20 YEARS OF BIKE 4 BURNS

May 11, 2026

Riding for something bigger

For 20 years, Bike 4 Burns has brought together riders from the Queensland Fire Department and wider emergency services community to support children affected by burns injuries.

Since launching in 2006, the annual charity ride has raised more than $1 million for the Children’s Hospital Foundation, helping fund burns research, equipment, treatment and family support services at Queensland Children’s Hospital.

At Yakima, we’re proud to have supported the ride for more than five years - backing an initiative that makes a real impact for Queensland kids and their families.

A child in front of a Firetruck for Bike 4 Burns

The 2026 ride

To celebrate its 20th anniversary, the 2026 Bike 4 Burns ride will see participants tackle a massive 700–1000km journey over seven days, riding from Bundaberg to Queensland Children’s Hospital in South Brisbane from 12–18 May 2026.

Each day brings long kilometres, challenging conditions, and plenty of determination -all in support of young burns patients across Queensland.

The final ride into Queensland Children’s Hospital is always one of the most powerful moments of the event, bringing together riders, families, hospital staff, sponsors and supporters.

Queensland Fire Department and supporters of Bike 4 Burns standing in front of a firetruck

Supporting life-changing care

Last year alone, Queensland Children’s Hospital treated more than 1150 children for burns injuries, with over a third requiring surgery.

Funds raised through Bike 4 Burns help support:
• Burns research and treatment advancements
• Critical medical equipment
• Patient recovery programs
• Support services for children and families

The event also shines a light on the resilience of young burns survivors and the importance of ongoing care and recovery support.

Bike 4 Burns Riders

Yakima backing the ride

As part of this year’s support, Yakima is contributing a $1000 Yakima voucher along with gear and swag to help support fundraising efforts around the ride.

“This year marks 20 years of Bike 4 Burns, and we’re incredibly proud of what the ride has achieved for children and families affected by burns injuries. Yakima has been supporting the ride for more than five years now, and partnerships like this help us continue making a difference.” - Ric Chambers President, Bike 4 Burns Association

“We’re proud to support Bike 4 Burns and the incredible people behind it. It’s an event built around community, resilience and making a real impact where it matters most.” Tracy Schweitzer, Brand Manager, Yakima Australia.

Why it matters

Behind every kilometre ridden is a child, a family, and a recovery journey that can last years.

Bike 4 Burns continues to help fund better outcomes for young burns patients across Queensland - supporting world-class treatment, recovery and research that is changing lives.

And after 20 years, the ride continues to prove what community can achieve when people come together for a cause bigger than themselves.