Michael Kuttner
- National: 153rd
- State: 2nd in MA
- My Team: 1st
I'm Riding For
Connie Kuttner
I will pedal 200 miles solo in honor of my mother who is truly loved and greatly missed.
My Story
TO MY COMPASSIONATE SUPPORTERS :
This is my third year supporting children's cancer research and I'm very happy that you my great caring supporters raised $5,124 last September for such a worthy cause. There are a lot of good people in this world and the amount of support for these children is testament to that.
Your support is very much needed and appreciated.
Imagine the frightened face of a sick child battling cancer....now imagine that child is yours. Would you want people to show compassion and help in some way?
We welcome a cute little girl Lila who recently joined the GCC community.
She has been battling cancer and various other health issues since before birth when she had a stroke while still in the womb leaving her non verbal. Her positive and endearing demeanor is an example we can all learn from.
I will carry her in my thoughts throughout September.
On a different note over the winter I was informed I'm cleared of Melanoma which I've had since 2022. I'm now facing a new obstacle having been diagnosed needing double bi pass surgery.
I have not quit training and I will be ready. Surgery is planned for October following the event.
As part of 1000 miles I pledged I will pedal 200 miles solo in a day in memory of my mother Connie Kuttner which is by far the longest ride of my life and should take 16~18 hours ( 2 a.m.-7 p.m.) if all goes as planned. I get vertigo and have never ridden at night so that should be interesting. Anyway that is my goal. Your support is very much appreciated.
KIDS SHOULD BE LIVING LIFE,
NOT FIGHTING FOR IT
I'm raising funds through my challenge to help these kids and support the SickKids Foundation to allow them to continue their work in developing treatments and finding a cure for childhood cancer.
I'm @ greatcyclechallenge/riders/MichaelKuttner
Thank you for caring and supporting children's cancer research.
My Legacy
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927 mi Ridden$3,514 Raised2022
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1,003 mi Ridden$5,124 Raised2023
My Challenge
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The final push
2 Oct 2024I would first like to thank my awesome donors for your thoughtful and generous support. You are giving children and their families hope for their future. For that I sincerely thank you.
As planned I began my final ride at about 9:00 pm Saturday night not knowing what I had left in the tank to ride another 200 miles. My plan was to ride till I couldn’t. I hit that mark at mile 208 elated after 20 hours of riding that I actually reached it.
Thank you all for the kind words of support for my rides. You are the backbone of this event.👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
Posted 21 days ago -
208.1 mi ride - Saturday, September 28, 2024
Logged this ride 24 days ago -
❤️FOR THE KIDS❤️
28 Sep 2024After a great month of fundraising I’m very happy to have raised $5000 for children and their families who are struggling with cancer in their lives. A great feeling to know we have made an impact by raising funds from many compassionate friends and associates. In total we have raised over $13,000 in 3 years riding for the kids.
My riding has been limited this year so very long rides have been my choice to make up miles. I feel good about all my rides but riding a double century was the ultimate challenge. It’s why I trained 4 months this year. I’m not sure what is left in the tank but tonight I will pedal as many miles as I can ride to complete my journey.
I will start tonight 9pm planning to finish by 6-7 pm Sunday night.
This ride is for the families who lost a child during September. We carry you in our hearts.
I wish everyone the best and stay safe.
Ok see you at the finish line.💪🏾
Posted 25 days ago -
140.6 mi ride - Sunday, September 22, 2024
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HURRY UP AND WAIT
21 Sep 2024Well it’s been raining for several days just as it did last year’s final 2 weeks. I’m bundled up for the crisp chilly night riding. 58*
I may not meet my pledged miles but I feel great about fundraising reaching $5025 not counting my team and still receiving contributions. Having done my first 3 weeks ago it would sprinkle sugar on an already great September of fundraising to me if I ride another double century.
I love the challenge and I actually like night riding enjoying lots of nocturnal creatures.
I’ve learned being physically prepared is great but if not mentally prepared it may be a long miserable experience.
