Cairns to Cooktown bring it on!!
Hi Guys
I’m excited to be involved in this year's Cairns Hospital Foundation’s Cardiac Challenge, riding to Cooktown.
It’s my first time doing a fundraiser like this, and it’s going to be a different experience getting off my mountain bike and joining my new people, Lycra-loving middle-aged men and women. I’m assuming they still enjoy a beer and a few laughs on these rides, and I’m sure I’ll make some new friends along the way. I know that I’ll be looking for a cold beer at the end of each day!!
The work the hospital foundation does makes a real difference in the lives of people in our community. Heart disease touches so many of us—whether it’s a family member, a friend, or even ourselves. By supporting this ride, we’re helping fund vital cardiac services that save lives right here in Far North Queensland. We never know when we may need these services (hopefully not me on this trip, haha)
Every kilometre I pedal is a step closer to better care, more advanced equipment, and improved outcomes for those who need it most. It’s not just a bike ride; it’s a way to give back to the community, inspire others, and show that together, we can achieve something incredible.
Please join me on this challenge — whether it’s by cheering us on, spreading the word, or making a donation. Every little bit helps bring us closer to ensuring everyone in our region has access to world-class cardiac care.
Thank you for being part of this ride with me! Any, even small donations, are appreciated
Cheers
My Updates
My first ride in the Cardiac Challenge!
Monday 16th Jun I’ve decided to ride in my first cardiac challenge because everyone’s been telling me for years what a great event it is. I love meeting new people, love riding (usually mountain biking), and keen to do what I can for a great local charity. ShareThank you to my Sponsors
$275
Anonymous
$263.75
Craig Cygler
You need to use a mountain bike with really fat wheels. Non Electric haha
$263.75
Paul Fowler
Good one Gus. Up it
$120
Gus Soper
$105.50
Cambell Balderson
Well done Gus, worthy cause mate.
$105.50
Brad M
Don’t forget your puncture repair kit!
$105.50
Sam Ziegler & Tyson Blankers
You got this! Good luck 👍
$105.50
Prue Swenson
Enjoy the beers oh I mean ride 🚲🍻
$105.50
Astute Barron River
Best of luck Gus!!
$105.50
J & K Laska
Good work Gus, you'll smash it
$105.50
Anonymous
$100
Bryan Kenny
Don't skimp on the nappy....
$100
Bethany & Dave
You got this Gus! Have fun!
$100
Brett Sciban
Nice work Gus
$100
Kaine Rowe
$100
Cairns Mechanical Workshop
Good on you Gus! A great cause.
$79.13
Kaila Mcmillan
$79.13
Rebecca Conlan
Healthy Hearts and Good Times
$52.75
K & M Treacy
Good work Gus!
$52.75
Mark Gwynne
Hope we bump into each other on the ride. Not literally.
$52.75
Cliff Bailey
Kia Kaha my friend
$52.75
Pete Dunn
Good Luck Mate!
$52.75
Geurtje
Go for it Gus .
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Sarah Thomas
This is awesome! Enjoy the ride and the beers 🍻
$52.75
Bunsen
Not a singlet in sight
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Michael Letinic
Only one beer after each night! Sounds like you are getting a little soft. Good luck mate great effort for a great cause.
$52.75
Craig Laska
$52.75
Sam Rieth
$50
Alexis & Zorro
Good luck Gus!! What an awesome cause :)
$27
Robin
Just keep pedalling Gus
$26.38
Jodie & Stuart Munro
$26.38
Liam Busby
$26.38
Karlo Amanono
AND……..GO!!!!!
$26.38
Mark And Jacinta Robinson
$26.38
Heather Walker
Go Gus Go!
$26.38
Anya Pater
Wishing you all the best, Gus!
$26.38
Lani
How awesome Gus, my mum had heart surgery this year and I have a heart condition so I feel this one's close to home.
$25
San Mason
$21.10
Jonny Mcdowall
Go you good thing! 🍷
$21.10
Dave Windle
$20
Soooooooo does this mean no durries next weekend??