Leigh John Carmody

9years All Star
Leigh John Carmody
I am riding 800 km to fight kids' cancer and save little lives. Please sponsor me to support my challenge!
I've Ridden 1,769.9 km to fight kids' cancer
My Rankings
  • National: 247th
  • State: 60th in Vic
I've raised $2,590 My goal is $4,000 Donate Now

My Story

8 Jul 2025

This October, I'm back in the saddle for the Great Cycle Challenge, riding to help kids fight cancer.

Because here in Australia, cancer is still the #1 disease killer of our children. Every year, over 700 kids are diagnosed—and every week, 3 families lose a child. That’s not okay.

Kids should be out riding bikes, climbing trees, getting muddy knees... not fighting for their lives in hospital rooms.

So I’m riding 800 km this October to raise funds for the Children’s Medical Research Institute—to help drive forward the science that saves lives. Better prevention, better diagnosis, better treatment... and one day, a cure.

If you’ve followed my journey before, you’ll know this challenge means a lot to me. And if this is your first time—welcome to the ride. I’ll be sharing every uphill, tailwind, and quiet moment of reflection on the pedals.

👉 Please consider donating if you can. Every dollar makes a difference—and gives a sick kid a brighter future.

Together, we ride. Together, we save little lives.

Thanks for your support — Leigh

My Legacy

Here's my personal impact over 9 years to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.
  • Ridden
    Raised
    2018
  • 591 km Ridden
    $768 Raised
    2019
  • 1,113 km Ridden
    $1,002 Raised
    2020
  • 1,003 km Ridden
    $942 Raised
    2021
  • 695 km Ridden
    $1,814 Raised
    2022
  • 757 km Ridden
    $1,631 Raised
    2023
  • 723 km Ridden
    $1,905 Raised
    2024
  • 2,225 km Ridden
    $2,590 Raised
    2025
  • 1,770 km Ridden
    $2,590 Raised
    2026
9years
8,876 km
Ridden
$13,242
Raised

My Challenge

  • 13.6 km ride - Morning Ride - Wednesday, January 7, 2026
    Map
    Logged this ride 25 days ago - View on Strava
  • 11.5 km ride - Night Ride - Tuesday, January 6, 2026
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    Logged this ride 25 days ago - View on Strava
  • 29.2 km ride - Evening Ride - Monday, January 5, 2026
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    Logged this ride 26 days ago - View on Strava
  • 15.7 km ride - Evening Ride - Sunday, January 4, 2026
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    Logged this ride 27 days ago - View on Strava
  • 14.0 km ride - Evening Ride - Saturday, January 3, 2026
    Map
    Logged this ride 28 days ago - View on Strava
  • 12.9 km ride - Lunch Ride - Friday, January 2, 2026
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    Logged this ride 29 days ago - View on Strava
  • 13.5 km ride - Evening Ride - Thursday, January 1, 2026
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    Logged this ride 30 days ago - View on Strava
  • 20.7 km ride - Lunch Ride - Wednesday, December 31, 2025
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    Logged this ride 31 days ago - View on Strava
  • 22.3 km ride - Afternoon Ride - Tuesday, December 30, 2025
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    Logged this ride 32 days ago - View on Strava
  • 23.4 km ride - Evening Ride - Monday, December 29, 2025
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    Logged this ride 33 days ago - View on Strava
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My Sponsors

  • Kick Cancer's Butt Day Matching Donation
    “Here's your matched donation from our generous supporters. THANK YOU so much for your awesome efforts to kick cancer's butt!”
    $763.27
    Received this donation 115 days ago
  • Anonymous
    “May your light continue to shine through more years to come. Blessings upon you.”
    $434.70
    Received this donation 95 days ago
  • Simon Meyer
    “Ride like the wind bullseye”
    $310.50
    Received this donation 116 days ago
  • J C Hope
    “Doing a wonderful job. What a great effort!”
    $181.13
    Received this donation 108 days ago
  • Anonymous
    “Well done Leigh, you are doing a great job 😃”
    $124.20
    Received this donation 116 days ago
  • Anonymous
    “No child should have to go through this horrible disease. Well done and good luck Leigh.”
    $124.20
    Received this donation 136 days ago
  • Raelene Phillips
    $70
    Received this donation 116 days ago
  • Bev Hart
    “Every year you show up and do your bit for kids cancer. Thank you for all you do !”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 116 days ago
  • Brian Sharp
    $51.75
    Received this donation 115 days ago
  • Daryl Hill
    $51.75
    Received this donation 115 days ago
  • Michael Lane
    $51.75
    Received this donation 116 days ago
  • rob Jenkins
    $51.75
    Received this donation 101 days ago
  • Anonymous
    “Good on ya, Leigh!”
    $51.75
    Received this donation 116 days ago
  • Steve Cash
    $51.75
    Received this donation 101 days ago
  • Match Day Matching Donation
    “Here's your matched donation from our generous supporters. THANK YOU so much for your awesome efforts to fight kids' cancer!”
    $50.03
    Received this donation 100 days ago
  • Casey Johnstone
    “Keep peddling Leigh!!”
    $36.23
    Received this donation 115 days ago
  • Jason O'Brien
    $30
    Received this donation 134 days ago
  • Anonymous
    $25.88
    Received this donation 115 days ago
  • Damian Cavanagh
    “Best of luck!”
    $25.88
    Received this donation 112 days ago
  • Mikaylee Carmody
    “Go Dad!!!”
    $20.70
    Received this donation 136 days ago
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