Steve Ashton

5years All Star
Steve Ashton
I am riding 100 km in memory of Mum & Dad. Please sponsor me and support my challenge to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.
I've Ridden 147.9 km to fight kids' cancer
My Rankings
  • National: 89th
  • State: 24th in Vic
  • My Team: 1st
I've raised $4,459 My goal is $5,000 Donate Now

I'm Riding For

Mum & Dad

Mum & Dad

Mum and Dad never got the chance to enjoy being Grandparents to our two wonderful kids because of cancer, so I want to contribute towards a cure for this so future generations can live long enough to enjoy the fruits of a good life

My Story

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

Because right now, cancer is the largest single killer of children from disease in Australia – over 700 children are diagnosed with cancer every year and sadly, 3 die every week.

Kids should be living life, not fighting for it.

And so I am riding and raising funds to support the Children's Medical Research Institute to continue their work into the prevention, diagnosis, treatment and finding a cure for childhood cancer.

Please support my challenge by making a donation through my fundraising page to give these kids the brighter futures they deserve.

Together, we can save little lives.

Thanks for your support.

Steve

My Legacy

Here's my personal impact over 5 years to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.
  • 137 km Ridden
    $4,505 Raised
    2020
  • Ridden
    Raised
    2021
  • 116 km Ridden
    $5,057 Raised
    2022
  • Ridden
    Raised
    2023
5years
400 km
Ridden
$14,021
Raised

My Challenge

  • That's it for 2024!
    31 Oct 2024

    A quick thank you to all of my supporters in the GCC 2024 fundraising challenge.

    A great result thanks to your generosity which will go towards making life just a little easier for kids with cancer.

    Thank you all

    Steve

    That's it for 2024!
    Posted 21 days ago
  • 9.2 km ride - Evening Ride - Wednesday, October 30, 2024
    Map
    Logged this ride 22 days ago - View on Strava
  • 8.5 km ride - Head Clearer - Sunday, October 27, 2024
    Logged this ride 26 days ago - View on Strava
  • East Gippsland Rail Trail
    22 Oct 2024

    I slipped back west on the map to hit Bairnsdale and the start of the East Gippsland Rail Trail at Howitt Park. What an awesome location. Well over 100kms of good track to navigate (I didn't get the whole track in due to accommodation challenges - maybe next time).

    Beautiful pastures and lovely views - very nice :)

    East Gippsland Rail Trail
    Posted 30 days ago
  • 25.4 km ride - East Gippsland Rail Trail-head run - Monday, October 21, 2024
    Map
    Logged this ride 32 days ago - View on Strava
  • 8.5 km ride - Bairnsdale scenic tour - Sunday, October 20, 2024
    Map
    Logged this ride 32 days ago - View on Strava
  • 8.3 km ride - Arvo water side run - Saturday, October 19, 2024
    Map
    Logged this ride 33 days ago - View on Strava
  • 9.1 km ride - Lakes Entrance shoreline - Saturday, October 19, 2024
    Map
    Logged this ride 34 days ago - View on Strava
  • 14.6 km ride - Lakes Explorer - Friday, October 18, 2024
    Map
    Logged this ride 35 days ago - View on Strava
  • 7.1 km ride - Afternoon pedal down the waterfront - Thursday, October 17, 2024
    Map
    Logged this ride 35 days ago - View on Strava
  • Location change....
    17 Oct 2024

    OK, I have dropped in to Lakes Entrance for a few days to ensure some variety as I pedal around for the GCC. See my drone pic of the view @ 100 metres altitude!

    Officially...this place is amazing. So relaxing, quiet, full of friendly people who actually nod or say 'Hi' as I cycle past them. Such a change from the city life.

    Don't even get me started on the seafood either....unbelievably fresh.

    The first ride is done and I have now riden from one end of the 'Lakes' to the other, visited the entrance itself, the Coast Guard, the Port Authority buildings and more. Next ride will likely be a meander around the town centre just to get my bearings.

    Thank you everyone for the support! I have now successfully surpassed my fundraising goal for this year as well as hitting and exceeding the $10,000 total funds raised milestone! Over $13k and counting - all thanks to you and your generosity :)

    Sincere thanks to you all.

    Steve

    Location change....
    Posted 36 days ago
  • 12.0 km ride - Tour de Lakes Entrance - Thursday, October 17, 2024
    Map
    Logged this ride 36 days ago - View on Strava
  • 8.7 km ride - Lunch Ride - Tuesday, October 15, 2024
    Map
    Logged this ride 38 days ago - View on Strava
  • 11.3 km ride - Afternoon Ride - Saturday, October 12, 2024
    Map
    Logged this ride 40 days ago - View on Strava
  • Kick Cancer's Butt day brought out the generosity in so many supporters!
    9 Oct 2024

    I am once again humbled and super appreciative of the amazing support that this cause induces in my family, friends and work colleagues. I have exceeded my fundraising goal already today thanks to your generosity!

    Something else that I am extremely proud of is reaching and now exceeding the $10,000 milestone of funds raised over the 5 years I have participated in the GCC event.

    Seeing that figure appear and then extend even further makes this all worth the effort.

    I am nowhere near a decent fitness level, but pushing through a lot of 'old man' pain for this is the ultimate reward, so a sincere thank you to every one of my supporters!

    I can't wait for the next couple of weeks - stay tuned for some cool pics of my rides!

