David Gugel

10years All Star
David Gugel
I am riding 300 mi in memory of Owen Klemm. Please sponsor me and support my challenge to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.
I've Ridden 309.0 mi to fight kids' cancer
My Rankings
  • National: 867th
  • State: 15th in AZ
I've raised $1,775 My goal is $2,000 Donate Now

I'm Riding For

Owen Klemm

This is my 10th year of riding in the Great Cycle Challenge and I thank those who have pitched in, in previous years to support this worthwhile cause of fighting childhood cancer. This year I’m riding in memory of Owen Klemm, in June of 2024, just after celebrating his 2nd birthday, Owen was diagnosed with high-risk neuroblastoma, a rare and aggressive form of cancer. His diagnosis turned the Klemm family’s world upside down, as they learned the cancer had metastasized throughout his body. He fought a difficult fight and unfortunately didn’t win the battle. My ride didn’t help him, but his fight is reason enough for me to ride and bring attention to his plight and those of children like him. All proceeds from your contributions go to the Children’s Cancer Research fund and all donations are tax deductible. Children should not have to go through this, their parents shouldn’t have to go through watching their child struggle and suffer. Please help by donating - a little goes a long way. Thank you!

My Story

23 Aug 2026

This September, I am taking part in the Great Cycle Challenge to fight kids' cancer!

Why? Because right now, cancer is the biggest killer of children from disease in the United States. Over 15,700 children are diagnosed every year, and sadly, 38 children die of cancer every week.

Kids should be living life, not fighting for it.

So I am raising funds 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.

Your support will change little lives.

Thank you.

David

My Legacy

Here's my personal impact over 10 years to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.
  • 326 mi Ridden
    $1,025 Raised
    2017
  • 390 mi Ridden
    $1,490 Raised
    2018
  • 433 mi Ridden
    $842 Raised
    2019
  • 468 mi Ridden
    $1,149 Raised
    2020
  • 371 mi Ridden
    $2,276 Raised
    2021
  • 358 mi Ridden
    $2,678 Raised
    2022
  • 305 mi Ridden
    $2,582 Raised
    2023
  • 405 mi Ridden
    $3,189 Raised
    2024
  • 321 mi Ridden
    $1,767 Raised
    2025
  • 309 mi Ridden
    $1,775 Raised
    2026
10years
3,685 mi
Ridden
$18,772
Raised

My Challenge

  • 33.2 mi ride - Ride #8 of the Great Cycle Challenge 2026 - Wednesday, September 30, 2026
    Map
    Logged this ride 2 days ago - View on Strava
  • 17.0 mi ride - Stationary bike ride for the Great Cycle Challenge 2026 - Tuesday, September 29, 2026
    Logged this ride 3 days ago - View on Strava
  • 10.1 mi ride - Stationary bike ride for the Great Cycle Challenge 2026 - Monday, September 28, 2026
    Logged this ride 4 days ago - View on Strava
  • 36.2 mi ride - Ride #7 of the Great Cycle Challenge 2026 - Saturday, September 26, 2026
    Map
    Logged this ride 6 days ago - View on Strava
  • 30.4 mi ride - Ride #6 of the Great Cycle Challenge 2026 - Thursday, September 24, 2026
    Map
    Logged this ride 8 days ago - View on Strava
  • 30.1 mi ride - Ride #5 of the Great Cycle Challenge 2026 - Tuesday, September 22, 2026
    Map
    Logged this ride 10 days ago - View on Strava
  • 16.4 mi ride - Stationary bike ride for the Great Cycle Challenge 2026 - Thursday, September 17, 2026
    Logged this ride 15 days ago - View on Strava
  • 30.0 mi ride - Ride #4 of the Great Cycle Challenge 2026 - Tuesday, September 15, 2026
    Map
    Logged this ride 17 days ago - View on Strava
  • 13.2 mi ride - Stationary bike ride for the Great Cycle Challenge 2026 - Monday, September 14, 2026
    Logged this ride 18 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 20 days ago

