Suz Bedell

Riding 100 miles for the Great Cycle Challenge in memory of my friend Nina Cottrell. Help me raise funds to support kids fighting cancer today.

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I've Ridden 33.3 mi My goal is 100 mi

My Rankings

National: 2432nd
State: 95th in MN

I've raised $571 to fight kids' cancer Donate Now

I'm Riding For

Aunt Alice Elkin

Her spirit is as vibrant as the childhood memories she gave me—from our days at the cabin at the lake to the joy of playing at her house, those moments remain a precious part of my life. Today, Alice is battling hepatocellular carcinoma (liver cancer) with the same incredible courage she has shown throughout her entire life. She has always been a pillar of strength, raising a beautiful family alongside Uncle Bill. Even now, she hasn't lost her spark—her quick wit, infectious humor, and love for golf, bowling, bingo, and the casino continue to inspire me to find joy in every day. Though we live further apart now, our phone calls remain a cherished highlight. Alice, you are a warrior, a matriarch, and a truly beautiful soul. I am so proud to be your niece, and I am honored to be riding for you every mile of the way.

My Story

29 Jun 2026

This September, I am participating in the Great Cycle Challenge to ride 100 miles in 30 days and raise vital funds to fight childhood cancer.

While I am hitting the road for the next generation of fighters, my motivation for this challenge is deeply personal.

I am dedicating every single mile to the memory of my dear friend, Nina Cottrell. Nina was an incredible person whose life was tragically cut short by breast cancer in 2020.

Though she is no longer with us, her spirit remains a constant inspiration. By riding in her honor, I hope to turn these miles into meaningful support for children who are fighting their own battles against cancer right now.

Nina’s memory reminds me of the importance of this cause, and I am honored to carry her legacy with me as I pedal toward this goal.

Please join me in supporting this mission. Every donation helps us get closer to a world where no one has to lose a friend or a child to this disease.

Thank you for your support!

Suz

My Legacy

Here's my personal impact over 4 years to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.

200 mi Ridden

$1,211 Raised

2019
Ridden

Raised

2020
76 mi Ridden

$533 Raised

2025
33 mi Ridden

$571 Raised

2026

310 mi

Ridden

$2,315

Raised

My Challenge

$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 3 days ago
18.3 mi ride - 2nd Ride for Aunt Alice - Saturday, September 5, 2026

From Deer Lake Orchard to home

Logged this ride 3 days ago
15.0 mi ride - 1st Ride For Aunt Alice - Saturday, September 5, 2026

Logged this ride 8 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 17 days ago
I Ride for Aunt Alice

19 Jul 2026

I ride in honor my wonderful Aunt Alice, whose spirit is as vibrant as the childhood memories she gave me. Whether we were at the cabin at the lake or playing at your house, those days are such a precious part of my life. Today, Alice is battling liver cancer with the same incredible courage she has shown throughout her entire life.

Alice has always been a pillar of strength, raising a beautiful family alongside Uncle Bill. Even now, she hasn't lost her spark—her quick wit, infectious humor, and love for golf, bowling, bingo, and the casino remind me to find joy in every day.

Though we live further apart now, our phone calls remain a cherished highlight. Alice, you are a warrior, a matriarch, and a truly beautiful soul. I am so proud to be your niece, and I am standing with you every step of the way.

Posted 55 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 80 days ago

My Sponsors

Elizabeth Blesi

“Thank ypu Suz for riding in mom’s honor this year!”
$103.50
Received this donation 17 days ago

Suz

“Dear Liz, I am sending you so much love. I was deeply moved by your generous donation of $100 to my Great Cycle Challenge ride for cancer awareness, especially right now. Losing your mom last week is a heavy heartbreak, and the fact that you turned around to support this cause in her honor shows the immense grace and strength you carry. Every mile I pedal will be dedicated to her memory and to honoring her legacy. Thank you for your incredible kindness during such a difficult time. Please take all the time you need to rest and heal— clear your schedule, let others take care of you, and know that I am always here whenever you need. With all my love, Suz”

Dear Liz, I am sending you so much love. I was deeply moved by your generous donation of $100 to my Great Cycle Challenge ride for cancer awareness, especially right now. Losing your mom last week is a heavy heartbreak, and the fact that you turned around to support this cause in her honor shows the immense grace and strength you carry. Every mile I pedal will be dedicated to her memory and to honoring her legacy. Thank you for your incredible kindness during such a difficult time. Please take all the time you need to rest and heal— clear your schedule, let others take care of you, and know that I am always here whenever you need. With all my love, Suz
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!”
$60
Received this donation 2 days ago

Suz
Deer Lake Orchard

“Keep up the great work Suz!”
$51.75
Received this donation 4 days ago

Suz

“Dear Jurgen, It was wonderful meeting you! I wanted to send a big thank you for supporting my Great Cycle Challenge. This is my fourth year riding, and I am dedicating my effort to the memory of my Aunt Alice, who recently lost her battle with cancer. Your generous gift at Deer Lake Orchard is a huge boost and means so much to me. Thank you for your support and for making a difference! Best wishes, Suz Bedell”

