Auction For Lance Armstrong Signed Jersey

600 km to be completed in less than 20 hours

On Friday evening the 26th June at 5.00 p.m. Cyclists from all over Ireland will be attempting to break the time record of 20 hours to cycle from Mizen Head in County Cork to Malin Head in Co. Donegal. This challenge will be performed non-stop and each of the cyclists will be cycling all of the 600 km.

As part of this challenge some of the cyclists have decided to use this opportunity to raise funds for Mayo Cancer Support Association at Rock Rose House, Castlebar. The cyclists who are endeavouring to break the time record for this massive challenge hope that their efforts will be viewed favourably and encourage others to offer whatever support they can for this worthy cause.

As part of the fundraising effort the Association have acquired an autographed photograph of Lance Armstrong together with Certificate of Authenticity. This photograph will be auctioned during and after this challenge. The closing date for bidders is Sunday 28th June at 5.00 p.m. It is hoped that this will generate interest in the cycle challenge and more importantly generate funds for the Mayo Cancer Support Association Funds. Lance Armstrong having battled with cancer twice has offered this support in recognition of the tremendous effort on the part of the cyclists. Lance Armstrong has won the Tour de France on 7 occasions and will aim to increase the tally this year to a record breaking 8 times.

Mayo Cancer Support Association provides a professional listening, counselling, non- judgemental support service to persons affected by cancer, in a safe and confidential environment while respecting the dignity and worth of the individual. The aims of the association are;

Further details on the Cycle and the Auction can be obtained by tuning in to Mid West Radio where regular updates will be given. For bidding which will start at 200 euro please contact Mid West Radio 094 96 30169 or Angela Kirrane at 087 2804164.

As you will appreciate, this is a deserving cause and we are taking this opportunity to invite people to get involved and support Mayo Cancer Support Association in their endeavours. Any assistance would be appreciated.

Donations should be made payable to Mizen to Malin Cycle Challenge.

Yours sincerely

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Angela Kirrane

Manager of Services