Joe Flesch
- National: 145th
- State: 2nd in NJ
I'm Riding For
Rebecca JOY Flesch
"Carrying On" - One year her encouragement and congratulations to my ride included her saying, “Just keep going” and “Dad, you’re the sh$t”. You see, Rebecca JOY believed what we all do - kids should be living life, not fighting for it. Even as she fought cancer so bravely, herself, she KNEW this and continued to reach out to strangers to give support and encouragement (I have her writings and social media posts to prove it!).
My Story
If not us...who? And if not now...when?
That WHY will NEVER change. Yet, just before my FOURTH Great Cycle Challenge (GCC) in September 2025, our family began to experience the unimaginable.
And the WHY got BIGGER. PLEASE READ ON…
Over 15,700 children are diagnosed every year with cancer in the US and 38 children die every week. Raising money for the Children’s Cancer Research Fund, through the GCC, has been part of our family since 2021.
In late August of 2025, our 32-y/o daughter Rebecca JOY, was diagnosed with metastatic melanoma. For the next 7 weeks, she fought tirelessly, with bravery and a “badass bitch” attitude and strength that was congruent with her life. Her humanness never wavered, making sure her aides and caregivers ate BEFORE SHE did and making sure they laughed WHEN she did - the most unselfish gesture we have ever seen. That experience made us commit to “carrying on” what she represents, both, as part of and after her transition in mid-October of 2025.
As I plan for this year’s ride, in September of 2026, I reflected back on 3 things that she personally made sure of contributing to every GCC ride I’ve taken and which I will be DEEPLY focused on this year. She continues to give ALL of us comforting signs and reminders of her presence:
> Talk to me - I still hear you
> I have never stopped cheering you on
> You are stronger than you realize.
2026 honors Rebecca JOY; her spirit = OUR PURPOSE. I know she will visit me during my rides: as a bird, yellow butterflies and flowers with 11:11 and 2:22 appearing on my smart watch - just as she does every day.
As she believed in, I am riding for ALL of those affected by cancer - helping them to receive lifesaving treatments and to ultimately find a cure.
Please support me by making a donation to give the children the brighter futures THEY deserve.
Your donation will change lives. Your support will honor Rebecca JOY.
Remember: None of us is stronger than all of us.
Thank you.
My Legacy
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424 mi Ridden$1,667 Raised2021
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76 mi Ridden$733 Raised2023
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302 mi Ridden$796 Raised2024
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Ridden$594 Raised2025
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Ridden$895 Raised2026
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.
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$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.
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$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 49 days ago
My Sponsors
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The Simon Family
“In honor of our Rebecca Joy - I know she is so proud of you both on ride day and every day!”
$258.75Received this donation 1 day ago
Joe
“🫶 💕 Thank you!”
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Clear Cycle Advisors, LLC
$103.50Received this donation 9 days ago
Joe
“Thank you so VERY much!!”
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Ellen and Wayne Spence
“In honor of our beautiful and shining light, Rebecca JOY! 💛 Just keep going, Bro! We are continually amazed by your commitment and dedication to such a worthy cause. May Rebecca be with you every mile of your journey and come to you in the beauty of your surroundings. Sending our love, support, and thanks for your continued inspiration. We love you! 🚴❤️”
$103.50Received this donation 9 hours ago -
Karen and Brit
$103.50Received this donation 5 hours ago -
Rana and Howard Messler
“In honor of Rebecca Joy…your purpose Howard and I are honored to donate to this amazing cause. Ride this race with love and determination for the “bad ass bitch” who lives in our hearts forever as well as all the children and families that have been affected by this disease. With all our heart and much love.”
$103.50Received this donation 1 day ago
Joe
“🫶 💕 Thank you!”
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Marina Matthes
“I’m so proud of you! Have a safe ride!”
$51.75Received this donation 1 day ago
Joe
“🫶 💕 Thank you!”
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Wishart Family
““Just keep going” Uncle Joe! Proud of you and your spirit in bringing light and love to so many families experiencing this fight. Your angel will be riding with you every step of the way. Love you 💛”
$51.75Received this donation 1 day ago
Joe
“🫶 💕 Thank you!”
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Continuous Contracting LLC
“Good luck, Joe!”
$15Received this donation 1 day ago
Joe
“🫶 💕 Thank you!”
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Joe Flesch
“Kicking things off with my own personal donation to fight kids' cancer!”
$103.50Received this donation 49 days ago