Derek Boan

8years All Star
Derek Boan
I am riding 1,000 km in memory of Bob, aka Sandy, Phillips. Please sponsor me and support my challenge to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.
I've Ridden 800.6 km My goal is 1,000 km
My Rankings
  • National: 215th
  • Province: 9th in SK
  • My Team: 2nd
I've raised $4,179 to fight kids' cancer Donate Now

I'm Riding For

Bob, aka Sandy, Phillips

Sandy was an avid global cyclist & although he survived tongue cancer, the aggressive treatment likely contributed to his early demise, almost a decade ago, at age 58 . . .

My Story

30 May 2025

For the 8th consecutive year, I am participating in the Great Cycle Challenge to fight kids' cancer! I am riding again with Team Sandy’s Sidekicks, in memory of our good friend Sandy Phillips, who had tongue cancer as an adult.

I have updated my photo & donated a dollar for every lap around the sun that I have done! Last fall, I upgraded my mode of transportation to a peddle-assist electric bike, so have resumed my former km goal of 1000. I have matched the $ goal to $1000, but keep in mind, that $2500 would put me into the Hero level.

So, I am raising funds through my challenge, to help these kids and support SickKids Foundation, to allow them to continue their work in developing treatments and finding a cure for childhood cancer.

If you are interested in donating to a tax-deductible, worthwhile cause, please consider supporting me by matching my donation, either on line or by messaging me, to give these kids the brighter futures they deserve.

Or, even better, consider participating yourselves!

Thank you & keep safe.

My Legacy

Here's my personal impact over 8 years to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.
  • 592 km Ridden
    $1,658 Raised
    2018
  • 1,006 km Ridden
    $3,225 Raised
    2019
  • 1,006 km Ridden
    $5,354 Raised
    2020
  • 1,006 km Ridden
    $3,910 Raised
    2021
  • 307 km Ridden
    $1,946 Raised
    2022
  • 465 km Ridden
    $1,471 Raised
    2023
  • 501 km Ridden
    $3,322 Raised
    2024
  • 801 km Ridden
    $4,179 Raised
    2025
8years
5,684 km
Ridden
$25,066
Raised

My Challenge

  • 19.1 km ride - Rebuilt rear internal hub & 12-speed cassette & chain replaced - GRATIS; thank you Bike Doctor - Wednesday, September 10, 2025
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    Logged this ride 17 hours ago - View on Strava
  • 16.4 km ride - Off to the Bike Doctor . . . - Saturday, September 6, 2025
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    Logged this ride 5 days ago - View on Strava
  • 11.8 km ride - Limping along . . . - Friday, September 5, 2025
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    Logged this ride 6 days ago - View on Strava
  • 11.7 km ride - Broken bike, cool day, & abysmal cribbage! - Wednesday, September 3, 2025
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    Logged this ride 8 days ago - View on Strava
  • 17.8 km ride - Sunset ride to end the month! - Sunday, August 31, 2025
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    Logged this ride 10 days ago - View on Strava
  • 11.7 km ride - Broke the drivechain AGAIN (2nd time in 3 wks)! - Saturday, August 30, 2025
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    Logged this ride 12 days ago - View on Strava
  • 10.3 km ride - Jaunt to Cranberry Flats - Friday, August 29, 2025
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    Logged this ride 13 days ago - View on Strava
  • 11.7 km ride - Cribbage time at Cranberry Flats - Thursday, August 28, 2025
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    Logged this ride 14 days ago - View on Strava
  • 60.7 km ride - Cycling with Garth Sheard - Thursday, August 28, 2025
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    Logged this ride 14 days ago - View on Strava
  • 11.7 km ride - Cranberry Flats - Wednesday, August 27, 2025
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    Logged this ride 15 days ago - View on Strava

