Octavio Penagos Torija
- National: 1953rd
- Province: 1057th in ON
- My Team: 15th
I'm Riding For
Angel Octavio Penagos Garcia
This might be one of the latest pictures that you showed being strong. With the same strength I'll keep riding on this world of challenges.
My Story
This August, I am taking part in the Great Cycle Challenge to fight kids' cancer!
Why? Because right now, over 1,700 children are diagnosed with cancer every year, and it's the biggest killer of children from disease in Canada.
Kids should be living life, not fighting for it.
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.
Please support me by making a donation to give these kids the brighter futures they deserve.
Your support will change little lives.
Thank you.
Octavio
My Legacy
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1,270 km Ridden$555 Raised2018
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1,314 km Ridden$501 Raised2019
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1,205 km Ridden$1,431 Raised2020
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589 km Ridden$1,184 Raised2021
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222 km Ridden$877 Raised2022
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230 km Ridden$824 Raised2023
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622 km Ridden$1,038 Raised2024
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922 km Ridden$1,035 Raised2025
My Challenge
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GOALS MET! But we're not done yet! 🚴♂️
24 Aug 2025This past week has been a lesson in perseverance. To be honest, when I started the 2025 season, I wasn't feeling as motivated as before. Then, mid-week, an unexpected donation came in that pushed me over my fundraising goal. The feeling was overwhelming; a reminder of why I do this and the incredible generosity of this community.
That energy fueled my weekend. I set a personal challenge to ride nearly 200km in a single day. On Saturday, I rode 171km—the longest I've ever gone. The journey from Hamilton to Toronto to visit the SickKids Foundation building was a landmark moment for me. It’s one thing to fundraise, but another to see the place you're fighting for.
The ride back was a true test. My legs were on fire around the 100km mark. But a short break with a friend was all I needed to find the strength to get home. That ride taught me I'm not quite ready for 200km, but it also showed me I'm not that far off. And with that, I also completed my 400km goal for the month.
So, here we are. Goals met, with one week to go. I think we can do more.
I’m committing to another 100km to reach a new goal of 500km. I’m asking you, my network, to help me push my fundraising even further beyond the original goal. Let's see how big of an impact we can make together in this final week.
Thank you for being on this journey with me.
Help us finish strong for the SickKids
Posted 113 days ago -
Almost there but we can do more
18 Aug 2025What a ride! I'm officially more than halfway through my Great Cycle Challenge. I’ve covered 240 km on the bike so far, with a big 30 km ride recently that even included a 750m swim—a true triathlon!
I'm also getting so close to my fundraising goal. We've raised an incredible $814 toward my $1000 target. A massive thank you to all the generous donors who have helped me get this far. Your support is what keeps me going!
Posted 120 days ago -
GCC Update week 2
12 Aug 2025I completed my second big ride for the Great Cycle Challenge! It was an 86 km ride, bringing my total distance to 203 km out of my 400 km goal. I'm almost halfway there on both my cycling and my fundraising goals!
If you'd like to help me reach the finish line, this Wednesday, August 13, is the day to do it! It's "Kick Cancer's Butt Day," and sponsors will match all donations made that day up to a total of $1.3 million. Any amount you can give will have double the impact in helping these kids.
I'm so grateful for the support I've received so far. Every donation and word of encouragement keeps me pedaling!
Posted 126 days ago -
Get ready with me
20 Jul 2025Get ready with me! I'm gearing up for the Great Cycle Challenge to support sick kids. My goal is to ride 400km and raise $500. Wish me luck!
Posted 148 days ago
My Sponsors
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Jonathan Kwong
“Way to go buddy! Appreciate your efforts!”
$200Received this donation 118 days ago
Octavio
“Hi Jonathan, what a great surprise finding this in my inbox today. You had made my day by completing the goal. I'll keep pushing a bit further.”
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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!”
$144.71Received this donation 124 days ago
Octavio
“Thank you so much! I am now 20% closer to my fundraising goal because of your donation. I am truly grateful for your generosity and support.”
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Suzanne Guest
$124.20Received this donation 203 days ago
Octavio
“Thank you. This means a lot and boost my morale to keep going on this campaign”
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Anonymous
“Wishing you strength on your next rides!”
$124.20Received this donation 124 days ago
Octavio
“Thank you so much! I am now 20% closer to my fundraising goal because of your donation. I am truly grateful for your generosity and support.”
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Anonymous
“Go for the 400km!”
$103.50Received this donation 143 days ago
Octavio
“Thank you what a better feeling know family is supporting me”
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Anonymous
“Enjoy the ride!”
$103.50Received this donation 143 days ago
Octavio
“Thank you what a better feeling know family is supporting me”
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Glenn Lucas
“Great cause”
$50Received this donation 224 days ago
Octavio
“Thanks for all your support year after year. Plus you are always one of the first donations. Double thanks”
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Anonymous
$50Received this donation 124 days ago
Octavio
“Thank you so much! I am now 20% closer to my fundraising goal because of your donation. I am truly grateful for your generosity and support.”
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Oscar Izmaya
$36.23Received this donation 124 days ago
Octavio
“Gracias. Aparte de acompañarme en cada rodada esto me ha llevado a estar a solo 20% de mi meta.”
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Mohamed Hudda
$25.88Received this donation 121 days ago
Octavio
“Hi my friend something happened that my thanks didn't post last week. Thanks every donation counts :)”
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Anonymous
$20.70Received this donation 113 days ago
Octavio
“A Sunday morning donation after my biggest ride ever feels so motivating. Thanks to keep this ball rolling :) Happy Sunday”
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Octavio Penagos Torija
“This one is for me.”
$51.75Received this donation 232 days ago
Octavio
“Thank you for believing in you”