My Sponsors

  • 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!”
    $150.01
    Received this donation 22 days ago
    David Gugel
    David
    “Thank you all so much for your matched gift!!! Your generosity inspired more people to give to make a larger impact in this fight against childhood cancer!!! Thank you for making a difference in little lives! God bless you!”
  • Annette Whittemore
    “Best of luck for a smooth journey!”
    $124.20
    Received this donation 26 days ago
    David Gugel
    David
    “Thank you Annette for your generous support again this year and promoting my ride to your friends! I so appreciate your support over the years, together we will help find better treatments and cures in fighting cancer. God bless!”
  • Anonymous
    “Stay cool, my friend.”
    $103.50
    Received this donation 28 days ago
    David Gugel
    David
    “Thank you so much for your generous donation and kicking off the challenge in a big way!!! Your generosity is so appreciated by the families and children touched by cancer and it’s also appreciated by me. God bless you!”
  • Rick Sawin
    “Way to go David. Thank you for your persistent and caring focus on making a difference. Stay safe and good luck on achieving your goal.”
    $103.50
    Received this donation 2 days ago
    David Gugel
    David
    “Rick thank you so much for your continued generosity. It was such a blessing to return from my final ride and see your support. I appreciate all you have given in past years and today. Thank you so much for making a difference in little lives. God bless!”
  • Ron and Linda Bruce
    “David, you continue to inspire us with your fight to help kids with cancer and we’re thrilled to support you in your ride to save lives! Bless you my friend!”
    $103.50
    Received this donation 8 days ago
    David Gugel
    David
    “Ron and Linda thank you guys for your support over the years and your generosity to help these children in their fight against cancer!! Your support will help find better treatments and cures to fight this terrible disease! God bless you friends!”
  • Stephanie Brooks
    “Thank you, Dave for continuing to help kids in the fight for their lives.”
    $103.50
    Received this donation 23 days ago
    David Gugel
    David
    “Stephanie thank you so much again for your support year after year, not just financially but also in spreading the word. I so appreciate you! God bless you for making a difference in little lives!”
  • Susan DeLorme
    $103.50
    Received this donation 20 days ago
    David Gugel
    David
    “Thank you Susan for your support over the years and your generosity again this year! You are making a difference in little lives and it is so appreciated!! May God continue to bless you!”
  • Travis Mullen
    “Great work Dave! I'm proud to call you my neighbor and brother!”
    $103.50
    Received this donation 2 days ago
    David Gugel
    David
    “Travis thank you so much for your generous support this year it is so appreciated by the children and their families. Your gift will fund research for better treatments and cures for childhood cancer. Thank you for making a difference in little lives. God bless you.”
  • Fred Domenigoni
    “Thank you for doing this every year. Such a worthy adventure...”
    $100
    Received this donation 2 days ago
    David Gugel
    David
    “Fred thank you again for your generosity this year. I so appreciate your support over the many years of my riding. Please know that these families and their children are also very grateful. You are making a difference in little lives God bless you my friend.”
  • Matched Day Matching 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 fight kids' cancer!”
    $81.29
    Received this donation 8 days ago
    David Gugel
    David
    “Thank you guys so much for putting funds together to create a second donation match day. That is incredible!!! Thank you!!!”
  • Alice Hernandez
    “David wishing you the absolute best in this great fundraising and your ride for the cause.”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 25 days ago
    David Gugel
    David
    “Thank you Alice for your support over the years and your generosity again this year. It means so much to me and the families of these children. Thank you for the difference you are making in little lives. God bless you.”
  • Anonymous
    “Way to go, David! 🎉 Thank you for doing this every year ❤️”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 8 days ago
    David Gugel
    David
    “Thank you so much for your generous gift to help find better treatments and cures for these children!!! God bless you for making a difference in little lives!”
  • Cheryl Goodyear
    $51.75
    Received this donation 20 hours ago
    David Gugel
    David
    “Thank you so much for your generous support Cheryl it is so appreciated by the children and their families. Your gift will fund research for better more effective treatments and cures for childhood cancer. Thank you for making a difference in little lives!!! God bless you.”
  • Elisabeth Axtmann
    “Wishing you well on this amazing and wonderful journey. Stay safe and enjoy Thank you Elisabeth”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 24 days ago
    David Gugel
    David
    “Elisabeth, thank you for your generosity again this year and years past. Your donation means so much to these families and to me also. You are making a difference in little lives. Good bless you!”
  • Karen Brown
    “Keep on rolling for cancer research!”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 23 days ago
    David Gugel
    David
    “Thank you Karen for your generous support over the years, making an impact in the fight against childhood cancer and making a difference in little lives. God bless you!”
  • Kathleen Hoertz
    $51.75
    Received this donation 25 days ago
    David Gugel
    David
    “Thank you Kathleen for your generous support and partnering with me in this fight against childhood cancer! Your donation will help researchers find better treatments and cures for children battling cancer. Thank you for making a difference in little lives!! God bless you!”
  • Lisa Bravo
    “Thank you for always supporting St Jude. You’re always thinking of others. 🙏🏼😃”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 2 days ago
    David Gugel
    David
    “Lisa, thank you for your on-going generous support in the fight against childhood cancer and making a difference in little lives. God bless you for all you do!”
  • Mark Elinson
    “Every year you are a champion!! Great work!”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 24 days ago
    David Gugel
    David
    “Mark! Thank you for supporting this effort year after year! Your generosity is helping to find better treatments and eventually cures in the fight against childhood cancer. Thank you for being a difference maker. God bless you!”
  • Valerie Kloft
    “This is so great David!”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 24 days ago
    David Gugel
    David
    “Thank you Valerie for your generous support again this year! I so appreciate your donation in helping these little ones battling cancer as do their families! God bless you for making a difference in little lives!”
  • Linda Anderson
    $25.88
    Received this donation 13 days ago
    David Gugel
    David
    “Thank you Linda for your support over the years! I so appreciate you and the blessing you are to others. God bless you!”
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