XTERRA Ambassadors

What accomplishment are you most proud of:
2008 XTERRA World Champion

When you're not racing, you like to:
Wishing to be riding my bike all over the world.

Craziest experience with XTERRA:
Last year in Sardinia, another competitor (Patrick from Austria) asked if I would like him to wait at the finish line so we could hold hands and run across together.  He actually waited for me and did exactly that!

What's the best thing about racing?
The people, great new places, and the challenge of each course.

What's the coolest piece of gear you own? 
My Orbea Alma

Favorite quote or words of wisdom:
To thine own self be true.

Role models/inspiration/favorite athlete: 
Shonny, Renata, Bubu, Franky Batelier, Nico Lebrun

Which 2011 XTERRA races do you plan to attend?
XTERRA Real, XTERRA Santa Cruz, XTERRA Sardinia

Favorite XTERRA venue?
Santa Cruz!

Dreaded XTERRA venue?
Maui

Top racing accomplishments:  
2008 Maui World Champ, 2010 European Age Group Champ, Ironman New Zealand Age Group champ-2004, Ironman Hawaii - 4th (2004 and 2001)

Favorite aspect of XTERRA - the XTERRA family

Define/describe XTERRA: 
Enormous exertion, extreme fun, gorgeous venues, fantastic friends.