David B.

David B.

Pedaling Through Pain: My Journey to Raise Awareness for Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome and the Power of Alternative Pain Management Techniques. My only Talent is 'I just don't QUIT!'
  • 5 Oct 2025
     
    David B. David B. | Wed 27 Aug 23 days to go
    bike Sun 5 Oct Interested

    The Viking Challenge | The Original Viking 30K

    I'm interested in doing this event. 🤔 Full details are on the link below - if you fancy joining me, just click Join below to let me know. If not, give me a cheer if you think I should sign up 👏 and share any tips in the comments. 💬

    Details
  • 5 Oct 2025
     
    David B. David B. | Wed 27 Aug 23 days to go
    bike Sun 5 Oct Interested

    Lee Valley Half Century | 40km

    I'm interested in doing this event. 🤔 Full details are on the link below - if you fancy joining me, just click Join below to let me know. If not, give me a cheer if you think I should sign up 👏 and share any tips in the comments. 💬

    Details Lee Valley Half Century | 40km
  • 5 Oct 2025
     
    David B. David B. | Wed 27 Aug 23 days to go
    bike Sun 5 Oct Interested

    Palace to Palace Bike Ride | Ultra

    I'm interested in doing this event. 🤔 Full details are on the link below - if you fancy joining me, just click Join below to let me know. If not, give me a cheer if you think I should sign up 👏 and share any tips in the comments. 💬

    Details Palace to Palace Bike Ride | Ultra
  • 5 Oct 2025
     
    David B. David B. | Wed 27 Aug 23 days to go
    bike Sun 5 Oct Interested

    Palace to Palace Bike Ride | Classic

    I'm interested in doing this event. 🤔 Full details are on the link below - if you fancy joining me, just click Join below to let me know. If not, give me a cheer if you think I should sign up 👏 and share any tips in the comments. 💬

    Details Palace to Palace Bike Ride | Classic
  • 5 Oct 2025
     
    David B. David B. | Wed 27 Aug 23 days to go
    Event Sun 5 Oct Interested

    Lee Valley Half Century

    I'm interested in doing this event. 🤔 Full details are on the link below - if you fancy joining me, just click Join below to let me know. If not, give me a cheer if you think I should sign up 👏 and share any tips in the comments. 💬

    Details Lee Valley Half Century
  • 27 Sep 2025
     
    David B. David B. | Sun 3 Nov 2024 15 days to go
    Adventure race Sat 27 Sep Interested

    Race the Sun | Jurassic Coast

    I'm interested in doing this event. 🤔 Full details are on the link below - if you fancy joining me, just click Join below to let me know. If not, give me a cheer if you think I should sign up 👏 and share any tips in the comments. 💬

    Details Race the Sun | Jurassic Coast
  • 13 Sep 2025
     
    David B. David B. | Sun 3 Nov 2024
    Adventure race Sat 13 Sep Interested

    Race the Sun | Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon)

    I'm interested in doing this event. 🤔 Full details are on the link below - if you fancy joining me, just click Join below to let me know. If not, give me a cheer if you think I should sign up 👏 and share any tips in the comments. 💬

    Details Race the Sun | Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon)
  • 5 Jul 2025
     
    David B. David B. | Sun 3 Nov 2024
    Adventure race Sat 5 Jul Interested

    Pedal Paddle Peak | Lake District

    I'm interested in doing this event. 🤔 Full details are on the link below - if you fancy joining me, just click Join below to let me know. If not, give me a cheer if you think I should sign up 👏 and share any tips in the comments. 💬

    Details Pedal Paddle Peak | Lake District
  • 14 Jun 2025
     
    David B. David B. | Sun 3 Nov 2024
    run Sat 14 Jun Interested

    The Drop | Newcastle Summer | 10 Miles

    I'm interested in doing this event. 🤔 Full details are on the link below - if you fancy joining me, just click Join below to let me know. If not, give me a cheer if you think I should sign up 👏 and share any tips in the comments. 💬

    The Drop | Newcastle Summer | 10 Miles
  • 14 Jun 2025
     
    David B. David B. | Sun 3 Nov 2024
    Adventure race Sat 14 Jun Interested

    Race the Sun | Jurassic Coast Off-Road

    I'm interested in doing this event. 🤔 Full details are on the link below - if you fancy joining me, just click Join below to let me know. If not, give me a cheer if you think I should sign up 👏 and share any tips in the comments. 💬