My Sponsors

  • Kick Cancer's Butt Day matched donation
    “Here's your matched donation made possible by the generosity of long-time SickKids Foundation supporters, the Garron family. THANK YOU so much for your awesome efforts to kick cancer's butt!”
    $1,217.80
    Received this donation 28 days ago
    Derek Boan
    Derek
    “Thank you so much, Garron Family!”
  • Anonymous
    $500
    Received this donation 29 days ago
  • Judy Etcheverry
    $207
    Received this donation 29 days ago
    Derek Boan
    Derek
    “Thank you, Judy & Bob! Such a worthy cause!”
  • Robb LaRochelle
    “Love those fat tires”
    $207
    Received this donation 14 days ago
    Derek Boan
    Derek
    “Thanks, Robb! By the time this is over, I may need to use your hot tub! 🤪🤣”
  • Xin Li
    “Thanks Derek for your kind words for my birthday, and the friendship of the Boan family over the past 38 years! Truly special! I admire your dedication to support those in need, and here’s a small contribution to support the good cause. Best wishes! Li Xin”
    $207
    Received this donation 64 days ago
    Derek Boan
    Derek
    “Thank you for your encouragement & generous donation! Nice to get those donations from across the globe!”
  • Matthew Funk
    “Keep up the good work, Derek. A drive forward for a very noble cause. With God’s grace and a ton of ambition, I hope we can beat this disease!”
    $200
    Received this donation 28 days ago
    Derek Boan
    Derek
    “Thanks, Matt! See you when you're back from Toronto.”
  • Laura Davies
    $124.20
    Received this donation 70 days ago
    Derek Boan
    Derek
    “Thank you, Laura! Congratulations for being my first to donate!”
  • Mary Holtby
    “Congratulations Derek on another good ride and for a very good cause.”
    $124.20
    Received this donation 29 days ago
    Derek Boan
    Derek
    “Thanks, Mary! Yes, such a worthwhile cause!”
  • Donna Burlingame
    “Way to go Derek!! 8 years and counting. Amazing work!”
    $103.50
    Received this donation 23 days ago
    Derek Boan
    Derek
    “Thanks, Donna! Keep on truckin’!”
  • Gordon Harding
    $103.50
    Received this donation 29 days ago
    Derek Boan
    Derek
    “Thanks, Gord! Glad I got home today before the very intense thunderstorm hit!”
  • Vicki Campbell
    $103.50
    Received this donation 29 days ago
    Derek Boan
    Derek
    “Thank you, Vicki & Alan! See you soon!”
  • Colleen Stefaniuk
    $100
    Received this donation 29 days ago
    Derek Boan
    Derek
    “Thank you, Colleen & Arnie! See you soon!”
  • Shirley Miller
    “Way to go, Derek!”
    $100
    Received this donation 28 days ago
    Derek Boan
    Derek
    “Thanks, cuz!”
  • Phil Guebert
    “Keep up the good work, Derek!”
    $75
    Received this donation 29 days ago
    Derek Boan
    Derek
    “Thanks, Phil! Glad I got home today before that vicious thunderstorm hit!”
  • Beth Moxley
    “In Sandy’s memory. Well done, he would be proud”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 29 days ago
    Derek Boan
    Derek
    “Thanks, Beth! Yes, I think Sandy would be impressed! I'm relieved to have made it home before that vicious thunderstorm hit . . .”
  • Anonymous
    “We are cheering you on!!”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 7 days ago
    Derek Boan
    Derek
    “Thank you! Not riding today with the 60 km/hr wind!”
  • Elizabeth Jones
    $72.45
    Received this donation 28 days ago
    Derek Boan
    Derek
    “Thank you, Elizabeth! Viva Toronto!”
  • Jaime Boan
    “Good on you Derek! Happy Biking!”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 27 days ago
    Derek Boan
    Derek
    “Thank you, Jaime!”
  • Judy M. and family
    “Keep up the good work, Derek! Enjoy your cycling and stay safe!”
    $72.45
    Received this donation 28 days ago
    Derek Boan
    Derek
    “Thanks Judy & Dave! Will do!”
  • Margaret Hnatiuk
    $72.45
    Received this donation 28 days ago
    Derek Boan
    Derek
    “Thanks, cuz! Maybe I should ride out for a visit?”
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