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Last Updated: 2 Apr 2018 - 8:45:17 PM |
Editor,
Like all the cycling family I was shocked and saddened to read about the tragic accident which resulted in the loss of Davy McCall.
While I hadn't met the guy in over 10 years I remember him well riding on Northern teams on the Ras in the 1980's where 'wee Davys' ability to turn a 52x13 on the flat was legendary.
I also remember him on the Girvan in 1985 / 1986 where I was on the NCA team and Davey was on the NICF team managed by big Mo. Always a decent guy with incredible enthusiasm for the sport, the irony is that his desire to stay involved as long as he did finally claimed his life.
I think now of all the guys who have lost their life's in accidents, Des Hanlon, Donal Crowley, Mark Graham ( Bo's brother) who I roomed with in the Tour of Luxembourg in 1986 and now Davey McCall. These guys will make some TTT on the other side!
Claude Costelloe
Limerick
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From the Isle of Man (13 Aug)
On behalf of myself and the many cyclists in the Isle of Man who also knew and raced against him, I would like to express our collective sorrow at the tragic news of Dave McCall's death.
Dave was not only a great competitor and a welcome visitor to these shores but also a true sportsman and a great ambassador for the sport we all love.
His cheery smile and humour will be greatly missed.
Lionel Cowin,
Former Isle of Man Team Manager
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