Outrunner

[Steve T]

Andy McCowan - To the man we all knew as Outrunner, or Soup Spiller . . .

Andy sadly passed away early last month (I found out just this afternoon)

Safe & smooth ride on the roads you now travel Andy

 

[DaveS]

Terrible news. So sorry to hear this. RIP.

 

[The Don]

Just seen this on FB what a character and what a friendly chap he always was. I think we should raise a glass or two at the National in his memory. Thoughts and condolences to the family and friends

 

[Lowflyer]

Well I can't remember where the first photo was taken, but I'm sure good craic was enjoyed by all.
We won't see the like of Andy for a long time -- he was witty, sullen at times, ( typical southerner ) with a great sense of humour. We now know why he wasn't at Dent, but I am pretty sure he was with us in spirit.
I, personally, am devastated by the news, although I knew he was ill, I somehow thought he may pull through, unfortunately he didn't.
I know Simon kept in touch, and I know he won't mind me saying this, but somehow the news didn't reach him/us in time, otherwise most of us would have liked to pay our respects.
It is a great pity as I am sure most of you can appreciate.
Anyways, RIP Southerner from a very despondent Teuchter You will be sorely missed

 

[soho]

Oh Andy, I always thought we'd be catching up again. See you there mate.

 

[RickSkye]

On no, had many the craic with him over the years, definitely raise a glass to him at national.
Will miss him.

Thanks for photos steve

 

[micksylver]

Sad to hear this. Glad I had the opportunity to meet him. Real character with a sharp wit and a great sense of humour.

 

[-XP-]

I'm gutted... absolutely gutted...

 

[Steve T]

Well I can't remember where the first photo was taken, but I'm sure good craic was enjoyed by all.

Kilchoan campsite bothy, July 2011. You, me, Steve R and Soup Spiller

 

[Steve T]

I'm gutted... absolutely gutted...

Your not alone Craig.

Been contacted by the garage where he did most of his bike fettling - REDZ in Selkirk - it was a week from the diagnosis of the cancers return to his passing.

As normal, Andy did things at his pace - in this case, FAST.

 

[-XP-]

Your not alone Craig.

Been contacted by the garage where he did most of his bike fettling - REDZ in Selkirk - it was a week from the diagnosis of the cancers return to his passing.

As normal, Andy did things at his pace - in this case, FAST.

Jesus that is bloody quick, fucking cancer, it can get tee fuck!

 

[Lutin]

I only had the pleasure of meeting Andy a few times but he was a character alright. Ride free mate.

 

[Lowflyer]

Kilchoan campsite bothy, July 2011. You, me, Steve R and Soup Spiller

Ah, I should have recognised the rocks on the shelf. Happy times Steve, thank for putting photos together.

 

[Mikey]

Devastating news, he’ll be greatly missed. Livened up a few Welsh Invasions

 

[boboneleg]

RIP Andy, always a good yarn with him. He will be missed at the meets .

 

[austin]

Bloody hell and very sad news. I am deeply shocked. I got on really well with Andy. Great bloke. Anne is almost in tears.

If I remember correctly he had got Hodgkinsons Lymphoma about 7-8 years ago. I went up to meet him after he got the “all clear” although I believe it’s a thing you never actually get a cure of.

He already lived in biker heaven so I hope them roads just keep on twisting, turning, cresting and rising forever for him. Best wishes Andy.

 

[austin]

Does anyone know if we’ve missed his funeral or memorial service or whatever? My respects are due to a great bloke.

 

[Steve T]

Austin,

Andy died on the 13th Oct, with creamtion following before the end of Oct.

And Anne will not be the first to shed a tear - I could barely speak when Hudders called me just after I posted the message on the BT face book page.

One of lifes greats - so glad to have known and ridden with him.

 

[austin]

Thanks Steve.

 

[Mark]

This is terrible news, he was always a pleasure to meet at Nationals and led a nice ride out from the Kelso one. I was surprised he wasn't at the National this year so wondered if something wasn't right.

RIP Andy, you will be missed, from Ruth and myself.