First-Year Rider, Kyle Wenker, dedicated his ride to his late wife, Megan, who passed away on Christmas Day 2023 from stage IV lung cancer. Kyle was awarded the First-Year Rider Award due to his strength, commitment, and perseverance.  

Kyle’s participation in Pelotonia honors Megan’s legacy as an active, vibrant person who loved cycling. Some of his fondest memories of Megan are from the bike rides they shared together. Megan was a pediatrician known for her humility and selflessness. Megan’s spirit lives on through Kyle’s commitment to Pelotonia.  

Joining the Simply Community Peloton, Kyle raised $15,765 this year for innovative cancer research.

Over two days, Kyle rode 190 miles alongside his brother-in-law. At the finish line, he was met by Megan’s family, his two young children, and a network of loved ones inspired by his passion.  

Kyle described his ride as a “beautiful ode” to Megan that reflects why Pelotonia exists: to channel grief into hope and join a community honoring loved ones lost through investing in life-saving cancer research for others impacted by cancer.