Cycle Safari 2026 in Aid of the Marie Keating Foundation
Thank you so much for visiting my fundraising page. This year, I’m taking on the Tour de Force Charity Cycle 2026, an extraordinary multi‑day challenge across Africa, all in support of the Marie Keating Foundation.
This event brings together a dedicated group of riders who are pushing themselves physically and mentally to raise vital funds for cancer awareness, prevention, and support services. Every kilometre we cycle helps the Foundation continue its mission of ensuring that people affected by cancer receive the information, comfort, and care they deserve.
The route will take us through some of the most stunning and demanding landscapes in Africa — from vibrant towns and rural communities to challenging climbs and long, open stretches of road. It’s a journey that will test endurance, resilience, and teamwork, and I’m proud to be part of it.
Your support means more than you know. By sponsoring my ride, you’re helping to fund life‑changing programmes that provide education, early detection awareness, and compassionate support for individuals and families facing cancer. Every donation, big or small, makes a real difference.
If you can, please consider sponsoring my challenge. And if you’d like to help even more, feel free to share this page with friends, family, or colleagues. Together, we can make a meaningful impact.
Thank you for your kindness, generosity, and encouragement. It truly keeps me going.
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€53.48
Ryan Siebenkittel
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Sarra -jane
Amazing!
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Enda Oconnor
Well done Declan
€100
Niall Somers
Best of luck Declan and don't forget that you don't need to cycle faster than the lion chasing you - just faster than the lad beside ya!
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Gerard Craven
Best of Luck Decy for an Absolutely great cause. Well done and Safe Travels.
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Osama Katwan
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Eileen Dk
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Siobhan English
Best of luck Declan.
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Miriam Connolly
Way to go Declan!!
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Paul Mcloughlin
Head down, arse up and pedal like there is a herd of Wilderbeast on your tail!
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Anonymous
Good man Declan! Best of luck and fair play for doint this!
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Anonymous
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Aidan Kerins Linven
Declan, a magnificent adventure; for a brilliant Charity. Best of luck. Aidan K
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Tom Casey
Good man Dec, and a good cause!
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Malachy Brannigan
Keep that chain oiled Dec. A brilliant cause. Well done Cuz
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Stuart Barker
Good Luck Dec, enjoy the experience
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Jack Bielman
Ride safe my friend. God bless you and the Foundation you’re riding to support.
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Brian Peacock
Best of luck!
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Oliver Lonergan
Well done Declan, all for a good cause. Best of luck, Olly
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Ken Savage
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Bill Murphy
Good Declan Collette will be with you throughout your journey
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Damien Moloney
best of luck Decy
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Stephen Anderson
Fair play Declan, great cause. Make sure you can outrun the lions 😉
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Nancy Kralik
May the wind be at your back, Declan.
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Matthew Madigan
You got this Dec!!!!!!
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Chlöe Dr
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Paige H
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Kass Valentine
€10
Charlie Maples
Good luck!
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Mitch Redmond
Best of luck
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Kevin Power
Gowan ye good thing !!
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Megan Oleary
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Shane Donnachie
On yer bike
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Conor Lee
Best of luck withbit Dec
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John Collins
Best of luck Declan !
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Patrick Kearney
Dear Declan, wishing you the very best in your venture for this great cause that is close to our hearts, please stay safe and well, best wishes, Pat
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Barry O'brien
Go on ye mad bas*~#d
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Anonymous
Best of luck my friend
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Dornan Engineering Ltd
Declan, best of luck on the Cycle Safari from all at Dornan Engineering.
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Declan Mcmahon
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Shane Gwinnutt
Hi Declan, all the very best, take lots of pictures
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Brad Davey
Well done - impressive effort
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Kimm Phelan
Fair play Declan ...
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Anonymous
Go n-éirí an bóthar leat Deco !
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Terry Kiernan
Best of luck Dec
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John Murphy
Would this be harder than cycling over the Hill of Howth after a few pints!!!! Seriously, great cause Declan.. well done 👏
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Anonymous
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Boylo
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Micheál O’ Connor
Declan, well done! A thoroughly worthwhile cause. Looking forward to hearing about how you get on. Best of luck with it. M
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Carilu Rodriguez-schlegel
Best of Luck, Declan!
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Steve Duffield
Good luck mate, such a great charity
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Josh Connon
Great cause Declan! Good luck!
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Gary Evans
Break a leg Declan, it’s a great cause.
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Leslie Baby
Cheering you on, Declan!
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Anonymous
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Gurmeet Sethi
Hi Declan - Good luck on the noble cause. Enjoy cycling through beautiful country. Thanks. Gurmeet
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Luisa Blankestijn
Declan, thank you for supporting this great cause!
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Cameron Caguioa
Good luck Declan and take of yourself out there.
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Eoin Doherty
On yer bike!
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Anonymous
All the very best Declan, have an amazing journey.
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Juan Villalba
great cause! All the miles in the Ant Hills along the Buffalo Bayou will show in Africa.
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Andy Garland
Great cause, great adventure!
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Anonymous
Good luck Dec!! 🚴
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Emer Madigan
You got this Declan .what a fantastic cause to fund raise for.Take care of yourself x
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Paul Curtis
Good luck
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Renee Perry
Declan, Wishing you all the best. God bless you for helping these families! Renee Perry
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Rob Stanley
Stay on Cagney's back wheel.. you will be doing well.
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Cria Madigan
Well done Dec! Very proud of you💕
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Josh O’sullivan
All the best! 🚴
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Blackchurch Leisure Fiona Hewitt Murphy Denis Murphy
Not long now, all your hard training will be finished.best of luck and enjoy your cycle in pure nature.
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Andreas Beck
Great cause Declan, all the best for the ride!
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Garrett Foley
What a great thing to do. Best of Luck Dec.
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Murth And Carmel O’sullivan
Good luck Declan
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Fergal O'byrne
Great job Declan
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Henry
Fantastic challenge Dec, very best of luck buddy.
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Lister
Good luck Declan. Enjoy the journey
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Ian Foster
Great cause, good luck mate👍
€50
Eric Brunton
Best of luck Declan 💪
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Pedro Mc
You can do it! Are you using an e-bike 😁
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David And Helen
Best of luck Dec🚴David and Helen
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Kelly
Best of luck Declan.
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Orion Henderson
Enjoy the suffering Dec!
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Anonymous
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Suzanne O Reilly
Way to go Declan!!!
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David Jack
Good luck Declan, Sounds like an awesome adventure.
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Padraig Finn
Declan: Best of Luck - Great cause
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Amdrew Chambers
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Peter Mcdermott
Good man Dec. Keep her between the ditches.
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Lyle
Best of Luck Dec!! You Got This!!
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Moe El Sayed
Best of luck Declan👏
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Jeff Beard
Enjoy the experience!
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Olga Machrone
Best of luck Declan! It’s a great cause!
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Benn Smith
Good luck mate!
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Stephen Mcinerney
Best of lucky buddy.
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James Murphy
Best of luck Dec👏
Good Luck Declan!