That said I’m here primarily to raise as much funds as possible which I started early so I can focus on riding more.
With just over a week left I’m ready to pedal as are many who sat through days of rain. Everyone stay safe and enjoy the ride.
Posted 31 days ago -
80.1 mi ride - Saturday, September 14, 2024
Logged this ride 39 days ago -
NEVER QUIT
10 Sep 2024(Sept 7) As I did on 9/1 I once again set out at midnight 9/7 on a journey to chase the 200 mile mark. It was an extremely long day in the saddle. Riding at night is actually enjoyable with proper lighting. I pedaled 18 hours to reach my goal but I was completely exhausted. It took everything I had left to finish.
To all the great GCC kids we are thinking of you and inspired by your strength. You’re awesome❤️
Posted 42 days ago -
200.1 mi ride - Saturday, September 7, 2024
Logged this ride 45 days ago -
Not quite
7 Sep 2024Sept 1). I started at midnight Saturday night in light rain prepared to ride 200 miles but it went from misty drizzle to light rain about 80 miles in. I was near 102 miles when it started raining hard. I rode another 8 miles to reach 110 and headed to my truck soaked to the bone. For a crappy day I’ll take it. I came up short but I will return to try again. It is my choice to get off my bike when I need a break. Children battling cancer have no break, have no choice so they continue their fight. Please support their plight🙏🏼
Posted 46 days ago -
$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.
Posted 48 days ago -
110.0 mi ride - Duh leted my miles - Sunday, September 1, 2024
From Blackstone Valley to Blackstone Valley
Logged this ride 51 days ago -
$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.
Posted 59 days ago -
Feel the burn
16 Aug 20248/16/24
Meet Jessly,
She is 5 years old and has been living with many illnesses since an infant when a large tumor was removed from her brain.
The surgeons could only remove about 75% of the tumor leading to many chemotherapy treatments.
Jessly is a real fighter and always a pleasure to drs and staff. Her smile lights up a room.
On a different note we are nearing the end of training ( 5 months ) while anticipating an event filled month to raise funds for very sick children.
To those who support me now and in the future thank you. You are helping families who may otherwise have no support so please give hope for future generations.
My training is now up to 60 miles a day which I will continue till 8/28. Then I rest till I ride the double century. It will be a very long day ( 16-18 hours ) in the saddle but pales in comparison to a child suffering from cancer. I can stop to rest or even quit anytime. These kids have no choice but continue their fight.
I will carry you great kids in my heart.
Please support children enduring cancer by contributing to my campaign.
THANK YOU
FOR YOUR COMPASSION
Greatcyclechallenge/michaelkuttner
Thank you for your kindness
Posted 67 days ago -
$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 84 days ago -
PERSEVERENCE
12 Jul 20247/13/24
Welcome Lila,
We’re happy to ride for you and have you as part of our great team.
You are an inspiration to all .
Thank you 🙏🏼
Posted 102 days ago -
$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.
Posted 122 days ago -
$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.
Posted 122 days ago -
$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.
Posted 138 days ago -
$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 225 days ago
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!”
$674.43Received this donation 42 days ago
Michael
“THANK YOU FOR HELPING ME HELP THE KIDS AND FAMILIES ❤️GCC KIDS ROCK❤️”
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Ginger Lyons de Neufville
“Congratulations, Michael on riding for three years.”
$274.28Received this donation 57 days ago
Michael
“Hello Ginger, I wanted you to take care of your health first and foremost but it is very much appreciated what you do for these families suffering. Thank you for your generous support and I wish you a speedy recovery 🙏🏼”
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Thomas McGuire
“Great work, Mike!”
$274.28Received this donation 80 days ago
Michael
“Hey Tom, These great kids deserve the best and you are just that !!! Thank you so much for your compassion and generosity”
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Ann and Michael
“Wishing you a smooth road and cool breezes on your rides, Michael!”
