My 100 Days Of Sobriety. Changing my life for the better and my BAD Relationship With Alcohol. 

It takes a real man to be honest with himself and his family..well done Dave…proud of you mate

Well done Dave for posting such an honest video. Looking forward to watching your journey.I've also found a freezing cold 0.0% Corona hits the spot without all the after effects the alcohol version brings.👍👍👍👍

Gave up the sauce 14 months ago, best thing I ever did. I never had any issues with alcohol in terms of over consumption, it was just a case of not liking how it made me feel...physically, emotionally or mentally. Like you Dave, I have a 0% beer when I want one - and no one notices any difference when I'm in a social setting. There are so many good 0% beers out there now... lagers, IPA's... you're pretty much spoiled for choice and you can't tell the difference between those and the regular version in terms of taste. I'd also recommend listening to Andrew Huberman's podcast episode on 'What Alcohol Does To Your Brain, Body And Health'. It's a heavy listen in places... and comprehensively covers what the sauce does to your body and brain. That podcast changed the game for me and was the catalyst for quitting the sauce completely. There is a section in the episode that covers alcohol and its effect on stress and anxiety. Turns out that when you drink even moderately to 'relieve stress' your baseline ability to cope with stress decreases, and that decrease stays with you even when you aren't drinking. It makes you less able to cope with stress and anxiety even when you don't have a drink in your hand. After hearing that, it was the final nail in the coffin for me and alcohol - I simply decided "OK, I'm done with it.." It was an instant, permanent decision - I haven't touched it since. Bottom line - if anyone is curious about living alcohol free/sober... give it a go for 60 days and give that podcast episode a listen... it might just change your life like it changed mine.

Hi Dave don’t usually comment on social media etc. Been watching your channel and enjoying it. As I watched this one I remembered something I friend said to me years ago, don’t give up anything before you have something to replace it, so just thought I’d pass it on. Enjoy Haute Route Alps it’s amazing. How many cycling jerseys have you got don’t think I’ve seen you with the same one twice lol

Well I've only met you in your shop and once in lanzarote on my bike going up a hill , I obviously didn't know the type of person you are as then I thought stand offish but watching the brilliant videos and putting it all out there is very inspirational and as it says dave rides again, keep it going

Watching the video and reading the fantastic comments is a real eye opener Dave, I'm definitely a binge drinker but have pegged it back so I can have a better life. Getting out on my bike and having a pub stop means I can have a coffee instead of a beer now. Keep up the great work, it's marvellous being with you on your journey.

This is very valuable content & it seems it resonates quite deeply with many of us, so thanks for posting this up here Dave. I've thankfully never gone down the booze avenue - tee total all my life - but I had other demons (I was a workaholic business owner) so listening to what you're saying & how you're putting together your coping mechanisms ie accountability makes such a lot of sense. Such a great channel you've got anyway, one of the few I regularly look out for.

Fantastically open and honest Dave - very brave and a great example to others. Hats off mate - all the best.

Well done for getting through it! I know all too well what alcohol abuse does to people and the effects it has. Cycling is definitely an awesome release! 😃 Alcohol-free beers have got so much better in recent years (lucky saint 0% IPA is incredible).

Well done on getting away from the dark clutches of alcohol. The feeling you describe when waking up after a heavy night of drinking is called “The Fear”. That feeling of anxiety running through your head, worrying about what you said or did the night before. It’s the worst feeling.

Chapeau Dave !! Nothing like looking at yourself in the mirror and recognising that you have a problem. The 1st is being able to admit it !! Now life has its ups and downs and we can’t keep polishing our halos & be all saintly. But k truly believe that the way you have gone about it is a positive thing especially quoting the appeal of being much fitter will stand you in good stead. Keep doing what you’re doing all the best Dave stay strong you legend 💪🏾

Jesus and Cycling kept me sober for 10 yuears

so meaningful you shared this. I have 5 years without Alcohol, running and cycling has saved me. Thank you

Wow, what a brave video to post, if only others would talk about their issues in life. No doubt you will inspire others who listen to this. Well done....is it time I stopped social drinking, now there's a thought!!

Good on you man...👍

Great content keep up good work, how does family let you get away on the bike so much? ….i just about get away with couple hours 😂

I think so many of us blokes will have had a similar relationship with alcohol, and recognise so many parallel’s. I was similar in as much as I was all or nothing, and didn’t know when to stop. When the bottom fell out of my world 16 months ago I made the decision to quit because tbh I was scared of the path that it may lead me down - if I hadn’t I honestly don’t think that I would still be here today. I never even thought about the physical effects that it was having on me, but that change has been massive, and well, I’m still here, so that’s definitely a tick in the mental health box too. Keep up the good work Dave, hopefully see you on the road or at a few events this year.

Great video Dave, I’m now 6mths in to my year of sobriety and being honest I’m not missing it one bit, who knows I might completely throw in the towel. Keep up the good work and cracking videos. 👍🏻

Well done buddy. I seen a lot in myself in this vid. I stopped drinking around a year ago. As a 30 year drinker. It was amazing to see the changes. Just like being born again in a way. Good luck with everything mate. Keep up the great work 👍

Brave and amazing video inspiring

Chapeau mate! A very candid insight into your reasons for cracking a can.. As you well know I'm partial to the odd beer but have never looked into why I do? Maybe it's about time I did as I also feel that it really brings nothing to the table!

Great video Dave .keep up the good work

Thanks for sharing that Dave, very thought provoking. I didn't have a problem, but certainly liked a drink. I'm 6 years sober now and the way I look at it is like "what advantage do I get from drinking" and it's literally nothing. I'll have the odd alcohol free, but some give me banging headaches so I mostly stick to soft drinks. I've never broken the habit of getting home and having a drink, or having a different drink with an evening meal, but it's always a soft drink now. I'm currently injured and far from fit, but when I'm back I'd love to get out for a ride with you! Daniel

Well done Dave, great honest video. All the best for the future

Super honest content mate, bet that wasn't your easiest video? Kudos on bettering yourself Dave and respect for sharing... Keep up the great work 👍

Vai Vai Vai Dave. Keep going mate. Thanks for sharing

Well done mate brave video 👏

Great video mate !! Just think with the saving on not buying beer ,u can buy more cycling kit ,👌

Well done Dave, onwards and upwards brother.

Well done m8. Even harder in the hot sun ☀️

Proud of ya for saying it out load. It’s hard to realise our issues and then look inside and try to fix it. I didn’t have anxiety I was just a wanker on drink 🤷‍♂️ hope you are ok and seeing the benefits to your health

Very interesting Dave. Well done

We done, very brave. Keep going pal

Inspiring Dave keep it up bud , 👍

You look younger now than when I first met you so it must be doing something for your youthful looks, ageing in reverse, I've never been a big drinker myself. I suffer from social anxiety and found walking into busy coffee shops wearing noisy cycling shoes and skin tight lycra showing my belly and modest bulge actually helped me a lot, loving the honest content mate, keep it up.

Chapeau Dave 👍

Can relate mate good effort keep it up

Whilst I hadn’t reached this level my decision to quit alcohol was driven for very similar reasons. 4 months later, one of the best decisions I’ve made.

Well done Dave.

I drink 7 days a week... Recently got sick and was in the hospital... Was a bit surprised I went 3 weeks without alcohol...