One of my 1st experiences of bikes was watching the Dakar rally and I always thought how exciting, adventurous and challenging it would be to participate, however reality kicked back in and on with a career in the Army I went, until after serving 11 years on 4th January 2011 life changed and my day to day routine became challenging after I was struck by an IED whilst commanding a vehicle in Afghanistan and was left with multiple injuries. Although most injuries have healed over time I permanently lost the use of my right arm and hand due to severe nerve damage.

Following my discharge from the military in July 2013 I was frustrated in trying to find what I could do with myself and as bikes were still very much a passion of mine I decided to take up off road. After a few simple adaptions on the bike I was ready to hit the dirt again, although challenging I gradually adapted to it and have been competing in local enduro races for the past couple of years.
Following many challenges I've experienced since becoming disabled I would really like to inspire other people with disabilities to challenge themselves and do things they used to be able to do, or even experience new exciting challenges.
This year I will be taking part in an FIM 7 day roadbook rally in Serres (Greece) and I am aiming to be the 1st disabled person to compete and finish the rally. 7 days of racing will cover 1400km across various terrains,
alongside good friend and Off-road skills Instructor, Neil who has been preparing me for what beckons - Neil's support has been key to me competing in this event.
My long term ambition is still to compete at Dakar, where I would love to be the 1st disabled person to compete in the motorcycle category and event's such as the Serres rally are crucial to my long term goal. If this challenge helps to inspire other disabled people to follow their passions and challenge themselves then I will truly have succeeded ✊👊🏁
http://www.serresrally.com/