Saul Raisin Teams Up With Velocite For 2011!

DNA Distributing is very excited to welcome Saul Raisin to the DNA/Velocite family.  Saul is an amazing athlete and an even more amazing person.  In just the short time we've gotten to know Saul we've found his optimism and determination contagious.  Saul represents what is great about our sport and reminds us why we all love it so much. For a little more about Saul keep reading.

Just over four years ago Saul Raisin laid comatose in a French hospital.  He almost lost his life.  His massive brain injuries were the result of a high-speed bicycle crash.  Saul's parents were told by doctors that he could be brain dead. If he were to live, they needed to find a nursing home for him because he would need special health care assistance the rest of his life.  Prior to his crash Saul was in the process of building an impressive racing resume. He’d won the Best Young Rider jersey at the Tour de Georgia, captured ninth place overall at the Tour of Germany, turned in the strongest American performance at the 2005 World Championships, and won a mountainous stage in the first race of 2006.  At the age of 23 his future in cycling could not have been brighter.  In the blink of an eye, his world changed.  Saul Raisin crashed in a professional bicycle race in France hitting his head. Thirty hours later he slipped into a coma following brain surgery which was necessary to save his life.  Saul told his friends and family when he was in the hospital if he ever lived a normal life again that he wanted to give back and help people like him.  Now he has started the Raisin Hope Foundation to help others with brain injuries.  In the last three years, his foundation has raised over $250,000 dollars.  He is now a noted motivational speaker, author, and triathlete. 

If Saul is not competing in triathlons or giving motivational speeches he is studying to be a physical therapist in school.  Saul's experience in cycling and overcoming diversity brings a lot to DNA Distributing & Velocite Bikes.  Saul is a positive role model that shows others the power of determination and hope.

Saul, welcome to the team!  We look forward to a great and long lasting relationship.

We'll keep you posted on Saul's ride as well as pics of his build.