation deadline has been extended to October 31st! 🎉 So there’s still time to support the Children’s Cancer Research Fund and help kids fight cancer. 💛

    #GreatCycleChallengeUSA #PedalForACause #KidsFightingCancer #342MilesAndCounting

    I'M NOT STOPPING
    Posted 9 days ago
  • 24.2 mi ride - Afternoon Ride - Tuesday, September 30, 2025
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    Logged this ride 9 days ago - View on Strava
  • 51.5 mi ride - Afternoon Ride - Sunday, September 28, 2025
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    Logged this ride 11 days ago - View on Strava
  • Keep On Keeping On
    28 Sep 2025

    Behind on my updates but not on the miles — 269.29 so far, and I’ll break 300 today! 🚴‍♂️💪

    The official cycling portion ends Sept 30th, but I’m stubborn, so I’ll keep pedaling through Oct 31st while the donation deadline is still open. 🍂

    I’m behind on my fundraising though, and that’s where YOU come in. Any size one-time donation helps kids, families, and cancer research. Even $5 makes a difference (and keeps me pedaling with purpose).

    👉 Please consider helping by clicking the Donate Now button and THANK YOU for helping children and their families.

    Keep On Keeping On
    Posted 11 days ago
  • 23.5 mi ride - Afternoon Ride - Thursday, September 25, 2025
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    Logged this ride 14 days ago - View on Strava
  • Ride #7... Pluggin Away
    25 Sep 2025

    Ride #7 is in the books! 🚴‍♂️ Added 30.38 miles on Monday, which brings me to 245.83 total. My “200-mile goal” is now somewhere in the rearview mirror, but I’m still pedaling for the Children’s Cancer Research Fund. 💛

    Good news: the donation deadline got extended to Oct 31st—so you still have time to chip in! This isn’t a per-mile deal, just a one-time donation (so no excuses 😉).

    👉Please click the Donate Now button and let’s crush cancer together! 🙌

    Ride #7... Pluggin Away
    Posted 14 days ago
  • 30.4 mi ride - Afternoon Ride - Monday, September 22, 2025
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    Logged this ride 17 days ago - View on Strava
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My Sponsors

  • Facebook Fundraiser Donation
    $51.52
    Received this donation 39 days ago
    Steve Koch
    Steve
    “I’m so grateful for your donation, Stacey—it means the world to me and even more to the children we’re riding for. Thank you standing with me. Together, we’re making a real difference.”
  • Greg Zick
    $31.05
    Received this donation 40 days ago
    Steve Koch
    Steve
    “You rock Greg! Thanks for believing in this cause and backing me in the Great Cycle Challenge.”
  • Amanda House
    $20.70
    Received this donation 38 days ago
    Steve Koch
    Steve
    “Huge thanks, Amanda! Your gift gives kids hope and me blisters. Fair trade!”
  • David Lohrbach
    $20.70
    Received this donation 41 days ago
    Steve Koch
    Steve
    “Couldn’t do this without you, David—you’re part of every mile I ride!”
  • Anonymous
    “Love ya Steve! Keep doing amazing!”
    $5
    Received this donation 42 days ago
    Steve Koch
    Steve
    “I can’t thank you enough for your donation! Your kindness keeps me pedaling and brings us closer to a cure.”
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