Hey everyone,

If you’re reading this, you probably know how much cycling means to me. It’s been my passion for as long as I can remember, and over the years, I’ve put in the work to compete at the highest level I can. This season is a big one—I’m stepping into U17 for cross country mountain biking (MTB) and U19 for cyclocross, which means tougher competition and bigger opportunities. In cyclocross especially, this is my first chance to earn UCI points and work toward qualifying for world-level events.

Last year didn’t go as planned. Just as the 2024 season was starting, I fractured my femoral neck—a pretty serious injury. It took me out for the whole mountain bike season, but I stayed focused on recovery and training, and I’ve come back stronger. I’ve been putting in at least 15 hours a week of training, and I feel ready to take on this season with everything I’ve got.

The challenge isn’t training and racing—it’s getting to the start line. Competing at this level means traveling across Canada (and even to the US), covering race fees, accommodations, and all the other costs that come with high-level racing. I am doing everything I can to keep costs down—sharing accommodations, being smart about travel—but it’s still a lot. That’s why I’m reaching out for support.

My goal is to raise $10,000 to help fund my season, and if you’re able to contribute any amount, it would mean so much to me. Seriously, every bit helps.

Thank you for always being in my corner. It means the world to have people who believe in me.

Asher