Joseph Metzgar

8years All Star
Joseph Metzgar
I am riding 400 mi in memory of Erika Metzgar. Please sponsor me and support my challenge to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.
I've Ridden 282.5 mi My goal is 400 mi
My Rankings
  • National: 322nd
  • State: 17th in NC
I've raised $3,069 My goal is $3,500 Donate Now

I'm Riding For

Erika Metzgar

Erika Metzgar

I am doing this ride in tribute to my mother, Erika Metzgar, who succumbed to cancer 10 years ago. She was a giver who would have loved this.

My Story

17 Sep 2026

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

Why? Because right now, cancer is the biggest killer of children from disease in the United States. Over 15,700 children are diagnosed every year, and sadly, 38 children die of cancer every week.

Kids should be living life, not fighting for it.

So I am raising funds through my challenge to help these kids and support Children's Cancer Research Fund to allow them to continue their work to develop lifesaving treatments and find a cure for childhood cancer.

Please support me by making a donation to give these kids the brighter futures they deserve.

Your support will change little lives.

Thank you.

My Legacy

Here's my personal impact over 8 years to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.
  • 617 mi Ridden
    $2,252 Raised
    2017
  • 517 mi Ridden
    $2,225 Raised
    2018
  • 810 mi Ridden
    $1,844 Raised
    2019
  • 691 mi Ridden
    $3,793 Raised
    2020
  • 655 mi Ridden
    $4,008 Raised
    2021
  • 294 mi Ridden
    $3,047 Raised
    2022
  • 607 mi Ridden
    $3,328 Raised
    2025
  • 283 mi Ridden
    $3,069 Raised
    2026
8years
4,475 mi
Ridden
$23,565
Raised

My Challenge

  • $2,500 raised to fight kids' cancer!

    I just raised $2,500 to fight kids' cancer and achieved SUPERHERO LEVEL in the challenge! Thank you so much for your support.

    Posted 12 hours ago
  • 20.4 mi ride - Morning Ride - Thursday, September 17, 2026
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    Logged this ride 15 hours ago - View on Strava
  • 28.2 mi ride - Morning Ride - Wednesday, September 16, 2026
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    Logged this ride 2 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 4 days ago
  • 16.6 mi ride - Morning Ride - Monday, September 14, 2026
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    Logged this ride 4 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 5 days ago
  • 16.5 mi ride - Morning Ride - Saturday, September 12, 2026
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    Logged this ride 6 days ago - View on Strava
  • 24.7 mi ride - Morning Ride - Friday, September 11, 2026
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    Logged this ride 7 days ago - View on Strava
  • 20.2 mi ride - Morning Ride - Thursday, September 10, 2026
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    Logged this ride 8 days ago - View on Strava
  • 27.8 mi ride - Morning Ride - Tuesday, September 8, 2026
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    Logged this ride 10 days ago - View on Strava

My Sponsors

  • Bobby and Dawn Lykins
    “As promised, my friend! Congratulations on hitting your goal. Love you, brother.”
    $550.83
    Received this donation 12 hours ago
    Joseph Metzgar
    Joseph
    “Again buddy, thank you so much. You are so generous. Have a great trip and we’ll talk when Colter is born. Love ya brother”
  • Bobby Lykins
    “Ok Joe... here's the deal... I'm adding $500 to your account right now. You get the account to $2000, Dawn and I will tap $500 more to solidify you hitting your goal. Love you, Brother!”
    $517.50
    Received this donation 10 days ago
    Joseph Metzgar
    Joseph
    “Thank you buddy. You are always so generous!!”
  • Kick Cancer's Butt Day matched donation
    “Here's your matched donation from a group of wonderful Children's Cancer Research Fund supporters. THANK YOU so much for your awesome efforts to kick cancer's butt!”
    $320.72
    Received this donation 8 days ago
    Joseph Metzgar
    Joseph
    “A big THANK YOU to all the donors who made this day possible. You really make a huge difference‼️👍👏”
  • Craig Miller
    “Your longtime dedication to this cause is amazing, brother! Keep the rubber side down!”
    $155.25
    Received this donation 9 days ago
    Joseph Metzgar
    Joseph
    “Thank you brother. That was very generous!!”
  • Edwin Pereyra
    “Your dedication and commitment to this cause is highly commendable. I missed your post about the matching contributions earlier this week. But hopefully, this contribution takes you to the next level where you need to be. Go, Joe. You got this.”
    $109.71
    Received this donation 5 days ago
    Joseph Metzgar
    Joseph
    “Thanks so much Edwin!! I really appreciate it. This cause is very dear to me and it means a lot when I get a generous donation like this.”
  • Anonymous
    $103.50
    Received this donation 9 days ago
    Joseph Metzgar
    Joseph
    “Thank you for the very generous donation. I really appreciate it!! Pretty sure I know who you are though😉😁”
  • Chris Brooks
    “What you are doing is nothing short of incredible! Riding 400 miles over 30 days is a massive physical challenge, but the purpose behind every single pedal stroke is even bigger. You are turning your strength into hope for children and families who are fighting the toughest battles of their lives. On the days when your legs feel heavy, the wind is against you, or the hill feels too steep, remember the "why" behind your journey. You are riding for their smiles, their futures, and a world without pediatric cancer. Every mile you clear brings us closer to that goal. We are all behind you, cheering you on every single mile of the way. Take it one hill, one mile, and one day at a time. You've got this!”
    $103.50
    Received this donation 10 days ago
    Joseph Metzgar
    Joseph
    “Thank you, buddy. Not just for the money but also for the encouragement. I really appreciate it.”
  • John Long
    $103.50
    Received this donation 16 hours ago
  • Kim Miller
    $103.50
    Received this donation 17 days ago
    Joseph Metzgar
    Joseph
    “Wow Kim!! That’s a very generous donation. Thanks you so much.”
  • Melissa Paschal
    “Happy to donate and so proud of you for doing this, Joe!”
    $103.50
    Received this donation 4 days ago
  • Next level electric
    $103.50
    Received this donation 19 hours ago
    Joseph Metzgar
    Joseph
    “Thank you guys. You are always so generous. I really appreciate it!!”
  • Todd Ballowe
    $103.50
    Received this donation 4 days ago
    Joseph Metzgar
    Joseph
    “Wow!!! Thanks buddy. That’s very generous!!”
  • Alan Artz
    $51.75
    Received this donation 7 days ago
    Joseph Metzgar
    Joseph
    “Thanks Alan!! I really appreciate it. I hope all is good with you guys 919-815-4223”
  • InspectXperts
    “Great cause and happy to donate. Hope you get many.”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 23 days ago
  • Joseph Metzgar
    $51.75
    Received this donation 24 days ago
  • Justin Beers
    $51.75
    Received this donation 21 days ago
  • Katy Metzgar
    “Go dad!!”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 9 days ago
    Joseph Metzgar
    Joseph
    “Thanks sweetie❤️❤️”
  • MedicalTraining.me
    “Thank you for your passion!”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 8 days ago
    Joseph Metzgar
    Joseph
    “Thank you Melissa!! I really appreciate it‼️🚴‍♂️😊”
  • Noah Rickett
    “I hope you are sore!!”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 12 days ago
  • Rescue Beats
    “Go Joe!”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 22 days ago
    Joseph Metzgar
    Joseph
    “Thank you Bill!! The kids and I really appreciate it.”
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