Name: Riccardo Alessi

Age on Race Day: 38 M

From: Valguarnera, Sicily, ITALY

Occupation: Architect

Recent Races: First time Ultraman solo.  Riccardo did the bike portion of 2006 Ultraman World Championships relay Team Squarous.  2006 RXT Ironterra—relay of 2 (11:10:36)

Entering UM because: It is a challenge for my body and especially for my mind.  I crewed for my brother, Giorgio, and I enjoyed it so much.  I liked the environment of other athletes and crews.

Land Support Crew: Paddler: Mike & Susan Lannoy
Land Support: Liz Thompson, Phil Makin