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Riding with Purpose: Why This Year’s DGR Hits Closer to Home

Saturday 29th Mar 2025

Since my first Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride, where I joined the global effort to raise funds for men’s health, life has taken an unexpected turn. Not long after that ride, I was diagnosed with prostate cancer. The irony wasn’t lost on me—riding to raise awareness one year, and suddenly becoming part of the very cause the next.

The diagnosis came after a painful biopsy revealed a Gleason score of 9—aggressive, and already threatening nearby tissue. There was no time to lose. Holidays, work trips, plans—they all had to be paused or cancelled. My life shifted overnight.

But perhaps the biggest shift was internal. My perspective on time, purpose, and what really matters changed profoundly. We all know life is finite, but now I felt it in every decision. That awareness doesn’t overwhelm me—it grounds me. It’s like a dipstick I use to check where my energy and priorities should go.

I’ve since attended support groups and online forums for prostate cancer. I’m often one of the younger ones there. I’ve witnessed men from the Great Generation and Boomers open up—some quiet, some anxious, some simply overwhelmed. Their honesty has been humbling.

Research funding is critical. We need better treatments, earlier detection, and improved quality of life for those affected. But just as vital is the support for mental health. A positive mindset, community, and emotional support can make all the difference when facing a diagnosis like this.

The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride raises money every year for both prostate cancer research and men’s mental health initiatives. They’re transparent about how the funds are used—and every contribution counts, no matter the size.

This year, I ride again. With a deeper reason. And I invite you to support the cause. For men’s health. For someone you know. Maybe even for yourself.

I'm Riding for Men's Health in The Distinguished Gentleman's Ride

Monday 24th Mar 2025 On Sunday the 18th of May 2025, I'm riding in The Distinguished Gentleman's Ride with fellow men and women across the globe to raise funds and awareness for prostate cancer and men's mental health on behalf of Movember. Men die on average 6 years earlier than women and for largely preventable reasons. The number of men that are suffering is growing, and we need to do something about that. So, before I press my tweed and polish my boots, I'm asking you to join me in raising funds and awareness for these causes by donating what you can for this meaningful cause and to help the men we love, live happier and healthier lives.

My Team

Enfield Riders Club of Auckland

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My Sponsors

Sharon Peh

Have loads of fun, laughter, and smiles. You are loved.

$405 USD

Anonymous

$145 USD

Anonymous

$145 USD

Serena Ho

Quinten, keep going and stay strong! All the best!! Warmest regards Serena

$116 USD

Eric D. Schabell

Success en ik ben altijd zo trots om je een vriend te noemen door de jaren heen!

$116 USD

Mike Porter

🫡 you sir! Go well. Recover soon. Stay 💪

$116 USD

Phil Andrews

Best of Luck Quinten, cheering for you and paddling that canoe alongside you!

$116 USD

Claudine Sia

All the best, we are rooting for you!

$114 USD

Geoff & Jenni Gardner

Wishing you all the very best & enjoy the ride for yourself as well as others this time around. Sending healing thoughts from across the miles x

$89 USD

Cornelius And Linda

Hey Quinten, what a great initiative. Raising money for this cause while doing what you're passionate about and what gives you energy. Proud to be your friend.

$60 USD

NIK

Enjoy the ride!

$60 USD

Fred Smulders

Dude, Ik hou van je. Fred

$60 USD

Patrick Hanley

Great cause Quinten! Best of luck for the ride mate and enjoy it :)

$59 USD

Fam. C. Laureijs

Keep going.

$58 USD

Marrije

Great cause. Respect for your mission and journey, Q; For all in dire straits, healing or needing support: you rock.

$58 USD

Kelly & Derek Wilson

Derek bummed to be missing the ride this year. Such a great cause. Enjoy & good luck.

$58 USD

Caryn Brown And Family

In your honor, Q, and in memory of my late father

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Fabio

Go 2nd Gear Go!!!! :-)

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Ashor Benjamin

Keep smiling Q

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David Hutchison-Bird

A great cause, good luck and have fun Quinten, cheers, David

$57 USD

Joe L

Great work legend!

$56 USD

Pat Curry

$56 USD

Steven Ellis

$30 USD

Joseph Tejal

All the best on the ride Q!

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Justin Harrington

$29 USD

Cameron Russo

$29 USD

Sam Barker

$29 USD

Dany

You are such a courageous and inspiring soul! May your journey of healing shine light to so many others 🙏

$29 USD

Jonathan Bishop

Best wishes to you.

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Kevin Helas

Supporting you on your ride Quentin!

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Patrixk

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Ana Voicu

Best of luck Quinten! :)

$29 USD

Jana Gutierrez Kardu

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Olaf K

Awesome stuff, mate! Proud to sponsor you as you ride for such important causes.. Stay safe, ride well, and know you’re making an impact. Good on ya!

$24 USD

Quinten Oustrup Laureijs

$20 USD

Hubert Schweinesbein

Hi Quinten, I was not aware you are impacted by yourself. More than happy to support your engagement.

$18 USD

Frank Weyns

One Day we will meet again, and talk like Statler and Waldorf by a cold beer.

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Robert Molijn

Lees dit, Kerel heel veel sterkte !

$12 USD

Gerben De Boer

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Richard Tasker

smash it

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Kit Gerrits

Hang in there!

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Olga Laureijs

Succes! 💪

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Lidy Fontein

Respect voor jou, Q! Liefs, Lidy

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