T-Shank's Half Iron Challenge

T-Shank's Half Iron Challenge
Sep 24, 2009 by Taylor Shanklin

Racing to Save Lives


Hey folks! I'm back at it again - fundraising , training and fighting cancer for those who cannot.


This season I am training for a Half Ironman and am also participating as a TEAM Mentor. A Half Iron distance is a 1.2 mile swim, 56 mile bike ride and 13 mile run. I'll be completing this event on April 25, 2010 in Galveston, TX. I am extremely excited about this season as I shift gears and train for a multi-sport event. The training will certainly be challenging, but the cause is well worth it!


I'll be doing this event in memory of Bob Conkling, a family member who recently lost his battle to blood cancer. As part of my fundraising and training efforts, it has become my mission to raise awareness of the need for a cure and support of those battling the disease.


Cancer is something that could happen to any of us. In some way we have all been touched by the disease. We must do our part to help out those in need. Funds raised through this website not only go to vital research, but also to patient services programs that help those currently fighting cancer. These brave individuals are our mothers, fathers, brothers, sisters, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. They need our help. Please support them by making a donation today!


Also, be sure to check out my blog for regular updates on my road to a Half Ironman. Check it out at taylorcycles.com





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Supporter's Comments

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    "After having a friend who survived lymphoma this is definitely a cause I support. Good luck on your triathalon and thanks for the fudge :)"
     

    April Davis

    Mon Dec 14 11:56:00 EST 2009

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    "Thanks to everyone who came out and supported us at the Rahr brewery and thanks to those who purchased fudge this Christmas! Go TEAM!"
     

    Taylor Shanklin

    Fri Jan 08 12:46:52 EST 2010

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    "Good Luck Taylor!"
     

    Brian Buchrucker

    Mon Feb 15 11:52:34 EST 2010

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    "Love you angel! Good luck!"
     

    JoAnne Shanklin

    Wed Apr 14 10:38:03 EDT 2010

My Fundraising Total

Raised: $1,800.00 | Goal: $2,900.00
 
62 %

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My Thanks To

JoAnne Shanklin  
JoAnne Shanklin  
Robert Vander Ploeg  
Mary Ann Kuhlmann  
dede moyse  
Jennie Doumany  
Toby & Charlie  
Lou Conkling  
Ken & Colleen Shanklin  
Michael & Carolina Bates  
Walter Kuhlmann  
Virginia Redmon  
Brian Buchrucker  
Doris Luber  
Taylor Shanklin  
Taylor Shanklin  
Terry & MaryAnn Kuhlmann  
Mark Franklin  
Chad Miller  
April Davis  
ROBERT & ANNE DOLSON  
Pam White  
Sandhya Rao  
Daniel & Taylor Shanklin