A Mandurah teen and his grandmother have teamed up for a 200km bike ride to raise money for cancer research.
The MACA Cancer 200 sees riders cycle from Mandurah to Perth and back over two days in October, raising money for the Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research.
Shelley Scadding and her grandson Kale, a Mandurah Catholic College student, are ready to hit the road for a good cause.
"I was looking for a bit of a challenge and came upon the ride that raises money for cancer research, so I rang my grandson Kale and he said he was up for it," Ms Scadding said.
"As a cancer survivor, a fundraiser that helps cancer research has always been on my bucket list.
"I have a cousin who has been battling lymphoma for many years who has recently been diagnosed with melanoma so raising money for cancer research feels like the right thing to do.
"The only way researchers do their work is with help from supporters, and I can provide some of that."
To raise funds, the pair have held a couple of sausage sizzles and Kale took some collection tins to Kulin in the holidays. So far, they have raised nearly $3000.
Ms Scadding said she looked forward to the bike ride.
"We have only done one 50km training ride together but Kale mountain bikes often and plays a couple of hockey games a week, he wants me to go mountain bike riding in Bali, but I've drawn the line at that," she said.
"I've always kept fit, it makes such a difference when you're managing difficult times.
"I've succeeded in helping a family member overcome some health issues and addiction, they have lost over 30kg and are looking and feeling great now, I feel very proud of that."
To support the duo in their fundraise efforts, click here.
