James LaFreniere
- National: 3384th
- Province: 54th in NL
My Story
This August, I am taking part in the Great Cycle Challenge to fight kids' cancer!
Those who know me know that I've been doing my best to get out and get biking more. If you also know me, you know that I care. This seems like a good opportunity to raise funds for a good cause and to do it while out and about. Since it'll be on my ebike, I've upped the kms that i think i could do on a motorless one. As I do not have the biggest facebook presence I would appreciate if you share this. If I meet the donation goal I'll donate 50 dollars and for every 100 dollars over I'll personally donate 25 dollars. Looking to get a camera for the bike to share my rides, but I will be updating this with any and all pictures i do take.
Cheers, stay safe, and share the love. We are all in this together.
Thank you.
My Challenge
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6.8 km ride - Short night run - Thursday, August 27, 2026
Logged this ride 6 hours ago -
23.9 km ride - Work runs and after Works runs - Wednesday, August 26, 2026
Logged this ride 16 hours ago -
One week to go!
24 Aug 2026So just a short little update, shout outs and well wishes.
After four weeks of working evenings I'm finally on the morning shift which means, weather permitting, I'll hit the 600km. Honestly I will do it no matter what.
Big thanks to Kaz and Carson for their generosity. Only another 105$ to get to the goal. Arigatou and thank you gentlemen.
Funny thing if I do make my goal I will be sent a Great Cycling Challenge biking jersey when (not if) I hit that 500$ target. If I do I will obviously post videos with it, wear it to work etc.
So thanks again for all the support. Keep your feet on the pedals and eyes on the road and stay safe everyone.
Posted 3 days ago -
31.1 km ride - work and the final push - Monday, August 24, 2026
Logged this ride 3 days ago -
Roaming Around
22 Aug 2026So, today I had no destination in mind and no overall plan. I sat at the end of my driveway for a few minutes contemplating where I would go today. I didn't figure it out then but just decided to ride.
Went to Neil's pond and then back to the Pearl along the trails, stopping at Canadian Tire to get some lubricant for my bike chain. It's been squeaking lately so I have to up my game on that.
Then down Brookfield road and onto the closed extension of Gushue's. I must say driving on fresh pavement with no cars or other obstacles is a solid thing.
Then downtown to check out the bicycle shops. Found out none of the ones I visited stocks the parts I need or they won't sell you parts if you don't have a bike bought from then. So I'll have to go to an online retailer to find one. Phooey.
From then it was Freshwater to Oleary and then the overpass of Thorburn and the Outer Ring Road and finally home via the highway.
Not the most exciting trip but I did find a tour of the three cities to be quite a pleasurable experience.
As always happy trails everyone.
James
Posted 5 days ago -
51.3 km ride - roaming around - Saturday, August 22, 2026
Logged this ride 5 days ago -
17.6 km ride - Work commute and errands. - Saturday, August 22, 2026
Logged this ride 6 days ago -
16.4 km ride - Work and groceries. - Tuesday, August 18, 2026
Logged this ride 9 days ago -
23.9 km ride - Quick trip to Topsail Bluff - Saturday, August 15, 2026
Logged this ride 9 days ago -
A Run to Holyrood
16 Aug 2026It was quite the day for a spin on the ebike today. For the first leg it started raining but by the end it was glorious sunshine.
Hah I finally found out how far the bike can go. That's about 77km.
I managed to get 79km to add to the total which is now 311/600kms for the month. Not too shabby.
I do have to say my legs are like jelly. I always do the pedaling so it's like doing a 5 hour spin class but with obstacles 😁.
I'm also at $338/500 of my donation goal so if you can and want to support a good cause let's do this. If you can't well just show support however you can ☺️
Hope everyone has been having happy trails.
James
Posted 12 days ago
My Sponsors
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Michael Greene
“Good Luck James!”
$103.50Received this donation 24 days ago
James
“Thank you ever so much Michael. Your generosity won't go unappreciated and greatly helps me get to my goal of doing a small part in the efforts to raise money for the Sick Kids Foundation!”
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Evan and Rieta
$60Received this donation 6 hours ago -
Linda Greene
“Good luck”
$51.75Received this donation 36 days ago
James
“What can I say about my other mother except thanks for contributing to what I see as a good cause. Always think about you and Clarence. Love and peace, Linda”
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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!”
$48.67Received this donation 14 days ago -
Kaz Hanrahan
“Ganbatte Jim”
$41.40Received this donation 5 days ago
James
“Hai, ganbarimasu Kaz!”
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Carson Hynes
“Great work James! Even if you don’t reach the 600km goal it’s still a great thing you’re doing to take the time out of your life to do this. All the best to you buddy:) -Carson”
$15.53Received this donation 5 days ago
James
“Much appreciated and I'm on days this week so I'll get the job done. Thanks so much. Good luck bud”
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Christopher Greene
$10.35Received this donation 37 days ago
James
“Thanks Chris. Know it's been a hectic time for you so I really appreciate you making a contribution to my challenge. Love and peace, Mistopher”
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Anonymous
“Good on you buddy. Here's hoping you hit both goals!”
$72.45Received this donation 15 days ago
James
“Thank you for helping a good cause!”
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Anonymous
“Dude, glad you're getting out there and riding. It's nice to see you are getting out of the house and supporting a worthy cost. Much love mani”
$51.75Received this donation 36 days ago
James
“Still don't know who you are you bunghole but thank you anyway!”