THE QUEST
Win the 2006 Insight Race Across America
| Rider |
Age |
Hometown |
Country |
| Fabio Biasiolo |
43 |
Mira Porte, Venice |
Italy |
| Orlando Borini |
34 |
Quarona |
Italy |
| Gerhard Gulewicz |
39 |
Bad Ischl |
Austria |
| Attila Kaldy |
47 |
Balataonkenese |
Hungary |
| Marcel Knaus |
37 |
Ruggell |
Leichtenstein |
| Lou Lamoureux |
35 |
Herdon, VA |
USA |
| Mark Metcalfe |
48 |
Duncanville, TX |
USA |
| Tony O'Keeffe |
45 |
Kingston, Ontario |
Canada |
| Dino Nico Valsesia |
35 |
Borgomanero |
Italy |
| Fredi Virag |
38 |
Idrija |
Slovenia |
| Kevin Wallace |
36 |
Mississauga |
Canada |
| Daniel Wyss |
36 |
Brig |
Switzerland |
Break the Mens Transcontinental RAAM Solo Record
Team Race makes it official. Our intent is to break the Mens SOLO RAAM record.
Though breaking the mens solo record has been stated in media releases and team communications since Kevins initial registration, there has been ongoing discussion regarding where the RAAM SOLO Record fit into our overall definition of success. It required some deeper soul searching,. The spirit of this effort has been driven by Kevin, reports Team Coach and spokesman Bob Langley. We had a heart to heart and in the end we knew that it was important to approach the race with the loftiest of goals. Team race represents inspiring people and giving hope to those struggling to overcome the greatest of challenges in cancer. If nothing else our declaration to race against what many have stated is the impossible represents the pursuit of miracles. There is no benefit to our playing small. We’re trying to achieve something special.
Of course we recognize that simply finishing RAAm solo is an unbelievable accomplishment and that winning RAAM in any given year is to be extraordinary amongst the extraordinary. However where others may be hoping we are believing. Kevin has displayed extraordinary discipline and effort in his training. Dr. Pat Hewitt knows the numbers and the science and is extremely confident in Kevins abilities. We have assembled an incredible team of talented people and we have a cause that gives us a purpose and a passion. Our strategy is sound and we also have a whole community pulling for us and believing in us. There is no arrogance in our intent, On the contrary we are completely humbled by the challenge ahead of us.
| Record Holder |
Year |
Avg Speed
(MPH) |
Time
(D:H:M) |
Distance
(miles) |
| Pete Penseyres |
1986 |
15.4 |
8:09:47 |
3107 |
| Kevin Wallace |
2006 |
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1043 |
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Post Race Reports/Articles
Read post race articles from Oliver Moore of the Globe and Mail, Danny Chew of RaceAcrossAmerica.org, and Race Crew commentary. Read More.
A Note From Kevin on Day 6
I must say I am both humbled and appreciative of each of your comments. They mean so much to me providing much needed energy to myself and my team. Read More.
Dedications
As the endless miles attack Kevin's legs and soul, he'll draw strength from
thoughts of these eight courageous women. Read More.
Kevin's Message
I would like to thank my friends that are not on my crew during the race but have been part of the crew in preparation. Read More.
The Quest
Team Race makes it official. Our intent is to break the Mens SOLO RAAM record. Read More.
Kevin's Gear List
I am packing some last minute items on the eve of flying out to start line and I am overwhelmed with gratitude. Read More.
Kevin's Reflection from RAAM 2004
To compete in Race Across America (RAAM) was a dream come true. Read More.
The World's Toughest Race
Still the numbers are provocative and set ones mind to churning, and when the churning is done and the initial disbelief lingers. Read More.
RAAM DNF - The Noble Defeat
Today we will explore some of the DNF Dragons that have seduced, cajoled, and downright wrestled past RAAM riders to give up. Read More.
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