Why I Ride:
2019 marks my 50th year alive and 10th year “NED.” We’re thriving through breast cancer and my 8th year riding the PMC!!!
I’m a proud supporter of the PMC because it is leading a charge to beat cancer. In fact, 100% of rider-raised revenue goes directly to support the Jimmy Fund and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute’s tireless commitment to finding a cure. These research and clinical institutes are working hard on better treatments, cures, and for advancement of medical knowledge about cancer throughout the world. We are proud supporters of this charity, mainly for the uniqueness that 100% of donations fight cancer. My family and I will fund raise, train, commit our family time and money, and do our best to make the financial goals. In order to do this successfully, we need a team. You see, raising $7,000 or more dollars takes a group effort. Please join us in making this group effort to beat cancer down achievable! Thank you !!!!!!!!
I've made a personal commitment to ride and I hope you can help me achieve this significant goal. My route is Sturbridge to ProvinceTown (200 miles) and this is my 8th year riding.
Please donate to my PMC ride at one of the following links:
Click here to make $25 donation
Click here to make a $50 donation
Click here to make a $100 donation
Click here to make a $250 donation
Click here to make a $500 donation
Click here to make a $1,000 donation
Every donation brings us closer by the mile
Our story is simple….I guess:
Hi, we are the Boston Uteggs…..and welcome to our new personal fund raising page….
We are family who has been touched by adversity and cancer and WE ARE FIGHTING BACK!
Disability:
In 2001, I was almost killed by a drunk driver. I fought my way back to life and now I am a disabled, but VERY MUCH ALIVE recumbent cyclist (Bacchetta c.a.). Cycling helped me get my life back. I enjoy it and it makes me healthier,happier and hopefully a better person.
Cancer:
Then in 2009, I was diagnosed with Breast Cancer….Surgery, chemo, radiation and a NEW BEGINNING……….That’s right, another challenge, but I had support, love and the strength of my family, friends and the cancer community.
LIFE:
The outpouring of support was and still is inspirational. I had exceptional medical care through Mass General Hospital, and Newton-Wellesley Hemotology/Oncology. These treatment centers are part of the Dana Farber Cancer Institute and have direct benefit from THE PAN MASS CHALLENGE. Everyone deserves great care, cutting edge treatments and positive outcomes. Given that, I am cycling the PMC, for me, others and future generations.
I am simply trying to contribute to research, a cure for cancer and to help people through their journey. The PMC is an amazing physical, mental and financial challenge. I am already training and am preparing myself for those first two elements. I cycle, strength, and cross train so I am physically ready for this worthwhile charity.
Where I am in my journey:
I am 10 years cancer free October 5th and count every day as a blessing….Cancer is scary, crappy, hurts people and has taken too many of our family and friends. So, we do the only thing we can…We MOVE ON, LIVE LIFE, and enjoy TIME! Through my cancer journey, I found that one of my favorite activities (besides talking hahhaha) is cycling….and I do A LOT of it…It makes me happier, healthier and is a chance for me and our family to make a difference in the war on cancer.
The Pan Mass Challenge is going to be a major milestone for me. It will be 200 miles in 2 days (that’s a lot). I am also riding a recumbent bike (my Bacchetta c.a), as I am not only a cancer survivor, I am a survivor of a life threatening, yet disabling motor vehicle accident.
I have taken on more and more challenges and grow with each pedal stroke…..So please donate and help me “Be the change that I would like to see in this world….”
Please feel free to see some media coverage under the links tab.
Thank you,
Gina Utegg
1180 Livingston Street
Tewksbury, MA 01876
If you'd like to donate by check, please make checks out to Pan Mass Challenge or DFCI and send it to the address above.
Team Dassault,cancer survivor,recumbent cyclist,mom,fund raiser,paratriathlete,disabled athlete
Mike and Rachael-support and best family ever
Thanks! If you have questions please email me at g_utegg@msn.com Thanks for your support 
My Links
Tewksbury patch and Huffington Post 2012
Fox Sports News Nautica Malibu Triathlon-Paratri and Paul Mitchell Spirit Award WINNER!
Huffington Post Greatest Person of the Day 2012
Front Page Tewksbury Advocate April 27, 2012
Benefit fundraiser, June 14th, Wilmington Patch
Comedy fundraiser at Focaccia's...Please come celebrate life and support a great cause!
Burlington MA TV show on why I ride
Wilmington Town Crier 2013-nice write up
Face of America
Disability Public Service Announcement
Pan Mass Challenge Living Proof Portrait Project 2015
