Eddie Dawkins Ride For Dementia

World Champion and Commonwealth Games medal winning cyclist Eddie Dawkins is lending his support to Alzheimers New Zealand, in recognition of his family connection to dementia. Eddie’s grandfather passed away with dementia, and his grandmother is also now affected by the condition.

From 20-21 March Eddie and his coach Anthony Peden (former trainer to Casey Stoner) are lending their support to Alzheimers New Zealand by riding in a charity motorcycle rally around the central North Island, beginning in Auckland and passing through Tauranga, Whakatane, Taupo and Rotorua, before finishing up in Waikato.

The main message that Eddie will be promoting is that there are things you can do to reduce your risk of developing dementia, including keeping fit and healthy, being socially engaged and keeping your brain active. He’ll also be raising much needed funds.