Hairy Biker Dave Myers Belongings To Be Auctioned On His Birthday
Hundreds of personal belongings belonging to much loved Hairy Bikers star Dave Myers are being auctioned on what would have been his 69th birthday, giving fans an opportunity to own items connected to the late television personality.
Myers, who was born in Barrow in Furness in 1957, became widely known alongside Si King as one half of the Hairy Bikers. The pair built a successful television career combining cooking, travel and motorcycling before Myers died in February 2024 at the age of 66.
More than 300 items from Myers’ personal collection are being offered for sale, with the auction timed to coincide with his birthday and offering fans a chance to own a personal reminder of the popular television star.
The collection includes a range of possessions accumulated throughout Myers’ life and career. The auction has attracted interest from fans who continue to remember his contribution to television and his strong connection with his hometown of Barrow.
Myers' death prompted widespread tributes from fans, fellow television personalities and the motorcycling community. His long standing partnership with Si King made the Hairy Bikers one of the UK's best known cooking and travel duos.
Tributes to Myers have continued through motorcycle events, including the annual Dave Day celebrations. The event began as a tribute to the television star and has brought large numbers of riders together to remember his life and raise money for charitable causes.
The auction provides another opportunity for admirers to celebrate Myers' legacy while giving some of his personal belongings a new home. His connection with Barrow and the wider North West remains an important part of the story surrounding his life and career.
Myers died on February 28, 2024, following his battle with cancer. His final television work with Si King continued to be shown after his death, ensuring that his distinctive presence remained familiar to audiences.
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