Job Title

Physiologist and Lecturer in Sports Science at NRC.

Where Do You Live?

Northern Ireland.

What Is Your Preferred Discipline?

Road – in particular time trial, track and MTB.

How Long Have You Been On The Bike?

Just 3 hours today, seriously though I’ve been cycling since I was 3, racing BMX, then some MTB and road since 1993.

When Did You First Get Involved In The Bike?

Family, father and uncle involved in BMX and the cycle trade in general.

Achievements On The Bike

• Winning British and Irish Universities Time Trials
• Northern Ireland time trial and road titles

What Teams Have You Represented In The Cycling World?

• Team Madigan (local club based in Carrickfergus)
• Northern Ireland
• Ulster
• Rode for a small Italian amateur team in 2002/3

What One Piece Of Advice Would You Give To Someone New To Cycling?

Enjoy it.

What Do You Think Are The Key Characteristics That Make For A Great Cyclist?

Hard working, intelligence with a bit of selfishness and a lot of self-belief.