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Dave Bacon
 
Name:  Dave Bacon
 
Team Name: Team Adventure Unlimited
 
Category: Two Person Team
 
Age: 50
 
Country: England
 
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Fundraising or donations: Click here
 
Website for Team Adventure Unlimited and crew: Click here

Are you cycling this Event for a Charity or Organisation, if so which one and why?
 
Adventure Unlimited, Brighton, West Sussex
They provide outdoor activities for disadvantaged children and were very keen to become partners in our RAI endeavour.
 
Are you a member of a Club, if so which one?

Blazing Saddles / TM Racing
How did you hear about the Race Around Ireland? 

Google
  
What made you make up your mind to take part in this event?

Wanted to mark my 50th year by doing something special and to help others by raising a worthwhile amount of money for a good cause. Also hoping I will make some good friends through doing this ride

What concerns do you have about the Race Around Ireland?

Getting the logistics organised, the distance, dealing with the lack of sleep, the night riding, my lack of ability.

What are you most looking forward to in the Race Around Ireland?

Seeing Ireland, riding on quiet traffic free roads, making lifelong friendships, finishing!

Cycling or athletic history, cycling results etc:
 
Motocross racing; Cycling: Road Racing, time trials, sportives, Around Britain Cycle Ride for charity. Running: marathons, ½ marathons, 10K races etc.
 
Who do you most admire in sport and why?

Valentino Rossi (Moto GP). Genius on a motorbike and a great character

What is your motto for the Race Around Ireland?

Dont quit!

Do you have any sponsors helping you with this Event?