Dear Jurgen, It was wonderful meeting you! I wanted to send a big thank you for supporting my Great Cycle Challenge. This is my fourth year riding, and I am dedicating my effort to the memory of my Aunt Alice, who recently lost her battle with cancer. Your generous gift at Deer Lake Orchard is a huge boost and means so much to me. Thank you for your support and for making a difference! Best wishes, Suz Bedell
Doug and Candi Goodale

“Good luck Suz! Enjoy the ride.”
$51.75
Received this donation 76 days ago

Suz

“Thank you Doug! Your generous donation dosen't go unnoticed. I'm proud to ride in honor of Nina.”

Thank you Doug! Your generous donation dosen't go unnoticed. I'm proud to ride in honor of Nina.
Jean Malecek Hayes
$51.75
Received this donation 18 days ago

Suz

“Jean, thank you so much for the generous $50 donation to my Great Cycle Challenge! With my aunt passing away last week, this ride has become deeply personal for me. Your support for cancer research means more than I can say as I prepare to hit the road this September. Thank you for your kindness! ❤️”

Jean, thank you so much for the generous $50 donation to my Great Cycle Challenge! With my aunt passing away last week, this ride has become deeply personal for me. Your support for cancer research means more than I can say as I prepare to hit the road this September. Thank you for your kindness! ❤️
Jenny Dierkhising

“You’ve got this Suz! Nina would have loved to see you do this ride in her honor.”
$51.75
Received this donation 80 days ago

Suz

“Jenny, thank you from the bottom of my heart for your donation. Your support for the Great Cycle Challenge is amazing, and I am so honored to have you cheering me on as I ride for both the kids and in memory of Nina. Thank you for being part of this journey!”

Jenny, thank you from the bottom of my heart for your donation. Your support for the Great Cycle Challenge is amazing, and I am so honored to have you cheering me on as I ride for both the kids and in memory of Nina. Thank you for being part of this journey!
Anonymous
$51.75
Received this donation 3 days ago

Suz

“To my anonymous donor—thank you so much for the generous $50 contribution to my bicycle challenge! Your support means the world to me and goes directly to a fantastic cause. I’m riding in honor of my Aunt Alice, and knowing I have support like yours makes every mile count. Thank you!”

To my anonymous donor—thank you so much for the generous $50 contribution to my bicycle challenge! Your support means the world to me and goes directly to a fantastic cause. I’m riding in honor of my Aunt Alice, and knowing I have support like yours makes every mile count. Thank you!
Sean Daly

“Challenge accepted, Suz! 🥰 You got me started on this journey, so I’m sending the challenge right back—who will match my $52 donation to support her ride and help fight kids’ cancer? Pedal on! 🚴‍♀️😊”
$51.75
Received this donation 16 days ago

Suz

“Thank you from the bottom of my heart for the generous $50 donation toward my Great Challenge! I loved being able to support your ride, and having you turn around and back mine means the world to me. There’s nothing better than tackling a big goal together—now we just have to see who survives the hills first! Thanks for being such an awesome friend and riding partner in spirit. Now go crush your goal!!”

Thank you from the bottom of my heart for the generous $50 donation toward my Great Challenge! I loved being able to support your ride, and having you turn around and back mine means the world to me. There’s nothing better than tackling a big goal together—now we just have to see who survives the hills first! Thanks for being such an awesome friend and riding partner in spirit. Now go crush your goal!!
Robin Olson
$25.88
Received this donation 16 days ago

Suz

“Hi Robin, Thank you so much for contributing $25 toward my Great Cycle Challenge! It was so kind of you to donate, and it’s a huge boost as I finalize my prep for September. Thanks again for cheering me on! Best Wishes, Suz”

Hi Robin, Thank you so much for contributing $25 toward my Great Cycle Challenge! It was so kind of you to donate, and it’s a huge boost as I finalize my prep for September. Thanks again for cheering me on! Best Wishes, Suz
preston pool
$20.70
Received this donation 3 days ago

Suz

“Thank you from the bottom of my heart—not just for your generous $20 donation toward my bicycle challenge, but for everything you do around here. Your help in the yard and with all the odd jobs has been a tremendous help to me, and your kindness never goes unnoticed. Riding in honor of my Aunt Alice means the world to me, and having a neighbor like you in my corner makes the journey even more special. Thank you for always lending a hand!”

Thank you from the bottom of my heart—not just for your generous $20 donation toward my bicycle challenge, but for everything you do around here. Your help in the yard and with all the odd jobs has been a tremendous help to me, and your kindness never goes unnoticed. Riding in honor of my Aunt Alice means the world to me, and having a neighbor like you in my corner makes the journey even more special. Thank you for always lending a hand!
Suz Bedell

“Kicking things off with my own personal donation to fight kids' cancer!”
$50
Received this donation 81 days ago

Suz