I had said that I wouldn’t report on the Gala Dinner held on Thursday – to spare the blushes of the innocent! However, I must mention two things:
First, yours truly was chosen as “Most Improved Irish 66er 2008″ – for “going from 50 miles per hour to 90 in 5 days”!
The hat - my prize! (The shirt is our team shirt, kindly provided by Nobby Usher)
Second, and the real reason for this extra blog entry, was that I and two other Irish 66ers who had had small tips (the technical term is that we “laid down” our bikes) were called up at the end of the awards presentations and given a wodge of cash each, a contribution towards the loss of our deposits with EagleRider, raised in a whiparound by the Irish 66ers. Chief RoadCaptain Tony Toner explained to me “You’re an Irish 66er now and we look after each other”. You sure do – guys and gals, I don’t know you all by name, but thank you all most sincerely – I’m truly humbled by your generousity. GO Irish 66ers!!
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November 2, 2008 at 3:18 pm
Michael MacHale Mayo 66'er
Well done Brian, I have just read your blog on Route 66, and it was great to relive the whole experience again. I have passed it on to my team mates and a few friends, I know they will enjoy it also. Look forward to seeing you at the reunion in Castlebar on 6/7th. Feb 2009.
November 5, 2008 at 11:50 am
Angi McNulty
Do you know Brian, you are indeed a true gentleman, and one I am very proud of indeed.
You took on the Route 66 Motorcycle Challenge 2008 (the fundraising part and adventure part) with a heart and a half. It was not easy, a true endurance test indeed….
Having managed this event since 2000, I feel 2008 was the most successful one ever – again with little tweaks 2010 will be even more perfect, I do hope you can join us in 2010.
See you at the reunion on 6-7 Feb 2008.
Thanks for all you do! and continue to do! especially for the certificates Angi – Event Manager, The Route 66 Motorcycle Challenge.