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How are you feeling this week?

I am so grateful that Assos of Switzerland has allowed us to follow our dreams and afforded us the opportunity to participate in the 2020 Absa Cape Epic and I absolutely love riding with my partner Roan.

What are you doing in this last week prior to Cape Epic?

This week we have had two short rides with some short intervals. The focus has been on looking after our health, eating well and trying to rest, although in the real world where we have real jobs it is not easy to rest.

Do you have a coach?

I have the BEST coach, Jaco Ferreira aka Kakaa! For me it is important to have a coach and a good one. A coach that you can be completely honest with about your expectations and how you are feeling. A coach that can be stern but understanding. A coach who will tell you when you need to vasbyt and push through or to rather rest. A coach is very important in my opinion.

How did you get into mountain biking?

We moved into a new lifestyle Estate, which allows for a wonderful outdoor lifestyle. When I taught my children to ride their bikes I purchased an entry level bike to ride around the Estate with them. Riding my bike made me feel alive and I loved how it boosted my confidence.

How does mountain biking make you feel?

Cycling makes me feel alive. I feel like a child on my bike. I love that I get to challenge myself, to push harder, to ride new obstacles. I love where my mountain bike allows me to go, the people it allows me to meet and more importantly the time I get to spend on my bike, enjoying the time with the people who mean the world to me. Mountain biking brings families together.