WITH stunning weather and a fantastic turn-out, the 2018 KTM Ride4Kidsevent was a HUGE success! Open to families and individuals of all ages and riding abilities, it was amazing to see so many people enjoying a fun day out on a professional track for both motocross and off-road riders.
For the more experienced racers, the event also featured for its second year running the Vincent Chiodo Cup. With cold, hard cash up for grabs from a prize pool of $12,000, the competition was fierce as some of Australia’s best riders competed for ultimate glory. Last year’s inaugural winner, Jack Simpson, tried his hardest to defend his crown but unfortunately went down to Hattah winner and in-form rider, Daniel “Chucky” Sanders, who seized the chequered flag and went home $8,000 richer.
From Saturday’s effort, more than $80,000 was raised for Challenge, which is a tremendous result for all involved. Over the 16 years Ride4Kids has been running, more than $800,000 has been raised and this is exactly why the event secures its title as the largest charity dirt bike event in Australia.
Big congratulations to Rielly Lynch and Ashton Riley, who both went home winners with a brand new KTM bike. Rielly scored himself first choice as our highest fundraiser and Ashton was lucky enough to be drawn from the hat to go home with the other!
This event would not be possible without the help of so many organisations and individuals. Firstly, we would like to thank our major sponsors – KTM AUSTRALIA, Peter Stevens Motorcycles , and Motorcycling Victoria. Your ongoing support and commitment to this event is unwavering and we are extremely grateful to you all for the difference you make to the lives of children and families living with cancer.
To our other sponsors, Fox Racing, The Collective, Force Accessories, Waldie transport, TeamMoto Motorcycles, Melbourne Sea-Doo & Can-Am, O’Neal, Diamond Valley Motorcycle-club, and Diamond Valley Cranes, we are extremely grateful for you contribution.
Secondly, to all the amazing volunteers, you are superstars! From helping with the track preparation to assisting with registration to being an important flaggie or sweep rider, you are all an integral part of this event.
Lastly, we would like to thank the incredible Craig Gathercole and Matt Manning for your endless support, passion and devotion to Ride4Kids. Matt, your idea 17 years ago has made a huge difference to the lives of children and family living with cancer. Craig, you are an absolute legend and your involvement allows this event to grow bigger and better each year.
Once again, thanks to ALL involved; it was an incredible effort and we look forward to being back in 2019!
Story Source: Challenge
Ryan Fritz
Ryan Fritz started The Advocate in 2014 to provide not-for-profits and charities another media platform to tell their worthwhile hard news stories and opinion pieces effortlessly. In 2020, Ryan formed a team of volunteer journalists to help spread even more high-quality stories from the third sector. He also has over 10 years experience as a media and communications professional for not-for-profits and charities and currently works at Redkite, a childhood cancer charity.
