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Ride for Brain Cancer Cure

By Matthew Kasselis

Sydney to Hobart on bike

Fundraiser by Matt Kasselis/Singleton, Jack Singleton, Will Turner 

A loved one of ours was recently diagnosed with brain cancer. The felt helplessness of the situation was a cruel addition to the stark and frightening reminder of our real vulnerability. The journey following the diagnosis was necessary, but relentless, and most of all, fortunately available:

Treatments that required the sacrifice of physical strength and energy to cure that same body  

Periodic check-ups which jolt you back in to the bleak reality of the situation with an unsettling anxiety

Managing an ever-present uncertainty, which if allowed to, could paralyse anyone from moving forward.

And the world keeps turning, responsibilities, commitments, goals and hopes still persist.

However, watching our loved one fight the cancer while continuing to participate in life and all the things that make it rich and meaningful has been an inspiration. She is a testament to the strength of the human spirit in carrying on in the face of struggle. Choosing participation over stagnation, hope over despair. 

So when we (Jack, Matt and Will) were thinking up our next adventure, we wanted to make it something "cool" or "big" enough to justify fundraising money to contribute towards brain cancer research, and ultimately/hopefully, its cure. 

We're going to be cycling unsupported from Sydney to Hobart and then rock climbing up the 400 metre face of Frenchmans Cap, via the Sydney Route, one of Tasmania's mountains in the remote west.  

Overall, we will be cycling roughly 1500-1600 kilometres in about 12 back-to-back days, looking to average 130-150 kilometres per day. Our route will take us through the NSW Snowy Mountains and Victorian high country, down to Geelong, across to Devonport on the ferry and straight down the middle of Tasmania to Hobart. The climb itself is a three day endeavour, with a six hour walk in, full day effort on the mountain, and six hour walk out.   
We are raising money for the Cure Brain Cancer Foundation. Cure Brain Cancer’s mission and ours is clear: unite our community to increase brain cancer survival and quality of life. 

Any amount you can give will go a long way towards funding innovative and ground breaking research. Together, we can help make finding a cure for brain cancer a reality.

Thank you in advance for your generosity, it means a lot! 

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$5k

Jane, Neil + Mads

An impressive feat for a worthy cause! Ride safe! We love you.

$520

Anne-marie And Michael Tunks

Thank you for your love in this endeavour x

$520

Anna

$520

Andrew Bloxham

A great effort for a cause close to your hearts. Good luck.

$500

Ben And Marissa

What a phenomenal undertaking for a phenomenal cause! Beautifully written words as well. Thank you and go well!

$316.50

Jill And Marty

Wonderful cause and what an awesome challenge lies ahead!! WELL DONE to all involved 🏆👊

$316.50

Jennie Hobart

Such beautiful heartfelt words Matt, so brave and commendable what you guys are doing

$211

Geoff Batkin

Well done Matt and Jack and beautiful words in the message. Safe riding and looking forward to seeing you soon. Geoff and Judy

$200

Philippe Kasselis

More than happy to support you on this worthwhile cause. We wish you all the very best on this epic challenge. Philippe and Angele

$158.25

Beky Armstrong

Bravo guys!! Enjoy the adventure and stay safe, you’re doing your family, and all of us lucky enough to know you, very proud!

$158.25

Alison Pearson

Very challenging adventure for an equally challenging issue - thank you and enjoy the ride.

$158.25

Daniel Mccloskey

$105.50

Maes W

$105.50

Wendy Spencer

$105.50

Laura Staker

$105.50

Carla Valderas

A great cause to raise funds and awareness for. Thank you 🙏 All the best with the ride 😊

$105.50

Suzie Singleton

Go Matt and Jack!!

$105.50

Ruth Roberts

Go you good thing!

$105.50

Edna & Rob Mckelvey

An amazing challenge for a great cause. Ride safe & climb well. 🙏

$105.50

Tom Treffry

$105.50

Stephen Mcgeorge

Good cause and hope you enjoy the challenge at the same time

$105.50

Daniel Batkin

Much love guys! 👊

$105.50

Adam Treffry

An epic challenge boys for a great cause🙌👏👏

$100

Gerry And Sue Thorley

$100

Josh Benjamin

Why did the bike go to therapy? It had cycle issues.

$100

Dianne Singleton

A huge effort raising money for this important cause. So close to our hearts xx

$79.13

Linda Davidson

Fantastic cause!

$73.85

Philippa Ritchie

$52.75

Karlee Barrow

Yehhhh the boysssss! So impressed! You’ve got this 💪🏼

$52.75

Pia Barrow

What an incredible thing to undertake for this cause

$52.75

Vicki Burkett

$52.75

Kate Neary

If anyone is going to complete this, it’s you guys and what a great cause! Good luck!

$52.75

Louisa Norsa

$52.75

Emma Larsen

$50

Liv Gulliver

Let’s go!!! Great work boys

$50

Tom Worley

Great work Jacko!

$50

Shane Fenwick

$40

Emma Lee

Get it dawgs

$31.65

Bernard Bouchier

$31.65

Debs

$31.65

Vicky Berry

Fondest wishes for this special event and Christmas 🎄

$31.65

Jessie Batkin-walkerden

So proud of you guys!

$31.65

Lizzie Fielding

Nice work guys, amazing cause, love you MS xxx from Lizzie & fam

$31.65

Philippa Wright

$31.65

Laura Ly

Great cause! Go team

$31.65

Alli Bradley

$30

Isabelle Ritchie

$21.10

Morgan Mathers

Good luck team!