    Kick Cancer's Butt day brought out the generosity in so many supporters!
    Posted 43 days ago
  • 11.3 km ride - Cycle - Cyclemeter - Wednesday, October 9, 2024
    Map
    Logged this ride 43 days ago - View on Strava
  • $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 43 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 44 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 44 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 44 days ago
  • 5.1 km ride - Rowville - Cycle - Cyclemeter - Sunday, October 6, 2024
    Map
    Logged this ride 47 days ago - View on Strava
  • Cobwebs are gone, and the cramps begin!....
    1 Oct 2024

    I got my first official kms out of the way tonight after work. A nice, easy and relaxing loop for 8.7km around Scoresby.

    I thought my cranks were a bit noisy - turns out it was my knees warming up! It was nice to get out into the pleasant evening air and just cruise easily around the tracks.

    More to come - stay tuned!

    Posted 51 days ago
  • 8.6 km ride - Rowville - Cycle - Cyclemeter - Tuesday, October 1, 2024
    Map
    Logged this ride 51 days ago - View on Strava
  • $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 54 days ago
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My Sponsors

  • Kick Cancer's Butt Day Matching Donation
    “Here's your matched donation from our generous supporters. THANK YOU so much for your awesome efforts to kick cancer's butt!”
    $1,721.13
    Received this donation 43 days ago
    Steve Ashton
    Steve
    “Thanks again for your incredible support of the foundation. What a great day!”
  • Wurth Australia
    “Dear Steve, on behalf of the entire Wurth Australia team, thank you for supporting this important cause for the 5th time this year! Wishing you great success in your ride, and we hope it’s filled with lots of enjoyment along the way. Your dedication makes a real difference, and we’re cheering you on every step of the way! Kind regards, Serge Oppedisano”
    $828
    Received this donation 44 days ago
    Steve Ashton
    Steve
    “Thank you Serge. You and the company are never ones to shy away from being generous and supportive of these causes, and I really appreciate it.”
  • Match Day Matching Donation
    “Here's your matched donation from our generous supporters. THANK YOU so much for your awesome efforts to fight kids' cancer!”
    $285.43
    Received this donation 29 days ago
  • Pam Ashton
    $207
    Received this donation 44 days ago
    Steve Ashton
    Steve
    “Thanks lovely! Always right there to support me once again. <3. I appreciate you!!”
  • Noemi Bangel
    “Have a Great Ride !! Remember to look out for Goats :)”
    $103.50
    Received this donation 44 days ago
    Steve Ashton
    Steve
    “Thank you Noemi! No goats had better get in my way this year!! Oh, and this event is also why I am enjoying myself :)”
  • Pam Ashton
    “Very proud of you Stevaaaan!!!! Well done for another year xx”
    $103.50
    Received this donation 30 days ago
    Steve Ashton
    Steve
    “Thanks lovely ❤️❤️”
  • Dennis Rees
    “Go for it Steve, I’m quite sure you can manage 100 kms plus a few more !! Great cause, cheers.”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 44 days ago
    Steve Ashton
    Steve
    “Thanks again Dennis!! I reckon you are correct mate - just gotta be conscious of the ticker :) I think I should break the goal this year”
  • Jarryd Borg
    $72.45
    Received this donation 43 days ago
    Steve Ashton
    Steve
    “Thanks for your support Jarryd. Amazing!! I appreciate it”
  • Anonymous
    “Go Steve! Kick that Cancer butt out!”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 44 days ago
    Steve Ashton
    Steve
    “Thank you Anon!! You are always there to support me :)”
  • Dave Fernandez
    “Wow! Killing it Steve. I am surprised how very fit you are, super impressive, well past 100 now. Respect!!”
    $69
    Received this donation 22 days ago
    Steve Ashton
    Steve
    “Thank you mate for your support and generous donation. I really appreciate it!”
  • Carlo Sacco
    $51.75
    Received this donation 44 days ago
    Steve Ashton
    Steve
    “Thank you for your generous support Carlo!. Much appreciated”
  • Caroline Van Namen
    “Well done Steve, keep up the great work!”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 45 days ago
    Steve Ashton
    Steve
    “Thank you Carolina!! Legend”
  • Jason Beard
    “Good on you Steve. Great to see you doing this again this year.”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 43 days ago
    Steve Ashton
    Steve
    “Thanks Bubba!! Legend. I really appreciate your support again mate”
  • Wurth Australia
    “G-day Steve, pump them legs mate great job. All the best.”
    $50
    Received this donation 30 days ago
    Steve Ashton
    Steve
    “So generous! Thank you for the constant support 😘”
  • Adrian Neuweck
    “Fantastic effort Steve.”
    $36.23
    Received this donation 43 days ago
    Steve Ashton
    Steve
    “Thanks Adrian. I appreciate your support mate”
  • Gelyn Aquino
    “Go Steve! Well done on being part of such a great cause.”
    $36.23
    Received this donation 30 days ago
    Steve Ashton
    Steve
    “Thank you Gelyn! I really appreciate your support”
  • Marissa Knecht
    “Go Steve :)”
    $36.23
    Received this donation 44 days ago
    Steve Ashton
    Steve
    “Thank you Marissa! I really appreciate your support.”
  • Ono Cirell
    “All the best mate go and kick some butt.😁”
    $36.23
    Received this donation 44 days ago
    Steve Ashton
    Steve
    “I think I kicked the wrong butt on my last ride mate, but it all counts!! Thank you for the support”
  • Regina Galeeva
    $36.23
    Received this donation 44 days ago
    Steve Ashton
    Steve
    “Thank you for your support Regina, much appreciated”
  • ROBERT LA RIVA
    $36.23
    Received this donation 43 days ago
    Steve Ashton
    Steve
    “Grazie per il tuo supporto Robert!”
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