    Details Race the Sun | Jurassic Coast Off-Road
  • 14 Jun 2025
     
    David B. David B. | Sun 3 Nov 2024
    run Sat 14 Jun Interested

    The Drop | Newcastle Summer

    I'm interested in doing this event. 🤔 Full details are on the link below - if you fancy joining me, just click Join below to let me know. If not, give me a cheer if you think I should sign up 👏 and share any tips in the comments. 💬

    The Drop | Newcastle Summer
  • 26 Apr 2025
     
    David B. David B. | Sun 3 Nov 2024
    Adventure race Sat 26 Apr Interested

    Adventure Triple Challenge

    I'm interested in doing this event. 🤔 Full details are on the link below - if you fancy joining me, just click Join below to let me know. If not, give me a cheer if you think I should sign up 👏 and share any tips in the comments. 💬

    Adventure Triple Challenge
  • 13 Apr 2025
     
    David B. David B. | Thu 26 Sep 2024
    bike Sun 13 Apr Interested

    Haldon Heroic | Mega

    I'm interested in doing this event. 🤔 Full details are on the link below - if you fancy joining me, just click Join below to let me know. If not, give me a cheer if you think I should sign up 👏 and share any tips in the comments. 💬

    Details Haldon Heroic | Mega
  • 16 Mar 2025
     
    David B. David B. | Tue 10 Dec 2024
    bike Sun 16 Mar Interested

    Ware’s Cambridge | 30 Miles

    I'm interested in doing this event. 🤔 Full details are on the link below - if you fancy joining me, just click Join below to let me know. If not, give me a cheer if you think I should sign up 👏 and share any tips in the comments. 💬

    Details
  • 7 Dec 2024
     
    David B. David B. | Thu 26 Sep 2024
    orienteer Sat 7 Dec 2024 Doing

    Cotswolds Winter Adventure Race | Bike only

    I've signed up for this event. 🥇 Full details are on the link below - if you fancy joining me, get signed up and click Join below to let me know. If not, give me a cheer 👏 and share any tips in the comments. 💬

    Cotswolds Winter Adventure Race | Bike only
  • 7 Dec 2024
     
    David B. David B. | Thu 26 Sep 2024
    Event Sat 7 Dec 2024 Interested

    Cotswolds Winter Adventure Race

    I'm interested in doing this event. 🤔 Full details are on the link below - if you fancy joining me, just click Join below to let me know. If not, give me a cheer if you think I should sign up 👏 and share any tips in the comments. 💬

    Cotswolds Winter Adventure Race
  • 9 Nov 2024
     
    David B. David B. | Thu 26 Sep 2024
    orienteer Sat 9 Nov 2024 Interested

    Berkshire Winter Adventure Race | Bike only

    I'm interested in doing this event. 🤔 Full details are on the link below - if you fancy joining me, just click Join below to let me know. If not, give me a cheer if you think I should sign up 👏 and share any tips in the comments. 💬

    Berkshire Winter Adventure Race | Bike only
  • 3 Nov 2024
     
    David B. David B. | Thu 26 Sep 2024
    bike Sun 3 Nov 2024 Doing

    RSPB Go Wild! | 65 Mile

    I've signed up for this event. 🥇 Full details are on the link below - if you fancy joining me, get signed up and click Join below to let me know. If not, give me a cheer 👏 and share any tips in the comments. 💬

    Details
  • 6 Oct 2024
     
    David B. David B. | Thu 26 Sep 2024
    bike Sun 6 Oct 2024 Interested

    The Viking Challenge | The Original Viking 30K

    I'm interested in doing this event. 🤔 Full details are on the link below - if you fancy joining me, just click Join below to let me know. If not, give me a cheer if you think I should sign up 👏 and share any tips in the comments. 💬

    Details
  • 6 Oct 2024
     
    David B. David B. | Thu 26 Sep 2024
    bike Sun 6 Oct 2024 Interested

    Market Harborough Festival of Cycling | 70K Off-Road

    I'm interested in doing this event. 🤔 Full details are on the link below - if you fancy joining me, just click Join below to let me know. If not, give me a cheer if you think I should sign up 👏 and share any tips in the comments. 💬

