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2008 TEAM TYPE 1
DEVELOPMENT TEAM

abrahamALEX BOWDEN*
abrahamMATT BROOKS*
abrahamADAM DRISCOLL *
abrahamMONIQUE HANLEY*
abrahamTIM HARGRAVE *
abrahamANDY MEAD*
abrahamMORGAN PATTON*
abrahamTIM POWELL*
abrahamBOB SCHRANK*
abrahamMARK SUPRENANT*
abrahamKERRY WHITE *

(*indicates riders with
Type 1 diabetes)

Tim Powell

“Belief in yourself and perseverance can enable you to reach whatever goals you set.”

Coming from an athletic background that included soccer and lacrosse, Tim Powell was used to his share of hard knocks.

But it took a brush with death (a three-day diabetic coma before his diagnosis of Type 1 diabetes) to make him realize he could undergo a drastic lifestyle change, but continue to enjoy the talent and success that made him an elite-level cyclist.

Today, his is passion for cycling extends to mentoring young riders, passing along his experience and messages of encouragement, especially to those with Type 1 diabetes.

“I hope I can help show that there’s no need to be held back,” Powell said. “Don't make diabetes a limitation. You can do anything you want.”

Career Highlight

“I’ve been racing for more than 20 years, but being a part of Team Type 1 in 2008 will be the highlight of my cycling career.”

 

 

 

Height: 5-11
DOB: Aug. 1, 1967
Weight: 165 lbs.
POB: Alexandria, Va.
Began Racing: 1985
Resides: Richmond, Va.
Family: Married
Strengths: Generalist, Domestique

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Diabetes Details

Age Diagnosed: 20 years

Current A1C: At goal

Years On A Pump: Less than 1

Insulin Requirements
When Training:
20 percent of my regular basal rate (0.12 U/h) and about 50-75 percent of my normal bolus amount

Insulin Requirements
When Not Training:
Normal basal rate of 0.60 U/h, and an insulin-to-carb ratio of 1:15