I'd categorize Dave as a part-time member of Team Rubber Chicken. I think he first became interested in Cycle Oregon about 10 years ago, thinking the discipline of training for it would help get him back into shape. I remember hearing about how hard he trained the first year he rode. But I don't think he's trained much for subsequent years' rides. So again, it's admirable that he possesses the mental and physical discipline to get through it. And that he signs up to do it again the next year.

Except for Tom, who is John's brother in law, all of Team Rubber Chicken have been friends for years, having all attended the same church.