Kevin Bowler
- National: 42nd
- State: 6th in IL
- My Team: 6th
I'm Riding For
Rock Madden
Rock Madden lost a long and courageous fight with ALS in Dec 2023. Much like when I first was diagnosed with Stage 4 Melanoma, ALS had little chance for long term survival. Fortunately for me, Melanoma had many advancements through immunotherapy. While I both played trial participant as well as an eventual beneficiary of progress and faith, Rock was not as fortunate. But his spirit was unwavering. There are now things in the works that may provide hope for future people diagnosed with ALS. Let's beat ALS! Let's beat children's cancer! Rock was a huge supporter of mine though my cancer journey. Those that knew Rock were fortunate. He was a one of a kind. I will think of his loud bellowing voice and laugh as I ride this September. And Rock, I promise you this ..... I will be on the lookout for Sasquatch on all my rides. You were ever vigilant looking for the mysterious Squatch. With your guidance, hopefully I find him during one of my September rides.
My Story
This will be my 4th year participating in the September month-long Great Cycle Challenge. In the first 3 year's, I've been able to ride over 1400 miles and raise almost $27K. As a cancer survivor myself, it is an opportunity for me to give back doing something I enjoy. It is a way to honor those who supported me in so many ways throughout my cancer journey. Kids fighting their own battles, along with their families, need support too.
My Legacy
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532 mi Ridden$10,486 Raised2021
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532 mi Ridden$7,849 Raised2022
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354 mi Ridden$8,353 Raised2023
My Challenge
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9.0 mi ride - Midday ride - Sunday, September 15, 2024
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16.0 mi ride - Morning Ride - Thursday, September 12, 2024
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8.0 mi ride - Lunch Ride - Tuesday, September 10, 2024
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1 Week Complete
9 Sep 2024With over a week into the 2024 Great Cycle Challenge, I finally was able to get started on riding. Making 200 miles this September will be be difficult due to several factors, but I enjoy a good challenge. But the primary reason for the GCC is to raise money to fight children's cancer, and thanks to you we are again off to a great start. As of this moment, we are ranked 10th nationally in fundraising, and for that I thank all of you. When you read some of the children' profiles on the GCC, it feels great to do something positive to help them and their families in the fight. Tomorrow, Sep 10, is GCC's Kick Cancer's Butt Day, with all online donations matched by a group of generous donors up to $1.5 million. That is great to see such terrific support behind this spirited annual event!
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4.5 mi ride - LT Skokie 2 - Monday, September 9, 2024
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13.5 mi ride - Lunch Ride LT Skokie - Monday, September 9, 2024
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$5,000 raised to fight kids' cancer!
I just hit $5,000 to fight kids' cancer! Thank you so much for your support.
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$2,500 raised to fight kids' cancer!
I just raised $2,500 to fight kids' cancer and achieved SUPERHERO LEVEL in the challenge! Thank you so much for your support.
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$2,000 raised to fight kids' cancer!
I just raised $2,000 to fight kids' cancer and achieved LEGEND LEVEL in the challenge! Thank you so much for your support.
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$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.
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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 47 days ago
My Sponsors
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Mary Bowler
$1,035Received this donation 36 days agoKevin
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Margaret Bowler
$776.25Received this donation 34 days agoKevin
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Claire Thoms
$517.50Received this donation 45 days agoKevin
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John and Anne Madden
$517.50Received this donation 34 days agoKevin
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Anonymous
$517.50Received this donation 35 days agoKevin
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Timothy Doerr
$274.28Received this donation 46 days agoKevin
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Bill & Cindy Madden
$258.75Received this donation 35 days agoKevin
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Jeffry Porter
$258.75Received this donation 35 days agoKevin
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Paul Manghera
$258.75Received this donation 46 days agoKevin
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Amy and Bob Jones
$250Received this donation 28 days agoKevin
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Irwin and Wendy Steinberg via the Steinberg Family Fund
$250Received this donation 24 days ago -
Jeff Young
$207Received this donation 38 days agoKevin
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Doug Gosney
$124.20Received this donation 39 days agoKevin
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Peter Madden
$124.20Received this donation 26 days agoKevin
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Sean Moriarty
$124.20Received this donation 30 days agoKevin
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Steve Davis
$124.20Received this donation 46 days agoKevin
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Steven Kenney
$124.20Received this donation 46 days agoKevin
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Adam Cavaliere
$103.50Received this donation 9 days agoKevin
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Alan Fleishman
$103.50Received this donation 47 days agoKevin
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Elliot Kulick
$103.50Received this donation 47 days agoKevin