$207Received this donation 48 days ago
Michael
“Thank you Ann and Mike for supporting these great kids and their families through such difficult times for the third year. Every child is special but please go on my sight and read about a 14 year old child who for 15 yrs has battled many illnesses. She started life by having a stroke in the womb leaving her non verbal. Cerebral palsy and many other illnesses have followed her through her life. 14 years old and never had a childhood. That’s sad but I hope you bring to his families. Bring some joy to their life knowing other people care. I thank you for your support for three consecutive years of championing children in need.🙏🏼”
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Jennifer Kenneally
“Mike, So honored to support your ride again this year. Keep on biking!”
$200Received this donation 48 days ago
Michael
“Hello Jennifer , You’re such a kind and giving person. The families you are helping are very thankful to have your support through these difficult times. I’m not sure when but there is a 200 mile ride in my future. It requires 17-18 hours pedaling so we shall see how prepared I am.”
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lucien tetreault
$155.25Received this donation 30 days ago
Michael
“Thank you Lucien for your generous and thoughtful donation to children and their families in crisis. The recipient families will be forever grateful for your kindness. Thanks again🙏🏼”
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Anonymous
$155.25Received this donation 42 days ago
Michael
“Thank you for your generous support for children’s cancer research. It helps sick children and gives families hope. It is very much needed and appreciated.🙏🏼”
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JANET HALLEY
“Go Michael!!! You are the best!!! JH”
$124.20Received this donation 225 days ago
Michael
“Janet I’m so happy to have your continued support. You are making a big difference in sick children’s lives. Thank you”
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M Nadeau
“All the best to you!”
$124.20Received this donation 122 days ago
Michael
“Thank you Marc and Shelly for your continued support for children and their families experiencing such peril.”
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Go for it Mike!!!!
$103.50Received this donation 42 days ago
Michael
“Thank you Wendy and Chuck for your kindness and support to help children and their families struggling with cancer. You’re awesome !!! 🙏🏼”
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Jacqui Paradis
“I am so proud of you Mike. What a lovely tribute to Aunt Connie. Keep up the good work and know future generations will benefit from your kindness.”
$103.50Received this donation 107 days ago
Michael
“Good morning Jacqui. That is very generous and thoughtful of you to support families in peril. Thank you so much for your contribution”
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Joann Gauthier
“You’ve got this!!!”
$103.50Received this donation 138 days ago
Michael
“Thank you so much Joann. You are helping to help sick children and their families.”
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GCC Anonymous 2024
$100Received this donation 18 days ago
Michael
“Thank you so much for supporting the children and their families struggling with cancer. Without good people like yourself this event would not exist. Thank you🙏🏼”
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Jack Grygiel
“All children deserve a good childhood 🩷”
$100Received this donation 76 days ago
Michael
“You’re a good man Jack. Thank you for your generous contribution to help children living with cancer 🙏🏼”
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Ken Ramsey Karen Edwards
“May all children be cancer free someday ❤️”
$100Received this donation 182 days ago
Michael
“Ken and Karen you’re both awesome for caring and helping innocent children and their families through such difficult times. Thank you 🙏🏼”
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Kevin. SOS STORAGE CO.
“All children deserve a good life.”
$100Received this donation 47 days ago
Michael
“You’re a great guy Kevin. This world would be a better place with more people like you. Thank you 🙏🏼”
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Peter and Jodie
“Ride on Mike!”
$100Received this donation 84 days ago
Michael
“Hello Peter and Jodie . Thank you so much for your support and compassion for kids and their families.🙏🏼”
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Shirley Almeida
$100Received this donation 102 days ago
Michael
“Thank you so much Shirley for your generosity and compassion 🙏🏼. You are helping families through great peril.”
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Susan J Couturier
“Let's kick cancer's butt!”
$72.45Received this donation 42 days ago
Michael
“Thank you Sue for supporting children and their families struggling with cancer.🙏🏼”
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Anonymous
“Congrats Mike, on achieving your goal!”
$51.75Received this donation 16 days ago
Michael
“Thank you so much for contributing to such a worthy cause. Many families are thankful for your kindness and generosity.🙏🏼”