James Worobe

I am riding 400 mi in memory of my friend, Gauge Reo Thornton 2/14/2013 - 10/21/2021. Please sponsor my challenge to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.

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I've Ridden 422.4 mi to fight kids' cancer

My Rankings

National: 2277th
State: 45th in WA

I've raised $829 to fight kids' cancer Donate Now

I'm Riding For

Gauge Reo Thornton 2/14/2013 - 10/21/2021

Gauge was the best kid, he loved all animals, and was down to try anything at least once, especially if it was outdoors. He loved being outdoors. Just after he turned 6 years old, on 3/05/2019 Gauge was diagnosed with Stage 3 Group 3 Rhabdomyosarcoma of the prostate/bladder. He immediately started 42 weeks of chemotherapy, and 5 weeks of radiation to try and destroy his cancer. After completing treatment in July 2020 we were only going in for maintenance scans to see if it was staying stable or growing again. By the scan in April of 2021 they believed it had grown just enough to be concerned, so we did a full body scan to confirm it had indeed moved into his lungs. Gauge spent the last summer of his life (2021) traveling, shooting guns, fishing, playing and enjoying everything we possibly could. He was seemingly a normal 8 year old, happy and full of energy up until the last month of his life when he was on hospice and his body started shutting down. He was a goofball up to the very end even when he wasn't able to get up and do much. His mother Jamie and brother Trexler miss Gauge very much but they know he is guiding them from the cosmos. We love you Gauge!

My Story

6 Jun 2025

This September, I’ll be taking part in the Great Cycle Challenge for the 10th year in a row to fight kids' cancer. This incredible ride holds a very special place in my heart. This year, I’m riding in memory of Nan, Don, Joy, Rob, Bob, Carol, Tim, and Gauge, who bravely fought but lost their battles with cancer.

Did you know that cancer is the biggest killer of children from disease in the United States? Every year, over 15,700 children are diagnosed with cancer, and tragically, 38 kids lose their lives to this disease each week.

Kids should be living life to the fullest, not fighting for it. That’s why I’m raising funds through this challenge to support the amazing work of the Children's Cancer Research Fund. Their efforts are helping to develop lifesaving treatments and move us closer to finding a cure for childhood cancer.

I would be so grateful if you could support my ride by making a donation. Every contribution, big or small, makes a difference and helps give these kids the brighter futures they deserve.

Your support truly changes lives, and I can’t thank you enough for considering being part of this important cause.

If you’d like to donate or learn more about my challenge, you can visit my fundraising page here: https://greatcyclechallenge.com/Donate/Rider/119374

Thank you so much for your kindness and generosity! Together, we can make a difference.

My Legacy

Here's my personal impact over 9 years to fight kids' cancer and save little lives.

158 mi Ridden

$172 Raised

2017
223 mi Ridden

$82 Raised

2018
97 mi Ridden

$152 Raised

2019
69 mi Ridden

$281 Raised

2020
214 mi Ridden

$316 Raised

2021
202 mi Ridden

$173 Raised

2022
297 mi Ridden

$477 Raised

2023
409 mi Ridden

$585 Raised

2024
422 mi Ridden

$829 Raised

2025

2,091 mi

Ridden

$3,067

Raised

My Challenge

56.0 mi ride - North Lake Washington Ride (last of the season) - Monday, October 6, 2025

Logged this ride 29 days ago
35.0 mi ride - Tacoma - Sunday, September 28, 2025

Logged this ride 37 days ago
14.3 mi ride - Doing Errands and Turned Left on the Way Home - Friday, September 26, 2025

Logged this ride 39 days ago
24.0 mi ride - Thursday with Charlie - Thursday, September 25, 2025

Logged this ride 40 days ago
47.0 mi ride - Bucoda to Lacy - Wednesday, September 24, 2025

Logged this ride 41 days ago
40.0 mi ride - Finally Back on the Road - Friday, September 19, 2025

Logged this ride 46 days ago
43.0 mi ride - Tenino - Saturday, September 13, 2025

Logged this ride 52 days ago
43.0 mi ride - Tenino - Saturday, September 13, 2025

