Hamid Behnia
- National: 3462nd
- Province: 1860th in ON
My Story
This August marks my third year in a row participating in the Great Cycle Challenge, a nationwide fundraising event organized by the SickKids Foundation. Over the years, I’ve ridden a total of 303 km and, with your generous support, raised $1,069 to help fight childhood cancer.
Since its start in 2016, the Great Cycle Challenge has grown into one of Canada’s largest cycling events. Riders of all ages and abilities from every province set personal cycling goals and commit to pedaling throughout August —all to help kids battling cancer.
Together, our community from all 13 provinces and territories has cycled over 27 million kilometers and raised nearly $55 million to fund vital research aimed at developing treatments and ultimately finding a cure for childhood cancer.
Why does this matter? Because cancer remains the leading disease killer of children in Canada, with more than 1,700 young lives diagnosed each year.
I’m riding to help give these kids the brighter futures they deserve. I truly believe each of us can make a difference in the fight against cancer and help save little lives.
Please consider sponsoring me by donating toward my goal of $500. Every contribution counts!
My Legacy
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146 km Ridden$789 Raised2023
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157 km Ridden$280 Raised2024
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162 km Ridden$510 Raised2025
My Challenge
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44.5 km ride - Mission Accomplished - Sunday, August 31, 2025
Logged this ride 2 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 3 days ago -
47.5 km ride - Unforgettable!! - Monday, August 25, 2025
Logged this ride 8 days ago -
Halfway There!!
23 Aug 202517:00 Mostly Cloudy 26c SSW22 gusts 35 31c 56%
16:00 Mostly Cloudy 27c SSW20 gusts 33 32c 53%
15:00 Mostly Cloudy 27c SSW23 gusts 36 32c 50%
Strong wind gusts were my friend & foe all the way. Head wind and 32c on the way home made this ride particularly challenging. 100km in a week is a first for me.
Delighted to have made it to the halfway point.
Posted 9 days ago -
21.0 km ride - Friend & Foe - Saturday, August 23, 2025
Logged this ride 10 days ago -
What a Ride!!
23 Aug 2025Today’s ride? I let Yellow Bee choose the route. Never again.
As a city dweller and a single-speed, I figured it would stick to well-beaten paths — gentle curves, maybe a bump or two, a scenic detour at most. You know, civilized cycling.
At first, things seemed promising. We cruised along the paved bike paths, surrounded by traffic and noise, but I stayed sharp and in control. As we merged onto the Watts Creek pathway, I started to relax, enjoying the scenery. That’s when I let go — not of the handlebars, but of the decision-making. I trusted Yellow Bee.
Big mistake.
Without warning, Yellow Bee took a sharp 90-degree turn off the path and onto a dirt trail. Not even 500 meters in, we hit a brutal climb. I pretended not to notice its labored breathing. Like any good riding partner, I kept quiet — but I was thinking, “This’ll teach you.” Yellow Bee must’ve sensed it. It let out a couple of strained grunts and pressed harder, but didn’t go any faster. Somehow, against all odds, we made it to the top.
Then, just as I started to feel smug, Yellow Bee decided to teach me a lesson. With a reckless “Yahoooo!” it tore downhill like it had no brakes, no fear, and no regard for life or limb. I was certain we were moments away from becoming one with a tree or skidding into a ditch. My desperate shouts — “Slow down! Are you insane? You’re going to get us both killed!” — were swallowed by the wind, and all I got in return was a mouthful of flies.
But Yellow Bee didn’t care. It was in its element, slipping and sliding over loose gravel like a wild thing, while I clung to the handlebars and prayed for mercy.
I didn’t say a word the rest of the way.
When we finally got home, and I wheeled Yellow Bee into the garage, it chirped, “Wasn’t that fun?”
I whispered back, “Sure… never again.”
Posted 10 days ago -
42.5 km ride - Yellow Bee Meets the Trail - Friday, August 22, 2025
Logged this ride 11 days ago -
Back in the Saddle
21 Aug 2025After a bit of a rough start, I’m finally getting back in the saddle. Yesterday marked Day 1 for me, and determined to catch up on my pledged distance, I set a bold target: 50 km.
So, I dusted off “Yellow Bee”—my trusty old single-speed bike, lovingly rebuilt by a colleague—grabbed a water bottle, strapped on my helmet, and hit the road. It took some time, and by the end, my calves and quads were in total shock.
But hey… 51 km. That’s what happened, boys! I am certain they will forgive me soon!!
Thank you to my donors for your support. It means a lot to me and my cause.
Posted 12 days ago -
51.0 km ride - Back on the Saddle - Wednesday, August 20, 2025
Logged this ride 12 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 20 days ago
My Sponsors
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Elsbeth Newcombe
$124.20Received this donation 20 days ago
Hamid
“Thank YOU Elsbeth. Your generous support is greatly appreciated and was matched by a longtime supporter on Kick Cancer's Butt Day.”
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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!”
$85.41Received this donation 19 days ago -
Susan Armstrong
$72.45Received this donation 8 days ago
Hamid
“I am so impressed with the generosity and support of the KRC group. Thank YOU Sue. Thank YOU gang. Miss our runs.”
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Brian Hall
$51.75Received this donation 3 days ago
Hamid
“Thank You. Thank You. Thank You for making my day Brian.”
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Larisa Baturina
$51.75Received this donation 92 days ago
Hamid
“Thank YOU, Larisa for once again kick starting my challenge with your donation. Truly appreciated.”
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Linda Sabourin
“A great cause and I know you will reach your goal.”
$51.75Received this donation 8 days ago
Hamid
“Thank You so much for your support, Linda”
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Nicholas MacDonald
$51.75Received this donation 8 days ago
Hamid
“Much appreciated Nicholas.”
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Ariat Abala-Morgan
$20.70Received this donation 90 days ago
Hamid
“Thank You Ariat for your support and making a difference in the lives of kids with cancer.”