Meet The New RIder Debbie Hierrezullo # 933

1. How did you hear about the HHMC? 

Thru the long distance riding community.  I was curious who all those dudes were wearing Hoka Hey rockers on the back of their leather vests.  I was in awe.

2. Other than ride motorcycles what do you do for fun?
I enjoy spending time with my two sons, Tony who is 13, and Jake 12.  I love going camping in our 30 ft. RV.  And I work part-time at Cycle Gear selling motorcycle gear and accessories.  

3. What about the HHMC made you want to ride?
The challenge of it and the camaraderie. Riding the Hoka Hey will be my "vision quest", and I want to prove myself that I can do it.  I want to be part of the Hoka Hey community because I earned it.

4. How have you been preparing financially, physically and mentally for the challenge?

Physically,  I have been losing weight and eating healthy.  I want to be comfortable on my bike so I just changed out my handlebars so I have a shorter reach to reduce fatigue in my shoulders and back. I have been taking long rides to condition myself. I bought a used tour pack and have been researching and gathering up items I will need.

5. Have you had to over come any obstacles to do the challenge?
Basically, just my schedule, where my boys will be while I'm away, and budgeting.

6. Have you been sponsored by anyone for your ride? (Yourself)
No.

7. Who are your biggest supporters?

Lori Rocco,  my wife.

8. Have your received any support from local dealer or community?
No.

9. What is the single best piece of advice you have been given about the challenge?
"Just get out there and do it.", and learn to read a map and directions.

10. What do your friends and associates think of your participating in a challenge like this?

They don't get it.  Some think it's crazy.  But, they do wish me well. 

11. Why do you think the challenge is a worthwhile event?

Riders get to prove to themselves what they're capable of, and the Charities benefit.

12. Tell me about your charity? 

I have chosen the Treatment Advocacy Center. 

The Treatment Advocacy Center is a national 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to eliminating legal and other barriers to the timely and effective treatment of severe mental illness.

I believe mental illness has gone unchecked in this country for far too long and people who suffer from mental illness need and deserve treatment without any barriers. 

Treatment Advocacy Center