    Details
  • 21 Sep 2024
     
    David B. David B. | Fri 4 Jul
    Event Sat 21 Sep 2024 Interested

    London to Brighton Off-Road Bike Ride

    I'm interested in doing this event. 🤔 Full details are on the link below - if you fancy joining me, just click Join below to let me know. If not, give me a cheer if you think I should sign up 👏 and share any tips in the comments. 💬

    Details London to Brighton Off-Road Bike Ride
  • 8 Sep 2023
     
    David B. David B. | Fri 28 Apr 2023
    charity bike Fri 8 Sep 2023

    'Race the Ship' - Mixed-Abilities Fundraising Challenge

    180-mile goal🎯 in 4 days by 🏃‍♂️🚴🛶 or any human-powered means! Commit to fundraising 💰 for Jubilee Sailing Trust's accessible tall ship🌊 S.V. Tenacious. Unite to empower⚡️ all abilities & sail as one! 🌟#RaceTheShip2023

     'Race the Ship' - Mixed-Abilities Fundraising Challenge
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  • 3 Sep 2023
     
    David B. David B. | Fri 28 Apr 2023
    charity bike Sun 3 Sep 2023

    Pedal for a Purpose - Supporting Jubilee Sailing Trust's #BringingOurMissionAshore Initiative

    We believe in pushing our limits, embracing the spirit of adventure, and supporting the Jubilee Sailing Trust which enables people with diverse abilities to experience the thrill of sailing on the majestic S.V. Tenacious. Not only will we challenge ourselves physically, but we will also be committed to fundraising for this inspiring cause. We are united in our passion for pushing boundaries and celebrating the power of determination and teamwork.

  • 25 Jun 2023
     
    David B. David B. | Fri 28 Apr 2023
    charity bike Sun 25 Jun 2023

    Overcoming Medical Challenges with Unwavering Determination to Fundraise for Jubilee Sailing Trust

    I 'Pedal Through Pain' to show that disabled cyclists do exist! 🚴‍♂️♿ Let's break the stigma and spread the word.

  • 18 Jun 2023
     
    David B. David B. | Thu 27 Apr 2023
    charity bike Sun 18 Jun 2023

    Pedaling Through Pain

    I ride to raise awareness of Ehlers-Danlos syndrome and the advanced pain management techniques I use to manage my constant widespread severe pain without pain meds. I'm a disabled cyclist (Yes we do exist), I also use a wheelchair :) - My only Talent is 'I just don't QUIT!'

    Details Pedaling Through Pain
  • 21 May 2023
     
    David B. David B. | Thu 27 Apr 2023
    charity bike Sun 21 May 2023

    Triumph Over Pain: Zebra Warrior Celebrates 52 Years of Defying Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome with Unstoppable Spirit! 🦓💪🚴‍♂️

    Raising awareness for Ehlers Danlos Support UK and flaunting my EDS warrior stripes with pride! 🦓💪 - 52 yrs Ehlers Danlos Syndrome (EDS) widespread constant severe pain. - 45 yrs Daily Dislocations & Subluxations - 17 yrs Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) - 46 yrs strongest opiates at very high dosages = nothing worked. - 3 yrs - no pain meds & best pain control ever had 🙏 Grateful for every pedal, every beat, every smile and because I'm not defined by my Disability 💃🎶💪🦓🚴‍♂️

    Details Triumph Over Pain: Zebra Warrior Celebrates 52 Years of Defying Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome with Unstoppable Spirit! 🦓💪🚴‍♂️
  • 12 Aug 2022
     
    David B. David B. | Fri 28 Apr 2023
    charity bike Fri 12 Aug 2022

    Jubilee Sailing Trust's Mixed-Ability Superhero Triathlon Team Embarks on a Thrilling Adventure - #BringingOurMissionAshore

    🌊⚓️🦸‍♀️Introducing the Incredible Superhero Triathlon Team Representing Jubilee Sailing Trust! 🦸‍♂️⚓️🌊 We are thrilled to announce our mixed-ability superhero triathlon team, ready to make waves in support of the Jubilee Sailing Trust! As a charity that champions inclusion and exploration, our team members embody the spirit of adventure aboard the fully accessible tall ship, S.V. Tenacious. Together, we are #BringingOurMissionAshore! 🔗https://jubileesailingtrust.enthuse.com/pf/edswarriorz

    Details Jubilee Sailing Trust's Mixed-Ability Superhero Triathlon Team Embarks on a Thrilling Adventure - #BringingOurMissionAshore
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