Logged this ride 52 days ago
37.7 mi ride - Centralia to Oakville - Sunday, September 7, 2025

Logged this ride 58 days ago
38.0 mi ride - Centralia Alpha to Onalaska - Saturday, September 6, 2025

Logged this ride 59 days ago

My Sponsors

Charlie Rollo

“Keep on riding and enjoy the scenery.”
$124.20
Received this donation 54 days ago

James

“I will. Thank you for your support, both in encouragement and financially”

I will. Thank you for your support, both in encouragement and financially
Jamie Thornton

“I’m proud to support you as you ride in the Great Cycle Challenge to fight childhood cancer—a cause that will forever hold a piece of my heart. 💛 Today, I’m honored to make a donation to bring James across the finish line—completing the final $119 of his $600 goal. Your ride matters, James. Your commitment means the world to families like mine. Thank you for keeping Gauge’s memory alive and fighting for every child still in the battle. 🚴‍♂️💫”
$123.17
Received this donation 109 days ago

James
Megan Tay

“Best of luck Jim! What a wonderful way to honor Gauge whilst raising funds that will help others impacted by this disease.”
$103.50
Received this donation 147 days ago

James

“Megan, thank you so much. I know that Jamie appreciates this as well.”

Megan, thank you so much. I know that Jamie appreciates this as well.
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!”
$100.70
Received this donation 54 days ago

James
Jamie Thornton

“I am honored that Jim has chosen to ride in Gauge's memory again this year. Thank you Jim for your giant heart and endurance to do these rides!”
$72.45
Received this donation 150 days ago

James

“I just want to take a moment to express my gratitude for you contribution. The fight against childhood cancer is something that resonates deeply with me, and I am truly committed to keeping this mission alive. No child should ever have to endure the pain and challenges of cancer. It’s heartbreaking, but it’s also a powerful motivator to keep pushing forward and doing everything we can to make a difference. I promise to carry his memory with me every step of the way and continue riding in his honor for as long as I can. Thank you again for allowing me to have Gague be part of this journey. It means the world to me, and I’m so grateful for the chance to contribute in any way I can.”

I just want to take a moment to express my gratitude for you contribution. The fight against childhood cancer is something that resonates deeply with me, and I am truly committed to keeping this mission alive. No child should ever have to endure the pain and challenges of cancer. It’s heartbreaking, but it’s also a powerful motivator to keep pushing forward and doing everything we can to make a difference. I promise to carry his memory with me every step of the way and continue riding in his honor for as long as I can. Thank you again for allowing me to have Gague be part of this journey. It means the world to me, and I’m so grateful for the chance to contribute in any way I can.
Lauri Beck

“There can be no cause more worthy than defeating childhood cancer”
$72.45
Received this donation 124 days ago

James

“Lauri, I couldn’t agree more. Thank you so much.”

Lauri, I couldn’t agree more. Thank you so much.
Robin Harman
$72.45
Received this donation 132 days ago

James

“Robin, , Thank you! Together we are well on our way of meeting our goals!”

Robin, , Thank you! Together we are well on our way of meeting our goals!
Lori Rodriguez

“Go get 'em, Jim!”
$51.75
Received this donation 147 days ago

James

“Than you Lori. Just FYI, I have been training for a few weeks to build myself up. This weekend I completed 76 miles. I will have no problem meeting my ride goal this year.”

Than you Lori. Just FYI, I have been training for a few weeks to build myself up. This weekend I completed 76 miles. I will have no problem meeting my ride goal this year.
Travis Turley
$51.75
Received this donation 147 days ago

James

“Travis, Thank you so much for the donation.”

Travis, Thank you so much for the donation.
Elaine Trites
$36.23
Received this donation 150 days ago

James

“Elaine, Thanks so much for the donation. I know that Jamie, Gauge's mother appreciates it as well.”

Elaine, Thanks so much for the donation. I know that Jamie, Gauge's mother appreciates it as well.
Kimberley PHILPOTT
$20.70
Received this donation 124 days ago

James

“Kimberly, thank you so much. You truly are a good friend. Share the post with your network.”

Kimberly, thank you so much. You truly are a good friend. Share the post with your network.